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Have you ever done something that may not have been the brightest idea, but you did it anyway? I've proved not to be the sharpest tack in the box by doing this a ton of times. I probably shouldn't admit that openly, let alone in writing.
He shall cover you with His feathers,
and under His wings you shall take refuge;
His truth shall be your shield and buckler."
There are just some things that we know we shouldn't do, but often time restraints keep us from thinking clearly. That's something Brandy experienced a few weeks ago.
Her day began as usual, but not long after Brandy left the house the supernatural world became real through the help of neighbors.
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Keep your motor running …Not!
Brandy had just dropped her one year old son off at daycare and was heading to work. Realizing that she had forgotten a package to be mailed that day, the young cook made a quick turn around and returned home.
Not wanting to be late for work Brandy left her vehicle running leaving the door wide open as she made haste into the garage to retrieve the parcel. At the same time her roommate Leslie was coming out of the house on her way to work, when she saw a strange man lurking near the back of Brandy's truck. Keeping silent she dialed 911.
The man had lowered the tailgate and started to put his bicycle in the back of the truck when Leslie called out to her friend in the garage. Seeing he had been spotted the man pulled his bike out of the truck bed and tried to make a getaway.
Running away the "almost robber" started disrobing, tossing his very identifiable bright red jacket in a bush and a greyish sweatshirt in a yard a few houses away from theirs. Ditching his bike, back and forth he ran from house to house trying to find a place where he could make an escape. His efforts were to no avail, because every home on the street had a fenced in back yard that was joined together at some point!
Auto Zone
Hardly believing what they saw, the two girls watched in fear from their front porch as the "would be thief" tried to find shelter by hiding in the bushes. The easterly morning sun made plain where he was by revealing his shadow. Abiding in man's shadow surely wasn't a safe haven for him.
Within minutes the police converged on the neighborhood like a swat team ready for action. Tension grew when the armed officers drew their guns. Tracking the steps of the criminal they swiftly moved wasting no time apprehending the fellow and arrested him.
The following day the two women learned that the auto thief was definitely not in the right zone and had a list of priors and warrants for his arrest as high as the truck itself!
It Was Prayer
Last week, after the event, Leslie saw her neighbor getting out of his vehicle when she motioned for him to come to the fence that divided their yards. After hearing the details of the almost robbery that literally took place ten feet from their home, he went inside his house and shared the news with his wife. Immediately she knew why the man's plan to do evil was destroyed … it was prayer!
Something unbeknown to Brandy and Leslie is that their neighbors are not just Christians, but gateway to Heaven's courtyard prayer warriors. In prayer each night the middle aged couple activates the promises of God by giving voice to Psalm 91, calling on His angels to form an invisible cover of protection over the entire community.
The Favored Saints Prayer
I'm not going to rewrite history by giving a long dissertation about all the ins and outs that pertain to Psalm 91, but will share that it's one of the most powerful songs of prayer in the Bible. Scholars refer to this passage of scripture as the "Favored" Saints Prayer, because of its limited access to the Throne of the Almighty.
Although there are only sixteen verses, it is packed with promises of God for those who dare to enter "the secret place" reserved for a chosen few. It is clearly broken down into sections describing what each is for and the privileges that pertain to those who God makes these assurances to in His "circles".
A Guest of God's
Prayer isn't foreign to anyone, not even those who don't know Jesus as their Savior. People "pray" or call out to a higher authority whenever they're in a situation they can't face alone.
New believers learn to pray from the time they're babes in Christ, but they don't always know how to do it with the authority they received upon salvation. Although God hears the prayers of all His children, not every person that prays is invited into the Throne room of God as His guest in the inner court. There's a reason for that.
Let me explain what I mean without going into too much detail about the kinds and types of prayer. What I'm referring to involves fellowship in prayer with God where an individual "dwells" or "abides" with the Lord. It's a place where friendship is formed and builds upon the foundation of trust.
Only those who put their complete faith and trust in God enjoy the full benefits found in Psalm 91.
The Inside Scoop
Scripture tells about such relationships like that of Abraham, Moses, Joshua, Elijah or Enoch, and these are only a few mentioned in the Old Testament of the Bible. Don't get me started with the New Testament folks or this article would never get finished! The trust between the covenant partners was so great that miraculous things happened and angels were a common sighting.
Take Abraham for our first example. His relationship was valued by GOD so strongly that He made a covenant with old Abe that no one could break, ever! (Abrahamic covenant ceremony Genesis 15) Talk about being on the inside track for a news scoop, Jesus and His angels popped in for a meal before sharing with His friend the plans about destroying Sodom and Gomorrah.
The LORD trusted Moses' faith in Him to give him the sacred Ten Commandments in private meetings where they fellowshipped for long periods of time without interruption. (Exodus 20) The anointing and favor of God fell on Moses' second in command, Joshua, because he learned how to spend time with the Lord as did his leader. How many people do you know asked God to stop the sun from setting and He did it? (Joshua 10:12-14)
Who else in history strolled with God all the way to Heaven without dying, because the Heavenly Father valued the fellowship of a friend so much He didn't want it to stop? (Enoch - Genesis 4:21-24) That's really sitting at ringside in the court of God wouldn't you say?
The favor of God on Elijah was so strong that Elisha asked for a double portion of the anointing before he witnessed the Prophet ascending to Heaven in a whirlwind. (2 Kings 2:9 -11) I can hear him now … "Where can I get some of that?"
Abiding in His Shadow
It was during a difficult time when I first learned how to pray and understood that angels only move into action when they heard the Word of God spoken. Knowing this was another good reason to memorize passages of scripture, especially in times of danger.
Breaking down the psalm there are key elements that believers sometimes overlook. From the opening the psalmist (not really known, but believed to be Moses due to Psalm 90 being written by him), share the key to being invited into the secret places of the Most High God.
In order for us to dwell (live or abide) under God's protection, we have to trust Him and actually go where He is when seeking our refuge. Only those who dwell with God get a place under His shadow to be covered from the works of the devil. It's like if you're caught in a rain storm but your husband has the umbrella in the car! (That just happened!) Without a covering of protection believers are vulnerable and prey for satan.
"He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High
shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty.
I will say of the Lord, He is my refuge and my fortress;
My God, in Him I will trust. Surely He shall deliver you
shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty.
I will say of the Lord, He is my refuge and my fortress;
My God, in Him I will trust. Surely He shall deliver you
from the snare of the fowler and from the perilous pestilence.
He shall cover you with His feathers,
and under His wings you shall take refuge;
His truth shall be your shield and buckler."
(Psalm 91: 1-4 NKJV)
When you abide with God, there's safety in His presence because His shadow always goes with Him. It's a secret place for the favored because of their personal relationship and abiding communion with God near His mercy seat.
It's a privilege to be a guest with the Lord where He pours out protection, refreshing, comfort and favor to those who love to sit and chat without seeking "favors" all the time. God values those precious times and is a rewarder of those who seek Him and not His handouts.
They're His Angels
Another promise of God for those in the secret place is that He sets angels over any situation that comes against the person who has taken refuge under His shadow. They are His angels, not co-workers of satan or flunkies that lost access to the Throne room of God.
Not only do "shadow dwellers" have God's protection, they have angels ... that's plural, not singular angels surrounding them.
" Because you have made the Lord, who is my refuge,
even the Most High, your dwelling place, no evil shall befall you,
nor shall any plague come near your dwelling;
for He shall give His angels charge over you,
to keep you in all your ways."
even the Most High, your dwelling place, no evil shall befall you,
nor shall any plague come near your dwelling;
for He shall give His angels charge over you,
to keep you in all your ways."
(Psalm 91: 9-11 NKJV)
If you read the life accounts of the few individuals I mentioned there would be no doubt that they spent a lot of time under God's shadow. Angels were everywhere pulling them out of situations as only God's servants could.
He Did it for Them, He'll Do it for You
Like Brandy there are times that we make innocent mistakes in judgment, and it's those times we really need the angels of the Lord surrounding us as a shield to guard against the enemy. She trusted in the fact that the neighborhood was a pretty safe one and didn't expect evil biting at her tires.
Brandy's vehicle (or anyone else's for that matter) didn't get stolen because of diligently praying the Daily Favor of Psalm 91. Angels prevented the man from fleeing, the officers captured a "wanted" criminal and no one was harmed.
Taking Psalm 91 to heart and trusting God as your refuge will allow anyone who believes in Jesus to abide in His shadow of protection. If we set our love on God, what God did for the people in the Bible, He will also do for you or me.
He promises to be with us when we're in trouble. God will answer our prayers, honor our relationship, deliver and satisfy us with long life. Personally God will reveal the benefits as Kingdom heirs, and we will experience the fullness of our salvation.
"Because he has set his love upon Me, therefore I will deliver him;
I will set him on high, because he knows and understands My name.
I will set him on high, because he knows and understands My name.
(He has a personal knowledge of My unmerited favor, love, and kindness. He trusts and relies on Me,
knowing that I will never forsake him.)
He shall call upon Me, and I will answer him;
I will be with him in trouble; I will deliver him and honor him.
With long life I will satisfy him, and show him My salvation."
(Psalm 91: 14-16 NKJV emphasis mine)
When someone truly loves and trusts you, keeping that person safe and showing them endless favor is something you just want to do!
Neighborhood Prayer Watch
Praying over our neighbors should be one of the first things on our list when we go before the Lord with our petitions. Safety is a number one priority for us when we think of our family, so shouldn't we be praying for anything and anyone that could come into their path each day?
We have no control over what happens around us when it comes to what people do, but we can make sure that when "stuff" happens we're already under the "Shadow Protection" plan of God. Whom shall we fear when we're standing in the shadow of the Almighty?
From this point on our challenge is to make sure that every day we pray Psalm 91 over our neighborhood and put God's angels to flight in keeping everyone safe. Get it down deep in your soul that God's protection acts as a shield around the Righteous who take refuge in Him.
Be more than an "ordinary" Christian, be a "Shadow Dweller" and the favor of God will always surround you as a protective shield of armor.
" For You, O Lord, will bless the righteous;
with favor You will surround him as with a shield."
with favor You will surround him as with a shield."
(Psalm 5:12 NKJV)
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"I'll shadow you with My favor."
Jesus Christ
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>I wrote a few months ago about how Rhyl has become a refuge for ex-Wrexham players, and now another colony of former Dragons has appeared! Just as the North Wales coast became a welcoming home for Brian Little's cast-offs, so York is a safe haven for those surplus to Dean Saunders' requirements.
Martin Foyle has loaned Kyle Critchell, Simon Brown and Levi Mackin, while Shaun Pejic and Christian Smith went there for free. That's six players we've had at The Racecourse this season if you throw in Adam Smith. Smith's a rare beast, a player Brian Little took on trial and then didn't sign! He wasn't hard to impress!
I'm not surprised that Pejic, Critchell and Mackin have all made a positive impact up there, while the jury was out on the likes of Brown and both Smiths.
Pejic was City's outstanding player on his debut last Saturday, Mackin has settled after a shaky start to establish himself as a solid defensive midfielder. while Critchell, at right back, has impressed, also looking solid when filling in as a central defender.
It'll be interesting to see what Saunders intends for Mackin and Critchell. Saunders has already spoken positively of Mackin's attitude, explaining that he feels he is capable of getting more out of him, and I'd like to see if he can.
Critchell's only played twice for us, so ironically York's fans have a much better idea of what he's capable of than we do! He looked good on his Wrexham debut, but the fact that he was allowed to go out on loan and hasn't been recalled despite the fact that we've only fielded a specialist right back in one of our last fifteen games suggests Saunders might not see a future for him here.
I assume Brown has been farmed out with a view to a permanent move, especially as this is his second loan of the season and he hardly set The Racecourse alight. However, I'm told he offers York nothing they haven't already got, so we may see him again.
It's fascinating, and something of a relief for a club eager to reduce its squad, that Foyle has decided to hold a Colliers Park reunion, but it casts some doubt on his judgement. He and Little put together a mid-table Conference side, Saunders dismantled it and put together something a lot better, yet he has decided to reassemble it rather than learn from his mistakes.
Foyle argues that, given a short amount of time to reshape his side, and with his priority to create a side capable of avoiding a relegation scrap, the sensible thing to do is fall back on players he knows. Saunders' success having inherited a similar situation suggests Foyle has set his sights rather low, and if I were a York fan I'd feel a little short-changed. Little's policy of bringing in players he knew was hardly a roaring success, and now Foyle is repeating it. Which is fine by me!
>Wrexham Reserves Part Two!
>I wrote a few months ago about how Rhyl has become a refuge for ex-Wrexham players, and now another colony of former Dragons has appeared! Just as the North Wales coast became a welcoming home for Brian Little's cast-offs, so York is a safe haven for those surplus to Dean Saunders' requirements.

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Private prosecutions
There have been discussions recently on the potential for bringing private prosecutions against those involved in staging RTAs and other types of…
There have been a flurry of discussions recently in respect of private prosecutions and the potential for bringing them against those involved in staging road traffic accidents and other types of fraud. In this article, we give consideration as to the viability of prosecuting offenders where the police are either unable or unwilling to become involved.
Common Law provides any individual with the right to bring a private prosecution. This principle was established more than a hundred years ago and is set out in various case law since. The Prosecution of Offenders Act 1980 formalises this right in statute.
Whilst there are a number of offences which require the prior specific consent of the DPP or the Attorney General to prosecute, those which would interest an insurance company, ie, offences under the Fraud Act or Theft Act, or even potentially, offences under the Road Traffic Act do not require specific permission and as such, the procedure is relatively straight forward.
In respect of a body corporate bringing an action, the prosecution itself would need to be in the name of one of their servants or agents. The Criminal Procedure Rules 2005, Part 7.1 states that "an information" would need to be laid either by an individual authorised on their behalf, ie a senior manager of the company, or their solicitor or Counsel. The laying of the "information", as the procedure is known involves setting out basic prescribed information, including the name of the Defendant, his address, the charge, the date of the offence and the place the offence was committed.
The "information" should then be sent to the Magistrates Court Clerk (the Clerk to the Justices) and providing all is in order, a Summons will be issued. Once issued the Summons will usually be sent to the Defendant at the last known address by first class post, whereupon it is deemed served. The Summons will contain a date for the Defendant to attend Court and should he fail to do so, the prosecutor, may apply for a warrant for the Defendant's arrest. This of course has a benefit over any civil action as the fraudster will have no option but to attend to face the allegations.
It is usual at this first stage for either a short adjournment or for the Defendant to indicate his plea. As fraud offences are triable "either way" that is to say they may be heard by either the Magistrates Court (summarily) or in the Crown Court (on indictment) a decision will then be made as to whether the matter is suitable to be tried at the Magistrates or Crown Court. Both the prosecution and the Defence have opportunity to provide representations. If the Court are willing to try the matter summarily then the final decision will rest with the Defendant who may elect trial at Crown Court (before a jury) if he so chooses. There are of course numerous advantages and pitfalls of the case being heard in either Court.
If a not guilty plea is entered and the Magistrates Court retain jurisdiction, the matter will be adjourned for pre trial review and later for trial. If the Crown Court is deemed appropriate or an election has taken place by the Defendant the matter will be adjourned for a Committal Hearing, following which the case will be transferred to the Crown Court for a Plea and Case Management Hearing.
As with any criminal case, the Prosecution will need meet the criminal burden of proof. If the Defendant is convicted (or pleads guilty), sentence will follow. The sentence will of course depend upon the particular offences taking into account any mitigation and/or aggravating factors.
Prosecuting the correct offences is also an important issue. The Fraud Act 2006, which came into force in January 2007 provides for three potential offences which would likely form the mainstay of any private prosecutions against insurance fraudsters. The relevant offences are as follows:
- Fraud by false representation.
- Fraud by failing to disclose information.
- Fraud by abuse of position.
The first of the three is likely to be the most significant and could be utilised where the Claimant stated that there was an accident which in fact turns out to be a complete fallacy or where a bogus passenger makes a claim and the prosecution can show he was not in the vehicle.
There are other offences which could also be borne in mind. In particular, perjury, and attempting to pervert the course of justice. Consideration should also be given to the relevant Road Traffic Offences such as dangerous driving or driving without due care and attention. These offences could be additional counts brought against, for example, a driver who can be proven to have been behind the wheel in an induced "slam on" type collision. The former offence carries a guideline custodial sentence with a maximum of two years imprisonment. One advantage of bringing a conviction for dangerous driving would be that a mandatory 12 month disqualification from driving would follow.
Potential Sentence
All of the Fraud Act offences are either way and as such, can be tried by either the Crown Court or the Magistrates. The maximum sentence that the Magistrates are able to pass is six months for one offence and a total of twelve months for two offences.
If the matter is heard at the Crown Court, the technical maximum sentence for the first of the three offences referred to above is 10 years imprisonment. The level and extent of the sentence would again depend upon the aggravating factors, the value of the fraud and any mitigating factors that the Defence can show.
Risk and Costs
Potential "would be" private prosecutors are likely to be concerned as to the risks of being unsuccessful and the extent to which costs are recoverable from either side. In the event of the Prosecution being unsuccessful there is a risk of costs being awarded against a prosecutor, however this is unlikely to happen where a case is conducted carefully, diligently and where it can be shown that there is a case to answer by the Defendant. In these circumstances the Defendant (assuming he is not legally aided) would be likely to recover his costs from central funds as opposed to the prosecutor. In the event the Prosecution is successful the Prosecutor may seek his costs from the Defendant (where he has the means to pay) or alternatively, in respect of either way or indictable offences, from central funds. Reasonable investigation costs may also be sought.
There are, of course, a number of other considerations that should be borne in mind. Firstly, the public perception of the Insurance industry may have some bearing particularly where the case is to be heard before a Jury in the Crown Court. The Prosecutor would need also ensure that the CPS guidelines for bringing a case, are complied with, otherwise the Prosecution could be at risk of being taken over (and even potentially discontinued) by the Crown Prosecution Service. As such it would be an advantage to consult both the local police constabulary and the area's Chief Crown Prosecutor at the earliest stage to ensure the prosecution would not interfere with any ongoing investigations or proceedings.
Private prosecutions are a powerful weapon in the arsenal of Insurers in the fight against insurance fraud. Whilst any prosecution would have to be considered very carefully on its own particular facts, and the evidence dealt with in accordance with the guidelines of the particular court in which it was to be heard, in the right cases this mechanism allows Insurers to turn the tables on Fraudsters in a way that few will have anticipated. Where convictions are obtained the benefit to insurance companies, the publicity won and the message that it would convey to fraudsters would likely to be a key ingredient in the decision making process.


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Some people lately seem to be forgetting one of the most important concepts in Discordianism, The Pentabarf. It was designed to discourage Fundamentalism, but some people are not studying it closely enough. Let's look at it again.
I – There is no Goddess but Goddess and She is Your Goddess. There is no Erisian Movement but The Erisian Movement and it is The Erisian Movement. And every Golden Apple Corps is the beloved home of a Golden Worm.
II – A Discordian Shall Always use the Official Discordian Document Numbering System.
III – A Discordian is Required during his early Illumination to Go Off Alone & Partake Joyously of a Hot Dog on a Friday; this Devotive Ceremony to Remonstrate against the popular Paganisms of the Day: of Catholic Christendom (no meat on Friday), of Judaism (no meat of Pork), of Hindic Peoples (no meat of Beef), of Buddhists (no meat of animal), and of Discordians (no Hot Dog Buns).
IV – A Discordian shall Partake of No Hot Dog Buns, for Such was the Solace of Our Goddess when She was Confronted with The Original Snub.
V – A Discordian is Prohibited of Believing what he reads.


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Pediatric allergies in Elgin IL relieved by treating the cause
Just as an adult-sized product doesn't work for a pint-sized child, allergies in children are not exactly the same as allergies in adults.
While allergies and related conditions such as allergic asthma are particularly common in childhood, the good news is that it is common for allergies to subside as a child gets older, and fewer medications may be needed to control conditions in children.
Pediatric proclivities
Hay fever (or allergic rhinitis) isn't triggered by hay and it doesn't cause fever, but it does set off nasal congestion, watery and red eyes, and a runny and itchy nose. Allergies are considered the most common cause of a stuffy nose in children. The congestion can make it difficult for the child to sleep, and breathing through the mouth to compensate for the inability to breathe through the nose can even lead to problems with how teeth and facial bones develop.
Allergies can inflame the ear, and ensuing buildup may result in infections, impaired hearing, and poor speech if the child is learning to talk when hearing is impaired.
Perhaps one of the scariest complications associated with allergies is anaphylaxis. The most severe food allergies have been associated with peanuts, tree nuts, and shellfish. Unlike allergies to milk, eggs, and wheat, children often carry these allergies into adulthood. Severe allergies can result in anaphylaxis, a reaction that can induce breathlessness, a rapid drop in blood pressure, and shock.
Help for pediatric allergies
Rescue medications such as epinephrine (adrenalin) may be administered via a pen-like device. If your child isn't old enough to self-inject, you need to speak with any care providers or teachers to assure they have the device on hand and are prepared to use it.
After tests are conducted at our office in Elgin IL, we can pinpoint the cause of your child's allergies. Generally, there are two types of treatments:
- Medications – Including decongestants and antihistamines to control allergy symptoms by preventing the release of chemicals that cause reactions, and corticosteroids to treat inflammation
- Immunotherapy – Traditionally, a small amount of the allergen is injected one to three times a week for three to six months until the three to five year maintenance phase is reached, which typically requires monthly dosing. More recently, the FDA approved the use of the first sublingual (under the tongue) allergen extract in the U.S. This may be an option if your child is scared of needles, as an extract of the culprit substance is prepared in a drop or tablet, placed under the tongue for 60 to 120 seconds, and then swallowed. The timeline for treatment is generally the same as allergy shots.
The idea with both types of immunotherapy is to expose the immune system to the allergen in very small, but gradually increasing doses, building up the body's tolerance to the allergen. The American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology reports sublingual therapy has promise for the management of allergies particularly common among children. This includes sensitivities to eggs that produce hives and other physical symptoms, allergic rhinitis or hay fever (brought on not by hay but by mites, grass, ragweed, dander and tree pollens), and for the chronic skin condition, atopic dermatitis (eczema).
Our specialists, Drs. Noga Askenazi, and Eugenia Hahn have experience with the latest, proven methods for treating pediatric allergies in Elgin IL. Call our local office at 847 888 8802.


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Before long you will ask
Have you heard from her?
Not has she heard from you
You will play that game
The one when you prompt with a Christmas card
The one when you don't know her telephone number
The one when you pretend not to know which city in the world she's in
Before long you will ask
When was the last time I saw her?
Not when was the last time she saw you
Before long you will know
That when she turned off the tap
And it took you long enough to notice
It was you that didn't turn it on again
Before long and for good you will know
You needn't be sitting where you are now
Staring at the front entrance, behind you a squirrel scraping the patio door glass
She is not knocking on the door when once she had her own key


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Tom Vella — Frank Raines Trip Report – January 19, 2007
Ed Lorenzen –Toyoto — ED4
Tom Vella – CJ7 — ED4
Richard Beard -Rubicon — ED4
Chuck, Linda, & Emily Rippen — Grand Cherokee — ED4
Tom Rosa and his two sons — CJ5 — Rockeaters
Nik Barton — Samurai — Rockeaters
Peter & Dad — TJ — Guest
Richard & Son — TJ — Guest
Jim O'Leary and friend
Dennis and Ava
Darell and Kathy
I started this adventure on January 19th, at 1:00 pm. I loaded up the truck with the camper and Jeep and headed out. This was going to be my first time to Frank Raines and I wasn't sure how long it would take to get there. Frank Raines is located on the west side of I5 outside of Patterson. Travel time was approximately 2 hrs, 30 mins. With the camper and jeep in tow. I was the first to arrive at the campground. The campground was very clean and had plenty of room to maneuver the camper and trailer. 30 minutes later Ed pulled into the campgrounds
Ed and I were the only two to camp Friday and Saturday nights. We spent Friday evening setting up camp and catching up on events since seeing each other at the last ED4 monthly meeting.
Saturday morning others started arriving around 9:00 am. The first being a couple of aquatics of Ed's from Modesto. Nik and Tom along with his two sons. They were members of a club named Rockeaters out of Modesto. At 10:00 am all had arrived and we had a run meeting with introductions.
Tom and Nik were at their home turf and were happy to volunteer to lead the group around the park. Tom led the group of 8 rigs to the west side of the park. We encountered a lot of hills with some off chamber stuff, some creek crossings, and a little rock crawling.
The park's trails are mostly single lane routes that are bi-directional. Watching for oncoming traffic is a must and we mostly encounter motocross bikes. Some of the trails come to a dead-end and turning around 8 rigs took some coordinating at times.
After a couple hours out on the trails we headed back to base camp for lunch. Waiting for us was Jim O'Leary with a friend who joined us for lunch. Lunchtime passed with more getting to know some of the new faces.
After lunch we continued exploring more of the park. We made our way up a very steep section of the park that eventually got us to the top of one of the hills that had a fantastic view down to base camp. During this climb up the hill, Nik's rigs started to overheat. After letting it cool down and adding some water to the radiator, it was decided we would make our way back down to base camp and Nik would leave his rig there. Getting down was uneventful and we made it down in no time. Nik joined up with Tom and his two sons in his CJ-5.
The time was getting to be late afternoon and felt we had another hour of wheeling left in the day. This last section of the park was the best of the day. After going through the ORV gate we proceeded to turn left and go up a very steep bank. It should have been a clue what was to come. The trail continued to climb up the hill with gradual climbs. Then we came to one section that had a very steep climb. Ed was the guy to take the climb first. After watching him slowly making his way up and when we lost site of him at the top, we heard the "all clear, come on up" over the CB. All of us made it up with no issues. Once on top there was just enough room for all the rigs. The next decision the group needed to make was whether to continue down (we were basically on the ridge of the hill), or U-turn and go back down the hill we just climbed. We decided to continue moving on. Moving forward got us to a very steep downward section. At the base of this section, we heard a voice come over the CB asking, "is that you Ed, on the trail?". It was Dennis and Ava who saw us on the trail from the main road to the park. They recognized Ed's yellow Toyota. Ed responded with a yes and told Dennis that we would be making our way back to camp. At this point we decide we should turn around and start making our way back to camp. The only issue coming back came when I caught my front diff on a deep rut. With Ed's help, picking a different line, and with lockers on front and rear, the climb out of this tough spot was done.
When we got back to camp, most of the guys needed to start making it back home. We said our good-byes to most of the group. It was now about 4:30 pm, and all had left, with the exception of Richard Beard, Ed, and myself. Richard was just to pull out to head home when over the CB came a call "ED4 come in". Richard and I looked at each other with a look of "who could that be?", as Richard repliedGǪentering the campground was Darell and Kathy. It was a nice surprise to see them. They had made their way over to spend a few hours with the group. Richard stayed a little longer to socialize with them before heading back to the bay area.
That evening we had dinner and enjoyed talking about the day's adventures. Darell and Kathy started back to the bay area at 7:30pm.
Sunday morning was clear with some wind. After a couple of hours getting ready to pull out of the campgrounds, it was 9:30am and time for Ed and I to say our good-byes.
Frank Raines is a fun place to venture out to and camp. The trails are fun and the campgrounds are very well kept.
Thanks to Ed for pulling this outing together.


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Heading to Santa Monica for vacation should be relaxing, but it can often feel a bit stressful. We'd like to take this time to remind you that your body, just as it is, is a beach body, and that being fit is simply about pushing your own limits. That being said, here are a few ways to balance indulgence with activity while on vacation in Santa Monica.
Ambrose Fitness Center
Equipped with free weights, a treadmill, an elliptical, Peloton bikes, and yoga mats, The Ambrose's 24-hour, state-of-the-art fitness center has everything you need to maintain your healthy lifestyle while on vacation. After your workout, shower off, and enjoy a healthy continental breakfast.
Santa Monica Stairs
If you're feeling guilty about all the drinks you had the night before at Bodega Wine Bar, lace up your sneakers and head over to the Santa Monica Stairs. The stairs are known as "the best workout in L.A.," so it's no wonder that celebrities are often spotted there sweating it out. We're almost positive they'll get you abs like Zac Efron. Santa Monica Stairs: 699 Adelaide Dr
Muscle Beach
Santa Monica's legendary Muscle Beach has been around since the early 20th century, providing locals the space to unleash their inner Arnold Schwarzenegger, and giving the city a reputation for being perfectly tanned and toned. On your next visit, stop by for a quick pump, then head to nearby LifeFood Organic for a super smoothie with berries, vegan protein, avocado and other nutritious supplements. Muscle Beach: 1800 Ocean Front Walk; 310-399-2775
Santa Monica's 26-mile Bike Path
With its unbeatable weather and bike-friendly streets, Santa Monica is a paradise for people who love to work up a sweat on two wheels. Here at The Ambrose, guests have a fleet of cruisers at their fingertip—just ask the front desk to try one out. Once you're feeling confident on your new ride, check out Santa Monica's 26-mile bike path, beginning at the pier, and traveling both north and south along the shoreline.
Basecamp Fitness
Just a mile southwest of The Ambrose on Lincoln Boulevard, Basecamp Fitness offers a fun, fast-paced workout guaranteed to get your heart racing. Push your limits with 35 minutes of interval training, then stretch it out, and get on with your day. We like our workouts quick and killer. Basecamp Fitness: 1315 Lincoln Blvd; 310-451-2861
Discovering the Best of Santa Monica
Planning a visit to Southern California? Learn more about our hotel here, so that you can experience Santa Monica for yourself, and get more insider tips on our Santa Monica blog!


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Daijiworld Media Network - Mangaluru
Mangaluru, Nov 29: There has never been any Catholic presentation software in the entire world. With the guidance and support of Bishop of Mangalore, 'Team Ephphatha' that consist of four young Catholic priests and M P Noronha,secretary of Pastoral Council of Mangalore diocese,have developed first Catholic version of Presentation Software.
On 27th November, 2014 on the occasion of dedication of Shrine of John Paul II at Bajpe, Mangaluru, the first ever Catholic worship software was launched by Papal ambassador for India and Nepal,Dr Salvatore Pennacchio.
It is the first software developed for worship and presentations in the Catholic Church and it contains all the 73 books of the Bible in three languages like Konkani, Kannada and English. The software has unique features like Bible word search, overlay scroll bar, liturgical contents etc. This is the first catholic software to get permission from Ignatius Press, California and Harper Collins Publishers, San Francisco.
The website of this software www.catholicworship.org was inaugurated by Bishop Dr Aloysius Paul D'Souza during the same occassion.
Fr Vishal Monis, team Coordinator for Ephphatha, M P Noronha and Prakash Lobo, the software designer, were present during the launching.
Later Team Ephphatha met Apostolic Nuncio Dr Salvatore Pennaccio at the Bishop's House in Mangaluru to brief on the new software.
For More details: www.catholicworship.org
EPHPHATHA CATHOLIC WORSHIP SOFTWARE Information Today many things have become digital. There is nothing untouched by the digital media. To move with the pace of the world and to make our worship in Catholic Church appealing to the present day generation we need to digitalize our Liturgy and Worship. Isn't it Today's Need?Everything in this world has place in digital media and software world. In this regard we ought to develop an Application for our church Worship and Liturgy. Today many Churches are using LCD screen or TV presentations. We do lots of presentations to our people without proper use of media and technology. Catholic Church does not have software which supports our Sunday Liturgy and Catholic Church presentations. Even though most Retreat preachers use presentation facilities there are no software supporting their needs as well. So it is a high time that we have Catholic Presentation software. We need proper presentation gadgets for our church presentations. Why Catholic Worship Software?There are many worship and presentation software programs available in the market which costs more than twenty five thousand rupees. But most of these software programs are Protestants. The Bible versions used in it are not Catholic. Secondly our need is Eucharist and worship based material which will not be provided by the other protestant or commercial based presentation software. So Catholic Worship software looks into the need of approved Catholic Bible, Liturgy, Eucharistic Celebration and Catholic Content in it. What are the primary Features of this Catholic Worship Software?• Church Presentation program where a computer window will have a secondary monitor output window for display purpose. Secondly you could continue working in the computer without disrupting the presentation on the screen.• Konkani, Kannada and English Bible with Catholic Versions. We use RSV- SCE (Lectionary Version Approved for India) and NRSV English Bibles• Konkani, Kannada and English Hymns• Sunday readings with Psalms• Media files playing facility with Power Point and Word importing facility• Daily Prayers, Rosary Prayers, other Catholic Prayers ready for display• Bible Word search option and Overlay scroll bar Who is this Team Catholic Worship?The team working behind this production of software is Four Catholic Priests of Diocese of Mangalore ordained in the year 2011 ( Fr Vishal Monis, Fr George Crasta, Fr Sunil Pinto, Fr Clifford Pinto) and M P Noronha, Charismatic Catholic and a well known lawyer in the Diocese of Mangalore.Who is the designer Team? This software is fruit of eleven months work. The software designer is Pacesoft Technologies, Mangalore. Is it First initiative in the Catholic Church?Yes. In all sincere searches we feel this software is a first in Catholic Church. Certain catholic churches use presentation software which is not designed for our Liturgy, Eucharist and Worship. In the field of presentation and also with regard to the authentic Bible version 'Ephphatha Catholic Worship Software' is first in the Catholic Church. Why EPHPHATHA? We name this software as 'EPHPHATHA' (Mark 7:34). At Baptism every Catholic is blessed to open up for the WORD OF GOD. As a Baptism call it would help us to proclaim the WORD OF GOD at liturgy, Prayer Services, Retreats as well as for the individuals in their homes. What is first in Catholic Worship?· First Software with approved Catholic Bible version
· First application with Bible Word Search option in a presentation software
· First Software with all books of the Bible
· First software which contains vernacular languages like Konkani and Kannada
· First software with overlay scroll bar
· First Indian based software to attain permission from Ignatius Press, California and Harper Collins Publishers, San Francisco.
· First software with Liturgical Year features
How does it help?· It helps you have any presentations in a more attractive manner
· In power point presentations you are to prepare every slide and you do not have control over the prepared program. But in Catholic Worship you can have any presentation with a better hold over the screen. Because it works in a secondary window.
· Any quotations from the Bible when quoted it would appear in the peoples screen just by typing the verse number.
· It will also help in Bible study.
· You can prepare, schedule and present at any liturgical celebrations, Bible classes or any other presentations.
· In any computer presentation you can avoid distracting people with the use of this software.
great work dear Fr. Vishal and team. congratulation to you all. sure it is needed in the modern world. let all use it and experience GOd's Love
Congratulations! Fr.Vishal & team EPHPHATHA. May the almighty Lord shower his choicest blessings on each one of you.All the best.
Congrats to fr Vishal and his team! it is a great service to all of us. im also looking for a catholic software for get retreat material and for the ministry of the Word of God. good luck and God bless you. v religious sisters r getting computer friendly
Congratulations Dear fr. Vishal and all he tema members who worked day and night to lauch this website. It is really great work. may God bless your efforts. May this website be a means to spread the good news to all.
Congratulations to our dear Catholic worship Team for accomplishing a great Task and bringing new life to our worship. God bless you all.
Congratulations to the EPHPHATHA team!!! Its really a great and fruitful work!!! Surely it will help every one and hope it will bear abundant fruits!!!! May God bless your hard work.
Fr. Vishal, Mr. Prakashcongratulations! !!!On a commendable job well done.may god bless you and your team abundantly. Best wishes
Congratulations to Fr.Vishal and Team . Great work for the dear Lord.Really I feel very proud of you. May Grace and peace of God multiply in our lives through the love of Lord Jesus.
congratulations to you EPHPHATHA team.
congratulations Fr. Vishal & team, You have taken lot of pain in making this dream a reality. May the Almighty God bless you for your efforts, zeal and vision. All the faithful including the clergy and lay people are now equipped with this software to praise the Lord Almighty for which the credit goes to your efforts. All the best.
Great work Fr. Vishal and Team. Word of God should be accessible to everybody and in any means of channels. If the complete Liturgy is available in the software, that's a great news.
The Link not working. I think the website link is mistyped or the website is down.
Website is working .
Congratulations to Diocese of Mangalore, yes, to the present generation, software with complete details is required, and it need of the hour. Great idea, and let us know how we common people can use this software.
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Fall on Snow, Climbing Unroped, Snow Conditions — Névé, Oregon, Mount Hood, Cooper Spur
Oregon, Mount Hood, Cooper Spur
On September 6, Mark Fraas (40) fell 1500 feet down the Cooper Spur after losing his footing.
There have been at least 13 fatalities on the Cooper Spur. All follow a similar scenario: loss of footing, inability to self-arrest, and a long fall over rock cliffs above the Eliot Glacier. Because of the hazardous fall line, this route should only be attempted when snow conditions give firm footing and the party is prepared for immediate self-arrest. These conditions are usually present in the very early hours of spring mornings.
Friends of Mark Fraas indicated that he had climbed Mount Adams and Mount Hood several times, that he was an expert telemark skier, and that he was not a foolhardy person. He and his partner, Rodney Brenneman, were carrying skis and were not trying to reach the summit.
It was also reported that he was a person who "did everything to the limit." Further, "He was always ebullient, enthusiastic... operating at a different level than most people." (Source: Jeff Sheetz, Portland Mountain Rescue; and "The Oregonian," September 8, 1997).
Excerpts from a letter by Rodney Brenneman, Fraas' partner, to the Crag Rats Mountain Rescue offered the following:
I feel there are three likely potential causes of Mark's fall: One, he was hit by a rock and knocked off balance. While he wasn't wearing a helmet, there was almost no rock- fall and this seems highly unlikely. Two, his crampons lost grip or edge points broke out. I found no icy or crusty spots at all, nor was the snow the slightest bit slushy (I was wearing gloves with no shell, placing my one hand against the snow constantly, and my gloves weren't the slightest bit wet). This is possible, but seems less likely than the third possibility: He caught his crampon points (probably left foot) on his leggings as he stepped through. This I believe is the most likely cause. Mark was wearing leg warmers he had made, which could be pulled down to boot top (like cyclists use) if they become too warm. He had these pulled down (as well as his sleeves off) at the time of the fall. Given the steepness of the slope, there would be a very small space for the uphill leg stepping through during traversing.
Regardless of the cause, the fact that Mark was traversing (piolet canne) without anchoring his ax meant any slip was a fall. Finally, once he lost his ax (and without a leash to perhaps help him retain it) there was no chance of arrest. I also have no idea how familiar he was with self-arrest techniques.
I understand from others that Mark was an excellent and experienced telemark skier. Nothing I know or heard about Mark indicates that he had any experience as a "climber"—except in the context of doing approaches for skiing. I have climbed and taught rock climbing for a number of years, and climb grade WI 4 ice. Mark had the knowledge of the local terrain, fitness and confidence of an experienced "climber." In retrospect, it is my gut feeling that he may not have had the experience to judge when he had crossed over his technical limitations and when to adopt a more conservative approach.
Cooper Spur should never be climbed fourth class—roped but without placing protection. You don't stand a chance of holding another climber's fall on this steep a slope without some anchor. I don't feel unroped climbing is unnecessarily dangerous for an experienced climber on this route—as it is the fastest method of ascent. Personally, the only change I would have made would have been to use two axes in piolet panne (with leashes) so that I always had an anchor. It is just as fast and is safer. There is a danger with two axes and leashes should you somehow come off, however. I believe that self arrest is nearly impossible from the upper slope in the neve conditions we had and that the climber must not fall.
In conclusion, I think information which alerts people to the seriousness of the Cooper Spur route is one of the best accident prevention tools. The most dangerous aspect of the Cooper Spur route is that it never really looks or feels dangerous or particularly exposed—at least until one is very committed to the upper portion.


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Most people suffer from an aching neck or back at some point in their lives. When pain and stiffness occur gradually and chronically, osteoarthritis may be the cause.
See How Arthritis Causes Back Pain
Osteoarthritis of the spine is common with aging. It involves two primary processes:
- A breakdown of the cartilage in the facet joints, which link together the spine's vertebrae
- Abnormal bony growths, called osteophytes or bone spurs, develop on the vertebrae
This degenerative process can lead to pain, stiffness, and other symptoms. The osteoarthritic process usually occurs slowly, over a number of years, and may develop in tandem with other degenerative issues in the spine, such as degenerative disc disease and/or spinal stenosis.
Back and Neck Pain from Osteoarthritis
Pain is the primary symptom of spinal arthritis, although it may be experienced in any combination of the following ways:
- Back or neck pain that comes and goes, possibly with a chronic low level of pain punctuated by intermittent flare-ups of more intense pain
- Pain with certain activities, such as arching, twisting, or heavy lifting
- Back pain and stiffness that is worse after prolonged inactivity, such as upon getting out of bed in the morning
- Referred pain, such as headaches caused by osteoarthritis in the neck or leg pain caused by osteoarthritis in the lower back
This article provides an in-depth review of the symptoms, causes and risk factors, diagnostic process, and surgical and nonsurgical treatments for osteoarthritis of the spine.
In This Article:
- What Is Spinal Osteoarthritis (Facet Joint Arthritis)?
- Spinal Osteoarthritis Symptoms
- Spinal Osteoarthritis Risk Factors
- Spinal Osteoarthritis Diagnosis
- Spinal Osteoarthritis Treatment
- Self Care and Exercise to Treat Spine Osteoarthritis
- Surgery to Treat Spine Osteoarthritis
- Lumbar Osteoarthritis Video
Osteoarthritis of the Spine: Many Names, One Disease
- Zygapophyseal joint arthritis or Z joint arthritis
- Facet joint arthritis
- Facet joint syndrome
Osteoarthritis that develops in the spine can go by many different names, including:
It may also be referred to by terms that describe general degenerative changes in the spine, such as:
- Facet arthropathy, which refers to any disease of the facets, most commonly osteoarthritis
- Spondylosis, a general term that refers to any spine pain caused by degeneration, including but not limited to osteoarthritis
Regardless of the term used, spinal osteoarthritis is common in older adults. According to a study by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), approximately 60% of people over the age of 40 have some joint degeneration in the lower back, though it does not always cause pain.1
For information on spine related conditions, see the Arthritis Center on Spine-health.com
- 1.Kalichman L, Li L, Kim DH, Guermazi A, Berkin V, O'Donnell CJ, Hoffmann U, Cole R, Hunter DJ. Facet joint osteoarthritis and low back pain in the community-based population. Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 2008 Nov 1;33(23):2560-5. doi: 10.1097/BRS.0b013e318184ef9


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Part D Prescription Drug Coverage
Formulary/Drug Lists and Drug Coverage
A Formulary, sometimes called a Covered Drug List, is a list of prescription drugs generally covered by your MVP plan's pharmacy benefit. MVP will generally cover the drugs listed in our Formulary as long as the drug is medically necessary, the prescription is filled at an MVP network pharmacy, and other plan rules are followed.
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CVS Caremark is the Pharmacy Benefits Manager and mail order vendor for MVP's Medicare Advantage plans with prescription drug coverage. This means they process your prescription drug claims. You do not need to go to a CVS/pharmacy for your prescriptions—you can fill your prescriptions at any pharmacy that contracts with MVP, including all major pharmacy chains. If you have questions about your prescription drug coverage, CVS Caremark Customer Care is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week at 1-866-494-8829 (TTY: 711).
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The Medication Therapy Management Program (MTMP) helps MVP Medicare Advantage plan members who have complex health needs or use multiple medications to treat chronic conditions better understand their prescriptions. This program is not considered a benefit and is offered at no cost to MVP Medicare Part D members.
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The American public has responded with shock and awe as Sen. Arlen Specter says he won't call for congressional hearings on the NFL's investigation of the Spygate scandal after all. The stunning reversal has left Senator Specter with a re-election battle that just weeks ago was thought to be a foregone conclusion in favor of the Pennsylvania Republican incumbent, but now looks to be another gain for Senate Democrats.
Specter (R-Pa.) earlier had demanded an independent inquiry, but since his reversal on the position the Senator has seen his approval rating drop into single digits. One angry Pennsylvania voter, Betty Birch, proclaimed, "We might have many important matters at hand right now, but what other f%!**ing issue rises to the importance of this one?!"
"I haven't pulled back. There's not much more I can do at this point," Specter said. "I'm not going to call for hearings because people seem real pissed off about this high dollar fuel and I think we will be spending more time on that".
After the initial public outcry, Specter sought to change his decision, but was rebuffed by Senate Democratic leadership who knew this move was political suicide for Specter. One anonymous high ranking Democratic source on the Senate judiciary committee responded, "This was one train wreck we could not stop watching! I mean, what kind of dumb ass would pull sensitive hearings on THIS matter in favor of hearings on Iraq, Oil prices, and a mortgage crisis?"
Specter's office did not respond to inquiries for this article.


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Like any Italian region, Tuscany has its own ingredients, recipes and hyper-local food traditions that are best to stick to while eating out in Tuscany. Start your meal with an antipasto of cured sliced meats or affettati misti, always popular, or try something more particular and order crostini di fegato, thin slices of lightly toasted bread spread with a chicken liver pate. Don't let the word liver turn you away, it has a rich, rustic taste and it's good for you as well!
Tuscans are particularly fond of their soups. Try the ribollita, a vegetable and bread soup that functions as a delicious and classic comfort food. Papa al pomodoro, a tomato soup, is perfect for the winter and during summer you have the panzanella, a kind of cold salad of bread soaked in balsamic vinegar and mixed with onions and tomatoes, basil all topped with olive oil of course!
Another favorite is cannellini beans. Tuscans are often called mangiafagioli, bean eaters, for a reason and you can find them prepared in many ways. Try them in a soup like zuppa di fagioli or in fagioli all'uccelletto, a side dish of cannellini beans stewed with tomatoes, garlic and sage. Our favorite is fagioli con salsiccia, beans with sausage, perhaps with a nice glass of Chianti!
If you'd rather have pasta the famous tagliatelle al tartufo, pasta covered in a truffle sauce, is definitely one not to pass up. Both black and white truffle varieties are very rare, only turning up in a few areas of the world. Luckily for visitors of the region, Tuscany has both kinds growing in its hills. Black varieties grow throughout, especially near Spoleto, while the white have been found around San Miniato. Both variations feature heavily in traditional Tuscan food and you'll find versions of just about everything infused with tartufo, from balsamic vinegar to pecorino cheese.
You can also try the pappardelle alla lepre, very wide egg noodles in a strong-sauce made from wild hare, the king of Tuscan pasta, or a variant of the sort such as pasta with a wild boar sauce. You'll find many roasted meats in Tuscan cuisine, particularly wild game such as deer, pheasant or wild boar used as sauces for pasta or as the main course, il secondo, itself.
A mixed meat platter or roasted, wine-braised rabbit or duck make for a great secondo, however the Bistecca Fiorentina is an absolute must-try. This large T-bone steak, traditionally from the Chiana valley, is so thick that it must be cooked on its front, back and side and usually weighs three to four pounds. Though delicious, this is one meal to split with a friend!
Finish your meal with classic Tuscan cantucci dipped in vin santo. Cantucci are often called biscotti di Prato, named after the Tuscan town most famous for them are the Tuscan variety of the twice-baked cookies we call "biscotti." Dunk these hard almond cookies in to a small glass of sweet dessert wine, vin santo, to soften them and clean your palate after a great meal! Or, if you'd like to give truffles a try in a less rustic, more sweet environment, try ordering gelato al tartufo, a scoop of gelato with truffle shavings on top!
Tuscany is wine country and you can't go wrong sampling one of its phenomenal wines. Each town offers its own wine, and it can be overwhelming to choose. If that's the case, go with the vino della casa, house wine, as it will likely be a delicious Tuscan table wine. For more, don't miss our guide to wine-tasting in Tuscany with our favorite regions and how to get there!
Montalcino and Montepulciano are two classic reds, the former split between the full-bodied Brunello di Montalcino and the lighter, younger Rossi di Montalcino. Montepulciano, another long-respected red wine, is slightly less complex (and less expensive!) than the Brunello.
Another Tuscan wine you're sure to have heard of is the Chianti – a versatile wine produced throughout central Tuscany. In fact, the Chianti Classico, produced between the hills between Florence and Siena, is said to have been the first officially established wine zone in the world, dating back to 1716. Pair your meal with a glass of Chianti and enjoy the flavors and traditions of Tuscany in every plate!
Travel to Prato for the mortadella and cantucci, Carmignano for the figs or Montalcino for the wine. Head to Pistoia for Tuscan bread or chestnut cake or Pienza for the pecorino, the sheep's milk cheese that the city is famous for (the great shopping is just another benefit!) Tuscany is a foodie's dream but you don't have to be a foodie to thoroughly enjoy these Tuscan treats!


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Assassin's Creed III
Since the AC3 menu doesn't lend itself to screenshots, I'll just tell you that we tested at 1920x1080 with environment and shadow quality set to "very high" and texture and anti-aliasing quality set to "high." I understand that the "high" AA setting uses FXAA HQ with no multisampling. This game also supports Nvidia's TXAA, but Nvidia has gated off access to that mode from owners of Radeons and pre-Kepler GeForces, so we couldn't use it for comparative testing.
Well, look at that. We finally have a difference of note between Win8 and Win7. For whatever reason, the 7950 struggles more in AC3 in Windows 8. Then again, the 7950 doesn't perform especially well in this game in either version of Windows—not compared to the GTX 660 Ti.


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Due to changes in the security protocols of the University, international student candidates who wish to get information about the application process by visiting the Office, need an appointment.
Before requesting an appointment, please read the information on our website. All of the information regarding applications to the undergraduate and graduate programs is available at www.adaylar.boun.edu.tr
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Dry Bones Boogie
A new recording of 12 songs in English and Hebrew, with a spice of Yiddish and Gaelic with a relevant prophetic message for these bracing times. Blues-rock Middle Eastern Dry Bones boogie; Ruth's life-changing prayer; Yiddish-Arab-bluegrass worship; Isaiah's confession; Jeremiah's intercession; a Gaelic Hebrew psalm, and a lullaby of God's faithfulness and intimacy for Israel.
Allow for up to 48 hours to receive your email with the download link. Please be aware that the email with the link may possibly go into your junk mail so be sure to look there as well.


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One versatile tenderizer - hundreds of creative meal ideas
Plastic guides direct meat into knives
Translucent guard lets operator view processing
Safety interlock system
It can cut flank steak, sirloin, chicken breast or pork for stir-fry and fajitas. It can strip-cut cooked ham, turkey and cheese for chef salads or garnishes. With its Knit-Knife stainless steel blades, it can cut meat and knit it so firmly together, it will cook as one solid steak. With all it can do, the 403 Tenderizer belongs in every kitchen.


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Can You Really Get a Job in Healthcare Without Experience? Yes, You Can
Much has been said about healthcare facilities not wanting to hire newly graduated nurses, technicians and other healthcare professionals. With other industries shrinking, and the healthcare industry growing, many workers are making the switch to a medical career. But how can you – if you have little or no real-world experience – successfully make this switch?
As with all changes, the road to a new medical job is not easy, and your results will not come instantaneously. If you lack experience, you will have sell yourself on your potential – not your accomplishments.
To do this, you need to change your mindset. Here are 6 things to remember
A Diploma or Certification is not a Guarantee
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By Erin Dugan
Research/Penn State
Research Unplugged, Penn State's town-and-gown discussion series, is back for the spring semester starting Wednesday, March 17, at the Penn State Downtown Theatre on Allen Street in State College.
For six consecutive Wednesdays from noon-1 p.m., attendees will learn about and discuss intriguing and timely topics with Penn State researchers. Speakers are not on stage or behind a lectern. Instead, they interact with attendees who have the opportunity to chime in with their own questions and opinions throughout the discussion. As in past years, each event is free and includes coffee and bagels.
Following is a brief summary of the semester's schedule.
March 17 will feature a special St. Patrick's Day event titled, "Music of the Emerald Isle: A Talk with Lisa Jenkins, Musicology Department and Performance by Members of Callanish, a Celtic band". Attendees will be introduced to the origins of Celtic music and hear live Celtic music from members of a local band.
On March 24, Research Unplugged presents, "Fair Game or Foul Play? Media Coverage of Women in Sports", a conversation with Marie Hardin, associate professor and associate director of the John Curley Center for Sports Journalism.
Science buffs should mark their calendars on March 31 and April 7 for, "Mammoth Discovery: Decoding the Secrets of Ice Age DNA"; and "Fossil Rainforests of Patagonia: Ancient Biodiversity and Living Legacy", hosted by Stephan Schuster, professor of biochemistry and molecular biology, and by Peter Wilf, associate professor of geosciences, respectively.
The April 14 event will appeal to fans of comic books and blockbuster movies with, "Superheroes at the Box Office: How Comic Books Changed Hollywood", a conversation led by Matt McAllister, professor of communications.
The spring season concludes on April 21 with the final event, "The Twenty-First Century Student: Can American Colleges Deliver?" This discussion is hosted by Donald Heller, professor of education and director of the Center for the Study of Higher Education.
For more information about past events or to view the schedule online visit: http://www.rps.psu.edu/unplugged/.


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in your photo of the menu above, i notice a dish that says "penang laksa". That looks a lot like Assam laksa and is described as sour. Have you tried the assam laksa from McLucksa?
hi Anonymous, i haven't tried there Penang Laksa but it does look very much like an Assam Laksa in the photo as you say. quite possibly it is. i think my favourite Assam Laksa is from Malay-Chinese at the moment.
Hi Simon!
I have to thank you for saving my bacon tonight...I had a MAD craving for chicken rice (as an ex-s'pore expat) & headed to McLucksa, to my HORROR, it's closed! Must be for reno's, but no signage no nothing!!!! I googled chicken rice sydney & lo & behold your ace blog popped up, and I was able to tootle down the road to S'pore Shiok & satisfy the urge. Pretty great. Thank you!
hi anonymous, glad you found your fix of chicken rice. During the day be sure to check out Sayong under Woolworths. that's one of their signature dishes along with the Hor Fun #1 :-)
Hey Simon, wow - the name rung a bell but I couldn't remember if I have been here until I saw the pictures! I have tried the laksa there since I used to eat around Haymarket a bunch, although we are talking at least 5 years ago now. To be honest i don't remember it being anything special, although it might be worth trying again next time I'm down that way.
hi TheLaksaBlog, i've actually heard rumors this place might not be there any more. let me know if you find it or not when you return.


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–Irish to John Marston
We Shall Be Together in Paradise is a mission featured in Red Dead Redemption.
To view the mission tree, see:
- Main article: Missions in Redemption/Tree
At Brittlebrush Trawl, Irish helps John get across the river to Mexico. On the way, they get attacked by quite a few of Irish's so-called friends. Once they arrive, Irish leaves, and John is left by himself in Nuevo Paraiso.
Mission Prerequisites
Before this mission becomes available, the player must complete:
Mission Objectives
To complete this mission, the player must:
- Ride the raft down the San Luis River.
- Defend himself and Irish against on-shore banditos en route.
Mission Details
Once on the raft, Irish will start talking for a bit, then once the other shore is within reach, there will be multiple enemies attacking from the shore. There is also a Springfield Rifle to be picked up on the crates and close by there is a container with ammunition in it. The raft will drift downriver for some time, with what seems like more enemies than Irish could make, unless he really tried, attacking from the bank. The enemies will take a break for a bit to allow Marston and Irish to discuss the lack of imagination used in American nicknames. Enemies will attack once again after the dialogue, with sometimes up to three throwing explosives (dynamite) into the water near the raft around the headways of the outcropping cliffs. As the raft continues to drift along the river, more enemies will spawn, all intent on the destruction of Irish by either bullet or dynamite. At at least one point there are TNT barrels on the cliffs to remove troublesome enemies if necessary. The raft will eventually drift onto the shore, where some horses are waiting. As you ride in, one of only three songs with lyrics plays: "Far Away" by José Gonzáles. Welcome to Mexico!
Mission Dialogues
- Main article: We Shall Be Together in Paradise/dialogues
Mission Failure
The mission will fail if the player:
- Assaults, kills or abandons Irish.
- Knocks the raft off course (shooting the rope).
- Dies.
Mission Complete Unlockables
- Nuevo Paraiso territory
- Arm Wrestling
- Hideouts:
- Store items:
- "Deadalus and Son" Stranger side-mission
- "I Know You" Part 2 Stranger side-mission
- Landon Ricketts mission strand
- Vincente de Santa mission strand
- When taking cover on the raft, there is a chance for Marston to instantly fly up into the air, either resulting in death or mission failure due to abandoning Irish.
- Sometimes the lamps on the raft will fall and ignite, killing you. Knock them off before the mission or stay away from them during the fire fights. Lamps are particularly prone to fall and explode after dynamite explodes near the raft.
- Not so much a bug, but after the raft trip, you can miss out on the song by doing anything other than getting on the supplied horse and riding. Do not go into your inventory, pause, or anything else. Just get on the horse and ride.
- This is the only mission Irish actually fights in.
- If standing outside the mission marker, it is possible to fight West Dickens and Irish by drawing a gun at them, but they are both invincible.
- This is the only time in the game that a horse has correct anatomy.
- The mission's name is both a biblical reference to one of the thieves while on the cross and to the region John and Irish are traveling to, Nuevo Paraiso (New Paradise).
- During the initial few moments of speech while on the raft, both Irish and John admit they can't swim. This obviously explains why Marston will die if submerged in water higher than his neck.
- After this mission, the bridges from Mexico to America are built (apart from Frontera Bridge for a short while) defeating the purpose of going into the raft in the first place.
- If you whistle for your horse instead of using the one when you arrive in Mexico, your horse will have somehow crossed the border.
- After completing the mission, the raft "magically" begins to float away. If the player is fast enough, he can jump onto the raft and ride it. It stops southeast of Fort Mercer, in the middle of the water.
- Following this mission, as Marston mounts his horse, the song "Far Away" by Jose Gonzalez will begin playing. Playback will cease if the player opens his satchel, dismounts his horse, or enters any settlement in Nuevo Paraiso.
- At one point during the mission, Irish asks what the Spanish word for "cunt" is. The Spanish version of the word is "coño", which literaly translates to "vagina".
- It is possible for Irish to seemingly die, and then be revived. If you stand as far as possible from the lantern nearest Irish, and then shoot it down, it will explode. If you're lucky enough, you will just get moderatly hurt, while Irish is completely engulfed in fire. Strangely, you do not fail the mission. Irish will roll around on the raft for a while, then the flames will go out. He will get up, blackened and singed, and then continue shooting, as if nothing had happened.
- This mission marks Irish's last appearance.
- Irish claims that some Nuevo Paraiso residents refer to him as "El Rato," which he believes translates to "the Cat." Marston then corrects Irish, explaining that it actually translates to "the Rat."
- Although it is part of the New Austin chapter the stats count it as a Nuevo Paraíso mission.
Video Walkthrough
Completing this mission contributes toward the following Trophy/Achievement:
100 gamerscore
Gold gold
Attain 100% List in the singleplayer game completion list.


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