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Will the current economy make Gen Y "get with the program?"
March 3, 2009
The discussion topic I hear a lot about Gen Y lately seems to be how they'll react to our current economic climate. Will they ignore it, pretend it will go away, or change their attitudes and expectations about the workplace and their role in it. What these folks are really asking is whether this will get Gen Y's to "grow up" and start to take work more seriously – to not view this first job as an enrichment opportunity, to recognize that their manager is their manager and not a peer, and to stay in their job even if it isn't perfect or if they have an opportunity to "go to Europe." That's what they're really asking.
Here's what I'm starting to see and what I expect will happen.
In short, Gen Y's may be less choosy about the jobs they accept or the positions they stay in, but they won't be able to outrun who they are. They might accept a position that doesn't offer time and place flexibility, or doesn't pay as much as they'd like, or isn't what they're really interested in, or has a command and control management structure. They'll convince themselves that it'll be OK and that they need to shift their expectations. They'll be able to do that for a while. But, if the job and culture are not satisfying, eventually who they really are and what they really want from a job will overcome why they made the decision in the first place, and they'll either leave or worse, just check out.
It's not just Gen Y. This kind of thing happens to everyone. Below is a Gen Y example followed by my example.
Lack of Time/Place Flexibility loses a company a great hire that they'd invested in
I recently met with a former student who has started an amazing not-for-profit called Construction for Change http://www.constructionforchange.org/. His story of the job he left went something like this.
"I took a job in the field I wanted. The work was interesting, I was getting great opportunities and I was learning a lot. But they required all the work to be done on site and there was an expectation of 9 – 12 hour days."
"Was it the kind of work that needed to happen on site and was there so much of it that it required all that time?" I asked.
"No and that's what bugged me. I wouldn't have minded putting in the hours if it really needed to take that long. But it didn't. And needing to be on site all the time left me with no flexibility to get other things done. I had this not-for-profit idea that I was really excited about and needed the time to work on. I know I could have done both effectively, but not if I had to be on site for so many hours a day. I knew it was a tough job market. But, after a year and a half I left that job anyway. I now work part time for a different company and part time on my own not-for-profit. I'm much happier and I'm building something that's really important."
Saying it's OK (to your hiring manager and yourself) in an interview is easier than living it everyday
Many years ago I was being interviewed for a job I really wanted. One of the downsides of the position was that it reported to two people. I'd had that situation earlier in my career and never felt comfortable with it. But I loved the company and really wanted the job, so I accepted the position and told myself that I'd learn to live with the dual reporting relationship. Maybe it wouldn't be that bad this time. Well, I was right and I was wrong. I did love the company and also loved the job I was in. It had that perfect balance of leveraging my strengths and providing opportunities for me to grow in new directions. But the dual reporting relationship was driving me crazy. My performance was suffering. I was becoming crabby and snippy to the people I was hired to support, and resenting any recommendations made by one of my managers who had now become a good friend. It may seem petty, but I resented that I had to report to this person who I viewed more as my peer.
Just at the frustration point where I was considering leaving, the person I considered more peer than manager announced that she was leaving. I took on her responsibilities and continued to report to my other prior manager. I was saved from a series of uncomfortable conversations ("You knew this was a component of the job and said that you were fine with it . . . ") or from having to decide whether it was worth leaving over. But, the bottom line was that I knew before I took the job that it would probably bother me. It was acceptable for a while, but I couldn't sustain the unnatural acceptance long term.
I recently conducted a "Give & Take" session at a University. In the past when I asked student what they dread about entering the workforce (after a discussion of what they were excited about) the response had generally been around lack of flexibility and constraints on their time. Now what they dreaded was having to take a job they didn't want.
So, my projection is that Gen Y's approach to work in this economy is that they may accept jobs they don't really want telling themselves they're doing what they have to do. But when it comes to the day to day acceptance, they may be somewhat more tolerant initially, but will eventually leave or check out if the work and the work environment are not stimulating and not supportive.
For manager of Gen Y, same rules as in my past blogs still apply. As I wrote in "Gen Y Retention in a Tough Economy" http://onboardinggeny.com/gen-y-retention-in-a-tough-economy/ retaining employees is only valuable if those are happy employees. Retaining unhappy employees is worse than losing them. Take a good look at your positions, policies and culture through Gen Y glasses:
Time Flexibility
Place Flexibility
Dress Code
Feedback Frequency
Promotional Frequency
Respect for employees
Access to Internet
Access to Social Networking tools
Current technology tools
Variety of Tasks
Opportunities to work on "goodness" projects
How closely work is tied to what's important to the business
Working with people your own age
Remember that many of these things are important to all the generations you work with, not just Gen Y. This assessment is helpful in two ways:
First, think about what you can change and what you can't. What you should change and what you shouldn't. And make sure you know the difference between the "nice to have" and the "must have" issues that will make your Gen Y's so unhappy that they check out or leave. A recent Harvard Business Publishing Management Tip entitled "Switch to Task-Based Job Assignments" references a great article called "Think Task, Not Time" written by Tammy Erickson almost two years ago http://blogs.harvardbusiness.org/erickson/2007/03/think_task_not_time.html?cm_mmc=npv-_-MGMT_TIP-_-JAN_2009-_-MTOD0116. It still resonates today and provides an example of something businesses can do today that will be appealing not only to Gen Y, but also to other generations in the work force. Other thoughts on how Gen Y is not so different, but more extreme can be found in http://www.ere.net/2009/02/27/the-hidden-gift-your-gen-y-employees-are-offering-you/.
Second, as you do your recruiting (if you're doing any recruiting) reference this list (and whatever else you've added to it) as you interview your potential Gen Y employees. Figure out which of these issues are really important to each candidate and see where your company stands on those issues. If you're too far apart on the issues that matter, it's probably not a good fit, no matter how much the candidate insists it will be OK. That said, some new employees will change their mind on things. Remember that for many college students, this will be their first "real job" and they are just starting the process of learning what's really important to them. As I mentioned in Manager/Employee Sweet Spot, http://onboardinggeny.com/manager-employee-sweet-spot/ sometimes they don't know what kind of work will interest them since they haven't had the exposure yet. It will make a patient and skilled interviewer to determine the job aspects that a prospective employee may see as negative initially, but adjust to, and those issues which will eventually become so bothersome that it will cause the new hire to check out and leave. It's a fine line. Look carefully and think carefully.
Gen Y's, three things for you. First, use the list above as a starting point in figuring out your work values. Add to the list anything else which is important to you and remove things that are unimportant. Then think carefully about which of those are easy for you to be flexible on and which as more important to you. Stack rank them if it helps. If the job you're interviewing for meets your top criteria, but not your bottom ones, no big deal. Go for it. But, if it is very inconsistent with the things on the top of your list, you really need to think about whether those are things you can accept long term.
Second, keep in mind that full time work will be different from what you imagine, and that your ideas and what's important to you will shift over time. For example, I once thought the commute to the Wall Street area from the Upper East Side of NY would be truly miserable. But I took the job anyway because I needed the skill set it would provide. I have to admit, I took the job telling myself I'd continue to look for other jobs in "midtown." Turns out, the longer commute on the bus gave me more time to read and prepare for my day. And, I met some wonderful people, one of whom, over 20 years later, is still a treasured friend. So, I'm glad I took that job and the thing I thought would drive me crazy didn't. Also, things in a job will change over time; a manager you don't care for will move on, a project will be cancelled, a new strategic direction will be initiated etc. Fine lines, tough choices, and really thinking about what's important.
Third, if you're already in a job that is not as satisfying as you'd hoped, PLEASE recognize that this economic downturn is real. Don't view your job as disposable. You will need to recognize that no job will be perfect and that you have a lot to learn, not just from the tasks of your job, but also learning how the organization works and learning about yourself.
Over the years I've counseled many students who were disappointed with summer internships to think about other things they can get from the experience and to focus on making the changes they could. Most ended up with a fulfilling experience. They were glad that they "stuck it out. " They found they gained important skills from work that was less interesting than they'd hoped, but more nuanced than they'd come to believe. And they recognized the valuable experience they got by learning that careful dance of working with their manager to continue to do the work they were hired to do, but migrate their role to other areas of interest. At the end, they got more out of the experience than they ever imagined.
In this economic environment, it's may be far easier to make your current job better than to find another job that meets your criteria. This is not a time for knee-jerk reactions. It's time for careful consideration about what you want, what's available, and what's really important to you.
3 Responses to "Will the current economy make Gen Y "get with the program?""
Stacey Derbinshire on
March 3rd, 2009 8:45 pm
Thanks for posting the article, was certainly a great read!
Sue Edwards on
March 4th, 2009 3:42 am
Great article…I will post a link to the article in our LinkedIn Group- Onboarding Best Practices. Thanks,
Sue Edwards
President, Development by Design
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Karen Wilson on
March 5th, 2009 1:19 pm
This is such a timely article! Very well put and applicable. I like the list..I am currently interviewing for a sales position and plan to incorporate the list as a ranking excercise. I think this will help me determine a potential candidate's perception of what they need to be happy. In addition, I have a Gen Y employee and certainly want to retain him. Thank you!
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By Morgan Lasher
Northeast Ohio homes are known across the nation for their diverse architecture, excellent value—and in some cases, their terrifying pasts.
After extensive research into Ohio's paranormal past, staff members of HGExpo, the online home and garden show, discovered these 13 haunted places right in our backyard.
#1 Franklin Castle
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The most haunted home in Ohio
Construction started on Ohio City's gothic sandstone castle in 1864. Built by wealthy German grocer-turned-banker Hannes Tiedemann, the house contains 30 rooms across four stories, including an unknown number of secret passages and hidden doors.
The Tiedemanns lost their first child, Emma, soon after the house was finished. In the three years that followed Emma's death, the small family buried four more family members, and Hannes' wife Luise sunk into a deep depression. During that time she insisted on adding gargoyles, spires, and sharp angles to the home, reminiscent of a dark, Bavarian castle.
It is believed to be the most haunted home in Ohio.
The Franklin Castle has changed hands more than a dozen times since the late nineteenth century. (Allegedly, it belonged to Nazi spies in the early twentieth century.) Reports of unaccounted for noises and movements, hidden bodies and child-shaped apparitions have plagued nearly every owner.
You can find Franklin Castle at 4308 Franklin Boulevard in Cleveland's Ohio City neighborhood.
#2 Squire's Castle
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An energetic city girl forever trapped in the woods
The legendary Squire's Castle, situated in what is now the North Chagrin Reservation of the Cleveland Metroparks, is just a small taste of builder Feargus B. Squire's original vision.
Feargus, a founding member of the Standard Oil Company, fell in love with the scenery of the Chagrin Valley, and dreamed of a country castle fit for an oil baron. The Squire's Castle we know today is actually just the shell of the gatekeeper's house for the estate he was never able to build.
For a short time, though, the gatehouse was used as a home for Feargus' wife, Rebecca, while he was away on business. Legend says that Rebecca was an energetic city girl who wanted nothing to do with wooded paths and grassy fields. She grew restless, and her red lantern could often be seen wandering the hallways out of boredom on the especially lonely nights.
What happens next is a point of contention amongst storytellers and "official" city documents. Local legend argues that late one night, while wandering up the hard stone stairs, Rebecca became startled by something outside her window.
In her fright, she dropped her lantern and tumbled to her death backwards down the cold, concrete staircase.
Today visitors report that Rebecca still lingers in the castle's hallways, occasionally showing her red lantern in the window, still longing to leave the countryside.
You can find Squire's Castle in the Cleveland Metroparks in Willoughby, Ohio.
#3 The Unionville Tavern
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Runaway slaves searching for an escape
Built in 1798 as a log cabin, the Unionville Tavern is a favorite setting for local ghost storytellers. Once a stop on the Underground Railroad, the tavern had a secret tunnel (literally underground) that connected it to a nearby cemetery. Guests and former employees of the tavern report the same eerie sighting: the ghosts of runaway slaves forever searching for an escape.
You can find the Unionville Tavern at 7935 South Ridge Road, in Unionville, Ohio.
#4 The Drury Mansion
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A hospitalized woman bursts into flames
Industrialist Francis Drury built the Tudor revival-style Drury Mansion in 1912 on Cleveland's once named "Millionaire's Row." Paranormal activity includes the mysterious opening and closing of doors and the sighting of at least two ghostly female figures.
In the 1970s the Ohio Adult Parole Authority Board used the mansion to house paroled convicts, and one resident reported seeing the apparition of a woman with long, black hair and a large hospital bracelet, who suddenly bursts into flames. Curiously, in May of 1929, a tragic fire at the Cleveland Clinic, just seven blocks away, claimed the lives of over 100 people.
You can find the Drury Mansion at 8625 Euclid Avenue in Cleveland.
#5: The Perkins Stone Mansion
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Five spirits not ready to leave
This 1837 Greek Revival mansion, built by Col. Simon Perkins, Jr. (the son of Akron's founder Gen. Simon Perkins) and his wife Grace Tod Perkins, is home number five on our list.
And it's rumored to be home to five ghostly spirits.
One spirit is reportedly Mr. Perkins, himself, whose ghostly figure stays in his bedroom (the place where 9 of his 11 children were born) and refuses to cross the threshold into the hallway.
Other reports of paranormal activity include a seriously spooky 2006 photo at a fundraiser in the home of a ghostly female apparition climbing the staircase, a display mannequin who is mysterious decapitated every night, children playing with a ball in the maids' quarters, and, in the Alexander room, a lingering smell of baby powder and a rocking chair that rocks on its own.
You can find the Perkins Mansion at 550 Copley Road, in Akron, Ohio.
#6 Gore Orphanage
Image Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gore_Orphanage
A mysterious fire
The events surrounding the construction, operation, and destruction of the Gore Orphanage are muddled and confusing at best.
While the orphanage is no longer standing, no one is really sure why. Local legend blames a "man from the river" that, after growing tired of the noise the children were making, set fire to their home while they slept.
On the same site, in 1840, a physician named Joseph Swift, who was, quite publicly, a fanatical believer in all-things paranormal built a large Greek Revival home. Historical articles document séances and pagan rituals originating from the Swift home.
Some speculate that the children's voices awoke and angered the spirit of Joseph Swift.
Whether the river man or Joseph Swift takes the blame, visitors to the ruins of the Gore Orphanage (and the Swift Mansion) report hearing the cries of trapped children.
You can find the site of the Gore Orphanage in the Lorain County Metroparks in Amherst, Ohio.
#7 Garfield House
Image Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/James_A._Garfield_National_Historic_Site
The spirit of an ever-tidy First Lady
Former President of the United States and Ohio native James A. Garfield's Mentor home is special. Not just because it was the home of a U.S. President, or because it housed the first ever presidential library. It's special because Garfield's wife, Lucretia, might still be living there, keeping things tidy.
Guards tell stories of lights spontaneously turning on in the middle of the night.
And on more than one occasion, construction crews working in the house left a huge mess of tools and materials, but when they returned the next day, they found that their mess had been tidied and organized.
You can find the Garfield House at 8095 Mentor Avenue in Mentor, Ohio.
#8 Farnam Manor
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The ghosts of a friendly child and a long lost lover
The Farnam Manor in Richfield, Ohio may be the most inviting home on our list. While the Farnam family story is not a pleasant one, present-day visitors to the Farnam Manor describe the atmosphere as playful and mischievous.
Everett Farnam, the youngest of six children, moved to Ohio from Connecticut with his father, a Revolutionary War vet. Everett built the huge manor house on the land he grew up on in 1834. Shortly after the family moved in, Everett's daughter Emily drowned in a cistern after escaping the watchful eye of a nanny. Every year, dozens of visitors claim to see Emily in her white dress giving a friendly greeting.
A local widower and socialite bought the estate in the 20s and turned it into a "social club" that was rumored to have an indulgence for every vice. A young woman who worked at the manor as a prostitute is often seen sitting in her former bedroom, waiting for a lost lover.
You can find the Farnam Manor at 4223 Brecksville Road in Richfield, Ohio.
#9 Akron Civic Theatre
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The show must go on—forever
The Akron Civic Theatre has been a community staple since it was built in 1929. In fact, some locals love it so much, they may forever refuse to leave. A former janitor named "Fred" has been seen and felt protecting the Civic, running off vandals and hooligans who are being less than respectful.
There have also been sightings of a mysterious "well dressed man" who visits the backstage and balcony areas, preparing for a performance that he'll never be able to play again.
You can find the Akron Civic Theatre at 182 South Main Street in Akron, Ohio.
#10 Gray's Armory
Image Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grays_Armory
Still ready for battle
The legendary five-story Gray's Armory in Cleveland was built in 1893 as the headquarters for Cleveland's volunteer militia, dubbed the "Cleveland Grays" thanks to the militia's gray uniforms. The Grays fought in the Civil War, and later in the Spanish American War.
This castle-meets-fortress stands near the Erie Street Cemetery, and fittingly, visitors report the ghostly apparitions of men dressed in 19th century military garb, and the sounds of rhythmic, marching footsteps from empty floors above.
You can find Gray's Armory at 1234 Bolivar Road in Cleveland.
#11 Rogue's Hollow
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Ohio's most infamous bridge
Ohio has several bridges rumored to fill the midnight air with a baby's cry. But the "Cry Baby Bridge" at Rogue's Hollow is perhaps Ohio's most infamous bridge. According to the legend, after giving birth, an unwed mother was jilted at the alter, and in her despair, she threw her newborn over the bridge and into the icy waters at Rogue's Hollow.
Rumors suggest at midnight you can hear the baby's cries, and even see the baby's handprints on your car's windshield. And on some nights, the wails of the infant's forlorn mother echo in the woods.
You can find Cry Baby Bridge on Rogues Hollow Road in Doylestown, Ohio.
#12 Spitzer House Bed & Breakfast
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Never leaving home
Ceilan Milo Spitzer, a distinguished banker, built the Spitzer House in 1890 for his family, and according to local legends and visitors to the home, some members of his family may still be there.
A rather stern-looking, gentlemanly ghost is rumored to appear in the Ceilan Room and at the top of the stairs, and some speculate it is Mr. Spitzer himself.
It is now an award-winning bed and breakfast, recognized for excellent service, beautiful décor—and the occasional ghost sighting.
You can find the Spitzer House Bed & Breakfast at 504 West Liberty Street in Medina, Ohio.
#13 The Henry House
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The Apple Lady reigns
Cleveland carpenter Robert Warner Henry constructed his family home in the 1830s. He, and especially his wife Frances, were gracious hosts to the community, and neighbors remembered Frances at her happiest when riding through the property's apple orchards.
Frances may still be holding fast to her role as gracious hostess. Visitors to the home (now a popular business) report odd sightings throughout the house, including objects mysteriously misplaced or moved, meticulously made beds suddenly unmade, and doors opening without help from the living. But perhaps most curiously, visitors report an overwhelming smell of apples.
You can find the Henry House on Pearl Road (Route 42) in Parma Heights, Ohio.
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Samuel Hubbard Footwear | See the Sensational 24 Seven Boot
Have you heard of Samuel Hubbard footwear? Up until last fall, you'd have to shop the men's department to find them. Fortunately, Hubbards are for women now too. Footwear Etc. sent me a pair of Samuel Hubbard 24 Seven chelsea boots for review. Within days of receiving my Hubbards, I placed them front and center in my closet, which is the seat of honor for my shoes. These are truly beautiful boots.
Upon opening the box and taking out my new Samuel Hubbards for inspection, my first reaction was, "Too cool for school." My second observation noted the lack of zipper, ties, or buckles. I knew this going in; that's what a Chelsea boot is–elastic goring only. But I wondered if I could get my high instep into these lovelies without a shoe horn or body contortion routine. It wasn't easy folks, and I almost gave up. But I so wanted to wear these hip Hubbards, that I finally twisted my feet into them. And I'm glad I didn't give up. They go on without a fight now and the comfort level is stunning.
Designed in Mill Valley, California and handcrafted in Portugal, the Samuel Hubbard 24 Seven is a boutique-y boot but with comfort brand technologies:
- Foot-shaped fit. The rounded toe box provides a roomy fit for the toes and the heel fits snugly.
- No seams on upper to rub against sensitive spots.
- Removable triple-density Poron® footbed can accommodate an orthotic.
- Lightweight Kevlar shank provides moderate arch support.
- Custom Vibram soles absorb shock and make for an enjoyable walking experience. The traction is good too!
I imagine these would make the perfect urban commuting boot. Spray the suede uppers with Scotchguard and you're set. Those Vibram outsoles are super grippy yet lightweight and springy, protecting soles from the hard sidewalks.
I waited a few weeks before reviewing the 24 Seven boot because I wanted to wear it around on different surfaces to really put it to the test. From city sidewalks to concrete floors and even a walk in the woods, my feet felt happy. No pressure points, cramping or heel pain–not even a peep from my bunions and hammertoes. Yes, they're still a little difficult to get on, but once I do, I don't want to take them off. If you have high insteps too, Samuel Hubbard does carry a lace-up boot and an oxford that may be easier to get on. As of now, Samuel Hubbard for women only come in medium widths, but hopefully soon we'll see them in wides too. I ordered the 24 Sevens in a 10 for my and they fit like a glove (I'm a small 10).
I'll be first to say that $225 is a wad of cash to spend on a pair of ankle boots. I think you'd have to wear them "24 Seven" as the style name suggests to get your money's worth. But friends, you will want to wear them daily and into the evening.
Have you heard of Samuel Hubbard footwear? Do you own a pair? I'd love to know what you think of the fit, feel, and overall comfort.
9 Responses to Samuel Hubbard Footwear | See the Sensational 24 Seven Boot
Oh my gosh…I was so excited about this boot! I love the look, but there is no way I could ever justify the cost…I need a new car first. 😳
I will buy these in one second when one of the stores I frequent has them available. Nordstrom and Zappos, come on!
They look cool! And well made.
Kirsten, time passes, yet you only get cuter and cuter!
I will call Nordstroms to see if they carry them. They look so good, wonder if they are light weight. I will want to try on before I buy a pair.
Where are they available?
These are really good looking and they do look great for almost any terrain. And the space difference between the heel and flat part of the sole is high enough to get a metatarsal bar on there for those with Morton neuromas. Cute scarf!
It seems Samuel Hubbard shoes are based in Rochester, NH according to their website. Your post says they are designed in Mill Valley, CA?


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Kardashians star lashes out when asked about sister Kim
We imagine that life can get pretty tedious, living in the shadow of the Kardashian-Jenner sisters.
Brody Jenner, the son of Bruce, proved our point during an interaction with awaiting paparazzi at Sydney Airport this weekend.
The reality star unleashed his fury after being quizzed about his famous step-sister, Kim.
The 31-year-old was reportedly left fuming by the paparazzi's questions, and was heard bellowing: "You're going to ask me about my f***ing sister?"
Brody, who gained fame alongside Lauren Conrad on The Hills, was then seen swearing at the man in question, while his bodyguard tried his best to lead him away from the scene.
He quickly changed his tune, however, and posed happily with those loyal fans who only had eyes for him!
Despite featuring regularly in the Kardashians' reality show, Brody is known for being fiercely protective over his sisters and tends not to talk about his family in the media.
Poor Brody. There really is no escaping the Kardashians, is there?


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Mark Colvin presents PM Monday to Friday from 5:10pm on Radio National and 6:10pm on ABC Local Radio. Join Mark for the latest current affairs, wrapping the major stories of each day.
Monday 12 May 2003
PM covers a broad spectrum of issues relevant to all sections of Australia's geographically and culturally diverse community. It looks behind political, economic, industrial, business, social, cultural, rural, regional and arts stories. Below is the program summary with links to transcripts and audio (if available).
On the opening day of the first Bali bombings trial, the defence team for the key suspect of the Bali bombings, Amrozi, has questioned the very legal basis of the terrorism charges brought against him. 200 people, including 88 Australians, died in the Kuta nightclub bombings, and before the trial began, Indonesian police and even judges had said confidently that Amrozi would be found guilty for his role.
Reporter Mark Bowling joined Mark Colvin on the line a little earlier from Bali, and Mark Colvin asked him how seriously this legal challenge was being taken?
Today the Prime Minister tried to move forward, explaining on radio why now was the right time to make the decision for the Governor-General to stand aside. His view – it was the combination of the fact that the allegations had now turned into a legal case, and the previously existing row over the claims from the Anglican Church in Brisbane.
When Dr Hollingworth stepped aside yesterday, it also became clear that he'd changed his tactics in dealing with allegations that he'd mishandled sexual abuse claims while Anglican Archbishop of Brisbane. When the Church's Board of Inquiry report was released 10 days ago, the Governor-General accepted the finding that he had made an error of judgement in one particular case, and offered an apology. But the Prime Minister says that Dr Hollingworth is now arguing that he was denied natural justice.
The insurance conglomerate, Promina, shrugged off the woes of AMP and others to make an impressive debut on the local stockmarket earlier today; its share price soared 9 per cent, suggesting Promina is well equipped to handle the sector's broader volatility.
Tomorrow the Treasurer delivers his eighth Budget, amid concerns that the global economy might slow further during 2004, and especially that the US economy might dip back into recession. It could be Mr Costello's final Budget if John Howard retires as Prime Minister in the next 12 months. But whether that happens or not, it's a Budget that the Government will want to bolster its record for sound economic management, especially if there's any possibility of a slowdown elsewhere.
On higher education, the Government calls tomorrow's Budget the biggest shake-up in a long time. One of the most controversial elements is the proposed carrot of $400 million for universities that overhaul their governing councils and see their unionised staff move to individual workplace agreements. Student and academic groups say the changes amount to fewer government-funded places and an erosion of access to education for low-to-middle income Australians.
When it comes to the environment, the Federal Opposition and the Greens accuse the Government of promising big but spending small. They say they'll view tomorrow's budget withe great scepticism, because the Government has a record of only spending around half the money it's promised to the environment.
Labor leader Simon Crean came face-to-face today with the people he says are "running" his only leadership rival, Kim Beazley. Both camps are accusing each other of not having the guts to bring on a leadership ballot, but those hoping for some action were sorely disappointed. Labor's caucus today met for the first time since leadership tensions between Mr Crean and Mr Beazley erupted last month.
Many Australians long ago took sides on the case of the Secret Women's Business, also known as the Hindmarsh Island affair. The affair began in 1988 as a simple development approval for a marina, but soon rose far higher. The then Aboriginal Affairs Minister banned the construction of a bridge because of secret concerns held by Ngarrindjeri women. Investigative journalist Margaret Simons has spent the past four years examining the ramifications of the case. Her book, released today, concludes that the Royal Commission was a sham, and that there were fundamental flaws in rule of law, parliamentary democracy, and the media's coverage of the affair.


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GDT News Roundup: New film, new books
First let's start with this twitter bomb from @RealGDT:
News: I will shoot a new film in August in Toronto. Jul-Nov, LACMA will have an exhibition of my movie stuff + 500 pieces from Bleak House.
— Guillermo del Toro (@RealGDT) March 11, 2016
New Film shooting in August
This one is still being kept under wraps. The known films out there right now, Fantastic Voyage and Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark, are unlikely candidates. Seems the pre-production time needed for FANTASTIC VOYAGE makes it unlikely to be ready in August, and SCARY STORIES just got a writing team selected. This one's a mystery, folks, and likely to be a surprise. I've never successfully predicted Guillermo's next movie, and it is safe to say I won't this time either.
Guillermo del Toro Art Exhibit
Now this one, I do know a little about. Guillermo has curated a touring exhibit that is tribute to his creative process: it focuses on his common themes, his notebook, and his expansive art and pop culture collection that resides at Bleak House. As Guillermo mentions, it will include 500+ pieces from his personal collection. The exhibit starts at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) from July to November 2016, and will then move to the Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO), the Minneapolis Museum of Art (MIA), New York, and these international destinations: Mexico City, Paris, and Barcelona.
DEVIL'S BACKBONE / PAN'S LABYRINTH Book from Centipede Press
This new book from Centipede Press will ship in April. Edited by Danel Olson, it includes interviews, photographs concept drawings and a collection of essays on the films' common themes. Also included are reflections from cast members GDT, Ivana Baquero and Fernando Tielve.
PAN'S LABYRINTH book from Harper Collins
This book from Harper Collins will be a behind-the-scenes look into the making of the Academy Award winning film, PAN'S LABYRINTH and is written by Mark Cotta Vaz and Nick Nunziata. The book will ship on October 18th.
The Art of THE STRAIN
Guillermo's "Art of" books are always the best – and next up is THE ART OF THE STRAIN, from Insight Editions, coming June 28 (right around the start of Season 3). This hardbound book will be a complete behind-the-scenes guide, including concept art, story themes, character profiles, VFX breakdowns and more. Preorder now for $45.


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Sprite Castle Episode 022: Mario Bros
Released in 1984 by Atari.
On this episode of Sprite Castle I kick turtles and take names.
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ASUS has quietly added yet another model in its lineup of Ultrabooks in the form of VivoBook S300, offering Intel's Core i7 Ivy Bridge processing power and Windows 8 Pro experience on a 13.3-inch touchscreen TFT panel. At just 0.8 inches thick and 3.9 pound, the new Notebook can be had with a range of different processor options, which follow below.
- Intel Celeron 847 ULV
- Intel Pentium 987 ULV
- Intel Core i3-2365U
- Intel Core i3-3217U
- Intel Core i5-3317U
- Intel Core i7-3517U
Equipped with a resolution of 1366 x 768 pixel, the unit will also have 320GB or 500GB hard drive options. It has a VGA port, 2 USB 2.0 ports, 1 USB 3.0 port, HDMI and audio jacks. Other features on the VivoBook S300 include WiFi, Bluetooth 4.0, Gigabit Ethernet, and an SD card reader.
No words on pricing yet. Though, now that its big brother costs just $700, we suspect it to be selling around $600 or less. Stay tuned with us for a follow-up post.


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Am I to fat to date?
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What Guys Said 25
That's a pretty bad photo. You look good there. Nice rack! Maybe a better photo?22|01|0
its a really bad photo
Very blurred but you don't look fat00|00|0
Suggest retaking a picture. Your body looks fine.00|00|0
No, you're a very blurry person tho.00|00|0
I gotta dress modest religion...
your body seems to be a bit thicker than the "model size" but I think this is how it is natural and I would absolutely date you :)00|00|0
More important to be fit than thin not quite there yet though
Not at all00|00|0
Your hands look pudgy lol00|00|0
Lol so true 😂😂😂
Absolutely not.00|00|0
No. You look pretty. I actually prefer your body type than being super skinny (honestly speaking). The only thing I don't find attractive is a sad/ serious look on your face.00|00|0
Yes. Seriously! Fat doesn't automatically mean unattractive to me (unless to obese levels). You can also see paintings of women throughout the history. Most of them would be "fat" according to today's standards (though not obese). But, why would everyone paint them if they were unattractive? I think the media is just too blind and obsessed with skinny models. My preference -- neither too skinny nor obese. Anyway, your body is pretty. Just your face needs to be more happy to look attractive.
Nope you look attractive enough to date, just fine that special guy!00|00|0
Sorry, I have an aversion to blurry people. Still, for a blurry person you've got it goin' on.00|00|0
Not at all00|00|0
You are too blurry to date 😛😂00|00|0
Fat? I just see a big chest, apparently.00|00|0
I'm pretty sure you're not fat00|00|0
Actually you look fit enough. Though you should smile a little.00|00|0
nope. Not at all. you're fine00|00|0
Dear lord no.00|00|0
no your not, but you wouldn't be first choice00|00|0
No way!!! I'd take you on a date ;-)00|00|0
Wouldn't it depend on the guy?00|00|0
Nah You are beautiful no gorgeous if I was given the chance I would date you in a minute and get to know you for sure00|00|0
errr u are too skinny actually.00|00|0
You don't look fat at all00|00|0
What Girls Said 23
Who told you that you were fat?
You are sooooo nooottttt fat!
Every guy I know would go out with you in a second!
If you think you are fat coz you got really amazing sexy big boobs, then you are confused as to what fat is! I have been dumped by guys to go out with a girl like you!00|00|0
There are tons of guys who love your body type. Face is more important to most.11|00|0
No you are not to fat to date! Y would you ever think that! Even if you had ten more pounds you would still not be too fat!00|00|0
OMG yes. I mean, you could take out nations, let alone ants... Jesus woman.
I'm taking the piss. If you think you are fat, I'm a well hung donkey with a vagina for a face.11|00|0
hell no ur not. anyone who thinks so doesn't deserve u anyway.00|00|0
You tell em Anna!
no, you're not fat, for one!
and secondly, weight has nothing to do with dating.00|00|0
No, you're not.
But is it really that hard to take non-blurry pictures?00|00|0
Hell NO! If your to fat then I can't! LOL00|00|0
you are not fat.. just a bit chubby. and it will not affect how many people will like to date you..00|00|0
Bad quality. But you don't look fat at all...00|00|0
No sweetie you're not fat. You look fine and you are very pretty to me. :)00|00|0
No but you lack the ability to take a proper picture lol00|00|0
Bitch please! All your fat goes to your tits. You know how fortunate you are?00|00|0
the picture is blurry but no i dont think so don be insecure00|00|0
You're not the skinniest but certainly not fat00|00|0
No not at all. That is one very blurry photo though.00|00|0
Nobody is too fat to date. Have you ever heard of / seen a show called Ton of Love?00|00|0
that's a terrible photo. From what I can see you look fine.00|00|0
Absolutely not! You're curvy. And I'm SO jealous.00|00|0
Not a good picture really but judging from your profile pic, you look cute :)00|00|0
Not at all.00|00|0
Photo is too blurry00|00|0
Can't really tell because the photo is very blurry but im sure you're fine00|00|0
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The Obong of Calabar and grand patriarch of Efik Kingdom, His Eminence Ekpo Abasi Otu, has said that the Efik were considering the invitation by the people of Southern Cameroon to form a republic as the Federal Government had sold their ancestral land to Cameroon.
The Obong, at the solemn assembly organised by the Efik Kingdom and the entire Bakassi people through the Save Bakassi Group, yesterday, in Calabar, Cross River State, after the Federal Government refused to file for a review of International Court of Justice, ICJ, verdict, said the people were weighing the options available to them.
Meantime, Governor Liyel Imoke of Cross River State, has, advised the people of Bakassi to remain calm, saying that the government and the elected representatives of the state were committed to the course and will continue to pursue it until it was redressed.
Governor Imoke, who gave the assurance, when the royal fathers and the people of Bakassi, led by the kingmakers of Efik Kingdom after a solemn assembly, went on a protest march to the governor's office over Federal Government's decision to hand over Bakassi to Cameroon, said that the challenge of Bakassi remained with the people and that it was a challenge that must be confronted.
He described October 10, 2012 as a very important day in the history of the people adding that as the displaced people of Bakassi and the Efik Kingdom decided to commit their challenge unto God with prayers, God will look into their plights and console them.
The governor said that in time of seeming adversity, there will still be something good, adding that the problem of Bakassi was a challenge that had stayed for 10 years, which had gone international.
Coordinator of Save Bakassi Group, Mr. Maurice Ekong told Vanguard that it was only the beginning of a long drawn battle for sovereignty as the fate of Bakassi could not be foreclosed by the Attorney General of the Federation, Mr. Mohammed Adoke, who was not prepared to work on the case and for Bakassi people.
He said: "We have a right to approach the United Nations with our case as indigenous people, whose culture and history have come under threat of extinction from Cameron.
"The denial of Bakassi people their Nigerian citizenship makes mockery of Nigerian government's declaration of Citizen Diplomacy as a cardinal plank of its foreign policy. A government has a responsibility to defend its citizens and the people of Bakassi have all these years seen themselves as Nigerians, but we have been deceived on a grand scale."
Abasi Otu, who was represented on the occasion by Chairman of Etubom Traditional Council, Etubom Bob Duke, said that they had to embrace their fate after being deceived and rejected by the Federal Government of Nigeria over the ceded oil-rich island, which they described as their heritage and ancestral home.
Also speaking at the event attended by prominent Efik sons and daughters in the country and in the diaspora, Chief Barbara James, who had liaised with the wife of the former Prime Minister of Britain, Mrs. Blair to get international lawyers and assemble materials to be presented at the Hague for the review, which the country turned down, said that already, they were taking the matter to the United Nations and African Union to agitate for self determination as well as report cases of human rights abuse.
Chief James said: "We shall rise from our shell that justice must reign. We had lost Bakassi, we had lost 76 oil wells, this injustice cannot continue. We are being advised by the wife of the former British Prime minister, Mrs. Tony Blair. We are advised at the international level.
"The Federal Government has to tell us why we were not protected. Enough is enough. We prepared a 12-paragraph document, legal brief, a very strong brief and evidence of human rights abuses to submit, but we were told that if Nigeria appealed against the judgment, it would not have good relationship with the international diplomatic corps.
"We have options, we are going to pursue these options at the United Nations and African Union. We have international legal experts advising us. This injustice will not stand."
Also speaking, former Senator representing Cross River South, Senator Bassey Henshaw, recalled that when the Cameroon security agents were killing and maiming Bakassi people, it was the late Gen. Sani Abacha who went to repel the Cameroon soldiers to protect the people and create Bakassi Local Government Area.
Source: Naija.ng


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Private bathroom
This air-conditioned room has a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. It also includes an electric kettle, a safety deposit box, a sofa, a satellite LCD TV, a minibar and free WiFi.
Room Facilities: Safe, Air conditioning, Desk, Heating, Carpeted, Fireplace, Interconnecting room(s) available, Wardrobe/Closet, Shower, Bathtub, Hairdryer, Free toiletries, Toilet, Bathroom, Toilet paper , Telephone, Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, Minibar, Refrigerator, Electric kettle, Wake-up service, Towels.
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|CD, CD-R, CD-RW, VCD, DVD, DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW, Blu-ray, Blu-ray recordable (BD-R), Blu-ray re-recordable (BD-RE)
|Is it 4K?
|No, Full HD
|Supported video formats
|576p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p, 1080p24, Upconverts all signals to HDMI
|Is it 3D?
|Video formats
|AVCHD, DivX, JPEG, MKV, MP4, MPEG, XVid
|Audio formats
|Surround sound processing
|Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby True HD, DTS, DTS-HD Master Audio
Inputs and Outputs
|HDMI connections
|1 out
|Digital Co-axial connections
|1 out
|USB connections
|1, To playback from USB sticks, To playback from USB hard drives
|Screen Mirroring
|Remote Control
|Remote control included
|HDMI lead included?
|Dimensions (W x H x D)
|360 x 200 x 36 mm
|Net weight
|1.19 kg
|Boxed dimensions (W x H x D)
|416 x 298 x 83 mm
|Gross boxed weight
|1.9 kg
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Dainty, feminine and perfect for day or evening attire, these long strands necklace are embellished by natural vegetable ivory beads.
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Threads of Buriti Fibre and Vegetable Ivory seeds with hypoallergenic gold plated clasp. Drop down necklace approximately 55cm long
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The hit iOS game finally comes to Android!
Time to hit the lanes with Strike! Ten Pin Bowling.
Throw the ball like a pro with the best bowling control system on Android.
With practice, you'll be curving the ball in to the pocket, converting the 7-10 split and even bowling the perfect game.
Featuring super smooth graphics, realistic physics and perfectly balanced gameplay - You won't be able to resist bowling another ten frames of the world's favourite family sport.
• Quick, Intuitive control system - Add spin with a flick of your finger!
• Authentic gameplay for ages 3 - 103.
• Full Classic 10 Pin Game.
• Mini Game Taster Game.
• 3 Mini Games with 4 Levels each to challenge even the best bowlers.
• Tuned for short burst gaming with super fast navigation.
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...And much, much more to come!
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Also in the new Version:
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Resource Partitioning and the Organizational Dynamics of 'Fringe Banking'
We examine the emergence and proliferation of payday lenders, fringe businesses that provide small short-term, but high-cost loans. We link the organizational dynamics of these businesses to two trends in consumer lending in the United States: the continuing consolidation of mainstream financial institutions; and the expansion of such institutions in the provision of financial services regarded as similar to payday loans. We explain the coexistence in mature industries of large-scale organizations in the market center and smaller specialists in the periphery by testing and extending the organizational model of resource partitioning. Our focus is on two under-examined aspects of the model: the dynamic underlying the partitioning process, and the conditions under which the market remains partitioned. The empirical analysis covers payday lenders, banks, and credit unions operating in Wisconsin between 1994 and 2008.
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WREXHAM climbed out of the wreckage of a 2-0 LDV Vans Trophy defeat at Carlisle to return and snatch three precious away points at Brunton Park.
They left it late with substitute Hector Sam firing the winner three minutes from time, but Wrexham are now up to fifth.
Manager Denis Smith's shrewd decision to go with three strikers with Sam replacing midfielder Stephen Thomas was one last throw of the dice that paid off.
Lee Jones, who got Wrexham's first-half equaliser, set up the winner for Sam, who even forgot about the freezing temperatures to whip off his shirt in celebration.
That got him a yellow card and in injury time, Carlisle scorer Richie Foran, who had also been booked, was given a straight red card for a two-footed tackle on Paul Barrett.
Smith said, "It was a gamble to go with three up front, but fortunately it paid off. It was a pleasing result and performance after missing so many chances here in the LDV in midweek. "We've had problems this week and we've actually had two players having late fitness tests here before the game."
Centre back Dennis Lawrence passed his, but top scorer Andy Morrell didn't and his place up front went to Jones who put in an eye-catching performance.
Wrexham were also without the influential Brian Carey in de-fence and suspended skipper Darren Ferguson in midfield.
It all came unstuck for them after only five minutes when the fiery Foran gave Carlisle the lead and Wrexham's hard work was not rewarded with an equaliser until 12 minutes before half-time.
The energetic Jones hustled Des Byrne into a mistake and he beat goalkeeper Matt Glennon with a low 25-yarder that was deflected en-route by defender Michael Taylor.
But it was no more than the Red Dragons deserved and it was all to play for in the second half.
Wrexham were indebted to young goalkeeper Paul Whitfield for two breathtaking saves he made from Darren Kelly's header and then another magnificent one-handed save that kept out Brian Shelley's 30 -yarder.
Wrexham kept working relentlessly with Jones showing a will-ingness to chase anything and everything. Fittingly, it was Jones who set up the winner for Sam in the 87th minute.


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We are outdoors A LOT. And fair-skinned.
At the end of the day, I really would like to limit the amount of chemical sunscreen we use as a family. And one very realistic way to do this is to keep our skin covered with quality sun wear.
We've been testing out the Sunday Afternoons sun wear for the last month and are completely impressed. There is a quality difference between a product like Sunday Afternoons and say, Old Navy. The fabric is more durable, less given to snagging, and staining easily. They have quickly become my kid's favorite shirts.
Test in: Beach, pool, hiking, camping
Cost: $20-$36
Best Use: For sun protection while swimming, camping, hiking, or just adventuring!
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Selling Points:
Great Fabric and Colors: Like mentioned above, as compared to other swim shirts that are less expensive, I have noticed higher performance in the Sunday Afternoons shirts. The fabric is slightly thicker, less given to snagging (which happens so easily with swim shorts and suits), and less given to staining. I am not sure what it is with quick dry synthetic shirts, but many of my kid's shirts have stained super easily! We've not had this problem with these shirts. They also dry extremely quickly, as they should!
Higher collar: The swim shirts have a higher collar protecting the back of the neck from the sun.
Comfortable: Ultimately they need to be stretchy and comfortable, otherwise my kids won't wear them. They love these shirts and wear them for hiking and play even more than just swimming.
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UPF 50+ certified sun rating wet or dry
4-way stretch, ultra-breathable chlorine / saltwater resistant fabric
Raglan cut sleeves allow full range of motion
Flat-lock stitching won't irritate skin
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Sizes: Boy's 2T, 3T, 4T, S, M, L (see clothing sizing chart)
Designed in the USA/Imported
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Higher collar: Like the swim shirts, the sun shirts have a higher collar protecting the neck while playing, hiking, or climbing.
Light weight fabric: The fabric is light and airy, allowing the kids to remain cool even when it is hot outside. The shirt is stretchy and comfortable.
Super cute! The girly detailing on the shirt was a winner right from the start!
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UPF 50+ certified sun rating
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Anti-microbial properties
Flat-lock stitching
Regular Fit
Sizes: Girl's 2T, 3T, 4T, S, M, L (see clothing sizing chart)
Designed in the USA / Imported
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Some of you might ask why on earth you'd wear a sun sleeve. I did. Until I started road biking. Then I realized how awesome they are for quick changes while on the move when temperatures are heating up! In fact, these arm sleeves are going backpacking with me. No more having to take my pack off and on as temperatures change while on the trail. I can slip the sleeves off and stow them in a hip pocket.
In addition, once you've had enough of the sun, just put them back on to protect your skin, especially in high alpine areas. They are lightweight, thin, allow air flow, and the white helps reflect some of the heat.
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UPF 50+ certified sun rating
S.Cafe® fabric technology for superior wicking and breathability
Anti-microbial properties
Flat-lock stitching with elasticized top cuff for secure fit
Close to skin fit
Sizes: Men and Women's S/M and L/XL (see sizing chart)
Designed in the USA / Imported
Suggested Improvements: The sun sleeves aren't as stretchy as the knit ones we are accustomed too. We'd like them to be looser around the upper arm and slightly stretchier.
Bottom Line: Sunday Afternoons makes and designs a fantastic line of sun wear for the whole family. A great buy for the family looking to limit sunscreen usage, and wanting higher quality clothing that will last through many kids.


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Date Posted: 10/19/2016
Location: York, PA 17404
Company: SpiriTrust Lutheran
Job Type: Occasional
SpiriTrust Lutheran is now hiring a Dining Services Assistant.
SpiriTrust Lutheran provides residential living, personal care, skilled nursing and rehabilitation services in six senior living communities; home healthcare, home health telemonitoring, in-home support services and hospice care; a community-based program that allows skilled nursing-eligible seniors to remain living in their homes; and a range of community outreach services, including a Health, Education and Life Enrichment Program (H.E.L.P.) Center, case management, counseling services, financial literacy programs, deaf and hard of hearing services, domestic violence/abuse intervention and several volunteer-based assistance programs.
SPIRITRUST LUTHERAN started in 1951 with $9,000 and a modest office on Market Street in York. Today, SpiriTrust Lutheran is one of the leading non-profit organizations in the region. SPIRITRUST LUTHERAN and its program agencies and subsidiaries serve nearly 15,000 people each year.
At SpiriTrust Lutheran, our employees are a highly valued resource. Their dedication, skill and commitment enable us to provide excellent service and care within our continuing care retirement communities, community outreach programs and home care services. We offer: Competitive salaries Comprehensive benefits package Education assistance Career advancement/professional growth Friendly, team-oriented environment If you are ready to join us for a rewarding career.
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Responsible for performing a variety of duties relating to the preparation and serving of food; complying with established sanitation standards, personal hygiene, and health standards; achieving goals as established in the department's annual operating plan; reporting pertinent information to the immediate
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Who is taller?!
Adrianne Curry is taller than Bo Derek by 17cm.
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Send me a picture of your 2CV and AC number if you do not find it on these pages. I am trying to be complete, but know there still are many missing.
On these pages you find relatively simple paper craft models of the Citroen 2CV, in the various versions and various colors they appeared on the market. Having children and driving a 2Cv myself, there was a growing demand to have a paper 2CV. I browsed the web but was not satisfied with the paper models found, which were either beautiful but complex (at least for a 5 year old) or a little overly simplified. So I started to build one myself, keeping it simple but with enough detail.
OK, I admit it, I went a little overboard. You now find paper models of 2CV AZ, AZU, AK250, AK350, AK400, the Dyane, the 2CV TPV, even a pick-up variant of the 2CV, and newly added a 2CV 2007 Retro version and a 2CV caravan. The Mehari and AMI6 are in preparation. Actually, they are done, and you find them in in this book on Amazon.com, or here on Createspace
For the 2CV, I tried to keep up with the major changes, as much as detectable from the various Citroen brochures. After boiling it down to about eight versions, the question came what color to apply. A realistic one, preferably. Luckily Cats citroen pages and the Dutch Ami association gave some indication about Citroen colors (you can find lists of AC colors but your typical photoshop has no clue). Together with samples from photos (see for example this beautiful DS/ID page, this impressive AMI page, or this nice Dyane page) of real cars – as far as the number was identifyable – resulted in the still growing overview on this page. At the moment there are over 100 AC colors and over 200 paper 2CV models to download.
The list still is far from complete, and I appreciate any help. Feel free to comment and suggest additional colors and/or details by sending me color samples and/or images.
The previous version of this site gave a nice table showing a matrix of versions, colors and years (see images below). I did not find out how to re-build that overview in a simple way. To be added.


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Considering a Vasectomy Reversal?
Do you want to get pregnant yet your male partner has had a vasectomy? Perhaps he should consider a vasectomy reversal.
What is a vasectomy?
During a vasectomy procedure, a doctor (usually a urologist) blocks or cuts the vas deferens, found on the right and left side of a man's testicles. This blockage will prevent sperm from travelling through the penis during ejaculation.
A vasectomy is a permanent form of birth control that leads to male sterilization. After a vasectomy, a man is unable to produce sperm to fertilize a woman's eggs. Thus, he will be unable to get a woman pregnant.
What is a vasectomy reversal?
If your partner had a vasectomy, a vasectomy reversal may allow him to produce sperm to get you pregnant during intercourse.
A vasectomy reversal is a surgical procedure and is done under anesthesia. During a vasectomy reversal, the vas deferens is reconnected. This lets sperm travel from the testes out through the penis during ejaculation.
Types of vasectomy reversals
Before the vasectomy reversal, the surgeon will examine a fluid sample from the end of the vas deferens to check for sperm. If sperm are present, the surgeon will proceed with a vasovasostomy (VV).
If sperm are not visible during this preliminary evaluation, the surgeon will perform a procedure called a vasoepididymostomy (VE). A VE is necessary to overcome any problems or blockages in the epididymis, where the sperm are stored.
A VE is a more complex vasectomy reversal procedure than a VV. The VE has lower success rates. Some men may need both procedures: one done on either side.
Recovery is fast
If your partner has a vasectomy reversal, recovery is usually just a few days. Some men have some pain. However, in most cases of vasectomy reversal, pain medication helps to ease the discomfort.
Also, his doctor will recommend that he refrain from having sex for several weeks after vasectomy reversal. Heavy lifting and physical labor will be restricted until your partner has fully healed. He may have to wear a jockstrap to help him fully recover from the procedure.
Sperm levels after vasectomy reversal
After the vasectomy reversal, your partner will see his physician every few months to make sure his sperm count is normal. After a VV, sperm count and motility may be normal within a few months. After a VE, it may take months to a year for sperm counts to get to normal levels.
Vasectomy reversal versus IVF
You may wonder if vasectomy reversal is necessary for you and your partner in order to get pregnant. After a vasectomy, men have two primary options for getting pregnant again:
- They can have a vasectomy reversal.
- They can try in vitro fertilization (IVF). During IVF, sperm are surgically removed from your partner and used to fertilize your eggs.
Many couples believe the benefits of a vasectomy reversal outweigh the benefits of IVF to conceive after a vasectomy. Benefits of a vasectomy reversal over IVF include:
- Once your partner has recovered, he will be fertile for many years while with IVF he will only be able to conceive during that particular IVF cycle.
- Vasectomy reversal may be more cost-effective than IVF.
- During IVF, both you and your partner will have multiple procedures and multiple doctor visits; vasectomy reversal will require only your partner's participation.
- IVF can sometimes increase the chances of having a pregnancy with multiples, which may increase complications during pregnancy.
In vitro fertilization may be a better option for your partner if:
- A vasectomy reversal does not work.
- You have female factor infertility.
- You are over age 37 and have a limited window of time in which to conceive.
Vasectomy reversal does not guarantee fertility
Unfortunately, vasectomy reversal doesn't always work. Sometimes the surgeon is unable to reconnect the vas deferens. Normal sperm activity doesn't resume after vasectomy reversal for some men. However, your partner can repeat vasectomy reversals and let the surgeon try again.
Talk with your partner's urologist and see if vasectomy reversal can help you get pregnant.
Find a local fertility specialistSources
- American Pregnancy Association: Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection: ICSI
- American Society of Reproductive Medicine: management of infertility due to obstructive azoospermia
- American Urological Association Foundation: Vasectomy Reversal
- Report on Management of Obstructive Azoospermia
- NIH Facts About Vasectomy Safety


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This month, we've been talking about the top three factors that college admissions officers consider when making admissions decisions. So far, we've covered the first two: grades and course rigor. Today, we tackle the third most important factor: SAT and ACT scores. Why are SAT and ACT scores important? With so many headlines about colleges that have dropped test…Read More >


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The primary purpose of the American Red Brangus Association (ARBA) is to identify Red Brangus ancestry and record transfer of ownership. In addition, the ARBA serves to promote Red Brangus cattle, provide communication among the membership and compile performance information.
For purebred cattle to be of value and genetic progress to be made, absolute accuracy is imperative. Without accurate parentage records, genetic strengths and weaknesses may not be identified.
The collection and recordation of this information with accuracy is the joint responsibility of the membership and the ARBA staff. When members' records are detailed, timely and accurate, and this information is transmitted to the ARBA in accordance with established procedures, the process of registration and/or transfer can be efficiently expedited.


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"Since I am dieting and have to watch my sugar, I came up with this staple and have many versions of the guilt free french toast-this is my new favorite...yummy! This recipe uses gluten-free bread Ezekiel 4:9 Whole Wheat/Cinnamon Raisin. I usually do overnight soaking them in the egg wash to soften them up, so they can retain the goodness and yumminess of the ingredients since the bread is very chewy-hard to begin with. This process does not make it soggy, makes it better to cook with!! This recipe is enough for four slices of the bread. Preparation includes overnight soak. Food.com does not recognize a new item on the market called Ideal Confectionery-Its a powdered sugar substitute that is almost the real deal-great on anything!! No after taste and all natural!!"
Sugar-Free, Fat-Free French Toast
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YIELD:4 slices
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- 1 egg white
- 1⁄4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons sugar substitute (granular)
- 1⁄4 cup skim milk (sometimes I use Almond milk)
- 1⁄2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1⁄4 cup torani sugar-free caramel syrup or 1⁄4 cup vanilla syrup
- 4 slices whole wheat bread, cinnamon raisin (Ezekiel's 4 ( 9)
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- sugar-free syrup
- sugar-free jelly or sugar-free jam
- Mix all ingredients together-whisk thoroughly in a small dish.
- Dip both sides of the bread and set in a small overnight dish.
- Add remaining of the egg wash to the french toasts.
- Cover and refrigerate overnight.
- Uncover and cook on stovetop with non-stick spray.
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Artistic design is the focus of every piece of FREYWILLE jewellery. Each new collection is preceeded by continuous inspiration and original research in art history. Whether independently drawn collections or homage collections of world-renowned artists – each detail is the result of passionate design and careful research. Several collections take up immaterial and philosophical values, while others take inspiration from art-historical themes ranging from Greco-Roman art to contemporary art. For some collections the FREYWILLE artists have taken themes and motifs from the works of renowned European artists and given them contemporary artistic interpretation.
Every collection is unique in design and inspires loyal clients around the world. FREYWILLE continuously adds new designs to successful collections already launched.
FREYWILLE Classic Jewellery Edition covers a broad variety of jewellery and accessoiries in some of the most popular forms and shapes: earrings, pendants, bracelets, rings and brooches. The pure, and vivid colours of the artistic design in unique fire enamel with 24kt yellow gold powder or 18kt white gold powder, shine brightly framed by gold plated mountings or Rhodium-Palladium plated mountings.
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- Magic Bullet #7 is looking for contributors and advertisers
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- June 5: John Staton signing, noon to 6 p.m, Big Planet Comics, College Park, Md.
- June 8: John Staton signing, noon to 3 p.m., Big Planet Comics, College Park, Md.
- June 11: Visualizing Peace: Graphic Art & Social Change, with Andrew Aydin, Nate Powell and Dalia Ziada, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., Kenney Auditorium, Johns Hopkins University, Washington, D.C.
- June 14: Super Art Fight at Black Cat, Washington, D.C. Doors at 9 p.m.; show at 10 p.m. Tickets $15, on sale now.
- June 19: Mike Raicht, Zach Howard, and Austin Harrison signing, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Third Eye Comics, Annapolis, Md., and 4 to 6 p.m. at Third Eye Comics, Prince Frederick, Md.
- Opens June 21: Awake in the Dream World: The Art of Audrey Niffenegger, National Museum of Women in the Arts, Washington, D.C.
- June 21: Cartoon Picayune: The Hard Work Issue Release Party, 6 to 9 p.m., Studio F, Washington, D.C. (Facebook event page)
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