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Whether your family plans to spend the summer poolside or beachside, your water bugs need to be safe in the water. Lucky for us, Seattle has plenty of swimming schools to fit every type of swimmer. From indoor to outdoor to group to private, you'll find lessons to suit your swimmer's age, skill level and personality. To make the search easier, we've compiled a list of our favorite places for swim lessons, so you can have a safe and happy swimming season.
photo: Kristina Moy
Seattle Indoor Public Pools
Meadowbrook Pool
The City of Seattle Parks and Recreation offers group and private swim lessons as an inexpensive option and there are several facilities to choose from. One of the more popular indoor pools is Meadowbrook in Northeast Seattle. The instruction program includes tot lessons for kids ages 6 months to 4 as well as beginning swimmer for ages 6-16, kinder lessons for ages 4-5 and private and semi-private lessons.
Cost: $3.50 to $12.50 for a 30-minute lesson; $36 for a 30-minute one-on-one lesson. 5-10 week sessions start the week of June 22, 2015.
10515 35th Ave. N.E.
Seattle, Wa 98125
Online: seattle.gov/parks/Aquatics/Meadowbrookpool.htm
Summer schedule: seattle.gov/parks/Aquatics/Pools/meadowbrook/swimming_lessons.pdf
Queen Anne Pool
Queen Anne Pool is another great option for Seattle families. This pool, complete with two diving boards and a water temperature of 85 degrees, offers a variety of classes for kids ages 6 months to 4 as well as parent/tot lessons, kinder, beginner youth and advanced youth lessons as well as private and semi-private lessons and synchronized swimming.
Cost: $3 to $12.50 for a 30-minute lesson. 5-10 week sessions start the week of June 22, 2015.
1920 1st Ave. W.
Seattle, Wa 98119
Online: seattle.gov/parks/aquatics/queenannepool.htm
Summer schedule: seattle.gov/parks/aquatics/Pools/queenanne/swimming_lessons.pdf
Southwest Pool
If you live near West Seattle, Southwest Pool is great option for swimming lessons. In addition to two diving boards, 85 degree pool temps, a large hot tub next to the pool and fab swim instructors, this pool offers a variety of tot lessons for kids ages 6 months to 4 as well as kinder lessons, beginning and advanced youth lessons for ages 6-16 and summer swim team.
Cost: $3 to $12.50 for a 30-minute lesson. 5-10 week sessions start the week of June 22, 2015.
2801 S.W. Thistle St.
Seattle, Wa 98126
Online: seattle.gov/parks/aquatics/Swpool.htm
Summer schedule: seattle.gov/parks/aquatics/pools/southwest/swimming_lessons.pdf
Rainier Beach Pool
If you're in South Seattle, the remodeled Rainier Beach Pool offers swim lessons for tots ages 6 months to 4 as well kinder lessons, beginning and advanced youth lessons for ages 6-16 and swim league for ages 7-18. This pool also includes a waterslide, baby pool, lazy river and spray and play park which makes the time before or after lessons even more awesome.
Cost: $3 to $12.50 for a 30-minute lesson. 5-10 week sessions start the week of June 22, 2015.
8825 Rainier Ave. S.
Seattle, Wa 98118
Online: seattle.gov/parks/Aquatics/rainierbeachpool.htm
Summer schedule: seattle.gov/PARKS/Aquatics/Pools/rainierbeach/swimming_lessons.pdf
photo: Seattle Parks and Recreation
Seattle Outdoor Public Pools
Lowery C. "Pop" Mounger Pool
If you want to be outdoors, Seattle's two outdoor public pools offer swim lessons during the summer months. Mounger Pool has age-based lessons for tots, three-year-olds, kinder kids, and beginning and advanced youth. Mounger also has the Little Pool, which is a great place to introduce little water bugs to the water.
Cost: $7 to $8.50 for a 30-minute lesson; $36 for a 30-minute one-on-one lesson; $48 for two swimmers to one instructor; $60 for three swimmers to one instructor. 5-10 week sessions start mid-May.
2535 32nd Ave. W.
Seattle, Wa 98199
Online: seattle.gov/PARKS/aquatics/mounger.htm
Summer schedule: seattle.gov/PARKS/aquatics/Pools/mounger/summer.pdf
photo: Kathleen Helms
Colman Pool
Located at Lincoln Park in West Seattle, this pool received a renovation three years ago and is Seattle's only outdoor saltwater pool. Colman offers a variety of swim lessons for kids ages 6 months to 4 years old as well as kinder lessons, three-year-old lessons and beginning and youth lessons for ages 6-16. Colman Pool also offers its visitors fab views of Puget Sound, a diving board and a super-fun tube slide. Psst! Be sure to bring your bucket and shovel so you can explore the beach before or after your lesson.
Cost: $7 to $12.50 for a 30-minute lesson; $36 for a 30-minute one-on-one lesson. 5-10 week sessions start the week of June 22, 2015.
Colman Pool
8603 Fauntleroy Way S.W.
Seattle, Wa 98136
Online: seattle.gov/parks/aquatics/colman.htm
Summer schedule: seattle.gov/parks/aquatics/Pools/colman/summer.pdf
Insider Tip: If you decide to go with a Seattle Parks and Recreation swim lesson program, it's important that you keep track of class changes due to budget cuts.
photo: Seattle Parks and Recreation
Pools Beyond Seattle
Mountlake Terrace Pool
If you are out in the suburbs or are willing to drive, there are great inexpensive group lesson options outside Seattle. Many parents are willing to take the trip up north to take part in the award-winning aquatics program at the City of Mountlake Terrace Indoor Pool. They offer classes for kids ages 9 months to 12 years old as well as lessons for teens and adults. Plus, it's more than a swimming pool—it's a warm, family-friendly facility with lots of bells and whistles including slides, a splash area with water toys and a lazy river. Psst! If you decide to continue lessons into the fall and winter, consider adding a Playtime Passport, so your kiddo can stay and play in the Leisure Pool 15 minutes following his or her lesson.
Cost: $61 to $74 for nine lessons.
5303 228th St. S.W.
Mountlake Terrace, Wa 98043
Online: cityofmlt.com/cityServices/recreation/indoorPool/indoorPool.htm
Summer schedule: cityofmlt.com/cityServices/recreation/indoorPool/swimLessons.htm
photo: Lynnwood Recreation Center & Pool
Lynnwood Recreation Center & Pool
Also north of Seattle, the Lynnwood Recreation Center Pool offers swim lessons for all ages and swimming abilities. To ensure swimmers are placed in the proper class, a swim placement test is required before registration. In addition to lessons, this super-popular pool includes two big water slides, sprayers, a lazy river, inner tubes, diving boards, water playground, spray fountains and a family hot tub plus a lap pool and warm-water therapy pool. Little ones will especially love "Beach Swim" when the shallow play area is open with a water depth up to two feet.
Cost: $6 per 30-minute class; $6.50 per 45-minute class. Summer registration begins June 19, 2015.
18900 44th Ave. W.
Lynnwood, Wa
Online: ci.lynnwood.wa.us/PlayLynnwood/RecCenter.htm
Summer schedule: ci.lynnwood.wa.us/PlayLynnwood/RecCenter/Aquatics/SwimLessons.htm
photo: Safe N Sound Swimming Facebook page
Henry Moses Aquatic Center
We think the City of Renton's Henry Moses Aquatic Center is definitely worth the drive. With two pools, 26-foot high water slides, a lazy river and a wave machine, it's safe to say that the kiddos will want to stay awhile after their lesson is over. The pool is scheduled to open on June 20, 2015 and will stay open through Labor Day. Lessons are offered for kids ages 9 months to 12 years old.
Prices: $5.50 to $9 per lesson, depending on the session and whether you're a resident of Renton. Weekly sessions start June 29, 2015.
Henry Moses Aquatic Center
1719 S.E. Maple Valley Highway
Renton, Wa
425- 430-6780
Online: rentonwa.gov/living/default.aspx?id=190
Summer schedule: rentonwa.gov/uploadedFiles/Living/CS/REC/Summer%20Splash.PDF
photo: Henry Moses Aquatic Center Facebook page
Bellevue Aquatic Center
For families on the Eastside, the Bellevue Aquatic Center is another fabulous facility that offers swim lessons along with two pools. The Blue Lagoon Pool has six lap lanes, a diving tank, a 10-foot slide and a 5-foot slide for tiny tots. The Warm Springs Pool has a wheelchair ramp, average waters temps of 91 degrees, and was built for therapy and rehabilitation, but is available for public open swim and is a great place to warm up after lessons. Classes meet Mondays/Wednesdays, Tuesdays/Thursdays or Fridays and Saturdays. Sunday morning and afternoon classes are also available.
Prices: $83.20 to $87.20 for a month of parent/tot lessons on Mondays/Wednesdays or Tuesdays/Thursdays; $94.40 to $124 for eight weeks of preschool lessons or youth lessons, depending on the number of sessions per week.
601 143rd Ave. N.E.
Bellevue, Wa 98007
Online: bellevuewa.gov/aquatic_center.htm
Summer schedule: ci.bellevue.wa.us/pdf/Parks/PksTrimester2-2015-Web.pdf
photo: Bellevue Aquatic Center Facebook page
Snohomish Aquatic Center
Opened in 2014, the Snohomish Aquatic Center just might become your family's new summertime hangout. This awesome facility not only offers swim lessons, but a giant waterslide, a lazy river, a spray area and a FlowRider surf machine where your lil' surfer can learn how to hang ten this summer. The Aquatic Center offers 30-minute parent/tot lessons, preschool lessons, progressive lessons for ages 6 and older and pre-competitive swim lessons. Choose between twice-weekly evening lessons, daily morning lessons or Saturday morning lessons.
Prices: $48 for eight evening sessions; $54 for nine morning sessions; $24 for four Saturday sessions; $30 for a 30-minute private lesson; $75 for eight pre-competitive swim lessons.
516 Maple Ave.
Snohomish, Wa 98290
Online: snohomishaquatic.com
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photo: Safe N Sound Swimming Facebook page
Private Options
Safe N Sound
If you're looking for one-on-one lessons, Safe N Sound offers 15 or 30-minute private lessons for swimmers ages two and older. Loyal parents say this intense, individualized approach makes a big difference. In addition to the cost of lessons, families pay an annual membership fee; $55 per student or $110 per family (two or more kids).
Cost: $25 for a single introductory lesson; $94 for four lessons; $188 for eight lessons. Sign-up for three months of ongoing one-on-one lessons and save money on lessons, pay no registration fee and receive complimentary towel service.
2040 Westlake Ave. N.
Seattle, Wa 98109
Online: snsswim.com
Angelfish Swimming
Located in a cozy backyard pool in the Kirkland Highlands neighborhood, Angelfish Swimming offers lessons to children of all ages, including adults. Children from 6 months and up are taught how to love the water and how to be safe as they learn to swim. Class sizes are limited to four children per half-hour and follow the swim school's philosophy of taking the fear out of the water and giving swimmers the tools they need to be safe and to have fun. Classes are offered every 30 minutes on weekdays from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and all instructors are all trained by Connie Chapin who is an American Red Cross Certified water safety instructor. Bonus: Pool parties are available to registered families and can accommodate up to 10 children.
Cost: $30 per group lesson; private lessons available for special circumstances. Email email@example.com for registration info.
10203 116th Ave NE
Kirkland, Wa 98033
Online: angelfishswimming.com
photo: Jennifer B. Davis
Additional Programs to Consider
Water Babies
Water Babies is a swim program committed to providing quality family-centered aquatic education, focusing on family bonding, touch-communication, water safety and the latest in Learn-to-Swim techniques. One of the largest programs in our area, Water Babies offers infant, preschool and youth classes and has Eastside locations in Bellevue, Kirkland and Sammamish as well as Mill Creek. For more information call 425-643-3533.
Online: waterbabiesusa.com
Class schedule: waterbabiesusa.com/classschedule.html
Stroum Jewish Community Center
The Stroum Jewish Community Center (SJCC) is another great option on the Eastside for group or private or semi-private lessons. SJCC offers preschool and youth swim lessons for kids ages 3 to 10 and pre-competitive swim team. For additional information, contact SJCC Aquatics Director Andrea Selix at firstname.lastname@example.com or 206-388-0821.
Mercer Island Wa 98040
Online: sjcc.org
Summer schedule: sjcc.org/aquatics/kids-group-lessons
The YMCA is another great option for swim lessons for infants, toddlers and teens. Instructors use a child-centered approach which offers more active involvement and a better understanding of swimming. Swim lessons are available in group, private and semi-private formats and classes are available for children with special needs.
Check the YMCA website for the facility nearest you.
photo: Kristina Moy
Good to Know
There are also a handful of private clubs that open their doors to non-members during the summer for swim lessons, including Wedgwood Swim Club (206-523-8211) in the Wedgwood neighborhood, View Ridge Swim and Tennis Club (206-524-3500) in North Seattle and Arbor Heights Swim & Tennis Club (206-244-6557) in West Seattle.
NOTE: The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that you don't start formal swimming lessons until kids are 4 years old. This is the age children are thought to be developmentally ready for swim lessons. Starting kids very young, though, can be a fun activity as the weather warms up.
Did we miss your favorite pool for swim lessons? Let us know in the Comments below.
— Kristina Moy

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Give that no one in the NFL, other than Von Miller want anything to do with Johnny Manziel, it was a little shocking to see super-agent Drew Rosenhaus pick him up as a client. Even more shocking, was Rosenhaus firing him downs later, saying he might be open to taking him back if he gets the help he needs.
That had to be rock bottom for Manziel, right? Getting fired by Drew Rosenhaus.
Rosenhaus, goes to the mat for his guy and they love him for it. But he's taken on plenty of dudes with plenty of problems. You know how jacked up you have to be for Drew Rosenhaus to fire you? How jacked up you have to be for any agent to fire you? Players fire agents all the time; agents don't fire players. Yet, it has happened to Manziel twice now in recent months.
But Rosenhaus seemed to leave the door open saying he'd take him back if he got the help he needed.
So I'm here to help. I'm here to say, in this case, I do have Manziel's back. Remember when he was popping off to that TMZer, saying "I'm not drinking! I'm not drunk!" Nobody really believed him. But I do now. I've got his back. He wasn't lying. He wasn't drinking… He was probably drugging.
Big difference, people. Drunk? Nah. Coking? Maybe. Tripping? Possibly. What else are you supposed to believe after he reportedly rented a house in LA and turned it into a drug den.
According to the New York Post – Johnny and his band of tools caused 32-grand in damage to their LA rental, and the realtor who set them up with the place says he arrived at 2pm for inspection. "They were supposed to check out at noon. Manziel was passed out… There was cocaine all over the kitchen table, and mushrooms were still out on the table in front of him. There was booze everywhere… Broken glasses over the floor and a Champagne glass in a tree."
How do you even get a flute up in a tree – chuck it up there for fun? At least John's getting some throws in.
Booze is one thing. Weed. But now dude is getting into the psychedelics, too? That's a different breed of partying.
I don't think there are going to be legions of NFLers advocating for cocaine use to treat their injuries, and as a way of relieving themselves of the intense pressure that goes along with that gig. I don't think anyone will be pushing for medicinal blow any time soon.
I'm not going to hear from Shroom Guy – saying it's a way of life, leave Johnny alone. Or that it's not nearly as bad for you as liquor like Tree Guy always seels. I don't know why Manziel bothered going out to the club 5-6 nights in a row. He was LIVING in one.
How little of a damn do you have to give, or how far gone do you have to be… To have shrooms and blow just strewn all over the rental.
This is not a bachelor party who rents an Airbnb, does a crappy clean up job, leaves a few Busch Light cans in the backyard and forgets that the groom puked in the upstairs bathtub. There are pictures of what looks like shrooms and the booger sugar all over the place.
Who's the bigger idiot here – Manziel for being part of that, or the realtor for actually trusting him with the crib? The Cleveland Browns think you took a bad gamble on this dude. And when he peeled Johnny's face off the couch at 2pm, I would have loved to be there to hear the excuse.
From the Heisman Trophy and the savior of Cleveland… To a buffet of drugs and a glass in the tree. I knew Billy Manziel was off the rails… Now he may actually be tooting them.


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This is a course where the front nine is more difficult than the back. The terrain is flat, and the fairways are tree lined. There is some water that comes into play on the back nine. During the summer of 1997, three of the course's most difficult greens were rebuilt. Al Zikorus designed the back nine, which was added in 1980. "Golf Digest" rated this course as the 5th "Best Public Course" in the state for 1996.
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Meal Plan Questions
Am I required to be on a meal plan?
All students living on campus are required to purchase a meal plan each semester. The only exception is students living Off Campus, Synergy House and Cottage Housing.
How does the meal plan work?
First, view your semester meal plan charge online (in early August for fall and early January for spring). Students living on campus with the exception of those students living in Apartment facilities are charged for meal plan C in the fall semester. If you wish to upgrade your meal plan, please do so by going to www.coloradocollege.edu/offices/studentaccounts/gold-card/meal-plan.dot. Click on the meal plan link you wish. An email will pop up, enter student name and ID# and hit send. The student accounts will adjust your student account for the amount change AND change your meal plan usage in PCS (which is the system that tracks the actual dollars being used on the meal plan). Students living in Apartment facilities are required to be on the Apartment Meal Plan with the option to upgrade to Meal Plan A, B, or C.
Second, your gold card is loaded with the meal plan dollars (Tiger Bucks) allowed for that plan. A facilities fee of $375 per semester is part of the meal plan expense and is non-refundable. This fee is used for the purchase of cooking equipment, supplies, and improvements to the kitchens and serving areas. For example, if you purchase meal plan C, which is $2,418, then the amount of Tiger Bucks loaded on your gold card is $2,043.
When the student uses his/her gold card for meals, the card reader reflects the meal plan that the student is on. If the sale is $8.25, the system deducts $8.25 from the Tiger Bucks that the student has received on their card and continues deducting as the student completes each sales transaction.
To summarize, the meal plan expense (what you paid for the meal plan) is charged to the student account. The actual dollars the student receives from this plan is called Tiger Bucks and these dollars are loaded into a separate system than student accounts, called Odyssey. The Tiger Bucks are deducted with each sales transaction and tracked in this separate system.
What are Tiger Bucks?
Tiger Bucks are the meal plan currency included with your meal plan. One Tiger Buck is equal to $1.00.
Where can I use Tiger Bucks?
Tiger Bucks can be used at all "on campus" restaurants (Rastall, Benjamin's, The Preserve, Local Goods, Colorado Coffee and Chaz Coffee Cart).
Can I spend Tiger Bucks in the Bookstore?
NO. Although the Bookstore does carry food, they do not accept Tiger Bucks as a form of payment. However, they will accept Gold Card Plus funds even online!
Will Tiger Bucks carry over into next semester?
Yes. Tiger Bucks from the Fall Semester will carry over to the Spring Semester. A new meal plan for Spring Semester will be added to the student's Gold Card. All Tiger Bucks expire at the end of the spring semester.
What is the difference between Tiger Bucks and Gold Card Plus?
Tiger Bucks are the gold card dollars loaded for each meal plan. If you are utilizing a meal plan, you have Tiger Bucks loaded on your gold card.
Students can only use gold card plus if they have pre-funded their card. To pre-fund your gold card, go to GET Funds. The gold card plus can be used for on campus events, bookstore, vending machines, laundry machines, on campus Restaurants and several off campus locations - see list below.
Off-Campus Locations that Accept Gold Card Plus (April 7, 2014)
|7-Eleven, 310 West Unitah
|7-Eleven, 825 N Nevada
|Bingo Burger 123 N Tejon
|Chipotle Mexican Grill, 17 S Tejon
|Dale St Bistro Cafe, 115 E Dale St
|Dominos, 330 N Wahsatch Ave
|Hunan Springs, 24 E Kiowa St
|Josh & Johns 111 E Pikes Peak
|La'aus Taco Shop, 830 N Tejon St
|Poor Richards Restaurant, 324 N Tejon St
|Roadrunner Pizza and Pasta, 3113 N Hancock Ave
|Wooglins Deli and Cafe, 823 N Tejon St
Can I change my meal plan?
Yes, students are allowed to change their meal plan one time up until the second week of school for each semester.
How can I change my meal plan?
Go to www.coloradocollege.edu/offices/studentaccounts/gold-card/meal-plan.dot, click on meal plans. Select the meal plan you wish to be on by clicking on the appropriate meal plan icon. You will bring up the Student Accounts email address, enter your ID# and Name. The office will update your meal plan once the email is received.
What is the deadline for changing my meal plan?
Students are allowed to change their meal plan once through the second week of school for each semester. Meal plan changes should be made at www.coloradocollege.edu/offices/studentaccounts/gold-card/meal-plan.dot.
Who is required to be on a meal plan?
All students living in traditional halls, small houses, language houses, and Western Ridge Apartments are required to be on a meal plan. Those students living in Cottage Housing, Synergy and off campus are not required to be on a meal plan.
What is an apartment plan?
Apartment plans are required each semester for those students living in Western Ridge (Antero, Blanca, JLK, El Diente and Edith Gaylord), Fraternities (Kappa Sigma, Phi Gamma Delta and Sigma Chi) and the new housing facilities on Nevada (with the exception of Building 2 Pod A and F - these pods are required to be on Meal Plan A, B or C). Those students living off campus, in the Cottages or Synergy House, may sign up for an apartment plan online. The fee for the apartment plan will be charged to the student's account.
Who do I pay for the meal plan?
The meal plan expense is charged to your student account. Please pay this fee along with the tuition and room fees owed for the semester. The meal plan cost should reflect on your fall invoice/billing statement, which can be viewed online in early August for fall semester and early January for spring semester.
How can I get a print out of my meal plan sales?
Go to GET Funds.
I am taking a leave of absence for one or more blocks. How does this affect my meal plan?
You must request a leave of absence (LOA) from the Dean of Students Office. Please check with the Dean's Office for deadlines. All LOA's must be requested and approved prior to absence Refunds are given on a case-by-case basis and is not guaranteed.
I will be going abroad. How does this affect my meal plan?
You must request a leave of absence (LOA) to study abroad from the Dean of Students Office. Please check with the Dean's Office for deadlines. All LOA's for study abroad must be requested and approved prior to absence. Refunds are given on a case-by-case basis and is not guaranteed.
I have special dietary needs. Who do I talk to?
Contact the Campus Dining Office at 719-389-6152 before the semester begins.
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Its all about the water. In order to make your pool look inviting, you need to keep the water crystal clear.
You do not have to be a chemist in order to maintain the water quality in your pool. However, you should understand the components that make your pool water safe and ideal for swimming. The components are tested based on a parts per million (ppm) measurement. This is the measurement of the parts of a substance in relation to one million parts by volume of pool water.
Using the test strips from the pool supply store should be sufficient for testing. Get the strips that show the chlorine, alkaline, pH, and cyanuric acid. Find an area away from the skimmer and the returns and with the strip in hand submerse about 18 inches into the water for about 10 seconds. Remove but dont shake water off. Wait a few moments until the colors fill in. Compare each components color reading to the color range on the product bottle. (Read the instructions that were provided with the test kit as this procedure could vary from product to product).
The pH balance of your water impacts the effectiveness of the chlorine in your water. The idea test reading for pH is between 7.4 and 7.6. If the test reading is below 7.2 then the water is more on the acidic side. A test reading above 7.8 indicates the water is more on the alkalinity side. Monitor the pH daily using test strips.
To keep bacterial, pathogens, and algae from growing in your water, the chlorine (sanitizer) level needs to be at a safe level for swimming. A chlorine test reading between 1.0 and 3.0 ppm is optimal. If you use bromine tablets instead of chlorine as the sanitizer, then the reading should be between 2.0 and 4.0 ppm. Ask your pool store for more advice on the pros and cons of using bromine instead of chlorine, or if you want to switch over to bromine from chlorine or visa versa. Monitor the chlorine level daily using the test strips.
For more info on chlorine visit the ACC (American chemistry).
The alkalinity reading should be between 100 and 120 ppm. Typically goes hand in hand with pH. If the alkalinity reading is low, then most likely the pH reading is low and visa versa. Typically chlorine shock contains alkaline which will help raise the alkaline level. On the flip side of that, chlorine tablets which contain cyanuric acid tends to lower the alkalinity.
Cyanuric Acid
The cyanuric acid (chlorine stabilizer) reading should be between 20 and 30 ppm. This component is usually a product of chlorine tablets. It slows the escape/evaporation of chlorine which in turn helps to maintain a more consistent chlorine level. However, since chlorine tablets contain this component which is an acid, it tends to lower the alkalinity and the pH.
Safety Considerations
If your pool is sanitized using chlorine chemicals, then the two primary applications youll want to use in your pool are chlorine shock (I like the granular shock that is package in 1 pound bags) and the chlorine tablets (I prefer the 3 inch tablets that you add to the chlorinator).
If your pool is sanitized with a chlorine generator system that produces chlorine from salt added to the pool, then you wont need to add chlorine chemicals at all. You just need to add salt occasionally to the pool and adjust the main control unit to increase the amount of chlorine release. Ask your pool installer or pool supply store for advice on this.
Baking soda (sodium bicarbonate) is an idea ingredient for raising the alkalinity and the pH. Other products like pH Increaser and Alkaline Increaser are available at the pool supply store.
When you first open your pool, you should get the system running before adding the initial dose of sanitizer via chlorine shock. However, if you have a chlorine generator, you only need to add salt to the pool so you can skip to the the Adjusting the pH and Alkalinity section.
If applying chlorine shock, then for example: a 16 by 32 pool which is about 20,000 gallons, one pound of shock should raise the chlorine level to 2 ppm. You should probably add 2 pounds to kill all the bacteria and get the level to 4 ppm. After this you may need to add more if the chlorine level doesn't rise to the appropriate level. I would not add any more shock for at least a day or two after the initial dose. Also wait about two days before adding the (chlorine or bromine) tablets to the chlorinator. Otherwise your chlorine level may be too high. Also, do not add (chlorine or bromine) tablets to the skimmer basket. Doing so will reduce the life of the pool pump and filter. Getting the chlorine to the correct level after pool opening can be tricky.
Granular shock should be mixed with water before adding to the pool. Otherwise it could reduce the life of your vinyl liner. When mixing granular shock, wear safety glasses and rubber gloves. Using a 5-gallon bucket, insert 1 pound of granular shock. Be careful not to inhale the vapors or dust. Add water to fill about ½ way with a hose (be careful of splash back) and stir very well with a wood stick. Pour the mixture slowly into the water on the pool steps. If there are any granules left on the bottom of the bucket (there usually is) then add more water and stir and pour this in again. As with all pool chemicals, keep children and pets away from the bucket when mixing and keep everyone out of the pool when adding to the pool. The best time to apply is in the evening because the chlorine wont escape/evaporate (sunlight causes this). Also, you must keep everyone out of the pool for about 8 hours after shocking to allow time for the shock to circulate throughout the pool.
On a routine basis, apply one pound of shock about every 10 days to keep the pool chlorine level active.
Chlorine tablets can be added to the chlorinator. Usually 2 or 3 at a time should last about a week before you need to add 2 or 3 more. You can also put chlorine tablets in a floater basket but remove the floater basket before swimming. Do not put tablets in the skimmer basket. When you open the chlorine tablet container, avoid inhaling. . Keep children and pets away also. After handling the tablets rinse your hands off in the pool water. Avoid touching your eyes.
If the alkaline is low, try add baking soda to the skimmer in the morning. You could also add alkaline increaser or alkaline up if you dont want to use baking soda.
Keeping a pH reading around 7.4 and 7.6 is the best level for your swimming pool. It is easiest on your eyes and the pool parts and equipment. If it is lower than 7.0 then most likely the alkaline is also low. Adding baking soda or alkaline up should raise the pH also. If the pH is still low after a day or two, then try adding pH increaser.
If the pH and alkaline are too high, then the water tends to get cloudy and this condition could invite algae growth. Under these conditions, I would get the alkaline decreaser or the pH decreaser from the pool supply store.
If the cyanuric acid is too high, then I suggest backing off on the chlorine tablets since these contain cyanuric acid. Shock doesnt have cyanuric acid and can be used temporarily until the cyanuric acid levels come down to normal. If this is the case, try adding 1 pound of shock (using the mixing method in the bucket and apply to pool steps) about every other 3 days for about 2 weeks. Then return to the tablets. Ask your pool supply store for more advice on this if the condition continues. They may recommend draining a few inches of water from the top of the pool. The cyanuric acid tends to hang on the top.
If you pool water turns green, this could be caused by algae growth if the pH is too high or if the chlorine level is too low. Adding chlorine tablets (sanitizer) should alleviate this. If the pH remains high then add pH decreaser or pH down and follow the instruction on how to apply.
If the pH is low and the chlorine is 3.0 ppm and the water remains green, then this could be an indication that your water has a high copper level. Have your water tested at the pool supply store. There are products at the pool supply store that can remedy this situation.
Green water could also be an indication your filters are dirty or coated with tree pollen. This usually happens a day or two after you add shock because it breaks down the yellow/green pollen material collected on your filter that is eventually pushed back into pool.
To remedy this, pull the filters and hose them off. Add baking soda and within a day or two the water should clear.
On a daily basis, remove any leaves and debris from the skimmer basket. Also check the pump trap basket to see if this has a lot of debris floating around. Occasionally empty this as well.
Remove leaves and bugs that are floating on top of the water with your hand held leaf net or hand held pool skimmer.
Also keep the filtering system clean. Backwash filters or remove filters from housing and hose off about every two weeks or so.
Test the water with test strips to check the component levels. Make any necessary adjustments that are needed.
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A common misconception about Japanese and Asian girls is that most of them are flat chested and flat assed. I'm gonna prove that myth wrong. I have photo evidence! There are plenty of Japanese girls that have nice ass cheeks, thick thighs and juicy bubble butts. In fact I would contest that some of the firmest, tightest butts belong to Asian women.
I put together a little photo gallery of my favorite Japanese Butts and Asses. I do not know the names of the models in the pictures unfortunately. If you do, please let me know in the comment section below. Thanks!
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The FDA is urging consumers "to avoid eating cookies, cakes, ice cream and other foods that contain peanut butter until authorities can learn more about a deadly outbreak of salmonella contamination," reports the Associated Press.
The advice comes just a day after Kellogg's recalled a bunch of its peanut butter crackers and cookies. The Washington Post has a story on the recall here and notes that it "includes Austin and Keebler branded Peanut Butter Sandwich Crackers, as well as some snack-size packs of Famous Amos Peanut Butter Cookies and Keebler Soft Batch Homestyle Peanut Butter Cookies."
USA Today says, though, that you don't need to throw away that container of supermarket peanut butter in the fridge.
"While snack products are potentially contaminated, supermarket peanut butter is not," the paper said.
"It appears that the only peanut butter linked to the outbreak was an institutional brand sold in 5 to 50 pounds tubs to schools, hospitals and nursing homes under the King Nut and Parnell's Pride label. It was never sold at the retail level and is not available at supermarkets and grocery stores, the FDA says.
Seattle food safety lawyer Bill Marler wrote on his blog that Kellogg is doing the responsible thing, and called on the FDA to recall all foods containing peanut butter products manufacturered in the Georgia plant linked to the contamination.
"Tests have shown that product produced in the facility carries the outbreak strain of Salmonella Typhimurium, which has sickened at least 453 people in 43 states and Canada and may have contributed to six deaths," he wrote.
"At least thirty companies purchased peanut butter or paste from a facility with a documented link to a nation-wide Salmonella outbreak..
"The FDA has the authority – actually, the mandate – to request recalls if the public health is threatened. Instead, the FDA has asked the companies to test their products and consider voluntary recalls. It is just not enough."


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Gin presented a menu that was quite different from usual airline fare. A current dinner, for instance, serves turkey tenderloin on tabouleh, with peanut sauce, bean sprout salad with buttermilk dressing, and pumpkin mousse for dessert. Appetizers include snow peas stuffed with cream cheese. Much of the menu is built around fresh fruits, cheeses, salads and pastries. ``I wasn`t that acquainted with the regular airline food,`` she says, ``so I produced meals that I thought would be nice to have on airlines, as opposed to, quote, airline food.``
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surrounded by palm trees. Beautiful weather all year round. Duty free shopping. Stunning food at all the local restaurants (seafood a specialty) or if you want to cook at home the supermarket is less than 1 mile walk away, and local fisherman set up stalls daily in town., just minutes away. The kids will love the sailboat steps outside the living room door & official sailing club less than 1 mile walk from house, (CI Sailing club lessons are open to all) and of course the sandy seven mile beach is a must. Take the kids to the turtle farm where they can snorkel with the turtles and fish or blast down the water slide. or Take them on the pirate ship, swimming with stingrays or checking out the worlds 2nd largest skateboard park. The adults will love the many luxury spas and resort activities that are not exclusive to hotel guests. Plus The scuba diving in Cayman is the best in the world. Many water sports for those who want an active holiday or just soak up the Caribbean sun. We offer housekeeping service, possible nanny care and Car swap possible.
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We have one each of these boards in excellent condition available from our rental fleet. Learn More
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After Aqib Talib left New England for Denver, the Patriots wasted no time shoring up their secondary with the signing of five-time Pro Bowler Darrelle Revis.
Before signing on with Tampa bay in 2012, the Bucs defense ranked 31 out of the 32 teams for net yards yielded per passing attempt (7.3 NY/A). When the 2013 season ended, it was 21st (6.0 NY/A), despite not utilizing Revis's strengths. Specifically, the Bucs lined him up on the left side and asked him to play an aggressive zone coverage instead of man-to-man, which is where he shines. Despite this, Revis still managed to excel and will be a huge upgrade to Talib in New England.
"Everyone wants to play cover-2, wants to do all these zone pressures and blitzes and stuff," Rodney Harrison said. "What about the man-on-man matchup? Guys getting in somebody's face and following him all across the field? I think Darrelle Revis does that. He can play slot, he can play right, he can play left. I think that gives the Patriots a lot of flexibility."
Revis does give Coach Bill Belichick an improved option for taking away the opposition's top receiver, a.k.a. "Revis Island." Overall, opposing receivers had a 19 percent success rate against Revis last season, with Calvin Johnson leading the way.
Seeing Megatron and Anquan Boldin at the top of the list isn't surprising: They had 1,489 and 1,179 yards receiving, respectively. However, in 2011 (Revis's last healthy season with the Jets), Boldin was just 2 for 11, suggesting it could be an issue of the scheme in Tampa Bay rather than ability.
This season, the Patriots will play the NFC North as part of the NFL's schedule rotation, and there is no shortage of top wideouts in that division.
Belichick could even keep Revis primarily on the left side, which allows fellow newcomer Brandon Browner to stay on the right, like he did during his time with the Seattle Seahawks.
Not only does it allow Browner to remain comfortable at right cornerback (RCB), but it allows the team to have specialists for a specific side of the field. Logan Ryan was primarily a LCB at Rutgers and could be Revis' back-up. Dennard, Browner, and Arrington are typically placed at RCB.
Of these corners, Dennard and Browner thrive when able to use the sideline to their advantage. By having Revis stay at LCB, the other corners can keep the right sideline for their own benefit.
Either way, look for Revis to propel the Patriots pass defense into the top echelon of the league.


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If you have ever suffered from back pain, you know just how debilitating it can be. Your whole life revolves around you trying to manage the ache, but every way you hold yourself just causes more pain in other parts of the body. Back ache prevents us sleeping well which greatly exacerbates the condition. Lack of sleep caused by pain quickly overpowers our ability to emotionally and mentally handle the level of pain we are in. We can quickly become an emotional wreck, unable to carry on with our jobs or day-to-day lives.
Most people who have regular flare-ups, know ways to relieve it, how long they will have to cope with the pain, and the things they will have to put off doing while the pain is there. Other people do not suffer from back pain regularly, but may injure themselves and have to deal with a lot of pain while they heal. If you do have back pain, there are some methods of relieving it. Before you try any of them, be sure you are satisfied there is not an underlying medical reason for the pain, or visit your doctor.
Anti-inflammatories: Those who suffer regular flare-ups take ibuprofen as soon as the pain starts. This helps reduce any inflammation in the area to allow mobility. When it is muscular, rubbing on an ibuprofen gel can help target the medication easily.
Gentle exercises: Keeping your entire body moving when you have back pain is essential. Good circulation is supported by a good posture. Regularly utilising the full range of movement throughout your body is a good way of preventing little pulls and tweaks that cause us back pain too. However, if your pain is from an injury, you should seek advice from your physiotherapist or doctor about any movements that must be restrained.
Inversion Tables: These are increasing in popularity for those who suffer from back pain regularly. Some have reported them being helpful if they carry heavy loads as part of their job causing their spine to compress. The best inversion tables turn you upside down, so gravity is working on your spine in the opposite direction to when you are standing. This helps your spine stretch out right through your back and neck. This may help alleviate mild pinched nerve sensations. It also dramatically alters your blood flow and circulation being upside down or tilted in that direction. People with medical conditions or heart complaints should seek advice.
Chiropractors, Osteopaths and Physiotherapists: Each of these practitioners provides manipulations and exercises to help with back pain. A Physio looks at exercising the joints and muscles. An osteopath manipulates your spinal alignment. A chiropractor helps your neuromusculoskeletal system efficiency. Your doctor may help you understand why you are in pain, so you can pick the best type of therapy for it. A massage in a salon may be a cheaper solution if your pain is tension or stress related.
Heat/Cold pads and gels: These provide comfort but can cause the skin to become uncomfortable. They are not likely to resolve the pain.


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The Silver Star by Jeannette Walls is the author's third book and sort-of second novel. Her first book, The Glass Castle, was a masterful memoir of family dysfunction; her second, Half Broke Horses, was subtitled "A True-Life Novel" because it is her maternal grandmother's life story in the form of a novel, based mostly on her mother's memories. (I haven't read it.)
According to a New York Times article, after The Glass Castle was published in 2005, whenever the author was questioned about the veracity of the startling memoir of her dysfunctional parents, she would say it was all true and protest that she couldn't write fiction. "I've got to do some serious backpedaling now," she says in the New York Times interview promoting her new work of fiction, The Silver Star, "I've got no more wacky relatives left to exploit!"
The audiobook of The Silver Star is narrated by the author, who has a slightly Southern accent, maybe, and describes the experience in this brief promotional video as "a hoot". She identifies with Bean, the 12-year-old narrator of the story, who she says is a "linear thinker" – unlike her imaginative 15-year-old sister Liz and their wacky, careless mother, Charlotte – "she doesn't make things up." The author is an experienced media personality and she narrates the book very well, in a straightforward way, with sincerity, as if she actually remembers some of the events. And many times over the course of listening I thought how similar some of it was to The Glass Castle. Charlotte – living her dream and "finding the magic", trying to make it big as a singer/songwriter – is temperamentally a lot like the author's mother was described to be in The Glass Castle. There is no feckless, drunken father in The Silver Star, but when the girls are abandoned too long by their mother (whose absences they loyally try to hide from authorities for as long as they can), they run to their loving but ineffectual Uncle Tinsley living in the old family home in Virginia.
The author acknowledges the similarities in her books in that same promotional video about narrating The Silver Star:
I think fans of The Glass Castle and Half Broke Horses will recognize…a lot. I think people write about what they know about and The Silver Star does draw on a number of childhood experiences. Sometimes they're experiences that I didn't cover for some reason or another and they continue to haunt me so I wanted to revisit them." In addition to a number of events, a number of the themes from The Glass Castle also reemerge in The Silver Star, such as children taking on adult roles, taking on responsibilities that their parents maybe should have taken on."
Writing a novel rather than a memoir, the author has more freedom to embellish, change events around, and add an entire plot line to build the story on. But knowing the author's background from The Glass Castle, I felt like I was constantly filling in blanks when imagining the characters of Bean, Liz, and Charlotte. It's hard for me to decide how successfully the author has made the transition to novelist because of that. I don't know how well this novel would have done if it had been published first, as a work of fiction. I enjoyed listening to it and highly recommend the audiobook edition. I think the author's narration helped a lot to sell me on the story and the characters as seen through the eyes of Bean.
The Silver Star will be a good choice for many book clubs because of its themes of family dysfunction, coming of age, and socioeconomic inequality. Also because (despite the disappointing failings of many of the main characters) there is a clear villain of the story (Jerry Maddox, evil mill foreman and enemy of Uncle Tinsley) and a true heroine (Bean herself.)
The Silver Star
Walls, Jeannette
Simon & Schuster Audio
June 2013
8 hrs on 7 CDs
Disclosure: I received a free copy of this audiobook from the publisher for review.
This review is linked up to Sound Bytes, a weekly link-up of audiobook reviews at Devourer of Books.


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Whitehouse Correspondents' Dinner Highlights
April 29th, 2013
in econ_news, syndication
Econintersect: An annual event at which the press corps covering the White House, various celebrities and political figures hobnob with each other and get to hear a few speeches of an (attempted) humorous nature. The president speaks and an invited celebrity toastmaster, this year Conan O'Brien of late night TV fame, attempted to impart some light-hearted remarks. The president closed on a serious note:
...reminding the audience of the important role the media plays in American society, especially during times of crisis like the Boston Marathon bombings and the explosion that killed so many first responders in West, Texas. (From The White House Blog)
Click on picture below to view a 92 photo album at Huffington Post.
One political personage not in attendance had some critical comments. Sarah Palin slammed the entire event: It was "pathetic", a "nerdprom" attended by "assclowns" she wrote on Twitter.
Click through Read more >> to view three videos from the event.
Follow up:
Conan O'Brien's Toastmaster presentation.
President Obama's presentation.
'House of Cards' Intro
- Watch: President Obama at the 2013 White House Correspondents' Dinner (Colleen Curtis, The Whitehouse Blog, 28 April 2013)
- Sarah Palin: White House Correspondents' Dinner 2013 was 'pathetic' (Katie Glueck, Politico)


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Yes, I know I'm late with all these 2016 reading list posts. Better late than never?
Some of my romance reading was for research. All was for pleasure.
My greatest discoveries: I go for smart, spunky heroines and imperfect heroes. And forget about the must have deep dark secrets–my favorite characters must have a sense of humor. Quirkiness is appreciated. Heroines should want the hero ( and whatever hot hanky-panky, money, or fame comes with him) but not need him.
Here are my 2016 Romance Reads via Goodreads. The tally comes in at 24, I have the feeling I forgot to add a few.
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I used the fibre putty for a good couple of years before I really got into grooming, so to speak. But I swapped to fudge matt hed extra and I will never go back to VO5 it just doesn't compare for what is £2 extra worth of product. I have thick wavy hair so it needs that solid hold that fudge offers.
If you find you don't like your hairstyle most days or it takes a long while to get it "right" then just try another product either order from lookmantastic or mankind have the occasional promotional offer, but I find lookmantastic is generally cheaper.


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I am stunned and very sad.
We must raise our voices in disappointment and rage, and we must be heard.
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This is an excerpt from a letter sent today from Chris' supporters in BC to Stephen Harper.
After the 9/11 attack, Mr. [Chris] Teske volunteered for combat duty and was deployed to Afghanistan with the US Army's 10th Mountain Division. He was honorably discharged after two tours of duty in Afghanistan. Two years later and to his surprise, he learned that the army had the right to reactivate him for combat service and to deploy him to the illegal and immoral war in Iraq. His conscience compelled him to desert the US army.
Mr. Teske has quietly lived and worked in Canada for over two years. He feels that Canada is his home.
According to an Angus-Reid poll, 64% of Canadians would grant permanent residence status to U.S. military deserters like Chris Teske. The will of Canadians has been clearly expressed by a motion passed by the majority of the Representatives in the House of Commons. That motion also calls for a halt to the deportation of war resisters.
We are now awaiting news on both Cliff Cornell and Kim Rivera, whose cases were also heard at Federal court today.
Please: don't lose faith, and don't give up the fight.


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The Midnight Library
by Kazuno Kohara; illus. by the author
Preschool Roaring Brook 32 pp.
6/14 978-1-59643-985-6 $16.99
Welcome to the Midnight Library, where a little-girl librarian and her three owl assistants provide a friendly spot for animals from "all over the town" to "find a perfect book." Outside the windows, stars twinkle in a black sky; inside, the library glows with a warm golden light. The little librarian, braids flying, cheerfully bustles around the packed bookshelves, where small dramas are happily resolved alongside library business-as-usual. Kohara's (Ghosts in the House!, rev. 9/08) gentle story and vibrant compositions have an old-fashioned sensibility and simplicity. The illustrations, which look like wood-block prints, feature just three colors: black, gold, and blue. With this limited (but not limiting) palette and strong, energetic lines, Kohara captures the magic of the middle-of-the-night goings on. This is a dream of a library, too, designed with lots of reading nooks (including top-of-bookshelf perches), comfy chairs, lanterns, and trees with ornaments on the branches, adding to the enchantment. There's a lot to linger over on the pages, and the art varies from full- and double-page spreads to smaller panel illustrations. When the sky begins to lighten, it's time for the library to close and for the little librarian and the owls to "find one last book." Of course, that last book is a bedtime story, which is the perfect way to end this beguiling library visit.
From the July/August 2014 issue of The Horn Book Magazine.


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Nowadays, there is a computer in almost any device that you can imagine. These low power,task-specific machines are programmed usually to execute very specific tasks. The most common way to build this software is using Linux, but some fine-tuning is needed to fit your specifications in such restrained machines. This is where Buildroot really comes into its ownas a great tool to generate and configure a Linux system, as it allows you to tune your system in every way to be small, fast, efficient, and safe.
Instant Buildroot is a practical, hands-on guide that provides you with a number of clear, step-by-step recipes which will help you to build your own custom embedded system that meets all of your requirements in terms of size, speed, and software functionality.
Instant Buildroot uses practical examples and step-by-step recipes to help you generate, configure, and deploy a Linux system in any target machine. This book will get you started with generating your system depending on your target hardware and will help you compile and configure the right bootloader options that fit your requirements. You will also learn how to add support to your board peripherals using Linux modules and finally how to install common software packages like QT GUI or a light web server.
Filled with practical, step-by-step instructions and clear explanations for the most important and useful tasks. A concise guide full of step-by-step recipes to help you learn how to generate and configure an embedded Linux system using Buildroot.
Who this book is for
Instant Buildroot is for developers who want to know how to use Buildroot tools to generate and configure their own embedded system. It is assumed that the reader has some experience with Linux and basic programming and is familiar with basic hardware development boards.


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An ode to mom's cooking
Chef Sanjeev Kapoor's latest book, Cooking With Love, lists numerous recipes from his mother's kitchen. The Guide got the chef to talk about his love for his mom's cooking and share recipes of the favourite dishes he relished as a child
Chef Sanjeev Kapoor's latest book, Cooking With Love, lists numerous recipes from his mother's kitchen. The Guide got the chef to talk about his love for his mom's cooking and share recipes of the favourite dishes he relished as a child
What was the inspiration behind compiling this book?
The inspiration is the food that is in the book. I have dedicated the book to my brother Rajeev who came up with the idea of compiling our family favourites. We worked on this book for over five years. Together, we are thanking our mom for her unconditional love. It is also my humble way of thanking my mother-in-law for sharing her culinary legacy.
How much of a role did your love for your mother's cooking play in you becoming a chef?
It has played a great role. When I was growing up I saw my father and mother cook together. Then my elder brother showed his interest by joining them in the kitchen and helping them out. I, too, followed as the whole family was in the kitchen! For me, seeing men cook was a normal thing. And, of course, the food cooked by my dad and mom is what inspired me to always cook with the special ingredient called love and then, with the passage of time, become a chef.
Did you start off by trying to make your mother's recipes and then experimenting with it?
I have imbibed the essentials of good home cooking from my mother's cooking. If I cook any of her dishes (as I have done on my show Khana Khazana), it is done according to her recipes and there is no experimentation with that.
What was your favourite dish as a kid? What is it now?
Rajma Chawal and Kadhi Chawal. Then and now! You will find the recipes Rajma Masala and Punjabi Pakorewali Kadhi in the book.
They say that there is something special in a mother's cooking? Have you been able to get the taste of a dish exactly as your mother makes it?
Yes, I agree. There is something special in a mother's cooking. The recipes in the book have been documented during the trials of the recipes done personally by my mother and my mother-in-law. I would say whoever cooks them now following the recipe would get them right. Of course, we can allow for 5-10 % deviation as each cook's style is different.
Does your mother enjoy your cooking? What is her favourite dish made by you?
I love treating my mom once in while with whatever she wishes for. It is usually something vegetarian. But more so, I relish the food made by her as she still cooks for me and my family.
Which is the most difficult recipe from your mother's kitchen?
For me, there is no difficult recipe. Everything is simple if you go step-by-step. It is just that some recipes need more ingredients and more time to cook. But that is the cook's choice: cooking Undhiyo will take time whereas in the same section on Main Dishes we also have Quick Pressure Cooked Vegetables.
Lauki ke kofte
The uniqueness of these kofte lies in the fact that they are stuffed with pieces of tamarind with the seeds in them. The tamarind gives it a tangy flavour, while the seeds help retain the shape of the kofte.
750 grams bottle gourd
5 tablespoons gram flour
teaspoon red chilli powder
Salt to taste
12 pieces of tamarind with seeds
Oil for deep-frying
teaspoon garam masala
2 tablespoons chopped fresh coriander
3 tablespoons oil
2 medium onions, chopped
5 medium tomatoes, pur eed
teaspoon turmeric powder
teaspoon red chilli powder
1 tablespoons coriander
Salt to taste
1 For the kofte, peel and grate the bottle gourd. Squeeze to remove excess water. Add the gram flour, chilli powder and salt, and mix well. Divide the mixture into twelve equal portions.
2 Stuff one piece of tamarind into each portion and shape into a round kofta. Remove the tamarind seeds if desired.
3 Heat sufficient oil in a non-stick kadai and deep-fry the kofte, in small batches, for two to three minutes, or until golden brown and crisp on the outside. Drain on absorbent paper and set aside.
4 For the gravy, heat the oil in a non-stick pan; add the onions and saut e until light golden brown. Add the tomato pur ee and cook till the oil rises to the surface.
5 Add the turmeric powder, chilli powder and coriander powder. Continue to saut e on medium heat for one minute. Add two tablespoons of water and saut e till the oil rises to the surface again.
6 Add two cups of water and bring to a boil. Add the salt, lower the heat and simmer for five minutes. Keep the gravy hot.
7 To serve, arrange the kofte on a serving platter and pour the gravy over them. Sprinkle garam masala powder and garnish with the chopped coriander.
(Instead of tamarind, you can stuff the kofte with dried plums or dried pomegranate seeds.)
Gujarati kadhi
My mother-in-law recalls that while the family was posted in Delhi, they had a group of Punjabi friends, who used to drink this kadhi by the glassful! Punjabi kadhi is quite thick and so this light, sweet and sour version was a treat!
2 tablespoons gram flour
2 cups yogurt
1 teaspoon ginger-green chilli paste
Salt to taste
2 teaspoons ghee
teaspoon mustard seeds
teaspoon cumin seeds
8-10 curry leaves
2 dried red chillies, broken into large bits
A pinch of asafoetida
3-4 cloves
1 inch cinnamon
1 small radish, cut into thin strips
1 small potato, cut into thin strips
1 medium ripe banana, cut into thin round slices (optional)
1 teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon chopped fresh coriander
1 Whisk together the gram flour, yogurt and ginger-green chilli paste till smooth. Add three cups of water and salt, and mix well. Set aside.
2 Heat the ghee in a deep non-stick pan and add the mustard seeds, cumin seeds, curry leaves, red chillies, asafoetida, cloves and cinnamon. When the seeds splutter, add the radish and potato, and stir to mix. Add one cup of water and cook on medium heat till the vegetables are tender.
3 Add the yogurt mixture and continue to cook, stirring continuously, till the mixture thickens slightly. Adjust the salt. Add the banana and sugar, and mix lightly. Serve hot, garnished with the chopped coriander.


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Eric Young extended his hitting streak to seven games last night, one shy of his career-high. Young is hitting .419 (13-31) during that current stretch. Young's career-best is an eight-game hitting streak, September 6-13, 2010.
Since joining the Mets on June 19, Young is batting .359 (14-39) with five runs scored, four doubles and six RBI. He has taken to the Mets and to left field like white on rice and has quickly become an integral part of the team's offense.
I took a look at some numbers this morning and found that before Young became a fixture in the leadoff spot of the lineup, the number one spot in the order had been batting .218/.257/.278 for the Mets – the worst mark in the league.
The Mets have used ten different players in the leadoff spot this season. I charted their individual production for you:
With a .405 on-base, and in a very small sample size, Young is finally giving the Mets exactly what they have lacked since Jose Reyes was shown the door. He's not only getting on base, but his speed is wreaking havoc and creating opportunities for the Mets to generate more runs.
Young can use his speed to perfectly execute a drag bunt at any time. Opposing defenses know this and you'll often see them play the corners in to guard against it. When they don't, Young will burn them.
The Piscataway, New Jersey native has also added a positive energy to the clubhouse and there's a certain level of energy at the top of the order that has been lacking all season long.
Manager Terry Collins finally has his leadoff man. "His game plays well here in this ballpark," Collins said, "because he can bunt. … He's not a big power guy. He uses the whole field to hit, and this is a big outfield here. I think his game plays here and his foot speed in the outfield is going to make a big difference."
"He's made a huge impact with us. When you look at what our leadoff hitters were doing until he got here, the impact is monumental for us. He's on base, he's in scoring position all the time."
Young feels right at home in Citi Field. "There's a lot of space. If I hit one in the gap, I can run around. Or I can get a hit to drop in somewhere. This ballpark is really going to play to my advantage as long as I focus on the process and do things correctly at the plate."
So far, he's been doing everything correctly at the plate, on the basepaths, and in the field. Lets hope it continues.
Someone asked me yesterday if the Mets will re-sign Young and bring him back next season. The fact is that the 28-year old speedster is under team control for an additional two years, and if he keeps performing at the level he has, this acquisition will be among Sandy Alderson's best at the major league level.