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This is a skill-based competition.
BY ENTERING THIS COMPETITION, YOU AGREE TO THESE OFFICIAL RULES, WHICH ARE A CONTRACT, SO READ THEM CAREFULLY BEFORE ENTERING. WITHOUT LIMITATION, THIS CONTRACT INCLUDES INDEMNITIES TO THE SPONSOR FROM YOU (i.e. A REQUIREMENT THAT YOU DEFEND AND/OR REIMBURSE SPONSOR FROM/FOR CERTAIN LOSSES) AND A LIMITATION OF YOUR RIGHTS AND REMEDIES.
The 2018 Inspiring Affiliates Competition ("Competition") is a competition in which Eligible Partners (defined below) compete for a chance to win either: (a) one (1) of five (5) total Blog Post Prizes (defined below) by submitting a Blog Post Entry (defined below); (b) one (1) of three (3) total Video Prizes (defined below) by submitting an Video Entry (defined below); or (c) one (1) Grand Prize, by submitting a Grand Prize Entry (defined below). For the Blog Post Prize and the Video Prize, Partner must make a submission in this Competition via the competition page, available at the URL https://airtable.com/shrj5qPC1QTgKCSIv ("Competition Website"), as further described below. These "Official Rules" govern the Competition, which is sponsored by Shopify Inc. ("Sponsor" or "Shopify").
This Competition is open to legal residents of any one of the fifty (50) United States, the District of Columbia, the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, Denmark, Spain, or Canada (excluding Quebec) (collectively, "Territory"), who are over the age of majority in their jurisdiction of primary residence as of the date of entry, and:
- who have their business registered as a member of the Shopify Partner Program (a "Shopify Partner") and are classified by Sponsor as a Partner that has registered for, and been approved by Shopify, for a unique referral link (an "Affiliate Link") to refer merchants to Shopify via such Affiliate Link (as determined by Sponsor in its sole discretion) ("Eligible Partner"). There is no charge for a business to become a registered member of the Shopify Partner Program.
For more information about the Shopify Affiliate Program and to register for a free account, please visit https://www.shopify.com/affiliates. Your participation in the Shopify Affiliate Program is subject to the Partner Program Agreement, available at https://www.shopify.com/partners/terms. Employees, representatives or agents of Sponsor, its divisions, affiliates, subsidiaries or advertising agencies associated with this Competition, and relatives of and those living in the same household as such individuals are prohibited from entering this Competition. For the purpose of this Competition, relatives are defined as spouse, domestic partner, parent, legal guardian, in-law, grandparent, sibling, children, legal ward and grandchildren. Void where prohibited by law.
By participating in this Competition, entrants agree to these Official Rules, which are a contract, so read them carefully before entering. To the extent permitted by law, this contract includes a limitation of your rights and remedies. You also agree that your participation in this Competition is subject to compliance with the Shopify Terms of Service located at https://www.shopify.com/legal/terms and Shopify's privacy policy located at https://www.shopify.com/legal/privacy. Sponsor reserves the right to make reasonable amendments to these Official Rules and the Shopify Terms of Service at any time, to qualify and verify all submissions, and to reject any submissions that do not meet the requirements for participation as established by Sponsor. All decisions made by Sponsor concerning this Competition shall be final and binding on all entrants, in all respects. Each winner will be required to participate in the prize fulfillment process and sign documentation, such as a release, within the timeframe specified by Sponsor, as more fully detailed below.
This Competition begins on February 7, 2018, at 12:01 A.M. North American Pacific Standard Time (9:01 A.M. Central European Time) and ends on March 31, 2018, at 11:59 P.M. North Pacific Standard Time (July 1, 2016 at 8:59 A.M. Central European Time) ("Competition Period"). All entries must be received during the Competition Period as further set out in the "How to Enter" section of these Official Rules.
To enter the Competition, an Eligible Partner must complete one or more of the following steps: (1) For the Blog Post Prize (defined below), Eligible Partner must create a blog post about Shopify and submit the URL link via the Competition Website during the Competition Period (each, an "Blog Post Entry"). (2) For the Video Prize (defined below): Eligible Partner must create a video about Shopify and submit the URL link via the Competition Website during the Competition Period (each, an "Video Entry"). (3) For the Grand Prize: Eligible Partner must refer one Eligible Merchant during the Competition Period ("Grand Prize Entry"). An "Eligible Merchant" is any unique merchant that: (a) has registered for a paid Shopify account (i.e. the store is not in the trial phase) that became live on or after February 7, 2018 and remains live for the entire Competition Period (defined below) and through the time of Prize (defined below) award; and (b) was introduced by an Affiliate that actively promoted the Service. Referring more than one Eligible Merchant does not constitute additional Grand Prize Entries.
Together, the Blog Post Entry and the Video Entry are hereinafter referred to as an "Entry Post(s)", and together, the Entry Posts and Grand Prize Entry are hereinafter referred to as an "Entry" or "Entries". Each Entry submitted in the Competition must comply with the "Submission Requirements" detailed in that section below and otherwise comply with these Official Rules.
An Eligible Partner can submit a Blog Post Entry, a Video Entry and/or a Grand Prize Entry, however, as described below, an Eligible Partner may win a maximum of one Prize in this Competition. Previous winners of other promotions sponsored by Shopify may also win this Competition. Sponsor reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to disqualify any Eligible Partner from participating in this Competition for conduct that violates these Official Rules, the Shopify Terms of Service, or the Partner Program Agreement, or that, in Sponsor's reasonable judgment, compromises the fairness of this Competition. Each Entry must be submitted and received by Sponsor during the Competition Period through the Competition Website and in strict accordance with the instructions and restrictions on the Competition Website and these Official Rules. Sponsor is not responsible for misspellings, typographical errors, or other issues that may affect an Entry from being located in or received by Sponsor. The Competition Website's database clock will be the official timekeeper for this Competition. For purposes of this Competition, only Entries that are actually received and recorded through the Competition Website's servers will be considered. Incorrect and/or incomplete attempts at entry (as determined by Sponsor in its sole discretion) will be void and not eligible for entry. Each entrant should review all personal information entered for accuracy purposes and make all corrections necessary to inaccurate data before submitting his/her Entry for purposes of this Competition. Other proof of submitting or attempting to submit an Entry (such as, without limitation, a printed, saved or copied automated receipt confirming entry or a "thanks for entering" screen or message) does not constitute proof of actual receipt of the Entry for purposes of this Competition. Those who do not abide by these Official Rules or the instructions of Sponsor and provide all required information will be disqualified in Sponsor's sole discretion. Entries or participation will not be acknowledged. Entries or participation that is forged, altered, incomplete, lost, late, misdirected, mutilated, illegitimate, garbled, or generated by a macro, bot, or other automated means will not be accepted and will be void. Entries or participation made by any other individual or any entity or group, or originating at any web site other than as set forth specifically above, including, without limitation, through commercial promotion subscription notification or entering services, will be declared invalid and disqualified for this Competition. As a condition of entering the Competition, without limiting any other provision in these Official Rules, each entrant gives consent for Sponsor and its agents to obtain and deliver his or her name, address and other information and content to third parties for the purpose of administering this Competition and complying with applicable laws, regulations, and rules. Sponsor may keep all entrant information for up to five (5) years after completion of the Competition for business management and record keeping purposes. ANY ENTRY THAT DOES NOT CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS IN THESE OFFICIAL RULES WILL BE DEEMED INELIGIBLE IN SPONSOR'S SOLE DISCRETION.
Each Entry Post must meet all of the following requirements in Sponsor's sole discretion or the associated entry will be disqualified:
- All aspects of the Entry Post must be originally created by and solely owned by Eligible Partner (or be in the public domain). Except for materials in the public domain, all third party content and content unoriginal to Eligible Partner is prohibited.
- If the Entry Post depicts or includes any third party, entrant must have all permissions and rights from the individual(s) depicted (and his/her parent or legal guardian, if a minor) and agrees to provide Sponsor with written confirmation of those permissions and rights upon request.
- The Entry Post must include Eligible Partner's Affiliate Link.
- Except for inclusion of Eligible Partner's Affiliate Link, the Entry Post must not create or imply any association between Sponsor and any individual, entity, or anyone else or his, her, or its products or services.
- The Entry Post must include a legally compliant advertising disclosure.
- The Entry Post must not infringe, misappropriate, or violate any rights of any third party including, without limitation, copyright, including moral rights, trademark, trade secret, or right of privacy or publicity.
- The Entry Post must not include information or content that is false, fraudulent, deceptive, misleading, defamatory, threatening, trade libellous, slanderous, libellous, disparaging, unlawfully harassing, profane, obscene, pornographic, hateful, indecent, inappropriate or injurious to any individual, any Released Party (defined below), or any third party.
- The Entry Post must not contain or describe any harmful or illegal activity or content or in any way violate any federal, state, or local laws, rules or regulations.
- The Entry Post must be suitable for presentation in a public forum.
- The Entry Post must not suggest, depict, or describe any inappropriate, unlawful, or dangerous behavior or use of Sponsor's or any other products or services.
- Entrant agrees that his/her participation in the Competition and agreement to these Official Rules and any Released Party's display and use of the Entry Post will not violate any agreement to which entrant is a signatory or party.
- Entrant agrees to indemnify the Released Parties against any and all claims from any third party for any use or reuse by any Released Party of the Entry Post.
Sponsor reserves the right in its sole discretion to disqualify from the Competition and/or remove from displaying or publishing any entry or Entry Post that, in its sole discretion, refers, depicts, or in any way reflects negatively upon a Released Party, the Competition, or any other person or entity or does not comply with these requirements or these Official Rules.
By entering, except where prohibited by law, each entrant grants to the Released Parties and their agents, successors and assigns in perpetuity the irrevocable, sublicensable, absolute right and permission to use, edit, modify, cut, rearrange, add to, delete from, copy, reproduce, translate, separate, dub, adapt, publish, combine with other material, reuse, adapt, and exploit the content of and elements embodied in the Entry Post, and the Entry Post itself, in any and all media, including but not limited to digital and electronic media, computer, audio and audiovisual media (whether now existing or hereafter devised), in any language, throughout the world, and in any manner, for trade, advertising, promotional, commercial, or any other purposes without further review, notice, approval, consideration, or compensation. Each entrant agrees that the licensed entities may, but are not required to, attribute the Entry Post to an entrant. Each entrant waives and releases the Released Parties from any and all claims that entrant may now or hereafter have in any jurisdiction based on "moral rights" or "droit moral" or unfair competition with respect to the Released Parties' exploitation of entries without further notification or compensation to entrants of any kind, and agrees not to instigate, support, maintain, or authorize any action, claim, or lawsuit against the Released Parties and each of their affiliates, licensees, or any other person in connection with this Competition, on the grounds that any use of any entry, or any derivative works, infringe or violate any of the entrant's rights (including MORAL RIGHTS) therein. Each entrant acknowledges and agrees that nothing in these Official Rules will require a Released Party to use an Entry Post in part or in whole or to include the Entry Post in any Released Party-related property, including, without limitation, any Released Parties' web site or any other online or offline property. Each entrant hereby acknowledges and agrees that the relationship between the entrant and any of the Released Parties is not a confidential, fiduciary, or other special relationship, and that the entrant's decision to submit his/her Entry Post for purposes of the Competition does not place any of the Released Parties in a position that is any different from the position held by members of the general public with regard to elements of the Entry Post, other than as set forth in these Official Rules. Each entrant understands and acknowledges that Sponsor has wide access to ideas and materials. Each entrant also acknowledges that many ideas may be competitive with, similar to, or identical to his/her Entry Post and/or each other in idea, ingredients, format, or other respects. Each entrant acknowledges and agrees that such entrant will not be entitled to any compensation as a result of Sponsor's use of any such similar or identical material that has or may come to Sponsor from other sources. Each entrant acknowledges and agrees that Sponsor does not now and will not have in the future any duty or liability, direct or indirect, vicarious, contributory, or otherwise, with respect to the infringement or protection of the entrant's copyright in and to his/her Entry Post. Each entrant acknowledges that, with respect to any claim by entrant relating to or arising out of Sponsor's actual or alleged exploitation or use of any Entry Post or other material submitted in connection with the Competition, the damage, if any, thereby caused to the applicable entrant will not be irreparable or otherwise sufficient to entitle such entrant to seek injunctive or other equitable relief or in any way enjoin the production, distribution, exhibition, or other exploitation of any Sponsor property or production, and entrant's rights and remedies in any such event are strictly limited to the right to recover damages, if any, in an action at law.
It is only possible to win one Blog Post Prize, one Video Prize and one Grand Prize, and no entrant may win more than one Prize. Each Entry Post entered in this Competition will be judged for either the Blog Post Prize or the Video Prize, as applicable, by a panel of judges chosen in Sponsor's sole discretion ("Judges"), based on the following criteria: uniqueness of topic (10%), creativity in displaying content (25%), unique visualizations and/or graphics (15%), content accuracy (20%), community support in the form of likes/shares (5%), affiliate referral links and/or banners included (15%), inclusion of FTC endorsement guidelines language (10%) ("Criteria"). Subject to verification: (1) the Blog Post Prize winners will be the Eligible Partners whose Blog Post Entry receives the three highest scores in that prize category after all Criteria are applied; (2) the Video Prize winners will be the Eligible Partners whose Video Entry receives the five highest scores for that prize category after all Criteria are applied; and (3) for the Grand Prize, one (1) eligible entry will be selected by random computer generated draw from among all Grand Prize Entries (collectively, the "Competition Winners").
In the event of a tie in the selection of any winner of the Blog Post Prize or the Video Prize, the tie will be broken by naming as such winner, the Eligible Partner whose Eligible Blog Post Entry or Video Post Entry, as applicable, received the higher score in the "uniqueness of topic" Criteria. If there is still a tie, the tie will be broken by naming as such winner the Eligible Partner whose Eligible Blog Post Entry or Video Post Entry, as applicable, received the highest score in the "creativity in displaying content" Criteria. Sponsor reserves the right to contact entrants for verification purposes and administration of the Competition. All Judges' decisions are final and binding in all matters relating to this Competition. Entrants acknowledge that other entrants may have created ideas and concepts contained in their Entry Post that may have familiarities or similarities to his/her Entry Post, and that he/she will not be entitled to any compensation or right to negotiate with the Released Parties because of these familiarities or similarities.
Blog Post Prize: Five (5) Blog Post Prize winners, subject to verification, will each receive a prize consisting solely of the following: two hundred and seventy-five US Dollars ($275 USD) cash prize.
Video Prize: Three (3) Video Prize winners, subject to verification, will each receive a prize consisting solely of the following: three hundred and seventy-five US Dollars ($375 USD) cash prize.
Grand Prize: One (1) Grand Prize winner, subject to verification, will receive a prize consisting solely of the following: two thousand five hundred US Dollars ($2,500 USD) cash prize.
Together the Blog Post Prize, the Video Prize and the Grand Prize are referred to herein as the "Prize(s)". The approximate retail value ("ARV") for the Prizes is: $5,000 USD.
Incidental expenses and all other costs and expenses which are not specifically listed as part of the Prize in these Official Rules and which may be associated with the award, acceptance, receipt and use of all or any portion of the awarded Prize are solely the responsibility of the Prize winner. ALL FEDERAL, NATIONAL, STATE, PROVINCIAL, TERRITORIAL AND LOCAL TAXES ASSOCIATED WITH THE RECEIPT OR USE OF ANY PRIZE ARE SOLELY THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE WINNER. Prize, if legitimately claimed, will be awarded. Prize details not specifically stated in these Official Rules will be determined in Shopify's sole discretion. Shopify is not responsible for and will not replace any lost, mutilated or stolen Prize or any Prize that is undeliverable or does not reach the winner because of incorrect or changed contact information. If winner does not accept or use the entire Prize, the unaccepted or unused part of the Prize will be forfeited and Shopify will have no further obligation with respect to that prize or portion of the Prize. Shopify is not responsible for any inability of the winner to accept or use the Prize (or portion thereof) for any reason. Shopify reserves the right to substitute the stated Prize or portion thereof with another prize or portion thereof of equal or greater value for any reason, including, without limitation, Prize unavailability. No more than the stated Prize will be awarded.
Before being declared the winner of any Prize, the selected entrant may be required to: (a) correctly answer a mathematical skill-testing question without mechanical or other aid to be administered in writing or over the telephone if he/she is a resident of Canada; and (b) if requested by Shopify, sign, have notarized (if applicable), and return to Shopify (without alteration) a declaration/affidavit and liability/publicity release (unless prohibited by law) within 10 days of receipt (which may require providing winner's Social Security Number/Social Insurance number for tax purposes)(collectively, the "Winner Documents"). If the selected entrant: (i) fails to correctly answer the skill-testing question (for Canadian residents only); (ii) fails to return the properly executed Winner Documents within the specified time (if required by Shopify) or respond according to Shopify's instructions; (iii) cannot accept (or is unwilling to accept) the Prize as awarded for any reason; and/or (iv) is determined to be in violation of these Official Rules, or if any prize, prize notification, or Competition-related communication is rejected, faulty, or returned as undeliverable (all as determined by Sponsor in its sole and absolute discretion); then he/she may, in the sole and absolute discretion of the Sweepstakes Parties, be disqualified (and, if disqualified, will forfeit all rights to the Prize) and sponsor reserves the right, in its sole and absolute discretion and time permitting, to randomly select an alternate eligible entrant from among the remaining Eligible Entries (in which case the foregoing provisions of this section shall apply to such newly selected entrant). Shopify reserves the right to modify the notification procedures in connection with the selection of any alternate winner. Subject to verification, Prize elements will be delivered to Competition Winners either by ACH or PayPal transfer within a reasonable amount of time following notification of the Competition Winners.n. Shopify may only look to three (3) alternate winners for the Prize, at which point the Prize may be deemed unclaimed and Shopify will have no further obligation with respect to the Prize. Upon prize forfeiture, no compensation will be given and Shopify will have no responsibility or liability to that entrant. The Winner Documents are subject to verification by Shopify.
The date of award of the Prizes in this Competition will vary depending on when the notification and verification process is completed for winners of the Competition, but will be approximately April 14, 2018. Potential Competition Winners will be notified by email (in Sponsor's sole discretion) in accordance with the contact information provided by the entrant in the Competition Website. All taxes and duties, if any, on the Prize and any other costs and expenses associated with acceptance and use of the Prize and not specified in these Official Rules as being included in the prize are the sole responsibility of the applicable winner. Prizes may not be transferred and winners may not request substitution of a Prize; provided, however, that Sponsor reserves the right to substitute any Prize with another prize of approximately equal value for any reason. Entrants waive the right to assert as a cost of winning any Prize any and all costs of verification and redemption or travel to claim the Prize and any liability and publicity that might arise from claiming or seeking to claim said Prize. In the event of a dispute as to who is the proper recipient of any Prize, such Prize will be delivered to the registered account holder of the email address associated with the PayPal account that was used to open the Shopify Partner account for the Eligible Partner, but only if that person otherwise meets the eligibility requirements for participation in this Competition and is still associated with the Eligible Partner. A "registered account holder" is defined as the natural person who is assigned to an email address by an Internet access provider, online service provider, or other organization (e.g., business, educational institution, etc.) that is responsible for assigning email addresses for the domain associated with the applicable email address. Any potential winner may be required to provide Sponsor with proof that he or she is the registered account holder of the email address associated with the applicable PayPal account. If there is any dispute between any members, partners, creators, owners or employees of or investors in an Eligible Partner that cannot be resolved to Sponsor's satisfaction, that Eligible Partner may, in Sponsor's sole discretion, be disqualified or forfeit the entire Prize. If any other dispute cannot be resolved to Sponsor's satisfaction, the Eligible Partner that is the subject of the dispute will be deemed ineligible or disqualified (as applicable). As a condition of entering, each potential Competition Winner may (in Sponsor's sole discretion) be required to execute and return to Sponsor within ten (10) business days of receipt: (i) an affidavit or release of eligibility or declaration affirming such winner's compliance with these Official Rules; (ii) a publicity release; (iii) a release of Sponsor and the Released Parties (defined below) from any claim or cause of action arising out of participation in the Competition or acceptance of any Prize (which release will not apply to liability for death or personal injury caused by the negligence of Sponsor or liability for fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation or breach of Sponsor's obligations under these rules); (iv) all documents Sponsor may require (in its sole discretion) confirming the tax obligations, if any, of such winner. In the event of noncompliance with these requirements, the prize may be forfeited in Sponsor's sole discretion. The affidavit of eligibility/declaration and liability/publicity release (unless prohibited by law) are subject to verification by Sponsor. If any prize, prize notification or Competition-related communication is rejected, faulty, or returned as undeliverable, if the potential Competition Winner does not respond according to the notification's or Sponsor's instructions, if a Competition Winner cannot attend or participate in any portion of the prize, if a Competition Winner or potential winner fails to comply with these Official Rules, or if a potential winner cannot be reached after a reasonable attempt has been made by Sponsor (as determined by Sponsor in its sole discretion) or does not respond according to the notification's or Sponsor's instructions, that winner or potential winner may be disqualified and an alternate winner may be selected in accordance with the winner selection procedures described above. Sponsor reserves the right to modify the notification procedures in connection with the selection of any alternate potential winner, if any. Upon prize forfeiture, no compensation will be given and Sponsor will have no responsibility or liability to that entrant. To claim a prize, winner must follow the directions in his or her notification. In order for a Canadian resident to win a Prize in this Competition, the selected potential winner must first correctly answer without assistance or mechanical aid, the mathematical skill-testing question administered by the Sponsor. If any Prize winner does not acknowledge acceptance of a Prize within ten (10) days after being notified (using the contact details listed on their Shopify account) that he or she is a Prize winner, their Prize will be irrevocably forfeited, and another Prize winner will be chosen using the same procedure specified above. If a Prize winner does not accept or use the entire Prize, the unaccepted or unused part of the Prize will be forfeited and Sponsor will have no further obligation with respect to that Prize or portion of the Prize.
Each entrant hereby consents to the use of his or her name, business name, and address by Sponsor for advertising and promotional purposes, without any additional compensation or right of review, except where prohibited. NOTHING IN THESE OFFICIAL RULES LIMITS, EXCLUDES OR MODIFIES OR PURPORTS TO LIMIT, EXCLUDE OR MODIFY ANY STATUTORY CONSUMER GUARANTEES OR ANY IMPLIED CONDITION OR WARRANTY THE EXCLUSION OF WHICH FROM THESE OFFICIAL RULES WOULD CONTRAVENE ANY STATUTE OR CAUSE ANY PART OF THESE OFFICIAL RULES TO BE VOID ("NON-EXCLUDABLE GUARANTEES"). SUBJECT TO THE LIMITATIONS IN THE PRECEDING SENTENCE, ALL ENTRANTS AGREE, EXCEPT WHERE PROHIBITED BY LAW, TO RELEASE, INDEMNIFY AND HOLD HARMLESS SPONSOR AND ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AFFILIATED COMPANIES, SUBSIDIARIES, SUPPLIERS, DISTRIBUTORS, ADVERTISING AND PROMOTIONAL AGENCIES, AGENTS, SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS (collectively, the "Released Parties") FROM AND AGAINST ANY CLAIM OR CAUSE OF ACTION ARISING OUT OF PARTICIPATION IN THE COMPETITION. ENTRANTS AGREE THAT, EXCEPT WHERE PROHIBITED BY LAW INCLUDING IN RELATION TO THE NON-EXCLUDABLE GUARANTEES, RELEASED PARTIES ARE NOT LIABLE FOR INJURIES, LOSSES OR DAMAGES OF ANY KIND ARISING FROM PARTICIPATION IN THIS COMPETITION AND ACCEPTANCE, POSSESSION, MISUSE AND USE OF ANY PRIZE. RELEASED PARTIES ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY TYPOGRAPHICAL OR OTHER ERROR IN THE PRINTING OF THE OFFER OR THESE RULES, THE ADMINISTRATION OF THE COMPETITION, OR IN THE ANNOUNCEMENT AND AWARD OF ANY PRIZE. The above releases will not apply to liability for death or personal injury caused by the negligence of Sponsor or liability for fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation or breach of Sponsor's obligations under these rules.
THE RELEASED PARTIES ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE IN ANY WAY FOR ANY EXPENSES, OMISSIONS, DELAYS, OR RE-ROUTING RESULTING FROM ANY ACTS OF ANY GOVERNMENT OR AUTHORITY. AND EACH PRIZE WINNER ACKNOWLEDGES THAT HE/SHE IS SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY ACTIONS, CLAIMS OR LIABILITIES OF HIS/HER GUEST RELATED TO ANY COMPETITION-RELATED ACTIVITY, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY ACTIONS, CLAIMS OR LIABILITIES RELATED TO THE GUEST'S USE OF THE PRIZE. The above releases will not apply to liability for death or personal injury caused by the negligence of Sponsors or liability for fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation or breach of Sponsors' obligations under these rules.
Subject to the Non-Excludable Guarantees, all entrants agree that Released Parties are not responsible and/or liable for any of the following, whether caused by Sponsor, the entrant or by human error: entries that are submitted by illegitimate means (such as, without limitation, by an automated computer program); any lost, late, incomplete, illegible, mutilated, or misdirected entries, e-mail, mail, or Competition-related correspondence or materials or postage-due mail; any error, omission, interruption, defect, or delay in transmission or communication; viruses or technical or mechanical malfunctions; interrupted or unavailable cable or satellite systems; errors, typos or misprints in these Official Rules, in any Competition-related advertisements or other materials; failures of electronic equipment, computer hardware or software; lost or unavailable network connections, or failed, incorrect, incomplete, inaccurate, garbled or delayed electronic communications or entry information. Released Parties are not responsible for electronic communications that are undeliverable as a result of any form of active or passive filtering of any kind, or insufficient space in entrant's e-mail account to receive e-mail messages. Released Parties are not responsible, and may disqualify an entrant, if his or her e-mail address, telephone, or other contact information does not work or is changed without entrant giving prior written notice to Sponsor. Released Parties are not responsible for any changes or unavailability of the Competition Website that may interfere with the Competition (including any limitations, any restrictions, or any conditions on the Sponsor's ability to use the Competition Website for the Competition as set forth herein that are not acceptable to Sponsor) or ability of an entrant to timely enter, receive notices or communicate with Sponsor, in which case Sponsor, in its sole discretion, may terminate or modify the Competition. Without limiting any other provision in these Official Rules, Released Parties are not responsible or liable to any entrant or Prize winner or any person claiming through such entrant or Prize winner for failure to supply the Prize or any part thereof in the event that any of the Competition activities or the Released Parties' operations or activities are affected, as determined by the Sponsor in its sole discretion, including, without limitation, by reason of any acts of God, any action, regulation, order or request by any governmental or quasi-governmental entity (whether or not the action, regulations, order or request proves to be invalid), equipment failure, threatened terrorist acts, terrorist acts, air raid, blackout, act of public enemy, earthquake, war (declared or undeclared), fire, flood, epidemic, explosion, unusually severe weather, hurricane, embargo, labor dispute or strike (whether legal or illegal) labor or material shortage, transportation interruption of any kind, work slow-down, civil disturbance, insurrection, riot, or any law, rule, regulation, order or other action adopted or taken by any governmental, federal, state, provincial or local government authority, or any other cause, whether or not specifically mentioned above. The above releases will not apply to the extent arising out of the failures or defaults of Released Parties.
Entrants agree to not damage or cause interruption of the Competition and/or prevent others from using the Competition. Sponsor reserves the right to restrict or void entries or participation from any IP address if any suspicious entry and/or participation is detected. Sponsor reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to void entries or sales (as applicable) of any entrants who Sponsor believes have attempted to tamper with or impair the administration, security, fairness or proper play of this Competition. Sponsor's failure to or decision not to enforce any provision in these Official Rules will not constitute a waiver of that or any other provision. In the event there is an alleged or actual ambiguity, discrepancy or inconsistency between disclosures or other statements contained in any Competition-related materials and/or these Official Rules (including any alleged discrepancy or inconsistency in these Official Rules), it will be resolved in Sponsor's sole discretion. Entrants waive any right to claim ambiguity in the Competition or these Official Rules. If Sponsor determines at any time in its sole discretion that the Prize winner or potential Prize winner is disqualified, ineligible, in violation of these Official Rules, or engaging in behavior that Sponsor deems obnoxious, inappropriate, threatening, illegal or that is intended to annoy, abuse, threaten or harass any other person, Sponsor reserves the right to disqualify that Prize winner or potential Prize winner, even if the disqualified Prize winner or potential Prize winner may have been notified or displayed or announced anywhere. If the Competition is not capable of running as planned for any reason, Sponsor reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to cancel, modify or suspend the Competition and award the Prize from eligible entries received prior to cancellation, modification, or suspension or as otherwise deemed fair and appropriate by Sponsor. If any person supplies false information, obtains entries by fraudulent means or is otherwise determined to be in violation of these Official Rules in an attempt to obtain any Prize, Sponsor may disqualify that person and seek damages from him or her and that person may be prosecuted to the full extent of the law. CAUTION: ANY ATTEMPT TO DAMAGE ANY ONLINE SERVICE OR WEB SITE OR UNDERMINE THE LEGITIMATE OPERATIONS OF THE COMPETITION VIOLATES CRIMINAL AND CIVIL LAWS. IF SUCH AN ATTEMPT IS MADE, SPONSOR MAY DISQUALIFY ANY ENTRANT MAKING SUCH ATTEMPT AND MAY SEEK DAMAGES TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW.
DISPUTES/GOVERNING LAW Each entrant agrees that, except where prohibited by law, (1) any and all disputes, claims and causes of action arising out of or in connection with this Competition, or any Prizes awarded, will be resolved individually, without resorting to any form of class action, and any judicial proceeding arising out of or concerning the Competition will take place in a court located in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada with jurisdiction over Sponsor; (2) any and all claims, judgments and awards will be limited to actual out-of-pocket costs incurred, including costs associated with entering this Competition, but in no event legal fees; and (3) under no circumstances will any entrant be permitted to obtain awards for, and all entrants hereby waive all rights to claim, punitive, incidental, and consequential damages, and any other damages, other than actual out-of-pocket expenses, and any and all rights to have damages multiplied or otherwise increased. All disputes arising out of, concerning or connected to the Competition or the interpretation, validity, enforceability or interpretation of these Competition Official Rules will be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Ontario and the laws of Canada applicable therein, without regard to choice-of-law principles.
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Please help us make the MMR Historical Racer information as accurate as possible! Every effort will be made by the MMR Committee to research and resolve issues reported in the historical data.
Search Results
We found 1 racer(s) that matches your search criteria.
Katie Cason -- Anchorage, AK (Birth Year: 1976)
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Records containing an '*' indicate Junior race results.
Having trouble finding a particular Racer? Try using a 'wildcard.' If you're looking for Kathy Brown – but you're not sure if she's a Kathy, Kathe, Katherine, Kathleen, Kathryn or Katie – start with a search for First Name 'K%' and Last Name 'Brown'.
Missing a race year?
The most common cause of one or more missing race years in a racer's historical data is NAME CHANGE. Is it possible that for the year in question you registered under a different name: got married? got divorced? Decided to become 'Robert' instead of 'Bobby?' Racer data for race years prior to 2007 were manually entered based on hand-written print forms of historical race data – errors were common.
Do you need to submit an error report or provide correction information to your Racer record?
Submit error/correction reports and documentation right here!
Every effort will be made by the MMR Committee to research and resolve issues reported in the historical data.Your participation and patience as questions and corrections are addressed is appreciated!

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Hotel in Union City Adjacent to Union Landing Complex
Centrally located in the heart of the San Francisco Bay area, Union City is a beautiful community of with lush parks, exciting attractions and top companies. The Holiday Inn Express® Hotel Union City (San Jose) is surrounded by shopping, dining and entertainment, making us the perfect choice for all travelers visiting the East Bay Area and Union City.
The hotel's location near companies like Kaiser Permanente and Alcatel-Lucent is ideal for business guests. The executive rooms, which feature a sleeper sofa and a work desk, make staying productive a breeze. With space for up to 40 people and free Wi-Fi access, the breakfast room is a great choice for any meeting in Union City.
Our hotel's guests can easily walk to dozens of shops and restaurants at Union Landing. There is also a 25-screen movie theater right next door, where you can see all the latest releases. While you're in Union City, CA, our hotel's staff recommends you try indoor sky diving at nearby iFLY SF Bay. We are also just a short drive from the marina in San Leandro and 15 miles from Oakland.
To make your stay as carefree as possible, we offer the best in amenities, such as a Fitness Center, an outdoor seasonal, solar-heated pool and a hot tub. The free breakfast buffet is the perfect way to start your day. Our Union City hotel's staff looks forward to serving you on your next visit to the Bay Area!
- Black-out Shades
- Rollaway Bed/Cot Available
- Iron/Ironing Board
- In-Room Heating and A/C Controls
- Extra Bedding Available
Bathroom/Personal Care
- Private Bathroom
- Bathroom Amenities Available
- Hair Dryer
- Bathtub
- Heated Mirrors
In-Room Features
- Mini Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Coffee Maker
- Flat-screen TV
- Work Desk with Lamp
- Desk-level Electrical Outlet
- Free Local Calls
- Cable/Satellite
- Video Games Available
- Two-line Phone
- Phone with Voicemail
- Complimentary Morning Newspaper
- Windows Open by Guest
Added Value
- Oversized Bath Towels
- Complimentary Coffee/Tea Supplies
- Complimentary Bottled Water
- Full Breakfast Included
- Breakfast Buffet Included
- Continental Breakfast Included
- Off-site Restaurant Delivery Available
Business Services
- 1 Meeting Room(s) Available
- On-Site Business Center
- Printer
- Copier
- Scanner
- Office supplies available
Internet Access
- Free High-Speed Internet in all Rooms
- Wireless Internet service is free for all IHG® Rewards Club members
Entertainment & Recreation
- Outdoor Pool
- Outdoor Whirlpool
- Outdoor Pool Hours of Operation: 8:00 am - 10:00 pm
Health & Fitness
Complimentary Fitness Center
Cardiovascular equipment for a convenient workout, including a newly added treadmill and bicycle.
Hours of Operation: 5:30 am to 11:00 pm
Fitness Center Type: LIMITED
- Treadmill
- Elliptical Machines
- Free Weights
- Stationary Bicycle
Housekeeping & Laundry
- Daily Housekeeping
- On-site Guest Self-Laundry Facilities
Added Value
- Wake Up Calls
- Ice Machine
Hotel Details
31140 Alvarado Niles Road
Union City, California 94587
United States
Check In: 3:00 pm
Check Out: 12:00 pm
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- Complimentary Self Parking Available
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- Guest Rooms
- Lifts
- Public Restrooms
- Registration Desk
- Exercise Facility
- Business Centre
- Pool
- Number of Accessible Meeting Rooms: 0
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- Closed Caption TVs
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- Visual Alarm/Alert in Guest Rooms
- Visual Alarm/Alert in Public Spaces
- Communication Kits with Visual Alarms
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- Guide Dogs Allowed
- Pets not allowed in hotel. Kennel servcies available nearby.
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- Number of Floors: 4
- Total Number of Rooms: 77
- Number of Suites: 3
- Number of Non-Smoking Rooms: 74
- Number of Accessible Rooms: 5
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ALEX Toys Craft Chunky & Funky Scarf
by ALEX Toys
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Think knitting looks cool and want to give it a try? Chunky & Funky Scarf kit is the prefect place to start! Chunky wooden needles and think yarn make it easy to create one long scarf or a shorter scarf and a hat…you decide! Fun projects for keeping fingers busy and developing concentration. Once you get the hang of it, knitting is skill you'll never forget. Includes yarn, needles, and easy to follow instructions. Watch the 'how to' video on Alextoys.com, too!
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Airborne Flower Power
"Three Great Effects in this Wonderful Airborne Routine."
You show a Single Stem Flower Vase holding a Lone Flower Stem. Magically they Float Around. Bringing the vase to rest, you add the secret ingredient, Water. While pouring the water into the vase you completely let the vase go. The Vase remains Floating in Mid-Air with the water pouring into it. Take hold of the vase once again and put the water away. Wave a hand over the lone flower stem and a Beautiful Red Rosebud Appears.
Comes with the gimmicks to float the vase in the beginning, float the vase with the water pouring and a beautiful appearing rosebud. Add the bottle of your choice.


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Based on the trading in the futures markets, the U.S. stock markets are probably going to have a rough day, at least when they open for trading.
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Dow futures are down 136 points, S&P 500 futures are down 14 points, and Nasdaq futures are down 29 points.
Markets actually spent most of the morning positive in the wake of President Obama's reelection.
However, CNBC's Becky Quick has noted that the ECB's Mario Draghi said that "Data suggest economic slowdown has reached Germany." Markets tanked after these comments came out.
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Want to have some serious fun getting from one place to another? As thousands of converts already know, that's where the Honda Grom comes in.
Compact, low to the ground, pocket-sized in terms of price and parking, but such a blast it'll put a giant smile on your face whenever you turn the key. Last year we gave it some sweet updates—a new headlight, new two-step seat, new bodywork, and a new muffler. This year you still get all that plus available ABS, along with a healthy dose of Gromitude.
Want to know more? The Grom features a 125cc engine, with a fun factor that's off the charts. Its unintimidating size makes it great for beginners, and a total, flickable joy ride for riders with more experience.
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SUMMER refreshment in Sopron with wellness, including bath and beach entrances
- Voucher validity in Basic package
3 days / 2 nights
- number of adult guests
2 guests
- reduction for children
available for 1 child(ren): from 0 till 5 years free of charge, Discount for children: 50 % discount from 5 to 14 years old children with half board - we offer the child discounts in an extra bed for 2 adults in one room
- catering in Basic package
half board
- Package includes services as follows
indoor swimming pool, Finnish sauna, steam-bath, jacuzzi, non-smoking rooms, park / garden, parking lot, relaxing area / sunbathing / deckchairs, wellness
- Other services incl. in the package
* The voucher is valid on WEEKENS too for 500 HUF/night extra charge!
* forest walk on Saturdays (09.50.)
* Guided tours on Sundays (09.50.)
* Free entry to the swimming-pool Lővér, entrance to the beach Lővér, to the Lake Neusiedl and the beach Tómalom
* Using of the wellness-section (indoor pool, jacuzzi, finnish sauna, vapor-bath, fittness room).
* Two wellness coupon exchange for 500 HUF for the adults
* Bathrobe
* Retro disco on every Friday nigth
* Live music on every Saturday night
* Accommodation in CLASSIC Double Room (Standard room can be booked for a fee)
* Free parking
- Validity / expiry of voucher
til Sep.01.2019.
- Discounted prolongation
19 800 HUF / package / night
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Hotel Szieszta ***
Sopron, Hungary
Hotel Szieszta, the largest hotel of Sopron is located at the foot of the Alps, at one of the most beautiful point of the Lővér hills, 15 minutes distance from the town centre, in the middle of a beautiful five-hectare natural park.
In a whole year culture life, sport and entertainer of Sopron wait for the ones coming to visit here with programs.
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* face, body and foot massage, aromatherapy
* slag tennis court * watertraining * Nordic walking
* garden giant chess * playroom (board game, cleverness game, ping-pong, diving board)
* billiard (conversion ropemaker) * karaokie
* hiking in the wood * sightseeing in Sopron historical downtown with a tour guide * excursion into the Sopron forest with a trained tour leader
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Spring Season
2019 Boys Lacrosse Spring Season
Mid February – Mid May
Spring is the main season for lacrosse
U7 pre K – 1st ——- U9 – grades 2 & 3
U11 – grades 4 & 5 ——– U13 – grades 6 & 7
U7-no practice – U9, U11, U13-twice a week
U9, U11, U13 – At times teams may play games with other programs – some games maybe away. Our Main HOME game field will be Dunwoody Springs Elementary School. Games primarily on Saturdays
U9, U11, U13 teams play for end of season championship
Players receive a game jersey and shorts
Interested teams can enter the Roswell Invitational in May – click here
November – $275
January – $300
Registration $3.00 processing fee is added to all registrations
US Lacrosse Membership Required for registration
Players must be current US Lacrosse Member with membership
good through the end of May 2019 – Cost is $35
If you do not have a USL membership: click here
A $25.00 fee will be added if your registration comes back due to the players US lacrosse membership not being current.
FIELD LOCATIONS – directions
During registration you have the option to note your "preferred"
practice field location.
(no guarantees on location… we do the best we can.
All depends on the coaches)
Times will be between 5:00 & 7:00 practices
are about an hour and 15 minutes
High Point Elementary – practice only – Mon,Wed,Thur, Fri
Hammond Park – games/practice – Tues/Thurs
Dunwoody Springs Elementary – games/practice – Mon/Wed
We work to plan an 8-12 game season with end of season championship games and teams that are interested can play in the Roswell Invitational in May
At times teams might have double headers, play other programs and toward the end of the season they may have weekday games instead of practices.
Questions email firstname.lastname@example.com
Season Overview
- What is it?
- The AYL Spring Season is our main competitive season for boys grades U7, U9, U11, U13. Scores are recorded for playoff seeding. This season ends with a champion team in U9 – U11- U13 age levels
- U7 – graded K – 1st. have a one hour FUN session each week
- Where are the practices?
- Practices locations are Hammond Park, High Point Elementary or Dunwoody Springs Elementary. During registration you can note your "Preferred" practice field location (no guarantees on this… we do the best we can. All depends on the coaches)
- U9, U11 & U13 practice two days a week
- U7 do not practice they only meet on either Saturday for a one hour FUN session
- Practice days and times will be set by the coaches as per their availability due to their work schedules.
- View our Directions Page for all of our field locations
- When and where will the games be?
- Games will be played Saturdays or Sundays or both could be possible depends on final approved schedule home and away games and weather issues)
- U9, U11 & U13 will have Away Games
- Our MAIN home field is Dunwoody Springs Elementary – directions
- What is the game format?
- Games are 20-minute running time games with a 5-minute halftime
- Generally, all games run for a total of 45-50 minutes
- Who plays a championship game?
- U9, U11 & U13 teams play a championship game at the end of the season
- What is the Sportsmanship Award?
- This is the ONLY award and is our MOST honored award!
- Coaches and teammates will chose 4-6 players from their team at the end of the season who exemplify sportsmanship.
- Who are the coaches?
- Our coaches are volunteer parents. Some are former experienced players who have played at Division I, II or III schools, while others are new to lacrosse.
- Our coaches are volunteer parents. Some are former experienced players who have played at Division I, II or III schools, while others are new to lacrosse.
- What equipment do the players need?
- Players are required to wear – Helmet, gloves, shoulder pads, arm pads, boys stick, mouth guard, protective cup, all purpose cleats. For all equipment information – click here
- We suggest that NEW players wear their equipment for at least 15 minutes every day at home and play outside prior to the start of the season.


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The Truth About Breast Cancer
You can't believe every headline you read about breast cancer. Here's a reality check from experts and survivors.
Whether you keep up with the daily news using an app or by watching TV, chances are you pay close attention to whatever pops up about breast cancer. And if you sometimes find yourself confused by what you read or hear, you're not alone. "Reports on breast cancer studies often lack balance or context, which may make it hard for a woman to know what it all means for her," says Lisa Schwartz, M.D., codirector of the Center for Medicine and the Media at The Dartmouth Institute for Health Policy and Clinical Practice in Hanover, New Hampshire. To help make sense of the latest headlines, we asked the pros to rate them for accuracy and to set the record straight. Their clear explanations and advice will empower you not just to understand but also to outsmart this perilous disease.
Mammograms Are Not Reducing Cancer Deaths
Not true! "The research showed screening prevents fewer deaths than we had hoped, but it still saves lives," says Laura Esserman, M.D., professor of surgery and radiology and director of the University of California, San Francisco, Carol Franc Buck Breast Care Center.
The fine print: The study found that mammography isn't doing all that great a job at finding the worst cancers—the frequency with which deadly late-stage cancers were found only declined by 8% over the past 30 years. It also found mammography may be doing too good a job at spotting things that might never harm you. In fact, the study's authors estimated that more than 1 million women in the past three decades may have undergone biopsies, surgery, radiation and/or chemotherapy for problems that would never have actually caused illness.
Your takeaway: Mammograms are still worthwhile, since they detect some dangerous cancers. And experts generally agree that annual screening makes sense for women with certain risk factors—those who have a personal or family history of breast cancer, or those between age 40 and 49 who have been told they have extremely dense breast tissue. But women who are less vulnerable will want to talk to their doctor about sticking to the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force guidelines, which recommend mammograms every other year, starting at age 50. This scaled-back mammo schedule reduces your chances of undergoing unnecessary biopsies and more by almost 20% without increasing your chances of ending up with advanced breast cancer, according to a large new study. The truth is, some cancers don't spread or they grow so slowly that they're actually harmless. "Today, if a screening reveals lower-risk lesions like calcifications that, at their very worst, could be a condition called ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS), there's enough evidence for me to recommend waiting and watching," says Dr. Esserman. "In my experience most of these turn out to be nothing, and it's very rare for changes to occur that require a biopsy or surgery later on."
Lumpectomy Beats Mastectomy for Survival
True. Women with early-stage breast cancer who had a small portion of their breast removed did just as well—and in some cases, better—than those who had their entire breast removed, according to a study from the Duke Cancer Institute in Durham, North Carolina.
The fine print: The researchers tracked over 100,000 women with early-stage breast cancer for 14 years and compared the outcomes of those who had a lumpectomy and radiation with those who had a mastectomy alone. Among women age 50 and over, those who had the breast-conserving surgery were up to 13% less likely to die from the disease during the follow-up. For women who were under age 50, survival was the same whichever treatment they chose.
Your takeaway: "Don't assume you'll do better if you have more extensive surgery," says Usama Mahmood, M.D., assistant professor of radiation oncology at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston. He says mastectomy rates have been rising, especially in young women, possibly because of fears that a lumpectomy won't get all the cancer out. "But this study, which confirms the results of other research, should reassure women who want to choose breast-conserving treatment that it's very safe and effective," says Dr. Mahmood.
Thousands of Women Die from Breast Cancer Caused by Drinking
Not exactly. A recent National Cancer Institute study did find new evidence linking alcohol to breast cancer. However, the amount consumed makes a difference. "This headline exaggerates the alarm and causes harm by making all women who drink think they are to blame if they get the disease," says Dr. Schwartz.
The fine print: Analyzing U.S. mortality data and nationwide surveys of alcohol use, the researchers estimated about 15% of breast cancer deaths are tied to liquor. "We didn't find any level of drinking to be completely safe, but the greatest risks were in those who had the most—three drinks a day or more," notes lead study author David E. Nelson, M.D., director of the Cancer Prevention Fellowship Program at the National Cancer Institute. He says the exact mechanism for how alcohol might play a role in cancer isn't fully understood, although one theory is that acetaldehyde, a chemical by-product of your body breaking it down, may cause cells to mutate.
Your takeaway: If you drink, keep it light—to one serving a day or less. If you're diagnosed with the disease, you may wonder if it's dicey to have alcohol once in a while. The answer appears to be no: A new study found that women who continued to have three to six drinks a week after being diagnosed were no more likely to die of breast cancer or cardiovascular disease than those who didn't partake at all.
Study Raises Concerns About a Faster Radiation Therapy for Breast Cancer
True. A quick, new and increasingly popular kind of radiation treatment did cause more complications than the traditional kind.
The fine print: Researchers from the University of Texas and Chicago analyzed the medical insurance claims of over 90,000 breast cancer patients and found that women who chose accelerated partial-breast irradiation (APBI)—a one-week treatment that delivers radiation to a targeted area of the breast via a catheter—were twice as likely to experience infection, bleeding or other problems as those who received whole-breast irradiation, which usually takes six or seven weeks. In addition, the women who had APBI were almost twice as likely to have a mastectomy in the following five years, which is a probable sign the cancer came back. Happily, there was no difference between the two treatment groups when it came to overall survival.
Your takeaway: "You need to be aware that there is greater uncertainty about the long-term pros and cons of APBI compared to traditional whole-breast irradiation," says study co-author Benjamin D. Smith, M.D., an associate professor of radiation oncology at the MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston. He considers APBI very promising and suspects it won't be long before doctors are able to determine which patients are the best candidates for it. Until then, there's some good news for anyone worried about fitting whole-breast irradiation into a hectic schedule: "We've learned how to make the treatment faster and more convenient, bringing down the number of weeks you need it to three to four," notes Dr. Smith.
Diabetes Raises the Risk of Breast Cancer
True. When Australian researchers analyzed 43 studies on the connection between these two diseases, they found having type 2 diabetes raised the probability of developing breast cancer by 22%. If you had gestational diabetes—a short-lived form of the disease that goes away after pregnancy—you're not in elevated danger.
The fine print: It's not known how or why diabetes increases breast cancer chances, but it may be that an excess of insulin circulating in the bloodstream fuels the growth and spread of cancerous cells, according to study coauthor Guy D. Eslick, Dr.P.H., associate professor of surgery and cancer epidemiology at the University of Sydney.
Your takeaway: "It's reasonable to assume you can reverse your breast cancer risk by reversing your diabetes," says Eslick. He believes exercise and eating right to lose weight are the best tactics, but also recommends that women who are having trouble controlling their condition with lifestyle changes talk to their doctor about taking metformin. This diabetes drug may do double duty as a potent anti-breast-cancer agent, according to several preliminary studies.
Understanding Angelina Jolie's Decision
When actress Angelina Jolie, 38, announced in May that she'd had both breasts removed as a precautionary measure, it made headlines around the world. It also made many of us wonder who should have this surgery.
Prophylactic mastectomy may be a good choice for some women (like Jolie) who test positive for inherited gene mutations, known as BRCA1 or BRCA2. Carriers have about a 60% risk of eventually developing breast cancer compared to 12% for the average woman. Any woman who has had a close family member diagnosed with breast cancer by age 50 or two or more relatives diagnosed with ovarian cancer should consider testing. (Jolie's 61-year-old aunt died after a nine-year battle with breast cancer, and her mother died of ovarian cancer at 56.)
For women who test positive, prophylactic mastectomy isn't the only option. Close monitoring with mammograms and MRI scans can help catch breast cancer early, and medication, such as tamoxifen or raloxifene, can lower the risk too.
Real Wisdom from Real Survivors. Five women share sage advice for dealing with a diagnosis.
"Open your heart to help."
"I always did things for other people and took pride in never needing assistance myself," says Mia Koslow, 41, of Glen Ellyn, Illinois. Then neighbors gave her an Excel spreadsheet schedule of dinners they planned to deliver during the weeks of her chemo treatments in 2006. "It took me a while to acknowledge that I—not to mention my husband and kids—could use a hand," Mia says. "It became easier once I thought about how much pleasure comes from aiding others." Lotsahelpinghands.com lets you set up your own support community or one for a friend in need.
"Let movement heal you."
Annette Ramke, 41, of Jenkintown, Pennsylvania, underwent chemotherapy in 2008. "I got so caught up in being a busy mom and trying to make life normal that I completely neglected exercise." Then one day she decided to take a walk around the block, and it marked a turnaround. She realized, "Wow, I feel so much better!" Even during chemo, she found regular walking, yoga and Pilates helped bolster her energy. "Now staying active helps me feel confident, strong and back in control of my body," Annette says. Consider checking out Strength & Courage: Exercises for Breast Cancer Survivors ($20, strengthandcourage.net) or Yoga for Breast Cancer ($20, lbbc.org).
"Enlist a listener."
"The amount of info you have to process during a doctor's visit is overwhelming, especially when your feelings are in such high gear," recalls Cindy Sharkey, 43, of High Bridge, New Jersey, who was diagnosed in 2009. She found having her husband along was invaluable when it came to remembering things, although she jokes: "It probably would have been helpful to have even a third set of ears!" Keep notes and copies of all your lab results.
"Take care when doing research."
The first thing Susan Otto, 46, of Fishers, Indiana, did after learning in 2012 that the lump she found in her breast was cancerous was spend the day on the Internet surfing for more information. "By that night I was in tears because of all the terrifying and emotional things I'd read," she says. "It turns out that most of what I was reading didn't even pertain to me. Now I know better—I go to my oncologist when I have questions."
"Share your experience."
"I sent extensive e-mails about what I was going through to all my family and friends on a regular basis," says Mara B. Langer, 45, of San Mateo, California, who was diagnosed nine years ago. "They were really therapeutic. Plus they spared me from having to repeat details over and over again, while making it easier for people to feel
open and comfortable talking to me about it all." Create a group e-mail list or start your own blog at blogger.com or wordpress.com.
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Black Raven Brewing Expands Tap Room – Readies Wisdom Seeker Release
If you have yet to get out to Black Raven – shame on you. Come on, man. Black Raven is arguably the best brewer in the great State of Washington. Don't fear Redmond.
In all seriousness, Black Raven is a must visit. Located in a tiny commercial park in Redmond, Washington, Black Raven produces some of the best beer in Washington. From big IPAs, to well-conditioned barleywine and all the way to their new imperial stout(Grandfather Raven), their beer is incredible.
Well, now you have more reason to get out and visit them. Black Raven recently underwent construction to expand their taproom and add a second bar. The taproom can now accomodate a much larger amount of people, which will make cask night a bit more comfy.
If you need an excuse to head out there – tomorrow is Cask Night. Each Wednesday, Black Raven and Redmond's special bottle shop – Malt & Vine – do a dual cask event. Starting at 4 PM, both venues will host a special cask.
Also, the brewery plans on releasing the cult classic – Wisdom Seeker – later this month. Stay tuned to their website and twitter for more information on when the beer will hit the taps!
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The diagnosis of cancer presents many challenges, and you may feel a great deal of stress. Some people try to relieve stress by smoking, drinking, overeating, using drugs, or just "shutting down." Some people become violent or abusive in response to stress. These methods of coping have harmful side effects. By learning other ways to deal with symptoms of stress, you can avoid problems that may affect yourself or others and improve your overall quality of life.
Express yourself. Stress and tension affect our emotions. By expressing your feelings to others, you may be able to understand and cope with them.
- Join a support group. Talking about a problem with your spouse, a good friend, or other people with similar problems is a valuable way to reduce tension and stress.
- Artistic expression. Expressing yourself through writing, crafts, dance, or art also may be a good tension reliever. Some dance, writing, or art groups may be available especially for individuals diagnosed with cancer.
- Get moving. Regular, moderate physical activity may be the single best approach to managing stress. Walking briskly will take advantage of the rapid pulse and tensed muscles caused by stress and release your pent-up energy. After a long walk, your stress level is lower and more manageable.
- Be kind to your body and mind. Getting enough sleep, eating a nutritious diet, and taking time to do things you enjoy can contribute to an overall feeling of balance in your life and help reduce stress.
- Get help if you need it. Discuss your concerns with your doctor, counselor, or other health professional.
Relaxation skills
Whatever you do to manage stress, you can benefit from the regular use of relaxation skills.
The following methods of relaxation and meditation are among the simplest and most effective. They should be done twice a day for about 20 minutes. Pick a time and place where you won't be disturbed or distracted. After you've trained your body and mind to relax (2 to 3 weeks), you'll be able to produce that same relaxed state whenever you want.
Roll breathing
The way you breathe affects your whole body. Full, deep breathing is a good way to reduce tension and feel relaxed. The object of roll breathing is to develop full use of your lungs and get in touch with the rhythm of your breathing. It can be practiced in any position, but it is best to learn it lying on your back with your knees bent.
- Place your left hand on your abdomen and your right hand on your chest. Notice how your hands move as you breathe in and out.
- Practice filling your lower lungs by breathing so that your left hand goes up when you inhale and your right hand remains still. Always inhale through your nose and exhale through your mouth.
- When you have filled and emptied your lower lungs 8 to 10 times, add the second step to your breathing: Inhale first into your lower lungs as before, and then continue inhaling into your upper chest. As you do so, your right hand will rise and your left hand will fall a little as your abdomen falls.
- As you exhale slowly through your mouth, make a quiet, whooshing sound as first your left hand and then your right hand falls. As you exhale, feel the tension leaving your body as you become more and more relaxed.
- Practice breathing in and out in this manner for 3 to 5 minutes. Notice that the movement of your abdomen and chest is like rolling waves rising and falling in a rhythmic motion.
Practice roll breathing daily for several weeks until you can do it almost anywhere, providing an instant relaxation tool any time you need one.
Caution: Some people get dizzy the first few times they try roll breathing. If you begin to hyperventilate or become lightheaded, slow your breathing. Get up slowly.
Progressive muscle relaxation
The body responds to stressful thoughts or situations with muscle tension, which can cause pain or discomfort. Deep muscle relaxation reduces muscle tension and general mental anxiety, too. Progressive muscle relaxation is effective in combating stress-related health problems and often helps people get to sleep.
You can use a CD, a video from the Internet, or a smartphone app to help you go through all the muscle groups, or you can do it by just tensing and relaxing each muscle group.
Choose a place where you can lie down on your back and stretch out comfortably, such as a carpeted floor. Tense each muscle group for 4 to 10 seconds (hard but not to the point of cramping), then give yourself 10 to 20 seconds to release it and relax.
Now and then take the time to review all the muscle groups. Then relax each one a little more each time you use this method.
How to tense each muscle group
- Hands: Clench them.
- Wrists and forearms: Extend them and bend the hands back at the wrist.
- Biceps and upper arms: Clench your hands into fists, bend your arms at the elbows, and flex your biceps.
- Shoulders: Shrug them.
- Forehead: Wrinkle it into a deep frown.
- Around the eyes and bridge of the nose: Close your eyes as tightly as possible. (Remove contact lenses before beginning the exercise.)
- Cheeks and jaws: Grin from ear to ear.
- Around the mouth: Press your lips together tightly. (Check your facial area for tension.)
- Front of the neck: Touch your chin to your chest. (Check your neck and head for tension.)
- Chest: Take a deep breath and hold it, then exhale.
- Back: Arch your back up and away from the floor.
- Stomach: Suck it into a tight knot. (Check your chest and stomach for tension.)
- Hips and buttocks: Press the buttocks together tightly.
- Thighs: Clench them hard.
- Lower legs: Point your toes toward your face, as if trying to bring the toes up to touch your head. Then point your toes away and curl them downward at the same time. (Check the area from your waist down for tension.)
When you are finished, return to alertness by counting backwards from 5 to 1.
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Sailing date: May 22, 2020
Duration: 7-Nights
Departing from: Vancouver, British Columbia
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Day 1: Vancouver, British Columbia
Fri, May 22, 2020
Departs: 4:30 PM
Vancouver cruises.
Among the world's most liveable cities - diverse, cultural, beautiful - this culinary capital treats you to fresh local seafood, farm-to-table produce, and authentic Asian flavors. West Coast architecture - modernism with a woodsy bent - emerged here. But while downtown shines with steel and glass, its epicenter is green Stanley Park, a 1,000-acre oasis of spectacular beaches, trails, and views. North of town, ride scenic Sea to Sky Highway along the coast and through the forest toward Whistler, 2,200 feet above sea level. On your way, behold lofty Shannon Falls and brave the heart-pounding Sky Pilot Suspension Bridge.
(Photo: Waterfront in Vancouver, BC)
Day 2: Inside Passage (Cruising)
Sat, May 23, 2020
You'll sail beyond the Inside Passage into the more protected Alaska Inside Passage in southeastern Alaska. This complex labyrinth of fjords, bays, and lush green islands is home to an abundance of wildlife, including orca, mountain goats, bald eagles, bears, puffins, sea otters and much more. During the summer months, the long hours of daylight allow for ample opportunities for nature photos on your Inside Passage Cruise. You'll never forget the sight of 40-ton whales hurling themselves into the air, almost completely escaping the water. If you're especially lucky, you could see them swimming together to create a bubble net, trapping and eating fish by the giant mouthful.
Day 3: Ketchikan, Alaska
Sun, May 24, 2020
Docked: 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM
You've never tasted salmon so fresh. Known as the 'Salmon Capital of the World', Ketchikan is also the ancestral home of the Tlingit people, who have carved the world's largest collection of totem poles. If you're up for an adventure, take a canoe and nature trail excursion through the rain forest or a wilderness exploration followed by a sumptuous crab feast you'll long remember.
(Photo: Sunset in Ketchikan, Alaska)
Day 4: Icy Strait Point, Alaska
Mon, May 25, 2020
Docked: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
For thousands of years, the Tlingit Indians have called this place home. Located near the city of Hoonah, and home to a historic cannery, Icy Strait Point also offers travellers the chance to view wildlife like humpback whales, orcas, seals, eagles, and brown bears, or to explore monuments to the region's fishing heritage.
Day 5: Juneau, Alaska
Tues, May 26, 2020
Docked: 7:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Here's your chance to take a glacial dogsled adventure in Alaska's capital, where cultured sophistication meets the ruggedness of the Last Frontier.
(Photo: Beautiful black bear in Alaska's capital Juneau)
Day 6: Skagway, Alaska
Wed, May 27, 2020
Docked: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
The great Klondike Gold Rush lives on in Skagway's charming downtown of restored 19th-century buildings and its historic railway. Located on the edge of the wilderness, this small town saw its fair share of gold rush, get rich dreamers pass through. Today, it's residents are more than welcome to share the stories of its untamed past. And there's so much fascinating history to uncover on a Skagway cruise. Head to Klondike Gold Rush National Park Museum for an in-depth look at Klondike and the two routes out of Skagway – Chilkoot Pass and White Pass. From the vintage train, admire the mountains and see the 1898 trail that fortune seekers travelled on foot. The White Pass & Yukon Route Railroad runs the vintage locomotives through the famously steep Chilkoot Trail and offers sweeping mountain views during its climb toward Canada.
Day 7: Hubbard Glacier, Alaska (Cruising)
Thurs, May 28,2020
Cruising 7:00 AM 11: 00 AM
The Hubbard Glacier is located about 30 miles north off the coast of Yakutat and is by far one of Alaska's most exciting natural treasures. On your cruise to Hubbard Glacier, enjoy incredible picture-perfect views of this glorious mount of ice from about every angle on your ship. Named after Gardiner Hubbard, the founder and president of the National Geographic Society, Hubbard Glacier is the longest tidewater glacier in the world. Dramatically massive at about 7-miles wide, 76-miles long and as tall as a 30-story building above the waterline, it's the largest river of ice in North America. How this magnificent block came to form begins about 400 years ago from the snowfalls on the slopes of Mount Logan. While most of the world's glaciers are retreating, the Hubbard Glacier has continued to thicken over the years and on rare occasion will partially block Russell Fjord, temporarily damming its passage.
Cruise Hubbard Glacier and experience the wilds of Alaska as your ship makes its way through icy waters turning from Yakutat Bay into the narrow Disenchantment Bay to come face-to-face with the towering Hubbard Glacier. The strong currents and riptides that flow between Gilbert Point and the face of the glacier cause calving to occur on daily basis, sending massive chunks of ice crashing into Disenchantment Bay. Witness this awe-inspiring phenomenon onboard a Hubbard Glacier cruise through the misty, chilled air of the Gulf of Alaska. Our dedicated onboard naturalist narrates the experience and keeps an eye out for the whales, harbor seals, and otters that hunt and play in the waters of Yakutat Bay. It's an adventure of a lifetime.
(Photo: Celebrity Millennium cruising through the Hubbard Glacier)
Day 8: Seward, Alaska
Fri, May 29, 2020
Arrival: 5:00 AM
Edging the Kenai Peninsula and framed by the glacier-covered Kenai Mountains that run along its southeastern spine, Seward is a rustic port town whose grand terrain will leave you breathless. Discover the wonder of the Kenai Peninsula on a Seward cruise. The pristine wilderness is home to nesting seabirds, countless islands, wetlands, and breathtaking views. And, as the gateway to the Kenai Fjords National Park, the Harding Icefield — an expanse of ice and snow created over 23,000 years ago — is easily within reach and culminates in 40 glaciers that dramatically calve into the sea. The throngs of wildlife that course below, and glide above the glacial waters, are legion. Pods of humpback whales are known to breach when hunting, seals and sea lions lounge on rocky outcroppings and bald eagles hover overhead. The rugged landscape suits Seward's hardy locals well. Every July 4th, Seward's runners race 1.5 miles up and down Mount Marathon. Starting at sea level, the race rises 3,000 feet in elevation over very steep terrain. Runners race over gullies, ice, and snow, using their hands to haul themselves to the finish line. And, when not racing up mountains, you can find stalwart locals at city watering holes and dining spots, where you can savor fresh Alaskan seafood, filleted and flayed straight from the ocean to your plate. Situated at a grand natural intersection where bays and fjords stretching south to the Pacific meet the crested wilderness — and connected to communities extending northwards via the famously scenic Seward Highway — Seward is emblematic of the wildly beautiful state that is Alaska.


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1. Major Bren Derlin, who knows everyone's name on Hoth2. Toryn Farr3. General Veers pre-Hoth invasion4. R-3PO with authentic "Thank the Maker" tatoo on his ass5. Ice Cream Maker Guy, just for you Scott 6. Cloud Car pilot but only if Hasbro releases something for him to fly (hint, hint Hasbro)7. Treva Horme, although I've never this alien in the movie this list would be mighty boring without her.8. Utris M'Toc, the Star Trek wannabe. See #7 for comments9. non "Saturady Night Live" LobotHmmm, looking at my list, I've only determined nine. I know who I want, but since I'm too lazy to look up his name, I'll give you the actor's name. Are you ready? Why we don't have a figure of him yet, I have no idea. I present you my #10 choice, the most obscure character played by a well known actor in the OT:10. Scott Bakula's Imperial. That's right, the star of Quantum Leap and Necessary Roughness. Its gold baby, I'm telling you! Nobody would pass him up. Get to work Hasbro.
General Rieekan - First and foremost!Bespin Cloud Car Pilot - Presumably with the Twin Pod Cloud Car!Lando (Smuggler's outfit) - I know, it's an easy custom, but I'm lazy and not very talented so just give it to me...R-3PO (red protocol droid) - See Lando comment.Major Bren Derlin - Just gotta have Cliffy!And then the much needed resculpts:Lobot - The Disco era ended long ago, my bald friend...Bespin Leia - Just a more official (and better) version on standard card, rather than the PLC SG oneHoth Rebel Soldier - Needs a more accurate Hoth battlefield update.Dagobah Luke - Toned down from his Aahnold-esque proportions! Throw in a SG jacket as well.General Veers - Like everyone else has said: A standard Imperial version w/ snap on armorGuess that'll do it. Honorable mention to Toryn Farr, Admiral Ozzel, and of course ICMG!
Here's my current ESB want list:HOTH...-Wedge Antilles - Snowspeeder Pilot gear-Luke Skywalker - Snowspeeder Pilot gear, with removable helmet, lightsaber, blaster & holster, grappling hook & mine-Zev Senesca - Rogue 2 Snowspeeder Pilot
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Razor Vendor Takes Swipe at Wipes
INTERNET: Dollar Shave Club seeks to mirror bathroom success.
Michael Dubin isn't shy about his ambitions for Dollar Shave Club. Launching the company last year as a mail-order razor service was fine, but to put it in his words, "We want to own the bathroom."
Recently, Dollar Shave Club launched its second major product, one that the Venice company looks to ride toward the hallowed grounds of bathroom mavens.
The offering: a wipe for men.
To be specific, One Wipe Charlies, a durable, flushable wet nap, moistened with aloe vera and other salves that Dubin and company insist make it superior to the toilet paper of yore. Yes, even two-ply. It costs $4 for a pack of 40, but is only available to those on the razor plan.
Dollar Shave Club's first venture beyond the face is also the official start of its second act – an act in which it needs to become the company investors think it can be.
During the rest of this year, the e-commerce site will release four or five more items, all in the male grooming category. Even for a startup that was able to sign up 200,000 subscribers, who pay $1 to $9 a month to get four or five razor heads, the pressure is on to churn out a new big thing.
"A company like that has to continually check the pulse of customers and make changes to keep them in the fold," said Ira Kalb, a marketing professor at USC's Marshall School of Business. "It's not easy to get people to think about your other products, especially when your name is Dollar Shave Club."
Dubin admitted that selling shaving gear alone isn't enough. Among its subscribers, the largest chunk pays for the midrange option of $6 a month. Spread over an entire year, that amounts to just over $14 million in revenue, hardly a nick in the $6 billion men's shaving and grooming industry. That will need to change for Dubin, 34, to reach his stated goal of making the company a powerful name in consumer products.
And as Dollar Shave Club reaches the upper limits of where razors can take it, the company begins the process of establishing a larger brand, the center of which is Dubin himself.
He launched Dollar Shave Club into prominence by starring in a humorous introductory video that became a viral hit. The company has refrained from any follow-ups until now, with his new spot introducing One Wipe Charlies.
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John Harding of Colorado Springs had to leave his Super Bowl seats at halftime in New Jersey. The pain was that bad.
He said the Seattle fans never sat down and he couldn't see the game. And the pain. The pain.
"You know, it's like we didn't show up. It's a bummer," he said. "It reminds me of the old Super Bowls. It's depressing. It's really tough."
John paid $3,200 for a ticket. And the Broncos were losing 43-8 late in the fourth quarter.


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