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Hey guys, I don't know if you remember but I once updated nba live 10 rosters a while back right before nba elite 11 came out. then nba elite 11 did not come out and i kept it going for a while, and then i could not connect to ea servers one day and then eventually just stopped. ea sports then also took over and did it for us last season. well this season i decided to update it again.
feel free to download them off my player hub on nba live 10. my gamertag is NIKE BAWWLAAA13
the rosters include all trades and roster moves up to date. All MAJOR rookies that actually play are created. (irving, brooks, shumpert, knight, kemba, fredette, williams, rubio, and much more.) Any rookie that averages like 3 or 4 and less ppg i didnt get to create yet but eventually will. I have also updated every SINGLE players overall to make them much more realistic then they were. This overalls were based on the NBA rankings that ESPN did over the summer leading up to opening night when they ranked players 1-500 overall. That had a strong influence on the rankings and I also updated it on how they are playing right now.
I will give you a small example of what i did.
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Drose Dirk durant 94
Melo 93
CP3 DWil-92
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thats all the 90 overalls and above in my updated rosters, so as you will see when you scroll through i really did work hard on make people the right overalls
The free agency isn't fully updated yet, they are still at their old overalls but i am getting there. if they are retired im going to drop all their rankings so they are at the bottom of free agency where they arent relevant anymore, but there are players like JR Smith, Kenyon Martin, Andreai Kirlenko who are all playing overseas still so they are in free agency because technically they arent on a team.
I also have uploaded gameplay settings to make the game more realistic so feel free to download them as well from my player hub.
Enjoy the rosters and let me know what you think, I will post here when i upload another update.


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BENSENVILLE – A 20-year-old Bellwood man accused in the fatal shooting of a Bensenville store clerk last month is being held on $2.5 million bond, while the gunman is still at large, according to media reports.
Kenneth Bardlett, 20, of 49th Avenue, Bellwood, has been charged with one count of first-degree murder for the Jan. 19 slaying of Husein Saghir at Sam's Tobacco and Foodmart in Bensenville, according to a news release from DuPage County State's Attorney Robert B. Berlin and Bensenville Chief of Police Frank Kosman.
Prosecutors would not release details about Bardlett's arrest because of the ongoing search for the other man involved in Saghir's killing, but during Bardlett's bond hearing Wednesday, prosecutors said Bardlett confessed to police and told them what he had done with the clothing he wore during the attempted robbery, according to media reports.
Bardlett served a boot camp sentence on a weapons charge in Cook County, prosecutors said. He was released from state prison on parole in July 2012, reports stated.
Late last week, the Bensenville Police Department announced a $10,000 reward for information leading to the identification, arrest, prosecution and conviction of the people responsible for the fatal shooting. It is not yet clear if the reward played a role in the arrest.
There's also no indication whether police have information about the second suspect who appears in the store's surveillance video.
The video shows Saghir, 36, of Chicago, and another store employee exiting the store when they were confronted by two men. During a brief struggle, one of the men shot at Saghir before they both fled on foot east bound from the store. It's not clear if police believe Bardlett was the shooter.
Officers responded to the scene and found Saghir on the ground in front of the store. He was taken to the Elmhurst Memorial Hospital where he was pronounced dead.
Both offenders are described as black men, 17 to 22 years of age, 5 foot, 3 inches to 5 foot, 5 inches tall, clean shaven and between 130 to 150 pounds. The shooter was wearing a red or maroon hoodie with a white, large text Abercrombie logo on the left sleeve and blue jeans believed to be of the True Religion brand. The second offender was wearing a black hoodie with a front logo on it having a large, almost chest width rectangular, white background with black cursive-style writing on it believed to be a Mossimo logo.
A vehicle is observed on video leaving the drive at the east side of the building shortly thereafter. It is suspected that the offenders entered and fled in the van east bound from the scene. The van is believed to be a light colored, tan, beige, or silver/gray, 2001 to 2003 Ford Windstar.


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AlaskaRachel wrote:KDibildeaux wrote:Have you ever moved away before? A lot of times it seems a lot harder than it really is. I had never lived anywhere but my parents' house in central Mexico when I got the job in Arizona, where i didn't know a single person or have anyone near by and thought leaving would be really difficult but in the end it was surprisingly easy.
Worst case scenario, you can always go back, right? Seems like they like you at your job, so they'd probably let you back if worst comes to worst.
Yea they would take me back as a sales associate (not as a manager, my current job) since we're training my replacement and he's going to be full-time (I was only part-time).
I'm just dreading leaving it because it's the only job I've ever had that I really LOVED. And I think I'll be lucky if my next job is half as fulfilling as the one I have now.
It's really the family stuff that's driving me nuts. My family is pissing me off to no end.
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This is old news for most of the Minecraft Community but I thought I might as well start a discussion here anyway. With Microsoft having bought Mojang for 2.5 billion dollars what do you feel the future has in store for Minecraft and it's vast community.Being the optimist that I am I don't dare bring myself to believe that there will only be hardship from here on out until the game ultimately tanks but considering the circumstances it would be foolhardy not to accept that all Minecrafters will be going through some rough times in these coming months. With Microsoft taking over and all the founders of Mojang having left I can only hope for the best in what is a time of great uncertainty. BUT HEY YOU CAN ALWAYS JUST STICK TO 1.8
Found a mod meant for Furries More Player Models 2. I now have a dragon skin on Minecraft, with wings and a tail, that stick out from the body. It works for the latest Minecraft version to.
Quote from: Assan on October 24, 2014, 07:52:46 pmFound a mod meant for Furries More Player Models 2. I now have a dragon skin on Minecraft, with wings and a tail, that stick out from the body. It works for the latest Minecraft version to.I can't really agree in saying the mod is "meant for Furries", the mod was created by the creator of Custom Npcs who had also created many unique and customizable races for the npcs in his mod. If my memory of mod history is accurate Custom Npcs came before More Player Models which leads me to assume that Noppes was merely recycling the code and assets used by the npcs to allow players to adjust their own model accordingly.I would also like to point out that since (In my opinion) the tails in More Player Models 2 are just genuinely bad there is another mod which you may seek to use alongside it (I should also mention that this mod you actually could argue is targeted at Furries) http://www.minecraftforum.net/forums/mapping-and-modding/minecraft-mods/2189718-1-2-2-now-with-ears-and-wing-tails-a-bunch-of. The mod by Kihira is by far the most promising I've yet seen in the field of character customization for Minecraft. I say this because More Player Models 2 is recycling assets from Custom Npcs which is recycling assets from vanilla minecraft itself whereas this mod has shown dedication to introducing completely new and much more visually appealing assets.
i haven't played for a while but really want to get back into it
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A child stricken with LaCrosse encephalitis in Transylvania County and another confirmed victim in Polk County have public health officials warning parents not to let down their guard when it comes to mosquito bite prevention.
A child stricken with LaCrosse encephalitis in Transylvania County and another confirmed victim in Polk County have public health officials warning parents not to let down their guard when it comes to mosquito bite prevention.
Health officials report that a child contracted LaCrosse encephalitis in July in Transylvania County, which typically averages three to four cases of the mosquito-born "arbovirus" each year.
The Polk County Health Department had one LaCrosse case confirmed in August, one of five known statewide. Nursing Supervisor Helen White wouldn't disclose the victim's age, but said the case "was acquired out of state and the patient has fully recovered."
There haven't been any reported cases so far in Henderson County, said Communicable Disease Nurse Audrey Saltz of the Health Department.
September is considered a prime month for LaCrosse infections, according to State Epidemiologist Dr. Megan Davies, with the majority of North Carolina's cases falling between late summer and early fall.
"I think it's related to the ecology of the mosquitoes and the virus," Davies said. "I think they are heavier toward the end of the summer, so I think it's an ecological phenomenon."
This year's record rainfall has created a hotbed for mosquito breeding, health officials said, including two species known to transmit the LaCrosse virus: the tree hole mosquito and the Asian tiger mosquito.
"We have evidence that there are more than usual, based on the number of mosquito complaints and concerns we've received," said Director Steve Smith of the Transylvania County Health Department. "A lot of those are nuisance complaints, but this is also a time of year (when) we get more concerned about LaCrosse."
Smith said part of the reason September traditionally sees a spike in reported LaCrosse cases could be "people kind of drop their defenses about mosquitoes" as summer segues into fall. That's a mistake, he said, since mosquitoes bearing the virus can be active until the first hard freeze.
Because children younger than 16 are more vulnerable to the LaCrosse virus, health officials urge parents to "fight the bite" by spraying kids with repellents before outside play, clothing them in long sleeves when possible and practicing what Smith called "tip-and-toss."
"The species that transmit LaCrosse are container breeders," he said. "So they breed in gutters that have stagnant water, the trays for potted plants, the old tires and birdbaths. Those things can breed a lot of mosquitoes in a short time, so people need to be vigilant about emptying them out."
Named for the Wisconsin city where it was first identified in 1963, LaCrosse encephalitis is the most common mosquito-borne disease in WNC. Most victims are either asymptomatic or experience flu-like symptoms such as headache, fever, vomiting and fatigue, said Betsy Alexander, director of nursing at the Henderson County Health Department.
However, a small percentage of victims — mostly children and the elderly — can face more dire effects, including seizures, comas and paralysis related to brain swelling, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control.
Deaths from the LaCrosse virus are rare, but an 8-year-old Henderson County girl succumbed to the disease in 2011 and a Transylvania County girl died from the virus in 2001.
Transylvania and Polk counties don't have publicly-run mosquito abatement programs, but Henderson County takes a three-pronged approach to fighting the buzzing disease vectors, said Environmental Health Supervisor Seth Swift.
The county works to educate people about removing or dumping containers such as old tires, Swift said, and places larvacide briquets in areas of standing water such as stormwater retention ponds. When the weather allows, the county also sprays a pyrethrin-laced aerosol that kills flying mosquitoes.
This summer's constant rain has made spraying difficult, Swift said, but the number of complaints about mosquitoes has also dropped "because people weren't outside as much." Swift expects the calls might pick up now that things have dried out, but he said a predicted cool-down later this week could suppress the bugs.
"It's all weather dependent," he said. "September is a critical month because that's when mosquito activity tends to get really intense. No one really understands why that is. But we're still spraying, we're still treating."
Overall, LaCrosse cases are down nationally and North Carolina is no exception, according to Julie Henry, spokesperson for the N.C. Department of Health and Human Services. As of Sept. 4, only 17 cases have been reported across the country. North Carolina alone had 15 cases by this time last year.
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Maintenance checks are supposed to uncover mechanical issues on the ground before they become emergencies in the air, so in that respect the recent engine run up of the Airline History Museum's Lockheed Constellation was a success. The aircraft, known as "The Star of America," is the only airworthy Constellation left and the star attraction at the Kansas City, Mo., museum. During a routine check last month, one of the four engines caught fire and failed.
The triple-tailed Connie was one of the last ones built. It rolled off the assembly line in Burbank in the late 1950s and became a cargo aircraft. In the 1960s it was used to ferry supplies and people to Vietnam. This was followed by a stint as an agricultural aircraft in Canada, followed by retirement to the desert in Mesa, Ariz.
In 1986 the aircraft was rescued out of the Arizona desert and over the years has been painstakingly restored as an airliner from the days when travel was glamorous. The model L-1049G is painted in TWA markings.
There was no indication that there would be a problem with the number three engine prior to start up, notes Foe Geldersma, president of the museum. Although the Wright R-3350 has a reputation in some circles for being cantankerous, the crew was not expecting it to belch flaming oil.
"This was routine maintenance," he explains. "If you have not run these engines within 96 hours, you have to pre-oil them, which is a pain and takes time. To get around this, we start up all four engines and let them run for a bit."
Geldersma, who is a retired airline pilot, was at the controls at the flight engineer's station during the run up. The procedure calls for the engines to be started and allowed to warm up and then each engine is run up and the propellers cycled as if preparing for a flight.
"I checked engines number one and four first, which are the outboard engines and they were fine, then I checked the inboards," he explained. "That's when the number three engine failed. It began spewing flaming oil out of the exhaust stacks."
The engine fire extinguisher bottles were activated and the crew used an external fire extinguisher to put out the puddles of burning oil on the ramp. No one was injured, but the airplane suffered some damage.
"There was some damage to the engine nacelle, which we are in the process of repairing," said Geldersma. "The engine was removed, of course, and we packed up it up and shipped it to Sun Valley, Calif., where it will be overhauled. The facility there is one of very few that can do the work on the Wright R-3350. The engine was one of the last ones built."
At this point they can't say for sure why the engine failed.
"Once it is torn down and overhauled, we will know," he said, adding that the job should take about four months and cost about $120,000, which is a lot for the not-for-profit museum.
"We're accepting donations," he said. "All the board members chipped in $1,000 each and other people have committed lesser amounts. It doesn't make a difference if someone chips in $10, $100 or $500 — it all helps."
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Returning the Connie to airworthy status is key, he noted, because it is a major fundraiser for the museum. The red and white grand lady of the air makes the air show circuit and is a very popular attraction at Oshkosh. The airplane has also been in several movies, including last year's smash "The Aviator." Much of the museum's revenue is generated from visits to air shows and the people who pay $3 to tour the Connie.
"We have a spare engine and there was some discussion of putting it on the airplane, but the board decided against it," Geldersma explained. "We decided to shut down for the season and get the airplane repaired, and get the engine overhauled. It takes about four months to have an engine overhauled, so it will probably come back to us by the first of the year. Then we will have to install that and do all the checks, and by then we should have the sheet metal repairs to the cowling done.
I am confident that we can get the job done and get the airplane back into the air by spring of next year."
While they wait for the engine to be repaired, the airplane remains on static display at the museum.
"You can still tour the airplane," noted Geldersma. The museum, which is open seven days a week, is at Wheeler Downtown Airport (MKC) in an old TWA hangar. In addition to the Connie, it also has a Martin 404 and a DC-3 on display.
"We also have a collection of memorabilia from TWA, such as models of airplanes and pictures of Charles Lindbergh and Amelia Earhart from when they worked with TWA way back in the early days," he said. "We also have pilots and flight attendant uniforms. This is the original hometown of TWA and that has helped us a lot."
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January 29, 2009 - Larynx cancer patients treated with alternating cycles of chemotherapy and radiation have similar outcomes to patients treated with chemotherapy followed by radiation, according to data from a randomized controlled trial in the Jan. 27 online issue of the Journal of the National Cancer Institute.
Previous trials in patients with locally advanced larynx cancer showed that chemotherapy followed by radiation was as effective as total removal of the larynx, known as laryngectomy, in terms of overall and disease-free survival and that this sequential therapy provided better quality of life. Subsequent trials indicated that concurrent administration of chemotherapy and radiation resulted in a statistically significant improvement in larynx preservation but was associated with more serious acute toxicity and possibly long term side effects.
To try to improve patient survival without increasing side effects, Jean Lefebvre, M.D., of the Centre Oscar Lambret in Lille, France, and colleagues in the European Organization for Research and Treatment of Cancer enrolled 450 patients with larynx or hypopharynx cancer in a randomized controlled trial. Patients received either chemotherapy followed by radiation or alternating cycles of radiation and chemotherapy.
With a median follow-up of 6.5 years, there was no significant difference in clinical outcomes between the two treatment groups. Larynx preservation, overall survival, and progression-free survival were similar for patients treated with sequential and alternating chemotherapy and radiation.
"The aim of our trial was to identify a regimen that would mimic concomitant chemotherapy and radiotherapy without its increased toxic effects," the authors write. "Although we achieved the latter goal…efficacy was not improved." Given the results of this and several other recently-completed trials, the authors conclude that an optimal approach for larynx-preserving therapy has not been identified.
In an accompanying editorial, Arlene Forastiere, M.D., and Andy Trotti, M.D., of the Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore and the H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center at the University of South Florida in Tampa, respectively, concur with that conclusion. The editorialists put the newly-reported data into context, reviewing other trials in the field. They note, however, that because the field currently lacks shared definitions and endpoints, synthesis of data from all the trials is difficult.
"In summary, the [current] trial showed no advantage for alternating chemotherapy and radiotherapy over traditional cisplatin plus 5-fluorouracil induction chemotherapy in hypopharynx cancer," the editorialists write. "More effective and less toxic approaches are needed. This trial also illustrates the need for common definitions and metrics to facilitate interpretation and to compare results across trials."
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For the first time this year, the Steelers won't have their starting quarterback. For the third time, they'll have their starting running back.
Gerry Dulac of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports that Steelers running back Isaac Redman said it "looks like" Rashard Mendenhall will start at tailback.
Mendenhall missed the first three games of the season as he continued to recover from a torn ACL. He has missed the last four with an Achilles injury.
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NM Tech Bookstore Wins 5 of 7 Awards at Company Conference, June 27, 2008
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SOCORRO, N.M., June 27, 2008 – Tracy Peralta, manager of the New Mexico Tech Bookstore, recently won five awards at the Texas Book Company's annual manager's meeting in Dallas, Texas. The Texas Book Company operates the store in the Fidel Center per a contract with the university.
Peralta and the Tech store won for Most Improved Text Margin, Most Improved Gross Margin, Most Improved Net Profit of Percent of Sales, Outstanding Financial Management and Most Improved Store Manager for the 2007-08 school year.
The Tech bookstore total book sales increased 12.33 percent; net profit increased 8.55 percent, and the gross margin increased 9.1 percent. Roughly 48 percent of text book sales are used books.
Vice President for Student and University Relations Dr. Ricardo Maestas said he is impressed that Peralta nearly swept the annual awards.
"We are delighted that Tracy has won five out of the seven awards," Maestas said. "This is a testament to the excellent staff of our bookstore."
Peralta credits her staff for the bookstore's improvements. She said her staff has worked closely with Tech faculty and staff to improve the store's offerings.
"We talk to teachers and professors and work closely with them to purchase text books as early as possible," Peralta said. "We try to buy back used books that are needed for the next year too."
She said the store's success can also be attributed to being responsive to the changing needs and desires of the customers. She said her job is made easier with complete support from the Texas Book Company and the university administrators.
"I'm very impressed with Tracy and the Texas Book Company," Louise Chamberlin said. "They operate the store like it is their own, and they cater to the needs of Tech."
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Diversity Cures Isolation-Related Information Disease
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today I noticed how much my baby nephew looks like you, cute :DReplyDelete
Wow. I studied in this govt-sponsored residential school in India where we were offered a choice to finish our 9th and 10th grades in a different part of the country, under the "national integration" program. Feels great to know that idea is being validated scientifically. Sure enough, we used to fight a lot with each other, but we did make some great friends and learned two different languages in the process.ReplyDelete
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While the business for retail-based videogame discs has fallen into a deep slump, Electronic Arts has managed to stave off some of the fallout thanks in part to its powerful lineup of sports titles that include the flagship "Madden NFL" and "FIFA Soccer" franchises.
Such was evident late last week, when NPD released its latest data on retail game sales in the U.S. for the month of November. Software sales were down 11% from a year ago, despite the release of big titles such as "Call of Duty: Black Ops 2" and "Halo 4." Part of the slump came from EA's own poor showing in the shooter category, as its "Medal of Honor: Warfighter" suffered from poor reviews and lackluster sales compared to last year's "Battlefield 3" shooter from EA. The company has also suffered from a disappointing debut of the "Star Wars: The Old Republic" MMO from its BioWare studio.
But a different story played out on the sports category. Both "FIFA 13" and "Madden NFL 13" remained in NPD's top-ten ranking for the third consecutive month. The FIFA soccer franchise appears to be exceptionally strong. NPD does not share sales data on individual games with reporters, but one analyst estimated that sales of "FIFA 13" were up more than 13% over the previous year's iteration last November, in terms of dollars.
Investors are starting to pick up on the sentiment. EA shares have jumped nearly 30% since the company's last earnings report on Oct. 30. The stock is up roughly 40% since its report for the June quarter – part of a upward surge of interest in videogame firms.
"The sports vertical is doing very well right now," said Doug Creutz of Cowen & Co. in an interview with MarketWatch. "That's important because, if you want to convince me that the console business is falling off, you would expect to see the sports titles shrinking. They are not."
Part of EA's success with FIFA stems from its ability to drive both retail sales of the game disc as well as digital revenues that come from smaller transactions through channels such as "FIFA Ultimate Team," an online property that allows gamers to trade and buy new players for their teams, and other items. Matt Bilbey, senior VP and general manager of the company's "FIFA" franchise says this allows players of the videogame to closely mirror events on real-life soccer pitches. "It's a live management platform," he said. "As things happen in real life, gamers are taking advantage of that in the game."
EA has previously disclosed that the "FIFA" franchise generated net digital revenue of $115 million in the first half of its current fiscal year. An EA spokesman said the "lion's share" of that revenue came from "FIFA Ultimate Team."
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I came across this idea while checking out the blog of a new follower. (I love love love new followers f.y.i.) I think it might be fun!!!! What do you think?!?!?
Here's how it works: Every day you post a blog (however you want, obviously) based on the list below. It's pretty simple :)
Day 01- Guilty pleasure
Day 02- Something that inspires you
Day 03- The five songs you would have with you on a desert island and why
Day 04- What you imagine paradise to be like
Day 05- A thank you letter to someone who has changed your life
Day 06- Earliest thing you can remember
Day 07- Favorite cover of your favorite song
Day 08- Someone you think would make a good president
Day 09- Five things you want to see change
Day 10- A dream you had this past week described in detail
Day 11- Favorite picture ever taken of yourself
Day 12- Your favorite musical artist's life story
Day 13- A memory that never fails to make you laugh
Day 14- Best mashup you've ever heard
Day 15- A moment, phrase, or song that has changed your life the most.
Day 16- Something that you want to do within the next five years.
Day 17- What you want to remembered for.
Day 18- A picture that makes you feel
Day 19- A passage from a book that has touched you
Day 20- A band that you immediately liked and the song that made you like them
Day 21- Your favorite medium of art.
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Day 23- Most awkward first impression you feel you've ever given
Day 24- Something you did as a child that other people remember you for.
Day 25- Something you would do if no one stopped you or if you knew you wouldn't fail.
Day 26- Your definition of love.
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Day 28- A moment you remember being completely happy in and a description of why you believe you were. What is your definition of happiness?
Day 29- What you live for.
Day 30- Ways you believe you have grown over the past thirty days.
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Rufus Wainwright Visits The GRAMMY Museum
GRAMMY-nominated artist Rufus Wainwright recently participated in an installment of the GRAMMY Museum's An Evening With series. Before an intimate audience at the Museum's Clive Davis Theater, Wainwright discussed his early musical influences, personal songwriting and his latest album, Out Of The Game, among other topics. Wainwright also performed "The Art Teacher" from his 2004 EP, Waiting For A Want.
"I would say about 99 percent of the time [my songs] stem from some personal experience," said Wainwright. "But it's all very impressionistic … I definitely lose the plot in terms of reality and [the] dream world."
The son of GRAMMY winner Loudon Wainwright III and singer Kate McGarrigle, Wainwright has been described by Elton John as "the greatest songwriter on the planet." Wainwright released his self-titled debut album in 1998. In 2007 he scored his highest charting album with Release The Stars, which peaked at No. 23 on the Billboard 200. In 2008 Wainwright scored the first GRAMMY nomination of his career for Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album for Rufus Does Judy At Carnegie Hall, a recreation of Judy Garland's famed GRAMMY Album Of The Year-winning concert album.
Released in May and produced by three-time GRAMMY winner Mark Ronson, Out Of The Game peaked at No. 35 on the Billboard 200. The album features special guests such as Wilco's Nels Cline, the Dap-Kings, Sean Lennon, and the Yeah Yeah Yeahs' Nick Zinner. The iTunes bonus track "WWIII" premiered exclusively on GRAMMY.com in April. Wainwright is currently in the midst of a global tour, with dates scheduled through May 2013.
Upcoming GRAMMY Museum events include An Evening With Bobby Womack (Dec. 18), 101 Essential Rock Records: The Golden Age Of Vinyl From The Beatles To The Sex Pistols (Jan. 9) and Homegrown: Lifehouse With Special Guest, Producer Jude Cole (Jan. 17).


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Town shares joy after boy's rescue, but concern remains
Former hostage Ethan is 'laughing, joking, playing' after being reunited with his mother for the first time in almost a week.
MIDLAND CITY, Ala. — This rural Alabama town, trapped for nearly a week in a tense standoff with a killer who snatched a child from a school bus, embraced a mother's joy as the child prepared to celebrate his sixth birthday Wednesday.
More details emerged Tuesday about how dangerous the situation was in the underground bunker where Jim Lee Dykes, 65, had been holding the 5-year-old boy before Monday's dramatic raid that freed the child and killed Dykes.
Two explosive devises were found and deactivated Tuesday — one inside the bunker and one in a 6-inch-wide plastic ventilation pipe that negotiators had used to communicate with Dykes, FBI special agent Jason Pack said. The FBI also used the pipe to deliver toys and food to the child.
"For the first time in almost a week, I woke up this morning to the most beautiful sight ... my sweet boy. I can't describe how incredible it is to hold him again. Ethan is safe and back in my arms — and I owe it all to some of the most compassionate people on Earth," the child's mother wrote in a thank-you note to the FBI, local sheriff and the state officials who retrieved her son in a dramatic raid Monday.
"I will never be able to repay those who helped bring Ethan home," she wrote.
Authorities indicated that they had inserted a small camera into Dykes' 6-foot-by-8-foot bunker, buried under 4 feet of soil, and had been watching him throughout the ordeal.
The FBI had negotiated through the pipe and used it to deliver toys and food to the child.
Another federal official said a team of FBI agents breached the suspect's bunker when authorities became concerned about the man's mental state and his display of a gun.
The official said agents tried to distract the suspect by dropping percussion devices into the bunker's hatch, knocking Dykes off-balance near a makeshift ladder that led to the bunker's opening. The official said Dykes and the agents engaged in a firefight before agents fired on him, killing him.
The young hostage, the official said, was believed to be a safe distance from the entrance before four agents entered the bunker.
Ethan emerged physically unhurt, but family members said Tuesday they worried about the mental and emotional toll from the ordeal.
The boy's mother said the family needed privacy and "time to heal, time to put this nightmare behind us and time to move forward," she wrote.
Debra Cook, the child's great-aunt, said Ethan was playing normally and seemed happy, but she was worried nonetheless.
"He has gone through a terrible ordeal, and I don't know if he will ever get over it," Cook told the Associated Press. "I just want him to be all right."
While the nation watched, the drama consumed the town of 2,500 people. Churches held nightly vigils. Townspeople delivered food and drinks to the law enforcement officers and news media gathered down the dirt road leading to Dykes' property. Many people prayed.
Charles McQueen, an assistant director and transportation manager for a local senior center, said he drove by the scene several times a day.
"It was always on my mind. I think the entire community was praying for a good ending," he said.
In the close-knit community, people felt the family's pain and relief when the boy was freed.
"It's like we were all held captive," McQueen said.
At the Mary Berry Brown Library, where Ethan participated in the summer reading program, a sign welcomed him home. Assistant librarian Angie Romero said she had prayed fervently for his rescue.
"You had so many people praying, we knew it would be OK," she said.
At Midland City Elementary, Ethan's school, a birthday party is planned for whenever he returns. "We'd love to have him back tomorrow," Principal Phillip Park said. He described Ethan as a friendly, energetic child.
The crisis began Jan. 29, when police say Dykes, a Navy veteran, forced his way onto a Dale County school bus and killed bus driver Charles Poland Jr., 66, who tried to hold Dykes off while 20 children escaped through the back of the bus. Dykes grabbed Ethan and dragged him from the bus to a bunker he had built on his property.
Republican Rep. Steve Clouse, who represents the Midland City area, has told reporters that Ethan has Asperger's, an autism-spectrum disorder, and attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD.
Neighbors said they heard two loud explosions and then three or four gunshots as an FBI SWAT team rushed into the tiny bunker.
Few who had encountered Dykes were surprised by the violent end to the confrontation.
Neighbors described him as an anti-social loner who was combative and confrontational. One said Dykes had once beaten a dog to death with a pipe.
Roney also reports for The Montgomery (Ala.) Advertiser. Leinwand Leger reported from Washington. Contributing: Kevin Johnson and The Associated Press


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In real life, I use AutoCad to design granite & marble furniture products. In the summer of 2005 I stumbled into taking over my favorite Q3 mod (Western Quake 3) when development by the original team ceased & the website was about to expire. This game is a team effort built on a foundation created by Iron Claw Interactive. Several coders, level designers & a website developer from all over the world joined my efforts. (The team members hail from Germany, Norway, France, USA, & are all great guys!) I managed to learn level design so that I could be useful beyond the scope of a public relations person & I picked up a few other game related skills along the way. After several years of making improvements to WQ3, we released a Stand Alone version known as "Smokin' Guns" on January 1st 2009. Development continues & a very meaty version 1.1 should be available soon.
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Fun with politics (for once!)
Well, if you're like me, you've probably had your fill of politics and the elections. So this morning, when my rep at Dover gave me these leads, it occurred to me it's time to have a little fun! If nothing else, just looking at these may provide some relief from all the hype! Yes, it's the Political Inaction Figures and Inaction Circus . . . November 2, 2012


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A child's room is truly his or her castle. In this space, the beginnings of learning evolve, what is experienced through all the senses will most likely be seen, smelled and felt here. Parents think long and hard about what furniture to buy, how to decorate, what toys, books, puzzles and stuffed playmates will enhance this environment and enrich their child's first years. These choices will differ according to culture, how many children are in the family, available space and budget. Today's ecoconscious parents have even more to consider. Much has been learned about the impact of manufacturing on our lives, and the business of producing safe, practical, well-designed furnishings and toys for children tops the list.
When it is time for you to prepare a room for your child, there's lots of information to guide you. In your own neighbourhood, seek out stores that are eco-responsible. Find out what they know about how the children's products are made and how the design meets with today's safety standards. Visit home shows and check out websites. The Internet is an invaluable aid, and you can source items that may not be available where you live.
At a recent design show I discovered Simply Green Baby, a company that is all about thoughtful, practical kids' products. The Sparrow Crib by Oeuf caught my eye. The slim side rails and spindles give the crib a light, airy feeling; it is made with solid birch and Baltic birch plywood, finishes are non-toxic, water based and VOC-free. There is also a changing station that fits securely across the top of the crib. The crib can be transformed to a toddler bed. Simply Green Baby's classic wood push toys are made from sustainable wood products, and are non-toxic. Dolls and stuffed toys such as Viola the adorable brown rabbit, knit blocks that jingle and rattle all meet and exceed safety standards.
Another innovative company, Three Pears, has created The Bobbin Triple Play Centre. It grows with your child from a baby play centre to a toddler activity table with chalk top, to a table and chair set. The first stage is for babies who can hold their head up but are not sitting or walking yet. The leather seat swivels 360 degrees encouraging baby to move and explore within the Bobbin. Three Pears offers toys specifically designed for developing skills and all meet environmental and safety standards.
What's underfoot or under baby is another interesting story. Tiptoe Rugs is the creation of textile designer Alyssa McMurter who wanted a simple, inviting, natural floor covering that was durable enough to withstand the rigors of childhood use. Made from industrial strength felted wool, these rugs are flat, don't pill or pull, are naturally stain resistant and easy to maintain. Tiptoe rugs are custom made in a full range of bright colours including fuchsia, lime green and purple, and are designed with three distinctive edges — scallop, castle and zigzag.
These are just a few of the amazing companies and products that are taking care to pull together an inviting, happy and safe space for your child. What a special gift they all are.
Debbie Travis' House to Home
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Bill and Jeanne Heller love libraries. They also love USF St. Petersburg.
That combination prompted the Hellers to provide support for the new Jeanne and Bill Heller Scholars' Lounge at the USFSP Nelson Poynter Memorial Library, a continuation of 21 years of consistent giving to the university.
Dr. Heller, Dean of the USFSP College of Education and director of the Bishop Center for Ethical Leadership and Civic Engagement, recalls many hours in the library pursuing his doctorate in special education. "When I wasn't home," he says, "I was at the library."
Mrs. Heller, a retired elementary school librarian, loves modern libraries. "I started going to libraries when I was six years old," Mrs. Heller says. "Back then all you could do was read and borrow books. Nowadays you can do almost anything in a library."
That is especially true at the USFSP library, which has been reimagined for the digital age by Dean Carol Hixson. Dr. Heller sees the Scholars' Lounge as another step in the library's evolution.
"The heart of any academic institution is the library and this library has really become a gathering place for students and the university community," Dr. Heller explains. "They can study, read, work in groups or alone and have access to the latest technology. I just love to see the library buzzing."
The Jeanne and Bill Heller Scholars' Lounge is designed to be an inviting, quiet space amid the first-floor group-study area, with moveable furniture, glass-enclosed walls and a view of Bayboro Harbor.
The Hellers, married for 59 years, have given generously to the USF System over 21 years, from the library to athletics to the Latino Scholarship Program. One is personal: The H. William Heller Scholarship in Special Education.
"I know how much scholarships meant to me," says Dr. Heller, whose family could not afford college. "And I know how much it means to students today trying to make ends meet."
Toi Basso is one. "If I had not received this scholarship my education would have stopped," she said. Instead, she graduated maga cum laude in May of 2013 and begins teaching this fall at Deltona Elementary in Spring Hill. "I am so grateful for that scholarship."
Regional Chancellor Sophia Wisniewska praised the Hellers for their dedication to USFSP. "Their generosity is inspiring," she said. "The entire university community, and particularly our students, will benefit for years to come thanks to the contributions they have made."


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MIAMI SHORES, Fla. – In 2012 Barry University's baseball team struggled its way to a 23-22 overall mark but did finish with a 13-9 record in conference play which was good for third in the SSC. A combination of a difficult road schedule, injuries and inexperienced players learning the college game all played a role last spring. Head coach Marc Pavao and his group of Buccaneers are confident that the adversity they faced last season will make them a stronger team for going through it.
Barry opens this season unranked, unlike last season where they opened up as the No. 5 team in the nation, but the Bucs are no strangers to the underdog role. Loaded with a roster of talented young players, Pavao and the Buccaneers are excited for the challenges that lie ahead this spring.
"Last season, we played some tough competition and many of those early games came on the road. We certainly had trouble scoring runs early, which is why we had that discrepancy," Pavao said.
This season, the Buccaneers play 28 of their 50 games at Feinbloom Field including 15 straight regional opponents off the bat.
With a roster that holds a strong mix of upper classmen and newcomers, Pavao and his staff will look to some key returners to step in as the leaders of the team.
"We always look to our seniors and upperclassmen to take a leadership role. They know what we expect of them in the classroom, in practice and during the games," Pavao said.
Among the seniors being looked upon to fill those roles are catcher Luis Arrizurieta, center fielder Michael Slabach, and right-handed pitcher Kevin Youst. The bullpen also boasts depth and senior leadership with the likes of Frank Szczepanick, Mathew Garlock, and Alex Decker.
"Some of our young players have shown tremendous work ethic throughout the fall and we expect them to lead by example as well. Adrian English (junior second baseman) is certainly one of those guys with plenty of experience," Pavao said.
A two-year starter in the infield, English has cemented his role in the middle of the line-up and is projected to start at second base for the Buccaneers.
With a mix of graduating seniors and incoming players, Pavao looks for two key players to embrace a new role this season.
"Calvin Rayburn and Sheehan Planas-Arteaga are two guys who may see their role change as the other pieces fall into place," Pavao said.
Rayburn, a right-handed pitcher who threw primarily in relief in 2012, may be called upon to enter the starting rotation, work in relief or even close games at times.
"Calvin's versatility gives us options as to how we are able to use him. He's evolved as a pitcher in his time here at Barry and is a weapon out of the 'pen as well."
"Sheehan's role within the offense remains the same. He's a gap-to-gap hitter, line-drive hitter, with power. We expect him to drive in runs. Defensively, he has made the transition back to the outfield from first base this fall, Pavao said."
Planas started five games in the outfield last season but did play outfield in high school.
As for expectations from the newcomers, a pair of freshmen opened the coaching staff's eyes this fall. Shortstop J.C. Cardenas and left-handed hitting outfielder Zach Burger proved they are ready to make an immediate impact.
"Cardenas is a defensive wizard. He's one of the best defensive players we've had come through in a long time," Pavao said.
With the team make-up rounding into shape the Buccaneers won't look to rely on the long-ball this spring.
"We'll swipe a lot of bags. We'll pitch to our defense and we'll dictate at-bats both offensively and defensively," Pavao said.
Slabach led the Buccaneers with 16 of the team's 56 stolen bases.
"We're a deep pitching staff, not only in our rotation but in the bullpen as well, Pavao said."
Youst headlines the rotation with newcomers Joeanthony Rivera, and Billy Atkins all vying for spots. Certainly someone like Rayburn is also in the mix as well which is why the Buccaneers staff is so deep.
Youst led the Buccaneers with a 3.49 ERA last spring and finished with a team-high 85 innings and 53 strikeouts.
The voids left by Jordan Wellander and Corey Witkowski, who finished second all-time in program history with 21 wins, will be filled by Rivera, Atkins and possibly Calvin Rayburn.
The bullpen boasts veterans such as Decker, Tyler Petsch, Garlock, Szczepanick and Rene Estrada, as well as freshmen Adrian Benitez and Tony Borges. The closing duties fall on three hard-throwing right-handers in Tyler Kinley, Tim Blackmon and Joe Iorio. The Buccaneers also welcome a former All-American closer from Tufts University, Chris DeGoti.
In just two seasons at Tufts DeGoti broke both the single season as well as the career saves record. His veteran experience and success at the college level is likely to earn him a prominent role within the bullpen.
Behind the dish, the Bucs return Arrizurieta who played in 44 games that included 38 starts at catcher last spring.
"Luis is our number one catcher. He proved last season he could take on the duties of every-day behind the plate. His hitting has really improved. He's increased his bat speed and was hitting more line drives this fall. A big reason why he was able to put the ball in play much more has been his increased bat control. Defensively, he's one of our best. His arm strength puts him as one of the top catchers in the conference," Pavao said.
Sophomore Connor Oliveri and junior Jay Bellot will add depth behind the dish this spring.
Around the diamond, a pair of newcomers are slotted to anchor the corners for the Buccaneers. Iorio, a two-way player who could also see some time on the mound for the Bucs, could fill the role at third base. Tyler Kellman, a transfer from Lake Sumter C.C. has earned the starting nod at first base, but also has experience at the hot-corner. English is also an option to play third base for the Bucs where he started five games for Barry in 2012.
At shortstop, Pavao will look to Cardenas; a slick-fielding freshman who has earned the starting nod.
"Cardenas and English have gelled this summer and throughout the fall and developed great chemistry. They're two special players up the middle who will really solidify our defense," Pavao said.
A utility infielder in his first two seasons with the Buccaneers, English will have a more consistent role this spring at second base.
"English was plagued by injuries during the end of his freshman year and most of 2012, but he's put in tremendous work over the summer and has come back a new man. His dedication to his offseason regimen is evident and he's really embraced more of a leadership role on the team. He's also taken J.C. under his wing as the freshman adapts to the college life," Pavao said.
Although Kellman has the ability to play third base, for now he has earned the starting role as the team's first baseman.
"Kellman's a great baseball player. He understands the game, the strike zone, he's our kind of guy," Pavao said.
Also vying for time at first base will be Planas and junior Sam Halpern. Planas led the Buccaneers with a .319 batting average until he was sidelined with an injury after appearing in 30 games. Halpern belted nine doubles and two home runs in 29 games in 2012 and led the Buccaneers with 12 extra-base hits on the season.
Switch-hitting centerfielder Michael Slabach anchors the outfield after leading the Buccaneers with a .314 average to go along with 16 stolen bases.
"Michael is superb defensively and really gets after it. He's a dynamic player with great arm strength, speed and is a guy that will likely get drafted at season's end," Pavao said.
In left field, the Bucs have a power and speed combination with Zach Burger and Michael Diaz. Burger is a left-handed gap hitter with plenty of power who will develop as he continues to grow and mature. Diaz has plenty of speed and has done a good job in the outfield throughout the fall. Diaz has the potential to develop into a top of the order hitter.
Planas is the leading candidate to start in right field, making the transition from first base. Tim Blackmon could also see sometime in right field while also making contributions as a designated hitter and at first base.
Blackmon led the Bucs with a .431 on base-percentage with 32 walks in 39 games while also belting five doubles and three home runs.
A solid group of returners and several impact newcomers lead the way for the Buccaneers in 2013. In the ever-so-tough South Region and Sunshine State Conference, it's important for Barry to get off to a strong start in order to continue playing well into May.
"The schedule this spring is better than it was in 2012. Last season, it was 'road-tough' with several trips to South Carolina and Georgia where we played some really strong opponents," Pavao said.
With a good mix of both road games and matchups at Feinbloom Field, the young Bucs can step into the 2013 season with confidence as they look to prove why they're one of the strongest baseball programs around.


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This one I'm making is for people to share advice on meeting and talking to pregnant women in their neck of the woods. Here are some tips I posted on You Tube the other day and note the bolded parts:
First, on getting a pregnant woman to let you touch their belly:
1. Note your surroundings. Not a good idea to ask if she's busy or eating. If she's working it depends on the where.
2. Doesn't matter if she's alone or with someone unless the "someone" is kids. I've had some success with kids present but most of the time she's too busy with them to give you her full attention. Other adults, depends though I've had success with women who were with their husbands/boyfriends.
3. When you approach, start a normal conversation "Hi there.", "Can I talk to you for a minute?" or something similar to get her attention.
4. Ask her if she's pregnant (even if it's obvious) and complement her for it. "You look amazing.", "Wow, I wasn't sure. You look great!", things like that. That shoud be enough to get her to relax a little and give you an opening for what to do next.
5. At this point most pregnant women will subconciously rub or touch their belly. Kind of like a reflex. Saying "How are you feeling?" or something similar usually brings a comment about the pregnancy or the baby. A good segway to asking to touch her belly is asking "How does it feel?" and she will tell you Yes/Sure or No.
6. Now to actually asking. Politely say "May I touch your belly?" or "Is it ok if I feel your belly?" and then wait for her to answer Yes or No. She will only answer one or the other.
7. Assuming she says yes, I start with one hand (I have big hands so one is enough to cover a large area). I usually touch the area around or just above her belly button depending on if the belly's low or high. I use just enough pressure for her to feel my hand but not enough to cause discomfort.
8. While I'm touching her belly I ask her far along she is if it didn't come up before. She'll usually tell me and then I will use both of my hands to feel her belly. Some women look bigger than they really are. If the baby starts kicking she'll help me find the spot at this point as well.
After feeling the baby kick or move I take my hands off her belly, thank her for letting me feel her belly, wish her good luck and then leave. Even if I don't feel movement I still do the above in that order. The only times I was turned down was when it was obvious she was in a hurry to go somewhere or it was obvious she didn't want to talk at all. Practice these steps a few times until it feels natural.
Feeling bold? These tips might get her to show you her bare belly:
9. Starting from #8, again be mindful of your surroundings. She probably won't show you her belly if you're in a place with alot of people around. It's also probably not gonna happen if she's wearing a dress, maternity suit or overalls so don't bother asking if you can see it if this is the case.
10. If you hands are still on her belly, take them off and ask "How does it look?" or something similar. She will likely try to describe it so you're then free to ask "Can I see it?" Depending on location and comfort level, she may or may not grant your request.
11. Assuming she shows you her belly, get her permission to touch her belly again. "Can I...?", "May I...?" Or something similar. Even though she'll likely say yes, it's better to wait for the invitation to keep her relaxed.
12. Half the time she'll lift her shirt just enough for me to see (usually because she either has a jacket on or is weaing thick clothing) but sometimes she'll lift her shirt up to her chest.
...For those who need a comparison, touching a pregnant woman's belly is the same as someone running their hands through your hair. This is why you want to make sure you're polite and ask. Let her lead the conversation.
Anyway, hope this helps ^_^
Those are just some best practices that have worked for me. I figure we could all pool ideas and suggestions in one mega thread for those who want to try talking to pregnant women they see while out and about.
A few things to add to what I said above:
- It's important that you not to focus on her being pregnant when you start talking to her. She's less likely to open up to you if you focus on her belly. Flattery works as long as you don't go overboard with it.
- Be mindful of personal space. Don't get too close unless she invites you to get close to her either verbally or physically (some kind of cue).
- Location matters when you encounter her. If you're standing at a bus stop or sitting on a train you have like a minute or two at the least or 20+ minutes at the most depending on when you/her need to get off.
- Knowing how to read a situation is important. If she doesn't look comfortable talking to you, politely end the conversation and walk away.
As an aside, I want this thread to be a collaboration of everyone on the forum ^_^
A few topics I personally will not talk about are:
1. Video Recording or Taking Pictures of a Pregnant Woman*
2. Asking a pregnant woman for sex (ask someone else)
* I think it's creepy if you do it without her permission personally.
Anything other than those two I'm fine with. This isn't just "my" topic but the whole forum's topic. Anyone can give advice as well so have at it ^_^


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Since I've had several interested in my doing another Boston Block Hotpad Class I am going to begin by listing the things you will need.
The most important thing you need will be a template.
I have the templates available and will send them for free.
You will need to send me a postal address so I can mail them out to you. They are hard acrylic so they are not sent through email.
You will have a chance to work with a 1 1/2" template or a 2 1/2" template and you can have both if you like. Please make sure you specify which one or ones you want.
You will need a small cutting mat preferably about 6" sq or so. any old cutting mats can be cut up and used for this if you have a used mat.
You will need the usual supplies:
rotary cutter
a smaller ruler would be good if you have one. I use a 2 1/2" x 9" but you can use whatever you have.
If you use a template you have make sure you put nonslide dots under it. I use a thin strip of sandpaper cut to fit on mine.
In the next lesson I will discuss what fabrics and colors go together and how to get the best out of the design.
A sign up is fun but it isn't really necessary here. This series of classes will remain on the Board for anyone to use any time. So if you can't follow along now while I am presenting this info you can go back and use it anytime you want.
Over the next 3 weeks or so I am going to show you how to
1. choose fabrics and colors wisely
2. how to make a Boston Block
3. how to use the boston block to make a quilt block
4. how to use the quilt block to make hotpads my way.
Of course there are many ways to do anything and I understand my methods aren't for everyone. But if I can help anyone to find an easier way to do something then I am happy to oblige!
This is a Boston Block pieced square unit:
Here are two quilt blocks I will be using to build our hotpads.
Please remember my methods are easy to do and are a bit of an illusion.
Designs look harder to make than they really are. It is all in the tricks of the trade!
But I assure you beginners can make both of these quilt blocks!! If you can use a rotary cutter and mat you will be able to do this.
So I would like to show you how to make a quilt block with 6 rows of 6 Boston Blocks in it -
this is what it will look like:
If you joined in my second Sampler Quilt Along you would have seen this there.
This is - Ashley - She has 6 rows of 6 pieced blocks(units).
Some are HSTs(half square triangles) and some are Boston Blocks
So I will be showing you how to make these 2 Blocks my way.
This quilt block uses the 1 1/2" template
And then we will also make this quilt block-
It has 4 rows of 4 pieced blocks(units).
This quilt block uses the 2 1/2" template
I'll post the next installment on this lesson this next friday. so make sure you bookmark it and I hope you will enjoy following along!
Feel free to ask any questions you'd like! There are never any dumb stupid questions only questions you don't know the answers to yet. If you don't ask you can't learn.
I'm always happy to help if I can.


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- and fight over whether Live 13 will turn out to be any good.
Listen to the episode here.
Links of Interest
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Mario Wriedt has been appointed assistant professor of chemistry at Clarkson University.
He received his master's degree in chemistry from the University of Kiel in Germany, and his doctoral degree from Christian-Albrechts-University (CAU) in Kiel. He maintained a top GPA for his master's and graduated summa cum laude for his Ph.D.
Before coming to Clarkson, he was a visiting postdoctoral scholar and research associate at Texas A&M University. Prior to that, he performed research at CAU in Kiel.
Wriedt's Ph.D. research was on "Thermal Decomposition Reactions as Tool for the Synthesis of new Coordination Polymers with Interesting Magnetic Properties." At Clarkson, his research is focused on the synthesis and characterization of new metal-organic framework materials (MOFs) with well-defined physical properties for energy storage applications. He will establish a new X-ray lab for crystal structure determinations.
His teaching experience includes being a mentor, instructor and teaching assistant. He also lectured on magnetochemistry as part of a descriptive inorganic chemistry class for undergraduates.
He has received several research and travel grants, along with awards and fellowships including a postdoctoral fellowship of the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD). He was selected for a Ph.D. fellowship by the German Chemical Industry Fund and the German National Academic Foundation.
He is the author of 55 research papers published in peer-reviewed international journals. He is also co-holder of a patent.
Wriedt is a member of the American Crystallographic Association and the American Chemical Society.
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(Kansas City, Kan., Oct. 1, 2012) - Bayer CropScience LP has agreed to pay a $13,900 civil penalty to the United States to settle a series of environmental violations related to the distribution of misbranded pesticides through its facility in Kansas City, Mo.
According to an administrative consent agreement and final order filed by EPA Region 7 in Kansas City, Kan., an inspection of Bayer's Kansas City facility in November 2011 found that on November 28, 2011, Bayer CropScience shipped a quantity of the pesticide Ethosumesate, without a product label, an EPA registration number, or an EPA producing establishment number.
In December 2011, EPA Region 7 received two Notices of Arrival from Bayer for the importation of two separate shipments due that month of quantities of unregistered Methomyl insecticide for the purpose of producing the product into the registered product Larvin Technical. The label provided by Bayer for the two shipments of the unregistered pesticide contained a false or misleading statement in its "Directions for Use" section.
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OVERLAND PARK, KS -- New and revised licensing and certification bills for personal trainers are making their way into legislative committees in several states this year while other bills are now dead.
In California, Senate Bill 374 is considered dead after it stalled in the Assembly Appropriations Committee, according to Elise Flynn Gyore, a legislative consultant to California State Sen. Ron Calderon, who introduced the bill last February. The bill would have to be reintroduced in order to move it, Gyore says. The deadline to introduce new bills in the California Assembly is Feb. 19.
"We're kind of in the process right now of figuring out what we want to do with this year's legislation package," Gyore says.
The International Health, Racquet and Sportsclub Association (IHRSA), which opposes most bills involving the licensing and certification of personal trainers, had spoken directly with Calderon about this bill last year. The bill would have required personal trainers to receive a certification from an agency approved by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) or by an organization accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or the U.S. Department of Education (ED).
That requirement is the same as a recommendation that IHRSA made to its member clubs in 2005 about personal trainer certifications. The other option in the bill was for personal trainers to have a bachelor's degree in exercise science, kinesiology, fitness science or another related field.
In New Jersey, Senate Bill 2164 has died in committee, but a new bill, Senate Bill 695, was re-introduced by state Sen. Paul Sarlo after the 2010 legislative session began Jan. 18. Although the new bill is called the Fitness Professionals Certification Act, the bill does call for the licensing of fitness professionals—specifically, personal trainers and group fitness instructors—and establishes a seven-member state board of fitness professionals to oversee the licensing process.
In Massachusetts, Senate Bill 870 is still in committee. Not much has happened with the bill since the Massachusetts Joint Committee on Public Health held a hearing on the bill last summer, according to Shawn Collins, chief of staff to Sen. Richard Moore, who introduced the bill. At the hearing, representatives from IHRSA and two club companies, Town Sports International and Millennium Partners Sports Club Management, testified against the bill.
Similar to the recent New Jersey bill, the Massachusetts bill calls for a licensing board to approve license applicants. Collins says debate on the bill can continue through July 31, the formal end of the legislative session.
"I wouldn't say it's dead yet," Collins says of the bill. "It's hard to predict what's going to happen. The bill needs some work. It needs to take a harder look at the industry itself."
In New Hampshire, a new bill, House Bill 1313, would require personal trainers to make certain disclosures to their clients. Specifically, personal trainers would have to disclose, in writing, their qualifications and education prior to providing any services or accepting any fees from their clients. Failure to do this would be subject to a $50 fine.


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Illinois law (PA 95-458) and administrative rules (Title 89, Section 140.513) require admissions and changes in status of Medicaid-eligible long term care residents to be reported to the department using the Medical Electronic Data Interchange (MEDI) or the Recipient Eligibility Verification (REV) system vendors.
Submitting a hard copy of the Long Term Care Facility Notification (Form 1156) to notify the FCRC of current admissions and status changes is no longer permitted. A caseworker may make limited case-by-case exceptions for corrective admit actions only.
Failure of an LTC provider to comply with these requirements may result in denial, delay of payment, or termination or suspension of the facility's participation in the medical assistance program.
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Juan Rivera, Jr., of Waukegan, Illinois, was twice convicted of raping and killing 11-year-old Holly Staker in 1992. At his first trial, police claimed he twice confessed following 4 days of around-the-clock interrogation. That conviction was overturned on appeal, and Rivera was convicted again in 1998 after DNA tests were inconclusive.
Rivera's second conviction has been overturned because new DNA tests conclusively exclude him. In fact, the new DNA tests yielded the genetic profile of the actual rapist and killer. So what are Lake County prosecutors going to do? Re-try him, of course. Rather than ask the public -- and the next jury -- to believe that Rivera raped Holly with another man's sperm (as Virginia prosecutors would have us believe retarded field hand Earl Washington did to Rebecca Williams), they have raised the despicable claim that 11-year-old Holly was "sexually active." This child was brutally raped and killed, and the state would rather portray her as a precocious slut than admit they got the wrong man -- twice -- and start looking for the guy who did that to her.
This is not a new approach. In 1990, Roy Criner of New Caney, Texas was convicted of raping and killing 16-year-old Deanna Ogg and sentenced to 99 years in prison. After DNA tests excluded Criner as the rapist, Judge Sharon Keller of the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals declared that Miss Ogg had had consensual sex with someone else just before Criner allegedly raped and killed her. There was absolutely no evidence that Miss Ogg had been sexually active with anyone, ever. And, of course, she was dead, so she couldn't defend her own good name. It took more DNA evidence, showing that the DNA found in a cigarette butt found near her body had been smoked by the same man who raped Miss Ogg, to force the Texas authorities to release Criner from prison.
Nobody has ever apologized to Deanna Ogg's parents for smearing their dead child. Holly Staker's family can expect the same treatment. Because, to answer our own question, they have no shame.
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