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Winning a major award is said to be a nerve-wracking experience. At the Fantastic Fest, winning is more liver-wrecking. Each recipient must chug a stein full of beer before making an acceptance speech.
This year, two films swept the Fantastic Fest: Bullhead, a thriller exposing the underbelly of the Belgian cattle industry, won Best Picture, Director and Actor in the AMD & Dell "Next Wave" Spotlight Competition; and You're Next, about a family on retreat being besieged by animal-masked killers, won Best Picture, Director and Screenplay for Horror Features.
This was very exciting and un-sobering news for Bullhead's genial director, Michael R. Roskam, and Simon Barrett, the screenwriter/
Clown, one of my favorites (see previous blog), won Best Picture and Screenplay in the Gutbuster Comedy Features. Best Director went to Steffen Hars and Flip van der Kuil for another feature adapted from television, the mega-mega-mega idiotic New Kids Turbo.
The impeccably designed Milocrorze: A Love Story won Best Picture in the Fantastic Features category, while Noboru Iguchi took Best Director for an update of 70's Japanese kid show (and the inspiration for "Transformers"), Karate Robo Zaborgar.
The Audience Award was given to Yoshihiro Nakamura's family film, A Boy and his Samurai, about a time-traveling samurai who works to realizes his true talent lies in pastry making,
Belgium's Bullhead and another Fantastic Fest feature, Brazil's tremendous Elite Squad: The Enemy Within became their respective country's official submission to the 84th Academy Awards® for Best Foreign Film.
After days of seeing more movies than I can logically process, I have yet to see many of these award winners--which gives me a lot to look forward to and makes me wonder what I've been doing with myself.

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With styles inspired by the Aloha State, they're calling it a golf tournament "where every hole is an event."
Monday's eighth-annual Mesa Verde Classic, with its Hawaiian/South Pacific theme, promises to be bigger and better than ever, organizers said.
Throughout its history, the Costa Mesa United fundraiser has raised about $1 million for Newport-Mesa youth sports programs, some of which has also helped fund the school district's sports facilities.
The sold-out event at the Mesa Verde Country Club in Costa Mesa is expected to happen, rain or shine, said spokesman Devin Lucas.
Mayor Pro Tem Steve Mensinger and Gordon Bowley are chairing the fundraiser this year.
Registration for the nearly 120 golfers begins at 8:30 a.m., with the 18-hole tournament starting at 10:30 and ending around 4 p.m.
Participants can expect themed food, drinks and entertainment at each hole. Pop-up tents will keep the golfers entertained before tee-off.
Restaurants, including Skosh Monahan's, Greenleaf Gourmet Chopshop, Newport Rib Co., Chick-fil-A and In-N-Out Burger, will serve food and drinks.
"It'll be a real 'tasting of Costa Mesa,'" Lucas said.
A calypso band and hula and fire dancers are also planned, as is the chance to ride a mechanical surfing machine.
Golfers may even see exotic animals — pythons and the like, Lucas said.
After the golfing is done and the scores tallied, the Mesa Verde Country Club will host a catered dinner. Most of the golfers also go to the dinner, while some supporter just attend the dinner.
This year's event honoree is Richard Jones of the Jones & Mayer law firm, which contracts services to the city. Retiring city employee Peter Naghavi will also receive an award, as will Jennifer Knapp, Janet Krochman, and David and Patricia Schweitzer.
A silent and live auction is also planned. Prizes include a weekend getaway in Big Bear, dinner with Costa Mesa Mayor Jim Righeimer, a day where Costa Mesa's five planning commissioners "work for you" on household projects, and a private tour at the Newport Beach Vineyards and Winery.
Organizers are optimistic about the tournament and dinner's fundraising potential.
"We know it will raise six figures this year," Lucas said.
But of all the goings-on, Lucas said, in addition to the food, there's one thing he's prepped to try.
"I definitely want to try the mechanical surfing," he said. "That's something I've never seen before."
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If we schedule LSU, I've gotta go. Mrs. Blog will have to start saving.
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Former UMass HC Don Brown gets a mention in this "Best Assistant Coaches in Football" article.
The UMass website has a preview of the Old Dominion Game. This year's visit to Ballard Stadium might be the only time we play the Monarchs.
Brandon London and the Montreal Alouettes will be on the NFL Network at 7:00 PM tonight. Set your DVD. The NFL Network is channel 154 on Dish Network.
James Ihedigibo was a guest on the Boomer and Craig Morning show. Podcast here.
As an amateur astronomer, I'm happy that the UMass astronomy dept has finished their new radio telescope. The scope's webpage here.
Click on image for a larger view. M82 information here. I've visited M82 number of times with my 15-cm refractor.


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Sunday, February 19
Attitude Adjusted... I Think
Thanks to all of you who commented about your Skype experiences. I truly appreciate your ideas and your willingness to communicate with my class. I'm planning to get in touch with you and set up something. There was even a sweet teacher from Egypt that wants to Skype- how cool is that?
I am in agreement that my firsties will love it-- let's be honest though, what do they not love? They were also "in love" with the Fruit Loops and marshmallows I gave them to practice place value, the Band-Aids, surgical masks and gloves we used to do contraction surgery (some even took the masks and gloves to daycare to play doctor kitties!), and they still beg me to go back to the field and run laps around the track (which they obviously didn't see as punishment during recess one day last month).
{There's that little bit of bad attitude creeping back in.}
So, I'll end with this.
I thought about it all week. Of course I immediately came to Philippians 2:14 that says"Do all things without complaining." Even my principal's quote of the week was about having joy and a good attitude (hope she didn't think of that one after reading my last post!). I'm a rule follower and will do whatever my job requires of me. I'm trying harder to do it without complaining. Of course my kids will love it, and it will be a great experience for them (and me).
I'll keep you updated on how it goes.
If you made it to the bottom of this post, you deserve a little freebie. This week my kiddos are learning about long e, spelled -ee and -ea. Here's a little word work to practice long e. Those that finish early always enjoy creating their own puzzles on the back. Click {here} to download a copy.
12 comments:
- Ms. Lopez said...
OMG! We all feel like this!!! So much is piled on our plate, its ridiculous! Its good to vent and we all understand! My principal has been sending emails like every other day about something she wants us to try or get involved with. Sorry, but there are just not enough hours in the day!
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- February 19, 2012 at 8:39 PM
- Haley said...
I just blogged last night about the same thing. It's okay to vent to those who understand. It is a cheap therapy and what teacher doesn't need therapy nowadays! We are only human :) Sending positive vibes your way!!
Following Optimism in 2nd Grade
- February 19, 2012 at 9:04 PM
- laughinbrunette (Jennifer) said...
Believe me, I've been there...things will get better :)
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- February 19, 2012 at 9:56 PM
- The Knightens said...
You are too funny! and Mallory would be so blessed to have a teacher even half as dedicated and "on fire" for teaching as you are!
- February 19, 2012 at 10:05 PM
- ~DeAnne~ said...
You're not the only one that feels this way.....prayer goes a long way for me :) BTW, this freebie is PERFECT. This is our skill next week. Thanks!!
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- February 19, 2012 at 10:09 PM
LM, I'll hold you accountable for your attitude, if you'll do the same for me. We can handle all of this with a little help from each other and from "higher up."
- February 19, 2012 at 10:26 PM
- Ms. Rachel said...
We've all been there! and sometimes you just need to vent and it's totally ok!
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- February 19, 2012 at 10:39 PM
- Miss W said...
We've all been there, well at least I have (multiple times!) Philippians 2:14 is my favorite verse, I need to remind myself not to complain quite a bit!
✪ Miss W
Miss W Teaches
- February 20, 2012 at 3:13 AM
- Kara Jacobs said...
Hang in there LM... You're an amazing teacher and a wonderful person! And this neighbor sure misses teaching beside you! And just remember, trials are not without purpose. Trusting God with every new thing and struggle thrown your way will help you to grow and relate to others! No matter how small... it's for His ultimate glory! Love you kiddo!
On the Skype note, maybe we could talk while I am out one day. We go to the zoo and McWane all the time. (PS you can Skype on phones too) Maybe we could coordinate something fun one day. I could be y'alls "roaming reporter" from time to time : ) Who knows could be a flop... could be awesome... won't know until we try!
- February 22, 2012 at 2:55 PM
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Thank you
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Osvaldo's future still uncertain
Dani Osvaldo's Southampton exit appears to be edging ever closer, although manager Mauricio Pochettino admits "anything is possible" before the transfer deadline.
The Italy international has done little to justify the club-record fee paid to Roma in the summer and, worse still, has irreparably fallen out with many Saints players.
Osvaldo is currently serving a two-week club suspension for an altercation with Jose Fonte in training and looks almost certain to leave before Friday's deadline.
Inter Milan, Sevilla and West Ham have been mentioned as potential destinations, although it is Juventus that appear to be leading the race for the 28-year-old's signature.
Juve general director Giuseppe Marotta has confirmed their interest in the forward but Pochettino insisted no deal had been struck.
"At the moment there is no news regarding Dani Osvaldo," he said.
"There is still a day and half left to finish the transfer window activity so there's many things that can happen in that time.
"For me the biggest talking point of the day is the game against Fulham, nothing else.
"Anything else is an individual matter that will be decided upon when it has to be decided upon."
Pochettino said he was "not in charge of that situation" but was able to confirm that Saints had turned down a bid from Swansea for Jack Cork.
The former Argentina international also suggested the need to bring in a new face has lessened somewhat thanks to Sam Gallagher's impressive senior debut in midweek.
Despite failing to score, the 18-year-old led the line with aplomb against Arsenal - a performance that has seemingly earned Pochettino's trust.
"It's clear that on Tuesday Sam Gallagher played and played very well against Arsenal, a product of our academy and our team so why not give him the opportunity to keep playing?" he said.
"I am not saying that [we will not sign anyone] but signing right now someone who fits the profile we are looking for is not easy. It's very complicated to find that player.
"With Sam Gallagher's performance against Arsenal on Tuesday it made us confident we might give him a chance and keep counting on him because he showed he can compete at the top flight."
Another youngster set to get a chance with the first team is teenage full-back Matt Targett.
The England Under-19s international looks set to be bumped up to Luke Shaw's deputy at left-back after Danny Fox was allowed to join Nottingham Forest on loan, with a permanent move agreed for the summer.
"The first thing I want to make public is my gratitude and thanks to Danny Fox for his professionalism and attitude during my time here at Southampton," Pochettino said.
"We want to wish him the best because he's shown great character and great qualities as a player and a person. We wish him all the best at Nottingham Forest and his new challenge there.
"Matt Targett is training with us and he has a chance to get into the side if we see that he's able to perform at the level that we expect."
Fox is one of a number of squad players to have left Saints this month, following Lee Barnard, Billy Sharp, Tadanari Lee and Aaron Martin out of the door.
The latter joined Birmingham until the end of the season on Thursday, while Jason Puncheon is understood to be close to making his loan move to Crystal Palace permanent.


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Set Your TiVo: 11.16.11Posted by bmulvihill on November 16th, 2011
Brendon Mulvihill is an RTC contributor. You can find him @themulv on Twitter. See bottom of the post for the Official RTC Star System.
After a twenty-four hour marathon of hoops yesterday, we settle things down a bit and get into the groove of regular season college basketball. Let's check out a few games for you to watch tonight.
Indiana @ Evansville – 8 PM EST on ESPN3 (***)
- Picking up right where it left off last year, Evansville continues to win games at the free throw line. Junior guard Colt Ryan scored 14 of his game high 23 points from the line in the Purple Aces' overtime win against Butler last Saturday. Ryan was not the only scorer for Marty Simmons' team, as four other players scored in double figures. With 40% of the team's points coming from the line, Evansville relies on free throws to fuel their offense like few other teams. Since Evansville does not look like it will be a one-man show, Indiana will have to be cognizant of fouls across the board so as to not find itself in the double bonus early in each half.
- At 6'11", Indiana freshman Cody Zeller gives the Hoosiers an athletic big man to go along with guards Vardell Jones, III, and Victor Oladipo. IU has a significant advantage down low since no Evansville player is taller than 6'8". Indiana's two-point shooting has been on target for the first two games, hitting 64.3% of its shots from inside the arc. Look for Zeller and the Hoosier guards to score from the paint regularly against a soft Evansville interior defense.
- This game, like most Evanville games, hinges on the Purple Aces' ability to attack the basket and get to the free throw line. If they are not getting to the line they will assuredly lose. They do not have the size to guard Zeller or create second-chance points for themselves on missed shots. Simmons' team faced similar circumstances against Butler, though, but pulled off the win thanks to a hefty 32 points from the line. If Indiana can continue to defend the two well without fouling, they should have no problem leaving Evansville's new building with a 3-0 record.


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This post is to inform all Car Show Participants of the mandatory rule regarding a fire extinguisher in the car. The rules state:
4. All vehicles to be judged must have a UL approved fire extinguisher in an easily accessible place in the vehicle.
This is not an option. You must have an UL approved fire extinguisher in your car in order to participate in the Car Show portion of the BPG Nationals. WE WILL BE CHECKING FOR FIRE EXTINGUISHERS! If you do not have one now, go buy one (you really need one anyway, what with the 30 to 40 year old wiring and fuel systems we have...ever see a grown man cry as he watches his pride and joy go up in flames???).
Forewarned is forearmed! Get that fire extinguisher today.


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It's rarely quiet on the home front with families. During the past year, the Family Time page has explored many issues that parents, grandparents and children of all ages address. From adoption to bullying, from eating healthier to better homework habits, from dads at home to grandparenting a special-needs child, relationships take thought, work and action. Here are some of the highlights from 2012, with resources for family members.
Parenting Across Cultures: St. Paul Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) offers classes on cross-cultural parenting. The goal is to help immigrant parents integrate their children into a school environment while also addressing their parenting concerns. The classes are structured similarly to a typical ECFE class, with parents and children together for the first part and separate for the second half.
"Immigrant and refugee parents are less likely to have their kids involved in lots of different activities where they might meet other parents," said Jill Chisholm, parent educator at Highland-Homecroft site in St. Paul. "In this class, they want to get to know other parents better. They want to share ideas about how to solve parenting issues."
Korean adoption: Minneapolis author Kelly Fern wrote "Songs of My Families" about her own adoption experience as both a child and adult. After a few months in a Korean orphanage, she was brought to Minnesota, where she was adopted by a Rochester family. (Kelly later learned her family never intended to place her for adoption and she was reunited with them in 2008.)
At age 18, when she herself was overwhelmed as a single mother, Fern made the difficult decision to place her 6-month-old daughter with Lutheran Social Services, the same organization that her adoptive parents had worked with 14 years earlier. In early 2010, Fern reunited with that daughter, Suzie Juul, now 26, who had been adopted by a Bloomington family.
"The hardest thing for me to think about was wondering if my daughter suffered the same turmoil I did," Kelly Fern said. "Did she wonder, like I did, if her mom was ever going to come and get her?"
Bullying via social media: "Bullying has always existed, but we're paying more attention to it now than ever before. Social media have opened up new avenues for cruelty that didn't exist -- girls have more opportunity to hurt one another. They can do it in person, and through technology. I also think kids are less supervised by parents who are having to work longer hours, so teens have much more time to spend online," said Rachel Simmons, who has written "Odd Girl Out: The Hidden Culture of Aggression in Girls."
Healthy eating: Tricia Cornell, author of "Eat More Vegetables: Making the Most of Your Seasonal Produce," started planning all of her family's meals around vegetables they were getting from a local community-supported agriculture share each week. In the process, she accumulated more than 75 recipes, which was the launching point for her cookbook. "My job ends when I put good food on the table. It's the kids' job to eat it or not," said Cornell, of Minneapolis. "The rule we do have in our house is that if something is not on the table at mealtime, it's not on the table. That's the way we've always done it, and I don't think it would ever cross their minds to ask for an alternative."
Family relationships: A new study by the Minneapolis-based Search Institute focuses on family relationships rather than family structure. The new Family Assets Framework highlights five main areas that contribute to thriving families: nurturing relationships, establishing routines, maintaining expectations, adapting to challenges and connecting to community. The higher the level of assets, the more positive the outcomes for all family members. According to the survey, the most common family asset is "clear expectations."
"Parents are setting expectations that kids are hearing. Kids know and understand what is expected of them as members of the family on some key points," said Gene Roehlkepartain, vice president of research and development for the institute. "We tend to talk a lot about structure, but families are taking a lot of control over the ways they can make their family strong, whatever their family looks like."
Grandparents and autism: After autism was diagnosed in Sylvia Grubb's grandson Micah at age 3, she wanted to learn everything she could about the condition, but her search for helpful books for grandparents left her empty- handed. She and her son, Stuart Grubb, Micah's father, began collaborating on "Grandparenting a Child With Autism: The Joy, Frustration and Growth of Living With Autism." Sylvia Grubb, of Stillwater, said she has been overwhelmed by the number of grandparents who have contacted her about their own families. "A therapist once told me to do everything we could to bring him into our world, since it is easier for him to be in his own world," Sylvia Grubb said. "As Micah's grandmother, I have a much better understanding of that now."
Dads and kids: Mark Abraham launched Minnesota Dads at Home (MDAH) in Golden Valley in 1997, when far fewer dads were stay-at-home. "The mothers at the park with their kids would look at us like, 'Who are you, why are you here and aren't you supposed to be working?'" Times have changed: In 2001, there were 81,000 fathers nationwide who identified themselves as the primary at-home parent. In 2011, that number had grown to 176,000, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.
Zachary Moore, current MDAH director, is a former sales manager now home full-time with his two children in St. Louis Park. It was a few months after Rossalyn was born that he and his wife decided he would be the at-home parent.
"We both worked odd schedules, and I was at a place where it really was the right fit for me," said Moore, who noted that he loves getting to know his kids better every day. "Not being burnt out from a day at the office means that peak energy and focus time of the day goes into building our relationship."
Eyesight issues: There has been a rise in reported vision fatigue among both kids and adults who spend hours in front of computers, says Dr. Mrunalini Parvataneni, a pediatric ophthalmologist at Northwest Eye in Maple Grove and Wayzata. "We do not know enough about the long-term effects of constant screen time, but that is why I counsel my families to just be cautious," she said, adding that due to the inherent ability kids have to focus their eyes, smaller screens, like those found on smartphones, don't necessarily cause further strain.
Homework sanity: Roger Wilkerson, author of "Homework Sanity: Insights for Parents From a Private Tutor," stresses the value of kids and parents forming a partnership when tackling homework. If a parent and child are out of sync about homework, it's because the parent is taking the parental tone, rather than working as a partner, said Wilkerson. He says the worst homework mistake parents make is doing the work for the child. "The No. 1 problem I think kids have with homework is slowing it down. No matter what age they are, 20 minutes at a time on one subject, followed by a break, is the best way to approach it."
Julie Pfitzinger is a West St. Paul freelance writer.


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The singing vegetarian wanted nothing to do with the backwoods ducks.
When Morrissey was scheduled to appear on Jimmy Kimmel's late-night show last month along with the cast of A&E's "Duck Dynasty," the '80s cult rocker issued an ultimatum: Boot the "animal serial killers," as he described the Southern family that made its fortune selling duck-hunting paraphernalia, from the guest list or he would walk.
When showtime came, Kimmel's choice was clear. Rednecks 1, Rocker 0. "They have guns," joked the ABC talk-show host in explaining his rationale for standing by the ducky ones.
He could have also added that "Duck Dynasty," which costars the forest-thick beards of the male Robertsons, far outranks the smooth-faced Morrissey on the popularity scale. The cable show's third-season premiere two weeks ago shattered viewer records at A&E, pulling in 8.6-million viewers — a figure that included edging out broadcast hits such as "Modern Family" and "American Idol" that same night in the advertiser-coveted 18-to-49 demographic.
The Louisiana bayou clan are among the brightest lights in a veritable redneck renaissance unfolding on television, where a homespun brand of humor, mashed-up family values and uncomplicated authenticity are transforming old stereotypes into media darlings. In a raft of reality and scripted programming already on the air and in the works, rednecks are in demand, and not always in typical one-dimensional ways.
"It's like the South has risen again," said Karen Cox, professor of history at the University of North Carolina in Charlotte. "It's so unbelievable how many shows are coming on that it's hard to keep up."
More than two decades after comedian Jeff Foxworthy introduced his "You might be a redneck if ..." into the cultural lexicon, a new stream of Southern-fried offerings have eclipsed the metropolitan housewives, real and unreal, and urban entertainment shows such as "Smash." "Duck Dynasty" has touched a nerve with family audiences who watch the series together and are seeking a quieter, simple alternative to the overblown, materialistic antics of the "Real Housewives" and the Kardashians, say cultural observers.
On the other hand, the phenomenon is giving little Southern comfort to some critics, entertainers and even politicians concerned about what they see as the celebration of drunken laziness, reckless behavior and the perpetuation of demeaning regional stereotypes.
Close behind the high-flying "Duck" is the reality series "Here Comes Honey Boo Boo," set around a precocious pre-adolescent beauty pageant contestant in small-town Georgia. Together, "Duck" and "Boo Boo" rank at the top of more than a dozen reality series with titles such as "Buckwild," "Swamp Pawn," "My Big Redneck Vacation," "Moonshiners," and "Rocket City Rednecks."
Beyond reality last year, History's award-winning miniseries "Hatfields & McCoys" scored record ratings with its take on the infamous backwoods blood feud. Meanwhile, on FX's critically acclaimed "Justified," U.S. Deputy Marshal Raylan Givens dispenses Kentucky justice with a smooth drawl, fast gun and Stetson hat. The show plays with rural clichés and has Givens take down his share of moonshiners, snake-handling Pentecostals and meth heads — all with a wink.
Graham Yost, executive producer of "Justified," said the Kentucky setting has enriched the show's narrative. "It's not terrain that has been chewed over a lot," he said. "And people in that region love seeing their world portrayed accurately."
'Dead' duo
Perhaps two of the best-known rednecks on television today are the Dixon brothers of AMC's zombie apocalypse hit "The Walking Dead," whose weekly audiences routinely beat almost all major network shows. One brother, Merle, played by Michael Rooker, is a fleshed-out version of negative Southern stereotypes — poorly educated, racist, crass and extremely violent.
By contrast, brother Daryl, played by Norman Reedus, is a far more complex and likable character who battles the instincts from an abusive upbringing to become a champion of the group. In a violent show that is fond of killing off major characters, Daryl in particular is viewed by fans as untouchable.
"Those two are the characters I'm asked most about," said Robert Kirkman, executive producer of "The Walking Dead." "They're rednecks, but they also have a lot of heart. They know how to track and hunt. They're the kind of people you want to have with you during a zombie apocalypse."
Among critics, Morrissey's protest over hunting was just the latest salvo. Sen. Joe Manchin III (D-W.V.), lashed out last year at MTV's "Buckwild," which has been described as "The Jersey Shore of Appalachia." The senator tore into MTV executives for exploiting the "shameful behavior" of the reality show's cast of ATV-riding, hard-partying twentysomethings.
And a writer in USA Today voiced the show's push-pull appeal to many by calling "Honey Boo Boo" "either the end of civilization as we know it, or a loving picture of joyous redneck family values."
Less colorful drawings but no less compelling for their time have previously dominated prime-time. Among them over the decades were such classics as "The Beverly Hillbillies, "Green Acres," "The Andy Griffith Show" and "Hee Haw."
"It's the commodifying of the South," said Marcie Cohen Ferris, an associate professor of American Studies at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. "It has been going on forever — the gothic or surreal South. It's stereotyped but always entertaining."
Added Foxworthy, the host of GSN's "The American Bible Challenge" and who still includes the redneck routine in his stand-up act: "It's never really gone away — it's just got a new spotlight on it now. Some have called it the lowest common denominator, but they're so wrong. It's the most common denominator."
Apparently, it's not just an American denominator either. "Here Comes Honey Boo Boo" recently began airing in eastern Europe and Australia, where it quickly became a hit. The TLC series features Alana Thompson, a rambunctious tot with tornado-speed energy as she competes for a beauty pageant crown.
The episodes do little to promote a positive image. In one, the child and her mother, June Shannon, sneeze on a turkey she was preparing with massive amounts of butter. On another the little girl frolics on a "redneck water slide" — a plastic sheet on a muddy lawn.
Two kinds of extremes
The "Duck" and "Boo Boo" series represent the extremes of redneck television, said UNC's Cox, the author of "Dreaming of Dixie: How the South was Created in American Popular Culture." On "Duck Dynasty," the Robertsons "are very self-conscious. They know who they are, and they're in on the joke. Honey Boo Boo is not in on the joke. Her family is naive and being exploited."
Somewhere in the middle may be a show like "Rocket City Rednecks" on the National Geographic Channel. The program showcases an aerospace engineer and his family of "backwoods geniuses" from Huntsville, Ala., the birthplace of the space program. They combine "hillbilly ingenuity" with advanced science, which yields successful experiments like making rocket fuel out of moonshine.
For better or worse, more such fare is on the way. TLC just premiered "Welcome to Myrtle Manor," about residents of a South Carolina trailer park where yelling and raucous behavior seem to be the norm. "I think part of this has to do with the South being America's final frontier," said Cox. "It's exotic and interesting. It's not part of the urban, industrial world."
Rather than being offended, participants on many of the shows are wearing their redneck labels as a badge of honor. Or, as Honey Boo Boo declared in one episode, "You better redneck-ognize!" — a phrase snatched up by T-shirt makers.


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Results tagged "2013 track and field"
In case you missed it, it was a huge weekend for some Pitt sports and individual student-athletes. None bigger than track and field star Brycen Spratling's performance at the Big East Championship meet.
Spratling set a new NCAA record in the 500 meter dash, which also sits at the third fastest time in the world at 1:00.37. Needless to say, the Pitt junior was named the Male Track Most Outstanding Performer for that record-breaking performance.
Spratling was joined by teammates Carvin Nkanata and Jonnique Lawrence, who each, respectively, won the men's and women's 200 meter dash, and Spratling, Nkanata, Oliver Philongene and Micah Murrah won the 4x400 meter relay. On Friday evening, Elizabeth Kline became the 10th Pitt student-athlete to win the pentathlon, and the first since 2005, winning three of five events (60 meter hurdles, 800 meter run, long jump).
Be sure to check back with Pitt Live Wire later in the week for a feature on Spratling, including video of his race and interviews.
Additionally this weekend, the Pitt baseball team achieved a feat that hasn't been seen in over 40 years -- they swept the Wichita State Shockers on their home field (6-4, 10-8, 11-3).
"We played very well as a team this weekend," said head coach Joe Jordano. "For us to sweep such a storied program as Wichita State is a great accomplishment but I know this team is looking forward to getting back to practice on Tuesday and preparing for our next opportunity."
Congrats to the baseball and track and field teams on their outstanding accomplishments!Hail to Pitt!


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The Experience
Effortlessly dig up all of Jordan's ancient treasures with this deluxe tour that will take you on an all-encompassing journey that will leave no stone unturned in its quest to showing you all of this mesmerising country's cultural riches in their full splendour and grandeur.
For seven days you'll be exploring this country's depth and breadth, from Amman to Jerash, passing through the Dead Sea, viewing biblical Mount Nebo and taking in the amazing city of Petra with a fully guided tour. But you'll also be exploring the vast desert, encountering authentic Bedouin tribes and getting to know some of Petra's suburbs for an even more authentic experience. There's really no better way to see all of Jordan at its best.
- Enjoy a full day visit of the "Rose Red City" of Petra - a treasure of the ancient world
- Drive along the spectacular 2000-year-old Kings Highway
- Spend a day by the Dead Sea, at over 400m below sea level the Dead Sea is a wonderful must-see sight
Included flights
UK Departure
- Departs: london
- Arrives: amman, Jordan
Return Flight
- Departs: amman, Jordan
- Arrives: london
Discover Jordan - Deluxe Tour
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- The perfect way to introduce Jordan
- Explore one of the new 7 Wonders of the World
- Includes Excursions & Activities throughout your holiday
This unforgettable 7 night tour is the perfect way to discover the Arab Kingdom of Jordan. Set on the East Bank of the River Jordan and extending into the historic region of Palestine, this area offers everything from modern entertainment in Amman to World-Class cultural and historical sites such as Petra and Jerash. Visit Aqaba and the Dead Sea to experience seaside recreation, or take in Religious attractions such as Mt. Nebo – known as the burial place of the prophet Moses – and the Mosaic city of Madaba.
Tour Highlights:
- Pella
- Um Qais
- Jerash, "the Jewel of the North"
- The Dead Sea
- The Kings Highway
- Mt. Nebo
- Kerak, the Crusader Castle
- Petra
- Al Beidha
- Wadi Rum
PLEASE NOTE That the tour is based on minimum 2 Pax on the tour.
Day 1 – Amman Airport to Amman
Fly from UK Departure point to Amman for an overnight stay.
- Overnight: Amman.
Day 2 – Pella, Um Qais to Amman
After breakfast, enjoy a full day visit to both Pella and Um Qais. Starting with Pella, you will experience one of the World's most ancient towns; a favorite of archeologists, Pella is exceptionally rich in antiquities and is home to the excavated ruins from the Greco-Roman period. Pella also offers visitors the opportunity to see the remains of the Chalcolithic settlement from the 4th millennium BC, evidence of Bronze and Iron Age walled cities, early Islamic residential quarters, Byzantine churches and a medieval mosque. Um Qais is one of the most brilliant ancient Greco-Roman cities of the Decapolis, and is set on a hilltop overlooking the Jordan Valley and the Sea of Galilee. Um Qais boasts impressive ancient remains, such as the stunning black basalt theatre, the basilica and adjacent courtyard strewn with nicely carved black sarcophagi, the colonnaded main street and a side street lined with shops, an underground mausoleum, two baths, a nymphaeum, a city gate and the faint outlines of what was once a massive hippodrome. After this visit you will drive to the hotel in Amman for an overnight stay.
- Overnight: Amman.
Day 3 – Amman, Jerash, Dead Sea to Amman
After breakfast, enjoy a full day visit to both Jerash and The Dead Sea. Jerash, 'the Jewel of the North', is one of the largest and most well-preserved sites of Roman architecture in the world outside of Italy. The ancient city of Jerash is now generally known as being one of the best-preserved Roman provincial towns in the world. Hidden for centuries in sand before being excavated and restored over the past 70 years, Jerash provides a fine example of the grand, formal provincial Roman urbanism that is found throughout the Middle East, with paved and colonnaded streets, soaring hilltop temples, magnificent theatres, spacious public squares and plazas, baths, fountains and city walls pierced by towers and gates. Continue on to the Dead Sea, one of the most spectacular natural and spiritual landscapes in the world and the lowest point on Earth. The Jordan Rift Valley is a dramatic, beautiful landscape, which at the Dead Sea, is over 400m below sea level. The Dead Sea is flanked by mountains to the east and the rolling hills of Jerusalem to the west, giving it an almost other-worldly beauty. Although sparsely populated and serenely quiet now, the area is believed to have been home to five Biblical cities: Sodom, Gomorrah, Adman, Zebouin and Zoar (Bela). Return to the hotel in Amman for an overnight stay.
- Overnight: Amman.
Day 4 - Amman, Madaba, Mount Nebo, Kerak to Petra
After breakfast, enjoy a drive along the 2000-year old Kings Highway - the ancient road mentioned in the Bible - which links prehistoric villages from the Stone Age to biblical towns. Stop at Madaba, 'The City of Mosaics', 30km south of Amman. Visit the town's main attraction, the Greek Orthodox Church of St. George where the famous 6th Century Byzantine mosaic map of the Holy Land and other biblical sites is found. Then it is on to Mt. Nebo, known as the burial place of the Prophet Moses, which offers a spectacular view of the Holy Land. Continue driving via the Kings Highway to Kerak, the magnificent Crusader Castle built in the 12th century AD, which is situated on a hilltop and surrounded by a valley on three sides. Kerak has been inhabited since at least the Iron Age, and was an important city for the Moabites. Proceed to Petra for an overnight stay.
- Overnight: Petra.
Day 5 – Petra
After breakfast, enjoy a full day visit of the "Rose Red City" of Petra - a treasure of the ancient world and recently voted as one of the Seven Wonders of the World. It is without a doubt Jordan's most valuable treasure and greatest tourist attraction. A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1985, you will begin your visit to Petra with a walk or a short horse ride through the "Siq", a 1210-meters long narrow canyon. As you reach the end of the Siq, the first and greatest monument of Petra slowly comes into view - the famous Treasury monument "Al Khazneh". Petra was built by the Arab Nabateans more than 2000 years ago, who carved their monumental tombs, palaces, temples and treasury from the desert's natural rose-colored rocks and sandstones. Allow our professional guide to walk you through the architectural and spiritual wonders of this majestic place explaining every detail, before taking an overnight stay at a hotel in Petra.
- Overnight: Petra.
Day 6 - Petra, Little Petra, Wadi Rum to Amman
After breakfast, take a short 10min drive to visit Little Petra, 'Al-Beidha', an important suburb of the City of Petra. You enter the site through a narrow gorge called Siq al-Barid - the "cold Siq" - a name which refers to the fact that the high walls prevent sunlight from entering the canyon and warming it up. The Siq is 350 meters long with three wider areas inside. Buildings were carved into the sandstone, used as residences, storages and tombs, with water channels and cisterns. In one of the buildings you can find the remains of painted frescoes with birds, grapes and flowers, dating back to the 1st century AD. Continue to Wadi Rum, Jordan's vast and echoing desert, for a 4x4 jeep ride. Stunning in its natural beauty, Wadi Rum epitomizes the romance of the desert. With its "moonscape" of ancient valleys and towering sandstone mountains rising out of the sand, Wadi Rum is also home to several Bedouin tribes who live in camps scattered throughout the area. Climbers are especially attracted to Wadi Rum because of its sheer granite and sandstone cliffs, while hikers can enjoy the vast empty spaces. Wadi Rum is probably best known for its connection with British officer T.E. Lawrence, who was based there during the Great Arab Revolt of 1917-18. Much of David Lean's Lawrence of Arabia was filmed in Wadi Rum. Return to Amman for an overnight stay.
- Overnight: Amman.
Day 7 – Amman
Enjoy a free day at leisure in Amman, including an overnight stay.
- Overnight: Amman.
Day 8 – Amman to Amman Airport
After breakfast, transfer to Q.A.I Airport with our full assistance through all airport procedures and formalities via Customs & Immigration.
This tour was superb and a private tour is fully recommended. We were met at the airport by both the travel rep who sorted out our visa and Faras our driver for the week who was amazing and we couldn't thank him enough for introducing us to a wonderful, friendly country. The itinerary was well...
Richard Sutherland reviewing Discover Jordan - Deluxe Tour (17-Oct-2016)
£1229 per person
Your holidays include:
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Nothing about the financial crisis has done more to outrage the public and fuel reform than the drumbeat of bankers' pay announcements. Pay levels at Wall Street's top 25 banks reached a record high of $135bn last year, with employees' share of revenue rising to 32.5 per cent. While shareholders may have reason to object, the real concern for regulators and taxpayers on the hook for the next bail-out is not the level of pay, or how profits are divided between employees and shareholders, but rather the risk incentives that bank pay creates.
Reports of increased use of deferred compensation are cold comfort if it is in the form of stock, because as long as government guarantees are underpriced, the value of the stock increases with the bank's risk and leverage, so employees and shareholders are aligned in their incentives to ramp up risk. The Securities and Exchange Commission has just proposed to curb risk appetite by regulating bankers' compensation directly, requiring top executives at large banks to defer at least 50 per cent of incentive pay for three years. Regulators would do better to tackle the problem at its source, by setting deposit insurance premiums and taxes on other financial groups commensurate with the level of systemic risk they generate, and taking the risk appetite out of the equity itself.
Read the full opinion editorial in the Financial Times


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Forget Daytona! The Real Action Came Here.
The names of the race winners are all in the history book. Mother Nature was reasonably cooperative. Not surprisingly, the fans and cars came in droves from throughout the United States and Canada. No one came to enjoy the sunshine, though they may have squeezed it into some pretty busy schedules. The purpose of the trip was racing, and whether it was watching or competing, the goal was accomplished.
From one side of Florida to the other, all the way into the panhandle, there was plenty of racing-related activity keeping everyone busy. The racing actually started in late January with Modifieds at East Bay Raceway Park near Tampa. For the short trackers, the checkered flag for this round came at Volusia Speedway Park and New Smyrna Speedway on Saturday night, February 15. The rains came the next day to plague Daytona, but the short tracks saw only one night of their ambitious schedule washed away. Those who came to see racing likely got their money's worth.
Now, the stage is set for the 2003 season. Before we get on to the weekly business, let's look at some of the elements that made the racing great.
First-Time Traveler
He watched the Modifieds and Late Models last year, but this year, he brought a car to compete. Stratford, Wisconsin, racer Troy Kuyoth was in the East Bay pit area for competition in the Renegade DirtCar Racing Series and the Xtreme DirtCar Series with designs on running for Rookie of the Year honors in the XDC Series. His travels can be summed up as "$1,200 in fuel," but the experience was valuable to Kuyoth.
"We left early and stopped at Oglethorpe (Raceway Park in Georgia) to make sure the car was right," said Kuyoth. "We found a few things to work on before East Bay and went through the car again."
The first night, Kuyoth was among dozens of drivers to face repair work. A number of factors led to numerous on-track incidents. "I hate tearing up new equipment," lamented Kuyoth. "The track was slimy, and one lane and we kinda got pushed into something. Fortunately, it was just tin, but it looked bad. We were way tight until Wednesday."
It took a few days for Kuyoth to get the hang of East Bay. As a first-time visitor to the track, the learning curve was pretty steep. He utilized just one crew member, so the hill was even higher. "We had to scramble all week," he added. "We didn't know how free to make the car. The track surface is not close to anything we've raced on. There was no side bite, but too much forward bite. You could wash the front end out and head straight for the wall. We're on different tires and a different surface coming here."
The former WISSOTA Modified champion has been racing Late Models for just a few years and not full time. His commitment is to stay with the Xtreme Series as long as the money holds out. There are plans to run some WISSOTA Modified races as well.
For the week, Kuyoth did have a bright spot. It came with the running of the third Renegade event on Friday night. Kuyoth qualified in the Top 20, but had some problems in the heat, which relegated him to the B feature. In that race, he won the event, earning his first A main start of the week. After starting 20th, an ill-handling car relegated him to a 24th-place payout.
"We learned about tires," he said, summarizing the experience. "We learned what to do and what not to do to the chassis. If we decide to do this next year, we'll know a lot more than we knew this year. At the end, the car was driveable. I passed maybe 12 cars in a race on Wednesday night. The engine we had had maybe 600-700 laps on it, but we saved the good one for the series. This was good seat time."
Troy Kuyoth is a good representation of a first-time Speedweeks experience. Few come to set the place on fire. The idea is to get experience, learn about the car, and yourself. For many, it will be weeks before they get into a car again. After all, when you're racing in Florida in February, it's likely below zero back home. Speedweeks becomes a springboard to the year ahead. When Kuyoth and many others get to their next race, they already have a half dozen starts under their belts.
It's like getting a head start that's perfectly legal.
The New Guys
Volusia promoter Dick Murphy and New Smyrna head Robert Hart have been through these Speedweeks drills before. They know the ups and downs of running so many consecutive nights with fickle weather, sporadic fans, and grudges between drivers carrying over from the year before. Each Speedweeks has its own quirks and personalities, but the experienced promoter knows what he has put himself in line to get.
The new promoters of East Bay Raceway Park, a company called 2VHL, were facing their first Speedweeks in 2003. After taking over the track on September 11, 2002, the group had less than five months to have track improvements, racing, and all the logistics in place for the showcase event at the facility.
It's a piece of cake, if you look at the results and not the task itself. The track was ready for the Modifieds in late January, and the momentum carried all the way through until the final green flag on February 15. With little breathing room, it was on to the track's long regular season.
Track promoter Al Varnadore knew before he started that it took people to get the job done. "It was a lot of fun," he said, reflecting on the Speedweeks experience. "It was hectic, very hectic, but having people work with us made it better. Everybody on the staff did what they were supposed to do. I couldn't have asked for it to go better."
For Varnadore, the preparation time for the upcoming event was not the time to get nervous. "When I was driving and first went out, I didn't have any nerves. When it came time for the heat, I couldn't find the clutch my leg was shaking so bad. I get the nerves afterwards, but with the people we were working with, it worked out like it was meant to be."
From the safe vantage point of after the fact, Varnadore looked back and marveled at all the things that could have gone wrong, but didn't. But the time still wasn't without incident. At the Late Model finale, a frontstretch accident almost wiped out the flagstand. The race did not continue until Varnadore was sure the location was safe.
To run that many programs on a racing surface is asking a lot. Competitors demand top-notch preparation. East Bay prepared for Speedweeks by bringing in new clay. "Eddie Cox does the preparation," said Varnadore. "Sometimes, we missed it a little bit, but not by much. We learned early there are two things that affect the track: the wind and the tides. If the wind is coming from the south, it'll dry the track out. There's a cooler wind coming from the north. Being as close as we are to the water, the tides affect it. We had water coming up through the track because of the tides.
"We weren't really sure how the track would do with a new surface and the rains we had in December. All in all, it held up well. We had five different winners in five nights and some of the fast qualifiers came early in the session." All the improvements did not go unnoticed as long-time visitors could see the changes. The removal of the inside wall encouraged three-wide racing and the competitors complied. A resurgence of competition was felt as drivers dug deep into the bags of tricks to come up with a combination to tackle a historically tricky circuit. Passing was plentiful for the most part and the crowds were high.
The 2003 event served to set the stage for the East Bay racing season, but the idea that the track is moving forward was very obvious to anyone in attendance at a Speedweeks presentation. The new guys did well.
Delaware Double-File Restart
One of the new concepts in Late Model racing is the use of the Delaware double-file restart at East Bay. It created its share of havoc on the first night of Speedweeks action. Track and series officials amended it to eliminate its use in the heat races and order was somewhat restored.
With an eye on creating exciting racing, the Delaware double-file restart is likely a fixture for our future. Here's how it works: When a caution is displayed, the field will parade until given a signal to line up. The leader will pull out and the rest of the field will line up side by side, meaning the leader has no one on either side of him. The second-place car will choose either a high or low line with the third-place car taking the vacant position beside the second-place car. The same drill continues with the fourth- and fifth-place cars, then back to the next cars as the field fills up. Once everyone is in place, the green will fly.
The idea is to encourage more side-by-side racing and eliminate the freight-train restarts. Unfortunately, some drivers had little to no experience with the idea on the first night. Further, the track may have been a little on the wet side. The combination of inexperience (drivers not accustomed to having someone beside them at the start) and the wetness led to many pile-ups in Turn 1 after restarts during heat races. An estimated 60 percent of the field suffered some damage from bent sheetmetal to bent suspension parts. The decision to reduce the number of Delaware double-file restarts on future nights of racing cut down the on-track attrition.


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Sacramentum Caritatis (Latin)
by Benedict XVI•
Libreria Editrice Vaticana 2007
The Apostolic Constitutions and Exhortations of John Paul II and Benedict XVI (51 vols.) contains the most important writings of the two pontiffs, next to their encyclical letters. The papal office holds the highest teaching authority in the Catholic Church, and the popes realize this office through a number of channels and through the promulgation of a variety of documents. The most famous of these are the papal encyclical letters, which express the pope's mind normally on matters of faith and morals. Apostolic exhortations often concern similar topics but do not define doctrine and are normally directed at encouraging certain groups within the Church to certain activities. In recent decades apostolic exhortations have most often been issued at the conclusion of synods of bishops and have served as the popes' summations and interpretations of those synods' conclusions. Apostolic constitutions, however, are more juridical in nature. They are formal papal decrees and carry the highest authority. Apostolic constitutions can deal with the structure of the Church, but also the liturgy, pastoral, or dogmatic concerns. Together with encyclicals, apostolic exhortations and constitutions are the most important documents produced by the Holy See, touching all matters of ecclesiastical government and doctrine.


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by Tom Utescher
For the second time this season, the men's soccer team at Chestnut Hill College has not only knocked off a conference rival it had never defeated before, but has done it by shutout.
A first-half goal by freshman Nils Fussen and an insurance score by senior Mushe Wamulume netted the Griffins a 2-0 victory over New York's Dominican College, raising their record to 3-1-1 within the Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference, and 4-3-1 overall. Just four days earlier, CHC had broken a string of setbacks against another CACC foe, Wilmington University, whipping the Wildcats, 3-0.
CHC head coach Keith Cappo pointed out that Dominican has appeared in the NCAA Division II regional rankings this fall, and that two previous CHC shut-out victims, Wilmington and Post University, were nationally ranked when the Griffins played them. Freshman goalie James Jackson also has a fourth whitewash to his credit, a 1-0 win over California Pa. in Chestnut Hill's 2013 home opener.
"He's earned the respect of his teammates with how hard he trains," Cappo said, "and that feeds into the guys believing in him and playing strong in front of him.
"Our two center backs, Ross Garabedian and Brooks Mirabella, have been outstanding," the coach continued. "I've always thought this team could play well defensively; we just have a lot of guys who are committed to doing that."
On offense, senior Darryl Richardson, Jr. had CHC's first really threatening shot in Saturday's game, firing a ball that was tipped wide of the far post by Dominican keeper Andres Ruiz (who, like Jackson, had five saves in the game). A dozen minutes in, the Chargers sent a ball right across the mouth of the Griffins' goal, but they didn't have anyone on the weak side in position to score.
With around 11 minutes left in the opening period, Chestnut Hill had opportunities on two corner kicks, and wasn't able to get off a quality shot either time. A little later, the visitors' Ruiz displayed quick reflexes as he corralled a ball that CHC sophomore Dom Pernice headed down near his feet from relatively close range.
The Griffins chalked up what became the game-winning goal with 4:51 remaining in the half. On a free kick from out past the 18, sophomore Tristan Johns put the ball in play and cleared Dominican's defensive wall, and Fussen, the freshman, applied his foot about seven yards away from the cage to beat Ruiz.
For the start of the second period, CHC's Cappo related, "We knew they were going to come out strong, and we were able to weather that storm."
In the early minutes Dominican drilled one shot wide left on a transition run into the box, and hit another ball over the crossbar a little later. Some 16 minutes in, Jackson came out of the Griffins' cage to make a sliding grab on a loose ball before the Chargers could catch up to it.
Having repulsed the initial assaults by the visitors, CHC took the ball up into the offensive half more and more often.
Cappo revealed, "In situations where we have a lead and the other team starts to push guys forward, I think we've gotten better at staying composed and then seeing opportunities where we can attack also, instead of retreating back into a shell."
On a well disciplined, multi-player attack, the Griffins brought the ball into the box on the left side and junior Juan Amaya prodded it along on its path towards the goal.
Making a parallel run through the middle, Wamulume finished the play, moving the hosts ahead 2-1 with 15:28 left to play.
After that, Dominican appeared listless; the Chargers' efforts simply to avoid a shutout seemed halfhearted. CHC's Fussen, among other players for the home side, launched several strong shots down the stretch, and the final tally could easily have been 3-0, or worse.
The Griffins' performance showed Cappo, "We're starting to play more consistently, and a lot of that is the result of the guys keeping their focus and working hard in games and in practice."


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Two Senators have concluded that it's too easy to buy airline pilots' uniforms. They want the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee and the Transportation Security Administration ""to investigate why uniforms are so readily available.""
Senators Richard J. Durbin (D-Ill.) and Barack Obama (also D-Ill.) claim that airport security is lax for people who look like airline crewmembers which, they wrote to TSA chief David M. Stone, ""could lead to devastating consequences."" They want the TSA to issue a federal alert about the possibility of terrorists posing as pilots — not exactly a new idea.
And what so alarmed these senators to suspect people in airline uniforms? They were scared by ""research"" by a Chicago television reporter, who learned that airline uniforms can be bought — from catalogues, no less — without showing airline identification.
Nothing was mentioned about phony ID, or all that military gear available from Sunny's Surplus, nor do the senators propose placing global restrictions on access to tailors, fabric or sewing needles — yet.


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Litepanels MicroPro LED Hotshoe Light
Litepanels MicroPro LED Hotshoe Light is a simple, easy-to-use LED light that mounts to your hot shoe and is powered for approximately 1.5 hours on 6 AA batteries. The head is tiltable and the light is dimmable. This light measures only 5.5" on the longest side and is ideal for events, accent lighting on small items, parties, and providing fill for quick, environmental interviews.
Rental Includes:
• LED Light
• 1/4 CTO Filter
• Full CTO Filter
• Diffusions Filter
• Micro Ball Head Shoe Mount
There are no notes for this product.
• Light Source: LED
• Max Power: Approximately 1100 lx at 2'
• Flash Duration: Continuous
• Temperature: 5600K
• Power Consumption: 9W
• Operating Voltage: 6V DC from 6 AA Batteries (Not Included), 5-12V AC from AC Power Adapter (Not Included)
• Controls: Dimming
• Ports: Optional AC (Adapter Not Included), Optional DC for Lithium Batteries (Plate Not Included)
• Weight: 10.5 oz
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Has it really already been more than 2 weeks since I became a Revolutionary?
On May 19th I turned up at 7am at Peruvian Wharf, terrified, with no frame of reference whatsoever for what I was about to do/fail to do. The furthest training ride I had done so far was 55 miles so doing 100 miles one day, camping and then doing another 85 the next seemed like rather a big ask. I was also incredibly interested to see how Threshold organised such an event as obviously I will be doing 9 days with them in September (Deloitte RAB 2012 - in case I let any of you forget!) so it was good to get a taster of what was to come, how it all worked, did it work for me??
I was greeted with huge smiles and good luck wishes by the organising team, given my rider number and colour coding for luggage and tent purposes. There was food and of course drinking water stations to fill up. Bikeworks (an excellent organisation that gives people from disadvantaged backgrounds the opportunity to gain skills and employment in the cycling industry) were also there to help you with any last minute maintenance. So, lycra-ed up and ready to roll, I met up with a few fellow Deloitte RABers and joined the queue to start. Cycle training guru Andy Cook was there to brief each group as they left and it was great to see Threshold co-founders Julian Mack and James Cracknell there cheering us on our way. They were both gamely and supportively joining us on the ride later (and still managing to finish before most of us) James with a broken metatarsal from running the London Marathon - is there no stopping that man?
The day began slightly frantically on the A13, but it soon opened out onto beautiful peaceful countryside and we wended our way north and then west on our great revolution of London. We were to take in the Chilterns, Epping Forest and the North Downs, ride Olympic courses such as Herne Hill Velodrome and Box Hill and ride past iconic landmarks such as the Millennium Dome and Tower Bridge. Everyone spread out taking their own pace and before we knew it we were at the first pitstop. Refuelled with a mix of scrummy flapjacks, bananas and all the SiS energy loading products you could possible ingest, we were off like rockets on the next leg!
Despite there being around 1400 people on each days ride, I managed to spend much of the first day cycling on my own. I really thought this would be a psychological downer for me but in reality I enjoyed the peace interspersed with little chats as people passed or (not so often) I passed others. I am in the camp who prefers not to know the route: I would rather not know that at mile 175 I will have to cycle up a vertical slope which may finish me off, I would much rather just arrive at the bottom and just get on with it having not dreaded it for the previous 174 miles. This, unfortunately, results in me not having a clue where I am going.....luckily the route was incredibly well signposted and I didn't have to worry about a thing.
Much more countryside and villages and beautiful scenery but another of the highlights of the afternoon were packets of pre-buttered Soreen malt loaf at the pitstop! Although I had a couple of moments of pain or tiredness, after a munch on some brownie or energy bar they didn't last long and just as I was beginning to flag a little, Windsor race course appeared and we rode in to cheering friends and organisers. Wow, I made it! And still in one piece!
Fairly exhausted, I hung my bike in the green racks, picked up my bag from the green truck, collected my airbed and stumbled slightly Bridget Jones like to my little green tent in the rows of little green tents which had already been pitched by the team. Next stop stretches, hot shower, massage (yes really) and then a huge delicious supper followed by drinks in the bar while watching the football or a showing of 'Cool Runnings' on the big screen outside. Brilliantly (very importantly for me) all while your mobile phone charges on the specially erected charging points, Threshold really had thought of everything! Unsurprisingly, I didn't last much past 10 before I crawled in to my sleeping bag and crashed out.
I slept reasonably well, despite having a snorer next door and a couple of guys who thought it was ok to be chatting loudly on their mobiles after 11....er no thank you. Ear plugs are a must when you are sleeping 2 or 3 feet from quite a few exhausted and well fed riders. I am told by a fellow (surfing) RABer, that blu tack is the best..... it apparently moulds perfectly to your ear and you can't hear a thing - I probably need to write one of those 'at your own risk' clauses here....
After a huge breakfast and having packed up, filled up my water etc, I joined some friends of mine, 3 guys known affectionately as 'The Dream Team' to ride the next 85 miles. Today included Box Hill and quite a few were slightly wary of that part of the route but, having been resurfaced for the upcoming Olympics, it was smooth and steady and as we sat smugly at the top, munching on our sausage rolls, thinking the worst was over, we couldn't have been more wrong. During the last 30 miles of sporadic but really quite steep hills, I was incredibly thankful that I was not on my own. 'The Dream Team' military formation and rotation system of everyone 5 mins at the front allowed for a bit of free-wheeling recovery in between hills and obviously a huge amount of encouragement and back patting as we finally made our way out of the beautiful countryside and back in to London. A lap of the Herne Hill Velodrome was also a highlight. An extremely strange sensation as you cycle across a steep slope where visually it looks as though the ground on the inside of the track might drop away from you at anytime whilst it feels physically like you are riding on the flat; truly bizarre for a first timer but an amazing experience.
The last few miles were an interesting tussle with the traffic but the ride over Tower Bridge was worth it and after just a few more miles we arrived back at Peruvian Wharf to much applause, excitement and goody bags! Wow! To be honest, I was in shock; I simply couldn't believe I'd managed to complete it. 185 miles? Just goes to show what you are physically capable of when you put your mind to it or perhaps more accurately in my case, dont think too much about it! It also helps enormously to be so well supported and on occasion distracted (usually by the sticky cleated antics of the aforementioned 'Dream Team'! Threshold's motto (I may have mentioned before) is 'More is in you' and for the first time I am beginning to believe it. Psychologically, the London Revolution was a huge step forward for me, it showed how much further I was capable of going than I thought and that I could get up and ride 2 long days in a row (now I just have to get that up to 9).
Huge thanks go to Threshold Sports and Andy Cook Cycling - the team are wonderfully encouraging and supportive, always have smiles on their faces and the event was so well organised it was an altogether awesome weekend. The inconceivable has happened firstly I have become a Revolutionary and I have the wristband to prove it! Secondly, I am now actually far less terrified of the RAB and I may even be beginning to look forward to joining them in September! London Revolution 2013 is now up for grabs so get in there and if you are feeling really psyched up, there are just 30 places left on the 2012 Deloitte Ride Across Britain.....Come on, you know you want to!


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NEW ORLEANS -- There is another sad roadside memorial set up in New Orleans. This one, at Sullen Place and General Meyer Avenue in Algiers, marking the spot where a young pregnant woman lost her life.
According to police, Wednesday around 8:45 p.m., the victim was struck by gunshots and run over by a vehicle.
Friends of the victim identified her as Raven Veal, 22, from Algiers. They said Veal and her unborn baby's father were arguing in the car.
A family member said he tossed Veal's 3-year-old girl out of the vehicle and when Veal went to check on the child, the suspect hit Veal with the vehicle, rolled over her a second time, then shot her 4 to 5 times.
NOPD confirms woman murdered at Gen. Meyer and Sullen was pregnant. NOPD says she was stuck by bullets and run over. pic.twitter.com/UOXIYpMk2M— Paul Murphy (@PMurphyWWL) November 10, 2016
Police said the child was treated for minor injuries related to the incident.
"All I saw was the little car speeding off that way," a man who did not want to be identified said. The man added Veal died in the driveway of the house next door.
"If you can't get along, get on," he said. "You go one way, let her go another way. You ain't got to beat her up or run over her or nothing like that, shoot her."
RELATED: Pregnant woman shot multiple times, run over by car in Algiers
Neighbor Keith Robert said the woman pleaded for her life.
"There was loud pleas of help from her that started maybe over there and kept getting stronger, stronger," Robert said.
Judging from the blood splatter on the street, it appears the fatal confrontation started closer to Patterson, which is the levee road and ended up about a half a block away, near Sullen and General Meyer.
Another sad roadside memorial for a woman killed in Algiers. The murder happened last night at Gen. Meyer & Sullen. pic.twitter.com/OcoAIVIrBe— Paul Murphy (@PMurphyWWL) November 10, 2016
Algiers neighbor Labaron Simmons said he put stuffed animals at the scene to make sure people know this is where an innocent woman died.
"Everybody needs to pray for her family and hope that things get better in this world," Simmons said. "I was just thinking that we need to stop the violence. It's senseless."
Police report they recovered the vehicle used to run-down Veal. They have not identified the suspect in this case.
Earlier this week, a family of three in Jefferson Parish were murdered in their home before being set on fire. Parishes deputies reported the crime was likely domestic in nature. The daughter in the family was pregnant at the time of her death, and the lead suspect in the case is believed to be the father.


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Rsheff7 needed a new print or packaging design and created a contest on 99designs.
A winner was selected from 56 designs submitted by 12 freelance designers.
RTS Educational Services
We are a K-12 educational consulting and publishing company. We seek to provide parent education and professional development services in urban and low income communities.
This project is a parental education resource for schools to purchase and distribute to their parents. It contains 8 strategies to help parents support their children's learning.
Audience 1: School Principals and School District Administrators who will purchase book.
Audience 2: Parents of school aged children who will read book
Book Size: 5.5 x 8.5
Book Title: Ready For Success
Subtitle: Parenting Strategies for Academic Excellence
Authors: Robert and Tamara Sheffield
Theme: Parent/child-friendly, inviting, energetic, school related
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Silhouettes OK - need ethnic diversity if included
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Back Cover: Would like to see prototypes of back cover copy. Will provide actual copy to contest winner.


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Noah Solid Oak Wood Dining Table
The Stockroom Noah Solid natural oak wood dining table is a stunning modern design that will provide a convenient and comfortable dining solution. Expertly crafted, the Stockroom Noah Solid oak wood dining table is passionately finished in a glorious natural oak. Boasting a fabulous rectangular structure, the oak wood dining table offers the perfect surface for dining and entertaining dinner guests. Designed for ultimate comfort and practicality which would look great in the family kitchen or dining room.
Ensuring support and stability for the Stockroom Noah natural oak wood dining table are 4 strong natural oak finished legs. These continue the elegant, smooth appearance of the Stockroom dining table and enhance durability for a lasting impression.
A classic contemporary design, the table is receptive to many different decor styles thanks to it's easy but elegant design. Matching chair is also available for purchase.
We recommend the Eames DSW Chair to match with this dining table:
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