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Note: there are very mild spoilers here. I think I've provided no surprising details if you've seen the other movies, nor will the general descriptions of characters ruin your experience of the film. But as always, caveat lector.
I saw the new Star Wars movie Rogue One on Sunday, the eve of the Electoral College meeting in the U.S.
I thoroughly enjoyed the film. I especially appreciated the way in which it presented the viewer with a multiplicity of responses to tyranny. Its main characters represented different individual choices about how to live under or respond to authoritarian rule. One tried to stay under radar unsuccessfully and was dragged into the fight upon reaching adulthood. Another embraced the rebellion's fight against the "evil" of the Empire but himself fought dirty, making at least one fairly morally reprehensible choice in the name of the good; others chose organized resistance and loyalty to that collective. We also saw people who could be called sleeper agents, collaborators who embraced the authoritarian rule, a resistor trying to work from within, someone who early on paid a price for choosing emotion and moral urgency over strategy, and urban insurgents. Additionally, we saw in Forest Whitaker's character someone who has given up on both tyranny and organized resistance, someone whose despair, disappointment, and loss has led him to create his own community with no regard for the laws and morals of either side of this epic battle. Gerrera, I suspect, was designed to shake our faith in the rebellion's cause, even though we all know how the saga eventually plays out.
Some friends and reviewers have complained that Rogue One's characters lack development. Their motivations and backstories remain thin. I cannot argue with this assessment.
Star Wars, however, presents us not with richly painted individuals but with archetypes. Archetypes we recognize and identify, and then watch as they encounter otherworldly and unimaginable challenges. What kinds of choices do these cultural archetypes make? Will they fulfill our expectations for them, or will they let us down? Will they show us new paths we didn't imagine possible? That, I think, is why we watch Star Wars.
So what rattled most was not Saw Gerrera, the character who most troubled the franchise's clear division of the world between Good and Evil/Light and Dark.
What rattled most was the audience.
At one point in the film, Darth Vader raises his hand and using the Force begins from afar to choke one of his minions.
In my theatre, the audience applauded. The audience applauded for Vader.
It's possible, of course, that they were applauding the shout out to that iconic scene in Star Wars (otherwise known as "A New Hope" but which to this child of the 70's will always be simply "Star Wars"), when Vader chokes Admiral Motti. Researching this blog post — er, googling stuff for this blog post — revealed that Vader's force chokes have become a meme, even a fetish for Star Wars fans. And of course in Rogue One Vader was choking the villain of the piece (played by the brilliant and underutilized Ben Mendelsohn), someone for whom we should feel no sympathy, right? So perhaps it's as simple as that: excitement at seeing our pop culture icon reprising his iconic role tormenting another bad guy.
And yet….
The words of Stephanie Coontz in October 2016, right before the election, echoed in my mind:
"I was very struck by the female supporter who said Trump is like the bully you want to beat up on the other bully. There is longstanding social science evidence that people with fewer resources, educational or economic, tend to look heroes — or villains even— to stand up for them. Somebody they think has some kind of power that they don't have."
(Now, I am loathe to disagree with Coontz, but I would argue that such a move—to look to villain to defend one's interests- is not limited to the economically or educationally underprivileged.) Coontz here is explaining the phenomenon of women voting for an authoritarian misogynist who not only admitted assaulting women but who asserted a right to assault women.
The applause for America's iconic "dark father" signaled more than consumer joy at a popular franchise.
As characters throughout the franchise discover, you can turn to a tyrant to beat up on the other tyrants and bullies in your life, but at any moment that tyrant can turn on you. Not unlike the homeowners in the Central Valley who suddenly realize that their candidate has empowered the man who ran the bank that foreclosed on them and many others under very shady circumstances during the Great Recession; that CEO will now be our Treasury Secretary.
When I told an acquaintance I saw the movie, she told me about a friend of hers who said of the franchise: "I'm on the side of the Empire. Why not? They represent the rule of law." I suspect he was partially joking, but there lies the rub: we cannot even jokingly conflate power with law. My response was: "Uh, except for that whole blowing up a planet thing."
My response should have been: no, the Empire is lawless authoritarianism.
And yeah, I know — tyrants make laws to support their rule, my formulation is simplistic. But nonetheless, it starts in no small part with a disregard of existing law in favor of power for oneself and one's cronies.
And so, even though I still laugh at the domestication of Darth Vader in our culture, that moment in the theatre has stayed with me.
I cannot applaud for Vader.

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The Ascension Process ~ Spiritual Evolutionary Journey into
Higher Consciousness
What is Ascension?
Ascension is a process of raising the vibrational frequency on the planet through our Human Soul journey. Many people are experiencing it as a descending of the Higher Self into the human body - a Soul Retrieval for Soul Embodiment to become empowered and transformed through self-discovery and self-love. It's a sacred path of Alchemy that's helping us to embody our Divinity. We are remembering our Soul's light and that we are God/Goddess consciousness in physical form being guided by the wisdom of our Heart.
On a planetary level, the Earth is going through a major rebirth journey, moving from the 3rd to the 4th & 5th dimension and beyond. We are experiencing a massive dismantling and collapsing of the old paradigm that no longer supports who we are and where we're headed. In order for the new to come in (rebirth) the old must release (die). It's a spiritual evolutionary journey of rapid purification and transformation that is leading us into higher and more expanded states of consciousness for soul growth and soul Mastery.
Ascension teaches us how to be adaptable and open to change as we are letting go of the old 3D paradigm - which relates to duality, struggle, limitation and suffering. When we incarnated in human form, we took on karmic trauma for Soul growth. This journey of Ascension gives us opportunities to clear and transmute karmic imprints, density and energy distortions from deep within our DNA - we are transforming into a Crystalline multidimensional being.
Throughout this journey we are being infused with higher vibrational frequencies from the Galactic Center & Cosmic forces so that we can shine our light and come into Divine alignment with the New Earth grid. This vibratory process is an evolutionary upgrade for the Earth as well as her inhabitants. Many Starseeds chose to be here at this time to have a direct and embodied human experience to assist with anchoring in the "New Earth Light Codes."
Humanity is awakening into a new reality of consciousness and is purging many lifetimes of old programming, negative patterns and limiting beliefs on a deep cellular level. So much is falling away, that we may sometimes feel overwhelmed, confused, displaced and downright strange. Anything and everything that no longer serves our higher purpose is being brought up to the surface to be cleared. Our old identity/ego self as we know it is transforming and we are ReBirthing into a new way of being. We are returning to our inner world to feel and heal and connect deeply with our Heart Essence.
Many individuals are experiencing and witnessing this shift on a personal level as well as collectively. We're coming into alignment with the pulsations and rhythms of a very New Earth. It's an awakening of soul embodiment and soul expansion, guiding and empowering us to step into our mastery to live from our natural state of harmony with all of the cosmos.
The Ascension process can bring with it many uncomfortable and unpleasant symptoms: fatigue/exhaustion, muscle aches & pains, mood swings/depression, hot flashes, headache/migraine, sleep & digestive disturbances, heart palpitations, deep sadness/crying, anxiety/nervousness, ringing in ears, feeling ungrounded and lost/detached with no sense of place - as if your identity is gone, vision changes, skin issues, heightened sensitivity, and the list goes on and on.
Some of the ways we can ease these unusual symptoms is by surrendering to the process and through self care. Eating a healthy diet, getting grounded, being present in our human bodies and honoring all of our feelings, meditation & prayer, practicing yoga, taking salt baths, spending time with nature, using flower essences and aromatherapy, engaging in the Arts; music, dance, writing, painting and any form of creative expression, energy healing, crystal therapy, sound healing, massage therapy, homeopathy, chiropractic and acupuncture treatments, and by finding whatever comforts us. I find it so helpful by gathering in CommUnity for love, support & connection with like-spirited people.
As we continue to let go of the old 3D reality, many new opportunities for spiritual growth are arriving and guiding us to explore and cultivate positive change. There is another side of this journey that is important to mention, we have a shadow side that yearns to be acknowledged and accepted. It has been my personal experience that our shadow helps us find our light through a journey known as "the dark night of the soul." When we honor and give love and infuse light into our shadow, our wholeness gets stimulated, and so we become integrated and balanced (this is called "Entrainment"). We are here to experience both light and dark, and we must love and embrace all of our feelings and challenges....not just the joy, fun and happy stuff, but the sad, struggle and pain that needs our love, support & acceptance more than anything. Our Human Soul came here to experience this for growth and transformation.
Every Soul has a Divine mission and purpose here on Earth, and it is during these times of great change that we yearn for a deeper heart connection to feel and experience unconditional Love, Joy and Compassion - a return to our wild childlike nature of living spontaneously and free of restrictions and limitations. It is my belief that our Divinity is striving to awaken our Light within to move us forward so that we can remember who we are and why we are here – we are pure beings of Love & Light in human form who came to the Earth plane to experience The Ascension Process ~ A path to remembering that we are LOVE embodied.
"Ascension is a process. And although it affects us all in similar ways, it also creates differing spaces and experiences for each and every one of us, all according to who we are, what we may choose, and where we are at our soul levels. As time goes on, I believe that all of us will eventually end up in the God space with God and
Love at the center of it all." - Karen Bishop
"Your energetic field is in a state of change and expansion. You have begun to vibrate at higher levels as your consciousness moves more in alignment with your Higher Self. You are one of the fore runners working towards Ascension to raise the consciousness of the planet. The changes you are experiencing are not always comfortable, but they are necessary for your continued growth. The true beauty of your soul is beginning to show and it has a positive and uplifting effect on others." - Cheryl Lee Harnish
For more information and recommended reading about The Ascension Process, please visit: www.gamabooks.com,
The Language of Light
What is the Language of Light?
The Language of Light is the Language of your Soul's wisdom and it's memory - they are words of creation that bypass the linear thinking mind and connects us directly with our heart. Light Language is Multidimensional Communication that awakens our consciousness and attunes us with higher vibrational frequencies to help us access our own unique Crystalline Soul Codes.
The origin of Light Language come from various star systems - Pleiades, Sirius, Arcturus, Andromeda,Vega, Lyra, Orion, Alpha Centuri, Antares, Venus, etc., and can be angelic, galactic/cosmic, Earth- elemental/faeries, Atlantian and Lemurian.
Light Language can be experienced as a unique form of channeling Codes of Light that hold vast amounts of information within our DNA that are awaiting our awareness and expression of them. As we receive Light Language downloads of information, we can transmit these frequencies to others. We are anchoring higher frequencies of light through us onto Earth to help shift consciousness within us and collectively.
Light Language affects everyone differently and is unique to each person's individual needs. Embedded within are sacred geometry symbols that can be spoken, sang, written, danced and expressed in many creative ways. These powerful alchemical Light codes can assist people to activate their own innate intelligence for healing and transformation.
When I am speaking/singing, writing and/or dancing Light Language, I feel a deep HeartSoul connection with my Star/Galactic Tribe and Mother Earth. It's an infinite experience of remembering who I am in my most authentic, unique and multidimensional self.
Light Language can help us align with our divine purpose as we connect with Universal frequencies. When we surrender and open to the flow of Light as it moves through us, we embody and live from of our Soul's wisdom and guidance. Light Language transmissions recode the DNA for alignment with higher dimensional consciousness and assists us with anchoring into the New Earth frequencies.
What are some of the benefits and experiences of Light Language:
* Shifts us into higher states of consciousness
* Supports us through our Ascension Journey
* Connects us with our own unique resonance for
awakening our Mastery
* Activates our Soul's Wisdom and helps us remember our Divinity
* Increases intuition & reawakens soul memory
* Helps us to build our Light Body
* Restores our energy, is healing and enhances our well being
* Brings us into Divine alignment with our multidimensional self
* Balances and harmonizes our chakra system
* Dissolves energy distortions, blockages & limiting patterns
* And so much more!
Light Language Arcturian Blessing
"The Language of Light creates a resonant effect with your vibration. Much more than mere sound, it is the multilayered informational frequency of the harmony of LOVE. Light Language helps entrain your vibration to a higher vibration of love and health. It helps you release emotional, mental and physical distortions that are lowering your vibration."
- From the book: Opening to Light Language by Jamye Price
"We have the power to unlock from deep within our DNA our own unique Soul codes known as Light Language. How can we unlock them? By going within and dropping down into our heart-space, and then by opening to Channel from higher dimensional frequencies - Star systems, Galactic/Cosmic & Angelic energies and Elementals/Earth energies. We are remembering our Divinity through Light Language, and when we access and transmit these codes of light, we get to have an infinite experience from our Multidimensional self. Within our cellular memory, we hold Sacred Wisdom that is yearning to be expressed and shared with the Multiverse. Light Language is truly a language of LOVE and opens our hearts to experience Joy, Peace & Oneness that leads us into Wholeness ."
- Maryanne Savino
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Join Jungle Jim at the Kihei Public Library for "Minecraft Madness!" on Saturday, March 25, 2017 at 10:30 am!
"Build a Better World" is the 2017 summer reading theme developed by the Collaborative Summer Library Program (CSLP). To fit with the Architecture, Building, and Construction theme, Jungle Jim's new show is titled Minecraft Madness! Join Jungle Jim as he leads your young patrons through the magical world of Minecraft! Combining balloon artistry, magic, comedy and improv, Jim creates an amazing experience for children!


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If you are familiar with tzatziki this simple homemade recipe is probably an exciting find. If you aren't familiar with tzatziki, you are in for a real treat. You can enjoy it as a dip with pita bread or the edible scoop of your choice. It's also a wonderful, creamy sauce that makes a great addition to all kinds of dishes.
Tzatziki Ingredients
16 ounces plain greek yogurt* 2 cucumbers - peeled, seeded and diced 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 lemon, juiced (1/4 cup) 4 cloves garlic, peeled Salt and pepper to taste 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill (optional)
Tzatziki Directions
Combine all ingredients in food processor or blender and process until smooth. Refrigerate for at least one hour to allow the flavors to combine.
*For a thicker tzatziki remove some of the liquid from the yogurt by hanging it in a thick cheesecloth. Put the yogurt in the center of the cheesecloth and gather up the corners around it to form a ball. Tie the cheesecloth corners to a wooden spoon. Hang the yogurt inside a pot, using the wooden spoon across the top of the pot as a hanger. The pot will then catch the escaping liquid. Put the pot in the refrigerator overnight. In the morning there will be clear liquid in the bottom of the pot and a thickened ball of Greek yogurt "cheese" to use in your tzatziki.


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The Holy Trinity Parish directory is accessible only to members and active non-members listed in the directory with a valid email address. If you are a member or active non-member and would like to be added to the directory, or if you need to update your directory information, use the form at the bottom of this page.
The printed version of the directory is based on the information in the online directory. New bound directories are produced approximately every six months. Parishioners who are listed in the directory may request a non-bound printed version by contacting the Parish Office.
Parish Directory FAQ
- I am a member or active non-member; how do I access the parish directory on my Web browser?
- How do I login from my mobile device?
- What do I do if my login doesn't work?
- Your user name is the email listed in your directory profile. If you have multiple email addresses, make sure that you are using the one in your profile.
- If you have forgotten your password, reset it here.
- If neither of the above solutions solve your issue, contact Amanda Vaughn.
- Can I change my directory profile?
- For security reasons, only directory admins can change profiles at this time. Use the form at the bottom of this page to request a change of directory information. Changes are usually made within two business days.
- Is the Online Directory Secure?
- I am not a member or active non-member of HTP; can I access the directory or request someone's contact information?
- For the security of parishioners, information in the directory is available only to those persons listed in the directory.


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Chelonia mydas
STATUS: Threatened
DESCRIPTION: The green sea turtle grows to a maximum size of about 4
feet and a weight of 44O pounds. It has a heart-shaped shell, small head,
and single-clawed flippers. Color is variable. Hatchlings generally have
a black carapace, white plastron, and white margins on the shell and limbs.
The adult carapace is smooth, keelless, and light to dark brown with dark
mottling; the plastron is whitish to light yellow. Adult heads are light
brown with yellow markings. Identifying characteristics include four costal
plates, none of which borders the nuchal shield, no jagged marginals and
only one pair of prefontals between the eyes. Adult green turtles feed
largely on marine algae and grasses in shallow water areas. They may also
consume small mollusks, sponges, crustaceans, and jellyfish.
RANGE AND POPULATION LEVEL: With an estimated population of no more
than 6OO,OOO adults worldwide, the green turtle is found in tropical and
temperate seas and oceans. The North American distribution is from Massachusetts
to Mexico, and from British Columbia to Baja California. In the Southeast
Region, green turtles also occur in Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.
Continental United States nesting is limited to 3OO to 1,000 nests annually
on Florida's east coast from Volusia County to Dade County. Occasional
nesting also occurs in Puerto Rico and in the U.S. Virgin Islands.
REPRODUCTION AND DEVELOPMENT: The nesting season varies with the locality.
For Florida it is roughly June through September. Nesting occurs nocturnally
at 2-, 3-, or 4-year intervals. A female may lay as a many as seven clutches
in a season at 9- to 13-day intervals. Clutch size varies from 75 to 2OO
eggs with incubation requiring 48 to 7O days, depending on incubation temperatures.
Hatchlings generally emerge at night. Survival to maturity is very low.
Age at maturity is thought to be 2O to 5O years.
HABITAT: Green turtles are generally found in fairly shallow waters (except when migrating) inside reefs, bays, and inlets. The turtles are attracted to lagoons and shoals with an abundance of marine grass and algae. Open beaches with a sloping platform and minimal disturbance are required for nesting. Green turtles apparently have a strong nesting site fidelity and often make long distance migrations between feeding grounds and nesting beaches. Hatchlings have been observed to seek refuge and food in sargassum clumps.
Species Distribution from known occurrences. Species may occur in similar habitats in other counties.Green counties indicate observed within 20 years. Yellow counties indicate an obscure data reference to the species in the county. Red counties indicate observed more than 20 years ago.
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Mini-Cam, the Warrington-based pipeline inspection equipment specialist, has been recognised for exceptional international growth in The Sunday Times SME Export Track 100 for the first time.
The business places 57th in the league table, which ranks Britain's small and medium-sized businesses with the fastest-growing international sales.
Over the past two years, international sales have grown by 53 per cent following the business' expansion into new markets, including Central and South America. It now exports to more than 40 countries worldwide. In its latest financial year it recorded revenues of £10.6m – a third of which were generated by overseas sales, something the business is continuing to see increase.
Nigel Wilson, managing director at Mini-Cam, said: "We are delighted to feature in the Sunday Times Lloyds SME Export Track 100. This recognition reflects the hard work of our excellent team in driving international sales growth for Mini-Cam and we look forward to expanding our overseas footprint further during 2017."
LDC backed the management buyout of Mini-Cam in July 2015, providing additional funding to invest in product innovation and drive international growth in new and existing markets.
Further information about this year's Sunday Times SME Export Track 100 can be found here: http://www.fasttrack.co.uk/league-tables/sme-export-track-100/league-table/


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Don't we all dream of effortlessly bouncy, healthy-looking hair? Hair with the perfect amount of volume, without spending excessive hours in front of a mirror perfecting your blow-dry technique? Now thanks to Goldwell, you can have exactly that, with minimal fuss (because, frankly, who has the time?!). As part of Goldwell's Kerasilk range, the Repower treatment and at-home products will leave your hair … Read More


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I don't usually share shots of my home. I attempt to use this blog to promote and inform about my shop, HiHo. However the holiday season in my home seems to scream Pink Saturday. The houses and deer sit behind the corner of the couch in my living room and the ornaments are from my tree.
May your season be bright and pink!
To continue more pink fun click on the I Love Pink button in my sidebar...thank you, Beverly, a big pink lipstick kiss to you;)


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RN Cath Lab Procedural/FT/Days - $20,000 sign -on Bonus
Job Description
Circulate and monitors procedures
Serves as a resource to patient care to support staff and physicians
Able to work successfully in a fast pace clinical nursing setting
Demonstrates strong assessment skills and critical thinking skills
Proficient in computer charting
Position is for St. Luke's Medical Center Cath Lab.
Position is for an experienced Cath Lab Procedural RN
AZ RN license or able to obtain
At least 1 year experience as a Cath Lab Procedural RN.
Prefer 3+ years RN experience as a Cath Lab Procedural nurse.
Current BLS & ACLS.
$20,000 sign-on bonus with 2 year full time service agreement.
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
Application Instructions
Please click on the link below to apply for this position. A new window will open and direct you to apply at our corporate careers page. We look forward to hearing from you!Apply Online
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Considering Divorce Mediation?
Retain our DeLand mediation attorneys!
In years past, divorce court was the only real option for couples looking to end their marriage. New alternatives slowly appeared over the years and mediation was one such option. Rather than fighting for your rights in front of a judge, mediation puts the control back in your hands and significantly minimizes the conflict often associated with divorce.
At Buckmaster & Ellzey, we understand that trying something new may be intimidating. Our DeLand mediation attorneys are committed to making this process as seamless as possible and doing everything we can to help you achieve a favorable outcome. We are uniquely trained to handle mediated divorces, which can inspire the confidence you deserve.
What can I expect from a mediated divorce?
A mediated divorce is comprised of three main individuals – you, your spouse, and a mediator. The mediator is a neutral third party who serves to guide both parties toward a satisfactory divorce agreement. Most significantly, the mediator does not make decisions for either spouse. They simply encourage open and honest communication throughout the divorce.
Mediators are required to conduct themselves in the following manner:
- Remain neutral and avoid any partiality toward either spouse
- Avoid using force to establish a divorce agreement
- Always work for the mutual benefit of both parties
Mediation covers the same issues as a normal divorce, including property division, alimony, and child custody. These issues are instead discussed in such a way that allows both spouses to share their opinions and arrive at an outcome each individual is happy with. Couples with children often find that mediation protects the children from unnecessary conflict and blame-shifting. Mediation can help you establish common ground, which can last even after the divorce is complete. While mediation may not be for everyone, it has proven successful in numerous cases throughout the years.
The team at Buckmaster & Ellzey wants to give you the best possible chance for success, so give us a call. Our mediation attorneys in DeLand look forward to representing you during this time.


text: Increased energy-efficiency (via LED lighting) means that LED's will not only save you energy, but money as well. In fact, the average 60-watt LED light bulb will save you significant cash over its useful life through energy savings and avoided replacement costs. So you're putting money in your pocket and because you are using far less energy, you are not depleting nearly as much of the Earth's resources. In essence, you are going green. There are so many benefits to switching to LED's, it's time you give it a try.


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There can be no Universal Health Coverage (UHC) without quality, equity, dignity and sexual and reproductive health and rights '– that statement by Director-General of the World Health Organization, Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus captures one of the key takeaways from the 71st World Health Assembly side event 'Why women, children, adolescents and youth are central to advancing UHC, Quality, Equity, Dignity (QED), and Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR)', on the 23rd of May in Geneva.
The event, co-organized by the Governments of Malawi and Sweden[1] and co-chaired by the Hon. Atupele Muluzi, Minister of Health, Malawi and Dr Anders Nordström, Swedish Ambassador for the Global Health Ministry for Foreign Affairs, provided a forum for citizens to articulate their experiences in citizen-led accountability processes in relation to UHC, gender equality, sexual reproductive health and rights, and for government representatives to share how they are building systems and structures able to sustain quality of care and achieving UHC, gender equality and health equity.
Three citizens took the floor to share their experiences of direct participation through citizens hearings, how their engagement brought change and held governments accountable to provide better quality, more equitable healthcare. Jean Daryl Ampong, National Youth Representative, Family Planning Organization of the Philippines shared how citizen hearings in the country contributed to lift a ban on family planning. Dr Mahamadou Diakite, Advocacy Project Manager from Mali explained how community hearings were instrumental to address inequities in payment for services and develop structures that engage with communities in the Ministry of Health. Aparajita Gogoi from India, National Coordinator for WRA India clearly voiced that people who have lived in margins of society, including women and children, are often not listen to. These voices are to be heard and protected. They are the basis for accountability and achievement. Governments must embrace them, establish and invest in processes that facilitate getting citizens voices into the public space, imbedding them into the systems and policy development process, including streamlining them into the programme design, implementation and solutions.
Ministry of Health officials talked about their efforts towards institutionalizing quality of care to deliver quality services for women, children and adolescents. Hon. Minister Muluzi of Malawi, one of ten pathfinder countries that are part of the Network for Improving Quality of Care for Maternal, Newborn and Child Health, shared the story of the exceptional progress of the District Hospital is Thyo which has not registered a maternal death in over 130 days. Dr Emmanuel Ankrah Odame, Director for Policy, Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation at the Ministry of Health in Ghana, another Network pathfinder country, discussed their decade long efforts to redesign the health system to make UHC a reality, in which quality of care has become the new frontier. This will require a national healthcare quality strategy, leadership at national, subnational and facility level, community engagement and efforts to improve the health infrastructure. Dr Maaroufi Abderrahmane, Director of Public Health, Morocco explained how they have made investments in assessing the quality of care at the facility level and accrediting health facilities based on well-defined quality criteria efforts towards improving quality of care in health services, a strategy that has resulted in ongoing improvement of the quality of care in health facilities, and an increase in trust from the communities they serve.
The Quality, Equity and Dignity Advocacy Working Group organized a second event, on 24th May, bringing together a broad range of stakeholders to discuss and explore 'what works' for UHC with quality, equity and dignity in health services. Representatives of government, civil society, the private sector and the health workforce shared best practices in advancing action and accountability to improve both access and quality of care for women, children and adolescents, and increase commitment to QED across all constituencies. During the event, Dr Andrew Likaka, Director, Quality management Directorate in the Ministry of Health in Malawi, explained why quality, equity, dignity is not a whim, or a pilot project sure to be replaced by a new concept: 'Sustainability of QED lies on the fact that the global Network for Improving Quality of Care for Maternal, Newborn and Child Health is a movement, not a pilot', he said. He mentioned that since the Network's launch, the ten countries leading it have set up guidelines on what quality of care requires, established policies and strategies on quality of care and the institutional structures to implement them. For him, collaboration, partnership, strong leadership and passion are key, and investing in quality is smart: 'I don't believe that quality is very expensive. But low quality is costly.'
Dr Michelle Bachelet, Former President of the Republic of Chile, Board Chair of PMNCH in her closing remarks at both events said that policies need to be tailored to the people, and not people to policies. She reiterated the importance of listening to citizens' demands for quality healthcare, and encouraged the audience to support the What Women Want campaign which aims to hear directly from at least 1 million women and girls worldwide about their one ask for quality maternal and reproductive health care. She stressed that accountability is essential to sustain institutions, including quality, and that governance should facilitate the creation of spaces for dialogue to advance and lead to accountability.


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Kudzu, the Asian vine that became a Southern scourge because of its ability to swallow entire landscapes, threatens to do so at the N.C. Museum of Art.
A relatively contained patch of kudzu was given room to spread last year when workers cleared trees and underbrush to replace a sewer line through the museum's 160-acre park. Seemingly overnight, the dense vines had covered about a 4-acre area, jumping over a city greenway and climbing 4-story-tall trees.
"It's like a wildfire that just made a jump," said Dan Gottlieb, the museum's deputy director who is in charge of planning and design.
Now the museum is fighting back, engaging in hand-to-hand combat with the kudzu. It's the early stages of a campaign that could take years to eradicate the vine and may never be totally successful.
Kudzu is one of several non-native invasive plants in the museum's park, a mix of forest and meadow cut by the looping greenway and trails, and studded with sculptures and other outdoor art.
The property has a "pretty checkered past," Gottlieb says, primarily as farmland, first for a prison and then for N.C. State University. The original forest was turned to pastures, and cows waded in House Creek, the stream that crosses the property.
When the livestock left, suburban weeds such as honeysuckle and Japanese stilt grass moved in. Privet, a sweet-smelling shrub now covered with white flowers, chokes the forest floor, while Callery pears, parent of the better-known Bradford pear, poke up in the meadows uninvited.
Restoring the park to a more natural condition will mean getting rid of these invasive species, or at least controlling them. And the one that suddenly moved to the top of the priority list is kudzu.
A symbol of the South
It's fitting perhaps that a Southern art museum should so struggle with kudzu. The vine has become a symbol of the South, where it thrives and now covers about 8 million acres, and inspired much art, including poetry, photography and film. The museum park itself contains a work called "Invasive," a vine pattern painted on the greenway trail.
Kudzu is a native of Japan, first brought to the United States for an international exposition in Philadelphia in 1876. It was eventually sold as feed for cattle and as an ornamental plant that would quickly cover a trellis and shade a porch.
Kudzu got a huge boost during the Great Depression, when the federal government recommended planting it to prevent erosion and provided millions of seedlings. One of its virtues was that it grew fast – up to a foot a day in the summer growing season – and it grew well on poor soil.
And it was hard to kill.
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How to kill it
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The museum decided against goats, and fire in a suburban environment with artwork nearby didn't seem like a good idea.
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Field Trips Have an adventure in the Mountains of Colorado!
Vertex Field Trips are the best way to experience even more of Colorado mountain life. At Vertex, music starts in the afternoon. You could raft a river while the sun is high and return to dance all night without missing a beat!
Field Trips are great for friends and groups, but are also an ace method of meeting new adventure-loving festival friends.
All Field Trips are a quick and convenient round trip journey from and to the festival shuttle station, which will be optimally placed for easy access by all. We hope to announce more Field Trips soon!
This scenic raft trip offers mild rapids and stunning views of the Rocky Mountains.
No experience is necessary. After a short 10 minute bus ride to our South Main outpost, we will outfit everyone for their raft trip where their boats are waiting by the river.
The hike is a 6-mile round trip to the high end of the subalpine life zone.
The trailhead is located in the ghost town of Hancock (past the ghost town of St. Elmo) and follows the old Denver, South Park & Pacific railroad grade for 3 miles to the east entrance of the Alpine Tunnel, which has been closed for many years. The wildflowers are usually as spectacular as the views.
Enjoy a round of 18 holes in the beautiful scenery of Buena Vista!
The Buena Vista Disc Golf Course has tough lines and long holes that makes it a good challenge for the more experienced, and first timers will find a good flow. Come and throw some discs with your Vertex crew on this festival-reserved course!
Come explore downtown Buena Vista for yourself!
Free with a Festival Wristband! Buena Vista, Spanish for "good view," is nestled at the foot of the Continental Divide. Feel free to enjoy the amazing artists and art galleries, shop their distinctive stores, eat great food, have a brew from the local brewery, taste a whiskey from the local distillery, or simply enjoy the bragged about views!
The services provided as part of any Field Trip booked through this site ("Field Trip") are furnished by independent contractors who are not employees of, or joint ventures with, Madison House Presents, LLC ("Company"). Company is not liable for the acts, errors, omissions, representations, warranties, breaches or negligence of any supplier or any personal injuries, death, property damage or other damages or expenses resulting from causes outside of Company's control. Company shall not be responsible for travel delays or cancellations or for any illness, death, injury, damage or loss of time arising therefrom. Company shall not be liable for any injuries, damages or losses caused to any person in connection with or by the employees of the supplier of the Field Trip, employees or contractors, terrorist activities, social or labor unrest, mechanical or construction failures or difficulties, diseases, local laws, climactic conditions, criminal acts or abnormal conditions or developments, or any other actions, omissions, or conditions outside the control of Company. By participating in the Field Trip, the participant confirms that they, and any minor children for whom they are responsible, are physically and mentally capable of such participation and that they have no medical or health conditions that would make such participation inappropriate. Such participants ASSUME FULL RESPONSIBILITY for all damage, loss or injury to themselves and any such minor child and also ASSUME THE RISKS of all personal injury, accident or illness to themselves and any such minor child. Under no circumstances, including but not limited to the negligence of others, shall Company be liable for any injury or damage to such participants or minor children.


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Friday, August 28, 2009
Zoom, Zoom, Zoom
Rushing towards San Francisco at a not so high velocity.
For by visit to the Bay Area, Hertz gave me a new Nissan Altima. They originally offered me a minivan but a proper bachelor in San Francisco says "no" to a minivan - only a true 1978 Chevy "Love" van with tinted oval windows and shag carpeting will do.
The Altima is pretty slick. Smooth, compact and powerful. Tiptronic transmission and I'm thinking I too could drive like Dale Earnhardt Jr (sans wall, please). Stomp on the gas and the power comes on nicely. Before you know it, you're pushing 95mph and wondering if that helicopter shadowing you is D.E.A. or the California Highway Patrol.
Crossing the Golden Gate Bridge.
The Altima rests before prowling in Burlingame.
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In-N-Out On The Fry
Double Double, Fries and a Coke.
I'm rolling out ot San Francisco today and risking missing my flight to Victoria because I've diverted to In-N-Out Burger in Millbrae. I know all about the "secret" menu but I can't get anough of the simple Double Double burger with pickles, lettuce, tomato, onions and good ole' Amerkun cheese.
And as much as I enjoy In-N-Out, I have to be honest: the fries suck. They cut the fries fresh and then finish fry them in oil, resulting in a fry that never gets quite crips and always turns soggy. For such a great burger, the fries have always been an utter disappointment. Luckily, I was customer number three today and the girl had plenty of time to fry my fries a little extra crisp. Turns out these were the best fries I've ever eaten at In-N-Out. I just wish they would blanch the fries first. Then nothing could assail In-N-Out.
Oh well, on to Victoria...
Proportional Goodness.
Another Double Double and Fries for the flight to Victoria.
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Is your belly swollen and uncomfortable by the end of the day?
Do you suffer griping gas pains and/or flatulence?
Aside from being uncomfortable and embarrassing, bloating and flatulence can make your pelvic floor symptoms worse, especially prolapse symptoms and bladder leakage.
Read on now for:
- What causes bloating (diet-related)?
- Which food can cause bloating?
- My short interview with Nutritionist Catherine Saxelby who explains FODMAPS
- How to stop bloating and flatulence
- How bloating can make your pelvic floor problems worse
What Causes Bloating & Flatulence?
Imagine a balloon inside your belly being filled with gas and water – this is very much like what happens with bloating.
Your gut is designed to expand and contract – this is normal. Pain and discomfort can result if you have a lot of gas or if your gut is extra sensitive to stretching.
Diet-related bloating is caused when food or fluid is poorly digested in your small intestine so that it passes to your large intestine. These poorly digested foods ferment and feed your gut bacteria and draw extra fluid into your gut (hence those gurgly sounds). Fermentation and the action of your gut bacteria produce gas and your belly becomes bloated with gas and fluid.
It's important to visit your doctor if you are suffering bowel symptoms to rule out other causes before making changes to your diet. Abdominal bloating can be caused by bowel diseases including inflammatory bowel conditions, Coeliac disease and some gynaecological conditions.
Which Foods Can Cause Bloating?
Studies have shown that some carbohydrates (sugars) in some foods and fluids worsen bloating and flatulence.
These carbohydrates are known as FODMAPS. While the term may sound complex at first glance, it simply stands for the different types of carbohydrates that aren't well absorbed by some of us – particularly with IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome).
FODMAPS have been extensively researched by Professor Sue Sheppard and the team University of Melbourne and the low FODMAP diet is implemented by dieticians worldwide.
Don't be confused by the term sugars – this article isn't about sugar being bad for our health as some would argue; rather that some of the sugars found in everyday foods aren't well absorbed and can bloating and flatulence in some individuals.
FODMAPS found in everyday foods:
Fructose – e.g. apples, honey, pear, high fructose corn syrup
Lactose – dairy
Polyols – e.g. apples, apricots, cherries, sweeteners containing mannitol, sorbitol or xylitol, prunes, mushrooms
Fructans – e.g. artichoke, asparagus, chicory, wheat, garlic, onions
Galactans – e.g legumes (chick peas, baked beans, lentils, soybeans)
This list of FODMAPS is by no means exhaustive see below for more information.
How to Stop Bloating & Flatulence with FODMAPS
Not all the FODMAP foods bother everyone. Some individuals may just have an intolerance to one of the categories e.g. lactose intolerance.
To work out the problem foods, most individuals start out with an elimination diet where the foods ugh in FODMAPS are removed from the diet and then different foods are gradually reintroduced and the effect on symptoms is monitored.
If you are planning on making changes to your diet it's advisable to consult with an accredited practicing dietician. The low FODMAP diet can be a little restrictive in terms of maintaining adequate fibre and calcium intake when it is fully implemented.
How Does Bloating Make Pelvic Floor Problems Worse?
There are a number of ways that bloating can make pelvic floor problems worse:
- When you become bloated, the gas and water in your lower abdomen can increase downward pressure on your pelvic floor. Increased pressure on your pelvic floor can make your prolapse and/or incontinence symptoms worse. Diet for prolapse can help relieve prolapse symptoms in some women.
- When foods are poorly absorbed in your gut this can contribute to changes in your bowel movements with diarrhoea and/or constipation. Bowel problems such as constipation and diarrhoea can both weaken the pelvic floor muscles and contribute to worsening prolapse and/or incontinence problems.
Key Points
- Pelvic floor symptoms can become worse with bloating and flatulence
- Bloating can result when foods and/or fluids are poorly absorbed
- Some sugars in everyday foods aren't well absorbed and can bloating and flatulence in some individuals
- FODMAPS is an acronym for some of the sugars that are poorly absorbed in the gut
- Consult with an accredited practicing dietitian for assistance implementing the FODMAPS diet
More Information
- Nutritionist Catherine Saxelby's Eat to Beat Constipation information and download her handy fibre factsheet
- Monash University Department of Gastroenterology Information and FODMAPS resources
- The user friendly FODMAPS App can be downloaded from the App Store or Google Play
- Online search will provide you with many links that list FODMAP foods
with Pelvic Floor Physiotherapist Michelle Kenway
Learn how to exercise safely, strengthen your prolapse and reduce your risk of repeat prolapse.
Prolapse Exercises is a complete exercise guide for women after prolapse surgery seeking to exercise safely and protect their pelvic floor.
Michelle Kenway is a Physiotherapist, book author and exercise instructor for women. Her long-term experience as a Physical Therapist private practitioner and hospital-based Physiotherapist have provided her with unique understanding of the safe exercise, health and fitness challenges confronting women through the life stages.


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Weddings are some of the most memorable and unique celebrations in people's lives. Hence memories of an intimate wedding celebration are treasured forever. Not just by the couple getting married but by everyone attending. Of course, they strive to make their wedding as special and elegant as possible.
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From the lush Garden over the cozy yet sophisticated Main Dining room to the elegant, white Parlor Floor: Maison May delivers the Brownstone wedding experience our guests expect from a wedding destination in Brooklyn.
To find the right wedding venue in Brooklyn isn't easy. Although Maison May hosted many elegant weddings over the years we are always honored when couples trust us with their wedding ceremony. That they pick our Brownstone as their wedding destination amongst the many in Brooklyn means a lot to us.
Most noteworthy, Maison May built its reputation almost entirely on word-of-mouth recommendations from guests. Happy couples are our most valuable marketing tool.
Naturally, a celebration like a wedding comes with many questions. Therefore, it obviously requires a close and trusting relationship between everybody involved. We take a lot of time to get to know every single couple and answer all their questions. We want to make our guests feel entirely comfortable with their choices and every wedding as seamless and easy as possible.
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Preserving the old while embracing the new is what makes Maison May such a quintessential Brooklyn Brownstone wedding destination.
Regardless if you have 10 or 100 guests, the familiar feeling of the Brownstone creates a naturally intimate yet elegant setting for any wedding. Add an experienced and professional staff that welcomes guests with a warm smile, an open mind, and a full heart and you have a home.
This formula makes Maison May a reliable destination and trusted venue for elegant Brownstone weddings for couples from all over the world.
Email us today to schedule a visit and find out more about one of the most charming wedding venues in Brooklyn.
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Shortlist spot for Morpeth sewage system
A sustainable sewage system for Morpeth is one of six developments in the North East to have been shortlisted for the region's top planning award.
These projects will be competing for the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) North East Awards for Planning Excellence. The winner will be announced on Friday, October 6.
Vikki Vansylvan, chairman of RTPI North East, said: "The finalists provide a mix of outstanding examples of planning, showcasing the continued emergence of the North East of England as a place for planning excellence."
One of two nominees in the county, the North Morpeth Strategic Sewer, by Northumbrian Water, 'responds to the identification of Morpeth as a location for growth in the emerging Northumberland Core Strategy through the delivery of a sustainable foul drainage strategy for multiple sites'.


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Scott Carney '18 / Emertainment Monthly Staff Writer
Tim (Miles Christopher Bakshi) is a seven-year-old boy with a hyperactive imagination who loves nothing more than being the center of attention for his parents (Jimmy Kimmel and Lisa Kudrow). That attention soon becomes threatened when his parents announce he is getting a new baby brother. However, the new baby is not as normal as he appears, in that he is really a high profile businessman-baby(?) voiced by Alec Baldwin who refers to himself as "the boss baby." He is going on an undercover mission for his company (Baby Co.) in order to stop a rival company (Pet Co.) from unveiling a new puppy that is so cute, it will stop adults from wanting babies.
This sounds like the type of ridiculous premise that would constitute a film in the 30 Rock universe or a 12:30 AM Saturday Night Live skit. However, this is the plot of the latest from DreamWorks Animation, the same studio that brought us classics like Shrek as well as recent great films like How to Train Your Dragon. To be fair, a film with an outrageous premise can still succeed with an engaging story and memorable characters. In this case, however, the film is as about as good as its title suggests.
The main problem with the film is that it doesn't really take any of its audience members into account. The jokes in the film constitute references that are too mature for a child to understand, and too childish for an adult to appreciate. For example, the film seems to think the funniest thing about it is that a baby is talking about memos and stock prices. Kids won't be able to relate to this joke and it wears thin for adults. On the flip side, the film has a plethora of fart and slapstick jokes, typical of the kids movie genre.
Aside from the comedy, the film also doesn't quite succeed in its emotional story. For starters, Tim is a very forgettable protagonist, the type of good natured imaginative child we've seen in a million other films. Baldwin's baby character is more memorable than Tim for obvious reasons, but beneath the ridiculousness of his outside appearance, he is just the standard work crazy curmudgeon who learns about the importance of family in the predictable manner. Even more, the connection that these two characters are supposed to forge does not feel natural but rather forced, as if the movie knows it has to hit the right beats so they become friends in the end. In fact, the only reason the two agree to work together in the first place is because they want each other out of their respective lives, and the film never gives a convincing enough argument for why they begin to like each other.
It would be easy to dismiss these flaws as The Boss Baby being a simple kids movie, but the success of recent films such as Zootopia indicate that kids can appreciate good storytelling just as much as the parents who take them to the theater. Case in point: the theater I screened this in was filled with kids and they were barely engaged in it. I heard one child lament that he wished he had stayed home and played on his iPad. Normally, I would encourage people to go out to a movie theater as opposed to simply watching content on their tablets, but in this case I couldn't help but agree with him. If kids are expected to keep going out to the movies, they deserve better than The Boss Baby.
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For those of you who do not know, Bosom Buddies is a non-profit organization based out of Naples that is 100% dedicated to helping helping people fight breast cancer. According to Bosom Buddies, "we raise monies for the women/men who are uninsured and underinsured and facing the diagnosis of breast cancer. Bosom Buddies is run solely by volunteers, all of whom are breast cancer survivors or who have had their lives touched by breast cancer."
Sounds like a pretty cool organization, doesn't it? Well all of us here at DeVoe Auto were so moved by what the people over at Bosom Buddies are doing, we wanted to partner with them and help in some way.
So in an effort to raise money for Bosom Buddies this Breast Cancer Awareness month, DeVoe Cadillac is making a donation to Bosom Buddies for every purchase, lease or service of any new or used vehicle at DeVoe Auto.
So if you're considering buying a new car, or even if you just need an oil change, stop by DeVoe Cadillac in Naples Florida before the end of the month. We hope to see you soon!


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Benefits of Lukewarm Water in Winter
Lukewarm Water Chlorine works like a great bleach. Salt bacteria and bacteria present on the skin are destroyed By mixing salt in water, the muscle tension is reduced by bathing. The winter season has come. Many problems start in this season such as stomachache in the skin of the body, itching problem, herpes and eczema, skin whiteness etc. Along with this, the problem of hair loss, dandruff etc. also started due to lack of moisture in the body. Baking with salt water can help you a great deal of relief from all…Read More


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Time for a cuppa tea...
New Henny Bear pic.
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Homage to Sebastian the crab!
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Somewhere over the rainbow...
little birds in progress!
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Finished Henny Bear and Duck illo!
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Wedding Cards!
I've been wanting to do a range of greeting cards for ages, and finally making a start, adding to the xmas cards I did here's some wedding ones!
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Work in progress!
Whats started out as some doodles is now possibly a fledging story about a bear called Henny and a duck. Working up colouring one of the doodles, just need to add some texture and I think it's there!
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Happy New Year! Long overdue post!
Hope you all had a lovely winter holidays time! Just before xmas, I was selling my xmas cards at the first Yoillo! market stall. Here is the guy behind it, Rob Barrett displaying the wares!
In other news, remember the doodles in the first book I did with Philip Weeks? Well there's now a second book all about Painful Bladder Syndrome!
Here's a few snaps. I wish I was allowed to do the covers on these things :)
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Yesterday I wrote about collateral damage and overshooting. Obviously some stocks got devalued for no just reason what so ever. Can we hunt down these opportunities? My recommendation was, and still is, no. However, there are sectors which have proven in the past to be more resilient and even suitable for times of recession and economic slowdown.
The primary characteristic for these companies is that their business performance is less sensitive or even encouraged by times of recession and economic slow down. These stocks are called defensive stocks.
The combination of an overshooting effect in stock prices the potential for recession makes buying defensive or cyclical stocks an interesting option.
Sectors which are considered to be defensive are consumer sectors such as tobacco, food, alcohol and retail companies (such as wall mart which has recently been recommended again by analyst Mark Miller after years of standing in place). Other, more riskier sectors, are energy, utilities and the defense industry. High dividend yielding stocks are also considered to be more defensive (intuitively these stocks can be thought of as bonds the more the dividend yield is guaranteed).
NY Time's Paul Lim recently wrote about a rather interesting, and unorthodox, strategy for the current slowdown. Instead of buffing up the portfolio with defensive stocks money managers, he says, are apparently betting on growth stocks which have actually over-performed defensive or value-oriented stocks in 2007 (For the complete article: Going for Growth, Even in a Slowdown).consumer sectors, cyclical stocks, Damage, defensive stocks, dividend, high dividend yielding stocks, paul lim, reason, recommendation, Yesterday


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Norway Mass Murderer Anders Behring Breivik has created his own "Al-Qaeda Playbook" for the counter-jihadists.
Norway Mass Murderer Anders Behring Breivik Is an anti-Muslim right wing nut Linked to Stop the Islamization of Europe (SIOE), the EDL, Pamela Geller of "Atlas Shrugs" and Robert Spencer's "Jihad Watch", it appears that these people and groups inspired Mass Murderer Anders Behring Breivik.
Below find just a few of the "Quotes" by Jihad Watch Director Robert Spencer found in the 1,518 page Manifesto called "2083 put out by Anders Behring Breivik".
2083 By Andrew Berwick, (Anders Behring Breivik) London – 2011
BOOKS ON ISLAM: I could also recommend some books that people should read. About Islam I recommend essentially everything written by Robert Spencer (ALSO LINKS TO PAMELA GELLER "ATLAS SHRUGS").
A History of Optics, Part 1 http://www.jihadwatch.org/dhimmiwatch/archives/023840.php
A History of Optics, Part 2 http://atlasshrugs2000.typepad.com/atlas_shrugs/2008/12/here-comes-part.html
A History of Optics, Part 4 http://www.jihadwatch.org/dhimmiwatch/archives/024647.php
A History of Optics, Part 6 http://atlasshrugs2000.typepad.com/atlas_shrugs/2009/02/according-to-michael-kennedy-max-planck-writing-in-1931-statedthat—while-neither-faraday-or-maxwell-originally-consid.html
The History of the Calendar http://atlasshrugs2000.typepad.com/atlas_shrugs/2008/11/fjordman-the-hi.html
As Per Robert Spencer; "The Hadith is absolutely necessary to make any sense of the Quran because Allah addresses Mohammad in the Quran and they talk about incidents in Muhammad's life but they don't fill in the narrative details".
As Per Robert Spencer; "Islam understands its earthly mission to extend the law of Allah over the world by force. Now this is distinct from extending the religion by force. Muslims often indignantly deny that Islam was spread by the sword as the old expression goes and that anybody is ever forced to convert to Islam".
As Per Robert Spencer; "On September 11th, 1683 the siege of Vienna was broken. That was the high point of Islamic Jihad expansion into Europe. After that Islam went into a decline and the Islamic world was colonised and in a drastically weakened state."
As Per Robert Spencer; "The most important thing of what the west needs to know about Islam today is that it has a political character and that it is not simply a religion".
As Per Robert Spencer; "It's unfortunate but it's no negotiating with Jihadists. There is no striking a deal with them. Islamic law is very clear on that and here once again is an example; we need to take Islam seriously! Islamic law does not allow for treaties".
Sources: Jihad Watch, Robert Spencer.
4. http://www.jihadwatch.org/dhimmiwatch/archives/006260.php
7. http://frontpagemagazine.com/Articles/Printable.asp?ID=20490
11. http://www.jihadwatch.org/dhimmiwatch/archives/009405.php
12. http://www.jihadwatch.org/dhimmiwatch/archives/008907.php
15. http://www.jihadwatch.org/dhimmiwatch/archives/008113.php
17. http://www.jihadwatch.org/dhimmiwatch/archives/004191.php
18. http://www.jihadwatch.org/archives/004791.php
23. http://www.frontpagemag.com/Articles/ReadArticle.asp?ID=15701
Deport all Muslim individuals from European soil.
The Muslim riots in France, on July 8th-15th, 2009, illustrated this well. The French Interior Ministry issued orders to the prefects not to communicate to the media the crime statistics and other essential information. (PAMELA GELLER "ATLAS SHRUGS") http://atlasshrugs2000.typepad.com/atlas_shrugs/2009/07/media-blackout-violence-in-france.html
Convert to Christianity or else (Orthodox, Catholic or Protestant). Every individual is to accept baptism, the ritual act by which one is admitted to membership of the Christian Church, as a member of the particular Church in which the baptism is administered. Attempt of al-taqiyya (Islamic deceit) for shorter or longer periods in order to try to wait for a regime change will not be tolerated.
Creating your mining/agriculture cover before an acquisition phase. As for creating an agriculture cover relating to the acquisition of substantial amounts of nitro-fertilizer (for a bomb); I originally had planned to create yet another agriculture prospectus and website etc. for use in the fertilizer-acquirement phase.
Guns, Ammo, Bombs, Bullet Proof Vests see page 856, Anders Behring Breivik has created his own "Al-Qaeda Playbook" for the counter-jihadists. A briefcase full of high grade anthrax has the potential to kill as many as 200 000 people if dispersed effectively. However, this is not our objective. Our aim is to execute surgically precise attacks with a medium to low amount of casualties (concentrations of category A and B cultural Marxists/ multiculturalists).
Obtaining material for a radiological bomb, In order for us to construct and detonate a radiological bomb, we must acquire radioactive material by stealing it or buying it through legal or illegal channels.
THE BOMB- Events on the farm May 2nd to July 22nd 2011.
This log contains a lot of what can appear as "wining" but it serves to reflect my mental state during the stay, a relatively detailed log of events and how I overcame the obstacles that arose. It can also serve as an educational guide or a blueprint for which the goal is to create a more efficient time budget. Learning from other peoples mistakes is always preferable to making them all yourself. It should be possible to drastically reduce the time spent on preparation, assembly (of the bomb) and manufacturing based on the experiences shared in this log.
Wednesday May 4, 2011 – Day 3: Finished creating the metal skeletons for the blast devices and completing other practical issues relating to gear and equipment.I believe this will be my last entry. It is now Fri July 22nd, 12.51.
Sunday May 22 – Day 21: Started relocation of fertilizer. Broke down a 600kg bag into 13-14 x 50kg bags, loaded in the truck, drove 100 meters and carried them with a "carry trolley" into the barn.
Monday June 13 – Day 43: I prepared a test device today and drove off to a very isolated site. The test bomb was composed of a 3g DDNP primary and a 30g PA secondary.
Saturday July 2 – Day 62: Going over the travel route for both plan A and B (locations) for the upcoming event, familiarizing myself with the driving routes and plotting in destinations in my Garmin GPS.
Tuesday July 5 – Day 65: Spent a few hours on ammunition administration. Replaced most of the .223 HP (hollow point) rounds with SP rounds. According to my research; HP rounds for .223 tend, 80-90% of the time, to not mushroom as intended, which defeats much of their purpose.
Friday July 15 – Day 75: I took the train to the capital (Oslo) today to pick up the car I had reserved. Took a taxi from the train station to the car rental company. Came back to the farm late in the evening.
Friday July 22 – Day 82: Initiate blasting sequenses at pre-determined sites. Test dirt for gram of gold per kg. Have enough material for at least 20 blasts. Start capitalization of project as soon as I have results. Time is running out, liquidity squeese inc. Call/email all my investor contacts with updated online prospectus/pdf.
Sincere regards,
Andrew Berwick aka Anders Behring Breivik
Justiciar Knight Commander
Knights Templar Europe
Knights Templar Norway
Bill Warner Private Investigator, SEX, CRIME, CHEATERS & TERRORISM at www.wbipi.com


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How to Write an Epitaph. Typically an epitaph appears on a tombstone or commemorative plaque. A good epitaph makes you think. It reflects the greatest achievements of the deceased, highlighting what they gave to the world. An artist's epitaph may refer to his work. Someone who bravely weathered a terminal disease should be commemorated for her courage. Follow these steps to write an effective epitaph.
Read samples of epitaphs to get an idea of what's appropriate. The Kohima Memorial, erected to commemorate the 2nd Infantry Division of Allied troops during World War II, is a well-known example (see link in Resources).
Meditate on the person for whom you're writing the epitaph. Think too of life and death. It's a serious piece of writing that gets at the heart of being human. Check out what people had to say about life and death at the Epitaph Project.
Keep a journal about the person. You're commemorating an entire life in just a few lines so you need to organize your thoughts. This will help you focus your epitaph on what's important.
Journal about your memories of the person. Think of the wisdom they passed on to you, how they inspired you and others and what they accomplished in their life.
Think about the roles this person filled throughout their life. Write about what sort of parent they were, how their hobbies and interests were part of their identity and how they gave of themselves.
Look through the Bible, books of verse, literature and any other sources that seem relevant to you for quotations. Note them in your journal for inspiration.
Write your epitaph in a calm state of mind. Play favorite music, burn healing oil or incense or sit outside in your garden, a forest or by the beach. Write down everything you have to say about the person you want to commemorate.
Set what you've written aside for a few days. Review each line critically and cross out the ones that don't do your loved one justice, are too narrow in focus or concentrate on unimportant things. Choose the best 2 to 6 lines for your epitaph.
The best epitaphs are written especially for the deceased rather than a quote. Consider adding an epitaph to the blank tombstone of someone you remember fondly.


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Thanks to support from charity givers, the IHH Humanitarian Relief Foundation has launched a project for the construction of a student dormitory in Adıyaman which will host 96 students. The project aims to meet students' need for an accommodation as well as making contribution to their education life.
The to-be-constructed student dormitory will be named after Fahri Yaldız who was martyred in the Israeli attack on the Mavi Marmara. The student dormitory will have a basement, first, second, third floor in addition to a roof floor.
There will be gyms, two arts studios, a masjid, a storage room, a heating center, a janitor room, WCs, change rooms, showers and a water-tank with a fountain in the basement floor of the building. There will be a tea shop, cafeteria, meeting rooms, administration rooms (manager's room, deputy manager's room, secretary room, information desk and a security room) and a waiting room in the entrance floor of the building.
There will be 12 rooms, laundry, infirmary, chatting area, WCs and bathrooms in the first floor, there will be 12 rooms, a laundry, instructors' room, a conversation room, WCs and bathrooms in the second floor, there will be a dining hall, 3 study rooms, 3 cellars, a conversation room and WCs in the third floor. There will be a seminar room, a green room, a library and a terrace in the roof floor.
The dormitory rooms have been designed to accommodate four students at most in line with the international standards. The dormitory building will not only provide an accommodation to the students but it will provide them with activities that will help their socialization.
The project is expected to be finalized within a year after the collection of the necessary funds. The project will be prepared and carried out by the IHH.
The cost of the student dormitory project which will be built on a land of 4.304 square-meters is 800.000 euros while the cost of the furnishing materials to be used in the building is 250.000 euros. Except for the land value, the total cost of the student dormitory is 1.05 million euros.
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Biopharmaceuticals are drugs which are produced with the means of biotechnology. There are a number of ways in which such drugs can be made, but the key distinction between them and other drugs is that they are not extracted from a native source or synthesized with chemical reactions. Instead, they are created with the use of living organisms which may have been modified to produce the desired compound. This requires the use of specialized equipment and clean rooms for safety which protect the integrity of the pharmaceutical compounds while they are produced and packaged.
One classic method of making biopharmaceuticals involves the use of a bioreactor, a container which is used to create tightly controlled conditions which facilitate the growth of a particular organism. In a bioreactor, drugs can be produced by organisms which generate biopharmaceuticals as a byproduct of their life cyle, often because these organisms have been modified to produce specific proteins and nucleic acids. Cell cultures and modified microbes can both be used in bioreactors to make drugs and compounds which can be used in the production of pharmaceuticals.
Genetic modification of plants and animals may also be used to make biopharmaceuticals. Transgenic cows may be designed, for example, to secrete a specific compound in their milk. The practice of using transgenic organisms for the production of pharmaceuticals has been controversial in some regions of the world, for reasons varying from ethical concerns to worries that such organisms could cross-breed with conventional organisms and become contaminated.
A variety of substances can be made using biopharmaceutical techniques, including blood factors, interferons, hormones, vaccines, and monoclonal antibodies. When researchers develop new biopharmaceuticals, they typically file for patents to protect their inventions and the process, and go through a series of steps to seek approval so that their drugs can be sold on the open market. These steps involve extensive testing for safety and efficacy, to confirm that the drugs work as claimed.
The first biopharmaceutical to hit the market was artificial human insulin, which was released in 1982 for use by diabetics. The biopharmaceuticals industry exploded after the 1980s, thanks to increasing interest in additional medical treatments, and advancements in laboratory science which made new developments possible. One advantage to such drugs, especially as an alternative to native compounds, is that they tend to be safer and the dosing is extremely reliable, because the production conditions are very tightly controlled.
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@behaviourism- Yes, some advances have been great, I admit though that I am one of those who worries about this stuff. It seems like we have many medicines these days that do nothing or treat a "problem" that really isn't one.
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I know some people are worried about when biopharmaceuticals will "stop" evolving, because chemicals might become too dangerous, but there are so many advances that have been made. I love the idea of artificial "human" insulin in particular; it means that people no longer have to rely solely on animal insulin for human diabetes, making us more independent.
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