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It being Wednesday, we will now have the singing of the national anthem led by the hon. member for Medicine Hat.
[Members sang the national anthem]
House of Commons Hansard #5 of the 41st Parliament, 1st Session. (The original version is on Parliament's site.) The word of the day was budget.
2:05 p.m.
The Speaker Conservative Andrew Scheer
It being Wednesday, we will now have the singing of the national anthem led by the hon. member for Medicine Hat.
[Members sang the national anthem]
Tax Freedom DayStatements by Members
2:05 p.m.
Rob Anders Conservative Calgary West, AB
Mr. Speaker, I would first like to thank the voters of Calgary West for electing me to my sixth term in the House of Commons. It is a great honour and privilege to continue to serve them in this capacity.
Earlier this week, the Fraser Institute proclaimed tax freedom day. This is the day when the average Canadian family has earned enough money to pay all of their taxes.
This year tax freedom day fell on June 6. This is a significant improvement from 2000 when it fell on June 24. With this stable and reliable majority federal government, I hope to move closer to Alberta's tax freedom day of May 18 or, even better, the 1961 record of May 3.
With the help of my colleagues in this majority government, I hope we can continue to move tax freedom day significantly earlier. Let us have more freedom through less government.
EmploymentStatements by Members
2:05 p.m.
Laurin Liu NDP Rivière-des-Mille-Îles, QC
Mr. Speaker, I would like to begin by thanking the voters of Rivière-des-Mille-Îles for placing their trust in me on May 2. I plan to work hard in the coming months to ensure that families in my region are well represented here in Parliament.
The people of my riding are worried about the announcement made by Nova Bus, which is going to lay off 135 workers from its plant in Saint-Eustache. I was very disappointed to learn that 200 buses intended for the Canadian market will be assembled in its plant in the United States.
I promise to do everything I can to ensure that our tax dollars will be used to help families and create jobs here in Canada.
Don Valley WestStatements by Members
2:05 p.m.
John Carmichael Conservative Don Valley West, ON
Mr. Speaker, as I rise for the first time in this auspicious House, I am compelled to remember my roots as eighth generation Irish who came to this fledgling nation in 1848 seeking relief from famine, poverty and hopelessness.
Here I am today, sent by the great Canadians of Don Valley West, sent by the residents of Canada's great city Toronto, the "meeting place", and I pledge to honour their trust.
First, I thank God for this opportunity of service. I humbly thank all the people of Don Valley West, all my volunteers during the recent election, my wife and children who have encouraged and supported me through my journey to Ottawa.
Most especially, I want to give my thanks and appreciation for the brave and valiant Canadians who have given their all for this great nation. I pledge to honour their sacrifices by my service in the House.
Microcredit ProgramsStatements by Members
June 8th, 2011 / 2:05 p.m.
John McCallum Liberal Markham—Unionville, ON
Mr. Speaker, one year ago today the House of Commons unanimously passed my motion encouraging the government to increase funding for microcredit programs.
I have seen microcredit in action first-hand, and I can say that these programs are producing real results all over the world. These programs help the world's most disadvantaged people. Of course I was very disappointed that the budget presented this week does not contain a single new initiative on microcredit.
I am disappointed, but not surprised. The government has shown a lack of concern for people with low income, whether we are talking about tax credits for children taking music lessons here at home or whether we are talking about the poorest of the poor who depend on microcredit around the world.
Indifference to those less fortunate, whether at home or abroad, that is the common thread running through the government.
Cypress Hills—GrasslandsStatements by Members
2:05 p.m.
David Anderson Conservative Cypress Hills—Grasslands, SK
Mr. Speaker, 10 and a half years go by very quickly. I am proud to be back again with the support of so many good citizens of Cypress Hills—Grasslands. They eagerly expect good solid leadership as we carry through on long time commitments.
The long gun registry, that thorn in the side of westerners, will be revoked. The taxpayers' subsidization of political parties will be reduced. Farmers will actually be able to make their own business decisions. This is why I came to Ottawa.
It was not that long ago that I went to my business partners, my sister and her husband Wendy and Wendell Patzer, to see what they thought of me running for election. They were supportive, so we went ahead.
Over the years my mother has questioned me as to why I am doing this, especially after some particularly biting letter to the editor, but through it all she keeps praying for us. Sheila has been my heart for almost 30 years.
Volunteers have helped us election after election after election. My exceptional staff has reached out to so many constituents so effectively.
Once again, I thank my constituents of Cypress Hills—Grasslands for the privilege of representing them here in this great institution.
VisasStatements by Members
2:05 p.m.
François Pilon NDP Laval—Les Îles, QC
Mr. Speaker, I wish to take advantage of my first speech in the House to thank all the people in Laval—Les Îles who voted for me and all the volunteers who worked for me, and to congratulate all my colleagues on their election. Let me add that I am proud to be part of the great NDP family and that I will do everything I can to help families in my riding.
I rise in the House of Commons today to tell the Conservative government that it is high time to relax the laws on obtaining visitor visas. In my riding, as in many others in Canada, families cannot come together for weddings or funerals of loved ones because of the challenges involved in getting a visitor visa.
Powell RiverStatements by Members
2:10 p.m.
John Weston Conservative West Vancouver—Sunshine Coast—Sea to Sky Country, BC
Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize the people of Powell River and all others in the magnificent riding that I represent.
Maclean's magazine recently honoured Catalyst Paper Corporation of Powell River as one of Canada's 50 most socially responsible companies and Corporate Knights magazine named Catalyst one of Canada's 20 best corporate citizens.
I am honoured to have been re-elected to represent the great riding of West Vancouver—Sunshine Coast—Sea to Sky Country. There we will find some of Canada's most innovative and hard-working people whose efforts benefit not only our community, but also those of Canadians across the nation.
I would also like to salute the city of Powell River, which yesterday received the prestigious 2011 Willis Award for Innovation for its pioneering partnership with Catalyst.
In this global economic crisis, Powell River has worked closely with Catalyst, easing the company's taxes and keeping Canadians at work.
The people of Powell River and Catalyst exemplify the winning spirit of Canadian entrepreneurs. It is Canadians like them who have made our economic action plan a world-leading success.
Small BusinessStatements by Members
2:10 p.m.
Bernard Trottier Conservative Etobicoke—Lakeshore, ON
Mr. Speaker, as this is the first time I rise in the House, I would like to thank the constituents of Etobicoke—Lakeshore for having placed their trust in me.
I also want to congratulate you on your election. You are a breath of fresh air for the House.
I rise today to speak to an important measure announced by my colleague, the finance minister, when he brought down the budget on Monday. Our government is giving small businesses a hiring credit of up to $1,000. More than half a million businesses will be able to benefit from this credit. That is a concrete measure to help create jobs across the country.
Our government is a firm believer that small businesses drive our economy and we will always support them.
Conservative GovernmentStatements by Members
2:10 p.m.
Dan Harris NDP Scarborough Southwest, ON
Mr. Speaker, I am truly honoured and humbled by the confidence shown in me by the voters of Scarborough Southwest by electing me as their representative in the House of Commons.
In stark contrast to the Conservative government, I intend to represent all the people of Scarborough Southwest. I intend to use my time in this chamber to pressure the government to work for all Canadians struggling to make ends meet and to live with security and dignity.
The Conservatives have missed a chance to work for all Canadians, including the millions who did not vote for them. They have missed the opportunity to make life more affordable, to lift seniors out of poverty and provide new Canadians with adequate settlement services.
The intense personal stories I have heard from my constituents will motivate me in my work as their MP. Voters in Scarborough Southwest voted for change, and I intend to voice that message at every opportunity.
Automotive IndustryStatements by Members
2:10 p.m.
Dave Van Kesteren Conservative Chatham-Kent—Essex, ON
Mr. Speaker, our government is standing up for Canadian workers. Today, the Minister of Industry highlighted opportunities that lie ahead for the automotive industry.
Canada's economic action plan has helped create and maintain jobs and has helped firms modernize their operations. We will continue to strengthen our industries, such as auto parts manufacturing, with our low tax plan to protect the economy, continued deductions for modernizing plants and facilities and incentives for hiring new workers.
Our government is working with President Obama and his administration to deliver on the shared vision for perimeter security and economic competitiveness. We anticipate these new long-term partnerships will accelerate the legitimate flow of people and goods, while strengthening security and economic competitiveness.
With the restructuring of two of our key auto manufacturers and the worst of the recession behind us, the automotive industry is looking to the future. Now is the time to seize the opportunities that come with this upward momentum.
Plaisance Heritage CentreStatements by Members
2:10 p.m.
Mylène Freeman NDP Argenteuil—Papineau—Mirabel, QC
Mr. Speaker, it is an honour for me to rise in this House to represent the people of Argenteuil—Papineau—Mirabel. First, I would like to thank them for placing their trust in me in the recent election.
As I speak for the first time in the House, I would like to point out the exceptional work of the North Nation Mills Corporation's workers and volunteers, who are preparing for the new tourist season at the Plaisance Heritage Centre and Plaisance Falls. Their goal is to showcase the history of this village and its neighbouring communities. The Plaisance Heritage Centre helps keep the origins and the development of the Petite-Nation area alive in our memories.
Such initiatives contribute to the development and vitality of our villages and, therefore, I am proud to recognize the exceptional work done by all those involved.
We wish them much success in 2011.
International TradeStatements by Members
2:15 p.m.
Andrew Saxton Conservative North Vancouver, BC
Mr. Speaker, it is no surprise that our Conservative government is committed to expanding free trade because it creates new jobs and economic growth for hard-working Canadians. That is what we said during the campaign and that is what we are going to deliver.
We understand, as most Canadians do, that international trade is fundamentally a kitchen table issue. Almost 60% of our annual GDP and one in four Canadian jobs is directly or indirectly dependent on our exports.
Today the new NDP international trade critic is quoted as saying: "I don't accept that the NDP is opposed to trade deals."
I think the record is clear. Our party is for creating jobs through free trade while the NDP has not supported a single free trade agreement.
New jobs and economic growth to benefit Canadians continues to be our focus. We ask the opposition parties to work with us to strengthen and build trade opportunities that will be crucial to Canada's long-term economic success.
HockeyStatements by Members
2:15 p.m.
Kevin Lamoureux Liberal Winnipeg North, MB
Mr. Speaker, the NHL will be returning to Manitoba as the hopes and dreams of thousands were realized on May 31 when it was announced that the Atlanta Thrashers would be relocated to Winnipeg.
There was a request that the team pre-sell 13,000 season tickets by June 20. After some initial ticket offers to Manitoba hockey fans, the season tickets went on sale to the public on June 4 at 12:00 noon and 17 minutes later they were all gone. A waiting list of 8,000 with a $50 deposit has now been fulfilled.
I am proud to call Winnipeg my home. In my opinion it is the home of the greatest hockey fans in the world. Like most, I want our team to be called the Winnipeg Jets and I look forward to watching my team compete for the Stanley Cup.
I look forward to being a part of the whiteouts, and some of the loudest and most energized crowds that the NHL will ever have.
Go Jets go.
SyriaStatements by Members
2:15 p.m.
Bob Dechert Conservative Mississauga—Erindale, ON
Mr. Speaker, Canada remains gravely concerned about the situation in Syria, and the ongoing use of violence and torture against innocent people. Syria's blatant violations of its own human rights obligations threaten the security of the Middle East, a region which is undergoing important transition.
On May 24, our government took concrete actions against Syria, including various sanctions and imposing a freeze on the assets of those associated with the violent regime. Furthermore, Canada has called in the Syrian chargé d'affaires to raise our concerns and to once again call on Syria to cease the use of force against peaceful demonstrations.
The actions this weekend in the Golan demonstrate a regime that is becoming more isolated and desperate. It is an attempt to distract both domestically and internationally from its own failures and shortcomings, and Israel has every right to defend itself.
Today we hear that Britain and France will be bringing forward a resolution to the United Nations Security Council condemning the repression, and demanding accountability and action.
We will continue to work with our allies in the hopes that the regime will change its ways and end its brutal assault against the Syrian people.
World Oceans DayStatements by Members
2:15 p.m.
Fin Donnelly NDP New Westminster—Coquitlam, BC
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to mark World Oceans Day, an international day to observe the challenges facing our oceans, and to celebrate and encourage conservation. This year's theme is "Youth: The Next Wave for Change".
We know that young people care about the environment and are concerned for the future. The theme is intended to inspire young people to take action on environmental issues to effect lasting change.
Our oceans face serious risks. Climate change, pollution and overfishing have wreaked havoc on our oceans. The time to act is now.
Canada is lagging well behind in our duty to protect our ocean ecosystems. If we are to fulfill our 2012 commitment, we must dramatically increase the number of marine protected areas on all three coasts. We must also work to lower our emissions and use science-based conservation measures.
I encourage all members of the House to participate in World Oceans Day.
EmploymentOral Questions
2:20 p.m.
Toronto—Danforth Ontario
Jack Layton NDPLeader of the Opposition
Mr. Speaker, tax breaks for big corporations are costing us a lot of money. The government claims otherwise but the facts show that the results expected from such an investment have not been achieved. Large corporations are reinvesting only a small fraction of these big government handouts and are pocketing the rest.
Where is the job creation? Why is the Prime Minister pursuing this strategy, which is ineffective and yet so costly?
EmploymentOral Questions
2:20 p.m.
Calgary Southwest Alberta
Stephen Harper ConservativePrime Minister
Mr. Speaker, since the recession, the Canadian economy has created over 500,000 jobs. That is one of the most impressive track records in the industrialized countries. For this reason, we are rejecting the NDP's proposals to raise taxes.
EmploymentOral Questions
2:20 p.m.
Toronto—Danforth Ontario
Jack Layton NDPLeader of the Opposition
Mr. Speaker, let us look at a concrete example. Last year, the Prime Minister gave a gift of over $100 million to Esso Imperial Oil, a company that made over $2 billion in profit. It does not need help. Why then is it being offered such a gift?
Can the Prime Minister tell us how many new jobs Esso Imperial Oil created with this gift of $100 million? Where are the results? Where are the jobs?
EmploymentOral Questions
2:20 p.m.
Calgary Southwest Alberta
Stephen Harper ConservativePrime Minister
Mr. Speaker, in comparison to the other industrialized countries, the Canadian economy has one of the most impressive track records in terms of job creation. That is why we will continue to keep our taxes low, not only for big businesses but also for small and medium-sized businesses and for everyone. It is essential that we avoid the tax hikes proposed by the NDP.
EmploymentOral Questions
2:20 p.m.
Toronto—Danforth Ontario
Jack Layton NDPLeader of the Opposition
Mr. Speaker, one would think the Prime Minister would want to know how many jobs were created if he just gave $100 million to a large corporation. One would think he would want to know that. Canadians do.
He refuses to bring in a job creation strategy. In fact, what we are presented with in the budget is a job reduction strategy and Canadians want to know what jobs, what services, what programs will his government cut.
My question is, will the Prime Minister commit today not to cut services that are key to Canadian families? They are counting on these services.
EmploymentOral Questions
2:20 p.m.
Calgary Southwest Alberta
Stephen Harper ConservativePrime Minister
Mr. Speaker, of course we will not cut such services, but at the same time what we will not do to Canadian families is raise taxes, as the NDP proposes.
It is due in part to this government's reduction of taxes across the board many years ago, when we first took office, that the Canadian economy has one of the strongest job creation records anywhere in the industrialized world.
More than half a million jobs were created since the recession. That is the kind of policy we want to keep moving forward and that is why Canadians gave us a strong mandate.
EmploymentOral Questions
2:25 p.m.
Toronto—Danforth Ontario
Jack Layton NDPLeader of the Opposition
Mr. Speaker, there are plenty of places that the government should be looking for cuts, but it is not. For example, subsidies to profitable oil companies is a start, cracking down on tax havens is another measure that could be taken, or ending corporate tax giveaways.
Instead, we have cuts to environment, to fisheries, to defence, to the National Gallery. It speaks to the government's priorities: the corporate fat cats get the gold and Canadians get the coal.
I am asking simply, what other cuts does the Prime Minister have up his sleeve? What else are we going to hear about in days to come with regard to services that Canadians count on? Tell us a little more about—
EmploymentOral Questions
2:25 p.m.
The Speaker Conservative Andrew Scheer
The right hon. Prime Minister.


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Brewing processes and methods. How to brew using extract, partial or all-grain. Tips and tricks.
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I'm new in brewering and I live in Toronto, Canada. Does somebody know from where can I buy all stuff needed to make beer in my home. Thanks in advance
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This is a link to Canadian home brew shops. http://www.beerinfo.com/vlib/homebrew.html#CAN copy/paste it into your address bar and hit enter. Also www.ebay.com is a great place to find stuff. I'd also have to recommend the guys I buy from, www.beerathome.com. I'd try to stay with Canadian shops though, US shipping for heavy stuff can get expensive. Also, you can sub alot of equipment, like goto the hardware store and get a 'box' of copper tubing. The tubing is already coiled, cut out about 20', bend up the two ends, attach a hose, and bam! you have a wort chiller for about $14.00. Anyhow, my addy is firstname.lastname@example.com is you need further help.
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In a city as large as Toronto I would start the Yellow pages for shops that sell the above. Be sure to buy at least one good book on the subject. Don't start with a kit. Instead, get the shop(s) to provide a simple extract recipe and buy just enough "hardware" to make your 1st batch. READ. sterilize. Enjoy. Max Young
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E-Bay is a good source of brewing equipment,look under; Beer brewing supplies.
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NYC Mayor de Blasio Boycotts St. Patrick's Day Parade Over Its Anti-Gay Policy
In a bold move, New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio has announced that he'll be boycotting this year's St. Patrick's Day Parade based on the parade organizers' refusal to allow pro-gay participation.
The Associated Press writes:
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio will not be marching in the nation's largest St. Patrick's Day parade, deciding to skip one of his city's signature celebrations because the event organizers refuse to let participants carry pro-gay signs.
De Blasio will become the first mayor in decades to sit out the traditional march along Fifth Avenue.
"I will be participating in a number of other events to honor the Irish heritage of this city," said de Blasio on Tuesday during an unrelated press conference at City Hall. "But I simply disagree with the organizers of that parade."
The parade, a tradition that predates the city itself, draws more than 1 million people each March 17 to line one of Manhattan's most famous thoroughfares to watch about 200,000 participants. It has long been a mandatory stop on the city's political trail, and will include marching bands, traditional Irish dancers and thousands of uniformed city workers.
Naturally we're sure this will snowball into people claiming that de Blasio is anti-Irish or anti-Irish Catholic. That clearly isn't the case and we applaud him for standing firm in his convictions and in his support for the LGBT community.
(H/T: Queerty)
Is the Mayor choosing one group over another?? There are many good people in both groups, everyone can march you just can't march under a banner. I do not think straight people could march under a banner claiming they are straight. Sexuality has nothing to do with a parade. It's all about leprechauns and four leaf clovers, I would like to see the new Mayor march.
↵if ANY other organization is allowed to carry a banner of any kind, then it is pure bigotry to not let there be a gay presence under banners as well. if heterosexuals wanted to carry a banner about being straight, they could, and no one would stop them. Kathie G should put herself into someone elses shoes before speaking.
i love when people say oh straight people don't have a parade......or in the st pattys parade that straights don't have a banner.....come on.....who are you fooling?.....straights kiss, hold hands in public......have PDAs....public displays of affection ALL the time....tell everyone my wife my husband........my boyfriend my girlfriend.....to mean this is the person i am with....that i love........and then everyone knows they are straight.....at least in that case.....unless they are really bisexual or a closeted gay person trying to hide.....but really? come on.....all over the world....straight people hold hands....dance together....get married....date.....talk about their wives, husbands boyfriends and girlfriends......and then assholes tell gay people to not talk about their partners.....wives or husbands now that finally gay marriage is legal in some states.......come on.....please be honest if you're going to talk about something.....don't bullshit people like they were born yesterday! and you know exactly what i'm saying.......don't pretend like what i'm saying isn't the truth.........its real....its the real truth!


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Question from Mark: My wife and I are big organic gardeners in Fredericksburg and learn from you on the radio every weekend. We have an unusual bug we see periodically. We call it a "camo bug" since it covers itself with debris so you cannot see any of the bug except the legs - if you get real close. Do you know what this is?
Answer from Howard: It's probably the lacewing trash bug. Here's the information on the website DirtDoctor.com: Lacewing Trash Bug
Reply from Mark: That's it! We have seen about six of them over the past four years. Three in leaf debris under post oaks, and two in the garden. I also saw a pair once. I was on my stomach in the dirt at our back sidewalk trying to get pics of one of them, and here comes a second one moseying up. As you know, it is very hard to get a clear picture trying to zoom in on a 1/4 inch bug since the field of view is very short. My wife saw one replace a piece of trash that had fallen off. Thanks for solving the mystery!
This email reminded me of an important point about the Texas Bug Book. This insect isn't in the book. I learned about it after the book was published. As I have mentioned on the radio show often, this book has a bad title because the information on beneficials and pests in the book is good, for the most part, from coast to coast and border to border. On the other hand, we keep learning new things. The key is to use the book and rely on the website to provide the updates.
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sparkling sugar cranberries
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These are so pretty, Carol! Love the idea of using them to decorate a holiday table!ReplyDeleteReplies
Thank you, Laura! It's funny, as I was writing the post I was thinking of a bunch of great uses. A holiday table would be lovely - with greens! :)Delete
They are incredibly festive and so easy to make! I bet it works with grapes too.ReplyDeleteReplies
Thanks, Paula! Great idea! Definitely worth a try! :)Delete
This picture is amazing! Love the rich red color of the cranberries with the sparking sugar & the little bit of green in the glass dish! I love the recipe/process as well. I like the idea of using grapes but am not sure you can top the look you have with the cranberries. The stores now sell the very small grapes in bunches. I am wondering if using this process with the bunches would work? I think that could make another awesome display. Thanks Carol, I love your blog!ReplyDeleteReplies
Thanks so much for stopping by and leaving your sweet comment, Fran!!!Delete
Oh yes, I am making these!!! They are so incredibly beautiful, they really add an elegant touch to so many things!ReplyDeleteReplies
Thank you so much, Faith!!! You will really enjoy them! :)Delete
This works great on grapes and kumquats. My mom made these for many years to garnish turkey and ham platters as well as tiered stands of sweets. So nice!ReplyDeleteReplies
Thanks for the info, Nicki!!!Delete
Every year I use half a bag of cranberries for some kind of cranberry sauce creation, and then stick the other half in the freezer, but never remember to use it! Now thanks to your tips on storing the cranberries (I didn't know they would last that long in the fridge), and baking with the cranberries (while still frozen), I think I might need to invest in two bags this year! At the very least, I want to reserve some to make these little gems!ReplyDelete
Thank you for all sorts of cranberry inspiration : )Replies
Allison, thanks so much! I'm so happy you found the little tidbits helpful. I learn a lot myself when I'm doing research for the post. Enjoy the sugared cranberries!Delete
Almost too pretty to eat! Fantastic idea for the holiday table.ReplyDeleteReplies
Thank you very much, Kristen! Thanks for stopping by!Delete
With enough time, they will make it to my Thanksgiving table for sure. I've seen grapes done this way, but I like cranberries better. They are on my grocery list for sure.ReplyDeleteReplies
I hope you're able to try them - they don't take much time at all, just planning ahead! Enjoy, and thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment!Delete
they are so pretty. I'm thinking about Christmas table more than Thanksgiving. I think I'll make some and mail them to my MIL, she'd love it!ReplyDeleteReplies
Thank you, Roxana! Christmas table is perfect! Thanks so much for stopping by!Delete
I agree with you Carol- these cranberries are sparkling jewels and were just beautiful on your chocolate cake!!!ReplyDeleteReplies
Thanks so much, Patty! Have a wonderful weekend!!Delete
Those cranberries look magical! So pretty - love this post!ReplyDeleteReplies
Ashley, thank you so much for your sweet comment, and for stopping by acom!!!Delete
These look just divine! What a great festive Christmas treat! The way they glisten looks so beautiful too :)ReplyDelete
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Thank you, Chloe & Sarah!! They really are very festive - even more beautiful in person!Delete
So sparkly and beautiful! I've made sugared cranberries, but they were coated in raw egg white...not so great to pop in your mouth! I like your version much better!ReplyDeleteReplies
Hi Lizzy! Thanks for stopping by! Yes, these cranberries are made for popping in your mouth, quite addicting I might add! :)Delete
What gorgeous berries! Besides being healthy, they would be so impressive gracing any buffet. Thanks so much! I look forward to trying this.ReplyDeleteReplies
Thank you so much, Vespa! So happy you enjoyed the post, and are going to give them a try! :)Delete
- AnonymousNovember 20, 2012 at 11:45 AM
These look beautiful! So festive!ReplyDeleteReplies
Thanks so much for the kind comment and for stopping by acom!!!Delete
I'm no sure what I did. I didn't think it was possible to mess up sugar, more sugar, and even more sugar, but somehow I did. They had the crunch but my husband said they had an odd aftertaste. He later said the aftertaste reminded him of an antiseptic. My 2 year old loves them though, could it have been the syrup? A couple of the cranberries split and I didn't take them out but let them sit in the simple syrup with the rest of the berries.ReplyDeleteReplies
Good morning, Vicky! If the cranberries had a crunch from the sugar coating, you did nothing wrong! Sounds like you did everything right! The cranberries splitting came from the simple syrup being too hot. Next time let it cool down a little more prior to pouring on the cranberries; otherwise, they will split, or burst. I can't answer to your husband's taste :), but I'm so happy your 2 year old loved them! My grandchildren did too! Have a Happy Thanksgiving! Carol xoxDelete
I've got these on the go, ready for Christmas Eve! I'm wondering if I can do anything with the left over syrup. It seems like a big bowl to just pour down the drain. Even though it's had cranberries soaking in it for hours, do you think I could use it for something else?ReplyDelete
They look amazing and I may have popped one in my mouth after the first sugar coating ;)Replies
Hi! Thanks for stopping by acom to comment on the sugared cranberries! They're hard to resist even after the first sugaring! :) A couple of the main uses for simple syrup would be for cocktails, and brushing on cakes or cupcakes. If you would like to google "simple syrup uses," you can find cocktail recipes that use simple syrup. Enjoy, and Merry Christmas!!!Delete
I made this for our Christmas kolde bord, thinking they would mostly be for show. Oh my! They are so TASTY and hard to resist! Every time I turned around, someone was grabbing a handful. Thank you so much for this recipe that I will definitely be making again!ReplyDeleteReplies
Thank you, Shannon! So happy you enjoyed them!!!Delete
- AnonymousMay 24, 2013 at 3:50 PM
These are so pretty. Since they have been sweetened, I wonder how they would be in ice cream? (Sorry cannot use a name, it won't let me.)ReplyDeleteReplies
Hi Anon! That's a great idea! Thanks for the question. If you wait until just before serving the ice cream, they should be fine. Otherwise, I probably wouldn't recommend it, only because they have to stay dry to remain crunchy, that's why they're perfect for baked goods. If they're put in the refrigerator, or get cold, they become wet, and lose their crunch.Delete
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"Monday Mornings" might have made a good TV movie or miniseries, but the prognosis for its success as a long-running series seems doubtful.
The new series (9 p.m. CT Feb. 4, TNT; 2 stars out of 4) squanders an interesting hook for a medical drama that's referenced in title: the weekly morbidity and mortality conference, or M&M;, conducted by Chief of Surgery Dr. Harding Hooten (Alfred Molina) at fictional Chelsea General Hospital in Portland, Ore.
An M&M; at a real hospital gives doctors a chance to review botched procedures and other complications and confidentially confess and examine medical mistakes. At Chelsea General, it's mostly an opportunity for Hooten to humiliate his doctors.
He does just that to one unlucky doctor in Monday's premiere, asking him why his peers call him "007."
"I believe it has something to do with 'Licensed to Kill,'" the doctor says.
"Not a very nice nickname for a surgeon, is it, doctor?" Hooten asks. "I shall be recommending to the board of this hospital that your medical privileges be pulled immediately. You're excused, '007.' Any more conversations in this room you shall not be privy to."
The M&Ms; are brutal and might have set "Monday Mornings" apart as a psychological examination of regret and human error. But in the three episodes sent for review, producers David E. Kelley ("Boston Legal," "Ally McBeal") and CNN chief medical correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta (adapting this from his 2012 novel) instead overdose on the same sappy storylines we've seen before.
In two of the three episodes, children are predictably in medical peril. The sassiest patient is--wait for it--a large African-American woman. As if that's not offensive enough, brilliant Korean neurosurgeon Dr. Park's fragmented English becomes a major storyline.
Keong Sim, like his doctor-playing co-stars Jamie Bamber, Jennifer Finnigan, Bill Irwin, Ving Rhames, Sarayu Rao, Jonathan Silverman and Emily Swallow, is capable of elevating average material. But the stars get no help at all with these scripts, or the heavy-handed direction that includes lingering zoom-ins on a doctor's hand gripping the podium as Dr. Hooten verbally flays him, and on Hooten's glass as he pours water into it.
I guess that image is a good metaphor for "Monday Mornings;" it injects a steady drip of ho-hum into the genre.
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Long time gone
*Singing the Dixie Chicks song Long Time Gone*
Yes, I've been away from the blog. I'm not entirely sure anyone read it anymore or has really missed me so I have mixed emotions about blogging. I get real time feedback from peeps on Twitter and sometimes on the Ravelry forums but not much feedback on the blog. I don't need tons of comments but it is nice to know if its read or even missed. Lack of comments = not missed in my book and therefore, I haven't posted.
Anyhoo, I've been busy with the now 6 month old puppy. Her name is Twinkle and she's tons of fun, laid back and crazy all in one.
King Thing is (finally) on a weightloss adventure and has been very successful. Thing 1 is driving, has a job, a very lovely girlfriend and will be a senior next year...
Thing 2 had an amazing 1st year in public school and is getting ready for high school next year. Eeep! Beach season is upon us this weekend after a very long and trying winter. We took our first cruise with Royal Carribean to Cozumel and Belize in April. What a blast! No one got sea sick and we're dying to go again. I'm still knitting and spinning and have my job.
I really miss my real life spinning and knitting friends but it seems like life has been crazy for everyone. Hopefully, I'll be able to connect with many of you this summer. If you want to keep up with me, I'm on Twitter (theindigomuse) and would love to visit with you there too. Don't be a stranger. Stop by and say "Hi".


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XXXX isa fun-loving, active and expressive girl and is popular among teachers and kids inclass. She is very friendly and loves taking care of other children. She is anout-going girl who enjoys all activities inside and outside of kindergartensuch as piano, dancing cycling, writing and other activities. She can completeher homework independently. She was also chosen to be Girl Guide in school andthis shows that she can be a good leading example in school.
Myhusband and I would do all in our power to support our daughter. Though I knowplaces in your school is very competitive and demanding, I still determine toapply for a place for XXXX as Winston Churchill saying Life is a test and thisworld a place of trial.
Attachedto this letter is her report card for level 1 in kindergarten and would be gratefulif she could be granted an opportunity for an interview. Thank you forconsidering our application and we look forward to your positive reply.


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The Deluded Diva Speaks... Football from a womans point of view
First, let me be the first to admit I don't know a holding call from a clip. And it drives me crazy when the officials drop their hankies on the ground and make the teams do it all over again.
I don't have a clue when it comes to the inner workings of gridiron strategy, but I instinctively know when a team is clicking.
The Mississippi State Bulldawgs were clicking on Saturday like I've never seen them click before. Of course, it helped that the opposition was clickless.
I sat in the press box and watched the drama build during the pregame hype which was so beautiful, it made my hair curl. If I had left before the opening kick-off, I would have felt like I got my money's worth!
Four jets flew over in formation as the National Anthem reached its crescendo. I got a big old lump in my throat and felt like sobbing, but you know, false eyelashes and all. A tear would have ruined my "ensemble."
I pretended to take notes to earn my press pass and dreamed of what could be before this season is over. I keep remembering the Saints and how we once wore paper bags on our heads. In my delusional state, I think I'm confusing the Saints with the Dawgs. Same song, second verse. I'm hoping.
As the team members took the field in a storm of testosterone, I watched several of them dance like no one was watching. I knew something was different here. I've been waiting for this feeling for 12 long years, since I converted to Mississippi State fanship.
In Mississippi, you are either an Ole Miss Rebel or a Mississippi State Bulldog. I am both, which makes me an oddity. But I must admit, I'm leaning way far over into Mississippi State territory, especially since I've watched our new coach build character- unsavory characters need not apply for THIS squad.
The music, the Jumbotron review of the greatest plays over the last decade, the fall weather, the return of the cowbells…everything came together to make for a great football experience.
The spectators were electrified to the point, I figure we could have turned on the lights at Davis Wade stadium without help from TVA. Of course the final score, 49 to 7, was pretty powerful in itself.
I have decided that I'm in love with Dan Mullen. This guy has injected an attitude into the MSU program, none of us could imagine. Florida's loss is our gain.
This new attitude, combined with a wonderful flexibility that allows him to take a chance on more than just his first string guys, got the fans energized. How refreshing. (Please note - he did this even when we weren't winning last year and before we began to rack up points on Saturday.)
We've got a tough schedule and the next three games will test us. But I'm putting my money on Dan and the Dawgs.
Emily Jones is a retired journalist who lives in Starkville. She edits a website for bouncing baby boomers facing retirement. She welcomes comments at www.deludeddiva.com.


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Presupuesto Rp300000-2500000 IDR
Hi, I'm looking for freelancer who can help me on some designs for my business i.e logo design, favicon design, flyer design, and packaging product.
The company (Kotakids) is about parental control for safer internet. Along with the development of Internet technology and its role in the education of children, we understand the importance of a balance between freedom and security in accessing the internet. We want to help parents in providing :
• Safe content : removes adult content for safe searching
• Restrict social media : manage use of social apps
• Manage screen time : set routines for what kids can access
• Block ads : less annoying internet
• Safe search always enforced on google
The logo needs to be something that can be used on a website and on stationery, and documents.
Beside logo, i need design for the flyer, and packaging the product
The size of flyer: A5
The size of packaging product : 28.5cmx22.5cmx6.7cm (pls refer to attached photo for the box sample, but ignore the design). I want to replace the box's design.
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Perfect-fit mixed-tape cardigan is rated out of 5 by 32.
Rated 5 out of 5 by LJL391 from Amazing must for a J Crew wardrobe This sweater is sensational It takes you anywhere It is comfortable looks fabulous and is neither to light nor too heavy It is a welcomed addition to my shorts slacks and dresses I wish I had it in other colors
Date published: 2014-08-15
Rated 5 out of 5 by Edna from I want all the colors! This is a perfect piece, wearable for summer days and nights, the colors are great and the texture very, very soft and velvety, with a great fit over the sleeves and hips. I have it in three lively colors (yellow, watermelon and dark green), all of them beautiful, but I will order it in black and white.
Date published: 2014-07-01
Rated 5 out of 5 by nighunto from Size up for a still-slim and streamlined fit Thanks to previous reviews, I had ordered a Medium, although I am an XS in tanks, XS / S in t-shirts & tops and an S in sweaters. I have strong shoulders, but a lanky 5'5" frame. In M the fit was spot on: long enough, yet slim and casually easy. Definitely love the lighweight, yet substantial feel of the knit and general multi-purpose style. Alas, my color choice was all wrong. The neon melon color, although outside of my comfort zone, looked fun and subdued enough on my screen. Once on, it turned into a screaming tangerine and illuminated every single facial imperfection. Ouch. No more color adventures. I'll definitely reorder in a more classic hue.
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Rated 5 out of 5 by JenniferD from Perfect-Fit Pairing I own several Mixed-Tape Cardigans, so it looks like I'm a fan. "Slim Fit" seems to be J.Crew's hint to "size up", so I take a Medium in this item instead of my usual go-to size Small. I find the sizing up to Medium consistent for all of J.Crew's "perfect fit" knits, which are smooth and a little heavier than J.Crew's vintage or tissue tee material. The "mixed-tape" refers to edging around the collar and down the front where the buttons are; the sleeves are long (not bracelet) sleeves. This item comes in many of the same colors as the other perfect fit knits, so I often wear them together as an informal twinset which works well in my casual, yet overly air conditioned office, malls, movie theaters, and chilly nights.
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Sunday Is the biggest day of the year in Irish sports, the All Ireland gaelic football final and the novel pairing of Mayo and Donegal at Croke Park in Dublin has driven ticket prices sky high.
The main reason is the tens of thousands of emigrants from the two western seaboard counties which have suffered massive emigration over the years are all seeking tickets.
Thousands are pouring in from the US, Britain, even as far away as Australia to witness the historic clash for the Sam Maguire cup, the most famous trophy in Irish sport.
Indeed, emigrants have driven the price of All-Ireland football final tickets to record levels – and there's no guarantee anyone who buys on the black market will even see the Donegal v Mayo game.
One desperate fan shelled out $10,000 on Friday for a pair of premium level tickets.
But GAA bosses have warned they will ban tickets bought from touts ahead of Sunday's sell-out Croke Park final.
All-Ireland fever has gripped Dublin as thousands of fans descend on the capital from home and abroad ahead of the Donegal-Mayo showdown on Sunday.
Ticket touts are making a fortune as fans from both counties arrives home from all across the globe in search of priceless tickets.
One supporter shelled out an astonishing $10,000 for a pair of tickets in an eBay auction on Friday.
That's the highest known price ever paid for a pair of tickets according to a report in the Irish Sun newspaper.
The Premium Level tickets were snapped up for over 20 times their face value from a Tipperary based seller.
GAA spokesman Alan Milton admitted that the novel pairing has attracted record demand for tickets.
The GAA's media director said: "I've never seen anything like it. Not even Dublin and Kerry last year was like this.
"We could easily sell 150,000 tickets for this match. It's all about supply and demand and there is huge demand for this.
"The reason this game is such hot property is due to the two counties playing.
"There are a lot of emigrants from Donegal and Mayo and they're coming home for it. There hasn't been a Connacht-Ulster final since 1948. Nobody wants to be left without a ticket.
"Some extremely wealthy person saw it as an experience they couldn't miss and spent the €7,100 to get it."
Milton warned however that the GAA will refuse entry to the ticket-holder if they can identify them.
"We will examine the photo of the tickets online and see if we can identify the serial numbers," he added.
"If the number comes up at the turnstile, the holder will be refused entry."
Ireland's Junior Sports Minister Michael Ring has slammed the touts cashing in on the Donegal and Mayo fans.
Minister Ring, a proud Mayo man, said: "I'm appalled this sort of rip-off is happening.
"I'm going to get my officials to re-examine legislation to see if we can strengthen it."
Police sources confirmed to the Irish Sun that it is not illegal to sell tickets on the internet.
A police spokesperson said: "It's not illegal to sell tickets on above face value.
"Touts who sell on the street can certainly be prosecuted under the Casual Trading Act.
"But there is nothing to stop someone selling tickets online and if someone wants to pay in excess for them, they can."


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For centuries, religious men and women have creatively lived out the Latin motto of ora et labora — "work and pray" — by savvy business practices, most notably in supplementing their incomes by selling food, beer and honey.
Today in the United States exists a thriving network of goods made by religious and available for purchase to the general public, aided by a tool unimaginable to monastic medieval counterparts — the Internet.
"Monks and nuns don't want to be idle. They are always busy. It's part of their life," said Amy Maloney, buyer and manager of the stores at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C.
"The customers and visitors who come to the shrine — they don't know a whole lot about all these different orders and do find it fascinating there are these orders that have been around for hundreds of years and they didn't really know about," said Maloney. "But now … they get to learn about them and support them."
Our Sunday Visitor has asked friends and experts to weigh in on their favorite goods — and some unusual ones — manufactured in monasteries and convents. Want to support a good cause while receiving a quality product? Read on.
Book binding
Heather Ambroson is working toward her doctorate in clinical psychology at George Fox University in Newberg, Ore. Nearby in Carlton, at Our Lady of Guadalupe Abbey, Cistercian (Trappist) monks will put the finishing touches on her dissertation.
"My school has a contract with them to bind all of our dissertations," Ambroson told OSV.
"So many hours of work went into my dissertation and it is a huge step in getting my doctorate. Having it bound by monks at an abbey makes it even more meaningful," added the 29-year-old Catholic from Montana.
Options abound for bibliophiles.
According to the monks' website, they "specialize in thesis, dissertation, family history, genealogy, specialty, Bible, periodical and monograph binding for individuals as well as for university and other libraries."
If you're looking for a dignified and elegant Christmas, anniversary or graduation gift, look no further. Pricing, binding and lettering options, and color choices are available online at bookbindery.org.
Food and drink
Maloney noted that at the shrine gift shop, food and drink are the most popular purchases.
"We have people that come every week and buy jams, honey and coffee," she said, with Mystic Monk Coffee, made by Carmelite monks of the Most Blessed Virgin Mary of Mount Carmel in Wyoming, being the most popular item, since coffee is a "trend in the secular market as well."
Coffee accessories, including presses, mugs and single-serve pods, are also for sale on the monks' website.
Prefer to ingest your caffeine via the coffee bean's cousin? Sample some fudge and truffles from the Brigittine monks (brigittine.org). According to their website: "The community attempts to be self-supporting through the manufacturing of gourmet confections. Each person feels the responsibility to contribute in whatever talents he has to offer or in the work to which he is assigned."
Note: We would be more than happy to pitch in our taste-testing talents!
If you'd like to add beer, wine and snacks to your grocery list, visit monasterygreetings.com for a roundup of food and drink products. Don't forget that cheese pairs nicely with wine. Check out the Trappist Our Lady of the Angels Monastery (olamonastery.org) for information about the nuns' cheese made in Crozet, Va.
Another fun chocolate find is Trappistine Quality Candy handcrafted by nuns at Mount St. Mary's Abbey in Massachusetts. Selections include butter nut munch, chocolate almond bark and more.
The Benedictines at Saint Joseph Abbey in southern Louisiana have expanded a symbolic expression of their life to the outside world via caskets — one of several monasteries to put their talents to work in such a way.
"One physical symbol of the simple Benedictine life of prayer has been the pine caskets in which we monks are buried," the website reads. "Today, in an effort to support the needs of the abbey and to help maintain its communal life and apostolates, we are beginning to make available to the general public a line of cypress caskets under the name Saint Joseph Woodworks."
The business had a rocky start when the state challenged the monks' right to sell the caskets. Eventually the Fifth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals upheld the right of Saint Joseph Woodworks to continue their craft.
The court stated that the "rules issued by the Louisiana Board of Funeral Directors granting funeral homes an exclusive right to sell caskets" were unconstitutional.
The monks' reaction to the ruling? "Saint Joseph Abbey … hopes that our supporters will celebrate by purchasing a casket!"
Styles and prices can be found at saintjosephabbey.com/woodworks-caskets.php.
Joseph Bozik is a volunteer gardener and beekeeper at the Franciscan Monastery of the Holy Land in America in Washington, D.C. In August, volunteers extracted about 90 pounds of honey, which has already sold out at the monastery's gift shop.
Bozik started his beekeeping hobby in April 2006. He offered some history on beekeeping in monasteries.
"As a general fact, we know that monasteries were inherently self-sufficient and essentially agriculturally based in order to survive," he said. "They knew that honey bees — native to Europe and Asia, but not in the U.S. — provided, besides honey as a sweetener, needed pollination for their vegetables and fruits in order to provide a bountiful harvest, and importantly, to provide a 'seed' source for the following year's crops."
Honey, in addition to being delicious, was also used medicinally.
"When applied on open wounds, it helps 'smother' bacteria and infection, as honey is only 18 percent water, so infectious sources cannot survive in honey," said Bozik.
During a pilgrimage to the Holy Land in 2010, two Franciscan friar beekeepers in Old Jerusalem took Bozik to see three hives on the rooftop of the Church of the Flagellation.
"[T]hey also took me out to Ein Karem, where the remaining 22 beehives are kept and we inspected those as well," he said. "The friars told me they extract nearly 1,000 pounds of honey annually that is used daily in their kitchens. And honey is always on their dining room tables."
Honey products can be found online at monasterygreetings.com.
Mariann Hughes writes from Maryland.
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(MCT) — DECATUR — One of the state's leading fiscal policy experts said Monday the Decatur area could benefit from tax reforms.
However, Ralph Martire said many citizens remain unsupportive of tax changes and moving the ball forward. In the meantime, Martire described to members of the Decatur Rotary Club No. 180 numerous budget-related problems in Illinois.
"The state of Illinois is in horrible shape fiscally," said Martire, executive director of the bipartisan Center for Tax and Budget Accountability.
Rotary member Wegi Stewart invited Martire to speak after listening to him on previous occasions and gaining a better understanding of the situation he was talking about.
"Other people here needed that lesson," Stewart said. "It's the educational component."
Changing bad tax policies could help Illinois get out of the mess, Martire said. Martire would focus on taxing those who make the most money every year and have the greatest impact on the economy.
An additional $4.5 to 6 billion in revenue could be generated, which Martire said represents less than 1 percent of annual economic activity in the state.
"It's too small to measure," Martire said. "That's what is stopping us. Taxes are supposed to respond to the economy based on the ability to pay."
Illinois plans to pay about $800 million from bills due in the last year, which Martire said would leave it with an $8 billion hole to dig out of after totaling all of its unpaid obligations.
"It was nice for them to pay that, but it doesn't get the job done," Martire said.
Most of the state's budget goes toward paying for education, health care, human services and public safety, Martire said. Human services are usually the first area cut because Martire said it's the least politically risky.
Spending has not been driving the state's deficit problems as 20 percent less is being spent than in 2000, Martire said. Instead, bad tax policies are to blame, Martire said.
Illinois is the most reliant state on property taxes, leading to a disparity in the quality of public education, Martire said.
"We have a distorted fiscal system," Martire said. "Spending cuts alone can't solve the problem."
The state's tax system is not fair, responsible, stable or efficient, Martire said.
State government expenses usually involve labor, so Martire said cuts drive down wages of those in professions such as police and teachers. If those workers have less money to spend, Martire said it hurts the private sector and the economy.