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The 2.4GHz OMNI 12dBi antenna with N female connector is 360° omni-directional and waterproof. It comes with pole mounting brackets. The signal range is about 700 meter, line of sight.
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Burt Wolf: What We Eat "Simple Pleasures: Mediterranean Foods in the Americas" Burt looks at the history of the foods of the Mediterranean and how they have affected people in Europe and the Americas.G
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Joanne Weir's Cooking Confidence "Flavor Fiesta" It's a party when Joanne and her student Cheryl get together. Joanne adds a sweet crisp twist to classic guacamole, shows how to improve a store bought stock to elevate tortilla soup, and then the party really begins with muddled cherry margaritas Recipes: Sweet Pea Guacamole, Tortilla Soup with Pork Meatballs, Tortillas and Cheddar, and Fresh Cherry Margaritas. Student: Cheryl Kovelchik, Entertainment Marketing. D
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Rick Steves' Europe "Galicia and the Camino De Santiago" Rick follows a centuries-old pilgrim trail, from the French border to Santiago de Compostela in Spain's northwest corner. He stops in Pamplona for the running of the bulls and dives into the unique Celtic culture of Galicia where Riverdance meets flamenco.G

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VATICAN CITY — The timing said it all.
A smiling Pope Benedict XVI had just wrapped up an official visit to Portugal in May 2010, during which he praised Catholic organizations striving to protect families based on "the indissoluble marriage between a man and a woman."
But barely 72 hours after the pontiff flew home, the president of Portugal declared that he would sign a bill allowing gay and lesbian couples to wed. With Spain having granted such rights five years earlier, the move turned the entire Iberian Peninsula, historically a Catholic stronghold, into an unlikely hitching post for homosexuals.
Choosing a new pope: Full coverage of the papal conclave
"That shows the importance of the pope's views, of the Catholic Church's views, on same-sex marriage in terms of domestic politics," Paulo Corte-Real, a gay rights activist and economics professor, recalled wryly.


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Lynn dominates as Cardinals down Reds
St. Louis, MO – Lance Lynn allowed just one run in six innings to help the St. Louis Cardinals to a 5-1 victory over the Cincinnati Reds Tuesday night at Busch Stadium.
Lynn (1-0) added 10 strikeouts and allowed just four hits and one walk for St. Louis, which evened this three-game series at one game apiece.
"I was really impressed with what Lynn was able to do," said manager Mike Matheny. "He had good action on his fastball and it was fun to watch."
Matt Adams gave the Cardinals the lead with a pinch-hit, two-run homer in the sixth inning. Matt Carpenter added two hits and two runs scored.
After the game, Adams explained, "Runner in scoring position, I just wanted to get something elevated and get the barrel on it."
Bronson Arroyo (1-1) tossed five perfect innings before losing his composure in the sixth. He left the game after six having allowed four runs on five hits while striking out just two.
"You knew they were going to make a push," Arroyo said.
Shin-Soo Choo had two singles to lead Cincinnati, which was held without an extra base hit.
Lynn retired the first 10 batters he faced while striking out seven before Zack Cozart singled with one out in the fourth. Cozart moved to third on Joey Votto's base hit, then scored on Brandon Phillips' sacrifice fly to give Cincinnati an early lead.
The Reds threatened again in the sixth inning, but with Choo and Votto on base, Lynn managed to force Phillips and Jay Bruce each to ground out to the right side of the field, preventing any further damage.
St. Louis finally got on the board when Adams hit for Lynn and rocked a two- run home run to right field. The Cardinals weren't done however, as they added two more runs on an RBI groundout by Allen Craig and a Beltran single up the middle which plated Carpenter. Catcher Ryan Hanigan tagged out Matt Holliday at the plate on a perfect throw from Choo to end the frame.
Carpenter scored his second run of the game in the eighth inning on a wild pitch from Reds reliever Manny Parra.
The Cardinals bullpen pitched three scoreless innings while yielding just one hit and striking out four.
Game Notes
The Cardinals struck out just three times as a team while Cincinnati hitters were fanned 14 times ... Both teams left four men on base ... The Reds were 0- for-2 with runners in scoring position.


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Budgeting isn't something most people get excited about. The word smacks of self-denial and hours spent in front of an Excel spreadsheet trying to trim $1.09 from the electricity bill.
I used to feel that way, too -- until I realized that relying on a simple blueprint for saving and spending is the express route to personal financial security. We can't predict everything that happens in life, but we can ensure that we always have a solid financial cushion (and thus peace of mind to spare).
While you don't have to be a calculus whiz to create a budget, you do need to invest a block of time (an hour per week) to monitor your money and hone new habits. Many budgeting approaches suggest putting cash limits on certain categories or using software programs to make sure that you spend only X on Y. I'm not in favor of those methods. Life is just too unpredictable. My budget relies on a save-to-spend strategy: By working on saving first, you'll live within your means, steer clear of debt, and end up ahead.
Easy-Does-It Budget
My plan aims to hit specific targets, using automatic transfers to keep saving steady. Here's the breakdown:
- 10 percent of your income comes off the top for retirement (if you're at 2 percent, inch it up every few months; you won't miss the cash, and the long-term gains are huge).
- 5 to 10 percent goes for long-term expenses (a baby, a new roof).
- 5 to 10 percent gets put aside for upcoming or unexpected bills (gadget upgrades, a property tax increase).
- 5 percent gets allotted for your own personal spending ("fun" money).
The challenge lies in keeping your monthly expenses at 65 to 75 percent of your income. But remember: You'll eventually spend what you're saving, starting with that 5 percent for lattes, dinners out, and the occasional mani-pedi with your best friend.
Now, to reach these targets, you need to assess your cash flow. Follow these steps to see where you stand and where you can trim back.
1. Tally up your income. Include regular salary, plus approximate bonuses, overtime, investments, and any other regular income. Know the gross amount (pretax) as well as your net income (take-home pay).
2. Figure out what you spend. Note how much you're shelling out in each of three key categories: For monthly outlays that rarely vary (mortgage or rent, insurance, a gym membership, retirement savings), check recent bills and paycheck withholdings. For regular bills that usually fluctuate (groceries, child care, utilities), take the average of two or three months of those bills. To track sporadic or unexpected costs (a friend's wedding, the laptop breaks, you owe money to the IRS), check out at least six bank and credit-card statements. Jot down as many of these expenses as you can, and create a monthly average. (For help, use the online budget worksheet.)
3. Take action. If you've never added up your expenses (or if it's been a while), you may have found the first steps exhausting and depressing if you've realized you can't set aside enough for savings and pay the bills. That's OK; these are target amounts. Just remember, the more you can set aside for upcoming and out-of-the-blue expenses, the more secure you'll feel. That may involve making major adjustments (such as finding a higher-paying job or less pricey housing), a few smaller ones (using the library in place of the bookstore or cooking at home more), or a little of both.
Consider, too, whether the way you allocate your cash matches your priorities. Do you want to spend less on eating out and more on self-care? Do you want to save more for home projects and spend less on clothes? By focusing on what's most important, you'll slowly change how you spend. Stay on track by devoting an hour a week to fine-tuning your budget and building new habits, especially early on. It's a small investment for the big financial (and emotional) returns you'll enjoy now and in the future.
Text by M.P. Dunleavey, author of "Money Can Buy Happiness" and a columnist for MSN Money.


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I'll be the first to say it: It's time to leave the school bus bullies alone.
In case you've been in detention for the past week, a loathsome foursome of seventh-grade boys are in hot water—well, actually in a one-year suspension from school—after a video of them taunting their bus monitor, Karen Klein, went viral. But as horrible as their behavior was, our reaction as adults is even more troubling. According to one bully-boy's dad, his son has received thousands of death threats.
Plus: VIDEO: Dad Gives 12-Year-Old Public Punishment for Stealing
We all get outraged when we hear about kids whose parents publicly punish them by, say, making them stand in the mall with a sign proclaiming "I SHOPLIFTED." They're just children!, we gasp, as we wonder how evil those parents must be. Yet thanks to the Internet, and viral videos, misbehaving kids are humiliated before millions of people, not just the few passing by on their way to The Pottery Barn. And the people offering to "punish" these children aren't even their parents. Now that's an even greater evil.
Plus: How Parents Can Help Kids Being Bullied
So let's all get off the bus and leave it to its rightful passengers: Klein, the boys, and the handful of parents and administrators who are qualified to hash things through. Klein's already gotten plenty of sympathy, and will probably get some big bucks too, since a fund set up to give her a vacation has already attracted well over a half-million bucks. Which bewilders her; she says her supporters "don't even know me."
All those haters don't really know the boys, either.
What's your take on this sad situation? Do you think the boys have been punished enough?


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Sarah Jessica Parker: Wednesday Walk with the Twins!
Sarah Jessica Parker wears a purple coat while leaving her home with her twin girls Marion and Tabitha on Wednesday (December 19) in New York City.
Earlier in the day, the 47-year-old actress was spotted decorating her home for the holidays while her hubby Matthew Broderick rode his bike to a meeting in the city.
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The day before, SJP and Matthew went for a walk around town with each other.
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Politics Up Close: Pete Ashdown Makes 2nd Bid for U.S. Senate
(KCPW News) Internet entrepreneur Pete Ashdown is once again venturing into politics. The founder and CEO of Salt Lake City-based Internet service provider XMission will make another run for the U.S. Senate in 2012, hoping to tackle the influence of money in government. But how does the Democratic candidate hope to find more success this time than when he first challenged Republican Senator Orrin Hatch in 2006? Ashdown joined us in the studio to discuss his campaign.
Then, we often talk about how the lack of immigration reform affects families, but what about employers? An upcoming panel discussion at the City Library will explore that question next week, and so did we, talking with immigration attorney Roger Tsai, who helps companies secure visas for their workers.
More information on Tuesday's panel discussion organized by the Enriching Utah Coalition is available on the City Library's website.
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Sunland, the company that manufactures the recalled Trader Joe's Valencia Creamy Salted Peanut Butter, has expanded their recall of peanut, almond and other nut butters to include 76 brands, reports CBS News.
You can find a full list of recall products here. The recalled products were manufactured between May 1 and September 24, 2012, and may be contaminated with salmonella, which causes diarrhea, fever and abdominal cramps. Children are particularly susceptible to salmonella-related illness, and three-fourths of the reported illnesses occurred in children under the age of 18.
If you have a recalled product, either return it to your supermarket for a refund or throw it away.
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Sparring. It's often what can make or break a fighter's camp and furthermore could ultimately decide their respective fates inside the ring. It can often take a distant second to roadwork, hitting the mitts and pounding away on the heavy bag. The reverse image of such endeavours would of course be the one supporting the bag or more to the point - the sparring partner.
The oftentimes-missed individual is an all too important cog in developing a boxer's arsenal. For Los Angeles native Cleotis "Mookie" Pendarvis, a life behind the scenes combined with a view from the other side of the fence has been well worth its weight and hopefully now, worth the wait. Mookie (17(6)-3(1)-2) will be part of the featured event tomorrow (Friday, May 11) night in an IBF Light Welterweight title eliminator when he takes on the unbeaten Canadian (via Haiti) Dierry Jean (24(16)-0) at the Buffalo Run Casino in Miami, Oklahoma. The property is part of the Peoria Nation and is located in the far northeastern corner of the Sooner State. The bout will be televised live in the United States as part of Showtime's "ShoBox: The Next Generation" (11PM ET/PT). Pendarvis was kind enough to share a few minutes with this reporter a few weeks ago for an exclusive SecondsOut interview. As previously mentioned, Mookie has put in his time in the gym so that other fighters; many of them famous could prosper. He can just about boast a "who's who" type of resume in this regard.
"I have been in there with just about anyone you can came from 135 (pounds) up to 154. Everyone except (Floyd) Mayweather, (Manny) Pacquiao and (Juan Manuel) Marquez.", said Pendarvis. His opponent tomorrow evening is unbeaten and holds what some may consider to be an untested resume, yet Mookie is wise enough not to overlook his antagonist from Quebec. Said Cleotis, "I have watched some film on him, but I honestly don't think that he has what it takes to beat me. If you look at his record, then it basically speaks for itself." For some, it's music and for others it's sports in terms of a way out or at least a break from the rough and tumble life of the inner city. The 26 year old Pendarvis may have seen more in his life than many will care to see in their entire lifetimes. It is this knowledge of the tenderness and fragility of one's time on earth, which drives and inspires him to dreams of greatness. "I have been through so much and I have seen it all and I'm only 26. I've lost friends and family to the streets. That's why I know that I have to live everyday to the absolute fullest. Any day could easily be your last."
In addition to ten titles won as an amateur, the fighter from southern California was quite the multi-sport athlete as a young man. He's always called the City of Angels his home. "I have lived here all of my life", the IBF contender commented. "I played all sorts of sports. I ran track and my team won championships in high school, but what I loved most was basketball. I averaged maybe thirteen or fourteen points (per game), but what I loved to do was dish out assists. I laid out the dimes." High altitudes are usually no friend to an unaccustomed athlete, such as the case might possibly be for "Mookie" Pendarivs, yet the man who is just one victory short of a world title shot seemed very comfortable last month when he said, "I am training up in the mountains right now and it's not a problem for me at all because I have been here so many times for fight camps for Shane Mosley and others." As tomorrow night approaches, Cleotis Pendarvis has his eyes on the prize yet refuses to let them in any fashion divert from the moment. Should "Mookie" gain a victory at the Buffalo Run casino, then he would be next in line for a chance to fight for the IBF light welterweight title and he may already have some possible opponents in mind. "I can easily see myself as the IBF light welterweight champion of the world. If it's not (Lamont) Peterson, then maybe it can be (Amir) Khan. I heard Peterson may be moving up to 147." In any case and in all likelihood, the man they call "Mookie" will always hold and forever remember the view from the other side of the fence (or gloves). He's been happy to help over the years, only now he is ready to take what he feels to be rightfully his own. Patience has paid off and such experiences such as his have allowed him to remain firmly planted. "I am just like everyone else. I want people to know that I'm a humble individual."
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Here are a few key pieces from this years spring Crooks & Castles collection. I am really loving all these three pieces and I think they go along way to show the diversity in the Crooks stable.
The Wavy sweat shirt is a great play on the Navy Sweat shirt obviously and it brings it in to the present with the Wavy catch phrase, which is very popular with rappers at the moment.
The silk (polyester) shirt in the middle is also a firm favourite of mine and I live the very big nod towards Versace shirt of the 1990's.
All of these items will be available on Netclothing.net very soon.


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Processes changing at North Central
Stemming from Governor Tom Corbett's budget proposal for the fiscal year 2011-2012, significant changes to the state's community and economic development delivery system have trickled down to North Central Pennsylvania Regional Planning and Development Commission [NCPRPDC]."There is still a lot of maturation that has to happen with our delivery process, but the difficulty is implementing everything that we have," said Eric Bridges, NCPRPDC executive director. "We were fortunate because we didn't have the growing pains or the relationship issues-- we know what we need to do, we know what the administration wants, and we've committed to those ideas and created a focused document. I have all the confidence in the world that we'll be able to succeed. "The ultimate evaluator of all the changes will be the customers and the clients; they'll be the ones who can tell us if these changes and modifications are being effective or not. Within our proposal, we have built-in mechanisms which allow us to verify some of that insight."Gone from Corbett's budget are earmarked resources for many of the major economic development service providers, including the local development districts such as North Central, small business development centers, the industrial resource centers, and the industrial development assistance program.Replacing these line items is a new initiative called Partnership for Regional Economic Performance [PREP]. The intent of PREP is to encourage a more coordinated and efficient approach to the delivery of economic development services by providing competition-based grants to economic development service providers within designated regions."I think this will make things easier for everybody," Bridges said. "This will make it easy for us as a consortium, it'll make it easier for the business community to understand what we can bring to the table collectively and we have high hopes and I'm very optimistic that this will ultimately work."After months of planning, one of the challenges that arose involves the handling of a project encompassing more than one region while passing over geographic boundaries."One of the challenges was that we needed to figure out the relationships in relation to geography," Bridges said. "My sense is that through the network of all the respective partners, most of the partners are either involved in or have their own regional or state association, or belong to the Pennsylvania Economic Development Association-- and there will be an over-reliance on those institutions to help facilitate some of those dialogues and communications. "Within our region, we have very specific and precise protocols on how we handle things and share contacts, manage our clients, everything. For the state, a large part of what they'll be looking for as we implement everything, they'll be looking to see what particular region has a handle on what. As their understanding of the system grows and matures, I think we'll be in a position to get some feedback."After the initial budget plan was released, officials from North Central and other directly-affected partners, including the Northwest Industrial Resource Center, the Clarion Small Business Development Center, and various county economic development corporations, convened on multiple occasions to develop a framework for what the delivery system would look like.However, William H. Bogart, small business consultant for NCPRPDC, showed there is more than one side to the story."Excuse my lack of appreciation, but as a private businessman and looking at this concept because I read the draft, I don't think free-market businesses should be conditioned to becoming a client of government," Bogart said. "My experiences in the private sector, frankly, is the private enterprise doesn't need government. There is too much of it now. All we're going to do is create more costs and it's the small business development center-- my legislators are using my tax dollars as a private businessman for funding to compete against me. I think I should be given a choice to not pay taxes to this commonwealth because I think it's inherently unfair, I truly do."Bogart also said he felt smaller counties would lose out in the long run.
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Based on the latest information, investors are looking at On Deck Capital, Inc. (NYSE:ONDK)'s short data and trying to figure out market sentiment on which way the market thinks the stock is moving. The firm has 4.28% of total shares float short, yielding a short ratio of 4.90.
There is no shortage of financial news and opinions as we live in the age of the 24 hour news cycle. Headlines and expert opinions seem to be around every corner when dealing with the stock market. Trying to keep up with all the swirling news can make ones head spin. Even though there may be some significant news mixed in, a lot of the headlines may not be worth paying much attention to. Figuring out what information is useful may take some time for the investor to figure out. Once the filter is in place, investors may find it much easier to focus on the important data. Making investment decisions solely based on news headlines may end up causing the portfolio to suffer down the line.
When investors engage in short selling or "shorting a stock", they actually borrow shares from an existing owner, sell the borrowed shares at market price, and take the cash. The short sellers then promise to replace the stock in the future and makes dividend payments out of their own pockets to cover the dividend income that is no longer exists on the original, now borrowed and sold, shares.
They hope that the stock price will fall or that the company will fail and go bankrupt, leading the equity holders to ruin. The short sellers will then buy the stock back at a much lower price and replace the borrowed shares, pocketing the difference.
Shorting a stock can be very risky if the price doesn't decline like planned and, in fact, increases. It's important for any investor to understand the dangers and potentially catastrophic financial losses of short selling.
Let's take a look at how the stock has been performing recently. Over the past twelve months, On Deck Capital, Inc. (NYSE:ONDK)'s stock was 41.81%. Over the last week of the month, it was 17.29%, -7.60% over the last quarter, and 35.89% for the past six months.
Over the past 50 days, On Deck Capital, Inc. stock's -9.45% off of the high and 23.71% removed from the low. Their 52-Week High and Low are noted here. -13.50% away from the high and 98.05% from the low.
The consensus analysts recommendation at this point stands at 2.80 on On Deck Capital, Inc. (NYSE:ONDK). This is based on a 1-5 scale where 1 indicates a Strong Buy and 5 a Strong Sell. The same analysts are predicting that the company shares will trade to $9.25 within the next 12-18 months.
High yielding stocks can be very tempting for investors. Trying to maximize the return on every dollar invested is a goal of many individuals. What investors have to remember is that the stocks that promise the highest return potential may also be some of the riskiest to own. Because past performance can't guarantee future results, investors may need to do some extra research when adding high risk stocks to the portfolio. Most investors are always on the lookout to spot that next big stock winner before everyone else. Making sure that they are not adding too much extra risk when doing this may be the key to keeping the portfolio balanced
Disclaimer: The views, opinions, and information expressed in this article are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any company stakeholders, financial professionals, or analysts. Examples of analysis performed within this article are only examples. They should not be utilized to make stock portfolio or financial decisions as they are based only on limited and open source information. Assumptions made within the analysis are not reflective of the position of any analysts or financial professionals.


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In a battle to break the third-place tie in the Eastern conference, the Columbus Crew took advantage of goals from Andres Mendoza and Bernardo Anor and a second-half ejection of Lovel Palmer to take a 2-0 win over the Houston Dynamo at Robertson Stadium on Saturday.
Sweltering temperatures at kickoff forced both sides to start at a slow pace early in the match. With sun still on full display and the heat index in the triple digits, both teams got off to a metered start. The lack of energy and choppy play led to bad plays from both teams, but it was Columbus which capitalized first in the 41st minute when Mendoza finished an Anor through ball in the penalty area by slotting it to the left of Houston goalkeeper Tally Hall to give the Crew a 1-0 lead late in the first half.
A series of physical tackles accompanied the choppy play on Saturday evening. The Dynamo took two yellow cards in the first half – in the 43rd minute to Hunter Freeman and in the 46th minute to Palmer.
Coming out of the locker room down a goal, Houston found itself further behind the eight ball when Palmer was shown his second yellow of the evening for taking down Anor as the midfielder attempted to dribble across the midfield line in the 52nd minute.
Houston seemed energized despite its shorthanded state and was on the front foot for 15 minutes after Palmer's ejection. The diminished Dynamo side consistently pushed the ball into the final third, creating several chances.
The best came when Brad Davis released rookie Will Bruin down the left sideline and past a prone Chad Marshall. Bruin fired a bullet at Hesmer, who parried the shot. Corey Ashe collected the rebound and found Davis at the top of the box. He dribbled toward the end line, but Hesmer was once again up to task of saving the Davis shot.
With the Dynamo unable to capitalize in that stretch, Anor put the game away for the Crew in the 77th minute. The midfielder made an attacking run into the Dynamo penalty box, firing a shot that Hall saved. Hall was unable to retain the deflection, and Anor followed his initial shot with an angled goal that put the Crew up 2-0, securing the Crew's first win at Robertson Stadium.
With the win, the Crew take sole possession of third place in the East with 21 points, while Houston slips to fourth and stays on 18 points. The Crew host defending MLS Cup champion Colorado next Sunday, while Houston travels to D.C. on Saturday night.
Columbus Crew (5-4-6) vs. Houston Dynamo (4-6-6)
June 18, 2011 -- Robertson Stadium, Houston, TX
Scoring Summary:
CLB -- Andres Mendoza 5 (Bernardo Anor 1) 41
CLB -- Bernardo Anor 1 (Justin Meram 2) 77
Columbus Crew -- William
Hesmer, Sebastian Miranda, Julius James, Chad Marshall, Josh Gardner, Eddie
Gaven, Rich Balchan, Emmanuel Ekpo (Kevin Burns 84), Bernardo Anor, Andres
Mendoza (Justin Meram 64), Tommy Heinemann (Tejan Rusmir 93+).
Substitutes Not Used: Eric Gehrig, Aaron Horton, Andy Iro, Andy Gruenebaum.
Houston Dynamo -- Tally
Hall, Hunter Freeman, Bobby Boswell, Andre Hainault, Corey Ashe, Colin Clark
(Danny Cruz 62), Geoff Cameron, Lovel Palmer, Brad Davis, Cam Weaver (Brian
Ching 62), Will Bruin (Jason Garey 76).
Substitutes Not Used: Mike Chabala, Alex Dixon, Kofi Sarkodie, Tyler Deric.
Misconduct Summary:
HOU -- Hunter Freeman (caution; Reckless Tackle) 43
HOU -- Lovel Palmer (caution; Reckless Tackle) 46+
CLB -- Bernardo Anor (caution; Reckless Tackle) 49
HOU -- Lovel Palmer (ejection; Second Caution) 52
CLB -- Tommy Heinemann (caution; Reckless Foul) 83
Referee: Jasen Anno
Referee's Assistants: Fabio Tovar; Ian Anderson
4th Official: Juan Guzman
Attendance: 13,039
Weather: Sunny-and-92 degrees
All statistics contained in this boxscore are unofficial


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It is undeterminable what causes colony collapse disorder (CCD), although researchers have suggested that it is the presence of both the fungus Nosema ceranae and the virus invertebrate iridescent virus (IIV) in the hive. Currently, there is no solution to this problem other than burning the hive once the colony has been infected.
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Amir Khan says he is over the disappointment of the Lamont Peterson ifight falling through and is fully focused on facing insists Danny Garcia for the WBC light welterweight champion Garcia on July 14.
"It was quite hard for me to get over the whole Lamont Peterson issue because I had a tough training camp, from LA to the Philippines and back again," Khan told Sky Sports News HD.
"There was so much travelling and focus for ten weeks, dieting and eating the right food and then a week before the fight it was called off.
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The WattStation wall-mount electric vehicle charging station, manufactured by General Electric, delivers a full-cycle charge to a 24 kWh battery in 4 to 8 h. This charging station features ground fault protection, a backlit charging icon, and zero energy consumption when not in use. It can withstand outdoor conditions and can be hardwired or plugged into a NEMA 6-50 receptacle upon installation by a certified electrician or contractor. A mounting plate with heavy-duty screws and a key lock secure the WattStation in place, and GE provides a step-by-step installation video. Features include commerce and card reader capability, user authentication, metering, and open architecture network communications.
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Loadbreak connector system
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Pumpkin Spiked Latte anyone? This is not your run of the mill Starbucks version. Because last time I checked, that traditional PSL doesn't have a lick of bourbon. And what fun is that? Take your favorite Fall drink to delicious sipping status with this homemade and booze infused version from The Whisking Kitchen. Psst... find more perfect for Fall cocktails this way.
While I still love a pumpkin spice latte and all the memories associated with them, I thought for the blog I would need something a bit more sophisticated. After all this is The Whisking Kitchen and around here we love bringing our A game to the party. Don't get me wrong I love the standard pumpkin spice drink (with soymilk!) and I have probably ordered two in the last week buuuuut this particulary recipe steps up the flavor game just a tad.
In my opinion everything made at home is usually waaaaay better than in a retail store. And while I can order an extra shot of espresso at Starbucks, I don't think they will ever let me add an extra shot of bourbon. That will be the day won't it ?!
Boozy Pumpkin Spice Latte
Prep Time
5 Minutes
Cook Time
30 Minutes
Total Time
35 Minutes
|1 Cup of vanilla soymilk
|3 Teaspoons of pumpkin pie spice
|1 Tablespoon of vanilla extract
|3 Tablespoons of brown sugar
|1 Ounce of bourbon
|2 Cups of whip cream
|4 Cups of freshly brewed coffee, French pressed is my preference
|*Extra pumpkin pie spice for topping whip cream
In a small sauce pan heat soymilk, pumpkin pie spice, vanilla extract, and brown sugar.
Heat for 20-30 minutes whisking periodically to ensure smoothness.
Pour quarter of pumpkin mixture and bourbon into a mug and top with 1 Cup of hot coffee.
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Important Notes:
2) Pigtail front springs
3) M-Tech will lower approx. 20mm less than listed.
4) Excluding suspension leveling control
6) Should only be fitted in combination with sports shock absorbers (shortened piston rods)
7) Polo I 9.79 purchase upper spring seats from Polo II after 9.79 (front)
8) Only fits vehicles with front anti roll bar connected to lower wishbone. Does not fit vehicles with anti roll bar connected to front shock absorber.
9) Only lowers GT-Turbo and Sporting by 40mm
11) Front springs must be fitted with progression to top.
12) Dampers to be fitted with O.E/Other manufacturers springs only. For vehicles fitted with GMAX springs use 50 VW 09R
13) Dampers are not gas pressurised
14) Rear springs are pigtail
15) Only lowers GTI by -40mm
16) Will not fit vehicles with anti-roll bar connected to front damper.
17) Cars equiped with power steering may need to use a modified track rod. Part Number: STR.
19) Please check distance in mm between hole centres on lower strut mount bracket (see diagram and notes in Renault section)
20) Rear dampers MUST only be fitted in conjuction with GMAX springs.


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For the U.S., a Disappointing World
The chaos in Iraq is just the latest evidence that history doesn't follow America's optimistic script
It has not been a good year for the liberal world order. Not since the end of the Cold War have so many crises erupted in so many places: Russia's invasion of Ukraine, China's relentless push in the East and South China seas, and the surge in jihadist violence and terror from Boko Haram in Nigeria to the religious war that now engulfs Syria and Iraq. This is not what Americans thought the world would look like in the third decade since the fall of the Berlin Wall.
As we struggle to understand why the post-Cold War world has...


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SALTILLO, Mexico — The mothers knock on the doors of flophouses and morgues. They sift through pictures of prisoners and the dead. Clutching pictures of their own, some from long ago, they ask the same questions, over and over.
Have you seen him? Does she look familiar?
Occasionally, there is a reported sighting. More often, it's another shake of the head, a "Sorry, no." And with that, weariness stooping their shoulders and worry sagging their faces, they board their bus and move on to another town.
By last weekend, these mothers, wives and sisters of missing Central American migrants had already crossed some of Mexico's most dangerous territory in their two-bus caravan.
Following a route often used by migrants northward along the Gulf Coast to the U.S., they had entered the country in the south through Tabasco state. They traveled through Veracruz and Tamaulipas, sites recently of horrific massacres of Central Americans and others, stopping along the way to ask and search — against all the odds wishing for a happy ending.


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BRISTOL, Tenn. – The King University women's volleyball team continued to play at a high level on Wednesday when the swept a pair of matches at a home triangular. The Tornado first defeated nonconference foe Saint Augustine's University 25-11, 25-17, 25-19 before topping Conference Carolinas opponent Converse College 25-13, 25-21, 25-17 to sweep the day.
King quickly jumped out to a 3-0 lead against Saint Augustine's (9-16) behind kills by Maribeth Kern and Kelsey Griffitts and a Casey Williams service ace. The lead grew to 8-3 following a Payton Tipton service ace, and Griffitts gave King a commanding 21-8 lead with one of her four kills in the set. Kern and Grace Underwood capped the 25-11 set win consecutive kills.
The Tornado used a 4-0 run early in the third set to gain separation. Lauren Willoughby, Ashton Beckner and Olivia Underwood all registered kills on the spurt that gave King a 7-3 lead. The Tornado gradually extended the lead, and Hanna Bug Smyth gave King a 23-14 lead with one of her two kills in the match while Sarah Collins capped the 25-17 win with one of her three kills in the match.
The Falcons (9-16) jumped ahead early in the third set, but Willoughby brought the Tornado back with three straight kills. Tipton capped the 4-0 run, and brought King within 6-5 with a service ace. Beckner finally evened the set at 8-8 before Jordan Baty gave King a 10-9 lead with one of her four kills in the match. Trailing 15-14, King went on another run, this one sparked by a Collins kill. Beckner followed with a kill and Willoughby capped the 8-0 run with another kill to give King a 22-15 advantage. After Baty gave King a chance a set point, Blair Fields ended the 25-19 win with a service ace.
Willoughby led the Tornado with 10 kills while Olivia Underwood dished out 31 assists. Tipton posted a team-high 10 digs and four aces while Grace Underwood had a team-high five aces.
The Tornado offense started on a on a high note in the nightcap as Kern and Summer Kremer registered back-to-back kills to spark an 8-0 run to give King an early 9-1 lead. A Kern ace and a kill by Griffitts ended the spurt. King's lead grew to 13-3 before Converse (6-22, 5-11 CC) started to make a comeback. The Valkyries got within 14-9 before the Tornado (27-4, 15-1 CC) began to extend the lead. Griffitts put King up 24-11 with a kill before Converse scored a pair of points. However, Kern ended the 25-13 win with her fourth kill of the set.
The second set was tight until the Tornado went on a 4-0 run after the score was tied at 10. Griffitts accounted for two kills on the spurt while Kremer registered one put away. King then score four straight more points, capped by two Tipton service aces to take a commanding 18-12 lead. The Valkyries made, but King weathered the storm to take the set 25-21.
King held a slim 9-7 lead in the third set before Willoughby sparked the Tornado offense with her second consecutive kill. Baty capped the 6-0 run with only kill of the match to give King a 15-7 lead. The Tornado gradually extended their lead, and Willoughby ended the 25-17 win with her fifth kill of the final set.
Griffitts paced the King offense with 11 kills on 14 attempts against just two errors for a .643 attack percentage. Kremer chipped in with 10 kill while Tipton registered a match-high 12 digs. Olivia Underwood dished a team-high 39 assists in the win.
The win pushes King's winning streak to seven matches, a streak that kill will put on the line again on Friday when they host Baron College at 7:00 p.m. in the Student Center Complex. The Tornado will then host Mount Olive College and Virginia Intermont College at 2:00 p.m., and 6:00 p.m., respectively.


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YEAST STRAIN: 3724 | Belgian Saison™This strain is the classic farmhouse ale yeast. A traditional yeast that is spicy with complex aromatics, including bubble gum. It is very tart and dry on the palate with a mild fruitiness. Expect a crisp, mildly acidic finish that will benefit from elevated fermentation temperatures. This strain is notorious for a rapid and vigorous start to fermentation, only to stick around 1.035 S.G. Fermentation will finish, given time and warm temperatures. Warm fermentation temperatures at least 90°F (32°C) or the use of a secondary strain can accelerate attenuation.Origin:Flocculation: LowAttenuation: 76-80%Temperature Range: 70-95F, 21-35CAlcohol Tolerance: 12% ABV
Thanks for the responses. When reading some recipes from people it seemed like they raised the temp to get a more flavorful beer. I guess they did it to get the yeast to finish.
So maybe a tiny bit of bicarbonate at a key time (before it actually stalls) might help avoid this problem?
PH can drop dramatically during fermentation. Some yeast make pH drop more than others. I haven't done enough experiments to confirm this, but my WAG is that some Saison strains stall out because they drop the pH too low before they can finish fermenting. This phenomena is something I've noticed when making mead with different wine yeasts. Since some Saison strains may be directly descended from wine strains, this may be an issue.Has anyone using those strains kept notes about pH during ferment?
If that's the case, why would raising the temp (the recommendation for finishing most saison fermentations) work?


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With Canada/New England itineraries emerging as an important homeport option for many cruise lines, and with a season that spans nearly six full months, we decided to take a fresh look at some of the excursions offered by cruise lines in region's ports.
No longer the provenance of smaller ships carrying a predominantly older crowd during peak fall foliage periods, Canada/New England has become a destination in its own right, with large ships filled with families and young, active types joining the more traditional senior travelers. Many of the port cities have buffed up their piers and expanded their shore operations to accommodate the more-varied-than-ever influx of ship passengers.
And shore excursion options have changed as well, with choices that were not available even a few short years ago. Active opportunities abound for the athletic types, family-oriented sojourns are offered, and wine lovers and foodies will be delighted with some of the trips.
In selecting these extraordinary excursions, we weren't aiming for the "most spectacular," but rather for options that are unique to a particular area, port or region. And, while we heartily encourage walking at least part of the Freedom Trail in Boston or taking the funicular to Lower Town in Quebec City, for example, we chose experiences that would be harder to do on your own. Almost every excursion we have cited is widely available (there are plenty more that we didn't list, of course, but here are a few to get you thinking).
And a final note: In some cases these tours can be booked independently; check Cruise Critic's port profiles for more details.
Fenway Park
Baseball fans will love this tour because, depending on availability and game schedules, you might be able to walk around the warning track right on the field itself. It also includes a look at the broadcast booth and press boxes, dugout seats and the Hall of Fame. Who knows -- a real, live Red Sox team member might show up too.
Who Should Go: Any baseball fan or history buff who wants to walk the hallowed ground of Babe Ruth's first home, the oldest continuously operating baseball park in the U.S., and the home of the 2004 World Series winners.
Why It's Extraordinary: It's Fenway Park! There's only one in the whole world.
Boston by Duck
Kids (of all ages) absolutely love this tour, which takes you in an amphibious WWII vehicle throughout the city and then goes straight into the Charles River from the street. Many of Boston's highlights are featured, including Boston Commons and the Swan Boats, parts of the Freedom Trail, a glimpse of Fenway from the river, Cambridge, and the U.S.S. Constitution, "Old Ironsides." The tour drops you at the Faneuil Hall Marketplace for some shopping (and Boston clam chowder).
Who Should Go: Families, seniors, history lovers, photographers, architecture and gardening enthusiasts, first-timers.
Why It's Extraordinary: Boston loves its Ducks -- they are a city institution. And it's certainly a unique means by which to explore the many areas that you might not otherwise get to see.
Portland, Maine
L.L. Bean Kayak Adventure
The legendary L.L. Bean store in Freeport has been providing outdoor clothing and equipment for over a century, but few know that the company also sponsors a wetland protection program in the region. The tour includes training and a two-hour paddling excursion through these protected lands, from Wolf Neck Farm to the waters of Maine's Cisco Bay. Seals, osprey and cormorants are some of the fauna that you'll see on this journey.
Who Should Go: Seniors in good physical condition, families with kids over eight years old, nature lovers, athletic types.
Why It's Extraordinary: This is a tour that is only operated by one company, so it's more isolated than most others -- in other words, your quiet time in nature will be really quiet. It's an excellent means by which to get close to the sights of Maine sea life and at the same time, be an active participant.
Bar Harbor
Whale Watching Tour
Almost all of the cruise lines offer whale-watching expeditions, and they're available in almost all of the cities in the itinerary of any Canada/New England cruise. One of the best is the Friendship V catamaran that operates out of Bar Harbor, Maine, with its knowledgeable guides who lead you to seals, porpoises and wild sea birds as you hunt for the whales. Halifax also has excellent whale watching tours as well, depending on the weather.
Who Should Go: Nature lovers, first-timers, seniors, families, photo buffs.
Why It's Extraordinary: Whales! Several types of whales are found in these waters, including minke, finback and humpbacks. Some of these tours even guarantee that you will see whales or will refund your purchase price.
Peggy's Cove
Gigantic boulders worn smooth by up to 450 million years of pounding waves surround the natural landscape here, anchored by a picturesque lighthouse (perhaps the most photographed in the world). Peggy's Cove was originally settled by six families in the early 1800's; that number has now reached 60. This is one of the most popular of all shore excursions because of the scenery, the photo ops and the ease of access.
Who Should Go:First-timers and shore excursion novices, photo buffs, lighthouse lovers, nature lovers, athletic types who'd enjoy climbing around the boulders.
Why It's Extraordinary: This trip, in particular, gives you the opportunity to wander paths or to climb boulders, to be as passive or as active as you choose. And for the first-timer, it lets you discover your pace so you can select from more strenuous or more restful tours in the future.
Treasures of RMS Titanic
It's been almost a century since the Titanic sank about 750 miles from Halifax, but the gravestones for 150 of the victims are still there, the church where memorial services were held is still going strong, and the Maritime Museum has exhibits and artifacts chronicling the disaster.
Who Should Go: History buffs and sea-lore lovers.
Why It's Extraordinary: You can watch the movies and read the books, but it's hard to get much closer than this to actual items from the Titanic, to the stories and lore that grew from the sinking, and to the role that Halifax played in the recovery of survivors and the bodies of victims alike.
Tall Ship Sailing
Whether you haul the lines yourself or just sit back and watch, this trip on an accurate replica of an ancient tall ship will show you what it was like in the days of yore. The excursion is highlighted with facts about the history of Halifax.
Who Should Go: History and ship lovers, seniors, families.
Why It's Extraordinary: It's a unique experience, a hands-on means by which to relive history, and you can be part of the crew if you'd like.
Green Animals
Imagine a 45-room mansion on 33 acres ... and then imagine that the meticulously groomed gardens of the estate include 80 sculpted trees and shrubs in animal shapes. These trees and shrubs were sculpted in 1880 and have been maintained ever since. Newport is all about the mansions, which were called "cottages" by their owners.
Who Should Go: Families, seniors, lovers of architecture and gardening, photo buffs and history buffs.
Why It's Extraordinary: Wandering through these old mansions and their grounds offers a glimpse into the U.S.'s industrial age as no other tours can, showcasing the wealthy lifestyles of the founders of American business and industry in the late 19th century. And this one in particular, with its green menagerie, adds a unique twist. Note: Green Animals is located in Portsmouth, about a 20-minute drive inland from Newport.
Saint John, New Brunswick
Reversing Rapids Jet Boat Ride
Where Canada's Bay of Fundy meets the St. John River, the tides are so fierce it causes the river to reverse and run upstream! A jet boat is the only way to see this unique phenomenon. You'll get wet (raincoats are supplied) but this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
Who Should Go: Adventure seekers, families, nature buffs.
Why It's Extraordinary: It's an opportunity to see the forces of nature at work, and a thrill ride at the same time.
Sydney, Nova Scotia
Bird Island Boat Tour
Located in the Bras d'Or Channel, the rocky pillars of the Bird Islands are dramatic enough, but when you consider the wildlife that inhabits them, they become spectacular. Glide to the heart of the Cape Breton region on a narrated boat tour and visit with bald eagles, puffins, kittiwakes and seals.
Who Should Go: Families, first-timers, nature lovers, photo buffs, seniors.
Why It's Extraordinary: It's one of the few places available to see more than 300 pairs of Atlantic puffins, for one thing, and is a refuge for hundreds of endangered species of marine birds and mammals.
St. John's, Newfoundland
St. John's Exploration
This is an overview tour of the city -- the oldest on the continent -- and its surroundings, including the spot where Marconi got his first radio transmission and Cape Spear, the most easterly point in North America. It includes a visit to the fishing village of Quidi Vidi, largely unchanged in 400 years.
Who Should Go: Seniors, history buffs, first-timers, photo buffs, nature lovers, architecture enthusiasts.
Why It's Extraordinary: St. John's, the oldest city in North America, is located on the Avalon Peninsula in Newfoundland. It's not easily accessed; in fact, the entry to the harbor is extremely narrow and the weather has to be good in order for a cruise ship to call here. This tour gives a nice overview of this region and the city.
Corner Brook, Newfoundland
Bay of Islands Tour
Located on the west coast of Newfoundland, surrounded by wilderness and craggy coastline, Corner Brook is the ideal jumping-off spot to explore the Bay of Islands, surveyed and named by Captain Cook, who is honored by the city's most prominent monument. The tour takes you through pristine valleys filled with wildflowers and along the coast, where you can often see whales from the shore.
Who Should Go: Seniors, families, photo buffs, nature lovers, history buffs, first-timers.
Why It's Extraordinary: This remote region is not one that you are likely to visit very often; this excursion shows off the beauty of the area and will create lasting memories.
Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island
Anne of Green Gables and Dalvay by the Sea
This tour starts in Charlottetown, and then allows you to explore the famous Anne of Green Gables homestead in Cavendish, Prince Edward Island's national park, and to visit the P.E.I. Preserves Company in New Glasgow, where the island produces its world-renowned jams. The tour concludes with an elaborate lobster lunch at Dalvay by the Sea, the summer "cottage," completed in 1895, of wealthy Standard Oil president Alexander McDonald.
Who Should Go: Seniors, history buffs, gourmands, photo buffs, architecture enthusiasts, families with kids old enough to enjoy the luncheon.
Why It's Extraordinary: Prince Edward Island is not very big, and this tour highlights most of its sights and attractions. The lobster lunch, complete with tri-color coleslaw and sticky date pudding, is unique in the world.
Biking the Confederation Trail
Originally a railroad right-of-way, this seven-mile bike trail is primarily flat and even, following St. Peter's Bay from Morel to St. Peter's. It includes vistas of the ocean, forest and farmland, and is at its most spectacular when the fall foliage is at peak. The tour is guided and narrated, and includes a snack and water bottle.
Who Should Go: Cyclists, of course, but also active seniors in good health, families (some cruise lines limit the age of children to over 12, so check first), nature lovers, photo buffs.
Why It's Extraordinary: The route was purchased in 1989 under the Rails to Trails program, turning this abandoned route into groomed bike paths for all to enjoy. It's a wonderful way to get exercise and see the countryside of Prince Edward Island.
Sugar Shack Tours
Maybe a visit to the unique "Maple Museum" hasn't been high on your list of priorities, but the Sugar Shack experience will change all that. See how maple sugar is made, from the tapping of sap to the final process, and be entertained along the way by musicians and local folkloric dancers during an all-you-can-eat meal served family style.
Who Should Go: Families, seniors, anyone interested in the history and folklore of the region.
Why It's Extraordinary: Kids love watching the process, especially as they are chewing on the final result while they learn about it. The music, dancing and storytelling are also a great introduction to Quebec and French Canada.
Beaupre Coast and Ste. Anne Winery
This excursion takes you to the remarkable Sainte-Anne Canyon, where three suspension bridges allow views of the magnificent scenery including the nearly 300-foot waterfalls. The Moulin de Petit Pre is a 300-year-old flour mill, the oldest in North America, now a winery where you can learn about the grapes that flourish in the region and see how wine is made.
Who Should Go: Photo buffs, couples, lovers of historic buildings and architecture, families (note: the suspension bridges could frighten some younger children) and wheelchair-bound guests.
Why It's Extraordinary: The 900-million-year-old canyons are worth seeing, especially from the suspension bridges; Montmorency Falls is one and a half times as high as Niagara Falls. On this tour, special "vehicles" assist non-mobile visitors so they don't miss a thing. The winery tour offers samples and you can purchase the wines that are made there.
Photo of Peggy's Cove appears courtesy of Destination Halifax/Nova Scotia Tourism, Culture and Heritage/W. Hayes.


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Polyhydramnios increases the risk of:
Severe polyhydramnios may be treated with medicine, such as
indomethacin. Excess fluid is sometimes removed through a needle that is
inserted through the mother's abdomen into the amniotic sac
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04 Oct Our Creative Community Exhibit
Posted at 20:48h in Events, Hamilton County Events, Nickel Plate Arts Partners
From Oct. 3 - Nov. 17, Mon - Fri., 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
At Noblesville City Hall, South Corridor
16 S 10th St, Noblesville, IN 46060
Kristi Rowe
Our Creative Community is an open call-out for Hamilton County artists to exhibit work that will be seen by the general public in the South Corridor of Noblesville's City Hall. The annual invitation is extended to the community by the HCAA to support and promote the talent of our local artists. Information, deadlines, and appropriate contact persons are included in the information on the HCAA website. Entrants are asked to fill out an application, but there is no fee for this opportunity.


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10 'Old-Ass Rappers' Lil Wayne Might Be Talking About On 'Roman's Revenge 2.0′
Rapper: Busta Rhymes
Age: 38
Is He The "Old-Ass Rapper" Lil Wayne Is Rapping About? Well, Wayne did pick a song that interpolates a Busta Rhymes' line from A Tribe Called Quest's "Scenario" to refer to old-ass rappers. So it'd be a clever move on his part to take a shot at Bus on this particular track. However, unless something went terribly wrong when Busta and Wayne got together to drop guest verses on the recent Chris Brown track, "Look At Me Now," we're gonna assume these two don't have any problems right now.


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Mexican Dia de los Muertos
Today is the Mexican Dia de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead! Since I am of Mexican descent, the Day of the Dead is something that I grew up with. I remember all of the vivid colors of the skeleton cookies, and the deliciously-sugary psychedelic skulls, and even though I didn't understand it too well as a young boy, what I loved the most about the day of the dead was helping my grandmother with the family altar-- an elaborate multi-tiered monstrosity-- which was meant to celebrate and honor the life of our deceased family members.
Of course, building an altar in honor of your deceased family members is not intrinsic to only Mexico, many different cultures practice this tradition-- so why not build an altar in honor of your ancestors today? It's easy, should take you around an hour, and you can customize it based on what you have on hand.
Here is a suggested list of what traditional Mexican Day of the Dead Altars contain:
- Table with colorful tablecloth
- A backdrop (usually an arch representing the transition to the afterlife, but you can improvise with a beautiful drape)
- Photos of your ancestors
- Candles
- Incense
- Food (Fruit and traditional Mexican pastries are the most popular)
- Flowers (I prefer fresh, but many use plastic)
- Sugary Skulls (difficult to find outside of diverse cities, but here is a link to make your own!)
Have fun with this project; perhaps this will inspire you to start a tradition with your own family.
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