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Liner Notes Live at the Adelaide Cabaret Festival! TWO SHOWS! Ziggy Stardust AND The Blues Brothers! WHAT EVEN.
With Julia Zemiro, Maggie Beer, Andy Griffiths, Dave Graney, Kween Kong and Omar Musa.
AND OH! What a Pretty thing it will be.
Liner Notes salutes David Bowie's masterpiece of Sturm und Drag, on which he introduced the world to the leper Messiah from outer space, Ziggy Stardust. Featuring a live band ripping through the hits like a stiletto caught on satin flares, this is an unforgettable night of stories, spoken word and songs in celebration of a starman surely even Richard Dawkins believes in.
MC, Michael Nolan, will explore the lesser known facts and anecdotes about the album, while the Liner Notes house-band will metamorphose on the night, this time in guise as the Spiders from Mars.
A total blam-blam, we trust you'll agree. Our special guests are preparing to respond to the lyrics, themes or title of their allocated track.
Line Up
Side one:
1. 'Five Years' - Yana Alana
2. 'Soul Love' - Omar Musa & Luka Lesson
3. 'Moonage Daydream' - Sean M Whelan
4. 'Starman' - Mick Harvey
5. 'It Ain't Easy' - Maxine Beneba Clarke
Side two:
6. 'Lady Stardust' - Andy Griffiths
7. 'Hang On To Yourself' - Erik Jensen
8. 'Ziggy Stardust' - Angie Hart
9. 'Suffragette City' - Hannah Gadsby
10. 'Rock 'N' Roll Suicide' - Emilie Zoey Baker
We can't wait to dust off our red mullet wigs and our highest platform soles - until then, freakout in a moonage daydream. Oh yeah.
Saturday the 17th october ACMI 2! Book tickets here
Liner Notes debuts at the Byron Bay Writers Festival!
For the first time, the Festival turns up the volume as the literary cabaret Liner Notes hits town. One of Melbourne's best-loved spoken word events, this is a poetic tribute to a classic album, song by song. A stellar line-up of writers, poets and musicians explore their personal connection to that glam ham of wham, bam and thank-you-ma'am – David Bowie. Join us as we salute Bowie's masterpiece of Sturm und Drag, on which he introduced the world to the leper Messiah from outer space, Ziggy Stardust. Featuring special guests Andrew Denton, Missy Higgins, Andy Griffiths and Benjamin Law with Maxine Beneba-Clarke, Asphyxia, Omar Musa, Luka Lesson, Emilie Zoey Baker and Sean M Whelan.
So What Even Is It?
Liner Notes has become one of Melbourne's best-loved spoken word events, since its beginnings in 2006. It's a tribute to a classic album
featuring a line-up of writers, comedians and spoken word performers, as well as a live band. For the past three years, we have presented
sell-out shows as part of the MWF's program, themed respectively on Michael Jackson's Thriller, Fleetwood Mac's Rumours and INXS's Kick.
So, what is it exactly? We invite poets, novelists, comedians, hip-hop artists - writers of all kinds - and assign each a track from the
particular album. They create a response to it in any way they see fit and perform on the night in the track-listed order, with a break at the
end of Side One. Our live band re-interprets some of the tracks throughout, and the MC links the pieces with stories about the album and
the artists, like a live Classic Albums documentary. Some performers deliver straight poetry, some tell a story, some are almost stand-up,
some are more or less cabaret. Some tell personal anecdotes about the song or album (when they bought it or first heard it, what it meant to them), some use the lyrics or the song title as a base from which t0 spin off new work, some focus more on the artist or the times, some tell fantastic lies, some dress up, some sing a bit... It can be serious,
surreal, contemplative, funny, dark, whimsical, heartfelt or sneering... All up, it makes for a great themed night, combining the best of
literary, anecdotal and musical pleasures. The line-up has traditionally featured a few regular luminaries of Melbourne's spoken word scene and invited guests, including guests of the MWF. We've been delighted in previous years to have been joined by Angie Hart, Ken Arkind (US), TimClare (UK), Catherine Deveny, Nick Earls, Clare Bowditch, Charlie Pickering, Andrew Denton, Luka Lesson, Andy Griffiths, Missy Higgins, Richard Fidler, Asphyxia, Maxine Beneba-Clarke, Hannie Rayson, Tim Flannery, Benjamin Law, Deborah Conway, Jeet Thayil (India) Shane Maloney, William McInnes, Denise Scott and Linda Jaivan along with our beloved regulars including Ben Pobjie, Josh Earl, The Bedroom Philosopher, Yana Alana, and Alicia Sometimes.
Track Listing for Ziggy Stardust at the Regal Ballroom
1. 'Five Years' YANA ALANA
2. 'Soul Love' OMAR MUSA
3. 'Moonage Daydream' SEAN M WHELAN
4. 'Starman' TIM FLANNERY
5. 'It Ain't Easy' FIRST DOG ON THE MOON
Side two
6. 'Lady Stardust' BENJAMIN LAW
7. 'Star' ALICIA SOMETIMES
8. 'Hang On to Yourself'' BEN POBJIE
9. 'Ziggy Stardust' DEBORAH CONWAY
10. 'Suffragette City' JOUMANA HADDAD
11. 'Rock 'n' Roll Suicide' EMILIE ZOEY BAKER
We then took the show to The Brisbane Writers Festival! For the launch of the literary love-in, a 24 hour literary mega event. The cast makes me ALMOST FAINT WITH GLEE, THE GOOD GLEE NOT THE SHIT, TV GLEE.
Side one1.'Five Years' DAVID "Ghostboy" STAVANGER.
'Soul Love' MANDY BEAUMONT3.
'Moonage Daydream' SEAN M WHELAN4. '
Starman' WILLIAM McINNES5.
'It Ain't Easy' SHANE MALONEY
IntervalSide two
6. 'Lady Stardust' DENISE SCOTT
7. 'Star' NICK EARLS
8. 'Ziggy Stardust' DAVE GRANEY
9. 'Suffragette City' JEET THAYIL
10. 'Rock 'n' Roll Suicide' EMILIE ZOEY BAKER
Liner Notes: Ziggy Stardust Saturday 8 September Doors from: 7.30 The Powerhouse, New Farm Tickets: http://www.brisbanewritersfestival.com.au/default.asp?PageID=284
Side 1 1. 'Second Hand News' JOSH EARL
2. 'Dreams' CLARE BOWDITCH
3. 'Never Going Back Again' ALICIA SOMETIMES
4. 'Don't Stop' CHARLIE PICKERING
5. 'Go Your Own Way' EZB
6. 'Songbird' GEORGE DUNFORD
Side 2
7. 'The Chain' HANNIE RAYSON
8. 'You Make Loving Fun' BEN POBJIE
9. 'I Don't Want to Know' SEAN M WHELAN
10. 'Oh Daddy' EVA JOHANSEN
11. 'Gold Dust Woman' OMAR MUSA
Liner Notes: Rumours Melbourne Writers Festival
Saturday 4 September
Toff in Town Deakin House, Swanston St Tickets: http://www.mwf.com.au/2010/content/mwf-2010-events.asp?name=20100904-2000-Liner-Notes-Fleetwood-Macs-Rumours


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The Beacon
"This is the Lord's Table, and ALL are Welcome."
THANKS TO MAURICE SALDEBAR & TOM LENZO, THE CHURCH OF OUR SAVIOUR JOYFULLY AND THANKFULLY CELEBRATED OUR VETERANS, NOT WAR, ON NOVEMBER 13 -- It began with a Marine Color Guard processing at the 10:00 Service. The Service itself included the singing of the National Anthem and ended with "God Bless America". The highlight was Fr. Gary's Sermon perfectly entitled "Other Before Self".
"I hate the fact that we cannot seem to address the world's problems without resorting to violence. I hate war..." That said, he absolutely believes we need to celebrate those who have and continue to put themselves in harm's way, not for their own welfare but for something greater than themselves -- the Common Good. And this is what Veteran's Day is -- not the Call to Arms but the self-sacrificing response to the Call to Arms. "It is not the brandishing of weapons but the recognition of greatness in common folk -- young folk, of their willingness to give of themselves, to sacrifice -- perhaps even their very lives -- for the sake of the other."
I never have heard the Anti-War / Pro-Peace position more diplomatically expressed, and the Sermon was fabulous.
THREE INCREDIBLE EXAMPLES OF SELF-SACRIFICE -- As I listened to the Sermon, three examples re-enforcing Fr. Gary's message in spades came to mind.
In 1998 I was asked by our documentary making son-in-law Rob Lihani to assist him in videoing an interview with Historian Stephen Ambrose, author of "Undaunted Courage" and "Band of Brothers". In the midst of an answer to one of Rob's questions, Ambrose looked up and asked "Do you know who should be recognized as the Man of the 21st Century?" Without waiting for a response, he said "The American GIs, the 18 year old boys who stormed out of the landing crafts on June 6, 1944, without hesitation and saved the world for democracy!!!"
Also not to be overlooked were the thousands of young Marines who island hopped all the way to Okinawa at incredible loss of life. In fact, one of the oldest Marines still alive from those invasions lives in Royal Oaks where we are. He is Walt Jorgensen, and he fought in and survived the battles of Guadalcanal, Tarawa, Saipan and survived Okinawa. FYI, U.S. casualties at Okinawa were 55,162 wounded and 32,715 killed before President Truman ordered the bombings of Nagasaki and Hiroshima. .
Then, Saturday afternoon while channel surfing from one football game to another, I came across one of the most moving documentaries about WW II that I have ever seen, It chronicled the war time experiences of 25 Bedford Boys. Bedford was then a town of 3,200 people in Virginia, and on D-Day, June 6, these young men, part of Company A of the 116th Regiment of the 29th Division, were in the first wave of American soldiers to hit the beaches at Normandy. Within minutes, 19 WERE KILLED!!!
"However you look at the tragic reality of military combat, whatever you perceive as the motives that move us to the horror of war, looktoday not at the fire of weaponry's destructive terror, but at the fire of the young -- mostly young -- defenders' spirit. It is the spirit of self-sacrifice to the very core of their young being."
By the way, if you have never seen Steven Spielberg & Tom Hanks' 10 hour movie of Stephen Ambrose's "Band of Brothers", you MUST. No movie has ever captured the "self-sacrifice" which saved the world for democracy like "Band of Brothers"!!! Every American ought to watch this.
A DIFFERENT KIND OF PATTON -- The statue of General George Patton at COS shows the general with his trade mark two colt 45 revolvers strapped to his hips. His grandson Benjamin Patton not only was the first Patton male NOT to attend a military academy but also has made a living carrying video cameras, not guns. After a successful career as an executive at WNET, the PBS station in New York City, he is dedicating his talents to two projects. One is called the "Patton Veterans Project" and the other "I Was There", and both focus on veterans returning from Iraq and Afghanistan who are suffering from PTSD and the homelessness which results from this illness. Quite a contrast from the iconic scene in the movie "Patton" when his grandfather slaps the soldier in the field hospital and accuses him of being a gutless coward.
Thanks to Maurice Saldebar's creative thinking and Gabe Vazquez-Reyes' understanding of the power of social media, a full house in Cleaver Hall was able to hear first hand from Ben Patton about the above projects. I think everyone was impressed by what he is trying to accomplish, and I know they were deeply moved by the two examples he showed of how veterans respond to the workshops he is developing. If you ever have the opportunity to view either "Breaking Point" or "Reconnected" on YouTube, do not miss them. Heart breaking and breath taking don't begin to describe the impacts of these very short video productions.
Given whom we were celebrating, the importance and prominence of the Patton family in our 150 year history, AND the growing presence of homeless veterans in Southern California, I can't think of a more synergistic program to present on Veteran's Day 2016. Thank you to all of you who made the time from 10:00 to 1:30 so moving, and I especially want to thank Fr. Gary who proved that a life long pacifist is able to acknowledge so insightfully the self-sacrifice of so many so that he is able to continue to preach what he believes every Sunday.
THE VETERANS RESOURCE CENTER (VRC) -- A special addition to the Program was the presence of three people representing VRC, a department located at Pasadena City College, who made brief presentations. "The mission of VRC is to assist military and veteran students in making a successful transition from military life by providing information, tools, and comprehensive programs that increase student academic success and completion of their academic goal." Currently they have 700 veterans registered, 25% of whom are women; and the program has been recognized as the best in California and one of the five best in the country. If you are interested in hearing more, you can contact
Patricia D'Orange-Martin, Coordinator, Veterans Services @ PCC
Dr. Harold Martin, Psychology Professor @ PCC who teaches "Boots To Books: A Transition Class"
Denise Wadsworth, President of San Marino Rotary
POST SCRIPT -- Also in attendance at the Service was Helen Patton Plusczyk, one of General George's five grand children. She lives in Europe and is involved in two projects which strive to maintain the visibility of and to honor the soldiers who fought there. The highlight of her day surely must have been having her picture taken with Harry Baldwin, Captain US Army Reserve. I know it was for Harry because of his great respect for the general. Speaking of respect, I wonder what Helen thought when she saw the dead ivy and dying trees extending on either side of the general's statue. She might well wonder what our plans for the future are.
BROTHER DENNIS GIBBS: TALK ABOUT A CHANGE IN THE TRAJECTORY OF A JOURNEY!!! -- This is a statement from Br. Dennis included in a Brief History of PRISM Restorative Justice handed out at last week's Fund Raiser. "My response to follow Jesus has led me back to the streets where I was once homeless; it has led me back to the drug addicted as I once suffered; it has led me back to the jails where I once was a prisoner; it has led me back to my future."
Over the years since Br. Dennis arrived at COS, I have gleaned bits and pieces of information about his Journey, but sometimes information is hard to come by. Thankfully, the celebration of PRISM's 10th Anniversary occasioned the release of a lot of information about him which I'll bet most of you do not know. Here are the highlights:
In 2004 Dennis became a lay volunteer in the jails under the sponsorship of the Catholic Office of Restorative Justice. He was the only Episcopalian doing this then, and it was only one Sunday a month.
The Rt. Rev. Chester Talton became aware of his work and was instrumental in the establishment within the Diocese of what became PRISM and allowed Dennis to spend increasing amounts of time visiting the jails.
In 2008 Greta Ronningen joined him: "PRISM would not be where we are today without the huge contributions Sister Greta has made to this ministry. Her work and influence across the spectrum of incarceration from Juvenile Halls, to both women's and men's jails is nothing short of amazing. In 2011 she accepted the responsibility of co-directorship of PRISM and has helped guide PRISM to where we are today."
A big turning point was in 2010 when, "because of the growing number of people and programs being implemented by PRISM Chaplains and volunteers, and after months of conversation with the Sheriff's Department, we were designated as our own religious affiliation in the jail system."
More recently, the Sheriff has asked PRISM to develop a program for the training of Chaplains to serve as "greeters" of those who are just entering the jail system. Br. Dennis says this is a two to three day process which for many first timers can be extremely stressful. This is a huge vote of confidence from the Sheriff and obviously reflects the respect he has for work being done by PRISM and its forty chaplains and volunteers in the four county jail facilities.
AN ADDITION TO THE YOUTH MINISTRY LITURGY: THE "GROG-A-PALOOZA" -- Last week Deacon Bill Doulos reported seeing 40 to 50 young people in the North Parking lot Sunday night trashing pumpkins. Fortunately, he did not call San Gabriel's finest but instead figured out that the pumpkin launchers were under the supervision of Gabe & Taylor Vazquez-Reyes, and they were engaged in something called the Grog-a-palooza & Pumpkin Smash. Bill heard that there were about 40 to 50 young people involved from six churches, not all of them Episcopalian. Besides COS participation, five were from Immanuel, and it was Bill's impression from a distance that the Grog-A-Palooza, whatever that is, was a great success. Obviously, the Youth Programs at COS are in capable hands with Gabe and Taylor in charge.
THE SOUND OF MUSIC REVERBERATED THROUGH CLEAVER HALL ON SATURDAY -- Because we have one of the most appealing venues in the area in Cleaver Hall and because we have a Community oriented Rector in Fr. Gary Bradley, an Ensemble from the SAN GABRIEL VALLEY MUSIC THEATER (SGVTM) has sort of taken upresidence at COS. Saturday they gave their second performance of the fall entitled "ROCK OPERAS & BLOCKBUSTERS: 1970's -- 1990's", and it was tremendous. The 3:30 show was a sell out, and the "memories" came one after another; there was a lot of emotion in the room. Along with Canon Phil Smith's "Music For The Season", COS certainly is doing its share to keep music alive and well in the West San Gabriel Valley.
THE ALTAR: "MINISTERIAL OR INCARNATION" VS. "MYSTICAL OR TRANSFIGURATION" ? -- Don't know the difference? You would if you had been in church because you would have received a one page explanation from Fr. Gary. If you are interested in why the Altar moved farther away from you on Sunday, I'm sure a copy is available in the church office or in the back of the church.
THINK ABOUT IT -- THE Church of Our Saviour at 150 years of age is older than either the State of Montana which became the 21st state 141 years ago or Levi Strauss Jeans which my pants tell me have provided "Quality (which) Never Goes Out Of Style" since May 20, 1873. Just sayin'; COS has a history longer than both.


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I am really excited to be staring a new blog...AND a new website!!! As I embark on this journey, R.I.P. Audio, Edibles, & the 4th Dimension, I look forward to sharing some of my thoughts, ideas, recipes, discoveries, meditations, and inspirations. I hope that you'll come along for the ride. Here is a little something to wet your appetite. ¡Bon Appetit!
Roasted Butternut Squash Soup:
- 2 cups of roasted butternut squash
- 1 onion (diced)
- 3 cloves of garlic (chopped)
- 2 carrots (chopped)
- 1 granny smith apple (cored and chopped)
- 3 dates (pitted and soaked)
- 2 Tbsp fresh sage
- 1-2 Tbsp of freshly grated ginger
- 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice (or nutmeg)
- vegetable stock (about 1 quart)
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Combine all ingredients, except coconut milk, in a pot and cover with vegetable stock.
Bring to a boil and simmer till squash and carrots are fork tender (about 15 minis). Add contents of pot to blender (or use hand-blender) and purée till smooth. Add soup back to pot and add coconut milk. Continue to simmer an season to taste.
Garnish options:
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"They just lolled about": Actor Simon Callow"s amazing Royal Wedding outburst
"They just lolled about": Actor Simon Callow"s amazing Royal Wedding outburst
9:50 PM on 22nd May 2011
It was a wedding which captured the nation"s heart.
But for leading actor Simon Callow, Prince William and Kate Middleton didn't take their royal nuptials nearly seriously enough.
The Four Weddings and A Funeral star launched into an extraordinary tirade against the royal couple while promoting his latest play, saying the pair looked like 'they were in their front room'.
Relaxed… the attitude of the royal couple upset actor Simon Callow
The actor, who was awarded a CBE by the Queen for services to acting in 1999, accused the newly-weds of being too relaxed and undermining the grandeur of the event.
Speaking to the Sunday Express, Mr Callow said: 'I was struck by the extreme relaxation of the protagonists, and that was kind of amazing, but it was a little disappointing too, I thought because it was such an epic event yet they looked as if they were in their own front room.
'I saw them lolling around a bit on their seats and making little jokes and all the rest of it.
Disappointed.. Actor Simon callow thought the royal wedding lacked grandeur
'Clearly the contrast between them and Charles and Diana was all to their advantage, and yet if these events are to be held and the taxpayers pay a great deal of money for them…it would be kind of nice if the participants seemed to have some sense of grandeur.'
Mr Callow admitted his views were out of step with the general public who had heaped praise on the couple for being down to earth.
Prestigious actor Mr Callow, who in 2007 was named 28th most influential gay person in the UK, said he didn't even bother to watch the Royal Wedding as he was working.
'It didn't interest me very much and it was bewildering to me how excited people were about it', he added.
The Queen and the late Princess Diana, however, left lasting impressions on the actor.
He told the Sunday Express: 'I was sitting next to Princess Diana at the premire of a film I'd been in called Postcards From The Edge.
"It was the first time I met her and she said: 'You are not going to fall asleep on me are you
Comparisons… Simon Callow said William and Kate were down to earth compared to Charles and Diana but "lacked grandeur"
Joking… Simon Callow said the couples demeanour was too relaxed for the occasion
"Film stars have seen the film so often that they fall asleep when it starts. I said I promised I wouldn't.'
And far from being frightened his comments may dissuade the royals from handing him a knighthood, Mr Callow said he has no aspirations to a title.
He said: 'Perhaps if I do something remarkable I might get a knighthood.
'But I don't sit around thinking: When is it coming'


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Tulsa Chiropractor & Nutritionist Services
We strive to have the best care for our patients. We are able to meet the needs of most of our patient's nutritional needs with dietary and nutritional supplement suggestions in our office. There are occasions when our patients need an expert; when that time occurs we have partnered with Society of Wellness and Jennifer Franco. Society of Wellness is a nutrition consulting company which implements nutritional systems in doctors' offices around the country. The style of nutrition taught is one that begins with a whole food philosophy that works synergistically with chiropractic. S.O.W. currently supports thousands of chiropractic patients at over 70 offices across the nation, adhering to the belief, that the body is self healing and self regulating given that it is free of nerve interference and properly fed.
As a clinical nutritionist, Jennifer conducts Nutritional Consultations with our clients from her Southern California offices. The purpose of a nutritional exam is to evaluate the functional health of clients and determine their specific needs to further support their personal wellness goals. Jennifer has an educational background in Kinesiology and is certified in clinical nutrition as well as an AFAA certified personal trainer.
Jennifer continuously strives to practice and maintain a true wellness lifestyle. As a sports enthusiast, she enjoys everything from professional team sports to her own personal athletic ambitions such as snowboarding, surfing, hiking and completing her first marathon in 2008. She maintains a healthy lifestyle by maintaining physical fitness, a positive mental attitude, whole food nutrition and receives regular chiropractic care!


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On April 13, Dark Horse Cycles put on the 6th annual Singlespeedapalooza at Stewart State Forest, right here in Newburgh, New York. This is a great event every year, and for most, unofficially kicks off the mountain bike racing season. I was working late nights and early mornings to complete frame .008 in time for Cima to debut it at the race.
And what a debut it was! Cima raced it for the first time, only a couple days after it was built up, and landed solidly on the 3rd place podium in the fat bike class. What a way to start the season!
The build included a carbon Carver fork, cockpit by Thomson and Answer, and custom wheels built by Kyle at Peoples Bikes in Beacon, using I9 hubs and Surly Marge lite rims. After a rough ride at Blue mountain, we decided to convert the rear to 177×12. Just a call to I9 for hub conversion endcaps, and another to Paragon for the dropout inserts and Shimano thru axle and we were good to go. The beauty of simple versatility.


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The Facts
Sag Harbor teens alcohol use compared to national averages
Percentage of teens who say they engaged in risky behavior for peer recognition and reward.
Percentage of students who have tried e-cigarettes
Percentage of 7th- and 8th-graders who said family conflict at home influenced their decisions to engage in risky behavior.
Past 30-Day Use Among Teens
Data from all graphs from a 2014 survey.
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Get involved in your community and help provide fun and safe activities for youth in our community. Most importantly, set a good example for your children and their friends.


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"Not a Grand? Not an Average? Then here is a petite cornerstone wall just for you. No shame in admitting your house is small. Its not the size that counts, its how you decorate it."
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Petite Staggered Cornerstone Wall Set
This is the petite sized wall set I have been holding on to for a while, as it was a wall design that I used to learn how to make custom walls. A steep learning curve by I finally have the method understood, I think. Anyway, this is a masonry wall set with 3 styles. I have supplied both the sims3pack and package files in to archive.
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Crunchy Creatures are a healthy corn snack range aimed at children. Developed by Veronica's Snacks each crisp is a unique dinosaur shape - Tyrannosaurus Rex, Brontosaurus and Stegosaurus. Copywriter Catherine Maher helped with the naming of the characters and created a unique story for each.
Cheese flavour has been produced and is stocked in most major retailers both in Ireland and the UK. The two remaining flavours are soon due for launch.


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I / we are not doing too well with our goal of posting one picture per day here. Please forgive me.
I've been very busy with a new web site www.amishimages.com. It has totally consumed me.
The new site is to showcase the Amish Images taken over the last few years. To this I've added only the best of other images.
More importantly I've added gifts from local Amish and other craftspeople that you can buy. Some are inspirational plaques and signs. Others are clever wooden puzzels.
... but the point of this post is to let you know I've not forgotten this blog... I've just gotten busy on this other site. Once it is launched I'll hopefully post here daily.


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I am so so excited to share Nora's nursery with you today! She is going to be here in just a few days and I keep dreaming of the days to come in this sweet space.
When I found out I was having a girl the first thing I started on was the nursery. I was so excited to be able to do a room totally dedicated to my little girl (it was kind a dream come true for me). I knew I wanted something light and airy but fun. I had a few vintage pieces that I have been hanging on to that I knew had to be incorporated into the design, but I definitely wanted a touch of modern as well.
The first thing I got was the crib sheet by Little Unicorn . I pulled the blush, gray and pops of color from the sheet and used it for the color pallet of the room. Sydni showed me the gorgeous print from Christie Adelle and I fell in love! The amazing artwork became the focal point of the room and I love how it added a modern touch and tied everything together. The crib was actually mine when I was a baby so it has some special meaning. The vintage dresser was my great grandmothers so it has some EXTRA special meaning, and that darling rocking horse was made by my amazing father. I love that I could incorporate these meaningful pieces into her room and I feel like they fit so well. The big fluffy pink rug was a find at Tuesday Morning. One touch of that rug and I knew I had to have it! It is crazy soft and cozy I love sitting in the chair and just rubbing my feet on the rug which has become my favorite part of the room.
For the changing table I am using a beautiful dresser that belonged to my great grandmother. I love the warmth of the wood and tried to accent it throughout the room. The changing pad fits perfectly on it and I hung a beautiful mobile from pottery barn over the top (sorry guys it is currently out of stock). I am super excited about the diaper caddy by Ubbi. I love that I can have all I need for changing in one portable spot. I also can't wait to try out the Ubbi diaper pail it is supposed to block out odors and my favorite part is I can use regular garbage bags and I don't have to spend a fortune on special bags.
I accessorized the book shelves with a mixture of vintage and modern items to bring the space together. I framed a bib and a bonnet that my great grandmother made and added some modern art pieces that I found on Etsy along with some toys and books. I love this little spot in her room and I am sure my boys will love hanging out with her there.
I can't wait to watch my little girl grow in this space and be a happy place for memories to be made.
You can find some of the items in the room here. There are a few items that are no longer available, but If I am missing something, don't hesitate to ask!


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Saturday, September 1, 2007
Dark Carnival and California
Last saturday I attended the last day of the Dark Carnival Film Fest. I saw some great shorts and two interesting full length movies, including the goriest movie I've ever seen, and that's saying a lot.
Some of my best friends were there.
Afterwards was a monster mash of a dance party. The band leader was the first Jason. Carrie was declared queen of the dance. But somehow stuff went wrong.
You can check out more pictures on my flicker account, including the firedepartment being called, and some other exciting stuff.http://www.flickr.com/photos/deniscomix
Here's a copy of the student newspaper review of the festival that I'm quoted in
Indiana Daily Student - Aug. 27, 2007
Dark Carnival brings out frights, delights
by Nick Mills
Although the sun was shining, Bloomington got a little darker this weekend with the arrival of the Dark Carnival Film Festival. More than just a film festival, the horror fest was full of terrifying spectacles. From celebrity guests to costumed creepsters, the dark underworld of independent horror films shined its light at the Buskirk-Chumley Theater.
The events included sideshows and a celebrity meet-and-greet session with special guests Ari Lehman (the original Jason from "Friday the 13th") and Raine Brown (from the film "100 Tears"). Before stepping inside the Buskirk, theatergoers congregated by the front door to watch a local man dressed as Michael Myers from the "Halloween" movies wander through the crowd. The entertaining duo of Baron Mardi and Dr. Calamari, two of Bloomington's own local make-up artists, donned costumes to host the festival.
To get the festivities off to a proper start, the Starlite Drive-In hosted a screening of the film "Dead and Breakfast" on Thursday night. Special guest Brenna Lee Roth was out and about, conversing with attendees – although most of the attention fell on her father, David Lee Roth, of Van Halen fame, who was slated to show up but never made an appearance.
"If he comes, he'll steal my thunder," Brenna said in good nature after someone interjected and asked if "DLR" was coming. "Even if he doesn't, he'll steal my thunder."
Film screenings for the festival began Friday. Various horror flicks were on display, and in between shows the filmmakers held discussions. Films were sent in from all over the nation and included everything from stop-motion to animation, as well as short and feature-length films. After reviewing the films over several days, workers and volunteers at Cinephile chose the best to be shown.
The audience enjoyed the film selection, commenting on the variety and giving other compliments as varied as the films themselves.
"I just like the violence," Bloomington resident Katrina Perry said. "I like to satisfy my violent urges through film."
Festival performers included the Blue Monkey Sideshow, with their presentation of gut-wrenching stunts, humor and entertainment. More extreme acts included walking on glass and lying on a bed of nails, the latter of which induced cringing from the audience.
While few members, like Perry, enjoyed the Dark Carnival for the violence, others merely were pleased that a supportive art community can come together in Bloomington to express themselves through horror.
"This [festival] is just a celebration of the fun of the horror genre," said Denis St. John, a student at the Center of Cartoon Studies in White River Junction, Vt.
David Pruett, the organizer of the event, claims it was originally going to be a "festival of the weird" or a "display of curiosity," but as the plans unfolded, it turned into a festival based around film. The event took only five months to plan – quite a feat for something of this size, according to Pruett.
"I really like that it's the first year that they did (the festival) from the ground up, and it went really well," said Brown, whose film "100 Tears" was the last film shown on Saturday. "It will only get bigger."
Others echoed Brown's optimism for a repeat film festival. Pruett said the filmmakers enjoyed the event and the people involved in planning it are pushing to have one next year.
"I was happy the filmmakers enjoyed it. They were really happy with the audience turnout and their energy," Pruett said. "It's pretty likely (it's) going to happen again."
that was sent to me by my friend KosmosFlot.
I also have some pics from my trip to California up on flicker.
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Favors have grown a portion of almost different types of party a man or woman attends. They are simply given outside as "Thank you" merchandise to all those attending. One special event type that features not had its very own favors until such time as recently may be the bridal/wedding shower area. Today, there are number options for what to be supplied as bridal/wedding showering favors. These items can be installed several different methods. So, what are a portion of the different purposes for bridal/wedding wash favors? Surely, the original grounds for giving favors continue to be valid. This stuff say "Thank you" so that you can those through attendance within a more significant manner than the usual simple "Thank you" card dispatched after the fact that. Careful comparing prices enables us to find and purchase some seriously nice what to use for the reason that bridal/wedding shower area favors. This stuff make terrific keepsakes that can remind a guests from the fun had when it reaches this shower.
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This technique reduces losses and even keeps door crashers out. This work can be performed by security particulars for at times invited guests could possibly be unruly and even demand so that you can secure entry with regard to their friends free of cards. The shortcomings with this method are the fact that guests feel as if they are usually now being policed and are not able to enjoy the actual party on the maximum.
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Coming way up with attraction ideas for the bridal shower might be fun. Employ your thoughts, have exciting, and make sure you include your current personality as part of your decorations. Creating issues yourself will certainly always provide atmosphere plus the occasion detail and friendliness it might not have in any other case. Here are some terrific centerpiece ideas for the bridal bathe.
Advice woods – Get guests submit pretty playing cards with partnership and union advice. Crease or spin them along with string these people with pretty wire. Hang them through the branches of a "tree" made out of a gnarly, bare woods branch in a very strong table lamp.
Potted Plant life and herbal products – Often, the most straightforward arrangements might make the ideal impressions. Simple potted plant life or herbs put on tables might make great accessories, especially for the bridal shower which has an herb, bloom, spring as well as summer design. Give your plants on the bride following party or present them to company as entrance and bash game gifts. Hanging plant life makes abnormal and unanticipated centerpieces.
Candles – Much like for a married relationship, candles might make breathtaking centerpieces for the bridal bathe party. Use candles inside party's design color, or have a multitude of all-white candles for the table's cape. You may use floating candle in amazingly bowls, candle in classic lanterns, or candle engraved while using names in the happy couple.
Theme — Great parties will have great themes or templates. A design can tie up all issues with the bash together right cohesive total. Centerpieces can get along with these themes or templates beautifully. Great bash themes can get along with the escape to Paris or bridesmaid theme. There are several other themes or templates unique for you to bridal showers, way too. At a new stock your pantry bash, guests are common asked to create gifts that could be found in a very pantry. Herbs along with spices as well as spoons along with spatulas throughout vases would likely make wonderful centerpieces for the theme this way.
The most important duties that this bridal bash has in are prepared for a marriage ceremony is putting the bridesmaid shower. Bridal showers could incorporate themes or templates or are more traditional. One very well liked theme is to experience a lingerie bridesmaid shower. A corset lingerie bridal bathe means the each of the guests; bring gifts to the bride that have to be used for the honeymoon. This can be, of study course, a "for girls only" event so it will be usually fine with anyone in work. If any individual is, they may possibly opt out of your gift giving area of the bash and that is a matter. So it ought to be made clear for the invitation that this theme in the party is often a little risk.
Gifts to the party — Another variation for this theme should be to have a person showcase hot gifts with the party and rather than the guests taking gifts; they should purchase items to the fiancé-to-be at your party. Be clear using your representative precisely how and what these are expected to perform. Most are great at precisely what they accomplish and won't find as smutty or way too pushy to the sale. Such a party is merely in case you are certainly not easily embarrassed with the subject, so it has to be made clear for the invitation that it must be a corset lingerie party using erotic gadgets. You need to understand that older women could possibly be in work so if which are the case things must be kept attractive; remember this is the bridal shower not only a bachelorette bash. Sexy corset lingerie, scented candle, lotions, ointments and rub oils are generally tasteful along with appropriate products.
Invitations along with food — The invitation must be appropriately themes or templates. A minute card cutout of a sexy corset lingerie outfit or possibly a clipart drawing of sexy corset lingerie set is often a nice touch to execute the design. The decor in the room also needs to give your impression of a sexy bedroom. Candlelight is actually the best way to set your tone for the lingerie created party. Big comfortable chairs along with pillows also work effectively to collection the feelings. The food is determined by the time, finger food usually work effectively; and, for the lingerie created bridal bathe, chocolates can be a wonderful aphrodisiac and also a perfect alternative for such a theme as being a snack as well as to take home as being a gift.
By having a bridal bathe, the bride-to-be and the many people all-around her cardiovascular can consume a quality occasion together throughout celebrating your ex upcoming marriage ceremony. It is often a perfect time for it to show on the bride-to-be that Jane is special, plus a perfect time for it to pamper your ex. Planning a new bridal shower is usually a bit demanding, but then there are many genuine tricks to help your organizer to generate the celebration successful along with memorable.
Guest Listing – Your organizer must build a guest listing, but ahead of she'll undertake it, there are generally some issues she should consider. 1st, she should decide which kind of party for you to plan. A bridesmaid shower is usually an exclusive girly party as well as an outgoing type that also includes men. Once it turned out decided, it's going to be easy to consider the individuals to invite. Generally, the listing includes your bride's female friends members (if it can be an all-ladies party), and groom's friends members (if it can be coed). According to the bride's-to-be personal preferences, the shower is seen as a small seductive affair or possibly a bigger celebration. If it is just a coed on the other hand, both the happy couple, as effectively as his or her close guy and women friends must be invited.
Bridal Bathe Date – There isn't a hard rule in relation to the bathe date. Anytime involving three to 8 weeks before wedding, a shower might be thrown on the bride-to-be. On the other hand, the leader should look for a date that may be favorable to tastes invited men and women, and best of all to your bride-to-be.
Bridal Bathe Venue — The venue in the shower usually is determined by the quantity of people that is to be invited plus the budget inclination. Small bridesmaid showers generally held in your house or yard, while even bigger ones will often be at outer venues similar to halls, dining establishments, hotels etc.
Bridal Bathe Theme — The leader may go with a theme that will suits ideal the bathe. It may be something that in connection with her favorite sports, Series, hobbies, lifestyle or any situation that defines your ex. Once your theme has been decided, it's going to be easy to watch out for the accessories, favors along with gifts to the shower. The party will be decorated in a manner that it will certainly leave a terrific impression to everyone the men and women involved.


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The National Center for Education Research, in collaboration with the Institute for Policy Research (IPR) at Northwestern University, is hosting a new two-week training workshop on quasi-experimental design and analysis. Participants will learn state-of-the-art methods for evaluating education interventions. The workshop will include lectures, small group discussions, individual consultations, and small-group practical exercises. Attendees will also carry out hands-on analyses of data collected from quasi-experimental designs.
Dates: July 31-August 11, 2017
Location: Northwestern University, Evanston, IL
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Revillagigedos Islands, Mexico
April 3 - 10, 2018
8 Day Expedition ( 6 Days Diving)
12 of 16 Spaces Available
(April 1st ) - * Arrival Day. Fly into Cabo San Lucas, spend the night at a local hotel. (Arrangements on your own).
Airport; Cabo San Lucas International Airport.
DAY 1 ( April 2nd ) - Pick up by van at 10:00 at hotel (pick up will be at a specified hotel). Van will shuttle to you to boat ramp to board the M/V SEA ESCAPE. Once we are all aboard we depart to San Benedicto Island. Departure time is around 11AM.
20 hour boat ride to the islands.
Day 2. - Arrival to San Benedicto Island between 12-1 PM. Diving all day. Depending on Sea life and weather conditions, SEA ESCAPE would stay at anchor for a second day of diving, or move to Socorro Island during the night.
Day 3. - Diving all day at San Benedicto or Socorro Island.
Day 4. - Diving all day at Socorro Island. At dusk, SEA ESCAPE will depart towards Roca Partida, (weather depedant) (7 hours).
Day 5. - Diving all day at Roca Partida. If weather conditions allow, SEA ESCAPE will remain at Roca Partida for a second day of diving.
Day 6. - Diving all day at Roca Partida or back to Socorro Island.
Day 7. - Diving all day and depart to Cabo San Lucas at 4PM.
Day 8. - ( April 9th) - Arrival to Cabo San Lucas at 2PM, transfers to your hotels.
Considered Mexico's Galapagos... Located in the eastern Pacific Ocean, approximately 240 miles south of Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, is the Revillagigedos Archipelago, more commonly called Socorro. The diving at Socorro Island, Mexico has been made famous for its big animal encounters. Friendly giant mantas and dolphins have been known to approach divers, giant schools of silkies, duskies and scalloped hammerhead sharks often cruise in the nearby distance. Silvertips patrol the cleaning stations with yellowfin tuna zipping overhead. Our expedition is specifically timed to arrive at the archipelago during the heart of the humpback whale migration when mothers are looking after their newborn calves. Whales are often spotted at all the islands we visit and if we are really lucky, we may have an opportunity to swim with them as well.
One of the things Socorro is famous for is their manta rays. They have a large population of manta rays that migrate through the islands every year. These encounters are legendary. Friendly mantas will often approach divers asking for belly rubs. (although divers are not allowed to touch them.). The mantas also enjoy the feel of your regulator bubbles on their bellies and will sometimes hover inches above your head. It is an incredible feeling when a wild and free manta ray swims up to you and wants to interact... It is just true ocean magic.
Female humpbacks migrate through here each season with their newborn calves. We plan our expeditions here during humpback whale season. Our hope is for opportunity to get in the water with them. Most of the time, the whales want nothing to do with us and will swim off as we approach. But every once in a while, divers here get lucky and mothers will tolerate their presence. During these encounters, the babies have been known to approach divers. Which is what we are hoping for.
Mantas and whales are not the only reason to dive Socorro. although they are the stars of the show, there is also opportunities to play with friendly bottle nose dolphins or photograph schooling scalloped hammerheads, silvertips, silkies, Galapagos sharks and piles and piles of whitetip reef sharks. Some spots are so thick with tuna, jacks and other pelagic life, it is visually over whelming.
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Ca'n Antuna
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- Charming stone house
- Set in picturesque village of Fornalutx
- Stunning rural views
- Walking distance to shops and restaurants
This property has an exclusive offer, please view our Late availability page for more information.
Fornalutx continues to captivate the discerning traveller and we are delighted to feature this quintessential and exceedingly pretty farmhouse just a gentle stroll from Fornalutx's many restaurants.
The quirky and stylish interiors have been lovingly furnished by the owner – the walls are adorned with his family's paintings which help create a certain bohemian je ne sais quoi.
The wonderful country kitchen leads out to a secret treasure garden full of nooks and crannies as well as plenty of space for those seeking a quiet shaded corner to read and relax. The generous size pool can be found at the highest point of this very private garden offering truly spectacular views towards the mountains and valleys.
Ca'n Antuna is located in the heart of the prettiest village in Mallorca and would suit anyone looking to stay somewhere quite unique in beautiful surroundings.
Explore our pre-bookable experiences in Fornalutx & Sóller
- 3 bedrooms (sleeps 2-5)
Ground floor
- Living area with stove fire, CD player
- TV room (off living area) with Satellite TV (limited English channels) and DVD player
First floor
- Country kitchen with hob, oven, fridge-freezer, microwave, dishwasher; leads out to garden and terrace
- Shower room
- Master air-conditioned double bedroom with en-suite bath room
- Small terrace off master bedroom
Second floor
- Second living room with TV, door to shower room. Mezzanine twin air-conditioned bedroom
- Further staircase from kitchen to small double bedroom (New for 2019 - this room is now air-conditioned)
Villa access times
- Check-in time – 4.00pm
- Check-out time – 10.00am
- No infants or children under 8 years of age
- Low ceilings and steep steps
- Utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer
- Iron, ironing board, hair-dryer, pool and bath towels provided
- Barbecue
- Terraced garden with large dining table and outdoor seating area
- Swimming pool located along pathway through the gardens
- Private swimming pool 11m x 4m (depth 1.19m – 1.81m) with Roman steps
- Private parking
- Property cleaned once a week
- Unsuitable for people with walking difficulties due to uneven floors and steps
Complimentary wifi
- All properties with wifi are able to support basic functionality such as web browsing and checking emails*
* We aim to offer an uninterrupted service but sometimes due to factors beyond our control reliability can be affected
- Beach (Puerto Sóller) 15min drive
- Restaurants/shops (Fornalutx) 2min walk
- Palma and airport 40min drive
Car hire
Car options
Based on the number of people travelling, the following hire car(s) are included in the package price of your holiday:
- 2-3 guests – 1 Group A2, Peugeot 108 or similar*
- 4 guests – 1 Group B2, Peugeot 208 or similar*
- 5 guests – 1 Group C, Peugeot 308 or similar*
* All our cars include full comprehensive insurance with zero excess. For this particular destination, the undercarriage, tyres and windscreen are covered by the insurance.
Car specification
Group A2 – 1.2 litre engine, 1 large and 1 small suitcase*
Group B2 – 1.2 litre engine, 2 large suitcases*
Group C – 1.4 litre engine, 3 large suitcases*
The following cars are available as alternatives on request (supplements apply). Please call our travel specialists for details.
Group C1 – Peugeot 308 or similar, 1.6 litre engine, 3 large suitcases*
Group D – Citroën Berlingo or similar, 1.4 litre engine, 6 large suitcases*
Group D3, Citroën Grand C4 Picasso or similar, 1.6 litre engine, 4 large and 1 small suitcase*
Group E, Fiat Scudo 8 seater or similar, 1.6 litre engine, 5 large suitcases*
Group E1, Fiat Scudo 9 seater or similar, 1.6 litre engine, 5 large suitcases*
Group F, Citroën C3 Automatic or similar,1.2 litre engine, 3 medium suitcases*
Group G, Peugeot 2008 Automatic or similar, 1.2 litre engine, 1 large and 2 medium suitcases*
* Suitcase sizes are based on a large suitcase being approximately 75cm x 41cm x 31cm, a medium suitcase of approximately 65cm x 46cm x 29cm and a small suitcase of 55cm x 40cm x 20cm.
Customer Feedback
This is a unique, spacious property with stunning views, surprisingly large garden area with orange and lemon trees and a lovely pool. Just a short walk to the village shops and restaurants but the property feels very private. Simpson reps extremely helpful both on the phone and in person.
The Mirza Family – July 2019
Villa Ca'n Antuna was quirky, but very nice. Its proximity to Fornalutx was perfect, close to bars and restaurants. The village was very lively with a lot going on. I would recommend Simpson Travel as it makes a refreshing change to have a villa accurately described!
Mrs Edwards – August 2018
I have used Simpson Travel for many years and have always had a great experience. Every detail is covered and service, both before and during the holiday, is excellent.
Mrs Shord – August 2017
Loved living in an art gallery all week, wish I could paint – both inside and outside were an inspiration. Addicted to fresh orange juice – might have to get a juicer! Felt like home – you for sharing.
The Kay Family - June 2017
A lovely week. This delightful, quirky farmhouse with its amazing art was a lovely surprise. Thank you to rep Barbara for suggesting the walk, it was a tough climb from the orient side but the views are fabulous and there's a bar at the top! We had some good meals at the restaurants down the road although there isn't a huge choice for vegetarians like myself, but we thought the Tumbet at Es Turo was excellent. All in all a very relaxing and enjoyable holiday – thanks.
Helen & Richard Royston – October 2016
A relaxing week at the end of season. The house served us well and we appreciated the fantastic art and cartoons – they must be worth a fortune!
Mark & Barbara – October 2016
What an enchanting place – so very special in every way. We just loved the art and the views are spectacular, we are already planning our return! Thank you for a truly memorable stay.
Cary & David – September 2016
This is the fourth time we have travelled with Simpson Travel and as before have found the level of service and accommodation excellent. Ca'n Antuna in Fornatulx is an absolute delight, arty and quirky, but wonderful – in a spectacular setting – a truly memorable holiday and we look forward to a return visit.
Ms Robbins – September 2016
Fornalutx is an enchanting little town and our visit luckily coincided with the fiesta with lots of music and entertainment. The range of good restaurants within a very short walk of Ca'n Antuna was very much appreciated. The beautiful mountain views and short drive to the lovely beach at Port Sóller made this an ideal holiday location. Ca'n Antuna is a very quirky and individual old house with a large garden, terraces and swimming pool, suited to able-bodied adults due to the steep stairs to the various levels in the house.
Mr Goldsmith – September 2016
We had a fabulous holiday in this very special and unique house. Loved the quirky décor and artwork. The pool area is great for lounging and enjoyed the spectacular view! Had a fantastic boat trip to Cala Tuent from Port Sóller – we loved this beach so drove back for a visit through stunning mountains – which we would really recommend. Also drove to Sant Elm and took a boat to Dragonera Island which is inhabited by lizards! What a fantastic holiday – would love to return.
The Hassan Family – August 2016
What a special part of the world. We loved Fornalutx and the mountains.
The Wesseldine Family – July 2016
My family had a delightful stay in this quaint villa and enjoyed the town of Fornalutx.
Gay, Lucinda, James & Angus – July 2016
The traditional accommodation secured via Simpson Travel was unlike anything we'd seen with other tour companies. In terms of character, location and privacy it was unique in our mind, which added to the overall enjoyment of our holiday.
Mr Imeson – June 2016
We have had a fabulous week in this charming and characterful old farmhouse. The weather has been fantastic and we have spent lots of time cooling off in the pool.
Sue & Stewart – June 2016
A superb week in an area we have visited before. The quirkiness of the villa really grows on you and we loved our time here. It's been such a pleasure to have a delightful village and an excellent range of restaurants and eating places so close at hand – all within walking distance.
Jese & Elliott – June 2016
We returned to this wonderfully peaceful retreat in the most pretty mountain village for a second time and we were not disappointed. Glorious views from the house and beautiful mountain walks among the olive groves. A barbecue in the evening or a visit to a local restaurant rounded off the day perfectly.
Mrs Steward – April 2016
Ca'n Antuna is an old Mallorcan farmhouse and as such very atmospheric. It is well placed for walking in the lovely mountains and touring in Mallorca. Fornalutx is a lovely village and there are many good restaurants for evening meals.
Mr Garner – September 2015
It is an amazing property we loved it – picking fresh oranges to squeeze for breakfast, reading in the tranquil garden, magnificent walks from the doorstep, watching the red sun set on the mountains from a local restaurant, the coffee shop in the village square – it was all so difficult to leave!
Mrs Steward – April 2015
Our choice of Mallorquín properties is as diverse as the island itself, ranging from simple seaside charm to comfortable and stylish. Much of our portfolio is privately owned, and price alone is therefore not a universal guide. We contract all our accommodation in person, and each property has its individual appeal.
To help you make the right choice based on your own priorities, we have devised a simple grading guide to be considered in conjunction with each individual property description, awarding up to a maximum of five stars for the below categories.
* For further clarification on Facilities and Amenities, please view the 'Details' tab for each property or speak to one of our experienced sales consultants.
Dating back to the 10th century, Sóller is a thriving town whose narrow winding streets are home to a cluster of colonial mansions leading to the bustling Plaça de la Constitució. Just a few kilometres away, Fornalutx is located deep in a spectacular valley in the heart of the Tramuntana Mountains. Widely regarded as the 'prettiest village in Mallorca', its distinctive architecture and enchanting vistas are popular with walkers, hikers, painters and photographers.
To complete the picture of your luxury holiday in Fornalutx and Sóller, we are happy to offer a sumptuous handpicked villa to help you make the most of this timeless corner of Mallorca.
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It was the last day of a camp in the backwaters of West China. The volunteers from America were offering an English program to teachers and students of a high school in a small town.
Over lunch, the school principal came up with an idea. He wanted the team to address all the students to encourage them to work hard on their English after a great summer intensive with foreigners.
That afternoon, three hundred students got seated in rows of wooden stools in the school courtyard.
Our team members took turns to introduce themselves. They shared thoughts about the summer camp, about language and culture, and the benefits of English proficiency for personal development and career advancement, etc.
Now it was Jeff's turn to share. He spoke in Chinese. The students were captivated by his story of learning English and adjusting to western culture after arriving in the U.S. as an immigrant at age 17.
Then Jeff talked about his first job after college. "I worked as a computer engineer in the Silicon Valley," he said. At the mention of gueigu (Silicon Valley), a hushed chorus of "waah" broke out spontaneously from the audience.
Most youth in rural China ten years ago did not own cell phones or computers. But they had all heard of the Silicon Valley. Gueigu is the place of innovation and opportunities, where dreams are made.
Even for young people today in China's big cities and top universities, the Silicon Valley is still a favorite destination for exchange, graduate work, internships, and international careers.
The Lord used all of Paul's skills as a tentmaker, his training under Rabbi Gamaliel, and his birth status as a Roman citizen for the furtherance of the gospel.
If we fail to dedicate our business and technology knowhow to reach the world in times like these, it would be like burying our God-given talents in the ground.


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Governor's gay-rights moves please no one / Marriage bill vetoed, partner benefits preserved
2005-09-30 04:00:00 PDT Sacramento -- Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger delivered on his promise Thursday to veto a bill that would have given same-sex partners the right to marry but said he would not support any rollback of the state's current domestic partner benefits.
That stand would put him at odds with two initiatives being pursued by conservative groups for the ballot next year. Those measures would not only create a constitutional ban on gay marriage but would also eliminate rights domestic partners currently enjoy.
"I am proud California is a leader in recognizing and respecting domestic partnerships and the equal rights of domestic partners," Schwarzenegger said in his veto message. "I support current domestic partnership rights and will continue to vigorously defend and enforce these rights and as such will not support any rollback."
But AB849's author, Assemblyman Mark Leno, D-San Francisco, was not placated.
"The governor has failed his test of leadership and missed a historic opportunity to stand up for the basic civil rights of all Californians," Leno said. "He cannot claim to support fair and equal treatment for same-sex couples and veto the very bill that would have provided it to them."
The bill would have made marriage gender-neutral but would not have required any religious organizations to recognize or perform marriages for same-sex couples.
Schwarzenegger's strong stance in favor of domestic partner rights, along with his signature Thursday on four bills strengthening protections for gays and lesbians, was clearly meant to temper the outpouring of criticism he had received for saying he would veto the bill.
But his decisions didn't please either side.
Leno and groups advocating for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender rights said the governor needed to go further by telling supporters of the ballot initiatives that they should stop collecting signatures.
"He needs to make an unequivocal statement that he opposes any ballot initiative that takes away the rights of gay and lesbian couples," said Geoffrey Kors, executive director of Equality California, the gay rights group that backed the bill. "That is unclear in his statement."
The governor's office said it would not expand on the veto message.
Kors said he was "extremely disappointed" with the governor's veto, though he and other leaders believe the 12-day campaign to pressure Schwarzenegger to sign the bill and a meeting between the governor's top staff members and proponents of the bill had an impact.
"I think our meeting with the governor's staff is what resulted in his statements that he would not support a rollback of domestic partner protections," said Kate Kendell, executive director of the National Center for Lesbian Rights.
Opponents of same-sex marriage were upset at the governor's signature on four other bills, three of which expand anti-discrimination codes by including sexual orientation in the law. Another bill allows domestic partners of public employees who retired prior to Jan. 1, 2005, to receive death benefits if the retiree dies before their partner.
"It's outrageous that Arnold Schwarzenegger has signed other radical sexual agenda bills that undermine marriage and push the transsexual and homosexual agenda upon other Californians, without any regard for people's moral or religious values," said Randy Thomasson, president of Campaign for Children and Families.
Supporters of the two ballot initiatives said they knew the governor's position on domestic partnerships and therefore were not surprised by his most recent statement.
"The governor has been very consistent in supporting domestic partnership rights," said Benjamin Lopez, lobbyist for the Traditional Values Coalition. "We obviously disagree and are going to go our own course. We do not perceive it as a jab at our efforts."
Activists throughout the gay and lesbian community said the governor's veto would tarnish his legacy.
"This is a governor who ran as a progressive Republican, a socially moderate Republican, and this is just about politics. He's playing with people's lives for political gain," said Thom Lynch, who leads the San Francisco Lesbian Gay Bisexual and Transgender Center. "Words alone don't mean a lot."
The veto is something gay rights leaders say will motivate gay and lesbian voters to come out against the governor's initiatives in the special election scheduled for November.
"The governor has said 'no' to our rights, and so our community needs to turn out and say 'no' to him," Kors said. "We're going to work very hard to make sure the community sends a message."
In his veto message, Schwarzenegger said the ultimate decision on same-sex marriage would probably be made by the state Supreme Court.
In 2000, voters approved Proposition 22, an initiative that changed state statutes to ban same-sex marriage in California. Several court cases on the constitutionality of banning same-sex marriage are making their way through the court system.
The Legislature's passage of AB849 marked the first time that a legislative body in the United States has approved a bill that legalizes gay marriage. A Public Policy Institute of California poll released in September showed that, for the first time, California voters were evenly split on the issue.
Massachusetts became the only state that allows same-sex marriage after a court ruling. Vermont permits civil unions, along with Connecticut, which began doing so Saturday.


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The Blood-Jet Writing Hour is now streaming live on Fridays at 10 am PST!
to listen:
On May 29th, Join Rachelle as she talks to Laurel Ann Bogen.
Laurel Ann Bogen is the author of ten books of poetry and short fiction including Washing a Language; Fission; The Last Girl in the Land of the Butterflies; The Burning; Do Iguanas Dance, Under the Moonlight? and Rag Tag We Kiss. From 1996 until 2002 she was literary curator at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, where she coordinated the Writers in Focus poetry series and co-authored a grant sponsored by Poets and Writers, linking the museum's education department with Beyond Baroque Literary/Arts Center to create a writers-in-residence program. She has been an instructor of poetry and performance for the UCLA Extension Writers' Program since 1990 and received their Outstanding Teacher Award in 2008. Well known for her lively readings, she was selected "Best Female Poet/Performer" by the L.A. Weekly in their Best of L.A. issue and is a founding member of the acclaimed poetry performance troupe, Nearly Fatal Women, Bogen has read/performed in venues as diverse as Cornell University, The Savannah College of Art and Design, The Knitting Factory (NYC), The DA Center for the Arts, The Los Angeles Metropolitan Transit Authority, The Museum of Contemporary Art and LACE. The recipient of the Curtis Zahn Poetry Prize from the Pacificus Foundtion and two awards from the Academy of American Poets, her work has been translated and published in German, Italian and Spanish and has appeared in over 150 literary magazines and anthologies in the U.S. including The Misread City, California Poetry From The Gold Rush to the Present, The Outlaw Bible of American Poetry, Stand-Up Poetry: An Expanded Anthology, The Maverick Poets, Poetry Loves Poetry, Grand Passion, Gargoyle, Rattapallax, Pearl, Solo, Bakunin, Yellow Silk, Mississippi Mud, Jacaranda Review, Los Angeles Times and Chiron Review.
Upcoming Schedule:
May 29th – Laurel Ann Bogen
June 5th – Spotlight#1 of the Emerging Voices 2009 Series – Erika Ayon
June 12th – Spotlight#2 of the Emerging Voices 2009 Series – Mehnaz Turner
July 17th – Spotlight #3 of the Emerging Voices 2009 Series – Sylvia Sukop and John Boucher


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The Meridian Health Plan of Michigan covers several health services, such as allergy testing, cardiac stress tests, mammograms, obstetrical observations and ultrasounds, according to Meridian. Other services include audiology services and testing, barium enemas, cardiographs, electrocardiography and gastroenterology diagnostics.
The Meridian Health Plan provides outpatient surgeries requiring no prior approval, such as brain surgery, cardiac procedures, chemotherapy, cleft lip repair and hernia repair, states Meridian. The surgeries only require prior approval when they are performed at out-of-network facilities. Skin grafts, orbital procedures, orthopedic replacement, pulmonary or vascular procedures, and lymph node surgeries are other outpatient surgeries covered by the plan.
Care services that require doctor's notification include outpatient radiation therapy, specialist office visits, dialysis, maternity delivery and outpatient mental health care after the first three visits, notes Meridian. Procedures such as bariatric surgery, genetic testing, home health care, infusions, and cardiac and pulmonary rehab require prior approval before admission. The Meridian Health Plan also covers dental services in partnership with the State of Michigan's Medicaid program.
Routine eye care and vision services are covered by the Meridian Health Plan, according to Meridian. Members under 21 years old are covered for a pair of glasses every 12 months and an annual eye exam. Plan holders older than 21 can receive a pair of glasses and an eye exam every two years.


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Tablet Business
American makes changes to its frequent flier program
Using frequent flier miles to book a last-minute American Airlines flight for a holiday weekend got a little more expensive on Tuesday.
The Fort Worth-based carrier announced changes to its redemption rates and checked baggage policies for its AAdvantage program and US Airways' Dividend Miles customers as part of its efforts to integrate the two carriers. The changes will affect more than 110 million members of the two loyalty programs.
"Ultimately, what we're seeking to do is really streamline the customer experience by aligning our policies and procedures and elements of our awards programs so when customers are flying on either carrier they are getting a more consistent experience," said Suzanne Rubin, president of the AAdvantage Loyalty Program.
American, which merged with US Airways in December, said that starting today AAdvantage members will be able get one-way "AAnytime" tickets for flights starting on June 1 by redeeming 20,000 miles instead of the previously required 25,000 miles. For last-minute seats, American will charge 30,000 miles for a one-way ticket and on the busiest travel days, such as the holidays, it will cost members 50,000 miles for a one-way ticket.
There are no changes to AAdvantage's MileSAAver tickets, which require 12,500 for a one-way ticket and are not available on all flights and have certain restrictions. Dividend Miles members will be able to book last-minute seats without any blackout dates, the carrier said.
Industry analysts said the changes harmonize the two programs better and show management is picking and choosing various aspects of each program instead of simply migrating customers over to one loyalty program.
However, they said the modifications announced Tuesday are not as revolutionary as the changes Southwest Airlines and Delta Air Lines have made to their frequent flier programs recently that reward customers based on how much they have spent with the carrier instead of miles flown. At least not yet.
"While American stopped well short of converting its program to a revenue-based model similar to Delta's, we believe such a change likely lies ahead — possibly by year-end," said Jamie Baker, an analyst with JPMorgan, in a research note to investors.
Rubin said the carrier is evaluating industry trends for loyalty programs but is focused on integrating the two programs first.
Frequent fliers, who were not given any advance notice about the changes, grumbled on loyalty program forums about them. Some complained about the increase in the AAnytime redemption policy, saying the new 30,000 and 50,000-mile requirements seemed arbitrary.
The carrier also eliminated its Oneworld Explorer awards where frequent fliers could mix and match tickets on Oneworld airlines to create a round-the-world trip up to 16 segments.
"If you're going to make a change to the program, people have a certain expectation that they're going to be able to use those miles and when," said Brett Snyder, founder of CrankyFlier, a travel concierge website. "But in a sense, it's all about revenues. [American] was giving away more seats than they felt comfortable giving away."
Checked bag policies are also changing, with new policies taking effect for tickets issued today by American and for tickets issued starting April 23 at US Airways.
American said it will no longer charge for a second checked bag on flights to and from South America. However, AAdvantage Gold members and Dividend Miles Platinum and Gold members will have one fewer free checked bag. American customers traveling on an "AAnytime award" or a full-fare economy ticket will also no longer receive free checked bags.
US Airways MasterCard holders who pay an annual fee of at least $79 will begin receiving one free checked bag starting on April 30, which is the same policy for American's Citi card holders.
American also increased its fee for an unaccompanied minor ticket to $150, up from $100.
The carrier is also upgrading its inflight service on US Airways' transcontinental and trans-Atlantic flights.
Fresh meals will be served in first class on flights longer than two hours and 45 minutes. Previously, meals were only served in first class on flights longer than three-and-a-half hours.
Customers in international business class will also receive Bose noise canceling headphones and more entertainment options on a Samsung Galaxy tablet.


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Self-portrait a week!
I have decided to take part in a "self-portrait a week" kind of project I came across on Facebook tonight.
I did a 365-kind of self-portrait project back in... iiiiin... 2007-2008 and that was whole lot of fun and taught me so much, both about photography and myself.
I will hopefully have some great people join me on this quest and since it's already day 9 of this fine year I better get started because I have yet to photograph the first weeks photo.
This is the schedule so feel free to join me! The group also has a Tumblr showcasing all the photos but I plan on posting the photos here on the blog and on my Facebook Page with some behind the scenes maybe and funny stories!
Now, wish me luck!


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Rachael Honowitz Cosgrove combs through Pinterest, pores over celebrity Instagram posts, watches all things E!, and delights in witty banter with the CEOs of the coolest up-and-coming brands so that this weekend — Academy Award weekend — A-listers' gift bags will be filled with all the right swag.
Cosgrove, 37, is queen of red-carpet celebrity gifting.
The Lafayette Hill native founded the Los Angeles company Gift Bags by Rachael. And starting Thursday, Cosgrove's curated Nike totes will land on the glitzy party tables and in the hotel rooms of La La Land's most beautiful people.
First stop, Essence magazine's 11th annual Black Women in Hollywood celebration. Cosgrove is responsible for the 375 beige Nike totes packed to the brim with Alex & Ani bracelets, Bulletproof Coffee, and blank cards from the black-owned stationery company She's Got Papers among many, many other things.
Other Academy Award-related events that will have Gift Bags by Rachael include the IMDb Live Viewing Party, where Cosgrove oversaw 400 gift bags filled with everything from comfy Bombas socks to Philly's La Colombe coffee to Philosophy cosmetics. She's also part of the wildly popular Style Lounge at the ritzy Andaz West Hollywood hotel, where two of her clients — Samba Sol (think of them as the new Havaianas flip-flop) and German skin-care company Babor — will have a notable presence.
And she's partnered with Hollywood Swag Bag to get a handful of her chicest clients, including wine from LaChance Vineyards, into 50 VIP celebrity rooms at the Four Seasons Hotel in Beverly Hills.
Swag bags are an integral part of the celebrity red-carpet experience. The famous people get free stuff, and cool companies get their products into the hands of the rich and influential. While the red carpet event planners take credit for introducing celebs to the latest in seemingly random items like bottled water or chewing gum.
"I am partnering the brands with best-in-class events," Cosgrove said. "It's all about putting brands in front of influencers. It's a win-win for everybody."
Gift Bags by Rachael works like this: She has two kinds of clients — the companies that hire her to assemble bags for their the posh parties, and the products that want be featured in the bags. Cosgrove has a database of around 2,000 brands she works with that pay her a sliding nominal fee to get their goods in the mix.
In addition to bags by Nike, she packs her goodies into want-to-be-seen-on-the-street LeSportsac and Herschel knapsacks, and even L.L. Bean bags. She tries to keep the items to under $600 for tax purposes — gifts of more than $600 must be reported. When the bags get really expensive, it means she's paired with another company that is giving out experiences, like an all-inclusive spa vacation.
"The best part of my job is finding the cool new things and doing the research," Cosgrove told me. She's spent the previous two weeks finalizing exactly what was going into the bags of her Oscar weekend clients and ensuring that her fulfillment centers — she works with three regularly — had all they needed to create sweet swag success. "It's always so much fun, and there is always a new challenge."
Though this coming weekend is by far Cosgrove's busiest of the year, she's been stuffing since September, the official beginning of red-carpet season. She doesn't do just awards shows — although she works Grammy and Emmy weekends. Recently, she put together 500 gift bags to help promote the Season Two premiere of NBC's hit tearjerker This Is Us. The bags were sent to cast members, celebrity fans, influencers, press, media partners and included — get this — a bottle of wine from California's Pearson Bros. Winery. Is this perfect, or what?
So how did Honowitz land on her own little island of glam job perfection?
After graduating from Plymouth-Whitemarsh High School in 1998, Cosgrove went to Washington University in St. Louis, where she triple-majored in marketing, finance, and international business.
In 2002, she landed her first job, as an assistant at People magazine, and worked her way up to associate director of event marketing, where she got her start making gift bags for People's fancy schmancy parties, including the SAG Awards. She became so good at it that other magazines in the Time Inc. family started asking for her services — she began assembling Fortune Magazine's 40 Under 40 gift bags. She got so good at it that she started charging, and she started her own side business.
Honowitz moved to Los Angeles and joined a hospitality company as a high-level executive, taking her side hustle with her, expanding her reach from publishing to the entertainment industry. Gift Bags by Rachael is now her full time job.
In the 13 years Cosgrove has been in the celebrity gifting business, she's seen it morph from a focus on luxury — like Cartier watches — to everyday fabulousness focused on wellness. For example, she says, RX energy bars and juices from Pressed Juicery are big winners.
Another change: Thanks to social media, Cosgrove doesn't to have to get her items on the pages of glossy mags anymore. It's all about Instagram, so when a celebrity like Jason Mraz wears a shirt from her client Spritual Gangster that he got in one of her bags and posts the picture on Instagram, that's a big deal.
"These are the coups you are going for," Honowitz said. "These are why these brands are willing to give me hundreds of items. It's the best form of product placement."
She gets excited when she's able to help local businesses, like La Colombe, and entrepreneurs like Michael Dubin, the Bala Cynwyd-bred businessman who started the Dollar Shave Club.
She'll get a breather after Oscar weekend, but then the gifting keeps going. In April, Cosgrove will partner with Westwood One to curate the backstage gift bags at the Academy of Country Music Awards. In the fall, Cosgrove will orchestrate the gift bags for the Philadelphia Film Festival.
"I love what I do. It gives me the chance to have some flexibility in my life," Cosgrove said. "The next step for me is about giving back. Let's face it, I'm in the business of giving things to people who already have so much there has got to be a way for me to help people who actually need it."