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Josef Tomas Blazek - Company at the table (1924)

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Ng's family said they stopped hearing back from her on October 19. They also received a cryptic call from the retreat's organizer informing them of her disappearance. The Guatemalan Navy began search-and-rescue efforts the same day, but suspended the search after 72 hours without any leads.

"We don't really know exactly what happened," Nancy's brother Jonathan Ng told NBC. "The witnesses that were able to see what happened have not been extremely communicative."

The rescuers have spent the past few weeks scouring the murky volcanic lake with boats, aircraft, and drones, but have found no sign of the missing woman. Chris Sharpe, the owner of Black Wolf Helicopters, said that many witnesses have not been forthcoming and have since returned to the United States. "For me, this is now becoming a criminal investigation," he told ABC.

Nancy went missing on Oct. 19 during a "Be the Change" yoga retreat organized by Los Angeles instructor Eduardo Rimada. She went off on a kayaking excursion in Lake Atitlan with around ten people, including a San Bernardino County public defender named Christina Blazek. Blazek was allegedly the last person who saw Nancy before she disappeared, and Ng's family has desperately sought answers from Blazek but was met with silence for weeks, before Blazek finally spoke out - through her attorney. And this was only after the private search-and-rescue firm hired by the family to continue efforts on the ground, released Blazek's name in a press release to encourage her to come forward.

G. Christopher Gardner, Blazek's attorney, said in an interview with KABC-TV of Los Angeles last Wednesday that his client had tried to warn Nancy of the lake's rough waters when they were out kayaking right before she disappeared.

"[Blazek] kept one leg in her kayak and one leg in [Nancy's] kayak and tried to get back to her...and got close to her," Gardner told KABC. "And then apparently, [Blazek] lost the kayak again and she turned around to go back to get the kayak again, and when she turned back around, Ms. Ng was gone."

"If it is like she says and it is an accident, I don't understand how she could choose to leave my family in the dark for almost four weeks, and not just say that from the start," Ng's sister Nicky told ABC 7 LA.

But Blazek's account has prompted new questions from the family and resurfaced ones they've had.

"Nancy's a good swimmer. I don't understand how this could have happened. Was she struggling for a long time? Did Christina hear her scream or yell for help?" Nicky said. "What was the scope? The circumstances? Did she just disappear? Was there a land nearby that she could have swam? I had no context or not enough context of what was going on. So those are the same questions we still have today."

Gardner claims that his client didn't come forward sooner because she needed time to herself after going through the "traumatic experience."

Nancy's disappearance, however, has been even more devastating for the family of six, Nicky said.

"When we think about the [possibility of] drowning, my dad, he takes it really hard because he taught Nancy how to swim," Nicky said. "I think they're taking it really hard, and at the same time, they're trying to be strong for me and my brothers."

Nicky added that the search for Nancy, who worked with special needs children, has been difficult for the students she was close with as well.

"We have had a lot of her clients' parents reach out to us and just say Nancy had a special connection with their child and that their child now doesn't understand why Nancy's not back," Nicky said.

The investigation is ongoing and the FBI continues to interview witnesses in the case.

Earlier this month, the owners of the kayak company used by Ng before she vanished said the group she was with 'immediately clammed up' after she disappeared. Lee and Elaine Beal, the proprietors of Kayak Guatemala, said that ten people went out on the excursion, but only eight returned - with Ng and another woman seen paddling further into the body of water.

Eventually the woman returned to shore alone, with no sign of Ng.

"No one in the group was interested in talking to anybody," Lee told Good Morning America. "It was almost like, immediately clamming up and like we are not going to say anything."

The group failed to pay the owners then all left the country 'within 12 hours' of the suspected accident, which struck Elaine Beal as odd.

"They didn't say a word to us. I just don't understand that part, leaving within 12 hours," she added.

The couple described how they were watching the group, with Ng and the female kayaker about 100 yards away. The women continued paddling until they were out of sight.

The next thing the couple saw was a distress signal, before the woman returned alone.

"I witnessed the survivor being ushered up the steps," Elaine added. "She was clearly distressed."

Guatemalan authorities had struggled to locate the woman who was last with Nancy, or the tour guide as they left the country.

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Fix Your Car Like A Pro - Tips To Help!

Automobile repairs are an inevitability. They can be extremely difficult to deal with. By taking the time to educate yourself on proper auto maintenance you can learn to perform your own minor car repairs and save a good chunk of money. This article is loaded with useful automotive repair tips and advice. Do you have a hard time starting your car? Your battery probably needs to be recharged or replaced. You need to check the state of charge of your battery. You can use a hydrometer or a voltmeter depending on the type of battery you have. If you have been regularly recharging your battery, it might be time for a new one. Save fuel by driving as if you have a glass of water sitting on your dashboard. This practice helps you avoid jack rabbit starts and quick stops. Each time you accelerate quickly, the engine of your car uses more fuel than it would if you were to accelerate at a gradual increase in speed. It is important to maintain the level of your brake fluid. The brake fluid compartment is usually close to the engine and should be checked regularly. Make sure the compartment is two third full and add more brake fluid if you need to. There might be a leak in your system if you often need to add more brake fluid. If you notice your windshield wipers are not removing all the water from your windshield when it rain, you may need to replace the blades. This is a simple fix anyone can do. Measure the blades and purchase new ones from an auto supply store. Remove the old ones and snap the new ones in place. Always exercise the highest level of caution when working with your car's fuel system. Never work around fuel tanks, fuel lines or pumps with sources of ignition such as cigarettes or anything that could produce a spark. Wipe up any fuel spills immediately, and protect yourself by wearing fuel-resistant gloves and eyewear. Listen for any strange noises that your car may be making. These may be popping sounds, knocks, squeals, or something else. They are definitely symptoms of some sort of issue that needs auto repair. Keep a log of when you hear them, and note the type of driving you were doing when they occurred. It will help the auto shop diagnose the issue properly. Wash and wax your car on a fairly regular basis. This will prevent it from becoming eroded. Many people go get paint jobs to cover the process of erosion. You can avoid having to pay for this if you make sure that your car is very well taken care of. Even if your car only seems to have a small issue going on, you should definitely have it looked at. Small issues can often turn into larger ones. Never leave valuables in your vehicle when you bring it to be repaired. It is true that most shops have very trust worthy employees, but not all do, and you do not want to be a victim of theft. Instead, protect yourself by cleaning your vehicle and removing anything that is not attached to the car. Always ask in advance how much labor costs at that particular shop. In fact, do not give them your keys until you have a clear understanding of what you will be charged. Many times, this information is not posted in an obvious place, so it is important to know what you are getting yourself into. If you are repairing your vehicle at home you must be sure to put everything that you take off of the vehicle in one safe place. One of the biggest problems that people run into is they lose a part from their car and can not put everything back together. Do not let this happen to you. Don't let a mechanic talk you into getting your car's engine flushed when it doesn't need it. This is a pretty expensive service and you do not really need it unless you have been doing things that have been particularly bad on your engine, like failing to change your oil regularly. Pick up a book on simple auto repairs. You may find that some smaller repairs you can do at home, especially if you are mechanically inclined. Though, don't go crazy! If it's an advanced issue, get your car to a legitimate repair shop as soon as you can. Don't make the problem worse with a shoddy repair job. Always get a second opinion before you have an expensive repair done. No one is perfect, so there is a chance that the shop is wrong about what is needed done. Additionally, you may be able to find someone to do the work for a far cheaper price than what your original shop quoted you. Never feel like you have to go to your dealer for any sort of auto repairs or maintenance. In fact, the dealer could be rather pricey compared an unaffiliated (yet still quality) local auto repair shop. Do your homework about where you are considering going, and then make the best call for yourself. Probably the most important component of your vehicle is the brakes. Without them, you are not going to be able to drive. If they are damaged, this can be extremely dangerous for you. Therefore, whenever you experience brake problems, immediately see a mechanic to have them replaced. To do this yourself, you must use rubber boots to remove the bolts and loosen the brake pads. Then, install new brakes. However, if you are not comfortable doing this, it is best to see a mechanic. automotive repair boise idaho You do not want to take chances when it comes to brakes. As mentioned in the opening paragraph of this article, automobile repairs are an annoying inevitability. At some point or another you will need to deal with car problems. By using the tips and advice contained in this article you can fix minor car problems yourself and avoid overspending on costly service fees.

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Three of our Chimney Doctors' team are very proud of a recent fireplace rebuild and Blaze King install. Most importantly, the Chaska homeowners loved it!

Just in time for Valentines Day.

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50 Funny One-Panel Comics For People Who Don’t Mind Dark Humor From “Loose Parts”

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Lukas Blazek

Baby coati

The coati is related to the raccoon, and lives in South America, Central America, Mexico, and the southern U.S.

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Blazek

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Some Dancers' Choreography for y'all! Let me know who I should do next :)

Selena Hamilton

Mother Of The House - Pave

Pop, Drop and Roll - Everleigh Soutas, Pave

Telephone - Regan Gerena, Project 21

Women - Anya Inger, Project 21

??? - Inspirantions Dance

Perris Amento

Don't You Cry For Me - Inspirations Dance

??? - Jasmine Cortez, Inspiration Dance

Lament - Delilah Hewitt, Project 21

Hey Boy - Chloe Mirabel, Project 21

Angels - Charlotte Watters, Project 21

Dyllan Blackburn

Lady Marmelade - Avery Olsen, OCPAA

Kiarra Waidelich

Wanted - Addison Price, The Rock

Django - Kennedy Blazek, The Rock

No Light, No Light - Alexis Mayer, The Rock

Lost - Athena Pacheco, The Rock

I'm In Here - Athena Pacheco, The Rock

Silence - Sasha Milstein, The Rock

I feel Nothing - Tiara Sherman, The Rock

No Choir - Esme Chou, Project 21

Crystal Huang

Through Dark and Light - Melina Blitz- Rock

Brady Farrar

Für Elise - Kya Massimino, Stars

Scherzo - Kya Massimino, Michael Savio, Stars

Distressed Endearment - Callaghan Johnson, Stars

Effervescent - Ayla Flowers, City Dance

Flute de Faune - Mikaela Cameron, A &A Ballet

??? - Lillian OMara, A & A Ballet

Changes - Ava Zisko, West Point Ballet

Ellary Day Szyndlar

Tears of an Angel -Sylvie Win Szyndlar, Club

Destanye Diaz

??? - Zoe Flores, Stars

What I Want To Say - Lili Veziroglu

Ruby Castro

Solice - Sophia Gil, Dance Town

Film Credit - Sophia Gil, Dance Town

Transforming - Sophia Gil, Dance Town

??? - Carmen Beiner, Dance Town

What is Love - Carmen Beiner, Dance Town

??? - Carmen Beiner, Dance Town

Written In The Sky - Kaitlyn Santos, Dance Town

Hymn Of The Win - Sophia Novo, Dance Town

??? - Arden Auerbach, Dance Explosion

ChaCha Heels - Arianna Amador, Southern Strutt

Black And Gold - Alexa, Dance Town

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Full disclosure I fucking love boomer comics. Not the "i hate my wife i hate kids damn liberals" variety but the single panel funny-pages-that-your-grandma-saved-for-you-when-you-visited Gary Larson Dave Blazek variety. They're genuinely funny and clever as shit.

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RADIX NATIONALS RESULTS 2023

TEEN PROTEGE TOP 32:

Aaliyah Landeaux - DANCE STUDIO C

Failenn Daley - THE COLONY

Simone Chambers - STUDIO 1

Riley Zeitler - WESTLAKE

Caleb Abea - LARKIN

Lexi Godwin - EVOKE

Kenzie Jones - DANCEPLEX

Audrey La France - NOR CAL

Delaney McCarthy - PAVE

Alexis Mayer - THE ROCK

Haileigh Brennan - IMPACT

Logan Marumoto-Kaleimamahu - 24-7 DANCE FORCE

Vadriana Romero - NEW ERA

Gage Davis - DANCE DELUXE

Victoria Johnson - THE ROCK

Addison Middleton - ACADEMY OF NV BALLET

Noah Roudreiw - CYPRESS

Ciana Ciulla - NOR CAL

Charlie Kautzer - NOR CAL

Emmy Claire Kaiden - EVOKE

Kennedy Blazek - THE ROCK

Logan Asuncion - NOR CAL

Kira Chan - ELEMENTS

Angelika Edejer - EVOKE

Cooper Macalalad - THE BASE

Angelina Elliot  - SUMMIT

Madison Ronquillo - NOR CAL

T Amari - ENCORE

Aaron Chang - PAVE

Avery Cashen - DISTINCTION

Coltrane Vodicka - EVOKE

Kylee Ngo - MELODIC REMEDY