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October 17, 2012
101 Family Picture Tips & Ideas
by Becca
Well, never you fear – the Divas are here! And you are gonna LOVE us after this post! Just go ahead and pin it right now- trust me on this.
We've racked our brains and searched all over Pinterest and Blog Land, and gathered over one hundred of the best tips and ideas for this year's family photos. Yep, just for you, we've compiled…
"The Ultimate Family Picture Planning Guide"
From choosing your photographer, location, props, poses, and clothes… all the way to tips for looking good in front of the camera and getting your kids (and husband) to cooperate – we've got you covered!
And if that isn't enough, to keep you super organized and ahead of the game, we've even hooked you up with a…
FREE "Family Picture Planner" Printable
So say goodbye to all that stress. This year's pictures are gonna be a breeze. We've done most of the work for you. Just sit back, relax, and prepare for some serious photo inspiration…
The Photographer
Consider these tips when choosing and working with a photographer for your family photos…
1. Ask for recommendations!
2. Look at their portfolio/ website. Usually, what you see is what you get.
3. Check their work to see if they are used to working with kids, a large group, etc.
4. You don't have to pick the most expensive photographer in town, but remember that this is an investment of your memories. And I've never heard anyone say, "I wish I would have spent the least amount of money possible on our photos."
5. Schedule in advance! Talented photographers usually fill up fast in the Fall. And you may have to reschedule if the weather doesn't cooperate.
6. Know what you want and communicate it to your photographer ahead of time. A discussion about the style, location, props, and poses you're planning on can work wonders to get you on the same page.
7. Rely on your photographer for suggestions, and value their opinion. While you don't want to be completely at their mercy- they are, after all, the professional.
The Location
You're not restricted to a portrait studio these days! Outdoor photography offers natural lighting for beautiful pictures and endless options. Check out these tips to narrow them down…
8. Drive around and pay attention to different areas near you that would make beautiful and creative backgrounds.
9. Pick a location that matches your family's personality. You'll want these pictures to reflect this time in your lives. So while railroad tracks can look cool, Blissfully Domestic recommends that you ask yourself, "Would our family really spend time here?"
10. Before getting too attached to a location, run it by your photographer. They should know if there are any issues with your choice (such as a required permit or difficult lighting) or if there are better choices available.
11. Browse family pictures online for location inspiration. (Our "Family Picture Ideas" Pinterest Board is full of ideas!)
Here are some of our favorite locations…
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The Props
The difference between a good picture and a great picture is in the details. So don't forget to add in some fun props for that little something extra…
12. Sarah Wert of Modern Kids Photography suggests including items from the natural environment in family photos. "Keeping the props as minimal and realistic as possible helps keep the focus on the connection between the family." So try a bouquet of wild flowers or a picnic blanket.
13. Incorporate items that have meaning to your family to really personalize the picture. Photographer Wendy Laurel recommends using props to highlight your family's hobbies. So if you love biking together- why not throw in a bike or two?
14. Props such as a couch, chairs, stools, or a ladder can help add different posing options to the same location.
15. Bringing along your child's favorite toy or blanket will not only capture the special memory in the photograph, but will also help keep your child happy and cooperative.
16. Props such as chalkboards, signs, wooden letters, or scrabble tiles can help you spell out and convey a specific message.
17. Choose props that will help your family interact for natural, candid photos. So bring along a book to read to the baby, a game to lay out and play with the kids, or a picnic to enjoy together.
18. When choosing props, consider the color of your clothing and location background as well. You may want to choose neutral props that will go with anything, or props with a pop of color for added interest.
Here are some of our favorite props…
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The Poses
While your photographer is sure to have suggestions and guidance on posing, knowing a couple of pose ideas beforehand that you absolutely LOVE can help you get just the picture you're looking for. Here are some of our favorite family picture posing ideas…
19. Get in Close
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21. Play it Up
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22. Lie Down
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23. Get Silly
24. Jump
25. Hold Hands
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27. Pucker Up
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28. Focus on the Kids
29. Focus on the Parents
30. Just Act Natural
The Clothes
Don't know what to wear for family pictures? Check out these tips for endless outfit and color inspiration…
31. Coordinate the style and color of your clothing with your location in mind.
32. When choosing a color palette, consider what will go well with the colors of your home. After all, most people plan to hang them up!
33. Try to avoid clothing that is super seasonal. Unless you're planning on using them only for Christmas cards, red and green scarfs may not be the best choice. Pick a style, color, and location that you don't mind displaying in your home year-round.
34. Don't be afraid of color and pattern. While you may not want everyone to wear a bold color or a busy pattern- a pop or two of color and design adds interest to the picture. Check out some great examples at Click it Up a Notch and Kristen Duke photography.
35. Layer! Adding layers to your outfit not only adds texture to the picture, but also allows you to shed layers later on for different looks in different pictures.
36. For a photo that stands the test of time- opt for clothes that are classic rather than super trendy.
37. While a little bit of pattern can be a good thing, it's best to avoid clothing with large graphics and logos.
38. Gone are the days of identical blue jeans and white shirts! Instead of matching colors- coordinate them. Stick to a color palette, but don't feel like you have to match color values exactly.
39. For color palette inspiration, try these online tools: Design Seeds, Big Huge Labs, CSS Drive, and DeGrave.
40. For more outfit inspiration, do a simple Image Search on Google for "What to Wear Photography" and you will get more outfits and color combinations than you know what to do with!
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How to Look Good in Family Pictures
And now the part we've all been waiting for- how to look good in front of the camera. Who doesn't want that?!
41. For a slimmer appearing waistline, hp suggests angling your body towards the camera instead of facing it square on.
42. If you put weight on your back leg, you'll feel more comfortables and look natural instead of awkward according to Photography Awesomesauce.
43. To look thinner, leave space between your arms and your body to show your waistline.
44. Remember to push your shoulders back and don't slouch. (After 10 shots we usually forget to sit or stand straight)
45. Avoid looking down to prevent a double chin says Cosmopolitan.
46. Ask your photographer to shoot straight on or from above. They are much more flattering angles than from below.
47. To avoid the totem pole look, bend whatever can bend.
48. Don't leave your arms hanging straight down. Try touching the person next to you or resting your hand on a nearby object.
49. Try look places other than directly at the camera for a more natural look. Maybe look off to the side or past the photographer into the distance.
50. Schedule your shoot at the "golden hour" near sunrise and sunset.
51. If you're worried about wrinkles, shoot with the light in front of you. (Side lightening emphasizes wrinkles according to Stylist.)
52. Blissfully Domestic says you can minimize a big nose by tilting your head just slightly upward.
53. Self-conscious of big ears? Blissfully Domestic has a solution for that too! Position yourself at an angle so only one ear is showing.
54. To avoid shine, use LOTS of powder on your face and neck.
55. For small eyes, false eye lashes can be a life saver! (Check Kiirsten's post for a fabulous How-To)
56. Check your makeup with a camera, not a mirror. Remember, you need to apply more than usual for it to show in pictures! (Check Tara's post for your guide to a flawless face)
Getting the Kiddos to Cooperate for Family Pictures
This can be one of the most stressful parts of family pictures! But with a little planning and these quick tips- you'll be prepared…
57. When you first tell them about your family picture plans- act excited like it's going to be SO much fun! Often attitude is contagious.
58. Involve the kids in the process from the beginning! If they get to help pick what they're going to wear and what props they can bring, they'll feel included and be more likely to cooperate.
59. Allow plenty of time! It's hard to be patient and positive when you're rushed.
60. Bring along an "entertainer" to sand behind or beside the photographer to get the baby or little ones to look and smile.
61. Simple Mom recommends planning the shoot for when your kids are the happiest, not just the time that is the most convenient. Work your appointment around the kids' routines.
62. Give the kids breaks in between shots to stretch, run, and play.
63. Even better- let them play during the pictures! You'll get great candid shots and capture your little ones the way they really are.
64. Play peek-a-boo, tickle, and throw the baby into the air for real, genuine smiles.
65. Bring water and snacks to avoid mid-shoot meltdowns.
66. Use fun props like suckers, toys, and bubbles to keep them happy.
67. Promise them a reward when the shoot is over. I'm so not above bribing.
68. Beth from Home Stories A 2 Z suggested using a code word (like "ice cream") to remind them of the reward throughout the shoot. Genius!
Getting Your Hubby On Board with Family Pictures
Sometimes the kids aren't the only ones that drag their heels for family pictures. Here are some helpful hint to get your man on board…
69. Plan ahead so that he knows it's coming and has time to mentally prepare for it. No one likes being surprised with something they don't love.
70. Budget for it to avoid the money stress.
71. Let him know WHY it's important to you. If he knows it's about preserving memories for you, and not just for a cute Christmas card, he's more likely to value it too.
72. Give him a say in it! Most people don't like to be told what to wear and how to sit and stand and when to do it. So ask for his opinion and value it. (Maybe you could even make a little shopping date and pick out new outfits together.)
73. Compromise! Find out what is most important to each of you and make it happen.
74. If he absolutely hates pictures, look together to find poses that he's okay with. Usually pictures where the kids are the focus are the best.
75. Just like the kids- bribe! Oops, I mean- reward! If he's willing to do this just for you, then let him know you appreciate it.
Ordering Pictures
So you followed all of these wonderful tips and had a fabulous shoot. Now what?
76. Don't forget to order prints! So many people just get the CD- and then it ends up lost in a drawer when they could have a gorgeous print on the living room wall instead. Remember that sometimes less is more.
77. Pictures can get pricey. Remember- you're not just buying pictures, you're preserving memories.
78. Plan ahead and consider how and where you're going to be displaying your pictures in your home. It makes ordering so much easier.
79. If you plan on making a collage or wall gallery out of your pictures, be sure to ask your photographer for their input. They have lots of ideas about which pictures would look well grouped together and can often help you plan it all out.
Displaying Pictures
Looking for ways to display those fabulous family pictures? Look no further…
80. Want to make a little wall gallery of your pictures? Ann Beck Photography has some great layout inspiration!
And if you need some frames, I'm loving this 10-piece Family Picture Photo Hanging Frame set from Amazon.
81. How about a collage along the stairs? Here are some stair layout options from Brenda Knight Photography.
82. And if you're looking for the easiest way to hang that wall gallery, Marissa shares the secret on her blog, Roost. No need to cover the wall in nail holes.
83. Running out of wall space? Don't forget that empty wall at the end of the hallway!
84. Check out Laura's Wall Art Wednesday for some inspiration. The 9 picture grid using glass frames from IKEA is my favorite-easy and versatile.
85. Check out HowDoesShe's thrifty tutorial that turns Dollar Store frames into an adorable work of art.
86. Have lots of pictures and no frames? Look how the girls at Bits Of Everything used Mod Podge and a board to make a fabulous statement for under $20.
87. I'm loving these different photo booth display strips from Kathleen at Grosgrain Fabulous and The Tremaynes! What a fun way to display family pictures.
88. See how to turn an old frame, scrapbook, paper, and a metal clip into a darling photo display at Shanty 2 Chic.
89. Check out how Becky Higgins displays family photos in her home- my favorite is all of the smaller frames inside one giant frame with the decorative backing.
90. For a fun look, try incorporating lots of different shapes and colors like this display using Organic Bloom Frames.
91. I love how an old window frame can be repurposed to display a beautiful photo. Milk and Honey Design has a beautiful example.
92. Try adding a favorite quote or motto to your family photo wall. Becky Higgin's blog has a perfect example.
93. Here's another display I LOVE from Becky Higgin's blog! One photo was cropped into four posters for a creative, high-impact display.
A Few Last Tips
94. You don't HAVE to do an elaborate photo shoot. Keep it simple if you want. Even if it's just a quick 10-minutes session that your neighbor took in your backyard, make sure you're capturing these family memories.
95. Don't sweat the small stuff! In 10 years, you're not going to care that Johnny was playing with the grass instead of striking the perfect pose you wanted him to. You'll just be glad you caught him as he was- little.
96. Let loose and have fun! If you let "mom mode" take over and you're constantly snapping "don't touch that", "no!", "hold still"- then it's going to be hard to get sincere smiles out of everyone. Including you. ;)
97. Family pictures don't have to break the bank. Minimize costs by planning around what you already have. And remember that you're not trying to get pictures of clothes- just the people you love in them.
98. Get as creative as you want and make these family pictures your own. Who says you have to be traditional?
99. Remember the best family photos don't show "picture perfect" smiles and poses. The best family photos shows emotion and affection between family members. That takes a lot of pressure off. Love is all you need. ❤
100. Go with the flow! No matter how much you prepare and plan, you never know what is going to happen. The more flexible you are, the better results you'll have. (And the happier everyone will be.)
101. Have a sense of humor. Laughing makes almost any problem better. (And it looks better in pictures than crying or yelling.) Remember why you're doing this in the first place. It's not about the pretty card- it's about the memories.
So… how can you go wrong? Worst case scenario is that no one cooperates. Maybe you don't even have one picture where everyone is looking at the camera and smiling. Maybe the baby's even crying. But at the end of it all – you still have captured memories of the ones that you love most. The way that they are now. You still have managed to freeze and save a moment in time. And one day – you will cherish that.
So DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE "FAMILY PICTURE PLANNER"
and go capture some memories!
Pssst…. if you liked this round-up, don't forget to check out…
101 Tips & Ideas for Couples Photography
and our 101 Date Idea Round-ups!
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My family is having a group photo taken tomorrow – by a friend who is a very accomplished photographer doing it as a favour – and this was really helpful: I would like us to use her time effectively and also have fun, and I think all your suggestions are great! There will be my twin brother and his girlfriend, our sister, and me and my husband and our two sons, 9 and 13. This is for my Mom (age 81) for Christmas – she has been wanting an updated photo for a while, so while I know she would be happy with a grainy photo where half of us have our eyes closed, but this will make for a happier shoot and a much better outcome. Thanks. I will be back to your site again for more good advice!
I find your website very interesting and great ideas but I have something to throw at you. We will have all our family together right after CHRISTmas and I want a family photo and also candid shots ofcourse. There will be 28 people rangeing from 1 mo to 77 yrs. Two parents, five adult kids w/four spouses, Thirteen grandkids, two spouses, three great grand kids (1 mo – 3 yrs) I chosen jeans for all. White tees for parents,adult kids & spouses, dark teal (Jaguar) for grandkids & spouses, vertical blue/blk stripe for great grands. I don't want the typical straight line grouping. do you have suggestions for this many people?
Thanks for any help you can give
When I have seen the title 101 family picture tips and ideas I though it looks like more tips that will help a starter to become a best photographer. Yes I am right what I though was right your tips are really exciting and it covers all areas of photography to be the best.
loved it!!!!!….specially the last comments about enjoying the moment rather than looking for the perfect picture…. =) thank you.. we are having a family photo session next week to celebrate my parents 40 aniversary!!!
I am sooooooooooooooo in LOVE with this idea! I can't wait to build our own picture poses…I love you guys for sharing this! – Blessed Day Divas!
Wow, this is fantastic and well written. Thank you for taking the time to compile all this information in an easy to understand and fun manner. This is the best summary I have ever seen.
Wow! What a great, all-encompassing resource! Thank you!
I LOVED this post! I do photography as a hobby and shared this with my family and friends because so many of them have so many questions and this answered them all!
Great post!! Love all the ideas. Totally pinning for future use. Thank you!
What fantatstic advice! I am so thankful for this wonderful website! It was incredibly helpful and I know for sure I will be using these tips!
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my client actually used this to show me some ideas of what she'd like. i've done lot of them but am behind on blogging. i agree with this and thank you for crediting the sources!
Wonderful ideas for family photo shoot. I have 2 days to prepare for a photo shoot that will be published! This is wonderful and helpful! Thanks!
Is there a printale version of this?
I LOVE what you have put together. I plan on sharing this with my clients. It's what I preach for an organized shoot. Thank you for educating everyone on great portraits.
Wow! What an awesome article!!! Lots of ideas and inspiration! Angela Butler
Great tips, but your "pin it" buttons are a bit much. Maybe it's my screen, but they are covering up parts of all the pictures and are really distracting. Just thought I'd share. I had a hard time actually being able to read through everything.
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My friends always tell me I am good at it so its time I start
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I found this so helpful and inspiring for our family pictures this year. I also shared it on my blog here: http://organizinglifewithlittles.wordpress.com/2013/11/14/fridays-favorite-finds/ Thanks for putting it together!
Brilliant post! So comprehensive. Thanks for helping elevate my anxiety with the family photo shoot!
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"I do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will faithfully execute the Office of President of the United States, and will to the best of my Ability, preserve, protect and defend the Constitution of the United States." Has Obama actually preserved, protected or defended the constitution? It's no more often than yes.


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Use Your Money to Change the Culture
- Thursday, October 18, 2001
"Is this what the end of a civilization looks like?"
Former Secretary of Education and "Drug Czar" William Bennett was reflecting on his thoughts from a meeting he had with Time Warner chairman Gerald Levin in January 1993, challenging Time Warner's choice to exploit music promoting violence, murder, and rape for the sake of profit. Bennett had successfully arranged a private meeting with the chairman at Time Warner's New York headquarters.
He continued to recall the thoughts going through his head while he spoke to Levin at the meeting several years earlier: You know, this is the end. You are supposed to be leaders. This is Warner Brothers! Is this what happened to Bugs Bunny? Bugs Bunny is now a gangster rapper, talking about how he is going to hurt, mutilate, and torture women?
Bennett was not the only one outraged at Time Warner's choice to profit at the expense of our culture. Charlton Heston also chose to publicly challenge Time Warner for its decision to sell cultural pollution. In February 1999, Heston had the opportunity to speak to the Harvard Law School Forum about his disgust with corporate leaders' selling out moral values for short-term profits. In his speech, he said,
A few years back I heard about a rapper named Ice-T who was selling a CD called Cop Killer, celebrating ambushing and murdering police officers. It was being marketed by none other than Time Warner, the biggest entertainment conglomerate in the world. Police across the country were outraged. Rightfully so - at least one had been murdered. But Time Warner was stonewalling because the CD was a cash cow for them, and the media were tiptoeing around it because the rapper was black. I heard Time Warner had a stockholders meeting scheduled in Beverly Hills. I owned some shares at the time, so I decided to attend.
What I did there was against the advice of my family and colleagues. I asked for the floor. To a hushed room of a thousand average American stockholders, I simply read the full lyrics of Cop Killer - every vicious, vulgar, instructional word.
"I got my 12 gauge sawed off.
I got my headlights turned off.
I'm about to bust some shots off.
I'm about to dust some cops off. ..."
It got worse, a lot worse. I won't read the rest of it to you. But trust me, the room was a sea of shocked, frozen, blanched faces. The Time Warner executives squirmed in their chairs and stared at their shoes. They hated me for that. Then I delivered another volley of sick lyrics brimming with racist filth, where Ice-T fantasizes about sodomizing two 12-year-old nieces of Al and Tipper Gore: "She pushed her butt against my ... "
Well, I won't do to you here what I did to them. Let's just say I left the room in echoing silence. When I read the lyrics to the waiting press corps, one of them said, "We can't print that." "I know," I replied, "but Time Warner is selling it."
Two months later, Time Warner terminated Ice-T's contract. I'll never be offered another film by Warner or get a good review from Time magazine. But disobedience means you must be willing to act, not just talk.
While Time Warner has captured more famous detractors than perhaps any other company for its practice of selling violence and profanity, it certainly is not alone.
In fact, corporate America today faces a crisis of bankruptcy. Certainly not in traditional terms of net worth and profitability, but clearly corporate America collectively is facing a crisis of moral bankruptcy greater than at any time in our country's history. I believe it is no coincidence that American companies are increasingly pursuing profitable business ventures without any consideration for the cost the venture will ultimately have on our culture, our families, and our children.
Ask 10 evangelicals what the culture war is and you will probably get 10 different answers. William Bennett often refers to it in his national press interviews as a common degradation of traditional values pervasive throughout our public policies and educational standards. Pat Buchanan describes it as a fight for the soul of America between the righteous and the unrighteous. Charles Colson says, "The culture war is not just about abortion, homosexual rights, or the decline in public education. ... The real war is a cosmic struggle between worldviews - between the Christian worldview and the various secular and spiritual worldviews arrayed against it."
There is no doubt about it. Attempts to destroy parental authority and control in raising children, to dilute our public education system into a godless training ground for social policies while stripping teachers of their authority, to tear down traditional standards in society in the name of fairness and tolerance, and to oversimplifiy all issues involving violent behavior to a predictable debate over gun control are real encounters in the culture war battlefields every day.
All of these issues, however, leave out perhaps the most powerful and influential battlefield of the culture war. Corporate America as a community has more day-to-day influence on our culture than all of Congress and the executive branch. From the products we purchase to the entertainment we see (with its own brand of morality) to the internal corporate policies that govern our working lives, companies and commerce are at ground zero.
Upon further investigation, there are many good reasons why corporate America represents the most fertile ground for social and cultural change. Corporate leaders have a seemingly straightforward task in leading their respective businesses. That is to seek out a business plan that leads to success as measured in one dimension - profitability. In that traditional measurement, a number of costs are taken into consideration, such as taxes, production, marketing, and labor. Any product that generates higher revenues than costs is generally considered a success.
Yet consider the realm of public policy. When discussing programs, policies, or even products involved with government, the discussion is multidimensional. Not only are the financial costs and profits considered, but the overall value or cost to society is considered. Consider the post-World War II legislation that came to be known as the GI Bill. The result was great initial cost to the government. However, many economists suggested that in the long run these programs would actually provide net income to the government by raising the general level of personal income levels due to a higher average education. This higher income average would lead to higher annual tax collections for the government.
Even more importantly, the discussions considered more than financial costs and revenues. The GI Bill was also endorsed for the positive impact it would have on families, on communities, and on strengthening the country as a whole. Higher education levels would increase the standard of living for all and provide cultural and intellectual benefits for all members of the family.
Politicians and public servants deal every day with the issue of the greater good. They have staffs trained to deal with the public regarding such macro issues -- often by having well-trained people giving boilerplate answers to predictable questions. A public official's future often depends on how he or she deals with issues that impact the country and society as a whole.
Unfortunately, this other consideration of value - concerning families, children, and our culture as a whole - is not discussed in today's corporate boardrooms, in product development meetings, or in executive evaluations, even though the ultimate influence of corporations on our culture is arguably greater than that of public officials trying to change statutes to the liking of their constituencies. Even with highly publicized events that concern the negative social impact of corporate products, the cultural debate often focuses back on the public policy arena instead of the company or industry responsible for it.
An example: On April 20, 1999, a dramatic tragedy occurred in Littleton, Colo., that stirred fears of vulnerability among parents across the nation. A collective sense of lost innocence permeated the country after Dylan Klebold and Eric Harris mercilessly murdered 13 people at Columbine High School and then killed themselves. Parents, pastors, grandparents, children, and students all tried to understand how such an event could take place and, more importantly, how to prevent it in the future.
Only God knows the roots of the behavioral problems that led Klebold and Harris to make their deadly choices that day. Almost immediately after the rampage, the mainstream media served up one more stream of television "experts" and politicians discussing the need for gun control as the ultimate answer. Never mind that there were already many existing gun laws that the two killers broke on that day.
However, more than a day or two later it became clear that both Harris and Klebold had been obsessed with violent video games, such as Doom, and repeatedly watched Natural Born Killers and other movies criticized for glamorizing violence. Harris had also published murderous fantasies related to the video games on his own Internet site.
The connection between the ultraviolent behavior promoted in such video games and the violent behavior displayed by the killers is undeniable. In a May 1999 press conference, even President Bill Clinton said, "We cannot pretend that there is no impact on our culture and our children that is adverse if there is too much violence coming out of what they see and experience." Nearly a year later at congressional hearings, Sabrina Steger also spoke of the impact of violent video games on her life. Her teenage daughter Kayce and two others died in 1997 when 14-year-old Michael Carneal opened fire on students holding a hallway prayer meeting at their high school in Paducah, Ky.
Steger told the committee, "As a nurse, I'm in the business of recognizing signs of illness, and I see Americans addicted to violence and in denial of it." Steger and the parents of two other children killed are suing entertainment companies responsible for the violent and sexual video games that influenced Carneal. At the same hearing, Kansas Sen. Sam Brownback displayed the popular video game Duke Nukem, which not only was almost exclusively designed around graphic violence and death but also included, as Brownback described, "nude female prostitutes, some bound to posts, begging to be killed."
I applaud Sen. Brownback's committee for holding a public discussion on the topic. But I submit that the target of this investigation should include not only public policy but also the source of the products involved. Among all the outrage over the video game Doom that the Columbine killers were obsessed with, I have not seen one article, statement, or reference made to the company that chooses to create, package, and sell the product directly to children -- a company called id Software.
The company, based near Dallas, Texas, makes other video games such as Quake and Aliens Are My Babysitter. It was started by friends John Carmack and Adrian Carmack (no relation) in 1990. John, a self-taught programmer, developed the core technology for all of the company's games. The company name was taken from the label given to the instinctual part of the human psyche first identified by Freud.
The company's Web site describes the scenes for the game Doom as follows: "You're a space marine armed with a mere pistol. Your mission is to locate more substantial firepower, blow your way through an onslaught of undead marines and mutant demons from hell, and navigate yourself off a radioactive moon base. In order to survive, not only do you have to make it through the first 27 blood-splattered levels of Doom, you also have to get through nine more incredibly tough expert levels in the all new episode 'Thy Flesh Consumed.'"
The game was first released on Dec. 10, 1993. It quickly attained phenomenal financial success and was recognized as the hottest 3-D action game of all time. Experts recognize it as the catalyst and inspiration for what is now known as 3-D action gaming. In total, an estimated 15 million copies have been downloaded around the world and passed from player to player by floppy disk or online networks. Since its initial product, id Software has also released the sequel Doom II: Hell on Earth. Doom II has now sold more than 2 million copies. Since Doom, the company has found even greater success in marketing a more graphically violent series of games under the title Quake.
An online games expert recently reviewed Quake: "And forget about leaving the meat behind: Panic Quake is nothing but bodies. Bodies splattered, pulverized and exploded. The body fragged and multiplied, becoming pure speed in a point-to-point network of ammunition flows and tactical lust. All-sucking, all-spewing, the Quakebody is projectile and target, monster and hero, author and interface, key, switch, and trap. It is the body with nothing but organs, erupting and transmitting, and always forever the barricaded global variable in an infinite cascade of light-speed calculations: surface, perspective, and line of sight - the baroque codes for subjectivity in the digital space of deathmarch culture."
Just as it has become clear to the American public that the companies that produce and market tobacco products have some responsibility for the effects of their products on the health of the public, so, too, should the American public recognize the responsibility companies like id Software have for the effects of their products on the mental health of the children to which they aggressively market. The solution is not to create books full of statutes describing the boundaries of what is acceptable and what is not acceptable - all decided by a committee. Rather, the ultimate measurement should be the financial success of the company itself. A company known to be selling poison to people directly will soon be out of business. It will not be able to find investors to back it. It will not be able to find consumers to buy the product. So it should be with a company that blatantly sells products that poison the minds of our children. Let the informed investor and consumer deliver the true accountability.
When we as a society consider the lessons learned from the Columbine High School tragedy, they should involve more than a debate about gun control. Of course the two killers should not have had access to guns. But the source of the behavioral conditioning that led to their choice to use the guns must also be taken into account. No doubt some of this must be on the shoulders of Klebold's and Harris' parents. But there is no doubt that the manufacturers of these same video games must hold accountability as well. As Sabrina Steger told Sen. Brownback's Senate committee,
Violent video games and movies desensitize users to the violence by making it sterile, acceptable, and even desirable. Defilement and carnage all too prevalent on the silver screen is easily transferred to any home by video games seen through hand-held screens, TV screens, and computer monitors.
Blood on the screen has no odor and it cannot be touched. Screams are controlled by the volume button, and slaughter by the on/off button. But the button is too often on, the volume on high, and death repeated each time the restart button is touched. Some question if video games can have 30- to 60-second advertisements influence what soft drink or car we buy and what candidate we vote for. How can we then deny that hours on end of repetitive video games violence does not have a gargantuan impact on impressionable children and adolescents?
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The Gilmer County Volunteer Fire Department responded to a fire on Barbecue Run Road outside of Letter Gap Monday morning.
A Rubin Resources employee said an oil tank and gas tank underground caught on fire after well oil got onto a pump.
The fire department said workers shut off the lines that led into the tank so the department could put out the fire.
According to the fire department, the flames at a certain point were approximately 100 feet in the air when it hit pockets of gas. The fire was contained to where the storage tanks are located and in the pit area of the well site.
Crews were able to get the fire under control just over an hour after the fire started.
A small brush fire also occurred outside the well pad but due to rain, crews are not concerned about any other brush fires occurring.
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The Twins and the World Baseball ClassicPosted on January 20th, 2009 – 11:33 AM
By La Velle
Provisional rosters for the 2009 World Baseball Classic were released last night. I glanced at them right away and looked at them more closely today. Many Twins players – including a couple I've never heard of – could play in the WBC. Roster will be paired down before the tournament begins on Mar. 5.
(Reporter's disclaimer: I love international competitions. I'm the guy who watches Olympic curling. I love the World Cup. I was ticked off at USA Basketball when it took tournaments lightly a few years ago. I even watched some of the hockey World Juniors a few weeks ago. So, heck yes, I'm pro-WBC).
Let's take a look at Twins players and the WBC:
Potential Twins players: Liam Hendricks, RHP; Bradley Tippett, RHP; Matthew Williams, RHP; Allan De San Miguel, C; Kames Beresford, INF; Luke Hughes, INF; Daniel Berg, OF.
Overview: Twins fans will want to watch Hughes' defense closely. That's been the knock on him while he's moved through the system. But he's been able to drive the ball so far in his pro career. There's a chance he'll be needed during the regular season. The Twins are one the big players in Austraila, which is why they have so many players on the provisional roster.
Potential Twins players: Jesse Crain, RHP; Justin Morneau, 1B; Eric Gagne????
Overview: Heard a few days ago that Crain would wind up in the WBC, so it looks like he's in. If they pick a captain, you have to wonder if Morneau is the logical choice. Also check out Brett Lawrie. The Twins looked hard at him but decided to take Aaron Hicks in last year's draft. I don't think anyone is complaining about that pick, but it's still worth tracking Lawrie's development.
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Potential Twins players: Francisco Liriano, LHP.
Overview: It's a little surprising that Alexi Casilla isn't on this list – but look at infielders this team has! This could be a great jumping off point for Francisco Liriano, who, barring injury, will open the season in the Twins rotation and undoubtedly wants to establish himself as one of MLB's top pitchers.
Potential Twins players: Nick Punto, SS; Mauro Schiavoni, RHP
Overview: What are the odds that Punto will be the first player in the tournament to dive into first base. Schiavoni actually is from Argentina and pitched for Jake Mauer for the Twins Gulf Coast League team last season.
The Netherlands
Potential Twins players: Tom Stuifbergen, RHP; Raynard Doran, OF.
Overview: Stuifbergen is coming off of surgery and won't play. Doran is no longer with the organization. BTW, Loek Van Mil, the 7-foot-1 righthander, has a strained elbow ligament and will miss the tournament too.
Puerto Rico
Potential Twins players: Carlos Gutierrez, RHP; Luis Matos, OF.
Overview: I haven't heard if Gutierrez is going to pitch. He's on the verge of his first major league camp and is being converted into a starter, so my guess is that he'll want to work out with the Twins. Matos was signed as a minor league free agent with an invite to camp. The Twins won't stand in the way if a player wants to represent his country, but Matos might opt to come to camp and make a good impression instead of playing in the WBC,
South Africa
Potential Twins player: Robb Hein, LHP.
Overview: Who? He's not in the media guide. Jim Rantz, the Twins director of minor leagues, said they do have some players in the systen who have yet to play a game as a pro. Hein was signed last year out of the European Baseball Academy.
Potential Twins player: Joe Nathan
Overview: Nathan is the most accomplished closer on the roster but there are other options, too.
Potential Twins player: Jose Mijares
Overview: At first, I thought Mijares was set up to get a lot of work during the WBC. But lefties Cesar Jimenez and Reynel Pinto have more MLB experience.
Other observations:
Dennys Reyes is listed with the Twins but that is not true.
Eddie Guardado is listed on Mexico's roster, which I think is funny because he speaks little Spanish.
There are A LOT of former Twins on these rosters, from Johan Santana to Grant Balfour to David Ortiz to J. C. Romero to Sidney Ponson to A.J. to Michael Nakamura…..
A few years ago, we were looking at Lapchick's study of race in baseball and Ian Snell was listed as African-American. "Ian Snell is a black man?" I thought to myself. Now I see he's on Puerto Rico roster. I know there are some stretches when placing players on these rosters but I still think it's funny.
Japan still has to be considered the favorite. Can't wait to see Yu Darvish pitch. Hopefully the USA steps up this time. Hopefully they'll have more lefties in the bullpen than Brian Fuentes or they will lose to Canada again and everyone will have to endure Justin Morneau's needling again.


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text: Table 12_1_3-6 2008 National Healthcare Quality and Disparities ReportsThe National Healthcare Quality Report (NHQR) is a comprehensive national overview of quality of health care in the United States. It is organized around four dimensions of quality of care: effectiveness, patient safety, timeliness, and patient centeredness. Table 12_1_3.6Adults who had a doctor's office or clinic visit in the last 6 months whose health providers always listened carefully to them, Medicaid, by State, 2007StatePercentSECalifornia62.60.9Colorado69.22.2Connecticut71.32.7Florida73.71.1Kansas64.72.6Maryland72.51.1Massachusetts74.02.2Michigan68.40.9New Jersey76.21.9New Mexico73.02.0New York69.71.9Ohio75.11.6Pennsylvania71.11.1Rhode Island66.72.9Tennessee72.72.3Utah69.81.9Virginia72.12.8Washington66.11.7West Virginia71.93.1Key: SE: standard error.Source: Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, Center for Quality Improvement and Patient Safety, National CAHPS Benchmarking Database. Current as of September 2009 Internet Citation: Table 12_1_3-6: 2008 National Healthcare Quality and Disparities Reports. September 2009. Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, Rockville, MD. http://www.ahrq.gov/research/findings/nhqrdr/nhqrdr08/12_patientcenteredness/T12_1_3-6.html


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There's Danny!
That is a great reason not to have Danny and Ethan pawing at each other. I'm not even mad Danny didn't have a line in this scene. Maybe a little mad he (and his new beau) had a shirt..l
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Teen Wolfis one of our favorite shows, but much as we love the denizens of Beacon Hills, they never quite do all the things we want them to do… or for a sufficient amount of time. So for hardcore Wolfies who want more of their favorite characters… and have the vivid imagination to create their own adventures, we bring you these fabulous Teen Wolf paper dolls by graphic artist Andy Swist.
This week we bring you alpha twins Ethan & Aiden!
Okay, so it's only one doll doing double duty for gay Ethan or straight Aiden, but we figure you're only gonna be interested in one or the other. Anyway, we gave you an extra head as an accessory, and as a special bonus, their merged alpha monster.
But seriously, look at the butt on him/them! Lydia is a lucky girl because when she puts Aiden in designer jeans they'll look perfect on me.
As for Danny, well, he hit the jackpot. After we put him in a jockstrap last week for his doll, I made some assumptions, but with a butt like that on Ethan, well, equal opportunity!
"Teen Wolf" Paper Doll Series: Allison Argent
The latest addition to the Teen Wolf Paper Doll collection allows the show to pass the Bechdel Test with the addition of Allison Argent, complete with her bow. Frankly, it's odd, because it looks like Stiles is looking at Allison, when we all know that he's supposed to be staring in Lydia's direction (which also provides a view of Derek. Just sayin').
All the dolls are available in a high quality printable PDF on TheBacklot.com, so get yours and play out the plots of Teen Wolf you always wanted to see onscreen. And by all means share with us!
We heard your need to have someone for sour wolf Derek to play with, so this week we're bringing you two of our Teen Wolf Paper Dolls, Stiles, and Lydia.
Stiles comes complete with multiple facial expressions that capture his true personality, plus lacrosse gear, and his teen boy tighty-whities. Handily, he also comes with a XXL condom for when someone finally decides to sex him up.
Lydia comes with all the fabulous fashions you'd expect of her, but also hair that allows for her to be lost in the woods, as she sometimes is.
Head on over to TheBacklot.com for printable PDF versions of both, and don't forget to show us what you do with your Derek, Stiles, and Lydia dolls now that they have playmates. We know we can trust you!
It's 75 days until swim suit season, so we're thinking about which casts we'd like to see at the beach. So we want you to choose which casting director hit the jackpot for male bodies. First bracket:
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Personally, I think the casts should oil wrestle for the title.
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WooHoo! We get to be Stiles in the relationShip!
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1758 S Shenandoah St has a Walk Score of 83 out of 100. This location is Very Walkable so most errands can be accomplished on foot.
This location is in the Pico/Robertson neighborhood in Los Angeles. Nearby parks include Robertson Playground, Robertson Recreation Center and Reynier Park.
Nearby schools include Yula Girls School, Ateret Israel High School and Canfield Avenue Elementary School.
The closest grocery stores are Bevwood Market, Sgn Inc and Health Choices Juicebar Inc.
Nearby coffee shops include Yogi Tea, The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf and International Coffee & Tea LLC. There are 46 restaurants within a 15 minute walk including Seedling Organic Catering, Tom's Super Burger and Samurai Sam's.
1758 S Shenandoah St is near Northrop Grumman Headquarters, Occidental Petroleum Headquarters and CB Richard Ellis Group Headquarters.
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How much is it to ask someone to have a conversation with you?
You sleep with them for the sex. You talk to them for the social interaction.
I don't want to marry you, and I don't want you to believe that you own me; if you believe anything it should be the fact that YOU DO NOT OWN ME.
But the sex is good, and I enjoy conversation.
Do you have such little self control that you must fuck someone other than me?
Why are people afraid of being in a friendly relationship with someone that involves sharing ideas, spending bits of time together, and having sex?
Why is this so hard to find in people?
Please. I would love to discuss this.
beckyloves replied to your post: I really hate when people fish for compliments.
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Why use a toe protector to a party?
Having to stop dancing halfway through a party due to aching feet is never pleasant. Unfortunately, fancy dress shoes – especially those worn by women – are seldom designed to be as comfortable as possible. Combine a brand new narrow, high-heeled pointy shoe with several hours of mingling and dancing and you have a recipe for foot-disaster.
Fortunately, there are several things you can do to keep your feet comfy throughout the night. Toe protectors can be used to relieve pressure from your toes, while some extra protection in the other end of the shoe can prevent blistering and destroyed pantyhose. Depending on the design of the shoe, it may also be possible to add a cushioning sole.
Party shoes based on the flip-flop design can easily cause blistering and discomfort between the big toe and its neighbour, and a special toe protector developed specifically for the flip-flop modell is therefore recommended. For more information, see the section about flip-flops below.
Why use a toe protector? To avoid having to leave the party by the stroke of midnight.
Why use a toe protector to prevent problems?
In many cases, people do not get a toe protector until they already have a problem with their feet. This is unfortunate, since so many foot problems can be prevented. If you for instance know that you will be hiking for a week or dancing all night, get a toe protector and put in on in advance. This way you can prevent blisters and abrasions from appearing in the first place, instead of trying to treat them when they are already there.
Why use a toe protector during sports and outdoor activities?
Many sports and outdoor activities can be hard on our feet, and nobody wants to get a fun game of football ruined by aching feet or having to quite a hike in advance due to severe blistering. The key here is planning – put your toe protector on in advance. It can also be a good idea to bring some extra protection along to be able to quickly bolster any area of your feet that feels sore.
Note: Cyclists commonly use a special type of toe protector to keep their feet warm in cold weather. It is like a small "cap" for the front part of your feet that will act as a wind stopper without preventing your toes from breathing. If full shoe covers turn your foot into a stinky swampland when biking, this type of toe protector is an excellent alternative.
Why use a toe protector in flip-flops?
Flip-flops – also known as slip-slaps, jandals, pluggers, toesies and thongs – consist of a flat shoe held loosely on the foot by a Y-shaped strap that passes between the first (big) and second toes and then continues around either side of the foot. These shoes do not secure the ankle, so the only thing keeping them from falling off your foot is those straps between your first and second toe.
Anyone who has ever worn a flip-flop knows that it can easily cause abrasions between the first and second toe, chiefly due to friction. You can prevent this from happening by using a suitable toe protector. Today, toe protectors specially designed to fit flip-flops are available from several different manufacturers and it is possible to find models that are virtually invisible as long as the shoe is on the foot. For some flip-flops, a translucent toe protector is the most aesthetically pleasing choice, while others look better with a coloured toe protector.
Why use a toe protector when wearing flip-flops? To protect your first and second toe!
Why use a toe protector during a pedicure session?
There are special toe protectors that can be placed between the toes to keep them separated during a pedicure session. Having the toes separated is convenient during several stages of a pedicure, including the part where nail polish or nail strengtheners are applied. Using ordinary cotton balls to separate the toes is not recommended since strains of cotton can end up in the nail polish, thus ruining the appearance of the polished nail. To protectors made from foam, silicone and similar materials are much safer.
Why use a toe protector when suffering from bunions / hallux valgus / hallux abducto-valgus?
A bunion is a structural anomaly of the bones and the joint located between the foot and the toe. The bone or tissue becomes enlarged and the affected toe may turn in toward the next toe. The condition can be very painful. Sometimes the surrounding tissue becomes swollen and tender, and continuous chafing may also cause skin damage and infected ulcers.
Other terms used for this condition is hallux valgus and hallux abducto-valgus. Hallux refers to the big toe, valgus refers to the abnormal angulation of the big toe, and abductus/abucto refers to the abnormal inward leaning of the big toe towards the second toe.
Bunions are mostly genetic. If certain supportive structures in your feet are positioned in a particular way, you are more likely to suffer from bunions. Flat feet, excessively flexible ligaments, abnormal bone structure, and certain neurological abnormalities are all examples of conditions that can increase the risk of bunions.
So, why use a toe protector when suffering from this type of problem? A toe protector will not cure the problem, but it can make the condition less painful and protect your skin from being torn and infected. A soft and flexible gel toe protector can for instance be used to cushion and comfort tender and sensitive skin and tissue while waiting for surgery. Today it is possible to find several different toe protectors on the market designed specifically to mitigate the problems associated with bunions, including bunion toe spacers, bunion regulators, bunion splints and bunions cushions.
Why use a toe protector when suffering from hammer toe or mallet toe?
A hammer toe is a deformity of the proximal interphalangeal joint of the second, third or fourth toe. The affected toe becomes permanently bent – like a hammer. If the problem is located in the distal interphalangeal joint instead of the proximal one, the condition is known as mallet toe.
A hammer or mallet toe is normally the result of prolonged and continuous use of shoes that force the toe into a bent position. Over time, the toe muscles will shorten and the result is a hammer or mallet toe. Hammer and mallet toes can however also be caused by certain medical conditions, including rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, diabetes and stroke.
Surgery is one solution, but in milder cases you may be able to stretch out your muscles again using a special training regiment prescribed by your doctor.
So, why use a toe protector when suffering from these problems? The awkward angle of the toe can make walking uncomfortable, and you may also suffer from chafed skin and damaged tissue since it can be difficult to find a shoe with enough space for the hammer or mallet toe. To protect your feet while waiting for surgery or for the stretching to remedy the problem, you can use to a toe protector to make walking more comfortable and to protect your skin and underlying tissue from abrasions.
Why use a toe protector when suffering from toe corns / clavus /clavi / callus?
A toe corn, also known as clavus in singular and clavi in plural, is a callus of dead skin that appears on the toe. The dorsal surface of our toes is especially prone to toe corns. A toe corn has an easily recognizable round shape and consist of thickened skin.
The corn is how the toe protects itself against pressure, and is therefore essentially a good thing. However, if that pressure continues, the corn will get thicker and thicker and can become painful. An ulcer (abscess) can develop and become infected. If not treated, the infection may spread, causing serious health problems.
Toe corns are caused by pressure, especially in combination with friction, and can be the result of a long row of things, including improper footwear, toe deformities or gait abnormalities. The proper thing to do is therefore to use a toe protector to relieve the area from pressure. Why use a toe protector instead of corn paint or corn plasters? Because corn paint and similar remedies consist of chemicals that will 'eat away' the thickened skin. The corn will disappear for while, but if you don't take action against the actual pressure problem the corn will just reappear, forcing you to buy yet another bottle of corn paint. Also, you have deprived your toe of its natural protection from pressure. It should also be noted that corn paints and similar chemicals tend to attack all skin cells, not just the ones that make up your toe corn.
In otherwise healthy people, corn paint can be an excellent way of getting rid of a toe corn, but only if you also do something about the underlying pressure problem, e.g. by getting more comfortable shoes and/or using a toe protector.


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The Pittsburgh Steelers have been hit hard with injuries on the offensive side of the ball — especially the quarterback and wide receiver positions. With the team in the thick of the playoff race, it appears that they will be looking to add depth to the positions this week.
First up could be wide receiver.
It's being reported that veteran wide receiver Plaxico Burress is heading to Pittsburgh to workout with the Steelers on Tuesday, per ESPN's Adam Schefter. Pittsburgh has injuries to Antonio Brown and Jerricho Cotchery.
Burress is also expected to take a physical when he visits the Steel City, which indicates the Steelers could very likely sign him.
In the 2000 NFL Draft, the Steelers made Burress the eighth overall pick.
Burress is 35-years-old but has stayed committed to being in top shape. He has kept his hopes up all season that a team would give him a contract and Pittsburgh could finally make his wishes come true.
It would be a perfect ending for Burress to end his career where he began. The Steelers give Burress a chance to be part of a championship contender for his final hurrah in the NFL.


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In the summer, live music is part of our Veranda Parties every Friday & Saturday night from 8-11 pm. Friday nights feature bands and Saturday nights are acoustic guitar. Click HERE to see the Summer Entertainment Schedule on the Veranda at Starved Rock Lodge. Outdoor dining can't be beat! You'll enjoy the food and the view. We have Brick Oven Pizza, Giant Pretzels & more! Craft beer, too. Ask about Starved Rock Signature Ale.
After Labor Day, music continues outside on the Veranda as long as weather permits. Then, when temps turn colder, you can relax and enjoy the music played by talented singers and guitarists. The acoustic selections vary from classic favorites to wonderful, original songs. There's no cover so stop by and have a cocktail, dinner, late-night coffee drinks or your favorite craft beer. Music runs from 8-11 pm with no cover charge every Friday night.


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COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) -- Shaker Heights Hathaway Brown lost its first two title games but since those defeats has gotten the hang of leaving Value City Arena victorious, and Saturday was no exception.
Vanessa Smith had 19 points as the Blazers defeated Millersburg West Holmes 53-41 in the girls Division II final for a record-tying fourth-straight title.
"Every year it's kind of unreal," Hathaway Brown junior Nia Marshall said. "It gets better and better."
Hathaway Brown (22-5) tied the mark for consecutive championships held by Cincinnati Mount Notre Dame (2006-09) and South Euclid Regina (2000-03). The Blazers were also runner-ups in 2007 and '08 before starting their title run.
"Six years down here and to win four is a humbling experience for me," Blazers coach Paul Barlow said. "Every year is different because it's a different group of kids."
West Holmes (24-4) was after its first championship since winning three straight from 1984-86 but stalled offensively as Hathaway Brown scored nine straight points to end the first half with a 28-19 lead behind Marshall's nine points.
West Holmes then got to within four, but the Blazers went on a 12-0 run at the end of the third quarter and into the fourth for a 45-29 margin.
West Holmes coach Lisa Patterson rued her team's 15-for-56 (26.8 percent) shooting, caused in part by the taller Blazers.
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Partridge Family Mom Gets Nekkid at 75?!
Come on, get happy!? Rumors abound about Shirley Jones taking it all off for Playboy.
Shirley Jones, the matriarch of the '70s television series "The Partridge Family," has been looking for a little media "exposure" and considering going au naturel. According to the New York Post, the former sitcom star is toying with the idea of posing nude for Playboy.
And her hubby is all over the idea. "She's still drop-dead gorgeous, and at the age of 75, a natural beauty," said Marty Ingels, who is also Shirley's manager.
OK, two things: 1) Ingels obviously loves his wife, which is SO sweet. 2) Ingels, like his wife, is in his seventies and clearly his eyesight is going.
A rep from Playboy tells Access Hollywood that they have no plans to feature the iconic mom.
Still, should a 75-year-old mother, grandmother, and former Mrs. Partridge really be showing off her "stuff"?
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No—Please No.
You might as well be asking your own Grandma— too creepy—
She had her chance at "youth".
Retire with dignity—Please!
Sure, why not? She's lived long enough to know whether or not this is something she can do and still respect herself. Besides our culture needs to learn to embrace sexuality of all ages.
I'll just look at the centerfold with my glasses off! LOL!
No, some women look great no matter what their age.
I say, go for it, but just do the artsy nudity that Hefner did in the 60's.
We don't need to look at the nether regions…


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Someone on one of our threads shared a dieter's prayer and, while I am more inclined to pray conversationally with God, I came across another printed prayer and I really like it. If you are a person of faith, express these things to God in your own words. If you are not one who prays, using these as cues for introspection can be very helpful just the same.
Holy Spirit, I want to lose weight,
but I keep on eating, and eating.
Help me to understand myself.
Why do I eat when I am not hungry?
What is it that I am trying to satisfy or fill up?
My need for affection?
My desire to feel full and strong?
Am I confusing a feeling of weakness and inadequacy with hunger?
Do I binge eat in order to smother my anger?
Please Holy Spirit,
give me the peace of heart I need in order to understand me.
And help me to say "no" to myself,
to control my urge to put something in my mouth,
to acquire some self discipline.
Help me to understand that my "no" is really a "yes"
to the person you are calling me to be.
Strengthen me to say "no" to myself and "yes" to You.
Okay, this has got to be the most remarkable thing I have seen in a long, LONG time. I'm having a delightful conversation with my nephew, Jason. That's not unusual because he is one of the most awesome men I know. He tells me about a great new product his wife got (for her own survival) called, and I am not making this up: POO-POURRI. That's the actual name of it.
I love my husband with all my heart. He's a good man. He's a great friend. He rocks in many, many ways. Going into the bathroom after him takes more courage than I have sometimes. And we only have one bathroom.
So off to my computer I went and ordered this little gem. One drop of it into the toilet BEFORE you go and there is NO smell. (Testimonial of my nephew, anyhow. Will get back to you with a product review once mine arrives.) They have the Royal Flush product and the Heaven Scent one and, my personal favorite... Heavy Doody. LOL Is that a scream? I laughed til my side hurt! LOL
My Irishman is, as many of you know, an executive chef turned ship's captain. That means dinner at our house is often an adventure. Tonight's adventure is BEAUTIFUL! It's half a can of beer in these cute little stands, with a chicken sitting on the can, sort of like when the dog sits up and begs. lol It is SO moist and delicious. I am so blessed. I love my husband!
I received this request today from CINDYCHARLENE. Please remember them and those who are fighting these vicious blazes in prayer.
Would you please pray for us here in Eagar Az. We just received another preevacuation order because of the Wallow Fire. The winds are picking up and they fear spot fires. We were evacuated for almost a week and were told we could come back but it still was possible to be evacuated again. I am praying that it will rain and that it will pour. Always thought that an interesting statement, "When it rains it pours". The trials have been pouring for sure but God is in control.
Thanks to Youps for sharing this with me!
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This is the Diga del Cingino dam in Italy - can you see the little dots on the wall? What do you think they are? Look closer maybe ...
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Well I'll be dam-ed! They are European Ibex and they like to eat the moss & lichen, and lick the salt off the dam wall. Isnt that freaky? Just when you think you've seen everything!


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Important regulatory topics for small business include:
Most of these regulations have their roots in Federal legislation; then each state has the ability to either incorporate the Federal law directly, or modify it to make it more stringent. So it's best to be familiar with the legislation specified by the PA Department of Environmental Protection (PA DEP).
Basically, if your business operations discharge anything to the land, air or water, you may be subject to DEP regulation and you may need a permit. This can include things that aren't immediately obvious. For example, equipment like ovens used in bakeries or restaurants; heating systems (once they reach a certain size), the handling, using or disposing of almost any kind of chemical; even backup generators may require a permit.
This list, though long, is not exhaustive - it represents a good variety of businesses that may need environmental permits and/or are subject to environmental regulations.
If you make something, you are most likely subject to environmental regulations. EMAP just released a brochure which includes a checklist of potential environmental concerns.
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Alright friends. This is a serious post for someone I love dearly. If you could stop scrolling for just a moment and read this, it would mean the world.
As some of you know, my Mom has been sick for quite some time. I could really use your attention right now, because she needs help.
My mom is the sweetest, most compassionate woman I know. She loves her children selflessly, gives to others constantly, and almost always puts herself last. She has given 200% into raising me and my 7 siblings and giving us opportunities to thrive.
A few months ago she contracted a colon infection. The doctors put her on 3 doses of antibiotics (including the blacklist antibiotic sipro), which ended up nearly destroying her digestive system. Her stomach lining was hurt, and the antibiotics killed a lot of good bacteria that keep a normal digestive system in full repair. Since then she got off medication entirely, but she's had an increasingly difficult time eating. Her diet largely consists of juicing, oatmeal, and probiotics. She lost 15 pounds in 3 months. Now she weighs close to 99 pounds. Her doctors are calling it IBS, but the cause is unknown. We've been visiting a naturopathic doctor to find a cure for her reoccuring difficulties with digestion, nausea, and cramping.
Her naturopathic doctor highly suggested a GI Effects Comprehensive Profile test. Through sending in some stool samples, the test will cover every possible bacteria that may be contributing to my Mom's weight loss and weakness. It will ultimately help her doctor diagnosis what the real problem is behind my Mom's difficulties, and what process we should go through to fix it.
The biggest problem? And here is where I you, the kind, caring souls on tumblr come in. The test costs…a lot of money. You can find the details on paymenthere. Because we live outside of Georgia, medical insurance won't cover the cost of the test. And to date, we've spent hundreds upon hundreds of dollars on medical help, whether it be testing, bloodwork, medicines, natural remedies, and appointments with doctors across the Knoxville area. My brother is going to college this year, which also puts us in a financial bind.
Speaking of which, Mom was so hoping to go back to Colorado Springs with my brother to celebrate his graduation trip, but her sickness has prevented her from doing so. It's been so gutting to watch her sickness slowly steal away her ability to do the things she loves to do.
I went out with Mom today for a chat, and she revealed that she doesn't want to pay out for the test at this point…it could end up cutting other family needs. I was floored. Mom has always been a sacrificial soul, but I really refuse to let her wait any longer on a test that could bring her healing, and save her from growing even weaker, losing weight she can't afford to lose.
What can you do to to help? Here are three options:
1. Pray.
I believe in the power of prayer, and we could use all the prayers we can get.
2. Donate
If you find it in your heart to help Kathy out, your contributions would mean the world to me. I'm not telling her about this fund-raiser because she wouldn't want me to burden anyone. Whether you donate $1, $5, or $10, it will ALL (100%) go to the cause of The GI Effects test. In fact, after this test becomes a reality for her, I'll show her this donation, and I'm certain she'll want to write a personal thank you and an update for everyone. Though our family could gradually obtain the money ourselves, it will ultimately be a much slower process. Weeks, months. Every day her illness is a real and persisting reality. The sooner we raise this money, the sooner she can take the test.
3. Reblog
If you can't donate (and that's alright!), please do consider reblogging this, as we are trying to get this out to as many people as we can.
I'm submitting this donation plea here because I have confidence in the compassion of my friends on tumblr. I know how much my Mom needs this. It has been heart-wrenching to see her growing so much frailer through the weeks. I also know, if we work together, we can raise the money that will contribute to her healing. My family is pulling together for this, but we're still far from reaching our goal.
Here is the donation site: gofundme.com/a8chfo
Thank you so much, and may you be abundantly blessed for your help.
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They stopped to rest. If it were up to Merry the lad would have
easily pressed on, but the weight of the ring was a burden
too heavy for even the strongest elf; Merry knew this well.
The forest was not as quiet as usual. The wind blew heavily
against the branches of trees, and loud creatures lifted their
"I imagine," he replied thoughtfully. Whether Frodo was simply tired or not thinking, Merry couldn't tell. He naturally assumed the former.
"Oh, yes, well perhaps there'll be a tavern somewhere in this forest. Why don't we go searching?" He smiled and shook his head
"I purpose climbing as the best option."
Scrambling up the nearest tree,
he reached out a hand to pull Frodo up as well.
"The Golden Perch is only a mile or two beyond the Old Forest,"
he murmured with a sigh. Merry wasn't as closely acquainted
with Hobbiton as his older cousin; Frodo could hardly blame
him for his geographical incompetence.
"We shall stay here and watch for this creature," he whispered,
taking the proferred hand gratefully. He eased up into the
tree beside his cousin, then peered into the gloom with careful
eyes. "If we see no sign of it by the time the full moon rises,we
shall travel to the tavern. And this time……the room and ale is
on me." He tossed the other a wink and settled back against
the tree trunk restfully.
"I… ah… feel I ought to be begging your pardon instead — h-had you not been startled first, I think I might have jumped for fear you were a D-Dwarf!"
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TOP 12 a hard goodbye
It's hard say goodbye to awesome girls like Bella, Karla Lane, Crystal Clear, Foxy Roxxie, BaddAss Brunette or Glory Foxxx…but this was your choice.What is your hardest goodbye of this 6 amazing girls?
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DC Comics has new digest targeted towards kids on the newsstand with the DC Nation Super Spectacular. Timed for summer vacation the premiere issue features a variety of content.
I noticed the cover is different from the one shown when the project was announced. Green Lantern is now long dominanting the cover and gone is Batgirl from Super Best Friends Forever jumping up from the bottom of the book. Instead Young Justice takes up half the cover with Artemis front and center. As you can imagine I was pleased to see a female character featured so prominently.
And the content? None of the comics are original. The Young Justice story is from last year's Free Comic Book Day. A Teen Titans origin of Beast Boy story is from a Teen Titans Go comic. The Green Lantern story is from the comics' 0 issue that came out at the end of last year. I'm a little surprised that all the comics are repurposed. DC has so little output for kids that it likely that those who do look for kids content already have the Young Justice and Green Lantern comics.
So what else? There's a few puzzles, a lot of ads for Batman Lego and a few features from the DC Nation show including two full pages on Super Best Friends Forever.
I could have done without Supergirl's comment. One of things about the character I like is that she is a body shape that isn't like 90% of the other female characters in comics. So why bring attention to it? Anyway, here's the whole page including a mini-interview Lauren Faust.
And speaking of the SBFF here's a preview of the lastest episode.
If you have kids who haven't read these comics (or you haven't read them yourself) the digest is offers up enough entertainment to while away and hour or so. If you've already read these comics $4.99 is a bit pricey for the extras included.
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I enjoyed this cake as it wasn't overly sweet. I didn't use saffron -- but added tbs Triple Sec to the orange juice. I used Pasolivo Citrus olive oil, which is a wonderful oil. I doubled the marmalade glaze and used Triple Sec instead of Grand Marnier. I also made the other recipes from CL Spanish Nights menu - the pork loin, the asparagus salad and the baked rice. It was a wonderful meal.
Orange Yogurt Cake (Bizcocho de Naranja)
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chichi77 Posted: 02/18/10
This is a tasty cake! Wouldn't change a thing, however, i didnt strain the glaze. I thought it gave a nice presentation. I would definitely make this one again. It tasted like a Sunday tea cake to me.
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Turned out too dense. Glaze was good.
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This is a track for those unfamiliar to the Alberta Trunk road. It Runs from Highway 3 in the south at Coleman, Alberta to Highway 40, west of Longview. Then it starts again from Highway 1A East of Morley (west of Cochrane, Alberta) and runs north to Highway 16 (Yellowhead), west of Nordegg, AB. From there it runs north to Hinton Alberta. Gas stops are very few and most only carry regular, so take Octane boost if you need premium.
I have marked all the gas stops that I know of, that are on the route.
Use caution north of Nordegg as there is mining, logging, and large oilfield equipment on that stretch.
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I cant open your attachment, could you please email me the link, been planning on making this trip, hopefully this spring
I just sent it. When they come in they are usually zipped. Open the zip file and drag them into your garmin file folder. Basecamp seems to like this method better. If that doesn't work, download it off the dualsport maps site. It comes in zipped with both the klm and gpx files.
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I am re loading this file unlocked so it should work for anyone now.
This would be a great help but I cant seem to open it. Was planning on a EDM - Rocky House - Nordegg - up forest trunk and back. How far between fuel stops on that route? Likely nothing between rocky and cadomin?
Maybe this will help; http://dualsportmaps.com/?link=110376
Currently large sections are closed or inaccessible due to flood damage.
North section at Ram Falls Campground, bridge is damaged and blocked.
South Section between 40 and 532 suffered significant damage and is not expected to re-open until June of 2014.
Check Alberta 511 website for current info.
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