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Every year National Nurses Week begins on May 6th, RN Recognition Day, and ends on Florence Nightingale's birthday, May 12, and as of 2003, National School Nurse Day is celebrated on the Wednesday within National Nurses Week.
If you are a health care provider or work with the elderly, it's important to understand the signs of elder abuse to help protect seniors. Making accusations about abuse is very serious and cannot be made abruptly or without thought. As a Health care worker, if you are unsure of the signs you are considering to be abuse, you should share your feelings with a professional or a supervisor.
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October Surprise?
Eric Braverman, yesterday (23 October), arrived at the Consulate of Russia in New York City and presented his "urgent and immediate" request for asylum on a visa application—as is "protocol/custom" because the Federation does not accept mail or electronic visa applications from residents of the continental United States.Crazy... and if true, damning.
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Foreign language credits are now more important than ever as they are now one of the requirements for entrance into universities. Many schools are now structuring their foreign language courses such that students are required to respond to audible questions versus the traditional multiple choice exam. Tutor Doctor of Raleigh can provide tutors to assist in foreign languages like French, Spanish, as well as a variety of other languages.
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The Albert M. Higley Co. served as Construction Manager at Risk in joint venture for the new three-story Cleveland School of the Arts High School. The first floor features a gymnasium, cafeteria, and music department functions, including a Black Box Theater. The second floor will house the dance, drama, and art studios. The third floor will house the science department, including biology and chemistry laboratories. The building design will accommodate the future expansion of a performing arts center. This building began construction in July 2013 and was completed in time for the start of the 2015-16 school year.
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Mom was assisted by Meeshka's mom in doing a talk on how to help us doggies in the event of an emergency. Mom discussed how to stock a pet first aid kit, how to learn more about our normal selves so the humans can help us to know if we are having a pupmergency, choking (that's Meeshka's mom demonstrating back blows for choking), allergic reaction, burns, and seizures. The talk concluded with Meeshka's mom telling everydoggy about GimpyDogs.
This is Maverick, MaPaw's newest foster.
This is me in the alumni parade....I got to be introduced with the Seniors. In my case, age and beauty go together. I was so proud to be representing MaPaw!
Remember Maximus?? His new name is Maximillion ( I do think the name fits...he seems to have struck it rich with his new family) and here he is with his new sister, Tasha (a MaPaw dog too). He was awfully interested in the goody bags and he looks very happy!!! Mom, Dad, and myself visited with him and his new sister and dad for a little while.
We couldn't have asked for a better weather or turn-out of doggies and their humans. One of the park rangers guesstimated we had about 200 doggies at the event throughout the day. The numbers for money raised are looking to be very astounding...and it will be bigger and better next year. My mom is already very excited for next year...me?...I need to rest up for next year. Good night to all!!!
Woo Woo, Kelsey Ann
BTW, Don't feel bad for Sky and the annoying one (Canyon), Dad told them they get to go to the Scottish-Irish festival next weekend.


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We all like to keep track of the latest skin tips, but for the most part they stay pretty consistent. We all know to keep hydrated and to avoid making facial contact with bacteria-infested objects, so we drink lots of water and try not to touch our faces. But we overlook some seemingly meaningless habits that are actually damaging our skin in the meantime. Here are some hidden skin-destroyers to look out for from now on.
Skipping Meals
If this is your preferred method of weight loss, cut it out now. You're depriving your skin of important vitamins and nutrients, as well as moisture to keep it hydrated and healthy. This will make your skin age faster and can lead to permanent damage. Make sure you're eating breakfast every morning and getting your vitamins daily.
As important as exfoliating is to overall skin health, it's the number one most-abused beauty practice out there. Over-exfoliation strips the skin of quite a bit of moisture and can lead to scarring if the lower layers of skin are exposed and torn. Keep your exfoliation to a minimum of three times a week.
Shower Head
We all know that hot showers are not necessarily good for hydrated skin, but your shower head could be the real problem. Especially if you've got hard water, your shower head is covered with a buildup of minerals and chemicals from the water. You're literally being showered with skin-irritating chemicals, so rinse off your shower head every now and again.
Cell Phone
Keep in mind all the potential problems you could be causing your skin by how much time you spend on your cell phone. You place your phone on foreign surfaces, take it in questionable environments, and of course keep it in your hands all day. Holding it up to your ear allows all of the bacteria roam around your face, so keep your chatting to a minimum.
You may be in a hurry in the mornings, but try to be more careful about controlling your hairspray mists. Hairspray contains a large volume of alcohol, which strips the skin and dries it out significantly. It also clogs your pores, causing blackheads along your hairline and jawline. Place a towel over your face while spraying, or take careful aim with your spritzer from now on.
Many of you may be pleased to hear this, but running can actually lead to irreversible skin damage. Particularly in more fatty areas such as the breasts or gluts, persistent bouncing from running and other jolty movements stretches the skin out. This reduces skin elasticity and creates flat areas and lines over time. Make sure you wear extremely supportive bras and tighter pants, or substitute walking in your exercise regime.
These are only a few of the unexpected habits that affect your skin negatively. Be extremely cautious about everything that makes contact with your skin. Chances are, your ticket to beautiful skin is simply by breaking a habit you didn't even realize was harmful.
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Monticello lies in the heart of Green County on State Highway 69. Located in the "driftless" area of Southwestern Wisconsin, the rolling hills, bluffs and valleys are breathtakingly beautiful. The landscape is dotted with farms, farm fields reflecting the imagery of quilts and wonderful communities.
Attractions in the Village of Monticello
Badger State Trail
A Unique Recreational Experience in Scenic Green County Wisconsin
Green County Vietnam War Memorial
A Tribute to Green County Men Who Died in Vietnam Between 1959-1975
Lake Montesian
Artesian Spring Fed Lake - Fishing & Picnic Area - Canoe & Kayaking
Montesian Gardens
Community Gardens Located in Community Park in Monticello Wisconsin
Monticello Area Historical Society Museum
Journey Into Monticello Wisconsin Rich History
Monticello Veterans Memorial
In Honor of Monticello Veterans of all Wars
New Glarus Woods State Park
Wisconsin State Park New Glarus Wisconsin
Northside Fried Cheese LLC
Breaded Cheese Curds Produced in Monticello Wisconsin
Silver Lewis Cheese
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Santa Makes Trial Run as West U Lights Tree
Santa Claus finally arrived in West University Place Monday night, on a trial run for Christmas, waving from a city firetruck as "snow" fell in chilly temperatures.
The annual Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony, held in front of the Community Building on Auden Street, was a festival of the sights and sounds of the holiday season.
There were cookies and hot chocolate, reindeer, a sleigh, singers and dancers and kids playing in the fake snow that came blowing out of a machine, with soapy-tasting flakes.
Babies, bundled up in their holiday finest, were joined by kids of all ages at the annual event.
The St. Andrews Presbyterian Church Praise Choir provided favorite songs of the season, as kids and parents danced.
Santa Claus huddled with children to hear their Christmas wishes, as proud parents took turns taking photos.
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HAPPY NEW YEAR to all my readers and followers.
As the sun set on 2016 and another magical Whitsunday evening brought the year to a suitable close, I sat ruminating on the current project, Book 4 in my Williams series which is occupying much time.
So it was a great thrill, and a confidence-boosting start to 2017 that on flicking through a weekend paper I read a pleasing review by prominent Townsville journalist and reviewer, Mary Vernon, of Book 3 MELTED WAX.
Thank you Mary for taking the time to read and review this work with a positive and pleasing review (and of course stimulating sales!)
The three books I've published to date – PAYBACK, PURI PURI and MELTED WAX – are available in printed copy directly from me via my website www.johnbellbooks.com or by download to your digital reader from Amazon www.amazon.com/author/johnbellbooks.
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When the neighbourhood kids come over, my house is jumping. There are little boys running up and down my stairs, playing hide and seek, building forts, playing chess, Monopoly and "Nothing" (an elaborate game Mustafa invented, copyright forthcoming), though I draw the line at indoor tag.
On weekends, when the "no-screens" rule is lifted, boys sprawl on my couch and argue about what to build in Minecraft, or what to watch next on Netflix.
Their shrieks and arguments ring loudly no matter where I hide. When it gets to be too much, I kick them outside, where they play basketball, soccer, badminton or ride bikes. They make homemade lemonade and drink it in the backyard, inhale freezies and popcorn, before returning to their elaborate games and squabbles.
Somehow, through no fault of my own, my house has become hangout central.
Advantage: I know where my kids are and what they are doing. Also, it's not eavesdropping if they're screaming at the top of their lungs.
Disadvantage: the children have invaded — resistance is futile.
Recently, my sons were in their room with two friends. After a rousing game of indoor volleyball (which I swiftly shut down) things got really, really quiet. Which made me really, really nervous.
I debate going upstairs to investigate. Pro: I'm pretty sure they're up to something nefarious. Con: but then the quiet will stop, and the Advil hasn't kicked in yet.
While I consider my options, they troop downstairs clutching paper and pen.
"We are going to write a novel!" all four boys announce. "There will be three volumes. The first book will be 300 pages, the last one 600 pages. After it gets published, we will make it into a movie."
"Awesome," I say.
They excitedly tell me the story (spoiler alert: there are four characters, all boys aged 12 and under, and after a lot of dramatic derring-do and double crossing, they save the universe). I listen without pointing out plot holes or lack of structure. If a meandering story without theme or character development doesn't bother Hollywood, who am I to criticize?
"You guys are so creative," I say. "Next time I'm going to teach you all about the plot graph," I can't help but add.
"Will you be happy when we get it published?" Ibrahim asks. "I think I'll buy a mansion with all my money."
I don't tell him what writers actually get paid.
"How much money will we get?" he asks. "A thousand dollars?" His eyes go round at the thought of three zeroes.
"Maybe," I say.
"Ten thousand dollars?"
"Do you think we'll get a million dollars?"
"It's possible," I say. I don't tell him that a million dollars won't even buy him a detached house in some parts of Toronto. Let the kid dream.
"How old was J.K Rowling when she published Harry Potter?"
"Probably in her 30s. But Gordon Korman wrote This Can't be Happening at Macdonald Hall when he was 12."
"Did he get paid a million dollars?"
"Why don't you finish the book first, and then we'll talk."
They open a Google doc, and are soon hard at work on their masterpiece. They write character sketches, and brainstorm plot by committee. The next day my sons rush to the laptop after breakfast, and start squabbling over dialogue.
I know their interest in creative writing is most likely a brief flirtation. But it's hard not to get excited. Maybe this will kickstart a lifelong interest in the arts. Perhaps they will appreciate the enormous amount of effort and hard work needed to complete a passion project. They might even thank me for all the books, grammar lessons and writing advice I've foisted on them over the years.
"We're so lucky to have a real writer helping us," Ibrahim says.
I preen. Finally, my sons recognize the real talent in the family! "Who do you mean sweetie?" I ask. I will graciously accept their praise, then offer to guide their craft.
"Me. I'm writing another book too. But this one will be even better," he says.
We're an incurably optimistic bunch, us writers. I guess you have to be, when you dream big.
Uzma Jalaluddin is a high school teacher in the York Region. She writes about parenting and other life adventures.
Uzma Jalaluddin is a high school teacher in the York Region. She writes about parenting and other life adventures.


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Connie has a rich heritage. Her parents and grandparents on both sides of her family were ministers. She'll be the first to tell you that heritage isn't enough! Knowing Jesus and serving Him with a passion has to be a personal choice.
She has founded two Bible Institutes and led short-term mission teams to more than 30 nations, with the faithful help of her husband. Her total passion is to teach the balanced principles of the Word…both here and abroad.
She is married to Jerry and they have one married daughter and two grandchildren. She has served her denomination and local church in full time ministry for 32 years. God has opened the doors for world-wide ministry. Teaching via Radio "…line upon line" is her joy.


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Following The Breakout In Gold Into Key Price Levels (GLD, IAU, PHYS, SGOL, DZZ)
Gold Prices: Why Have Gold Bugs Been So Wrong?
Precious Metals: Allocated Bullion Storage; Do You Really Own The Bullion? (GLD, SLV, IAU, PHYS, DZZ)
22 Gold ETFs: Investor Guide To Gold ETF Investing (GLD, IAU, SGOL, DGP, DZZ, DGZ, UGL, GLL, GDX, GDXJ)
Gold Prices: Commodities Are Wounded, But The Bull Market Is Far From Over (GLD, SLV, PHYS, IAU, GDXJ)
Gold Market Hysteria/Propaganda Approaches Wartime Pitch (GLD, IAU, DZZ, SLV, AGQ)
Gold Breaks 3-Month Rule For 1st Time In 11 Years (GLD, IAU, DZZ, UGL, SLV)
Adrian Ash: Last time gold fell for 3 months running was March 2001. And so...? IT HAD BECOME so rare, you could take its absence for granted to buy gold on the cheap.
Gold and Silver Enter Period Of Low Volatility and Disinterest (GLD, SLV, GDX, AGQ, ZSL, DZZ)
Marc Faber: Brace For "Massive Wealth Destruction" (GLD, SLV, UUP, IAU, UGL, SGOL, DZZ, UDN)
Dominique de Kevelioc de Bailleul: Reminiscent of the 1970s and the U.S. fiscal and monetary conditions which soared gold from $35 to $875 per ounce by Jan. 1980, Marc Faber, author of the Gloom Boom Doom Report warned investors of the dire implications of the world's central banks presently engaged in
Max Keiser Tipped Off To Gold's Next Major Move (GLD, IAU, SLV, UGL, DZZ, SGOL)
Dominique de Kevelioc de Bailleul: In a recent episode of the Keiser Report, Max Keiser's nose for bank fraud demonstrates, not only how the Fed and its 21 primary dealer network steal via insider trading throughout the U.S. central bank's 'Quantitative Easing (QE)' programs, but that record purchases of Agency


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McLaren-Mercedes MP4-23 Formula One racing car.
McLaren-Mercedes MP4-23 Formula One racing car.
The MP4-23 also won its maiden race, the Australian Grand Prix in March 2008. Vodafone McLaren-Mercedes won five more races in this season and finished second in the constructors' competition. Lewis Hamilton wrote racing history in this car, capturing the World Championship driver's title on the last bend of the last race after finishing the previous season as runner-up.
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- ITV Report
D-day for under-threat East Yorkshire schools
Education chiefs will meet later to decide the fate of three East Yorkshire primary schools which face closure.
Parents have held protests to prevent the closure of Dunswell, Langtoft and Gembling schools in the county.
East Riding Council say Dunswell Primary is financially viable, but 75 per cent of its 88 pupils come from outside the catchment area. They say £130,000 would be saved if the school was shut, which could be spent on other schools in the East Riding.
They claim the school catchment area could be easily accommodated in Woodmansey School which is two miles away.
If plans are given the go-ahead at a council cabinet meeting tonight, the schools could shut by July near year.
Previously the council have said the possible closures were due to changes in the way money was allocated by government.
The Department for Education said the changes would ensure a "fairer, simpler and more consistent funding system."
Under the new "national funding formula", which will start in April, all schools will get the same lump sum and will be able to apply for extra funding based on criteria such as the number of pupils with special needs and the levels of deprivation in the area.


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Expressive creativity from an impressive entry level DSLR.
Capture the everyday with Canon?s all new EOS 750D!
Packed with features, this superb entry level DLSR is perfect for budding photographers who want to capture life in all its magnificent detail. Utilising Canon?s exceptional 24.2MP APS-C CMOS sensor and DIG!C 6 image processor, you can create stunningly crisp and clear images that are vibrant with colour. Compact and solidly built, the EOS 750D features a 19-point all-cross type AF with three focusing area selection zones ? so you can always find the focus of your shot. Its Intelligent Viewfinder and touch panel offer intuitive, comfortable controls, while its vari-angle LCD monitor provides effortless low-angle, high-angle and self-portrait shooting options. Ready to get creative? Creative photographers and moviemakers will love its easy-to-change shooting modes ? with special scene modes, basic modes and creative modes ? its eight creative filters, and its movie mode with MP4 and light IPB recording. As for sharing? Sharing is a breeze, with built-in Wi-Fi and NFC capability.
Impressive Image QualityThe EOS 750D features a large 24.2 Megapixel CMOS sensor and DiG!C 6 image processor. This larger than life sensor enables incredible image quality even in low light situations. This means better detail, even at higher ISOs, with minimal noise and distortion and, thanks to the sensor's wide cell pitch, breathtaking dynamic range.
Variable Shooting AnglesShooting support is offered by the tilt LCD that makes it easy to shoot from various angles, and the touch panel that makes intuitive operations possible. Thus making it possible to shoot unique angles in a range of different situations.
Capture Every DetailThe newly developed 19 point cross-type AF covers a wide area of the screen, making it easier to focus on your desired area. The additional of Large Zone AF makes different AF area selection modes available, and when these are used, the multi-point AF system can be utilised to match the qualities of the subject, such as any single point for focusing on a still subject, or a speficied zone for? subjects with intense movement.?
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The EOS 750D is equipped with built-in Wi-Fi? technology for convenient sharing and transferring of your still images and video. You can easily post your images to social networking and media sites such as Facebook?, Twitter?, YouTube? and Flickr? or save them to your photo album to share anytime, anywhere. The camera can also connect directly to both iOS? and Android? devices*, and upload images via the free Canon CameraWindow app without a computer.
You can control the destination of your uploads to share with everyone or to selected groups, and even add comments. One-touch connection to your mobile device or computer is also made possible on the EOS 750D with the camera's dedicated Mobile Device Connect Button.
You can choose to transfer images to your smartphone or tablet for immediate sharing with the CameraWindow app, or to your computer on the same network with Image Sync to make saving and organizing your images easier. When the camera finds a linked computer on the same wireless network, images are sent directly to it.
Movie ModeBring your memories to life as you experience your videos on Full High Definition. The high quality resolution and MP4 audio recording will make your audience feel like they were there with you all along.
Get CreativeThe camera features creative presets making creating artistic photos even more fun. The camera captures the original composition and automatically produces and saves additional variations by using advanced Canon technologies to apply filter options based on the individual scene, subject and exposure. On the camera, over 8 filter choices are available and are grouped into Retro, Monochrome, Special and Natural categories to make exploring the world of artistic photography fun and easy. With this feature, the result is stunning artistic photos that are perfect for sharing.


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Jen Fritz and Mark Ringkob, Veishea, (515) 294-1026
Steve Sullivan, News Service, (515) 294-3720
AMES, Iowa -- Veishea, Iowa State University's annual spring celebration, turns 80 years old this year.
To commemorate the event, a Veishea historical sign will be installed on central campus during opening ceremonies.
Iowa State's annual showcase of the university and its student organizations will begin with opening ceremonies at noon on Friday, April 19, south of the campanile. This years Veishea theme is Celebrating Student Success.
The opening ceremonies speaker is Randall L. Wreghitt, Tony Award-winning Broadway producer. Wreghitt, a native of Clear Lake, received a journalism degree from Iowa State in 1978. He currently is producing an acclaimed Broadway production of Mary Zimmerman's Metamorphoses. He won a 2001 Tony Award for Best Revival for producing One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest starring Gary Sinese.
Taste of Veishea in ISU's campustown area will be open from 10 a.m. to 2 a.m. on Friday and Saturday. Taste of Veishea features entertainment and food vendors. Campustown also will be the location for Veisheas Battle of the Bands event on Friday from 2 p.m. to midnight at the corners of Welch and Chamberlain avenues. The competition will include 10 bands from around Ames.
There will be a pancake breakfast on Saturday from 7 to 11 a.m. south of the campanile. The cost is $5.
The Veishea parade will begin winding its way through campus at 10:40 a.m. on Saturday. Gregory Geoffroy, president of Iowa State, will be grand marshal of the parade. Wreghitt will be the parade marshal. The parade has 100 floats, bands and other entries this year. KCCI will broadcast the parade.
Veishea 2002 will feature more than 75 open houses sponsored by student clubs and other organizations. They will be open Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
This year's Stars Over Veishea musical production is "Grease. Performances will be in Stephens Auditorium at 10 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Friday, 7:30 p.m. on Saturday and 2 p.m. on Sunday. Tickets are $6 for students, and $10-$15 for adults. Tickets are available at the Iowa State Center and Ticketmaster outlets.
Comedian and actor Jay Mohr will perform Friday at 8:30 p.m. in the Lied Recreation Center. Mohr appeared in Jerry Maguire and in the upcoming Simone, which stars Al Pacino. He hosts Mohr Sports on ESPN. He has made recent appearances on NFL this Morning, Saturday Night Live and as a host of MTVs Lip Service, which earned him an Espy Award. Advance tickets are $6 for students, $10 for non-students. Tickets at the door cost $15.
The band Soul Asylum and opening act Ultimate Fakebook will perform in the Lied Recreation Center on Thursday, April 18, from 9 p.m. to midnight. Advance tickets are $5. Tickets at the door cost $7.
Tickets for Mohr and Soul Asylum are available at the Iowa State Center box office or the Memorial Union. Special ticket policies apply to both events. Policies are available by contacting the Veishea office.
Veishea's traditional cherry pies will be on sale Friday from 9:30 a.m. to approximately 3 p.m. and Saturday from 9:30 a.m. until they are gone in room 16 of MacKay Hall. The pies cost $1 each. Thousands of cherry pies are sold during Veishea weekend.
Other Veishea 2002 events include:
-- The Cultural Festival and Cultural Stage, Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., central campus. The festival will feature different ISU clubs and organizations showcasing their cultures through performances and other activities.
-- The International Food Fair, Saturday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Great Hall of the Memorial Union. Various international student groups will sell food native to their respective countries.
-- Cy's Big Top, Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., central campus. Cy's Big Top will feature a variety of activities for children.
-- The Veishea Golf Classic at Veekner Golf Course from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Closing ceremonies will begin at 4 p.m. Sunday in the Sun Room of the Memorial Union. For more information, contact the Veishea office, (515) 294-1026;
Ames, Iowa 50011, (515) 294-4111
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Sarah Brown gets a running start.
Sarah Brown gets a running start.
She bends down to the ground and her hands hit the soft, green grass in the lot next to her Houma house. The rest of her body springs into action, flipping over and over as she makes her way from one end of the lot to the other.
She bursts into a fit of giggles when she lands on her feet. There's a lot of energy packed into this 10-year-old's body.
Sarah discovered a love for tumbling years ago during a sleepover with a friend who did cheerleading. As she watched her friend practice her routines, she decided it was something she'd like to try.
"She taught me how to do a back handspring," Sarah said. "So I did it and I thought 'Well, this is easy.' "
Before formal training Sarah would routinely be seen during recesses practicing routines on the St. Matthew's Episcopal School grounds.
After getting as far as she could self-taught, Sarah began taking tumbling classes once a week at La. Sports Gym in Houma. She learned how to do a round-off back tuck — a back flip with a running start — on her first day.
She said her coach, Rusty Talbot, was impressed with what she'd learned on her own.
"He said he was so amazed by what I could do," she said.
Rusty said Sarah has progressed quickly since she started tumbling at the gym a year-and-a-half ago.
"She just showed so much talent," he said. "It's her passion for the sport combined with natural talent."
And she always wants to improve her skills, Rusty said.
"She comes in and she's just got a smile from ear to ear," he said. "All she talks about is what she can do better and how she can get it right."
Though she's got nearly a dozen tricks down pat, Sarah wants more.
"There are so many other things I need to learn," she said.
Sarah goes to the gym three days a week for a couple of hours each day. Her mom, Sonda Brown, said she can't get enough.
"She loves it," Sonda said. "She would go five days a week if we let her."
After she'd been tumbling at the gym for a while, Sarah wanted to join one of the gym's competitive all-star cheerleading teams.
The team, LA Sensations, requires members to attend multiple practices each week and several competitions throughout the year. Sarah's parents were apprehensive.
"She wanted to compete last year," Sonda said. "But we told her we didn't want her doing that just yet."
The 10-year-old proved that she could handle the responsibility by working hard at school and helping out around the house. Her parents decided she was ready for the team earlier this year.
"I told her as long as she keeps her grades up, she can do it," Sonda said. "She's very determined."
Sarah immediately qualified for the gym's most-skilled team. She's its youngest and smallest member, so she was chosen as a flyer — the person who is thrown into the air.
But Sarah isn't scared.
She practices on a small mat in the living room, coming dangerously close to the windows, walls and television.
She lets her teammates toss her high into the air and trusts that they'll catch her every time.
"She has no fear," Sonda said. "She'll keep going until she finally gets it right."
Her parents don't always feel the same way.
"It makes me so nervous when they throw her up in the air," Sonda said. "Sometimes I just can't watch."
But the fear washes away when they see their daughter doing what she loves. Sarah's dad, Gary Brown, said he can tell how much fun she has at practice each day.
"When you get her to that gym and she's walking inside, she just glows," he said. "It makes her so happy."
Her parents say they hope their daughter's talents will eventually earn her a college scholarship, but for Sarah, cheering and tumbling is all about the love of the sport.
"It's just fun for me," she said. "Cheerleading is my football."


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I'll be out all this week on a family trip to Turkey, so, TSIB will be officially on hiatus-mode until next week, Sept 5th. I'll be sure to drop a photo or two if I can grab some semi-reliable internet access over there.
Depending on her schedule, ever talented and brilliant Christina will be guestblogging here and being a powerhouse contender over at Dork and the Ivy.
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Our Christmas travels took us a couple of times up and down a road that I travelled every day until I was 15 or 16. It's the road between the two tiny towns or villages of Belle Mina and Mooresville. They're only a couple of miles apart, and roughly halfway between them was the school I attended through the 9th grade. It was called, imaginatively, Mooresville-Belle Mina. When I was in school there it was a wooden frame building with one room for each of the nine grades. At some point in the late '60s or early '70s a new brick building was erected, directly in front of the old one, between it and the road, and the old one was abandoned. Eventually the old one was torn down, and then the new one was abandoned, so there's nothing there now but an empty spot and some ugly ruins.
But I noticed on this trip a new bit of road just south of the old school site, running a bit to the east, and some sort of new construction at the end of it. So I had to go take a look, and this is what I found (you may need to look at the larger version to read the sign):
I think this lends credence to the idea that certain places attract certain kinds of people and activities.


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Over the 5-week break in the summer, I was lucky enough to have a concept art internship at Gearbox Software for an unannounced title. The internship was short but a lot of fun, and I emerged from it incredibly motivated. The art director kindly allowed me to put a couple of my concept works in my portfolio.
I spent most of the summer nights practicing gesture drawings and participating in forum challenges for fun. I focused on characters because I don't have many character concept pieces.
I found myself working better if I spend a little time up front and think about the scenes and emotions of my character.
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Hanro Response: I sympathize with someone who is allergic to synthetic products. It definitely makes it more challenging to find a bra without some type of elastane fiber.
One suggestion I would make is to try the new Hanro Cotton Seamless Soft Cup Bra 1632 . This is a 100% mercerized cotton, and could make wearing bras more comfortable.
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Putting 'Object' in OOCSS since 2011
~ What ya say we just call it OOLESS?
~ What ya say we just call it OOLESS?
Axle is not a CSS framework, but is more of a process in which to develop visual assets. The real power behind Axle is to develop your UI solution in an abstract environment from the application.
If you like OOCSS and crave real semantic markup, you will LOVE AXLE!
@anotheruiguy nice! Maybe I can use this on my next project.
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The PPC T15BR is a WES7 panel PC ideal for extreme industrial environments.
(PRWEB) July 23, 2014
Proven to the extremes
The rugged PPC T15BR is certified by major classification societies for hazardous environments (UL, IECEx, ATEX) as well as to marine classification societies (ABS, DNV, GL, LR, KR). The rugged panel PC is designed for an operating temperature of -30 to 70°C and conforms to NEMA 4X and IP66 standards.
The design of the panel PC and the wide range of certificates ensures reliable HMI operation in challenging environments of industries such as oil & gas, power generation, marine, off-shore, mining, water/wastewater, agriculture & food production, pulp & paper, etc.
The Windows® Embedded Standard 7 (WES7) runtime environment provides a perfect platform to load industrial software applications on the PPC T15BR.
See: http://beijerinc.com/product/industrial/ppc-t15br.php
- Rugged basic performance panel PC designed for Windows applications
- Windows® Embedded Standard 7 runtime environment for intelligent industrial systems
- Bright 15.4", 1280 × 800 pixel, LED lighted, TFT color display, 1,000 cd/m2 sunlight readable for outdoor deployment in bright conditions
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Beijer Electronics is a fast growing technology company with extensive experience of industrial automation and data communication. The company develops and markets competitive products and solutions that focus on the user. Since its start-up in 1981, Beijer Electronics has evolved into a multinational group present in over 20 countries with sales of $204.4 million in 2013. The company is listed on the NASDAQ OMX Nordic Stockholm Small Cap list under the ticker BELE.
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Mark Brender
Executive Director, GeoEye Foundation
Mark Brender is the executive director of the GeoEye Foundation and manages all facets of the foundation's affairs. He has held this position since GeoEye established its foundation in March 2007. From January 2006 until October 2010, he also served as the vice president of Communications for GeoEye.
Prior to joining GeoEye in January 2006, he was the vice president of Communications and Washington Operations at Space Imaging.
Mr. Brender has more than 25 years of experience in public affairs, broadcast journalism, government relations, business and the military.
In 1998, prior to joining Space Imaging, Mr. Brender was a broadcast journalist for ABC News, spending 16 years at the network as an assignment editor, national security editorial producer and radio correspondent. Before his ABC career, he served in the U.S. Navy as a public affairs officer and is a retired Naval Reserve commander. As a naval officer, he also served as a White House Military Social Aide to the President of the United States.
Mr. Brender began writing and speaking about high-resolution commercial Earth observation as early as 1985 when he established the Radio and Television News Directors Association (RTNDA) Remote Sensing Task Force. The task force helped clear the way for high-resolution imagery to move from the defense and intelligence sector to the commercial sector.
Mr. Brender has an undergraduate degree from Miami University in Ohio and a Master's degree in Public Relations from the School of Business at American University in Washington, D.C. He serves on the Board of Advisors of Virginia-based Thermopylae Science & Technology and California-based Tomnod, Inc.
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Nancy Colleton
President, Institute for Global Environmental Strategies
Ms. Nancy Colleton is an internationally known and respected leader in advancing environmental information capabilities and services—primarily Earth observations—and highlighting its critical role in responding to global challenges such as climate change. As President of the Institute for Global Environmental Strategies (IGES), a non-profit, 501(c)3 organization located in Arlington, Virginia, Ms. Colleton spearheads a wide variety of communication, education, outreach and policy activities.
In addition to serving on the GeoEye Foundation Board of Directors, Ms. Colleton leads the Alliance for Earth Observations—an informal confederation of industry, academic, and nongovernmental organizations that promotes the private sector's involvement in the development, use, and integration of Earth observations; is a member, Strategic Directions for the Geographical Sciences in the Next Decade, National Research Council; co-chairs the Environmental Information Services Working Group (EISWG) of the NOAA Science Advisory Board (SAB); and is the Deputy Chair at International Union for Conservation of Nature's (IUCN) Commission on Education and Communication (CEC).
Michele R. WeslanderQuaid
Chief Technology Officer, Google (Federal)
Ms. WeslanderQuaid is the Chief Technology Officer (Federal) and an innovation evangelist for Google. Throughout her career, Ms. WeslanderQuaid has taken on the challenge of creating start ups and transforming existing businesses in both industry and government. Through her successes, she has been recognized and sought after as a leader of change and innovation. Prior to joining Google on 4 April 2011, Ms. WeslanderQuaid's work experience included nearly 20 years in the national security community, to include over a decade in industry as an Image Scientist and Chief Engineer, before being asked to join the US Government in 2002 in various transformational roles to include CTO, CIO, and other senior executive positions.
Ms. WeslanderQuaid earned a B.S. in Physics and Engineering Science with honors from Seattle Pacific University, and a M.S. in Optics from the University of Rochester. She is a graduate of Harvard University's Kennedy School of Government program for Senior Managers in Government and a Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff CAPSTONE Fellow. In 2001, she was awarded the National Intelligence Meritorious Unit Citation for her collaborative efforts on a multi-agency and military team, and in 2005 she was personally awarded the NGA Meritorious Civilian Service Medal.
Dr. Thomas Snitch
President of Little Falls Associates, Inc.
Dr. Thomas Snitch is President of Little Falls Associates, Inc, a consulting firm specializing in solving complex scientific and technological challenges in Asia. Before starting LFA, he served as Senior Staff Director of The National Academy of Sciences. From 1981-87, Dr. Snitch was Senior Advisor for Nuclear and Weapons Control Policy at the U.S. Arms Control and Disarmament Agency.
Prior to joining ACDA, Dr. Snitch was Assistant Professor of International Politics and Director of U.S. Foreign Policy Programs at The America University. He holds a B.A. in Asian Studies from Bowling Green State University. He earned his M.A. and Ph.D. at The School of International Service at The American University in Washington, D.C.
Dr. Snitch is an Executive Officer of the UN's Wildlife Enforcement Monitoring System. In addition, he serves on the Board of the Asian Division at the U.S. Library of Congress, as an advisor on Asian Affairs at the National Defense University, and as a member of the Board of Visitors of the College of Computing, Mathematical and Natural Sciences at the University of Maryland.


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Joe Blanton continues to excel and prove his worth in the Phillies pitching rotation. In his latest outing on Sunday, Blanton threw 8 strong innings, striking out 6, while walking just 1 and surrendering 2 earned runs, improving his record to 7-4. This season in July, Joe is 3-0 over four starts with 22 K's, 5 walks and a 1.21 ERA.
Over his last 6 starts, Joe's ERA is 1.94. As a member of the Phillies, Blanton has a 3.84 ERA after the all star break with a 5-0 record. The Phillies are 20-12 (.625 winning percentage) in games that Blanton has started, since being acquired last July.
Combined this season against other National League playoff contenders St. Louis, Chicago and Los Angeles, Blanton has a combined 1.67 ERA in 4 starts with a 2-0 record.
Blanton is on such a sizzling run that the Bowling Green Hot Rods, a Tampa Bay Rays farm team, will host a Joe Blanton bobble head give away tomorrow. Bowling Green will host Joe's mother, father and sister for the event, as Joe's recent greatness apparently builds up his relatives' celebrity status. A guy really has to be some kind of special stud to have the team he beat in the World Series allow their affiliates to give away promotional items based on him...especially after they c-blocked that opponent's local affiliate from giving away promotional bobble heads based on their own franchise's players.
More July hotness...
Jimmy Rollins in July- 22 games, 4 HR, 18 RBI, .333 avg. (31-for-93), 1.003 OPS, 20 runs, 7 steals.
Shane Victorino in July- 22 games, 2 HR, 12 RBI, .402 avg. (37-for-92), 1.041 OPS, 20 runs, 4 steals.


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Tall and Sleek Workstation Tucks Away Desktop Tower
Another great find from Ikea's Swedish forum. The bar-style DIY workstation was made using MDF while the LCD screen was mounted on the wall using a Vesa mount. We love that Sundis' computer tower hides within the desk, hidden from plain sight. But what's the white dome thing on the floor next to the desk?
More photos after the jump...
JBL subwoofer sitting on the side, part of the JBL - Spot 2.1 Speaker System.
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SAN JOSE — Raffi Torres showed the Sharks during his short stint both the attributes that make him a valuable player and the negatives of his suspension-filled history that sidelined him for the final six games of the playoffs.
General manager Doug Wilson decided that the rewards outweighed the risks, signing Torres to a $6 million, three-year deal Thursday that prevents him becoming an unrestricted free agent July 5.
"Every player comes with some level of risk and obviously we're very comfortable with this," Wilson said. "He's really transformed and evolved his game. He's a very effective player. I won't comment and can't comment on the suspension in the playoffs. We think he brings all the skill sets we're looking for: speed, strength, he can shoot and he has a high skill level to play with high-end players."
Torres showed those skills almost immediately after coming over in a deadline deal from Phoenix on April 3. He had two goals and four assists in 11 regular season games and provided a needed spark with his speed and physical play that helped San Jose wrap up a playoff spot.
He then scored an overtime game-winner in Game 2 of first-round sweep against Vancouver and turned himself into a key component on the Sharks.
That all ended when he hit Los Angeles' Jarret Stoll in Game 1 of the second round against Los Angeles. Pointing to a long history of impermissible hits that included a 21-game suspension for a blow to the head of Chicago's Marian Hossa in the 2012 playoffs, NHL senior vice president of player safety Brendan Shanahan banned Torres for the rest of the second round. It was his fourth career suspension.
"I still feel like there wasn't anything wrong with that Stoll hit," Torres said. "At the end of the day, it's something that I'm always going to be working on until the day I'm done playing — thinking the game a little bit more and obviously try not to put myself in a vulnerable position with those borderline hits."


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The testimony of Anita Hill in the United States Senate Hearings on the Nomination of Clarence Thomas to the Supreme Court in October 1991 was significant in two ways: (1) for what it did and (2) for what it showed. What Hill's testimony did was to make sexual harassment an issue women and men across the United States--and much of the world--could no longer ignore, had to debate, had to confront. The hearings, because of Hill's testimony, forced sexual harassment onto the national agenda. What Hill's testimony and the conduct of the hearings around that testimony showed is the operation of what I shall call "the politics of difference," the structure that really rules America by dividing people into created differences of race, class, gender, age, sexual orientation.
In this essay, I want to talk, as a feminist about what Hill's testimony and the hearings did; but I want to put that discussion into the context of what they showed, which I am calling "the politics of difference." Thus, I first define the politics of difference. Then, I turn to what the testimony and hearings did, exploring why the public discussion of sexual harassment should be so important to the nation and the world--important no matter how you felt about Hill.
The Politics of Difference Defined
The politics of difference is a set of practices and ideologies that use the fundamental fact of human differences and similarities to divide unequally the wealth and power of the world. The politics of difference does this by determining what differences will matter and how they will count. For example , of any two people, it is possible to ask if they are more alike than different. Is it more important that two people are both blue-eyed or that one is a girl and one is a boy? Is it more important that they both require a term paper in the courses they teach or that one is heterosexual and the other is homosexual? Is it more important that they both are going to graduate school or that one is "white" and the other is "black"? I use quotation marks here to suggest how absolutely manufactured and artificial both these categories are. And I suggest to you that all categories are to a degree "made." The differences we ascribe to sexual orientation are based on one dimension only---the gender of the partner; but many dimensions would be possible--frequency, age, power relations, types of body contact preferred. The politics of difference makes some differences "truer" or more important than other differences. In the United States the differences that matter are those we can call "the chief vectors of oppression and privilege"--race, class, gender, age (Lengermann and Niebrugge-Brantley, 1995) . Try measuring yourself or others on these vectors--is it better to be an old man or an old woman? a black man or a white woman? a wealthy man or a wealthy woman? a wealthy black woman or a middle-income white man? a wealthy old black woman or a middle-income young white man? (How many wealthy old black women have there been in the United States? Remember that one proof of the power of these vectors is in one's ability to understand what constitutes "wealthy.")
If one looks at any pictures of the Hearings, looks at the Senate Judiciary Committee in October 1991, looks at the two key witnesses, Anita Hill and Clarence Thomas, one sees "the politics of difference" in action. The Senate Judiciary Committee in October 1991 is made up of 15 white, very wealthy, men. The attributes of whiteness, maleness, power and wealth are not accidental associations in American society; the oldest affirmative action program in this country is the so-called "old boys' club" that gives preference to white men from the right backgrounds--that is, from wealth or connections to wealth. The United States Senate remains today largely "a millionaire's club." The only working class person of significance in this proceeding may be Anita Hill's mother, there to give her daughter support.
But wait. What about the two key witnesses, Clarence Thomas and Anita Hill? Here you have two black people, both from very poor working class backgrounds. Doesn't that show something? Yes. It shows the subtlety with the politics of difference operates in the United States.
Clarence Thomas' nomination and Anita Hill's testimony and its consequences is an extended story of the ways those in power use and exploit difference. Race, class and gender are all there in Clarence Thomas' rise to this nomination and in Anita Hill's collision with him. Clarence Thomas's nomination was important to the ideology of the politics of difference because he could be packaged to represent one of the great lies those-in-power need those-without-power to believe: that the United States is a meritocracy, that the people running things are doing so because they are the best and the brightest, that it is what you know not who you know that matters.
Clarence Thomas was nominated because he could be depicted as "an African American Horatio Alger." (Horatio Alger is actually the author of a series of turn-of-the-century stories in which a poor boy makes good; but his name has come to be associated with the characters he created.) Thomas was born in Pin Point, Georgia, to desperately poor family. He unquestionably studied hard to go to college and Yale Law School and then into a government position as head of the Equal Opportunity Commission. His advancement in government was based certainly in part on his identification with the conservative Republican regime: "Thomas was already learning to profit from presenting himself as a witness to a conservative public from the world of 'real' African-Americans" (Stansell, 1992:261).
This presentation of self helped him get the nomination to the Supreme Court from the wealthy, white male U.S. President George Bush. Bush saw in Thomas a conservative spokesman whom he felt could not be opposed because of his race and his class background.
But then, from a feminist analysis, this picture changes if we introduce gender. The first issue of gender is not Anita Hill but Thomas' own sister, Emma Mae Martin. Emma Mae Martin's life has been very different from her brother's but her brother has not failed to capitalize on her life. Thomas used Emma Mae as an example of the kind of person welfare made dependent: "'She gets mad when the mailman is late with her welfare check'" was one of the stock lines he used to describe his only sister as he worked a public speakers circuit (cited in Stansell, 1992: 241). But as Christine Stansell (1992:261) recounts and various news reporters discovered the truth about Martin "was quite different." She finished high school in Pin Point, married, had three children and began to raise them alone after her husband left her. "While Thomas was attending Yale, she was working two minimum-wage jobs to support the family. When the aunt who raised them suffered a stroke, Martin quit her paid job to take care of her and went on welfare" (Stansell, 1992:261). Those four years were the only time on welfare in Martin's life of paid labor and family duties. In October 1991, she was working as a cook; she had for much of her life picked crabmeat. Martin had met the fate of many poor women. She had also met the family responsibilities society expects "the woman" to handle. Her brother had not had to interrupt his schooling to take care of the aunt.
Thomas was where he was for many reasons. His own effort was one. The efforts of his aunt and sister were another. The efforts of the millions of black Americans who made the Civil Rights Movement was another. The particular efforts of Thurgood Marshall, the Supreme Court Justice, he is nominated to succeed, are another: Marshall was the Justice who argued Brown vs. Board of Education in 1956. No matter what his abilities might be, might have been, Thomas under segregation would not have been a Supreme Court nominee. In an open letter to Thomas, African-American jurist Leon Higginbotham (1992:5) writes, "I know that you may not want to be burdened by the memory of their sacrifices. But I also know that you have no right to forget that history." The history that brought Thomas there was both personal and national--and political. The politics of difference saw him as the ideal candidate.
Gender then enters the picture again in the presence of Anita Hill. What is most striking first about the operation of the politics of difference is that Hill is not allowed to be seen as an "African American Horatio--Horatia--Alger." Yet her background reveals the same heritage of both hard work and opportunities opened by the sacrifices of others. But Hill was treated by the media powers in two ways because of her "intersectionality," as Kimberl, Crenshaw (1992:404) describes the combination of the vectors of oppression and privilege in Hill's life. Her gender was used to take away her status as a representative of her race who had succeeded; she became for all purposes "a white woman," that is a woman rather than an African American. Her race was used to cast doubt on the "sanctity" of her gender--"Black women," writes Crenshaw (1992:412-413) "[are] not expected to be chaste. . . . [M]en who assault black women are the least likely to receive jail time."
And then, finally, we saw the politics of difference operate in the way 15 wealthy, white men responded to the testimony of one middle-class black woman, in the way a wealthy white male U.S. President maneuvered to insure his nominee's success.
The ultimate proof of the politics of difference in operation is in the outcome: Clarence Thomas was confirmed and is today a Supreme Court Judge, who has said in a key ruling against affirmative action, "Government cannot make us equal" (Mauro and Lee, 1995:1A).
That is what the testimony and hearings showed. But they did something quite different and as important.
What the Testimony and Hearings Did
Anita Hill's testimony made sexual harassment an issue men and women had to confront and debate. So what? Why is this confrontation significant? The hearings forced the American people--and perhaps people around the world--to debate the meaning of practices so widespread as to seem to many "natural"--the natural way men and women related (e.g., Griffin, 1983). The battle over the meaning of these practices is really a battle about power in American society and in the world: power over one's own body, power over another's body, power to say what a gesture means, power to define what is reasonable and unreasonable, power to control public space, power to determine the terms of interaction. The battle lines are drawn typically but not exclusively along gender lines: men tend to define these practices one way, women another--although there are important exceptions.
About whether the specific events Anita Hill described did in fact occur there was much debate--discussed below in the conclusion. But about the fact that such practices did occur there was relatively little debate. Anita Hill was not seen as testifying about UFO's having taken her and Clarence Thomas into outer space. The practices Hill described concretely had been discussed by feminists for over a decade. In Sexual Harassment of Working Women (1979), Catherine MacKinnon, the legal scholar who most forcefully argued that sexual harassment was a case of sexual discrimination, described the practices in question: "examples include verbal suggestions or jokes, constant leering or ogling, brushing against your body 'accidentally,' a friendly pat, squeeze or arm against you, catching you alone for a quick kiss"(1-2). Thus, Hill's testimony fell within the range of human experience. Hill testified that Thomas kept asking her to go out, would not accept no, made references to "an individual who had a very large penis and . . . used a name . . . in pornographic material," asked her to see "this woman [who] has this kind of breasts that measure this size," etc. (Phelps and Winternitz, 1994: 314-315, citing testimony from hearings).
What the hearings did was place squarely before people the issue of the meaning of those practices. Part of the effect of Hill's testimony was that the setting and characters were both dramatic and symbolic: the United States Capitol; the United States Senate; the appointment of a Supreme Court Justice, a position one holds for life; the antagonists, an attractive African-American woman and "a black Horatio Alger," seemingly people who would forever give the lie to the charge that America is a racist society; the wealthy white men who made up the Senate Judiciary Committee--power, wealth, status in one room. All this was heightened by the presence of media, a presence which many would argue Americans now need to feel that an event is "real" (Baudrillard, 1988). The media coverage meant that people could not escape the issue. The setting in the Capitol meant that people, no matter how they deride politicians, had to accept that words like "penis" and "pubic hair" had suddenly entered the realms of public policy and national debate--for better or worse.
People responded in a variety of ways to being confronted with this issue of meaning. Some stuck very close to the case at hand and simply said they did not believe Anita Hill--a stance that would seem to imply that the practices were wrong but that people perhaps did not wish to confront just how wrong. Others said that Hill was making a mountain out of molehill, that this was just office banter, that she welcomed Thomas's advances--a stance that seems to imply that these practices are acceptable. Others felt Hill was telling the truth and that Thomas should not be confirmed--a stance that seems to say that these practices exist and they are wrong. Others saw the whole ordeal as the attempt to crucify a black man--a stance that suggests the practices are wrong but also shows the depth and complexity of the politics of difference. So what is the meaning of a friendly pat, a joke with sexual innuendo, a light brush of the arm?
The battle over meaning has been most frequently fought in court cases and in the media. The Hill testimony was a high moment in drama and symbolism. But if we look at one or two court cases, and consider a sample media portrayal, we can see the traditional meaning assigned to these practices and the way that assignment of meaning reflects power.
In the past, typically, and even today, frequently, the courts have upheld traditional meanings for these practices. What those meanings are can be inferred from two case examples.
In a 1990 Reston, Virginia case, a woman named Karen Kouri lost a suit of sexual harassment against her boss, James N. Todd of USLICO. Kouri was suing under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and said that Todd had threatened her with loss of promotion and that the emotional stress of the situation forced her to quit her job. The judge, James C. Cacheris, agreed that Todd has paid the attentions to Kouri that she claimed. Kouri claimed that Todd insisted on giving her expensive gifts, walking her to and from ladies room and to her car, taking her home one day when she got sick and entering her bedroom against her will, visiting her in the hospital and sitting on her bed there when she asked him not to, massaging her hands when she asked him not to, etc. But Cacheris said that, "Put simply, Todd's conduct would not have interfered with a reasonable person's work performance or created an intimidating, hostile or offensive working environment." Cacheris felt that Kouri had not protested to and against Todd with sufficient vigor and ruled that "The harassment in this case was not unwelcome" (Potts, 1990:C1-2).
This ruling suggests several traditional meanings: (1) women welcome such attentions--in the judge's own inimitable reasoning, "welcome harassment"; (2) conduct such as Todd's--the lavishing of attention and the demand for closeness--are not to be considered as "unreasonable," are within the norm; (3) if a woman is really upset, she will make a truly vigorous protest and will, apparently, not hesitate to quit her job.
Many of these same charges were, of course, made against Hill--that if she had really disliked what Thomas was doing so much, she would have quit her job; that her not quitting showed that she welcomed his attentions; that a reasonable person would not have been disturbed by these attentions. In Hill's case "the reasonable person" became again distorted by race; most viciously in an attack by a Harvard African-American sociologist named Orlando Patterson who charged in the October 21, 1991 New York Times that black women understood the kind of banter Thomas was engaging in with Hill and that Hill was simply pretending to be offended (see Crenshaw, 1992 for a devastating critique of Patterson).
The issue of meaning was directly at the center of a 1991 Canadian case. In the fall of 1987, the defendant in the case, Stephen Joseph McGraw, wrote letters to three cheerleaders of the Ottawa Rough Riders, a Canadian professional football team, describing sexual acts he wished to perform with them and saying "even if I have to rape you. Even if it takes me to the day I die." The facts, as in the Kouri case, were agreed upon in court. But the judge, Keith A. Flanigan of the Ottawa-Carleton District Court, sided with McGraw's attorney, that the letters were "immature and disgusting" but that "rape does not necessarily involve bodily harm." The case made its way to the Supreme Court of Canada, which unanimously found McGraw guilty of harassment. In reaching its decision, one of the seven judges (six men and one woman, a Mr. Peter Cory raised the question, "how would that wonderful fictitious legal character, the ordinary reasonable person understand the word 'rape.'" (Sallot, 1991:D3). Cory's question probes at the heart of the power issues surrounding sexual harassment and the definition of meaning. Within the realm of traditional meanings, the reasonable man is able to do certain things which the reasonable woman is not to take offense at, but is to enjoy or understand--if, indeed, "the reasonable person" of legal presumption is ever a woman.
Media portrayals also allow what could be seen as sexual harassment to be interpreted as flirtation, as the way men and women practice courtship. For instance, in the popular Harlequin romances marketed to women readers, one message is that it is through such acts of harassment that men express affection, "notice" a woman, and move toward love. In Betty Neels' An Old-Fashioned Girl, a housekeeper and her employer are snowed in and she is rummaging in cupboards to find supplies. He enters quietly and watches as she struggles backwards out of the cupboard. She is surprised to see him:
Now, clearly if the woman wishes the man to admire her, then it is not harassment--but here we have, as is so often the case in these romances, the woman uncertain. We also have the woman clearly subordinate to the man. And there is always a point in nearly every Betty Neels novel in which the man announces he shall now call the woman by her first name. These are harmless practices when agreed upon by both parties. But the novels repeatedly show that it is the man who determines the agreement, makes the proverbial "first move." The flirtation is always unequal. (See Radway, 1990.)
The problem with traditional meanings is that they send debilitating messages to women and anti-social messages to men. The traditional meaning of the practices being labeled as "sexual harassment" is that those practices are acceptable, normal, natural, are simply flirtation.
But for these practices to be acceptable, the woman involved has to accept a number of negative definitions about herself and her place in the world:
These are dangerous principles to teach any human being. The danger may be illustrated by analogy with a passage from a mystery by novelist Ruth Rendell:
By analogy, allowing men to engage in sexual harassment sends a more general social message: that they may violate other people's space, dignity, bodies; that they do not have to accept the independence of other people's minds, that they do indeed know better. If this seems extreme, consider the 1993 New York case of Michael Curcio, who, with some buddies, participated in the rape of an unconscious woman in a New York bar; Curcio, unrepentant and even angry, charged, "Well, what did she expect? This was a gang bang. Gang bangs have been going on since the turn of the century." He was only charged with a misdemeanor and fined $750 by the male judge (USA Today, 1993: 3A). In their study of convicted rapists, Diane Scully and Joseph Mauro report one typical kind of response of convicted rapists: "Rape was a feeling of total dominance" (1994:406) Countenancing the practice of sexual harassment as "normal" or "natural" makes acts of dominance generally seem "normal" or "natural." And the desire for dominance and control of another person does not necessarily stay limited to a desire to control women or a desire to sexually harass.
It is also interesting to note that in cases in which homosexuals are accused of "flirting" with heterosexuals and heterosexuals respond violently, the courts have shown little hesitation in deciding that the homosexual was guilty of harassment. "Homosexual panic" is the name for this legal defense in which a heterosexual who has killed or badly battered a homosexual may be found not guilty because the homosexual "started it" (Sedgwick, 1990).
Anita Hill's testimony was the most dramatic challenge in a long campaign against the traditional definition of practices of sexual harassment as just normal flirtation.
Feminists have been struggling for at least two decades to change the legal and public definition of "sexual harassment." Catherine MacKinnon in 1979 prefaced and concluded her description of the practices of sexual harassment with the fact that these actions are unwanted by the woman. The definition MacKinnon argued for then was:
Sexual harassment, most broadly defined, refers to the unwanted imposition of sexual requirements in the context of a relationship of unequal power. Central to the concept of power is the use of power derived from one social sphere to lever benefits or impose deprivations in another. The major dynamic is best expressed as the reciprocal enforcement of inequalities. When one is sexual, the other material, the cumulative sanction is potent. American society legitimizes male sexual dominance of women and employer's control of workers, although both forms of dominance have limits and exceptions. Sexual harassment of women in employment is particularly clear when male superiors on the job coercively initiated unwanted sexual advances to women employees; sexual pressures by male co-workers and customers, when condoned or encouraged by employers might also be included. . . . Most feminists would expand that definition to include harassment by male co-workers or fellow students and by the proverbial "man-in-the-street." Male power and male sexual dominance are so linked and so taken-for-granted that gender difference creates inequality in almost all situations. The woman employer walking to her car late at night with a male subordinate knows that he has the advantage of sexual dominance should he choose to use it and that while they are alone her employment position is of little worth; the female student learns the same thing with respect to fellow male students. When the male, as is often the case, is also the supervisor or teacher, the conflict is absolutely unequal.
Thus, sexual harassment may be defined as the unwanted sexual advances by one in a superior position--if we add the caveat that maleness is always granted superiority to femaleness.
That definition is correct but does not fully address the issues of power and meaning at the heart of the struggle over sexual harassment, at the heart of the Anita Hill testimony, at the heart of people's passionate and troubles responses to it. Agreeing to accept the idea that certain practices constitute sexual harassment is agreeing to accept certain ideas about power: (1) that men have more power than women; (2) that men should not have more power than woman; (3) that men and women should be equally empowered. These ideas are threatening. They threaten the system of gender and gender is one of the ways people know who they are. They threaten because they suggest that injustice can triumph, is triumphing right now everyday in the United States. And that fact in itself suggests that we, all of us, ought to do something about it.
The response to Anita Hill's testimony in October 1991 was a response to the possibility of injustice and inequality triumphing. In a brilliant analysis of media coverage of the hearings, Wahneema Lubiano (1992) shows how The New York Times in various ways tried to show the hearing process as fair and equal. She takes as one example the famous pictures run on October 12 of Anita Hill and Clarence Thomas each being sworn into testify. The pictures taken at face value, Lubiano interprets, suggest equality under the law. But in point of fact Anita Hill was one lone woman, whom the Senate Judiciary Committee had tried not to call to testify, matched against the power of the White House and the fifteen male Senators who became her judges--none of whom had probably ever been sexually harassed. And further, this was not about two black people who had risen to prominence but about the ways a white power establishment could try to manipulate the politics of difference. The Times pictures were meant to reassure the public that justice was working.
The public at first responded to the possibility of injustice by choosing not to believe Anita Hill; but over time, people have adjusted to the more terrible possibility--that she was and is telling the truth. Two Newsweek (1992) polls show the following change of opinion in answer to the question, "Do you think Anita Hill was sexually harassed by Justice Thomas, as she charged?" In October 1991, only 27% of the women polled believed Hill; in December 1992, 51% of the women polled believed Hill.
These differences can be explained in terms of numerous social science findings. People sometimes identify with the powerful oppressor because they are afraid and wish to believe that the person in power is not as bad as they fear (Adorno, et.al., 1950). People do not like to be confronted with cognitive dissonance, two ideas that cannot both be true; if Anita Hill told the truth, the United States Senate should not have confirmed Clarence Thomas but the United States Senate did confirm Clarence Thomas (Festinger, 1962). Americans do not like to define themselves as victims. Nearly every social science measure of "mental health" or "maturity" distinguishes between the healthy person who checks the response "I usually feel in charge of my life" and the neurotic who says "I have been a victim" (see for example, Claussen, 1991). But people are also capable of what social scientists call reflection. Reflection is the ability to look not at your action but at yourself doing the acting--that is, it is the ability to "stop and think" about how you feel or how you felt at a given moment as a given thing was happening to you. These changes in polls may show that many women reflected on their experiences and found that they could face and name them--they too had been sexually harassed. If you have been hit by a drunk driver, it is not a sign of good mental health to say, "It was my fault; I should not have been on the sidewalk at that moment; I am in charge of my life." Surely maturity is the ability to reflect honestly and to name when one is at fault and when one is a victim--and to know the difference. The changes in the polls, even the angry responses of the Senators who "grilled" her, show that what Anita Hill said resonated--it could not be "laughed out of court."
These changes are significant because they suggest that Anita Hill's action in"speaking truth to power" inspired other people, especially perhaps women, to speak truth to their own consciousness. It would seem that the cases of the Navy Tailhook scandal and the resignation of Robert Packwood from United States Senate, among many that have surfaced to national attention since Anita Hill testified, are proof that she was speaking truth to power. They are also proof that power is still overwhelmingly white and male and wealthy and will remain so unless those of us who are not all these things find a way to speak our own truth and have it heard.
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For decades, computer scientists have coasted on the momentum of Moore's law, confident that the steadily increasing number of transistors on a microchip would eventually solve all challenges. But as more and more experts predict the encroaching end of Moore's, much of the inherited computing wisdom of the past may soon expire as well.
The Texas Advanced Computing Center (TACC) at The University of Texas at Austin, Indiana University, and the Computation Institute today announced that Wrangler, a groundbreaking data analysis and management system, is now in early operations for the open science community. The design and implementation of Wrangler responds to developments in technology and research practice that are collectively referred to as Big Data or the Data Deluge, encompassing a variety of needs related to research data storage, analysis, and access in the sciences and engineering.
One hundred petabytes is a lot of data. To put the number in perspective, consider that all of the written works of humanity to date add up to only an estimated 50 petabytes. Yet sometime in the next few months, CI research center Globus will surpass 100 PB of scientific data transferred.
Data can make a difference in the world. With the right people, tools, and partnerships, non-profits and governments can use data to save lives, educate more children, reduce poverty and protect the Earth. But to realize this great potential means building a community that fuses a broad range of research disciplines, backgrounds, and talents to attack some of the world's most pressing issues with data.
Since opening last year, the Chicago Innovation Exchange has established several points of contact with the Computation Institute, supporting new businesses such as Maryellen Giger's Quantitative Insights and Mike Wilde's Parallel.works. With yesterday's announcement of the finalists for the spring round of the UChicago Innovation Fund, more CI/CIE partnerships may be on the horizon, as four of the six teams include at least one CI affiliate.
As science becomes a more global enterprise, the tethers that connect collaborations grow longer and more complex. At March's Accelerating International Collaboration and Science Through Connective Computation workshop, held at the University of Chicago Center in Delhi, CI scientists met with 20 scientists from across India to discuss computational solutions that could enable and accelerate international research partnerships.
With today's faster internet speeds and file-sharing services, many of us take data transfer for granted. But when files and datasets are measured in terabytes and petabytes instead of megabytes, many of the struggles of the past return: long waiting times, mid-transfer failures, and clunky interfaces.


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Cornucopia of Scenarios on the Table for Boys as Draft Looms
With the 2011 NFL Draft now less than 30 hours away, it's not difficult to envision Jerry Jones, a proverbial riverboat gambler on draft day, posted up in the "War Room" putting the last minute touches on the team's big board. Jones has to be as excited as ever for this year's draft, with the abundance of studs available across the board at Dallas' three biggest position needs (defensive back, offensive line, defensive line). Couple that with the fact that the Cowboys are in prime position to move around and make some deals at the #9 draft slot, and countless scenarios immediately become plausible. So, with the impending madness right around the corner, here is a "mock draft" of sorts to get the pre-draft excitement flowing.
Round 1, Pick 9
To me, there are three different scenarios that could take place when the Cowboys go on the clock at #9, largely depending on what players are still left on the board at that point.
The first and most simple scenario is the Cowboys standing pat at #9 and taking the best player available. Two players that immediately come to mind for the Cowboys at #9 are tackle Tyron Smith and cornerback Prince Amukamara. Either player would immediately fill major needs for the Boys, and would be expected to contribute from day one. In an unexpected turn of events, defensive lineman Nick Fairley could fall to Dallas at #9, in which case they would have to seriously consider calling his name as well.
The second and least likely scenario is that the Cowboys move up several spots to take a player that has fallen farther than expected. The most likely situation in which this scenario would occur in my mind would be Patrick Peterson falling to the San Francisco 49ers' slot at #7. If Peterson drops that far, I think it would be impossible for Jerry to not envision trading up to nab another playmaker like he did for Dez Bryant last year.
The third, and in my opinion, most likely scenario, is the Cowboys finding a trade partner at #9 and moving down several spots into the teens. Jerry has made it no secret that he has been in touch with several teams about moving into Dallas' #9 slot. The most likely trade partner for the Cowboys is the St. Louis Rams. The Rams covet Julio Jones, and it is highly unlikely that he makes it past the Washington Redskins at #10. In this scenario, the Cowboys would acquire St. Louis's #15 pick, likely an additional 2nd, and a 4th or a 5th round pick. At #15, it is hard to envision the Cowboys not taking an offensive lineman. They could still get the tackle they covet in Tyron Smith at #15, and I also think that guard Mike Pouncey would garner serious consideration here as well. In the event that the Cowboys decide against taking an offensive linemen at #15, defensive ends J.J. Watt and Cameron Jordan would seem to be legitimate picks as well.
Summary of scenarios
- Stand pat at #9
- Prince Amukamara
- Tyron Smith
- Trade up from #9
- Patrick Peterson
- Trade down from #9
- Tyron Smith
- Mike Pouncey
- J.J. Watt
- Cameron Jordan
Round 2, Pick 40
This selection for the Cowboys will probably be more simple and less complicated than round one. Depending on which of the three major needs (DB, OL, DL) they decide to address in the first round, Dallas will likely address one of the two remaining major needs in round two. This could also prove to be an exciting pick due to the fact that it is impossible to know which players with first round grades will slip into the second round. Two players that could fall out of the first round that would be absolute steals in the second round are cornerback Jimmy Smith and defensive lineman Cameron Heyward. Other players that will be targeted by the Cowboys in the second round are: Ras-I Dowling, Brandon Harris, Muhammad Wilkerson, Aaron Williams, Rahim Moore, and Martez Wilson.
Potential Picks
- Jimmy Smith – Cornerback, Colorado
- Ras-I Dowling – Cornerback, Virginia
- Brandon Harris – Cornerback, Miami
- Cameron Heyward – Defensive End, Ohio State
- Muhammad Wilkerson – Defensive End, Temple
- Aaron Williams – Safety, Texas
- Rahim Moore – Safety, UCLA
- Martez Wilson – Inside Linebacker, Illinois
Round 3, Pick 71
Like round two, the Cowboys' selection in round three will likely be the last of their three major needs (DB, OL, DL). Other players and positions could come into player however, depending on which players have dropped farther than where they were originally projected to go. Because of the potential of higher rated players still being available in round three, the Cowboys could call the name of a player who previously may not have been on the radar. My favorite potential pick here is Penn State guard/center Stefen Wisniewski. With an NFL pedigree, Wisniewski would bring youth and versatility to an aging interior line who's skills are quickly diminishing.
Potential Picks
- Stefen Wisniewski – Guard/Center, Penn State
- Phil Taylor – Noseguard, Baylor
- Christian Ballard – Defensive End, Iowa
- Rodney Hudson – Guard/Center, Florida State
- Marcus Cannon – Guard, TCU
- Quinton Carter – Safety, Oklahoma
Round 4, Pick 110
With the top three picks hopefully addressing the top three needs of the Cowboys, value and potential starts to become the focus in round four. As we've seen in the past few years, the Cowboys have hit on several key players in round four (Bradie James, Marion Barber, Chris Canty, Doug Free, and Tashard Choice). This year should be no different, with the Cowboys attempting to draft a player with good value and skill with pick #110. One player that I like with this pick is Oklahoma State running back Kendall Hunter. While running back is not an immediate need, there is no telling what the future of Marion Barber is once player transactions resume. In the case that he is traded or released, running back depth becomes an immediate need. Hunter was highly productive in college and would provide fantastic value at pick #110.
Potential Picks
- Kendall Hunter – Running Back, Oklahoma State
- Kelvin Sheppard – Inside Linebacker, LSU
- Quan Sturdivant – Inside Linebacker, North Carolina
- Nate Irving – Inside Linebacker, North Carolina State
- Edmund Gates – Wide Receiver, Abilene Christian
Round 5, Pick 143
Value and depth are the main focus in the later rounds, with every team looking to unearth gems and raw talent that could develop into potential starters. Small school prospects and special teams contributors tend to go in these rounds, as well as players who's stock has fallen significantly due to bad combine workouts, injury, or character. One name that I love here is Stanford fullback Owen Marecic. Marecic is just the kind of player Jason Garrett covets; a four year college player, high character, intelligent, versatile (played fullback and linebacker), and able to contribute immediately on special teams.
Potential Picks
- Owen Marecic – Fullback, Stanford
- Brandon Fusco – Guard/Center, Slippery Rock
- Ian Williams – Defensive Tackle, Notre Dame
- Cedric Thornton – Defensive Tackle, Southern Arkansas
- Joseph Barksdale – Guard, LSU
- John Moffitt – Guard, Wisconsin
- Jeremy Kerley – Wide Receiver, TCU
Round 6, Pick 176
Round 7, Pick 220
Round 7, Pick 252
No telling what kind of strategy, if any, exists in the last two rounds. Dallas will likely be looking for players that will provide depth at positions like offensive line and raw talent that could develop into contributors several years down the road. These are also the rounds in which hometown prospects are drafted as well.
Potential Picks
- Stevan Ridley – Running Back, LSU
- George Salas – Wide Receiver, Hawaii
- Kyle Hix – Tackle, Texas
- Jake Kirkpatrick – Center, TCU
- Wayne Daniels – Defensive End, TCU
- Greg Lloyd – Inside Linebacker, UConn
- Will Hill – Safety, Florida