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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (AP) -- A pediatric neurosurgeon says a tumor he removed from the brain of a Colorado Springs infant contained a tiny foot and other partially formed body parts.
Dr. Paul Grabb said he operated on Sam Esquibel at Memorial Hospital for Children after an MRI showed a microscopic tumor on the newborn's brain. Sam was 3 days old and otherwise healthy.
Grabb said that while removing the growth, he discovered it contained a nearly perfect foot and the formation of another foot, a hand and a thigh.
"It looked like the breach delivery of a baby, coming out of the brain," Grabb said. "To find a perfectly formed structure (like this) is extremely unique, unusual, borderline unheard of."
Grabb isn't sure what caused the growth but says it may have been a type of congenital brain tumor. However, such tumors usually are less complex than a foot or hand, he said.
The growth may also have been a case of "fetus in fetu" - in which a fetal twin begins to form within another - but such cases very rarely occur in the brain, Grabb said.
Sam's parents, Tiffnie and Manuel Esquibel, said their son is at home now but faces monthly blood tests to check for signs of cancer or regrowth, along with physical therapy to improve the use of his neck. But they say he has mostly recovered from the Oct. 3 surgery.
"You'd never know if he didn't have a scar there," Tiffnie Esquibel said.
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Friday, March 2, 2012
The Final Day of My 2nd Year
That presentation went amazingly. Nothing gives me more hope than teachers that want to know what is going on in the mind of a person on the spectrum. That presentation also presented a couple challenges as, right at the time I mentioned how school bells distracted me they went off and later on my composure was shaken when a thunderstorm producing hail hit. I didn't say anything, and I didn't get my phone out, but I wanted above anything else to look at the radar on my phone. I could see other people doing that so if anything major was about to hit I had faith that they would get us to safety.
Right now I sit at my dad's house awaiting my ride to Washington University and my first ever time as a keynoter. I still don't know fully know what I'm going to say or in the order I'm going to say it. Maybe that's a good thing, maybe it's the worst thing possible, but I'm going to enjoy my 45 minutes and hopefully say stuff that is really relevant. From the presentation my dad will be taking me to the airport as I head West to Phoenix for the race.
I would write more but time is wearing thin. One thing though, I am planning on doing a video blog tomorrow to commemorate the start of my 3rd year at this (Monday will be the 3rd year for my blog) and also announcing an exciting string of events that I am planning to do for Autism Awareness Month. I'll probably film it at the track so it might be tomorrow evening before it goes up... and if the hotel doesn't have wi-fi then it might be Sunday or Monday before it goes up, but in any event be looking for that this weekend.
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Aaron, It is encouraging to see teachers take an interest in learning more about the spectrum and how they can help these children become successful in the classroom and in life as well. I just wish more would grasp the need to become educated in this. It is people like you who bring your own life's experiences to help educate the school staff as well as the public so that our children can also become productive citizens in our society. And I thank you for that.
ReplyDeleteRepliesI was one of the teachers at the presentation yesterday and I thought Aaron did a great job working through the storm. At my school, we already have a few children diagnosed and a few that are currently being assessed for autism. Aaron's presentation really helped put things in perspective. Many of the things that he mentioned are things that we, as teacher's, don't think about. But now knowing and looking back at things that have happened, it completely makes sense. Thanks Aaron! I look forward to reading more about this!
- AnonymousMarch 3, 2012 at 2:47 PM
I really enjoyed your presentation on Friday. I have a grandson that is non-verbal, but has many of the same OCD tendencies on the spectrum. I'm optimistic that he has an opportunity to be happy and productive, like yourself! Thank you!
ReplyDelete Hi,Aaron,
I have a real important question. Has anyone of your contacts knowledge about the using of prednisolon or kortison for kidneys function? My autistic fosterson is in the hospital because he has a kidneys disfunction with this medication for 4 weeks, high blood pressure and today also seizures. This night they will take samples from cerebrospinal fluid. I cant sleep. For any answers I would be glad.
Nice regards , SakuraThank you, I am really sick with worry. I have asked professionals, but I know from my studies, that research is only on the beginning. There are in UK and USA more experiences than in Germany.
You are right Issha, we can only pray. The boy is beliefing in me. And I can not help enough. I will write to my university, may be, they can answer in short time. Fingers crossed...

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If the headline had been: "Is Scott Crawford Better Off Without Standard Food"? The answer would have been a resounding "YES!" I dined often at Standard when Crawford was there because the food was the best in Raleigh and the service and staff were spot on! I've dined once at Standard since it reopened sans Crawford. Once was enough. The food was good but not memorable. However, what was memorable was the bar service. It was deplorable. Last night, I dined for the 4th time at Crawford and Son. As usual, the food was excellent and, as usual, the service was spot on.
. . .Countless churches should lose their tax-exempt status and / or be prohibited from federal programs because their church pastors and leaders (intentionally or not) refuse to provide economic opportunities to some of the very people who are being used as commodity for federal dollars. Also, (via BOGUS NONPROFITS) too many church leaders and pastors are involved in: deceptive trade practices / undisclosed identity-of-interest relationships, transactions, and collusion / federal contract procurement non-compliance / illegal nepotism / catching the poor (Psalms 10:9) / and unlawfully refusing to extend jobs to people in need instead of creating careers for their families and friends. Hocus-Pocus Religion, Politicized Churches and Federally-Funded Oppression @ http://www.lawgrace.org/2016/11/28/hocus-pocus-religion-politicized-churches-and-federally-funded-oppression/
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. . . federal programs and grants awarded to churches for addressing social poverty, and other maladies are not intended for accomplishing sealed and rigged bidding, and non-competitive businesses and careers for pastors families. Reiteratively, federal programs and funding are not to be transformed into private, family-owned church companies. Federal procurement statutes require government funding recipients to take affirmative steps to give economic opportunities to individual and small businesses.
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Emma Laperruque and your response to this situation have been very unprofessional. Seeing the way both your organization and she has handled this has made me lose all trust in anything Indy-week publishes about a restaurant. She is unqualified and your display of Facebook comments clearly show why she was put in that position, YOU are unqualified too. This looks like a bunch of teenagers trying to cyberbully one of the popular kids. Grow up. Be professional. This isn't a college newspaper.
Please, Mr. Keen, inform us on what kind of person Hilary Clinton is. But please leave out the innuendo, unsupported and false information. I would certainly appreciate becoming more informed and less ignorant (as you put it), especially from a person who claims to know so much about Clinton that we are all apparently missing.
Thank you for doing this when it wasn't easy! I hope you will eventually talk to me at some point again before it's over.
Wow I didn't know this young man, but my heart is so heavy for his family, I know he was a wonderful man, I can tell by all the wonderful comments and his smile is to die for. May god bless and keep his son and family. He died on my son's 43rd birthday.
She was saved in 1974. So was I, but it didn't stick.
In 1976-1977, Michael Jordan was in my homeroom at Trask Middle School. He had a sense of humor back then. I presume he still does. Hidden away, perhaps, but still there.
Your caller may have a sharper pivot, though. It's close.
The author states that we have an imperfect system. Indeed. And his rationale of voting for the lesser of two evils is what maintains this system. Vote for the candidate that most aligns with your vision for your country and don't worry about anybody else.
Hillary is like prune juice. You don't really care for it and it is hard to swallow. But if you don't you'll be full of s__t for years to come.
If they cared about democracy they wouldn't have made a mockery of it during the primary.
Understandable take on the presidential race, but glosses over the benefits a third-party could gain from hitting the 5 percent threshold in the election.
Yes, I would be thrilled to vote for a criminal who has sold her country out for cash.
This was a great essay that precisely mirrors my own experience. I too opted not to vote in 2000, in my case because Nader wasn't on the ballot in NC. As a 20 year-old I should have known better, but I can't fully condemn young voters for clinging to Stein or Johnson since I made the same mistake myself. As for the 30 and 40 and 50 year-olds out there though, there's no excuse. If you don't vote for Hillary then you are unequivocally demonstrating that you are OK with a Trump presidency. If that's how you feel then fine, I think you're wrong but at least you're not playing yourself. As you so succinctly put it though, Gary Johnson and Jill Stein are not going to be president, and when you do anything besides vote for Clinton, you are saying I'm doing nothing tangible to keep President Trump from happening.
Worst. Advice. Ever.
The whole "vote for her because we hate Trump more" rhetoric is exactly why we have this pair of dullards running for office, and why millions of Americans that aren't enamored with either of them will still cast their vote for their respective shrunk-wrapped brands of democracy.
Neither of the major parties has even come close to earning my vote, which is why I will proudly vote for a third party. At least I'll be able to look people in the eyes and tell them that I voted my conscience, instead of trying to pick the lesser of the evils -- a more daunting task in this election than any prior election I've been old enough to vote in.
Your unnecessarily lengthy spiel in defense of Republicans suppressing votes, doesn't seem to be needed, as like you said, even after the Democrats passed legislations to make voting easier, Republicans won across the state. So, what are you so afraid of?
Burr if anyone has noticed is nothing but an asshole and a corporate lackey...He works for corporate and not for the citizens of this state he has supported everything bad that has happened here in our beautiful state and left to republicans our state will be nothing but poisoned water and land and AIR...as long as his rich buddies make enourmous profits at our expense....All of us who work for a living will suffer the theological and corporate bull shit these assholes have pulled on us.....They havent saved us a dime on taxes...in fact we pay more now than ever and get nothing in return...They are LIARS and CROOKS period.
McCory=AsshOle......2016 is our time to kick these crooked scum suckers out of office.
The McCrory cabal lies on spec.
If you've seen Richard Burr outside of a major GOP "give me your bucks bazaar"--raise your hand! Oh, my!! Not many regular North Carolinians get to see or hear from Burr about jobs, affordable housing or bringing home the bacon. What's more-- the "invisible" senator was nowhere to be found Tuesday when his party's presidential nominee spoke in Wilmington. Huh? Guess Burr doesn't want North Carolinians to know he supports Trump because the party told him who to back and how to vote.
Maybe Richard Burr can explain why an American flag lapel pin makes him more patriotic than anyone else. Patriotism is about loyalty to America not allegiance to a political party over all else. Patriotism is about protecting the rights of all, including the incendiary and threatening comments of "Donny Dangerous."
BTW, gov. Pat McCrory didn't shy away from saying he supports Trump. McCrory delivered a cutesy stump speech for his flagging gubernatorial campaign.
Non-profits are just innocuous little entities existing in their own isolated corner of the economy. They do not hurt the economy, but they certainly do not carry it, either. Non-profits serve one distinct purpose – bettering the world while zeroing out their books. Non-profit organizations are a steady source of employment. Just because non-profits are not allowed to carry forward does not mean their operation does not require specialized jobs to be filled. In fact, in terms of day-to-day operations, non-profits run very similarly to for-profit corporations. Non-profits, like for-profits, rely on computer programmers, accountants, graphic designers and other specialized workers to ensure smooth operation. AGC founder Alan Gavornik personally commits his 32 years of entrepreneurship and business development excellence to facilitating the causes of the philanthropic community. AGC is committed to the prudent application of the successful business models and principals of the private sector to those of the philanthropic and public sector markets. His consulting, coaching and training services to the non-profit community are delivered on both a discounted basis as well as through a host of pro bono engagements. AGC has a mission to boost the performance of non profit clients by using decades of private sector experience tailored to the following areas;
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Welcome to our Vacation Rental! 100% Recommended 5 Reviews
Welcome to "The Aspen's on Blackcomb' - for proximity to ski lifts and Whistler village this is the ultimate ski in/out location!
A spacious, FULLY RENOVATED, wonderfully furnished, slopeside 1 bedroom condo.
Property Features:
*Live Reservations - just click on the RESERVE NOW button at any time to make your instant, fully secure reservation!
*37"LCD TV in living area (not included in photo gallery)
* Master bedroom with1 x King sized bed (or 2 twin beds if requested prior to arrival) *top quality queen sized sleeper sofa for extra guests
* Fully renovated bathroom with limestone counter, heated floors, custom tile and imported fixtures
* Full sized modern kitchen with new quality stainless steel appliances *large granite bar area *Gas fireplace
*VCR/DVD/CD player
* Free Wireless internet access
*Air Conditioning
*3 outdoor hot tub's overlooking the slope *Heated year round pool , fitness room,
FREE ski valet in complex
*Secure, underground parking
*Walk to village, ski in right to the main courtyard area .
*All guests check-in at front desk on arrival
Concierge service is available for our guests. Our concierge, is available to assist with transportation to the resort, equipment rentals, dinner reservations, ski/board lessons, pre-arrival grocery shopping (small fee), child care, spa services, and more, so that you will have a carefree, relaxing vacation. Once you make your reservation, our concierge will be contacting you to assist with all your needs and questions.
What our clients say: "Anne & Peter, Thank you. We truly enjoyed our stay and will be return customers for sure.Yours is the third property we have rented at Whistler this year and was hands down the best. We really like the quality finish you put into the unit as well as the ski in/out flexibility. You will hear from us again."
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Stunning all new kitchen with stainless appliances, granite slab bar area
Masterbedroom with a king sized bed, if preferred can be 2 x twins
Spacious living area, the best of the Aspen's!
Spacious Master Bedroom with King bed or 2 x twin beds
or select 2 twin beds in the master bedroom, must be requested prior to arrival
Deluxe bathroom, heated floors, custom tile, limestone slab counter
This is the view looking down hill from Aspen's courtyard. Blackcomb Day Lodge is building in left. Adjacent to this the High speed Wizard Chairlift. A quick stroll to restaurants and apres ski
Super slopeside location
Just relax in the heated pool or 3 hot tub's after a day on the slope
Full high end kitchen, everything is brand new! Stainless appliances.
This is area just out side ASPEN'S courtyard. A 2 minute walk to the base of Blackcomb (building on left is the Day Lodge) to the left of here is the Wizard high speed quad chairlift.
The Aspen's is located off Spearhead Drive (Spearhead Place) , right on the slope, you cannot get closer than this! True Ski-in Ski-out convenience.
Relax and enjoy the new out door Hot tub. One of 3 new hot tub's in the couryard of Aspen's
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Rates are quoted in Canadian $. Rates quoted are per night (for up to 4 people) Instantly reserve & confirm your reservation with VISA or MASTERCARD payment directly from our web site in a single step by clicking on RESERVE NOW . This is a secure payment gateway. Bookings are instantly confirmed.
Applicable Taxes | GST of 5% applies, Prov Muni Hotel Tax of 10% applies (taxes not included in the rates below) |
Rates Calculation | Minimum night stay requirements are based on your arrival season only. Get a Price Estimate in Your Currency |
Season | Start Date | End Date | # of Nights | Rate/nt | Comments |
Mid Season 2 | Mar 21, 2017 | Apr 30, 2017 | 4 + 5 + 7 + |
$275.00 $199.00 $179.00 |
Payment Info
On line Visa/Mastercard. Direct transfer.
Policy | Amount Required | Due Date | Payment Accepted |
Reservation Deposit | 25.00% of total | Due at time of booking | Online CreditCard via this website |
Balance of Payment | Full remainder | 45 days prior to arrival | |
Damage Deposit | $500.00 | Charged up to this maximum after departure if property is damaged, requires excessive cleaning, or if items are missing. | |
Less than 45 days prior to arrival | Full payment | At time of booking |
Property Description
Sleeping Areas & Beds
Master bedroom
Spacious master bedroom with a king sized bed that can be split into 2 twin beds (please request at time of reservation and our maid service will prepare this for you). Down duvet, California shutters
Room Type | Private Bedroom (Has a door & windows) |
Sleeps | 2 |
Beds | 1 King (can split to singles) |
Floor Level | 1 |
Living area
Top quality queen sofa bed with 6'' deep mattress. I can testify this is very comfortable!
Room Type | Common Area (A living area with a temporary bed) |
Sleeps | 2 |
Beds | 1 Queen Sofa Bed |
Floor Level | 1 |
Bathroom 1
Large bathroom off the master bedroom. Completely renovated with a touch of luxury. Imported chrome fixtures, beautiful limestone counter and heated floors.
Is Ensuite Bathroom | No |
Includes | Bath, Hairdryer, Heated Floors, Shower, Soap, Vanity |
Open concept. Over sized granite island bar for eating, entertaining, with 4 leather & chrome bar stools. Beautiful top of the line stainless steel appliances. We have installed a very quiet dishwasher! Lot's of cookware, utensils, gadets and paper supplies.
Blender | Yes, very nice chrome finish |
Coffee Maker | Yes |
Cooking/Eating Utensils | Yes, absolutely everything! |
Dishwasher | Yes, stainless and very quiet |
Fridge | GE stainless steel, latest design with refigerator at top, pull out freezer drawer |
Garburator | Yes |
Kettle | Yes |
Microwave | Yes, stainless steel |
Oven | Yes, slide-in range with convection feature.Stainless steel |
Stove | Yes. Stainless steel. |
Toaster | Yes, Cuisinart |
Living Area
Bright cosy & spacious. Relax in beautiful surrounds. Enjoy our unique fireplace.
Dining Area
Casually dine on the oversized Granite Island bench with 4 bar stools. All open concept. Great lighting throughout the entire space.
Special Features
Fully upgraded modern slopeside property is unique in both quality and style. From the moment you enter this property you will appreciate the attention to detail and the uncompromising finishes that will make your vacation at The Aspen's a memorable experience. The true SKI-IN, SKI-OUT location of the Aspen's and it's proximity to the Village amenities makes this one of Whistler's most desirable vacation choices .
Client testamonial: Dear Ann and Peter Your apartment was absolutely fabulous,great location,beautiful decor.Should I came to Whistler in near future I would definitely book again your place,anyway I will certainly recommend it to my friends.Staying in your apartment gave me few ideas about decorating my house on seaside in Montenegro.Once again I would like to take this opportunity to e thankyou for making our holiday wonderful experience. Need a larger condo? We have a 2 bedroom close by at the Glacier Lodge: http://www.alluradirect.com/188
Decor | Clean, contempory and luxurious. |
Exposure | Very quiet side of building, afternoon sun. |
Fireplace | Beautiful Italian limestone. |
Complimentary internet access., Complimentary Concierge Services. You can access this wireless internet with your own laptop and all details are included in your check-in instructions which are provided by Whistler Reception Services.
. New LCD Flat screen TV in living area. The Aspen's offers year round heated pool, 2 hot tub's, ski valet, exercise facilities,direct access to the slope and walking distance to wonderful resturants and boutiques. There is a great day spa next door for those wanting a little pampering!
GUEST TESTAMONIAL: Hello Anne and Peter Judge, I just wanted to let you know how much we enjoyed our stay at your condominium. We appreciated how well-equipped it was. We actually used the BBQ too. Some of our family members had rented condos thru the hotel and were definitely impressed (and jealous) when they saw how beautiful your condo was. The Concierge Service was very helpful when I contacted them before we left. Upon our arrival, we found a note and some discount cards she had left for us. We found the discount cards very helpful. I also want to thank both of you for the detailed original receipt and GST refund information. I will send that in today. I appreciate your thoroughness and foresight. I hope we left everything in proper order. We would like to rent from you in the future. Thank you again, Cheryl
Private Amenities
24 HR Emergency Maintenance | yes |
Air Conditioning | Yes, |
Baby/Infant Equipment | Available on line at www.babysonthego.com this company will deliver and collect after departure |
Basic Food Staples | Our concierge will be able to deliver basic items prior to your arrival in winter months |
BBQ | Yes, propane, on patio |
Cable TV | Yes |
Check-In Assistance | Check in at front desk on arrival |
Coded Access | Yes, no keys required |
Complimentary Housekeeping | For stays 7 nights + this is included. No charge for cleaning on departure |
Deck | Included |
Dining Area | Open concept, seats 4. |
Dishwasher | Yes, stainless and very quiet |
DVD Player | Yes |
Fireplace | Gas, tiled with Italian Limestone |
Fresh Linens | 100% Cotton linens provided. Plenty of extra towels |
Internet Access | as well an Apple IBook laptop to use during your stay |
Iron and Ironing Board | Yes |
Lift Ticket Delivery | Included |
Living Area | Open concept, very comfortable and spacious with beautiful furniture, |
Patio Furniture | Yes, aluminum bistro furniture |
Stereo | CD player |
Telephone | Yes, |
VCR | Yes , combination VCR/DVD. |
Shared Amenities
Fitness Facilities | Yes, adjacent to pool/hot tub area |
Guest Parking | Plenty of extra parking available |
Hot Tub | 2 out door hot tubs - next to swimming pool, slopeside views |
Laundry Facilities | close by on all levels |
Meeting Rooms | yes |
Pool | Large Heated 12 months a year, with great views to the slope |
Secure Reserved Parking | Obtain parking validation at front desk on arrival, $12 daily |
Secure Ski and Bike Storage | Ski Valet service lobby level for all guests, complimentary |
Concierge service is available for our guests. Our concierge, is available to assist with transportation to the resort, equipment rentals, dinner reservations, ski/board lessons, pre-arrival grocery shopping (small fee), child care, spa services, and more, so that you will have a carefree, relaxing vacation. Once you make your reservation, our concierge will be contacting you to assist with all your needs and questions.
24 HR In-Resort Emergency Help | All guests have assistance 24/7 during their stay |
Emergency Check-In Service | Guests will check-in at a front desk on arrival into the resort. This front desk is open 24 hours for check-in |
Garbage Pickup | Mid stay cleans are included depending on length of stay. Guests are required to remove garbage from unit when service days are not scheduled. |
Lift Ticket Delivery | If lift tickets are ordered online they can be collected form the Advance ticket purchase counter at the base of the Mountain |
Organize Childminding | Our Concierge company will be happy to assist you for any additional childcare needs. I would suggest booking in advance as these companies do book out fast. |
Resort Tours | Can be arranged by Concierge Service |
Location & Map
Possibly Whistler's best slopeside location. With easy walking distance to the Village resturants and night life, The Aspen's has it all. Walk to the end of the courtyard click on your skis and you are a minute away from the Wizard quad chair on Blackcomb. Situated perfectly above the famous Fairmont Chateau Whistler Resort Hotel. Our property is located facing the "outside" of the complex and faces towards the West for the afternoon sun. It faces the treed area on the West of the building so it VERY quiet and private...you will feel like you are alone in the forest!
Access Time to Lifts
Ski in Ski out |
Access Time to Shops & Restaurants
Less than 5 minutes drive |
Free transport to village & lifts |
Less than 10 minutes walk |
Access Time to Grocery Stores
Less than 5 minutes drive |
Free transport to village & lifts |
Less than 10 minutes walk |
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Our policies are firm and will require your acceptance when you choose to book our home. Please ensure that you read them carefully and contact us if you should have any questions or concerns about them. Deposit is non-refundable. Balance payment is refundable, less 5% transaction fees, if booking is cancelled 60 days or greater in advance. Reservations cancelled 59 days or less in advance are refunded only if we replace your booking. These refunds issued the first day of your (cancelled) arrival where applicable. Damage deposit - please read carefully as there is a zero tolerance policy for excessive cleaning and any damage to the property on departure ( including carpet).
Excessive cleaning costs will be charged back to clients and they are charged to your damage deposit. A standard clean for this property of 5 hours is included on your nightly rate. If on departure the cleaning exceeds 5 hours this cost will be chaged at an hourly rate of $35 Cdn plus gst tax back to the guest. The cleaning company inform owners and we advise guests if the cleaning was excessive and what if so what charges will apply.
We pre approve a damage deposit for the amount of $500 This is activated at the front desk on arrival/check-in by staff. This is not charged at all, this is an approval only. On departure should there be any damage to the property the client will be contacted bu us regarding damage and outcome. If you have any questions regarding this please dont hesiate to contact us prior to your departure. Pease make life easier by discussing any damage that may have occurred prior to check-out. Excessive cleaning will be charged back to the client accordingly.
Suitability & Eligibility Policies
Adults - Min Age to Stay: 25 | We will not accommodate people under 25 years. |
Long Term Renters (Monthly) | email us for off season availability. |
Non-Smokers Only | Absolutely no smoking. |
Seniors | |
Young Adult Groups 17-24 With Accompanying Age-Eligible Adult(s) |
Graduation & Stag/Stagette Parties | We no longer accept weekend graduation or stag/ette parties in our home due to repetitive and extreme cleaning & damage costs over the years. |
Pets | Strata do not allow pets in this building, sorry. |
Wheelchairs | |
Young Adult Only Groups 17-24 |
Reservation & Cancellation Policies
Cancellations Made by Guests | Cancellation by Guest: All payments are non-refundable . If we can replace your booking, we will refund your money at the re-booked rate minus a 4% cancellation fee |
Courtesy Hold Reservations | We do not hold reservations with out payment. |
Delayed Arrivals | We cannot be responsible for a delayed arrival. No refunds for a delayed arrival |
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Guest Account Termination | The Owner or their Contact reserve the right to request permanent Guest account inactivation from this web sites technical administrators in the event of one or more of the following Guest actions: intentional property policy violation causing material damage or fines, Guest misrepresentation and/or fraud, intentionally defacing or damaging public or private property, breaking laws and bylaws, theft, public indecency, harassment, causing bodily or emotional harm & disturbing the peace after repetitive warnings. Guests will be notified by email of account termination. Guests may choose to appeal their account termination. Guests may be given the chance to reconcile with the Owner as a condition of preserving or reversing their account status. Account termination prevents the Guest from booking this or any other property that uses the same web site |
Guest Stay Contract | Once you have paid on line this is your guest stay contract, we do not require you to fax anything to us. |
Ineligible Guests Reservation Reversal | The Owner or their Contact reserves the right to cancel reservations made by, and refuse business to: Guests who do not meet the policies published in this property's Policies Table at the time of booking and past Guests known to have : intentionally violated rental property policies, damaged and/or defaced rental properties through intentionally destructive and/or negligent behavior, engaged in theft, broken local bylaws and laws, committed fraud or who misrepresented themselves, and Guests who have caused bodily or emotional harm to any third parties. Reservations may be cancelled up to a maximum of 48 hours from the time the ineligible Guest made the booking. Guests will be issued a refund by personal cheque. Refunds will be adjusted for any payment processing expenses |
Late Reservation Payments | Not permitted. Late payments will result in cancellation of booking without refund |
Privacy | The Owner, their booking Contact and this web sites technical administrators agree to not sell, refer, rent or divulge to any third parties the names or personal information of their Guests without prior written consent from the Guests, except under force of law, or for law enforcement purposes relating to policy and property violation. The Owner and their booking Contact also agree to not use Guest personal information for any reason other than its original intended purpose without written consent from the Guests. Guests agree to not sell, refer, rent or divulge to any third parties the names or personal information of the Owner or their booking Contact without prior written consent from the Owner and/or Contact, except under force of law or for law enforcement purposes. Guests also agree to not use Owner or Contact personal information for any reason other than its original intended purpose without written consent from the Owners and their Contact. |
Property Sale | All bookings will be preserved in the event of a property sale. If the booking is not preserved by the new Owners, the new Owners will be contractually bound to move your booking at their expense. |
Reservation Changes | Reservations may be changed in compliance with our cancellation policy. You may lengthen your reservation if availability permits. If you would like to shorten your reservation, please note that your deposit calculated on the orignial amount is non-refundable; if you have already paid the balance, then your balance is similarly non-refundable. If you have not paid the balance,then it will be re-adjusted to reflect your shortened reservation. |
Guest Stay Policies
Check-In Time | 4pm, earlier maybe pre-arranged. If you require earlier please email email@example.com or tel 604 966 0999 |
Check-Out Time | 10am, may be later if pre arranged. |
Complaints Concerning Property | Report all property complaints or obvious damage caused by previous Guests to us immediately, by phone and by email as they become evident. Serious problems should be reported with supporting photographs. We will make our best efforts to rectify problems within 24 hours of notification. Failure to notify us of property-related problems while in the property and as they become evident, will forfeit any rights or claims against us regarding property condition after your departure. |
Excessive Cleaning Costs | Guests will pay for excessive cleaning costs. |
Excessive Noise | This is a family-oriented, quiet development. Noise complaints may result in eviction by local police or security personnel. Normal conversation and laughing pitch is permitted. Screaming, swearing, yelling, etc are not. |
Garbage Removal | Guests are responsible for their own garbage removal on days tha the condo is not serviced. |
Housekeeping | Includes clean on arrival; cleaned after departure; every 5th day if staying 8 days or more. Extra house keeping can be pre arranged at guests own expense |
Internet Availability & Usage | Complimentary WIFI |
Liability | The Guest doing the booking is responsible and liable for all damages for ensuring that these policies are respected and adhered to. Guest releases property owners from liability for theft or injury while in transit to the property, in the property,or on resort lands |
Locking Door | Guests will lock the door when they leave the property to avoid /minimize theft or break-ins. |
Maintenance Emergencies | Call Whistler Reception Services - details in check-in email |
Maximum Sleeping Capacity | 4 people maximum, excess guests will be evicted. Additional persons will result in immediate eviction. Owner also reserves the right to reverse the reservation within 24 hours of booking |
Missing Items | Guests will assume costs of replacing items that are missing upon the Guest departure. |
Noise Restrictions | Disturbing neighboring residents is prohibited. Fines will be levied on the spot to Guests who are disturbing the peace. Guests may also be evicted from the premise by the strata security company. Guests are also responsible for fines levied agains the Owner as result of noise bylaw infringements by the Guest. Normal conversation pitch is accepted. Continued screaming, yelling and/or swearing is not. The Owner will not refund evicted Guests. |
Parking & Ticketing | secure parking available $12 daily, less for longer stays. Must purchase ticket on arrival at vending machine in lobby, please collect teh magnetic card to access underground parking area from front desk staff. |
Property Damage | Guest assumes are financial responsibility for property damage incured by tennants or guest of tennants. We get an approval for $500 tp cpver the damage of our computer and anything ion the condo-this is not charged at all unless any damage occurs |
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Resort Information | Whistler Reception Services will provide Resort Information on confirmation of your booking. |
Ski & Snowboard Gear Storage | Please do not store gear inside condo. Free valet storage available to all guests. This is located in teh ski shop, in the lobby area. Drop off gear on check in and this will be stored free of charge for you |
Terms of Eviction | Will be evicted for excessive noise, common and private property damage, disturbing the peace. |
Guarantees Policies
My Web Site Guarantee | I will honour everything posted on my web site. |
Reservation Guarantee | If our property is damaged & we cannot fulfill your reservation, you will be given the option to either cancel your reservation with a 100% refund, or be moved to a comparable property. Owners will assume additional accommodation-related relocation costs up to $1000 CAD. If a comparable property is not available, the booking will be cancelled with a full refund. |
Snow Guarantee | For each day that greater than 70% of the lifts are closed due to extraordinary weather conditions, the Owner will refund 50% of 1 corresponding night. Guest must notify Owner on the qualifying day so that lift status can be verified. Valid Jan 1-March 31 |
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This 'select' Aspen's condo is great value, come and stay in one of the best in the Aspen's . Ground floor location. We own and rent out properties privately
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All guests check-in at a front desk with our rentals and are assisted though out their stay.
We offer good rates and very good value. Free internet in all properties.
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Here's what our clients say:
Hear what our most recent client had to say: , Thank you so much for opening your home to us this past week. We had a fantastic stay in Whistler. Your home was perfect and so well stocked with things we needed during our trip. We have stayed at many places in Whistler and your place by far is our favorite! Thank you for the bottle of wine also.
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gerry from Robina, Australia
Date: Feb-17-2017 for a stay in Feb 2017
Comfortable unit. Had a few minor issues, a few lights not working, tap over bath/shower needs replacing, internet instructions appear to be incorrect. First two items were actioned promptly, but the tap was glued which reoffended. Needs to be replaced. We managed to fluke the internet connection, but not to the network given. Not sure what the other network was, but it worked. Ski in/out was great and the hotel staff were excellent.
View Full ReviewSo sad to leave!
Krista from Whistler, Canada
Date: Oct-07-2016 for a stay in Sep 2016
Peter was a pleasure to rent from. He made the experience easy and wonderful. The unit was beautifuly decorated and very clean! Thank you again Peter!
View Full ReviewGreat location!!
Stacey from Snoqualmie, United States
Date: Mar-11-2016 for a stay in Feb 2016
Overall, this is a great place to stay. If you're looking for ski in/ski out, the location can't be beat. It was easy to get to Whistler Village - the free shuttle bus comes by very often. It's a few minutes walk to the bus stop, but we never had to wait more than a few minutes for the bus to show up. The unit itself has everything you need for two people. I think it would be crowded with any more than that.
Ski valet was very convenient and the people working there were extremely friendly. However they close at 6pm which means if you want to go to Whistler Village for apres ski, you would not be back in time to check in your skis and you're not supposed to take the skis into the building to your unit (signs say that you can be fined). I don't know how you are supposed to work around that.
It was annoying to have to pay for parking considering I am sure the owner gets one free parking space - if they are not using it, why can't their guests? But this is not unique to the Aspens - almost every complex up there seems to charge for parking in the winter.
The only problem with this unit - and it is significant - is that the management is off site. Whenever we would call them with a question or problem they would never get back to us. It's hard to communicate with them, especially when you are on the slopes all day. There also seemed to be a lack of communication between them and the owners. We had arranged with the owners for a later check out - we were told we could stay until noon instead of 10am. The manager knew nothing about this, so we confirmed with the owners while we were there and made sure the managing agent had a copy of that confirmation (by email). At 11am my friend was locked out of the unit with all of her belongings inside. She had been planning to ski that day until leaving for the airport so this was extremely frustrating for her. There are other units in the Aspens that are managed on-site and I would recommend renting one of them. I would also recommend to the owners that they use that agent.
Despite that, we really did have a great stay and loved this unit. I would definitely stay at the Aspens again.
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Rachel from Bardfield Saling, United Kingdom
Date: Feb-10-2016 for a stay in Jan 2016
We had another great stay at #1**. The location is fantastic and the bed is so comfortable. It was great that there was little things like fresh salt and pepper, cling wrap, foil and other condiments which saved on an expensive shop for things that normally get left behind! The shared hot tub is a very welcome luxury at the end of the day! We also enjoyed the luxury of Netflix on the TV for lazy nights in front of the fire on the lovely comfortable sofa which we used as a handy bed a couple of nights due to one of us having a cough.
The apartment was clean and we had a mid-stay clean which was very good, leaving us with lovely fresh towels, hoovered throughout and kitchen/bathroom cleaned.
The kitchen facilities were great as we enjoy cooking meals in the kitchen, however there were a few things that would make this a lot easier: Please supply teaspoons - there are none; wooden chopping board is broken in half so a new one is needed; a better cheese grater; a non-stick baking tray for roasting chicken fillets etc.....there is currently nothing for this so we had to use a glass bowl.
View Full ReviewSplendid apartment
Rob Gordon from Linden Park, Australia
Date: Feb-22-2015 for a stay in Feb 2015
So we opened the door after a long flight, and thought how fabulous! The apartment was exactly as the photos and description depicted - which is always a good thing. It was clean, comfortable and the kitchen was well appointed, with all the necessary cooking implements that you need. The bed was super comfy too. It was perfect for a couple. It's really close to Blackcomb lifts and we had no issues with ski-in ski-out even with the really poor snow season this year.
I was a little worried about the distance to Whistler town centre, but it's only a 5 to 8 minute stroll along an attractive path, and we happily did that every night for 8 nights! The hot spas were a welcome relief after a long day skiing, and were well maintained by the complex. The complex also has a ski/snowboard valet service, for overnight storage. Would definitely comeback to the Aspens again, and to this unit if it was available.
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Item Description
Title: Ferry at Bolton
- Dean, Theron S.
Source Document
Extent: 1 lantern slide ; 3.25 x 4 in.
Date Created: August , 1920
Genre(s): photographs, lantern slides
- Long Trail See it on a map
- Town of Bolton See it on a map
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2007-06-12, Center for Digital Initiatives, University of Vermont Libraries
Type of Resource: still image
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BMOP/sound presents the Persian-influenced compositions of Iranian-born Reza Vali in Toward That Endless Plain, featuring Persian new player Khosrow Soltani on the title track, as well as soprano Janna Baty in two pieces from Vali's Folk Songs cycle. Vali takes a decidedly modern approach to traditional music, having developed a computer-based Persian keyboard to combine the tunings of both western and Persian instruments. Gil Rose leads BMOP musicians in this recording sure to take its listeners on a journey through new music influenced by this distant land.
American Record Guide, September/October 2013
Moving from the United States to Iran, Reza Vali's songbook combines musical training in the Western tradition with traditional Persian music. A mixture of original and established folk songs permeates the two folk song sets. 'Love Song' from Set 8 requires the ensemble to play pitched crystal glasses, and the pitches need only be approximate as long as they ring well. The sweet singing of the mezzo-soprano is quickly followed by the thunderous, percussive 'Song from Luristan'. Set 14 uses a larger number of instrumentalists to accompany the singer, with the results sounding like orchestral settings of Broadway productions.
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This is another scenery that was taken dueing the boat tour on the Danube River.
We see a church or a castle near the edge of the water.
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- Copyright: Pierre Langlois (pierrefonds) (71051)
- Genre: Places
- Medium: Color
- Date Taken: 1970-06-00
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- Camera: Kodak Instamatic
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Despite a growth in the digital arena, Kodak has reported a net loss of $142 million, or 50 cents per share, compared with net income of $21 million, or 7 cents per share, in the first quarter of 2004. Sales also fell by 3% to $2.83bn from $2.92bn in the same period last year. Kodak Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Daniel Carp says, "While the first quarter's performance was disappointing, such short-term volatility is to be expected as we transform Kodak into a digital company." Kodak's outlook is more positive as it predicts that it will achieve operational earnings of $2.60 to $2.90 a share in 2005.
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Kodak Reports 1st-Quarter Net Loss of 50 Cents Per Share;
Earnings Excluding Non-Operational Items Total 3 Cents Per Share; Company Reiterates Full-Year Operational Earnings Guidance
ROCHESTER, N.Y., Apr 22, 2005 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Eastman Kodak Company (EK) reported a first-quarter net loss of 50 cents per share, on a revenue decrease of 3%. The loss reflects charges for focused cost reductions, while the company's sales reflect a decline in traditional products and services of 18% and an increase in the digital portfolio of 23%.
Kodak's reported net loss for the quarter included a non-operational charge that reduced earnings, on a net basis, by 53 cents per share, reflecting focused cost reductions announced in January 2004. By removing the cost-reduction charge from the calculation of earnings, Kodak had operational earnings per share of 3 cents in the first quarter. The savings generated by the prior focused cost reduction activities were offset by lower sales of traditional products, rising raw material prices, and costs associated with NexPress Solutions, which Kodak acquired in May 2004.
The company also reiterated its per-share operational earnings guidance of $2.60 to $2.90 for all of 2005.
For the first quarter of 2005:
- Sales totaled $2.832 billion, a decrease of 3% from $2.920 billion in the first quarter of 2004. Excluding foreign exchange, sales decreased 5%.
- The company reported a net loss of $142 million, or 50 cents per share, compared with net income of $21 million, or 7 cents per share, in the first quarter of 2004. The first-quarter 2004 earnings include income from discontinued operations of 4 cents per share, reflecting the operations of the company's Remote Sensing Systems business, which was sold to ITT Industries Inc. in August 2004.
- Earnings from continuing operations, excluding the impact of the non-operational charge, were $9 million, or 3 cents per share. The earnings included higher-than-expected fixed costs of 7 cents associated with year-end traditional manufacturing slowdowns; a charge of 4 cents to terminate a consumer photofinishing contract; and costs of 2 cents associated with completing the recent accounting review. Additionally, in the year-ago quarter, the company recorded a tax benefit of 10 cents per share, which was offset in part by a charge of 3 cents per share for an inventory adjustment related to the acquisition of Scitex Digital Printing (Kodak Versamark). In the first quarter of 2004, earnings from continuing operations, excluding non-operational items, were $70 million, or 24 cents per share.
"While the first quarter's performance was disappointing, such short-term volatility is to be expected as we transform Kodak into a digital company," said Kodak Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Daniel A. Carp. "We remain committed to increasing the value of the company over the long-term by delivering on our annual plans. We expect to do that in 2005 and beyond."
Recent examples of Kodak's success in digital markets include increased sales of Kodak Versamark's market-leading printing systems, used by commercial printers, and broad consumer acceptance of KODAK EASYSHARE Printer Docks, KODAK Picture Maker kiosks, and KODAK EASYSHARE digital cameras, all of which rank first in market share in the U.S. In the first quarter, the company's digital revenue rose 23%, reflecting growth of 17% in January and February combined, followed by a 31% increase in March.
"The first quarter is the smallest in terms of revenue, and small changes in sales tend to have an exaggerated effect on our earnings in that period," said Kodak President and Chief Operating Officer Antonio M. Perez. "January and February were soft for reasons that we understand, and we took actions mid-way through the quarter that resulted in much stronger performance in March. This makes us more confident of achieving our two key milestones for the year: digital revenue exceeding traditional revenue, and digital earnings growth exceeding the traditional earnings decline. We are successfully implementing our digital growth strategy, and we continue to redesign our cost structure to achieve our financial goals. As a result, we remain confident of achieving our full-year guidance."
Other first-quarter 2005 details from continuing operations:
For the quarter, operating cash flow excluding acquisitions was a negative $258 million, compared with a negative $140 million for the first quarter of 2004. The reduction in cash flow reflects in part higher inventories and higher restructuring payments. (Kodak defines operating cash flow excluding acquisitions as net cash provided by continuing operations, as determined under Generally Accepted Accounting Principles in the U.S. (U.S. GAAP), plus proceeds from the sale of assets, minus capital expenditures, investments in unconsolidated affiliates and dividends.)
Debt increased $88 million from the year-end 2004 level to $2.409 billion. The debt-to-capital ratio increased to 39.7% from 37.9% at the end of 2004. The company's cash balance remains strong at $1.031 billion at the end of the first quarter, compared with $1.255 billion at the end of 2004.
Gross Profit on an operational basis was 28.1%, down from the year-ago level of 28.5%.
Selling, General and Administrative expenses on an operational basis were 20.6 % of sales, up from 18.8% in the year-ago quarter.
Following are segment results from continuing operations for the first quarter of 2005. The company does not allocate restructuring charges to individual business segments.
Digital & Film Imaging Systems segment sales totaled $1.801 billion, down 9%. Earnings from operations for the segment were $4 million, compared with $25 million a year ago. Included in the 2005 earnings is a non-recurring charge of $16 million to terminate a consumer photofinishing contract. Highlights for the quarter include a 68% increase in the sales of KODAK Picture Maker kiosks and related media; a 42% increase in KODAK Printer Docks and related media; and a 24% increase in consumer digital capture sales, which includes the KODAK EASYSHARE line of cameras. On the traditional side, Kodak's sales of consumer film to dealers fell 29% worldwide and 17% in the U.S., reflecting temporary inventory reductions among retailers, especially in China. The company's view of the industry-wide consumer film decline in 2005, on a volume basis, remains 20% worldwide and 30% in the U.S. Sales of motion-picture origination and print film grew 6%.
Health sales were $626 million, down 1%. Earnings from operations for the segment were $71 million, compared with $95 million a year ago. The performance reflects lower-than-expected sales across the portfolio of digital products and services, the result of operational issues that the company is actively addressing. These issues relate to the performance of a limited number of screens used in computed radiography machines, which the company has already addressed, as well as the delayed installation of certain health-care information systems. The company is working actively to improve installation performance. The x-ray and laser printer businesses performed as expected.
Graphic Communications sales were $368 million, up 30%, largely reflecting the acquisition in 2004 of the remainder of the NexPress joint venture. The loss from operations was $20 million on a GAAP and operational basis, compared with break-even results on a GAAP basis and earnings of $9 million on an operational basis in the year-ago period, reflecting the dilution of NexPress. The acquired companies continue to perform as expected, and the newly acquired Kodak Polychrome Graphics will provide immediate earnings contributions for the remainder of the year.
All Other sales were $37 million, up 32% from the year-ago quarter. The loss from operations totaled $42 million, compared with a loss of $35 million a year ago. The loss primarily reflects increased investments in new technology. The All Other category includes the Display & Components operation and other miscellaneous businesses.
As noted above, the company reiterated its operational earnings guidance of $2.60 to $2.90 per share for all of 2005. (The company is unable to provide guidance on a GAAP basis because costs associated with restructuring activities cannot be reasonably predicted.)
The company continues to expect that operating cash flow this year, excluding acquisitions, will range from $400 million to $600 million.
Operational items are non-GAAP financial measures as defined by the Securities and Exchange Commission's final rules under "Conditions for Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures." Reconciliations of operational items included in this press release to the most directly comparable GAAP financial measures can be found in the Financial Discussion Document attached to this press release.
Certain statements in this press release may be forward looking in nature, or "forward-looking statements" as defined in the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. For example, references to expectations for the Company's earnings, and cash generation are forward-looking statements.
Actual results may differ from those expressed or implied in forward-looking statements. In addition, any forward-looking statements represent our estimates only as of the date they are made, and should not be relied upon as representing our estimates as of any subsequent date. While we may elect to update forward-looking statements at some point in the future, we specifically disclaim any obligation to do so, even if our estimates change. The forward-looking statements contained in this press release are subject to a number of factors and uncertainties, including the successful:
- Implementation of our digitally oriented growth strategy, including the related implementation of our three-year cost reduction program;
- Implementation of our debt management program;
- Implementation of product strategies (including digital products, category expansion and digitization);
- Implementation of intellectual property licensing strategies;
- Development and implementation of e-commerce strategies;
- Completion of information systems upgrades, including SAP, our enterprise system software;
- Completion of various portfolio actions;
- Reduction of inventories;
- Completion of focused capital expenditures;
- Integration of newly acquired businesses;
- Performance of accounts receivable;
- Improvement in manufacturing productivity and techniques;
- Improvement in supply chain efficiency;
- Implementation of future focused cost reductions, including personnel reductions; and
- Development of our business in emerging markets like China, India, Brazil, Mexico and Russia;
- Forward-looking statements contained in this press release are subject to the following additional risk factors:
- Inherent unpredictability of currency fluctuations and raw material costs;
- Changes in our debt credit ratings and our ability to access capital markets;
- Competitive actions, including pricing;
- The nature and pace of technology evolution, including the analog-to-digital transition;
- Continuing customer consolidation and buying power;
- Current and future proposed changes to tax laws, as well as other factors which could adversely impact our effective tax rate in the future;
- General economic, business, geopolitical, regulatory and public health conditions;
- Market growth predictions, and;
- Other factors and uncertainties disclosed from time to time in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Any forward-looking statements in this press release should be evaluated in light of these important factors and uncertainties.
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Fox is back in "Touch" with Kiefer Sutherland!
The network has ordered 13 episodes of "Touch," a new drama series created and written by Tim Kring ("Heroes") and will star Sutherland. The series is slated for midseason.
News of Sutherland's return to the Fox network first surfaced in February.
Fox made the announcement Thursday, which included this statement from Fox Entertainment President Kevin Reilly:
"'Touch' is another ambitious series from Tim Kring that is beautifully executed and has incredibly resonant themes for our times. With Kiefer back on the network as the face and force behind this creative new series, I'm confident it will resonate with viewers this spring."
Added Sutherland, "Every once in a while, you encounter a piece of material that you just cannot say no to. That, combined with the opportunity to work again with Peter Chernin and the Fox studio and network, makes me thrilled to be a part of this project. I also look forward to working with an extraordinary writer and producer like Tim Kring."


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Photographer Ivan Terestchenko's highly-collectible tome The Private World of Yves Saint Laurent and Pierre Bergé has likely already found its way to your coffee table. Now in his latest book out this month, Terestchenko opens doors to the homes of an extended collection of notable names in fashion.
Photo by Ivan Terestchenko. Copyright Vendome Press.Chanel, Alaïa, Yves Saint Laurent, Pucci, Giorgio Armani, Missoni—We can all visualize their iconic designs, but can we envision where the designers behind these fashion powerhouses retreat(ed) after a long day creating their coveted collections? And how does their fashion aesthetic translate into their personal domains? Beyond Chic: Great Fashion Designers at Home invites readers into the private homes of these very public tastemakers and a lustrous list of equally-inspiring courteriers, stylists, muses, and fashion personalities.
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No. 9 Missouri controls destiny in SEC East
COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) A surprise no more, No. 9 Missouri leads the SEC East with three games to go.
Win out and the Tigers (8-1, 4-1 SEC) will have come back all the way from last year's 5-7 dud that prompted doubts about whether they or their coach belonged in their new league. Beat Kentucky, Ole Miss and No. 11 Texas A&M, and they earn a berth in the conference championship game.
"We've probably exceeded everybody else's expectations, but with our expectations, we still haven't accomplished what we want to accomplish yet," cornerback Randy Ponder said. "We've still got to take each game like Day One."
Coach Gary Pinkel's crew is a double-digit favorite this week at Kentucky and then there's a week off, perhaps bonus time allowing quarterback James Franklin to return from a shoulder strain at full strength.
Pinkel warned players there's little drop-off in the SEC, and they know better than to treat Kentucky (2-6) lightly. They were there a year ago.
"It doesn't matter where they are in the conference," said quarterback Maty Mauk, who'll likely be making his fourth consecutive start. "They're playing in the SEC. We know they're going to be good. Maybe they don't come out on top a lot of the time, but they're a great team."
No. 13 South Carolina (7-2, 5-2) and Georgia (5-3, 4-2) are lurking, each with two losses and hoping for another Missouri stumble that could set up a tiebreaker mess. The survivor of various scenarios likely earns the underdog role — make that a heavy underdog — in the SEC championship game, perhaps against No. 1 Alabama.
Based on head-to-head results and two teams tied for first at 6-2, South Carolina trumps Missouri and Missouri trumps Georgia.
Head-to-head competition would not decide a three-way tie, since South Carolina beat Missouri but lost to Georgia, and Missouri beat Georgia but lost to South Carolina. With a 2-1 finish, Missouri would prevail in the next tiebreaker based on division record — one loss vs. two each for Georgia and South Carolina.
Tennessee has lost to all of the SEC East contenders. The Volunteers lost 34-31 to Georgia in overtime at home, beat South Carolina 23-21 at home and lost 31-3 last week to the Tigers. So who's best?
"I'd have to say Missouri, just them being the last ones we played," Vols offensive tackle Ja'Wuan James said. "They had a great defensive line, a pretty good offense. I see Missouri doing good things in the East."
The Crimson Tide are the two-time defending national champions and they've been No. 1 all year, on track for a fourth BCS championship game in five years. They're the class of the conference that has won seven consecutive BCS titles.
First things first. The teams chasing Missouri can't fixate on what's out of their control.
Georgia stayed alive by beating Florida last week and quarterback Aaron Murray said he's taken just a peek at the various scenarios. The Bulldogs play Appalachian State this week, followed by Auburn and Kentucky.
"You can't stress about, 'We need them to lose, we need them to lose,'" Murray said. "That's the crummy part of not being in control of our own destiny. But right now we've just got to take care of our own business and win the rest of our games and just hope and pray they lose, but don't freak out and stress out about it because that's going to affect us."
South Carolina handed Missouri its lone loss in double-overtime at Columbia, Mo., rallying from a 17-point deficit in the fourth quarter. The cleanest route to the title game: Beat Florida at home in its league finale on Nov. 16 combined with losses by Missouri and Georgia. The Gamecocks are off this week and play at home next week against Florida.
"If we take care of business and it works out for us, then it does," defensive coordinator Lorenzo Ward said. "If it doesn't, we did what we set out to do other than win all the SEC games."


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I can't see why not! I had to do this a couple of times on European Contiki tours and all I had to say was that I was with the contki tour and I had no problem checking in.
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Hope all of you who are mothers or who have mothers ;) have a wonderful Sunday today. The Braves put up a video of Jonny talking about his family seeing his major league debut - it's a bad camera angle but a very cute story.
Off to church for me, then to west GA to cook lunch for my mom. Homemade peach ice cream will be involved. :) Have a great day all!


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Turkish armed forces have killed more than 80 Kurdish militants near the border with Iran and Iraq over the past week as a major offensive involving air strikes and several thousand ground troops intensifies, officials said on Friday.
Eight F-16 fighter jets took off from an air base in the southeastern city of Diyarbakir on Friday, a Reuters witness said, apparently to support the operation against militants from the outlawed Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK).
"Anti-terror operations are continuing in the region," the governor's office in the southeastern province of Hakkari said in a statement. It said 75 militants and four Turkish soldiers had been killed since last Saturday.
A further seven militants were killed on Friday in clashes triggered by an attack on a military police station in a village near the Iran border, security sources said.
The past few months have seen some of the heaviest fighting since the PKK - considered a terrorist organization by Turkey, the United States and the European Union - took up arms in 1984 with the aim of carving out a Kurdish state.
More than 700 people have been killed since parliamentary elections in June last year, making this the deadliest period since the capture of PKK leader Abdullah Ocalan in 1999, the International Crisis Group (ICG) said in a report this month.
Turkey's chief of staff, the head of its land forces and its air force commander traveled to the town of Semdinli in Hakkari to oversee the latest offensive, the military said late on Thursday.
It said seven battalions were involved. Turkish battalions typically comprise up to 1,000 soldiers.
Fighter jets and attack helicopters were targeting PKK camps in two villages in the Kazan valley in Cukurca, a district of Hakkari province on the Iraqi border, where around 250 militants are thought to be based, security sources told Reuters.
The 28-year conflict has killed more than 40,000 people, hampered economic development in one of Turkey's poorest corners, and added to instability in an already fragile region bordering Iran, Iraq and Syria.
Turkey has stepped up air strikes on suspected PKK rebels in northern Iraq over the past year and the raids have fuelled tension between Ankara and the Kurdistan Regional Government.
Ankara also sees the hand of Damascus in the PKK's new found energy, accusing it of arming the rebels and allowing a PKK-linked party to control parts of Syria to prevent locals joining the 18-month uprising against President Bashar al-Assad.
Turkey has raised the possibility of military intervention in Syria if the PKK were to launch attacks from Syrian soil and has conducted military exercises on the border in a clear warning to Damascus.
In its report, the ICG urged Ankara to resist waging an all-out military offensive, saying that both Kurds - who make up around a fifth of the country's 75 million people - and Turks increasingly concede military action will not solve the problem.


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Background: The WPF Threading Model
In general, objects in WPF can only be accessed from the thread that created them. Sometimes this restriction is confused with the UI thread, but this is not true, and it is perfectly fine for objects to live on other threads. But it is not generally possible to create an object on one thread, and access it from another. In almost all cases this will result in an InvalidOperationException, stating that "The calling thread cannot access this object because a different thread owns it."
Of course, there are exceptions to this restriction. A familiar one is the Freezable class. Freezable objects can be frozen, at which point they become read-only and we lift the single-thread restriction. Examples of frozen Freezables include the standard brushes, available from the Brushes class. These brushes can be used on any thread at any time.
This is incredibly useful, and used for all of the graphics primitive resources (pens, brushes, transforms, etc). You can even derive your own types from Freezable and play by the same rules.
Separate Windows
Unfortunately, that read-only restriction can be a real problem. There are many scenarios where we want to run separate pieces of the UI on separate threads. If these pieces of UI are independent from each other, you can host them in separate windows, and run the windows on separate threads. This can be a reasonable solution for some scenarios, especially scenarios where the separate threads can be run in independent top-level windows. The big restriction for this approach is that the graphics from one cannot be composited with the graphics of the other. So while you could use a child window for the other thread's UI, the system will just render one on top of the other. You cannot have transparency, you cannot use one as a brush for 3D content, you can't draw over it, etc.
If your scenario doesn't require interactivity (meaning input), then there is another option that WPF provides: HostVisual. This option leverages the powerful composition engine in WPF that is already capable of aggregating the rendering primitives from multiple threads into one scene. The element tree owned by the worker thread is rendered into its own composition target (called VisualTarget), and the results are composed into the HostVisual owned by the UI thread.
Issue #1: Hosting a Visual in XAML
The first problem to solve is that the HostVisual class derives from Visual. I can't use an existing panel, such as Border, to host this visual. Border derives from Decorator, which is the standard base class for panels that have a single child. Unfortunately, the child is strongly typed to be a UIElement. I have to use a HostVisual, which does not derive from UIElement. There is no built-in way that I know of to place a Visual as a child of one of the standard elements (such as Border, Grid, Canvas, etc). So we make our own:
[ContentProperty("Child")] public class VisualWrapper : FrameworkElement { public Visual Child { get { return _child; } set { if (_child != null) { RemoveVisualChild(_child); } _child = value; if (_child != null) { AddVisualChild(_child); } } } protected override Visual GetVisualChild(int index) { if (_child != null && index == 0) { return _child; } else { throw new ArgumentOutOfRangeException("index"); } } protected override int VisualChildrenCount { get { return _child != null ? 1 : 0; } } private Visual _child; } |
Issue #2: Layout and the Loaded event
WPF provides a very convenient event called "Loaded". This event basically signals when an element has been fully initialized, measured, arranged, rendered, and plugged into a presentation source (such as a window). Many elements use this event, including the MediaElement, but sadly this event is not raised for element trees that are not plugged into a presentation source, and displaying an element tree through the HostVisual/VisualTarget doesn't count. So work around this, we make our own presentation source and use it to root the element tree that the worker thread will own. This immediately leads into another problem: layout is suspended on all elements until resumed by a presentation source. Unfortunately the official mechanism to do this is internal, so the best we can do is to explicitly measure and arrange the root element. Thus we have our VisualTargetPresentationSource class:
public class VisualTargetPresentationSource : PresentationSource { public VisualTargetPresentationSource(HostVisual hostVisual) { _visualTarget = new VisualTarget(hostVisual); } public override Visual RootVisual { get { return _visualTarget.RootVisual; } set { Visual oldRoot = _visualTarget.RootVisual; // Set the root visual of the VisualTarget. This visual will // now be used to visually compose the scene. _visualTarget.RootVisual = value; // Tell the PresentationSource that the root visual has // changed. This kicks off a bunch of stuff like the // Loaded event. RootChanged(oldRoot, value); // Kickoff layout… UIElement rootElement = value as UIElement; if (rootElement != null) { rootElement.Measure(new Size(Double.PositiveInfinity, Double.PositiveInfinity)); rootElement.Arrange(new Rect(rootElement.DesiredSize)); } } } protected override CompositionTarget GetCompositionTargetCore() { return _visualTarget; } public override bool IsDisposed { get { // We don't support disposing this object. return false; } } private VisualTarget _visualTarget; } |
Background Threads
It is easy to make threads in C#. One trick to be aware of is that you must mark the thread as being a "background" thread, otherwise the application will keep running as long as those threads are alive. Also remember that parts of WPF require that its threads to be initialized for COM's "Single Threaded Apartment". All of this is easy enough to do, and you'll see this code later on:
Thread thread = new Thread(/*…*/); thread.ApartmentState = ApartmentState.STA; thread.IsBackground = true; |
The Demo
The demo will be a grid showing 3 movies, each rendered on a different background thread. The demo is very simple, but hopefully gets the salient points across. It is certainly possible to communicate from the UI thread to the worker threads, and given that all threads have their own dispatchers this is actually really easy, but this demo does not do that. Interested readers should consult the documentation for Dispatcher.BeginInvoke.
The XAML
The XAML simply defines a grid with 3 columns and puts a VisualWrapper in each column. This is where we will be putting the HostVisual from code. It would be cool to build a class that automatically displays its content on another thread, but we would have to change the parser to support switching threads since the thread an object is created on is the thread that owns that object. Anyways, the simple XAML is:
<Window x:Class="VisualTargetDemo.Window1" xmlns="http://schemas.microsoft.com/winfx/2006/xaml/presentation" xmlns:x="http://schemas.microsoft.com/winfx/2006/xaml" xmlns:local="clr-namespace:VisualTargetDemo" Title="VisualTargetDemo" SizeToContent="WidthAndHeight" Loaded="OnLoaded" > <Grid> <Grid.ColumnDefinitions> <ColumnDefinition Width="*"/> <ColumnDefinition Width="*"/> <ColumnDefinition Width="*"/> </Grid.ColumnDefinitions> <local:VisualWrapper Grid.Column="0" Width="200" Height="100" x:Name="Player1"/> <local:VisualWrapper Grid.Column="1" Width="200" Height="100" x:Name="Player2"/> <local:VisualWrapper Grid.Column="2" Width="200" Height="100" x:Name="Player3"/> </Grid> </Window> |
The Code
The code is also pretty simple. For each of the 3 players, it creates a HostVisual on the UI thread, then spins up a background thread, creates a MediaElement, puts it inside a VisualTarget (which points back to the HostVisual), and puts it all inside our hacky VisualTargetPresentationSource.
public partial class Window1 : System.Windows.Window { public Window1() { InitializeComponent(); } private void OnLoaded(object sender, RoutedEventArgs e) { Player1.Child = CreateMediaElementOnWorkerThread(); Player2.Child = CreateMediaElementOnWorkerThread(); Player3.Child = CreateMediaElementOnWorkerThread(); } private HostVisual CreateMediaElementOnWorkerThread() { // Create the HostVisual that will "contain" the VisualTarget // on the worker thread. HostVisual hostVisual = new HostVisual(); // Spin up a worker thread, and pass it the HostVisual that it // should be part of. Thread thread = new Thread(new ParameterizedThreadStart(MediaWorkerThread)); thread.ApartmentState = ApartmentState.STA; thread.IsBackground = true; thread.Start(hostVisual); // Wait for the worker thread to spin up and create the VisualTarget. s_event.WaitOne(); return hostVisual; } private FrameworkElement CreateMediaElement() { // Create a MediaElement, and give it some video content. MediaElement mediaElement = new MediaElement(); mediaElement.BeginInit(); mediaElement.Source = new Uri("http://download.microsoft.com/download/2/C/4/2C433161-F56C-4BAB-BBC5-B8C6F240AFCC/SL_0410_448x256_300kb_2passCBR.wmv?amp;clcid=0x409"); mediaElement.Width = 200; mediaElement.Height = 100; mediaElement.EndInit(); return mediaElement; } private void MediaWorkerThread(object arg) { // Create the VisualTargetPresentationSource and then signal the // calling thread, so that it can continue without waiting for us. HostVisual hostVisual = (HostVisual)arg; VisualTargetPresentationSource visualTargetPS = new VisualTargetPresentationSource(hostVisual); s_event.Set(); // Create a MediaElement and use it as the root visual for the // VisualTarget. visualTargetPS.RootVisual = CreateMediaElement(); // Run a dispatcher for this worker thread. This is the central // processing loop for WPF. System.Windows.Threading.Dispatcher.Run(); } private static AutoResetEvent s_event = new AutoResetEvent(false); } |
In this demo I've shown how to use the HostVisual and VisualTarget classes to compose pieces of UI from different threads. There are some limitations: namely that the UI owned by the worker threads do not receive input events. There were also some annoyances we had to work around along the way, but those proved to be fairly minimal.
The source code for this project is now included in my codeplex site: http://www.codeplex.com/MicrosoftDwayneNeed


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Stephen King's movie successSince Carrie in 1978, Stephen Kings books have not only been best sellers, but his films have followed on in there path. Brian DePalmas Carrie was a brilliant horror film, which dealt with horror in a very unique way. Although, Carrie White has telekinetic abilities, it is not this paranormal sense of horror that is portrayed until the end; it is the people surrounding her. Her mother, a religious maniac, who is portrayed brilliantly by Piper Laurie, is one of these people who torment Carrie. More so though, is Carries classmates who terrorise her constantly through the film, before committing their most immoral crime upon her at the end. It is people' that are the monsters in Carrie. I think that we can all agree, how awful High School can be, and the film adaptation captures this perfectly, showing how evil teenagers and especially teenage girls can treat each other. Kings most famous and highly praised film adaptation is Stanley Kubricks 'The Shining', which I myself despised for many years as a horror film with any credibility. Jack Nicholson comes across as a maniac right from the start, rather than descending into a deep depression (as in the novel). Even 'King' dis-liked it, and later re-made the movie, writing the script himself. This was a much better film, because it stayed truer to the material in the book. My personal favourite King movie is CUJO, probably, because I think that this is Kings most powerful book. I wont give away the ending, but the book is one of the most disturbing things I have ever read. The film decided to change itself from the novel, believing that it would be too traumatic for the audience. Things can be said for changing the end (it was too distressing) and also against (should we be censored?) In their roles, both Dee Wallace and the child, Danny Pintauro, who are stuck in a car with the rabid dog CUJO after them, give amazing performances. King has had over sixty novel adaptations made into film, and he is a credit to the horror genre; he has taken on practically every type of horror and made a success of it; from vampires (Salems Lot), to psychological horror (Misery). Is it fair though for one novelist to completely overtake the horror genre? Even now, after all these years his novels are best-sellers. Sure we have other authors such as Dean Koontz and Clive Barker, who have had their material made into horror movies, but none to the continuous success of King. I think this is due to Stephen, really being the King of horror though, and say - more power to him!
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Movie SummaryCarlota Joaquina, Princess of Brasil (Carlota Joaquina - Princesa do Brasil)
Description: The lust for power, land and sex run amok in this off-kilter, comedic look at Brazilian history. The film opens on a rocky Scottish promontory where a bekilted young man begins telling the wide-eyed 10-year old Yolanda an exotic tale of the exploits of 18th-century bratty Spanish princess Carlota Joaquina who journeys to Portugal to marry prince Don Joao. The 10-year old princess is not impressed by the sedate court and her cowardly husband. Years pass, and she grows up, taking many different lovers along the way. In 1808, she and Don Joao are forced to sail to Brazil by the invader Napoleon. Don Joao chooses Rio de Janiero to set up his new court. By this time, Carlota has developed a limp and grown a moustache, but this does not stop her from continuing to have many affairs. She ends up falling in love with Fernando Leao, a rakish black fellow. Joaquina dreams of becoming Queen of the Amazon, but cannot because her husband is afraid to give her too much power. Upon their return to Portugal, their son Pedro fights for Brazil's independence and becomes the country's first emperor.~ Sandra Brennan, All Movie Guide Movie summaries and listings powered by Cinema-Source
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Witchlight : Winter Musgrave remembers nothing about her life except for the bare bones of her childhood and pieces of her years as a successful trader on Wall Street. She fears she has gone mad - but is it madness when objects shatter when she grows angry and the doors and windows of her home unlock and open while she sleeps? When mutilated corpses of small animals appear on the doorstep of her isolated farmhouse? Desperate, Winter seeks help at the Bidney Institute for Psychic Research. With the help of Truth Jourdemayne, Winter recalls that she had once been a member of a magickal circle - one that left something behind . . . . Truth is no stranger to the paranormal, but she isn't prepared for the strength and fury of the thing that is hunting Winter and her old friends. Winter must gather the scattered remnants of her circle. It won't be easy, not with her best friend dead - murdered by magickal evil - and her old love, Hunter Greyson, long missing. Grey calls to Winter in her dreams, begging for her help . . . but how can she find a man she can barely remember?
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DATE: | March 18, 2004 |
Noted feminist researcher Dr. Carolyn Merchant is the latest Henrietta Harvey distinguished lecturer at Memorial University of Newfoundland. Dr. Merchant is the Chancellor's Professor of Environmental History, Philosophy and Ethics at the University of California, Berkeley.
Dr. Merchant will deliver a public lecture during her visit to Memorial's St. John's campus. The Henrietta Harvey Lecture will take place on Thursday, March 25, and is titled Reinventing Eden: The Fate of Nature in Western Culture. It takes place in room AA-1043, Arts Annex, at 7:30 pm. A reception will follow in the atrium. All are welcome to attend. Free parking in available in Lot 15 on the MUN campus and $2 coin-operated parking is available in Lot 15.
Dr. Merchant is one of the world's leading environmental scholars. She helped create and develop the interdisciplinary and timely fields of environmental philosophy, ecofeminism, and environmental history.
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