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8 Boozy Wedding Favors Your Guests Will Actually Love
When you've been planning a wedding for months — or years — you can run out of creative juices toward the end. If your tank is on E but you still need to whip up the most enviable wedding favor you can think of, boozy gifts are sure to be a hit. Let's face it: Pretty much everyone could use a little shot of confidence right before your band starts and the dance floor fills up. And if any of your guests have worked tirelessly to help make sure the centerpieces are perfect, your color palette blends effortlessly, and your chic woodland theme has just the right touch of bohemian flare, goodness knows you all deserve a cocktail . Tell everyone, "Thanks for being here — now let's relax and get down," with one of these eight tipsy wedding favors.
1. Cute Corks and Limoncello: Limoncello makes for a great, easy shot for friends to throw back before they join you on the dance floor. Plus, if you really want to be crafty, you could make this drink yourself, bottle it up, and place these adorable tags on them with names and table numbers to have them double as escort cards. (via Cary Klein Photography / Style Me Pretty )
2. Pink Champagne: If we walked into a reception and these little pink wrapped bottles were greeting us, you wouldn't have to tell us twice to drink up. Champagne is usually a safe choice, because even those who aren't fans can manage a few sips for a toast. (via Leslee Mitchell )
3. Homemade Whiskey: Don't worry — we aren't suggesting you make whiskey completely from scratch, but this does require a little creative effort. Add some orange peel and a cinnamon stick to Jameson in these miniature bottles and guests will be complimenting your DIY favors all night long. (via Wedding Paper Divas )
4. Homemade Bailey's Irish Cream : So you're a big coffee fan? Instead of going for the usual "love is brewing" and gifting your guests coffee beans, kick it up a notch. Purchase the bottles and then pour in your concoction. (via Bake Play Smile )
5. Whiskey Shooters: Use the booze you choose for your favors as a theme to run with throughout the night. Get some shooter-sized bottles and then a big one for each table so guests can pour their own shots. (via Nightingale Photography / Wedding Vibe )
6. Seasonal Favors: You've tied your theme into every other aspect of your wedding, so don't stop at the favors. If you're getting married in a winter month, think about a common winter drink. In this case, kahlua is a great option, especially when it's bottled so festively. (via Evermine )
7. Mini Wine: Stock up on mini wine bottles and add the customizable tag for a unique take on table cards. (via Evermine Weddings )
8. Emergency Tequila: Even if you're not having a destination wedding in Mexico, if you're a tequila girl, you should go for it. We do recommend having a surplus of salt and limes available, just in case. (via Something Turquoise )
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To be eligible, a qualified applicant must:
- be a federally-recognized, tax-exempt non-profit corporation (501(c)3 status);
- own and operate a tourist attraction that interprets Madison, Morgan County's history and culture;
- be located within the city limits and open to the public; and
- have as part of its mission statement the education of the public about Madison, Morgan County's history and culture.
Essential to Madison's heritage tourism industry, successful applicants contribute to the city's core tourism infrastructure by producing tourism literature, maintaining museum exhibitory, offering heritage awareness programs, operating historic home and site tours, and providing regular public access to a local historic attraction.
The annual deadline is July 1. Awards are made following completion of a contractual agreement, and grant funds may be drawn quarterly.
Quarterly reports are due by the fifteenth of the month following the end of the quarter (October 15, January 15, April 15, and July 15). Please Note: Failure to file reports in a timely manner compromises an organization's status as a qualified applicant for the next year.
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Money plays an important role in our lives. Every year their importance becomes more and more. More and more luxuries are constantly appearing around, fashion trends are forcing people to keep up with the times.
Phones, cars, clothes, cosmetics and many other objects of the material world surround us at every step. I want to buy as much as possible without thinking about the question " Do I need all this? "
Importance of Money
There is great importance in our daily life. Here are some factors that define its importance.
Attaching great importance to material values, a person automatically begins to desire more and more money to buy all the goods around which he becomes attached. If at first a person owns money, then at some point money begins to own a person. Lack of money or a small amount of money can lead such people to stress and panic.
Of course, money is good. Having an abundance and a constant cash flow, for example, using VTB 24 deposits , is an indicator of their competent management. Money also requires accounting, which in turn takes time. Outsourcing of accounting services comes to the rescue, saving valuable time.
Some people say that money is not happiness. As a rule, this is the statement of people with a small income who are trying to justify themselves with such words.
There must always be a balance between material values and the spiritual world of man. Harmony and balance are important.
Everyone has different requests and needs, therefore, different waste. Someone needs a Mercedes, and someone is happy with the Zhiguli, someone wants to go on vacation to Bali, and for someone who has their own family cottage with a bath in the suburbs, there is nothing better. But there is something that unites them and this, of course, is money.
Based on the two examples described above, it can be seen that the costs for these people will be different. Despite this, they can be equally happy. It all depends on their attitude to the values that they have.
If someone is dissatisfied with their current state of affairs, wants more, but is not able to have this more at the moment, then despair begins, and happiness leaves this person. A constant struggle for money is developing to implement all that has been conceived.
Striving for the best is a good indicator, but there should always be a middle ground. If a person does everything in his power, works, does not miss a single moment to earn more, grow, achieve a career and prosperity – this is a plus. If he only complains about the current state of affairs and does nothing, this is a minus.
It is important to be in balance, to strive for the best, but to be grateful for what you have. Money loves people who are grateful, and it is with them that they take root for a long time and help in life to realize their dreams.


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This week at Bentley...
Every Friday we review how things are going in school with all the complex new arrangements, in order to plan ahead for the following week. We have been doing this since lockdown began and every single week we have been open. It has been 'just' 44 school days today since lockdown began, but it feels like a whole year and several September style grand openings in my mind. This week we have made a few improvements to our provision to enhance safety, as there has been an overcrowding at 3.15pm on the playground. I am also sorry to those parents hoping for more places as our capacity in pupil places has been filled. I have written separately to the individual parents who this affects and I will be communicating with all Year 6 parents and children next week, once some special plans for you are more concrete. You have been aware we have had much higher numbers of critical key workers logged at our school since before lockdown. The three bubble groups made of key workers means we have not been able to open for additional Year 6 pupils. We are following Government directive on this.
In more positive news, it is great to have many more children back in school and we have continued to stay open for each group with no requirement to have any bubble self-isolate. Should this be required we have Public Health England's number on 'speed dial' and feel very comfortable with the procedures required. Staff have asked me to say thanks for the kind messages and partnership between home and school enabling them to feel safe in school at this time too.
This week we have been reflecting on the constraints on the children learning in school and the wariness of children (and parents) learning at home. We are listening to your feedback about engagement and I would urge you to try 'flipping' the priorities when things get a little repetitive. We are seeing less engagement with the wider curriculum and yet the government have invested much funding with the Bitesize and Oakmoor resources. Follow the links suggested by teachers first for the wider curriculum work if that is more motivating for your children. Continue to enjoy your time together on shared interests and amazing new activities (we'd love to see these on Seesaw and Tapestry too please!). We have also added a couple of additional fun sessions for the home schoolers to try to enhance social links and play for the children. We are also reflecting on end of term arrangements and transition and have a plan forming based on staff and parent suggestions.
The priority for Senior Leaders and Governors in our school must now shift to preparations for our school in September. We are recruiting for four staff positions currently. We have further work for our Year R and Year 6 transitions. We have no government details on what education in September is going to look like, but have much work to do in the next five weeks to plan and prepare as this work has to be done before we break up for a much needed holiday.
This week…
Bubble 1 (a.k.a. The Tiger Bubble) have been building amazing bridges in their science work linked to the Three Billy Goats Gruff.
Bubble 2 (a.k.a.The Lego Jaguars) have been doing a great job of retelling their own stories of the three Billy Goats Gruff.
Bubble 3 (a.k.a. G.O.A.T. Greatest of all Time) have been doing fantastic writing, 'weaving dreams in a jar'
Bubble 4 (a.k.a. Bubble Wrap) have all worked hard and have discovered LOTS of new number patterns.
Bubble 5 (a.k.a. Best Bubble) have really enjoyed the history work this week around British Values. They particularly liked designing their own stamps with the Queen's head on them.
Bubble 6 (a.k.a. Bubble Gum) have settled well into the new routines and expectations of being back at school – well done to all the Year 1 children who came back this week with such a great attitude.
Year 2 Virtual School - Miss Hand says "it has been really pleasing to see so many Year 2 children embracing learning on Seesaw and telling me about their day to day activities. Year 2 has impressed me with the amount of writing they have produced in our reading and writing units of work! Thank you for making me smile."
Year 3 Virtual School - Miss Hand says "Year 3 impressed me with their response to last week's photography art challenge. I saw lots of photographs uploaded, that documented and commented on animals and their behaviours in their natural habitat. We have lots of talented zoologists and photographers!"
Year 4 Virtual School - Mrs Scott-Bromley set an English task to practice and perform a piece and got a whole range of Oscar worthy performances!
Year 5 Virtual School - Mrs Scott-Bromley says she has learnt an awful lot from your animal adaptions work this week.
Year 6 Virtual School – Mrs Miffling and Mrs Rushin think the Year 6 photos for the Art challenge have been excellent. Lots of quirky and creative ideas to capture 'Nature' which they have really enjoyed viewing (Mrs Scott-Bromley and Mrs Drew are planning a virtual gallery as we speak).
Mrs Siers and Gillie say they think all the fabulous parents they have been ringing are doing an amazing job. Keep it up everyone and get those countdown calendars at the ready as you are now on the home stretch to the summer holidays!
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…those who have kindly donated towards soap, paper towels and resources for the children in school. We are using A LOT! If you would like to make a contribution, please do so through the Summer Term Voluntary Donation item on www.scopay.com
…those who have donated to school via the PTFA charity links with AmazonSmile and Easyfundraising. We love getting 'feel-good' messages from the online orders we place and we would love it if you would sign up too. It only takes a few moments to sign up, our PTFA gets a donation every time you buy something and it doesn't cost you a penny! Sign up here
None of us would leave brushing our teeth until we got a cavity as it is a pre-emptive action, but many people assume that mental health support is only for when we feel at our lowest. Throughout this difficult time many of us have had to draw deeply on our reserves and most of us have struggled, felt angry or lashed out with blame at times. We would like to propose that every parent has a look at these resources – just in case they might be helpful today OR in the future. Think of it as brushing your teeth!
Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS)
School Nurse – please also see the Family Well Being Pack which you can download at the foot of this page which contains a wealth of information and links to other helpful pages.
Elkolet - Parenting Support Podcast Channel - aimed at parents and carers of children aged 4 to 16.
DfE advice for parents to support children
DfE handy social story format about well being
The team at Hampshire Outdoor have put together some newsletters, which include some super ideas for outdoor activities and learning. You can find them by clicking here, along with lots of other additional resources for home learning.
The Duchess of Cambridge has launched 'Hold Still', an ambitious community photography project, in collaboration with the National Portrait Gallery, to capture the spirit, the mood, the hopes, the fears and the feelings of the nation as we continue to deal with the Coronavirus outbreak.
Whilst many people's lives are on hold to help protect our helpers and heroes, there are some who are working harder than ever, and others who are enduring the upheaval of hardship and loss.
Spearheaded by The Duchess, Patron of the National Portrait Gallery, Hold Still will create a unique photographic portrait of the people of our nation as we hold still for the good of others, and celebrate those who have continued so we can stay safe.
The Duchess and the National Portrait Gallery are inviting people from across the UK to submit a photographic portrait which they have taken during these extraordinary times. Participants are also encouraged to provide a short written submission to outline the experiences and emotions of those depicted in their photograph. The project will focus on three core themes:
• Helpers and Heroes
• Your New Normal
• Acts of Kindness
Completely free and open to all ages and abilities, Hold Still will serve to allow the nation to capture a snapshot of the UK at this time, creating a collective portrait of lockdown which will reflect resilience and bravery, humour and sadness, creativity and kindness, and human tragedy and hope. It will also act as a reminder of the significance of human connection in times of adversity, and that although we were physically apart, as a community and nation, we all faced and rose to the challenge together.
On the launch of Hold Still, The Duchess said: "We've all been struck by some of the incredible images we've seen which have given us an insight into the experiences and stories of people across the country. Some desperately sad images showing the human tragedy of this pandemic and other uplifting pictures showing people coming together to support those more vulnerable. Hold Still aims to capture a portrait of the nation, the spirit of the nation, what everyone is going through at this time. Photographs reflecting resilience, bravery, kindness – all those things that people are experiencing."
What to do:
Submissions for Hold Still can be made via: www.npg.org.uk and copied to email@example.com. The closing date is 18 June, 2020.
One hundred shortlisted portraits will then feature in a gallery without walls – a one of a kind digital exhibition open to all. A selection of images will also be shown across the UK later in the year. The images can be captured on phones or cameras and each image will be assessed on the emotion and experience it conveys rather than its photographic quality or technical expertise.
For 164 years, the National Portrait Gallery has existed to tell the stories of the people of Great Britain through the medium of portraits. In these unprecedented times, it is now more important than ever that we find ways to document and share our individual and collective stories of an experience which has impacted everybody's lives in a multitude of ways.
All entries sent will be displayed on a special Hold Still (Hampshire) – Art Moodle site. (Please also copy your entries to firstname.lastname@example.com and we will forward your entry to the Hampshire art exhibition)
Speaking about Hold Still, Nicholas Cullinan, Director of the National Portrait Gallery London, said,
"Even if we are alone, we can all create something together. We are honoured to partner with The Duchess of Cambridge on the Hold Still project, which will provide an inclusive perspective on, and an important historical record of, these unprecedented times, expressed through the faces of the nation. The National Portrait Gallery reflects the history of Britain through the personal stories of the people who have helped to shape it. We are now inviting each and every person, across every city, town, village and home in the UK, to share their portraits with us in this unique collective endeavour."
The Duchess has a longstanding interest in photography and its power to capture emotions and stories. In January 2020, Her Royal Highness took photographs of two Holocaust survivors with their grandchildren as part of the commemorations for the 75th anniversary of the end of the Holocaust.
Her Royal Highness has been Patron of the National Portrait Gallery since 2012.


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London Air Travel » Malaysian Airlines »
In the three weeks that have passed since the disappearance of Malaysia Airlines flight MH370 much of the media coverage has been of highly variable quality.
With so few facts but insatiable demand from audiences (CNN in North America has doubled its audience in its main demographic by devoting near blanket coverage to the story), news organisations have had to rely heavily on speculation and guess work.
Other low-lights include Kay Burley of Sky News running up a downward moving escalator to chase a grieving relative removed from a press conference.
Monocle 24, the online audio service of Monocle magazine has produced a special edition of its weekly "The Foreign Desk" programme, presented by Steve Bloomfield.
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Much has been made of the agreement signed by Moscow and Beijing to get gas flowing from western Siberia to China. There is talk of Russia using the deal to offset its isolation from the west and circumventing the sanctions imposed over the Ukraine crisis.
But this deal is a preliminary gas-supply agreement that's been a long time in the making. It is not something that has suddenly come about since falling out with the West over the Ukraine crisis, nor can Russia simply offset sales to Europe with sales to China.
Just as Russia's state symbol depicts a double-headed eagle that looks both west and east, so its energy strategy has long sought to develop an eastern pivot to create new markets in Asia to balance trade with Europe. The Russian government's energy strategy predicts a substantial eastern swing over coming decades, with the share of oil exports going to the Asia-Pacific region rising from 12% now to 23% in 2035, and gas imports increasing from 6% today to 31.5% by 2035.
Looking eastward
Russia's plans to develop gas exports to Asia are enshrined in Gazprom's 2007 Eastern Gas Programme. Granted, little progress was made until the US$400 billion pact reached in May 2014, but these long-held plans underwrote the process. An agreement was made to deliver gas from new fields in eastern Siberia and the Far East to northeast China, a region not currently reached by imports of liquefied natural gas (LNG).
But this is not without its problems. Gazprom's programme also envisages continuing the pipeline to deliver gas to a planned LNG plant at Vladivostok. This extension, however, is now looking doubtful because of the impact of Western sanctions on potential investors and buyers and the prospect of a second deal to deliver a further 30 billion cubic metres (bcm) of pipeline gas from fields in western Siberia via the so-called western or Altai route. There are also ongoing misunderstandings over who is paying for the costs of developing the pipeline, even though Gazprom has started building it.
In terms of the second deal that has just been celebrated at the APEC summit, this is a preliminary arrangement – really an agreement to agree on a firm contract down the line. The Russian government expects to firm up the all-important details in the first half of next year. The final price has yet to be agreed, but China will want a lower one than initially agreed, as the imported gas will have to travel some distance within China to find centres of demand.
It has taken a decade of negotiations to get to the stage where Russia appears to be in the position to seal the deal on the export of 68 bcm. The feed gas for the second pipeline will come from West Siberia and will be easier to develop than the new production for the eastern route. Taken together, the two deals will make China by far the most significant importer of Russian gas, surpassing Germany, which is currently the most important market, bringing in just under 40 bcm in 2013.
In the context of current events in Ukraine and Europe's determination to limit its future dependence on Russian gas imports, it is easy to see the current deals as a movement away from Europe to Asia. But this is a rather simplistic interpretation when this eastern pivot has long been a goal of Russian energy strategy.
Europe is still crucial
Despite this eastern pivot, Gazprom will not want to see a significant decline in its gas exports to Europe. According to Gazprom's financial report, in 2013 exports to Europe accounted for 58% of its revenue. It is true that Gazprom has been losing market share in Europe, but it has been increasingly flexible and sales rebounded in 2013.
So, even before the crisis in Ukraine began, it was clear that Europe doesn't present a growth opportunity for Gazprom. European gas demand is stagnant at best and likely to decline in the face of aggressive climate change policies and growing concerns about security of supply.
That said, European companies remain contractually committed to importing gas from Russia. This is pointed out by the the Oxford Institute for Energy Studies in a recent study. It shows that "up to the mid-2020s, European companies are contractually obliged to import at least 115 bcm/year of Russian gas (approximately 75% of the 2013 import level), a figure which reduces to around 65 bcm by 2030". Their modelling also suggests that Europe may need as much as 100 bcm of Russian gas into the 2030s.
The final factor to consider is the profitability of these new deals to Gazprom and the Russian state. Most commentators suggest that the price agreed, particularly if oil prices remain low, will only provide a modest return. This means that maintaining revenues from European exports will remain important for Gazprom's balance sheet and the government's coffers; especially as income from oil exports is likely to start to fall in the 2020s.
Future growth
Given that all energy projections show that future demand will be concentrated in the Asia Pacific region, it is no surprise that Russia, along everyone in the global LNG industry, sees the region as the locus of future demand growth.
Just how much gas China will consume in the future and how much will be imported remains uncertain. China has already secured significant pipeline imports from Central Asia and Myanmar and has rapidly expanded its LNG import capacity. It also has ambitious, but so far frustrated, plans to develop its substantial shale gas reserves. Russian pipeline exports will not scale up until the early 2020s, but they will potentially impact on China's appetite for additional LNG supplies now and may serve to establish a benchmark price for new gas supplies in China.
There is no doubting the strategic significance of Russia being able to demonstrate its ability to reorient energy exports away from Europe to new markets in Asia. But these deals have been a long time in the making and some important issues still remain unresolved. Putin would like to be able to threaten to divert Europe's gas to Asia, but the reality is that Russia needs to swing both ways and cannot afford to turn its back on Europe.


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New York Red Bulls vs. Vancouver Whitecaps | Champions League QFs, 1st Leg – MLS
Major League Soccer will be guaranteed a spot in the CONCACAF Champions League semifinals when the Vancouver Whitecaps and New York Red Bulls clash in a home-and-home series which starts at Red Bull Arena on Wednesday and wraps up at BC Place in Vancouver on Thursday, March 2. It's the first time either club has advanced this far in the continental tournament.
Preview: 'Caps kick off 2017 season Wednesday at Red Bull Arena – Whitecaps FC
"As a player you want to be a part of the club's history," Whitecaps FC goalkeeper David Ousted told reporters. "I think we all really enjoy being here. We all love this club. I think being a part of its history in that way would be huge as a player. For a team, this is a chance to get our season started in the right way."
CCL Preview: Underprepared Red Bulls Host Vancouver – Empire of Soccer
The preseason is all but over and an underprepared New York Red Bulls, in the words of Coach Jesse Marsch, will host the Vancouver Whitecaps in the first leg of their knockout stage series in the CONCACAF Champions League on Wednesday night. It will be the teams' first meaningful and competitive game in 2017.
Sneak Peek: 'Caps short-handed for CCL match – Soccer America
The Vancouver Whitecaps will be without their two big offseason acquisitions — Yordy Reyna and Fredy Montero — when they open play Wednesday against the New York Red Bulls in the Concacaf Champions League. But they aren't the only injury concerns on the eve of the 2017 MLS season.
Vancouver Whitecaps aim for good result in Champions League curtain-raiser – MLS
With both clubs still very much in preseason form, the timing of Wednesday's CONCACAF Champions League quarterfinal between the New York Red Bulls and the Vancouver Whitecaps (5 pm PT; UDN/Live on CONCACAF's Facebook page) is far from ideal for either side.
CONCACAF Champions League may induce apathy amongst many North American fans and media, but the players understand its importance – AFTN
North American football fans love the Champions League. As long as it comes with a European accent. The one played in their own back yard, not so much.
Dear Nahla: A heartfelt retirement letter from Pa-Modou Kah to his daughter – Whitecaps FC
"You never know when the day will come. How old you will be or if you are ready. I can tell you, you are never ready to retire from football. But because of you, my daughter, I can look back with a feeling of fulfilment and look forward to a new chapter. You are my greatest accomplishment and my biggest dream was to walk on the pitch with you. I got to do that, and for that I will forever be thankful. "
Back in MLS, Fredy Montero ready for pressure of being Whitecaps' go-to scorer – SBI
"Obviously I was looking forward to getting another opportunity to come back to MLS," Montero told reporters on Sunday. "Vancouver did everything possible to get to my contract, and they picked my option, and I'm just very happy to stay here."
Tim Parker aims for bigger Whitecaps role, return to USMNT – SN
Going into his third MLS season, Tim Parker can no longer be considered a neophyte.
MLS Moves: TFC goes with TAM to sign ex-Barca midfielder – Soccer America
TFC has used Targeted Allocation Money to sign Victor Vazquez, a product of the Barcelona academy who comes to MLS from Cruz Azul, for which he scored one goal and registered one assist in 23 appearances.
Victor Vazquez signing is proof Toronto FC know their time is now – Waking the Red
Before the dust of the MLS Cup final had settled, there was a clear belief around Toronto FC that a new attacking midfielder would be the most significant item on the club's winter shopping list.
Oyongo back at Impact camp after Africa Cup of Nations win – Sportsnet
It's been a whirlwind two weeks for Montreal Impact fullback Ambroise Oyongo since helping Cameroon beat Egypt and win the Africa Cup of Nations.
Primed and ready – Seattle Sounders looking to start and stay strong in 2017 – SN
For the 2016 MLS Cup champion Seattle Sounders, nothing came easy.
Brian Schmetzer and the burden of repeating the Sounders' MLS Cup win – The Guardian
The Seattle Sounders coach won the team's first ever title within six months of taking charge. So how does he follow up an extraordinary first season?
SBI MLS Season Preview: Portland Timbers – SBI
The Portland Timbers entered the 2016 season on top of the world. They had just captured an MLS Cup championship, and a majority of the team's starters returned as they moved into their title defense. They felt confident that, if things went to plan, they'd contend once again.
Can Atlanta compete right away? United taking high risk, high reward approach – Four Four Two
It can take up to three years for an MLS expansion team to truly compete. Atlanta United hopes to change that.
NYCFC Signs Awuah – Empire of Soccer
New York City FC announced the signing of draft pick Kwame Awuah on Monday. Awuah, a 21-year-old Canadian, was the 16th pick over all in the first round of the 2017 MLS draft. Awuah will take up a domestic roster spot because he is part of Generation Adidas Canada initiative as he awaits his P1 visa and international transfer certificate (ITC).
Buying and selling: Why it's time for MLS to recalibrate it's approach – Four Four Two
If MLS is going to progress, it needs to start selling more players to earn respect in the global market.
FC Dallas' "Homegrown" Reputation Doesn't Tell the Whole Story – Sportsday
Almost from the moment Oscar Pareja took the head coaching reins in 2014, the go-to narrative for almost any national media coverage of FC Dallas centers on the club's propensity for signing "homegrown" players from its prolific academy.
Houston Dynamo: 2017 Season Preview – MLS Multiplex
The 2017 MLS season is one where many Dynamo fans don't know what to expect. After a dismal 2016 campaign, Coach Wilmer Cabrera is looking to turn things around with a lot of new faces in orange. Here is a look at all the transfers, offseason stories, and 2017 predictions.
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Highlanders hope off-season shopping brings more wins – Times Colonist
Coach Dave Dew and GM Marvin Diercks of the Victoria Highlanders realize it is young, yet fast, company they keep in the United Soccer League's Premier Development League.
Becoming a BC Soccer Referee – BCSA
Whether you are an experienced referee new to British Columbia or if you are new to the discipline of refereeing BC Soccer Assoc. has a clinic and a pathway for you. The minimum age to become a referee is 12 years old (small sided) and 14 years old (11-a-side). Please enjoy the short video showcasing some Referee programs that BC Soccer offers and continue below for more on how to become a referee in BC!
TSS FC Rovers Open Tryouts – TSS Rovers
Vancouver's newest team, TSS FC Rovers, is looking for Canada's best up and coming players to play for their first squad in 2017. If you are a Canadian citizen or landed immigrant, could possibly play for our national team one day, and meet the age requirment of 23 and under, we want to see you play!
To our Readers: A Choice – BC Soccer Web
Soccer has brought us to the United States many times. It's a great place with decent people. We especially look forward to our Cascadia trips to Seattle and Portland. They're incredible cities with wonderful supporters. That's why it was so disheartening to see chaos and fear take hold in the airports and borders of our neighbours to the south.
FVSL All-Stars to face WFC2 in March – BC Soccer Web
January snow and ice in the Lower Mainland put the brakes on the annual clash between the Fraser Valley Soccer League All-Stars and the best from the VISL this year. That hasn't stopped the FVSL from planning an ambitious All-Star series in March.
BC Soccer Assoc. is Now Accepting 2016-2017 Awards Nominations – BCSA
We are pleased to inform everyone that BC soccer Assoc. is currently accepting Awards nominations until the submission deadline date of March 31, 2017. Selection of the award recipients is based on many factors including the individual's commitment, community involvement and willingness to give back to the game. This year any BC Soccer Assoc. member and their affiliate clubs may submit a nomination.
2017 BC Soccer Assoc. is accepting candidates for its Board of Directors – BCSA
BC Soccer Assoc. is accepting candidates for its Board of Directors for terms commencing June, 2017 (following the BC Soccer Annual General Meeting).
Victoria Highlanders 2017 Season Passes now on sale – Highlanders FC
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PHOTOS: CANADA WEST WOMENS FINAL, UBC 3, TWU 0, NOVEMBER 6, 2016 – BC Soccer Web
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VMSL PHOTOS: Richmond FC Hibs 1, ICSF Columbus FC 0, November 5, 2016 – BC Soccer Web
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MWSL PHOTOS: Van United Primas 0, Fraser Valley Action 2, October 30, 2016 – BC Soccer Web
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2016 BC Soccer Provincial Cup Photo Galleries – BC Soccer Web
Westhills Stadium & Goudy Park in Langford hosted the 2016 BC Soccer Adult Provincial Cup Finals. It was a thrilling weekend of soccer on Vancouver Island that saw seven champions crowned. Richmond FC & Surrey Pegasus qualified for the National Championships this Fall in St. John's, Newfoundland. Both Coquitlam Metro-Ford Masters & Classics sides qualified for the Western Canadian Masters Championships in Winnipeg, Manitoba. In all, it was a clean sweep for teams from the VMSL & MWSL. Monique Lamoureux & Bill Currie from BC Soccer Web were on location that weekend, capturing the all the action.
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Do you have Achilles pain? Interested in free Physiotherapy? If yes, join our clinical trial to look at the effectiveness of intramuscular stimulation (IMS), a form of acupuncture therapy, in treating Achilles tendon pain.
The BC Soccer Web Guide to Empire Field – BC Soccer Web
Empire Fields and Plateau Sports Park is the lofty and formal name given to Vancouver's newest addition to the soccer scene. Yet, anyone who's ever kicked or carried both kinds of footballs around these parts knows the place by heart.
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Canada fails to qualify for FIFA under-20 World Cup – Sportsnet
Canada will have to wait for another chance to compete in the FIFA under-20 World Cup.
Mexico advance and eliminate Canada at CONCACAF Under-20 Championship – MLS
Canada still have one game left in the CONCACAF Under-20 Championship. But it won't mean much as the Canadians were eliminated from the competition on Monday night following a 5-0 loss to Mexico at the Estadio Nacional in San Jose, Costa Rica.
Mexico goes big, Canada goes home – the11.ca
With another early exit from a CONCACAF U-20 Championship, Canada's program-record absence from the FIFA U-20 World Cup now extends to 12 years.
Canadian women's team to play Costa Rica in Winnipeg, Toronto – Sportsnet
Canada's women's soccer team will host Costa Rica in a pair of June friendlies in Winnipeg and Toronto.
Jankovic leads Canada over Barbados at CONCACAF Beach Soccer Championship – Metro
Marc Jankovic scored four goals as Canada opened the CONCACAF Beach Soccer Championship with a 6-4 win over Barbados on Monday.
Canada Soccer invites 59 young players into National EXCEL 14-17 identification camps – CSA
In it's pursuit of great Canadian soccer talent, Canada Soccer has invited 59 young players to attend both East and West identification camps for the National EXCEL program.
Canada Soccer holds positive Boys' U-15 identification camps in east – CSA
The first two of three regional Boys' U-15 identification camps have wrapped up in Vaughan and Montréal, with the third camp scheduled next month in Burnaby. The three U-15 camps are part of an extensive Men's EXCEL Program that looks to identify exceptional players at an earlier age and ensure that they are supported through a competitive environment.
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Whitecaps FC appoint Rich Fagan as WFC2 head coach – Whitecaps FC
Vancouver Whitecaps FC announced on Monday the appointment of Rich Fagan as Whitecaps FC 2 (WFC2) head coach prior to the club's third season in the USL. Fagan becomes the second head coach in team history after most recently coaching the Whitecaps FC U-18 Residency team. Assistant coach Steve Meadley and goalkeeper coach Raegyn Hall also return as part of the coaching staff.
Vancouver Whitecaps Name USL Squad Head Coach – Eighty-Six Forever
Well, the biggest problem in Vancouver Whitecaps land is no longer no coach for their USL squad Vancouver Whitecaps II (commonly referred to as ThunderCaps). 48 hours after we wrote that despite the USL season set to kick-off in one month's time, the ThunderCaps were without a head coach, the Whitecaps announced that Rich Fagan would lead the team this season.
Portillo's Love of Game Rekindled through Recovery – USL
The manner in which his 2016 season ended was abrupt, diagnosed with acute appendicitis shortly before the Battery embarked on their sixth consecutive trip to the USL Cup Playoffs. What followed was a challenging recovery process to get ready for the first big test of the preseason against Seattle Sounders FC, and the journey has given the 24-year-old an even stronger feeling of connection to the game.
For Cosmos' Savarese, a 'Most Difficult Moment' – Empire of Soccer
No parades. No celebration. Last November the New York Cosmos won their second straight North American Soccer League championship, the club's third in four years. And then. …
How Rocco Commisso saved New York Cosmos from being 'shut down' – The Telegraph
Rocco Commisso has had plenty of chances to get involved in professional soccer in his time: in Italy, England, Major League Soccer – even the New York Cosmos four years ago.
Energetic Crowd Boosts 1868 FC at Inaugural Contest – USL
The San Jose Earthquakes may have been the winners on the field, but Reno 1868 FC's inaugural contest on Saturday made the USL expansion club a winner as well as more than 6,200 fans packed into Greater Nevada Field to see the club begin its preparations for its first season.
Matildas target a gold medal at Tokyo Olympics as part of ambitious plan to overhaul game – Fox Sports
Underpinned by the "60 @ 60" strategy, the blueprint ambitiously targets contracting 60 Australian players on a minimum of $60,000 for the next four years to create a talent pool capable of international success.
Grassroots to Greatness – SBS
The PFA's proposal to make the W-League one of (if not the most) professional league in the world might seem ambitious, but it's exactly what women's football in Australia needs to fulfill its potential.
All four SheBelieves Cup rosters released – The Equalizer
The second annual SheBelieves Cup is quickly approaching, and as kick off nears, all four squads have finally unveiled their rosters. While the United States and Germany's released their SheBelieves Cup rosters over the course of the past two weeks, France and England just announced their squads this morning.
Soccer star Lauren Holiday opens up about brain tumor health scare while pregnant – Yahoo Sports
Retired U.S. women's soccer player Lauren Holiday took to social media over the weekend to open up about her life as a new mother and the obstacles she faced upon learning she had a benign brain tumor while six months pregnant.
Fiorentina Women's FC close in on 15th consecutive win – Violanation
It's like being a Juventus fan, but you know? Better.
Frauen-Bundesliga Matchday 12 review: Little wiggle room at the bottom – Vavel
After two months away the Frauen-Bundesliga finally returned from its winter slumber this month, Frankfurt and Wolfsburg the biggest movers as the bottom teams scrapped two draws in the twelfth match week.
SWPL Cup – 1st Round round-up – Scottish WPL
A two-minute double from Ashley Carse saw SWPL 2 side Hearts knockout SWPL 1 Hamilton Academical 3-0. After a goalless first half where neither side managed to test the opposition goalkeeper, the game changed in the 57th minute when a defensive mix-up presented Ashley Carse with an empty goal to score into. The next minute, Carse won a penalty which she converted to double Hearts' lead.
Chan flying the flag for female coaches – FIFA
Wednesday 22 February 2017 will be a special day for the Asian Football Confederation (the organisers of the AFC Champions League), reigning Hong Kong champions Eastern Long Lions and their coach Chan Yuen Ting. It is a day that will see Eastern make their first appearance in the prestigious continental competition since it was revamped, having taken part in it 20 years ago, while for her part, Chan Yuen will become the first woman to coach a men's team in a continental club tournament.
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Man City's chance to overturn fan distrust of the Champions League – ESPN FC
To suggest that Manchester City and their supporters have a love-hate relationship with the Champions League would perhaps be pushing it too far. Quite simply, there is precious little love for the competition in the blue half of Manchester and it will take more than the visit of AS Monaco on Tuesday to change that.
Leicester must put poor domestic form aside and give it a real go vs. Sevilla – ESPN FC
Leicester City embark on one of the biggest games in their 133-year history when they travel to Sevilla in the last 16 of the Champions League, but the Foxes won't necessarily enjoy the occasion. The fearless Foxes of last season are suddenly looking forlorn and flirting with relegation.
Nice lose Pléa for rest of season – Ligue 1
OGC Nice's title hopes have been dealt a huge blow after leading scorer Alassane Pléa was ruled out for the rest of the season with a knee injury.
What we learned from La Liga Week 23 – Football Espana
The La Liga leaders dominated from start to finish on Saturday afternoon against Espanyol, yet it took quite some time for them to seal the three points, even requiring Gareth Bale to come off the bench and add the decisive second goal upon his return from injury.
How much trouble is Neymar facing in his transfer corruption case? – Fox Sports
On Monday, the Spanish High Court ruled that Neymar, along with his mother, Nadine Goncalves, the Neymar family company N&N, FC Barcelona and the Brazilian club Santos FC will stand trial accused of swindling DIS Esporte, a Brazilian investment group.
Red cards could prevent Balotelli from rejoining Italy squad – Sportsnet
Mario Balotelli's chances of returning to Italy's national team have not been helped by three red cards in the French league.
Heading footballs can injure adolescents' brains as well – The Guardian
Scientists at Purdue University found that when teenage girls head a football regularly there is a risk of low-level brain injuries which – in some cases – lasts for four or five months.
FIFA 17 Video Game Challenges Human Soccer for Audience Share – Americanize Soccer
Last night, while channel flipping during the primetime hours, I came across the FIFA 17 Ultimate Team Championship Series regional final on ESPN2. I found out the promotion with EA Sports has 1.3 million dollars at stake in prize money for the video game winners of FIFA 17. Wow, just what MLS needs, one more soccer competition.
Sutton ready to return to normal after Arsenal and FA Cup circus leaves town – ESPN FC
Last Thursday, the world's media descended upon Gander Green Lane, eager to hear the backstories of the builders, picture framers and fitness instructors who make up the first team. By Tuesday afternoon, the last of them will have left and life will return to normal. And for manager Paul Doswell, normality can't come quickly enough.
Sutton keeper Wayne Shaw leaves club amid investigations over pie-eating stunt – The Guardian
Sutton United have accepted Wayne Shaw's resignation after the Football Association and Gambling Commission confirmed they are investigating the reserve goalkeeper for admitting that he knew a betting company was offering odds of 8-1 against him eating a pie on the bench during the club's 2-0 defeat by Arsenal in the FA Cup.
Barca and Real top home trained players list but Arsenal have most still at the club – Inside World Football
Of the 16 teams left in the knockout rounds the Champions League, 86 of the 384 players registered (16 squads of 24 players) graduated to the first team via the academy of that club. However, 26 of those players were playing for different clubs than those that trained them.
Derby fan Ed Wood breaks world record time for visiting every league ground – BBC Sport
Completing 'the 93' is something that often takes even the most die-hard of fans years to complete. But one supporter has managed to visit every Football League stadium in England in just over six months.


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A new month can mean one thing…best sites time! And boy do I have some stonkers in the bag this month. So lets get down to business.
We start with a new personal favourite of mine. The typography, layout and particle animations on Trivalent make me wish I designed this. This design is right up my street. Stand out design features have to be the big bold use of Avenir - by far one of the nicest typefaces out there, the a-symetrical tiled navigation and the layout of the content that follows this same a-symmetrical theme. I really wish I had designed this!
A talking point keeps cropping up in the studio around headings and overlapping them over other bits of content. We all agree that it looks great, helping join / relate body content with its heading, and also gives a sense of depth and layering. Clients however seem to think its a mistake! Every time we have included it in a design, it has been shot down. So because of this reason I feel the need to show you all that is it NOT a mistake our designs but is intentionally positioned like that, and we are not the only ones making this 'mistake'.
Another similar example of overlapping headings in recent designs is on Native Swinson. The introductory animation of the logo creates a looping effect so when the text pushes partially off canvas, it loops back on the left hand side - allowing for a negative space to showcase their beautiful illustrations. This typographic theme is carried out across the whole site. I love the transition between pages on this site too.
Now for something a bit experimental - Printed By Somerset is a one of a kind! This site is basically one big interactive paper-based gif. Everything you click reveals a cheeky stop-motion animation to reveal further information. The highlight being the 'tear-off' mobile site at the very bottom of the page. This thing is too cool for school.
We are always on the lookout for fresh and unusual animations to 'borrow inspiration from' whether it's ways of animations the burger icon, the hover and active states of inputs amongst other things. The personal portfolio of Xavier Bourdil caught my eye a few days ago with its fixed side nav. Hovering on a link reveals a snippet of the visual content related to that page. Works a treat. There's also a rather unusual animation across sections of the text creating an imperfect, glitchy effect. Not for everyone, but definitely for me. He has some lovely work too so go check it out!
Lastly for this month is Plane Site. Please please please go and view this site. It is a beautiful example of parallax animation. They have utilised some serious SVG animations using the CSS Transform tool for all its worth.
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I WAS NINE YEARS OLD in 1927 when I happened to be walking along N. 42nd Street near Woodlawn Ave. and passed a man in the other direction. It looks like Lindbergh is going to make it, he said, seemingly to no one in particular. I looked around, expecting his remark was intended for someone else. But there was no one else ‹ I guess he was talking to me.
He was, of course, referring to Charles A. Lindbergh, who at that moment was flying over the Atlantic Ocean, from New York to Paris, hoping to be the first pilot to cross the Atlantic solo. His plane, The Spirit of St. Louis, built by Ryan Airlines, was a single-engine monoplane, top speed 125 miles per hour.
Will Rogers, Americaąs favorite humorist of the day, wrote in his nationally syndicated column that day: A slim, tall, bashful smiling American boy is somewhere out over the Atlantic Ocean where no human being has ever ventured before. If Lindbergh is lost it will be the most universally regretted single loss we ever had. But that kid ainąt going to fail. And he didnąt. By the time Lindbergh landed 33 hours and 29 minutes later, he had become the worldąs most famous pilot, and his plane the worldąs most famous airplane.
Four months later, at the publicąs demand, Lindy toured the country, including a stop at Seattle, landing at Sand Point airfield, now Magnuson Park and home of NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Several hours later he addressed 30,000 people in the University of Washington stadium. My dad and I would have liked to go to the stadium but Dad had no car, nor knew how to drive, so we heard Lindy speak on the radio. As our only radio at home was a tubeless crystal set with headphones, we walked up to Ralph Krowsą radio store on N. 45th and listened to the Lone Eagle make his address on a REAL radio, a 6-tube Crosley Neutrodyne, retail price $111.50.
In reporting the event a reporter for the old Seattle Star (Seattleąs third daily newspaper) eloquently wrote:
The powerful purr of the Wright Whirlwind motor which carried Lindy across the Atlantic, has reechoed from the stately trees that border the field and resounded in the Army and Navy hangars. A light rain was falling at Sand Point Tuesday afternoon as 5,000 people gathered there for his arrival.
And then Lindbergh appeared, swooping down out of the heavens from behind the hangars. Lindy appeared as if by magic. No one had seen him come in as all had expected him to appear from the East. He came from the West.
Boats in the harbor tied down their whistles. Automobiles sounded their horns. The crowd cheered wildly as Lindbergh swooped his plane down over the length of the field. A salute gun on one of the Naval boats in the harbor boomed forth a 21-gun salute. High in the air Lindy zoomed again, circled over the lake, then he drifted down lazily in sharp spirals and straightened up out over the field.
This time he flew at an altitude of not more than 20 feet, his engine idling until he reached the far end of the field.
Then the exhaust roared and he climbed straight up, missing the tree tops by feet. Again he circled and flew back over the field. The plane skimmed the boat tops, slid over the top of the field with one wing dipping, looking like the wing would hook for a moment. But the plane leveled out and landed evenly without a bump.
Lindbergh had arrived.
Taxiing to the hangar, he drove the plane under cover before shutting off the motor. A double line of Marines and National Guardsmen held the crowd back off the field. A red-haired sailor announced Lindberghąs arrival and led the cheering with Mayor Bertha K. Landes and other dignitaries joining in the welcome.
Lindy then went aboard the yacht Alarwee tied up in the lake and washed up and appeared at 3 p.m. for his stadium reception, still wearing his leather coat. He didnąt speak about his own achievements, but advised: Build airports if you wish to become a part of the great chain of airways that will come within the next decade.
The airplane now, he added, is in the position the automobile was a few years ago. The automobile did not enjoy universal use until hard-surfaced roads were provided. The airplane cannot become thoroughly practical until airports are established everywhere.
LINDBERGH, however, wasnąt the only famous pioneer aviator to take off and land at Sand Point. There were the eight Army Air Corps men in four Douglas biplanes, first to fly around the world in 1924; and Wiley Post, first to fly twice around the world (once with Harold Gatty) in 1931, and again to solo around the world in 1933.
The Army men flew in open cockpit Douglas planes, returning to Sand Point Sept. 28, 1924, where they were welcomed by some 40,000 people. A World Flight Monument commemorates the feat, located at the NE 75th entrance to the park.
Post and Gatty made their around-the-world trip in eight days in a single engine plane, besting the previous record of 21 days by the dirigible Graf Zeppelin in 1929.
IN THOSE EARLY DAYS of Sand Point, pilots took off in the summertime on a dusty airstrip that was little more than a trail through the woods. Rain made it so muddy that the planes eventually were mounted with pontoons and flown from the lake. When they experimented by planting grass seed on the runway so many wild ducks took over the field a sentry had to be posted there with a shotgun to prevent damage to landing airplanes. (Sounds familiar, but these days itąs Canadian Geese rather than Wild Ducks.) Naval cadets were quartered in a former chicken house, and the Supply Officerąs office was in a former farmhouse kitchen.
Sand Point was originally known as Carkeek Park, the land given to the City in 1918 by the Morgan Carkeek family. Morgan Carkeek, a Seattle pioneer had acquired the property in the 1860s. Settlers and Native Americans had co-existed there until the turn of the century. Carkeek consented to receiving $25,000 as compensation for the park, immediately donating that sum to the City, to hold in trust for the purpose of finding another park equal to or better than the old one.
Eventually the Carkeek name was applied to a newly acquired park area on Puget Sound north of Golden Gardens. In the early 1920s the Sand Point property was transferred to the federal government for a Naval Air Station, which it remained until its closure in the 1970s.
Since then the National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) acquired a large portion, 100 acres, with the remaining 196 acres converted into Warren G. Magnuson Park, and citizens began devising various uses and future plans for its development.
WILL ROGERS in 1935 noted in his column that he had never been to Alaska. Iąm crazy to go there sometime, he said. That opportunity soon came when Wiley Post planned to fly there and invited Rogers to come along. From Seattleąs Sand Point Naval Station, Rogers wrote: Iąm off on a little sightseeing trip with Wiley Post. From Juneau, he wired: Well, that was some trip. Talk about navigating! This old Wiley turns up in the right alley everytime. Nothing is more beautiful than this inland passage to Alaska.
Their flight across the Brooks Mountains was over a wilderness of peaks, ice, and fog. In the afternoon, Wiley set the pontooned seaplane down on a lagoon. There he learned from an Eskimo that he was only 15 miles from Barrow. Taxiing back out, the plane raced free from the water and began a climbing turn. But the takeoff turned out to be its last.
It crashed, killing both men.
Soon the nation mourned the pair Will Rogers, the simple man of the people, the philosopher of the American Dream, the best loved American of his time; and pilot Wiley Post, the first man to fly twice around the world.
My Dad, Orrill V. Stapp, who editorialized in the Outlook, wrote: The successful flight of Col. Lindbergh has served to direct attention more than ever before to the great and immediate future of air transportation. Seattle is being thoroughly aroused to take definite action. He hoped it would be by the Port Commission, rather than the City or County.
And my brother, Art, in several of his Free Air columns in the Outlook, noted: 1. Lindbergh won a popularity contest among boys 11 to 16 years old, Lindy receiving 214 votes, Pid Purdy 210, and Moon Mullins 142. (Now who in the heck was Pid Purdy?); 2. A Young Lindberghąs Contest for best-made model airplanes, sponsored by the Seattle P-I, attracted 135 contestants. Among the local winners were Donald B. Davis 13, and Paul Ytterdal 9; 3. Yes, Lindberghąs plane did have a few loose connections. But they tightened up flying over Scotland; 4. 30,000 Seattleites drove their cars to the Stadium to see Lindy. Parking the car was a good bit of practice in view of the approaching football season. (The Good Old Days werenąt all that good, after all!)
As for the rest of the Stappąs familyąs relationship with Sand Point: Brother Milton took photos there; Son Michael Stapp currently works for NOAA; and in the ą70s I printed a publication for the Naval Base.
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With Thanksgiving upon us, the students and staff at P.S. 106 once again took part in our annual can drive. We collected thousands of cans that will go toward helping local families in need. Thanks go out to all who helped make it a success. Pictured below are the three classes who collected the most.
Ms. Oates' Class
Ms. Francis' Class
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From our family to yours, have a happy and healthy Thanksgiving.


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Friday, February 10, 2012
Nuts about BISCOTTI!
For anyone who isn't in the know, biscotti is an Italian twice baked cookie. A long time ago, twice baked items stored much longer and of course non perishable food items were ideal for traveling, during war, etc. I think it is intended for dipping in hot coffee/tea. You stick it in *pinky OUT* let it soften slightly and eat! That of course is my American version of what biscotti is really for. If you like crunching on something only slightly softer than a rock, go forth, crunch loud and crunch proud. That comment only brings up the sound of one of my sisters who I swear can crunch ice cream. Ugh, don't get me going on this. She knows who she is. Watch this is will be one she doesn't read!
I have used a few recipes that were, "ok". Nothing fabulous. I have tried using Splenda, Equal, Sweet and Lo. Nothing worked fabulously. So, I just molded the best parts of several recipes, yea, that didn't work either. So I remolded that into the most basic of a recipe as I could get to work, and WAA-LAAA! Perfect. This is SO basic, you are going to wonder where all the flavor is. That part is up to you! This is kind of like build your own biscotti hour, isn't THAT fun?!? Yea, I know you love it! I will make a whole list of "mix-in" items at the end. So hold on a second, you likely don't even have your coffee made and we all know biscotti is best with coffee, not tea. Blech! I don't like hot tea.
As for the amount it will make, well, I made a double batch and got 44. So, for those of you who have had a really long day, that is 22 for a batch, but I would say 20-24 :)
Here we go folks and yes it is THIS easy.
2 1/4 cups flour
3/4 cup sugar
1 tsp baking powder
2 eggs
6 tbsp melted butter
1-2 tbsp milk (can use cream, half and half, flavored liquid creamer)
1 tbsp of extract (vanilla, almond, mint, lemon, cherry, mocha) those are what I can think of up in the cupboard right now! I used my homemade vanilla extract
1/2 cup sliced almonds
1/4 cup toffee bits
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. In a stand mixer or bowl, combine all the dry ingredients, flour, sugar, baking powder, and any mix-in's, then add the eggs, butter and extract. Turn out unto a cookie sheet lines with parchment paper. Knead together just until it has fully come together. Divide in half and make 2 "logs" approx 1 inch high, 2 inches wide and 10-12 inches long.
Bake for 25 minutes. Remove and as soon as you can handle them, slice them on a diagonal. However thick or thin you like, but you should get 9-11 from each one. Turn them on their side, and bake another 15 minutes, flip them and then back in for an additional 10 minutes. Leaving them in the oven turn oven off and let them sit for 10 or 15 minutes. Remove and cool. Drizzle with chocolate or don't drizzle with anything. Your choice. You can also fully dip one end of the biscotti in chocolate.
Here are a few things that I have used to mix in to my biscotti at some point. Trust me when I tell you I have tried darn near everything!
Nuts-almonds, walnuts, pecans, macadamia nuts, hazelnuts, pistachios
Dried Fruit- strawberries, cranberries, raisins *eew*, bananas, apples, etc...
Chips-chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, mint chips, any kind of chips.
Drizzle with chocolate if you choose. I have also done a drizzle with maple syrup icing which is just powdered sugar and maple syrup.
I hope you enjoy experimenting! The possibilities are endless. Now, get the coffee made, so you can get a fresh biscotti and coffee break in your Friday afternoon!!
Your "still twinging over my sisters crunching habit"chefwannabe
P.S. If you mix NOTHING in with these, other than vanilla or almond extract they are still wonderful!
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You are tempting me with these, Chris! I tried biscotti once and didn't like it - maybe I should try your recipe. :) You are always fun to read, btw lol :)ReplyDelete
It isn't for everyone but you might REALLY like these and they are so simple and easy! IF you don't like them send them to someone else for an early Valentine's Day treat!! Thank you for not only enjoying the blog, but always letting me know, your a peach!ReplyDelete
I really love to visit here. I never leave empty handed. You've created a great spot for your readers to visit and I enjoyed the time I spent here. The biscotti will be moving from your kitchen to mine this weekend. I hope you have a great day. Blessings...MaryReplyDelete
Thank you Mary! I love that you enjoy my blog AND get great recipes! Let me know how these turn out, I can't wait to hear back from you! Enjoy your weekend!ReplyDelete
Delicious! I also drissled them wth creamy honey roasted peanut butter and nutellaReplyDelete


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The most common symptoms of P.A.D. are:
- Leg pain while walking that subsides at rest
- Slow or non-healing wounds or sores on the feet
- Foot ulcers or infections
- Severe leg pain
- Leg cramps when walking
- Ankle swelling, tightness in calves, tired or heavy feeling in legs
- Gangrene
Left untreated, P.A.D. can lead to amputation.


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Need help with your Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 that keeps freezing or getting stuck? This post highlights some helpful tips and applicable walkthroughs. This may be able to help you out. Read on for a more detailed solution.
A smartphone typically gets stuck or frozen due to errant apps or corrupted data. This usually occurs when a faulty update is installed and also when you download files or apps that contain virus and malware. Memory issues like when the device is running low on memory space are also among the triggers. Old devices are prone to this but new devices can also give into a similar issue.
In worst cases, a device may keep on freezing due to a damaged component. Your device might have obtained some sort of physical or liquid damage with random to frequent freezes as the transpiring symptom. Unfortunately for freezing issues attributed by hardware damage, your only way to get it fixed is through hardware repair. However, for the same issue that's inflicted by software errors and glitches, it can still be helped by performing some workarounds.
Before we proceed, if you're looking for a solution to a problem with your phone, try to browse through our troubleshooting pages to see if we support your device. If your phone is in the list of our supported devices, then go to the troubleshooting page and look for similar problems. Feel free to use our solutions and workarounds. Don't worry it's free. But if you still need our help, then fill up our Android issues questionnaire and hit submit to contact us.
How to unfreeze frozen Galaxy A6 2018
The very first and key solution to unfreeze your frozen Galaxy A6 2018 smartphone is a force restart. This is a simulated battery-removal procedure to restart and unfreeze a frozen smartphone with a built-in or non-removable battery. It works the same as a soft reset but done through the physical buttons since the device screen is not responding to touch commands.
Here's how to force restart and unfreeze your frozen Galaxy A6 2018 smartphone:
- Press and hold the Volume Down button and Power button simultaneously for about 10 to 20 seconds or until the Samsung logo shows up on the screen.
- Release both buttons when the Samsung logo appears.
Allow your device to boot up completely. Once it's successfully rebooted, you will need to continue to troubleshoot software errors on your phone and get rid of the culprits. Doing so will prevent your device from getting stuck again. These are the recommended workarounds and generic solutions for you to try on.
First solution: Boot in safe mode and diagnose apps.
Third-party apps are temporarily disabled when your device is in safe mode. This allows you to determine whether or not the problem is attributed to a third-party app.
- With your phone turned on, press the Power button for a few seconds until the Power off menu appears.
- Tap and hold on Power off until Restart in safe mode option appears.
- Tap OK to confirm booting into safe mode.
Your phone will then restart in Safe Mode. You should then see a Safe Mode label at the bottom left corner of the screen.
If your phone doesn't freeze or get stuck while running in safe mode, it's an indication that a third-party app is the trigger. Try to think of which app you've downloaded before your device started to act up. Otherwise, you may have to delete individual apps from your device, starting from your most recent download.
Second solution: Update phone software to the latest version available.
Keeping your device system up-to-date is highly recommended to ensure its optimum performance. Software updates also offer fix patches to get rid of any issues inflicted by software bugs and malware. If you haven't yet updated your Galaxy A6 2018, then you can check for available software update to download and install with these steps:
- Tap Apps from the Home screen.
- Tap Settings.
- Select Software updates. If you don't see this option, tap About Device then go to Software updates.
- If an update is available and you want to install it now, tap on Download updates manually.
Your device must be connected to the Internet through Wi-Fi (preferably) to avoid using up your mobile data allowance. Updates may take some time to install especially those that come in large file size.
Also consider updating your apps. If you haven't set your device or apps to auto-install updates, then you will need to manually install pending app updates from the Play Store. Here's how:
- Open the Play Store app and then click the Menu icon on the top-left corner.
- Tap on My Apps & Games.
- Tap to select the app with pending update.
- Tap on the Update button.
- For multiple app updates, you can select the option to Update All apps at once.
Wait until all apps are finished updating then reboot your phone. Doing so will ensure all new changes are properly applied and refresh the device memory as well.
Third solution: Wipe cache partition and master reset in Android recovery mode.
Wiping cache partition and factory data reset through Android recovery can be considered among the last options to deal with persistent issue on freezing. Doing so will help clear fatal system errors, from major data corruption as well as malware or virus infection. But please note though that you will lose personal information from doing so. Should you wish to continue, back up important files you have to cloud storage or your computer if possible. Then follow these steps to factory reset and wipe cache partition on your Galaxy A6 2018 smartphone via Android recovery:
- With your device powered off, press and hold the Power, Home and Volume Up buttons simultaneously for a few seconds.
- Release the buttons when the Android screen appears and the phone loads in Recovery mode.
- Press the Volume Down button to highlight Wipe data/Factory reset option.
- Then press the Power button to confirm selection.
- Press the Volume Down button again to highlight Wipe cache partition then press the Power button to confirm.
- Wait until the device is finished resetting and wiping cache from the system partition. As soon as the factory data reset and wipe cache partition are completed, the Reboot System Now option is highlighted.
- Press the Power button to reboot your device to apply the recent changes and refresh the operating system.
Allow your device to finish restarting and then use it as you normally do. If it doesn't get frozen or stuck any more, the problem is solved and you're good to go. Otherwise, your phone may have some tangible damage that needs some physical repair.
Other options
If you've reached this part having the same issue on your Galaxy A6 2018, then it's time to consider opting for service. Unfortunately, nothing much can be done on your end to fix it. The symptoms you're dealing with on your phone are most likely attributed to hardware damage and therefore a technician's aid is already needed. In that case, you can take your device to the nearest Samsung service center in your place, or else, contact your carrier for further options and official recommendations.
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Litter Picking may not be the most exciting of topics. In fact, most of us would prefer to avoid the subject all together. The reality is that it cannot be avoided. Unfortunately there are people who appear to be unable to take home their rubbish or place it in bins provided by the council. By rubbish we mean anything they do not want. This ranges from cigarette ends, sweet papers, fast-food containers and wrappings, to damaged clothing, soiled nappies and doggie bags. Never mind the paraphernalia irresponsibly abandoned by drug abusers.
From April to October at 9:30 am on the first Saturday of each month (weather permitting) we meet at Abbey Fields Car Park (by to the church wall) to do a litter pick.
Please use this link to find out more about the dates of our next litter picks.
On our October 2018 Litter Pick we were lucky enough to have Emma Mundy, an Environmental Manager, and her daughter join us for the task. Afterwards, she offered to let us have some more information about litter and this is what she wrote:
Litter can have a detrimental effect on the environment, both land and seas by disrupting ecosystems. Many species can be negatively affected by litter whether it's through consumption, becoming trapped or getting injured on items such as broken glass. There are many ways that litter such as plastics can be washed away into rivers, lakes and oceans where it breaks down over time and results in microplastics which become a threat to marine ecosystems and lead to water pollution. Not only does this kill fish and birds, but can end up being consumed by humans through the food chain – even sea salt has now been found to contain plastic. Items like cigarette butts and many plastics contain chemicals which can create long term environmental damage as they take hundreds of years to break down, leaching these chemicals into the environment. During the litter pick cigarette butts were certainly very prevalent across Abbey Fields, with many located near the waterways. We also found many lightweight unused black dog bags, lightweight plastic such as this can easily be blown into water courses or end up being ingested by local wildlife and farm animals. Decomposition of litter over time can also lead to greenhouse gases, contributing to climate change.
The thing with littering is that it should be easy to stop, there are many bins around Abbey Fields or rubbish can be taken home, it's an easy change to implement if you want to help the environment.Emma Mundy
Environmental Manager
Emma and her family are passionate about the environment and she writes about environmental subjects elsewhere. Below are links to two of the articles that she has written.
There's a waste reduction revolution and it's coming!


text: Did you might have a theft at your condo final week? Have the Police carried out their investigation and you're you continue to removed from the case being solved? It is time to get into motion and rent a Non-public Investigator who's properly geared up to hold out detective work and supply proof that may assist the Police remedy the case quicker. Fraudulent crimes, robberies, counterfeit instances, scams, thefts, raids, housebreaking, and lots of extra are prevalent in immediately's society. Instances have modified, ethical values and integrity have taken flight and it turns into virtually unattainable to unravel many instances. The Police departments chip in for assist however even they've their limitations. At occasions like this, a line of inquiry and exploration rendered by a Non-public Investigator, could be the answer to the crime. Crimes in Australia could be dealt in most specialised method by hiring a Non-public Investigator in Melbourne. They'll present their purchasers with Investigation providers to assist restore happiness, contentment and even funds, in a matter of days. The skilled investigators can deal with theft and many alternative instances as they're expert and very skilled in Investigative providers. They utilise their eager and totally skilled to seek out out minute particulars of the case. In case you are in want of a Non-public Investigator, you may get a referral from your mates, or you possibly can log on-line and scan the assorted web sites coping with Non-public Investigators (Non-public Detectives). The second you see an investigator of your selection, signal the dotted line for his providers. You need to rent a Non-public Investigator, who's respected, completed and competent. The PI must be one of the best in his business and it is not an uphill job to search for a educated and proficient Non-public Investigator, in a city like Melbourne. On-line searches are the best strategy, simply choose up a paper and pen and write down the main points of the primary 5 registered Non-public Investigators, verify they're licensed, give them a name and make your choice. A dialog in regards to the business, an outline of your case and former expertise of the previous instances solved by the PI's will help you decide relating to the investigator you want. You may organize a gathering with the Non-public Detective who has some expertise in your kind of instances. Ensure you ask all of the related questions and get an concept of the answer and mode of motion that will likely be helpful within the case. Discretion is essential and for this it can be crucial that your investigator solves the case independently. Delicate particulars of the case are greatest saved below wraps and numerous the time the less individuals working in your case the higher. In some instances different licensed investigators assist could also be required for the investigation; you must get the main points of the contractor inspecting the case and carry out due diligence on them as properly. You need to get a reputed organisation who hires skilled Non-public Investigators for the job. They're properly conscious of the present procedures utilised within the business and are conscious of the exploratory limits in every case. Assist your investigator collect all of the vital evidences and data of the case and let him hint out the wrongdoer. Transparency within the scenario is crucial and full info is essential.


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EirGrid Group has embarked on a far-reaching project that will lead to a new wholesale market for electricity on the island of Ireland. The project is called the Integrated Single Electricity Market or I-SEM.
The new market is being designed and overseen by the SEM Committee, consisting of the Commission for Energy Regulation (CER) in Dublin, the Utility Regulator (UR) in Belfast, plus an independent member and a deputy independent member.
I-SEM has replaced the Single Electricity Market (SEM), a wholesale electricity market where electricity was traded in bulk across the island of Ireland. The SEM was established in the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland in November 2007 and was the first market of its kind in the world when it opened.
Free trade across borders is the foundation of the single European market.
This principle applies to the energy sector where the creation of a single European market for electricity and gas is an important goal of the EU.
To achieve this goal, national electricity markets throughout the EU are being aligned with a common European "Target Model" for cross-border electricity trading.
In Ireland, the all-island wholesale Single Electricity Market (SEM) has been in place since 2007. It is regulated by the SEM Committee.
I-SEM replaced the SEM on 01 October 2018.
The Single Electricity Committee (SEM Committee) is the decision making body for the I-SEM. It comprises representatives from regulators in Northern Ireland (the Utility Regulator) and the Republic of Ireland (the Commission for the Regulation of Utilities) and two independent members.
I-SEM was brought in following an instruction to the SEM Committee from the Irish and Northern Irish authorities to develop a new set of electricity trading arrangements that will meet the requirements of the EU Target Model.
It is anticipated that I-SEM will bring benefits, including:
The New Market
The SEM Committee published the high-level design of this new wholesale electricity market in September 2014, see this here.
It will seek to generate maximum competition through concentrating trading in the day-ahead, intra-day and balancing markets.
These short-term markets are directly linked to similar markets across Europe through the Target Model. This will provide efficient and transparent prices which will support trading in the forwards timeframe.
The new market arrangements will require generators and wholesale suppliers of electricity to forecast their generation and consumption and to bid at the price at which they are prepared to buy and sell.
I-SEM Detailed Design & Implementation
The detailed design and implementation phase of the project comprises:
The detailed market design and implementation phase of the I-SEM project is well underway, with the focus on delivering:
Market Participants
I-SEM also marks a significant period of change for market participants.
New market products and operational deadlines present both opportunities and risks to participants' revenue streams and operating models.
To meet this challenge, there is a programme to align the I-SEM readiness plans with those of the market participants.
For more detailed information on the I-SEM programme see the SEMO website.


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Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge Fun Facts – and Realities
Since today, May 31, 2019, is the official opening day of Star Wars:Galaxy's Edge at Disneyland, I thought I would post this Disney press release of Fun Facts. And I'm sharing my comments in brackets []. By the Numbers Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge spans more than 14 acres, making these the largest single-themed lands in…Continue Reading


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Surrendering Lessons From a Type A in Remission
Before having children I was efficient, punctual and tidy. Known as "controlling" by those closest to me —a textbook Type A.
Evolution has since exerted its dominance and old standards of "perfection" and "completion" have been re-defined. With the entrance of each child into the family commune, a little piece of my old self has vanished. Thrust into this structure-less Type B system while maintaining composure is my perpetual quest. If I don't adapt and "loosen up," I will perish.
Many years and five children later, I choose sanity over order. Here are a few examples of how I've (temporarily) relinquished control:
1. Type A loss of "voice"- On some days, I don't finish the morning housework until 5 pm. My hectic schedule may not allow me to get to it all until then. So, why bother making a child's bed four hours before bedtime? Type A will make a statement de facto despite Type B's dictatorship. In other words, "go with the flow," but squeeze it in if you can to pacify your inborn need for order.
2. Career waitress/server– No more force-feeding kids that aren't hungry. I am resigned to my full-time position as a waitress-server and my inability to achieve synchronized hunger and tastebuds between all five of my young children on any given occasion. Having become a short-order cook, I have about 4 pre-cooked no-brainer meals on hand and ready to heat up on demand.
3. Loss of order and tidiness – My drawers were once the envy of the most exclusive retail clothing stores, but now I'm content just to have the same genre garments together— whether rolled into a ball or symmetrically folded and neatly-placed in a drawer. This would have been totally UNACCEPTABLE the first 30 years of my life. Now it's the hallmark of success in this department.
4. Loss of ability to own and care for quality stuff– We had collected unique ornaments on our marital journeys across different lands. These sentimental memorabilia have ultimately lost the battle against my young army's destructive limbs. Memories have ceased to have a physical manifestation in this world and have thereby, been reduced to mere symbols within our collective marital consciousness. Our relationship with the material world is precarious. We've learned to love and let go of our cherished, hard-earned material accumulations abruptly. Although it still hurts and pisses me off each time it happens.
5. Abandoned evening rituals– Long ago, television existed and books were part of my evening wind-down routine. I also used to pamper myself with scented lotions, long bubble baths and foot rubs. Because "me time" is limited to no more than a couple of ungodly hours at night, all PC (pre-child) nighttime activities have since been replaced with creative writing. When my eyes lose their ability to focus, I stumble into my bedroom and collapse, face down onto the bed— if not right onto the keyboard first.
As a classic Type A in remission, I've had to surrender by accepting the complete abnegation and resulting nullification of PC Self. This is my present reality and I wouldn't change a thing. I own the wee hours of the night and that is when I sigh deeply, settle into my desk chair, and transform into a soldier— numb to the chronic exhaustion and powered by pure adrenaline.
At this time, I escape into my rich inner world. Ironically, I now think that I don't need to control so much of my outer world anymore. And I like that by force of nature, I've re-invented myself and am learning to thrive under these foreign Type B conditions.
Attention Type As: Like myself, have you noticed a similar evolution in yourself when you experienced a major change in lifestyle? If so, does this mean that we've "arrived" and have now morphed into one of them (the Type Bs)? If yes, then perhaps we are no longer "in remission" but in "transformation."