The Federal Reserve has decided to keep interest rate near zero. Even though the economy is improving, they believe it is important to keep it here this coming Wednesday (past fourth quarters have not been the best). The fed is reported as saying "likely to warrant exceptionally low levels of the federal funds rate for an extended period" about the economic conditions. However, ome criticize that the rates will increase a bit sooner rather than later. Many stocks went both up and down after this announcement. The various Federal programs are being monitored quite closely, so people should not be as worried.
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
Federal Reserve #2
The Federal Reserve has decided to keep interest rate near zero. Even though the economy is improving, they believe it is important to keep it here this coming Wednesday (past fourth quarters have not been the best). The fed is reported as saying "likely to warrant exceptionally low levels of the federal funds rate for an extended period" about the economic conditions. However, ome criticize that the rates will increase a bit sooner rather than later. Many stocks went both up and down after this announcement. The various Federal programs are being monitored quite closely, so people should not be as worried.
Special Olympics Opportunity #5
The Special Olympics has a flag football unit that they do every year. In Elkhart County, there are two different groups represented. There are the more severe athletes who have special needs and the less severe athletes. Practices take place at a park near by Goshen College.
On September 24th, my friend and I went over to assist the more severe athletes. We first got there and honestly had no idea what to do. After a minute, we met the coach and told him a little about what we were here to do. Also, we asked him what he would like for us to do, helping the team.
First thing we did was stretch. He got caught up talking to the one of the head people, so I offered to lead stretches. This was pretty cool; we got to have some fun with the kids. Next, it was time to practice grabbing the flag. We got into two lines and took turns going. We had to stay inside this marked area until our flag was pulled. Next we stayed in these lines and practiced passing. Looking down at the other group, you could definitely tell the ability level was greater, but I do not believe the heart level. These kids want so badly to succeed.
After this, we got to work on a couple of new plays for the upcoming game they had. Everyone got a chance to be a different position. They were giving high fives and getting so excited. It was great to see them smiling and laughing.
On September 24th, my friend and I went over to assist the more severe athletes. We first got there and honestly had no idea what to do. After a minute, we met the coach and told him a little about what we were here to do. Also, we asked him what he would like for us to do, helping the team.
First thing we did was stretch. He got caught up talking to the one of the head people, so I offered to lead stretches. This was pretty cool; we got to have some fun with the kids. Next, it was time to practice grabbing the flag. We got into two lines and took turns going. We had to stay inside this marked area until our flag was pulled. Next we stayed in these lines and practiced passing. Looking down at the other group, you could definitely tell the ability level was greater, but I do not believe the heart level. These kids want so badly to succeed.
After this, we got to work on a couple of new plays for the upcoming game they had. Everyone got a chance to be a different position. They were giving high fives and getting so excited. It was great to see them smiling and laughing.
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