Merry Christmas

UFC 79

Matt Hughes Vs. George St. Pierre

Matt Hughes - Casey, Sylvia, Mike, Rob

George St. Pierre - Jeff Green, Matt

Chuck Liddell Vs. Wanderlei Silva

Chuck Liddell - Casey, Sylvia, Mike, Rob

Wanderlei Silva - Jeff Green, Matt

Lyoto Machida Vs. Rameau Thierry Sokoudjou

Lyoto Machida - Casey, Sylvia, Mike

Rameau Thierry Sokoudjou - Jeff Green, Matt, Rob

Rich Clementi Vs. Melvin Guillard

Rich Clementi -

Melvin Guillard - Casey, Sylvia, Mike, Jeff Green, Matt, Rob

Eddie Sanchez Vs. Soa Palalei

Eddie Snachez - Casey, Sylvia, Mike, Jeff Green, Matt, Rob

Soa Palalei-

James Irvin Vs. Luis Cane

James Irvin - Casey, Sylvia, Mike, Jeff Green, Matt, Rob

Luis Cane-

Tony DeSouza Vs. Roan Carneiro

Tony DeSouza - Mike, Jeff Green

Roan Carneiro - Casey, Sylvia, Matt, Rob

Nate Mohr Vs. Manvel Gamburyan

Nate Mohr -

Manvel Gamburyan - Casey, Sylvia, Mike, Jeff Green, Matt, Rob

Dean Lister Vs. Jordan Radev

Dean Lister - Mike, Matt, Rob

Jordan Radev - Casey, Sylvia, Jeff Green

Doug Evans Vs. Mark Bocek
Doug Evans - Casey, Sylvia, Jeff Green

Mark Bocek - Mike, Matt, Rob

Santa Lily

Closure in Cold Case

WORCESTER— A 23-year-old cold case involving the murder of 79-year-old Lillian Johnson of Main South came full circle yesterday with the arrest of a New York man on a warrant charging him with the slaying he had been questioned about shortly after it occurred.

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Wedding \ Honeymoon

November 26th - Xandari

Novemeber 27th-29th - Florablanca

Nov 30th - Dec 2nd - TabaconSprings

December 3rd-7th - Playa Conchal

Wedding pictures - Wedding Photos

Deep-Fried Turkey

1 (10-pound) turkey
2 tablespoons House seasoning, recipe follows
2 tablespoons of your favorite dry rub
3 to 5 gallons peanut oil
Cooks Note: To measure the amount of oil needed to fry the turkey, place turkey in fryer, add water to top of turkey, remove the turkey and the water line will indicate how much oil will be needed to fry your turkey. Having too much oil can cause a fire. The pot should not be more than 3/4 full or the oil could overflow when the turkey is added.

Wash bird inside and out, and allow to drain. Rub turkey all over with House Seasoning. Coat turkey with dry rub. Allow the bird to sit until it reaches room temperature.
Heat peanut oil in a turkey fryer or a very, very large stockpot to 350 degrees F. Lower turkey into hot oil, very carefully, making sure it is fully submerged. Fry turkey for 3 minutes per pound plus 5 minutes per bird. Remove turkey from oil and drain on paper towels.
Serve with favorite Thanksgiving sides and salads.

House Seasoning:
1 cup salt
1/4 cup black pepper
1/4 cup garlic powder

2008 Red Sox Schedule

More tidbits from the schedule, courtesy of the Red Sox media relations department
The Sox and Yankees have three weekend series at Fenway Park, April 11-13; July 25-27; and the final three games of the regular season, Sept. 26-28. Boston travels to Yankee Stadium for a four-game weekend series, July 3-6, and a pair of mid-week series, April 16-17 and Aug. 26-28.


Boston’s first home stand, scheduled to run April 8-13, features three games each with the Tigers and Yankees. The Red Sox have a pair of nine-game home stands, June 3-12 with Tampa Bay, Seattle, and Baltimore, and July 25-Aug. 3 with the Yankees, Angels, and A’s.


Boston will have 18 games versus National League opponents, hosting Arizona, Milwaukee, and St. Louis for three games apiece while playing three-game series at Cincinnati, Houston, and Philadelphia. It will mark the Brewers’ first visit to Boston since moving to the National League in 1998.


The Red Sox have scheduled the majority of their home day games (including Sundays) at 1:35 p.m. for 2008. The exceptions will be the home opener on Tuesday, April 8, with Detroit (2:05 p.m.) and Patriots Day on Monday, April 21 with Texas (TBA). Times for all Saturday home games will be determined once the Fox national television schedule is announced.


The Red Sox do not play at Fenway on Mother's Day, Father's Day, Memorial Day, Flag Day, Independence Day, and even Bastille Day and Labor Day.

Roasted Bone-in Rib-Eye for Two

1 (48 to 52-ounce) bone-in rib-eye
2 tablespoons kosher salt
1 1/2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
Creamed Spinach, recipe follows
Potato Gratin, recipe follows

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
Set a 10-inch saute pan over medium-high heat. Season the steak with the salt and pepper. Add the oil to the pan, and, once hot, place the steak, fat side down, in the hot pan. Sear the steak until well caramelized and most of the fat has rendered, about 5 minutes. Turn the steak over and sear for 5 minutes on each of the other 3 remaining sides. Once seared on all sides, place the steak on a small baking sheet and roast in the oven until an instant read thermometer inserted into its center registers 135 degrees F, about 1 hour.

Remove the steak from the oven and allow to rest for 10 minutes before slicing in half, and slicing each half into strips that run across the grain. Serve with the Creamed Spinach and Potato Gratin.

Creamed Spinach:
1 teaspoon unsalted butter
2 1/2 pounds fresh baby spinach, rinsed
1/2 cup water, or as needed
2 cups heavy cream
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 cup milk
1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper
1/2 packed cup grated sharp or medium Cheddar

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Lightly grease a 4-cup baking dish or ramekin with the butter and set aside.
Place the spinach and enough water to cover the bottom of a large skillet or saute pan over medium heat, cover tightly, and cook, stirring occasionally, until completely wilted, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain in a colander and set aside.

Bring the cream to a low boil in a medium saucepan. Remove from the heat. Whisk the cornstarch and milk in a small bowl until smooth to make a slurry. Add the slurry to the hot cream and return to medium heat, whisking until the mixture thickens and starts to boil, about 1 minute. Add the Parmesan, salt, and pepper and whisk until smooth. Add the cooked spinach and, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon, return to a boil, about 1 minute. Remove from the heat.

Pour the spinach into the prepared baking dish, sprinkle the Cheddar evenly over the top, and bake until the cheese is melted, 5 to 6 minutes. Serve hot.

Yield: 6 to 8 servings


Potato Gratin:
1 quart heavy cream
6 egg yolks
Salt
White pepper
Butter, for dish
3 pounds Idaho potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced vertically
1 pound Gruyere, grated

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
In a mixing bowl, whisk the cream and yolks together. Whisk well. Season with salt and pepper. Butter a square baking dish. Lay a layer of the potatoes over the bottom of the pan. Season the layer with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with 1/8 of the cheese. Ladle 1 cup of the cream mixture over the cheese. Lay another layer of the potatoes over the cream mixture. Using your hands, firmly press the layers together. Repeat the above process with the remaining ingredients. Place a piece of parchment paper over the potatoes and cover with foil. Place in the oven and cook for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and continue to cook for 15 minutes, until golden brown and bubbly on the top. Remove from the oven and cool slightly before serving.

Yield: 6 to 8 servings

The Twins Have Arrived

Hello Everyone!

We would like to inform you all that we have welcomed into the world, Isabella Reese Cleary (4lbs 13oz) and Sophia Hope Cleary (2lbs 12oz) at 8:22am and 8:23am.
Mom and girls are doing well. Both babies were taken up to the Neo-Natal Intensive Care Unit to be examined and stabilized after delivery.

Both girls are in the same room. Sophia believe it or not is not on a respirator or breathing apparatus whatsoever. Isabella (the bigger of the two) has a small tube inserted into her throat to provide some oxygen. The Doctors have said that she will most likely come off the tube by the end of the night.

Other than that, the babies look good and are doing quite well.

I want to thank you for all of your thoughts and prayers! All the support that’s been provided is overwhelming and we want to thank each and every one of you!!

Election Day

Dear Friends,

In less than 24 hours, the people of Worcester will go to the polls to elect their next Mayor. This election will be very close and we need your assistance. One simple way to help is to forward this message to five friends and colleagues who live in Worcester. If they need more information about Rick, please send them to http://www.rickrushton.com/ . Also, it is not too late to volunteer for the campaign, and we need your help! To get involved, call the office at 508-754-5171, or simply come down to 316 Shrewsbury Street in Worcester! Thank you and please remember to vote tomorrow!

All the best!

Rick Rushton

Halloween Custume

ALCS

Over / Under Bet

UPDATE:
Number of saves: 0

Winner: CJL

The Bet: Craig Hansen's total number of saves - 10
Casey - 0-9 Saves = win
Matt - 11-60 Saves = Win
10 Saves = Push

Steak Dinner to the winner.

Johnny Damon Vs. Coco Crisp

UPDATE:

AVG : DAMON 270 Crisp 268

HR's: DAMON 12 Crisp 6

RBI's: DAMON 63 Crisp 60

SB's: CRISP 28 Damon 27

Outfield Assists: CRISP 7 Damon 3

CJL wins 3 out of 5

The New Bet
CJL takes Johnny Damon
MSL takes Coco Crisp

Avg.
HR's.
RBI
SB
Outfield Assists.

Must 3 out of 5.
Dinner at Ruth Chris Steak House

Also:
By December 31st 2007 MSL has to have property purchased in Boston.

www.rushton4mayor.com

http://www.rushton4mayor.com/

Sammie trying to crawl

Town may try to block demolition of 1930s mansion

Brookline -

Brookline officials are considering whether to block demolition of a $16 million Georgian Revival mansion on Cottage Street.
Red Sox owner John Henry, who bought the estate from Los Angeles Dodgers owner Frank McCourt last month, filed demolition certificate applications with the town on Tuesday. The applications include a 13,000-square-foot mansion as well as a smaller adjoining property on Sargent Road. Click here to finish the article

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6th Annual Cooper Open

Dear Friends,



Thanks again to all those who participated in the 2006 Cooper Open. Through your generosity over $26,000 was raised at last year’s event. We hope to see as many of you as possible on Saturday, October 6th at the Sixth Annual Cooper Open to be held at Pease Golf Course in Portsmouth, NH.



Since its inception, the Cooper Open has served a dual purpose, to show support for the Cooper family in their battle with Mitochondrial Disease and to raise money and more importantly awareness for an illness that receives little media attention.



As most of you know, all three Cooper girls are waging a battle with Mitochondrial Disease, a crippling foe characterized by a failure of a body’s cells to create the energy necessary to fuel the body and its respective organs. Notwithstanding the daily physical struggles these three girls face, the emotional and financial toll on the entire family as a result of the unpredictability of the disease is exhausting and draining. To have a day like this annually provides a huge boost to not only Ken, Deb and the girls, but also their extended family that works so hard to keep family life running smoothly.



The proceeds of the event benefit Marcel’s Way, a New Hampshire based non-profit group for those affected by Mitochondrial Disorders that offers support, information, and financial assistance to families like the Coopers that have been affected by this terrible disease (please see the attached letter for details).



For more information regarding the event or to make your presence felt through a donation if you are unable to attend please log onto http://www.cooperopen.com/ and feel free to forward this e-mail to anyone who may have interest.



Sincerely,

Jim Bagley, Jon Fox, Sean Gallivan & Clint Logan

Lily

Successful surgery!

Costa Rica

November 26th SAN JOSE - ARRIVAL

Arrival with US airways at 2:30pm. After clearing immigration continue down the escalator. There will be a contact person with a sign posting your name in the customs area, who will take you to meet the driver as you exit the San Jose International Airport. You will be met by driver as you exit the international airport. Enjoy the 20 minute drive up the mountains to the Xandari Resort, where you will spend one romantic evening unwinding from the travel in one of the country’s most romantic spots. Xandari is located on the northern mountains of the Central Valleys, offering spectacular views of the city. This is one of the country’s prime coffee plantation regions, known also for the strawberry and ornamental plant production. Overnight in a Prima Plus Villa (http://www.xandari.com/).

November 27th SAN JOSE – FLOR BLANCA

At 9:30am pick up time for the transfer to the local airport to take a 10:35am Sansa airlines flight to Tambor, upon landing, the staff from the hotel will pick you up and take you on a 1 hour drive to the Santa Teresa region in the tip of the Nicoya Peninsula. Arrive and check into a one bedroom villa at Flor Blanca.


November 28th – 29th FLOR BLANCA

While in the Nicoya Peninsula:

Surfing and Beach Hopping: Great beaches and superb surfing near the towns of Malpais and Montezuma. Isolated, white sand beaches provide opportunities for romantic strolls, sunbathing and relaxation.


Sport fishing: Boats with experienced crews and great service can be hired at most resorts. Whether you choose the half day in-shore or the full day off-shore expedition, you are guaranteed fun and excitement. Bring the catch of the day back to the hotel for the chef to prepare it for dinner.


Day tour to Tortuga Island. The island (no connection to sea turtles) is located near the Nicoya Peninsula. Day tours to this white-sand, turquoise blue ocean water island start with a drive to the Pacific port of Puntarenas, followed by sun-drenched voyage in a Catamaran. Once on the island, many activities are available, including beach volleyball, snorkeling and nature hikes. A lunch buffet is included.


Tours on horseback and ATVs: Explore this unspoiled area by visiting the tropical dry forest, virgin beaches, mangroves and waterfalls. There are many sites to be re-discovered all around the Southern Nicoya Peninsula, where you are guaranteed to avoid the crowds.


November 30th FLOR BLANCA – SAN JOSE – ARENAL VOLCANO

About 9 am , transfer to Tambor airstrip to take the 11;20am Sansa airlines flight back to San Jose, upon arrival, private transfer to Arenal volcano area., the driver will pick you up to take you on a 3 hour drive to the Northern Planes and the Arenal Volcano Region After the drive, arrive in the Arenal Region and check into a GARDEN/FOREST room at Tabacon Resort. Rest of the evening to enjoy the hot springs and Spa Treatments.


December 01st – 02nd ARENAL

Take full advantage of the many activities available in the region, visit the spa and relax at the award winning hot springs resort:

Visit the Fortuna River Waterfalls which are located about three miles from town. Here, magnificent waterfalls cascade into the rainforest. If you wish, you will have the opportunity to hike and swim in the river.

Go rafting on the Sarapiqui River. The river has Class III and IV rafting for adventure aficionados and Floating Safari Class II rafting for slower paced, nature lovers. Both are excellent tour choices featuring amazing scenery, interesting wildlife and thrilling adventure.

Try canyoning, one of the country's top adventure activities. Rappel down a waterfall inside the rainforest, truly, an unforgettable experience!

For nature and kayaking lovers, the Arenal Lake – Costa Rica’s largest – offers the opportunity to experience a memorable kayaking outing with possibility to spot interesting local wildlife in their natural habitat.

View the forest from Hanging Bridges Tour. It is an impressive hike in the rainforest over a series of suspension bridges. View various types of flora and fauna at differing heights—from the ground to well above the canopy—what a way to see the jungle!

Experience the thrill of zip lining through the canopy of the rainforest on the Sky Trek and Aerial Tram, one of Costa Rica’s top canopy tours. A great way to experience the rain forest and a real adrenaline rush!

December 03rd ARENAL- PARADISUS PLAYA CONCHAL

Have a leisurely breakfast. At 10am our representative will pick you up and start the 4 ½ hours drive to Tamarindo. This beautiful drive takes you around Lake Arenal into the town of Tilaran. The drive will transfer you from lush rainforest to the tropical dry forests of the Guanacaste Savannah. Drive through Tilaran and Canas and merge into the Interamerican Highway en route to Liberia, the capital of the Guanacaste Province. Veer south past the towns of Filadelfia and Belen on your way to the Pacific Shores. Upon arrival, cross the gates to Costa Rica’s premier all inclusive resort, check into a Royal Service Junior Suite and enjoy the resort. Overnight Paradisus Conchal, Jr. Suite, ALL INCLUSIVE .


December 04th - 06th PARADISUS

Days at your leisure at the fantastic Paradisus Playa Conchal all-inclusive Resort and the beautiful Conchal Region. Take advantage of the many activities available in the region (activities not included):

Explore the beaches. From Playa Langosta all the way to Playa Negra, Tamarido, Langosta, Playa Grande and Brasilito in the south, to Flamingo, Potrero and Sugar Beach to the north.

Enjoy a leisure boat ride down the dry tropical forest on a tour to the Palo Verde National Park. This park is home to interesting wildlife including two species of monkeys, sloths, tropical birds, coatimundis and unique reptiles.

Visit the Rincon de la Vieja National Park, and some of the mud baths and hot springs in the region. This park offers the opportunity to select from a wide range of activities including challenging hikes, relaxing hot mud baths, exciting tours on horseback and one of Costa Rica’s top canopy adventures.

Play golf at Hacienda Pinilla in Playa Langosta, or at the Robert Trent Jones golf course at the Paradisus in Playa Conchal.

Explore the native mangroves in Tamarindo on a sea kayaking tour.

Embark on a sunset cruise off the shore of Tamarindo Beach. View spectacular sunsets on Costa Rica’s Pacific coast as you sail through Tamarindo bay.

Overnight in a deluxe junior suite at Paradisus Playa Conchal.


December 07th PARADISUS – SAN JOSE – DEPARTURE

At 10:00am transfer to Tamarindo airstrip to the 11:20am Nature air flight back to San Jose, upon arrival transfer to San Jose international airport

Team Rushton

ELECTION WEEK HAS ARRIVED!



IT'S TIME TO PUT RICK OVER THE TOP!

UFC 75

Mike's Picks
Henderson
Bisping
Cro-Crop
Alexander
Davis
Silva
Siver
Torres
Tibau

Casey's Picks
Dan Henderson
Michael Bisping
Mirko “Cro Cop” Filipovic
Houston Alexander
Marcus Davis
Thiago Silva

Naoyuki Kotani
Anthony Tores
Gleison Tibau

Rob's Picks

Jackson

Hamill

Kongo

Sakara

"The Irish Hand Grenade" Marcus Davis

Drwal

Kotani

Liaudin

Tibau

Baby News

Look closely at the attached photos and you will clearly see the sexes of the twins!!


Love,
Erica & Mikey

Max's last days in Boulder

Samantha's Christening

Samantha Jane's Christening

Sunday, September 2, 2007

1:00 PM

(following the 12:00 PM Mass)

Saint Pius X

Station Ave

Yarmouth, MA

BBQ at Bob & Joan Reed's house following the Christening

976 Rte 6A

Yarmouthport, MA

Godparents

Cory Logan

Casey Logan

Sharks can't scare off tourists

Cape Cod Times Article

CHATHAM — They seemed a little more cautious yesterday, but beachgoers said two shark attacks on seals in two weeks wouldn't stop them from hitting the Chatham surf.
A report of a shark incident was relayed to the Chatham harbor master Sunday after a dead seal was found gutted on South Beach. The state's shark expert later determined the mauling was likely the work of a great white, the same type of shark blamed for last week's attack off North Beach, said Lisa Capone, spokeswoman for the state Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs.
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29th Annual Brew Run - 5.2 mile Road Race

29th Annual Brew Run - 5.2 mile Road Race
Date August 11th, 2007

Time 4 pm

Location Start & Finish Line, The Woodshed, 1993 Main Street, Brewster, MA

» Website Brew Run

Details A 5.2 mile road race through the streets of Brewster to benefit the Brewster Fire & Rescue Department. Running categories for all ages. Applications can be found on www.coolrunning.com; directly on this event listing website; or in July & August at the Brewster Visitor Center, Brewster Town Hall, 508 896-3500.

Expect road closures for the race.

Bourne, Sagamore bridges 'obsolete'

Cape Bridges
More than half of Cape Cod's 100 bridges are structurally deficient or functionally obsolete, according to information from the Federal Highway Administration.
Fifty of the region's bridges — including the Bourne Bridge and Sagamore Bridge — fall into the functionally obsolete category, according to the federal agency's National Bridge Inventory. And there are six structurally deficient bridges that require more immediate attention.

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Sean & Joy's New House

Here are some photos of our new house and the surrounding landscape. The inspection was today and things went well. Now we just need to finalize the financing and we're set to move September 14th!