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The 'People's Games' was a true London success
At the end of last year, I wrote a blog about what I thought the 2012 Olympics would be like.
I was convinced the British public, and especially Londoners, would give everybody a warm welcome and that they would help create a brilliant atmosphere for the athletes.
I predicted that the buzz would be better than Sydney in 2000 and Barcelona in 1992, the two Games I remember with the most excitement.
Well, London didn't just live up to those expectations, it surpassed them by miles.
These Games have been, by far, the best of the 13 Winter and Summer Olympics I have reported on and many of my international colleagues agree with me.
They were the "People's Games" because it was the public who got past all of the controversy over ticket sales and empty seats and did their best to get to the Games and cheer on everybody.
With respect to the rest of the UK, Londoners deserve loads of credit for this.
The fact is that people in the capital and the South East applied for two thirds of the tickets.
Festival atmosphere
It was largely Londoners who came into the Olympic Park on day passes and made the atmosphere outside of the venues so special.
And, although people did travel from the rest of the country and abroad to volunteer, it was mostly Londoners who did a brilliant job as "Games Makers" and "London ambassadors".
Sometimes in the capital, we live our days in black and white but for the duration of the Games, I lived mine in colour.
I witnessed a festival atmosphere in and outside of the Park which I've never experienced in London.
It was better than Sydney because the crowds were so excited for all of the sports.
It was better than Barcelona because they cheered on every sporting feat - not just from the Brits - and they took the Olympic spirit across a huge capital.
I remember Sydney and Barcelona for the noise and excitement and I will remember London because of the heart and passion which the public brought to every minute of the Games.
London will benefit from all of this in the long term.
More major sporting events are going to come to the facilities in Stratford because for the first time in our lifetime, we have superb facilities on our doorsteps which can be used by the public and elite competitors alike.
Obviously, there is loads of work to do to make sure the Park creates the jobs and homes which were promised and BBC London will be following the work of the Mayor's Legacy Corporation closely in the next few years to make sure that happens.
The future of many of the venues is already secure but there are still some important deals to be done.
We have questioned the big decisions taken by the organising committee, the Government (both Labour and the coalition), the Mayor Boris Johnson (and Ken Livingstone before him) and Olympic bosses in the past seven years.
Some have accused us of being negative about the Games because of that but it did the Olympics no harm by scrutinising everything, especially given the fact that so much taxpayers' money has been spent on the event.
Can the capital do it all again for the Paralympics? Now, that has never been done before.


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Japan Railway & Transport Review No. 31 (pp.44–54)
Railway Operators in Japan 5
Northern and Eastern Kanto Region
Yuichiro Kishi
Tokyo, the capital of Japan, is located in the Kanto region. Kanto faces the Pacific Ocean to the south and east, and is bordered by mountains to the north and west. It has an area of about 32,000 km² and is distinguished by the vast Kanto Plain. Much of the topography is flat or only gently sloped, with a rise in elevation of only about 100 m over a distance of 100 km north of Tokyo. Most people in Kanto live on the plain and although Kanto occupies less than 10% of Japan's total area, it is home to more than 30% of Japan's total population (about 125 million).
Overview of Rail Network
Main lines radiate out from Tokyo to major cities on the Kanto Plain like the spokes of a wheel. Branch lines link the main lines. Some of the main lines now forming the backbone of the rail network in northern and eastern Kanto were originally constructed in the late 19th century by private railways—mainly Nippon Railway, Sobu Railway and Narita Railway. The government nationalized most of these lines in 1906 and 1907 and they remained part of the government network until Japanese National Railways (JNR) was divided and privatized in 1987. East Japan Railway Company (JR East) now owns the lines which enjoy tremendously high passenger levels on most sections.
Railway Lines in Northern and Eastern Kanto Region
Photo: Tobu Railway's Isesaki Line running through areas that are not covered by JR East
Photo: JR East's Series E231 EMU serving lines like Joban Line in metropolitan area
(JR East)
Suburban Rail Links to Tokyo
The early development of Tokyo was characterized by a tremendous influx of people from other parts of the country. However, the postwar period of rapid economic expansion saw outward migration from the urban core to the suburbs (the so-called doughnut phenomenon). The mid-1960s saw massive housing development projects especially in Saitama and Chiba prefectures. Chiba New Town was one huge housing project started in the 1970s, and it (like other projects) encouraged further development in nearby areas. Small cities with their own identity in south Saitama and west Chiba were rapidly transformed into Tokyo satellites. Farming villages on the Kanto Plain first benefited from private rail services and then saw their local trains transformed into commuter trains heading to the cities.
Size and Financial Status of Railways in Northern and Eastern Kanto
Table: Passenger Volume and Density by Railway Company
Photo: JR East's Musashino Line forming an outer loop around the metropolis
Photo: TMG's Series 5300 EMU on Hokuso Kodan Line in Chiba New Town linking with Keisei Electric Railway
Photo: Yamaman's Yukarigaoka Line near Koen Station is the first AGT in Japan.
Changes in Commuter Patterns
The tracks of the Tohoku and Joetsu shinkansen were constructed in the same traffic corridors as the conventional Utsunomiya and Takasaki lines. When the shinkansen opened, the conventional lines lost many of their express and limited-express trains. Today, these two lines are operated by JR East mainly for workers and students commuting to Tokyo. The longest EMUs have 15 cars and operate at high frequencies. JR East has replaced older carriages with new stainless-steel cars over the last few years. It launched Rabbit rapid service trains on the Utsunomiya Line in 1988 and similar Urban trains on the Takasaki Line in 1989, reducing travel times by more than 20 minutes on the Tokyo–Utsunomiya and Tokyo–Takasaki sections. Another new and popular Home Liner service with reserved seating only uses limited-express rolling stock during the evening rush hour.
JR East's Series E231 EMU serving new Shonan Shinjuku Line and connecting northern and southern Kanto using freight track through central Tokyo
(JR East)
Photo: JR East's 12-car Series E1 on Tohoku and Joetsu shinkansen is the first all double-decker shinkansen rolling stock.
(JR East)
Photo: The 16-car Series E4 on Tohoku Shinkansen with a large capacity for carrying commuters
(JR East)
Access to Narita Airport
Narita Airport in Narita City (Chiba Prefecture) opened in 1978 because the older Tokyo International Airport (Haneda) had become far too congested. As a result, Kanto has had two major airports since 1978—Haneda for domestic travel, and Narita for international travel. About 17.5 million passengers used Narita Airport in 2001 with the total reaching 420 million since 1978.
JR East's Series 253 Narita Express now stops at stations on the Chuo Line in western Tokyo in addition to central Tokyo and Saitama and Kanagawa prefectures.
(JR East)
Photo: Keisei Electric Railway's first Skyliner started operation as link to Narita Airport in 1973 and this new Series AE100 came into operation in 1990
Tourism and Railways
Nikko in Tochigi Prefecture has been a popular tourist destination for centuries after Ieyasu Tokugawa (1543–1616), the first shogun, was enshrined at Toshogu Shinto shrine. About 6 million tourists now visit his shrine and the nearby Kegon Falls and Lake Chuzenji each year. The Kinugawa hot-spa district also gets many visitors. UNESCO designated Nikko's shrines and temples as a World Heritage Site in December 1999.
JNR's Series 157 was manufactured from 1959 exclusively for Nikko semiexpress services between Tokyo and Nikko.
(Transportation Museum)
Photo: Watarase Valley Railway operates open-air Wagon Trains during the sightseeing seasons.
Industry and Rail Freight
As the economy expanded, large factories sprang up in a number of northern Kanto cities, including Utsunomiya, Oyama, Ota and Takasaki. The companies laid spur lines to their factories to deliver raw materials and ship products; trains shunting in and out of the factories were a common sight. Freight trains ran on many lines but still could not keep up with demand. This encouraged JNR to build the new Musashino freight line in 1973 to bypass central Tokyo, which was heavily congested with passenger traffic. This freight line is now part of JR East's Musashino Line network. The huge Musashino Marshalling Yard began operations the following year and was heralded for its modern automatic controls. However, by the 1980s many factories were finding they could transport goods more flexibly by truck. Railways, too, where changing their freight-handling methods, switching from freight wagons to containers for door-to-door services. This rapid evolution was typical of Japan's transportation industry, where distribution channels can change very quickly. The Musashino Marshalling Yard closed little more than a decade after it had opened.
Local Railways Facing Uncertain Future
Roads in Greater Tokyo are generally jammed and finding a parking space is not easy. Many companies discourage their employees from driving to work, and regulations are being implemented in the inner city to reduce motor-vehicle emissions. Rail ridership is very high for these reasons and because there is an excellent network of JR, private railway and subway lines. Two regional companies, Kanto Railway (Ibaraki Prefecture) and Sobu Nagareyama Electric Railway (Chiba Prefecture), also enjoy good ridership levels, because their lines extend to commuter destinations.
Joshin Electric Railway's driver-only EMU is covered in advertising as an attempt to cut costs and increase revenue.
Photo: Most Choshi Electric Railway trains are driver-only single railcars formerly used by TRTA.
Photo: Chichibu Railway's three-car local train uses stainless-steel rolling stock formerly belonging to TMG.
Yuichiro Kishi
Mr Kishi is Curator of the Transportation Museum in Tokyo. He graduated from Tokyo Gakugei University in 1996 from where he obtained a Masters degree in 2000. His main research interests are the management history of local private railways and the history of museum development. He is co-author of Zenkoku torokko resha (Trolley Trains in Japan) published by JTB.

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Babe Ruth, Jackie Robinson or Mickey Mantle were 5 tool players. They are rare. Jeff Weiner (CEO @LinkedIn) shared the 5 tool player model at #Intalent that talent pros need to look for...
These are (email subscribers click through for pic) 1) technology vision, 2) business acumen, 3) leadership 4) resourcefulness and 5) product sensibility. In the business/tech world 5 tool players would be Bill Gates, Steve Jobs, Jack Welch, Sheryl Sandberg, etc. If you find or know 5 tool players, you are in a special club. Recruiting for talent is beyond the traditional narrow focused competencies and famous degrees. Build people up around the 5 tools.
What do the 5 tools look like for you? That can vary by industry or context, but work to make each tool better. Know how to leverage your strong tools and minimize your weak tools. Build a network of 5 tool players or close to being 5 tool players. I heard once that you are the average of your network.
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The famous Quaife ATB limited slip differential is one of the world's most popular performance upgrades for BMWs.
This unique device transforms the way your car applies power to the road, offering a stunning increase in traction, acceleration, cornering speeds and handling. The Quaife design will work flawlessly with all OE components, will not void your manufacturer's warranty, and comes with its own worldwide lifetime guarantee.
Do you have a welded differential in your BMW?
In 2007 BMW began welding the crownwheel gear to the differential (illustrated to the left) in some of their models, rather than bolting them together. This means that specialist machining and set-up is now required to part the crownwheel from the differential before a Quaife LSD can be installed.
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To avoid conversion downtime we can install or ship a complete Quaife LSD equipped differential in exchange for your stock differential. A surcharge deposit will be required, and then refunded upon return of your original final drive to us. You also have the choice of keeping your original.
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BMW differentials
There's something odd going on at BMW.
The last production BMW to be sold with the option of a limited slip diff was the E36 328i. Since then, LSDs have been the preserve of the fabulous M-Power cars. Unfortunately, those of us who choose a more comfortable but less extravagant and focussed BMW may well find that the standard power of the car easily overcomes the amount of traction available. This is especially true with late cars, equipped with run-flat tyres, and stiff suspension. For the first time, there is a cost effective option for those who want to enjoy maximum acceleration performance without compromising safety or stability. We now offer the world renowned Quaife ATB (automatic torque biasing) differential for the entire BMW range. Be prepared to wonder why BMW are not offering this amazing device…
What's that little flashing yellow light….?
Since the early 90's, BMW have added electronic torque limiting systems to every model range. Engines producing over 200hp can often experience loss of traction. In a rear drive chassis, this can lead to the infamous "through the hedge backwards" experience, so prevalent in the days of the E21 323i. BMW have continuously worked to eliminate this unwanted characteristic, but no amount of high tech Z-axle or near perfect weight balance can prevent the unwary or inexperienced driver from exceeding the rear grip available in all road conditions.
Add to this the inevitable increases in engine performance and capacity over time, and something had to give.
Enter the traction management system. With BMW, this started as a simple device that would cut power if the management determined that one driven wheel was spinning faster that the other. Fabulous idea, as many people found out while trying to pull away from a wet side street into a gap in fast approaching traffic, waiting for power to be restored, with a look on their face like they had just bitten into an unripe lemon.
Shortly after the introduction of this entertaining device, BMW then decided to omit the LSD from their model line-up. We guess that the thinking was, if the traction control is on the car, there's no need to worry about drivers overpowering the rear end grip, so we can save some cash. Of course if you were lucky enough to have sufficiently deep pockets, all M-Power cars still arrived properly equipped.
TC, ASC, ASC+T, DSC and whatever else down the line.
True enough, BMW have improved their traction management technology hugely since the first examples. Many of the latest cars are much less intrusive, and have a three stage driver selectable system (definitely on, nearly off, and definitely off). There's no doubt that these latest systems are hugely effective in stopping car/scenery interfaces, and the nearly off setting allows normal drivers to drive very close to the true limit of the car (which is "a good thing"). Moreover, BMW have added all sorts of clever additional facilities, such as brake drying, hill start, and integration with the ABS, to rid the car of all of those nasty results of a misjudged braking, steering or acceleration events. They even try to use the rear brakes to give a "virtual LSD" effect, albeit a very inefficient one.
How can a clever differential improve matters?
First of all, some definition is required. All "clever" differentials are designed to transmit maximum torque presented at the tyre contact patch with the road, which increases the force exerted on the road, and, as Mr Newton recognised, this increases acceleration.
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The Quaife ATB differential detects which wheel has the most torque being transmitted to the road, and biases it back to the wheel with the lesser torque. It does this mechanically, with no noise, drama, or wearing of clutches.
What types of trick diffs are available?
The ZF LSD is what BMW used all the way up to the M3 E36. It works, but has a couple of major downsides. Firstly, it has wearing clutches, which are costly to replace (BMW don't support the rebuilding of these, and would rather charge £1,600 or so for a new one). The second problem occurs during the aforementioned pulling away from a wet junction. The way this diff transfers torque to a spinning wheel can only be described as sudden. The differential actually locks up, effectively removing all the action of the differential. In this situation, the sharp transfer of torque is often enough to break traction on both wheels. Entry speed into the desired lane of traffic is somewhat improved, but at a heroic angle of attack, and with plenty of corrective steering angle. This diff can be purchased and modified to fit many BMW open differentials. The torque split varies (instantaneously!) Between approx. 5% -25% or more. (Tuners like 10-40%).
The BMW 'M' LSD, the ZF LSD and the Quaife ATB differential. The BMW M Differential is great, but given BMW own it, it cannot be sourced from anyone but them, and at some substantial cost. It is capable of being installed into non-M models, but is expensive to engineer onto other cars. It uses clutches plus a viscous coupling to generate the reduction of slip. It generates quite a lot of heat while it slips, and is wasteful of power therefore.
The Quaife ATB differential has to be the favourite. It has no clutches to wear out, has a lifetime warranty, and gently massages the torque away from the spinning wheel to the one with more traction and is capable of varying the torque split between 0 to 80%. Perfect! It is genuinely one of the very best tuning products we have ever encountered in our 30+years in the BMW tuning industry. No wonder Autocar said "As car addicts, we cannot allow the Quaife ATB to be ignored".
And the result is?
The little yellow flashing light is encouraged not to, and the car accelerates to its maximum potential, with total stability. The driver now has the option to use all of the power the engine can generate. It's difficult and expensive to tune current BMW engines for more power. It's even harder to convert that power to acceleration. Rest assured, the Quaife ATB Differential is an amazing solution, without compromise.
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illa Parma's garden is based on the Italian gardens of the seventeenth, eighteenth and nineteenth centuries. It is a series of interconnected rooms offering different areas to seek solitude and clear ones mind whilst wandering through controlled spaces dominated by shades of green.
When the original owner and founder of Villa Parma, Fabrizzio Crippa constructed his imposing home in 1864, he also established an equally striking garden. With the majority of the property planted under vines, Crippa masterfully interspersed the grapevines in the garden with vines on trellis; fruit, vegetable and tobacco plantings, plus mulberry, pear and chestnut trees and a vine walk. The result was an orderly yet artistic layout.
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The CAW reached a four-year tentative deal with Ford on Monday afternoon, narrowly avoiding a midnight strike deadline. The union's top brass announced Ford as its target negotiating partner over the weekend, identifying it as the Detroit Three company most willing to play ball.
"Ford has been most receptive to the concept of the extended new hire grow-in and appears to recognize that the union will not accept a permanent two-tier workforce," the CAW said in a statement Monday.
"Neither General Motors nor Chrysler seemed to be as willing to reach a deal – both have significant concession demands on the union, even to this day."
But there is good reason to question Ford's leadership role in the talks, according to Tony Faria, director of the Office of Automotive Research at the University of Windsor's Odette School of Business. The company may be more intent on harming its competitors than helping its workers.
Ford is in the best financial position of the Big Three, and has the smallest footprint in Canada — less than five per cent of its global auto assembly is in the country, compared to about 10 per cent of GM's and 25 per cent of Chrysler's. It can afford a deal that may damage its competitors — and by extension the CAW — down the road.
"Ford has the least to lose from an unfavorable contract with the CAW," Faria said. "A deal that's acceptable to Ford may not be acceptable in any way, shape or form to GM or Chrysler."
Faria said he noticed this same pattern during the 2008 negotiations, when Ford emerged as the lead negotiator and inked a deal that agreed to many CAW demands but was "very, very bad" for the car companies.
He suggested Ford executives are attempting to "throw the burden" on their two competitors, who will be dragged down by the expensive deal.
"The only thing I could figure afterwards was Ford was saying, well, we don't like it, but it's going to hurt GM and Chrysler a lot worse than it's going to hurt us."
This could spell trouble for Ontario's auto industry in the long run, according to University of Western Ontario economist Mike Moffatt. The union might win the battle in 2012 by securing a favourable deal with Ford. But it might end up losing the war, as all three car companies move operations to take advantage of lower labour costs in the U.S. and Mexico.
"The CAW has to walk a really fine line here," Moffatt said. "We're slowly going to see an erosion of the industry out of Canada. They need to find a middle ground for their own reasons."
Queen's University labour relations expert George Smith isn't so sure Ford is out to get Chrysler and GM. He said the company has a good working relationship with the CAW, and noted they have been leaders in other respects, such as the modern bargaining tactic of trading concessions for investment promises.
"They have a significant investment in production here. They have a brand. Unlike perhaps the NHL, they actually care about their customers a little bit here."
Even though Ford and the CAW have reached a deal, it will not necessarily buy labour peace. The union plans to ask Chrysler and GM to accept the deal as a pattern settlement, but it might not be as easy as usual, according to Moffatt. Chrysler has a taken a hard line in 2012 and may refuse to fall in line with Ford.
"They may very well push for further concessions. It's not out of the realm of possibility that the CAW may be either on strike or locked out of just Chrysler while having a deal with the other two," Moffatt said.


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Crumbed mussels
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|Flat leaf (Italian) parsley, chopped
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|½ cup
|Vegetable oil
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|1 pinch
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- For the dill mayonnaise, place all the ingredients, except the olive oil and dill, in a food processor and blitz until smooth. With the motor running, gradually add the olive oil until the mix is smooth and creamy. Stir in the chopped dill.
- For the Spanish shoestrings, preheat the oven to 200C. Slice the sausages and potatoes into the shape of shoestring fries, then toss them in a bowl with the oil and season with salt and pepper. Lay them out on two baking trays so the fries are not touching. Bake for 25 minutes, then remove from oven. Serve the "chips" and mussels on a Himalayan salt block (or platter).


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The short answer is to stay the course. Except for those employers offering minimum essential coverage plans to avoid the employer mandate penalty, not much will happen short-term to change the employer dynamic.
Also see: "Healthcare Reform | The SourceMedia Business Issues Scorecard."
Healthcare will continue to be driven through the employers. Cost pressures will continue to press forward the evolution of high-deductible plans, risk-based contracting and consumerism. The biggest challenge will be to facilitate these transitions.
My best estimate of what will change:
1) Since the employer mandate will disappear, so will minimum essential coverage plans. If they were only offered because the employer had to do so, the employers will discontinue these as soon as they can.
2) 1094/1095 reporting will stop, but it is probably too late to stop this year's upcoming requirement. Good riddance — what a waste of time and resources.
3) The Cadillac tax will be a thing of the past. Congress will seek to pay for indigent care by limiting the individual exclusion for healthcare benefits provided by employers. This will further facilitate the shift to high-deductible plans.
4) Medicare will not change. The politics on this are a losing battle for whoever takes it on. The Democrats' "Medi-scare" tactics will force Republicans to back off
5) Drug costs are going to come down. While pharma is a powerful lobby, this issue has too much momentum. Whether it's reimportation or transparency laws, something is going to give.
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Tiger Shroff and Disha Patani's relationship status has been fodder for gossip mills for long now. But the two continue to deny they are dating, despite being spotted together quite often. So, are they or are they not? we asked Tiger when we recently caught up with him. "Frankly, I've not bothered to clarify and I don't read the [news] papers much. But yes, I really enjoy my time with her [Disha] whenever we get to spend some time. She's a great person and I can relate to her [in many ways] because she's very much like me in the sense that she's not the social kind and is very into herself. She's sort of an introvert just like me and is here to work."
Reacting to their pictures that went viral after Disha suffered a leg injury, and Tiger was clicked by her side, he says, "She was injured and I was giving a helping hand. And it's not just about her, if any lady was injured, I would be a gentleman enough and help her cross the road, it is basic common sense. I can't let her just roam around with a broken leg — that would be ridiculous."
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All human community is rooted in God's plan that brings us into ever-widening circles of relationship – first with our parents, then our family, the Church, and finally a variety of community experiences. We cannot find fulfillment unless we have some community with others, a community in which we serve and are served, love and are loved.
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In the opening months of his Pontificate Our Holy Father, Pope Francis, has been encouraging us to lead with love. In a recent address, he said, "A Church without charity does not exist." Pope Francis explained that caritas [charity] is "an essential part of the Church" and that it "institutionalizes love in the Church". Caritas has two dimensions: one of action and a divine dimension "situated in the heart of the Church." (Address to International Leaders of Caritas, May, 2013).
Today, we celebrate the life and work of Saint Vincent de Paul who exemplifies the institutionalized love of the Church. Vincent de Paul lived in the early 17th century. As a priest and spiritual director to a group of wealthy Parisian women, he saw an opportunity to help them live their faith more fully through a deeper spiritual life and by working in practical ways to serve the most needy in the local community. This expression of caritas for the poor became an inspiration first in the formation of a community of priests called Vincentian Fathers and a community of sisters, the Daughters of Charity. From this beginning, with the support of the Church, the charism spread. In the Archdiocese of Washington, we are blessed by the Vincentian charism in the ministries of Saint Ann's Family Life Center, Providence Hospital and Elizabeth Seton High School. Many of our parishes have Saint Vincent de Paul groups which practice the ministry of charity, caritas, in our neighborhoods.
Each of these apostolates is grounded in a belief that authentic community begins by recognizing that every person has a transcendent dignity and contributes something to the life of the community. In and through their work, they contribute to building a civilization of love. As Pope Francis points out, caritas is not just for emergency situations for the ill or poor; there is also a need to care for the development of the people we serve. It is a love that comes to a person's aid but also a love that Pope Francis describes as "the caress of the Church to its people, the caress of the Mother Church to her children, her tenderness and closeness." (Address to International Leaders of Caritas, May 2013).
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In a high-potential market with sales revenues exceeding 3 billion euros in France, DP… am Group, an international key player in children's clothing, has decided to expand its offering on its website www.oclio.com. To showcase the widest product range in this sector, the e-commerce website opted for the launch of a marketplace to distribute childcare products from other vendors and manufacturers. From baby bottles to clothing, Oclio's marketplace offering also includes furniture and decorative items.
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Resolution passed in the Legislative Assembly on 28 May 2015, Votes and Proceedings No 09, Item 2 (6).
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(8) A message be sent acquainting the Legislative Council of the resolution and
requesting the Legislative Council to appoint five of its members to serve with the
members of the Legislative Assembly upon the Committee, and to fix a time and
place for the first meeting.
Resolution passed in the Legislative Council on 2 June 2015, Minutes No 09, Item 13 (6).
On the order of the day for consideration of the Legislative Assembly's messages of Thursday 28 May
2015 being read, Mr Gay moved:
(6) Joint Standing Committee on Electoral Matters
(1) That this House agrees to the resolution in the Legislative Assembly's message of
Thursday 28 May 2015 relating to the appointment of a Joint Standing Committee on
Electoral Matters.
(2) That the representatives of the Legislative Council on the Joint Standing Committee
be Mr Robert Borsak, Mr Ben Franklin, Mrs Courtney Houssos, Dr Peter Phelps and
Mr Peter Primrose.
(3) That the time and place for the first meeting be Thursday 4 June 2015 at 9:00 am in
Room 1254
Mr Anthony Roberts moved, That:(1) Paul Scully be appointed to serve on the Joint Standing Committee on Electoral Matters in place of Anna Watson, discharged.(2) A message be sent informing the Legislative Council.Question put and passed.


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Treasury Select Committee Member John Mann MP has said that today's report by the New City Agenda think tank shows the damage that was done to the FCA by the former Chancellor George Osborne.
The report by New City Agenda highlights the changes brought into the regulator following the sacking of Martin Wheatley in 2015 and George Osborne's new deal with the City which saw a change of approach to regulation.
John Mann MP said "This report shows the damage that was done to the FCA by George Osborne following his sacking of Martin Wheatley. George Osborne put the big banks' wishes before the public's need for a strong, robust and independent regulator."
John Mann continued "The task before Andrew Bailey and the new leadership is clear, they need to restore trust and ensure that they meet the challenges of Brexit and politicians need to give them the support and independence to do this."


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In this interdisciplinary session, students immerse themselves in Costa Rica's tropical ecosystems, learning how they are connected to the country's sustainable development strategies. The session culminates in a short research practicum examining the impact of tourism on rural communities and conservation areas, as well as the role of coffee farms in carbon sequestration.
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Spend the summer on an organic farm, surrounded by incredible biodiversity and unforgettable national parks and wildlife reserves of Costa Rica. These summer courses can be taken individually (4 credits) or in combination for a total of 8 credits. The combined summer program provides a comprehensive look into the sustainability of tropical ecosystems, as well as field research techniques for addressing conservation questions. Students participating in both sessions receive a $1,000 discount.
Students attending this program will be based at the SFS Center for Sustainable Development Studies in Atenas, Costa Rica. Click here to find out more about the Center and life at the field station.
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LOS ANGELES — XBIZ TV is pleased to announce an exclusive new video interview with the New Sensations production team of Eddie Powell and Jacky St. James.
Powell is the reigning XBIZ Award-winning Director of the Year – Body of Work, while St. James won Best Screenplay for "Torn" at the 2013 XBIZ Awards in January.
The duo also co-directed "Torn," the romantic drama that also received XBIZ Awards for Best Couples-Themed Release, Best Actor (Steven St. Croix) and Best Actress in a Couples-Themed Release (Remy LaCroix).
One of the reasons why the duo works is the obvious chemistry the two share on the set.
"While she's doing the acting coaching and running through lines and stuff like that, I'm in the other room putting together a shot and blocking it out, essentially," Powell said.
While "Torn" may be Powell and St. James' most acclaimed collaboration to date, this year's "The Submission of Emma Marx" was their most challenging.
"That was a little bit of a challenge because we hadn't shot like that before," he said.
St. James added, "We never got a break on that movie, not one."
Powell and St. James also revealed some early details about their next project.
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LOUIS VUITTON AIRY V POCHETTE LOUISE BAGAccessories
We've previously featured the Louis Vuitton Pochette Louise Air V Quilted Bag and we're doing another post because we believe it deserves some love and attention. So ladies, here's another feature but this time we're going to take a closer look at this beauty!
This latest LV bag features an airy V embossed finishing, reminding V of Vuitton. To achieve this illusion, smooth leather has been embossed witha thin foam backing, securing a light padded result. It might be easier said than done, and we are betting that it has undergone a rigorous process to produce such a beauty!
Now let's move on to the more detailed look on this LV gem. It features an embossed calfskin leather, which is why it has a smooth luxurious feel to it. The tone-on-tone edge dyeing and golden color metallic pieces makes it all the more chic and stylish. On the other hand, the signature LV clasp in the middle gives it the right amount of fancy. The chain strap is also convenient to use since you can easily convert it from a clutch bag to a n elegant shoulder bag.
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LOUIS VUITTON LOUISE WALLET WITH LV JEWEL CLASPAccessories
Louis Vuitton is well-loved all over the world for its craftsmanship and artistry over the years and each year, it never fails to bring out new styles for bag lovers to love and rave about. Take for example the Louise, it is a wallet with LV Jewel Clasp that looks absolutely a classic, perfect for carrying for both day and evening functions. But wait, did you know that this is the wallet version of the Louise Shoulder Bag with Chain which we featured before: Louis Vuitton Louise Bag.
We are definitely loving the glossy patent black calfskin that is made even sweeter by the LV initials clasp. It can be carried in the hand, thus making it an ideal partner for evening soirees and private events.
This LV wallet has 1 inside zipped pocket and 1 flat pocket, perfect for storing your cash and cards. It measures 9.8 x 5.7 x 1.6 (L x H x W) inches and is priced $2220 USD or €1550 euro via Louis Vuitton boutique.
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LOUIS VUITTON CHAIN LOUISE BAG WITH PYTHON CLASPHandbags
Are you looking for a bag that'll surely shine up above the rest? Well, the Louis Vuitton Chain Louise Bag is something you'd surely want the one for the job! If you're after a day-to-night friendly piece, we're pretty confident that the Louise bag can do the trick. As LV would put it, the bag 'combines sleek, smooth calfskin leather with a beautiful golden chain and opening clasp' – a classic design with a subtle twist…but what could it be?
In the not-so distant past, the bag had been reinvented into different styles – aside from its classic calfskin box leather exterior (with a plain gold hardware), it has been upgraded into a Strap PM Epi Leather piece and into a Sliding Chain version. You can click on the links below to check 'em out!
READ: Louis Vuitton Louise Bag Details
READ: Louis Vuitton Louise Strap PM in Epi
READ: Louis Vuitton Louise Sliding Chain
This Chain Louise GM version features (ta-da!) a 3D-like opening clasp in precious python, which plays along with the beautiful calfskin exterior. Inside, it's even better – it has six credit card slots and two interior pockets with one that's zipped securely. Also, since it has a golden chain, it gives you more options for carrying (hand or shoulder carry, it doesn't matter).
Measuring 16.1" x 12.2" x 2.8" inches, you can get your very own Chain Louise Bag with Python Clasp for $3,100 USD, €2,150 EUR, £1,760 GBP, $3,700 AUD, or HK$25,700 via Louis Vuitton online boutique.
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LOUIS VUITTON LOUISE SLIDING CHAINAccessories
A much-loved Louis Vuitton Shoulder Bag – the Louise is truly one of its kind. We received a lot of positive reaction when we released this bag on our site and its because this bag is simply gorgeous. No other explanation.
However, Louis Vuitton has decided to change the Louise Bag a bit and as the name already revealed it – it's the sliding chain.
Here an image of the original Louis Vuitton Louise Chain Bag:
Here's another image of the new Louis Vuitton Louise Sliding Chain:
Which one you should choose? Well, its just matter of comfort and what you like. But the sliding chain looks much chic'er and modern because the chain is in the outside. The golden hardware shines around the bag.
Another point to notice is the design of the chains. The Louis Vuitton Louise Chain Bag has a much more feminine chain while the Louis Vuitton Louise Sliding Chain is more masculine. It's bigger, more sophisticated and looks heavier (not that its heavier but it just looks like it).
Other basic element that we adore is the 3D LV logo signature on the front. The interior is slightly different than the original version – with 1 inside zipped pocket and additional leather inside compartment. The Louise Sliding Chain Bag is crafted with calfskin, measuring 8.3' x 5.9' x 1.2' inches, priced at $2200 USD, €1550 euro, £1500 GBP via Louis Vuitton boutique.
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Louis Vuitton Louise Strap PM in EpiHandbags
Before the Christmas is over, and before you've picked your Christmas gift, we want to re-write about the Louis Vuitton Louise Bag.
Just like the Speedy Bag, the Neverfull, The Noe Bag, The Louis Vuitton Louise belongs to the collection of the iconic's. It's a 'must have' handbag and it returns every single year in new colors and thus new experience. It's an accessory that will 'WOW' any woman – practical for day wear and can be transformed into a lovely feminine clutch at night. It's made with a removable leather strap, delightfully crafted in Epi Leather.
READ: Louis Vuitton Leather Guide
There's something black-on-black, you know, the body of the handbag in black as well as the hardware (or the closure). For the Fall Winter 2014 Collection, the Louise handbag is available entirely in black. But also new shades have been introduced like fuchsia and sky-blue.
The interior is made with 2 creditcard slots, with 1 interior zipped pocket and an additional compartment for everything-you-need-to-store at night. Measuring 7.9' x 5.5' x 1.6' (L x H x W) inches, priced at $1,900 USD or €1290 euro's via Louis Vuitton e-store or boutique.
Second Contest Review: A Louis Vuitton Replica Chain LouiseAccessories
When I received this review of the Louis Vuitton replica Chain Louise bag I was super eager to read it and take a closer look at the photos. The reason? This is the first Louis Vuitton Chain Louise bag review from PurseValley.cn so I was really curious to see how it looks like.
I'm sure you are curious to find out more about this pretty LV replica too, so below you can find the entire review for this purse.
"Hi Eva!
I bought the Louis Vuitton replica Chain Louise a few months ago. I took some photos with my phone, sorry for the poor quality…
I have to admit I was a bit nervous before I ordered it because I couldn't find much information on this bag on the Internet so I didn't know exactly what to expect. But since I trust your recommendations, I finally decided to buy it from PurseValley, I've heard more good than bad things about them. I fell in love with this pretty little purse so much that I knew I should have one immediately!
And now I can say I'm extremely happy I did it! This is not the first replica Louis Vuitton handbag I own but it's definitely my favorite! I love how smooth and luxurious the leather feels and looks! I love that the golden chain is so shiny and the large LV logo is just the cherry on top! The interior has microfiber lining just like the real bag and the zipped and slot pockets help me keep all my stuff organized, just like I like it!
I know that the stitching is essential when it comes to LV handbags and it was one of the first things I checked when the bag arrived but thankfully everything looked fine and neat. I wore this bag on a few special occasions and I always got a lot of compliments for it…so happy!
That being said, I'd love to add a new Louis Vuitton replica to the family, haha! Thank you for the contest!"
My dear, it's always a pleasure to hear from girls who are as passionate about bags as you are! Congrats on your beautiful purchase and good luck!
What do you girls think? Does this Louis Vuitton replica have what it takes to be the winner?
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Pure LOVE…I'm a Believer
In my life I have loved many. Even so, true love seems to elude me. I've read posts on social media written to people that sound warm, beautiful and filled with lots of symbols, exclamations and words of love, but I sometimes find myself wondering if it's true.
Most people I know are loving but do they love purely? Pure love is outward and not about ourselves. Relationships for some people are an extension of themselves and not about the people they say they love. Conditions and requirements they place on others are a form of control and not true love at all.
Many people say they love us only if we speak the same language, show up at the appropriate occasions, behave in a way they deem correct, and share in the same belief system. If you dare to speak your true feelings, these same people become indignant and storm out of your life. Even worse, they speak evil about us and campaign to get others to share their indignation in their need to be right.
In my lifetime, love has come and gone. Lifelong friends who have professed their love for me have vanished with hardly a spoken word. Even when the departure of friends and family is a mutual decision, the loss stings and is deeply painful. In reality was anything really lost? Was it pure love in the first place?
"I thought love was only true in fairy tales" are song lyrics that have been true for me. Friendships have recently entered into my life, showing me love and devotion that is breathtaking. These new friends simply enjoy me for being myself, without preconditions. My life is opening up in a deeply beautiful way and I am grateful. Endings are opening the door to beautiful new beginnings. I pray that one day pure love becomes the way of the world. "I'm a believer".
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Get your property looking fall ready!
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The end of summer is quickly approaching, which is why it's time to starting thinking about helping your lawn out of the pains of a hot, dry summer! Let's break it down:
Aeration is a process of puncturing the soil with small holes to allow air, water and nutrients to penetrate the grass roots. This helps the roots grow deeply and produce a stronger, more vigorous stand of grass. The main reason for aerating is to reduce soil compaction. The other benefits include:
For those reasons alone, aeration is a beneficial process that can help your lawn. After aeration, it's also a great idea to overseed. Overseeding is the spreading of grass seed over already existing turf. This can help the turf renew and fill in bare spots. Since we are located in a region where cool season grasses thrive, this is the best time of year to plant and establish turfgrass. Here are some benefits to overseeding:
All in all a healthy, strong turf is what will keep insects, disease and heat stress from ruining your lawn.
The folks at Garrick-Santo want to help prepare your lawn for the fall! Contact us to see how we can help you with aeration and overseeding.
Stay tuned for more information, tips and resources!
Hedge trimming is almost always best done during warmer temperatures. A couple of hedge variations might withstand cold and frost, but most will react poorly to having new cuts exposed to low temperatures.
During summer you can fine-trim as much as you want, periodically snipping outgrowth during the growing cycle will encourage growth and make it branch upwards. If needed, do two major trims – one in the middle of summer and the other towards the end.
Be careful when choosing what tools you use. Cheap tools often loose their edge fast and a dull blade can do more damage than good by squeezing while cutting, thus getting in the way of the healthy re-growth. To achieve the best result use hand pruners for the majority of the fine work, hedge shears with serrated blades for heavier branches and lopping shears for the thickest ones. If you do not have the proper equipment contact a professional.
• Hand pruners or secateurs – to be used for finer work
• Hedge clippers – preferably with serrated blade for heavier branches
• Pruning loppers – for the thickest branches
• Electrical hedge trimmers – double-sided for shaping or single-sided for the straight portions of the hedge.
To trim your hedges into an even, beautiful shape, you might want to use strings (or a measure laser) as guidelines. First you get rid of the "main offenders", large branches sticking out, then get down to the fine pruning. Hedge sides should be trimmed wider at the base to provide maximum light and sun for the exposed leaves. The hedge should resemble a vase turned upside-down.
So, what has to go? If you're trimming it down for re-growth you can focus on long branches in the middle whereas if you're just "fine-tuning" you can concentrate on shape, evenness and thinning out. Start from the top and work your way downward. Also remember to fertilize the hedge to give it energy and to stimulate further growth.
With these few tips – and a bit of old-fashioned, hands-down work – you should be able to achieve a good-looking, healthy hedge with a minimum of trouble!
When in doubt or if you not enough time, call a professional they will be happy to take care of this right away for you. They are trained to do this type of work every day.
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It's that time of the season again and yes, even your outdoor living spaces deserve some TLC! Here are some preventative maintenance steps you can take at this time of year to ensure your project continues to look great through this patio season, and beyond.
Sometimes the edge restraints do not have enough spikes installed to hold the pressure exerted by the paving surface, in which case additional edge spikes will need to be added. Be sure to lift any areas along the edge that need repair. Usually this is just a matter of a few stones along the perimeter. Be sure to clean the sides of the pavers before reinstalling. If you do not remove the sand from the sides of the stones it will be very difficult to get them back into place properly. If the joints were filled with polymeric sand you may find that it is stuck to the side of the paver. If this is the case, wet the stone to help soften up the sand and then use a putty knife to scrape the material off the sides of the paver.
If there is no edge restraint installed, you should consider installing some. There are a number of great "invisible edge" restraints available that are easy to install and are just spiked down into the base materials. It is very important that the edge restraint is sitting directly on the compacted granular base, not the soft soils surrounding the project, as the spikes will not hold in the softer materials. If you do not have a good base to spike the restraint to, you should do a little excavation and install a good stable base.
Identify the area that has been affected and mark with chalk. The most difficult part of this job is getting the first stone out! If possible, try to start at an edge and work your way to the problem area. If this approach is not practical then you can try a couple of screwdrivers down either side of a stone to pry it up. Blasting the sand out with a hose first makes this much easier. Always start with the smallest stone in the pattern, as it will be the easiest one to get out.
Once you get the first stone out, you can get under the other stones and the job becomes much easier. When you have removed all the stones, re-level the area with the appropriate amount of sand and reinstall the stones, taking care to clean side of all the stones. You can tamp the stones with a block of wood placed on the surface and hitting with a hammer. Never strike the surface of the stone directly as this can damage the paver surface.
For stains, or a paver surface requiring more serious cleaning, consider using a specialized concrete cleaner. The most import tip to remember with any concrete cleaner is to read the instructions. There are right and wrong ways to use these products. The wrong way will diminish the effectiveness of the cleaner and may even lead to discoloration of the paver. Test the cleaner in a small unobtrusive area to make sure you are happy with the results before applying to the entire surface.
When selecting sealers, you can choose between a high gloss sealer, which will enhance the color of your paving stones or a matte finish that will simply help protect the pavers. Also, if you are re-sealing it is very important to use the same sealant as originally applied, there are a number of different sealants out there all having their own formulas. One of the critical components of re-sealing is that the new coat should dissolve the first coat and bond together to create a consistent surface protection. If you apply different sealers, you may not get this bonding action or you may have a chemical reaction that will turn the sealant milky. If you do not know what sealant has been applied previously then do a small test of an obscure area of pavers and see how the new sealer reacts.
Following this little bit of preventative maintenance every year will protect your investment and keep it looking great for years!
Take the Time to Determine What to Plant.
Is your garden mainly in the sun or shade? Is your garden in dry sandy soil or wet clay soil? Once you're armed with that information, it makes your decisions much easier because it is critical to choose plants for the right sun and moisture conditions. If you choose native New England plants, you have some leeway with regards to soil and light conditions, so it's always best to go with native species if they are available. Plants for the Dry & Sunny Garden Plants like coreopsis, Echinacea (yes, it's the same stuff they make the cold remedy from) and day lilies will do well in sunny, well-drained soil with little attention throughout the season. So will beach roses (Rosa Rugosa), grasses and pine trees/bushes. A favorite New England native flower that thrives in these conditions is the Black-eyed Susan, often seen blooming on northern New England roadways in June-August. This native is also a perennial, bringing quality blooms to the garden for many years while spreading seeds for new plants.
Plants for the Wet & Partial Sun/Shade Area Garden
These gardens are much easier in some respects because more types of plants will grow (especially the annuals purchased at garden centers) under these more moderate conditions. Day lilies again are a good choice, because they grow well under almost any conditions, and their clumps grow bigger each year with more flowers. In the shade, there are a couple of very good choices, one being the Hosta and the other being Impatiens. Both can survive happily in complete shade all summer and both reward you with great flowers during the season. Planting the Hostas in the back allow the tall spiked flowers (18-24 inches) to provide the backdrop for the smaller impatiens plants and flowers. In more sunny areas with good dark soils and adequate moisture, vegetables will do their best as well as many of the non-native annual species sold in garden centers.
Source: http://www.gardeninginnewengland.com/displayArticle.aspx?id=6
Once seeds have sprouted, remove the plastic cover!
Place the containers in a bright sunny window (the sooner the better) and turn slightly each day. Or, grow them under fluorescent lights for 12‐16 hours per day. Space the lights as close as possible (about 5") above the seedlings; lift the lights as plants grow.
Plants will stretch to become "leggy" and weak without enough light, or if the temperature is too warm.
Tomato, pepper, eggplant, cucumber, melon and squash seedlings grow best at 60°F at night and 70°‐75°F during the day.
Water seedlings with room temperature water. Water sparingly until seedlings have become sturdy. Overwatering small seedlings can cause stems and roots to rot!
After large seeded seedlings have emerged, thin to 1 or 2 per pot by pinching off or carefully pulling out extra plants. After the new seedlings from small seeded crops have formed a couple of sets of leaves, do one of the following: (1.) transplant to individual pots or (2.) thin to make room for each seedling to have its own space, not touching its neighbor.
About one week prior to planting in the garden, gradually expose seedlings to longer periods of time outdoors. At the same time, reduce watering to a minimum, but don't let the plants wilt. This process will help the plants adjust to outdoor conditions and is called "hardening off".
In many areas of Massachusetts, the last frost date is usually around May 15th. Cool weather crops, such as broccoli, cabbage, lettuce and Brussels sprouts, can tolerate a little frost. Transplant them two weeks or so prior to the last expected frost date.
Wait to plant warm season crops, such as tomato, pepper, eggplant and cucumber, melon and squash until all danger of frost is past, when air temperatures and the soil temperature warm to 60° ‐ 65°F.


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"We're all just walking each other home."
-- Ram Dass
Nothing brings the brevity of life into sharper focus than the death of someone you know. Last week I attended the funeral of a person in my congregation, a woman I met at a dinner party some years ago and had chatted with at synagogue and various events over the years. Beverly was a generous, caring person, devoted to the arts and Jewish study, and always ready to help others. She had been married to the same man for nearly 59 years, had two adult children, and lived a very full and active life. Beverly died suddenly from a brief illness in her mid-70s, the news of which came as a shock to all who knew her.
The memorial chapel was filled to overflowing with mourners. Among the remarks and memories shared during the service that afternoon were two stories that especially resonated with me. Although coming from very different perspectives, each pointed to the same deep wisdom, a way of being in the world that becomes more and more essential as we grow older: Be present in the moment or, as Ram Dass has famously written, "Be Here Now."
The first story that illustrates this wisdom came from Beverly herself, as reported by her husband, Bill, who even in his grief had the courage to open his heart to the large assembly with tremendous grace. On his wife's desk, he said he had found a piece of paper on which Beverly had written a note about Abraham, perhaps jotted down after the Torah study group she attended after Sabbath services each week. It sounded like it came from the biblical portion "Lech Lecha" ("Go to yourself") in Genesis, in which God tells Abraham to leave his home and all that is familiar to him and go to the place that God will show him. I have always loved this portion because it seems to me that to follow such a command would be to practice great courage and faith. I don't recall Bill's precise words, but I think Beverly's note went something like this: Abraham, put down your rules. Leave them behind and go into the new world. The past is behind you, this statement seems to say, and now it is time to be present and trust what is to come.
The rabbi was the source of the second story. He spoke with great humility and emotion, expressing his feelings of regret as he told us about last time he spoke to Beverly. She had come up to him after services just a few weeks ago, he said, and asked to speak with him. She mentioned that she had never really had a chance to talk to him and wanted to tell him how much the congregation meant to her. His response was, simply, "We have time." The lesson for all of us, he said, which brought him and most of the rest of us to tears, is that, in truth, we may not have time.
To be mindful of the fact that life can end without warning at any moment certainly makes the desire to live more authentically that much stronger, but this is not the only reason for being present in the moment; it is also that the present is where life is actually lived. No matter how much we wish we could change the past, it is over; and no matter what dreams we may have about the future, it remains a fantasy. Only here, in the now, in this place, with the people that surround us, are we able to plan, create, love, forgive and appreciate the preciousness of being alive.
To "be here now" and to hold this mind-set as a fundamental axiom of life may be the very key to changing one's attitude toward aging, transforming it from a condition of inevitable decline to a period of profound gratitude and empowerment. For only at this moment can we cross the threshold into a new world, take full advantage of the free will we were given, and really listen to what someone wants to tell us.
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Stakeholder Analysis
Stakeholder Analysis can be completed quickly or it may take quite a bit of time, depending on how many stakeholders are associated with the problem and how complex their interests are. The simplest way to start this is to brainstorm a list of stakeholders, combine them into groups, examine the interests of each stakeholder, assess how powerfully they can influence the outcome, and describe how the problem affects them.
As this is being done, you are likely to hear comments noting actions that need to be taken as part of implementation—comments such as, "We need to be sure that we file for this permit by a certain date, otherwise we'...
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