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Gandhi said, "Be the change you wish to see in the world."
Mahatma Gandhi believed that we must be the change we want to see in the world. This was well demonstrated when he helped India gain its independence. Gandhi was a revolutionary man, but he accomplished India's emergence as a nation without starting a revolution. In fact, he advocated no violence. One of the most powerful countries in the world yielded to the commitment of one man and the dream of millions.
What change can we effect? What's the difference we want to make in the world?
Gandhi said, "In a gentle way you can shake the world." Here are some things to think about how to do just that …
1. Know that all significant change throughout history has occurred not because of nations, armies, governments and certainly not committees. They happened as a result of the courage and commitment of individuals. People like Joan of Ark, Albert Einstein, Clara Barton, Abraham Lincoln, Thomas Edison and Rosa Parks. They might not have done it alone, but they were, without question, the change makers.
2. Believe that you have a unique purpose and potential in the world. It's not so much something to create as to be discovered. And it's up to you to discover it. Believe that you can and will make a difference.
3. Recognize that everything you do, every step you take, every sentence you write, every word you speak-or DON'T speak–counts. Nothing is trivial. The world may be big, but there are no small things. Everything matters.
4. To be the change you want to see in the world, you don't have to be loud. You don't have to be eloquent. You don't have to be elected. You don't even have to be particularly smart or well educated. You do, however, have to be committed.
5. Take personal responsibility. Never think "it's not my job". It's a cop-out to say, "What can I do, I'm only one person." You don't need everyone's cooperation or anyone's permission to make changes. Remember this little gem, "If it's to be, it's up to me."
6. Don't get caught up in the how of things. If you're clear on what you want to change and why you want to change it, the how will come. Many significant things have been left undone because someone let the problem solving interfere with the decision-making.
7. Don't wait for things to be right in order to begin. Change is messy. Things will never be just right. Follow Teddy Roosevelt's timeless advice, "Do what you can, with what you have, where you are."
8. The genesis for change is awareness. We cannot change what we don't acknowledge. Most of the time, we aren't aware of what's wrong or what's not working. We don't see what could be. By becoming more aware, we begin the process of change.
9. Take to heart these words from Albert Einstein–arguably one of the smartest change masters who ever lived: "All meaningful and lasting change starts first in your imagination and then works its way out. Imagination is more important than knowledge."
10. In order for things to change, YOU have to change. We can't change others; we can only change ourselves. However, when WE change, it changes everything. And in doing so, we truly can be the change we want to see in the world.
The following is inscribed on the tomb of an Anglican Bishop in Westminster Abby (1100 A.D.) …
When I was young and free and my imagination had no limits, I dreamed of changing the world. As I grew older and wiser, I discovered the world would not change, so I shortened my sights somewhat and decided to change only my country.
But it, too, seemed immovable.
As I grew into my twilight years, in one last desperate attempt, I settled for changing only my family, those closest to me, but alas, they would have none of it.
And now, as I lie on my deathbed, I suddenly realize: If I had only changed myself first, then by example I would have changed my family.
From their inspiration and encouragement, I would then have been able to better my country, and who knows, I may have even changed the world.
You have the power within you to create the life you want to live. You have the power to shape the world around you just by who you are being, and how you are communicating. The law of attraction, one of the fundamental aspects to living a life by design, explains that everything that is created in the outside world is the result of what takes place internally. Being the change you wish to see in the world starts with taking full responsibility for everything that is happening in your life.
As a former Soldier in the US Army. I was blessed to have visited 46 states and 47 countries. I have been blessed to have friends all around the world. I have seen just how inhumane man can be and the horror of real War. I have seen the good in us all
I have a dream. A dream of people helping people. A dream of making a difference, A dream where the poor are no more. A dream of all the children of the world have food tonight. A dream where there is no such thing as being poor. A dream where we help each other reach our goals. Where education again becomes a priority
Today more and more people are losing their jobs. More and more people are becoming homeless. More and more people are losing their children because they can not afford to feed them!
There are so many families out there that would lose it all if they lost their jobs because they are living pay check to pay check. There are so many out there that believe that they have to get up everyday and go work for someone else just to support their families!
There are so many families around the world right this minute that are starving to death. There are so many families around the world freezing to death because they have nowhere to go!
The number of children living in poverty has increased by 9 million since 2000, and the number of children who fell into poverty between 2008 and 2010 was the largest increase ever recorded.
The number of homeless children in public schools increased 41 percent between the 2006-7 and 2008-9 school years.
In 2009, an average of 15.6 million children received food stamps monthly, a 65 percent increase over 10 years.
A majority of children in all racial groups and 79 percent or more of black and Hispanic children in public schools cannot read or do math at grade level in the fourth, eighth or 12th grades.
The annual cost of center-based child care for a 4-year-old is more than the annual in-state tuition at a public four-year college in 33 states and the District of Columbia.
Of the 47 states with newly enacted budgets, 38 or more states are making deep, identifiable cuts in K-12 education, higher education, health care, or other key areas in their budgets for fiscal year 2012. Even as states face rising numbers of children enrolled in public schools, students enrolled in universities, and seniors eligible for services, the vast majority of states (37 of 44 states for which data are available) plan to spend less on services in 2012 than they spent in 2008
I Dream of a Better World. I dream of a place where all can be understood, such a place where finally a 17 yr old child doesn't have to kill him self because he was 'gay".
I dream of a place where people need not be told anymore what to do, because they already know it, because finally,they're already guided by their hearts.
I dream of a place where people can be brothers, where people can be friends, where people can be Muslim and Christian and stay to be a people of their faith
I dream of a place where people can paint the world and sing to it to songs; where all can dance when filled with joy; and where they can yell when they can no longer hold back their soul.
I dream of a place, where we all can dream, and make those dreams come true; where clouds are as soft as cotton candies, and where stars are fireflies that roam the night; where children laugh and play and run;
where wings can fly us 'round that magic sky.
Where we don't have to worry and where don't have to wait for a brighter tomorrow and a happier today.
Where we can all walk down life's road in one direction, walking hand in hand, and side by side. I dream of a place
no further than a step, of a world no further than a kiss.
For this world is all we need to have if we could just forget, forgive,and believe in the future
"All men dream: but not equally. Those who dream by night in the dusty recesses of their minds wake up in the day to find it was vanity, but the dreamers of the day are dangerous men, for they may act their dreams with open eyes, to make it possible."
— T.E. Lawrence (Seven Pillars of Wisdom: A Triumph)
I dream of this world
Since my 10-point list above was inspired by Gandhi's belief, it seems appropriate to end with another of his quotes: "Consciously or unconsciously, every one of us does render some service or other. If we cultivate the habit of doing this service deliberately, our desire for service will steadily grow stronger and we will make not only our own happiness, but that of the world at large."


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I wanted to thank you for Margaret Tearman's Reflection [Dreaming of a Calvert Piazza: Vol. xv, No 3: Jan. 18] about yearning for a bookstore.
As it turns out, she perfectly described the project with which I have been involved for the past year. I am working with a small group that has the funds to open a bookstore exactly as you described: a place of hospitality, good reading, meaningful conversation and community gatherings. But we have been stumped in our ability to find the right location. The bookstore will be a nonprofit with any "profits" going back into community initiatives to enhance the quality of life in Calvert County.
Because of our volunteer base, we need to be in the northern end of the county (the Beaches, Owings, Dunkirk or Huntingtown.) Ideally, we'd like it to be attractive while being accessible with adequate space and parking. Turns out, this is a tough set of requirements.
Recently, we have begun conversations with the Bay Arts Center and Twin Beach Players about the potential for building an eco-friendly Center for Community and the Arts that would house all three projects. Who knows where that may lead.
It is our fondest dream to make this happen, and it was a real boost to the spirits to hear an echo of that dream in your words.
Wendy Fambro, Owings
Author Carrie Madren states that the Smart Car is only available in Europe [Smart Car Turns Heads: Vol. xv, No 6: Feb. 8]. Not so. It has been on sale in Canada for at least a year.
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I enjoyed "Reconnecting: A Love Story" [Vol. xv, No. 6: Feb. 8] in which author Ben Miller says that he married the woman he fell in love with 38 years before.
I am happily married to the woman I fell in love with 38 years before, and have been so for the past 38 years.
John W. Van de Kamp, Annapolis
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Governor Brown declared a state of emergency Monday in 49 of California's 58 counties, in response to damage caused by severe winter storms in December and January.
According the the governor's office, high winds and heavy precipitation have severely impacted counties throughout the state.
In addition to designating state resources toward aiding counties, the two emergency proclamations point in particular to damages to roads and highways, and call upon the California Department of Transportation to seek federal assistance.
They also say the state's extreme drought had created conditions that exacerbated the storms' impacts by leading to flash flooding, erosion, and mud and debris flows.
The proclamations, along with a list of counties included, can be found here.


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The iOS apps have amazingly enhanced the credibility of Apple devices like iPhone, iPad, etc. It has garnered a great popularity across the world. In fact, it has been observed that iOS apps help generate substantially greater ROI.
Therefore, it can be said that if you have an innovative application idea and expertise in iOS apps development, you can generate hefty profits with a surefire app. Although, this platform does require high end programming skills, but the invested time and efforts will be worth a great value in the future. However, to reap the incredible benefits of this amazing platform, there are certain essential resources, without which developing an iOS app would be either impossible or a daunting task For instance, Mac platform, Xcode framework, etc., is often considered as pretty necessary resources for developing iOS apps.
However, iOS applications can be availed by hiring an iOS apps development company over a Windows computer. Here are some vital guidelines that can ensure a smooth app development.
1. Emulating Mac on Windows:
Xcode is an incredible software that facilitates the iOS development by offering prolific tools to support app testing, interface generator and more. Thus, in order to run the Xcode on Windows, it is imperative to simulate the Mac OS X installation on your Windows. This can be accomplished conveniently via a virtualization software like VirtualBox or VM Ware. However, to support the VirtualBox app, it is better to ensure that your PC supports high end hardwares that are equivalent to Apple standards.
For this, you will need:
- Minimum 2GB RAM
- Dual core Intel processor
- Mac OS X Installation disc – it can be purchased from the Apple store
- Hardware virtualization
Although, the VirtualBox ensures auto installation, but you will need to make some tweaks manually. This includes
Under the "System" tab, Enable EFI must be unchecked.
Under the "Display" tab, make sure that the video memory is greater than or equal to 128 MB.
Under the "Processor" tab, at least 2 CPUs must be selected.
2. Installing and booting the Mac OS X:
For this, the boot loader, Hackboot is required or you can also hire app iOS developers in case you face some technical issues. It can be searched and downloaded from the Internet. Here, Hackboot1 disk, Hackboot2 disk and OS X disc are necessary. Start the Hackboot1 disk and initiate your virtual machine. Run the OS X installation disk and follow the instructions. When the process ends, restart your system with Hackboot2. While selecting the Mac OS X, the Mac OS X booting will start. Make sure that you have entered your valid Apple ID during installation.
3. Installing Xcode:
The Xcode can be installed to the PC via the App Store application; for accessing the App store, it is essential to possess an Apple account. Then, search the Xcode app in the store and download it. When the process is finished, launch the Xcode app installer on your virtual machine. This will offer you the Xcode framework.
Run the Xcode and program your iOS apps appropriately on your Windows device. The efficient development environment of the Xcode will allow you to conveniently code your application and develop an innovative iOS app.


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Meeting for Quebec 2016
Post date: Oct 29, 2015 5:17:46 PM
When: Tuesday, November 3rd at 5:30 p.m
Where: French Room
Attention all parents and students of 5th and 6th grade, as well as 7th graders who did not attend the Quebec Trip in 2014! There will be an informational meeting about the Fall 2016 trip, at which there will be student sign-up and fundraising discussion. Both parents and students should plan on attending. Merci et à mardi!


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Bipolar disorder is a psychiatric condition that includes major shifts in energy and mood. The severe shifts can make it difficult to maintain a functioning lifestyle. Medictions can help minimize they symptoms and make it easier to cope with this condition. Unfortunately, bipolar medications frequently cause weight gain. Counteracting this common side effect often requires dietary changes and an increase in physical activity.
Bipolar Medications
Bipolar disorder causes a variety of symptoms. During the manic phases, you may experience sleeplessness, poor concentration, racing thoughts and a euphoric mood. The depressive episodes may cause fatigue, irritability and loss of interest in your usual activities. Lithium is a standard medication for treating bipolar disorder and reducing the rate of hospitalizations due to this condition. Other popular medications include valproate, lamotrigine and carbamazepine. Weight gain is a common side effect of some of these medications. Aripiprazole and ziprasidone have the lowest risk of increasing your weight.
Although bipolar medications may lead to weight gain, limiting your calories will help minimize excess weight. Limit your calories to about 500 fewer calories per day than you normally eat. By restricting your calorie intake by 500 calories per day, you can expect a weight loss of about a pound per week. Select nutritious foods that are low in fat, sodium and added sugar. Keep your energy levels from bottoming out by consuming small meals and snacks throughout the day. If you have dietary restrictions, a professional nutritionist can help you formulate balanced meal plans that restrict your calorie consumption.
Exercise plays an important role in your overall health, including your body weight. Select aerobic activities you enjoy, such as tennis, hiking or bicycling. Participate in your chosen activities for at least 20 minutes per day, around four times per week, working up to about 45 minutes per session. If you are unused to exercise, start slow and build up the length and intensity of your activity gradually. Walking is a basic way for many people to begin fitting exercise into a regular routine.
Talk to your doctor before making major changes to your activity level or your regular diet, especially if you are attempting to lose a large amount of weight. Because weight loss can alter lithium levels in your body, it is important to have regular blood tests that measure lithium levels. Avoid using any weight loss supplements or diet aids without the recommendation of your doctor.


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Foods People Suffering from Insomnia Should Keep By Their Bed Stand
Turkey is not only for Thanksgiving....
Not being able to sleep may be quite frustrating, especially when you must get up in the morning to go to work and you want to feel refreshed and ready for a new day. But wait! Before you head towards your medicine cabinet to get those OTC meds or those prescription sleeping pills, why not give food a try? You never may know, the secret to a restful night may be hiding in your fridge or in your kitchen cabinet!
Food has been known for many years to have effects on our bodies. Chocolate, coffee or a glass of coke may give you a sprint of energy. So if these foods and drinks have the power to make you feel ready to run a marathon, then why can't there be foods that will actually relax you and make you sleepy? Indeed, the are foods that will keep you awake and there are foods that will make you sleepy. Of course, there are also many foods in the middle of the spectrum, which will not make you sleepy nor will they make you hyper.
Of course, the secret to a nice sleepy night depends on balancing foods. Avoid the foods that are known to give jolts of energy and stick to the ones that will relax you and make you fall asleep as soon as you hit the pillow. However, these foods do not work the same for everybody, there are those that can go to sleep after eating a candy bar and there are those that will stay wide awake after drinking a calming tea. Yet, why not give food a try? It may be worth to try the power of food during a week end, where if it does not work as thought, nothing major will happen...
Foods to Keep by Your Bed stand
-Warm Milk
Ok, this is a classic but it can really help. Milk contains tryptophan, which is a well known relaxer. Plus a warm cup of milk with a little bit of honey, may bring back some good old memories of childhood.
These yellow fruits contain both melatonin and serotonin which will give a sense of well being and relaxation. Add the fact that these fruits are potassium rich (a natural muscle relaxant) and you may get sleeping just peeling one!
-Chamomile Tea
A classic evening tea in many European countries searching for some ZZZ's. Chamomile has been used for many centuries for their great sedating effect.
Ever felt sleepy after a fulfilling Thanksgiving dinner? Then very likely it was the power of tryptophan!
Foods to Avoid
It is important to note that eating too late may interfere with proper sleep and so is going to sleep having not eaten enough. Following are some foods to avoid before going to bed:
-Spicy heavy foods, which may give heartburn
-Caffeine which of course will keep you awake
-Alcohol which may make you sleepy at first but may make you get insomnia later
-Too much water or other drinks may wake you up for restroom trips
So what's on your dinner dish tonight? Ideally, some sliced turkey, a glass of milk with honey, a banana and a cup of chamomile tea!


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Hillel1 needed a new logo design and created a contest on 99designs.
A winner was selected from 169 designs submitted by 59 freelance designers.
The parent company, CONFERENCE MEETIA (CM), a division of Coe-Truman Technologies (CTT), is a start-up that provides professionals with audio, video or slideshows from presentations made at association meetings and conferences. MedMeetia.com will sell presentations from Medical conferences. It will be the first of a suite of CM sub-sites and logos which should all share common fonts and styles (e.g. EduMeetia, SciMeetia, TechMeetia).
The target audience will be the professionals who attend medical conferences. These include medical doctors, medical research scientists, medical students and professors.
MedMeetia.com should incorporate a readable icon that connotes medicine (e.g. Caduceus) or medical research. The style and format would be easily adaptable to TechMeetia, SciMeetia and EduMeetia, which would each have their own relevant icons.
Ideally, the "Meetia" part of the logo would connote meetings, conferences or presentations (e.g. the "ee" in Meetia could look like reversed profiles or ears or have the radiant lines that flare out of audio icons).
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text: Behavioral Health Comprehensive Inpatient and Outpatient Services We offer the broadest and deepest range of behavioral health services in Boulder County. Our services are offered on both an inpatient and outpatient basis in order to best meet each patient's specific needs. Our outpatient treatment services are designed to address a wide range of mental health issues, including anxiety, panic, depression and attention deficit disorder. Therapy is offered for individuals, families and in a group setting. Our short-term inpatient treatment program located at Boulder Community Hospital offers intervention and support for adults in acute emotional crisis. Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) is a safe and effective treatment most commonly used to treat severe depression. ECT is also sometimes used to treat patients with manic illness or schizophrenia. ECT is available as an inpatient or outpatient treatment. For further Treatment Resources for Mental Health or Substance Abuse in Boulder County, click here.


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(First of all... hi! remember me? I haven't written anything for aaaaaages, so I'm glad Roxy has been keeping you all entertained!)
So a while ago I heard some news that made the hairs on the back of my neck stand on end: Ben Folds (singer/songwriter/musician) and Nick Hornby (writer) were coming together to produce an album. Words by Nick, music by Ben. I'm generally a fan of Ben Folds' work, solo, with band Ben Folds Five, and side projects like the Bens (Ben Kweller, Ben Folds and Ben Lee) and his work with William Shatner. Basically I don't think this guy can put a food wrong.
So if you don't know Ben Folds used to be in a band called Ben Folds Five, who brought out some great songs most notably to me the haunting Brick about Folds' experience of having a child aborted when he was a teenager. I actually studied that song at school back in the day. In 2001 Folds went solo and has brought out a string of albums since then. He's worked with the artists already mentioned as well as others like Regina Spektor and Amanda Palmer.
Nick Hornby on the other hand is a writer with books like High Fidelity, About a Boy (Both made into films), How to Be Good and A Long Way Down. Hornby has been one of my favourite authors for quite a while. I can turn to his books when I don't want to put too much effort into a book but at the same time get a lot out of it. He also writes some interesting non fiction and so far there hasn't been a publication of his that I've read and haven't liked.
So for the last couple of days I've practically had "From Above", the current single from their soon to be released album Lonely Avenue, on repeat. It is a really beautiful song about us all having soulmates, yet generally we will never know them. Hornby's lyrics definitely bring something different to Folds' music, and it's something great. So give it a listen if you're at all interested!
Any songs that you've had on repeat recently?
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
The amazing combination of Ben Folds and Nick Hornby
(First of all... hi! remember me? I haven't written anything for aaaaaages, so I'm glad Roxy has been keeping you all entertained!)
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Ah, design view
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Created by The Book Life, the Taylor Swift Book Tag is a fun way to pair book titles to famous Taylor Swift songs through a handful of questions. Some of which are part of the original tag and some that were added by Danielle at Love at First Page and Nova from Out of Time.
(a book/series you were pretty sure you loved but then wanted to break up with)
I mean, I really loved the first book in this series. I even tricked myself into loving the second one. But Allegiant? Not so much. I'm not even mad that you-know-what happens to you-know-who. I just had a hard time getting behind the dual point of view thing and the fact that it wasn't even that well written. I'm just going to pretend that Divergent is a standalone.
(a book with a red cover)
This novel is so charming! I loved every single page. The Rosie Project touched my heart in so many ways. Don Tillman is by far the most interesting characters I've ever come across. His voice is so unique and remarkably witty. I'm familiar with Asperger's and I think Graeme Simsion did a really fantastic job at representing Don's world and the way his brain functions. His behavioral patterns and his social interactions were fascinating to read.
(a book that makes you feel nostalgic)
I started reading this series when I was very young. I feel like it has been in my life forever. I had a crappy time in middle/high school so I loved the peace of mind that came with reading something like The Princess Diaries. You know when a character feels like your best friend? That's what I feel every time I revisit these books. I love Mia and her story and the way Meg Cabot can make anything witty.
(Also, I really want to buy this edition.)
(a book with forbidden love)
Dude, this book is so important. The main character ends up in an arranged marriage because her parents find out she's dating someone "unsuitable." What follows is probably one of the most heartbreaking stories I've ever read. It is tough and incredibly raw.
(a book with a bad character you couldn't help but love)
Warner. Oh, Warner. I knew people liked him before I picked up Shatter Me. I thought everyone was crazy. But then I fell into the trap. Tahereh, why would you make me love Warner? WHY? Ugh. I shouldn't want to reread every scene he has with Juliette but I do. Oh, I do.
(And now we can watch him on TV. My life is over.)
(a book with a character who goes through extensive character development)
If I could only read books by one author for the rest of my life, I would choose A.S. King. Ask the Passengers is one of those books that touches your freaking soul. The main character, Astrid, is hiding that she is falling in love with a girl. Her journey is so beautiful and one that I want to revisit soon.
(my most anticipated book release)
I feel like everyone is talking about this book. I still have to read the last book in The Darkest Minds series but I'm very intrigued by anything Alexandra Bracken comes up with. This book sounds so cool and totally up my alley.
(my favorite book couple)
Someday, I won't talk about my love for Fangirl. Haha, just kidding. Levi and Cath are my favorite characters. Ever. They'll win my "Favorite Book Couple Award" for the next, let's say, fifty years.
(a series that deserves a second chance)
This is technically not a series YET but it will be so it counts. I read about 30% of this before I gave up. I hate myself for not loving this. I can't even tell you what went wrong. I really want to finish this one at some point but I might wait and see if the sequel is better.
(a book that features your favorite fictional world)
Honestly, I can't believe that I love this series as much as I do. I was so close to stopping after the first book. Then, I picked up the second one on a whim and I am so glad I did! I love how the world evolves throughout the books. I can't wait for the next one!
(a series that you're not ready to let go, even though it ended)
You know a series is good when you wake up (several months after you finished it) thinking about it. I can't even tell you how many times I think about rereading this. Enough times that I might have to pick it up soon.
(your favorite fictional guy--it's preferred but he doesn't have to be a bad boy)
One word: Tamlin. He's just sexy, you know?
(a book you found by chance that you ended up loving)
I picked this one thinking that it was going to be a fun, quick read. I wasn't ready for all the feels. This book changed my life. I know that sounds overly dramatic but it's true. This baby introduced me to my favorite author. I don't know where I would be without Melina Marchetta. Probably reading crappy books.
(a book you didn't finish that you wish you had given another chance)
This is the first book I ever DNFed. I just couldn't get into the story. I know a lot of people love this series so I definitely want to try to read it again now that I'm a little bit older. Who knows, maybe it'll become a favorite.
(a book I would not want to lend out for fear of missing it too much)
I. Love. This. Book. Can you tell? My sister keeps trying to borrow my copy but I can't let her. I have it front-and-center so I would notice its absence. Totally normal behavior, obviously.
(a book that made me cry a lot)
I cried a lot when I read TFiOS. But that's such a standard answer that I wanted to change it up a bit. I didn't think Amy & Roger's Epic Detour was going to make me WEEP. But it did. The main character's dad died in a car accident and that got to me, man.
(my favorite autographed book)
I have a couple of autographed books but nothing brings me more joy than opening up my copy of Glory O'Brien's History of the Future. I preordered it so it is personalized. By one of my favorite authors. Fangirl mode, activate.
(my favorite retelling)
I love retellings. I don't know why but I do. Of Beast and Beauty is ridiculously good. This was a total cover buy but the inside matches the outside. I just loved every second of it.
Did you take part in this tag? Link it in the comments so I can read it! :D


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The City of Chicago Outlaws Egeria densa AKA Anacharis
By Brad McLane and
Regulation of plants is nothing new in the US. Federal and State Governments publish lists of both terrestrial and aquatic plants considered noxious. For a plant to be placed on these lists certain protocols must be met and these lists are updated regularly. The outlawing of Egeria densa by the City of Chicago is unique since it is not listed on either the Federal or State of Illinois noxious plant lists.
Government Regulators in Florida were very active early on in regulating noxious aquatic plants such as Hydrilla and Water Hyacinth. Florida with its warm climate, abundant lakes and rivers and numerous aquatic plant nurseries was at the epicenter of aquatic plant introductions and took serious steps to protect its water bodies. Until recently, most other states were not too concerned about aquatic plants thinking that aquarium plants were tropical in nature, confined to a fish tank, or the Feds would prohibit the aquatic plants considered noxious to their bodies of water. This line of reasoning worked well until the water garden trade expanded.
In the early 2000's the water garden trade exploded and with it many new varieties of aquatic plants were produced. Several factors changed the scope of aquatic plant production. Firstly, whereas most aquarium plant nurseries were located in Florida and S. California, many water garden plants were hardy in nature and could be produced in most any state in the US. Secondly, the water garden trade dwarfed the aquarium trade in number of nurseries and numbers of plants varieties produced. Thirdly, water garden plants were planted outdoors in ponds, which made it more likely a plant would find its way into a natural water body.
Shortly after this Water Garden Nursery explosion, individual states started passing their own laws regarding noxious aquatic plants. However, passing a law by a city to prohibit an aquatic plant is new and somewhat alarming. To our knowledge this is the first time a city has outlawed an aquatic plant, which, in fact, is not on either the Federal or State of Illinois lists. Also, Egeria densa is currently growing in at least four counties of Illinois.
Egeria densa AKA Anachris in the US is a mainstay in the Aquarium and water garden industries. In fact Egeria densa has been the number one selling aquarium plant in the US by far. In it peak as many as 100,000 plus bunches of Egeria densa were sold per week in the US.
Egeria densa is native to southeastern Brazil and other areas in South America; hence one of its common names is 'Brazilian Elodea.' It was introduced to the US in the late 1800s' and quickly became a popular aquarium plant because of its and ability to supply abundant amounts of oxygen to the water and its beautiful dark green dense leaf arrangement. Also, Egeria densa became a favorite subject for study in many botany classes because of its unique characteristic of having leaves that are two cell-layers thick.
Governmental regulations regarding exotic species have increased dramatically in the past few years and will probably continue to increase as time goes on. Most of the laws passed are science based and necessary. However, if allowed to go unchecked some restrictions will be passed unnecessarily and could probably be solved in other ways. The State of Illinois has not outlawed Egeria densa so why did the City of Chicago? It appears that it is important for those in the hobby to pay attention to their city and state lawmakers in the future. Also restrictions such as this may make it difficult for teachers to use plant material such as Egeria densa for science education.
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The pattern is from Sweet Pea Totes. I've tried two of their designs before and have found the instructions for them very clear and easy to follow. This one, I believe, is the newest one they have - the Simple and Chic handbag. Here it is,folks, my first finished bag for 2009!
This bag is about 10 3/4" tall, 16" wide at the top and 11 1/2" wide at the bottom. The strap is around 20" long. It also has a flap with a magnetic snap closure and one inside pocket. I used 100% cotton fabrics, with the main bag lined with fusible fleece and the lining with stiff interfacing.
The whole sewing process was pretty easy. The only tricky part was stitching around the shaped top. Nice pattern to try out, even for a beginner.
Speaking of patterns, I am having a bag pattern giveaway, my FIRST for the year! There are two, actually...Favorite Things' Wallet Purse and Lazy Girl Designs' Chelsea Tote! Combined value - about $22 USD!
You can read more on these patterns here and here.
Everyone is invited to participate. I don't mind shipping these outside Australia. Here is what you have to do to be in the running to win:
1. If you have a blog, please mention this giveaway and provide a link back to this post. Don't forget to also leave a comment here so I would know that you've joined, ok?
2. If you don't have a blog, aside from leaving a comment, I would appreciate it if you could extend this giveaway to at least one friend. Ask them to join too! The more entries the merrier, right? There would be no way for me to check if you did your part, so I will have to trust you on this one!
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MCLA wasn't the first stop for Pamela Buchanan '12 in her quest to earn a bachelor's degree. Along the way, she attended five other colleges, but, at each institution, financial or personal issues halted her progress. At MCLA, she found a supportive faculty, staff and administration.
"There have been times where I struggled to keep going, and there was always someone available to give encouragement and advice in order for me to succeed," Buchanan said. "I've been most surprised that I've been able to finish, but I've received so much support over the years that my dream is finally coming true.
"Also, I've been pleasantly surprised that President Mary K. Grant is so involved in campus life. I had little or no contact with the presidents of the other colleges I've attended. I love that President Grant has such a presence on campus and that she's so sociable and encouraging. She cares about every aspect of the College and she works hard so that we all succeed."
Recently, Buchanan was honored with the Berkshire Art Association Fellowship. Since 1950, the non-profit Berkshire Art Association has been dedicated to encouraging emerging artists and to giving Berkshire residents and visitors opportunities to view and become engaged with contemporary trends in American art.
"I submitted a series of eight prints, with accompanying haikus," she explained. "This series is entitled 'Tormented Bloom.'"
A set of the prints is on display at MCLA Gallery 51 through May 27 for the Senior Art Thesis Exhibition, "Coming up Next: MCLA's Emerging Artists."
MCLA's Fine and Performing Arts program is "fabulous," Buchanan said. "The art major, in particular, prepares you to be a working artist by the time you graduate. In 'Senior Art Project,' you are taught to write your artist statement, resume and present an artist talk at MCLA's Annual Undergraduate Research Conference. This practical experience is not offered at many art schools.
"When I graduate, I will have five years of work experience in arts management and education, in addition to having a bachelor's degree," she explained. "I will have the skills and knowledge to work in the art world and arts education programs. I gained this experience because MCLA provides practical opportunities for students to work in their field of choice."
Buchanan continued, "I've learned a lot of what it takes to operate a gallery and mount an exhibition by taking museum studies classes, working at MCLA Gallery 51 as a gallery attendant and managing the "PRESS: Letterpress as a Public Art Project gallery."
She's also volunteered at Northern Berkshire Creative Arts, a local community arts school, where she helped the executive director with office administration, assisted with teaching, and ran workshops. Because Northern Berkshire Creative Arts closed, it is Buchanan's dream to one day found a new community arts school in North Adams.
This summer, she hopes to participate in the DownStreet Art mural project with three other MCLA students. In addition, "I will create workshops at PRESS this summer. And, I will work with a woman from a local economic development agency who wants to start an arts program for teens."
Educational programs are important to Buchanan.
"I've had a lot of great teachers in my life and they have inspired me to pass on knowledge. There is something special that happens as a teacher imparts knowledge to a student, especially in the arts. I've seen adults and children feel empowered because they've brought a creative idea into being. Arts education programs help students problem solve and give them a sense of accomplishment."


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When I was a child, I desperately wanted to change my name to either Rainbow Brite or Strawberry Shortcake. Both great names! Rainbow Brite is certainly a more "ordinary" name than Strawberry Shortcake, but they're both beautiful in their own ways and I am still on the path to forgiving my parents for not allowing what would've been a life-changing — FOR THE BETTER — adjustment to my given name. I'm sure the decision to forbid this change was rooted in some belief that giving your child whatever they want, forever giving in to even their most reasonable demands, would throw off their ability to grow into kind, generous, patient, understanding, and reasonable adult humans. I guess? I still don't really get it, mostly it makes no sense. But SHOCKING video evidence was recently released PROVING that when parents give their kid whatever they want, even if it's super ridiculous and actually seems very dangerous, EVERYTHING WORKS OUT FINE AND EVERYONE IS HAPPY AND EVERYONE IS SURE THAT THEIR PARENTS CARE ABOUT THEM AND NO ONE IS SAD FOR THE REST OF THEIR LIVES.
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Pepper Dip with Almonds and Chocolate
Choclette of Chocolate Log Blog has set an interesting task for the February We Should Cocoa challenge: a savoury, vegetarian dish including chocolate. So this should fit the bill. You could add some chillies for heat and other flavours such as garlic or more spices. They would work in this dip, but I prefer the purer flavour of peppers, especially since I'd probably serve hotter and spicier dishes alongside it. Softer, salty cheeses such as feta also work really well with the intense pepper flavour.
Since this dip is strongly flavoured you may not need to serve very much, especially if combined with other dishes, so this amount should serve 6 or more.
3 red peppers
2 green peppers
1 red onion, chopped
½ tsp paprika
½ tsp ground cumin
400 g can tomatoes
A small handful of blanched almonds
3 tsp maple syrup
Around 10 g dark chocolate
Core and deseed all the peppers. Slice the flesh into quarters and grill them until the skins have blackened and the flesh has softened. Place in plastic bag, seal and leave to cool. When they're cool enough to handle, peel off the blackened skin and roughly chop the flesh. Set aside a few pieces of chopped pepper for decoration on the finished dip. (Peeling the peppers under running water is sometimes recommended and, although this does make the job a bit easier, I think it washes flavour away.)
Fry the onion very slowly in a little oil until it's completely soft and starting to caramelise. Add the roughly chopped peppers, the cumin, paprika and the tomatoes. Season and simmer the mixture gently for 30 – 40 minutes. Allow to cool a little before the next stage.
Toast the almonds lightly in a dry frying pan, place in a blender and process briefly. Add the tomato and pepper mixture and process until smooth. Pour back into the pan, heat gently and stir in the maple syrup. Gradually grate in the chocolate, stirring and tasting as you go. Stop adding the chocolate when the flavour is suitably intense – the chocolate is there to intensify the flavour and not to make the dish taste of chocolate. Cool and refrigerate until needed. Ideally, allow the dip to come to room temperature before serving and decorate with the reserved pepper pieces.
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Well done, Phil - I was looking forward to what you would come up with. This looks really good!ReplyDelete
wow Phil this really looks amazing... I am most intrigued as to what it tastes like... I guess you could 'water it down' with yoghurt to make it less spicy?... a great entry!ReplyDelete
On my 'to do' list I love the sound of this. DianeReplyDelete
Wow. I am stunned by how interesting this recipe is. I have never attempted anything like that and I bet the chocolate combines well with the other ingredients.ReplyDelete
I could combine it with ricotta cheese as well.
Have a good evening.
What a brilliant idea! I would never have thought to add chocolate to a dip.ReplyDelete
Love this idea Phil. I make a lot of dips myself, and I would have never thought of pairing peppers and chocolate. And peppers are a veg that are always in my fridge, as the kid loves them. She's going to be in heaven with this dish :)ReplyDelete
I must admit I use a fair few green peppers in my cooking, mainly because Indian cooking doesn't usually use many of the riper versions, and I love the flavours.
I'll be trying out this dish soon, will let you know how it works out.
Very interessting dip. wow.. I can imagine the choco taste with the peppers... mhm.. drool worthy!ReplyDelete
Beautiful red pepper dip. I love meze type dishes and this will go nicely with many assortments I'm sure. Never imagined combining peppers with chocolate, but hey, I learn something new everyday.ReplyDelete
I've not heard of anything quite like this and I'm really curious to know what it tastes like.ReplyDelete
wow sounds nice. i wonder what it taste like. but i think its really good combinationReplyDelete
I knew you'd come up with something interesting Phil. This sounds lovely and it's a colour that can take the chocolate too. Can I come and have dinner with you? I love mezze style eating. Thanks for sticking with this one, you're in a minority this month.ReplyDelete
I'm really enjoying all the creative chocolate recipes flying around because of choclette's cocoa challenge this month! nice one phil, would like to try this out!ReplyDelete
Dammit, I knew you would come up with something good! I am absolutely devoid of inspiration for this month's WSC and having seen this and Dom's choc pork belly I feel even more inadequate. Beautiful lemon cake post earlier too, am bookmarking that in the hope I can reach a contra deal with our new neighbours who have an impressive lemon tree.ReplyDelete
Mmmmm ... am imagining this dip slathered on a toasted rustica bread with a thin slice of Manchego and a glass of Rioja ... sun and a warm breeze on a terrace optional!ReplyDelete
Mezze dinners are the best. You are so inventive - very impressed by your dip flavour combinations.ReplyDelete
I agree about mezze plates when entertaining, I do it all the time. I can't wait to try you chocolatey pepper dip, the flavors sound great.ReplyDelete
Yummy dip,looks so delicious.ReplyDelete
A very interesting mix of flavours, Phil. One to try.ReplyDelete


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Today is International Holocaust Remembrance Day commemorating the anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau, the largest of the Nazi death and concentration camps, on January 27th, 1945.
Sweden received Jewish refugees both during and after the Holocaust and many of the children and grandchildren of these survivors live and prosper in the country today. Ceremonies are to be held all over Sweden with an official ceremony taking place in Raoul Wallenberg Park in Stockholm.
While the 27th of January is marked to honor the memory of victims of the atrocities perpetrated during WWII, Henrik Bachner reminds the Swedish public that anti-Semitism still flourishes in Sweden today.
Bachner describes a number of worrying trends current in anti-Semitism denial. There is firstly a tendency to believe that since WWII ended, there is no more anti-Semitism; this denial has become louder as actual anti-Semitic incidents continue to increase worldwide, including, of course, in Sweden. In addition, there is a parallel theory that Islamophobia has replaced anti-Semitism as "the new hatred". Bachner notes that protests against Islamophobia tend to obscure widespread prejudice, not only against Jews, but against other groups as well. Ignored prejudices include racism against blacks of all religious groups, and hatred of the Roma (Gypsy) population, whose members were also murdered by the Nazi regime.
However, as we have seen in posts on this blog, the main targets of hate crime in Sweden are Jews. Bachner quotes worldwide statistics for hate crimes and anti-Semitic attitudes that show that indeed, Jews are many more times likely to be victims of hate crime than Muslims. At the same time there is a regrettably wide perception that Jews exploit Holocaust memory—presumably for undeserved sympathy. These attitudes only foster increased anti-Semitism, and allow it to grow unchecked.
Please take a moment today to honor the memory of Holocaust victims, both Jews and non-Jews. We remember also the brave non-Jews, such as Raoul Wallenberg, who fought against the Nazi evil by saving Jewish lives, often risking their own lives to do so.
While we remember the horrendous scale of the Holocaust, we strive to remember those murdered not as numbers of people, but as individuals, families and communities of vibrant Jewish life. The loss of Jewish life diminished all of us in the Jewish world, and was a loss of humanity for the whole world.
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Blair Hodgson DuQuesnay disproves a well-circulated myth: that financial planning is the exclusive province of gray-headed advisors who cater to middle-aged and elderly clients with fat wallets.
The 31-year-old advisor just founded her own independent registered investment advisor business that caters to young professionals in New Orleans. She believes that advisors neglect to harness the power of the Web and ignore younger investors at their own peril. Clients in Generation X and Y are tomorrow's well-heeled set.
DuQuesnay founded Ignite Investments & Planning to fill what she saw as a void in the market for transparent, unbiased financial advice that gives equal weight to investing and long-term planning. After five years with UBS Financial Services in Atlanta and New York City, she spent 18 months with Wealthstream Advisors, a New York boutique advisory firm, before moving to New Orleans.
She was attracted to New Orleans' vibrant culture and entrepreneurs' community as well as proximity to her family in Alabama. She became a partner at Ferro Financial, just outside of the Big Easy, and stayed for two years before starting her own RIA. The tough part about making young professionals the centerpiece of her business plan is that many are wary of Wall Street, due to the financial crisis, or lack investable assets.
"On so many occasions, I heard people say that they wished they had enough money to work with me," DuQuesnay says. "Part of my job is to educate people and tell them that, even if they have no assets outside a 401(k) or a home, there are still things that I can do to help." Those include working out a plan to pay down student debt, taking steps toward purchasing a first home or helping with retirement plan allocations.
The financial services industry is too focused on baby boomers and retirees, according to DuQuesnay. Young families are underserved, she believes, and don't even realize that they can become clients. "I hope that I can help them realize that there are easy changes that they can make now before they wait too long and have to make harder choices," she says.
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I'm Deborah. 27. I was born in the Congo, grew up in Ivory Coast, and spent the last 8 years in South Africa. I have graduated in Public Relations, I'm an entrepreneur and a curve model.
What have you been working on recently?
Lately, I have been focusing on all my personal and family projects. I am passionate about beauty, fashion and body positivity. Evolving within the fashion industry has made me realized that the "curve" fashion industry is bigger than we think and we can all contribute in some many ways. I'll be launching a clothing line soon.
How would you best describe what you do?
I'm an entrepreneur and a curve model. I believe in personal development and I'm very grateful to work within industries that I love. We created, with my sisters, a beauty and cosmetics store in Congo "Josepha Cosmetics" where I mostly do the PR work and find ways to develop the brand.
When in Cape Town, I'm a 100% into modeling and fashion. My life is about shoots, socializing and designing. I'm working on a clothing line that I would love to launch soon.
So I'm basically about empowerment, body confidence, and beauty.
Which people in the modeling industry have influenced you and why?
There is so many of them.
Andrea Baptista, the Director of my agency D&A, is the first person who believed in me and gave me my first modeling contract.
Models who have been very influential Fluvia Lacerda. Today she's a friend and she's been a real source of inspiration.
Tania Rossouw, the artistic director of the Foschini group, has been a friend, a motivator and great contributor in the model that I am today.
My fellow SA model friends and Donna Girls Celia, Charnelle, Junette and Nokhu.
Where do you see modeling in Africa going in the next 5 years?
Certainly evolving. Change is inevitable and modeling is not an exception. I'm sure beauty in its diversity, size, race, and gender wise, will certainly be more represented within the fashion industry. This is my wish.
How did you get your career started?
Randomly. I got scouted by a modeling agency. I was accompanying my boyfriend and sister who look what we assume is a "standard" for modeling; tall & skinny.
Apparently, I'm good at talking. I was supposed to play the agent role for them and get them signed.
Fate did his thing and I ended being the only one leaving with a contract that day and working until today as a model.
What have been your best and worst experiences in what you do so far?
I'm optimistic. I have a sort of "seeing the beauty in everything" mechanism that I tend to ignore, or quickly forget, the negative or simply learning my lesson and moving on.
Being able to meet and greet people within the industry, the human experience behind each photo shoot, is a good feeling.
Seeing myself in shopping malls or magazines still feel surreal.
Seeing or hearing women saying that I have managed to help them feeling more comfortable with their bodies is rewarding and very humbling.
I wouldn't call that the worst, but what saddens me is seeing the everlasting preconceptions that bigger people are unhealthy, ugly, negligent or not beautiful.
I'm also tired of almost having to justify the fact that I model by saying I'm a "plus" size model. I'm a model; period. Black, white, yellow, big or small we represent something and shall be taken for that.
When you are not working, what do you do?
I like to travel, listen to Beyoncé, good food, great minds, good conversations, spending time with family and friends.
What can we expect to see from you in the future as a model?
As a model, you constantly have to reinvent yourself cause you can become quickly outdated. I love trying new types of work, I love being in front of the camera.
Hopefully a lot of different types of jobs. I also want to encourage other girls to step up and get into the industry.
I will be launching a clothing line soon. I like everything that's trendy, classy and sexy but I feel like a lot of brands are still reluctant to serve the curviest women.
What do you think distinguishes you as a model, what sets you apart from others?
Well, that's a difficult one. I think by being me with my background and my experiences make me different from the others.
I do modeling for the passion of it really. I initially came to SA for my studies. When I graduated in 2014 and for my parents and family it was time to go home and get that 9 to 5 job. I kind of listened to them, so I'm literally living in between Cape Town and Kinshasa. It's costing a lot of money but I love what I do.
I don't want to disappoint my finally but I'm never leaving my job. Hopefully, it pays off.
If you had the Opportunity to be the change in your world what would you do and why (and if you already are, what are you doing?)
I really try not to be judgmental and be more compassionate. Being a woman, being black or even a bigger person made me realize that we are treated based on so many irrelevant factors that I try hard to not be that person.
I try – I say try cause we're humans and have our own limits – to really learn to appreciate and love people for what they are. Let them be. We're all special and deserve to be treated well with respect and dignity.
Art, music, photography, fashion. They all have such an impact on the young and old. What would your advice be to the next generation regarding how it influences them?
The world is full of inspiration, especially with all the media. It is a lot to absorb and it's hard to keep up with everything.
It's good to know what's going in the world, it's okay to copy whatever we might like but it's crucial to stay true to ourselves.
Social media sells a dream that is most of the case not true. And a lot of people feel less important because their friends appear to have a better life.
It's art by definition so it's subjective and should be taken as it.
Have there been times that you wanted to quit and what has been the reason you kept going?
100 times lol! It's a career based on rejection. You go to 20 castings and you only book 1 job. It's hard, people look up to you. Some of them are ruling for you, while some others are waiting for you to fail. It's a lot of mixed emotions and it can be hard to manage.
But I just stay positive and I learn to be grateful and appreciate the opportunity I have. Honestly having one person who you help with their body confidence is the most rewarding part of this job.
How would you like to be remembered as an influence on the people around you?
I enjoyed and loved every minute of this crazy journey that is this life.
Love to me is the key, love yourself!! We'll never say that enough. Stop being at war with yourself. Enjoy the precious gift of life, fix what you can and leave the rest.
How would you define success?
My definition of success is a life full of love, fulfillment and beautiful surprises.
Have you ever had to deal with negative publicity and how did you deal with it?
Oh yes! I just remind myself that nobody has ever made achieved unanimity. Not even Jesus.
I ignore haters or answer with something very sarcastic and I let my work speak for me.
Like Queen B said "Always stay gracious, best revenge is your paper"
What is the message that you are trying to get across with the work you do?
We live in the world where we are constantly judged by our appearance. We attract or repulse because of what we are, the way we talk or what we have.
Every woman deserves to be loved, respected and desired. We simply cannot lock the work to a certain standard.
Beauty is the eye of the beholder and women need to understand that.
Being fat doesn't make you less than a woman or less attractive. You'll be surprised by the number of guys who like curvy girls! We are what we are and we should just enjoy that.
What would you say to anyone who is trying to discover a career similar to yours?
Find a reputable agency, do tests shoots, send them to an agency and see what they say. It's not an easy industry and it's a serious job, so arm yourself with confidence, courage and look after yourself.


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The sequel focuses on three girls who are studying in Italy for the summer and they get lured back to a lot of familiar places. It turns out that the Slovakian stopover is actually part of a chain and you'll see the ins and outs of the whole organization and how they get people and kill them. Hostel: Part II starts immediately where the first film left off.
U.S. Release DateHostel: Part II release date was Friday, June 8, 2007.
On Blu-ray & DVDTuesday, October 23, 2007
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Rating MPAAR for sadistic scenes of torture and bloody violence, terror, nudity, sexual content, language and some drug content
In "Hostel: Part II", three young Americans studying art in Rome set off for a weekend trip when they run into a beautiful model from one of their classes. Also on her way to an exotic destination, the gorgeous European invites the coeds to come along, assuring them they will be able to relax and rejuvenate.
Will the girls find the oasis they are looking for? Or are they poised to become victims for hire, pawns in the fantasies of the sick and privileged from around the world who secretly travel here to savor more grisly pursuits?
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The 7 Steps To Run A Successful Holiday Rental Business
People love to go on holidays. When they are on a holiday, budget – through a constraint, they are ready to spend if they will get their money's worth.
Having a holiday rental service as a business can be a great way to earn good money with little investment. There is a lot of demand not only for hotels, cars and trucks, but the demand 4YACHT is also high these days.
Here are the 7 steps to run a successful holiday rental company:
- Business Model
There are a number of companies banking on the holiday crowd. Unless you have a set business model in hand, it can be very confusing and difficult to decide on what is to be done. If you are going to start a car or yacht rental business, you need to come up with a corresponding business plan.
- Competition
Next step is to study your competition. Read through their offers and packages to know what they provide to the customers. Understand their business models and plans. This will help you come up with a business model that is unique.
- Know Your Customer
Next is to read your customers. See what people look for when they are on a holiday. When you give what they are demanding, your business will flourish.
- Market Gap
Despite a number of holiday rental companies running successfully, there is bound to be some gap that you can tap into. Generally, companies tend to offer what other similar companies are offering, at the same cost or a slightly discounted rate. Identify where a demand-supply gap is and see if you can come up with a business model to bridge that gap.
- Funds
Next get your funds ready. You cannot wait for the holiday season to start, to start your business. You need to start it at least a month or two earlier so that you are all set and ready to take on the holiday crowd.
- Assets
In case of an automobile rental agency, accumulate your vehicles beforehand. If you are going to charter a boat or a yacht, it would be advisable to get a contract signed by the owner; so that you can be assured there will be no last minute disappointments.
- Trial Run
Have a trial run a few months before the season so that you get familiar with the business and are also aware of the issues one may run into.…


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The fabulous Alexander McQueen dress that the bride wore. I'm also loving Pippa's dress to - so flattering!
p.s. There were some seriously AMAZING hats at this wedding!
Yesterday I presented my Interior Design Senior Thesis!!
Hunky's cousin will be getting married this weekend!
This upcoming week is finals week!
I plan on being back in the groove starting this coming Monday. Hope you've all been doing well!
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Who's Hot and Who's Not: Bike Ranking Down, Measure 91 Fundraising Up
Friday, September 05, 2014
Merkley vs. Wehby: Labor Day Weekend is over, August has ended, and the unofficial start of election season has begun. At least one race has started to heat things up: both Merkley's and Wehby's campaigns launched fresh TV ads this week. Merkley's ad focused on attacking the Koch brothers and their influence on Wehby. Wehby's ad didn't even mention Merkley, and instead highlighted her own credentials as a job creator.
Stuff Dennis Richardson Says: Reactions to Richardson quotes: shock, disbelief, hilarity, and fear. They are captured in Stuff Dennis Richardson Says, a video released by the Democratic Party of Oregon, which has over 40,000 views on YouTube this week. Brace yourself.
Andrea Miller: The clear winner in Katu's televised debate over Measure 88 was the Executive Director of Causa, Oregon's immigrant rights organization. At one point during the debate, Miller's opponent was at a loss for words as she tried to refute Miller's reasoned and persuasive explanations for why Oregonians should vote "Yes.". Voting yes on the measure allows the DMV to issue limited driver cards to Oregon residents.
Yes on 91: The campaign working to bring nonpartisan primary election reform to Oregon has been racking up the funds. It has raised $623,000, far outpacing the opposition campaign, Protect Our Vote, which has raised only $20,000.*
Governor Vic Atiyeh: Former Gov. Vic Atiyeh passed away July 20 at the age of 91. Politcal leaders and community members gathered in the Oregon House chamber for a memorial service on Wednesday, where Atiyeh was remembered for his stalwart service and consummate ability to bring people together.
New Approach Oregon: The marijuana legalization campaign recently secured an editorial endorsement from the Oregonian, the first time the paper has supported a marijuana legalization measure. This is one of a growing number of endorsements from organizations and individuals including William Riggs, retired Oregon Supreme Court Justice and Richard Harris, Oregon's leading drug addiction expert.
Darren Karr: It looks like the former Republican candidate for governor who lost to Dennis Richardson in the primary is about to lose again. As GoLocal reports, Karr filed a federal lawsuit against the Oregon Secretary of State after his information did not appear in the voter's pamphlet. Karr is seeking damages for fees amounting to "four years of the Governor's salary and benefits" and "equitable relief as may be available under the law."
Cover Oregon: The board of Oregon's troubled health insurance exchange is scheduled to vote today on whether or not to dissolve the exchange and move its operations to the Oregon Health Authority and other state agencies. Still beset by technological difficulties, the exchange has long been a thorn in the sides of many politicians. We'll see how big the thorn truly is come November.
John Kitzhaber: Conservative talk show radio host Lars Larson filed a complaint with the Oregon Secretary of State's Office against the governor for allegedly violating campaign election laws. As GoLocal reports, the complaint refers to a public service announcement video starring the governor. "If it isn't against the law, it at least goes against the spirit of the law," Larson said.
Portland Development Commission: The East Portland neighborhood of Lents recently lost an important tenant: the corporate headquarters of insurance agency Assurey NW. The Portland Development Commission (PDC) lured the agency to the neighborhood in 2007 with over a million dollars in loans and $300,000 in grants. Maybe the PDC will soon learn that subsidizing wealthy companies might not be the best community-building strategy.
Oregon Department of Corrections: It is increasingly apparent that the 2012 murder of an inmate by another inmate at Snake River Correctional Institute could have been avoided. According to the state's reply to a $7.5 million lawsuit filed by the victim's widow, negligence by the Department of Corrections played a "substantial factor." There have been three murders of inmates by fellow inmates at Snake River since 2008.
#4: Portland's new ranking in the nation's Top 50 bike-friendly cities according to Bicycling magazine. Last year we were #1, but New York City took the top spot this year, with Chicago and Minneapolis coming in second and third. "Those cities are pretty far ahead with things such as bike-sharing and buffered bike lanes," Ian Dille, the guy who wrote the rankings, said. We'll see what the Bicycle Transportation Alliance has to say about that.
*[Full disclosure: The chief petitioner of the top two primary ballot initiative in Oregon is James Kelly, an investor in GoLocalPDX]
Related Slideshow: The Eight Political Types
What political type are you? The Pew Research Center says most Americans fall into eight groups. Can you find your match?
Steadfast Conservatives
Republicans who regularly attend religious services (55 percent attend at least weekly) and are very politically engaged. Steadfast Conservatives are mostly male (59 percent), non-Hispanic white (87 percent), and hold very negative thoughts towards immigrants/immigration.
Photo Credit: Denise Cross Photography,Day 36/366.....I Voted, Feb 5 036/366, Live look
Business Conservatives
If you are an individualist who invests in the stock market and believes the government is doing a bad job, then you might be a Business Conservative. Unlike Steadfast Conservatives, Business Conservatives believe that immigrants strengthen the country. Most Business Conservatives live in suburbs with 45 percent earning $75,000 a year or more.
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Solid Liberals
Educated liberals who are optimistic about the nation's future and who continually support President Obama (with 84 percent approving his job performance) and, you guessed it, faithfully vote Democrat. Unlike Business Conservatives who prefer the suburbs, 45 percent of Solid Liberals prefer to live in a city.
Photo Credit: "President Barack Obama, 2012 portrait crop" by Official White House Photo by Pete Souza
Young Outsiders
Are you a person that dislikes both Republicans and Democrats? Young Outsiders may lean towards the Republican Party, but heavily support the environment and liberal social policies, unlike their conservative counterparts. Also they are one of the youngest typology groups, with 30 percent under the age of 30. Young Outsiders are 73 percent non-Hispanic whites who think "poor people today have it easy because they can get government benefits without doing anything in return."
Photo Credit: Tucker Carlson, Tucker Carlson's Twitter Profile
Hard-Pressed Skeptics
Like Young Outsiders, Hard-Pressed Skeptics doubt Democrats and Republicans, but lean towards the Democratic Party view, although fewer than half approve of Obama's job performance. Difficult financial circumstances have left Hard-Pressed Skeptics to believe that "the poor have hard lives because government benefits don't go far enough to help them live decently."
Photo Credit: By Dorothea Lange, Farm Security Administration / Office of War Information / Office of Emergency Management / Resettlement Administration [Public domain], via Wikimedia Commons (image cropped)
Next Generation Left
You might just be a Next Generation Left if you're liberal on social issues: abortion, same-sex marriage and affirmative action. However, Next Generation Leftists deny the belief that racial discrimination is a barrier to success for racial minorities.
Photo Credit: Jfruh at the English language Wikipedia [GFDL (http://www.gnu.org/copyleft/fdl.html) or CC-BY-SA-3.0 Live look (image cropped)
Faith and Family Left
This group is highly diverse with 30 percent African-American and 18 percent foreign born. Faith and Family Left want a greater government role in programs such as aid for the poor. However, they are conservative when it comes to social issues, like opposing same sex marriage and legalizing marijuana, probably because the majority put religion and family first.
Photo Credit: Vinoth Chandar "play of light in santhome church" Live look (image cropped)
If you keep saying "I don't get it, I don't see myself as any of the types," you might just be a Bystander, which means you're the person on the sidelines. You're more interested in celebrities like Jay-Z and Beyonce (are they really getting a divorce?) than government and politics. Noteworthy that Bystanders don't registered to vote, but do love the outdoors. Some 66 percent of bystanders consider themselves an "outdoor person."
Photo Credit: By idrewuk (originally posted to Flickr as Hello hubbie!) [CC-BY-2.0 Live look, via Wikimedia Commons
Related Articles
- Political Typology: What Political Group Do You Belong To?
- Is Wehby the Last, Best Hope for Oregon GOP?
- Up Close and Sweaty: Gov. Kitzhaber's Keep-Fit Regime
- Lars Larson Files Elections Complaint Over Kitzhaber Video


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This week marks Hollywood's traditional springtime bacchanal of self-congratulatory events, a Swarovski-studded whirl that doesn't let up until the wee hours of Oscar night.
Some highlights:
On Wednesday, Women's Wear Daily and the Diamond Information Center host a party at a 75-year-old Moorish estate in Los Feliz. The theme of the decor, by event designers Rabin Rodgers Inc., is "Technicolor," and will feature dyed eggshells filled with diamonds. Pretty Babies, a band featuring actresses Samantha Shelton and Zooey Deschanel, will perform cover versions of 1920s and 1930s hits. The same night Courteney Cox and David Arquette welcome friends to a private home in Hollywood for a Vanity Fair-sponsored event. Fiona Apple is scheduled to perform.
On Thursday, Nicolas Cage, Salma Hayek and Russell Simmons are expected at a Holmby Hills home for a fund-raiser for Chrysalis, a nonprofit that helps the homeless. The event, sponsored by Vanity Fair and Guess, honors CAA president Richard Lovett and Kathy Nelson, Universal Pictures/Universal Music Group president.
And on Oscar night ...
After the requisite post-ceremony appearance at the Governor's Ball, hosted by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences at the Kodak Theatre, the stilettoed and tuxedoed hordes begin their limousine caravan throughout Beverly Hills and West Hollywood.


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The September issue of French Playboy, published under license by 1633, is themed "Gold edition". It will be the "fil conducteur" throughout the whole issue…anything that has to do with gold or is golden (like the silence for instance!).
The "Gold edition" features naked models covered in gold paint ( it is Playboy after all), an interview of 60's legendary designer Paco Rabanne, whose most recent masterpiece is a golden ornament work donned by the singer Shakira in parts of the "Gypsy" music video.
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After being such a chicken shit for so long, I have decided to do my own beauty blog! Thanks to my bestie Jeanice from Panda Blush, I finally have the courage to start this!
I've loved makeup for quite a few years already, mainly because my sister is in the modelling and makeup industry, so she is my biggest influence! I am quite lucky that I've had a sister and found some good friends that are so into makeup and introduce me a whole world of beauty :D
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