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St. Olaf Italy Pilgrimage
Day 10, November 15, 2017
We left the hotel at 630 so that we could clear security and get premo spots at the papal audience. The good news is that we got spots front and center. The bad news is others were agressively trying to horn in. We watched groups arriving in national costumes, in wedding dresses and tuxes, and carrying group banners and flags. People in wheelchairs were positioned along the main aisle. The swiss guard were there as ushers and to provide local color.
After hours of waiting the Pope mobile appeared on the scene and the crowd started cheering. There was great excitement as the Pope mobile started going up and down aisles that had been sectioned off around and through the crowd. Everyone was snapping photos. Security guards took babies to the Pope and he blessed and kissed them.
Then there was the formal portion. We started with a prayer and then a gospel was read in seven languages. The Pope deliver his remarks in Italian and they were translated in the same languages. Then, after praying the Lord's Prayer together in Latin, the Pope blessed the pilgrims (and any religious items) and extended his blessing through us to our family and communities. You have been blessed by the pope! It ended and the massive crowds were dispersed back through checkpoints.
After a break for lunch and shopping, we went to the catacombs of Domilla. Rome is built on a foundation of lava rock, which both solid and easy to excavate. These were the graves of Christians martyred in the various persecutions of Rome. Most remains have been removed and are interred at the Church of All Saints when they converted the Pantheon to a Catholic Church. Burial in underground complex provided secrecy for the persecuted christians. We wandered the maze of tunnels and caverns that were also meeting and worship spaces. It was also a place of hope because of their unflinching belief in resurrection. We celebrated the votive Mass of the martyrs crowded around a stone altar in one of the underground caverns. It was a moving experience to be in the place associated with the Christian martyrs.
Our final stops, of the day and of the pilgrimage were the Coliseum and Trevi Fountain.
Caio Roma!
Day 10, November 15, 2017 Rome
St. Olaf Italy Pilgrimage


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I am a graduate of The Ohio State University and I watched in horror when our campus was attacked Monday morning. I walked those grounds for years; sometimes going to class, at others to a lady's dorm room hoping for a kiss. This was personal. I just knew the attacker would be a white male and yet it was a Somali immigrant, a Muslim. That discovery made this piece harder to write. The Trump crowd will welcome this as a validation for their xenophobia and anti-Muslim crusade; that makes me uncomfortable. The reality is Islamic terrorists do pose some threat to us. It is also true that America has done quite a bit to create terror by its actions and at times, inaction. The OSU attacker expressed some of those grievances and the question we face in this age of Trump is whether we can be empathetic to a Muslim and hear him out.
The suffering of Muslims in Myanmar apparently pushed the attacker, Abdul Razak Ali Artan, over the edge. With support from the United States, drug lords turned Myanmar's corner of the world into the largest opium producer by the 1970's. Since at least 2012, the military government in Myanmar has refused to acknowledge Muslims as citizens. Waves of religious violence forced hundreds of thousands of them into overcrowded camps where they are denied basic freedoms and have little access to food or healthcare. Some see these conditions as tantamount to genocide. Many Muslims have fled the country, becoming easy targets for human traffickers.
According to Amnesty International, the government continues to uphold restrictions which are blocking humanitarian aid from reaching those impacted. A new democratically-elected government is in place now but nothing has changed and the military still wields great power. The U.S. had been aiming economic sanctions at key individuals and companies in Myanmar which supported the brutal military regime in an effort to curb some of the abuses. The Obama administration recently lifted them, effectively removing any leverage we had to stop the human rights abuses in the country and allowing the corrupt elements there to enrich themselves even more. By lifting sanctions which targeted the brutal military power structure and other shady characters in Myanmar, the U.S. has effectively turned a blind eye to the suffering of Muslims there.
In a Facebook post, Artan said that he was "sick and tired"of seeing Muslims "killed and tortured." He also expressed concern over the role the U.S. plays in international affairs, especially as it pertains to Muslims. Artan is a Muslim and he expressed grievances over the suffering of Muslims. Are we able to sympathize? People are starving while subject to rape and murder. Is it harder to care because they are Muslims? No one will dare justify Artan's actions but the question is, would we have paid attention otherwise? As a country we will have to decide what suffering is worthy of our sympathy and concern. We were told that the brutality of Saddam Hussein (a longtime U.S. ally) justified invading Iraq. Does the suffering of Muslims in Myanmar warrant such an invasion also? I think we know the answer.


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Crazy Arlen Hannibalized
So I was driving home from work with the better half and we had some RIGHT-WING RADIO playing. Apparently there was some skirmish between Crazy Arlen and some chick and Crazy Arlen told her to "act like a lady." Here we go.
Uhhh… OK, here we go for real:
Now, after hearing Crazy Arlen the better half said the following:
"Doesn't he sound like that guy from Hannibal?"
Mason Verger — the guy in the wheelchair? Hmmm. You know what, I think he does.
Holy crap she's right, although Crazy Arlen does have more of a marbles-in-the-mouth sound. Close enough for me.


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John G. Van Slambrouck
Miller Canfield
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Named as one of the top 100 estate planning attorneys in the country by Worth magazine in 2005, John G. Van Slambrouck takes a personal interest in each of his clients. For more than 20 years he has been helping clients minimize taxes, increase income, avoid probate and create estate plans that meet their personal estate planning goals and objectives. John also represents trustees and personal representatives by efficiently and cost-effectively guiding them through the legal requirements of trusts and estate administration. He also represents clients in will and trust litigation and assists families with guardianship and conservatorship matters.
Notable Cases and Results:
John assisted a family with a significant net worth that wanted to make gifts to their children totaling several million dollars. The problem was that the clients had already used their gift tax credit, which meant that the desired gift would cost the clients millions in taxes. After some creative thinking, John was able to come up with a plan that allowed his clients to transfer several million dollars worth of stock to their children tax free.
Bar Admissions:
U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan
Law School:
Thomas M. Cooley Law School, J.D., 1981
Law School Honors/Involvement:
Editor, Law Note Section, Michigan Bar Journal
Undergraduate School:
Western Michigan University, B.A.
Bar/Professional Association Involvement:
American Bar Association, Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Section
State Bar of Michigan, Probate and Estate Planning Section
Kalamazoo County Bar Association
Past Chairman, Probate Practice Committee
Past Member, Legislative Committee
Past Chairman, Professional Responsibility Committee
Western Michigan Planned Giving Group
National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys
West Michigan Estate Planning Council
Awards; Honors; Distinctions:
Leading Lawyers, 2013-present
Top 100 Attorneys in the U.S., Worth Magazine 2005
Best Lawyers in America, Trusts and Estates 2010-2011; Family Law, Litigation-Trusts & Estates and Trusts and Estates 2012-present
Community Involvement:
Park Club, Board of Directors 2012
Western Michigan University Foundation, Past Member
YMCA Youth Basketball, Coach
Teen Heart, Board of Directors
Kalamazoo Regional Chamber of Commerce, Leadership Kalamazoo 1998
Milwood Little League Baseball, Coach
The Navigators, Member
National Ski Patrol, Former Member
Third Reformed Church
Former Board Member
Chairman Endowment Committee
Kalamazoo Christian School Association, Former Secretary Board of Directors
Kalamazoo Christian School Foundation
Board of Directors 2002-present
Board President 2003-2006
Finance Committee Chair 2009-2010
South Christian Grade School, Former President Board of Directors
Published Legal Writing:
"Have Your Cake and Eat it Too! Family Limited Partnerships Reduce Tax Liability, Preserve Control over Assets," Hot Points, November 1996
Legal Lectures:
Frequent lecturer on various estate and gift tax planning matters and frequent commentator for the Michigan State Bar Association continuing legal education.
"Estate Planning Strategies for Avoiding Probate, Eliminating Estate Taxes, and Maximizing Charitable Giving," Presented to donors and members of 16 various nonprofit organizations, November 8, 1997
"Estate Planning," Consumer's Credit Union, South Haven, Michigan, November 17, 1997
"Tax Payer Relief Act of 1997," Institute for Continuing Legal Education, November 12, 1997
"Understanding Estate Planning and Charitable Giving," Third Reformed Church of Kalamazoo, January 14, 1995
"Understanding Estate Planning and Living Trusts," John Hancock Financial Services, Kalamazoo, Michigan, January 10, 1995
"Estate and Gift Tax Planning," Lion's Club Cabinet Meeting, October 30, 1994
"Accessing Legal Services," Regional Conference on Guardianship, Conservatorship, and Related Issues, Western Michigan University, October 28, 1994
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How to Draw Dean Hardscrabble, Hardscrabble from Monsters University
Now I'm not quite sure what type of monster Dean Hardscrabble supposed to be because even though she looks like a dragon, her lower body says otherwise. Here is "how to draw Dean Hardscrabble", step by step. The more characters I do from Monsters University the more it reminds me of 'Old School'. For those of you that watched that movie before you should know that there was a Dean that was also very stern and vindictive. I don't know if Hardscrabble is like that, but I'm assuming she is because of her still stern image. Her full name is actually Dr. Abigail Hardscrabble, but in this case we will call her either Dean Hardscrabble or just Hardscrabble. Either way drawing her will be fun because after all, she does look like some sort of dragon. Ta ta folks and enjoy.....
Step 1
Let's start this first step like we would when we begin drawing a dragon. Make the shapes for the head and torso, then draw the outlining for the large wings. Draw a neck line, and then facial guidelines.
Step 2
Next, draw the structure of the head which is shaped like a skull. Add some frill spikes that crown the back part of the head, then proceed to step three.
Step 3
Next, draw in her face starting with the round eyes. Her face sort of reminds me of Susan Sarandon because of the eyes. Draw the lids half way closed, then add the eyebrows as well as the mouth and smaller spikes along the forehead. Also sketch in some under eye detailing in the form of creases or wrinkled skin.
Step 4
Draw in the Dean's long neck, then draw the frilly like collar that forms a V line.
Step 5
You are almost done with this lesson folks. You will now need to draw the shoulders, and arms which are crossing over one another. Add the buttons down her blazer style jacket, then move to step six.
Step 6
Draw out the dragon or bat style wings like so, then add detailing to them so they look like they are partially extended.
Step 7
For the last drawing step all that needs to be done is the completion of the wings. Do this by drawing the bottom part of the wings, then add the skin tissue for texture. Erase all the mistakes if you made any as well as the guidelines.
Step 8
Here is Dean Hardscrabble when you are all done. Now just color her in and be on your way.
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What is Swimmer's Shoulder?
Swimming – whether for recreation, for exercise, or as part of an organized team – is well known as a low impact, excellent source of activity. While swimming has many benefits for both cardiovascular health and strengthening of multiple muscle groups, it is not without risks.
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Swimming is a fun, recreational activity that can also be an effective workout. Even if you are a non-swimmer, you can still enjoy and benefit from exercise in the water. And if you are already a swimmer, why not take it to the next level?
Swimming 101: Having Fun & Staying Safe in the Water
Having spent many years as a competitive swimmer and lakefront lifeguard, I feel more at home in water than on dry land! So I want to cover the topic "Swimming 101," or how to have fun, boost your fitness and stay safe in the water.
How Swimming Can Help Improve Your Health
Swimming continues to grow in popularity as one of the aerobic exercises of choice. With as little as 2.5 hours of swimming a week you can significantly decrease your risk of chronic illnesses. (more…)
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Triathlons take more time to train for with needing to work on three different disciplines in the sport. It may seem overwhelming and like you don't have enough time. It can be mind boggling thinking about how to actually fit it all in your weekly schedule. Planning ahead and setting goals are key, but also incorporating a few training techniques into your weekly workouts will help enhance your workout and help you feel ready for race day.
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You may think of an athletic trainer as the person at the end of the bench who comes running to the aid of an injured player. While you'd be right, you would be only partially right. Certified athletic trainers are members of a health care team who work with physicians, physical therapists and others to help prevent, recognize, assess, and rehabilitate injuries no matter where they occur. Athletic trainers are everywhere from the field, in the back yard and on the dance floor or stage. (more…)
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Childhood obesity is a rising epidemic and a valid concern for many parents. With the surge in all things electronic from televisions, computers, video games, and hand held devices, we have populations of children being sedentary rather than up, moving, playing, and active. As the economy puts stress on single, as well as two-parent, households the trend in meals has been on things fast, easy, and affordable which unfortunately does not often equate to healthy or nutrient dense. Here are some eye opening facts on childhood obesity taken directly from an article by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (more…)
The Many Benefits of Swimming
With the Olympics upon us, I am very excited to watch as some of the world's premier athletes compete to win for their country. I am always in awe when watching the swimmers and how their lean and muscular bodies seem to glide through the water so effortlessly. You can tell that they are in great shape both on the outside and inside. For many years, I have been advising patients to try swimming or to perform some water aerobics as a form of exercise. I have always heard how good it is for individuals who may not tolerate pounding on the pavement due to joint pain or arthritis. (more…)


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Q. I often see standpipes with "Siamese connections" outside of buildings. Why do some of them have spikes on top?
A. To stop you from sitting on them or placing things on them, of course. Or to use more political language: to prevent loitering. Spikes of all kinds have a history of deployment against the homeless, in particular. And although it's unlikely, someone sitting on a Siamese connection could damage the system, potentially causing serious problems should a fire occur.
Officially known as fire department connections and more casually called couplers, Siamese connections are so named because, like the conjoined twins Chang and Eng Bunker, they have two heads. During a fire, firefighters can connect a hose from a nearby hydrant to one or both couplers, boosting pressure and providing additional water to systems inside the building.
A 2009 city law governs the color-coding of a Siamese connection. If it is painted green, it connects to the building's automatic sprinkler system; red indicates it connects to the building's standpipe system, the vertical pipes in stairwells from which firefighters inside the building can draw water. Yellow indicates a connection to a combination sprinkler and standpipe system.
Siamese connections first gained traction in the 1870s, but it probably wasn't until after World War II that spikes began appearing, said Glenn Corbett, an associate professor of fire science at John Jay College.
Spikes are not sold with the connection itself; they have to be retrofitted, which is why you see such a variety of them. And in case you want to complain, just know that this particular use of spikes is not prohibited by the city's building code, said Andrew Rudansky, a spokesman for the New York City Department of Buildings.
Siamese connections made headlines in 2007, after a fire at the condemned former Deutsche Bank building in Lower Manhattan claimed the lives of two firefighters and injured 100 people. The contractor overseeing the demolition had cut off the standpipe connection, forcing firefighters to carry hoses from street level up several flights of stairs.
Standpipe connections can also be cut off when the caps on the couplers' exteriors are removed by collectors, resellers, or — you guessed it, bored loiterers — not by firefighters in need of a hose connect. This can lead to dangerous blockages.
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DescriptionSeeing is believing. And the gorgeous Chalet Maria Schnee is a sight to behold. Set in a prime position in the Austrian resort of St. Anton, this luxury ski chalet is perfect for family groups seeking an indulgent treat.
If you thought that Tyrolean decor was twee, then Chalet Maria Schnee will open your eyes to the sophisticated side of alpine crafts. Charming and super-cool at the same time, the chalet is furnished with unique pieces such as finely carved doors, and a huge tree trunk which serves as a coffee table. The patina of antique wood forms the perfect backdrop to modern pieces of art and furniture. Alpine style has never looked so good.
Even better, this classy ski chalet comes with five star service, provided by a team of dedicated professional staff. Relax in the spacious open plan living area, in front of the log fire, as drinks are served and a mouth-watering dinner is prepared by your private chef. Discuss snow conditions with your ski guide and ask the concierge to book lunch at the best mountain restaurants. Savour the feeling of being in the lap of luxury as you take in the magnificent views.
With excellent skiing and world-famous après-ski, St. Anton is a great place to stay. Chalet Maria Schnee is just a few minutes walk from the Nasserein lift, but if you want to get across town, there is a driver to whisk you there in style. Spread over the four floors, Chalet Maria Schnee has 550sqm of space, giving everyone room to spread out. And daily visits from the housekeeper mean no worries about tidiness.
Feel those aches and pains melt away in the sauna and hammam whilst the children have fun in the playroom. After dinner, you can doze on the sofas, watching a favourite film. In fact, this luxury chalet is so lovely that you may secretly enjoy bad weather days when you are forced to stay in the comfort of your luxury alpine lair.
What's IncludedPlease call +44 (0)203 432 7784 for rates and the latest availability.
Rates include:
Firefly pre-arrival concierge service
Champagne reception
Cooked and continental breakfast (7 days)
Afternoon tea (6 days)
Pre-dinner canapés and champagne (6 nights)
4-course dinner with wine (6 nights)
Children's early dinner (6 nights)
Beer, soft drinks and drinks tray (3 bottles of house spirits)
Daily housekeeping
Evening turndown service (6 nights)
Mid-week towel change
Bathrobes, slippers and toiletries
Lift pass delivery service
In-resort driver service (8am - 1am)
Complimentary ski instructor (first 2 days)
In-resort concierge service
This luxury ski chalet can also be taken on a bed and breakfast or self-catered basis.
RoomsChalet Maria Schnee sleeps up to 15 people in 7 bedrooms over 4 floors.
Bedroom one
Master double bedroom on the top floor; en-suite bathroom with separate shower, dressing area, access to balcony.
Bedroom two
Double/twin bedroom on the top floor; en-suite bathroom.
Bedroom three
Double/twin bedroom on the top floor; private bathroom and separate WC.
Bedroom four
Quad bunkroom on the top floor to sleep four; private shower room.
Bedroom five
Double bedroom on the ground floor accessed via the kitchen; en-suite bathroom.
Bedroom six
Double/twin bedroom on the upper ground floor; en-suite bathroom.
Bedroom seven
Single bedroom on the lower ground floor; en-suite bathroom and separate WC.
EatingWith a private chef at your disposal, it's like dining at your favourite breakfast bar, tearoom and gourmet restaurant every day. Just sit back and relax whilst the chalet staff ease you gently into the morning with a nutritious breakfast, and then clear up afterwards. All you have to think about is your day out on the slopes.
In the afternoons a delicious spread of teatime snacks will be waiting for you, tempting you to over-indulge. If you have children who like to eat an early dinner, the chef can make them a separate meal, just the way they like it. Chalet Maria Schnee even has a second dining table in the kitchen which is perfect for kid's teas.
Later, at the cocktail hour, refreshing drinks and canapés are served as wonderful aromas waft out through the big oak sliding doors to the kitchen. Fresh local ingredients are used to create gourmet dishes. This three course meal is served at the beautiful 12-seater dining table, followed by a cheese board.
The menus can be tailored to suit your tastes, or to accommodate dietary requirements – just let us know your needs in advance. On one night a week the staff have the day off, meaning that you have the choice of dining out in St. Anton's finest restaurants, or, staying in, perhaps eating pizza in front of the TV. Your concierge will be happy to make restaurant reservations for you and advise on the best places to eat out.
A complimentary champagne reception is served on your arrival and a selection of hand-picked house wines are served with the evening meal. The chalet also has a supply of spirits, mixers, beers and soft drinks available. If you have any special requests such as a favourite tipple, we can have it stocked, at an additional cost.
This luxury ski chalet can also be taken on a self-catered or bed and breakfast basis.
ReviewsOne of the 'Top 10 Alpine Idylls' - Country Life Magazine
KidsIt may be hard to keep track of your little ones in Chalet Maria Schnee when there is so much room to explore. However, the chances are you will find them in the spacious playroom, which can also be set up as a cinema room for re-runs of all their favourite TV shows.
Easy access to the slopes, a chauffeur service to pick the kids up from their ski lessons and a private chef to feed their growing appetites. What more could you ask from a family holiday? And don't forget that St. Anton offers lots of non-skiing activities too, from the state-of-the-art sports centre to exciting toboggan runs.
Cots and high chairs are available on request, and the chalet staff can make arrangements for private nannies or babysitters to look after your little ones.


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MINI36.05 - Computer Vision Tool and Technician as First Reader of Lung Cancer Screening CT (ID 1702)
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The recommendation by the US Preventive Services Task Force to screen high-risk smokers with low-dose computed tomography (LDCT) and the recent decision by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to fund LDCT screening under the Medicare program mean that LDCT screening will be implemented at the population level in the US and likely in other countries. With the large volume of scans that will be generated, accurate and efficient interpretation of LDCT images is key to providing a cost-effective implementation of LDCT screening to the large at risk population. Objective To evaluate an alternative workflow to identify and triage abnormal LDCT scans in which a technician assisted by Computer Vision (CV) software acts as first reader with the aim to reduce workload, improve speed, consistency and quality of interpretation of screening LDCT scans.
A test dataset of baseline Pan-Canadian Early Detection of Lung Cancer Study LDCT scans (New Engl J Med. 2013;369:908-17) was used. This included: 136 scans with lung cancers, 556 scans with benign nodules and 136 scans without nodules. The scans were randomly assigned for analysis by the CV software (CIRRUS Lung Screening, Diagnostic Imaging Analysis Group, Nijmegen, The Netherlands). The annotated scans were then reviewed by a technician without knowledge of the diagnosis. The scans were classified by the technician as either normal (no nodules or benign nodules only, potentially not requiring radiologist review) or abnormal (suspicious of malignancy or other abnormality requiring radiologist review). The results were compared with the Pan-Can Study radiologists. Nodules found by CIRRUS but not by the radiologist were reviewed by a subspecialty trained chest radiologist with 14 years experience in lung cancer screening (JM).
The overall sensitivity and specificity of the technician to identify an abnormal scan were: 97.7% (95% CI: 96.3 - 98.7) and 98.0% (95% CI: 89.5 - 99.7) respectively. The technician correctly identified all the scans with malignant nodules. The time taken by the technician to read a scan was 208±120 sec.
A technician assisted by CV software can categorize accurately abnormal scans for review by a radiologist. Pre-screening by a technician and CV software is a promising strategy for reducing workload, improving the speed, consistency and quality of scan interpretation of screening chest CTs. Supported by the Terry Fox Research Institute, The Canadian Partnership Against Cancer and the BC Cancer Foundation on behalf of the Pan-Canadian Early Detection of Lung Cancer Study Group.
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Cargo control system maker Kinedyne LLC noted that many of its latest products are going to be particularly well-tuned to dealing with the demands of e-commerce, according to Paul Wolford, the company's vice president of sales and marketing.
"E-commerce is changing the way shippers move their goods and the delivery speed expectations of both consumers and commercial customers – and that's creating new cargo challenges," he explained during a press event at the North American Commercial Vehicle (NACV) show this week.
"In the beginning, e-commerce had the greatest disruptive effect on end-of-the-line, also known as 'final-mile' or 'last-mile' delivery activities," Wolford added. "But now companies throughout the supply chain are looking for ways to minimize transportation costs for cargo as it moves more swiftly throughout multiple transportation modes."
To that end, Kinedyne is bringing cargo control systems used extensively in Europe to North America as the firm feels those products will help supply chains optimize the "speed, cost, and efficiency" of controlling cargo as it transitions from its "original state" – as a raw commodity – to a" high-density" state in distribution centers and warehouses before finally reaching a "low-density" state as goods are delivered through the last mile to businesses and consumers.
Those cargo control offerings include:
- A load-rated curtain-side system: This curtain-wall system with a reinforced structural profile turns a lighter-weight flatbed trailer into one with dry van cargo-carrying capabilities. The system is suitable for trailers up to 53 ft. in length, Wolford noted, and allows for rapid access to cargo space on both ends within mere seconds. It can handle palletized cargo, double-decking, rack-mounted goods and the transport of beverages. The 30,000-lb. load rated curtain walls also provide a high degree of securement force, he added.
- Double-decking system for curtain-side applications: This enables users to optimize the cargo capacity of the load-rated curtain-side system, with configurations supporting between 13,000 and 24,000 lbs. on their second loading levels.
- Fast-access curtain-side systems for straight trucks: This particular curtain-side system is specially designed for fast and repetitive city distribution and short truck bodies of up to 28 ft. Kinedyne said. The cargo space can be swiftly opened, accessed from both sides and closed again within seconds and can be combined with a sliding roof and rear doors, creating a totally open cargo access environment.
- Quick-release curtain-side system for standard and tapered bodies: This flexible quick-release latching system is particularly well suited for truck bodies that are tapered at their top, noted Kinedyne. Skewed body construction often occurs when unique cargo must be accommodated, such as beverage and glass truck applications. This ergonomic system replaces cumbersome buckle closures and heavy roll-up doors that require stretching and straining to close.
- Patented ultra-smooth sliding roof system: It features patented folding plates that can be paired with an extended range of aluminum rails or combined with other curtain-style rapid-access products. The sliding roof makes the loading and unloading of long cargo easier, allowing for the use of over-head cranes. Users can choose between a traditional rear-to-front sliding roof or a sliding roof that opens and closes at both ends. Special patented security accessories are also available, the company said.
Kinedyne noted that all of its curtain-side and retractable roofs are equipped with patented roller technology that makes opening and closing them faster, safer, and less ergonomically challenging.
The three-roller design includes a steel horizontal roller that ensures effortless sliding and prevents the curtain from binding even when being briskly opened and closed, it said.
Wolford added that Kinedyne tapped the resources of its sister company, Wistra Cargo Control, and one of its European suppliers, Versus-Omega, to develop and then bring some of those systems – especially the load-rated curtain-side system – to North America..
"Popular in Europe, load-rated curtains become part of a vehicle's overall load securement system; saving time, weight and fuel, while providing sideways restraint to otherwise fully secured loads up to the curtain's stated rating," he explained.
"Our rated curtains will display their load rating as either allowable weight per pallet width, allowable weight per pallet space or total payload of evenly distributed pallets across the entire deck space," Wolford added. "Forward and rear cargo restraint must still be provided by headboards, tailboards and other traditional load securement methods."


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Congressmen, Senators and White House staff are are lectured by CIA on how to approach Trump to avoid unnecessary cause of action.
-We don't want a situation where things escalates because the coffee was too hot. We can't afford going to war because some smuck gave him the finger, says CIA anti terrorist expert John McPeace.
-Right now the biggest treat to America is the clown in the White House and we want to make him happy and make sure he stays happy.
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Hands-On with the new Bremont collection from Townhouse 2018
With Bremont Co-Founder Giles English at NYC Townhouse 2018
Last week, Bremont introduced their 2018 Collection at the London Townhouse – a strategy which proved to be so popular with fans and friends of the brand, that Bremont has brought the Townhouse to New York City, where we'll have our chance to go hands on with the new collection. Here's a recap of the watches we look forward to seeing and supplementing with videos and photos.
Now in its second edition, the Bremont Townhouse launch event is quickly becoming one of our most anticipated weeks of the year. If you'll remember, last year's inaugural edition of the Townhouse gave us a simplified ALT1-P2 chronograph, introduced the 40mm Airco Mach 1 and Mach 2 pilot watches, and showcased a new Supermarine – the S300 dive watch, built around a new 40mm stainless steel Trip Tick case. Both the Airco and the S300 were the end result of Bremont fans asking for a wider range of sizes – options which proved to be quite popular throughout the year. So what else have Bremont fans been asking for? The answers, are illustrated in this year's new Townhouse releases:
The new Airco Mach 3
Joining the Mach 1 and 2 from last year is a third offering, unsurprisingly called the Mach 3. This variant eschews the arabic dial options found on the 1 and 2, instead using stick indices and a blue sunburst dial. The end result is much less of a tool watch, and one that should transition very nicely into some dress situations. It has a date aperture at 6:00 like the Mach 2, and carries the same 100 meters of water resistance found on all the Airco watches. The Mach 1 & 2 also get a new white dialed-variant for each, making the Airco the brand's fastest-growing collection with more options for everyone.
Also in blue, is the new Airco Mach 3 – another great versatile everyday option with 100 meters of water resistance.
The Airco now comes in white – this is such a classic, easy-wearing piece.
Lastly, the Airco Mach 2 also now comes in white, but with applied arabic numerals.
→ Click Here to Pre-Order the Airco Mach 1/WH
→ Click Here to Pre-Order the Airco Mach 2/WH
→ Chick here to pre-order the Airco Mach 3/BE
The new Bremont Supermarine Endurance
Unveiled in a tent by Bremont explorer Ben Saunders at the end of a 1,800 mile South Pole trek in 2014, the long sold-out Supermarine Terra Nova is widely regarded as the most sought-after Bremont in the Supermarine collection – so naturally, a follow-up watch was planned, to coincide with a second record-breaking polar expedition attempt by Saunders: this time, a solo, unsupported crossing of the South Pole first attempted (and still uncompleted) by Edward Shackleton.
Limited to 300 pieces, the new Endurance is the direct follow-up to 2014's very successful Terra Nova.
Like the original worn on the outside of Saunders' jacket for 1,800 miles, the new Endurance is still highly limited to only 300 pieces, and again, developed with direct input by Saunders to not just survive, but serve a very specific timekeeping purpose in what is arguably the planet's most unforgiving environment. Once again, we have a 43mm titanium Supermarine, fitted with a bi-directional rotating compass bezel. Like the newly revised S500 watches though, the new Endurance now has a ceramic bezel insert, rather than the sapphire bezel on the original. And when used in conjunction with the new orange 24-hour GMT hand, the Endurance can actually show due north (hence the 'N' on the arrow) – sort of an old-school navigational tool in the absence of a GPS signal in the wilderness. The new Endurance is also fitted with an orange NATO-style strap, and is finished with an exhibition caseback (a first for the Supermarine series) showing off the modified 2893 GMT movement. It is still water resistant to 500 meters.
Fans of the Supermarine might notice that the dial has undergone a bit of a facelift as well – gone is the signature 'railroad' seconds track running around the outer center of the dial. The indices themselves have also been slimmed down, ever-so-slightly. The textured globe motif still occupies the center of the dial, but the end result is a sleek, slightly cleaner aesthetic that falls in line with the newly revised S500 models below.
→ Click Here to Pre-Order the Bremont Endurance
New 43mm Supermarine S500 & S501
Dive watch fans loved the more stripped-down, vintage-inspired design aesthetic found on the S300 and S301 introduced last year, but some collectors preferred the larger 43mm case size utilized on the classic S500, which has been a mainstay for Bremont since the brand's inception. So for this year, Bremont is now offering the same fresh aesthetic of the S300 and S301, but in that hallmark 43mm case. Like the new Endurance, the rest of the Supermarine collection has undergone the same facelift – cleaner dials, smaller, more rounded off indices, and ceramic bezels punctuate the new collection. Unlike the Endurance though, the Supermarine watches still have a closed caseback engraved with the Supermarine Spitfire aircraft. The same three color choices persist as with the S300 – black, black with beige Superluminova, and blue – which is now available with an arabic dial, a first for the Supermarine.
The beautiful new blue sunburst dial on the S500 Supermarine is certain to be quite a hit.
The new Supermarine S501 with its textured center dial and cream markers was in high demand around the Townhouse.
The new Supermarine S500 with ceramic bezel doesn't feature the textured center dial of the S501.
The new Supermarine S500 options utilize the same case as the outgoing S500 Supermarines, so expect them to be a few hairs thicker than the smaller S300 options.
→ Click Here to Pre-Order the Bremont S500/BK
→ Click Here to Pre-Order the Bremont S500/BL
→ Click Here to Pre-Order the Bremont S501
The U2 51/JET joins the standard U2 collection
Another popular limited edition getting revisited at this Townhouse is the U2 DLC, which many might recognize as a stealthier iteration of the U2/T made for our friends at Timeless in Frisco, Texas in 2016. Like its predecessor, this U2 takes a cleaner, more minimalist approach to a military favorite, by stripping down the dial. This variant brings back the date, and reverts back to a 60 minute scale on the inner rotating bezel, unlike the original LE which had a unique 12-hour bezel. Unlike the U2/T which was limited, this new DLC variant will join the U2 line as a standard offering.
→ Click Here to Pre-Order the U2 51/JET
New colors for the ALT1-C
Bremont's twin-register ALT1-C chronograph is about as classic as it gets (and no wonder – the 'C' in the naming convention does in fact stand for 'classic'), so it should come as little surprise that it is one of the brand's best-sellers. For 2018, Bremont is bringing two fresh colors to the mix: blue with white registers, and white with black registers (the ever-popular 'panda'), bringing the total number of offerings in the collection to 10 diverse color choices. Everything else about the ALT1-C remains the same: the unique Trip Tick case construction from hardened stainless steel, and the chronometer-spec Valjoux 7750, modified as Bremont's BE-50AE movement.
Blue is definitely a welcome theme at this year's townhouse – here's the new Alt1-C in blue, with a panda dial and a beautiful color-matched blue suede strap – both of which look almost black or dark grey under some angles – a very cool piece.
The Alt1-C also gets a traditional black-on-white 'panda' treatment – note the beautifully contrasting finishes between the matte case and dial, and the sunburst-finished subdials.
→ Click Here to Pre-Order the New AlT1-C/BE
→ Click Here to Pre-Order the New AlT1-C/WH-BK
So what do you think of the new offerings? If you have questions about the new 2018 Bremont novelties or are interested in reserving one, we'd welcome you to inquire by calling Topper Jewelers at 888-730-2221 or emailing email@example.com. You can also reserve one directly online via the brand new Topper Pre-Order Central interface right here.The Topper Blog consists mainly of original writing by Rob & Russ Caplan with occasional special contributions and interviews. All photography in the blog is taken at Topper Fine Jewelers , or on location unless otherwise indicated in the photo captions.


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Harry Potter Short Film - The House of Gaunt
Join the crowdfunding campaign for the short-movie, « THE HOUSE OF GAUNT - LORD VOLDEMORT ORIGINS»
About the project
About the project owner
"The House of Gaunt" is an unofficial short film who tells about the Voldemort origins, inspired by the Harry Potter universe from J.K. Rowling's book « Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince ». It is freely adapted for the screen and directed by Joris FAUCON GRIMAUD. This is a non-profit movie production that is unaffiliated and/or controlled by Warner Bros."
Harry Potter characters, names and related indicia are trademarks of and © Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. All rights reserved.


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8th -10th March 2019 and 16th March 2019
5th May 2019
15th June 2019
South Devon Singers were asked to organise a Classical Music Festival in late 2012, with just 10 weeks notice we were able to put on a credible one-day Festival in early March 2013.
For 2014 and 2015 the Festival was extended to run from the Friday to Sunday evening of the first weekend of March.
2019 will be the seventh Festival and has been extended acrossl two weekends in Teignmouth with concerts and additional concerts later in the year.
Our aims are:
- To make Classical music accessible to people of all backgrounds and budgets.
- To draw on local talent.
- To combine the skills of professional and amateur musicians
- To encourage participation by people of all ages.
- To commission and/or facilitate the performance of new work to show that classical music is also a contemporay art form.


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Send your workplace conundrums to email@example.com, including your name and contact information (even if you want it withheld). The Workologist is a guy with well-intentioned opinions, not a professional career adviser. Letters may be edited.
During the annual evaluation period at my job, employees are asked to provide anonymous peer reviews. These comments are included in our appraisals.
I generally get very positive reviews, but now and then a peer comment is critical. Usually it's very general, and thus not helpful. And I am left to wonder which of my outwardly supportive colleagues actually harbors negative feelings. Once, my supervisor even said of a personal and sharp peer criticism, "I know this isn't true" — but still included it in my evaluation.
What do you think of this practice?
Annual performance reviews spark all manner of complaints — from feedback that seems off-base to reviews that just never seem to materialize. In recent years some people have suggested scrapping or replacing the ritual altogether.
Adding a layer of anonymity to the process actually compounds the annual review's deepest flaws, argues one such critic, Samuel Culbert, professor of management and organizations at the U.C.L.A. Anderson School of Management and the author of "Good People, Bad Managers: How Work Culture Corrupts Good Intentions." In short, he contends that the review process often masquerades as objective but is by nature profoundly subjective — and shaped more by the day-to-day realities of office politics than anything else.
This "creates a deterioration of authenticity," he continues, and secret peer reviews just add to that. "The premise of anonymous feedback is that it equals objective feedback," Mr. Culbert says. "It doesn't; it's just as political." Clearly, a manager openly acknowledging the inclusion of a peer critique that "isn't true" in an official evaluation is taking a questionable approach to management.
But unless you think you can inspire some major organizational change, asking whether this is good practice may not be the right question. Don't obsess about useless feedback. Are there ways you can prod your supervisors to give you pointers that would actually pay off? What could you tell them about how they could help you do your job better?
The annual-review ritual is unlikely to disappear anytime soon. (One defense of the practice is that if it did, the result would often be the same system of judgments with even less transparency.) So maybe the better strategy, for workers and managers alike, is to obsess less about feedback structures, and focus more on how to deliver genuinely useful and honest criticism within whatever structures exist. "There is no management tool more effective than a trusting relationship," Mr. Culbert says.
Chafing At Close Quarters
First, thank you for your advice about declining alcohol during business events ("Fending Off Exhortations to Drink," Jan. 24, 2016). I now deflect such questions with something like: "I hear you closed the deal with Big Client. Tell me all about it." Works like a charm.
Perhaps you can help me with a newer situation. My employer holds an annual off-site week of meetings, training, and evening social gatherings. It's a "must attend" event. And everyone must share hotel rooms, except for senior management. I don't have a close "work friend" of my gender, so I would be paired with a random person. I'm a light sleeper, modest, and wary of sharing a room with a stranger. I also need private downtime.
Last year, I paid out of pocket to stay alone in a hotel down the street. (The company offers no "single supplement" or partial reimbursement options.) I'd like to avoid that expenditure this year — but I will not be rooming with anyone. My personal inconvenience, discomfort, and extra expense aside, I think this room-sharing policy is risky for the reputation of my employer, and doesn't seem worth the savings.
It's great to hear how advice worked out (particularly when it worked out well). Your new dilemma, however, is one you can't solve on your own. Your employer would have to change or tweak an existing policy.
You're certainly not alone in preferring to bunk alone. But it's not unheard-of for some organizations (from nonprofits to cost-conscious corporations) to push shared room arrangements. So I'm not sure I see what the reputational risk would be here, unless this is so out of line with standard practice in your particular industry that it turns off current or potential employees.
That said, by exempting senior management, your organization is openly using a double standard. If sharing a room is a reasonable, cost-saving idea, then that applies to everyone. To handle it in a two-tier fashion is to admit that sharing a room is a hardship.
If those execs want to be exempt from doubling up, they could offset the cost by chipping in enough to keep the company's budget goal on target. (That would still be cheaper for the individual than paying the full cost of another room elsewhere.) And of course if that option existed for senior management, it could exist for everyone else, too.


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Software-defined control based on a network operating system combined with flexible-bitrate optical transponders allows near zero-margin operation of optical networks to "squeeze" as much capacity out of a link as possible. Since their inception, optical transport networks have been designed with the assumption that operational optical links must essentially be error free after applying forward error correction. However, operating close to zero system margin increases the likelihood that error bursts may occur on a link. In this work, we explore the possibility of utilizing optical links with a low level of burst errors to carry error-tolerant services. This requires monitoring the amount of link errors so that new error-aware service-level agreements can be met. To determine acceptable error levels for a service, we introduce and demonstrate the measurement of service-specific performance maps, such as the flow-completion time map, based on physical-layer parameters such as the average bit-error ratio. This allows us to demonstrate error-aware intents in a multi-layer transport network operating system with service differentiation so that error-intolerant traffic can be migrated away from a link with errors while keeping the more error-tolerant traffic on the link. We specifically study the application of data-center interconnection as a service with potential tolerance to links with errors and measure the flow-completion times and ping-loss ratios for flows on such a link. On our testbed network, we show that the data-center interconnection throughput can be essentially doubled over a range of 7 orders of magnitude in bit-error ratio compared to the present mode of network operation.
© 2018 Optical Society of AmericaFull Article | PDF Article
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J. Opt. Commun. Netw. 9(3) B53-B63 (2017)
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Influences To Consider When Troubleshooting A Computer
Problems in a computer might occur, and it might affect its functionality with this when you identify the problem and fix it then you are troubleshooting the computer the problem could be in the software or the hardware, but when you are troubleshooting the computer then some influences need to be evaluated.
Overheating of the processor could occur even with the modern technology installed in the computer there are those processors which still do overheat, the chips' temperature should not be exceeded when using the computer and when the processor does overheat there is a likelihood that the computer will be slow or in other scenarios the computer might lock up so that the temperature can go back to its normal temperature.
In the computer, the read access memory should be in perfect condition to prevent the computer having some malfunction; therefore, you should know which read access memory is not installed in the motherboard then the computer will be slow and that the computer will be unstable.
Evaluate the condition of the hard disk since it would be among the reasons why a computer might have a problem, with the hard disk we there comes a time when they might wear out with this you will notice issues in the computer like having blue screens on the computer which you are unable to explain or at times in the affected drive you might encounter that the access is slow, when the hard disk is producing noise it is an indicator that there is a problem.
Since the computers do vary the type of disk used are usually different, the disk that you end up to choose will affect the performance and speed of the computer so you should carefully choose the disk and endure that the interference you choose does not collide with the disk type you choose both of them should be compatible with each other to avoid it from getting any problems.
There are times that in the background where you might find a lot of programs opened that you might not be aware of with this it might cause your computer to lag and also before a program opens up it might take long since there are many others which are still open.
The basic input output system setting are mostly ignored by people but in actual sense it does make the computer to be slow if ignored the settings are left as they are since most people believe they should be always that way but this is not the case when the settings are ignored then the performance is slow.
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June 19 -- GBMC Father's Day 5K
GBMC HealthCare will host the 28th annual Father's Day 5K and 1 Mile Fun Walk to benefit GMBC's Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). Registration begins at 6:30 a.m., with the race starting at 8 a.m. at the GBMC campus, 6545 N. Charles St. For more information and to register, visit gbmc.org/5k or call 443-849-2407.
July 10 -- Miles That Matter
Join more than 1,000 runners at the Miles That Matter Pikesville 5K to benefit the Ulman Cancer Center and the Pikesville Chamber of Commerce. The race begins at 8 a.m. at the Woodholme Center, with on-site registration opening at 6 a.m. Music and food will be provided following the race. For more information and to register, visit pikesville5k.com or call 410-484-2337.
Aug. 5 -- Sneaks Come Out At Night 15K & 3x5K Relay
Take part in The AT&T Sneaks Come Out at Night 15K & 3x5K Relay and run through the hills of Druid Park from 6:30-9 p.m. Funds from the event will benefit Back on My Feet Baltimore, a nonprofit organization that combats homelessness through the power of running, community support, and essential employment and housing opportunities. For more information and to register, visit give.backonmyfeet.org/sneaks or call 410-675-7500, ext. 174.
Aug. 6 -- Casey Cares 5K
Lace up your running shoes and mark your calendars for the Casey Cares Foundation's seventh annual 5K run/walk at Oriole Park at Camden Yards in partnership with OriolesREACH. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Casey Cares Foundation, which provides uplifting and ongoing programs to critically ill children and their families. The 3.1-mile run/walk course will begin and end at Camden Yards and will also include refreshments and T-shirts. Teams and families are encouraged to register. For more information and to register, visit caseycaresfoundation.org.
Aug. 7 -- Iron Girl Columbia Triathlon
The 11th annual Iron Girl Columbia Triathlon will take place at 6:45 a.m. at Centennial Lake in Ellicott City. Iron Girl aspires to bring women of all ages together as a community by offering a supportive, energetic and empowering environment for females pursuing a healthy and active lifestyle. Visit irongirl.com/Events/Columbia_Triathlon.htm#axzz3zxZ0jBYt for more information and to register.
Sept. 3 -- Charles Street 12
This unique point-to-point race will take runners down historic Charles Street, now a national scenic byway, and end at Power Plant Live!. A portion of the proceeds from the race will benefit the Children's Heart Program at the University of Maryland Children's Hospital. For more information and to register, visit charlesst12.com.
Sept. 18 -- Get Ready! Get Set! Get Fit!
This 5K run/walk and one-mile walk will start at the CCBC Essex campus at 8 a.m. and benefit the Baltimore County Department of Aging's programs for seniors. For more and to register, visit getreadygetsetgetfit5k.com,
Sept. 25 -- Zero Prostate Cancer Run/Walk
Register for the Cancer Challenge 10K, 5K and one-mile fun walk at Towson University's Johnny Unitas Stadium. This tight-knit community event will bring together athletes, doctors, cancer survivors and those who care about ending prostate cancer. The goal is to find a cure for prostate cancer by funding research and providing free testing and education. Visit zerobaltimore.org to register.
Oct. 15 -- Baltimore Running Festival
Registration is open for the Baltimore Running Festival -- choose from five distances through the Inner Harbor and surrounding areas. Visit thebaltimoremarathon.com for more information.
- Baseball/Softball-
June 26 -- Baysox 1K Beer Run
Enjoy some exercise before the Baysox game. Participants will run three laps around Prince George's Stadium's warning track and receive a 12-ounce can of Bud Light at the end of each lap. The winner will throw out the ceremonial first pitch before the game. Pre-registration is required for this event, which is limited to the first 100 individuals to sign up. Visit baysox.com or call 301-805-6000.
Aug. 20 -- CrabFest National Travel Team Tryouts
Evaluations for the CrabFest national travel team ages 10U, 11U and 12U will be held at Prince George's County Boys & Girls Club in Greenbelt. Players will train and practice with a staff of high school and collegiate coaches. They will also have the opportunity to compete in Disney's New Year's Classic at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Orlando Dec. 28-31. For more information, visit crabfestregistration.com or call 301-346-4035.
Men's/Coed Softball
The Lutherville-Timonium Rec Council has opened registration for the fall slow-pitch softball program at Reisterstown Regional Park, which runs from mid-August to early November. Men's leagues are on Monday and Wednesday evenings. Email firstname.lastname@example.com or call 443-847-1072 for additional registration details.
Mason-Dixon Umpires Association
The MDUA is looking for new high school baseball umpires in Baltimore. No experience is necessary. Email Mike Connors at email@example.com or call 410-653-7307.
Cockeysville Recreation
Visit cockeysvillereccouncil.org or call 410-887-7734 for updates about baseball registration for the Cockeysville Recreation Center.
Adult Baseball
Join the Eastern Baltimore County over-40 baseball league, which plays with wood bats on 90-foot diamonds. Players of all skill levels are encouraged to visit over40baseball.org or call Mike Lockett at 410-446-0443.
Baseball Card Show
A sports card and memorabilia show to benefit Monsignor Slade Catholic School will be held at Monsignor Slade Catholic School in Glen Burnie from 8 a.m.-2:30 p.m. July 9 and Aug 13. For more details, call Leo at 443-416-6447.
Negro Leagues Baseball
Visit the Hubert V. Simmons Museum of Negro Leagues Baseball at the Owings Mills Metro Center. The museum is named after Bert Simmons, who played for the Baltimore Elite Giants. The museum is open daily, and admission is free. Volunteers are always welcome. Visit smnlbinc.org for more information.
The 2016 CrabFest All American Games are now open to talented youth and middle school-aged baseball players, as well as those entering the ninth grade in September. Players selected from the Sept. 6 CrabFest All American Games will be placed on rosters for the Disney's New Year's Classic at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex Dec. 28-31. For more information and to register, visit crabfest.biz or email firstname.lastname@example.com.
July 16 -- Hug On Lacrosse Tournament
Register a team of up to 12 players to take part in the Hug On Lacrosse Tournament to help benefit the Nolan Robinson Foundation at Notre Dame Prep, 815 Hampton Lane in Baltimore. Established in August 2015 after the loss of Nolan Robinson on his 21st birthday, the Nolan Robinson Foundation is dedicated to the provision of mental health services for youth struggling with ADD, anxiety and/or depression. The games start at 10 a.m. and will be followed by a bull roast from 6-10 p.m. For more information, visit hug-onlax.org or call John Robinson at 443-761-8035.
Celtic Soccer Club
Tryouts for the Celtic Soccer Club are for boys ages 6-18 and girls 6-12. Registration and information are available at baltimoreceltic.com.
Youth Rugby
Maryland Exiles Youth Rugby is looking for players for the upcoming spring season. Experience is not required. The team is open to all players attending high school or middle school in Maryland and students enrolled in GED or home school programs. Those interested can visit meetup.com/md-rugby.
Lacrosse Showdown
Team registrations are now being accepted for the Maryland Lacrosse Showdown July 2-3 in Westminster, sponsored by Sandlot and NWA Lacrosse. Male competition in the single-age level teams U12, U13, U14, U15, U16 and U17 and female competition in the single-age level teams U14, U15, U16 and U17 will play at least four 40-minute games. For more information and to register, contact Mark at 410-493-5182, email email@example.com or visit usamateursports.com/lacrosse_showdown/index.html.
Mighty Kicks Pup League
The Pup League provides year-round soccer training for boys and girls of all abilities ages 2-18. It's designed to build motor skills, self-confidence and basic techniques. Ongoing programs are available around Baltimore. Visit mightykicksbaltimore.com for more information.
SquashWise provides incentives for middle school students to excel academically, athletically and socially, as well as compete in local and national squash tournaments. No squash experience is necessary to become a tutor. Visit baltimoresquashwise.org to make your tax-deductible donation. To make equipment donations and/or become a volunteer tutor, email email@example.com.
The Baltimore-Chesapeake Rugby Club, the region's only Division I men's rugby club, is looking for experienced players or those new to the game. For more information, email email@example.com or visit baltimorerugby.net.
Youth Lacrosse
The newly formed Baltimore Youth Lacrosse League is now accepting in-house registrations for the spring for all kids ages 4-12. Call 443-863-8377, email firstname.lastname@example.com or visit baltimoreyouthlax.com for more information and to register.
July 25 -- Fire Company Golf
Pikesville's Station 32 will hold its annual golf tournament at Suburban Country Club in Pikesville. For more information and to register, visit pvfd32.org or call 410-486-2668, ext. 9.
Aug. 27 -- Three Club Classic
A nine-hole event played with three clubs will be held at historic Carroll Park Golf Course to benefit First Tee of Baltimore, whose mission is to provide kids the support to thrive academically and socially through golf. The use of only three clubs forces golfers to be creative and invent shots, especially around the greens. This event puts a major emphasis on shot making, club selection and making the most of limited resources. For more information, call 240-273-GOLF (4653) or visit 3clubclassic2016.ezevent.com.
Sept. 26 -- 4th Quarter Golf Outing
Enjoy a day of golf at Timbers of Troy to benefit The 4th Quarter, a nonprofit organization focused on building leadership skills and confidence through after-school sports programs for middle school-age students. For more information, visit the4thqtr.org/upcoming-events/ or call Justin at 443-904-6318.
Men's Golf
Fox Hollow Men's Golf Club in Timonium has friendly competition at tournaments for all skill levels every other Saturday morning through October. Visit foxhollowmensgolfclub.org for information and membership application.
- Football-
Women's Tackle Football
The Baltimore Burn is recruiting female athletes who want to play tackle football. Visit baltimoreburnfootball.com or call head coach Jon Randall at 443-897-1192.
Join The Ravens' Band
Become part of the Baltimore Ravens' game-day experience by joining Baltimore's Marching Ravens. Visit baltimoreravens.com/marchingravens.
-Other Activities-
June 19 -- Fishing Trip
Spend Father's Day fishing at the Loch Raven Reservoir. Bait and poles will be provided. For more information, call 410-887-2503 or visit cromwellvalleypark.org.
June 25 -- Rappel For Kidney Health
Join this fun and unique event for all ages to benefit the National Kidney Foundation of Maryland, which raises vital funds for kidney patients. The rappel will take place at the Hyatt Regency Baltimore, 300 Light St. from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Visit kidneymd.org for more information and to register.
June 25 -- Strikin' Out Alzheimer' s
Participate in The Longest Day, an event to honor the strength, passion and endurance of those facing Alzheimer's disease. Bowl to raise awareness and funds for the care, support and research efforts of the Alzheimer's Association at Forest Hill Lanes from 2-5 p.m. For more information and to register, call 443-299-8203.
Sept. 23 -- Flip Flop Festivus
Come to a football party to benefit the Life and Breath Foundation in its search to find a cure for sarcoidosis, the most common fibrotic lung disease, at the Four Seasons Hotel in Baltimore. Invited guests -- and past attendees -- include Juan Dixon, Matt Stover, Qadry Ismail, Brad Jackson, Gheorghe Muresan, Ray Knight, Jonathan Ogden, Phil Chenier, Pete Gilbert, Keith Mills, Mark Viviano, David Aldridge, Johnny Holliday and the Baltimore Ravens cheerleaders. Proceeds directly benefit the groundbreaking research to create a diagnostic test for sarcoidosis, which would save millions of dollars in healthcare expenses. For more information, visit lifeandbreath.org/events/flip-flop-festivus/.
Car Racing
Enjoy car racing with a dose of adrenaline in a safe and legal environment all summer long. Visit mirdrag.com or call 301-884-9833.
Homeschool Sports
Baltimore-area homeschooled boys and girls in grades 6-12 interested in playing interscholastic sports, like soccer, volleyball and baseball can register for the upcoming school season. Email email@example.com for more information and to register.
Baltimore Social operates a lot like the sports leagues of your youth, bringing friends and groups together to compete in a wide range of sports and activities, like soccer, skee-ball and sailing. Most of the leagues are six to eight weeks and include a final championship tournament and end-of-season parties. Visit baltimoresocial.com for more information.
Maryland Officials Club
Interested in becoming a high school swimming official in the Baltimore-Anne Arundel area? Experience as a competitive swimmer or coach at the high school, college or masters level -- or prior experience officiating -- is strongly preferred. Email firstname.lastname@example.com or call Mike Connors at 410-653-7307.
Disc Golf
Local disc golf courses are open for play throughout the summer. For the first tee, follow signs for Maryland Zoo parking, which is past the softball field and reptile house. Visit md-discgolf.com or dgcoursereview.com for additional courses in the area.
Duckpin Bowling
Youth fall duckpin bowling leagues for participants ages 3-21 are forming at various duckpin centers in Baltimore. Most programs run on Saturday mornings and include bowling, shoe rental and coaching. For more information, visit ndya.org, call Stacy Karten at 410-356-0936 or follow duckpin bowling at facebook.com/theduckpinnews.
Baltimore Fitness Academy
BMoreFit's goal is to reduce childhood obesity in the Baltimore metropolitan area by educating and mentoring urban youth with targeted programs for improved health, fitness and nutrition. Visit bmorefit.org for details.
To participate in co-ed adult kickball around Baltimore, visit kickball-baltimore.com for locations and dates.
Babe Ruth Museum
The improved Babe Ruth Birthplace Museum has reopened and is located right next to Camden Yards. Babe Ruth's legacy shaped the sports and American life we live now. Consider making a tax-deductible donation. Visit baberuthmuseum.org/donate/ or call 410-727-1539, ext. 3012.
Summer Drag Racing
Visit Maryland International Raceway most weekends through November. Visit mirockracing.com for more dates.
Maryland AAU will host the AAU boys' U8 basketball national championship July 6-10 in Salisbury. Free practice time will be given to early registrants. The final date to register is July 5. For more information and to register, visit aauboysbasketball.org or call 410-927-5722.
Bicycle Repair
At a cooperative bicycle shop, visitors can work on a donated bike, use tools to fix a broken bike or buy ready-to-ride secondhand bikes. Volunteer staff will provide assistance. Visit velocipedebikeproject.org for details.
Ultimate Frisbee
Ultimate Frisbee is one of the fastest growing and most exciting sports, combining the nonstop movement and athletic endurance of soccer with the aerial passing skills of football into one fast-paced game in which everyone is involved. The Pikesville Ultimate Disc Association will host separate youth leagues for boys and girls ages 8-12 weeknights starting in September. For more information, visit puda.moonfruit.com, email Brett Weil at firstname.lastname@example.com or call 410-262-6136.
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So today was our last day snowboarding/skiing in aspen. We have been warned that there is a winter weather advisory for tonight into tomorrow (4-8"snow)and for those of you who know about our past history/luck when getting home on time we need all the prayers that we can get! We are due to leave Aspen at 10:44am and be home with our friends and family tomorrow night to ring in the new year - and watch the buckeyes in the rose bowl!
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It will be great to watch Ohio State Buckeyes, i have bought tickets from
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Parent indicts top Abuja judge, police for heart-rending kidnap of 14-year- old girl
Many people are familiar with the story of Ese Oruru, the 14-year-old Bayelsa girl child, who was abducted about September 2015 by Yunusa Dahiru, alias Yellow, a 25-year-old Muslim resident of Yenagoa, and taken to Kano. Ese was converted to Islam and renamed Aisha by his abductors before the police rescued her.
Then there was Patience Paul, a 15-year- old Benue girl, who was allegedly abducted by Hisbah (Sharia Police) in Sokoto. She was rescued less than 24 hours after Sokoto State Governor, Aminu Waziri Tambuwal ordered that the case be investigated.
Patience disappeared in August 2015 when she was 14 years old and had been in the custody of the Sharia Police, who in a phone conversation told her family recently that they had married her out to a man who had taken her to Bauchi from Sokoto with the authority of Sarkin Muslumi, the Sultan, after she accepted Islam.
It was after the case of the missing Ese went viral on social media that her family went to the press seeking succour. But before Ese and Patience, there was Blessing Nyimbir Siman Gujil , whose story is probably the most heart-rending, if not hopeless of all child abduction cases.
Born on June 13, 1996 to Mr. Siman Gujil's family in Guyuk Local Council of Adamawa State, Blessing Nyimbir was abducted by one Bilhadi Yakuba , alias Dan Daura since September 2010 when she was only 14 years.
Blessing, then a Christian and Junior Secondary School Two (JSS 2) pupil of Federal Housing Authority (FHA) Junior Secondary School, Lugbe, Airport Road, Abuja, was renamed Kadijat by her abductors and forcefully converted to Islam. Yakuba, who hails from Kastina State was living with his father, where he operated a phone charging office in the neighbourhood.
A still grief-stricken father, Siman Gujil could not hold back his tears as he spoke to The Guardian on phone yesterday narrating the developments surrounding the disappearance of his dear daughter, who he saw last in October 2010.
The suspicion that a very highly placed judicial officer at the Kuje Upper Area Court, Abuja in connivance with the police authorities , who allegedly exhibited gross lackadaisical attitude towards the plight of the family , has made the situation even more worrisome.
The father, who was a labourer and lives at the Federal Housing Authority , Lugbe, said that he reported the matter at the Lugbe Police Station but could not get any help in the very institution that is supposed to be his friend.
Lamenting that he could not get the help he sought because he was a man of little or no means , Gujil said his young daughter's abductors even had the courage to summon him at the Kuje Upper Area Court where their kinsman was allegedly a top judicial officer.
"The judge subsequently ordered my arrest and that of my wife and others who followed me to the court.
"We were incarcerated on the court premises for 30 minutes and when we were released, we found out that Yakuba had run off with my daughter to Kaduna.
"The arrest order was to clear the way for her abductor to spirit her out of Abuja unchallenged'', Gujil said .
On the efforts made so far to get his daughter back, Gujil said after a meeting with his mother and his in-laws on the abduction, he was directed to the police and Human Rights Commission.
"But because I had no money and I am just a labourer nothing was done.Since then, all my family members had been thrown into mental torture and trauma of not seeing our child for years, and waking up every morning to the fact that our daughter is in the hands of our enemies, " he wept.
But, the case of Ese has rekindled Gujil's hope of being reunited with his daughter .
"I want to see Blessing again, I am calling on President Mohammadu Buhari, the Inspector General of Police, the press and humanitarian organisations to come to our aid, " he pleaded.
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photo excursion with a buddy of mine in Carleton, Michigan. This was to be a short trip though as we were only planning to be out till about noon when Drie was scheduled to be off from work. All the same, I decided to load up the Oregon 300 with the "Caches Along a Route" for the trip. After shooting a couple of trains and the exterior of the old lumber yard, we walked over to a nearby cache - "One Degree of Separation: Heidi" (GC11D6Y) - in search of photos and the log to sign. The cache was a really easy hide, but the Geomuggles had us pounding the pine trees with the cameras. It reminded me though that sometimes its a blast to just spend some time with a macro lens poking around the cache site. If you have the chance, spend some time at the next few caches you visit looking for the subtle details and switch your camera into its macro mode (usually a tulip or flower icon) and see what you discover. Its an interesting aspect to add to your caching.
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