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Somali President to visit Minneapolis December 15
Ilhan Omar was arrested at a 2013 visit of Hassan Sheikh Mohamud to the city. The sitting President of the Federal Republic of Somalia will hold an event at the…
Congresswoman Ilhan Omar’s ability to turn out the vote has been remarkable over her brief career in politics. It will be tested again next month.
Early voting is already underway in the August 9 primary election in Minnesota. The primary election will determine which candidates will appear on the general election ballot in November.
During this mid-term election, the high-profile races are for governor and attorney general. All eight members of congress and all 201 members of the state legislature will be on the ballot this year.
On the Democratic side, most incumbents are running in next-month’s primary with little or no opposition. The one exception is in the Fifth Congressional District, where incumbent Ilhan Omar is running for a third term to represent this Minneapolis-centered constituency.
The Fifth District is the most Democratic leaning in Minnesota, with a partisan index of D+29. In fact, it ranks up there with the most Democratic-leaning districts in America. Whoever wins the Democratic primary in August is all but guaranteed to win the general election in November.
At the time she was a state representative, Omar first won election to U.S. Congress in 2018, after incumbent Keith Ellison decided to run for state Attorney General. She prevailed in a six-candidate field in the August 2018 primary with 48 percent of the vote, an 18-point victory over the second-place finisher, former state Speaker of the House Margaret Anderson-Kelliher.
In 2020, the incumbent Omar was challenged in the primary by local attorney Anton Mellon-Meaux and three other candidates. In that race, she achieved a 20-point victory over her closest rival.
In 2022, it’s again a five-way race in the Democratic primary. Her main rival this year is former Minneapolis City Council-member Don Samuels.
Local political commentator Blois Olson reported on the race in his Morning Take newsletter this morning, noting that Samuels is beginning to run ads against Omar. Here’s Olson’s take on the race:
It’s tough to measure the interest and sense of the CD5 DFL primary between Rep. Ilhan Omar and Don Samuels. One reason is because despite a visible, well-funded campaign in 2020, Antone Melton-Meaux was defeated solidly by Omar. The incumbent did that by running up the vote totals in Minneapolis. Melton-Meaux won in the suburbs, that had much lower turnout. There were about 101K votes cast just in Minneapolis in the 2020 primary, most of which were mail-in ballots. Total primary voters in 2020 was 179K. In the 2018 DFL primary, there were about 135K voters, and that was a competitive Governor’s race. The new dynamic in 2022 is that there are primaries in the Hennepin County Sheriff and Hennepin County Attorney’s office. In those races, motivated voters from the suburbs are likely to lean more toward Samuels. In every election turnout matters, in this election where the turnout is will be the difference.
As Olson notes, the 2020 primary election was remarkable in a number of aspects. The first was the size of the turnout. Turnout was higher in the Fifth district than any other part of the state, with a huge increase over the 2018 primary.
The above graph shows the number of Democrats voting in the U.S. Senate primary for the seat held by Sen. Tina Smith, the only statewide race common to both years.
In 2020, 169,000 Democrat voters cast ballots in the Fifth district in the Senate race.
In 2020, 178,000 Democrats voted in the race for Congress in the Fifth District. In other words, 9,000 Democrats skipped the line for Sen. Smith’s race and voted in the Omar race.
The total number of votes cast in 2020 increased by just under 43,000. Of these extra votes, Omar received over 38,000, some 90 percent of the increased vote total.
As Olson points out, Omar’s impressive vote gains were almost entirely within the Minneapolis part of the district. In other words, new Omar voters were almost entirely responsible for the increase in voter turnout, and almost all of the increased voter turnout occurred within the city limits of Minneapolis.
Where in Minneapolis? Curiously, Omar’s increased vote totals were evenly spread across the city. Almost perfectly evenly.
One would have expected her impressive vote gains to have been concentrated in those areas where she was already popular, such as her old house district 60B. That was not the case in 2020.
The Minnesota Secretary of State reports vote totals in a number of ways, including by state House of Representative Districts. Inside Minneapolis, there are 8 state house districts (including 60B) that lie almost entirely within the city. These 8 districts account for the bulk of Omar’s increased vote totals in 2020. Vote increases are shown by house district on the following graph,
Not only are the vote increases evenly spread across the city, they come in round-number chunks. By district, vote increases come in denominations of 2,000, 3,000, or 4,000, give or take a few votes.
As Olson points out, the 2020 primary contest was mostly conducted by mail. We will see over the next month whether that will be the case in 2022.
They say “demography is destiny.” For Minnesota’s sake, let’s hope not. A headline about public education caught my eye the other day. The Minneapolis Star Tribune reported that: Minneapolis Public…
Households across Minnesota are being hit with notifications that their property taxes will go up because the value of their property has gone up. To give just one example, the…
Gov. Tim Walz dedicated a new statue of Nellie Stone Johnson today at the State Capitol. The press fawned over the ceremony, calling her an “iconic civil rights and labor…
Activist voices, amplified by easily influenced masses, devastated our public safety and harmed our communities in recent years. While there are signs of a recovery beginning to appear in Minneapolis, there…
The recent elections gave Minnesota Democrats total control of the state government for at least the next two years. According to an article in The Sahan Journal, they are wasting…

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Monday March 30th (early morning):
4600 block of 29th Street: At about 5:45 am officers took a report of a stolen white 2000 Dodge Caravan bearing Maryland tags 73250CC. The victim/owner told the officers that he parked his van outside his residence Sunday afternoon at about 3 pm. When he returned to the vehicle this morning he discovered that it had been stolen. The officers found no evidence as to how or who was responsible for the theft.
Sunday March 29th:
2300 block of Arundel Road (Grand China restaurant): At about 4:55 am officers responded for the report of a commercial burglary. The owner of the store told the officers that person(s) unknown forced entry into the restaurant through the front glass door and stole seven packs of Newport cigarettes. Nothing else was damaged or stolen.
4300 block of 28th Place: At about 1:25 pm officers took a report of a stolen Maryland license plate. The victim told the officers that sometime prior to his reporting the theft person(s) unknown stole the rear tag off his 1996 Nissan Sentra. The stolen Maryland tag is 9DBC72.
4300 block of 28th Place: At about 2 pm officers took a second stolen tag report. This time thieves stole Maryland tag 377M911 off of the victim/owner’s 2002 Chrysler Voyager mini van. Like the case noted above, only the rear tag was taken.
4200 block of 28th Street: At about 3 pm officers took a report of yet another stolen Maryland license plate. This time Maryland tag 1CYK79 was stolen off of a 1996 Honda Accord. Again, only the rear tag was taken.
Saturday March 28th:
3100 block of Queens Chapel Road: At about 5:40 pm officers took a report of a vandalism to auto. The victim/owner told the officers that after a domestic altercation with the father of her daughter she came out to her vehicle and noticed scratches that were not there prior to the altercation. She believes that the domestic incident with the father resulted in his damaging her vehicle when he left her residence. No evidence was found linking the father to the damage.
Friday March 27th:
Nothing of significance to report.

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If you knew how I love soups!
A plate of fragrant hot soup for me is like a meditation session.
Our plump moustached character Monsieur François Croûton – a gifted chef, who has been fired from a prestigious restaurant, because whatever the patrons would order, François would always bring them soup! Always!
– Bonjour! It would be a Quiche Lorraine, a salad with a poached egg for the lady, two Ratatouilles and a bottle of Chablis. Merci!
On hearing the dish-names unfriendly to his heart, François would only keep his temper, he would rush to the kitchen and just in a moment would bring the order:
– M-m- monsieur, m-m- madame, taste this unbelievable onion s-soup, it’s thousand times better than a Quiche Lorraine and by far healthier... M-m- madame, but you have never came face to face with the excellent beet-root fest.. Pardon! With the soup! And here is the vegetable fest in front of you… Look, the vegetables seem to float in the round porcelain pool! Inhale the aroma, feel the taste of every ingredient in your bowl... Take a bigger spoon... Get a spoonful...
– Monsieur! It’s all great, but we have ordered a Quiche Lorraine, a salad...
– I know, I know, but the soups are magnificent, you should...
And then they used to take Monsieur Croûton away with bows, begged to be excused, and served the proper dishes.
Thus Monsieur Croûton would migrate from a restaurant to a restaurant where of soups, they served only onion soup and at that, not always quite good. And our dreamer’s heart bled and broke to pieces. He grieved that his favourite dish was not wanted in Paris.
Each time after getting it straight in the restaurants, he would come home, sank sadly into his armchair at the fireplace and kept science until his face was lit with a smile and his moustache was turned up higher than ever:
– But of course!
And then as though in a daze: François’s little hands (oh, whatever hands he had) masterly peeled the vegetables, flash-like chopped onion, grated carrots; he would smell spice; he would dreamily semi-close his eyes and remembering someone or something he would dance, juggling with vegetables, ladles, bay leaves and even with sweet peas!
It would be a real show, some true magic! As if a big and kind wizard would be brewing some potion to save the world! Monsieur Croûton’s kitchen would be filled with all types of aromas – so if you, my dear Reader, have had dropped in – the scents would have lifted you up at once, seated you at the table, while François – the good soul – would have put a big big plate of excellent rich soup in front of you and handed in a big big spoon – oh, it would have been much better!

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Why Mac and Cheese? Well...
- The Mac and Cheese from my first run had twice the amount of pasta as it was supposed to (remember that?)
- I couldn't actually taste or smell anything the first time I made it because of my cold
- I had pasta, cheese that was going to expire soon (don't worry-- it was still good), cream, milk, and eggs on hand
- I had an extra hour
- The fridge and pantry were really full, so it was partially a clear-out meal
- I was cold and the oven heats up the kitchen nicely
Really, there was really no reason NOT to make Mac and Cheese. So I did, and it was incredible! I used whole-wheat pasta, which lets me pretend it's healthy, and I didn't have whole milk so I just used normal milk. I also added a little bit of parmesan. Here are the answers I came up with for my pop quiz:
Pop-Quiz Mac and Cheese
Yield: 8 servings
- 3/4 lb. whole-wheat penne (or any other bite-sized pasta)
- 4 oz. extra sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 4 oz. sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 4 oz. colby jack cheese, grated
- 2 oz. parmesan cheese, grated
- 4 oz. cream cheese, cut into small chunks
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup milk
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 tbsp butter
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Bring water to a boil on the stove.
- Add the pasta and cook for 5-6 minutes (whole-wheat pasta) or 3 minutes (white pasta), until the outside of the pasta has softened but it is still uncomfortable to chew.
- Meanwhile, mix all grated cheeses with the cream, milk, nutmeg, eggs, and salt and pepper to taste.
- Butter the bottom and sides of a casserole dish or high-edge saucepan (about 10-12" diameter).
- Drain the semi-cooked pasta, rinse once with cool water, and add to the sauce mix.
- Pour into the casserole dish or pan, even out any huge clumps of cheese, and plop the cream cheese on top
- Bake for 5 minutes, spread out the cream cheese on top, then bake for 30 more minutes, until bubbly and golden on top.
The Grade: 98%
This was a delicious Mac and Cheese... it is everything I love about the dish: hearty, gooey, and flavorful (different cheeses stand out in different bites). It was obviously cheesier and less crunchy than the mistaken Mac and Cheese from before, but it also was greasier. With less pasta to soak up the sauce, there was a bit of a greasy residue in the dish (particularly the next day after reheating).
At the school where I teach, we define mastery of a topic as the understanding and use of skills with 80% accuracy. In other words, 80% is the minimum grade required to pass a test, class, etc.
Although I lost 2% for the oily nature of this dish, I still totally mastered it with a 98%!


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Download Epub Format ¶ Torchwood: The Twilight Streets PDF by á Gary Russell lightweight but fun Loved the Janto flirting, the general plot was interesting and I liked Bilis Manger as the foe to the Torchwood team and wish we d seen of him in the tv show view spoiler The possible future Bilis showed the team was so interesting I wanted much of it too hide spoiler There S A Part Of The City That No One Much Goes To, A Collection Of Rundown Old Houses And Gloomy Streets No One Stays There Long, And No One Can Explain Why Something S Not Quite Right ThereNow The Council Is Renovating The District, And A New Company Is Overseeing The Work There Will Be Street Parties And Events To Show Off The Newly Gentrified Neighbourhood Clowns And Face Painters For The Kids, Magicians For The Adults The Street Entertainers Of Cardiff, Out In ForceNone Of This Is Torchwood S Problem Until Toshiko Recognises The Sponsor Of The Street Parties Bilis MangerNow There Is Something For Torchwood To Investigate But Captain Jack Harkness Has Never Been Able To Get Into The Area It Makes Him Physically Ill To Go Near It Without Jack S Help, Torchwood Must Face The Darker Side Of Urban Cardiff Alone Not impressed I ve enjoyed the Doctor Who novels than this, my first Torchwood novel The quality of the writing leaves a lot to be desired not very sophisticated Much like a Doctor Who novel with a lot of references to sex added.
This is the sixth of the novels based on Torchwood, a dark spin off from Doctor Who Personally, I m a big fan of the show, which is why I was interested in the novels in the first place I ve found them to be uneven, but this is one of the better ones.
Among the elements at play here are serveral characters from both the Dr Who and Torchwood series returning, a section of town that Torchwood leader Jack Harkness can t enter and the mystery behind it, and a very dark future version of what could have happend to the Torchwood crew.
I thought this was well done It s largely about Jack, my favorite of the characters There were also good scenes with the others, including a nice part where Ianto gets a bit of steel in his spine and tells of Gwen I liked the characterizations and the ties to the This is the Torchwood I fell in love with Banter, aliens, flirtations, Jack and Ianto embracing the attraction between them Toss in Bilis Manger and you have all the ingredients for a darn fine novel, especially for fans of the show A fast paced romp with the gang from the Hub that flowed well and kept me turning pages at a breakneck speed Well done, Mr Russell A friend gave me this and I read it in one day I must say I was surprised how good it was not brilliant TV tie ins rarely are , but it reads like an episode, and all characters get their moments epecially Ianto, which makes me happy Plus there s lots of continuity, making it really feel like part of the Torchwood universe.
I agree with what many others have said great book I read it in one sitting which I hadn t planned on but I couldn t put it down I especially like how this book embraces the relationship between Jack and Ianto.
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Horseback riding for individuals who are disabled includes hippotherapy, therapeutic riding, and recreational riding. Hippotherapy is a treatment strategy used by physical therapists, occupational therapists, and speech therapists. In an effort to address impairments and improve functional outcomes, the therapist uses the horse as a modality in which the patient responds to the therapeutic effects of the horse.1
The hippotherapy research literature primarily discusses the physical and psychological benefits derived from hippotherapy. The physical effects of hippotherapy include improvements in balance, strength, coordination, spasticity, joint range of motion, weight bearing, posture, gait, and sensory processing.1–7 The psychological effects positively influence self-confidence, self-concept, self-esteem, motivation, attention span, spatial awareness, concentration, interest in learning, and verbal skills.1–12
The movements of the horse combined with the warmth of the horse’s body provide deep proprioception and other sensory input and facilitate tone reduction.1,2 The horse’s center of gravity is displaced during walking in a 3-dimensional pattern, which is similar to the action of the human pelvis during gait.6,13 The movement of the horse elicits righting and balance reactions.1,3,4,8,13 Facilitation of these balance reactions contributes to the necessary foundation for normal movements and functional skills.11
Research studies to date have focused on qualitative data, physiological benefits, studies of adults, and studies of children with cerebral palsy. The hippotherapy studies with children have had small sample sizes (<19) with most having less than 11. The research has explored the above-mentioned benefits using various research methods. Biery3 noted significant improvement in quadruped balance, improved trunk stability, and postural adjustments. Posture improved significantly in 11 children as reported by Bertoti.2 Haskin et al13 presented 2 case studies in which increased walking distance with simultaneous decrease in the use of ambulatory aids was noted. McGibbon14 noted statistically significant improvement in the Energy Expenditure Index during gait and in Gross Motor Function Scores in 5 children with a diagnosis of cerebral palsy. Toffola9 and MacKinnon et al10conducted the only studies to date to use a control group, but found no statistically significant results; however, it should be noted that the sample sizes in their studies were small.
Recommendations for future research have been noted in the literature. Calveley9 refers to the need to look at the effect on changes in the everyday lives of children. Bertoti2 challenges us “to examine the effects of therapeutic riding on different disabilities.” MacKinnon et al15 suggest “more rigorous research should focus on the development of measurement tools to assess relatively small changes in physical, functional and psychosocial well-being in the target population.” Haehl et al examined the effects of hippotherapy on functional performance in children using the Pediatric Evaluation Disability Index as an assessment tool. In their case study of 2 children with a diagnosis of cerebral palsy, some improvement of function was noted in 1 child, but the authors suggest “controlled cases are needed before statements can be made suggesting the influence of hippotherapy on function.”8
The review of the literature suggests the need to examine the effects of hippotherapy on children with disabilities other than cerebral palsy using measurement tools that assess functional changes. The purpose of this study was to measure functional changes using the Goal Attainment Scale (GAS) in individual children with a variety of diagnoses after a 6-month intervention period of hippotherapy. It was hypothesized that children would show significant improvement toward functional goals as measured before and after a hippotherapy program as compared with before and after an equal period of no riding. It was also hypothesized that parents would report improvements at home.
The University’s Institutional Review Board approved the study. The children participated in a well-established hippotherapy program for children with disabilities. Inclusion criteria for subjects included (1) children between the ages of age of 2 and 10 years; (2) no hippotherapy within the last year; and (3) a documented physical impairment or motor delay (Table 1). The parents/guardians of the participating children signed a consent form as approved by the Institutional Review Board and the child’s physician signed a medical referral. Identification numbers maintained confidentiality of the children’s identities. No attempt was made to limit participation in other activities. The researcher recorded any changes in a child’s activity as reported by classroom staff and parents. All children attended the same school and were enrolled in a special education classroom. All children received occupational therapy, physical therapy, and speech therapy as stipulated by Individualized Educational Plans within their school setting.
Four children participated in a 60-minute hippotherapy intervention 1 time a week for 6 months at a hippotherapy program. The design of the intervention was reflective of a typical intervention provided through the hippotherapy program. The hippotherapy intervention was individualized according to the child’s needs and administered by 2 physical therapists with support from a riding instructor employed by the hippotherapy program. Support personnel included a person leading the horse and 2 side walkers. During the 60-minute hippotherapy sessions, the children participated in activities including active exercises, maneuvering through cones, riding up and down hills, and trotting, while simultaneously receiving the therapeutic benefits from the horse. The children participated in active exercises while riding on the horse, such as moving in and out of supine, backward and forward, sitting, and kneeling. The physical therapist employed by the hippotherapy program determined the type of saddles, saddle pads, and reins based on the child’s needs, and documented changes in established hippotherapy goals at the completion of the 6-month hippotherapy intervention.
Procedures and Design
An A-B single-subject experimental design was chosen to capture the unique development of each child, and providing an opportunity to draw conclusions about the effects of treatment based on the responses of a single patient under controlled conditions.16 The study was designed with 2 phases, a baseline and an intervention phase, with repeated data collection throughout both phases. The baseline and intervention phases provide a standard of comparison for evaluation of the potential cause-and-effect relationship between the intervention and targeted behavior. This study used 6 months for the baseline phase and 6 months for the intervention phase. The GAS was used to identify measurable behaviors for each child. Parents were given a questionnaire at the completion of the 6-month hippotherapy intervention (Appendix, available online at www.pedpt.com). The GAS was used to design measurable, quantifiable, and functional goals for the children in this single-subject design.17 “The GAS provides a numeric index which reflects the clients’ potential performance over time.”18 Goal attainment scaling has been found to be a valid measure of motor change in infants with motor delays19 and responsive to clinical change.17,18
Goal attainment scaling can be broken down into 6 steps: (1) identification of an overall objective; (2) identification of specific problem areas to be addressed; (3) specific identification of what behaviors or events will indicate improvement in each of the areas selected in step 2; (4) determination of the methodology to be used to collect the desired information; (5) selection of the expected level of performance; and (6) identification of the most favorable outcome, the least favorable outcome, and intermediate levels of the client’s performance.17 In addition to observable and recordable behaviors, the goal should be time limited. For the purpose of this study, a 6-month time limit for intervention (therapeutic horseback riding) was used for all subjects. Behavioral objectives were developed for each of the children. The researcher and classroom staff chose behavioral objectives that would reflect functional outcomes. Functional outcomes and skills are the essential activities required in the child’s natural environments of home and school.20 A 5-point performance scale was used for each goal/behavioral objective for scoring. The 5-point scale was used to score change in behavioral objectives with 0 as the baseline with a range from −2 to +2 to note change in a negative and positive directions, respectively. Behavioral objectives for each child are shown in Tables 2 to 5. Ottenbacher and Cusick20 suggest that when using GAS in a research context the person who sets the goals should not be the person who provides treatment. In this study, the researcher and classroom staff established the behavioral objectives in the GAS, whereas the therapists at the hippotherapy program provided the intervention.
Data collection occurred from June 1999 to June 2000. To ensure confidentiality, each child was assigned a study participant number. The researcher collected measurable data, as developed by the GAS, at the children’s school during the baseline and intervention phase. Data were collected 10 times during the baseline phase-A (6 months) and 11 times during the treatment phases-B (6 months). Data were collected less frequently during the baseline data phase due to the summer school program schedule. Changes in the daily activities and medical status of the children were reported to the research therapists throughout the baseline and intervention phase.
The GAS T scores were calculated for the baseline (A) and intervention (B) phases using the formula developed by Kiresuk and Sherman.21
W 1 represents the weighting for a particular goal and X 1 represents the average outcome score for each behavioral objective (a value of −2–+2). Each goal received equal weights in the present study as recommended by Kiresuk.21 The r value in the formula reflects the estimated average intercorrelation for the outcome scores of multiple goals, where r is assumed to have a correlation value of 0.30 between goals.17 A mean T score was calculated for the baseline and intervention phase. Using the formula to compute the goal attainment provides a T value, which is a standardized score with a mean of 50 and a standard deviation of 10. “The T score is a better reflection of the client’s performance than the simple raw score because it combines the outcome scores for all the goals, thus providing an overall measure of the client’s improvement or lack thereof.”17
Visual analysis of a graphic display is the most commonly used method to determine if behavioral changes occurred between baseline and intervention phase for single-subject experimental designs. The data are compared by examining the level, trend, and slope on points plotted on a graph. In the presentation of data, “level” is the mean or average value of the target behavior within a phase. “Trend” refers to the direction of the change within a phase and is described as accelerating, decelerating, stable, or variable. Trends can be linear or curvilinear. Changes in linear trend cross baseline phases, and a curvilinear trend is seen within the intervention phase. The “slope” refers to the rate of change within a phase. A “celeration line” is the product of a procedure used to estimate both the trend and slope within a phase.16
The binomial test is a statistical analysis of probability. The binomial test provides a p score, which is the probability if the observed values occurred due to change. The binomial nonparametric test statistically analyzes the visual data within and between each phase that has been plotted and graphed. A celeration line was created using the split middle technique,18 which represents the expected outcome. The observed data were compared to the expected data, reflected by the celebration line with a resulting p score.
GAS T Scores
The T scores for the 4 subjects are shown in Table 6. The T score is a standardized score, which can be compared to a hypothetical normal distribution, with a standard deviation of 10. “A T score of greater that 50 reflects performance above the expected level and a score of less than 50 reflects performance below the expected level.”20 All four subjects scored a T score below 50 during the baseline phase. Subjects 1, 2, and 3 had T scores after intervention greater than their baseline scores and greater than 1 standard deviation indicating significant improvement. The T score of Subject 4 dropped below the baseline T score, indicating a decrease in his performance during the intervention phase.
The GAS biweekly scores were plotted on a graph. Analysis of the plotted graph data was done by using a celeration line and split middle technique as described by Portney.18
In Table 6, the level, accelerating trends, and slope at baseline and intervention phase and the nonparametric binomial test of the visual analysis are presented. The nonparametric binomial test using the visual analyses demonstrated that Subjects 1 and 3 had a significant increase in both of their behavioral objectives. Subject 2 has no significant change. Subject 4 had a significant decrease in the binomial test and a decrease in T scores (Table 7) on both of his behavioral objectives.
Hippotherapy Therapists’ Evaluations
Table 8 summarizes the evaluations from the physical therapists who provided the hippotherapy intervention. There was no communication between the researcher and the physical therapists providing the hippotherapy intervention. The hippotherapy therapists noted measurable improvements for all 4 subjects based on the goals for the 6-month period intervention phase.
At the completion of the 6-month intervention phase, parents were given a questionnaire to complete (Appendix, available online at www.pedpt.com). Three parents noted moderate improvement and 1 parent noted substantial improvement from the hippotherapy riding program in a variety of activities and functional tasks in the home environment (Table 9). The parent who noted substantial improvement in a variety of functional tasks in the home environment highlights a discrepancy between the parent’s observation and the T score and visual analysis for the same child (Table 7). Two of the 4 parents expressed interest in continuing the hippotherapy program when the research study was completed. The parents’ evaluations reflect improvements as noted by the GAS and the T scores.
This research study is the first to examine the functional effects of hippotherapy for children with variety of diagnoses using a single-subject experimental design and the GAS as a measurement tool. The GAS was an effective tool in this study, which allowed adjustment for each child’s individual development and for assessment of small changes that are typical for children who have a diagnosis of developmental delay.
This study is notable for the 6-month intervention period. A long-term intervention of 6 months is more likely to capture the slow rate of growth and development of children with cerebral palsy and developmental disabilities. Siebes et al22 noted that 60% of studies examining children and hippotherapy were short-term studies with durations of less than 6 months.
The researcher chose a limited number of measurable objectives using the GAS due to the constraints of the length of the study and the frequency of measuring the objectives. Choosing more objectives would enable a researcher to be able to have a more representative sampling of functional activities. Parents and school staff noted anecdotally that some of the children made improvements in areas that were not measured by the GAS (improved eye contact, ability to get in and out of a chair, the amount of support needed to ambulate). The behavioral objectives of the GAS were developed with minimal parental input because of scheduling conflicts. Parental input combined with an increase in the number of objectives is recommended to create objectives that might have greater capacity to detect functional changes in the lives of children.
The researcher documented general medical status and school and personal activities. Subject 4 had uncontrolled seizures with frequent upper respiratory infections throughout the duration of the study. No significant changes were noted in the standardized T scores or the nonparametric binomial test for this child. Subject 4 was nonambulatory with greater impairments than those demonstrated by the other 3 subjects. Subject 2 had uncontrolled seizures. Subject 2 was noted to have a significant change in his T score, but not a statistical change in the nonparametric binomial test. Palisano noted the level of motor delay that can affect the T score.19 In this study, medical status and motor delay appeared to affect improvements of children more than did the specific diagnoses.
Differences were noted between the GAS, the evaluations from the hippotherapy therapists, and the parents’ perceptions. Because the psychometric properties of the parent questionnaire have not been evaluated, it is possible that the identified differences are associated with a lack of validity. The lack of a goal development by a team including parents is a limitation. This highlights the need to work collaboratively as a team for optimal outcomes for children.
Subject 4 did not have a statistical change in the standardized T score or the nonparametric binomial test. Parental observation noted significant improvement. Literature has determined discrepancies between qualitative and quantitative assessments. Further work needs to explore the potential sources of discrepancies.
The A-B design was limited by a lack of an equal period of 6 months without treatment after the treatment stopped. An A-B-A design would eliminate the possibility that the progress that the children made was due to maturation rather than the intervention of the hippotherapy.
The single-case design is criticized for not having good external validity and minimal capacity for generalizing the results to a larger population. Although far reaching generalizations cannot be made from this study, we are able to examine the process of effective goal development for functional outcomes in children. The single-case design can be applied in clinical research to examine individual differences, which is an effective design when dealing with individual child development and maturation.
This study represents an initial attempt to use a single-case design for children with a variety of diagnoses and to examine the effects of hippotherapy on functional outcomes. In this preliminary pilot study, 3 of 4 children had improvements in functional outcomes as noted by their standardized T scores after 6 months of hippotherapy intervention. Two of the 4 children exhibited statistically significant improvements as shown by the nonparametric binomial test following 6 months of hippotherapy intervention. The findings from this study suggest that hippotherapy can be an effective intervention to improve functional outcomes for children. The author proposes that the GAS is a useful tool for goal development and in assessing functional changes in a single-subject experimental design. This study challenges physical therapists to examine appropriate goal development in physical therapy interventions. Physical therapists must also be able to quantify outcomes to determine the effectiveness of interventions. Future studies should explore the discrepancies between qualitative and quantitative results, and examine the effects after intervention is withdrawn.
The author acknowledges Merrimack Special Education Collaborative (MSEC) for transporting the children to the hippotherapy program, the staff at the MSEC classroom for supporting the project, the children and their families who participated in this study, and volunteers and staff at Ironstone Farm. Dr. Allen Crocker and Deedee O’Brien of the Challenge Unlimited Therapeutic Riding Research Committee provided valuable guidance.
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One way to find out which credit cards offer great deals on Black Friday is by researching online reviews from other customers who have used them in past years. By reading through customer feedback, you’ll get an idea of how much value each card offers when it comes time to shop around during big sale days like Black Friday or Cyber Monday. Additionally, many websites also provide comparison charts that show different features between various types of cards so that consumers can easily compare their options before deciding on one particular option.
Finally, if possible try reaching out directly to banks or financial institutions offering these products as they may be willing share additional information regarding special promotions available only through their services such as cash back bonuses or discounts exclusive for certain items purchased using specific cards issued by them alone – something not always made public until after purchase has been completed!
Finding great bargains and special promotions for Black Friday can be a daunting task. With so many retailers offering discounts, it’s important to know which ones offer the best deals on items you need or want. One way to maximize your savings is by using a credit card that offers rewards points or cash back when shopping during this time of year. This allows you to earn extra money while still taking advantage of all the sales available on Black Friday. Additionally, some cards may even have exclusive promotional codes specifically for use during Black Friday, allowing shoppers an additional discount off their purchases!
Another strategy for getting the most out of your money onBlackFridayis by researching ahead of time what stores are having sales and specials throughout the day – then making sure you get there early enough in order to take full advantage before supplies run out! Many times these deals will only last until certain amounts have been sold at each store location; therefore being prepared with knowledge beforehand could mean more savings overall if done correctly! Lastly, don’t forget about online shopping as well – since many websites also participate in various holiday-related events such as free shipping days where no minimum purchase amount is required – meaning customers can save even more without leaving home!
Black Friday mornings are the best times to shop. You can find the best doorbusters and deals starting at 5 a.m., although some shops open earlier.
Black Friday is the most popular day to shop. The average Black Friday spends $430. Black Friday is a popular day to shop. All the discounts that are available to consumers will make it easy for them to increase their spending.
Black Card comes with a $10,000 annual fee and an initiation fee of $5,000. It also offers numerous travel benefits. Platinum Card holders can earn points on every dollar they spend.
“Get ready to shop Black Friday sales the Sunday before Thanksgiving,” Kristin McGrath (editor at RetailMeNot), says. You will have the best chances of grabbing the lowest price on the most popular products before they go out of stock.
The Chase Sapphire Reserve is our favorite Black Card option. This card comes with a $550 annual cost and offers a lot of bonus points if you make the minimum purchase during the first three month.
What income do you need to earn to obtain an Amex black card? While there are no income requirements, you will need to spend a lot on Amex cards. The Centurion card may be for you if you have between $250,000 and $500,000 annually in spending on all of your Amex cards.
“On average, Americans saved 24% during Black Friday sales. The reason for this is because retailers are trying to smoothen out the annual spending event with events such as Amazon Prime Days, Amazon Early Access and Target Deal Days.
The Centurion Credit Card* from American Express is one of the most highly regarded credit cards in the world. There may be more expensive cards, but those are well kept secret.
These are the two largest shopping days of year. But which one is best: Cyber Monday or Black Friday? There are very few differences between Cyber Monday and Black Friday, and many retailers have the same deals. Cyber Monday, in general, is the best day for shopping tech deals, and small gifts online.
Black Friday offers an average discount of 35%. But make sure that you shop around for the best deals!
Use credit card offers. Many offer are valid for both online and in-store purchases (Black Friday). This can be a great way to use a card which doesn’t usually offer bonuses at specific stores while shopping non-travel Black Friday offers.
Overcrowding. Crowds are one of the greatest drawbacks to Black Friday shopping trips. According to Zippia, Black Friday saw an astonishing 155 million shoppers, who spent on average $430. Some areas are overwhelmed by crowds, which can prove fatal.
What is the minimum amount you need to spend in order to obtain a blackcard? Black cards require you to spend a lot of money. A card issuer will only invite their loyal customers to apply for a black card if they spend at least six figures per year.
According to Adobe, more than 42% of Black Friday revenues were generated by smartphones in 2021. This is an increase of 22% over the previous year. Smartphones can be used to do more than just purchase. People use them for checking local inventory, comparing prices, paying for purchases using digital wallets, and finding retail locations.
Finding the best credit card for Black Friday shopping can be a daunting task. With so many options available, it’s important to do your research and find one that meets all of your needs. We hope this blog post has helped you understand what type of credit cards are out there and how they could benefit you when making purchases on Black Friday. Before ordering web design or any other product online, make sure to look for trusted links and reviews on our website – we guarantee quality products with unbeatable prices!

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My Story Can Beat Up Your Story: Ten Ways to Toughen Up Your Screenplay from Opening Hook to Knockout Punch
by Jeffrey Schechter
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My Story Can Beat Up Your Story! is the same powerful, easytolearn system that industry insiders have used to generate millions of dollars in script sales and assignments.
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Many access control and identification technologies have evolved and improved in the recent past owing to a steep rise in demand and an innovative spirit which characterizes the industry. The AVI-FP-ID-510 fingerprint reader is an example and reflects the convergence of various technologies. It is sturdy and durable. It is Internet-ready and uses the TCP/IP protocol. Most importantly, it is affordable.


You can spend more money on a pair of men’s socks if you want to. A well-woven wool/synthetic blend is more expensive than cotton socks, but they are worth every penny. But if you aren’t in a strict dress situation, you’re probably okay with a cheaper pair. For example, wear the standard black pair if you have black dress shoes and trousers. But if you’re feeling adventurous, consider adding a splash of colour or referencing a colour elsewhere.
If you’re looking for stylish socks for men, consider these cotton ortc.com.au mens socks. These socks come in an assortment of trendy colours and designs, from solids to stripes, and they feature reinforced heels and toes. In addition, they come in value packs and make an excellent choice for manic mornings. You can also find cotton socks in classic white or light blue. Despite their basic design, these socks are comfortable and stylish.
Before you buy cotton ortc.com.au mens socks, consider your lifestyle. If you engage in intense activity or have sensitive skin, you may want to opt for polyester socks. However, cotton men’s socks are more comfortable because they are breathable, soft, and stretchy. They also feel nice on the feet, and you can use them on and off the golf course. But, cotton men’s socks are more durable and last longer than synthetic or polyester socks.
If you’re hunting for men’s socks, consider buying one made of merino wool. These socks are made from merino wool and are incredibly comfortable. Some types of merino wool men’s socks are even made to help with plantar fasciitis, so you won’t have to worry about this condition while wearing your new pair of socks. Read on to learn more about merino wool socks and the benefits of wearing them.
The benefits of merino men’s socks are numerous. These socks are soft and slip-proof and offer great comfort and performance. They also resist odour and keep your feet cool. You can wear them in summer or winter. No matter your activity, you’ll be warm and comfortable in your new pair of merino socks. If you’re on a budget, consider purchasing a pair of Minus33 socks with higher elastane content. This type of merino socks is the most affordable and comfortable option for men.
There’s no better look for a man’s feet than a pair of colourful socks. Made from soft cotton blend yarn, these socks are a versatile accessory. The subtle colour blocking adds a bit of style to your ankles. Pair them with a pair of stylish sneakers for a statement sock game. While at it, consider investing in a pair of colour-blocked socks for your everyday life.
If you wear socks to work, you might as well be comfortable. So if you’re going to the office, consider some of the market’s most stylish men’s socks. Compression socks aren’t only comfortable and prevent blood from pooling in your feet. Colour-blocked socks from Think Medical are an excellent choice for everyday wear. You can machine wash them in cool water, and they will remain comfortable and look great for weeks.
No-show socks for men are a great way to achieve a sock-less look while maximizing comfort and performance. They offer no-show cushioning for your feet and sweat-absorbing properties. They also feature a no-shift rubber heel grip. Here are some examples. You can wear these socks with any shoe without being conspicuous. You’ll be glad you decided to wear these socks.
The Etiquette Clothiers no-show socks rival those of Falke when it comes to comfort and fabric weight. They’re designed with a wavy silicone gripper to ensure no-show comfort. There’s a wide selection of neutral and striped colours, but they don’t offer black. The colours can be too feminine for your taste, so opt for a monochromatic option instead.
Whether you’re a runner or just a fitness buff, Asics has a pair of socks for you. The company’s men’s socks are designed for comfort and support. Their “x-L” line is made from 100 per cent natural materials. This line features a unique dual-zone construction with ventilation and moisture-control features to help you stay dry and comfortable. These socks also feature arch support and moisture-management technology to prevent odour buildup.


(AA) – Iraqi Vice President Usama al-Nujayfi has dismissed claims made about him in a WikiLeaks scandal that mentions him in official documents as receiving $575 million from top Saudi Arabian officials.
In a statement released from the office of al-Nujayfi Wednesday, the Iraqi vice-president termed the claims a “nonsensical joke” made by “products of a sick mindset”.
Iraqi Foreign Minister Ibrahim al-Jaafari said that the leaked documents that questioned the reputation of some Iraqi politicians had no legal standing. “We should not accept the correctness of any unproven document in a legal way,” al-Jaafari said.
About the alleged contacts of some Iraqi Sunni politicians with Saudi officials, the foreign minister said: “Anyone whose fault and robbery is proved legitimately should be fairly punished”.
“[However,] it is impossible to believe any of these published documents,” he added.
Approximately 60,000 documents – leaked by the WikiLeaks website – have been published online. The documents, dubbed online as “Saudi Leaks”, claim that Saudi Arabia is supporting several Iraqi Sunni politicians and providing them with funds. WikiLeaks, says that 500,000 more documents will be published in the coming days.


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Pennsylvania’s Republican Senate primary race is still too close to call with a recount underway as Dr. Mehmet Oz holds a narrow lead over David McCormick with about 900 votes. NBC News’ Dasha Burns breaks down how long the recount could take and whether the outcome is likely to change. » Subscribe to NBC News:… Continue reading Recount Underway In Pennsylvania GOP Senate Primary After Race Too Close To Call
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Support for Pennsylvania GOP gubernatorial front-runner Doug Mastriano has surged ahead of the state’s primary after former President Donald Trump endorsed Mastriano in the race. NBC News’ Mark Murray reports. » Subscribe to NBC News: » Watch more NBC video: NBC News Digital is a collection of innovative and powerful news brands that deliver compelling,… Continue reading Doug Mastriano Support Rises After Trump Endorsement For Pennsylvania Governor
After winning the Republican nomination for Pennsylvania governor, Doug Mastriano will now face the state’s attorney general Josh Shapiro. NBC News’ Vaughn Hillyard reports on whether Mastriano’s views on the 2020 election and his support for former President Donald Trump will sway mainstream voters. » Subscribe to NBC News: » Watch more NBC video: NBC… Continue reading Can Doug Mastriano Appeal To Mainstream Pennsylvania voters In Governor's Race?


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The Whey U Made Me Love U - Poem by tylene clark
I love the way u touched me when I fall a sleep on u, I love the whey you gently kissed my lips and I will always love the way u looked me in the eyes for no resin and there to other resin’s why I love u the first resin is the whey I seed I LOVE YOU and the second resin is the whey u some how made me say it back.
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Mr McGowan on Tuesday said WA emerged from its snap lockdown with a $70 million hit to the state economy but no new locally acquired cases.
He said the state had recorded four new infections from returned travellers in hotel quarantine, while raising concerns about the integrity of pre-flight testing conducted in India.
"There needs to be a suspension," Mr McGowan told reporters.
"We obviously have a problem with India ... some of the tests being conducted either aren't accurate or aren't believable, and clearly that's causing some issues here."
"People have gone over there ... for weddings, funerals or to play sport, and I don't think that was necessary.
"It's a big risk to our hotel quarantine system and you can see the consequences."
Interim restrictions remain in place in WA until 12.01am on Saturday, including the mandatory wearing of face masks and limits on gatherings.
Two locally acquired infections were found from more than 29,000 tests after the virus leaked out of Perth's Mercure quarantine hotel. WA's health department was aware of ventilation issues at the Mercure but had believed the risk could be mitigated.
The outbreak has renewed hotel quarantine concerns and prompted calls for the federal government to invest in purpose-built facilities.
Mr McGowan also reiterated his desire for the Commonwealth to open air bases and Christmas Island to accommodate returned travellers.
He earlier accused the federal government of wanting the states to "do all the work" in managing returned travellers.
"If they are not prepared to do it, we will just have to drop the number of returning people into Australia," he said on Monday.
"And that will be sad for many families but we can't go through these sorts of events."
The premier apologised for the lockdown but said he would not hesitate to implement such a response again.
WA's cap on international arrivals will be halved to 512 a week for the next month with Mr McGowan not ruling out extending the reduction.
Federal leaders insist facilities such as air bases are not suitable for quarantine. The prime minister's office released figures showing 140,355 people had entered hotel quarantine in the past six months. Thirteen breakouts were recorded across the nation, fewer than 0.01 per cent of quarantine travellers.
The guest at the Mercure whose infection led to the outbreak had secured an exemption to travel to India last December to get married. He and his bride tested positive in hotel quarantine upon returning to Australia earlier this month.
Genomic testing has confirmed the virus spread from the couple to several other guests in nearby rooms, including a Melbourne man who did not test positive until after he had completed quarantine and spent five days in the community. He went on to infect two other people.


On January 30th, join us from 11am to 2pm to celebrate the new kids interpretive trail at Horton Grove Nature Preserve. There will be activities for kids, biology experts, and more thanks to the Center for Human-Earth Restoration, the New Hope Audubon Society, and the Schoolhouse of Wonder.
During this event, TLC will be unveiling the new kids trail with interpretive signs with information about local flora, including persimmon and poison ivy, and fauna, including bees, bats, and owls.
Bees are very important species because of their ability to pollinate fruit and vegetable plants. Do you know how bees find the pollen and nectar that they need for survival? In 2013, Scientists at the University of Bristol found that bees use their sense of sight, smell, and detect electric fields to find the most suitable flowers to visit. The researchers knew that flowers have a slight negative charge and bees have a slight positive charge, so the bees are naturally attracted to flowers like a magnet.
What they wanted to answer was whether bees could sense the electric field that surrounds flowers. By designing a lab experiment using artificial flowers, some with a charge some without, they discovered that the bees could discern a flower’s electric field. They also found that when a bee lands on a flower, the electric field was changed for about 100 seconds due to the bee’s positive charge. This means that other bees nearby can observe whether a certain flower has recently been pollinated or not.
For bees in a colony, the scouting bee communicates where food is located through dance. Depending on her movements, she is able to communicate if food is nearby, through a looped or round dance, or whether it is located further away through a waggle dance. The speed of the scouting bee’s looped dance indicates how much food is located at the source that she found. The colony of bees transports the pollen and nectar back to the hive and each bee can carry up to half of her weight! Once in the hive, the nectar is transformed into honey to preserve their food source.
We hope to see you on the 30th to learn more about bees and the many other creatures you can find at Horton Grove Nature Preserve. The event is free for everybody, but please sign up. Dogs on leashes are welcome too!


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"Can't sing but I've got soul." ~u2
I've been spending more time doing nothing over the past few days and am loving it. I never get bored. I'd love to just do nothing all the time. I've been hanging out with Kim and Matt a lot; the past two nights we've spent hours playing games. I love games (and I'm usually pretty good at them). Over the past two nights I've won Apples to Apples, Would You Rather?, Gin Rummy...Joseph won Urban Myth. Would You Rather? was an awesome Christmas present from my friend Sam, who knows how much I love games. Kim got a karaoke machine for Christmas, so we've been doing that a lot as well. I'm awful at it, but it's so much fun. So far I've performed earachingly bad renditions of I Want You to Want Me, Sweet Home Alabama, Eternal Flame, I Don't Know How to Love Him, Elevation, I'll Be Watching You, I Don't Want to Miss a Thing, and some others that I've already erased from my mind.
I've been reading a lot, too. I read A Hat Full of Sky, which is an amazing sequel to The Wee Free Men (on which I wrote my English seminar paper this semester). I highly recommend Terry Pratchett's Discworld books to everyone. Now I'm reading Dave Eggers' memoir A Heartbreaking Work of Staggering Genius. It's very good so far.
I'm off to see Dreamgirls now. I'll report back on it later.

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