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Obtain Protection or Restraining Orders
- Ask your local domestic violence program who can help you get a civil protection order and who can help you with criminal prosecution.
- Ask for help in finding a lawyer.
In most places, a judge can:
- Order the abuser to stay away from you or your children.
- Order the abuser to leave your home.
- Give you temporary custody of your children.
- Order the abuser to pay you temporary child support.
- Order the police to come to your home while the abuser picks up personal belongings.
- Give you possession of the car, furniture and other belongings.
- Order the abuser to go to a batterer's intervention program.
- Order the abuser not to call you at work.
- Order the abuser to give guns to the police.
If you are worried about any of the following, make sure you:
- Show the judge any pictures of your injuries.
- Tell the judge that you do not feel safe if the abuser comes to your home to pick up the children to visit with them.
- Ask the judge to order the abuser to pick up and return the children at the police station or some other safe place.
- Ask that any visits the abuser is permitted are at very specific times so the police will know by reading the court order if the abuser is there at the wrong time.
- Tell the judge if the abuser has harmed or threatened the children.
- Ask that visits be supervised; think about who could do that for you.
- Get a certified copy of the court order.
- Keep the court order with you at all times
Criminal Proceedings
What to do at the hearing
- Show the prosecutor your court orders.
- Show the prosecutor medical records about your injuries or pictures if you have them.
- Tell the prosecutor the name of anyone who is helping you (a victim advocate or a lawyer).
- Tell the prosecutor about any witnesses to injuries or abuse.
- Ask the prosecutor to notify you ahead of time if the abuser is getting out of jail.

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In the beginning there was nothing. Only Oneness.
A space in the nothing was surrendered.
Each creation was given the gift of oneness. Each joined into more complex wholes.
The most novel and distinctive beings emerged, yet none had awakened to the gift they had received.
Let me take you on an excursion…
Let me take you to the place we long for.
Value this moment as if it were a mysterious gift…
It's a gift for the taking.
It's possible to remain at home in the world.
Let us go beneath the noise.
Our encounter with One is well-being. It is always available.
Some say that at the crux of things everything is random.


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Complete our survey
Take part in our short online survey to earn two points on the Green Tree Schools Award.
Teacher feedback is very valuable to us. Completing our short questionnaire will take just a few minutes of your time but it will really help us improve our activities for schools.
"The Green Tree Schools Award has made us more creative in our outdoor planning and helped us develop our outside area for the children."
- Primary school teacher
The first questions are about planting our free tree packs. If you haven't received one you can still take part in the survey by skipping this section and answering questions about the Green Tree Schools Award.
You'll have the opportunity to upload one photo during the survey. If you'd like to share more photos with us please email them to firstname.lastname@example.com with 'Tell us about your experience' in the subject line. (Don't forget to include your school's name and postcode.)
How to claim your points
You can earn two points the first time you complete our survey. They will be awarded after the online form is fully completed and submitted (usually within two weeks).
We always welcome feedback so you will be able to participate in future questionnaires, but you will only receive points for this activity once.


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Numericable's Challenging Numbers
The French Firm Plans to Sell a Stake With an IPO, but Not All Cable Companies Are Created Equal
Cable companies are currently all the rage with investors. Now Numericable is hoping to dial in to that demand. The private-equity-owned French cable operator plans to sell a 20% to 40% stake in an initial public offering in Paris in coming weeks and raise up to $250 million in fresh capital, potentially valuing the company at up to €5 billion ($6.74 billion). But investors shouldn't get their wires crossed: Not all cable companies are created equal.
Cinven and Carlyle, whose investments in Numericable date back to 2005 and...


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Strawberry Dragon Fruit Shake/
The other day I was craving a Strawberry Milkshake from In-n-Out. I thought I'd improvise and satisfy this craving. This shake's secret ingredient: yellow pea powder, a protein-rich ingredient that can help stop hunger cravings. High-protein foods trigger the hormones that keep you satiated, and this shake is the best way to incorporate pea protein powder into a healthy, low-calorie snack.
Since dragon fruit and strawberries are in season, I knew that these ingredients would make a delicious good-for-you shake.
What You'll Need
7 - 8 Strawberries 1 Dragon Fruit 10 - 12 Ice Cubes 4 - 6 oz Coconut Water 1 - 2 scoops pea protein powder
Pea protein can be found at Whole Foods, Amazon or any type of health foods store.
Dragon fruit is an extremely beautiful fruit that has dazzling flowers and an intense shape and color. The dragon fruit is usually a dark red color, although some types of this fruit are pink or yellow. The skin of the dragon fruit is a thin rind. The skin is usually covered in scales, and the center of the fruit is made up of a red or white, sweet tasting pulp. If your area carries them, do yourself a favor and try these taste fruits!
You'll want to blend everything together until you have a smooth mixture, pour into a glass an enjoy.
What To Love
What I love about Dragon fruit is that it is rich in Vitamin C, contains lots of antioxidants, and fiber. Dragon Fruit and Pea Protein are also one of the best foods to naturally boost your energy.
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What You'll Need

- 7 - 8 Strawberries
- 1 Dragon Fruit
- 10 - 12 Ice Cubes
- 4 - 6 oz Coconut Water
- 1 - 2 scoops pea protein powder
- You'll want to blend everything together until you have a smooth mixture, pour into a glass an enjoy.


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Coaching, Creativity, and Community
Here we are, the first in the series of feature artists! If I'm going to ask others to put there work out there and move into a place of vulnerability, to take that risk, then I figure I need to do it first.
The love of colour and creativity started for me as a young girl. I would sit and colour and draw for hours upon hours. Taking art class all through high school, but having a negative experience with one of my teachers and having my Dad tell me that "art doesn't pay," I moved away from all things art until my mid 20's.
In my 20's I took a couple of life drawing classes and dabbled some in animation, but life took over and again I quit any pursuit of art. It has now been about 5 years since I started drawing with pencil and pastels again and I decided to give painting a try. For me, the process of creating is what I enjoy. It is a place where I get lost in the motions and the colours, all other thoughts drop away and I am fully engaged in the process. It is a great stress reliever and tool to enter into a place of being completely present, in the moment, enjoying the possibilities.
I took a class in spirit led painting many years ago and loved it, so much that I started to gather supplies and led friends through the process. This grew into a love for helping inspire others creatively.
Next, I took a creativity coaching program called Creatively Fit. This was super fun and launched me into the world of coaching. Not only did I grow artistically myself but it also strengthened my love for helping others and gave me some great tools and processes to work with.
Wanting to learn more in the field of coaching I took a life coach training program with Erickson College. Now I am a fully trained life and creativity coach, passionate about my own art and working with other artists and entrepreneurs as they move forward, in the art that is their life.


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If you are just starting to explore virtual reality, it can become a little daunting given all the options.
- Select your headset. Once you've established what you want to use VR for, picking a headset is easy.
- Select the right computer to power the experience. If you've chosen to go with desktop virtual reality, you'll need a powerful computer to run the headset.
Using Prospect in no-HMD mode
Prospect allows users to join meetings and view files from a desktop with no headset connected. The functionality in this mode is limited, and the full immersive effect of VR cannot be achieved in this mode. While this mode can be helpful for users joining meetings who do not have a headset, we recommend using Prospect with a VR headset for the best experience.


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Not only schools, businesses too have killed creativity.
In Sir Ken Robinson's incredible TED talk, he says "creativity now is as important in eduction as literacy." He perfectly defines creativity as "the process of having original ideas that have value." He explains that our schools have ruthlessly squandered our kids' tremendous talents. Unless we happen to work in a creative agency, organizations have continued the tradition of ruthlessly squashing creativity in adults.
I believe that creativity now is as important in business as experience and knowledge.
An IBM 2010 Global CEO study surveyed more than 1,500 CEOs and found that the majority believe successfully navigating increasing complexity will require creativity.
Would the following be the three most important reasons for doing process and people change management?
1 - Ability to successfully navigate a more complex world.
2 - Integrate daily processes that drive people creativity.
3 - Foster creativity that drives value.


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Wednesday, 27 July 2016
5 Things I Wish I Was Told Before I Started Blogging
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These five points are so, so true! I definitely wish I'd known these things before I started! :) xxxReplyDelete
Sarah / Sarah SmilesReplies
I'm glad you can relate xxDelete
So relatable! I wish I knew how long blogging took, i thought it was just write a post and publish but it is s much more xxReplyDelete
So did I but it definitely takes so much more hard work, we all know how much so I won't go into detail again xxDelete
Wow! For five months you've got some serious stuff going on here! Congratualtions! I've been at it for about one and a half years now and everything is still very slow. I should have really used your tip number 5 earlier but I was very timid and didn't know how to.ReplyDelete
xxx Anissa
Aw thankyou so much, that was so nice of you to say! Just keep putting in the hard work lovely, it'll pay off soon! xxxDelete
I wish I knew how big the blogging community was before coming into it. I feel like it's impossible to get to know everyone. Lovely post! xxReplyDelete
It can be quite over whelming sometimes, just keep chatting but I tend to lean towards certain types of people who i'd consider as friends. As much as I'd love to be you can't be friends with everyone unfortunately, thankyou lovely! xxDelete
I feel like I'm still very new to blogging as I can be quite on and off with it, which is kind of a problem. However, this post is super helpful and true! I had no idea about the massive blog community on Twitter and it's so great to know there are other people out there. <3ReplyDelete
I love how many friends I've gained from it especially you lot from ttatb! xxDelete
This is such a cute and relatable post - I love it! I completely agree with everything you have written - blogging IS tough, but it is so worth it in the end! Love your blog <3ReplyDelete
Frances x
Thankyou so much Frances! I wouldn't change blogging for the world now xxDelete
The whole blogging process is such a learning curve all the time. I learn something knew everyday that I'm like damn I wish I'd known when I started. These 5 are definitely the most relatable though! Especially number 2 haha. Great post, love your blog! Jess xxReplyDelete
I've literally only just learnt how to say no to PR companies. And I still don't believe it's professional enough,I guess I'll learn with time. Thankyou for reading xxDelete
This post is so accurate! I'm a fairly new blogger myself and I wish I knew all of these before getting started, especially how important promoting yourself is! :P xxReplyDelete
You're smashing it then if you're a new blogger, I always thought you'd been blogging for some time now, thankyou for reading Lucy xxDelete
- Anonymous4 August 2016 at 17:09
These are so true! I definitely didn't realise how big the blogging community was until I was suddenly in it!ReplyDelete
Don't get me wrong though I love how big the community is xxDelete
Very true on all fronts. Blogging is kind of a thing everyone thinks is wicked easy but it takes some serious time and dedication. You're also hounded at times. :)ReplyDelete
S .x http://ramblingsofayoungprgirl.blogspot.com/Replies
It's definitely not easy when you put in all your effort xDelete
Totally agree with some of these points! I too didn't ever hear about vlogging and blogging etc until later on in life and then it came as a surprise to me to see how large the community got! Keep doing your thing, makesure you keep it as your hobby, you are bound to get bloggers block but as long as you love it you should never stop :) XXReplyDelete
Aw thankyou Sophie xxDelete
I blogged years ago, so I kind of already knew what to expect. However things have changed in terms of social media, before you literally had to rely on forums and commenting on people's websites, there was no way of promoting! So that is something I'm still getting the hang of. It's like am I annoying people when I post on twitter all the time, sometimes I just can't tell!ReplyDelete
Em x
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Oo did you? That sounds so weird that it used to be like that compared to how it is now. Yeah I feel annoying keep pushing my blog out there everyday but It's got to be done I guess, Unless you're not bothered about the readership and just writing it for your own personal needs xxDelete
I couldn't agree with this more!ReplyDelete
I didn't know how much work went into blogging each day.
Fab post!
Charlotte xx
Thankyou Charlotte xxDelete
I had no idea how big blogging was either! There are just so many blogs - but I try to look at it as seeing how many cool new interesting people there are to connect to!ReplyDelete
The amount of time updating all social media accounts whilst forward planning and writing new blogs as well is something which I think a lot of people don't realise they'll need to factor in time for.
This is a great resource for people thinking about starting to blog, as well as something really relatable for current bloggers!
Sending you best wishes and positive vibes.
Nicky xx | www.curious-journeying.comReplies
Can relate to so much, is so time consuming sometimes, some people don't realise how much hard work it is even though it's only my hobby, thankyou for reading xxDelete
These are sooo true and I can 100% relate! I wish I knew these too, thanks for sharing! XxxReplyDeleteReplies
Thankyou for reading xxxDelete
I couldn't of said if better. Agree with everything and some great advice for people who are thinking about starting a blog.ReplyDelete
Thanks for sharing
Steph xx
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When I wrote it I didn't think it'd be good for new bloggers as well as current bloggers. I've fallen lucky this time. Thankyou for reading xxDelete
This is great advice for me as I've only just started blogging and I'm already worried about 'bloggers block'! It's reassuring to know that everyone goes through this at some stage.ReplyDelete
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Violeta Aylward, an agency nurse working for the NHS, was caught on camera turning off the ventilator keeping quadriplegic Jamie Merrett alive.
The 37-year-old, left paralysed from the neck down following a car accident in 2002, had a bedside camera set up at his home after becoming concerned about the standard of care he was receiving.
Footage recorded only a few days after it was installed shows Miss Aylward fiddling with the ventilator before a high-pitched warning tone sounds, indicating it is switched off.
Mr Merrett is then left fighting for life as the nurse panics about what to do next, unable to restart the ventilator or properly operate resuscitation equipment.
It was not until 21 minutes later that paramedics who rushed to the scene managed to turn the life support machine back on.
But by that time, Mr Merrett had suffered serious brain damage, which has left him with the mental capacity of a young child.
Before the incident, he was able to talk, use a wheelchair and operate a computer using voice-activated technology.
His family claims that the brain damage has severely diminished his quality of life, and he is now mounting legal action.
Miss Aylward, who was caring for Mr Merrett at his home in Devizes, Wilts, has been suspended while the incident is investigated by the Nursing and Midwifery Council.
Ambition 24hours, the agency which supplied her, said it could not comment as an internal investigation was ongoing.
The NHS Wiltshire Primary Care Trust, which was responsible for providing care for Mr Merrett, said it was unable to comment due to pending legal action.
Karren Reynolds, Mr Merrett's sister, told the BBC's Inside Out programme: "His life is completely changed. He doesn't have a life now.
"He has an existence but it's nowhere near what it was before. He is very brain damaged compared to what he was before.
"He was a highly intelligent man and you could have long in-depth conversations with him and now it tends to be more simplistic."
She added that her brother has become increasingly worried about alleged errors involving nurses operating his ventilator in the weeks before the incident.
Mr Merrett had written to the trust by email, warning of his concerns but that nothing was done, she claimed.
A confidential report by Wiltshire social services into the incident – leaked to Inside Out – concluded that the agency was fully aware it was required to supply a nurse with training in the use of a ventilator.
The report says the company did not have adequate systems in place to check what training their staff had received.
Mr Merrett's solicitor, Seamus Edney, said: "In my experience, this is the worst case of negligence.
"No one has come forward to make any admission, so now almost two years after the event we are trying to get someone to admit liability for what has happened."
In a statement, NHS Wiltshire Primary Care Trust said: "The PCT has investigated the incident in January 2009 when the patient's ventilator care was compromised.
"We have apologised to the patient and his family for this, and have put in place a series of actions to ensure that such an event will not occur again either for this patient or others.
"The incident is the subject of likely litigation so the PCT is restricted in what further it may say in public."
Miss Aylward, 55, from Reading, Berks, has not commented on the case.


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My name is Brain Brian
This outstanding book by Jeanne Betancourt, portrays the life of a boy who struggles to hide his dyslexia from his friends. Based on the author's personal experience as a dyslexic, this novel is "drawn from real insight".
Fish in a Tree
Ally has been smart enough to fool a lot of smart people. Every time she lands in a new school, she is able to hide her inability to read by creating clever yet disruptive distractions. She is afraid to ask for help; after all, how can you cure dumb? However, her newest teacher Mr. Daniels sees the bright, creative kid underneath the trouble maker. With his help, Ally learns not to be so hard on herself and that dyslexia is nothing to be ashamed of. As her confidence grows, Ally feels free to be herself and the world starts opening up with possibilities. She discovers that there's a lot more to her—and to everyone—than a label, and that great minds don't always think alike.
Knees: The mixed up world of a boy with dyslexia
This is a good book for kids dealing with dyslexia. The author explains what life is like for a child with dyslexia, from backward letters and numbers, to words jumbling in the air and falling into his ear messed up and difficult to understand.
Thank You, Mr. Falker
This is one of my all time favorite picture books! The story's main character, Trisha, so badly wants to read. Due to her undiagnosed dyslexia, she struggles with reading until with her 5th grade teacher, Mr. Falker, discovers her secret and teaches her how to read. On the last page of the story, the author reveals that "Trisha" is Patricia Polacco, and Mr. Falker was the teacher who changed her life. Have a box of tissues handy while reading this beautiful story - I can never make it through dry eyed!
Josh: A Boy With Dyslexia
This is the first children's book I ever read featuring a main character with dyslexia. It was part of a fourth grade study about "understanding differences." My students loved reading this book, along with Janover's book, Zipper: A Kid with ADHD. It gave them a glimpse into someone else's life and struggles. It also taught them that a disability doesn't define a person or their worth.
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Jennifer Cerra has been an educator since 1998 working with students in grades K-8. She received her degree in English Literature from Boston University, Masters degree in Elementary Education from Lesley University, and reading specialist and Orton-Gillingham certifications from Fairleigh Dickinson University. After working as an elementary classroom teacher in Bernards TWP for 18 years, she now works as a part time Learning Workshop reading specialist for the Summit Public School District providing intervention to primary age children. When she's not helping students achieve their reading goals, she's spending time with her amazingly supportive husband, three beautiful children, and two furry babies.
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Happy Sunday and Happy (almost) Halloween, Killer Bs! We're all treats and no tricks around here (although I suppose that depends on how you feel about this week's workouts, huh?), cruising into Week FIVE of the Mini Challenge series. We're back to high intensity training with a week full of fun challenges, new moves and plenty of sweat!
Click on the photo below to open and save the PDF with clickable links to each of this week's workouts. Monday's and Tuesday's workouts will be available after 2:30 am PDT on their respective days, but right now you can enjoy the teaser view of the thumbnails. 🙂
On MONDAY, we're starting the week with an oh-so-sweaty SEATED Cardio Toning HIIT. Don't roll your eyes at me, this is not your grandmother's seated workout. I was SORE afterward! I'm pretty sure it's the toughest chair workout I've made to date. Which makes me want to make a tougher one next time … 🙂
TUESDAY's workout is a terrific 30 minute RUN + WALK with a chat about the SECRET to my running SUCCESS. Don't worry, this isn't technical running advice and I promise that you'll be capable of doing this particular thing yourself. We're taking it in long challenging intervals for this one – 5 minutes of running and 1 minute of walking, which you OF COURSE can use the other way around if you'd prefer.
WEDNESDAY is a fun and sweaty stack of HOT 100 videos, aimed at whittling your middle with some bodyweight CARDIO and one heavy WEIGHT.
Speaking of weights, THURSDAY's workout is a Kettlebell favorite of mine! We're slowing things down with STRENGTH TRAINING that will actually speed up your metabolism. How's that work? Easy! The more muscle tone you have, the more calories you're burning every minute of every day.
On FRIDAY, we're rounding out the week with a super sweaty and very challenging LOW IMPACT CARDIO workout. There's no mistaking this one for low intensity, since your heart rate will be skyrocketing even while your feet stay on the ground.
As always, Killer B, I hope you enjoy the CHALLENGE this week, and be sure to tag me (@pahlabfitness) on Instagram or Twitter so I can cheer you on! #PahlaBMiniChallenge


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Telling the Story of the Power of Events
The purpose of this commentary is to provide a start point to inspire input from the event industry on the unique and potentially catalytic impact which the event industry could have on achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals. This is part of our work with the UN Year of Sustainable Tourism for Development.
Do you believe events can be a tool to achieve the UN Sustainable Development Goals? How do you picture the future of the industry? This campaign will only be successfull if you share your view below! It only takes 2 minutes, but makes a global positive impact!


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As in Boston
I didn't go. But taking a little from here and other little from there, is possible to have a "little reconstruction" of what happened in Boston.
In the Summit web we have avalaible some PDFs and videos (coming soon) about some of the conferences. DAnyway, we'll put the focus upon those about graphics.
Paco Oca uploaded on his blog some days ago three videos with Javier's conference. And Javier hmself uploaded on his personal web a link with a PDF of it..
Most of the are very basic, but there's always a little detail we haven't notices and could be very useful. I think the real workshops were better than this, but at least we have something
- Illustrator
- Photoshop
- Flash
We had two conferences about online, one focused on designm but also useful for graphics, with Jean Crandall (Washington Post) and Kelli Sulivan (LA Times). Kelli Sullivan's conferences about the project Altered Oceans is avalaible in PDF.
The other one, focused in graphics, had Len de Groot and Rafa Höhr talking about graphics form print to mutimedia. Both are uploaded.
- Len de Groot
- Rafa Höhr
Archie Tse (NY Times) and Javier Zarracina took this section. Archie's PDF with some statistical works from NYT is amazing.
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Quinoa Edamame Salad Recipe/
Quinoa Edamame Salad is great for parties and can be served in throw-away cups for serving ease. Also great as a salad to have in the fridge all week! It is packed with fresh fruit and veggies and it is so healthy and delicious.
My boys and I definitely make the most of summer. We have just completed six of seven summer 2017 trips and I swear there's an eighth that I'm forgetting about. It was sad driving away from our amazing family in Iowa today. We won't see most of them until next summer and that is a sad thought because we cherish them so much.
This delicious...and I'm talking toooootalllly delicious...salad was made on trip #3 this summer (so I'm behind). I made this on the road when we were RV-traveling through Montana. Dan and I absolutely devoured it in its entirety, and it makes a BIG big batch. It is packed with freshness, healthy ingredients, texture, color and flavor you can't even imagine.
This is the perfect party food because you can scoop a large spoonful into a plastic cup for each of your guests. Stick a plastic spoon into it and they can eat and mingle! I'm declaring that to be the official subtitle for this salad: Eat and Mingle.
But don't limit this beauty to parties! It can also be an amazing unsung hero, sitting covered in the fridge. We love to munch on this throughout the week, whether it's solo or stuffed into a wrap or thrown over a leafy salad.
ENJOY! Have a great week! Thanks for being here!
Check out my Rainbow Quinoa Salad for another delicious way to enjoy quinoa, and my Edamame Tomato Corn Salad for a different way to enjoy edamame!
This is great at parties and can be served in throw-away cups for serving ease. Also great as a salad to have in the fridge all week!
- 2 cups cooked quinoa
- 14-oz. package edamame, cooked according to package directions and rinsed with cold water
- 8-oz. container cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
- 1 pint fresh blueberries
- 1 bunch green onions, thinly sliced (white and light green parts only)
- Juice of 2 limes
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and mix well. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve!


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Give Now
Faced with water shortages, one Indian state is re-introducing drought tolerant millets to people's diets.
This humble dish was one of the first ways humans learned to unlock the nutrition in grains. Now, chefs are embracing its sumptuous, delicious possibilities.
On the podcast, what was behind the White Violet Center's decision to get certified organic (again). And, millet isn't just for the birds anymore -- or is it?
Millet isn't just for the birds anymore. This hearty salad is a little sweet and a little crunchy.
We aren't so different after all, and that could be a bad thing when it comes to the global food supply.
Millet is a common ingredient in bird seed, but we humans can enjoy it as well. Gluten-free eaters, this one's for you!
The students are back! Big Red Eats Green wants to introduce them to local options for their off-campus eating. And, chia seeds for breakfast and caprese salad.


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Substance Abuse and Suicide Prevention: Evidence & Implications: A White Paper
Total CE Credit Hours: 2
Course Info URL: http://www.ce-credit.com/courses/101821
About the Course:
Substance Abuse and Suicide Prevention: Evidence and Implications is a White Paper that focuses on the current state of knowledge at the intersection of substance abuse and suicide. The first section focuses on the epidemiology of suicide itself. The second section provides an overview of what we know and do NOT know of the impact of substance abuse, including both drugs and alcohol, on suicide risk. The final section of the document explores suicide prevention within the public health context of behavioral health promotion and illness prevention.
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This course is recommended for health care professionals, especially addiction counselors, psychologists, mental health counselors, and social workers who seek knowledge about the implications of substance abuse and suicide. It is appropriate for all levels of participants' knowledge.
Course Objectives:
Discuss how suicide is a national and preventable public health problem.
Identify the correlation between suicide and substance abuse.
Explain the importance of adopting a public health approach to prevent suicide and behavioral disorders.
Utilize the suicide prevention-related evidence-based practices and programs.
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After my post last night, my thoughts today were I wish something drastic would happen, I wish things would change fast. Well as I thought more about what I wrote, I realized nothing drastic is just going to happen, change won't take place unless i instigate it. I sat down to try and write a list of all the things I want to work on, I couldn't get past number 1. Get clean. I started thinking about my "plan" for getting clean. It revolves around the idea that the timing will be right, along with the circumstances. Then I realized, how often do my plans actually pan out? When is there ever a perfect time to do it? There's not… Life will always happen, and as long as I use that as an excuse, I will continue to use… So I have decided to try and quit cold turkey, in the middle of my work week, I have the kids tomorrow, you and I are going to see a movie Thursday. This is life, if I accept that these are as good as my circumstances will ever get, short of taking a month off work, I will be better off. I am going to use the Thomas Recipe which a lot of people say does help. I am going to take my last pills tonight after work, and give whatever I have left to my sister so I don't have access. The battle will be at work. 8 hours I have to survive, then after that I won't have a choice. I am not thinking to far ahead, I am going to deal with each moment as it comes. I am going to fight with everything I have in me to just do the damn thing. There is nothing to wait for, it's going to suck bad, and the mental battle is going to be nearly impossible. I am just going to try and hold on to this feeling I have now, this raw feeling of wanting this so bad, no matter what I have to go through. I am going to try and write, a lot during this time. I want to describe everything I go through on these pages, get it all out, process it rationally, and perhaps remind myself that it is only temporary. Even if I suffer for weeks, or a couple months, what is that compared to the rest of my life? Remember that. Let's do this.
Cold Turkey
I am a father of two, a nurse, and at the time of writing this trying to find myself, and be the man my wife and family wants and needs, the man I want to be. My true self died many years ago, it's time to start over.


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E3 has once again come and gone. *Sigh* On this episode, we talk about our favorite highlights of 2015's E3 with special guests, Gaming Rebellion's own, Aggro-Sky and Derik Moore. Joy and rage ensues! All this and more on the Pondering Nerdcast.
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Fabric: Tencel twill
Size: 14
Any Adjustments: After making a muslin, I shortened the crotch on the pant front and back and sized down 2-3 sizes. For the pair featured here, I extended the culottes to ankle length and added simple slash pockets.
Review: These pants are full-on culottes, folks! The pattern was designed for lighter weight knits, but I've sewn them in wovens and there's plenty of ease.
To get a more traditional culotte length, more indicative of the pattern cover, I would have had to shorten these 6". Instead, after my muslin, I made them longer, to just above the ankle. I also sized down to reduce some of the width: these pants are super wide. I love the added length on me, as it helps balance the width of the pant leg, which I also love: these pants are comfortable and swishy, with a whole lot of movement.
So my verdict? Easy fit (size down, probably), perfect for all the drapey fabrics, yay for #secretpajamas, and, once I got used to the style on me, I'm planning to make at least a few more pairs. They're also a nice base for basic customization. I'd like to create a full-length pair for fall, with a paperbag style waist and a self-fabric belt, maybe?? Because if you're wearing suuuper wide-legged culottes, you might as well embrace the statement you're making.


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I have a friend who is amazing at hair and makeup! I am going to have her be my wedding day stylist to save some money!"
At some point, I know this has crossed your mind. Your probably left your hair and makeup to the end of the planning and at this point, you've already gone over your budget. So now you are just doing anything and everything you can to save! While it may sound like a great idea to hire your friend at the time, and I am sure she is amazing at doing hair and makeup, before you make that decision, I urge you to read through this article and then decide if that is your best option!
Because my guess is that you are absolutely going to change your mind as soon as you hear the horrors of hiring a non-professional for your wedding day! And I've asked for some help from Dee, Owner of Swell Beauty, to show you why this is a HUGE MUST!
But before we give you our take, our beautiful bride Kelsey gives her own insight on hiring a professional and why she chose Swell Beauty for her wedding day!
The Cancellation
Because this friend of yours is not being paid, they are more likely to cancel on you at any given time because there is nothing keeping them from staying! And even if you are paying him or her, that comfort aspect allows a friend an "out," where a professional would never even think of cancelling on a bride! Okay, so she is your best friend and you just know she would never cancel...well that's what you think now! But just wait until a couple weeks before the wedding...
"About 95% of the time, we are called last minute without having time for a trial because a friend has cancelled or has become too stressed and felt too much pressure to go through with the bridal hair and makeup." - Dee, Owner of Swell Beauty
While you may feel a complete sense of comfort because you have been friends since you were four years old, this is actually more of a reason that she would cancel on you! This is one of the biggest days of your life, thus far, and is a TON of pressure to perform well! What if you don't like it? What if your up do falls out before the night is over? What if the photos don't turn out well and it is all her fault??
These are all of the questions that are swirling through your friend's head...and for good reason!
The Celebration of YOU
Your best friend is able to control her nerves and pull through for your wedding day. She does your hair and makeup beautifully, on top of being an amazing bridesmaid!
But how did you imagine your wedding morning with your bridesmaids? Personally, I think that is a time for a group of friends to relax, get pampered, and enjoy some music and laughs together before the craziness begins!
But for her, there is no time for relaxation and fun! "The friend feels that she cannot enjoy the wedding since she is technically working. She feels pressured to have her bride look amazing all day!" - Dee, Swell Beauty
So not only through the "getting ready stage" but through the entire wedding day, she will not be able to sit back, relax, and enjoy this special day for her best friend, but instead will be constantly looking at her work, critiquing it, and making sure each hair and eyelash stays in place!
Now that doesn't sound like much fun to me! So keep the stress to the professionals, and let your friends relax and enjoy themselves :)
Your Cut & Color Stylist
100% of the time there will be changes made and things that come up that weren't exactly as planned for your wedding day. And that is where the professionals come in. But first, let me define "professional: in regards to this series:
Professional: A hair stylist and makeup artist who specializes in wedding day hair and makeup. This is not the girl who cuts and colors your hair, and that is a very important distinction that needs to be made! Although they are professionals, they are not the type of professionals we are talking about in this series!
"Professionals have more experience in dealing with stress, pressure, timing, and unexpected changes throughout the wedding day" (Dee, Swell Beauty) whereas your cut and color stylist doesn't! He or she isn't working under pressure each and every day - if she runs 10 minutes behind schedule for your haircut, she can just hand you tea and a magazine and you are good to go! But on your wedding day, this is not going to fly.
Your every day cut and color stylist may be amazing, but she is not used to working under pressure and on top of that, she doesn't do wedding up-dos and makeup each and every day. You want the professional who specializes in exactly what you need!
The Moral Obligation
I know you may feel the pressure to hire your everyday stylist or your friend, but I am telling you that you have no obligation to hire him or her, so don't let that get to you! If you are feeling the pressure, here is what you say:
"You are fantastic at what you do and I love your work, but I really want you to be able to just enjoy the wedding day and not have to worry about my hair and makeup!"
Plain and simple. And then no feelings are hurt!
A Friendship Lost
You're sitting there on your wedding day, about to walk down the aisle to say "I Do" and you look in the mirror at your final look, and you hate it. You don't feel pretty and you just want to cry!
Wouldn't that just be the worst??
Despite the fact that you may have done a trial beforehand, your friend is not in the business of duplicating her work each and every time. You can't tell her you hate it because you don't want to hurt her feelings and worst of all, you don't feel gorgeous on your wedding day! Will this friendship remain strong?
"Most of the time brides have told me that they regret using a friend for their services because they felt bad telling them that they were not happy with their work. And almost every time, the hair and makeup don't last. Guilt is a big factor and most brides have told me that those friendships have changed and have becomes very awkward." - Dee, Swell Beauty
These are all real-life scenarios that happen to brides all of the time, just because she felt bad saying no in the first place, or because she was trying to save a couple bucks. Is a couple bucks really worth it to you? Is it worth a ruined friendship and a negative bump in your wedding day?
It needs to last all day!
On my wedding day, we started getting ready at 8:00am and our ceremony didn't start until 5:30pm. Yes, we had a lot of bridesmaids to get ready, but even if you don't you need your hair and makeup to last for a very long time.
And you can trust that a professional's work, a wedding professional's work, will last well through the night! Not only do they have the tools and experience to know how to make this happen, but they use professional products, and not products that you can find at a convenient store.
The products are meant to last and are used because they work! "A professional who does weddings constantly has the experience to know how certain hair types are going to last and what products work best for longevity." (Dee, Swell Beauty)
You want to be pampered on your wedding day and you want to find a professional you can trust to pamper you, make you feel beautiful, and make it last! So choose a WEDDING professional, and you are sure to prevent those horrors from happening!
I hope that this series is not only fun for you to watch, see, and read, but that is eases any worries or unknowns about what your hair and makeup trial will be like. Our goal is to guide you through the process of choosing your stylists, offer you tips and tricks along the way, make sure you are best prepared for your trial, and help you through all the way to your wedding day!


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Yesterday I was fortunate to visit the final two exhibitions of paintings by the late, and truly great British painter David Prentice. He passed away on 7th May 2014 at the age of 77, leaving behind him an immense collection of work and a unique contribution to the British tradition of landscape painting.
Prentice fascinates me because his approach to landscape painting is so unlike any other artist. Traditionally trained in the art of drawing and painting in Birmingham in the 1950's he then travelled to New York and began making entirely abstract paintings. Over the following years, he slowly found a way to combine his love of traditional plein air landscape painting and his intuitive, studio based abstract approach. He would spend hours in the hills, (especially the Malverns after he moved there in 1990) drawing and painting beautiful pen and wash studies like the one pictured below, of "Tintern from the Devil's Pulpit". Then he would return to his studio and work only from memory, creating large oil paintings with many layers and colours, as above in "The Wye at Tintern". Somehow, the detail from the initial studies would find its way into the bigger pieces and an utterly unique combination of figurative and abstract would emerge. Tyre tracks, road signs and pedestrians are converted into thick slabs and bars of colour, laid over thin layers of rich colours. Foreground trees become rods of turquoise and yellow at the side of the painting. His eye for abstract composition allows him to play with shapes unconcerned about breaking 'the rules' of landscape painting. Reducing the colour contrast in his paintings reveals a simple pattern of values beneath each painting (the easiest way to do this is to squint at the picture through almost closed eyes). Although bright coloured and 'unreal' Prentice's paintings capture English light, place and weather like no other, the sense of space and depth in "Grey mist Malvern" is truly magical.
It may be a long time before we have another opportunity to view such a large collection of David Prentice's work. We can only hope that there will be an increasing level of recognition for his great contribution to our landscape painting heritage and that this will give rise to future exhibitions.
So, thank you, Mr Prentice for your inimitable work and your commitment to British painting. May your paintings give inspiration to generations to come and may you be remembered forever as a great innovator and painter of the beautiful British landscape.
There are currently two exhibitions of his work, one in Worcester Art Gallery and Museum, titled 'Skylight' curated by Prentice himself, offering a comparison between his own work and that of his hero Paul Nash. The second exhibition 'A Last Look at the Malverns' is at the John Davies Gallery in Moreton-in-Marsh, where Prentice had exhibited his new works annually for many years. They have a good selection of his works from recent years.
Exhibitions continue at John Davies Gallery until 19th July 2014
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The Fly bibs are in. Heading out now to do a test ride to see how they fit.
If you ordered some, I'll be shipping them out on Monday. Keep an eye out for them.
There are a few left if you still want some.
Friday, December 24, 2010
Fly Bibs
Posted by Rick Sunderlage at 1:32 PM
3 comments:
- Eric Gaoiran said...
I'm interested. Set something aside for me. Thanks
- December 24, 2010 at 6:39 PM
- Dave said...
Those look sweet! should be perfect for the St. George ride later next week!
- December 25, 2010 at 7:36 PM
- South County Ciclista said...
They look good. Are you still planning on riding in San Jorge this Wednesday?
- December 27, 2010 at 9:59 AM
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MultiKai Cooker – Slow Smoker Charcoal Cooker Manual
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The ability to slow cook or fast cook by simply adding or removing the heat deflector shield is one of the many features this product has to offer.
Slow Smoking / Cooking times: 75-130 degrees
By adding the deflector shield, reduces the temperature and restricts the charcoal / briquettes from burning off too fast. This slows down the smoking/cooking time to give you that tender and moist result and makes it very economical to cook. Absolutely perfect for a delicious family Sunday Roast.
Fast Smoking / Cooking times: 140- 200 degrees
By removing the deflector shield, increases the temperature substantially and gives you direct heat to the charcoal / briquettes for fast smoking/cooking time. Great for cooking steaks, sausages, kebabs, fish and more.
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Generic tomato soup and clam chowder will probably never go away, but creative innovation can help elevate soups to signature. Here are 10 upgrades, from creative garnishes to edgy, global mash-ups, that could give chicken noodle a run for your profits.
1. The Global Edge
The ascendance of sophisticated global mash-up restaurants has helped fuel the development of inventive interpretations of soup, pulling in global ingredients and traditions in eclectic, delicious presentations.
- Start with an iconic global ingredient, like garam masala or chorizo, then build a soup around it.
- Consider building a soup-of-the-day program or other rotation around different world cuisines.
SriraCha-Cha Carrot Soup
—Souplantation & Sweet Tomatoes, multiple locations
Local Rice Congee with duck confit, preserved cherries and arugula
—Rustic Canyon Wine Bar and Seasonal Kitchen, Santa Monica, Calif.
2. Thick & Luscious
Go ahead: Soup is classic comfort food, so go all out with creamy, luxurious texture in a puréed soup, velouté or bisque.
- Use on-trend Greek yogurt to bring creamy texture and a slight tang to thick soups.
- Almost any vegetable soup can be partially puréed to create a more luxurious experience that still has varied texture.
Grilled Cheese and Tomato Soup: Imagine the perfect grilled cheese sandwich next to a bowl of classic tomato soup, puréed together for the ultimate comfort soup.
—Kamasouptra, Portland, Maine
Butternut Shrimp Bisque
—Brigtsen's, New Orleans
3. Cauliflower Flourishes
With cauliflower enjoying the spotlight recently held by kale and Brussels sprouts, it makes sense to upgrade the cauliflower soup experience.
- Though cauliflower makes an excellent base for vegan and vegetarian soups, you can always add bacon, cheese or frizzled prosciutto for extra oomph.
- Combine roasted cauliflower with such complementary vegetables as carrots, parsnips or broccoli florets for more interest.
Cauliflower Soup with Espelette and herbs
—Oola, San Francisco
Cauliflower Soup with Madras curry pumpkin seeds, roasted cauliflower
—Bistro 222, Salt Lake City
4. Forecast Calls for Drizzles
Liquid garnishes added at the time of service lend delicious depth of flavor and can be swirled in by the customer or just dabbed in, spoonful by spoonful.
- Drizzle a squiggle of pesto, aïoli, puréed herbs or vegetables, or another colorful liquid across the top of a soup for visual effect.
- Present a soup with a cruet or shaker of flavored oil, or sherry or brandy for customers to add to their taste.
Summer Squash Soup with Yukon gold potatoes, strawberries, 16-year-old balsamic
—Hearthstone Restaurant, Breckenridge, Colo.
French Roasted Beet Leek Soup with tarragon crème fraîche
—Lemon Mediterranean Restaurant, Freehold, N.J.
5. Bring on the Char
Charring brings deep, nutty flavor and back-story interest to ingredients, especially fruits and vegetables; use that fact to punch up the appeal of veg-centric soups.
- The same charred vegetables used for a side dish (such as charred broccoli or green beans) can be incorporated into soup.
- Create a signature minestrone by charring all the vegetables, before or after cutting them, including zucchini, carrots, eggplant, tomatoes and more.
Charred Red Onion Soup
—Rue Dumaine, Dayton, Ohio
Charred Tomato Soup with grilled cheese crouton
—King + Duke, Atlanta
6. Soup as Snack
Who's to say soup can't be a snack? Unique plating, shareable concepts and other small-format presentations turn soup into a fun bar bite.
- Offer a pairing of mini soups and breads as an extension of a charcuterie plate.
- Serve soup in a teacup or shot glass to make it easier to eat as a snack.
Trio of Soups: Demitasse tasting of three soups (smoked chicken and andouille sausage gumbo; roasted sweet corn and blue crab soup; classic turtle soup)
—Acadiana, Washington, D.C.
Cauliflower Soup Shooters, truffled pimenta' grilled cheese
—Willi's Wine Bar, Santa Rosa, Calif.
7. Viva la Sopa
Mexican-style soups are trending now, thanks to the growing appeal of regional Mexican menu concepts—and the proven success of tortilla soup. Plus, you can't beat the layered, rich flavors.
- Translate the meatball trend through albondigas soup, a traditional Mexican rice-filled meatball soup that's also chock full of vegetables, cilantro, cumin and oregano.
- Experiment with gazpacho variations, including tomatillo, roasted red pepper, and even green grape and cucumber.
Pozole Verde: Chicken and hominy soup, Sinaloa style, with jalapeño chile, tomatillo and spices, topped with radish, lettuce, onion and oregano
—Colibri Mexican Bistro, San Francisco
Chile Atole Soup: Mexico City-style corn soup, roasted poblano, epazote, crispy corn masa croutons, chile piquin, lime
—Maya, New York
8. Check Your Pulses
Nutrient-rich beans, peas, chickpeas and lentils are trending, and perfect for hearty soups, especially meatless ones.
- Bean- and pulse-based soups are popular the world over, from all-American Senate bean soup (made with navy beans) to Indian red lentil soup.
- Showcase heirloom beans such as Jacob's Ladder and Mayocoba beans in signature soup recipes.
Green Chickpea Fagioli, cannellini bean, tomato broth, ditalini
—Crossroads, Los Angeles
Mulligatawny: Shredded chicken, mulligatawny, peppercorn and red chile
—Coriander, Larchmont and White Plains, N.Y.
9. Alt-Milk Soups
Not just for the dairy-free set, soups made creamy with ingredients like coconut milk, nut milks like almond or cashew, or other alternate milk bases like soy or rice, also confer flavor and trend cues.
- Substitute soy milk in traditional recipes like cream of tomato or mushroom soup.
- Experiment with traditional Thai soups that showcase coconut milk, such as tom kha gai (coconut chicken soup).
Sweet Potato Curry Soup: Roasted sweet potatoes, lemongrass coconut cream, pickled Fresno, cilantro
—Telegraph, Denver
Potato and Almond Milk Soup with raisins and pumpkin seeds
—Noe Restaurant and Bar, Houston and San Francisco
10. What's On Top Counts
Interesting garnishes, swirls, toppings and other soup finishes add flavor, texture and value, and can set even the most traditional soup apart.
- Flavored croutons of all sorts add texture and eye appeal.
- Serve specialty soups with a tray of different complementary garnishes (fresh herbs, chopped tomatoes, grated cheese, toasted nuts/seeds, etc.) so that guests can customize.
Chicken Pot Pie Soup: Creamy chicken soup with mixed vegetables, garnished with crumbled pie crust
—Zoup!, multiple locations
Roasted Corn Bisque with spicy popcorn, bacon lardon, sweet red pepper emulsion
—American Bounty Restaurant, Hyde Park, N.Y.


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COEUR D'ALENE, Idaho--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Hecla Mining Company (NYSE:HL) ("Hecla") announced today that a wholly-owned subsidiary of Hecla exercised warrants to acquire 1,250,000 common shares ("Shares") of Dolly Varden Silver Corporation ("Dolly Varden").
The warrants entitled Hecla Canada Ltd. ("Hecla Canada") to acquire 1,250,000 Shares at a price of C$0.30 each. As a consequence, Hecla, through Hecla Canada, now controls or is deemed to control, 6,807,626 common shares of Dolly Varden, or approximately 11.87% of the Shares. Hecla no longer owns or controls any securities convertible into Shares.
The Shares will be acquired for investment purposes by Hecla. Hecla does not have any present intention to acquire ownership of, or control over, additional securities of Dolly Varden. It is the intention of Hecla to evaluate its investment in Dolly Varden on a continuing basis and such holdings may be increased or decreased in the future.
Founded in 1891, Hecla Mining Company (NYSE:HL) is a leading low-cost U.S. silver producer with operating mines in Alaska, Idaho and Mexico, and is a growing gold producer with operating mines in Quebec and Nevada. The Company also has exploration and pre-development properties in eight world-class silver and gold mining districts in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.
Cautionary Statements Regarding Forward Looking Statements
Statements made or information provided in this news release that are not historical facts are "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and "forward-looking information" within the meaning of Canadian securities laws. Words such as "may", "will", "should", "expects", "intends", "projects", "believes", "estimates", "targets", "anticipates" and similar expressions are used to identify these forward-looking statements. Such forward-looking statements or forward-looking information include statements or information regarding estimates of silver production for 2018 on a consolidated basis and at each of the Greens Creek, Lucky Friday and San Sebastian mines, annual gold production for 2018 at Casa Berardi, and second quarter 2018 production. Such forward-looking statements or forward-looking information include statements or information regarding estimates of gold production, revenue, EBITDA and mine life for Fire Creek, Midas and Hollister, as well as statements concerning the combined company's cash flow and probability. The material factors or assumptions used to develop such forward-looking statements or forward-looking information include that the Company's plans for development and production will proceed as expected and will not require revision as a result of risks or uncertainties, whether known, unknown or unanticipated, to which the Company's operations are subject.
Forward-looking statements involve a number of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected, anticipated, expected or implied. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, metals price volatility, volatility of metals production and costs, litigation, regulatory and environmental risks, operating risks, project development risks, political risks, labor issues, ability to raise financing and exploration risks and results. Refer to the Company's Form 10K and 10-Q reports for a more detailed discussion of factors that may impact expected future results. The Company undertakes no obligation and has no intention of updating forward-looking statements other than as may be required by law.


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Sunday, April 25, 2010
Sermon in a Sentence
But you're gonna have to serve somebody." - Bob Dylan
Friday, April 23, 2010
Sky Watch Friday - Finally Spring
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
Random Dozen
1. Ever had any run-ins with the "library police?"
Nope. The video rental police, however, that's a different story.
2. Do you have a special organizational plan and place for wrapping paper, gift bags, etc., or do you just purchase whatever you need as you give gifts?
I have a tote with bags, tissue, bows and a few boxes. I also have a tall container for wrapping paper. I try to buy the stuff when it's on sale and I usually reuse the bags I'm given.
3. Have you ever been in (first-hand witness) a natural disaster?
Thankfully NO! My closest relation to natural disasters has been the whole "getting struck by lightening" incident, experiencing a tremor when I lived in California, and all the "go to the basement" episodes that living in Indiana in the Spring creates.
4. What's your favorite Barry Manilow song?
Okay, I honestly almost threw up when I read this question. There was a time, long ago when I didn't abhor Barry Manilow music. That was before I worked for a lady who was in her mid 30's and was seriously a Manilow groupie (think screaming pre-teen girls at a Jonas Bros. concert). If he was playing anywhere within a days drive she went to see him and it was all she talked about for weeks before and after. She played his music continuously. Honestly, if I never heard another one of his songs for the rest of my life that would be fine with me. Prior to this Manilow torture I'd have probably picked Mandy.
5. What's the best costume you've ever worn?
I really don't know. I've been everything from a ladybug to Liza Minnelli in Cabaret. The worst, though, was when I was a kid and dressed up as a robot made out of a large cardboard box spray painted silver. It was a cute costume but I fell up and down a lot of porch steps that year.
6. Which do you use more often, the dictionary or the thesaurus?
Thesaurus - I'm pretty good at spelling (not typing) and knowing what words mean so I rarely use a dictionary. However (after all, all the same, anyhow, be that as it may, but, despite, for all that, in spite of, nonetheless, notwithstanding, on the other hand, though, withal, yet ), I will consult a thesaurus to keep from using the same word over and over.
7. What's your favorite breakfast food?
Pecan pancakes with real maple syrup.
8. Have you ever purchased anything from an infomercial?
Not that I can think of.
9. Have you ever crawled through a window?
Yep, to break in to my own house when I locked myself out. Broke a window once for the same reason.
10. Do you believe in love at first sight?
Lust at first sight or like at first sight-YES. Love - NO.
11. How many pairs of jeans do you own?
Own or own and that fit? Nine pair that I can wear (this includes one I don't really like and one I can only wear at home) and three pair that I'm hoping to get back into!
12. If someone were going to bake a cake to honor/represent you, what would it be? (Think creatively, like Duff and Crew on "Ace of Cakes.")
Well, since I think Duff can do almost anything I'd say a "travels" cake that also incorporated being a Mom and Grammy. I'd love something with mini scenes representing each of the 50 states that included taking the kids to Disney World when they were little and to see Rock City. There could be scenes of hubby and I in Alaska and New Orleans and scenes of other places that I hope to be able to take the grandbabies some day.
Sunday, April 18, 2010
Sermon in a Sentence
I believe that every sin starts with a lie, and every lie can lead us down a dangerous path.
-Nancy Leigh DeMoss
Friday, April 16, 2010
Sky Watch Friday
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Wednesday, April 14, 2010
Random Dozen
1. How do you feel about "Gladiator" sandals, also called "Roman" or "Jesus" sandals? A fashion yea or nay?
I think a few of the styles are cute but it's almost impossible for me to find any that will fit and not drive me crazy. It's the same problem I have with short boots-with my short legs the top ends up gouging my calf muscle.
2. What is your favorite pizza?
It's a toss up between a Pizza King royal feast and a Papa Murphy's Herb Chicken Mediterranean.
3. There are plans in the works to sell roughly 1,000 items from Star Trek: The Experience in Las Vegas. This means you could buy Picard's chair for your family room. If not a Star Trek item, what prop, background, set, etc. from what TV or movie would you buy if you could? [Ex: Hurley's "I Love my Shih tzu" shirt from LOST, the plantation home "Tara" from Gone With the Wind, or Tracy's tambourine from the Partridge Family.]
Sawyer from LOST - oops, that's a person. Okay, how about the hot air balloon from the Wizard of Oz.
4. Name a local food or restaurant that your area is famous for.
Wickes Sugar Creme Pie
5. What is your current favorite snack?
Trader Joes black bean dip with blue corn tortilla chips with flax seed has overtaken hummus and Stacy's pita chips.
6. Hypothetical: You are required to be a reality show contestant. Which show would you choose based on your probability of success? (You cannot choose "none.")
A. Dancing with the Stars
B. Biggest Loser
C. Survivor
D. The Amazing Race
7. On a scale of 1-10, with 1 being uninhabitable and 10 being cleanliness that meets the standards of OCD, how clean is your vehicle's interior?
If hubby hasn't borrowed it recently it's probably about a six.
8. It doesn't feel like Spring until the daffodils in my yard bloom .
9. Something that made you laugh really hard recently is my three year old grandaughter telling me "it's quite a predicament".
10. Tell me about a goal you're working toward.
Opting for my second thought - pushing myself outside of my comfort zone at least 2 or 3 times each week.
11. Share a thought-provoking or inspiring quote this week.
I don't know who said it but a friend just posted this on Facebook: The strength of a man isn't in the deep tone of his voice- it's in the gentle words he whispers. The strength of a man isn't how many buddies he has- it's how good of buddies he is with his children. The strength of a man isn't in how respected he is at work- it's in how respected he is at home. The strength of a man isn't in the weight he can lift- it's in the burdens he can carry.
12. Name one thing that you do as a parent that you absolutely know will make your kids happy. If you're not a parent, feel free to substitute "friend" or nomenclature that works for you.
You write that like there is one thing that will make all of them happy! Pretty sure that would be different for each of them and range from "I'll take insert grandchild's name here for the day if you want" to "we're fixing steak tonight if you want to join us."
Sunday, April 11, 2010
Sermon in a Sentence
Friday, April 9, 2010
Sky Watch Friday - Rainbow
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Wednesday, April 7, 2010
Random Dozen
1. Define a great relationship.
Seriously! I decided to do RD today as a distraction from all the relationship issues that I and others close to me are having at the moment. Therefore, I refuse to answer on the grounds that it might incriminate/overwhelm/irritate me or others who read my blog.
2. Why is it called a "drive-through" if you have to stop? (Real question: What was the last food/drink you purchased at a drive-through?)
It was McDonalds on the way home from Chicago a couple weeks ago. I rarely go to a drive-through anymore but it was late and we were all hungry. I had the Mac Snack. I justified it by the fact that it had to be better than eating an entire Big Mac and it took care of my once a year craving for one.
3. As I type this, the Butler Bulldogs are getting ready to play in the NCAA championship game. Every Hoosier is hysterical about this except me. So in honor of the Bulldogs ... what is your favorite breed of dog? (I tried.)
4. If you had to move to a state besides the one you currently live in, where would you move?
North Carolina
5. If you could change anything about the way you were raised, what would it be?
Honestly, I can't think of anything. My parents weren't perfect but they were very good, loving, and consistent. At age 14 to 18 I'm sure I'd have wanted to change a lot of things but now that I'm older and wiser...
6. Who's the funniest person you know?
That's a tie between you, Lidna, and my daughter Shantelle who could probably make a good living as a stand up comedian.
7. Did you get enough sleep last night?
Yes - I always sleep better when I can have the windows open.
8. What's the first thing you thought about this morning?
I usually pray first thing in the morning before I get out of bed but my very first thought this morning was about what the weather was going to be like today.
9. Grilled or Fried? --HONESTLY
It depends completely on what I'm eating. Almost all meats as an entree I prefer grilled. However, if I'm having a salad with chicken on it I prefer that fried. I know, I know.
10. Are you afraid of the dark?
Nope, although I did get a little nervous the night I was out at 2:00 a.m. watching a meteor shower (so had all the outside lights turned off) and heard some kind of animal in the woods.
11.When you were a kid, what did you want to be when you grew up?
At what age? I remember wanting to be a dancer - then I took lessons and found out that wasn't one of my talents. I wanted to be a nurse - then I volunteered at the hospital... I went through a "teacher" phase because that's what a lot of my family does. In high school and college I wanted to be a journalist. Through all of that I always wanted to be a Mom and that (and being a Grammy) is still my favorite thing to be.
12. If you had one word to describe yourself , what would you choose?
Sunday, April 4, 2010
Sermon in a Sentence
A ccess,
S in
T ransferred,
E mmanuel
R eigns!


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Steinerne Brücke
The Stone Bridge (Steinerne Brücke) in Regensburg, Germany, is a 12th-century bridge across the Danube linking the Old Town with Stadtamhof. For more than 800 years, until the 1930s, it was the city's only bridge across the river. It is a masterwork of medieval construction and an emblem of the city.
Road (closed to traffic)
Total length - 308.7 metres (1,013 ft)
Construction end - 12th-century, probably in 1135–1146
Replaces Wooden bridge
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STO Patch, Starbase Ships, Odyssey and Borta Classes.
In this episode of Deck Eight, hosts Colin Higgins and Thomas Baddeley look at the latest Star Trek Online patch, Dan Stahl's response to rumours of looming trouble for STO, and the different types of new Starbase ships and the colour codes now in use. We also cover the new Odyssey Class (Federation) and the Borta Class (Klingon Empire) flagships, examining the details of each and how you can buy them.


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Despite the growth of the sharing economy and services like Uber and Lyft, there has been a recent increase in demand for rental cars. Most commonly, drivers are using rental cars for travel or as a replacement if their personal vehicle has been damaged or needs repairs.
Before purchasing a rental when on vacation or choosing a replacement while your car is in the shop, you may wonder what role your insurance policy plays in your usage of a rental car. Understanding your insurance policy can be helpful in preparing for the risks and costs that may be incurred during your rental car usage.
Using a Rental Car After an Accident
If your car is in the shop after an accident, you will have to check your insurance policy for Transportation Expense or Rental Reimbursement coverage. This coverage only applies if your loss was one that was covered by your insurance policy. Your Transportation Expense coverage will help pay for the cost of your rental car while your primary vehicle is being repaired.
How do you know if you have Transportation Expense coverage?
Automotive insurance is usually comprised of some combination of collision and comprehensive coverage. Collision coverage relates to any damage that is incurred to your vehicle by contact with objects, including other vehicles or structures. Comprehensive coverage pays for any damage that is a result of non-collision, which includes fires, break-ins, and glass breakage.
Whether you have Transportation Expense coverage depends on which kind of coverage you have. If you have both comprehensive and collision coverage, Transportation Expense coverage will help pay for your rental in situations of both comprehensive or collision-related loss. If you only have comprehensive insurance, you will have Transportation Expensive coverage for comprehensive-related damage and not collision-related damage.
How much will the Transportation Expense coverage pay?
Your amount of coverage will determine which rental car options are most affordable to you. Depending on what your priorities are, you may select a compact car for its affordability. However, an insurance company may not fully cover the cost of a compact rental. The most common coverage provides $20 a day for your rental. A compact car averages at $30 a day depending on the city you live in and the company you are renting from, among other factors.
If you need a larger vehicle to carry out your daily tasks, you may have a higher out-of-pocket expenses for your rental. Your insurance policy does not guarantee you a rental car class equivalent to your personal vehicle. For example, just because you drive an SUV does not mean an SUV rental will be fully covered for you.
How can I decrease my out-of-pocket costs for my rental car?
Talk to your insurance representative about adjusting your policy in order to decrease the out-of-pocket expenses or expand your rental car class selection.
Using a Rental on a Trip
If you're traveling to a new spot for vacation, you may want to consider a rental car as a convenient mode of transportation for your travels. Before going through with a rental, there are some questions you may want to think through.
Does my insurance cover me while driving a rental on vacation?
The answer to this question depends on two factors: where you are going on vacation and what type of coverage you have. Most insurance policies typically apply to rentals within the United States, U.S. territories, Puerto Rico, and Canada. Most likely, you will also need collision insurance on a minimum of one vehicle on your insurance policy.
If you are in an eligible territory and also have collision insurance, both collision and comprehensive insurance may be extended to your rental, subject to your deductible. If you have various deductibles on your policy, usually the lowest deductible will apply. Be sure to check with your insurance provider to understand the details of your insurance policy.
Should I sign the insurance waiver at the rental counter?
Before rejecting the Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) at the rental car counter, you may want to consider a few things.
If your insurance policy does not include collision coverage, it is strongly recommended that you purchase the collision damage waiver. Without collision damage coverage, you could end up having to purchase the rental company a brand new car.
Even if you do have collision coverage, you still may want to consider purchasing the waiver. In the event where you damage the rental car, the rental company could make you pay for the damages upon returning the vehicle. If this payment could be difficult for you to pay, purchasing the collision damage waiver could make sense for you. Ask the rental company agent for more details on the costs involved if the car was damaged.
Should I consider suspending my collision insurance?
If you are going to be away on your trip for over 30 days, it might make sense to suspend your collision insurance for a month or more since you won't be driving your car. The comprehensive coverage would cover the damages that take place while you're gone, such as a break-in.


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One of my friends from law school, Laura, has a wonderful blog, and she recently posted a few recipes that look absolutely delicious. So, I'm going to re-post the recipes she found (plus one!) in a blatant act of blog theft. But I'm sure she won't mind. :)
Chocolate Chip Cookie Pie
Holy crap, this looks good. Like so good I want to go home and bake one right this second. But I won't (only because I don't have any pie crusts and don't have the inclination or time to make them from scratch). I'll make it tomorrow. :)
Hot Corn Dip
This is an Emeril Lagasse recipe, and it looks classic and delicious. And I love all varieties of corn dip, so I'm excited to try it!
Jalepeno Popper Dip
Any warm dip with cream cheese and jalepenos has to be delicious. It's a rule. It's called the, um, jalepeno cream cheese dip rule. Surely you've heard of it?


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The best and coolest communications awards event of the year
Following their huge success and popularity in 2014 and 2015, the comms2point0 UnAwards return on 1 December 2016. Bigger and better than ever, but remaining true to their original ethos: Accessible, cool, fun and not a black tie in sight.
What are the UnAwards?
The 'UnAwards' are different to any other comms, pr marketing and digital industry awards and, we believe, all the better for it.
They mean a lot to us because we know they make a real difference to the people working on the front line of comms across the sectors. We believe that you deserve proper recognition and real celebration.
The UnAwards are laid back, take place in a cool, quirky venue, and they recognise genuine creativity, innovation and results.
And with awards determined through a mix of independent judging panel and community voting, they're also fair.
They are free to enter and intentionally cheap to attend. This is about connecting and celebrating you and our industry, not stripping you of your precious budgets.
How do I attend the UnAwards16?
You will definitely want to attend the UnAwards16.
Keep them peeled for an announcement on event tickets w/c 3 October – the UnAwards15 sold out so don't hang around bagging your ticket to the coolest comms event of the year. We have a strict capacity of 141. So when they're gone, they're gone.
The UnAwards16 will be held at the rather lovely Everyman Cinema in Birmingham's iconic Mailbox on 1 December, running from 9.30am - 3pm. Make sure you're there to enjoy the UnAwards ceremony, a fab film, and a rather nice meal. The venue is just brilliant and just a 3-4 minute walk from New Street Train Station.
Be a part of #UnAwards16


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Sunday, October 28, 2012
Just foreplay.
To begin, my name is not Vivian. I'll get to the Vivian, later, I promise. It is not a random pseudonym by any means.
I love sex. I love everything about sex. I love how it feels, how it tastes, how it looks. But more importantly, I love what it does for us. What other adult activity can we get away with such amazing things as dressing up, panting with desire, tying each other up, putting whipped cream on fun places? It's a playground! But it's also a classroom. Sex teaches us more about humanity and relationships than just about anything else can... if we let it. Obstacles to this very sense of discovery are plentiful, no doubt, but I fully intend to dive in with wreckless abandon, and while I'm doing so, I'll gladly take you with me.
I read a lot about sex. Fantasy, medical, psychological, tantric, erotic. I find it all fascinating. I'll do some book reviews as part of this blog to give you some ideas to help unleash your inner sexual being. It will be fun. I know, I'm doing it too.
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I came across the 3D Virtual Desktop in the app store a few months ago and bought the app right away. I have been looking for an app to help manage encounters for our D&D games for some time. This app did not accomplish what I needed, but was a step in the right direction. I was hoping the developer would keep working on it and eventually implement the features I thought were missing.
Well the good news is the developer is still working on it. The bad news is that he has not been making enough money off of it to fund the features it needs to be really useful. So he's using Kickstarter to fund it.
I like the direction he is taking the app. He is using Unity in order to both iOS and Android. I like this. I am the lone iPad owner in a group of Android gamers, but we could all use the same app and share access to the map.
The project is funded for the basic features, but there are some nice stretch goals to reach. My personal favorites are:
- Line of sight / fog of war
- Naming / numbering of miniatures
- Loading and saving of pre-prepared scenarios / encounters
- Condition markers
- Area of effect for spells etc
Something I don't see in the list that would be great is the ability to mirror to a monitor / TV (air play?). Our game host has a nice big TV screen where we could all look at the map instead of looking down at each of our tablet views (this would also make it useful for players who do not have a tablet). I will reach out to the developers to see what they think.
Meanwhile, if you play a desktop RPG I encourage you to make a pledge to this project. This has the potential to be a really awesome app.