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Easy, kid-friendly Valentine's Day cakes, snacks and healthy meals that even picky eaters will love.
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Calzone Recipe for Kids
A quick Italian dish that's fun to eat and perfect for Valentine's Day, or any day you want to serve up some love with dinner.
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For more February activities check out Valentine's Day Ideas for Kids.
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Cute Mini Meatloaf Recipe
Kid-friendly meatloaves that are fun to eat and easy to make for a quick dinner
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Fun to Eat Grilled Cheese and Soup
Picky eaters will have fun dunking heart-shaped grilled cheese in yummy tomato soup, and parents will love this extra-healthy version of the classic soup/sandwich combo.
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Mozzarella and Tomato Salad for Kids
This no-bake, easy-to-make tomato and mozzarella appetizer is yummy and full of veggies and calcium-rich cheese.
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Kid-Friendly French Toast
This easy, heart-shaped French toast recipe for kids makes a perfect Valentine's Day breakfast or brunch.
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Fun Banana Boat Dessert
This fruit-filled banana is easy to make, totally healthy and so fun to eat that it's the perfect dessert.
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Fruity Breakfast Smoothie
A healthy way for kids to start the day, this berry smoothie is perfect for breakfast or a snack on Valentine's Day and beyond.
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Red Velvet Mini-Cake Bites
These bite-sized cakes are the perfect size for a kid's dessert and are perfect for any chocolate-loving friends and family members.
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Valentine's Day Cup-a-Cakes
These mini cakes are baked in decorative jars and make the perfect Valentine's Day gift.
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People fire off rockets and personal fireworks. Then, at night, the fireworks come on and it truly sounds like a war zone. Even dogs that live within earshot of the SeaWorld fireworks that go off every night react to the holiday fireworks, which are much louder.
Please consider keeping your dog safely indoors during this special holiday. A terrified dog can get over a six-foot fence and get out. I live in Ocean Beach, and every year I see so many people walking down to see the fireworks with their dogs in tow and I shudder. And every year, a couple of days after the weekend, the signs start to go up on the bulletin board at the beach regarding a "Dog lost on the Fourth of July."
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What I Need to Know About Hepatitis C
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What is hepatitis C?
Hepatitis C is a liver disease. Hepatitis * means inflammation of the liver. Inflammation is the painful, red swelling that results when tissues of the body become injured or infected. Inflammation can cause organs to not work properly.
*See the Pronunciation Guide for tips on how to say the words in bold type.
What is the liver?
The liver is an organ that does many important things.
You cannot live without a liver.
What causes hepatitis C?
The hepatitis C virus causes hepatitis C. Viruses are germs that can cause sickness. For example, the flu is caused by a virus. People can pass viruses to each other.
Who gets hepatitis C?
Anyone can get hepatitis C, but some people are at higher risk, including
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Drugs for the Treatment of Chronic Hepatitis CChronic hepatitis C is most often treated with the drug combination peginterferon and ribavirin, which attacks the hepatitis C virus. Peginterferon is taken through weekly shots and ribavirin is taken daily by mouth. Treatment lasts from 24 to 48 weeks.
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A liver transplant may be necessary if chronic hepatitis C causes liver failure. Liver transplantation surgery replaces a failed liver with a healthy one from a donor. Drug treatment often must continue because hepatitis C usually comes back after surgery.
How can I avoid getting hepatitis C?
What should I do if I think I have been exposed to the hepatitis C virus?
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Hope through Research
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biopsy (BY-op-see)
chronic (KRON-ik)
cirrhosis (sur-ROH-siss)
hepatitis (HEP-uh-TY-tiss)
inflammation (IN-fluh-MAY-shuhn)
jaundice (JAWN-diss)
peginterferon (PEG-IN-tur-FIHR-on)
ribavirin (RY-buh-VY-rin)
virus (VY-ruhss)
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American Liver Foundation
Hepatitis Foundation International
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You can get a free copy of each booklet by calling 1-800-891-5389, by going online to www.catalog.niddk.nih.gov, or by writing to
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National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse
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'Evil visited this community today'
NEWTOWN, Conn. — Twenty children, some as young as 5 years old, were killed Friday morning in a gunman's rampage at a southwestern Connecticut elementary school, a massacre that made real every parent's darkest fear.
A 20-year-old Newtown man, identified by law enforcement sources as Adam Lanza, entered Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown around 9:30 a.m., armed for a slaughter with at least two handguns. A total of 28 people, including the shooter and his mother, were killed in the day's violence.
Lanza shot children in two classrooms and killed six adults in one of the deadliest mass shootings in US history. He then took his own life. Earlier, he killed his mother, Nancy Lanza, at their home in Newtown, the Associated Press reported.
The killing of so many, so young, shook the nation and thrust a rural suburb of 27,000 people — 60 miles from New York and 2½ hours from Boston — into the grim company of Littleton, Colo., site of the 1999 Columbine massacre, and the Blacksburg campus of Virginia Tech, where a gunman killed 32 in 2007.
"There's a feeling of isolation from tragedies like this, in this place,'' said James Dietter, 26, a Newtown native, who attended Sandy Hook Elementary as a child. "I'm coming to terms with the fact that this is gone. And this tragedy will define this town from now on.''
A tearful President Obama offered condolences to a nation anguished by another mass shooting, as he has done each time after the 2009 attack at Fort Hood, Texas, which killed 13; the 2011 assassination attempt on US Representative Gabrielle Giffords, which killed six; and last July's cinema shootings in Aurora, Colo., which killed 12.
"The majority of those who died today were children. beautiful little kids between the ages of 5 and 10 years old,'' said the president, who paused and struggled to get through his short statement at the White House. "I know there's not a parent in America who doesn't feel the same overwhelming grief that I do.''
The president, who has not made gun control a central part of his agenda, suggested that may now change. "We're going to have to come together and take meaningful action to prevent more tragedies like this, regardless of the politics,'' he said.
In Newtown, Governor Dannel P. Malloy of Connecticut met privately with parents who had sent their children to school in the morning, never to see them again.
"Evil visited this community today,'' the governor told reporters. "And it's too early to speak of recovery, but each parent, each sibling, each member of the family has to understand that Connecticut — we're all in this together. We'll do whatever we can to overcome this event.''
Details on the shooter and how he carried out the crime were slow to emerge Friday night.
Police offered no theory for what might have motivated the attack. The Associated Press reported that Lanza's brother, Ryan, 24, who was mistakenly reported by some news agencies as the shooter on Friday, was cooperating with police.
Adam Lanza was born in Kingston, N.H., just north of Haverhill, Mass.
Law enforcement officials told the New York Times that Lanza had grown up in Newtown, and he was remembered by high school classmates as smart, introverted, and nervous. Some said they believed he suffered from Asperger's syndrome.
James Champion, Lanza's uncle, stood outside his home in Kingston Friday night and said he still did not know what had happened in Newtown and did not want to comment. Champion is the brother of Lanza's mother.
Ken and Donna Kowalski, neighbors to the school serving kindergarten through-fourth grade in the village of Sandy Hook, said in an interview that they heard shots, a dozen or so, and within seconds the school's fire alarm went off.
Then the police arrived, blaring sirens from what seemed like every direction.
"Minutes after that, parents' cars came flying down the road,'' said Ken. "Some parked in the middle of the street.''
Terrified parents ran toward the school.
Susan Harris, 61, said her sister, Barbara Halstead, a secretary at the main office at the elementary school, "made a number of calls over the loudspeaker warning everyone.'' Halstead and a school nurse then hid from the shooter in a closet, she said.
A 9-year-old student told The New York Times he was in the gymnasium when he heard "really loud bangs.''
The boy, speaking with his father at his side outside the school, said, "We thought that someone was knocking something over. And we heard yelling, and we heard gunshots. We heard lots of gunshots. We heard someone say, 'Put your hands up.' I heard, 'Don't shoot.' We had to go into the closet in the gym. Then someone came and told us to run down the hallway. There were police at every door. There were lots of people crying and screaming.''
Witnesses reported that 100 rounds may have been fired.
Police arrived to find "a tragic, horrific scene'' of murdered children in their classrooms, Connecticut State Police Lieutenant Paul Vance said in a briefing for reporters.
Eighteen children were found dead in the school. Two who had been wounded died later in hospitals. Only one person wounded in the attack survived, police said.
Heavily armed officers spent hours searching cars and homes, even the school roof, looking for evidence or for additional gunmen. The AP reported that police recovered three guns from the school grounds, including a rifle found in a car.
Teachers and school staff evacuated students, many without their coats, to a nearby firehouse. Authorities contacted parents through an electronic notification system, and then began the excruciating task of accounting for each of nearly 700 children who attend the school, including those who might have been home sick.
Joe Wasik, 42, a Newtown resident, said his wife called him at work around 10 a.m., saying she had received an alert about an emergency at the school where their daughter, Alexis, is a student.
Wasik sped to the firehouse. "I just wanted my daughter.''
Inside the firehouse, children were grouped by age. "There were so many people, everyone was looking for their kids,'' he said. "It was pandemonium.''
His daughter cried when he hugged her. She told Wasik that a teacher had hidden her class in a closet.
Some of the parents who had lost children stayed well after dark at the firehouse, police said. The Rev. Robert Weiss, pastor of St. Rose of Lima Church, spent the day with the families, including members of his church, who would come to worship with "beautiful little children. . . . I've watched them grow.''
He struggled to describe the scene: "There's no words. There's been a lot of hugging and crying and sharing memories. Many parents came in with pictures of their children. The feeling will be there for a long time.''
The tragedy dwarfed the nation's political problems, at least for the moment. House Speaker John A. Boehner, who has been battling the president over taxes and spending, canceled the traditional weekly GOP radio address, "so that President Obama can speak for the entire nation at this time of mourning,'' Boehner said in a statement.
In Newtown on Friday evening, families gathered for a vigil at St. Rose of Lima.
"My grandson is 6, so this hits home,'' said George Reichert, 64, attending with his wife, Michelle. "We don't know anyone personally, but we do know them: they're our neighbors. We see them around town, at the supermarket, at the coffee shops.''
Rob Cox said he grew up in Newtown. His family lived in Europe but moved back to Newtown because he wanted a safe community with great schools.
"There are no big losses in our immediate circle, thank God,'' Cox said. "But these are all our kids. These are Newtown's kids. We claim them.''


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Re: Red Team Shenanigans
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October 08, 2009, 08:16:20 pm »
Like a bigger role for some people. OR you could write more but keep the ending, just add chapters before it
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I feel better reading this now that I've gotten to know a lot of forumites in said story XD
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I just wanted to be with yoooouuu.
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Chapter 3:
What? Fax asked.
Soul got a Spitter. Lucky bitch gets all the good ones, Marauder explained. He then stood up and took out a couple of explosives. He tied them together and lit the fuses. He bounced the explosives in his hand before he hollered: Fire in the hole!
Everyone covered their ears and hid behind a line of empty cars as the explosion rippled through the empty streets. Sand, gravel, and dust flew all around for a few seconds before it vanished just as quickly as it came. The crew looked up to see nothing but a mass of rubble and blood. Marauder jumped up, fists raised in the air.
Plus twenty bitches!
No one said anything; the Demoman was right, he cleared out the small group of zombies in less than two minutes. The crew waited for a response from Enouls, but none came. Everyone came out from behind the cars and walked back to the street. They were almost close to the Potomac and the ship waited. Dahlia waved at the crew to keep the move on. Fax got up and felt a slight pain in her arm; she really needed to get this checked out. The group gets closer to the boat to see a figure that leaned on some crate boxes that were ready to be shipped onward home. The figure pushed the cowboy hat from their vision and gave a grin.
You see my multikill, Soul? Marauder replied happily.
Sure did, Ensouls replied. But, I still did better. I still won.
What how?
While you hit the Crawlers, Ensouls and I found a Basilisk and another Hunter on the way over, Outlaw replied as the crew jumped.
Dude, seriously! Sammich replied with a hint of anger in his voice. This sneaking around? Not cool!
I apologize, Outlaw responded. But, this round, Ensouls won by ten points. She wins the case. Next round is going to be harder, gang.
Marauder was going to say something, but the boat Captain walked up to the crew. What the hell are you doing? Get these crates on the ship now! Were getting ready to get the hell out of here!
In quick succession, the crew began their work of crate hauling on the boat. Fax lingered and watched, since she couldnt help. She tried to, but the others told her to leave it be.
Your jobll be to count how many we have and mark em, Dahlia joked as she handed off a crate to Alex, who took it with ease.
Why do I have a feeling that Ive done this before? Fax wondered aloud.
Maybe in another life, kid, Dahlia answered as she looked up to the rest of the crew. Sthat it?
Hauled the last one in, Dahlia, Alex replied with a grin.
Good, lets get the hell out of here, Dahlia muttered.
The crew boarded the boat and went into their respected rooms for now. No one wanted to be outside of the ship as it set sail. Outlaw appeared in the ships Bridge with the Captain.
Captain, we are all aboard, Outlaw told the man.
The Captain turned around and smiled, though it was barely seen through the forest of hair and beard on the mans face.
Then Captain Frohmage will take us all home, Frohmage responded. Ye might want tgo get somethin teh eat while were riding out. Ssome good fish we caught while teh crew and I was waitin fer ya.
Thank you, Captain, that sounds delightful, Outlaw stated and left the Bridge just as quickly.
Captain Frohmage turned back and hummed an old tune as he turned the ship back toward the Islands; all with a smile on his face. Show me the way to go home. Im tired and I want to go to bed. Had a drink about an hour ago and it went right to my head
Fax was in her room as the boat took off. She nursed the arm and anticipated going back because that would mean this would be fixed and she could continue her job. She knows that the injury would come out of her pay. She sighed as she tried to think of something else other than the pain, but the numbness wouldnt go away.
I can take another look at it for ya if youd like, McNinja replied as he leaned on the door. Now that were on the ship, I have better supplies to take care of it until the ARC doctors clean it up fer ya.
I guess so, Fax answered as she waited for him to take a look at it.
McNinja walked into the room and examined the wound once again. The bone was set and there was no infection, that part was the good news. However, the bone cannot heal since she was out in the field. McNinja rebandaged the wound and set the arm in an appropriate sling. He nodded at his work and walked out of the room.
Thanks, Fax told him.
McNinja only waved in welcome and said: Foods on in the Mess hall. I think were having some tatties and fish tonight.
Fax smiled. Maybe later.
McNinja shrugged his shoulders and made his way to the Mess Hall. Fax sighed and slowly lay on the makeshift bed. The ship rocked in the choppy water. It reminded her of when she was young and her mother would rock her to sleep. Fax smiled as she closed her eyes as she could remember the song her mother used to sing. Instantly, the Scout was asleep.
Alex sat on one of the crates at the front of the ship. Night had fallen and the moon was full. Alex knew that the entire crew was in the Mess Hall, where they would eat, play cards, or anything in between. Tonight, Alex didnt want to do that. Alex dug into the breast pocket and took out a photograph. The photo looked like it had seen better days; the picture had faded since it has been concealed in the pocket. Alex breathed in as he fingered the picture with his thumb in hopes of the feel of skin would come from the picture.
Who is she? the Sniper questioned as she walked to him.
Someone .from long ago, Alex replied as he stared at the picture while Ensouls snagged a crate next to him. Is this our life now, Ensouls? Fearing the one place we used to live? Killing someones loved one?
Ensouls sighed and looked up into the night sky. The ocean waves pound on the hull in mock anger. Unfortunately yes, Alex, this is our life now. Killing everything that moves, hoping that tomorrow comes. Its what we have to do now. Its how we make peace with everything.
Even with the killing? he asked.
Even with the killing, she repeated. The two stayed at the front of the full in silence until the ship made its way back to the Island. Above in the Crows Nest; the bell rung in the bleak morning.
"Land ahead!" a voice boomed.
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Re: Red Team Shenanigans
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Yowza c:
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Quote from: Hailfax on October 09, 2009, 01:01:15 pm
McNinja only waved in welcome and said: Foods on in the Mess hall. I think were having some tatties and fish tonight.
Arrrrrgh, the stereotyping, it burns! =P
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Quote from: McNinja on October 11, 2009, 07:12:29 am
Arrrrrgh, the stereotyping, it burns! =P
Hey man, you brought that on yourself! :B
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Re: Red Team Shenanigans
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Chapter 4:
Fax quickly opened her eyes. Her body felt numb as she sat up in the bed. Her neck hurt, but it wasnt as bad as her arm. She walked out and noticed that the rest of the team began their ascension to the top deck. Once there, the Red Halos waited; their guns held up to their chests. The team began to unload the crates for Quarantine. As soon as the crew finished, they were immediately treated for their wounds. Only Hailfax suffered the greatest amount of injury with her dislocated arm. The crew placed on their infected badges and armbands before they separated ways until the next mission.
Everyone knew where they would be. Alex and Marauder would be at Rustys bar. Ensouls would be at the shooting range. Dahlia and Dodom would check the supplies for the next mission. Sammich would be perfecting his flamethrower. McNinja would be at the hospital that treated the Infected because no one wanted an infected doctor to look at them. As soon as Hailfax finished with her new cast, she would file paperwork and check maps for new routes into the city. Outlaw well no one knew where Outlaw would go. He would vanish and would not be seen until he was needed for another mission.
Hailfax flexed her right fingers. She could feel the softness of the brace that held her arm together. It was more effective than the sling; she would be able to go out on the next mission. The next mission was in less than a week; hard to believe since the ship needed to be refueled. Hailfax sat in her small office; it wasnt really an office, it was more like a supply closet.
I didnt know a Scout could get hurt, a voice asked. Fax looked up to see Greg from the Blue team. Like Fax and Dahlia, he was the Captain of his team. Usually, they are invincible. You kill one of your teammates?
Fuck off, Greg, was all Fax told him. She tried to finish the map for the new section that her crew was just in. It was hard to retrace everything from memory; however, Fax could do the job. She was the teams eyes before they ventured forward and she also helped the Red Halos with maps of the city.
Greg gave a small smirk. Now, is that how you treat your teammates, Fax?
You aint on my team, Greg, Fax retorted as she didnt look up from her work. And you never will be.
Greg scoffed and tossed a mission packet on my desk. Start of the next mission, I will be.
Greg walked out without another word. Fax skimmed the mission packet and sighed. True, Greg was on the list, but it was the entire Blue Team; it was rather odd. Her team, the Red Team, scanned section 3. However, it was known that the Blue Team would be in section 9.
Fax scanned the Blue Team names before she gave a smile at the codenames; she worked with the majority before. Especially the Scout, TZ, who was known to not choose a side and decided to wear a purple shirt instead of blue. She knows that Alex had worked with Greg and Cricco before, and she knew that Alex barely got along with Greg. This social experiment would have dire consequences. Dahlia and Log were in the same squadron before they were paired off with different teams; best in class, or so they told their teams. Dodom and Fatman were known to build the worlds powerful sentry gun; with rockets. Fax groaned when she saw Ralions name. Sammich and Ralion would fight over who would be able to produce the largest flames out of the small, Red Halo friendly flamethrower. Thatll be a good start for the mission; come home with 3rd degree burns. The Sniper was named Dara. Once upon a time, Ensouls told Fax that she knew him. She said that he was a damn good shot, but he wasn't as fast as her. Fax could only agree with the Sniper; Ensouls was in the process of loading her weapon while she spoke of this. Finally, there was Nerd and Samek. Fax scanned their files to see if her team worked with them. Nerd was a newcomer into the field; medic. They needed more of those. Samek was just as bad at Outlaw; a file of nothing.
Fucking spies, Hailfax muttered.
Fax finished with her paperwork before she decided to call it a day. She rubbed the back of her neck to get to crick out of it. She stood up and grabbed Blue Team files before she left her office. She walked through the empty halls as the lights hummed overhead. As she passed the non-infected areas, she could feel the stares from the non-infected. As she walked, she felt like there was a target on her back. She hated to wear her infected armband and badge. She walked through the non-infected wing quickly to get out of the stares. Once outside, she was able to breathe once again. She then trudged to the other side of the Island back home to the Infected Barracks. Once there, she found the Red Team wing and the individual rooms. She knew for a fact that her team werent there. Fax opened her door and quickly closed it. She tossed the files onto her desk as she collapsed onto her bed. She turned to stare at the ceiling before she finally fell asleep.
The few days came and went; to the Red Team, it had felt like it was only a couple of hours. Fax was the last to the Dockyard as she ripped off her infected badge and armband before she placed them in her bag. The rest of the Red Team conversed with each other before Alex noticed the Scout on her way.
Hailfax! Alex exclaimed with a happy smile on his face. Hows the arm?
Its fine, thank you, Fax answered as she walked through the crowd. She walked up to Dahlia before she asked: Has the Blues shown up yet?
Not yet, Dahlia responded. Though, that strange fella in the purple shirts on the boat already. Weve been debating whether or not hes killed the Captain yet.
Hailfax rolled her eyes. Well, make another bet with the team. Blues have a new medic.
Dahlia laughed and turned to the group. New pool guys! New members comin into the Wastes with us! How long shall the poor bastard live?
Three hours, Sammich answered as he handed Dahlia a twenty.
You must have some faith in em, Sam, Dodom replied. I say an hour.
Entire mission, Outlaw stated. You have no faith either, Dodom.
Already you have lost faith in my team, a voice replied. The Team turned to see the Blue Team. Greg stared at the Red Team; especially at Dahlia and Fax. Already you have shown a disappointment in not only the ARC facilities, but your own teammates as well. Betting to see when my medics gonna kick it?
Im right here! The medic, Nerdpower replied. Please dont talk about me.
Hes one of the best medics that the ARC provided for us! Greg rambled on. What makes you think that your medic is better than the best?
Im actually not the best, Nerdpower reminded him. I just got out of the training programs.
The Red Team was about to retaliate, but the horn of the ship went off. The two teams looked up to see the Captain who tried to wave them on. The two teams stared at each other before they headed onto the ship. Once there, the team captains lead their teams into the large Mess Hall for briefing. Captain Frohmage waited in the Mess Hall with TZ.
Hello Captain, Fax smiled to Frohmage.
Beautiful day, aint it lass? Captain smiled back through his wild hair. Beautiful day tgo out and get some fishees. No storm like last time we was out tsea.
Wonderful, Fax replied. Everyone is on board; we are able to set sail.
Aye, lass, Captain muttered as he walked back to the Bridge. Once there, he undocked the boat and the ship set sail. Captain Frohmage lit a corncob pipe and breathed in the heavenly smoke. Farewell and adieu unto you Spanish ladies, Farewell and adieu to you ladies of Spain. For we've received orders for to sail back to Boston. And so nevermore shall we see you again. Farewell and adieu unto you Spanish ladies
Meanwhile, down in the Mess Hall, Fax waited for the teams to sit down so she could get started. Once everyone settled down, Fax began.
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*Wants the next chapter to be up already*
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Chapter 5:
All right guys listen up, she explained. Dahlia and I are your Team Captains. Greg, over there, is the Captain of the Blue Team. Im sure that all of you have met before, if not, you should introduce yourselves after this briefing. Fax pointed to the map behind her. We will be dropped off in Section four. Now, Red Teams usually in Section three and Blues in Section 9; this is new territory that were going under. It is assumed to believe that where were going is a yellow zone, so thats why you were asked to bring your heaviest weapons. We have no idea how many zombies or types are in the area; we have to be cautious of what types there are out there.
Fax, what are we lookin for? Marauder questioned.
Lookin fer ya mom, mate, Log answered quickly.
Say that to mah face you fucking Trog! Marauder replied as he jumped out of his seat. Outlaw, who sat next to him jumped out of his seat as well to restrain the Demoman. Fax looked over at Log, who gave a grin and said nothing.
Enough! Fax hollered. She leaned on the table to keep her cool. The room quieted down. Fax sat up and breathed in as she tossed a small packet onto the table; the same one Greg gave her. Were charting territory. That is our mission for the next few days. Get a map going so we would be able to come back and see what kind of items we can bring home.
Thats it? Fatman demanded now his turn to stand up to protest. Yneed two teams for that?
Yes, that would be it, Engineer, Fax countered. Once we mark the territory, we have to go straight back to get supplies with the Halos. Once we are with the Halos, we have to help them bring back supplies. This is the order that I received. We have to clear the territory and remap everything. That means we have to stay in the area for a few days to see if the zombies come any closer. Hailfax showed a new map of the charted area. She points to the area called: Section Seven. If yall remember DC before it went to hell, this is little edge of area is where the Washington Monument is. We will be heading toward the Reflection Pool and the Lincoln Memorial. Once there, Alex and Greg will clear a slight path for us using the Minis. Once we get to the Lincoln Memorial, Dodom and Fatman will set up sentries here. And here. Ensouls and Dara are head up to the roof and snipe around from the north and south corners. Fax looked at the group before she continued.
Next, Cricco and Marauder will set up sticky bombs around the Washington Monument. Outlaw and Samek, yall are gonna have to go through the White House and look through GW University; see if theres anything of use out there. While Samek and Outlaw are doing that, the rest of us will go separate ways. Red Team will go toward the Tidal Basin. Blue Team will head toward Foggy Bottom. TZ and I will head along Arlington Memorial Bridge and the cemetery. The two of us are to scout ahead to see how bad it is. Then once that is done, well contact you guys for you to cross. Once across, well be heading toward the Pentagon.
Pentagon? Alex asked. Isnt that .Red Zone?
Fax breathed in and slowly breathed out. Yes once we clear the Yellow Zone, we will be heading into a Red Zone.
The room went silent. They knew that what Hailfax just said was suicide. The walk to the Red Zone alone would be horrendous. Not to mention from where they were to be dropped off, it would take them at least an hour before they would see the Washington Monument. Let alone the Arlington Bridge. Fax sighed and looked at the group in front of her. The Red Zone is very dangerous. We have been assigned to it. If anyone wants to object or doesnt want to go, you stay on the ship until we leave. Any objections?
She was greeted by silence. Fax felt somewhat relived. She half expected the Blue teams medic to object. Itll be a hellava ride with that one when he pisses himself. Fax stood up straight and gave a small smile.
Terrific! Fax smiled as she clasped her hands together. Well, thats pretty much all I had for our briefing so yall are able to go about as you please. Ill be around if you would like to talk about the mission. Dahlia and Greg will be as well. Dont hesitate to talk to one of us.
Fax, you sound like a bad camp counselor, Ralion sighed as the teams stood up.
Hey, at least I care for your safety, Fax pointed out.
Fax waited for the teammates to leave. Dahlia gave Fax a look if she needed help. Fax waved her off and began to pick up her materials on the desk. Fax looked up to see Greg be the last one to leave. Fax gave a shudder.
Creep, Fax muttered as she turned around to take down the maps. Once she took everything down, she made her way back to her room. She quickly opened and closed the door to her room. She sat at the desk to stare at the new map of DC; it was hard. She grew up in this area and to hear that whatever maps she had in her head were lost. She shook her head and left the room to explore the ship more. She walked past the Mess Hall to hear someone strumming a guitar. Fax peeked inside to see the Medic, Nerdpower with his back behind her as he strummed the guitar. She was about to leave when the medic began to sing.
I've been driving through these nights
This road reminding me of all I am
As time drags on, these windows fade
Reality starts slipping from my mind
All I know is this all fades, the second that I'm by your side
Can this be real, can this be fate
Just say you'll be there for me
Please say that you'll be there
Just say that you'll be my side
When the storm subsides
In this Moment (When the Storm Subsides)
Fax sighed and raised an eyebrow. She walked over to Nerd and sat next to him. Nerd stopped immediately and stared at her.
Sorry! He stated. I was its just .guitar keeps me calm.
Its okay, Fax nodded. I dont mind it. It seems
Normal? Nerd asked.
I was going to say nice, but normals good too.
Nerd gave a smile. So what should I expect out there?
Humidity, zombies, sun, no shade, Hailfax answered quickly. The usesh.
Nerd gave a slight nod. How bad are the zombies?
You mostly get Crawlers. Vaguely we see Spitters and Stalkers. Banshee or two; but thats rare. So are Mercies and Zerkers. Cobras are seen, but they are taken care of with the Snipers. Cobras are dangerous; you need to watch out for those.
Cobras are .Basilisks right?
The actual term, yes. I like calling them Cobras, Fax answered as she stood up. "I'll let you get back to whatever. I'm gonna see how much longer it's gonna take."
Fax walked around and started to head up to the Bridge when she heard someone run behind her. Fax turned around and saw no one. She shrugged her shoulders and continued her to way to Bridge. She heard footsteps again and felt someone hug her from behind.
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Chapter 6:
Hello, TZ, Fax replied, unimpressed but still had a smile.
Hii, TZ replied as he kept his grip. You looked like you needed a hug.
Yes, I appreciate this, Fax nodded. You can let go of me now.
TZ put her down and Fax turned to face the neutral scout. Fax nodded. TZ gave a smile and waved.
You ready for the mission? she asked him. Were gonna be running a lot.
TZ gave a small laugh. Fax, were Scouts. Its kinda apart of the job.
Fax rolled her eyes. Good. Once we land, were heading straight for the cemetery; you think you can handle that?
Born ready, TZ answered. Well, I gotta go. Bye!
In a flash, TZ vanished. Fax looked around and noticed that the other Scout mysteriously disappeared. Fax held her head before she sighed again.
Well, I now know that this is gonna be a fun trip, Fax muttered to herself. Fax walked toward the Bridge to see the Captain and the spy, Samek. Captain? How is the trip?
Aye, it be goin well, Lass, Captain Frohmage smiled with his corncob pipe that dangled from his mouth. I can smell the fishes in teh waters. It will be good fishesing tomorrow. Theys not gonna go anywheres.
Excellent, Fax smiled. Samek, what are you doing up in the Bridge?
The spy stood up from his seat to face the small Scout. I came to talk with our Captain, here. The stories he tells. He reminds me of the Mariner in Coleridges story
Rhine of the Ancient Mariner, Fax interrupted. I remember that story. Albatross is a ships good luck, till the idiot kills it.
Samek nodded. Yes, that is the one. The Captain has many stories to tell. You should listen to him.
With that, Samek stood up and walked out. Fax turned and looked at the loony Captain. She gained the courage and sat next to the Captain to hear any of his stories.
What can I help, yeh with Lass? Captain asked as he turned the wheel.
Fax shrugged. I dont know. What kind of stories would you like to talk about?
Captain Frohmage gave a slight chuckle. I has many stories, Lass. By teh time I get trough all of tem, youll be an old lady!
Fax shook her head. Alright then. How about this, what time do we get to the Mainland?
Sbout aodder couple ohours, Lass. No fret on time, Captain explained. While youre here, Ill tells ytale about some time long ago. Me ship an me crew were on our way to teh docks when we heard that sometins gone a miss on land. Theys kept telling us to stay afloat. Stay driftin. As teh Captain of the ship, I agreed tthis. We stay out dere fer almost six months afore theys come get us. Theys thought we has dead. Me crew was almost fifty men; we left with under twenty.
Wait what happened to the thirty? Fax questioned.
Fightin tstay alive. Our rations were out. Wes had no fishesing supplies. First we would hear teh screaming. Then silence. Bothered us at first it did, but me men were so hungry. Killed each other to save themselves. Coming back on shore meant that I was responsible for me crew. Told me that I had to work on ships until the day I die and Is tolds them that Id die in teh ocean afore Is get killed by something not human.
You ate your crew? Fax asked in horror.
No, lass! Captain Frohmage laughed in her face. Wes driftin round for nuttin more an hour before gettin back on shore. Best lamb chops Is ever had! Mmmm-hmm!
Fax was going to give a respond, but she kept her mouth shut instead. She turned toward the window to see nothing but ocean. It was almost serene until she thought about the mainland and the inhabitants there. She stood up and smiled to the Captain.
Thank you for your time, Captain, Fax told him.
Aye lass, Captain muttered.
Fax stared at the weary Captain before she left to go back to the Mess Hall. She looked inside to see both teams on separate benches. They also talked about kills they got. Fax shook her head and went back to her room. She placed all the maps, charts, and mission packet into her bag. Right as she did this, a bell rang. Fax looked up in confusion before she ran toward the Bridge. They werent due into the docks for at least another three hours. This cant be good, Fax thought. She walked back onto the Bridge to see the Captain at the helm. Captain?
Be closer tteh shore than expected, Captain answered. We docking now on the sides.
Fax looked out the window to see no dockyard instead; she heard the anchor dive into the water.
What the hells going on? Greg demanded with Dahlia close behind. We have at least another hour before we reach DC.
Captain shook his head. Is been told to dock here. I has and I aint leaving until yer mission is done over.
The Captain saluted and left the Bridge. Fax quickly took out the map and began to look at where they were. Fax began to calculate the total hours before she sighed. She then looked up at Greg and Dahlia. Fax could feel herself become tried already. She knew what was going to happen. Were in Quantico right now.
Quantico? Thats Greg started.
Little more a half days walk, Fax replied. In Red Zone territory.
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October 16, 2009, 01:48:16 pm »
LOL Quantico. Lawl.
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October 25, 2009, 08:15:36 pm »
Chapter 7:
Greg gave an angered sigh before he let his fist pound onto the table. He turned his back and swore before he stared at the two Captains. All right, what the hell are we supposed to do then?
Fax looked at the map. I lived here. She pointed to a spot on the map. At Triangle. Its about five minutes away from Quantico and the Marines base. We could possibly head into the Marines base first, find some supplies. Then make our way onto 95 North, but we would have no cover. Route 1 on the other hand, would have cover. But, it would possibly take longer. If we can find a truck or something, we could get into DC a little bit quicker. Though, the state of how many cars are possibly clogging the highways would probably be pretty high. If we are able to get a vehicle, we could cut the time by half. Though, I dont think any of the barriers have been taken down.
Barriers? Dahlia asked.
When the Outbreak happened, they closed off DC to keep the virus coming in and to save the President and the Cabinet, Fax explained. Unfortunately, I heard that the President turned into a Ghost. Sterrible day when we learned that he ate his wife.
So what do you suggest we do? Greg finally asked. This is uncharted Red Zone territory. I cant go out there and get my men killed. Specially with that new medic. Boy be pissing himself before he realized that he got bit.
I say that we go into the Marines base, Fax replied. We could probably get a protected military vehicle there. Then, when were on 395, dump the vehicle, do what we have to do in DC, run back, get into the vehicle, and head back to the boat.
Shouldnt we just head toward DC? Dahlia inquired. I mean, why waste time in going to the abandoned military base if we could just head straight to Washington?
If we continue on 395? Hailfax stated. We pass right over Arlington National Cemetery. Id say thats where the majority of the groupies will lie. Cobras will hide in the crowd and so will Banshees. We dont have the kind of protection against them. Itll be lambs to the slaughter. Fax felt a small gust of wind go by her. She turned and said. I know youre here, Outlaw.
The spy uncloaked himself and lit up a cigarette. Impressive.
How are the teams doing? she asked him.
They are on edge because the boat has stopped, but otherwise gambling whatever money they have, Outlaw stated.
Fax nodded. Were almost done here. Let them know that well be stepping off soon and all weapons need to be checked and ready to go. Greg and Dahlia will do the double check.
As you wish, Outlaw said and left.
All right, Greg replied as he stared into Faxs eyes. Well go to the damn Marine Base. Get whatever supplies that are left. I want you and TZ to find a vehicle that we can take. Once you find one well take it from there.
Fax looked over at Dahlia, who just shrugged. Fax looked at Greg before she said: Works for me. Lets go get the troops.
The trio walked down to the Mess Hall to see a clash of blue and red in front of them; with the exception of the flash of purple in between. They hollered and yelled as Fax looked over at Dahlia and Greg. Fax placed two fingers in her mouth and whistled. The chatter stopped and the two groups stared at each them.
Change of plans guys, Fax told them. Weve landed a bit early and we have to go somewhere else. Come on, get your gear and well be on our way.
The two groups stood up and ran to get their supplies. Once the groups left, Greg punched Fax in the arm.
Fuck, what?! Fax demanded.
You didnt tell them! Greg replied.
Of course I didnt tell them, Fax replied as the three walked toward the weapons room. Why would I tell them about Red Zone territory when they were in the Mess Hall?
So, youre going to tell them now that theyre armed? Dahlia asked.
Fax opened her mouth; then closed it. Shut the fuck up.
Dahlia smirked and looked at Greg, who looked like he was eating a sandvich.
Is that good?
It is delicious, Greg replied as he continued to eat. He plucked off the toothpick with the olive and ate it. He gave a smirk to Dahlia, who only rolled her eyes and picked up her rocket launcher. Once everyone was ready, the groups headed to the front of the ship to be placed in small boats to get them to land. Fax was the last one on the boats and the two boats made their way to the shore. Once there, Fax turned and looked at the groups.
Kay guys, Fax said with a smile as she tried to sugar coat the situation. We are not in DC, so we have to make an adjustment.
What kind of adjustment? Dodom asked irritated.
Welp, obviously its not DC, Fax started. And were in Quantico. And were going to the Marines Base. Yep oh, and were in a Red Zone.
The groups got quiet until someone said, WHAT.
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*Can't wait to read what happens in the red zone first!*
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October 25, 2009, 08:38:58 pm »
They all have a nice tea party CB
You know...it still makes me horribly depressed that you're describing stuff JUST DOWN THE ROAD. ;A;
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Ten Common Poisonous Plants for Cats
List of Toxic Plants for Cats
Dealing with a cat that has been poisoned by a plant can be a scary situation. Who do I call? What do I do? How could I have prevented this? To help you on that last one, here is a list of some of the most common poisonous plants to cats.
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1. Autumn Crocus
The Autumn Crocus can cause cats an intense burning sensation in the mouth, vomiting, diarrhea, seizures, liver and kidney damage, or even heart arrhythmias. Although the entire plant is considered toxic to cats, the toxicity is highest in the bulbs.
2. Azalea
Even ingestion of just a few leaves of Azaleas can cause oral irritation with subsequent vomiting and diarrhea in cats. In severe cases, ingestion can cause a drop in blood pressure, coma and death.
3. Daffodil
Although the entire plant is considered toxic to cats, it is the bulb that is the most toxic. Ingestion of any portion of a Daffodil can cause vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, arrhythmias, convulsions, and a serious drop in blood pressure.
4. Dieffenbachia
Dieffenbachia, also known as Dumb Cane, is a common houseplant that can cause oral irritation, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing in cats. It can also cause a burning sensation of the lips, tongue and mouth.
5. Tulip
Although the entire tulip plant is considered toxic, it is the bulb that is the most poisonous to cats. Ingestion can cause significant oral irritation, excessive drooling and nausea.
6. Kalanchoe
Also known as the Mother-In-Law plant, the Kalanchoe is a common house plant with small dense flowers. All of the parts of this plant are toxic. When ingested it can cause vomiting and diarrhea. In rare cases, heart arrhythmias can occur from a poisoning.
7. Lily
Severe kidney failure can occur in cats that ingest even a small portion of certain types of lilies. Lilies that are highly toxic to cats include the tiger, day, Asiatic, Easter, and Japanese lilies. In fact, just the pollen from one of these lilies has been known to be lethally poisonous to cats.
8. Sago Palm
Also known as the Coontie Palm, or the Cardboard Palm, the Sago Palm is an extremely poisonous plant to cats. When ingested it can cause bloody vomiting and diarrhea, bleeding disorders, liver failure and death.
9. Oleander
Oleander is a popular ornamental flowering shrub commonly found in the southern United States and California. Its cardiac glycosides, similar to digoxin, are very toxic to cats and can cause fatal heart abnormalities, muscle tremors, incoordination, vomiting and bloody diarrhea.
10. Cyclamen
Also known as Sowbread, the Cyclamen is a common household flowering plant with poisonous properties (i.e., terpenoids) to cats. These cause oral irritation, vomiting, diarrhea, heart abnormalities, seizures and death.
Source(s): Osweiler, Hovda, Brutlag, Lee. Small Animal Toxicology. Blackwells' Five-Minute Veterinary Consult Clinical Companion. Wiley-Blackwell. Ames, IA. 2011.
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Cisco: Reinventing the PhoneBy Baselinemag | Posted 2004-03-01 Print
The vendor lacks a long history in voice communications, but it has built a lead in the next-generation telephony market.
But Cisco lacks a long history in voice communications and must fight perceptions that it's a phone neophyte. Moreover, for some customers, having a single provider for both voice and data equipment is actually a deterrent.
Last July, Merrill Lynchan early and much-touted telephony win for Ciscoretired the Cisco voice infrastructure at a New Jersey facility and put in Avaya IP-telephony servers instead. The brokerage firm had become increasingly concerned about "putting all of our eggs in one basket," a company spokesman was quoted as saying at the time. (Cisco and Merrill Lynch would not comment about the project.)
And because it sells only IP-based telephony systems, Cisco must convince companies to adopt an entirely new phone infrastructurethe usually undesirable procedure known as a "forklift upgrade." But the data giant is clearly becoming more successful at making its case.
For example, Ingersoll-Rand was surprised to discover that replacing the Avaya voice system at its Huntersville, N.C., office made financial sense. "Cisco talked us into doing a forklift ROI [return on investment] study," says Damon Cahill, director of infrastructure strategy. "We didn't imagine we'd do that, but we ran the numbers and it ended up being cost-effective." Over five years, Ingersoll-Rand estimates it will save $1.17 million with the Cisco gear, compared with the cost of using the Avaya voice and messaging systems and AT&T teleconferencing services.
Other Cisco phone customers switched after already deciding to abandon older voice systems or services. By handling call-processing itself with Cisco equipment, the city of Mississauga, in Ontario, Canada, saves around $530,000 per year ($700,000 Canadian) compared with what it was paying Bell Canada for direct-dial Centrex service, says Jack Lawrence, Mississauga's director of information technology. The total project, which included 2,300 Cisco phones, cost $2.4 million (C$3.2 million), resulting in a five-year payback. "The savings on the line costs are tremendous," Lawrence says. "It was very easy to build a business case for this."
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IP Communications product family includes Media Convergence Server (MCS) telephony servers, voice gateways and voice-enabled access routers, as well as IP-based phones and SoftPhone Windows-based software for PCs. CallManager, the core call-processing software, is part of the MCS systems.
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"Canon" also has other meanings to the Church besides music.
A Canon can be an ecclesiastical law or code of laws established by a church council.
"Canon" can also mean a list, as in the list of officially accepted books accepted as Holy Scripture. Or list of saints and their days. Andrew 10:16, May 10, 2006 (CDT)
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- I like that idea Joe 2006-05-10
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It took several more minutes of searching and consulting the vehicle manual before Amyett spotted the child restraint symbols on the seat back above the anchors and was able to install the Chicco KeyFit 30 infant restraint.
Fortunately, this was just a demonstration at the Institute's Vehicle Research Center. In real life, a parent who is in a hurry or whose baby is crying might not take the time or have the patience to figure it out.
The experience was frustrating, said Amyett, 22, and the mother of a 1-year-old girl. "I kept feeling underneath, and I couldn't find anything," she said. The problem is that the sedan's two sets of LATCH anchors aren't in the typical places on either side of a seating position. Instead, one anchor is in the middle of the outboard seat, while its match is hidden among the vehicle belt buckles in the center.
The Institute invited several parents of young children to try installing child seats in four vehicles, two with easy-to-use LATCH systems and two difficult. The demonstrations illustrated some of the problems with vehicles highlighted in the Institute's joint study with the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute, as well as frustrations and misconceptions that many parents share.
In the case of the Taurus, Amyett's difficulties came as no surprise, based on the research. She had a much easier time installing the KeyFit in the Dodge Grand Caravan. That also was expected because the anchors on that minivan are easy to find.
Amyett's husband, Randal, was tasked with installing the Clek Oobr booster seat in the Toyota Sienna and had to resort to an unusual workaround. The Oobr has rigid LATCH connectors, so the seat needs to be held at an angle to install it. Because the Sienna's anchors are slightly buried, installing the Oobr in highback mode is impossible unless you do what Randal Amyett did and recline the minivan's seat to get the right angle. Then he removed the head restraint and straightened the seat back.
That solution, which isn't mentioned in the vehicle manual, was something Amyett, a 26-year-old plumber, had previously stumbled upon when installing his daughter's infant seat in a Honda Element.
Next, Amyett installed the Oobr in a Chevrolet Tahoe SUV. As predicted, the installation was quick and simple. "The anchors are really accessible and very easy to just click right in," he noted afterward. "I didn't have to hunt for them."
Even when installations are quick, they aren't always correct. Jackie Meurer, a 33-year-old nurse and mother of two, had no trouble finding the lower anchors in the Taurus and the Grand Caravan. However, both times she neglected to use the Evenflo Maestro's top tether, an essential part of any forward-facing restraint. Meurer said she knew about the tether but, like many parents, thought it was optional.
Zeke Cox, a small business owner with four kids, complained about the hook-style connectors on the Safety 1st Alpha Omega Elite, preferring push-on ones that click onto anchors. Cox, 32, correctly installed the child seat in the Tahoe and Sienna and remembered to use the tether.
Both Meurer and Whitney Amyett said they had trouble making their installations tight enough. After the demonstration, Meurer watched as Institute senior research engineer Chris Sherwood adjusted the child restraints in Meurer's own vehicle.
"I wish there was a better way to make it tighter," she said. "He's stronger. I made it as tight as a I could, and he goes in there and makes it tighter."
The LATCH system is supposed to make it easier to install child seats by standardizing attachment hardware, but only 21 of 98 top-selling 2010-11 model passenger vehicles have LATCH designs that are easy to use.
Randal Amyett, father of a 1-year-old daughter, installs a Clek Oobr booster seat in a Toyota Sienna at the Institute's Vehicle Research Center.
Zeke Cox prepares to install the tether on an Alpha Omega Elite child restraint in a Chevrolet Tahoe. The SUV's lower anchors and tether anchor are easy to access, making for a quick installation. Not using the tether is a common mistake parents make with forward-facing seats.
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Claudia Kuhn 6/15/2012 4:24:17 AMBeautiful falls Ken... From first glance at all the moss, I knew it had to be Oregon #1469242
Antonio Amen 6/15/2012 4:32:20 AMBeautiful, well done. #10181066
Shirley Sicurello 6/15/2012 4:44:26 AMStunning... #10181076
Danny B. Head 6/15/2012 4:48:01 AMLove it! #10181087
Joy Rector 6/15/2012 5:12:54 AMfantastic #10181110
Dayna Cain 6/15/2012 7:09:19 AMYou are a very talented and skilled photographer Ken. Your gallery is full of amazing work and this just adds to your collection. Gorgeous! #10181226
JO ANN CLEVELAND 6/15/2012 7:17:43 AMOhhh my goodness Ken...this is one of the most beautiful water images I have ever seen...definitely a favorite!
jo ann c. #10181229
Memoriee G. Sconce 6/15/2012 7:49:49 AMLove this one. Did you climb down if so you are a brave man. It is so wet and slick hats off to you.😃
Carol Quina 6/15/2012 9:49:31 AMGorgeous! Great shot of this beautiful place. Well done! #10181314
Melissa Wynn 6/15/2012 12:34:03 PMStunning image!! #10181421
Stefania Barbier 6/15/2012 11:32:38 PMa truly beautiful composition, framing, and capture :0) #10182130
Mike R. Howe 6/16/2012 3:18:03 PMBeautiful image,Ken...Well done!!! #10182964
Tammy Espino 6/17/2012 7:30:30 PMI love Oregon, gorgeous capture! #10184425
Terry Cervi 6/18/2012 5:41:57 AMWonderful pov and such a beautiful capture, Ken! I love Oregon too! #10184951
Tamara K. Walker 7/30/2012 11:40:43 AMBeautiful, congratulations. #10250475
Shawn Jennings 7/30/2012 11:40:53 AMWTG Ken! Congratulations on your finalist! #10250477
Tammy M. Anderson 7/30/2012 12:03:35 PMCongrats, Ken. Just beautiful! #10250613
Judy V. Kennamer 7/30/2012 12:14:43 PMTotally GORGEOUS, Ken! Congrats!!!!
Tammy Espino 7/30/2012 12:46:36 PMCongrats on this awesome finalist, Ken! :) #10250841
Kathryn Wesserling 7/30/2012 1:08:09 PMYou find and then capture so much beauty in our wonderful Country, Ken. Congratulations for this Finalist.
Jill Odice 7/30/2012 1:54:13 PMCongrats on this gorgeous finalist Ken! #10251217
Stefania Barbier 7/30/2012 2:18:39 PMWTG Ken, it's a beauty... congratulations!!! #10251478
John Connolly 7/30/2012 3:54:36 PMCongratulations on your well deserved finalist Ken! Nice work! #10252191
Kay E. Mahoney 7/30/2012 3:58:20 PMCongratulations on your beautiful finalist, Ken. #10252211
Lori Carlson 7/30/2012 5:11:02 PMWhat a stellar comp of this beautiful scene, Ken! Way to go!! Congrats on your recognition! =) #10252606
Christopher Budny 7/30/2012 5:12:23 PMI love it when you go into the woods, nearly as much as to the beach, or to the mountains, or the wastelands.
Gail Vitikacs 7/30/2012 5:52:08 PMTerrific finalist Mr. Smith! #10252791
Philip B. Ludwig 7/30/2012 6:54:21 PMA breathtaking scene, very nicely captured. Congratulations on your fine finalist. Would not be surprised to see this as a winner. #10253122
Usman M. Bajwa 7/30/2012 10:00:08 PMFANTASTIC BEAUTY Ken. CONGRATZ!
Patrick Rouzes 7/31/2012 8:29:31 AMCONGRATS & good luck, Ken!
David M. Montero 7/31/2012 11:58:59 AMCongratulations on your Finalist selection Ken. Must have been a trek getting to this location. Well worth it though. #10255359
JO ANN CLEVELAND 7/31/2012 12:10:41 PMCongrats on another outstanding Finalist, now for the Gold....
jo ann c. #10255400
Erica Murphy 7/31/2012 2:55:03 PMCongratulations on your beautiful finalist Ken! #10255679
Phyllis H. Burchett 7/31/2012 3:57:34 PMBeautiful Ken, congrats! #10255842
Renee Doyle 8/1/2012 12:51:01 AMBig congrats to you on this gorgeous finalist Ken!!! #10257032
Terry Cervi 8/1/2012 9:07:28 AMCongrats on your beautiful finalist, Ken! #10257845
Debra R. Harder 8/1/2012 4:42:42 PMThis is a FAV for me, Ken, and deserves a GOLD...no doubt!! Magnificent composition, details and lighting. Truly beautiful. Huge congrats!!! #10258598
Donna La Mattino Pagakis 8/3/2012 8:12:12 AMCongratulations Ken, what a beautiful image. Your are incredibly talented! #10261150
Luigi Di Serio 8/7/2012 3:41:48 PMJaw dropper! #10266803
Koosah Falls, on the McKenzie River in the Willamette National Forest, Oregon.
F11, 1/5th sec, ISO 200, 17mm focal length
Exif: F Number: 11.3, ExposureTime: 19277/100000 seconds, ISO: 200, FocalLength: 17.00 mm, Model: Canon EOS 5D Mark II
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