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Boost Your Workouts
March 26, 2013 - Dr. Greg Walsh
Sanibel is one of those towns where you can pop on a pair of running shoes or take the bike out of the garage and travel almost anywhere you would like on the island. From the historic lighthouse on the east end all the way to the border of Captiva, the spacious and properly maintained bike paths provide a convenience and opportunity that few places can match.
Making sure that you are dressed properly for such activity can go a long way in preventing injury. I wanted to share some information on a new technology that adidas has been working on with the intention of creating less impact on your body and more spring in your step for runners and walkers.
Most running shoes utilize a material called EVA foam which makes up the bulk of the "cushion" beneath your feet. Running shoes have been using EVA foam for years and until now, there has never been a real effort to find a worthy replacement. Adidas' new technology is called Boost and early tests are showing that their shoes are reducing the amount of impact in participant's knees as well as the energy exerted with every step. Unlike EVA foam, adidas is also claiming that Boost will not suffer in extremely hot and cold conditions.
The company's early goal is to focus Boost exclusively on running shoes and limit their availability to the adidas website and specialty stores focused on running. In the next few years, we should be seeing Boost material in everything from walking shoes to basketball trainers. Early reviews on the technology by running sites have been nothing but positive so it looks like the company's lofty claims are proving to be true. Only time will tell, but adidas may have taken a big step in the evolution of footwear.
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This week I was treated to a screening of one of my favourite films Breakfast at Tiffany's starring the uber-stylish Audrey Hepburn as Holly Golighty by the Millennium Hotel in Mayfair and it got me thinking about what other stylish films I love to watch. There are a lot in my collection so narrowing down to five was hard, but here they are – do you agree?
1. The September Issue
With New York Fashion Week taking place at the moment and the fashion train coming to London on Friday, one of my favourite films that gives a great insight into the world of fashion has to be The September Issue. If you haven't seen it and want to know what it takes to make a magazine, a look into how Anna Wintour works, and see Grace Coddington in action then this is the fashion film for you. Each time I watch I see/learn something different.
2. Breakfast at Tiffany's
I think Holly Golighty has to be the original party girl and Audrey Hepburn plays her with such style and elegance and I love her oversized sunnies, the hats, and the tailored dresses. Plus George Peppard isn't bad to look at!!! I love the idea of doing a day of firsts, playing Moon River on repeat, and I totally agree looking into Tiffany's windows calms me right down as well. An iconic movie that never gets old, each time I see I love it a little more.
3. How To Lose A Guy In 10 Days
I couldn't have my top five fashion films without including this Kate Hudson romantic comedy with the hunky Matthew McConaughey. Just for her incredible yellow gown at the end, paired with the gorgeous Isadora diamond it is a stylish must-see flick. But it is more than that, I also love her backless grey dress that she wears to the bar and her laid-back causal jeans and vest on the motorbike, basically this film just makes me love Kate Hudson even more. Can you imagine Gwyneth Paltrow as Andie? Apparently she was down to play the lead – I just don't think the film would have been the same.
4. Sex and the City
Fashion and SATC goes hand-in-hand and I couldn't do a fashionable movie marathon without including New York's most stylish ladies – Carrie, Samantha, Charlotte and Miranda. I loved the series, I had/have an obsession on Sarah Jessica Parker and her character Carrie, everything from her signature necklace, her love of shoes and her boy troubles and this big screen version cheers me right up. Plus you have to watch just to see Carrie in that gorgeous Vivienne Westwood wedding gown!!!
5. The Devil Wears Prada
Not only do I love this film because it is supposedly based on Lauren Weisberger's real life while she was at Vogue, but it was Anne Hathaway's breakaway film from the Princess Diaries, oh and I do love a transformation film. Plus this film is packed full of fashionable looks, from Andy's Chanel blazer, that distressed studded bag, the hats, oh and that black John Galliano dress. Oh and I do love any film that includes shots of Paris.
There were a lot of films I had to leave out like Clueless, Some Like It Hot, Almost Famous – a classic Kate Hudson film, Coco Before Chanel, and another Audrey Hepburn classic, Funny Face.
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Looks like I might be in London in Feb, only for 1 night.
I know there are tons of places serving vegan food but which do people think are the best? Would be looking for ideas for both lunch and dinner, are there any good vegan friendly buffet style places in the centre? Would be on my own - the buffet style places seem friendly and low key to eat on my own!
Will also be locating planet organic or fresh and wild to have a bit of a shop as reckon they will have a wider choice than my local health stores.
Have got a vegan guide to London bookmarked somewhere...........
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As the oldest and largest book fair of the Arab world, the Cairo book fair has always claimed a dignified status. Despite the emergence of newer book fairs like Sharjah, which has threatened to upstage Cairo, the fair still attracts millions of people each year and commands respect from regional publishers.
Even in the aftermath of the Arab Spring and an impending economic crisis, a whopping 1.9 million people turned up last year, and the fair ran for almost two weeks to accommodate them.
This year the fair will commence on 23 January and will end on 5 February. The fair will include debates and will honour Libya. Last year Tunisia was honoured when 29 countries participated, with 745 publishers.
The fair is especially popular among students, who can fill most of their academic needs for much cheaper prices; there are booksellers dedicated to second-hand academic books for medical and engineering students. Most schools will offer a trip to the book fair resulting in the place teeming with students.
All the major Egyptian and Arab publishing houses will be present, from Shorouk and AUC Press to small start-ups, and there is a huge selection of predominantly English and Arabic titles, while some publishers will carry books in French, German and other languages.
This is the 44th year the fair will be held and over the years it has had a lot of success as one of the few cultural initiatives that has permeated mainstream Egyptian culture; literati wait for it from one year to the next, and it is common to see entire families organising trips to it from all over Cairo and surrounding cities.
One of the aims of the fair is to facilitate and promote exchange between authors, publishers, and those involved in the book industry. To this end the fair includes not only writers and publishers but "paper manufacturers, printers, engravers, illustrators, booksellers, librarians and bibliophiles."
Cairo's book fair also provides for those interested in niche genres such as antique books; the popular Azbakeya market known for the large selection of second hand books has had a place at the fair for a few years.
We recommend visitors take the time to tour the place thoroughly and even come back on other days; the same book can often be found for a lower price if you know where to look.
The fair takes place at the Nasr City fair grounds on El-Nasr road, near the bridge entrance. Because of the way it is organised, it is difficult to find a specific book, unless you already know which publisher or bookseller carries it. Always prepare by bringing more money than you expect to spend, just in case something else catches your eye, and we can guarantee that something will.


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Riverdale, N.Y. - The Rams held Mount Saint Vincent to 35 points and 24% shooting in a 62-35 Skyline Conference victory in Riverdale, N.Y. Farmingdale State improved to 3-0 in the Skyline and 4-5 overall, while the Dolphins fell to 3-6, 0-2 in conference play.
The Rams opened the game on a 15-2 run highlighted by a pair of 3-pointers from freshman guard Christina Merrill (Levittown, N.Y.). Mount Saint Vincent would score the next seven to cut the deficit to 15-9, before Farmingdale State closed the half on a 14-4 run and took a 29-13 lead into the break. Farmingdale State held the Dolphins to 5-of-27 shooting in the first half.
In the second half, the Rams opened up a 42-17 lead with 14:43 remaining. The Dolphins trailed by at least 21 points for the remainder of the game.
Senior guard Kayla Koch (Kings Park, N.Y.) led all scorers with 13 points and 10 rebounds, while junior guard Nikita Green (Roosevelt, N.Y.) added a game-high nine assists in the win.
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First National Bank, a community fixture for nearly 140 years, will be purchased by Arkansas-based Bank of the Ozarks. The $67.8 million deal, expected to close during the second or third quarter of this year, will include all of First National�s stock and property on which the bank�s offices operate, according to a press release.
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First National Bank, a community fixture for nearly 140 years, will be purchased by Arkansas-based Bank of the Ozarks.
The $67.8 million deal, expected to close during the second or third quarter of this year, will include all of First National�s stock and property on which the bank�s offices operate, according to a press release.
First National currently employs about 200 people at 14 locations in Cleveland and surrounding counties. Employees were notified of the sale at a meeting and question-and-answer session at the company�s main Shelby location Thursday.
�Bank of the Ozarks, one of the most respected community banks in the country, shares our customer focus and tradition of community service,� Helen Jeffords, president and chief executive officer of First National Bank of Shelby, said in a written statement. �It was of great importance to us to join a company with a strong sense of community, outstanding financial strength and progressive leadership. Our customers, employees, communities and stockholders will all benefit from our partnership with Bank of the Ozarks.�
Additional comment from First National was not available in time for this story.
Bank of the Ozarks already operates offices in a couple North Carolina cities.
�Bank of the Ozarks has been operating in nearby Charlotte for over a decade, giving us good insight into the market,� said George Gleason, chairman and chief executive officer. �We are pleased to expand our service area to these additional communities. Customers of First National Bank can expect local decision-making and the same quality of friendly hometown banking they have long enjoyed, in addition to benefiting from a broader range of financial services.�
According to reports, the boards of both companies unanimously approved plans for the merger.
County leaders told The Star on Thursday night that First National has long been one of the strongest supporters of the community.
Reach Matthew Tessnear at 704-669-3331, at email@example.com or on Twitter @MatthewTessnear.
First national timeline
Here are some of the key historical points in the history of First National Bank:
1874 - Jesse Jenkins and H.D. Lee organize a private bank in Shelby, known as J. Jenkins and Company, at the corner of Lafayette and Warren streets
1879 � Jesse Jenkins sells bank, name changed to H.D. Lee and Company, Bankers
1895 � Name changes to B. Blanton & Company, Bankers, with Burwell Blanton and sons in charge
1903 � Nationally chartered, name becomes First National Bank of Shelby
1933 � In the midst of national financial and banking unrest, Shelby native and former NC Gov. O. Max Gardner and former Congressman Clyde R. Hoey voice confidence in First National of Shelby
1934 � Insured by Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC)
1961 � With success of South Lafayette branch, First National builds branches on East Marion Street and Lineberger Street
1970 � The phrase �your hometown bank� becomes commonly used in association with First National
1989 � Upper Cleveland office opens
1992 � South Cleveland office opens
1994 � West Cleveland office opens
1996 � Highlands office opens
1998 � Fa�ade renovated on original South Lafayette Street building
1999 � First National acquires First Carolina Federal Savings Bank of Kings Mountain, signaling the bank�s expansion to Kings Mountain and into Gaston County. It�s the bank�s first acquisition of another financial institution. First Carolina operated offices on East Dixon Boulevard in Shelby, in Kings Mountain, and in Gastonia.
2000 � Bessemer City office built
Source: First National Bank and "First National Bank: Hometown Banking Since 1874"
What does First National mean to the community?
�First National Bank�s been a very important part of our community for a long time. We wish them well in this new venture and trust the leadership of that bank that this is in the best interest of the community.�
-- Stan Anthony, Shelby mayor
�First National has always been community-involved. They have always been good to work with throughout the community with events. They�ve always been giving and good to the community. Hopefully they will be as community-involved as they have in the past.�
-- Rick Murphrey, Kings Mountain mayor
�I don�t think there�s any question that First National Bank has left a huge legacy within Shelby and Cleveland County in terms of its, one, good business practices, and two, its civic leadership, and also philanthropy. It�s almost hard to measure the impact they�ve had on our community. Almost any good and purposeful undertaking in the community, they�ve been supportive of. Their employees, their leadership, their management, their staff have all contributed their time and energy as a part of their bank responsibilities to give back to the community. While people have invested their money in the bank, they have reinvested in many ways back into the community.�
-- Ted Alexander, former Shelby mayor
�First National Bank has given so much to Cleveland County. They have been very, very good through many of the projects that have been undertaken throughout the county for a number of years. At one time, there was no meeting you could go to that there wasn�t a representative of First National Bank. Many of the employees I know well, and I know they work well in the community. If it were to change at all, I think it would be a loss to Cleveland County. They�re a thumbs-up group of people.�
-- Ronnie Hawkins, Cleveland County commissioners chairman
About First National Bank
Headquarters: Lafayette Street in Shelby
Locations: 14 offices in Cleveland, Gaston, Lincoln and Rutherford counties, in addition to retail lending, trust and investment services offices
Assets: $857 million total as of Dec. 31, 2012 -- $474 million of loans and $652 million of deposits
Sources: First National Bank, FDIC
About Bank of the Ozarks


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Thursday, December 15, 2011
Hope you get a BOOT out of This~Lunch with Santa
If you have been good, Santa wants to dine with you!
I got these cute placemats at the Pottery Barn Outlet a few years ago on sale. He holds a plaid napkin.
Santa hat platters are also from there. I have a smaller version too.
Santa's chair is marked with a cotton apron, .99, from that closeout place I talked about in my last post, Mace's.
A bright red ceramic boot that I made in the "olden" days is filled with fresh greens from my yard, and a plaid package garland.
A shiny black bowl to match Santa's belt, by Aroroc, is topped with a red crock from Cost Plus. The bowls were from Cmas Tree Shop, and .50 cents.
Treble clef flatware from BBB, clearance and then less 20% was a real deal. The black mugs are by Nautica, and I got them in the clearance store of Pfaltzgraf for .26, seriously! Good thing that place closed before I started blogging, or I would be on an episode of the Hoarders!
Christmas Ornament salt and peppers, I forget where I got them.
So pull up a chair and tell Santa what you want him to bring, he is all ears!
For the Food portion tonight I flash back to dh's Rugelach. Tis the season to break out the cream cheese and make these tender morsels that melt in your mouth!
You can see the recipe and directions here!
It is hard to have just one!
Next week I will celebrate my 3 year blogaversary . It was Dec.3rd, but I have been busy! Come back for a chance at a gift card.
I am joining:
Susan for Tablescape Thursday
Gollum for Foodie Friday
Diann for Thrifty things Friday
Beverly for Pink Saturday.
Thank you for taking time out of your holiday preparations to visit!
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Beautiful! Those rugalach look divine. Happy 3rd Blogaversary! I am so happy to have found your blog and always a treat to visit. I also miss that store Mace's, always found nice things at great prices. xoReplyDelete
Wow! Everything looks amazing. I just love your dishes, especially the hats and candy cane striped ones.ReplyDelete
So wonderful! I like the peppermint place settings especially. Out here in Oregon I haven't see many of the stores you mention for bargains, so I'm quite jealous of BBB and the Pottery Barn outlet and Hobby Lobby. But, it's probably just as well since I fall in love with dishes...ReplyDelete
That dessert table looks amazing--all those goodies at one time! Oh, my!
PS How did you make your ornament placecards stand upright? I imagine you used 2 wire hangers to hold the card in place?ReplyDelete
Happy Blogaversary!!!!!!!!!!!!! 3 years is fabulous! I love your santa table, love those hat planters. Funny about hoarders:):) Me too!!!! Stop on over to see my candy table AND who had lunch here with me!!!! XO, PinkyReplyDelete
Sweet tablescape...I laughed at the Hoarders....all us bloggers are right on the edge of that I think!!ReplyDelete
It's a real Merry Christmas at your house. Everything looks so festive and sparkling.ReplyDelete
Festive table! But I want to be first on line for those desserts. Especially the rugalach.ReplyDelete
Hi lovely lady.ReplyDelete
Your Tablescape is so Beautiful for the Christmas Holidays. looks so festive Santa is going to be so HAPPY !!! I love your dishes I'm quite jealous. The pottery Barn is a great place for dishes.
I hope you have a wonderful week with your family.
XXOO Diane
Incredibly cute table, Kathleen, and the buffet setup is wonderful! You are so talented!!! What a neat idea to tie an apron on as a chair back!!!ReplyDelete
Your dessert bar is beautiful K, wish I was there! Lovin' the cute little covered crocks and wouldn't mind one of those Santa aprons myself! Happy Festivities:@)ReplyDelete
What a fun and cute table. I like the Santa theme! Love that boot! hugs, LindaReplyDelete
What a wonderful table!The old man himself would be proud to dine there.ReplyDelete
Look at the island/table full of goodies! Yum. Rugelach are some of my favorite things...ReplyDelete
This is so sweet! What a great table dedicated to the man in red.ReplyDelete
The island of goodies looks too good to be true!
- AnonymousDecember 15, 2011 at 4:20 PM
Delicious post Kathleen!ReplyDelete
This is the cutest setting.
We can always expect to see some amazing goodies when we come here! I love your boot...perfect! Happy holidays! ♥ReplyDelete
Your table is darling, Kathleen! I love those whimsical plates! The boot centerpiece is the cutest!ReplyDelete
I have to check out the recipe...never heard of it, but I am not much of a baker.
Oh my goodness! I smile every time I visit you, everything looks so inviting and festive, inspiring!ReplyDelete
Kathleen, the table settings are darling and that spread of sweets is amazing. You have been a busy lady!ReplyDelete
Enjoy the holidays! ~ Sarah
Wow - three years! How time flies! Glad we haven't gotten the boot where we are now :)ReplyDelete
That is such a fun table Kathleen! I want the boot! hehe. And the s&p ornaments...tooo cute!ReplyDelete
Did you really bake that much already? Holy Cow girl...you are amazing!
love love love your pictures!!!ReplyDelete
A whole new idea! I have never seen decorations with the pop of black for Santa's belt and boots before. I love that.ReplyDelete
Happy Bloggaversary! My second one is on the 26th. I know... what a goofy day to start a blog.
I love Susan's comment about getting the boot! Congratulations on your third year of blogging...time flies! Love your festive table, and I would be hanging around the rugalach.ReplyDelete
Just made Ina's rugelach for the first time last week for my cookie exchange. I wonder if I can convince my husband to make them for me:-). Probably when hell freezes over! He only makes eggs & hot dogs. Love all your baking.ReplyDelete
Santa is just too fun! I see he and Mrs. Claus are sharing the same peppermint candy plates (my post this week!) The apron marking his chair is just too cute and so is the boot centerpiece. The red and white just make the table pop. I love your little red crocks. What fun they are to serve in and the hat plates are great too. Santa sets a great table!ReplyDelete
- AnonymousDecember 16, 2011 at 8:48 AM
Hello Kathleen! Your table is so festive and bright. Your dessert buffet is wonderful. Happy Blogaversary!!! PatReplyDelete
Wow you really go big when you do something, if you cant get in the Christmas sprit from this post I'm not sure what else will work. I've never had rugalach before but i have heard of it though! RichardReplyDelete
What a fun and festive table!! and your dessert looks delicious!! Thanks for your sweet comments. Merry Christmas!ReplyDelete
Love your table but I have to admit I want to come over to eat your COOKIES!lol Merry Christmas!ReplyDelete
Your table is beautiful, as always...but I keep going back to the photos of your baking...girl, you have been busy! Do you have an elf helping?ReplyDelete
Oh my gosh, I just want to readh right through the computer screen and grab some of those cookies to eat!! Your tables are always the prettiest!!! LOVE this wonderful Santa version too! Merry Christmas to you!ReplyDelete
How I would love to have lunch with Santa and it would have too be at your place; looks so good.ReplyDelete
I really want to dive right into that array of goodies -- I have to get busy tomorrow and make some myself.ReplyDelete
Those Santa placemats are so cute, as is the boot -- everything looks so festive.\
I really like the black accents on your holiday table. That Santa placemat is too cute. I did Mike's Rugelach last year and it WAS definitely yummy. Too lazy this year :-)ReplyDelete
I've been a very good girl,so Santa better bring me what I've been wishing for! Love all those goodies in your kitchen- wish I was close enuf to stop by for a taste of them all! And your table is adorable w/that boot and those peppermint plates are absolute fun. I haven't set a holiday table yet- laziness, I know- because I have so many sets of Christmas dishes. I need a swift kick in the pants. Or maybe your boot! LOLReplyDelete
That jolly guy in red sure has helped you bring a festive look to your table!ReplyDelete
I love Rugelach too. I have made Ina Garten's recipe and agree with your that it is hard to have just one :)
How absolutely adorable this table is and your dessert presentation is GORGEOUS...I'll just stand right here in easy reach of all of the goodies, okay? Love your window over the sink. Your house looks so festive!!ReplyDelete
Neat place mats. As always, your goodies look fabulous.ReplyDelete
- The Tablescaper
What a wonderful idea for a fun table scape, Kathleen! Your santa boot makes the perfect centerpiece!ReplyDelete
Your dh's Rugelach look so good, as does your whole cookie display.
I just returned home from a fun two weeks celebrating Christmas with my kids and grandkids. This week and holiday will seem very quiet now.
Happy 3rd blog anniversary! It's so good to vsit here every week!
I really appreciate your post and you explain each and every point very well. Thanks for sharing this information.And I'll love to read your next post too.ReplyDelete
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Your table is so bright and festive. Love all the red with black accents. I hope you and your family have a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.ReplyDelete
I love how you pulled together the cheerful Christmas table setting. And the desserts look so good. I may have to drag out my cookbook and make something!~AmesReplyDelete
I dooooo love this table, sister friend. It is so cute....bright...and festive.ReplyDelete
And those desserts...oooomy.
Are the desserts on your island and, if so, is your island RED ?ReplyDelete
Beautiful santa table, Kathleen! Everything looks so happy. Merry Christmas to you and your family!...ChristineReplyDelete
Hi Kathleen, How cute is this? I promise, I've been a nice girl. Can I dine with Santa? Love those darling peppermint plates. It is all just delightful!ReplyDelete
What a darling table.. I love love the apron.. how darling. Your whole table is a festive affair! Merry Christmas, xo marlisReplyDelete
What a fun table Kathleen! And OMG, can I just grab a chair and sit at your island of goodies? Got coffee ready? LOL Thank you for joining TTF and have a wonderful week!ReplyDelete
What a cute, fun, festive tablescape!! Your hubby's rugelach sound & look wonderful. How nice that he has this tradition of making them for the family.ReplyDelete
Wow! Look at your amazing table! I love all your Santa things! So cute and festive!ReplyDelete
This is all adorable! Love your Santa stuff collection!ReplyDelete
The food looks marvelous!! Wish I was there!!
We've had company and I'm behind with blogging, etc., but ready for Christmas.
The Christmas Fiesta plates are new (new last year) they added more pieces this year. I think I may be getting some as gifts! (Fingers crossed!)
Merry Christmas!
Merry Christmas my friend Kathleen! I wish you and your family a blessed holiday season and all the very best in 2012. I wish I had those little peppermint plates they are darling!ReplyDelete
By the way - your kitchen looks like a little cafe filled with delicious goodies and warm inviting decor - so much detail here, I will have to re-visit to take it all in!ReplyDelete
Fun Table, so full of cute things! You constantly amaze me at how many darling items you are able to combine to make these wonderful tablescapes.ReplyDelete
Hoping all it well at your house & that your preparations are all done. Its been CRAZY around here! Whew, what a whirlwind season!
Hugs & Merry CHRISTmas, my friend,
Dear Kathleen, I just dropped by to wish you the very best Christmas ever, along with your dearest family. Your kitchen in all the plaids it's wonderful and your dishes are beautiful, as always, such amazing tablescapes. Thanks for the recipe of the goodies! I haven't stopped cooking and baking this last two days. My girls and grands are coming tomorrow, so I need to be finished and blogging makes me rest for a half hour at least, lol!ReplyDelete
I had to drop by again to wish you and your family a merry Christmas and a healthy and happy new years. Your pal from Amish Stories. RichardReplyDelete
Cute tablescape and yummy goodies, Kathleen! A very merry Christmas and the happiest of holiday seasons to you and yours!...hugs...DebbieReplyDelete
- AnonymousDecember 24, 2011 at 6:07 AM
Your tables so appeal to my sense of fun, and that's what it would be to be at one of them. Kathleen, I'm so glad to have you as part of my blog life.xoxReplyDelete
Oh No! You've found a new bargain shopping place. I was already so jealous of the CTS and others you frequent. That apron is adorable, and I love those cute Santa place mats, platters, and plates. Your kitchen island looks so pretty and so delicious! Love the way you covered it with the red cloth and added the pretty runner. laurieReplyDelete
All the pieces are so cute and unique. Mike's rugs I have to try sometime, every time I see a photo of them I start to drool!ReplyDelete


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ROSEMONT, Ill. (AP) Jamal Branch scored 18 points to lead St. John's to a 71-62 victory over DePaul on Saturday.
D'Angelo Harrison added 15 points and Sir'Dominic Pointer had 14 for the Red Storm (11-7, 3-3 Big East), who have won seven straight against DePaul.
Jamee Crockett scored 19 points for DePaul (10-8, 1-4), which has lost three in a row and five of its last six. St. John's last game was a 67-63 upset of No. 20 Notre Dame on Tuesday.
St. John's gained control early in the second half. DePaul took the lead at 39-37 but the Red Storm responded with a 10-0 run. JaKarr Sampson later scored after a steal to give St. John's a 56-46 lead with 10:31 remaining.
Moses Morgan hit a 3-pointer to cut St. John's lead to 65-62 with 2:25 left, but Harrison made five free throws in the final 2:04 for the Red Storm.


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A YouTuber from Ontario, Canada has come to the "scientific" conclusion that a SmartMeter is somehow killing off a shrub. For we all know that evil shrubs can only be killed off by modern technology. Garden pests, dehydration, flooding, over-fertilization, under-fertilization, or strangulation by other plants just won't do the job. It's electromagnetic fields that are the bane of gardens everywhere.
Out of nerdy curiosity, I downloaded the PDF instructions for the very model of meter this concerned citizen is utilizing, the HF-35C RF Analyzer. The audio "alarms'" from the meter give the false impression that some sort of dangerous overexposure is occurring, like a Geiger counter frantically clicking away. The reality of the RF meter is not so dramatic.
The RF meter can be set to produce audio, indicating the type of RF signal. But the instructions are deliberately vague on this point and don't tell the user which devices produce which audio, and suggest that users test it on various electrical sources to get the feel for themselves. So we are left wondering if the user in the video has the experience to match the audio we hear with the SmartMeter being tested.
This is made so much more relevant when we take into account the directionality of the signal. The RF meter detects cellphones, cordless phones, microwave ovens, 3G, and Bluetooth. The instructions are clear –multiple measurements from different directions should be taken in order to determine from where the strongest signal originates. It could, in fact, be coming from behind the user. But he doesn't turn in a circle, he only gently arcs his arm in front of the SmartMeter.
We also don't know if all the other potential sources of RF in or around the homes have been turned off. Is there WiFi in the neighbor's home, or a cellphone, or 3G? A modern, suburban street is an RF, "music festival."
What places this video is real doubt is that SmartMeters don't broadcast a continuous signal. Why would they need to? They're only measuring electrical usage, which isn't complex data. We're not talking about uploading JPEG's or video files. It's just a set of numbers. And according to the utilities, SmartMeters only broadcast every 15 minutes for a about one second. So whatever is being measured here, it probably isn't a SmartMeter.
My baloney detector is going off. It sounds a lot like a cow stomping on a pig. It's not pretty.


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It was easy. All I had to do was to visually follow one of my own ancestral pathways in the Family Forest® by point-and-clicking back to an early Maryland immigrant ancestor, and then follow the other pathways that lead from him to some of his other descendants. And voila, there was Matthew Fox.
A television show is always more engaging when I see one of my known cousins in it, and I can bug my wife Kristine by saying "Hey, I share ancestors with that guy." Even though in the larger scheme of things we are all related, it's different to be able to actually see how we connect to another person through generation-by-generation family ties.
Although Matthew and I are relatively distant cousins, our connection is much closer than a Kevin Bacon (another distant cousin of mine) style six-degrees-of separation connection. Just travel up one line to one of my ancestors and down another line to Jack, only two degrees of separation.
The Family Forest® is now the best digital central source for generation-by-generation family ties leading to and from Hawaii, including to and from (but not limited to) most of the prominent early missionary families (Father Bond, Rev. Amos Starr Cooke, Rev. David Belden Lyman, Rev. William Cornelius Shipman, etc.). This unique network of family ties extends thousands of years into the past, as the "All Paths lead to Rome" blog entry illustrates, and reaches to all continents.
So it's quite logical that many people here on the Big Island can connect to Hollywood stars in the Family Forest® through family ties by beginning with one of their own ancestors. Some examples can be found at our Pearl Harbor story and a recent
But using the Family Forest® to find Hollywood connections is only the tip of the iceberg. The Family Forest® is a fun and enriching digital edutainment resource to give people personal connections, through actual family ties, to many of the key people, places, and events throughout recorded human history.
Speaking from my own experiences, these personal connections can greatly enhance our understanding and appreciation for how all of us got here, and what lies ahead. My efforts to convey some of the excitement I discover while growing the Family Forest® can be found in the short stories at Your Future, Your Past.
Best wishes to my cousin Matthew and the rest of the cast for another exciting "Lost" season.