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The Hadley Players venture "This Way Forwardâ€
Limited engagement of Hadley Players This Way Forward
"This Way Forward" is the
latest offering of The Hadley Players, a community theatre group nestled within
the Harlem School of the Arts, located on 142nd Street and St
Nicholas Avenue, and founded by 97-year-old Gertrude Jeannette, a denizen of
the arts.
Ms. Jeannette is the playwright
of "This Way Forward," starring Colette Bryce, Maxx Carr, Khadim Diop, Albert
Eggleston, Ivan Goris, Gary Lawson, Ralph McCain, Louise Mike, Janet Mitchell,
Kimberlee Monroe, Ward Nixon, Arjenis Mora, Chantal Ngwa, Malek Ogee, Stacey
Pryor, Jared Reinmuth, Sharon Shah, Rodney Sheley, Kalina Singleton, Kalvin
Singleton, Donnell Smith, Nzintha Smith, Valarie Tekosky, Joan Valentina and
Cookie Winborn. Ward Nixon directed the
Having written five plays,
"This Way Forward" is the first play written by Ms. Jeannette per the
suggestion and encouragement of Lee Strasberg, an American actor, director and
acting teacher who had a profound influence on the American theatre and with
whom Gertrude studied directing and playwriting. Strasberg was the director of the Actors
Studio and the founder of the Lee
Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute in New York and in Hollywood. Included among his students were: Marlon
Brando, Marilyn Monroe, Paul Newman, Al Pacino, Robert DeNiro, James Dean and
Elia Kazan. Naturally Gertrude wrote about what she knew, so penned details of
having grown up in Arkansas on a large family farm. Although, in the play,
there is no specific region mentioned other than the southwest. "This Way Forward" featuring a 24-character
cast, is based on accounts from Miss Jeanette's childhood when both whites and
Blacks sharecropped and had large families to help provide the labor to work
their farms. Therefore, few children had
the luxury of an education beyond the fifth grade.
Naturally every generation
wants their children to do better, so Bertha Crawford (Valarie Tekosky), the
wife of Dan Crawford (Ralph McCain) the central characters in the play, was determined
to extend the community's all-black school to the level of 9th grade.
More educated than her husband, Bertha initially had to convince her husband
and then eventually the rest of the community who were more concerned with
survival than education, of the importance of a higher education. Although the
Great Depression did not hit until 1929, there was a small recession in 1924
and then another one in 1927. Naturally,
whatever affected whites, affected Black people twice as much. But this play did not dwell on material
poverty but rather poverty of the mind.
Bertha saw education as a way of giving black children opportunity and a
choice outside of sharecropping.
Dan Crawford had gone as far
as the fifth grade and believed he had all the book learning he needed since he
had acquired a large farm. He was
generous in giving his time and labor to his neighbors, but was the kind of
proud man that would not ask anything of his neighbors ― preferring to run his
farm primarily by the sweat of his brow and that of his two sons ― Herman (Gary Lawson) and Floyd (Donnell Smith).
The Crawford neighbors were played by Albert Eggleston as Rev. Jackson, Tom
Williams (Ward Nixon), Stacey Pryor as Sarah, Kimberlee Monroe as Minnie and
Cookie Winborn as Aunt Effie (Louise Mike alternated). The ladies often got together to form
sewing-bees and gossip. Segregation was still in effect during the era of this
play, thus making Aunt Effie essential to the life and death of the community
as their midwife since oft-times Black folks were barred admittance to
hospitals. While the ladies gossiped, their husbands joked and drank, but the
younger men found their recreation occasionally on the seedier side of town
where they found their entertainment in the form of liquor, dice, cards, loose
women and the occasional fist fight. This
often frightened Bertha whose ambitions for her older son Herman were not
shared by him. Her constant efforts to push her son to stay in school only
caused him to dig in his heels and misinterpret his mother's intentions toward
him. Eventually this divide brought
about tragic results.
This production has a limited
engagement with the last show on Sunday, May 27th at 2:30 pm.
Community theatres are
struggling all throughout New York and it is up to us the theatergoer and
lovers of art to keep our theatres thriving.
In doing so, we keep our history alive and our stories told. Open your wallets and send your donations to
the Hadley Players, c/o St. Philips Church, 204 West 133th Street, NYC, 10030, so
that we can live into perpetuity through our art forms.
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Dr. Lance Adams, Duane Stanton, Aquarium of the Pacific | National Marine Fisheries Service
October 19, 2011
Sea Turtle Tagging
As of October 2006, the Aquarium of the Pacific, with the cooperation of the National Marine Fisheries Service and others, has released three green sea turtles with satellite tracking tags into the waters of the Gulf of California and off Southern California. Data was received from one of the released animals for over ninety days and allowed thousands of Aquarium visitors to track its movements and learn more about the habits and behavior of sea turtles.
Dr. Lance Adams, Aquarium of the Pacific
November 7, 2004
Sea Turtle Necropsy Workshop (2004)
Dr. Lance Adams and officials from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration National Marine Fisheries Service conducted a two-day workshop which consisted of classroom lectures and hands-on practicals, aimed at instructing veterinarians and stranding center managers in the proper methods of conducting necropsies and preserving tissue samples from dead sea turtles.
Dr. Michael Garner, Northwest Zoo Pathology Service | Dr. Lance Adams, Aquarium of the Pacific
November 7, 2004
A Retrospective Study of the Diseases of Sea Dragons (2004)
The Aquarium of the Pacific submitted more than forty-five samples that were used in this study. This is the groundwork for understanding the captive health management of this rare species and may have important conservation impacts. Thirty-four diseases of weedy sea dragons and twenty-eight diseases of leafy sea dragons were described.
Dr. Kathryn Gamble, Lincoln Park Zoo | Dr. Lance Adams, Aquarium of the Pacific | AZA Marine Mammal Taxon Advisory Group | National Marine Fisheries Service Office of Protected Resources
November 7, 2004
North American Captive Harbor Seal Phocid Distemper Virus Survey (2004)
Phocid distemper virus (PDV) is an important disease of free-ranging marine mammals and a potential health concern for introduction into captive phocid collections. Prior to this study, no comprehensive serosurvey of the 129 captive harbor seals in North America for this virus had been performed. The Aquarium submitted serum samples from its three harbor seals to support this project.
Dr. Thomas Eurell, University of Illinios at Urbana-Champaign | Dr. Ilze Berzins, Florida Aquarium | Dr. Lance Adams, Aquarium of the Pacific | Dr. Michael Walsh, Dr. Beth Chittick, Sea World of Florida | Dr. Rich Toth, Audobon
November 7, 2004
Sandtiger Scoliosis Project (2004)
Aquarium of the Americas' tissue samples from two clinically affected sand tiger sharks, one from the Aquarium, were analyzed. The presence of a previously unidentified pigment crystal was identified in all the shark samples.
Dr. Lance Adams , Aquarium of the Pacific | Lisa Bartley, Cabrillo Marine Aquarium
November 7, 2004
Clinical Research Using a Neonicitenoid (Capstar, Nitenpyram)
to Treat Parasitic Infections of Lernea sp. Copepods (2004)
Current treatment for this Lernea sp. parasite (arthropod) requires the use of toxic materials that are hazardous to the environment, staff, and to sensitive animals in aquariums.
Dr. Lance Adams and Jodi Michalkiewicz, Aquarium of the Pacific | Dr. Ian Gordon, Dr. Christine Ma-Agas, Veterans Affairs Hospital Long Beach, Department of Vascular Surgery
November 7, 2004
Clinical Research Using Regranex to Treat Head and Lateral Line Erosionsin Marine Fish (2004)
The purpose of this study was to develop a more practical and cost-effective protocol for the treatment of HLLE in fish using Regranex.
Dr. Jim Hicks | Dr. Suzy Muns, University of California Irvine | Dr. Lance Adams, Aquarium of the Pacific | Dr. Todd Schmidt, Dr. Judy St. Ledger, Sea World of California
November 7, 2003
Evaluation of the Breathing Patterns of Normal and Respiratory Diseased Olive Ridley Sea Turtles
Using Pnuemotachography (2003)
In 2003 the Aquarium transported two normal Olive Ridley sea turtles to the University of California Irvine to serve as controls for the respiratory disease turtles used in the study. The turtles were attached to a custom pnuemotachography mask to measure the components of the respiratory cycle.
Dr. Lance Adams, Aquarium of the Pacific and Jack Jewell, Shark Reef at Mandalay Bay
November 7, 2003
Vitamin D Levels in Green Sea Turtles (2003)
In cooperation with Shark Reef at Mandalay Bay, the Aquarium of the Pacific participated in a study aimed at determining the relationship between a sea turtle's access to UV light and its ability to produce and metabolize vitamin D.
Deborah Wisti, American Museum of Natural History
November 7, 2003
Molecular Phylogeny of Lorikeets (2003)
The Aquarium of the Pacific contributed tissue samples to this researcher who was conducting studies aimed at determining the phylogeny of this distinct group of psittacine birds.


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i really really like playing with myself, I mean i really like it.
i do it at least 2 times a day....
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well, it depends on what games you play with yourself. If it's Solitaire, that's completely acceptable. If it's Monopoly, then there is something wrong with you.
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Flowers grown from bulbs produce some spectacular blooms in the garden from early spring until late summer. But, just like flower and vegetable seeds, bulbs have a built-in time clock that dictates when they will bloom. For whatever reason, a gardener can miss the optimum time to plant bulbs for the best result, but all is not lost. Bulbs can be very forgiving.
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Summer-blooming bulbs include gladiolas, lilies, dahlias and alum and can be planted up to mid-summer. If you plant a summer-blooming bulb too late in the summer season, it will probably grow and produce leaves but will not have the right conditions, or enough developing time, to bloom that year.
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For spring-blooming bulbs that were planted too late for the bulb to produce a healthy blossom, leaving the bulb planted to go through its dormant cycle until the following spring is advised. If it is a warmer, no-freeze area, you may wish to dig the bulbs up and store them in a dry, cold area or refrigerator until the correct time to plant for the next year. Summer-blooming bulbs in warm regions can be left in the ground to go dormant and reappear the next summer, yielding normal, beautiful blossoms. In milder climates, bulbs left in the ground are considered perennials. In colder regions, depending on the bulb, you may need to dig summer-blooming bulbs up before the ground freezes and store in a cool, dry place over the winter months. Gladiolas are one such bulb that will not survive over the winter in frozen soil, while many lily bulbs can tolerate the frozen ground with no difficulty. The bottom line is: If you have planted bulbs too late for sufficient blooming one year, simply wait until the following year for normal blooming and a spectacular display.
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Kickass Single Mom: From homeless to chef entrepreneur
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Ladies!! I am two months in to the Kickass Single Mom Grant project (I grant $1,000 monthly to a mom who is doing incredible things — whether in business, community service, her family, politics, the arts … essentially a mom who is awesome and inspires me). I am honored to have received more than 1,600 applicants, heard so many amazing stories from 1,600+ gorgeous moms, I have to tell you — I'M OVERWHELMED! Talk about Sophie's Choice …
This month's winner jumped out with her candor, remarkable story, and positive attitude. She wrote:
My name is Shawnta Creech and I'm a kick*ss mommy! In 2009, I was a homeless mother of two, living in the one of the worst shelters in Washington, D.C. That year, after being homeless and not receiving proper treatment for severe asthma, I went into complete respiratory failure and underwent emergency tracheostomy surgery. Doctors told me I would be in the hospital for six months before they even began to consider taking me off life support… but this momma is a fighter. I had to get back to my babies. After only ONE month, I was released from Washington Hospital, and I have been fighting ever since.
With God at the head of my life, and my support system by my side (my daughters), I have managed to pursue my dreams of becoming a chef, and will successfully complete the culinary arts program at Carlos Rosario International Public Charter School here in DC. Serving and blessing people through food is a true passion of mine. I have a following of people who have fallen in love with a delicious chipotle salad dressing/marinade that I have developed. Even my chef instructor and his chef wife who co-own a successful delicatessen are in love this my dressing. He truly believes in me and has suggested that I look into getting my dressing bottled and in production, as well as granted me use of the school's commercial kitchen for production.
My goal is to see my dressing in stores. I would use this blessing to apply for the necessary trademarks, and licensing from D.C. Then, if there was anything left over, I would take my babies out for a "fancy" meal. Those two little princesses have had to sacrifice sooo much because of my health issues, and they never complain. I don't have the monetary funds to buy them the newest or the most expensive things, but they genuinely appreciate what they have. They are my BIGGEST cheerleaders, this legacy I am building is for them. The day the doctors had to give me this trach, it was their little faces I saw, it was them that I held onto. They believe in me, and I know that this dressing is our ticket to a better life.
BAM! You get $1,000!
Have a listen to the podcast interview in which Shawnta tells me about how she went from a middle-class government worker, to homeless single mom of two babies, first living with relatives, then in shelters, for years before her near-death health crisis snapped her into action to making a better life for her family. Today Shawnta and her daughters live in safe apartment, she will graduate with her culinary degree next month, scoring 97 percent and higher on all tests, and missing only one day of class. I love how she speaks so passionately about the people along her journey who supported her in small and large ways, and most especially about how passionately and lovingly she speaks about FOOD!
I asked her by email to share about her kids. This is what she wrote:
Niya, 12, is so creative and helpful. Her confidence is amazing! I can remember being so insecure in middle school, especially 7th grade, but not her. Unlike most girls her age, she actually acts like a 12 year old, lol. She isn't into being grown or acting "fast," as we call it. She loves writing music, she wants to learn piano, loves creating fashionable clothes for her dolls. She likes Harry Potter, Hunger Games, Princess movies and she will read almost any novel she can get her hands on. She is doing great… thriving. She's a tough cookie, a kickbutt kid.
Kira, 11, is my outspoken songbird. She has the most amazing singing voice. Her teacher overheard her singing and suggested she tryout for the upcoming talent show. She did, and yesterday we found out she made it! She is such a sweetheart, and she wears her heart on her sleeve. She is so caring, even those "$0.40 a day can save a child" commercials can sometimes bring her to tears. At the same time, she is so spunky. She loves STEM, and Legos are LIFE for her. My love for cooking has rubbed off on her also, she aspires to be a chef/singer/veterinarian/meteorologist, lol. She's doing great, full of life. She too is a tough cookie, a kickbutt kid :)
In the application, Shawnta said she "would ultimately like to open a restaurant where I can offer meaningful internships to young culinarians, helping the future generations of chefs get their foot in the door."
In the application, Shawnta said she "would ultimately like to open a restaurant where I can offer meaningful internships to young culinarians, helping the future generations of chefs get their foot in the door."
Past Kickass Single Mom Grant winners:
Tanai Benard: Helping Hurricane Harvey victims
Erin Williamson: Entrepreneur works for global gender equity
Jennifer Little, founder of the Little Hands Book Bank in Texas.
Shawnta Creech went from homeless to culinary school graduate with a salad dressing business in the works.
Sheri Hopkins started Black San Diego. "I wanted my daughters to grow up seeing strong leaders who looked like them."
Tiara Caldwell: A doula for low-income new mothers. "I wasn't going to let a corporation tell me what my dream was."
Teri Teves: Supporting other women by building her small beauty business.
Apply for the Kickass Single Mom Grant now:
Full interview with Shawnta Creech, kickass single mom:
Emma: I'm so excited about today's guest because this is my very second, only my second winner of the Kickass Single Mom Grant. I'm on a video Skype here and I can tell she's getting a little shy, but it's such a pleasure for me to be meeting with today's guest. Shawnta Creech and she is a Washington, D.C. mom of two. She has this incredible story. She was homeless, incredible health problems, living in shelters, two little girls. Fast forward to today, she is about to graduate from culinary school and she is launching a food business which includes this amazing salad dressing marinade, which I want to hear about because everyone's going bananas about it. She's systematically taking steps to get it copyrighted, get all her business in line. She has secured kitchen space, but it takes money to make money and that's what she's hoping to use the grant for. More than that, she's just this incredible woman. A gorgeous woman, a mom who is just taking herself from middle class to really total poverty and a near death health situation, to now being this budding entrepreneur in a brand new career.
What struck me most about her application is one, she has this very long story, but she was able to tell it very short and concisely. I'm here to tell you after reading 1,600 applications in two months, it's hard to do and it's a real gift. So, that really caught my attention. The energy that she had in her application was so fun to read and so positive. She didn't dwell on her hardships. I'll just tell you really quick, she starts it off with, "Hi I'm Jeralyn Creech and I am a kickass single mommy." I like her already.
Shawnta thank you for being here.
Shawnta: Thank you.
Emma: In order to do the interview she had to steal back her earbuds from her kid because you know how it is with moms. Our kids are stealing our tech all the time.
I really just want you to take it from the top. You were working your own place, you're a middle-class woman, you had a government job, and you were doing it.
Shawnta: Yes. Alone. You know.
Emma: What did you do? This was back in 2004? 2005?
Shawnta: Yeah, I actually worked downtown at the US Department of State in the passport office, passing passports. I made a decent salary as a single woman. I wound up with my first daughter, and lost my job, and turned out I lost my place.
Emma: Tell me what happened? How did you lose your job?
Shawnta: I worked overnight. Being a new mommy, having this little baby in the mornings trying to deal with her, and then I'm missing days and I'm feeling the guilt of being at work all night and just missing her. So, I'm lapsing on this day, and on that day, and then it just got to a point where I was just trying to be a mommy and juggle it and balance it and it just wasn't working. So, they let me go.
Emma: Okay.
Shawnta: Which was really difficult, because I needed that job to take care of her, but the job was taking me away from her.
Emma: Then where did you go. You lost your job, but then you lost your place.
Shawnta: Yes. I actually lost my place while I was on maternity leave and my insurance didn't pay out. The rental company said 30 days to pay or you're out. After that we went from my mom's place to sister's place, to Trent's place, we stayed at the kid's biological dad's mom's place, just bouncing around. Two months here, two months there. We had to live up to people's patience when you're staying with them. It's like, okay, you're here, so when are you leaving?
Emma: Because by this time you had two babies?
From middle class to homeless in 30 days
Shawnta: No, at this time I had one. I was pregnant with the second. We're bouncing around and by the time I had my youngest daughter, she was sick and she wound up being in the hospital for two weeks with an infection. I was staying with my sister at the time. When she came home, my sister said two kids and the house is full, and I have a new baby and was like, "You've got to find somewhere else to go." I wound up getting into a shelter which was Shepherd's Cove. That's the only family shelter in Maryland PG County and was there for another two months. Then we were in the Country Inn and Suites for a month, and motels for a month and after that, I ended up going to the women's shelter at DC General for two weeks, then stayed one night in the family shelter in DC General, then I wound up getting into transitional. From there is where I started getting a footing to secure housing.
Emma: You were telling me a story about how when you were in the family shelter, and it was a situation where the women were in one part of the house and the kids were in another. So you weren't even with your kids.
Shawnta: I wasn't with my kids when I stayed in the women's shelter, they actually stayed with their biological dad's mom for those two weeks, which was rough because I was sick and I had double pneumonia and my asthma was out of control. I couldn't get treatment. My breathing problems started in Shepherd's Cove. They mix those chemicals and they make you clean with them. After that and smelling some sort of ammonia mixture, I just couldn't breathe anymore. My health had to take a backseat because we don't have anywhere to live. We had to keep moving. We were in that shelter and a church came and they talked to us, and sang with us, and ate with us. One of the ladies from the church she just came and she told me, "You're gonna be alright. You're gonna be fine."I just held onto those words. It touched me somewhere deep where I felt alone.
One of the ladies from the church she just came and she told me, "You're gonna be alright. You're gonna be fine."I just held onto those words. It touched me somewhere deep where I felt alone.
Shortly after that, I was out of that place and into a transitional housing on Park Road in northwest DC. We stayed there for a year. You're only supposed to be there six months, but during that time I went into respiratory failure leading up from the scarring on my lungs from the chemicals at the shelter and constantly not being able to breathe. Everything compiled itself to me going into complete respiratory failure and being rushed to the hospital and having to get a tracheotomy surgery, emergency trache. When they were reviving me I blinked. I remember opening my eyes and the lady standing over me she's screaming, "Can we give you this trache? Can we do this?" I just saw my kids faces and I remember saying, "Yes." And blacking back out. I don't remember anything after that.
That was in 2009 and I woke up to my family around me, crying. It's just surreal. It's eye opening. This would have been the end of me. I have to get myself together. I'm looking around at the doctors, and I'm on life support, and I just couldn't believe that this is where my life had gone. I thought that it was over. I'll never be chef. I can't be a chef with a trache.
Emma: Had that been something you'd been dreaming about? Being a chef?
Shawnta: I actually developed a passion, my mom will tell you this joke, "I always thought you were going to be a hot dog person." I would just cook hot dogs and chicken nuggets, I wasn't the type of person to really cook. The passion grew when I was pregnant with my daughter and I was sitting up watching Rachel Ray and her 30-minute meals. Then when I was in the shelter in Shepherd's Cove, I had to clean what was called the Mother's Room. Every day at 7 pm, chef Robert Irvine was going. Dinner Impossible. He was making the impossible, possible. At my lowest point in the shelter, it just made me feel like, what's impossible in my life is possible. I watched that show every week. To this day I still watch his Restaurant Impossible reruns, because the impossible is possible if you don't give up. His cooking and his play of flavors, his knowledge, it just excited me in a way that nothing else had.
I had dreams of being a lawyer. It's totally on the other end of the spectrum there. I just couldn't wait to watch it. I couldn't wait to see how he would manipulate those ingredients. Then I started playing around.
"When you're in the shelter and eating shelter food that's just disgusting, but I had dreams of preparing food that nourish the soul the same way that that church came and ate with us. Giving somebody something through food, just touching them and letting them know you care."
Having a trache I thought it was gone. I thought everything I wanted in my life was gone. Laying in that hospital bed for a month. The doctor said, "You'll be here six months before we think about taking you off this life support." I was like, "What? I'm not going to be in here six months." I was training myself, pulling myself up, moving my arms, and the nurses looked at me and said, "Ma'am, you have to lay down." I had to get out of here, so after four weeks, I was gone. After four weeks, I was determined. They couldn't justify sending me home, so they sent me to a rehab facility where I just stayed in there and played Bingo. That's fine by me, as long as I'm making moves to get out of here, get home to my kids and get my life started.
Emma: That was a big turning point, right? At that time what kind of facility were you living in?
Shawnta: I was still living in the transitional housing.
Emma: Then what was next? What was the plan then, from there on out? How did you get to where you are now?
Shawnta: I came home. The day I came home was a Friday. That Saturday at maybe 7:00 in the morning, I was on the metro bus headed to go get my babies. They were staying with my aunt at the time. When I got them and we came back, people were like, "Oh my gosh is this the same woman?" When my respiratory system started failing, I was bedridden basically.
Emma: For a long time before you had your crisis?
Shawnta: Yeah. Walking was a tremendous burden. I would have to use a walker. After two months in the hospital, with a feeding tube up your nose, you lose weight. So, they were like, "Who is this woman?"
The first step was getting housing. I wound up being accepted into the mayor's program for housing choice vouchers. I got a caseworker, the first caseworker that actually cared about me, Miss Shelly Watson. She worked with me hand in hand. She was putting on the boxing gloves. She was like, "Whatever Miss Creech needed she's gonna get it." She would view apartments, saying she wanted to put me somewhere nice. She knew what I had been through. I got out of the hospital May of 2010, I got my apartment June of 2010.
Emma: And that's where you're living right now?
Shawnta: No, we moved. They were slumlords, but it was still a step. The current apartment I'm living in I'm looking to move because it's causing a strain on my health, with the allergies and everything, but we're moving forward.
Emma: It's your own spot. Is it a safe place that you're living?
Shawnta: The safety isn't the issue, it's just the facility. The building is rundown, and it's just time for us to go.
Emma: But it's your own home?
Shawnta: Yes. We've never looked back. My caseworkers will tell you, Miss Creech is just not one of those people I have to worry about.
Emma: You're in culinary school and you're about to graduate, next month?
Shawnta: Yes.
Emma: How did you do that? Tell me that story.
Shawnta: Well, I had always wanted to go to culinary school. I'm looking at them like, 40, 30, 50 thousand dollars, and none of them are close. I'm looking at the burden that would be on my kids, the sacrifice they would have to make with me going to a school far away. I'm just Googling and Googling, and I find a school that is in DC and tuition free. It seemed like, what? This is like heaven sent. So, on a whim, the registration was August 3rd and this was August the first, and I was like, I'm just gonna go.
Emma: Tell us the name. It's called the Carlos Rosario—
Shawnta: The Carlos Rosario International Public Charter School. It is the only public charter school, I'm sure on the East Coast that offers the facilities and the type of the education that they offer.
Emma: But it's a culinary school though?
Shawnta: They have a culinary program. They have an IT program. They have a nursing training program, a GEDs. It's just all around adult education in several different fields.
Emma: Okay, awesome. But it's not costing you anything?
Shawnta: Yes.
Emma: What's the experience been like going there?
Perfect attendance and all As
Shawnta: You know what? It's been amazing. I'm trying not to cry. Because who would have ever thought something like that would exist? Somewhere, where I could go, and people don't judge you. They just embrace you. I get up every day, I'm there every day. Until this last semester, I held a perfect attendance record. I got sick with my allergies and whatever else, but until this semester I held a perfect attendance record. I just wanted to be there every day.
Emma: You told me you haven't less than, what's your test scores been?
Shawnta: 97 percent passing on each class, the whole class. For each class, I haven't gotten less than a 97 percent. I finished with a 99 percent the first semester.
Emma: That's awesome. By the way, if you go on your Instagram and Facebook pages, you're creating this gorgeous food. It's like fancy-pants, where things are vertical up on the plate, and crazy stuff like that. But it's healthy and it looks so amazing and delicious. When you talk about food there's that passion that sparked your interest all those years ago. It's still there.
Shawnta: Yes. I just want to give people something, that thing, you know? I'm tired of eating the same thing. Okay, well let me give you something to excite you. Let me give you something, a flavor that you haven't had since you were a child. Or a combination that you've never imagined. Just good food. Nothing too adulterated, just good food. I just want to give people that. Just serve in the same way where the food and the love, where it touched me when I was in my lowest point. If you could just come and share in a good meal with me, while I'm living in this shelter, when my spirit is broken, and it can lift my spirits, then I want to give people that. It's just my passion.
Emma: So, what are you doing? Tell me what's your plan? How are you going to do that?
"This dressing is a blessing. It's mine. I created it. I want to share it with people and I believe that it can create a legacy."
Shawnta: This dressing, I call it my kickin' chipotle dressing, I had developed this recipe in my house about three years ago, humbly. I didn't think people would really feel this way about it. So I'm giving this stuff away for free. Someone gets a salad from me, I'm like, try this dressing. They're like, "Whoa, okay I'll buy a bottle of that." I was like, no way. I'm on my chef track. I just gave them a bottle. His wife tried it and she's an esteemed chef. They own a beautiful delicatessen here in D.C. and he's like, "That stuff is amazing. You're going to need to do this." All of my family and friends are like, "Shawnta, what are you waiting for?" I didn't believe. I didn't really believe in it because it came by so humbly. Just another thing I'm whipping up in my kitchen. When I sat back and just prayed about it. You can't keep asking for someone to save you, and they send you a boat and you keep saying I'm still waiting for someone to save me. Sometimes you've got to get on the boat. This dressing is a blessing. It's mine. I created it. I want to share it with people and I believe that it can create a legacy. It can be the catalyst to send my career into the fast track forward. I want to have this thing developed and push my brand for it.
Emma: Right now, is it a catering company that you're running also?
Shawnta: Yes, well it's my own little, getting off the ground, boots to the ground thing. I have so many people who love to support it and order from it. My best friend, she gets all her coworkers and they just support it. They're actually harassing her, where is Shawnta? I'm like, I'm sorry, I'm in school, I can't. A lot of my friends, when they need something, I'm there. I'm right there. To cook, whatever you need, direct, at no cost. They know I'm there for them. Period.
Emma: But you're just doing this sort of practice now until you graduate school and then you're getting it off the ground. That's the goal?
Shawnta: Yes. I'm actually a certified food protection manager, which is another notch on the belt. My hope is to apply for the licensing and the trademarking so that I can go forward professionally, in right standing with the laws of these. That's my goal before I graduate. Before I graduate next month, I want to have those licenses. Even if it's not all the way pushed through, I want to at least have applied for it.
Emma: Right, right. This is such a great story, and you know what I love? You shared in your application, you know how you want to use this grant to apply for trademarks and licensing, which I know is an expensive process. Then you said, "If anything is left over I want to take my babies out for a fancy meal." Yes. Go. Where are you going to go? I want to know. Where is your favorite place?
Shawnta: I was thinking maybe like Cheesecake Factory. Where they can still recognize what's on the menu, but kind of feel a little fancy. Somewhere other than Dave and Buster's, where they always like to go. Somewhere where they can put on some casual clothes, or maybe, my daughter has expensive taste, so I might take them to a steakhouse. That kind of stuff. My oldest daughter really doesn't care, she's like, "Okay, whatever." But the youngest is like, "Mom, can I order steak?" Those two little girls have sacrificed so much of their lives. They only know mommy dealing with health issues. They don't remember what life was like before I got sick. There's been times there's just things we can't do because mommy doesn't feel good. They've been right there. Even the day I signed up for school. I wasn't aware that it was a four-hour process, I thought it was maybe like, come between 9 and 1, and you'll get seen and leave. But no, you had to be there from 9 all the way down to you finish. Those little girls were right there and they didn't complain. They sat right there.
Emma: They were little because now they're 11 and 12. You're 33. You've lived like 12 lifetimes in not that many years.
Shawnta: They've sacrificed so much, so I want to just shower them with what they deserve. They deserve so much.
Emma: Part of this process I ask all of the applicants, how would you eventually like to pay this forward? I really liked what you said. You said ultimately you'd really like to open a restaurant where you can offer meaningful internships to young culinarians, helping the future generation of chefs get their foot in the door. Can I share with you what I've taken away from your story? One, shit can happen to anybody. Two, you can touch people in ways that you can't expect. I was really touched by the story about the woman from the church that came into the shelter and just that one little interaction she had with you. She said, "You're going to be okay." She saw in you what you couldn't see in yourself.
Shawnta: There it is. That's exactly what it was.
Emma: That was such a powerful thing. That's something amazing. We're probably touching people in ways that we don't even realize.
Shawnta: I can't imagine. I'm like, it's just me. I'm such a goofball. You don't have to look like or be swallowed up by what you've been through.
Emma: Right.
Shawnta: I'm a goofball and people are like, "You've been through what?"
Emma: But I see in you something really interesting is that you both are a hustler and a hard worker and you're very proud, but you're also at the same time open to seeking out and accepting help. I think people either fall into one. Like they're really needy and expect everyone to take care of them, or they're so proud and independent that they can't accept help. And we all need help at some point.
Shawnta: Yes, and I feel like any help given to me pushes me towards my goal of helping someone else and so on, and so on.
Emma: And helping your kids, and helping your family.
Shawnta: Yes. My daughter, she wants to be a chef now. She just cooked lunch today. She made spaghetti. She's 11. Did it all by herself because she knew I didn't feel good today. She jumped in and did it.
Emma: You're doing good. Good mom.
Shawnta: Thank you.
Emma: Alright, well it's totally my pleasure to support you, and all I ask is that you keep in touch and keep me posted. When you get that dressing, just send me a bottle. That's it. That's all I ask.
Shawnta: Absolutely. People are just so excited about it. I'm just like, "Huh?" But you know, okay.
Emma: But you're listening. See, that's an act of humility, is listening. Listening to others, listening to the universe, listening to the gifts. Everyone is telling you how great this dressing is, but also, your professor gave you the kitchen space. Right? That's another message that you're supposed to be doing this. Or, I know tomorrow, on Monday, you have a meeting with a trademark attorney about learning about the legal process. Everything's just kind of like shoving you along, and you're listening and submitting to all of that.
Shawnta: Yeah.
Emma: Well, it's a pleasure. Thank you so much.
Shawnta: Thank you. I can't even put into words how amazing this is. Kickass mom.
Emma: That's us.
Emma Johnson is an award-winning business journalist, noted blogger, and bestselling author. A former Associated Press Financial Wire reporter and MSN Money columnist, Emma has written for the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Forbes, Glamour, Oprah.com, U.S. News, Parenting, USA Today and others. Her #1 bestseller, The Kickass Single Mom (Penguin), was named to the New York Post's 'Must Read" list.
Emma regularly comments on issues of modern families, gender equality, divorce, sex and motherhood for outlets like CNN, Headline News, New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Fox & Friends, CNBC, NPR, TIME, MONEY, O, The Oprah Magazine and The Doctors. She was named Parents magazine's "Best of the Web," "Top 15 Personal Finance Podcasts" by U.S. News, and a "Most Eligible New Yorker" by New York Observer.
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Awesome mommy
Awesome story awesome mom….
That is amazing, what a fighter! Our children give us strength that sometimes we don't know we have. I hope to try some of that dressing one day, I bet it is delicious.
I agree – she is definitely a kickass mommy!. Get it, girl!!


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I apologize for not getting a post up at all last week. I was sick on Monday, and I just didn't have a chance on Wednesday.
I've been wanting to do this post for a while now. It came to my mind one night, and it wouldn't let go. I'm so thankful for the chance to finally do it.
As you can probably guess, a lot of authors don't make it big. So many people think that all authors make it big and that it would be so easy, because of people like JK Rowling, George RR Martin, E.L. James, Stephanie Meyer, Agatha Christie, and so many others. What they don't know, is that it also takes a lot of money to even get a decent book out. Some books don't even do well.
I've been thinking about that a lot lately. It is possible that I can completely fail as an author, but then it's also possible that I can hit it big. There's quite a few people out there that have made it big as authors, why shouldn't I be able to do it?
There's one very important fact that I want you to realize: I'm not saying it will happen. I'm saying that it's possible.
I know it probably seems vain to talk about this like I am, but all I'm saying is that it can happen. I know I certainly wouldn't complain about making a lot of money. I mean, who would?
I'm not saying it will happen. I'm saying that it's possible.
Well, I guess I'll have to find out how I'll actually do when it comes time to actually publish. I'm both looking forward and absolutely terrified to find out.


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So you want to visit Iceland? GOOD! Arguably the most beautiful country in the world, Iceland has no shortage of things to do and see. And the capital city of Reykjavik is no different. You can spend a day or a week here, and still find things around every corner. So what are my top recommendations for Reykjavik if you only have a day?
Hallgrimskirkja Church
This unique church is incredible inside and out. For the best views of Reykjavik (you know, all of those rooftop shots you've seen online, all shot here) go up to the bell tower. Make sure to walk around inside of the church as well, for some incredible Icelandic architecture.
The Sun Voyager
This sculpture is located right on the bay with an incredible view of the harbor and mountains in the background. It is an ode to the sun with a very interesting story! Finalized in 1990 and built out of stainless steel, it is a must see when in the city.
Harpa Concert Hall
When I think unique and modern, I think Harpa. This concert hall is one of a kind! I guarantee a walk through this will amaze you at how modern and unique Iceland is as a country and the vision behind this building is incredible. Sitting on the harbor, you are also in the view of the Icelandic naval ships and that's pretty cool.
Laugavegur Shopping Street and Skolavordustigur
Wool everything and an adorable Christmas shop. Plus food vendors everywhere (for that authentic Icelandic hot dog). Need I say more?
Reykjavik Old Harbor
This area was one of my favorites. Located on the harbor (surprise surprise), it has the cutest buildings. This is also where you can launch on your excursions (whale watching for example). Take a walk around here and you'll fall in love like I did.
Imagine Peace Tower
Built by Yoko Ono as a memorial to John Lennon, this "tower" sends a ray of light into the sky to symbolize wisdom, healing and joy. It basically stands for peace and everything Yoko and John believed in and fought for. Pretty cool sight and story.
Reykjavik Cathedral
This church is worth the visit for the architecture and is located right next to the Icelandic Parliament. Worth a visit!
There are several highly rated museums in Reykjavik as well, and though I didn't visit them, I did pass them several times and I would say they are worth a visit. As I said, there is no shortage of things to do in this wonderfully unique city. I loved my day here! It is the perfect base for an Icelandic adventure.
So, let me know, have you ever visited Reykjavik? And if so, what is your favorite thing to do in the city? And if not, would you ever visit? As always, remember to follow me on Instagram and Facebook to know when the next post is up! XOXO


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8.550922 - COUPERIN, L.: Harpsichord Suites / Tombeau de M. de Blancocher
Louis Couperin (c. 1626 - 1661)
Little is known of Louis Couperin's first twenty-five years. Even the exact date of his birth is unclear, as the registers for Chaumes, the Couperin family home, are missing. Although Chaumes was in the very provincial region of Brie in North East France, there was at that time a large community of wealthy aristocrats who patronised the arts and no doubt Louis Couperin and his two brothers benefited from the talents of the court musicians, as well as the lessons they received from their musical father.
Other indications of Louis Couperin's burgeoning talent are anecdotal, though charming. The story goes that, together with his brothers, he marched the fifteen kilometres to the chateau of Monsieur Chambonnières and there performed one of his own compositions. The grand old harpsichordist was so impressed that he persuaded Louis Couperin's father that the young composer should accompany him to Paris and be presented at the Royal Court. This he duly did and the young man was received there to great acclaim.
Louis Couperin became a full-time musician at court and as a result travelled widely outside Paris. He refused the post of resident harpsichordist, 'joueur d'espinette', in deference to his mentor Chambonnieres, who still held the position. Instead, he took a post as a treble-viol player, showing what a remarkably versatile musician he was. In fact Chambonnières soon retired, as he was unable to play the ever more complicated figured bass (improvised harmonic patterns above a given bass line) so Louis Couperin became 'joueur d'espinette' in all but name.
More recently Louis Couperin has been overshadowed by his nephew, François le Grand. Though François Couperin was indeed to bring a new elegance, he owed so much to his uncle, who had revived old genres and breathed new life into French harpsichord music. One of the principle reasons for Louis Couperin's neglect is the loss of a large proportion of his music. What we have consists mostly of harpsichord music, though there is also music for organ, viol consort and shawm choir. 215 pieces survive and these are found in two manuscripts, neither in Louis Couperin's own hand. The 'Parville' manuscript mixes movements by Louis Couperin with music of other composers. In the more comprehensive 'Bayn' manuscript the Préludes appear together at the beginning, followed by groups of pieces based around the thirteen respective tonal centres represented. In neither manuscript are these Suites arranged in the order in which they would have been performed.
The Préludes non mésurés represent Louis Couperin's most profound and influential addition to the repertoire. They replaced the hitherto improvised preludes that players were expected to perform before a suite. Although these new preludes are notated, they at first appear to be a confusing yet beautiful succession of random notes. Further investigation reveals, however, that although the form is exceedingly free, the writing is very intricate, with interesting melodic material and rich harmonic patterns. Two of the Préludes, the A minor and the F major, have central fugal sections which interrupt the otherwise seamless flow. Of these two, the A minor acknowledges in its title the composer's indebtedness to Johann Jacob Froberger, a German composer greatly influenced by both Italian and French styles. Louis Couperin probably met Froberger in Paris in 1649 or 1652 and later paid hommage by imitating directly the most famous of Froberger's Italianate Toccatas in this piece. The unmeasured prelude continued to flourish for another seventy years or so. Its demise was largely thanks to François le Grand, who refused to compose free preludes, as he did not trust the good taste of the executant.
The dance movements of Louis Couperin are in the conventional forms of the day, though they exploit a more exotic harmonic language and show greater rhythmic interest than the models of Chambonnières. The Allemande is a stately dance in four time, those in D major and F major to be played especially slowly. The Courante is a lighter dance: basically in three time, it skips coquettishly into two time and then back out again. The Sarabande and Menuet are both in three time, the former being noble and bold with a second beat emphasis and the Menuet more spritely, in this case with eccentric phrase lengths. The Gaillarde is another courtly dance in three time and the Branle de Basque a snappy show-piece. La Piémontoise is a slight oddity, resembling an entrée which formed part of an orchestral overture. The Chaconne and Passacaille, almost interchangeable as titles, are the crowning glory of the dance movements, being repetitions of a Grand couplet interspersed with variations. It is here that Louis Couperin really shows his control over long-term musical form.
The Tombeau de Mr Blancrocher is a musical tribute to the great lutenist, who died in 1652. Blancrocher died falling downstairs and this is reflected in the large downward leaps in the bass voice, while the passages in the high registers of the harpsichord represent his ascent to heaven. This very special piece is in F major and when performed in a mean-tone temperament, as it is here, produces a lamenting melodic figure heard no less than six times.
The Harpsichord
The French temperament is described by several musicians and theorists of the time, most notably J. La R. d' Alembert in Elemens de Musique, Paris 1752 and less accurately by Jean-Phillippe Rameau in 1726 and Jean Jacques Rousseau in 1765. This temperament has fifths of varying sizes, creating a hierarchy of thirds, ranging from pure and sweet to wide and pungent. Wolf intervals have been avoided. As this temperament favours the thirds in sharp keys, it has been chosen for several of these Suites.
1994 Programme notes by Laurence Cummings, Claire Hammett and Mimi Waitzman.
Laurence Cummings
Laurence Cummings enjoys a successful career both as solo harpsichordist and continuo player. With the Sixteen Choir and Orchestra and the London Handel Orchestra he has toured extensively around the world as well as broadcasting on radio and television.
This recording marks the debut of Cummings on the Naxos label.
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- Christopher Dawson: Religion is the key to culture.
- Industrial success, dysgenic failure. The push to get more women into more high-performance career tracks at the expense of having children stops looking like a noble, heroic advancement of the species, and more like the cannibalization of the world's genetic cream to try to squeeze out a few percentage points of greater output temporarily before an enormous crash.
- 19 kids and hating it. The left is lying with its concern about "the children." 40 years ago they were almost OK with sex with kids. Liberal bishops told conservative Catholics to mind their own business. No, it's "How dare white conservatives have 19 kids in a family? You're going DOWN."
- Roissy: America the beastly. White knights will join the leftist choir in saying he's being uncharitable to Miss Dunham (whom I've never watched and don't plan to); they have a point but she is a public figure by choice, and considering the sewage she's pumping into the culture, let's call it even.
- Black Poison Soul: Why women buy so much junk. Men too, but women more. In school I learned that marketing delivers products people need, bringing sellers and buyers together (why America used to be the greatest country), but this criticism has a point; what was always wrong with Madison Avenue.
- Merle Haggard in 1968. Remember when America was normal? In my lifetime it stopped being so in stages. In the beginning, perverts weren't talked about. They were relatively free as long as they were discreet. Then came the Hef (like early "M*A*S*H": Hawkeye the skirt-chaser) and f*ggot-jokes phases (from Norman Lear to classic Eddie Murphy), pretending to agree with Middle America but really preparing it by shocking it, desensitizing it, by talking nonstop about the stuff. (Groundwork: the unscientific Kinsey Report.) Now the left is brainwashing us into accepting that, or else. And gone from go-go shock to puritanical (dating back to preachy Hawkeye), a parody of Christianity: "That's demeaning to women!" (Beta nice guy in the crossfire: "Just tell me what to SAY!") Bingo. Don't forget porn, making previously abhorrent practices de rigueur. I didn't forget porn, Hef being a relatively mild gateway (wholesome girls with their tops off); '50s-'60s Playboy was art compared to what's out there now. And: beware lefty patriotism. They get weirdly nostalgic about World War II. They're just still celebrating the Soviet win, which they suckered America into supporting.
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Album Rating: 4.0Hot Snakes rule. I've never heard this, but I have the other two. I find that Suicide Invoice is the better of the two
Both Rick and John were in Drive Like Jehu, as well as Pitchfork.This Message Edited On 05.06.06
Drive Like Jehu were better than Hot Snakes, but Hot Snakes are still a very good band. This is a good album...catchy as hell, and something that fans of the genre should definitely take out.
No Hands is the best song on the album by far.
This review was pretty good, although at times you ventured into "blow-by-blow" territory, which doesnt help anyone reading it very much. Describing the instrumentals in great detail doesnt really do much but kind of ruin any unexpected qualities of the album. Its good enough for a positive vote. Try to describe more of the overall feeling of the tracks (catchy, caustic, happy, sad, energetic, low-key, etc etc) and you could have a really great review.
As for Hot Snakes, I havent heard them personally, but I like Rocket From The Crypt, so I might download this album.
Album Rating: 4.0Thanks for the citisism, it's greatly appreciated.
Album Rating: 4.0So, it turns out me pop has this on vinyl. It gets 4/5 on the strength of a single listen
Album Rating: 4.0Love this.
Album Rating: 5.0Amazing record. Definitely one of the records I've listened to the most over the years.
Album Rating: 4.0RULES!
well, Froberg sings. Reis only does a few "ah-ah"-s and the vox on mystery boy.
Album Rating: 4.0word
Album Rating: 4.0this is pretty good
Album Rating: 3.5i think i like suicide invoice more but this is a jam for sure
Album Rating: 4.0[2]
i think i heard these guys on the ost for skate 2
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"Women can lead!" is the most important thing Chief Justice Maura Corrigan learned at Marygrove College. Then, Corrigan set out to prove that it was true.
As a woman entering a field then largely dominated by men, Corrigan has earned the honor of being the first woman in several key positions. She was the first woman to serve as Chief Assistant United States Attorney and the first woman to serve as Chief Judge of the Michigan Court of Appeals.
"Maura has optimism and faith," according to Justice Robert P. Young. "Both are infectious. These characteristics allow her to accomplish that which the more pessimistic among us would not even attempt."
Corrigan was elected to the Michigan Supreme Court in 1998 for an eight-year term. In January 2001, she was elected by her colleagues to a two-year term as Chief Justice, then in 2003, re-elected to serve in that position through 2004.
Corrigan graduated magna cum laude from Marygrove College in 1969, then cum laude from the University of Detroit Law School in 1973.
"I met Maura when I entered Marygrove as a wide-eyed freshman in 1968," recalls classmate Kathleen Alessandro. "At that time Maura was a junior in the Sociology department. She possessed a sense of decency and justice that provided leadership within our department during turbulent times. This passion for justice combined with her keen intellect set the standard both for our department and for Marygrove.
"Corrigan served as a law clerk to Judge John Gillis of the Michigan Court of Appeals. She worked as an assistant prosecuting attorney in Wayne County from 1974 to 1979. In 1979, she became Chief of Appeals in the United States Attorney's Office in Detroit and she was promoted seven years later to Chief Assistant United States Attorney. In 1989, she became a partner in the law firm of Plunkett & Cooney, and within three years, Governor John Engler appointed her to the Michigan Court of Appeals, where she was elected to successive terms in 1992 and 1994. After she received the nomination of the judges of the Court of Appeals, the Michigan Supreme Court appointed her Chief Judge of that court in 1997. She served two years as Chief Judge before her election to the Supreme Court.
"I have had the privilege of appearing before Chief Justice Corrigan when she sat on the Michigan Court of Appeals and on the Michigan Supreme Court," said Carolyn M. Breen '73. "She has always treated those before her with the utmost respect. She has a brilliant mind and uses it to protect society. As a Wayne County assistant prosecutor, I appear before her and have always found that she does what is right, whether it's protecting the rights of defendants or the rights of victims. Chief Justice Maura Corrigan is truly a model of the Marygrove Woman."
In spite of a grueling workload, Corrigan freely gives her time to many community and professional activities. Currently, she is vice-president of the Conference of Chief Justices, the chair of the Conference of Chief Justices Problem Solving Courts committee, a faculty member of the American Inns of Court, and a member of the Pew Commission, which investigates foster care issues in the U.S. She is a past president of both the Incorporated Society of Irish American Lawyers and the Detroit Chapter of the Federal Bar Association. She also has served on the board of Boysville of Michigan.
Public accolades and accomplishments aside, Corrigan is most proud of her marriage to her late husband, Joe Grano, and of her two children. "I have been blessed with a wonderful supportive family and hope to inspire my children to become great parents," she said.
"The gifted professors like Sisters Amata, Elizabeth Mary and Christina opened our minds and our hearts to the world's needs and the certain knowledge that we had the talent to respond," Corrigan recalls. Her advice to college students today is simple. "Find what you love and do it with your whole being."


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I have always received a five star service from Georgina and the Team at Buckden Dental Clinic. Their investment in the latest dental technology is impressive, and while nobody likes visiting the dentist this investment certainly improves the experience.
Terry L.
12:59 10 Dec 19
From the moment you walk through the door you are welcomed with a lovely warm smile from Linda and Lisa.. which instantly makes you feel at ease. They all go above and beyond to offer the best service possible. I suffer with anxiety and have always had a fear of dentists but since I've been visiting Buckden Dental practice I no longer fear going to the dentist. Georgina has given me my confidence back and restored my faith in dentists. I wouldn't go anywhere else, would totally recommend them to any of my family and friends. I'm over the moon with my latest treatment and really can't thank you enough.. best practice around by far
Sue B.
08:12 26 Nov 19
Georgina and her team are fun, friendly and always take the utmost care and respect when dealing with me as a patient. I am a fairly nervous patient leading up to anything but once I'm in the chair I know I'm in good hands. Georgina is happy for me to listen to music while she works, and always makes me feel great afterwards. Best dentist I've ever been to by miles.
Dan B.
11:03 31 Oct 19
Very good, me and my wife have always had an excellent experience. Great dentists and nurses and the receptionists were very pleasant. I equally fell asleep for 2 hrs when Dentist Praham was performing a longer procedure😀Dr.Abdu
Mohammed A.
19:04 30 Oct 19
Excellent, with my wife we had always very good experience. Excellent dentists, and nurses. Receptionists are very pleasant. I equally fell asleep for 2 hrs when Dentist Praham was performing a longer procedure😀Dr.Abdu
Mohammed A.
18:47 30 Oct 19
I highly recommend Buckden Dental Clinic. The receptionists are so welcoming and friendly and Georgina has restored my faith in dentists. Georgina went above and beyond for me, even though it was very late, she still went out of her way to help me. Now I have seen what amazing care this dental clinic shows, I wouldn't go anywhere else, and it most certainly tops where I used to go.Thank you so much for saving my smile!
Laura C.
15:43 25 Oct 19
I was at buckden dental last night for some implant work.the team there are absolutely awesome starting as soon as you walk in the door with a warm welcome from Lisa and Linda.as a bit of a nervous patient Georgina the dentist made me so relaxed and took my mind off of it through talking to me through the whole experienceWould definately reccomend this practice every time keep up the good work 😁
Lee W.
10:36 18 Sep 19
Dental surgery's are my least favourite place on earth, I suffer from anxiety just walking through the door and with a bad gag reflex that I find embarrassing only making the anxiety worse. I have had some bad experiences at some NHS dentists and had enough with long wait times just to get appointments and being not badly but just as a number and rushed I had put off going for 15 months. Due to this I had a broken tooth and an abscess formed. My nhs dentist couldn't see me for 8 weeks and wouldn't see me as an emergency. 111 were no help and Hinchingbrook couldn't see me for 3 days after I played nhs appointment roulette at 8am that morning as they only make appointments on the day.I gave up with nhs dentist! I'm so glad I called Buckden Dental Clinic they saw me the next day as a new patient, prescribed the antibiotics I needed and booked me in for the extraction. I have now joined denplan and will stay with Buckden Dental Clinic. Simona was great with my extraction, I didn't feel rushed or judged in anyway. I can't thank or recommend them enough.
Steven W.
10:43 27 Aug 19
Absolutely fantastic dental practice . All the staff are super friendly & professional. It's private but the care & dental treatments they provide are of a super high standard. You can also sign up to Denplan if you wish its a great system to pay a monthly fee (depending on band) to help with costs for dental treatment & covers certain things. I had some issues with my old dental practice in terms of poor customer service, seriously delayed appointments & messing up a hospital referral. But Buckden Dental Clinic has delivered above & beyond in terms of professionalism, treatments, productivity & care. Honestly I would definitely recommend.
Lauren H.
18:59 26 Jun 19
Best practice I've ever been to. Staff all friendly and helpful. I'm with Denplan so no scary bills either, but the service and quality is fantastic. You get time to talk to the dentist not just a two second check and out the door again, which helps distract me from the nerves.
Craig T.
17:53 23 Jun 19
Absolutely first class dental clinic. Friendly staff, excellent care, relaxed environment. What more could you want!
Penny D.
12:09 01 May 19
If you don't like dentists, go to Buckden Dental Clinic. Far and away the best, kindest, gentlest dentist I have ever seen, 10/10
Russell J.
13:14 26 Apr 19
Great service, friendly staff, very little waiting time.
Adam J.
07:58 03 Apr 19
i cant recommend buckden dental clinic enough they are amazing i have fear of dentist and these guys are fantastic with me georgina has been very patient they are so friendly really puts me at ease cant thank you enough
Caz D.
08:37 19 Mar 19
As a patient of this practice I am not generally prone to writing reviews but recently had a broken and most uncomfortable back tooth. The Receptionists Lisa and Sharon were superb at finding an urgent appointment and showed real concern for me. I saw within a few hours Parham a most gifted, skilled and truly wonderful Dentist who made me comfortable and then rebuilt my tooth over the course of an hour. His Nurse Juliette was outstanding and so genuinely lovely as well as making my whole experience a pleasure - something most people would hardly consider a visit to the Dentist could be.This Practice is so well run managed and quite the best I have ever encountered,
George S.
09:56 20 Feb 19
My previous dentist being on maternity leave, the first thing that my new dentist, Parham Yazdani-Fard was faced with was taking out a troublesome wisdom tooth. This he did quickly, efficiently and with remarkably little pain. A few days later, he had to fill a different, unrelated wisdom tooth: this took longer but was equally efficient. He also has a very pleasant chair-side manner.
Paul V.
12:45 21 Jan 19
Nice people, fine dentists, friendly service and it takes the angsts out of being there.
Robert H.
13:52 16 Jan 19
Outstanding, professional service, especially from the dentist Parham Yazdani-Fard. During my tooth filling, he left me relaxed enough to almost fall asleep. Highly recommended.
Adrian G.
11:51 10 Dec 18
Excellent service. Completely pain free dental work.
Tony M.
15:38 22 Nov 18
They are very efficient,scrupulously clean and friendly, which makes a difference with a dentist.
Graham H.
12:02 04 Sep 18
Great made to feel really at ease
Brian H.
15:49 02 Aug 18
I started going to Spire about 6 months ago and really recommend it! Danya has been brilliant. And I really recommend the enlighten tooth whitening which she did - I am so happy with the results.
Tom J.
14:41 14 Jul 18
Always given excellent care at the surgery.
Mary P.
15:31 05 Jul 18
Excellent practice, very understanding of those of us who are more than just a little bit worried about going to the dentist
Nicky R.
10:41 11 Jun 18
From the moment you step over the threshold you are greeted by the receptionists with a very friendly welcoming greeting, as I have had a huge fear of the dentist, since a child and have been put at ease by the kind patient professional staff. The system in place for booking of appointments and the reminder service is second to none. I find the texts and emails that I receive as a reminder of an appointment really helpful. The practice itself is very clean. The hygienist at the Spire Dental Practice, is very friendly and puts you at ease immediately and explains things thoroughly and clearly, very pleased with the service. I would recommend this dental practice to anyone who is looking for a new dental practice in St Neots, Cambridgeshire.
Grace L.
14:48 23 May 18
Nola and Rebecca were fantastic at making me (a generally nervous patient) feel relaxed and at ease. Whilst informative, the pair used simple terms and made sure I fully understood everything that was going on. I can not recommend Spire enough.
Jamie W.
10:27 23 May 18
From someone that is terrified of dentists I cannot recommend this surgery enough makes me feel completely at ease and after a few bad experiences with previous dentists I won't be goin anywhere else again !! Thankyou Heidi
Jodie S.
16:20 10 May 18
Fantastic service , Kind and reliable. My family and I (4 generations) all use the dentist and couldn't be happier. I have a huge fear of the dentist but was put a ease straight away by the kind patient professional staff . I wouldn't recommend anywhere else
Suzy H.
18:20 05 Apr 18
My appointment was on time, and both the reception staff and the dental team were charming. My check-up was very thorough and very sensitively executed.
Keith L.
10:33 13 Mar 18
Nola and Rebecca are wonderful people. It is actually a pleasure to visit the dentist. My Hygienist, Claire, is just prefect.
Colin M.
12:44 08 Mar 18
I have had good efficient service. I have always felt that the dentists have taken as much care of my teeth as possible and I have always been kept informed.
Gordon M.
13:00 16 Feb 18
Great professional practice. Excellent dentists and support staff. Highly recommended
Lester W.
23:13 15 Feb 18
I went in for my six monthly check-up and hygienist visit. I had no dental problems. I feel that Jackie and Chloe look after me and my teeth very well.
Barbara B.
16:01 12 Jan 18
The staff are very friendly.Usually i hate dentists but my dentist made me feel at ease.Very good service.Receptionists are really friendly too.
Susan F.
18:32 27 Dec 17
I can thoroughly recommend Sophie the hygienist at the Spire Dental Practice, very friendly and smiley, explains things thoroughly and clearly, very pleased with the service
Carol D.
18:47 19 Dec 17
I'm usually very worried about visiting the dentist so I actually hadn't been for a number of years. I had an emergency with one of my back teeth so Spire Dental Group were able to book me in the next day. The service was incredible; my dentist was incredibly friendly, professional and caring. I'm now not afraid to go to get my teeth cared for and have recently had a checkup and all is great! Highly recommend this establishment! :)
Chɾistmas W.
09:52 24 Nov 17
Really not a very good patient when it comes to dentists but jaina has made it so easy for me to actually go to the dentist ..... i highly recommend this practise amd want to thank them for everything
Samantha A.
15:49 16 Nov 17
I have been a member of Denplan for some time. I have had fantastic treatment from Spire Dental Practice in Buckden. Heidi the dentist was kind, gentle and informative. All the staff at the Practice are welcoming. The waiting room is relaxing, up to date magazines, a TV showing films and a waiting room that has bright colours and comfortable chairs. Thank you for the treatment.
Gayle O.
10:07 20 Oct 17
So nice to find dentists who are efficient and not at all scary!
Christine C.
12:51 19 Oct 17
We have been coming to spire dental for years under Denplan and would highly recommend. My daughters had their 6 monthly check up yesterday and as usual our dentist Jacquie was amazing with them �
Kylee S.
08:41 13 Oct 17
I've been a member of Denplan for over 10 years now, and i can thoroughly recommend this dental practice.Georgina and her team are all absolutely fantastic, and make the dreaded stigma of a trip of going to the dentists a thing of the past. From the reception, where you're met with a bright and friendly smile and professional manner, to the highly skilled dentists, a fantastic hygienist, you will feel like you're receiving value for money in every sense.Georgina is a natural with kids, and goes above and beyond to ensure they are comfortable with the whole process. My kids talk about her all the time as she completely strikes a chord with them! The practice itself is clean, and well laid out, and you feel like you're receiving treatment from the very latest technologies available in the industry.The system in place for booking of appointments and the reminder service is second to none. Very accommodating, and I find the phone calls, texts and emails that I signed up to receive as a reminder of an appointment really helpful.Definitely the best place to go for dental treatment in St Neots in my opinion.
Russ H.
16:11 02 Oct 17
My young son and I have been going to Spire Dental Group in St Neots for the past 4yrs and have always had a great experience. The receptionists are warm and friendly and usually have a smile on their faces. Our dentist, Jacqui, is always very welcoming and professional. My little boy, now 5, loves going to the dentist and that is thanks to the wonderful way they have treated him and put him at ease. I am certain this will make things easier in years to come should he need any treatment.The receptionists have always tried to accommodate my work commitments and been extremely willing to fit appointments around me whenever possible.Keep up the good work!
Louise M.
17:22 06 Sep 17
I'm not the biggest fan of the dentist....and with a 19 month old and a 6 week old in tow I thought I was in for a stressful dental visit! How wrong was I! I was booked in for a general examination with also a sensitive tooth. I needed to have a filling which when at reception they offered me a cancellation that they'd had later on today. I thought great, saves having to get myself worked up about coming again and with the kids as well. But then I thought how an earth can I have a filling done with a moaning toddler and a screaming baby!!! Jenny Garcia and Holly were absolutely fantastic. Holly talked and kept my daughter entertained and if my newborn cried Jenny stopped, took off her gloves and popped her dummy back in! What dentist does that :) the kind hearted ones which all of them are at Spire Dental. I couldn't of asked for a better experience today and my toddler also co operated and had her 1st exam as well. She was a star and was very proud of her sticker! Thanks again Spire Dental, your all amazing x
Vicky S.
16:21 06 Sep 17
I am so pleased that I swapped practices. I have found everyone at Spire to be polite helpful, and friendly!
Jan M.
01:58 06 Sep 17
Very welcoming and an excellent job done . . actually makes going to the dentist a pleasure . .
David B.
06:41 02 Sep 17
i would like to thank nola for seeing me today she was brilliant as usual and put my mind at rest, also thanks to the reception staff for fitting me in at short notice.
Wendy S.
16:45 14 Aug 17
Thank you so much for your incredible work today Jacqui. You have made Meg very happy with the work you done on her teeth after her accident.Also compliments to our regular dentist Nola, who is amazing �
Leanne P.
16:51 08 Aug 17
Georgina was so amazing for seeing me same day to check my crown. Nothing is too much trouble and I am always made to feel completely relaxed and welcome. Nothing is too much trouble for everyone in the team. Simply the best dental practice I have ever used. I will never change!
Warren B.
16:42 07 Aug 17
Very pleased with my visits so far, everyone has been friendly and reassuring, which has helped me be more relaxed.
Frances L.
16:53 02 Aug 17
Before I started going to this dentist I was absolutely terrified of dentists. Not now - they are so friendly - understand you being nervous - and treat you like human beings not just patients.You can have a laugh with them which makes it all a good experience.Would never change dentist now.
Eileen R.
17:22 31 Jul 17
my family had excellent service.everybody made us welcome.
Barry D.
16:45 11 Jul 17
Both my husband and I have been coming to Spires in Buckden for around 8 years now, having seen Benita and more recently Heidi....2 lovely girls with such a positive and professional attitude, and who have successfully helped me overcome my nerves towards Dentists generally. They fully explain what they are doing step by step which is such a help getting you through your appointments. We are lucky to have such a great Dentist Practice in Buckden.
Veronica E.
15:07 06 Jul 17
Lovely Nola is always so calm, reassuring and capable, giving excellent, professional treatment in a warm manner.
Nicola H.
08:17 04 Jul 17
Excellent service from this dentist and all the staff, really made to feel welcome and very helpful
Neil W.
16:26 22 Jun 17
Been with this Dental surgery a long time now , always get excellent service .Staff are all friendly and accommadating. Highly recommend.
Elizabeth D.
15:22 14 Jun 17
Being a nervous patient I find Spire such a brilliant practice and I get through treatments well. So friendly and kind. Nola is the best dentist I have ever had. Thanks to a great team. Annette Reed
Annette R.
05:57 06 Jun 17
I have been using Spire in St Neots for many years now and have always received an excellent service especially from Nola who is ace. Only today she repaired a filling for me and my tongue is now very happy and not being ripped to shreds by a jagged edge. Thanks so much. Val
Paul P.
10:54 19 May 17
Have been coming to Spire Dental Group for years now and have the wonderful Nola as my dentist who is very reassuring, calm and gentle and excellent with children or those of a nervous disposition so highly recommend her!! All the staff are very friendly and accommodating , especially the ladies on reception and I enjoy our little chats Karen ;), so if your looking for an excellent dentist I can highly recommend Spire Dental Group �
Nicole O.
13:25 16 May 17
Told you before, your the best in town and I used to worry about going to the dentist..... not any more.
Errol F.
16:04 15 May 17
Always helpful & cheerful ladies on reception. Good communication services used to ensure patient fully informed of appointments etc. Email, text and telephone.Jacquelyn, my dentist is lovely and explains all procedures fully.I would recommend the practice to anyone looking for a dentist.
Robert L P.
12:49 21 Apr 17
Nice and friendly place to visit at all times,the staff are on top form creating a relaxing atmosphere every time you goWell done Spire Dental Group
John T.
12:27 29 Mar 17
Yet another visit to the most friendly and pleasant denlists I've ever used, can't say enough about them from the welcome in reception to the dental and hygiene staff a great experience
Neil R.
22:11 25 Mar 17
Excellent service, always on time. I myself was terrified of the dentist from school days, Spires at Buckden have helped me over come my fears and l now don't dread the thought of the dentist, can't say that l wouldn't rather not go, but l know l will be well looked after and made to feel at ease.Thank you
Denise T.
12:36 23 Mar 17
Very good dentist the staff are really friendly and helpful for as I got bad eyesight and get really nerves and they keep me really calm and let me know what they are going to do every step of the way and tell me to breathe through my nose
Katie Louise P.
21:35 21 Mar 17
I am not the best patient as I have a fear of the dentist and Jackie is very patient and kind. I had a 3D printed crown which was all done in a couple of hours.
Vicky G.
21:12 15 Mar 17
The ladies at Buckden make visiting the dentist a pleasure!
Jo L.
12:20 13 Mar 17
Been coming here for years. Nothing but praise for Nola and all the staff in Huntingdon.
Alec L.
11:38 13 Mar 17
I think the team at St Neots are brilliant, never had a bad experience.
Peter B.
17:57 03 Mar 17
Will always recommended this Practice. All the ladies are very friendly and caring and go out of their way to help. Exceptional customer care and professionalism. Love Spire Dental.
Sue B.
11:53 02 Feb 17
really lovely dentist ,new to the area so was unsure of which one to go to , very happy with the service myself and my children received from them , and really pleased with the tet service reminding me of my app s defo something I need , both my dentist and her assistant are both lovely
Claire C.
13:49 31 Jan 17
Had two replacement crowns fitted by Georgina using their new 3D printing process for producing the crowns on site. Both teeth were prepared and optically scanned and the crowns made and fitted in one visit without the need for taking an uncomfortable "putty" impression. One visit, one day, very convenient and the crowns look good and fit perfectly. And the craic is the surgery isn't bad.
Alec M.
23:52 30 Jan 17
Fantastic service today folks, thanks. I received a call telling me of traffic problems in the area so that I wouldnt be late. First rate, thanks folks!
Michael N.
16:56 26 Jan 17
I all all ways find the staff are all ways happy friendly & smiling . They care on looking after us & happy to help us when they can .
Paul B.
06:23 24 Jan 17
Always a pleasure to visit the Spire Dental surgery in Buckden, even when there is work to be done. Very professional and lots of nice people.
Barry T.
13:23 23 Jan 17
Great People at Buckden Practice Very friendly and professional woud'nt go anywhere else... And Painless
Alexander H.
17:07 19 Jan 17
Cannot say enough good things about the buckden practice. Benita is an excellent dentist and the dental staff have all been skilled and professional. I have also found the reception staff very accommodating and friendly as well. My teeth are not great (I blame the fizzy drinks) and I have had cause to visit on many occasions over the past few years. Wouldn't go anywhere else. Highly recommended.
Aaron M.
22:40 12 Dec 16
The best dental practice I have ever been to.
Michael L.
08:26 23 Nov 16
A big thank you to Jacquelyn Dennis for the great job she did and for making me feel so at ease. Highly recommended.
Iwona N.
13:52 18 Nov 16
Thank you once again for making me feel so at ease during my check up. 5 years ago I was too petrified to go to the dentist and hadn't been for 6 years - now I practically skip through the door and it's all thanks to the lovely Nola! Lovely practice, highly recommended
Beckie C.
22:10 07 Nov 16
As a nervous patient my anxieties were instantly eased by Jenny Garcia. Could not be happier with the advice and treatment received. Thank you so much!
Emma S.
21:20 31 Oct 16
The team always take their time to explain everything that's going on.I couldn't ask for nicer bunch of people to look after me and my teeth!
Shaun R.
21:05 31 Oct 16
Jacquie is my dentist, she always does an amazing job and we always look forward to seeing Linda and Karen on reception.
Amie W.
14:12 29 Oct 16
hi, would like to thank nola for seeing me today re a tooth extraction, she was great as usual. no one likes visiting the dentist but since i have been seeing nola i don't mind having my 6 monthly checkup, am now awaiting a referral to brookfields to finish off my treatment. thanks again. wendy smith
Malcolm S.
12:36 28 Oct 16
Can't recommend them highly enough, special thanks to Benita my dentist, who has helped restore my faith in dentists and Kelly the best dental nurse I have ever had, thank you both.
Julie E.
16:39 25 Oct 16
Always a pleasure to see hard working Nola, and we met very smily Juliet today too, thank you ladies, you all are lovely and are very patient with nervous teenagers too, thank you
Melanie W.
19:38 24 Oct 16
I hated going to the dentist but both Jenny and Clare the hygienist were so kind and made me feel relaxed. Nothing was a problem. I now don't mind going. Thank you.
Hilary S.
10:47 21 Oct 16
I had an emergency appointment with Eimear today, and she was brilliant. I normally have a fear of dentists, but she made me feel very relaxed. I called from Norwich as I study there and they booked me in straight away. The receptionist were professional and very lovely. Eimear was amazing she kept me calm she gave me advice and explained what was wrong and what she had done. I was in extreme amount of pain and now I feel much better. By far the best dentist I've ever been to. Five stars �����
Bekii N.
21:14 20 Oct 16
Excellent service as normal from Benita and Holly in the surgery to Lisa on reception .
Linda T.
15:09 15 Oct 16
I've had always been nervous as a dental patient until I registered with the St Neots Spire Dental Practice (aka Huntingdon House) All the staff are friendly and professional making it a pleasant experience �
Jane U.
15:46 14 Oct 16
Great professional team with a special thanks to Nola (My Dentist), I have been with this practice for over 15 years and would highly recommend them. Thanks Mark
Mark F.
13:13 11 Oct 16
I go to the Buckden practise, the staff are very friendly and the service I receive is excellent.
Bridget C.
07:16 11 Oct 16
Not being one for dentists I was recommended to go to Spire by a friend I'm pleased I took their advice I was welcomed in, looked after and now enjoy the benefits of their professionalism
Pete W.
07:15 07 Oct 16
Great service, knowlegable dentists. Very patient/customer focussed
Alexandra A.
10:23 05 Oct 16
The Spire Dental Practice is the best and most professional I have experienced in the world... My most recent visit was probably the best to date... Oscar winning performances from Georgina, Annie, Karen (loved those nails) & the team. Already looking forward to my next visit... Five weeks seems so long....
David P.
22:00 29 Sep 16
I have visited St Neots branch again today. Cannot recommend them enough. This is a highly professional practice. They are both friendly and informative, putting one at ease before, during and after any treatment.
Sarah M.
15:57 28 Sep 16
Very professional hygienist, Spire at Buckden is a really nice surgery with all the latest equipment to make the visit to the surgery a pleasant experience.
Clive B.
08:03 20 Sep 16
Last August I was diagnosed with tonsil cancer not having a dentist I contacted st Neots Spire group and they were able to fit me in and do much urgent dental work before my treatment could start. There standard of care and professionalism was exceptional and having visited today for 2 fillings I'm pleased to say they are keeping up there very high standards
Nigel G.
17:22 19 Sep 16
Excellent service, as always. Courtesy and professionalism at the core.
Liam W.
15:41 16 Sep 16
I have always been really nervous of going to the dentist,,,all my life,,,but went every 6 months and got real nervous for day"s before,,,but since coming to see Nola it has been really brilliant,,, no more nervy stomach,,,I cannot say just how much the difference is for me now,my daughters feel the same too, and I thank you all so much.
Lynne U.
17:21 12 Sep 16
Nola, excellent as always. All staff encountered.are always extremely pleasant.
Michael H.
13:16 06 Sep 16
If only I had come to the Buckden dental practice a few years ago, Benita, her assistant and all the people I have met there in the last 12 months have been absolutely fantastic no other words needed.
Barbara W.
11:10 27 Jul 16
My husband and myself have just registered with this practice and was very impressed with the friendliness and professionalism of the staff and the knowledge and expertise that Stuart showed to us both. Will enjoy going to his practice thank you.
Christine W.
21:04 14 Mar 16
Such a great dentist to go to, all the ladies are very friendly and welcoming. They make going to the dentist a good experience, i wouldn't go anywhere else. My dentist Eimear is lovely. Thank you so much Spire Dental :-) x
Natalie Y.
12:39 14 Jan 16
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