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Below are a series of topics with a variety of informative links. Please fee free to send me suggestions (via twitter or commenting on a relevant post).
Idle No More
Now Comes the Real Test for IdleNoMore..., Rabble.ca, 2013-01-04
First Nations Appeal to Queen Elizabeth..., Straight Good News, 2013-01-03
Treaties are Between Nations..., Rabble.ca, 2013-01-03
Idle No More - Sarnia's Mayor (re: Audio)..., CBC, 2013-01-03
Statement in Support of Chief Spence..., Amnesty International, 2013-01-02
Harper Government Attacked First Nations Rights..., UBCIC, 2012-12-31
Cabinet Mulls Massive Chinese Project..., Winnipeg Free Press, 2012-12-30
Why Idle No More is Gaining Strength..., The Star, 2012-12-20
Legislation Affecting First Nations..., OKT Law, 2012-12-20
Who's Really Getting the Free Ride, YouTube, 2012-01-12
Questions About Attawapiskat - Answered..., Attawapiskat.org , 2011-12-05
How Ottawa Spent $90 Million at Attawapiskat..., National Post, 2011-12-04
History of Residential Schools in Canada..., CBC, 2008
Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples - Highlights..., Canada, 1996
Oilsands Articles
Defenceless: Canada Has No Idea What Foreign..., Ottawa Citizen, 2012-02-04
Federal Documents Spark Outcry by Oil Sands..., Globe and Mail, 2012-01-26
Whistleblower claims PMO Tried to Silence..., Marketwire, 2012-01-24
Friends... The Harper Government, Ethical Oil..., Desmogblog, 2012-01-20
Unethical Oil: Questions of Fraud?, Canada II, 2012-01-16
Ethical Oil Political Connections, Part 1..., Deep Climate, 2012-01-13
Cozy Ties: Astroturf 'Ethical Oil' and Conservative..., Desmogblog, 2012-01-13
Ethical Oil: Domestic Puppets, Canada II, 2012-01-13
The Real Foreign Interests in the Oilsands, Ottawa Citizen, 2012-01-12
Sierra Club vs Ethical Oil (full), CBC Power and Politics, 2012-01-12
Northern Gateway Debate a Tale of Two Provinces, Vancouver Sun, 2012-01-09
Environmentalists Hit Back Over Pipeline Hearings, The Star, 2012-01-09
Radicals Working Against Oilsands, Ottawa Says, Globe and Mail, 2012-01-09
An Open Letter from Joe Oliver, Natural Resources Canada, 2012-01-09
Unethical Oil and its Canadian Friends, Vancouver Observer, 2012-01-08
China's Oil Sands Deal Will Have Lasting Impact, Globe and Mail, 2012-01-04
The Brilliance of Ethical Oil, Canada II, 2011-12-31
Oilsands PR Battle Goes After Chaquita Bananas, The Star, 2011-12-19
Tory Malfeasance Articles
Lunch with the RCMP? Speak to the Minister, Globe and Mail, 2012-01-19
Deputy Director of Climate Change, Canada II, 2012-01-03
Why MacKay's Helicopter Ride Touches..., Globe and Mail, 2011-12-02
Email's Contradict MacKay's Explanation..., Globe and Mail, 2011-12-01
Harper Government Falls... Found in Contempt, Globe and Mail 2011-03-25
The Harper Government's Tipping Point, Globe and Mail, 2011-03-08
Former Tory MPs Speak Out..., Globe and Mail, 2011-03-04
Court Quashes Decision Tories Hailed..., Globe and Mail, 2011-03-01
Ezra Levant Ordered To Pay $25000..., Rabble.ca, 2010-11-24
Vigna v. Levant 2010 ONSC 6308 [PDF], Superior Court of Justice, 2010-11-18
Soros Threatening To Sue Sun Media, Globe and Mail, 2010-09-17
Financier Boasted of His Ties to Bikers, The Star, 2010-04-10
Jaffer's Drunk Driving Charges Dropped, CBC, 2010-03-10
Tories Bristle When Asked to Explain Jaffer's..., Globe and Mail, 2010-03-09
PM Shuts Down Parliament until March, CBC, 2009-12-30
Drug, Drunk Driving Charges Dropped, The Star, 2010-09-09
Jaffer Facing Drug, DUI Charges, Globe and Mail, 2009-09-16
Altered Ad Invoice Began Tory Troubles, The Star, 2008-04-22
Mounties Search Tory Headquarters, CBC, 2008-04-15
Documenting Conservative Corruption, 404 System Error, 2012-01-27
A Snapshot of Canada's Aboriginal Population, Nat Post, 2012-01-27
Pacific Access: Overview of Transportation..., CERI, 2012-01
NCC Fundraising Letter Gets an F, Gerry Nicholls, 2012-01-17
Climate Change
Arctic Temperatures Continue Rapid Rise as..., Think Progress, 2012-01-23
Only 0.45% of Physicists Sign Denier Petition, Greenfyre, 2009-11-14
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Wednesday, August 31, 2011
Tuesday, August 30, 2011
Spread Your Wings Card
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Sunday, August 28, 2011
Hurricane Irene pictures.
Just wanted to post some pictures. It was not that bad. But you know we live in an apartment building in Brookline, MA, it's mostly on the hills so we don't get any flooding, lots of broken branches and uprooted trees on every street. These two trees are in the park behind our house. The hurricane was downgraded to tropical storm, the rain was not that bad but the wind was.
We did not lose power, so I consider it OK.
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Friday, August 26, 2011
Thursday, August 25, 2011
Another Cupcake
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Wednesday, August 24, 2011
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Sunday, August 21, 2011
Birthday Girls
My twins turned 4 today. I just wanted to share some photos because I have not done anything crafty for awhile. Just 4 years ago they were like this (on the first picture). Enjoy!
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Friday, August 12, 2011
Couple of Cards Made From Leftovers
Sometimes I cut some shapes and have no idea what card to make, then I put them in a box, and now I have a box full of unused cuts. I thought I would try and make some quick cards. I am not happy with them especially with the bird card. I don't know why I made such a wide white border, but I think I may still use these cards for my daughters' friends birthdays.
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Tuesday, August 9, 2011
Monday, August 8, 2011
Happy Birthday Card
This card was made using Florals Embellished cart. I am still in love with it. The bird was cut at 2.75 with no problems layering it. Enjoy!
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Sunday, August 7, 2011
Birthday Girl Card
I just loved this card made by Simply Pam over here http://simply-pam.blogspot.com/2011/08/episode-74-simply-crafts-w-glora-pam.html. I just had to scraplift it. I loved the idea of enlarging the cut and cutting only the top part of it. The girl is from Rock Princess. Enjoy!
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Friday, August 5, 2011
Lace Flowers
This is what happens when I am watching TV and don't want to turn on my Cricut, but my hands are always itchy to create something. I got out different laces that I have, hot glue gun and made these flowers by pleating and turning lace, and then adding matching flowers and pearl/rhinestone centers.
I already used one on my Strawberry card. I hope you like them.
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Thursday, August 4, 2011
Twinkle Toes Poodle Card
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Wednesday, August 3, 2011
Butterfly Card
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Honeywell title: Director, Sales – BGA AM, Customer Business lead
Position in the military: Commander, U.S. Navy (Retired)
Length of military service: Eight years active duty Nuclear Submarines, 14 years reserve Naval Intelligence
Length of time at Honeywell: 13 years
What did you learn from your years in the service that helps you perform your job today?
I learned many things while in the military, but some of the key traits that were trained and/or reinforced were leadership, work ethic, perseverance, adaptability, attention to detail without losing sight of the objective, and taking responsibility for your job and your tasks. Also, I can readily say that some of the best people I have known in my life were sailors and marines that served their country out of duty and honor, and not for glory, fame or recognition. I have known some of these veterans for over 30 years and I am proud to have served with them and call them my friends.


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A couple weeks ago, I held a Justice Book Sale to raise money for International Justice Mission. I have mentioned this event briefly in a few of my posts. It was an idea I came up with in June after attending an IJM event and after four months or praying, planning and preparation, the event is now over. We ended up raising over $1,800 to provide aftercare to rescued victims of forced labour and sex trafficking in India.
For any readers I may have that don't know me personally, here is a quick overview of what I did. I came up with the idea of doing a community used book sale involving multiple local churches. I contacted churches in the area asking if they would help collect quality used book donations that would be combined for the event, open to the whole community. About half of the ones I contacted agreed to this and we ended up having well over 2,000 items for sale, along with baked goods provided by family and friends.
This event required a lot of planning and work to get to the day. There were times of waiting for churches to respond. Then there was keeping up with communication in the midst of a busy work schedule and getting all the donations collected, sorted and priced! I was very thankful for some awesome friends who helped me with that task. The last couple weeks before the sale were kind of crazy. The day of the sale, we had all the books set out on tables in a school gymnasium, a small bake sale, as well as a speaker giving two presentations on IJM's work.
Having never done anything like this before, I didn't know what to expect. I knew that I would likely be disappointed to some degree, but with so many people knowing about the event, I had set my expectations quite high. The event went well and considering the turnout, we raised a fair amount and IJM was pleased. But I did not get the turnout I had hoped for. I ended up feeling let down by people. I was also very tired from all the work I had been putting into this over the weeks prior to the event. Needless to say, the day after, I was physically and emotionally exhausted.
So what did I learn from all this? I think the most important point was that it was still worth it. Despite all my tiring efforts, the amount of time and money I invested and being a little let down by the results, it was still worth it. The men, women, and children in India who have been hurt beyond what we can imagine were worth it. Being able to do a small part in helping them heal and rebuild their lives was worth it.
Secondly, I learned we have to be faithful even when we aren't guaranteed results. I put on this event for a number of reasons. I did it to raise money for IJM, to raise awareness of injustice around the world in the churches involved, to give of myself to make a difference in the world, and because I felt God was guiding me to do so. I didn't know the outcome. Just because I was pouring myself into this, didn't mean everyone else would join in with equal enthusiasm, although that would have been nice. It didn't mean people would come in droves and empty their pockets. But I had to be faithful, I had to give of myself, even if I wasn't guaranteed a huge success.
Lastly, I learned a lot that can be used in the future. I learned what seemed to work well. I learned what didn't work well. Although I may not do an event like this again, if I do another fundraiser in the future, I still have learned some valuable things of what to keep doing and what to approach differently. I will have done this before and will have some experience to draw from.
What I really want my readers to get from it is this: Do what you have been called to do, even if you aren't guaranteed results. Do hard things, do things that are right, use (or sacrifice) your time and talents to be a voice and to make a meaningful impact. Whether that's raising money for the cause of justice, speaking for unborn children, those in poverty or something else, take a risk and do something. It won't be easy, you might end up a little disappointed and sometimes people will let you down. But in the end, I hope you will be able to say that you were faithful and that it was worth it.


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BONNIE KANE: saxophone, flute, electronics
I'm looking for the outer rims of the molecules, the infinitely small spaces between things – because there lies the sound, the essence of each moment of breath, which is so clear, and so genuine, and so honest, that it is truth – and I need to live there. More info @ BonnieKane.com
DAVE MILLER: drums
Clarity, definition, and purpose. Organizing and expressing the rhythms in the universe, showing the beauty in patterns, in unlimited detail. Dave can also be heard playing with Pet Bottle Ningen, Karl 2000, and Martin Bisi.
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REUBEN RADDING: bass, electronics
The low frequency center of gravity forming the base from which all extends. He has provided the bass foundation for John Zorn, Elliott Sharp, Marc Ribot, Anthony Coleman, Andrea Parkins, Wally Shoup, Jane Rigler, Daniel Carter, Wade Matthews, Mary Halvorson, Nate Wooley, and many others.


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I recently received a call from a couple in Hemet. They are interested in finding out how a reverse mortgage can improve their retirement. I'm excited to meet with them because they have already improved their financial situation greatly by paying off their mortgage and now own their home free and clear. They receive Social Security and a small pension but don't have much in savings and are thinking about whether or not a reverse mortgage would help them to have a more secure retirement. I certainly think so and would love to hear your comments.
In their situation they have a home worth $350,000.00 they are both 75 years old. My proposal to them will read like this. $10,000.00 in cash at closing to beef up their savings account and then a growing line of credit in the amount of $205,555 for emergencies. They could also opt for a monthly tax free income of up to $1300.00 for as long as they live in the home.
The costs for the loan will run $9795.00 including Upfront Mortgage Insurance, closing costs and origination fee.
If they do not touch the line of credit, in about 10 years they will have access to a line of credit that started at $205,555.00 and would likely grow available credit of over $350,000.00. That could certainly come in very handy to pay for home health care if they need it (or any other emergency for that matter). Basically like a self funded long term care policy. Now, truth is the cost of skilled nursing care in their area averages at j$78,475.00 per year according to the Genworth Long Term Care - California Riverside County website cost of care table. And the American Association for Long Term Care estimates that 44.8% of applicants in this age group are denied long term care insurance. Update: 2.7.2019 I was contacted by a representative of the Association for Long Term Care Planning (ALTCP) today and she recommended this article about getting Long Term Care Insurance with Pre-existing conditions. Might want to take a look. ARTICLE
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Bring the whole family to M. Judson for a night of coloring (and maybe cupcakes from The Chocolate Moose, too!) We will have copies of local author and illustrator Tim Davis's Highlights Hidden Pictures: A Coloring Book for Grown-up Children for sale. This coloring book from Highlights, the iconic children s brand, features a nostalgic collection of intricate, challenging black-and-white Hidden Pictures puzzles geared for a grown-up audience, but definitely fun for all. 3-5pm.
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122/365 - Zan is super chuffed about this week's freebie hoard.
We have:
a free deck chair worth £12.50 (you can still get one if you hurry)
a fashion magazine worth £3.60
and a free soft drink.
Everything you might need for a sunny afternoon! :)
I am SO chuffed with this week's freebies. And I am excited to add "chair" to the list I reel off to my friends when they ask me what I've got recently. My parents were a little bewildered when I came home with the deck chair. Haha. They couldn't believe that it was free! I'll be honest, neither could I! Haha. I'm excited that this photo gets to join the rest in my hall of fame. Wooohooo! :) Hoorah for freebies! :)


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Latest News
2 convoys of Gadhafi aides roll into Niger, but where's their leader?
BENGHAZI, Libya — As members of the ousted government of Moammar Gadhafi rolled into Niger with gold, jewels, cash and other state property on Tuesday, the U.S. said it had asked Niger to arrest those who could be prosecuted and return the property to the people of Libya.
Other officials said the U.S. is playing an active role in the manhunt for Gadhafi, together with Britain and France, which have military advisers on the ground. Raising its profile after trying to "lead from behind," the Obama administration made clear it would make every effort to block Gadhafi's exit to any neighboring country.
Two convoys of 10 and 12 four-wheel-drive vehicles respectively crossed the Sahara Desert in the past two days, said Shamsaddin ben Ali, a spokesman for the revolutionary regime that overthrew the dictator, who was in power for 42 years. He said only Niger would know for sure if Gadhafi was on board, and the National Transitional Council had asked its southern neighbor to seize the occupants and hand them over to Libya. Niger's foreign minister has denied that Gadhafi was on board.
"We hear they're carrying a lot of gold," ben Ali told McClatchy.
In Washington, U.S. officials said they are actively attempting to track Gadhafi but do not believe he was aboard the convoys that reached Niger.
A dozen or more former senior Gadhafi regime officials were on the convoys that crossed the border, said State Department spokeswoman Victoria Nuland. Gadhafi was not believed to be among the former officials, who appeared to be former military officers, she said.
The U.S. ambassador to Niger, Bisa Williams, in a meeting with Nigerian officials called on Niger to detain any of the former senior officials who "may be subject to prosecution, to ensure that they confiscate any weapons that are found, and to ensure that any state property of the government of Libya, money jewels, et cetera, also be impounded so that it can be returned to the Libyan people," said Nuland. "I think all of them would be subject to the U.N. travel ban, which is why we're working closely with the government of Niger."
The U.S. doesn't have "any evidence that Gahdafi is anywhere but in Libya at the moment," she said.
Another U.S. official, who requested anonymity in order to discuss the issue, put it this way: "He obviously knows we're trying to find him."
Gadhafi's current location is only one of the mysteries swirling around the former Libyan leader. The bigger question is which foreign country is likely to offer sanctuary, in light of an arrest warrant issued by the United Nations' International Criminal Court against Gadhafi, his son Saif al Islam and Abdullah Senussi, his espionage chief, following an indictment for crimes against humanity in suppressing the national uprising.
Meanwhile, officials of the National Transitional Council sought in vain to negotiate the peaceful handover of Sirte, Gadhafi's hometown on the Mediterranean coast; of Bani Walid, a town of 70,000 southeast of the capital of Tripoli; and of Sabha, a garrison town deep in the Sahara — all strongholds for Gadhafi loyalists — before its ultimatum runs out Saturday.
Tribal elders in Bani Walid met with transitional council officials Tuesday and most said they accepted the overthrow of Gadhafi and want to join the new government. But at least one elder said the rebel Libya forces should enter the city unarmed, a condition the council rejected. After the extraordinary exchange, which was televised live on the Doha-based Al Jazeera Arabic satellite channel, the two sides went into a closed session, apparently to discuss the handling of Gadhafi loyalists accused of killing civilians.
Ben Ali said it was a good discussion, but the town is divided among sympathizers with the revolution, Gadhafi loyalists and some who were "unaware" that Libya's new rulers will not exact revenge but plan trials with due process for all who are accused of war crimes.
While emphasizing that the National Transitional Council "wants the complete surrender" of Bani Walid, ben Ali said he's still hopeful of an agreement there and in Sirte before Friday at midnight, when the rebels' ultimatum runs out.
To many Libyans, it appeared that a deal was in the works under which Gadhafi would be allowed to escape abroad and in return he'd instruct his loyalists to lay down their arms, but there was no evidence that this was the case.
While several members of the African Union were said to be seeking a way for Gadhafi to escape to safety, many of the likely destinations are ruled out because of the indictment. Niger is a state party to the Treaty of Rome setting up the tribunal, and Burkina Faso, to its west, is as well. South Africa, which has felt sympathetic to Gadhafi, a prominent participant in the campaign against apartheid, is also a state party to the ICC treaty. At least one all-news television channel reported that Gadhafi might go to Burkina Faso, but officials in Ougadougou, the capital, said they had not invited him.
"Gadhafi is under a U.N. travel ban," said ben Ali, adding that it "would not bode well for Niger" — or any other country — "to give him safe haven."
Gadhafi family's escape to Algeria angers Libya's rebel council
With source of water still in Gadhafi hands, Tripoli goes thirsty
Libyan rebels face test as they deal with hundreds of pro-Gadhafi suspects
War's horrors on display as fight for Gadhafi stronghold ends
U.S. diplomats have long seen Libya's Abdel-Jalil as a reformer
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Ben the Bodyguard
I'm particularly tempted to drop $5 on this just to support the developer's successful effort in applying a debonair personality to a security app. Ben the Bodyguard keeps 256-bit level of encryption for passwords, photos, contacts, notes, and reminders on iPhone/iPod touch, all the while keeping a classy French assassin vibe to the whole undertaking.
As is the tradition with most iOS developers, the promotional website for the app is fantastic, employing surprising page scrolling triggers within a well-done isometric view. And as it should, the website works flawlessly on iOS devices. No Flash. No bullshit.
If you're interested in a much more robust, cross-platform solution, 1Password is always the way to go.


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A 2.25hr seawatch this morning in a fresh SE wind produced two Red-breasted Mergansers, three Fulmars, 25 Dunlin, 58 Kittiwakes west, a Sandwich Tern and good numbers of auks including 955 Razorbills. Another watch later in the day produced 14 Mediterranean Gulls west. The first-winter Caspian Gull and Glaucous Gull were both also seen during the day.
Three Woodcocks were seen in the bushes at the Long Pits.
A Grey Seal was also seen.
Also of interest, a "Friend" of the Observatory has an almost complete set of Birding World's which he would like to give away. If you are interested in receiving them email me at firstname.lastname@example.com and I will pass on the relevant details to the current owner.


text: A lad and his pop find a way to renew their sports bonding after their favorite baseball team moves away in this engagingly illustrated tribute to a legendary football game. Sam's disappointment when his father's new job prevents them from going to Giants games together is redoubled by the team's move from New York to Los Angeles. Reluctantly, he starts to follow his town's other Giants, the football team, and when he scores a pair of free tickets to its 1958 championship game with Johnny Unitas's mighty Colts, he drags his stubborn father along. Bildner delivers a sketchy but dramatic account of the now-famous contest, but what comes through most clearly is Sam's delight as his dad's enthusiasm rekindles—a delight enhanced by the wonderfully expressive faces in Pullen's meticulous caricatures. Readers will enjoy the period detail, the recognizable-but-even-larger-than-life football heroes on the field and the reminder that shared pleasures are best. (afterword) (Picture book. 7-9)


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text: Today we had a planned electrical outage at our house while a transformer down the road was being fixed. I vowed to just document our day today with minimal distractions. We had a lot of fun.. but I am not going to lie.. I really did enjoy it when the power came back on.. ;)


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Lamkin Lane Espresso Bar
Lamkin Lane Espresso Bar might be tucked away in a cosy little laneway in Caloundra, but that hasn't stopped the masses of coffee connoisseurs from across Queensland flocking to this coffee Mecca since its launch in 2013.
While we can rave on all day about our talented staff and the quality of our specialty coffee blends, don't take our word for it…listen to the hundreds of coffee lovers that voted for us on coffee shop review website Beanhunter! Their positive reviews saw us listed as one of the top 10 coffee outlets worldwide in 2013, and we've placed in the Top 10 Cafe's in Australia 3 years running.
Lamkin Lane Espresso Bar offers five different choices in coffee at any given time, including the Lamkin Lane house blend (developed exclusively for the espresso bar), Tim Adams Specialty Coffee Seasonal Blend and three single-origin coffees which change weekly and are sourced from either a farm or micro-region in one particular country. A range of sweet treats including brownies, caramel slices, lemon tarts and melting moments are also available.
Lamkin Lane Espresso Bar is located at 31 Lamkin Lane, Caloundra and is open Monday to Friday from 6.00am to 4.00pm, and from 7.00am to 12.00 noon on weekends. The Tim Adams Speciality Coffee Seasonal Espresso Blend and the Lamkin Lane House Blend is available for purchase in store.
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Two Biltmore Estates will host a groundbreaking celebration May 7 to kick off the final phase of construction for the palatial luxury villa enclave nestled within the iconic Arizona Biltmore.
The final phase of Two Biltmore will bring a total of 15 new homes to the neighborhood; the last planned new home construction of its kind planned for the prestigious community.
Two Biltmore includes a private, gated enclave of just 38 residences, with floor plans ranging from 3,500 square feet to more than 4,800 square feet of single-level living space.
The event will begin at 5 p.m. on Thursday May 7, and include a groundbreaking ceremony and reception with a champagne toast, hors d'eouvres and more.
"For over 20 years, developing the Arizona Biltmore has been our passion," said Sam Robinson, founder of Geneva Holdings. "We are proud to continue our builder legacy with Two Biltmore Estates, a project that truly offers the essence of resort living on the grounds of one of the country's most iconic properties," he said.
Two Biltmore Estates showcases architecture respecting the Biltmore style established in 1929 by architect Frank Lloyd Wright, whose designs harmoniously blended humanity and its environment.
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Congratulations on your forthcoming marriage!
These days there are all sorts of places people can get married but we still think church is best!
A wedding in church implies acceptance of Christian standards of marriage and family life which are more demanding than those generally expected in society at large.
Couples who wish to marry in church are therefore invited to discuss the matter in some depth with the Vicar, and marriage preparation classes are available.
Individual consideration is given to requests for weddings where one or both parties are divorced.
Please bear in mind that at least one of you needs to live in the parish or to have what is called a 'demonstrable connection' with the parish – see www.yourchurchwedding.org and click on the 'more churches to choose from' link.
We will talk you through what is involved.
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Blush Butterfly
- A blush pink sinamay hat is trimmed with light chiffon and silk petals. Curled goose and marabou plumes decorate the centre of the hat. A light pink tulle is draped over the hat and stitched on with swarovski crystals and pearls. All pieces are made to order, so choose 'Bespoke Enquiry' if you would like to customise the colour or trimmings.
- A popular choice for the elegant mother of the bride, this hat is easy to wear and looks great with hair left down or pinned back.
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Nutelleria- Nutella Cafe in Seminyak Bali
I'm pretty sure the name says it all, because YES, this is a cafe entirely devoted to Nutella. You're welcome. Pick your poison, waffles, crepes, doughnuts, croissant, baguette, doughnut or pie and you better believe it will be served with a mound of Nutella. What's not to love? Nutelleria even serves up a variety of Nutella enhanced drinks. So yeah, we are talking getting SERIOUSLY Nutella wasted here.
Nutella Banana Milkshake
YES PLEASE. There really is no going wrong with Nutella and bananas. AM I RIGHT?!
Nutella Waffle
Let's just say, there was no shortage of Nutella in this waffle.
Nutella Crepe
Serving simple favourites this place satisfies the sweet tooth as well as your love affair with Nutella. So simply put, just get here.
Nutelleria, Jalan Raya Seminyak, Badung, Bali, Indonesia
SO on that note, Bali is waiting,
You stay hungry Hong Kong,
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Valerie Abitbol, LMFT | Couples Counselor | Therapist | Denver CO
My name is Valerie Abitbol and I am the founder of Flow Counseling. I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with offices in Denver and Littleton, Colorado, as well as online.
I believe that our past experiences shape who we are today and I'd like to share a few of mine.
Before becoming a therapist, I worked in a variety of settings, which give me a unique ability to relate to my clients. In previous lives, I was a modern dance teacher, a waitress, a paralegal, and an advertising account director. I've remained a serial student.
The Good and the Bad
My early years working in the advertising world have provided me with great insights into a fun and fast-paced environment, as well as into the office politics, the emotional volatility dealing with different personalities, and the difficulty of having a personal life while working long hours.
Alone in the City, Isolated in the Suburbs
I've lived in Paris, New York and San Francisco, which made me acutely aware of the stresses of city life… the odd sensation of feeling alone while being surrounded by millions of people. And I'm also familiar with the challenges of adjusting to a suburban life, particularly when coming from a busy city, with a toddler in tow. Being away from the bustle can be a double-edge sword.
Support for Small-Business Owners
As a small-business owner, I am also aware of the daily war that is fought to stay afloat. I know the fears and anxieties of risking everything on an idea, starting from zero, worrying about the slow weeks, doubting the choices made and going through the growing pains. I also know the excitement and the passion that fuel the long hours of work while doing it all.
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Culturally-Sensitive Therapy
My multicultural background informs my approach to therapy in a unique way as well. My experience of living abroad, together with my multicultural marriage and my bilingual family make me particularly sensitive to the issues experienced by those not living in their countries of origin (and even city or state). I get that adjusting to a new culture or lifestyle can be challenging and takes time.
When I'm not working, I can be found kicking the ball with my toddler (and dogs), practicing yoga at a forever beginner-level, and trying to bake the best chocolate cake. I love humor, anything with praline, and going on road trips.
My Approach - Mind /Body Therapy - East meets West
I'm no stranger to life's experiences, the ups and the downs. My experience as a therapy client has informed my personal and professional choices for the better. My passion for therapy stems from having personally experienced its healing power, and from a genuine desire to be of service. I take a holistic and integrative approach to therapy: I have learned that healing includes not only the mind but also the body and spirit, and I draw from various therapeutic modalities to provide you with tools that are custom-made to your situation and needs.
My style is very collaborative and respectful of your own process and state. I offer you a space and time to truly be yourself. I strive to create a warm, compassionate and non-judgmental environment.
I will support you in your struggles, guide you while sorting through your feelings and thoughts, and provide you with practical tools to prevent and handle challenging life situations.
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Benefits of therapy with me
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You can also learn to:
assert yourself;
build intimacy in your marriage or your romantic relationships;
increase your self-esteem;
be more successful in the workplace;
communicate more effectively.
Professional and Educational Background
I have a diverse professional and educational background that include:
Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology, Institute of Transpersonal Psychology, California
Bachelor of Arts in Journalism, Metropolitan State College of Denver, Colorado
JD level law education in Human Rights and Civil Liberties, University of Paris X, France
BA in French and Anglo-American Private Law, University of Paris X Nanterre, France
I'm passionate about helping people going through major transitions in their lives, especially Expats and other global nomads.
I've been honored to spend over 4,000 hours supporting people as they turned perceived obstacles into unique opportunities. To support this work, I've developed specific tools and unique interventions based on my practice, education and additional workshops and trainings.
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Yep, more pictures of the sea again (Tai Mei Tuk and Sam Mun Tsai) are you envious or just feeling sea sick? I don't want to swear here I'm truly loving it out here!
Slowly I'm adjusting to the hectic life in Hong Kong, attending press days/events and work meetings, networking, I have gained new found friendship with bloggers and media peeps alike, the PRs are seriously amazing here. I'll be back to my home turf in 2 weeks and Marmite on buttered toast will the first thing I must do when I arrive.


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The most important benefit of being part of a union is that you and your co-workers have a voice in decisions that affect your work-life. By acting together, union members can improve working conditions, benefits and wages for themselves and improve the communities we all live in.
A tough economy in our state means more and more people are facing hard times. If you or a co-worker is in immediate crisis, or have other needs like banking, discounts on purchases, or help with filing your taxes, the following information may be helpful.
The services and assistance referenced here are to provide helpful information to our members. UFCW 21 cannot assure the quality or accuracy of the information provided by the organizations and institutions. As always when doing banking, housing, financial or other important consumer decisions, you should read information closely to insure your protection.
UFCW Scholarships
UFCW 21 offers many scholarships for students. Scholarship applications become available in the beginning of the year and the deadline to apply is February 15th.
In addition, each year the UFCW International awards scholarships as well.
General Assistance
2-1-1 Community Information Line. By dialing "211" on your local phone, you'll reach this information line which offers expert assistance and help accessing community resources such as help with rent, food, and low cost legal services.
Puget Sound Labor Agency offers an online service at pslaonline.org designed to help people in need. Supported by UFCW 21 and other unions and community groups, the Labor Agency offers a food bank, a free household goods pick-up and delivery program, a wheelchair and mobility program, and specific programs to assist children such as toddler feeding and school supplies.
Food Assistance
Basic Food (also called Food Stamps): 1-888-436-6392. Basic Food provides money to buy food using an Electronic Benefits Transfer Card (EBT). EBT cards work like debit cards. You can spend your monthly benefits in participating grocery stores. To find out how much your family's monthly benefit could be, call the Family Food Hotline at 1-888-436-6392.
Unemployment Insurance
Need to get unemployment? Call 1-800-318-6022.
Crisis and Suicide Hotlines
24-Hour Crisis Line - Call 1-866-427-4747 for immediate help for individuals, families and friends of people in emotional crisis.
The National Suicide Hotline - Call 1-800-784-2433 to reach the National Suicide Hotline.
Domestic Violence
Washington Statewide Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-562-6025
"Peace in the Home" domestic violence line: 1-888-847-7205 connects domestic violence victims to a social worker of their language & culture in the Seattle area.
Seniors and Families
Senior Services: 206-448-5757 (TDD: 206-448-5025). Ask to speak with the Information and Assistance Department.
Important Information for Families: ParentHelp123.org or hotline at 1-866-585-1123 helps Washington State families apply for health and food programs online, and locate resources in their local communities. The website has health information for pregnant women, parents of new babies, and families with children.
Health Care
Apple Health Insurance For Kids: 1-877-543-7669. A family of four making $53,000 or less, or a family of three making $44,000 or less, would be eligible for health care benefits.
Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA) Helpline: 1-800-562-6900.
The Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA) Helpline provides free health insurance education, assistance, and advocacy to all Washington residents.
Banking and Home Loans
Personal Banking
UFCW 21 members receive special benefits at local Seattle Bank as part of a unique partner banking program, such as 5000 rewards points (a $50 value) when they open a Seattle Bank checking account, and great rates on CDs and other savings products. This includes Seattle Bank's unique Family Savings account, which allows families to work together to earn a better interest rate. Go to www.seattlebank.com/UFCW21 or call 206.568.7800 to learn more.
About Seattle Bank: locally owned and managed in the Puget Sound, Seattle Bank's mission is to build a great community bank for the Pacific Northwest - one grown out of local values, and focused on the needs of this region. They are dedicated to giving back to, and growing, the community; their partner banking program is one way in which they expand that community to the employees and members of their banking partners, like UFCW Local 21. They pledge to be active in making your neighborhood a better place to live, to take the time to give you knowledgeable financial advice when you need it, and to reinvest your deposit dollars right here at home in your community.
Member FDIC.
Home Mortgages
UFCW 21 has partnered with local mortgage company Seattle Mortgage to offer all UFCW 21 members a 0.25% credit on the cost of their mortgage loan, (and a 0.50% credit if they're also a customer of Seattle Bank). That's worth up to $1250 on a $250,000 loan, or up to $2,250 on a $450,000 loan – and is backed by our personal, actually-answers-the-phone kind of service. To learn more, go to www.seattlemortgage.com/UFCW21 or call 206.282.0440.
About Seattle Mortgage: locally owned and managed since that 1944, Seattle Mortgage Company, a subsidiary of Seattle Bank, is one of the oldest and most respected mortgage companies in the Puget Sound. As a local company with no large processing centers, they are able to be more attentive to you, your needs, and your homeownership dreams. And because their mortgage experts are local and dedicated to this community, they're personally invested in your success, know the intricacies of the neighborhoods they serve, and can play an involved role in helping you make the best financial decision on your home loan.
Equal Housing Lender.
The Union Plus Mortgage Program can make buying or selling a home or refinancing a mortgage easier and more affordable. Features for UFCW 21 members include Home Planning Partnership Program workshops every month, as well as first-time home buyer programs, member-only savings, and mortgage assistance in the event of layoff, disability, or strike. For more information call 1-866-910-2247.
Union members, their children and parents are eligible to participate in the Union Home Services Program and can receive a 20% rebate on the commission of a home purchase or sale. This can amount to several thousands of dollars. To learn more, call: 1-877-779-0197.
Union Plus offers free and confidential credit counseling and discounted debt assistance. Call 1-877-833-1745.


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USED to be, the kids on the dorm would beg and plead that I make them copies of sheets of paper with gang-style fonts (lettering) on them... and I NEVER ONCE DID. I thought it was inappropriate, against TYC policy, a waste of taxpayers money, and just plain WRONG -- and told them so, in those words.
NOWDAYS, though... I SELL these (public domain) font sets to young fellows at flea markets and online on our websites ... mostly to kids about the same age, for $1 a sheet, and I got LOADS of 'em. Some are "gangy" looking fonts much like you'd see on subways or railroad cars or WHERE EVER. Some of it is "old school"... they can pick whatever they want. To me, now, it's "just business". And business is GOOD.
It feels good to be able to sell these lettering sets. It's legal. The people who buy them WANT them and I want to SELL them at a profit. While I was working at the school, I knew the rules... now that I no longer work there, I can MAKE some rules and it certainly feels better on this end of things now.
I oftentimes would tell the kids that if they kept clean and sober and out of trouble with The Law for just SIX MONTHS after they got out of TYC that I'd GIVE THEM a FREE TATTOO KIT if they were over 18, and perhaps give them an opportunity to make a little money until they got on their feet. No one ever took me up on the offer. Too bad for them. They sure worked for hours practicing re-drawing all the crappy font set pages they DID manage to get from Staff who lacked the integrity I did. Now that I'm self employed, my integrity has a lot to do with getting my bills paid... so selling them a font sheet for a buck (that costs me only a few cents to make) creates NO compunction on my part. Come and get it, suckers... step right up... enjoy the show!
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"What if something happens to me? Are my affairs in order?" These are the questions that clients want to address. With adults living well past retirement age, it is important to consider these questions to plan for potential incapacity and disability, as well as, for traditional estate planning. Protecting yourself and your assets with proper planning is just as important as making sure that your family will be protected once you are no longer with them. For those that do not plan, the State of New York will decide, which could lead to a complete stranger making decisions for you if you are no longer able to decide for yourself.
To truly assess a client's needs, I feel it is important to take the time to get to know families and really listen. That is what I enjoy most about my work - developing friendships while addressing concerns. I offer home visits for those with mobility challenges, as well as, a mobile office for those that require immediate responsiveness. I provide the benefit of 21st Century knowledge plus early 20th Century personal attention. And, for the Italian-speaking members of the community, I am fluent in spoken and written Italian.
Juris Doctorate, Pace University School of Law
White Plains, NY
Master of Library Science, Southern Connecticut State University
New Haven, CT
Bachelor of Arts, College of Mt. St. Vincent
Magna Cum Laude, English Literature & Communications
Riverdale, NY
Bar Admissions
New York State
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American Bar Association
Dutchess County Bar Association
Women's Bar Association of the State of New York (Mid-Hudson Chapter)
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'Man cave' workers got overtime
OGS duo who allegedly got high on job earned thousands in extra pay
ALBANY — Two state workers who allegedly smoked pot and snoozed away their days inside a secret "man cave" racked up more than $28,400 in taxpayer-funded overtime in the past five years, records show.
Louis Marciano, 50, of Rensselaer, a supervisor for the state Office of General Services, made $23,738 for 919 hours of overtime since July 2004, according to data from state Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli's office.
His employee, OGS janitor Gary Pivoda, 48, of Latham, made $4,732 for just under 250 hours in overtime, the figures showed.
The pair were suspended last week after state Inspector General Joseph Fisch's office raided their alleged hangout on July 14. Their so-called "man cave," situated inside the East Garage off Phillip Street, featured couches, a television and DVDs, a refrigerator, and rolling papers and scales to weigh marijuana, the IG's office said in announcing suspensions of the men on Friday.
Fisch's office alleged the men used the secret party lounge, located in a maintenance area, to sell drugs, get high and sleep while other janitors cleaned Pivoda's section in the garage. The IG's office said the janitor made pot deliveries in his OGS vehicle to electricians, plumbers and fellow state workers. He was charged with misdemeanor use of drug paraphernalia and unlawful possession of marijuana.
A spokesman for the inspector general's office said the investigation is continuing. Only Pivoda has been charged. He could not be reached for comment.
Lee Kindlon, the attorney for Marciano, rejected the IG's allegations.
"That crew worked long hours," Kindlon said. "They had a break room — just like every other break room in America. Any allegations of wrongdoing, I think, are far overblown."
He said Marciano earned the overtime after a reduction in his work crew.
"Every nickel and dime can be accounted for through his blood, sweat and tears," Kindlon said. "Instead of letting the work go undone, he had to do a lot of the work himself. The state has legitimately paid him all the money he's made in overtime."
The overtime figures, covering the period from July 2004, show that while Pivoda has not billed any overtime since July 2008, Marciano has made $2,602 in overtime this year — including $235 for eight hours in the pay period ending June 24.
Marciano has 31 years state service; Pivoda has nine.
The largest overtime for both men since July 2004 came in the pay period ending February 2005. At the time, Marciano made $971 for more than 41 extra hours, while Pivoda made more than $696 for 38 hours in overtime.
OGS spokesman Brad Maione said overtime is necessary during special events such as summer concerts, graduations, gubernatorial inaugurations and snowstorms. He was not sure why Pivoda's overtime stopped last year.
Pivoda served time for a burglary in the early 1990s, but had been paroled by the time he was hired in 2000. Maione said background checks were not mandatory until 2001. He could not say if Pivoda disclosed the conviction on his application.
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'Land Sketch Series' : Pen & Ink Drawings
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An Anti-Aging Experiment./
Admit it. We are all aging. Every second, of every minute, of every hour, of every day. Can we stop it? No. Can we try to look like we have stopped it? We sure can. And I am not just talking surgery or injections. If you start now, you can halt the signs of aging, and in some cases, even reverse it.
For the last 6 weeks, Beautiful Makeup Search has been working hard testing and trying all the latest anti-aging lotions, potions, treatments, creams, and serums. And we will be bringing you our results on what worked and where they worked best.
We have gathered a panel of 9 women to test the products.
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National Rare Disease Plan
On Thursday 3rd July 2014 Ministerfor Health Dr James Reilly launched the new National Rare Disease Plan.
The key recommendations in the Nation Plan for Rare Diseases include:
- The establishment of a National Clinical Programme for Rare Diseases.
- The establishment of a National office for Rare Diseases.
- Residential and respite care to be available for children with Rare diseases.
- Applications for the use of fair and transparent means to access orphan medicines and technologies in hospitals through the national budget.
- The HSE and NGOs to provide ongoing support for people living with rare diseases and the promotion of awareness of rare diseases.
- The development of a rare disease research network to enhance the quality and relevance of rare disease research in Ireland.
- Patient empowerment and the support of patient organisations in the establishment of monitoring and reporting mechanisms on the rare disease plan.
Click on the image on the right to download a PDF version of the full report. We at MDI also have a few hard copies at our head office in Chapelizod. If anyone would like one or for further details please contact:
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Chapelizod, Dublin 20.
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Manila Bulletin: 'Mike Adrao: The master of the minute'
|Mike Adrao (Photo by Pinggot Zulueta) for Manila Bulletin
Where the artist talks about his experiences at the Lopez Museum and Library in preparation for his exhibit (Source: Manila Bulletin, Article by Hannah Jo Uy)
His most recent undertaking is a lengthy exhibition at the Lopez Museum entitled, "Complicated." Opening on February 20, 2014, "Complicated," is a three-man show featuring the works of Mike Adrao, Leslie de Chavez and performance artist Ea Torrado.
"There was no theme," says Adrao of their project which was done in collaboration with Tin-Aw Gallery, "only our immersion in the Lopez archives for research. From there, whatever we got from our research in the archives, that is what we used. We had access to all the parts of the library. It was so comprehensive, it was overwhelming. During that time, I tried to challenge myself to have no expectations, because in that way you discover more. It was dizzying; everything was so exciting because it was my first time to see those kinds of images. I wanted to create something new from the images that I got from the Lopez Museum. I went there almost every day for about a month. I immersed myself. I was just going with the flow. At the time I can see that my interest was leading to the culture of the Philippines in different periods."
The timeworn images of the Spanish Era, the nostalgic scenes from the American Period and the somber photographs snapped during the chaos of World War II captivated Adrao, as well as the countless maps, editorial cartoons, and dated yellowing newspapers that abound in the archives. Suddenly an old forgotten world was resurrected in his eyes, a world that he now shares through his unique visual renditions. "In the images, I noticed the patterns," says Adrao. "That was what drew my attention. These patterns were symbols; they were also metaphors for the cycles, cycles of colonialism and cycles of history. It just keeps repeating itself. I used it to add more meaning to the work, plus the intricacy is always something I'm attracted to."
Okir shapes and Alibata figures are transformed by his own incomparable creative voice. Drawn to churches and large scale architecture, he expresses its beauty and power by focusing on its intricacies such as railings, pathways and carvings, which he assimilates and then places it in the context of his own narrative.
Mike Adrao focuses on the minute details of everyday objects and in so doing reveals an understanding of the world that is all encompassing and truly imaginative.
Curated by Ricky Francisco and Ethel Villafranca, "Complicated" will run from February 21 to August 2, 2014 at the Lopez Museum and Library G/F Benpres Bldg., Meralco cor. Exchange Rd., Ortigas Center, Pasig City.


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By now you've heard of the 21st Century Cures Act. It's a 996-page healthcare bill that passed through the House and the Senate in a landslide vote of 392-26 and 94-5 respectively. For those of us not following every little movement in Washington, it feels like the first bipartisan supported bill in ages. President Obama has already pledged to sign it into law.… [Read more]
President Obama Helps Disaster Victims While Romney Takes Cheap Shots
In the aftermath of Superstorm Sandy, the contrast is striking. On the one hand, we have a President who's cancelled campaign stops, and who's calling on donations to the American Red Cross instead of his campaign. As reported by the Huffington Post: "On the campaign side, Obama halted his flood of fundraising emails on Sunday, and the campaign is now using its Twitter, Facebook and campaign pages to instead urge donations to the Red Cross storm relief.… [Read more]
Alabama, The Beautiful
I spent most of last week in Alabama, my home state. And I think, somewhere along the way, I began a love affair with it.
As y'all know, I'm hard on the South, particularly because I grew up in Alabama and, because, in a way, I guess I grew out of Alabama. As I write this now, I understand that in the process, I lost some appreciation for what Alabama has meant to me.… [Read more]
False Narrative: The GOP Primaries
I'm so grateful for the moment I realized the relationship between information, perspective, and context. And how, in the absence of information, perspective is conveniently tilted toward the strongest, bestowing upon the most powerful, the most favor. For example, one could argue that it is within this context that Christopher Columbus is still credited with "discovering" America.… [Read more]


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PNC Provides Financing to Support Watermill Acquisitions
PNC announced it provided $25 million in senior secured revolving credit for Superior Tube Company and Fine Tubes, portfolio companies of the Watermill Group, a private investment firm based in Lexington, MA.
PNC's revolving credit facility was combined with a term facility from another lender to support Watermill's acquisition of the manufacturers. The transaction also includes treasury management and foreign exchange products and services.
"Because of their expertise and collaboration, our U.S.- and UK-based lending teams were able to provide the credit necessary to ensure a successful acquisition for Watermill," said Craig Stillwagon, executive vice president of PNC Business Credit. "This transaction demonstrates PNC


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As we approach the coalface, the tunnels get smaller. It is impossible to walk upright and the ground is treacherously uneven. We keep going, the occasional light bulb illuminating low passages leading deeper into the rock.
The atmosphere gets closer, the temperature rises. Sweat begins to roll down faces, darkening armpits. Grease and mud coats our clothes. We are 1,000 metres underground, where the Marikana miners ply their trade. The same miners whose search for better wages ended in carnage a year ago when South African police opened fire on thousands of unarmed strikers. In all 44 people died during the violent dispute, shaking our post-apartheid democracy to its core.
As the anniversary of the massacre nears, I'm down in the tunnels where the miners risk their lives in hot, cramped conditions to dig out the platinum that will be used for profit worldwide in catalytic converters and jewellery.
It takes a while to get this far down. The journey starts at the top of the mine run by the London-based company Lonmin. Miners in heavy duty overalls collect the head lamps they will need for the darkness ahead. We enter massive cages, carrying both equipment and men; a swift drop then an abrupt stop before the steel door opens, spilling us into a spacious cavern.
Then there's a 20-minute walk along well-lit corridors as bright, small locomotives with flashing lights trundle slowly past on rails. A conveyor belt of chairlifts, circling endlessly, takes us down to our destination: level 31.
Down here the rock drill operators, known as RDOs, are king. They have a reputation as the hard men of mining. Lonmin driller Shadrack Mtshamba explains: "You are a man if you are a driller, you are a strong man if you are a driller. If you are not a driller, you are a sissy man."
Without them, there would be no platinum, no chrome, no palladium. Bongani, the team leader, gives the men a pep talk that stresses the need to reach their targets to earn their bonuses. Safety is mentioned, but really it is about performance: the metres of rock that have to be drilled into, blasted, then removed.
Everyone stands back before, bent double, the RDOs begin to drill. Instantly there's a clamour. The noise drowns out all other sounds and hand signals are the only way to communicate. The shock of it, hour upon hour, cannot be anticipated. It is so all-consuming that it feels as if you could lose a finger and not notice.
Mtshamba speaks of the toll it takes, working underground for 10 hours a day: "Going there each and every day [is hard]. It is 1.2m high. We work in this height all day. Everyday, to drill like this and pull the machines and back again, [afterwards] I can't stand up."
Generations of South African miners have toiled in some of the world's deepest mines, often uncertain if they will ever see daylight again, to scratch out a meagre living for their families. Before the Marikana strike drillers earned 4,500 rand (£291) a month, going up to 8,000 rand with bonuses in a good month. Last year's stoppages lasted for six weeks, knocking Lonmin's profits. But for the miners it was worse, forcing them to borrow money from loan sharks at extortionate rates.
When the miners celebrated their "victory", some say the resulting 22% rise was in fact lower, as most of it had been promised in the past.
Even so, it was a boost to many. Mtshamba was able to move out of his single room in a line of corrugated iron shacks, with no water and no electricity, into a breeze block room with electricity and a cleaner pit latrine. He has bought a fridge and a television. But he still feels cheated by employer Lonmin, as well as the previously dominant National Union of Mineworkers.
"It's the union that betrayed us. We are in this deep, deep trouble because of these guys driving those Land Rover cars, X5s, getting a living wage. Someone just sitting in an office outside there gets maximum wage. That's why those guys are forcing us to go to work because all of them are in the gravy train. We just suffer."
Greg Marinovich is an award-winning photojournalist whose investigation into the Marikana killings revealed that police hunted down and killed escaping miners


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If you are having a backyard barbecue with family and friends this weekend, brighten it up with this fun summer pineapple garland. This project is easy enough that the kids can do it. It's a great way to get them off their electronics for an hour.
I'm sharing the full instructions over at Lady and the Blog, so head on over and say hello.
Happy weekend everyone!


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This 1950's 3 bedroom, 2 bath house was in terrible shape when we purchased it in 2009. It's in a fabulous location, one lot removed from the San Francisco Bay, with views of the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge. There was no operational heat, hot water, kitchen or complete working bathroom. There were structural issues with the ridge beam, saggy eaves and the carport was cracked and visibly settled. The kitchen was poorly arranged and the living room oddly shaped at 11' by 24'.
We opted to avoid a time consuming City Design Review hearing by maintaining the existing footprint and envelope. No area was added to the existing 2,078 square feet. The carport was enclosed and a few windows changed location, so approvals could be obtained at staff level. The entire process, design to construction punch list, took about 18 months.
The first thing we did was to remove the load bearing wall under the center ridge that divided the house in half and open up the rear wall with a 16' sliding glass door. That opened the central part of the house for a new kitchen and new dining and living areas. An overly large den was converted to a 2nd master suite, making it a 4/3. The existing master bath was expanded. We also managed to add a utility room and pantry.
All exterior siding, windows and doors were removed. Spray foam insulation was added in the ceilings and walls. Look closely and you'll see the new doors and windows are detailed without casing trimmers and a poplar wall base was set flush with the wallboard, separated by a small reveal, and painted to match.
The oddly shaped Monterey Pines in the front yard, which were diseased and prevented other plants from thriving, were removed. The small ¼ acre lot was re-graded and landscaped. We added a front fence of Western Red Cedar to match the new siding and installed extensive site drainage, landscaping and irrigation systems. The new driveway and rear patio are salt finished concrete.
The General Contractor was BBC Construction, San Rafael, CA.


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Toyota And Joe Gibbs Racing To Team Up For 2008 NASCAR Sprint Cup And Grand National Series
09/07/2007 Torrance, CA
September 5, 2007 - Torrance, CA - Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., and Joe Gibbs Racing announced today that the three-time championship-winning race team will campaign Toyota Camrys for drivers Tony Stewart, Denny Hamlin and Kyle Busch in the 2008 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series. Joe Gibbs Racing's NASCAR Grand National Series program will also utilize Toyota Camrys next season.
Joe Gibbs Racing will be joining Bill Davis Racing, Michael Waltrip Racing and Team Red Bull as the teams that will be racing the 'Most Popular Car in America' when the 2008 season kicks-off next February at Daytona International Speedway.
"Joe Gibbs Racing is one of the most respected teams in NASCAR, a championship-caliber race team and a first-class organization," said Jim Aust, vice president of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc., and president and CEO of TRD, U.S.A. (Toyota Racing Development). "We are confident that partnering with the Gibbs team will raise the level of our entire Toyota NASCAR program, and will be beneficial to all of the current teams racing the Toyota Camry."
"Our motorsports heritage has taught us the value of working with experienced teams and partners," Aust said. "We have built excellent relationships with the current teams as we have developed the Toyota Camry Cup program during our first year of NASCAR competition, and we look forward to developing a similar relationship with Joe Gibbs Racing."
"Joe Gibbs Racing and Toyota want to be competitive now and for generations to come," said J.D. Gibbs, president of Joe Gibbs Racing. "We have the same mindset in terms of performance and technology. We want to be the team to beat. They want to be the manufacturer to beat. That's a combination that works for us, for them, and our sponsors."
The addition of Joe Gibbs Racing to Toyota's NASCAR fold adds luster to a legacy 25 years in the making. Toyota began its full-scale American motorsports involvement 25 years ago in both IMSA sports cars, and off-road stadium and desert truck racing. Along the way, Toyota has won championships and races in Champ Car, IRL, sports car, and off-road.
Toyota began competing in NASCAR in the 2000 Goody's Dash Series and became a participant in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series in 2004. In addition to entering the Camry in Cup Series and Busch Series competition this season, Toyota has continued to participate in the Craftsman Truck Series with the Tundra.
Highlights from Toyota's NASCAR activities include the 2003 Dash Series driver's title (Robert Huffman) and the 2006 manufacturer's and driver's championships (Todd Bodine) in the Craftsman Truck Series, as well as a Busch Series victory (Jason Leffler) at O'Reilly Raceway Park at Indianapolis earlier this year. Brian Vickers fifth-place finish at Charlotte's Lowe's Motor Speedway has been the best finish by the Toyota Camry in the Nextel Cup Series this season.
The Toyota Camry has been the best-selling car in America for four straight years and eight of the past nine years. Assembled at Toyota's Georgetown, Kentucky plant, more than six million Camry models have been sold in the United States since its debut 23 years ago.
In 1992, Joe Gibbs Racing made its NASCAR debut with driver Dale Jarrett and sponsor Interstate Batteries. Since their initial season in NASCAR Cup competition, the team has captured series titles with Tony Stewart (2002 and 2005) and Bobby Labonte (2000), and has won over 70 races (Cup and Busch).
TRD, U.S.A. (Toyota Racing Development)
Powering all of Toyota's American racing programs is TRD, U.S.A. (Toyota Racing Development) in Costa Mesa, Calif., and Mooresville, N.C. A subsidiary of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc., TRD serves as the North American racing arm for design, development and assembly of Toyota's factory racing engines. In addition, TRD is also the source of high-performance aftermarket products for both street performance and grassroots racing Toyotas. From the race track to the aftermarket product segment, TRD plays a key role in providing Toyota with an enhanced performance image.
Toyota has ten manufacturing facilities in the United States, with one more currently under construction in Mississippi. With a strong manufacturing presence in the country, it's no surprise that more than half the Toyota vehicles sold in the United States are built here -- using many American-sourced parts. Toyota's overall commitment translates into manufacturing plants, sales and marketing operations, and research and design facilities throughout the United States, where Toyota directly employs more than 32,000. Since 1986, the company has built more than 12 million cars and trucks in the U.S. As one of the world's leading automakers, Toyota offers a full range of models from mini-vehicles to sedans to large trucks. For more information on Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., please visit www.toyota.com.


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*Blogger's note: In light of yesterday's tragedy, I was going to scrap the series and blog about something more serious... then I thought we probably need something a little light today. So here it is...
Continuing Famous Movie Quotes I don't Believe in week has brought us to the 1970's classic, Love Story, based on a novel of the same name by Erich Segal. He penned epic heartstrings and violin inducing sagas of love and loss. People adored this movie. I was one of those who when I was old enough to get it, sat through it with many plates of skepticism peppered with side-eye and a few helpings of some "for real tho" on the side.
In a synopsis:
Rich preppy dude (Ryan O'Neal) at Harvard meets po' preppy chick (Ali MacGraw) from Radcliffe. It's Romeo and Juliet redone, kinda. She tries to make him less white bread, he tries to keep her mostly naked. Romance follows. They fight and she tearfully tells him, "Love means never having to say you're sorry," thus letting him off the hook for his jackassery. His family hates her and cuts him off, they struggle, she gets sick and succumbs. His father is shamed and apologizes and dude tells him, "Love means never having to say you're sorry," thus letting him off the hook for his jackassery.
You see my issue here? By never admitting wrong doing and apologizing, I feel you're being let off the hook for whatever you did wrong in the first place giving you implicit invitation to continue to do wrong without consequence. Me no likey. Someone on the innanets agrees with me, here's their illustration:
I think love means saying you're sorry before you're backed into a corner and there's nothing else to say. I think saying you're sorry and following it up with actions proving you're sorry and will do better is a great way to love. Now on the other hand, if you're just throwing around I'm sorry like dirty Kleenexes, you might as well not say anything all. And that's not love.
I distinctly recall an ex who gave great apology. If apologizing for wrongdoing was an Olympic sport dude would be the Michael Phelps of that ish. He would get down on his knees in front of me, give the sorrowful chock-full of remorse look, drop his voice an octave, take my hand in his and say, "I genuinely apologize, Michele. I did not mean to hurt you." He always followed this up with some flavor of grand gesture and the obligatory knock-it-out-the-park-so-she-wont-remember-what-she-was-mad-about cocoa. This worked... until it got repetitive and by then I knew what was coming before he one-kneed on the carpet. Keep yo' sorrys when they don't meant a damn thing except "sorry until the next time I eff up" or "sorry I got caught and have to say I'm sorry again." :-/
But when they do mean something (and often they do), I think they should be said and meant and shored up by better behavior. Maybe that's just me? Am I the only one who sees the value in a well-done apology? Or do the people you love never really have to say it? Do share...


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The Woolcock Institute of Medical Research is pleased to announce the launch of its new interactive website!
We have made major improvements to the website's functionality as well as updating its 'look and feel'. The website has a fresh new design that will respond to different sized screens and devices. We have sections on our world-leading research into breathing and sleep research and information for patients visiting our clinics. You can donate or book an appointment online, read our news or add events to your calendar. For conferences and corporate functions, we have dedicated pages for our Level 5 venue hire. The site contains a multitude of news feeds for the general public, researchers and prospective students, as well as containing information about the history and corporate governance of our institute. Finally, we have a new-look continued education section where you can enrol in community, vocational or postgraduate courses.
We hope you enjoy the new website and don't forget to keep checking back to see what is new in the area of sleep and breathing research and treatment.