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by John MacArthur
One of the main problems with weak evangelistic methods is the risk of leading people to false conversions. Many sinners are thrilled to learn that "God has a wonderful plan" for their lives and are eager to tap into all the blessings that entails. It stands to reason if you evangelize solely on the basis of God's gifts, everybody will sign up.
But there is a significant difference between simply wanting the benefits of believing in Christ and actually turning to Him for salvation in biblical faith and repentance. False assurance of faith is a deadly spiritual danger—confidence in shallow belief actually hardens a person to the truth of God's Word. We have a responsibility to lost men and women to preach the gospel thoroughly and accurately, and to steer them away from empty professions of faith and shallow biblical understanding.
Often the key to breaking through the fog of false faith is confronting sin. Until a person understands the depth and weight of his sin, he can't fully appreciate his need for a Savior. In fact, it's usually not until a person learns to see his sin the way God sees it that he is able to truly repent and believe.
That was the case for the Samaritan woman at the well in John 4. In verse 15, she seems ready to receive the benefits of the living water Jesus mercifully offered her. But Christ knew the true state of her heart and the sin she harbored. He graciously yet directly exposed her sin with a simple, abrupt command:
He said to her, "Go, call your husband and come here." The woman answered and said, "I have no husband." Jesus said to her, "You have correctly said, 'I have no husband'; for you have had five husbands, and the one whom you now have is not your husband; this you have said truly." (John 4:16-18)
He said to her, "Go, call your husband and come here." The woman answered and said, "I have no husband." Jesus said to her, "You have correctly said, 'I have no husband'; for you have had five husbands, and the one whom you now have is not your husband; this you have said truly." (John 4:16-18)
Samaritans practiced a distorted, corrupted version of Judaism (we'll look closer at their religious system next time). But they did accept the Pentateuch, so this woman would have been aware of God's commandment against adultery (Exodus 20:14) and that the penalty for adulterers was death. Moreover, she would have inherently known she was living a sinful lifestyle (Romans 2:14-15). And as we've previously discussed, her pattern of immorality had made her an outcast within her own community.
But it's not until she sees her sin in relation to the merciful blessings of God that she begins to understand its full weight. And it's here that the nature and content of their conversation radically shifts. There's no more talk of mercy, satisfaction, and blessing. This initially indifferent, ignorant, careless sinner has had her wretched immorality laid bare, and she must be brought to conviction and repentance over her condition before she can enjoy the living water Christ has offered.
It's wonderful to present to the sinner all the glories of the gospel—all the soul-satisfying blessings of an eternity in the intimate presence of God. But it's not enough to stop there. If all you do is spill out the tremendous benefits of knowing God and then ask for a response, you're likely to lead him to a false conversion, deceiving him about the true nature of his heart.
It's critical to bring the sinner face to face with the guilt of his sin—to lead him to measure himself against the holy law of God and feel the weight of divine judgment on his corrupt life. How else will he ever come to true repentance and faith?
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Thank you for this Dr. MacArthur. I have seen much evangelism done where the person is simply offered a better life of fulfillment and no mention of sin and wrath from a holy God against sin. This definitely leads to the seed that dies away when the worries of this world choke it out. I admire your post greatly as it is very true that when evangelizing I must share the Biblical truth to the sinner of how holy God is and how wicked they are before a holy and just God who must punish their sins. I am reminded of Jesus' words to Simon the Pharisee in Luke 7:36-50 where the woman was continually weeping and wiping Jesus' feet. Jesus said this woman was indeed a sinner, and her sins were many, but she knew how wicked she was compared to a holy Son of God. This drove her to tears and worship of Jesus over this. Thank you again Dr. MacArthur for reminding me that sinners must hear of God's mercy but equally know the truth of who they are (sinful and wretched) before God (holy and righteous).
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My desire to witness to others has been high, but, there was a part missing that I did not understand. That part is the need to talk about repenting of sins. During my studying with GTY I have felt a great need to confess my sins and felt the heavy weight of them.It was as if I had never been faced with them before. I have confessed and continue to confess any sins that I commit now. I have peace now about my salvation. I am eager to learn more about witnessing in the true way. I have had to unlearning many untruths.Thank you for this much needed study.
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I have been reading a book given to me by a friend. The book is "Destined to Reign", by Joseph Prince. Prince says that the "Law" always condemns and keeps men away from God and we never again have to deal with guilt or sin because of the cross. Apparently I am a sinner because of Adam, it's all his fault and I have no responsibility in this. This stuff is great, no sin, no responsibility, no judgment!!
This is a very important subject and I am thankful that it is being addressed. I work have been working in children's ministry for many years and have seen many gospel and salvation invitations. Many if not most do not confront sin head on. This is why when I have the opportunity to lead a child in a prayer for salvation I always first ask them about what sin is and have them ask the Lord to forgive them of their specific known sins and then to ask for salvation and to make a commitment to following the Lord. I have turned quite a few kids away because they are totally unaware of their sin and cannot even provide one example of sin in their own life. Some parents have been upset by my action in stopping their child from participating in the sinner's prayer in this situation, but I don't let it bother me. In much of the curriculum today for kids there is an emphasis on having the child believe this set of facts: "Jesus died on the cross for your sins and if you believe that and ask Him in your heart you saved." The authors of some curriculum also promote the idea of exercising a tiny mustard seed of faith as all it takes to get saved and then you spend the rest of your life growing your faith. Does GTY have available training resources for teachers in children ministries that helps teachers to get the child evangelism right to prevent false conversion?
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Apparently, Stoneburner and Mewhort were arrested for "obstructing official business."
Basically they ran from police who wanted to question them for peeing between some bushes. Or something like that.
I'm sure we'll get the full story later this weekend on the Outside the Lines segment I'm sure ESPN is producing about this.
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Philippines national carrier Philippine Airlines (PAL) signed an in-flight connectivity deal with OnAir, to launch GSM and Wi-Fi service later this year.
The airline will retrofit its fleet of Airbus A330s and Boeing 777-300ERs with Mobile OnAir and Internet OnAir in May, followed by the global GSM and Wi-Fi service later this year. OnAir's mobile service enables voice communications, SMS and mobile data usage after takeoff and before landing.
In-flight connectivity is becoming "an absolute requirement" for airlines, according to PAL President Ramon Ang. Airlines are starting to diversify their business models regarding distribution of cabin connectivity, with some carriers choosing to control distribution and pricing of the service while others allow the in-flight service providers to determine how the service is provided.
PAL will be the first airline based in the Philippines to provide both GSM and Wi-Fi service for its passengers.
"When both GSM and Wi-Fi are available, over 80% of passengers use GSM," said Ian Dawkins, CEO of OnAir. "People typically use the Wi-Fi for business. It is more suitable for heavier email and Internet usage. We give passengers the choice."
Dawkins recently participated in a panel discussion regarding the changes in the relationship between in-flight connectivity providers and airlines that have occurred in recent years, agreeing with fellow panelists that the business model will continue to evolve over the next decade.
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Over a hot charcoal grill cook shortrib until charred slightly, but medium rare. Remove from grill and keep warm. Warm flour tortillas on grill until soft. Place a dollop of kimchi aioli in center of tortilla. Top with a couple slices of rib meat and then garnish with some of the kimchi.
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16 June 1997 - Mr. Chairman, Ministers, Ladies and Gentlemen.
The United Nations Environment Programme was established in 1972 to serve as a focal point for environmental action and co-ordination within the United Nations system. Through its various programmes, UNEP addresses assessment, management and policy aspects of global and regional environmental issues. UNEP maintains a keen interest in the Arctic environment and recognises its importance in a global context.
UNEP administers the secretariats of various global conventions which deal with subjects relevant to the Arctic and in particular the programmes of the AEPS. These include the Vienna Convention for the Protection of the Ozone Layer, together with the Montreal Protocol on Substances that deplete the Ozone layer, and the Convention on Biological Diversity. Other global initiatives which have regional significance for the Arctic include the Global Plan of Action for the Protection of the Marine Environment from Land-Based Activities, and the work to establish a Negotiating Committee to initiate work on a global instrument whose aim is to reduce and eliminate the release of Persistent Organics.
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Much of UNEP's support to the AEPS process has been achieved through the activities of our GRID office in Arendal, Norway which has contributed to the work of AMAP, CAFF and PAME. This work has involved the collection, analysis and presentation of data and information. Many of the products produced from these programmes can be downloaded and used from GRID-Arendal's Internet site. GRID-Arendal continues to host CAFF and AMAP's homepages.
UNEP would like to recognise and thank the Norwegian government for its support to the activities of GRID-Arendal. A continuation of this arrangement will ensure GRID-Arendal's on-going support to the various working groups within the Arctic Council and will help to maintain a link between Arctic and global environmental issues.
The working groups of the AEPS have produced a vast quantity of information, some of which has been presented to Ministers at this meeting. This work has consumed a considerable amount of time and effort and UNEP would like to encourage Ministers to maximise this work by allocating suitable resources to ensure this information is communicated effectively to all necessary groups. To this end, UNEP has contributed to the production of AMAP's State of the Arctic Environment Report, and will finance the production of an Internet version of the report. It is anticipated that this product will be released this Autumn. UNEP believes in the importance of disseminating this and other information produced through the AEPS process to a wider audience within and outside the Arctic region. A range of groups will benefit from the message of AMAP including decision-makers, scientists, school children and students and especially those inhabitants of the Arctic whose very livelihoods are affected by the levels of pollution identified in this new report. Traditional ways of communication should be used while new methods will need to be found. We should all beware of complacency when it comes to raising awareness at all levels.
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John moved to Amarillo in May 1992 from Denver, Colorado where he received his degree in meteorology. While in Denver, John was a student member of the American Meteorological Society, serving on the student staff operations for the Ninth Conference on Numerical Weather Prediction in October 1991. John went on to receive the AMS Seal of Approval for Television Weathercasting in 1994.
Prior to his position at KAMR Local 4 News and Fox 14 News, Harris served as Morning and Weekend Meteorologist for another Amarillo station from 1992-2008.
John has received two degrees: B.S. in Business Marketing, Southwestern Oklahoma State University, 1985, and a Bachelors of Science Degree in Meteorology from Metropolitan State College of Denver, 1992.
Practicing meteorology in the Texas Panhandle for over 20 years, John knows, and respects the diversity of weather that can occur at any one moment! While loving the beautiful sunsets of summer, and the whipped up snow drifts from a picturesque winter scene, John has also witnessed first hand, the horrific damage of an F-5 tornado, and the sickening heartbreak it can bring to a town in a matter of moments. Folks of the viewing area can rest assured, if dangerous weather occurs, John and his team will be on TV 24/7 to provide timely and accurate weather bulletins.
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I recently went to China for the first time. While I was in Hangzhou, I bought a small amount of Bi Luo Chun, and although I have heard stories of Westerners getting ripped off by shady tea dealers, I couldn't simply return from China without any tea at all.
So I opened the packet this morning. The dry leaves smelled like not much at all, though I remember them being fragrant in the store. However, after the first steeping, the tea and the wet leaves both carried a very distinct smell of... cigarette smoke I gave the leaves a few more steepings, hoping the, uh, aroma would wear off, but no luck so far.
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LARAMIE, Wyo. – A fund has been established to defray medical costs for Michael Martinez, a former University of Wyoming wrestler.
Martinez suffered second- and third-degree burns over 80 percent of his body during a fire at his home in recent weeks. He extinguished the flames and drove himself to medical care and was then life-flighted to a hospital in Albuquerque, N.M., for treatment. After spending three weeks in the burn center, he is home in Pagosa Springs, Colo., to continue his recovery.
A three-time conference champion (2009-11) and four-time NCAA qualifier from 2009-12 for the Cowboys, Martinez concluded his Wyoming career last spring with 116 wins, No. 9 in UW history. He was a member of three NCAA West Regional tournament title teams.
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The voice of WIRD
I've always liked the word mellifluous, even before I knew what it meant.
Its definition is "sweet and smooth-sounding," and its roots are Latin: mellis – honey; and fluere – to flow.
I don't know when I first heard the word, but whenever I hear it now I think of Neil Drew, who passed away this week.
At one point in my life Neil Drew was The Voice of WIRD, and I knew his voice as well as anyone's.
1962 – The Magical Year
It was all happening in the spring of 1962 … and so was I. I was 15, undergoing that mysterious transformation from post-kiddie to young adult. Things were changing fast, and what had previously fascinated me, now bored me to tears. Comic books, BB guns and the Johnson-Smith catalogue were insults to my newfound maturity. Instead, I'd become interested in sports cars, big city life, and sophisticated literature (my favorites being True, Saga and Argosy).
Likewise, my musical tastes underwent a change for the better. This was due to two things.
One was a radio given to me by my Uncle Irving. It was old when I got it, a turquoise-green G.E. "portable." I put portable in quotation marks because, today when we can hold a computer in the palm of our hand, portable means something entirely different. But back in the stone age of electronics, my "portable" radio was as big and heavy as a volume of the Encyclopedia Britannica. Moreover, to keep it in batteries for few days would've doomed me to indentured servitude.
Luckily, my radio could be plugged in, and thus it became my agent of freedom. With my radio I could now chill in the privacy of my room and groove on tunes to my heart's content. This was no small deal: I loved music but had no phonograph, so the only music I could hear was on the radio. And until the magical spring of '62, the only station I listened to was WNBZ.
Of course I listened to WNBZ because it was the only station I could listen to, because it was the only station around. I'd grown up with WNBZ and then had outgrown it. The music was granny stuff, not something that could appeal to someone like me, a nascent hipster who was only a few years away from becoming a serious coffee drinker and a devoted reader of The Playboy Advisor.
What tunes did WNBZ play? As far as I was concerned, they were all hopelessly square. First, there were brother groups – The Ames Brothers, The Mills Brothers, The Blackwood Brothers. Then there were sister groups The Andrews Sisters, The Lennon Sisters, The Boswell Sisters. And after that was a random assortment, their only common trait being they were all lame-o schlockmeisters. Among them were Arthur Godfrey, Teresa Brewer, Ray Conniff, Mitch Miller, and the lamest of the lame – Eddie Fisher and his trilling schmaltz.
But WIRD was something else. To me, it was like 1,000 Roman candles exploding in the midnight sky. Suddenly I was exposed to genres I'd never heard, like jazz, soul and folk. With jazz, there were Duke Ellington, Ella Fitzgerald, Tony Bennett and Dave Brubeck. As for soul? The only one I remember is Ray Charles. Among the folk music they played was stuff by the Brothers Four, and the Kingston Trio, and Burl Ives (I can still hear him singing Mr. In-Between).
And accompanying the music was Neil Drew and his velvet voice.
On the air and off my game
I only met him once. It was that magical 1962 spring, right at the end of school. The weather was warming up, and I was in my room. WIRD's music was in the background as I pored over a True magazine article, "My Escape from an Algerian Prison Camp."
Suddenly, a voice on the radio caught my attention. It was Neil and he was announcing a contest they ran from time to time. The DJ could broadcast from his car so he'd pick some spot in Saranac Lake or Lake Placid, announce his location on the air, and whoever found him got to take a one-question quiz. I've no idea now what the prizes were, but to a 15 year-old, they sounded downright sultanic.
So there I was, listening for all I was worth, when Neil announced the location – at the bottom of Maryland Avenue in My Home Town.
Holy Kamoly, that was right in my backyard!
I tore down the stairs and sprinted out to Maryland Avenue, where a car was parked. In it was Neil Drew. I was immediately impressed with how handsome and sophisticated he looked, what with his natty clothes, his full head of well-coiffed hair, and the cigarette in his hand. I was also impressed by how old he was – I mean, he was a 100 percent grown-up, as I'd expected a media star would be. When I read his obit, I realized he was actually 22 at that time, but to a 15 year-old, 22 was elderly, if not ancient.
As for the contest? I think I might've known the answer, but on the spot, under all that pressure, I folded and flubbed it. I was, however, consoled by my 15 seconds of fame.
Over the next 50 years, I saw Neil hundreds, maybe even thousands of times. But not having been introduced, we never spoke, only nodded and said hello, as any small town person does to anyone. Yet his voice was always so familiar to me, I only had to pause a moment and I could recall it perfectly.
An odd thing to think of: In one way, I knew Neil perfectly; in every other way, I didn't know him at all.
Then again, when I think about it some more, the same can probably be said about almost everyone.


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There are many treats that claim efficacy against plaque and tartar. The Veterinary Oral Health Council (VOHC) Seal of Acceptance (www.vohc.org) has a list of approved foods and dental treats that can help pet owners distinguish which products are actually scientifically proven to reduce plaque and tartar buildup in your dog.


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Looking for a single puerh that has smoky/fruity taste and as little astringency as possible to drink once in a while between japanese green teas. Looking for something not too expensive. Any suggestions? Too big choice of puerh available to select almost without any knowledge.
Probably most what i enjoyed from what i've tried was quite cheap raw puerh, Big Snow Mountain Wild Old Tree, 2007. Seems it was some "no name" puerh, so can't really get it again.


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Countdown to the Sochi 2014 Paralympic Winter Games
Set your clock.
The countdown to the Sochi 2014 Paralympic Winter Games is officially underway with Oct. 23, 2012, marking 500 days until the Games' Opening Ceremony. The competition, set for March 7-16, 2014, is expected to draw 700 athletes from 45 countries.
"I'm very excited for what promises to be a landmark Paralympic Winter Games in Sochi," said Sir Philip Craven, the president of the International Paralympic Committee. "Sports-wise they will be the biggest Games yet, with the inclusion of para-snowboard in the alpine skiing programme, however it is some of the work away from the sporting action that has left me most impressed.
"What the [Sochi 2014] Organizing Committee has done in creating a barrier-free environment in Sochi is fantastic and something that should act as a blueprint not just for the whole of Russia but for all other cities interested in staging the Paralympic Games.
"I visited the city earlier this year and was really impressed at what I saw. I believe the Games in Sochi will be unique due to the geographical locations but am confident that what is delivered there will continue the momentum the Paralympic Movement has enjoyed in recent years."
Following the largest Games ever staged, with more than 4,200 competing at the London 2012 Paralympic Games, Sochi figures to be bigger than the last Paralympic Winter Games, held March 12-21, 2010, in Vancouver, Canada. The 2010 Games featured 506 athletes from 44 nations competing in 64 medal events.
In Sochi, 72 medal events will be contested with 216 medals up for grabs in the sports of alpine skiing, biathlon, cross country skiing, sled hockey and wheelchair curling. New to the Paralympic Winter Games programme for 2014, snowboard cross will be contested as an alpine skiing discipline.
Prep for Sochi with these winter sport stats:
Alpine skiing
Alpine skiing events take place each day of the Sochi 2014 Paralympic Winter Games. The skiing competitions are held at Rosa Khutor Alpine Resort, which holds 18,000 spectators, while snowboarding will be held at Freestyle Skiing and Snowboard Park. The snowboard venue has a capacity of 8,000.
At the Vancouver 2010 Paralympic Winter Games, Team USA was represented by 24 athletes and three guides, who combined for 11 medals (three golds, five silvers and three bronzes). Alana Nichols of Farmington, N.M., led the overall Team USA medal haul with two golds, one silver and one bronze, a feat she hopes to accomplish again on the slopes of Sochi. Both Stephani Victor (Park City, Utah) and Danelle Umstead (Park City, Utah), with guide and husband Rob Umstead, are also hopefuls for 2014. Victor won three medals in Vancouver, and Umstead won two.
Team USA made the World Cup podium 39 times last season, with the United States capturing the overall Nations Cup. Nichols led the Americans with 10 World Cup medals while Stephens and Umstead won nine medals each. Tyler Walker (Franconia, N.H.) finished the season with four World Cup medals.
The event to watch in the lead-up to the Paralympic Winter Games is the IPC World Championships, Feb. 18-27, in La Molina, Spain. The World Cup Finals for alpine are March 7-12 in Sochi.
In the snowboard cross competition, Team USA looks to Evan Strong (Maui, Hawaii) among a talented group of male competitors. He's won boardercross in the Winter X Games twice. Last February in France, he won the men's standing title at the World Snowboard Federation Para-Snowboard World Championship.
Amy Purdy (Summit Co., Colo.), a leader among the American women, has held the world's No. 1 ranking.
Two biathletes have established themselves as athletes to watch on the Road to Sochi. On the opening day of competition at the Vancouver Games, Andy Soule (Pearland, Texas), ret. Army, won the bronze medal in men's 2.4 km sitting pursuit, becoming the first American biathlete to medal in either the Olympic or the Paralympic Winter Games. He also placed fourth in the men's 12.4 km, a placement he'd like to better in Sochi.
Last winter, in just his second season with the program, Navy Lieutenant Dan Cnossen (Jamestown, Mich.) was the top performer internationally for Team USA garnering multiple top-10 results in biathlon and cross country events. The Sochi Games would be his first.
Kelly Underkofler (St. Paul, Minn.), a three-time U.S. Paralympian who finished ninth in her Vancouver events, also has her eyes on Sochi after being named to the 2012-13 U.S. Paralympics Nordic Skiing National Team.
The 2012-13 Nordic season includes the IPC World Championships and the World Cup circuit. The World Cup finishes with test event in Sochi at the site of the 2014 Paralympic Winter Games. At the 2014 Games, biathletes will compete March 7-12, at the Biathlon and Ski Complex, a venue for 16,000 spectators.
Cross country skiing
Following three Top 10 finishes in Vancouver, Sean Halsted (Spokane, Wash./Twin Lakes, Idaho), retired U.S. Air Force, is still in the mix for Sochi, as he recently secured a spot on the 2012-13 U.S. Paralympics Nordic Skiing National Team. Halsted competed on the World Cup circuit last season.
Other athletes to watch include Soule, who competed in three cross country races in Vancouver, and newcomers Eric Frazier (Maple Hill, N.C.), ret. U.S. Marines, and Jeremy Wagner (Honolulu, Hawaii), ret. U.S. Army, both who have yet to make a U.S. Paralympic Team.
Underkofler placed in the Top 10 in two cross country races in Vancouver.
Athletes will compete at the World Championship and on the World Cup circuit this season.
In Sochi, cross country skiing will take place each day of the Games at the Biathlon and Ski Complex.
Sled hockey
In Sochi, sled hockey games will take place March 7-15, 2014, at the 7,000 seat Shayba Arena.
On the Road to Sochi, the U.S. sled hockey team will be led by defenseman Taylor Chace (Hampton Falls, N.H.), goalkeeper Steve Cash (Overland, Mo.) and forward Alexi Salamone (Grand Island, N.Y.), all three of whom made the All-Tournament Team when the United States won gold at the 2012 IPC Ice Sledge Hockey World Championships in Hamar, Norway, in April.
With Team USA's 5-1 defeat of Korea at worlds, which marked a second consecutive world title win for Team USA, the United States has now finished first at the last three major international tournaments. The team also captured the gold at the Vancouver 2010 Paralympic Winter Games.
Cash, a member of the team since 2005, played a vital role in the most recent worlds, notching a 92 save percentage for the winners. Salamone and Taylor Lipsett (Mesquite, Texas), also named to this year's squad, worked together to anchor a powerful front line, as the pair recorded eight goals and six assists in Hamar.
In what will prove as a preview to the Sochi 2014 Paralympic Winter Games, Team USA will attempt to defend their world title at the 2013 IPC Ice Sledge Hockey World Championships in Goyang City, Korea. The competition is April 12-20, 2013.
Wheelchair curling
Team USA narrowly missed a medal in the wheelchair curling competition of the Vancouver 2010 Paralympic Winter Games, finishing fourth overall. A good test of how the team might fare in 2014 comes Feb. 16-23, 2013, in Sochi at the 2013 World Wheelchair Curling Championship.
Following a three day tryout competition that wrapped up Oct. 21 in Madison, Wis., 2010 U.S. Paralympians Jimmy Joseph (New Hartford, N.Y.) and Patrick McDonald (Madison, Wis.) made the cut for the world team along with Penny Greely (Green Bay, Wis.), Meghan Lino (East Falmouth, Mass.) and David Palmer (Mashpee, Mass.). While Greely was on the past two world teams and Palmer competed for Team USA in 2012, 28-year-old Lino is making her debut with the national team.
Members of the 2013 world team will be given top consideration to be nominated by USA Curling to the 2014 U.S. Paralympic Team. The five person roster for the Paralympic Winter Games will be named in December 2013.
Team USA finished fifth at last year's world event.
At the 2014 Games, wheelchair curling takes place March 7-15 in the Olympic Curling Centre, a venue of 3,000.


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Dragging my old post thread back from the dead. Thought I'd post the current state of my bakes. I'm still using the same (very) low temp home oven, but I'm now supplementing it with a small counter-top pizza oven. The counter top oven does a good job of cooking the underside so I start the bake there for a minute or so until I see a bit of charring on the underside, and then transfer to the regular oven where I have the top element set to full, the stone on the top rack, and have figured out a few little tricks to get the element to come on when I need it.The result is getting me a lot closer to what I'd like - although this particular pie had barely a touch of underside charring, usually I go for a little more. The speed of the bakes has reduced a lot and the texture of the crust is worlds better than when I was just using the regular oven alone.
I'll work on the fermentation too - I'm admittedly pretty haphazard, and often fall back on a basic same-day procedure without giving it much thought. I'll try some 24 hour cold ferments and see how that affects the charring.


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Welcome one and all to a great day for TeaDay...well, isn't everyday? So, fill 'er up and share what is in your cup today, all day! Don't forget to check out what other TeaChatters are sipping today as well! If you need to, you can also reflect back on your TeaDay.
Yesterday was a slow day on the forum, so we hope you will still vote and discuss yesterday's topic!!!
Today's TeaPoll and discussion topic. I see a few new avatars lately, and time to ask, "What is the origin or significance of your avatar?" Please also share with us how or why you chose your TeaChat avatar. If you do not have an avatar, seek some inspiration here today.
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The holiday season abounds with wonderful theatrical and music performances, yuletide events and all-around merriment. You can easily get overwhelmed with all the holiday-themed events taking place now through New Years. Fret not! We've got you covered. Below are our best bets, our holiday hit list. Now all you have to worry about is not overcooking the turkey and picking out the perfect gift for your mother-in-law. Time to break out the eggnog.
Now through December 2, the Lake Worth Playhouse invites you to travel back to the era of radio. The 1940's Radio Hour, a play by Walton Jones, chronicles the last yuletide broadcast of the Mutual Manhattan Variety Cavalcade. If you've never attended a production that gives you a peek behind the scenes of a radio broadcast, The 1940's Radio Hour is a must. Not only will the era-specific music put you in the holiday mood, but the humorous backstage antics will have you giggling under the mistletoe.
The weekend following Thanksgiving, after your stomach has settled and you've slept off the tryptophan, stop by the 13th Annual Downtown Delray Beach Thanksgiving Weekend Art Festival. On both November 24 and 25, Downtown Delray will be decked to the nines with amazing artwork, including photography, painting, mixed media and jewelry. Saturday November 24 is the nationally recognized small business Saturday, so feed your funds into your local economy and give a gift of handmade artistry.
Tree lightings are the perfect kick off to the holiday season. For the historically minded, join the Flagler Museum on December 2. The youngest descendants of Mr. Flagler will light the 16-foot-tall Grand Hall Tree. The tree will be decorated in a style Flagler would be familiar with, including Gilded Age-inspired ornaments. Children will be gifted a free box of animal crackers, a popular snack first introduced in the Gilded Age. For a more casual lighting experience, attend the Clematis by Night Holiday Tree Lighting on December 6. Don't come expecting a traditional tree. A 35-foot-tall sand tree (made from 400 tons of sand) will take center stage, as it comes alive with real lights. Additional sand sculptures and live music will augment the holiday cheer.
It wouldn't be Christmas time without a wave of Nutcracker performances. The Moscow Classical Ballet's performance at the Kravis Center (Dec. 13 to 15) promises to be the biggest and most traditional take on Tchaikovsky's tale, but there are a number of smaller productions coming to Palm Beach county as well. The Duncan Theatre will host Dance Alive National Ballet on the night of December 7. If you're experiencing a Christmas hangover on December 26, you can catch The State Ballet Theatre of Russia at Sunrise Theatre. For a new take on the ballet classic, check out The Nutcracker: In Swing Time! at the Riverside Theatre from December 10 to 12. Your kids will go gaga for the fun jazz score and the familiar story.
The Santaland Diaries, a one-elf show, has become a holiday standard for theater companies. However, this hilarious account of one man's time as a Macy's department store elf is anything but standard. Adapted from the essay by David Sedaris, The Santaland Diaries holds all the jolly charm of Santa plus the sass of Mrs. Claus. Parade Productions' rendition, which runs from December 13 through 23, is perfect for adults though not so for children. if you want to get a taste of Sedaris' humor, take a listen to The Santaland Diaries on NPR's This American Life.
Finally, top off 2012 with some laughs. Spend your New Year's Eve chuckling with the Capitol Steps at the Maltz Jupiter Theatre. A political satire group, Capitol Steps pokes fun at all aspects of the political sphere. No party is safe, no network pundit left unmocked. A casual romp with the politics of democracy is the perfect way to end this crazy election year, as well as the holiday season.


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'Fashion Star's Oscar Fierro teaming up with 'Project Runway's James Martinez in show
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Update at 5:25 p.m. Tickets must be purchased in advance at runway2013.eventbrite.com, according to Oscar Fierro.
Original post: Fashion fans, take note. Season 1 Fashion Star contestant Oscar Fierro is teaming up with Season 11 Project Runway contestant and Dallas native James Martinez to present a runway show featuring their latest designs.
Fierro is working on presenting the event at 7 p.m. March 13 at the Belo Mansion. The show is expected to spotlight five other (mostly) local designers opening for the two reality-star TV contestants, including Elia De Leon, Shawn Laurence, Alice Stella Kelsey, Mario Alberto Gallegos and Andre Terry.
"It's going to be a really interesting mix," Fierro said. Sashaying down the catwalk will be denim, ready-to-wear, evening gowns among other designs. Audience members will have a chance to order at the show.
"If you're a size 4, you're in good luck because you're going to be able to buy it right off the model," he said.


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A few years ago at NI Week one of the presenters told the Dr Crippen story. It fascinated the audience. I meant to write about it then but just got busy and forgot but always remembered the story.
Finally I had time and started researching it last week. Turns out there have been a few movies and documentaries about the Dr Crippen story and a book, Thunderstruck, written a few years ago. I read the book, and other articles and websites, and it occurred to me to check to see if it was same radio on Titanic. It was, so I tied it all together.


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CBS topped Wednesday despite a series low from CSI.The long-running procedural drew 9.5 million viewers and a 2.2 in the adults 18-to-49 demographic, down four-tenths from its last new episode two weeks ago. Lead-ins Survivor (10.2 million, 2.8) and Criminal Minds (12 million, 3.1) were down and up, respectively.Has your favorite show been canceled?ABC, the usual Wednesday victor, saw its comedies hit season or series lows. Barbara Walters Presents the 10 Most Fascinating People of 2012 (7.6 million, 2.1) was also down from last year's broadcast.Fox's The X Factor (7.7 million, 2.6) dropped two-tenths.On NBC, Whitney (3.7 million, 1.4) was the only show to see a gain, rising one-tenth from last week.8 p.m.CBS: Survivor 10.2 million viewers (2.8 demo rating) ABC: The Middle 7.5 million (2.2); The Neighbors 5.5 million (1.6)NBC: Whitney 3.7 million (1.4); Guys with Kids (R) 2.7 million (1.0)Fox: The X Factor 7.7 million (2.8) [8-10 p.m.]CW: Arrow 3.1 million (1.0)9 p.m.CBS: Criminal Minds 12 million (3.1)ABC: Modern Family 10.8 million (4.2); Barbara Walters Presents the 10 Most Fascinating People of 2012 7.6 million (2.1) [9:30-11 p.m.]NBC: Take It All 3.4 million (1.1)CW: The Victoria's Secret Fashion Show (R) 1.6 million (0.7)10 p.m.CBS: CSI: Crime Scene Investigation 9.5 million (2.2)NBC: Chicago Fire 4.8 million (1.4)
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Collection: World War Two Newsmaps
Newsmap. Monday, May 18, 1942 : week of May 8 to May 15
Date: May 18, 1942
Creator: [United States]. Army Orientation Course
Description: Text describes action on various war fronts: Jap advance lines cut -- U.S. bombers in India -- Jap defeat in China -- Tribute to team work -- Tokyo raid confirmed -- Axis attack forecast -- Subs in St. Lawrence -- Plan relief corps -- WAAC bill passes -- State laws 'brake' war -- Deal at Martinique -- Raid Jap settlements -- Peru's president here -- Freight by plane -- Gas rationing starts -- Indies fliers here -- British announce war casualties -- R.A.F. pushes attacks -- Gort to Malta command -- Mission to Africa -- Spring offensive on -- Norway plant wrecked. Large world map is keyed to text and illustrates time zones around the world. Inset map shows German and Russian advances near the Black Sea. Includes photographs: Lt. Gen. Stillwell -- Vice Pres. Wallace -- Lt. Gen. Somervell -- New bombs piled underground awaiting delivery -- Lord Gort -- Russian troop answer the Nazi assault -- British troops practice street fighting tactics. Includes 1 cartoon.
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Newsmap for the Armed Forces : Moscow conference decisions
Date: January 7, 1946
Creator: [United States.] Army Information Branch
Description: Front: Text describes 5 Moscow conference decisions. Maps: Moscow conference decisions as reflected on the global map. Includes photograph of Ernest Bevin (Britain), V. M. Molotov (Russia) and James F. Byrnes (U.S.) Back: Reenlistment. List of reasons to reenlist. Charts of income and retirement income for enlisted classes.
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Its limited to a few states only and might be a pretty cool thing. Thought I might share it here
cpx and psp team up
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Wish I still played in WI, I'd totally get my guys together to start playing some PSP Feeder Leagues..
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New York Power Authority and Waddington Officials Dedicate Renovations to Whittaker Park
Carol Simpson
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August 19, 2005
MASSENA—Al Schriver, regional manager, Northern New York, New York Power Authority (NYPA), today joined with Liz Phillips, mayor, Village of Waddington, Russ Strait, recreation director, Town and Village of Waddington, and other local officials to formally dedicate the newly renovated facilities for Whittaker Park. The renovations were completed late this spring in time for the village's summer season.
"As part of the many responsibilities that came with the new license for the St. Lawrence Project, the Power Authority is dedicated to restoring the recreational areas within the project boundaries, like Whittaker Park," said Schriver. "We understand the value and enjoyment these park improvements bring to the North Country, as our families, too, share in the special times they inspire."
"The Village of Waddington is thrilled to have once again worked with the Power Authority and to express our gratitude for their efforts to improve Whittaker Park," said Mayor Phillips. "We believe many hours of good, old-fashioned fun will come from these improvements to create happy memories for all Village families."
Facilities at Whittaker Park were completely rehabilitated and/or replaced by J.E. Sheehan Contracting Corp. of Potsdam with subcontractors including Burns Bros (Potsdam), S&L Electric (Colton), Grasse River Asphalt & Paving (Canton), Parker Line Striping (Dekalb), Butler Fence North, Inc (Watertown), and Scott Painting (Alex Bay). The improvements were designed by C&S Engineers located in Syracuse. Among the subcontractors working with C&S Engineers were Reimann-Buechner (Syracuse) and N.K. Bhandari (Syracuse). Bernier, Carr & Associates (Watertown) served as construction manager.
At Whittaker Park, the complete rehabilitation of its facilities included replacing most Park attractions, most notably, all recreation fields, tennis court fencing, and a new subsurface drainage system for the baseball field which also received a new graded playing surface. All playground equipment was replaced with new equipment and play surfaces that are handicapped-accessible and meet the requirements of the American with Disabilities Act (ADA). New restroom facilities were built and older facilities were replaced with new structures and fixtures with all facilities to be ADA-compliant. A floating dock, paved walkway and information kiosk have also been added along with a wider entrance driveway, new signs and a variety of other projects.
The new 50-year license for the St. Lawrence Project was awarded to the Power Authority by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) in late 2003. As part of the new license, the Power Authority is required to refurbish existing recreational facilities and build new ones. In December 2003, NYPA trustees authorized expenditures totaling about $170 million—including the costs of recreational facilities—to comply with the new license. In 2004, FERC approved the recreation plan.
Whittaker Park, located in the Village of Waddington, is operated by the village under an annual maintenance agreement with the Power Authority.
Every 12 years during the term of the new license, NYPA will prepare and file with FERC a report on the adequacy of the recreational facilities associated with the power project in consultation with the towns within the project boundary and other area organizations.


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 As I listened to Jonathan Greenblatt's discussion of
As I listened to Jonathan Greenblatt's discussion of his work and his "mission", I was left feeling like I had been listening to a manicured and "field-tested" public relations release from a Madison Avenue shop.
The bottom line is that this "economic model" depends on consumerism, materialism, and the irrational use of resources to meet its goals. Is it any wonder that the developing world demands that the US "get out of the way" in our unhelpful and obstructionist refusal to deal with our own contribution to global environmental problems? With less than 5% of the world's population, we consume at least 85% (it may even be more by now) of the world's resources. Is there no limit to our selfishness and solipsism? No amount of Madison Avenue sloganeering and jingoism and economic jargon can whitewash (or "green wash", as Krista pointed out) these basic truths.
I was left with more questions that I wish Krista had asked Greenblatt. For example, how is what he does different from the system of philanthropy we have now, where rich companies (grown rich on consumerism) set up foundations to carry out missions of global aid? Surely Greenblatt and others of his economic persuasion derive tax benefits, just as any foundation does, from their donations, stingy as they are (Starbucks donates 5 cents per bottle? Does that measly 4% merit an award, especially if these projects are as life-changing for the recipients as he claims?)
Why can't the projects Greenblatt describes be done without depending on consumerism? He conflates two different concepts: the rightness of the proposition that projects need to be done because people in the world are not enjoying the basic human rights of "life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness", is a separate issue from how they are financed. His "economic model" causes "consumers", as he so often named his "market", to feel AS IF they are "doing good" by continuing to irrationally consume commodities and resources, and provides a salve and justification for our unsustainable behavior that benefits only the capitalist economic engine of the first world and its multi-national corporations. While many "consumers" may suspect this and feel uneasy about it, Greenblatt's constant use of the mantra "doing good" is like a lullaby that lulls these fretting suspicions into oblivion. Changing the way we "do aid", whether "bottom-up' or "top-down", doesn't depend on capitalism and consumerism, but ends up sounding more like extortion than aid. Greenblatt's irrational message to the poverty-stricken and politically-oppressed people of the world is: if we don't consume, then you don't get water projects. Are they supposed to trade off the first world's increasing contributions to global warming and unsustainable waste of resources for their water projects? Are they not supposed to resent our stubbornness in the face of the ineffectiveness of global environmental summits?
I was frustrated by Greenblatt's penchant for not finishing thoughts or sentences and by the fact that Krista didn't challenge him to follow through. For example, in the discussion of cutting down trees in order to produce his magazine, he didn't explain WHY how subscriptions are financed makes any difference. Whether the money goes to third-world projects or his company's bottom line, the trees are still cut down. Is his argument just too subtle for me to follow? Is this some kind of "carbon credits trading" scheme in his mind (which doesn't lead to any net decrease in pollution, by the way)?
Finally, I was hoping that Krista would ask Greenblatt for numbers and results from the projects he claimed were funded by his company. Did his company fund them 100% or was there funding from other sources? What were the outcomes? Were the projects executed and are they still working? Were they turned over to local control, with training and appropriate technology transfer? Does his company have publicly-available annual reports? How many people have been pulled out of poverty as a result of his projects? How has the health status of the communities improved?

Anne- Two thoughts, the first from a bumper sticker I
Anne- Two thoughts, the first from a bumper sticker I spied a while back, the second from an old and widely read book of practical wisdom; "Where am I going and what am I doing in a handbasket?", and "Despise not, the day of small beginnings.".

Krista, I hope the IKEA trip went well. I got up to my
Krista, I hope the IKEA trip went well. I got up to my cabin in Pennsylvania and had a great couple of days myself, reading and writing. I finished reading your book (took lots of notes), Nikolai Grozni's "Turtle Feet: the making and unmaking of a Buddhist monk' (have you read it?) and Michael Lewis's "Moneyball." (In Bethel seminary I appropriated the phrase "recreational reading" to describe the aching need many of us had to read something other than religious books. "Moneyball" certainly qualifies as being off target in seminary.)
I have a question for you. What was it that made you want to go to Yale Divinity School? It seems that you zipped from becoming disatisfied with your diplomatic career and stop off in England, to going to Yale. Were you interested in the pastorate? In church academics? To find out about your relationship with God? All of them or none of them" For myself, it was to go into the church ministry but 2 1/2 years later I found that wasn't quite what I wanted to do. So, instead of the M. Div. I wrapped up an M.A. in theological studies about six years after I left the seminary.
I enjoy listening to your show. I download it onto my iPod and listen when I have hour-long chunks of time, which doesn't seem to happen often enough. I appreciate hearing the perspective of people whose faith tradition differes so much from my own. Now, unlike Karen Armstrong's "freelancing", I find myself to be more of an ecletic with a strong (though I'm finding not an exclusive) base in Christianity. I don't remember if it was in your book or a recent broadcast, but I agree with the sentiment that "This is the truth that works for me."
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Internationally recognized DJ, electronic recording artist and producer James Lavelle is the man responsible for putting UK hip-hop on the map. The artist began throwing notorious block parties at the age of 15, founded alternative rap label Mo Wax Records by the time he was 18, and released one of electronic music's most celebrated albums—Endtoducing by DJ Shadow—before he was 23. The precocious visionary has collaborated with some of the most talented film directors, and is legendary for incorporating visual elements into his work. Most recently Lavelle put out a new album, Where Did the Night Fall, wrangling the attention of modern electronic music producers across the globe.
The Creators Project: Over the course of your career you have obviously been really interested in the visual side of things—curating a consistent and highly popular work for Mo' Wax album artwork, creating soundtracks to films, and generally making sure the visual aspect of your work is very strong. How does this inform the musical side of your work?
James Lavelle: I've always been very visually led, and film has always been one of the biggest inspirations for my music. It's a different way of working because you have a direct emotion; you have a sort of a theme—a sonic idea of what you're trying to do. Whether it's thriller and you are trying to create music that has tension, or something more futuristic that needs a futuristic sort of sound. Using the visual as a guideline, it's a lot easier to create certain kinds of tracks.
Some amazing directors have created videos to your music. Is it a collaborative effort, or do you just give them the track and let them get on with it? I like to get involved to a degree, but when you're working with really amazing people, the whole idea is that you sort of have an idea or a context of what you're trying to achieve and you want those people to go and do their thing. So generally, with videos like that, you are sort of working with them because of what they do as individuals. But it's always good to have an idea and a direction. I tend to be somewhat involved in that process.
UNKLE's latest album, Where Did the Night Fall, came out earlier this year. Did you utilize new and exciting technology? We used Logic Pro Tools to record, and we used Ableton quite a lot to rearrange samples. But we also used analog to record a lot of stuff to get a certain kind of tone, so we are always moving between different things.
One of the things many people cite when they're talking about UNKLE was your performance with the Heritage Orchestra in 2008. You'll be performing with them again this year. Explain what this collaboration is all about. The orchestra reinterprets different artists' records and has been working with contemporary bands as of late. UNKLE released this record called End Titles… in 2008, which kind of based on music that would work for film and TV. We then did a classical version of it with the Heritage Orchestra at Christmastime in 2008 at the Union Chapel. It was really an amazing, amazing night, and it was even better because we didn't have to do anything. We just turned up and it was the best musicians you could ever imagine playing onstage. You know we had like the horns in the pulpits, Warren Du Preez and Nick Thornton Jones had created this amazing light sculpture, which hung from the ceiling. It was diamond-shaped and looked like a pipe organ. So people just thought it was just, you know, this organ in the background, but then when the orchestra came on the "organ" transformed into this beautiful LED light experience that with all of this beautiful color. It was really beautiful.
We heard you were really into sci-fi films as a kid. Is that right? Yeah.
How much have those movies influenced your work? I suppose that was one the biggest kind of influences. And I think in many ways that vision has come true—some of it's good and some of it is really bad. When you travel a lot you see the influence of technology in much greater ways than you do when you are in your home base. You see how it mixes with culture, which is an amazing thing because it's caused the world to become really diverse.


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Debates of June 8th, 2009
House of Commons Hansard #70 of the 40th Parliament, 2nd Session. (The original version is on Parliament's site.) The word of the day was crime.
- Question Period
- Infrastructure
- Truth in Sentencing Act
- Justice
- Conception Bay South Monument of Honour
- Opération Enfant Soleil Fundraiser
- World Oceans Day
- Rodeo Builder
- World Oceans Day
- Food Banks
- World Oceans Day
- Income Trusts
- Quebec
- Hockey
- Leader of the Liberal Party of Canada
- Quebec Nation
- Aboriginal Affairs
- Leader of the Liberal Party of Canada
- Medical Isotopes
- Minister of Natural Resources
- The Environment
- Infrastructure
- Official Languages
- Medical Isotopes
- Product Labelling
- CBC/Radio-Canada
- Health
- Justice
- Minister of Natural Resources
- Justice
- International Trade
- The Environment
- The Economy
- Infrastructure
- Justice
- Poverty
- Infrastructure
- The Environment
- Medical Isotopes
- Presence in Gallery
- James Bay and Northern Quebec Agreement and the Northeastern Quebec Agreement
- First Nations Water and Wastewater Action Plan
- Indian Claims Commission
- Government Response to Petitions
- Committees of the House
- Employment Insurance Act
- National Infant and Child Loss Awareness Day
- Petitions
- Questions on the Order Paper
- Truth in Sentencing Act
- Protecting Victims From Sex Offenders Act
- Criminal Code
- Controlled Drugs and Substances Act
Truth in Sentencing Act
Government Orders
1:55 p.m.
Andrew Kania Brampton West, ON
Mr. Speaker, I wonder if the member would comment on two different points. First, as we all know, there are different rationales for the criminal justice system in terms of punishment, deterrence, prevention, the sorts of different reasons we send somebody to prison or punish them. Is the member aware of any studies the government has to show that the bill would actually do something positive by way of deterrence or prevention as opposed to simply focusing on punishment, and what are her views in terms of how this will impact in those two categories?
As well, are there any studies or information she is aware of in terms of the actual capacity of the system to handle these changes, whether we can afford it, whether enough money is being put in, whether this will require the building of new jails, and whether any of this has been thought about in adequate detail in consideration?
Truth in Sentencing Act
Government Orders
1:55 p.m.
Judy Wasylycia-Leis Winnipeg North, MB
Mr. Speaker, it is an important question. I do not believe the government has provided any serious statistical analysis about the impact of this legislation on reduced pressure on our remand centres and our prisons. We do know from some of the statistics gathered by provincial governments that, in fact, when it comes to remands, the national average remand count has increased by more than 85% since 1990. A review in one province found that only 43% of those on remand for less than 30 days had applied for bail and that only 8% of those on remand longer than 30 days received bail. On any given day, about half of the new remanded prisoners will never even apply for bail and will be on remand status for several months.
That gives an idea of the impact of the present system on remand. It does not give any idea of what will happen in terms of our prisons and how the bill will change that. I will say this, though, finally we have to, as many have said, think outside the box. We have to think of creative release policies. We have to think of community escort orders. We have to think of dedicated gang outreach workers. We have to think of volunteer community supervisors, and most of all, we have to think about alternatives to keep kids out of jail in the first place, because surely if we want to start anywhere, it is crime prevention when it comes to the youngest in our society so that we do not have this repeat cycle through our penal system and continuation in a life of crime. That is the solution in the long run to this very serious issue.
Truth in Sentencing Act
Government Orders
1:55 p.m.
Andrew Kania Brampton West, ON
Mr. Speaker, in terms of my friend's comments, obviously the Liberal Party agrees that it is very important that we look at the root causes of crime, not just incarcerating people and making things more difficult. Frankly, once somebody comes out of prison, it is important that they are rehabilitated, that there are a number of programs put in place in prison.
One of the problems right now in terms of capacity is people who suffer from mental health issues who are in prison, and there is a staggering statistic in Ontario alone of 37% to 39%, and people in the general populace who have addiction issues. These people need treatment when they are in prison so that when they come out they can be reintegrated into society. What is happening now is, because there is not enough capacity, we are getting situations where people are being released, not early with conditions so that they will have treatment.
I wonder what my friend thinks about these continuing problems and what really needs to be done and whether she supports this aspect.
Truth in Sentencing Act
Government Orders
2 p.m.
Judy Wasylycia-Leis Winnipeg North, MB
Mr. Speaker, let me first be clear that the New Democrats, along with the Liberals, the Bloc, and the Conservatives support the bill. We support getting rid of the two for one credit and moving toward one and a half to one. However, we also know that this will not take all the pressure off the remand system and off our prison system. We have to have programs that help people once they exit the prison system. We also have to have alternatives for those at the remand level, because to sit for a long period of time in terrible conditions without training, without supports, can only cause one to continue a life of crime. So we have to be serious about rehabilitation.
Finally, it requires a government that moves beyond this very narrow approach in terms of punishment and looks at protection and prevention at the same time.
Truth in Sentencing Act
Government Orders
2 p.m.
The Acting Speaker Barry Devolin
I interrupt proceedings at this time to proceed with statements by members. When the House returns to this matter, the hon. member for Winnipeg North will have five minutes remaining for questions and comments.
Statements By Members
2 p.m.
Devinder Shory Calgary Northeast, AB
Mr. Speaker, families in Calgary Northeast want our government to do whatever it takes to pass tough-on-crime legislation.
The Liberals routinely stall Conservative attempts to pass tough-on-crime laws, insulting Canadian victims and their families. Enough is enough. Canadians want action.
Families in Calgary Northeast are fed up with the Liberals and their lack of compassion for victims and their families. I call on the Liberals to wake up and to support Conservative tough-on-crime legislation. This is the very least that families and victims in Calgary Northeast deserve.
I want to thank Police Inspector Kevan Stuart for his past service to Calgary Northeast, and I also want to recognize and welcome his replacement, Inspector David Kotowski. I know that Calgary Northeast will continue to be well served by our brave men and women of the Calgary Police Service.
Conception Bay South Monument of Honour
Statements By Members
June 8th, 2009 / 2 p.m.
Scott Andrews Avalon, NL
Mr. Speaker, we have volunteer groups in all our ridings who volunteer thousands of hours to recognize the contribution of servicemen and servicewomen to defending our rights and freedoms.
At this time I want to congratulate the members of the Conception Bay South Monument of Honour committee for their commitment to improve and restore the original war memorial in Conception Bay South. It is a tremendous undertaking and these volunteers are making great progress, and in particular, Mr. Wayne Miller, who has been spearheading the efforts to date. I thank Mr. Miller.
The memorial has been moved to a new location in town and the committee is now focusing its efforts on beautifying the grounds and providing an atmosphere that truly reflects honour and glory. The Conception Bay South Monument of Honour committee has committed to raising $750,000 for this wonderful project.
I join the residents of Conception Bay South in saying a big thank you to the Monument of Honour committee. We are proud of their efforts and commend their dedication to this project. I wish them good luck, and I look forward to seeing them at their annual fundraising golf tournament in a couple of weeks' time.
Opération Enfant Soleil Fundraiser
Statements By Members
2 p.m.
Richard Nadeau Gatineau, QC
Mr. Speaker, on June 4 and 5, 17 students in secondary 5 at Polyvalente Nicolas-Gatineau—10 girls and 7 boys—participated in the 30-hour cyclathon to raise money for the Opération Enfant Soleil foundation.
The 30-hour cyclathon is restricted to graduating students. In order to participate they had to train hard and maintain an academic average of more than 75% in their secondary 4 and 5 classes. This is a wonderful example of youth commitment and determination.
On behalf of the Bloc Québécois, I congratulate these 17 young athletes, the organizers and trainers, including Joanie Loiseau who was in charge, on the 19th edition of the event.
Bravo to the students of Nicolas-Gatineau school.
World Oceans Day
Statements By Members
2 p.m.
Nathan Cullen Skeena—Bulkley Valley, BC
Mr. Speaker, today is World Oceans Day, a day to recommit to protect our oceans for the very air that sustains us, for the food that we use, and for the resources that drive our economy.
People of northwest British Columbia have lived in harmony with the ocean since time immemorial. Today, the Living Oceans Society is launching the Finding Coral Expedition, a deep-sea adventure of scientists in submarines to the very floor off British Columbia's northwest coast.
Our oceans must be managed sustainably. We should be planning and using science and leadership. We applaud this work and recognize that to understand the oceans is to come to respect and honour our planet for this generation and for generations to come.
Rodeo Builder
Statements By Members
2 p.m.
Earl Dreeshen Red Deer, AB
Mr. Speaker, it is my honour today to pay tribute to Jack Daines, who was honoured May 29 with an induction into the Alberta Sports Hall of Fame as a rodeo builder.
When we think of Alberta and rodeo, we think Jack Daines. He won Canadian saddle bronc titles in 1956 and 1957.
In 1961, Jack started the Daines Rodeo with the cowboy in mind. The 49th edition of the Daines pro rodeo goes this weekend. It is one of the biggest in the world. His contribution to the sport of rodeo in Canada is unsurpassed. This man is a legend.
To be inducted alongside titans in football, hockey, boxing, paralympics and athletics was a joy for Jack, but more important was joining his son Duane as a member of the Alberta Sports Hall of Fame.
It has been said Jack is Alberta's Don Cherry. I like to think Don Cherry is Canada's Jack Daines. He loves his family and his country and promotes Canada every chance he gets.
Mr. Speaker, please join me in congratulating Jack Daines for his induction into the Alberta Sports Hall of Fame.
World Oceans Day
Statements By Members
2:05 p.m.
Keith Martin Esquimalt—Juan de Fuca, BC
Mr. Speaker, climate change, overfishing and pollution are a perfect storm that is killing our oceans.
To arrest this march toward extinction, we must put a price on carbon and develop an international carbon trading system that will reduce our dependence on fossil fuels. This would put a monetary value on carbon sinks, which would help to arrest the destruction of the two lungs of our planet: Amazonia and the Congo Basin.
We must use the Oceans Act to implement a comprehensive oceans management plan that will include establishing an effective network of marine protected areas to help restore marine populations.
We must improve source control and repair storm drainage systems which will reduce pollution.
We must list endangered fish species on SARA and phase out non-biodegradable plastics that kill more than 100,000 marine mammals every year.
Our oceans are the lifeblood of our plant. Let us now use this the first UN World Oceans Day to build and implement a plan that will protect our oceans and save life on earth.
Food Banks
Statements By Members
2:05 p.m.
Ron Cannan Kelowna—Lake Country, BC
Mr. Speaker, Christmas may not be coming soon, but for some in Alberta they might be thinking differently with the snow they had this weekend. But seriously, Christmas in July is just around the corner.
The Kelowna Community Food Bank's 18th annual Christmas in July campaign serves to remind our community that the spirit of giving is needed all year round to help our less fortunate friends and neighbours. Already this year alone, the Kelowna Community Food Bank has distributed over $750,000 worth of food and products.
Through the assistance of monetary and food donations, local business partnerships, as well as the many volunteers who make the food banks run, our community food banks carry out the important work of providing families with the necessities that most of us take for granted.
Their work is even more important during these challenging economic times.
I encourage all my colleagues to bring attention to their community food banks now and throughout the year, so that they may help to dramatically improve the lives of hundreds of families within our communities.
We thank the Kelowna and Lake Country food banks, and community banks across the country, for their hard work, caring and compassion. It means so much.
World Oceans Day
Statements By Members
2:05 p.m.
Raynald Blais Gaspésie—Îles-de-la-Madeleine, QC
Mr. Speaker, June 8, 2009 is World Oceans Day. The theme "one ocean, one climate, one future" focuses on the role of oceans in regulating climate.
Little is known about our oceans. Climate change has resulted in dramatic changes, and will continue to do so, for marine life. The diversity, richness and complexity of these vast expanses of water deserve special attention considering their fragility and role in the earth's ecosystem.
Hopefully, on this day, governments will finally realize the importance of our oceans and dedicate the necessary resources to better understand the impact of global warming and climate change. It is important for this government to show leadership and actively participate in global consultations on ocean issues in order to contribute to the Copenhagen climate change conference.
World Oceans Day
Statements By Members
2:05 p.m.
Andrew Saxton North Vancouver, BC
Mr. Speaker, as we just heard, June 8 marks the first United Nations World Oceans Day. The Government of Canada strongly supports sustainable and integrated use of ocean spaces. Today, organizations and individuals around the world celebrate our oceans, our personal connection to the sea, as well as raise awareness about the crucial role the oceans play in our lives.
Coming from North Vancouver, on Canada's Pacific coast, I have spent many happy days on the ocean on board my father's boat, swimming, fishing, catching crab, and enjoying the many splendours the ocean has to offer.
Oceans regulate our climate, transport our goods, and provide us with not only food but also thousands of jobs in diverse fields. That is why it is important that our rich ocean heritage is protected and carefully managed to ensure the continual productivity and health of our ecosystems.
That is why it is important that we take time to think of what we can do to help protect our oceans.
Income Trusts
Statements By Members
2:10 p.m.
Paul Szabo Mississauga South, ON
Mr. Speaker, the Prime Minister broke his promise never to tax income trusts and imposed a 31.5% punitive tax.
He wiped out over $25 billion of retirement savings of over 2 million Canadians, particularly seniors.
He argued that pension income splitting would offset the loss, but the facts show otherwise.
In 2007, the benefit to seniors was only $163 million. As well, only 30% of seniors have qualifying pensions. If we eliminate those who have no partners or who are at the lowest tax bracket or whose partner is in the same tax bracket, then only 12% of seniors actually benefit.
The Conservatives took money from seniors with no pensions and gave a fraction of that money to high income earning seniors who have a partner with little income.
It is time for the government to be honest with seniors. It should admit its devastating mistake, apologize for misleading seniors, and repeal the punitive 31.5% tax on income trusts.


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I'm going to attempt my first Sicilian but have a few questions1. I usually preheat stove in oven for 90 minutes to 550 degrees, should I do same with Sicilian?Preheat to 450, no need to preheat for 90 minutes.2. Should I use Stone or just the Pan?Just the pan3. Par Bake for how long before toppings?Traditional Sicilian pizza is just tomatoes, oregano, Pecorino Romano & Sicilian EVOO. If you're using mozzarella, add it first & then the tomatoes etc; no need to par bake.
450? Why and where in the oven would you cook the pie? I'd like to try this.Anyway, another method worth checking out is pizza bloggers square pie. I've made great "sicilian's" this way.
Bottom rack & 450 is plently, you don't any more heat than that to bake Sicilian.


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Had one dough ball left over in the fridge and a request for a mushroom pizza. I liked this pizza. plain and simple, but full of flavor.Also, these were Baby Bella's and I did not cook the mushrooms this time around.
Emergency Dough RecipeYou might even consider putting a sign in your kitchen that reads: Dough Made Fresh Dailyhttp://www.pizzamaking.com/forum/index.php/topic,17415.msg245184.html#msg245184
With a case of Blue Moon still around, I made dough again with it two days ago. I made one of the dough balls to weigh in at 19 oz that I planned on using a 14 inch pizza pan. Unfortunately, I could not find my 14 inch pizza pan from years gone by and had to settle for a 12 inch pan that was not as good. I press out the dough with much left over. Overall, it turned out good, but I am happier with the 14 inch pizza screen.
Hi Tom, did you make decision on a Big Green Egg or similar kiln yet?I'm making your pizza dough again tonight... It is my go to dough now...thanks for posting it..Only giving it 24 hr cold rise this time as opposed to 3 days the first time... Question..... Have you ever pulled it out of the mixture and use it right away?? Just wondering....Here is the last pie with your dough recipe.. I also added a 1/4 cup of my sourdough starter to the recipe..
The 12th Can - Hilliard's Pale Ale - Seattle, WAMaking dough in time for the big game.GO HAWKSThe Beer: http://beeradvocate.com/beer/profile/26918/99545/The Dough Recipe:http://www.pizzamaking.com/forum/index.php/topic,17415.msg245184.html#msg245184


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FD street projects move forward
Portions of two streets will be rebuilt and a new trail along Kenyon Road will be constructed as a result of Fort Dodge City Council action Monday.
The council hired Wicks Construction, of Decorah, to rebuild North 23rd Street between 10th Avenue North and Elmhurst Avenue at a cost of $288,711.60. The project will yield a new 18-inch diameter storm sewer, a concrete driving surface and new curbs and gutters. The work is to be done by Aug. 1.
Other bidders for the job included Godbersen-Smith Construction, Ida Grove ($291,210.79); Jensen Builders Ltd., Fort Dodge ($304,412.58); and Hovey Construction Inc., Fort Dodge ($366,990.36).
Godbersen-Smith Construction was hired to rebuild Avenue C between D and G streets at a cost of $494,633.30. That project includes a new driving surface, curbs and gutters, a 6-inch diameter water main, an 8-inch diameter sanitary sewer main and partial replacement of a storm sewer. That work must also be done by Aug. 1.
Other bidders for the job were Wicks Construction ($508,685.90), Hovey Construction Inc. ($536,207.40), and Jensen Builders Ltd. ($538,930.40)
Jensen Builders Ltd. was hired to build a new concrete trail along Kenyon Road between Eighth Street and Tower Drive at a cost of $276,013.25. Part of the trail in front of the Friendship Haven campus, 420 Kenyon Road, was built last year.
All three contracts were awarded on unanimous votes.
The council also voted to pay the Iowa Department of Transportation about $486,000 that was awarded to the city to help pay for the reconstruction of Wraywood Drive. The Federal Highway Administration subsequently found errors in some of the project paperwork and demanded the refund. However, following negotiations with the city staff, the federal agency agreed to give the city the same amount of money for the reconstruction of part of First Avenue North this summer. City Engineer Chad Schaeffer said he has received correspondence from the Department of Transportation stating that the funds will be returned for the First Avenue North job.
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My amazing shed is my getaway and where I do my woodwork. My grandparents lived here. My dad used it for years to repair pianos. I like decorating it with the antiques I find around the property and unusual wood pieces.


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"It's overwhelming to go to the school, and feel like you have to get down on your hands and knees and beg for services you know your children should have.
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