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Hot or Not? Ultra Motor A2B Electric Bike
We got to ride this yesterday. It has lithium batteries, has a lot of kick and goes 20 mph for 20 miles on one charge. It can carry an extra battery pack. It is also really comfortable, with its off-road frame, big tires and suspension. But it's neither a bike nor a motorcycle. It's some futuristic cross breed. It costs about $2700. Money aside, would ride one home?
You can buy these in only a few places. Here are some good links:
>> Ultra Motor - site was down when we tried it
>> Vespa Soho - where we rode ours
>> A bunch of shopping results


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June 2, 1931 - July 21, 2013
Highland Falls, NY
Louise A. Cantwell, a longtime resident of the area, passed away Sunday, July 21, 2013 at Elant at Meadow Hill, Newburgh, NY, at the age of 82. The only child of the late Raymond B. and Madeline McCormick Cantwell, she was born June 2, 1931 in Albany, NY.
Louise received her Bachelors Degree from Ladycliff College and was a retired teacher with the Newburgh City School District, New Windsor, NY.
Louise was a gifted poet who loved the arts. She was a caring and generous person who loved her cats and was grateful to all those who cared for her during her lifetime.
Visitation will be held from 9 to 10 a.m. Monday, July 29th at William F. Hogan Funeral Home, 135 Main Street, Highland Falls, NY. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Monday at Sacred Heart Church, 353 Main Street, Highland Falls, NY. Interment will follow in St. Agnes Cemetery, Menands, NY.
Memorial contributions may be made to Sacred Heart Church, Highland Falls, NY.
Funeral arrangements are by William F. Hogan Funeral Home, 845-446-2868, www.wfhoganfuneralhome.com

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If you're planning to hike part or all of the Pacific Crest Trail, the good news is that you don't have carry the weight of the world on your back like your grandparents did.
The lightweight equipment engineered from space-age materials, however, comes at a cost.
Gary Stevens of Medford has hiked sections of the Mexico-to-Canada trail following the Sierra Nevada and Cascade ranges on two-dozen expeditions of varying lengths. His wife, Debbie, frequently joins him.
"Gear is becoming lighter as well as more expensive," Stevens said. "I've dropped my base hiking weight from over 25 pounds to between 18 and 22, depending on what stretch of the trail I'm on."
Ultralight hiking, made possible by new materials, is the rage among packers, but isn't always the final word.
"I'm not ultralight," Stevens said. "I'm in my 60s, and I can't sleep on the ground like a lot of young kids can.
"Some people take a ground cloth, pad, sleeping bag and tarp. I have a double-walled tent that weighs 2 pounds. Why should I just take a tarp (instead of a tent) when I have full enclosure? Especially in Southern California and you're dealing with fire ants, rodents and things like that."
Food and water become variables. Light eating on the trail gives way to massive calorie intake when stopping off in civilization, he said.
The PCT enters Jackson County east of Squaw Lake and west of Mount Ashland, crosses Interstate 5 not far from Callahan's restaurant and curls past Pilot Rock before heading north past Hyatt Lake and Howard Prairie.
It ventures into Klamath County before dipping back into Jackson County as it skirts Brown Mountain between Fish Lake and Lake of the Woods and then heads east of Mount McLoughlin and the Sky Lakes Wilderness.
Between Castle Crags in Northern California and the Bridge of the Gods on the Columbia River, there are few steps of the trail Stevens hasn't trod.
Last year, Stevens extended his PCT experience by covering 250 miles from Lake Morena County Park near the Mexican border to Big Bear Lake. He joined 500 other hikers at the three-day Annual Day Zero Pacific Crest Trail Kick Off, simply known in the hiking world as ADZPCTKO, at the campground then meandered north over a 24-day period, 16 on the trail.
On each trek, Stevens reexamines what he's going to take on the trail.
"Even after I throw things out, I still look to see what I don't want to carry," he says.
The biggest change he's seen is the weight of the remaining ingredients in the pack.
Pads once weighing 21/2 pounds now weigh 13 ounces. Backpacks that weighed 61/2 pounds now weigh less than half that amount. Titanium pots and an ultralight cooking stove add just a few ounces.
But Stevens isn't giving up his pack cover.
"Gotta keep the bugs and scorpions out," he said.
Water bottles that years ago supplanted canteens have given way to bladders that weigh a few ounces before they're filled.
When it comes to hiking poles, Stevens prefers Black Diamond because of the way it breaks down to easily fit in the side of his pack when he flies.
"You hardly see anyone on the PCT without poles," he said. "They keep your upper body stable."
You won't likely see Stevens on the local stretch of the PCT during the early summer.
"We try to stay away from mosquito season, but true hikers have to deal with mosquitoes in Oregon," he said. But as a general rule, "we'll have our DEET and mosquito nets."
Reach reporter Greg Stiles at 541-776-4463 or email email@example.com.
If the road is too hard, travel light
If you're planning to hike part or all of the Pacific Crest Trail, the good news is that you don't have carry the weight of the world on your back like your grandparents did.


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The Best Ever?
Billed as the best St. Patrick's ever held in Dublin, at least in the first five years of the now 45-year celebration of St. Patrick's Day in Dublin, the 1970 festival featured many outstanding celebrity visitors. Although it lasted only eight days, the festival achieved several festival firsts and lasts.
It all began bright and early on a Saturday morning at Brown's Restaurant on North Jefferson Street with a kick off breakfast honoring the beauty queens of Laurens County's high schools. Al Hatcher, Jr., a candidate for State Comptroller General, was the guest speaker at the event sponsored by the Dublin Jaycees.
After the opening of the golf tournament at Green Acres golf course and a bowling tournament at Laurens Lanes, all eyes were focused on the beautiful teenage girls competing for the title of Miss Laurens County Teenager in a pageant which evolved into Miss St. Patrick's Festival. Beth Bussell, one of the prettiest girls ever to walk the halls of Dublin High School, won the crown.
Festival goers took most of the day off on Sunday, except for the conclusion of the bowling tournament. The festivities resumed on Monday with the Little Mr. and Mrs. Dublin contest at the City Auditorium. Linc Jones and Teresa Tomlinson were named as the winners as the cutest of the cute. Richie Everly, son of festival founder Anne Everly, and Karen Page were selected as runners up.
The all time favorite Pancake Supper was held at Central Elementary School. For those who didn't get enough to eat, an Irish Stew Supper was held in the hall of the American Legion. For those who were full and wanted a few belly laughs, a woman-less beauty pageant was held at the City Auditorium.
A Wednesday night supper was sponsored by the Catholic Church after a day of kite flying in the parking lot of the Shamrock Bowl. Nestled in between all of the activities was the grand opening of 441 Putt Away Miniature Golf on North Jefferson Street. Although it wasn't the city's first miniature golf course, it was the first in a long time. Believe it or not, it is still there, just next door to Po Boy's Meat Market.
The Dublin High Band Boosters invited everyone to drop by on Thursday night and eat or pick up a barbecue plate. They were good. I know. I sold several of them and ate one myself. My momma's delicious potato salad made it on the plates of several lucky buyers. Another evening of feasting concluded with the Leprechaun Contest at the auditorium. Dick Killebrew, WMLT radio host and festival founder, hosted the crowning of the best leprechauns, an honor which went to Laura Carswell and Joby Redmond. Marty Thomas and Susan Durant came in second, while Kevin Corbin and Judy Maffett came in third.
A festival first occurred on Friday morning when Johnny Boyd addressed the boys and girls of Dublin and East Laurens High Schools on the issue of highway safety. It was a time when fifty thousand people were being killed every year on the nation's roads, more than the total casualties of the entire Vietnam War. Boyd, a twelve-race veteran of the Indy 500 and a member of the Champion 100-mile Club, was brought to the town by Dublin Auto Parts.
When U.S. Congressman William Stuckey, of Eastman, was running late for his scheduled address to the Joint Civic Luncheon at the Dublin Country Club, Festival Chairman John Hambrick began to panic. There was no need to worry. Waiting in the wings was Vince Dooley, who just happened to be in town for the festival. Dooley, no stranger to sticky situations as an Auburn quarterback and on the sidelines of Sanford Stadium between the hedges, stepped to the podium and scored a touchdown with the audience. Dooley praised local football hero Ronnie Rogers as one of the team's best senior leaders. It was the second time that day that Dooley spoke in town. He earlier spoke to the Touchdown Clubs of Dublin and Laurens County.
For his double duty, Coach Dooley was presented one of the first shillelaghs produced by the Georgia Manufacturing plant in Dublin. The event presented for the first time Mayor Lester Porter's idea for the Irish wooden walking stick, one which was made by the local company headed by Don Lamb. Dooley left Dublin that day with an arm load of mementoes including a green jacket, a membership in the Order of the Shillelagh, and a plaque naming him as the Honorary State Leprechaun of the 1970 Festival. Oh, Congressman Stuckey, Area Honorary Leprechaun, did make it, just in time to get his jacket, shillelagh and plaque after most of the crowd had gone home.
The Lions Club sponsored the annual Award's Banquet at the Methodist Church. Another congressman, G. Elliott Hagan, who had served Laurens County in Congress, was on hand to welcome the featured speaker for the evening, the Hon. Irish Embassy Secretary Jeremy Michael Craig, who contrasted life in his hometown of Dublin, Ireland to life in Dublin, Georgia. Craig, wearing his new green jacket, holding his National Honorary Leprechaun plaque, and carrying his shillelagh, commented on the number of churches in town and the fact that they seemed to cooperate with each other more than in his home.
Mary Jean Edwards, a Dexter High senior, was selected as Youth of the Year. Mildred Leavitt, a community volunteer and sweet lady, was chosen as the Woman of the Year. Banker Lamar Hogan, long known as a leader of community promoting events, joined Mrs. Leavitt in receiving the highly humbling award. Mrs. Luther Word knew much happiness during her long life, but she also suffered her own share of despair. Her only son, Luther B. Word, Jr., was awarded the Silver Star in giving his life for his country in World War II. Despite all of the tragedy in her life, Mrs. Word was honored by her community for always looking ahead during times of challenge. Dick Killebrew, who co-founded the festival in 1966, was honored as the first "Honorary Local Leprechaun."
The big and final day came on Saturday. Irish eyes were twinkling as the dreary skies were sprinkling rain drops. Though the crowds were small, the parade went ahead as scheduled. It was the last time when the all black bands of Oconee, Millville and B.D. Perry High Schools would perform on the streets of Dublin. A dozen bands, the most ever, included bands from Hawkinsville, Irwinton, and Lyons, as well as the last performance of Laurens High and the first of West Laurens High.
Lost among the politicians was a little known candidate for governor. Though no one in the crowd, or the nation for that matter, would have ever dreamed of it, the farmer riding in the car was none other than Jimmy Carter, who, within seven years, would become the President of the United States, making this festival the first time that a United States President appeared in the St. Patrick's parade.
The 1970 Festival ended with a second golf tournament at the Dublin Country Club, the conclusion of the Bowling tournament, and a race at 441 Speedway. Courier Herald editor W.H. Champion lauded the committee, organizers and participants. He challenged the following year's organizers to match and improve the 1971 festival. Champion proclaimed that the entire event was an example of what a large number of people can do to show that we all can love our Dublin as much as the Irish people love their own Dublin.


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The season has ended and the new schedule will be up soon. For those of you that suffer too much from dancing withdrawal my best tip at the moment is to play Disco Spins in order to wind down.
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Spanish (español) or Castilian (castellano) is an Iberian Romance Language. It was spoken by 364 million people in the year 2000. Current estimation accounts up to 400 million , making Spanish the third language in the world in number of speakers (after English and Mandarin Chinese) and the most widely spoken and studied Romance Language.
Castilian well known as Spanish Language is spoken in many areas and countries around the world, such as Equatorial Guinea, the Sahara, Central and South America, except Brazil and the Guyanas, and parts of the United States and the Philippines. (quoted from Wikipedia, the free online encyclopedia.)
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The Salsa Kids School Program is a series of lessons developed to educate youth about the exciting Latin culture by featuring Latin dance. Contact Latin Corner Dance Studio to book a Salsa Kids program at your school!
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Latin Corner Dance Studio offers professional entertainment specializing in Latin events bands and dance performers for Salsa, Cumbia, Merengue, Bachata, Brazilian Capoeira, Latin Jazz, Latin Pop, Argentinean Tango, Hip Hop and top Latin rhythms for themes Weddings, Stagette, Birthday parties, corporate events, private parties and more. Latin Corner Dance Studio has been in entertainment business for over 20 years. We have provided our services for hundreds of special occasions in Dominican Republic, several Canadian cities including Calgary and Montreal, Italy, Madrid, Frankfurt and Dubai in UAE. Our experienced professionals work hard to assure that you will have a stress-free unforgettable event from beginning to end.
Our central location in the heart of downtown has ample parking space and the capacity of up to 250 guests, stage, sound, lighting, catering, dance floor, chairs, tables, and Latin decorations along with complete event planning.
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Gerdson Dias Alves , known in Capoeira as Instructor Sapo, was born on November 27, 1984 in Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil. Sapo spent his entire childhood in a coastal city called Olinda, Brasil where he was first exposed to Capoeira when he was 8 years old and instantly felt a deep connection to it. After only a short while, Sapo began to train Capoeira with an admirable dedication and passion. After many years of practice, Sapo received his cord to be a Capoeira instructor by his first-ever Capoeira Mestre. This marked the beginning of his life-long journey and development as a Capoeira Instructor working intensively in schools, festivals, city projects, and missions for street youth.
Sapo participated in many Capoeira encounters in Brazil and in 2003 was invited to Canada to participate in an international Capoeira encounter in Vancouver, Canada. He remained in Vancouver where he taught Capoeira classes and workshops, and became part of the Afro-Brazilian performance group, performing live shows across Canada. In that same year, Sapo moved to Calgary where he opened the first Capoeira Camara academy in Calgary. Today, Sapo is part of the group "Capoeira Camarà" which, is also found in Toronto, Montreal, Peterborough, Bermuda and Brazil. Sapo has developed a strong camaraderie and an excellent working relationship with Contra-Mestre Bola, the founder of Capoeira Camarà.
Sapo demonstrates a dedication to his teaching and to the art of Capoeira, he is unquestionably the motivating force behind the group's remarkable growth. He aspires to train strong students and contribute to Coast-to-Coast expansion of Capoeira in Canada.
Raja Geddam (Samson) started dancing in 2003 with a beginner ballroom dance class at the University of Calgary. As he enjoyed dancing, he got more and more involved with the U of C Ballroom club and then with the U of C Student Dance Club at the end of 2004. Towards the end of 2004 he was introduced to LA style Salsa and fell in love with this high energy and flashy dance. In June of 2005, he won the first Salsa Competition in Calgary.
Samsom then went on to expand his dancing skills by learning the Cuban style Salsa as well as the Rueda Casino. In September of 2005, Samson became a dance instructor at the U of C Student Dance Club as well as a teaching assistant for Alberta Dancesport, U of C Ballroom Club and The Studio. He competed in the Wildrose Ballroom Competition in 2005 at the Bronze and Silver levels. Later that year he attended the 2005 Vancouver International Salsa Congress. In 2006, Samson participated in more ballroom as well as salsa competitions, organized a number of Salsa events in Calgary, and also started performing Salsa shows at several Calgary events.
Samson's goal is to make Calgary a major location for Salsa dancing by promoting and teaching this dance to more and more Calgarians.
Maria grew up in Recife, a city located in northeast of Brazil, performing at cultural street parties and shows. She started dancing at a very early age, strongly influenced by the folkloric musical atmosphere of her city. Her professional career as performer began in her childhood, dancing classic ballet and jazz. Since then, she has performed for several dance companies in Brazil, where she learned many typical Brazilian dances, such as Frevo, Samba, Xaxado, Lambada and Axe.
After immigrating to Canada in 1997, Maria continued to be involved with artistic dance. She has performed and taught Brazilian dance at Afro-Bahia Dance Studio in Vancouver, BC. As a member of the Afro-Bahia Dance Group, Maria has participated in several shows and workshops.
In 2001, Maria moved to Calgary and in partnership with the Brazilian Community Association created the Aquarela Brasil Heritage Dance Group. Maria worked as choreographer, producer and art director for the group. Since its inception, Aquarela Brasil Heritage Dance Group has performed at many Calgary festivals including Globalfest, International Dance Day, Lilac Festival and Heritage Festival.


text: Casey Anthony, the 22-year-old Florida woman charged with the murder of her 3-year-old daughter Caylee earlier this year, has some terrifying evidence stacking against her. According to UPI, a recent search showed "that terms such as 'neck breaking' and 'household weapons' were entered into the computer at the Orlando home of Caylee's grandparents where Caylee and her mother, Casey Anthony, also lived." In addition, "Police said they believe Casey Anthony used a computer to read up on chloroform, a chemical that is used to put people to sleep but can also be deadly in high enough concentrations." [UPI]


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Andrew Mason has been fired as CEO from Groupon, but the business hasn't changed in the past 24 hours. The stock is flying higher—investors seem relieved that the struggling company is making big changes to turn things around.
There also seems to be an element of relief that the company is saying goodbye to Mason's quirky, wild-card management style. But with the stock down some 75 percent since its November 2011 IPO, as profit margins are squeezed, the big question now: Can a new CEO save Groupon?


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Memorial Stadium
One of the "Cathedrals of College Football," according to The Sporting News, Memorial Stadium is one of the most intimidating locations to play in all of sports.
With expanded capacity now reaching beyond 85,000, Nebraska has continued its NCAA-record streak of consecutive sellouts that dates back to 1962 and is at 361 games entering the 2018 season. Nebraska celebrated its 300th consecutive sellout with a stadium record crowd against Louisiana-Lafayette in 2009.
While maintaining its traditional charm, Memorial Stadium has also become one of the most high-tech stadiums in the country. In 1994, the stadium was the first on-campus stadium to feature big-screen instant replay boards. Several upgrades have been made in the past two decades, keeping the Memorial Stadium game experience as one of the nation's best.
Inscribed on the four corners of the stadium are the following words, written by former UNL professor of philosophy Hartley Burr Alexander:
Southeast: "In Commemoration of the men of Nebraska who served and fell in the Nations Wars."
Southwest: "Not the victory but the action; Not the goal but the game; In the deed the glory."
Northwest: "Courage; Generosity; Fairness; Honor; In these are the true awards of manly sport."
Northeast: "Their Lives they held their countrys trust; They kept its faith; They died its heroes."
Game Day at Nebraska
When you walk in here, you see nothing but red. I can't recall walking into another stadium and seeing such an amazing, monochromatic scene and so much loyalty. When they're stirred up when Nebraska is challenged - that's when this crowd can become one of the most intimidating in college football. - Chris Fowler
Game days at Nebraska are unlike any in college football. Fans line the streets of Lincoln waiting to enter the "Sea of Red," while the marching band parades up Stadium Drive as thousands of red-clad fans look on. The "Third-Largest City" in Nebraska on game days, Memorial Stadium has been sold out for every game since 1962—an incredible streak of more than 300 games and counting.
The Huskers emerge from the famous "Tunnel Walk" to the sound of "Sirius" and the fans stay at a frenzied pitch until the final play of the game when they graciously cheer for the opposing players as they exit the field.
For as long as anyone can remember, the Huskers have touched a lucky horseshoe on their way from the locker room to the field. The horseshoe hangs above the door as Nebraska leaves the North Stadium.
The Tunnel Walk, which began in 1994, has become an integral part of Memorial Stadium's game-day experience. It was created as a way for fans to share in the excitement of the team emerging from the locker room, something only a few could do before HuskerVision's cameras and big screens came to Memorial Stadium. The sounds of the Alan Parsons Project's "Sirius," and the roar of the 85,000 frenzied fans rock the stadium as the Huskers burst through the locker room doors and into the tunnel on their way to the Memorial Stadium Field Turf.
East Stadium Expansion
In April of 2011 the University of Nebraska began construction expanding the East Stadium of Memorial Stadium. East Stadium is now roughly twice as tall as it originally was, accommodate more than 6,000 extra fans with 38 additional suites, and house the Nebraska Athletic Performance Lab.
Under the direction of Jack Ransone the Nebraska Athletic Performance Lab allows researchers space to conduct advanced research on everything from the biomechanics of elite athletes to athletic and nutrition supplements to biomarkers that measure saliva and recovery time to cardiovascular research to athletic equipment issues such as helmet and footwear design. The research allows for innovative solutions that benefit athletes in terms of their safety and athletic performance which also scales to the benefit of the general public.


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Many parents provide their kids with the big essentials: unconditional love, protection, structure, and limits. But as a pediatrician and the mom of five (now grown) children, I've learned that there are also small things parents can do to make a major difference in their kids' lives.
Keep an Eye on the Big Picture
It happens to all of us: We become so preoccupied with the moment-to-moment aspect of child rearing that we lose perspective. When my first baby, Peter, was born, I was a premed student in college. Several weeks after returning to class and caring for my newborn, I became so sleep-deprived and depleted that I recall thinking, "There's no way I can do this for eighteen years!" I had momentarily lost my optimism and enthusiasm about parenthood. Fortunately, I got help from the people around me: My husband, Larry, cared for our son so I could catch up on my sleep at night; my neighbors offered to babysit so Larry and I could go out one evening; and a more experienced mom who lived nearby assured me it got easier as the baby got older. Thanks to them, I was better able to juggle the demands of my newborn with my schoolwork. And, more important, I knew I could ask others to pitch in when I felt overloaded.
Losing sight of the big picture also makes it easier to overreact when your child misbehaves. It helps when you can look at the context of his behavior. A 2-year-old isn't capable of remembering reprimands; despite repeated warnings not to scribble on the wall, he's liable to take a crayon to it again. Try to remind yourself that he's just learning what's acceptable and that most of his behavior is appropriate for his age.
The next time he begins to mark up a wall, say no again, coupled with a brief explanation ("It makes the wall dirty"). Then sit him at the table with a piece of paper. Or buy a kid-size easel if he seems to enjoy standing up when he draws.
Sometimes children have a better sense of perspective than the adults around them. When my niece developed juvenile diabetes at 3, my entire family was devastated. For months we could only focus on the many ways her life would be limited—by the daily testing, the dietary restrictions, and the potential medical complications.
A year later, while we were grocery shopping, she kept pointing at each item that had the sugar-free label on it and saying, "I can eat that! I can eat that! I can eat that!" While the grown-ups around her were caught up in what had been lost, my little niece had already learned to appreciate what remained.
Savor the Moment
Between work, chores, and our kids' activities, life can become so hectic and harried that you find yourself racing from one deadline to the next. The result: little room for spontaneity. And that's too bad because being spontaneous drives home the point of flexibility better than anything else.
Kids need routines to give them a sense of predictability and control, but they don't have to be rigid. Even bedtimes and mealtimes can be more easygoing to allow for a special event—when grandparents come to visit, for instance.
The key to being more flexible is to underschedule your day: Plan on doing fewer errands or chores. Say you're washing laundry when your preschooler exclaims, "Let's have a picnic!" Why not have one? Your willingness to modify your schedule to do something fun will teach your child the art of reranking priorities, validate her ideas, and demonstrate how important it is to spend special moments together.
Read Stories Aloud
By the time your baby is about 6 months old, you can begin to help him acquire a love of books. Stories expose him to a more complex language structure than people usually use in conversation. By reading them aloud as often as possible, you can boost your baby's vocabulary and comprehension and expand his range of experiences. Just stop when he squirms on your lap or turns his face away.
When he's a little older, don't be surprised if he wants to hear the same books read over and over; toddlers learn through repetition and familiarity. He may also prefer to skip pages to get to his favorite picture or phrases, since many kids this age are less interested in the narrative than in absorbing certain pages that capture their imagination.
Once he's a preschooler, help him identify rhyming words and learn to recognize letters of the alphabet as you look at books together. Pause to ask questions, look at illustrations, and make connections between the story and what's going on in his life. Although his attention span has increased by this age, be prepared to digress completely if he wants to ask more questions or backtrack.
And once your child learns to read, continue to read aloud for as long as possible. Most kids, no matter what their age, enjoy the intimacy of having their parents' direct attention. Even after our five kids were all fluent readers, I remember they looked forward to the times when Larry read their favorite stories aloud.
We all blow it from time to time—whether by breaking a promise, being irritable and short-tempered, or wrongly accusing our kids. If we hurt our child's feelings, simply acknowledging, "I'm sorry. I was wrong. Will you forgive me?" can mitigate much of the damage.
A sincere apology not only conveys respect for your child and shows that you value her, it also helps her learn compassion and that no one is perfect. She'll be more likely to admit her own shortcomings if she can expect you to forgive her.
If you find yourself apologizing over and over for the same offense—such as punishing your child too harshly—think about why you keep repeating the behavior. If you need to find better ways to handle your temper, for example, you could talk to a trusted friend, your pediatrician, or your pastor or rabbi to get some advice. Repeating "I'm sorry" won't mean anything if you can't show your child you're willing to change.
Spend Focused Time With Each Child
It's natural for siblings to compete for their parents' affection. But sharing your love is easier for your child to accept if he feels certain that he enjoys a unique relationship with you.
When parents are too concerned with being fair and spending equal time with each sibling, they may focus their energies on doing group activities as a family. While that's a good thing, remember that kids also crave some one-on-one time alone with you. Try to take advantage of the many daily opportunities to find out what's on your little one's mind. As tempting as it is to put your toddler to bed at the same time as his baby sister, give him a later bedtime so the two of you can enjoy a quiet half hour together. Or alternate which child goes with you on your errands, whether it's taking the dog to the vet or returning a video.
When my kids were young, I rotated which one came along when I went away on business. They loved those excursions with me. To them, it meant having my undivided attention as well as traveling on a plane and getting to order room service. Today, thanks in part to this, I'm rewarded by having a very special relationship with each one of them.
Another way you can make your children feel special is by avoiding comparisons ("Wow, you got ready faster than Taylor"). Instead, emphasize the positive attributes of each child ("I like the way you put away your books without my having to remind you"). And be careful not to label or typecast them ("Matthew's the athletic one; Sarah's the social butterfly").
Put It in Writing
Written expressions of love are tangible and can be saved. Children of all ages delight in reading your words, whether it's an annual birthday letter, a short note of encouragement tucked into a lunch box, or a picture you've drawn.
After my daughter Paige, now a doctor in the military, was transferred to a new Air Force base, she spent a nostalgic weekend unpacking and rereading old cards and letters. Then she called me so she could share some of the messages expressing my love and pride that I'd written over the years. It was an emotional moment for both of us.
Spending the time and energy to write a note or a card—or to take any of the steps I've suggested—is a labor of love. Your reward? A child who's secure in the knowledge that he's well worth the effort.
Marianne Neifert, M.D., a contributing editor, is the author of four books, including Dr. Mom's Prescription for Preschoolers (Zondervan).


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The Washington Times: Showing ordinary stuff of extraordinary folk
- Author: BRUCE SCHREINER; Associated Press
- Author: Monday, September 17th, 2012
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — At first glance, a new museum exhibit in Kentucky seems to be an assortment of ordinary stuff: a hammer, shoes, scientific instruments. On closer inspection, these unassuming items achieved the extraordinary.
The collection at Western Kentucky University showcases more than 140 common items used by luminaries in entertainment, politics, art, literature, sports and science.
There is equipment used by explorer Robert Ballard, who discovered the wreck of the Titanic; a film splicer from documentarian Ken Burns' editing room; and dance shoes worn by Liza Minnelli in a Tony Award-winning performance.
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It's a mish-mash of "ordinary tools that helped define a nation's greatness," WKU President Gary Ransdell said.
The permanent exhibit, called the "Instruments of American Excellence Collection" — opens Friday at the Kentucky Museum on WKU's campus in Bowling Green.
The collection is the brainchild of Dan Murph, a country songwriter who lives near the university's campus and in Nashville, Tenn.
Mr. Murph, the collection chairman, hopes the exhibit inspires visitors to pursue their own lofty ambitions.
"If the collection causes just one person to re-evaluate their career path or dream bigger or come up with a new idea or dare to try something they always wanted to try, then the collection is a total success," he said.
Mr. Murph approached Mr. Ransdell nearly two years ago with his idea for the exhibit. Soon, a small group of students and administrators was working with Mr. Murph on compiling a list of noteworthy people to contact for donated items to build the collection.
It didn't take long: Sculptor Raymond Kaskey sent an old wooden mallet used in some of his award-winning work. Then came another big catch — equipment used by Mr. Ballard, the famed underwater explorer, to help connect his command center with deep-sea robots.
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The response rate would be the envy of any solicitor. About three-quarters of those contacted have contributed, Mr. Ransdell said. The university spent about $125,000 to renovate and prepare the exhibit space.
Items range from scholarly to whimsical.
There's a bound copy of the U.S. Constitution that now-retired Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor kept in her chambers and lab tools used by Roger D. Kornberg, who won the Nobel Prize in chemistry.
There are clown props from Hunter "Patch" Adams, a doctor and social activist who was portrayed in a movie by Robin Williams.
There's a studio microphone used by Sam Phillips to record the early hits of Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash and Jerry Lee Lewis at Sun Studio in Memphis, Tenn. There's a fiddle from Charlie Daniels, a customized baton from Boston Pops conductor Keith Lockhart and ballet shoes worn by acclaimed ballerina Sara Mearns.
There's a racket from tennis great Chris Evert, a skateboard from Tony Hawk, a soccer shoe from Mia Hamm and a golf club from Jack Nicklaus.
Mr. Murph's favorite item, though, is from someone who's not a household name.
It's an old pair of tennis shoes worn by award-winning teacher Rafe Esquith, known for getting extraordinary academic results from students at an inner-city school. Mr. Esquith said he believes teachers should always be on their feet tending to students.
"That kind of gave me goose bumps," Mr. Murph said.
Mr. Carter's hammer looks like "it's driven in 10,000 nails," Mr. Murph said.
"It changed what is expected of presidents once they leave office," he said. "They are no longer allowed to sit down and write their memoirs until the day they die. They are expected to get off the couch now and make a difference in the world."
The items signify the hard work that went into their endeavors.
"Sometimes greatness can be achieved with the simplest of instruments or tools, if you've got the mind, the heart and the spirit to put those tools to work," Mr. Ransdell said.
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Case of Dred Scott in the
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Historical and Legal Examination of That Part of the Decision of the Supreme Court of the U.S. in the Dred Scott Case, by Thomas H. Benton (N.Y.: D. Appleton & Co., 1857)
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Ko Lanta (เกาะลันตา) is an island off the Andaman Coast of Southern Thailand. Like many other destinations in Krabi Province, it is known for its diving and long white beaches.
Ko Lanta consists of several islands, the two largest of which are Ko Lanta Noi (เกาะลันตาน้อย, "Small Lanta Island") and Ko Lanta Yai (เกาะลันตาใหญ่, "Big Lanta Island"). However, Ko Lanta Yai is where all the tourist action is, so this article will refer to it simply as "Ko Lanta".
Ko Lanta is popular with tourists seeking a holiday away from the parties. It's popular with a significantly older crowd than nearby Ko Phi Phi: more walking on the beach and watching the sunset than drinking and dancing. However, there are plenty of bars and the longer term stayers are friendly and know how to party! It is also popular with families with young children, and of course, with divers. Ko Lanta can provide a party if you know where to look.
Ko Lanta is a little less well-known than Ko Phi Phi, which has become more commercialised and corporate, but it is hardly undiscovered: the several beaches on the west coast of Ko Lanta Yai are each strung with a line of resorts and bungalows, although the farther down the island you venture, the less this is true. And even when the island is at it fullest, there will be a quiet place for you to relax - the beaches are never full. Ko Lanta is especially popular with Swedish tourists: although the "tourist language" is English as it is in most places in Thailand, and you will find menus and so on are translated into English, expect the poolside language to be Swedish much of the time. However, there are still many English and Irish bars and restaurants to visit.
Ko Lanta was hit by the tsunami in December 2004, which killed 20 people, but virtually all businesses are now operating normally again.
The main island is 6 km wide and over 30 km long, located approximately 70 km from Krabi Town. The island has 9 attractive white sandy beaches, splendid scenery; coastlines have more than 70 small islands and plenty with forest, coral reefs and under water life. The geography of the island is typically mangroves; coral rimmed beaches; and rugged tree covered hills.
A paved road runs along the beaches from the northern part of the island almost all the way to the southern tip. The last 8 kilometers leading to the headquarters of the Mu Ko Lanta National Park in the south are quite hilly. The landscape is dominated by a series of mountains covered with virgin rainforest.
Weather in the region is tropical - there are only two seasons: the hot season from January to April, and the rainy season from May to December. Temperatures during the year average 25ºC to 32ºC (77ºF to 89.6ºF) and the yearly rainfall averages 2569 mm. Unlike in say Europe, the rain in this region comes down heavily and quickly over short periods.
Weatherwise, the best time to visit Ko Lanta is between the months November to April when the area's climate is less hot than usual. During this period the island gets a lot of dry northeasterly winds, so giving dry blue skies and starry nights. Then, down on the beaches one can enjoy nice sea breezes. From May to October the area gets a lot of rainfall, more on average than the rest of the country. During this period the island gets a lot of moist southwesterly winds, giving a mixture of dry days and wet ones. The sea stays at a warm 29°C all year round.
Krabi and Ko Lanta are a melting pot of Buddhists, Thai-Chinese, Muslims, and even sea gypsies. The majority of the population in the rural areas is Muslim. The area however, does not suffer from any religious tension and the folk live in peace and harmony. Most of the folk speak with a thick Southern dialect which is difficult for even other Thais to understand.
With this kind of mixture, Krabi is always celebrating something be it part of Thai Buddhist, Thai-Chinese, or Thai-Islamic tradition.
The unique lifestyle of the Chao-Le (sea-gypsy) in Ko Lanta particularly is well-worth a look, a life-style that has been almost completely unaffected by the booming tourism on the island.
Get in
By plane
The nearest airports are Krabi, Trang and Phuket. Krabi and Trang have direct road and boat connections to Ko Lanta, and are the best options if you're only visiting Ko Lanta. Flying into Phuket is a better option if you're intending to spend time in Phuket and nearby islands, or, since Phuket has many more international flights, if you don't want to have to organize a domestic flight to Krabi or Trang from Bangkok. As an alternative to Bangkok, there are daily flights to Krabi directly to and from Singapore, as well as Kuala Lumpur.
Airport transfer
Air Asia runs a free transfer van from Krabi Airport to Ao Nang Pier where you can catch the 10:30am Ferry (470 baht). However the Ferry only runs November to April, and might not be running if the weather is bad.
Express transfer
The quickest service from Krabi Airport [44] and Phuket Airport [45] to Ko Lanta is by using the express transfer which is a combination of minivan and speedboat travel. If you arrive early you will not have to wait for the ferry and if you arrive late at these airports you can still arrive on Ko Lanta the same day.
From Krabi airport a 45 minute air conditioned minivan to the first car ferry port. You then go on board the speedboat which then takes you on a stunning boat ride across the water along the coastline of Ko Lanta. The journey takes around 15 minutes depending on weather and conditions. You will arrive directly in Saladan (alternately written as Sala Dan) on Ko Lanta, where you are then transferred to your hotel by car. That means the total journey time should be 1.5 to 2 hours. This eliminates the waiting time at the car ferry and also if you are going from Ko Lanta to one of these airports allows you more time to enjoy your visit.
By car
Ko Lanta does not have roads connecting it directly to the mainland, but is served by car ferries. Take Rt 4206 off Hwy 4 about 20 km southeast of Krabi airport. Drive to the end of the road, where there is a car ferry from Baan Hua Hin to Ko Lanta Noi. From the pier here, turn right and follow the "ferry" signs to the second car ferry to Ko Lanta Yai. Ferries operate 07:00-22:00.
There are plenty of car taxi and minivan taxi services from Krabi and the nearby airport. A seat in a ten person minivan from the airport to Ko Lanta costs about 300 baht. These minivans usually don't have much room for luggage (although they can usually find room for one or two large suitcases together with backpacks for the rest of the passengers) so if you're not traveling light you might need to get a private taxi.
This is what the divemasters do. A private minivan taxi will usually be quoted as 2,500 baht. It's possible to bargain a few hundred baht off this price but not much more or the tolls will consume too much of the price. Car taxis cost about the same.
When travelling to/from Ko Lanta in the afternoon by road, allow 2–3 hours for the journey as the queues for the vehicle ferries can be lengthy. The passenger ferry which leaves Ko Lanta pier (high season) at 08:00 and arrives at Krabi pier at 10:00 is quicker.
By boat
From Ko Lanta to other islands
Private companies on Ko Lanta operate boat services to many destinations.
Ferry services run from Krabi, Ao Nang and from Phuket via Ko Phi Phi to Ko Lanta Yai's Saladan pier. During high season, there are sometimes direct ferries as well. Ferry services are subject to weather and to demand. Many ferries have limited room for luggage. Often the ferries dock alongside each other, meaning that to get on and off passengers must clamber onto and across other boats with their luggage. However many times boat staff will be there to help you board your bags.
All ferries can be booked online ahead on [46] from all the destinations including Phuket, Krabi, Ao Nang, Rai Leh, and Phi Phi as well as hotel pickup service except for on Phi Phi where there are no roads.
Services from Krabi are run by P.P. Family Co (+66 75 630 165) and depart Krabi pier at 10:30 and 13:30, taking 2 hours to reach Ko Lanta (200 baht including free pickup from Krabi hotels). There's a transit bus from Krabi town centre for 10 baht.
Services from Ao Nang are run by Ao Nang Travel and Tour (+66 75 637 730) and depart at 10:30 (470baht).
Ferries depart from Ko Phi Phi at 11:30 and 14:00, and take 1 hour. If travelling from Phuket in a single day, you will need to leave Phuket on the 08:00 ferry to transfer to the 11:30 ferry. Tickets to Ko Lanta are 200 baht from Ko Phi Phi and 450 baht from Phuket.
Once you arrive, if you have a booking at a hotel/resort, there should be a person at the ferry exit with a sign giving the name of the hotel you have booked.
By passenger van
All the travel agents in Krabi can arrange passenger vans to Ko Lanta. There is no regular, scheduled van service from Krabi Airport, although vans and taxis can be chartered to Ko Lanta for about 2,000 baht per vehicle (2,500 baht if you are going to the south end of Ko Lanta). Taxis (usually vans) are also available at the airport at the same rate.
There is a mini van service that runs between Krabi and Ko Lanta, However it must be booked in advance through your hotel or someone local. The cost is 400 baht per person. Book early as it fills up quickly. It will pick-up, drop-off at the airport. You should factor in 3 to 4 hours to get from Ko Lanta to the airport, since the mini van will pick-up and drop off other people along the way.
If you want to return to Krabi by van rather than by ferry, ask at your hotel/resort and they will book you on the minibus which will take you there (as a group with others from other hotels), for a reasonable price.
It is worth travelling to Lanta one way by boat and the other by road just to see the contrast. The price is not much different.
By train
The nearest train station to Ko Lanta is in Trang province just south of Krabi. From there, there are trains to and from Bangkok.
Distances from Bangkok
The distance from Bangkok to Krabi is approx 950 km or about 12 hrs by car.
Get around
The main roads on the island are well-paved. The road just north of Mu Ko National Park is nowadays also paved. That road ends at the park and so it isn't possible to drive from that point up the eastern side of the island.
It's worth knowing the names of the resorts near yours: both the pickup trucks and motorcycle taxis will often want to pick you up or drop you at a nearby resort with a better road.
Resorts and some of the major tourist services (like the dive shops) own large pickup trucks and transport tourists around in the tray. Very occasionally, they own minibuses instead. If you come in by ferry your resort will almost certainly meet you at pier with their truck; if you're travelling with very small children who you don't want to cling to while you bump along sitting on the side of the truck you might want to warn them in advance that you'll want to ride in the cab: it's generally assumed to be the private domain of the driver.
You will find the locals almost exclusively ride motorbikes; you can hire these in several places for as little as 200 baht a day. Gasoline is available from stores at the road for 40 baht per liter. You can also hire motorcycle taxis with sidecars. These will happily take you also on the unpaved roads but the ride can be as slow as walking. A typical fare for a ride from Saladan to Klong Dao Beach is 40 baht.
Jeeps can be hired for 1,200 baht per day. Be sure to check insurance, contract terms and the condition of the vehicle. The "roads" of Ko Lanta combined with the driver operation characteristics of some renters are a serious challenge for any car. The frequently available Suzuki Sporty seems primitive and therefore sturdy, and a replacement should cost around 150,000 baht.
Far Southern Beaches
There are a few beaches in the south of Ko Lanta. All are the beaches are small, just a few hundred meters long. The beaches are very quiet with little in the way of accommodation - ideal for those who want to 'get away from it all'. They are:
Massage and Spa
Longtail boating
Sea kayaking
There are no scuba diving sites on the island itself, all require a boat trip. However Lanta is the closest island to the famous Hin Daeng, Hin Muang and Koh Haa sites, so it is very popular with divers.
Hin Daeng and Hin Muang near Ko Lanta are perhaps the best dive sites in Thailand (frequently ranking in the world's top ten) with more than 200 hard corals and 108 reef fish catalogued in a study underway, but thousands more organisms abound. Hin Daeng has the steepest and deepest in the whole of the country with fantastic marine life. Hin Muang next door is completely underwater and it is covered with delicate violet coral. The sites also have one of the world's highest incidences of whale shark sightings.
For details refer to Diving in Thailand and Diving in Ko Lanta
Koh Haa - this is the best site in Thailand for mixed groups of snorkellers and divers. For divers only, it offers amazing swim-throughs. In recent years Koh Haa has seen a large increase in the number of fish present at the reefs, due to committed conservation policies.
Koh Rok - some of Thailand's finest snorkeling spots are located off Lanta's coast. Koh Rok, 47 km south of Lanta, is considered by most to be the pick of the bunch, though other people say they rate Koh Haa's snorkelling even more highly. Koh Rok actually consists of two islands, Koh Rok Nai and Koh Rok Nok, both graced with powdery white sand beaches and with an extensive bed of coral in between.
This sheltered and shallow channel is an ideal habitat for reef fish, and the place swarms with innumerable shoals of them. Visibility is very good, and many interesting species of reef fish can be found in these waters. Many snorkellers are most amazed by the sheer numbers of fish here, which swirl and swarm around the swimmers.
4 Island Trip - Koh Mook's amazing Emerald Cave is the highlight of this trip. The cave is a window into a lagoon through which safety-vest-clad swimmers are towed by local guides. The swim into the lagoon is fully eighty metres in length and a real adventure.
Elephant rides can be arranged to take visitors to the top of the hill in Ko Lanta National Park.
The east side of Ko Lanta with its rich mangrove forests and caves is a great option for off-the-beaten-path kayaking. Kayaking can also be done on Ko Talabaeng, the limestone cliff near Ko Lanta.
Wannabe fishers can catch the likes of marlin, sailfish, barracuda, red snapper, and tuna. Three different kinds of fishing trip are offered by private longtail boat: half-day, full-day, and night fishing.
Besides diving, Thai cooking courses on Ko Lanta are where wanna-be Thai cuisine chefs can learn to cook up all their favourite dishes such as tom yum kung, sweet green curry and chicken with cashew nuts.
In general, Southern Thai food is renowned for its spiciness. Much of the cuisine has its origins in Malay, Indonesian and Indian food. Favourite dishes from the south include Indian-style Muslim curry (massaman), rice noodles in fish curry sauce (Khanom Jeen) and chicken birayani.
As for Ko Lanta, reasonable priced and tasty seafood is obviously what most tourists long for when visiting a coastal province like Krabi. In this connection, the wing shell (หอยชักตีน) is Krabi's famous cuisine. It is eaten with a spicy dip. In addition, stirred fried Spotted Babylon (หอยหวาน), which is found in mangrove forests, with chilies and basil is also famous. This cuisine is common in Ko Lanta's restaurants. Another great Krabi taste is, of course, seafood. The Ko Lanta beach areas have several restaurants with the 'catch of the day' displayed on ice outside. One can find all kinds of fish; juicy crabs and langoustines; shellfish, including giant oysters; as well as squid and lobsters.
Ko Lanta has a wide variety of restaurants, the kind that most visitors travel to Thailand for: beach-front locations serving delicious and inexpensive Thai and seafood dishes. Eateries line the beaches in front of the bungalows and no visitor will starve from lack of variety or interesting places to dine.
There's not much in the way of party night life, which, for many, is part of the Ko Lanta appeal - Relaxed. But there is always something going on if you ask around — there are a few restaurant/bars at the harbour, beaches and most hotels. Since it is a small island free of crime and drunkards, the local law-enforcers are more lenient about allowing bars to stay open until what time they wish, and that is usually when the last customer goes home.
Ko Lanta has three tourist seasons:
You won't have much trouble finding accommodation as late as your arrival at the Saladan pier except in peak season. Standard accommodation on Klong Dao and Long Beaches (the two most northerly beaches) now start at about 1200 baht for a basic air-con bungalow or hotel room. The places further South offer free transport and can be much cheaper (100 baht for a spotless beach hut with bathroom), but the rides into town will be lengthy approx. 20 minutes. You can hire motorbikes for 250 baht a day a see lots of the island after a good night's sleep.
Accommodation is arranged by beach, north (most convenient to Saladan) to south (least convenient). Prices quoted here are for the high season unless otherwise specified.
Klong Dao Beach
Long Beach (Ao Phra Ae)
Klong Khong Beach
Klong Toab Beach
Klong Nin Beach
Kantiang Bay
Klong Jaak Beach
Mai Pai/Bamboo Bay
Hat Khlong Nam Chuet (หาดคลองน้ำจืด)
Kaw Kwang Beach (Had Kaw Kwang)
Lanta Old Town
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A Melbourne man was murdered in a busy convenience store car park minutes after intervening in a conflict between his sister-in-law and his killer, a court has heard.
Melbourne man Luke Mitchell, 29, was stabbed to death by a group of men after a night out on the popular Sydney Road nightlife strip in Brunswick in May 2009.
Witnesses described seeing several Asian men pile out of a car which had screeched into the 7/Eleven car park to launch a lightning fast attack on Mr Mitchell.
Mr Mitchell's sister-in-law, Serafina Mitchell, was by his side when he was attacked and said she shouted "they've got knives" as three men charged towards him.
"Luke was trying to protect himself but (one man) got him," she told the Melbourne Magistrates Court on Tuesday.
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Just minutes earlier, Ms Mitchell said she saw the same three Asian men bashing a man outside a nearby nightclub and shouted at them to stop.
One of the Asian men responded by confronting her, which prompted Mr Mitchell to punch him.
Mr Mitchell scuffled briefly with the group before they went their separate ways, she said.
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The next time she saw the Asian men they were sprinting through the car park towards Mr Mitchell.
Thai national Sarud Seehaverachart, 31, and dual Thai-Australian citizen Thatiya Terdputham, 39, are charged with murdering Mr Mitchell.
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I booked the same hotel as Dressner and Shawn Mead (his west coast colleague) directly across the street from the train station at the taxi-yellow-doored, 2-star, ultra-cheap Les Balladins. The walls were paper thin, the shower as tiny as an MRI machine but it was smoke and bed-bug free. (Those of you who fantasize and jealousize about my fabulous, glam life as a jet-setting wine writer might want to reread this paragraph.)
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The wine situation was just as dicey. We pointed to a Loire pinot gris ros from Reuilly hoping it would be the safest wine on the list. Dressner bowed to the pressure to taste it. He made a face as if the pink stuff was liquid tetracycline. Shawn and I, desperate to drink suspended our ethics and palate and just deal with it. Just then, with glass to lip, one of the Muscadet Gods, Guy Bossard walked into the restaurant. Dapper in his fly fishermanÆs vest, he came over to our table to say hello, picked the bottle out of the ice bucked and raised an eyebrow in disbelief which surely said, ōSuch crap on your table?ö
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Today voters have been heading to the polls for both Worcester City Council elections and the first European ballot in five years.
So what is it all about, and why are our MEPs so important?
There's a pretty important set of elections going on in Worcestershire, and that's not just at Worcester City Council.
People across Worcestershire and the entire West Midlands region are getting to vote seven MEPs into the European Parliament.
And despite the crucial role our European politicians play, in everything from the price of bananas to funds for new roads, apathy rules strong.
Ever since the first set of European elections in 1979 voter participation has been in steady decline.
The overall turnout figure in 1979 was 63 per cent, but in 2009 it was just 43 per cent, a fall that has mirrored council elections.
Yet MEPs will handle a budget worth £1.3 trillion from 2014-2020, and they make laws which affect people in this country as much as anywhere else in Europe.
They can't raise taxes, go to war or sack a government, but they can pass laws that impact on every householder in Worcestershire.
Most food labelling at your local supermarket is there because MEPs passed laws to force it to be displayed.
Immigration rules come from the EU, as do the rules compelling airline companies to display details on any taxes they levy on customers.
Limits on what mobile phone companies can charge customers abroad are EU-led, as is the climate change directive which calls upon EU countries to reduce carbon dioxide emissions to 20 per cent below 1990 levels by 2020.
There are 11 parties vying for votes this year in the region, with all eyes on UKIP, the right-wing party which is expecting big gains because of its popular anti-EU rhetoric.
But one factor which could threaten the party's outcome is the presence of five other strongly anti-EU parties campaigning on similar ideals.
The votes will be collected up tonight and sent to Birmingham City Council, where the results for the seven West Midlands seats will be released on Sunday to tie in with announcements across Europe.
At the moment, of the region's seven seats the Conservatives hold three, belonging to Malcolm Harbour, Anthea McIntyre and Philip Bradbourn.
Labour holds one in Michael Cashman, the Lib Dems also have one in Phil Bennion and MEP Mike Nattras was elected for UKIP but now belongs to 'An Independence from Europe' party after falling out with Nigel Farage.
MEP Nikki Sinclaire also used to be part of UKIP but now represents the 'We Demand a Referendum Now' party, as the seventh.
An Independence from Europe - led by former UKIP MEP Mike Nattras, wants to take Britain out of the EU without a referendum
British National Party - anti-EU, wants an exit, strongly right-wing
Conservatives - pledging to hold a referendum in 2017 if the party wins the general election next year
English Democrats - says it wants to "look after English interests" and scrap prescription charges and tuition fees for English people
Green Party - committed to the EU project, saying the debate does not have to become a shouting match over being 'in or out'
Harmony Party - calls itself "zero immigration, anti-EU, pro-jobs" but does little publicity and has no website
Labour - says it wants to campaign for change within the EU, insisting it will focus on jobs and growth
Liberal Democrats - is battling hard to defend Britain's position in the EU
NO2EU - campaigns for workers rights and anti-privatisation, has a strong left-wing stance but wants an EU referendum
UKIP - led by Nigel Farage, wants an exit from Europe
We Demand a Referendum Now - its main policy is to force a referendum on EU membership, led by former UKIP MEP Nikki Sinclaire
THERE are 736 MEPs in the European Parliament's offices in Strasbourg and Brussels representing more than 500 million people in 28 countries, but it is being set at 751 at this month's elections.
The laws they vote on are put forward by the European Commission, which has 28 members, one representing each nation, and acts like a cabinet government.
Germany has the most, at 99, but the UK has the second highest tally with 73 because it is based broadly on population.
MEPS have roles similar to MPs, but get to vote on legislation affecting the whole of Europe rather than just this country.
They earn the equivalent of £78,444 a year, based on the current rate of 7,957 euros a month.
Each MEP gets a five-year term in office, as the last set of election took place in June 2009 and the next count after this one is due in 2019.
Each one gets to cover a region of their homeland, which means Worcestershire is part of the West Midlands constituency, which has seven seats.
Across the country there are 10 regions, with each having between three and 10 MEPs based on size.
The seven seats up for grabs will be awarded using a 'quota' electoral system.
The quota is the total number of votes received by a party divided by the number of seats already gained in the West Midlands +1.
So, for a party with no seats like NO2EU, the number of votes received is divided by one, and so stays the same.
If it has one seat, like Labour, its number of votes is divided by two, if it has two seats it is divided by three, and so on.
So the more seats you have, like the Tories, the harder it is to gain more.
The first seat that a party wins goes to the first person on its list, the second seat to the second person, and so on, until the party has either not won any more seats or has run out of names on its list.
Ten of the 11 parties contesting seats here have put forward the maximum of seven candidates, apart from the Harmony Party, which is standing just one.
Essentially, voters are therefore being asked to back a party, rather than in local elections where they often choose to support a particular candidate.