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Sarah Michelle Gellar is one of many whose hearts are heavy Tuesday, as it marks the one-year anniversary of Robin Williams' death. But the actress, who co-starred in "The Crazy Ones" with the legendary comedian, honored him on Instagram in an amazing way.
Sharing a photo of the Boston bench where Williams sat alongside Matt Damon in "Good Will Hunting," Gellar used a Ralph Waldo Emerson quote to summarize all of the amazing qualities Williams brought into the world.
"'To laugh often and much; to win the respect of the intelligent people and the affection of children; to earn the appreciation of honest critics and endure the betrayal of false friends; to appreciate beauty; to find the beauty in others; to leave the world a bit better whether by a healthy child, a garden patch, or a redeemed social condition; to know that one life has breathed easier because you lived here. This is to have succeeded'
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"#Emerson You succeeded RW #RobinWilliams," she added.
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The emotional picture also features the famous "Good Will Hunting"-Damon quote, "Sorry guys, I went to see about a girl."
Williams played Gellar's father on the CBS sitcom "The Crazy Ones," which aired for one season. In 2013, both celebs sat down with E! News to talk about their show and what it was like to work with young actors. Even in a sit-down interview, Williams knew how to make us laugh at the drop of a hat.
"[Our young actors] have taught me lots on my phone," Gellar said in the interview. "Every day I feel like I learn something new on my phone from someone much younger."
"I learned just how to turn it on, which was wonderful," Williams joked.


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JV Does CoCo
As a Tigers' fan, I'm proud of Justin Verlander. Not only did he carry his team into the playoffs, he also brought home the Cy Young and the MVP. That's a lot of hardware for one season and like him or not, the guy deserved it.
However, for all that he is (human cannon; Detroit's great white hope; tiger-striped aphrodisiac) there are also things he is not. For instance, he is not a comedian as we found out on Conan O'Brien the other evening.
Look, I love the guy and I'm glad he plays for us. But, let's face it. He's no Brian Wilson.[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5609xjVLvM8]
Of course, unlike Wilson, he's also sane…..so there's that.

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They pose as experts, guaranteeing they can stop a home foreclosure. They may promise they can get you to the head of the line, leapfrogging over the thousands of other people trying to renegotiate their mortgage with the bank. But most of all, they want money upfront.
These are mortgage scammers. And now, some national organizations, including the Federal Bureau of Investigation, are targeting them.
On Thursday in New York, one of the organizations that tries to steer homeowners to legitimate counselors teamed up with Mayor Michael Bloomberg to roll out a "Loan Modification Scam Alert." The goal: to prevent yet more people from giving money to financial predators. The nonprofit organization, NeighborWorks, has already tried to warn distressed homeowners in California, Florida, Texas, Ohio, and Maryland. California leads the nation in complaints about mortgage fraud.
"It is a rising problem, with more and more people every day calling to say they have been scammed," says Eileen Fitzgerald, chief operating officer of NeighborWorks. "Folks are desperate, and they are willing to try anything."
Although there are no national numbers on how many people are being scammed – many people are too embarrassed to report they got taken – there are probably hundreds of thousands of victims, Ms. Fitzgerald says.
The problem will get worse this year, she anticipates, because so many adjustable-rate mortgages (ARMs) are coming up for renewal – especially in California, Florida, Arizona, and Nevada. Particularly problematic could be option ARMs, in which the homeowner decides how much money he or she can afford to pay each month.
"Your ability to pick the amount you can afford to pay is definitely becoming much harder, and the monthly payments on the vast majority of these mortgages are going up," Fitzgerald says.
At the same time, the number of loan modifications made by the companies servicing mortgage payments remains relatively small but growing.
As of the end of January, 116,000 permanent loan modifications had made since last February, when the Obama administration unveiled its Making Home Affordable Program, according to the US Treasury on Wednesday. The Obama program provides incentives to lenders to modify mortgages.
The 116,000 figure is double the number in December. In addition, 76,000 homeowners have been offered permanent loan modifications but have not signed the paperwork yet.
However, many more mortgage problems persist. As of September 2009, the Mortgage Bankers Association reported, 5.8 million mortgages were at least 60 days delinquent. This includes homes that have entered the foreclosure process.
TransUnion, a credit reporting company, released its own numbers on Tuesday. At the end of the fourth quarter last year, it said, 6.89 percent of all US mortgage payments were at least 60 days past due. That was an all-time high.
Enter unscrupulous loan-modification companies. They advertise on late night-television or radio shows and sound as if they are linked to the Obama program.
"Many of them have the word 'hope' in their phone number," says Jonathan Mintz, commissioner of the Consumer Affairs Department in New York. "But it's a false hope."
New York City recently passed a mortgage antifraud law that requires loan-modification companies to reveal that they cannot charge upfront fees. People in need are encouraged to call a 311 phone number to get referred to legitimate counselors. But many of the scammers are located in other parts of the United States.
For example, a man in Queens, a borough of New York City, recently contacted a California company that was advertising heavily on radio and television that it could modify mortgages.
"They asked for $4,800 upfront, and the desperate homeowner sent them $2,200 dollars," says Petra Tuomi, policy director at the Center for New York City Neighborhoods, a network of nonprofits that provides services for housing counseling. "They told him to stop paying the mortgage to the lender, and then he was stuck with them."
The company has since gone out of business, and the man lost his $2,200.
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Look in the Mirror
I could go on, but I have been beaten to this post by Steven Ballard (left) of the Massachusetts Divorce & Family Law Blog. In his post Is Family Law a Masterful Scam? A Criminal Enterprise? he responds to a (fairly typical) commenter, in a more eloquent way than I could:
"People who are divorcing and fighting each other need to take responsibility for their own mistakes rather than simply blaming their lawyers and the system, and subscribing to inane, ridiculous conspiracy theories about lawyers and judges who are supposedly getting rich at their clients' expense."and he concludes:
"Change the law, improve the system, yes. But in your own individual cases, you should always take a good hard look in the mirror before assessing blame for problems in your own home."Quite.


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September 17 - 22, 2017
San Diego, CA
The Summer Sports Clinic offers adventure sports and recreational activities such as sailing, surfing, track and field events, kayaking and cycling (hand and tandem), to those who were recently injured. Complimenting the therapy provided in daily rehabilitation programs, the Clinic shares a glimpse of the many exciting recreational opportunities awaiting those Veterans who accept the challenge. With the variety of water and summer sports available at the Clinic, this week-long journey hosts Veterans from all over the country who have a variety of injuries, ranging from traumatic brain injury and polytrauma, to spinal cord injury or loss of limb. Its fundamental purpose is to provide early intervention for Veterans battling back from injury, not only strengthening their bodies but overcoming and improving their overall being and self-worth.
Registration for this event is closed.
NVSSC Application Checklist
Consent for Use of Picture and/or Voice
Media and News Release Questionnaire
Medical / Physcal Exam Form
Important NVSSC Information
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)
VA is committed to improving the quality of life for Veterans with disabilities. Participants will develop sports skills and take part in a variety of adaptive sports workshops. Clinic participation demonstrates that having a physical or visual disability is not an obstacle to an active rewarding life.
VA San Diego Healthcare System
Jeremy Henderson is accustomed to helping others. As a peer specialist at the Roseburg VA Medical Center in Oregon, Jeremy provides support to Veterans undergoing mental health treatment. A former Army combat engineer with two deployments to Iraq, he is a Veteran serving Veterans. This week, he was one of more than 100 participants at the National Veterans Summer Sports Clinic.
Shortly after getting out of the service he began working at the Roseburg VA. He said he enjoys working with other combat OEF/OIF Veterans and shares many of their experiences.
"I would like to continue supporting Veterans," he said.
With encouragement from his VA colleagues, Jeremy participated in his first Summer Sports Clinic in 2013. His wife and caregiver, Candice Henderson, joined him at the clinic this year. She said she's helping him get outside his comfort zone. "I'm the more talkative one of the two of us and I think I help Jeremy relax while he's here," she said. "It's also a huge advantage for me to be able to see him around other Veterans—his peers."
Jeremy said he's socializing with other team members at the clinic and putting his peer specialist skills to work by building connections with fellow Veterans. He even reconnected with four Veterans that he met last year.
His experience at the clinic has also inspired him to get more involved in his hometown. An avid BMX rider growing up, Jeremy hadn't been on a bike since childhood, until he cycled at the Summer Sports Clinic. Now, he incorporates cycling, as well as swimming and rock climbing, into his regular fitness routine.
His participation in the clinic has also motivated him to connect with a recreational therapist out of Eugene, Oregon to bring outpatient recreational therapy activities to Roseburg.
Laura Ortiz gets her strength and purpose from three words: faith, humility and service. It's these words, and a tireless drive, that helped her get through one of the most traumatic chapters of her life.
Six years ago, Laura lost her right leg in an accident. While she wasn't exactly sure how her disability would affect her, her purpose in life and core values never faltered.
"I felt a total jolt of energy," she said. "At the moment when I saw my leg and I knew it wasn't going to be a part of me anymore, I just surrendered to the idea that I would still be able to live a fulfilling life with the help of advances in technology and prosthetics."
The fitness-conscious Veteran purchased a stability ball and worked hard on her own rehabilitation. She researched as much as she could about her "new reality" and tried her best to reach out to amputees who shared her athletic aspirations. Eventually, Laura was able to find her place in the community despite her disability.
In Miami, Laura is one of the first women Veterans to lead a program called Troops for Fitness. The boot camp style classes take historically underserved people with little to no fitness experience and put them on the path to a healthier lifestyle. "I love that I get to use my military experience to help others reach their fitness goals," she said. "I have fun and I feel like part of the solution when it comes to obesity and diabetes in my community, so it isn't really work for me."
As successful as Laura's rehabilitation was, she still found it hard to get passed a certain level of athletic performance. Specialized prosthetics can be expensive, and she hadn't signed up for VA care yet. After speaking with other Veterans and VA recreational therapists in Miami, Laura enrolled in VA health care.
Five years after losing her leg, she walked into the Bruce W. Carter VA Medical Center and began working with VA prosthetic specialists to create legs that not only improved her athletic performance, but also improved her daily life.
"It was a huge weight that was lifted off my shoulders," she said. "Now I have three legs to choose from. It really gave me confidence to have trained VA employees help me do more of the things I wanted to do. My sights can be set much higher."
A few months ago, her recreational therapists Raphael Hernandez and William Rios reached out to Laura and suggested applying to the National Veterans Summer Sports Clinic. Although she was already well versed in adaptive sports, they knew Laura would still benefit from the various activities offered at the clinic.
Now on her third day in Southern California, the Army National Guard Veteran is rowing out on Otay Lake at the Olympic Training Center in Chula Vista. She's part of an all women Veterans team and making quick friends with the other members of Team Mercury.
"I feel so lucky and blessed to be here," she said after returning to shore. "Sometimes we just need a little push. I think once you try adaptive sports it becomes a motivator to challenging yourself. I've done things as an amputee that I would never have dreamed of doing before – not even with two legs. These kinds of clinics are great and we all need to keep supporting them."
Rodney Blanton was fresh home from a deployment to Afghanistan with the Air National Guard in 2011, when his life was changed by a reckless truck driver. The domino effect of twisted vehicles ended with Rodney and his motorcycle strewn across five lanes of Texas highway.
He said he died twice on the operating table, but somehow was able to pull through. After 12 days in a coma, Rodney woke up to the realization that his left leg had been amputated. However, it wasn't the fact that something was missing that drove him during the seven months it took to learn to walk again – it was the fact that he was still alive.
"I wasn't about to give up," the Houston native said, "so I kept walking to try to get back in shape. After awhile I even started running -- even though my prosthetic leg wasn't made for it. It would always take me a long time, but I had to keep trying."
Despite his persistence, there was something missing in Rodney's life. The former tech sergeant had always been
involved in sports, especially baseball and basketball, and he felt like his disability was holding him back. That was until he walked into the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center in Houston and met recreational therapist Jessica Dawson.
"Rodney had already come a long way when he came to VA for the first time," Jessica said, "but he wasn't aware of all the opportunities we provide through adaptive sports. He was surprised to find out how much he could do with recreational therapy through VA."
She introduced him to the Paralympic Sports Club in Houston, and Rodney never looked back. Every week he was trying a new sporting activity, and before Jessica knew it, Rodney became one of the program's biggest advocates and recruiter of Veteran participants.
Now, as Rodney attends his first National Veterans Summer Sports Clinic in San Diego, Jessica can't help but be proud of his accomplishments. She yells out encouragement from La Jolla Beach as Rodney tries surfing for the first time. He waves and beams back a smile. Rodney has found a new sport to be excited about.
"She pushed me to try new things, and now I'm here," Rodney said in between sets of waves Monday.
Veterans from across the United States arrived in San Diego and Naval Base Coronado to participate in VA's National Veterans Summer Sports Clinic (NVSSC). The week-long event, now in its seventh year, challenges and empowers Veterans with disabilities through activities like surfing, cycling and kayaking with the help of community volunteers and VA's Adaptive Sports program.
"To the coaches and recreational therapists -- your service to Veterans is invaluable," Kevin T. Hanretta, VA Assistant Secretary for Operations, Security and Preparedness said during the NVSSC opening ceremony at the Coronado Theater. "You help Veterans to become stronger and to regain independence … and I want to thank the Veteran athletes for coming here to compete, and show us all what courage, drive, and determination are all about." Hosted by VA San Diego Healthcare System, the clinic is designed to be the first step in getting Veterans with disabilities to be physically active during their rehabilitation. However, the clinic
provides so much more than a chance to be athletic in the beautiful scenery of Southern California. For many Veterans it's a great way to find the camaraderie they miss from their time in the military and to heal some of their invisible wounds by regaining confidence and self-worth.
This year 130 Veterans, 94 who are first-time participants, will try their hand at sports they might have considered impossible before the event. For Theotis D. Smith, a U.S. Marine Corps and Army Veteran, the chance to represent the Veterans and employees of the Edward Hines VA Medical Center at the clinic is the culmination of his rehabilitation journey.
"I'm extremely happy to be given this chance," Smith said. "Before working with VA Adaptive Sports, I was just at home looking at four walls and depressed. Now my life has become a joy. I want to try every program VA offers."
When asked what event he was most excited about, the Chicago native said he couldn't wait to go out sailing.
"I got to sail a few times in Chicago," he said. "I have 10-inch rods running up and down my back, so when I got out on the water and looked at what God created for us – all of my pain goes away."
NVSSC Application Checklist
Consent for Use of Picture and/or Voice
Media and News Release Questionnaire
Medical / Physcal Exam Form
2016 List of National Event Dates and Locations
Participation is open to U.S. military service Veterans with orthopedic amputations, traumatic brain injuries, burn injuries, psychological trauma, neurological conditions, PTSD, visual impairment, spinal cord injuries and other eligible injuries incurred in the last six years.
For information or to request an application, please contact
Event Director:
Tristan Heaton
Phone: (858) 642-6426
Fax: 858-642-6406
Communications Director:
Michael Molina
(202) 560-7305
NVSSC Medical Director, Dr. Kalli Hose speaks of the physical and emotional benefits of adaptive sports and the importance of leading an active lifestyle.
More than 100 Veterans participated in the 9th National Veterans Summer Sports Clinic. Participants get the opportunity to try their hand at sailing as well as a variety of other sports.
Veteran participants learn a variety of summer activities during the week-long clinic, including surfing, sailing, kayaking, rowing, and archery.
2015 National Veterans Summer Sports Clinic in San Diego, CA.
Veterans learn to surf at the National Veterans Summer Sports Clinic in San Diego, CA.
The VA Summer Sports Clinic helps Veterans find community and rehabilitation through adaptive sports.
Watch Videos from this years and previous years National Veterans Summer Sports Clinics.


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Legal Publishing beyond 2007
Posted by Unknown in Legal Publishing on Tuesday, 10 April 2007
Prism Consulting have a very interesting post on the challenges and opportunities facing legal publishers. The main areas of change are:
Business Context - The market in which legal publishers sell their products
Content Delivery - How the technology that is being used by publishers to "deliver" their products is changing.
Content Creation - How access to new publishing tools (Blogs, Wikis etc) is enabling smaller "niche" publishers an opportunity to promote their content to wider audiences.
The post summaries the main challenge as technology "Technology is a two-edged sword for publishers. The likely outcome is that new technology propels publisher growth, albeit with some bumps along the way."
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California Allows Local Governments to Opt Out of Public Records Laws
A budget bill awaiting Gov. Jerry Brown's signature would make it optional for local governments to comply with several key provisions of the California Public Records Act.
By Annalise Mantz and Jeffrey Dastin
A budget bill awaiting Gov. Jerry Brown's signature would make it optional for local governments to comply with several key provisions of the California Public Records Act. The change is intended to save the state money because it typically reimburses local agencies for providing services it mandates.
Brown's administration says it expects little effect on public access to records. Many local governments told The Bee they intend to comply anyway and pay the costs themselves.
Yet advocates of open government say the changes essentially would gut provisions that ensure the public and the media get responses to their records requests. They warn it would do the most damage in places where there is a need to protect the public's interests -- local governments that already seek to restrict access or have a history of corruption.
Peter Scheer, executive director of the First Amendment Coalition, said citizens and journalists who request public records would now have to trust local governments and agencies to skirt the "very big hole" the bill opens in the Public Records Act.
"I think the biggest cities will continue to comply, or they will say that they are adhering to the provisions, and in practice they may not really be adhering to them," Scheer said. "Once they become optional as a matter of law, I'm not sure how enforceable they will be."
The language of Assembly Bill 76, one of several bills in the budget package for the coming fiscal year, would make multiple provisions of the records act "optional best practices." It adds a requirement that local governments who choose not to follow "best practices" publicly announce that they won't comply with that portion of the act.
Local governments could choose whether to help members of the public craft their records requests to increase the chances they will obtain what they are seeking. The governments could opt to release records on paper rather than electronically.
The measure would eliminate a requirement that governments respond within 10 days with a determination about whether the records are wholly or partially disclosable. It also would eliminate a requirement that governments provide a legal justification for not releasing documents.
The Legislative Analyst's Office has estimated that removing the mandates would save California tens of millions of dollars.
Terry Francke, general counsel at Californians Aware, said the way the measure is written conceals the effect of the changes.
"(It) allow(s) the governor and the Legislature to say, 'The CPRA is still there, we didn't repeal it,' when the effect is really to gut the act of response to your request," Francke said.
He said he has concerns about the minority of agencies that are already not fond of releasing information to the public.
"If you tell local agencies that are already rogues under the CPRA that any legal duty they have is no longer present, then it's going to serve the interest of those who have something to hide most," Francke said.
Brown's administration maintains that the backbone of the Public Records Act would remain intact. Department of Finance spokesman H.D. Palmer said that making those provisions optional would cut the state's costs without infringing on public right to access government records.
"Californians will continue to have a constitutional access to rights of information," Palmer said. "The Legislature only chose to change a few provisions."
Last year's budget deal triggered a suspension of state mandates tied to the Brown Act, which regulates meetings of local agencies that must be open to the public. Palmer said that change was similarly minor and that the administration expects local governments are likely to remain responsive to public records requests.
Jean Hurst, a lobbyist with the California State Association of Counties, predicted that many counties would continue to follow the best-practices provisions in order to avoid backlash.
She said shortages of staff and funding make it unlikely that counties would gamble with the extra expense of a potential lawsuit.
"Why would we waste the time and money on litigation over a records request?" she said. Hurst also said that responding to requests for records has become routine for most local agencies and that changing their policy would be more of a hassle than complying with the law.
Mike Applegarth, principal analyst in the El Dorado County Administrative Office, agreed with Hurst but noted that records requests can be a burden.
"I think open-government laws like the Brown Act and the Public Records Act are just part of the fabric of local government, and I can't see El Dorado County deviating from that," Applegarth said. "We would definitely have to take it on a case-by-case basis. We have in the past received very voluminous records requests, and it's very challenging to respond."
Both Placer and Yolo counties also said they would continue to comply with the act. Placer County Supervisor Jennifer Montgomery, who represents District 5, said potential costs would not deter the county from responding to public records requests. "We're going to be sure that we remain committed to being responsive to the public -- honest, fair and above board in our dealings," Montgomery said. "If we have to cover those costs, then we will cover those costs."
Several Sacramento area school officials and board members contacted by The Bee also said they didn't have much of an appetite for changing the way their districts deal with records requests.
California is not the only state to roll out changes to its open records laws in recent years.
In 2011, Utah legislators passed House Bill 477, which modified the state's Government Records Access and Management Act to prohibit elected officials' text messages, voice mails and communications from being released. The widely unpopular bill also allowed the state to keep more records private and increase fees for viewing public records.
Utah Gov. Gary Herbert eventually asked legislators to repeal the bill, and they complied.
Mark Horvit, executive director of Investigative Reporters and Editors, said both Utah and California represent a nationwide trend toward more stringent records laws.
"In general, the state legislatures have been rolling out these suspensions to public records requests laws," Horvit said. "Now, for some reason, lawmakers are finding a raft of excuses to prohibit the public from finding out what government is doing."
Opponents of California's changes also criticize the bill for being hastily written late in the budget process.
When the Pacific Media Workers Guild sent Brown a letter urging him to veto AB 76, the organization not only objected to the effect the bill would have on journalists making records requests but also to the principle of crafting the "trailer" bill at the last minute.
"Equally egregious is the surreptitious manner in which (the bill) and other trailer bills have been attached to the budget package," the letter said. "The Guild strongly urges either that you remove the afore-cited sections from (the bill) before signing it into law or that you veto the entire bill."
Without a full guarantee of legal coverage, open government advocates say citizens would have to take more responsibility for ensuring access to public documents.
Jim Ewert, legal counsel for the California Newspaper Publishers Association, guessed that in cities and counties with active citizens, agencies would feel obligated to continue responding to records requests within 10 days as an act of good faith. The problem, he said, would be in places like the city of Bell, which earlier this year saw the mayor and four City Council members convicted of corruption.
"To the extent that there is a vibrant presence, (the change to the law) may have little impact at all. The expectation won't change among the constituents," Ewert said. "In those areas such as the city of Bell where this may not be the case, this has to be very damaging."
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Saturday, November 10, 2012
Quick Tip To Sew Opening of a Decorative Pillow...
Although sewing the pillow is easy, getting the opening to cooperate so you can sew it closed is another thing. Today, I thought I would share a quick tip for sewing that pesky opening of a pillow.
This is a picture of the sewn pillow...I know, looks like nothing, but it gets better.
Here's the opening for turning right side out and for stuffing in the pillow.
Now for the tip...along the whole edge of the opening, fold back your seam allowance and iron it open on one side.
Here's one side ironed open.
Now flip it over and do the same thing.
Both edges are folded back.
Now you can turn it right side out.
See the seams all neatly ironed and ready for you to sew. No fussing trying to fold over the seam allowance and pin it at the same time.
It pins easily and now you are ready to hand or machine stitch this closed.
If you want to hand sew the opening closed...click HERE for a tutorial on how to sew an invisible stitch.
Happy Sewing,
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love this tip!ReplyDelete
No link for tip at the end. :o(ReplyDelete
Of course! :) thank you.ReplyDelete
I love this! I'll have to use it for the Christmas pillows going out for gifts. For mine around the house, because I have so many animals and have to wash the covers often, I have to use an envelope type closure.ReplyDelete
Good Evening Karen, This is exactly how I make my cushions. Using the iron to straighten the seams makes the job a lot easier. I also steam iron the seams if I am making an envelope cushion cover, one which I want to remove and wash on a regular basis. This is a great tip for everyone. Best Wishes DaphneReplyDelete
Thanks so much for this tutorial. Closing that opening has been the downfall of many pillows for me. Now I think I can master this part.ReplyDelete
Awesome! I have never thought of doing this. :)ReplyDelete
Great looking pillow. When I was learning to sew, someone told me the difference between a professional look and a home made look was to iron EVERY seam, AS I SEWED IT! It doesn't seem;) like it would make a difference, but it sure does. It takes more time, but you'll be glad.ReplyDelete
Hi Karen,ReplyDelete
I must have missed it; are you doing your Sew Darn Crafty linky party anymore? I've looked the last two weeks and haven't found it.
Having a duh moment after reading this. Thanks!ReplyDelete
- AnonymousNovember 20, 2012 at 4:53 AM
I desperately want to try my hands on sewing my pillows. Nice share.ReplyDelete
You can learn the quick tip to sew opening of decorative pillow. Learn all about it from hereReplyDelete


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By DAVID GREEN
Morenci residents will see Consumers Energy trucks moving into town next year to complete upgrades on the main electrical line serving customers.
Barb Mitzel of Consumers' Adrian office told city council Dec. 14 that the 46,000 volt high voltage distribution line from Dowling Highway near Hudson to Morenci is being rebuilt.
Four and a half miles of the line are already complete, she said, and anyone driving north of Morenci on M-156 probably noticed the work last summer. About five miles of the line have yet to be rebuilt.
"The purpose is to improve reliability," Mitzel said.
Lines will deteriorate over the years, she said, and lead to outages.
The work will also address some right-of-way concerns and will enable the company to handle repair issues more quickly in the future.
In Morenci, new poles will be positioned in the vicinity of Mill, Union and Locust streets, leading to the substation. None of the new wiring will pass above any residences.
Mitzel was asked if the new wiring would increase capacity. After checking with an engineer later in the week, she learned that the wire size will be increased to allow for more capacity. If a large energy user located in Morenci, more electricity would be available, she said.
The upgrade does not affect the electrical shortage in the industrial park, however, because Consumers isn't the provider. The city chose Midwest Energy to serve the industrial park.
Mitzel said she came to the council meeting to let the community know that changes are coming.
"We're part of the community and a big part of their every day lives," she said.
PLANNERS—Rebecca Berger was appointed to fill a vacancy on the planning commission. John Van Havel, who also volunteered, was first nominated, but failed to gain support in a 3-4 vote.
SNOW—Council accepted a bid from T&R Total Lawn Care for the removal of snow from walks where the owner failed to get the job done. T&R submitted the only bid, but city supervisor Barney Vanderpool was satisfied with their work. T&R will charge $17 a walk.
Vanderpool said responses to uncleared walks will be based on complaints. City employees will not patrol the town for uncleared walks.
PART-TIME—Council voted to hire two part-time employees. One will work at the recycling center for 17 hours a week. The other will serve on a call-in basis for general DPW work. The worker could assist in snow removal or other chores where extra help is needed.
BUDGET—City administrator/clerk Renée Schroeder told council that property tax revenue is predicted to drop by an average of five percent in Michigan (a possible loss of $30,000 for Morenci). She was told that state revenue sharing could decline by a similar amount.
The city's budgeted contingency fund is about the same as the projected decrease, she said, and the situation will need careful monitoring.
LEDC—Council member Greg Braun will take former mayor Doug Erskin's place on the Lenawee Economic Development Committee.
MEETING—The Dec. 28 council meeting was canceled. The next regular meeting is Jan. 11.


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This recipe was shared by our friend Ann-Michelle, who brought it to us for dessert one Friday night. It's incredibly delicious, super easy to make, and unhealthy (consider yourself warned). It makes three pies which is lucky because you may eat one while waiting to serve the others. Freezes well but rewarm before serving.
2 Duncan Heinz brownie mixes, the 9×13 size (alternatively you may make homemade brownies but it is really not necessary)
24 cookies worth of chocolate chip cookie dough (Kineret works well)
3 graham cracker pie crusts
Top with pareve whipping cream or pareve vanilla ice cream
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
Make brownies following the "cakey" version on the box. Divide batter between the three pie crusts. Crumble the cookies on top (8 cookies per pie). Bake 30-45 min. It is going to be VERY VERY wet in the middle when you check it with a toothpick, so, after 30 min, check the part of the pie closer to the crust with a toothpick. It should still be VERY wet but not totally batter. This is better undercooked than overbaked. Depending on the oven calibration, cooking time is 30 -43 minutes. Delicious served warm with whipped pareve cream or pareve vanilla ice cream.


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There have been reports of issues with the PPV broadcast. For Time-Warner, at least in the New York City area, the HD Broadcast was listed as WWE Bragging Rights and if you ordered it, you received a blank screen. The standard version is running. I've gotten reports of audio issues with the HD Version ordered via DirecTV as well.
TNA X-Division champion Jay Lethal vs. Robbie E. (with Cookie)
They locked up at the bell. E was overwhelmed early by Lethal. Lethal controlled E with an armdrag and hiptoss. Lethal backdropped E over the top to the floor. Lethal nailed a sliding kick and a chop across the chest on the floor. Back in the ring, Lethal nailed E with a dropkick for a two count. Lethal nailed a cartwheel into another dropkick. He continued controlling the bout, chopping away at him in the corner.
Lethal went for the Lethal Combination but Robbie grabbed the ropes. He drilled Lethal in the throat and worked him over with a series of punches. He draped Lethal over the apron and slammed his arm over Lethal's chest and sternum. He dragged Lethal back into the ring but Lethal tried to mount a comeback from his knees with several shots. Robbie came back with a clothesline and covered Lethal for a two count.
Robbie controlled the bout but Lethal came back with a series of clotheslines and a handspring elbow. Lethal went for a sunset flip but Cookie distracted referee Earl Hebner so there was no count. Lethal tossed Robbie to the floor, then hit a tope to the outside.
Lethal beat Robbie with a series of rights on the floor. He tossed Robbie back in the ring but Cookie tried to use her hairspray on Jay. He grabbed her arm and forced it out of her hand. Lethal nailed the Lethal Combination and went to the top rope for his elbow but Cookie grabbed his legs as the referee was removing the hair spray. Robbie E caught Lethal and nailed his neckbreaker for the pin.
Your winner and new TNA X-Division champion, Robbie E!
OK opener. There was nothing wrong with it and there were some nice exchanges but just a solid match.
Mike Tenay and Taz discussed the other matches scheduled for the PPV.
Christy Hemme interviewed Mickie James. James said that Tara turned something that was business into something that was personal. She said that Tara doesn't have to like her, but she will respect Mickie. Good promo.
Tara vs. Mickie James (with Madison Rayne)
Mickie slapped Tara as soon as she hit the ring. She nailed her a second time., Tara used a double leg takedown and they rolled around exchanging strikes on the mat. Tara gained control but James backdropped her over, then dropkicked her. Tara went to the floor. On the apron, Tara snapped her face over the ropes as she returned to the ring.
James came back with a single leg crab. Tara went to the floor to escape and drilled James as she followed. They locked up on the floor and neither was able to gain the advantage. They rolled back into the ring, still jockeying for position., In the end, Tara finally muscled her across the ring and choked James.
Tara nailed a snap suplex, then floated over into a forward choke. She whipped James into the turnbuckle but Mickie fought back. James pulled Tara over the ropes with a headscissor, then dove off the apron with a hard shot. James tossed her into the ring and nailed a missile dropkick.
Mickie went for her kick but Tara caught her and slammed her down, then booted her in the face. They battled back and forth. Mickie went for a DDT but Tara powered her up to the top rope. Tara and Mickie battled on the top rope and took a nasty spill off the top to the floor while clawing at each other. They continued battling around ringside and up the aisle towards the stage.
James tossed Tara over the guard rail and they fought through the crowd . The referee tried to get between them and they shoved him away. The referee called for the DQ. Tara went right after Mickie and they continued fighting through the crowd and into the aisle towards the ring. They battled their way towards the stage, slamming each other into the stage. Mickie tossed Tara into a bunch of stagehands. Tara grabbed a broom and broke it over Mickie's back. Mickie grabbed a trash can and drilled Tara with it. They continued brawling until security tried to break it up. The crowd, which was loving this, chanted for them to fight.
Mickie broke free and made her way back to the ring. She challenged Tara to come back. Tara hit the ring and they began exchanging slaps and punches. They started ripping at each other's clothes and continued fighting. A number of TNA agents hit the ring to break it up but Tara attacked Mickie again. The crowd kept chanting to let the women fight. Mike Tenay tried to sign off the segment but Mickie dove through the officials and attacked Tara.
Real entertaining brawl. The match was fine but once they got into the post-bout brawl, the intensity and the crowd interest really picked up. They were trying hard to treat it like a legitimate shoot in terms of the bad blood and it came off well.
Team 3D video package.
Christy Hemme interviewed Team 3D backstage. She said that she was sad because it was their last match. Bubba said that she just smacked them in the face with reality. He said that 15 years ago they tried to become the greatest tag team of all time and after 23 tag team championships, he can say they did it together. Ray said they were going out there to become the champions, again, together and that they would retire on top. He said they were going out the same way they came in – together.
TNA Tag Team champions The Motor City Machineguns vs. Team 3D
Devon and Alex Shelley shook hands before the bell. Devon backed him up into a corner but broke clean. Devon took over Shelley with a headlock takedown but Shelley reversed it and they returned to their feet. Fans began the dueling chants. Shelley was caught with a reverse elbow while Devon was rebounding off the ropes for a two count.
Chris Sabin tagged in and the Guns went for a double team move but Devon escaped and nailed a double clothesline. Bubba tagged in and 3D went for 3D but Sabin shot out of the ring to escape. Bubba and Sabin went back and forth. Taz told the origins of the original Dudley Boyz gimmick and how they created it as a takeoff of the Hansen Brothers in the film "Slapshot.â€
Devon tagged back in and scored a two count but Shelley interfered. Shelley blind tagged in and the Guns hit the Dream Sequence. Shelley went for a top rope stomp but Devon moved. Shelley looked to have hurt his knee, so Bubba, after tagging in, began working on it.
The Guns made a comeback, keeping 3D at bay with double team maneuvers. Sabin hit a tope on Devon. Sabin went for a slingshot pescado but Ray avoided it. Bubba charged him on the floor but Sabin ducked and Ray nailed the ringpost. Bubba was busted open.
Shelley worked over Bubba in the ring, cutting off the ring on him. The Guns tagged in and out, taking turns wearing down Bubba. Bubba came back with a sit down Bubba Bomb and draped his arm over Sabin for a two count. Shelley tagged in and took out Devon before Bubba could make the tag.
Shelley worked over Bubba, who began working him over with chops while mounting a comeback. Shelley went for a kick but Bubba caught it. Shelley nailed an enziguiri but Bubba stayed on his feet. Shelley came off the middle rope with another shot and Bubba went down. Shelley tagged in Sabin and Devon got the hot tag.
Devon worked over Sabin with a shoulderblock and a sideslam for a two count. Devon was caught with a kick as he charged into the corner. Devon came back with a powerslam for a two count for a two count, then a neckbreaker but Shelley broke it up.
The Guns killed Devon with a double team maneuver but Devon grabbed Sabin, held him, then powerbombed him onto Sabin. Devon hit the flying headbutt as Bubba was recovering in the corner. Bubba blindtagged in and double clotheslined the Guns from behind. They set up Shelley for the Wazzup Headbutt and he nailed it.
The fans called for Devon to get the tables and he did. Ray set up a table in the corner. 3D whipped Sabin into the table but he ran up it and backflipped off. Ray charged and missed, crashing through the tables. The Guns drilled Devon with stereo kicks for a two count. They kept working on Devon, who kept kicking out.
Devon escaped a running boot and Sabin accidentally nailed Shelley. Team 3D nailed their finisher but Sabin kicked out. The announcers acted like it was the first time anyone had ever kicked out of the move. 3D was shocked and in disbelief. They went for it again but Sabin turned it into a tornado DDT on Devon. The Guns nailed Bubba with Skull and Bones and scored the pin.
Your winners and still TNA Tag Team champions, The Motor City Machineguns!
After the match, The Guns raised 3D's arms and they all embraced.
Real good back and forth tag match. So far so good with this show!
Christy Hemme interviewed Tommy Dreamer. Dreamer said that it's a sad night because EV2.0 is fighting for their jobs, He's fighting his friend and 3D wrestled their last match. Dreamer told Bischoff congratulations because he has everyone buying into his BS. He told Van Dam that toniught he was going to learn who his friends were and who was lying to him.
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Choosing Eye Protection (2009-04-09)
The primary concern for every wargame should be first and foremost the safety of the players. And we cant stress this enough but your eyes must be protected at all times.
Buying eye protection is the first thing you should do when looking to get into airsoft. Here we will discuss different types of eye protection and their advantages and disadvantages.
Mesh Masks are the most basic type of protection, generally the cheapest too. Most are made from a soft flexible green plastic that covers the face as well as protecting the eyes completely by creating a seal with the side of the head. This offers complete protection from all sides. However many people find the feel of the plastic against their head to be uncomfortable and must use their own foam padding bought separately to make the mask more comfortable. For people with glasses the mesh provides good ventilation but on hot or humid days the lack of good breathing ventilation on many masks (not all) may cause fogging. If you can wear contacts instead of glasses, consider it while wearing a mesh mask. It must be said that there are many good mesh masks out there that have good ventilation and offer good protection. However it must also be mentioned that there are several reports of cheap mesh masks being penetrated by some higher powered guns and broken bb shards from impact, so choose wisely when picking a mesh mask.
Paintball Masks are similar to mesh masks in that they protect the entire face and make a good seal from the sides offering complete protection. The clear screen protecting your face offers a better field of view than most mesh masks and doesn't darken your view like a mesh mask. However over time it will accumulate scratches and marks which will make it less convenient to use. Also the ventilation offered by paintball masks isn't as good as mesh masks making them more prone to fogging. Some masks now come with battery powered fans in them to provide ventilation and make the mask more comfortable but remember to consider the noise it makes and the masking on your hearing senses that it would cause.
Goggles are the next on the list and they provide excellent eye protection by creating a full seal with your face from the sides of the goggles, eliminating any risk of ricochets or odd angles from entering your face. However fogging may be a problem. If your goggles are vented, ensure the vents are small enough not to let a BB through. Some goggles come with frames for corrective lenses to be fitted allowing comfortable use for those who require it.
Ballistic glasses offer the least protection to the face, only covering the eyes and having no seal against the sides of your face. They are a favorite of airsoft veterans but remember, when choosing glasses ensure that the fit against your face is tight. Glasses, that are likely to fall or or have large gaps between your skin and the lens are not protective enough for such a sport like airsoft.
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HOLDEN, MA – 09-13-2018 (PRDistribution.com) — Dr. Karin Ciance, Assistant Professor of Nursing at Anna Maria College, was just recently selected for the Empowered Woman of the Year Award for 2018 by the International Association of Top Professionals (IAOTP).
While inclusion with the International Association of Top Professionals is an honor in itself, only a few women are selected for this distinction. The Empowered Woman of the Year is an award that is given for a Woman who has excelled tremendously in a male dominated industry and has inspired other professionals by her outstanding commitment and contributions to society. IAOTP is incredibly honored to be able to recognize Dr. Ciance for her success and dedication.Dr. Ciance is being recognized for this honor for having empowering women on a global scale to not only be successful in the healthcare profession, but also as a professor. She has provided visionary leadership in educating students and training nurses.Dr. Ciance will be honored for this achievement at the 2018 IAOTP's Annual Award Gala being held at the Plaza Hotel in, NYC. She will be presented not only with the Empowered Woman of the Year Award but also for her selection for the Lifetime Achievement Award.Dr. Ciance was just honored at the 2017 IAOTP's Annual Award Gala, at the Ritz Carlton in Battery Park NYC for being selected as Top Professional of the Year in Community Health Nursing and named Top Female Healthcare Professional for her outstanding leadership and commitment to the healthcare field. Stephanie Cirami, President of IAOTP stated "Choosing Dr. Ciance for this award was an easy decision for our panel to make. She is brilliant, extraordinary, and has empowered women to be successful in the healthcare industry. It was great to spend time with Dr. Ciance at this past year's gala and we are honored to have her with our organization. All honorees are invited to attend the IAOTP's annual award gala at the end of this year for a night to honor their achievements. www.iaotp.com/award-gala.Dr. Ciance is being recognized for having over 3 decades of professional experience in the Nursing Industry and for her outstanding leadership and contribution she has made in all fields of Nursing. With her diverse background and experience Dr. Ciance has held an impressive repertoire of prior roles. She started her career as a Staff Nurse, Charge Nurse, Associate Nurse Manager, Nurse Manager, Director of Clinical Services and Director of Urgent Care. She has worked in many different areas in nursing including urgent care, medical/surgical nursing, women's health, rehabilitation, community health, home health and long-term care. Dr. Ciance earned her Diploma in Nursing in 1983 from Worcester City Hospital School of Nursing and her Bachelor of Science in Nursing in 1989 at Worcester State College. While working full time, she simultaneously earned her MS in Community Health Nursing also at Worcester State College in 2004 and completed her Doctor of Nursing Practice at Walden University in 2014.Dr. Ciance began teaching a lab section at Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (MCPHS) and fell in love with it that she later accepted a position at MCPHS University in Worcester, Massachusetts as an Adjunct Nursing Professor. She also accepted a position as an adjunct nursing professor and taught in the graduate nursing program at Worcester State College in the Community Health Nursing program. In 2010, Dr. Ciance taught in the Associate Nursing Program as an adjunct professor, before accepting a full time faculty at Anna Maria College in 2011. Dr. Ciance has demonstrated success not only as a nurse but also as a professor educating nursing students and developing courses for the BSN program and for the college's online RN-BSN program including fundamentals, community health, public health, research and senior seminar. Dr. Ciance also advises students and attends faculty assemblies and school meetings when she isn't in the classroom and serves as a mentor for new faculty and graduate nursing students, is the Vice President of the Faculty Assembly.Throughout her illustrious career, Dr. Ciance remains active in her community, has received numerous awards, accolades and has been featured in many publications and magazines for her outstanding leadership and commitment to the profession. In 2011 selected as Professional of the Year by Continental Who's Who. In 2013 selected as VIP of the Year with Strathmore Whos Who. In 2015 she was selected as Outstanding Professional of the Year and inducted as Roundtable Member by Strathmore Who's Who. In 2016 selected by Oxford Who's Who Tier of Excellence and featured in Women of Distinction Magazine. She was featured on a billboard on the Reuters Building in Times Square and for 2017 selected Top Nurse in Paxton, Massachusetts by the International Nurses Association and named Top Professional of the Year in Community Health Nursing by the International Association of Top Professionals. She is an active member of Worcester City Hospital School of Nursing Alumni Association, recently elected President Elect of the Iota Phi Chapter for the Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society for Nurses, the American Nurses Association, Massachusetts/Rhode Island League for Nursing, Golden Key International Honor Society and American Woman of Today. She is also the Executive Director for the Greenwood Street Medical Clinic, which is a free medical clinic that serves underprivileged citizens with no medical insurance. For more information on Dr. Ciance please visit (http://www.annamaria.edu/fire-health-science-profiles/414-faculty-profile-karen-cianceWatch her video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GmTr-vrdcmQ About IAOTPThe International Association of Top Professionals (IAOTP) is an international boutique networking organization who handpicks the world's finest, most prestigious top professionals from different industries. These top professionals are given an opportunity to collaborate, share their ideas, be keynote speakers and to help influence others in their fields. This organization is not a membership that anyone can join. You have to be asked by the President or be nominated by a distinguished honorary member after a brief interview. 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A Mac security blog today raised the possibility that Friday's Snow Leopard upgrade to OS X may include anti-virus features.
The Mac Security Blog showed a screenshot of a dialogue box that appears to show Snow Leopard intercepting malware.
The blog, published by Intego, a software company specialising in security programmes for the Mac, says the screenshot shows Snow Leopard detecting a Trojan downloaded via Safari.
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Macs do not attract as many viruses or spyware as Windows computers, although security software companies never tire of highlighting threats that do target Apple's hardware. How they will respond to AV built in to Apple's newest operating system remains to be seen.
The main reason for the Snow Leopard upgrade, according to Apple, are the performance increases it offers. Email messages should load twice as fast, while Time Machine back-ups get an 80 per cent speed boost. The 64-bit version of Snow Leopard will double its speed - all in a package that should free up about 7GB of memory.
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Etta don't play, baby. Evidently, she also doesn't care much for Beyonce' either. Even though Beyonce' Knowles (has everyone forgotten that she has a last name) played Etta James in the recent Cadillac Records and they played nice on the red carpet at the premiere in December, Etta told a Seattle concert audience (Colette, were you there?) that she "can't stand Beyonce'".
Now, that's interesting, but I find the reporting a bit more interesting. Here is the USA Today's published quote:
"You guys know your president, right?" she began. "I tell you that woman he had singing for him, singing my song — she's going to get her a – – whupped. . . . I can't stand Beyoncé. She has no business up there, singing up there on a big ol' president day, gonna be singing my song that I've been singing forever."
Now, here is the total quote, via MTV, that USA Today conveniently edited:
"You guys know your president, right? You know the one with the big ears?" began her rant, a recording of which was obtained by TMZ. "Wait a minute, he ain't my president. He might be yours; he ain't my president. But I tell you that woman he had singing for him, singing my song — she's going to get her a– whipped.
"The great Beyoncé," James went on. "Like I said, she ain't mine. … I can't stand Beyoncé. She has no business up there, singing up there on a big ol' president day, gonna be singing my song that I've been singing forever."
To hear the audio for yourself, click on TMZ within the second quote.
Of all the media outlets carrying the story, only MTV publishes the whole quote. Now, just why was the great Etta James edited so? Is it because she isn't lock step with the legions on "The Great O"? At least MTV has some journalistic integrity. (Never thought I'd type THAT.)
I'm with Etta, however. I can't stand Beyonce' either. Totally overrated and overhyped. Jennifer Hudson put her to absolute shame in Dreamgirls. If not for her stage father, Beyonce' would be singing back up somewhere.
As for who "owns" At Last, I'll let you be the judge….
Beyonce' in character, paying tribute to Etta James at Fashion Rocks
ETA: The Chicago Sun-Times reports that The Obamas and Beyonce' are "stung" by Etta's remarks. They also indicate that planners of the Inaugural Ball didn't even know Etta was still performing and many of the younger people likely didn't even know she's alive. I'm sure that makes Etta feel better.
However, they add this last tidbit:
• As for James' biting remarks, a couple of family members have been quoted as saying they may have been the result of "over-medication" for an undisclosed ailment.
Where's there's smoke, there's fire. Even if Etta was "out of her mind" (which it certainly doesn't sound so in the audio), perhaps her true feelings were revealed? But certainly ETTA couldn't be vocally in discord with The Great One OR Beyonce', right? No, she's just either senile, over-medicated, or a "bitter old woman".
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Ever since our fabulous Barbie dress design workshop at the Indianapolis Children's Museum, I have been quietly whiling away my hours attempting to create a similar design from scratch-ish. I knew that I wanted the dress to have that same simplicity and ease of construction, but knowing what you want a garment to look like isn't really enough if you don't actually know much about patternmaking.
Also, Barbie has really skewed dimensions. It took a while.
Although I still have some corrections to make to my pattern before I share it with you (it needs to be 1/4" wider, I do believe, and the hem should curve more, and I might make it a little longer), my latest mock-up was accurate enough that Sydney and I were able to spend a happy afternoon actually, you know, USING it.
Part of my intention with this pattern is to make it simple enough for even a small child to use, but I ended up cutting out and constructing several dresses all by myself anyway, because Sydney remained focused on one thing only:
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I made these out of felt just so that they'd be quick and easy as a spur-of-the-moment project in which Syd walked up to me as I was working on something else and said, "Let's make doll clothes now!", but once the pattern is all settled and she's actually used it a few times, I plan to open up the entire world of my stash fabric to her, and then I think that the young designer will really be in runway heaven.
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A No-Sew Barbie Dress, and a Young Fashion Designer
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i love your post!
what a creative mama you are with finding a dress they can make over in so many different styles.
have you perfected the pattern? and willing to share?
btw i found this post when i did a search for a no sew barbie dress pattern for my little girl!
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By Peter Becker
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A compact disc containing private information for over 1,000 patients at Wayne Memorial Hospital (WMH) from the past five years is missing, Hospital officials reported Jan. 22. The unencrypted CD was sent in the mail to another office but the package arrived opened, without the disc.
Wayne Memorial Hospital began sending out notification letters on January 18, to patients affected by the incident. On December 3, 2012, WMH discovered that this CD containing patient information had gone missing. An investigation was launched immediately. The hospital assured patients every step was being taken to address the incident and to protect their privacy.
The CD was included in a package sent by certified mail to WMH's government authorized Medicare Administrative Contractor. The contractor received the package damaged and without the CD. Upon learning this, WMH conducted a diligent search for the CD with both the United States Post Office and the contractor. To date, WMH has been unable to locate the CD. The investigation confirmed that the CD contained names of patients who used WMH services between 2007 and 2012, account balances and, in some instances, Medicare numbers.
The notification letters were sent to 1,182 affected patients, who had had account balances pending.
WMH administrators said they have no reason to believe that any of the information has been accessed or used improperly. However, in an abundance of caution, the Hospital has established a dedicated call center for those affected. WMH is also offering to eligible individuals one year of credit monitoring services provided through Experian. More information can be found at the WMH website at www.wmh.org.
According to the website, anyone who thinks they are affected by this but who does not receive a letter by Feb. 8, call 866-221-0150 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Lisa Champeau, public relations manager for the hospital, said they are investigating why the information on the CD was not encrypted.
She said all of the normal procedures were followed in mailing the information to the company.
Government regulations require that information be "reasonably protected," she said. However, Champeau said the hospital is being proactive when it comes to studying the procedures and what changes need to be implemented.
"We submit this type of information annually to the authorized Medicare Administrative Contractor. The list includes account balance information and identifying information prescribed by Medicare for accounts that meet certain criteria," said Chief Financial Officer Michael Clifford.
A statement released by Wayne Memorial reads, "WMH deeply regrets any inconveniences or concerns that this incident may cause those affected. The Hospital takes this incident very seriously and is reviewing its policies and procedures to ensure patient information is protected. The Hospital is committed to protecting all patient information and educating staff hospital-wide on the importance of maintaining the confidentiality of patient information entrusted to Wayne Memorial."
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It might not know anything about baseball, but the Illinois basketball team hit a homer during an 81-68 win over Iowa in Big Ten Conference play Saturday at Assembly Hall.
Instead of the normal routine and an intense scouting report, the Illini took to the Ubben Basketball Complex court Friday night for Wiffle Ball -- the game with the plastic baseball bat and ball. Coach Bruce Weber wanted his Illini loose and free from stress heading into the key home game, but it's proably a good thing the former catcher spent Friday on a recruiting trip in Springfield rather than watching that.
"We found out most of the guys don't know anything about baseball,'' Weber said. "They didn't know a force out, didn't know anything.''
Weber's tried other things to ease the stress over the years, such as bowling or a trip to the movies. Going against Iowa, a team that entered the game tied for last in the Big Ten, this one was about the Illini more than preparing to play Iowa, Weber said. So he went with something unconventional. Part of Weber's job description is sports psychologist.
"Oh God, everyday,'' he said. "The whole thing is to make them feel good, happy and loose.''
It worked. Center Mike Tisdale, forward Mike Davis and guard Demetri McCamey combined on 25-for-37 shooting, at Assembly Hall, reminding everyone of the optimism that followed Illinois into the season months ago. That kind of feel good just didn't stick around through those bad losses left this senior class with a reputation sliding as fast as the season's prospects for the last couple months.
"Everybody has been hammering us the whole season, talking about the seniors this and that, that the seniors aren't stepping up,'' Davis said. "We took it as a challenge. Us four took it as a challenge to come out and play well. We wanted to come out tonight, step up and shut people up. Just telling them the seniors are here. We're here to step up and lead this team to a big seed.''
Illinois improved to 18-11 overall and 8-8 in the Big Ten. The Illini play at No. 8 Purdue Tuesday (6 p.m., ESPN). Weber's pregame talks have been about looking ahead instead of worrying about the past. Nothing can change those bad losses against Illinois-Chicago and Indiana, or that string of close losses. It's next play for Illinois.
"No matter what happens, you can't be negative and dwell on a lot of that stuff,'' Weber said. "Want you can do is control what's here. We have a three-game season. It started here today. We've got a couple home games and the game at Purdue. You can't control (the past). It's over and done. Let's see if we can do something now.''
Tisdale scored a season-high 25 points on 10-for-14 shooting, taking advantage of the high-low in the first half and finding himself open in the second half against the smaller Hawkeyes. Davis had 20 points on 8-for-12 shooting and nine rebounds, and McCamey finished with 18 points, seven assists and five rebounds. Senior forward Bill Cole scored only two points, but he had six rebounds and three steals while leading the team on the Matto hustle chart.
"Our seniors have to play like this if we're going to have a chance,'' Weber said.
Iowa closed to within 38-35 early in the second half, but Illinois pushed back for a 50-39 lead. Tisdale scored eight points in the run.
"It's a good win,'' Tisdale said. "We can't settle with one. That's our forte so far.''
Weber went back to a more conventional starting lineup with the seniors and guard D.J. Richardson, fresh from a trip to the barber shop, back in the starting lineup. The sophomore didn't score much, but his emphasis was on the defensive end. Richardson left the game in the second half with a hamstring injury.
Freshmen Jereme Richmond (shoulder) and Meyers Leonard (ankle) were also slowed by the bumps and bruises of a long college season, Weber said.Freshman Melsahn Masabe scored 17 points to lead the Hawkeyes (10-18, 3-13), but Iowa couldn't keep pace with the Illini upperclassmen.
"They're terrific players,'' said Iowa coach Fran McCaffrey. "McCamey can control the game, scoring and not scoring. He was the guy that we targeted. We got beaten up inside a little bit. It's a tough matchup for both of our guys. You have to give Illinois credit. They went inside, and those guys played extremely well.
"I don't think they ever panicked.''
Maybe they Illini should take that Wiffle Ball to Purdue.
NOTES: Weber went to Springfield Friday to watch Lanphier freshman guard Larry Austin Jr. Meanwhile, assistant Jay Price scouted Chatham Glenwood guard Peyton Allen during a game at Springfield. . . Rochester quarterback Wes Lunt was part of the group of football recruits at the game during the Illinois football junior day. . . Illinois set a school record with its sixth consecutive win against the Hawkeyes. . .Illinois report card Front court -- A Facing a smaller Hawkeye roster, center Mike Tisdale took control. Working some high-low with forward Mike Davis, Tisdale put up a season-high 25 points. Davis also continued his hot run, finishing with 20 points and nine rebounds. Back court -- B Demetri McCamey is playing better. After getting back in the starting lineup, D.J. Richardson played hard but didn't get a lot done. Bench -- C Coach Bruce Weber worked his way down the bench, using four players off the bench before mop-up duty. Freshman Crandall Head earned some quality time in the second half. Overall -- B The seniors looked good with the pressure on against a team tied for last in the Big Ten. Davis, Tisdale, McCamey and Bill Cole could boost their reputation by getting to the NCAA Tournament. If they do that, some of the struggles earlier this season will be forgotten.


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Snap o' the Day: Rio trees felled for parkway
Drivers along busy Rio Road got an eyeful Friday, February 20, as at least half a dozen mature trees were felled to make way for the connection to Albemarle County's 1.4-mile segment of the planned Meadowcreek Parkway. Locally-based Faulconer Construction won the job with the low bid of $11.8 million.
In early December, a curious Hook reporter, intrigued by the suggestion by the local Chamber of Commerce that all bids–- which ranged from $11.8 to $17.2 million–- fell within the engineer's estimate, asked for such estimate. However, in a December 12 letter, VDOT pointed out that such estimates are specifically exempt from disclosure under section 2.2-3705.7 (4) of the Virginia Freedom of Information Act.
Faulconer is not only building the two-lane road from Rio Road south to the Charlottesville city limits at Melbourne Road, it will also build a new bridge over the Norfolk Southern Railroad tracks, and the company will rebuild a portion of Rio Road.
The city's portion of the Parkway, dubbed McIntire Road Extended, will be advertised for construction bids this year.
A third piece of the puzzle, replacing the at-grade intersection between McIntire Road and Route 250 Bypass with a swanky new grade-separated interchange tapping into the new Parkway, is also under development by the city of Charlottesville with bid advertisement scheduled for early next year.
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- Myth# 1: A healthy pet won't get fleas – While not a guarantee, it is true that a healthy animal is a much less attractive host for fleas. That's one of many good reasons to feed a high quality diet of natural food. However, even a healthy pet can get fleas in heavily infested regions, so keep a watchful eye out and use a natural flea repellent on all at-risk pets.
- Myth #2: Fleas live on pets, not in the houses – Fleas usually enter the house on pets, as stated above, but they can quickly find refuge in the house. Carpets, bedding, pet beds, and upholstered furniture make cozy homes for fleas, flea eggs, and flea larvae. If you find fleas in the house, you must take quick action to eliminate them there (as well as on your pet, and even in your yard).
- Myth #3: Keeping the house clean will prevent fleas – Unfortunately, fleas can infest even the most spotless home. Fleas usually enter the house on your pets, but they can also hitch a ride on clothing, and have even been seen to jump right into the house on their own. Hard-surfaced floors are no protection, either; fleas can live in the cracks and around the edges of wood, laminate, or tile floors. They can also take refuge in furniture, bedding, and area rugs. If you live in an area with fleas, it is important to protect your pets at all times. It's also important to get rid of fleas in your yard. Creating a flea-free buffer all around the house a great way to prevent infestation.
- Myth #4: If I only see a couple of fleas on my pet, then it's not a big problem – More than 90% of a flea population is in the egg, larval, or pupal (cocoon) stage, all of which take place off the pet, usually in carpet, bedding, or furniture, or shady areas in the yard where your pet (or other critters) hang out. If you see a few fleas, it's certain that there are hundreds of eggs and immature stages in the environment. The process of producing an adult flea can take weeks or even months. There's no quick fix, but vigilance and persistence can get rid of even stubborn infestations.
- Myth #5: Once the fleas are gone from my pet, the problem is solved – Fleas do not surrender easily. If you have seen fleas on your pet or in house, you need to treat the house with a safe product, and stay vigilant for months. Fully solving the flea problem requires a 3-pronged approach of treating the pet, the house, and the yard. Use an outdoor treatment in shady areas under decks, bushes and trees, where fleas like to hang out. The best approach is prevention, so always protect your pets with a natural flea repellent, especially if they spend time outdoors, or at a dog park or doggie day care.
- Myth #6: I don't have to worry about fleas during winter – Although you may not see them in the winter in cold climates, fleas can live quite comfortably in your house, as well as on wildlife. If your pet or your house had fleas during the warm months, you're likely to have fleas during the winter months as well. If your pet goes outdoors and may have contact with squirrels, birds, or other wildlife, they can still get fleas. And, of course, fleas live happily in warm climates all year long, so flea control is a year-round battle.
- Myth #7: My veterinarian can most effectively treat fleas – It is fine to consult your veterinarian about flea control, but be wary of the chemical flea control products she may recommend (see Myth #8). In addition, veterinarians may not know the best ways to get rid of fleas in the environment. We recommend trying to find a holistic veterinarian who can guide you on natural flea control products. One resource for finding a holistic veterinarian is the directory of the American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association.
- Myth #8: Chemical spot-on flea products are an easy and safe way to prevent fleas – They are easy, yes, but they are not necessarily safe. The US Environmental Protection Agency recently (2010) completed an in-depth investigation due to the hundreds of reports of illness and death in pets. Serious adverse effects were reported for every product EPA assessed. EPA is in the process of increasing restrictions on their use. You can read more on the EPA website here.
- Myth #9: Chemical flea collars are an easy and safe way to prevent fleas – Flea collars are the least effective control method. Fleas spend most of their time off the animal. Their effects tend not to last very long. Conventional flea collars which use chemicals may contain potentially harmful residues that are transferred to pets' fur and can be transferred to humans who handle them. The Natural Resource Defense Council is involved in a lawsuit in California to block the sale of these products, some of which contain cancer-causing agents and poisons that linger on fur for weeks. Children are most at risk for neurological damage. A great alternative is natural flea tags, which are effective for most pets and can work for up to two years.
- Myth #10: Natural flea control products don't work – Although many natural flea control products don't have to go through EPA-mandated tests because they aren't classified as pesticides, this doesn't mean that they don't work. People all over the country use the natural approach to flea control effectively, and although it is not always as easy as using chemicals, you can rest assured that the products are safe for your pet and your family.


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Senate Bill No. 61
(By Senators Cookman and Fitzsimmons)
[Introduced January 8, 2014; referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.]
A BILL to amend and reenact §49-5-2 of the Code of West Virginia, 1931, as amended, relating to juvenile proceedings; increasing the number of certified legal education credits required to serve as a court-appointed attorney in juvenile cases; and providing for appointment of an attorney where an attorney who has completed the credits is not available.
Be it enacted by the Legislature of West Virginia:
That §49-5-2 of the Code of West Virginia, 1931, as amended, be amended and reenacted to read as follows:
§49-5-2. Juvenile jurisdiction of circuit courts, magistrate courts and municipal courts; constitutional guarantees; hearings; evidence and transcripts.
(a) The circuit court has original jurisdiction of proceedings brought under this article.
(b) If during a criminal proceeding in any court it is ascertained or appears that the defendant is under the age of nineteen years and was under the age of eighteen years at the time of the alleged offense, the matter shall be immediately certified to the juvenile jurisdiction of the circuit court. The circuit court shall assume jurisdiction of the case in the same manner as cases which are originally instituted in the circuit court by petition.
(c) Notwithstanding any other provision of this article, magistrate courts have concurrent juvenile jurisdiction with the circuit court for a violation of a traffic law of West Virginia, for a violation of section nine, article six, chapter sixty, section three or section four, article nine-a, chapter sixteen, or section nineteen, article sixteen, chapter eleven of this code, or for any violation of chapter twenty of this code. Juveniles are liable for punishment for violations of these laws in the same manner as adults except that magistrate courts have no jurisdiction to impose a sentence of incarceration for the violation of these laws.
(d) Notwithstanding any other provision of this article, municipal courts have concurrent juvenile jurisdiction with the circuit court for a violation of any municipal ordinance regulating traffic, for any municipal curfew ordinance which is enforceable or for any municipal ordinance regulating or prohibiting public intoxication, drinking or possessing alcoholic liquor or nonintoxicating beer in public places, any other act prohibited by section nine, article six, chapter sixty or section nineteen, article sixteen, chapter eleven of this code or underage possession or use of tobacco or tobacco products, as provided in article nine-a, chapter sixteen of this code. Municipal courts may impose the same punishment for these violations as a circuit court exercising its juvenile jurisdiction could properly impose, except that municipal courts have no jurisdiction to impose a sentence of incarceration for the violation of these laws.
(e) A juvenile may be brought before the circuit court for proceedings under this article only by the following means:
(1) By a juvenile petition requesting that the juvenile be adjudicated as a status offender or a juvenile delinquent; or
(2) By certification or transfer to the juvenile jurisdiction of the circuit court from the criminal jurisdiction of the circuit court, from any foreign court, or from any magistrate court or municipal court in West Virginia.
(f) (1) If a juvenile commits an act which would be a crime if committed by an adult, and the juvenile is adjudicated delinquent for that act, the jurisdiction of the court which adjudged the juvenile delinquent continues until the juvenile becomes twenty-one years of age. The court has the same power over that person that it had before he or she became an adult, and has the further power to sentence that person to a term of incarceration: Provided, That any such the term of incarceration may not exceed six months. This authority does not preclude the court from exercising criminal jurisdiction over that person if he or she violates the law after becoming an adult or if the proceedings have been transferred to the court's criminal jurisdiction pursuant to section ten of this article.
(2) If a juvenile is adjudicated as a status offender because he or she is habitually absent from school without good cause, the jurisdiction of the court which adjudged the juvenile a status offender continues until either the juvenile becomes twenty-one years of age, completes high school, completes a high school equivalent or other education plan approved by the court, or the court otherwise voluntarily relinquishes jurisdiction, whichever occurs first. If the jurisdiction of the court is extended pursuant to this subdivision, the court has the same power over that person that it had before he or she became an adult: Provided, That no person so adjudicated who has attained the age of nineteen may be ordered to attend school in a regular, nonaltenative setting.
(g) A juvenile is entitled to be admitted to bail or recognizance in the same manner as an adult and shall be afforded the protection guaranteed by Article III of the West Virginia Constitution.
(h) A juvenile has the right to be effectively represented by counsel at all stages of proceedings under the provisions of this article. If the juvenile or the juvenile's parent or custodian executes an affidavit showing that the juvenile cannot afford an attorney, the court shall appoint an attorney, who shall be paid in accordance with article twenty-one, chapter twenty-nine of this code. Effective, July 1, 2014, any attorney appointed who represents juveniles shall complete eight hours of continuing education every reporting period, or every two years, in topics specifically related to juvenile proceedings: Provided, That where an attorney who has completed this training is not available for appointment, the court shall appoint a competent attorney with demonstrated knowledge of juvenile law. Any attorney appointed pursuant to this section shall perform all duties required as an attorney licensed to practice in West Virginia.
(i) In all proceedings under this article, the juvenile shall be afforded a meaningful opportunity to be heard. This includes the opportunity to testify and to present and cross-examine witnesses. The general public shall be excluded from all proceedings under this article except that persons whose presence is requested by the parties and other persons whom the circuit court determines have a legitimate interest in the proceedings may attend: Provided, That in cases in which a juvenile is accused of committing what would be a felony if the juvenile were an adult, an alleged victim or his or her representative may attend any related juvenile proceedings, at the discretion of the presiding judicial officer: Provided, however, That in any case in which the alleged victim is a juvenile, he or she may be accompanied by his or her parents or representative, at the discretion of the presiding judicial officer.
(j) At all adjudicatory hearings held under this article, all procedural rights afforded to adults in criminal proceedings shall be afforded the juvenile unless specifically provided otherwise in this chapter.
(k) At all adjudicatory hearings held under this article, the rules of evidence applicable in criminal cases apply, including the rule against written reports based upon hearsay.
(l) Except for res gestae, extrajudicial statements made by a juvenile who has not attained fourteen years of age to law-enforcement officials or while in custody are not admissible unless those statements were made in the presence of the juvenile's counsel. Except for res gestae, extrajudicial statements made by a juvenile who has not attained sixteen years of age but who is at least fourteen years of age to law-enforcement officers or while in custody, are not admissible unless made in the presence of the juvenile's counsel or made in the presence of, and with the consent of, the juvenile's parent or custodian, and the parent or custodian has been fully informed regarding the juvenile's right to a prompt detention hearing, the juvenile's right to counsel, including appointed counsel if the juvenile cannot afford counsel, and the juvenile's privilege against self-incrimination.
(m) A transcript or recording shall be made of all transfer, adjudicatory and dispositional hearings held in circuit court. At the conclusion of each of these hearings, the circuit court shall make findings of fact and conclusions of law, both of which shall appear on the record. The court reporter shall furnish a transcript of the proceedings at no charge to any indigent juvenile who seeks review of any proceeding under this article if an affidavit is filed stating that neither the juvenile nor the juvenile's parents or custodian have the ability to pay for the transcript.
NOTE: The purpose of this bill is to increase the number of certified legal education credits required to serve as a court appointed attorney in juvenile cases.
Strike-throughs indicate language that would be stricken from the present law, and underscoring indicates new language that would be added.


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Quitting smoking is hard.
And the more help and support that we can give smokers to help them quit, the better off we all – men, women, children, dogs, cats, etc. will be.
March 24th was the 15th Annual Kick Butts day celebrated across the country.
Kids and young adults across the country will stand up to ask legislators to protect them from the tobacco industry. Protect them? The tobacco industry is not pulling teens and young adults out of their beds, homes or schools and telling them that they must smoke cigarettes or else.
Kick Butts Day – Are They Sending the Wrong Message?
The way this Kick Butts Day is designed is open for discussion, because the creators of the day are pointing fingers at the legislators, the tobacco industry and everyone else except those that are currently smoking. Why should just legislators and the tobacco industry get all the blame? Yes, advertising campaigns that target youth is an indirect way to entice young adults to start smoking, but they didn't force them …did they? Why are the creators of this day not also taking responsibility?
What if the Kick Butts Day focused more on getting teens and young adults to quit if they have started smoking and their friends rallying in support of them quitting. The day could commemorate the commitment to quitting, like a commitment to sobriety. The Kick Butts Day could be rallying around those that we know smoke and asking them to commit to quitting while also pointing them to support systems to help them.
What if we also celebrated those who have quit! Honoring them for taking responsibility for their life, health, and the impact smoking has on their loved ones. We could also remember those we have lost to cigarette smoking.
Putting a Positive Spin on a Positive Effort
We have rehabs for alcohol, drugs, sex, gambling, perhaps we need more rehab centers offering innovative approaches to smoking cessation. And we don't need rehab centers because if we can rally to vote, rally to fight for healthcare, then we can rally to help teens and young people quit on the Kick Butts Day.
So let's take a step to help smokers stop. An educational and positive spin on this day could implemented, instead of just name calling, or what some might label as cry baby blaming and finger pointing at legislators and the tobacco industry. The Kick Butt Day creators could make this a day of positive action rather than a day of focusing on negative reaction.
A Different Approach
Let's think about this a moment.
Kick Butts Day could be a rally cry one day each month of the year. One day a month could be a way to check in and hold accountable those who have made the commitment to quit smoking.
One day a month and if that is too much then one day every three months those that have committed to smoking will be obligated to answer to their peers, parents, friends, etc. as to what they are doing and if in fact they have quit.
Diaries should be kept on a daily basis so that the potential quitters are mindful of what they have promised to do and make note of the bad habits that keep them from fulfilling their commitment to quit smoking.
This would certainly be a morale booster for those who have quit and an example to peers and those who want to kick but have been afraid to try.
Kick Butts Day could create a movement to eradicate the need to smoke if we focus inwards instead of outwards.
notable references:
Georgia Kids 'Kick Butts' on March 24 – CNBC
On March 26 at Manteo High School in Manteo, students will hold a cigarette butt cleanup to determine if the tobacco-free campus policy is successful. …
STUDENTS at Joseph Priestley College tackled the effects of smoking in association with National No Smoking Day last week.


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