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Yesterday I celebrated my birthday. Growing up, I don't remember especially looking forward to birthdays. After college I lived with my brother and sister in law for a bit and she loves her… Continue reading
Yesterday I celebrated my birthday. Growing up, I don't remember especially looking forward to birthdays. After college I lived with my brother and sister in law for a bit and she loves her… Continue reading
For years I've thought it would be awesome to be a person who bakes bread. But I've been so intimidated that I haven't even tried. I mean, what flour to use? How long… Continue reading
Hey there! Happy Monday! It's a wet one here in Silver Spring. I started the day with a 6:30 am spin class. I was much more excited about that early morning time before… Continue reading
My whole race year is pretty up in the air but there are several I would REALLY like to do. I'm not currently registered for any race which is pretty weird for me.… Continue reading
At the end of 2013 I shared some goals for 2014. So, how did I do? Primary Goals: I did not complete the Shamrock Marathon. I did the Shamrock Half Marathon and really… Continue reading
I have worked out exactly one time this week. It's Saturday. Coming off several weeks of 10+ hours a week, I simultaneously feel awesome and terrible. A couple weeks ago I was talking to… Continue reading
The last week has been intense! Three days this week I taught two indoor cycling classes — today it was two in a row! I'll get a bit of a break from spinning… Continue reading
I eat a lot of salad. This is a new addition to my culinary life in the last year or two. I just never knew the wonders of a salad before. It's so… Continue reading
I tell myself this all the time. I'm pretty good about it and will alter workouts and/or do something different if I need to. But I'm also really bad at taking rest days.… Continue reading
My goal at the beginning of every race is to finish it. That's all. And I have been successful in achieving this goal! However, I'm starting to consider setting time goals for half… Continue reading
I just woke up from a nap. Yep. I fell asleep for a nap before noon today. It's been awhile since that happened. Probably since last winter. Winter Saturdays, to me, mean big… Continue reading
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This morning included a cool 8 mile run. A couple friends are doing a half marathon next weekend so a group of us joined them for their last Saturday run pre-race. Last weekend we… Continue reading
Oh what a weekend. Saturday started the way all Saturdays should: a run with friends. Not too long, but past the Lincoln Memorial and a good return post-marathon. It was also surprisingly chilly!… Continue reading
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I successfully made it to the kitchen for some coffee this morning so time for a Marine Corps Marathon recap! First, the week leading up. I was not feeling this marathon. I had… Continue reading
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Gathering around the table symbolizes friendship, sharing and thanksgiving for many cultures around the world. Nonetheless, when your turn comes to host dinner, practical worries can overwhelm the anticipated pleasure of breaking bread with friends and family. Learn to plan a dazzling, low-stress menu so you can enjoy your company and the compliments after the meal.
Know Your Guests
Nothing's more disheartening than planning a meal, only to discover that your sister is avoiding gluten and won't try your home-baked bread, your niece has gone vegetarian and turns up her nose at the roast, and your little nephew won't touch orange foods, including your pumpkin soup and carrots. Determine any allergies, special diets or dietary restrictions before you begin your menu.
If your guest list includes kids, provide lots of tasty, unsophisticated foods; you can always jazz them up for the grownups after setting aside a portion for the kids. Keep emergency kid-friendly foods on hand for the extremely picky eater, like hot dogs, chicken strips and dried fruit snacks.
Remember that your guests aren't coming for the food but to enjoy your company. Sequestering yourself in the kitchen while you prepare an elaborate meal will leave your guests without their hostess and detract from your enjoyment of the visit. Whenever possible, choose meals that you can prepare mostly or entirely ahead of time. For example, cut salad vegetables the evening or afternoon before and store them in airtight containers in the fridge. Prepare soups ahead of time and keep them on low on the stove or in a slow-cooker until you're ready to serve them. If you're serving fresh veggies as a side, cut them up ahead of time so that they're ready for a quick sauté.
Save on Prep Steps
Reduce the number of steps needed to prepare a meal by picking up prepared foods from your favorite restaurant, bakery or supermarket. Crudités trays, artisan breads, and even prepared salads and soups offer restaurant quality with less mess and fuss than trying to make these items from scratch. Shop for an assortment of bottled salad dressings so guests can choose flavors they like. Plan your meal to include these items, particularly if you're running short on time.
Keep It Simple
Choose menu items that require minimal fuss while cooking. A roast that you can put in the slow -ooker and forget about for a few hours will let you enjoy your company and have a meal ready when your guests are ready. If you prepare a casserole ahead of time, you need only pop it in the oven before returning to your guests or enjoying the soup and salad course. Avoid foods with narrow time requirements. Losing track of time and overcooking an item or pressing a main course on guests only halfway through their salads add unnecessary stress to the dinner for all involved.
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During last night Sony along with a large group of journalists and bloggers for presenting what will be his for the next generation console. Sony introduced the PlayStation 4 and discussed his options, features and more. But what Sony did was show how the console is physically, all he has shown is over. This has upset many people, there are people who believe that Sony teased them, but really, what is important to know the physical aspect of the hardware? o what is really important is to know what you can do? I think what really matters is what you will be able to do, but everyone has their opinion, we're not going to appreciate that.
Sony will offer an application to use an iPad or iPhone as a second screen of the PlayStation 4
At the launch, Sony has announced that users of devices such as iPad, iPhone, iPod touch or other Android terminals may use them to get more out of the console. Specifically Sony will launch an application in order to use these devices as a second screen while we are playing with the PlayStation 4.
No doubt this is a very interesting option. This will allow, for example, we can see the maps in adventure games, chat with other players in real time or buy games directly from our devices. The list of possibilities is enormous and will depend on the options that Sony wants to give us will be able to do pretty things.
Microsoft already offers something similar for your Xbox 360 right now. Your application is called SmartGlass and allows options like remote control of the console, see related content, write messages and, in general, almost anything that is done from the console. Hopefully Sony will match and create a good application for users of iPad, iPhone or iPod touch can get more out of the PlayStation 4, a console that possibly will become a huge hit in the time it reaches the market.
Apple still does not fit directly in the market for video game consoles, but thanks to the App Store and its iOS devices is increasingly present in this business. Business moving billions of dollars each year.
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Vog study: Good and bad news
A study of vog and wind patterns shows communities most impacted by the volcanic emissions can predict when the air is likely to be cleaner, a researcher told a County Council committee Monday.
A study of vog and wind patterns shows communities most impacted by the volcanic emissions can predict when the air is likely to be cleaner, a researcher told a County Council committee Monday.
Pahala residents can expect relatively clean air from about 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., as long as normal trade wind conditions prevail, University of Nevada at Reno Professor Bernadette Longo said.
In Ocean View, the air is generally clean from 6 a.m. to 9 a.m., again as long as the trade winds are blowing, she told the council's Human Services, Social Services and Public Safety Commission during a meeting at the West Hawaii Civic Center.
She and other researchers learned about the times with clear air by working with the data the state collected with air monitors.
"There is a pattern," she said. "That's really good for the community."
Knowing the times when air is generally going to be clear allows schools to plan outdoor activities, including physical education class and sports practices, and helps residents plan when they can go outside to walk or work in their yards or gardens, Longo said.
Significantly more days this year than last year have had poor air quality, Longo said. "Last year, 66 percent of the days the air was of poor air quality," she said. "Just this year, there have been only eight clear-air days."
Children, because they tend to be more active and because they breathe through their mouths more than through their noses, tend to get a larger "dose" of vog than adults.
"About 87 percent of sulfur dioxide gas can be filtered out through the nose and never reach the lungs," she said.
Different housing construction types can help prevent too much exposure to sulfur dioxide and particulates, she said.
A modern house construction can have just 15 percent to 23 percent vog penetration inside, even with open windows, compared with a single-wall,
plantation-style home, which can have 56 percent to 69 percent vog penetration.
Longo completed dissertation work on Hawaii Island several years ago, going door-to-door to talk with residents about the effect vog has on their health and their lives.
She has funding for another door-to-door survey, she said.
She said government officials need to coordinate in offering information on how to prevent overexposure to vog, particularly through education and by offering an updated emergency response plan and improving shelters to provide places for people to stay when air pollutant levels increase.
People also need to be better educated on what symptoms children show when they are suffering from too much vog exposure. Longo said children and adults have different symptoms.
Longo urged the council to continue supporting vog research and research into vog mitigation efforts.
Kohala Councilman Pete Hoffmann asked Longo what the county or state should do to educate tourists about vog, something she did not touch on during her presentation.
Longo suggested the state offer a pamphlet explaining what vog is and encouraging people with asthma, for example, to keep their inhalers on hand when traveling around Hawaii Island.
That's a good idea, Hoffmann said, but "I'm also very sensitive about not putting out bad publicity.
"I'm very much concerned that we need to do something."


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Samsung Galaxy S9 International Giveaway – SurveyWikis Sweepstakes
Samsung Galaxy S9 International Giveaway – SurveyWikis Sweepstakes!
Galaxy s9 is now the hot phone of Samsung. It's comparable to the current Apple iPhone. In terms of price, the Samsung Galaxy S9 is far more advantageous than the Apple iPhone X. Therefore, it is no wonder Apple is giving out incentives for iFans, especially the chance to own iPhone X at an unbelievable price!
If Apple could risk losing with iPhone sweepstakes , in order to attract more consumers, then Samsung also played no less when it opened sweepstakes to compete with Apple iPhone. Samsung Galaxy S9 Giveaway is a great program for users to own the new Samsung smartphone at a discount price. However, to own it, you need a little luck because of the limited number Galaxy S9 and the number of participants is so much.
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I love to cross things off a list, so getting to Petra this week was a huge achievement for my year and my bucket list. I started off super brave (by my standards) by driving the first leg of the journey. This was scary for several reasons:
1) I have only ever driven in the UK and UAE and Jordan's roads were unlike those that I'm accustomed to, to say the least.
2) The hire car was automatic, and I'm strictly a manual girl. I braved the car guys' smirks as they explained I had to 'put the left foot away completely', and watched me jerk my way out onto the road.
3) It seems I am yet to learn the difference between a police man waving me over to the side of the road and one waving me to carry on. The latter looked amused. The former grilled me on the fact that I have a UAE driving license but do not speak arabic. Only the magic words "I come from Manchester" seemed to help me in this scenario.
4) Jordan (at least the part of it that I saw) is full of stray dogs and I was terrified that I would hit one and accidentally add to the range of roadkill on the journey. Luckily, this did not happen.
Having got all my personal challenges out of the way early on, I was then free to enjoy myself.
I must admit that the photography in Petra was a bit daunting. So much to point my camera at, so much magic to try to capture. There were many interesting faces to admire during this trip, but I often felt that every click was a missed opportunity. I guess these decisions about what to capture and what to let go are part of understanding who I am as a photographer. It was certainly a learning opportunity for me to reflect on these things.
I'll say one thing without shame. If you're going to own a selfie pole, this is the place to use it - for sure.
Anyway, this trip has totally kickstarted January with a lust for adventure, so I feel it could be an expensive year for travel. But if we say it is all in the cause of the bucket list, it doesn't quite seem so bad.


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Dr. Jen Welter - Speaker, Coach and Football Player
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Jen vividly remembers wearing an oversized helmet and playing football in the yard with her family when she was three years old. Even then, football was a passion for Dr. Jen Welter. In a provocative and inspiring voice, Jen shares her willingness to follow her passion for football which paved her path right into the NFL. She discusses her successes through powerful storytelling that showcase her inspiring journey, all the while bringing the characters in her story to life.


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The Crime Prevention Unit is committed to providing innovative community relations, crime prevention and youth programs focused at reducing crime and improving the quality of life in Brevard County.
Community Programs
Identity Theft Theft of identity is fast becoming the most prevalent and costly financial crime in the nation. It is estimated that more than 40,000 people have their identity stolen each year, costing consumers and the financial industry billions of dollars. This presentation explains how criminals can obtain your personal information. It also gives tips on how to protect yourself and what to do if you think you may be a victim.
Neighborhood Watch
The Brevard County Sheriff's Office Neighborhood Watch program is a joint effort between our office and neighborhoods across the county that focuses on neighbors and law enforcement personnel working together to increase community awareness and reduce crime. Our Crime Prevention team will facilitate the start up a Neighborhood Watch group in your area and provide your community with a "Brevard County Sheriff's Office Neighborhood Watch" sign, as well as attend meetings to run the program on a as needed basis. This program also includes an explanation of Operation Identification – marking and recording your possessions.
Frauds and Scams This presentation explains the different types of frauds and how they work. It also identifies ways to prevent becoming a victim of a con artist.
Home/Business/Church Security Survey
Two members of our Crime Prevention Unit will visit your home, business, or church to identify any potential interior and/or exterior security problems and recommend solutions. All surveys are confidential and free as well as we will leave the home or business owner with an outdoor sign and sticker for their window.
Personal Safety This program discusses steps individuals can take to avoid becoming crime victims.
Senior Safety This self-protection and home security program is geared toward the special needs of senior citizens.
Files of Life
The File for Life Program enables first responders the ability to locate and obtain your vital medical information in your home, in the event you are unable to speak for yourself in a medical emergency.
Project Lifesaver
The Brevard County Sheriff's Office has partnered with Brevard County TRIAD in Project Lifesaver. This program is designed to track and locate lost people suffering from Alzheimer's, Down's Syndrome, Autism or other related disorders. A bracelet is provided to the individual that can be tracked using both ground and air tracking receivers. Specially trained deputies assigned to the Brevard County Sheriff's Office Aviation Unit supervises the tracking.
Coffee with a Cop
Any restaurant or business, interested in helping to build relationships with their community and the Brevard County Sheriff's Office, can host Coffee with a Cop. Members of our Crime Prevention Unit attend these events to have a cup of coffee with citizens. It's an opportunity to ask our deputies questions, talk about concerns, or simply just have a conversation.
Youth Programs
B.A.M. Brevard Attitude Modification – Brevard Attitude Modification program is designed to address youth who have behavior and attitude issues at home and school. The Behavior Attitude Modification program is offered to both male and females, ages 10-17, pending a review of a completed BAM application. This program is designed to show youth who participate what the consequences of poor attitudes, bad decisions, can be if they continue on the path of those decisions, while also showing them how to make good decisions and teaching them life skills. We do our best to redirect them on a better path for their future. BAM consists of a mock court hearing, jail tour, county morgue tour, physical fitness exercise and a life skills lesson. Each participant will be dressed out in an inmate's uniform, shackled, and will eat a lunch provided by our jail staff. This program is offered at no cost.
Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches Offer a broad range of family-centered services to help prevent juvenile delinquency and develop lawful, productive citizens. Learn More…
Explorer Program
The Brevard County Sheriff's Office Explorer Program is open to young men and women ages 14 and to 20 years old, who have completed the 8th grade and have an interest in learning more about careers in the field of law enforcement. The Explorer program provides educational training programs for young adults on the purpose, mission, and objectives of law enforcement. The program provides career orientation experiences, leadership opportunities, and community service activities. The primary goals of the program are to help young adults choose a career path in law enforcement, and challenging participants to become responsible citizens in their communities. For more information on the Explorer program contact the Deputy Jay Martinez or Ashley Mancini at 321-264-7755 or email email@example.com or firstname.lastname@example.com
Brevard Safe Kids Academy – The Brevard Safe Kids Academy is a two hour program that provides practical instruction to children ages 5 through 12, on stranger awareness, dialing 911, internet safety, home safety, anti- bullying, and fire safety.
Safe Kids Academy Registration Form
"Shop with a Cop" Shop With A Cop is a program that is designed to help families in need during the Christmas Season, this program is designed to partner children in need with a Brevard County Sheriff's Office Deputy to go shopping for Christmas Presents for themselves. Every year families from across the county submit applications to our Community Services Unit and the Brevard County Sheriff's Office Charity then helps raise money to meet the need so every child has a present Christmas morning.
2019 Parent Letter and Application
The Brevard County Sheriff's Office supports the efforts of Project ChildSafe and is happy to provide gunlocks at all of our Precincts as well as at our Community Services Office in The Avenue Viera. For more information on Project ChildSafe, please visit www.projectchildsafe.com.
Project Lifesaver Is a program designed to assist in the tracking and locating of persons with Alzheimer's and disorders such as Down's Syndrome or Autism. Learn More…
Child Fingerprinting
Child fingerprinting is offered at local community event, parents receive the finger print card to keep for their own records.
Child Safety
Designed for 4 to 8-year-olds, this program helps children learn to deal safely with strangers – avoiding conversations, knowing what to do when approached and identifying trusted adults to whom they can go for help. Parents are encouraged to attend and to reinforce the concepts discussed.
Respond Early and Defend Yourself (R.E.A.D.Y.)
The R.E.A.D.Y. program is a hands on presentation that teaches our citizens hands on exercises that they can use in everyday life if they ever find themselves in a violent situation. They are provided information on the fundamentals of unarmed self-defense.
Camp Chance
Camp Chance is located at Jakes Lake in Cocoa, and is available to any local non-profit organization for a day, night, or a weekend trip. Organizations have access to our kitchen, classroom, and restrooms. Upon request, canoes are also available for use on the lake. Interested non-profit organization must make reservations, submit an application, provide proof of insurance, and complete adult and minor waivers, if necessary.
Milk and Donuts with the Sheriff
The Brevard County Sheriff's Office Milk and Donuts with the Sheriff program was designed for elementary age students have the opportunity to interact with law enforcement in a positive way at an early age. Sheriff Ivey, and a members of our Crime Prevention Unit, visit elementary schools throughout the county, during this event, our team talks about be responsible, being respectful to their teachers as well as they will get the have the opportunity to ask the Sheriff and our team questions all while learning more about law enforcement and our Agency.
Sheriff's Great Kids Program
The Brevard County Sheriff's Office Great Kids award recognizes youth recipients that go above and beyond to demonstrate hard work, dedication and commitment and over all go above and beyond in their everyday activities to be a positive role model to others. Students are nominated by their teachers, administration and School Resource Officers.
The criteria requirements are;
- dedication to community service, extraordinary display of professionalism, self-initiation, compassion and high level of caring for others
- Nominations are to be submitted monthly through the Community Services Unit
- The recipient of this award will be selected monthly by the Sheriff
Unit Contact Information
For more information call 321-264-7755 or send an email to email@example.com.


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And there's so many other great events taking place you'll find it hard to decide...
FREE: Preston Pride, Preston, Saturday, September 28
Don't miss this year's Preston Pride on the Flag Market. And this year marks the eighth year of Pride in Preston. The day will be filled with live entertainment, information stands, stalls, and more. Expect favourites like Smashby, DanceSyndrome and diva Kim Fox to entertain the crowds with live music and dance. The event is free and open to all. The fun starts at 10.30am and runs until 4pm. For more information visit the Facebook site at https://www.facebook.com/events/379768662613594/
PAID: BBC Radio 2 All Star Party, Blackpool, Saturday, September 28
Radio 2's Saturday night dance music line-up is taking to the road once again for the third Radio 2 All Star Party, live from the Empress Ballroom in Blackpool. Trevor Nelson, Craig Charles and Ana Matronic will broadcast their shows live from the legendary venue, presenting a spectacular night of soul, R&B and dance music. The night will feature live performances from Beverley Knight, The Brand New Heavies, The Shapeshifters and The Fantasy Funk Band. Doors open at 7pm. For tickets visit https://www.wintergardensblackpool.co.uk
PAID: Lancashire Korea Festival, Preston, Saturday, September 28
The Lancashire Korea Festival is a day-long celebration, celebrating traditional and modern aspects of Korean culture. The varied programme of events includes a Korean fashion show, a UCLan Korean Society run K-Pop performance, a traditional Korean music concert, handicraft workshops and Korean snacks and drinks. See it all at 53 Degrees on Fylde Road in Preston from 12pm until 5pm. Entry tickets are £5 per person. To book tickets online visit https://www.eventbrite.co.uk
PAID: Small Mammals Talk, Preston, Saturday, September 28
The Small Mammals Talk is a fun, educational wildlife talk for all the family...
Led by Dr Alan Bedford, and Hilary, who will be presenting their findings from the evening before and talking about what lives under our feet. This will then be followed by exploring owl pellets to see what these predatory birds have been eating. A fun filled, educational and memorable early morning session for all the family at The Intact Centre in Ingol, from 8am until 12pm. Admission is £3. More details at www.facebook.com/intact.centre.3/
PAID: Friendsical, Blackpool, until Saturday, September 28
Friendsical is an original and unique new parody musical inspired by the gang in Friends, the iconic TV show. When Ross's wife leaves him for another woman, he fears he will never find love again. But then Rachel runs back into his life… will he end up with his one true love? With original new songs, the gang take on naked Thursdays, a power cut, and a dinosaur convention. What could possibly go wrong? This show, at Blackpool's Grand Theatre, is sure to sell-out fast. So book early.
FREE: Accrington Chocolate Festival, Accrington, Saturday, September 28
Following the success of the 2018 event, Accrington's Chocolate Festival returns for more sugary goodness. Over 20 chocolate themed stalls will come together in Accrington's town square for the festival of a lifetime. There will be goodies including: chocolate churros, chocolate truffles, chocolate cookies, chocolate ice cream. chocolate fudge, chocolate puddings, chocolate fountain, chocolate gin, chocolate brownies, chocolate donuts and more. From 10am until 4pm.
PAID AND FREE: City of Preston 10k, Preston, Sunday, September 29
The City of Preston 10K takes a route through the heart of the city centre, drawing in hundreds of runners and spectators along the way. This fun and friendly race welcomes runners of all ages and abilities, with a separate 'Family Fun Run' also taking place on the day. Finishers will receive a commemorative City of Preston 10K medal and technical T-shirt. From 9.30am until 11.30am. The event is free to watch,and for more details and to sign up (cost £5 - £23 )visit www.sportstoursinternational.co.uk/sportstours-events/city-of-preston-10k/
PAID: One Snap and They're Gone!, Wrea Green, Saturday, September 28
Join the Wild Discovery team for an exciting fundraising evening. It's the official opening of "The Secret Forest" and the arrival of the critically endangered Philippine Crocodile. Book your tickets now - adults £5 children £3 - all monies raised on the evening will be used to help save this critically endangered species. For more information about the event, taking place at Wild Discovery at Ribby Hall Village in Wrea Green, visit www.wilddiscovery.co.uk
PAID: Family Craft Day/Xplorer, Thornton, Sunday, September 29
Discover your creative side, with a variety of activities in wood and natural materials. Fun for all the family at Wyre Estuary Country Park at Stanah, Thornton. This is a drop-in event, any time between 11am and 3pm. Individual activities may be charged. Also happening on this day at Wyre Estuary Country Park is the Xplorer Challenge - a fun family friendly navigation challenge using a simple map with the aim to find a number of markers that are located around the park. From 11am until 3pm.
PAID: Egyptian Balcony Family Tours, Preston, Saturday, September 28
Explore new heights... This is your chance to travel to the top of the Harris Museum and see John Somerscales' impressive friezes that adorn the Egyptian balcony and find out about how they ended up in the Harris. Tours runs between 11am and 12pm, and are suitable for ages seven and above. Admission is £1, with concessions at 50p. Booking is essential. To book your place call 01772 905414 or visit the museum shop. For more information visit http://www.harrismuseum.org.uk/
PAID: Geoff Norcott: Taking Liberties, Lancaster, Saturday, September 28
Geoff Norcott's unique brand of provocative stand-up is hitting the road again with 'Taking Liberties'. Whatever the contentious subject – he'll be honest and blunt without being a d**k. Mostly. As seen on The Mash Report, Live at the Apollo and Mock the Week. Geoff has also appeared frequently on Question Time and can be regularly seen putting the cat amongst the pigeons on UK political debate shows. See him live at The Grand Theatre in Lancaster on Saturday, from 8pm. Tickets are £13.50, with concession at £12.50, available from https://dukes-lancaster.org/
PAID AND FREE: Preston Arts Festival, Preston, from Sunday, September until Thursday, October 31
Preston is alive with arts! Enjoy all kinds of events taking place in every corner of the city from Sunday all through October. There's something for everyone, with the month crammed full of exhibitions, fairs, performances, talks, walks, theatre, workshops, films, and more. For more details visit www.prestonarts.com/
PAID: Blackpool Ghost Walks, Blackpool, Saturday, September 28
Join The Victorian Ghost Hunter (Haunted Blackpool author Stephen Mercer) on a Blackpool Ghost Walk (the "No. 1 Tour in Blackpool" for four consecutive years TripAdvisor) as he guides you to some of Blackpool's most famous, and most haunted, locations to hear of his (dearly departed) friends; the spectres, the phantoms, the ghosts! The 2019 spooky strolls feature new tales of terror and stories of the supernatural, along with a few old favourites! Don't miss this amazing tour. Book today for Saturday night at 7.30pm. Visit www.supernaturalevents.co.uk to book.
PAID: LEGO Explorers, Blackpool, until Sunday, October 6
Dive into the deep with SEA LIFE Blackpool's exciting, new adventure trail, LEGO Explorers. Discover curious creatures daily until October 6, as you navigate around the aquarium on a brand new, interactive mission to record discoveries about the amazing sea creatures. Help the team unlock underwater secrets by drawing, building, colouring, creating and showing us what you've discovered. To book your tickets visit www.visitsealife.com/blackpool
PAID: September Spectacular Heritage Tram Tours Gold Weekend, Blackpool, Saturday, September 28 and Sunday, September 29
Frequent Heritage Tram Tours between Pleasure Beach and Bispham every 10/20 minutes between 10am and 5pm from with regular tours to Cleveleys and Fleetwood. A wide variety of Heritage Trams in use. Heritage Tram souvenirs on sale from the shop tram at the Tower & North Pier Heritage Tram Stop. Takes place on Saturday and Sunday.


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Pisces is the twelfth sign of the zodiac and is symbolised by the Fishes (two of them). They are one of the three Water signs, the others being Cancer and Scorpio. The two fishes in the sign of Pisces swim (or point) in two different directions which symbolises the struggle going on within the heart and soul of Pisces. Others say that the fishes of Pisces are swimming in a circle bringing about the idea of a cycle of rebirth or renewed growth. The sign of Pisces is also associated with ideas of eternity and the never ending nature of the universe. Just like Taurus, Cancer, Virgo, Scorpio and Capricorn, we find that Pisces is negative in polarity meaning that they prefer to be self-reliant rather than look outside for help and co-operation.
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Josh Richardson represents businesses and individuals in a wide variety of complex litigation matters throughout Michigan. He often takes cases through all stages of the appeals process in state and federal appellate courts. His highly respected research, writing and courtroom skills have been utilized on a wide range of general and commercial litigation matters. Josh works diligently to achieve results that align with his clients' objectives by being proactive and collaborative to establish strategies that are unique to each dispute.
He represents clients in the following practice areas:
- Commercial and Business Litigation: Contract and general business disputes; land use and real property matters; shareholder disputes; trade secrets and noncompetition actions; antitrust and trade regulation; oil and gas; residential and commercial construction issues; e-commerce disputes; and alternative dispute resolution.
- Insurance Industry and Regulation: Advise and assist insurance companies with compliance issues under the regulatory framework imposed by the Insurance Code and the Michigan Department of Financial and Insurance Services (DIFS); secure approvals for new insurance products and forms; represent insurance companies in administrative matters and enforcement actions before insurance regulators relating to market conduct, financial audits, and business practices; assist insurers with agency relationship matters and disputes; provide insurance coverage determinations and handle declaratory judgment actions.
- Labor and Employment Litigation: ERISA and employee benefits-related litigation and compliance matters; Enforcement of noncompetition agreements and restrictive covenants; wrongful discharge; Title VII, Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act, Whistleblowers' Protection Act, Family Medical Leave Act, Age Discrimination in Employment Act, and Americans with Disabilities Act claims; collective bargaining disputes; claims before the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission(EEOC) and Civil Rights Department.
In addition to his legal practice, Josh also devotes his time to various professional and community organizations. He is the vice president of the Michigan Defense Trial Counsel, a Barrister member of the American Inns of Court, is active in the State Bar of Michigan, the American Bar Association, the Federal Bar Association and the Ingham County Bar Association.
Josh has also served as a member of the Board of Directors for the Boys & Girls Club of Lansing since 2008, and acted as Chair of the Board in 2015 and 2016.
Honors & Recognitions
"Top 5 Under 35" Award, Ingham County Bar Association, 2012
Michigan Super Lawyers "Rising Star," Civil Litigation: Defense, 2012-2019
Exceptional Performance Citation, DRI, 2018
Memberships & Affiliations
Legal Affiliations:
- State Bar of Michigan
- American Bar Association
- Ingham County Bar Association
- Federal Bar Association
- Michigan State Bar Foundation, Fellow
Industry & Professional Associations:
- Michigan Defense Trial Counsel, President (2018-2019)
- Michigan Defense Trial Counsel, Vice President (2017-2018)
- Defense Research Institute
- American Inns of Court, Barrister Member
Community Involvement:
- Boys & Girls Club of Lansing, Board of Directors (2008-present); Chair (2015-2016)
Representative Matters
- Obtained a $5.1 million jury verdict on behalf of a distributor of agricultural equipment in an antitrust and unfair competition action.
- Secured dismissal of multi-million dollar action against a national truck stop chain involved in a real estate transaction, and obtained a six-figure judgment against the plaintiff for attorney fees and costs.
- Obtained dismissal of wrongful death claims relating to alleged environmental contamination on property designated as an EPA Superfund site.
- Successfully resolved multi-million dollar oil and gas action on behalf of mineral rights owners alleging breaches of fiduciary duties and improper insider dealings.
- Achieved dismissals of multi-million dollar sewage disposal backup claims on behalf of various municipalities.
- Obtained temporary restraining orders and preliminary injunctive relief on behalf of numerous businesses against former employees and executives based on violations of noncompetition and nondisclosure agreements.
- Secured dismissals of numerous employment discrimination and wrongful discharge actions against employers, municipalities and school districts across Michigan.
- Defended regional tool manufacturer against breach of employment agreement claims involving potential liability of more than $1 million.
- Assisted in the defense of former president and CEO of regional bank from shareholder derivative claims seeking damages in excess of $90 million.
Recent Blog Posts
BizTech Law Blog
- Is customer e-mail data maintained by US companies on overseas servers subject to US jurisdiction?
- Are Websites Subject to The Accessibility Requirements of The Americans With Disabilities Act?
- Are Large High-Tech Companies Shirking Tax Responsibilities? A Recent Study Suggests Just That
- "Private" Information on Social Networking Websites Deemed Discoverable
- Supreme Court Update, Michigan Defense Quarterly - Michigan Defense Trial Counsel, Contributing Author, 2008 - present
- "Private" Information on Social Networking Websites Deemed Discoverable, Foster Swift Information Technology E-News, November 16, 2010
- No Summary Disposition for Landlord: Jury to Determine Whether Snow-Covered Stairway in Apartment Complex was Fit for Intended Use Under MCL 554.139, Foster Swift Property Insurance/Premises E-News, January 19, 2010
- Michigan Court of Appeals Continues Trend in Determining that Black Ice is not Open and Obvious, Foster Swift Property Insurance/Premises E-News, September 1, 2009
- Use of Generic Terms Precludes Otherwise Well-Known Brand Names From Obtaining Trademark Protection, Foster Swift Information Technology E-News, September 1, 2009
- Michigan Court of Appeals Holds that Black Ice is not Open and Obvious, Foster Swift Property Insurance/Premises E-News, March 26, 2009
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Speaking Engagements
- Annual Update of Michigan Law: Employment, Immunity and Zoning, September 17, 2015
- Annual Update of Michigan Law: Land Use and Zoning, HCC Public Risk Claim, Inc. Annual Seminar, September 18, 2014
- Webinar: Top 5 Legal Issues To Address in Every Software Transaction, October 16, 2013
- Annual Update of Michigan Law: Land Use and Zoning, HCC Public Risk Claim, Inc., Annual Seminar, September 5, 2013
- Annual Update of Michigan Law: Land Use and Zoning, HCC Public Risk Claim, Inc., Annual Seminar, September 13, 2012
- e-Discovery Legal Updates and Issues on the Horizon, Michigan Defense Trial Counsel, May 11, 2012
- 23 Attorneys Selected to 2019 Michigan Super Lawyers and "Rising Stars", Automation Alley, September 3, 2019
- 31 Foster Swift Attorneys Selected to 2018 Michigan Super Lawyers and "Rising Stars" Lists, September 10, 2018
- Richardson Elevated to MDTC President, July 5, 2018
- 30 Foster Swift Attorneys Selected to 2017 Michigan Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists, September 8, 2017
- Richardson Named VP of MDTC, July 28, 2017
- 29 Foster Swift Attorneys Selected to 2016 Michigan Super Lawyers and Michigan Rising Stars Lists, September 2, 2016
- Michigan Court of Appeals affirmed jury decision in favor of McCormick, February 4, 2016
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Indiana University School of Law, J.D., 2007
Michigan State University, B.A., 2004
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U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan
U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Wisconsin
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Carvin Knowles
Carvin Knowles is an American composer, producer and artist, living in New Zealand. He took a BMA in Music Composition from the University of Oklahoma in 1988. In 2006, he produced and wrote songs for the Tolkien-inspired album In Elven Lands.[1]
Discography, selected
- 2006: In Elven Lands (composer, producer)
External links
- ↑ "Biography", CarvinKnowles.com (accessed 18 March 2013)


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Q: How long should I breastfeed my baby?
A: The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends exclusive breastfeeding (no additional food, water or other liquid) for six months. They recommend that babies obtain most of their nutrients from breast milk up until age one, with continued breastfeeding as long as the mother and baby want to.
Q: What should I eat while breastfeeding?
A: Your body is prepared to make a sufficient about of milk regardless of what you eat. Eating a nutritionally-balanced diet will provide your milk with essential nutrients the baby needs. It's always better to eat a healthier diet, but a healthy diet is not a requirement for producing milk.
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A: Not necessarily. Ideally you want to have variety in your diet and limit caffeine and alcohol consumption. Some breastfeeding moms find that certain foods they eat may cause discomfort or gas in their babies. If you notice discomfort in your baby, you can pay attention to your diet and try to eliminate items that may cause discomfort. Typically eating a wide variety of foods is sufficient, so an abundance of one item will not be present.
Q: Will I have to give up caffeine if I breastfeed?
A: Most mothers can consume caffeine in moderation while breastfeeding. Typically 1-2 cups of coffee (depending on the strength), tea or soda is okay.
Q: Can I drink alcohol if I breastfeed?
A: Excessive alcohol consumption will interfere with your ability to parent, and is not recommended for mothers regardless of whether they are breastfeeding or not. However, most sources say an occasional drink or two does not appear to be harmful to breastfed babies.
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A: It is preferable that you do not smoke cigarettes, however if you cannot quit smoking it is still better for the baby that you breastfeed. Breastfeeding is shown to counteract some of the negative effects of smoking on babies.
Q: Are there certain mothers who should not breastfeed?
A: Mothers who are HIV positive or who have tuberculosis that is not being treated, should not breastfeed. Mothers who are taking certain medications or using illicit drugs or excessive alcohol should not breastfeed. However, most medications are safe or there are safe alternatives.
Q: Should I continue to breastfeed if I get sick?
A: Very few illnesses will require you to stop breastfeeding, even if medication is prescribed. Check with your doctor to make sure your medication is safe for breastfeeding or ask for a safe alternative. In most cases, continued breastfeeding will protect your baby from getting sick too.
Q: Can I take prescription medication while breastfeeding?
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Q: Can I take over-the-counter medication while breastfeeding?
A: Most over-the-counter medication is safe while breastfeeding but you should always check with your doctor before taking any medication while breastfeeding. Any medication with antihistamine (such as cold or allergy medication) may dry up your milk and should therefore be avoided.
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Q: Is formula just as good for babies as breast milk?
A: Formula is not as good for babies as breast milk. Breast milk is the optimal nutrition for babies. Breast milk contains all the vitamins and minerals your baby needs to grow and develop, and antibodies to protect your baby from illnesses. Although formula may contain most of the vitamins your baby needs, it does not contain any antibodies and therefore will not protect your baby from illness like breast milk will.
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A: Most breastfed babies only need breast milk. As long as your baby is growing and thriving, she does not need any kind of supplement. Just be sure to feed her whenever she shows signs of hunger or every 1-2 hours.
Hector Cruz is the Founder of the global campaign "Project: BreastFeeding". He is passionate about helping to educate men of the importance of their roles in breastfeeding support. He is married and has a beautiful daughter and two dogs.


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Photographer, writer and traveler exploring historic haunted places and macabre curiosities.
Thursday, October 29, 2009
Lifting the Veil page
Monday, October 19, 2009
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Tuesday, August 11, 2009
I've had a few days off and I've wanted to finish a project that I have been thinking about doing for about eight years. Today I finally finished it and I'm very happy.
The project is an addition to one I had finished years ago. Both projects are my reanimation machines (or at least props that look like machines that are similar to ones that Dr. Frankenstein would use). The first one from years ago was an old radio I purchased from an antique store. I gutted the radio and set aside the tubes. I cut a large hole in the top and inserted a plasma ball to give it life and add some movement.
Then shortly after completing that machine I found an old glass jar with a wooden top I felt was perfect for the next project that would work in conjunction with the first. The machine I envisioned was something that wouldn't have lights or sounds with it; a prop set inside of it, like a heart, would provide the interest. The inspiration was from the movie Bride of Frankenstein, when Dr. Henry Frankenstein uses a machine to keep a heart beating.
After much recent scrounging around for various odds and ends to add to the second project from craft stores and items I've had laying around the house (like the tubes from the radio in the earlier project), I'm finally finished with the second creation. I feel they complete each other.
What do you think?
Monday, August 3, 2009
Haunted Inspiration
Watch Creeps.divx in Entertainment Videos | View More Free Videos Online at Veoh.com Buster Keaton in "The Haunted House" 1 of 2 Buster Keaton in "The Haunted House" 2 of 2 Bugs Bunny Transylvania 6-5000
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Thursday, June 25, 2009
Drooker's American Ruins
Sorry for the long lapse in posting, I've been incredibly busy with my job and with life in general. So much has happened since my last post I'm still trying to take it all in. So I will start with my most recent outing.
Anna and I recently enjoyed a photography exhibit at Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum in Wausau. The photographs were by photographer Arthur Drooker and from his book American Ruins. The photos where shot in infrared and taken across the US. It was a treat to see these prints up close instead of in a book.
The photos themselves had a bit of a sepia tint to them that added to the warmth they evoked. The infrared added a sense of mystery, but not in a macabre way that Simon Marsden portrays. I got to talk with Drooker about his work and working with IR and could have talked much longer if it were not for other interested visitors to the museum wanting to talk with him also. We talked f-stops, researching subjects and places to visit. The only thing I felt was missing for the evening was a good glass of wine. They served sparkling grape juice.
While researching how to photograph with IR and looking for inspiration I did come across his work and found his work wonderful but not exactly what I truly wanted to accomplish.
After talking with Drooker I felt I was heading in the right direction with my technical skills and vision for my own personal project. If anyone has the chance to see his work in person or purchase his book you will not be disappointed. Of course we had a photo postcard autographed by him to remember that wonderful evening.
Here are a few links to enjoy:
Since my last post we haven't traveled often for my haunted project. I have taken a few pictures on other trips not relating to the haunted subjects themselves and have come away with some great images. More on those in the near future.
Saturday, May 16, 2009
First Award
Friday, April 17, 2009
Traveling through the depths of darkness Part 2
The haunted road trip last week went extremely well. I had such a wonderful time traveling to all these haunted places and being creative with my photography. This has been a dream come true for me and after looking over some of the pictures I have captured I'm very pleased with the results.
Over the course of the week I shot about a place a day. Depending how near to other places I was, I shot two. The weather worked well to my advantage despite the two inches of snow that fell Monday morning. The weather was cold for the most part which added to feeling of autumn.
My girlfriend came down half way through and she was able to go to few places for the rest of the trip. We went to a cemetery in Chicago and a haunted house in Woodstock. We took back roads and along the way stopped at a few antique places and talked with local residents.
I shot a ton of images! I wanted to cover every angle and ideas that flowed through me. I wasn't sure when I would have the chance to return so I needed to get what I could.
Depending on our schedule I want to take another haunted trip in the very near future, maybe in the fall, hopefully next year but we will have to see since a trip to Germany is planned for next year. I'm excited to see what we can get from there.
Monday, April 6, 2009
Traveling through the depths of darkness Part 1
I had to leave Bloomington around 5 a.m. Saturday to be there
by 8 a.m. Of course I woke up an hour before I needed to so I had very little sleep.
Sunday was exactly what the weatherman said it would do. Lots of rain, hail, and snow so I spend all day Sunday watching hockey and planning the next days trip.
I'm currently in Decatur IL. Looking at my photos after spending a cold day shooting at Greenwood Cemetery and various mansions around the town. I'll be staying overnight because if the weather turns better I hope to go back and see if the previous places are worth reshooting with sunnier light.
Here are a few images I have enjoyed so far. I hope they give a sense of melancholy and foreboding.
The next few days I'll be going towards Chicago. I'm excited to see what those places hold for me there.
Sunday, March 29, 2009
"The Ghost in man, the ghost that once was man But cannot wholly free itself from Man, Are calling to each other thro' a dawn Stranger than earth has ever seen; the veil Is rending, and the voices of the day Are heard across the Voices of the dark".ALFRED LORD TENNYSON (1809-1892)This post marks a bit of a change in the direction I'm taking this blog. My GFAnna suggested I should make this blog more personal. Sharing my experiences and feelings I have when visiting these places alongside the history would make for a more interesting blog. I felt she was right. I felt the postings where a bit stale. I decided from here on out I will add a bit more personal touch to my haunted blog. I've had a few experiences while at these haunted places and I would love to tell what has happened.
The whole idea of describing some of the things I've experienced and taking photographs at haunted places using the medium of black and white Infrared film was a project I've wanted to accomplish since 1995.
During my work as a newspaper photographer in Illinois I wanted to use my idea to do a yearly photo page around Halloween about haunted places in the area. Hearing nothing in the way of stories, I posted a small ad asking readers if they knew of any places that were haunted. I got no response. I tried to keep the page alive for about another year, then gave up. I eventually revived the page when I moved to another paper in the state when I heard about a local ghost hunter that was ready to publish a book. I contacted her and we went to a few places that she said were haunted. The page was not exactly what I originally envisioned but was an interesting story nevertheless.
Shooting with Infrared film back in those days was a very difficult process. The camera had to be completely light tight; only a manual controlled camera could be used. Since the new auto-focus cameras used IR itself as a mechanism to focus and keep track of the film moving inside, the camera would fog the infrared film. The ultra sensitive film had to be handled in a special way and the developing was equally as challenging. Thinking back, what really kept me from shooting with IR film was the price, which ran about $15 per roll for 36 exposures and had to be special ordered. Not very practical for a photographer on a mere reporters' wage. Just to buy 4 rolls would have cost me about $60.
In 2007 I read an article in a photo magazine about shooting IR with a digital camera and how easy it was to accomplish using just a filter. While reading the article I also discovered photographers where sending their cameras in to a company to get switched over to infrared. The company removes the glass filter that covers the sensor and replaces it with dark filter that blocks all visible light except infrared. This makes shooting IR much easier and is necessary for serious IR work. This renewed my interest in that long abandoned idea. Coincidently I discovered the work of Simon Marsden, http://www.simonmarsden.co.uk/ a British photographer doing the very thing I wanted to do except he still uses IR film. I began searching Amazon for his books and I ended up buying about four books of his and studying each of them cover to cover.
Last year I decided I wanted to make this project a reality. To begin I first bought a Canon 30D, for the sole propose of getting it IR converted. I would later purchase another camera, the Canon 50D to be used as a normal picture-taking camera. Then I began the process of compiling information on places I would like to visit. The state where I live first, then surrounding states, and so on. Last year I purchased an IR filter to learn how that type of light works. I took the camera along with the filter to various spots and was mostly pleased with the results. But since the filter covers the front of the lens and blocks out all visible light I had to compose and focus with the filter off, then once I has everything set the way I wanted it I had to attach the filter and make the exposure. The exposures where very long consisting of about 30 seconds or more. So a tripod was needed for every shot. Having such a long set up time I had to think about every picture which made for a long process and often times frustrating. During that experience I gained more respect for the Civil War photographers that had to do the same sort of process every time.
I purchased a Canon 50D when I got my taxes back this year and sent the Canon 30D in to Life Pixel http://www.lifepixel.com/ for IR conversion. After a month long wait I finally got it back last Friday. I took a few photos of some Victorian homes in town.
Saturday, March 21, 2009
Lake Park-Milwaukee, WI
From a bluff overlooking the break waters of Lake Michigan, Lake Park in the city of Milwaukee was once home to a series of prehistoric conical mounds. Destroyed by development of the land, most of the mounds have disappeared except for one, the last known remaining within the city. Discovered in l905 by the Wisconsin Archeological Society, the mound lies north of North Point Lighthouse and Lion bridges. It remains a mystery who built the mound. Some believe the builders to have been the ancestors of Menominee Indians. Documents show that Menominee Indians had possession of the land at Lake Park until 1835, after which government surveyors began parceling off sections to settlers seeking timber lands.
In l889 the city developed a Parks Commission, after realizing many years earlier that the poor could not afford manicured gardens in which to seek refuge from oppressive city life. Intense work in the park followed the Commission's formation. The park's famous "Lion Bridges" spanning the lighthouse ravines were completed in l896-7. Oscar Sanne designed the bridges with lion sculptures carved by Paul Kupper. By 1964, the bridges were narrowed and closed to vehicles.
During this same time period the lighthouse in the northern section of Lake Park was in its conception. In l854, the U.S. Lighthouse Service acquired 2 acres on which to build North Point Lighthouse and Keeper's Quarters on the grounds. Erected in l855, by l888 these structures had to be reassembled 100 feet to the west to avoid creeping bluff erosion
The lighthouse guided ships on Lake Michigan for 139 years until its decommissioning in l994 by the U. S. Coast Guard. Both the lighthouse and park are listed on the National Registry of Historic Places.
The faint sounds of laughter along with the overall feeling of malaise are induced with icy cold spots felt on hot summer days. Several witnesses have seen children standing by the lions, behaving almost as sentinels or guards. Activity at the lighthouse is closely associated with these bridges and the surrounding portions of Lake Park. The occurrences cannot be attributed to any known stories or legends associated with these locations. It remains a mystery as to why the ghostly sights and sounds of children have been heard and seen near the lions and lighthouse.
Monday, March 9, 2009
Brumder Mansion-Milwaukee, WI
Standing gracefully on its corner serving visitors to Milwaukee as a Bed and Breakfast the Brumder Mansion is on what is now known as West Wisconsin Avenue. This stately, 4 story brick Victorian, English Arts and Crafts style mansion, has survived years of indifference and neglect.
Far more imposing than the exterior is the opulent renovated interior. The first floor dining room features a stunning, handcrafted stained glass tile fireplace, designed by Neideken, a Frank Lloyd Wright protégé. The oak Gothic style main staircase leads to the second floor that features 3 bedrooms, and to another staircase. This secondary staircase leads to the third floor to an additional 3 rooms used as servant's quarters and innkeeper's apartment. Mr. Brumder placed the requisite ballroom in the large basement instead of on the customary third floor.
The suites have beautifully wood-carved fireplaces, marble in the bathrooms, intricate woodwork and antiques. One such room, The Gold Suite on the second floor, is named for its gold and yellow decor. The suite has a Victorian parlor set of furniture, an antique Queen-sized bed, elegant draperies and an oak ornamental fireplace with fluted columns.
Built in 1910 by the prominent businessman George Brumder for his eldest son George Jr., this regal home served a wealthy Milwaukee publishing family as a residence for nearly 10 years. The family's fortune grew from a number of German language newspapers, bibles, and sheet music, and then later shifted to banking and manufacturing. The mansion was sold in the early 1920's, to Sam Picks, providing refuge from his work in Chicago gangster organizations.
With upkeep on the mansion being excessive, the house served as a boarding house in the late 30's; then in the 1960's the neighboring Lutheran Church bought the Brumder. By 1997, the upkeep and repair work needed for the house presented a major challenge for the church. Carol Hirschi, willing to move into the now derelict neighborhood, bought the Brumder, along with its physical and otherworldly, challenges.With the mansion in a state of disrepair and institutional in appearance, Carol began the painstaking task of transforming the Brumder Mansion into what is seen today. Hirschi generated income for the renovations by converting the building into a Bed and Breakfast in 1998.
Carol Hirschi believed multiple ghosts are haunting the house with most of the activity centered on the Gold Suite. A visiting psychic confirmed Carol's impressions when she reported seeing the ghost of a woman and a child. Several experiences made Hirschi more familiar with these two entities.
The first night Carol spent in the Gold Suite with her dogs in the bed, she felt a presence and heard a stern voice in her head demanding her to remove the dogs immediately. In another instance she dreamt of a face of a woman staring down at her from one of the home's ornate ceiling medallions.
The most frightening of the bizarre experiences in the Gold Suite happened when Carol entered the room several days after someone checked out, to find several drops of fresh blood in the bathtub. Thinking blood was leaking through the ceiling and someone had died in an upstairs room, she went to investigate but found nothing.
Guests staying in The Gold Suite sometimes have intense dreams. If they have a dog in the room, they often dream of a woman sternly lecturing them to remove their pets or harm will come to them. Upon waking, patrons are filled with a strong desire to remove the animals. Guests have been locked out of the room even though the deadbolt of the door locks from the inside of the room. A German marriage certificate in a large frame with a sturdy wire on the back was hung on the wall; it mysteriously lifted itself off the wall and crashed face down onto the floor, cracking the glass. Upon closer inspection nothing was found to be wrong with the wire or the nails it was hung upon.
The woman is thought to be Susan, a maiden aunt, who came to live with the Brumder family when they moved into this mansion. As a young woman, her betrothed stood her up at the altar; something she never quite recovered from. Susan, also known as Aunt Pussy, spent a number of happy years living in the mansion on the second floor, now known as The Gold Suite. She loved simple furnishings, and followed an uncomplicated way of life. The visiting psychic conveyed a message to Hirschi that Aunt Pussy expressed her displeasure about the fancy furnishings in the renovation, and that she had trouble adjusting to the commotion associated with the Bed and Breakfast.
The second phantom sensed by the psychic, the young girl, may perhaps be the victim of disease or accidental death. She is believed to occasionally haunt the third floor and Emma's Room. Hirschi believed the more mischievous activity can be attributed to the ghost of the child. Carol once purchased a mirror and hung it over the sink of Gold Suite's bathroom. One day the mirror lifted itself off its nail, floated over to the bathtub and was shattered into shards.
Other areas in the homes also experience disturbances. In George's Room a staff member felt a cool breeze brush past her face and hair, billow the curtain, as it drafted through the room with no logical explanation. Guests will often hear objects moving in the bathroom. Silverware laid out on the dining room table the night before would be found turned around on the table the next morning. Guests and patrons of the little theater in the basement began seeing the entity of a woman, dressed in early 20th century clothing drifting through. A friend of Carol's saw a woman in a formal black dress float down the main staircase. In The Blue Room lights turn on and off by themselves. Doors have been heard to slam throughout the night, along with phantom footsteps, and breakable objects that fall from walls, but remain unharmed. In Marion's Room some think an entity of the young girl haunts this space. One ongoing occurrence involves a programmable doorbell which refused to operate when Carol set the tune. It only seemed to work when she left it alone, then it will play tunes randomly. "Happy Birthday" is one of the favorites.
During the winter of 2008 Carol resigned her ownership of the mansion to Tom and Julie Carr. As the years continue to pass hopefully the home will remain a fixture to the Milwaukee area and the Carrs keep the Brumder Mansion as a place where visitors can stay and feel a part of history. But if you decide to stay in the Gold Suite just make sure you leave your pets at home.
Monday, February 23, 2009
Forest Home Cemetery-Milwaukee, WI
Established in 1850, a church committee situated the cemetery of the original 72 acres on a known former Indian village and sacred effigy and burial mound site. The first burial, a gentleman of the name Orville Cadwell, occurred on August 5 in the same year of the cemetery's founding. Cadwell found company shortly thereafter, as a cholera outbreak traced to a riverman from New Orleans via Chicago claimed lives in the newly-chartered city.
Post Civil War saw a boom in industry and with it, a boom in population. The dangers of industrial city life lurked here as in any other city of the time. In 1883 Newhall House Hotel went up in flames as Milwaukee firefighters battled a smaller fire elsewhere in the city. Calls went out for reinforcements from Chicago and Racine with little to no response. Documents of the time report a range of 73-90 deaths from the tragedy. All accounts agree that more than half of those who perished and brought to several area morgues were beyond identification. A mass grave for 64 victims commemorates the unknown with a memorial erected at the one-year anniversary of the fire.
In 1886 another notable tragedy occurred, as 14,000 laborers organized in Bay View to demonstrate discontent with labor conditions. The governor of the time issued a shoot-to-kill order, resulting in a 7 person massacre, including a young 13-year-old boy. The mayor of this time, Emil Wallber, is one of the cemetery's distinguished guests.
Beer and wheat barons built themselves ornate Flemish-style mansions, theaters, office buildings, hotels, and high-society ballrooms in the late 1800's into the early 1900's throughout the downtown Milwaukee area. Political figures emerged from the populace and made themselves known nationally as leaders of the socialist movement. The evocative monuments and family crypts these individuals and families chose for themselves in death reflect their indelible mark on the city's cultural and political landscape in life. Oppressive, deliberate, imposing, they are testimony of self-importance and a symbol of the competition among the elite.
Construction of the Gothic style Landmark Chapel, using Lake Superior Sandstone, a dark red sandstone found near the Apostle Islands in Lake Superior, started in 1890 and took two years to complete. The cemetery's area grew to 200 acres by the turn of the century to accommodate the growing demand for bigger and better plots.
Modern improvements within Forest Home Cemetery include two large mausoleums. The Halls of History is an indoor temperature controlled mausoleum and community center. Along with the columbarium and crypts it houses, the center contains a number of permanent and changing exhibits that educate visitors about the history of Milwaukee and over 100 of its people. Adjacent to this is a large terraced outdoor mausoleum called Chapel Gardens. It contains above ground burials in porticos set by ornate colonnades, statues, and rose gardens. The Chapel and cemetery are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Forest Home Cemetery is home to over 110,000 burials, including 28 Milwaukee mayors, seven Wisconsin governors, and many noted industrialists.
Byron Kilbourn, Surveyor, railroad executive and co-founder of the City of Milwaukee
George Walker, early settler and co-founder of the City of Milwaukee
Frank Zeidler, three term socialist mayor of Milwaukee
Emil Wallber, Mayor during the Bay View Tragedy
Victor Berger, newspaper editor and founding member of the Socialist Party of America
George Peck, newspaper publisher, mayor of Milwaukee and governor of Wisconsin
Hans Crocker, editor of Milwaukee's first newspaper and politician
Sherman Booth, newspaper editor and abolitionist
Jacob Best, founder of what became the Pabst Brewing Company
Frederick Pabst, brewing magnate of Pabst Brewing Company fame
Joseph Schlitz, brewing magnate of Joseph Schlitz Brewing Company
August Krug, founder of what became the Joseph Schlitz Brewing Company
Valentin Blatz, founder of the Valentin Blatz Brewing Company
William Davidson, co-founder of the Harley-Davidson Motorcycle Company
Lynde Bradley, co-founder of the Allen-Bradley corporation
Christopher Sholes, inventor of the first typewriter with QWERTY key layout
Increase Lapham, author, scientist, and early American naturalist, documented the cemetery site as a burial ground before all traces of the past were destroyed.
Alfred Lunt & Lynn Fontanne, famous award winning husband and wife Broadway acting team
Alexander Mitchell, wealthy banking magnate and Mitchell family patriarch
Billy Mitchell, U.S. Army General who is regarded as the father of the U.S. Air Force
Lysander Cutler, politician and Union Army general during the American Civil War
Ole Petersen, founder of Methodism in Norway
Although identified by many resources as one of the most haunted cemeteries in Wisconsin, accounts of paranormal events are elusive.
The hill adjacent to the tranquil, shadowy reflecting pond on the north side of the cemetery downhill from the main offices and mausoleums, has been said to cause strange reactions in some people who walk on it, making them feel sick and fearful.
One visitor reported visions of splintered coffins and shredded corpses, followed by the onset of headaches and bloodshot eyes.
One could suppose that undocumented bitter rivalries many yet extend into the afterlife, especially among the beer barons. One such rivalry might have existed between Valentin Blatz and Johann Braun, both interred in the cemetery. Blatz opened a brewery next to Braun's in 1850, incorporated Braun's facilities into his own after Braun's death in 1852, and finished the deal by marrying Braun's widowed bride.
A modern brewing club, the Beer Barons, provides an opportunity in October to come out to the grounds to seek the paranormal. The club provides Ghost Tours for interested parties.
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
Yawkey Mansion-Wausau, WI
Built in 1900 to 1901 in the Classical Revival style designed by the Milwaukee architects Henry Van Ryn and Gerrit de Gelleke, the Yawkey Mansion of Wausau, WI, features large columns and a pedimented portico, 16 rooms and 7 fireplaces. Stained glass windows illuminate the staircase. Eight years after the house was built owners Cyrus and his wife AliceYawkey hired George W. Maher to remodel the first floor and add a two- story addition with a sun porch to the east side of the house.
Originally from Michigan, the Yawkeys moved to northern Wisconsin in 1889 when Cyrus joined with his uncle and a business partner from the Yawkey and Lee Lumber Company. A town was founded by the venture and Alice Yawkey named it Hazelhurst due to the abundance of hazelnut trees in the area. Ten years later, in 1899, the Yawkeys moved to Wausau where Cyrus was the uncontested leader of the Wausau Group. The Wausau Group was composed of wealthy lumbermen who pooled their resources in hopes of improving Wausau's economy as the logging industry was dying in the area. After Cyrus's death in 1943, Alice continued living in the house until her own death in 1953. Their only child, Leigh Yawkey Woodson, and her daughters presented the house to the Marathon County Historical Society in 1954.


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Hi, i want to share this tutorial how to Fixing Error Joomla 3 is still loading installing, I will show and guide you how to solve and fixing error in joomla 3 where is the 'big problem' appear when making installation database in joomla version 3.7.4, it usually happen in installation process, many user who using joomla 3.7.xx version will face this problem espesially in database part at the last step.
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