Instructor Sentenced In Student Sex Case

GEORGETOWN, Del. - August 25, 2009 -- A former Seaford High School ROTC instructor accused of having sex with a student has been sentenced to two years in prison.

Forty-nine-year-old Timothy McDorman of Lincoln pleaded guilty to one count of fourth-degree rape and six counts of possession of child pornography. He was sentenced on Tuesday.

Police said a 16-year-old girl's mother found a text message from McDorman to her daughter's cell phone that indicated that the two were having sex.

Police said the girl had been sending McDorman naked pictures of herself since October when the two began a relationship.

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Chris Brown Sentenced For Beating Rihanna

Singer Must Serve 5 Years of Probation, Perform 6 Months of Community Labor for Assaulting Pop Star

A judge on Tuesday sentenced Chris Brown to five years' probation and six months' community labor for the beating of Rihanna and issued a stern admonition to the R&B singer.

Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Patricia Schnegg told Brown that he could be sent to state prison if he violated any terms of his sentence, including an order to stay away from Rihanna for the next five years.

Brown will serve his sentence in his home state — Virginia — and his community labor will be overseen by the chief of police in Richmond.

The judge said she wanted to ensure that Brown, 20, performs physical labor instead of community service, such as mentoring young people.

Rihanna did not attend Tuesday's sentencing.

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Louise Smith Discriminates

If you didn't watch PAC 14 last night, watch this video!

Once again, we're treated to the tantrums of Louise Smith. Louise you need to take the advise of Judge Daniel Mumford, if you can't stand the heat, get out of the kitchen. I'd prefer you repay the citizens you have been blatantly lying to since you began your campaign and RESIGN.

Question. Did Louise Smith break protocol by adjourning the meeting, without a motion to do so? AGAIN!

Multiple Vehicle Thefts Is Salisbury Reported

Multiple vehicles were vandalized last evening on South Kaywood Drive off Mt. Hermon Road in Salisbury last evening.

Three separate residences with a total of 7 vehicles had cash, tools and other items stolen from their vehicles, as reported by the Maryland State Police, Salisbury Barracks.

ALL vehicles were left unlocked. The thieves were particular however. Wallets were left in the vehicles but only the cash was taken from the wallets and credit cards, driver's licenses and other personal items were left behind.

If you return home today and find that you too have been a victim of an auto theft of the same kind, contact Corporal Lawson at the Maryland State Police Department at 410-749-3101 or Crime Solvers at, 410-548-1776.

Corporal Lawson stated that ALL of these vehicles were left unlocked and urged that everyone please be more careful by making sure your vehicles are locked and secure.

Circumcision No AIDS Protection For Gay Men

Report expected to influence government's recommendation on procedure

ATLANTA - Circumcision, which has helped prevent AIDS among heterosexual men in Africa, doesn't help protect gay men from the virus, according to the largest U.S. study to look at the question.

The research, presented at a conference Tuesday, is expected to influence the government's first guidance on circumcision.

Circumcision "is not considered beneficial" in stopping the spread of HIV through gay sex, said Dr. Peter Kilmarx, of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

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S.C. Retiree Is $260 Million Powerball Winner

Former state employee says he doesn't think the money will change him

COLUMBIA, S.C. - A retired South Carolina state employee who spent two bucks on the lottery last week is the winner of a $260 million Powerball jackpot.

Solomon Jackson Jr., of Columbia, refused Tuesday to say much about himself or his plans, including whether he will take his winnings annually over three decades or in a $129 million lump sum.

Jackson did reveal he was an assistant supervisor for the state Revenue Department who retired in 2000. He said he is married but would not say how many children he has.

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Health Care Claim Costs May Rise 10.5 Percent

Aging population and rising costs are among reasons for the sharp increase

INDIANAPOLIS - Costs for employer-provided health plans are expected to rise more than 10 percent within the next 12 months, a jump workers may feel in their paychecks or through changes to their insurance coverage.

An aging population, rising costs and growing patient demand for services are among the reasons for the higher costs cited in an Aon Consulting report released Tuesday.

Aon Consulting, a subsidiary of Chicago-based Aon Corp., surveyed about 60 health insurers around the country earlier this year. The study found that, on average, insurers expect to pay out 10.5 percent more in claims costs in the next year — slightly less than the 10.6 percent increase forecast last year.

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WICOMICO COUNTY EXECUTIVE ANNOUNCES THOUSANDS SAVED IN INSURANCE REFUNDS

Wicomico County Executive Richard M. Pollitt, Jr. announced today that he is in receipt of a refund check from IWIF (Injured Workers Insurance Fund) for $53,937. Mr. Pollitt said that the funds have been deposited into the county’s general fund and that “considering the current budget restrictions and those about to come, this refund is good news for the taxpayer.”

Mr. Pollitt credited county department heads and workers for adhering to safety guidelines throughout the year. “Safety is its own reward,” commented Pollitt, “but it’s made even better when an added result is saving taxpayer dollars.”

Pollitt pointed out that the county Human Resources Department has been the source of other savings. Due to administrative changes in the health insurance plan for Contract Year 2010 some $240,000 in projected premiums will be avoided. These changes could also result in a refund at the end of the insurance contract year on October 31st. Last year, the county realized a $296,538 refund in this area.

In Living Color - Booked On Phonics

One of the funniest skits ever!

White House, Congress Projects Record Deficits

WASHINGTON — The federal government faces exploding deficits and mounting debt over the next decade, White House and congressional budget officials projected Tuesday in competing but similar economic forecasts.

Both the White House Office of Management and Budget and the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office predicted the budget deficit this year would swell to nearly $1.6 trillion, a record, and far above the then-record 2008 budget deficit of $455 billion.

But while figures released by the White House foresee a cumulative $9 trillion deficit from 2010-2019, $2 trillion more than the administration estimated in May, congressional budget analysts put the 10-year figure at a lower $7.14 trillion.

One reason for the difference: The CBO projection is based on an assumption that all the tax cuts put into place in the administration of former President George W. Bush will expire on schedule by 2011 as dictated by current law. President Barack Obama's budget baseline, however, hews to his proposal to keep the tax cuts in place for families earning less than $250,000 a year.

Beyond the 10-year forecast, the nation will face further challenges posed by rising health care costs and the aging of the population, the CBO said. "The budget remains on an unsustainable path" over the long-term and will require some combination of lower spending and higher tax revenues, it said.

Both forecasts see unemployment rising to 10 percent before falling and both suggest growth will return to the economy later this year but that recovery will be slow after the longest and deepest recession since the 1930s

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Man Arrested For Lewdness And Indecent Exposure

Man Arrested for Lewdness and Indecent Exposure after Harassing Female Employees at a Brandywine Hundred Coffee Shop

Location: Brew Ha Ha, Branmar Plaza, 1812 Marsh Road, Brandywine Hundred, New Castle County, DE

Date of Occurrence: August 12th – 21st, 2009

Suspect(s): Teofilo Burrell, 30, Wilmington, DE

Delaware State Police have arrested a Wilmington man after repeatedly harassed and committed lewd acts over a 10 day period.

Troopers arrested Burrell on Saturday, August 22nd after he turned himself into to state police at Troop 1, Penny Hill.

Between the 12th and the 21st of August would enter the Brew Ha Ha coffee shop located in the Branmar Plaza wearing spandex bicycle shorts. He would then engage two female workers in conversation about how “he looked in the spandex outfit.” On one occasion Burrell allegedly exited the restroom after tearing a hole in the shorts exposing his male genitalia to the employees. All of the incidents occurred between 6 and 6:30 in the morning.

A trooper investigating the incident was able to locate evidence at the scene that implicated Burrell.

Burrell was charged with 2 counts of harassment, 2 counts of lewdness and 1 count of indecent exposure. He was released after posting $5,000 cash bail.

Burrell has also been arrested for similar crimes by the Wilmington Police in April of 2009. Those charges are pending in the Court of Common Pleas in and for New Castle County and scheduled for September of this year.

Important Information For Property Owners In Salisbury

The information below is important to property owners in Salisbury as the rules have changed. No longer will the City of Salisbury take care of weeds outside of your businesses, including the curbs on the streets. Be sure to read this document to become informed before you're hit with a violation. To be perfectly honest with everyone, I received a violation at 300 W. Main Street for grass growing in the curb area and I had absolutely no clue it was my responsibility. I had even shown pictures in the past of the City going around spraying for such weeds but all that has changed and I too was unaware of such changes.

Chapter 8.08

BRUSH, WEEDS AND OBNOXIOUS GROWTH*

Sections:

8.08.010 Cutting or removal of grass, weeds, brush and plant growth required.

8.08.020 Maintenance of curbs, gutters and sidewalks clear of growth.

8.08.030 Warning letter of violation.

8.08.040 Action upon noncompliance with notice to remove growth.

8.08.050 Abatement by city.

8.08.060 Costs of removal to constitute lien on property—Interest—Collection.

8.08.070 Appeal.

* Prior history: Prior code §§ 50-1—50-6 as amended by Ords. 1571, 1650 and 1971.

8.08.010 Cutting or removal of grass, weeds, brush and plant growth required.

Every owner of any area, lot or parcel of land shall cut, trim or otherwise remove or cause to be cut, trimmed or otherwise removed all grass, weeds, brush or plant growth thereon in excess of eight inches. "Weeds" shall be defined as all grasses, annual plants and vegetation other than trees or shrubs; provided, how-ever, that this term shall not include cultivated flowers and gardens. It shall be the duty of any person owning any plat of ground in the city to prevent the growth of weeds thereon as shall constitute a health hazard, fire haz-ard, safety or traffic hazard or public nuisance. (Ord. 1980 (part), 2006)

8.08.020 Maintenance of curbs, gutters and sidewalks clear of growth.

Property owners of any lot or land located in the city shall maintain their respective curbs, gutters and side-walks bordering their parcels of land in such condition as to be clear of all growth of grass, weeds, brush or plant growth within the curb, gutter and sidewalk. (Ord. 1980 (part), 2006)

8.08.030 Warning letter of violation.

A. When a violation of Section 8.08.010 or 8.08.020 of this chapter occurs, a warning letter of violation shall be sent to the owner or occupant of the property. This warning letter of violation shall:

1. Be in writing;

2. State the nature of the violation and that such condition constitutes a violation;

3. Describe the premises where the violation is alleged to exist;

4. For a first violation in any calendar year:

a. State that the condition must be removed from the property within ten days of the date of the notice,

b. State that the department of neighborhood services and code compliance shall conduct a re-inspection of the property after ten days have passed since the date of the notice.

5. For a second violation in any calendar year:

a. State that the condition must be removed from the property within seven days of the date of the no-tice,

b. State that the department of neighborhood services and code compliance shall conduct a reinspection of the property after seven days have passed since the date of the notice.

6. State that, if during the inspection of the premises, the violation complained of in the warning letter is found, it shall be abated by the city as soon as practicable, and the costs of such abatement shall be specially as

sessed and shall be deemed a personal debt against the owner and constitute a lien against the property from which abated;

7. State that upon violation of Section 8.08.010 or 8.08.020 of this chapter, the owner shall be guilty of a municipal infraction, and upon conviction shall be fined twenty-five dollars ($25.00) for a first offense and fifty dollars ($50.00) for each day the condition remains unabated up to a maximum of five hundred dollars ($500.00);

8. Be served by one of the following methods:

a. By depositing the notice or order in the United States Post Office, first class postage prepaid, ad-dressed to the owner at his last known address as recorded in the real estate assessment records of the city of Salisbury and by posting a copy of the notice or order in a conspicuous place on the property subject to the order,

b. By hand-delivering the notice to the person to be notified, or

c. By leaving the notice at the usual residence or place of business of the person to be notified with a person of suitable age and discretion then resident or employed therein.

9. State that only two warning letters will be issued to the same property owner in any calendar year and that if further violations of this chapter occur, the condition causing a violation may be abated without no-tice. (Ord. 1980 (part), 2006)

8.08.040 Action upon noncompliance with notice to remove growth.

Upon failure, neglect or refusal of any property owner duly notified to cut, destroy and remove such exces-sive growth of grass, weeds, brush or plant growth from his property or any growth on his respective curb, gutter or sidewalk within the time specified in the notice provided for in Section 8.08.030 of this chapter, the owner shall be in violation of this chapter and shall be guilty of a municipal infraction and, upon conviction in any court of competent jurisdiction, shall be fined twenty-five dollars ($25.00) for the initial offense and fifty dollars ($50.00) for each day that the offense remains unabated up to a maximum of five hundred dollars ($500.00). Every such person may be guilty of a separate offense for every day such violation shall continue. (Ord. 1980 (part), 2006)

8.08.050 Abatement by city.

A. In the event of failure, neglect or refusal of any owner duly notified pursuant to Section 8.08.030 of this chapter, to cut, destroy or remove such excessive growth of grass, weeds, brush or plant growth from his property or any growth on his respective curb, gutter or sidewalk within the applicable time period specified in the notice, the director of the department of neighborhood services and code compliance may cause the condition to be abated by appropriate means.

B. The director of the department of neighborhood services and code compliance shall send only two warning letters to the same property owner in any calendar year. If further violations of this chapter occur, the condition causing a violation may be abated without notice. (Ord. 1980 (part), 2006)

8.08.060 Costs of removal to constitute lien on property—Interest—Collection.

A. If the director of the department of neighborhood services and code compliance causes a condition to be abated under this chapter, the cost or expense of such abatement, plus one hundred dollars ($100.00) for the cost of administering the provisions of this chapter, shall be assessed, and the director of the department of neighborhood services and code compliance shall issue a notice to the property owner. The notice shall be in writing and shall state the following:

1. The amount of the fees due as of the date of the notice;

2. That if the owner fails to pay the fees due within thirty (30) days after billing, the director of the de-partment of neighborhood services and code compliance shall cause to be recorded in the department of internal services the amount of fees due and owing, and such amount will be carried on the records of the city of Salis-bury and shall be collectible in the same manner as real estate taxes are collected;

3. The owner’s right to appeal and method for appeal under Section 8.08.070 of this chapter.

B. If the full amount of any fees due to the city is not paid by the owner within thirty (30) days after billing and the property owner does not file a timely appeal, the director of the department of neighborhood ser-vices and code compliance shall cause to be recorded in the department of internal services the amount of fees due and owing, and such amount will be carried on the records of the city of Salisbury and shall be collectible in the same manner as real estate taxes are collected, including the accrual of interest. (Ord. 1992 (part), 2006: Ord. 1980 (part), 2006)

8.08.070 Appeal.

A. Any person wishing to appeal a determination of the director of the department of neighborhood ser-vices and code compliance regarding the provisions of this chapter shall file a written notice of appeal with the department of neighborhood services and code compliance within twenty-one (21) days after receipt of a notice sent pursuant to the provisions of this chapter. The notice of appeal shall contain a statement of grounds for the appeal. The notice of appeal shall be accompanied by a fee of one hundred dollars ($100.00).

B. The director of the department of neighborhood services and code compliance shall refer the appeal to the housing board of adjustments and appeals. The board shall meet monthly, or more frequently at the call of the chair, to hear appeals. The board shall notify the owner in writing of the time and place of the hearing.

C. When hearing appeals under this chapter, the board shall follow the procedures set forth in Chapter 15.24 of the Salisbury Municipal Code. (Ord. 1980 (part), 2006)

Salisbury Mayor & Council President Tough On Victims

Last night the Salisbury Mayor and City Council really showed their true colors. How quickly some forget where they came from. Mayor Ireton knows just how many of the people that supported him stand behind Ann Von Forthubet, yet he immediately went on the attack telling her the Council Chambers was not the place for such drama.

I beg to differ Mayor Ireton. Put yourself in Ann's shoes for just a moment. A little more than a year ago she experienced a home invasion to which she awoke from her sleep to a man yielding a knife standing over her and ultimately threatening and harming her.

The Salisbury Police Chief absolutely screwed up on the investigation and right now you have a very scared woman, (a taxpayer) who has had no comfort for more than a year now. Louise Smith, (as well as yourself Mayor) knew she held a Press Conference not that long ago referencing this matter and none of you attended. Nevertheless, put yourself in her shoes. She believes the person who broke into her home lives in her community and every single day lives in fear that it might happen again. There's been no closure.

I know that if I were Mayor or President of the City Council, I would do everything I could to comfort this woman and assure you the proper attention was being placed on this matter. Why on God's Green Earth would you force this woman to publicly give out her address, especially when in the past she was allowed to speak WITHOUT doing so because of the home invasion. Do you really want us to dig out the video from that meeting and prove she never gave either. I know for a FACT that I have personally, (on many occasions stated, "Joe Albero, Delmar, Delaware) and was never told I needed to give my full address. It is written on the sign in sheet and that should have been enough, especially in Ann's position and situation.

Mistakes do happen and in my honest opinion, Mayor Ireton has absolutely no real business experience. He carries himself perfectly when it comes to press conferences or media events but when it comes to real life crisis situations I believe he's very green. Will that change in time, absolutely. Mayor Ireton is not a stupid man, just inexperienced. Salisbury will deliver him a crash course on how to deal with lots of pressure and his buddies will come to his rescue as often as he screws up. However, it always amazes me how it only takes a select few friends who will say all the right things on his behalf and the next thing you know, everything is all better.

Well, no it's not. What Louise Smith and Mayor Ireton did last night was disgraceful. While a hand full of close friends may pat Ireton on the back, many more, (who supported him) will not accept this kind of behavior. Louise Smith knew what Ann was going to say last night and they pre planned shutting her down before she went public on PAC 14.

We are experiencing more of the same. Ask yourself this question. Would you EVER see this happen in a County Council Meeting? Absolutely Not! Mayor Ireton, take a good long look at the photos above. The excitement was unbelievable this day in which you were sworn in. Standing ovations, friends, family members and true supporters, excited about their new Mayor. If we were to take a poll today on your performance so far, my guess is the only people that would back you are family members and a hand full of close friends that are die hard democrats that would support anything and everything you do no matter what. Is that how you want to live out your term as Mayor.

There are a lot of unhappy people right now. Many people firmly believe the Chief of Police needs to be terminated, Ireton is too afraid of a lawsuit. Mind you Folks, the City is insured for such a lawsuit and has much deeper pockets than Chief Webster will ever have. Webster has threatened and proceeded to sue MANY people who disagree with him. Ireton needs to grow a pair and simply let the man go. Once again, if you were to do another poll and ask the citizens if they'd like to see the Chief be replaced I can assure you it would be an overwhelming yes. Get your tail out from between your legs Mayor and start doing what the people elected you to do. Re-evaluate ALL Department Heads, as promised. Poll the Council and see where each one of them stand referencing the termination of Chief Webster and make those results public. If they refuse to participate, take that pressure off your shoulders once and for all.

Run the City like a business and quit trying to make everyone your friend. Look at the Chief's position like a Head Coach of a Professional Football Team. In our case the opposing team, (the criminals) are winning day after day, game after game. How many more lives have to be taken. How many more home invasions have to happen before you people wake up. More importantly, just take a look at how Mayor Ireton and Louise Smith handled a victim last night. All over an address, come on now! At least show some compassion.

PUBLIC NOTICE: SPECIAL MEETING

In accordance with §SC2-4 of the Salisbury City Charter, a majority of the City Council have called for a Special Meeting to be held on Tuesday, September 8, 2009, at 4:00 p.m. to conduct a hearing on a claim for refund request.

The special meeting will be held in Conference Room 306 of the City/County Government Office Building (125 N. Division Street).

Humane Healthare

Obama and the liberal democrats are confident Health care will be more humane when it is nationalized and the government is in control.

In Canada, the government will not spend more than 10% of its GNP on health care. Is this more humane? Watch this video.

Remember, when an insurance company denies care, we have the strong arm of the government to come down hard on it. If we adopt a National Health Care System and the government denies care, there is no where to go for help. Dead End.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X_Rf42zNl9U

National Health Care In England. Is It Good For Us?

The Obama administration and the liberal democrats complain that republican operatives are spreading lies about what awaits Americans under a National Health Care System.

Check out a 2006 article in the BCC, England's main news organization:

http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/england/kent/4650488.stm

Do what you can to make sure Congress REFORMS our health insurance industry but does not REPLACE our entire health care system. The difference is critical.

FINALLY, A Way To Bring All Democrats/Republicans/Independents Together

The forever long debates between Republican, Democrats, Independents and what have you can very easily and very quickly be resolved. It doesn't matter if we're on a local level, national level or world wide level, I believe I have an answer to uniting ALL Americans and I truly believe each and every one of you will agree.

You see, right now many Americans are extremely upset about Health Care. Some are in support of it and many are against it. However, MOST Americans aren't educated enough about it.

Many Americans are getting Swine Flu Vaccines shoved down their throats, the MSM is actually SELLING Americans on it by throwing out 4 articles per day about it and trying to scare the crap out of ALL Americans that this is going to be the death of us.

So here's how we resolve ALL of our issues with important decisions of such at ANY level.

ALL Senators, Congressmen, Delegates, Mayors, Lobbyists, Vice President & President AND their immediate Family members MUST take part in a pre trial for at least 6 months in advance before ANY project is shoved down our throats as Americans.

They want ALL Americans to get shots, let them take the shots first and come back to us in 6 months and PROVE to us it works. They wants ALL Americans to be on Government Health Care, let ALL of them go on it first and give it a run for 6 months and then come back to us and tell us how well it's working for them.

If we simply demanded accountability and changed the policy on each and every program they shoved down our throats, I say let's go for it then. However, if they refuse to prove to the people that voted for them that they are NOT willing to get on board, well, need I say more!

You don't see Church Bulletins telling everyone NOT to shake hands at Church or receive communion. If there was such a big scare, why haven't they come forth in advance and tell everyone how to take better care of ourselves in advance.

I want my Congressman and his entire Family to take these shots first, place his Family at risk, (six months in advance) and then come back to me and ASK me to participate because it's good for our health.

I for one refuse to drink any Cool Aid, especially when the person serving it refuses to take a swig first. You want to rid of all of this crap fast, force our leaders to participate in every single program FIRST and come back to us after 6 months and tell us how wonderful it worked for you, IF they're still alive.

I'll bet you there would be a TON of Pork disappearing from all sorts of legislation and a lot more time, (at least 6 months) to read 1,800 page bills while recovering from nasty flu shots.

Let's change the scope of what a Politician means today. Let them prove to us that they're honest and united about making sure ALL of us are truly represented. Just imagine how hard some politicians might work at defeating a bill if it could harm their loved ones. Could you imagine what would have happened to Dick Cheney's heart condition is HE was on Government Health Care, just like every American is being subjected to. He'd be dead today and he knows it.

Accountability is the key Folks. People became politicians because they wanted to make a positive difference and make their children's world a better place to live, work and raise their own children in a better America. Today, politicians go in poor and come out some of the wealthiest people in America. Turn this idea into policy in America and watch the political discourse disappear immediately.

What do YOU think?

Wicomico County Personal Race And Ethnicity Identification Form

Joe,

Can someone please tell me what in the world this form is necessary for? I received this in my child’s enrollment package for school and don’t understand its purpose. I thought the good ole USA was suppose to be a melting pot of cultures but with stuff like this it is apparent that this isn’t so. No wonder we still have racism issues when the government keep us separated into groups by race. I could understand if it was for medical reasons but this application just seems to be ridiculous.

Congressman Mike Rogers' Opening Statement On Health Care Reform In Washington D.C.

Another Must See Video Folks.

Another Brooke Update

It is day +2 from Transplant and Brooke is doing well. Most of her issues at this point are related to the Mucositis (mouth pain, vomiting & diarrhea). I have noticed today that she is becoming weaker and is having difficulty standing up without assistance. I’ve requested a tub seat for her daily showers and I am hoping that she will be getting PT & OT 3X/week to work on her strength and endurance (last transplant she only had PT & OT 1X/week).

Saturday Brooke enjoyed a visit from Nana and they played for hours together while I got to do laundry & eat and Sunday Aunt Jenn drove here from Fairfax, VA to spend some time playing with Brooke and to give me a break (again I did laundry & ate)! If you are wondering why I am doing laundry every day it’s the only way that she can have her blankie and stuffed animal while in transplant (they have to be washed daily). There is NO way she could go without them for 1 month. Her other 2 stuffed animals have to remain in a Ziploc bag on her bed until we go home.

Well that’s about all to report at this time. I want to thank Becky & Mrs. Clarke for their visit tonight as well (and for bringing me dinner)!

As always thank you so much for your prayers and messages of encouragement.

God Bless,

Amy