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Woman Forcibly Removed From Home, In Spite Of Restraining Order Against Citibank
A woman in El Paso has been fighting foreclosure for several months, saying she was making payments and that Citibank was crediting them to an escrow account without telling her or explaining why. A federal court recently issued a temporary restraining order preventing the bank from foreclosing while the case is litigated, but that didn't stop county constables from forcibly removing her from her home last week.
"CitiMortgage foreclosed on the house claiming that I had not made payments on the loan. I had," she tells El Paso's KTSM-TV, which has been following the story for quite some time. "I have proof that I had. I don't want my money back. This is my home and I have the right to be here."
And that lack of communication with the bank seems to have been extended to the local County Attorney's office, which says it didn't know there was a restraining order in place the day it sent constables to evict the homeowner.
"One day they tell me yeah you're ok you're litigating. The next day they say we're coming back to evict you tomorrow," says the woman. "The laws are not defending me the homeowner. You know I presume that people are innocent until proven guilty. I'm guilty until proven innocent."
When her lawyer showed up to explain the situation, he says the constables would not believe him unless he went with them to the court house to confirm the order's existence.
"It appears they're not honoring the judge's order. The county attorney is challenging his authority (Federal Judge) to issue a restraining order," says the lawyer, who says his client appears to be a victim of robosigning.
The lawyer says that many of the of the foreclosure and eviction documents for homes in the area have been signed by the same person, though he claimes the signatures do not all match.
"We don't have County Clerks that pay attention to what papers are being filed," said the homeowner.
A rep for Citi provided the following laughably useless comment to KTSM:
Over the past year, Citi has significantly enhanced its oversight of mortgage foreclosure law firms. These enhancements included strengthening policies and procedures, hiring dedicated resources to oversee law firm performance, and increasing the frequency and scope of Citi's onsite law firm audit program.
That's really swell. But what about the woman with the restraining order?
Woman Forcibly Removed from Home But Fights Eviction [KTSM]
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This is a very easy skirt pattern, even without sewing a zipper, it's closed by press buttons.
I love this silk fabric and I really like the pattern and plan to sew it again. I really need no alterations.
Because the silk fabric is so breezy and sheer, I needed a lining. I chose jersey in a pale blue color. For the silk I made a rolled hem.
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ARC & NHMRC Survey of Research Commercialisation, Year Ending December 2000
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This handout is designed to help you and your family understand how to give yourself feedings through your nasogastric [NAY-zoh-GAS-trik] tube after you go home.
Tube feedings are given when you cannot eat enough or drink enough to have adequate nutrition for the body. Good nutrition is needed for your body to heal. Fluid is needed to prevent your body from getting dried out(dehydrated).
A nasogastric (NG) tube is a long, narrow feeding tube that goes through your nose and down into your stomach.
The NG tube is soft and bendable. (See the diagram)
When you leave the hospital, you should be able to:
Give yourself liquid food and water through the feeding tube
Give yourself medication through the tube
Take care of the tube
"Trouble-shoot" problems if they arise
This handout gives added information for you and your family. It should not replace discussions with your doctors, nurses, or dietitians.
Before giving your feeding, you will need:
60cc syringe
Liquid food prescribed by your doctor
Measuring cup
Clean food container
IV pole or wall hook to hang the food container while receiving the feeding (optional in the home)
The setup for feedings is shown below:
To get your liquid food, attach the tube from the end of the food container to the end of your NG feeding tube. This is for intermittent or continuous feedings.
1. Always wash your hands thoroughly before touching the NG feeding tube, food, or medication.
2. Check the placement of your feeding tube:
Attach a 60cc syringe to the end of your feeding tube.
Pull back on the plunger. You should see some gastric juices (yellow-green fluid). This is stomach content and tells you the tube is in your stomach.
If you pull back more than 150cc of fluid, do not give yourself food. Inject the stomach content, which contains important minerals, back into the tube. Then flush with water. Wait for a few hours and check again. Tell your visiting nurse or your doctor if this occurs frequently.
3. If stomach content does not show when you pull back on the plunger, you can use another method to check placement:
Draw up 20cc of air into your syringe.
Insert the air into your feeding tube while holding one hand over your stomach.
Call your doctor if you see no stomach content and feel no air bubbles under your hand. This may indicate your tube has been displaced.
4. To give yourself the feeding, follow these steps:
Insert the tip of the tube from your food container into your feeding tube.
Open the clamp slowly to adjust the speed of the feeding.
Your meal should last 45 minutes to an hour. It is important to sit up or prop your head up while receiving your feeding. If you have choking or difficulty breathing during a feeding, stop the feeding and call your doctor immediately.
When the feeding is done, fill the food container with the amount of water your doctor prescribes. This provides fluids for you and flushes out the tube.
After the water is given, roll the clamp down to turn off and disconnect the food container.
5. Wash out the food container after each use:
Use dishwashing liquid and water to wash the container.
Rinse the container thoroughly.
Use a clean food container for each feeding.
Medications can be given through your NG tube. Use the liquid form of your medication if it is available at your pharmacy. If the liquid form is not available, you must crush your pills.
If the letters "SR" appear after the drug name on the label, this indicates the medication is "sustained-release." Do not crush these pills. Check with your pharmacist or nurse to be sure that your pills may be crushed and given at the same time.
To give your medication, follow these steps:
Check for feeding tube placement (see "Giving the Tube Feeding," Steps 2 and 3).
Flush your feeding tube with 30cc of water before giving your medication.
Crush the pills. To crush your pills, place them in a plastic bag, and then use a rolling pin or soup can as a crushing instrument. After you have crushed your pills finely, let the pieces dissolve in warm water (not hot water) so that no pieces will clog your tube.
Draw medication up into your syringe by pulling back on the plunger.
Attach the syringe to the end of the feeding tube. Then push on the plunger to give your medication.
Flush the tube with 30cc of water after giving your medication.
Some medications should be given with food; others on an empty stomach. Ask your pharmacist for directions.
Brush your teeth at least twice daily, if your doctor says you may.
Clean the area where the NG tube goes into your nostrils daily. Use a cotton-tip applicator moistened with warm water. If your nose becomes sore, you may apply water-soluble lubricant (such as Surgilube or K-Y jelly).
Change your nasal tape every other day or when it is loose.
Make sure the nasal tape is secure at all times. If your feeding tube falls out, call your doctor as soon as possible.
To prevent a clogged feeding tube, flush your tube with water each time after giving a feeding or medication.
If your tube becomes clogged, you can use these methods:
Place the syringe into your feeding tube, and pull back on the plunger.
Flush your tube with warm tap water.
If you cannot unclog your tube, call your doctor immediately. It is important not to miss your prescribed liquid food and water.
If you choke or have difficulty breathing during a feeding, stop the feeding and call your doctor immediately.
If you cannot unclog your tube, call your doctor immediately.
If your feeding tube falls out or you cannot confirm that the end of the tube is in your stomach, call your doctor as soon as possible.
Call your doctor if any of the following last for more than a day: diarrhea, constipation, nausea, dark urine, bad-smelling urine, dry mouth
Call your doctor if the tube seems to be moving farther out.
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Columbus Short won't be returning to "Scandal" following his legal troubles.
The 31-year-old actor said in a statement released Friday he's exiting the ABC political thriller after three seasons.
"At this time, I must confirm my exit from a show I've called home for three years, with what is the most talented ensemble on television today," Short said. "I would like to first thank Shonda Rhimes for the opportunity to work with such an amazing cast."
The announcement of Short's exit from the series created by Rhimes comes amid two pending criminal cases, one accusing him of misdemeanor spousal battery and another accusing him of felony battery that seriously injured a man during an altercation at a West Hollywood restaurant in March.
If convicted, Short faces up to four years in state prison.
Short was also charged Feb. 14 with misdemeanor spousal battery and has pleaded not guilty in that case. A judge ordered him to stay away from his wife, Tuere Short, at a March 5 court hearing.
Short's wife filed for divorce April 15, citing irreconcilable differences. She is seeking legal and physical custody of the couple's 2-year-old daughter.
With her filing, Tuere Short obtained another temporary restraining order accusing her husband of choking her and threatening to kill her and himself during a fight on April 7. A hearing on extending the order is scheduled for May 6.
Short played attorney Harrison Wright on the hit series starring Kerry Washington. His character was last seen in grave jeopardy in the explosive season finale.
"Everything must come to an end, and unfortunately the time has come for Harrison Wright to exit the canvas," Short said. "I wish nothing but the best for Shonda, Kerry and the rest of the cast, who have become like a second family to me in such a short amount of time. For this, I will forever be grateful."


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Using Mathematical Models to Investigate Planetary Habitability: Activity C The Role of Actual Data in Mathematical Models
Students explore how mathematical descriptions of the physical environment can be fine-tuned through testing using data. In this activity, student teams obtain satellite data measuring the Earth's albedo, and then input this data into a... (View More) spreadsheet-based radiation balance model, GEEBITT. They validate their results against published the published albedo value of the Earth, and conduct similar comparisons Mercury, Venus and Mars. The resource includes an Excel spreadsheet tutorial, an investigation, student data sheets and a teacher's guide. Students apply their understanding to the real life problem of urban heat islands and deforestation. The activity links builds on student outcomes from activities A and B: "Finding a Mathematical Description of a Physical Relationship," and "Making a Simple Mathematical Model." This is Activity C in module 3, Using Mathematical Models to Investigate Planetary Habitability, of the resource, Earth Climate Course: What Determines a Planet's Climate? The course aims to help students to develop an understanding of our environment as a system of human and natural processes that result in changes that occur over various space and time scales. (View Less)
Materials Cost: Free per student
Using Mathematical Models to Investigate Planetary Habitability: Activity A Finding a Mathematical Description of a Physical Relationship
In this activity, student teams learn about research design and design a controlled experiment exploring the relationship between a hypothetical planet, an energy source, and distance. They analyze the data and derive an equation to describe the... (View More) observations. Includes student data sheets, a teacher's guide, and a tutorial on how to use the spreadsheet program Excel. This is Activity A in module 3, titled "Using Mathematic Models to Investigate Planetary Habitability," of the resource, Earth Climate Course: What Determines a Planet's Climate? The course aims to help students to develop an understanding of our environment as a system of human and natural processes that result in changes that occur over various space and time scales. (View Less)
Materials Cost: Free per student
Students create a physical model illustrating soil water balance using drinking glasses to represent the soil column, and explain how the model can be used to interpret data and form predictions. Using data from the GLOBE Data Server, they calculate... (View More) the potential evapotranspiration, average monthly temperatures and precipitation for their model. This is a learning activity associated with the GLOBE hydrology investigations and is supported by the Hydrology chapter of the GLOBE Teacher's Guide. (View Less)
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Hayden Panettiere is a Bikini Babe
What did Hayden Panettiere do between picking wedgies and filming kissing scenes with co-star Nick D'Agosto?
Why, kiss her real life boyfriend, of course!
A bikini-clad Hayden Panettiere, 17, and shirtless boyfriend Stephen Colletti, 21, were spotted soaking up the sun on a Malibu beach on Monday.
The couple couldn't keep their hands off of each other and were seen kissing on numerous occasions. They should just get married already!!!
Hayden is donning a gold-trimmed Lotta Stenson two-piece.
35+ pictures inside of bikini babe Hayden Panettiere…


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Smile: People Like Your Photos More Than Your Words (SXSW Version)
If you're in Austin for SxSW this coming Saturday (March 9), come cheer me on at 5pm. Below are the slides I'll be working from. One friend told me I'm playing with fire by talking about digital photos without any mention of cats, so if you have any cute pet pics — or any other ideas on how I might hold audience attention — please send em my way.
Sources for the stats used in the presentation:
–Ten percent of photos taken by humankind were taken in the past 12 months, from 1000 Memories.
–Two-and-a-half billion photo-enabled devices worldwide, according to Tomi Ahonen in Communities Dominate Brands.
–Research by Harvard Business School in 2009 determined that 70% of all activities inside social media involve a photo.
–Google chief economist Hal Varian observed (in 2010) "The average amount of time looking at online news is about 70 seconds a day, while the average amount of time spent reading the physical newspaper is about 25 minutes per day."
–Flipboard claims its 20 million users conduct 3 billion "flips" per and spend 86 minutes inside the app each month.
–From PostRocket, a blog on Facebook marketing (citing Track Social data), photos attract greater engagement than other types of posts inside Facebook.
–In November 2011, 20% of posts to Facebook's newsfeed were photos; now (March 2013) that percentage has risen to 50%, from Business Insider's coverage of Facebook's announced changes to the newsfeed.
–Sixty-three percent of shoppers value the image more than the product description, according to National Retail Federation data cited in an infographic from MDG Advertising.
–According to Luminate usage data from 2012, neon jeans and jewelry experienced twice the click-through rate as similar products in more muted colors.
–Ad Age coverage of Garnier's visually-targeted ad campaign across Luminate partner sites, in which it experienced a 116% life in brand preference.
A street crew on the prowl at #SxSWi.


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Annual event fights hunger ... one step at a time
Community Missions of Niagara Frontier will host its 11th annual Feet or Famine Walk on Saturday, April 27. Registration begins at 10:30 a.m. at Whirlpool State Park, with the walk following shortly after at 11:15 a.m. Around 100-200 walkers are expected to attend, and pets on leashes are welcome.
In 2012, Community Missions served more than 70,000 meals, provided crisis housing to more than 600 individuals, and provided more than 9,000 nights of care to neglected or abused children and homeless adults.
The walk will benefit Community Missions' crisis and community services programs, which include the community soup kitchen, food pantry, clothes closet, parole re-entry program, Mark's Place (HIV/AIDS residence), and homeless shelter.
Participants are asked to collect pledges in support of their walk. Pledge sheets, along with all collected donations, are then turned in at registration the morning of the walk. The walk will also include a classic car show, 50/50 raffle, a light picnic lunch, and much more. In addition, prizes are available for the top 10 individuals who collect the most dollars in pledges.
Sponsorship opportunities are also available and are a great way to market your business while supporting those less fortunate in the community. Current sponsors include GEICO and LocalEdge. Additional supporters of the walk include Maid of the Mist, Olympia Sports and Nutrilite.


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The following are my favorite fast-food picks, all for under 300 calories.
I'm pretty sure I will order off of the kids' menu forever. Seriously!
I loveee Chick Fil A's chicken nuggets... and instead of fries, I order a small fruit cup on the side. The cup is filled with fresh apples, strawberries, oranges and grapes, and all that protein really makes me feel satisfied.
This cup of chili may look weak, but it has some BIG muscles. This meaty favorite is low in fat and high in fiber and protein, so it will fill you up fast. And it's perfect for a cold winter night!
Taco Bell
There are plenty of items on Taco Bell's menu that pack in calories and saturated fat. Luckily for you and me, they created this special menu called the "Drive thru diet" with healthier on-the-go options.
These fresco soft chicken tacos are by far your best bet, with the fewest grams of saturated fat and the most protein! Not to mention I'll eat anything wrapped in a tortilla.
Although Subway boasts a healthy menu, it's definitely possible to go way wrong when ordering a sub. The thing to watch out for? Their sauces, which can add unnecessary calories and fat. The one awesome thing about Subway is that you can get as many veggies on your sub as you want, without adding virtually any calories.
I'm a creature of habit, and always order the same thing...
You can't go wrong with turkey and cheese on wheat bread... just add in veggies and yellow mustard for the perfect meal!
What about you guys... Have a favorite healthy fast food meal?
I'd love to hear!
I'm starting to think about my beach bod. Spring break will be coming up mighhhty soon! ;)
Oh and happy MLK Day!
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Member and Patient Resources
Pickett joined the Health First Board of Trustees in 2012 and brings more than 30 years of experience as a designer, master planner, programmer and school board member. She is a Certified Educational Facilities Planner and is president of Fran Pickett & Associates. She earned her Master of Architecture from Tulane University and an Advanced Certificate in Educational Facilities Planning from San Diego State University.Pickett is the Chairman of the Space Coast Health Foundation, serves on the Loan Review Committee at Space Coast Credit Union, Impact Funding Allocations Committee for the United Way of Brevard, and a Pre-K Sunday school teacher at Trinity Presbyterian Church. Her past involvements include Vice-Chairman Wuesthoff Health System Board of Trustees, Vice President at BRPH Architects & Engineers, Inc., Vice-Chairman Brevard County School Board, President- Summer Industrial Fellowships for Teachers, Board Member Brevard Cultural Alliance, Space Coast Marine Institute, member of Junior League of Central and North Brevard, Brevard Civilian-Military Relations Council, and the Education Chairman State Public Affairs Committee of the Junior Leagues of Florida.She has been married to Rob Pickett, Director of the Small Business Development- BCC for 34 years and lives in Satellite Beach.


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Format hot topic for coaches
May 29, 2010
Harold Gutmann, Special to NCAA.com
CARY, N.C. -- UC San Diego coach Dan O'Brien and Tampa coach Joe Urso agree it's time to change the format of the NCAA Division II Baseball Championships.
"I would love to see this tournament seeded," said O'Brien, the NCBWA Coach of the Year. "I think you have a lot of people working very hard to get here. To put just a random rotation together, I think it's time for a change."
The seeding issue was raised this year because of the way the eight regional champions were randomly slotted into the bracket. The top four teams -- No. 1 UCSD, No. 2 Tampa, No. 3 Central Missouri and No. 4 Georgia College -- were all in the top half.
That meant that only two of the top four could advance to the semifinals, while one team would be the first program eliminated. Five-time national champion Tampa ended up going home first after losing to Central Missouri and Georgia College, while the Bobcats had to play the Nos. 1, 2 and 3 teams in their first three games to reach the semifinals.
No. 9 Southern Indiana and No. 13 Franklin Pierce advanced through the bottom half of the draw.
"They seed for a regional tournament, and I see no reason why they couldn't use the same formula," Urso said. "It's literally a push of the button, and it shows you who should go where. I think it's a tremendous idea."
Central Missouri coach Tom Myers and Georgia College coach Tom Carty were less committed to seeding the tournament.
"That's not up to me," Myers said. "You want to play the best, and you compete your tails off and try to win it no matter who you're playing."
Said Carty: "At the end of the day, we're going to play the No. 1 team in the country, and if we win, we're sitting pretty. At some point you have to play people here. Whether it's the first two days or the last two days, it doesn't make a difference at this point."
Urso refused to use the tough schedule as an excuse for his team's early exit. The Spartans scored once in two games.
"If we were in the other bracket and we played like we did as far as executing, the results are probably the same," Urso said.
MOST OUTSTANDING PLAYER: Southern Indiana's Taylor Dennis, the only pitcher to record two wins at the national finals, was named the tournament's Most Outstanding Player. He allowed two earned runs in 14 innings en route to wins over Georgia College in the semifinals and Minnesota State in the first round. Those efforts were even more important considering he was the only one of the Screaming Eagles' top three starters who wasn't suspended for the first four games of the tournament.
DEFENSIVE BATTLES: This was the first time since 1973 that no team scored 10 runs in a game. The closest was Georgia College, which beat Central Missouri 9-4 in a losers bracket game. It was also the lowest-scoring tournament since 1975, and the 6.79 runs per game was second-lowest average in tournament history. There were the same number of complete games as home runs (seven) in the 14 games at the USA Baseball National Training Complex.
NEW BLOOD: This was the third year in a row that both finalists were making their first appearances in the championship game. Mount Olive captured its first title against Ouachita Baptist in 2008, and Lynn beat Emporia State last year. Southern Indiana was the also the first champion not from the South or Southeast Regions since 2001. Southeast representative Georgia College lost in the semifinal to Southern Indiana, while South Region champion Tampa went 0-2.
BACK TO CARY: The 2011 championship tournament will be played at the USA Baseball National Training Complex next year for the third straight time. This year's championship game drew 1,107 fans, while last year's final attracted 734.


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Cisco Nexus 7000 Series NX-OS Troubleshooting Guide -- Troubleshooting vPCs
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This article describes how to troubleshoot virtual Port Channel(vPC) problems on a Cisco NX-OS device.
Information About Troubleshooting vPCs
A vPC allows links that are physically connected to two different Cisco Nexus 7000 Series devices to appear as a single port channel by a third device.
See the Configuring vPC chapter in the Cisco Nexus 7000 Series NX-OS Interfaces Configuration Guide for more information on vPCs.
Initial Troubleshooting Checklist
Begin troubleshooting vPC issues by checking the following issues first:
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Verify that all vPC interfaces in a vPC domain are configured in the same virtual device context (VDC).
Verify that you have a separate vPC peer-link and peer-keepalive link infrastructure for each VDC deployed.
Is the vPC keepalive link mapped to a separate vrf? If not, it will be mapped to the management vrf by default. In this case, do you have a management switch connect to the management ports on both vPC peer devices?
Verify that the vPC peer-link is configured on a N7K-M132XP-12. It is recommended to have at least two N7K-M132XP-12 for redundancy.
Verify that both the source and destination IP addresses used for the peer-keepalive messages are reachable from the VRF associated with the vPC peer-keepalive link.
Verify that the peer-keepalive link is up or the vPC peer-link will not come up.
Verify that the vPC peer-link is configured as a Layer 2 Port Channel trunk which only allows vPC VLANs.
Verify that the vPC number that you assigned to the port channel that connects to the downstream device from the vPC peer device is identical on both vPC peer devices.
If you manually configured the system priority, verify that you assigned the same priority value on both vPC peer devices.
Check the show vpc consistency-parameters command to verify that both vPC peer devices have identical type-1 parameters.
Verify that the primary vPC is the primary STP root and the secondary vPC is the secondary STP root.
Verifying vPCs Using the CLI
To verify vPCs using the CLI, follow these steps:
1. Use the show running-config vpc command to verify the vPC configuration.
2. Use the show vpc command to check the status of vPC.
3. Use the show vpc peer-keepalive command to check the status of the vPC peer-keepalive link.
4. Use the show vpc consistency-parameters command to verify that both the vPC peers have the identical type-1 parameters.
5. Use the show port-channel summary command toverify the members in the port channel are mapped to the vPC.
6. Use the show cfs status commands to verify that distribution over Ethernet is enabled.
7. If you enable STP, use the show spanning-tree command on both sides of the vPC peer link to verify that the following STP parameters are identical:
- BPDU Filter
- BPDU Guard
- Cost
- Link type
- Priority
- VLANs (PVRST+)
Received Type 1 Configuration Element Mismatch
You may have a problem where you cannot bring up a vPC link because of a type 1 configuration element mismatch.
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Received a type 1 configuration element mismatch.
The vPC peer ports or membership ports do not have identical configurations.
Use the show vpc consistency-parameters interface command to determine where the configuration mismatch occurs.
Example: show vpc consistency-parameters Command Output
This example shows how to display the vPC consistency parameters on a port channel:
switch# show vpc consistency-parameters interface po 10 Legend: Type 1 : vPC will be suspended in case of mismatch Name Type Local Value Peer Value ------------- ---- ---------------------- ----------------------- STP Mode 1 Rapid-PVST Rapid-PVST STP Disabled 1 None None STP MST Region Name 1 "" "" STP MST Region Revision 1 0 0 STP MST Region Instance to 1 VLAN Mapping STP Loopguard 1 Disabled Disabled STP Bridge Assurance 1 Enabled Enabled STP Port Type 1 Normal Normal STP MST Simulate PVST 1 Enabled Enabled Allowed VLANs - 1-10,15-20,30,37,99 1-10,15-20,30,37,99
Cannot Enable the vPC Feature
You may receive an error when you enable the vPC feature.
|Possible Cause
Cannot enable the vPC feature.
The hardware is incompatible with the vPC.
Use the show module command to determine the hardware version of each 10/100/1000 Ethernet module. The hardwere version must be 1.3 or later to enable the vPC feature.
Example: show module Command Output
This example shows how to display the module hardware version:
switch# show module Mod Ports Module-Type Model Status --- ----- -------------------------------- ------------------ ------------ 2 32 10 Gbps Ethernet Module N7K-M132XP-12 ok 3 48 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet Module N7K-M148GT-11 ok 5 0 Supervisor module-1X N7K-SUP1 active * 6 0 Supervisor module-1X N7K-SUP1 ha-standby 10 32 10 Gbps Ethernet Module N7K-M132XP-12 ok Mod Sw Hw --- -------------- ------ 2 4.1(5) 1.2 3 4.1(5) 1.0 >>> Must be 1.3 or later.
See Also
Further Reading
The following links contain further information on this topic from Cisco.com:
Virtual PortChannels: Building Networks without Spanning Tree Protocol (Cisco White Paper)
Configuring vPCs (Cisco Nexus 7000 Series Interfaces Configuration Guide)
Nexus 5000 Virtual PortChannel Quick Configuration Guide
External Links
The following links contain content developed by external authors. Cisco does not review this content for accuracy.
Our Nexus Data Center Network - To vPC or not to vPC
Nexus 7000 Virtual Portchannel Part 1
Nexus 7000 Virtual Portchannel Part 2
Nexus 7000 Virtual Portchannel Part 3
vPC (Virtual Port-Channel) and the Nexus 5000 Platform


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Elberton Granite Museum & Exhibit
Elberton, GA 30635
Features exciting historical exhibits, artifacts and educational displays. Three tiers of self-guided exhibits allow visitors to see unique granite products as well as antique granite working tools used in the quarrying, sawing, polishing, cutting and sandblasting of granite cemetery memorials.
Among the unique granite creations and artifacts found in the museum is the Confederate statue called "Dutchy." This, the first statue crafted of Elberton Granite, did not please local Confederate veterans who "lynched" him in 1900. He was toppled and buried on Elberton's Sutton Square. Records pointed to his location on the Square, and in 1982 he was carefully exhumed, and now occupies a place of honor in the Granite Museum.
Hours: 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. daily, including Saturdays
Info & Amenities
Hours of Operation
Monday: 2:00PM - 5:00PM
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Thursday: 2:00PM - 5:00PM
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NEW YORK (AP) — Shares of Constellation Brands sank Thursday after the U.S. Justice Department filed an antitrust lawsuit challenging Anheuser-Busch InBev's proposed $20.1 billion purchase of Mexican brewer Grupo Modelo, which harms chances of a related Constellation deal.
The Anheuser-Busch InBev acquisition of Modelo would unite ownership of popular beers such as Bud Light and Corona. If it went through, Constellation was to buy the remaining half of a joint venture with Grupo Modelo, Crown Imports LLC, that imports Modelo beers into the U.S. The Justice Department's objection could sideline Constellation's $1.85 billion deal, which would have landed it greater U.S. control of Corona and other beers.
The deal with Constellation was intended to alleviate antitrust concerns. But the Justice Department says that it wasn't enough to protect U.S. beer buyers, since Anheuser-Busch InBev could terminate its deal to supply Modelo brands to Constellation after 10 years and would retain Modelo brands and its brewing facilities.
Constellation Brands Inc. shares dropped 20 percent to $31.22 in midday trading. U.S.-traded shares of Anheuser-Busch InBev SA fell 7.5 percent to $87.12.
Constellation had predicted that the Crown deal would add significantly to its earnings per share.
In a statement Thursday, Constellation said that the proposed deal would have established Crown as a more "independent and competitive" entity. The company, based in Victor, N.Y., said it no longer expected the Crown deal to close during the first quarter but looked forward to an "expeditious resolution."
AB InBev said in a statement that it would "vigorously contest" the Justice Department's action, which it said was inconsistent with the law.
Americans spent at least $80 billion on beer last year, with Anheuser-Busch InBev's Bud Light being the top-selling beer and Modelo's Corona Extra being the best-selling import. Anheuser-Busch InBev and Modelo are the largest and third-largest beer companies in the U.S. and control about 46 percent of the market, the government said.
The government said Anheuser-Busch InBev's purchase of Grupo Modelo would "substantially lessen competition" for beer in the United States. That would result in people paying more for beer and having fewer new products to pick from, the government said.
The government said its lawsuit is intended to preserve the "head-to-head" competition the deal would eliminate.
Anheuser-Busch InBev, the world's biggest brewer, was created in 2008 when Belgian brewer InBev, which brews Stella Artois and Beck's, purchased U.S. beer giant Anheuser-Busch for $52 billion. Buying Grupo Modelo would have given the combined company annual sales of $47 billion and 150,000 workers in 24 countries.


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Secretary's Column:
Smarter Balanced Q & A answers questions about testing
Regional SLO trainings for administrators to be offered in March and April
Grants available to fund after-school programs
Rules about "Smart Snacks" to take effect this summer
ELL student population growing in SD
State Library announces two new e-resources
Upcoming Events
CTE 101 Qualification Training
Jan. 18, Pierre
Behavior Plan Writing Process Workshop
Jan. 21, Rapid City
Program Improvement Follow-up:
• Business & Industry Partnerships
• Dual Credit & Industry Certifications
• Reading & Math Skills for the CTE Classroom
• Work Based Learning
• District Collaboration
Sessions offered Feb. 10-14, online
Building a Standards-Based Report Card 101
Feb. 13 and June 3, Rapid City
School Health Guidelines Training
March 17, Pierre
Secretary's Column:
By Dr. Melody Schopp
Department of Education
Welcome back. I hope you're refreshed after a restful holiday break.
I'm not one to make resolutions, but I am excited about the opportunity the new year presents to re-focus. For me, that means re-committing to the aspiration that all South Dakota students leave the K-12 system prepared for college, career and life. As you may recall, the department has identified key goals along the way to this overarching aspiration:
1) Students enter 4th grade proficient or advanced in reading.
2) Students enter 9th grade proficient or advanced in math.
3) Increase the academic success of Native American students.
4) Students graduate high school ready for postsecondary and the workforce.
Reflecting on where we have been, I think we have made great strides in addressing goal #4 in particular. We have taken steps to provide more students access to Advanced Placement and dual-credit courses. We have provided opportunities for students to complete remedial coursework prior to entering college. All of this has been done in an effort to help students hit the ground running when they enter a postsecondary institution.
We have also pushed forward with the work of the WoLakota Project, which pairs mentor-teachers with new teachers to help them embed the Oceti Sakowin Essential Understandings into their daily practice. While this is a start in terms of laying a foundation for the academic success of our Native American students, we have much more work to do in this area.
We also have work to do in the remaining two goal areas – reading and math proficiency – and that's where I see the department focusing its efforts in the months ahead.
These are weighty goals, and they require commitment from each one of us on a daily basis. It will take time, but I am resolute in the belief that we will get there. Thank you for your dedication to the children of our state. It's an honor to work with you, South Dakota's education leaders.
Smarter Balanced Q & A answers questions about testing
This article provides answers to some of the most commonly asked questions regarding the new Smarter Balanced assessment.
When will the Smarter Balanced Field Test be administered?
South Dakota's Smarter Balanced testing window is March 18-May 16. Districts are encouraged to complete testing by the end of April, but each school is free to determine what testing schedule, within that timeframe, will work best for them.
When will districts be receiving more information on testing?
Detailed information on administration times, scheduling sessions and more will be distributed to all districts after Jan. 10, when it is scheduled to become available from the consortium.
In addition, Smarter Balanced will make available approximately 10 web-based training modules by the end of January. These modules will include topics such as:
• Introduction to the Field Test (geared toward students)
• What is a Computer Adaptive Test (CAT)?
• Performance Tasks
• Test Administrator Training
• Administrator Interface
• Student Interface
• Accommodations
• Tools for Student Use
• Technology Requirements
What are students being tested on?
The Smarter Balanced assessment is aligned to the Common Core standards. It is not specifically aligned to any textbook or other curricular resource.
How long does it take for students to complete the test?
It is estimated that students will need about eight hours to complete the entire assessment, but it is important to note that the test is not timed. There are four main components to the test:
1) Math (content)
2) Math performance task
3) English language arts (content)
4) English language arts performance task
More information on testing times and scheduling testing sessions will be available after Jan. 10.
Is Smarter Balanced simply a multiple choice test administered online?
No. The Smarter Balanced assessment will ask students to do much more than answer multiple choice questions. Test items include technology-enhanced items and constructed response items in addition to multiple choice items. That is why administrators, teachers, students and parents are strongly encouraged to try the practice tests available at http://www.smarterbalanced.org/pilot-test/.
The practice tests demonstrate two important aspects of the new assessment:
1) The kinds of tasks students will need to perform during testing
2) The types of questions and the cognitive demand that will be expected of students
How can schools prepare students for this new kind of test?
Many schools are putting more thought into how technology and higher order questioning are being used in classrooms to help ensure that students are ready for new assessments. Once students have had the opportunity to take a practice test, teachers may want to think more about how they incorporate the use of these item types into their classroom instruction. Teachers may want to display practice items in class and discuss with students how to respond to the questions.
What basic technology is needed to administer the test?
Both Windows (XP and above) and Mac operating systems (OS 10.5 and higher) are supported with secure browsers developed for the different operating systems.
Apple iPads, versions 2 and 3 with OS 6 and 7 can be used. iPad minis are not supported. Android tablets such as Google Nexus 10, Motorola Xoom, Motorola Xyboard, Samsung Galaxy Note (10.1) and Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 (10.1) can be used for the field test. In addition, Chromebooks will be supported. For more information on the secure browsers, go to http://sbac.portal.airast.org//browsers/.
Students will need headphones for the listening section and they will need to use some type of pointing device (mouse, touchpad, stylus) in order to navigate and respond to items. If students are using tablets, external keyboards will be useful but not mandatory.
How well are students expected to perform on the assessment this year?
There will be frustration with the rollout of a new assessment, but that is why South Dakota has chosen to participate in the Field Test. This "test of the test" is an opportunity for administrators, teachers, students and parents to become familiar with these new expectations. No student scores will be reported this spring, and school accountability scores will not be affected for the coming school year.
Any time there is a move to new standards and a new assessment, a new baseline must be established. It is not fair or valid to compare performance on the Dakota STEP to performance on the Smarter Balanced assessment. The expectation is that proficiency on the Smarter Balanced assessment will look different than it did with the Dakota STEP.
Why is this test considered an improvement upon previous statewide assessments?
In spring 2015, the Smarter Balanced assessment will be fully adaptive. This means that based on student responses, the computer program will adjust the difficulty of questions throughout the assessment. For example, a student who answers a question correctly will receive a more challenging item, while an incorrect answer generates an easier question.
By adapting to the student as the assessment is taking place, these assessments present an individually tailored set of questions to each student and can quickly identify which skills students have mastered. This approach represents a significant improvement over traditional paper-and-pencil assessments used in many states today, providing more accurate scores for all students across the full range of the achievement continuum.
Why won't the test be fully adaptive in spring 2014?
To create an adaptive test, each test item must have an established difficulty value. The Field Test students take this spring will provide the statistics necessary to establish those item-level difficulty values. Toward the end of the Field Test administration window, Smarter Balanced will begin testing the adaptive engine, and some students may receive questions selected adaptively based on their responses.
Where can I find more information about the Field Test?
The Smarter Balanced website now has a page dedicated to Field Test information at http://www.smarterbalanced.org/field-test/.
Did you know?
More than 100 South Dakota educators have served on Smarter Balanced work groups and helped develop things like test items and achievement level descriptors.
For more information, contact Jan Martin, South Dakota Department of Education, at (605) 773-3246 or email@example.com.
Regional SLO trainings for administrators to be offered in March and April
The South Dakota Department of Education will be offering administrators regional one-day trainings on student learning objectives (SLOs) in spring 2014. Separate sessions will be held for elementary and secondary administrators. These trainings are intended for superintendents, principals, curriculum directors, SPED directors, and anyone else who will be evaluating teaching staff. Administrators will learn about the SLO process, how SLOs support a culture of data-driven instruction, and much more.
Teacher Effectiveness for the Elementary Administrator
Teacher Effectiveness for the Secondary Administrator
are scheduled as follows:
• March 18 in Pierre
• April 1 in Sioux Falls
• April 2 in Aberdeen
• April 9 in Rapid City • A session in late May will also be scheduled
Registration information will be available soon on the department's Calendar of Events at: https://southdakota.gosignmeup.com
Contact Carla Leingang at the South Dakota Department of Education, (605) 773-4638 or email@example.com, with any questions.
Grants available to fund after-school programs
Applications for the next round of 21st Century Community Learning Center (21st CCLC) grants are now available online at http://doe.sd.gov/oatq/21cent.aspx. The centers provide students with academic enrichment opportunities and activities designed to complement students' regular school instruction.
These are five-year grants awarded in amounts of $50,000 to $150,000 per year. Funds are often awarded to schools, but other organizations may also apply. The grants must specifically support programs offered outside of regular school hours.
The learning centers are intended to assist students from high-poverty areas and low-performing schools. Funding comes from the federal government in the form of formula grants to states. Because it is authorized under the No Child Left Behind law, programming must include an academic component and content-specific enrichment activities.
"The programs funded by these grants are important to students, their parents and the community. They give students a safe, fun and educational place to go after school," said Sue Burgard, who oversees the 21st CCLC grant program for the South Dakota Department of Education.
Grant applications must be submitted to the department by Feb. 28.
The 21st CCLC team has set up two webinars for applicants. Webinars are scheduled for Jan. 22 and 23 and will provide guidance and the opportunity for applicants to ask questions. Webinar participants must pre-register by Jan. 17. The webinars are not required, but applicants are strongly encouraged to participate in one. Go to: http://www.doe.sd.gov/oatq/21cent.aspx for the webinar schedule and registration.
Contact Jill Cotton at the South Dakota Department of Education, (605) 773-4693 or firstname.lastname@example.com, with any questions.
Rules about "Smart Snacks" to take effect in 2014-15
New federal rules regarding snacks in schools take effect July 1. At this time, snacks served in the classroom at no charge are not affected by the federal regulations. Schools can establish their own standards for snacks served in the classroom through their local wellness policy. The "Smart Snacks in School" regulation governs foods sold in school lunchrooms and throughout the school building from midnight through the end of the school day.
• Go to: http://www.fns.usda.gov/cnd/governance/legislation/allfoods.htm to read more about the "Smart Snacks" regulation
• Go to: http://www.doe.sd.gov/cans/documents/TeamNutrition_NonfoodRewards.pdf for ideas about nonfood rewards in the classroom. This rack card is available in quantity at no charge by contacting Shar Venjohn at (605) 773-3413 or firstname.lastname@example.com.
• Go to: http://www.doe.sd.gov/cans/documents/TeamNutrition_Fundraising.pdf for ideas about nonfood fundraising. This document is also available in quantity by contacting Shar Venjohn at (605) 773-3413 or firstname.lastname@example.com.
Contact Jason Person at the South Dakota Department of Education, (605) 773-6026 or email@example.com, with any questions.
ELL student population growing in SD
This story is the first in a series on English Language Learners (ELLs) in South Dakota. Next month, learn more about professional development, consortium partnerships and other resources available to help schools meet the needs of ELL students.
It is difficult to define ELLs as a group other than to say that they are students whose native language is not English and that they are not yet proficient in English. Often, the commonalities end there. That's because ELLs come from nearly every continent, and represent dozens, if not hundreds, of countries. They speak hundreds of languages, dialects and tongues.
In the United States, ELLs are more likely to be native born than to be immigrants or refugees. They come from every socioeconomic class within American society. Those who come from outside the United States may or may not have been receiving a formal education in their home country, may or may not be literate in their home language, and may or may not know some English.
There are three distinct populations of ELLs in South Dakota:
1) Hutterite colony students who have spoken only German until the time they enter school
2) Native American students
3) Refugees and immigrants
As of December 2013, 101 South Dakota school districts have at least one English Language Learner enrolled. The number of ELLs in South Dakota has grown from about 3,500 to approximately 5,000 in the past five to seven years. Shannon Malone, Title I Director for the South Dakota Department of Education, predicts that number could grow another 20 percent in the next five years.
"The growth in South Dakota's refugee and immigrant student population is similar to what is happening in other parts of the country," says Malone.
Industry is the primary factor driving the growth of the state's ELL population. The largest immigrant and refugee populations are found in Sioux Falls and Huron, partly because of employment opportunities at meatpacking and processing plants. The Aberdeen area is also experiencing growth. The impact is being felt in smaller surrounding communities as well.
There has been a recent change by the federal government regarding Native American students. Schools are no longer required to automatically identify Native American students as ELLs upon their entrance into school.
Meeting the needs of ELL students presents challenges for schools, not only in developing necessary programming but training teaching staff. Recognizing the unique challenges of educating ELLs, the 2013 South Dakota Legislature passed legislation that provides additional funding for students who are considered limited English proficient (LEP). The funding amounts to 25 percent of the current per-student allocation.
Learn more about resources available to schools as we continue our series in February.
For more information, contact Yutzil Rodriguez, South Dakota Department of Education Title Program Specialist, at (605) 773-4698 or email@example.com.
State Library announces two new e-resources
The State Library has announced two new e-resources called Mango Languages and ChiltonLibrary. Foreign language teachers, ESL students and CTE teachers are just a few of the individuals who will find these resources useful.
Mango Languages offers courses in more than 60 languages. Basic courses teach simple, practical skills for common conversation, and Complete 2.0 courses dive into in-depth language and grammar skills. The courses focus on four key areas of language learning: vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation and culture. A mobile version lets users learn wherever they have Internet access.
ChiltonLibrary puts CTE students in the driver's seat by placing their authoritative manuals online with monthly updates. No other source contains more years, makes and models.
These databases are available in public libraries and on school and academic campuses. The State Library provides free in-service training on statewide online resources to school librarians, administrators and faculty. Call 1-800-423-6665 for more information.
Any South Dakotan with a State Library-issued barcode and password can also access these resources from home at
Contact Julie Erickson (email@example.com) or Jane Healy (email@example.com) with questions.
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2014 legislative session opens Jan. 14
Track education-related bills at legis.sd.gov
Braille and large-print textbook order deadline Jan. 15
Alternative format textbook orders for fall 2014 must be submitted by Jan. 15 to the South Dakota State Library's Braille & Talking Book Program. For orders submitted past this date, the library cannot guarantee delivery in time for the first day of classes.
School districts pay for textbooks that need to be produced. Textbooks available for lending from the State Library collection will be sent free of charge on a first come, first served basis.
Go to: http://library.sd.gov/BTB/publications/APP/FRM-Textbook.pdf for the order form.
Districts must mail one print copy of each book that needs to be enlarged or brailled (two copies should be sent if two students will use the same book).
Upcoming Events
CTE 101 Qualification Training
Jan. 18, Pierre
CTE 101 training fulfills the requirement for secondary teachers to become SD Career & Technical Education (CTE) qualified teachers for approved CTE programs. The following teachers need to take this one-day training in order to be considered qualified:
1) Those new to teaching in approved CTE programs
2) Those in their early years of teaching (either from teacher preparation programs or via alternative certification)
3) Those who teach career or technical courses that are being added to approved CTE programs
The training will explore CTE initiatives, resources and program requirements. Attendees will receive a certificate of completion and continuing education hours. Bring a laptop computer equipped with Internet Explorer and Microsoft Excel.
Go to: https://southdakota.gosignmeup.com for more information.
Behavior Plan Writing Process Workshop
Jan. 21, Rapid City
This course walks participants through the process of writing positive, proactive and effective behavior plans. There is no magic wand or one plan that fits all, but there is a proven process a team can use to problem solve and come up with a plan for almost any behavior. Participants will become familiar with the entire process starting with data collection, using that data in the Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA), then taking the FBA and turning it into a Behavior Support Plan (BSP).
Go to: https://southdakota.gosignmeup.com for more information.
Program Improvement Follow-up:
• Business & Industry Partnerships
• Dual Credit & Industry Certifications
• Reading & Math Skills for the CTE Classroom
• Work Based Learning
• District Collaboration
Sessions offered Feb. 10-14, online
These two-hour webinars are follow-up to the CTE Program Improvement meetings held in November 2013. Participants from approved CTE programs will be reimbursed for substitute teachers. Following each webinar, two $1,500 Perkins reserve grants will be awarded to assist districts in implementing their program strategies. Participation in a webinar is required prior to applying for a grant.
Go to: https://southdakota.gosignmeup.com for more information.
Building a Standards-Based Report Card 101
Feb. 13 and June 3, Rapid City
This training will get your school/district on the right track to implementing a standards-based report card.
This training will focus on purpose, help align standards to student learning and assist in recording students' progress and achievement based on standards. The intent is to offer one approach to developing a standards-based report card through thoughtfully planned efforts and practical ideas.
The training will be on two separate dates (Feb. 13 and June 3) with time allotted in the interim to work on the report cards (homework for obtaining 1 graduate credit).
School Health Guidelines training
March 17, Pierre
Schools interested in learning how to develop or enhance their School Wellness Policy are encouraged to attend the "School Health Guidelines to Promote Healthy Eating and Physical Activity" training to be held from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Monday, March 17, at the Kings Inn Conference Center in Pierre.
The School Health Guidelines, developed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, provide evidence-based guidance for schools on how to most effectively promote the health of children and adolescents aged 5 to 18 years. To view guidelines, go to: http://www.cdc.gov/healthyyouth/npao/strategies.htm
Physical education and health teachers, school nutrition directors, school health council members, other school staff, community members, policy makers, parents, and students are all encouraged to attend this FREE training.
Sponsors include the South Dakota Departments of Education and Health and the Alliance for a Healthier Generation - South Dakota. For more information, call Karen Keyser at (605) 773-6808 or email firstname.lastname@example.com.
Go to: http://www.doe.sd.gov/pressroom/educationonline/2014/jan/documents/SHtraining.pdf for more information and to register.
These are only a few upcoming events. Go to: http://southdakota.gosignmeup.com/ for a complete listing.


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The Grand Hypocrisy Party (GHP) is also known as the Grand Old Party (GOP) or the Republican party also known as the Repugnicant Party. They say one thing and do another. Their stated ideology is completely intellectually inconsistent and filled with hypocrisy.
The Grand Hypocrisy Party says that they believe in small government, yet what they mean is small enough to fit into your bedroom and personal life where they insist on legislating their own narrow minded morality. They say they believe in fiscal discipline, complain about deficit spending, yet advocate tax cuts for the top 2% of the ultra wealthy and yet don't even pretend to offer a way to pay for them. They say they believe in the Constitution yet have acted to undercut the Constitutional rights of the People and advocate amending the Constitution and abolishing Amendments that guarantee people fundamental rights!
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Del Mar Taste & Art Stroll
What a perfect Sunday afternoon in Del Mar. Del Mar's main street, Camino Del Mar was closed for the Del Mar Taste & Art Stroll. The annual event featured over 40 local artists showcasing everything from watercolor landscapes of Del Mar to handcrafted jewelry made from local materials. The event was kid and pet friendly with face painting and even treat and water stations for all the petite pooches. The street was also peppered with musicians, that added a upbeat soundtrack to the day.
The highlight of the Del Mar Taste & Art Stroll had to be the 28 tastes from Del Mar's 28 restaurants, Hottest of which was KITCHEN 1540 Philly cheese steak station. One of only two restaurants that cooked their tastes to order at their booth. The Philly cheese steak was complimented with a spicy roasted pepper sauce atop a freshly grilled roll... Delish!
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
In a small pot heat milk and butter with salt and pepper, to taste, over low heat. Bring to a simmer.
Layer the sliced potatoes into a 9-inch pie plate or scallop potato dish. Add hot milk and butter. Top with cheese and bake for 30 minutes.
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Place a baking sheet in the oven to preheat.
Using the slicing attachment on a food processor or a knife, slice the potatoes into thin discs about 1/4-inch thick. Place 1/3 of the sliced potatoes into a container with cold water and reserve. Place remaining 2/3 of the potatoes in a large bowl with 2 teaspoons canola oil, salt and pepper, to taste, and toss to coat. Remove the baking sheet from the oven and spray with nonstick cooking spray. Transfer the potatoes to the baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes, flip each chip and bake for another 10 minutes.
In a medium pot heat 3 cups of canola oil to 360 degrees F.
In a large bowl combine remaining dry ingredients except 1/2 cup flour and season with salt and pepper. Whisk in the seltzer water.
Place the remaining 1/2 cup flour on a plate or pie dish and season with salt and pepper. Dredge the tilapia in the flour, shake off excess, then dip into batter. Carefully place the battered fish into the hot oil. Working in batches so not to crowd the pot, fry for 6 minutes until golden brown. Remove to an oven-proof plate lined with papers towels or a brown paper bag. Repeat with remaining fillets. While frying remaining tilapia keep the cooked fillets warm in a preheated 250 degree F oven.
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"When a disease or death approaches nobody is an atheist"Clearly, theists need this reality check.
"When a disease or death approaches nobody is an atheist"
Many people reach a stage of serious doubt. At this point religion does not play a major role. But something prevents them from going to full atheist.
"When a disease or death approaches nobody is an atheist"This is a very common theistic argument. They claim when people are desperate everybody asks God for help.This isn't true. However, I find the opposite to be true. When confronted with a heart attack theists will go to emergency room in the hospital instead of praying to God and waiting to be healed.This destroys the idea that faith healing works. If it worked theists could rely completely on faith. Hospitals would be empty. The government would have no trouble managing money for building more hospitals. It would be enough to pray and wait.Clearly, theists need this reality check.
Christians (and perhaps other religions) use prayer for the silliest of things. They know they will die yet pray that they don't. I say this is silly because most Christians (at least the one's I know or have read about) tend to want to be with the loved ones they lost, be with Jesus, be with Biblegod, and can't wait to go to heaven.Also, many of them can't wait for the rapture.Yet, on their death bed; they want nothing more to live.-Nam
And of course JW's who believe blood transfusions are sinful and thus sacrifice the lives of their own children in the name of their faith. Stupid, stupid people.
Quote from: Lectus on October 27, 2012, 09:17:13 AM"When a disease or death approaches nobody is an atheist"Clearly, theists need this reality check.True - this comes from "There are no atheists in a foxhole." Quite frankly, the person who said this first needs to be tied to a lamppost and beaten to death with a bible. Why a sudden delusion should come across you, when what is required is a real-world solution, defeats me.
I do find it particularly interesting that people who claim science is false and that it is God's way that is true, including beliefs that God will answer their prayers, but when they are ill, particularly when life threatening, they rely on science and not God, sure they'll pray, but it's always the science that cures them.
When confronted with a heart attack theists will go to emergency room in the hospital instead of praying to God and waiting to be healed.
Let us pray that scientists are blessed with the patience and knowledge to find cures for diseases, such as cancer and AIDS ....
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Alexander Blouse
Added Feb 15, 2010
By burdastyle
New York, New Yo...
This blouse is truly a work of art and quite a unique pattern. The ruffled sleeves and rippling hemline are created by various darts and gathers while the front and back openings both close with a sweet line of buttons. We made our Alexander* blouse from black & white polka-dot silk charmeuse with a matching belt (included in pattern).
*In loving memory of Alexander McQueen, a truly innovative and inspiring man.
Material Notes
Sizes 32-44: 1 3/4 yards (1.5 meters) self, 90 × 50cm interfacing, 13 buttons
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Feb 16, 2010, 08.49 AMby janul
I want to be that model, wow! She´s so beautiful! :)
Feb 16, 2010, 06.35 AMby lizzi574
This blouse is fantastic. Its the first pattern in a while that has really made me want to buy it because its different, elegant and flattering with some really cute details.
Feb 16, 2010, 04.16 AMby freakusbzzz
Finally a pattern i like! I bought some fabric on the weekend and it would be perfect, just went and got some buttons for it.
Feb 16, 2010, 04.04 AMby kaithladios
Yay Burdastyle!!
Feb 16, 2010, 03.09 AMby camilaustral
i don't like it a lot. i don't think is very flattering for all bodies.
Feb 15, 2010, 11.05 PMby nenasew
Really beautiful. I am going to put this project in my list.
Feb 15, 2010, 10.43 PMby sunnilj9
Oh its simply darling and so feminine! I love it! I can't wait to download it and make it. Love love love the pleats and waistband detail!
Feb 15, 2010, 10.05 PMby stefanisarah
The sleeve is interestingly designed. Really, I'd thought they were set in until I saw the technical drawing.
Feb 15, 2010, 10.01 PMby fifuzz
Gorgeous!! Full marks Burdastyle!! I'm making this one straightaway!
Feb 15, 2010, 09.37 PMby clairegeit
Lovely Blouse – Is there any plans to do a plus size next week?
Feb 15, 2010, 08.37 PMby lunatepetal
oh so very pretty! I think it will be great as a dress top/bodice as well :)
Feb 15, 2010, 07.52 PMby threadsquare
I love this, and way to go BurdaStyle. As soon as I saw the pattern name I smiled!
Feb 15, 2010, 07.36 PMby frkbustad
So nice and respectful of you, BurdaStyle! Lee McQueen will hopefully be remembered as one of the greatest designers in the fashion industry.
Feb 15, 2010, 07.23 PMby ghainskom
A winner.
Feb 15, 2010, 07.21 PMby stitchywitchy
Lovely and retro – and great modeled photos!
Feb 15, 2010, 07.11 PMby ncn6
It's really cute! It has a vintage feel to it that reminds me a lot of the sencha blouse by Colette patterns. Great stuff!
I'm a bit confused by the buttons in the front and the back, though. Do both sides button up, or is one side just decorative?
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Feb 15, 2010, 07.26 PMby alisondahl
Wow, the polka dot fabric makes these blouses look especially similar.
As per your question, both sides button up. Also- I'm so relieved to say that we have someone new editing our instructions. The steps for this blouse have been modified by this person and I find them much more clear- hopefully you all will too. Looking forward to feedback.
Feb 16, 2010, 12.39 AMby thecuriouskiwi
Super cute guys and @alisondahl thanks for looking into the instructions editing. Any chance you can have this fabulous person look at the Jenny skirt instructions? You guys are doing such a great job on the new site now, well done xx
Feb 16, 2010, 12.41 AMby thecuriouskiwi
Oh and ps ncn6, the Collete patterns are just wonderful, I got the Parfait and Ceylon patterns last week, they are so beautifully packaged it made me squeal with delight, I can't wait to make one of them.
Feb 16, 2010, 01.31 PMby ncn6
Hey kaitui kiwi, I got some Colette patterns recently too! I picked up the Sencha blouse and the Rooibos dress and I'm working on the sencha blouse in a silk charmuese now, which is probably why the Alexander reminded me so much of it! I'm not normally one who can afford expensive patterns, but I had a little extra income from some hemming and so I splurged. I think the Alexander blouse is very similar in spirit, though, and for a good price!
ps. Can't wait to see what your Ceylon turns out like!
Feb 15, 2010, 07.05 PMby anio
Model is so pretty.
Feb 15, 2010, 06.46 PMby spiderlily
it's very sweet! Great job :)
Feb 15, 2010, 06.38 PMby susanne2011
This is a really awesome blouse, thanks so much! The girl modeling the blouse is absolutely stunning!
Feb 15, 2010, 06.37 PMby carottesauvage
Waow! amazing!
Feb 15, 2010, 06.36 PMby pinksalamander
Alexander? Very befitting. Really nice design!
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Remembering 9/11 - Senior Court Officer - Sergeant Thomas Jurgens
With his life cut short at 26 years old, the accomplishments Tommy achieved in life were staggering. He lived in Long Island with his wife, of just three short months, Joan. Tom was a United States Army veteran serving as a combat medic in the Persian Gulf War and also in the New York State Army National Guard. He was Captain of Engine 334 of the Meadowmere Park Fire Department.
Tom entered the New York State Unified Court System and became a court officer on April 20, 1998. His first assignment was Bronx Criminal Court. In November 1999, Tommy promoted to Senior Court Officer, he was assigned to Manhattan Supreme Court - Criminal Term, 111 Centre Street. His last assignment was on security, patrolling the perimeter around the court complex.
Tommy was on duty on September 11, 2001 patrolling the courthouse when the first plane hit the World Trade Center. He raced to the scene in a jury bus filled with other court officers to treat the wounded and assist in evacuating civilians. Joan once said, "Any kind of crisis, he would always be the first to respond." Tom's partner SCO Joe Ranauro last saw him coming out of the lower levels of 5WTC with injured civilians. Tommy's last words were "I have to go down, those people need help." Then the South Tower had come down, crushing the side of 5WTC. Being on the other side, he didn't make it out.


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Elizabeth R. Whelan is a UK-born artist and portrait painter. She grew up in Canada and completed her education in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Since then, the Chesapeake Bay and New England coastlines have been her home.
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Whelan's observation of detail carries over into her other works, with subjects ranging from still life and landscape to maritime, agricultural, and botanical. Her background in illustration helps her identify compositions with strong design and interesting subject matter. She works with local, national and international clients.
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