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Waiting for Godot (Pt 1)
Frank Phipps, Guest Columnist
If recent events serve to enlighten members of parliament, ministers of government, and the judges in the courts on how poor blacks are treated in Jamaica in the name of law and order, Mario Deane would not have died in vain. It is from them that he expected his personal security and to them we look for peace and prosperity.
To our shock and horror, we have come to realise that the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF), the principal agent of the State entrusted to enforce the rule of law and protect us against crime and violence, is itself now involved in what it was sworn to prevent. The media are constantly reporting allegations of corruption and extrajudicial killings by the police that worsen lawlessness.
Although there has always been some mechanism to ensure that the JCF is investigated and brought to justice whenever it acts ultra vires, between 1999 and 2010, approximately 2,000 persons were killed by the police. The number increased annually, from 65 in 1999 to 286 in 2010. This rise in police misconduct had reached such an alarming level that something had to be done about it. Cleaning up the police force is a must as part of any plan to uphold the rule of law for peace to prevail.
So it is that INDECOM was established in 2009 by the Independent Commission of Investigations Act as a commission of Parliament to undertake investigations concerning actions by members of the security forces and other agents of the State that result in death or injury to persons or the abuse of the rights of persons.
The introduction of INDECOM is not an end to the process for peace, and without peace, there will be no prosperity. It must be recognised, however, that in the fight against crime, the JCF is seriously handicapped by the unfriendly society in which it operates (not without reason); the frequent tragic events in which the police are involved generate unconcealed hostility towards them, making their job so much harder. While waiting for divine intervention, the police and the whole society could well do with a moral rearmament for peace to prosper. Anyway, there will always be a price tag for whatever is tried.
We get what we pay for
The JCF provides only one of the services the State must guarantee as a basic human right for all persons in Jamaica, especially for the socially disadvantaged. It is no secret that underfunding is common among most, if not all, the agencies of the State with responsibility for citizens' rights and welfare. Their poor condition frustrates the efforts to pursue a path for peace and prosperity as the ultimate objective of government. This underlying situation invites a general question: Can we do better with what we have to run the country with its many and varied problems in a weak economy?
The president of the Private Sector Organisation of Jamaica, in the Sunday Observer (July 13, 2014), identified what he says is required for better results in governance of the country:
"A critical area of governance that we need to get right is the re-establishment of the rule of law. The three basic components are minimisation of crime; timely, fair and effective justice; and elimination of corruption."
Identifying a problem is half the solution; dealing with it is the answer.
The costs for ridding Jamaica of crime and other barriers to prosperity are crucial for dealing with our problems. Maybe we are looking through the wrong end of the telescope where we see how our limited resources are used to maintain the myriad public bodies of government, spending too much on too many of them without getting the desired results. Whenever there are new problems, we react by creating new agencies that will also require funding.
What we fail to see is the bigger picture showing the urgent need for funding to relieve the degrading and demoralising poverty in which many of our people exist without hope and to guarantee their rights even in their poverty. How can anyone expect to live in peace in a country with those conditions, while a financial institution can boast a net profit increase by 29 per cent for the third quarter to June 2014? Super-profits and super-poverty breed crime and insecurity.
Wanted: a more discerning government
We pay for Central Government with 20 ministers and departments of government to run the country, assisted by ministers of state. They share public administration with 14 local governments - one for each parish, except St Catherine with two, and Kingston and St Andrew joined as one to form the KSAC. The Gleaner wrote in its editorial July 7, 2014:
"The KSAC is normally a lazy, effete and mostly somnolent institution. In some respects, it's more tolerable that way. For when its leaders are awake, it is largely to remind citizens of its incompetence."
Government is committed to restructure local government without hearing from the people whether they should be abolished altogether as a way to reduce the costs of administration, a major barrier to prosperity.
In addition to the 14 local governments and six commissions of Parliament as ombudsmen, there are 191 active public bodies and innumerable consultants, all to partake with central Government to manage a country of less than three million people, but we still don't get it right. The persistent demands for peace and security, and a better way of life for all the people remain largely unsatisfied.
The Gleaner, April 13, 2013, reported the level of discontent:
The Jamaica Civil Society Coalition ... said it deplored the poor management and lack of accountability that continue to be shown by "too many of the nation's elected representatives, ministries, departments and agencies". "We find it totally unacceptable that in this time of hardship, public officials continue to disregard their duty to ensure lawful, prudent and transparent management of the nation's resources." ... "Sloppiness and corruption in the management of the country's affairs" have been the major contributors to Jamaica's declining fortunes and erosion of trust and confidence in public officials over the past several decades.
Poor management and lack of accountability can only be dealt with by correcting the way in which resources are allocated and disbursed to run the Government and its surrogate agencies in a lawful and meaningful way.
See Part Two next week.
Frank Phipps is an attorney-at-law. Email feedback to email@example.com.


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Strong winds, heavy rains and tornadoes can spread well-inland.
Max Mayfield
Forecasters are predicting another above-average hurricane season for the United States.
We are looking for a season with 12 to 15 named tropical storms, seven to nine of those becoming hurricanes, and three becoming major hurricanes meaning category three or higher, said Vice Admiral Conrad C. Lautenbacher, undersecretary of commerce for oceans and atmosphere and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association (NOAA) administrator.
Officials from NOAA, the National Hurricane Center (NHC), and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) made the announcement Monday afternoon to kick off National Hurricane Awareness Week. The speakers all emphasized the same basic advice: Be prepared.
Last year reminded us that hurricanes and tropical storms are far more than just a threat to the coastal regions, said Brigadier General David Johnson, assistant administrator for Weather Services and director of NOAAs National Weather Service.
Hurricanes are not just points on a map, they span hundreds of miles and have widespread impact.
Max Mayfield, director of the NHC, agreed.
Strong winds, heavy rains and tornadoes can spread well-inland, he said, noting that flooding and tornadoes occurred from Florida to Ohio, Pennsylvania and New Jersey last season.
Mayfield added that while hurricane forecasting is improving every year, a major lesson learned last year involved the NHCs forecasting track. Our number one lesson learned involves the cone of uncertainty because we know we cant predict the exact point of landfall, he said, referring to the forecast graphics the NHC produces.
A hurricane is not just one point or a skinny black line.
This is why the public needs to have a plan, he noted.
Everywhere I went in Florida last year, I heard the same thing: people who had a hurricane plan did better than those without a hurricane plan, said Mayfield. So why would someone want to wait until the last minute to plan?
FEMA Director Mike Brown also spoke about the vast expanse of the United States that was affected last season.
More than 600,000 square miles were affected by hurricanes last year, he noted. FEMA registered and helped 1.7 million people last year, which is four times the number of people FEMA normally gets in an average storm season.
That increase in assistance could continue for some time. Vice Admiral Lautenbacher said the shift in above average hurricane activity occurred in 1995, and that it could continue for 10 to 20 years. This is a result of our ocean and atmospheric reaction, he explained. More research is needed, and were working on ways to improve our forecasting.
In the meantime, the speakers all agreed that the bottom line for the public is preparation.
The battle against the hurricane is won now, not when the hurricane comes knocking at your door, said Mayfield.
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Posted 3/24/2006 11:41 PM (GMT -6)
i am a terrible speller when i "type" so bear with me.
migraines started in middle school. ped told my mom i had school-itis!
pain is real by the way- i think pain causes depression and that is why they want us to take anti-depressants. during teens and twenties and early 30's had 4 a month lasting days... could not function let alone take care of my son! he was very quiet! bless him!
i am going to be 37 next week and feel pretty good MOST of the time. i have one every 2 or 3 months now and haven't gotten the er shot- dem and phen in years. mine come with the aura- little sparkles.
things that gave me my life back:
1- know thy triggers. mine are pms, changes in barometric pressure, alcohol (too much!) mascara, some foods, lack of sleep and certain smells for god's sake!
2- chiropractic adjustments. saw a dc after a horrible car wreck and noticed they diminished a lot when i was treated for whiplash/back strains...i get them all the time but am a massage therapist who works with one BUT most insurance plans cover. don't get all the pt- the adjustment will do fine- my neck is always getting out of whack and i swear it can help!
3-catching them EARLY is key, taking something and laying in dark, quiet room with an ICE pack. the cold shrinks superficial blood vessels in the head. i don't hope it'll pass if i get the feeling- go for otc/dark rest and ice pack asap.
4- calcium-magnesium supps. act like a beta-blocker with no side effects. * take daily at night- take multi in the morn bc B vitamins interfere with your ability to digest. also acts as a calmer and helps you relax- remember "warm milk"? also * get calcium that's say 600 and mag at 300. mostly find it as 500/250 but gnc has 600/300. u want the mag to be half the calcium.
5- sleep- lack of will kill ya.
6- massages- many schools have student clinics if cost is an issue. i myself, am in big believer in bartering and will trade a massage for all kinds of services! just ask one.
7- i will have to come back- lil sis out drinking with her friends and needs a ride home...
KEEP THE FAITH- I will come back and tell you all i know- spent YEARS- like half my life figuring these out! get offended when non-migraine people call them HEADACHES!!!!!!!!
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Posted 3/25/2006 2:27 AM (GMT -6)
well- sis is home safe and sound. think i am the only one around here this late. i am in the greater cincy area. hope everyone finds their strategies. the above have changed my life. if i can't catch it early, i like axert and relpax. above all , i have to stop and take care of me and not ignore it as it arises.
i also notice AFTER a busy weekend, drama or trauma that life brings- i must take it easy as it seems when prob settles down or event is over- the migraine will crash in.
migraine is hard to treat because the triggers are as varied as the individual. keep a log on your calender- that helped me find my own patterns!
if you get a sudden severe headache like you have never felt before and not previously diagnosed with migraine- have someone take you to the er asap. could be life threatening.
the pain is real so don't let anyone tell you that you are crazy. listen to your bodies.
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Posted 3/27/2006 3:40 PM (GMT -6)
Good post. I am glad you have gotten things under control. It is as heck of a process!! I wanted to add that it is so amazing to me how migraines will hit when the stress is on the way down. That was probably the biggest surprise to me. I always just assumed I would get them in the middle of stress at the highest peak. Nope . . . I get them Thursday or Friday of a stressful week. When I am winding down for the weekend they show up. I guess on the positive side at least I miss less work that way.
Thanks again for the ideas and things to remember.
Take care,
BTW Happy Birthday
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Posted 3/28/2006 5:45 AM (GMT -6)
Hi there,
I have to say that it is wonderful to sit here and read that other people are experiencing the same things that I am, I would never wish Migranes upon anyone.. it is just great to know that I am not the only one.
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Total Posts : 62
Posted 3/28/2006 1:11 PM (GMT -6)
don't you hate when people say, "i get headaches all the time- take some aspirin" basically- quit whining!!!!!!
i guess the let down is God's way of letting us get thru tough times. maybe the adrenaline keeps us going... who knows?
really the cal-mag is a godsend.
take care everyone and hang in there!
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Posted 3/28/2006 3:02 PM (GMT -6)
Thanks for sharing your story. I am new here and wanted to share with you what has helped me. I started getting headaches when I was 10. At 19 I started getting mirgaines once a month. 2 years ago I started working at a daycare and was sanatizing with bleach daily. My migraines went from once a month to 3 times a week. The doctor put me on amitriptyline at night. This helped and I was back to one migraine a month. Well six months ago they came back with a vengance! The doctor upped my dosage, but that wasn't helping. I did some research and found out that toxins can cause migraines as well as other health problems. So I found a company that makes safer cleaning and personal care products. I switched out my home and got on the vitamin pack this company offers. I haven't had a migraine in 3 months!!!!!!!!!!!! I am no longer working at the day care so being away from the bleach has helped a lot.
You mentioned that mascara bothers you. I know that cosmetics have lots of toxic chemicals in them maybe that is the problem. Just a thought!
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Posted 3/28/2006 8:38 PM (GMT -6)
Sounds familier. The smells are my worst trigger. I get "perfume" and other scent migraines that have just about
done me in. Trying to get people that doen't suffer from migraines (and even some that do) to understand that their perfume gives you a migraine -- well, it is enough to give you a migraine. I have had to change jobs three times in the last year because of it. I'm starting work next week at a very small firm that is headed by someone that also gets perfume and scent migraines, so I'm hoping this will help.
It really limits your life to suffer from scent or smell migraines. I can't go to any "gala" events, or even the movies or grocery store without getting "slimed" with perfume and/or cologne and it has caused me severe depression, etc. from the constant migraines.
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Posted 3/29/2006 9:56 PM (GMT -6)
business owners really should have a no perfume policy. some do but mostly in service related fields. i don't think people in hr realize it's an issue at most businesses.
was on a chair massage gig at son's school for teacher appreciation. had a "christmas
cookie" candle going and woman got ill. i don't use them on out calls anymore.
love mascara but you r right- even the gentle ones get to me! miss it as i don't wear much anyway and if i had to pick one type of make-up, it would be mascara.
hang in there and keep your logs. ( i just wrote mine on the calander in the kitchen)
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Integrated End-to-End Procurement
What is it?
Unit4 Business World Procurement is part of a fully integrated financial management system solution that supports, automates and standardizes all stages of the indirect purchasing and procurement cycle – from requisitioning to paying vendors. These include: the initial identification of a need for products and services; expenditure approval; electronic data and information exchange with suppliers; goods delivery; expediting and inspection; invoice matching and payment settlement.
Who is it for?
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Employees are given a single, easy-to-use screen for procurement of goods or services. The same screen is used, whether ordering: electronically, from a marketplace; traditionally, by paper order; or from another department or area of the business. Business World Procurement will automatically identify and apply the correct buying process specified for a particular employee or role. This boosts adoption rates internally and externally, as well as improving visibility of the purchasing cycle.
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A single, centralized procurement management system provides the basis for clearer, more complete and accurate analysis of the organization's suppliers and spending patterns, enabling you to aggregate spending via preferred or strategic suppliers and negotiate better terms and prices.
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Business World's Workflow tools tailor authorization and approval to match the requirements of each particular organization, department or type of spend – making the process as simple or as multi-layered as you need it to be. For example, Workflow automates the transfer process from requisition to purchase, eliminating manual intervention. Workflow's ability to manage and monitor any combination of step-by-step or simultaneous authorization procedures reduces cost and time – eliminating over-spending, which is especially important in today's climate of fiscal restraint.
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"Imperfect action is always better than perfect procrastination" –Brandon Barber Coaching Group
Procrastination is born of fear – in this case, fear that it will not be done perfectly or fear of failure. When we are motivated by a need to do things perfectly we run the risk of not doing these things at all. Sometimes it is better done than perfect.
Here are seven steps to help you ACT NOW:
Step 1: Be True to You
When striving for perfection, we often put our needs and wants aside to live up to the real or imagined expectations of others. Focus on your own dreams! Identify what you want, and then break those goals down into small daily, weekly, or monthly increments
Step 2: Set Realistic Goals
Whenever you feel anxious, unhappy, or scared about a task, ask yourself whether you've set a realistic goal. Your emotions may be telling you that you are trying to achieve an unrealistic outcome.
Step 3: Focus on the Process
Start thinking about small process oriented goals instead of larger outcome oriented goals. When you fall in love with the process, your results will follow.
Step 4: Change your Verbiage
Instead of talking about all of the tasks you have to do, start saying get to, want to, and choose to. Choosing to complete an activity helps sustain motivation.
Step 5: Identify your Time-Wasters
Keep track of how you are spending your time for one week. Write down everything you do and how long it takes you do it. You may be shocked to discover how much time you waste watching tv, texting, surfing the web, etc.
Step 6: Set a Timer and Reward Yourself
Break down a large task into small increments. Take a task you have been putting off and schedule a specific amount of time per day (or per week) to work on it. During that time period, focus only on that task. If you feel you did the task without interruptions, reward yourself with something small.
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I now have 25 years experience as a litigator in Family Law in Ottawa. Many of my cases involve spousal abuse, both physical, emotional and economic. This often means emergency court action for restraining orders and possession of the home, and later on for child and spousal support. It also means replacing the emotional, and economic power balance so that the matter can settle later on.
Over the years I have learned that most cases do not actually go to trial. Most cases settle well before trial, with most of the rest settling on the eve of trial during the pressure of a last chance Settlement Conference. My goal for my clients is to put them in a position so that they can settle fairly (and advantageously) without having to go through the financial and emotional stresses of trial, and if the matter does go to trial, to obtain that result as efficiently as possible. The ultimate goal is to obtain a decision that my client can live with, without having to go through a future of motions to change and further trials.
Custody Negotiation & Litigation
The most important issues with respect to custody, are those with respect to decision making powers, often described as sole or joint custody, who gets to make what decisions and how much consultation or cooperation is required between the parties before a decision can be made. Decision making powers become especially important where there are issues of control or abuse and where one party cannot communicate or cooperate in raising the children.
Access Negotiation & Litigation
Sole and joint custody (decision making rights) are often confused with access rights. Access is the right to spend time with the children, not the right to make decisions about them. Access is also important where there are issues of control or abuse, and especially where there are problems which may require the supervision of access, such as violence to or around the child, drug or alcohol abuse, or psychiatric issues. Evidence of violence and abuse is often difficult to obtain and requires working closely with counsel to obtain and preserve the evidence. It can also involve working with the police and CAS and other agencies.
Mobility & Travel Issues
Mobility issues usually involve the right to move with the children, either within Canada or to another country. Mobility and access become especially important when a parent plans to travel out of the country with the children and there is a possibility that they will not return with them. This situation requires action in court to prevent the parent leaving with the children and/or to put in place assurances that they will return with the children. Travel issues also arise when one parent refuses to let the other parent travel on vacation with the children.
Child & Spousal Support
Child support is calculated according to the Child Support Guidelines (see link below) of the province of the payor parent. Spousal support is often guided by the Spousal Support Guidelines. The Spousal Support Guidelines are guidelines only, and give a range of payments and duration, but are often followed by the courts. One of the most contentious issues is the calculation of income for a support payor who has undisclosed income from self-employment or tips.
Property Litigation
After custody and access, property issues are one of the most emotionally and financially difficult issues for parties to resolve. In Ontario the parties are required to equalize their net family properties. This means sharing the increase in value over the term of the marriage (from the date of marriage to the date of separation). Professional valuations of property, such as homes, pensions and business interests can help resolve many of these financial issues. Valuation of debts can also be contentious, especially debts are claimed to close family members.
Motions, Case & Settlement Conferences, Trial & Other Court Appearances
Cases usually begin with an Application or Motion to Change a previous order or agreement. The first step in any case is the Case Conference, held before a Master, who will make orders with respect to disclosure required for any motions or trial. As the eventual trial will be over a year away, parties often need to bring motions for interim orders (until trial) to obtain support and access, Before a trial the court will hold at least one Settlement Conference, where a judge will attempt to help the parties settle the case. If the parties are unable to settle the case, it will be set on a trial list, usually of two weeks duration, and the case will be called to trial during that two week period.
Office of the Children's Lawyer
Often the court will ask the Office of the Children;s Lawyer to appoint an independent social worker (paid for by the province) to do an investigation of the family situation, and report back to court. This report usually aids the parties in their settlement discussions.
Negotiations Towards Settlement
As almost all cases settle before trial, it is important to consider negotiations throughout any litigation. In cases involving abuse it is important to ensure that the abuse victim is truly ready to negotiate and that the power imbalance is restored before meaningful negotiations take place.
Children's Aid Representation
CAS cases present special challenges and difficulties and require special experience and dedication.
Preparation of Minutes of Settlement
Preparation of Minutes of Settlement may seem simple, but it is important that they reflect both the words and the intent of the negotiated settlement.
Appellate Cases (Divisional Court of Appeal and Court of Appeal)
Judges do make mistakes. Unfortunately, those mistakes are costly to the people involved in their cases. There are two courts of Appeal from Superior Court Family Branch, one in Toronto (the Ontario Court of Appeal) and the other sitting throughout Ontario (the Divisional Court of Appeal). Each has different jurisdiction and rules. Appealing any case is complicated and expensive.
Legal Aid
I accept some Legal Aid cases and am on the Legal Aid Domestic Violence Panel.
Ontario Child Support Guidelines Calculator
Mr. Robie Loomer was recommended to me because of his proven rate of success in dealing with difficult cases. Mr. Loomer undertook my divorce case, and won it despite other lawyers' belief that it was a lost case. During the case, I learned of, and benefited from his multiple strengths: his thorough research, his dedication to his client, his strong ethic, and his knowledge of legal matters.
I strongly recommend Mr. Robie Loomer, as he is a gifted and passionate lawyer.


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from The Confident Stitch in Your Inbox
When will my order ship?
Web orders will be processed during business hours and shipped the same day if they are received before 2:00pm MST, Monday through Saturday. Orders received after 2:00pm MST, or on Sundays/holidays, will be processed and shipped the following business day.
Can you ship internationally?
We currently ship to the United States, Canada, the UK, and Australia.
When will I receive my order?
All of our U.S. orders are sent via USPS Priority Mail for the flat rate of $6. Since we can process orders almost immediately, you get your package just 2-3 days after ordering! If you want your package even sooner, you can choose Priority Express shipping on checkout to receive it the next day. International orders are shipped via USPS ground; prices vary by country but are indicated on the checkout page. All orders ship from our store in Missoula, Montana.
What is your return policy?
We understand that products you order aren't always what you thought they would be. We will give you a full refund on any product that isn't to your liking. Simply let us know either by phone or email, and we will email you a return shipping label. Once we receive the item(s) we will refund your credit card. To help us out, please let us know why you want to return an item so we can improve our descriptions, photos, and inventory!
Do I have to pay sales tax?
No! Our brick-and-mortar store is located in Montana, which does not have sales tax. We get to pass that savings on to you, no matter where you live!
What happens if you run out of a product?
Because our inventory is sold both online and in our shop, we may occasionally sell out of something before a web order is processed. We try our best to keep our current stock up-to-date, but in the event we do not have some or all of what you ordered, will contact you right away. You can then choose what you would like to do depending on availability of the item.
Do you gift wrap?
Yep! Just let us know that an item in your order is a gift and we will take care of the rest. You can make a note on the checkout page.
Do you have samples?
We can't send out free samples, but we have the next best thing – enter 0.1 in the quantify box of any fabric, and we'll send you a swatch. The cost will be 1/10 of the price per yard. For quilting cottons, this will generally be around $1.10 per swatch. Garment fabrics will usually vary between $1.00 and $2.50 (or more, for specialty fabrics like Liberty of London). If swatches are the only items in your order, shipping is free!
Who teaches your classes?
We are fortunate to live in a community with many talented sewers! Kate McIvor, Founder and Owner of The Confident Stitch, teaches many of the garment and pattern-fitting classes as well as individualized instruction. Jane Mandala, Shop and Web Manager and aspiring seamstress, teaches many project-based classes and facilitates the our Sewcialist Union open-sew hours. For specialty classes such as fabric dyeing, applique, and other fiber arts, we bring in experts in that area to teach their techniques. Missoula also has a plethora of amazing quilters, many of whom want to share their skills with our students.
What kinds of classes do you offer?
Each season we try to offer a variety of classes for all skill levels and interests. This includes garment making, pattern fitting, quilting, accessories, and specialty classes. If there is something you'd like to see us offer, let us know!
How do I register?
You can register from our website (click here), stop by the shop at 139 W. Front St. in Missoula, call us at (406)-540-4068, or email [email protected].
Is space limited in classes?
To provide the best learning experience for students, we limit spaces depending on the class. Usually we try to keep our classes at a maximum of 6 students, so register early!
How do I know my skill level?
Here's how we define our skill levels for classes. Not sure of your level? Contact us and we'll help you decide.
Learn to Sew: You have very little experience with a sewing machine, but you're ready to learn to make something simple with plenty of guidance.
Beginner: You have taken a class or two. You're pretty comfortable using your sewing machine. You know what a seam allowance is, and you're ready to tackle a simple garment or bag.
Advanced Beginner: You're very comfortable with your machine. You have sewn a few simple things at home on your own. You need some guidance reading a pattern, and you are ready to tackle more complex projects and learn simple pattern alterations.
Intermediate: You're very comfortable with your machine. You have made a quilt or a garment on your own. You are very comfortable reading patterns. You're ready to make a complex quilt, a tailored jacket, or to learn to alter patterns.
What is your cancellation policy?
We understand that life happens. If you can't make a class, please let us know as soon as possible. Cancellations with at least a 24-hour notice will receive a full refund. In some cases, it might be possible to make up a missed class or attend a partial session.
Where are your classes located?
All classes take place in our beautiful and spacious classroom, located at our shop at 139 W. Front St. in Missoula. Enjoy our view looking out toward Caras Park while you sew!
Do I need to bring my own sewing machine?
We have top-of-the-line classroom machines available for you to use. We prefer that students use our machines so that everyone is on the same page and we can get them set up and ready to go. If you'd rather bring your own machine, just let us know, and make sure it is in good working order (clean and oiled, serviced if necessary) so we don't lose time during class on mechanical issues.
Are supplies included in the class fee?
No. Class supplies are in addition to the fee; however, you will receive 15% off all items you purchase for a class. If you're unsure of some of the supplies, call or stop in before the class to get advice.
Can kids take your classes?
You bet! We often have classes just for kids, but they are welcome to take any of our regular classes as well. We just ask that kids who have little or no experience sewing or who are younger than 12 be accompanied by an adult.
Do you offer private lessons?
Yes! You can arrange a one-on-one session with Kate McIvor or Bonnie Thompson, our incredible seamstress, if you need help with a specific skill or project. For basic orientation to your sewing machine and an introduction to sewing, the cost is $15/hour. For all other lessons, the cost is $30/hour. Please contact us directly to schedule.
Do you rent out your sewing space?
We do. If your dining room table just isn't cutting it anymore, come sew in our classroom and use our equipment for a fee of $15/hour. You provide the thread, fabric, and other supplies (or buy them in the shop), and we'll provide the space! Please contact us directly to schedule.
We also have monthly sew-ins, free of charge, every Thursday evening. We call this this Sewcialist Union. Drop in the shop from 6-9pm to sew whatever you're working on, get advice from other sewers, and have fun! You can find more info here.


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Try Not To Smile is a fun app where you try watching funny videos without laughing or smiling.
Rainbrow is a game that you play WITH YOUR FACE. Move your eyebrows to control your character. Eyebrows up 😯 -> jump up, eyebrows down 😠 -> jump down.
Face Maker
Get creative with the iPhone X's TrueDepth camera
Face Maker is a brand new creativity app designed exclusively for iPhone X and the TrueDepth camera system. It enables you to paint and add photos to your face, create incredible 3D masks and even 3D face swap - all in real-time augmented reality powered by ARKit.
Nose Zone is the first game designed for the iPhone X's TrueDepth Camera. It uses ARKit to create an attach a laser to your nose and you control it by moving your face!
The future will be touchless and games are just the beginning! For example, imagine a paralyzed person navigating and controlling an app UI with this same face-based input method.
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last night at church, pastor made a brief statement about how the Israelites wandered in the wilderness for 40 years before reaching the promised land. he said that they were in this "stuck"/"wandering" condition because of their unbelief and continued to say that many died over the course of that 40 years without ever reaching the land that God promised them.
i couldn't help but relate to those Israelites...
wandering.....stuck....deserted....knowing that
God has something better planned,
but feeling like it's unattainable.
i've been thinking this past week or so that maybe...just maybe...i don't surrender completely to God's plan...maybe i have a belief problem...maybe i have a little bit of difficulty believing God's promises.
how terrifying to think that this waiting period...this wandering...this stuckness...could be a symptom of my disbelief...or even just the fact that i try too hard to control my circumstances.
i need to surrender.
i need to keep my eyes focused on what's promised.
hey! being in the wilderness isn't all bad!!
during the time of their wandering, the Israelites saw miracles happen...
the parting of the red sea
moses striking the rock bringing forth water
manna from heaven
the burning bush
i'm gonna keep my eyes open for those inevitable miracles....but for now, i'm submitting to the fact that God has a plan for me and i'm loosening my grip on the situations i'm trying to control.
i believe that when i surrender....the biggest miracle of all will happen.
the "promised land" looks pretty good from here...
i'll be there soon.


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Cruises, excursions, reunions, birthday parties, romance and or just for fun and education--all are reasons to roll on the river with New Orleans' only paddle wheeler, the steamboat NATCHEZ. On some trips the new Executive Chef will be happy to serve up fine food as the captain orients travelers to the sights along the Mississippi River near New Orleans. Be sure to enjoy the SUNDAY JAZZ BUNCH.
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UP Viklang Pension Yojana Form 2017 Status Name List
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UP Viklang Pension Yojana Form 2017 Government Increased Rs 300 to Rs.500 Per Month. UP Viklang Pension Yojana Name List is available in official website of Physically Handicapped Welfare Department. Now Total applicant who are registered crosses up to 8 Lakh 33,000 will get benefit under physically handicapped pension. Many Divyang protested to increase their pension up to Rs 1000 per month but government only increased Rs 200. UP Govt Pravakta Siddhartha Bath Singh said increased pension applies from 1 April 2017 and we will get soon budget of Divyang pension scheme.
UP Viklang Physically handicapped Pension Yojana Form 2017: Application form is available on official website http://sspy-up.gov.in. In this website applicant can follow and download the latest pension scheme (Vridhavastha, vidhwa pension scheme, Varistha Pension Yojana etc). Through Direct benefit transfer government is already sending payment to all handicapped person who needs it. On current time facility is good but payment is low. Below are some important details in how to apply for Viklang, Divyang, PWD, and PH pension Yojana.
Eligibility Criteria for physically handicapped pension is:-
1. Should have to show certificate related birth.
2. The percentage of handicapped disability are 60% or more than.
3. Should not get salary above Rs 10,000
4. Applicant should have applied in another central government Viklang pension scheme Applicant pension are RS. 200 or not more
Age Limit: Age of the Applicant should be below 18 years and Born in UP to avail.
Amount: Rs 500 transfer to bank account of eligible every month, quarterly or half yearly.
Document Required: Before applying for Divyang pension Yojana candidates should by sarpanch, panchayat, or nagar nigam palika officer.
How to Apply: You need to contant your nearest Nagar Nigam office, Mayor, Sabhasad or Gram Pradhan for sign up process. Just read all eligibility in official website sspy-up.gov.in and submit to your nearest e-district office http://edistrict.up.nic.in/Downloads/certcast.pdf.
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By AJ Smith, Credit.com
When it comes to buying a house, you have to make lots of decisions. You have to figure out which neighborhood you want, which school district, how much of a down payment to make, etc. One of these decisions is whether you will take out a fixed-rate or adjustable-rate mortgage.
The Difference
A fixed-rate mortgage is the most common kind of mortgage. The interest rate and monthly payment (principal and interest, excluding tax and insurance) with this kind of mortgage remains the same throughout the life of the loan.
Adjustable-rate mortgages will start off with lower interest rate than comparable fixed-rate mortgages. But the interest rate of an ARM can change. When it does, the payment will go up if market rates are going up, and down if rates are dropping. There are caps that limit how much your payment can change, but some people experience "payment shock" when mortgage payments rise. If you choose an ARM, make sure you understand how high your payments could go.
Hybrid Mortgages
Hybrid mortgages, as the name suggests, give you a mix of both types of mortgages. Specifically, you'll start with a fixed rate for a set time (often five, seven or 10 years). For that initial period, you will know for certain what your principal and interest payments will be. When that time is up, your mortgage rate can change, generally adjusting annually. If a mortgage is called a "5/1 ARM," that means it has a fixed rate for five years, and that it adjusts once a year after that.
Which Mortgage to Choose
As with so many personal finance questions, the type of mortgage that's right for you depends very much on your situation. The standard advice is if you plan on living in your home for only a few years, you might want to think about an ARM or hybrid. You would save money because the interest rate for the ARM would be lower during those initial years than the fixed rate mortgage.
Of course, as the recent recession and housing crisis taught us, you can't always sell a house when you want to. So if you choose an ARM, you need to be prepared to pay the maximum allowable interest rate. Fixed-rate mortgages offer the security of knowing your principal and interest payments will be the same for the life of the loan. If rates increase, you don't need to worry about it; if they decrease, you can consider refinancing. You can also refinance from an ARM to a fixed-rate mortgage to lock in a lower interest rate for the longer term.
Should You Refinance?
So let's say you are in that very position -- with an adjustable-rate mortgage, thinking about refinancing to lock in a lower interest rate. Interest rates aren't as low as they were a short time ago, but they are still in historically low territory. But there are some things to consider -- the rate (and limits) of your current loan, the value of your home, your equity in the home and the current interest rate. There are significant upfront costs when it comes to refinancing (you'll pay closing costs), so if you plan to sell your house soon, it might not be the best decision. Ultimately, you have to look at your individual situation and financial goals to determine if refinancing to switch from an ARM to a fixed-rate mortgage makes sense for you.
This post originally appeared on Credit.com. AJ Smith is an award-winning journalist with more than a decade of experience in television, radio, newspapers, magazines and online content. She currently serves as the managing editor for SmartAsset. AJ has a passion for meeting new people, sharing stories and helping others. She has degrees from Princeton University and Mississippi State University. AJ and her husband also write and illustrate educational children's books.
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ERIC Number: ED047565
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Publication Date: 1967
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The Oral Accentuation of Greek.
Allen, W. Sidney
Didaskalos, v2 n2 p90-99 1967
A brief review of theory and traditional approaches to the problem of oral reading of Greek dating from the fall of Constantinople (1453) focuses on the importance of two major linguistic features of Byzantine pronunciation. The first examines the nature of the dynamic (stress) accent and the second is concerned with differences in vowel lengths in verse and prose. Henning's doctrine of the Latin accentual system of the "penultimate" rule is also examined. While the author recommends a reading of Greek verse with strict metrical ictus for a close natural rendering, he does not suggest the application of this system in prose due to an inevitable conflict with a Byzantine rendering of the accent. (RL)
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Ever walked into a gym and thought... what am I doing here? You made the commitment to go, dropped the kids off at Kid's Club - now what's stopping you from going inside?
GOLD'S GYM Lethbridge is a judgment free environment. We welcome all shapes, sizes and ages. We also welcome your questions. Below are a few tips to get you started but always feel comfortable to approach any of our Personal Trainers, Group Exercise Instructors or our Member Services Team.
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About The Literary Apothecary
I am no longer on Facebook, so you can find me on Twitter and, occasionally, Instagram.
About MeBooks are the very stuff of human civilization and it seems almost improper to be in a position of not sharing insights I have obtained from them.
Yes, there are those for whom books are mere items for collection. For me, it is so much more. It is a way of escape. Being able to secretly slip into a magical, sacrosanct work of fiction is sheer bliss. Moreover, it became the release of my ever stressed and fretful soul into distant places.
A book, digital or physical, is the talisman for my psyche.
This blog started out as a requirement to read ARCs. But, it has become my online journal, traipsing through my thoughts and stamping the blogosphere with its footprint.
You may find something that piques your interest and you may not. Either way, you are welcome to travel the path of questions, concepts, and random thoughts my scientific brain creates.
99% books seen on this blog are provided free of charge for honest reviews. The remainder are library books I have tripped over while tagging behind my son.
So, who am I REALLY?
I am a pharmacist who loves to read, hence the name The Literary Apothecary.
I review books in an unconventional manner.
My favorite genre -- *grunts* mysteries and psychological thrillers, though I have a penchant for anything with a feminist flair
My dreams --- to become a published reviewer. What does this mean? I dream of writing reviews on assignment from places like Kirkus, Publishers Weekly, publishing houses, etc. If you happen to like my reviews and have a connection to a literary journal or publishers, PLEASE help me make my dream a reality!
Why do I review -- Well, because I see so many lessons between the lines of prose! While I started this blog for less than admirable reasons, I have fallen in love with sharing my insights. I am still honing my review writing skills.
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The #1 Way You Can Know if the Food You Eat is Right for You
Tracy McDonald, Samahita Nutrition
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One of the things that I most get asked by our detox participants in our Wellness Center at Samahita Retreat is: how do I know what foods are right for me? As the veritable flood of nutritional advice out there can be quite confusing, even contradictory at times, it is hard to feel perfectly confident in "external" advice these days regarding what is right for each individual's own body. So here are some ways that you can begin to tune into your own body and situation, to make your own "internal" assessment of what works best for you.
Here at Samahita Retreat, we offer an approach to self-healing that includes wisdom from Ayurvedic medicine, the ancient Indian system of health and wellness. Ayurveda is the "science of life," and as such provides us a prescription (not in the way that you think of prescriptions nowadays!), for how to really LIVE a vibrant life. This requires regaining balance when we are "off" – you might even think of life as a constant juggling of many variables within us to regain homeostasis – balance – because many, many things can make us "off" at any time. The Ayurvedic wisdom is based on looking at individuals as unique and seeking out the root cause of "dis"-ease, as opposed to lumping individuals into a category along with others who display similar symptoms, declaring a disease or disorder, and treating the symptoms rather than the root cause.
So to figure out what is right for you, it requires tuning into yourself. You will first need to accept that your body-mind-spirit, and your unique situation on this planet, including things like your "samskaras" (habitual negative patterns) and karma (your path and the obstacles that you face and have an opportunity to work through in this lifetime), make you a one-of-a-kind specimen on this planet. As such, nobody (not even me – sorry, folks!) knows exactly what right for YOU, except for you.
Finding your own eating path and what works best is a very individual journey. We can take advice from Ayurveda, Western science, and many other traditions – however, in the end, these provide only guidelines. For your true inner wisdom and answers to shine through, you must look inside, and be honest with what you find.
There is one main "rule" in telling whether a food is right for you, and that is this: A food is right for you if it gives you ENERGY.
This is an energy that lasts, by the way, not one that leaves you feeling drugged, groggy, craving another "fix," etc. It is also not an energy that gives you a crazy high, and then a depressing crash. Many stimulant foods, such as processed treats, stimulate a neurotransmitter in the brain called dopamine – the "feel good" hormone. This gives you the ILLUSION that you are doing something good for yourself – however, a few minutes or an hour later, the truth is revealed when you crashing and depressed.
I will give you a couple of examples: there is a new movie called "That Sugar Film" which does a good job of showing the manic state that accompanies sugar consumption, and the mood swings and depression which follow. Also, the book THE SCIENCE OF SKINNY by Dee McCaffrey talks about the energy we get from processed foods and sugars being "fake energy." This kind of manic, crazed energy is not the kind that is sustainable, nor does it mean that the food is good for us.
On the other hand, when you eat raw foods (as long as you can tolerate them, as they do contain a lot of fiber, which is hard for some to deal with – and they can be more work for the digestive system than digesting slightly cooked foods), they contain living enzymes. The job of enzymes in the body is to speed up certain reactions. This is why people tend to feel ALIVE when they eat raw foods – or even just foods as close to their original state as possible, no processing. (And by the way, if fiber is difficult for you, then try juicing – vegetables only, with ONLY some fruit added, because even natural fruit juice will have some of the same problems as we experience with more processed sugars – that's a story for another time!).
So in order to see what foods truly give you vibrant, healthy, sustaining energy, try experimenting with different foods, and notice how you feel afterwards. You might want to even keep a journal, because when relying on memory of these things, it is easy for the tricky mind to find ways of favoring stimulant foods rather than simple good-for-you foods. Notice how you feel when you eat something processed, versus something in its whole, natural state, and try to be objective. Really take into account when you have reached a crash state and feel that you cannot live without injecting another simulant into your body. Really notice when you have eaten something simple, pure, whole, that has made you feel content, uplifted, happy, even joyous, and try not to discount it because it seems too simple or boring. We live in a go-go-go society, in which many peoples' adrenaline is pumping from dawn to dusk and beyond – but if we are willing to try it, the seeming unsexy-ness of eating natural, whole foods may become very sexy when we realize what we stand to gain – abundant energy, stamina, great hair, youthful skin, etc, etc.
One last note on all of this – sometimes it may take committing yourself to a few days or a week of eating only raw foods, or only whole foods in their natural state, in order to really notice the difference. Unfortunately, many people are not really in touch with their bodies, so it is sometimes hard then to see what thing is affecting what, or is causing what result. It is much clearer and easier to see when we can commit ourselves to a finite period of time as an experiment. Remember that your body is the laboratory, and nobody knows what goes on in there except for you! Don't feel comfortable or confident to do this on your own? Samahita's detox program can support you!


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Acuflex II Trunk Rotation Test
This page describes a flexibility test using the Acuflex II wall-mounted or free standing apparatus. Although this test is called "trunk rotation" it actually tests the flexibility of a set of body parts, including ankles, knees, trunk, shoulder and neck. There is also a simple trunk flexibility test that does not require any equipment.
- aim: The purpose of this flexibility test is to measure the flexibility of the ankles, knees, trunk, shoulder and neck. Trunk flexibility is important in many sports and for injury prevention.
- equipment required: Acuflex II
- procedure: Adjust the Acuflex II for the individual's height. Stand with with your feet shoulder width apart, side on to the apparatus. You should be about arms length away, though you may need to adjust the distance from the wall once you start the test. Twist your trunk to the side and the touch the apparatus behind you with your fingertips, keeping your arms extended and parallel to the floor. You are allowed to turn your shoulders, hips and knees as long as your feet do not move. Measure the result from the scale on the Acuflex II. Repeat for the other side with your feet in the opposite position.
- scoring: Take the average of the two scores (left and right sides).
- target population: This test is popular with golfers, though trunk flexibility is particularly important in other sports such as swimming, racket sports and throwing and hitting sports.
- advantages: this is a simple test to perform, and is adjustable for different heights and arm lengths.
- disadvantages: need to purchase a specific apparatus.
- comments: The Acuflex II comes complete with instructions and 1 year warranty.
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- other flexibility tests
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Tuesday, October 29, 2013
Three Calipatria prison visitors arrested
Imperial Valley Press — Authorities arrested three women visiting Calipatria State Prison on suspicion of
transporting methamphetamine, marijuana and heroin onto prison grounds Sunday.
Silvia Herrera, 46, of Inglewood was in the prison's visiting room when prison staff noticed that she reached into her blouse and retrieved an item that she then placed into her mouth. After questioning, Herrera consented to a search of her person and the vehicle she drove onto prison grounds, said Lt. Everardo Silva,
Calipatria State Prison administrative assistant public information officer.
During the search, Herrera said she had driven to the prison with Alicia Corral, 28, of San Jose and Anissa Mendoza, 18, of Hawaiian Gardens.
Corral and Mendoza were questioned and consented to a search of their property within the vehicle, and staff found bindles of methamphetamine, marijuana and heroin, Silva said.
The methamphetamine weighed a total of 34 grams and has an estimated prison value of $51,000. The marijuana weighed a total of 29.3 grams and has an estimated prison value of $7,800, and the heroin weighed a total of two grams and has an estimated prison value of $15,000.
The evidence found didn't link any inmate to the drugs found in the vehicle.
Herrera, Corral and Mendoza were booked into Imperial County Jail on suspicion of felony charges.
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Mörderinnen is the tale of two women, one a mass murderer, the other a child of one of her victims. Rather than focus on why one woman turned to murder, the story closely observes how she deals with her guilt. The interplay of the women's psyches – the twists and turns of an offender-victim relationship- has the intimate quality of a chamber drama; a psychological study of two women bound together by fate, spiralling towards a tragic end. A daring piece of experimental German television with captivating performances that earned it a "Best Actor" nomination for the 'Deutscher Fernsehpreis' (German TV Awards).
Mörderinnen (Murderesses)
(Psycho drama)
2001, 90 min, Super 16 mm
Director: Pepe Danquart
Writer: Brendan Somers
Cinematographer: Ciro Cappellari
Music: Detlef Petersen
Editor: Inge Behrens
Producer: Claudia Schröder
Production company: Multimedia, supported by arte and ZDF
Cast: Cornelia Schmauss, Katja Studt, Michael Gwisdek, Jürgen Schornhagel, Rüdiger Vogler
Awards: Nomination for the 'Deutscher Fernsehpreis', category: "Best Actor", 2001


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Timing Isn't Ideal for Glocer
Thomson Reuters Arrives As Main Clients Cut Back Amid Market Turbulence
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Thomson Reuters, which supplies financial information on traders' screens across the City and around the world, will have some new data Thursday: its own shares, which start trading in London, New York and Toronto.
The $15 billion acquisition of Reuters, based in London, was long a dream...


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College Football 2010: Week 9 Premiere Match-ups and PredictionsOctober 29, 2010
College Football 2010: Week 9 Premiere Match-ups and Predictions
As weird as it seems, it's already Week 9 in college football. As the regular season comes closer to an end, each game becomes more and more important.
This weekend is going to be a good one, as a couple of undefeated title contenders are tested on the road by top-20 teams. There are also some key conference bouts that can have major implications on conference outcomes.
Without further ado, my picks and predictions for this week's exciting slate in college football.
Texas Tech at Texas A&M
This in-state rivalry game features teams that have won a game last week after rough stretches of a few weeks.
These teams are both in must-win situations if they want to stay in contention for a bowl this year.
The game's biggest match-up between the two star quarterbacks. Taylor Potts will look to outdo nemesis QB Jerrod Johnson. I think the battle of the high-powered offenses will go to Jerrod Johnson and the Aggies of Texas A&M in a high-scoring affair.
Texas A&M 41 Texas Tech 38
No. 20 Oklahoma State at Kansas State
Oklahoma State ended its run of 6-0 last week when it dropped a game to Nebraska. It will come into this game angry, and hungry for a win.
Kansas State has been a bit under the radar this year, quietly going 5-2 against a respectable schedule. It has stud running back Daniel Thomas, who has led the offense throughout the season. He will need to have a big day to for the Wildcats to take down the Cowboys.
I believe that Oklahoma State's offense is too much for K-State to handle.
Oklahoma State 38 Kansas State 28
East Carolina at UCF
I know, I know. This is a mid-major matchup of two unranked teams. But if you look closer, this game could be really entertaining.
These two teams enter this game undefeated in Conference USA play. This might be the conference championship game.
These teams differ in their game-plans. East Carolina will try to beat you with its offense, led by QB Dominique Davis, while UCF plays both sides of the ball well, but plays neither greatly.
In the end, I see the Central Florida defense being the difference-maker in this bout, and the Knights will take down the Pirates.
UCF 27 East Carolina 24
California at Oregon State
This game showcases two of the most inconsistent teams in the country.
Will we see the Oregon State team that beat Arizona, or the team that lost to Washington? On the other hand, will we see the Cal squad that beat up on UCLA, Colorado, Arizona State, and nearly beat Arizona, or the team that got throttled by USC and Nevada?
I really don't know if we'll see the best or worst of either team. What I think will happen is an Oregon State victory behind James Rodgers.
Oregon State 31 California 24
Georgia at Florida
In the preseason, this was assumed to be a top game this year and a major bellwether for the SEC title. Yet it will prove to be a bout between two under-performers trying to stay alive in the brutal conference.
Unluckily for Florida, it has been playing its worst football as of late. John Brantley just doesn't seem to be getting better, so Florida's offense continues to struggle.
On the other hand, Georgia is starting to pick up its game, winning three straight games while putting up 40+ points in each.
Due to sheer momentum, I'm going Bulldogs in this game. Who would have thunk that the Gators would be 4-4?
Georgia 27 Florida 20
No. 25 Baylor at Texas
I love this Baylor team led by Robert Griffin. The Bears have put up huge scoring numbers over the past few weeks, and they show no signs of slowing down.
I hate this Texas team led by Garret Gilbert. Its offense, unlike Baylor's, has been nonexistent for most of the season.
The Longhorns dropped another disappointing game to lowly Iowa State at home, their second such loss at home.
They seem to play worse at home, and since this game is in Austin, I'm going with the Bears.
Baylor 34 Texas 24
Kentucky at No. 23 Mississippi
I'm still can't believe my eyes seeing the "23" next to Mississippi State. The Bulldogs have really come a long way, from an SEC bottom-dweller to being ranked. But they can't look past their next opponent, Kentucky.
Kentucky has also shown flashes of greatness, as it beat then-No. 10 South Carolina and nearly beat now-No. 3 Auburn. It has some dangerous weapons on offense, so Mississippi State must stay stout on defense.
I think that Mississppi State will look ahead to Alabama and lay an egg in this one. Kentucky will score a lot of points against a stunned Bulldog squad,
Kentucky 30 Mississippi State 27
No. 1 Oregon at No. 24 USC
Oregon comes into this game as the odds-on favorite to win the national title. USC comes into this game trying to spoil the Ducks' title hopes.
Oregon will put up 40-60 points, but the real question is how its defense will fare against Matt Barkley and the high-powered Trojan offense.
Personally, I have been low on USC all year, so I think the Ducks will run away with this game in high-scoring fashion (what's new?). But it could be a trap game for Oregon, as USC is capable of beating anyone in the country.
Oregon 57 USC 40
No. 5 Michigan State at No. 18 Iowa
This game is as big as it gets, with national title implications. If Michigan State wins, it has a relatively easy road to an undefeated season. If not, it may not be part of the BCS.
Iowa would love to dash any Spartan title hopes. The Hawkeyes are coming off a frustrating, one-point loss to Wisconsin, so they'll come out in full force.
On the flip side, Michigan State is coming off of a near-loss to questionable Northwestern and must perform better this week against a far more talented opponent.
I love the Michigan State story this year, so I'm sticking with the Spartans to beat Iowa in a tight one and keep its title hope alive.
Michigan State 24 Iowa 21
No. 7 Missouri at No. 14 Nebraska
And finally, the game of the week in college football.
This game also has major BCS implications, as Mizzou is looking to remain undefeated after knocking off Oklahoma. Nebraska knows the Tigers' situation, as the Huskers were in the same situation just two weeks ago, before being stunned by Texas.
Just like Michigan State, if Missouri wins this game, it has pretty soft schedule on its way to a perfect regular season.
This game will come down to which defense is tougher, as both squads have high-scoring offenses. I'll give Blaine Gabbert and Mizzou the edge over Taylor Martinez and Nebraska in a shootout.
Missouri 37 Nebraska 33


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Spotlight on Australian Designers | Anaesthetic
So once again, my spotlight shines brightly on a successful lighting design company. The talented duo of Ben and Kiri Wahrlich (actually Kiwi's but that has never stopped us claiming people before), can't be labelled 'emerging' talent any more - they are definitely design fixtures (pardon the pun) with their beautiful range of lighting, furniture and homewares products as Anaesthetic. My own home (currently in planning stage - I dropped the plans off this morning and now am holding my breath for limited council changes) sported several of their lighting products in different stages of concept, from the kitchen to the entry to the dining room. I've shown both their Hide leather pendants and Kasa concrete homewares work here before, here and here back in 2013 & 2014. My current faves however are their Constellation pendants - I'd love to have the Southern Cross above my head as I enter home or sit down to dinner in a darkened room.
I could go on about their design and engineering credentials, their accolades and their awards, but I think their products are best to soak up visually. Hopefully the photos suffice, for now.
{Constellation Lights 'Southern Cross' by Anaesthetic in beautiful polished brass}
{Constellation Lights by Anaesthetic in luxurious polished brass}
{Bezel pendant lights by Anaesthetic with its spun aluminium powder-coated top with piano-inspired polished brass 'bezel'}
{Bezel pendant light by Anaesthetic with its spun aluminium top powder-coated white with piano-inspired polished aluminium 'bezel'}
{Bala pendant light by Anaesthetic in black}
{Bala pendant light by Anaesthetic in precision machined polished brass}
{Hide pendant lights by Anaesthetic with individually cut leather shades}
{Mariner stools by Anaesthetic made from American White Oak with navy or white braided rope foot rests sourced from sailing yachts, hence the name}
{Jack concrete bluetooth speaker}
{Totem stackable stools from recyclable LPDE}
Anaesthetic will be exhibiting at the Sydney Indesign event from August 13-15, so get along to soak up some of the talent. Wish I could be there!
xo Romona
Sustainable House Day 2014
By partaking in Sustainable House Day you can tap into local knowledge to learn how to successfully integrate renewable energy, recycling, and other sustainable practices into your home and lifestyle. This unique event is a valuable resource for anyone looking for inspiration, ideas and the key to sustainable living.
Homeowners, sponsors and local sustainable groups look forward to sharing their knowledge with you, plus I'll be volunteering at the Harrisdale home in WA for the day. There are homes and gardens open to the public throughout Australia. You can find more information about each house and its features on the webpage. This is a national event, but since I'm volunteering here in Perth, I've just highlighted a few WA ones below.
{Carla and Ben's House, 128A Roseberry St, Bedford WA}
Perth's Got Talent 2
Here are just a few more examples of amazing WA talent from Decor + Design Melbourne 2014.
{Holiday table by Callum Campbell}
Spotlight on Australian Designers | Lab De Stu
Made up of Melburnians Adam Lynch, Dale Hardiman and André Hnatojko, these guys have kicked arse on the national and international design award scene since 2011. DQ calls them 'Industry Giants', and being in their very early 20's that is saying something!
Although I could have added every image from the website, I'll leave this pretty little teaser for you and let you explore their simple but beautiful website yourself. I'm sure I will have more to add later, once I've seen their wares at D+D this week.
{The Up Up pendant is a collaboration between Dale Hardiman from Lab De Stu and artist / jewellery designer Emily Green. Emily's signature polymer clay beads combine with Dale's lighting design prowess to present a beautiful collection of pendants. Picking this image from the colour range was quite difficult. I changed my mind several times}
Geek Chic
{For a little randomness with your relativity, Progetti Rnd Lab Fun Time Random Clock at Top3}
Gravity Light
The GravityLight was the result of wanting to help solve the unreliable and unsafe lighting issue for the poverty-stricken 21% (more than 1.5 billion!) of the world's population. Deciwatt's mission is to provide affordable, sustainable and reliable light, anytime, that enables people to break free from the economic, health and environmental hazards of kerosene lamps.
The GravityLight is an innovative way of generating light and low levels of power from gravity. It takes only 3 seconds to lift the weight that powers GravityLight, creating 25 minutes of light on its descent. Can be used over and over again, anytime without the need for sunshine or batteries, therefore having no running costs and being extremely long lasting.
{The human-powered, Gravity-run LED GravityLight by Deciwatt. Image source}
DesignEX 13
The Hives exhibition was the stand-out for me with its gorgeous collaborative pieces. "When designers, interdisciplinary practitioners and leading industrial enterprises put their heads together, the results can be exciting, unexpected and intriguing. Curator Anne Maree-Sargeant returns the popular Hives exhibit to designEX 2013 with a highly considered display of products that bring together covetable objects from visionaries and brands under the themes of Innovation and Collaboration".
My favourite for years has been the WebLight by Design By Them (along with everything else they do!). I fell in love with the gentle image of the aptly-named wispy-looking light set amongst a bright green forrest on their webpage years ago. "WebLight is the result of an exploration into the potential possibilities of reusing plastic bags. Made from recycled content, each WebLight is individually hand made and features an intricate pattern of texture and holes that are the direct result of its unique forming process."
{Weblight by Design By Them}
Another creation I was looking forward to seeing in person was the precise Hoshigame by Artemide. Developed with Japanese fashion designer, Issey Miyake, the sustainably designed, foldable lampshade explores the intersection of creativity and mathematics. Made from fabric derived from recycled PET bottles, "Miyake's unique folding technology allows a single piece of fabric in a flat 2D shape to be unfolded into a 3D shade of statuesque form. The structure of the recycled material, together with an additional surface treatment allows 'Hoshigame' to perfectly keep its shape without the need for an internal frame, and to be stored flat when not in use and then re-shaped when needed." Although smaller than I expected, it was still a thing of beauty.
{Hoshigame by Artemide + Issey Miyake}
Here are a few other highlights from the Hives exhibition and lots more from the show.
Lamp revamp
Sexy and Smart - LED Tech
LIFX is a WiFi enabled, multi-colour, energy efficient LED light bulb that you control with your smart phone. Developer's boast "LIFX gives you unprecedented control of your lights, reduces your energy costs, lasts up to 25 years and delivers an amazing range of experiences we think you'll love". They couldn't be more right - the response has been phenomenal. The innovative use of energy-efficient LED technology, combined with responsive smart phone tech that is so ingrained in our lifestyles now is irresistible, as evident by the amount of money raised, in such a small amount of time, from people wanting to get a hand on this new and exciting product.
Simply switch out your existing light globes and pop in these innovative new globes. Set your colour to any shade via your iPhone, to suit your mood or decor. Endless fun could be had with this feature - think of the parties, romantic evenings or even just for relaxing. With this, you are able to turn your lights on and off without getting up, or even being home - a plus when travelling. You can program the lights to a time schedule, as a wakey-wakey in the morning or to fade out slowly after an unnerving night of horror movies. I do also love the idea of a fading night light for the kiddies. An added brag, it has been designed, developed and manufactured right here in Melbourne, Australia!
I'm very impressed by the colour versatility, the programmable dimming and lighting up, not to mention being able to receive all your social media alerts with a flicker or colour change of the lights - say hello to the future! I'll take my drink in the VR room thanks, robomaid!
Unfortunately, the future doesn't arrive until 2013 - and possibly a bit longer for those of us not lucky enough to have got in the early bidding. Maybe, with its popularity, the price can come down somewhat and it could be in stores next year.
{Image via Kickstarter}
For a full explanation, and some cool demonstrations, watch the clip below or for more info see the LIFX or Kickstarter websites. Enjoy.
xo Romona
Perth's Got Talent
I've tried not to be too limiting of my selection of designs that I found at the conference, so if you notice that your design is not here, just know that I was so overwhelmed by the talent, I may have forgotten to grab a card or scribble a note. For now, enjoy all this sunny WA talent and I'm sure I'll have another post soon with more.
{Aerial Chair by Megan Devenish-Krauth, industrial designer at Megmeg. I want this!}


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I have a ton of the new style Stampin' Up! punches, and I use my punches very often- pretty much everytime I sit down to craft, I use at least one punch. Because of this, I needed to find a storage solution that would keep the punches close to my work area and readily available.
I tried stacking them on a shelf, but the issue I ran into there was the amount of shelf space they took up. When I stacked them on top of each other, everytime I tried to pull out a punch lower in the stack, the entire stack would fall. After one too many punches fell on my toes, I knew this was not the way to store them. I also tried stacking them in a bin. This worked to a certain degree. The problem I ran into there was the bins are deeper than the punches are big, so I ended wasting alot of good cube space.
Learning from the bins, I figured a drawer would be the best type of storage for me. I saw a fairly sturdy plastic storage unit with pull out drawers fairly cheap at Target, and inspiration struck.
The whale-tails I still have take up a fair bit of space, but the new style punches stack perfectly in the bottom drawer. As long as I do not pull out all three drawers at the same time, the entire unit is extremely stable due to the distribution of weight in the other drawers.