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When I told people we were moving to Philadelphia, it was certainly a big surprise and the immediate reply was always something along the lines of "you know it snows there, right?"
Right. It snows in other parts of the country. I sort of knew what I was getting into. I think I had a pretty good handle on it, actually. I knew it wasn't going to be the easiest transition, but I really didn't expect it to work out this well. After making the decision to move to Philly, I was pretty scared. I couldn't really believe what I had done, and I sort of sat in denial between late September (when I decided to move) and January 15th when we finally left.
Getting in the car and actually driving away made it very real. We had a pretty good time driving across country, we saw so many cool things, ate really good food and just had fun visiting places we'd never been to. When we rolled in, it was in the middle of the Polar Vortex of all things. I knew it would be too good to be true when my friends in Philly told me the last few winters had been super dry/warm. But to be completely honest, it's not that bad. Yeah, 20 degrees is cold. It actually felt much colder when we got here. Now, I'm feeling sweaty when it's 55!
The food is Amazing with the exception of a good ole' Mission Burrito, of course, but otherwise we've been eating delicious foods (if you follow my Instagram, I try to snap pics of all the tasty meals) and having fun finding new places to dine.
Overall, there are many things that I really love so far about Philly and those include (but are not limited to):
- East Coast Diners and the Food! Every diner we go to has a 10+ page menu with everything you can possibly think of. So much to choose from that I find it difficult to choose every time. And there are way more open 24 hours, which was difficult to find in SF. We've found so many cool places to eat and there are more to try every day.
- Historical architecture and culture. Everywhere you go, there's some kind of landmark or historical event that's permanently embedded in the city streets with a signpost or plaque with a cool or crazy story. This is the birthplace of the Declaration of Independence. You can drive by Betsy Ross' house, Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell and more. I also am in love with the classic, European influenced architecture of the row houses, brownstones and the like. Almost every street is ridiculously cool and beautiful. Although I was born here (as were my brothers), I don't think I truly appreciated the history that this country was founded on. I look forward to learning more about the events that shaped our independence and how this city contributed to the final outcome.
- Snow. I know it sounds crazy. But I kind of Love it! I can't wait until Christmas time, well I can't wait until summer actually. But I have a feeling this city is going to be ridiculously beautiful around the holidays with trees, snowflakes and other holiday accessories. I'm one of those who loves layering up and wearing warm sweaters and scarves, I love dressing up for winter!
- My neighborhood, Bella Vista. We got so lucky with our apartment, it's 5-10 minutes from everything we need. It's a great mix of suburban and city living. Lots of restaurants, shopping and things to do right around the corner. I really can't wait til spring comes so I can get out and explore a bit more.
- No Turn on Red. Most intersections here don't let you turn on Red! Love it.
- Dogs. You can see from the pic above that Benny is having a blast at the dog park. Philly people love their dogs, and there are a ton of them everywhere. People bring them everywhere too!
- Diversity. One would think that SF would've been a really diverse city. Sort of, but not really. Lower and middle class families (especially minorities) are fleeing like crazy. Because you can't live there for less than $100k/year. I like seeing all different colors and classes of people wherever I go. With all the universities and colleges here, there's a nice diversity of people from all over the world.
Okay, now to the not so fun parts. Which, I don't love but aren't going to drive me to run back to San Francisco! These are things that I hope to see some changes on in the next 3-5 years. Fingers crossed, but I know it's a longshot.
- Recycling. It's such a San Francisco thing to complain about, but I miss the mandatory composting and excessive recycling that San Franciscans participate in. It reduces waste and it's sad to think about all the trash I can't recycle or compost sitting in a landfill. It also seems to fill up the streets here, especially during snow days when the trucks can't make it out that week to do pickups because of the weather. It's been so long since I've seen styrofoam, I forgot that people still use the stuff. (And it'll still be here in xx,xxx,xxx years most likely!
- Burritos. I'm still hopeful that I will find something sufficient, but it's definitely going to take awhile.
- No helmet laws. I'm getting used to it, but it still bugs me. I always pray that I won't see something I can't unsee when I see someone riding without one.
- Roads. Living in the Bay Area you're spoiled with incredible roads within 15-30 minutes of you. Everything from twisty, to goaty, to dirt, to beautifully paved. I'm excited to find a bike and start exploring, because I know there are good roads around here somewhere, I just need to figure them out! I have a feeling I'll be doing more long weekends to go riding, vs. short 4-6 hour rides which is fine with me.
- Humidity. I have a feeling I'll be driving to work a lot this summer. I just don't know what I can do with that. I'm used to riding in 90 degree dry heat, but I don't think I'll be a fan of humidity... Meh.
But most of all, I have to say that the best thing about being here is that working at Revzilla has been incredible. I didn't know if I really wanted to work in a store again. After my last experience, I felt like I didn't have any options left and really wasn't sure how much longer I could do this. Now that I'm here, I KNOW I want to do this. I absolutely LOVE doing this. And helping customers like Cory today, who just needed someone to talk to about gear and understand what options could be available for her to get geared up was so awesome. It felt great knowing that I could give her information and help that she can't find anywhere else, period. She left knowing that it wasn't hopeless and that she would be able to find gear that fits her. I have to give a shout out to my awesome coworkers who really kick ass at their jobs and also love what they do. It's so nice to be surrounded by people who are actually happy working where they work.
If you don't know what it's like to love where you work and what you do for a living, then you're really missing out. Leaving was really hard and incredibly sad for me to leave my family and friends. But I just know that living here for a bit, experiencing something completely out of my comfort zone (much like riding motorcycles, imo) will make me a better person overall. I don't regret moving one bit, and highly highly recommend it at least once in your lifetime, because it's all been worth it for me, in exchange for working someplace I never could've imagined 5 years ago.... a little place called Revzilla.com, where you can find the most unique, incredible selection of premium motorcycle gear.


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Round Up Partners
Each of the following partners represents a key part of the Austin community. We are proud to support so many wonderful nonprofits, everything from arts & culture, animal welfare, healthcare and social services.
AIDS Services of Austin
AIDS Services of Austin works in two primary ways, providing services to people affected by HIV and AIDS, and preventing further transmission of HIV through education and outreach.
Andy Roddick Foundation
The Mission of the Andy Roddick Foundation is to ensure youth in low-income communities have abundant opportunities to reach their full potential, through education and sports-based mentoring.
Austin Film Society
AFS provides a place for youth of all backgrounds to learn the craft of filmmaking and gain access to tools for media production. AFS shines the national spotlight on Texas filmmakers while connecting
Austin Music Foundation
Austin Music Foundation (AMF) is a nonprofit whose mission is to strengthen and connect the local music community with innovative programs that empower music professionals and music businesses within
Austin Parks Foundation
Austin Parks Foundation (APF) is a non-profit organization devoted to building public-private partnerships to develop and maintain parks, trails, and open space in Austin and Travis County.
Ballet Austin
Ballet Austin's core purpose is to create, nurture and share the joy of dance through classically innovative arts and arts education programs. It maintains a strong commitment to the creation of new work, incubation of emerging talent.
Capital Area Dental Foundation
CADF transforms lives in Central Texas with healthy smiles by offering life-changing access to charitable dental care. We form strategic partnerships and developing programs that connect volunteer dentists with people in the community who need dental care the most.
Central Texas Food Bank
The Central Texas Food Bank's mission is to nourish hungry people and lead the community in the fight against hunger.
Eanes Education Foundation
Eanes Education Foundation (EEF) seeks current and endowed financial support from the community and corporate donors to provide and sustain district-wide opportunities for educational excellence within Eanes ISD.
Hand to Hold
To provide comprehensive navigation resources and support programs to parents of preemies, babies born with special health care needs, and those who have experienced a loss due to these or other complications.
IDEA Public Schools
IDEA Public Schools prepares students from underserved communities for success in college and citizenship.
Girlstart aspires to be the national leader in designing and implementing innovative, high quality informal STEM education programs that inspire girls to transform our world.
Planned Parenthood
Planned Parenthood of Greater Texas creates healthier communities by providing comprehensive reproductive and related healthcare services, delivering science-based education programs, and serving as a strong advocate for reproductive justice in Texas.
Survive 2 Thrive
Our mission is to provide life-changing resources to domestic violence survivors who have been turned away from their local shelters and to create a sustainable recovery path to self-sufficiency for all survivors of domestic violence.
The Texas Tribune
The Texas Tribune is the only member-supported, digital-first, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues.
TreeFolks mission is to empower central texans to buildstronger communities through planting and caring for trees.
Austin Pets Alive!
Austin Pets Alive! is a private nonprofit organization dedicated to stopping the killing of Austin's adoptable dogs and cats. We want to see the end of the killing of the homeless pets in Austin, Central Texas, and the entire country.
Barton Springs Conservancy
Barton Springs is a natural treasure lying within the Austin metropolis. Barton Springs Conservancy honors, preserves, and enhances
the experience of Barton Springs through education and facility improvements.
Once we became aware of the fact that 1 in 5 cancer related deaths are actually from preventable complications related to malnutrition, infection, and injuries, we knew what our mission would be: deliver free care supplies to cancer patients at home.
Deeds Not Words
Deeds not Words mission is to united women to drive change.
Emancipet is a nonprofit on a mission to make high-quality spay/neuter and veterinary care affordable and accessible to all pet owners.
Hill Country Conservancy
We believe the region's prosperity is inextricably tied to its natural landscape and quality of life. The future economic success of the Hill Country is tied to how well we balance our growth and the preservation of precious natural resources.
Juvenile Diabetes Research
Accelerating life-changing breakthroughs to cure, prevent and treat T1D and its complications
Generation SERVE
Generation SERVE formerly Little Helping Hands mission is to engage children in volunteerism and empower them to make a difference in their communities.
Austin Humane Society
The Austin Humane Society (AHS) is the longest standing no-kill shelter in Austin. AHS transforms the lives of animals and the people who love them through life-saving programs that find animals homes, serve animals and people in times of crisis,
Susan G. Komen Austin
Save lives by meeting the most critical needs in our communities and investing in breakthrough research to prevent and cure breast cancer.
The Kindness Campaign
The Kindness Campaign (TKC) mission is to lift up future generations through interactive programs. TKC believes in the power of kindness to change the way our children perceive their self worth and interact with the world around them.
HOPE connects creatives with causes through projects and events and is the charity that founded the HOPE (Helping Other People Everywhere) Campaign.
Austin PRIDE
The mission of the Austin Gay and Lesbian Pride Foundation is to educate, resource, and connect the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) community in Austin, Texas.
Bike Austin
Bike Austin improves quality of life for all of Austin and Central Texas by growing bicycling as a form of transportation, exercise, and recreation.
Caritas of Austin prevents and ends homelessness in Greater Austin, making sure that people have a safe home, healthy food, jobs, and educational opportunities to learn life skills.
Dell Children's Medical
Dell Children's mission is to be a center of excellence for children's health with a strong alliance of expert personnel, facilities and other specialty resources.
Foundation Communities
Foundation Communities creates housing where families succeed. We provide people with an affordable, attractive place to call home, as well as opportunities right at their doorstep to transform their lives.
Hospice Austin
Hospice Austin eases the physical, emotional and spiritual pain of any person in our community facing the final months of a serious illness by providing expert and compassionate care, education and bereavement support.
Keep Austin Beautiful
We provide resources and education to engage citizens in building more beautiful communities.
We improve the lives of people affected by cancer, now. We provide direct services, we connect people and communities with the services they need, and we call for state, national and world leaders to help fight this disease.
Pop Up Birthday
To provide personalized birthday celebrations to children in foster care, creating a moment of connection between the child and a loving adult. We believe that something as simple as a birthday party has the power to provide normalcy, joy and hope in a foster child's life.
Thinkery is Austin's home for "why" and "how." A place where science and families play side by side. Where people connect with ideas by doing, making and experiencing. It's a foundry for a new generation of innovators and creative problem solvers.
YWCA is on a mission to eliminate racism, empower women, stand up for social justice, help families and strengthen communities.
Library Foundation
The Library Foundation supports the Austin Public Library by increasing public awareness about the library and its importance to the community, and enhancing library collections, programs, and facilities.
Texas Autism Society
The Autism Society is the nation's leading grassroots autism organization working to increase public awareness for those with Autism, advocate for appropriate services and provide information on treatment, research, and education.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Austin
The leading youth development agency devoted to providing hope and opportunity to all kids, especially those who need us most, between the ages of 6 and 18. With 28 Clubs and four outreach programs in Travis and Bastrop County, we serve more than 7,100 registered members and impact nearly 12,000 youth.
Center for Child Protection
The Center for Child Protection (CCP) mission is to reduce the trauma for children during the investigation and prosecution of crimes against children. CPP is a nationally accredited children's advocacy center and the only nonprofit in Travis County involved in the investigation of crimes against children.
Drive a Senior
Drive a Senior was founded on the premise that our senior neighbors lead happier, healthier lives when they "age in place." Drive a Senior matches volunteer drivers with seniors needing a way to get around.
Habitat for Humanity
The mission and vision of Austin Habitat for Humanity are anchored around our dedication to ending the cycle of poverty housing and the deeply held belief that everyone deserves a decent, affordable place to live.
Helping Hand Home
Our mission is to provide a nurturing and therapeutic home for children
and to restore each child to a healthy family setting.
91.7 KOOP Radio
KOOP's mission is "to engage, connect and enrich the whole community, including the underserved, through creating diverse, quality, educational music and news programming."
Paramount Theatre
The Alliance Theatre puts world-class work on stage, but we're so much more than that. We're a community of artists, administrators, and business and civic leaders devoted to theatre, arts, and arts education.
SAFE Alliance is a merger of Austin Children's Shelter and SafePlace, both long-standing and respected human service agencies in Austin serving the survivors of child abuse, sexual assault and exploitation, and domestic violence.
Testicular Cancer Foundation
TCF provides education and support to young men to raise awareness about testicular cancer, the most commonly diagnosed cancer among males ages 15 – 34.
Zach Theatre
ZACH creates intimate theatre experiences that ignite the imagination, inspire the spirit, and engage the community.
The ARC
The Arc of the Capital Area is committed to empowering Central Texans with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families through compassionate case management and innovative programs.

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Tuesday, October 6, 2009
America in Bloom(r) Awards Westfield a Four Bloom Rating
The votes are in...here is how Westfield did in the America in Bloom competition:
Westfield, NJ - Westfield recently competed for the first time in the
national America in Bloom(r) competition and was recognized at the eighth
annual America in Bloom (AIB) Symposium and Awards Program on Saturday,
October 3, 2009 at the Hershey Lodge in Hershey, Pennsylvania. Westfield
was the only town in the state of New Jersey to compete in the 2009
AIB is a national campaign and contest that promotes enhancing communities
through beautification. In the friendly competition, communities are
matched by population and evaluated on their efforts related to floral
displays, urban forestry, landscaped areas, turf and groundcover, tidiness,
environmental awareness, heritage conservation, and community involvement.
Judges visited Westfield in early July.
Among 25 towns in the United States, Westfield was one of three finalists in
two of the eight criteria: Floral Displays and Urban Forestry with the
winning towns being Greendale, Indiana and Milwaukee, Wisconsin
respectively. Westfield also received a four-bloom rating out of a
possible five-bloom rating in recognition of its floral displays. Westfield
followed second in the population category with Collierville, Tennessee
winning the top prize in the 20,001 to 50,000 population category. In
addition, Westfield's efforts were mentioned many times in a new edition of
America in Bloom's Best Ideas book published in September 2009.
"Westfield in Bloom" was the name of the local program during the America in
Bloom competition held during the spring and summer. Through this effort
co-lead by Sherry Cronin, Executive Director, Downtown Westfield Corporation
and Dave Williams of Williams Nursery, many town departments, organizations,
businesses and residents joined the committee and continue to be part of an
ongoing effort. A WestfieldinBloom.com blog was created by Dave Williams to
garner support for the Westfield in Bloom program.
"We were pleased to receive this recognition. America in Bloom officials
and judges said that Westfield scored extremely well especially for a first
year community." stated Sherry Cronin. Dave Williams added "We are looking
forward to sharing the detailed report and judge's recommendations with the
Town and committee and to garner support to compete again next year."
Westfield received a total of 859 points of the possible 1000 points across
the eight criteria.
America in Bloom is an independent, non-profit 501(c)(3) organization
encouraging nationwide beautification programs, personal and community
involvement, educational programs and the challenge of a friendly
competition among participating communities across the country. To date,
more than 170 communities in 38 states have participated in the AIB program.
Picture attached: Dave Williams of Williams Nursery, Sherry Cronin & Beth
Brenner of Downtown Westfield Corporation accept Westfield's Four Bloom
Rating from the recent America in Bloom competition.
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Saturday, October 3, 2009
America in Bloom Awards Banquet
Its been a fun but exhausiting two days in Hershey PA. There was some great presentations today and we're at the home stretch. We got to meet lots of great people that we are competing against. Shown is Sherry, Katy (Judge),Patrick (Judge), Beth and Dave at the Awards banquet for America in Bloom.
The awards will be announced very soon!
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It's Jed good!
Norwich manager Paul Lambert hailed the performance of debutant goalkeeper Jed Steer as his side clinched an FA Cup fifth round spot after their 2-1 win at West Brom.
Canaries substitute Simeon Jackson netted the winner five minutes from time after Baggies striker Marc-Antoine Fortune had cancelled out Grant Holt's ninth goal of the campaign. But the visitors' hero was 19-year-old Steer, who produced a series of fine saves - including two in the closing seconds from Shane Long and Joe Mattock.
Lambert said: "I thought his saves were world class. He was terrific. It is only one game but he has a great temperament and a great enthusiasm for the game as well which is important."
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It wasn't so much the title he wanted but it'll do for Napier shearer Ricci Stevens after he won the Junior woolhandling title at the 57th Golden Shears in Masterton today.
The New Zealand Junior shearing champion in 2015, a Golden Shears Intermediate finalist last year and a consistent performer in his first season of Senior shearing, Stevens had been among the favourites for the Golden Shears Senior championship but was eliminated in its heats.
Showing versatility across the skills of the woolshed, he had had however on Friday won the Triathlon for points scored in heats across all three disciplines of shearing, woolhandling and woolpressing, leaving the woolhandling final as the main goal on the last day.
Stevens said he took up competing in woolhandling competitions last year to fill in time between shearing events on the show circuit, and although he had been in the winner's circle and in other finals in country shows he was surprised to win today.
"It's a bit of shock," he said after beating an all-east coast North Island final, in which the runner up was 2013 Novice winner Tameka Hema, of Gisborne.
The win gave her some right to family bragging rights after wife Angela missed out on a place in the Senior woolhandling final.
Ricci Stevens woolhandler
Golden Shears Junior woolhandling final: Ricci Stevens (Napier) 180.48pts, 1; Tameka Hema (Gisborne) 192.98pts, 2; Sarah Davis (Rerewkaaitu) 193.286pts, 3; Bianca Hawea (Masterton) 194.038pts, 4.
From Doug Laing, media officer, Shearing Sports New Zealand.
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Many people encounter difficulties later in a relationship because they haven't asked or paid attention to information they needed to know about their partner in the early stages. Often this is because we're caught up in the excitement of a new relationship, or equally it could be that we just don't want to know, as we fear disillusionment or facing the realisation of incompatibility with the person concerned. However, as all psychologists will advise, past behaviour is the best predictor of future behaviour meaning that healthy, value-laden behaviours are repeated but dysfunctional and negative behaviours are too so it is in our interest to know something of our partner's past behaviour. Asking questions early on is not about judging another human being – we all have our skeletons in the closet and moments we are not proud of and this is how we learn and grow. However, it is essential that we look out for ourselves and our future and choose a partner who is on our level in terms of their values and the qualities they prize.
There are key areas which give insight into someone's character and value system. This is not about probing or being intrusive or manipulative, but it is important in finding out information at an early stage rather than months or years down the line when it can be a shock, or you are experiencing behaviour from your partner that there would have been warning signs for if you had asked key questions earlier. Obtaining this insight is not actually about asking fixed questions, but rather covering a range of areas during your discussions which are revelatory in terms of the insight they provide into personality and beliefs. Unsurprisingly, most of these are relational. These are the areas to explore:
Relationship with family
The relationships a partner holds within a family can reveal much. A key area to explore with men is the relationship they have with their mother – be wary of attitudes of contempt or disinterest as there is actually a great deal of research which supports the idea that, 'as he treats his mother so he will come to treat you.' Look out for respect, genuine warmth and compassion. The same can be true of how women talk about their fathers and the experience they had of this relationship. How does your partner view their siblings, their children? Do they value these bonds and invest time in them? Be curious about a reluctance to discuss family. Of course, not everyone is fortunate enough to come from a happy family background, but in terms of emotional health, the person needs to have worked through difficulties this has generated in order to be emotionally available for you.
Friendships give key insights into a person's set of values. Does your partner have long-standing friendships? This indicates that they value longevity in relationships. Or do they have a more disposable attitude towards friendships or see friends for what they can provide? If this is the case you can predict what will happen to your relationship at the first sign of trouble! Does your partner value quality over quantity or do they need lots of stimulation to massage their ego? Pay attention to how they talk about their friends.
Vision of the future
A key area to tap into is how your partner views the future unfolding. This is the key to aligning relationship goals. If for one person having a family is central to their future but their partner is undecided, this is likely to cause heartache down the line. Where does your partner see themselves living long-term? What sort of lifestyle are they hoping for? No matter how much chemistry is present at the beginning of a relationship, if one person loves spontaneity and the glitz of the city and the other loves routine and the quiet life, this is going to surface in the relationship over time.
Relationship history
This is obviously a key area, but it needs to be explored without being intrusive. Has your partner had long-term relationships before (assuming they are older)? Is there a pattern in how relationships have ended? How do they talk about their ex? Be especially wary of bitter recounts of previous relationships or blamers who take no responsibility for the end of the relationship. It goes without saying that if someone is derogatory about their ex-partners, this should ring warning bells – most people have been hurt in a relationship before but are able to discuss this using a healthy dialogue.
How they feel about their career role
Career is often overlooked but reveals much about a person's traits and characteristics. How does your partner feel about their career? Do they have an attitude of respect and care towards their staff? If they have a boss, be wary of someone who is disparaging about them. Has your partner taken responsibility for their career, moving on when the time is right or displaying loyalty if the position is valued? How do they talk about their colleagues? Do they ensure that work is balanced with time for other important areas of their life? This is also an area where you can assess how ambitious someone is and how that might be a positive or negative contribution to the relationship. Career often aligns with attitude towards lifestyle as well, so if someone has a passion for, and continually seeks to develop themselves in their work this generally correlates with a passion for living and curiosity about life too.
When exploring these topics it is important not to quiz, show judgement or interrogate – all of these things will put someone on the defensive and may lead to secrecy or modification of what's being discussed. Allow people to tell their story, and try not to become judgemental if you don't like what you're hearing – everyone wants to be accepted for who they are. However, you also need to know who they are so be alert for what is not right for you so that you don't lose time in the wrong relationship.


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Akwaboah ft. Sarkodie – Obiba : Sarkcess Music Label artiste, Akwaboah brings to us a brand new tune from his new album MOH. He calls this one Obiba, which features his label Boss, Sarkodie.
Production credit goes to StreetBeatz and song mixed by possigee. Kindly enjoy the nice tune below.
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Saturday, September 09, 2006
Party Down for Halloween at the Key Club with Coffin Case!
Here's the preliminary "save the date" flyer from Coffin Case:
The party will feature a fabulous fashion show featuring the Coffin Case Girls in costumes from Pin Up Girl!
More information will be posted as it becomes available!
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Wednesday, September 06, 2006
Oh, and I almost forgot -
The Cherry hair clips from The Diva Pinup - in both colors - sold out in less than a week. We just put in an emergency order and should hopefully have them back in stock very soon.
If you'd like to be notified when we have them back in stock, please email email@example.com and ask us to put you on the waiting list!
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Saturday, 2am:
Laura: *Sitting up late with one of her oldest friends talking about stuff*
John (Laura's Husband and the website tech guy): *tinkering with website*
Laura: John, you should really go to bed. You look tired.
John: I just need to do this one thing...
Laura: Are you sure you should be messing with that at this time of night? While you're tired?
John: Don't worry. I'll be done in a minute.
Laura: Okay, babe.
John: *finishes tinkering, goes to bed*
The next morning:
5794793 Customers, via email: Hey, I'm trying to access your site, but it won't come up.
Laura: John, you tinkered with the website at 2 in the morning while you were tired, and now it's not loading.
John: OH SHI- *tinkers urgently*
It's fixed now, kids.
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What's in store for 2013? First Night State College event encourages resolutions
Those with New Year's resolutions on their minds can contribute to a new, interactive sculpture planned for this year's First Night State College.
The event on Dec. 31 features ice sculptures on South Allen Street, the 5K Resolution Run, various performances, reindeer, carriage rides and more.
"The Bucket List" will be a new resolution sculpture, located in the Schlow Centre Region Library arcade, at Allen Street and Beaver Avenue.
"It's very simple, like a giant chalkboard," said Rick Bryant, First Night executive director.
Visitors can take a piece of chalk and finish the sentence that starts, "Before I die, I want to ..."
"Write the great American novel, do a marathon," Bryant suggested. "They're large enough that other people will see them."
Because of the size of the First Night audience, Bryant said an attendant will wipe off the sculpture occasionally, making room for more bucket list items.
This year's First Night also will offer some Penn State basketball promotions. While outdoor events are free, a $10 First Night button will give visitors admission to the indoor performances. They'll also provide basketball ticket discounts over the holidays.
Bryant said he's hoping to have coaches Patrick Chambers and Coquese Washington act as celebrity leaders of the 5K, which starts at 6:30 p.m. at the corner of College Avenue and Allen Street.
Performances this year will include three Vaudeville acts, including The Gizmo Guys, comedy jugglers from New York City. The group will perform at the State Theatre at 6:30, 8 and 10 p.m.
"All the people we're having are really quite talented," Bryant said.
For more information and a full First Night schedule, visit www.firstnightstatecollege.com.


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The first package tour touched down in 1954, when the Catalan coast was populated not by high-rise hotels but clusters of quaint fishing villages.
"That first trip was to a village with half-a-dozen tiny hotels, a couple of bars, no banks and a storekeeper who had the sole concession to change traveller's cheques - and two beautiful beaches," says Roger Bray, the co-author of Flight to the Sun, a history of package tourism.
The Catalans - who Mr Bray describes as "perhaps the most entrepreneurial people in Spain" - quickly cottoned on to this potential goldmine, and set about developing resorts to cater for the tastes of sun-starved Brits. The Germans, too, began to flock south for the summer.
Today it is one of many striving to shake off the image of a cheap-as-chips concrete jungle - some, such as the Balearic island of Mallorca, with more success than others.
Glamour of abroad
While a two-week package holiday in the 1950s cost £35-a-person in high season - one-fifth of the average annual salary - once there, tourists would have spent very little.
"And at time, Britons were going to stay in hotels much more palatial than their own homes - even the jerry-built ones seemed luxurious in an era when many people still had outside toilets."
His own holiday was spent in Calella de la Costa, a long-time favourite with holidaymakers.
"There was not much there - the huge boom in development came in the late 1960s. It had one so-called nightclub. Booze was cheap, and a very high proportion of holidaymakers got the squits because they weren't used to Spanish food."
He passed his days with excursions to see a bull fight - which wasn't un-PC in those days - and the sights of Barcelona. And, of course, hours spent baking in hot Spanish sunshine.
Keith Betton, of the Association of British Travel Agents, says that during the 1960s and 70s, it was the norm for families to holiday in the UK.
"Then the idea of travel abroad was outrageous. I remember one boy's family went to Spain. I asked my mum if we could go, and she said: 'Oh no, it's rather common. They're just trying to show off.'"
But as disposable incomes went up and charter flights and discount packages kept costs down, mass tourism abroad came of age. By the late 1970s, some 2.5 million Britons went on package holidays a year; that had swelled to 10m by 1986.
End of an era
What early tour companies also did was set the standard for how trips abroad are marketed.
"It was all done by brochure, which even today is quite hard to get away from," Mr Betton says. "People still like to flick through glossy pages, despite the advent of the internet and no matter how much CD-Rom technology you throw at it."
"The 1960s were the first time that sex was used to in travel ads. That's when brochures started to put models in bikinis on the cover."
Today, with bookings down almost a quarter on the same time last year, tour company First Choice has dropped the region from its summer brochure.
Other tour operators have expressed doubts about the region, among them Club 18-30, which began in 1965 when it took 580 fun-seekers to the Costa Brava. The company - which has a reputation for encouraging drinking and bawdiness among its clientele - has now pulled out of Lloret de Mar and Benidorm on the grounds that the resorts are not "sophisticated" enough.
But with Spain still the UK's favourite overseas destination, it seems that Brits just can't forget the Costa Brava and all of that palaver.


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With the recent eruption of coffee rust altering Central America coffee growers at the highest level in recorded history, we asked local roasters in Boise what affect that has on coffee production and what steps they are taking to deal with this unprecedented crisis.
Harvey Stanley a roaster and administrator at Rembrandts Coffee House and Full Circle Exchange says, "It will definitely have an impact on next year's beans," and that they, "may have to look elsewhere to find the same type of bean and flavor" for their blends. He said, "It's difficult to pinpoint what effect that will have locally right now." Those areas affected will be harvested for next year's coffee.
Coffee rust is a fungus destroying the coffee plant's ability to fully produce and allow the ripening the coffee cherry. The primary type of bean being attacked is the Arabica bean known for its more delicious flavor. The Robusta beans, not harmed by the rust and with a taste more tart and bitter, will probably replace many of the first hand consumer product you would brew at home or at the office.
With over 370,000 jobs forecasted to be lost in Central America this year there are many factors contributing to the rampant outbreak of the disease and not much farmers or roasters can do about it now.
Climate changes, combined with the incredible demand for coffee encouraging farming practices to radically increase supply in climates too harsh to the coffee plant, as well as loose restrictions on pesticides have all contributed to the outbreak. Ecologist and coffee specialist Dr. John Vandermeer of the University of Michigan and a professor in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology and at SNRE, said in an interview with Science Daily that, "sun-grown fields lack another fungus, and the widespread use of pesticides and fungicides and the low level of biodiversity found at sun-coffee plantations have likely contributed to the decline of the white halo fungus. Without white halo fungus to restrain it, coffee rust, also known as roya, has been able to ravage coffee plantations from Colombia to Mexico." Vandermeer also noted, "The integrity of this once-complicated ecosystem has been slowly breaking down, which is what happens when you try to grow coffee like corn." He continues with concern, "This year it seems to have hit a tipping point, where the various things that are antagonistic to the [coffee rust] in a complex ecosystem have declined to the point where the disease can escape from them and go crazy."
Looking at the present and into the future, it may take the summer or fall for the fungus to be in remission, and another two – three years for coffee farmers ruined by this years disaster to begin seeing healthy plants, healthy coffee cherries, and profits restored; if they can wait that long. Many members of the International Coffee Organization (ICO) has outlined a six-page focus from salvation to prevention and keeping the public informed on the domestic and international effect this will have on farmers, harvesters, roasters, and coffee entrepreneurs.
"This is the nature of farming and being dependent on crops and their seasons," one roaster said with a serious tone.
"How do you feel about the workers and farmers loosing their jobs and farms," I asked.
"Bad, it's terrible economically and sad at what it will do to their families. What can we do?"
The ICO who has a plan to help sustain the coffee economy by strengthening "the global coffee sector" through international financing alternatives designed "to serve the long-term interests of coffee farmers," offers hope especially with the constant global demand for this agricultural product second to oil production.
At the first International Coffee Rust Summit and the summary of responses to the crisis prepared by the Regional Cooperative Program for the Technical Development and Modernization of Coffee Production (PROMECAFE) and the Inter-American Institute for the Cooperation on Agriculture (IICA) there is hope. With needs of the local farmers and harvesters increasing and demand continuing to rise, the IICA in statement six of their immediate responses has already put in place, "A program to support vulnerable populations such as small farmers and laborers and their families through food security and nutrition programs, generation of alternative employment opportunities, and social compensation measures." There is always hope.
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Film-based "Radio" Shows/
With Sundance around the corner, many filmmakers are wondering how to get some publicity for their work. The great wide open of the internet has opened a host of new options. There are audio and video podcast shows all over the web. Some still are primarily radio based, others are purely internet. Whatever they are, they are the truly free filmmakers' friends.
From an industry standard, the gold standard remains Elvis Mitchell's The Treatment on LA's KCRW, yet new podcasts and shows are leaping up all over. Some are going to give Elvis a run for his money. Okay, granted none have the audience level of Elvis' show either, but it has got to build somewhere.
Savvy producers will keep track of these shows, not just for the information they deliver, but also to use for promotional purposes themselves. Some of these shows may only garner listener ship in the hundreds, but think of that as the hub of the wheel, with each listener speaking it up via six spokes and so on and so forth, and well that wheel can get pretty large.
I have not found a list anywhere of these internet and radio film shows and felt we could use one. I hope in this new year the community, the blogs, and the film support orgs join together and really dig up the info that is in our reach that could help lift us into something far more substantial than we are now. We can't keep our words looping back among ourselves endlessly. We have to push it out of our house and into our friends', neighbors' and family's.
Some shows I have participated in are:
Back By Midnight (here's my show)
Film Courage (here's my show -- and btw, I was their 5th most listened to show of the year, but with your help I could easily catch #4)
I am going to do this one soon:
Others I know of but that they haven't asked me on:
The Business (KCRW)
Film Snobbery (vpodcast)
The Film Talk
Film Week (So Cal Radio 89.3 KPCC)
The Indie Music Show (vpodcast that focuses on music but also has an indie film segment)
Other similar things filmmakers could do to gain exposure:
I am sure there are a lot more similar things out there. Let us know so we can build a comprehensive list together.


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We Analyzed WHITEFIELD LIMITED ($WHF) – Here's What We Found (2019-09-12)
REPORTING FOR 2019-09-12 | THEBUNSENBURNER.COM: With the assistance of the Beat The Market Analyzer software and our own in-house methods, we have conducted a deep analysis of how WHF has been trading over the last 2 weeks and the past day especially. On its latest session, WHITEFIELD LIMITED ($WHF) opened at 4.93, reaching a high of 4.97 and a low of 4.91 before closing at a price of 4.95. There was a total volume of 8787.0.
VOLUME INDICATORS: We saw an accumulation-distribution index of 14.83, an on-balance volume of -4.93, chaikin money flow of 2.0 and a force index of 0.0018. There was an ease of movement rating of 0.00032, a volume-price trend of 0.19055 and a negative volume index of 1000.0. What do these volume indicators mean for WHF? Click here for an explanation.
VOLATILITY: We noted an average true range of 0.1398, bolinger bands of 4.92828, an upper bollinger band of 4.87172, lower bollinger band of 4.91, a bollinger high band indicator of 1.0, bollinger low band indicator of 1.0, a central keltner channel of 4.93667, high band keltner channel of 4.89667, low band keltner channel of 4.97667, a high band keltner channel indicator of 1.0 and a low band keltner channel indicator of 1.0. There was a donchian channel high band of 4.91, a donchian channel low band of 4.91, a donchian channel high band indicator of 1.0, and a donchian channel low band indicator of 1.0. What do these volatility indicators mean for WHF? Click here for an explanation.
TREND: We calculated a Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD) of -0.00045, a MACD signal of -0.00025, a MACD difference of -0.0002, a fast Exponential Moving Average (EMA) indicator of 4.91, a slow Exponential Moving Average (EMA) indicator of 4.91, an Average Directional Movement Index (ADX) of unknown, an ADX positive of 20.0, an ADX negative of 20.0, a positive Vortex Indicator (VI) of 1.0, a negative VI of 1.0, a trend vortex difference of 0.02924, a trix of 3.55007, a Mass Index (MI) of 1.0, a Commodity Channel Index (CCI) of -66.66667, a Detrended Price Oscillator (DPO) of -0.2004, a KST Oscillator (KST) of 42.55138 and a KST Oscillator (KST Signal) of 42.55138 (leaving a KST difference of -1.06166). We also found an Ichimoku rating of 4.95, an Ichimoku B rating of 4.95, a Ichimoku visual trend A of 4.45798, an Ichimoku visual trend B of 3.7297, an Aroon Indicator (AI) up of 4.0 and an AI indicator down of 4.0. That left a difference of -4.0. What do these trend indicators mean for WHF? Click here for an explanation.
MOMENTUM: We found a Relative Strength Index (RSI) of 50.0, a Money Flow Index (MFI) of 100.0, a True Strength Index (TSI) of 100.0, an ultimate oscillator of 90.92559, a stochastic oscillator of 150.0, a stochastic oscillator signal of 150.0, a Williams %R rating of 50.0 and an awesome oscillator of -0.00833. What do these momentum indicators mean for WHF? Click here for an explanation.
RETURNS: There was a daily return of 4.25514, a daily log return of -0.40816 and a cumulative return of -0.40733.
What the heck does all of this mean? If you are new to technical analysis, the above may be gibberish to you, and that's OK (though we do advise learning these things). The bottom line is that AS OF 2019-09-12 (if you are reading this later, the analysis will be out of date), here is what our deep analysis of technical indicators are telling us for WHITEFIELD LIMITED ($WHF)…
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My First Ecuadventure: Hiking Rucu Pichincha
Prior to leaving los Estados Unidos, I purchased my first pair of hiking boots. I had never really been hiking before, but I had a feeling I would like it.
I broke them in with a frigid trek along the trails at Foster Falls. It was fun to show my mom some of the routes I've climbed in beautiful Tennessee. Still, I didn't summit anything, and I wasn't sure where the line existed between walking in nature and hiking.
Well, I have now summited something: Rucu Pichincha, one peak of the Pichincha volcano that overlooks Quito, Ecuador. "Old Man" Pichincha is 15,413 feet above sea level, and I hiked six hours up and down it on Saturday.
A lot of my climbing friends make fun of hiking. They don't understand why you would want to spend hours walking uphill without the reward of a rock face waiting at the end. "It's just a never-ending approach," I've heard. "It's like you're walking to the climbing, but you never get to climb." "It's just shitty climbing."
I suppose those opinions are valid, but I gotta say, hiking Rucu Pichincha felt like I had stepped into an episode of Mushishi. The rolling hills were vibrant and green, volcanic rock sprung up in perfect formations, and the flowers shone like fairy spittle. We could touch the clouds around us, and everything was magical.
Fairy horse straight chillin'. #casual
It wasn't all anime flowers and fairytale skies, though. There were two sketchy stretches of class 3 scrambling, and as I fought my way over loose rocks and endless sand, I was grateful for my confidence as a climber. Balance and bodily awareness were key in these sections, and I might have struggled more if I hadn't been honing those skills for the last few years.
That said, I did take out a huge chunk of rock and get a gallon of sand down my pants while attempting to bypass part of the first scramble in an ambitious and ill-advised choss mantle.
I took on this hike with new Peace Corps friends. We've already become closer in two weeks than I would have thought possible, but Pichincha was a better bonding experience than any get-to-know-you game or shared digestive struggle. There was a huge range of experience and skill levels, and some serious teamwork had to happen to get everyone up the mountain. We kept joking about how climbing this mountain was a metaphor for our Peace Corps experience, but in some ways the cheese is true. We are about to encounter some serious challenges, and we absolutely have to have each others' backs.
Climbing is my first love, and I'm more psyched than ever to finally touch some Ecua-rock. But hiking is another beautiful way to experience the outdoors, and I can't wait to spend more time traipsing through the Andes.
How do you feel about hiking? Have you climbed Pichincha? Any must-do Andean adventures I should know about? Leave your thoughts in the comments!


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The U.S. Postal Service is known for working through rain, sleet and snow, but not on Sundays or holidays, right?
That is changing, quickly, through a deal with Amazon. In many parts of the country, products ordered from Amazon now arrive at your home seven days a week, year-round. As GeekWire reported last week, the rollout is expanding nationally even faster than originally expected.
The change is catching some Postal Service customers off guard, who may find it shocking that an institution of its size can evolve the way it does business. On Twitter, one person said it's "kind of like magic," and another person called it a #pleasantsurprise.
Sunday deliver from the U.S. Postal Service is kind of like magic.
— Jon Schleuss (@gaufre) July 13, 2014
As postal trucks start circling U.S. neighborhoods, and customers get knocks on their front door on Sundays, people have become more aware of the service, and naturally, questions have started to arise. So we put together this FAQ to answer some of the most common questions about Amazon's Sunday delivery service via USPS:
How come I'm seeing mail carriers on Sunday and holidays? What's up?
In November 2013, Amazon.com announced it was working with the U.S. Postal Service to deliver packages on Sunday and holidays, starting in Los Angeles and New York, and in May, it added 15 more cities. In recent weeks, it has rolled out to even more cities, including Seattle, Portland, Northern New Jersey; San Diego; Fort Worth, Dallas and Houston in Texas; Richmond, Va.; Washington, D.C. (plus Virginia suburbs).
As for holidays, Fourth of July was probably the first time in many markets where people saw postal carriers delivering packages by foot.
Amazon and the U.S. Postal Service plan to continue to roll out Sunday delivery to a large portion of the U.S. population this year. Previously, the U.S. Postal Service only delivered Priority Mail Express orders on Sunday.
Is this a trial, or something more permanent?
It will probably last for at least five years, according to a WSJ report, which tracked down portions of the contract between to the two entities, however, either party can terminate the deal with 30-day notice.
Is Sunday delivery only for those who are willing to pay $99 a year for Amazon Prime?
No, Sunday delivery is available to all of Amazon's customers. However, a Prime account holder can order an item as late as Friday and can potentially expect to receive it on Sunday. For example, I placed an order on a Friday recently, and Amazon guaranteed that one of the four items would be delivered on Sunday. To my surprise, it was delivered on Saturday, or just one day after I placed the order.
What can non-Prime customers expect?
Non-Prime members also can receive shipments on Sunday. For instance, a friend ordered an item on a Monday, and picked standard shipping. Amazon promised it would arrive three to eight days later, and it was delivered on Sunday, six days after placing the order.
How much does Sunday delivery cost?
In both the scenarios explained above, Sunday delivery happened to be free, but generally, non-Prime customers pay standard shipping rates, and it's free to Prime customers. For either customer looking for something to be shipped faster, expedited rates would apply.
Is it available for all items?
No. Amazon says vaguely that "millions" of items are eligible when available in your region. The most common items include baby supplies such as newborn apparel, books and toys.
How do I know if a package will be arriving on Sunday?
You many not necessarily know until after placing an order. That's when Amazon provides a summary of items purchased and dates for guaranteed arrival. In my case, a infant toothbrush for $6.99 was guaranteed to arrive on July 13. Amazon did not provide special notice that it was a Sunday.
I ship my Amazon orders to my office, which is closed on Sundays. Is there anyway to opt out?
We have not been able to identify a way to opt out of Sunday delivery. We have reached out to an Amazon spokesperson for the answer, but have not heard back.
Others just feel plain bad that their postal carrier is having to work on Sundays. Should we feel guilty?
The Sunday work is performed primarily by "non-career employees," which is lingo for part-time employees. A U.S. Postal spokesman said these employees most likely would not receive as many hours as they do if it were not for Sunday delivery. Because of this, you will often see them not in uniform.
Dozens of job openings are listed on the U.S. Postal Service's website, calling for temporary help on Sunday. Wages are listed at roughly $15.30 an hour, so if you think creating new jobs for people is a good thing, you probably don't have to feel guilty.
Is this the first unusual relationship that U.S. Postal Service has inked with a private business?
No. The USPS recently contracted with Staples to have some services sold in their stores. The deal received considerable backlash from workers, who claimed it was shifting jobs to low-paying, less experienced workers. The last we heard Staples was abandoning the trial.
If the USPS is considering canceling Saturday service, then why would it add Sunday?
This is a good question with a very long convoluted answer, based on calls I made to people in the postal business. The agency lost $5 billion in its most recent fiscal year ended Sept. 30, 2013. The loss was largely attributable to massive healthcare funding requirements. Meanwhile, operating revenue, excluding a $1.3 billion non-cash change, increased to $66 billion compared to $65.2 billion in the same period a year earlier, representing the agency's first growth since 2008.
The postal service has acknowledged the arrangement with Amazon will represent only "a small percentage of total Parcel Select volume."


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Ask most parents what values they want their children to have and they can easily rattle off a list of wonderful traits such as empathy, respect, and self-discipline. Ask a child what is important to them, the answers may look more like stuffed animals, iPods and ice cream, but they have a pretty easy time answering as well But what does your family value? Is it the same as your own list? Is it the same as your child's?
There's many exercise out there to help us, as parents, as parents, identify our own values. The next step is to bring our children into the conversation. When we get clear around our individual values, we know where we are headed as an individual. When we take this discussion to the family, we gain clarity on what is important to us as a family unit and create a shared vision of where we are headed together. In this post, we share how to create this vision with your own family.
But, first a word about "family values." Funny how that phrase makes many of us cringe. Most would agree having values is important. Most believe adding value to our world is important. That phrase got a bad rap when some believed their individual values were for all families, not just their own family. Let's start off by acknowledging that while families may share values, each family is unique and will value different traits and skills. It doesn't matter if your family values the same things as the family next door, what matters is that your family is clear on what it values, and knows what those values look like in action.
The activity that follows should be split into two separate occasions. The first meeting should be creating a values list and the second is for diving deeper, and creating a shared definition of what those values mean.
Setting The Stage
Before we get to the heart of the activity, it's important to think through the logistics so we can make this a fun, positive experience for our children. As adults, we know that when we are tired, stressed or in a hurry, it is not the best time for deep discussions. We know we won't be as focused or engaged. We are not always as tuned in to when our children are in a similar place though, and pushing through just because the timing works for us is not going to create the experience we want. So, plan for a time that you are not in a rush and your children are fed and rested. In our family, this is usually a weekend morning. You know your family best, so be mindful of when the most opportune time for this may be.
Appropriate Expectations
As you can imagine, my family is often the guinea pig for trying out new activities. I quickly learned that having an expectation of how things "should" go can actually get in the way of the experience. I have had many wonderful surprises when I approach a new activity with an open mind, and let go of my image of success. If your family is new to this kind of discussion, let go of how this activity "should" go and see where it takes you. If you only get part way through, you can pick up where you left off another day.
Share The Power
This is not an activity where we tell kids what they value. This is not an activity where we tell them what they should or should not value. This is a team activity. Each member of the team must have an equal voice, and that voice should be heard and respected.
This is a great opportunity for parents to practice sharing appropriate use of power. You can do this by asking each family member to have a job in this exercise. Jobs might include someone to lead, someone to write (or draw pictures if they are not yet writing), and someone to keep track of time. If you need other jobs, you can get creative and have someone prepare a snack or whatever else you can think of. When we each have a job, we know that we matter and are more likely to contribute to the discussion.
Invite your children to share what they love about your family. What do they enjoy most about family time? What do other family members do that they appreciate? What makes them feel safe and loved in their home? What would they like to see more of in family life?
Share your answers to these questions as well. Keep your ideas focused on what you want to see more of instead of less of. For example, if you want to see less fighting, share that you value calm, respectful problem solving. Focusing on the positive helps us know what we are moving towards instead of what we are moving away from and is more effective in creating change.
Write down a list of the values that are shared during this discussion. Let them know that on another occasion, you will talk more about what those values mean to each of you. We were so inspired by the list we created, that we have had it hanging on the wall ever since. It's been a nice way to remind ourselves of what we hold dear.
- Remember, this is an exercise in sharing power. Your ability to let your kids do at least half, if not more of the talking is essential to your children feeling heard and willing to hear you.
- Avoid dismissing or correcting your child's answers. Children will only trust this process if they feel their thoughts are important. When we dismiss or correct, we send the message that they are not skilled in doing this and risk losing their cooperation. If they express things they want less of, ask a question to help them find the value they would like to move towards instead.
How many of us throw around words such as respect, kindness, and empathy without ever talking about what those words really mean? How do you define respect? How does your child? Are the answers the same?
Here are the more important questions: Does your child know what your definition of respect is? Do you know what your child's definition of respect is? How can your child show respect the way you want them to if you have different ideas of what respect looks like? These same questions are often where we run in to challenges with our partners as well!
For example, I feel respected in my family when each person picks up after themselves. Tall order, I know! If you asked the rest of my family members if that is in their definition of respect, they would probably say no. If we don't come to a shared definition, how will we know if we are showing our family those values?
Here's the process for creating that shared definition of your family's unique values:
1) Look at the list of values you created together as a family. Pick up to three values to define as a family. Write each one on the top of a page. Again, this is an important time for us to share power. If your children really want to select certain values, by all means, do! It's more important to have them engaged in the process than for the values you want to be picked first. This exercise can be done over and over again, so there will be an opportunity for the ones that are important to you to be defined as well.
2) Make two columns under the value. On one side, write Looks Like and on the other write Sounds Like.
3) Brainstorm together what that value looks like in your family and what it sounds like in your family. Ask clarifying questions if you are unsure of what someone means. This is what your family values look like and sound like in daily life.
4) Post these up in the house so that you can all see them often. Share with your children these lists can be a reminder of what is important to your family along with how to use these values in daily life.
You can do this process for as many or as few values on your family list as you wish. You can revisit it when you notice the family drifting from these values. You can discuss, and clarify further. You can add to your main values list or the looks like and sounds like lists at any time as well. A yearly review can help your family continue to live your values in daily life.
We made our list of family values last spring and I had been thinking about how we could dig deeper ever since. This week's family meeting was planned for New Year's Day, and my 8 year old suggested we do something special since it was a big day. So we picked a few values and went for it. At 5 and 8, my daughters were both able to identify what the values we chose looked like and sounded like, and seemed to really enjoy the activity.
The beauty is, when we do an activity like this together as a family, it feels good. When we feel good, we do good. We also help our children understand what these big words we throw around mean, and remind ourselves as well. Now you get to be on the look out for your family values in action!


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And then I realized, Adventures are the best way to learn!
I am a believer that there are adventures waiting for us out there, if we are just willing to open ourselves up to the world. Life does not have to be mundane and we need not live like a boring lot. Why settle for less when you can have a lifetime of adventures? I have come to a point in my life when I no longer desire material things.
I crave to do things, which will give me an adrenaline rush, adventures which will set my soul ablaze and allow me to experience what it is like to truly live, whether in the clouds, at sea or on land.
One of the things, which I have longed to try, is parasailing. Albeit not as risky as some other extreme sports, it was one thing, which I had on my bucketlist for a long time and I was not going to pass up the chance to finally try it on our very short time off in Langkawi.
Langkawi is in Malaysia's west coast and being the home of 99 islands, it gives travellers a wide range of activities and water sports to choose from. You will get swaying coconut trees; delicious food; and pristine beaches. However, we were there during off-season (this explains the cheap plane tickets) so there was a bit of rain but the gods heard our prayers and the weather cleared up on our last day allowing us to enjoy parasailing.
Parasailing, for those not in the know, is also called parakiting or parascending. This is a recreational activity where a person or persons are towed behind a boat while attached to an specially designed canopy wing.
We had earlier booked our parasailing activity online via Toro Watersports. There are some companies, which operate parasailing and other activities in Langkawi without sufficient license and it is of utmost importance to be very careful and book only with those that do have licenses for there have been parasailing accidents in the past.
There are two choices when it comes to parasailing; by the beach or on the boat.
Parasailing by the beach (distance of 3km) – RM90 per person
Parasailing on the boat (distance of 8km) – RM180 per person
We opted for parasailing on the boat as we have read that it is more fun. However, this activity can only be done with two people maximum, one at the front and another at the back. According to our instructor, a maximum of 3 people can be allowed to parasailing together last time (sitting side by side each other) however; the government has deemed it unsafe.
Parasailing, I can say, is a fun activity. Seeing the ocean from above gave me a feeling of utter excitement and strangely, a feeling of peace. Although it wasn't as high as parasailing, it felt good to have the wind brush against my face. The sensation of flying is very addicting. Not as daring as other activities, yes; however, it can give you the high you have been looking for if you have been stressed by work lately and is need of something to perk you up.


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Mature Market experts: more mature market news and stats more often: Multiple Chronic Diseases On The Rise- "The percentage of mature market Americans with three or more chronic illnesses rose even more sharply.
It jumped from 13 percent in 1996 to 22 percent in 2005 for ages 45 to 64, to 45 percent for ages 65 to 79, and rose from 38 percent to 54 percent for those 80 and older. Among all ages, it went from 7 percent in 1996 to 13 percent in 2005."
Source: MSNBC
Note: Why do I believe that chronic diseases are on the rise? Because our lifestyles are becoming more unhealthly EVERY day and because we practice reactive medicine rather than preventive. Or as my TR Mann Consulting teammate Dr. Gary Applebaum says, "in the U.S. we practice sick care."
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This review is from Restaurant Fiction's archives. It was first published in April of 1953.
Exit 98 changed. Belmar, New Jersey will never be the same. And it's all because of a restaurant called Paradise.
Osterias with their spaghetti and meatballs are a dime a dozen. Though all ma and pa owned, they seem like they're apart of one big franchise.
Paradise's tablecloths are white, and there's not one but two wine glasses next to each setting. "Mambo Italiano," isn't shouted from every sound box. It's a calm and soothing environment where the cuisine comes from Southern Italy's Abruzzo region. A part of Italy that only serves the best olive oils, herbs, fish, breads, balsamics, and vegetables.
Paradise hosted a feast last night to a handful of folks. Truth be told, the American people haven't been exposed to this smorgasbord of Italian goodness yet, but when they do, they'll taste that there's a lot more to life than chicken parmesan.
The tasting meal came from a tiny cottage kitchen in the back. Hanging culatello's, dried chilies, and a large Parmesean cheese wheel would exalt any Nonna if she ever walked in.
Table wine pours freely with smooth Montepulcianos and Trebbianos. No one measures. Crunchy crostinis, tender crusted ciabatta slices, and breadsticks scented with rosemary don't want to be eaten but don't want to be wasted either. Carpaccio and caprese salad is the first course. Half frozen red sirloin drizzled with Colline Teramane olive oil, lemon, and a sprinkle of arugula is a Jackson Pollack of almost every flavor profile. The mozzarella for the Caprese doesn't come from a cow but from a water buffalo. It's softer and let's the basil and tomato have their own intimate relationship without being too needy. Soup is simple vegetable minestrone with more attention given to the carrots. Minestrone is not a trope when done right. Three types of risotto representing the Italian flag start to show off the trattoria's strengths: Risotto verde: a perfect mix of parsley, peas, and pancetta, risotto bianco: subtle flavors of white truffle mixed with butter, white wine, and parm, and, a tomato based risotto mixed with chopped clams, mussels, and squid.
Timpano (aka timballo) is the starch. This is the dish. It's a baked pasta in the shape of a timpani drum. No other Italian restaurant in Jersey or the rest of the United States of America has ever attempted the feat. Salami is layered with meatballs, mozzarella, tomato, hardboiled eggs, and hand rolled garganelli. A large pasta noodle a little larger and sturdier than lasagna acts as its shell. Paradise has guts to make timpano and the confidence comes from inner love, a love to share good food with the rest of Jersey.
The belt is off. The posture is slouched. Is there any more room left in the tummy? Yes. Vegetables are roasted asparagus with Sorrento lemons, roasted beet salad with sage, vinegar, and olive oil, meaty and tender hearts of artichokes dressed in mint and more of the liquid sunshine of Sorrento lemon juice. A potato medley hits the table baked in a tart pan, and last but not least, sautéed broccoli in infused garlic olive oil.
The culinary marathon keeps going. Italians love their whole roasted fish. Trout replaces the usual branzino and sea bass. The skin is firm but not flaky. A whole pig is simple and succulent. It's nothing special in terms of technique or creativity and that's okay. Sometimes the oldest and easiest recipes are not meant to be messed with. Desserts are cigarettes, amaro, and bicerin (coffee, milk, and chocolate).
Falling asleep at the table in restaurants is not polite in most cases. Paradise is the exception where it is the highest of all compliments.
Bel Mar, New Jersey
ATMOSPHERE: 40-70 year olds concentrate solely on bespoke Southern Italian cuisine not known to the rest of Jersey in peace and quiet.
SERVICE: One busser and one maître d: highly skilled and attentive. They're accommodating but really don't want to change anything.
SOUND LEVEL: Usually calm and serene, but when people have timpano and large amounts of wine in their systems, it can get rather jovial.
RECOMMENDED: Timpano,
DRINKS AND WINE: Montepulcianos
OPEN: Tues-Sat; 5-10pm
RESERVATIONS: Yes
WHEELCHAIR ACCESS: Yes
Restrooms: It is a single stall with an original Thomas Crapper.


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31ST OCTOBER TO 9TH NOVEMBER 2014 THE SHED: 257 Macarthur Ave, Hamilton
An exhibition of artworks by artists-in-residence and special guests. Inspired by the Brisbane River at The Shed.
Artists Include: Joanna Bone, Peter Breen, Mel Davis, Joel Glazebrook, Paul Harris, Kay Lawrence, Matt Lockwood, Zoe Mary, Joy McDonald, Aaron Micallef, Rose Moxham, Jessica Row, Sha Sarwari, Vanessa Stanley, James Watts
Open Fridays from 6-9pm and Saturdays / Sundays from 9am-5pm.
Plus special events:
- Friday 31st October: Opening Night Event 6-9pm
- Sunday 2nd November: Life Drawing 5-7pm. $15 adult / $12 concession. Please pre-register by calling 07 3252 2552
- Saturday 8th November: White Silence Live Art Performance 5-8pm
- Sunday 9th November: Artist Talk 2-4pm
For more information visit: www.facebook.com/jugglersartspaceorg or www.jugglers.org.au or call 07 3252 2552


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Coffee Machine
Feeling tired from managing your slave labor?
Need something to bring up the energy aftter pulling some strings to raise the taxes on a third world country?
Please, have some free coffee, just walk from your cubicle and to the SKULL SHAPED COFFEE MACHINE!
EVIL is a serious business.
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Focusing on the Right Match
Independent day and boarding schools can be very diverse environments offering a wide variety of academic, athletic, and extracurricular opportunities. With myriad options, we are dedicated to helping families find those schools where their child will thrive in their own way.
Because schools continuously update their programs, invest in new resources, and improve their facilities, our consultants spend a great deal of time on campuses and talking with admission directors to keep current with changes at individual schools as well as with broader trends in independent education. Working closely with students and their families to guide them through the application process, our personalized approach combined with our strong working knowledge of schools enables us to help families to make the best possible choices for their children's education.
- An in-depth interview with the student and family to assess educational and personal goals
- Review of educational and personal histories, school records, and educational testing
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- Creation of a timetable for each step of the application process
- Preparation for effective school visits and interviews
- Assistance with application and essay completion for students and parents
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text: I found these on the Anthropologie facebook page. They are windows from the Washington DC, Marlton, NJ, Charlotte, NC and and Skokie, IL stores. Oh my word. Aren't they to die for? I can't believe how beautiful they are. There is so much detail. I will have to keep these for inspiration for the windows at Southern Accents! Do you think they would let me make paper dresses to put in the windows? How could I make that relevant to old architectural pieces?


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Our awards
We're thrilled that our work is being recognised and winning prestigious internal communication awards.
Delighting our clients is our number-one aim, but bagging a much-coveted prize always gives us that warm fuzzy feeling. Our growing collection of glass and silverware includes numerous CIPR and IOIC Best Agency awards, PRIDE Golds, PRCA Awards and IOIC Awards of Excellence. They all have pride of place on our very long, slightly sagging mantelpiece. And we've recently set up a weekly spit-and-polish rota to keep them all gleaming and beaming, just like our smiles!
Big thanks to our clients for allowing us to showcase our projects and for putting your trust in us. We'll keep up the good work and continue to do you proud.


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Art Club
After School Art Club invites aspiring young artists to the BSA studios for creative sessions with art materials and techniques under the guidance of artist and qualified art teacher, Jacqueline Smith.
Each week new ideas and processes will be introduced as students develop skills in a range of art forms such as drawing, painting, collage, printmaking, sculpture and design.
Students will keep a visual diary and create a folio of artwork, being encouraged to explore their own interests and work independently, while also participating in structured whole-class activities.
Please note: Classes may be joined after the start date if you've missed the enrolment period for this term. Please contact us for details.
For School Students aged 8 - 10
Art Club provides studio space for children to experiment with materials, learn new techniques and explore their interests through creative making. Students keep a Visual Diary and work both individually and collaboratively to produce a folio of artwork each term. They are introduced to art language and encouraged to discuss their own and others' work as they develop an understanding of art ideas and practice in different cultures. MORE INFO
Dates | 9 Wednesdays, 3.45 - 5.30pm, 1 August - 26 September 2018
Course fee $270.00 I Course Code ACWed
For School Students aged 11 - 15
These creative afternoon sessions are an excellent opportunity for school students who wish to further their creative development through the Visual Arts. Art Club allows students the freedom to explore their own style and interests while investigating a wide variety of materials and techniques, producing a folio of artwork each term. These sessions offer a unique opportunity for young people to establish a strong foundation for future study in High School Visual Art. MORE INFO
9 Thursday Afternoons, 4.30 - 6.15pm, 2 August - 27 September 2018
Course fee: $270.00 I Course Code ACThu


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The group, also under federal investigation for its nationwide campaign of voter-registration fraud, claims Congress acted unconstitutionally because the bill that turned off the taxpayer spigot had "malicious and punitive intent" and was a bill of attainder, the Politico website reports. The suit, filed by the leftist Center for Constitutional Rights, also claims "Congress violated the Fifth Amendment by skirting due process before doling out the punishment of the funding cut,"
The suit maintains that ACORN was victimized by "heavily funded and orchestrated political campaigns."
The ACORN Story
Congress cut off ACORN's federal funds because of the sting conducted by two undercover filmmakers working for BigGovernment.com. In city after city, they filmed ACORN employees advising them how to open brothels and smuggle underage Salvadoran prostitutes across the border. As the website rolled out videos one by one over about a week's time, ACORN's usual political allies ran for the bushes.
The Census Bureau ended ACORN's participation in the 2010 Census, while the IRS said the group may no longer participate in its program of volunteer tax advisers. Even President Barack Obama, its former attorney and chief ally in Washington, D.C., said something was amiss. Then Congress cut off the funding.
The prostitution sting came on top of ACORN's trouble with federal and state authorities over voter-registration fraud in at least a dozen states. As well, a major embezzlement scandal the group was fighting took a turn for the worse when Louisiana's Attorney General announced that the losses were about five times more than previously thought.
ACORN Strikes Back
ACORN struck back with a lawsuit against the filmmakers, and now thinks it can take on Uncle Sam.
The irony of this lawsuit is that it contradicts what ACORN said when the federal funding was cut off: that ACORN didn't need the money because it was such a small part of its annual budget. The group has collected $53 million in taxpayer funds since 1994.
The court filing claims ACORN has been bruised badly by the legislation. It says it has had to lay off employees, close offices and "drastically" reduce services.
But the complaint also offers a small peak into and how much ACORN truly relies on the government for money. It cites FEMA pulling back roughly $1 million in funding for fire safety assessments after the legislation passed. The filing also shows that the organization lost out on a $780,000 EPA grant to educate poor communities about asthma and a separate grant to set up public computer centers for the poor in five cities.
Constitutional lawyer Jonathan Turley told Politico that ACORN may have a case if it can prove its loss of funding amounts to an unconstitutional bill of attainder, a legislative act that singles out a group for punishment without a trial. The group has a "plausible case," he says. Turley was the last successful lawyer in a case regarding a bill of attainder.
Others argue that ACORN's suit wrongly presumes it has a right to the money.


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Fans watching Arizona State and Cal State Fullerton already had to wait two hours for the matchup to start after a 13-inning affair between Columbia and New Mexico pushed back the game's start time.
Then, midway through the second inning, they had to wait another minute and a half while a husky wandered aimlessly around the field. No one seems to know where the husky came from or how he made his way onto the field, but he put a smile on everyone's face as he gleefully jogged across the outfield grass.
And no, the University of Washington is not in the tournament, nor is Northern Illinois. UConn is playing across the country in Blacksburg, Va., while this game took place in Fullerton, Calif.
Check out the clueless husky in the video below.


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Docent Tour
Every Tuesday @ 10:30am
Meet in the Main Gallery on Tuesdays at 10:30 for a 45 minute docent-guided tour. Tours will include an overview of exhibitions in the Main Gallery and Community Gallery, historical facts about the Brandon Mill, and information about Art Center programs and events.
No reservations are necessary for groups of 8 or less. For larger groups, please contact Marlowe Whitaker in advance at 864-735-3948 ext. 3 or email@example.com


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As we left the carpark I had a slight idea where I was going but nothing set in stone. We headed on to the roughs and down to Paddington farm with the December sun shining down on us. Yes December sun.
Making our way up to the youth hostel we felt we were missing something, and then on the next trail Mat S came in to view. This is where my lack of planning due to car trouble came to light. Fortunately like all good RCC Mtb rides there was always someone else who has a good idea where the best trails to my chosen destination were. This time Julian H stepped up and led us in the direction of Pitch Hill. As sunny as it was we had to keep moving to ward of the cold so a quick climb up Pitch and then a mad dash down to tea at the shop to take on some energy. Leaving Tea we had the ever social climb to the trigg point at Holmbury. Dropping down yogurt pots and making our way down telegraph we cut it right half way and dropped on to the Horsham road where we crossed and climbed up the back route to Belmont school. Arriving at a road Julian and myself were undecided on wether to go left or right when Dave Mc suggested we go straight on! With trepidation we followed him and true to his word he brought us out at High Ashes farm avoiding one of the climbs. With the gentle climb left up to the tower we could see the end in sight. So a blast in to Summer lightning the full trail and a couple of hundred meters of road and we found our selves back at the Wotton Hatch pub were we had started from. Great ride complete some of us decided it would be rude not to stop for a drink and a slice of pizza courtesy of Gwyn. It doesn't get much better than that.


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Mountain View Middle School Overview2400 Perry Ave, Bremerton, WA 98310 , Tel: +1 (360) 473-0600 Bremerton School District
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In less than one week, the first announcement regarding the flagship Electric Daisy Carnival Las Vegas festival will be released!! Pasquale Rotella, the founder and mastermind of Insomniac Events, updated his social media accounts and posted a short, 15 second video saying that the EDC LV 2015 Announcement will be released next week, on November 18th.
Most likely, this will be a date confirmation for 2015 (and possibly two weekends?), and pre-sale ticketing information. This means, you've hopefully saved up enough to purchase tickets soon, book your travel and hotel accommodations, gather your crew, etc, and start the countdown (7 months and counting…). For 2014, Insomniac gave pre-sale ticketing information to people who purchased tickets for the past years festival, so it is likely that Insomniac will do this loyalty program again.
One step closer to EDC LV 2015! Follow BFTS for more information regarding EDC LV 2015 as it comes along.
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Sutherland House, Royal Holloway University of London
"Thank God we got caught in the rain." Undoubtedly, there is something strangely romantic about the rain. Perhaps it is the serenading claps of droplets as they meet the ground or perhaps it is the fresh smell of lightly kissed tarmac or maybe, just maybe, it is the intimacy of an endearing embrace sheltered beneath an umbrella. Yes, The Underground Clown Club returns with the sister piece to their earlier production of The Ball or How to Dance, but after such a successful production could the clowning duo maintain such standards?
Katie Overstall and Andrew Skipper have developed their own unique style of writing and performance; their naively innocent works have most recently focused on several short pieces of theatre exploring life, love, and loss. A Table Set For Two introduces us to Henry, the adorable moron executed to perfection by Andrew Skipper, and the charming relationship he begins with Emily performed by Isla Jeffery. With only a twenty minute running time, the piece's short episodic structure delightfully showcases a collection of evocative moments from the couple's relationship, climaxing in a poignant twist.
In essence the piece worked, but in order to capitalise on the concluding twist, the preceding scenes needed to emphasise a much stronger intimacy between the couple. Skipper and Jeffery had great chemistry and their relationship was supported by an expertly fashioned set, firmly placing us as voyeurs within their home, but we're just not given enough time to romanticise about their dreamy relationship. The piece seems to get wrapped up in the artificial and desirable, rather than the natural and more down to earth experiences of love.
Although there is no earth-shattering point to be found within the piece, The Underground Clown Club does manage to prove that there is indeed "magic in the mundane".
For more information: http://www.undergroundclown.moonfruit.com/#/current-productions/4569856141


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Hironaka Staves Off Retirement at Shooto Tradition 2011
Takashi Nakakura (yellow trunks) couldn't overcome Kuniyoshi Hironaka's grappling. | Taro Irei/Sherdog.com
TOKYO -- Kuniyoshi Hironaka was thinking about retirement heading into his lightweight contest with former Shooto world champion Takashi Nakakura. However, the Japanese BJJ ace found a reason to change his mind Friday at Shooto Tradition 2011 in Tokyo Dome City Hall.
The UFC and Dream veteran relied on his grappling prowess and toughed out a crucial unanimous verdict (30-28, 30-28, 29-28) over Nakakura.
Hironaka, the current Cage Force lightweight champion, took the first round by securing Nakakura's back and threatening with a rear-naked choke. However, the Osakan evened up in the second frame with repeated guillotine attempts and hard right hooks standing.
The 34-year-old Hironaka's BJJ black belt came into play in the third, as he again took Nakakura's back and threatened with punches and choke attempts to earn the win.
Post-fight, a teary-eyed and relieved Hironaka noted that he was mulling retirement before this bout and that, should he have lost, he would have decided to call it a day in the ring. The win moves Hironaka's mark to 18-8.
The bout was the first for Nakakura since May 2009, when he was knocked out by Takanori Gomi inside Shooto's ring. In the defeat, Nakakura suffered a detached retina that kept him on the sideline for nearly two years, forced him to vacate the Shooto world title and ponder retirement.
All-action flyweight Yuki Shojo returned from a 13-month absence to earn a unanimous decision over Noboru Tahara. Shojo had his back taken early, but stormed back in the second frame to pound "Shinpei" with punches and knees. In the third round, Shojo turned up his ground-and-pound to seal the deal. Judges Kyosuke Watanabe and Tadashi Yokohama saw it a close 29-28 and 30-29 respectively, while Toshiharu Suzuki had a wide 30-27 for Shojo.
At 115 pounds, the spindly Mikihito Yamagami used every inch of his 5-foot-8 frame to outbox the barely 5-foot Atsushi Takeuchi, taking scores of 30-26 and 30-27 (twice). It was a textbook demonstration of effective reach, and save for a flash knockdown which "Atch Anarchy" scored in the third, the smaller fighter couldn't escape the jabs and low kicks of Yamagami.
20-year-old Krazy Bee product Kyoji Horiguchi affirmed his status as one of Shooto's hottest up-and-comers, destroying Takahiro Hosoi in their 132-pound affair. The 2010 rookie champion's powerful punching blitzed Hosoi and put him away just 66 seconds into the contest.
Underdog Akira Okada, a pupil of Takanori Gomi, used sprawl-and-brawl tactics to earn a split draw (20-18, 19-19, 19-20) against former Shooto rookie champion Koshi Matsumoto. Matusmoto, a Kuniyoshi Hironaka understudy, was unable to consistently bring the fight to the floor to impose his skillful grappling.
In the evening's lightweight opener, Daisuke Hoshino was disqualified at 1:27 of the second round after repeatedly low-blowing Munehiro "Mike" Kin.


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Burgundy - Sauvignon de St-Bris, Irancy et Chablis - Domaine Bersan St. Bris et Irancy
Saint-Bris-le-Vineux, Yonne
The Bersan family have been living in Saint-Bris for many generations. Jean-Louis and his son Jean-Christophe own 20 hectares of vines there. They convert all of their fruit into wine at their winery, located just outside the village center.
The Bersans also make a red wine from the neighboring village Irancy.
They are currently in conversion to organic viticulture, and will be certified in 2011.
Average yields for their Saint Bris Sauvignon Blanc is around 55 hectoliters per hectare, or 3.5 tons per acre. The wine is fermented and aged in stainless-steel tanks, where about 33% of the wine passes its malolactic fermentation.
Domaine Bersan St. Bris
Tasting Notes: Very aromatic (grapefruit and flowers) with medium-body, citrus and mineral notes on the palate, and a crisp, mouthwatering finish.
Food Match: Works well as an aperitif and is a great partner for shellfish, light fish, cold salads and goat cheese.
Domaine Bersan Irancy Cuvée Louis Bersan
100% old-vine Pinot Noir. Average yield of 40 hl/ha (just under 3 tons to the acre). Aged in oak barrels that have already seen one wine.
Tasting Notes: The minerals and acidity really lift the fruit of this wine.
Food Match: An ideal partner for simple plates like baked chicken, pork chops or, if one has a bit more time, coq au vin.
|Charles Neal Selections
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