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attraction and expectation.
Sitting in Court Street Grocers today, a turkey club the size of my face on the table before me, I kicked Kim under the table.
Kim and I have the same taste in men.
Taste: a personal preference or liking.
She looked up from her sandwich to me to then where my eyes were glued. He was tall with dark hair and a full salt and pepper beard.
We've gotten good at alerting one another when we find a man attractive. Gentle nods of the head, not so subtle elbows into ribs, and from there the two of us mostly just stare.
There are subtle discrepancies here and there--where she loves an Italian, I'll lean toward the Spaniard, but often we find ourselves stealing glances in the same direction and groaning as two grown women sometimes do when reduced to little more than hormones and awe by a good looking man.
When the full-bearded-man with his rolled jeans and broad shoulders finally left our viewing area leaving us to the sandwiches at hand, I asked Kim, Do you ever think we've had that effect on a man?
Attraction: the act or capability of attracting // the gravitational force exerted by one body on another.
On the subway tonight I began to think about attraction--about what it is I'm most attracted to and if that thing--that unnamable thing can in fact be named and conjured and spoken aloud.
And then I began to think about how if I attempted to write (or okay, let's call a spade a spade, blog) about attraction than Anonymous would be sure to skewer me because heaven forbid a woman knows what she wants--physically or otherwise. So we can then add knowing-what-we-want to the list of things women are not encouraged to do, which I'm pretty sure also includes aging-gracefully and the-right-to-vote (which this last one I thought we took care of in 1920 but I came across a tweet today which led to a blog and apparently it's a thing again) and can we then take a minute to talk about how it's women that are holding each other back? How each and every last one of us does not proudly admit to being a feminist is simply beyond me. I am a feminist. This does not mean I burn bras. This does not mean I hate men. This means I think women have a voice and an unparalleled strength and a unique set of gifts. Women have birthed empires. And if you try to use religion on me and start talking about your god versus my god and how it's the Lord's will that women submit to a male authority then I will simply lose my shit. I mean, I will. I will lose my shit right here, right now, right over all that's to follow. Because the whole your god, my god thing is enough to make me end the conversation right then and there--it's entitled and possessive and wholly small in a way that seems so very against the spirit of things.
Hmmm. Okay. So... I seem to have gotten off topic.
Derailed: to have left the rails.
I went on a date with a guy recently. A lovely guy. Charming and kind. A guy that my girlfriends were convinced would surprise me and sweep me off my feet in a slow moving kind of way. But a guy that I knew after the first date was not the guy for me.
But why everyone asked. And I groped in that language-less land.
Because. Because, because. Because I just know.
But how do you know?
To Tom I said, because I didn't feel safe and protected with him. And Tom, bless him, knowing when to press and when to simply listen, said, if he wasn't able to convey that within the first date then he probably wouldn't have ever.
Which is not to say that he was a man who could not convey that for many another woman--he most certainly was and will--of that I am sure.
Feeling: an awareness or impression.
Sitting next to him at the bar I was aware of his body. Of how I felt it no further than an inch beyond him. And how there have been men in my life I've felt the force and wind of from across the room. Their scope penetrating me in an altogether different way. Attraction. A meeting of small force fields. Some aware of others, some not. Some compatible, some not.
I struggled for weeks to tell him why we weren't a match. And in the end I was not terribly honest and not terribly courageous and I became a very small and ugly version of myself as I tried to push him away.
There just wasn't a spark, Tom said a few days after my fumbled attempt. Where you with that word when I needed it? I replied.
Spark: a quality or feeling with latent potential; a seed or germ.
Spark. It is either there. Or it isn't.
I want to feel enveloped by a man. I want to feel absolutely challenged. Valued for my size and femininity and flagrant feminism. And yes, I want him to have moved past the roommate-stage of life, the constantly-high-stage of life, the video-games-till-two-in-the-morning-every.single.night. stage of life. I want a real, gown-up Man--the capital M kind of man. And I will not apologize for that. I want a man prepared for a life with someone else. Prepared to fight and compromise and sweat till the sun does rise. I want him to know his worth and respect me for mine. And you know what? At twenty-seven I feel like these are things I have the right to want, and to say I want. Because I'm coming to the table as a more fully formed person. Because I grew up by myself, without a partner. Because I've been on a lot of bad dates and gone out with a lot of wrong men and moved past the sort of heartbreak that threatens a forever-sort-of-haunt. And so yes, I have certain expectations of myself at this age and of a partner at this age. Moving forward I have certain expectations. To not have them would be immature and irresponsible.
I might fall in love with a man who is none of the things I say I want. Who is so very much not what I ever expected. But I'm more skeptical of this now, as I age and know myself better. Details may change--where he's from and what he does and if he actually has that much coveted salt and pepper beard--but the core of a man who knows himself is a constant sort of thing.
This desire for a man and the specifics of this desire--of two people meeting and jointing together in a union where neither person loses himself in the other--well it feels like the best sort of attraction.
A feminist's dream.
47 comments:
- emilia. said...
hallelujah. thank you.
- Tuesday, November 13, 2012
- Alice said...
Thank you for this post. As a single 26-year-old some people have said I'm too fussy, but I still believe it's important to know what you want and what you won't settle for.
- Tuesday, November 13, 2012
- Kerry said...
this part: "And yes, I want him to have moved past the roommate-stage of life, the constantly high-stage of life, the video-games-till-two-in-the-morning-every.single.night. stage of life. I want a real, gown-up Man--the capital M kind of man. And I will not apologize for that. I want a man prepared for a life with someone else." that part had me sit up straight, throw my hands up and exclaim 'yes!'. the whole paragraph - the whole piece, really - but that part. every day i want this, every day he remains a boy in his twenties in new york city. but the glimpse of the great man underneath? beauty like i've never known. thank you for this one, meg! love, a voting, swearing, independent, vocal, god loving feminist.
- Tuesday, November 13, 2012
- kara lynn said...
I sure loved this post dear meg. Ah I see it too and I so agree. A man. So wonderful what that word truly entails.
- Tuesday, November 13, 2012
- look a little closer said...
Wow. So, so good! Loved the part about religion. It's always made me crazy to think that women are supposed to be subservient to men. I once went to a church where the wife of the pastor stood at the pew while he talked about her subservience. It was absurd. Here's to women and life. And to when the spark, feeling, attraction, speeds of communication, operating systems, dreams, and fun all roll up into one awesome thing for you. ;) Here's to love.
- Tuesday, November 13, 2012
- Kelle said...
brilliant as usual, meg. guys who are good on paper are hard to let down, because it's not usually anything they've done wrong. but you have to wait for the spark. it's gotta be worth it.
- Tuesday, November 13, 2012
You sound very tormented. re the 'knowing' part, yes I agree with you. You will know. deep down you either feel it or you don't. Re the wanting to be made to feel 'safe and protected' - perhaps you happen to be a very strong individual who will take much more to make you feel protected and safe. Had you been more vulnerable, you might have felt safe/protected much more easily.??
- Tuesday, November 13, 2012
- Malin said...
God (or maybe not God... Djeez?) this is so damn recognizable. Either there's a spark or there's not. You'd better not settle for somebody if that spark is missing. Cos almighty, if it's not there in an instant, it will never be. Good luck dating :)
- Tuesday, November 13, 2012
- communikate. said...
I read that tweet that led to that blog yesterday as well. I was blown away by it too. Your thoughts in that matter sum up mine as well.
As for the rest of it? You are wonderful. And I love salt n pepper tall dark and handsome type too (hello, George Clooney ten years ago).
- Tuesday, November 13, 2012
- communikate. said...
I read that tweet that led to that blog yesterday as well. I was blown away by it too. Your thoughts in that matter sum up mine as well.
As for the rest of it? You are wonderful. And I love salt n pepper tall dark and handsome type too (hello, George Clooney ten years ago).
- Tuesday, November 13, 2012
- jena said...
- Tuesday, November 13, 2012
- Emily Lauren said...
i can hardly convey to you how much your words relate. i wish i was where you are so that we could get a cup of coffee and just talk about all of the honest things in our lives. no bullshit, just quality conversation. i feel like i could do that with you. if ever you're in houston or austin...
- Tuesday, November 13, 2012
- Stephanie said...
Hi Meg, was thinking of you and your texts the other day when I came across those two articles about being 27 (an age we share) and now it fits your post as well!
... really feel affectionate towards this year after reading them ;)
- Tuesday, November 13, 2012
- heisschic said...
love, LOVE this.
- Tuesday, November 13, 2012
Please, please, PLEASE- write a book. PLEASE.
- Tuesday, November 13, 2012
- Heather said...
"Prepared to fight and compromise and sweat till the sun does rise."
love it!
- Tuesday, November 13, 2012
love this!
- Tuesday, November 13, 2012
- Katie said...
Oh, you are so right. Knowing what we want is the most essential thing of all. When we don't know what we want we wind up *learning* what we don't want. That is sloppy, heartbreaking, and ugly (albeit oftentimes necessary). Learning what we do want, knowing what we do want, those things are imperative.
- Tuesday, November 13, 2012
- Amanda Blair said...
You always nail it. I am printing out this post to put in my journal because it so beautifully describes the things I am so discovering as well.
- Tuesday, November 13, 2012
- Tana said...
Preach girl! This is amazing. I am blown away by your description of what you want - I couldn't have said it better myself and I have tried.
- Tuesday, November 13, 2012
Amen. I subscribe to this same brand of feminism and, believe it or not, it's my religion that got me there. But we won't talk about religion, we'll just talk about women's voices and breadth of experience and their value!
- Tuesday, November 13, 2012
- Suzanna said...
I really love the voice that you have grown into. Good writing.
- Tuesday, November 13, 2012
- mary kate said...
That paragraph about wanting to be enveloped by a man. So so perfect!
- Tuesday, November 13, 2012
- Rryan said...
I love this blog, this post and your writing. I feel like you give words to feelings I have had lately. Love it!
- Tuesday, November 13, 2012
- Shawnee said...
yes. yes to it all. i was just talking to a few friends/roommates about men.. and it's because we're different and i want different things out of life than them, but some just don't understand. feminism. and wanting a MAN. i agree with an above comment - write a book? i'd buy it. this is why i read your words.. brilliant. thank you thank you.
- Tuesday, November 13, 2012
- Katie said...
Hi Meg. I recently found your blog through Motley Mama Kate's (so I know exactly to which blog post you are referring and I have to say you articulated much of my outrage in an eloquent and sensible way, so thank you for that). You are a wonderful writer and your blog is a gem. Thank you.
- Tuesday, November 13, 2012
- Sierra said...
"I want to feel enveloped by a man. I want to feel absolutely challenged."
Amen to this, sister. Amen to all of it.
Oh, Just Living the Dream
- Tuesday, November 13, 2012
- Chantel said...
Wow. wow wow wow. I don't think I have ever heard anything so perfectly applicable to my life. Honestly, I want to hug you. Or just be your friend. Your thoughts and expectations are RIGHT on! I've never heard it stated so perfectly and exquisitely. We SHOULD want to feel challenged and enveloped by a man. Thank you for this. Your mind is brilliant.
- Tuesday, November 13, 2012
- ~BB~ said...
ugh, Meg. You with the words. So seemingly easily and effortlessly putting into words things I feel and have felt but couldn't find the words to say myself. Beautiful. Simply beautiful.
"...moved past the sort of heartbreak that threatens a forever-sort-of-haunt"
Isn't that a wonderful place to be? To me, it speaks of incredible personal strength and confidence. Love those words so much.
- Tuesday, November 13, 2012
- casey ann said...
this is lovely meg. it always shocks me that one of the most common sayings about expectation is to have none, less you find yourself disappointed. and that is so sad!
to me, there is so much wisdom in believing for something that's not in front of you at the moment..or faith wouldn't exist. yes, there's a reality to all things. but how hopelessly depressing would life be if we didn't write those letters to future husbands (or if you didn't let us read them!)...what would our world look like without dreamers?
in my opinion, dreamers will continually propel the all the non-dreamers into a realm of hope, a state of looking-forwardness that everybody else can't seem to grasp so freely (seemingly).
that dreamer—although not just *ending up* as a dreamer—is the one with a confident sparkle in their eye, who perpetually sees that which is not yet in front of them, a pioneer of sorts who's realm of hope extends beyond the rest of us, and they will never be disappointed. dreaming is not weak and it is most certainly not foolish. and we will always need—yet be highly critical of—the dreamer. and, to me, you are a dreamer dear meg...
- Tuesday, November 13, 2012
- Bethany Kemming said...
I loved this. Thank you for your beautiful words. As a follower of Christ myself, I am saddened that so many Christians have advocated this across-the-board submission. The Bible teaches that men and women are equal in Christ, and Jesus was certainly an advocate for women in his day, when they were much more devalued than now. Having expectations and desires is a great thing! Keep it up Meg.
- Tuesday, November 13, 2012
- Sonja said...
maaan i love this. you're amazing! so well put.
and i loved the rant in the middle, it made me giggle :o)
- Tuesday, November 13, 2012
Yes! This is pure perfection, Meg! I cannot tell you how much I admire this. And even more, how I agree. I cannot even count how many times I have been told to lower my expectations--be it for friendships, relationships, etc. But you are right in believing that at a certain age (or any age) it is okay to expect certain things, especially if you are also willing to be those very things. I am tired of having to explain myself to people who insist that I lower my standards--maturity, respect, honesty, integrity, chemistry--why shouldn't I want these things? What should I lower my expectations to? I mean, good lord, is it really too much to ask for? I think not! And I am so impressed and relieved to see that someone else feels this passionately about it because people have broken me down for it, and it's a shame. We should never settle. I can't wait to read your love story one day! It's coming!
- Tuesday, November 13, 2012
Thank you for this. Amazing.
- Tuesday, November 13, 2012
- Kate {motleymama.com} said...
- Wednesday, November 14, 2012
- ginger from the style of being said...
Yes! I worked in women's rights at the UN for ten blasted years and met very few who had any grasp on actual feminism. And then I tell my friends I want a MAN and they say a boy is better because you can mould him into whatever you want...more evidence of a screwy perception of feminism. Gah.
- Wednesday, November 14, 2012
- kmm22 said...
also single, also 27, and this completely resonated with me, especially the paragraph about what you want in a man. thank you!
- Wednesday, November 14, 2012
- meg fee said...
@ginger: moulding a boy into a man?! could anything possibly sound MORE EXHAUSTING? also what a terrible thing to wake up in 20 years and find you hate the very think you created. blah.
- Wednesday, November 14, 2012
- Caroline said...
Yes. And yes and yes and yes. I'm still learning what I want. I took 4 years of marriage and divorce. It's taken nearly a year of another mistaken relationship to narrow it down further. I was deceived by his age, but he still seems to think he's in college. I've also learned that after a certain age, you really need to move away from college towns. Move back in middle age if you so choose, but I'm starting to think it stunts your growth.
- Wednesday, November 14, 2012
I have to say, I am not yet 18 and this is still exactly what I want.
Maybe the boys I know can sense this and it's why I don't currently have a boyfriend... And while I may be frustrated with that fact, I shall never never never compromise on the fact that I do want a good Man.
Thank you for being a like-minded soul. Meg, you are such a wonderful voice to hear, especially as a not-yet-adult.
- Wednesday, November 14, 2012
- kate said...
I found my way to that blog you mentioned and wow, I didn't even know there people out there that still thought this way.
I can't even imagine. Truly, I can't, particularly concerning abusive relationships. Makes me ill. It's one of those times that I wish I hadn't learned about a particular "school of thought." It's so hard to comprehend.
- Thursday, November 15, 2012
- Sarah Tucker said...
well i've got chills from head to toe. so beautiful, as always. and i just nod my head, and know you'll find that sort of Man. They exist. and i'm crossing my fingers and saying a prayer he comes quick to your side. sweeeeps you up, fights for you, protects you, values you, and makes you feel like the beautiful woman you are.
and i want to punch this anonymous in the face. if you find her, she's got a knuckle sandwich coming for her.
- Thursday, November 15, 2012
- Krys72599 said...
Your posts about your partner-to-be are my favorites and I think this one ranks up there with your very best.
I feel like a broken record when I tell my nieces and my daughter not to settle, to know what they want, who they want, and to keep on looking until they find him.
Thankfully it seems 2 of the 4 have accomplished that, and I'm hoping the other 2 do soon...
You can find that "one" and you will still have a bad day or two, or several. But the important thing is to know what the non-negotiables are, and stick to your guns.
- Friday, November 16, 2012
- Lillian said...
Dear Meg, and other readers,
I just want to let you know that such. men. do. exist.
Last month, I became engaged (after a whirlwind 6 months - so that can happen too!) to a man who is THE MANLIEST and most mature man I have ever met. No video games for him. Yale-educated, tall, and hunky, he cooks for me and reads philosophy FOR FUN. He challenges me and we have the best discussions about religion, politics, you name it. And he really, really wants children.
Guess what else? We are both 23.
I did not settle or compromise. And he was abundantly worth the wait. REAL MEN still exist, and they are not all over 60 (as I once thought).
Yours is coming, soon. Til then, keep faith.
- Saturday, November 17, 2012
- Colleen K. said...
I had a standard break up line for all those "not the one" men I met when I was in that part of my life; before I met my salt and pepper bearded whole, complete, feminist loving, manly man. I will share it. Refine it. Change it to suit your voice but never feel bad for using it when "he" is not the right one for you, no matter what anyone thinks. First, I would pick up the tab for the coffee or drink the night or day I decided that I'd decided. I would say some version of - "thank you so much for these last couple dates, days, weeks (insert whichever fits). You are an amazing or kind or thoughtful or interesting (insert whatever fits) man. I respect you and do not want to waste your time or mine by continuing to date when I know that I do not feel like this is going to go anywhere beyond where it has. You are going to make someone very happy and I do not want to keep you from her. After that depended in the guy and his response but with a little further conversation we always were able to part amicably. Just hold your position that you don't feel it. You are amazing and should never settle! Good for you for knowing yourself.
- Monday, December 17, 2012
- Rebecca said...
You are such. such. a beautiful writer. The way you can write everything we've only subconsciously thought and never put words too. This blog is like therapy without even realizing it :)
- Friday, March 01, 2013
- Scarter said...
Is it possible to have the spark and then lose it? Or, is it that the spark never existed in the first place and we only say we "lost" it to either lessen the guilt of rejecting someone or lessen the pain of being rejected? Thoughts?
- Friday, March 01, 2013


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The action came in response to a letter Mr. Jilnicki received regarding an apparent relationship between Mr. Irace, who is the attorney for the town zoning board, and an attorney who represented a client before that board.
Yesterday, Mr. Jilnicki said the matter would also be referred to the town ethics board "so they can remove any doubts or questions," and address "how we can handle it in the future."
When he received the letter, which also was sent to The Star, Mr. Jilnicki said he had asked Mr. Irace to provide an explanation. Now, he said, there would be a determination as to whether Mr. Irace should formally disclose his relationship with the other attorney, Alice Cooley, and recuse himself from matters in which she is involved. He said guidelines would be developed and implemented.
The letter was signed by Ted Wistral. It provided no contact information and a local phone book listing could not be found. In the letter, Mr. Wistral called himself a taxpayer and said he was "appalled" that there had been no disclosure of the attorneys' relationship. Earlier this year, an anonymous letter writer had said that Mr. Irace was late in renewing his legal license.
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Julien estimated that the sale could bring in $10 million to $20 million - money that Jackson could desperately use. He reportedly has been experiencing financial problems for several years, and has not performed a major concert since 2001 - four years before his acquittal on child molestation charges. He recently announced a series of concerts in London that sold out in hours.
Jackson will get any profits from the sale, minus the auction house commissions.
In court filings, Julien's Auctions said it was first contacted by Jackson's representatives about auctioning off Neverland's trove of memorabilia last July.
Darren Julien said he found the 2,500-acre property and its zoo and amusement park rides "in shambles," but jumped at the chance to salvage decades worth of art, clothing and furniture, as well as stage props and several of Jackson's awards.
He said the items were removed over several months under the supervision of Jackson's agents, and that the singer's employees were also involved in drafting press releases, approving auction catalog covers and negotiating a deal to give 5 percent of the proceeds to charity.
"Its upsetting to me," Julien said of the lawsuit.
But he said he was still intent on giving Jackson, his client, a "first-class auction."
"There will never be another artist or celebrity like Michael Jackson," Julien said. "He has the most dedicated fans of anyone we have ever worked with."
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I already have my character done I just need what pl and system we are using so I can adjust as needed. I do have plenty of books from both systems so I'm open to either though I do lean more toward 2e since I haven't done a 3e game. Also I haven't done an online game in a while so I don't have any programs but I'm willing to use anything that's free and doesn't require voice or video. Maps or anything like that is completely up to the GM. As for times right now I would say that Wednesday is out but that should be about it.
Below is the background for my character Marcus, he doesn't yet have a hero name. Mainly posted him for the potential GM but I figure everyone can use this to get an idea for the type of game, and characters, I have in mind for this. I think that covers about everything I have in mind but feel free to ask questions.
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Jordan grew up knowing he was different and by middle school his families one chance to get out of the slums. At fifteen he was well on his way with two inventions which drew a great deal of attention from two competing companies starting a bidding war for the patent.
Following the sell of his patents what started out as the best day of his life quickly became a nightmare when on the way home from celebrating with his older brother they were jumped by a gang that his brother had refused to join. Jordan would spend his sixteenth birthday in rehab his brother died soon after.
Nearing his seventeenth birthday and again strong enough to live on his own he started the process of moving his family to one of the safest parts of the city and setting up his own apparent travels overseas. Now using the assumed name Marcus ,the name of his younger brother that had died immediately after birth, he soon bought out an abandoned apartment building and remodeled it for his personal use. Using a series of fake businesses he was able to get a contractor to do most of the work but when it reached the point where someone might get suspicious he ended the job claiming the company had gone bankrupt. He then did the rest of the job with the help of his newest invention. With a new workshop and safe house he started making contacts in the community. The most important being distant relationship with the Detective who was forced to stop investigating his brothers death for reasons neither understands, the other includes a large group of local homeless and 'troubled teens' living in the area that he regularly keeps feed and clothed in exchange for information on everything going on in the area. He's also allows his most trusted contacts to set up shelters in the first to floors of the build, using this and the careful camouflage hiding his various improvements the place appears abandoned.
Using his equipment he's recently started hunting down the various gangs in the area. His primary purpose is to find out which gang attacked them and more importantly why. On a few occasions he has gone after other criminals in the area.


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"Imagining our Future Together": Young Artists' Perspectives on South Asia
"The World Bank is organizing an art show?" My neighbor seemed stunned. He has just got to know me, since I moved to India only in early September. To him I am the economist who moved to India from Washington. Quite possibly, he thinks I have come to India to try and tell the government what to do.
"Why?" He asked. I told him it was because we wanted to stimulate thinking about South Asia's common future. "Why?" he insisted. I told him many other regions in the world have discovered that a common future brings better lives to citizens than separate futures. "Aha!" he said, "you want to promote free trade". He thought he had recognized me again.
It was a most interesting conversation to me. The art show had not been my idea, but it felt very natural to me. After all, my wife is a painter and photographer, and I have therefore helped organize many art shows in the past. But this one is very different. It's a group exhibit by the winners of a competition we launched in all countries of South Asia.


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The Flight Into Egypt
Now when they had departed, behold, an angel of the Lord appeared to Joseph in a dream and said, "Rise, take the child and his mother, and flee to Egypt, and remain there till I tell you; for Herod is about to search for the child, to destroy him." And he rose and took the child and his mother by night, and departed to Egypt, and remained there until the death of Herod. This was to fulfil what the Lord had spoken by the prophet, "Out of Egypt have I called my son."
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A reader sent in this video of a Texas U6 team getting a pep talk from its coach before a game. He exhorts the Frisco Gators to push hard, be tough, and "hit 'em in the face as hard as you can." (One of his kids corrects him—"in the chest"—to nervous laughter from parents.) But before the face- or chest-hitting can commence, a team prayer that no one gets hurt.
That's American football at its most pure, isn't it? Obliterate the guy opposite you, and put your faith in God (and medical science) he's not maimed? The game is fundamentally violent, and those fundamentals are learned early in life, because let's face it: hitting people is fun. Football's no fun without the hitting, and it's not going to change. So strap your kid up and send him out there, and trust in your deity or Riddell to send him home safe.
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Nov. 18 (UPI) -- Research conducted at Duke University shows that more than half of adolescents with mental health issues receive no treatment.
Recent cases of mass shootings have brought mental illness to the fore, highlighting the need for better health services for adolescents. At present, even when adolescents receive treatment, the providers are rarely mental health specialists.
"It's still the case in this country that people don't take psychiatric conditions as seriously as they should," said E. Jane Costello, a Duke University professor. "This, despite the fact that these conditions are linked to a whole host of other problems."
The study, which surveyed 10,000 teenagers, said that adolescents did not fare well because the care they received varied greatly. Care was given by pediatricians, school counselors or probation officers rather than by people with specialized mental health training.
Costello added that there weren't enough qualified child mental health professionals to address the issue.
"We need to train more child psychiatrists in this country," Costello said. "And those individuals need to be used strategically, as consultants to the school counselors and others who do the lion's share of the work."
More than 70 percent of adolescents diagnosed with ADHD received care 70 percent of the time but those who suffered from phobias or anxiety disorders were very unlikely to receive treatment.
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Koedoe vol.50 no.1 Pretoria ene. 2008
Fifty years oF Koedoe: current status and future directions
Llewellyn C. Foxcroft
South African National Parks Conservation Services South Africa
Koedoe has reached a milestone in its history in producing this, the 50th volume. Published annually since 1958 by the then National Parks Board and biannually since 1989, more than 845 articles have been published in the journal. there has also been one monograph, The reptile fauna of the Kruger National Park (1966), and there have been two supplementary issues, Proceedings of a symposium on the status of nature conservation in Southern Africa (1977) and Proceedings of a symposium on the Kalahari ecosystem (1984). The Scientific bibliography on the national parks of South Africa (1994) has also been published.
Koedoe has covered a variety of fields, producing baseline information on which management plans and monitoring programmes rest today. Some of the older papers are still cited regularly. These include Assessing veld condition in the Kruger National Park using key grass species by Trollope, Potgieter and Zambatis (1989) and Landscapes of the Kruger National Park by Gertenbach (1983). Moreover, articles in Koedoe have stimulated research and added immeasurably to our knowledge of South Africa's biodiversity and appropriate management.
In addition, articles in Koedoe have included a number of checklists and reports of species new to science. Scanning the output of the journal over the decades provides clear evidence of how, from early and tentative scientific ventures in the national parks of South Africa, knowledge of species has grown. In later years, there was a change of emphasis in science that found its place in Koedoe as more articles on patterns of vegetation and habitats appeared and as articles on species identification and collection gave way to ecosystems research. Koedoe has spread its reach over the years, too, and early concentration on scientific research in the Kruger, Kalahari Gemsbok and Addo Elephant national parks has adapted to include all South Africa's national parks as well as conservation areas under other structures and even those protected elsewhere in Southern Africa.
A number of people have contributed to Koedoe's success and it would be remiss of me not to extend our sincere gratitude to them. Firstly, SANParks would like to thank Mrs Kobie Rautenbach for her great contribution: Mrs Rautenbach was associated with Koedoe for 20 years, 10 as assistant editor and 10 as editor with full responsibility for Koedoe. I would also like to express our thanks to the members of the previous editorial board for their great support and input into the journal: Dr CK Brain, Prof. MN Bruton, Dr SK Eltringham, Prof. MB Fenton, Prof. BL Penzhorn, Dr B Stuckenberg, Dr JG Teer and Prof. GK Theron. At the beginning of 2007, Mrs Rautenbach handed over the task of editor to me and thus the large challenge of following in her footsteps.
While a 50th-volume milestone provides the opportunity to reflect on the past, it also gives the opportunity to plan and reorganise for the future. In order to be successful, a scholarly journal should firmly establish itself in a specific niche. In doing so, it needs to distinguish itself from the large number of other journals on related subjects and to gain a reputation for publishing papers only of high scientific quality. Developing a strong niche area and raising the profile of a journal are a slow process; achieving this will be my highest priority for the next few years.
During the year since I became editor, I approached a number of renowned scientists to join the editorial board; I would like to thank the following people for taking on the role for the period 2007 to 2010: Prof. William Bond, University of Cape Town; Prof. Jane Carruthers, University of South Africa; Prof. Charles Griffiths, University of Cape Town; Prof. Conrad Matthee, Stellenbosch University; Prof. David Meltzer, University of Pretoria; Prof. Gretel van Rooyen, University of Pretoria; Dr Bob Scholes, Council for Scientific and Industrial Research, and Prof. Di Scott, University of KwaZulu-Natal.
We have added a new subtitle, African Protected Area Conservation and Science, to Koedoe to capture the new aims and aspirations for the journal. Our goal is to become sought-after, attracting quality papers concerned with all aspects of science, management and policy for all types of protected areas across the African continent. This mission brings with it an extremely exciting opportunity and potential for future manuscript submissions from experts in the field as well as a wider readership.
As you will have noticed, Koedoe: African Protected Area Conservation and Science has a different format (see Figures 1A to D for the changes in Koedoe's format over time). The new look and format (see Figure 2) aim to revitalise the image of the journal, positioning it strategically to make use of modern publishing technologies. After careful consideration of the options, we have decided to use Open Access as the publication medium for the journal. Following an inaugural meeting of editors of scholarly journals in South Africa convened by the Academy of Science of South Africa (ASSAf), Open Access was clearly shown to be beneficial in widening access to South Africa's research journals. Instead of having a print distribution of merely a few hundred copies, the number of people who can view and download papers from Koedoe through the use of the World Wide Web is virtually limitless. Downloading articles is free, and distribution to people by email using PDF files is convenient and easy. This means that the potential readership of articles increases substantially. In addition, articles can be published as soon as they have gone through the peer-review and proof stages, thus hastening the process of availability. These are only some of the advantages of Open Access; a comprehensive report (Academy of Science of South Africa, 2006) is available from ASSAf (visit www.assaf.org). Because I know that there will still be readers and authors who prefer the journal in hard copy, we are pleased to let you know that our publishers (OpenJournals Publishing, a division of African Online Scientific Information Systems) will have a print-on-demand (subscriber) option as well.
Thank you to those who have supported Koedoe for half a century, whether as authors, reviewers, editorial-board members or in any of the many other ways. I very much look forward to continuing the relationship with all of you and to growing the journal for the benefit of conservation.
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Academy of Science of South Africa. 2006. Report on a strategic approach to research publishing in South Africa. Pretoria: Academy of Science of South Africa (www.assaf.org.za). [ Links ]
Bryden, H.B. & De Vos, V. 1994. Scientific bibliography on the national parks of South Africa. Koedoe Supplement, 1133. [ Links ]
Gertenbach, W.P.D. 1983. Landscapes of the Kruger National Park. Koedoe, 26:9122. [ Links ]
Pienaar, U. de V. 1966. The reptile fauna of the Kruger National Park. Koedoe Monograph, 1:1223. [ Links ]
Trollope, W.S.W., Potgieter, A.L.F. & Zambatis, N. 1989. Assessing veld condition in the Kruger National Park using key grass species. Koedoe, 32(1):6794. [ Links ]
Various authors. 1977. Proceedings of a symposium on the status of nature conservation in Southern Africa. Koedoe Supplement, 1260. [ Links ]
Various authors. 1984. Proceedings of a symposium on the Kalahari ecosystem. Koedoe Supplement, 1333. [ Links ]
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There's no cure for celiac disease — but for most people, following a strict gluten-free diet can help manage symptoms and promote intestinal healing. SymptomsThe signs and symptoms of celiac disease can vary greatly and are different in children and adults. The most common signs for adults are diarrhea, fatigue and weight loss. Adults may also experience bloating and gas, abdominal pain, nausea, constipation, and vomiting. However, more than half of adults with celiac disease have signs and symptoms that are not related to the digestive system, including: Anemia, usually resulting from iron deficiency Loss of bone density (osteoporosis) or softening of bone (osteomalacia) Itchy, blistery skin rash (dermatitis herpetiformis) Damage to dental enamel Mouth ulcers Headaches and fatigue Nervous system injury, including numbness and tingling in the feet and hands, possible problems with balance, and cognitive impairment Joint pain Reduced functioning of the spleen (hyposplenism) Acid reflux and heartburn Children In children under 2 years old, typical signs and symptoms of celiac disease include: Vomiting Chronic diarrhea Swollen belly Failure to thrive Poor appetite Muscle wasting Older children may experience: Diarrhea Constipation Weight loss Irritability Short stature Delayed puberty Neurological symptoms, including attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), learning disabilities, headaches, lack of muscle coordination and seizures Dermatitis herpetiformis Dermatitis herpetiformis is an itchy, blistering skin disease that stems from intestinal gluten intolerance. The rash usually occurs on the elbows, knees, torso, scalp and buttocks. Dermatitis herpetiformis is often associated with changes to the lining of the small intestine identical to those of celiac disease, but the disease may not produce noticeable digestive symptoms. Doctors treat dermatitis herpetiformis with a gluten-free diet or medication, or both, to control the rash. When to see a doctor Consult your doctor if you have diarrhea or digestive discomfort that lasts for more than two weeks. Consult your child's doctor if your child is pale, irritable or failing to grow or has a potbelly and foul-smelling, bulky stools. Be sure to consult your doctor before trying a gluten-free diet. If you stop or even reduce the amount of gluten you eat before you're tested for celiac disease, you may change the test results. Celiac disease tends to run in families. If someone in your family has the condition, ask your doctor if you should be tested. Also ask your doctor about testing if you or someone in your family has a risk factor for celiac disease, such as type 1 diabetes. Request an Appointment at Mayo Clinic CausesCeliac disease occurs from an interaction between genes, eating foods with gluten and other environmental factors, but the precise cause isn't known. Infant feeding practices, gastrointestinal infections and gut bacteria might contribute to developing celiac disease. Sometimes celiac disease is triggered — or becomes active for the first time — after surgery, pregnancy, childbirth, viral infection or severe emotional stress. When the body's immune system overreacts to gluten in food, the reaction damages the tiny, hair-like projections (villi) that line the small intestine. Villi absorb vitamins, minerals and other nutrients from the food you eat. If your villi are damaged, you can't get enough nutrients, no matter how much you eat. Some gene variations appear to increase the risk of developing the disease. But having those gene variants doesn't mean you'll get celiac disease, which suggests that additional factors must be involved. The rate of celiac disease in Western countries is estimated at about 1 percent of the population. Celiac disease is most common in Caucasians; however, it is now being diagnosed among many ethnic groups and is being found globally. Risk factorsCeliac disease can affect anyone. However, it tends to be more common in people who have: A family member with celiac disease or dermatitis herpetiformis Type 1 diabetes Down syndrome or Turner syndrome Autoimmune thyroid disease Microscopic colitis (lymphocytic or collagenous colitis) Addison's disease Rheumatoid arthritis ComplicationsUntreated, celiac disease can cause: Malnutrition. The damage to your small intestine means it can't absorb enough nutrients. Malnutrition can lead to anemia and weight loss. In children, malnutrition can cause slow growth and short stature. Loss of calcium and bone density. Malabsorption of calcium and vitamin D may lead to a softening of the bone (osteomalacia or rickets) in children and a loss of bone density (osteoporosis) in adults. Infertility and miscarriage. Malabsorption of calcium and vitamin D can contribute to reproductive issues. Lactose intolerance. Damage to your small intestine may cause you to experience abdominal pain and diarrhea after eating lactose-containing dairy products, even though they don't contain gluten. Once your intestine has healed, you may be able to tolerate dairy products again. However, some people continue to experience lactose intolerance despite successful management of celiac disease. Cancer. People with celiac disease who don't maintain a gluten-free diet have a greater risk of developing several forms of cancer, including intestinal lymphoma and small bowel cancer. Neurological problems. Some people with celiac disease may develop neurological problems such as seizures or peripheral neuropathy (disease of the nerves that lead to the hands and feet). In children, celiac disease can also lead to failure to thrive, delayed puberty, weight loss, irritability and dental enamel defects, anemia, arthritis, and epilepsy. Nonresponsive celiac disease As many as 30 percent of people with celiac disease may not have, or be able to maintain, a good response to a gluten-free diet. This condition, known as nonresponsive celiac disease, is often due to contamination of the diet with gluten. Therefore it's important to work with a dietitian. People with nonresponsive celiac disease may have additional conditions, such as bacteria in the small intestine (bacterial overgrowth), microscopic colitis, poor pancreas function, irritable bowel syndrome or intolerance to disaccharides (lactose and fructose). Or, they may have refractory celiac disease. Refractory celiac disease In rare instances, the intestinal injury of celiac disease persists and leads to substantial malabsorption, even though you have followed a strict gluten-free diet. This combination is known as refractory celiac disease. If you continue to experience signs and symptoms despite following a gluten-free diet for six months to one year, your doctor may recommend further testing and look for other explanations for your symptoms. Your doctor may recommend treatment with a steroid to reduce intestinal inflammation, or a medication that suppresses your immune system. All patients with celiac disease should be followed up to monitor the response of their disease to treatment. By Mayo Clinic Staff Celiac disease care at Mayo Clinic Request an Appointment at Mayo Clinic Diagnosis & treatment March 06, 2018 Print Share on: FacebookTwitter References Ludvigsson JF, et al. The Oslo definitions for coeliac disease and related terms. Gut. 2013;62:43. Ludvigsson JF, et al. Diagnosis and management of adult coeliac disease: Guidelines from the British Society of Gastroenterology. Gut. 2014;63:1210. Celiac disease. National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse. http://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/health-topics/digestive-diseases/celiac-disease/Pages/facts.aspx. Accessed Feb. 5, 2016. Ferri FF. Celiac disease. In: Ferri's Clinical Advisor 2016. Philadelphia, Pa.: Mosby Elsevier; 2016. https://www.clinicalkey.com. Accessed Feb. 4, 2016. Kliegman RM, et al. Disorders of malabsorption. In: Nelson Textbook of Pediatrics. 20th ed. Philadelphia, Pa.: Elsevier; 2016. http://www.clinicalkey.com. Accessed Feb. 4, 2016. Green PHR, et al. Celiac disease. Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology. 2015;35:1099. Feldman M, et al. Celiac disease. In: Sleisenger and Fordtran's Gastrointestinal and Liver Disease: Pathophysiology, Diagnosis, Management. 10th ed. Philadelphia, Pa.: Saunders Elsevier; 2016. http://www.clinicalkey.com. Accessed Feb. 4, 2016. Catassi C, et al. World Perspective and Celiac Disease Epidemiology. Digestive Diseases. 2015;33:141. Snyder MR, et al. Celiac disease: Advances in diagnosis. Expert Review of Clinical Immunology. 2016;12:449. Cook AJ. AllScripts EPSi. Rochester, Minn. Feb. 8, 2016. McCarville JL, et al. Pharmacological approaches in celiac disease. Current Opinion in Pharmacology. 2015;25:7. U.S. News best hospitals 2015-2016. U.S. News & World Report. http://health.usnews.com/best-hospitals/rankings/gastroenterology-and-gi-surgery. Accessed April 6, 2016. Barbara Woodward Lips Patient Education Center. Celiac disease. Rochester, Minn.: Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research; 2007. Celiac disease. Natural Medicines. https://naturalmedicines.therapeuticresearch.com/. Accessed April 7, 2016. Rishi AR, et al. Refractory celiac disease. Expert Review of Gastroenterology and Hepatology. 2016;10:537. AskMayoExpert. Human Leukocyte Antigen Testing (Adult). Rochester, Minn.: Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research; 2016. Murray JA (expert opinion). Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minn. April 21, 2016. RelatedCeliac disease diet: How do I get enough grains?Celiac disease: Can gluten be absorbed through the skin?Gluten-free dietFood allergy or intolerance?Symptom CheckerUnexplained weight lossAbdominal painDiarrheaFatigueMuscle painNausea and vomitingJoint pain Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minn., has been recognized as the best Gastroenterology & GI Surgery hospital in the nation for 2018-2019 by U.S. News & World Report. Learn more about this top honor Celiac diseaseSymptoms & causesDiagnosis & treatmentDoctors & departmentsCare at Mayo Clinic Advertisement Mayo Clinic does not endorse companies or products. Advertising revenue supports our not-for-profit mission. Advertising & Sponsorship Policy Opportunities Ad Choices Mayo Clinic Marketplace Check out these best-sellers and special offers on books and newsletters from Mayo Clinic. 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House Dems hit Mark Sanford in TV ad
House Democrats are slamming Mark Sanford in a new TV ad, a day after their GOP counterparts withdrew support for the disgraced ex-governor seeking a comeback.
"Mark Sanford walked out on us ... violated our trust," says the ad from the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee. The image on the screen is of someone hiking on a wooded trail -- a reference to the former South Carolina pol's much-mocked comment that he was hiking on the Appalachian Trail in 2009, when Sanford was actually visiting his mistress in Argentina.
STORY: House GOP pulls campaign support from Sanford
The Democratic ad centers on Sanford's use of South Carolina taxpayer money to visit Maria Belen Chapur, now his fiancee, while he was governor. Sanford paid $74,000 to settle charges that his personal travel and campaign spending violated state ethics laws -- but he pointedly said during an NBC interview in February that "there was no admission of guilt."
Sanford is running in a special election in South Carolina's 1st District, seeking a House seat he previously held from 1995 to 2001. His campaign was dealt a blow Wednesday when the National Republican Congressional Committee said it would pull out of the race, after it was revealed Jenny Sanford accused her ex-husband of trespassing at her home.
Democrats are spending $205,000 to run the ad starting Friday in Charleston and Savannah broadcast and cable markets. Sanford faces Democrat Elizabeth Colbert Busch in the May 7 election.
The DCCC ad is similar to one already up on the air by the House Majority PAC, a super PAC aimed at electing Democrats.
Sanford said Democrats are now spending $1 million against him, citing figures obtained from media reports and documents on campaign TV ad buys. He contends House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi and Democrats are "trying to buy" the district.
"My opponent has gone through great lengths to distance herself from the liberal Beltway crowd, but it simply isn't believable that those same folks would be trying to buy this race for someone who would truly be an independent voice in Washington," Sanford said in a statement.
Jesse Ferguson, a spokesman for the DCCC, vowed House Democrats won't stop.
"This is an overwhelmingly Republican district that has become competitive because Republicans yet again nominated a flawed candidate," Ferguson said, adding the DCCC "will aggressively compete in uphill fights even in the most Republican territory."


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Kelly Clark goes big. Out 2-3 feet over the field, the native Vermonter once again set it down in front of a home crowd, taking the Killington Dew Tour title in women's Superpipe. The day started off in classic New England form, with negative temps and crisp wind greeting the morning practice sessions. But with facemasks and mitten all around, the brisk dawn wouldn't stop the riders from showing up ready to go. Six women took their runs at the Finals, led by pre-qualified Queralt Castellet, the Dew Tour Champ from the previous Breckenridge, Colorado stop. The ladies were doing fine in the 18-foot tall pipe, getting their first runs dialed, when Kelly took to the start gate. The iPod pressed play, her name was called, and 40 seconds later, it would essentially be all over. With massive airs and clean, grabbed spins, Kelly set the number to beat. Her second run wasn't even needed, but still ended up judged to be a 95.75—the highest score in women's Dew Tour Pipe history. Gretchen Bleiler's lofty Crippler found her in second position, with Queralt touching down in third.
While the women's Finals were going on, the entire men's field was up in the Start Tent, watching both on the pipe and the live TV in the Athlete Lounge. As each dropped, they called tricks. When the ladies stomped, they cheered. Traveling throughout the year with one another, the open camaraderie seemed to refresh the riders. In short, the family vibe was alive and well in the Green Mountains.
Pre-Qualified Greg Bretz, Matt Ladley, and Louie Vito joined with the top 9 from yesterday's Prelims for the two-run Saturday Finals. Bundled up and running back and forth from the heat fans, the dirty dozen began to launch. The fans weren't greeted with the normal double-cork fiesta we've become almost accustomed to seeing, but rather a show based on polished spins and getting 'er done in the cold Vermont sun. When the cold smoke finally cleared, none other than crowd favorite Louie Vito claimed his second Dew Tour title of the season. The only rider to throw the double (four times strong, to be exact), LV linked up flips, spins, and style to land on top-dude's a boss; all there is to say. JJ Thomas threw the cleanest tricks of the day, landing without a dusting of snow flying from the edges, and taking home second—the first second place finish of his life, apparently. And Mason Aguirre, whose mom told him to stop complaining about the cold and be a true Minnesota boy, sent 'er into third.
Sunday brings on the park stars, with Torstein Horgmo, Chas Guldemond, Sebastien Toutant, Mark McMorris, and Sage Kotsenburg—not to mention Jamie Anderson, Spencer O'Brien, and the rest of a stacked men's and women's field—getting set for Slopestyle Finals. Stay up on this year's Dew Tour at Killington, VT, including VIDEOS, PHOTOS, and FULL RESULTS from Sunday's Slopestyle finals, on Facebook (facebook.com/TWSnow), Twitter (@TWSnow), and right here, at TWSnow.com.
Winter Dew Tour at Killington
Saturday, January 22, 2011
Killington, Vt. – Killington Resort
Men's Snowboard Superpipe – Finals
1. Louie Vito, Bellefontaine, Ohio, 93.00
2. JJ Thomas, Breckenridge, Colo., 88.00
3. Mason Aguirre, Duluth, Minn., 86.50
4. Steve Fisher, Breckenridge, Colo., 83.50
5. Spencer Shaw, Stratton, Vt., 83.00
6. Matt Ladley, Steamboat Springs, Colo., 82.00
7. Ben Watts, Bend, Ore., 75.25
8. Trevor Jacob, Mammoth Lakes, Calif., 71.50
9. Zach Black, Breckenridge, Colo., 58.00
10. Jack Mitrani, Mammoth Lakes, Calif., 55.50
Men's Snowboard Superpipe – Tour Rankings
1. Louie Vito, 200
2. JJ Thomas, 174
3. Matt Ladley, 166
4. Mason Aguirre, 166
5. Steve Fisher, 152
6. Trevor Jacob, 140
7. Greg Bretz, 136
8. Spencer Shaw, 123
9. Luke Mitrani, 107
10. Jake Mitrani, 99.
Women's Snowboard Superpipe – Finals
1. Kelly Clark, West Dover, Vt., 95.75
2. Gretchen Bleiler, Aspen, Colo., 92.25
3. Queralt Castellet, Spain, 86.00
4. Elena Hight, South Lake Tahoe, Calif., 81.50
5. Soko Yamaoka, Japan, 80.25.
6. Kelly Marren, Hillsborough, Calif., 46.25.
Women's Snowboard Superpipe – Tour Rankings
1. Queralt Castellet, 186
2. Kelly Clark, 174
3. Elena Hight, 174
4. Soko Yamaoka, 156
5. Kaitlyn Farrington, 144


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Redknapp: Win vital for signing players
Harry Redknapp hopes Wednesday night's 1-0 Barclays Premier League victory over Chelsea will enable QPR to attract players in the transfer window after expressing his disappointment at missing out on Joe Cole.
Shaun Wright-Phillips fired an outstanding 78th-minute winner against his former club as Rangers secured their first triumph at Stamford Bridge in three decades. Redknapp believes new signings are required if QPR, who remain at the foot of the table on goal difference, are to escape relegation.
Liverpool playmaker Cole topped Redknapp's wish list but the 31-year-old has opted to return to boyhood club West Ham, according to the Rangers boss. "If I can improve the squad in the window it will give us a chance. This win is very important for us when it comes to signing players," Redknapp said.
He added: "They might think that now we do have a chance and it would be nice to try and help us get out of this mess and achieve something. Let's be up for the challenge.
"I lost Joe who would have been my first signing. He probably looked here and thought 'Harry I love you but you're not going to stay up'. I like Joe and he would have been good for me. He's West Ham and they love him there. I thought he was coming for sure but West Ham came in today."
The three points has invigorated QPR's battle against relegation and was the perfect response to their 3-0 surrender to Liverpool at Loftus Road last Sunday. Only goal difference separates them from 19th-placed Reading while they remain five points away from safety.
Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez rested Ramires, Juan Mata and Eden Hazard on the bench but still created more than enough chances to win a fifth successive match. The Spaniard insists his rotation policy was justified given the club's heavy workload.
"We were tired and weren't precise. We made a mistake and gave them their chance," Benitez said. "I don't regret the changes because we can't carry on with the same players in every game. If you're playing a team at the bottom of the table at home, you have to trust your players and I trust them."
Benitez admitted Fernando Torres, Chelsea's only striker, needed a rest but refused to elaborate on the club's pursuit of Demba Ba after Newcastle revealed their £7million striker is having talks at Stamford Bridge.
"I don't have any official information about the situation. Officially he's not our player," he said. "The club is working and hopefully we can see someone soon. Then we can talk about the player. If we can do the business quickly hopefully he'll be available for the weekend, but we can't say too much."


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The 1804 Society is a mission and leadership student organization at Emmanuel College. The society, named in honor of the founding year of the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur by St. Julie Billiart, continues the tradition of mission at Emmanuel through a deeper understanding of the SNDs, the College history and Emmanuel's Catholic identity. In turn, the students act as ambassadors for the college at annual traditions and celebrations.
Our organization is build around Six values. They are:
As members of the Emmanuel family, one of the values of the 1804 Society is creating a welcoming community. We value relationships and want to make sure that every member of our Emmanuel community feels like they are a valued part of something bigger than themselves.
St. Julie Billiart said that education is the greatest work on earth. Education is so incredibly empowering and provides people with the tools to build a better world for themselves and others. As an organization, we value our Emmanuel education and know we can use our education to transform our own communities and the lives of others.
St Julie Billiart said 'How God is the Good God is, why can't we proclaim it to the whole world?' In the 1804 Society, we try to look for the good and go about doing good. Seeking goodness in other people makes us proud to be members of the Emmanuel College community.
In the 1804 Society, we learn about the Sisters of Notre Dame and their humble acts of Servant leadership. We develop our own skills so we can be leading contributors to our local and global society.
The Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur serve on 5 different continents. Service is deeply embedded in the history of the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur. We continue the culture of service at Emmanuel through creating partnerships with local SND organizations and participating in community service.
Through the 1804 Society, we continue the tradition of the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur by living out their mission. Built upon a strong foundation establish in 1804, we continue in age-old traditions on campus and beyond.
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Elliott's Hess Fight Among Biggest Proxy Fights in a Decade
Elliott Management's plan to file a proxy nominating five members to the board of Hess Corp. would enter the hedge fund into the halls of proxy fame.
Elliott is targeting the $20 billion energy company, which would be the sixth largest company targeted by a proxy fight in the past ten years, according to FactSet SharkRepellent.
Elliott said earlier Tuesday that its stake in Hess was its largest ever initial investment. Hess has said it will review the suggestions but has defended its board.
The data tracker has found only 15 prior examples of companies worth over $10 billion, when a proxy fight was announced, in the past ten years. The largest was Carl Icahn's 2006 bid to take control of Time Warner Inc. and break up the media giant. At the time, Time Warner was an $86 billion behemoth that still owned AOL and Time Warner Cable.
Icahn, in fact, has no trouble picking proxy fights with corporate giants. He has been the agitator in 10 of the 15 on FactSet's list, including going twice after Biogen and Motorola, according to FactSet.
While activists have targeted larger companies, like Bill Ackman's investment in Procter & Gamble, rarely do they take the vote to shareholders in the form of proxy fight.


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Wretchard has an interesting take on Osama's video: he's like the kid on the playground who tries to call "time out" when he's about to get clobbered:
It is important to notice what he has stopped saying in this speech. He has stopped talking about the restoration of the Global Caliphate. There is no more mention of the return of Andalusia. There is no more anticipation that Islam will sweep the world. He is no longer boasting that Americans run at the slightest wounds; that they are more cowardly than the Russians. He is not talking about future operations to swathe the world in fire but dwelling on past glories. He is basically saying if you leave us alone we will leave you alone. Though it is couched in his customary orbicular phraseology he is basically asking for time out.
The American answer to Osama's proposal will be given on Election Day. One response is to agree that the United States of America will henceforth act like Sweden, which is on track to become majority Islamic sometime after the middle of this century. The electorate best knows which candidate will serve this end; which candidate most promises to be European-like in attitude and they can choose that path with both eyes open. The electorate can strike that bargain and Osama may keep his word. The other course is to reject Osama's terms utterly; to recognize the pleading in his outwardly belligerent manner and reply that his fugitive existence; the loss of his sanctuaries; the annihilation of his men are but the merest foretaste of what is yet to come: to say that to enemies such as he, the initials 'US' will always mean Unconditional Surrender.
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KangaROOS is a truly global lifestyle brand selling footwear, apparel and accessories in over 60 countries. The brand still remains true to its sports heritage and continues to challenge the basic aesthetic of design that Gamm started many years ago.
The original KangaROOS founder Bob Gamm passed away in 2012. He was later honored with 91 pairs of a special limited edition style of his favourite KangaROOs model, 'Blaze'.
KangaROOS support the Payton Foundation in memory of one of the greatest NFL players of all time, Walter Payton. In 2009, the brand celebrates its 30th Anniversary.
The brand sponsors Rick "The Dog Faced Gremlin" Steiner of the World Championship Wrestling who wore bright red knee high ROOS. Various athletes from motor racing, tennis and aerobics also become brand ambassadors. At the 1992 Barcelona Olympics, the US running team all compete in KangaROOS footwear.
KangaROOS successfully expand their reach by introducing apparel collections and footwear for the leisure, outdoor and fashion markets.
With running deep in its pocket by the mid 80's, KangaROOS quickly exploded into the American sports scene. Gamm's vision became one of the top five performance brands in the USA, whilst quickly gaining popularity in Europe.
Always looking forward; Gamm opened a 10,000sqm KangaROOS laboratory devoted to testing athletic shoes at the University of Illinois, USA. Collaborating with NASA engineers in 1986 the brand developed 'Dynacoil' - a 3D woven coil fabric technology to use in sneakers especially for the serious runner.
KangaROOS sponsors NFL legend Walter "Sweetness" Payton, MLB superstars Ozzie Smith, Vince Coleman and Ron Darling, and NBA hero Clyde "The Glide" Drexler. The sports stars wear the brand and some become the face of their own signature lines, including the 'Sweetness Trap Hi'. Payton was famously given a new Lamborghini from Bob Gamm for his dedication and support of the brand.
In 1979, American architect and running enthusiast Robert 'Bob' Gamm had a 'crazy' and innovative idea! He developed a pair of training shoes with a small zippered pocket big enough to hold a locker key and a few coins whilst he ran.
Bob came up with the name KangaROOS for his shoes, because the kangaroo jumps 25 feet per step whilst running. It never looks back, only forward and it has a pocket. "The Original Shoes With Pockets" were born.


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jleonnn wrote:Ah ok thanks. I think I'll try both dropping my stack in manual in Das Schloss and splitting them between the two to see how it goes. All along I've been dropping on the troopers and it's been going pretty well until the last 2 or so games. The opponent would drop his 24 on the castle and would go first. So he takes the bonus the first round and reduces my region count to below 12. I try to get all the autodeploys by the first turn and don't break out. So round 2 now and the opponent would just stack (with his Das Schloss bonus) on one of the autodeploy regions (ie. C1, C2, J1, J2, etc.) and when I break out to hit and fort troops from my autodeploys, he would come up next turn and whittle my stack down. And because he already has the +7 bonus, he will win eventually cuz he has the same number of autodeploy regions as me and I can't get to AA quickly enough to bombard them. So these games have caused me to reconsider my strategy... I'll try a few and see which ones fit best
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