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Amorpha fruticosa is a species of flowering plant in the legume family (Fabaceae) known by several common names, including desert false indigo, false indigo-bush, and bastard indigobush. It is found wild in most of most of the contiguous United States, southeastern Canada, and northern Mexico, but it is probably naturalized in the northeastern and northwestern portion of its current range. The species is also present as an introduced species in Europe, Asia, and other continents. It is often cultivated as an ornamental plant, and some wild populations may be descended from garden escapees.
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I am tasting this tea (2008 Lao Ban Zhang Wild Arbor), and it's like there's a hole where the flavor should be. I feel the warmth, I can taste astringency, and I get an echo of sheng-ness, but I feel like I'm just tasting *around* the tea, and can't directly taste it.
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Emotion has a lot to do with our bodies and how they operate.
Think about a person who is enraged with anger … they turn red, their blood pressure goes up, you can see the veins on their neck pop out … definitely a physical reaction to an emotional situation…
You have heard the expression "paralyzed with fear", also a physical reaction to an emotional situation!
From my own personal experience with massive depression (see December 2010 post), which I now believe is a physical issue caused my an emotional situation ….. I became physically exhausted, I had major headaches and my body felt like crap. I was so ill, and had so little ability to think, that I finally agreed to try traditional medications for depression, which I normally would have resisted with all my might.
Although the drugs did work in the short term, they also negatively impacted my physical health … my memory was affected, my body felt like it was "buzzing" and "tingly" and I felt like something was not quite right. I could not identify what was wrong, but I believed the long term use of these medications was doing more harm than good. When I stopped taking them, I would slid back into major depression all over again.
It took me what seemed like forever to start to feel better, even with the drugs, and I started to search for ideas on how to become more positive. At the same time, a friend asked me to listen to a set of CD's from "The Global Information Network"* or GIN as it is often nicknamed (No not the beverage – although I was starting to think that drinking might help!)
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Tapping made a HUGE and an immediate difference in how I felt. If I had known, and applied the knowledge early on in my depression it may have never developed, or at the least – would have worked itself out within days instead of months.
I was very excited about my new found "drug free" knowledge.. What else could I try it on??
Migraine headaches?? I used to get stress related migraines so bad that they would put me in bed for hours at a time. You've probably heard of, or know the kind. My headaches could last hours … Every little noise sounded like a freight train in my head. Normal daylight caused me searing pain, and ultimately if I did not take major medicatations quickly enough, the migraine even caused vomiting to the point of exhaustion… not anymore!
I started to use Tapping about 8 months ago. It is self applied, its free, it takes only a few minutes, and I can Tap anywhere, at any time.
I now USE it for EVERYTHING …
If I am feeling grumpy, if I start to feel 'out of sorts', overwhelmed, or even if I sense a headache coming on, I simply Tap …
Here is an overview of how tapping works!
Check out the video its only about 5 minutes long, and let me know what you think. Happy Self Healing!
* GIN – Global Information Network – if you want to know more about this organization – click the link on the right hand side of my page!
Do you remember the verse "Sticks & Stones may break my bones, but Words will never hurt me" ? '
Our bodies are made up of 60% water, and Dr. Emote has done experiments where words were written or spoken to containers, lakes or water delivery systems.
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I asked one of the guys at a local Sbarro's what makes their crust unique. He said they use a 24 hr cold ferment and use high gluten, bleached and bromated flour (like all trumps?)He also told me they are very careful to control the temp of the flour out of the mixer. They do not let it get too warm.BUT THE SECRET INGREDIENT IS MALT! I THINK AS IN BARLEY MALT POWDER... MAYBE GIVES THE CRUST THAT CRUNCHWayno
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Birthday Order from Mandala. No Special Dark this time. I figure half a pound is enough and to let other people enjoy it.
250 gram Xiaguan Bao Yan Brick – 2006
250 gram Mandala Four Leaves Ripe Cake
250 gram Mandala Noble Mark Ripe Cake – 2012
100 gram Menghai Dayi Yellow Box Toucha 2009
357 gram Yi Pin Tang Qiao Mu – 2008
357 gram Jiu Wan Tong Qing – 2007
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Wow that looks like an awesome order. :)) Such restraint to wait until a couple of days after your birthday.
I know! I was rather proud I lasted this long :) I'm pretty bad when it comes to Mandala self control.
ZOMG, I want that much tea. Actually, I probably have way more than that. What I mean is that I want that much NEW tea. Enjoy!!
Birthday orders make aging worth it. I do, however, regret that I'm ordered out until I run out of something.
Tea goes better with birthday goodies too.
Oops. Well. It was only $11 something and four free samples.
I ordered this Sansa Stark blend: https://www.adagio.com/signature_blend/blend.html?blend=23892&SID=1068980c1594adc1675115941415e816
And then I had the red wedding sample, the konami sample, an apple black sample for some reason, and added green rooibos citron as my post this to Facebook tea.
Someone probly gifted you a free sample of the apple black. I have a peach oolong sitting in my cart for my soon to be new order. XD
it's from adagio apparently, I only have two friends on there who would even maybe look at my page, so I searched my email and they added it to my cart on May 28. I don't remember seeing this email AT ALL but I'll take it!
Interesting. And free tea is always awesome. ^^
Oh yeah. I think if you don't order from them after a certain amount of time they decide to gift you random samples. I got a peach one this way too. Of course, every time there's one in my cart I then order, so they know what's up.
It's apparently sampler week for me (with the exception of 52 Teas, which I hadn't intended to buy either sigh)
52 Teas
Gingerbread Coffeecake
Watermelon Lu An Gua Pian
Teajo Teas
Juicy Peach Sample
Tropical Mango 2 oz
Very Raspberry Sample
Luscious Passion Fruit Sample
Persimmon Tree Tea
Black Sampler Set w/
Lychee Burst
French Vanilla Bean
Peach Apple Crisp
Vintage Black
Jasmine Passion
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Green Caramel
Green Pineapple
Green Pomegranate
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Coconut Creme
White Peony
White Peach
Rose Mojito
Silver Needle
Mandala: Morning Sun and Black Pearl (a sample of their Premium Taiwanese Assam that has such a great rating)
Verdant: Spring Harvest Laoshan Green and Yu Lu Yan Cha black
I'm dying I need the rest of the packages to come :x
Oh geeze, I bought a yixing pot. I almost got a gaiwan too.
A headache at that, they had the yixing both on yunnansourcing's us and china site, but the gaiwan on the china site. I number crunched to figure which would be cheaper with faster shipping without killing me or waiting 70 day shipping.
Ended up with http://www.yunnansourcing.us/store/product.php?id_product=119 $56 after shipping (USPS parcel).
and I'll wait to buy the gaiwan I want on the other yunnansourcing site.
Nice. I wish the china site's shipping wasn't so awful. There's a few gaiwan there (specifically a travel set with lotus on it) I wanted to get, but the shipping I think was almost double what the actual items would cost. Even if I was just getting the travel set. /sigh/
But the one you got is definitely a cute little teapot. What're you planning on brewing in it?
Either a sheng pu'er or oolong. Now I will have two yixing pots, I have more options, as I'm undecided what to do with my current pot!
Ugg at the china site.. I thought buying more would save shipping but the price goes up with each item! it was $27 to ship my teapot and gaiwan, or wait 70 days for $17 shipping. I'm not sure which one is more ugly of an option. I wish the US site would have more items for sale so we save time and shipping.
Yeah. Well, here's to crossing our fingers that they do start getting more stuff on the us site. Like what they carry on their china site. Lol.
The Root Beer Float rooibos from Della Terra. It's my summer celebration tea.
So much stuff from harneys, flavoured blacks, boston, fruits d'alsace, the de-caf cinnamon spice, the regular cinnamon spice and black vanilla ea in the big bag, various fruity herbals for iced tea…..I got $5 off tho…..yup……
I was surprised by how much I like it! I'm glad I got so many samples so I know what to go for next.
Additional paypal damage today: I snagged 52 Tea's Strawberry Daiquiri Honeybush. I do like their honeybush blends. Hopefully no more tea buys for awhile.
That one sounds awesome. I'm tempted myself.
Just ordered a little of this because why not :)
Just samples for now!
Citron Green (Green)
Blood Orange (Herbal)
White Peach (White)
Candy Apple (Black)
Art of Tea
Butterscotch (White)
White Peach (White)
Lemon Meringue (Green Rooibos)
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EASTON, Pa. - Sal Panto is ready to start his second term in his second tour of duty as Easton's mayor.
This year, he'll have to make do with fewer federal dollars and with a different go-between in Congress.
Panto already has a meeting scheduled with U.S. Rep. Tim Holden on Thursday to show him some projects that mean a lot to Easton.
Holden's 17th district in the next election will include the Easton area.
Panto said he always likes to start the year with a clean desk, and much of the mayor's goals for 2012 include cleaning up more of the city.
Panto said he wants to tear down more blighted properties and replace them.
"Instead of doing three or four houses a year, I hope to do 20 or 30 houses a year," said Panto.
Other projects will be a lot of housekeeping, including a $4 million street project that includes new curbs, sidewalks and trees around downtown.
Then, there is the start of some major projects that won't be completed this year, like the $34 million intermodal facility and $70 million silk mill renovation, but Panto said the work will get underway.
"We'll have residential obviously, but we'll also have artist lofts, and a creative class on the first floor," said Panto. "It may be a furniture builder, an architect, a culinary school, but it will definitely be commercial because we have to create jobs."
A major hurdle for 2012 will be the congressional redistricting. Easton will no longer be represented by Charlie Dent, but by Holden.
"We need his support, and it's going to be an interesting six months to see how that transition takes place," said Panto, who also wants to build a new police station before the end of his mayoral term.
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Here's how RW members rated this race (476 votes).
In short: Tough but I loved it! In full: Well done Marlow Striders! Really impressed with the organisation. I knew this would be tough but nothing prepared me for that hill at around mile 8. It seemed to go on forever and when you think no more hills, there's another killer at around 11 miles. The last mile is superb. The rain, wind, puddles didn't spoil the race at all. The marshalls were amazing. Every single one was cheering although there was one at around mile 5 - he shouted 'all downhill from here!" Yeah right!. This is a must for everyone and I got a PB! My legs ache today though. Brilliant.Date of review: November 2, 2009
In short: Excellent organsiation, tough course but very beautiful. Shame about the rain!Date of review: November 2, 2009
In short: This is my favourite half marathon of the year!In full: Friendly, people out cheering even in the torrential rain, hilly and tough, well organised - I just love this race - although I still hurt! Definately back next year - it's greaattt!Date of review: November 2, 2009
In short: Hard work on the hills! The last mile and a half was fantastic.Date of review: November 2, 2009
In short: What's a spot of rain when there's a free t-shirt up for grabs?In full: My first attempt at the Marlow Half Marathon, and what weather! Absolutely torrential and the hills took no prisoners. The marshalls must be saluted for their unwavering enthusiasm and hardy spirit, and the free long-sleeved t-shirt was a lovely touch. Are you listening Reading Half Marathon?!Although soaked to the core, I perversely enjoyed the event and would like to give it another bash next year to see if my slower-than-usual time was down to the weather, or simply the undulating terrain. The scenery was fantastic and I look forward to appreciating it in it's full glory in 2010...Date of review: November 2, 2009
In short: Great course, great marshalls, moonsoon conditions!In full: Big thanks to all the marshalls, especially given the conditions. Think that's the first run I've done where every marshall was cheering you on. I did have a moment just after the big hill when I thought why an earth are 1000 people running up and down hills in the pouring rain on a Sunday morning, and more importantly why I'm one of them!! Worth it at the end, PB for me so pretty happyDate of review: November 2, 2009
In short: Wet and hilly but what funIn full: As the rain was lashing in horizontally, I wondered not for the first time why I couldn't have taken up an indoor hobby, but the course, the marshalls and the fellow runners more than made up for the rather unpleasant conditions. Yes it is hilly in parts, but it only adds to the sense of achievement. Great organisation, great t-shirt (medals only gather dust). Will definitely be back.Date of review: November 2, 2009
In short: And I thought 2008 was tough !!! In full: Congrats to everyone who slogged it out and finished the race. The conditions were very tough. WELL DONE to the Marshalls too and the supporters who braved the conditions to cheer us home. I knocked 9 minutes off my time here last year, so I'm really pleased - although my calves are in agony this morning.Cons: What no goodies ? Not even a chocolate bar ?Pros: Great Marshalls, Great course, Great organisation. The T-shirt is great.Summary: Are you tough enough for 2010 ? Date of review: November 2, 2009
In short: Wet & wonderful! In full: Wet, wet, wet - but that's expected for the Marlow Half! Haven't done it for a few years, but thoroughly enjoyed it. Challenging, especially the hill just after 8 miles, but overall not as bad as I'd feared. Great last mile or so downhill - much appreciated.And the marshalls were just amazing - they did a fantastic job in awful conditions, I wouldn't have liked to be standing around in that weather for that length of time.Marlow Striders - excellent stuff, looking forward to next year. And I hate to say it, but I actually hope (and expect) it rains again!Date of review: November 2, 2009
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Below are links to two key documents: USA Archery's Strategic Outline, created by CEO Denise Parker, and the organization's High Performance Plan.
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For Andrea and John Robinson, phenomenal food and wine pairings happen in their own home. Of course, that's what you would expect from Napa's famous foodie couple.
However, with their Flavor! Napa Valley 2012 event, Big Time Crush, the expert duo showed the audience that with the right knowledge, excellent pairings can happen in any home.
Below, we share with you their date night favorites, including Napa wine recommendations and pairing tips.
Food: Truffled Popcorn
Tip: Air pop your popcorn, adding butter and truffle salt to taste.
Wine: A sparkling white wine such as Shramsberg Blanc de Blanc
Note: This is a truly addictive pairing. Once you pop, you probably won't stop.
Food: Seared steak with sweet corn and vanilla bean salsa
Tip: To keep a delicious crunch, don't over cook the corn.
Wine: Miner Family Wild Yeast Chardonnay
Note: The sweet flavors of the salsa play off the sweet flavors of the chardonnay. It's a truly happy marriage of food and wine.
Food: Seared steak with guacamole
Tip: Add a little liquid smoke to the guacamole for some extra oomph. However, avoid adding peppers as it will clash with the wine.
Wine: Cliff Lede Sauvignon Blanc
Note: Sauvignon Blanc is the default wine for Mexican food. Notice how steak is paired with a white wine. This is because you always pair wine according to the preparation, not the protein.
Food: Seared steak with basil pesto
Tip: You can store leftover basil pesto in ice cube trays for future use.
Wine: Robert Mondavi Reserve Cab
Note: Red wine with pesto seems like a strange combination, but the lemon in the pesto balances out the acidity in the wine.
Food: Seared steak with mushroom duxelles
Tip: Make sure all the liquid in your duxelles has evaporated.
Wine: Saintsbury Carneros Pinot Noir
Note: The earthiness of both the dish and wine is what makes this pairing work.
Food: Seared steak with barbeque sauce
Tip: Choose a barbeque sauce that doesn't have a lot of sugar.
Wine: Frog's Leap Zinfandel
Note: The bold flavors of the young and bold Zin will stand up to the flavors of the barbeque sauce.


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PARK CITY, Utah - Longtime cross country and alpine club coach Greg Rawlings is the newest addition to the U.S. Adaptive Ski Team. He joins the program as head cross country coach, according to Program Director Sandy Metzger.
"We are thrilled to have Greg join our program as head cross country head," Metzger said. "With his years of experience in the coaching field as well as his knowledge of adaptive cross country he will be an asset in guiding the team to reach great heights."
Rawlings, who was head cross country coach for the Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club for six years, is eager to begin his first season with the Team.
"I'm excited to see how the team works as it's set up and also bring it to a different level," Rawlings said. "I'm really looking forward to giving the athletes an opportunity to do well."
Rawlings started his ascent into coaching in 1987 when, as a college student he volunteered as an alpine ski instructor for the Adaptive Sport Program in Durango, CO.
"At first I did it and swapped out for lift tickets. After doing it a couple times I didn't take the lift tickets, I just coached the whole time," Rawlings said. "I just liked being around inspiring people and helping them work."
Following his volunteer work, Rawlings owned a bike shop before moving on to coach with Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club. In 1999 Rawlings pursued a new path in life as a pilot, but returned to the ski community in 2002 as a masters coach and community trail coordinator in Aroostook, ME.
"I ended up coaching full time in northern Maine, but once my kids were old enough to get in school, we moved back to Steamboat Springs," Rawlings said.
In Steamboat Springs Rawlings was a property manager for a family business as well as a self-employed contractor, but he never let his coaching roots stray too far as he continued to do volunteer race coordination for the Steamboat Nordic Council.
Rawlings joins the Team before the start of its 2009 season and is truly thrilled to start his journey as its coach.
"I'm kinda giddy at this point. It's really exciting," Rawlings said. "Everyone I have met is super nice and we have lots of room to grow in the program, so I am looking forward to everything."
The Team will come together for its first major event Dec. 31 - Jan. 8 with the ConocoPhillips U.S. Cross Country Championships in Anchorage. A big focus for the season will be the World Championships in Vuokatti, Finland Jan. 26-Feb. 1.


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I have read mentions of leaf grade in descriptions of Puer.
Is this self imposed grading by the factories? Is there an industry standard.
How does it work 1= best? ect.
Thanks for your insight.
danluie wrote:A tea cake from menghai factory always has a mark number. When we buy an original basket of tea ( 12 packages or 84 cakes), a big paper ticket comes with and it shows the information of the factory, weight, and the mark number, like 7542, 7532, 7582,7572,7433 , etc.
People would ask what are these mark numbers telling us about? And what is relationship with tea grades?
The fist two digits tells the year the factory start using that formula
The third digit tells the grade of leaves mainly used.
The last digit tells which factory made the tea cake.
For example: 7542
75: The formula of 1975
4: the cake use different grades of leaves, but mainly use the 4 grade.
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We were hesitant at first to spend this much money with a company we had never heard of before. But after traveling with them all we can say is CHINA SPREE ROCKS!!!! The company has created a masterpiece blend of the typical tour sites (the Wall, Timinen Square, etc) with unique experiences suchas eating in a family's home, a rickshaw ride around a lake, plays, shopping. Unlike other tour companies, all transportation, admission, and 90% of the meals were included. We were amazed, How does this company make money? They must get some really good group discounts. There is no way we could have planned this ourselves for double the price. Our tour guide Kevin was the best ever. His commitment and knowledge was excellent. We have become walking advertisements for this company and will highly recommend them to anyone going to China. Thanks for a trip of a lifetime!! Kevin and Wanda
CS: Comment on your tour guide
Answer: I have no idea how he could have been any better. He made this a trip to remember and we will tell everyone about China Spree
Kevin & Wanda D, Texas
10-day China's Golden Triangle, November, 2011
China Spree provides an amazing itinerary, excellent accommodations, and an exceptional staff to make your trip unforgettable. The selection of places to visit introduces the visitor to China's culture, both past and present. There is beauty around every corner.
CS: Was there a particular highlight of your China trip you wish to share?
Answer: Oh, my goodness, where to start. Every day was amazing, each day's journey seemed to exceed the previous days. How can you compare walking on the Great Wall to viewing the terra cotta warriors? The contrast between the big cities of Beijing and Shanghai to the countryside we visited when we went to the Silk factory was quite interesting. Okay, if I had to pick one thing that made our trip especially memorable, it was being with the people of China, the children especially. And Kevin, our tourguide, was outstanding. He shared so much about everyday life in China, answering our questions without hesitation.
CS: Comment on your tour guide
Answer: Kevin has a wonderful personality and definitely is a people person. He has a great sense of humor. It is obvious he loves his country and he shares his love with every person on his tour. He is a great ambassador for China, and an exceptional employee for China Spree. He is invaluable and you should never, ever let him go. He was always available, tireless in his efforts to make our vacation enjoyable. He succeeded - it is an unforgettable experience, and we can't wait to come back. There were several times when unexpected things happened . . . for instance, my sister-in-law forgot a purse at one of the dinners, and Kevin called to make sure it was there, went with her by cab, and helped retrieve the purse. Also, I fell in the Forbidden City and injured my shoulder. When it didn't seem to be getting better, Kevin took me to the Tourist's Hospital in Xi'an to make sure nothing was broken. Both of these times, he was helping us when he was "off the clock" - he never complained and was soooo helpful. What a blessing to have such a guardian angel with us on our trip.
CS: Comment on your China Spree hotels
Answer: The Beijing hotel is #1, for the outstanding breakfast food and the room. The Ocean Hotel is #2 - superior rooms, breakfast wasn't as good. That leaves the Grand Noble Hotel as #3, but not in a bad way. All three hotels were excellent in all areas. I guess after having such amazing accommodations in Beijing and Xian, we expected more from the Ocean Hotel for the breakfasts. But what they lacked in breakfasts, they made up for in the rooms, which were outstanding!
We have stayed in 4 star hotels in the United States and felt like they were tops. But they fall short of the 3 places we stayed in China. You provided us with accommodations that greatly exceeded our expectations, I can't imagine there being anything better. THANK YOU!!!
CS: Based on your experience from this trip what would you like to say to potential travelers to China?
Answer: Be prepared to fall in love with China.
Joyce & Vanessa R, California
10-Day China's Golden Triangle, November, 2011
This trip was the best trip I have ever taken, and I have traveled often. I checked the trip out with the better business bureau before booking, because it seemed to good to be true for the price. China Spree had an excellent rating, and it turned out to be to good to be true for the cost. Our guide was fantastic and we were helped throughout the entire experience. I would recommend this trip to anyone. Our days were very full from morning to night. It was educational and fun.
CS: Comment on your tour guide
Answer: I can't say enough good things about Lynn. She went out of her way to be sure everything was great. Our days were power packed and exciting. She seemed like the every ready bunny, and she was always gracious. She found a way to solve any problem anyone was experiencing. Her knowledge and knack at explaining Chinese culture was excellent.
CS: Based on your experience from this trip what would you like to say to potential travelers to China?
Answer: I would do it again.
Nancy H & Angela F, New York
10-Day China's Golden Triangle, November, 2011
Well done . . . .
When my wife booked this trip I thought there had to be a catch. The price was just TOO GOOD to be true. I truly thought we would get to China and be disappointed in what was provided, the hotels or the entire tour. Much to my delight I was totally wrong and I apologize for doubting your ability to provide a top notch tour for an unbelievable price. The hotels were 5 star, the guides and buses great and the activities were exactly what we wanted out of a trip to China.
I would heartily recommend this trip to anyone interested in seeing China. Wow, what an experience.
Thank you very much
Joe S , Idaho
10-Day China's Golden Triangle, November, 2010
My name is Paul. I am a busy physician who does not have time for long vacations, but I love to travel. This China Triangle Tour was the best brief vacation of my life. The greatest sites of the one of the greatest cultures in just 8 days (excluding travel to China). It all went like a fantastic dream, like a breathtaking action movie. The organization of the trip was flowless. Excellent buses, hotels, food, Multiple great sites to see every day were lined up in such sequence that it was never boring. All admissions were free for us. Many of this sites would be otherwise with an expensive admission tickets after standing in long lines. To be honest, I do not understand how China Spree was able to afford to get such a high level of quality of everything and keep the price of the trip so low. All guides were very friendly and highly professional. They were constantly giving everyone a personal attention while being very respectful and nice. I am very impressed not just with China itself, but with the quality of organization and management of this trip.
CS: Based on your experience from this trip what would you like to say to potential travelers to China?
Answer: Do not think twice. Go there while it is still affordable. GO WITH CHINA SPREE.
Paul G, Maryland
10-Day China's Golden Triangle, March, 2010
CS: Based on your experience from this trip what would you like to say to potential travelers to China?
Answer: BE PREPARED, IT IS A DIFFERENT CULTURE, DON'T EXPECT EVERYTHING TO BE LIKE HOME, GO WITH THE FLOW, RELAX & ENJOY
TED G, Florida
10-Day China's Golden Triangle, March, 2010
This is the best travel deal and company you can find! It is exceptionally well organized and everything is top quality. I took all four of my kids (12. 13, 18, 18) and they all loved it. A life changing event for all of them! I was exceptionally nervous because it is 'too good to be true'. For those of you thinking this I have a suggestion; go to the Better Business Bureau site at: http://alaskaoregonwesternwashington.bbb.org/ because this is how I checked them out. It all looked good. I then made sure the address and phone number at the BBB site matched the internet information. I also Googled 'Chinaspree' to see if there were complaints but all of these independent reports said; 'Fantastic!'. I absolutely could not be more thrilled with the trip. I am doing everything I can to convince my friends that they must become Chinaspree clients! Hotels: Fantastic with top rate breakfasts. Organization: Perfect. Everything planned and on schedule. Location: China is an unbelievable location with two of the wonders of the world! Tours: Very interesting and had a variety of activities and sites. Guides: They did everything they possibly could to make this outstanding. Chinaspree: They deliver everything that they promise! Value: This trip can not be beat. Period!!
Lonnie L, Alaska
10-Day China's Golden Triangle, February, 2010
Traveling alone was a concern prior to the trip, but this was a wonderful trip. I enjoyed to get to know new people from all over the world. The trip was excellent. I was very pleasantly surprised at the quality of the hotels and the food. They far exceeded my expectations. The transportation was comfortable and enjoyable. Seeing the people of China was the most exciting experience. When we walked through the Heavenly Palace It was great fun to see people dancing playing cards, doing Tai Chi, etc. Our tour members joined in with the dancers and smiles and tears were common as we mingled and felt our commoness and not our differences. All of the various sights were magnificient. The great wall was inspiring even with the snow. Standing in Tinanmen Square and each palace felt like I was standing in the middle of a major piece of world history.
CS: Based on your experience from this trip what would you like to say to potential travelers to China?
Answer: This is not home, so be prepared for a great unique experience with another culture and very different lifestyle. Be open and be willing to try new experiences and food. Be prepared to come home tired and satisfied with an excellent experience from a different culture. Nothing is perfect but this sure is a great opportunity to experience history and rapidly growing economy and a changing culture.
Jim H, California
10-Day China's Golden Triangle, February, 2010
This trip far exceeded our expectations. Tours, lodging and food were exceptional. The tour guides were very knowledgeable and willing to receive and answer our questions. They spent long hours with us each day and were never in a hurry to rush home to their families. They enjoyed becoming acquainted with foreigners. It was surprising to us the importance of how numbers, color and compass direction play a big role in Chinese decision making. The two visits to non English speaking families provided a close and intimate experience. The families were friendly, enjoyable and very hospitable. This trip was a very worthwhile experience.
CS: Based on your experience from this trip what would you like to say to potential travelers to China?
Answer: We will be ambassadors for China Spree. "Book your next trip with China Spree - they take care of your every need. If you want to travel to China, free of decision making, book with China Spree - they're well organized and provide exceptional tours, lodging and good foods . China Spree is number 1 in our estimation".
Joe & Judy A, California
10-Day China's Golden Triangle , January, 2010
Our family took a Golden Triangle tour with China Spree from January 8th to the 17th. Pre-tour arrangements such as visas to visit China were taken care by China Spree quickly and was effortless on our part. We were very well taken care of right from when we stepped into China until we went into the terminal to return to America. Hotel accommodations and meals were also excellent. Every day was well organized and time was used efficiently to that we may see as many beautiful and historical places in China as possible in 10 days. Our tour guides were knowledgeable, fluent in English, and by the end of our time together became our friends. The tour went just as promised. If you are considering visiting this great country, which you definitely should, I would absolutely recommend China Spree as the best tour company that can give you an affordable, enjoyable, and memorable trip to China.
CS: Based on your experience from this trip what would you like to say to potential travelers to China?
Answer: A trip to China will open up travelers to an incredible history of one of the most culturally stimulating countries. There are many historical sites to visit and you can see everything from ancient to modern China.
Shaiful & Shamim & Sarah I, Pennsylvania
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Airbus announced the delivery of the first A320 equipped with sharklets to Lufthansa, the first European carrier to receive the aircraft featuring the fuel-saving wing-tip devices.
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The sharklets improve the aerodynamics of the aircraft with a fuel burn reduction of up to four percent, allowing increased range and payload capability for operators.
Lufthansa has an order for 21 additional A320 family aircraft equipped with sharklets, with deliveries expected to be complete in 2015, Airbus said.
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Serving Size ½ of recipe
Calories 256
Total Fat 8 g
Saturated Fat 1 g
Sodium 808 mg
Total Carbohydrate 2 g
Dietary Fiber 0 g
Protein 41 g
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Chopped cilantro 2 tablespoons
Jalapeno, minced 1/2-1 (depending on taste)
Lime juice 1 tablespoon
Low-sodium soy sauce 2 tablespoons
Olive oil 1 tablespoon
Tuna steaks 2 (6-ounce)
Salt 1/8 teaspoon
Freshly ground pepper to taste
- Combine cilantro, jalapeno, lime juice, and soy sauce in a small mixing bowl.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season fish with salt and pepper, and sear 2-4 minutes on each side, depending on desired level of doneness.
- Remove from heat and serve with cilantro sauce.


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Toronto Ward 2 has more libraries than Tim Horton's! Let's fix this!
City of Toronto Ward 2 councillor Doug Ford (Brother of Mayor Rob Ford) complained recently on talk radio station CFRB that his area has more libraries than Tim Horton's.
Let's fix this! Let's get more Timmies franchises for Doug Ford's ward! Sign the petition!
Bob and Doug are so completely useless and incompetent that the Ford family doesn't want to let them near their successful business. That's why they've been foisted off on our city.
When the Urban Affairs branch closes, Toronto will have 3.9 libraries per 100,000 people, which is what Vancouver has. Halifax has 4.3 libraries per 100,000 people, more than Toronto. In the U.S., the entire state of Vermont, which has only one-quarter of the population of Toronto, has 30 libraries per 100,000 people, which is 7-1/2 times the library density of Toronto.
Now I understand why Vermont elects the only US Senator that calls himself a democratic socialist.
...and from the same source:
From $350 million surplus to $774 million deficit in one Ford year?
At least, that's what my work colleague Rob Duffy said to me, demanding an explanation. Has Rob Ford really dug a $1 billion hole in during his eight months in the mayor's chair?
Not exactly. Perks is not lying, those numbers are more or less accurate. But for their shock value, they do a bit of fancy dancing around our concepts of what the budget is and means, and leave out some pertinent details. The fact is that Ford is using the projected deficit number for 2012 for shock value to justify cutting services, while Perks is using the actual surplus number from 2010 to justify saving them.
THE TRUTH: Tim Hortons franchises outnumber public libraries in Etobicoke—where Doug Ford lives—by a margin of three to one. There are 13 public libraries in Etobicoke, and 39 Tim Hortons franchises.
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Thats even worse. Then he owes us 27 libraries more at least
Making fun of Ford because of his weight is fat-phobic. He's despicable enough in his plans, ideology and policies. Shall we try to be mature?
"Fat-phobic"? Really? Is everything now made into an "ism" or a "phobia"? Nobody's picking on a guy in a wheelchair here or mocking a trait like race or ethnicity. He's just a guy who clearly has no self control around food
Nobody's picking on a guy in a wheelchair here or mocking a trait like race or ethnicity. He's just a guy who clearly has no self control around food
Wow do you have anything except your prejudice to back up this ridiculous statement. What other personal characteristics do you feel comfortable mocking. Do you point fingers at people and call them names in person?
Your posts seem vaguely familiar like deja vue all over again.
You think Rob Ford eats a sensible diet and exercises regularly? Obesity is a major problem in our society, especially among kids. And to then complain about "too many libraries, not enough donut shops" sets a terrible example.
Being overweight is not like being of a certain race, ethnicity or sexual orientation in that it's beyond one's control.
Being overweight is not like being of a certain race, ethnicity or sexual orientation in that it's beyond one's control.
Citation please. Does this twisted logic apply too drug addiction? Your opinions are demeaning of others and apparently devoid of any kind of actual facts. So Snert how was your hiatus.
Rob Ford has shown himself time and time again to be a bully. Whether insulting and excluding people for having been born gay, promoting stereotypes about "orientals", calling an Italian-Canadian councillor "Gino boy", wanting to make Toronto a "refugee-free zone." He likes to pick on people for things over which they have no control. Nobody chooses their sexual orientation, skin colour, or country of birth. Rob Ford CHOOSES to be an ignorant lard ass.
Also, do you not think that his personal lifestyle choices influence his ideological agenda? He's cutting libraries. Not like HE reads. He just shut down the Jarvis bike lane. Oh well, not like HE's gonna ride a bike. His cutbacks are going to affect parks and recreation for people in this city. Oh well, not like HE ever makes use of them. He refuses to march in the gay pride parade when he, more than anyone, could certainly benefit from a brisk walk. There's something delightfully ironic about him telling the people of this city that we need to tighten our metaphorical belt when he can't tighten his literal one and cutting services to the less fortunate because we need to show "restraint", something he's clearly never shown at a buffet.
Well, this thread is pretty much ruined for me. I guess Mr. Tea has never been to a union convention, an NDP rally, a protest, or heck, to any gathering of people on the left, of people who support all these things he just named, despite the fact that many of us are - surprise, surprise - fat, and some of us either don't, or are unable to, do some of the things he mentions.
I hate this shit. I really do. It's something I have been hating about "the left" in this city for months - the nasty fat jokes and hateful remarks that so many supposed progressives have been making all over social media and elsewhere ever since Rob Ford came onto the mayoral scene.
I support all those things you mention, Mr. Tea. And I'm fat. And so are a lot of my left-wing friends who also support those progressive things.
You are not an ally. You are not a friend. You are being abusive, hateful, and mean. And your hatefulness affects and hurts people like me, where we cannot be in any way active in municipal politics in Toronto these days without feeling constantly attacked by people who should be our friends.
And BTW, I don't believe for a moment that Mr. Tea is Snert. Snert never made fat jokes about anyone, and generally spoke up against it when people made them, if I remember correctly. I wish I could just assume that Mr. Tea is a troll, but unfortunately, I've seen too many progressives making snide fat jokes and snickers over the past few months about the Ford brothers to believe that.
Unfortunately, this is just status quo these days. And it's a real shame.
I certainly apologize for offending you, Michelle. My intention was not to attack anyone on this board, merely to attack Rob Ford. I figure that people like him who spend their time viciously attacking people he sees as weak (the poor, refugees, gays, etc.) can benefit from a taste of their own medicine.
Yes, I've been to NDP rallies, protests, progressive conferences, etc. And, yes, I know that there are plenty of overweight people on the left, including on this board. They, however, (unlike Ford) tend to be supportive of things like bike lanes, parks, fitness and sports programs, healthy meals in schools, libraries, good education, music, art, etc. that actually encourage, not discourage others (particularly kids) from living a healthy and intellectually rich lifestyle.
Anyway, I've been pissed at Ford for a while, ever since his stupid anti-refugee statements (I came here as a refugee just over 30 years ago and I like to think that my family has contributed to this city) and in attacking him, I resorted to some cheap jokes and I'm sorry.
You are not an ally. You are not a friend. You are being abusive, hateful, and mean. And your hatefulness affects and hurts people like me, where we cannot be in any way active in municipal politics in Toronto these days without feeling constantly attacked by people who should be our friends.
And BTW, I don't believe for a moment that Mr. Tea is Snert. Snert never made fat jokes about anyone, and generally spoke up against it when people made them, if I remember correctly. I wish I could just assume that Mr. Tea is a troll, but unfortunately, I've seen too many progressives making snide fat jokes and snickers over the past few months about the Ford brothers to believe that.
If you say it is not Snert because of his previous stance on the issue then I defer to your view. The writing style however is very similar including the crab walk sideways when confronted.
I have both family and friends with weight issues. I myself am no slim guy. Michelle I also have many friends in left movements who struggle with that battle. If it was just a matter of dieting to reduce ones weight they would mostly all be slim. But losing weight is an extremely complicated and difficult process. The yo-yo diet affect that in the past was not much understood has contributed to my problems and others I know well. I can't diet to take weight off because it doesn't work.
Mr. Tea, on babble we do not insult people on the basis of their appearance - weight, height, choice of clothing, etc. Your snide remarks about Ford ie. restraint at a buffet, are offensive and have no place here.
Your fondness for making assumptions about people based on very superficial observations is problematic, and I would suggest that you put your judgementalism aside and continue to contribute your knowledge and experience to babble in a way that informs and enlightens.
Further to that, it would be great if babblers could not speculate as to which babblers are sockpuppets or returning ex-babblers. Moderators are in the best position to make such observations, and speculations like that just make for crappy environments. I hate it when resident babblers respond to a new thread by a new babbler with "Troll?" or some such accusation. Why would anyone new stay around and post?
Germane to this conversation: Fatness and Rob Ford
We decry sexist criticisms levelled at conservative politicians like Sarah Palin and Michele Bachmann, not because we agree with their politics or want to defend them personally, but because we know that attacking them on the basis of their gender is unfair, demeaning, and reduces the legitimacy of the criticism.
Why, then, the carte blanche for critics to call Rob Ford names like "fat fuck" when he does something we can't stand?
Let me tell you something: I am fat.
I am fat, and I am right here when you say that Rob Ford would do better to lay off the gravy. I'm right here when you say that grotesque individuals like Ford would be a lot better off if they got on a bicycle now and then, because they're harming the environment as well as being grossly obese. I'm right here, and in many cases I am putting myself out there and directly questioning your need to bring Ford's weight into a conversation where it is completely irrelevant, and you are either ignoring me or telling me that his weight is a fair point of criticism because it represents his supposed sloth, greed and disregard for the environment, because he's a bully who "throws his weight around."
Let me tell you something else: this hurts me personally.
Apart from being insulting and hurtful, the remarks and jokes about Rob Ford's weight distract everyone from the real issue - he and his brother make the Tea Party look like a bunch of progressive intellectuals by comparison and if allowed to push their dangerously ignorant policies through they will kill or maim everything that is worth celebrating about Toronto. People without access to wealth and all its resources and privileges will be hurt, and that is unacceptible.


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ALPENA -Each year Alpena County pays delinquent tax payments from property owners to the local government units in which they live. Reimbursement back to the county can take up to three years, but once deposited it can be used for a many things, including balancing the annual budget.
During Wednesday's Alpena County Finance Committee meeting Treasurer Kim Ludlow gave an update on the fund and the money that was earned from the sale of property that was foreclosed upon due to non-payment of taxes.
Ludlow said there is currently $6,591.546 of unrestricted funds in the account. She said that is a healthy amount, but because money will be loaned to the city and townships for late taxes it is much less. She said in 2012 the county loaned the other units of government more than $2 million for late tax payment, and it will be several years before the money is returned to the fund and available to the commissioners.
"The money we loan them makes their budgets whole, that includes the college and the public schools," Ludlow said. "They come back into the fund when the people pay, but that doesn't happen overnight. Whatever doesn't get paid in the three years is the property we foreclose on and it is taken to the sale to sell and put the money back in the fund."
Last year the county had 40 properties at the auction, four that were granted extentions. Overall the sale of the property helped recoup $131,511 for the fund, but there was still a loss of $6,870 because not all of the property sold. Ludlow said although there is a large amount of money in the fund it needs to be used sparingly. She said over the last few years money was taken from it to balance the budget, but she recommends leaving as much money in the account in case of an emergency.
"It has taken well over a decade to have those funds built up and available and we work very hard to make sure those funds stay there," Ludlow said. "Right now we are supplying about $500,000 a year to the general fund and that has been going on for three years. We have still been able to maintain our balance, but we are real careful with that.
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