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Epic Mickey Gets Release Date: November 30Warren Spector's Epic Mickey will be released on November 30 on the Nintendo Wii, which was revealed by Entertainment Weekly along with a new trailer. You can read our E3 preview if you require more information about the game.
The game will also be available in a collector's edition if you so choose, which comes with a five-inch, vinyl figurine of Mickey, a behind-the-scenes DVD with additional video content and Epic Mickey-themed skins for the Nintendo Wii console and Wii Remote.
It is unclear if this release date is worldwide or for the US only. Shacknews has contacted the publisher for clarification on this.
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taste of international flavor should check out the Peace Arch International
concert series beginning this week at Peace Arch State Park. The free event is
hosted by the Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission's Folk Arts in the
Parks Program and features music and dance performances from around the world.
Program manager Jens Lund
said organizers broadened the series this year to include other cultural events
such as a traditional Mexican dance group and ethnic Croatian ensembles.
The series kicks off at 2 p.m. Sunday, August 8, with performances by two local Croatian musical ensembles: Ruže Dalmatinke, formed by sisters of immigrant Franulovic family and led by Alma Plancich, Maria Petrish and Binki Spahi; and Bonaca, a newer, all-male vocal ensemble. Both groups perform the music and songs of Croatia and Bosnia-Herzegovina.
Lund said the event was created to celebrate the Pacific Northwest's international cultures and artists' fees for the concerts are paid for by an Arts and the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act "economic stimulus" grant from the National Endowment for the Arts to Northwest Heritage Resources of Lake Forest Park.
Upcoming shows
August 15 – Hmong Association of Washington: Performers include musicians Chong Moua Vue on the xim xos, a bowed string instrument; Blia Ya Xiong on the qeej, a bamboo wind instrument; the dance group Paj Ntshia Nplaim Haam, featuring Jenny, Sheng and Mee Hang and traditional singers A Ying Cha Hang and Lao Xiong. Yee Xiong of the Hmong Association of Washington and ethnomusicologist Jill Linzee of Northwest Heritage Resources will explain and interpret the performances. The Hmong are a mountain tribal people from Laos who came to North America as refugees following the end of the Vietnam War.
August 22 – Hướng Việt Performing Arts Group: This troupe of musicians and dancers from the Everett and north King County area is the Northwest's leading ensemble of traditional Vietnamese music and dance. Founded and directed by Việt-Hải Hồng of Everett, the group has performed on many stages in the United States, Canada, Vietnam and most recently, Shanghai.
August 29 – Los Bailadores del Sol: This folklórico dance ensemble from Washington's Yakima Valley performs the dances of Mexico's many regions and an interpretation of the Aztecan dance tradition. Known for its spectacular Mexican regional and historic costumes, the group includes children, youth and adult performers. Established in 1982 by Basilio Rodríguez, Boks Deloza and Cynthia Sifuentes have led the group since 2009.
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SYLVANIA, Ohio (WTOL) - Kids in Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan are using drugs in vast numbers. If you don't believe it, please read this article story. It could save your child or a child you know.
This story of teen drug abuse isn't just about the problem, but about a community's effort to reach kids.
This is what marijuana and cocaine did to former teen drug abuser Alyse. "I lost everything. I was a completely different person. Cutting myself, hating myself, wanting to kill myself, using, sleeping, not caring about anything."
However, Alyse was an above-average student, comfortable suburbanite and high-school cheerleader who liked helping people. That isn't the image most folks have of teen drug abusers.
Her mom Pam says her daughter's personality changed and Alyse was becoming a very dangerous stranger. She admits she locked herself in her room because she feared her daughter.
"There were times I would tell her I was going to kill her because I was mad at myself. I was taking it out on other people," said Alyse.
Sylvania Schools' Drug Intervention Coordinator Bill Geha says drug abuse is much worse than people think. He knows the drug problem is everywhere. "I would bet you that some high school football teams, sports teams, couldn't field their team because they would violate their code of conduct."
Most parents don't realize their kids could find drugs by simply walking down any hallway in their school.
Drug use these days still starts with alcohol and marijuana. "There's cocaine, marijuana, heroine, OxyContin is a big, big one. You can shoot it, you can snort it you can take it," said Alyse. Vicodin, Percocet and even Robitussin are also easily obtained.
While this story takes place in Sylvania, kids and drug use takes place in cities, suburbia and rural America.
What does make this story different is how Sylvania brought together help and support for kids and families struggling with substance abuse.
Geha says it involves the parents and schools, but also the cops and courts and social service agencies. They all work toward common goals.
He says their major goal is sobriety and to help heal the family. Ultimately, he aims to give the kids freedom from a captor masquerading as a friend.
"Sometimes, the drug becomes their best friend. They'll do anything for their friend. They'll lie for them, they'll steal for them," said Geha.
There are also student assistance teams in each school in Sylvania to identify users not for punishment, but for help.
Social services agencies provide counseling; diversion programs help students work on life skills and goal-setting. Successful completion can wipe away an arrest record.
Alyse finally went through rehab, is 2 years clean and tells student abusers. "Don't be afraid to ask for help. Don't blame yourself," she says.
And from her mom to other parents: "Don't be ashamed to admit that it is happening... and secondly, don't ever, ever give up on your kids," says Pam.
Pam credits Geha with saving her daughter's life, but the job is bigger than one man. In Sylvania, the journey of hope ends with more success stories by a community that cares.
Geha says there are many signs this approach is working, although he admits it's not perfect. They're also glad to share what they're doing with other communities. Call 419-824-8552 for more information.
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Philadelphia police use art to train crime scene investigators
Philadelphia police will on Friday hold an "Art of Perception" training seminar at the Police Academy on State Road.
The professional development program trains law enforcement officials to enhance their observation, perception and communication skills by learning to analyze works of art.
Officials said the course – conducted by attorney and art historian Amy Herman in conjunction with Philadelphia police detectives – focuses on the role of perception and observation in analysis.
The skills carry over to investigators' practices of surveillance, investigation and precise articulation when exchanging critical information.
Officers will perform analyses of George Tooker's "The Subway," "Face 2 Face" by JR, Cezanne's "Life with Apples," Diane Arbus' "Two Ladies at the Automat," "The Cello Player" by Thomas Eakins and Rene Magritte's "Not to be Reproduced."
The "Art of Perception" program was first conducted within the New York City Police Department and has since expanded to other local law enforcement agencies.
The technique is also used to train Navy Seals and members of the FBI.
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We are pleased to announce that our 2014 Duke Lecture speaker is Dr. Patrick Redig, TRC's co-founder and Director Emeritus.Title: "The Raptor Center's 40-Year Odyssey: A Founder's Perspective; the Journey Ahead"
Thursday, October 9, 20144:30 p.m. Check-in outside St. Paul Student Center Theater, 2017 Buford Avenue5:00 p.m. Program begins6:30-7:30 p.m. Reception at Paul Whitney Larson Gallery (next door)
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CE credit for veterinarians and technicians. The Duke Lecture Series began in 2006 by Dr. William H. and Mary E. Holleman, lifelong friends of Dr. Gary Duke, co-founder of The Raptor Center. The Hollemans' gift to establish a lectureship endowment fund pays tribute to Dr. Duke's work and legacy at the University of Minnesota and The Raptor Center. An annual lecture hosted by The Raptor Center features speakers on the topic of avian medicine, avian conservation, and other pertinent avian topics.
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Please review some of our helpful tips below to familiarize yourself with critical emergency management procedures. Also, be sure to sign up for emergency alerts that also include when the College is delayed or closed due to inclement weather.
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Stay over at one of our participating world class B&Bs and Hotels. Each offers their own unique Sip & Stay Getaway package, including a passport to visit the family operated vineyards and wineries of the Brandywine Valley Wine Trail. Please note: The Sip & Stay Passports may be redeemed for tastings at all participating member wineries during regular business hours throughout the year, with the exception of private/reserved events.
- Brandywine Valley Bed & Breakfast Association
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- Courtyard Newark at the University of Delaware
- Duling Kurtz House & Country Inn
- Fairfield Inn & Suites Kennett Square
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Local Attractions
- Chester County Cheese Artisans
- Winterthur Museum & Country Estate
- Longwood Gardens
- Brandywine River Museum
- Hagley Museum & Library
- QVC Studios
- American Helicopter Museum
- Brandywine Battlefield
- Delaware Natural History Museum
- Herrs Potato Chip Factory
- Historic Kennett Square
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- Chester County Conference Visitors Bureau
- West Chester, Pennsylvania
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- The Brandywine Valley Online Guide
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- Historic Kennett Square, Pennsylvania
- Philadelphia Tourism Network
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- Pennsylvania Dutch Convention and Visitors Bureau
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Notice: Our members pour controlled amounts of their wines for tasting. However, tasting at several wineries, in close succession, can cause one to unwittingly consume alcohol above the legal limit. If you intend to visit more than one winery in a day, we recommend you employ a designated driver or limit your wine consumption accordingly.


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Festival-Director~ John Kelly
John F. Kelly has 35 years of concurrent experience in higher education, civil government and the military. He received a Fulbright Fellowship in 2001 to teach and conduct research on comparative federalism at the University of Windsor in Canada. He currently holds the rank of Visiting Associate Professor of Political Science at Windsor. He served as a member of the Board of Governors of Wayne State University in Detroit from 1998 to 2002. Dr. Kelly is creating several initiatives to encourage economic development by optimizing the advantages of globalization through higher education and government entrepreneurship.
Professor Kelly holds a Doctor of Philosophy in Political Science and a Master of Public Administration from Wayne State University. Dr.Kelly has a Juris Doctor degree from Michigan State University and is a diplomate in military law from the U.S. Army Judge Advocate General School at the University of Virginia. He completed graduate studies at the Walsh School of Foreign Policy at Georgetown University. His BA is from the University of Michigan with Honors. He is also a practicing attorney as a principal in the firm of Schwartz Kelly & Oltarz-Schwartz. Dr. Kelly served as a Special Attorney General in Michigan from 1995 to 1999. He is a member of the bar of the Supreme Court of the United States and the Michigan Supreme Court and all lesser Federal and State bars as well as the US Court of Military Appeals.
John was elected to the Michigan State Senate in 1978 from Detroit and Eastern Wayne County. He was elected to four, four-year consecutive terms in the Senate. In 1994 he stood for election to the U.S. Senate requiring he retire from the State Senate. He has served from 2002 on the Michigan Film Advisory Board as the elected Vice-Chair under three previous appointive chairmen.
Marketing-Development~ Suzanne Janik
Suzanne has shown a tremendous talent for marketing in the film industry, having vaulted the local "InZer0" SciFi series into a well-respected example of Detroit filmmaking, indie style! As publicist for ThoughtCollide, her guidance and leadership helped to bring hundreds each month to screenings of our local indie film directors. The response these films and the crowds Suzanne has helped to grow, helps to set the stage for the development of a strong film industry.
Suzanne works in Marketing and Advertising at Crain's Publishing and has a vast knowledge of Detroit resources in the film and other creative industries. Her enthusiasm and experience are incredible assets to the DWIFF team.
Web-Development~ Shane Sevo
Shane Sevo has lived in the metro Detroit area since '87. Shane graduated from Belleville High in '96 and pursued a bachelors in mechanical engineering at Cedarville University of Cedarville Ohio. Shane soon found that his career aspirations were more in line with his IT internship and personal exploration of the convergence between the creative arts and technology through 3D rendering and animation.
Shane launched Wade Trim's multimedia services group and in 2006, Shane was featured in USA today as one of the "New Faces of Engineering" by National Engineers Week.
Shane is the Director of the Superhouse Media Group and Superhouse Film, a local film collective that competes nationally in film competitions-- and usually ends up winning something, too! Shane also is a Manager of the DWIFF Film Challenge, a popular part of the festival. Last year's challenge was a big success, with a sold out crowd attending the screening of the final film entries! It's great to have Shane on our team.
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Ballet Austin's main company employs 22 dancers on a 34-week contract. Under the direction of Stephen Mills, the 10 male and 12 female dancers perform a mixed repertoire that ranges from original full-length ballets such as The Taming of the Shrew, Hamlet and Cinderella to cutting-edge contemporary ballets. More...
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Established in 1999, Ballet Austin II is Ballet Austin's apprentice program and second company. The 8 apprentices, ranging in age from 18-23, are employed for 34 weeks. They perform with the main company in larger productions and present a minimum of three independent projects per year in residence at Ballet Austin's AustinVentures StudioTheater. More...
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The Butler Fellowship Program represents the most senior level of the Academy. This intensive professional-track program offers an innovative and personal approach to a traditional process, providing both quality classical ballet training and the opportunity to explore the unique contemporary choreography of Ballet Austin's repertoire. More...
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Today, Secretary Geithner informed Congress that the United States would hit the debt ceiling limit on Monday, December 31st. The following day, absent successful Congressional intervention, Physicians will incur a twenty-six and half percent (26.5%) reduction in Medicare Reimbursement. And yet one day later on January 2nd, if Congress fails to address the "fiscal cliff", healthcare providers will incur a two percent (2%) reduction in Medicare payments. The two percent (2%) decrease is projected to save over $11 Billion from the Medicare program in 2013 alone. So while many Americans are focused upon the potential increase in taxes, healthcare providers must evaluate how to address these dramatic pay cuts.
Each year, physicians demand for Congress to correct the Medicare Sustainable Growth Rate ("SGR") to prevent this significant decrease in Medicare reimbursement. Each year, the physicians have successfully obtained a delay in the implementation of the payment reduction. However, with Congress currently focused upon the potential automatic increase in taxes upon Americans, the physicians are susceptible to the full 26.5% payment reduction going into effect. There is a glimmer of hope that it will take CMS a few weeks to start paying under the new payment model so the physicians will have a few extra weeks to negotiate a SGR fix or additional delay in the implementation of the payment cut. Another glimmer of hope is that both the Republicans and Democrats have expressed their desire to address the SGR implementation. Unfortunately, the timeframe for Congress to address the SGR is unknown. In the meantime, physicians must plan and budget for the payment reduction.
In addition to the physicians, hospital Medicare reimbursement has been continually declining through the reimbursement restructuring created by the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act ("Healthcare Reform Act"). Immediately following the signing of the Healthcare Reform Act, the hospital market basket reimbursement formulas were modified to reduce hospital payments. In 2012, the productivity measurement was also modified; thus impacting reimbursement. Now, the automatic 2% rate decrease will further reduce hospital reimbursement.
All of these payment reductions are in the midst of the impending changes to third party payer reimbursement models. Specifically, in 2014, many of the insurance reform requirements under the Healthcare Reform Act will be implemented. First, the State Insurance Exchanges will implement a new payer source and the rates of reimbursement are unknown. Second, some states will expand the Medicaid rolls to include hundreds of thousands of new patients, but the payments will be set at Medicaid rates. Still other states will elect not to expand Medicaid rolls and there will be thousands of unemployed or low income patients that may not have any insurance coverage.
Without a solution, healthcare providers are facing a perfect storm as the Healthcare Reform initiatives are implemented amid the dramatic rate reductions. This perfect storm further intensifies as the baby boomer population becomes Medicare eligible. If providers elect to cease participating in Medicare due to the payment reductions, the United States will face a severe shortage of healthcare providers available to care for the Medicare patients. Therefore, the fiscal cliff impacts more than everyone's tax rate and has far reaching implications for healthcare providers and communities' access to healthcare services.
December 30th, 2012
2:23 am
I believe Obama could care less about Americans, our Physicians and other healthcare providers. He is hell bent on destroying our economy and making us a Socialist nation. One day, when people who voted for him realize what he truly is and is doing, someone, somewhere will find a way to get to him, and I think Biden would be the lesser of two evils. Just like when Kennedy was assinated, it wasn't only one person involded but a conspiracy, and I honestly believe there will be people who will eventually snap, form their own conspiracy and get to Obama. He is the absolute worst President this GREAT COUNTRY has ever had to deal with. And Romney is right, those with their hands out for a handout, will soon find the door has shut down. If only we could find a legal way, i.e. Benghazi Gate to impeach Obama, and impeach him soon.
He knew what was going on in Benghazi, but had one of his lackies take the hit for it, so thatit took the light off him and him in Las Vegas, one of America's hardest hit cities on his campaign trail. I don't think he even knows how to put a Budget together, nor realize people will soon be rioting, burinng homes, doctor's offices. any way they can to "get even" when they now see him for what he truly is and what he is doing to our Country. I don't believe in violence as the answer, but there are a lot who absolutely hate Obama and at some point, they will snap, and he will be taken down either by our government itselt of some people who have lost a loved one or even they will face dying due to a disease, because they will now be off the Medicaid rolls and tossed into the street.
All I can say is God help America when that happens, as we will all suffer because of Obama.
December 30th, 2012
12:07 pm
Maybe we should tax Lawyers more!


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First impression on unpacking the Q702 test unit was the solid feel and clean, minimalist styling.
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The Fujitsu LifeBook UH574 allowed for great mobility without being obnoxiously heavy or clunky. Its twelve hours of battery life did not disappoint.
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CHENEY -- Lewiston's Tisha Phillips isn't going far to play college basketball.
Tisha Phillips, a native of Lapwai, Idaho, signed a National Letter of Intent on Friday to play basketball at Eastern Washington University.
Phillips, a 5'10 guard, averaged 15 points, 5.1 rebounds, 4.1 steals and 2.2 assists throughout her senior year, while also setting state tournament records for free throws made in a game (18) and in the tournament (34). She hit 34-of-36 total free throws in the playoffs for a remarkable 94 percent.
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This whimsical ornament portrays the season of snow! Kids will love the effect this special snow paint gives to this project.Download Snowy Window Template
Snow texture medium is available from your local discount department store or craft supply store.
Yarn can be used for the hanger instead of ribbon.
The snow medium is best applied in a dabbing motion and by placing blobs onto the surface rather than traditional painting.
Line up the three craft sticks next to each other, leaving some space between each one. Lay three mini craft sticks perpendicularly across the regular craft sticks, one at the top, one at the bottom, and one in the middle. Once you have them all lined up, glue them together.
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Cut two curtains from the white felt using the pattern.
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Officials with the Freedom From Religion Foundation are giving school leaders in Cullman a little more than a week to cancel their prayer caravan.
A letter from the Freedom From Religion Foundation went out Tuesday to the Cullman County Board of Education demanding action by August 7th. A prayer caravan, an event where community members go from school to school to say a prayer, was scheduled for August 10th.
The letter dated for Tuesday, July 30th, stated that since the Freedom From Religion Foundation (FFRF) sent their initial letter, other families have reported more constitutional problems that violate their First Amendment rights with Cullman County Schools, things like praying at Cullman County Schools and events, Cullman County Schools hosting events in churches and more.
The letter goes on to say the FFRF appreciates the Superintendent, Billy Coleman removing the prayer caravan information from the districts website and Facebook page, but removing it is not enough and they want it canceled.
The letter also says that Cullman County Schools has a lot of work to do to conform to the First Amendment of United States Constitution. Specifically, it should:
Cancel the prayer caravan
Inform all employees that organized prayer in school or at school events is unconstitutional and opens Cullman County Schools (CCS) to legal liability.
Remove any and all special access preachers and other religious leaders have to CCS.
Cancel or reschedule any CCS events set to be held in a house of worship.
The letter also says if Superintendent Coleman wishes to pray for the schools at church or home, that's fine, but they don't want him using his title or power to promote religion. Members of Cullman County schools have yet to comment to the media regarding the latest letter.
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Happy Black Friday and welcome back for another week of "You Sew Rock Me Fridays" with 10 awesome projects that I happened to come across this week while surfing the World Wide Craft Web.
Project #1
Alejandra from Always Order Dessert DIY'd these Chalkboard Wine Glasses. What I love about them is that you write on the base. What easy and awesome gifts! And now with all the different colors of chalkboard paint, you definitely don't have to stick with black. I'm thinking some purple chalkboard paint and some yellow chalk for my LSU friends!
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Kate at Greedy for Colour made these Tissue Paper and Tulle Flowers. These have to be the prettiest paper flowers I have ever seen! The tulle makes all the difference. I'm thinking my craft room needs some. And you could definitely make some really cool poinsettia-looking flowers like this for Christmas.
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Carrie from 2 Friends & 2 Cities built a Ballard-inspired Bench. Love this! I think this might be just what I need to go at the foot of my bed.
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Kimanh from Scissors.Paper.Wok made these Clothing Buttons from Shrink Plastic. I've seen a lot of things made from shrink plastic but this may just be the most useful!
Project #5
Dora from Show Tell Share made this Stamped Pillowcase with stamps and paint. What a simple way to embellish plain cases. And by the way if you can sew a straight line you should never have to buy a pillowcase again…make one, they are super easy! The Missouri Quilt Co. has a great tutorial for making a pillowcases on You Tube if you have never tackled pillowcases before.
Project #6
Jo from The Cart Before the Horse made this Mosaic Art on canvas out of fabric scraps. This is something you could even do with the kids. I love making artwork! Yet another project for my craft room.
Project #7
Katie from Matsuke made these Faux Vintage Hangers. Not only are these super neat but I she shows how to use her technique to transfer inkjet onto wood using glue (which I haven't tried yet). Super easy!
Project #8
Lauren from Stamp 48 made this Poem Script Scarf. What a great personalized gift this would make!
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Mara from Kleios Belly made these Hanging Dishtowels. What a really cute project, and she even provides a pattern to download. I bet someone you know would love these as a gift!
Then Tami from "Crafting" My Talents used Mara's tutorial to make these:
Notice they don't have a button because she used velcro. When I first saw Mara's project I was thinking the same thing…the magic that is velcro. Especially because I know some people are skittish about buttonholes.
Project #10
Annekata from Annekata did this Fabric Paper Tape Tutorial. Um, awesome!
Well, there you go…I hope you think these projects are as awesome as I think they are! Now go out and make something, it's only a few more weeks until Christmas!
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See you next week for another installment of You Sew Rock Me Fridays. Just in case you missed the previous weeks, you can see those amazing projects HERE. If you aren't a follower yet, please consider it! I also have the Sew Rockin' Facebook page up and running. I wouldn't want you to miss out on any of the fun! :)
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Danville, VA - Danville Firefighter Barry Neal is back at work.
Earlier this year we told you about an accident he had while working his other job. Neal fell 10 feet from a scaffold and suffered from several broken ribs, fragmented bones in his back, and swelling in his brain.


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Eileen Floor Lamp
Maxwell's Daily Find 10.19.12
Eileen Floor Lamp
• $1,200
• Misewell Modern Furniture
I spotted this originally at ICFF in 2009, and nothing has come close since - though I've seen a number of lamps that have tried. An elegant, lazy design that leans against the wall, with a lovely droop head shade (adjustable), I see these in a dark library or masculine bedroom.
Available in black, blue, cream and yellow powder coat. 14" x 19".
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Well, I like it. :) My husband says it's appropriately names, as I like expensive things.


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Here's the thing about Lindsay Lohan: She's talented. True, nobody really talks about her talent anymore -- because there are simply too many other things to talk about when it comes to LiLo -- but underneath all the drama and damage, she's a very talented actress. So talented that other incredibly talented and established Hollywood types have been willing to look past the drama and damage, or at least they were until recently. The Canyons, however, could change all of that. Scheduled for release "sometime in 2013," The Canyons was directed by Paul Schrader, who wrote Raging Bull and Taxi Driver and has directed 17 films. The screenwriter was author Bret Easton Ellis, best known for Less Than Zero and American Psycho.
They were warned about Lohan.
But Schrader believed she was perfect for the role of Tara, "a sensuous woman torn between two loves." He believed he could keep her under control for the three weeks it would take to film the movie. He was only right about one of those things.
More from The Stir: Lindsay Lohan Freaks During Sex Scene & Does Something Really Odd (Even for Her)
Lindsay's performance in The Canyons wasn't the issue, it seems. The issue was, as ever, her unpredictable, irresponsible, selfish behavior: The disappearing acts. The tantrums. The sleeping pills. The strange, stubborn choices. The crazy family drama (not her fault, of course, but not fun to deal with for everybody else).
And once again, here we are, NOT talking about Lohan's talent because there are simply too many other things to talk about when it comes to LiLo. And that really is a shame.
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She's not the only one who appears to fail miserably in this film.
I'm sorry but I never thought she was this amazing actress that every one else says she was. I like Mean Girls, but it was a funny movie written by Tina Fey, that is what made that a funny movie, not Lindsey Lohan. Have you really ever seen a movie of hers and though Damn! Shes gonna be big? No! Herbie? Please. If you look at her Filmography there are only like 5 movies I have ever heard of from her that even made money, but it was All her costars who did anything with themselves; Rachel McAdams, Amanda Seyfried, Justin Long, Chris Pine. Uh yeah thats it, thats her movies.
It seems that all of her costars have made names for themselves but she can't pull herself out of her own asshole to give herself a shot.
I have to agree with Cassie. Mean Girls was good because it had an amazing script written by one of the funniest and most talented women in show business, Tina Fey. Lindsay Lohan did pretty well too--it's not like she was BAD in that movie--but I think pretty much anyone could have turned out a good performance with the script and co-stars that she was given to work with. I have yet to see her in anything else where she turned out a really memorable performance as a gifted actress.
The NYT piece was so very good, I could not stop reading it.
Sadly, she grew up to be a spoiled brat. Cute little girl, but spoiled rotten. People do become rotten - that isn't just an expression. There is no reason they should be letting her do more movies. What is the deal with Hollywood? If you are working with a brat, etc., fire them! Do not tell me there are not better people for the role with decent attitudes. Real world lessons, which everyone needs to learn - even movie stars - talented or not!~
Not to mention that the actress who was "waiting by the phone" in Paris--this could have been her big break and she probably would have put her all into the opportunity to prove herself. How many legitimately talented and hard-working actors and actresses never get that break because Hollywood continues to bend over backwards to employ lazy, mediocre people like Lindsay Lohan?


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|Calocedrus decurrens, California incense cedar.
|Scientific classification
Calocedrus (common name incense cedar) is a genus of four species of coniferous trees in the cypress family Cupressaceae. The generic name means "beautiful cedar".
The genus is related to the genus Thuja, and has similar overlapping scale-leaves. Calocedrus differs from Thuja in the scale leaves being in apparent whorls of four (actually opposite decussate pairs like Thuja, but not evenly spaced apart as in Thuja, instead with the successive pairs closely then distantly spaced), and in the cones having just 2–3 pairs of moderately thin, erect scales, rather than 4–6 pairs of very thin scales in Thuja.
Calocedrus decurrens[edit]
Calocedrus decurrens, California incense cedar (syn. Libocedrus decurrens), is native to western North America, with the bulk of the range in the United States, from central western Oregon through most of California and the extreme west of Nevada, and also a short distance into northwest Mexico in northern Baja California. It is a large tree, typically reaching heights of 40–60 m and a trunk diameter of up to 3 m (maxima, 69 m tall and 3.9 m diameter), and with a broad conic crown of spreading branches. The leaves are bright green on both sides of the shoots, and the cones 2–2.5 cm long. It is by far the most widely known species in the genus, and is often simply called "incense cedar" without the regional qualifier. This tree is the preferred host of a wood wasp, Syntexis libocedrii which lays its eggs in the smoldering wood immediately after a forest fire. The epithet decurrens is the present participle of dēcurrō, meaning running or flowing down.
Calocedrus formosana[edit]
Calocedrus formosana, Taiwan incense cedar, is endemic on Taiwan. It is very similar to C. macrolepis, and some botanists treat it as a variety of that, C. macrolepis var. formosana. It is a medium-sized tree, growing to 25–30 m tall, and is rare in the wild, occurring only as scattered trees in mixed forests. The leaves are glaucous green on the upper side of the shoots, and conspicuously marked with bright white stomatal patches on the underside. The cones are 1.5–2 cm long, carried on a 1–1.5 cm stem.
Calocedrus huashanensis[edit]
†Calocedrus huashanensis is an extinct species which was described in 2012. It is known from compression fossils found in the Oligocene age Ningming Formation of southern China. C. huashanensis is known from branches and leaves.
Calocedrus macrolepis[edit]
Calocedrus macrolepis, Chinese incense cedar, is native to southwest China from Guangdong west to Yunnan, and also in northern Vietnam, northern Laos, extreme northern Thailand and northeastern Myanmar (Burma). It is also a medium-size tree to 25–30 m tall, and like C. formosana, is rare in the wild. The leaves and cones are similar to C. formosana, differing most obviously in the shorter cone stem, only 0.5 cm long.
Calocedrus rupestris[edit]
Calocedrus rupestris, the most recently discovered living species of Calocedrus, was identified in Vietnam and first described in 2004. It occurs exclusively on rocky limestone (karst) terrain, a habitat that has a very high level of endemism. The close proximity of these populations to the Chinese and Laotian borders indicates that the species may occur in those countries as well. It is an evergreen, monoecious tree up to 25 m tall with a broadly rounded crown. The epithet "rupestris" means "rock-dwelling".[1]
The wood of Calocedrus is soft, moderately decay-resistant, and with a strong spicy-resinous fragrance. That of C. decurrens is the primary material for wooden pencils, because it is soft and tends to sharpen easily without forming splinters. The two Asian species were (at least in the past) in very high demand for coffin manufacture in China, due to the scent of the wood and its decay resistance. It is likely that past over-exploitation is responsible for their current rarity.
Incense cedar was the preferred hearth board of the Native Peoples of Northern California for lighting fires by friction .
Calocedrus decurrens, the California incense cedar, is a popular ornamental tree, grown particularly in locations with cool summer climates like Britain, Washington and British Columbia. Its very narrow columnar crown in landscape settings, an unexplained consequence of the climatic conditions in these areas, is not shown by trees in their native 'wild' habitat. The California incense cedar is also valued for its drought tolerance. The Asian species are rarely cultivated.[citation needed]
- ^ Averyanov, H.T. Nguyen et L.K. Phan 2004
Further reading[edit]
- Chase, J. Smeaton (1911). Cone-bearing Trees of the California Mountains. Chicago: A. C. McClurg & Co. p. 99. LCCN 11004975. OCLC 3477527. LCC QK495.C75 C4, with illustrations by Carl Eytel - Kurut, Gary F. (2009), "Carl Eytel: Southern California Desert Artist", California State Library Foundation, Bulletin No. 95, pp. 17-20 retrieved Nov. 13, 2011


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On October 21, 2002, we reported that consular staff at posts around the world held different views on balancing national security and customer service in the process of adjudicating visas. Since then, the Department of State's Bureau of Consular Affairs has underscored the importance of visa operations in protecting our nation's security and implemented many changes in visa processing to tighten security screening for applicants worldwide. Because of Canada's proximity to the United States and the fact that many nationals from countries of concern apply for U.S. visas in Canada, Congress asked us to obtain the views of U.S. consular officers in Canada regarding the visa process. In response, we are providing information from consular staff who adjudicate U.S. visas in Canada regarding their perceptions of the importance of national security in the visa process, including impediments that could interfere with efforts to make security a top priority in visa processing.
Consular officers and managers at U.S. posts in Canada said that, despite rising workloads and more labor-intensive processing requirements, they are placing an emphasis on security in visa operations. All of the officers with whom we spoke reported that security was their first concern in visa adjudication. Some officers said security was their top priority because they would consider themselves personally accountable if they failed to notice an applicant who posed a security risk. Other officers cited the Bureau of Consular Affairs' standardized guidance as the source for their focus, while others credited post management with instilling a pro-security tone for visa operations. The officers acknowledged some challenges that could interfere with efforts to make security a top priority in visa processing. For example, some officers reported that new post-September 11 processing requirements for visas were more labor intensive, and they expressed concern that the requirements could reduce the time available for face-to-face interviews with some applicants. While most officers felt that they had enough time to screen applicants carefully for possible security risks, some of the newer officers at posts expressed concern about their ability to remain vigilant if the workload increased. This problem was most severe in Toronto, where workload was high and the consulate's poor space configuration cramped operations.
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MONDAY, Jan. 17 (HealthDay News) -- Conventional wisdom says
that eating a big breakfast might keep you full throughout the day
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Dr. Volker Schusdziarra, a researcher with the
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280 people who were obese and 100 who were of normal weight.
Everyone kept track of what they ate over a period of 10 to 14
The investigators found that breakfast habits varied. People
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average of 400 calories greater than a small breakfast -- ended up
with a net gain of 400 calories over the day.
"The results of the study showed that people ate the same at lunch and dinner, regardless of what they had for breakfast," Schusdziarra said in a news release from BioMed Central, the journal's publisher.
Some people skipped a mid-morning snack when they ate a big
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Subject: ACTION: Supplementary Guidance for the Selection of W-Beam Barrier Terminals
Date: November 17, 2005
From: John R. Baxter, P.E., Director Office of Safety Design
In Reply Refer To: HSA-10
To: Safety Field
My October 26, 2004, memorandum, "Guideline for the Selection of W-beam Terminals", transmitted detailed information intended for use by roadway designers as an aid in selecting the most appropriate W-beam terminal for a specific site. The guidelines presented therein are currently being reviewed by members of the AASHTO Technical Committee for Roadside Safety for inclusion in the next edition of the AASHTO Roadside Design Guide(RDG). In the meantime, some have expressed a concern that the federal guideline safe misleading in the regard to the runout areas needed behind and beyond gating terminals. This memorandum provides additional information to assist designers in making appropriate barrier terminal selections.
Current terminal selection recommendations, both in the FHWA Guidelines and in the 2002 RDG, call for a minimum distance of 75' x 20' adjacent to the backside of the W-beam immediately downstream from the terminal end. This distance is clearly noted as being a minimum distance based on the final resting position of the 1800-lb small car in several W-beam terminal end-on tests (NCHRP Report 350 test 3-30). Given the greater weight and resultant impact severity of the 4400-lb pickup truck, it is obvious that a greater runout area would be needed for the truck impact at the same speed and angle (test 3-31). Several individual acceptance letters have specifically noted the distance traveled by the pickup truck in the certification tests and have recommended a minimum length of barrier to accommodate the observed post-crash trajectory.
To assist the designer in selecting an appropriate terminal at a specific site, I am attaching both a tabular and a graphic summary showing the distances traveled and the reported resting positions of both types of test vehicles in selected certification tests. These test data show the reported resting positions of both the small car and the pickup truck after the impacts into energy-absorbing designs (BEST, ET-series, SKT, and FLEAT) and non-energy absorbing designs (REGENT, SRT). As would be expected, in the end-on tests (3-30 and 3-31) the impacting vehicles traveled a greater distance behind the barrier after striking non-energy absorbing terminals. Also as expected, terminal type has little affect on a vehicle's post-crash travel distance when impacted at an angle(tests 3-32 and 3-33) because energy-absorbing terminals are most effective in limiting penetration behind the barrier in head-on crashes. Finally, as noted above, higher weight vehicles traveled further distances after impact.
The selection of an appropriate W-beam terminal must be a deliberate choice based on specific site conditions. At locations where:
either the barrier itself should be lengthened to lessen the likelihood that a vehicle behind the rail will reach the primary (or any secondary) fixed object or non-traversable terrain, or an energy-absorbing terminal should be considered. Even in the latter instance, the recommended minimum runout area should be provided wherever practical.
Please discuss barrier terminal selection procedures with those in the State DOT responsible for this activity to ensure they are aware of current guidelines and are taking them into consideration in their terminal selection and installation decisions. States not already doing so should also be asked to investigate all fatal crashes involving barrier terminals to determine if the barrier length or terminal type/location may have contributed to the crash severity. In-service performance evaluation of all safety appurtenances is the only means available to verify the assumed crashworthiness of safety hardware based on limited certification tests and to identify unforeseen problems with hardware that need to be addressed.
Full Scale Crash Test Results for W-Beam Terminals
** The FLEAT 3-31 Long. 32.0 m (105 ft) value is from a test involving the impact head deforming sufficiently to block the rail outlet. The rail kinking stopped after only about 1.5 m (5 ft). When the impact head was further reinforced to prevent this behavior the vehicle stopped about 1/3 the distance.
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