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Project Management
RFI module, Change Order module
Resolve project questions through to resolution
- Use a fully integrated RFI system to create, manage and track each project question through to resolution from the same RFI window.
- Add and review multiple responses and revisions of an RFI until the question is resolved.
- Create RFIs and add responses by dragging and dropping Microsoft Outlook emails, with email attachments stored automatically in FabTrol Pro.
- Add drawings and documents that are stored in FabTrol Pro's drawing register to an RFI on the fly and easily add and store external documents.
- Use at-a-glance visual cues to check for unresolved and overdue RFIs. Review a list of RFIs and RFI attachments, filtering the list to include only appropriate RFIs (e.g., requested respond-by date, sequence/phase, etc.).
Change Orders
Track, substantiate and manage all project change orders
- Track all project change orders from submission/negotiation through to acceptance or rejection.
- Know which change orders impact a project's schedule.
- Create change orders and track responses by dragging and dropping emails from Microsoft Outlook.
- Estimate costs associated with changes by budget category with an integrated estimating tool.
- Use integration with Microsoft Outlook and the Drawings and RFI modules for managing and communicating supporting documentation.
- View the total values of the initial contract, all approved change orders and all pending approval for one or many projects by budget category.
Included with both the RFI module and the Change Order module
Plan and manage project schedules in an integrated Gantt chart
- Use a single Gantt chart that is automatically populated with all active projects and sequences to visualize the schedules of projects running through the shop.
- Track project milestones that are important to you and your customers like drawing approvals and releases, material availability, production dates, site deliveries and more.
- View and edit any combination of projects and sequences in the schedule to help identify bottlenecks, maximize capacity and improve efficiency.
- Understand the impact of changes in project schedules and manage priorities.
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Cameron University will establish the Jessie Pittman Dunbar President's Distinguished Scholarship (PDS) in Teacher Education, the university's fourth PDS. It is made possible thanks to a gift received from the estate of the late Jessie Pittman Dunbar. A contribution of $25,000 or more is required to establish a President's Distinguished Scholarship, Cameron's most prestigious academic scholarship.
"The late Jessie Pittman Dunbar was a staunch advocate of education," says Cameron President Cindy Ross. "Her generous bequest to Cameron is evidence of that. Private donations such as the gifts made by Mrs. Dunbar are vital to the students of Cameron University. They are one of the reasons that for the past three years, Cameron has ranked in the top three in the nation among like institutions with students graduating with a low-debt load."
Jessie Pittman Dunbar graduated from Cameron Junior College in 1934. In 2003, she presented $3,000 to the Cameron University Foundation to be used for scholarships. A member of President's Partners, Mrs. Dunbar was a regular donor until her death in 2007. Predeceased by both her husband Paul and her only child, Franklin, who was also a Cameron graduate, Mrs. Dunbar included Cameron in her estate planning.
To date, Cameron has received gifts and assets, including mineral rights valued at $361,793, exceeding $500,000 from the Dunbar estate. In addition to the PDS, funds have been used for a variety of projects on campus, including $30,000 for the Bentley Gardens, where an Area of Repose commemorating Mrs. Dunbar's life was established. Another $30,000 was allocated to the McMahon Centennial Complex as part of the "Pillar of Support" program. Funds will continue to accumulate from the mineral rights that Cameron received from the Dunbar estate.
Mrs. Dunbar was one of the children of Comanche County pioneers Tuck and Anna Pittman, whose dedication to education has become a family legacy. More than 30 Pittman descendants have attended Cameron, and more than half have become educators. Members of the Pittman family have endowed two lectureships and one scholarship at Cameron in recent years.
"Much of our family has always been devoted to education," says Tuck Pittman, a nephew of Jessie Pittman Dunbar. "The Pittman family firmly believes that higher education is a vital part of giving the children of Comanche County the opportunity for a bright future."
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Travelers tribute brings out patriotism in 'Wounded Warrior' Pat Gilhuly
CROMWELL -- Pat Gilhuly grew up on Howe Street in the 50s, crabbing and fishing for snapper blues off City Point, reminiscing about a shared hot dog, fries and chocolate milk at Jimmy's; and 10 years later, serving his country in Vietnam with the Army 4th Division.
He rarely shares those war memories and in fact, divorced himself from all things military for the next 40 years. ... Yet Wednesday, Gilhuly sat proudly in the Patriots Outpost honoring Wounded Warriors at TPC River Highlands during Pro-Am Day at the Travelers Championship.
"What you have to understand is that the culture today has changed," said Gilhuly, whose dad, James "Doc" Gilhuly was manager of the New Haven Post 47 American Legion program for a decade and later inducted into the Southern Connecticut Diamond Club Hall of Fame. "Veterans like myself were not properly (recognized). At that time, the culture was geared to the peace movement and to non-military affairs.
"So people like myself were spit at, were called names, things were thrown at us at airports, to the point I had to take off my uniform and dress as a civilian on my way back to Connecticut from Seattle. The one thing I can say is the Wounded Warriors program put in place here is a tremendous change in the culture. Men and women veterans who are now coming back from service ... and more will from Iraq and Afghanistan ... will be given the acknowledgement for the sacrifices they're making today."
In today's lexicon, Gilhuly would be known as a Wounded Warrior, serving in places called Dak To and Pleiku in the jungle central highlands of Vietnam. He was awarded a Purple Heart after being injured in service to our country.
Gilhuly used the terms "disappointed" and "frustrated" to categorize his reception back in the U.S. following his tour of duty, but disillusioned might be a stronger and more fitting word.
Shortly after his return, he had a relapse of malaria - one of two relapses - but willfully avoided the Veteran's Administration for over 40 years. Only two years ago, then at the age of 61, he was asked by a friend to go to the Veteran's Administration to find out, as he was retiring, what the military had to offer in benefits.
"My fear now is that there are tens of thousands of other veterans like me ... Korea, Vietnam, even World War II, who don't know what is available to them today ... that could help them and their families in dealing with the crisis we now see today in health care and the economy," he said.
"For 40 years, fortunately, I was in a position where I didn't feel I needed that. And only through a friend did I make an appointment. The doctor looked at me and said, 'Patrick, where have you been for 40 years?' He said there are benefits that I never knew I was eligible for that would have and should have helped me."
Gilhuly was drawn to the Patriots Outpost largely to support his niece, Brigit Clancy, who is volunteering her time in support of Wounded Warriors and the many veterans who come by to relax, to share stories, and to respect one another for their service.
"I haven't talked about this in 40 years ... I have goose bumps," said Gilhuly. "I can appreciate that because it didn't happen 40 years ago. Now to be able to walk in, be offered a cup of coffee, a handshake and a thank you welcome home ... guys like myself are going to come back."
Credit goes to St. Francis Hospital in Hartford for committing resources to the sponsorship for the second straight year of the Patriots Outpost, expanded this year to accommodate more veterans and their families.
As much as Gilhuly embraced his return to veterans functions over the last couple of years, he is very reluctant to talk about specifics of his time in Vietnam, even with close family. "I think each veteran will handle their own issues in their own private way, and much of what we experienced will always be kept close," he said. "I don't want to speak for everyone, but there's a lot of things that happened which are better off staying on a personal basis. I think you'll find that with most (veterans).
"This is the first time I've really talked openly about issues honestly, even with family. But I think it's important to sit down with (veterans) and get some input and some feedback about what's going on here. It's fabulous."
Gilhuly moved out of New Haven right before he would have attended Hillhouse, but the New Haven landscape is dotted with Gilhulys in positions of community service. His uncle David served as a New Haven police officer and his uncle Bob Sr. is a retired battalion chief for the New Haven Fire Department. His cousin Bob Jr. is a captain in the fire department.
Gilhuly reminisced about the good old days with his extended family in New Haven, but as the Patriots Outpost swelled with veterans and their families, and the conversations around him echoed in warmth, he looked around with pleasure.
"The culture's all changed," he said. "I don't know what else to tell you except that I'm happy to be here. I'm happy that this Wounded Warrior program is now being seen. Look to your right ... officers proudly walking around in full uniform. That's a great change from what we've seen before. And I'm part of it. We're all part of it. And it's pretty cool."


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No answers. No suggestions. No advice.
With the ongoing deadly attacks from ISIS, (the horror in Mali is unfolding as I type), today I offer only a few heart breaking observations and questions.
When did the men who are steering this barbarity become so filled with hate? So cruel? As my seven-year-old daughter, Lulu, asked me, "Why do they like being mean?"
Over the weekend, she and I took the train to Dublin. An early celebration for her birthday later this month.
We arrived at our hotel Friday evening and squeezed in a mommy-daughter swim before they closed the pool. We were warm and dry in our fleece jammies when room service arrived – plus a special ice cream with a candle in it for the almost-birthday girl. And then the news of the Paris attacks also arrived via the TV.
"Turn it off, Mammy," Lulu said, using the sweet Irish version of my title. "I don't want to spoil our dinner."
She wasn't being insensitive. She's too young. Too in the moment of her own happiness. Obviously, turning it off doesn't make it go away. Those precious innocent lives that were cut down have been gone a week now. And they're never coming back. And neither are those from Beirut, from the Russian plane crash, from Syria, from the many other bombings, the beheadings. The grisly list goes on and on…
The next morning, when I came out from the shower, Lulu had drawn me a picture in pencil on the hotel stationery. Along with the clouds and the lead grey rainbow were the following words of promise:
I love you Mammy, and I'll try my best to be wonderful."
Her endearing note and the dreadful attacks have nothing in common, really. And yet it made me pause. When do young children whose hearts are naturally filled with joy and play and dreams - children who want to be wonderful – turn into angry, resentful, and terrible adults?
It may be younger than you think. Some psychologists point to nine as the pivotal year for the onset of typical adolescent rebellion. Other studies show children may experience so-called "conduct disorders" exhibiting a severe lack of empathy or caring for others much younger.
And, according to reports, ISIS is capitalizing on this. The Guardian, this week, excerpted from the ISIS manifesto or playbook stating,
Capture the rebelliousness of youth, their energy and idealism, and their readiness for self-sacrifice, while fools preach 'moderation' (wasatiyyah), security and avoidance of risk."
National Public Radio, just yesterday, ran a story from Afghanistan which told of a school run by the Islamic State. There they were, teaching students words like Jihad, Kalashnikov and Infidel. Doing show and tell with a machine gun. Watching videos of the atrocities they've committed. Indoctrinating children (only the little boys, actually) as young as three. Three?!?
I am saddened by the horrors ISIS is inflicting through its wanton attacks.
I am also saddened by the horror they are teaching and spreading. ISIS: Stealing children's wonder. Their desire to be wonderful. And replacing it with fervent hate for people they have never met.
Somebody cue Louis Armstrong please!
Copyright 2015 Gina London. All Rights Reserved.
by Gina London
I have a confession: When my seven-year-old told me she had been given the non-speaking bit role of "Forest Dancer" in her school's Easter festival play, my first inclination was to angrily protest.
(Note! This is NOT merely the musings of a mother on her young daughter's first school play, there is also a lovely lesson for business and life here, I promise.)
I imagined walking up to her first-grade teacher saying something like: "What?! MY daughter deserves MORE than a puny role as 'tree fairy who protects the princess' which was clearly made up just to give every kid a part. Lulu should have been the princess herself, or at least a character with one line of dialogue! How dare you!"
Of course, I said nothing to the teacher. To my daughter, I smiled down said something supportive about how she was sure to be a great "Forest Dancer." Still, inwardly, I worried about her sure-to-be-damaged tender self-esteem.
But, my daughter wasn't upset about her small role at all. She was actually excited about being a "Forest Dancer."
"I am creating my own dance moves to guard the princess," she happily told me one evening.
She applied twirls and flourishes she had learned in her after-school ballet lessons. Then she studied her face in the mirror and announced she would like to wear her hair swept into an up-do complete with a ring of flowers. We shopped for an appropriate "tree dancer" outfit and came up with a leafy dress the teachers liked so much they urged Lulu's "tree dancer" partner to buy a matching outfit just like it.
When the day of the Easter festival arrived, amid tables of hot cross buns, pastel-colored cupcakes and walls plastered with hundreds of pictures of bunnies and chicks, my little daughter proudly took to the stage.
Her little ballet moves were adorable and for a moment I thought of the background dancer in a recent production of The Nutcracker who hilariously upstaged the featured performers.
Lulu didn't go that far. She simply brought to the performance all that she could. She wasn't envious of the girl who did play the role of the princess. She had a great attitude. She was encouraging and encouraged in return.
I was the one who needed to have my attitude checked. When we're offered something we may consider "beneath" us, how do we react? With frustration? Anger? Are we indignant or are we gracious?
The way Lulu handled herself, reminded me of the Stanislavski quote that:
There are no small parts, only small actors.
So, no matter whether in an Easter festival play or in business or in life, remember all the world's a stage. Give every role your best.
And Happy Easter!
Copyright 2015 Gina London. All Rights Reserved.
I can't believe it. After living in Italy for three years, my first visit to the United States is drawing to a close. This trip back home again to Indiana: the state where I was born, grew up and where my mom and step-dad still live has just one full day left.
I landed on American soil on July 18. With more than a month ahead, in addition to feting with my family, I thought I had plenty of time to reconnect with everyone. I had so many plans!
Scotty, Lulu and I drove up to northwest Indiana to visit my college-buddy-like-a-brother Sam Wakim and his family for a combined dentist and friendly visit.
I zipped over to La Porte, the town where I was born, and toured Pine Lake where I spent happy summers with family, and peeked at the house Grandpa and Grannie Raven had built and lived in forever.
I had dinner with my fire-chief cousin and his family.
I met again with Eric Schneller, the first friend I ever made at Indiana University when I first sat next to him in my freshman biology class. I had dinner with ADPi sorority sisters Beth, Dottie and Elizabeth. We moved beyond the shallow ties of youthful sisterhood to wiser bonds forged through surviving the unexpected twists and painful turns real life often deals. We are still hanging in there, but I am not kidding when I say we laughed and we cried.
I had dinner with a couple of close youth group friends, Anita and Curt, who got married shortly after high school. They openly shared the incredible ups and downs that tried and ultimately strengthened their enduring union.
And speaking of my school days, I had dearly hoped to travel to Randolph County to the tiny town of Farmland to visit with the friends who were instrumental in creating the many colorful memories I have of my childhood. We've kept up virtually on Facebook, and I wanted to reunite with them in person.
But the weeks flew by and I didn't make it happen.
I also didn't get a chance to reconnect with my cousin Debbie and some other people I had envisioned seeing.
But I did get to hug a lot of my immediate family including Mom, Jerry, Andrea, Tony, Sophia, Brad, Jayson, Patience, Helena, Sam, Celeste and my ninety-nine-and-a-half-year-young Aunt Anita aka "Neatie."
We have had boat trips on the lake.
We have had bonfires. We have had dinner parties. We have had cake, cookies and Mom's famous chocolate chip coffeecake. Have I mentioned the mountains of ice cream?
Did I mention that even though Lulu has already eaten her weight in delectable Italian gelato, one of her new favorite places in the world is Dairy Queen? Okay, we have had too much eating, I must say.
But we simply have not had enough time to do everything I hoped.
To everyone I saw, I love you and am so glad we were able to see each other again. To everyone I didn't get a chance to see. I am sorry I missed you. I do miss you. Please come to see us in Ireland.
Tonight, as Lulu and I looked out across my parents' backyard on Morse Lake, the setting sun was shimmering on the water.
"It looks like diamonds. Real ones," Lulu said.
"Yes, Lulu," I replied, reflecting on the memories of the past four weeks. Although I didn't get to see and do every single thing I had hoped to when I first arrived, the glow of my time back here in Indiana has been shiny and priceless just the same. Like diamonds. Real ones.
Love to you, no matter where you are!
P.S. How was your summer? Did you spend it with family? Friends? What's in store for September? Let me know!


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The Eduardo Secci Gallery is pleased to announce that on Saturday September 23rd, 2017 at 6PM, at its exhibition space in Piazza Carlo Goldoni, Florence, it will inaugurate the group show Tensioni Strutturali #3, curated by Angel Moya Garcia.
The Tensioni Strutturali trilogy has been articulated and conceived as an organic project, broken down into three independent exhibits, which, however, are interconnected between one another, and have been gradually presented in the gallery's exhibition spaces. The first show, carried out in February 2016, focused on the central role of the individual in the construction of perceived space, through environmental installations by Carlo Bernardini, Monika Grzymala, Roberto Pugliese, and Esther Stocker. The second show, inaugurated in November 2016, analyzed the different possibilities of matter as an element of representation, through the works by Davide Dormino, Diamante Faraldo, Andrea Nacciarriti, Marzia Corinne Rossi, and Aeneas Wilder. This last, and final appointment, will showcase an exhibit that seals the trilogy, which will figure site-specific installations by Daniel Canogar, Baptiste Debombourg, Levi Van Veluw and Zimoun, who will explore the entropic process within everyday environments.
Entropy is generally appointed as an orientation that is intrinsic to a system, and which irreversibly loses part of its order, or of its qualities, whereas, in the theory of information, it is associated to what prevents the clarity and uniqueness of a specific message. A tendency to irregularity, to an apparent disorder, in which, probably, there is a concealed balance, even if it is complex and hard to understand, which can provide some indications on daily realities. In this chaotic process, the individual is often lost and attempts to resist to all that is beyond his/her control, creating labels, classi cations and categorizations to try and contrast it, as well as to adopt a strict control system that, to some degree, can guarantee serenity and both a physical and psychological stability.
With this in mind, the four artists who have been invited to participate in this last part of the trilogy, have developed their work as an analysis of both the entropic processes that loom above our every- day lives and of the possible attempts to instill an order, elaborating a taxonomy of the components of reality in order to suggest a potential stable structure or, ultimately, to consciously overlook this intent. From natural and atmospheric phenomena to emotional and psychological states, from historical processes regarding the symbolism of specific shapes to the studies carried out on mechanical and functional rhythms, the exhibit unravels itself as a moment to evaluate and measure the degree of chaos that is present, the possibilities of nding a balance, and the acceptance, throu- gh empirical observation, of the fact that "chaotic" configurations are the most probable ones. And, nally, a series of works that interrogate themselves, in contrasting ways, on the possibilities of building a stable and solid narration, but that, at the same time, ask us to what point we should pursue such research, instead of letting ourselves go in the relentless fallibility of our certainties.
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Leaves on the ground are turning
Yellow, brown and red.
Smoke from the bonfire burning,
Climbing overhead.
Here comes Autumn to bring the mist and rain,
Summer has gone for another year,
Autumn's here again!
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S.P. Sharma, founder of S.S Trade Concern. Has more than 17 years of experience in the field of selling and marketing of different International Brands in the local market of Nepal. Since 1996, He started dealing with International Branded shoes and many other renown brands in the developing country like Nepal, where per capita income of a person is not more than US$. 440 per year. We have promoted many other items as well. We being the authorized distributor of:
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|pink coat: george@asda
|shoes: irregular choice
As I've mentioned recently, I'm on the lookout for a new coat. Asda had quite the selection of coats, a lot of which I tried on. Then I went to get some food, as I didn't like any of them as much as the cute little pink number with the bows.
Basket filled, I went back to the coats. I tried another sensible colour on. Then I caved and tried the pink one on. Let's face it, it's not like I was going to go for any of the others. This one has bows, for goodness sake! Bows and a hood. And it matches the print of the little dress I picked up for £4 in the sale..
All of my attempts at weekly food-shopping seem to end in a similar fashion.


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How to make popped/puffed quinoa?
Puffed or popped quinoa is a fun way to enjoy this super healthy grain. Top it over your morning cereal bowl, smoothie bowl, salad, add them in your homemade energy bars, homemade granola or simply snack on them. The options are endless.
Homemade popped quinoa tastes very much like popcorn but is very crispy but unlike popcorn it will not be fluffy after popping. It is very easy to make your very own puffed quinoa at home. Let see how.
1) Take quinoa in a fine mesh strainer and wash it under cold running tap water thoroughly. This procedure is required to wash off the saponin that coats the quinoa which gives off a very bitter taste. Hence rinse the quinoa nice and good before proceeding with rest of the steps.
2) Spread the washed quinoa with the help of a spoon or spatula onto an ungreased baking sheet.
3) Dry the quinoa in the oven set at the lowest temperature (mine is 170F) with the oven door open.
4) Stir the quinoa frequently to ensure all the grains dries evenly and thoroughly for around 30mins.
5) Take a regular sauce pan or a heavy bottomed pan and heat it on a medium flame. Add around a teaspoon of any oil like coconut, vegetable or peanut oil in the pan. I used a non stick saucepan, added no oil and it worked perfectly fine.
6) Add 3 - 4 tsp of quinoa at a time so that there is an even layer of quinoa in the pan. You can add more if you are using a large pan. Cover with lid or hold the lid in your direction as the quinoa starts popping. Shake the saucepan in between when the quinoa starts popping. Trust me you will need a lid for this because they will start jumping and flying out of the pan.
7) You will know its done when the popping sounds reduces/stops. Immediately transfer the quinoa into a bowl or a dish and repeat the same procedure with rest of the quinoa. As seen in the picture the quinoa will be brown in color post popping/puffing.
Enjoy :)
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Annual RXPI Alumni Senior Breakfast
Class of 2018 Roxborough Alumni! Please join your classmates and former teachers to commemorate your elementary years and show how far you've come. Food and fun provided!
You'll also have a chance to talk to current 6th graders about your advice and your future plans!
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Care Team Hotline918.724.TEAM
24 hours a day
The Care Team has a commitment to meet the pastoral care needs of our members 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
The team is composed of trained congregational members who partner to provide the widest scope of services to our church community.
Members can reach the Care Team Hotline number by calling 918.724.TEAM (8326.)
If you have questions about the Care Team or any of our other pastoral care teams, please contact our EXDIR Of Ministry, Rev. Barbara Prose, at 918.743.2805 ext. 325.
Care Team F.A.Q.s
Q: What if I just want to talk about a problem I am having, but honestly, I don't know if it really is an emergency?
A: That's okay. Go ahead and call. Someone will be available to respond to you to listen to what you have to say and, if appropriate, refer you to a church or community resource.
Q: What if my crisis is a personal matter I wish to remain private?
A: All information shared with the Care Team remains confidential. It will not be discussed outside the Care Team and referrals are made only with your permission.
Q: Which member of the Care Team will I reach if I call the Care Team phone?
A: The members of the team rotate coverage of the phone for a week at a time so it just depends on who is scheduled.
Q: What actually happens when I call?
A: Whoever takes your call will determine if they can help you on the spot simply by talking with you or helping you make a plan to deal further with the problem. In some cases, you may need to talk with a minister right away, and if so, one will be immediately contacted. If no one is available when you call, leave a message and a Care Team member will contact you as soon as possible.
Q: How are people recruited for the Care Team?
A: The ministers recruit potential team members based on recommendations from current team members, congregation members, and their own observations. The goal is to maintain a balance of skills, experience, age groups, and interests that reflect the pastoral needs of the congregation.
Q: How do I know who is on the Care Team?
A: The Care Team is commissioned once a year by the congregation in a Sunday morning service. The Care Team gathers in the front of the sanctuary and receives its charge from the congregation and pledges to uphold its duties. The Care Team also has a bulletin board in the hallway behind the sanctuary with all of the members' names and photographs.
Q: What training does the Care Team receive?
A: Care Team Members receive lay pastoral training designed and taught by pastoral care professionals and the ministry team. Many of the members come trained in counseling but may not have experience with the spiritual component inherent in pastoral care. Education in spirituality, grief, loss, domestic violence, pastoral presence, reproductive loss, aging, as well as community and church resources continues throughout each member's two year minimum commitment.
Q: If I have a friend in the hospital who needs a visit, should I tell the Care Team?
A: Absolutely. We want everyone admitted to a hospital to have a contact from the Pastoral Associates. Due to confidentiality issues, the hospital will not contact us directly unless a patient requests that their church be called and All Souls is named as their church. So, please do notify the team of a hospital admission, to make sure no one goes unserved. In addition, if you are being admitted to a hospital, please be sure and identify yourself as an All Souls member so we can check in with you.
Q: I have a doctor's appointment next week, can the Care Team take me?
A: No, the Care Team is not equipped to provide transportation or any kind of housekeeping, sitting or chores. A referral will be made to Helping Souls or, if appropriate, to a community agency.
Q: What are the 'expanded' services of the church's pastoral care program?
A: The All Souls Pastoral care program includes: Alzheimer's Support Group, Friendly Souls, Helping Souls, Life Decisions, NAMI Support Group, Parish Nurses, SpiritSong. For more information please contact Jennifer Ferre, at 918-743-2805, ext 327
Q: Can I call the Care Team to see if they are helping someone I think needs help?
A: By all means do call to make a referral, but please understand that no information can be given to you about a situation unless we have that person's permission. You can also fill out a pink "I'm Concerned" card.
Q: What can I do to support the Care Team?
A: Make referrals, volunteer, let people know what services are available, and most importantly, be willing to extend your own caring hand to a church member who is sitting alone, or who looks lost in the crowd on Sunday morning. We are each part of the larger care team of this church; giving and receiving, helping one another.


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The Body Shop - Beauty With Heart + Launch Party
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Beauty With HeartThe Body Shop believes that true beauty comes from your heart. For them beauty is more than looking good, it's also about feeling good. And to do good. They make their products with love and care. They use high quality natural ingredients and they aim for fair trade and are against animal-testing.
The Body Shop has launched 'Beauty With Heart' yesterday, a new fresh approach towards consumers from the coming generation to get inspired by a new experience by beauty. With her products and her unique philosophy, The Body Shop wants to stimulate people to show their most beautiful side and to do what their heart aims for.
They express their values in:
LOOK GOODThe products are based on the powder of the nature, plenty of top quality ingredients, which are innovative and effective.
FEEL GOODThe rich texture of the products are benevolent for the skin because the products are coming from a brand that loves and cares people and protects the environment and animals.
To get inspired by others to help protect the environment and animals via campaigns by the Community Fair Trade programme.
Beauty With Heart comes with a renovating concept in stores, called 'Pulse' and is supported by the new ambassadress of The Body Shop, Lily Cole. She incorporates with the values of The Body Shop and becomes the face of inspired young activists.
Since today 15 May, Pulse is the place where Beauty With Heart comes alive. Such as story selling tables, high quality ingredients, community and values wall, energy-efficiency, wood for good, transaction card and free make overs are available in stores.
Celebrate the new look
Not only the stores, but also the famous Body Butters got a new look! The new packaging looks really cute!
The new beauty sensation: Beautifying Oils
A new product with three kinds of nut oils for body, face and hair by The Body Shop. It claims to be an intensive care, to let your skin feels smooth and soft and to give shine to your hair.
Lily Cole's Cruelty-Free Make-Up Limited Edition
A collaboration by The Body Shop and Lily Cole which will be in stores from 11 June.
from left to right:
- Mini Hi-Shine Treatment - € 7.00 / 6ml, in the colours Go Pink, Go Wild, Go Play and Go Naked.
- Puff on Radiance - € 18.00 / 25 gr
- Lip & Cheek Dome - € 9.00 / 8ml, in the colours Pinch Me Pink and Crazy for Coral
- Pearl Radiance Primer - € 19.00 / 30ml
- Liquid Eyeliner - € 10.00 / 3ml
- Shimmer Cubes - € 22.00 / 4 cubes
I really want to try the Pearl Radiance Primer!
Beauty With Heart Launch Party
As you already can guess, the beauty company that I was invited to go to their beauty event on Monday 14 May was The Body Shop! Since it was my first beauty event ever, I was really nervous and didn't know what to expect. The location was in Strand Zuid, Amsterdam, which is kind off a restaurant/cafe on the beach. My silly thing to go there too early, so I sat for a while, while the staff were setting it up. When there was more people coming and I was still sitting awkwardly outside, a nice staff invited me to go in and told me that there was a Look Good section, where people can get a make-over or make up advice, a Feel Good section where people can get a hand massage and getting introduced by the new packaging of Body Butters and the Beautifying Oils and a Do Good section, where you can sign the petition against animal testing. There was also an international make up artist Chase Aston, to give a demonstration of the Lily Cole's new make up collection and give make-up advice. During the afternoon, people were served with food and drinks and invited guests can enjoy the information, advice and the experiences.
The nice staff that invited me in was actually the CEO of the The Body Shop Benelux, if I'm not wrong. I felt really honoured to meet her! All the staff were so nice and I felt really comfortable despite I didn't know anyone. They were also very kind to give me some full size products to test it out, which was really cool! I love the bag that they gave it to everyone to put their stuff in. I've seen products from their skincare lines to body butters to beautifying oils to the new Lily Cole's Cruelty-free make-up line. I also met one Dutch blogger which was Roos from Influence. She is a Dutch blogger for almost 2 years now. She told me that there was actually a few big Dutch bloggers on the event. But I actually don't know any of them, because I mainly follow American or British bloggers. Now I feel like I want to know more about the Dutch bloggers!
My outfit of the day: white blouse H&M, mustard vests with holes Forever 21, necklace New Look, belt Primark, black jeans H&M.
Goodie bag
Time for the goodie bag! Everyone got a canvas The Body Shop bag with a print of the flag of England at the entrance. The staff were so nice to give products out to guests for them to try out. Like I said, I've never been to a beauty event, I was pretty surprised when the staff gave me couple of products! The bag is pretty cute too as you can see in the picture above!
- 4 Body Butters in Moringa, Shea, Coconut and Mango. Honestly, I've never used Body Butters.. Such a nice opportunity to try them out!
- 2 Shimmer Cubes Eye shadow, composed by Chase Aston. I got a blue/edgy one and a romantic one. I told him that I don't want neutrals, because I already have neutrals at home and I thought it would be nice if I got some other cool colours to play with.
- Sweet lemon Hand Cleanse Gel
- Beautifying Oil in Moringa. Smells AMAZING!!
- Sample Vitamin E Moisture Cream
- Vega Magazine
- Press report Beauty With Heart
- €10 Gift card
- Information cards about the products
It was such a great experience and I felt really honoured to get invited by The Body Shop and meet the lovely staff and see Chase Aston to do a demonstration. The location was beautiful and I'm thankful for the goodie bag. I was totally hyped up on my way back haha!
Also I'm very proud of myself actually, because I've never really accomplished something with blogging/life. This beauty event motivates me and makes me really happy. It gives me an opportunity to realise what I really like in life and my study. I hope I can combine marketing and beauty with university and work in the future..
Anyways, I hope you've enjoyed my post. Have a great week!
xoxo Suesue
Disclaimer: I'm not paid to do any reviews or blogsposts about The Body Shop Beauty With Heart or their products.All opinions expressed on my blog are my personal judgements.


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In Khmer wedding, it has a lot of ceremonies held in chronological orders. They show the historical roots related to the Buddha's period which existed ages ago. According to a book "Khmer Wedding Rules" of Oknha Nov, it puts that in ancient Khmer wedding laws, people perform a song describing God Vesandor Borom Pothisat arranging the marriage between his children – Chealy and Kroesna. And some other songs are about the marriage arrangement of God Ream and Seda. Oknha Nov wrote that the current wedding preparations are arranged according to the rules drawn up by King Preah Chey Chesda Thebdey.
According to the king's book, it puts that all ceremonies in Khmer wedding are related to mythical stories such as a story "Som Sla Kanseng". It is told that there were two men who went to feed their buffalos in the field would like to make friends with each other and wanted to be relative by marriage with each other because one had a son and the other had a daughter. In order to prove their words, they ask for betel nuts packed in krama from each other to show their promise that their children would marry to each other.
Another story is "the three betel flowers". It describes that there were four men who had different skills – swimming, shooting, fortune telling, and magic. After completing their study, they returned home. Along the way back near a stream, the fortune teller said that day they were going to meet a girl and become their wife. Then a big bird swooped down on a girl, Khemry, who was having a bath. Right away the shooting man took his bow and shot the bird down back to the stream.
The swimmer then swam to bring her to the ground but she was just dead. After that the magic man helped her be alive again. All four men felt in love with the lad, so they were judged by the Buddha that she would become a wife of someone who swam to help her because he was able to touch her body first. And the fortune teller, magic man, and shooting man would become the father, mother, and brother respectively. Since then in all weddings, the bride and the groom must have three betel flowers in order to show gratitude towards their parents and brothers/sisters.
Setting-the-date ceremony and the groom holding the scarf are told that Prince Thaong was married to Princess Tevtey, a daughter of the sea dragon king. After setting the date already, Tevtey had to bring him to her father at dragon world, so the sea dragon's daughter asked the prince to hold her scarf in order to dive into the dragon world. In the meanwhile, the dragon king commanded his man to kill the prince at the gate in order to test the prince's ability. But the daughter had known this; hence, she disguised herself as the prince by changing her skirt and it was put on the prince instead so that the killer was not able to kill the prince. That is why in the current Khmer wedding it was seen that there is clothes change between the groom and the bride, and the groom holding the bride's scarf in to the room, accompanied by "Phat Cheay and Neang Neak" songs, etc.
The ceremony called "Chey Haong Sousdey Haong Men Haong" in wedding ceremony performed until now is followed by an ancient story recorded in "the rules of wedding" book. It describes that Once upon a time there were two brothers – Chey and Sousdey. At that time, there was no king to continue after the previous king had died in Cambodia, so the officials in the palace relied on the holy elephant and horse to find a man to be their king. Then the animals approached the brothers' house. Consequently, they knew that one of the brothers was the suitable man to be crowned. Chey became the king and Sousdey became his assistant at the same time. When crowned, the people whooped to bless the king. They said "Chey Haong Sousdey Haong Men Haong" simultaneously. The blessing is adapted to use in the wedding until now.
"Bongvil Popil" ceremony in the Khmer wedding is also written in "collective Khmer legends" book, volume 9. According to the legend, it is told that once upon a time, there was a man named Chey Sorya who had completed the magic training already from Eyso God, so he asked the God for a sacred relic as a blessing tool for the weddings of human being. Then the God gave the man a replica of his penis and a replica of his wife's vagina as the blessing tools to spread their reputation in the world. Eyso God took diamond sand from the universe to make a gold banyan leaf representing his wife's vagina and took a diamond rock from Himalaya Mountain to make a candle representing his penis and supposed them to be "two blessings". He then told the man to take the candle wrapped in the banyan leaf to circle three times around grooms and brides in order to inhale the smoke making them powerful. The "Popil" ceremony is believed to bring harmony and joyfulness for the new couples making them successful in all challenges. Since Khmer people firmly and sincerely believe in "Popil", it is performed not only in wedding ceremony but also in other ceremonies such as housewarming, birthday, etc.
"Holding a Sword" tradition in the wedding progress is also told that once upon a time there was a high ranking knight in Peareansey Palace, who fell in love with a daughter of the villager and deposit a piece of gold as a dowry and promised to marry in three months' time. Three years had gone, so she was married to her neighbor villager but on the wedding day, the knight appeared and took out his sword and killed the man who was the groom. Then the chief clergyman had prayed to dismiss all bad things at the place. The clergyman had analyzed on the power of the sword. That is why people use a sword in the wedding when the bride and the groom are in pair for blessing.
Tradition on Khmer Wedding Season
Wedding ceremony is very meaningful for each of individual's life who follows their tradition and the laws of the country. That is why this ceremony is carefully dealt with concerning to choosing the date which is believed to bring luck and harmony for the people's lives and starting a new families. Some families do not allow their children to marry in the rain season and some delay it for two years after the engagement ceremony because of the fortune telling.
According to Mr. Nhean Phoeun, a researcher and publisher of Khmer tradition of national and international festival committee, he said that Khmer tradition allows people to marry only in a period of six months in a year but not the other six. Wedding can be carried out only in the 30-day months. Those six months could be in early May, July, October, January, and March. But for engagement ceremony and matching the natural chemistry between son and daughter, they could be performed in any month.
He continued that for the above months, there are only 7 days of each month that are good days. According to the Khmer tradition, they should not perform on their birthday, religious day, lunar or and solar eclipse, and during Khmer new years.
Actually, the reason people do not get married in the rain season is that there are a lot of rains that make it difficult for the wedding reception, procession, and other ceremonies. It is also difficult for the guests travelling to wedding party and it is when farmers are busy with their fields.
Cambodian weddings are long and intricate affairs that consist of multiple ceremonies and songs. Below are examples of programs used at two different Khmer weddings to help explain to guests some of the customs and meanings behind the various activities and performances that take place. Although regional and personal differences in wedding rituals do exist, both these programs detail the key elements of traditional Khmer weddings.
bride and groom being blessed by devada (angels)
during the "hair cutting" or "cleansing" ceremony
Cambodian weddings traditionally consist of ceremonies and celebrations lasting three days and three nights. Three is considered to be an especially auspicious number by Cambodians because of its association with the "three jewels" of Buddhism: the Buddha, the Sangha (brotherhood of monks), and the Dhamma (the Buddha's teachings). Due to the demands of modern day life however, today, both in Cambodia and overseas, all the following wedding ceremonies are usually completed in just one day.
Cambodian weddings begin with the groom and his family traveling to the bride's home bearing gifts to the bride's family as dowry. Family members and friends are introduced, and wedding rings exchanged. Three traditional songs accompany the presentation of dowry:
Neay Pream He Kaun Kamlas (Arrival of the Groom) : A song telling the story of the groom and his family's journey to the bride's house bearing meats, fruits, pastries, drinks and desserts of every variety to be presented on the wedding day.
Chambak Rouy (Presenting the Dowry) : A dialogue between the matchmakers, parents, relatives, and friends of the bride and groom in which the groom's family and friends officially present the dowry gifts to the bride's family.
Pak Paeuk Pisa Sla (Inviting the Elders to Chew Betel Nut) : Presentation of the betel nut to the bride and groom's elders. In turn, parents of both the bride and groom ask for blessings and well-wishes for their children.
A tradition practiced by Cambodians of Chinese descent in which the bride and groom offer tea to the spirits of their ancestors.
To prepare the bride and groom for their life as a married couple, their hair is symbolically cut, representing a fresh start to their new relationship together as husband and wife. The master of ceremony performs the first symbolic hair cut and wishes the couple happiness, prosperity, and longevity. The bride and groom's parents, relatives, and friends then take turn to symbolically cut the bride and groom's hair and give them blessings and well-wishes. (In the old days, the bride and groom's hair were really cut during this ceremony, but in modern times it is only done symbolically.) Two songs accompany this ceremony:
Sarika Keiv Vong (The Beautiful Cardinal Bird) : The bride's beauty is extolled and compared to that of the beautiful cardinal bird.
Trapeang Peiy (The Village Pond) : This song describes a pond with clear water where the bride was brought to take her bath. It also symbolizes the bride and groom working together in beginning their new life as wife and husband.
In this final and most memorable stage of the wedding, family members and friends tie the bride and groom's left and right wrists with blessing strings. The praises and well-wishes of happiness, good health, success, prosperity, and long-lasting love are acknowledged and witnessed by the loud sound of the gong and joyful cheer. The ceremony concludes with a shower of palm flowers thrown over the new couple. Four songs accompany this ceremony:
Phat Cheay : A melody inviting the bride, accompanied by her bridesmaids, to the pairing ceremony. A distinguished female relative leads the bride into the room.
Kang Saeuy : A melody accompanying the offering of gifts to the ancestor spirits and asking for their blessings.
Bangvel Po Pil (Seven Rotations) : Only married couples are permitted to sit around the bride and groom as the sacred flame is rotated seven times around the new couple. The flame of the pure bee-wax candle represents anger, which the couple should avoid as it can disrupt the marriage relationship. The smoke of the flame, however, is sacred enough to protect them from all evils if they are sincerely committed to each other. Family members who receive the candle motion their hands over the flame to guide the smoke of the sacred flame over the bride and groom.
Bay Khon Chang Dai (Tying the Wrists) : While the bride and groom's wrists are tied with the blessing strings, the following song is sung: "We tie, we tie three strings to each wrist of our children. We wish for true happiness and success to this couple, who will always be together like wet grass seeds. We tie your left wrist to make you remember your parents. We tie your right wrist to make you carry on the family lineage and traditions."


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Hey there, welcome back to the Phile. Two days in a row! Just like them old days, right? Thnks again to everybody that read the Phile again. I truly have the best phans ever. You are my favorite people to check for ticks. "Game of Thrones"... everybody's favorite outlet for crushing misery and unnecessary nudity, except for mine, I have never seen it, dominates this year's Emmy announcements with 19 nominations, including Best Drama Series, Best Supporting Actor in a Drama Series (Peter Dinklage) and Best Supporting Actress in a Drama Series (Lena Headey). Sadly, the Emmy board still fails to acknowledge Best Eye-Gouging-Out Scene in a Drama Series or they could have had an even 20. Intent on maintaining its position as the state most intolerant to oppressed minorities, Utah is planning to appeal to SCOTUS after a federal appeals court decided that its ban on gay marriage was unconstitutional. This way, after the Supreme Court rules on the case, the title Utah vs. Human Decency can be immortalized in U.S. law books forever more. This just in... breaking news... Utah to appeal directly to Supreme Court for permission to continue denying gay people the rights that straight people enjoy. Are you kids basketball fans? According to the latest speculations, the much-sought-after free-agent NBA MVP LeBron James is on the verge of turning the league upside down by signing with the Cleveland Cavaliers, while also being on the verge of setting the sport ablaze by re-signing with the Miami Heat. He's also on the verge of exploding the game, upending basketball as we know it and demolishing all expectations by signing with another dozen or so teams. I can't imagine what Lebron is going through. I can't even decide what kind of sub to get for lunch today. Sorry, heterosexual men everywhere, but you know that one man you would gladly allow to impregnate you if only nature would allow it? He's impregnated somebody else. And to make matters worse, she's just a regular old human woman. Eva Mendes will have the honor of giving birth to Ryan Gosling's son in about two months. It's not fair! Eva Mendes knew she was pregnant because when she took her pregnancy test Ryan Gosling's eyes turned a more magnificent shade of blue. Some of of might or might not know that the Phile was on a five hiatus due to a technical error. In Disney speak the Phile was 101. If you wondered what I did in that time, wonder no more.
Haha. I look like Simon Cowell. What team am I playing for? Italy? I should be playing for England. As far as England goes, have you seen the British Airways ad?
It's sad but true. So, yesterday I went to the store and I wanted to get some Tums for my acid reflux, and they were out. Take a look at this.
I didn't need condoms. Crazy Target. As you might remember one of the things I like to do in my spare time is to look up certain words on Twitter. One of those words is Foghat and this is one I found recently.
Foghat and Wawa mentioned in the same Tweet! I go to Wawa all the time and I never heard them play "Slow Ride" yet. I'll freak out when I do though. Okay, it's Summer and one of the best things about Summer is the bikini, except I never go anywhere where there are bikinis. Anyway, I thought I would start to show you some interesting bikinis out there. I think I did this once before, but not sure. Anyway, here we go. While men are free to walk as shirtless as they please, being a topless woman is illegal in some American states. With that in mind, this bizarrely realistic garment, created by Robyn Graves and Michelle Lytle, has been created in order to tackle the lack of gender equality when it comes to bearing all. Although not directly associated, this bikini hits (online) shelves in the wake of the #FreeTheNipple movement.
The campaign... originally started by filmmaker Lina Esco has seen hundreds of women parade topless around New York to end gender-specific double standards. God bless this Lino Esco is what I say. And now from the home office in Port Jefferson, here is this week's...
5. Harry's trademark scar is finally gone after Botoxing the hell out of it.
4. Ron's ginger hair is thinning, but not where you'd expect.
3. Because of blatant product placement, Quidditch players must ride around on Swiffers.
2. The last remaining detainees from Gitmo have been transferred to Azkaban, where they await trial.
And the number one reveal surprise in the new Potter short story...
1. Hagrid? Dead from diabetes at age 82.
This is a hard one. If you spot the Mindphuck email me at firstname.lastname@example.com or #Philemindphuck @thepeverettphile. I think that's how Twitter works. Okay, long time readers of the Phile know that occasionally I get other people to come on and rant, and tell a story, or whatever. One of the most popular members of the Phile phamily is a New Yorker named Laird. So, here he is once again back on the Phile. He's a singer, patriot and renaissance man. You know what time it is.
Sigh... Everywhere I go, there's always an asshole... Go out to pick up Italian takeout (chicken & pasta) and as I'm driving home, some 20somethings were on the corner drinking. As I passed by, they intentionally shot a roman candle at my car. They laughed and high fived even though they missed by a few feet. They thought that was funny... wait until they see what I think is funny. I'm gonna go home, throw the pasta in the fridge, break out my old paintball gun and some "pepper spray" ammo that bounty hunters use to take down big fuckers. Then I'm going to drive past them again. Going to give them a second try at hitting me... THEN leave them coughing, with welts, tear filled eyes and snot bubbles in their noses. Do I LOOK like the guy you want to shoot fireworks at?
No you don't, Laird. I am glad you are my friend. Okay, so, the 31st book to be pleatured in the Phile's book club is...
The author, Mark Baxter will be a guest on the Phile in a few weeks.
Today's guest is an actress, comedian and lead singer for the punk performance art comedy mock-n-roll band KILL THE BAND whose latest EP "Happy Ending" is now available on iTunes. Please welcome to the Phile... Killy Mockstar Dwyer.
Me: Hello, Killy, welcome to the Phile. How are you?
Killy: Fan-freakin-tastic!
Me: Okay, before we talk about your comedy, music and new album I have to ask you about this... you were recently at a comedy club I think and someone got up on stage and said they were Andy Kaufman's daughter? Did I get my facts right?
Killy: Yes! I was a finalist in the Andy Kaufman awards and during Michael Kaufman's final speech, just before they named the winner, a young woman named Alex got on stage and claimed she was Andy's daughter.
Me: So, what actually happened and did anybody believe it?
Killy: This has been widely covered in the media, but long story short, Michael (Andy's brother) talked a lot during his speech about a letter Andy left that Michael found after his death that stated he had faked his death. In the letter, Andy said he would return to the real world at a specific restaurant on a certain date. When that day came Michael (Andy's brother) had gone to the restaurant to see what (if anything) would happen. Another note arrived for him. The note further explained that Andy had indeed faked his death to move on with a normal life, with a wife and children... to save himself from the stressful lifestyle he felt contributed to his cancer. After Andy and Michael's father had passed this previous summer, Michael had received a call from a woman claiming to be Andy's daughter and when he asked if she was there in the audience at the awards, Alex approached the stage and they talked openly in front of everyone about Andy and his life… and that he was alive. In the moment, though everyone knows Andy's "ways", we were all transfixed, bewildered, amazed and for maybe a brief time, we believed. Skepticism soon set in and of course, the media ripped the whole thing apart. In this day and age, magic doesn't get to live to long before it's illusions are revealed. Like Laurie Anderson said: "I have never been one that hoped that Elvis is still hanging around somewhere, hiding, but I will probably always expect to see Andy reappear, someday. "
Me: This woman should get the Andy Kaufman award for coming up with the best story. What went through your mind when all this went down, Killy?
Killy: I really wanted Andy to be alive. Who doesn't? Especially the people there at the awards. Family, friends contestants who idolized Andy. I was very excited and freaked out a bit, to be honest. Obviously he is one of my favorite influences and there was a stretch of time in that moment that I thought he might actually be there himself. I loved every second of it. In that window of time, it felt real. We were all a captive audience with no media or nay sayers hurling accusations. It felt organic and natural, even if it wasn't real.. .it was in the style honor of Kaufman. It was electric!
Me: There's a rumor that Andy is still alive. Do you think he is?
Killy: I say with all the technology out there someone would of found him. I think I covered that above. I think he is alive. In the flesh? No. In the hearts and minds of performers and audiences who remember him and carry on his crazy, yes.
Me: It was this story that led me to your Facebook page, as you commented on it, which led me to your website, and music and now this interview. Pretty crazy, right?
Killy: The whole thing, from my perspective, seems…like one long performance art practical joke on me… much less everyone else that was there that night or effected in the aftermath. I still feel like I'm in it. Answering these questions. Part of me thinks… I don't know this person, Jason… is it Andy emailing me wanting an ego boost and some entertainment? Of course, it's not, but it still feels surreal… like the joke will continue forever. NOW THAT is an amazing feat and fantastic performance. One that effects the world long after your death. Makes them seem like they are right there, still fooling ya.
Me: You were a semi-finalist in the Andy Kaufman Awards like you said. Did you win anything?
Killy: I've entered before, but this was the first year I was was chosen for the semi-finals and made into the finals. I didn't win, but I plan to enter again next year and I hope I can wow the judges. After this year, who knows? I feel very close to Andy's family and they are a kind, generous, supportive bunch of people that care about alternative comedy and artists. I feel like I already won.
Me: Killy, where are you originally from and where do you live now?
Killy: I was born in San Francisco. Grew up in Ohio and came to NYC 18 years ago. I've lived all over the city, but currently reside in BedStuy Brooklyn with my husband Craig, and my dog, Monkey.
Me: Alright, let's talk about your career, Killy. You are a comedian, actress and musician. So, out of all three, what would you say is the most fun that you do?
Killy: Let's do dooo! Hmmmmm… of course, that is an excellent but difficult question. I'd have to say, because my act involves all three arts at the same time, I don't really have to pick! I'm a comedic performance artist and musician! I guess that's why I have to use all the entertainment options in my job title. Can't. Choose. They work well together… and I'd like to think I've banged out something unique in the menage a trois of arts!
Me: Which came first?
Killy: The rubber chicken! Nawww. Acting came first and really? I just "act" like I can do the rest!
Me: As a musician you play different instruments, am I right? What is your favorite instrument to play?
Killy: My favorite instrument to play is the VoiceLive Touch. It is a new fangled technology based instrument... a vocal harmony, looper and effects pedal.
Me: What instruments do you play? Do you play kazoo?
Killy: I play many instruments poorly. I am self taught and that is what keeps my style unique. I stay away from formal training... aside from the Opera training I received in college. I vary in degrees of proficiency on guitar, piano. I also delve into using toy instruments in my act such as (your favorite) kazoo, tambourine, toy sax, toy xylophone and I experiment with many musical apps on my iPad mini.
Me: You are also a songwriter... so am I. Check out my musical project Strawberry Blondes Forever and let me know what you think. I like to write tongue-in-cheek songs, Killy, what kinda songs do you like to write the best?
Killy: I will absolutely check out SBF! My favorite songs to write are what I call M. Night Shyamalan songs. Songs that have an unexpected twist. They draw you in, make you believe and then turn on you when you least expect it. I write in every genre including, but not limited to, reggae, punk rock, country, metal, classical and experimental. I started writing mostly dark comedy music, but I vary now and have branched out to some even darker, stranger places.
Me: I love the song "See Something, Say Something". You know, I work at Disney and they have the same motto for security. What was the inspiration behind that song? I'm guessing 9/11. That video looked like it was fun to make.
Killy: "See Something, Say Something" is a classic, a favorite, a hit and a freaking earwig! Yes! My inspiration came in the years after 9/11. All the fear and suspicion the government has used to control us. It seemed to only make things worse. Paranoia is a funny thing. Not funny ha ha, but funny kitten bombs. The video was a blast and was a gorilla shoot we did all in one day. I have the best fans in the world and they ones who could call out of work that day did, and it was a beautiful, weird, fun shoot. A few tourists even joined in the fun! Ironic, huh?
Me: Where were you during 9/11?
Killy: I was living in Harlem with my best friend who has since passed away. He shook me awake and said to come check out the "accident" on TV. Then, only moments later when the second plane crashed into the WTC, we realized it was not an accident. The weeks and months after was a dark time here in the city, but the arts has always helped to heal the wounds of NYC so I am always glad that I am a part of that.
Me: With acting you have done a few commercials such as for Wendy's and View Scotch Tape. Are commercials fun to do, Killy? Have you done any recent ones?
Killy: Commercials are work. They aren't NOT fun… but, there is no artistic merit to a commercial... or very rarely, anyway. I don't feel connected to commercial work as an artist, but I do them well and I am grateful for the work. I was a machine there for awhile booking 8 National commercials over a reasonably short amount of time. The industry was easier then and I was perfect for the kookie young mom, or goofy store clerk. There is a lot less work in commercials these days and I recently parted with my commercial agent. I do hope to hook up with the right people and get back into the game, but as of right now, I am a free agent.
Me: You have also acted in some TV shows, am I right? What shows have you been in? I take it they were all comedic roles. Is comedy easier to do than drama?
Killy: I have done both comedic and dramatic roles. I find them both exciting, challenging and rewarding. It really depends on the material, the people you work with, the director and a whole slew of other criteria to decipher whether a role is moderately easy or hard. I was recently nominated for best supporting actress (Hoboken Film Festival) in a dark feature film called The Crab. It was great to spread my wings after doing mostly comedic roles and I found it both intense and thrilling. To be concise, most of my roles are comedic in nature now, but I feel fully capable and ready, willing and able to take dramatic parts.
Me: I was watching a bunch of your videos and the Shart Week one was one of my favorites. Here's a screen shot from it.
Me: How did you come up with that idea, Killy?
Killy: I do a lot of videos in my bath tub. I like it there. Comfortable. Clean. Happy place. It was Shark Week and I really just yelled to my husband from the tub that we should parody it with Shart Week. He got the camera. We improvised. and 2 hours later it was edited and on YouTube. Those are the best videos. The ones that are easy, short and to the point.
Me: Are you always thinking of bits and skits to do?
Killy: Always. I have 1000's of ideas and terrible editing skills. I write everything down, though poorly organized, it's all there. I'll get to it eventually! Being bi-polar my manic mind is both a blessing and a curse.
Me: Okay, after discovering you I first heard you sing with your band KILL THE BAND. That should be in capital letters, right?
Killy: RIGHT!
Me: How long has that band been together, Killy?
Killy: KILL THE BAND was together 5 years.
Me: And where did that name come from? I'm guessing a part of it is from your name... Killy.
Killy: The name came partly from my name and partly from constantly wanting to kill one or more of the band members. Plotting. Never acting, of course. Mostly do to scheduling challenges, and too much boy noise.
Me: Who is in KILL THE BAND with you?
Killy: Mike Milazzo: guitar, Joe Yoga: bass, Blair Frowner: Sax, Nicholas Fox: Human Drum Machine/mouth percussion.
Me: So, what is a typical KILL THE BAND show like?
Killy: Punk-rock has a three way with rap and comedy while musical theater jerks off in the corner? Outrageous. Intense. Mesmerizing. Like being being part of a beautiful accident on a roller coaster to ha ha land. It's hard to put into words a feeling. Electric and connected... everyone took the same hit of acid. Never the same show twice.
Me: Okay, let's talk about your new EP "Happy Ending". Where did that title come from? KILL THE BAND is not breaking, right?
Killy: "Happy Ending" was our 3rd and final album. It was closure for a fantastic 5 year musical experiment. KILL THE BAND the "performance art piece" lives on, but the band as it was is DEAD.
Me: The EP has a punkish song, a rock song and even a Christmas song. Is there one genre you like singing or writing the best?
Killy: I like to jump from genre to genre. I have musical ADD and I never want to bore the audience or myself with the expected. Always keep them guessing about what's going to happen next.
Me: I enjoy the videos you make and you came out with a video for "Anal For Christmas". Will you be doing anymore videos for any of these five songs?
Killy: I will be making videos for all 5 songs and all 13 songs off of "Mock Bottom". Video is the next part of the KILL THE BAND project, both with a documentary about our experience and a visual art piece or video for every song we have recorded. It's an exciting phase and one that I am working closely with my husband, Craig on. He is a phenomenal film maker and we are excited to take the KTB music to the next level.
Me: Did you do all the songwriting, Killy?
Killy: I write all the songs, but of course each band member contributes their part on whatever instrument they are playing. I write. We arrange.
Me: I have to ask you about the song "God Wants You To Cum". I know there has to be a story behind this song, am I right?
Killy: The song was inspired by my friend Angelica and a One Woman Show she did years ago that dealt with her past of molestation by her preacher grandfather, her present as a spiritual orgasner and her journey to find her clitoris. It's a tutorial, really. I think people underestimate and misunderstand the female orgasm and clitoris. Kegel to the beat, yo!
Me: Okay, let's talk about Funny Not Slutty. What is that exactly?
Killy: Funny Not Slutty is a website I occasionally contribute content to. I would say it's a part-time job. I am a fan of the site and of it's fearless leader Jacki Sklar. It empowers funny women and gives them a fun forum to do their thing in. I'm a fan and featured artist.
Me: And I have to mention Alter Ego - Vaudeville Surreal. That's an improve group you host, am I right?
Killy: Alter Ego was a neo-vaudeville variety show I ran for 5 years. It was a monthly show that featured hundreds of unique artists over the years. I am very proud of AE. It was my baby and it gave a lot of alternative artists a place to feel supported, respected and celebrated. KILL THE BAND was the house band. It was a fantastic run.
Me: What does your family or parents think about your talent and everything? They should be all proud as you do have a lot of talent.
Killy: My parents are conservative and from Ohio, but they are supportive. They don't especially understand or appreciate some of my dirtier content, but they give me the freedom to live my life. They know I am special and loved by the artists in NYC and they are incredibly happy I am married and no longer THEIR problem.
Me: Did you always want to be some kind of performer growing up?
Killy: Always. Always. Always. I wake up and the show starts.
Me: Killy, it's a pleasure to have you here on the Phile. Was this one of the best interviews you have ever done?
Killy: It was thorough and it's a pleasure to have you interested in what I do. I enjoyed answering these questions because it really makes me think about why I do what I do, and why I am who I am. Thank you very much for the time and the interest. I will absolutely spread the word about you!
Me: Thanks! All the best, continued success and please come back.
There, that about does it for another entry of the Phile. Thanks to my guests Laird Jim and Killy Mockstar Dwyer. The Phile will be back next Thursday with Ian Margolycz from the band Velvet Ants and on Friday jazz musician John Funkhouser. What a cool name. Spread the word, not the turd. Don't let snakes and alligators bite you. Bye, love you, bye.
Not if it pleases me. No, you can't stop me, not if it pleases me. - Graham Parker.


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Han – The Little Merman
The medieval town of Elsinore, in Denmark has recently found it has a new addition to its waterfront. As you will see, it was designed to complement Edvard Eriksen's statue of the Little Mermaid which commemorates the character created by Hans Christian Anderson in Copenhagen (left).
London and Berlin based artists Elmgreen and Dragset have installed Han, the Little Merman (my subtitle), a thoroughly modern and controversially male interpretation of the Danish national icon and occasional Disney wannabee.
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I am a mom of two kids, and most of my friends are also moms, that means I come across the word "No" more than any other word. I have been saying "No" – when my kids want to get drenched in the rain, when they want to have more than one ice cream, when they want to touch the plants along the sides of the roads, when they want to have street food and so on. The list is endless.
As a positive thinker, with respect to my attitude in life, I wondered how come this "NO" entered me? I was wondering of ways on how to discipline kids,
Then…I came across this video…
In the sphere of traditional parenting, kids and parents are often pitted against each other. One side looks to raise the other side by imposing their ideas of discipline and responsibility while the other, the kids' side is all about fun and frivolity. I think these days, with the internet, we also have a lot more information on our side, so we don't need to be as cautious or over-protective. While I have read several parenting books on the mother-child relationship, I have come to believe that there are no hard and fast rules when it comes to being a parent. It's all about evolving as a parent and in some cases, joining a parenting revolution! So, I decided to take up the #YesChallenge!
#YesMom Challenge
I can tell you there was definitely a drastic change in my life. In just a short time, I would say that there has been a tremendous growth in the connection between my kids and me.
It was lovely when I started playing with kids, hearing their stories, and together we had so much of fun, spent days in laughter – I felt myself happy, fresh, and the child within me was alive and joyful. After I joined them in the rain, dancing along with them, they have started to help me in the kitchen! I feel refreshed, my energy levels are up and my house work is done in minutes because of my little helpers! I can happily say I have much less stress.
From the kid's point of view, they are now more open, they keep telling us what is happening in their lives and also, they approach me like a friend. Let me tell you about a recent situation.
#YesMom Challenge
My son has always wanted a pet- it changes from week to week, sometimes day to day! Just thinking the entire mess, not to mention the care that comes with another being in the house, I have always answered with a resounding no. Now, with my new #YesMom attitude, my son broached the topic again and was completely shocked when I came back with a big Yes!
But don't worry, it was not an unconditional yes, I explained how he would need to be old enough to take care of the pet himself, how it would need to be a small pet-like a hamster or rabbit that would be comfortable in our apartment. And for the first time in our conversations about a pet, he listened, understood and even agreed! No crying, no tantrums! I was quite impressed with the brand that took this initiative of starting the #YesMom movement, ActivKids Immuno Boosters by Cipla. It definitely has touched a chord in my life. Plus the brand promises to build immunity in kids by providing uptp 100% RDA of key immunity nutrients through a yummy choco-bite format. I have seen my kid is definitely more active and cheerful after using this product. I will continue using it to see more benefits
#YesMom Challenge
I have already told all my mommy friends about about #YesMom concept and I strongly believe that every mom out there needs to give it a shot! As a mom, you won't believe how much closer you will be with your kids. The #YesChallenge has completely changed my views on parenting- it is no longer something I have to do, its not a chore, instead now it's a collaboration with the people I love the most in my world- my kids! I recommend this to all the moms out there! Now let's all join our hands, you can be a #YesMom too! With a promise of no more "NO's" we can build a strong future and make our kids positive, happy, responsible individuals. Do you think after reading my story you can be a #YesMom too? Take up the #YesChallenge and share your story. It will inspire thousands of other mothers to adopt this new age parenting technique. Plus you might also get a chance to meet Mandira Bedi on the #YesMom day.
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Powerful Life Plan: A book review {Giveaway}
There is no question in my mind that many, many moms feel like their lives sometimes get away from them. With all the dishes, chores and child-rearing going on, it is easy to reminisce over the dreams you had before motherhood of the life you would be living.
I personally find myself spending some days wondering when I got so busy doing the same things every day! And then I feel like I'm not really accomplishing much because I'm not doing what I thought I would be doing by this stage in my life. Now don't read this the wrong way, I believe motherhood is a job in of itself, and doing all those daily things is part of the process and should be seen as an accomplishment. What I'm talking about here, are the other dreams we had before motherhood, that we shelf as we learn the job of being mom.
What if there were three simple steps to follow in order to be the mom you want, living the life you dream of? Would you give it a shot?
Well that is exactly my opinion on why I even agreed to pick up Connie Sokol's book Create a Powerful Life Plan! I just wanted to see if this method would provide a way for me to organize my life in a way that allowed me to be the mom I dream of being while taking the necessary steps to build the life I dream of.
And to be honest, this book does just that. There are just a few simple steps that Connie goes over that will force you evaluate your life, your dreams and desires and then she helps you put together a plan to step your way to the life you want. Now we you read simple, don't read quick and magical. These steps will take some time and you will have to work them. But it is manageable.
The key?
Well as Connie says right in the introduction: "you must be ripe" meaning you must really really want this in order to follow through.
"Discipline helps you stay focused, and this focus then enables you not only to be more productive, but also to bring forth previously untapped ideas and understanding."So if you are ready to be disciplined and are ripe for serious change, I say go for it!
Personal likes:What I personally liked about this book was how many resources Connie includes - guidelines for journalling and online resources - to help you really work your way through the steps. She doesn't give you a deadline for achieving your dream life either. She makes it very clear that it is better to set up a weekly goal, and then slowly work your way through each process.
Personal dislikes:
There were a couple of little things that kept me from loving every part of this book. One the editing felt rushed, as there were many grammar issues and general ease of reading issues (if you've been following me, you know this is a personal pet peeve). And then the final chapter just didn't sit well with me. Connie Sokol shamelessly plugs her 8-week online program that you have pay more for - the main issue is that she spent a whole chapter on this, not just a few sentences. It made me feel dumb. When I enjoy a product from someone, I tend to find more resources by that person on my own. I probably would have spent some time researching, possibly trying this program, until she spent a whole chapter trying to sell me on it!
Reading List Rating:
I couldn't give this book a higher rating simply because of that last chapter, which is a shame, because before that I really enjoyed Connie's cheerleading and chatty voice and could see myself working through these steps when I am truly "ripe". So maybe if you just didn't read that last chapter you'd love every single part!
Create a Powerful Life Plan! Ready to jumpstart your life, but not sure how? Years ago I was fat, unfulfilled, and unfocused. Then I got serious about making changes, writing an achievable life vision and goals. Starting with weight, I lost twenty-five pounds and gained great energy. This motivated me to organize my home and time, rediscover the joy in parenting, and speak professionally part-time to share with others what I had learned. That was my ideal life change, what's yours? Create a Powerful Life Plan: 3 Simple Steps to Your Ideal Life! will help you achieve life changes in three stress-free steps. You'll learn how to create a clear vision of your ideal life. Then, how to set and achieve simple, enjoyable goals to make that vision a reality. And finally, what to do when you become stuck, fearful, or frustrated. You'll also read the real-life experiences of five women who put their Life Plan into action. And receive online support through podcasts, video segments, blog posts and more at www.conniesokol.com. Now is the best time to become the person you want to be, and live the life you yearn to live. No gimmicks, no hoopla, just solid, time-tested principles and practices that will help you achieve your dreams and goals, and enjoy the process. So, are you ready to create your powerful Life Plan?
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The 7,500 square foot skate park is designed to provide the youth in our community with a safe and exciting place to skate and build healthy friendships. Skateboarders, in-line skaters, and bikers are welcome.
Skate Park Hours: Dawn to 10:00 pm
This outer-space themed indoor play area serves caregivers with children ages 1 to 12 with a clean and spacious place for kids to explore. It's 2,000 square feet of fun!
Pricing: Only $1 per hour per child (max of $3 per hour per family); free on Fridays for Family Fun Night
We've stocked our pond with blue gill, bass, and other native Indiana fish for catch and release fishing. There are several picnic areas around the banks of the pond; and a paved path provides an area to bike, roller blade, or take a walk with a friend.
4.25 laps around the pond = 1 mile
Spread across the campus of Faith East, Fly By Faith offers a course designed for either 9 or 18 hole play. Discs are available for check out with an ID at the Faith East Community Center front desk ($5 replacement fee for any lost discs).
Our East and Northend Community Center doors are open every Friday for families to enjoy games, pick-up sports & play time in the indoor playgrounds (both East & Northend) and free swimming (Northend only).


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My Lords, I want to make some similar points to those just made by the noble Lord, Lord Inglewood, and in doing so I should like to declare an interest. I work for Facebook, which is a website operator. The points around definition have been made effectively in the scope of the amendments and in the comments of my noble friend Lord Lucas. They exemplify how hard it is to define anything in...
The right way is to keep Clause 5 as it is currently drafted. The Government have done a good job in drafting the scope of this defence as an additional measure to those currently available under the e-commerce directive. It makes sense to have this additional defence. My concern is that Amendment 11 would be an additional burden and further restrict the defence only to websites that have the...
My Lords, in speaking to Amendment 11, I declare an interest in that my day job is working for Facebook-a company that operates a website. I think that there are some challenges around this proposal. In Grand Committee, in response to amendments proposed by the noble Baroness and her colleagues, we discussed the variety of web services and websites that exist today, and that is where I think...
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The Sheridan Ice Figure Skaters sharpen their skills at practice Thursday before their competition in Rapid City, South Dakota this weekend.
Photos by Ron Richter
After sitting lifeless on the ground for many months, the Golden Arches have been placed high in the air once again at the North Main McDonald's in Sheridan.
Photos by Sarah Richter
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Friday, February 25, 2011
Hog Island Oyster Company (Napa) : Just As Tasty In Napa!Posted by Kat at 10:31 PM
I can't deny the chance to try out Hog Island Oyster Co. in Napa! As many of you know, I love the one in the Ferry Building in SF. The best part is that there isn't a long wait, so definitely a plus. If only we were up there for Happy Hour. That day we got one of my favorite shots with the help of Ms. Lin to capture the essence of the crab and where we are dining.
We couldn't turn down the great deal on Fresh Bolinas Dungeness Crab Roasted with Garlic and Chili, a whole one for only $20! Slowly we took apart the crab piece by piece and savored the delicious flavor infused in. The crab was finger lickin' good! I almost wished we each had our own, but the amount of peeling we had to do really made me think otherwise. FYI, I offered extra money if they would peel the crab for me... sadly they do not provide such services =P Can't blame a girl for trying. C'est la vie. If you really want to eat it, then you will have to go through the trouble! Believe me, the flavor was definitely worth it. I was quite nicely surprised at how flavorful and succulent it was. One sad thing about the crab is they clean the body thoroughly, which means if you love the reproductive area and brains then you are out of luck here.
Let's not forget the complimentary bread that you nosh on while everything is being prepared! While we were waiting for everything to be cooked, I munched on the crisp yet nicely chewy bread that reminded me of the Acme Bread Co. I pondered about where they get their bread from and if Acme Bread Co. actually ships their product to Napa for others to enjoy. They actually use the bread from a local bakery, Model Bakery. Thumbs up to their tasty bread! It earned them a visit and review.
The special sandwich they had was an Oyster Po' Boy with Beer-Battered Sweetwaters on an ABC Potato Bun with Bacon Remoulade Slaw. Big succulent oysters fried that are nicely battered and fried to perfection. I enjoyed the savory combination of flavorful oysters topped off with a tangy slaw and calmed by a potato bun. The most difficult part was trying to fit that honker in my mouth. A refreshing change to the same old routine that we have for Hog Island Oyster Co.
Of course no meal would be complete without our favorite item on their menu, the Grilled Cheese Sandwich. There was a time long long long ago where I seriously questioned Ms. Lin on how a grilled cheese sandwich would be worth $12!?!?! Well I have been a believer ever since my first bite! It's the perfect mixture of Cowgirl Creamery's Cave-Aged Gruyere, Mezzo Secco, and Fromage Blanc nicely pressed on a panini grill. The best is when the cheese oozes out and becomes a delectable cheese crisp to give the whole sandwich a spectacular bite! **drool drool**
Needless to say, I am still a huge fan of Hog Island Oyster Co. and they proved their worth to me once again. I left them with a big smile on my face, a great memory, and a wonderful picture!
Hog Island Oyster Co.
610 1st St
Napa, CA 94559
(707) 251-8113
Labels: American, Napa, Oxbow Public Market, Sandwiches, Seafood
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