5 miles on the road and now some pizza for dinner...

Find more Run in Athens, AL

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Now for some Famous Joe's pizza!!!

April Fool's Miscellanea

Well, the NRC didn't post anything in ADAMS regarding Browns Ferry last week. I'm sure they'll post the annual meeting regarding our annual performance soon. The annual report was posted on March 7.

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How about the Congressional Record instead? This site at http://thomas.loc.gov has all the applicable links for every working day of this (the 112th) Congress to date.

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We tried The Po Boy Factory for the first time last night. Great stuff. The platter I had had fried catfish (grouper was an option), fried scallops, fried oysters, fried shrimp, stuffed crab, fries, hushpuppies, and cole slaw. I used to be able to put down that much fried food all at once. Not any more. I had to forego most of the French Fries. Besides, I had to leave room for some of their SERIOUSLY TASTY bread pudding. Suzanne had some of their chocolate cake. That stuff was AWESOME!!!

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Today was a gorgeous day. Started off with a five mile run with some friends from work at the Richard D. Martin (aka Rails to Trails) trail near Elkmont this morning. When I got home, I felt like putting in a few more miles, so I did one of my standard loops (4.5 miles) near my house. After that, I had a little bit of work work and a little bit of yard work to do. I still had time for a little over an hour of kicking the hacky sack in my cul-de-sac. Now for dinner.....

Upcoming runs I plan on taking part in...

Chick -Fil-A Charity 5K	Athens, AL	April 14, 2012	http://www.active.com/running/athens-al/chick-fil-a-charity-5k-2012	Bridge of Hope
Run Through The Roses 10K	Madison, AL	May 5, 2012	http://www.active.com/10k-race/madison-al/madison-run-through-the-roses-10k-and-5k-2012	City of Madison Youth Sports Leagues
Cotton Row 10K	Huntsville, AL	May 28, 2012	http://www.active.com/running/huntsville-al/mercedes-benz-cotton-row-runs-10k-5k-and-1-mile-2012
Barbarian Challenge	Gadsden, AL	June 23, 2012	http://barbarianchallenge.ettend.com/
Rocketman Triathlon	Redstone Arsenal, AL	August 26, 2012	http://www.imathlete.com/events/RocketmanTriathlon	USMCR Toys for Tots Program

Dead Can Dance - Live Happenings Part IV AND DCD announces North American tour

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N. American tour dates @ http://www.deadcandance.com/

NRC docs for Browns Ferry; Get Your Rear In Gear 5K; Aretha Frankenstein's; Etc...

Hah!!! Fooled you! The NRC didn't post anything in ADAMS regarding Browns Ferry over the past week.

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The Get Your Rear In Gear 5K was this morning. It went to benefit the Colon Cancer Coalition. The race conditions were AWESOME! I've done a faster 5K, but I was reasonably happy with 24:38. Great job to my four other fellow runners! Here are the results. In addition, one of the several hundred other runners (and the folks he was there with) had t-shirts regarding the Moonshine Mud Run. Sounds like it could be a blast. However, given that it's a couple of hours away, I have other local pressing business that day, and a major test for work starting the Monday after, I don't think I'll be doing this one. However, if you've entertained doing a "mud run", give it a gander. Looks fun!

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After the run this morning, those of us who were up there from North Alabama went to Aretha Frankenstein's for breakfast. The food, as always, was great. The wait to sit and then actually get food was, well... long. I had my usual standby, the "Elephants Gerald".

From Blogger Pictures

Moral of the story: If you're in Chattanooga and want to visit a truly unique food landmark, get there as close to opening time as possible!

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End with a nice trance song

Papa Murphy's Gourmet Vegetarian for dinner

The only difference between the picture and what we are eating is that we have feta cheese added. Seriously TASTY!

From Lasciate ogne speranza, voi ch'intrate......

Happy St. Patrick's Day; NRC ADAMS docs for 3/10 - 3/17/12; Rocket Run 10 Miler

Happy St. Patrick's Day!

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1. ML12069A413 - Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant - NRC Emergency Preparedness Annual Inspection 05000259/2011502; 05000260/2011502; 05000296/2011502.
2. ML12054A735 - Issuance of Order to Modify Licenses With Regard to Requirements for Mitigation Strategies for Beyond-Design-Basis External Events.
3. ML12065A009 - Brown Ferry, Sequoyah, Watts Bar - Fitness for Duty Annual Program Performance Data, January through December 2011.
4. ML12054A694 - Issuance of Order to Modify Licenses With Regard to Reliable Hardened Containment Vents.
5. ML12053A340 - Request for Information Pursuant to Title 10 of the Code of Federal Regulations 50.54(f) Regarding Recommendations 2.1, 2.3, and 9.3, of the Near-Term Task Force Review of Insights From the Fukushima Dai-Ichi Accident.
6. ML12054A679 - Issuance of Order to Modify Licenses With Regard to Reliable Spent Fuel Pool Instrumentation.
7. ML12066A196 - Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant, Units 1, 2, and 3 - National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) -805 License Amendment Request Delay (TAC ME7841, ME7842, and ME7843).
8. ML12068A373 - Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant, Units 1, 2, and 3, Registration of Use of Cask to Store Spent Fuel.
9. ML12073A366 - Correction To Issuance Of Orders And Request For Information Issued Pursuant To Title 10 Of The Code Of Federal Regulations Part 50.54(f).
10. ML12074A289 - Browns Ferry 2012-003 RP Document Request.
11. ML12018A086 - Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant, Unit 3 - Safety Evaluation for Relief Request 3-ISI-26, for Third 10-Year Inservice Inspection Interval.
12. ML12056A044 - Order Modifying Licenses With Regard to Reliable Spent Fuel Pool Instrumentation (Effective Immediately) - To All Power Reactor Licensees and Holders of Construction Permits in Active or Deferred Status.
13. ML12073A188 - Letter to All Operating Boiling-Water Reactor Licensees With Mark I and Mark II Containments - Issuance of Order to Modify Licenses With Regard to Reliable Hardened Containment Vents.
14. ML12056A045 - Order Modifying Licenses With Regard to Requirements for Mitigation Strategies for Beyond-Design-Basis External Events.
15. ML12056A043 - Order Modifying Licenses With Regard to Reliable Hardened Containment Vents - To All Operating Boiling Water Reactor Licensees With Mark I and Mark II Containments.
16. ML12056A047 - Enclosure 1 - Recommendation 2.1: Seismic.
17. ML12056A048 - Enclosure 2 - Recommendation 2.1: Flooding.
18. ML12056A051 - Enclosure 5 - Recommendation 9.3: Emergency Preparedness.
19. ML12056A049 - Enclosure 3 - Recommendation 2.3: Seismic.
20. ML12056A052 - Enclosure 6 - List of Power Reactor Licensees and Holders of Construction Permits in Active or Deferred Status.
21. ML12056A050 - Enclosure 4 - Recommendation 2.3: Flooding.
22. ML12068A372 - Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant, Units 1, 2, and 3, 10 CFR 21 Interim Report - Cracks in Residual Heat Removal Pump Motor Stator Frames.

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Results via the Huntsville Track Club for the Rocket Run 10-Miler, Mooresville, March 17, 2012

Overall
By Age

Next on the list... Bell's Brewery Kalamazoo Stout

 Bell's Brewery Kalamazoo Stout

Links:

Bell's Kalamazoo Stout @ beeradvocate.com

Kalamazoo Stout from Bell's Brewery

The Lion Stout I had last night wasn't bad. I'm still always a sucker for a Guinness!!!

2012 Chattanooga Get Your Rear In Gear 5K Run/Walk

If you can, please consider a donation for the Colon Cancer Coalition:

http://events.getyourrearingear.com/site/TR/Chattanooga/General?px=1074560&pg=personal&fr_id=1220

Lion Stout from Sri Lanka

 I've noticed the pick your own six pack option from Publix for a while, but finally decided to try it on the way home from work. The first candidate is a stout from Sri Lanka. Further beers forthcoming...

Links:

Lion Stout profile @ beeradvocate.com

Lion Brewery Ceylon PLC

What did the NRC post to ADAMS regarding Browns Ferry last week?

1. ML12062A093 - Browns Ferry, Unit 3 - Notification Of Inspection And Request For Information, IP 71111.08. - NRC assessment of Browns Ferry's programs to monitor degradation of highly important piping/pressure boundaries
2. ML12066A060 - Browns Ferry, Inspection/Activity Plan, 30/01/2012 - 06/01/2013, RPT 22. - Scheduled inspections by the NRC for the next year at Browns Ferry
3. ML12066A059 - Annual Assessment EOC Cycle Letter for Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant, Units 1, 2 and 3 (NRC Inspection Report 0500259, 260, 296/2011007. - NRC assessment of the Browns Ferry site for 2011

NRC docs in ADAMS for Browns Ferry (2/25-3/3/12); UAH Spring 10K Road Race

Here are the documents the NRC placed into ADAMS for Browns Ferry last week. Of particular interest is the document covering the results of Part 2 of the 95003 inspection the NRC is conducting at Browns Ferry.

1. ML12058A141 - Part 21 Report - Rosemount Nuclear Instruments, Inc., Pressure Transmitter with Nonzero Based Calibrations.
2. ML12059A314 - IR 05000259-11-012, 05000260-11-012 & 05000296-11-012, Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant, Units 1, 2, and 3, 10/1/2011 - 12/31/2011, Supplemental Inspection - Inspection Procedure (IP) 95003.
3. ML12054A688 - Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant - Reply to Notice of Violation; EA-11-252.

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Courtesy of the Huntsville Track Club, here are the results of the UAH Spring 10K Road Race:

Overall
By age

NRC stuff for Browns Ferry 2/18-2/25/12; Think local; 306 BBQ

This is the material regarding Browns Ferry posted in ADAMS for the past week...

1. ML103080043 - November 16, 2010 Applications and Amendments to Facility Operating Licenses Involving No Significant Hazards Considerations.
2. ML12045A343 - LER 10-003-02, for Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant, Unit 1, Regarding Failure of a Low Pressure Coolant Injection Flow Control Valve.
3. ML12055A063 - 02/29/2012-Notice of Forthcoming Meeting with Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) Regarding Fire Protection.

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For those in the Athens, AL/Limestone county area, check out the "Limestone Ledger" (list of local goings-on) from the Athens News Courier.

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Speaking of thinking local, we tried 306 BBQ this afternoon. I had heard good things about the restaurant, so we decided to visit. If you're in the Athens area (living or visiting), check it out...

306 BBQ also has a page on Facebook...

Khan gets khrazy

Two upcoming runs and Hyperfocus for you...

UAH Spring 10K

Rocket Run 10 Miler

I currently plan on doing both...

30ish years ago (warning: slightly edgy video, but you have to click play first) and NRC docs for 2/11-2/18/2012....

There were plenty of things for which I had a large margin of improvement. I wasn't really fond of most physical activity and I loved food (plenty of it) and that resulted in a nearly inevitable status of ballooning up...

At 41ish, I am getting better at some of those things. As an example, I'm leaner and meaner (but not really mean) than ever before (post boot camp is a close second). I can run a fair distance and I'm looking to double that by the end of this year. I occasionally partake in some physical challenges of varying degrees of difficulty/silliness and areas of endeavor. Witness last weekend or the time I successfully completed the "gallon challenge". However, one thing I'm still fairly bad at is roller skating. I woke up to do an arm workout with an old high school buddy this morning. After chilling at home for a few hours afterward, I went out for a brief 4.5 miles just to keep the blood pumping. The same high school buddy and his family thought it would be fun to go roller skating in the afternoon. It definitely was, but...

I STILL SUCK AT SKATING!

If I practice, I'm sure I will improve. In the meantime, I had multiple (re)introductions to the floor. At least I'm pretty good at falling and I'm sure I provided some measure of comic relief...

Plus, I still have great taste (I know, totally subjective) in music...

Exhibit 1 - Armin van Buuren presents Gaia - J'ai Envie de Toi



Exhibit 2 (the slightly edgy one) - LMFAO - Sexy and I Know It

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NRC docs for Browns Ferry for the week of 2/11-2/18/2012

1. ML12040A283 - Notification of Potential Part 21 - Failure to Include Seismic Input in Reactor Control Blade Customer Guidance.
2. ML120440372 - Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant - Notification of Licensed Operator Initial Examination 05000259-12-301, 05000260-12-301 and 05000296-12-301.
3. ML12045A063 - IR 05000259-11-005, 05000260-11-005, 05000296-11-005; 10/01/2011 -12/31/2011; Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant, Units 1, 2 and 3; Event Follow-up.

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Now looking forward to some P90X2 Yoga with Ric and Tony Horton in the morning...

Brief weekend recap; Happy Valentine's Day; Obligatory NRC ADAMS stuff from last week

So, I'll start by saying that this past weekend was MOST EXCELLENT! It all started on Friday with a fairly uneventful drive from here to Greensboro, GA. By the time we arrived, it was pretty much time to crash to be ready for what turned out to be the most physically challenging event I have ever particpated in. It was awesome to have someone else out there running. Thanks and congratulations, Shawn. Additionally, it was utterly cool to have someone else who ended up running along most of the course and taking some great pictures along the way (not to mention running in the half marathon the next day). Thanks (and also congrats), Tina. I won't go into too many specifics about how rough the TM course was. One of my biggest challenges was being VERY cold. Example?

Further Saturday Tough Mudder pix from Georgia can be viewed here.

After that was done, it was about noon GA time and we set out for Birmingham, AL. By the time we were all set up in the hotel room, it was dinner time. Tasty food. Beyond that, a few e-mails and it was time to crash again. Another early and colder morning (at least there was no water involved) set the mood for Sunday morning's little 2-2.5 hour romp through Birmingham. The women I was there to run with did a SUPERB job! Personally, I was just happy to have finished. My knee was killing me. Congrats and/or thanks to all parties involved in running/being there (Shawn, Tina, Sarah, Stephanie, Michael)!

After the drive home, I had to drive into Huntsville to meet Suzanne at her parents' house. We had planned to go have a nice dinner (early Valentine's since I have odd hours this week) at Bonefish Grill. Dinner was great and capped off by a serious dessert from their "Specials" menu. CHOCOLATE CREME BRULEE!!! That was truly some excellent dessert.

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Speaking of the above:

Happy Valentine's Day

A special Valentine's shout-out to Suzanne!

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On a drier note, here's what the NRC posted in ADAMS about Browns Ferry the week of 2/4-2/11/2012:

1. ML12037A092 - Public Meeting Summary for Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant, Docket No. 50-259.
2. ML12038A028 - Failure of CRD Collet Retainer Tube/Outer Tube Weld.
3. ML12032A264 - LER 11-008-01 for Browns Ferry, Unit 1, Regarding High Vibrations on High Pressure Coolant Injection Booster Pump Thrust Bearings.
4. ML12032A265 - LER 11-009-01 for Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant, Unit 1 Regarding As-Found Undervoltage Trip for the Reactor Protection System 1A1 Relay that Did Not Meet Acceptance Criteria During Several Surveillances.
5. ML12032A240 - Notification of Potential Part 21 - 60-Day Interim Report Notification: Failure of CRD Collet Retainer Tube/Outer Tube Weld.

About to embark on one heck of a weekend...

Tough Mudder Georgia Saturday followed by the Mercedes Half Marathon Sunday...

Please wish me luck!

Last weeks additions to ADAMS for Browns Ferry; Bow Wow 5K

Not too much of import added to ADAMS regarding Browns Ferry last week:

1. ML120300351 - Browns Ferry - NRC Generic Fundamentals Examination Results.
2. ML120300576 - Confirmation of Requested Initial Operator License Examinations for Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant.

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Here are links to the results of the Huntsville Botanical Garden's Bow Wow 5K from 2/4/12. I thought it was kind of funny that they mangled my last name (Mefenlf - probably my bad since I filled out the entry form by hand) and made me 10 years younger...
Overall and By age group

Download 'Live Happenings - Part III' by Dead Can Dance

Top ten legislative items searched on THOMAS, compiled on 1/29/2012 from weekly usage statistics

1. H.R. 3261 - [112th] - Stop Online Piracy Act
2. H.R. 3012 - [112th] - Fairness for High-Skilled Immigrants Act
3. H.R. 1981 - [112th] - Protecting Children From Internet Pornographers Act of 2011
4. S. 1867 - [112th] - National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012
5. S. 968 - [112th] - Preventing Real Online Threats to Economic Creativity and Theft of Intellectual Property Act of 2011
6. H.R. 1540 - [112th] - National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012
7. H.R. 1148 - [112th] - Stop Trading on Congressional Knowledge Act
8. H.R. 3630 - [112th] - Temporary Payroll Tax Cut Continuation Act of 2011
9. S. 570 - [112th] - A bill to prohibit the Department of Justice from tracking and cataloguing the purchases of multiple rifles and shotguns
10. H.R. 3699 - [112th] - Research Works Act

via http://thomas.loc.gov/home/topten/topten_20120129.html

NRC ADAMS documents for Browns Ferry 1/21 - 1/28/2012

1. ML12003A081 - Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant, Unit 3 - Safety Evaluation for Relief Request 3-ISI-25, for the Third 10-Year Inservice Inspection Interval (TAC No. ME5400).
2. ML12018A376 - Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant, Unit 1 - Request for Withholding Information From Public Disclosure for AREVA Fuel Transition Documents (TAC No. ME3775)(TS-473).
3. ML12017A161 - Browns Ferry, Units 1, 2 and 3 - Supplement to Technical Specifications Change TS-474-Request to Add a TS 3.7.3, "Control Room Emergency Ventilation (CREV) System," Action to Address Two CREV Subsystems Inoperable Due to...
4. ML12024A499 - IR 05000259-12-010, 05000260-12-010 & 05000296-12-010 and Notice of Violation on 09/23/11, Browns Ferry.
5. ML11241A166 - Tennessee Valley Authority Long-Term Hydrology Issues for Operating Nuclear Plants - Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant, Units 1, 2, and 3; Sequoyah Nuclear Plant, Units 1 and 2; and Watts Bar Nuclear Plant, Unit 1.

Happy birthday Mom!

Happy birthday!

NASA - Day of Remembrance - #NASADayofRemembrace

NASA - Day of Remembrance

Columbia - Husband, McCool, Anderson, Chawla, Brown, Clark, Ramon

Challenger - Scobee, Smith, Resnik, Onizuka, McNair, Jarvis, McAuliffe

Apollo 1 - Grissom, White, Chaffee

State of the Union #SOTU

Whether it's Barack (or W or Slick Willy or George HW or the Actor (RIP), for that matter), a SOTU in an election year is just another stump speech full of grandiose visions without much of a basis in reality...

Top ten legislative items searched on THOMAS, compiled on 1/22/2012 from weekly usage statistics

1. H.R. 3261 - Stop Online Piracy Act
2. S. 968 - Preventing Real Online Threats to Economic Creativity and Theft of Intellectual Property Act of 2011
3. H.R. 1981 - Protecting Children From Internet Pornographers Act of 2011
4. S. 1867 - National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012
5. H.R. 1540 - National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012
6. H.R. 3012 - Fairness for High-Skilled Immigrants Act
7. H.R. 3699 - Research Works Act
8. H.R. 2055 - Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2012
9. H.R. 3630 - Temporary Payroll Tax Cut Continuation Act of 2011
10. S. 1228 - Combating Military Counterfeits Act of 2011

Quick list of weekly NRC stuff for Browns Ferry, gotta get ready for night shift

1. ML120170091 - Press Release-II-12-001: NRC Schedules Meeting Jan. 26 to Discuss Inspection at Browns Ferry Nuclear Power Plant.
2. ML12017A098 - Annual Letter - Generic Fundamentals Examination (GFE) Section.
3. ML12010A164 - LER 11-001-01 for Browns Ferry, Unit 3, Regarding Loss of Shutdown Cooling (RHR).
4. ML120190050 - Requests verification of RB Pyle & LJ Ellis as attys of record & info re response to admissibility of petitioner late-filed contentions. (from 1981)

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Fortunately, SOPA and PIPA are on hold for right now. I don't engage in the voracious downloading that the RIAA or MPAA seem to have lobbied the sponsor and co-sponsors of these bills to try and put into law. However, I figure with as much as the industry has spent lobbying since pre-DMCA, they could have innovated and embraced technology to make it work more towards their own ends. By the way, here's a SOPA LOLcat...


see more Lolcats and funny pictures, and check out our Socially Awkward Penguin lolz!

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Quick political stab here...

Some members of the right seem to be coming out in support of Gingrich although he's had a history of infidelity. I try not to judge much one way or the other, but let's not forget, Gingrich was one of the leaders in the impeachment proceedings against Bill Clinton based, at least in part, on his indiscretions.

Now There’s a Congressional Record App for That

The Congressional Record App is presented by the Library of Congress. It was an initiative of the House leadership under the guidance of the Committee on House Administration.

Visit our blog, In Custodia Legis, for more information on the new iPad app.

While I'm at it, say NO to PIPA! #StopPIPA #PIPA

Please tell your Congress member no to SOPA! #StopSOPA #SOPA

Stop SOPA and PIPA!

If you've checked out Wikipedia today, you have probably seen the blackout page. Wikipedia is not alone in the blackout or opposition to SOPA/PIPA. Here's the info page on why Wikipedia chose to engage in the black-out. Wikipedia and other sites have great write-ups on why SOPA/PIPA are so potentially harmful, so I don't need to bother writing why these pieces of legislation are CRAP!

Thought about running a 5K or a 10K but not sure how to start?

The Fleet Feet Huntsville's Next Steps 10K training program starts March 7. The training actually begins the week after and aims to have you ready for the Cotton Row 10K at the end of May. As described on the page where you sign up, the Next Steps training runs start at three miles. If you're not ready for that, check out the No Boundaries Program. This one aims to have you ready for a 5K. There are multiple events and available times associated with the No Boundaries program, so check it out...

Oops for teacher; "Bad foreign policy"; Gov spending; NRC stuff; A little fun...

First, just a quick story of silliness. I'm glad this teacher is no longer responsible for molding young minds.

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Now, further consideration of "dangerous foreign policy"...

I've said it here before and I'll probably say it again. I've heard multiple parties talk about Ron Paul and his "dangerous foreign policy" and I often disagree. I find it slightly disturbing that many of the current breed of Republicans either forget or are willing to look past a couple of things that happened during the Reagan era. The "State Sponsors of Terrorism" list began in December of 1979. Iraq was one of the inaugural states on that list. Several years later, Iraq was removed to make it eligible for US military technology. The same "devil in charge" when the list began was still in charge. The only difference? Iraq was in the midst of a war with those wascally Iwanians. OK, so we armed one dangerous party that presumably hadn't changed its MO very much. Cut to the mid-80s. I won't rehash the gory details. I'll just say two words and give a brief synopsis. First, the two words: Iran-Contra

Synopsis: Boland amendment said that we couldn't make funds for the Contras. Iran went on the "State Sponsors of Terrorism" list in 1984. Someone in the Reagan administration (presumably Bill Casey, then head of the CIA) comes up with the bright idea of sending arms to Iran via an intermediary and using the proceeds of the sales to fund the Contras. Ironically, the intermediary was Israel.

Personally, I find it more dangerous (to our national interest and frankly, that of Israel) that we armed two of the most dangerous countries in that region of the world just because both were problematic but killing each other and that one of the parties involved is still a serious problem for the region and the world and, if all the hype is to be believed, on the verge of attaining nuclear weapons.

On a tangent, but still applicable, there was much fear of what would happen back in the mid-90s when India and Pakistan proved they were nuclear states. We're still here...

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Now a little about government spending...

One, if not more, of our local media outlets ran the story a couple of days ago about a recent study that claims to show that smoking marijuana is not as bad for your lungs as smoking cigarettes. That got me wondering how much taxpayer money was used. Details?

Another interesting .gov website I found while running through various information outlets. http://www.usaspending.gov/ Note: Not currently loading as of 2119 1/14/12

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NRC items for Browns Ferry 1/7 - 1/14/12

1. ML11363A057 - LER 11-003-01 for Browns Ferry, Unit 1, Regarding Loss of Safety Function (SDC) Resulting from Emergency Diesel Generator Output Breaker Trip.
2. ML12009A148 - IR 05000259-11-501, 05000260-11-501 and 05000296-11-501, on 12/05/2011 - 12/09/2011, for Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant, Units 1, 2, and 3, Exercise and Baseline Inspection.
3. ML11171A209 - Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant, Units 1, 2, and 3 Revision to Response to NRC Request for Additional Information Regarding Extending Completion Times for Technical Specification 3.8.1, TS-468.

Reminder for anyone who might be interested, the NRC is having a public meeting at Browns Ferry on 1/26/12.

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Defender

NRC docs for Browns Ferry 12/31/11 - 1/7/12; Viva socialism; SR Butler Winter Homecoming 2012

1. ML11355A075 - 2011/12/20 NRR E-mail Capture - FW: TS-474 CREVS LAR (TAC No. ME4668)
2. ML11362A379 - Browns Ferry, Units 1, 2 and 3 - Response to an Apparent Violation in Inspections Report 05000259-11-011, 05000260-11-011, 05000296-11-011; EA-11-252.
3. ML11362A394 - Browns Ferry, Units 1, 2, & 3, Revision to Follow-Up Letter to 10 CFR 50.9, "Completeness and Accuracy of Information," Notification.
4. ML11362A380 - Browns Ferry, Units 1, 2 & 3 - Schedule for Supplement to Technical Specification Change TS-474.
5. ML12005A205 - 01/26/2012-Notice of Category One Public Meeting - Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant, to Discuss Results of Second Phase of NRC Supplemental Inspections performed in Accordance with Inspection Procedure 95003.

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I popped this up on my Facebook wall earlier today. I figured I'd post it here just because it's so disgusting...

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Any of you SR Butler grads who haven't seen it on Facebook

Winter Homecoming 2012 - http://www.facebook.com/events/336103536408547/

Description: As part of the continuing celebration of 60 Years of Class at Butler High, the S. R. Butler High School Alumni Association partners with S. R. Butler High in hosting a winter homecoming for Butler High Alumni. The day of events include Alumni gathering for a Butler Rebel Basketball game and Fifth Period Social. The Alumni Pep Band will perform and Special Alumni will be recognized. Please set aside the evening in your calendar and stay posted for details. GO REBELS!!

Unfortunately, that's a hella run weekend for me! I can't go, but any Butler alumni reading this (who haven't seen it on Facebook) should check this event out...

Happy 2012 everyone! and start 2012 right ; Fairly tasty recipe

May your 2012 be a GREAT year!

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For those of you in the Huntsville area who have resolutions (or not) regarding exercise/weight loss in 2012, you might be interested in coming out for the Huntsville Track Club's 1/2/4 Mile Concurrent New Year's Fun Runs. 2 PM at the Huntsville Jaycee Building (Old Airport Fair Grounds).

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We had a little neighborhood get-together last night and earlier in the day, I still wasn't sure what I was going to take. I decided on Honey-orange Broccoli Slaw. The recipe was quick and easy and tasty. Here it is:

1 package (12-ounce) broccoli coleslaw mix
1/3 cup sliced almonds
1/3 cup raisins
2 Tbsp honey
2 Tbsp olive oil
2 Tbsp orange juice
4 tsp grated orange peel
1/4 tsp salt

Directions

1 Combine the broccoli coleslaw mix, the almonds, and raisins.
2 Whisk the honey, olive oil, and orange juice. Stir in the grated orange peel and salt.
3 Add to coleslaw mix; toss to coat.

NWS: Tornado paths for 1974, 2011 match

NWS: Tornado paths for 1974, 2011 match

NRC docs for Browns Ferry for 12/17 - 12/24/2011; Happy birthday

I was slow in putting up the NRC ADAMS docs for Browns Ferry last week. C'est la vie!

1. ML11356A240 - Revised Submittal Schedule for Supplemental Report for License Event Report 50-259/2011-008-01, "High Vibrations on High Pressure Coolant Injection Booster Pump Thrust Bearings.
2. ML11353A319 - 12/8/11 Meeting Slides - Brown Ferry Nuclear Plant, Units 1, 2, and 3 - Meeting with the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) to Discuss Delay in Submittal of Fire Risk Reduction Amendment Request.
3. ML113530512 - Supplemental Information Associated with MFN 10-245 R4.

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Here's a way to say happy birthday (via song from my Myspace artist profile) to your FB friends. Just click share (Facebook) and select "Share on a friend's wall/timeline".

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Merry Christmas!

Up On A Housetop - Dancy Style - aka Trance On A Housetop

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Quickie Christmas song - Silent Night

Hey, if it's not your cup of tea, sorry!

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Forgotten over the weekend - NRC additions to ADAMS for last week; Rudolph Run results

One document added to ADAMS regarding Browns Ferry last week:

ML113470430 - Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant - Notification of Inspection and Request for Information for NRC Problem Identification and Resolution Inspection.

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Rudolph Run 2011 results
Overall
By Age

19 years ago today....

Suzanne and I got married. I love you!!!!!

Happy
Anniversary
Suzanne!!!

Browns Ferry docs 12/3 - 12/10/11; Etude in Acido Electro

1. ML112800688 - Browns Ferry Initial Exam 2011-302 Final Administrative JPMs.
2. ML11264A011 - 9/15/11 Summary of Meeting with Tennessee Valley Authority on Extended Power Uprate (TAC ME5262, MD5263, and MD5264).
3. ML11341A115 - LER 11-009-00 for Browns Ferry, Unit 1 Regarding As-Found Undervoltage Trip for the Reactor Protection System 1A1 Relay that Did Not Meet Acceptance Criteria During Several Surveillances.
4. ML11342A177 - G20110717/LTR-11-0547/EDATS: SECY-2011-0528 - Email Response to Thomas Saporito re: NRC Transparency.
5. ML11277A005 - G20110717/LTR-11-0547/EDATS: SECY-2011-0528 - Email Thomas Saporito, NRC Transparency - Scheduling of NRC Meetings for Public Attendance/Participation.
6. ML11335A033 - LER 11-003-00, for Browns Ferry, Unit 3, Regarding Automatic Reactor Scram Due to a Main Turbine Generator Load Reject.

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Happy birthday, Suzanne!

Happy birthday, Suzanne!

'Live Happenings - Part II' - Dead Can Dance

NRC docs regarding Browns Ferry 11/26/2011 - 12/03/2011; Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas

1. ML11321A256 - Browns Ferry, Unit 1 - Revised Submittal Schedule for Supplemental Report for License Event Report 50-259/2011-003, "Loss of Safety Function (SDC) Resulting from Emergency Diesel Generator Output Breaker Trip".
2. ML11334A077 - Part 21 Notification on Limitorque SMB-5T Actuator Clutch Lug Failure.

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An electronic take on the Star Spangled Banner

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Quickie here...

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NRC docs in ADAMS for Browns Ferry week of 11/19-11/26/2011; Sign up for the Tough Mudder, if you dare...

1. ML113210602 - EA-11-018, EA-11-252, IR 05000259-11-011, 05000260-11-011, 05000296-11-011, Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant, Units 1, 2, & 3, 09/12/2011- 09/23/2011, Supplemental Inspection - Inspection Procedure (IP) 95003.
2. ML11319A024 - Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant, Unit 2 - Core Operating Limits Report for Cycle 17 Operation and Unit 3, Core Operating Limits Report for Cycle 15 Operation Revisions.
3. ML11319A012 - Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant, Unit 3 - Removal of Four Welds from Relief Request 3-ISI-25.
4. ML11327A027 - 12/12/11 Notice of Forthcoming Meeting with Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) to Discuss the Fire Risk Reduction and Transition Status to NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) 805.
5. ML11320A288 - Browns Ferry, Sequoyah, Watts Bar - Service List Update for Routine Information.

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If running through the mud in the cold isn't your thing, I ask that you please consider a donation to the Wounded Warrior Project on my behalf.

Happy Thanksgiving!

Happy Thanksgiving!

My latest "arrangement"; Krispy Kreme results; NRC docs for Browns Ferry the week of 11/12-11/19/11

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2011 Krispy Kreme run - those who met the challenge
2011 Krispy Kreme run - those who did not meet the challenge
2011 Krispy Kreme run - Corporate team results
2011 Krispy Kreme run - Community team results

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1. ML11307A424 - Browns Ferry, Units 1, 2, & 3, Sequoyah, Unit 1 & 2, Watts Bar, Units 1 & 2, Bellefonte, Unit 1 - Re-submittal of Attachments for Responses to Hydrology Action Items.
2. ML11307A426 - Chapter 2 Laboratory Testing and Evaluation of Expedient Flood-Fighting Barriers, Page 62 - 100.
3. ML11307A416 - Chapter 2 Laboratory Testing and Evaluation of Expedient Flood-Fighting Barriers, Pages 101 - 151.
4. ML11307A417 - Chapter 2 Laboratory Testing and Evaluation of Expedient Flood-Fighting Barriers, Pages 152 - 174 through Chapter 3 Site Selection, Characterization, Instrumentation, and Field Testing Pages 175 - 201.
5. ML11307A425 - Chapter 2 Laboratory Testing and Evaluation of Expedient Flood-Fighting Barriers, Pages 9 - 61.
6. ML11307A418 - Chapter 3 Site Selection, Characterization, Instrumentation, and Field Testing, Pages 202 - 241.
7. ML11307A419 - Chapter 3 Site Selection, Characterization, Instrumentation, and Field Testing, Pages 242 through Appendix C14.
8. ML113081618 - Enclosure 1 - U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, "Flood-Fighting Structures Demonstration and Evaluation Program: Laboratory and Field Testing in Vicksburg, Mississippi," July 2007.
9. ML11307A420 - Enclosure 2 - Wenck Associates, Inc., "Engineering Evaluation of Hesco Barriers Performance at Fargo, ND 2009," May 2009.
10. ML11307A421 - Recipients of Technical Reports & Information.
11. ML11308A030 - Comment (2) of Tom Clements on behalf of Friends of the Earth, on Draft Strategic Plan about Testing of Plutonium Fuel (MOX) Made from Weapons-Grade Plutonium Required for NRC to License MOX use in Boiling Water Reactors.
12. ML11308B347 - Bellefonte, Units 1 and 2, Browns Ferry, Units 1, 2, and 3, Sequoyah, Units 1 and 2, Watts Bar, Units 1 and 2, Transmittal of Nuclear Quality Assurance Plan, Revision 25, TVA-NQA-PLN89-A.
13. ML11308A018 - Browns Ferry, Units 1, 2, and 3, One-Time Inspection Procedure, 0-TI-565, Rev. 0003.
14. ML112351225 - 2010 DFS Report Analysis for Brown s Ferry Nuclear Power Station, Unit 1.
15. ML112351230 - 2010 DFS Report Analysis for Brown s Ferry Nuclear Power Station, Unit 2.
16. ML112351237 - 2010 DFS Report Analysis for Brown s Ferry Nuclear Power Station, Unit 3.
17. ML11312A187 - Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant, Units 1, 2, and 3 - Project Manager Reassignment.
18. ML113180503 - IR 05000259-11-004, 05000260-11-004, 05000296-11-004; on 07/01/2011 - 09/30/2011, Browns Ferry, Units 1, 2, and 3; Integrated Inspection Report.

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Supercommittee
FAIL!

NRC docs placed into ADAMS regarding Browns Ferry 11/5 - 11/12/2011; Huntsville Half Marathon

1. ML113081723 - Browns Ferry NRC Material Control and Accounting Inspection Report 05000259/2011406, 05000260/2011406, and 05000296/2011406 - w/o Enclosure.
2. ML113120178 - SRM-M111018 - Briefing on Browns Ferry Unit 1, 9:00 A.M., Tuesday, October 18, 2011, Commissioners Conference Room, One White Flint North, Rockville, Maryland (Open to Public Attendance).

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The results of the Huntsville Half Marathon are up. Here are the overall results and here are the results by age group. Great morning for a run!

It's the first instance of 11:11 on 11/11/11

That is all!

Remembering ALL who serve(d) - Happy Veteran's Day!

From Art

And people think that the Feds should own the healthcare system....

Just another data point on why I'm skeptical of the Federal government being able to do much. Sure, we didn't have an emergency, but the Feds were going to do their national EAS test today. The EAS system has been around since 1997 and was preceded by the Emergency Broadcast System (1963-1997). There were plenty of media outlets where initial appearances are that the test didn't work. Keep in mind, this was a government system that has essentially been around for nearly 50 years.

FAIL!

The challenge (I was unsuccessful) and one great pic of family....

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From Nov 6, 2011 part 2

Today is the day. I will try to do one of the most utterly ridiculous things that I have ever tried to do...

It's name.... the "Dare to be Great"!!!

For the time being, I will just say that it is 21 scoops of ice cream (for a total of 11 pounds of the stuff) and an additional 2 pounds of toppings.

In one hour...

Pictures (sorry, no potential aftermath pictures) to follow later....

Wish me luck!

Some new pix; Browns Ferry docs for the past week posted in ADAMS

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1. ML112990211 - Forwards binders & sets of divider tabs for use w/NEDO-21888 "Mark 1 Containment Program Load Definition Rept."
2. ML112990249 - Forwards EDS Nuclear,Inc list of BWRs & piping sys which could have been impacted by deficient computer program. GE has no record of reanalysis for Cooper piping sys.
3. ML112990235 - Forwards Feb 1979 program activity review re Mark I containment program.
4. ML112990220 - Forwards Jan 1979 Mark I containment program activity review.Lists meetings held & provides brief task-by-task summary.
5. ML112990214 - Forwards NEDO-21885, "Mark I Containment Program,Downcomer Reduced Submergence,Functional Assessment Rept."
6. ML112231888 - Forwards NEDO-21885, "Mark I Containment Program,Downcomer Reduced Submergence,Functional Assessment Rept."
7. ML112990247 - Forwards summary of EDS Nuclear,Inc resolution/documentation of elbow flexibility error which existed in versions of PISOL piping analysis computer program from Jan-Oct 1969. Review & reanalysis included all work through Dec 1970.
8. ML112990208 - Submits Dec 1978 program activity review,comprised of info from selected sections of monthly rept,w/section on contract & billing status removed.Lists meetings held & provides task-by-task activity summary.
9. ML11298A080 - Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant, Units 2 and 3 - Follow-up Letter to 10 CFR 50.9, "Completeness and Accuracy of Information," Notification.

NRC docs for Browns Ferry 10/22 - 10/29/2011; Lots of pictures from the Spooktacular 5K

1. ML11287A036 - LER 11-001-00, for Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant, Unit 2 regarding Core Spray Relay Found in Incorrect Position.
2. ML112971527 - M111018 - Briefing on Browns Ferry, Unit 1.

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Many pictures (plus the results) of Saturday's Spooktacular 5K can be viewed here...

NRC docs for BFN for LAST week (10/15 - 10/22); Book'n It for Priceville 10K; A surprise...

Here are the documents that NRC placed in ADAMS regarding Browns Ferry for the dates 10/15 - 10/22:

1. ML112800679 - Browns Ferry Initial Exam 2011-302 Final Sim/IN-Plant JPMs.
2. ML112800671 - Browns Ferry Initial Exam 2011-302 Final Simulator Scenarios.
3. ML112800690 - Browns Ferry Initial Exam 2011-302 General Correspondence.
4. ML11286A145 - Browns Ferry - Updated Final Safety Analysis Report, Amendment 24.
5. ML11291A134 - M111018B - Slides, Briefing on Browns Ferry Unit 1.
6. ML112911370 - Press Release-11-200: Opening Remarks of NRC Chairman Gregory B. Jaczko at the Meeting to Discuss Safety Challenges of the Brown s Ferry Nuclear Power Plant.
7. ML11285A048 - LER 11-007-00 for Browns Ferry, Unit 1, Regarding Multiple Containment System Isolations from Loss of RPS M-G Set 1B.
8. ML11292A161 - 10/07/11 Summary of Meeting with Beyond Nuclear Regarding their 10 CFR 2.206 Petition to Suspend Operating Licenses of General Electric Mark I Boiling Water Reactors
9. ML11292A162 - 10/07/11 Transcript of Proceedings for Meeting with Beyond Nuclear Regarding their 10 CFR 2.206 Petition to Suspend Operating Licenses of General Electric Mark I Boiling Water Reactors.
10. ML11286A109 - ANP-3015(NP), Revision 0, "Browns Ferry, Units 1, 2 & 3, LOCA Break Spectrum Analysis," Enclosure 6.
11. ML11286A108 - ANP-3035(NP), Revision 0, "AREVA Responses to August 2011 RAIs for Browns Ferry, Unit 1 Fuel Transition - LOCA," Enclosure 3.
12. ML11286A107 - Browns Ferry, Unit 1 - Response to NRC Request for Additional Information Regarding Amendment Request to Transition to AREVA Fuel.

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I was exceedingly stoked to break the 50 minute mark for a 10K run this past Saturday. The overall results are here. Speaking of runs, there's a little 5K run in downtown Huntsville this Saturday called the Spooktacular 5K. Come run or walk! You can even wear a costume! I'll be dressed up...

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Check out this marsupial I heard walking around my front door last week...

From 2011-10-20

Super day for a run and NRC docs for Browns Ferry for the past week

The Liz Hurley Ribbon Run was GREAT. The weather was superb and it was amazing to see such a huge turnout of runners and spectators all in support of what is essentially a singular cause. From my own personal standpoint, it was also a great run because it was the fastest I have ever done a 5K. The results are posted at HTC's results page.

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NRC documents regarding Browns Ferry placed into ADAMS from 10/08/11 - 10/15/11:

1. ML11280A302 - Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant - USI A-46 Seismic Evaluation Report, Revision 0.
2. ML11280A303 - Provides Seismic Evaluation Repts that Summarize Results of USI A-46 & seismic IPEEE Programs for Plant.
3. ML112690416 - Browns Ferry Notification of Inspection and Request for Information for Part 2 of NRC Supplemental Inspection.
4. ML11265A263 - Brunswick, Units 1 and 2, Brunswick ISFSI, Shearon Harris , Unit 1, H. B. Robinson, Unit 2, H. B. Robinson ISFSI, Crystal River, Unit 3, Request for Withholding Information From Public Disclosure.
5. ML112840249 - 10/03/2011 Summary of Meeting with TVA, Alabama Dept. of Public Health and Limestone County Commission to Discuss the Results of the First Phase of NRC Supplemental Inspections Performed in Accordance with Inspection Procedure 95003.
6. ML112790086 - Browns Ferry Initial Exam 2011-302 Draft Administrative Documents.
7. ML112790100 - Browns Ferry Initial Exam 2011-302 Draft Administrative JPMs.
8. ML112790096 - Browns Ferry Initial Exam 2011-302 Draft Sim_IN-Plant JPMs.
9. ML112790093 - Browns Ferry Initial Exam 2011-302 Draft Simulator Scenarios.
10. ML112790104 - Browns Ferry Initial Exam 2011-302 Final Administrative Documents.

I haven't even really started to think about who I'd like to see as the next President...

I was half-heartedly watching the news the other day and caught a little snippet of Herman Cain being interviewed on CBN. I don't know a lot about Cain, but if the little part of the interview I heard was any indication, I probably won't be for him.

The interview got to the point of asking about the media's "gotcha" questions. Cain's response?

“When they ask me who’s the president of Ubeki-beki-beki-beki-stan-stan I’m going to say, 'You know, I don’t know. Do you know? And then I’m going to say, 'how’s that going to create one job?'”

I understand that his focus might be primarily toward the United States and bettering the economy. That's great. He might even be able to accomplish great things. That is, of course, assuming that Congress is not as deadlocked and ineffective as they have been for the past ten to fifteen years. The last part of his statement is absolutely right, but that's never the point of those gotcha questions in the first place. Here's what leads to my unease with his answer:

First, from a psychological standpoint, it's very likely that the questioner already knows the answer. Next, here's more of his statement regarding the same question:

"Knowing who is the head of some of these small insignificant states around the world, I don’t think that is something that is critical to focusing on national security and getting this economy going."

This part of his response is, again, correct. However, he seems overly willing to dismiss these "small insignificant states" and their potential importance to foreign policy issues. Additionally, by seeming to, perhaps jokingly, stress the utter unimportance of these countries by referring to "Ubeki-beki-beki-beki-stan-stan", he's already on a footing to demonstrate to a potential foreign partner in business or national security or other foreign issues that they don't mean as much as other countries.

NRC docs for Browns Ferry 10/1 - 10/8/2011 AND 2011 Fleet Feet Monte Sano 15K results

1. ML112700852 - Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant Notification of Inspection and Request for Information.
2. ML11276A025 - 10/03/2011 Slides re Browns Ferry Phase 1 Inspection Public Exit Meeting.
3. ML11227A258 - Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant, Units 1, 2, and 3, Issuance of Amendments to Revise the Technical Specifications to Extend the Emergency Diesel Generator Allowed Outage Time (TAC ME5036, ME5037, AND ME5038) (TS-468).
4. ML11272A037 - Browns Ferry, Units 1, 2, & 3, Sequoyah, Units 1 & 2, Watts Bar, Units 1 & 2, Submittal of Report in Accordance with 10 CFR 26.719(c)(1) for Drug and Alcohol Testing Errors.

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The race results from this morning are posted (at the results page on http://www.huntsvilletrackclub.org/):

Overall
Age Groups
Age Records
Picture of winners

I guess I did OK, but I sure as heck shouldn't have had such a sore calf with that pace. Hopefully these will help speed the recovery...

I'm not NORMALLY a "Hey, it's the last minute to do ______" kinda guy.....

I'd totally forgotten that the Fleet Feet Monte Sano 15K takes place tomorrow.

After the Knology folks come to hook us up today, going down to Fleet Feet Huntsville to register will be one of those items I need to take care of today...

If, by chance, you are feeling charitable and desire to donate to one or more worthy causes...

Please check out any of these links:

The Huntsville Hospital Foundation (via the 8th Annnual Liz Hurley Ribbon Run)

The Georgia & Alabama Chapter of the Make-A-Wish Foundation

I'm participating in the 5K runs for those listed above. Unfortunately, I can't make the St. Louis MG (Myasthenia Gravis) Walk in November, but I will certainly donate in memory of my aunt Pat. If you would like to donate to my cousin's team for that, please visit the following link:

In Memory of Pat Kuhl

Browns Ferry docs for the past week - Results from last week's Elkmont 10K

Docs placed in ADAMS for Browns Ferry 9/24/2011 - 10/01/2011. * items = interesting to me

1. ML11265A213 - LER 11-008-00 for Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant Unit 1 Regarding High Vibrations on High Pressure Coolant Injection Booster Pump Thrust Bearings.
2. ML11263A159 - Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant, Units 2 and 3 - Response to NRC Request for Additional Information Regarding Technical Specification Change TS-429.
3. ML112710033 - ROP Tabletop Examples and Results.
4. * ML11263A363 - 0522 - R504B - GE BWR4 Advanced Technology - 7.1 Browns Ferry Fire.
5. ML112700069 - Enclosure 2, MFN 10-245 R4, Description of the Evaluation and Surveillance Recommendations for BWR/2-5 Plants.
6. ML112700068 - Enclosure 3, MFN 10-245 R4, Affidavit.
7. ML112700067 - GE-Hitachi Part 21 Reportable Condition Notification: Failure to Include Seismic Input in Channel-Control Blade Interference Customer Guidance.

As a reminder, if anyone out there is interested, the NRC is having a public meeting AT Browns Ferry on Monday.

10/03/2011 - 1 PM - Browns Ferry Training Center auditorium - Results of the first phase of our 95003 inspection

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At some point this past week, the results of the Elkmont Lion's Club Rails to Trails 10K were posted @ huntsvilletrackclub.org.

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For what it's worth, the dinner described in my previous post was GREAT!

What's for dinner? Artichoke Mushroom Lasagna - via tasteofhome.com

 

Ingredients

* 1 pound sliced baby portobello mushrooms
* 2 tablespoons butter
* 3 garlic cloves, minced
* 2 cans (14 ounces each) water-packed artichoke hearts, rinsed, drained and chopped
* 1 cup chardonnay or other white wine
* 1/4 teaspoon salt
* 1/4 teaspoon pepper
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SAUCE:
* 1/4 cup butter, cubed
* 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
* 3-1/2 cups 2% milk
* 2-1/2 cups shredded Parmesan cheese
* 1 cup chardonnay or other white wine
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ASSEMBLY:
* 9 no-cook lasagna noodles
* 4 cups (16 ounces) shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided

Directions

* In a large skillet, saute mushrooms in butter until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add the artichokes, wine, salt and pepper; cook over medium heat until liquid is evaporated.
* For the sauce, in a large saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened. Stir in Parmesan cheese and wine.
* Spread 1 cup sauce into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Layer with three noodles, 1-2/3 cups sauce, 1 cup mozzarella and 1-1/3 cups artichoke mixture. Repeat layers twice.
* Cover and bake at 350° for 45 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella cheese. Bake, uncovered, 15-20 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Let stand for 15 minutes before cutting. Yield: 12 servings.

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Improvijazzation Nation, Issue # 118 - Check it out. I double dog dare ya!!

NRC docs for BFN 9/17 - 9/24/11 - BEER (and football) - Elkmont Lion's Club Rails to Trails 10K - maybe more...

First things first... Here are the documents that have been entered into the NRC's ADAMS site regarding Browns Ferry for the past week. I've denoted what I consider most interesting with a *.

1. * ML112620292 - 10/03/2011-Meeting Announcement - Category One - Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant, to Discuss Results of First Phase of NRC Supplemental Inspection Performed in Accordance in Inspection Procedure 95003, "Supplemental Inspection for Repetitive Degraded .....
2. ML11259A052 - 10 CFR 72.48 Changes, Tests, and Experiments, Biennial Summary Report Associated with the Independent Spent Fuel Storage Installation.
3. * ML11263A236 - Press Release-II-11-058: NRC Schedules Meeting Oct. 3 to Discuss Inspection at Browns Ferry Nuclear Power Plant.
4. ML112640385 - ER 05000259-11-302, 05000260-11-302, and 05000296-11-302, Operating Test August 8 - 12, 2011 & Written Exam August 19, 2011; Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant, Operator License Examinations.
5. ML11252B123 - 2011/09/09 NRR E-mail Capture - Deletion of Low Pressure Coolant Injection Motor-Generator Sets for Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant (ME5796/7) - RAI Changes

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I ended up going to the store to fetch a rotisserie chicken earlier this afternoon. I figured that since football is all the rage this time of the year, I'd grab a few brews. One of those I bought that I had never seen before is Guinness Black Lager. Not bad! The other one I bought is Paulaner Salvator Double Bock. Info for that one can be found here. I have yet to try it.

I ended up missing the first quarter so I could flail about in our cul-de-sac to kick the hacky sack for a bit. No biggie! Beer's good!

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Today was the 7th Annual Elkmont Lion's Club Rails to Trails 10K. What a beautiful morning to get out and run! I hope to do this in the future. Besides, I had my personal best (50:01) for a 10K. Here's a map of the course...

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Y'all have a great rest of the weekend!!!

Browns Ferry additions to the NRC's ADAMS for 9/10/11 - 9/17/11

Little slow on the draw, but fun took precedence this weekend. Here's what the NRC posted in ADAMS regarding Browns Ferry last week:

1. ML11249A046 - Browns Ferry, Units 1, 2 & 3, Sequoyah, Units 1 & 2 and Watts Bar, Units 1 & 2 - Organization Topical Report, TVA-NPOD89-A.
2. ML11250A171 - 10/07/11 Notice of Forthcoming Meeting With Petitioner Requesting Action Under 10 CFR 2.206 Regarding Immediate Suspension of the Operating Licenses of General Electric (GE) MARK 1 Boiling Water Reactors (BWRs).
3. ML11257A034 - 09/15/11 Proposed Meeting Slides for Forthcoming Meeting with Tennessee Valley Authority Regarding Status of Extended Power Uprate Submittal.
4. ML112231885 - Forwards binders & sets of divider tabs for use w/NEDO-21888 "Mark 1 Containment Program Load Definition Rept."
5. ML112231914 - Forwards Feb 1979 program activity review re Mark I containment program.
6. ML112231892 - Forwards Jan 1979 Mark I containment program activity review.Lists meetings held & provides brief task-by-task summary.
7. ML112231881 - Submits Dec 1978 program activity review,comprised of info from selected sections of monthly rept,w/section on contract & billing status removed.Lists meetings held & provides task-by-task activity summary.
8. ML11251A161 - Browns Ferry, Units 1, 2 & 3, Sequoyah, Units 1 & 2, and Watts Bars, Units 1 & 2 - Submittal of Report in Accordance with 10 CFR 26.719(c)(1) for Drug and Alcohol Testing Errors.
9. ML112580201 - IR 05000259-11-403, 05000260-11-403, 05000296-11-403, on 08/18/2011, Brown Ferry Nuclear Plant, NRC Security Inspection Report.

The aftermath...

From Aftermath

I am truly amazed @cherrygarcia #schweddyballs...

I did the midnight shop-for-staples run and what did the Athens Wal-Mart have? Ben & Jerry's newest creation... Schweddy Balls! Schweddy was an awesome (if not slightly off-color) skit on Saturday Night Live and I'm sure this flavor of ice cream will live up to the good name of Ben & Jerry.

We're down to days before the Warrior Dash. I can't wait! Then a little canoe action on the 18th. The weekend after that, there's a 10K in Elkmont for the benefit of the Elkmont Lion's Club. I think the next week and a half will be pretty fun...

REMEMBER ... and NRC documents regarding Browns Ferry from 9/3/11 - 9/10/11

Today was, as we are all aware, the 10th anniversary of 9-11. We will not forget!

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Two documents regarding Browns Ferry were posted to the NRC's ADAMS site over the last week. Here they are:

1. ML073410662 - Browns Ferry Units 1, 2, & 3 , Independent Spent Fuel Storage Installation - Registration of Spent Fuel Storage Cask Pursuant to 10 CFR 72.212(b) (1) (ii).
2. ML112450385 - 08/30/2011 Summary of Public Meeting to Discuss Browns Ferry Nuclear & Tennessee Valley Authority 95003 Implementation Supplemental Inspection for Repetitive Degraded Cornerstones, Multiple Degraded Cornerstones, Multiple Yellow Inputs, or One Red Input.

As I'm still resting my leg, today was a decent day to paddle around...

Just a little over 4.5 miles - no pictures - 1.5 hours


View Paddling 9-7-11 in a larger map

NRC docs for Browns Ferry 8/27/11 - 9/3/11 and...

Items I've marked with a * are the ones I found most interesting.

1. ML11234A177 - Browns Ferry, Units 1, 2 and 3 Supplemental Information Regarding Extending Completion Times for Technical Specification 3.8.1 (TAC Nos. ME5036, ME5037, and ME5038), dated January 19, 2011.
2. ML112411461 - Browns Ferry Mid-Cycle Assessment Report 22.
3. *ML112411454 - Letter - Mid Cycle Assessment Letter for Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant.
4. *ML112411393 - Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant - Notification of Inspection and Request for Information for Part 1 of NRC Supplemental Inspection.
5. ML11208C445 - Brunswick Independent, Harris 1, Robinson 2, Robinson Independent, and Crystal River 3 - Transmittal Letter - Notices of Consideration of Approval of Application for Indirect License Transfers Resultinf from Proposed Merger. Note - I'm not sure why this one was included in a search with Browns Ferry other than it references one of our units by docket number.
6. ML11199A045 - G20110523/LTR-11-0411/EDATS: SECY-2011-0411 - Ltr. to Rep. E.J. Markey frm Chairman Jaczko re: NRC Safety Requirements for Reactors Granted Construction Permits Prior to 1971.

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Well, not far from going in for night two (of four) of the night shift. Last night wasn't overly bad from a standpoint of being tired. Heck, I even got home and ran 4.5 miles. However, I think I'll take a running break tomorrow for a little extra snooze time and a chance to nurse a sore calf...

Some fall and winter things to look forward to...

There are several events/activities that I am looking forward to (most likely running or doing) this fall and winter. Here are some of them:

Taking out the kayak/renting a canoe with friends
Warrior Dash Tennessee - 9/17/2011
8th Annual Liz Hurley Ribbon Run - 10/15/2011
2011 UCP Krispy Kreme Challenge - 11/19/2011
Tough Mudder Atlanta, GA on 2/11/2012
Mercedes Half Marathon 2012 - 2/12/2012

This is not an all-inclusive list...

You can download the pics from this slideshow at https://picasaweb.google.com/112864142527452410375/20110828