THE LAST RESORT

    In 1976, the Eagles were a fairly popular band in the world of popular music.
They had to follow up their breakthrough album "One of These Nights which topped the charts.
Don Henley and Glenn Frey were writing one day and out came "Hotel California!"  Along with that hit, came crowd favorite in-concert hit "Victim of Love," along with "New Kid in Town", "Wasted Time" and the very telling song entitled "The Last Resort" which says "...put up a bunch of ugly boxes; Geez, people bought them...".  "Hotel California" was the number one album of 1976 and certified 16 times platinum.  "You can check out anytime you like, but you can never leave!"  Sad, but true.
     By: Daniel
   

Today's news

 

York councilwoman Joanne Borders dies. The details of her death are not clear.She was 67 years old.

The Democratic party of York released a statement saying it's members are shocked and saddend by the sudden passing of York councilwoman Joanne Borders. Our thoughts and prays go out to her family and friends.

COUNTRY FIGHTS BACK!

At the very tender age of 23, Miss Taylor Alison Swift (raised in Wyomissing, PA) is about to release her third album entitled “Red” from which the first single “We Are Never, Ever Getting Back Together” is already being quite well received. A few months ago, Swift released her double live CD/DVD from the “Blown Away” concert tour in Chicago, IL before 13,000 plus screaming fans. For being as young as she is, she is more popular than most people will ever get; think about it for just a second!

In other country news, Ms. Carrie Underwood extended her “Blown Away” tour by four concerts (all in

Canada). The tour is so successful ,in part, because of the lead-off single “Good Girl.” Carrie also has the voice of a wailing, native Oklahoma Banshee Indian. Long live girl country power!

In the men's world, Rascal Flatts is performing on the Tonight Show with Jay Leno AFTER receiving a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. I mean, come on, what an honor!

Long live “Keepin' it Country!”                             Daniel

Memorable Sports’ ball

 

If you want a sports-ball, with a certain team’s name, logo, there are a lot of sites you can go to; but I’d suggest ‘SPORTSBALL.NET’, and just tell them the Team Name, the year/season because the website may refer to it differently, Like say you want the 1969 Flyers,  just type in The Philadelphia-Flyers/1969.

The cost may be pretty pricy, or expensive, so like tell your Caregiver, or Parent, to get it for you for Xmas, or person that sent you to this program.  If I were to get a piece of Sports’ Memorabilia, I would get a baseball from the Phillies/1979-1980, because there is 1-player, that played from about 1969-1983, who I really like. If I were to get an Astros’ ball, from 1969-1973, I wouldn’t mind,  just tossing it, because I’m not really into that team, or year.

 

my thoughts on acadia and developmental issues

Acadia provides many services to help others with developmental issues after a head injury. I have suffered one as well. I came to Acadia as well. And I have a good time as well. I don't like to be in the PT gym to much. There's not a bunch to do besides to walk with walker. I only like to come to Acadia to see smiling faces. I enjoy my time here when I see some clients that enjoy being with me .

What a Feeling!

In the early 80's, there were a lot of dancing movies like Xanadu, Grease, Footloose, And the ever amazing Flashdance. Jennifer Beals did almost all of her own stunts in

the movie, and she acted quite well. The storyline is gritty and real for a lot of people who could relate. Another fact about the movies success was the ever catchy soundtrack hits

“What a Feeling,” “Maniac” and “Manhunt.” I had a friend in musical school who was actually compared to Jennifer Beals! If you ever have a bad day remember, “maniac, maniac on the floor...”!

Weather for today

Tornado Watch for Lancaster Pa. From September 17 12:13 pm until September 18 7:00 pm.

Rain today may be heave at times. Temperature 72 feels like 73 high of 75 low of 57.

Visibility of 65 mph.

Winds up to 16 mph South.

Humidity 87 o/o

Tomorrow partly cloudy temperature high of 70 low of 45 partly cloudy.

Memorable Sports’ ball

If you want a sports-ball, with a certain team’s name, logo, there are a lot of sites you can go to; but I’d suggest ‘SPORTSBALL.NET’, and just tell them the Team Name, the year/season because the website may refer to it differently, Like say you want the 1969 Flyers,  just type in The Philadelphia-Flyers/1969.

The cost may be pretty pricy, or expensive, so like tell your Caregiver, or Parent, to get it for you for Xmas, or person that sent you to this program.  If I were to get a piece of Sports’ Memorabilia, I would get a baseball from the Phillies/1979-1980, because there is 1-player, that played from about 1969-1983, who I really like. If I were to get an Astros’ ball, from 1969-1973, I wouldn’t mind,  just tossing it, because I’m not really into that team, or year.

 

Before, During & After Fall

Every once and awhile you see,

things are getting colder slowly.

Even in cool winds you know,

this is much better than snow!

Things are so pretty in fall,

like leaves you post on your wall.

Everything is in such peace,

and it just seems like extacy.

8 up, 7 down!

This year's baseball postseason is different than last years because there are now two wild card teams in each league. I think that in the National League, the teams will be in the east, baseball's hottest team presently, the Washington Nationals, the central, the Cincinatti Reds, out west, the Giants, and the two wild card teams will be the Atlanta Braves and the Los Angeles Dodgers. Over on the junior circuit, the Yankees of New York will win the east, the Chicago White Sox in the central, the very dangerous Texas Rangers out west, and our wild cards will most likely be the Baltimore Orioles and the Oakland Athletics. When all is said and done, 2012's World Series champ will probably be the Washington Nationals in 6. Play Ball!

Summer time when my sister and I were young meant going to our aunt and uncle's house, going to their pool, and meeting with old friends and making new friends. Going to different places like The

zoo, going in to the city to see the liberty bell, and just having fun, also playing tricks on Our aunt , having water gun fights with my dad and sister, and having fun with each other.

Fall meant going back to school when I was young looking forward to trick er treating , having fun with friends sleep over parties and as always my dad teasing my sister and I, and our friends.

Winter meant in December going out and buying a Christmas tree, Helping to wrap Christmas gifts for each other. Playing Christmas music while decorating the tree, making Christmas cookies. Going to church on Christmas eve. Just enjoying the holidays.

Spring time meant planting flowers, running around the back yard with the dog, Taking her for walks around the block and caring her at times when she got scared when she hear a noise she did not like.

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It is fun having fun with my family.

Jackie Serviss

Journey's Escape!

By late 1980, the rock band Journey had taken a few small steps toward stardom when they replaced founding member/keyboardist/vocalist Gregg Rolie with Julliard School of Music graduate Jonathan Leonard Cain.

He was an accomplished pianist/guitarist/vocalist and unknown to the band a

very talented songwriter. (He wrote “Open Arms” junior year at Julliard.) Jon along with Journey vocalist Steve Perry co-wrote every song on the bands' up and coming new album “Escape” released in February of 1981. The albums' leadoff single, “Who's Cryin' Now” made #4 and its follow up “Don't Stop Believin'” hit #9. The bands' peak came in December of that year when Jon Cain's slow, spare power ballad “Open Arms” struck radios peak position at #1! Finally, by 1981, Journey had finally earned their place in rock music history.

By: Daniel

I Will Always Remember You!

I Will Remember You

When I was ten/eleven years old, one of the more popular pop music acts out there was Amy Grant.

In 1990-1991 she released what would become her opus album, “Heart in Motion.” It had very catchy melodies and the lyrics just told it like it was. The album opens with the songs “Good for Me,” “Baby, Baby,” “Every Heartbeat,” “That's What Love is For and finally “I Will

Remember You.” Ms. Grant included a song called “Ask Me,” a song about a friend of hers who was sexually abused. It is a very real song. Of my dozens and dozens of albums, this is one of my favorites. Amy, I will always Remember You.

Review for Shiawasa no Iro by Josh Bressler

Just like my last review, I found out about this song through an anime. This anime is called Ah! My Goddess!
When I watched the first episode, I had decided to continue the series. If you ever get the time, try listening to this on YouTube.com.

 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TMJw2M3oIsE

Reason 2 Believe!

When Wilson Phillips first took their spot at the top pf the charts, the year was 1990. The band was comprised of soprano I Chynna Phillips, contralto Carnie Wilson and solid, steady alto II Wendy Wilson to round out their magnificent harmonic sound. The trio sent three singles to the top of the charts: “Hold On,” “Release Me” and “You're in Love.” At the Grammys that year, the girls bagged awards for Album of the Year, Single of the Year (“Hold On,”) and Music Video of the Year (also “Hold On”) to name a few. Long story short, Wilson Phillips began shaping the sound of early 90's pop music. As the last song on that album goes, “The Dream is Still Alive!”

Review for Sakasama no Chou by Josh Bressler

I found out about this song when started watching the anime Hell Girl(producers Aniplex), I took a liking to the show and song. I would say both the anime and song very excellent. If you ever get the time, try going to AnimeRatio.com and look up Hell Girl. Try listening to the song here first.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eh6ncjlHkU0

Don't Make A Mistake At The Beach

Don't wear dark colors, that would be a major mistake. The sun is attracted to dark colors so that the sun will burn your skin fast. Make sure that you wear a lot of sunscreen so that you won't look like a cherry all summer. It's nice to have something to be comfortable so bring chairs and beverages.

-Robyn

Good Music

What makes music, good?
I like music that tells a story,
In  a special way.
I like music thats got rhythm
to make me move.
I like music that can performed
to entertain many.
I like music that I can relate to
that triggers a memory.
I like music that makes me feel happy inside
and you can tell on the outside.
I love good music.

Bill B.

What the Fourth of July means to me.

The Fourth of July means getting together with famly amd watching the fireworks.

Years ago it ment family reunions with my mom's family. Eatting KFC chicken. Rememoring the fun times in the car when mom wold ask my dad if he wonted some chicken and she was trying to put the piece of chicken in to his mouth in stead it would wind up in his ear, since my mom would be paying to much atenchin to the road instead of puting the piece of chicken in his mouth.They were some funny times and still are.

Being with family is so special to me.

I love the Fourth of July. I look forward to it every year.

Clients are Given a Voice at Brain Injury Rally

Clients Are Given a Voice at Brain Injury RallyBy Jonathan Whitlock

Funding for services is extremely important to individuals with brain injuries.  Early in April, the Brain Injury Association of Pennsylvania announced their plans for a rally in Harrisburg, supporting continued funding and services for those affected.  Upon hearing about this from Acadia’s COO, Jack Poplar, the Acadia clients organized an outing to participate in the event, which was scheduled for Wednesday, May 2, 2012.

  On the day of the event, ten clients and four staff from Acadia traveled in 2 large vans to the State Capital in Harrisburg to join the rally.  After making our way through the enormous lines at the security check, we joined the crowd in the Rotunda, where there are classic marble floors and walls, and a picturesque mural on the ceiling.  The rotunda was filled with advocates and survivors, many of them holding signs with messages supporting continuance of funding.   

   Four advocates and seven state legislators took turns talking about the matter of funding, each illustrating the issues of limited funding and delays in eligibility for services.  Several family members of those with TBIs shared heart wrenching stories about their individual journeys, and gave specific examples of funding challenges.  These focused on the need for immediate availability of such services as attendant care at the home, as well as community-based programs, such as Acadia and UDS - Adult Enrichment.

  The advocates also endorsed the need to create a brain injury advisory board, to give the survivors an opportunity to influence their own services. Additionally, they advocated for the passage of a law, giving PA citizens the chance to make informed decisions in choosing their insurance coverage. Their last point illustrated the need to take action to prevent brain injury, which includes education in schools and communities. Increasing awareness will hopefully reduce the number of brain injuries. 

  After the speakers were finished, there was a chance for citizens to mingle with the legislators.  We then enjoyed a wonderful lunch downstairs in the café, where many legislators meet to eat.  Upon embarking back to Acadia, we were enthused about at the opportunity to participate in the rally and make ourselves heard to the state representatives.