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Recently, I covered two events for the paper that brought back memories of this same time a year ago.
It was April 2008 when I visited Rio Blanco County for the first time. I drove out from Denver with Mitch Bettis, owner/publisher of the Herald Times and longtime friend and colleague.
During that weekend visit, we drove to Rangely to attend the Colorado Northwestern Community College Foundation dinner and auction. We sat at the same table as Kai and Liz Turner. I was introduced as a newspaper friend of Mitch's, though I think Kai and Liz suspected I was here to check things out.
I remember Kai talking about starting a campaign to run for county commissioner. Of course, he was later elected and now serves on the Rio Blanco County Board of Commissioners.
Also at that CNCC dinner, I remember being introduced to, among others, Ann Brady, the mayor of Rangely; Peggy Rector, of the CNCC Foundation Board of Directors; and Reed Kelley, local rancher and political activist.
The other event Mitch and I attended during that weekend last April was the 9Health Fair in Meeker. There, I remember meeting for the first time Dr. Albert Krueger and Drew Varland, chief nursing officer at Pioneers Medical Center.
Last weekend, as I took photos at the health fair, talked to people while we waited in line to have blood drawn, and then over breakfast shared a table with Harry Watt, Melinda Parker, Dee Weiss, Shawn Luce and Henry and Kris Arcolesse, I couldn't help but think back to a year ago when I was here for the first time, and I didn't know a soul. Interestingly, a year later, Dee was actually my "date" for the recent CNCC Foundation dinner, as we drove over together from Meeker.
I had no idea what to expect on my initial visit to Rio Blanco County. I had never been to this part of Colorado.
On the drive out here, Mitch and I ran into a snowstorm and the Eisenhower/Johnson Memorial Tunnels were closed. We waited, like other motorists, stuck in a long line of traffic, hoping the tunnels would be opened. Eventually, we grew tired of waiting. So we decided to try another route. We ended up taking the Rabbit Ears Pass. What should have been a four-hour drive, turned into a six- or seven-hour trip, if I remember right.
But, eventually, we made it.
When we finally drove into Meeker, it was late at night. So, of course, it was dark, and none of the stores was open. I had to wait until morning to get my first look at the town.
When I peeked out of the window the next morning, the sun was shining. And for the rest of the weekend, the weather was beautiful.
That weekend, Mitch and I shared an apartment in the back of a church. Little did I know I would end up renting a house directly across the alley from the church.
After I made the move to Rio Blanco County in late May, I found out we could still get some cold weather in Colorado. I remember thinking it strange I had to turn up the furnace first thing in the morning to take the chill off, and it was June. That doesn't happen in Kansas, where I used to live.
But it wasn't long before I took the flannel sheets off the bed and I started wearing shorts to work, as temperatures began a steady climb upward. I would experience many perfect-weather days during my first summer in northwest Colorado. The summer months seemed like day after day of blue skies and 80- or 90-degree temperatures, and it cooled off at night, which is also something it doesn't do back in Kansas. I never missed not having an air conditioner in my house, again something that would be unheard of in Kansas. As one of my neighbors said of the summers, "This is why we live out here."
I remember, too, my first snow of the season. It was Election Day. I had put in a long day at the office, waiting for election results and then doing phone interviews with school district officials from both Meeker and Rangely, since both towns had bond issues on the ballot. I finally went home around 11 that night. I stood in front of my house, smoking a cigar, unwinding after a long day, and talking to a friend on the phone, when big snowflakes started falling from the dark sky. It was the perfect ending to the day.
My first year in northwest Colorado has been nothing if not eventful. My first day on the job, there was a fatal house fire. A few weeks later, I was covering a county commission meeting when 40 or 50 people suddenly showed up, filling the meeting room and spilling out into the hallway. At the time, I had no idea why they were there. I soon found out they were residents of Love's RV Park and they had showed up to voice their concerns to commissioners about the closing of the park. Ginny Love told me later, "You should have seen the look on your face when all those people started walking in." I was just glad I had my camera with me. I learned early on to take it with me everywhere I go.
If I've learned one other thing during my time here it's that everybody is related. I continue to be amazed at how people in a small town are connected. As someone told me, "You'd better be careful what you say about somebody, because chances are they're related to the person you're talking to."
There have been so many events and meetings and happenings and interesting people to write about during the past year. Whoever thinks nothing happens in a small town is seriously mistaken. There's no shortage of news. Sadly, there has been tragedy, too, like the double homicide last September in Rangely, and then last week's news of an 18-year-old former Rangely High School student, who died of an overdose.
It didn't take long for me to figure out there's a certain amount of animosity, or at least rivalry, between the two ends of the county. My first or second week on the job I received an e-mail from someone complaining there was no Rangely news in the paper. Then last week, I had someone tell me there was too much Rangely news in the paper. Sometimes I think we can't win, or perhaps it's an indication of how far we've come.
Tough economic times can bring people together, which is what seems to be happening in Rio Blanco County. With the recent talk between the Meeker and Rangely Chambers of Commerce about exploring the idea of forming a countywide chamber, it's an indication there's a willingness on both ends of the county to work cooperatively, to join forces. It makes sense. After all, we're all in this together.
Approaching my one-year anniversary in Rio Blanco County has caused me to look back. A lot has happened in the past 12 months.
Of course, there have been mess-ups, which, unfortunately, are inevitable in this business, like last week when I initially understood that Howard Robinson was killed in a rollover accident when, actually, he was only injured. The correct version of the story was what was published in the paper. However, the wrong version somehow made it on to the Web site. My sincere apologies to the Robinson family.
At least I don't get lost trying to locate my office, like I did those first few days on the job, when I had trouble finding my way around the Hugus Building. And I don't get called "The New Guy" — a name Wendy Gutierrez gave me — as much as I used to, though I'll probably always be considered an outsider.
I had somebody come up to me last weekend at the health fair and introduce himself. He asked if I was the newspaper guy. I said, yes. Then he introduced me to his wife, adding, "You know, we read his column. He's trying to find a girlfriend."
When I told a friend back in Kansas about the man's comment, he said, "What are you doing out there, writing a lonely hearts column?"
I suppose I have gained a bit of a reputation. I recently received a thank-you note after covering an event, which, by the way, included lunch, and the person who wrote the note, said, "Now at least I know … all it takes is a little food to lure Jeff."
As a friend in Meeker told me after reading one of my "single guy" columns, "I'm on to you."
So, it seems the mystery of being the new guy is over, but it's nice to feel a sense of belonging. Thank you to everyone who has made me feel welcome in Rio Blanco County.
In some ways, the past year has flown by. In other ways, it feels like I have been here much longer than a year.
One thing for sure, it feels like home.
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A fund has been set up for Toni Simmons at First National Bank of the Rockies and Mountain Valley Bank in Meeker. Simmons, the former Toni Carroll, recently found out she has a rare form of cancer.
"She has a rather big tumor on her hip and another one right by it, just smaller," said Robin Purkey. "So she will have to go through surgery to remove the tumor and then chemotherapy and radiation to get anything left behind. The cancer is called Ewing's sarcoma. It's rare, but rarely fatal, and the percentage of recovery is high. The only problem is that she and Brandon (Simmons' husband) don't have insurance. That's why we're doing this."
Toni, 21, and Brandon have a daughter, Jaicee, 9 months.
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Congratulations to Lisa Belmonte of Meeker, who competed April 20 in the Boston Marathon. She accomplished her goal of running in the Boston Marathon before her 40th birthday in May. She finished the course in 3:19:17, which was her second best time.
"I was expecting a slower time based on how congested it was, particularly early in the race," Belmonte said. "I was running at a very comfortable pace — training here and running at sea level obviously paid off — and had the attitude that I had earned my spot in Boston, so just run easy and have a good time. All in all, it was a great experience — far better than I even imagined. I definitely will run it again."
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Bill Mitchem of Rangely missed the opening weekend of BedRock Depot in Dinosaur because he was in the hospital. Most recently, Mitchem has been rehabbing at a facility in Palisade.
"He had a tear in the spinal cord, which put Bill flat on his back for a few days," said Leona Hemmerich, Mitchem's business partner at the BedRock Depot. "He hopes to be home by the first of May."
Mitchem's wife, too, has been in the hospital with a serious infection.
"She was quarantined for a few days," Hemmerich said. "They wouldn't even let Bill in to see her."
Here's wishing both Bill and his wife a speedy recovery.
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Beverly Gibbs, grant and foundation director for Colorado Northwestern Community College, said between $9,000 and $9,500 was raised during the foundation's annual dinner and auction April 18.
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Rangely's post office will collect food items May 9 for the Stamp Out Hunger one-day food drive. "Tubs will be set up around town, where mail units are located, and the carriers will collect food after they complete their rounds," said Dusty Moreno. "We do ask that the food be nonperishable, canned goods, things like that."
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With Ran Cochran recovering from an accidental gunshot wound, Nancy Richardson, the deputy coroner, is handling coroner duties for the county.
Cochran, who was hospitalized a few weeks ago because of a post-surgery infection, encountered another setback last week when he returned to the hospital in Grand Junction because he was having trouble keeping food down.
Get better, Ran.
Jeff Burkhead is editor of the Herald Times. You may e-mail him at firstname.lastname@example.com.


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What am I doing with my life?!
As a deep thinker and someone who has been on a quest since a very young age to understand the meaning of existence and nihility, I have always struggled with intermittent phases of existential, and as a subset, identity, crisis.
An existential crisis is basically when someone questions, to varying degrees, their existence and the metaphysical, abstract concepts around them.
You know, the "What am I doing? Why am I here? What is the meaning of life?" and "What if we are all just farts in a turtle's dream?" questions.
I mean, if you aren't haunted by that last question, there is something seriously wrong with you.
When I was younger (and actually still to this day) my father and I used to sit and talk for hours about these concepts. He would inevitably end somewhere along the lines of "Well, I probably won't ever know with certainty but I'm sure enjoying this experience we call life!"
Meanwhile, I'd be on the opposite end of the spectrum thinking, "Well, I better figure this shit out soon because I'm NOT comfortable and there are questions that need to be answered!"
However, gradually, the dust would always settle and I'd get sucked back into the daily routine of life, leaving those fragmented thoughts and unanswered questions until my next bout of existential exploration.
From my experience, the piece that usually sets this whole "crisis mode" in motion is one loaded question. What am I doing with my life? This question almost always stems from uncertainty surrounding three subsets: What am I doing? Why am I doing it? Is this what I should be doing?
Most people rattle off disingenuous responses to these questions that are either knowingly or unknowingly, misrepresentative of the truth. People tend to be dishonest and covert about their answers because vulnerability is tough and in many facets of our society, we've been taught that uncertainty or emotion-based answers are not valid.
Which is unkind and misleading, not only because we are surrounded by things that we will likely never have an answer to- including our existential human experience- but also because we often base our decisions off of feelings and emotions.
Maybe people are in a period of time where they don't really know why, they are doing what they do. Or perhaps they know why in a general sense, but it doesn't align with their goals or how they view or identify themselves. This is large part of the reason why I believe so many people reach a point, or many points in their lives, where they feel they are going through some sort of personal "crisis" surrounding their existence.
At least that has been true in my case. After I made the bold decision to quit my very secure corporate job of 4 years to travel internationally, I found myself Milly Rock-ing between a state of fearful panic and blissful freedom.
During my trip, my friend and I developed the hashtag "NoJobsNoProbs." This was one of those half truths that only partially represented what I was feeling…Because you know, gotta flex for the gram. The best part was the absurd irony associated with it.
Some nights I'd get a vicious pit in my stomach, worrying about the ramifications of quitting my job and not having anything else lined up, which, by definition, is a #NoJobProb.
Don't get me wrong, I have never regretted the decision to quit. It felt and still feels like the absolute right decision. However, as with most big life changes, when something you've identified with for so long is no longer there, the associated sense of security and identity largely disappear as well.
This leaves you feeling vulnerable, confused, and lost.
I'd start to venture down the path of never ending questions, always starting with the beloved, "What am I doing with my life" and then I'd Nae Nae my way into the subsets. Then, I'd dissect those subsets into further subsets. And so on and so forth, until I started feeling like I was rehearsing for a role in the sequel to The Beautiful Mind. I mean you can really really get sucked down the wormhole of inquisition if you try.
Eventually, I'd be distracted by some pathetically normal, grounding experience, like a loud snore from a hostel bunk mate, a text message, or my personal favorite, a spider crawling on my leg. Yes, 9 times out of 10 it was a string from my bed sheets, or my long leg hair being blown by the fan, but that's beside the point.
The point is, there is nothing wrong with asking yourself these questions. As a matter of fact, I think there is quite a lot right with it. Asking ourselves deep questions and challenging our beliefs and existence from time to time can lead to tremendous personal growth, security, and development. Let's just not get crazy and absurd about it. I take issue with the pressurized, confusing, and solution-less way most of us go about it.
Thus, I've outlined 7 steps to help any existential crisis-ers, enjoy this experience we call life, as you explore what that means to you… in a non-pressurized, comforting, light-hearted, and compelling way.
1. First, Let's Call It What It Is- An Existential Exploration.
Word choice can make all of the difference to our powerful and very impressionable minds. There have been countless studies demonstrating the immense value of appropriate "self-talk" and word choice.
When we use labels that are already associated with unfavorable feelings, like "crisis", we are training our minds to put it into a respective unfavorable category. Whereas, if we use a term that is linked to favorable feelings, such as "exploration", we are observing it in a different light.
Therefore, it's an existential exploration.
2. Know Why You are Doing, Whatever It Is You do…and Write it down.
In both a general and specific sense, it's a good idea to understand why you are doing what you do, for a couple of reasons.
1. The present. When we know why we are doing what we do, we feel more comfortable and secure.
2. The future. When we define, and write down, the reasons as to why we are doing what we do in the present, we will have an easier time reviewing it against any other future thoughts we may have regarding what we want to have done.
Meaning, this human experience we are having, comes with an ever-ticking time clock that applies limitations on the many things we'd like to accomplish. So whether it be 5 to 10 years from now or even right before you die, there will most likely be a time, but probably multiple times, where you take inventory of all that you have done and evaluate it against the things (at that current older stage) you might have wanted "to have done". Thus, having a written and defined answer as to why, now, is helpful.
Also, Let's be very clear- Everyone's ultimate goal is to feel good. Therefore, understand that this is a perfectly acceptable answer.
3. Have a Set of Thoughtful Reminders and Affirmations Set Aside For a Rainy Day.
Even in the sunniest of climates, there are rainy days. This is one of the most powerful and helpful lessons that my father taught me.
There will inevitably be moments in life where we are in between optimal feelings. Moreover, this is almost expected during your existential exploration.. Well, depending on depth and your overall security and perspective on the subject.
During these, (as my father coined) less than optimal moments, it's invaluable to have a reminder of all of the great elements of this life experience that you can reference. I like to write these down in the notes section of my phone, a google doc, or note pad. You can also write them on the back of a home depot receipt or Pala Casino napkin, like my father. I really don't care how or where you write them, just that you, indeed, write them.
Remember- Life is good, things are interesting, and people love you.
4. Know How You Identify Yourself.
Is it your job? Your personality traits? Your experiences? I wrote an article on how we define ourselves that can provide some clarity if you are struggling in this arena. You can check it out here, but the two large points you'll want to define are:
Your Values. What do you place value in? Thoughtfulness? Fitness? Challenge? Self-actualization? Community?
Your Higher Purpose. We all need to contribute to something figuratively larger than ourselves. Once we identify a purpose greater than ourselves, be it our global community, society, spirituality, values, or whatever other purpose that outlasts our human lives, we will have passion and true depth of meaning to our lives.
5. Understand You Will Probably Never Solve the Humanity Existence Conundrum.
It is highly unlikely that anyone is going to figure out why we are here or what we really are in an abstract and metaphysical way.
Many things make sense. Many things don't. We are made of stardust for Buddha's sake. One thing we can be absolutely certain of- Uncertainty. It doesn't mean we can't still ruminate, theorize, reflect, evaluate, re-evaluate, and ponder. It just means we don't need to take it so seriously.
Let's do all of those things with the running background thoughts of comfort, love, and exhilaration. Which brings me to my second to last step…
6. Enjoy The Process.
This is the most important step of all. We aren't going to figure it all out, but we can sure enjoy trying.
Enjoy the conversations you have with your friends.
Enjoy studying Aristotle and Plato.
Enjoy the uncertainty.
Enjoy ruminating the metaphysical and abstracts concepts of life.
Enjoy latching onto ideas and then detaching.
Enjoy evolving.
Enjoy discovering your passions, values, and overall identity.
Then, immediately after, enjoy the irony of having to go back to your unremarkable duties of cleaning up the cat vomit on the carpet and repainting the kitchen cabinets for the 112th time because the tenants destroyed them again.
I mean, if we are going to do it, we might as well enjoy it. Or at least pretend to.
7. Go. Do. Something.
Last but certainly not least: Go. Do. Something. "You don't have to do anything, but you have to do something".
Don't just lay in the sun all day, next to your cat, plowing through bag after bag of lentil chips, while you ponder the meaning of life.
Take action. Be proactive. Try new things.
Don't get bogged down in questions you may never have answers to. Focus on what you can answer and improve upon that. Detach yourself from worry, fear, and the desire to know in totality… you're not going to know and that's perfectly fine.
Then again, what do I know? I'm just a proverbial turtle dream fart.

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With a city so rich in history and home to such attractions as the Independance Hall where the Declaration of Independance and US Constitution were created, or the iconic symbol of American independance, the Liberty Bell, you're probably wondering how we possibly decided to start our self-guided tour of Philly? With a giant Philly cheesesteak at Max's Steaks of course.
Although in a pretty rough area of Philly we were welcomed at the counter with nothing but smiles and pleasantries. After waiting in a line of eager customers we finally reached the front, ordered our monster of a cheesesteak, and after some unwanted attention from staff and customers who had never seen anyone from Australia before, found a booth to sit at in the adjoining bar. And what a feast it was. A "half" was a foot long, and crammed with chopped sirloin steak, cheese, pickles, hot and sweet peppers, mayo and ketchup. Rich? Definitely. Delicious? Absolutely.
Thankfully Fuego was still there when we got back so we jumped in and headed to the hip area of Northern Liberties to park, have a bit of a walk around, and head in to town. We passed Independence Hall and The Liberty Bell and headed straight to the city's biggest and best market – Reading Terminal Market.
We spent an hour or so drooling over everything in the display windows before taking ourselves on a walking tour of the city's many public artworks. Philly, also known as the "city of murals", is home to one of the largest street art projects in the US – the Mural Arts Program (MAP). Seemingly hundreds of pieces cover the city walls, and without even trying you'll uncover some of the largest and most impressive.
After spending some time wandering the streets we begun to head back in the direction of Fuego, detouring past Paddy's Old City Pub, the filming location for one of my all-time favourite shows "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia". We then jumped back in the van and headed to the overnight vanping spot we found online, only to find out that it was positioned in a similar area to Max's Steaks, so continued further out of the city to the safe and quiet streets of the suburbs.
Next stop, The Big Apple.
– Dek


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From each glorious morning sunrise to the setting of the sun, Jamaica presents a magnificent palette of color, a kaleidoscope of beauty that has made the island the most precious jewel in the Caribbean. It is a land of unique experiences, engaging activities, inspiring scenery, and a warm, welcoming, creative people. The third largest of all Caribbean Islands, Jamaica was discovered by Christopher Columbus during his second voyage in 1494. In his log, he described the island as "the fairest land that eyes have beheld; mountains and the land seem to touch the sky…all full of valleys and field and plains."
On the northern coast of Jamaica lies a city known as the complete resort – Montego Bay. Renowned for its beauty, it is a place where history and legend come together to offer the most intriguing attractions. Visit Rose Hall Great House and hear the shivering tale of the Island's most famous witch, Annie Palmer. Or take a river rafting trip down the Great River or the Martha Brae and enjoy a slice of serenity. The Montego Bay Marine Park is 10 square miles of protected marine life alive with coral reefs and exotic fish. Gloucester Avenue's "Hip Strip" is the pulse of the town and boasts restaurants, art galleries, and duty-free shopping to rival any port. In fact, Jamaica is truly a shopper's paradise where nobody leaves empty handed. The national motto, "Out of Many, One People" is mirrored in the exceptional quality and variety of arts and crafts available at the craft markets. Bargaining is a sport so be prepared! You'll find a wide array of hand-carved mahogany sculptures, leather goods, beautiful batiks, and more! And don't forget to take home some of the world-famous "Blue Mountain Coffee."
Music is the heart and soul of the Jamaican people and the island vibrates to riveting sounds. The hypnotic reggae rhythm with the throbbing drum and bass is heard everywhere! Jamaica is home to many music festivals and while these often are predominantly reggae celebrations, they often showcase earlier forms of Jamaican music like mento, ska and rock along with soca, calypso and jazz. So when the sun goes down and the moon rises, become part of the nighttime magic. Sway to a red-hot reggae band, jump to soca or dance romantically to timeless Belafonte. Whatever, you choose, let yourself go with the sights and sounds of Jamaica!
Sophisticated and stylish, Hyatt Zilara Rose Hall is an indulgent escape for adults age 18 and above seeking refuge from the rigors of the outside world. Here, within the resort's sprawling grounds, you are welcome to partake in whatever their hearts desire.
The Hyatt Zilara Rose Hall offers 234 sophisticated and spacious suites designed using a selection of contemporary materials to create an elegant and relaxing environment during your Caribbean retreat. Enjoy magnificent views of Jamaica's natural beauty amidst the backdrop of lush mountains and the Caribbean Sea. Savor the colonial elegance of a plantation manor in your 493 sq. ft. spacious guestroom. Classically designed, each suite features a luxurious king or two double beds, hand-crafted furniture, iron and ironing board, hair dryer, coffee maker, air conditioning, ceiling fan and private balcony. Refreshment centers are re-stocked daily with water, beer and soft drinks. Marble baths boast designer toiletries, plush bathrobes and slippers.
Hyatt Zilara Rose Hall offers guests distinctive and unforgettable dining options with an elegant buffet and specialty restaurants. Petit Pariz brings Parisian flair to the shores of Jamaica. This upscale restaurant is exclusive to Zilara Rose Hall guests. Urban Heat is located in the lobby and features a delicious buffet for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Horizons features international favorites with a focus on local ingredients, quality cut meats and fresh seafood. Between the Hyatt Ziva and Hyatt Zilara, an additional six restaurants are available for guests including Italian, Caribbean, Pan-Asian and Brazilian cuisine. Of course you must try the jerk chicken at Barefoot Jerkz. At the end of the day, grab a refreshing beverage in one of the several bars on property.
Your stay at the Hyatt Zilara Rose Hall includes luxurious accommodations, all meals and snacks, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, top-notch nightly entertainment, 14 pools, 5 whirlpools and a full-service spa (treatments are additional). Attentive service at every turn assures each guest of a harmonious, hassle-free vacation filled with gourmet cuisine, expertly poured cocktails and enough memories to last several lifetimes.
Jamaica Trip Package Includes:
- 7 Days, 6 nights accommodation in Run of Resort Rooms at the adults-only Hyatt Zilara Rose Hall
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner, room service & snacks at your choice of 9 restaurants between Hyatt Zilara and the Hyatt Ziva Rose Hall
- Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, bottled water, specialty coffees and teas at all the food and beverage outlets at both the Hyatt Zilara and Hyatt Ziva Rose Hall
- Private Welcome Party for SCI
- Private Farewell Party for SCI
- Round-Trip Airport Transfers on Program Dates
- Complimentary Wi-Fi in the public areas and guest rooms
- Mini-Bar Drinks
- Non-motorized water sports
- Exercise facilities, daytime tennis courts, table games and scheduled stage shows
- All Taxes, Fees and Gratuities at the Resort
Trip Cost (Excluding Air) at Hyatt Zilara Rose Hall:
- Single Occupancy: $3,090 (1 Adult in a Room)
- Double Occupancy: $3,995.00 (2 Adults sharing a Room)
There are a limited number of rooms available that can accommodate additional guests. Please see the "Additional Guest" tab for more information. All guests staying at Hyatt Zilara must be 18 years old and older. For additional rooming rates, please contact Sarah Walsh at email@example.com.
Air Costs:
- Air is not included with the above trip costs but must be booked through MTI Events in to order to attend the trip.
- If attendee wishes to check current airfare rates before registering and submitting the non-refundable deposit, they may call MTI Events at 913-438-2600 x 118. Hours are Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST. Airfare rates are subject to change until ticketed.
- After registration has been submitted and non-refundable deposit received, MTI Events will email the attendee with flight options and costs. There are no restrictions on fares or departure city.
- Attendee is responsible for any costs associated with flight changes.
- Airline points may be used to book airfare. Tickets must be booked directly with the airline. MTI has no control over frequent flier seat availability.
- $500 (per person) non-refundable deposit due after online registration and before air is booked.
- Full trip payment is due by Friday, November 8, 2019 and is non-refundable.
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- This morning depart home cities for your international flight to Montego Bay. Upon arrival at the airport, you will be met and transferred to the hotel.
- After private check-in, your afternoon is at leisure to explore this tropical resort.
- Join your colleagues this evening for a two-hour welcome reception with full open bar and buffet dinner serving regional specialties.
- Enjoy breakfast at leisure at the resort this morning.
- This morning, all guests are asked to attend a brief orientation meeting.
- Lunch is included at the resort.
- Dinner this evening is at leisure at the resort. The Hyatt Zilara offers nine restaurants on property.
- Start your day with a breakfast buffet at leisure at the resort this morning.
- Your entire day is at leisure. Stop by the SCI Hospitality Desk for assistance in booking tours and excursions. Options include Dunn's River Falls, Mystic Mountain, Golf, Mountain Valley Rafting and Liquor Tasting, Jungle River Tubing and more. Excursions and tours are at your own expense.
- Lunch is included for you at the resort.
- Dinner this evening is at leisure at your choice of restaurants on property.
- Start your day with a breakfast buffet at leisure at the resort this morning.
- Your entire day is at leisure. Lunch is included for you at the resort.
- Dinner is at leisure at your choice of restaurants on property.
- Start your day with a breakfast buffet at leisure at the resort this morning.
- Your entire day is at leisure. Lunch is included for you at the resort.
- Dinner is at leisure at your choice of restaurants on property.
- Start your day with a delicious breakfast at the resort.
- Your entire day is at leisure to relax by the pool, shop for souvenirs or participate in the many activities offered at the resort.
- Lunch is included for you at the resort.
- Join your colleagues this evening for a farewell party. Enjoy a full open bar with premium brands for three hours. A delicious dinner featuring island specialties will be served in scattered food stations. A DJ will entertain during dinner and keep the group dancing under the stars.
- Enjoy your final breakfast buffet at the resort this morning.
- Check out of the hotel according to the information you received yesterday. Your SCI Travel Staff will assist you. Private transportation will take you to the airport for your return flights back to the United States.
REGISTRATION SITE, TRAVEL FORMS AND AIR ITINERARIES: Upon receipt of your registration, an air itinerary will be sent to you via e-mail for you to review and approve. Once you have approved your airline reservations, any changes made will incur change penalties and may result in additional airfare charges for which you will be billed. If you have any questions, please call your SCI Coordinator (Sarah Walsh) at 1-913-438-2600.
TRAVEL DOCUMENTATION: Passports are required for all passengers for travel to Jamaica. Please carry them on you and not in your checked luggage.
All travelers: Please be advised that the name on your airline ticket must be exactly the same as the name on your photo identification. If these names do not match, you will likely be denied boarding by the airline.
AIRLINE TICKETS: Your airline tickets will be sent to you via 2-day Federal Express approximately one week prior to your departure.
LUGGAGE ALLOWANCE: Airline travel regulations vary regarding the number of pieces of luggage you may check and the cost per bag. Please check with your carrier for current luggage policies. All carriers charge for any bag that weighs over 50 pounds. Luggage fees are at your own expense. In addition, only one carry-on bag is allowed per passenger, plus a personal item such as a purse, camera bag or laptop. Carry-on bags must fit under a seat or in an overhead compartment.
SECURITY AND PACKING GUIDELINES: Airport security measures differ from one airport to another around the world. However, some general guidelines should be followed. Be sure to arrive at the airport at least 2 hours prior to departure, allow ample time to clear security screening at your airport and expect to encounter more than one security checkpoint at all airports. Airlines are requiring that you present yourself at your departure gate 45 minutes prior to departure. In addition, some airlines are refusing to accept checked luggage less than one hour prior to scheduled flight time. Do NOT pack any sharp objects in your carry-on luggage or they will be confiscated by security. Items such as pocket knives, tweezers, disposable razors, metal nail files, etc. must be packed in your checked luggage. All liquids and gels in your carry-on must be less than 3 oz. (100 ml) and fit in one plastic, one-quart, zip-top bag.
LUGGAGE TAGS: You will receive special SCI luggage tags for each piece of checked luggage with your final trip documents. Be sure to fill out the tags and attach them to your luggage. These will expedite handling of your bags throughout the trip.
LAPTOP COMPUTERS AND ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT: Laptops, expensive jewelry and other electronic equipment are attractive to thieves. It is imperative that you carry these items on your person and not in your checked luggage. Regretfully, SCI and MTI cannot assume responsibility for these items in your luggage. Additionally, most airlines do not replace these items if lost. Simply stated, do not give these items to bellmen, skycaps or anyone else. Your guest room is equipped with a safe. Please secure all money, passports, jewelry and other valuables in the safe.
PERSONAL TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS: If you would like to extend your visit in Jamaica, please call your SCI Travel Coordinator (Sarah Walsh) at 1-913-438-2600. Additional nights or changes to the program will be at your own expense.
CLIMATE AND ATTIRE: Temperatures should range from the mid to upper 80s during the day to the high 70s in the evening. The following dress information should be helpful:
- Casual: Dress for comfort. Nice shorts, polo shirts, casual sundresses are appropriate.
- Resort Casual: Dress shirts, linen shirts, slacks for men. (No Shorts) Skirts, blouses, sundresses or pants for ladies.
MEALS & BEVERAGES: Breakfast, lunch and dinner and snacks are included for you daily at the resort. Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are also included for you.
HOSPITALITY DESK: During your stay at Hyatt Zilara Rose Hall, the SCI Hospitality Desk will be available to help make your stay more enjoyable. Stop by for any assistance you may need during the program.
INTERNET & CELL PHONES: WiFi is available throughout the property. Cell phone service in Jamaica is dependent on your carrier. Please contact your carrier for international service plans.
GRATUITIES: Gratuities for all services and activities as outlined in the itinerary have been included for you by SCI. Gratuities for services you may receive on your own are at your discretion.
CURRENCY: The official currency of Jamaica is the Jamaican Dollar. However, U.S. dollars are accepted everywhere. It is not necessary to change any money. American Express, MasterCard and Visa are accepted almost everywhere else. The Discover card is rarely accepted. It is advisable to notify your credit card company that you are traveling to Jamaica prior to leaving the U.S.
ELECTRIC CURRENT: You do NOT need to bring a converter and adapter plugs to operate your electrical appliances in Jamaica due to the 110 volt current. Your room is equipped with a hair dryer.
PERSONAL INCIDENTAL ACCOUNTS: The Hyatt Zilara Rose Hall will establish an incidental account for you for items of a personal nature such as gift purchases, spa appointments, internet, phone charges, laundry, etc. These items will be at your own expense and may be paid by you at check out by cash or credit card including American Express, Visa, MasterCard, Diner's Club and Discover Card. Do NOT use a debit card.
ITEMS NOT INCLUDED IN YOUR PROGRAM: Items of a strictly personal nature, including but not limited to, laundry, medication, telephone calls, taxi, bus, optional tours and entertainment that you may elect to take on your own that are not listed in the itinerary will be at your own expense.
Additional Guests & Children
There are a limited number of rooms that can accommodate 3 adult guests at the Hyatt Zilara. In addition, SCI is holding a few rooms at the Hyatt Ziva that can accommodate 2 adults and 2 children or 3 adults and 1 child.
The Hyatt Zilara is adults only and no guests under the age of 18 are allowed on property.
If you would like to bring along a third adult guest or you would like to bring along children, please reach out to Sarah at firstname.lastname@example.com for pricing and availability. These rooms are available on a first come – first serve basis.
If you have questions, please reach out to your Travel Coordinator, Sarah Walsh, at 913-438-2600 or firstname.lastname@example.com.


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Publication Day- October 22, 2019 https://lisawingate.com/
Judy Christie is an author and consultant who lives in Northwest Louisiana. She writes inspirational fiction and nonfiction. Her popular Green series chronicles the goings-on in the small Louisiana town of Green and is part of Abingdon Press's new inspirational fiction line.
Lisa Wingate is a former journalist, an inspirational speaker, and the bestselling author of more than thirty books. Her blockbuster "Before We Were Yours" was on the NYT best seller list for over one year. Her work has won or been nominated for many awards, including the Pat Conroy Southern Book Prize, the Oklahoma Book Award, the Utah Library Award, the Carol Award, the Christy Award, and the RT Reviewers' Choice Award. Lisa believes stories can change the world.
Be sure to read this novel first! : "THE BLOCKBUSTER HIT–A New York Times, USA Today, Wall Street Journal, and Publishers Weekly Bestseller For readers of Orphan Train and The Nightingale comes a "thought-provoking and] complex tale about two families, two generations apart. . . based on a notorious true-life scandal."…. Based on one of America's most notorious real-life scandals–in which Georgia Tann, director of a Memphis-based adoption organization, kidnapped and sold poor children to wealthy families all over the country–Lisa Wingate's riveting, wrenching, and ultimately uplifting tale reminds us how, even though the paths we take can lead to many places, the heart never forgets where we belong. *Library Journal Publishers Weekly's #3 Longest-Running Bestseller of 2017" –
The Grateful Reader Review: by Dorothy Schwab
Incredible. Real life. These two descriptors will grab the reader from the cover to the last page. Readers often think, which part is really true; which is fictionalized by the author?For readers of historical fiction this NONFICTION sequel is a "dream come true!" The phenomenal novel, Before We Were Yours,written by Lisa Wingate, is a fictional account of a family torn apart by Georgia Tann and the Tennessee Children's Home Society, ( TCHS). Documents show that the TCHS was in operation in Memphis, from 1924-1950. Many factors, such as the Great Depression, WWll & the Holocaust, contributed to a very turbulent time in the lives of American families. Poverty stricken or unwed mothers in desperation; even hard working parents who couldn't afford to care for their children, added to the many years of disturbing statistics while the TCHS was in operation. In the last two years, the success and popularity of Before We Were Yours garnered the attention of many friends and family of the real-life adoptees and their families. As word of the fictional novel spread, the adoptees/survivors, now in the final years of their lives, began to emerge; to share and reveal their heart wrenching memories and true stories.
In Before and After Judy Christie and Lisa Wingate have compiled the memories and stories revealed in letters, phone interviews, face to face meetings, even FaceTime. The anguish and heart ache revealed is certainly hard to read and digest; that such cruelty existed for so long. As a reunion of adoptees and families comes to fruition, the real heroes are the courageous survivors that braced themselves and their families to face the past. Many found siblings and cousins, along with love and redemption, at the end of a life-long search.
"Where are you? Do you look like me? Are you like me in any way? " Letter from a TCHS adoptee to her unknown birth family.


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How does the string tension affect the sound and the instrument?
String tensions define the forces required to tune the string to the keynote for a certain vibrating string length. The Rondo® G-string RO04 has a string tension of 4.8 kg/10.3 lbs. The string tension of the Rondo® RO100 string set, i.e. the sum of the four strings' string tension amounts to 23.5 kg / 51.9 lbs.
Part of this mass – depending on the parallelogram of forces (in simple terms, this is the influence of all the instrument's angles: neck angle, angle at the tailpiece, curve of the soundboard) this can account for between 42 % and 45 % on the instrument – presses on the bridge, therefore providing a defined pressure on the soundboard. This is calculated as follows:
E+A+D+G is the sum of all string tensions. With Rondo® RO100, it amounts to 23.5 kg/50.7 lbs (as stated in our catalog).
Between 42 % and 45% of the sum of all four string tensions apply pressure to the bridge. The percentage varies, depending on the angles of the instrument. For this example, we have assumed 42 % pressure, thus calculated with 0.42. 9.87 kg is therefore the force that presses on the bridge and the soundboard. The instrument and string sound develop best when the right string tensions are chosen and the pressure on soundboard and instrument structure is ideally balanced.
The string tensions have an impact on:
- Sound (sound colors, tonal lifespan, tonal stability in changing air humidity, bow response)
- Feeling (left hand and bow)
- Projection
- Other challenges (wolf tone, E-string whistling, buzzing)


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Health Issues for Gay Teens
A small percentage of the teenage population is homosexual. Aside from the normal stresses of adolescence, gay teens also have distinct health and psychosocial needs. Not all parents suspect or know that their son or daughter is gay, but those who do have a special responsibility for providing support and care. Parents, teachers, and doctors are all links in the chain that can provide support and encouragement for gay teenagers.
Medical Care That Is "User-Friendly"
If medical care is not user-friendly, gay teens just may do without. "One of the biggest concerns about healthcare in the minds of gay or lesbian teens is how they are going to be treated," says Bret Rudy, MD, assistant professor of pediatrics at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine and director of the adolescent HIV program there.
While many gay or lesbian teens struggle with their sexual identities, they still have the same healthcare concerns as other teenagers. For gay young men, the risk of getting ]]>HIV]]> is higher than that for most other teens. The risk adds significantly to the health "worry" burden that teenagers normally face.
Lack of empathy or harsh bedside manner potentially turns teens off not just to the doctor, but away from healthcare altogether. Gay teens need to feel relaxed because sexual information must be very specific so the doctor can learn if the teenager is at risk. Moreover, the physician must also be very specific in telling young men or women about the skills needed to protect themselves.
"Healthcare providers should have some understanding of sexual behavior to approach gay and lesbian teens and treat them appropriately," Dr. Rudy says. For example, young lesbian women may deny need for birth control despite occasional sexual encounters with men. Sexual identities remain fluid during adolescence, and only frank discussion between a teen and her doctor can identify important concerns and risks.
"A physician needs to take a very sensitive and complete medical and sexual history to be able to treat those kids appropriately," Dr. Rudy says.
Often, gay-and-lesbian friendly posters and brochures in a waiting room can be enough to put a teen at ease. Because many youths are still questioning and exploring their sexual identities, they may be ill at ease with the term "lesbian" or "gay." However, still other teens are farther along in their quest for sexual identity and may be comfortable using those terms to describe themselves. Most doctors avoid labeling and simply ask, "If you have (or fantasize about) sex, is it with men, women, or both?"
Increased Physical and Emotional Health Risks
]]>Sexually transmitted infections]]> are an important risk for all teens, gay or straight. Gay teens are particularly at risk for HIV because this infection is still common among older gay men. ]]>Condoms]]> can prevent transmission of HIV, but inexperienced teens may not know how to ensure that they are used. When a teen gets HIV, symptoms may not appear for many years. Counseling and testing can protect teens and help them to get proper treatment.
"Healthcare concerns for gay and lesbian teens are very hard to separate from psychosocial concerns," says Dr. Rudy. "Usually, teens go through stages where they just feel different from other kids. Then they go through stages of confusion about their emotional and physical attractions to people of the same sex where they're not at all sure what their actual orientation is."
All of this confusion can lead to emotional distress, ]]>anxiety]]>, ]]>depression]]>, and even suicide.
Gay teens are also very concerned about bashing and emotional abuse at home and school in the years after coming out.
"Not all gay teens want to disclose their sexual orientation to a doctor on the first visit," says Dr. Futterman, "but a physician should let it be known he or she is very comfortable with the topic and ready to discuss it when the teen is."
Importance of Support and Resources
"One of the best ways to help gay teens is to support them," Dr. Rudy says. "Have resources so they can talk about sexuality and offer an environment where physical or psychological abuse based on any kind of differences, whether it be gender, religious, or sexual, is not tolerated."
As the parent of a gay teen, you can help most by remaining open-minded and supportive. Love and warmth from supportive parents can work wonders as children face the challenge of growing up gay or lesbian in a straight world. Work with your son or daughter to find groups and associations where they can interact positively with people who understand their orientation.
According to Dr. Futterman, "One of the more important connections for gay and lesbian teens are gay-straight alliances. Gay kids need to know that not only other gay people care for them. They also need to know that straight people care for them and want to see them healthy."
Gay, Lesbian, and Straight Education Network
Gay Teens Resources
Teen Health Website
Alan R. Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome and human immunodeficiency virus. EBSCO Health Library website. Available at: http://www.ebscohost.com/thisTopic.php?marketID=15topicID=81. Updated December 2007. Accessed July 7, 2008.
BL Frankowski and the Committee on Adolescence. Sexual orientation and adolescents. Pediatrics 2004; 113:1827-1832.
Knowing the facts on sexual infections. Gay Teens.org website. Available at: http://www.gayteens.org/714/Sections-article24-p1.html. Accessed July 8, 2004.
Last reviewed June 2010 by ]]>Brian P. Randall, MD]]>
Please be aware that this information is provided to supplement the care provided by your physician. It is neither intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice. CALL YOUR HEALTHCARE PROVIDER IMMEDIATELY IF YOU THINK YOU MAY HAVE A MEDICAL EMERGENCY. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider prior to starting any new treatment or with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.
Copyright © 2007 EBSCO Publishing All rights reserved.


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Cougars Open Pac-12 Play Friday Hosting No. 24 Arizona State
No. 24 ARIZONA STATE (11-1) at WASHINGTON STATE (6-6)7 p.m. • Friday • Jan. 3Beasley Coliseum (11,671)Pullman, Wash.
COUGARS OPEN PAC-12 PLAY HOSTING ARIZONA STATE FRIDAY: Washington State University opens Pac-12 Conference play with three-game homestand beginning Friday against No. 24 Arizona State University at 7 p.m. in Beasley Coliseum.ON DECK: WSU hosts the University of Arizona Sunday at Noon on the Pac-12 Networks before hosting the University of Washington nest Tuesday at 7 p.m. on the Pac-12 Networks.LISTEN IN: Fans can follow the Cougars during the regular season on Pullman's KHTR (104.3 FM), KQQQ 1150 AM or go to WSUCougars.com and listen online. Steve Grubbs will be calling the play-by-play for the Cougs.COUGAR ATHLETICS ON THE WEB: Connect with Washington State University Athletics on the web at WSUCougars.com, the official website of Cougar Athletics. Every home game will be webstreamed through the Pac-12 Networks at http://pac-12.com/videos/washington-state-university.FOLLOW THE COUGS ON TWITTER: Follow Washington State women's basketball on twitter @WSUWomensHoops and head coach June Daugherty @CoachJuneD.ABOUT WASHINGTON STATE: The Cougars own a 6-6 record and have won five of their last eight contests after dropping its final nonconference game Dec. 21 to No. 25 Gonzaga University 70-62 in Pullman. Washington State posted a 76-72 road win over No. 10 Nebraska Nov. 30 and owns two of the top-10 scorers in the Pac-12 as Presley paces WSU and is third in the conference at 20.4 ppg and Galdeira enters the week eighth at 17.8 ppg. The Cougars return 11 letterwinners including three starters from last year's team that went 11-20, 6-12 in the Pac-12, finishing eighth in the conference and advancing to the quarterfinals of the Pac-12 Tournament for the second straight season. Last season, WSU posted a number of impressive wins, sweeping all three meetings with Arizona State, beating No. 20 Ohio State, and knocking off Gonzaga in Spokane.ABOUT ARIZONA STATE: Arizona State enters conference play with an 11-1 record after beating No. Syracuse 63-60 in Tempe Monday. The Sun Devils enter the week ranked No. 24 by the Associate Press and winners of 10 straight. Deja Mann paces ASU in scoring at 11.1 ppg while Kelsey Moos, niece of WSU Director of Athletics Bill Moos, leads the Sun Devils in rebounding at 6.5 rpg. Head coach Charli Turner Thorne is in her 17th season at ASU and owns a 313-198 career record at the school.ASU-WSU SERIES: Arizona State leads the all-time series with the Cougars 38-17 despite WSU taking all three meetings last season, 77-65 in Pullman, 54-43 in Tempe and 48-41 in the opening round of the Pac-12 Conference Tournament in Seattle. It was the first time WSU had swept a season series against ASU since 1997. The Cougars have never beaten a ranked Sun Devil team in seven tries.LAST YEAR AGAINST ASU IN PULLMAN: Tia Presley scored a then-career-high 27 points to lead Washington State past visiting Arizona State, 77-65 last January in Pullman. The Cougars received a season-high 17 points from Sage Romberg and career-high 17 from Taylor Edmondson. Presley and Romberg each knocked down a pair of threes while Edmondson hit all three of her attempts from behind the arc. Graduated center Carly Noyes blocked a career-high five shots. WSU held the Sun Devils to 33.8 percent shooting including 29.5 percent in the second half and 1-of-12 from behind the arc for the game. The Cougars also scored 14 points off of 19 ASU turnovers.COUGARS KNOCK OFF NO. 10 NEBRASKA IN LINCOLN: Washington State made a season-high 12 threes and held off No. 10 Nebraska twice after building big leads to post a 76-72 upset in Lincoln November 30. Tia Presley led the Cougars with 17 points, seven rebounds, five steals and five assists as four players scored in double figures. It was WSU's first win over a top-10 ranked team since 1998, beating No. 10 Arizona in Tucson. The Cougars also beat No. 20/19 Ohio State last season in Pullman.PRESLEY PUTTING UP BIG NUMBERS: Tia Presley enters Pac-12 Conference play third in scoring at 20.4 ppg after posting five 20-point efforts in the first 12 games. The junior guard scored 20 points in the season-opener against Syracuse, 29 in the win over Ole Miss in Hawaii, a career-high 37 in the win over Fresno State, 21 while beating Cal State Northridge and 24 in the victory over UC Riverside in Kennewick, Wash. Her 37 points against Fresno State was the second-most in WSU single-game history and four away from the Jenni Ruff's school record of 41, set in 1996 against California. Presley finished the game 15-of-24 from the floor including a career high five threes, all five coming in the first half. She also grabbed six boards and made three steals. Her 15 made field goal attempts tie her for the most in WSU single-game history with three other players. COUGARS BEAT OLE MISS AT HAWAII TOURNAMENT: Washington State posted a 1-2 record at the Rainbow Wahine Classic in Honolulu, falling to Hawaii (77-66) and West Virginia (88-66) before closing the tournament with an impressive 79-65 victory over Ole Miss Sunday behind Tia Presley's career high 29-point effort. The win over Ole Miss is WSU's first win over an SEC opponent since beating Mississippi State 61-59 in Hawaii in 1997.GALDEIRA NAMED TO ALL-TOURNAMENT TEAM IN HAWAII: Sophomore guard Lia Galdeira capped her return to the islands by earning a spot on the Bank of Hawaii Rainbow Wahine Classic All-Tournament Team. The Kamuela, Hawaii native averaged 18.3 ppg and a team-best 7.0 rpg while also recording six steals in the three games. Galdeira poured in a game-high 29 points and added nine rebounds against Hawaii, scored 12 points against West Virginia before tallying 14 points, eight boards and five steals in the win over Ole Miss.COUGARS INK FOUR FOR 2014 SIGNING CLASS: Washington State women's basketball signed four players to attend WSU next fall. Joining the Cougars next season are 6-2 guard Ashley Bolston (Medford, Ore.), 5-9 guard Caila Hailey (Inglewood, Calif.), 6-3 forward Nike McClure (Tenino, Wash.) and 5-8 point guard Pinelopi Pavlopoulou (Athens, Greece). This year's class received honorable mention from Blue Star Basketball as one of the top recruiting classes in the country.COUGARS TOOK EUROPEAN TRIP IN AUGUST: WSU took a 10-day foreign trip to Austria, Slovakia and Czech Republic this past August. The Cougars departed Pullman Aug. 6, arrived in Vienna Aug. 7 and visited the cities of Vienna (Aug. 7-8), Bratislavia (Aug. 9-11) and Prague (Aug. 12-15). They took in a number of sights including a tour the St. Stephen's Cathedral, Schonrunn Palace, Prater Amusement Park, the Bratislava Castle and the Vltava River before returning home Aug. 16. The Cougars played four games and swept all four contests, beating Levice in Bratslava Aug. 11, Hradec Kralove in Prague Aug. 13, Lokomotiva Karlovy Vary in Prague Aug. 14 and BLK VSE Praha in Prague Aug. 15. Six WSU Ambassadors joined the team on the trip including WSU First Lady Carmento Floyd.GALDEIRA INVITED TO TEAM USA U19 NATIONAL TEAM TRIALS: Guard Lia Galdeira was selected to attend the 2013 National Team Trials and tryout for the FIBA U19 World Championship Team at the U.S. Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs, Colo. last May. Galdeira was one of 34 players from throughout the country who received and accepted the invitation. FORMER COUGS SIGN PRO CONTRACTS: Former Cougars Ireti Amojo and Carly Noyes each signed professional contracts to play in Germany this fall. Both Amojo and Noyes inked deals with the Chemitz Chemcats in Ghemnitz, Germany. The Chemcats are one of 12 teams that play in the DBBL, the highest rated league in Germany. It was the second straight year that multiple Cougars have signed professional contracts. Last summer, Rosetta Adzasu signed to play professionally in Finland and Jazmine Perkins signed to play in Sweden.COUGAR DEFENSE MADE ITS MARK: The WSU defense has turned some impressive performances this season and finished the year third in the conference in steals (9.5 spg) and fourth in total steals (296), fifth-most by a WSU team. This season, the Cougars made 15+ steals in a game three times, forced 20+ turnovers 11 times, allowed less than 60 points 10 times (Wisconsin, BYU, Ohio State, Gonzaga, at Arizona State, at Arizona, USC, at Oregon State, at Colorado, at Utah, vs. Arizona State) and held 17 teams under 36.0 percent shooting (vs. South Dakota State, Monmouth, Wisconsin, BYU, Ohio State, at Gonzaga, Arizona State, at USC, at Washington, Oregon, at Arizona State, at Arizona, USC, at Oregon State, at Oregon, at Colorado, vs. Arizona State). The Cougars also set a school record with 114 blocks, breaking the record of 106, set in 2011-12.GALDEIRA WAS AMONG TOP SCORING FRESHMEN IN THE COUNTRY: Guard Lia Galdeira finished her first collegiate season as the top-scoring freshman in the Pac-12 Conference at 14.8 ppg, the second-highest scoring average in the country by a freshman. UCF's Briahanna Jackson was the country's top-scoring freshman at 15.0 ppg after playing three more games than Galdeira. The Kamuela, Hawaii native broke WSU's single-season freshman scoring record during her 18-point performance against No. 6 California, surpassing Jazmine Perkins' previous record of 413 in 2008-09. Galdeira tallied 459 points this season, the tenth-highest total in WSU single-season history. She also recorded WSU freshman records for games scored in double figures (28) and consecutive games scored in double-figures (15).GALDEIRA, PRESLEY EARNED ALL-PAC-12 ACCOLADES: Tia Presley and Lia Galdeira each received All-Pac-12 honors, as voted on by the Pac-12 coaches following the regular season. Galdeira and Presley were both named All-Pac-12 honorable mention while Galdeira was also voted All-Defensive Team honorable mention and to the All-Freshman team. During conference play, Galdeira led all freshmen in scoring at 14.8 ppg and led all players with 49 steals. Galdeira led WSU in scoring in 15 of the 18 conference games including three straight 20-point performances during a four-game winning streak. Galdeira, a three-time Pac-12 Freshman of the Week selection, was one of two freshmen to receive All-Defensive Team honorable mention. Presley picks up her first career all-conference accolade despite being limited to seven conference games after suffering a season-ending knee injury Jan. 25. Prior to the knee injury, the Spokane, Wash. native was eighth in the conference with a team-best 15.7 ppg and was shooting 47.7 percent in Pac-12 play. Presley scored in double-figures 12 times this season including 20+ performances against Monmouth (21), at UC Riverside (22), Arizona State (27) and at USC (25).PRESLEY MISSED FINAL 13 GAMES WITH KNEE INJURY: Tia Presley missed the remainder of the season after suffering a torn ACL in her right knee in the final minutes of the Jan. 25 loss to Oregon. The sophomore guard was second on the team in scoring at 13.3 ppg and in steals with 41 and owned a team-high 52 assists. During Pac-12 play, Presley was eighth in the conference with a team-best 15.7 ppg and was shooting 47.7 percent through seven games. Presley scored in double-figures 12 times this season including 20+ performances against Monmouth (21), at UC Riverside (22), Arizona State (27) and at USC (25). The Spokane, Wash. native did a little bit of everything in the win over Ohio State, recording eight points, seven rebounds, seven assists and three steals. In 2011-12, Presley scored in double-figures five times and made 15 starts before a foot injury kept her out of the final 12 games.


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The FTBBLT: The Full-Tilt Boogie BLT
Makes 1 Sandwich
The inspiration for this sandwich comes from several sources, a confession from Virginia Watkins of Niman Ranch that she likes to smear a little bacon fat on the bread of her BLTs, a story from a friend about the secret ingredient (bacon fat, of course) in her mother's biscuits, and a tip from Adam Rapaport, a senior editor of GQ magazine, that Chat 'n Chew, near Union Square in New York City, makes the baconiest BLT around, stacking it up on seven-grain bread like pastrami.
8 slices dry-cured bacon, cut in half crosswise
2 center-cut slices soft country-style bread
1/4 cup mayonnaise
3 slices ripe beefsteak tomato, preferably Black Brandywine
Kosher salt
Black pepper in a mill
6 to 8 leaves very fresh oak-leaf lettuce
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Fry the bacon in a large frying pan until it is just crisp, transfer it onto a brown paper bag, and let it drain. Pour off enough of the bacon fat so that there is about 1/8 inch left in the pan. While the bacon is frying, toast the bread in the oven until it is golden brown over a quarter of its surface. Do not let it darken more than this.
Set the frying pan with the bacon fat over medium-high heat. Put the bread in the frying pan, matching the pieces so that what will be the inside of the sandwich is face down in the fat. Fry until the bread is evenly browned, about 5 or 6 minutes. Use tongs to transfer the bread to a work surface, setting it fried side up.
Spread mayonnaise over both pieces of bread. Arrange the tomato slices on one piece, season with a little salt and pepper, and stack the bacon on top, as you might layer pastrami. Set the oak-leaf lettuce on the bacon, and top with the remaining slice of bread, mayonnaise side down. Cut in half, set on several layers of paper towels, and enjoy immediately.
The BLT Cookbook
Our Favorite Sandwich
by Michele A. Jordan
William Morrow
Pages: 160; $14.95; $22.95 (CAN)
Recipe reprinted by permission.
The BLT Cookbook
This page created September 2003


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iPhone 8 vs Samsung Galaxy S8.
The iPhone 8, unveiled in September 2017, is the 4.7in edition of Apple's newest smartphone generation, and while it lacks the more drastic design changes of the soon-to-launch iPhone X it boasts a range of new features and spec upgrades. The Samsung Galaxy S8, meanwhile, came out in March 2017 and has been one of the dominant Android handsets on the market ever since.
We decided to put the 8 and the S8 head-to-head, and help you decide which offers the best combination of design, features, tech specs and value for money. If we are able to help you reach a decision, we've got articles rounding up the best iPhone 8 deals and the best Samsung Galaxy S8 deals.
Whenever we discuss the iPhone 8's design, we find ourselves talking about the past. This is because it is, essentially, a backward-looking design, one that is in many ways unchanged from the iPhone 6 launched in 2014.
Changes have been gradually added over those years, such as the Home button switching from a moving to a solid-state component in 2016, and the new glass back this year. But it's all moved at a rather glacial rate.
The S8 is another matter altogether. Our colleagues on TechAdvisor said it "makes its predecessor [the Galaxy S7], and other phones, look dated". It has minimal bezels, with a screen-to-body ratio of more than 93 percent and a pressure-sensitive Home button built into the screen.
The 8 is smaller than the S8, although the S8 has a significantly bigger screen (5.8in to the iPhone's 4.7in) so this is to be expected. Samsung's phone is about 10mm longer, 1mm wider and 0.7mm thicker. The iPhone is also 7g lighter – hardly noticeable.
(Note that the iPhone 8 is very slightly thicker and heavier than its predecessor the iPhone 7, so if that's your priority you might like to consider saving some money and getting last year's model.)
- iPhone 8: 138.4mm x 67.3mm 7.3mm; 148g
- Samsung Galaxy S8: 148.9mm x 68.1mm x 8.0mm; 155g
Headphone port
Note that the iPhone 8, like the 7-generation headsets last year, hasn't got a headphone port. On the plus side, it comes with a pair of Lightning headphones and an adaptor so you can use older headphones with it. The S8, on the other hand, does have a headphone port.
iPhone 8 in pictures
Here are some pictures of the two phone so you can make up your own mind about their aesthetic qualities.
The Galaxy S8 is available in five colours: Midnight Black, Orchid Grey, Arctic Silver, Coral Blue and Maple Gold. But you may not be able to find them all in the UK. Only black, grey and silver were launched here initially, and gold still isn't available if you buythrough Samsung.
Wireless charging
The iPhone 8 and S8 each offer wireless charging. (In both cases, however, you'll have to buy the charger separately.)
The 8 is compatible with Qi-certified charging accessories, and Apple has pledged to bring out its own AirPower charging kit next year. The S8 works with Qi and AirFuel Inductive standards.
Siri vs Bixby
In terms of voice/AI assistants, the iPhone gets Siri. We're quite fond of Siri and it's always getting better, but users have their fair share of issues with it. It's probably fair to say that Siri – and Apple – despite their efforts in this direction are not presently at the cutting edge of AI.
Samsung has Bixby, the company's take on the more ambitious Google Assistant type of helper. The idea is you can talk to it without worrying what you can and can't say: it will understand context. But much of the functionality is available via Google Assistant (which is on the phone) and it's compatible with a smaller range of apps. We think Google Now is a much better alternative and probably always will be.


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The real estate market has been depressed in most areas of the country for the last few years. Listing your home for sale in today's market requires you to review how much comparable homes in your area are selling for and make adjustments based on amenities or condition. Some tips are provided below to help you with selling your home.
If you are having difficulty selling your home, think about lowering the price. Try listing it on more websites or have different real estate agencies help you. When people visit your home, make sure it looks clean and safe and that you are presenting the advantages of the house first.
Before listing your home for sale with a Realtor, you want to make sure all pet stains and odors are eradicated. Pet odor is a huge impediment when selling a home. Use a spray bottle with one part hydrogen peroxide (from a drugstore) and three parts water. Spray the affected areas and clean. This gets rid of pet odors and many stains.
Trying to sell real estate? Staging is an important tool that can help you sell your property quickly. Buyers are more likely to be impressed by a home that they can see themselves living in. Try to make things look as simple as possible by removing unnecessary items and taking down personal collections or pictures.
When pricing a home to sell, remember that it is up to you to name the asking price, not your real estate agent. You need to own your price in order to feel comfortable with it. Your agent is there simply to offer suggestions and advice of what changes to make if the home doesn't sell.
Many elements are considered when figuring out the value of a property. Things like the location, the school district, size, condition and properties that are comparable to yours that are on the market or have recently sold. It is much easier to hire an appraiser to do the math for this step of home sales.
Try to time your sale so that you close the deal before moving to your new house. If you're stuck juggling multiple mortgage payments as you wait for your old home to sell, you may encounter significant financial problems. You'll need enough time to show the house and find a buyer.
If you are interested in selling your home, you may want to consider reducing some of the clutter before you put it on the market. You should make sure there is plenty of room in all closets, remove any excess items, and be certain all countertops are clear. It is important for potential buyers to be able to visualize their personal items in the house, and it is much easier to do when the house is not cluttered. Your house will sell much quicker if it is tidy and clutter free, you will be glad made the effort up front.
If you encounter issues during the inspection when trying to sell your home, think carefully about how you want to approach the buyer's reaction to it. The first thought may be to reject their request because you had given in so much on the final price. Look at how much the fix would cost, and think if it could be worth loosing the whole sale over what the cost might be.
Do your homework. Read up on real estate investments, financial availabilities, marketing and acquisition techniques. Being knowledgeable about the very topic of real estate will put you ahead of other prospective buyers and will also help you have realistic expectations as you move towards buying your home. Even a new buyer can feel confident about home purchases when they are well informed.
If you are going to have showings at your home, than you need to make sure that your home is clean. Having a home that is cluttered or otherwise dirty and unorganized will turn off potential buyers and have them look for another place to buy instead of considering yours.
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Make sure your home is clean before selling it. When a potential buyer comes into your home and it is dirty or messy, they may automatically assume that there are hidden problems in the home due to your lack of cleanliness. This includes cleaning your bathroom and kitchen, two important rooms for a buyer.
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But, first, how do the two types of narration differ from each other?
Complex, slow-paced formal narration is perfect for scenes where you want to create an ominous atmosphere, gross the reader out with horrific descriptions and/or build suspense. The main advantage of formal narration is that it can be used to render events, locations, emotions etc… in a much greater level of detail, albeit at the cost of reading speed.
On the other hand, simple fast-paced "matter of fact" informal narration is perfect for scenes where you want to get the reader's adrenaline pumping. If you want to add a sense of frantic immediacy or gritty realism to a scene in your horror story, informal narration is best. Likewise, because there are fewer details and descriptions, the reader's imagination has to "fill in the gaps". You can exploit this fact to add even more horror to your story.
Of course, most modern horror stories will use a careful blend of these two things. After all, too much slow-paced formal narration can get in the way of the story and too much fast-paced informal narration can make the story seem light, generic and/or superficial.
So, the best approach is to know when to use each type. A good modern example of this is the novel I'm reading at the time of writing this article – "The Ritual" by Adam Nevill. This is a novel about a group of hikers who find themselves stranded in a dangerous forest.
When Nevill describes the forest, he'll sometimes use the kind of elaborate formal narration that allows the reader to picture it really clearly. Then, when he shows the characters reacting to the events of the story, he'll sometimes switch to shorter sentences and more "matter of fact" informal narration. Yes, there are some notable exceptions to this rule, but it is used to great effect – especially in the earlier parts of the story.
The contrast between these two types of narration works really well because the descriptive formal narration emphasises the harsh beauty of the forest, whilst the gritty informal narration shows the characters' intense struggle to survive physically and emotionally. By using slightly different narration for different types of scenes, Nevill is able to shape how the reader reacts to the story.
Another good example can be found in classic British splatterpunk fiction from the 1980s. In these stories, scenes of everyday life, dialogue, drama etc… will often be written in a relatively informal way in order to to add a realistic atmosphere and keep the story moving at a decent pace. But, whenever anything gruesome happens, it will often be described in a very formal, poetic and descriptive way.
Not only does this combine beauty and horror in a really unsettling way, but the formal narration also adds a lot of extra emphasis to the gruesome moments too. In other words, the contrast between these two types of narration makes the story seem even more gruesome than it might do if it only used formal or informal narration.
The common thread in all of this is that each type of narration has to be used for a good reason. The contrast between each type of narration also matters a lot too.
Anyway, I hope that this was useful 🙂


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I've been in this same place in too many areas of my life. From housework to
Can you relate?
Maybe you want to go back to school an earn your degree or you're considering adoption. Perhaps you want to break a bad habit or make a good one. You might even desire to mend fences with a family member or estranged friend or start studying the Bible. But the time and effort that will surely be required seem too daunting.
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But I shared my vision with a friend and she graciously agreed to help. Not just in words, but in actions. She used her experience to educate me and she put her expertise to work. Then, she not only checked in on my progress, she also showed up in painting clothes with a roller in hand. And we had a lot of fun along the way!
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