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We are all about the love here at SpouseBuzz. We will try anything to increase the understanding of long-term military relationships and to help couples navigate their way to a happier and healthier romance.
But sometimes we miss the most obvious suggestions. In a recent blog post about the effectiveness of military marriage programs, a reader pointed out something we had not considered:
Maybe these programs would be worth the money if my husband were ever home to attend. Telling me how to make my marriage better when he is gone 3/4 of every year, sometimes more, seem like a joke. Call me crazy, but maybe making deployments more realistic/less frequent would be the real key to making marriages stronger!Makes sense to us. In fact, there is actually some data to back up that idea. In study after study, family separation has consistently been among the top concerns of military members. Just like us, our servicemembers worry that if they are gone too much they won't have a marriage when they get back.
The length of the deployment is especially worrisome to us—with good reason. According to the Office of the Surgeon General United States Army Medical Command, the length of deployment (but not the number of deployments) does affect how many military members indicate that they intend to divorce when they return to the states.
The longer the deployment, the more likely the soldiers were to seriously consider divorce. This tended to be particularly true among younger enlisted members who were deployed for more than nine months.
Please note: This didn't mean that these guys necessarily filed for divorce the minute they stepped on American soil. The military divorce rate (which is about the same as the civilian divorce rate) has had a very slight increase—but not as much as expected considering a decade of war.
So what's the deal in the era of the Fiscal Cliff? Do we roll back our international commitments so that we can have more realistic/less frequent/shorter deployments? Do we roll out more and more marriage programs and insist on attendance? If you were all about the love like we are, what would you do?


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Game Leaders
St. Thomas
Pa: Dakota Tracy - 181
Ru: G. Engelhardt - 96
Rec: 2 Players (#4, #12 - 89)
Pa: Colin Erickson - 84
Ru: Sean Brandenburg - 22
Rec: Mike Starke - 42
Team Stats
St. Thomas
Passing Yards
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Time of Poss.
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Junior QBs Dakota Tracy and Greg Morse combined for 283 passing yards and four touchdown tosses as the fourth-ranked Tommies (4-0 overall, 2-0 MIAC) broke to a 35-0 halftime lead en route to Saturday's home defeat of the visiting Cobbers (1-3, 0-2).
Fritz Waldvogel had a TD catch and a touchdown run and finished with 149 all-purpose yards in three quarters of play. The Toms, who had 503 yards of total offense, ran their home-field win streak to 10 games.
Brady Ervin recovered two fumbles and Mike Valesano had a 56-yard interception return for a score to lead the UST defense, which limited the Cobbers to one third-down conversion, 10 first downs and 167 total yards and had five takeaways.
It was the most points St. Thomas scored against Concordia since 1949 when it posted a 58-14 home victory.
Four quarterbacks saw action for the Tommies, whose balanced attack racked up 283 yards in the air and 220 on the ground. Tracy completed 13 of 18 for 181 yards and two touchdowns, while Morse also had two touchdown passes and 96 yards on 6 of 7 passing. Backup running back Garrett Engelhardt led the Tommie ground game with 96 yards, all in the second half. Colin Tobin rushed 13 times for 51 yards in the first half.
The Cobbers averted a shutout with Sean Brandenburg's 2-yard run with 4:15 remaining.
The Tommies finished 4-0 in September and outscored their opponents 172-31, including nine touchdown passes in two conference games.
St. Thomas now will turn its attention to Collegeville and next Saturday's matchup with archrival St. John's (3-1, 2-0). The Johnnies tuned up for the clash with a 48-10 win over Augsburg on Saturday.

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In my opinion, you are dealing with the "restrictiveness" of clauses or bound/free modifiers.
This sentence can also be written as:
... people who/that studied in universities...
... people who/that were studying in universities...
The participle modifies the people and restricts it to a certain subgroup. So, with that in mind, that/who (relative pronouns) can be omitted IF THERE IS NO AMBIGUITY. That is a case by case situation.
Now, if we omit the relative pronouns from the sentences:
"There was a sharp increase in the number of people studied in universities from 1997 to 2007."
"There was a sharp increase in the number of people studying in universities from 1997 to 2007."
The first sentence implies that the increase occurred in people studied (as in test subjects in academic experiments), while the 2nd one creates no ambiguity; the modifier modifies the correct subject: people.
So, I would tell your student that if he/she is going to omit the relative pronoun in restrictive clauses, he/she should check the implication of the new sentence and ensure there is no ambiguity.
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According to the bible, God created Adam and Eve about 6000 years ago...Lets think about some maths:
Two people multiplying to 6.5 billion in 6000 years. Ignoring the whole flood thing, how many children would eve had needed to give birth to to allow for both the genetic variation and the current population of the planet?
Has anyone ever thought about this before? I might attempt the math myself sometime if no one has.
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That's interesting... calculating the math on a problem like that would be very imperfect, too many variables. But I suppose it could still be somewhat solved. This could be a huge Christian debunking factor.
That's what I thought.... 2 people multiplying to get to 6.5 billion in 6000 years...doesn't sound legit to me.
Science has only advanced to the point where we can feed tremendous amounts of people. Cities like Rome and Paris only numbered in the tens of hundreds 600 years ago before fertilisers and more sustainable methods were invented. At today's growth there is no problem but history is plagued by, well, plagues and wars.
I would also suggest that whoever does the calculation takes it from noah and his bunch as everyone was suppose to be dead under 8 kilometres of water. I think he was at least a thousand years in so that would leave even less time for all the procreating that needs to be done.
less time but 3 or 4 breeding pairs to begin with... nonetheless, still sounds unfeasable.
You have to take into account that in a literal bible, everyone lives VERY LONG , Noah lived hundreds of years ...
So that would make it even sillier :)
if Noah lived 900 years, he could of had hundreds of children....what was his stance on polygamy again?
And while we're at it, why not try to calculate the probable population if the millions of people killed in the name of religion had survived, and bred.
That could be taken as an argument FOR religion lol....I'll think about it when I do some maths.
I know you were joking, but some people (not here) take that kind of thinking seriously. By the same reasoning, any humanitarian activity should be abandoned in the name of population control. Stop feeding the starving of Africa. Abandon any attempt to eradicate disease. Let the poorest die. (It would probably balance itself out to a large extent anyway, if the Pope would lift the ban on the use of condoms. Population growth would slow down over night)
I also have some ideas on this. I heard about a doctor in NH that lost his practice because he spiked his daughters' food with some kind of pheromonal inhibitor (apparently he didn't think they had enough moral fiber) and I thought, why not do this to Africa? We can kill two birds with one stone by feeding them spiked grain and rice that makes them lose their sex drive. We do this until the majority of people with AIDS die out, thereby ensuring that they don't produce offspring with the same immune deficiency. Basically, cut AIDS off at the source. And all we'd have to do is a) feed them, and b) sacrifice one measly generation. This seems to me to be the most humanitarian way to do this.
As for overpopulation, we just don't die like we used to. People used to die by the thousands per battle, ten thousands per plague, and we just don't have that anymore. There's plenty of room on the planet for the population, but the disbursement's inadequate (too many people in the cities). We need to legalize modern euthanasia (which is to say assisted suicide) and secure a middle ground on abortion. That should cull the growth a little.
Oh god... I think I might be the anti-Christ.
Aren't we all? haha


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Recent News
June 18, 2013
Oskri Recalls Chocolate Bars
The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services received information regarding a recall of Oskri Coconut Bar Dark Chocolate, Coconut Bar Dark Chocolate Minis, Fig Dark Chocolate Bars and Almond Dark Chocolate Bars because the dark chocolate contains milk.
The products were distributed nationwide to retail stores.
The product comes in a 1.9 ounce, flexible plastic wrapper, UPC 666016-300703 (Coconut Bar Dark Chocolate), UPC 666016-400311 (Coconut Bars Dark Chocolate Minis), UPC 666016-300307 (Fig Dark Chocolate Bars) and UPC 666016-300420 (Almond Dark Chocolate Bars) marked with the following stamp, which can be found on the front of the wrapper:
P 1/1/13 through 6/6/13
EXP 7/7/14 through 12/12/14
LOT 001 through 154
The full recall can be found at www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm357114.htm?source=govdelivery.


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Very few actors find a project that connects so strongly with fans that it becomes an obsession. Cary Elwes is among a smaller group that's done it twice. The unassuming British actor burst onto film screens as Westley in The Princess Bride in 1987 and still gets fan letters from a generation that was born after its release. In 2004, Elwes tapped into a very different fan base with the smash hit Saw. It scared up more than $103 million worldwide. Not bad for a film that barely cost $1 million to make. Additionally, more than a few industry observers have said it helped to save Lionsgate, the studio that bought it just prior to its world premiere at Sundance. Five intervening films and $633 million in global box office later, the British actor returned to help bookend the series in Saw 3D.
Elwes filled Collider in on the film recently. Hit the jump for the interview's full audio and transcript along with his take on the R rating, why no one with a heart condition or a baby on the way should see the film, the Yellow Submarine remake, twisting Steven Spielberg's arm into a part in Tintin, and the lasting impact of The Princess Bride.
Click here for the audio or read on for the full transcript of what is a pretty unique interview since those attending the press day weren't allowed to see the film or even full press notes beforehand and Elwes wasn't allowed to discuss the plot. It became the starting point for a conversation that became a good-natured game of cat and mouse.
Cary Elwes: I can't tell you anything about the plot.
Collider: Well, ok. So, contractually, you can't say anything about it.
Elwes: Nothing.
Ok, let's approach it this way, then. If you were a fan, where would you want to see your character (Dr. Gordon) go (after the first film)?
Elwes: That's, again, falls into the category of—I'll tell you, I can say this: It's thanks to the fans that my character returned. They're the ones who campaigned heavily for Dr. Gordon to make a comeback and they wanted to know what happened to him and so, I was discussing it with the producers and I really felt like I wanted to return in the last one and really bookend the series and they agreed and they came up with a really good idea to bring him back and, you know, when they approached me with it, I knew it was something that the fans were gonna be excited about and it answers a lot of unanswered questions at the end about him, so I think they'll be happy.
So, it is definitely, definitely, definitely the last-
Elwes: It's the last one.
It is absolutely-
Elwes: Yeah.
-there's nothing-
Elwes: I can't see them doing any more. I mean, we want to go out with a bang and this is definitely the best of them all. I've seen the film. It's the most graphically violent film I've ever seen in my entire life. I mean, I'm surprised we got the rating (R) that we got. Even the director told me he was surprised they gave it the rating that we got.
There was the rating for the new Ryan Gosling –Michelle Williams film (Blue Valentine) that got an NC-17 (to almost unanimous surprise by those who have seen it at festivals and say the film's sex and violence don't warrant the rating). What's your take on, on the ratings system in that something, like you were saying, you were surprised that Saw 3D got the rating that you did where there are art films that end up with an NC-17 or –
Elwes: Well, no. I, I can't- You know, I don't know what goes into the decision making process of the ratings board and I wouldn't want to try and tell them how to do their job. I'm just grateful to them at this point that they gave us the rating that allowed us to make a commercial film. You know, I'm sorry for Ryan (Gosling). I hope they manage to get the rating they need. You know, look, it's not an easy job being on a ratings board, by any means. It's almost a thankless job. You know, you're constantly at loggerheads with the filmmakers who want to push the envelope each time and so, like I said, I'm just grateful they gave us the rating we got. (Note: the first film in the Saw series was originally rated NC-17 before an additional edit earned an R).
Now, your daughter's 3 years old.
Elwes: Yes.
How old will she be when you say, "Ok. Now you can watch Saw (3D)?"
Elwes: (Laughs) Probably in her 40s? I don't know.
She'll be collecting social security-
Elwes: Yes. That might be an appropriate age for her.
Yeah. On the commentary for the 1st Saw DVD, (Saw Co-writer/Co-Star/Executive Producer) Leigh (Whannell) was talking about the fact that there was a fan fiction of you slithering out (from the fateful room in the first film) and I know that you can't talk about the plot, but how much of that played into this, because you said fans were the ones who —
Elwes: Well, you know, the filmmakers and the producers, in particular, are very attentive to the fan response and the blogosphere and the chat rooms, obviously, as all intelligent filmmakers are today, when they're dealing with sequels. And our fans are probably some of the most passionate fans ever. I mean, they pore over these films with a fine tooth comb and they go over every single frame and find things that you and I would probably miss, but thankfully our producers don't and there's one fan in particular, who's name I don't know, but they actually do interview this guy because he's such an incredible student of the films that he has details that they didn't even think of and so he impressed them enough for them to meet with him every year and hear what he has to say. That just gives you an idea of the level, the passion of the fans that we have. And so I'm eternally grateful to them. Really. I wouldn't be here without them.
Having done two of these films now, do you watch horror films and say, 'That death could've been so much more creative and here's how?'
Elwes: I don't think that way. I'm all of "suspend disbelief." I go into pure enjoyment. This film is particularly violent. It's one of the most violent, gory, intense films I've ever seen and I don't think the fans will be disappointed at all, especially in 3D. It's not for the faint-hearted or anyone with a heart problem (Laughter) and if you're pregnant, please don't go and see this film. I really, really, really don't want you to go and see it. Ok? Just wait 'til you've had the kid and, and you can get a babysitter, then you can go.
Maybe wait until the kid has a driver's license.
Elwes: Yeah. You know? Just be smart. You know it should have a warning on it. It really should. It's very, very, very graphic. So, there.
Well, on a lighter note, you're a huge fan of (the) Tin Tin (books) growing up and now you're in the film (directed by Steven Spielberg). How did cereal shopping play into-
Elwes: Oh, you heard that story?
Yeah. (Elwes initially asked Spielberg about a part in Tin Tin on the set of A Christmas Carol when the director was visiting the film's director Robert Zemeckis and ran into the director again two weeks later in the cereal aisle of a grocery store where he closed the deal)
Elwes: Well, I was very fortunate to run across Mr. Spielberg and I kind of twisted his arm a little bit to be in the film and I think he responded to the fact that I'm such a Tin Tin fan. God bless him for it because how much this guy must be inundated with people tugging his sleeve every minute of every day and he was so gracious about it.
It's not like you don't have a resume coming in, though.
Elwes: I know, but you know what? Can you imagine how many actors (just) bully him all the time? Just accost him everywhere he goes? The guy probably never gets a break. So, I felt a little trepidatious approaching him, but then, he was so sweet and gracious about it and I'd already talked to him about it a little bit beforehand. So, he knew where I was coming from and I think he sensed that I was such a huge fan and that it meant so much to me and, honestly, the role (of Pilot) is very small and that's all he had left in the casting process, so I was grateful to do anything. So, I said sure.
Well, you first met him on the set of A-
Elwes: Christmas Carol.
Christmas Carol, with-
Elwes: Right.
– Robert Zemeckis directing.
Elwes: Correct.
And he's also directing The Yellow Submarine (Elwes is playing the voice of The Beatles guitarist George Harrison). First of all, as a Beatles fan-
Elwes: Yeah.
What kind of a weight do you feel or is it just such an honor?
Elwes: Well, it's both. It's a great honor and it's a great weight. Obviously, you know, one can't underestimate The Beatles' fans and one has to be respectful to them and respectful to The Beatles and their legacy and I can't say too much about it because I'm not aloud to, except to say that I'm obviously greatly honored and greatly thrilled to be a part of it and it's gonna be an incredible film. We've got an incredible director, Bob Zemeckis, at the helm and I can't think of a better person. He's a big Beatles fan himself and I have some idea of how the film's gonna be made and I can tell you right now, it's gonna be extraordinary.
All animated?
Elwes: It's gonna be all CGI, much like Avatar.
So, the look of it will-
Elwes: I can't tell you. (Laughter) I can't tell you anything. I'd love to tell you. I've even told you too much. I can get in trouble.
Ok. Well, can we talk about the research, though?
Elwes: Sure!
Did you talk to George Harrison's widow? Did you talk to—
Elwes: I, I did. I have spoken with the family and I made a trip to (the birthplace of The Beatles) Liverpool, (England) myself and went up to the Cavern Club (where Brian Epstein reportedly first saw The Beatles perform) and went to see George's house and all their homes actually. It's really beautiful. I went to The Beatles Museum. You know, The Beatles Experience-
Elwes: -there in Liverpool? And I thoroughly recommend it for any Beatles fan. If you really want to understand the history of these guys and where they came from and really appreciate-, their story is incredible really when you think about it. Just four lads from Liverpool taking over the world. For 20 years, they were on the front cover of every single paper. Now, that's a phenomenal thing right there and just what they accomplished, so you know, I'm, as a fan, I'm thrilled. Just to study what he studied and to learn what he learned and to find how he found peace. It's a beautiful thing. I mean, he was my favorite Beatle anyway, so I'm really blessed.
Some time has passed since The Princess Bride (was released in September, 1987). Can you walk down the street without hearing "As You Wish" everywhere?
Elwes: I am blessed in that, you know, the film has had incredible legs. It has a real longevity to it. I still get fan mail from kids. The film, you know, has crossed boundaries, in terms of one generation to another and I feel very blessed to be a part of a film that has had that impact and you're lucky as an actor to be remembered for anything and to be part of a film that still has an effect on people? You know, I have kids accosting me with swords in toy stores. I try and avoid the fake sword departments if I can help it 'cause usually I get recognized there.
Well, you've said you love doing historical pieces.
Elwes: Yeah.
It was your favorite subject at school.
Elwes: Correct.
What's one historical subject that you would love to tackle?
Elwes: I'd like to tackle the First World War, I think.
Any figure, particularly?
Elwes: No. Just, I'd like to explore that. I, you know, it's an area I have not explored yet. I haven't done Second World War, either. Well, I guess, no. I have done Uprising (where he played Dr. Fritz Hippler, a real-life Nazi filmmaker who ran Germany's propaganda film department) I've done the Second World War a little bit. But I haven't played a British officer yet. I'd like to do that. That'd be fun.
Great. Thank you so much.
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4 plead guilty in Hells Angels case in Vegas
LAS VEGAS (AP) -- Four alleged Hells Angels pleaded have guilty to a felony charge stemming from a 2008 brawl with rival Mongols motorcycle gang members that injured six people at a downtown Las Vegas wedding chapel.
The pleas Friday by Dominic Orlando, Frederick O'Dell, Brandon Young and John Dawson brought to five the number of men who've taken plea deals to avoid a retrial on multiple charges, including attempted murder, conspiracy and taking part in activities of a criminal gang.
One defendant, James Sexey, balked at pleading guilty to two felonies.
His lawyer says Sexey expects to stand trial beginning Aug. 5 with another alleged Hells Angels member, John Merchant.
Merchant and Sexey are accused of stabbing two Mongols during the fight at A Special Memory Wedding Chapel.


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Digital Design Essentials: TDF 11
Digital Design Essentials: Crisp Fall Day
Digital Design Essentials: Christmas Joy
I'm glad you get a "snow" day, we drove through probably 4-5 new inches of snow this morning, expecting 3 more! It's beautiful and the kids would have so much fun
!! Love, Mom
ha! weather people... so silly. we have a snow day here too. were supposed to get up to 6 inches and got about 3. but of course, everyone was panicking last night.
MAN! i wish i had known you guys lived in TN when we traveled to Nashville last fall with Adam's work. email me - he'll be traveling there again this spring/summer and maybe we can get together!
That cracks me up! We got at least 4-6 inches and we are -10 degrees and we had to send the kids to school! Have a fun "Snow Day"!!
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Send ToAsync(SocketAsyncEventArgs) Method
Sends data asynchronously to a specific remote host.
bool SendToAsync(System::Net::Sockets::SocketAsyncEventArgs ^ e);
public bool SendToAsync (System.Net.Sockets.SocketAsyncEventArgs e);
member this.SendToAsync : System.Net.Sockets.SocketAsyncEventArgs -> bool
Public Function SendToAsync (e As SocketAsyncEventArgs) As Boolean
The SocketAsyncEventArgs object to use for this asynchronous socket operation.
true if the I/O operation is pending. The Completed event on the
e parameter will be raised upon completion of the operation.
false if the I/O operation completed synchronously. In this case, The Completed event on the
e parameter will not be raised and the
e object passed as a parameter may be examined immediately after the method call returns to retrieve the result of the operation.
The RemoteEndPoint cannot be null.
A socket operation was already in progress using the SocketAsyncEventArgs object specified in the
e parameter.
Windows XP or later is required for this method.
The Socket has been closed.
The protocol specified is connection-oriented, but the Socket is not yet connected.
The SendToAsync method starts an asynchronous send operation to the remote host specified in the SocketAsyncEventArgs.RemoteEndPoint property of the
e parameter. Calling the SendToAsync method gives you the ability to send data within a separate execution thread. Although this method is intended for connectionless protocols, SendToAsync works with both connectionless and connection-oriented protocols.
To be notified of completion, you must create a callback method that implements the EventHandler<SocketAsyncEventArgs> delegate and attach the callback to the SocketAsyncEventArgs.Completed event.
The following properties and events on the System.Net.Sockets.SocketAsyncEventArgs object are required to successfully call this method:
The caller may set the SocketAsyncEventArgs.UserToken property to any user state object desired before calling the SendToAsync method, so that the information will be retrievable in the callback method. If the callback needs more information than a single object, a small class can be created to hold the other required state information as members.
If you are using a connection-oriented protocol, you must first call the Accept, AcceptAsync, BeginAccept, BeginConnect, Connect, or ConnectAsync method. Otherwise SendToAsync will throw a SocketException. When using a connection-oriented protocol, the SendToAsync method will ignore the SocketAsyncEventArgs.RemoteEndPoint property and send data to the System.Net.EndPoint established in the Accept, AcceptAsync, BeginAccept, BeginConnect, Connect, or ConnectAsync method.
If you are using a connectionless protocol, you do not need to establish a default remote host with the BeginConnect, Connect, or ConnectAsync method prior to calling SendToAsync. You only need to do this if you intend to call the BeginSend or SendAsync methods. If you do call the BeginConnect, Connect, or ConnectAsync method prior to calling SendToAsync, the SocketAsyncEventArgs.RemoteEndPoint property will override the specified default remote host for that send operation only. You are also not required to call the Bind method. In this case, the underlying service provider will assign the most appropriate local network IP address and port number. Use a port number of zero if you want the underlying service provider to select a free port. If you need to identify the assigned local network IP address and port number, you can use the LocalEndPoint property after the SocketAsyncEventArgs.Completed event is signaled and the associated delegates are called.
If you want to send data to a broadcast address, you must first call the SetSocketOption method and set the socket option for SocketOptionName.Broadcast to true. You must also be sure that the size of your buffer does not exceed the maximum packet size of the underlying service provider. If it does, the datagram will not be sent and SendToAsync will throw a SocketException.
If you specify the DontRoute flag in the SocketAsyncEventArgs.SocketFlags property, the data you are sending will not be routed.
For message-oriented sockets, care must be taken not to exceed the maximum message size of the underlying transport. If the size of the buffer exceeds the maximum packet size of the underlying service provider, the datagram is not sent and SendToAsync will throw a SocketException. The successful completion of a SendToAsync method does not indicate that the data was successfully delivered.


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Senior Citizens' Help Line
Receiving over 15,000 calls annually, the Senior Citizens' Help Line was established in 1974 to provide statewide toll-free access to anyone seeking information about programs and services for the elderly in New York State. In order to improve and enhance the core mission of the New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA) to assist older New Yorkers to be as independent as possible for as long as possible, NYSOFA identified the need to establish a central point for older New Yorkers to contact for information regarding relevant programs and services that meet their specific needs. It was determined that in this role as a central point of contact, NYSOFA should establish a toll-free telephone help line, accessible within and from outside the state to provide quick and easy answers to the diverse questions and issues faced by older New Yorkers and, as necessary, referrals to other offices or agencies.
The Help Line supplements and complements the information and assistance services provided by the local Area Agencies on Aging (AAA). In addition, legislators, aging network professionals, and others in the field of aging can contact NYSOFA staff by utilizing the Help Line. The Help Line is currently staffed by representatives who may be reached Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. If all representatives are busy, callers hear a recorded message advising them leave a message and staff will return the call, and during non-business hours callers are advised to call during regular office hours.
To make the Help Line accessible to limited English Proficient (LEP) callers, free telephonic Language Line interpreter services may be accessed to assist callers statewide. Help Line staff also provide copies of the "New York State's Senior Citizen Resource Guide" to seniors, legislators, and local agencies. The Guide is a comprehensive, concise, and easy-to-read resource of programs, services, and contact information available for New York's seniors.


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Summit County police blotter: Whiskey a no-go and roadside refusals
Editor's note: The police blotter is written from incident reports provided by local police departments and the Summit County Sheriff's Office. All individuals named are presumed innocent until proven guilty.
Whiskey a no go
Last week Breckenridge Police Department officers were dispatched to the 700 block of Fairview Boulevard for a report of an intoxicated minor.
Upon their arrival at the scene, officers located a 16-year-old man passed out in a ditch on the east side of the road. Although he was breathing, the man was unconscious, police reports stated. Near the young man's feet was an empty quart bottle of Jim Beam whiskey.
After calling for medical assistance, officers tried to rouse the man from his drunken slumber. Once awake, the young man asked officers to "take him to jail" and gestured with his hands to be placed in handcuffs, according to police reports.
When additional police officers and emergency medical services personnel arrived at the scene, the young man refused onsite medical treatment, but agreed to undergo a Breathalyzer test. The Breathalyzer resulted in a .242 blood alcohol content.
Before taking the man into custody, officers ran a background check on him based on identifying information they acquired from a fishing license in his pocket. Summit County Communications responded, stating the man had his driver's license revoked due to a prior driving-under-the-influence conviction.
Officers transported the man to St. Anthony Summit Medical Center to be cleared for county jail. The man's mother, a nurse at Summit Medical Center, was on duty and declined further medical treatment for her son.
The man was transported to Summit County Jail and issued a summons for consumption of ethyl alcohol by a minor and intoxicated pedestrian on the highway.
Roadside refusal
Breckenridge Police Department officers pulled over a man with Missouri license plates in the 100 block of Summit County Road 450 after the driver passed a squad car traveling 30 miles per hour in a 25 mph zone.
The driver also was traveling east, but weaved in and out of the westbound lane.
Police officers initiated a roadside stop and requested the driver present a valid driver's license, registration and proof of insurance. After locating his license in his wallet, the driver fumbled around in the center console and glove compartment. After several minutes, the driver mumbled something under his breath and slumped back in his seat, seemingly forgetting what he was looking for, according to police reports.
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Monday, October 11, 2010
Kancamagus Bound
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I'm assuming you've already seen "Granite State of Mind" a dozen times, but in case you haven't" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bX7nQrCgALM
I can't drive the Kanc now without thinking, "It's not the Kanc-a-man-gus, it's the Kanc-a-ma-gus..."
- October 11, 2010 at 10:08 AM
- Jill said...
That sweater looks so cozy and warm! I love the whole look. This time of year it's really necessary to get out of the city, even if it's just for a day. I'm glad you had a good weekend!
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- October 11, 2010 at 10:17 AM
- amanda said...
so gorgeous!!!! i love the colors of the trees echoed in the colors of your outfit. that sweater looks so warm and cozy and is the perfect accent for this. and those clogs!!!! just love it. and the little flower in your hair too :)
- October 11, 2010 at 10:25 AM
- Isabella Kiss said...
oh, I love New Hampshire! New England is the best. I could never live anywhere else and feel the same way that I do about fall.
- October 11, 2010 at 10:31 AM
- Emily, Ruby Slipper Traveller said...
I love the city, but I do feel increasingly drawn to the country myself, especially in the autumn. It looks absolutely lovely there..
- October 11, 2010 at 10:32 AM
- Q's Daydream said...
Lovely photos!
I live in Maine for four years. Portland, Camden, Scarborough...
My hubby grew up in NH. :o)
- October 11, 2010 at 10:34 AM
- Q's Daydream said...
- October 11, 2010 at 10:34 AM
- Charlie said...
such a warm and comfy looking sweater, love it! it brings volume to the entire ooutfit as well, and the tights look great! I love nature this time of year as well, it's so beautiful with the different colours and the crisp in the air that you mentioned.
xxx Charlie
- October 11, 2010 at 10:45 AM
i love your outfit especially the colours! where did you get those tights?
please vote for me! :)
- October 11, 2010 at 11:22 AM
- Santina said...
I love these pictures! I just mentioned in my latest post that I am a bit sad to be missing fall this year as I decided to move to Mexico for the winter. I grew up in RI and went to college in VT, and I adore the colors of the foliage this time of year! Thanks for giving me a peek at what I miss the most!
- October 11, 2010 at 11:36 AM
- Chaucee said...
Your trip sounds like so much fun! I wish I lived more north so I could be experiencing the beautiful fall weather. But I'm going to have to wait a wait to wear all the cosy clothes that are piling up in my wardrobe.
- October 11, 2010 at 11:38 AM
You look so great. I love that long chunky knit cardi!
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- October 11, 2010 at 11:47 AM
- Archives said...
fall is my favorite, too! you look cute & comfy :)
- October 11, 2010 at 12:09 PM
- Katie said...
What a fabulous fall outfit! It is perfect. I love the Modcloth sweater...I've been looking for a great oversized cozy sweater just like that!
- October 11, 2010 at 12:18 PM
Love your sweater!!! :D
My weekend wonderful.. have a nice week :)
- October 11, 2010 at 12:25 PM
- briannelee said...
I love fall too. I love the smell of burning leaves and the crisp chill air. Sounds like a wonderful weekend!
- October 11, 2010 at 12:41 PM
- Jenna M. said...
Ooo I want those tights!
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- October 11, 2010 at 12:43 PM
Love your sweater! You look so comfy and cute!
- October 11, 2010 at 12:49 PM
- Future Lint said...
Awesome! The combination of colors and textures is so rich for fall!
- October 11, 2010 at 1:04 PM
Aw your outfit looks so cute and cozy! Even though I live in the Mid-Atlantic, the weather does not feel OFFICIALLY fall yet...our 70 degree days are mixed with 87 degree ones! Can't wait for cooler weather!!
- October 11, 2010 at 1:17 PM
- cb said...
what a great fall outfit! love the colored tights with the whole thing and your little flowers in your hair!
i love going up to the country..it is really hard to come back to the fast past life...one day i want to go back to the country and stay for good!
- October 11, 2010 at 1:21 PM
- Michal said...
I love when you write about New Hampshire! I've lived here my whole life & it's quite coincidental that one of my favorite bloggers lived here too. (: I was just up on the Kancamagus a little over a week ago- the foliage is so beautiful. :D
PS Cute sweater!!
- October 11, 2010 at 1:31 PM
- naomi said...
perfect fall pallet.
- October 11, 2010 at 1:35 PM
- Mici Milovaného said...
I want that sweater soooo much! I adore your outfit and those pics!
- October 11, 2010 at 1:49 PM
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- October 11, 2010 at 1:55 PM
- Ginta said...
You look so autumny :) Love those flowers in your hair! :)
Fall is so beautiful here too. Everyday is like a wonder. Trees look different every hour! And fall sky! It's incredible!
- October 11, 2010 at 2:20 PM
- Ana - Toil and Trouble said...
you look SO pretty in that first picture! And that sweater looks much better on you than on the modcloth mannequin, I wouldn't have guessed it would drape like it does on you. I so know what you mean about New Hampshire, it's so peaceful and different! It makes it hard for me to believe I ever lived in Mission Hill.
- October 11, 2010 at 2:27 PM
- cosmic visions said...
i covet that sweater! and you reminded me... its time to go to TJ's for some tights
- October 11, 2010 at 2:59 PM
funny, i just visited my home state this past week and am also pining away to be out of the city again. realizing you are missing all the fall leaves is hard, isn't it??
your outfit is so pretty here, because all the colors look like they fit right in with the leaves! i love the shade of those tights, and the flowers in your hair. ~joelle
- October 11, 2010 at 3:28 PM
- jolie jamie said...
Love the blue button up! Oh fall! How i miss it!
great photos!
- October 11, 2010 at 4:06 PM
- eleanor said...
I adore everything about this outfit!! Especially the colour of your tights and that adorable sweater.
It sounds like you had a wonderful weekend, fall in America sounds so beautiful!
- October 11, 2010 at 4:38 PM
- Natalya's Closet said...
Such a great outfit!! I love those tights, shoes, and oversized sweater! XOXO, Natalya
- October 11, 2010 at 5:49 PM
These pictures make me miss New Hampshire so so much. But I do love your outfit here. Especially the shoes and necklace.
- October 11, 2010 at 5:53 PM
- Pawi Macarena said...
u look stunning :)
great great great outfit :D
- October 11, 2010 at 6:25 PM
Stunning! I only see autumn pictures of this sort of region in movies really (I am in Australia). The leaves look amazing and your outfit look so cosy and stylish.
- October 11, 2010 at 8:15 PM
- kelly ann said...
this outfit is SO gorgeous. i love it. the textures are great, and the colour of your tights are the perfect touch. that sweater looks SO comfy!
- October 11, 2010 at 8:47 PM
I'm so envious of your time in rural New England! I'm from Vermont, but I've been away at school and missed 4 leaf peeping season now. All I want is to drive through bright red and orange mountains and then go home and sip some warm cider. I got to go apple picking this weekend, but Pittsburgh has nothing on up North.
Love your sweater - so cozy!
- October 11, 2010 at 8:49 PM
- hannah, heart city said...
impeccable look, oh my!
- October 11, 2010 at 9:45 PM
- Ally,The Vintage Valley said...
ohh i love this, you look so snug in that jumper..
- October 11, 2010 at 10:46 PM
What a gorgeous sweater! And the flower in your hair is a sweet and simple touch.
- October 11, 2010 at 11:12 PM
- Diya said...
these are really stunning shots of you!!!!! love the entire outfit, head to toe...especially that skirt! so perfect for fall I can't stand it.
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- October 11, 2010 at 11:17 PM
- Caitlyn, Bees with Feathers said...
Sooo beautiful. Those tights are incredible for fall.
- October 11, 2010 at 11:31 PM
- Healthy and Homemade said...
Gorgeous cozy sweater!!
- October 12, 2010 at 12:51 AM
- Alicia said...
what an amazing sweater, so perfect for fall!
- October 12, 2010 at 1:03 AM
- Regina said...
Loved this outfit! So autumnal and pretty.
- October 12, 2010 at 4:23 AM
- Brittany said...
This is an amazing outfit! I am now coveting a similar sweater.. it will look so good with feminine dresses as well as more menswear inspired looks! (re:plaid!).. I love the colors you used!
- October 12, 2010 at 9:08 AM
- Blackbird Fly said...
what a beautiful house!
so charming...
My weekend was fantastic. pumpkin patches and horseback riding!
Just posted about it on my blog. Stop by and say hello if you have time!
-Morgan (Blackbird Fly)
Blackbird Fly
- October 12, 2010 at 11:33 AM
- Poison Oak said...
LOVE the colors of your outfit. I'm wishing I had a house to visit! Best fall photos I've seen!
- October 12, 2010 at 5:18 PM
- D'Andra said...
Love the outfit!
- October 12, 2010 at 7:56 PM
- Amy said...
Perfect tights. One of my favorite colors, and I'm seeing it everywhere this fall. Still looking for the perfect chunky knit sweater myself.
- October 12, 2010 at 8:04 PM
- Cella Babee said...
I loveeee the colors in your outfit and I especially love that blenkety sweater! It looks so cozy <3
- October 12, 2010 at 11:02 PM
- Rosa&Carlotta said...
Lovely I love big knits :)
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- October 13, 2010 at 4:29 AM
- Angie D said...
Oh, you look so great :) I love your wine tights!
- October 13, 2010 at 9:54 AM
- Carolynn Cecilia said...
the perfection of the autumn leaves paired with the tranquil stream has me aching for a trip upstate. plus, your oversized sweater has me green with envy.
- October 13, 2010 at 8:27 PM
I love this outfit. You really do look so perfectly fall cozy. The first photo of you is just lovely.
- October 16, 2010 at 2:29 PM
- joy said...
the flowers in the hair are such a cute touch. I am a big fan of cozy sweaters.
- October 17, 2010 at 4:25 PM
- Bridget said...
looove those clogs
- October 20, 2010 at 4:13 PM
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Social media site Twitter was flooded with messages of grief and anger over the death of the 23-year-old Delhi rape victim in the early hours of Saturday.
While the woman's identity is not known, many Twitter users gave her names, including Nirbahaya (fearless) and Damini, an apparent reference to the lead character in an eponymous 1993 Bollywood movie. In the movie, Damini fights for justice on behalf of a maid who was sexually abused by Damini's brother-in-law.
"RIP Damini, today is a dark day in our democracy. We should pledge not to let dust settle on this fight till the end," tweeted Bollywood film director and producer Madhur Bhandarkar.
Many people online called for capital punishment for the rapists. "Mr. Prime Minister your mere condolences will not suffice. #Wewantjustice for #damini. CULPRITS TO BE HANGED TILL DEATH," wrote Twitter user Prateek Sharma.
Others questioned whether the step of transferring the rape victim to a Singapore hospital had been the right one. "I'd hoped Damini would survive, but sending her to Singapore made her condition worse," wrote a Twitter user based in Singapore, who goes by the name Damyanti G.
Billionaire Vijay Malaya noted that there should have been no need to take the woman outside the country.
"Government spends thousands of crores on subsidies n populist schemes.Why cannot our country have the very best super speciality medicare?" wrote Mr. Mallya.
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Last weekend, some protests on the issue had turned violent, leaving dozens of protesters and some policeman injured. "This NOT the time to shut down Metros, India Gate or India," tweeted actor Anupam Kher. "This is the time to Apologise,Say SORRY for letting People down," he added.
Some people noted that the rape victim's death was a symbol of a broader malaise in India, where women are often poorly treated. "Incredible India: where women aren't safe inside the womb, nor outside of it. #RIP Damini," wrote Srishti Ahluwalia in reference to statistics that girl foetuses are often aborted because women are considered a financial burden due in part to India's dowry culture.
Film-maker Mahesh Bhatt urged women to be more vocal and speak up for their rights. To others, Mr. Bhatt tweeted, "Shut all your temples where you pretend to worship the female form. Cry India! Your hands are drenched with the blood of your own daughters."
On Saturday, people also used Twitter and Facebook a way to spread word about gatherings. Author Jerry Pinto posted a link on Facebook for a "peaceful, silent demonstration to mark the end of the life of the braveheart young woman" on Saturday afternoon in Shivaji Park in Mumbai.
People outside India also were upset over news of the woman's death. "I've tears in my eyes because a youg girl died, a young Indian girl I didn't know," wrote a Switzerland-based Twitter user who goes by the name Beatrice F. "RIP 'Damini', may your soul be surround by love and peace," the user added.
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To Thine Own Pokémon Be True! (Japanese: ポケモンピンポン大会!エテボースがんばる!! Pokémon Ping Pong Tournament! Eteboth Does Her Best!!) is the 124th episode of the Diamond & Pearl series, and the 590th episode of the Pokémon anime. It first aired in Japan on April 23, 2009 and in the United States on September 12, 2009.
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Ash, Dawn, and Ash's rival Barry are all competitors in Sandalstraw Town's Pokémon ping-pong tournament, where Trainers form doubles teams with their Pokémon. Ash and Dawn warm up with a practice match, but Dawn's partner Ambipom smashes the ball so hard, it nearly hits a passing ping-pong player. As Barry later explains, that player is none other than O, the defending tournament champion! When practice is over and the tournament begins, Jessie and Meowth are among the competitors. But when Meowth gets carried away and uses a Pokémon move to slice the ball into bits, they're disqualified!
Ash and Pikachu are taken out by an experienced player and his Farfetch'd, but Dawn and Ambipom beat a Trainer and Alakazam to advance to the second round. Agile Ambipom can use its tails to return just about any shot, and as O watches from the sidelines, he can hardly believe Ambipom is new to the sport! Dawn and Ambipom defeat their next opponent, and now it's Barry's turn to take on O. O and Shiftry make short work of Barry and Empoleon—that means O is Dawn's next opponent.
Though O quickly takes the lead against Dawn and Ambipom, Dawn is determined to fight back. But when she tries to return Shiftry's shot, it smashes her paddle into pieces! As Dawn helplessly watches, Ambipom takes over, using its tails to play O and Shiftry at the same time. Ambipom wins the second of their three matches and Dawn gets a replacement paddle for the third match, but O still wins and moves on to win the entire tournament. However, he's so impressed by Ambipom that he offers to take it on as a student.
Dawn doesn't know what to do, but she sees how much Ambipom enjoys ping-pong. So she leaves the decision to Ambipom: pursue Pokémon ping-pong, or stay with Dawn and her Contests? Ambipom wants to play ping-pong, so it joins O and heads to O's training center in Kanto. Our heroes say a fond farewell to their old friend, who surely has a bright future in Pokémon sports!
"Following Dawn's Sandalstraw Pokémon Contest, our heroes have decided to stay in Sandalstraw Town for some Pokémon Ping Pong." Ash excitedly bursts out of Pokémon Center, enthusiastically practicing his swing along with Pikachu. Dawn, Piplup, Ambipom and Brock come out, as Barry comes from around the corner just as excited as Ash. Barry proclaims his Sinnoh Pokémon Ping Pong conquest, practicing his swing along with Ash. Dawn, however, has only a vague knowledge of the rules and she announces this fact, much to Ash and Barry's dismay. Barry explains to her that Pokémon Ping Pong is where a Trainer and one of their Pokémon compete as a team. The Trainer is the only one allowed to have a paddle, while the Pokémon is allowed to use a part of their body instead. The Trainer always serves, and the first team with 11 points wins a game and first to win three games wins the match. Dawn enthusiastically decides to enter the tournament as well.
Outside of the Ping Pong Tournament hall, Ash and Dawn fill out their paper work to register. Ash naturally chooses Pikachu as his partner, while Dawn picks Ambipom due to the knowledge of Ping Pong moves she displayed during the Contest. Dawn tells the others that she and Barry believe Ambipom really likes Pokémon Ping Pong, which Ambipom eagerly acknowledges. Brock tells Piplup that he will be with him in the stands. Coming around back, the gang notices the practice tables and Ash and Dawn decide to make good use of them. Dawn asks Ash to call heads or tails, and she uses the Coin Flip application on her Pokétch. Ash calls heads and wins, allowing him to serve first. Getting into position, Ash reminds Dawn that Trainers always serve before starting the match. As the match continues, a young man walks by noticing the match. Dawn hits the ball pass Ash, who has Pikachu hit it back which catches Dawn off guard. Ambipom jumps up, hitting the ball with tremendous force surprising Ash and Pikachu. The ball hurdles out of bounds pass Ash, engulfed in flames and towards the young man. He effortlessly catches it and is very impressed by Ambipom's skill. Dawn and the others rush over, apologizing for the incident and asking if he was ok. The young man tells her he is fine, and comments how it's nice to see new teams entering the tournament. He then compliments Ambipom's reflexes and power thrusts. He assumes it to be from daily ping pong related training, only to find out that Dawn and Ambipom have only began playing Pokémon Ping Pong. He tells them how impressed he is, gives them some pointers and wishes them luck before continuing on his way. Brock notices that the young man is on a magazine he has, and brings attention to it.
Later in the tournament hall, the teams gather in preparation for the tournament. Ash, Pikachu, Dawn, Ambipom, Barry and his Empoleon arrive noticing the team lineups. Ash and Dawn notice that if they both win the first round, they would have to play against each other in the second. Dawn tells Ash she'll see him in round two, which causes Barry to boast about they would need to make it into the semi-finals to go up against him. Dawn accepts his challenge to meet him in the semi-finals, and then notices the young man before. She calls attention to his picture on the lineup board, where he is placed separately from everyone else and is bypassing the first round. Barry is shocked when Dawn refers to him as "that guy from before" and tells the gang that young man's true identity as last year's winner, O. He continues to tell them that O has the reputation of being the strongest player ever, and is always on the lookout for new talent and has earned a lot of respect for his global efforts to spread word on Pokémon Ping Pong. Ash comments on O sounding like a cool guy, and Barry tells him they are going beat "that cool guy" and show him who is the strongest. A whistle blows, calling attention to the announcer who informs the contestants it's time to begin. Meanwhile in the stands, a disguised James meets up with Brock. James begins to panic when he notices who it is, but his disguise fools Brock (as always) and they begin to talk. Brock asks James if he has a friend in the tournament, and James tells Brock that he has a friend (Jessie) who is just a beginner. James goes on to say that his heart is going "pitter pat," which Brock can relate to. They then take turns holding their hands on their hearts and chanting "pitter pitter pat pat." Seemingly becoming fast friends, Brock comments on their similarity and claims "great minds thinking alike." James response that they have the greatest, and the two embrace laughing boastfully much to Piplup's dismay and confusion.
Down on the tournament floor, the teams are gathered before the announcer and something with a tarp over it. The announcer pulls the tarp off, and announces that the winners of the competition will win solid gold ping pong balls. The announcer then continues to tell the teams about the second place prize, a year supply of special Pokémon food. Enviously eyeing the prizes, Meowth speaks about having gold fever. Jessie quickly pins Meowth down to stifle him, telling him he'll blow their cover if he's heard talking. The announcer tells the teams to get to their tables, and the tournaments begins. At their tables, the opponents size each other up and show their determination. Despite being nervous himself, Ash tells Dawn that they're there for fun. Dawn informs Ash that he's holding a fan instead of a paddle, and with his knees shaking Dawn tries to calm his nerves.
Meanwhile Jessie (or Jessilynlyn) and Meowth are set to face off against Haverson and his Marowak. The referee calls attention to Meowth holding a paddle, and reminds him that the rules prohibit it. Jessie tries to argue that Marowak has a bone, but is told that according to the rules this is allowed. Jessie claims the rules are unfair attempting to argue with the referee, but Meowth pulls her hair to get her into a huddle and talk. Meowth tells Jessie he doesn't need a paddle, and she tells the referee that a genius like her needs a handicap. The referee uses Coin Flip on his Pokétch, and Halverson wins first serve. He serves the ball, and Jessie tells Meowth to "slice and dice," which he responds to by using Fury Swipes on the ball slicing it into thirds. Since Meowth has used a move (and destroyed the ball), he and Jessie are instantly disqualified much to James' churning.
Elsewhere Ash and Pikachu face Wilkinson and his Farfetch'd. From the stand Brock comments on Wilkinson being a well known player of Pokémon Ping Pong. Ash serves and Farfetch'd hits it back to him, and he hits it to Wilkinson who hits to Pikachu who returns it to Farfetch'd. They go through this cycle several times until Ash and Wilkinson get into a heated rally with the ball. Wilkinson hits the ball pass Ash's head, and Pikachu saves with his tail. However Farfetch'd manages to hit the ball, and it bounces off the table and into Ash's jaw earning Team Wilkinson first point. Pikachu asks Ash if he's alright, and Ash reassures Pikachu he's fine. At Dawn's table the match between her, Ambipom and Team Scientist is well underway. Dawn and Ambipom are caught in a similar cycle to the one Ash and Team Wilkinson were in. Dawn plays hard as the ball is hit to Alakazam. Desperate to determine where the ball will come from, Dawn tries to read Alakazam's movement. She sees it lift its left hand, and tells Ambipom to go to the left. However Alakazam hits the ball to the right, soaring past Dawn and earning Team Scientist a point. Dawn learns from her mistake, and serves the ball. The ball goes towards Alakazam again, and it hits it with its right hand sending the ball past Dawn narrowly missing her head. Ambipom saves by using her tails, giving Dawn an idea of how to win. The ball goes toward Scientist who flinches, and the ball blunts off his paddle and to Ambipom. Ambipom hits the ball with similar force from earlier, setting it on fire and roaring pass Team Scientist earning a point. Dawn thanks Ambipom for the save, and she becomes focused and determined to win with Ambipom.
The matches continues with Ash having lost to Wilkinson, and Dawn prevailing over Scientist. Halverson goes on to win against a female Trainer and her Chikorita. Barry, having won his first round against a woman and her Grovyle, goes on to play and win against a Trainer and his Hitmontop in the second round. Outside of the arena Meowth tries to apologize to Jessie for losing them the match. Angry she scolds him, and voices her plan to steal the golden ping pong balls by force. She then orders Meowth to build a robot, but he tells her their bank account is empty and he can't do it. Aggravated Jessie storms off to join James in the stands, with Meowth following behind. Ash, depressed that he lost, joins Brock and Piplup. Brock consoles him, and Ash apologizes to Pikachu for them losing. However, despite feeling bad and that he let Pikachu down, Ash comments on how well Dawn is doing in the tournament. James informs them Halverson, who beat Jessilynlyn (he almost said Jessie) will face off against Dawn in the third round.
With the third round underway and ten points, Dawn and Ambipom fiercely go against Halverson and Marowak. O watches from the sidelines, still amazed at Dawn and Ambipom's skill given they are only beginners. The ball goes pass Dawn, and Ambipom saves before she hits the ground. Ambipom hits the ball with tremendous force, sending it towards Marowak. Marowak tries to use its bone to hit the ball back, but the force is too much for Marowak. The ball knocks the bone out of Marowak's hand, hitting out of bounds earning Dawn and Ambipom the winning point. From the stands Ash and the others watch, with Brock commenting on Dawn and Ambipom increasingly becoming better with each match. James however tells them it is Ambipom who is contributing the most to the wins. Behind James, Jessie who is still sulking over her lost and humiliation, reminisces on how she should have made Ambipom (who was still an Aipom) hers during the festival Contest. As Dawn and Ambipom rest, Barry and his Empoleon face O and his Shiftry. Barry comments on Dawn and Ambipom's success, and tells Empoleon that they will beat O then play against her. Barry's match with O begins, and Barry serves. O hits the ball to Empoleon who hits it above O's head. O ducks his head as Shiftry comes in for the save, and Shiftry sends the ball flying pass Barry and Empoleon. As Dawn sits in astonishment at Shiftry's technique, Ambipom shadow boxes in preparation for the next round. The match doesn't go much better for Barry and he is swiftly beaten by O. Barry obviously doesn't take the defeat well and leaves the group almost immediately afterward. Now O and Dawn are to play next in the semi-finals, and whoever wins will go on to face Theodore and his Gliscor in the final.
Dawn's match with O begins and she and Ambipom give it their all, however their teamwork is slipping against someone who has a lot more experience with Pokémon Ping Pong. This is indicated when Shiftry hits the ball, and Dawn and Ambipom collide trying to hit it back. O and Shiftry win the game, and Ash and Brock converse on Dawn and Ambipom's declining performance. Ash calls to Dawn to relax as the next game starts. O and Shiftry intimidate Dawn, and she tries to calm herself but is having trouble. Ambipom places her hand on Dawn's shoulder and reassures her with a motivational shadow boxing display. Dawn's confidence raises, and she is ready to continue the match. O serves, and the ball goes past Dawn. Luckily Ambipom saves, and the ball goes towards Shiftry who hits it to back to Dawn. Dawn swings and returns, but the force of the impact breaks her paddle. Taking advantage of the situation, O hits the ball, but Ambipom manages to hit it back. Ambipom faces off against both O and Shiftry using her tails, and holds her own very impressively. Ambipom evens the score up, gaining her and Dawn point after point. With tears in her eyes Dawn yells her support to encourage Ambipom. Ambipom hits the ball pass O and Shiftry, gaining the eleventh point and winning them the game. Dawn picks up another paddle and joins Ambipom again, filled with confidence and pride from Ambipom's efforts. O announces that he's going to win, and serves the ball.
Later Dawn sits anxiously outside the Pokémon Center's treatment room. Sadly she got knocked out of the tournament by O but the important matter at hand is that Ambipom got hospitalized from the intense match. Dawn sits outside the operating room listening to the TV, as it is announced that O and Shiftry beat Theodore and his Gliscor and won their second consecutive title. A melody plays as the treatment sign dims, and Nurse Joy exits with Chansey. Nurse Joy informs Dawn that Ambipom was exhausted, and that she has no real injuries reassuring Dawn there is nothing to worry about. Ambipom happily steps out of the room to great Dawn, who immediately apologizes for placing so much responsibility on her while she did nothing, and Ambopom forgives her. O walks into the room, calling out to Dawn and getting her attention. He tells her that he witnessed remarkable skill in his match with her and Ambipom and offers to train what could be one of the most powerful Pokémon Ping Pong players yet. Mistaken he means her, she tells him that she appreciates his offer but her focus is Pokémon Contests. O apologizes for the misunderstanding, and clarifies that its Ambipom he would like to train which surprises Dawn. O tells Ambipom that he is impressed with her abilities and, while making swing motions, tells her he wants to take her to the top of the Pokémon Ping Pong world. Ambipom jumps around swinging her tails in joy, as O tells Dawn he hopes she thinks about his offer. O leaves, and Dawn is left with a very tough decision.
Later that night Dawn bursts into Ash and Brock's bedroom in panic. Ash asks her what is the matter, and she tells them that she can't find Ambipom. They rush outside to begin searching, when a peculiar sound coming from behind the Center catches their attention. They investigate to find Ambipom playing with a ping pong ball against the wall. Relieved Dawn watches and speaks about how much fun Ambipom is having. Brock comments on never seeing Ambipom so inspired, and Ash adds on that Ambipom is clearly addicted to Pokémon Ping Pong. Dawn confesses that she is still unsure of what to do, and tells the others about O's offer. Dawn asks Ash what he would do...
We are then reminded of how Ash first met his Aipom when she stole his hat and how initially she was very mischievous and was always seeking attention from him. However after Ash captured Aipom and she followed him to Sinnoh the two developed a close bond and, after being traded to Dawn and evolving into Ambipom, eventually became a Contest champion...
Ash, having faced a similar choice more than once, tells Dawn that in the end it's what Ambipom wants to do that's important, and Brock tells her that there is a choice the Trainer has to make too between what a Pokémon wants, and what is best for them and that is part of a Trainer's responsibility. She thanks Brock, and knows what she has to do.
The next morning O prepares to leave and initially assumes that Dawn has turned down his offer until she approaches him. She tells him that she thought a lot about what he asked her, and she has decided the best thing to do is to let Ambipom decide what she wants to do. Dawn looks at Ambipom and asks her what she wants to do, continue in Contests with Dawn or take up Pokémon Ping Pong full-time. She then holds out Ambipom's Poké Ball in a Ball Capsule and a ping pong ball in either hand asking her to choose. Ambipom grabs the ping pong ball, which makes Dawn a little sad. However, Ambipom then grabs the Poké Ball, and then Dawn's hat and finally Ash's and begins juggling them joyfully. Ash asks Ambipom if she has figured out what she's going to do, and she put their hats back in place, examining the ping pong ball and her Poké Ball. Ambipom has a tough time deciding as she loves Contests, battles, and ping pong equally, but with Dawn's support she hands her back the Poké Ball. Knowing she wants to play Pokémon Ping Pong, Dawn asks O to take good care of Ambipom. O promises and Ambipom joins O at his side. Pikachu and Piplup wish their friend goodbye, and Ambipom gives them a thumbs up with her tail. O tells Dawn that his Pokémon Ping Pong training center is located in Vermilion City in Kanto, meaning they can visit anytime much to everyone's joy. Dawn tells Ambipom to stay well and get strong, and Ash wishes his Pokémon good luck. Ambipom grabs her Trainers hands fondly and bids them goodbye.
Soon, O and Ambipom are leaving. Ash, Dawn and the others wave Ambipom goodbye and she waves back as she leaves for her new future as a Pokémon Ping Pong Champion.
Major events
- Ash, Dawn, Barry and Jessie enter the Pokémon Ping Pong Tournament and all end up being defeated.
- Barry leaves the group.
- Ambipom leaves with O for training to become a Ping Pong champion.
- For a list of all major events in the anime, please see the timeline of events.
Pokémon debuts
- Ash
- Dawn
- Brock
- Jessie
- James
- Nurse Joy
- Barry
- Max (flashback)
- Halverson
- Theodore
- Wilkinson
- Scientist
- Tournament participants
- Referees
- Audience
- Pikachu (Ash's)
- Meowth (Team Rocket)
- Piplup (Dawn's)
- Wobbuffet (Jessie's; flashback)
- Aipom (Ash's; flashback)
- Ambipom (Dawn's; given to O for training)
- Empoleon (Barry's)
- Shiftry (O's)
- Chansey (Nurse Joy's)
- Marowak (Halverson's)
- Farfetch'd (Wilkinson's)
- Gliscor (Theodore's)
- Alakazam (Scientist's)
- Chikorita
- Hitmontop
- Grovyle
- Machamp
- Hariyama
- Whismur
- Shuckle
- Azumarill
- Wooper
- Venonat
- Machop
- Shinx
- Cloyster
- Aipom (multiple; flashback)
- Professor Oak's Pokémon lecture: Happiny
- An instrumental version of A Small Thing is used as background music.
- The ending animation receives a minor change in this episode, as the Pikachu-colored Pichu is now surrounded by sparkles when it first appears similar to the games when a Shiny Pokémon enters a battle.
- The dub title is based on a well-known quote To Thine Own Self Be True, from William Shakespeare's Hamlet.
- As Dawn is waiting in the hall of the Pokémon center, the Generation I healing music is heard before Nurse Joy exits the operation room.
- This episode shares some similarities with The Punchy Pokémon:
- A main character participates in a special Contest, using a primate-based Pokémon.
- The main character ends up giving his/her Pokémon that participated the Contest to be trained for another participant of the Contest.
- This episode aired in Japan in April 2009, which was the same time that Yokohama, Japan was hosting the World Table Tennis Championships.
- Furthermore, O's Pokémon Ping-Pong school is located in Vermilion City, the city that is modeled after Yokohama.
- During the match between Dawn and Halverson, the end of Marowak's bone is colored brown instead of white.
- During the match between Dawn and Halverson the score board states Halverson is winning the games 10-9 over Dawn, however when Dawn wins just one rally she also wins the game which is impossible due to a person only scoring one point at a time.
- In O's match against Dawn, in one scene, O was winning 10-6, but when Dawn breaks her paddle, O was winning 9-7.
Dub edits
In other languages
|Mandarin Chinese
|Buď upřímný ke svému Pokémonovi
|Vær tro mod din Pokémon!
|Wees Eerlijk tegen je Eigen Pokémon!
|Pokémonisi oman tiensä löytäköön!
|Pokémon Tischtennis!
|Un talento innato!
|Vær tro mot dine Pokémon!
|Najtrudniejsza decyzja
|A Escolha Certa!
|Sejam Fiéis aos Vossos Pokémon!
|O Prietenie Adevărată
|Мастер пинг-понга!
|Latin America
|¡Sé Honesto Con Tu Pokémon!
|¡Sé Fiel a tu Propio Pokémon!
|Var trogen din egen Pokémon!
|This episode article is part of Project Anime, a Bulbapedia project that covers all aspects of the Pokémon anime.
- Diamond & Pearl series episodes
- Episodes written by Junki Takegami
- Episodes storyboarded and directed by Yūji Asada
- Episodes storyboarded by Yūji Asada
- Episodes directed by Yūji Asada
- Episodes animated by Masaaki Iwane
- Episodes in which a main character releases or gives away a Pokémon
- Episodes focusing on Dawn
- Episodes focusing on Barry


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Honestly, that is a pretty apt slice of life to apply to the larger picture of how things go for me: run in circles —> attempt to hide from children —> pratfall —> found by child —> homework —> screaming.
Mixed in with the spin cycle of day to day existence have been a couple of things of note. One of them was an IEP meeting today, which was pretty monumental. I think I'll save that story for tomorrow.
Today, I'll tell you about yesterday. Yesterday was awesome. Jess from A Diary of a Mom and her family were in town because Jess knows people. Like, White House people. She goes to the White House now and again and tells the folks what's up. I'm really grateful that she does. She's smart and thoughtful and has a way of representing a lot of diverse voices and ideas while still staying true to her message—which is helping people with autism.
If I were to go to the White House to talk to anyone about autism, it would be like this: security gaffe —> awkward silence —> me trying to sound intelligent but actually sounding like what would happen if Beavis accidentally wandered into the seat of government —> some nodding and inappropriate giggling —> pratfall/injury during exit —> sobbing in my car.
Anywho. Jess and her family came to town for a quick visit and Sunday of Adventures in Extreme Parenthood came to my house and then we drove into DC to hang out with the Diary gang.
Sunday and I were both a little bit surprised that we managed to drive all the way into DC and back together without any major snafus because, come on...it's us. The worst thing that happened was that I parked about an inch away from the car next to me in the tiny parking garage, so Sunday had to shimmy out of the wrong door. Sorry, Sunday.
I have to throw some props at the Elephant & Castle, the place we had lunch. Jess called and asked if they could help accommodate her family, including her beautiful girl with autism who has trouble with crowds. They put us in a scheduled-to-be-closed private room in the back all by ourselves. Nicely done, E&C. I'll be back.
Speaking of that beautiful girl, Brooke, and her also beautiful sister, Katie (seriously, Jess and her husband make gorgeous kids), we had quite a lovely time with those little charmers. Katie in particular was very welcoming to our other lunch guest.
You may also notice the phrase "Stimey the verb" there. Much as I would have liked to have cropped that out of the photo never to think about it again, it didn't work out for me. See, in that household, when you puke, you have just Stimeyed. Yep. I'm a verb. And not the good kind.
I mean, it's not that it's totally unwarranted. I regularly get emails and messages from people telling me their own regurgitation stories—and those of strangers. It's kind of a theme here in Stimeyland. And there is one particularly dramatic incident etched in Jess' mind, so I will take my metamorphosis into a verb and wear it with pride.
Frankly, how many of YOU are verbs?
Yeah. That's what I thought.
It was such a great afternoon. I even roped Sunday into agreeing to participate in a race that I'm going to run in October. I'll tell you about that soon too. We think Luau (Mr. Jess) should do it too. Although he might/would kick our asses.
So that's what I have for you from yesterday. I've had a lot of scrambling around trying to get my act together lately, so it was really nice to just chill out with some really nice, funny, relaxing people. I want to hang out with these people more often, that is for sure.


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House of Cues: Reinforcing behaviors for pets
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I barely touch the coffee pot and Lucy is instantly at my side, running quickly from where ever she was in a three-story home. She is excited and expectant. I could be making coffee at 6 a.m., 8 a.m., noon or in the evening. The time of day does not matter, simply the most miniscule of noises associated with making coffee. Why? When she was a puppy almost 13 years ago, I had a habit of making coffee in the morning and then giving her a treat right after. My habits changed shortly after that and for 12 years the dogs get their breakfast in the morning, before I make coffee and with no treats following coffee. Yet, she still responds to the slightest sound, even after 12 years of no reinforcement.
A fabulous exercise to do in understanding your dog is to notice how they respond to the slightest of cues in your daily routine: the rattle of car keys, the sound of your car coming up the road and into the driveway, picking up the leash, putting on your running or ski clothing. My dogs can tell the difference between cross country ski clothing, in which case they will be participating in the upcoming activity and dance with joy, as opposed to downhill ski clothing in which case they will be left at home and they respond with going back to bed (or not even getting out of bed!).
This is such a great example of how dogs learn. A "cue" that is immediately followed by the same outcome repetitively will result in the same actions from your dog. After time, your dog will respond to this cue regardless of the outcome. As you watch this in action with your dog, notice which cues get the fastest and most motivated response: those that have a good outcome for your dog! This is another example of the power of positive reinforcement. Dogs will be motivated to do something that has a good outcome for them such as food, games or fun adventures.
Being aware of cues that have a bad outcome for your dog is also important. Many dogs suffer from separation anxiety. Their anxiety starts to build the instant they see their human reach for a coat or the car keys, or they know their human's schedule and will start stressing before it is even time to leave. Treating separation anxiety takes time, skill, patience and a multi-faceted approach. Picking apart all of the cues that a dog has associated with their human leaving is part of the training.
So take the time to notice how your dog responds to your "house of cues." You will gain a clearer understanding of how your dog learns as well as deepen your communication with your canine companion.
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