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Trichet: I will not submit to bank probe
Exclusive interview with former ECB chief who 'bounced' Ireland into €85bn bailout
FORMER European Central Bank (ECB) president Jean Claude Trichet has indicated that he will not appear before any Oireachtas banking inquiry, the Sunday Independent can reveal.
In an exclusive interview, Mr Trichet said he had not yet been asked to appear, but was firm in his view that the current governor of the Irish Central Bank should represent the ECB at such an inquiry – and not him.
He told this newspaper: "Until now, I received no such request from Ireland. The rules in the ECB are that, all our decisions being collegial, the president goes to the European parliament and the governors of central banks go to the national parliaments."
Mr Trichet said Ireland was not a "special case" and denied that this country had been targeted unfairly by Europe.
He also defended the ECB's ban on Ireland's desire to burn senior bondholders in Anglo Irish Bank in March 2011.
Five years on this week from the night of the bank guarantee and in the week that the Government announced its intention to hold a banking inquiry, Mr Trichet's comments pour cold water on calls from Tanaiste Eamon Gilmore that the former ECB president should appear before the inquiry.
Just days after it was announced, the holding of the inquiry now appears to be deeply problematic, given the pending trials of several senior Anglo Irish Bank executives, including Sean FitzPatrick, the former chairman.
Throughout the interview, Mr Trichet repeatedly refused to deny that he had threatened to withdraw emergency funding to Ireland.
It has repeatedly been suggested that he told Finance Minister Michael Noonan and Taoiseach Enda Kenny in March 2011 that if the Irish Government tried to "act unilaterally" and impose losses on senior bondholders in Anglo Irish Bank, then he would withdraw the €150bn plus of emergency liquidity funding to Ireland.
Mr Trichet said: "That I will not say. What I will say is that (it was) the same message for all (countries). And a fact is that Ireland was supported more than any other country by far. This question misses an important point.
"The Governing Council of the ECB had been, was and continued to be much more forthcoming, in terms of supply of liquidity, with Ireland than with any other country in the euro system. My understanding is that the Government of Ireland at the time assessed rightly the systemic consequences of the decision it had to take."
Mr Trichet also strongly rejected the widespread perception that the ECB "bounced" Ireland into the bailout, saying the country received "fantastic support" from Frankfurt.
He said the level of support to Ireland was "many multiples" of that given to other countries and denied that Ireland was picked on or made a special example of.
Mr Trichet said: "Lending to Ireland was in many multiples to what was being given to other countries. So enormous support, and that is one of the reasons I am very surprised, I have to say, at this kind of discussion.
"The only thing that is absolutely clear, there was a fantastic support by the euro system as a whole for Ireland. The message was the same for all countries – all countries, without exception. And all countries reacted like Ireland.
"There was not a special case there in terms of their (Ireland's) action with the Central Bank. Also, I wouldn't say there was any sort of quid pro quo. Lending to Ireland was in many multiples to what was being given to other countries."
Mr Trichet said that the refusal to allow bondholders to be burnt was done in consultation with all national governors, including Irish Central Bank governor Patrick Honohan.
"First of all, there is nothing in what I said that was not discussed with the Governing Council as a whole, including, of course, the governor of the Central Bank of Ireland. All the other – and I see in your question a mention of a phone call with one individual president of the Bundesbank and so on – this is absolutely not true. It was with all in the Governing Council (that) these issues were discussed."
When asked did he mean Governor Honohan, Mr Trichet responded: "Of course. The governor of the time, you know better. But all colleagues, all members of the Governing Council, including, of course, the governor of Ireland. The discussions took place with all governors, without exception, and not with one of them."
But when asked why the bondholders were not burnt, Mr Trichet said that governments were told to ensure that any actions didn't jeopardise the wider European system.
"The message was for all (countries). When you take any decision, take into account all dimensions of these decisions, including the systemic aspects of these decisions."
The former ECB president added that all governments and central banks decided that no commercial bank would be allowed to fail.
"The decision finally taken by all at that time in the post-Lehman years was not to let any particular commercial bank go bankrupt as Lehman had done," he said.
Mr Trichet added that Ireland's "extremely difficult" fiscal correction, in which more than €25bn in tax increases and spending cuts have been implemented since 2008, was "appropriate".
The Government was given a firm warning yesterday from a current ECB board member to stick to its plans to make €3.1bn of savings in the forthcoming Budget.
ECB executive board member Jorg Asmussen said revising this figure down would be risky.
He told RTE's The Business: "Delaying fiscal adjustment is a risky strategy and the achievements so far should not be put at risk."
Ratings agency Moody's also warned the Government that relaxing austerity would undermine international confidence in the Irish economy.
"Downward pressure would develop on Ireland's government rating. . . if the country's fiscal consolidation process were to falter," Moody's said.
Sunday Independent
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text: Drakes men stretched their unbeaten Thurlow Nunn League Premier Division run to seven matches with a 1-0 success at Thetford yesterday. Joe Furness hit the only goal from the spot in the first half after a Simon Unwin shot was handled by a home defender. A third successive clean sheet was another source of satisfaction for a side who were leaking far too many goals earlier in the season. We were absolutely tremendous, said Drake. It was an excellent away performance to keep a very good run of form going. We defended superbly, we won our battles in midfield and always looked dangerous in attack. We could - and probably should - have scored more goal but we never looked like conceding even when under pressure late on as Thetford pumped a lot of high balls into our box. The way we have tightened up defensively is really pleasing and Charlie Bowens return has been a major factor in that. Weve gone from conceding threes, fours, fives in games to only letting in one goal in our last five matches. Drake handed a debut to latest recruit Austen Diaper, who has followed the lead of Bowen in returning to Rovers from Newmarket Town. He is thrilled with the strength of his squad. Weve got a really good group of players and hopefully they are all here to stay, added Drake. We took a full squad to Thetford and not one of the five substitutes really deserved to be sat on the bench. That shows the amount of competition for places we now have. There is a huge motivation who are in the team to do well to keep their shirt. Only goal difference now keeps Rovers out of the top six. They go to sixth-placed Newmarket Town on Boxing Day, 11am, and are on home turf this Saturday when entertaining Stanway Rovers.


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A major attraction has been booked just weeks after it looked as though the future of Wetherby Festival was in doubt.
A rallying call for new members has been answered and the committee is busy securing bookings for the week-long event in October.
Chairman Richard Messenger said: "The committee is working hard at putting together an exciting programme of events with some past favourites and some new ventures to try to attract a wide audience of varying tastes and all ages.
"Already booked is the ever popular performance by the Leeds Symphony Orchestra under the baton of Martin Binks MBE.
"This will take place in St James' Parish Church on the evening of Saturday October 17 when the orchestra will perform pieces of both classical and popular music and tickets will rapidly be sold out."
Previous years has seen the event play host to stars such as Gareth Gates and Humphrey Lyttleton but Mr Messenger said it was in doubt that such bookings would take place this time.
"They want a lot of money to come so we have to get a lot of people and it is not always worth it."
Mr Messenger said all events will be staged in venues in or around Wetherby town centre.
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Richard W. "Dick" Mansfield, 82 of Washington died Sunday-March 19, 2017 at 10:30 P.M. in the Donnell House following a lengthy illness. He was born August 27, 1934 in Washington Pa. the son of the late Charles A. and Romaine E. Walker Mansfield. Mr. Mansfield was employed as a mold maker for 40 years at Metro Glass, Ball Glass and Penn Mold from where he retired. He graduated from Washington High School in 1954. Mr. Mansfield enjoyed painting, woodworking, gardening and traveling. He coached softball for over 20 years and was a second degree black belt in karate. Mr. Mansfield was a member of the American Legion Edwin Scott Linton Post # 175, the Alpine Club and the Artists Co-Op. He served in the United States Air Force where he received the National Defense Service Medal, the Good Conduct Medal and the Army Occupation Medal.
On July 11, 1964 he married Barbara Malone Mansfield who died March 19, 2002. He is survived by his children; Trudy (Jeff) Thomas of Prosperity, Glen Mansfield of Claysville, Stacey (John) Kraeer of Washington and Tina (Bob) McFall of Washington. Also surviving are 9 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
Mr. Mansfield was preceded in death by 4 sisters; Romaine Veltre, Helen Hartman, Mary Gordon and Lois Allum.
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"A Learned Woman is thought to be a Comet, that bodes Mischief, when ever it appears. To offer to the World the Liberal Education of Women is to deface the Image of God in Man, it will make Women so high, and men so low, like fire in the House-top, it will set the whole world in a flame."from AN ESSAY To Revive the Antient Education OF Gentlewomen, IN Religion, Manners, Arts & Tongues. WITH An Answer to the Objections against this Way of Education.
The people you don't know about. Bathsua Making. Governess to Princess Elizabeth (middle daughter of Charles I). Agnes Forbes Blackadder. The first woman to graduate from St Andrews on the same level as men, gaining her MA in October 1894. Apparently my alma mater was ahead of the curve for once. The bluestockings of Cambridge who had to fight longer and harder than that for the same right.
On Friday night I was lucky enough to see the last performance of Blue Stockings at The Globe. And, to quote the internet, I had ~feelings~ A lot of them.
My friend Jenny wrote this after seeing the play.
It made me weep hot, angry tears.
The play told the story of the women who fought to be allowed to graduate from the very same university where I studied. And from which I graduated. Only they were fighting around 100 years before I turned up there, and the battle was only won 50 years later.
I went to see the play alone, and it's fair to say that the older generations sat either side of me had less emotive responses. I wondered why the story hit me with such force.
I felt physically stunned by the brutality and the bullying behaviour of the characters who opposed these women. There was a scene where the main female character tried to participate in a lecture (in the same manner that the male students were) and she was systematically shut down by Dr Maudsley in a horrific exchange.
I had a similar reaction.
There were moments when I laughed, because the things the men say about women's abilities as students in the play are just so ridiculous it seems hilarious that anyone could seriously believe them. And then I remembered the kind of treatment that women like Mary Beard are subject to on twitter, and I realised these kind of views haven't gone away, they've just gone somewhere different.
There were moments where I was almost shaking with supressed anger - the kind you get when there's nothing you can do in response to an attack, because the person attacking you won't listen, won't give an inch, won't grant you the right to be of equal worth as a human being. When Tess is being shut down by Maudsley, and Caro by Lloyd, I just wanted to jump up on my bench and yell right back.
And there were moments when I just wept. Because, while there are other things in my life that I value and that make my life whole, the bit of me that I'm able to build a life and a future upon is what the women in the play were fighting for. The right to study and to learn, and do do something with that knowledge that has the tiniest bit of impact. The fact that I was able to spend three years of my life writing 80,000 words about the Roman constitution, and sit down at the end with two men who took it, and me, seriously - and while I might not have loved the process of my viva, I love that I got to have it. For all I sometimes feel like I'm sometimes stuck in the stupid false dichotomy of choosing between the chance to continue learning and the choice to build a family, because it is still harder for a woman to balance both than it is for a man, it is a less stark stupid-ass choice than it was for the women represented in Blue Stockings
But in a way, for all the howling pain of those moments of verbal abuse and physical violence from the men to the women in the play, the hardest thing was, I think, watching the women choose how to fight their fight (and also, actually, watching the few men face up to their peers as well) - because this isn't a stupid-ass false dichtomy, it's a genuine tension. When the people you're facing are terrifed that the walls of their city are about to go up in flames, and are turning the fire-hoses on you, do you make yourself as unthreatening as possible while the walls crackle quietly but steadily, or do you embrace your inner dragon and spit the fire that's in your belly towards the walls?
I understand that the morally grey exists. I know that to make good things happen good people have to make compromises they'd rather not. For all I want to jump on a bench and yell, I am, essentially, the tactical voter - moving step by persuasive step. So I understand why Miss Welsh makes the choices she does. But, oh, I wish she didn't - and that she didn't have to. Because I want to set the world aflame.
But still. The only thing keeping me hanging in there, as she faced the result of the Senate's vote at the end of the play was the knowledge that in the end, she won. Not alone. The strange collective of compromisers, world-burners, and the men who stood beside them won. We won. That it was worth it. We get to be comets that bode mischief.
Thank you, ladies
Remember who commended thy blue stockings, and wished to see thee ever cross-gartered: I say, remember. Go to, thou art made, if thou desirest to be so… Twelfth Night, Act Two, Scene Five (with apologies)


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regarding the parrot
When I wrote about bad jobs in passing, last week, I realized there might be more to the dead parrot story.
Here's the deal. At the time (spring of 2009) I was employed at a small stereo installation company. I LOVED that job. More than any other I've ever had. The coworkers were fun, and the work (while still administrative) was personally interesting to me because it was about stereo components and their installation and design. But I wasn't getting paid. That job is another story for another time.
Meanwhile, a posting came up on Craiglist — a bed & breakfast at a historic estate was being started up, and the owner needed someone to be his right-hand man. It fell within the scope of my skills, so I responded.
Day 1 was separate interviews with him and his cousin (a middle aged lady from Norway), plus a tour of the property on a 6-wheeler, and then we ran errands in his ramshackle car, so I could get an idea of how he did business while continuing the interview process. There was some kind of difficulty with financials, and he was at the bank every day juggling funds between accounts. That should have been a clue.
Day 2 was trying to sort out his office, and putting together a business plan/guidelines. This was the day I went for an ice cube and found a parrot. I think I put the ice cube back.
Day 3 was when I emailed him after getting home from work to say, so sorry, I can't come back. I asked him to keep what he owed me for the 3 days of work, to make up for it.
And then day 4 and the following days for a couple of weeks was when he called me multiple times a day, leaving angry messages.
I felt terrible at the time. But it was, at best, an informal job (I never signed anything, and no doubt had I ever been paid it'd have been in cash), and it's not like I had received training, a uniform, nothing. I just keep hoping I don't run into him, or that, 9 years having passed, he won't recognize me.
But back to those three days. It'd been a long time since he'd had a bookkeeper. There was no plan for getting the bed & breakfast running. I scoured the net looking for other places that had posted policies and came up with a plan I just located in my email while writing this. Honestly, it still strikes me as being pretty great: I had a bunch of ideas for how he could make it more resort-like, spa-like, a vacation destination. It bugged me, though, because he was already advertising it like that, but the place was not set up at ALL the way it was described. This also should have been a clue.
He had a distant family Quaker connection, which he thought meant he should brand the whole place as a religious retreat, despite being non-practicing himself. The kind of person that's superstitious enough to think claiming affiliation with religion will ward off... something. We discussed a work schedule, he didn't want to give me Sundays off to attend church — basically, what was on the table was me being there 24/7, with a weeknight off now and then, and one weekend a month free. The pay wasn't commensurate with the schedule. The bedroom was nice, but it was just a room (with a rag rug and rocking chair, whoohoo), and I thought about how on earth I would have visitors, how would I go out at night, what was it going to be like not being able to leave if there were guests? It was intimated that if there were enough guests, and the room was needed, I'd have to give it up for them. Clue.
Many businesses were being somewhat shadily run from the property: the "bed & breakfast", the sale of rocks and timber from the land, a farm (horses, which he was breeding, chickens and ducks for eggs, a bunch of exotics like bison and ostrich, because he wanted to start a petting zoo), and he was making trails for a potential hunting/hiking venture. These were what I was made aware of from the tour/ his emails which he asked me to handle, but there were probably more. Broken-down equipment littered the property, which was otherwise shockingly beautiful - hilly, with quarries where they'd taken out stone, and huge sweeping views to the valleys below.
He was a rough guy, older, friendly enough, abrupt. His house was down a dirt road from the "manor house" (as the main building was billed) - dated, cluttered. Stacks of papers, bills, and magazines got pushed aside so he could set down tea mugs. I'd seen worse. It was harder tackling his online presence - revising and updating everywhere he'd attempted to advertise himself or his ventures.
His cousin was there to act as chef and innkeeper. I was supposed to work with her. We got along well, she knitted incessantly as we talked about cooking and family, and I felt worse about leaving for her sake than his.
Anyway, I looked the place up to see if it was still in business and found wedding photos (he got it off the ground not as a B&B, but as a wedding venue). A bunch of uncomfortable looking bridesmaids, skirts chopped off awkwardly by the same tan leather sectional I sat on to chat with the cousin, grimacing at a bride who looked uncomfortable to be in someone's house. A groom in jeans and suspenders leaning casually against the barn, where I remember an office with a wooden desk, a broken clock, a dirty calendar, and the most tremendous beams of late afternoon sun.
On day 4, I went back to the stereo job. I still wasn't getting paid properly there, but at least I wasn't worried about being murdered.


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Myrmecia In The Mist
It's February in Australia and it's hot…. Really hot. The kind of hot that makes human activity reserved only for the absolute necessary. The thought of walking through a muggy forest in southeast Queensland at this time of year would make many screw their faces in derision, but that's exactly where I'm going.
Finding a new Myrmecia queen is no easy task with most of my finds coming by pure chance. You can increase your chances however by being in the right places at the right times.
When searching for bull ant queens there is obviously no better place to look than the areas where they nest. Myrmecia love Australia's sclerophyll forests and almost exclusively call them home. It would be a rare find indeed to come across a bull ant in suburbia, so you are going to have to be open to a little bushwalking. Basically you're looking for areas that are undisturbed by mankind. I particularly like walking those long stretches carved out of the forests between neighbouring towns to connect powerlines.
This dumped pile of sand that has been untouched for so long the rain has since washed it into a marvellous natural creation, would be an indication you're on the right track.
Myrmecia are truly fascinating ants in that they are able to see long distances and rely heavily on this sense in their daily activities. They don't lay scent trails like most other ants and prefer to navigate using visual cues. I find nests will often be distinctively decorated or be positioned near a landmark location, which I believe helps the ants to find their way home. Take the forest trail below for example. Imagine you are a new queen, just landing on the forest floor, looking to start a new colony. Where would be a good location that would be easily found by a future disoriented foraging worker? Well, I would be looking at the base of the distinctive landmark tree on the left. On closer inspection I can see a beautifully decorated Myrmecia nigrocincta nest. When I'm searching for bull ants in the forest, landmarks rarely disappoint.
Attempting to excavate a nest is not advised. If you did somehow manage to get past all the tree roots, rocks and miraculously not get stung by the hundreds of angry and quite capable worker ants, you would also find it difficult to distinguish the queen from the seething masses. This would more than likely result in a destroyed nest and less new queens for everybody. Best to leave them to reproduce and just keep returning on a regular basis to watch for activity. Whilst walking this track I caught a glimpse of something dashing for cover under a leaf, without taking my eyes off that leaf, I took a container from my pocket and scooped her up. A Myrmecia chrysogaster queen.
It may be hot, but it's also bull ant season and you can be sure you won't catch one sitting in front of that fan. If you give nature a chance, I'm sure you will be impressed. Of course if this all sounds like a lot of work, you can always purchase one of the many queens from the ant store.
Best of luck :)


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If you haven't heard the news, Croatia is the new hot spot for your next vacation. People have been flocking to this unique location and the reasons are clearer than the Croatian waters. Located on the Adriatic Sea, Croatia's turquoise waters, amazing food and rich history are enough to make you want to move there!
With more than 1,000 islands, there is an adventure around every corner.
Kayaking in Split or Podstrana allows you to view beautiful limestone ridges and green terraces.
Arms get tired? Take a break and relax in the sun, or take a swim (or snorkel) and explore the turquoise waters below.
Or, if you're more of a land person, trek one of three mountains that surround the city of Split. Climb the tallest mountain, Mosor, for a spectacular view of the city and its awe-inspiring coastline and islands.
And for the real adrenaline junky, cliff jumping is a must. With a range from 2 to 10 meters, take a leap, climb out of the water, and jump again!
The food in Croatia won't leave you hanging either.
Croatian food is created from influences of the surrounding countries. It has similarities relating to Italian, Hungarian, Austrian and Turkish food. However, Croatian food has its own distinct flair and taste.
Most traditional meals include fresh seafood with huge flavors. Every seafood restaurant will have crni rizot on the menu, and it is a must-try. This black risotto gets its color from squid ink and is mixed with other seafood such as mussels, clams and other shellfish.
Croatia is rich with history. It's home to several UNESCO World Heritage Sites, so there is so much to learn. Explore a Monastery from the 14th century, or Onofrio's Fountain, which dates back to 1438.
Another World UNESCO World Heritage Site is found in Split. Visiting Diocletian's palace will for sure be one of your trip's highlights. Dating back to 295 A.D., this breathtaking palace is an incredible sight. And did we mention it's also a filming site for Game of Thrones?
If these reasons alone haven't convinced you to visit Croatia, the exchange currency sure will. One US dollar is equal to 6.46 Croatian Kuna. Even in popular tourist destinations, you will still get a great rate for anything you buy.
The entire country of Croatia is memorable—and that's why it's made my list of destination hot spots. With a warm Mediterranean climate, crystal waters and unforgettable food and adventure, you will think you are in a dream. If you're interested in how you can visit Croatia and experience its authentic culture, hit me up!


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BARCELONA, Spain--After a long journey from San Francisco and a good night's sleep, I arrived in Barcelona ready for whatever Mobile World Congress will offer. Indeed, we expect quite a lot of news from the major manufacturers though Nokia already created a lot of buzz with its new Microsoft partnership.
First stop was the Fira de Barcelona, where the trade show will take place. I picked up my press badge, and then walked around the grounds and watched the work crews prepare the company booths and pavilions. I've always been amazed at the amount of work that goes into putting on a trade show and Mobile World Congress is no exception. The complex stretches across 10 buildings, several outdoor plazas, and more than a few temporary buildings. That may seem big, but that's what you need for 50,000 attendees and 1,300 exhibitors.
Though the show doesn't officially begin until Monday, Nokia, Sony Ericsson, and Samsung have press conferences Sunday night (9 a.m. PT). Be sure to check back then for CNET's full coverage. Luckily, the rest of the CNET crew arrives today so I'll have lots of help.


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Recipe: Fig Flatbread
If you're worrying about or how you can appease your dinner party guests while you run around like a headless chicken in the kitchen trying to make sure your pork cutlets are pounded and your cocktails are mixed, figs are the answer.
They're gorgeous without trying, the perfect size for snacking, and harmonize easily with both savory and sweet flavors. The names alone are alluring - Green Kadota, Black Mission, Calimyrna - I mean, come on - they're the sexiest fruit out there! They're at the peak of their season here in California, but the season is short. Go forth and gather all the figs you can NOW, hear me?
Besides buying every type I can find, cutting them open to show their jeweled insides, and pairing them with salty meats and cheeses, I love to use figs on flatbread. I buy pre-made levain for its thin, light, crunchy ease, but you could also make a homemade focaccia or pizza dough if you're feeling industrious or want something more substantial for a main dish.
Fig Flatbread with Chevre & Reduced Balsamic
Preheat your oven to 375°. On two cookie sheets, lay out 4 sheets of levain flatbread. Sprinkle generously with olive oil and sea salt and use a pastry brush or your fingers to spread the oil to all the corners. If you have some on hand, a generous dusting of za'atar is also a nice touch here.
Pop the flatbreads in the oven and bake for 5 minutes, or until they start to crisp. Don't let them get too brown because they'll be going back into the oven.
While the flatbreads are pre-baking, slice 1 pound of figs into half inch slices. When the flatbreads emerge from the oven, arrange the sliced figs on top and crumble about 6 ounces chevre cheese over the figs. Other cheeses would be great here as well - shredded parmesan, manchego, and feta especially. Use what you have on hand, and don't pay too much attention to measurements.
Return the figged-out flatbreads to the oven and bake an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the figs have softened and the levain is lightly browned on the edges.
Remove from the oven and allow to cool. Slice into bite-sized pieces an scatter with finely sliced basil and a few squirts of balsamic vinegar reduction (found at most grocery stores or easily made by boiling balsamic until it's 1/4 of its original volume).
Allow someone else to open the wine, and enjoy the ease of your guests stuffing their faces until you're ready for the rest of dinner to emerge!


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Check out the revisions Matt made on his new IceBorn template. You can download the template from the new Templates section of the site. Look for the link on the right side of the page.


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Community group warns of uncontrolled solar farm development
Ireland lacks guidelines to deal with solar farm planning applications, says campaigner
Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government Simon Coveney: a Co Cork community group has criticised him for failing to introduce legislation for large-scale solar farms. Photograph: Dara Mac Dónaill
A Co Cork community group has criticised Minister for Planning Simon Coveney for failing to introduce legislation for large-scale solar farms.
Jagoes Mills Action Group, which represents residents living near Kinsale in Co Cork, said a failure to legislate would lead to the uncontrolled development of the sector in Ireland and problems for communities across the State.
Aoife Carlin, spokeswoman for the group, said more than 100 applications for large-scale solar developments had been submitted to local authorities and some 20,000 acres of agricultural land were in contract to solar developers by last October.
She said that despite the obvious expansion of the sector, the Department of Planning was "not only failing to plan for the development of a solar industry in Ireland, but failing to even acknowledge the need for legislative change".
Ms Carlin said the action group had lodged an appeal with An Bord Pleanála against a decision by Cork County Council to grant permission to Green Mills Energy for a 5MW solar power plant on a 32-acre site at Farrangalway near Kinsale.
Other jurisdictions
"We strongly believe if solar farm planning guidelines existed in Ireland, as they do in other jurisdictions, this site of prime agricultural land in a rural residential community would be deemed unsuitable for such development."
An Bord Pleanála granted planning permission for the project in February despite its own inspector recommending refusal and noting there was "a lack of guidance at national, regional and local level in relation to the appropriate location, scale and distribution of future proposals for solar power".
Planning inspector Kenneth Moloney pointed out that the project was of significant scale and given that it is located in a primarily agricultural area, he said he believed it would seriously injure "the amenities of the area" and properties in the vicinity.
Ms Carlin said the action group recognised Ireland's responsibility to reduce emissions in line with the Paris climate agreement and fully supported efforts to do so. However, it was genuinely concerned about the lack of guidelines and regulations in the solar energy sector.
Aggressive growth
"We fear the failure of the Government and local councils to act with respect to planning guidelines, combined with the aggressive pace of applications from solar developers, is resulting and will continue to result in incoherent and uncontrolled development of the solar energy sector in Ireland."
Speaking in the Dáil on Thursday, Mr Coveney said that while there are no specific guidelines in place in respect of solar farms, proposals for individual developments were subject the statutory requirements of the Planning and Development Act 2000.
"I am satisfied that the planning code is sufficiently robust to facilitate the assessment of individual planning permission applications for solar farm developments," he said.
The Minister added the matter would be kept under review in conjunction with the Department of the Environment, which has responsibility for Ireland's renewable energy policy.


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A wide range of career opportunities are available for PhD-trained researchers in academia, industry, policy, consulting, education, business, law, and government, and more. But how do you identify and explore these career paths, and how do you determine which are a good fit for you?
1. Check out "Every Month is Career Exploration Month for PhDs"
- Beginning in March 2017 we are kicking off our annual career exploration calendar. Each month, we feature a different career path with programs and resources. Click here to see which career paths we're featuring throughout the year.
2. Read about your options!
- Read about 20 different career paths for PhD-level scientists (both in academia and beyond academia) in the Career Exploration section of Science Magazine's myIDP site. (note: there is a login)
- Read about career options for PhDs at the National Postdoc Association's Career Exploration website. Includes info for careers in Teaching, Science Policy, Science Writing, Entrepreneurial Careers and others.
- Check out the resources from the program "Careers in academia you might not know about"
3. Try a structured career exploration program
- engage in coursework to develop the skills and tools they need to explore a variety of career paths
- explore different career environments by connecting with biomedical PhDs in careers outside academic research.
4. Do an internship or fellowship
Nothing beats spending some time in the type of work environment you think you'd like to inhabit one day. And nothing makes you more attractive to a potential employer than having experience working in that field.
- Graduate Student Internships for Career Exploration (GSICE) Program
- The UCSF Technology Management (Licensing) Internship Program in the UCSF Office of Innovation, Technology & Alliances
- The Entrepreneurship Internship Program, in the UCSF Office of Innovation, Technology & Alliances
- Health, Science and Technology Fellowships
5. Talk to a career counselor
Schedule an appointment with Program Director Patti Meyer, PhD, to discuss your non academic career. Not sure where to start? Look for a 20 minute mini appointment to get started. You can schedule here.
6. Find your community
There are a wide range of registered campus organizations for every interest, from science communication to biotech and policy. Check out the organizations which might be a good fit for you.


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Wyoming Photographer David Bell
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Pinedale's David Bell has quickly become one for the foremost nature photographers in the region, focusing on the beauty of the western United States. And, he'll tell you, it's just a hobby. His work is nothing short of stunning.
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This was by far one of the most beautiful and surreal sessions I have EVER captured. There is no other way to put it. I captured Ashley & Justin for their 1 year anniversary session, when they first found out they were expecting and again for their maternity portraits. They prayed for this little one.
Ashley's mom flew in for a whole month to be with her daughter and son-in-law. She and Justin's mom were there to witness the labor and birth of sweet Lily-Grace Harper. Ashley had three interchanging Doula's and was completely prepped for her 48 hours of labor, with their favorite music playing and flash cards for encouragement.
She was in and out of the birthing tub with help from her amazing husband Justin, practicing her breathing between contractions. Ashley chose a natural, drug-free labor. I was in and out of the hospital 4-5 times capturing special moments and finally on Sunday March 13th at 3:01pm Lily-Grace made her debut!
Welcome Lily-Grace Harper Smith! It was an honor capturing your birthday! -Sasha
Doulas: Katy Reed Soong, Kari Hebert Sandon & Kayla Swedensky Mundt with Louisiana Birth


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Galaxy Toppers happily invites all our students and families to join us this Family Day 2018 Long Weekend as we gather to celebrate yet another year's successful achievements and spearhead this New Year with more dedication and commitment.
Our Galaxy Toppers family has grown from its infant stage when we were only few members strong to this stage where we stand high. High up, amongst many and most well-known UCMAS Schools, not only within Scarborough area, not only within North York neighborhood, not only within Toronto, not even only within GTA, not only within Ontario, but overall Canada! All in just 4 years based on our quality of students' performance and growth…
Our Success speaks not only about numbers. But our deep rooted engagement with our students, parents, teachers, volunteers, UCMAS Head Office, our IT Team, our Finance team, good will ambassadors and every single individual associated with our school. It's time to look back at the past year, appreciate the accomplishments, learn valuable lessons and take leads from our journey, set vision and goals forward for 2018 and ace the space as we raise and continue the top trend as we reach the 5 year milestone next year!
2017 was a year of continued upward trend. Our students amazed themselves and every one of us as they showcased their greater skills at School in Academics, in UCMAS Mental Math and Abacus Canadian National & International Competitions and overall, just becoming more conceptual and logical thinkers. We emerged with 4 Champions, 24 Trophies, 33 Merit Awards and raising us a step higher to a 4th best performing school in Canada.
This Annual Day, we will be awarding Championship and Runner-Up Trophy Awards to 44 of our most deserving performers in the 4th Annual Galaxy Toppers Internal UCMAS Abacus and Mental Math Competition 2017.
Each student put in their best throughout the year in completing the UCMAS Levels and Modules. Each of them who completed their levels will receive their level completion certificates to recognize their relentless pursuit to discover their genius within.
The International Grading Exam (IGE) 2017 certificates from Malaysian UCMAS Head Quarters will also be awarded for their performance living up to the international standards. This Family Day, each Galaxy Toppers family receives a reason to celebrate their unique spirit, working together for their child's success! Come join the unique opportunity where we are not only awarding the success but to unleash the cultural performances, display of our students' musical, dance and performance talents.


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Lavender Facial Toner 100 ml
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This cleansing and reviving facial toner is suitable for both normal and problematic skin. Removes make up residue, tones the skin and prepares it for moisturizer. NB! May contain sediment.
Directions: Apply toner on a cotton pad and gently remove your makeup with gently massaging your face.
INCI: Lavendula angustifolia (Lavender) Floral Water & Sodium benzoate & Potassium sorbate & Citric acid.


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OAK RIDGE -- On Aug. 18, church members, friends, relatives and well-wishers gathered at the Oak Ridge Presbyterian Church and Parish House to celebrate the congregations' 200th anniversary.
OAK RIDGE -- On Aug. 18, church members, friends, relatives and well-wishers gathered at the Oak Ridge Presbyterian Church and Parish House to celebrate the congregations' 200th anniversary.
The early American Country Meeting House, which has stood on the same spot for two centuries, provides a sharp contrast to the meeting places where the young congregation met when it formed years ago.
The Rev. Edward Allen, the congregation's first pastor, commenced his missionary labors in the Newfoundland church. In the spring of 1818, Allen was licensed by the Presbytery of Jersey to preach the gospel. As the records reflect, "Immediately after licensure he entered upon missionary labors under the auspices of the Female Missionary Society of Morristown. The first place of labor was the northern part of Morris County. Emphatically, it was missionary ground. Newfoundland, West Milford and Stony Brook were central stations. In schoolhouses, private dwellings and barns in the region the gospel was preached. There was abundance of work every day, visiting from house to house, preaching almost every evening and three times on the Sabbath. A powerful revival was the result in each place. In due time three churches were organized by the Presbytery."
Extracts from Allen's diary that appeared in the "Hardyston Memorial" provide a glimpse into the organization of the congregation in its infancy. "Sabbath 23d August 1818. This day a Presbyterian Church was duly organized in Newfoundland. The ordinances were administered at Brownville in a barn (located at Route 23 and Green Pond Road). This was a very solemn day. The largest audience assembled that I have ever seen in this region of the country, between 400-500. Dr. John McDowell preached from the words, 'And he shall see of the travail of his soul.' When the ordinances were administered a number of affecting addresses were made. It was a time of deep solemnity. Mr. Green preached in the P.M. from the words, 'And yet there is room.' I trust that the transactions of this day will not soon be forgotten." The original congregation consisted of 45 members.
On Sept. 7, 1818, Allen attended a monthly concert for prayer in Newfoundland where he recorded that the house was crowded with people who were very solemn.
It was shortly after this, as the Rev. Alanson Haines recorded in "Hardyston Memorial," that "One day as Mr. Allen was returning from a meeting, an old gentleman (William Weaver) invited him into his house and said that if the people would build a meeting house, he would give the land and 50 dollars.
"On Oct. 1, 1818, a meeting was held in a schoolhouse when the people resolved to build a church and five Trustees were chosen." Trustees elected at that meeting were Zebulon Sutton, Martin Brown, Samuel Tharp, John H. Stansborrough, Simon McKay and John Odell Ford.
On Oct. 8, 1818, Allen was examined for ordination at Presbytery at Elizabeth Town. This was followed on Oct. 19, 1818, when Allen preached his trial sermon for ordination in the session house of the Brick Church, New York City. Following this, it was determined that he should be ordained at Newfoundland on the second Tuesday in November.
On Sabbath, Oct. 24, Allen wrote in his diary, "This was considered by many as the most interesting day that was ever witnessed in Newfoundland. Two additional elders were elected. Thirteen persons were baptized, etc. Strictest attention from a large audience. Dr. McDowell preached and considered this as the most solemn day he ever witnessed. The Lord was evidently in the midst of us. I trust this was a day long to be remembered."
Recorded in Allen's diary on Nov. 10, 1818: "This day had been appointed by Presbytery for my ordination as an Evangelist. The weather was very favorable. Ten of the clergy were present and seven elders -- a very large concourse of people assembled. The exercises were performed in Capt. Martin Brown's barn. The Rev. Mr. Williams commenced the exercises. Mr. Condit made the opening prayer. An admirable sermon was preached by Samuel Cox, 'I am not ashamed of the Gospel of Christ.' Mr. Fisher made the consecration prayer and delivered the charge, and Dr. McDowell concluded the exercises by a pertinent address to the people. All was solemn and affecting. May I never forget the solemnities of this day. The vows of God are upon me. May I ever look to him for assistance to fulfill the duties of my station."
John W. Fredericks provided an interesting account of that ordination service. The person asking the questions was identified as Mrs. A.M. McDowell, but the date of the interview is unknown. "Grandma Estell, tell us about Mr. Allen's ordination in Captain Brown's barn. Were you there?" "Of course I was there, and such a meeting! You see Mr. Cox was appointed by Presbytery to preach the sermon, and Mr. John McDowell and Mr. King were to do their part. They were all young men. Mr. McDowell arrived first. It was in November, a little too cool for the woods, and the barn was full of people, the stalls, the beams, the mow where ever the people could find a place to sit on, or hang on or stand. If you looked out, you could see the people coming in every direction across the fields. Mr. McDowell gave out a long hymn, and the people were just singing the last verse when they came. They had lost their way and that was what had delayed them. Mr. Cox prepared a great sermon for the occasion, but when he looked around and saw the people in the manger, and all over, he just took for his text, 'I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ.' How he did preach. There was not a dry eye in the house. The ministers and the people sat there with the tears running down their cheeks."
Allen continued to preach for the so-called Newfoundland congregation until the Presbytery assigned him to Sussex County. For some reason worship services were held primarily in the Morris County School on Route 23, still in the Newfoundland section of Jefferson Township. A foundation for the church was laid in 1819. But one local historian recorded that while the church foundation was laid that year, construction delays caused the frame to rot; the church was not completed until 1825.
When the railroad station was built in 1872, the name of the area known as Oak Hill was renamed Oak Ridge. The post office, established on Feb. 28, 1873, was also known as Oak Ridge Post Office. It was not until Feb. 24, 1945, that the name of the church was officially changed to Oak Ridge Presbyterian Church.
Daniel Bigalow, of Newfoundland, built the first church parsonage in 1873. This was used until 1963, when it was sold to a private individual and a new parsonage was constructed. A Parish House was completed in 1937. The property on which the Parish House and new parsonage were built had been purchased from Harmon Weaver for $400.
Like other congregations, it has had its ups and downs. During the 1920s and '30s, church attendance was low and the buildings were closed during the winter months. Church members, however, did attend special events, funerals, etc.
One special event in the congregation took place July 20, 1941, when a member of the congregation, Roland Fredericks, was ordained as a minister in the church sanctuary.
While the church exterior remains basically unchanged, gone is the large square stone in the front of the church used as a step when getting out of a carriage. Gone are the hitching posts and rails and gone are the sheds used to house the horses while members attended worship services.
Gone also are the days when members of the congregation spent their entire Sabbath Day in attending services at the church. Available records indicate services were held in the morning, Sunday School in the afternoon and prayer meetings in the evening.
Much has transpired since Aug. 23, 1818, when the First Presbyterian Church at Newfoundland was organized in Capt. Martin Brown's barn, with 45 members and between 400-500 persons in attendance. The congregation has persevered, and on Aug. 18 they joined together to observe its 200th anniversary.
Jennie Sweetman is the history columnist for the New Jersey Herald. She may be contacted at firstname.lastname@example.com.


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Daniel completes the London2Brighton Challenge/
A very big thank you to Daniel Nye who completed the London2Brighton Challenge - the 100k Ultra Marathon, in aid of the JTYAF by crossing the finish line at 2110hrs on Saturday 23rd May 2015.
The challenge took Daniel just under 15 hours and consisted of 100k (62 miles) over rough terrain and steep hills. He has raised over £700, which is a fantastic achievement.
His family, friends and loved ones cheered him on for the final 15k and watched him cross the finish line.
Daniel comments that the challenge was;
[quote] the toughest physical challenge I have undertaken so far [/quote]
Thank you from all at the JTYAF.


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Visiting Puerto Vallarta was always on my bucket list especially because this was my abuelito's favorite beach and he was not kidding! The scenery in Puerto Vallarta is gorgeous, with the green mountains on the side and the pure ocean view along its coast.
During my visit to Puerto Vallarta, my brother and I stayed at Vela's Hotel. The staff was attentive and the food was delicious. Plus, the hotel is beautiful.
We decided to be adventurous and booked an ATV excursion on the mountains of Puerto Vallarta. I am not going to lie, I was so nervous. I feel like I use to be more careless when I was younger, has this happen to you? I now think about things more then before. Anyways, I don't recommend this if you have never driven an ATV before. I should've taken my advice lol, This was my first time driving one and although nothing happened to us there were several times I thought I was going to fall off the cliff. Overall, it was an amazing experience. Definitely for adrenaline junkies!
This is the company we used to book our ATV excursion: Canopy River Zip Line
The nightlife in Puerto Vallarta is so worth it. On the first night my brother and I ended up at La Vaquita and made a few friends. We even got to party with rapper E40! I am not going to get into detail but that night was one I will never forget! Y'all should probably ask my brother LOL.
The second night my friends Sandra and Jennie came in and we went to Mandala. Both, La Vaquita and Mandala are chain clubs that have several throughout Mexico so they are pretty well known for tourist. There are other clubs we wanted to check out but due to timing we didn't.
During the day, There is so many things to do in Puerto Vallarta such as taking a walk down El Malecon and visiting the little shops around the plaza. You can also visit the breathtaking, Our Lady of Guadalupe Church located by El Malecon.
Looking for places to eat? Here are two I recommend.
Casa Tradicional is decorated with bright colors and typical Mexican decor. The staff is attentive and the food was fresh and delicious.
We absolutely loved, El Barracuda, they have tables right next to the beach where you can enjoy the scenery and do some water activities after or before your meal. The food was fresh and the ambiance was laid back.
If you are looking to rent a car, I recommend sixt, they were reliable and friendly. When in Mexico you have to make sure you rent a car from a reliable company. A lot of people make the mistake to go with companies that are known in the U.S. but don't know that sometimes you can get screwed over. To make the long story short, I did my research and Sixt was the most reliable company in Mexico. Plus, the rental price for our car was reasonable.
Have any questions? Make sure to leave them below and I will be happy to answer.
Until next time,
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Many folks consider spring the best time of the year. After a long season of bitter cold and digging out after snowstorms, spring is a welcome relief. The air turns warm and fresh. Flowers start poking up from the soil. Trees begin to blossom and bloom. Yes, spring is a wonderful time of the year. But there is one thing (or perhaps thousands of things) that can ruin your day in springtime. Yes, we are talking about pests. Humans aren't the only creatures who come out of hiding when the weather warms up.
Common Pests In Springtime
Each season has its own set of pest problems here in Ashland, and spring is no exception. A few of the pests you are likely to encounter as temperatures begin to rise include, lady beetles, silverfish, and earwigs. You may have noticed some of these insect pests appearing, as if out of nowhere, after a long winter of being absent. It is important to know that they are looking for food and water sources and that silverfish and earwigs, especially, are attracted to moisture. If your home provides these things, be aware that these pests will be happy to stick around and begin multiplying. Soon, a few spring pests can turn into hundreds, or even thousands, living within your walls.
Springtime Pest Prevention Tips
Remove clutter, leaf piles, mulch and other plant debris. Pests love hiding under such things.
Trim back vegetation from around your perimeter.
Keep things dry. Make sure spigots are not leaking. Repair or unclog leaky gutters. And dry up any areas of standing water.
Inspect your foundation and outside walls for gaps, cracks, or holes and seal them up.
Make certain that all of your screens and door sweeps are present and in good working order.
Declutter, especially storage areas and places such as the garage, attic, and crawl spaces.
Deep clean your kitchen. Make sure to get into tight spaces where pests can squeeze in and get a bite to eat, such as between the stove and counter.
Remove water sources. Locate and fix any leaks in pipes, sinks, tubs or toilets. And dry up moist or humid areas by using fans and/or dehumidifiers.
Year Round Pest Prevention
Pests don't only invade during springtime. Put your mind at rest with year-round pest control. Rottler Pest & Lawn Solutions offers pest plans that guarantee to eliminate all targeted pests. We are so confident that you will be satisfied, we offer the Rottler Promise. If pests return between visits, we will return and retreat at no additional charge until you are 100% satisfied. Reach out to us today for total satisfaction, so you can enjoy your spring unhindered by unwanted pests.


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01-20-2019, 03:06 AM (This post was last modified: 01-20-2019, 03:07 AM {2} by Ullapool Staggie.)
Agree with pretty much all of that ^ we were good but aided with how poor Motherwell were. McManus easily MOTM for me crazy that people on here doubt his ability hope that proves it. Draper back in the middle sensational as well his interceptions composure passing just every thing was first class, needed that bite in the middle and can't wait to see Vigurs along side that again! Graham was superb not just the 2 goals but chasing every ball hassling defenders right place at right time. Sparking Rooney out then returning with that performance hats off, would happily see a statue of him outside the stadium haha! Kelly looked good for a first game back, Watson much improved on last week same as Fraser. Kenny VDW was considerably better than last week, I've seen a few saying he was fantastic, wouldn't go that far, he played decently enough and done his job I think him having a decent performance compared to his [censored] ones mask it a bit. But he made no mistakes today and did make a very very good tackle near the end which was a definite goal of he hadn't so fair play to him. Have to admit I haven't noticed Spence in his last 2 games so can't pass judgment. Would of happily lost today and concentrated on the league but beating a peek team easily shows there's always some hope, 2/3 more games and we're at hampden??
Hopfully that gives us a boost for Alloa at home. The treble is on lads
Hopfully that gives us a boost for Alloa at home. The treble is on lads


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Peeping Paparazzi (Trey Donovan, Seth Knight)
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Trey Donovan catches intruding paparazzi, Seth Knight, taking pictures of him in his own home! He confronts the sexy trespassing Latin stud, threatening to break his camera. Turned on by Trey's aggression, Seth Knight apologizes and says he will do anything to make it up to him...hoping the gorgeous man knows that begging on his knees with Trey's BBC deep in him throat is just the beginning of what Seth is willing to do!
Actors: Trey Donovan, Seth Knight
Genre: Kissing, Rimming, Fingering, Ass Play, Blow Jobs, Oral/Anal Sex,
Year: 2018
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Blessed are the meek,
for they will inherit the earth. – Matthew 5:5
Dear Jesus,
I have often thought that meekness was weakness. I have even actively tried not to be meek. Then you say, "Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth." You once described yourself as meek. But you were anything but weak. So, meekness must be something other than weak and shy. It must be about an attitude of dependence on our Father instead of thinking it is all about me and my effort. It must be about denying me the privilege of credit for earning what are really the gifts of a benevolent Father. It must be about holding others up instead of pushing them down. It must be about competing without manipulating, about working hard without angst and bitterness, too. It must be about springing into action when you call and holding back when you say sit. It must be about contentment with my callings, too. Oh, Jesus you were perfect at this. Thanks for getting it right for me. Make me better at it, too.
Pastor Don Patterson
Meekness is strength to say "yes" and "no" to your heart based on God's will and not your own.


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Over these last few days I have been hosting the #StrategicInstaChallenge on Instagram. Everyday I give participants a post assignment, and today they were asked to do a #ThrowbackThursday post about a time in their career when they felt happy or proud. My post was a throwback to June 2013, graduation day!
Graduating from both The University of Winnipeg and Red River College never really seemed like a big deal to me. I always knew I was going to go to a post-secondary school; I never really saw it as an option not to. And it wasn't like I had the type of family who pressured me to go to university or college. As a kid I wanted to go because I saw it on TV and in movies and it looked like fun. As a teenager I figured I needed a diploma or a degree to get a good job. University or college was simply just something I was going to do. But here I am a few years after graduating and I'm just now starting to realize what a big accomplishment that was. I'm the first person in my family since my grandpa to get a post-secondary education. My mom was a single parent struggling to make ends meet, and I still went to university. There are a number of obstacles that could've prevented me from furthering my education, but I looked passed all of those things and just kept working towards something I wanted, and I got it. Actually, I got it twice.
Even though I was a girl with a communications degree in her back pocket, it still took me a good seven months before I found a grown-up job. Yes, I was one of those people who thought employers would be banging down my door to have me work for them. Apparently that wasn't the case, so you can imagine how grateful I was when I finally got the "Congratulations! You're hired" phone call. I remember getting the call when I was on my dinner break while I was working at The Body Shop, and it took everything I could to keep myself from jumping up and down for joy right in the middle of that food court. Come to think of it, that's probably exactly what I did!
My new position of Event Planning & Design Coordinator especially excited me because I had wanted to be an event planner for quite some time at that point, and there I was living the dream. Well, one of them anyway. I was working with clients instead of customers, having lunch meetings instead of lunch breaks, and designing tablescapes instead of storefronts. I felt proud, accomplished, and I was ready to do more.
I had planned at least 15 different events with the company (including five weddings!), and although I was working my dream job, something wasn't quite right. Yes I was able to put my creative input in here and there, but I didn't have the creative control I craved. Yes, I'm a woman who likes to have control once in a while. So sue me!
It was time to look for something else, and as luck would have it, there was an opening for a Corporate Event Planner at a college in northern Alberta. I never imagined myself working for a post-secondary institution, but hey, you go where the opportunities are. One of things that attracted me to the position was the freedom I had to take initiative and make my visions come to fruition. How awesome is that? I've been with the college for over a year and a half and I've planned galas, golf tournaments, student events, you name it! I've learned new skills and made new connections, and have grown even more confident in my abilities to plan a kick-ass event.
I've been doing one of my dream jobs professionally for a few years now, but late last year I realized something was missing. Although event planning was a dream for a long time, my ultimate goal in life is to be a successful owner of a public relations/communications firm! No surprise there right? I mean, look whose website you're on.
Ever since I was a kid I've known I wanted to build my own business from the ground up. The type of business I wanted to run changed numerous times from a babysitting business, to a bakery, to photography studio. But alas, a PR/communications is what I decided on a long time ago, and who knows what that might turn into 10 years down the road.
I launched Strategic Charm Boutique only four short months ago, and boy has it been a roller coaster experience. I learn something new everyday about entrepreneurship, the creative industry, and myself. Real talk: there have been good days, and bad days, and yesterday was a mixture of the two. Luckily I had scheduled a massage for myself a few weeks prior so the bad part of my day got better while I was face down listening to Zen-like music as a kind stranger rubbed me down.
When I'm having a bad day or a bad moment, I think about all I've accomplished so far and get excited thinking about all I'll accomplish in the years to come. This is where I'm supposed to be. This is what I want to be doing. This is what makes me happy (cue Pharrell). I guess the point of this blog post today is to remind you that no matter where you are in your journey, you've come along way and you should be proud. If you ever forget that you're a badass, reach out to me and I'll remind you just how much of a badass you are. We can be badasses together!


text: I'm going to be an aunt any day now. And I'm not talking about the Asian aunt, where everyone and anyone is called "auntie". My brother +Van Tran and sister-in-law +Cynthia Chau are expecting their first baby girl and we are all so excited. They already picked out the name, but they've been very tight-lipped about it. All we know are the total number of syllables! But we'll all find out soon enough! I was adamant that we capture some photos of this cute baby belly before baby Tran decides to make her appearance so here's one of pictures I snagged earlier this week.


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Do you get goosebumps when listening to music?/
If you feel lump in a throat, feel moved or experience chills while hearing your favourite tunes it means that you are more in touch with your emotions than those who do not. The study run by University of California Phd student Matthew Sachs has shown that those with intense emotional response to music have structural differences in brain and possess "a higher volume of fibers that connects their auditory cortex to the areas associated with emotional processing, which means the two areas communicate better".
The findings are to be further tested to better understand how depressive disorders can be treated with music. Since "depression causes an inability to experience pleasure of everyday things", music therapy could help to "explore feelings".
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Marketers need to approach their marketing challenges as business challenges, said Mark Avedissian, managing director of online marketing company ReachLocal. Many of those challenges can be attacked with digital tools with help from the right partner, he told Velocitize Talks.
The Internet has been a great leveler for small businesses, but it's also put small businesses in the deep end of the pool. Online tools can help even small businesses, but they first need to understand what is their consumers' intent, said Avedissian. "There's a lot of basics that need to be done," he said.
Voice is one tool that changes the way consumers approach brand, but it hasn't changed the path to purchase, said Avedissian. Small marketers can compete, if they cover their search basics, he said.
The various demographic groups—whether Gen X, Millennials or Gen Z—may have differences in device use and media consumption, but businesses still need to come down to knowing the consumer's intent and the target consumers' journey so they don't waste their efforts, said Avedissian.
Machine learning and AI are offering great potential for small businesses, said Avedissian. Being able to benefit from automation is a powerful tool, he said.
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text: Pritzker Prize-winning architect Álvaro Siza's first project in the United States is coming to Hell's Kitchen. Located at the intersection of West 56th Street and Eleventh Avenue, the project will rise 35-stories and feature 80 condo units which range from 1 to 4-bedrooms. Amenities will include a fitness center, landscaped rooftop garden and entertainment space. The residential tower is being developed by Sumaida+Khurana and LENY who purchased the site for $55 million and have recently received a $36 million acquisition loan. Leonard Steinberg and Debra LaChance from Compass are the exclusive sales team with sales expected to launch in fall 2018. Construction is expected to break-ground soon with expected completion in 2019.


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The Lane Branch Report June – August 2014August 19th, 2014
1 Communication a new blog to communicate with local constituents
2 Case Work
3 Surgery
4 Chair of Scrutiny Sub Committee
1 Communication a new blog to communicate with local constituents
Thank you to everyone in the Lane who voted for me. I will do my best to represent the interests of all residents in The Lane.
I have set up a new blog where I will post updates of the work I am involved in as a Councillor.
You will find the blog by clicking on the attached link www.jasmineali.org.uk
2 Casework
Representing The Lane by becoming a newly elected councillor is very important. The Council recognise this and put on a compulsory and comprehensive training programme for new councillors so that we are able to direct any concerns from local constituents to the relevant service head.
Since becoming a Councillor in May my casework has been varied ad included
• Concerns raised by many local residents about the speed of the cars hurtling down Maxted Road. I am talking with council cabinet members in order to find a way forward.
• Concerns on the expansion of primary school places in The Lane from a local community activist, addressed by the Director of Strategy for Children and Adults Services.
• Local businesses have raised built environment questions which are being dealt with by relevant council officers
• Concerns about the level of noise at weekends by parties being held across The Lane Ward. Residents are working with the council and relevant proprietors to find a solution.
• I have a number of individual repairs and personal inquires which are on going and where I am seeking the advice of relevant council experts in order to conclude.
3 Surgery
Many concerns have been raised with me through email, telephone and social media. If anyone would prefer to have a face to face meeting a once a month surgery will take place at 7.00pm on the fourth Thursday of every month with the exception of August and December. These will take place at the Residents Hall on Phillip Walk. See attached publicity.
4 Chair of Scrutiny Sub Committee
I was elected Chair of the Education and Children's Services Scrutiny Committee at the June Council Assembly.
I have set up a Facebook page for the Education and Children's Services Scrutiny Committee. I hope it will make the Committee's thinking and subsequent reviews as transparent and engaging as possible. It should also help the Council lead the way in combining scrutiny with social media.
Please like this page from your Facebook profile by clicking this link http://tiny.cc/o6r9jx and invite all of your friends and contacts to also like.


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Our client Emily is a Crossfit instructor and fitness guru who came to us looking for a brand and website to launch her online coaching business. Emily knew that she wanted something really strong and impactful, so we created a logo that would play with the idea that the community ("us") supports the growth and development of strength. For Emily's website we developed a stunning mobile-friendly website to showcase her services and share her powerful, inspiring #strongnotskinny message!


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Honour before Honours
Ipswich East State School is committed to providing a safe, respectful and disciplined learning environment for students and staff, where students have opportunities to engage in quality learning experiences and acquire values supportive of their lifelong wellbeing.
This Responsible Behaviour Plan for Students (PDF, 1.4MB) is designed to facilitate high standards of behaviour so that the learning and teaching in our school can be effective and students can participate positively within our school community.
The philosophy of a supportive school environment is embedded within our school culture. It is reflected in a code of behaviour bases on a set of principles that are understood, accepted and practised by all members of our school community.
Our Responsible Behaviour Plan outlines our system for facilitating positive behaviours and responding to inappropriate and unacceptable behaviours. Through our school plan, shared expectations for student behaviour are plain to everyone, assisting Ipswich East State School to create and maintain a positive and productive learning and teaching environment, where ALL school community members have clear and consistent expectations and understandings of their role in the educational process.
Our school community has identified the following school rules to teach and promote our high standards of responsible behaviour the acronym SOAR:
1. We are Safe
2. We are Organised
3. We are Achievers
4. We are Respectful
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My grandpa has always been my hero. He was special. Though he couldn't see, I never thought of him as blind. Instead, I remember him being filled with light and laughter. His godliness—and a good laugh—drew people to him like lemonade on a hot summer day.
I remember when I was about five or six years old, my twin brother and I loved playing jokes on our grandfather? We'd welcome him into our house with open arms and happy hearts. The minute he'd walk in the front door, we'd verbally direct him to a "comfortable" chair. We'd excitedly chime, "Here, Grandpa, this way … over here … a little further. Okay, Grandpa, you can sit down now."
With a broad, knowing smile he'd ask, "Here? Is the chair right behind me?"
"Yes, Grandpa," we'd giggle. "Go ahead. Sit down."
Inevitably, he'd lean backward and plop on the floor just as we'd planned and we'd all collapse in laughter. I can't remember when we first started playing that game, but I now understand that Grandpa knew all along what we were up to. He indulged our young hearts with twinkling blue eyes and easy laughter. His rich faith in the Lord allowed him to enjoy the funnier side of blindness. I want to do the same.
During the last days of his life, my grandpa continued to love the Lord, especially in song. Amazing Grace was his favorite. When he sang, "I once was lost but now I'm found, was blind but now I see," he made a believer out of me.
The grace of God and the grace displayed by my grandfather are both truly amazing to me. I know that in his final moments, he must have seen some things none of us could see as his faith was being made sight.
I pray that you, too, know that amazing grace. "For it is by grace you have been saved through faith—and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of God" (Ephesians 2:8).


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All of the pups have been coming in at night for a little one on one TV time with us. They are now getting their last feeding at 9-10 pm and sleep through the night in their dogloo outside. I get up at 6-7 AM to feed them breakfast. They get 2 more meals during the day. Kilt is still nursing them about 3-4 times a day (for short intervals) because they are so rough. Kilt is a five star mom.
Viv titled this "A lick and a promise"
How sweet.
Kilt loving her daughter (Dorothy's Tuffie)
Note to Dorothy Tierney-Dunlap who will be the new owner of Tuffie. This pup is a tugging fool. Of course, when she tugs she GROWLS the whole time. I think you better call her Tuff!
Melodie's boy (Tri-pod) enjoys a new toy
Melodie Sudick....you best put on your running shoes. This pup weighs in at 8 lbs. at 5 1/2 weeks. He is a tugging maniac and he is the FIRST to be totally fascinated with the sheep!
Wayne and Champ hugging
Thank-you Wayne for not fussing about having six dogs. I know you love that little snuggler.
What's another dog when you have five. Though, I do promise to spay Kilt in another 3-4 months. :0)
Our last babies and our last baby. Promise.
Dr. Pam's Fly watching American Idol
Pam Mueller DVM you will have your hands full with Kilt's Mini-me. This little gal is on the go and has no fear. If I were to pick any one of the pups to fly across country, I know "Fly" will do just fine. She is going to be an EAST coast girl! She will have SPEED...but will you be able to keep up with her?
Laura's Rumble, the big tail wagger of the group.
Dear Laura Jones, I hope you will love Rumble as much as I do. He has a recall clear across the yard at 5 weeks. He has FOCUS, looking directly into your eyes. He is going to keep you busy. There is "special" written all over this big boy.
I told you. I'm going to need an anti-depressant when I let these pups go to their new homes. I get teary eyed even thinking about it. I have had so much fun with all of them. They have been such easy keepers.


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