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BERKELEY, Calif. — Every major car company has its own DNA, a set of qualities that make it clear to drivers that they are behind the wheel of a Chevy, a Toyota or a BMW. And just like a healthy human's genetic code, automotive DNA should be an immutable thing, regardless of the technology powering the wheels.
That posed a challenge for Volkswagen as it belatedly developed its first gas-electric hybrid passenger car, the 2013 Jetta Hybrid: how to preserve VW's DNA while introducing technology that shuts off, at least occasionally, its prized internal combustion engines.
True, this new Jetta is not VW's first hybrid vehicle; the Touareg Hybrid has been on sale since 2010. But given that the minuscule production of that S.U.V. in hybrid form, it was more of a pilot project than a mainstream product.
The Jetta Hybrid, on the other hand, is the real deal: an affordable, fuel-efficient Volkswagen aimed at the large market of family-car buyers.
At its fuel-efficient best, hybrid technology allows the gas engine to be taken over by a silent electric motor. Yet one could argue that VW's identity is fundamentally characterized by the rumble of an efficient internal-combustion engine — often, of the diesel variety — springing to life when the accelerator is pressed. The engine flipping on and off could cause angst for VW and for drivers accustomed to its ways.
But VW's engineers are clever, and based on my week with the Jetta Hybrid, it seems they managed to turn the tables, redefining hybrid-ness in a Volkswagen context. The car represents a mix of efficiency, precise handling and high-speed confidence not previously offered in a hybrid.
First, the engineers made the Jetta Hybrid feel more like a VW in how its gears shift. VW avoids the continuously variable transmissions found in hybrids from Toyota, Ford and Honda. Because variable transmissions usually operate at optimal gear ratios, they allow for efficient switching between gas and electric power sources. But with their delayed response to the accelerator, hybrids with C.V.T.'s provide about as much excitement as watching an entire golf tournament on television.
Instead, VW employs its automated 7-speed direct-shift gearbox, in which you feel the gears lock, unlock, pause and re-engage at tighter ratios as the car's speed increases. The manual paddle shifters behind the steering wheel give you the option of controlling those gears. Think of the vroom sound children make when they play with toy cars. That's what Volkswagen engineers were apparently seeking, and it is present in the Jetta Hybrid, though it's missing in many hybrids (notably in the Toyota Prius with its eerie quiet at low speeds and strained high-pitched whine with rapid acceleration).
The Prius's efficiency strategy is to nullify the gas engine with electricity, to defy its existence almost as if in embarrassment of how it's fouling the air. Just the opposite for VW, which embraces the engine.
As a longtime hybrid driver, I had to adjust to this Jetta's idiosyncrasies. In my first days with the car, I tried to drive it like other hybrids, with a very light touch on the accelerator to keep the car in electric mode, preventing the gas engine from waking up. But the Jetta balked at such gentle treatment. From start-up, the engine came on and stayed on, asking to be used. Lifting my foot off the brakes at a stoplight, the car surged forward disconcertingly.
But when I confidently stepped on the accelerator, the Jetta Hybrid came to life, handling switchbacks with dexterity and passing confidently on the highway.
Unfortunately, when the Jetta was driven as it wants to be driven, its mileage suffered. Over 122 miles of mixed city-highway driving, I averaged fuel economy of 35 m.p.g., well below the Environmental Protection Agency's combined city-highway estimate of 45 m.p.g. (The Jetta Hybrid's city rating is 42 m.p.g., and the highway estimate is 48.)
Yet, I easily managed 44 and 45 m.p.g., respectively, on two 60-mile highway jaunts. But such thrift required restraint, certainly not an autobahn driving style.
Volkswagen says the car can be driven up to 44 m.p.h. in pure electric mode, though this is not easily achieved.
The styling of the Jetta, inside and out, is clean, solid and functional, even if some of the flourishes, like the points on the front fascia, seem unresolved. The seating is generous and comfortable. Other hybrids dazzle drivers with large dashboard energy-flow diagrams and eco-motifs like leaves or butterflies, but the Jetta Hybrid's designers remained content to simply let drivers drive. It's all very VW.
There are signs that this Jetta is a rookie hybrid effort. The regenerative braking system feels a bit jerky. The transitions between gas and electric power are not as seamless as Ford's. And the awkward packaging of the hybrid batteries under the hatch reduces cargo space to 11.3 cubic feet, from 15.5.
That loss of space may be enough to sway pragmatic buyers away from the 170-horsepower Hybrid, which has a 1.4-liter gas engine and a base price of $24,995, to the TDI diesel, which starts at $23,055. The diesel, with a 140-horsepower 2-liter engine, has a highway rating of 41 m.p.g.
Volkswagen's identity issues are about to get more challenging as the company adds plug-in electric vehicles to its portfolio. In January, Rudolf Krebs, VW's group chief officer for electric traction, told me, "We want to become the leader in electrification." In this light, hybrids are a steppingstone for the company.
While VW has a global electrification plan that includes seven plug-in hybrids and two pure battery-electric cars by the end of next year, this Jetta is the only conventional no-plug gas-electric hybrid that the company has announced.
The first VW electric car headed to the United States, the e-Golf, goes into production in early 2014. I spent an afternoon driving a prototype version of that car in a loop around San Francisco Bay. Because the e-Golf is powered purely by an electric motor, guided by a single-speed transmission — and governed to a sober top speed of about 80 m.p.h. — VW's engineers had to be creative on the matter of adhering to brand guidelines.
"It's obviously an electric vehicle, but it feels like a gas-powered Volkswagen," said Darryll Harrison, the spokesman who accompanied me on my e-Golf drive. "That was the goal."
One example of how engineers tried to convey the feel of a gasoline-powered car was to use the paddle shifters to control the regenerative braking rather than the transmission. Tugging one of the paddles makes the car stop faster, feeding more energy to the battery pack. If you flick the other side, the car will coast longer. This is a great feature that will be appreciated by ardent E.V. fans.
But then VW went a step too far. Instead of allowing the e-Golf's inherently quiet cabin to be a desirable evolution of VW's brand character in the electric car era, the company embedded a speaker in the e-Golf's dash that emits an artificial engine sound that gets louder as the car accelerates at low speeds. At about 20 m.p.h., the speaker is silenced and the actual sound of the road takes over.
This auditory contrivance reveals the steps that VW is willing to take to make sure its electric-drive vehicles, starting with the Jetta Hybrid, remain steeped in internal combustion aesthetics, even while the fuel that propels the wheels shifts from dirty hydrocarbons to clean electrons.


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Kiwi number plates 'too offensive'
Adopting the Australian licence plate system of three letters and three numbers has sparked a rise in the number of offensive combinations prowling New Zealand's streets.
Personalised plates pulled off Kiwi cars for being too offensive include DRGDLR, QUICKE and RNUDWN, according to New Zealand Transport Agency records provided under the Official Information Act and published in The Dominion Post.
Also stripped from the streets is the number plate H8PIGS, which was displayed on a former police car by a Christchurch man who had bought it.
Since the Aussie look replaced the two-letter, four-number combination in 2001, the NZTA has also banned plates that threaten police and advertise drugs, along with 25-letter combinations like ARS, BUM, CUN, DUM, FAK and FAT.
These were chosen "because they are considered as either likely offensive or undesirable by a large number of vehicle owners", NZTA transport registry centre manager Brett Dooley told The Dominion Post.
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This is a Guest Post by Vineet Singh Co-Founder, CEO and MD, Buildzar
It is truly an inspiration witnessing how the current boom in the entrepreneur ecosystem has shifted the aspirations of the youth. A fresh college graduate is beginning to imagine a future different from securing a high paid job with an MNC or a Fortune 500. They are interested instead in becoming their own bosses by starting up and revolutionizing the industry.
Striving to become the next disruptive startup, one may believe getting funded is the only thing that counts. Although it certainly is an enabler but securing funding by no means guarantees success. The statistics seem to agree, as more than 50% startups shut down even after securing Angel Funding. The facts gets further glaring for technology startups as reportedly 9 out of 10 tech startups never really see the light of the day.
Hence one couldn't help but wonder, what really contributes towards the long-lasting success of a Startup, other than getting funded? What initiates the metamorphosis of a fresh college graduate from being a novice to the market leader? Under the current competitive ecosystem, if odds are against your tech startup despite raising capital, what is the secret to success? If you have started looking for answers already, there is no need to go any further. Organizing years of experience working within the startup ecosystem, here is your comprehensive guidebook ensuring success.
5 Factors Guaranteeing the Success of Startups
When you allow yourself to thinking beyond securing funds, there are 5 factors in total guaranteeing a successful startup. Here's counting the 5 strong elements that your startup must have in order to compete against the renowned brands and carve a niche for itself.
- Find the Idea that Counts
There have been entrepreneurs rising from rags to riches, all sparked by the hint of a powerful idea. In the present context, especially with #StartUpIndia initiative emphasizing on innovation and patents, the significance of a unique idea cannot be overstated. Ideally, your startup should solve a problem in particular innovatively, perhaps deploying disruptive technology. Hence, spend time nurturing the idea.
- Customers Call the Shots
The easiest way to ensure the success of your startup is by developing a deep-rooted understanding of the user. Your offering must remain relevant, authentic and meaningful to the target audience, or you might as well take an exit right now. As you go on nuancing and improving the idea, make sure you end up developing the right product mix, best suiting the needs of the right market segment. Instead of relying on a few opinions, conduct surveys, market analysis and research to address the pain points of users. The same shall help you secure the funding you dream of.
- A Business Model Designed for Success
While a unique idea is the spark you need to kick-start your start-up, a strategic business model with plans for funding, growth and expansion shall give your ambitious project the actual boost it deserves. Learn from the example of Google. The initial idea was to build web search model that is interactive and smart. The idea wasn't truly unique and there were several other players in the market already working on a similar idea. However, what worked in the favor of Google was the impeccable growth, expansion and execution plan presented by its founders.
- Timing Is the Key
Without meaning to exaggerate here, timing is the secret that can either make or break the future of your Startup. The success is guaranteed if your product is able to solve a problem that the community is currently grappling with. Even if you are falling short on other criteria, don't wait if you feel the timing is simply perfect for the launch. The corollary is also true though. If you have the right idea, the perfect business plan etc., but the launch is either too early or too late, your startup wouldn't really make it.
- Funding Matters, Conditions Applied
Getting funded at the right time from the right investor really propels the startup on to the growth stream. Not only does it escalate polishing and grooming the product but also helps with the cash flow and working capital requirement. Timings play a critical role here as well and hence we have entrepreneurs vying to score seed funding to help initiate processes from the idea state itself. While looking for an investor, do your research well. If your attitude and personality, dreams and aspirations don't align well with that of the investor, opt out of the funding. Otherwise you are headed for an inevitable failure. You should also be aware of other means of capital, like opening a line of credit, especially if you urgently require the working capital. Lastly, practice judicious use of the available capital. If you are burning cash in advertisement and promotions without making enough money, you soon risk going out of business.
Secret Ingredient of Startup Success: The Team
As you go on to studying startups and success stories, invariably you would discover that the team made all the difference. While putting together different elements ensuring the success of your much dreamt project remember to also form and nurture a team. Try and get together the most versatile mix of people on board, not just in terms of skillsets but also attitudes and personalities. An exceptional team, especially the founders will help you attract the right investment, recover from roadblocks and carve your own niche sooner than expected.
Bootstrap Your Way to Top
Lastly, consider the option of self-funding your startup. Entrepreneurship has always been synonymous with lean marketing and bootstrapping. Look for the sources available at your disposal and stretch them creatively – both financial and others. Realize the fact that even if certain startups receive amazing funding but there is an upper ceiling to the money available. Come up with a plan that would utilize the resources in the most prudent fashion.
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Refrigerated and frozen foods can also contribute important nutrients to your diet. High-protein, high-calorie choices include:
Commercial food supplements can also boost your caloric and nutrient intake. These products supply calories and protein in a variety of flavors and textures. Your treatment provider can provide more information about supplements.
*Raw or undercooked cracked eggs pose a danger of Salmonella infection. People with a compromised immune system are at greater than average risk of contracting salmonellosis.


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Islamabad (Pakistan) Dec 07 (ANI): The newly-appointed US Central Command (Centcom) Lieutenant General Kenneth McKenzie has said that Pakistan is using Taliban as a "hedge against India".
"At this time, Pakistan does not appear to be using the full extent of its influence to encourage the Taliban to come to the table. We continue to see the Taliban being utilised as a hedge against India rather than as part of a stable, reconciled Afghanistan," Dawn quoted Lieutenant General McKenzie as saying during a congressional meeting this week.
While noting that Pakistan is an important element in the long-term stability in Afghanistan, he, however, said that Islamabad's policies on Kabul has often led to frustration between the US governments and militaries.
Lieutenant General McKenzie, who will replace Army General Joseph Votel in near future as Centcom chief, said that Pakistan will be his priority engagement.
Indicating his possible policies towards Islamabad, he said that US Centcom would continue to support efforts "towards a diplomatic solution to the conflict in Afghanistan which includes ensuring that Islamabad's equities are acknowledged in any future agreement."
He further recommended strengthening military-to-military relations between the US and Pakistan.
Earlier, US President Donald Trump, in a letter to Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan, asked Islamabad's help with "faltering Afghan peace talks". (ANI)


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The home security services industry is rapidly growing. Many consumers are online actively researching various companies for security and smart home services. The market is ripe with opportunity. This opportunity has created fierce competition amongst home security companies to attract high-intent home security prospects, and lead generation is taking center stage. Events, content marketing, SEO, … READ MORE


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Archive for November 2012
Just let go 21 comments
Thankful Friends: Thanksgiving 2012 39 comments
To all those that celebrate Thanksgiving, I hope you all are still eating tasty left-overs.
Our small family of five will never forget Thanksgiving 2012!
Before I get to the always delightful Lucca photos let me share a few fall photos from our yard.
Now for precious, Lucca…
Lucca has an extensive marble collection.
Lucca is helping repair a lost track from her toy earth mover.
The next pic is of Uncle Andy cover monster!
Shortly after discovering Uncle Andy, it is time for a nap.
While she slept I could not resist the sweet angel face pics a few silly posed photos!
I hope everyone gets time to take a nap!
Enjoy your day!
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Since all of us could not be at the first memorial ride for our friend Jason A. Baines in Lexington, KY Sunday 11/11/12, we did the next best thing we could muster. Sarah and Winnie came to Macon to visit both us and Winnie's family who happens to live in Macon.
I looked through over 10 years of photos to find the treasures of photographic history of our lives together. Now I must learn how to scan photos, which I am told is pretty simple.
The photos in this blog are from the Macon visit with Winnie and Sarah.
Sarah has badass bike skills and many medals in her pocket.
Now for the pictures that I should have a tripod for instead of all these photos. But it was still fun to try to remember which person needed to take which photo.
The bright spot in the recent gloom was the all too short but invigorating visit with long time friends.
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Update: A Harris County judge sentenced former Sharpstown High School teacher Ysidoro Rosales Motola to 10 years deferred adjudication on his indecency charge.
Motola was accused of improperly touching several male students.
The judge from alleged victims from Sharpstown as well as Westbury High.
The trial is over and now it's up to a Harris County Judge and jury. That group will decide how much time former HISD teacher Ysidoro Rosales-Motola will get behind bars. He pleaded guilty to an indecency with a child charge. The 56 year old worked as a teacher at Sharpstown High School when he was arrested last year. School records also show Rosales-Motola was also accused of improper conduct at Westbury High when he was transferred to Sharpstown. Several witnesses are expected to testify against the former educator in court before his sentence is handed down.


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Until the early 1970s, if problems with penile blood flow or nerve function meant a guy couldn't get it up, his choices for treatment were pretty limited, and certainly did not mimic nature.
There were external props that could be strapped to a flaccid penis. There were a few implantable props that made the penis permanently stiff, but men using these devices not only had to worry about all the issues of having a permanent boner, sometimes the devices would rub a hole through the skin and fall out.
A many by the charming name of Berish Strauch thought an inflatable option might work better, and the development of flexible plastics made it possible. In 1973, he proposed an implantable device that would embed a fluid reservoir (22 in the diagram above) inside the scrotum (12) or the abdomen (14), connected to a flexible tube (18) running along the top of the penile shaft (16). The impotent patient then could pump the tube full whenever he felt like some sexytime.
In this way it is possible to stretch and elongate the tube and render it relatively rigid so as that a penile erection will result. The return of the fluid under pressure from the time to the container is delayed so that an erection will be maintained for a satisfactory period of time.
Fluid would be locked inside the tube by a series of tiny metal pressure plates. Getting the fluid out of the penis was decidedly manual.
However, when it is desired to eliminate the erection, the tube will be milked rearwardly by suitable manipulations along the penile shaft. This pinching and rearward milking applied to the tube forces the fluid rearwardly… with a pressure sufficient to deflect the wall…
Strauch never developed his design. Instead, he sold the idea to American Medical Systems, where Brantley Scott and his colleagues refined it: turning the elastic tube into a pair of balloon like reservoirs, and implanting them inside the penile erectile bodies. Improved versions of that design are still in use today. [US Patent 3853122 A | Simmons and Montague 2008]
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How did I get myself in this mess
with all this success
From Introspective to Retrospective
I did it by accident I guess.
I went from dreaming
to moving the clouds themselves
I went from thinkin nerds could be cool
to becoming one myself
Now that's cool,
Or should I say, That's Hot
Or should I say, That's Hot
Yet I'm steaming cause its all melting away
Maybe Swagger only sways one way?
Cause at the end of the day...
you know that guy I became to be
you know that guy I became to be
isn't me.
He is just ME, on some other shit,
and only comes out when I think Im the SHIT!
So when the cap doesn't fit, and my light isn't lit
I'm just Shawn in the dark
Like Clark, Kent that is
cause even superman can lose his spark
So here I am,
in this shitty mess
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There are so many wonderful writers/bloggers out there talking about LOST. But if the name Pearson Moore is attached to an article, I know that I will find myself happily immersed in it. To my pleasant surprise, Pearson has decided to put their vast LOST knowledge and interpretation into a series of ebooks ( which can be downloaded onto an eReader or a your computer through Amazon. ) The first is entitled " LOST Humanity" . I have read the opening chapter (which can be found here at DarkUFO) and it is excellent. This is very in depth material that delves into the heart of the show. Highly recommend. 🙂
( And congratulations to Pearson for reaching the #1 spot on Amazon, for Television Guides and Reviews, in the book's first week!) 8)
I will also be on with Ms. Wright on LOST Mirror Moments on March 19th, 2011 at 9:15 EST on Talkshoe. We will be discussing the episodes " Lockdown" and "Dave" from Season 2. Thanks again to the delightful Ms. Wright for having me co host with her.


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Are All These New "Risk" Tools Actually Risk Management Tools?
Risk management was definitely the buzzword du jour at both the 2012 RSA Conference and Security B-Sides in San Francisco. Everything is being called a risk management tool even if they're just dealing with threats and vulnerabilities, said Ben Tomhave (@falconsview), blogger of Falcon's View.
Tomhave argues that the new vendor options are not a new security but they definitely offer a key component of the security.
"Everyone wants to be part of that risk management pie, especially from a vendor perspective," said Tomhave. For example, as Tomhave pointed out, vulnerability scan companies are now talking about security risk intelligence. It's not that they're doing risk management, but they're generating values that go into a risk calculation.
These so called "risk" tools are not actually quantifying the impact which is critical to doing a risk management analysis. There's some term confusion as there's a rush to fill that void of solving the risk management problem, Tomhave said.
Financial services were the first to adopt a lot of these risk management practices. The trick is to help the other 99 percent of the companies to follow suit, said Tomhave.
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Pollution Casts Shadow Over Chinese Solar
With exports booming, government support, and persistent interest from venture capitalists, China's solar companies are like the new dot coms. More than 20 companies in China are setting up polysilicon plants, for a combined capacity estimated at 80,000 to 100,000 tons, more than double the 40,000 tons currently produced in the entire world. What's driving the demand for China's photovoltaic solution? Whereas a ton of polysilicon usually goes for about $84,500, Chinese companies can make it at $21,000 to $56,000 a ton.
But like so many industries producing cheap goods for export (and domestic consumption for that matter), it should come as little surprise that this one is also dumping toxic chemicals in its backyard. As the Washington Post reported this week, "the waste generated in the production--silicon tetrachloride -- is toxic," and the land and water in the vicinity of one big Chinese supplier, Luoyang Zhonggui High-Technology Co. in Henan province, is hurting. The company provides materials to solar superstars Suntech (NYSE: STP), along with a bunch of other Chinese and western companies publicly-listed in the U.S. In what may be the first signs of a fall-out for Chinese-made cheap solar, their stocks have begun to take a tumble.Here's how the Post's Ariana Eunjung Cha describes it:
About nine months ago, residents of Li's village, which begins about 50 yards from the plant, noticed that their crops were wilting under a dusting of white powder. Sometimes, there was a hazy cloud up to three feet high near the dumping site; one person tending crops there fainted, several villagers said. Small rocks began to accumulate in kettles used for boiling faucet water.
Each night, villagers said, the factory's chimneys released a loud whoosh of acrid air that stung their eyes and made it hard to breath. "It's poison air. Sometimes it gets so bad you can't sit outside. You have to close all the doors and windows," said Qiao Shi Peng, 28, a truck driver who said he worries about his 1-year-old son's health.
The villagers said most obvious evidence of the pollution is the dumping, up to 10 times a day, of the liquid waste into what was formerly a grassy field. Eventually, the whole area turned white, like snow.
How this report will impact China's booming export-geared solar industry remains to be seen. (Domestically, China is pursuing cheaper alternative energy solutions, including solar water heaters, methane capture and wind.) Up to 88 percent of Suntech's revenues come from sales to Germany and Spain alone (the U.S. makes up seven percent), due largely to the enormous subsidies for solar in Europe. As Bill Bishop at the excellent China blog Billdue reminds us, Chinese polysilicon and photovoltaic panel manufacturers are banking on US subsidies in the next iteration of a US energy bill. Suntech has offices in California and is looking to expand; its panels, 3000 of them, line the roof of the San Francisco International Airport.
Like John's recent post on coal usage by Suntech, and yesterday's New York Times story about biodiesel, this report is at the least a much-needed reality check. It's a reminder that, however healthy it may be for us, our clean energy -- and our dependence on China for cheap manufacturing -- is sickening China.
Still, this should also not be seen as a reason to stop investing in China's renewable energy industry. On the contrary, those companies and countries buying from China might use their influence to demand cleaner clean energy. Prices may rise, but the cost paid for the west's clean energy by villagers in Henan and elsewhere needs a serious readjustment too.
See also Lifecycle Perspective on California Solar Photovoltaic Supply, China's Richest Man: A Solar Magnate, China's Biggest Solar Geek, Solar Power Coming to Northern China
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Nicholas A. White is a fiction writer from North Carolina. His short stories have appeared in Pembroke Magazine, Permafrost, Fiction Southeast, Pithead Chapel, Literary Orphans, and other journals and magazines, both online and print.
He graduated from Clemson in 2014 with a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and currently studies in the MFA Program at the University of North Carolina Wilmington.
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Monster on the road
The night was warm and I was uncomfortable enough to wake up at 3 am. It made me feel uneasy, so I went out on my balcony. Half asleep, blurry eyed, I looked out and saw this menacing thing sitting there. It was big, and it was waiting.
It got even scarier, no cars were parked on my road. I've lived here over 30 years, cars are always parked. There's never a time they are not!
The silence grew, I thought of Simon and Garfunkel, but that didn't helpbecause there were no sounds. Even the silence was absent.
Maybe I hadn't woken up, and this was a nightmare. Normally there would be a car or two sliding past on the nearby main road, heading east for some foul purposebut there was nothing.
The air was heavy, full of moisture, yet not foggy. It too held an indeterminate presence. I decided it must be some kind of weird dream and if I went back to bed in it, I'd wake up and that would be that.
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What is your role at Manchester Met?
Senior Lecturer in English.
What does that involve?
Teaching English literature and researching literature in its cultural contexts (current focus: food and eating).
Which women inspire you and why?
I have to name two women, one from the past and one that inspires me in relation to the future:
- Rosa Luxemburg – revolutionary, radical, true intellectual and a feminist who, as Jacqueline Rose argues, 'believed that what women brought to politics was a moral impulse, a different register and quality of the heart.'
- What gives me hope for women and feminism of the future: my daughter Emily (nearly 24) – kind, generous, funny and always challenging the dominant consensus. I feel very privileged to have her in my life and to learn from her.
What is the greatest challenge to women working in Higher Education?
The backlash against feminism and finding a life/work balance that is not defined by constantly feeling guilty.
What is your favourite recipe?
Saltimbocca ('hop-in-the-mouth') alla Romana (feeds 4)
- 4 escalopes of veal
- 4slices of prosciutto di Parma
- 8 large sage leaves
- 30 gm butter
- 1 tbspolive oil
- 200 ml dry Marsala
- 400 g Spaghetti
- And a lovely crisp green salad on the side!
- Season veal escalopes to taste with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. Trim prosciutto slices to size of escalopes, then place over escalopes to almost cover, and weave toothpicks through sage to secure.
- Heat butter and olive oil in a large frying pan and pan-fry escalopes (prosciutto-side down first), in batches, for 1 minute or until golden. Turn and cook for another 1 minute or until golden, then transfer escalopes to a plate, remove toothpicks and cover to keep warm. Add Marsala to pan and boil over high heat until reduced by half, then strain sauce through a fine sieve into a jug and keep warm.
- Cook spaghetti in boiling water until al dente. Put on a beautiful large plate, pour the butter/Marsala sauce over, mix well and arrange the veal escalopes on top. Serve with a crisp salad of young green lettuce leaves dressed in a few swigs of grassy virgin olive oil, white balsamic vinegar and a dusting of salt and pepper.
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Available October 2009 at your favorite bookseller from Broadman & Holman Publishing Group.
This book started off well enough… it talked about Nehemiah, and used him as an example to set the basis for this book, outlining how we can find hope in the words of Scripture.
But, about half-way through the book, Pastor Wilton shared a story about how he confronted a man in his church with whom he was having difficulty. And, the way that the author dealt with this situation just so completely turned me off that I almost set down the book right then and there. Instead, I decided to press on and see if I could keep reading.
Well, I read a few more chapters, but I just couldn't get past what I'd encountered. I no longer felt I could trust what this man was saying in his book. And, so I set it aside.
I also found the book to be quite "preachy", even though –somewhere near the beginning, while talking about prison inmates, and how to approach them with the gospel– Pastor Wilton said he wasn't going to go that way.
So, unfortuantely, I didn't really enjoy this book. I may or may not recommend it, depending on the person I'm talking to. But, this one just wasn't for me.
Rated: D
[Thank you to Debbie Lykins, at Pure Publicity, for sending me a copy of this book.]


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- Placement location: Soysambu Conservancy
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This unique project will allow you to experience some of Kenya's most breath-taking scenery and wildlife up close. Soysambu Conservancy has an incredibly diverse range of wild animals and will become your home for the duration of your two weeks in Kenya.
You will stay at the reserve in same sex dormitories along with our other regular volunteers. There is a communal area at the front of the volunteer accommodation with stunning views over the reserve.
Volunteering on this project is hard work, a lot of fun and extremely interesting. You will join in with the on-going conservation work. Every day is different and your work will be varied. One of the main aims is to protect and monitor the endangered Rothschild's giraffe. In addition you will be involved in removing alien plants, repairing fences and roads, preventing soil erosion, and collecting data on different species and birds in the area. In addition to working in the reserve, you will also participate in a community outreach for one day. The outreach activities vary depending on the needs of the community at the time. They could include teaching children about the importance of protecting the environment and wild animals, teaching English, playing sports like football, or building a toilet or oven.
Volunteers will be accompanied at all times by our experienced conservation staff who have a great knowledge of the region's geography and wildlife. They will pass on their expertise and enthusiasm to you and you will learn a lot.
During the weekend you will get the opportunity to visit one of Kenya's National Parks.
Every year, thousands of High School Special volunteers actively make a difference around the world. During their time abroad, they contribute towards achieving long-term goals and make a long-lasting positive impact on the communities where they work. If you want to know more about their achievements, read our 2018 High School Specials Impact Report.


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One of the challenging situations in handling a relationship is to rekindle the charm that fades away with a mutual decision of having a breakup. Are you facing this situation currently? If your answer is yes, this article is going to help you through this.
When you let your loved one go but still a part of your heart feels for her/him, your unconscious mind will want to get them back. That is a devastating situation especially when you were in a romantic relationship with your lover. Being romantic with your ex after breaking up is a lot tougher than you can imagine.
However, though it's not an easy task, you have to go through it to save your relationship and most importantly to ensure your inner peace. Here I will give you 4 tips to be romantic after your breakup and ignite the potential reconciliation-
1. Let them feel that you still care
It will be an awful idea if you let your ex feel that you're desperate to get them back in your life. Give them some time to heal and cope up with this breakup. If you feel you've waited for enough, give him/her a phone call to know how they are and if there's something you can do for them.
Paying an unexpected visit at their home might seem inappropriate in some cases. However, you can ask them for a cup of coffee to spend some pleasant time.
2. Gift something that your ex loves
Since you two were in a romantic relationship once, you obviously know the things that your loved one likes. Also, who doesn't love gifts? So, an excellent way to let your partner feel loved even after a breakup is to gift them from their favorite list.
Don't forget to include a card with the gift that says something like "Have a good day" or "Be happy, always."
3. If you keep something that your partner loved, return it to him/her
There might be something that you two bought together, but you kept it in spite of knowing how much your ex loved it. If this is the case, tell them to get it back and keep it. That would be a gentle way to show your respect to their likings and your desire to make them feel better.
4. Give them romantic ideas making sure you don't involve yourself in it
If you two are having a friendly conversation these days and things are a bit easier than before, give them some romantic ideas that they can apply in their life. It will let them feel you're a good friend who wants them to be happy, nothing else; who knows if they're still single and these ideas actually will be in your favor! Your ex might start missing the romantic days you two had once and thought of you again.
These are some good ways to be romantic after the breakup because none of these suggestions will provoke your partner and let them feel that you're begging. Be confident and put your best effort to get them back into your life happen.


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Monday, August 10, 2009
Savoury Pumpkin Rice
During the time when I first started a job in Kulim Hi-Tech park, I stayed with my eldest sister in Butterworth. My sister cooked dinner almost every weekdays. One of the "one pot dish" that she cooked was the pumpkin rice. I didn't get the recipe from her, cuz I wanted to cook it my own way, which is the most convenient for me. Based on the photo above, you'll know I have succeeded in my first attempt. :P I will cook this dish more frequently in future.
1 cup of rice (washed and soaked for 4 hours)
180 lean pork (cut into thin strips)
20 gm of dried shrimp (washed and de-shelled) Little Inbox: Don't be surprise, I used to deshell the dried shrimps
2 dried mushrooms (soaked, removed stalk and cut into thin strips)
300gm pumpkin (skinned, seeded, and cut into small cubes)
4 clove of garlic (finely chopped)
7 shallots (skinned and thinly sliced)
1 stalk of scallion (chopped)
chicken stock (adequate amount used to cook 1 cup of rice)
sunflower oil
Marinate the meat, mushroom and dried shrimps with:
1 tbsp of light soy sauce
1 tsp of sesame oil
dash of white pepper
leave it in the fridge for 4 hours
1 tbsp of oyster sauce
3 tbsp of light soy sauce
1/2 tbsp of dark soy sauce
1. Heat enough oil in a wok, fry shallots till golden brown and set aside.
2. Leave about 3 tbsp of oil in the wok, and saute garlic till fragrant. Pour in the marinated ingredients and stir fry till fragrant.
3. Add the pumpkin and rice to mix well.
4. Add seasonings and chicken stock. Bring it to a boil.
5. Pour everything into rice cooker. Set the rice cooker to slow cook mode, and cook it for 1 hour. If you are using the normal rice cooker, just cook it like normal.
6. Once cooked, serve it with scallions and fried shallots.
23 comments:
- Food For Tots said...
Congrats on your success! Your pumpkin rice looks very tempting. I didn't soak my rice and marinate my meat for so long when making pumpkin rice. I bet it must be superyummy!
- August 11, 2009 at 12:27 AM
- New Kid on the Blog said...
1 pot rice is always yummy and convenient. And also easy to make. It absolutely looks yummy!!!
1 bowl pls!? :)
- August 11, 2009 at 7:44 AM
- ICook4Fun said...
This is my kind of meal when I am cooking for myself. Another one pot meal which I like is Yam rice. By the way, your pumpkin rice looks really good.
- August 11, 2009 at 8:12 AM
- Big Boys Oven said...
wow I can smell and feel the taste of this awesomely gorgeous pumpkin rice. I was told those orangy ppumpkin from Cameron Highland is really good and sweet! good recipe now I can copy! :)
- August 11, 2009 at 9:25 AM
- Big Boys Oven said...
wow I can smell and feel the taste of this awesomely gorgeous pumpkin rice. I was told those orangy ppumpkin from Cameron Highland is really good and sweet! good recipe now I can copy! :)
- August 11, 2009 at 9:25 AM
- SimpleGirl said...
i've tried using pumpkin for porridge...maybe next time should check out yr recipe!
- August 11, 2009 at 10:13 AM
- noobcook said...
Your pumpkin rice looks so inviting and the orange hue is perfect. I also like to add some salted fish and wolfberries in mine :)
- August 11, 2009 at 10:50 AM
- Dora said...
Nice savoury & sweet rice!
- August 11, 2009 at 11:39 AM
- Duckie said...
wow looks good. i'll try it!!!
- August 11, 2009 at 12:44 PM
- Little Inbox said...
Food For Tots, oh thanks you! I guess it doesn't matter for not soaking the rice. I just simply add this step.
New kid, yeah, and it save me a lot of time cleaning up the kitchen.
ICook4Fun, I'm thinking of to make yam rice the next. :)
BBO, no problem. Hope you'll like it.
- August 11, 2009 at 1:14 PM
- Little Inbox said...
SimpleGirl, normally I just stir fry pumpkin with dried shrimps and garlic.
noobcook, I saw your pumpkin rice posting before. You have your way of making the difference pumpkin rice.
Dora, thanks. :)
Duckie, happy trying to you!
- August 11, 2009 at 1:16 PM
- foodbin said...
looks like there was too much pumpkin in the rice. i love pumpkin too!
- August 12, 2009 at 11:48 AM
- Tummythoz said...
Err how to cut pumpkin? Chop it into half & scoop?
- August 12, 2009 at 4:39 PM
- ~Christine~Leng said...
i started to love pumpkin only recently and i'm deeply in love with it ever since! nice recipe :)
- August 12, 2009 at 10:19 PM
- cariso said...
YOur pumpkin is in 'generous' cuttings!
- August 12, 2009 at 10:22 PM
- Steven Goh said...
very creative leh... I usually cook yum rice only... now you given me inspiration on new dish. Thanks for sharing.
- August 12, 2009 at 11:20 PM
- FoOd PaRaDiSe said...
ah.... it's very convenient and nutritious foods.
- August 13, 2009 at 7:54 AM
- Little Inbox said...
Foodbin, I have lots of pumpkin, that's why I simple hentam, haha...
Tummythoz, normally I buy a quarter or half of a pumpkin. I slice it like you slice an orange, then I cut off the skin and remove the skin. It's very difficult to scoop it cuz raw pumpkin is very hard.
Christine, I love pumpkin in many ways like creamy pumpkin soup, stir fried pumpkin, pumpkin rice, pumpkin cake,....
Cariso, the size doesn't affect the final outcome cuz the pumpkin already turn soft and will melt in your mouth.
Steven, no problem. My next mission - yam rice, hehe...
Food Paradise, yeah it's nutritious cuz pumpkin is rich is vitamins.
- August 13, 2009 at 8:09 AM
- worldwindows said...
This is visually nice. Esp the orangy pumpkin!
- August 13, 2009 at 12:21 PM
- Elin said...
Hi Little Inbox,
I love this pumpkin rice...one more added to my one pot meal list. Thanks :)))
- August 13, 2009 at 4:01 PM
- tigerfish said...
I can smell the aroma...
- August 14, 2009 at 11:35 AM
- Little Inbox said...
worldwindows, yes it bring out the color of the dish. :)
Elin, no problem!
tigerfish, oh really? Hehehe...
- August 14, 2009 at 1:44 PM
- Jessica said...
Ooh This looks delicious! I'm a huge fan of fried rice. This looks amazing.
- February 1, 2010 at 10:06 AM


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Fulton native Roy D. (Skip) Vandelicht returns to his hometown next week to conduct the Central Methodist University Concert Band in a performance at William Woods University.
The event, scheduled for 7 p.m. Thursday, March 6, in Cutlip Auditorium of the McNutt Campus Center, is free and open to the public.
Vandelicht serves as assistant professor of music and director of bands at CMU, his alma mater. A 1977 graduate with a Bachelor of Music Education degree, he received the Outstanding Young Alumni Award from the school in 1990.
The Concert Band is composed of Central Methodist University musicians of any major. The band performs pieces ranging from traditional band music to more recently composed wind literature.
Vandelicht, who also holds a Master of Education degree from the University of Missouri, had a successful 31-year career as a public school music educator before joining CMU as director of the marching, concert and jazz band programs in 2008.
Honored numerous times as a professional music educator, Vandelicht received the 2004 Bandworld Legion of Honor Award; the 1991 Orpheus Award, presented by Beta Mu Chapter of Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia; the 1981 and 1982 Music Teacher of the Year Award, presented by the Missouri Federation of Women's Clubs; the 2008-09 Outstanding Music Educator Awards, presented by the National Federation of State High School Associations.
CMU's Concert Band performs at various venues on and off of campus and every spring the group travels on a six-day performance tour of high schools and United Methodist churches across Missouri. High schools this year include Mexico, Hallsville, Sturgeon, Maysville, Stockton, Versailles, Waynesville and Lebanon. The band will also perform at United Methodist churches in Cameron, Grain Valley, Monett and Laurie.
The Central Methodist University Band was organized in January 1910. Twenty-one students, under the leadership of fellow students, prepared selections for a concert tour through Missouri in March of 1912. The band continued under student leadership until World War I.
In the fall of 1925, with the establishment of the Swinney Conservatory of Music, the concert tour was revived and became an annual affair. Central Methodist has become well known for its outstanding bands and its contribution of well-trained band directors and music educators. Today, more than 70 alumni of CMU serve as high school band directors throughout Missouri.


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An ultrasound might also be done to check for problems with the baby or placenta, confirm the baby's position, assess the volume of amniotic fluid, and estimate the baby's weight. Uterine monitoring. Your health care provider might use a uterine monitor to measure the duration and spacing of your contractions. Lab tests. Your health care provider might take a swab of your vaginal secretions to check for the presence of certain infections and fetal fibronectin — a substance that acts like a glue between the fetal sac and the lining of the uterus and is discharged during labor. These results will be reviewed in combination with other risk factors. You'll also provide a urine sample, which will be tested for the presence of certain bacteria. More InformationPelvic examUltrasound TreatmentMedicationsOnce you're in labor, there are no medications or surgical procedures to stop labor. However, your doctor might recommend the following medications: Corticosteroids. If you're between weeks 24 and 34, your health care provider might recommend an injection of potent steroids to speed your baby's lung maturity. Corticosteroids might also be recommended starting at week 23 of pregnancy if you're at risk of delivering within seven days. In addition, corticosteroids might be recommended if you're between weeks 34 and 36 and six days of pregnancy, at risk of delivering within seven days and you haven't previously received them. You might be given a repeat course of corticosteroids if you're less than 34 weeks pregnant, at risk of delivering within seven days and a prior course of corticosteroids was given to you more than 14 days previously. Magnesium sulfate. Your doctor might offer magnesium sulfate if you have a high risk of delivering between weeks 24 and 32 of pregnancy. Some research has shown that it might reduce the risk of a specific type of damage to the brain (cerebral palsy) for babies born before 32 weeks of gestation. Tocolytics. Your health care provider might give you a medication called a tocolytic to temporarily stop your contractions. These medications won't halt preterm labor for longer than two days because they don't address the underlying cause of preterm labor. However, they might delay preterm labor long enough for corticosteroids to provide the maximum benefit or, if necessary, for you to be transported to a facility that can provide specialized care for your premature baby. Your health care provider won't recommend a tocolytic if you have certain conditions, such as pregnancy-induced high blood pressure. If you're not hospitalized, you might need to schedule weekly or more-frequent visits with your health care provider so that he or she can monitor signs and symptoms of preterm labor. Surgical proceduresFor some women, a surgical procedure known as cervical cerclage can help women who develop preterm labor because of a short cervix. During this procedure, the cervix is stitched closed with strong sutures. Typically, the sutures are removed after 36 completed weeks of pregnancy. If necessary, the sutures can be removed earlier. Cervical cerclage might be recommended if you're less than 24 weeks pregnant, you have a history of early premature birth and an ultrasound shows that your cervix is opening or that your cervical length is less than 25 millimeters. More InformationCervical cerclage Request an Appointment at Mayo Clinic Lifestyle and home remediesPreterm contractions might be Braxton Hicks contractions, which are common and don't necessarily mean that your cervix will begin to open. If you're having contractions that you think might be a symptom of preterm labor, try walking, resting or changing positions. This might stop false labor contractions. If you're in true preterm labor, however, your contractions will continue. Coping and supportIf you're at risk of preterm labor or premature birth, you might feel scared or anxious about your pregnancy. This might be especially true if you have a history of preterm labor or premature birth. Consult your health care provider about healthy ways to relax and stay calm. Preparing for your appointmentIf you develop any signs or symptoms of preterm labor, contact your health care provider right away. Depending on the circumstances, you might need immediate medical care. Here's some information to help you get ready for your appointment, as well as what to expect from your health care provider. What you can doBefore your appointment, you might want to: Ask about pre-appointment restrictions. In most cases you'll be seen immediately. If that's not the case, ask whether you should restrict your activity while you wait for your appointment. Ask a loved one or friend to join you for your appointment. The fear you might be feeling about the possibility of preterm labor can make it difficult to focus on what your health care provider says. Take someone along who can help remember all the information. Write down questions to ask your health care provider. That way, you won't forget anything important that you want to ask, and you can make the most of your time with your health care provider. Below are some basic questions to ask your health care provider about preterm labor. If any additional questions occur to you during your visit, don't hesitate to ask. Am I in labor? What can I do — if anything — to help prolong my pregnancy? Are there any treatments that could help the baby? What signs or symptoms should prompt me to call you? What signs or symptoms should prompt me to go to the hospital? What are the risks if my baby is born now? What to expect from your health care providerYour health care provider is likely to ask you a number of questions, including: When did you first notice your signs or symptoms? Are you having contractions? If so, how many an hour? Have you had any changes in vaginal discharge or bleeding? Have you been exposed to an infectious disease? Do you have a fever? Have you had any previous pregnancies, miscarriages, or cervical or uterine surgeries that I'm not aware of? Do you or did you smoke? How much? How far do you live from the hospital? How long would it take you to get to the hospital in an emergency, including time to arrange any necessary child care or transportation? Preterm labor poses serious risks for your baby. Work with your health care provider to understand your diagnosis and improve your chance of a healthy outcome. By Mayo Clinic Staff Request an Appointment at Mayo Clinic Symptoms & causesDoctors & departments Feb. 20, 2018 Print Share on: FacebookTwitter Show references Lockwood CJ. Diagnosis of preterm labor. https://www.uptodate.com/contents/search. Accessed Dec. 11, 2017. Cunningham FG, et al. Preterm labor. In: Williams Obstetrics. 24th ed. New York, N.Y.: The McGraw-Hill Companies; 2014. http://accessmedicine.mhmedical.com. Accessed Dec. 11, 2017. Frequently asked questions. Labor, delivery, and postpartum care FAQ087. Preterm (premature) labor and birth. American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. https://www.acog.org/Patients/FAQs/Preterm-Premature-Labor-and-Birth. Accessed Nov. 29, 2017. American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) Committee on Practice Bulletins — Obstetrics. ACOG Practice Bulletin No. 171: Management of preterm labor. Obstetrics & Gynecology. 2016;128:e155. Simhan HN, et al. Inhibition of acute preterm birth. https://www.uptodate.com/contents/search. Accessed Dec. 11, 2017. Robinson JN, et al. Preterm birth: Risk factors and interventions for risk reduction. https://www.uptodate.com/contents/search. Accessed Dec. 11, 2017. DeCherney AH, et al. Late pregnancy complications. In: Current Diagnosis & Treatment Obstetrics & Gynecology.11th ed. New York, N.Y.: The McGraw-Hill Companies; 2013. http://accessmedicine.mhmedical.com. Accessed Dec. 19, 2017. American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) Committee on Practice Bulletins — Obstetrics. ACOG Practice Bulletin No. 142: Cerclage for the management of cervical insufficiency. Obstetrics & Gynecology. 2014;123:372. Reaffirmed 2016. Creasy RK, et al., eds. Preterm labor and birth. In: Creasy and Resnik's Maternal-Fetal Medicine: Principles and Practice. 7th ed. Philadelphia, Pa.: Saunders Elsevier; 2014. https://www.clinicalkey.com. Accessed Dec. 19, 2017. Frequently asked questions. Labor, delivery, and postpartum care FAQ004. How to tell when labor begins. American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. https://www.acog.org/Patients/FAQs/How-to-Tell-When-Labor-Begins. Accessed Nov. 29, 2017. American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) Committee on Obstetric Practice. ACOG Practice Bulletin No. 677: Antenatal corticosteroid therapy for fetal maturation. Obstetrics & Gynecology. 2016;128:187. Caritis S, et al. Management of pregnant women after inhibition of acute preterm labor. https://www.uptodate.com/contents/search. Accessed Dec. 20, 2017. Norwitz ER. Progesterone supplementation to reduce the risk of spontaneous preterm birth. https://www.uptodate.com/contents/search. Accessed Dec. 20, 2017. 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November 8th is just around the corner, and no matter where you are in the world, the US presidential election race has been impossible to ignore.
Even for those who haven't lived in the country for years, there's an unspoken sense that this election is different. That's left many Americans feeling the urge (or perhaps it's the need?) to have their voice heard on November 8th.
Tens of thousands of Americans voted from abroad in the 2012 election, and what we heard from them was surprising — they say the process is more straightforward than one would think.
Here's what those voters say other Americans abroad need to know to vote in the 2016 elections, no matter where they are:
1. It's only a two-step process
First, register to vote and request your ballot with one form.
It's called the Federal Post Card Application (FPCA). You can get it at FVAP.gov. Once there, select the state or territory where you last resided (i.e., where you lived in the U.S. most recently) or where your parents did (some states allow you to vote absentee even if you've never resided in the US).
You can use the online assistant to help you fill out the form, or print it and fill it out by hand. Then send your FPCA to your election office.
If you want to participate in the November 8 General Election, it's best to fill out and send in your FPCA by August 1st, 2016. Your state's deadline may be later, which you can check on FVAP.gov.
Second, when your absentee ballot arrives, fill it out and send it to your election office. Make sure you sign the enclosed affidavit or envelope as required by your state.
For the General Election, send your ballot back by October 15th, 2016.
2. You can do it anywhere
It doesn't matter if you're an American living in France, Germany, Spain, or the UK. You can register and request your ballot to be sent anywhere in the world.
And you can do much of the work with the online assistant (except printing and signing!). Most states accept the FPCA via email or online, and many will send you your blank ballot online too.
Hard copies of the FPCA are also available at your nearest US consulate or embassy.
3. You can get help filling out your FPCA online
FVAP's online assistant offers tips on how to fill out the FPCA as you're completing it. It makes filling out the form that much faster.
When you're done, you can download the populated form, so all you have to do is print, sign and send in. All the instructions on where and how to send in your form by mail, email or fax — whatever your state allows — will be included.
4. It's OK if you don't get your ballot in time
If you don't get your ballot in time to vote before the deadline, that's no problem. Get a Federal Write-In Absentee Ballot (FWAB) from FVAP.gov. Fill it out and send it like your regular ballot. There's an online assistant to help you do this too!
5. You can check the status of your ballot
Want to make sure your election office received your ballot? You can check the status at FVAP.gov and see when your election office receives it.
Not exactly the complex process you thought it was, right? Be sure to fill out your FPCA by August 1st to participate.
This article was produced by The Local and sponsored by the US Federal Voting Assistance Programme (FVAP).


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Voted, pinned, tweeted. My husband just asked me to make some peanut butter cookies so now I really have NO excuse!
Only one cup of coffee for the whole day? I don't think I could do it! Especially now that we have a Keurig and I can make a fresh cup any time I want one in less than a minute.Your cookies are adorable! I'll head over and vote for them!
I'm more of a cookies & milk person, but coffee is good too! These cookies look amazing...and so pretty!
I understand completely the idea of one cup per day (at about 10 o'clock) of really GOOD coffee. I've been struggling here in the US to find something and at the moment I'm using 8o'clock (original, not the Colombian everyone raves about) I'll try this coffee, if I see it about. I'll definitely try the recipe!
I pretty much could live on cookies like this...I did when I was pregnant with Joe (I think they are still with me)
Yum and how clever to use the potato! You have my vote and my Pin too! Good luck with the Ambience voting, hope you win!
I love these cookies! They are adorable! I can't wait to carve a potato and stamp cookies. it is a Simple, yet brilliant idea.
oh I LOVE that creative heart in these yummy looking cookies :)
What a great idea for Valentine's Day! They look like they could be a fun cookie to make with your kids as well. Thank you for sharing this post with the Gallery of Favorites.
Hmmm...I think test batches don't count for calories, right? I'd be all, "Oh. No. This batch didn't come out quite right. Darn. I'll have to make another." :) Love this for Valentine's Day!
Chocolate and peanut butter - my favorite flavor combination! And the little hearts are too cute! I'll be making these for sure!
Just wanted to let you know I featured this as part of my link party wrap up! Please feel free to grab a featured button from my sidebar if you like.
It's a double feature for these! I included them in a special Valentine's Chocolate post today. Happy Valentine's Day!


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WHEN I was in college, there was an election for student body president in which one of the three top contenders was a joke candidate who campaigned with a paper bag over his head and went by a made-up name evoking a tumescent male appendage. He finished second, if memory serves. I thought I was watching a farce peculiar to the contest's low stakes and the crude humor of students our age. I had no idea I was getting a preview of Italian politics.
Have you been following the looming election over there? Not the one to determine the next pope, but the one to decide the next prime minister? The former has somewhat overshadowed the latter, though the latter is a spectacle worth noting: the leader of the party in third place in the polls used to be a comedian, while the leader of the party in second — Silvio Berlusconi — will always be one.
Oh, yes! He's back! Although some of you may recall that Berlusconi retired from political life in late 2011, pledging not to seek re-election, he reassessed the situation in late 2012, realized that his hobbling country desperately needed him, and announced that he would pursue what would be a fourth stint in office, though he was doing so "at great personal sacrifice."
I'll tell you what was great: the shriek that rose up from the Continent.
"The Mummy Returns" was the front-page headline in one prominent French newspaper, referring to a 2001 movie and insinuating, perhaps, that the many cosmetic interventions Berlusconi has undergone include embalming. A prominent German newspaper rued the "Return of the Undead."
Public opinion surveys suggest that Pier Luigi Bersani and his center-left Democratic Party will finish first in the voting in Italy, which concludes on Monday. But with the affections of alienated voters spread in so many directions, the runners-up like Berlusconi, 76, and his People of Liberty Party will most likely do well enough to force Bersani into a hunt for partners in a coalition government. Things could get complicated, and neither Italy nor the European Union needs any additional complications right now.
This mess of an Italian election lays bare the resentments and anxieties threatening European stability: the anger at Germany, which Berlusconi stokes and exploits; the cynicism toward entrenched, conventional politicians of all stripes; the disgust with persistently poor economic conditions; and a hunger for solutions that makes voters vulnerable to swaggering personalities and provocative talk.
The former comedian I mentioned, Beppe Grillo, has suggested that Italy possibly suspend payments on its national debt, lofted the idea of exiting the euro zone and questioned the mandatory vaccination of children. He once joked that an expeditious way to clean political house would be for Al Qaeda to blow up the Italian Parliament. Thousands of Italians throng his rallies to sop up his contempt for the status quo. Polls estimate that he's supported by at least 15 percent of voters.
Berlusconi, revivified and ridiculous, has polled above 25 percent, thanks in part to promises of tax cuts and a tax amnesty that the country can ill afford. He has even gone so far as to characterize tax collectors in Italy — which, mind you, has a history of epic tax evasion — as "the extortionist arm of an enemy state."
Out of the mouth of Berlusconi oft times comes twaddle. Last month he publicly opined that while, yes, Benito Mussolini was viciously anti-Semitic and collaborated with the Nazis, the Fascist dictator wasn't without redeeming qualities. The occasion for this needless encomium was an event commemorating the Holocaust.
The opera of Italian politics provides endless amazement: how can people so good at living be so bad at government? It provides solace, too, enabling the aghast American to glance from Sarah Palin or Herman Cain to a theater of arguably greater absurdity, with an actor of unsurpassed shamelessness and self-delusion. We suffer much in this country, but we don't suffer the likes of Berlusconi.
And he looks worse than ever, in part because the aged potentate in the foreground of the other election dominating Italian discourse looks so much better, at least if graded on realism and humility. Pope Benedict XVI knew when to quit.
His decision to resign stunned the world, because no pope had done so in nearly six centuries and because his predecessor, John Paul II, had pressed on through profound infirmity, essentially dying bit by bit on a public stage, before a worldwide audience. It's hard not to believe that Benedict, 85, was influenced by that pained example and concerned about the church's going through another difficult chapter of compromised leadership by a deteriorating pope.
Over the last week and a half there have been reports that Benedict had gone blind in one eye, had suffered blood pressure so high that his physician hadn't wanted him to fly, and had struggled both with walking and with sleep. There has also been speculation that he was hurrying out of the papacy before some new scandal or scandals wash up on his doorstep. I doubt we'll ever have a full, indisputable inventory of the factors behind his surrender of the reins. The papacy and the Vatican don't work that way.
But whatever the reasons, the surrender demonstrates a recognition of worldly realities and an ability to let go that Berlusconi could learn from.
Berlusconi has contributed enough already. His legend is established, his legacy intact. As a TV mogul, he brought nudity into game shows and populated the airwaves with showgirls. A few of them followed him into politics, where he installed them in cushy posts. He unabashedly used his vast media holdings to burnish his image. He did not use his years in office and his considerable power to implement the range of reforms that the Italian economy still needs.
Of course, he was distracted. He was constantly grappling with criminal charges, including the accusation that he'd had sex with an underage prostitute. He denied the sex but made no bones about his outsize libido and his quickness to exercise it. At one point in 2011, when he was still prime minister, he told a crowd: "Did you hear the latest poll? They asked women between 20 and 30 years old if they want to make love to Berlusconi. Thirty-three percent said yes! Sixty-seven percent said, 'Again?' "
That's my question for him: again? Must he feed yet another time, more zombie than mummy, on Italy's body politic? This contest has very real stakes. Italy's economy is one of the 10 largest in the world, and it's sputtering. With any luck, Italians will grapple maturely with that and vote in a way that doesn't give the comedians in the race too much leverage or exacerbate the country's political chaos. If they fail to, it's no laughing matter.


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Today the sun shone through and although its abit nippy its not as cold as it has been the past few days, so me and my daughter and Jackson our beautiful Boxer dog,went for a bike ride through the woods.
I love watching Chloe and Jackson run off together, they are best friends
We had a lovely afternoon in the Autumn sun, rushing through the woody pathways and jumping around in the grassy fields.
Simply fun in the beautiful countryside, a perfect way to spend a sunny Autumn Day.
I'm linking this post up to the Country Kids Linky over at Coombe Mill
Why not come along and show off your outdoor activities from this week? or come over and see who else has been enjoying the outdoors by viiting Coombe Mills blog here : Country Kids
Chloe is wearing the Lovely Spotty Pink Top from Boden Clothing look out for our review coming soon!


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It is no secret that I have a huge addiction to Grey's Anatomy, and yes I realize it came out in 2005. While I recently discovered this show, I have quickly picked up on a few things that stand out that can apply to the work world.
- Mixing professional and personal. Right off the bat, surgical interns Meredith, Izzie and George move in together because Meredith was looking for roommates. It is great to have roommates, but something I have noticed about these three is when they are having issues at home they tend to bring them to work. In a professional environment it is not acceptable. While people love the drama of the show, drama in the workplace is immature and unprofessional. It is always great to make friends with coworkers, but make sure you keep personal and professional separate. Do not let it impact the work you can do!
- Communication is key! This phrase is said constantly, and for a great reason: it is true! If you want to have success within an organization or company, you need communication. This does not only apply to PR and the communications industry, but everything. The show is about surgeons, and to me it seems like the communication should be constant with them. However, since it is based mainly on the interns they are still learning and the audience sees many times how there is lack of communication between the interns and the resident surgeons. For there to be success, there needs to be communication.
- Being an intern does help! Some universities do not require students to have internships prior to graduating, but some, like mine, do. Like I mentioned before this show is mainly about the interns. Before watching this show and other shows like it, I had no idea that surgeons had to intern for as long as they do. It makes sense though. While I have never had an operation in my life I do not think I would feel comfortable having someone fresh out of school that does not have a lot of experience operate on me. So how does this relate to PR? No we are not going to be making operations on anyone when we graduate, but we will have to deal with many other things that may occur, like a crisis situation for instance. By interning we have the opportunity to learn and be mentored by professionals before jumping into the fire.
While I may be a little late to the Grey's Anatomy party, noticing these points in the episodes I have seen has shown me that students are all the same. We are constantly learning and growing. So what do you think… are there hidden messages like the ones I have mentioned above in other television shows? Do you think this is on purpose?


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Stripes and Smiles are Forever
If you didn't already know YES; I said YES!!! I will be getting married on July 15, 2017 to the love of my life and I couldn't be any happier and excited for this new legal beginning lol. I don't want to say too much just yet because that will be for another blog post, but I am trembling with excitement right now as I write this. I constantly think of how many things I need to get done and the amount of time I have left to do it in. I am just shook (I don't know if I just used the word "shook" in the correct context) BUT all the cool kids are saying it so, I thought it would be appropriate for me to slide that in here lol. Anyway let me get to the point of this post :). Well actually… there isn't a point I just want to share with you guys these amazing photos that a photographer by the name of Diana Rubio took. I am obsessed with my son of course and the quality of these photos 🙂 Clothing details will be provided below.
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Necklace: It's my gold choker from here (we improvised)
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The new academic year (2014-2015) has started, with lots of expectations, joy and eagerness, to learn.
Ten years ago , school leadership was noticeably absent from most major school reform agendas, but today, improving school leadership ranks, improvising school leadership, ranks high on the list of priorities for school reforms.
It is important that an election is held for real positions with real responsibilities; Students need to develop their leadership qualities.
We too conducted an election for the Posts of
- School Captain
- School Vice Captain
- Games Leader
- Students Counsellor
Sixteen students of grade 9 & 10, who have a good record in scholastic and co-scholastic activities were nominated for the elections. All the nominees were introduced to the students during the morning assembly. All candidates were strictly prohibited from bribing the students and giving fake promises. Campaigning began with great enthusiasm and went on for two days.
The election was held on the 16th of June with great eagerness from the staff and students alike. All students from grades 5 to 10 were eligible to vote. The election poll was ready with the slips and the ballot box. Teachers took charge and students caste their votes in the true spirit of elections.
Counting began in the afternoon and the results were announced in the afternoon on the 17th of June, with
K. Aneesh – School Captain
R. Rithik Todi – School Vice Captain
J. Vasanthraj – Games Leader
T.A. Vishnu Varma – Students Counsellor
The main aim to shape a vision of academic success for all students to create a climate hospitable to education and to cultivate leadership qualities in students were achieved through the elections.


text: Home > Bookshop > Other Fiction > Fantasy Books « Back Bloodstone Gemmell, David Our Price Retail Price AUD$19.99 Your Price AUD$7.65 Minimum Order: 1 In Stock (1) Dispatch: 1 day Bloodstone/Gemmell, David/Paper/185723832X/S008-A AUD$7.65 QTY Gift Wrapping Add Gift Wrapping (click checkbox) If you would like a gift wrapping message, please add it in the Notes section on the checkout page, thank you. AUD$2.95 Publisher: Orbit ISBN-13: 9781857238327 Series: Jon Shannow Binding: Paperback Year Published: 1999 The tyrannical rule of the Deacon and his Jerusalem Riders has unleashed upon the world a sea of bigotry and hatred, where Unbelievers and Mutants are massacred in the name of God and Peace. And the long-vanished Jerusalem Man is now considered a saint of the new order. To speak ill of his memory is heresy. But when the church in Pilgrim's Valley is burnt to the ground, its congregation slaughtered, a rider appears and hunts down the killers. And word spreads - The Jerusalem Man is back. Hunted and alone Jon Shannow must battle the forces of the Deacon - and face a terrible enemy from another universe; a dark god who feeds on the souls of worlds. ID: 12644 Code: RH000827


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Good Morning! After a bout with blog problems…here is today's info!
I added these two lovely vintage cookie cutters to the give away!
For those who ordered cookbooks, US addresses will be mailed this weekend, overseas next week. THANK you so much!
And let me ask you…who needs a bright grass green sweater vest?
That's what I thought. So I ordered me one! I have never ordered from this company before
so I will let you know how it goes. The lovely green vest is actually on back order until December so I will most likely have forgotten I ordered it and will be
totally suprised when it arrives.
I have been looking for this pattern for a while now.
I stopped bidding on it at $22 on ebay. Yes, I went to $22 and thank goodness I got outbid…I would have been
so mad at myself. I would never pay that much for a pattern…I just thought I needed it so bad. Well, I posted about it over at MaryJanesFarm and of course a fellow
farmgirl had it and is going to let me borrow it. I will send it back promptly and with a little something for her generosity…I hear she collects vintage women's magazines.
And now for the Autumn recipe I promised. This is from my upcoming cookbooklet NotQuiteJuneCleaver Bakes a Pie! It is on my list of things to finish along with
my paper catalogue. I will…soon I hope. The cookbooklet is actually 95% done so hopefully soon. This recipe is SUPER easy…and use this pie crust recipe.
Pilgrim Pie
Preheat oven to 450. Prepare your favorite pie crust.
2 eggs
1 cup sugar
1/2 tsp salt
1 4 cup butter
1 cup coconut
1 cup oats
1 tsp vanilla
Cream together eggs, sugar and butter. Add remaining ingredients and mix well. Pour into unbaked pie crust. Bake at 450 for 10 minutes. Reduce heat to 350 and bake for 30-35 minutes.


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Mortgage advantage: You can deduct all the interest up to a maximum of $1 million in mortgage debt secured by a first and/or second home. The maximums are halved for married taxpayers filing separately.
Note to remember: You can't use the $1 million deduction if you pay cash for your home and later use it as collateral for an equity loan.
Point Advantage: A point equals 1% of the loan principal. One to three points are common on home loans, which can easily add up to thousands of dollars. You can fully deduct points associated with a home purchase mortgage.
Note to remember: Refinanced mortgage points are also deductible, provided they are amortized over the life of the loan. Homeowners who refinance can immediately write off the balance of the old points and begin to amortize the new.
Interest Advantage: Your total home equity debt is limited to the smaller of $100,000 (or $50,000 for each member of a married couple if they file separately), or the total of your home's fair market value, less certain other outstanding debts against it.
Home Equity Advantage: If you take out a loan to make sizeable home improvements, you can deduct the interest on this loan. There is no dollar limit on this deduction; nonetheless, the work must be a "capital improvement" rather than ordinary repairs.
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Queer Hyenas: Exclusion and Sanctuary in Senegalese Visual Culture
Colloquium | May 2 | 12:30-2 p.m. | 223 Moses Hall
Ivy Mills, Lecturer, History of Art, UC Berkeley
Dr. Ivy Mills is a lecturer in the Visual and Literary Cultures of Africa and the African Diaspora in the History of Art Department at the University of California, Berkeley. A recipient of Fulbright, FLAS, and Rocca grants, she conducted research on Senegalese cultural production and taught college courses during a four-year residency in Dakar, Senegal; she then earned her PhD in African Diaspora Studies from UC Berkeley in 2011. Her current book project, provisionally titled Iconographies of Exclusion: Gender, Animality, and the Limits of Community in Senegalese Visual Culture, argues that contemporary figurations of abjection and violability cohere through a referencing of the logics and symbols of older hierarchies of caste and slavery. In this tradition, the limits of humanness and therefore of communal protection are imagined through queer, socially dead figures like the hyena and donkey. She is also working on projects on comedic whiteface performance; on the visualization of gendered piety and virtue in Wolof melodrama and contemporary art; and on flows of popular culture between Senegal and India.
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