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Officer of the Week – Sergeant Timothy A. Roy

Remember September 11, 2001
Angels Among Us
Sergeant Timothy A. Roy
Shield 2926
Traffic Control Division Bus Unit
August 26, 2009

 

Editor’s Note: We at the Chronicle, will never forget those police officers, who have given their lives in 9/11. Each week we will honor one with their stories.

This week we feature:

Sergeant Timothy A. Roy
Shield 2926
Traffic Control Division Bus Unit

Timothy Roy was on his way to traffic court when he got the news of the World Trade Center disaster and ran to help. He was last seen in Building 5 helping a burn victim. “That was him. The first one on any scene. Right in there,” said his wife, Stacey.

Roy, 36, is a sergeant for the bus squad of the New York City Police Department. The lifelong Massapequa Park resident is a graduate of Berner High School in Massapequa. He and his wife have three children-Caitlyn, 10, Brittney, 7, and Timmy Jr., 3. Roy, a 16-year veteran of the police department, has eight siblings, including three brothers in the fire department and another brother who is a police officer. Among Roy’s awards is a unit citation for his work during the Crown Heights riot in 1991.

– New York Newsday Victim Database 2001

Source: NYP Angels

Patient of the Week – Talyn Conley

By St. Jude/PIO
August 25, 2009

Talyn Conley
2 years old

Diagnosis: Talyn was found to suffer from bilateral retinoblastoma in April 2008.

Talyn’s Story:

The first indication that something was wrong with Talyn came during a well baby checkup when she was 10 months old. Talyn’s doctor noticed a whiteglare in her eyes and sent Talyn and her mom to a specialist. The news was devastating. Talyn suffered from cancerous tumors in both her eyes, known as bilateral retinoblastoma.

Talyn was referred to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital right away. “We didn’t have time to go home,” said Talyn’s mom. “Once the doctor said weneeded to go to St. Jude, we got right on a plane. Our whole world changed overnight.” Within hours, Talyn and her parents were on their way to Memphis.

At St. Jude:

When they arrived at St. Jude, Talyn’s parents were full of worry, but St. Jude staff assured them that their baby was at the best place possible for her treatment. Talyn underwent seven months of chemotherapy and four laser surgeries on her eyes.

Talyn’s parents felt anxious about the cost of their daughter’s medical treatment, and they were understandably overwhelmed. Talyn’s dad said he would work three jobs if necessary to save his little girl.

But when they learned St. Jude provides treatment regardless of the family’s ability to pay, they were amazed and relieved. “We didn’t know that St. Jude helps out so much,” Talyn’s mom said. “It was a big load off our shoulders.” They were able to focus on what was important—getting Talyn well.

Talyn responded well to treatment. Her doctors are hopeful they were able to save her eyesight. In December, Talyn was able to return home in time for Christmas. She visits St. Jude every six weeks for checkups. Talyn is walking and talking, and has a new puppy with whom she loves to play.

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Source: St Jude Hospital

Firefighter of the Week – Assistant Chief Gerard A. Barbara

By Dan Samaria
Publisher/YC
August 25, 2009

A Dad and Yankees Lover

Since Sept. 11, scores of well wishers have packed the small Staten Island home of Gerard Barbara, assistant chief of the New York Fire Department. Mr. Barbara’s wife and two children recognize many of the faces, but not all of them. In an odd twist, they end up consoling some of the visitors, who appear lost. Many just want to hang on to any memory of the chief, who was widely respected and loved for his humanitarian spirit, said his wife, Joanne.

“People I’ve never seen before are saying, ‘You don’t understand, I loved your dad,’ ” said a son, Paul, 23. “I say, I do understand, he was my dad!’ ”

Mr. Barbara, 53, a 31-year veteran of the Fire Department, was one of the city’s highest-ranking supervisors. He was walking toward the lobby of the second trade center tower when the building collapsed.

Paul said that when he and his sister, Caren, were growing up, they had no idea that their father was an important member of the Fire Department, because he was just a dad who was wild about the Yankees.

Caren said: “If the terrorists think they have won, they haven’t. This whole thing just drove my dad deeper into our hearts. He died doing one of the things he liked best, trying to save people.”

Profile published in THE NEW YORK TIMES on October 4, 2001.

Source: Legacy

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G-Force

Movie Review: G-Force

by Kerry Bennett
August 27, 2009

Guinea pigs finally get their chance to prove they are more than just laboratory test subjects in this live-action/animated tale. Sporting attitude and the latest high-tech equipment, these furry friends are an espionage force to be reckoned with!

In-Depth Review

G-Force is rated PG: for some mild action and rude humor.

Size doesn’t seem to matter to the guinea pigs that make up the covert government agency known as G-Force. Juarez (voice by Penélope Cruz), Darwin (voice by Sam Rockwell) and Blaster (voice by Tracy Morgan) may be small, but they’re still a power to be reckoned with when it comes to military operations.

However, like many other federally funded departments, their backing is about to be cut. Without it, they will be forced to shut down before uncovering the criminal activities behind Leonard Saber’s (Bill Nighy) household appliance empire. On the night prior to their project’s termination, they launch an unauthorized infiltration mission into Saber’s mansion and steal a computer file outlining his plans for world domination. They hope the information will help save their program. But when the guinea pigs’ boss Ben (Zach Galifianakis) tries to open the file for FBI Agents Killian (Will Arnett), Trigstad (Gabriel Casseus) and Carter (Jack Conley), they discover it has been infected with a computer virus.

Without any positive evidence against the suspicious industrialist, officers slap a closed sign on the animal experimentation operation and the rodents soon finds themselves incarcerated in a pet store cage with a hairy, flatulence-plagued pig (voice by Jon Favreau) and psychotic hamster (voice by Steve Buscemi). Refusing to burrow into the wood chips while Saber initiates his villainous plot, the furry agents and their mole friend Speckles (voice by Nicolas Cage) design an escape plan and arrange to rendezvous at Ben’s address.

Their adventures outside of the pet shop though are often too intense for young viewers. Along with scenes straight from an action flick (car chases, breaking plate glass windows and the threat of being crushed), these rodents are attacked by automated machines with whirling blades and other deadly appendages. They are also subjected to actions that could easily be imitated by children. Feigning interest in the pigs, a young customer in the pet store picks up one of the critters and then intentionally throws him into a cage with a hungry snake. Another is put behind the wheel of a remote control car and driven at high speeds through an obstacle course and over a jump. While children aren’t involved with the following depiction, a rodent finds himself locked inside a microwave oven where he is about to be cooked. During their undercover operations, the tiny squad also faces frequent moments of peril involving attack dogs, detonated explosives, exterminators and armed agents intent on hunting down the escapees.

Yet for children comfortable with these types of action-packed escapades, G-Force offers some more thoughtful moments, particularly after the guinea pig project is abandoned. Believing in the importance of their mission and trusting in one another, the beady-eyed critters stay the course despite some disappointing setbacks. And although the script may sometimes grow a little lame, this film’s special 3D effects prove to be engaging from the first frame to the final clip.

Studio: 2009 Walt Disney Pictures / Jerry Bruckheimer Films. Visit the official movie site.

Content Details: Beyond the Movie Ratings…

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Source: Parent Previews

Editor’s Note: Kerry Bennett is interested in media from both a journalist and parent perspective. Along with authoring articles for several family-oriented publications, she has written for Parent Previews for nearly 10 years. She serves as Vice President of the Alberta Association for Media Awareness. She and her husband Garry have four sons.

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Hero of the Week – Country Star Keith Urban

By SJH/PIO
August 29, 2009

The patients and staff of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital^® received quite the unexpected and special treat this past June when Keith Urban stopped in to tour the facility and visit with the kids.

The country music star is a dear friend of St. Jude. His efforts and support have greatly contributed to the enormous success of Country Cares for St. Jude Kids, and this dedication has influenced his fan club to join Fans Care for St. Jude Kids in 2002.

An added element of surprise to the visit was the VIP reception that Keith received upon his arrival: waiting to greet him and thank him for his support were Marlo Thomas, Tony Thomas, Dr. William Evans, St. Jude Director and CEO, Dave McKee, COO of ALSAC and Rick Shadyac, newly appointed CEO of ALSAC.

Also gathered to greet Keith in the Chili’s Care Center lobby were many excited patients and their families. After spending time with all of his fans, Keith proceeded on his tour, led by Dr. Larry Kun, who provided insight into the advanced imaging capabilities that the facility offers.

Dr. Mary Relling then gave a tour of her lab in the Pharmacology Department. Keith continued on to the Bone Marrow Transplant Unit, where he gave patients a treat they will never forget: each patient received a handwritten message on their window, as well as some special one-on-one time with Keith. His love and passion has always been the Kids of St. Jude, and this was evident by the attention given to every patient he met.

As he wrapped up his visit and tour, Keith shared with St. Jude staff members that much of his inspiration has come from Randy Owen, longtime supporter of the hospital, friend of Danny Thomas, and founder of Country Cares for St. Jude Kids.

Source: Country Cares

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Parents of Adolescents

By Jim Burns, MD
August 28, 2009

Adolescence, the period between childhood and adulthood, has grown longer in our time. Kids are experiencing puberty earlier and staying connected to their parents later in life than previous generations. Thus, adolescence in many instances can be just as tough a season on parents as it is on the kids!

Recently, I interviewed Dr. Kevin Leman, the internationally known author and speaker for our radio broadcast, HomeWord with Jim Burns, about his new book, Running the Rapids. In the book, Dr. Leman wrote a chapter titled “20 Rules for Surviving Your Kids’ Adolescence.”  In this tip sheet, we’re passing along Dr. Leman’s rules along with some of my own comments.
Follow Through. I’m a big believer in disciplining with consistency. If you create an expectation and consequences for not meeting the expectation with your kids, follow through on it! By not following through, you send the message that your word isn’t worth anything.

Watch Your Expectations. All parents want the best for their kids. The trick is to help them set and then achieve their goals for themselves, rather than to expect them to live up to our goals for them.

Accept Them Where They Are. Adolescence is a very turbulent time for kids. They can be a roller coaster of moods, emotions and hormones all wrapped up together. If your daughter is brokenhearted over a “crush” that hasn’t worked out the way she had hoped, don’t belittle her or tease her over “puppy love.” Remember, “puppy love” is very real to “puppies.” Affirm their feelings. They are what they are – and they are real.

Take Time To Listen. This is part of what I call “The Power of Being There.” Your presence makes a difference. Kids see your presence and listening as a sign of caring and connectedness. Listening is the language of love. Listen to your kids. In doing so, you’ll be demonstrating honor, love, respect, empathy and acceptance.

Respect Their Choices. This is a tough one for parents. It’s hard to watch kids make choices that we don’t want them to make. Believe me, I understand. But, it’s our goal to move kids from dependence on us to independence, and this means we have to respect their choices. Obviously, in terms of choices, there are some areas where we would want to intervene, like drugs and alcohol for example. But, for the most part, in an age-appropriate way, we should allow our kids to make their choices and live with the consequences. Remember, one of the best ways to learn is by experiencing failure.

Ask For Forgiveness. When was the last time you asked for your child’s forgiveness? The parent who tries to come across as perfect is making a big mistake. In fact, you’ll probably be amazed at how much credibility you gain with your children when you’re honest with them about your shortcomings.

Respect Their Privacy. If your son is in his bedroom with the door closed – and you need to talk to him for whatever reason – respect his privacy by knocking on the door before entering. Of course, as a parent, you have every right to just walk on in, but a simple knock and asking if “now’s a good time” to have the conversation gives your son the opportunity to feel as though he actually bought into the process – rather than having it forced upon him.

Communicate Clearly. Good communication takes work. Make sure you work at listening to what your kids are actually saying. You might have to ask for clarification as terms and meanings change. Understand that you’ve grown up in a different time also – so be sure that your kids understand you!

Do The Unexpected. When it comes to discipline, be creative. No, you can’t beat kids over the head and force them to do things, but you can’t let them off the hook either. Dr. Leman uses the example of a child who was expected to prepare dinner. The child didn’t get around to it, so mom and dad went out to dinner alone and then took the meal’s expense from the child’s allowance. Dr. Leman says, “Doing the unexpected creates a long-lasting shock value.”

Talk About Potential Problems. This simply refers to talking issues over with your kids before they face them, like discussing with them when they’re eleven or twelve what to expect on a date and what problems they might encounter, rather than waiting ‘til they’re sixteen, on the eve of a first date.

Don’t Act Like A Teenager. You’re not one. Your kids know it. They are counting on you to act like a grown-up.

Give Them Choices. Adult life is full of choices. Help your kids move towards independence by making sure they have opportunities to make choices and to learn from the consequences of their choices. While practice may not make perfect, giving kids choices will help them learn how to make good decisions.

Don’t Snowplow Their School Road. This refers to allowing kids to be responsible for their own homework and school activities. Too many parents get involved in helping their kids with these – and unintentionally get in the way of the growth process their kids need to experience. While your kids need your encouragement, make sure you are teaching them about accountability and responsibility through their assignments and commitments.

Don’t Show Them Off or Embarrass Them. Okay, as parents, we tend toward one or the other of these extremes. Either we want to show off our kids for what a great job they’ve done on something (it makes us feel good about ourselves, make no mistake!) or we embarrass our kids in front of others because they’ve messed up or disappointed us. There are times for praise and times for rebuke, but make sure these are done in the right place and the right time.

Don’t Pick At Flaws. Teens are painfully aware of their shortcomings. Generally, they don’t need parents to remind them constantly of their weaknesses, failures and flaws. Nagging and criticizing doesn’t make the list when it comes to effective parenting skills!

Don’t Spit In Their Soup. Dr. Leman says that this is “when you add a little tagalong that has no other purpose than to make your teen feel guilty.” An example: “Sure son, you can go to the game tonight. I’m glad someone in our family gets to go out and have fun. I’ll be mowing the lawn.”

Don’t Talk In Volumes. Some parents just lie in wait for an opportunity to unload verbally to offer advice and instruction. Don’t make every moment in life a “teachable” one. If your child needs new shoes and asks for them, you don’t have to explain the proper way to walk to maximize the life of the shoes.

Don’t Smother Them With Praise. While I think appropriate praise is important, if you heap too much praise on kids, they can hear the unintended message that you love them only when they perform at a high level. Find ways to praise and encourage without tying it to a specific performance or building up unrealistic hopes.

Don’t Make Icebergs Out Of Icicles. Just a reminder to season your parenting with grace. We all make mistakes. We all have fallen short. Learn to extend the same grace to your kids that you would like others to extend to you.

Handle Hassles Healthily. Conflict between parents and kids from time to time is a fact of life. These times can either be a path to communication blockage and unloving behavior, or it can be a path to deeper communication, greater understanding, and loving behavior. Working through the conflict takes more emotional involvement than avoiding conflict, but it is the loving way to care for yourself, as well as your child.

Editor’s Note: Adapted from the book, Running the Rapids by Dr. Kevin Leman

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