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There has once again been news and significant events aplenty during September in the captivating world of women's football. In addition to the long-awaited return to action of a world-class performer and several important coaching changes, the finest youth national teams of the planet have also been catching the eye in Japan and Azerbaijan. FIFA.com takes a look at the best of the action during the last 30 days.
National teams
*Sundhage replaces Dennerby
*After drawing a line under her time at the helm of recently crowned Women's Olympic Football Tournament winners USA, hugely respected coach Pia Sundhage is heading back home. Her five-year spell with the North Americans now over, come December the 52-year-old Swede will take charge of her homeland's senior side, who came third at the FIFA Women's World Cup Germany 2011™. She will be replacing current incumbent Thomas Dennerby, the Scandinavian nation's supremo for the past eight years. "The decision to step down was mine alone," underlined Dennerby, 53.
Kulig's nightmare finally ends
Fourteen months after rupturing her cruciate ligament, an injury that took place minutes into Germany's quarter-final against Japan in the FIFA Women's World Cup on home soil, young starlet Kim Kulig is finally back on the global stage. The 22-year-old midfielder reappeared in mid-September in Germany's 7-0 win in Kazakhstan, a qualifying encounter on the road to the UEFA Women's EURO 2013. "I'm very happy," said a beaming Kulig following the game.
*Play-off thrills on the horizon
*The play-off ties for those teams looking to clinch the final available berths at EURO 2013 in Sweden are as follows: Scotland-Spain; Ukraine-Iceland and Austria-Russia. The first legs will take place over 20 and 21 October, with the returns on 24 and 25. The winners of the three ties will complete a line-up already featuring hosts Sweden, France, England, Norway, Italy, Denmark, Finland, Netherlands and reigning continental champions Germany.
*United States' run ends in Azerbaijan
*On the back of the USA women picking up Olympic gold at London 2012, the country's U-20 girls followed that up with triumph at the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup in Japan. Their chances of completing a remarkable treble at the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup Azerbaijan 2012 came to an end, however, as they narrowly failed to negotiate the group stage. For all the information, previews, reports, exclusive interviews, videos and photo galleries from the U-20 and U-17 showpieces, click on the links on the right-hand side.
Club football
Arsenal rule in England yet again
Arsenal Ladies secured their second consecutive FA Women's Super League title and their ninth successive championship in England on the final day of the month. A 3-2 victory over Doncaster Belles ensured the Gunners retained the trophy they won in its inaugural edition last year with one match to spare. Arsenal have remained undefeated in their 13 fixtures to date, sitting eight points clear of nearest rivals Birmingham City.
*Continental heavyweights click into gear
*The most fancied sides in this season's UEFA Women's Champions League showed steady nerves in the first legs of their Round of 32 ties. Reigning champions Olympique Lyonnais, for their part, inflicted a crushing 7-0 away win on Finnish side PK-35 Vantaa, and Arsenal also won on their travels when beating FC Barcelona 3-0. Bundesliga champions Turbine Potsdam, meanwhile, were 3-1 winners away to Belgium's Standard Femina de Liege. A more delicately balanced tie is the meeting of Swiss champs FC Zurich against French league runners-up FCF Juvisy, who drew 1-1 in the Alpine nation in the first leg.
Kahlert and Frankfurt part company
Sven Kahlert stepped down as coach of seven-time Women's Bundesliga winners 1. FFC Frankfurt after a shock 3-1 defeat against SGS Essen, despite the team lying second in the standings with six points from three games. Stepping into the club's dugout on an interim basis are Kahlert's former assistants, Philipp Dahm and Kai Rennich. Next up for the caretaker duo on Sunday are none other than table-toppers Potsdam, who have won both their opening two encounters.
69 – Australian striker Sarah Walsh has called time on a national-team career that has seen her win 69 senior caps, scoring 32 goals in the process. The 29-year-old frontrunner has been part of the Matildas' set-up for eight years, representing her country at the FIFA Women's World Cup China 2007 and the Women's Olympic Football Tournament Athens 2004. Walsh is also one of the few Australian players that has competed in the pro game in the United States.
What they said
"She's an example for thousands of women. If I had to pick just one of her qualities, I'd go for her heading ability. I can still see picture those two [headed] goals she scored against United States at the Olympic Games," said Canada U-17 attacker Summer Clarke, speaking about Canada's striking icon Christine Sinclair, in an exclusive interview with FIFA.com. Sinclair herself also recently spoke to us and set her sights on victory at the FIFA Women's World Cup 2015 on home soil (click on the link on the right-hand side to read the full interview).


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A visit from Bill Bates of the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources to the San Juan County Commission on August 20 spurred a great deal of discussion, debate and emotion from many members of the public who attended the meeting.
The majority of the discussion centered on the Gunnison Sage Grouse and it's possible listing as an endangered species by the Federal Department of Fish and Wildlife.
Landowners filled the commission chambers with concerns regarding the birds and the negative effect it will have on farming as well as oil and gas exploration in the area if the birds are listed.
Bates reported that a transplant of birds from Colorado to San Juan County has been put on hold until a listing decision is made by US Fish and Wildlife. Bates pointed out that the Utah DWR continues to do everything they can to keep the species from being listed as endangered. This will keep management of the birds by the state rather than the federal government.
Several property owners said Federal maps show the area as a potential listing, causing oil and gas companies to move away or hold off projects due to potential problems.
Local Division Officer Guy Wallace reported that he has met representatives of oil and gas companies to discuss their concerns. He said there are no regulations related to sage grouse to keep private land owners from developing mineral rights.
However, Wallace added that if the birds are listed and put under the control of the federal government, there could be significant restrictions on private landowners. That explains the DWR efforts to keep the bird from the federal listing.
Wallace said the sage grouse in San Juan County were stable until a hard winter two years ago. The DWR hopes the population will grow again, as it has in the past.
Bates said the work by landowners to improve the habitat and increase the population of birds is a voluntary program. He said the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources respects the rights of the private land owners and thinks that state management of the birds benefits everyone involved.
Wallace outlined the projects that have been done over the past 20 years to increase the habitat and population of the birds to keep them from being listed as endangered.
Bates also discussed a new predator control program, known by many as the "coyote bounty" program.
The program was previously run by the county and will now be administered by the DWR. The legislature allocated $500,000 to remove predators. Bates said the bounty will be $50 per coyote.
The program requires hunters to register through the DWR website. A map will show mule deer habitat where the removal of coyotes is encouraged, but they will pay bounty for coyotes taken anywhere.
Bates said animals can be checked at the UDOT shed in Monticello on September 10 and 24 from 5 to 8 p.m. Hunters will be asked to provide the location on a map. They will present either both ears attached to the scalp or a full pelt for payment.
Bates said they will evaluate the program after one year and may contract with hunters who are successful in targeted areas.
Bates mentioned a project covering 22,000 acres and $8 million of investment to improve habitat. The project with the BLM will improve deer winter range in Beef Basin.
Bates also reported that the DWR approved additional antlerless elk permits in the San Juan and La Sal units. The tags go on sale September 6. The permits are an effort to reduce the number of animals in the drought.

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The RV industry recovery from the economic downturn will continue to build strength in 2013, as shipments are expected to rise to 289,900 — a 4.5% increase over the projected 2012 total of 277,300 units, Recreation Vehicle Industry Association (RVIA) Vice President James Ashurst, standing in for President Richard Coon, told attendees today (Nov. 27) at "Outlook 2013: A Golden Opportunity," the kick-off event to the 50th Annual National RV Trade Show in Louisville, Ky.
Addressing approximately 1,000 RV manufacturers, dealers and industry representatives on, Ashurst presented a positive outlook for the industry's future, based on new projections from Richard Curtin, director of consumer surveys at the University of Michigan, in RVIA's quarterly forecasting newsletter RV Roadsigns.
The rise in shipments to 277,300 units by year-end 2012 would be a nearly 10% gain (9.9%) over the 2010 total of 252,300 and include double digit gains in conventional travel trailers and Class A motorhomes. The expected increase in 2013 would mark three consecutive years of RV market growth.
"RV shipments are trending up," Ashurst said. "We've had good crowds and strong business at fall shows, and demographics are in our favor. It is time to shine for the RV industry."
According to the new forecast, most of the 2013 gain will come in conventional and fifth-wheel trailers and by type A motorhomes. Conventional and fifth-wheel trailers are expected to account for 86% of all RV shipments in 2013 — which would be an all-time high.
The continued strength in 2013 RV shipments is due to rising consumer confidence and improved economic conditions; however, a failure by America's political leaders to bridge the "fiscal cliff" could significantly alter the industry's fortunes in 2013, Ashurst cautioned.
"Our forecasts are affected by volatility in the economy," Ashurst said. "If Congress and the President don't act on the fiscal cliff before the end of the year, federal tax rates will rise, mandatory cuts in government spending go into effect, and the economy could go into recession."
During his presentation, Ashurst walked the audience through RVIA's 2013 projection for each of the major RV product types:
- Travel trailers: up 5% to 180,200 units.
- Fifth-wheel trailers: up 7% to 68,800 units.
- Truck campers: up 3% to 3,500 units.
- Folding camping trailers: down 17% to 9,000 units.
- Class A motorhomes: up 8% to 15,400 units.
- Class B motorhomes: up 10% to 2,300 units.
- Class C motorhomes: down 2% to 10,700 units.
"We've had a good year in 2012 in terms of sales and in how we've been able to promote RVs to our core markets," Ashurst said. "There's a lot of versatility in the RV market — many products, price points and how they're used. There is strong demand for RVs, and I am optimistic about our industry's future."


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Three new fighters will be offered in the latest round of downloadable content to be offered for Fight Night Round 4, Electronic Arts announced on Monday. Bernard Hopkins, Sonny Liston and Evander Holyfield will join the game.
Furthermore, the game's suggested retail price drops another $10, to $39.99, just in time for the holiday retail season.
The DLC pack will release "early December," nothing more specific, and will be $9.99 on PlayStation Network, 800 points over Xbox Live.
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Designed by Leo Steif in 1923, the Ralph J. Pomeroy Apartments sat vacant in Chicago's historic Bryn Mawr district for six years until renovations began in 2010. Now, as part of the Chicago Housing Authority's Plan for Transformation, the Pomeroy Senior Apartments building is CHA's flagship senior living center on the city's North Side.
The original brick, terra cotta, and limestone façade was inspected and restored, keeping the look consistent with the other buildings in the historic neighborhood. New windows and a bronze entry canopy were constructed, complementing the design vocabulary.
The entire interior of the building was renovated, from the first floor lobby and common areas, to the rooftop spaces. The number of living units was reduced from 120 to 104 to allow for more space per unit and comply with current accessibility requirements.
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Building Team
Submitting firm: Pappageorge Haymes Partners (architect)
Developer: Chicago Housing Authority
Associate architect: Architrave Ltd.
Interior design: Koo & Associates
Structural engineer: Matrix Engineering Corp.
Mechanical/electrical engineer: The Engineering Studio
Civil engineer/Landscape architect: Terra Engineering
Sustainability consultant: Grumman Butkus Associates
Environmental consultant: GSG Consultants Inc.
General contractor: James McHugh Construction
Construction manager: d'Escoto Inc.
General Information
Size: 118,522 sf
Construction cost: $31 million
Construction time: January 2010 to August 2011
Delivery method: Design-bid-build
For added security and accessibility, the entrance of the building was moved from the busy Hollywood Avenue frontage to a quieter side street. The new entrance offers a direct view into the main-floor outdoor courtyard and a connection between the interior and exterior common areas.
The roof terrace is now accessible via a relocated staircase and elevator core. Here, residents can take advantage of private gardening and an outdoor space with views of Lake Michigan, as well as an indoor penthouse recreation room.
The Pomeroy project is tracking LEED Platinum certification through the use of geothermal wells, solar thermal and photovoltaic panels, heat recovery systems, green vegetative roofs, high-performance windows and envelope insulation, stormwater control, and Energy Star appliances. More than 90% of construction waste was diverted from landfill.
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As Ukraine prepared to assume the 2013 chairmanship of the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe, the nation's leaders undermined one of the organization's core values: freedom of the press. Censorship, denial of public information, physical attacks against reporters, and politicized lawsuits against news outlets marred the nation's press freedom climate, the Kiev-based Institute for Mass Information, or IMI, reported. The boldest attack against the free press was parliament's vote to criminalize defamation. Legislators were forced to withdraw the bill within weeks in the face of nationwide protests and international outcry. Protests also greeted a government tax investigation into the opposition broadcaster TVi. Starting in July, tax police and prosecutors raided the station's newsroom and froze its bank accounts. Prosecutors eventually dropped their case against TVi owner Nikolai Knyazhitskiy but imposed a fine against the station. Impunity prevailed in ongoing assaults against reporters, as it did in the 2000 murder of Georgy Gongadze, the first online reporter in the world to be killed for his work. Although the trial of a former Interior Ministry general on charges of carrying out Gongadze's brutal slaying began in July 2011, the proceedings ground away without resolution in late 2012. The prosecution has been pockmarked by the government's procedural missteps. In June, an appellate court said prosecutors could not pursue a case against former president Leonid Kuchma, who has long been accused of ordering the murder.
Verkhovna Rada, the Ukrainian parliament, passed a criminal defamation bill in September. The legislation would have reintroduced libel and insult—decriminalized in 2001—into the penal code, with prison penalties of up to five years. Facing outcry at home and abroad, lawmakers withdrew the bill in October.
July 18:
|Vitaly Zhuravskiy, a pro-government MP, registers the bill in Verkhovna Rada.
September 18:
|A majority of the lawmakers—244 out of 347 present—vote in support of the bill.
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|Ukrainian media start a nationwide protest called Say No to Defamation Bill, publish lawmakers' phone numbers, and urge readers to protest the legislation.
October 10:
|Verkhovna Rada drops the bill, annuls the September vote.
During the government's tax evasion inquiry of TVi, at least 80 regional cable companies removed the station's programming from their systems, local and international press reports said. Owner Nikolai Knyazhitskiy told local journalists that, combined with the government-imposed fine, his company suffered losses equal to US$1.2 million.
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|Tax police raid TVi offices and open criminal case against Knyazhitskiy, local press reported.
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|Local cable companies remove TVi programming from their networks.
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|A Kiev court rules against TVi and orders it to pay a fine of 4 million hryvnas (US$490,000). The authorities freeze the station's bank accounts.
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|TVi pays the fine after supporters come to its rescue.
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|Prime Minister Nikolai Azarov calls on cable networks to carry TVi's programming again.
Press freedom violations intensified ahead of the October 28 parliamentary election, IMI reported. The group said it had documented at least 60 violations in September alone, ranging from denial of public information to physical assaults on reporters and politicized lawsuits against news outlets. The number was up tenfold from January; both current lawmakers and new candidates were involved in the attacks, the IMI said.
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|Journalist Irina Fedoriv receives anonymous phone threats demanding she stop reporting on the transfer of public lands into private hands.
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|Investigative journalist Dmitry Volkov is assaulted in Kiev in connection with his reporting on land distribution.
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Aleksei Pukach, a former Interior Ministry general charged with executing Georgy Gongadze, remained on trial at the end of 2012. Valentina Telychenko, a lawyer for the journalist's widow, Myroslava Gongadze, told local reporters that procedural violations had stalled the case. Pukach remained in state custody.


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Re-creating this finished encouragement card is easy when you use these free instructions! These simple card-making steps are great for showing how much you care. Learn how to make this handmade card today!
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1 Make card from cardstock. 2 Stamp stem and leaves on card. 3 Stamp sentiment on card. 4 Stamp flowers on cardstock; trim. 5 Adhere flowers to card with foam tape.
1 Stamp dots inside card. 2 Cut panel from cardstock and adhere. 3 Stamp flowers and sentiment.
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Pomez Collection by Quoizel Lighting
Quoizel's Pomez Collection is a beautiful suite of four styles: a mini-pendant, two table lamps, a pendant lamp, and a floor lamp. Each of these lamps has a shade covered in pebbly orange agate stones and a dark, antique finish. The table and floor lamps have a pull chain socket. The mini pendant has one bulb; most of the rest of the lamps have three.
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Who wall mounts TVs?
Electricians, handymen and TV installation specialists may all provide television mounting services. The person who does the mounting should be qualified and knowledgeable about basic construction concepts as well as working with audiovisual cables. In general, no specialized certificates are required to provide television mounting services, but as always do your diligence and make smart hiring decisions.
It's important to find an experienced professional who will ensure the TV wall mount meets building code. Most regions have fire codes that don't permit high-voltage power cords behind walls (low-voltage wires like HDMI and video cables are generally acceptable). A basic wall mount on drywall may take approximately one to two hours, while more complex mounts on brick or stone with hidden cables can take three or more hours. If you need more electrical outlets installed near your entertainment system, you may want to hire an electrician. Check out our tips for smart hiring on Thumbtack.
Can a TV be mounted above a fireplace?
You may be able to mount your flat screen TV above your fireplace for a more streamlined look in your living room. In fact, TV mounting professionals can hang your flat screen TV flush with a wall or from a tilting or full-motion bracket mount in any room in your home. A tilting or full-motion mount may be the best option above a fireplace so you can tilt the TV down for the best viewing angle. Whether the wall above your fireplace is brick, drywall, concrete, stone or plaster, most television mounting services can accommodate your needs. Hardier wall surfaces like concrete or brick will require more labor and expertise to mount, and will likely have a higher price range.
If you want your AV and cable wires hidden in the wall, you will also pay a higher price due to the added time and skill to properly drill the holes and run wires. Before mounting your TV above your fireplace, consult with the manufacturer about necessary distance from heat sources. If the space above your fireplace gets too warm, another location could be better for the longevity of your TV. Your television mounting services may take between one and two hours, or more depending on your home theater setup.
How much does it cost for surround sound installation?
Here are some examples of average home theater installation costs and the cost of surround sound speakers:
- TV wall mount and up to 5 wall-mounted speakers with hidden wires: $399.
- 60-inch TV and small home system: $2,080.
- Equipment cost: $1,680.
- Five box speakers and subwoofer: $500.
- Three HDMI wires: $30.
- Surround amp: $250.
- 60-inch TV and bracket: $900.
- Labor cost: $400 Including setup, wiring and TV mounting.
- Equipment cost: $1,680.
- Projector and screen system plus audio wiring throughout home: $12,900.
- Equipment cost: $9,900.
- Approximate wire costs: $2,700.
- Projector and bracket: $1,500.
- 110-inch screen: $600.
- Surround amp: $500.
- 5-inch ceiling speakers and sub: $1,400.
- Remote control system: $400.
- Eight zones of speakers and volume controls: $2,800 ($350 each)
- Labor cost: $3,000. Includes prewiring for 5-inch ceiling speakers, one subwoofer, one 20-inch to 50-inch HDMI, Cat. 6 control wire to projector, 1.5-inch tube for future wire changes, and wiring for two to eight additional audio zones throughout the home. All equipment (audio boxes, amps, cable box, etc.) is concealed. The audio zones are controllable by iOS devices from anywhere in the home.
- Equipment cost: $9,900.
How much does it cost to mount a TV?
Elevate your home style with television mounting services. The national average price for television mounting services ranges between $100 and $130. Factors that can affect cost are the material of the wall you want the TV mounted on, whether you want the wires hidden, and any additional entertainment system connection you desire. It probably costs more to mount a TV on brick, stone or concrete than on drywall or plaster due to the added labor required to drill holes. For example, a company may charge an additional $99 to mount a TV on a brick wall. Here are some examples of average costs for television mounting services:
- Basic TV wall mount: $40. Does not include bracket, device connection or strip management.
- TV wall mount: $119. Includes bracket, mounting services, strip management system (for concealing external wires), and connection of all entertainment devices.
- TV wall mount with wires hidden inside wall: $139.
- Installation of additional electrical outlet: $65.
- TV wall mount over fireplace with wires hidden: $179-$249.
- TV wall mount and up to 5 speakers wall-mounted with hidden wires: $399.


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Explore the dramatic rock formations, cliffs and trails of the most visited site in the Shawnee National Forest. Millions of years in the making, the Garden of the Gods provides spectacular views unlike anywhere in the Midwest. See Camel Rock, Anvil Rock, Devil's Smoke Stack and other magnificent rock formations in this hiker's and photographer's wonderland.
CITY:Karbers Ridge
Seasonal waterfalls, awe-inspiring bluffs and rugged canyons dominate the storied landscape at Starved Rock. Rich with history and beauty, Starved Rock's hiking trails meander through towering trees and scenic overlooks along the Illinois River. Outdoor activities include hiking, canoeing, paddle boat cruises, cross-country skiing, trolley rides, fishing and picnicking. Visitors can stay at the historic Starved Rock Lodge or in one of its cozy cabins.
The Shawnee National Forest is famed for its awesome Garden of the Gods, and is home to the Rim Rock Recreational Trail (the forest has a system of 403 miles of equestrian/hiking trails). Hikers are greeted by magnificent jutting walls of rock covered with emerald-green moss, and paths that meander through canyons under the forest canopy. Nestled between the Ohio and Mississippi Rivers, the stunning Shawnee National Forest landscape features rolling hills, lakes, creeks and rugged bluffs. If you're into climbing than a must-see is Jackson Falls, located near the town of Ozark in the Hidden Springs Ranger District in Shawnee National Forest. The climb takes place on 60 feet of sandstone cliffs and boulders that include numerous freestanding towers.
The Midwest's number-one attraction is the place in Chicago for lakefront fun. Board a sightseeing or dinner cruise boat, and see a live performance at the outdoor Skyline Stage or acclaimed Chicago Shakespeare Theater. Dine at one of Navy Pier's many boardwalk restaurants and browse the unique shops and stands (a great place to pick up a souvenir).
Grizzly Jack's Grand Bear Resort
Discover a magical family getaway just beyond the glow of Chicago at Grizzly Jack's Grand Bear Resort. Nestled in the Starved Rock area of Illinois, Grizzly Jack's is an oasis of relaxation and adventure - a destination where water park fun meets natural wonder. Escape from the big city and enjoy a vacation in the scenic Northwoods at Grizzly Jack's - an unforgettable place to unwind, play, meet, dine and explore with family and friends.
Anderson Japanese Gardens has been named one of the highest quality Japanese gardens in North America by Sukiya Living Magazine since 2004. Inspired by calm and tranquility, this 12 acre award winning landscape is comprised of koi-filled ponds, winding paths, gentle streams, cascading waterfalls, raked gravel gardens, beautifully trained pines, and more. Master craftsmanship and 16th century traditional architecture is found throughout the garden.
Nestled in the beautiful hills of the Shawnee National Forest, Timber Ridge offers something for everyone, from families and honeymooners to outdoor enthusiasts. Enjoy some Southern hospitality while staying in a real log cabin or one-of-a-kind tree house. Each of the units, including the tree house, is equipped with a bathroom, kitchenette, heating and air conditioning. Physical Location: Karbers Ridge, IL 62955 GPS: 37°33'52.18?N 88°20'17.03?W
Meeting of the Great Rivers National Scenic Byway
Cruise along the Meeting of the Great Rivers National Scenic Byway, where the Mighty Mississippi, Missouri and Illinois Rivers converge. The 33-mile byway begins in Hartford, leading you through Alton and bends along the forested river bluffs to its end point in Grafton, at Pere Marquette State Park.
Full-service Conference Center in Starved Rock State Park. Dining room, bar, veranda, outdoor dining, indoor pool (for Lodge guests). Retreats, meetings, banquets, reunions and all-inclusive dream weddings. The Lodge has 69 rooms and 21 cabin rooms in a rustic, wooded setting.
Rolling agricultural fields, reclaimed strip mines, ravines, rocky streams and wooded bluffs dominate the northern half of the Tunnel Hill State Trail. With 47.8 miles (one-way) of crushed gravel surface, extended inclines and dark tunnels, this trail is a difficult one, but one not to pass up, as long as you're up for the challenge. The southern half of the trail explodes with scenery that includes bottomland woods, ponds, streams and marshes. The trail, which winds through seven towns, even touches upon a handful of ghost towns that faded into the landscape after the trains here stopped running.
KeyLime Cove Indoor Waterpark Resort
KeyLime Cove offers a year-round tropical resort experience. The massive indoor water park features a wave pool, body and tube slides, a lazy river, waterfalls and whirlpools. Besides the splashy fun, KeyLime Cove offers a variety of restaurants and entertainment options geared to both kids and parents. The family will enjoy the Riptide Reef Arcade and Dude's Black Light Tropi-Golf. Grab a little "me" time and indulge in the luxurious Paradise Mist Spa, or pamper your princess at The Enchanted Lagoon Kids Spa.
Illinois Route 66 Scenic Byway
The experiences you'll find here are as unique, fun and memorable as the road is long. Route 66 defined a remarkable era in our nation's history - and it lives on today in Illinois Route 66's many roadside attractions, museums, restaurants - and the shining ribbon of blacktop we call The Mother Road. Illinois' stretch of this mythic road boasts the highest density of kitschy, interesting things to do you'll find from here to California. So, join us for the far out journey that never ends on Illinois Route 66.
Peoria's Grandview Drive "World's Most Beautiful Drive"
This quote from President Teddy Roosevelt describes his 1910 visit to Grandview Drive in Peoria Heights. The vistas gazed upon by the former president still sit upon bluffs unchanged from when the Indians first settled in the area centuries ago. Drive along the two-and-on-half mile drive to see the expansive panoramic view of Woodford, Tazewell and Marshall counties, where on a clear day, visitors can see more than thirty miles of the scenic Illinois River valley.
CITY:Peoria Heights
Strap a mask and flippers onto your imagination and chart a course to Shedd Aquarium. Have you ever seen eye-to-eye with a dolphin? Said hello to a penguin on a stroll to the South Pole? Immersed yourself in a flooded Amazon forest? Or met a friendly beluga whale? You can do it all at Shedd! Photo courtesy of the John G. Shedd Aquarium
In the heart of the city you'll find a state-of-the-art park designed for the new millennium. Discover the reflective Cloud Gate sculpture, the multimedia Crown Fountain and the Frank Gehry-designed Jay Pritzker Pavilion, all with Chicago's stunning architecture as a backdrop. The park is also host to many free cultural programs, concerts and family activities. Plus, there's alfresco dining in the summer and an ice skating rink in the winter.
Spectacular woodlands and sheer sandstone walls create a challenge for rock climbing and rappelling, as well as hiking. Outdoor lovers will also find horseback riding, a lookout tower, cabins and a swimming pool. Dine at historic Giant City Lodge, known for its homemade fried chicken dinner. Two different locations in Giant City State Park near Carbondale give you climbing options. A trail behind the picnic shelter takes you to a set of steep bluffs known as Shelter #1 near the Makanda entrance; another climbing area of the park includes the steep sandstone cliffs in Devil's Standtable. Plan to bring all of your own equipment since no permanent anchors are allowed. Ropes are permitted in both areas. After rainstorms, the wet sandstone gets really slippery. Use caution when grabbing for ledges as copperhead snakes warm themselves on the rocks during sunny days.
Located in the heart of the city, the free Lincoln Park Zoo features an impressive ape house, the Farm-in-the-Zoo, a charming children's zoo, and rides on an old-fashioned carousel. Catch ZooLights during the holidays, when the zoo features glittering light displays and seasonal family activities. The zoo was one of the locales featured in the film Return to Me.
Kayak through canyons of skyscrapers and architectural wonders, or explore the waters just off beautiful Lake Michigan. Kayak Chicago is Chicago's premier full-service outfitter, offering a variety of tours with certified instructors and guides. It's a truly unique way to experience the urban landscape.
This scenic drive follows the flow of the mighty Mississippi River as it curves along the western edge of Illinois and meanders for more than 550 miles, traveling through charming small towns and offering beautiful river and woodland views along the way.
Six Flags Great America & Hurricane Harbor
Two great parks. One destination! Six Flags Great America is fun for the whole family with 14 heart-pounding roller coasters, a water park with over 30 soaking water rides, spectacular shows, family rides and big pint-sized fun for the kids with over 30 rides in our children's areas. Try the Goliath, a triple record breaking roller coaster. It is the world's fastest wooden coaster with the tallest and steepest drop, plunging riders down 180 feet and rocketing through twists and turns at 72 miles per hour. This summer, Six Flags Great America will debut a brand new 4D interactive thrill ride, Justice League: Battle for Metropolis. This new adventure will feature state-of-the-art technology, high-tech video graphics, and a full-sensory gaming experience that puts you right in the middle of the action. Also enjoy Hurricane Harbor and Riptide Bay, the water park that boasts more slides and attractions. Catch a wave at the only place to surf on Lake Michigan.
There's more than 200 beautifully landscaped acres to explore at Brookfield Zoo. Highlights include dolphin shows at Seven Seas, ape encounters at Tropic World and the chance for kids to dress up and play veterinarian at the Hamill Family Play Zoo. The zoo also offers an old-fashioned carousel and a wide variety of shopping and dining options.
Canyons, streams, prairie and forest combine to delight visitors at Matthiessen State Park. Located in central LaSalle County, approximately four miles south of Utica and three miles east of Oglesby, Matthiessen is a paradise for those interested in geology as well as recreation. Visitors can expect to see beautiful rock formations in addition to unusual and abundant vegetation and wildlife. All of this, along with park and picnic facilities make Matthiessen State Park a popular choice for a special outing.
Looking for a jaw dropping, heart racing experience? Try Grafton's newest attraction – a zip line that affords those brave enough a stunning river view and hours of fun. The nine zip lines total 1.75 miles, which should take approximately two hours to complete. The first of nine zip lines is nicknamed the Baby Bear – the shortest measuring only 300 feet in length. The longest, at 2,000 feet, is the Soaring Eagle, which has breathtaking views during its 250-foot descent. The Deer Hollow (3rd zip) and the Barn Burner (the final zip) are both 1,500 feet. The Limestone Leap (7th zip) is 1,300 feet, the River Run (5th zip) is 1,200 feet, the Gobblers Knob (6th zip) is 1,000 feet and the Road Runner (2nd zip) at 700 feet.
Starved Rock Adventures Harbor Villas and Suites
Waterfront family villas and suites. 1-2 bedroom housekeeping units. Deluxe and unique. Open April through October. $$


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"There's a remarkable consensus around a fiduciary standard when advice is being delivered to retail investors," said Skip Schweiss, introducing a panel of experts on the top regulatory issues facing advisors at the TD Ameritrade Institutional regional conference Tuesday.
Schweiss (left), TDAI's managing director of advisor advocacy and industry affairs, noted that TD surveys advisors each quarter, asking what keeps them up at night. The top answer, he said, is consistently regulatory issues, so "we spend a lot of calories" in advocating for its affiliated RIAs in Washington.
On stage before the formal presentation at the St. Regis hotel in Dana Point, Calif., Schweiss showed his leanings on the fiduciary issue by pulling a ballcap from his pocket that bore the legend, "The 'F' Word Rocks,' thanking his "good friend Knut Rostad" for supplying the chapeau (Mr. Rostad, for the unitiated, is chief compliance officer for the advisory firm Rembert Pendleton Jackson in Falls Church, Va., a leading light of The Institute for the Fiduciary Standard and a blogger for AdvisorOne—see his latest blog post—also on the fiduciary issue).
With that, Schweiss handed off the moderator's duty to Investment News reporter Mark Schoeff, who introduced the panelists: David Tittsworth, executive director of the Investment Adviser Association; Barbara Roper, director of investor protection of the Consumer Federation of America, and Kevin Carroll, associate general counsel of SIFMA.
Confirming Schweiss' characterization of regulation as top of mind for advisors and many others, Roper (right) began by saying that "how you regulate financial intermediaries is the single most important thing you can do to protect investors," that current regulations are insufficient, and thus it's appropriate to focus on implementation of Section 913 of the Dodd-Frank Act, which called for the SEC to consider applying a fiduciary standard to all advice-givers, not just RIAs, when they are providing investment advice to retail consumers.
There is, she said, a "fundamentally different relationship between broker and customer"and an advisor and clients. Citing the RAND Corp. research conducted on behalf of the SEC, she argued that "the majority of investors act on the recommendations they get" from their brokers or advisors "without doing any additional research," thus constituting a engagement of "trust that demands a fiduciary relationship."
Roper said the RAND study also discovered that "investors don't understand the difference between a broker or an advisor, even after you explain the difference to them—so the investor can't make an informed decision."
Kevin Carroll of SIFMA agreed with Roper on this point. "Many of our members are dually registered firms," and thus the securities organization has a "direct stake in how a fiduciary standard is implemented." The securities industry realizes, he said, "that brokers and advisors are providing the same service," so they should be held to the same, higher standard. Moreover, he said SIFMA member firms that follow "best practices are already meeting that standard; it makes consummate sense that the same services be held to the same standard of conduct."
Taking up the issue, Tittsworth (who also blogs regularly for AdvisorOne) agreed that "functional regulation makes sense," and that the "fiduciary standard has worked well" in protecting investors since the 1940 Investment Advisers Act, supported particularly by a 1963 Supreme Court ruling. (In that ruling, on SEC v. Capital Gains Research Bureau, the court held that Section 206 of the '40 Act imposed a fiduciary duty on RIAs). However, Tittsworth said that IAA's "concern is that the '40 Act fiduciary standard will be watered down."
Carroll said that for the SEC fiduciary rule, SIFMA is "looking for a more rules-based approach because so much of what the securities industry does is not providing personal advice," mentioning IPOs and Wall Street firms' roles as market makers, and mentioned that the 1963 Supreme Court ruling had "read into" the '40 Act in establishing a fiduciary duty for RIAs.
In response to an advisor in the audience's exasperated plea that the fiduciary issue was a simple one, Tittsworth responded by saying, "That's the real debate here—you've hit it on the head," between a principles-based and a rules-based approach to implementing a fiduciary standard. The tension between those two approaches exists not by accident, he suggested. "Section 913 is pretty convoluted" in its language, Tittsworth said, "because it was a compromise between groups like SIFMA and mine."
Turning to the issue of Section 914 of Dodd-Frank concerning whether a self-regulatory organization should be set up for RIAs, Carroll called for "consistent oversight of advisors," arguing that the current level of RIA exams by the SEC "is not acceptable."
While Tittsworth and Roper both agreed that more examination of SEC-registered advisors is a noble goal, they both favor increased funding of the SEC to do so, particularly through user fees. Carroll, however, countered by saying that an SRO "is a more cost- and resource-efficient solution for our members and in general. Who would be best [for conducting exams of RIAs)? An SRO or the federal government," meaning the SEC.
Tittsworth quickly disagreed with Carroll's argument. "Nobody has ever said that FINRA is a super-regulator whose mandate should be expanded," and cited the examples of other countries' experience, notably the U.K. "SROs are in decline" by securities regulators worldwide, so "let's give the SEC the tools to meet its mandates: consumer protection; fair and orderly markets; capital formation."
Roper completed the conversation by noting that the CFA has been "asking for more funding for the SEC since Ronald Reagan was president," to no avail. "The price to get an SRO through Congress," Roper said, would be to "exempt out any big organization –like mutual fund companies—from SRO oversight. FINRA, she said "works now because all broker-dealers—big and small—are overseen" by FINRA. She concluded bluntly: "No SRO will get through Congress."
On these topics, SEC Chairwoman Mary Schapiro said Tuesday that she still expects to propose a fiduciary standard under Section 913 next year, as AdvisorOne's Joyce Hanson reported. But in the "be careful what you wish for" department, Tom Nally, president of TD Ameritrade Institutional, said separately at the California gathering that he worries that if a fiduciary standard (and I use an 'a' article rather than a 'the' article by design) is imposed on all advice-givers, it may be a watered-down standard. As such, he warned, it may prove to be a competitive disadvantage for RIAs who already operate under "the" fiduciary standard.


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The end result you see before you is far from being how this particular Impala build started out. Its owner, Johnny Lopez, originally wanted to build a lightweight fullsize, devoid of its convertible top, side glass, and any other unnecessary weight. Power would come from a powerhouse of a big-block, and the suspension would give the Impala the ability to harness that horsepower and perform like a car half its size.
But such a vehicle wouldn't be very passenger friendly, and would only able to be driven on the nicest of days with no risk of rain or other foul weather. And Johnny suddenly found himself wanting to drive the car more and enjoy it with his wife and kids. So, the plan changed.
Instead of a true roadster, the '66 would have a soft top, side glass, and full interior. The fire breathing, petrol hungry big-block and corner-carving suspension would remain though. So would all the custom body mods Brent Jarvis and his crew at Performance Restorations were crafting into the Impala's metal shell. All trim and emblems were removed, their holes welded up and smoothed into the surrounding bodywork. The only things left in place were the door handles and lock mechanisms.
The starting point was a plain-Jane 1966 convertible that was bought and shipped to the shop for building. Since Johnny is from California, Brent and his staff figured they'd be getting a typical rust free California car to start with. But what arrived at their doorstep was a cancer-ridden rust bucket, that in Brent's words they nearly rebodied once all the infected sheetmetal was cut out and replaced with solid steel. While all this was going on, the mechanicals and suspension were going together.
The engine is build around a Dart tall-deck block machined with a 4.600-inch bore and matched to a 4.750-stroke crank, for a displacement of 623 ci. Dart 335 CNC aluminum cylinder heads sit on top, while an Erson hydraulic roller cam with 0.657/0.657-inch lift actuates the valvetrain. Induction starts with an Offenhauser dual carb intake, machined to fit the tall deck block, with a pair of Quick Fuel Technologies 750 cfm carbs on top of that. On the dyno, the big-inch Rat pumped out 801 hp at 5,800 rpm, and 733 lb-ft of torque at 4,400 rpm. The whole thing was put together by Coil Racing engines in McHenry, Illinois.
Sending all that torque to the rear is a Tremec TKO600 five-speed manual, with a Zoom clutch. Speaking of the rear, it's a special unit built by Strange Engineering. It was the first one built by Strange for B-body Chevys, and served as the prototype for the current production unit. It has street friendly 3.55 gears, and a Strange Tru-Trac differential.
For the suspension, Global West was sourced for almost everything needed to get the big body Impala to handle like its Chevelle siblings. Up front, Global's tubular upper control arms and caster rods are paired with the stock lower control arms, and QA1 adjustable coilovers. In the back, two-inch drop springs are used with QA1 adjustable shocks, and the stock control arms were fully boxed for extra stiffness. The steering is handled by a GM/Delphi 600 fast ratio power box, and the brakes are SSBC 14-inch slotted rotors with six-piston calipers. The rear rotors handle two different calipers, with a smaller set serving as the emergency brake. Everything is mounted to the stock frame, which Performance Restorations fully boxed in on the C-channel, and smoothed out all factory seam welds.
The body, now devoid of all its trim and emblems, was massaged into one of the straightest '66's you'll ever see. The Stinger-style hood was handmade at the shop in fiberglass, the headlights were recessed and concealed, then a handcrafted billet grille installed to finish off the car's face. In back, Caprice taillights were installed to match up with the new custom front grille. The color is a custom PPG Pearl mix, and the accent strip on top of the fender lines was hand painted. Finishing off the outside is a set of Wheel Pros rollers, 19x9.5 front, 20x10.5 rear, wrapped in Michelin Pilot rubber.
After several days of shakedown runs and checks to shake out any bugs and make sure the Impala was at its best, the keys were handed over to Johnny, and the fun really began.


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All About Asparagus
Asparagus is a classic and versatile vegetable that can be enjoyed at backyard barbecues and upscale restaurants alike. While most people think of the traditional green asparagus plants, white and purple varieties are also available, and they're especially tender with a sweeter overall flavor. Feel free to use whichever color you like – they're all interchangeable in recipes!
Given its nutritional value (providing vitamins A, C, folate and fiber), asparagus makes a welcome addition to any menu. Read below for everything you need to know about shopping for and cooking this versatile vegetable!
- How it's grown: Grown in spring and early summer, asparagus is a hearty plant. During the warmer parts of the growing season, asparagus is picked as often as every 24 hours, and a stalk can grow up to 10" per day in ideal conditions! New asparagus plants take about 3 years to develop strong roots, but will continue to grow for up to 15 years.
- How to shop for it:Tips should be tight and dry. Spears should be uniform in size and not appear limp or soft (spears with larger diameters tend to be more tender). Raw asparagus should have no odor.
- How to store it:Wrap the ends in a wet paper towel, place in a plastic bag and store in the refrigerator. Or, stand up with ends in 2" of cold water. Asparagus can also be frozen for future use. Before freezing, wash thoroughly, blanch in boiling water for 1-2 minutes, cool immediately in ice water, drain and pack in freezer bags with air removed. Use within 8 months and cook directly from the frozen state.
- How to eat it:
- Slice ¼" off asparagus ends before cooking. Some people prefer to lightly peel the stalk portion for easier eating.
- Be careful when steaming asparagus – over-steaming can lead to the vegetable falling apart!
- Use a vegetable peeler to slice the asparagus into strips or ribbons. Toss with your favorite vinaigrette and serve as a visually exciting cold salad!
- Make vegetable bundles with crisp-tender asparagus stalks (whole or sliced lengthwise), and strips of carrots and zucchini. Tie the bundles with a chive or lightly blanched green onion.
- Asparagus can be topped with Parmesan cheese and baked for a beautiful presentation.
- Crisp-tender asparagus spears can be used to top a veggie sub or sandwich.
- Larger asparagus spears can be placed directly on the grill for a delicious savory flavor.
- Make asparagus fries by coating in flour, a beaten egg and seasoned panko breadcrumbs. Bake and enjoy!


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Carl Sagan's Contact: The movie was fine, but the book is amazing.
What it is: A speculative 1985 science fiction novel by visionary astronomer Carl Sagan, later adapted into a feature film starring Jodie Foster.
What I've read: I finished it a week or so ago.
Is it good? Hell yes it is. I hadn't read any Sagan before and I'm blown away by this book. I bet this book is a lot of people's favorite book.
Quick thoughts: It's quickly knocked the movie from my memory except that I can't help but picture the protagonist Ellie as looking like Jodie Foster. While the movie did a good job of telling one woman's story, the book (by being a book) is able to tell a more global, far-reaching story. I wish I could see the world the way Carl Sagan sees the world—this luminous mixture of imagination and science. He expresses such wonder at the universe, and his scientific bona-fides only ever enhanced that wonder. This book rules.
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Cheese and strawberry jam sandwiches, cold baked beans in a salad and tuna with salt & vinegar crisps - they sound revolting but are all good enough to eat, according to a new survey.
The traditional image of Brits being unadventurous when it comes to food is blown away by a new poll of 2000 UK adults as it found more than one in 10 Brits like to dip their toast into their tea.
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Taco Bell Night at May 24 Street Fights; DER Bracket Series Returns to Action May 25-27
Thanks to Taco Bell®, May 24 may be the perfect chance to race for anyone who has been tempted to test their ride during Taco Bell® Street Fights at Bristol Dragway.
For those who have yearned to take on drag racing's most historic track, anyone with a Taco Bell receipt will be able to race for $5 on Taco Bell® Night on May 24.
Long regarded as one of NHRA's "crown jewel" facilities, Thunder Valley is the ultimate playground for those who want to get a taste of speed and excitement, while racing in a safe and controlled environment.
Taco Bell® supports the mission of Street Fights by encouraging drivers to race their cars on the track and not the street.
Not only will a receipt allow any licensed driver to hit the strip for just $5, on that date, it also will register them for a Street Fights season pass, good for admission for the entire 2012 season.
During the evening, fans will be able to participate in the Beefy Nacho Burrito Friend contest. One friend will roll another friend in a giant Beefy Nacho Burrito, complete with jumbo toppings. The team to complete the human burrito fastest will win admission to the next event and a Beefy Nacho burrito.
Each guest will be given a punch card at the gate. Each time the fan buys a Beefy Nacho Burrito and a Pepsi, the card is punched every time this combo is bought. Once a fan has five punches, they can bring their card to Street Fights anytime between May 31 - July 5 to receive a free Pepsi item. The card also gives them a chance to enter for tickets to the IRWIN Tools Night Race in August at Bristol Motor Speedway.
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Finally, the popular Taco Bell gift card giveaway continues at each Street Fights event during the 2012 season. Anyone who brings a Taco Bell® receipt can register to win a Taco Bell® gift card which will be given away at the end of the night.
Anyone can take on the famous quarter-mile in Thunder Valley in their car, while their friends cheer from the grandstands. In a tough economy, an evening at Taco Bell® Street Fights is an obvious choice.
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|Hazleton Standard Speaker, 22MAY1971, pg2
"BLUM - At Hazleton, Thursday, May 20th, Dr. Maurice L. Blum, beloved husband of Mrs. Hazel (Hill) Blum, reposing at the Fierro Funeral Home. Viewing from 7 to 9 Saturday evening. Services at the Beth Israel Temple at 10:30 Sunday morning with Rabbi Abraham Ruderman officiating. Interment in the Beth Israel Temple Cemetery. Arrangements by Fierro Funeral Service."
|Hazleton Standard Speaker, 24MAY1971, pg28
Military honors were accorded by members of Hazleton American Legion Post 76. Flagbearers were Patrick McDwyer and V.J. McGeehan. Max Pancheri Jr. was the bugler.
Members of the firing squad, under the command of Harry Kenvin, were Paul Evancho, Dennis Boyle, Donald Hill, Edward McGeehan, Thomas Kennedy, and post commander, Raymond Marusak.
Active pallbearers, all members of the Hazleton Lions, were past presidents Peter Forliano, Angelo Sist, Carl Ambrosia, and Edward Scarp, President David Schwartz; and Louis J. Fierro, third vice president."
As I transcribed the funeral notice a thought crossed my mind...Boyle is a family name for my tree. I wonder if this Dennis that served as a member of the firing squad for Maurice's funeral was related to me. Boyle is certainly a common name, but I'm 1/2 Irish...they're pretty much all common names.
Then there was the mention in the firing squad of Donald Hill. Again, another common name, but Maurice's wife was a Hill. Her brother's name was Harry according to Hazel's obituary (that'll be next week), but thought that perhaps this was a nephew or a cousin. As far as nephews go that would have the Hill surname...none. As far as I can tell, Hazel's brother had 2 daughters, Doris and Marian.
Either way the thought of a Hill family member taking part in remembering Maurice makes me smile. The thought of a distant cousin of my own taking part is beautiful indeed. Even if I can't verify who they are right now the thought makes my heart light.


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Witch at Large: Ruminations from a Grey Perspective
Seeing Paganism in terms of being a movement, explorations of our history, societal context, comparisons to other religious movements, and general Pagan culture.
One Real Gripe, Two Frustrations
My gripe-du-jour is about people who volunteer to take on a task or role and then disappear. I know it's true that with all-volunteer organizations such as most Pagan groups are that the out-of-site-out-of-mind rule applies. A volunteer leaves a meeting or gathering or festival full of zeal and ready to take on the work of whatever project(s) the group is planning. That person may even have been provided with documents, mailing lists, etc. with which to accomplish the task(s). He[1] may even have taken on the responsibilities of an officer within the organization. Then he gets home and more immediate concerns distract and derail him.
This phenomenon was more damaging to Pagan efforts at organizing prior to the advent of the Internet. For instance, within CoG, source of most but not all of my experience, membership applications must be timely processed or the applicant will wonder if her papers were even received. And when a newsletter published eight times a year is the primary, and only official, vehicle of communication within the organization, getting every newsletter to the membership is critical. Of course, today we can renew memberships online, and the newsletter editors of recent years have done a splendid job. But back in the day such lapses in accomplishing volunteer tasks could have a negative impact on the group at large.
So although the matter of disappearing or non-performing volunteers does not have the same consequences today, it does affect the organizations on whose behalf one volunteered – negatively so when tasks are not fulfilled.
Were it not for volunteers, there would be no Pagan movement. Volunteers make things happen, so please don't let my grumbling discourage you from volunteering. Just be sure you plan to keep your commitment. Not coming through on one's offer can damage the entire venture.
My frustrations relate to blogs and blogging. I know that these frustrations have to do with the nature of the beast, but they remain frustrating to me nonetheless.
First is the tendency readers have to read only brief blogs. If a blog goes into substance and nuance, if it's longer than 500 words or so, visitors tend not to bother reading. I myself am guilty of this. One reason is the plethora of blogs, Pagan and otherwise. There's so much information and opinion being proffered that one can easily become saturated and absorb no more for the nonce. In my case, I sometimes also find myself being over-stimulated as well, because what a particular blogger says about a particular topic or issue inspires me to respond. Sometimes there are things I want to add or expand upon. At other times it's my disagreement with the blogger that calls me to speak up.
As a result, there are some blogs I save to read later – a goal I seldom attain. There are bloggers whose ideas or writing appeals to me. So those are people whose blogs I tend to check more regularly. Then there are the profusion of blogs about timely issues, current controversies, community standards, behavior, practice, theology and belief. In the case of current controversies, I tend to try to wait a bit before I jump in so that I can respond in a way I consider to be constructive rather than replying when I'm in a tizzy.[2]
So what's a gal to do? If I write briefer blogs, perhaps people might be more likely to read them. However, the flip side is that when I try to blog about a single topic, and it hinges on others topics, as so many do, I often go for thoroughness at the expense of brevity. Although I mention in the blog the related topics I plan to address, readers tend to bring them up as though I'd overlooked them, when what I was trying to do was to focus on one smaller topic in order to keep my blog shorter.
So there you are, in fewer than 700 words. I may or may not feel inspired to address the concept of volunteerism in another blog. I welcome comments about volunteerism and anything else this post might inspire the reader to share.
[1] I'm using the masculine pronoun here because my most recent frustration is with a person of the male persuasion; what I'm saying applies to all humans regardless of gender or gender identity.
[2] Most recently I waited so long to respond in a level and non-inflammatory way, my blog was so reasoned and reasonable, that it appears that no readers picked up on the fact that in writing about inclusivity/exclusivity and boundaries I was addressing the furor about closed and open rituals at PantheaCon (and beyond) the last few years.
Thursday, 10 October 2013
I definitely read -- and write -- posts that are shorter, and I harbor no guilt about that whatsoever. I've read hundreds of pages that you have written, when they're in book form, because books are something I can get comfortable with, change position, adjust the lighting or my environment more than I ever can with a screen device. Blogs will always be best for short-form reading, because the medium far too limited to be otherwise. I'm never going to take a blog into the tub with me.
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The next (long overdue) graudit version is out! Just in time for those who wants to do some hacking during the holidays.
Big thanks to the people who contributed with patches, bug reports and feedback. Keep
them coming!
- -L operator does vim friendly line numbers
- Man pages and documentation updates
- PHP signature updates
- JSP signature updates
- Dotnet signature updates
- Perl signature updates and bug fixes
- Python signature updates
- Bug fixes for aux/ scripts
- More aux/ scripts
- Fixed ignore CVS directories by default
Package maintainers should note that graudit now has a man page. The install section of the Makefile does not currently place it anywhere, so please patch for the appropriate location. I will add more distro neutral updates to the makefile for next release.This release fixes some of the broken whitespace neutral rules I added last release. For the perl users, I'm sorry.
Big thanks to the people who contributed with patches, bug reports and feedback. Keep
them coming!
You can download the latest version from the graudit download page.
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Jason Epstein, Naomi Binkley are Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's Man, Woman of the Year
A 10-week fundraising campaign paid off handsomely for Rocky Mountain chapter of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, with candidates for the Man of the Year and Woman of the Year bringing in $270,000 for blood cancer research and patient services.
The winners alone, Jason Epstein and Naomi Binkley, contributed close to $75,000 of that total and accepted their crowns at the Grand Finale Gala held May 17 at the Marriott City Center.
Epstein competed in memory of his father, David Epstein, who succumbed to blood cancer on May 14, 1998. Binkley, a fifth-generation native of Colorado, joined the race in an effort to inspire her daughters and others to find creative ways to make a difference in the lives of others.
In all, the 13 contenders raised a remarkable $269,557.99.
Three other titles were awarded that night. The Relentless Volunteerism Award went to Mark Dietz; Hannah Rice was given the Rising Star for the Mission Award and Martin Baca IV accepted the Mission Integration Award.
Others participating in the annual fundraiser were Stephanie Mercer, Stephanie Estes, Wendy Aiello, Stacey Donaldson, George Eder, Josh Davies, Hugo Leon and Steve Hicks.
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society supports the more than 1.1 million people in the U.S. who are living with or in remission from a blood cancer.
"Every four minutes, someone in the U.S. is diagnosed with a blood cancer, says Rebecca Russell, executive director of the Rocky Mountain chapter. "We are extremely grateful to Jason and Naomi, and our other Man & Woman of the Year candidates, for their commitment to helping us fulfill our mission of finding a cure."
Since 1954, Russell adds, the LLS has "Invested nearly $1 billion to fund research, and this is largely possible because of the dedication of leaders like Jason and Naomi to raising funding."
The Grand Finale Gala was emceed by CBS4 weather anchor Ed Greene and sponsored by Cresa Denver, Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck, Adolfson & Peterson Construction, Bellco Credit Union, Chotin Foundation, Fox Rothschild, RK Mechanical, Inc., Vince Vecciarelli and Wellness Center of Denver.
Epstein and Binkley will go on to compete at the national level.
Joanne Davidson: 303-809-1314, firstname.lastname@example.com and @joannedavidson on Twitter


text: What is it that the unemployed need more than anything to get back on their feet? The Onion's panel of experts (mostly) agrees: Apple products. The worst part? Somewhere, someone without a job probably is plunking down a cool grand on a MacBook Pro refurb because learning graphic design is the only way out of his step-brother's guest bedroom.


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It can be difficult to get a good photo of all your loved ones together, but one family are making sure they get the perfect holiday snap by advertising for a personal photographer to travel around the globe with them.
What's the job?
The anonymous UK-based family is looking for a photographer to travel the world with them for the next 12 months and document their experiences.
The unique role will involve travelling outside of the UK for up to three months at a time and will require attendance at events such as the Formula One Grand Prix in Monaco, Mardi Gras in New Orleans and skiing at Val d'Isere.
The family states that they will be travelling to and from their many residences and holiday homes across Europe, America, South America, and Australia.
During these visits, the photographer will be asked to take photos of the family, documenting their lives and experiences.
Should I apply?
The perfect candidate must be suitably qualified, with at least five years' worth of experience shooting lifestyle images.
Hopeful applicants will also need to go through a rigorous interview process and be subject to a full background check. They will also need to spend a weekend with the family, to make sure the "right chemistry" is there.
The selected photographer will be expected to work up to 10 hours on days of work, but will be given full sick pay and 30 days of holiday.
Perks of the job
The salary for this role is £80,000 for the year, plus travel, food and accommodation expenses.
The successful candidate will be given their own living quarters at all travel locations and will also be given "extensive perks" within the role, something which the family says they'll discuss in more detail during the interview process.
Anyone interested can apply online via the Perfocal blog, where you'll also find more information about the role.


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