text: Main Content Act 116 of 1973 friendly link Printer Friendly bills affecting index and updates Search within this Statute for CHILD CARE ORGANIZATIONSAct 116 of 1973AN ACT to provide for the protection of children through the licensing and regulation of child care organizations; to provide for the establishment of standards of care for child care organizations; to prescribe powers and duties of certain departments of this state and adoption facilitators; to provide penalties; and to repeal acts and parts of acts. History: 1973, Act 116, Eff. Mar. 29, 1974 ;-- Am. 1994, Act 209, Eff. Jan. 1, 1995 ;-- Am. 1997, Act 165, Eff. Mar. 31, 1998 Compiler's Notes: For transfer of powers and duties pertaining to children's camp, child care center, day care center, family day care home, and group day care home licensing and regulation from department of human services to department of licensing and regulatory affairs, see E.R.O. No. 2015-1, compiled at MCL 400.227.Popular Name: Act 116Popular Name: Child Care Licensing Act © 2017 Legislative Council, State of MichiganThe People of the State of Michigan enact: DocumentTypeDescription Section 722.111SectionDefinitions; exemption from inspections and on-site visits. Section 722.111aSectionConcurrent licensing as adult foster care family home; additional children; combined licensed capacity; definitions. Section 722.112SectionRules; ad hoc committee; review. Section 722.112aSectionChild caring institution, child care center, or group child care home; person certified in first aid and CPR; applicability of MCL 722.125. Section 722.112bSectionDefinitions; scope. Section 722.112cSectionPersonal restraint and seclusion; use in child caring institution contracting with community mental health services program or prepaid inpatient health plan; education, training, and knowledge. Section 722.112dSectionPersonal restraint or seclusion; use; limitations; requirements. Section 722.112eSectionPersonal restraint or seclusion; release; documentation; record; notification; debriefing; report of serious occurrence; annual report. Section 722.113SectionInspection of child care organizations; contract; provisional license; investigation and certification of foster family home or group home; inspection reports; final determination as to license; report of findings; license limitations. Section 722.113aSectionVisiting child at child care center or day care center; effect of court order. Section 722.113bSectionSmoking prohibited; "smoke" defined. Section 722.113cSectionSmoking on premises of family child care home during hours of operation prohibited; notice to parents of smoking during other hours; definitions. Section 722.113dSectionSmoking on premises of group child care home during hours of operation prohibited; posting notice; notice to parents of smoking during other hours. Section 722.113eSectionCriminal history check required; posting notice; rules. Section 722.113fSectionChild care organization receiving notice of special investigation classified as high risk; notification to parent or legal guardian; requirements; noncompliance; determination of substantial rule violations; availability of information to public; exceptions; "special investigation" defined. Section 722.113gSectionLicensing notebook. Section 722.114SectionConsultation and assistance to organizations. Section 722.115SectionLicense or certificate of registration required; application; forms; investigations; on-site visit; issuance or renewal of license; issuance of certificate of registration; certifying compliance, services, and facilities; conditions; orientation session; limitations on certificate; investigation and certification of foster family home or group home; placement of children in foster family home, family group home, unlicensed residence, adult foster care family home, or adult foster care small group home; certification; supervisory responsibility; records; exceptions; receipt of completed application; issuance of license within certain period of time; inspections; report; criminal history check or criminal records check; definitions. Section 722.115aSectionProviding records to children's ombudsman. Section 722.115bSectionContract with license applicant; review of application; issuance or denial of license; county juvenile agency as party to proceeding. Section 722.115cSectionApplicant for child care organization license; criminal history check and criminal records check; requirements; fee; definitions. Section 722.115dSectionOffer of employment to person at child care organization; criminal history check; current employees; cost. Section 722.115eSectionArraignment of licensee or employee; report; crimes; licensee or employee not convicted of crime; deletion of information from records; notice requirements. Section 722.115fSectionOperation of family or group child care home; conduct of criminal history check and criminal records check by department of state police; fee; arraignment of registrant or licensee for certain crimes; report required; violation; penalty; deletion of arraignment information from records; notice; criminal history check and criminal records check on current licensees and registrants; exception. Section 722.115gSectionPerformance of criminal history check. Section 722.115hSectionApplication for or to renew license to operate foster family home or foster family group home; criminal history check required; procedures. Section 722.115iSectionLicensee or resident arraigned for certain crimes; report; violation; penalty; person not convicted; notice. Section 722.115jSectionCriminal history check performed by department. Section 722.115kSectionStorage and maintenance of fingerprints; automated fingerprint identification system database. Section 722.115lSectionIntentional false report as crime; penalties. Section 722.116SectionEvaluation of local and state government child care organizations; report; state funds. Section 722.117SectionProvisional license. Section 722.118SectionRegular license; duration; reinstatement; contents. Section 722.118aSectionAssessment of foster family home or group home; certification; on-site evaluation. Section 722.118bSectionRegulation of foster family homes or foster family group homes; variance. Section 722.119SectionChild care organization; presence of certain individuals prohibited; conditions; contact by certain individuals prohibited; conditions; documentation that individual not named in central registry; policy regarding supervision of volunteers; children's camps or campsites. Section 722.119aSectionCertificate of registration; duration; renewal; contents; assessing compliance; on-site visits. Section 722.120SectionInvestigation and examination of conditions, books, records, and reports; visits regarding health or fire protection; records; report; forms; confidentiality; disclosure of information; availability of confidential records. Section 722.120aSectionContribution. Section 722.121SectionDenial, revocation, or refusal to renew license or certificate of registration; modifying provisional status of license; grounds; notice; appeal; hearing; decision; protest; denial of license for noncompliance; complaint by legislative body of city, village, or township; procedure; previous revocation of license or certificate of registration. Section 722.121aSectionNotice of location of new and existing licensed child caring institutions or foster family group homes. Section 722.121bSectionDatabase on child care options. Section 722.122SectionAppeal. Section 722.123SectionInjunction. Section 722.124SectionPersons authorized to place child. Section 722.124aSectionConsent to medical and surgical treatment of minor child; "routine, nonsurgical medical care" defined. Section 722.124bSectionDefinitions used in MCL 722.124b, 722.124c, and 722.124d. Section 722.124cSectionFiling of public information form by primary adoption facilitator; contents; authentication; applicability of section to certain adoptions. Section 722.124dSectionPublic information form; reporting nonconfidential information; detachable section; distribution of blank forms; acceptance and maintenance of completed forms; individual requests for information about adoption facilitators; sending nonconfidential portion in response to individual's request; fee. Section 722.124eSectionLegislative findings and declaration; requirement to provide services that conflict with child placing agency's religious beliefs prohibited; adverse action against child placing agency prohibited; information to be provided to applicant; defense in administrative or judicial proceeding; ability of another child placing agency to provide services not limited; definitions. Section 722.124fSectionDecision to accept or not referral; defense in administrative or judicial proceeding; "adverse action" defined. Section 722.125SectionViolation of act; violation of rule causing death of child; penalty; conviction as ground for revocation of license or certificate of registration; effect of revocation, denial, or refusal to renew. Section 722.126SectionEducation of public. Section 722.127SectionObjection on religious grounds to medical examination, immunization, or treatment of child. Section 722.127aSectionUse of inhaler or epinephrine auto-injector by child at children's camp. Section 722.128SectionRepeal.


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Fife to start Sunday, Greinke moved back a day
By Ken Gurnick / MLB.com
CHICAGO -- The Dodgers plan to use a sixth starter this rotation cycle and activate Stephen Fife from the disabled list to pitch on Sunday against the Cubs, pushing Zack Greinke to Monday night in St. Louis.
Greinke, who last pitched Tuesday night against the Yankees, didn't throw his between-starts bullpen session until Friday, which puts him on schedule to start Monday.
Fife, on the 15-day disabled list since July 7 with right shoulder bursitis, had been scheduled to make a rehab start for Triple-A Albuquerque.
The club hasn't yet announced the plan. Manager Don Mattingly was non-committal on Friday, saying Fife will pitch on Sunday for the Isotopes or the Dodgers, but he wouldn't elaborate.
By inserting Fife, the Dodgers will give their five-man rotation an extra day of rest. The juggling also shifts Greinke from facing the fourth-place Cubs to the second-place Cardinals.
It's unclear how the Dodgers will make room for Fife on the 25-man roster. Rookie right-hander Chris Withrow could be optioned, although he recently has been used in more important situations.
A more likely alternative is reliever Carlos Marmol, especially since the signing of Brian Wilson, another former All-Star closer. Marmol hasn't pitched in a week and wasn't sharp in his first two Dodgers appearances.
The former Cubs closer pitched for the first time as a visitor at Wrigley Field in Friday's 6-2 win over Chicago, working around a walk and a single for a scoreless ninth.
Also unclear is what will happen on the next rotation cycle -- whether Fife will remain in the rotation and displace Chris Capuano, or if Fife will be optioned back to Albuquerque.
Fife is 3-3 with a 2.76 ERA in eight starts for the Dodgers this season.
Capuano, Federowicz have good connection
CHICAGO -- Chris Capuano is scheduled to be the starting pitcher for the Dodgers on Saturday, which means Tim Federowicz will be the starting catcher.
Manager Don Mattingly said it was never his plan to have any pitcher linked to one catcher.
"But I can't be so hard headed to ignore the fact that they just click," Mattingly said. "I'm not afraid to have A.J. [Ellis] catch Cap, but there's a double reason. This helps keep A.J. strong and gives Fed regular experience. I can't tell you why Cap and Fed have worked so well together. They just do."
Capuano's ERA in nine outings with Federowicz catching is 3.06. In six with Ellis catching, it's 8.38.
"It helps me know I've got him and I can prepare for the opposing lineup," said Federowicz. "Today, I'll make sure I'm watching what [Cubs hitters] are trying to do with [Hyun-Jin] Ryu."
Capuano said he never requested the linkage, but the veteran lefty doesn't mind taking advantage of it.
"Really, it goes back to Spring Training of 2012," he said. "Fed caught my first couple of [bullpen sessions] and Spring Training appearances, and immediately I was comfortable with him. He caught my rehab start with Albuquerque this year.
"It's just a comfort level. It's hard to identify certain things. It's not like I was uncomfortable with A.J. I know the numbers are better with Fed, and that's why they started to pair us up. I didn't ask. I've never been superstitious about who I throw to. I never concern myself with that. My job is to make pitches."
Capuano said their collegiate rivalry has added to the friendship. Capuano was a Phi Beta Kappa at Duke, Federowicz a star at the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill.
"We have good banter with the rivalry and a good relationship just developed," Capuano said. "I'm sure that's part of it."
Dodgers give Ramirez, Crawford day off
CHICAGO -- After giving Andre Ethier and A.J. Ellis the night off on Thursday, Dodgers manager Don Mattingly had Hanley Ramirez and Carl Crawford out of Friday's lineup.
"Just a day," said Mattingly. "Hanley's fine. The second day [after traveling] is the battle day."
Nick Punto started at shortstop for Ramirez and Scott Van Slyke in left field for Crawford. Punto drove in two runs and Van Slyke walked twice and had an RBI.
"Nick is much better against left-handers and Van Slyke gives Carl a day with a ton of righties coming," Mattingly said.
Mattingly used Mark Ellis in the leadoff spot for Crawford and had Yasiel Puig batting cleanup in place of Ramirez. Ellis doubled and scored before he was ejected in the fourth inning, and Puig reached base four times.
Ken Gurnick is a reporter for MLB.com. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.

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Last weekend, Jon, Seven & I headed north into Pennsylvania to visit my sister and her family. It was a great trip, and one of the highlights was all piling in to their gas guzzler and making the trek to Baltimore, where we spent the biggest part of the day playing and learning at the National Aquarium.
Seven has been to a couple of aquariums already in his short life, including the small one on the Outer Banks, as well as the large Ripley's Aquarium in Myrtle Beach. But nothing quite like the National Aquarium. It had been years since I visited, and seeing it this time through the eyes of my little guy was a true experience. Housing over 10,000 fish, this is one giant playground. Coral Reefs and Sting Rays, Moray Eels – all things I truly enjoy and love to be able to introduce my son to. There was something new around every corner…from sharks to giant sea turtles, to catfish and jellyfish…even a Rainforest. One of our favorite areas of the aquarium was the Jellyfish exhibit. Not only are they amazing to look at, but Seven is a sucker for things to peek into, or computerized screens, or buttons to push that make sounds. Lucky for him – all of that was available in the Jellyfish area. He even managed to find a matching game!
The true highlight for everyone in the group (especially the 3, 7 & 8 year olds) was the Dolphin Show. Heads up…don't sit down low, or you'll get soaked! We were smart enough to sit a bit higher up, so no towels needed. Seven got a kick out of hearing the dolphins talk (as did I, I just love those little voices!) as well as seeing them dance. They really are fascinating creatures, and so friendly and intelligent. My only complaint was wishing it lasted longer! If you are interested in going, get tickets in advance, as the Dolphin Experience fills up fast, especially on weekends.
By the end of the show, Seven was pooped – we'd been at the aquarium for several hours by then, but despite nearly falling asleep on us, he managed to make it a little longer…and konked out in my lap – the first time EVER – at dinner.
If you ever have the opportunity, I highly recommend visiting the National Aquarium. Make a nice weekend on it – the Inner Harbor of Baltimore is a really fun place! There are plenty of wonderful restaurants, shops, and sights to see, as well as fantastic nearly hotels that will allow you to pretty much park once and walk the rest of the weekend.
For more information on the National Aquarium, please visit their website. They also have a Twitter account (and are very friendly there!), as well as a Fan Page on Facebook you should join for news and events.
If you want to know about anything I didn't mention, send me a note, I'd be happy to answer if I can! I love to talk about traveling!


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I'm creating a program that gets a name and phone number from user input and puts it in a list. It starts out with a blank list, numbered 1 through 20, that looks like this:
1. (000) 000-0000
2. (000) 000-0000
3. (000) 000-0000
4. (000) 000-0000
5. (000) 000-0000
I can't figure out how to get the phone numbers all lined up vertically, because the length of each name the user enters will be different (this is why setw() doesn't work).
Any ideas? Let me know if you want me to post the code I have so far.


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Scioscia looks for more than offense from catchers
By William Boor / MLB.com
ANAHEIM -- Chris Iannetta is in the midst of a long slump at the plate, but Angels manager Mike Scioscia -- a former catcher -- believes offense is not the most important thing the team needs from its catcher.
"If you're going to trade off something, you're going to trade off the offensive side of what a catcher brings," Scioscia said. "Chris hasn't hit his stride yet, but we need a catcher back there that understands the whole staff and what they need to bring on a day-to-day basis. And that's where we put our energy on the catching side."
Iannetta is currently hitting .195 and only has one hit in his last 10 games. While Hank Conger has started some games -- mostly those in which C.J. Wilson started -- for the Angels as well, the catcher's spot has not produced much offensive firepower for the Angels.
Whether Iannetta or Conger is behind the plate, Angels catchers are hitting just .205 this season, the worst of any position.
Angels catchers have had a hard time throwing out basestealers, but have a .989 fielding percentage. Conger has three errors and Iannetta has yet to commit one in 292 total chances.
"I think first and foremost, when we are grading out our catchers and looking at what they bring to our team, we are going to look at the defensive numbers first," Scioscia said. "Chris has definitely improved since the start of the season and Hank is coming along."
Rehabbing Bourjos reports improvement in hamstring
ANAHEIM -- While the Angels went on a six-game road trip to Houston and Chicago, Peter Bourjos went to Arizona to get treatment on his strained left hamstring.
"It was good," Bourjos said of his stint in Arizona. "Just did some rehab there and started to feel a little better."
Bourjos, who was walking with a noticeable limp during the Angels brief four-game homestand against the Orioles, was walking fine prior to Monday's game.
"It was probably about Tuesday that I started to feel pretty good, where I was walking normal," Bourjos said. "Every day it's getting better."
Since he is no longer hobbling around the Angels clubhouse, Bourjos was able to play catch on Tuesday -- something he had not done since his injury.
Playing catch however, has been the only baseball related activity Bourjos has been able to do. Bourjos does not know when he will begin to either hit or run, but prior to Monday's game, he had not talked to the trainers about his plans for the week.
The center fielder strained his hamstring exactly two weeks ago and feels he is on schedule to return in another two to four weeks -- matching the initial four-to-six week timetable.
Bourjos is hitting .313 in 22 games this season.
Aybar out of lineup, but available off bench
ANAHEIM -- Angels shortstop Erick Aybar has missed three straight games with a hamstring injury and is likely to miss his fourth as he is not in Monday's starting lineup, but is available off the bench.
While Aybar was hoping to start at shortstop Monday, his return to the starting lineup will have to wait at least another day.
Aybar did workout as planned prior to Monday's game and the workout was positive enough that Angels manager Mike Scioscia said the switch-hitting shortstop could be used -- an option that was not available the past few days.
"He felt great," Scioscia said of Aybar's pregame workout. "Had a great workout today. He'll be available today and most likely will play tomorrow."
Aybar has only played in 16 of the Angels 37 games this season as he was on the disabled list with a left heel issue earlier in the season.
Madson continues to inch toward return to big leagues
ANAHEIM -- While the Angels began a nine-game homestand with Monday night's 11-4 loss to the Royals, reliever Ryan Madson got in some work for Class A Inland Empire.
Madson, who is recovering from Tommy John surgery, could be activated from the disabled list either late this week or this weekend.
Madson pitched a 1-2-3 ninth inning with one strikeout and recorded the save in his latest outing. It is likely Madson will pitch in another rehab game on Wednesday.
In his bullpen sessions, as well as during Saturday's simulated game in Arizona, Madson's fastball has been clocked in the 91-to-92-mph range. Prior to his Tommy John surgery, Madson said he was pitching around 94 to 95 mph with highs of 97.
While Madson believes the velocity will continue to climb -- and it has been throughout his rehab -- he feels he "can absolutely" get guys out at his current velocity.
With Ernesto Frieri pitching well in the closer's role, it is unclear what Madson's role will be upon his return, but the reliever is not worried about it and simply wants to get back on a Major League mound.
"I just want to pitch and feel good and get outs," Madson said. "Everything else has always taken care of itself."
Angels manager Mike Scioscia would prefer to ease Madson, who has not pitched in a Major League game since 2011, back into action, but acknowledges that is not always the way things work out.
"I think right away, in a perfect world, you want to put him into a situation where he can get some work in and pitch," Scioscia said. "If you're talking about long term, where his upside is this season, there's no doubt he's a back end bullpen guy. If that's going to happen in his first appearance back, that remains to be seen. You'd like to see him just get his feet on the ground and get an inning."
Worth noting
• Jered Weaver played catch prior to Monday's game and if he feels good on Tuesday, he is expected to throw his third bullpen session.
• Sean Burnett also played catch on Monday and Scioscia believes the left-hander will start throwing from a mound later this week.
William Boor is an associate reporter for MLB.com. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.


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Q. Hi Oracle,
In the acoustic version of In My Place being released for Oxfam's video, I could swear that I hear Chris singing "How long must you wait for *him*", and not "How long must you wait for *it*". Is it true that perhaps on an older version of the song, it was "him" and not "it"?
RK from Canada
The lyrics have never been "him" in any early versions - always "it" but yeah, for whatever reason it either sounds like Chris is singing "him" or he very well may be!


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To hear Babson hockey coach Jamie Rice tell it, his decision to start Zeke Testa in net against Norwich on Jan. 12 came down to playing a hunch.
The decision would more aptly be described as coach's intuition, the "hunch" being founded on what he came to know about Testa over the last four years. Sort of like playing the stock market with insider information. Or sitting at a blackjack table and knowing how the deck is stacked. That kind of hunch.
To hear Babson hockey coach Jamie Rice tell it, his decision to start Zeke Testa in net against Norwich on Jan. 12 came down to playing a hunch.
The decision would more aptly be described as coach's intuition, the "hunch" being founded on what he came to know about Testa over the last four years. Sort of like playing the stock market with insider information. Or sitting at a blackjack table and knowing how the deck is stacked. That kind of hunch.
But Rice could forgive the rest of his coaching staff if the decision gave them temporary pause.
Testa, a Wellesley native, senior captain and Babson goalie since his freshman year, had been relegated to the bench after playing poorly in the first two games of the season following a subpar junior year. Freshman netminder Jamie Murray had taken the reins and the team turned it around after a slow start, going 8-2-1 while winning the Middlebury Tournament.
"It was definitely tough," Testa said of watching from the bench. "It was a good challenge for me though. I worked hard in the offseason coming in expecting to be the starte,r and I think that was the hardest part for me. I had worked so hard to solidify myself as the starter, so it knocked me down a little bit when I was the number two just two games into the season.
"But Jamie deserved to be our number one goalie at the time and we had a good relationship about it and I think that's why we've had so much success, because it's not about the individual, it's about the team."
In the meantime, Testa picked up a spot start against Curry on Dec. 5 and tallied his first win in over a calendar year — his last victory came against Skidmore on Nov. 19, 2011.
So when Rice decided that Testa would get the start on the road against Norwich — the No. 1 Division III team in the country — it was cause for some bewildermen.
But maybe they just forgot what he knew.
"Myself and two other coaches were sitting in the hotel room, and I just said to my assistants, 'I think I want to go with Zeke tomorrow,' " said Rice. "And honestly they both looked at me like, 'Excuse me?' And I just said, 'Yeah, I believe in the kid,' and we just talked it through as a staff, and by the end I had either convinced them or they just wanted me to shut up.
"I honestly felt like Zeke was up to the task. He had just played well there and credit to him, he had been practicing well and looked good in practice. I thought it was our best chance to win and we thought it was an injection. It was strictly a hunch. … Well, it was a hunch based off the fact that Zeke's an unbelievable kid and had been a good player here and a warrior and everything that you could want as a teammate, as a brother or a son. It was very easy for me to say this was our guy who's going to get the job done today."
With that endorsement, you can guess how the game played out. Testa lived up to his coach's premonition, making 33 saves while guiding Babson to a 4-1 victory.
"Honestly I hadn't played a game in about a month, and I said just have fun with it," said Testa. "I was nervous but in a good way, I feel I play my best when I'm playing on positive energy, so I said have fun, you've done it before. It was a great chance to play a great team. I felt confident with how I was playing in practice in everything, and I knew my teammates had confidence in me.
"It was kind of like those first-year nerves that came back to me, it was kind of refreshing. I could take those nerves and just take it all in again."
This was the key game in Testa's season, the moment that turned everything around.
"I don't think there's any question that's when he won his job back," said Rice. "He went in there and got the job done."
But it was still some time before he officially wrestled the position away from Murray. Testa got the next start, a tie against Williams. Murray then started three straight, the last a 7-5 loss to UMass-Boston on Jan. 25. Testa started the next game, battling UMass-Boston to a tie.
Then, on Feb. 1, Testa was again tasked with going on the road against a tough opponent. Again he stepped up, making 39 saves to shut out Castleton State in a 1-0 Babson victory.
Rice was convinced. Testa was going to be his goalie the rest of the way.
And again, Testa made his coach look good.
With Testa between the pipes for the final 10 games, the Beavers went 7-1-2, riding the senior captain to the team's fifth ECAC East conference title.
As seems to be his style, Testa saved his best for last.
After surviving UMass-Boston in overtime of the conference semifinals Friday, Babson had a rematch with Norwich in the tournament championship Saturday night.
And, again, Testa had the number of the nation's top-ranked team, making 39 saves in Babson's 2-1 victory, a performance that earned him tournament MVP honors.
The tournament championship capped off his outstanding, if unconventional, regular season. Overall, Testa went 9-2-4 with a .934 save percentage and a GAA of 1.90, and last week was named ECAC East Goalie of the Year.
"It's very gratifying," said Testa. "I think just to be able to be on a team that has this kind of camaraderie is gratifying enough, but to be a leader on this team as one of the six seniors, everyone has a role and everyone buys into that, everyone collectively has one goal in mind and that is just to win and everyone is just working for each other."
And his season isn't over. The conference title gives Babson an automatic berth in the NCAA tournament.
At the moment, it seems Babson can go as far as Testa can take them.
Babson senior captain Sarah Collins and freshman Linnett Graber headlined the list of NEWMAC women's basketball postseason award winners. Collins was named NEWMAC Player of the Year and All-Conference first team, while Graber was honored as the league's Rookie of the Year and was a member of the All-NEWMAC second team. Clark University's Emily Reilly, of Marlborough, was also named to the first team. …
Middlebury College senior Sarah O'Brien, of Wellesley, was part of the indoor track relay team that broke the Division III indoor record of 11:34.36 set by UW-Platteville with a time of 11:32.36 at the Open New England Championships at Boston University last week.
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This post is probably straying off topic but I couldn't resist. I should probably start another thread or revive the old Altivec thread.quote:
IMO 90% of the manual code optimization effort is in streaming (or other cache-hints) to bury load latency... the rest is in instruction scheduling, and the compilers are getting better at the later (tho gcc 3.1 is _still_ sucktard when optimization is turned on at trying to reorder instructions to "improve" dispatch IPC, in the process destroying load-hoists which are sufficient to bury L2 latency, which is often the real issue. Since the L2 latency is inside the 16 cycle limit, load hoisting to bury L2 latency can bring _dramatic_ performance gains for many numerically-intensive codes, particularly altivec).
I'm currently 'Altivec'ing' a real-time video processing app. Everyone I talk to seems to mention things like streaming and cahce-hints and the like, but I'm at a loss as to how this is actually implemented. I'm using gcc 3.1 and it's a bit troublesome to hear that it 'is _stll_ sucktard when optimization is turned on...', so obviously I want to learn what's going on and how to improve the situation.quote:
What is unambiguously true is that without
OOOE, standard C-ish tight loops with load/store motion and no cache hints are badly penalized on G3/G4/G4+ compared to the newer x86) ... they require loop unrolling, often explicit register allocation (because the compilers are still stupid about this), load hoisting, and dispatch scheduling. Compilers still don't do this anywhere near so well as I can.
Currently the app has 'standard C-ish tight loops' for the scalar code and I think the altivec code might fall into the 'load/store motion and no cache hints' category. All of the Apple stuff and other source seems to be like this too, so what changes need to be made for maximum efficiency and speed? Apple seems to imply that doing altivec code will magically make your apps slay and it's really a paint by numbers type thing. But when the topic of altivec is brought up by those in the know, these other issues are often the first thing mentioned.
You and others like hobold know this stuff inside out so if you could point me to some good example code for dealing with this I would be very thankful.
So, rather than derail that thread any further I started this one to discuss some of the tricks of the trade concering getting the maximun performance out of the current crop of Macs.


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OCEAN CITY – The City Council cleaned up the language in an ordinance specifying how high buildings can be on Jacqueline Avenue, and in doing so, stalled a major project that was about to commence.
The council admitted missing a verbiage error in an ordinance intended to establish three stories as the height limit for buildings built from Philadelphia to Edgewater avenues, but were unwilling to allow a compromise for the developer that will now have to severely alter his plans for a 50-foot building on Jacqueline Avenue because of the mistake.
"We've been working on a project for the last six months, and we actually applied for a permit (Monday) for a building that was 50 feet high," said developer Tom Caulk. "We feel like we've played by all the rules and we did what we were told to do and what was legal to do, and this may adversely affect the project."
Zoning Administrator Blaine Smith said that up until Monday, plans for the building were only "conceptual and skematic".
"When we saw the concrete drawings, we realized that they want a four story building with 50 feet height," said Smith, "and it was not until a few weeks ago, that the planning commission realized that (the ordinance) was meant to be three stories."
Buck Mann, president of Mann Properties, spoke on behalf of Caulk.
"If you look around that neighborhood, there are lots of 50-foot buildings, including the mayor's own neighborhood for instance," said Mann, referring to Harbour Island. "It's a tough decision, but here we have some people that have invested a lot of money, played by the rules, and at the very end, we are going to tell them they can't do it, I have a problem with that."
The council seemed to be in favor of a compromise, allowing Caulk to construct a 40-foot building, but that compromise lost in a split vote. In the end, the council decided to leave the ordinance as written passing it 5-2 (with Joe Hall and Doug Cymek in opposition) setting three stories as the height limit, and leaving Caulk seemingly out of luck for his 50-foot building plan.
"Mr. Caulk still has a shot to sway a few people on the council before the second reading of the ordinance in order to get some sort of compromise", said Council President Joe Mitrecic.


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Time to shuffle the pack
Ben Kay
February 16, 2012
Where does Stuart Lancaster slot in the now fit Manu Tuilagi? © Getty Images
When Stuart Lancaster got the interim post with England, I knew he would do a good job, but I have been pleasantly surprised over just how well he has done. I think he has conducted himself in the way that everyone wants and expects of an England coach - it has been strict and he's made some tough decisions. So far he's got the balance right of keeping the stability of the team and his next selection is really interesting with the likes of Manu Tuilagi, Toby Flood and Courtney Lawes all being fit and I think he is now within his right to make some changes.
The problem for Lancaster, however, is how many changes to make while still ensuring continuity. One man who must be feeling the pressure is Phil Dowson. But while he didn't play too well in his first game, he shone in the second match against Italy. It's unfortunate for him that Ben Morgan came on and has made a massive impact on both occasions. Tom Wood is another name to throw in the mix if fit - Robshaw might move to eight to fit in Wood at seven. That's another tough selection - he can't afford to make wholesale changes to a winning side - continuity and team spirit are important so he might temper it slightly.
And elsewhere, Ben Youngs is another man who may miss out. Youngs is the sort of guy who has the ability to make an impact as a sub. One of the reasons things haven't been going so well for Youngs is that he is trying so very hard to have the same impact as he did when he first burst onto the scene. He is most effective when he lulls the opposition into a false sense of security and then pounces when holes open up and that's going to be harder when you get a reputation as someone who can run from anywhere. Lee Dickson is different as it is all about the quality of his service.
One option could be to lull the opposition into a false sense of security and then bring Youngs on when the game is opening up. We've always had the Danny Care/ Youngs selection issue in the past when in fact they're two very similar players - Dickson adds something a little bit different and it's good for Lancaster to have both types of scrum-halves in the squad.
In regards to the centres, if you had asked me before the tournament about Tuilagi - I'd have said that he would walk straight back into the team when fit, but I reckon he should be an impact sub for the match with Wales and leave Brad Barritt in the centres alongside Owen Farrell.
But one aspect of England's game that has worried me is the lineout. It didn't function against Italy and it was poor against Scotland. I am not sure who's calling it - maybe Tom Croft - but last year it functioned well when Louis Deacon was calling it. It's a tough skill and certainly both times Geoff Parling has come off the bench it has been significantly better.
It is not straightforward for Lancaster. Tom Palmer was quiet in his first game but he answered all his critics in the second game. If Courtney Lawes is fit, you'd think he slots straight back in but this is a big selection dilemma for Lancaster. Mouritz Botha has been superb but Lawes would walk back into any side in the world at No.4. Does he drop Botha completely and have Parling on the bench if the lineout fails? It will be intriguing to see which way he goes.
Ahead of the match with Wales, one key area will be the front-row. I've been really impressed by Alex Corbisiero in particular. We knew that Dan Cole is an outstanding scrummager and that Corbisiero is good around the park but the London Irish man has proven that he can do both. He was helped by Castrogiovanni going off after 30 minutes against Italy as it looked like Castro was getting the upper hand. And if he keeps his place as you'd imagine he would, he will face a huge test against Adam Jones. The tight-head is a spikey character in more ways than one so that'll be a big test for them.
Lancaster will face his biggest test yet against Wales next time out. Wales are very confident at the moment which could count in England's favour as they may arrive at Twickenham over confident but my head says that Wales deserve to be favourites. George North is exceptional and they have some other class players who are all playing well. But my heart still believes that a young England side that has had two really good wins can use its exuberance to see them through while hopefully igniting their back division which would lead to an attractive and entertaining game.
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I'm on the verge of putting together a linux workstation based on the Xeon E3-1245 and Asus P8B WS. Basically for Monte Carlo simulation and some data analysis (there may be a Tesla card later if things go well). I'm looking for a full tower case with enough room to fit a boatload of drives and a couple big video cards, but also is toddler-secure.
I work at home, with two little toddlers who love blue LEDs (i.e. power switches). I was looking at the Corsair Obsidian 800D, but the hot-swap drives on the front are too accessible. The 650D looks good, as does the Fractal Design Define XL. However, neither of them have a door lock or lockable power / reset button.
What are the recommendations for a big case that can be secured? The office door is shut, but I don't lock my kids out.


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ATU (5-6, 5-5 Great American Conference) suffered its third straight losing season since 2009 and the creation of the GAC in 2010.
Tied 7-7 late in the second quarter, the Wonder Boys took over at the 41 after the Bisons (8-2, 8-2) were forced to turn the ball over on downs. Preston Conder completed a pass to Roger Jackson to the Harding 41, then down to the 34.
Conder later had a pass tipped and hauled in by Jonathan Keener, who advanced to the 12-yard line.
Ketrich Harmon rushed to the 8 on first down, and Casey Henderson rushed to the 3. Justin Owens got nowhere on third down, and ATU took another time out with 38 seconds left in the half.
Needing one yard again on fourth down, Owens had the ball stripped by Bison Daylan Skidmore. Philip Mion recovered at the 6 and returned it 94 yards for the touchdown.
Suddenly, instead of the Wonder Boys taking the lead by a field goal or touchdown, Harding led 14-7 at halftime after the PAT.
Keener returned Harding's short kick to the Bisons 33-yard line to open the third quarter. Halpin threw to Jackson for a first down at the Bisons 20, but ATU had to settle for a 41-yard field goal by Tim VanOrsdol with 13:00 left in the third quarter and the Wonder Boys trailing 14-10.
Harding responded with a 6-play, 75-yard drive that ended when Ahmad Scott rushed 22 yards down the right sideline for the touchdown. John Gay's PAT put the Bisons on top 21-10 with 6:32 left in the third quarter.
Starting at its 22-yard line, ATU's Harmon pulled a pass out of the air and rambled to the Harding 40, but the Bisons recovered the fumble and took over with 9:42 to go in the fourth quarter. But the Wonder Boys defense again forced Harding to punt.
Arkansas Tech's Halpin fumbled at the Wonder Boys 26 and was recovered by the Bisons. This time, Harding quarterback Keenan Kellett carried inside the 2-yard line, and Harding later took a 28-10 lead on a 1-yard touchdown run with 5:57 left in the game.
But ATU needed just eight seconds to respond. Conder threw a 50-yard bomb to Jerry Anderson, who caught the pass and fell into the end zone for the touchdown. ATU trailed 28-17 with 5:38 showing in the fourth quarter.
The Wonder Boys were driving late in the fourth quarter, but Conder's pass was intercepted by Mion at the Bisons 38-yard line with less than three minutes to go.
The Bisons looked to be stopped on their initial series of the game, but a fake punt kept their first scoring drive alive.
Kellett scored after a 1-yard leap across the goal line, then the point-after kick gave Harding its 7-0 lead with 6:04 to go in the first quarter. The Bisons covered 75 yards in 17 plays and took nearly nine minutes off the game clock.
The Wonder Boys answered with a 12-play, 80-yard drive that ended when Luke Halpin hit Roger Jackson with a 16-yard touchdown pass. Randy Velazquez tied the score 7-7 with his PAT with 10:19 to go in the first half.
Kellett fumbled the football on Harding''s next drive, and ATU's Wesley McKinney recovered at the Wonder Boys 15-yard line, but they couldn't capitalize on the turnover.
Seventeen seniors played their final game in the ATU green and gold on Saturday under first-year head coach Raymond Monica.


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What's Undermining Energy Efficiency?
Exhilaration swept through the energy efficiency industry as city after city, state after state and nation after nation set aggressive energy saving goals over the last several years. But with target dates nearing in certain jurisdictions, a more sober attitude now permeates. Some governments are asking: Are we reaching too high? A global report issued this week by PwC, which looks into the minds of power industry executives, suggests the worry may be justified. Called "The shape of power to come," the annual report emerged from interviews with senior executives at 72 power companies in 43 countries. It found that a good number (45%) of executives are dubious that we will reach energy efficiency targets by 2030.
Meanwhile, PwC also says North America and Europe may be heading for a blackout watch. Remember those? Such warnings sprang up during the pre-recession era of heady economic growth. With economic recovery, the risk of power shortages again rises, as worldwide energy demand expands from 17,200 TWh in 2009 to over 31,700 TWh in 2035.
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Stassi to have MRI; Ambriz closer to return
By Brian McTaggart / MLB.com
KISSIMMEE, Fla. -- Astros catcher Max Stassi was scheduled to fly to Philadelphia on Tuesday to be examined by Dr. William Meyers and undergo an MRI exam on Wednesday.
Stassi, who was acquired from the Oakland A's in the Jed Lowrie trade on Feb. 4, has been bothered by an oblique injury for quite a while, and the Astros fear he has a sports hernia.
"I'll hopefully get some good news," Stassi said. "Worst-case, a sports hernia puts me out four to six weeks. That will set me back a little bit, but I can move forward from there. I'm in good spirits. I just want to clear up what's been nagging me."
Meanwhile, right-hander Hector Ambriz, who sprained his left ankle two weeks ago, was set to play catch Tuesday and throw live batting practice in the next few days. That will be his final hurdle before getting into a game.
"I can't wait, especially now that the games have started and watching everybody out there and compete," Ambriz said. "It's baseball season and I want to get out there and pitch. I feel like I'm healthy enough to pitch. They know that, but they're taking it slow, which is smart. I'll be ready in a couple of days."
Astros' top Minors players join big league camp
KISSIMMEE, Fla. - A handful of the Astros' top Minor League players were in uniform for the Major League club on Tuesday, including pitcher Mike Foltynewicz, infielder Nolan Fontana, catcher Roberto Pena and outfielder Michael Burgess, who was taken in the Triple-A phase of the Rule 5 Draft.
"Any time you have a new manager come in, new staff come in and you have players that are not in camp and they have an opportunity to come over here and show what they can do, it's always a good opportunity for them," manager Bo Porter said.
Foltynewicz, 20, was named the 2012 South Atlantic League Most Outstanding Pitcher after going 14-4 with a 3.14 ERA and 125 strikeouts in 27 starts for Class A Lexington. The 6-foot-4, 209-pound right-hander ranked tied for first in the league in wins, second in innings pitched, fourth in ERA and sixth in strikeouts.
"There's a lot of doubters out there about me, people that don't have faith in me," Foltynewicz said. "It's a big opportunity for me to show what I have and go out there and show what I can do."
Fontana, drafted 61st overall last year, was sent directly to Class A Lexington and proved to be an on-base machine. He hit .225 in 49 games, but he had a .464 on-base percentage because he had 65 walks in 49 games.
"I'm looking forward to this," Fontana said. "This is a day you work to get to and now there's a chance. We'll see what happens."
Wallace comfortable manning hot corner
KISSIMMEE, Fla. -- Brett Wallace was in the Astros' lineup at third base on Tuesday, and he says he's grown so comfortable at the position that it's second nature.
"Honestly, I'm as comfortable at third as I am at first," Wallace said. "It doesn't affect the way I go about my business. I played third my whole life growing up. Even though I took a year and a half off, once I get in the rhythm of it, it came back and now I feel pretty comfortable."
Wallace played third base in college, but he was moved to first base early in his professional career. He played exclusively first base for the Astros in 2010-11, and appeared in eight games at third base last year with Houston. He'll get time at first and third this spring.
"It's a surprise to everybody if I'm over here, because they think it's a big deal, but I think once I get ready to go at it again now, I can go back and forth," he said. "I don't really think twice when I come in. I see where I'm playing and go from there. It's not really a big deal for me anymore."
MLB, Astros to host diversity summit
KISSIMMEE, Fla. -- Major League Baseball and the Astros will co-host the second annual MLB Diversity Business Summit, which will provide attendees with unprecedented access to human resource and procurement executives from all 30 MLB clubs, MLB Network, MLB Advanced Media, Minor League Baseball clubs and MLB's central office.
The MLB Diversity Business Summit will be held at the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston on June 19. This sports employment and business opportunity career and trade fair will provide job seekers and entrepreneurs with a unique opportunity to network directly with decision-makers for employment and business opportunities at Major and Minor clubs, as well as well those from MLB media entities.
The agenda for the event will include a keynote speech by Commissioner Bud Selig, league-wide networking, exhibit floor access, workshops and executive roundtable discussions.
"Diversity is essential to our sport and remains a core priority of Major League Baseball," Selig said in a statement. "Major League and Minor League rosters reflect players of many different backgrounds throughout our game. Away from the field, the MLB Diversity Business Summit is a key platform, allowing us to offer unprecedented networking access to talented individuals who are interested in baseball careers and business opportunities. We thank the Houston Astros for co-hosting this event and exemplifying the depth of the commitment shared by all of our clubs."
Astros owner Jim Crane said in a statement: "Diversity is vital for MLB, the Astros and the city of Houston to thrive. We are proud to co-host this year's MLB Diversity Business Summit."
Worth noting
• Astros manager Bo Porter said Chris Carter will soon get some time in left field. Carter has been limited to first-base duties in spring games, but the team wants to give him an opportunity to win the starting job in left field.
"It's a progression that will take place soon," Porter said.
• Former Astros catcher Alan Ashby, who returns to Houston's TV broadcast booth after spending the previous five years calling Blue Jays games, arrived in camp Tuesday. Ashby managed the Kissimmee Cobras of the Florida State League in 1996.
Brian McTaggart is a reporter for MLB.com and writes an MLBlog, Tag's Lines. Follow @brianmctaggart on Twitter. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.


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Polymyositis and Dermatomyositis
William C. Shiel Jr., MD, FACP, FACR
Dr. Shiel received a Bachelor of Science degree with honors from the University of Notre Dame. There he was involved in research in radiation biology and received the Huisking Scholarship. After graduating from St. Louis University School of Medicine, he completed his Internal Medicine residency and Rheumatology fellowship at the University of California, Irvine. He is board-certified in Internal Medicine and Rheumatology.
Catherine Burt Driver, MD
Catherine Burt Driver, MD, is board certified in internal medicine and rheumatology by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Driver is a member of the American College of Rheumatology. She currently is in active practice in the field of rheumatology in Mission Viejo, Calif., where she is a partner in Mission Internal Medical Group.
- Polymyositis and dermatomyositis facts
- What is polymyositis? What is dermatomyositis?
- Polymyositis vs. polymyalgia rheumatica
- What causes polymyositis and dermatomyositis?
- What are signs and symptoms of polymyositis and dermatomyositis?
- What tests do doctors use to diagnose polymyositis or dermatomyositis?
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- What is the treatment for polymyositis and dermatomyositis?
- What are home remedies for polymyositis and dermatomyositis?
- What is the prognosis for polymyositis?
- What are risk factors for worse outcomes with polymyositis or dermatomyositis?
- Is it possible to prevent polymyositis?
- Are there support groups for people with polymyositis and dermatomyositis?
- Where can people find more information on polymyositis and dermatomyositis?
- Find a local Rheumatologist in your town
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- Polymyositis and dermatomyositis (PM/DM) are chronic inflammatory diseases of muscle.
- Muscle weakness is the most common symptom of PM/DM.
- The cause of PM/DM is unknown.
- Diagnosis of PM/DM involves physical examination of muscle strength, blood tests for muscle enzymes, electrical tests of muscle and nerves, and is confirmed by muscle biopsy.
- Treatment of PM/DM involves high doses of cortisone-related medications, immune suppression, and physical therapy.
What is polymyositis? What is dermatomyositis?
Polymyositis is a disease of muscle featuring inflammation of the muscle fibers. The cause of the disease is not known. It begins when white blood cells, the immune cells of inflammation, spontaneously invade muscles. The muscles affected are typically those closest to the trunk or torso. This results in weakness that can be severe. Polymyositis is a chronic illness featuring progressive muscle weakness with periods of increased symptoms, called flares or relapses, and minimal or no symptoms, known as remissions.
Polymyositis is slightly more common in females. It affects all age groups, although its onset is most common in middle childhood and in the 20s. Polymyositis occurs throughout the world. Polymyositis can be associated with a characteristic skin rash and is then referred to as "dermatomyositis." Dermatomyositis in children is referred to as juvenile dermatomyositis. "Amyopathic dermatomyositis" is the term used to describe people who have skin changes compatible with dermatomyositis but do not have diseased muscle involvement.
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Let OKC enjoy the comeback before Woody unleashes the Thunder killer Chris Copeland.
Let OKC enjoy the comeback before Woody unleashes the Thunder killer Chris Copeland.
Friggin JR tough fade away in Durants face LOL
gotta hate it initially till he drills it LOL
Melo looking well on his way to possibly another 40 point game.......unbelievable
After all that, we more or less held serve in that 3rd quarter. Offense is clicking, but defensive stops are starting to get fewer and more far between. Let's see how bad OKC wants this one in the 4th quarter. Let's go Knicks!
Oh, I forgot about the refs, we're also going to see how bad the refs want to give this game to OKC in this 4th quarter.
Amazing how fast momentum can change when a ref decides to crawl up Chandler's anus for a couple minutes. This is good practice for the playoffs for us. We are definitely going to face BS like this against Boston/Indiana/Miami/Chicago, we need to man up and play through it instead of flipping out.
What did I say?
NBA is riddled with homer refs, not for refs this game is a blow ouut. Refs hell bent on keeping OKC in this. Win or lose impressive day by the buos, can't ask for more when it's 9 vs 5.
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Copeland you idiot!!!
Take him out now. He is so outmatched by Durant on both offense and defense. It's insane!
Does Felton look like he gained a bit of weight?
Win would be big of course but....
Most important aspect of this game is the players get some real experience of how refs will kill you on the road.


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At 4 p.m. Thursday, maximum sustained winds dropped down to 70 mph. It was at latitude 42.4 north and longitude 42.9 west and moving north-northeast at 14 mph.
Forecasters said they expected Chris to turn toward the northwest and west on Friday and then turn toward the southwest and south on Saturday.
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Paul Glaves - "Big Bend", Texas U.S.A
"The greatest challenge to any thinker is stating the problem in a way that will allow a solution." - Bertrand Russell
Sounds good!
Drive safe
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mine-ineye-deatheah-pielayah-jooa-kalayus. oolah-minane-hay-meeriah-kal-oyus-algay-a-thaykin', buddy!
That??s correct. EuroNatoJointJetPilotTraining. I was a student in 86/87, instructor in 95-97. Being an instructor there was my best 2 years in my 14 year RoyalNorwegian Air Force career. That??s how I ended up with my 95 R100RT. Bought it brand new in Ft.Worth Jan 96. BMW of Ft. Worth, 816 S. Sylvania. Do they still operate?
I initially bought a 89 Inheritage Softtail. Looking over all the receipts, I figured total milage was 3 X what the seller claimed. Might have been an honest mistake. He was a retired tech from the base. So I got my 11 grand back without a fuss.
Instead I got a brand new R100RT, with helmet, gloves, etc., for less, think it was 10.4.
Hans -
We probably never crossed paths, but I had flight data recorders on the T-38s there in about 2000. I also had recorders on the RNoAF F-5A/B models in the early to mid 1990s. The aircraft were at Rygge, outside Oslo. A bit of a tragedy at one point...one of the recorder aircraft was performing an airshow and the pilot performed a loop with not enough altitude...the flight data showed him pulling the nose up, stalling, nose down, then up, stalling...ran out of altitude. I understand his family was in the crowd that day. A shame...
I had a great time in Norway, sprinting across the country one day to see some fjords and then back to town. Loved the country!! I was tall, blonde, and could say Tusen Takk well...but probably was still seen as a foreigner!! Ha!
Now back to your regular gear oil thread...
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mine-ineye-deatheah-pielayah-jooa-kalayus. oolah-minane-hay-meeriah-kal-oyus-algay-a-thaykin', buddy!
Back to topic. On the Norwegian forum, a guy suggest the cause is rust inside.
The bike was not in use for 5 years, 05-10. So now, with frequent use, and service, that rust is coming off. Hopefully he is right.
My '78 sat for 14 years in a shed; when the the transmission, drive, and differential (rear wheel) oils were drained there was water in all the oils. The water was from accumulated condensation. Not being one to fret over such acts of nature, I plan to ride the bike a few hundred miles before changing all the oils then change the oils again every 1K miles a few more times. Rust in the form of particles would concern me, discolored oil - not so much.
I have driven 2500 km, about 4 K miles. The rear wheel oil is changed. I??m not sure if everything is normal.
What do you experts think?
I haven't changed the rear drive fluid in my R75/6 since I've owned it, and it's time. Can someone confirm whether it's 80/90 GL5 or one of the other weights mentioned for for the final drive, and how to gauge when it's full/at proper level? Since my 1150 is my daily driver, I have no excuse but to branch out a bit with the R75 and start doing basic maintenance myself.
R75/6, Non functioning 2014 FJR1300A
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mine-ineye-deatheah-pielayah-jooa-kalayus. oolah-minane-hay-meeriah-kal-oyus-algay-a-thaykin', buddy!
+1 on moving the wheel a bit to get the oil to settle.
Sorry guys/gals but I was doing some research and came to the conclusion that after some years of running gear oil rated GL5 I was wrong . Some say that the chemicals associated with GL5 rated gear oils are corrosive to "yellow metals" brass etc. and that GL4 rated gear oil should only be used. The yellow metals are in our airheads the tranny and drive train.. So what gives? GL4or GL5
And some say that the chemical additives are not really needed because our airheads are not equipped with nor operate at such pressures and temps, they are talking about the adhesion of a film to the gears for lubrication..simple terms fellas so I guess I can either open up my tranny and take a look or just switch back to GL4 rated gear oil.
Any one else got any info on this?
By the way, I found a new job and now drive everyday to work on my R60/6 aaaaaa life is good down here in the south....75 degrees today in Houston.
Thank you for the prayers and kind words during those difficult times, but we ended up in a better position thank you all.
...driving to work on my airhead
I don't know about /2 and earlier bikes, but 90 wt GL5 gear oil is what I have always found specified for 1969 and later /5 BMWs. 80w90 dino and 75 or 80w90 synthetic is OK too but not necessary.
GL4 is not suitable in either the transmission or final drive as far as I can find specifications.
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Base officials don�t deny they were offered free fireworks after announcing they were canceling this year�s Independence Day celebration.
Base officials don�t deny they were offered free fireworks after announcing they were canceling this year�s Independence Day celebration.
However, that would have covered only a quarter of what the annual event costs to hose, according to Nat Fahy, the public affairs officer for Marine Corps Installations East.
�The base paid roughly $25,000 for fireworks last year out of a total cost of nearly $100,000 to host the celebration,� Fahy said.
Due to forced budget cuts from sequestration Camp Lejeune opted to cancel its annual Fourth of July fireworks. Pennsylvania-base Zambelli Fireworks offered to put on the fireworks display at no cost to the Marine Corps, but the Corps declined.
�Other associated expenses include sound and stage equipment, portable toilets, parking lot shuttle services, and food,� Fahy said. �The cost of the fireworks alone was not the reason (MCI-East Commanding General Brig. Gen. Thomas Gorry) made the decision to cancel the Fourth of July celebration.�
He factored in the additional costs required, such as overtime for security transportation, logistics, safety and emergency services required to host 20,000 people, said Fahy.
�During a period in which federal employees are scheduled to be furloughed due to sequestration, expending limited funds and paying personnel overtime to manage a non-mission-essential event did not seem to be a prudent use of finite government resources,� said Fahy.
Given that base was not providing its usual display, Onslow County Parks and Recreation prepared � and spent � for a much larger crowd, said Rick Perry, the recreation division head for Onslow County Parks and Recreation.
�More was spent than prior years but hard figures have not been established yet,� Perry said. �Everything was beefed from fireworks to security. We had to prepare for the larger crowd.�
Prior to the fireworks show, Parks and Recreation estimated an additional 3,000 to 5,000 attendees, said Perry.
�It�s hard to estimate hard numbers of how many people we had,� Perry said. �The eyeball test said it�s safe to say we added 2,000 to 4,000 more people. ...And all of those people meant we need to ramp up the participation from emergency services and the Onslow County Sheriffs Office.�
In order to be prepared for such an influx of people, Parks and Recreation established about 10 parking lots and a shuttle service from Southwest High School.
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CARSON, Calif. – In his first appearance with the LA Galaxy since May 19, left back Todd Dunivant felt back to his old self—for the most part.
After being sidelined with a nagging left leg strain, Dunivant started LA's scoreless draw against the Portland Timbers on Wednesday and went a complete 90 minutes for the Galaxy. Showing no signs of the injury that kept him on the shelf for three matches, Dunivant's presence was critical as LA shut down the Timbers offense.
"I felt great. Physically I felt good, and my fitness is still coming along," said Dunivant. "The last 20 [minutes] I started getting a little fatigued, but other than that I felt great"
Barring any late complications, Dunivant will resume his position on the left side of the Galaxy defense in Sunday's SuperClásico and according to center back A.J. DeLaGarza; his return is a welcome sight.
"He's a big part of our back four," said DeLaGarza. "[He is] a veteran, and a guy who can get up on the attack and get some good balls, and just a leader in general."


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text: "Duke University neuroscientist Nicolelis is a leader in the rapidly developing field that allows brains and machines to work closely together. His pioneering work has led to machines like robotic arms that rhesus monkeys control via the electrical impulses transmitted by neurons in their brains. Nicolelis describes this research and explains the paradigm shifts it has produced, such as a growing group of neuroscientists who now believe that physical and mental activities are not controlled by highly specialized brain regions, but rather 'on populations of multitasking neurons, distributed across multiple locations.' While Nicolelis predicts future developments, such as brain-machine interfaces that will, for instance, allow paralyzed humans to interact fully with their environment, he devotes most of the book to a historical perspective on neuroscience and to explaining the specifics of his research."Publishers Weekly


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by Hannah Mangum
My interviewee was Mr. Fred Williamson, who is a homesteader in Crozet, VA. His passion is making Hard Cider using an antique cider press. Through our interview we were introduced to the art of Hard Cider Making and gained an appreciation for his craft through his passion.
Mr. Williamson first showed us how his hard cider press worked, the various parts of it, and how each mechanism worked to mash up local apples into a pulp. The pulp is then strained and the juice collected for making Hard Cider. He also described the types of apples that he uses, and gets his various apple varieties from Henley's Orchard in Crozet, VA.
Finally, Mr. Williamson described the cider making parties that he hosts throughout the year with friends and family. He started by inviting the other homeschooled families that he knew when homeschooling his own children, and slowly grew a network of families to invite. Now, he ends up inviting sixty to seventy people to his parties.
This piece of local food knowledge matters because of the passion and community it invokes in those who participate in antique hard cider making. Hearing Mr. Williamson's dedication and interest in his craft made me want to participate, learn, and enjoy his craft. It also ties into the history of Central Virginia, and the importance of hard cider in our local area. Mr. Williamson's story about Johnny Appleseed and people in colonial times being able to trust hard cider but not water (which could be contaminated) reminded us of its history.
Finally, his craft illustrates how an interest in local food heritage can bring people together. From what he tells us of his parties, they are very beloved get-togethers that create memories and bonds within their community. At the end of our interview he told us that his kids want to continue the tradition of antique hard cider making as a result of their fond memories with the craft.


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Read the full story here Web Link posted Thursday, February 27, 2014, 7:37 AM
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GG Bridge board to vote today on phased-in toll increases
Original post made on Feb 27, 2014
Read the full story here Web Link posted Thursday, February 27, 2014, 7:37 AM
a resident of another community
on Feb 27, 2014 at 10:13 am
WOW NO COMMENTS...This send a message...Increase the fares no one cares..
Can anyone remember when the bridge tolls were less than a dollar. And they want $7.00...what a bunch of BS. Our children and there children will be paying $20.00 to drive over these damn bridges someday.
Where are we heading...
Thanks for listening, Julia Pardini from Alamo
a resident of Parkside
on Feb 27, 2014 at 4:08 pm
just curious why the have a shortfall? They know the cost of maintenance, upkeep, etc don't they. Anyone have a clue why they have missed the mark? Just curious. This is not to be facetious or mean. So I would appreciate only sincere people with the information to comment. It is not meant for people who just want to twist words around and be mean. Thanks so much.
a resident of Vintage Hills
on Feb 27, 2014 at 6:02 pm
boil the frog slowly.
a resident of Another Pleasanton neighborhood
on Feb 28, 2014 at 7:07 am
I thought Bay Area bridges were suppose to be free after their bonds / construction costs were all paid off?
a resident of Bordeaux Estates
on Mar 4, 2014 at 1:24 pm
The tolls, fares, cost of gas, will continue to rise. People that need to get from point a-b will have no choice but to pay. Of course they could also relocate, or try to find work closer to home.
I think they should set the fare @ $10. Why? They will eventually get to that point anyway or ask for a tax increase.
They can also do what the Postal service does "forever toll passes" buy them now b4 the upcoming increase. I bet it would get them a surge of cash.
BTW -i don't agree with these rapid increases. Many people (my self included) have not had a pay raise in many years. It really makes it harder to get by when everyone wants the remaining mothballs in my wallet.
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a resident of Nolan Farms
on Mar 27, 2014 at 3:45 pm
Why do they even bother to take a vote? I have never heard them deny any toll increase ever!!
a resident of Another Pleasanton neighborhood
on Mar 27, 2014 at 4:14 pm
Surprise surprise that the liberal loons would want to take more money from hard working citizens to be used for whatever bleeding heart project, probably not even related to real citizens.
a resident of Livermore
on Mar 28, 2014 at 3:42 pm
I believe the reason for the toll increase is related to the cost of suicide prevention efforts/structures. It's the right thing to do.


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CORTLAND, N.Y. -- Mark Sanchez might be the second-most popular quarterback on his own team, but his teammates expect him to be among the 10 best in the league.
Undaunted by Tebowmania, the New York Jets' starter has impressed in training camp, raising the expectation level in the locker room. On Wednesday, defensive leaders Bart Scott and Darrelle Revis spoke glowingly of Sanchez, both saying they anticipate a big year.
They expect him "to take that next step, to be one of the top 10 quarterbacks in the league," Scott said. "It's Year 4, and Year 4 is when the game slows down for you ... Last year, you saw Joe Flacco take the next step in his fourth year and you could see Mark do the same."
Revis echoed that sentiment.
"The quarterback needs to take us there, and we're counting on Mark to do that," he said. "Everybody has to do their job, but if we lose, it falls on Mark. If we win, it falls on Mark. The biggest thing is, we're very confident in Mark and we know he can lead us. He's done it in the past, and we're counting on him. We're counting on him."
Sanchez's poor finish last season, coupled with the arrival of Tim Tebow, spawned many questions about his psyche, whether he'd be able to handle the enormous pressure.
The real test won't come until the regular season, but so far, Sanchez has responded favorably. Privately, some within the organization believe he's showing greater maturity than in the past. His teammates sense it in the huddle and in the locker room.
"He carries himself with more confidence," tight end Dustin Keller said. "Not that he wasn't confident before, but you can see he knows he's playing good."
Sanchez has a long way to go to become a top-10 quarterback, at least as far as quarterback ratings go. He posted a career-best 78.5 rating last year but that was 23rd overall among NFL quarterbacks. By QBR metrics he was even worse, as his 33.6 Total QBR was the 30th best out of 34 quarterbacks ranked by ESPN.
Rex Ryan stopped short of endorsing Scott's top-10 prediction, saying, "I don't want to get into that." But he called Sanchez a "proven winner. He has elevated his game and I think his teammates recognize that ... I think his confidence is higher than I've ever seen it."
Sanchez's confidence, and stature in the locker room, took a hit at the end of last season, when the Jets dropped three straight and missed the playoffs for the first time in the Sanchez/Ryan era. Privately, some players questioned his leadership.
The Jets tried to rebuild Sanchez by giving him a three-year, $40.5 million contract extension, through 2016, but they undercut him by trading for Tebow -- at least that was the perception.
Scott said Sanchez "wants to prove the doubters wrong." He also complimented the fourth-year quarterback for improving his on-field demeanor.
"I always thought he overreacted too much to bad plays," Scott said. "You look at Eli [Manning]. He has the ultimate poker face. His happy face, his sad face and his excited face are all the same. I think that's one of his strengths. If defenses see they're getting to you, it's only going to pile on."
Sanchez's career arc has been compared to that of Manning, who won his first Super Bowl in his fourth year. Sanchez recently admitted that he studied Manning's career, noting that his crosstown counterpart overcame major struggles before reaching the pinnacle.
On Saturday night, Sanchez and Manning will be at MetLife Stadium, facing each other in the preseason. According to the Jets, the Giants will see a different quarterback than the one who completed only 30 of 59 passes, with two interceptions, last Christmas Eve -- a 29-14 Jets loss.
Revis said Sanchez has improved his placement on deep balls. Coaches have lauded him for the way he has grasped Tony Sparano's system, and his ability to make checks at the line of scrimmage.
"I think everybody has seen a difference in how he walks, how he handles it if he throws a bad ball, how he carries himself," Scott said. "Mark's always been a guy that you can see his emotions and how he's feeling about himself by his facial expressions. I think now he carries himself upright and he sticks out that chest like a peacock."
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London • Abby Wambach's black eye is healed, Carli Lloyd's head is fine and Hope Solo wasn't allowed anywhere near a microphone on Wednesday.
The U.S. women's soccer team is ready to take on Japan for a gold medal.
After an Olympics road that has been violent, controversial and dramatic, the concluding match is one we've seen before.
So it stands to reason that when members of United States team came face to face with Japan's top players between media conferences Wednesday, they stood side by side and smiled for photos. Up in arms? These two teams were linked by them.
It was refreshing and symbolic. After Japan beat the U.S. in last year's World Cup in Germany, the teams have been closely associated.
"We have so much respect for each other," Wambach said.
But don't expect the teams to come together mid-pitch at Wembley Stadium on Thursday to sing campfire songs.
"It's definitely redemption," Lloyd said. "But it's also an opportunity. An opportunity to show the world that we're the No. 1 team in the world."
The Americans are shooting for their third consecutive Olympic gold medal, but Japan is the reigning champ.
The U.S. almost didn't get the rematch. Tied 3-3 with Canada on Monday at Old Trafford in Manchester, the Americans were bailed out by a 123rd minute header by 23-year-old Alex Morgan.
It was one of the shining moment of these Games, which in the context of U.S. soccer, have been a gossip columnist's dream.
Solo started a Twitter war with former national team star (now broadcaster) Brandi Chastain over comments Chastain made about defender Rachel Buehler. Wambach was sucker-punched in the right eye against Colombia. And the Canada match? Where to start. In video replays, Canada's Melissa Tancredi appears to intentionally step on Lloyd's head, a foul that came before Canada was on the receiving end of a controversial time-wasting call against its goalkeeper, Erin McLeod.
But against Japan, the mood is different.
"There's no animosity," midfielder Megan Rapinoe said. "They snatched our dream last year, and we still have that respect for them."
Japan is led by 33-year-old midfielder Homare Sawa, the team's captain who last year won FIFA's Ballon d'Or. The award is given to the world's best women's player. A former teammate of Wambach's with the Washington Freedom of the now-defunct Women's Professional Soccer league, she'll be a primary focus for the U.S.
"I think that Homare Sawa has proven herself to be one of the best players in the world," Wambach said.
Wambach was thrilled to talk about Japan and the U.S.'s hopes. She deflected the only question tossed her way about the wasting time call, which Wambach has said came after she began counting into the referee's ear every time McLeod held the ball.
The victory over Canada raised the profile of women's soccer, if only during the Games, but Wambach has another achievement level in mind.
"Hopefully," she said, "people will become legends tomorrow night."
It will take a strong effort from the Americans to avoid a second straight loss in the game of the year. A strong possession team, Japan's players said they need to score early against the U.S.
But the Americans have a strategy, as well.
And, yes, coach Pia Sundhage said, they have been practicing penalty kicks.
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• After losing to Japan in last year's World Cup final, Team USA has its eyes on redemption.
• The match will be played at historic Wembley Stadium.
• The U.S. is coming off one of the most dramatic and controversial games in the history of the sport, a 4-3 victory against Canada.
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