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CreditSesame.com Review Scam Or Legit Site For Free Credit Scores?
Update: Credit Sesame now uses TransUnion data, more on that change can be found here.
Credit Sesame (CS) was launched in 2010 by Adrian Nazari and has received over 18 million dollars in start up funds from various venture capital firms. Their main selling points are that they offer free: credit scores, credit monitoring and alerts and analysis of your credit & loans. They don't require a credit card to sign up and accounts are automatically updated monthly (along with an updated credit score).
Is all of this too good to be true? Is Credit Sesame a scam? We signed up for their service to see what the truth really was.
- 1 Credit Sesame Credit Scores
- 2 Other Features
- 3 How Do They Make Money?
- 4 Is Credit Sesame Safe?
- 5 Our Verdict
- 6 Credit Sesame Contact Information
Credit Sesame Credit Scores
Are the scores really free?
With most credit monitoring services there is a free trial period and then you start being billed monthly once it finishes. Credit Sesame doesn't have a trial period, it starts off free and never stops being free. They don't require a credit card to sign up, so there is no way for them to charge you even if they wanted to start.
Are The Scores Accurate?
Credit sesame uses what is known as the Experian National Equivalency score. The score is accurate for what it is, but this is not the same score lenders look at when you make an application for a loan.
Lenders look at what is known as a FICO score, this is calculated differently to the score sesame provides and even has a different range (360-840 for sesame and 300-850 for FICO).
I decided to check my Equivalency score and my FICO score on the same day (and choosing an Experian FICO from myFICO.com as that's the credit bureau credit sesame uses) to see what the difference is between my two scores.
[Read: How To Get A Free FICO Score]
My Credit Sesame score was 833 (just 7 below the maximum, wow!)
My Experian FICO score was 821
That's a difference of 12 points and a lot closer than I thought it would be. Both put me into the excellent category, meaning I should be approved for all credit cards and offered the best interest rates.
We decided to do some additional research and trawled other blogs and message boards, in total we found 63 people that had both a credit sesame score and a FICO score publicly viewable. The average difference was 33 points. A difference of 33 points is massive and could easily put people into a different scoring category.
[Read: FICO Score Vs Experian National Equivalency Score]
How Is The Score Calculated?
Neither Experian or Credit Sesame publicly stated how the Equivalency score is calculated, only that it's extremely similar to the scoring algorithm FICO uses for their score. They do have a sector that says: "Key Factors Impacting Your Score", unfortunately mine just says "Congratulations, you have an excellent score".
This isn't very helpful to credit newbies with a good score who want to maintain or improve on their already good start.
[Read: How Is A FICO Score Calculated?]
Other Features
Goal Setting
It's possible to set goals and then receive advice on how to reach those goals. For example, I can choose "Increase my credit score" as a goal and then I'll be presented with advice on how to achieve this goal.
The advice given is fairly basic, but for credit newbies I can see this being useful. The main problem I have with their goal setting feature is that it's predominantly used as a way for Credit Sesame to unsuspecting customers. For example, one piece of advice they give is to check your credit reports for inaccuracies and then dispute these inaccuracies. Rather than informing consumers they have the right to a free credit report from each of the bureaus every year, they try to sell their customers an Experian report for $9.95.
To me this shows they are more concerned about making money than actually helping their users get into a better financial position.
Credit Monitoring
They also offer free credit monitoring of your Experian credit report. This will only notify you of major changes, such as a new application for credit being made or a debt being marked as delinquent.
It's useful to monitor your credit report, especially as it's a good way of catching identity theft early. It would be good if they also showed a complete credit report, but as they are constantly trying to sell these that's unlikely.
Identity Theft Protection
Credit Sesame recently announced that they now provide consumers with free identity theft insurance. Coverage is up to $50,000 in expenses. You can only claim expenses that are related to restoring your identity for example:
- Phone bills
- Lost wages (usually only up to a maximum of four weeks)
- Notary and certified mailing costs
- Postage
- Obtaining credit reports (this can be done for free through http://www.annualcreditreport.com)
You cannot claim loses due to identity theft (e.g fraudulent activity on your bank accounts or credit cards). They also give you free access to a live identity restoration specialists who will help you restore your identity.
How Do They Make Money?
CS makes money by showing tailored loans and credit cards to their members. When a member applies or is approved for one of these products they receive commission. They also make money through partnerships. For example they currently power mint.com's home loan tool and receive commission whenever a consumer signs up for a loan through that tool.
They also make additional money by selling access to your credit reports for $9.95. Users should remember that they legally have access to their credit reports (one from each bureau) once every twelve months. They can also get an additional two credit reports per year for free by signing up to Quizzle (no credit card required).
[Read: How to get your free credit reports]
Is Credit Sesame Safe?
Credit Sesame was founded by Adrian Nazari who also co-founded Financial Crossing, it's also been backed by two large venture capital firms, Inventus Capital & Menlo Ventures. Because of this and the following security certificates we believe the information that's stored on the Credit Sesame servers is secure.
Because they don't have access to your credit card, there is no way for them to charge you. So there is no risk of them sneaking in charges.
Will using credit sesame hurt my credit score?
No. When you use credit sesame they do a soft pull on your credit report, this is not used by any scoring algorithms to calculate your credit score and isn't something lenders consider when you apply for a new loan.
Our Verdict
The main reason to sign up to Credit Sesame is for the free credit score, unfortunately because this is a FAKO score that's not used by lenders there is little point in tracking and trying to improve it.
The additional features Sesame offers are designed to drive more revenue and profit for them, rather than actually helping consumers. Other credit monitoring providers are a better option for consumers as they either provide a score that lenders look at (Credit Karma) or a complete credit report (Quizzle).
In our opinion it's not worth signing up for Credit Sesame, but it doesn't cost anything and it's safe – so why not see for yourself?
Credit Sesame Contact Information
E-mail address
Phone number
- 1-800-881-6590
Social Media
Other inquiries and e-mail addresses can be found on the credit sesame contact us page.
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signed up for credit sesame and was a free member. I then decided okay so I signed for the 9.95 deal, account was charged and this didn't even link with my account with credit sesame. Highly disappointed.
Prefer Credit Karma by 10 folds.
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You guys are funny. I have an e-mail, you send 'ME' notices via e-mail. I respond via the same e-mail, I then inform YOU to terminate my service. YOU then wish to 'QUESTION' whether I am who I am. Had I asked to check on credit status, you guys would jump through hoops. I am
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Paid $31.90 for me and my husband to get the best membership and credit monitoring. My bank account was charged for the two accounts and we have not recieved any extra services. Ive called sent emails and cant get a call back or an email.. Credit sesame is a scam im completely disgusted with the company and its standards… credit karma is amazing i wish i would have found their website first
I had a situation where my former landlord put all these charges on my credit saying I damaged the apartment and I left early, none of which is true. I was also exploring the lawsuit option but in the meantime, I was not able to rent an apartment because of this and it destroyed my life. I didn't feel I had to pay for something I didn't do. they can neither validate nor show any proof of damages. I was informed a ethical hacker helps people in cleaning credit which I am so happy about. I tendered my problems to them and they removed all damaging info on my credit. It took them a couple of days to get my credit cleaned and it is such an amazing feeling to be finally free from all that problems I had. THIS IS CREDIT REPAIR SERVICE AT ITS BEST(contact details: youdoneedgreatcredit @gmail.com).
I gave my social security number to sesame credit and im worried it was a scam am I safe or no??? thank you if u can let me know asap thanks again
Also, be VERY AWARE FOLKS, I signed up with these folks to 'check the credit score', within a matter of a week and a half, I received bad news, creditors were on my trail, garnishes and the WHOLE nine. My advice:
Maybe you should have kept up on your payments or worked something out with the creditors. Ive had no problems with credit sesame and as a matter of fact i love it! I think its a great way to keep somewhat on track and stay in charge of your credit without the hassle of verifing your identity on credit karma.
Maybe pay your bills then, deadbeat. If you're that buried, you need to see a credit counselor, not an online gimmick.
I have used this site for years its free and helpful kind of. My score difference between them and the real Fico was huge 80 point difference though.
I have and micromanage my 3 scores via Myfico.com score monitoring, the absolute best 19.99 a month I spend. Though my experian score on myfico is 730 shy of excellent right now by 10pts, and CS gives me a 753, I find it to be leaps and bounds better than credit karma that list my Equifax at 620 when it is 709 on the fico 8, 700 on fico 6, even worse it lists my transunion as 640 when it's 744 on myfico landing me in the excellent or green, over 100pts difference, and a 89 pt variable difference in my EQ… Sadly before I knew how skewed this score was, also cap one score watch isn't worth even looking at either… I have amex platinum, citi prestige,Chase Marriott preferred,venture, quicksilver, discover it, Barclays arrival elite, Chase Amazon with a litany of retail cards Amazon, Brooks bros,Bloomingdale,Macy's,gap, tjx, Wal-Mart, men's warehouse etc that I got due to not having a legitimate score, I thought I needed to build credit, when I could've just applied for the aforementioned CCs instead, with just a few of the 13 retail cards, and 2 credit one cards that I'm stuck with as they are my oldest cards! The 20 a month to access the credit ctr, 3 scores as well as all other fico version for EQ&EX if serious about bldg credit, is the best monies by one can spend in this consumer's humble opinion… that being said, CS will if aanything flatter you, which is still dangerous, but PLEASE if you are tracking your credit via CK STOP! AND CHECK MY FICO, EVEN IF YOU JUST GET THE TRIAL MONTH, @ LEAST YOU WILL GET AACCURACY!
If you have a credit card, chances are you're paying unnecessarily for this "service". Many credit card companies now provide you with your up-to-date score, free. Check it out. Just sayin'.
Absolutely right Jewell
I've used Credit Sesame for years as a way to monitor credit usage & my credit score. I have normally ranged from the mid-to-high 700s (good to excellent). I pull all three credit reports each year because it's just smart to do so. I have had NO late pays or other derogatory marks on any of my reports. I refinanced my home recently to a better rate & rolled up a HELOC into the package. I lost a year in the process (was in year 19 of a 30-yr fixed rate conventional with no PMI) and refinanced to a 20-yr note. Not bad. My house even appraised well over where I thought it would, giving me equity which allowed me to avoid PMI on the refinanced note. Good deal.
All of a sudden I get an alert from Credit Sesame concerning my score, which had dropped precipitously to the low 600s! What?? I wasn't able to get into my profile & amend my home's value, so I shot them a note & asked them how to do this, only to be greeted by "suggested questions" from other subscribers who apparently have had this same experience.
So I went over to Capital One's site & pulled my credit score. 731. Just where I thought it should be.
I know what's going on. The credit bureaus are either silent partners, displayed partners, or owners of sites like these. They want you to pay for monitoring information which THEY gather on you. It's a scam. These sites also partner with lenders & get finders fees.
I have already sent a note to Credit Sesame telling them to get my info right, or I'm gone. No big loss to them, since I'm a "free" subscriber. Just an FYI -don't fall for the scam.
HOLLA! The woman SPEAKS THE TRUTH. Read my experience with Credit Sesame whydoncha? Finders fee…… Very interesting it was spoken of, my tangle with them is of the same substance.
Thanks Jewell, I'm going to spread the news about CS. My daughter told me to check it out but she's been sorely misinformed.
Just another FYI – Years ago in May/2001, my ss card was stolen. It was never recovered. Who knows where it went, but at the time I contacted all credit reporting agencies and asked for a lock to be put on my credit file. No new accounts or credit lines could be opened without me or anyone else having to jump thru hoops. Good deal & it remained in force for 7 yrs. May/2008, I was notified by the credit reporting agencies that the lock would be lifted. I informed them that my ss card was never recovered, so please reapply the lock for 7 yrs. They declined -they could lock for 90 days, but…….So I wrote them a letter informing them further that it's now on record that I have warned them about my particular vulnerability. It is THEY who gather this information on me (without my consent, mind you) and therefore it is THEIR responsibility to protect it in any way possible. And if they thought I would pay for them to gather this information on me, then leave me open to potential identity theft, they were out of their minds.
I am aware that credit reporting agencies keep separate databases. One for dignitaries (like elected officials) & wealthy people. And another for the rabble. If information is inaccurate on your file, WHOSE FAULT IS IT? Yours, or the agency gathering information on you without your consent? The squeaky wheel, folks. BE ONE. I have yet to have any issues with my credit reports. I have yet to be informed that there is no longer a lock on my file, so I assume there is one.
Be the squeaky wheel. Don't let these corporations push you around & get you to pay THEM for this information!
Amen fellow being. I'll take it even further, I agreed to a "credit score" with credit sesame and despite my NOT BEING HARRASSED by creditors for ……. YEARS! Within a months time a Marshall started garnishment on my wages, SOMEONE on their staff accepts a 'finders fee' for giving you up. BELIEVE THAT!
I had a mambership from this company but this company website was very slow and also i colud not to see my score do not pay to this company at all after pay the service noting costumer service o star
I first signed up for credit sesame about a month ago. I have never had a credit card before, and I don't think I've ever applied for one or even gotten a credit report before. So considering all of this was expecting not to have score at all, but after completing the sign up according to Credit Seseme my score was 710. I was surprised but also happy to know this. My daughter is the one who told me about the website, she also never had credit or anything like that (she is only 21) but when she signed up for the first time she found out her score was 680 she applied for one of the same credit cards Credit Seseme suggested just to see what would happen, and she got approved.
So I decided to try to apply for the same , just so I could start building my credit and use it for emergencies, * but when I logged into my Credit Seseme account today and first it told me my credit score was 0 (zero).!?
Than pressed the 'refresh my score' button and the page reload and my score changed to a 4. Has this ever happened to anyone before? There would be no reason for my score to drop that much it just doesn't make sense? If anyone has any information or advice to give meh would appreciate it! Thank you!
This info is wrong and misleading, not surprising since they are paid for sending people to Credit Sesame. CS did hard pull of my credit and lowered my score. Lies here. AVOID!
This site sucks. Keeps on saying it cant find my info…. I have no problems on Credit Karma. DON'T USE!!!
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Proper hydration before you exercise, monitoring your hydration status during exercise, and replacing fluid losses post-exercise are vital to ensuring your body has the fluids it needs to perform. Knowing how to approximate your fluid needs during workout, and recognizing the signs and symptoms of dehydration are vital to your athletic performance.
Just a decade ago, recommendations emphasized drinking as much as one could handle during exercise, however it is now recommended to replace at least 75% but not more than 100% of sweat losses. But don't depend on your thirst mechanism to tell you when and how much to drink. Thirst is a poor indicator of hydration status, as an athlete can lose over 1.5 L of body water before becoming thirsty.
Sweat rates vary amongst individuals, and sweat losses of 1 – 2% of body weight compromises physiologic function, and harms exercise performance. A loss of 3% of one's body weight increases the risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion, where losses of 5% or more of body weight can cause heat stroke and a trip to the medical tent or closest hospital.
Weigh yourself before and after exercise to monitor your fluid losses. As a guideline, the American Dietetic Association suggests 1 Litre/kg of body weight lost during exercise.
Hyponatremia is a potentially fatal condition of low blood sodium levels. This can happen during prolonged exercise if sodium levels are not properly replenished, with salty snacks or electrolyte sport drinks. It can also happen from drinking too much water, which effectively dilutes the sodium content of the blood. Sodium losses range from 2.25 – 3.4 g/L of sweat (which is equivalent to about ½ tsp of salt). Conditioned athletes may be more efficient with their sodium losses, however this varies from person to person.
• Research indicates that ingesting 20 – 50 mEq (0.5 – 1.2 g) of sodium/L is effective in preventing hyponatremia. This is equivalent to less than ¼ tsp of salt per liter of water.
Some drugs such as NSAIDS (aspirin, ibuprofen) or diuretics have been shown to alter kidney function, which may exacerbate the risk of hyponatremia during long duration events. Athletes should be aware of this increased risk, know the signs and symptoms, ensure that they are not limiting dietary salt intake when in training, and ensure proper rehydration strategies are in place.
Signs and Symptoms
The signs and symptoms of dehydration and hyponatremia are very similar, and if incorrectly diagnosed can be detrimental, possibly even causing death. For example, an athlete suffering from hyponatremia can easily be mistaken as dehydrated, and drinking water, as one would do to treat dehydration, will only exacerbate the problem. Water will dilute the blood, thereby further decreasing its concentration of sodium, and worsening the symptoms of hyponatremia.
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Symptoms and signs of dehydration can be minor, such as increased thirst, or severe and life-threatening, depending on the extent of the dehydration. Along with thirst, initial symptoms of dehydration include reduced urine output and darkening of the urine as it becomes more concentrated. If the condition progresses, other symptoms develop, including dry mouth, decreased perspiration, lightheadedness, muscle cramps, weakness, palpitations, and absent tear production by the eyes. The skin may feel cool and clammy. Confusion, organ failure, and coma leading to death eventually occur if dehydration is not corrected.ReplyDelete
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New this year is the Pontiac Power Week Classic Drive-In where cruisers can pull up to the designated area on Saginaw Street north of Lawrence where they can place food orders and have their orders brought to their cars without having to park off-site or get out. Detroit Roller Derby Girls will be on hand (and skates) to help with food delivery.
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CINCINNATI—According to the U.S. Fire Administration (USFA), almost 6,000 commercial kitchen fires are reported each year, resulting in an average of 75 injuries and $172 million in property damages. As commercial kitchen technologies and cooking techniques continue to advance, it's important for workers to be mindful of fire safety rules and regulations. In honor of Fire Prevention Week, observed Oct. 6-12, Cintas Corporation identified seven tips for kitchen fire prevention and safety.
"Commercial kitchen fires often start because employees have not been properly educated about fire safety and are not prepared to respond to an emergency," said John Amann, vice president, Cintas Fire Protection. "By teaming up with an expert provider and implementing strategies for preventing and reducing the impact of fires, organizations can maintain workplace safety and minimize risk of fire damage."
Tips for preventing and responding to commercial kitchen fires include:
Ensure proper coverage: Since every kitchen is different, it is critical that a certified fire protection provider assess your kitchen and ensure that each piece of equipment is covered by your fire suppression system. When new equipment is installed or equipment is moved, it is necessary to reevaluate your kitchen suppression system and ensure all hazards are covered. Automatic sprinkler systems and alarm systems are also critical in minimizing fire damage, and should be professionally inspected as required by code.
Keep your kitchen exhaust clean: Keep your kitchen exhaust vents clean with regular cleaning of kitchen exhaust systems. Grease and oil are detrimental to the performance of a kitchen system. Grease buildup can cause a kitchen roof to crack, swell, blister or deteriorate. The most serious consequence of rooftop grease is a catastrophic fire. However, it can lead to a variety of other problems, such as: roof leaks, expensive repairs, voided roof warranties, and unsafe work areas that violate Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Code.
Use appliances properly: Unplug electrical cords when an appliance is not in use and at the end of the workday. Cords and combustible or flammable items such as potholders, boxes and plastic utensils should be kept away from hot surfaces and water sources. Use only microwave-safe utensils and cookware in the microwave and utilize the kitchen hood to properly vent the kitchen.
Keep the right portable fire extinguisher nearby: An ordinary, multipurpose fire extinguisher is not appropriate for a kitchen setting. Be sure that your kitchen has a silver K-class fire extinguisher that is more suitable for the fire hazards present in commercial kitchens. Monthly inspections and annual maintenance from a licensed fire service provider are a must to ensure extinguishers are compliant with code and will operate as intended in an emergency.
Conduct hands-on training: It's not enough to have the right fire extinguisher or delay training until after a fire occurs. At least three employees should be trained to take on the role of first responders so that they can properly use extinguishers in the event of a fire. Safety training providers offer hands-on training with fire simulations and educate staff on fire extinguisher location, fire hazards, proper procedures and fire evacuation routes.
Keep appearances neat: Uniforms should fit appropriately and be worn correctly. This not only helps staff look professional, but prevents loose-fitting clothes or open jackets from coming into contact with an open flame or hot surface and catching fire. Additionally, workers should refrain from using flammable hair products and long hair should be pulled back and out of the way.
Leave your employees an out: Fires can happen even after all of the necessary preventative measures have been taken. Should your employees need to evacuate, emergency lights and exit signs will be critical in assisting them to the nearest safe exit. Emergency lights and exit signs require monthly checks and extensive annual inspections, so partner with a fire protection provider to ensure your lights are operational.
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1. India had lost a war against China in 1962
2. Pandit Nehru had died in 1964
3. Pakistan saw this as an opportune moment to strike against India
This battle is of significance largely due to the fact that it was the battle which turned the tide of the 1965 war towards India. Until this point, Pakistan had made significant territorial gains. However it was with this battle, one involving some amazing tactical moves on part of India, that boosted the morale of the Armed Forces to such an extent that by the time the ceasefire was implemented, Indian forces had reached Lahore.
Some important points to note are:
1. Pakistan in 1965 had a superior artillery as compared to India
2. Pakistan was at it's strongest in terms of military preparation and countrywide stability
3. India was still recovering from the military loss to China and the loss of one of it's greatest leader post Independence and a Prime Minister of 14 years
The Battle of Asal Uttar (also called the Battle of Khemkaran in some sources) was of particular interest to students of armored combat. This battle was the largest tank on tank combat in the generational period between World War Two and the Arab-Israeli Six Day War.
On September 10, 1965 three Indian armored regiments with 45 old American M4 Sherman tanks, 45 light French built AMX-13 tanks, and 45 British-built Centurion tanks were arrayed outside the village of Asal Uttar in the western Punjab province of India. These tanks had set up defensive positions in a "U" formation and were superbly camouflaged by tall un-harvested sugarcane stalks. The Indian force was assembled to attempt to stop the invading Pakistani armored drive. The Pakistani force contained no less than 300 of the new American M47 Patton tanks along with a few M24 Chaffee Tanks. The 46-ton Patton was considered one of the best and most modern designs of the time and included a 90mm main gun that outranged the Indian tanks. The Indian tanks were largely outgunned (the Shermans and AMX-13s only having 75mm main guns) as well as grossly outnumbered by a factor of no less than 2:1. Four inches (100mm) of steel armor plating on the Patton's made them proof to all but the most close range or lucky shots
Advancing into an Indian artillery barrage, the Pakistani armor fell into the Indian trap. Much like the Americans at the Battle of Bunker Hill the Indian gunners held fast until they could 'see the whites of their enemy's eyes". Opening fire from their camouflaged hiding places at ranges of as short as five hundred meters the smaller Indian tanks were able to penetrate the Pakistani Pattons from all angles and shortly set dozens on fire. The Pakistanis left the field in disarray, leaving almost a hundred tanks behind. The Indians lost 32 tanks but gained a powerful victory, which led to a stalemate and a ceasefire that ended the 1965 Indo-Pakistan War on September 22nd.
Another tactical victory was luring the Pakistani tanks into areas with soft soil which completely ruled out a quick retreat for their tanks.
The battle also witnessed the personal bravery of an Indian soldier Abdul Hamid being honoured with the Param Vir Chakra, India's highest military award, for having knocked out seven enemy tanks with a recoil-less gun.
Participating in the battle was a young Lt. Pervez Musharraf, in the Pakistani 1st Armored Division. He later became the president of the Pakistani state. Today the site of the battle is referred to as Patton Nagar (Patton City) after the large number of Patton tanks captured there.


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Issues you might think about when creating the plan for your livestock might include:
- Create a list of emergency telephone numbers, including those of your employees, neighbours, veterinarian, state veterinarian, poison control, local animal shelter, animal care and control, local Teagasc office, trailering resources.
- Include a contact person outside the farm. Make sure all this information is written down and that everyone in your family has a copy.
- Make sure every animal has durable and visible identification.
- Ensure that poultry have access to high areas in which to perch, if they are in a flood-prone area, as well as to food and clean water.
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- Remove all barbed wire and consider rerouting permanent fencing so that animals may move to high ground in a flood.
- Install a hand pump and obtain enough large containers to water your animals for at least a week (municipal water supplies and wells are often contaminated during a flood).
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- Secure or remove anything that could be floated and move about; make a habit of securing trailers, propane tanks and other large objects. If you have boats, feed troughs or other large containers, fill them with water. This prevents them from floating away and also gives you an additional supply of water.
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The move has left the bi-annual fashion event in chaos, with models being pulled from shows at the eleventh hour, outraging London-based model agencies. Some are now threatening to boycott London Fashion Week next season if the British Fashion Council does not reorganise the London schedule and intervene to prevent what they perceive as bullying tactics by both New York and Milan fashion weeks.
Gucci demanded that models fly to Milan on Saturday to meet creative director Frida Giannini to see if she would consider them for her show, ruling several girls out of appearing in London on the same day. Many were then expected to return on Sunday for a further round of casting, with the chosen few required to return on Monday for fittings for the show.
"I find it insulting that a designer like Frida thinks London is so insignificant that she would do that," said Carol White, founder of Premier Model Management. "Where's the camaraderie?"
A number of high profile shows at London Fashion Week have been affected, with Monday's hitlist including Todd Lynn, Erdem, Michael Van Der Ham, Temperley, Aquascutum and Louise Gray.
"It's been a total nightmare for us," a source from Todd Lynn said. "We lost 10 girls out of 19 we had confirmed. Girls didn't turn up to fittings and when we called their agencies to find out where they were, we were told, 'Sorry, they've gone to Milan'."
Many of the affected parties are blaming the British Fashion Council for the problems, accusing it of mismanaging the packed London show schedule and not standing up to the organisers behind New York and Milan fashion weeks.
"In New York, Paris and Milan, there are only two to three shows per day vying for the same models. On a day like Monday in London, you have 11 designers all fighting to get the same girls - and with shows packed back-to-back all over London, everyone loses," said Nick Burns from Star & Co casting agency, which was responsible for casting the Todd Lynn and PPQ shows.
"It's not the London agents' fault. With all the big money advertising work coming from New York, Milan and Paris, London has no power. We are seen as the poor relations.
"The upshot of all this will be that models will stop coming to London and decent designers will be forced to stop showing here because they can't get good enough girls."
"Historically, there have always been challenges regarding models in London," said Caroline Rush, chief executive of the British Fashion Council. "Many of the smaller businesses showing here do not have the resources to compete on price with the global fashion brands in, for example, Milan and Paris fashion weeks.
"Over the past year, we have invested time in developing direct relationships with model agencies to better understand their challenges and encourage them to send more internationally-recognised catwalk models to London. This season, the models at designers such as Jonathan Saunders, Erdem, Christopher Kane and Tom Ford have been of a global standard."


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Scrambled Eggs with Sausage and Cottage Cheese
- 2 smoked sausage links
- 2 medium eggs
- 1/4 cup red onion
- 1/4 cup Kemps Cottage Cheese
- 1 Tbsp fresh chive, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Slice sausage on the bias.
- Beat eggs in medium size bowl. Heat a nonstick skillet lightly coated with nonstick cooking spray.
- Once pan is hot, place the sausage in the pan. Cook until sausage begins to brown.
- Add the onion. Cook onion until tender and translucent.
- Add the egg mixture to the pan. Stir constantly until the eggs are fluffy and tender.
- Quickly fold in cottage cheese and chive, season with salt and pepper.
Serves 2
Serving suggestion: Great for breakfast, brunch or lunch.
Per Serving: 192 Calories; 13g Fat; 5g Saturated Fat; 14g Protein; 3g Carbohydrate; 232mg Cholesterol ; 48mg Calcium ; 498mg Sodium
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Pride in our Identities?
Pride in our Identities? Thursday 27 July 2017 at 18.30 pm
Identity is how you see yourself & how others see you. In Northern Ireland this is an ongoing source of conflict. As we struggle to move out of conflict into a shared pluralist future how do we:
Encourage and sustain a pluralist society which is open and welcoming to all? Celebrate our diverse identities? Build a shared sense of belonging?
Community Dialogue is a charitable organisation that empowers people through dialogue and training to address issues of division and exclusion. Our overall goal is to use dialogue as a mechanism that allows victims and survivors of conflict to deal with and address their past and to begin to respect and understand the views and past of others. Through this appreciation for the past we hope to ensure people most affected by conflict can begin to move forward to a peaceful society together.
The workshop will be an opportunity for a diverse range of people, both within the LGBT community and allies to explore and share various views on their identity and that of others.
Venue: Duncairn Centre for Culture and Arts, Duncairn Complex, Duncairn Avenue, Belfast
Date: 27th July
Time: 6.30 pm
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Maurice Rubik is a corrupt police officer who, by all rights, should be found guilty at his preliminary trial, but with the presiding judge, D'Estainq, also on the take, it looks as if conventional justice won't be served. Nonetheless, it looks like Rubik won't be able to escape justice of a different kind- Noir has been hired to kill both Rubik and D'Estainq.
Kirika and Mireille go after Rubik first, but when they reach their target, they find that he is already dead. Someone has not only beaten them to it, but also pulled off a very professional hit. Word on the street is that Noir did it, but do those rumours refer to Mireille and Kirika, or someone else using the codename Noir? Either way, Mireille and Kirika have been paid for Rubik's death, and there is still the matter of taking out D'Estainq.
There is indeed a new face in town, purple-haired Chloe, who has been sent by Altena, the mysterious woman who has been in the background of events since the very beginning. It seem likely that Chloe was the one who dispatched Rubik, and now she comes to D'Estainq's office- not to kill him, but to warn him that Noir will be coming.
Kirika and Mireille have reached their deadline- it is time to deal with D'Estainq. Their plan is to surprise him in the deserted computer room at the municipal building, but thanks to his early warning, D'Estainq has a few surprises for them. There are a number of police officers in the gallery of the room, and when Kirika and Mireille show themselves, they find themselves on the wrong ends of the officers' guns.
Chloe is also present in the shadows, following her own agenda. She surprises one officer, and pushes him off the balcony. The distraction gives Mireille and Kirika time to run for cover, narrowly avoiding the gunfire from the police officers. Blessed with the opportunity to collect their wits, Mireille and Kirika turn the tables on their would-be captors, and calmly take down all the police officers.
Meanwhile, Chloe confronts D'Estainq, reminding of her warning that Noir would get him; drawing a knife, she kills D'Estainq. The confrontation is over, but Mireille and Kirika would like some explanation- just who is this stranger? Chloe tells them that she is the "true Noir", and goes to leave. Mireille turns as if to stop her, only to find Chloe's knife pressed to her throat. True, Kirika has her gun trained on Chloe from behind, but does she really want to find out which of them is the fastest?
Kirika and Mireille have little choice- all they can do is watch as Chloe departs, leaving them with a whole new set of questions…


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Fully Licensed & Bonded
Some 200 years ago, Hong Kong's Aberdeen district was a haven
for pirates. Located on the southern shore of Hong Kong Island, it
is home to the Tanka boat people and has become a popular tourist
destination where visitors can experience on hand the traditional
lifestyle of boat dwellers and sample fresh seafood. Aberdeen is a
lively marina crammed with junks, sampans, water taxis (kai do),
cruisers and yachts. The fishing harbour is a wonderful way to
experience the activity of life on water. Tours along Aberdeen's
watery stretches can be enjoyed onboard one of the many sampans
offering half-hour trips around the harbour and the sensory
delights of Hong Kong cuisine can be experienced within the unique
environment of the famous Jumbo Floating Restaurant.
The unit of currency is the Hong Kong dollar (HKD); HK$1 is
divided into 100 cents. Major banks are open from 9am to 4:30pm
Monday to Friday, and 9am to 12:30pm on Saturday. Banks and
moneychangers charge commission as do hotels that provide exchange
services. All major credit cards are accepted and ATMs are widely
distributed. Some HSBC 'Electronic Money' machines provide 24-hour
cash withdrawal facilities for Visa and MasterCard holders.


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|Second Place Again | Phil Mickelson at the US Open
Categories: Latest News
Posted: June 17, 2013
by Ted Greenberg
Second place sounds pretty good. Until you've been there six times without clutching the trophy. Yesterday, golfer Phil Mickelson was one round away from finally lifting the US Open trophy. He headed into Sunday with the lead, but as he'd done five times before, he wound up being the runner-up (or the first loser). And, well, that sucks.
Sure, coming in second at the US Open, one of the four most important golf tournaments in the world, is a feat. And one that no one else has equaled. There's gotta be a lot of pride on Mickelson's part, but also a lot of regret. He's come so close that he could taste, smell, feel and sense victory in every way, yet he's never been the victor. Never hoisted the US Open trophy. And, no he must wonder if he will always be second place. At least at this tournament.
Second place is fine in the lottery or in a contest at a fair or perhaps at a spelling bee. Oh, no, we all want first place. To be the one standing alone at the top. The one with all the glory. All the money. All the acclaim.
Please note Lefty wasn't the only 2nd place contestant on Father's Day. Mary Margaret McCord of Alabama was the first runner-up in the Miss USA pageant, losing the crown to Miss Connecticut Erin Brady and some of the spotlight to Miss Utah's education answer guffaw.
Tags: 2nd place, phil mickelson, US Open


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Yangon Map Myanmar
Many visitors to Myanmar are surprised at the number of attractions that Yangon has to offer. These range from historical sites to stunning parks with picturesque lakes. Part of the city's unique charm is in its attempt to modernise while keeping a tight grip on its cultural heritage. The city is now a fusion of old and new with some sights dating back over 3000 years and other dating back just one.
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United is offering a 75% bonus offer when purchasing their miles through January 23, 2017. This is a targeted offer so you'll need to sign into your account to see what bonus offer you have received, although everyone will receive some offer. I personally was only offered a 50% bonus. It is also a tiered bonus, so based on your personal offer you'll only receive the maximum bonus if you purchase 25,000 or more miles.
If you happened to receive the 75% bonus offer and go all and purchase the maximum number of miles (100,000) that will ultimately get you 175,000 miles and will cost $3,762.50 USD with taxes included. That means you are purchasing miles at 2.15 cents per mile.
This is definitely not an offer where'd I'd speculatively purchase, especially since many folks were targeted for a 100% bonus offer back in late 2016. But, if you have an upcoming flight you are looking to book it is definitely worth to see if purchasing miles is cheaper than paying the lowest available rate. Also, this could be a good way to top off the number of miles required for an award ticket. You can purchase miles here.
Note: This transaction is from points.com so you will not receive bonus miles if using a credit card that gives a bonus for travel/airline purchases.


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The "DAY 2" World Tour continues MIYAVI's ambitious endeavors to showcase the raw power of guitar in an ever-changing music scape. The stage at El Rey Theatre, Los Angeles held no frills and only the essentials: a drum set, small platform stage, DJ booth, and mics, proving it is all that is necessary to rock an audience. A unified surge of energy flows through the crowd as the vocalists take their positions, and the DJ kicks off the opening riffs of Flashback. Applause and welcoming cries of excitement greet MIYAVI as he coolly saunters onto the stage. Sending a quick blessing into the sky above, MIYAVI strikes his iconic pose, leather jacket gleaming under the bright lights, and the dance party begins.
The collaborative nature of the "DAY 2" World Tour 2018 allows for a sharper focus on MIYAVI's guitar work. MIYAVI's set list flows rapidly and never lets up, especially as he jams with the audience to his new EP releases, So On It and In Crowd. Both of these songs feature the amazing talents of vocalist Seann Bowe, who has collaborated and toured with MIYAVI since the Firebird album. Another key player in MIYAVI's musical soundscape is DJ Jonny, who seamlessly takes charge of those robust beats and hooks. Long time drumming companion BOBO also lays the perfect rhythmic groundwork for MIYAVI to bob, weave, and slap his guitar freely to.
MIYAVI is fearless in his exploration of iconic music, via cover tracks like Ain't No Sunshine, and Humble, as he navigates through the melodies and responds to the vibes with his own signature flow. MIYAVI's guitar licks glide, swagger, and soar through a variety of musical genres, from electro to hip-hop, dance to pop, and everything in between. MIYAVI doesn't just "play" his guitar — he melds with it. Each note dances through him as much as they flow from his fingertips.
The connectivity of MIYAVI's music to the audience is further strengthened by his ideology. Behind the dazzling riffs and powerful stage presence beats the sincerity of a man who uses his instrument to communicate beyond borders.
"Music can't change the world right away," MIYAVI says to the audience, "but music can change people, and people can change the world."
The nods, claps, and yells of affirmation from the audience solidifies the warm, inclusive energy that MIYAVI exudes. It's during these breaks within the set list that we see the humanitarian who utilizes his music as a vessel for connecting hearts and minds around the world. MIYAVI's sense of humor shines as he commiserates over the shared frustrations of DMV lines and customer service as a Los Angeles resident. The sneak peek at the day-to-day life of MIYAVI is highly relatable and an endearing contrast to the "Samurai Guitarist" who rocked hard just moments before.
"I'm an immigrant, I moved to the States and … What I'm most proud of in this country is the diversity and acceptance ... different skin colors, races, cultures … I learned here that it's okay to be different. We are all different, but we can be one through music. We are all The Others," he concludes, leading into the song.
The Others speaks to the empowerment of diversity in the face of a volatile world. Followed up by the track Long Nights, with a message of hope and love through pain and struggles, really hits home with the diverse audience. MIYAVI continues to rock out the crowd with the uplifting tracks Firebird, and Dancing With My Fingers. MIYAVI plays to every side and corner of the stage; every bit of his energy feeding the audience, and it is enthusiastically answered in return. After leaving the audience on a high with the tracks Day 1 and Strong, the crowd doesn't leave a moment for breath before they are shouting for an encore.
At first MIYAVI takes the stage alone, refreshed and sporting a "DAY 2" tour shirt. Throughout the show, MIYAVI's eldest, Lovelie, rocked out in the sidelines and took the stage as his assistant. MIYAVI brought the microphone down to Lovelie, and all hearts were stolen with the sweetest message: "Thank you for coming!"
With Lovelie's prideful fist-punch into the air, a resounding "awww" from the audience solidifies this show as one of the sweetest MIYAVI concerts in existence. Highlighting his camaraderie and admiration, MIYAVI gives each of his band mates a loving introduction and fist bumps as they take the stage. Vocalist Heather Ogilvy was a recent addition from the European leg of the tour, yet it felt like she had been with the team all along. It is a testament to the synergy of the MIYAVI band and crew.
After welcoming his bandmates back to the stage, MIYAVI shares another day-in-the-life story regarding his recent activity as a safety monitor at his children's school.
"This past week, we have been doing cross guard, safety monitor…you know I've been doing Ambassador activities, (and) it's just as important as that. I really respect local supporters, community, because the children are going to make our future."
MIYAVI goes on to mention the names of some of the young women he's met or admires during his UNHCR work, all of whom are inspiring greater changes for the future. The gravitas of his speech prepares the audience for the poignancy of his cover of Youth of the Nation. Vocalists Heather and Seann beautifully set the tone, with their haunting vocals punctuating the tonal weeps of MIYAVI's guitar. The track invokes a collective silence over the audience, with an unshakable awareness of its relevancy to our turbulent times.
MIYAVI rounds out the atmosphere of unity with encore songs What a Wonderful World, Real?, and the always iconic What's My Name? (2017). By the end of the show, some audience members are just as drenched as MIYAVI, but their energy never waned. While the "Day 2" team takes their final bows and heads off stage, MIYAVI bounds over the edges of the stage to clap and touch hands with as many fans as he can. The fans gift him a large signed banner that he displays proudly.
Even as MIYAVI waves his last goodbyes, the crowd is reluctant to move. After being swept into the glorious maelstrom of a MIYAVI show, it's hard to come back to reality. MIYAVI harnesses an unbridled ecstasy through his performances that very few artists know how to channel or share so openly with an audience. In a time where music often takes a backseat to staged spectacles and trends, MIYAVI proves that an artists' authenticity, passion, and a meaningful message needs no additives.
Set list
01. Flashback
02. So On it
03. In Crowd
04. Bumps in the Night
05. Dim It
06. Ha!!!!!!!!!!!!
07. Ain't No Sunshine
08. Humble
09. Icon
10. Lemon
11. Epic Swing
12. The Others
13. Long Nights
14. Fire Bird
15. Dancing with My Fingers
16. Strong
17. Day 1
01. Youth of the Nation
02. What a Wonderful World
03. Real?
04. What's My Name? (2017)
MIYAVI "DAY 2" World Tour at The El Rey, Los Angeles
live report - 06.03.2018 20:01
The "DAY 2" World Tour 2018 continues MIYAVI's ambitious endeavors to showcase the raw power of guitar in an ever-changing music scape.
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Physician Business Grants
The Physician Business Grant program provides new family physicians establishing a full time fee-for-service, community based practice, a grant of $15,000.
The Physician Business Grant is intended to help new family physicians with the cost of establishing their practice, particularly with the implementation of an Electronic Medical Record System, in accordance with the Primary Health Care Framework for New Brunswick.
New fee-for-service family physicians who establish a full time community based practice are eligible for a $15,000 Business grant.
Recipients of the Business grant are required to practice in the province for 1 year. If the Business Grant is provided in addition to a Bursary or a Location Grant that has previously been allocated, the Return of Service period is extended by one (1) additional year.
Physicians relocating from one region to another are not eligible for this grant.
Physicians who have previously practiced in New Brunswick must have moved out-of-province permanently for a minimum of one year before being considered for a Business grant. However, physicians are not eligible to receive the Business grant more than once during their career even if they have moved out of the province for one year or more.
Physicians are required to sign a one year return-of-service agreement with the respective RHA and establish a full time, fee-for-service community based practice within 6 months of receiving the grant.
Recipients of the grant are also obligated to take patients from the orphan patient registry when applicable.
Grants can be provided up to 90 days prior to the official start date.
The Regional Health Authorities will submit the grant request on your behalf, once you have signed a return-of-service agreement and have met the eligibility criteria. For all requests, approval is required from the Department prior to offering a grant.
A maximum number of grants is determined annually and is based on the budget allocation of the program.
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Guantanamo inmate's lawyers want Australian review
CANBERRA, July 4 (Reuters) Lawyers for Australian Guantanamo Bay inmate David Hicks asked the Australian government today to formally review his case after the US Supreme Court ruled planned military trials were illegal.
Hicks' lawyer David McLeod made his plea during a meeting lasting almost an hour with Australian Foreign Minister Alexander Downer, saying that Hicks was now being detained without charge as a result of the US court's decision.
Downer said the United States was considering how to proceed following last Thursday's ruling, but Australia still wanted Hicks to face a civilian trial or military court martial in the United States.
''We want those people in Guantanamo Bay, who have had charges brought against them, we want them to face justice,'' Downer told reporters in Adelaide.
Hicks, who has been in detention in Guantanamo Bay for four-and-a-half years, had pleaded not guilty to attempted murder, aiding the enemy and conspiracy, and was one of the first detainees scheduled to face a military trial.
McLeod said he had asked Downer to seek Hicks' release.
''I indicated to him that in my opinion the charges were no longer in existence and that David Hicks was now simply a detainee,'' McLeod told reporters.
Australia had supported the U.S. military commission trials and did not seek Hicks' release because he could not have been charged in Australia. But Australia said Hicks could serve his prison sentence at home if he is convicted.


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Tries And Wildcards
One nice bit of search query functionality, particularly in boolean systems, is the wildcard match. If you aren't sure whether the title you're trying to remember contains the word academy, academic, academically, or academics then you might be well served by trying all four: academ*.
Simple Search: Phrases
In an earlier post we looked at a simple search system that could handle straightforward boolean combinations of words in a query. Much of the time we can treat even 'natural' searches like that, assuming that a search like php information retrieval is "look for any document containing the words php AND information AND retrieval", but sometimes the user is searching for that specific phrase in that specific order.
Simple Search: The Vector Space Model
One of the issues with the boolean search model is that results are unranked - every matching document for a query contains all of the terms in that query, and there's no real way of saying which are 'better'. However, if we could weight the terms in a document based on how representative they were of the document as a whole, we could order our results by the ones that were the best match for the query. This is the idea that forms the basis for the vector space model.
K-Means Clustering
My friend Vincenzo recently posted up a review of academic work on clustering that he compiled while working at the University of Naples. It's worth a look if you're interested in the field, going from the basic methods all the way up to the latest techniques like Support Vector Clustering (which I believe you can read about in Enzo's masters thesis).
Taking a string and separating it into tokens is one of those smaller problems in search that seems initially simple - split on spaces - but can quickly become overwhelmed with edge cases. Ignoring the problem of other languages, some of which don't even necessarily use a space, the exceptions tend to fall into two categories, punctuation related and normalisation.


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POSTED BY Sarah Green ON 12:43 pm, July 8, 2008 - POSTED IN Fantasy Spin
This was a week of hot, UmpBump-on-UmpBump action in our fantasy league. Sarah and Paul went head-to-head, as did Coley and Alejandro. Who won and who lost? And will the tensions destroy UmpBump as we know it?
Sarah: I lost 6-3 to Paul this week after leading 10-2 as late as Thursday. Many of our categories were close:
And yet my team is sinking like a stone in our standings. I feel alone and confused. Hot: Roy Oswalt, Matt Cain, Johnny Cueto (my pitching! finally!), Russell Martin, Xavier Nady, James Loney, J.D. Drew, Matt Kemp, Troy Glaus. Not: the Fates.
Paul:The "smack talk" quote from my Yahoo avatar was stuck on "Things are not going well" since the middle of last week. And they really weren't. So I was very surprised to see that my team had actually come back from the depths to kick some Massachusetts butt. Yes, ElDuequesInjuryReport defeated Sarah's Somerville Green Sox by a score of 6-3-2, but in her defense, it was a lot closer than that. In fact, both our teams had great offensive weeks that probably would have kicked the snot out of most other teams in any given week. It just so happened that we played each other while it was happening. Ain't baseball grand? But there just haven't been many weeks when Jhonny Peralta has produced so it was nice to take advantage of it. But the real superstar for the week was Matt Holliday who posted great numbers across the board (8 runs, 3 HRs, 10 RBIs, 3SBs, 22 TBs and .500 OBP).That's just ridonculous. Hot: Geovany Soto, Brian Roberts, David Wright, Jhonny Peralta, Matt Holliday. Not: Kosuke Fukudome, Scott Kazmir.
Coley: My fantasy team lost. But on the plus side, that was probably just because I was too busy proposing to my girlfriend. Unfortunately, the Crunkball All-Stars got thrashed by Alejandro's team. Again. But fortunately, Suz said yes. So on balance, it was a good week. Word. Hot: Brandon Phillips, Dice-K, my girlfriend. Not: Jack Cust.
Alejandro: I was internally chastised for not talking smack on my continuing surge from the cellar to the top of the standings, and since I made up some more ground this week (half a game, is some ground) I'll proceed. The Center Field Stud is surging high and fast, watch out ElDuquesInjuryReport because there's no stopping this. Last week my team faced some adversity with some key players being hurt; it's tough to keep it up with three of the hottest hitters in the league, Dan Uggla, Magglio Ordoñez and Chipper Jones seeing some bench time (and DL time), but somehow, some way, I gave Coley's Crunkball All-Stars a solid 8-4 whipping. I have to mention Alexei Ramirez for a second consecutive week as the young Cuban rookie is making quite a push for ROTY honors, he hit two home runs, scored four runs and collected 13 bases; nothing spectacular, but in Uggla's absence, anything counts. I made some pitching moves because I lost all faith in Mark Hendrickson (and his 9.00 ERA). Vicente Padilla is on the hot seat, so unless he bounces back or I manage to trade him, he gone. Hot: Hanley Ramirez (Mr. Untouchable), A.J. Pierzynksi, Carlos Delgado, Jermaine Dye, Carlos Lee, Tim Lincecum, Kerry Wood, Jon Garland. Not: Billy Wagner, B.J. Ryan, Vicente Padilla, Mark Hendrickson (he gone), Aaron Rowand.
Standings (games behind):
- Paul – ElDuquesInjuryReport ( – )
- Alejandro – Center Field Stud ( 4 )
- Scott – Utley's Firm Quads ( 7 )
- Doug – Swamp Dragons ( 9 )
- Kirk – Montefusco's Revenge ( 13.5 )
- Sarah – Somerville Green Sox ( 17.5 )
- Ania – Box89RowKKSeat14 ( 22.5 )
- Bryan – Pirates in '08! ( 28 )
- Larry – croutchyoldman ( 32 )
- Coley – Crunkball All-Stars ( 33.5 )
- Caitlin – caitlin grace ( 34.5 )
- Sooze – freebase my balls ( 38.5 )


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Stability Control Systems to Be Required on Tractor Trailer Trucks
In the latest attempt to keep roads safe for motorists, the National Highway Transportation and Safety Agency is currently awaiting approval on a proposed bill to require stability control systems on tractors. Responsible for 304 deaths and 2,738 injuries a year, rollover and loss-of-control crashes caused by unstable tractor trailer trucks are extremely dangerous. They…Continue Reading


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Devotional Prayer
Lord, Jesus, You are the True Vine and I am a needy branch. You are my sustainer, my provider. My source of power and strength. You enable me to flourish and grow. Apart from You, I recognize that I can do nothing of any eternal value (John 15:5). I'm so grateful that by Your grace and through the indwelling of Your Spirit, I am a new creation, purposed to bear abundant, good fruit. Remind me daily that You are my source of Living Water. Pour your sustaining power into every nook and cranny of my being. Refresh me with Your presence. Guide me with Your wisdom. Teach me your ways, Lord God, so I may know You and be fruitful in every good work.
Become A Partner
You can partner with us in ministry through financial gifts, volunteering your time, or by becoming a prayer partner.
Financial Gifts
Service Projects
Fruitful Word Ministries encourages women to apply God's Word through service to others. Each summer, we organize a service project to give women an opportunity to extend the love of Christ to other women in need.
In 2012, women provided Bible study materials to Women at Gracewood, an organization that provides homes and support for single mothers and their children. Watch for information in our monthly e-newsletter about the 2013 Summer Service Project.
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Administrative Help
From time to time, we need help in the Fruitful Word Ministries office. We sometimes need help stuffing envelopes for our annual mailer, assistance shipping book orders, or other administrative tasks. If you'd like to be added to our list of volunteers, click here to send an email to our Ministry Coordinator, Denise Clark.
Prayer Partner
You can partner with us in ministry by keeping Fruitful Word, Mindy, and our entire Board and Staff in your prayers. You can also pray for specific events and ministry activities by following our Ministry's Facebook Page.


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Groups and Organizations did more than get social this year, they actively participated in social change! Social Activism was a major theme on campus this year for groups and clubs. Putting on fun events and parties are just one way that student organizations help out on campus. Giving back to the community is another! Who said living simply so others can enjoy the fun isn't a party in itself?
According to ideas.ted.com – a blog supplement of TED talks that focuses on social change and ideas that need to be spread – we're at a point of crisis in our country. Everyday citizens need to be more educated on the issues of today, and how to advocate for them. Those with "clout" a nowadays are the only ones that know how to do this. Basically, those with the power are making all the changes. However, Student Organizations this year worked on teaching the SSU student body about how to enact social change, by leading my example.
Student Orgs had no trouble defining social change, however here is a definition for us that need a little clarity:
Social change refers to any significant alteration over time in behavior patterns and cultural values and norms. By "significant" alteration, sociologists mean changes yielding profound social consequences.
Ideas.ted.com advises its readers to understand five simple concepts before they go about enacting social change. Our students groups and organizations this year sure did know these five concepts this year when they did their social activist projects. They seamlessly combined fun and social change. Our students groups and organizations mastered these five concepts: Understand the system, Identify your objective, sharpen your strategy, tell a story, and practice.
After our student leaders grasped those concepts, they were ready to enact social change. However, what is an example of social change? Here is what SSU and Student leaders were up to this year:


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Bob Parsons, CEO Of Godaddy.com Kills Elephant In Zimbabwe
Turns out the only thing Bob Parsons, CEO of Godaddy.com, has in common with PETA is making headlines by using scantily clad women in Super Bowl commercials.
The head of the mega internet hosting company shot and killed an elephant on his recent trip to Zimbabwe. He claims the elephants were terrorizing a local village and therefore had to be killed. Parsons was so proud of himself, he even made a video and posted it to his blog. It includes a picture of him with the corpse of the elephant and everything.
PETA wasted no time in firing off a letter. They wrote:
"I am writing to present you with PETA's first-ever scummiest CEO of the year award (your certificate is on the way). You deserve the award for your egregious disregard for the life of the elephant you shot and killed for your personal enjoyment. Such behavior only shows a poverty of understanding and a deep insecurity, perhaps in your own masculinity. Nonlethal methods are available to protect crops from elephants left hungry because of their disappearing habitat."
Parsons defended his actions with the following statement:
"I stand by my decision to help African villagers. I believe elephant management is beneficial. I have the support of the people who really matter in this situation, the families of Zimbabwe— people who need help to survive. I have the support of tribal leaders and the government."
While it's true that elephants can pose as a nuisance and a threat to farmers and towns, there are certainly other ways to deal with the problem than allowing a rich guy with a gun to get his blood thirsty trophy kill. Animal organizations like World Wildlife Fund list many ways to resolve the conflict peaceably.
Dr. Grey Stafford, the Director of Conservation at the Wildlife World Zoo in Litchfield Park, Ariz., said:
"As for hunting an endangered species, just because something is deemed legal to do, it doesn't mean it is the wisest thing to do. Perhaps those with financial means can fund greater security protection of wildlife parks that are woefully underfunded or pay to relocate troublesome animals away from rural communities. They might even get to fire at an animal using a dart gun but without the lethal consequences. Everybody wins."
If you look on twitter, people are vowing to jump ship and remove their hosting and domain services from godaddy.com. Do you have a website? Is this enough to make you switch to another hosting company? You could save some cash. This company is even donating a dollar to Save the Elephants for every transfer from Godaddy!
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TECH N9NE lyrics : "Need More Angels With Prayer"
(feat. Brother K.T., Irv Da Phenom)
[Brother KT]
Praise god my brother
Forgive me father right now
As I'm askin great blessing in favor right now for this man of God
Lord, you know the direction that your taking his life holy spirit Lord and you have a (?covern?) over his life
Continue to bless him Lord
Let him know that his best is yet to come
And Lord, let him know when the (?wickness?) of his enemies try to destroy him,
To bring him down all he has to do is call on you
Now Lord, come bring favor into his life
Favor into his music Lord
Let him know that his best is yet to come
Aslong as he can seize to put you first
[Tech N9ne - Verse 1]
Drama, use to be my middle name
with ecstasy, sex and technically set me for a little fame
it gets to me, when the people I used to know switch and change
regretfully, I'm gonna say I don't wanna see none of 'em again
They stressin' me, when they think 'cause of my absence I'm playin' games
When really I just work in strain to let everybody else feel my pain
and respectfully, I gotta say buzz off you and Tech Nina thangs in jeopardy
'cause I need angels around me they should cling?
but you never be strange?
I feel this deep in my vein
Like Leprosy, you attackin' my nerves and mess with my brain
It's vexin' me, ain't a angel inside you distrustin' vain is your recipe
to complain is necessity, you're to blame so I reckon we,
no longer be straight, that's why I never came
When you beckoned me, I need peace in my life
But with you I need gangs and weaponary, im too busy to have these lousy lames
To come question me, man I really do need more angels blessing me
[Chorus - Irv Da Phenom]
You see we've all done our dirt
God knows that I have and I know I can't take that back
But I can say today I'm makin a change
Ima leave the drama in my past
So if you try to bring me down
Don't you ever come around
I got no space in my life for negative
I said I need, I need more angels around me
[Tech N9ne - Verse 2]
Need, somebody to bring me a brighter day
Not somebody that when I see them coming gotta hide away
Like these losers leavin messages
They gon try and say I went Hollywood and wanna know answers
So I press delete right away
I need drama gone, like I need my mama home
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Everybody knows about the varsity basketball and football teams, but hidden among those and other popular sports is the varsity ski team. Coming from a city in Connecticut, you probably do not think about skiing as being a common high school sport. Where does the team practice? Who buys the equipment? Who do they compete against and when? This year the ski team consisted of 20 team members, compared to the mere seven that comprised of last year's team.
One reason it is so difficult to get a lot of members on the team is the steep cost of equipment and registration racers need to pay since the school does not. Players are required to buy their own ski equipment, and must pay a $220 registration fee which includes lift tickets, league fees, and more. Senior captain Natalie Olshan founded the team four years ago, although the team has only been participating in races for the past three years. This year however, the ski team made the significant leap from the status of club sport to varsity sport. Natalie and this year's co-captain Anna Freeda spoke in front of the Board of Education at this year's public budget hearing to try and receive funding for their team.
Two weeks after the meeting, the team received funding from the Board of Education. "They funded us two weeks later, which was extremely exciting. I didn't think it would happen that quickly. I hope more kids will join next year since it's going to be cheaper and better organized since we are now considered a varsity sport," said Anna Freeda ('16).
Now that the ski team is a varsity sport, they will be better prepared to compete against other schools. "The fact that we have funding now will make the ski team more affordable for racers and coaches, who will now be paid for their effort. Also, the individual commitment of each racer will be lessened since we won't need to drive ourselves, and raise our own money," said Natalie Olshan ('16).
In previous years, the ski team was granted permission by Athletic Director Mr. Savo to use the bus as transportation. However, because they were not a varsity sport until this year meant that they did not have top priority. Often times, the team members had to carpool to practices and games. Typically, the team would practice and race against other schools once a week at Mount Southington.
The ski season lasts a total of six weeks. Unfortunately, due to the lack of snow this Winter, the team could not schedule practices and also could not compete in every race. Hopefully next year Winter will bring more snow so the now varsity ski team can compete with other schools at a much higher level than in previous years, in part to the Board of Education's agreement to fund the team.


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Normally I am a creamy coleslaw kind of gal. But this was worth stepping outside of my comfort zone. It is bright and fresh and delicious! It has a nice blend of sweet and sour, balanced with a little heat. It has a nice rounded flavor that will knock your socks off.
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Tuesday, June 28, 2016
Honey Lime Slaw with Cilantro and Sriracha
Normally I am a creamy coleslaw kind of gal. But this was worth stepping outside of my comfort zone. It is bright and fresh and delicious! It has a nice blend of sweet and sour, balanced with a little heat. It has a nice rounded flavor that will knock your socks off.
Watermelon Cake Balls
Monday, June 27, 2016
Lots of Candy Monster Cookie Bars, Mondays With MiMi
Our family really enjoys Monster Cookies. I talked about this when I shared my homemade Monster Cookie Ice cream Recipe. I made this monster cookie bars to go with the ice cream. For some reason it just seemed to me that if we were going to have monster cookie ice cream we should have monster cookies. Since monster cookies make such a big batch I decided to make these bars to treat the small dinner party I was having. They make a reasonable amount and of dessert and served as a nice base for the ice cream. I just now thought about how nice this dessert would be layered as follows: cookie bars, ice cream and a small serving of hot fudge topped with small candy bar pieces to tie it all together. (So much for being reasonable.) Too late to serve that to my guests but feel free to wow yours with my special dessert idea!
These are great served warm out of the oven too.
Sunday, June 26, 2016
Red, White and Blueberry Sourdough Waffles
Are you looking for new things to do with your sourdough starter? These blueberry waffles are just the thing! Serve with strawberries and maple whipped cream for a patriotic treat or just enjoy with some syrup for a weekend breakfast or brunch delight!
Saturday, June 25, 2016
Fun Food Ideas for the Fourth of July!
Thursday, June 23, 2016
The Big Poultry Grill-Off 2016
Wednesday, June 22, 2016
Red White and Blue Sangria
Tuesday, June 21, 2016
Monster Cookie Ice Cream - Mondays with MiMi (a day late!)
Monster cookies are definitely a favorite for our family. I sued to make them when Kristie, our middle daughter, would come home from college. Since they make such a big batch I decided to send some of them with her to work. (She always worked when she was home). Her coworkers started requesting them so we tried to make them whenever we could. So, when we hosted her boyfriend and his parents for dinner recently I decided to try to make monster cookie dough ice cream. It was the perfect ending to a meal that included Maw-Maw's Hamburger Surprises.
Monday, June 20, 2016
Sand Torte
This cake has a very fine, sand-like crumb. I think you may find the list of ingredients surprising too. It is a classic cake refreshed!
It is always really hard for me to choose what to bake each month. I am glad I am only given four choices each time, or I would never be able to narrow it down. Even with just the four options, I still hem and haw. I pick and change my mind. It is terrible because they all sound so good.
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Sunday, June 19, 2016
Homemade Banana Pudding
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Thursday, June 16, 2016
Roasted Radishes with Wilted Radish Greens
I never thought I liked radishes. But then, I had only ever had the ones from the store. Fresh radishes, right from the garden are a completely different thing altogether. But even if you don't like fresh spring radishes, you have to give these a try. Roasted they are yet a completely different version of themselves. The peppery bite almost disappears and their sweetness shines through.
Tuesday, June 14, 2016
Ruth's Ding Dong Cake
A great injustice has been done and I do apologize! Three savory recipes in a row?! From me - the queen of sweets?! Don't worry, I will make up for it! (I know, there are much bigger problems in the world. I just makes my heart hurt to think about them, so I think of chocolate instead.) This ding-dong cake will surely be enough for you to forgive me right? Chocolate cake, fluffy vanilla filling and a decadent chocolate top. It is one of your favorite childhood snack cakes all grown up!
Sunday, June 12, 2016
The Ultimate BLT Pasta Salad
This pasta salad is full of the bacon, lettuce and tomato flavors that are part of that classic sandwich combination but it also has some extras to take it to the next level. Serve it at your next BBQ, potluck or picnic and enjoy the rave reviews!
Happy Sunday! As normal, we have been having a fun weekend full of running around outside and playing at the park. I really should use the weekend cleaning up the house and getting things done, but there was a little guy who wanted to go visit the rolly slide, so we did that instead! This week's theme for Sunday Supper is Dad's Favorite Recipes and it is being hosted by The Chef Next Door. You would think that would be an easy theme to pick a recipe. Just imagine your dad's favorite recipe and make it. The problem is my dad likes everything. He really isn't picky at all and seems to enjoy most anything you could put in front of him.
Saturday, June 11, 2016
Old Fashioned Maple Baked Beans and 16 Great Recipes for Grilling and BBQs
It is finally grilling season again! For whatever reason, when I think of grilled meat baked beans are one of the sides that come to mind. Are you making burgers? You'll need some baked beans. Is pulled pork on your menu? Baked beans! Grilling chicken? Make baked beans! My grandma recently gave me my great-grandma's bean pot and I couldn't wait to use it. I love using things that generations of my family have used, there is just so much history and love in the pot that it has to make the food that much better.
Wednesday, June 8, 2016
Honey Sesame Chicken in the Slow Cooker
Tuesday, June 7, 2016
Sourdough Banana Bread Muffins
Sadly, all good things must come to an end. Maw-Maw and Paw-Paw are headed home. It's smart really, they are leaving right before we get temperatures in the 90s. For those of you who aren't familiar with our particular brand of heat in central Illinois, that is 90 some odd degrees with about a million percent humidity. We'll need machetes to cut through it. But such is life around here. We have the joy of biting cold in the winter and sweltering heat during the summer with about a day of spring and fall in between. I really do love it here for the most part, but a good solid month of high sixties and low seventies a couple of times a year would be nice!
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Sunday, June 5, 2016
Cream Cheese Whipped Cream
Cream cheese and whipped cream combine for the best of both worlds. It is fluffy and light like whipped cream with just a bit of that cream cheese tang and extra stability. This stuff is amazing!
Good morning! I hope you weekend has been fabulous. Ours has been busy, but so much fun. My Maw-Maw and Paw-Paw are in town visiting, so there has been family gathering after family gathering. So we are fat, happy and a little bit tired this morning.
Wednesday, June 1, 2016
Corn, Black Bean and Avocado Salad with Lime Dressing
I have come to a few conclusions. The first: every weekend should have three days! It is amazing the difference that one extra day makes. The second: Tuesdays after a Monday off are the strangest. Is it Monday? Is it Tuesday? What should I be doing with my life? What they heck happened on Friday (which seems so long ago now) and what loose ends am I supposed to be tying up?
Or is that just me?
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Denise S. Bebo, age 54, of Lester Prairie, died Monday, Jan. 11, 2010, at St Mary's Care Center, Winsted, after her long battle with breast cancer.
She was born Dec. 22, 1955, at St. Francis Hospital, Shakopee, the sixth child of Cyril and Shirley (Bailey) Aretz. Denise was baptized and confirmed at St. Bernard's Catholic Church in Cologne.
She was united in marriage to John J. Bebo Nov. 15, 1975, at St Bernard's Catholic Church in Cologne. The couple farmed together for 34 years.
Denise worked at Tonka Toys in Mound until her daughter, Sheri was born. For 15 years, she was the receptionist at Lester Prairie Veterinary Clinic and enjoyed her job.
She was quick-witted, loved to tell jokes, and enjoyed playing practical jokes on her family and co-workers.
A faithful wife and devoted mother, Denise loved to spoil her grandchildren every opportunity she had. She will be missed by her family, friends and co-workers.
She was a member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Winsted, the Council of Catholic Women, and the Holy Family Society, and a Winstock volunteer. She enjoyed reading, sewing, crafts, scrapbooking, taking pictures, growing flowers, bowling, shopping, and traveling.
Denise was preceded in death by her father, Cyril Aretz; and a sister, Karen Aretz.
She is survived by her husband, John; children, Sheri (Jesse) Hausladen of Montrose, Alan (Jennifer) Bebo of Lester Prairie, and Stacy (Brandon) Winter of Glencoe; grandchildren Brittany and Lindsay Hausladen, Ayla and Ella Bebo, Jacob Berg, and Jasmine and Allison Winter; mother Shirley Aretz of Cologne; brothers and sisters, Francis (Bonnie) Aretz of Oronogo, MO, Patricia (Mervin) Metcalf, Colleen Schilz, all of Cologne, Susan (Stanley) Bebo of Howard Lake, David Aretz, Russell Aretz, both of Cologne, Roy (Carol) Aretz of Lakeville, and Anna (Steven) Renne of Belle Plaine; and many nieces and nephews.
Mass of the Christian Burial took place Saturday, Jan. 16 at 10:30 a.m. at the Church of the Most Holy Trinity in Winsted with Fr. Tony Hess officiating. Interment was in the Holy Trinity Catholic Cemetery.
Visitation was Friday, Jan. 15 from 4 to 8 p.m. at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Winsted, and continued Saturday morning two hours prior to the Mass.
Pallbearers were Michael Aretz, Ryan Bebo, Steve Bebo, Tom Bebo, Mathias Weinzierl, and Lincoln Hach Yellick.
The Chilson Funeral Home in Winsted served the family.