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Question: How can the people of this country trust their own police forces when the police themselves (some of them) are guilty of perjury, corruption, drug sales, attempted murder?
The Los Angeles Times has been following the Los Angeles' Police Department corruption scandal involving members of its Rampart Division. Up to 3,000 prosecuted cases are now under investigation as having been tainted by police corruption involving stolen drugs and frame-ups. Prisoners have had to be released after it was discovered that the police framed them. One man was shot so many times by police that he was even left paralyzed.
Below are the most recent stories that the newspaper has printed and a small synopsis of each as provided on their website.
Rampart Probe Is Dividing Local Leaders
Sunday, February 13, 2000
Byline: JIM NEWTON
The Los Angeles Police Department's ever-expanding Rampart Division corruption crisis is driving a wedge through long-standing political relationships as some local leaders brace for the scandal's fallout, insulate themselves from damage and, in the view of some critics, concentrate on containing the issue rather than pursuing it to the end.
10 More Rampart Cases Voided
Wednesday, January 26, 2000
Byline: SCOTT GLOVER and MATT LAIT
A judge on Tuesday overturned the convictions of 10 people who were allegedly framed by officers from the LAPD's Rampart Division, bringing the number of cases that have been thrown out in the wake of an ongoing corruption investigation to 23.
4 More LAPD Officers Are Suspended
Friday, January 14, 2000
Byline: MATT LAIT and SCOTT GLOVER
Four more officers connected to the Los Angeles Police Department's scandal-ridden Rampart Division have been relieved of duty as a result of the department's ongoing corruption probe, sources said Thursday.
Council Votes to Provide Lawyers for Perez in 2 Lawsuits
Thursday, January 13, 2000
Byline: BETH SHUSTER
Acting on a request from Los Angeles Police Chief Bernard C. Parks, the Los Angeles City Council agreed in closed session Wednesday to provide legal representation in two lawsuits to former officer Rafael Perez, the main informant in the Rampart police corruption case.
Rampart Probe May Now Affect Over 3,000 Cases
Wednesday, December 15, 1999
Byline: HENRY WEINSTEIN
More than 3,000 questionable cases will have to be scrutinized as a result of the Rampart police scandal, vastly more than previously reported, and both Los Angeles County Dist. Atty. Gil Garcetti and Public Defender Michael Judge now say the massive review means they will need additional resources to handle the task.
Judges Overturn 4 Convictions Linked to Rampart Probe
Wednesday, December 1, 1999
Los Angeles Superior Court judges on Tuesday overturned the criminal convictions of four men because authorities now believe they were set up by officers from the Los Angeles Police Department's scandal-plagued Rampart Division.
2 Versions of Frame-Up Emerge in Rampart Probe
Saturday, November 20, 1999
Byline: SCOTT GLOVER and MATT LAIT
Dueling theories of jealousy and revenge emerged Friday as motives for the framing of a gang member by Rafael Perez, the former Los Angeles police officer at the center of the department's expanding corruption scandal.
Another Inmate Set to Be Freed in Police Probe
Wednesday, November 17, 1999
Byline: SCOTT GLOVER and MATT LAIT
The Los Angeles district attorney is expected to seek the release of a third prison inmate on Friday as a result of the unfolding LAPD corruption investigation, and detectives are scrutinizing additional cases that call into question the conduct of more officers, according to sources close to the inquiry.
2nd Inmate to Be Freed in Rampart Probe
Tuesday, November 9, 1999
Byline: MATT LAIT and SCOTT GLOVER
A second prison inmate authorities now believe was framed by corrupt officers of the Los Angeles Police Department's Rampart Division is expected to be freed from custody this week, while another will be released from parole and yet another will be ordered resentenced, according to sources close to the ongoing corruption probe.
Ex-Rampart Commander a Focus of Probe, Sources Say
Friday, September 24, 1999
Byline: JIM NEWTON
Los Angeles Police Capt. Nick Salicos is known as "Nick the Knife," a nickname he earned from subordinates who complain that he leans hard on them and is quick to punish.
Civilian Panel Asserts Control Over LAPD
Wednesday, September 22, 1999
Byline: BETH SHUSTER
The Los Angeles Police Commission asserted its authority in a long-running struggle for control over the Los Angeles Police Department on Tuesday, using an unfolding scandal and a new opinion by the city attorney to insist that the police force and its chief be subordinated to civilian leadership.
Captain Under Fire as Rampart Probe Expands
Tuesday, September 21, 1999
Byline: JIM NEWTON and ANN W. O'NEILL
The Los Angeles Police Department's investigation into corruption at the Rampart Division has expanded into the command ranks. Capt. Richard Meraz, formerly the station's second-highest officer, has been cited for failing to supervise officers under his command, officials familiar with the investigation said Monday.
Rampart Probe May Put Gang Injunction at Risk
Sunday, September 19, 1999
Byline: RICH CONNELL and ROBERT J. LOPEZ
Some of the most persuasive police testimony used by prosecutors to obtain a sweeping anti-gang injunction in Los Angeles was made up, according to a fired Rampart Division officer who is cooperating with investigators.
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Russian Films Take Top Honors at Cottbus Festival
Europe's leading showcase for film from eastern territories lauds "The Geographer Drank His Globe Away" and "The Major."
Russian films scooped the two major prizes late Saturday at the awards ceremony of the 23rd edition of the Film Festival Cottbus, Europe's leading spotlight on Eastern European movies.
Alexander Veledinsky's The Geographer Drank His Globe Away, starring Konstantin Khabensky as a hapless alcoholic whose life changes for the better when he lands a job as a school teacher in a provincial city, took the main Lubina glass statuette and a cash prize worth $26,000.
Khabensky recently played a Soviet spy in Tomas Alfredson's adaptation of British writer John Le Carre's Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy.
FILM REVIEW: The Geographer Drank His Globe Away
The international jury praised what it called the story of a modern Russian saint, dubbing Veledinsky's handling of a script based on a best selling semi-autobiographical Russian novel as "exquisite mastery of his craft."
The $4 million budget film, represented internationally for world sales by Moscow-based Antipode Sales and Distribution, was released domestically on 560 copies in Russia, Ukraine and Belarus last Thursday.
In June it took the grand prix at Russia's national festival Kinotavr in Sochi and also won the top award in July at the 4th Odessa International Film Festival in Ukraine.
The festival's special prize for best director, worth $10,000, Yury Bykov for The Major, a story of the moral dilemma faced when a police officer causes the death of a child in a road accident. The jury praised the "multi-talented" director, who was also responsible for the film's music as well as playing one of the main roles. The film premiered at Cannes this year in the Critics' Week sidebar.
Best actress went to Michaela Bendulova for her role as the 15-year-old Ela in Miracle (dir: Juraj Lehotsky, Slovakia/Czech Republic) and actor to Hadzhihafizbegovi Emir, for his performance in Cherurs Out! (Goran Vojnovic Slovenia/Croatia).
Among other prize winners was Polish director Bodo Kox, who won the debut film prize worth $4,000 for his film The Girl From the Wardrobe; critics' association FIPRESCI gave its prize to The Unsaved, a Romania/Moldova co-production by debut director Igor Cobleanski.
The festival wraps Sunday after a record breaking attendance of 20,300 visitors during its five day run in the former East German city south-east of Berlin.
The festival, a key meeting point for directors, producers and film funders from across central and Eastern Europe, screened more than 150 films from 38 countries. The 24th edition is due to run Nov. 4-9 in 2014.

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Paint Brush Rack 3D Print File (STL)
Paint Brush Rack 3D Print File (STL)
This is the 3D printer file for my self-designed paint brush rack. With this file you can print your own paint rack. Or print two, or ten. Whatever. Just don't sell them when you're done. You don't own the rights to do that.
The file is designed to be printed twice as it has one side of the rack and two supports. This way it can fit on smallish (6") print beds.
If you REALLY want to sell them then shoot me an e-mail and we'll work something out.
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French Camps
The French Academy offers Summer Camps in French immersion for children between 5 and 13 years old.
- Where: in Alexandria, in Chevy Chase (MD), or at your own location. Ask for more information here.
- When: June-August, from Monday to Friday.
9-12pm in Alexandria
9-12pm or 9am-4:00pm in Chevy Chase (after care from 4:00 to 5:30pm).
or during any school holidays at your own location (participants share an hourly price).
We prepare a fun theme for every week with playful and educational activities that will make learning French a game or a thrilling experience. The camps are intended for all levels of proficiency:
o Group for English speakers (proficiency levels: beginners to elementary), and
o Group for advanced or French speakers.
Price/ week:
- $280 per child for a camp in Alexandria (from 9am to 12pm), $290 for a camp in Chevy Chase (from 9am to 12pm), or $400 (from 9 to 4:00pm).
- After care costs about $130 from Mo-FRI, 4 to 5:30pm, but the price will vary according to the number of children needing it. It is $60 hourly to share among the families. So it will be lower if more families need it.You wil pay for it on the first day of the camp.
- For a camp at your own location: Prices vary between $60 and $70 (to share among participants- max 10 kids).


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Aris and PAOK were both victorious in Game 1 for the A1 Basket League Playoffs. Aris defeated Kifisia 78-60 while PAOK came away with the upset win away to AEK 78-83.
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A deceiving score in Thessaloniki with Aris defeating Kifisia by 18 points. The game was close until the home side went on a 23-8 run in the final six minutes, taking a 1-0 lead in the best of 3 series. Walters (18 points, 5 assists), McNeil (15 points, 8 rebounds, 5 assists), and White (13 points, 8 rebounds) were the top players for Aris. Kaselakis was the leading scorer for the visitors with 14 points. Aris will look to clinch their place in the semi-finals when they travel to Kifisia for game 2.
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In Athens, AEK found themselves ahead for most of the game and led by as much as 17 points. Despite AEK's lead, PAOK's great fourth quarter was enough to complete the comeback and win of 78-83. The win "breaks" AEK's home-court advantage, as PAOK will host the Black and Yellows for Game 2 with a win sending PAOK to the Semi-Finals. Hatcher, who was PAOK's best player with 21 points, led the fourth quarter surge. Mavrokefalidis was AEK's leading scorer with 19 points.
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text: Rating View on map Features Sleeps 5 people 2 bedrooms 1 bathroom Pets allowed Icon/Feature/Off-road parking Off road parking Icon/Feature/Open fire Open fire Icon/Feature/Smoke-free Smoke-free Icon/Feature/Garden or Patio Garden / Patio Icon/Feature/Baby-friendly Cot available Icon/Feature/Baby-friendly Highchair available Icon/Feature/Shop Pub/shop < 1 mile Icon/Feature/Dishwasher Dishwasher Icon/Feature/WiFi Broadband / WiFi Wye Rapids Cottages Two charming mews-style cottages in a stunning position on the banks of the River Wye in the picturesque village of Symonds Yat in the beautiful Wye Valley. With lovely views of the surrounding woodland and Symonds Yat Rock, these two Herefordshire holiday cottages offer ideal accommodation for a romantic break or activity filled holiday. Set over three floors, both of these Herefordshire cottages boast spectacular views from the front of the cottages and offer very comfortable, contemporary accommodation. Both have a rear patio area, perfect for enjoying alfresco dining, or, why not stroll through the 1.5 acres of shared landscaped garden? Take some time to enjoy the nearby attractions and activities, including the pretty riverside town of Ross-on-Wye, majestic Goodrich Castle and the Royal Forest of Dean, which offers numerous walking and cycling routes and high wire rope courses. Canoeing, kayaking and fishing can be enjoyed on the River Wye and the area also offers many festivals throughout the year, National Trust properties, museums and cider and perry tasting. The property A charming mews-style, end-terrace cottage set over three floors, with the holiday accommodation on the top two floors above the ground floor garage, making the most of the spectacular views. This delightful Herefordshire holiday cottage offers two charming bedrooms, a cosy sitting room with woodburner and a well-equipped kitchen. This Symonds Yat cottage is a wonderful holiday base at any time of year. Note: The property can be booked with next door Ref. 912225, together they sleep 9. Summary Over first and second floors Two second floor bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin with pull-out stacker bed Second floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC First floor kitchen with dining area First floor sitting room with sofa bed and woodburner. Electric storage heaters with woodburner Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, TV with Sky, DVD, CD/radio, iPod dock, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburner inc. in rent Bed linen and towels inc. in rent Travel cot and highchair on request Off road parking for 1 car and garage parking for 1 car Lockable bike storage Patio with furniture and BBQ Shared use of 1.5 acres of landscaped gardens with furniture Two well-behaved dogs welcome Sorry, no smoking Shop 1 mile, pub 10 mins walk Note: The pub offers a river ferry which operates until closing time Note: Approx 20 external steps lead up to the rear door of the property Note: Max 5 people. Calculate your drive time Submit About the location SYMONDS YAT Monmouth 5 miles; Ross-on-Wye 7 miles; Gloucester 23 miles. The pretty village of Symonds Yat straddles the beautiful River Wye with its natural scenery and magnificent limestone 'rock', popular with climbers and is internationally renowned for its viewpoint. Symonds Yat West is situated overlooking the beautiful Wye Valley, and is close to the magnificent Royal Forest of Dean, England's largest oak forest. This is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offering numerous trails that can be explored on foot, bicycle or horseback. Caving, abseiling and a high wire rope course are on offer for the more adventurous, whilst fishing, golf, kayaking and canoeing are other popular activities in this unspoilt area. Visit the historic town of Monmouth with its mixture of elegant Georgian mansions and Victorian courtyards, or the lovely town of Ross-on-Wye with its timbered Tudor houses and delightful riverside walks, both offering excellent shops, pubs and restaurants. Just a little further afield discover the unspoilt Malvern Hills, Black Mountains and Brecon Beacons National Park. A great area to unwind with family and friends. Region Information Shropshire Holiday Cottages Heart of England Cottage Holidays This property offers the following short breaks: Winter Off-season Last minute Christmas


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Half-listening is a handmade artist book about communication across distances, both psychological and geographical. I layered digital and traditional printmaking techniques to create a sequence of images that juxtapose an internal dialogue with exterior space - a yellow shore house, a swath of evergreen forest, and a demolished office tower.
Woodcut, inkjet, and screen printing. Measures 15.5" x 6" inches when open. Edition of 6.


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In Australia we have this thing called National Young Leaders Day. This year, one of the things that stuck in my mind was this; "Those who are crazy enough to think they can change the world are the ones that do" .I want to change the world. I want to leave a mark so that in 10, 20, 50 years after my death, people are saying my name, preaching my cause, acknowledging me in a way that is both positive and productive. I watch movies like "Invincible", "Remember The Titans" and "Pay It Forward" and I want someone to make a movie of my life one day.Like Jim Carey puts it on Bruce Almighty- "I'm not okay with a mediocre life". I don't want to be average. I don't want to be "normal". I want to be
exceptional. I want to be great. I want people to stand up and say "That girl is amazing". Like all things, though, being great has it's pitfalls. There's the judgment that comes from people thinking you think you "know it all". There's the responsibility that comes with knowing people are scrutinizing and/or imitating your every action.
As romantic and fabulous it all sounds in my head, I find myself wondering as I write this down (while talking to my Oh-so-wow-change-the-world-just-by-looking-at-it twin Shona), if it's at all possible.
I mean, who am I, really? I'm just an Aussie girl from a town no-ones heard of, and those that have make jokes about it (myself included). I have cellulite and oily skin, so I'll never be a model, I haven't any "contacts" in the business of… well, anything, unless you count the State Police. Which I don't.My biggest fear is having regrets. About anything. I don't want to be a failure, I don't want to turn out haughty and morally corrupt, I don't want to become an addict/dealer/abused wife… I'm so scared of making the wrong decisions that I might cease making them at all.On top of that deep-rooted fear of bottoming out is the fact that I have no idea where to start.


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Hot off the press: IAF shoots down suspicious drone over north Negev
Ynet reported just a few minutes ago that an unmanned, unidentified aircraft infiltrated Israeli airspace Saturday morning; IAF fighter planes intercepted the aircraft shortly after. The unidentified Aircraft didn't depart from Gaza Strip and didn't carry explosives
The Israeli Air Force intercepted an unmanned and unidentified aircraft that entered Israel's airspace early today. The aircraft was shot down in an open area in the northern Negev region, and its remains were scattered in an open area in the south Mount Hebron region.
For decades, Israeli drones have been spreading fear over Gaza, seemingly the Jewish State is now tasting its own medicine.


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Donna M. Murphy 1959 - 2011 Independence, Mo.
Services for Donna M. Murphy, 51 Independence, Mo., will be 2 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 26, at Alden-Harrington Funeral Home, Bonner Springs. Burial will be at Bonner Springs Cemetery.
Mrs. Murphy died Friday, Jan. 21, 2011, at her home.
She was born on June 6, 1959, the daughter of Lloyd and Ilene Murphy. As a young girl she enjoyed swimming and horseback riding with her sisters. She shared an overwhelming bond with her parents, which kept Miss Murphy close to home over the years.
Before becoming disabled in a car accident in 1991, she bartended at the Turn it Loose bar in Warsaw, Mo.
Survivors include three children, Angela (Jon) Thompson, Liberty, Mo., Michelle (Justin) Murphy, Bates City, Mo., and Wade (Amanda) Murphy, Independence, Mo.; eight siblings, Shirley VanLuvan, Claudine Kerr, Rosemary Davis, Larry (Shirley) Murphy, Barbara (Ron) Grego, Sharon McCarthy, Paul (Kim) Murphy and Wayne (Tina) Murphy; and 10 grandchildren.
Visitation will be 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 25, at the funeral home.
The family suggests memorials to Crossroads Hospice or American Cancer Society, sent in care of the funeral home, 214 Oak St., Bonner Springs, KS 66012.


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Just wanted to drop a quick post to say that my presentation "80 websites to find popular trends" is showcased on Slideshare's How to & DIY section. If you haven't checked it out yet, jump over to Slideshare.
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Breaking News: New Doubleclicks, and Fluxx!/
Well, things have been a little, ok a lot crazy around here for the past few weeks. I (Jeremiah) had an emergency appendectomy, and spent the better part of about 7-10 on the couch -I don't really remember how long it was... And Scott has spent the last several days out of town. But amidst all of the craziness, we got a spiffy little email from our friends over at Looney Labs sharing with us some cool news!
First the game stuff-
Looney Labs has announced the release of the newest Fluxx deck, Fluxx 5.0! It's the first major overhaul of the base game in six years, and features a few notable updates. First Andy Looney has decided to do away with Creepers in the base game, citing that the base game is a gateway into the Fluxx universe, and that they add just one more layer that might make it un-accessible to new players. They could very well reappear in an expansion pack soon, but in the meantime hold onto your 4.0 decks if you love those Creepers! All in all there are 17 cards that have been changed, including some cards that have been retired from the game. (I did get a copy of the new Fluxx, I'll let you know which ones are gone in my review coming up soon!)
Also, Looney Labs is releasing the latest flavor of Fluxx: Holiday Fluxx! Lots of Christmas Tree, Jack-o-lanterny fun is sure to be packed in this one -again there's a review coming here on TOG soon!
And last but certainly not least! The geeky singer songewriter duo known as the Doubleclicks have immortalized the Fluxx franchise in their latest offering this spiffy little toe-tapper "Fluxx Theme Song", and it JUST went live on YouTube, like right now! You can check it out below!
So, what do you think? Are you picking up any of the new Fluxx decks?
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Note: You can also access report cards and transcripts in Grades by clicking the Print report cards and Print transcripts links in the Administrative Tasks section of the Grades page
- On the report card or transcript screen, select the Summary/Notes tab.
- Mark the Show the summary/notes area checkbox
- In the Section column, select Activities to open the Activities Section screen
- In the Section heading field displays the default heading,
"Activities", for the activity summary section. You can use this heading or
enter a different one.
- To indent the activity summary section, mark the Indent section details [ ] inches checkbox and enter the amount to indent
- Mark the Show column header row checkbox to display column headings. Unmark the checkbox to hide column headings
- If you marked the Show column header row checkbox, you can mark the checkbox titled Print a box around the column heading row. This prints a box around column headings and multiple column heading rows.
Note: When you mark this option, boxes print even if there is no text in the column heading
- Mark the Print a horizontal line after each activity checkbox to print horizontal lines between rows
- Mark the Print a vertical line between columns checkbox to print vertical lines between each column in the section
- Mark the Include a [ ] after this section checkbox to add a blank line, horizontal line, or column break after the activity summary section for each academic year
- Mark the Only show activities marked participated checkbox to include only those activities for which Participated is marked on the student record.
- Mark Show activity comments on a separate line to include activity comments on the report card or transcript
- Select the Columns tab
- Add the appropriate columns, such as Activity, Hours/Week, and Comments
- For each column that you select, define the column width and enter and format the column heading
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- Au Sable River Queen
- Wisconsin Dells
- Agawa Canyon
- Fall Mystery
- Overnight Casino
- Discover Scotland
- Grand Experience
Au Sable River Queen
Cost: $114
Insurance: Included
Activity Level: 2
Date: August 23
Departs: Traverse City*
Time: 7:15 a.m.
Approximate return time: 8:45 p.m.
- Visit to the Wurtsmith Air Museum
- Lunch in Oscoda
- AuSable River Queen Cruise
Seats remaining: Please call 231-922-4911 for availability.
As of: 8-7-19
*Alternate pick-up locations may be available by request.
Wisconsin Dells
Cost: $1,949 Single, $1,599 Double, $1,399 Triple
Insurance: Included
Activity Level: 3
Date: September 8 through September 13
Departs: Traverse City
- Overnight lodging with two nights in Milwaukee, two nights in Lake Geneva, one night in the Wisconsin Dells
- Lake Express ferry and city tour of Milwaukee
- A visit to the Basilica of St. Josephat
- Tours of Miller Brewery, Harley Davidson, Top YoYo Museum
- Lake Geneva and Wisconsin Dells boat cruises
- The Tommy Bartlett Water Show
Seats remaining: 11
As of: 8-21-19
Agawa Canyon
Cost: $491 Single, $429 Double, $409 Triple, $399 Quad
Insurance: Included
Activity Level: 2
Passport or Enhanced Driver's License required.
Date: September 26 through September 27
Departs: Traverse City*
Time: 8:45 a.m.
Approximate return time: 10:50 p.m.
- Visits to the Call of the Wild Museum and Father Marquette National Memorial
- Lodging in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan at the Holiday Inn Express
- Soo Locks Dinner Cruise
- Agawa Canyon train tour
Seats remaining: SOLD OUT! Please call the Senior Center 231-922-4911 to be added to the wait list.
As of: 11-7-18
Fall Mystery
Cost: $121
Insurance: Included
Activity Level: 2
Date: October 3
Departs: Traverse City*
Time: 7:15 a.m.
Approximate return time: 8:45 p.m.
Includes lunch
- Your heart will be overflowing
- Tutti frutti
Seats remaining: 8
As of: 8-21-19
*Alternate pick-up locations may be available by request.
Overnight Casino
Cost: $156 Single, $118 Double, $107 Triple
Insurance: Included
Activity Level: 2
Date: October 7 through October 8
Departs: Traverse City
- Round Trip Motorcoach Transportation.
- One night lodging at Kewadin Casino in Sault Ste. Marie, MI.
- Day 1: $30 in rewards play and $10 food credit.
- Day 2: $30 in rewards play and Free breakfast buffet.
- Stops at: Odawa Casino, Petoskey, Kewadin Casino,-St. Ignace, Kewadin Casino-Sault Ste. Marie, MI, and Bay Mills Casino in Brimley, MI.
- Drivers gratuity and baggage handling included.
Seats remaining: 39
As of: 8-21-19
Discover Scotland
Cost: $4,864 Single, $4,364 Double, $4,334 Triple Deposit: $ 815
Insurance: Included
Activity Level: 2
Date: October 14 through October 23
Departs: Cherry Capital Airport, Traverse City
- Air departure from Cherry Capital Airport, Traverse City
- 14 Meals (eight breakfasts; six dinners)
- Scottish Cooking Experience
- Sheepdog demonstration
- Bagpipe lesson
- Visits to Edinburgh Castle, St. Andrews, Dunrobin Castle, Orkney Islands, Loch Ness,
- Isle of Skye, Armadale Castle, and a whiskey distillery
- Lodging at Radisson Blu Edinburgh, Grant Arms Hotel, Station Hotel, Ballachulish Hotel, and Radisson Blu Glasgow
Seats remaining: 25
As of: 8-21-19
Grand Experience
Cost: $1,506 Single, $786 Double, $696 Triple
Deposit $250 per person Insurance: Encouraged and made available upon request. Due to Grand Hotel restrictions there are NO REFUNDS for this tour without trip insurance.
Activity Level: 2
Date: October 21 through October 24
$250 Deposit Due by: June 1, 2019
Departs: Traverse City*
Time: 8:00 a.m.
Approximate return time: 8:30 p.m.
- Deluxe motorcoach transportation, round trip ferry
- Three nights and four days at the Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island
- Champagne Reception
- Three breakfasts, two luncheon buffets, one box lunch, afternoon tea, and five-course dinner every night
- Island Carriage Tour, Grand Hotel history lecture
- Nightly dancing with the Grand Hotel orchestra
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Brenda Schmidt for DESK SPACE
I love my workspace. It's simple, neutral and neat. What you can't see in the photo is the window to the left. It faces east. Under the window is a baseboard heater. On cool mornings I warm my feet on it while I'm reading poems. That's how I begin my day.
I spend much of my day at that desk. It faces the south wall. On the left is a small filing cabinet for current projects and research material. Right now it contains the latest drafts of a new collection of poems and the beginnings of a novel.
On top of the cabinet is a bulletin board where I pin fresh drafts of poems, the postcards that I receive from my pop culture mentor (including the ever disturbing "Penguin of Death" postcard), a list of books and movies, a newspaper clipping an artist sent me because she knew it applies to one of my projects, and a tiny ink sketch of a cat who is no longer with us. She used to sit up on the bookcases behind me and watch me work.
On the wall above the computer is a piece by Cara Winsor Hehir of St. John's, Newfoundland. I bought it a couple years back after I saw it on her blog. The female form is bold and strong. When I'm having doubts about my work I just look up.
To the right is a small bookcase where I keep a few reference texts and current reading. There's a black box on top which is full of postcards and letters from writers. A stuffed spider, a gift from a writer, sits on the lid.
On the left side of the monitor are some things that writers have given me over the years: a stuffed cat that's stuffed into a pen holder, a horseshoe off a horse named Willie, a cow-in-a-dress finger puppet inside an Aussie Kangaroo Pouch, three rocks and a little pewter chair. Just looking at them makes me feel lucky.
On the floor just to the right of me is a set of 10 lb weights. When I'm stuck on a line I'll pick them up and do some reps. And beside the desk is a step which I also use when I'm stuck. I get stuck a lot. But that's ok. At least I'm fit.
Of course the best part of my workspace is the wall of books behind me.
Brenda Schmidt's third collection of poetry, Cantos From Wolverine Creek, came out this spring. She lives in Creighton, a mining town in northern Saskatchewan. She can see Western Explosives, Ltd. from her window.
Other books by Brenda Schmidt: More Than Three Feet of Ice and A Haunting Sun
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Tips for Finding a Program | If there is No Program
Looking for a quality aferschool program? Here are some places to start:
1. Ask a teacher or principal at your school if they have an afterschool program. If not, ask why. Tell them about the 21st Century Community Learning Centers program and for more information visit the website.
2. Contact community organizations such as:
- Boys & Girls Clubs of America: 1-800-854-CLUB
- 4-H Council, www.fourhcouncil.edu
- Girls, Inc.: (212) 509-2000
- Camp Fire USA
- Park & Recreation Department
- Churches, synagogues and mosques
- Police Athletic Leagues
- After School All Stars
3. Talk to other parents, guardians and grandparents about what their children and grandchildren do after school. They might be able to tell you about good programs in the area.
4. Call your local child care resource and referral office. They will have a directory of afterschool programs in your area. You can find them in the blue, white and yellow pages of the phone book under child care, or visit www.childcareaware.org.
5. Afterschool often is part of larger programs. They can be found at community centers, settlement houses, community learning centers, full-service schools, museums and libraries. Look for programs called Lighted Schools, Beacons, Extended Learning Centers and Supplemental Educational Services. Community arts councils and youth employment programs also might be offering programs after school.
6. The federal government maintains a directory of local youth afterschool programs searchable by zip code:http://www.findyouthinfo.gov/
Are you an afterschool provider? No matter how stellar your program is, no one will know if they can't find it. Be sure to register or list your program with your local child care resource and referral service, and the social services information and referral service. Also, put your program in the phone book, and let reference librarians know about it. Brainstorm other places people might look for afterschool, such as city, school district and state education agency websites, and ask whether you can list your program there.
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Don't give up. Many afterschool programs have been created by residents and parents in partnership with schools, organizations and other concerned individuals. Just think: if you are interested in a high quality afterschool program for children, there must be many others who are also interested. There are people near you—at places such as the library, police stations, community centers and foundations — that can help. 9 out of 10 Americans, whether they have children or not, agree that all kids should have access to afterschool programs. Here are some steps you can take to get one started in your community:
Talk to parents, guardians, grandparents and concerned neighbors. Find out if others in your community are interested in having afterschool programs. Working in larger numbers gives you greater strength and influence.
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Contact other people in your community who might help. Call any or all of the people listed here for guidance on finding or starting an afterschool program. Start with: local police, the mayor, city councilperson, local YMCAs, parks & recreation director, Boys & Girls Clubs, 4-H staff, Urban League, Cooperative Extension Service, labor organizations, arts organizations and museums, PTA, local chapter of NAACP and La Raza, local businesses, libraries, community centers, and local churches, synagogues and mosques. Ask each one if he/she could contribute ideas, time or money to help start an afterschool program in your community.
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Do you believe in love at first sight?
Do you believe dreams come true?
Do you believe in all this, I know I do!
I believe that dreams come true
because I have always dreamed of someone like you .
I believe in love at first sight
because it just felt so right when I saw you that night.
Now I believe, so, baby, please never leave ,
just stay with me and maybe you will finally see
that you also believe in me !!!
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Open my heart,
seeing that you already have the key,
Open my heart to meet with the pleasure of your life,
Open my heart,
So far you will find your heart desire,
Open my heart to come accross your life wonders,
Open my heart,
To determine that it was for good,
Open my heart,
To get to know utterly its aspiration,
Open my heart,
In order to find what i devoted for you,
Open my heart,
That's the only way to verify the truth,
Open my heart,
To find no difficulty to trust me,
Open my heart,
This where resides the true love,
Open my heart,
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Open my heart.
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Love is a gamble
Messing with you is a game
Without you love wouldn't be the same
Where do I point the hand of blame
When I should be the one in shame
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Because of you
my world is now whole,
Because of you
love lives in my soul.
Because of you
I have laughter in my eyes,
Because of you
I am no longer afraid of good-byes.
You are my pillar
my stone of strength,
With me through all seasons
and great times of length.
My love for you is pure
boundless through space and time,
it grows stronger everyday
with the knowledge that you'll always be mine.
At the altar
I will joyously say 'I do',
for I have it all now
and it's all because of you…. AZUL
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The musical nightingale told me
that you are thinking about me
just as I am thinking of you…
breezes thro' the trees whispered
that sometime between sunset and sunrise,
we will meet in Heaven's rendezvous.
Ah – and the waning moon promised
you would be there anon, holding me
tenderly – singing our love song.
I always believe the harvest moon
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And how could a nightingale ever lie?
So tonight will be our night of nights
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Glow lady
Outshine the moon
Your radiance lends warmth
To the sun, at high noon
You are beautiful-
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In comparison to you
Even fire seems cold.
Glow lady
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Life is a stream
On which we strew
Petal by petal the flower of our heart;
The end lost in dream,
They float past our view,
We only watch their glad, early start.
Freighted with hope,
Crimsoned with joy,
We scatter the leaves of our opening rose;
Their widening scope,
Their distant employ,
We never shall know. And the stream as it flows
Sweeps them away,
Each one is gone
Ever beyond into infinite ways.
We alone stay
While years hurry on,
The flower fared forth, though its fragrance still stays.


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by Chantal R
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Can a broken coccyx cause my ankles to be swollen?
And hands to go numb? I have very mild carpal tunnel, but within 6 hrs of being bucked of my horse, my ankles swelled, and have stayed swollen..
And now my hands go numb doing everything.
Hello Chantal,
It's takes a considerable force to fracture the coccyx, and often things happen at the same time. But I'm struggling to think what may cause your ankles to swell.
My advice is a visit to your GP to check your blood pressure, urine test for kidney infection, and perhaps even an opinion from a cardiologist. All these can cause swollen ankles.
Carpal tunnel is often related to a fixated rib in the neck, and certainly that fall would have shaken your neck and upper thoracics up to. Perhaps a visit to a chiropractor for an examination might also be in order.
Now you know why chiropractors hate horses! Or rather falls from horses. But I ride motorbikes and fly gliders so I'd better keep my mouth shut! Do what you're passionate about, but do try not to fall, especially now.
Dr B
Join in and write your own page! It's easy to do. How? Simply click here to return to Chiropractic Help question: (Coccyx removal fractured coccyx bruised coccyx).
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Interesting challenges of the day
1. Mr S is a 76 year old man with neck pain of some 9 months duration. Luckily, most of the discomfort is upper cervical which is only rarely arthritic; his lower cervical spine is a degenerative mess that I've left alone. After seven treatments his pain and stiffness is 50 percent better, and he's happy in the circumstances. He can sleep through the night now and that makes a huge difference.
2. Mr P is 32 year old man with very severe lower back pain radiating to the big toe which is 30 percent numb. He had an episode three weeks ago, took anti inflammatories and was soon better as is typical of the medial disc herniation. But before it healed, after a trivia it came roaring back, much worse. The characteristic crossed sign was evident; sitting in a chair, straightening the right leg provoked severe left back pain and tingling in the leg. He's doing well.
3. Severe lower back pain is scary; just ask Mrs P. Just watching her get out of the car I she was in trouble; she had a slipped disc at L4 making her lean towards the opposite side; luckily she had no pain in the leg. Despite family pressure that this was far too severe for a chiropractor, she persevered. Within five days she was standing upright, and after two weeks almost painfree.
Despite a hectic job, she wisely took my advice and stayed home for what I call exercising bed rest.
4. Mr S has had lower back, groin and back of thigh and calf pain for fourth months.
He has a pincer deformity in the hip causing the stabs in the groin, and a degenerative facet causing the sciatica. Both are responding well to chiropractic and he's well pleased; sixty five percent better after three treatments.
5. Mr T is a wise man; he's taken a warning TIA seriously and has lost 15 pounds, and has at least as much again to lose. A change to a low starch diet and half hour daily walk has made the difference; but the walking is making his foot and back miserable. The expensive orthotic is hopeless; luckily his hips and back are fine, but he needs a simple heel lift.
6. I too have had serious lower back issues, luckily fixed by my own chiropractor; so I too have to do my exercises, take care when lifting supers full of honey, gardening and using the chainsaw. Regaining the function of your spine is just as important as the pain.
7. My own granddaughter, only 7 is hypermobile giving her pelvic, knee and ankle issues. Xrays show a mildly dysplastic hip. Years ago we would have called it growing pains. She too regularly needs chiropractic care and luckily responds well. Increased range of motion is more difficult than too stiff in my opinion. Our care is for kids too.
8. This 65 year old lady is a serious gardener; every day she is bending, lifting and digging for 2 to 3 hours a day. It regularly catches her in the sacroiliac joint, so she has a treatment once a month that sorts it out. She does her lower back exercises faithfully.
9. This 88 year old lady is an inspiration; every day she is busy in the community. With a nasty scoliosis she manages very well with a chiropractic adjustment every six weeks and exercises faithfully done.
10. Mr X is a 71 year old retired man who wants to continue with maintenance care every six to eight weeks; he had suffered from two years of lower back pain when he first came a year ago. He has no discomfort now after 8 chiropractic treatments, but is aware that danger lurks.
11. Mrs C has been having severe headaches, and taking a lot of analgesics. It's a non complicated upper cervical facet syndrome, and she's doing well.
12. Mr D is a 38 old year man with chronic shoulder pain after a rotator cuff tear playing cricket. It responded well to treatment, but he knows he must do his exercises every day; for two years he couldn't sleep on that shoulder.
13. Mr D, a 71 year old man, has a severe ache in the shoulder and midback since working above his head. Trapped nerve tests are negative but he has advanced degenerative joints of Luschka; after just two treatments he is 50 percent better. Can we reach 90?
And so the day goes; chiropractors shouldn't be treating the elderly most medical sites state but that's so much bunkum.
Have a problem that's not getting better? Looking for a different slant on your pain? Want to pose a question?
CLS writes:
Greetings, Dr B.
You helped me quite some time back with a soothing and professional response which turned out to be exactly correct. I now consult a local chiropractor. You write a superb newsletter, too.
Your own unresolved problem. Pose a question
Knowing that up to 70% of the time the correct diagnosis is made with no examination, no special tests, no xrays, but just from the history, there's a fair chance I can add some insight to your unresolved problem. But at least 30% of the time, I may be quite wrong! Give plenty of detail if you want a sensible reply.
You visited this chiropractic help site no doubt because you have a problem that is not resolving and want to know more about what chiropractors do.
The quickest and most interesting way is to read one of my ebooks of anecdotes. Described by a reader as gems, both funny and healthful, from the life and work of a chiropractor, you'll love them. Priced right at $2.99, though Kindle fiddles the price without telling me.


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My RR6, rotating magazine . 6 shots
Hello, sorry for my bad english,
My RR6 is made with pvc
ratio: 1.08 - using 5.4% vol. butane (refill lighters)
speed recharging
firing 45mm bouncing ball
3dsmax developped for best "sizing" into all elements.
electronic sparking
lib developped by me.
chamber 55 CI canon 50 CI
a valve (see it on 4° photoshoot on top left) made by me, is hand opened ( a spring is for close automatically )
the butan gaz is reguled and mixed with a "venturi" system,
venturi system example here : http://www.cegep-ste-foy.qc.ca/freesite ... enturi.swf
or this, working with venturi effect: http://www.campingaz.com/FR/images/Prod ... /23814.jpg
the venturi is optional, but it make a better mix.
the important point is : the flow of the butane is in adequation with the flow of the fan, reguled with the little faucet.
this make a perfect and permanent reguled mix.
VIDEOS: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1_OrwD1if1c

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Very nice, I love the overall look!
Shame the magazine is not self-indexing though, maybe you could add a spring and detent? After executing such a fine piece of work it shouldn't be a big deal.
wow... I've got to second ilovetoblowtinghsup... we want more info
ohh and welcome to spudfiles!!
Children are the future
unless we stop them now
thanks for your "greatings"? sorry but my english is bad, please if you write to me, (i use reverso.net to translate your text), reverso need a perfect text and not abreviation. sorry for this unconvenience.
i've perfectly note that you want more info .. i update the first post
video is on the first post, on below of the post.
WOW! Beautifully done. Very unique design for a combustion. Your fueling and ignition system seems very consistant...the rotary loader and breach setup looks painfully simple to use for what I am sure required significant engineering effort.
It looks relatively lightweight and the layout of everything is really well done. Exceptional cannon!!
Welcome to Spudfiles!
Great work, beautiful balance of implementation.
With the 360 degree flow out the chamber (4 elbows) surprised spent fuel/oxygen doesn't have a noticeable effect on consistency. I can see a lot of designer deduction took place, backyard builder respect.
http://www.spudfiles.com/forums/eclipse ... t7879.html
http://www.spudfiles.com/forums/40mm-ru ... 18188.html
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^You should like this.
@pimpmann22: in the red box: this black box contains the electronic ignitor and battery, you can see the red wires on right, going into chamber.
Further to my suggestion on making the magazine automatic, this is how the ratchet mechanism on my Daystate magazine works:
Hi all ,
A new video of my RR6: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1_OrwD1if1c
Just one shot? How a video of a magazine dump
Hey, Nice combustion cannon you got there!
Do you use a butane refill cartridge for lighters or a normal propane bottle?
Could you explaine how the "venturi system" works or do you know a good manual? Your link is no longer available.
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Minerals are essential for life and used by every living cell in the human body. Mineral deficiency is rare in the United States, but some Americans do not get enough of certain minerals in their diet. Minerals most often lacking in the American diet include calcium, potassium, magnesium and iron.
While calcium often goes hand in hand with bone health, you also need calcium to regulate heart rate, lower cholesterol and develop muscles. Women are more likely than men not to get enough calcium in their diet, according to the federal Office of Dietary Supplements. A lack of calcium in the diet over the short term produces no obvious symptoms because the blood is able to regulate calcium levels. Over the long term, however, calcium deficiency affects bone health and increases the risk of osteoporosis. Adults need 1,000 to 1,200 milligrams of calcium a day. To meet your daily calcium needs, drink milk and eat more yogurt, sardines and tofu.
Iron is necessary for the transportation of oxygen in your blood. As much as 80 percent of the world's population lacks enough iron in their diet, according to the Office of Dietary Supplements. Iron deficiency can make you feel weak and tired, increase your risk of getting sick and affect your ability to work. Women 18 to 50 need 18 milligrams of iron a day, while men and women over 50 need 8 milligrams a day. Animal meats, such as beef and poultry, are good sources of iron, as are soy foods and spinach.
Potassium helps regulate blood pressure, nerve function and muscle control. Most Americans do not get enough potassium in their diets because they eat too many processed foods, according to Colorado State University Extension. Adults need 4,700 milligrams of potassium a day. Eating more fruits and vegetables can help you meet your daily potassium needs. Foods particularly high in potassium include apricots, oranges, bananas, greens, broccoli and milk.
Magnesium is found in a large variety of foods, and deficiency is rare, according to the Gale Encyclopedia of Public Health, but it can occur if you eat a poor diet. Magnesium helps regulate heart and muscle function. Not getting enough can make you feel irritable and nervous. Eating foods such as pumpkin, soybeans, brown rice and almonds can help you meet your daily requirements of this mineral, which for adults is 380 milligrams a day.
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The University of Tulsa's Crash Reconstruction Research Consortium is a privately funded research group focused on advancing concepts and understanding in the field of crash reconstruction. Some of the research and services provided include:
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- Passenger Vehicle Event Data Recorder Accuracy Assessment
- Critical Speed Yaw Analysis
The consortium has a YouTube Channel that features many of the crash tests performed over the years: TheTUCRRC
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AC power to homes, factories and offices is normally delivered at a frequency of 50 or 60 Hz, depending on the region of the world where you live. Power generation companies are obliged to deliver "clean" sinusoidal supply voltages within certain limits set by national regulatory bodies. If the load presented by the consumer is linear, the current waveform is also sinusoidal.
Many modern devices do not present linear loads to the AC supply. Instead they take "bites" out of the supply waveform, so the current drawn includes harmonics of the 50 or 60 Hz fundamental supply frequency.
Harmonics are a distortion of the normal electrical current waveform. Switch mode power supplies (SMPS), variable speed motors and drives, lighting controls, personal computers, TVs and battery chargers are examples of nonlinear loads.
SMPS contribute a large part of the non-linear electrical load on most electrical distribution systems. For example, all computer systems use SMPS that convert utility AC voltage to regulated low-voltage DC for internal electronics. These non-linear power supplies draw current in short, high-amplitude pulses that create significant distortion in the electrical current and voltage wave shape – harmonic distortion, measured as total harmonic distortion (THD). The distortion travels back into the power source and can affect other equipment connected to the same source.
Most power systems can accommodate a certain level of harmonic currents, but experience problems when harmonics become a significant component of the overall load. As higher frequency harmonic currents flow through the power system, they can cause problems and damage, such as:
Harmonics are currents or voltages with frequencies that are integer multiples of the fundamental power frequency. If the fundamental power frequency is 50 Hz, then the second harmonic is 100 Hz, the third is 150 Hz and so on.
The PicoScope 4444 is ideal for measuring current and voltage harmonics from single and three-phase systems. The oscilloscope allows the waveforms to be viewed in the time domain and the spectrum allows the harmonics to be displayed and THD to be automatically measured.


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Nick West
Ever since I can remember, country music has been my life. One of my first childhood memories is riding in the backseat of a family friend's jacked up Toyota Tacoma, blasting "Summertime Blues" by Alan Jackson. That day, I knew what I was born to do. My mission ever since has been to create music that makes people feel good, crank it up, and sing along.
I grew up under the evergreens just outside of Seattle, WA. I started creating music when I was five years old and I've been playing professionally since I was sixteen. From living rooms and intimate venues to fields and auditoriums, I love connecting with all types of audiences.
I grew up listening to many styles of music, and incorporate these influences into my songwriting and playing. My take on country music stays true to the genre's roots while exploring a piano-driven sound that incorporates hints of R&B, pop, and rock.
I currently do not have any original music released, but I'm regularly putting out Youtube covers of popular country songs. Behind the scenes, I am growing my catalogue of original music while collaborating with other artists and songwriters. Some of my music has been featured in various film and TV placements, including movies on the Hallmark Chanel.
I'm very thankful to the outpouring of support from family, friends, and fans as I continue to build my audience, share my content, and pursue my truth full-time. I am blessed to work with a small, dedicated team that believes in what I do and helps me to share my music with the world. Please engage with me on social media and do not hesitate to hit me up. I'd love to meet you.
- Nick West
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So the other day I was lying on my back while Josh read the scriptures aloud, pressing down on my belly with my fingers. I was in the middle of absently pushing on my tummy to see what reaction the baby would have, when suddenly I found out.
My fingers went flying off. What a kick! A little someone did not like me intruding into his personal space! I was so startled that tears came to my eyes.
A few moments later, Josh was able to feel the baby move for the first time. But I think Jr. only elbowed his daddy, because it wasn't nearly as strong as the kick I had experienced moments before.
This little person growing inside of me does unexpected things all the time, completely independent of whatever my own body is doing. Yesterday I felt him kicking me in body parts I didn't even know I had! My poor spleen!
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Saying Goodbye
Saying goodbye to niece and nephews Leah, Mason and Owen after a week of babysitting them.
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September 6, 2007
So sad!!!
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Nicky and Lily
Our nieces Nicky and Lily, with their parents, Alissa and Greg.
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How to locate your home's main water shutoff valve
When you move into a new home, one of the very first things you'll want to do is locate the main water shutoff valve. This is the primary connection between the water that travels from your town's supply to your home's plumbing system. If there is ever an emergency, like a burst pipe that is flooding your property and causing thousands of dollars in damage, you'll need to access this valve immediately so that no new water can enter your home.
In a lot of cases, the water travels through three different city-installed valves before passing through your main shutoff valve. This is most often located in the basement or the outside wall of many houses.
These valves always have a handle on them that you simply have to turn clockwise to cut the flow of water. If the pipes leading into your house are metal, usually copper, then you probably have a gate valve. This design essentially brings a wall down when the handle is turned that keeps the water at bay. A big problem with this is that if the handle doesn't get turned over a long period of time, it may get stuck and be difficult to turn when you need it to. It's best to test this valve immediately if you haven't in a long time to make sure that it's still working when you need it most.
If there are plastic pipes leading into your house, you're likely to have a ball valve at the shutoff point. These kinds of valves require you to turn the handle clockwise a quarter of the way to seal off water.
Should you discover that your valve isn't effectively turning off the flow of water into your house, contact at Gaithersburg plumbing service like John C. Flood to come inspect potential flaws in your home's plumbing.


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Ginger Berry Vodka Soda
September has arrived and I'm itching for my favorite season to kick in already. But seeing as it's 80° and muggy, there's no reason we can't give you one last summer cocktail. When I discovered this can of ginger berry sunshine I knew it needed to be in a drink. The can was just too pretty and it tasted too good to not be showcased with some fruit and fancy liquor. Speaking of the ginger berry sunshine, it has a really great backstory and description (it can't get much better than "when you're hungover it's a cheeseburger"). I haven't tried it as a hangover cure but now I'm curious.
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This is a place for my genealogy. At this time I am researching Isaac John Wardle History. He was a Mormon handcart pioneer.
Saturday, May 31, 2014
Grandfather Charles J. Wright SIgnature
Charles James Wright birth: 27 October 1885 Pleasant Grove, Utah
death: 13 May 1958, Idaho Falls, Idaho
Sunday, May 25, 2014
More of Mom's Pictures
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Verna Larene Wardle Green: Funeral Program
Verna was born July 10, 1929, to James Wilford and Melissa Ann Shaw Wardle in Rigby, Idaho. SHe was the youngest of their eight children. Three of her siblis died as babies, so the family she grew up in had three sisters and a brother.
Her sisters were Audre (Ellis) Chase, Lula (Jack) Beasley, Phyllis (James) Olsen and James (Ileen) Wardle. They all preceded her in death. After graduating from high school, Verna jointed the United States Army, and was always proud of her service in the military.
While in the Army she met and married the love of her life, Bill Green. They were later sealed in the LDS Temple and they enjoyed giving service to their community and to their church. Together they had three children, Danny (Sadie) Green, Billy Green and LaRene Green.
After leaving the Army, Verna obtained her teaching certificate and taught at several schools in Eastern Idaho. She always loved being a teacher. Bill, her husband, was a great mechanic and they spent many years living in California, where Bill became a top troubleshooter for a large trucking company.
Verna enjoyed giving service to her fellow men and was always finding ways to help out. Her and the family enjoyed camping, and she always loved going beck to Teton Basin to inspire her soul. Verna also served as an election worker and was passionate about people voting. She felt that her and Bill served in the military to protect our right to vote.
She was a collector and always had a lot of interesting items to share with her family and friends. But Verna's greatest love was for quilting and sewing. To have one of Verna's quilts was always a highlight of her family and friends.
Verna is survived by her daughter, Larene; three grandchildren, Danielle, Gene (Aeriana) and Stephani (Austin); six great-grandchildren, and two great-great-grandchildren.
Saturday, May 24, 2014
Marvin O. Ashton, General Authority Visited the Wright Home.
I found this music in mom's stuff, and assume this is the music Bishop Ashton sent to here. There was also a piece for six hands.
James Wardle and Ileen J. Wright: Wedding
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|Ray and Edna Brandley (mom's aunt and uncle) Barbara and Shirley Brandley (cousins?)
|Mr. and Mrs. William E. Springall (mom's brpther)
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Oh my god this first one might as well be named specifically for us. It's too perfect. This week's MPPH covers episodes 17 ("An Animated Mess") and 18 ("Worth a Princess's Ransom"). That first one… man it's a doozy.
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Sandra L. Tuck
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Sandra L. Tuck, age 55, lifelong resident of Youngstown, died unexpectedly on Wednesday April 12, 2017 in Mt. St. Mary's Hospital in Lewiston.
Sandy was born October 6, 1961 in Newfane, NY, the daughter of Glenn J. Sanger and the late Helen (Hastings) Sanger. She was a 1979 graduate of Lewiston-Porter High School and received her Associate's Degree in Business from Niagara County Community College.
Farming was Sandy's life. She was involved in her family farm for the past 40 years. She married Michael Tuck on March 21, 1992 and they have owned and operated Sanger Farms in Youngstown since her father retired in September of 2013.
Sandy was a communicant of St. Bernard RC Church in Youngstown and was a member of the Niagara River Region Chamber of Commerce. She loved baking, antiquing, and being with her family.
In addition to her father and husband Sandy is survived by her children, Lisa (Matthew) Vanderhider, Carly (Joseph) Lauzonis, Shari Posa, Rogan and Claitan Tuck; her grandchildren, Edynn and Faith; four sisters, Nancy (Jim) Hedges, Barbara (Jim) Bottum, Gwen (David) Carson, and Michele (Frank) Porreca; two brothers, Carl (Kelly) and Daniel (Teri) Sanger; several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.
Friends may call at HARDISON FUNERAL HOME, 3648 Ransomville Road, Ransomville on Tuesday from 1 - 4 and 7 - 9 pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, April 19, at 10:00 am in St. Bernard RC Church, Hinman & Second Streets, Youngstown, with the Rev. Msgr. David G. LiPuma officiating. (Please assemble at Church). Burial will follow in North Ridge Cemetery, Church Rd. Town of Cambria.To send flowers to the family of Sandra Tuck, please visit Tribute Store
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LONDON (Reuters) - Japanese banks and companies have nearly doubled their dollar-denominated debt issuance this year to the second highest on record as they seek to avoid the unusually high costs of raising dollars in other parts of the financial markets.
The yawning gap between dollar and yen "cross-currency basis", a consequence of diverging U.S. and Japanese monetary policy as well as tighter banking regulation, was highlighted by the Bank for International Settlements (BIS) in its quarterly review last week.
"Cross currency basis" is effectively the cost of swapping one currency into another without the exchange rate risk and is a measure of the scarcity of one currency relative to the other.
In benign markets, there is virtually no premium for one currency over others in the FX basis market. But the premium for dollar funds has stayed stubbornly high this year.
If central bankers and market watchdogs are monitoring this niche area of financial markets, Japanese corporations are avoiding it, preferring to raise dollar cash by issuing bonds.
According to Thomson Reuters data Japanese firms raised $51.9 billion in dollar-denominated bonds this year up to Sept. 20. That's up 88 percent from a year ago, the most for any comparable period since the $58.9 billion in 1989, and the second highest since records began in the 1970s.
Around two thirds of issuance has come from banks and other financial institutions, reflecting the sector's reliance on and exposure to dollar markets. Dollar-denominated issuance by European firms has also risen sharply, up 23 percent to $262 billion.
But the pressure is greater on Japanese institutions, which have higher dollar borrowing levels and therefore greater dollar funding needs.
This comes as the three-month dollar/yen currency basis JPYCBS3M=TRDT is trading around -70 basis points, signifying a 70 bps premium for dollar funding over comparable yen borrowings.
The gap has been between -70 and -75 bps for the last few months, the widest for five years, and coincides with a broader rise in dollar funding and borrowing costs such as dollar London interbank offered rates (Libor).
"Unlike 2007, Libor spread widening this time around is not associated with systemic pressures. But a worry here, as seen in the widening of basis spreads, is that while markets are de-risking they are less able to channel liquidity efficiently," said Lena Komileva, head of G+ Economics, a consultancy.
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Tighter post-crisis regulation in the shape of constraints on banks' balance sheets and reform to U.S. money market funds that takes effect next month are pushing up dollar Libor and the cost of hedging foreign exchange risk.
Financial contracts worth trillions of dollars are tied to Libor. Libor and its premia over risk-free interest rates are often seen as a barometer of the health of the banking system.
There's no suggestion that the plumbing of the global banking system is getting gummed up like it did in 2007-08, when the complete seizure of lending precipitated the financial crisis and the worst recession since the 1930s.
But the Geneva-based BIS, often seen as a central bank to the central banks, noted that tighter regulation limiting banks' activity in derivatives markets, growing demand from market players to hedge their FX exposure and continued uncertainty over monetary policy all meant that the gaps could persist.
"Even in the absence of bank funding strains like those seen during the great financial crisis, a sufficiently high net demand for currency hedges could result in persistent deviations," the BIS said in its quarterly review.
The Fed has done nothing since last December, yet dollar Libor and the gap between Libor and the Fed's main fed funds interest rate are both the highest since 2009.
This effective tightening of financial conditions has put an extra squeeze on banks. Japanese and European banks have felt the strain more than most, their shares down nearly 30 percent and more than 20 percent so far this year, respectively.
The Fed is widely expected to refrain from raising rates later on Wednesday, pushing the likely time for a move to December, according to economists.
Earlier on Wednesday, the Bank of Japan overhauled its monetary policy framework, after more than three years of massive money printing has done little to jolt the economy out of a decades-long funk.
"There's room for concern if the Fed is more hawkish, especially in dollar/yen basis. That could introduce more pressure," said Tim Graf, managing director and head of macro strategy, EMEA, at State Street in London.
"Libor spreads have to weigh on the Fed's mind because not everyone funds themselves at central bank rates. It's a sign of tighter financial conditions," he said.
Last week, Goldman Sachs' global financial conditions index and the Chicago Fed's adjusted national financial conditions index both hit their highest since July.
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Texas A&M University senior, Emily Boster, has been named as a 2012 recipient of a $10,000 national award by the Astronaut Scholarship Foundation (ASF). This award is given to 28 of the brightest and most promising students across the country with interests in science or engineering.
Boster has been recognized based on her outstanding achievements. She has worked at the Astronomical Instrumentation Laboratory in Texas A&M's Department of Physics and Astronomy, which has a larger role in developing and assembling tools such as VIRUS, an instrument which will be used by astronomers to understand dark energy, and components of the Giant Magellan Telescope, the world's largest optical telescope. Recently, she has developed her own research project on flying vehicles and will be participating in a research exchange program this summer at the Indian Institute of Technology in Kanpur.
Undergraduate research has played a major role in Boster's educational and career path. "I wouldn't be where I am today if I hadn't become involved with research as a freshman at A&M. I switched to Aerospace Engineering only after being exposed to engineering and physics at TAMU's Astronomical Instrumentation Lab," she said.
Boster's experience in Undergraduate Research through her work with Dr. Raktim Bhattacharya, Associate Professor in the Department of Aerospace Engineering, has helped solidify her interest in designing flying vehicles.
The goal of her project is to design a new type of flying machine that is configurable to meet various heavy lifting applications for civilian purposes. "The applications for such machines are limitless, ranging from disaster relief to parcel delivery to reconnaissance. We hope to develop the first prototype and we eventually hope to patent the design," wrote Boster in her essay to the ASF.
She credits undergraduate research with opportunities she never thought were possible. "My experiences in research have been the most important part of my education so far. They have helped me discover what I enjoy and what possibilities exist for my future," Boster said.
The ASF scholarship opens many doors for its students, not only financially but also through its organization of industry-leading professionals and students. "Other than the financial aspect, I am looking forward to being part of a network of the unique and innovative individuals that are part of the Astronaut Scholarship Foundation. I know I will be inspired by the people who I will come in contact with through ASF," said Boster
Boster plans to graduate in fall 2013 and hopes to continue her studies by pursuing a graduate degree sometime in the future. While Boster has not solidified her educational plans yet, she knows she would like to gain industry experience. As for this fall, she plans to continue work in the Astronomical Instrumentation Laboratory and research on her autonomous vehicle. Her future goals include creating "greener" technology for the planet, traveling to other countries to unite efforts in aerospace research, and the development of programs across Texas, especially in South Texas, to ignite a passion in students for engineering and sciences.
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If you're reading this site, you're probably a bit cynical when it comes to government reports, or at the very least, you are a realist and expect some shenanigans may be distorting the truth.
That is the argument we've attempted to make several times, that through questionable reporting tactics, the US government has continued to hide unpleasant economic realities like high inflation, high unemployment and a stagnant economy that plods along on high levels of deficit spending.
The unemployment rate is one area that everyone, even those in the otherwise uninformed general public, recognize as the defining feature of economic health. Of course, as Daniel R. Amerman notes, it's all a lie or at the very least, a confusing mess.
"The government's own data base shows that about 9 million people without jobs have been removed from the labor force simply by the government defining them as not being in the labor force anymore.
Indeed – effectively all of the decreases in unemployment rate percentages since 2009 have come not from new jobs, but through reducing the workforce participation rate so that millions of jobless people are removed from the labor force by definition.
When we pierce through this statistical smoke and mirrors and factor back in those 9 million jobless whom the government has defined out of existence, then the true unemployment rate is 19.9 percent and rising, and not 8.3 percent and falling."
The common defense of this is that many of these people are retiring Baby Boomers. We've disputed this, but finally Amerman has some numbers to back up this supposition.
"74 percent of the jobless who have been removed from unemployment calculations are in the 16-54 age bracket, with only 26 percent in the 55 and above bracket. Yes, the population is aging, but the heart of the workforce participation deception isn't about the old."
The chief argument against Amerman's point is that it is inappropriate to suggest that the labor force should remain constant. This is true to and 9 million is almost certainly an exaggeration, but there are significant numbers of people uncounted by official reports who want to work, but can't. There are all sorts of possible ways people, especially young people, can be left out of government surveys. This is in keeping with his view that the young are absorbing the brunt of the mismeasurement.
UPDATE: According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics's own projections, the labor force participation rate has fallen far faster than it should have due to simple demographics. According to this chart, courtesy of analysts Doug Short and Mish Shedlock, the BLS has continued to underestimate the drop in labor force participation, indicating that the drop is more than a shift in demographics.
Amerman goes into detail about what this means for all sorts of projections, ranging from our entitlement and retirement systems to budget projections. He concludes:
"The job base among the young has been shrinking. The longer those two forces are occurring simultaneously, the faster the gap between expectations and reality grows, and the sooner the arrival of a crisis which could dwarf what we have seen to date… This is a national emergency, and what is needed more than anything else is full honesty about what is happening, and a nation pulling together to change what can be changed."
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National Landscape Conservation System Signed Into Law by President Obama
Landmark National Landscape Conservation System Law Unites More than 26 Million Acres of Our Nation's Best Public Land
WASHINGTON - At a ceremony earlier today, President Obama signed into law legislation permanently establishing the National Landscape Conservation System, which will protect and restore the most scenic, ecologically and historically significant lands under the jurisdiction of the Bureau of Land Management. The System, the first of its kind in 50 years, consists of National Monuments, National Conservation Areas, Wilderness Areas, Wild and Scenic Rivers, National Scenic and Historic Trails and other protective designations totaling over 850 sites and 26 million acres.
"This is an historic moment for our public lands. Future generations will look back at this day as one of the most important dates in American land conservation history," said William Meadows, President of The Wilderness Society.
The National Landscape Conservation System contains areas of rich archaeological and cultural significance including Canyons of Ancients National Monument in southwest Colorado, and Agua Fria National Monument in Arizona as well as vast wild areas such as Nevada's Black Rock Desert National Conservation Area and California's King Range National Conservation Area. The Conservation System protects critical habitat for fish and wildlife, provides access to world-class hunting and fishing, and offers challenging recreation for the self-guided adventurer.
"These places tell the story of America -- they truly are the 'crown jewels' of the Bureau of Land Management's land. Now, thanks to a concerted effort by many people, their future is more secure. That's good news for everybody," said Richard Moe, president of the National Trust for Historic Preservation.
"Even as a passionate supporter and regular visitor to our National Parks and Wilderness Areas, I was unaware that an enormous number of our nation's wildest and most historically significant public lands were outside this network, poorly managed and under threat," said Edward Norton, actor, conservationist, and National Conservation System Foundation Board Member. "By permanently approving the National Landscape Conservation System, Congress has ensured that these irreplaceable natural treasures will receive the protection they deserve."
Other federal land management agencies already oversee land conservation systems, including the National Park System and the National Wildlife Refuge System. By approving legislation establishing the National Landscape Conservation System, Congress has entrusted the Bureau of Land Management with protecting the United States' newest land conservation system.
"Each generation leaves a legacy to future generations," said Stewart Udall, former U.S. Secretary of the Interior. "This is right at the heart of the National Landscape Conservation System."
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Field Marshal Slim 'molested British boys sent to Australia'
One of the most respected British generals of the Second World War will be accused of sexually molesting young boys while he was Governor-General of Australia.
Viscount Slim, a field marshal, who died in 1970, chaired a foundation that ran a farm school for British children from impoverished backgrounds who had been sent to Australia for a fresh start. The Supreme Court of New South Wales ruled that 65 plaintiffs had the right to sue the state government, the Australian Government and the foundation chaired by Slim.
It is alleged that on repeated visits to the Fairbridge Farm School in rural New South Wales, William Slim, who served as the Queen's representative in Australia between 1953 and 1960, abused boys as they rode with him…