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War Resister Kimberly Rivera released from prisonDecember 15th, 2013
War resister Kimberly Rivera was released from prison on December 12, 2013. Kim was sentenced to 14 months in prison, and served 10 months, for her refusal to participate in the US's invasion and occupation of Iraq.
Kim came to Canada seeking refuge, but was forced out by the Conservative government in September 2012. She was immediately arrested at the border, then court martialed. Now Kim will finally be reunited with her young children who she has not seen since her arrest.
For background on Kim's case, see http://resisters.ca/?p=719. And help us continue the fight to ensure that no more U.S. Iraq war are forced out of Canada. Join our email list to find out about events coming up in January as part of Let Them Stay Week 2014.


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FCC says there is "effective competition" for mobile services in the US
- US regulator FCC approves its annual Mobile Wireless Competition report
- Vote was passed 3-2 along political partisan lines
- "Most reasonable people see a fiercely competitive marketplace," said Pai
- Concerns over how a possible T-Mobile/Sprint merger may reduce choice
The US FCC telecoms regulator has approved its 20th Annual Mobile Wireless Competition Report and for the first time since 2009 makes an "affirmative finding" that there is effective competition in the marketplace for mobile wireless services. It concludes that competition continues to play an essential role in the mobile wireless marketplace, driving innovation and investment to the benefit of the American people and economy.
"To be sure, some strenuously resist this conclusion, and have for many years," said FCC Chairman Ajit Pai. "It's hard to say that resistance is inspired by a careful review of the facts. Instead, it's all about ideology. To those who want to impose more regulation upon the wireless marketplace, the reality of effective competition is an inconvenient truth that must be discounted or ignored.
"The last time this report included a finding of whether the wireless market was competitive was our 13th Report, way back in 2009," added Pai. "Unfortunately, the prior six reports have dodged this question. Today, we are finally getting back on track."
Split vote
Unfortunately, we must wait a little longer for the report to be actually published (EDIT: the FCC finally released the report, see link below) so we can scrutinise the findings for ourselves. In the meantime, there is no shortage of opinion and reaction to the announcement of its approval. So let's start with some dissenting views.
"While this report celebrates the presence of four nationwide wireless providers, let's be mindful that a transaction may soon be announced that seeks to combine two of these four," said Jessica Rosenworcel, one of the dissenting FCC commissioners, referring to the possible merger between T-Mobile and Sprint. "While the Commission should not prejudge what is not yet before us, I think this agency sticks its collective head in the sand by issuing this report and implying move along, there is nothing to see here. Someone will also need to explain how having fewer potential big bidders in upcoming spectrum auctions will not render our most potent distribution mechanism substantially less powerful."
"If one of our nationwide wireless carriers covers only 64 per cent of the rural population, that means it is probable that 20.5 million people in these areas do not have access to all four of our nationwide wireless providers," said fellow dissenter Commissioner Mignon Clyburn. "So, my question is a simple one: How then can this Commission conclude that the mobile wireless market is effectively competitive? I can neither understand nor condone why the majority used a truncated analysis to reach this conclusion."
"We shouldn't ignore how four-firm competition, data roaming rules, spectrum screens and other regulations adopted by previous Administrations continue to benefit consumers," said Harold Feld, SVP at open Internet advocates Public Knowledge. "At the same time, we cannot ignore the continuing problems of concentration – particularly in rural markets and for low-income Americans. The purpose of the Competition Report is to provide an important tool for Congress and the American people to understand the wireless market. It is not intended to put a happy face on an industry that remains concentrated by conventional antitrust metrics."
Industry support
"The 20th Report reviews many factors indicating that the wireless marketplace is, indeed, effectively competitive; I won't repeat them here – that's why we have the report," said Pai, ignoring the fact that consumers can't actually access the report yet. "But looking at the bigger picture, most reasonable people see a fiercely competitive marketplace. For example, since the FCC's last report in 2016, all four national carriers have rolled out new or improved unlimited plans. This is strong, incontrovertible evidence."
Of course, there are just as many comments in support of the FCC's decision, particularly amongst the operator community.
"We're pleased that the FCC has recognised the significant consumer benefits of wireless competition," commented Scott Bergmann, VP of Regulatory Affairs at the CTIA industry association. "The industry's unique competitive nature provides Americans with broad choice – nearly 97 per cent of Americans can choose between three or more 4G providers – lower prices, faster speeds and innovative products and services."
Whilst humble folk must wait to read the report, Bergmann has disclosed some of the findings on his CTIA blog. He says that American consumers can choose between three or more 4G providers in nearly 250,000 more square miles and in the last 18 months, the percentage of rural Americans who can choose between three or more 4G providers grew to more than 84 per cent.
According to Bergmann, the report cites that over the past seven years, the wireless industry invested $200 billion in network improvements that have yielded tangible benefits, in that average 4G download speeds are more than 60 per cent faster today compared to 2014. He adds that carriers also invested in advertising, spending over $9.3 billion last year to attract and retain subscribers, which he says highlights the degree of competition.
The report also apparently reveals that the cost for mobile data has dropped from $1.37 per MB a decade ago to less than $0.005 in 2016. Against this, the use of wireless data grew 42 per cent last year, and by 238 per cent over the last two years, to more than 13.7 trillion MBs.
"This consumer engagement is the result of an industry that thrives on competition in a powerful way," wrote Bergmann. "And looking to the future, wireless companies are applying that same entrepreneurial drive to deploy next-generation 5G networks. We compete because we're committed to being the best."
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Carlo Infurna Wangüemert
market analyst
Carlo holds a bachelor's degree in Business Economics from Pompeu Fabra University in Barcelona, having had an Erasmus year in Nijmegen in the Netherlands. He previously worked in the financial department of the Vall d'Hebron Institute of Oncology in Barcelona.
Carlo works for the market analysis team, particularly involved in European and Latin American countries.


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Fame Speaks
Stand forth,John Keats! On earth thou knew'st me not;
Steadfast through all the storms of passion,thou,
True to thy muse,and virgin to thy vow;
Resigned,if name with ashes were forgot,
So thou one arrow in the gold had'st shot!
I never placed my laurel on thy brow,
But on thy name I come to lay it now,
When thy bones wither in the earthly plot.
Fame is my name. I dwell among the clouds,
Being immortal,and the wreath I bring
Itself is Immortality. The sweets
Of earth I know not,more the pains,but wing
In mine own ether,with the crownéd crowds
Born of the centuries.-Stand forth,John Keats!
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A security officer who had sex five times with a 15-year-old student was sentenced to 10 months' jail on Thursday.
Desmond Tan Jun Wei, 24, admitted to two charges of having sex with the girl at his home in Jurong West Street 64 in February last year. Three other charges were considered during his sentencing.
A district court heard that Tan and the girl came to know each other through some mutual friends in November 2012. They then entered into a relationship.
Sometime in February last year, the girl went to his home. He asked if he could have sex with her and she consented.
On a fifth occasion, the victim went to his flat and again had unprotected sex.
They broke up after that. She informed her school counsellor about what had happened between her and Tan.
She made a police report on March 1 at Jurong West Neighbourhood Police Centre, stating that she was raped.
Tan's lawyer, Mr Patrick Fernandez, said his client had not planned to seduce the victim for sexual exploitation.
The age disparity between them was not particularly wide, he added.
Tan is out on $15,000 bail. He was allowed to defer his sentence until April 24.
He could have been jailed for up to 10 years and/or fined on each charge.


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Shortcast 31 – The Secret Was the Clap
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WEEK IN GEEK: D. Bethel doubles up this time to talk about a personally exciting moment he experienced while at this year's Alternative Press Expo in San Jose, CA, as well as seeing the new cinematic version of (half of) the Stephen King classic, It, while Andrew discusses playing SteamWorld Heist.
D. Bethel's comprehensive recap of his time at APE 2017:
- Episode 116 – "Craftcraft": When Dan talked about X-Men: God Loves, Man Kills.
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I went out last night with a group of good friends. We had so much fun telling stories and talking about old times. What you don't know is that I almost didn't show up.
Earlier that day I had a stress free shopping day con mi madre. That is an accomplishment in itself. While I was out, my ex called. It's strange, sometimes I really want to talk to him, see him, hug and kiss all over him. Other times just hearing his voice makes me cry angry tears.
Guess how I responded... angry tears. Later on of course. I won't ever let him see or hear me cry again. Talking to him yesterday made me remember the day he left me. The cold words and the look on his face. I remembered how he told me he was moving in with his girlfriend J and was going to "fuck the shit" out of her that night. Those words will never leave my head.
His girlfriend J has always been in his life. She was supposedly his best friend during our entire marriage. I'm guessing best friends with benefits. It doesn't matter now. I'm free of both of them. Actually they belong together, he should have never married me in the first place.
I can be strong and say all these things now looking back on our relationship. I will admit that the sight of J annoys the hell out of me. Everything on la puta is fake. Who walks around with basically a fake head? (hair, eyes, eyelashes, wrong color of make-up, over done lips) Why do I let someone so awful and immoral bother me so much? So much so that I almost missed out on an amazing night out with friends. I guess I still have a little baggage to get rid of asap. Now where's that trash compactor??? ;)
Welcome to my world. Here you will find stories that will make you laugh, think, cry, and maybe not even believe. I'll share my love of technology, social media, Latino issues, relationship ups and downs, and my journey to good health.
Sunday, September 25, 2011
Mi Vida...
Posted by Mlvlatina at September 25, 2011
Labels: cheating, friends, girlfriend, puta, shopping
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We must talk again. Its been so long...ReplyDelete
Abrazos chica
LOL, thanks for the laugh. You have it right, why bother with a basura. Glad you had fun :-)ReplyDelete
M- we need to catch up. It drives me crazy that we are on two different time zones.ReplyDelete
No basura for me lol. I did end up having an amazing night.
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See also: mansión
Alternative forms[edit]
- mansioun (obsolete)
From Middle English mansioun, borrowed from Anglo-Norman mansion, mansiun, from Latin mansiō ("dwelling, stopping-place"), from the past participle stem of manēre ("stay").
mansion (plural mansions)
- A large house or building, usually built for the wealthy.
- (UK) A luxurious flat (apartment).
- (Hong Kong, only used in names) An apartment building.
- (obsolete) A house provided for a clergyman; a manse.
- (obsolete) A stopping-place during a journey; a stage.
- 1658, Thomas Browne, "The Garden of Cyrus. […]. Chapter V.", in Hydriotaphia, Urne-buriall, […] Together with The Garden of Cyrus, […], London: […] Hen[ry] Brome […], →OCLC; reprinted as Hydriotaphia (The English Replicas), New York, N.Y.: Payson & Clarke Ltd., 1927, →OCLC, page 192:
- According to that Cabaliſticall Dogma: If Abram had not had this Letter [i.e., ה (he)] added unto his Name he had remained fruitleſſe, and without the power of generation: […] So that being ſterill before, he received the power of generation from that meaſure and manſion in the Archetype; and was made conformable unto Binah.
- (historical) An astrological house; a station of the moon.
- (Chinese astronomy) One of twenty-eight sections of the sky.
- (chiefly in the plural) An individual habitation or apartment within a large house or group of buildings. (Now chiefly in allusion to John 14:2.)
- 1611, The Holy Bible, […] (King James Version), London: […] Robert Barker, […], →OCLC, John XIV:2:
- In my Father's house are many mansions [translating μοναὶ (monaì)]: if it were not so, I would have told you.
- 1667, John Denham, On Mr Abraham Cowley, his Death, and Burial amongst the Ancient Poets:
- These poets near our princes sleep, / And in one grave their mansion keep.
- 2003, The Economist, (subtitle), 18 Dec 2003:
- The many mansions in one east London house of God.
- Any of the branches of the Rastafari movement.
Derived terms[edit]
Related terms[edit]
- → Japanese: マンション (manshon)
large house or building
Learned borrowing from Latin mansiō. Doublet of maison.
mansion f (plural mansions)
Further reading[edit]
- "mansion", in Trésor de la langue française informatisé [Digitized Treasury of the French Language], 2012.
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- Alternative form of mansioun
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Research and Development is about creating new ideas, improving on past ideas and pushing the boundaries of what is possible. At Honda's Auto Development Center we achieve new heights by sharing these new and improved ideas, patenting innovations and recognizing and rewarding creativity.
Organizations like the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) bring the automotive community together to think strategically and form unique relationships that can expand the reach of the industry into a new collaborative era. As the information technology age continues to shape the industry, we have proven through industry articles and technical papers that our Auto Development Center's innovative development process will continue to evolve and lead the industry.
Last year alone, Honda associates in the U.S. were issued 275 global patents in the mechanical, electrical and chemical industries. Honda's Auto Development Center holds patents for technologies that are not only used in our products, but also for technologies that are used to test our products.
Honda Motor Company's first patent was granted to Soichiro Honda for a clutch and transmission device that used a belt. It was registered on February 7, 1950. Each subsequent year the number of patents from Honda Motor Co. has continued to increase.
Research and development successes do not go unnoticed at Honda's Auto Development Center. We celebrate successes in innovation and encourage associates to be creative.
Called the Business & Technology Awards, we annually recognize the past year's successes that exemplify excellence in business, technology and societal contributions of our associates.
At right: Recently secured patent for key fob battery life preservation system and method.
NH Circle is a global improvement program that focuses on the commitment to development, teamwork and sharing of new ideas that strengthen Honda's competitiveness in the areas of safety, quality and productivity. NH Circle programs exist at Honda facilities around the globe where teams of associates identify opportunities, and apply creative and impactful solutions.
The winners of this competition implement the best change for progress to make their lives and fellow associates' lives better each day. The reward is a safer, higher-quality and more productive Honda, recognition from their peers and attendance at a global convention to further their development, teamwork and idea creation.


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A&S Unlimited carries a full line of air conditioners, furnaces, air cleaners and humidifiers from Amana. We also carry many other quality brands that makes it easy to find the perfect heating and cooling system to fit your specific needs.
A service and maintenance program for your home or business is also available to keep your system running at peak efficiency as well as extending the life of your unit.
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Friday, December 04, 2015
Mixed Media Part 2 - "Mad-Eye Moody"
1. Dark colours first, then go progressively lighter...
2. Only blend dark colours with oil, as the lighter ones will darken too much...
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Labels: Caricature, Mixed-Media
Friday, November 27, 2015
Note to self....
Just ink normally.
Don't faff about with coloured inks or any other crap.
Just plain, old sumi ink - or a black prisamcolour.... :)
Don't faff about with coloured inks or any other crap.
Just plain, old sumi ink - or a black prisamcolour.... :)
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Friday, August 28, 2015
Mixed Media Caricatures - method for my own notes....
As you can see from above, I love doing caricatures / portraits using mixed media, and for my own reference, I'm documenting the method I used above for Keira Knightly (as it worked so well).
Stage 1: Pencil sketch on plain paper
Stage 2: Transfer pencil sketch to Bristol Board using a lightbox and Ink pens (in future, I might just use pencil and add ink later - we'll see...)
Stage 3: Water color underpainting of subject
Stage 4: Colour pencil blending and detail layer
Stage 5: Guoache highlights / details
Stage 6: Acrylic background (includes slow dry medium to create a "wash" like effect).
My next attempt will be Christopher Lee / Peter Cushing, at which point I'll document each stage...
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Labels: Caricature, Mixed-Media
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Right Hand Turning and Facing Tool 10mm Square Shank- SORRY OUT OF STOCK
Turning & facing at 90′ with 95′ approach. Right hand style ISO code SCLCR0808D06
Positive tipset complete with indexable insert. these tools are excellent quality and come complete with insert and torx key. The tips are among the best available and vastly improved compared to many other brands (see below) The screws are Swiss – often the weak link on inferior tools!!.
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Trends on Tuesday: FCC Finds Rise in Mobile Internet Subscriptions
There were two interesting highlights for mobile implementers:
- Mobile Internet subscriptions with speeds higher than 200 kbps have increased by 18% since 2012 and have surpassed the amount of home connections.
- As we've reported before, the FCC confirms the speeds of mobile connections are increasing, with 93 million mobile connections possessing a speed of at least three megabits per second. This is up from the 43 million connections from the previous year. You can actually test your own wireless speed by downloading the FCC's Speed Test App.
The report shows us that as users demand information, they are employing mobile sources to access it. In order to cater to those needs, government mobile developers need to focus on providing the user-centered, highly-functioning content users demand, and help build better mobile practices by joining the MobileGov Community of Practice today!


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Taking cues from Indian households, Gulabjal adds a soft and soothing essence to your space. Crafted in India from 100% linen, Gulabjal is the perfect backdrop for intimate occasions set in the comfort of your home.
Available in Indigo, Gulabjal Pink, Undyed Linen, Undyed Beige and Kohl Black
This product will take 7-10 business days to dispatch from the order date.
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'Fireworks' for The Male Room #63 challenge and have used sparkly gold and silver embossing powder on my 'fireworks' for the WOW Embossing Powder July challenge. I used a background panel from my stash of stenciled experiments with stars on it. Stamped and embossed my 'fireworks' and added some stamped stars and sequin stars. The finish I stamped in blue my sentiment and embossed with clear sparkly EP.
To finish I layered the panel of red and attached to a lovely teal card. Thanks for taking a peek
WOW Embossing Powder challenge - Multicolour Embossing .... Honourable Mention
Tuesday 4 July 2017
Happy Birthday
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Hi Robyn, Lovely card. The embossing powder certainly makes it stand out.ReplyDelete
Hope you have a lovely day. Sue
Sparkly fireworks and great colours, a Super card. Thank you for joining in with us at The Male Room Firework challenge. Faith DTReplyDelete
This is so darn cute! I had to make a male birthday card for a 4th of July birthday and this would have been perfect!ReplyDelete
You made such a beautiful card :-)) I like your fireworks.ReplyDelete
I am so glad you played along with us at The Male Room. Hugs, Andreja
Thank you for joining us at TMR with your pretty, sparkly fireworks and tiny sprays of stars.ReplyDelete
Thank you for taking the time to comment, all encouragement and inspiration is very welcome. May your day be a happy and extra special one, cheers Robyn
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Network Design
CCTV installers often use Layer 2 (L2) networks as switches are simple to install, require minimal, if any, configuration and the equipment tends to be inexpensive. Expansion simply involves plugging in another switch and all devices use a single range of IP addresses. While this approach works for a small internal network it does not scale well as the network expands, nor does it provide any protection from access once links are extended out into public areas.
L3 routed topologies have been best practice for many years and should always be implemented in any new network design. They are more complex to configure but provide a slew of advantages over L2, including security, link failover, load balancing and monitoring solutions which are all impossible at L2.
Hygrinet provides design, configuration and commissioning of L3 networks using open standards, designed in accordance with industry best practice, currently NSI's NCP 104.3 Part 7.20
In this connected world, security of networked systems is paramount. Security encompasses physical access to devices and the network, the logical design of the network itself and the applications running services over that network.
CCTV provides some interesting security challenges. One basic tenet of network security is that a malicious user should be physically prevented from connecting to the network. In an IP CCTV system network links extend out into public areas and, with a simple L2 design, the consequences of malicious access, even with minimal knowlege, will likely be disastrous.
By securing the network at a number of layers malicious access from publicly accessible links can be all but prevented and the scope of any attack mitigated.
Using a number of solutions in concert Hygrinet will secure the bridge to the outside world from malicious access, provide secure connections across public networks and provide training to maintainers allowing them to operate this new system.
Modern wireless technology is evolving fast. The plethora of bands and technologies now available to end users, often with low or zero spectrum license costs, opens up a new set of possibilities for CCTV users and installers.
WiFi-derived 2.4GHz or 5GHz products are available at low cost and can be extremely effective at providing short to medium range links. Unfortunately band congestion has become a major issue, especially in urban areas where WiFi is ubiquitous.
V-Band (60GHz) transcievers can now provide a license-exempt, low interference alternative to 5GHz links, with drastically increased bandwidth possibilities at reasonable cost. Such is the cost / performance of these devices they have become a viable alternative to fibre links, either as backhaul between sites or as links to cameras.
Hygrinet can specify and test moden, high performance V-band radios to connect remote sites, as well as interfacing networks to the public Internet allowing 4G connected cameras secure access to internal recording infrastructure.
Due to their complex nature IP networks are more difficult to debug and troubleshoot than their composite-over-coax predecessors. A plethora of problems can crop up during network operation, such as buggy IP cameras filling links with traffic or packet loss across a damaged or unsuitable link. These problems can be difficult to diagnose without expertise and an effective testing methodology.
With a long history of diagnosing and fixing various issues involving IP video Hygrinet is well placed to provide troubleshooting services, regardless of who initially installed the network.
Hygrinet also provides audit and planning services, helping CCTV users to understand the limitations of their current IP network and providing a full system audit to document or re-document an existing installation, with a view to upgrading.
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Do you ever wish you could see your favorite characters on screen? Take a look at this list to see if you can find yours.
If your dream team isn't here, don't give up! You never know when your fantasy will go from the pages to the screen!
1. After by Anna Todd
Release April 12, 2019
There was the time before Tessa met Hardin, and then there's everything AFTER… Life will never be the same. #Hessa
Tessa is a good girl with a sweet, reliable boyfriend back home. She's got direction, ambition, and a mother who's intent on keeping her that way.
But she's barely moved into her freshman dorm when she runs into Hardin. With his tousled brown hair, cocky British accent, and tattoos, Hardin is cute and different from what she's used to.
But he's also rude—to the point of cruelty, even. For all his attitude, Tessa should hate Hardin. And she does—until she finds herself alone with him in his room. Something about his dark mood grabs her, and when they kiss it ignites within her a passion she's never known before.
He'll call her beautiful, then insist he isn't the one for her and disappear again and again. Despite the reckless way he treats her, Tessa is compelled to dig deeper and find the real Hardin beneath all his lies. He pushes her away again and again, yet every time she pushes back, he only pulls her in deeper.
Tessa already has the perfect boyfriend. So why is she trying so hard to overcome her own hurt pride and Hardin's prejudice about nice girls like her?
Unless…could this be love?
2. The Idea Of You by Robinne Lee
Release Date TBA
The Idea Of You by Robinne Lee is one of films I am dying to see and I'm not the only one. This book is loved so much that a fan created a trailer to express their love for the story. Written by one of Hollywood's most humble stars (she's a sweetheart you guys) turned incredible writer. There's no release date at this time but I will keep you informed.
Solène Marchand, the thirty-nine-year-old owner of an art gallery in Los Angeles, is reluctant to take her daughter, Isabelle, to meet her favorite boy band. But since her divorce, she's more eager than ever to be close to Isabelle. The last thing Solène expects is to make a connection with one of the members of the world-famous August Moon. But Hayes Campbell is clever, winning, confident, and posh, and the attraction is immediate. That he is all of twenty years old further complicates things.
What begins as a series of clandestine trysts quickly evolves into a passionate and genuine relationship. It is a journey that spans continents as Solène and Hayes navigate each other's worlds: from stadium tours to international art fairs to secluded hideaways in Paris and Miami. For Solène, it is a reclaiming of self, as well as a rediscovery of happiness and love. When Solène and Hayes' romance becomes a viral sensation, and both she and her daughter become the target of rabid fans and an insatiable media, Solène must face how her romantic life has impacted the lives of those she cares about most.
3. Five Feet Apart by Rachael Lippincott
Release March 22, 2019
Five Feet Apart by Rachael Lippincott asks up one important question. . . Can you love someone you can never touch?
Stella Grant likes to be in control—even though her totally out of control lungs have sent her in and out of the hospital most of her life. At this point, what Stella needs to control most is keeping herself away from anyone or anything that might pass along an infection and jeopardize the possibility of a lung transplant. Six feet apart. No exceptions.
The only thing Will Newman wants to be in control of is getting out of this hospital. He couldn't care less about his treatments, or a fancy new clinical drug trial. Soon, he'll turn eighteen and then he'll be able to unplug all these machines and actually go see the world, not just its hospitals.
Will's exactly what Stella needs to stay away from. If he so much as breathes on Stella she could lose her spot on the transplant list. Either one of them could die. The only way to stay alive is to stay apart. But suddenly six feet doesn't feel like safety. It feels like punishment.
What if they could steal back just a little bit of the space their broken lungs have stolen from them? Would five feet apart really be so dangerous if it stops their hearts from breaking too?
4. The Sun Is Also A Star by Nicola Yoon
Release May 17, 2019
Natasha: I'm a girl who believes in science and facts. Not fate. Not destiny. Or dreams that will never come true. I'm definitely not the kind of girl who meets a cute boy on a crowded New York City street and falls in love with him. Not when my family is twelve hours away from being deported to Jamaica. Falling in love with him won't be my story.
Daniel: I've always been the good son, the good student, living up to my parents' high expectations. Never the poet. Or the dreamer. But when I see her, I forget about all that. Something about Natasha makes me think that fate has something much more extraordinary in store—for both of us.
The Universe: Every moment in our lives has brought us to this single moment. A million futures lie before us. Which one will come true?
5. Where'd You Go by Maria Semple
Release March 22, 2019
A whip-smart, hysterical dramedy about a family in crisis after the disappearance of its brilliant, misanthropic matriarch.
Bernadette Fox is notorious. To her Microsoft-guru husband, she's a fearlessly opinionated partner; to fellow private-school mothers in Seattle, she's a disgrace; to design mavens, she's a revolutionary architect, and to 15-year-old Bee, she is a best friend and, simply, Mom.
Then Bernadette disappears. It began when Bee aced her report card and claimed her promised reward: a family trip to Antarctica. But Bernadette's intensifying allergy to Seattle–and people in general–has made her so agoraphobic that a virtual assistant in India now runs her most basic errands. A trip to the end of the earth is problematic.
To find her mother, Bee compiles email messages, official documents, secret correspondence–creating a compulsively readable and touching novel about misplaced genius and a mother and daughter's role in an absurd world.
6. The Best of Enemies by Osha Gray Davidson
Release April 5, 2019
This one looks sooooooo good!!!!
C. P. Ellis grew up in the poor white section of Durham, North Carolina, and as a young man joined the Ku Klux Klan. Ann Atwater, a single mother from the poor black part of town, quit her job as a household domestic to join the civil rights fight. During the 1960s, as the country struggled with the explosive issue of race, Atwater and Ellis met on opposite sides of the public school integration issue. Their encounters were charged with hatred and suspicion. In an amazing set of transformations, however, each of them came to see how the other had been exploited by the South's rigid power structure, and they forged a friendship that flourished against a backdrop of unrelenting bigotry.
Rich with details about the rhythms of daily life in the mid-twentieth-century South, The Best of Enemies offers a vivid portrait of a relationship that defied all odds. By placing this very personal story into broader context, Osha Gray Davidson demonstrates that race is intimately tied to issues of class, and that cooperation is possible–even in the most divisive situations–when people begin to listen to one another.
7. The Aftermath by Rhidian Brook
Set in post-war Germany, the international bestseller The Aftermath by Rhidian Brook is a stunning emotional thriller about our fiercest loyalties and our deepest desires. In the bitter winter of 1946, Rachael Morgan arrives with her only remaining son Edmund in the ruins of Hamburg. Here she is reunited with her husband Lewis, a British colonel charged with rebuilding the shattered city. But as they set off for their new home, Rachael is stunned to discover that Lewis has made an extraordinary decision: they will be sharing the grand house with its previous owners, a German widower and his troubled daughter. In this charged atmosphere, enmity and grief give way to passion and betrayal.
8. The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind by William Kamkwamba
Release Date TBA
The New York Times bestselling memoir of the heroic young inventor who brought electricity to his Malawian village adapted for young readers.
When a terrible drought struck William Kamkwamba's tiny village in Malawi, his family lost all of the season's crops, leaving them with nothing to eat and nothing to sell. William began to explore science books in his village library, looking for a solution. There, he came up with the idea that would change his family's life forever: he could build a windmill. Made out of scrap metal and old bicycle parts, William's windmill brought electricity to his home and helped his family pump the water they needed to farm the land.
Retold for a younger audience, this exciting memoir shows how, even in a desperate situation, one boy's brilliant idea can light up the world. Complete with photographs, illustrations, and an epilogue that will bring readers up to date on William's story, this is the perfect edition to read and share with the whole family.
9. The Hating Game by Sally Thorne
Release Date TBA
If you haven't read my review you can check it out here
I said it then and I say it know…. I knew this book was setting up for a movie. Think about it for a second. The author has been working as a Hollywood writer for many, many years. When I finished The Hating Game, I stated that I didn't really care for this a book but I think it would make a cute movie. And what happened?… They are making it into a movie.
Nemesis (n.) 1) An opponent or rival whom a person cannot best or overcome.
2) A person's undoing
3) Joshua Templeman
Lucy Hutton and Joshua Templeman hate each other. Not dislike. Not begrudgingly tolerate. Hate. And they have no problem displaying their feelings through a series of ritualistic passive aggressive maneuvers as they sit across from each other, executive assistants to co-CEOs of a publishing company. Lucy can't understand Joshua's joyless, uptight, meticulous approach to his job. Joshua is clearly baffled by Lucy's overly bright clothes, quirkiness, and Pollyanna attitude.
Now up for the same promotion, their battle of wills has come to a head and Lucy refuses to back down when their latest game could cost her her dream job…But the tension between Lucy and Joshua has also reached its boiling point, and Lucy is discovering that maybe she doesn't hate Joshua. And maybe, he doesn't hate her either. Or maybe this is just another game.
10. Turtles All The Way Down by John Green
Release Date TBA/Filming starting Spring '19
I said it in my review – this book was written to become a movie. I personally didn't enjoy reading the book as I found it strange and boring but I noticed it was trying to be on topic with current issues like mental illness in teenagers. I don't recommend reading this book, sorry, not sorry. I do think it will be a pretty ok movie though.
John Greene discusses movie deal.
Sixteen-year-old Aza never intended to pursue the mystery of fugitive billionaire Russell Pickett, but there's a hundred-thousand-dollar reward at stake and her Best and Most Fearless Friend, Daisy, is eager to investigate. So together, they navigate the short distance and broad divides that separate them from Russell Pickett's son, Davis.
Aza is trying. She is trying to be a good daughter, a good friend, a good student, and maybe even a good detective, while also living within the ever-tightening spiral of her own thoughts.
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Free, contemporary, and design-conscious, that's the 3-Seenhaus – at a stately height of 2,020 m, in charming contrast to its aristocratic parents' house, the Hotel Jagdschloss Kühtai. The pure wooden house with stylish holiday apartments was created by the team of architects from Madritsch & Pfurtscheller. It smells of larch and security – a sensual, architectural masterpiece with holiday apartments, directly at the 3-Seenlift.
The only question that remains is what's more beautiful: to set off to wedel, to carving, or freeriding, out onto the powdery slopes of the popular Kühtai ski area or to return to the warm apartment with the crackling open fireplace. The contrast is what makes our guests so happy. And we celebrate it.
Almost all rooms, apartments and holiday homes are south-facing, have a spacious, wind-protected loggia, are flooded with light and furnished with high-quality furniture made of natural materials. The large south-facing windows with their overwhelming views of the surrounding Tyrolean mountains are like paintings and part of the unique aesthetics of the apartments.


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Well I have been busy spinning yarn on a spindle. I think this would be. Great way to get yarn for continuous strand weaving. It is relatively easy to create bulky yarn this way you can create as much or as little as you want. Sort of like a painter with his/her palate. Even if you do not want to psi urn you can easily make your own yarn by plying commercial yarn together. It is helpful to have a spindle to ply with.. You can make one for less than five dollars with materials from hobby lobby and home depot. Here is a picture of some spindles. The one on the far right is a store bought spindle from louet.
It's been a long time.. But I have been busy playing on my looms. This one is almost done


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New Haglöfs Kit For 2014 – ISPO Report
Latest in our series of reports from the 2014 ISPO show is a quick bulletin from Planet Haglöfs where it's all about the Swedish brand's 100th anniversary compete with heritage retro, celebratory collection of clothing and equipment plus, this spring 2014, ultra-lightweight insulated jackets with both down and synthetic fillings.
Out Shortly – LIM Essens Down Jacket
This is actually out this spring rather than later in the year and it looks like a cracking lightweight down jacket. LIM stands for 'Less Is More' and is the brand's range of ultra-light kit. The new LIM Essens Jacket is a 180g lightweight, hoodless down top that's designed to stow small, carry light but still carry a useful insulation punch.
It uses an ultra lightweight 7-denier face fabric sourced from the one Japanese factory in the world where it's produced and houses top-notch 800 fill power goose down in stitch-through baffles. It's designed for lightweight alpine stuff, adventure racing and lightpacking, anything in fact where lightness really matters.
Based on a quick try on at ISPO – admittedly in an exhibition hall – it seems decently snug and warm beyond what you'd expect from a 180g jacket. As in it felt 'like a down jacket rather than a lightly insulated windproof', so it should actually be worth carrying with you. Price, once it's out in the next few weeks, will be £220. Not cheap, but its an impressive bit of kit.
LIM Barrier Pro Hood
Also part of the LIM range and again due out this spring, the LIM Barrier Pro Hood is a synthetically insulated hooded top that weighs in at a claimed 200g. That's seriously light – the original Rab Xenon jacket was around 90g more – and uses the same 7D face fabric as the LIM Essens.
The insulation is Haglöfs own Quad Fusion Plus which the brand says performs better than PrimaLoft 1. Should be ideal for packing in your day sack, bum-bag or hydration pack for use in cool, damp conditions. We use the Xenon a lot in scenarios where weight and bulk counts and we reckon the LIM Barrier Pro should do a similar job but at around 60% of the weight. Interesting.
It does carry a premium price tag however, think £200, just £20 less than the down equivalent.
Happy 100th Birthday!
Last but not least, Haglöfs celebrates its 100th anniversary this year. The brand's been going strong in Sweden since 2014 even if it only burst onto the scene in the UK relatively recently.
To celebrate, there's a special range of, erm, 'heritage' clothing and equipment. Sadly most of it was hidden away in a back room guarded by fierce dogs, laser beams, armed guards etc, but we did get a look at a few example out front. The stuff uses modern technologies with a proper retro slant.
To be honest, while it's nice stuff and looks to be beautifully made, we reckon it's more about making a statement and celebrating the anniversary than anything else and we doubt you'll see much of it out on the hill next winter. There are some more pics down below if you're interested or have a retro sort of thing going on.
More Haglöfs kit at www.haglofs.com.
You might also like Haglöfs 100th Anniversary Video


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The 2019 Myotonic Annual Conference takes place at the Loews Philadelphia Hotel, which is located just 30 minutes from the Philadelphia International Airport and blocks from City Hall in the City Center. The hotel offers comprehensive services for guests. More hotel information is available here.
The discounted room block for 2019 Myotonic Annual Conference is expected to fill up quickly! We recommend that you book your room as soon as possible to secure the best rates. Registering for the conference does not reserve your hotel room. Find additional lodging options and alternatives here!
2019 Myotonic Annual Conference attendees will fly into Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). Visitors seeking shuttle service and transportation to the Loews Philadelphia Hotel have a variety of options, including taxi service, air train, ride-sharing apps, and public transportation. Looking for other accesible transportation options in Philadelphia? Check out AccessibleGo.
Airport Regional Rail Line Service
Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority, SEPTA, provides train service between Center City and the Airport on the Airport Regional Rail Line. Trains run every 30 minutes and operate from 4:52 am to 11:52 pm (Center City to Airport) and from 5:07 am to 12:30 am (Airport to Center City). The fare from the airport to Center City is $6.75 per passenger. The Loews Philadelphia Hotel is only a few blocks from Jefferson Station.
All Philadelphia taxis operate with a $28.50 flat rate to the Philadelphia Center City area with a $1 extra charge for each additional passenger over the age of 12. Cab companies and their phone numbers can be found on the Philadelphia Airport website.
215-Get-A-Cab has vans that are wheelchair-accessible. Visit their website or call them in advance to book one: 215-438-2222.
Ride-sharing Apps
The cost for a private ride from Philadelphia International Airport to the Loews Philadelphia Hotel using ride-sharing apps such as Uber or Lyft can range from $15.00 to $30.00. Your Uber/Lyft will meet you curbside outside of baggage claim on the Arrivals Road in the outer lanes. Follow the signs for "Ground Transportation" or consult an airport employee for more detailed directions.
Uber/Lyft have added over 70 wheelchair accessible vehicles (WAVs) to their fleet since 2017. You can request an UberWAV at the same price as an UberX and the car will come with a rear-entry ramp and seats for 4 additional passengers. If you prefer to get a WAV via Lyft, make sure to change your Service Settings to "Access" before requesting a ride.
Directions from Airport to Hotel
If you decide to rent a car, the directions to the hotel are as follows: Get on I-95 North from either Departures Road or Garage Access Road. After 8.5 miles (about 10 min) use the left 2 lanes to take exit 22 toward US-30 East/Independance Hall. Merge onto Callowhill Street and then use the 2 left lands to turn left onto North 6th Avenue. Continue for about 4 blocks (0.3 miles), then turn right onto Market Street. The Loews Philadelphia Hotel will be on the left. Parking at the hotel is valet-only and costs $49 per night. You can find alternative parking options and garages nearby.
Childcare Options:
Childcare is not available through Myotonic at the conference. Please make all necessary arrangements before you arrive so that you can take advantage of all that the conference has to offer. Contact Care.com for information on local caregivers and availability. You may also inquire at Child Care Information Services of Philadelphia if you prefer to use a local service. Myotonic members traveling with young children can also visit the Myotonic Facebook page to solicit interest in sharing childcare with other conference attendees.


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- Home
- Your Government
- Departments A - I
- Housing & Community Development
- Resources
- Charities & Organizations
Charities & Organizations
Catholic Charities
St. Margret's Shelter
During COVID-19 we are providing shelter and wraparound services to families experiencing homelessness.
Phone: (509) 358-4250
Toll Free: 1-800-831-1209
House of Charity
During COVID-19 we are providing breakfast, lunch, day services, and a sleeping program to individuals experiencing homelessness. We have created 2 "pop up shelters" over a 24-hour time period.
Phone: (509) 624-7821
32 W. Pacific Ave
Spokane, WA 99201
Family Promise
Bridges Program
Phone: 509-747-5487
Email: firstname.lastname@example.com
904 E. Hartson Ave
Spokane, WA 99202
Open Doors
Phone: (509) 723-4663 (HOME)
2002 E. Mission Avenue
Spokane, WA 99202
The Salvation Army
Phone: (509) 325-6810
Phone: (509)-456-SNAP
Email: firstname.lastname@example.com
Eviction Rental Assistance Program (ERAP)
Phone: (509) 319-3035 or (509) 456-7627 ext. 3315
Email: firstname.lastname@example.com
Here is how you can help us make our changes in service delivery as useful as possible:
- Please call SNAP for services before you make the trek to our offices. We can serve our clients remotely by you calling.
- Leave a message if you don't get through to a staff member the first time. We are working hard to answer messages quickly, so leaving a message with detailed contact information helps us all!
- You may also email questions you have to, where your question/concern will be routed to the appropriate staff member.
- If you do need to come into a SNAP office, please ensure you observe the notices posted (such as if we have a glass window to create more social distance). If you are feeling ill or have a fever, please call 456-SNAP so we can use a technology solution to serve you.
Spokane Workforce Council
Rent and Utility Assistance if using other Resource Center programs.
Phone: (509) 867-8188
Email: firstname.lastname@example.com
Website: https://spokaneresourcecenter.org/covid-19
Self Sufficiency Calculator. Life is complicated, especially when it comes to career planning and financial security. The Calculator can help you with immediate next steps and plan for your future.
CLICK LINK FOR CALCULATOR www.thecalculator.org
Spokane Resource Center: The Spokane Resource Center brings community resources together in one place to help people in our community avoid becoming homelessness or overcome barriers when facing unexpected challenges. That mission is more important than ever during the COVID-19 outbreak. Although our doors are not physically open, our teams are still on-site, ready to make referrals and help connect those in need with available community resources.
Volunteers of America
Phone: (509) 624-2378
525 W. Second Avenue
Spokane, WA 99201
Phone: (509) 838-6596
Email: firstname.lastname@example.com
525 W. Second Avenue, Main Floor
Spokane, WA 99201
Hope House
Phone: (509) 455-2886
Email: email@example.com
111 W Third Ave,
Spokane, WA 99201
Phone: (509) 326-1190
DV Helpline: (509) 326-2255
930 North Monroe Street
Spokane, WA 99201
YWCA 24-hr Helpline
Our 24-hr domestic violence helpline, 509-326-2255, will remain available for you to call at any time. This is the best number for you to contact if you need someone to talk to immediately. Through the helpline, our confidential advocates are available to contact if you or someone you know has questions or concerns about intimate partner domestic violence at any time. If it is safe to do so, you can also reach our Confidential Advocates via email at firstname.lastname@example.com, or through text messages at 509-220-3725.
Fig Tree
Phone: (509) 535-4112
Dial: 2-1-1
Toll Free: 877-211-9274
Phone: (509) 838-4246
Toll Free: 1-800-894-2450


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How to Spring Into Science – Add a Few Leprechauns, a Few Seeds & a Few Insects
St. Patrick's Day is this week and it's time for the leprechauns to visit. Pull out your Green Fizzers, Green Slime, Leprechaun Insta-Snow and you are set. If the leprechauns have yet to visit your house and turn your water green, check out…


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The 2.2 Linux kernel packet-filtering tool is called "ipchains." The updated version that ships with version 2.4 is known as "iptables." (There is an older version still, called "ipfwadm," that works with the 2.0 kernel, but one can't live in the past.) All of these tools operate on a very simple principle apply sets of rules to control which sorts of traffic are allowed in and out, and which are not.
Each workstation in the house knows that the firewall machine is its gateway. When workstation number one sends a packet to the firewall machine, the latter assigns the packet to a particular port number (so as to keep track of where it came from), replaces the IP number in the originating header with its own real-world IP address, and sends the packet out. When it receives a reply to the packet from the outside world, the reply will come to the same TCP/IP port. The firewall machine knows that traffic on that port goes to workstation number one, so it replaces the port number and IP address with their original values and passes the packet on to the workstation. This process is completely transparent to both parties.
There are a number of tools that configure ipchains and iptables for you automatically. These easy-to-use tools include PMFirewall and Mason. PMFirewall involves making choices about the configuration you desire. Mason has a "learning mode" that simply looks at how you use your network and sets up firewalling rules automatically to accommodate you. As of this writing, Mason supports iptables and PMFirewall does not. Download and install one of these tools, and configuring your firewall is approximately as easy as pie.
Just for fun, let's go over how to set up a firewall with PMFirewall. The installation of Mason is similar, but
Mason takes care of detecting your network setup automatically. First, you have to make sure that you have
ipchains installed. It should come with your Linux distribution. If you can't find it on your system (and
you're running the 2.2 kernel), check the CDs you installed from. If it's not there either, it can be
downloaded from here. You'll also want to make sure your
kernel is configured to work with ipchains. Chances are that it is ... if you get a message that it's not,
the ipchains HOWTO will tell you how to check,
and how to fix your configuration if you have to.
Download the zipped PMFirewall from the creator's site and save it wherever you like to save such things
on your system. Unpack the file by typing
tar -xzvf ./pmfirewall-x.x.x.tar.gz
where x.x.x is the version number. Then cd to the pmfirewall directory thus created, and, as the root user,
sh install.sh
The installation process will prompt you for answers to some preliminary questions where do you want config
files installed, where does your copy of ipchains live, how are you connected to the Internet for which the
default answers should typically suffice. Then it will ask about how you want the firewall set up. Are there
machines that you want to give unquestioned access to? Are there machines that you want to prohibit
unilaterally? You will be asked to enter their IP addresses.
You also have to tell PMFirewall whether you have a static IP address or whether you're given a new one every
time you log on, via DHCP. Then it asks what services you are running on the firewall machine: FTP? SSH?
Telnet? SMTP? DNS? POP? a Web server? IMAP? and so forth. And are there any other ports that you want left
Finally, you are asked to configure masquerading, supply information about your internal network, and specify
startup behavior. Voila! PMFirewall has configured your firewall automatically. You can proceed to tweak the
settings manually if you want or need to.
When your firewall is set up, you can test it by going to the Self Port Scan, which will check your machine for open ports. Try accessing the page from your firewall machine with the firewall turned off and then with it turned on. The difference should be striking ... like, say, the difference between slightly elevated temperatures and third-degree burns all over your body.


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The Phoenix Suns got their training camp underway on Tuesday, and SB Nation Arizona was on hand to get some up close and personal interviews with players and coaches as they prepare for the upcoming season. Once such player was guard Michael Beasley, who likes keeps it light during his interview.
Beasley turns the camera around, reminiscing about the duck hunt from his Nintendo days. But he also described his excitement for the start of the season, and all of the young guys he is excited to run with in camp. He was also asked about his role on the team, whether or not he will be a better fit as a four or a three on Alvin Gentry's squad.
You can check out the entire interview below from Suns training camp in La Jolla, CA:
Beasley and the Suns have their first preseason matchup on Oct. 10 against the Sacramento Kings.


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Accepted Minutes of the Thursday, January 2, 2014 7PM telephonic EC meeting.
Attendees: GPCT co-chairpersons: Allan Brison, S. Michael DeRosa; Christopher Reilly, treasurer; Barbara Barry, Secretary. Absent: Linda Thompson, co-chairperson: reason: hospitalization of spouse.
EC members discussed: a) AB to complete the GPCT website articles and forward to the website; b) AB: the American Studies Association proposal to boycott against the US people/researchers who go to Israel for education/research. Their reasoning: lack of academic freedom. CR: Jewish Voices for Peace organization are concerned about Israeli human rights violations and treatment of Palestinians. SMD: has not heard the GPUS International Committee discussing this. AB to contact Justine McCabe GPCT member of the GPUS IC for feedback, then get back to the EC and/or SCC. c) Also discussed the updates from GPCT members, chapters and GPUS and included items in the 1-7-14 SCC agenda; developed the 1-7-14 SCC agenda; and discussed the deaths of GPCT members: Bob Eaton and Chris Nelson.
Proposed 1-7-14 SCC agenda:
1. Review and approve the minutes of the: a) 11-19-13 SCC meeting; and b) accept the minutes of the: 1-2-14 EC meeting.
2. Treasurer's report from Christopher Reilly: $1167.36=balance.
3. Reports from our three (3) representatives to the GPUS: Linda Thompson, Tim McKee, and S. Michael DeRosa.
4. Any proposals/ resolutions from chapters or a group of five CTGP Members or from the EC.
5. GPCT fundraising while following the CT and federal regulations (as updated by Christopher Reilly, GPCT treasurer). Examples are: a) selection of speakers such as Harvey Wasserman, anti-nuclear activist since at least Three Mile Island event to address the Fukushima 2011 event and Millstone nuclear plants in Waterford, CT…for fundraising events. Determine dates, times and sites of fundraising events; b) GPCT merchandise; lawn signs, drawings and T-shirts and c) request donations from GPCT members and/or activists.
6. GPCT website: a) GPCT literature has not been developed by Melissa Schlag for placement on eventual placement on GPCT website. She was to address: GPCT 10 Key Values and GPCT concerns and solutions about state issues. Need volunteers to complete these tasks. ; b) S. Michael DeRosa has sent to the GPCT website his (vetted) GPCT articles about climate change and student loans; c) Allan Brison to develop a GPCT letterhead and to send his vetted GPCT retreat flier to the GPCT website and d) develop a GPCT newsletter for our website.
7. Development of GPCT strategies, literature and actions to be taken about nuclear energy and closing Milestone nuclear power plant in Waterford, CT; address the safe closure of same; re-training of Milestone employees. Coordination of these actions with our anti-nuclear speaker(s). This issue may be used by GPCT 2014 candidates. BAB: develop a grading system (A, B, C, D and F) for our CT legislative officials e.g. DEEP administrator, Mr. Esty, about how strongly are their anti-nuclear actions are and how strongly their actions are for renewable energy sources (wind, sun, geothermal and water) ; reconnect with anti-nuclear organizations e.g. Sierra Club; GPCT speaker/writers to assist with this and any other legislative activities.
8. Mailing List Information from Allan Brison inclusive of emails. He anticipates providing at the 1-7-14 SCC meeting.
9. a) Develop GPCT responses to a) any actions taken by the CT legislature, our governor, CT officials or the federal government. Possible topics: the 10-17-13 debt ceiling which has been moved to 2-7-14; the federal shutdown from October 1, 2013 through October 16, 2013 which may reoccur on January 15, 2014; N.S.A. vs. civil rights and privacy rights; possible changes to Social Security and Medicare; fracking, immigration, etc. b) GPCT legislative agenda items: meet with CT Rep District 49: Susan Johnson, (D) regarding decreasing petitions needed to run for CT offices; c) need GPCT members to interact with the SOS office to clarify 2013 regulation about no cross-endorsements. SMD and BAB volunteered but other GPCT volunteers are welcome; and d) GPCT media members to address concerns.
10. Political actions to be taken in the near future; GPCT legislative actions; events GPCT wishes to participate in and discussion about running GPCT candidates for the November 2014 offices for: governor? Congressional Districts? State Senate and state representatives? Have ballot line access for many offices.
11. Discussion regarding date, site and agenda for the 2014 GPCT Annual Meeting and Internal Elections. NOTE: Passover is Tuesday, 4-15-14; Easter Sunday is 4-20-14; Earth/Arbor Day is Friday, 4-25-14.
12. Status of the GPCT Bylaws Committee from members: Rolf Maurer, Cora Santaguida, Christopher Reilly, Linda Thompson, Barbara Barry, S. Michael DeRosa and Jeffry Larson.
13. Reports from CTGP members to the (GPUS) National Committees.
Accreditation (AC): reviews state chapter which petitions to join the GPUS; reviews criteria for state delegates to GPUS annual meetings and conventions.
Annual National Meeting (ANMC): working on the 2014 GPUS Annual Meeting: Tim McKee and John Went.
Ballot Assess (BA): discussion of efforts/difficulties/strategies/successes of the state Green Parties gaining ballot access: S. Michael DeRosa & Edward Schwing.
Black Caucus:
Bylaws, Rules, Polices Procedure (BRPP): for the GPUS officers and national committees: Amy Vas Nunes.
Coordination Campaign (CCC): distribution of GPUS money to Green Party public office candidates.
Dispute Resolution (DRC): mediation of any disputes within the GPUS organization:
Diversity (DC): strategies and actions to urge/maximize diversity within the GPUS: Linda Thompson.
Eco Action (EA): develop strategies for the GPUS regarding ecological matters.
Finance (FinCom): review and determine how to spend the money of the GPUS organization
Fundraising (FC): raises money for the GPUS operations.
Green Party of the US internet news: acquire and write articles for the GPUS website.
International Committee (IC): develops/promotes GPUS positions regarding world issues. Hector Lopez, Justine McCabe and S. Michael DeRosa.
Latino Caucus: Hector Lopez.
Merchandizing Committee (MERCH): determines and acquires items for the GPUS. Rolf Maurer and Hector Lopez.
Media Committee (MC): writes GPUS press releases.
Outreach (OC): interacts with other groups who may have similar interests of the GPUS: Linda Thompson.
Peace (GPAX): discusses/develops strategies of how the GPUS may promote peace throughout the world: Hector Lopez and S. Michael DeRosa.
Platform (PC): promotes positions on issues for the GPUS which are consistent with Green Party Ten Key Values: Justine McCabe and Amy Vas Nunes.
Presidential Campaign Support Committee (PCSC): develop strategies to support any GPUS presidential candidates. Timothy McKee.
Women's Caucus: Martha Kelly.
14. a) Reactivation of the Greater New Haven GPCT chapter; b) report from the GPCT Waterford, CT members about their past, present and future activities and chapter development; c) update from the new Norwich Chapter; and d) Chapter reports: verbal to the attendees and the written approved minutes to the CTGP secretary/EC members.
15. a) Obituary of Bob Eaton who served as treasurer of the CT Green Party in 2004-2005.
Robert F. Eaton, 1959 – 2013. Published in The Hartford Courant on Nov. 20, 2013
Robert F. Eaton, 54, of New Hartford, passed away November 14, 2013. He was born in Burlington, NC on July 10, 1959 to Lois and Favre Eaton. Bob graduated from the University of Cincinnati College of Design, Architecture and Art, with a degree in Industrial Design in 1982. He was married to Elisa Kayser Eaton. Bob was employed by the Hartford Insurance Group in their Audio Visual Department from 1982 to 1993. He did independent consulting for ESPN and CPTV. In 1993 he started his own business, Spazmo Video Graphics and Animation. Professional recognition includes Amiga World Magazine International Animation Competitions 2nd place in 1990 and 3rd place in 1993. He was a staunch advocate of peace and social justice, giving his time and energy to the Connecticut Green Party, Winsted Area Peace Action and several local campaigns. He played trombone and was one of the founding members of the Harmonious Brass Choir. He served as co-chair of the Music Parents Association at Northwestern Regional #7. He was an avid jogger, skier, vegan and purveyor of bad puns. He is survived by his wife, Elisa, and daughter, Kira, of New Hartford; parents, Lois and Favre Eaton of Prescott, AZ; sister, Joy Eaton of San Mateo, CA; foster sister, Lucy Laccavole of Manchester, CT; several nieces and nephews and the extended Truong family. A Celebration of Bob's Life will be held on Tuesday, November 26, 7:00 pm at the Unitarian Universalist Society: East, 153 Vernon Street West, Manchester, CT. In lieu of flowers an education account has been set up for Kira Eaton. Contributions can be sent to Northwest Community Bank, New Hartford Branch, PO Box 413, New Hartford, CT 06057.
b) Chris Nelson's obituary appeared in the New London Day. Chris was treasurer of the New London Greens and also served as treasurer of the CT Green Party around 2002. This was a great loss.
Published in The Day on Dec. 27, 2013.
New London - Chris Nelson, 43, passed away last week. Chris was passionate about his work as a shipwright, which took him all over the country restoring historic wooden boats using traditional methods. He was a proponent of livable cities and was dedicated to building a vibrant New London. In addition to participating in several community groups, Chris served on the planning and zoning commission where he advocated for mixed-use, high-density neighborhoods. Chris helped launch and sustain an active third party, the New London Greens, which opposed the use of eminent domain and provided important perspectives on local issues.
Born and raised in New York City, Chris graduated from Yale University and trained as a boat builder at The Landing School in Maine. He moved to New London in 1999. He loved sailing and basketball. He will be remembered for his brilliant mind, dry wit, progressive politics and his laughter. Chris leaves behind many friends and colleagues who will miss him dearly. He is survived by his parents, Joan and Michael of New York City; sisters, Emily of New York City and Jennifer of Baltimore, Md.; brother-in-law, Carrick Mollenkamp; nephew, Quentin; and former wife and good friend, Laura Cordes of West Hartford. The family will be creating a fund in Chris' memory to honor his life and work. For more information, please contact cnmemorialfund@ gmail.com.
16. Selection of the date, time and site of the next SCC meeting: will it be the last Tuesday of January i.e. 1-28-14 or some other date?
17. Other suggestions.
GREEN PARTY TEN KEY VALUES: non-violence, respect for diversity, grassroots democracy, social justice and equal opportunity, ecological wisdom, decentralization, community-based economics and economic justice, future focus and sustainability, personal and global responsibility, feminism and gender equality.
Submitted by Barbara Barry, secretary of the Green Party of Connecticut


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RD-Connect, NeurOmics and EURenOmics: collaborative European initiative for rare diseases
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Mutational spectrum and phenotypic variability of VCP-related neurological disease in the UK
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After 29 years at Newcastle University, Professor Katie Bushby MD FRCP has announced her retirement as Professor of Neuromuscular Genetics from the end of May. Along with Volker Straub, Katie was one of the founding …
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'Can it Be?' The Christmas pairing of Bing and Bowie
When I woke up this morning to the news that rock legend David Bowie died, I couldn't believe it. This came on the heels of the death of another musical legend, Natalie Cole, daughter of her "unforgettable" father, Nat King Cole. The former David Robert Jones had inhabited the rock universe for some four decades and in that time he managed to make his musical mark across various genres. He had been ill for almost two years, fighting what turned out to be a losing battle with cancer. He was 69 years old when he died, and that particular birthday occurred just last Friday.
Musicians—indeed, everybody who is ever famous—are just as human as the rest of us and they, too, are prone to human faults and frailties. With celebrities, though, you somehow believe that they'll go on forever. We know of course, that isn't the case. But when it happens it is still a shock.
Naturally, all the television reports gave the details of a rocker's life; there is no need to detail that here. But when I heard the news, it brought me back some years to a time when David Bowie once went outside of his "comfort zone" and made musical history with someone who wasn't of his time: Bing Crosby.
The date was Sept. 11, 1977, when Bing Crosby was taping his annual Christmas special for CBS. He was in England in a studio just outside of London. It was the Elstree Studios to be exact and the program he was taping was to be called Bing Crosby's Merrie Olde Christmas and it was to be as the title implied: an old-fashioned English Christmas. Bing had the show all planned with his writers; but he wanted something different for this show. He wanted a young person to appear with him. Somehow or other, David Bowie was suggested and feelers were put out for having him appear with Bing on the show. They were both musicians of note and both were in London and if it were to come off, it could make for an interesting musical paring. One of the show's writers/producers, Alan "Buz" Kohan, was not sure if Der Bingle knew who David Bowie was; but as fellow writer Ian Fraser said at the time, "I'm pretty sure he did. Bing was no idiot. If he didn't his kids sure did."
And Bing's kids surely knew who David Bowie was. The entire Crosby family were there for the show's taping; and when they saw David Bowie and his wife appeared, they were almost speechless. As Mary Frances Crosby—Bing's daughter—recalled: "The doors opened and David walked in with his wife. They were both wearing full-length mink coats, they have matching full makeup and their hair was bright red…We were thinking, 'Oh my God.'" And as one of Bing's sons, Nathaniel recalled: "It almost didn't happen. I think the producers told him to take the lipstick off and take the earring out. It was just incredible to see the contrast." Somehow, David Bowie was persuaded to tone down his "extravagance," for he was in his "Ziggy Stardust" phase. The young rocker made a presentable appearance for the sake of the crooner of yesteryear.
Bing might have been open to the idea of appearing with a prince of rock, but it wasn't exactly reciprocated. The song selected for them to sing, "Little Drummer Boy," wasn't the kind of song Bowie liked—or wanted to sing. Said he: "I hate this song. Is there something else I could sing?" And: "I'm doing this show because my mother loves Bing Crosby."
With time of the essence, Bowie and the writers came up with a song just for Bowie to sing, as a counterpart to Bing and "The Little Drummer Boy." The result was "Peace on Earth," which Bowie sang while Bing sang the song Bowie didn't care for. And the result was mesmerizing, for the old crooner and the young rocker did something magical: through the meshing of two Christmas songs, one traditional and one just newly written within the space of an hour, they created a new Christmas hit; it is still heard all these years later when Christmastime comes around.
It was a remarkable moment in music history and when the show aired on November 30, 1977; it proved to be Bing Crosby's last musical testament; for he had died some five weeks after taping that Christmas special, on October 14, 1977—he expired on a golf course in Spain, having hit a "hole in one" at the age of 73. The man who began his career singing "Where the Blue of the Night Meets the Gold of the Day" died in good spirits and his "co-star," David Bowie, would go on to bigger and greater renown before he, too, expired.
I remember that Christmas special, for I was 16 years old at the time. I was mesmerized by what these accomplished and professional musicians did, the aging crooner and the young rocker; and it taught me something that evening. I learned that there is much we can learn from each other, the older generation and the younger generation; the gulf between the two isn't all that wide. (Even Bing had nothing but praise for his collaborator, saying that David Bowie was "a clean-cut kid and a real fine asset to the show. He sings well, has a great voice and reads his lines well.") Coming together through a little music can bridge many a difference and a wonderful harmony can be created between two human beings. As both Bing and David both plaintively sang in the chorus to their collaboration: "Can it be?"
The answer is: Yes, it can. Take a moment and watch the YouTube clip and give thanks that Bing and David came together that time to create some holiday sparkle and a magical Christmas memory.


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PACE — You Can Help Revive It! (& Why You Should)
PACE, which stands for Property Assessed Clean Energy, was one of the best things that happened to the U.S… before it got killed (or temporarily maimed) by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac in 2010.
What is PACE & Why is It So Cool?
What is PACE? PACE is a program that helped thousands of homeowners across the nation make energy-efficient retrofits and add solar power systems to their homes through a simple surcharge on their property taxes. In other words, instead of dropping a ton of money on a solar or energy efficiency project right up front or paying extra (but still saving) through a solar lease, PACE allowed people to pay of the cost of their project slowly by increasing their property taxes a bit to cover the costs.
"The concept behind the PACE program is that the energy savings from energy efficiency and clean energy projects would outstrip the costs over time, but that the upfront costs were a barrier to many people in implementing the badly needed changes," as Shari Shapiro writes over on Cleantechies.
How PACE Got Stabbed in the Chest
Now, as I said above, as PACE was getting wildly popular across the U.S., the federal government killed it. Here's a quick summary on that from Shapiro:
Several municipalities and states had implemented these programs, and it sounded like such a good idea that $150 million in the ARRA was dedicated to support them. Unfortunately, in mid-2010 the Federal Housing Finance Agency, which regulates government sponsored mortgage buyers Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, and the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, which regulates national banks stopped the PACE programs in their tracks by refusing to issue mortgages that had a PACE loan in first priority.
See Susan's story from July 2010 for more on this.
PACE is Coming Back!… Maybe
Well, there has been a big push to revive PACE and now there's an opportunity for you to help out in that push.
"Bipartisan legislation to restore PACE programs will be introduced in the U.S. Congress House of Representatives on Wednesday, July 20, 2011," PACE Now reports.
"The Bill is sponsored by Congresswoman Nan Hayworth (R-NY), and Congressmen Dan Lungren (R-CA) and Mike Thompson (D-CA), and a draft can be downloaded here."
PACE Now had a webinar on the above on July 14th (which you can view via that link — the webinar presentation alone is available here). Basically, though, that all leads into the following, and important call to action:
Take Action to Help Revive PACE
From PACE Now's website, here's info on how you can help to get this new legislation moving forward and revive PACE:
It is critically important that you urge your member of Congress in the House of Representatives to support this Bill. A strategy for introducing a Bill in the Senate is in the works…. right now, support in the House is the key. Take a moment and call, e-mail, or send a letter to your member of Congress.
Call – E-Mail – Write your House Representative
Use your zip code to send an automated letter here to your representative in the House (see the text here).
Use this "Save PACE Letter to Congress" here that you can put on your, or your organization's letterhead. Please remember to send a copy to us at email@example.com.
Ask your local government or other organization to pass the attached Resolution Supporting PACE Legislation. Please send a copy of your adopted Resolution to firstname.lastname@example.com.
Find your member of the House here by entering your zip code in the upper right corner.
Call 202-224-3121 – US Capitol Switchboard – to be transferred to your representative's office.
The materials linked here will help.
HR Bill ____ We'll upload the introduced version with the Bill number as soon as it's available, but don't wait, just refer to the PACE Protection Act of 2011 introduced by Hayworth, Lungren and Thompson.
Video replay of PACENow's July 14th Webinar – Call to Action – just give it a minute to load
Talking Points for the Bill one page of useful bullet points
PACE 2 Page Summary a more comprehensive 2 page summary
Making the Case for PACE Legislation longer and more thorough
Take action now to help get PACE going again and help get the U.S. back on track on this important topic.
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Flourishing Love. Leigh'Ann & Jordan
Three years ago, I had the amazing pleasure of photographing Leigh'Ann and Jordan's loving commitment. Seriously…one of the most beautiful vow exchanges I've had the opportunity to witness. It was wonderful seeing them again after all these years, we've both grown in our own ways. Life is good. I photographed them opening their anniversary gifts to each other (by the way…Leigh'Ann completely surprised Jordan with this photoshoot…she had no idea!!!). I learned that the 3rd wedding anniversary gift usually involves 'leather'. Leather is durable, warm, strong, flexible, and has a sense of resiliency to it. These are qualities that help marriages continue to thrive. And like leather, it gets better with age. :)
They met their first semester at TCU and their love for each other has continued to blossom. They hope to share their everlasting love with a family of their own someday. With their partnership in tact, they know that they are able to accomplish any goals they put their minds to.
"She's my favorite person – I adore her sense of humor, her laugh, her storytelling, her passion, her drive, and the fact that she cries when she remembers a touching commercial she saw 10 years ago. She has a huge heart – that's what made me fall in love with her." – Leigh'Ann
"I adore her personality. She is hilarious, but very put together. I love to laugh with her. I adore her sleepy face in the mornings." – Jordan
Jordan and Leigh'Ann left me these sweet words I just have to share: "We feel blessed to have you in our lives, even if it's only every other year!"…and I just want to say likewise! I love clients-turned-friends like these!!!
Beautiful photos Stephanie! I adore couples who are this at ease with each other that a camera does not even affect them. :)
Stephanie , once again you captured the real love between this truly happy couple. . I am blessed everyday by these two beautiful women. They make my heart happy .


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I try to be honest in these posts. I hope I don't claim to be holier than I am, but I do strive to cooperate in my sanctification and I want to be holier. Somedays I admit it is more that I want to want to be holier. But I also know that I have received strength and comfort and peace in amazing abundance and I seek to share that.
But to be perfectly honest, there are moments (rare, thankfully) when I doubt. Who hasn't heard the world clamoring and had that little voice say "what if none of it is real?" What if there is no God, no heaven, no sovereign protecting and guiding history?
I was talking to a friend about the inevitability of death and that mine may not be that far off. She immediately responded that sometimes she has that little niggling doubt that God is real. But then she looks around at creation and is reassured that something that complex and beautiful has to have a Creator.
I love that she 1. knew that I would also be tempted and tortured by that same doubt, and 2. had a ready response for that doubt. She comforted me with the comfort with which she has been comforted. (I've always loved how that verse just admits sometimes only one word will do, repetition isn't always bad. 🙂
My treatment is to immediately pray a prayer of gratitude for all the benefits God has lavished upon me. The doubts quickly disappear when I overwhelm them with praise and gratitude.
Do you have a plan of attack for those moments when doubt pokes its ugly head up?