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In the April issue of EventDV, Stu Sweetow's article, Producing Corporate Web Videos, described the wide-open world of corporate video production for the web. This is a huge potential growth area for wedding and event videographers to develop new client bases and apply their talents and equipment to lucrative alternate revenue streams. While the equipment and skills we use for event work will serve us well outside the event world, there are new challenges, such as set design, where we need to work to bring ourselves up to speed. And when the final product is highly compressed video delivered over the web, there are additional issues that arise concerning what kinds of things compress well and what don't. When producing and compressing corporate video for the web, set design can have a profound effect on both the perceived and actual quality of the video you deliver.
In this article, I'll discuss four design-related areas:
Let's start by looking at how to design a set for in-house use. Companies such as Microsoft, Deloitte, Accenture, and Proctor & Gamble can throw millions at a studio, but they uniformly choose a simple approach, usually a plain curtain or wall like that shown in Figure 1, taken from a Deloitte & Touche video.
Clearly, the goal isn't to show off your company's wealth or design expertise, it's to produce a compressible background. Keeping it simple is rule No. 1.
Another key issue is color choice. I reviewed a random sampling of 22 sites to determine their color preferences. Here's how the survey videos broke down in terms of color usage:
I avoid shooting against light, white backgrounds because, like backlighting, it complicates getting good exposure on the face. When it's unavoidable, I'll try to compensate by moving the subject away from the background, lighting the subject as I would normally, and dimming the lights on the background. A white background obviously isn't a problem if you shoot against a chromakey background and overlay the subject against a white background, but that adds lots of work.
The nice thing about a simple background is that it's hard to mess up. Usually, when something has gone wrong, the set designer either decided to get fancy or the talent wore clothing that provided little contrast with the background.
For example, in Figure 2, Microsoft chose a two-color background that blended in with Bill Gates' sweater in both color and texture. The results are fine because the data rate was sufficient to maintain the contrast, but at lower bitrates, the sweater might blend in with the wall. Solid blue would have been a better background, or Gates could have taken off the sweater and simply worn the white shirt beneath.
Most other problems relate to poor clothing choices, like a subject in a dark blue suit shot against a blue background. If you're a producer, tell the subject what colors to wear, and suggest alternatives, such as a dark blue shirt and a brown coat. That way, you can leave the coat on or off, depending on which approach provides the best contrast.
If you can't control what color the subject will wear, consider having two hanging backgrounds available, one blue and the other gray, so you can use the one that provides the most contrast. Or, if the colors are close, use backlighting on the subjects' shoulders to create contrast with the background.
Finally, avoid custom curtains such asthe one shown in Figure 3, unless your video data rate is very high. Text degrades quickly and very noticeably when compressed, and studies show that viewers find this very distracting and evidence of poor quality.
Now that we've seen what not do to, let's look at some recommendations about what to do to design or acquire your simple video set.
There are several key questions you should ask yourself when designing a background for web videos, and sometimes the answers differ based on circumstances.
Painted wall versus portable backdrop? If you have one fixed set that will be used repeatedly, consider painting the walls of the studio a dark, nonreflective color such as blue or gray. If you don't have a fixed studio, or if your studio will be used for a variety of types of projects or other producers, consider a movable stand-based background with two or three colors to accommodate different clothing and skin color.
What colors should I buy? Budget willing, buy two—midgray and midblue—making sure that the materials are nonreflective. These should provide great contrast for virtually all clothing you'll see on the set. Most sites used a single-colored background, but some used a mottled background like that shown in Figure 4 to good effect. I prefer the mottled surfaces because they hide artifacts better than flat surfaces, but they're not as popular as solid colors.
For those working with African-Americans and other people of color as subjects, please see the "Backgrounds for People of Color" section of this article.
Muslin, curtain, canvas, or velour? Canvas backgrounds cost more than muslin, are stiffer and heavier, and need more care. As a result, canvas will maintain a more uniform look for longer, so it makes sense if buying it for a single location. You'll almost certainly need a separate stand for a canvas background.
Muslin is less expensive, lighter, and can be stored in a bag for easy transport. You can attach muslin backdrops to fixtures with clamps, potentially eliminating the need for a separate stand. Consider muslin if you need multiple backgrounds or for portable use.
Curtains are the most expensive and least portable; consider only for permanent sets. Buy velour if you decide to use a black background. It's easy to work with and totally nonreflective, making it very easy to deploy.
When buying your background, you'll also need to pick up a few other accessories.
Next, let's tackle how to create compression-friendly backgrounds when shooting on location for testimonials, case studies, and other shoots.
Even after you purchase your movable stands, sometimes a customer case study or testimonial, or even a training video, will look right only if shot within its respective real world environment. Your job will be to produce a compression-friendly background on-site. Rule No. 1 is to always avoid moving backgrounds. Here's a list of other considerations with examples primarily from on-location shoots and from broadcast sites for illustrative purposes.
First, the background should contain as little detail as possible. When there's too much detail in the background, the result is often a swirling, discolored mess. Though the background in Figure 5 looked benign, between the finely detailed wallpaper and decorative lighting, the video got ugly fast, especially on the wall.
In addition to finely detailed wallpaper, other backgrounds that behave badly include Venetian blinds, bookshelves, trees with small leaves and other plants (especially if blown by the wind), brick walls, fabrics with herringbone and similar patterns, or any background with lots of fine objects.
When you're working outside the familiar confines of your studio, it's also important to avoid well-lit open spaces. Where muslin and canvas backgrounds are nonreflective and compression-friendly, most real-world surfaces reflect light, which can cause problems when walls have lots of wide-open spaces that often serve as collection places for noticeable compression artifacts.
And believe it or not, I advise you to embrace clutter from your shooting location rather than remove it. Now, when I shoot on location, I make sure that there are pictures, posters, bookshelves, or other clutter to break up the background—especially if there are items relevant to the subject of your video. Figure 6 shows a recent example.
If you're shooting against a blank wall and can't add pictures or other objects, try darkening the background, which I will discuss later in this article. And regardless of the color, it's always best if your background is a uniform color rather than a multicolored backdrop.
Brightness and Contrast Issues
You should also aim to avoid extreme differences in the brightness of your subject and background. Figure 7 compares two images, one with brightness issues and the other without. On the left is The Weather Channel, which contains extreme whites (the clouds) and extreme darks (the suit). As a result, you can't see the detail in either the clouds or the suit. On the right, AccuWeather has clouds that are less bright and a lighter suit, and you can see good detail throughout.
Technically, the video on left exceeds the contrast ratio—the ability to display scenes with extremes in brightness—of the camera and/or codec. Devices with high contrast ratios, like computer monitors, have a great ability to retain detail when displaying images with very bright and very dark regions. Devices with low contrast ratios, which include most camcorders, can't retain detail when displaying a frame with very dark and very bright regions. Note that compression lowers the contrast ratio of any video. So even if The Weather Channel video was fine on regular broadcast television, compression reduced the contrast ratio, causing loss of detail in both the brightest and darkest regions.
When planning your background, make sure that the scene as a whole—between the background and the subject's clothing—doesn't contain extreme darks and extreme light regions.
Avoid Backlighting
Windows, lights, doors, and other strong light sources in your background should cause a huge alarm bell to ring, "Backlight! Backlight! Backlight!" That's because the contrast ratio of your eyes is much greater than that of your camcorder. So while you can easily perceive the dark faces in the video, your camcorder probably won't be able to, and whatever limited distinction it can make will probably be lost after compression.
While shooting the video shown in Figure 8, I could see the subject's face, but I missed the hot spot caused by a spotlight shining down from the ceiling. When captured and compressed—well, you see the result. Though I can brighten the face in postproduction, you can avoid the problem altogether by removing any bright spots from the background. You can also use the camera's backlight button or set exposure manually. While either of these approaches will preserve the exposure on the face, they will also blow out the lighter regions, causing loss of detail.
Darken the Background to Further Limit Detail
Another popular technique is to light the subject and leave the background dark, as I did in the interview shown in Figure 9. This has two effects; both are beneficial. First, it increases the contrast between the background and the subject, making him even more distinctive from the background. Second, it further limits the detail in the background, making it even easier to compress.
Even if there had been significant detail in the background wall, the camera wouldn't have captured it, and the codec wouldn't try to preserve it. This lets the codec concentrate its efforts on preserving the main subject of the video, which improves overall quality.
Soften the Background
Another frequently used technique in on-location case studies and testimonials is to blur the background slightly using aperture controls. This again enhances the contrast between the subject and the background, while reducing detail and improving compressed quality.
This is shown to great effect in Figure 10, a recent shoot at the Rex Theater in Galax (Va.). As you can see, the subject is well-lit and in focus, while the seats in the theater behind him are discernible but blurry. There's sufficient detail to know that the interview takes place in a theater, providing the desired, on-location feel, but the blurry background limits detail and makes the video easy to compress.
The positioning required to achieve this affect will vary by camera; essentially, the better the camera, the easier it is to create this effect. That's because a camera's depth of field (DoF) becomes shallower as the CCDs grow larger (a 35mm add-on lens such as the Letus or Brevis will also help with achieving a shallow DoF; for a look at the Brevis, see Patrick Moreau's In the Field).
Generally, the subject's face is the most important object in the frame. When the background is very light, it can be difficult to gain the proper exposure on light-skinned Caucasian faces without brightening the background beyond acceptable levels. This is why most producers choose or create a background that makes the subject's face the brightest object in the frame.
Backgrounds for People of Color
How does this change for people of color? I have very little experience creating backgrounds for African-Americans and others with dark skin, so I looked at several tele- vision sites that feature African-Americans. BET.com predominantly uses light tan sets such as the one shown in Figure 11. This generally provides good contrast with the anchors, though several lighter-skinned anchors needed to wear their hair down to avoid blending in with the background. I also checked out www.oprah.com, and saw that Oprah Winfrey uses a light blue background, which was very similar to the set used on the Tyra Banks show (as shown here). Bloomberg has an African-American anchor, and the light blue set, which it used for all shows, seemed to work very well. My last stop was a quick visit to the set of ESPN's Quite Frankly with Stephen A. Smith (now off the air). ESPN used a dark blue background for the show, which felt a touch gloomy to me, though it clearly contrasted with Smith's lighter skin. However, Smith has lighter skin than the anchor shown in Figure 11.
The critical lesson is that there is a great variation in skin color among African-American, Indian, Asian, Middle-Eastern, and other nationalities. Intuitively, the darker the skin, the lighter the background must be to provide good contrast, while with lighter skin, a darker background seems to work more effectively. If I had to choose one color for all backgrounds, it would be a light blue that was light enough to provide good contrast for a very dark-skinned individual, while dark enough for most Caucasians.
In general, the rules for clothing are similar to the rules for creating a background, so I'll present them in checklist form.
This article is an edited excerpt from , a mixed media instructional DVD produced by Jan Ozer for StreamingMedia.com. To read Todd Gillespie's review of the DVD, click here. Jan Ozer (jan at doceo.com) is a frequent contributor to industry magazines on digital video-related topics and the author of Critical Skills for Streaming Producers, a mixed media tutorial published by StreamingMedia.com.

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Constituent Update - November 15, 2013
Under Secretary for Food Safety Departs USDA
Statement from Under Secretary Elisabeth Hagen
"Today, I am announcing that I will be embarking in mid-December on a new challenge in the private sector. I am grateful to Secretary Vilsack for the opportunity to serve as Under Secretary for Food Safety and be part of his leadership team. I also want to thank the dedicated public servants of FSIS for their tireless work in protecting the public health; it has been an honor to serve with them. I've had the pleasure of serving FSIS in a career capacity as well as Under Secretary, so I know full well their commitment to protecting public health.
"It has been an ambitious three years. USDA and FSIS have successfully made preventing foodborne illness a real priority. The steps we have taken, from modernizing the agency, strengthening oversight of industry and increasing outreach to consumers has led to safer food and fewer foodborne illnesses."
Statement from Secretary Tom Vilsack
"Thanks to Elisabeth Hagen's hard work and sound leadership of the thousands of employees at the Food Safety and Inspection Service, America's food supply is safer today than ever before. FSIS has taken a wide range of new and innovative steps to protect consumers — from adopting a new zero-tolerance policy for additional strains of E. coli in beef, to adopting new standards to protect Americans from Salmonella and Campylobacter in poultry, and much more. I'm proud of our record under the Obama Administration to ensure a safe food supply for Americans, and Under Secretary Hagen has played a key role in those efforts. I wish her all the best in her future endeavors."
The statements can be found at http://www.usda.gov/2013/11/0216.xml.
Follow Us On Twitter
Find food safety information for at-risk people, along with tips and resources to keep consumers and other interested groups informed of the latest agency news and events. Follow FSIS on Twitter at www.twitter.com/USDAFoodSafety.
Also Tweet en Español
The FSIS Spanish language Twitter feed keeps consumers and other interested communities informed of the latest agency news and events and provides useful food safety tips.
Follow FSIS' Spanish Twitter account at www.twitter.com/usdafoodsafe_es.
Export Requirement Updates
The Library of Export Requirements has been updated to reflect changes in export requirements for the following areas:
- None to report at this time
Complete information can be found at http://www.fsis.usda.gov/wps/portal/fsis/topics/international-affairs/exporting-products.
FSIS Policy Update
FSIS issues notices and directives to protect public health. All notices and directives are available at http://www.fsis.usda.gov/wps/portal/fsis/topics/regulations. The following policy updates and directives were recently issued:
- Notice 74-13, Review of Record During Preshipment Review in Establishments That Have a HACCP Plan
- Notice 75-13, Special Provisions for the End of the Leave Year
- Directive 2620.3, Identifying Records Management Liaison (RML)
- Directive 3720.1 Revision 3, Federal Tort Claims
Update: FSIS Testing for E. coli
Between June 4, 2012, and November 3, 2013, FSIS' laboratory services analyzed a total of 4,334 beef trim samples (3,765 domestic and 569 imported) and 1,545 follow-up samples (1,431 domestic and 114 imported).
Sixty-five samples were found to be positive; 32 were domestic trim samples; and 33 were domestic follow-up samples. To date, two samples have been positive for both O157:H7 and non-O157 STEC, and five samples have been positive for two different non-O157 O-groups.
To review testing results, go to http://www.fsis.usda.gov/wps/portal/fsis/topics/data-collection-and-reports/microbiology/ec/testing-program-for-e-coli-o157h7-and-non-o157-stec.
Get Answers at askFSIS
AskFSIS is a web-based technology and policy question-and-answer forum on topics such as exporting, labeling, inspection, programs and procedures.
In addition, askFSIS offers Really Simple Syndication feeds that link back to the Q&As. Visit http://askfsis.custhelp.com/ to view recently posted topics.


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The Department of Energy has awarded $4 million to a Seattle company for a wind power demonstration project off Coos Bay.
Principle Power plans to install wind turbines on five floating foundations 15 miles offshore.
The grant was one of seven announced this week by the department to promote an offshore wind industry.


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Using computers and smartphones, today's bullies are harassing and threatening other teens online via text messaging and social networking sites, a phenomenon called cyberbullying that has been linked to a growing number of teen suicides in recent years.
Teens can use sites such as ask.fm — linked to the recent Rms Gosip Girl incident at Russellville Middle School — Kik and even more mainstream sites such as Instagram to participate in cyberbullying.
Cpl. Kevin Hobby, school resource officer (SRO) at Russellville Junior High, said while cyberbullying wasn't even heard of 10 years ago, today it is a growing trend with the teens he works with.
Hobby said he attributes some of the problems with cyberbullying to parents who didn't grow up with the same technology and don't know what to look for.
"The problem is parents don't know their kids' Facebook passwords," he said. "That's shocking to me."
Hobby offered the following tips to parents of teens and preteens:
n Know what social media sites your children are on and have their passwords to those sites.
n Open a dialogue to talk to your children about cyberbullying and encourage children to tell you if they are being bullied.
n Tell children to be careful of the content they post online, and remind them once you send something online, it exists forever.
n Don't allow computers in childrens' bedrooms or behind closed doors where they can't be monitored.
n Enlist friends to help keep an eye on your child's online activities.
"Be involved in every aspect of your kids' lives," Hobby said.
He said parents should not be intimidated even if they have limited computer knowledge, but should simply make an effort to be involved in their children's electronic activities and know who their friends are.
Hobby said when students at RJHS have been involved in cyberbullying, he and the school principals work together to resolve the issue.
Many times, he said, the problem can be resolved by sitting down and talking with the students.
"The ones that can't stop, they get disciplined," he said.
Hobby said he is proud of the students and parents at not only RJHS, but within the entire district, where he said problems with bullying are not as severe as in other parts of the state.
Parents should visit www.stopbullying.gov for more information on cyberbullying and what signs to look for to tell if you child might be a victim. He encouraged anyone who thinks their child or someone they know might be a victim to seek help.


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Executive Committee Meeting AGENDA Go to minutes
1. Problems and Concerns beginning this Fall: Everyone
2. Enrollment, Revenues for Fall 2004
3. WASC Communications and Responsibilities
4. CCSSE Review and Implications for College Decisions
5. Advancing our Mission - Strategic Plan Action Committee Next Steps
6. IPEDS, Peer Institution, NCHEMS Preparation
7. Banner Status
10. MLP Proposal for Sustainable Living Institute
11. Web Master Supervision/Organizational Structure
12. Other followup Items
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Present: Kate Acks, Pat Adams, Margaret Christensen, Jill Fitzpatrick, Kathryn Fletcher, Sharane Gomes for Vaughn Baker, Pam Hoopii, Michele Katsutani for Alvin Tagomori, Robyn Klein, Dan Kruse, Diane Meyer, Jeannie Pezzoli, Kiope Raymond, Suzette Robinson, Frances Segundo, David Tamanaha, Dorothy Tolliver
Resident enrollment is at 2846, non-resident at 137 with two non-resident appeals occurring. Total enrollment is 3012.
Chancellors are speaking with the President regarding
non-resident determination. Non-resident conversions will not be
automatic; we are looking at a more restrictive approach. Students
requesting residency status will need to provide evidence putting student
physically in
WASC Communication
After some concern over publicity language which has been clarified, we are now on track. Next step is payment of $6,000 invoice for candidacy. After payment is made, we will be receiving a packet of instructions. A joint visit will occur on March 15, 16, 17, 2005.
Suzette will review initial draft of press release.
CCSSE Review
Jeannie distributed and reviewed CCSSE review information. Though we ranked very high, we need to look at areas that fell below the average, e.g. financial aid response, computing services. We also need to look at what practices MCC could improve.
Margaret Christensen will mount the CCSSE report on our website. Members were asked to view the website and come to the next meeting prepared for an exercise. Unit chairs were asked to take information back to their respective groups and bring suggestions/ideas to the next Executive Committee meeting. Jeannie will check on the definitions of full-time and part-time student.
David Tamanaha reported that revenues were at $1,374,000; our target was $1,329,000. Our target for Spring is $1,380,000. Michele Katsutani will check with financial aid on tuition waivers and scholarship strategies. We probably won't get assessed for systemwide marketing. Campuses are now being assessed Banner support cost that was being paid out of the central Chancellor's office. There may still be a Governor's restriction (efficiency reserve).
We may experience some relief in Banner cost. UH Manoa contribution will be forthcoming and President may be giving money as well. We may want to make some contribution to accelerate payment and registration application on line. Michele will check to see how many students have registered on the web versus here on campus.
David distributed copies of the first draft of the LRDP site plans. This is a 10-year plan. Adjustments may be made down the line. The plan is based on a 5,000 FTE student enrollment. Changes will be made due to distance education and outreach. The Science building is our next priority as well as additional student housing. Fine Arts, Performing Arts may follow.
Members were asked to take a good look at phase 1 and unit
chairs were asked to share with faculty. Forward any comments to David or
After meeting with Joey Char, Kaahumanu Center Manager, it has been determined that having a storefront on a continuous basis is not a profit making endeavor; it would be difficult for MCC to keep a constant inventory. We are now looking at having two weekend events which will be MCC focused. One weekend experience will be in the Fall and one in the Spring. MCC programs will be highlighted. Programs will have an opportunity to showcase their products for two weeks. Customers will be able to purchase these products. We are currently looking at the ERA office on the second floor towards the parking area as a possible space for MCC's use. Weekend experiences are planned for the last two weeks in April and November with hopes of having the first weekend experience this coming November. ERA will need a minimum of 60-days notice to move out.
MCC will be able to set up the storefront as a gallery where we could display student artwork. The County store in the Maui Mall is another opportunity to display and sell student products.
Robyn has developed a draft of a business plan. She
will forward a copy to
Lana`i is developing a P-20 complex master plan where anything related to education will be in one spot. Suzette shared a diagram of the proposed development. MCC will have a space of 1800 sq. ft. and sharing another 2000 sq. ft. which is the present administration building. MCC will also be able to use other facilities after when DOE closes for the day. Alternative scenario suggested that would allow MCC to expand.
Ann Emmsley described the BS in Sustainable Systems program. Copies of the PowerPoint presentation will be forwarded to Colleen for distribution.
Webmaster Supervision
The Webmaster position will be under the supervision of the Director of Administrative Services. An advisory group may also be formed.
Dan Kruse announced that Acting President David McClain met with the All Campus Council for Academic Senate Chairs. Four items were discussed.
Curriculum: There are two new initiatives; doctoral programs in
Pharmacology and Hawaiian Language both at UH
2. Reorganization: Acting President David McClain will be eliminating the Vice President of International Affairs office and the Chief of Staff and Vice President for External Affairs positions. Sam Callejo will then become the Vice President for Administration. This will amount to approximately four hundred thousand dollars in savings.
3. Biennium Budget: There are three additions that were not in the original plans; a building for Performing Arts, money for internal auditors and for the medical school for the next two years.
4. Process is being created where All Campus Council for Academic Senate Chairs will be used for consultation. Senate Chairs will take information from the All Campus Council to campus to get feedback.


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In "The Santa Clause," an ordinary advertising exec unwittingly takes on the role of Kris Kringle. Take our quiz to test your knowledge of this holiday comedy classic.
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Question 1 of 30
What terrible fate befalls Santa Claus when he visits the Calvin home at the start of the film?
He falls off the roof.
A startled Santa falls off the roof and lands in the snow below before disappearing.
He chokes on a cookie.
He's trampled by a reindeer.
Question 2 of 30
What is the name of the divorced dad who takes over the role of Santa?
Steve Calvin
Sam Calvin
Scott Calvin
Scott Calvin goes from ordinary Joe to top elf in "The Santa Clause."
Question 3 of 30
What is the name of Scott's son?
Charlie is having doubts about the whole Santa story, until his dad takes on the job of St. Nick.
Question 4 of 30
Where does Scott work before becoming Santa Claus?
a candy store
a comic book shop
a toy company
Scott was an advertising executive at a toy company before he moved to the North Pole.
Question 5 of 30
What is the name of the elf who runs Santa's workshop?
Bernard the elf keeps things running smoothly at the North Pole workshop.
Question 6 of 30
Why can't Scott enjoy cookies and milk, a traditional Santa favorite?
He's a vegan.
He's lactose intolerant.
Because of his lactose intolerance, Scott eats the celery left out for him but doesn't drink the milk.
He's allergic to nuts.
Question 7 of 30
Which group helps free Scott from prison after he's arrested?
Central Intelligence Agency
Federal Bureau of Investigation
Effective Liberating Flight Squad
The Effective Liberating Flight Squad (ELFS) flies in to save Santa when he ends up in the slammer.
Question 8 of 30
What gift does Bernard give Charlie on the latter's first visit to the North Pole?
a snow globe
The magic snow globe comes in handy at the end of the movie.
a toy reindeer
a jetpack
Question 9 of 30
Which comedian played the starring role of Scott Calvin/Santa Claus in the film?
Tim Allen
Tim Allen took a break from "Home Improvement" to star in "The Santa Clause."
Michael Myers
Will Ferrell
Question 10 of 30
What year was "The Santa Clause" released?
Since its release in 1994, "The Santa Clause" has remained a holiday favorite.
Question 11 of 30
Why did Charlie's mom ask a judge to revoke custody of Charlie from Scott Calvin?
his Kris Kringle delusion
Charlie's mom, Laura, has a judge revoke custody because she is concerned about Scott's growing Santa Claus delusion.
his poor driving habits
his lengthy arrest record
Question 12 of 30
What does Charlie's stepfather, Neil, do for a living?
He's a psychiatrist.
Scott finds plenty of opportunities to mock Neil for his job as a psychiatrist.
He's unemployed.
He's a teacher.
Question 13 of 30
What do the elves use to break Santa out of prison?
candy canes
jingle bells
The elves use tinsel to cut through the hinges on Santa's cell, freeing him so he can continue his gift-giving.
Question 14 of 30
Why does Scott Calvin, aka Santa Claus, end up in the slammer?
Scott ends up behind bars after he kidnaps Charlie and takes off in his sleigh.
speeding in his sleigh
Question 15 of 30
What tasty treats are produced by the CD player in Santa's sleigh?
candy canes and reindeer feed
cocoa and cookies
Santa's sleigh comes with a special CD player that dispenses cocoa and cookies.
gingerbread and gum drops
Question 16 of 30
How long did Judy the elf take to perfect her hot cocoa recipe?
one year
seven years
1,200 years
Judy spent 1,200 years perfecting her recipe, which requires that the drink be shaken, not stirred.
Question 17 of 30
What action makes Scott legally obligated to take on the role of Saint Nick?
putting on the Santa suit
Thanks to a little rule known as the "Santa Clause," Scott is legally bound to become the next Santa the moment he dons the red suit.
climbing down a chimney
laying a finger beside his nose
Question 18 of 30
Where does Scott take Charlie to eat on Christmas Eve at the start of the film?
After Scott burns the turkey, he and Charlie enjoy a Christmas Eve dinner at Denny's.
Waffle House
Question 19 of 30
What book are Scott and Charlie reading when they hear a suspicious noise on the roof?
"Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire"
"The Night Before Christmas"
Scott and Charlie are enjoying "The Night Before Christmas" when the star of the story lands on their rooftop.
"The Hobbit"
Question 20 of 30
Which company made the ladder that Scott and Charlie use to reach the roof?
Candy Cane Co.
Christmas List Ladder Co.
Rose Suchak Ladder Co.
The ladder came from Rose Suchak Ladder Co., a play on "arose such a clatter."
Question 21 of 30
What disease does Scott accuse the reindeer of having when he first lays eyes on them?
key lime disease
Scott accuses the reindeer of having key lime disease, but he eventually learns to appreciate them as he settles into the role of Santa.
heart disease
Question 22 of 30
Which of the following happens to Scott after he takes on the role of Santa?
rapid hair growth
unwanted weight gain
both of the above
After unwittingly agreeing to the Santa Clause, Scott experiences rapid weight gain, unwanted hair growth and an inexplicable appeal to children.
Question 23 of 30
At what age did Charlie's stepdad, Neil, stop believing in Santa Claus?
Neil gave up on Saint Nick at the wise old age of 3. His wife, Laura, hung on until age 8 before giving up on Santa.
Question 24 of 30
Who directed "The Santa Clause"?
Tim Allen
George Lucas
John Pasquin
John Pasquin not only directed "The Santa Clause" but also worked with Tim Allen on "Home Improvement."
Question 25 of 30
How many sequels did "The Santa Clause" inspire?
Plot lines in the two "The Santa Clause" sequels revolve around the search for Mrs. Claus and a scuffle with Jack Frost.
Question 26 of 30
Which actor turned down the role of Scott Calvin in "The Santa Clause"?
Bill Cosby
Chevy Chase
Chevy Chase turned down the role, which ultimately went to comedian Tim Allen.
Michael Myers
Question 27 of 30
How did Scott describe his first trip down the chimney to deliver gifts?
like a dream come true
full of Christmas magic
like "America's Most Wanted"
Scott's first gift-giving experience was anything but magical — he compared it to being on "America's Most Wanted."
Question 28 of 30
What gift does Scott/Santa give Laura to restore her faith in Christmas?
Easy-Bake Oven
Mystery Date game
Scott-as-Santa gives Laura the Mystery Date game she longed for as a child.
Barbie doll
Question 29 of 30
What gift does Scott/Santa give Neil to make him believe in Kris Kringle again?
Oscar Mayer weenie whistle
Scott finally gets his Oscar Mayer weenie whistle, which he'd longed for since the age of 3.
Red Ryder air rifle
G.I. Joe
Question 30 of 30
What does Charlie have to do when he wants to call his dad back from the North Pole for a visit?
mail a letter
shake his snow globe
Charlie has to shake his magic snow globe when he's ready to reconnect with dad.
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The purpose of this website is firstly to provide translations of the suttas where greater effort is made to prevent the arising of misunderstandings due to translation distortion by increasing the level of transparency of the translation process, and taking the reader down to the meaning of the original Pali words; secondly, this website intends to enable those who have little time with them to get a fair knowledge of all important Pali terms and expressions which are fundamental for the proper understanding of Dhamma, simply by reading the suttas and their proposed commentaries. In order to make such an aim easily attainable, the idea is to focus fully on semantics while completely leaving aside grammatical matters, which are much more difficult to get acquainted with and of much lower spiritual interest.
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Dermabrasion is the removal of the top layers of the skin. It is a type of skin smoothing surgery.
Dermabrasion is usually done while you are awake. The health care provider will apply a numbing medicine (local anesthesia) to the area of skin that will be worked on.
If you are having a complex procedure, you may be given medicines called sedatives to make you sleepy and less anxious, or you may receive general anesthesia, which allows you to sleep through surgery and not feel any pain during the procedure.
Dermabrasion uses a special device to gently and carefully "sand" the top surface of the skin down to normal, healthy skin. Petroleum jelly or antibiotic ointment is placed on the treated skin to reduce scab formation and scaring.
Dermabrasion may be helpful if you have:
Alternative treatments such as laser or chemical peels exist for many of these conditions. Always discuss your options with your health care provider.
Risks of dermabrasion include permanent skin coloring changes (either lighter, darker, or pinker). Excessive scars or keloids may also result.
The risks of any anesthesia include:
The risks of any surgery include:
Your doctor will likely give you antiviral medication to prevent severe cold sores from forming.
The skin may be treated with ointment and a wet or waxy dressing. After surgery, your skin will be red and swollen. Eating and talking may be difficult. You may have some aching, tingling, or burning for a while after surgery. Your doctor can prescribe medicine to help control any pain. Your doctor may have you return for dressing changes in the days after the procedure.
Swelling usually goes away within 2 - 3 weeks. New skin starts to itch as it grows. If you had freckles, they may temporarily disappear.
You may have enlarged pores or whiteheads after the skin-smoothing surgery, but they eventually go away.
If the treated skin remains red and swollen after healing has started, this may be a sign that abnormal scars are beginning to form. Talk to your doctor. Treatment may be available.
Doctors recommend that men who have this procedure avoid shaving for a while, and use an electric razor when they do begin shaving again.
The new layer of skin will be a little swollen, sensitive, and bright pink for several weeks. Most patients can go back to normal activities in about 2 weeks. You should avoid any activity that could cause injury to the treated area. Avoid sports that involve balls, such as baseball, for 4 - 6 weeks.
Keep your face out of chlorinated water (such as that used in pools) for at least 4 weeks.
Protect the skin from the sun for 6 - 12 months until your skin coloring has returned to normal. Hypo-allergenic makeup may be worn to hide any discoloring. When full color occurs, it should closely match the surrounding skin, making the procedure almost impossible to detect.
For about 3 weeks after surgery, your skin will turn red when you drink alcohol.
Thomas JR, Mobley SR. Scar revision and camouflage. In: Flint PW, Haughey BH, Lund VJ, et al, eds. Cummings Otolaryngology: Head & Neck Surgery. 5th ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Mosby Elsevier;2010: chap 21.
Perkins SW, Sandel HD IV. Management of aging skin. In: Flint PW, Haughey BH, Lund VJ, et al, eds. Cummings Otolaryngology: Head & Neck Surgery. 5th ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Mosby Elsevier;2010: chap 27.
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Microsoft seems to think so; it just gave the app top prize in the British leg of the company's global student tech Imagine Cup competition.
The prize was won by four University of Exeter students who say they have come up with a way to boost the sound of cellphone MP3 file-based music. The app came out of a hackathon run by SETsquared, a partnership of British universities that work together to support students in enterprise activity, in partnership with a network called OpenMIC and the University of Exeter Students' Guild.
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The students said they got their idea after complaining to each other about the volume of music playing from their cellphones while they were participating in a 48-hour coding contest. Inspired, they created an app that uses Bluetooth to link together potentially unlimited numbers of mobile phones to stream the same song in perfect timing, effectively creating a "symphony of speakers." As the students say on their charmingly un-corporate website, "We realized if we linked all our phones and laptops and used them as speakers we could have an awesome surround system amongst friends." Hence, the new startup, SoundSYNK.
Off the back of their win, the four have turned some intensive mentoring from Cambridge Cluster-based entrepreneur and former judge in the popular
BBC TV show Dragon's Den Doug Richards into a new business, and have even managed to secure seed money of £10,000 ($15,313) from a body called Creative England.
Next for the quartet is taking their app to the Imagine Cup finals in Russia to compete for $50,000 in prize money. "We are absolutely ecstatic. Representing the U.K. is an honor and we are going to do
everything we can to win in Russia!" said student Edward Noel.
"Anyone can build an app to a certain degree," said SETsquared's partnership director, Graham Harrison. "But turning it into a successful business, as these students have done, and making the most of the U.K.'s booming app market is another thing entirely."
Natasha Joseph, a representative of the Microsoft Imagine Cup team, also had high praise. "The progress SoundSYNK has made has been incredible. When I first met them, they hardly knew each other; within 48 hours they'd created an amazing idea," she said. "It was clear when they won the regional finals that they were real contenders for the top spot and their pitch presentation yesterday put them head and shoulders above the rest."
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Activity level is an assessment of your level of long-term physical activity. Select the alternative that best describes the overall amount and intensity of your physical activity during the past three months.
- Top: You participate in heavy physical exercise at least 5 times a week, or you exercise to improve performance for competitive purposes.
- High: You participate at least 3 times a week in heavy physical exercise, e.g. you run 10-40 km/6-25 miles or you cycle 2-4 hours (40-120 km/ 25-75 miles) per week or spend that time in comparable physical activity.
- Moderate: You participate regularly in recreational sports, e.g. you run 5-10 km or 3-6 miles or you cycle 1/2-2 hours (15-40 km/ 3-25 miles) per week or spend that time in comparable physical activity, or your work requires modest physical activity.
- Low: You do not participate regularly in recreational sport or heavy physical activity, e.g. you walk only for pleasure or exercise hard enough to cause heavy breathing or perspiration only occasionally.


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I have a new (to me) 2006 K1200GT that needs a GPS mount. I have a Garmin 2730 and a Touratech locking cradle.
I'm looking for GPS mount recommendations.
The Touratech attaches to a 1/2" (?) diameter bar, but what I want is a really clean installation, so I'm open to cradle suggestions.
I'd like to mount the GPS in the center (not off to the side) but I'm not sure if I shoudl choose low (between the handlebars) or high (above the speedo, under the windscreen.)
I've seen some options by looking through Google Images, but I've had no luck finding vendors.
So, I'd love to hear what other K1200GT owners have done.


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What are the job responsibilities of a Coal Dumping Equipment Operator ? What does an individual in this position get paid in Ohio?
Here is the position summary for Coal Dumping Equipment Operator as found in BLR's Salary Finder:
Load and unload chemicals and bulk solids, such as coal, sand, and grain into or from tank cars, trucks, or ships using material moving equipment. May perform a variety of other tasks relating to shipment of products. May gauge or sample shipping tanks and test them for leaks.
In Ohio, the midpoint of salaries reported for the position (50th percentile) is $32,064. The 75th percentile (the rate below which 75% of salary data falls) is $39,817. The 25th percentile (the rate below which 25% of the data falls) is $28,672.
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How much should you pay a Coal Dumping Equipment Operator ?
Compensation.BLR.com, a leading provider of compensation data, scores this job as nonexempt (entitled to overtime). According to Compensation.BLR.com's rate ranges, grade 8 has a minimum of $27,827. The midpoint is $37,109, and the maximum is $46,371.
How much should an employer be paying a Coal Dumping Equipment Operator in Ohio? It depends on many factors, but the most important are the experience and skills of the employee or applicant. Answer these questions: How much experience does he or she have? How highly skilled is he or she? Then, use the table below. Interpolate as necessary.


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HeartSong Ministry - Lake Ann, MI - February 1, 2013 - Calendar - Cedarville University
HeartSong Ministry - Lake Ann, MI
February 1-3, 2013
HeartSong Ministries exists to communicate the livable reality of the gospel as seen through genuine worship. Whether at a large conference or small youth event, our four HeartSong teams intentionally balance music, Scripture, and life stories to engage audiences in a way that is distinctively Cedarville.
HeartSong will be ministering in music during the Freeze Out weekend at Lake Ann Camp.
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CARSON, Calif. --Two years ago, the Puerto Rico Islanders shocked the LA Galaxy at The Home Depot Center, but according to forward Jose Villarreal, the Galaxy have a game plan in mind to shut down the Islanders.
Puerto Rico arrive at The HDC having not scored in three NASL matches, but bring with them a talented offense that provides a dangerous mix of physicality and speed. The Galaxy may have to face the Islanders without all three of their Designated Players as Irish forward Robbie Keane is suspended while David Beckham (stomach illness) and Landon Donovan (left hamstring strain) are injury doubts. This could open up opportunities for players like Villarreal, who may earn his second CONCACAF Champions League start on Wednesday with Keane suspended and Donovan questionable.
The opportunity to participate in such an important may may deter some younger players, but Villarreal has a plan for Galaxy success.
VILLARREAL: "They're a very physical and athletic team with a lot of strong guys that have pace, but I think that if we put the ball on the ground and move it around them then I think we'll be able to get around them and score some goals."


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Branchport, New York Probate Lawyers
William Preston Fletcher
Penn Yan, NY Probate Attorney. 35 years experience
(315) 536-2851 215 Main Street
Penn Yan, NY 14527
Penn Yan, NY 14527
Probate, Agricultural, Estate Planning and Real Estate
Indiana University School of Law-Bloomington
Indiana University School of Law-Bloomington
Bill has been in private practice for more than 30 years during which he has mastered numerous areas of practice, from pure real property, title, title insurance, real estate finance, associations, corporate, banking, estate planning and administration, landlord tenant, and more. Bill has served as Town Attorney, and since 1998 as Town Justice of his town of residence. He is a long time Rotarian and twice president of his Club. He is the proud father of three children, now all grown and productive members of society. Bill and his wife and best friend Mary of 38 years are both working...
(585) 264-1350 90 Office Park Way
Pittsford, NY 14534
Pittsford, NY 14534
Nathan A. Shoff
Naples, NY Probate Lawyer. 10 years experience
(585) 374-5210 196 North Main St.
P.O. Box 417
Naples, NY 14512
P.O. Box 417
Naples, NY 14512
Probate and Estate Planning
Suny At Buffalo School Of Law
Suny At Buffalo School Of Law
A native of Lancaster, New York, Nathan Shoff received his B.A. in Political Science summa cum laude from Canisius College in 2003, and graduated from SUNY Buffalo Law School magna cum laude in 2006. After working as an associate attorney in Buffalo from 2007-2008, Nathan joined the Thomson Reuters (West) publishing company as an Attorney-Editor of numerous criminal law, civil rights, intellectual property and international legal publications. Nathan is currently a member of the Monroe County Bar Association, the Ontario County Bar Association, and New York State Bar Association, and is a proud supporter of...
William W. Pulos
Hornell, NY Probate Lawyer. 35 years experience
(888) 324-7379 70 Main Street
P.O. Box 337
Hornell, NY 14843
P.O. Box 337
Hornell, NY 14843
Probate, Insurance Claims, Real Estate and Workers' Comp
Albany Law School
Albany Law School
Mr. Pulos enjoys a very successful, diverse professional career. A trial lawyer by training, Mr. Pulos returned to his hometown of Alfred, New York following his graduation from Albany Law School and opened a general law practice by hanging out his shingle on Main Street. He is the only person born and raised in Alfred to have graduated from law school and returned to open a law practice in Alfred. From there, Mr. Pulos has developed a reputation as a lawyer for people that have been wronged by others in the workplace or by vehicular accidents or...
Daniel Anthony Testa III
Auburn, NY Probate Attorney. 13 years experience
(315) 255-3368 39 William Street
Suite 205
Auburn, NY 13021
Suite 205
Auburn, NY 13021
Probate, Estate Planning, Family and Real Estate
State University of New York - Buffalo
State University of New York - Buffalo
I am a general practice attorney concentrating in Real Estate Law, Estate Planning and Administration, Family Law including Divorce and Uncontested Divorce and Criminal Law. Based in Auburn, New York the I service all of Central New York and the Fingerlakes Region including Cayuga, Onondaga, Seneca, Tompkins, Cortland and Oswego counties. I am a client focused Attorney. When you choose me to represent you you can rest assured that your matter will always take top priority and never get lost in the fray. My Office is dedicated to client satisfaction and customer service. In addition most services are...
Paul Vincent Ciminelli
Penfield, NY Probate Attorney. 30 years experience
(585) 235-0980 421 Penbrooke Drive
Suite 2
Penfield, NY 14526-2045
Suite 2
Penfield, NY 14526-2045
Probate, Civil Rights, Criminal and Estate Planning
Rutgers University - Camden
Rutgers University - Camden
Kimberly Noelle Rothman
Ithaca, NY Probate Lawyer. 12 years experience
(607) 273-4200 215 East State Street, Suite 200
P.O. Box 6435
Ithaca, NY 14850
P.O. Box 6435
Ithaca, NY 14850
Probate, Estate Planning and Real Estate
Harvard Law School
Harvard Law School
Ms. Rothman advises clients in all aspects of estate planning with an emphasis on drafting wills and trusts tailored to individual clients' needs, including protecting and providing for family members, carrying out charitable intentions, and minimizing tax obligations. Ms. Rothman also represents buyers and sellers of residential and commercial real estate throughout Tompkins County and the surrounding areas, and represents executors and trustees in connection with estate administration matters including Surrogate's Court proceedings, tax filings and post-mortem planning.
Jeffrey Vincent Scherer
Avon, NY Probate Attorney. 7 years experience
P.O. Box 251
Avon, NY 14414
Avon, NY 14414
Free ConsultationProbate, Criminal, DWI and Family
State University of New York - Buffalo
State University of New York - Buffalo
Ask any of my former clients and they will tell you that I will fight for the best outcome in your case. If you need an attorney in Western New York, the Law Offices of Jeffrey V. Scherer will provide you with fair and skillful representation. As a former assistant district attorney in both Livingston and Chemung Counties, I personally handled thousands of misdemeanor and felony matters, I have the experience to handle Criminal, DWI and other legal matters with service tailored to meet your needs. The firm also provides representation in other areas of law including Real Estate, Family...
(716) 316-3160 Buffalo, NY 14120
Marcus W Kroll Esq
Rochester, NY Probate Lawyer. 10 years experience
(585) 232-6500 1600 Bausch and Lomb Place
Rochester, NY 14604
Rochester, NY 14604
Free ConsultationProbate, Elder and Estate Planning
Trusts & Estates, including unique planning situations such as second marriages, unmarried couples, LGBT couples, and family members with special needs Elder law Guardianships Foreign estate planning and tax compliance Marcus also assists clients with personal matters such as child support enforcement, spousal maintenance enforcement and QDROs.
Richard P. Ruswick
Ithaca, NY Probate Lawyer. 34 years experience
(607) 272-3484 121 E. Buffalo St.
Ithaca, NY 14850
Ithaca, NY 14850
Probate, Business, Estate Planning and Real Estate
The University of Chicago Law School
The University of Chicago Law School
Stephen Michael Kelley
Geneseo, NY Probate Lawyer. 18 years experience
(585) 519-4387 131 Main Street
Suite 7
Geneseo, NY 14454
Suite 7
Geneseo, NY 14454
Probate, Divorce, Elder and Family
State University of New York - Buffalo
State University of New York - Buffalo
Practice areas - Family Law and Divorce, Elderlaw (asset preservation) and a general civil practice.
Deborah Wolf Miller
Ithaca, NY Probate Lawyer. 29 years experience
(607) 277-0272 104 N. Cayuga Street - Suite 7
[MAILING: P.O. Box 538 with zip 14851]
Ithaca, NY 14850
[MAILING: P.O. Box 538 with zip 14851]
Ithaca, NY 14850
Probate, Elder, Estate Planning and Tax
Rutgers School of Law-Camden
Rutgers School of Law-Camden
James Edward Maslyn
Rochester, NY Probate Lawyer. 38 years experience
Rochester, NY 14614
Rochester, NY 14614
Free ConsultationProbate, Arbitration & Mediation, Personal Injury and Real Estate
Over 36 years of litigation experience in personal injury and contract areas of law. Solid background in residential real estate, wills and arbitration/mediation areas. Long time arbitrator with American Arbitration Association. Client contact and personal attention is my forte
Emilee K. Lawson Hatch
Ithaca, NY Probate Attorney. 8 years experience
Ithaca, NY 14850
Probate, Elder, Estate Planning and Tax
University of Miami School of Law and Syracuse University College of Law
University of Miami School of Law and Syracuse University College of Law
I am a native of the Rocky Mountains, having grown up in Evergreen, Colorado. Since settling in New York, I have developed a broad and sophisticated client base. I concentrate my practice in the areas of estate planning, trust and estate administration, and estate and gift taxation. It is important to me to consider each of my client's values and background as I help them decide which type of estate plan will best fit their needs. I use a practical approach to my practice. Offering the assurance of complete confidentiality and responsive service, I try...
Watertown, NY 13601
(315) 701-6419 110 W. Fayette St., Ste 1000
Syracuse, NY 13224
Syracuse, NY 13224
Peter Paul Charnetsky
Vestal, NY Probate Lawyer. 33 years experience
(607) 722-1520 4100 Vestal Road
Suite 104
Vestal, NY 13850
Suite 104
Vestal, NY 13850
Probate, Appeals, Estate Planning and Family
Stetson University College of Law
Stetson University College of Law
A native of Binghamton, Peter came to Tully Rinckey PLLC with 30 years of legal experience, including 10 years of judicial experience and 20 years of experience in private practice. Before joining Tully Rinckey PLLC, Peter operated a solo law practice in Binghamton for 15 years, where he practiced family and matrimonial law; including contested and uncontested divorce, child custody, child support and adoption. He also practiced criminal defense, including DWIs and other felony and misdemeanor offenses. He currently serves as a settlement officer with the New York Supreme Court, Appellate Division, Third Department Civil Appeals Settlement Program.
During his judicial...
During his judicial...
Jeffrey Rheinhardt
Rome, NY Probate Attorney. 36 years experience
(315) 339-0503 201 W. Dominick Street
Rome, NY 13440
Rome, NY 13440
Probate, Elder, Estate Planning and Health Care
Albany Law School
Albany Law School
Jeff has over 25 years of experience as an attorney and is the principal at Radley and Rheinhardt. He is a Certified Elder Law Attorney (CELA)* through the National Elder Law Foundation (NELF) and is an active member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA). Jeff also serves as a delegate to the Elder Law Section of the New York State Bar Association. He is a member of the Herkimer County Bar Association and a frequent seminar presenter and contributor to local publications on issues affecting seniors and the disabled. *Certified Elder Law Attorney by National Elder...
(315) 894-8330 85 Otsego Street
PO Box 360
Ilion, NY 13357
PO Box 360
Ilion, NY 13357
Phillip Hurwitz
Rochester, NY Probate Attorney. 27 years experience
(585) 720-9653 72 Long Pond Road
Rochester, NY 14612
Rochester, NY 14612
Probate, Entertainment & Sports, Landlord Tenant and Traffic Tickets
St. John's University School of Law
St. John's University School of Law
Thomas Hewner
Batavia, NY Probate Attorney. 38 years experience
(585) 479-3838 104 Bank St.
Batavia, NY 14020
Batavia, NY 14020
Probate, Bankruptcy, Business and Estate Planning
Albany Law School
Albany Law School
Donald Roger Swete
Syracuse, NY Probate Lawyer. 32 years experience
(315) 478-7869 1632 W Genesee St
Syracuse, NY 13204
Syracuse, NY 13204
Free ConsultationProbate, Personal Injury, Social Security Disability and Workers' Comp
New York Law School
New York Law School
We have a small, general practice firm that knows our clients by name, not a number. We deliver personalized service in a variety of areas with a concentration representing injured and disabled people. Whether it be for Social Security Disability, Workers Compensation or other Personal Injury, we walk you through the process to get you the best results with the least worry.
Daniel C Caro
Pendleton, NY Probate Attorney. 22 years experience
(716) 514-3857 7342 Paddock Ridge
Pendleton, NY 14120
Pendleton, NY 14120
Free ConsultationProbate, Business, Elder and Estate Planning
SUNY Buffalo Law School
SUNY Buffalo Law School
Linda Stravalaci-Grear
Buffalo, NY Probate Attorney. 23 years experience
(716) 204-1055 455 Cayuga Road
Suite 600
Buffalo, NY 14225
Suite 600
Buffalo, NY 14225
Probate, Elder and Estate Planning
University of Akron School of Law
University of Akron School of Law
As the daughter of Italian immigrants, the values of hard work, education, and integrity were instilled at a young age. In two decades of practicing law, I have learned not only the mechanics of Elder Law, Estate Planning, Trusts, Probate, and Guardianships, and but also the importance of compassion and understanding in dealing with clients who are enduring emotionally difficult times. I receive immense satisfaction from serving clients in their greatest times of need. What I love most about my job is helping people. Many times a client comes to me carrying a heavy burden with emotional...
Tyler J. Threehouse
Olean, NY Probate Lawyer. 3 years experience
(716) 375-4213 142 N. Barry Street
Olean, NY 14760
Olean, NY 14760
Probate, Elder, Estate Planning and Personal Injury
SUNY Buffalo Law School
SUNY Buffalo Law School
Wesley Michael Brown
Amherst, NY Probate Attorney. 18 years experience
(716) 312-0015 4498 Main St., Ste. 11
Amherst, NY 14226
Amherst, NY 14226
Probate, Elder, Estate Planning and Real Estate
Wesley M. Brown grew up in Tonawanda, New York and graduated from St. Joseph's Collegiate Institute. He attended Canisius College, Erie Community College, and received his Bachelor of Arts degree in political science from Niagara University in 1994 He attended the University of Toledo College of Law where he was a member of the Law Review and received his Juris Doctor in 2000.
Mary Keib Smith
Jamesville, NY Probate Attorney. 25 years experience
(315) 492-3000 4615 North Street
Jamesville, NY 13078
Jamesville, NY 13078
Probate, Elder, Estate Planning and Real Estate
Mary Keib Smith has been an attorney at Cramer, Smith & Miller, PC, since 1999 and is a shareholder in the firm. She received her Bachelor's Degree from Cornell University in 1983 and then worked in an investment banking firm in Boston, Massachusetts before entering law school. Mary graduated from Syracuse University College of Law in 1992. She was admitted to the New York State Bar in 1993 and the U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York in 1994. Mary focuses her practice on drafting Wills, Trusts, Health Care Proxies, and Powers of Attorney, settling and administering...
Keith Edward O'toole
Rochester, NY Probate Attorney. 27 years experience
(585) 352-7300 116 Bronze Leaf Trail
Rochester, NY 14612
Rochester, NY 14612
Probate, Estate Planning, Landlord Tenant and Real Estate
Albany Law School
Albany Law School
Established in 1992. My name is Keith O'Toole. I have 20 years of experience as an attorney with an emphasis on real estate and estate planning in the Rochester area. My real estate practice is the gateway to other areas of law in which I practice, including: Evictions, Wills, Probate, LLCs & Corporations, Criminal, Traffic and Small Business. I represent home buyers, home builders, landlords, investors, small business, developers and local governments. My business is successful because I make it less about me, and more about my clients. It's your life, your goals and your success...
Rebecca M. Guerra
Amherst, NY Probate Attorney. 4 years experience
(716) 636-7600 2410 N Forest Rd
Ste 301
Amherst, NY 14068
Ste 301
Amherst, NY 14068
Probate and Estate Planning
State University of New York at Buffalo School of Law
State University of New York at Buffalo School of Law
I currently focus my practice in HoganWillig's Estate Planning & Elder Law department. I practice in areas of probate estates, estate planning, trusts and guardianship law. Prior to joining HoganWillig, I practiced in the areas of medical malpractice defense and workers' compensation defense law. I received my Juris Doctor degree in 2012, Magna Cum Laude, from the State University of New York at Buffalo. Before law school, I was an executive with a workflow software firm in Rochester, New York. Honors & Awards 2011 Niagara International Moot Court, editor and writer for 2nd place winning brief...
Michael Alan Gold
Niagara Falls, NY Probate Lawyer. 44 years experience
(716) 285-2267 256 3rd Street
Niagara Falls, NY 14303
Niagara Falls, NY 14303
Probate and Elder
Alfonso Marra Bax
Lewiston, NY Probate Lawyer. 20 years experience
(716) 754-4497 755 Center Street - Suite 7W
Lewiston, NY 14092
Lewiston, NY 14092
Probate, Bankruptcy, Estate Planning and Family
James Betro
Oneida, NY Probate Attorney. 29 years experience
(315) 363-3602 146 Madison
Oneida, NY 13421
Oneida, NY 13421
Probate, Business, Estate Planning and Real Estate
Robert Baldwin
Syracuse, NY Probate Attorney. 36 years experience
(315) 477-0100 126 North Salina Street, Suite 320
Syracuse, NY 13202
Syracuse, NY 13202
Probate, Estate Planning, Municipal and Tax
Jason C. Lamb Esq
Camden, NY Probate Lawyer.
(315) 281-9529 23 Main Street
PO Box 409
Camden, NY 13316
PO Box 409
Camden, NY 13316
Probate, Arbitration & Mediation, Business and Estate Planning
Inna Fershteyn
Brooklyn, NY Probate Attorney. 19 years experience
(718) 333-2394 1517 Voorhies Ave, 4FL
Brooklyn, NY 11235
Brooklyn, NY 11235
Probate, Elder, Employment and Estate Planning
Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law
Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law
Inna Fershteyn is Brooklyn leading estate planning lawyer who received education from the top schools and practiced law in several major law firms before opening Law Offices of Inna Fershteyn and Associates, P.C. Ms. Fershteyn's professional philosophy is that ability, experience, service, and direct accountability are the primary components of effective legal representation. Her accomplishments and renowned success are due to this strict adherence to providing first rate, specialized services that are custom tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. Ms. Fershteyn is bilingual in English and Russian and has been practicing law for...
Daniel R. Lasar
New York, NY Probate Attorney. 19 years experience
(646) 494-2116 276 Fifth Avenue
Suite 704
New York, NY 10001
Suite 704
New York, NY 10001
Free ConsultationProbate, Estate Planning, Immigration and Personal Injury
Emory University School of Law
Emory University School of Law
Active member of four state bars (NJ, NY, GA, and NC).
(732) 626-5152 1581 Route 27, Suite 202
Edison, NJ 08817
Edison, NJ 08817
(770) 744-3928 3060 Pharr Court North
Suite 31
Atlanta, GA 30305
Suite 31
Atlanta, GA 30305
(910) 763-8185 102 N. Front Street
Wilmington , NC 28403
Wilmington , NC 28403
Regina Kiperman
New York, NY Probate Attorney. 7 years experience
(917) 261-4513 80 Maiden Lane
Suite 304
New York, NY 10038
Suite 304
New York, NY 10038
Free ConsultationProbate, Elder and Estate Planning
Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law and State University of New York - Binghamton
Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law and State University of New York - Binghamton
Regina advises clients in the areas of Probate, Estate & Trust Administration, Estate Planning, Contested and Uncontested Guardianship matters, Will Contests, Contested Accounting, and Special Needs Planning.
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Bon Jovi has released the video for the title track of their new album This House is Not For Sale.
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In the clip, Jon Bon Jovi drives through the ghetto in a red car and into a middle class suburban neighborhood. He pulls up to a brick ranch-style house that has a "for sale" sign in front of it. As he sings reaches the line in the song, "This house is not for sale," he pulls away and continues driving. Other scenes in the video take place in a graveyard crawling with gnarled tree roots and in the lobby of a mansion, where the band performs.
Anthemic and filled with sing-a-long hooks, "This House is Not for Sale," conjures past Bon Jovi rockers like "Livin' on a Prayer" and "It's My Life." The lyrics touch on themes of adhering to principles and refusing to give up in the face of adversity.
"I set each stone and I hammered each nail/ This house is not for sale/ The memories live and the dream don't fail/ This house is not for sale," sings Bon Jovi in the chorus.
The band's new album, also called This House Is Not For Sale, will be released on October 21st.
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"We are honored to work with the Wyoming DOT and these communities to implement wayside horn technology," said Danny Fregia, director, Railroad Technology Applications, for CTC. "Mitigating locomotive horn noise will improve quality of life for residents while maintaining safety at the crossings."


text: "Feiler treads on very dangerous ground in this marvelous account of ... an expedition beginning with a treacherous helicopter ride over the West Bank and ending with an equally perilous airlift into Baghdad. Using the second half of the Hebrew Bible as his guide, Feiler retraced, and he reinterprets, Joshua's conquest of the Promised Land, David's struggle with Goliath, the capture of Jericho, and the history of the prophets. In tandem, he recounts discussing the Bible with people he met along the way, who range from military chaplains to archaeologists. He visited Bethlehem, Jerusalem, Baghdad, the Tigris and Euphrates rivers, Babylon, and Tehran, and found that exploring through the prism of the Bible allowed him to see everything in a new light. Now he wonders, most of all, about the role of religion in contemporary life. Can faith and tolerance coexist? Is religion a source of conflict or of peace? Erudite yet immensely readable, he chronicles a spiritual journey to the roots of Western civilization."Booklist


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U.S. incomes ticked up in November after moving sideways for much of 2012. Real median household income was up 1.6% from the 2012 low of $50,516 in April. That's according to a new study of census data. At $51,310, median income is slightly above its year-ago level of $51,276, but well below the prerecession level of $54,286, five years earlier in November 2007.


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Somehow I misread it the first time through. No harm done, though. (So far I've marked only two people as friends. Not that I don't like anyone else, just not making full use of the feature yet.) I always presume anything I do here can be visible to the full Perl community, because you run the site, and everybody knows you.
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Reading finally scores, but Hahnemann concedes lead in 2-2 draw with Blackpool.
Dempsey scores twice, adds assist to spark Fulham past Manchester City.
Edu scores first goal, Beasley injures rib in Rangers victory.
Friedel is sent off from Villa's 5-0 rout at hands of Liverpool.
Howard, Everton are on the upswing in English Premier League.
Bradley helps Gladbach mount effort to escape relegation.
Donovan to wrap up Munich tenure and rejoin Galaxy in MLS.
Healthy after long recovery, Spector is recording playing time with West Ham.
Foul tackle leaves Beasley bruised, but apparently not sidelined.
Bradley scores tying goal in Gladbach's 1-1 draw at Bremen.
McBride, Beasley stay put as transfer window closes.
McBride could return to Fulham of EPL, Altidore moves.
Friedel posts two shutouts for Aston Villa which defeats Portsmouth, ties Doncaster.
Beasley, Edu struggle for playing time for Glasgow Rangers.
Donovan scores, looks strong in pair of Bayern Munich exhibition wins.
Altidore's effort at Villareal has Everton eyeing a loan deal.
Rovers' loss is gain for Aston Villa as Friedel leads upward EPL surge.
Onyewu's future with Standard is up in the air as club ponders transfer.
Dempsey finds net twice, late header for Fulham stuns Chelsea in 2-2 draw.
U.S. under-20s Bernardo, Nazzani refine their trade in Italy.
Adu gets first start for Monaco in Cup loss to PSG.
With Friedel in net, Aston Villa couples UEFA Cup advancement with EPL success.
Howard, Onyewu face off: Standard, Everton draw in UEFA Cup.
U.S. players have seen their numbers dwindle in English Premier League.
Beasley helps Rangers get off to good start.
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(Monday, April 20, 2009) -- United States goalkeeper Tim Howard made a pair of difficult saves in a penalty-kicks shootout to lead Everton to a 4-2 triumph in the tiebreaker after a 0-0 draw with Manchester United before 88,141 who witnessed an FA Cup semifinal at Wembley Stadium in London yesterday
Everton was immediately in trouble in penalty kicks when its first shooter, Tim Cahill, skied his shot over the crossbar. Howard, however, immediately saved the day when he stopped Dimitar Berbatov. As Berbatov approached the ball, Howard dove to his right. Berbatov tried to shoot down the middle behind Howard, but the American saved it with his trailing leg.
After Leighton Baines scored for Everton, Howard again dove to his right to deny Rio Ferdinand at the post. From that point, neither team missed and Everton prevailed.
During regulation and the 30 minutes of overtime, neither team mustered much of an attack. United, in the midst of a busy schedule with European Champions League games as well as English Premier League matches on the slate, left some of its better players at home.
Most of the 120 minutes were played in the midfield. Howard made three saves during match action, the same number as Man. U.'s Ben Howard.
Howard experienced a measure of redemption after starting his Premier League career at United, where manager Alex Ferguson proclaimed Howard his goalkeeper of the future before letting him go to Everton.
Another U.S. keeper, Brad Friedel had a strong match, making five difficult saves, but Aston Villa managed only a 1-1 draw with visiting West Ham United Villa Park, ending its slim hopes of qualifying for Champions League play next season.
Early, Friedel stopped Junior Stanislas, whose darting run had taken him through the heart of the Villa defense. Friedel managed to deflect his shot just past a post. A few minutes later, Friedel blocked an effort from David Di Michele and forced James Tomkins to fire the rebound over the crossbar.
In the second half, Friedel denied Luis Boa Morte from close range, but with six minutes left, he could do little when Diego Tristán headed a deflected ball into the net to pull West Ham level.
American defender Jonathan Spector again was not dressed for West Ham after suffering a concussion two weeks ago.
U.S. midfielder Clint Dempsey went 90 minutes for Fulham in a 0-0 draw at Middlesbrough in Riverside Stadium.
:The hero was Fulham keeper Mark Schwarzer, whose six saves kept his team in the defensive match. Schwarzer was Middlesbrough's keeper for 11 seasons to the regret of the the home fans.
In the second-tier English League Championship, American keeper Marcus Hahnemann made eight saves for host Reading, which played a 0-0 draw with Barnsley at Madejski Stadium. It was Reading's third scoreless draw in its last five outings for a club which has scored three goals in its last seven league contests. The Royals have not found net in six of their last seven home games.
Reading, which once was in contention for the two automatic promotion spots, is now in jeopardy of falling out of the four-team playoff for the third berth in the Premier League. At 19-10-14 with 71 points, the Royals have slipped to sixth place, three points ahead of Swansea City (16-8-20). Reading has three matches remaining, while Swansea only has two, while the Royals are also 14 better than Swansea in goal differential should there be a tie.
U.S. striker Eddie Johnson played the final quarter hour for Cardiff City, which was humiliated by Preston North End 6-0. Cardiff still is in fourth place at 19-8-16 with 73 points, beyond the reach of automatic promotion, but able to clinch a spot in the promotion playoff with a victory in any of its three remaining outings.
American defender Jay DeMerit went the distance for host Watford (14-20-10, 52 points), which suffered another loss, 1-0 at the hands of promotion-bound Birmingham City at Vicarage Road Stadium.
Watford's defense played well, allowing only a late goal when DeMerit forced attacker Cameron Jerome well wide only to see his cross into the box come hit a defender's leg and fly into the goal..
American defender Frank Simek was dressed, but did not play in Sheffield Wednesday's 2-0 home win over Southampton.
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Aberdeen City Council votes against pit bull ban
ABERDEEN (AP) -- Another attempt to ban pit bulls in Aberdeen has failed.
The media reports that the City Council on Monday night voted 6-3 not to implement a proposal that would have banned new pit bulls in the city. Existing pit bulls would have been allowed to stay as long as they were vaccinated against rabies and licensed with a microchip implanted for identification.
The council last spring also weighed a pit bull ban but that proposal died when a vote ended in a 4-4 tie.
Supporters of a ban say it would reduce the number of serious dog attacks in the city. Opponents say such incidents should be dealt with on a case-by-case basis, not by singling out one breed of dog.


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Royals draft TCU lefty Finnegan with first pick
KANSAS CITY -- Brandon Finnegan found that being selected by the Royals in the first round of the First-Year Player Draft on Thursday night was an emotional experience.
"I was really excited. I heard my name called, and all I could do was put my head down and I just started crying," Finnegan said. "I was just happy to be called."Full Game Coverage
KANSAS CITY -- Brandon Finnegan found that being selected by the Royals in the first round of the First-Year Player Draft on Thursday night was an emotional experience.
"I was really excited. I heard my name called, and all I could do was put my head down and I just started crying," Finnegan said. "I was just happy to be called."Full Game Coverage
Finnegan, a left-handed pitcher from TCU, was the Royals' first-round pick and 17th overall. He was ranked 15th among MLB.com's Top 200 Prospects.
The Royals were one of just three teams to have four picks of the first 68 through the Draft's second round. They also took left-handed pitcher Foster Griffin at No. 28, catcher Chase Vallot at No. 40 and right-handed pitcher Scott Blewett at No. 56.
Finnegan, 21, was the 11th pitcher taken in the Draft and the seventh from a college.
"It sure didn't hurt that it was a college-advanced arm with pitchability and stuff. And a proven track record. A really tough kid," said Royals scouting director Lonnie Goldberg.
At 5-foot-11 and 190 pounds, Finnegan is noted for a fastball that occasionally creeps into the high 90s and a deceptive delivery. He's also developed a slider as an effective secondary pitch.
"It's plus stuff, a big fastball anywhere from 90 to 97. Slider and changeup," Goldberg said. "Real big competitor -- that was probably the most consistent ingredient in all our reports."
He's projected as a pitcher who could succeed either as a starter or a reliever, possibly as a closer. However the Royals see him as a starting pitcher. So far in his junior season he has an 8-3 record and a 2.07 ERA.
"The highest I've ever hit was 99, but right now I've been 92-96, just throwing strikes and trying to get outs. Not trying to blow it past anybody," he said.
His TCU team plays Pepperdine this weekend for the right to advance to the College World Series, and he pitches on Saturday.
"It's obviously very unpredictable knowing who's going to get to you at No. 17, but we're really pleased," said general manager Dayton Moore. "We wanted to target some advanced college pitching, and we were fortunate that Finnegan was there. We scouted him all last summer, had a chance to see him quite a bit this season, and we think that he's going to be a quality starting pitcher in the Major Leagues for many years."
After leaving a game against Cal State-Northridge in late April, he was diagnosed with minor shoulder inflammation. He returned to pitching in May with no apparent problems.
"There was just a little inflammation in the shoulder. I think what caused it was sleeping on it wrong," Finnegan said. "I missed one start, came back and I felt great after that, honestly."
Finnegan was named to the Fort Worth Region All-Tournament team after tossing the first 7 1/3 innings of TCU's first-round win over Siena last Friday. He had five starts this season where he pitched seven innings or more without allowing a run.
Finnegan, in 15 starts and 91 1/3 innings, has notched 122 strikeouts against just 25 walks. He's given up 67 hits, including two homers, and 21 earned runs, holding opponents to a .206 average.
That was a big upgrade from his sophomore season for the Horned Frogs when he was winless with an 0-8 record but had a 3.18 ERA. In his freshman season, he was 4-5 with a 3.47 ERA.
Finnegan is a product of Southwest High in Fort Worth, Texas, where he was an all-state selection as an outfielder. In the 2011 Draft, he was picked in the 45th round by the Texas Rangers but did not sign and went to TCU.
The Draft continues on Friday with Rounds 3-10. The MLB.com pregame show begins at 11:30 a.m. CT, with exclusive coverage of Rounds 3-10 beginning at noon.
According to the slotting figures, the Royals have up to $2,200,600 to spend on Finnegan, and they believe that he's eager to get his pro career going.
At TCU, Finnegan's major was criminal justice. What did he intend to pursue with that degree?
"I had absolutely no clue," he said. "If anything I'd like to become a firefighter if it didn't work with baseball, I guess."
For now, Finnegan will just be putting out fires that develop with those wooden bats he'll be facing.


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Valedictorian Eleanor Brug evoked Kundera in a speech pondering the significance of single events, such as a graduation, and repeated events, such as the thousands of class periods experienced at Castilleja.
"I will remember that I graduated, and that there were speeches, and that we were all gorgeous with our diplomas," Brug told classmates and families assembled under a huge white tent in the Embarcadero Road school's grassy "circle."
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Graduates Lindsay Wang and Aurora Real de Asua, co-recipients of the school's annual Castilleja Award, jointly delivered a speech about transcending stereotypes and the pros and cons of belonging to a group. The Castilleja Award is given by the faculty to the senior who best exemplifies the school's "Five C's" — conscience, courtesy, character, courage and charity.
Guest speaker Carol Jenkins, founding president of the Women's Media Center, advised graduates to suspend assumptions, travel widely, use their voices to "record history" — and not fear making mistakes.
"'Seeing the world as it is not' is pretty much the definition of erring, but it is also the essence of imagination, invention and hope," Jenkins said.
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Head of School Nanci Kauffman discussed Harvard University psychologist Howard Gardner's recent book, "Truth, Beauty and Goodness Reframed," which asserts that goodness — moral behavior in the professional, civic and personal realms — is a cornerstone of society.
"The complicated dilemmas that await you will demand that you do what it takes to define a better path, a path to goodness, a path with just and fair outcomes," Kauffman said.
"That is a road you will have to pave for yourself, using the vast array of tools you acquired here."
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