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This post isn't going to have pretty pictures, or light-hearted words, I'm sorry. In fact, it won't have many words at all, because you shouldn't really blog when you're angry. Right now, I am incredibly angry. I don't know a lot about this man, because I'm not strong enough to read any more about him tonight. All I know is from watching this video:
Most people won't even press play, and most of those who do will see that it is 30 minutes long, and they won't bother to watch it all.
I'm begging you to watch it.
I don't really know what else to say, I'm sorry. I'm too upset. Please watch the video, and get as many people as possible to do the same. Spread the word about this horrible man, and help to make it possible to have him arrested. Thank you.


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Navy rescue revisited 50 years on
Published on By Ms Dallas McMaugh (author), LSIS Sarah Williams (photographer)
Location(s): Jervis Bay, Australian Capital Territory
The last survivor of the 1966 sinking of dredge, WD Atlas has donated dramatic footage of the rescue operation to the Fleet Air Arm Museum.
Mr Sam De Vries made the donation mark the 50th anniversary of the tragedy, which claimed 13 lives off the coast of Jervis Bay on 20 May 1966.
Museum Director, Terry Hetherington, said that the video footage ensured Mr De Vries's colleagues and the Royal Australian Navy personnel involved in the rescue would be remembered.
"It was a privilege to speak with Mr De Vries because it was evident he still holds the Navy in high regard for the efforts of those members of the Fleet Air Arm who rescued him and the crew," Mr Hetherington said.
"Mr De Vries told me he places an 'In Memoriam' notice in national newspapers on the anniversary of the sinking every year to commemorate the loss of his shipmates.
"As this is the 50th anniversary he will no longer be doing this and he felt the Fleet Air Arm Museum was the most appropriate place to retain this historically valuable record."
Atlas sank in 10-metre seas and gale force winds at approximately 11pm on 20 May.
Two helicopters from 723 Squadron at HMAS Albatross left at dawn the next day to begin the search and rescue.
They battled 45-knot winds while winching up four survivors from the mountainous seas. The remaining 13 crew members from Atlas died. Only five bodies were found.
Crew members of the BHP bulk carrier, MV Iron Monarch took the footage as the ship attemped to assist.
Mr Hetherington said the video was an invaluable addition to the museum's archive.
"It is probably the only video from that era of a rescue at sea as it is being performed," Mr Hetherington said.
Daughters of Gordon Fairbairn, one of the four survivors rescued that day, had also contacted Mr Hetherington for the anniversary.
Their reaction to the footage was mixed, he said.
"On one hand they were pleased the footage had been made public on the anniversary, but also saddened by the psychological toll their late father must have experienced adrift in the stormy ocean with the bodies of his dead shipmates," Mr Hetherington said.
Commander Fleet Air Arm, Commodore Chris Smallhorn, recognised the efforts of the Squadron personnel.
"The dedication of the members 723 Squadron was impressive, skilfully executing what amounts to an enormously challenging rescue by any measure," he said.
"I am proud to celebrate those who 'stood to' for WD Atlas. I do so with the comfort and knowledge that if asked to do so today, as they have so many times in the past, the men and women of the Fleet Air Arm would be ready to help others in need. It's an honour to be part of their team," Commodore Smallhorn said.
The Fleet Air Arm Museum is at HMAS Albatross in Nowra, New South Wales - http://www.navy.gov.au/history/museums/fleet-air-arm-museum.


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Dear Fashionable Friends
Fall is on it's way! Well hopefully (Texas weather is crazyyyy). Nonetheless we are transitioning to a point where we can pull out the cardigans and booties which really excites me. I absolutely love layering – but don't push it. Fun Fact: I absolutely hate winter. If I am too cold I just become uncomfortable, so Fall is a good friend of mine.
As we approach fall that means we are approaching something else as well. Do you know what I am hinting at? Yup. the end of the year! I seriously can not believe it is already September. Time flies! I feel as though just yesterday I was walking the stage and wondering where the summer would take me.
As the year comes to an end I encourage you to reflect and I don't mean on just the fun times, the bad times too. Growing up my Dad would consistently sit me down to write down my goals. I know so many people have a habit of doing so right around New Years, but why wait until then? Start making those changes you want to see now.
This is why we must reflect first. In order to make changes you have to first figure out where the improvement is needed. The next few months I will be seriously reflecting on my life and I encourage you babes to do the same!
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If you're a dad then chances are you've heard of Braxton Hicks contractions and may have even found out the hard way. On the blog Giving Birth with Confidence , women share their experiences with how contractions in active labor feel. General pattern of uterine contractions of labour is maintained but intrauterine pressure during contraction hardly rises above 25mm Hg. If you haven't hit 37 weeks yet and you're having regular contractions, or if you have any of the signs of preterm labor listed below, call your provider immediately.
I'm going to have the kiddos build contractions with tiles and find them in their reading. Typically, Braxton Hicks contractions are not especially painful, but more uncomfortable than anything. Contractions are often described as a cramping or tightening sensation that starts in the back and moves around to the front in a wave-like manner.
Words like can't (can + not), don't (do + not), and I've (I + have) are all contractions. I basically would rest quite a bit because I was so uncomfortable with the contractions. Your practitioner has likely told you when to call if you think you're in labor (when contractions are five to seven minutes apart, for instance).
The character didn't yet understand the concept of contractions and I had to go in and take them out if I put them during the first draft. Using contractions in your writing often sounds more natural, especially if you are writing dialogue and want the conversation to sound real.
Words in parentheses are no longer commonly used, but some still exist in common expressions such as colla voce. Labor may begin soon after the mucus plug is discharged or one to two weeks later. Denise from Sunny Days in Second Grade provided the inspiration for this activity with her Creepy Contractions post.


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Yam Cookies
Japanese Yams have a dark, almost magenta colored skin and white flesh. They have a unique, creamy taste when baked. I love to make these in large batches and keep them in the refrigerator as a healthy dessert option. They are also great snack to take to the movies in a baggie!
I recently made a batch of these for my best friends wedding. I brought them to her suite, as she was getting ready for the big day. I was so happy I could provide a snack that would fuel her for the walk down the aisle without making her feel bloated or un-bride like.
Yam Cookies
- 3-4 Medium sized Japanese Yams
- Preheat oven to 400
- Slice yams into ¼ in rounds either by hand or on a mandolin.
- Place them in a single layer on a baking sheet and dry roast them for 40-50 minutes flipping halfway through.
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The Idiot Elif Batuman (2017)
Throughout the 423 pages of this novel, the first-person narrator, Selin, readily admits the many things that she does not know. "I didn't know what email was until I got to college" is her first sentence, and in the following pages we find that she doesn't know what a psychedelic poster might be, that she doesn't know about the wars between the Ottoman Turks and the Hungarians (despite being Turkish American), that she doesn't know what neural networking is. At age eighteen, Selin has never played squash and never had sex. When the topic of Italian films comes up, she says, "I didn't know anything about Fellini; my mental image was of a human-sized cat." (45)
Selin constantly juxtaposes funny lines and hilarious scenes with expression of her serious confusion about becoming a writer, which she accepts as her fate, and about falling in love, which she hasn't expected. She's a freshman at Harvard in the fall of 1995, just like the novelist Elif Batuman, and she skewers all of Harvard's pretentiousness in a most delightful way, while still putting on display the intelligence of her fellow students. Despite her protestations of ignorance on many fronts, Selin is a deep thinker, probing existential questions that only a very bright adolescent would consider.
At the same time, Selin is a naïve and introverted teenager, searching for hidden meaning in her class assignments, her email exchanges with her crush, and her discussions with friends in the cafeteria. It's not that she feels inadequate for the challenges of a Harvard education—she's well-read and quick with analysis. But she can spot the gaps in her knowledge.
Author Batuman went on after graduating from Harvard to earn a PhD in Russian literature, so it's not accidental that she calls her novel The Idiot. Dostoevsky's 1869 novel of the same title stars Prince Myshkin, who is such a good and decent fellow that he's deemed stupid by the self-aggrandizing, worldly people around him.
Dostoevsky's novel ends in tragedy. It's hard to say how Batuman's novel ends, and that's not because I'm avoiding spoilers. I'm a reader who clings to plot structure in novels, so the lack of a strong plot in Batuman's novel bothered me as I read. But I kept reading because the dialogue is so enjoyable and the depiction of a young woman on the edge of adulthood is so perceptive.
Here is Selin, discovering that men have the advantage in life: "I was overcome by the sudden sense of Ivan's freedom. I realized for the first time that if you were a guy, if you were some tall guy who looked like Ivan, you could pretty much stop to look at anything you wanted, whenever you felt like it. And because I was walking with him now, for just this moment, I had a special dispensation, I could look at whatever he was looking at, too." (177)
Batuman's The Idiot takes us through an entire year in the life of Selin, from her September arrival at Harvard through the following August, when she returns to the United States from Hungary, where she taught English for the summer. At the end, I was left wondering what the second academic year of college would hold for Selin, but I was happy to have shared her account of that first illuminating year.


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Inform – Issue 104
The latest Inform is now out in parishes and is filled with news and activities from across the Diocese.
Read it online now.
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Inform 104– March 2016
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California Day 3
Probably going to be a quick blog because I am SO tired right now..
So this morning I woke up pretty late (for me at least) and then just relaxed and got ready for the day. We were out by 11:00 & parted separate ways for food- my dad & brother at In N Out Burger and my mom and I at this cute & delish restaurant right outside the closest mall to us- Seasons 72... when you walk in you can just smell the fresh ingredients in the air! Plus each meal was under 475 calories!! We started with sparkling water & lime, split a flatbread- this place had so many choices! We got a fig & bacon flatbread- one with figs, bacon, onion, balsamic, arugula, and goat cheese.. it was perfect and so so filling! It was 8 total halves so we each got 2 full squares. Then we each had a "small salad" which weren't small by the way but they weren't huge so it was okay- plus they were amazing. I had the tomato, warm herb, and crusted mozzarella salad and my mom had the tomato & hass avocado salad with arugula. Both were delicious and very filling. Perfect start to a day of shopping.. for my brother. So overall our lunch was great- just fresh and light!
After many hours of shopping my mom and I were back at our hotel room with my brother & dad and getting ready for the rest of the night. After a long debate of where we should go for dinner we decided on this really nice sounding french place... well little did we know it was in the mall and in the strangest and most unknown spot. Sooner or later we found it and it definitely exceeded my expectations. First the water had a lime slice in it which was perfectly refreshing and then we had about 4 different waitors... one of them (who brought the bread) had 2 types of bread- wheat & french- both were amazing and tasted fresh baked. The butter was to die for... literally. We all ended up getting more food than we could even dream about actually eating... First as an appitizer for himself my brother got the bone marrow
I snuck a small bite! haha (this was absolutely delicious- especially the asparagus)
Then I had the Lobster Dumpling Soup- Lobster dumplings in a broth with pickled mushrooms on top.. perfect combination of flavors.
And for my main course I had the duck and canard confit- with cherry chutney, and pickled slaw.
Every element about it was special and complimentary to the other parts. I loved it.
And for dessert- well we all know what happens when you ask for the dessert menu just to look- I do that all the time (i just like to look for inspiration) well then you come across a beignet w/ butterscocth pot de creme. And that's how another 15 dollars is added to your meal. It was the best 15 dollars I've ever tasted though...
So that was my day 3 in the beautiful state of California... See you tomorrow with another blog hopefully full of light & fresh food!
XOXO -Cecilia A.


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ITH Tooth Fairy Pillow for my great-niece Maya...All made ITH including adding the lace that I designed and digitized...She asked me to make her one as I had made one for her little sister, Leila...I thought that Maya might have been a bit too old to get
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Some of the experts on fire and physicist said that this could not be possible because physically, Emma or Rose (her alternate name) has no mechanism to transfer the energy from her mind to the object while some paranormal experts said that Emma is not a firestarter, it's the unseen elements and ghosts who are always following the girl wherever she goes. They were responsible for the "questionable" fire. (Read the previous article about Em-Em of Antique)
Meanwhile, so many testimonies said that the previous incidents were true. Aside from her parents and neighbors, the Mayor of San Jose de Buenavista, Antique testified that he also witnessed that when the child said that the pillow will be burned, then it happened.
Meanwhile, there are no actual video footage recorded yet that Emma (Em-Em) - the so called "firestarter" of Antique physically creates a fire.
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They are my protection, my mood, my identity
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Over the last years, Roni has evolved into a multidisciplinary designer figure/semi artist, mixing different type of media to promote her style and art.
Roni plays on a thin line between reality and imagination, between awareness and awakening (or the opposite), conscious and consciousness twilight, transforming the surreal Israeli reality into a state of a dream.
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born on a Kibbutz and a fierce Tel-Avivian, Roni Bar forever gives an always changing and very urban interpretation to her past and present, that is uniquely her own.
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text: First Vietnamese elected to ILC VOV5 - Thursday, 02/07/2019, 12:10 Chia sẻ ILC VOV.VN - Dr. Nguyen Hong Thao has been elected as the Second Vice Chairman of the United Nations International Law Commission (ILC). It's an honour not only for Dr. Thao but also for Vietnam who has increased presence in global organizations. Dr. Nguyen Hong Thao, Second Vice Chairman of the United Nations International Law Commission (ILC) The UN International Law Commission (ILC) is one of the UN's most important legal organizations. Dr. Thao's election as ILC's Vice Chairman is an acknowledgement of his contributions to the Commission. Mr. Thao said "I want to share my knowledge and Vietnam's law practices with other countries to build common legal principles and settle arising problems of international law. I hope to make an international contribution which will impact all countries." Individuals nominated to the Commission should be legal experts with notable contributions to international law. Deputy Foreign Minister Le Hoai Trung said the Vietnamese Ministry of Foreign Affairs nominated Dr. Nguyen Hong Thao to the UN International Law Commission because Mr. Thao is a senior diplomat and expert on international public law, environmental and maritime law, and border demarcation. He has participated in many negotiations on territorial borders and had his books and articles on international law published. Deputy Foreign Minister Le Hoai Trung said "We have taken into consideration Doctor Thao's ability, experience, and academic qualification. He studied in the former Soviet Union and France. He has done research and lectured on international law, and has 40 years of experience in law-related areas, having assumed many important diplomatic positions." Members of the ILC at the 70th meeting in Geneva (Photo: VNA) When being the Vice Chairman of the National Border Committee, Mr. Thao played a major role in negotiations for completing land border marker planting with China, Lao, and Cambodia. As a law researcher, he put forward a number of proposals at forums and conferences on the East Sea. Since he was a member of the UN International Law Commission, and now Deputy Chairman of the Commission, Mr. Thao has actively participated in ILC's studies of global issues such as cyber crime, benevolent use of nuclear power, anti-terrorism, and the peaceful settlement of cross-border disputes. He has introduced Vietnam's consistent stance of law-based international relations. Mr. Thao said "All international legal and jurisdictional organizations follow the rule of law. Vietnam's membership of the UN International Law Commission shows our country's confidence and ability to take on international responsibility." Vietnam has accelerated global economic, cultural, social, and legal integration. Dr. Nguyen Hong Thao, the first Vietnamese official representing Vietnam and ASEAN to hold a leadership position in the ILC, shows international acknowledgement of Vietnam's role in global issues.


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Katina Monzon Director of Finance and Administration
Katina Monzon joined Umoja in October 2007 as Operations Manager. She is currently the Director of Finance and Administration.
Katina has a BA in Biology from Gustavus Adolphus College and a MS in Biotechnology from Northwestern. She worked in biological and pharmaceutical research for many years before joining the Umoja team.


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California wildfire roars to life, forces thousands to flee
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Thursday, November 8, 2018, 6:10 PM - Thousands of people in California have had to flee ahead of a wildfire that has consumed thousands of hectares of land and continues to grow, courtesy of strong winds.
Known as the Camp Fire, the blaze is burning in Butte County, in central California north of the state capital Sacramento. It began early Thursday morning, and and grew so rapidly that it reached some 18,000 acres (7,200 hectares) as of Thursday afternoon. As of Thursday evening, it remained zero per cent contained.
Aside from the winds, low relative humidity in the area was making firefighters' jobs harder, and the area was under a red flag warning Thursday.
Some 20,000 people have been ordered to evacuate, according to the Houston Chronicle, and multiple highways in the area have been closed.
So far, Calfire says "multiple" structures have burned, and several people have had to be treated for burns, though no fatalities have been reported as of yet. Around 30,000 customers are without power as a result of the fire.


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Kitties grow alongside flowers in the Garden of Cats exhibit
In the Mikhailovsky garden of the State Russian Museum grows an odd garden. Instead of daisies and roses, this garden grows cat's whiskers and pussy willows. Easels and green wooden stalks rise out of the grass, topped by photos of cats.
It's clearly not your typical garden. Presented by Fat Cat Art, this art installation shows pictures of cats among plants, as plants. (We heard you like cats and flowers…) The Garden of Cats features some fantastic photographers from Instagram and their feline companions.
video by @fatcatart
The collection of sweet-scented kitty flowers are the perfect combination of great photography, and some strong catty personalities. One such personality is @poonchic's gorgeous cat. Adorned with a crown of flowers, Poochnic looks like a beautiful fairy that seriously needs some pizzas because this catnip is some potent stuff, man.
Poochnic's personal paparazzi and owner shared some lovely words about what it's like to photograph this wild flower of a cat:
"The main thing that inspires me to photoshoot Poonchic is his unique character. He enjoys being the main point of attention and when he goes in front of camera his other side comes out. He poses for the camera and he knows it is time for shooting. Poonchic's attitude and personality is an inspiration for me to share his story with other people."
We hope that Poonchic and all the other cats will continue to grow and blossom (that's our last flower references, promise).
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Capital Facts: Ottawa is one clean city
In celebration of Canada's 150th birthday, the Citizen is rolling out one fact each day for 150 days until July 1, highlighting the odd, the fascinating and the important bits of Ottawa history you might not know about.
Ottawa was ranked one of the world's cleanest cities by Forbes in 2007. The capital city came fourth behind Calgary, Honolulu and Helsinki. To measure "cleanliness," Forbes considered how a city regulates its energy sectors, waste management systems and transportation infrastructure (roads, rail, air and subways). All taken together, it's a "formidable" challenge for a city to be clean and stay that way.
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Washington Coast
Unplanned adventures are the best ones! And that's exactly what happened in Washington. After a couple of days in Portland, we decided to go to the Washington coast with our friends Christian and Elle and their dog Forth. It was very last minute and just for one night. The coast was foggy and rainy, especially on Ruby Beach, but we loved that. Next day we decided to wake up early and catch the first sun rays on La Push. Check out the photos below and see how magical the light was with all the ocean fog! We also spotted a bald eagle and sea otters!
In collaboration with Bridge & Burn brand we took some photos of our matching shirts for their hashtag #itsokaytomatch. Their coats also kept us warm in that cold and rainy weather!


text: Whether it's a group of friends gathered around a kitchen table, or a quick catch-up over coffee and cake, food has a way of bringing people together. It's no different at Alpha. We start with food, because it's a great way to encourage community and get to know each other.


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Gigi Dumont never forgot how she walked away from the only man she ever loved.
She's a teacher who has led her students to the finals of an international French competition to be help in Paris. The night before the trip, the Principal tries to cancel the trip before he, in turn, loses his job to her high school boyfriend, Sean Collins.
Sean Collins has survived cancer, a divorce , and Gigi having aborted their child back in high school. He assumed he'd hate her, if they ever crossed paths again. But he discovers she's exactly what he wants.
When Gigi and Sean are stuck together for a week in Paris, Gigi feels she has lost all her control. How can she survive her attraction to Sean? The man's sexier now than he was back in the day, and once upon a time, he'd had her heart. She finds herself falling for him, even knowing forever is impossible.
Payback time. Standing in his mother's kitchen, Sean Collins smiled as he hung up the phone.ABOUT Victoria Pinder
He hovered at the phone for a moment, then charged along the carpeted hallway to his bedroom. In a flash, he changed from his T-shirt and jeans into his black pin stripe king-of-the-business-world suit complete with black tie and shiny black shoes.
Finished dressing, Sean jittered at the door and listened to his son talking nonstop to his mother upstairs. His skin tingled and he closed his eyes. At least moving to his parents' country estate where he had grown up on Cape Cod had been good for everyone.
Breakfast could wait. He grabbed the keys on the counter downstairs, and he called upstairs, "I'm leaving. I won't be gone long."
Last year, the school principal had fired him with bogus charges. Sean had sworn on every holy book that he'd been fired because his doctors had discovered cancer in a routine physical exam.
The sickness sucked. But he'd survived. And now he used his vast wealth to get what he wanted. No teacher should be treated so callously. He had taken the job at the time to prove to himself he had more choices than being the chief financial officer of his father's corporation.
He set his jaw and walked outside to his car, where the smell of freshly cut grass hit his senses.
The moment he stepped outside and headed toward the garage, Sean stared at the vast forested area on the property for a moment and pressed his lips together. Trees made sense. Women never had. His luck with women had been bad from the start. His first girlfriend, Gigi Dumont, had left him for parts unknown, and then later his wife, now his ex, Jennifer, had also left. She'd played with a whole set of loose scruples. But Jennifer hadn't hurt him, not like Gigi had. Sean rolled his shoulders. Why did everything in his life always seem to go back to Gigi leaving?
He fished out his keys from his pocket. And now Gigi had moved back into the house next door.
Sean opened the garage door. A quick click of a button and the gate lifted.
Last night he hadn't slept. Today his shoulders were straight. This moment had nothing to do with women and everything to do with justice. His fingers traced the shiny finish of his brother Gerard's Aston Martin. Without blinking, he opted to borrow the car. He'd be early and outshine everyone else. Gerard had offered to loan it to him specifically for today. Sean licked his lips and turned the key, igniting the engine, and took off.
A daydream flashed in his eyes. Principal Murray's jaw dropped to the ground in shock the second Sean stepped inside the office with the papers.
Sean clutched the wheel. He intended to twist the knife even further. People like Mr. Murray gave businessmen around the world the reputation of cold, heartless automatons, especially when he claimed the firing had been over "job performance." Every one of Sean's students had passed the state assessments.
Now, Sean ran the finances for his parents, his father's company, and his brothers. The support of his family to get him through cancer treatments had been phenomenal, but what if he hadn't had that support? What if he'd had no money to pay for treatments? He'd be dead because the principal had fired him due to the insurance increases. Well, now Sean had a better solution.
Victoria Pinder grew up in Irish Catholic Boston before moving to the Miami sun. She always wrote stories
She is represented by Dawn Dowdle of Blue Ridge Literary Agency and she hopes to continue selling her novels.
Website: http://www.victoriapinder.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/victoriapinder1
Twitter: https://twitter.com/victoriapinder
Blog: http://victoriapinder.com/?cat=6
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/8120316.Victoria_Pinder


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Robin Hood In the Press
'They don't say "No" here. Like the sword fights, on Broadway there would just be rounds of discussion. Here there's nothing they won't do. It's all "I'll do it, sure!"' Douglas Carter Beane
And so Robin Hood has come to an end, after an incredible week of performances to sold-out auditoriums - we even had to add an extra performance.
The positive reaction of our audiences has been overwhelming, including AADA Alumni and two time Tony Award winner Christine Ebersole who personally congratulated us on our performances.
Our esteemed writer and director Douglas Carter Beane was interviewed by Playbill.com and OnStage Blog about Robin Hood and his experience working with our company.


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ATLANTA, GA - Meadows & Ohly is delighted and dismayed to announce that building manager, Kelly Ryan, will be retiring effective March 31, 2016. Kelly has been with M&O for 8 ½ years. He has been an integral part to the startup and management of Piedmont Medical Plaza in Newnan for the past 4 years. Prior to this assignment, Kelly worked at Southern Regional Medical Center, and he has trained and mentored many new building managers during his time at M&O. Kelly's direct manager, Eric Hufham, said:
"At Meadows & Ohly the foundation of who we are as a company is defined by our Exceptional People. Kelly Ryan is one of the finest building managers we have ever had. He has represented Meadows & Ohly with excellence. We will surely miss him but wish him well in retirement."
Kelly's experience, knowledge, and leadership will truly be missed, but we congratulate him as he starts a new chapter in his life.


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DescriptionThey say great minds think alike... that's how we know you'll agree that this chic dress is super fab! Whether you choose to pair this adorable frock with your fave pumps or brand new flats, there's no mistaking, this dress can do no wrong! This dress features round neckline, short sleeve design, cutout detail, followed by a bodycon fit.
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About Clear water
Globally active companies – foremostly energy producers – are facing a new terrain of risk shaped by rapidly changing political conditions in the Middle East and a series of disastrous corporate scandals. After September 11th and the Enron collapse, the frontiers of political risk and corporate governance have changed dramatically. And the demands on risk management have multiplied in consequence.
The shift in the global paradigm means international companies are being stretched to manage both emerging political risks and compliance with stringent legislation and regulations on corporate governance. And there is a crucial link between both elements of risk. Companies now need to respond to political events – which can throw up opportunities as well as dangers – by ensuring business initiatives are not only viable politically, but are also legally safe and preserve reputation.
The increased requirements for risk evaluation and due diligence imposes a growing burden on company legal and security departments. Compliance in all legal respects – including environmental laws and money laundering legislation – has become an important corporate activity.
Clearwater can help companies to reduce the burden they face. It has available global expertise on the management of risk in the oil industry and offers a way for companies to outsource research capabilities that are required to stay on top of events and minimise the legal and political threats in today's business environment.
Clearwater Research Services specialise in research for the hydrocarbon and natural resource industries, undertaking country analysis, political risk studies and due diligence investigations.
Clearwater is a relatively new company. Formed in early 2002 by successful oil investors, legal due diligence experts and petroleum journalists. Highly experienced in information gathering, our team has individually advised oil companies, law firms, accountancy practices, corporate investigators and government decision-makers across four continents.
The creation of Clearwater comes at a time when foreign investment and commodity trading is becoming increasingly subject to laws and provisions with extra-territorial provision.


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Was playing around with strobist style shooting, with yours truly aka myself 🙂 Kinda of like the results regardless of what you guys think 😛
Setup was a 430EXII on the table bare and snooted red gel d-lite on to the back, triggered by STE-2 and skyports with 30D on the table. Wohoo!!!
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A group of Los Altos School District parents and community leaders have joined forces to advocate for exploring existing-land solutions to create a 10th school site for the district.
The group recently launched a website, Creative Facilities Solutions at creativefacilitiessolutions.org, to explore existing-land options in parallel with the district's efforts to purchase a new school site.
The site's launch comes two and a half years after voters passed Measure N, a bond that raised $150 million to find a permanent solution for a 10th school site and fund upgrades to all campuses in the district.
"Since November 2014, the district has diligently pursued options for suitable land," group officials said in a statement. "However, limited land options, high real estate prices and the need to make certain proposed land meets the health and safety standards for a school make a permanent solution involving the acquisition of new property time-consuming and difficult."
The Creative Facilities Solutions website outlines two ideas that would create two new schools without purchasing a large plot of new land. Both involve integrating Bullis Charter School at either the Egan Junior High or Covingtion School site through "smarter utilization" of the existing campuses, such as construction of two-story buildings.
"The district would save money that would otherwise be spent acquiring and, as necessary, remediating a new land site, resulting in two new schools rather than just one and millions of dollars left over for improvements for every school within the district," group officials said.
The group contends that this solution would allow construction to be completed sooner and that more students would see immediate benefits of Measure N funding through upgrades and improvements to technology and facilities at all district campuses.
"Through the smarter utilization of the more than 116 acres of land already owned by the district, the Measure N money will be distributed more evenly across every school in the district," said Los Altos Hills City Councilman John Radford, a member of the group. "We feel that this option not only keeps the spirit of Measure N, but also keeps to the spirit of community and collaboration that reflect our community values."
Seeking solutions
Los Altos School District Superintendent Jeff Baier and district board members said they continue to pursue new land for a 10th site because they've received repeated public input that buying new land should be the No. 1 priority in allocation of Measure N funds.
According to Baier, the district has been "diligent" in its work to identify a solution for the enrollment growth problem, not just for the current year, but also to address the expected growth from the significant amount of high-density housing development planned in Mountain View and Los Altos.
"LASD has gone to the community repeatedly to collaborate around creative solutions through community forums, committee work and task force," Baier wrote in an email to the Town Crier. "This information is readily available on our website
(lasdschools.org). Though the community reviewed solutions much like those presented on this new website, each time the eventual recommendation has been to pursue the acquisition of additional land for a 10th school site. We are focused on this approach right now. Should the need arise, we will refocus our efforts to review options again to densify our existing school sites."
In addition to Radford, the list Creative Facilities Solutions members includes former Los Altos Mayor Lou Becker, former district Board of Trustees President Ginny Lear, Bullis Charter School Board of Directors Chairman John Phelps, former Los Altos Mayor Jane Reed, Los Altos resident John Reed and district parents Randy Salim and Amanda Oakson.
Group members said they seek to open a dialogue to discover the best solution.
Visit creativefacilitiessolutions.org for more information.


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I am trying to figure out a compatible lens for my Canon EOS 60D. A Tamron lens is my preferred option as I used to have one for my old Minolta when I used 35mm film. The motor in my EOS 60D is a USM. I believe I need a USD Tamron lens, but I am unsure. I see HLD Tamron lens on the market that make reference to APS-C format but I am unsure if this is compatible with my EOS 60D. Advice is welcome.
There is no autofocus motor in the 60D, the autofocus motor is always in the lenses.
Your 60D works with lenses designed for the EF or EF-S mounts(*), and lens that work on the 60D will always state this. The EF-S is specific to APS-C cameras, the EF mount is for full-frame or APS-C cameras. Keep in mind that on a 60D (APS-C) the field of view of the lens is reduced compared to what it provided on a film/fullframe camera, this make it appear at a longer focal length, so a "standard" 50mm lens on a APS-C makes it look like a short 80mm tele, and the "standard" focal length on APS is therefore around 35mm.
(*) There are two other mounts types for Canon lenses: EF-M and RF. These will only work on mirrorless cameras.


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Mourinho won't rule out Barca
Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho has refused to rule out the challenge of Barcelona in the race for the La Liga title.
Los Blancos opened up a seven-point lead on their great rivals over the weekend, winning 3-1 against Real Zaragoza at the Santiago Bernabeu before Pep Guardiola's side struggled to a 0-0 draw against Villarreal at El Madrigal.
Barca keeper Victor Valdes has since claimed the Catalan giants will need to win all 18 of their remaining games to retain the crown for a fourth consecutive season, while sections of the Spanish press have written off the European champions.
However, 'the special one' doesn't go along with that theory, and insists Barcelona remain a huge threat in the race for the domestic honour.
"Is seven points a lot? The press might think so, but I disagree," Mourinho told Lusa during an interview.
"The people who write that we are the new champions and that Barcelona can't bounce back are the same people who previously tried to create divisions and conflicts at Madrid.
"They will claim that we are in crisis again as soon as we spill points again. They're the ones trying to undermine the balance at Madrid. I am calm though and ready to deal with anything good or bad."
Mourinho will be eager to avoid dropping points in Madrid's next match, when the last season's runners-up travel to Getafe on Saturday.
As for Barca, they face Valencia in a Copa del Rey semi-final tomorrow night, having knocked out Madrid over two-legs in the last eight of the competition.News Now - Sport News


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John Deady and his deep sea charter boat 'Kerry Coleen' offer reef and shark angling as well as general inshore angling. Sea-life tours are also available from Fenit harbour in County Kerry.
The West End Bar is located in the picturesque fishing village of Fenit, County Kerry, overlooking Tralee Bay and the Dingle Peninsula, approximately 12km from Tralee. The guesthouse is well situated as a base for anglers and golfers.
The South West Coast of Ireland offers some of the best sailing and the best selection of marinas in Irish waters.
Fenit is located close to Fenit Harbour in County Kerry. This is a sandy beach and is also a Special Area of Conservation (SAC) and proposed Natural Heritage Area (pNHA).
Tralee Bay Sea Safari is a unique way to see the Kerry coastline on board the 9m rib "Explorer" catering for everything from stags/hens eco tours, birthday parties to corporate days out.
Nestled in the heart of Tralee Bay and surrounded by breath-taking scenery.
West End Bar & Restaurant in Fenit harbour is located 200metres from the Pier gates on R558, 10km from Tralee Town Centre. Overlooking Tralee Bay, Brandon Point & Fenit Lighthouse.
Great Samphire Island is a small rock in Tralee Bay around which is built the harbour and port of Fenit.
Right on the North Shore of Tralee Bay, a stunning traditional pub offering the very best in locally sourced food, craic and iconic beverages. Offering customers a chance to meet the locals while enjoying amazing panoramic views of Tralee Bay.
Wild Water Adventures are experts when it comes to adventure. Specializing in coasteering, wild swimming, open water swimming and sea kayaking. So there is something for everyone. Come join the adventure.
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Chemcare has technicians specialising in asbestos removal, properly trained to dispose of the hazardous material.
Chemcare is IICRC certified and our technicians follow the correct S520 standards for mould removal.
Biohazards include hoarding, sewage leakage or animal infestation. Trauma and crime scenes require professional, specialist help that undertake removal and decontamination
Chemcare will achieve a high standard of restoration for fire and a healthy and safe standard to a flood damaged homes.
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Our team at Threshold Housing wants to thank our community for the support we received in 2017. We want to thank all the people who helped us with our Shine a Light on Youth campaign during the months of November and December. From generous donors to all the individuals who showed up on event day and helped us make it a special day! We have posted photos from the Shine a Light on Youth event on November 25th when we lit up the tree in Bastion Square on our social media accounts. (Photos are also posted at the end of this post)
For daily updates please follow our Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram pages @THSVic.
We also want to thank the businesses and organizations in our community who helped us create more opportunities for youth in 2017. With the help of these businesses we are able to offer youth programming that is based off their interests. This allows youth to feel empowered and motivated to succeed. We also could not do this work without the fundraisers that are held for us. Thank you to the organizers of these events as well as the people who continuously support us by attending these events. We were also able to make the holidays special for the youth in 2017 with the help from generous community members and Coast Capital Savings. We are not able to make Threshold a home for youth without the support from our community. We truly believe it takes a village.
Photos from Shine a Light on Youth event on November 25th in Bastion Square:
The Soundings Choir – http://soundingsmusic.ca/
Robbie Hancock – https://www.robbiehancock.com/
Staff members – Lindsay and Kara
Staff Member – Graham
Program Director Jody and the director of development from Children's Health Foundation Jessica Bell interviewing with the Ocean 98.5.
Staff Member Susan and Board Chair Andrew Reeve
The tree we lit up with 10,000 lights to Shine a Light on Youth. The goal of this Christmas Campaign was to highlight the need for youth housing. Each light is a sign of hope to homeless youth in Greater Victoria that darkness will give way to light in a community that cares for and cherishes its youth.


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At least 24 people, including four children, were killed and nearly 50 injured on Sunday when a powerful remote-controlled bomb targeted a passing convoy of security forces near a busy market here in northwest Pakistan.
The blast, believed to be an IED explosion, targeted the convoy of Frontier Corps on their way to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's capital Peshawar from Kohat district but narrowly missed it.
Javed Marwat, Deputy Commissioner of Peshawar, said, "17 people were killed in the remote control blast."
In South Waziristan, a rocket attack killed four people and injured 12 others while in the North Waziristan tribal region, a roadside bomb killed three security personnel, officials said.
Marwat told reporters that the injured were shifted to Lady Reading Hospital and condition of some of them were critical.
According to police the bomb was planted in a car and was triggered when the convoy approached was passing through Badaber area of Peshawar.
Bomb Disposal Squad official Abdul Haq said 40-50 KG of explosives were used in the blast, which also destroyed 10 vehicles and several shops.
After the blast gunshots were exchanged between security forces and the terrorists.
No group claimed responsibility for the attack.
President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif have strongly condemned the blast.


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"We are here to show that Italy has to behave like the countries of Central Europe – said the leader of Forza Nuova, Roberto Fiore -. He must close the borders, and the closure does not affect our neighbors the French, Austrian and Spaniards. In regards to this huge flow, which is artificially created, that is from Central Asia and from Africa, comprising 97% of economic immigrants and perhaps more. These refugees, mostly males, come to benefit from social welfare facilities ".
Close The Borders
by Francesco LaTorre / Sunday, 21 February 2016 / Published in Uncategorized
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Job Description
Title: Director of Specialties
Department: Medical Specialties
Reports To: Chief of Medicine
EEOC: First/Mid-Level Officials & Mgrs.
FLSA Status: Exempt
The Director, Medical Specialties is responsible for assuring that the Medical Specialties Department addresses the changing needs of the Cornell Scott-Hill Health Corporation's diverse population. The Director will direct and coordinate all specialty programs throughout Cornell Scott-Hill Health Center.
CS-HHC's Expectations of all Employees
- Adheres to all CS-HHC Policies and Procedures
- Conducts self in a manner that represents CS-HHC's Values at all times
- Maintains a positive and respectful attitude with all work-related contacts
- Communicates regularly with supervisor about Departmental and CS-HHC concerns
- Consistently reports to work on time, prepared to perform the duties of the position
- Meets productivity standards and performs duties as workload necessitates
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Responsible for the overall operations of the Department and adhere to all Federal and State Regulations and guidelines.
- Supervises and evaluates assigned personnel in the performance of their required duties. Provides appropriate feedback and conducts timely, fair and accurate performance reviews.
- Develops goals and objectives for the department and develops systems to assess the progress toward the goals.
- Develops and manages the annual budget for the Department and all grants therein.
- Develops the plans, policies, and procedures to meet identified health needs of the population.
- Evaluates the various components of the Department to ensure productivity and effectiveness of services, including the preparation of reports and data analysis.
- Serves as Program Director for grants and prepares regular required reports for CS-HHC and the State of Connecticut or other grantors as needed.
- Encourages CS-HHC Providers to send consults to the Department to generate referrals.
- Assesses the health needs of the community and develops or proposes programs that serve to meet these needs.
- Maintains networking with other agencies and health care providers.
- Formulates and engages in outreach programs to target program services to high risk patients.
- Collaborates with the various CS-HHC departments, Medical and Administrative staff in evaluating the health needs of patients and develops or proposes programs that serve to meet these needs.
- Participates in committees, conferences, seminars, etc.
- Performs all other duties as assigned by management.
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies and skill sets:
Skill Set; Communications
Oral Communication – The ability to express oneself clearly in conversations and interactions with others. Speaks clearly and can be easily understood. Organizes ideas clearly in oral speech. Expresses ideas concisely in oral speech. Summarizes or paraphrases his/her understanding of what others have said to verify understanding and prevent miscommunication.
Written Communication – The ability to express oneself clearly in business writing. Expresses ideas clearly and concisely in writing. Organizes written ideas clearly and signals the organization to the reader (e.g. through an introductory paragraph or through the use of headings). Writes using concrete, specific language. Spells correctly. Writes grammatically. Uses punctuation correctly.
Interpersonal Awareness – The ability to notice, interpret, and anticipate others' concerns and feelings, and to communicate this awareness empathetically to others. Understands the interests and important concerns of others. Notices and accurately interprets what others are feeling, based on their choice of words, tone of voice, expressions, and other non-verbal behavior. Understands the unspoken meaning in a situation. Says or does things to address others' concerns.
Customer Orientation – The ability to demonstrate concern for satisfying one's external and/or internal customers. Quickly and effectively solves customer problems. Talks to customers to find out what they want and how satisfied they are with what they are getting. Lets customers know he/she is willing to work with them to meet their needs. Helpful, positive manner with peers, subordinates and customers.
Skill Set; Achieve Results
Technical Expertise – The ability to demonstrate depth of knowledge and skill in key work process areas. Is sought out as an expert to provide advice or solutions in his/her area. Is knowledgeable in the tools used to support key work processes. Can train and coach key work processes to staff in their area. Is aware and follows agency policy and procedures consistently.
Initiative – Identifying what needs to be done and doing it before being asked or before the situation requires it. Seeks out others involved in a situation to learn their perspective. Takes independent action to change the direction of events.
Results Orientation – The ability to focus on the desired results of one's own work, setting challenging goals, focusing efforts on the goals, and meeting or exceeding them. Maintains commitment to goals in the face of obstacles and frustrations. Finds or creates ways to measure performance against goals. Has a strong sense of urgency about solving problems and getting work done.
Thoroughness – Ensuring that one's own work and information are complete and accurate. Sets up procedures to ensure high quality of work (e.g. review meetings). Verifies information. Checks the accuracy of own work. Develops and uses systems to organize and keep track of information or work in progress. Carefully prepares for meetings and presentations.
Skill Set; Self-Management
Stress Management – The ability to continue to function effectively when under pressure and maintain self-control in the face of hostility or provocation. Remains calm under stress. Can effectively handle several problems or tasks simultaneously. Controls his/her response when criticized, attacked, or provoked. Maintains an appropriate sense of humor under difficult circumstances.
Personal Credibility – Demonstrated concern that one be perceived as responsible, reliable, and trustworthy. Does what he/she commits to doing. Is honest and forthright with people. Takes responsibility for own mistakes; does not blame others. Conveys a command of the relevant facts and information.
* Competencies sourced from "The Value Added Employee" by Edward J Cripe and Richard S. Mansfield, Copyright 2002 by Workitect Inc.
Education: Mid-Level provider (NP, APRN, PA-C) with the appropriate degree from an accredited school and current CT licensure. All mid-level providers must have current Basic Life Support/CPR Certification.
Experience: Minimum of three (3) years related experience of which one (1) year is in the area of community or public health. One (1) year supervisory experience required and two (2) years experience in community or public health. Experience working with medical specialties is preferred.
Knowledge/Abilities: Supervisory and leadership skills are essential. Ability to develop community resources and relationships and identify community health center needs required. Knowledge of budgeting is required.
Physical Demands/Working Conditions
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand or sit for extended periods of time. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Travel within the State of Connecticut is required on an as needed basis with occasional travel outside the State.
How to Apply
Cornell Scott – Hill Health Center
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At Caffe Delucchi, located in the heart of North Beachat the intersection of Columbus and Stockton, we pride ourselves on our reinterpretation of the classic Italian caffe. From omelettes to paninis, fresh housemade pastas to sumptuous desserts our menu combines local flavors with the classic tastes of Italy to create a contemporary style all our own. We invite you to enjoy all that we have to offer.
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Robert Dippold
Partner & President, Digital Strategy
Rob began his music career in marketing and rose to General Manager at Ruffhouse Records, a pioneering Sony Music record label which has sold over 100 million albums worldwide with artists Lauryn Hill, The Fugees, Cypress Hill, Wyclef Jean, Kris Kross and others. He has extensive history working in the music industry from marketing and promotion to publishing, management and merchandising.
Rob served at Warner Music Group's distribution arm, W.E.A. Corp. in 2003, developing retail and account based marketing initiatives for WMG artists including T.I., Linkin Park, Metallica, Missy Elliot, Sean Paul and others.
In 2005, Dippold became Partner & General Manager of Trustkill Records, an independent industry-leading entertainment company partnered with Sony and Universal Publishing. Trustkill was instrumental in launching and breaking influential bands in the metal and hardcore rock scene including Bullet For My Valentine, Eighteen Visions, Poison The Well amongst others. Under the Trustkill brand, Rob was actively involved in the digital & mobile technology space including developing and launching "MobileThreat" the first ever mobile content destination platform dedicated to the metal & punk music genres, as well as other lifestyle branded websites and virtual reality communities.
In 2010, he became a Partner & President of Digital Strategy & Marketing at Primary Wave Entertainment where he is charged with developing creative digital marketing campaigns, strategic partnerships, as well as building e-commerce, and direct to fan initiatives. In addition, Dippold also actively seeks, signs, and develops talent and new business opportunities. Most recently Rob's work on Def Leppard's 30th Anniversary of Hysteria album was named "Best Music Marketing Campaigns of 2017" by Music Ally's Sandbox.
Dippold attended The Pennsylvania State University, and received a Bachelor of Science degree from the School of Business in Marketing and Management.
Mike Fordham
Streaming & Playlist Marketing Specialist
Mike Fordham launched his music business career while studying radio at Hofstra University. When he wasn't on air at WRHU, writing album reviews for the school paper or booking bands on campus, Mike worked for Sony Music's famed college marketing program. Here, he promoted artists at college campuses and independent retail. This led to an internship at ATO Records, a sales gig at Legacy Recordings and later a marketing position at the respected indie label Razor & Tie. He worked his way up from an assistant to product manager over the course of three years (honing such skills as artist development, radio promotion and tour marketing). A chance meeting led to Mike handle marketing and campaign management at Pledge Music in 2011. Because of his prowess for recruiting artists to work with the platform, he transitioned into a role in A&R.
Alisha Franxman
Manager, Digital Marketing
Alisha graduated from Middle Tennessee State University in 2013 where she studied Music Business. While in school, she worked as a graphic designer for local Nashville music venues and was elected VP of Public Relations in the National Society of Collegiate Scholars. She began her marketing career in 2012 interning for Vector Management's Nashville division, working on digital media projects for artists including Michael McDonald, Lynyrd Skynyrd, and Kings of Leon. Upon graduation, Alisha began leading marketing campaigns and creative direction for country artists at a boutique PR firm in Nashville. In 2016, Alisha moved to New York where she has secured brand collaborations with The Fat Jewish and Rozes. Alisha now works with our clients to develop their branding and online presence, and translate marketing objectives into clear creative strategies.
Jordan Moran
Director, Digital Marketing
Jordan is a music lover born in Hot'Lanta, raised in Music City, and made in Rock'lahoma. Specializing in Digital Strategy, Paid Social Advertising, and Wikipedia Management, he has supported clients including The Weinstein Company, Joel Osteen, Burlington Coat Factory, Gavin MacLeod ("The Love Boat"), Julie Moran ("Entertainment Tonight"), Christian Broadcasting Network, and more. With music in his heart and a talent for business, he has successfully helped entertainers build relationships with their fans through digital marketing.
Jacob Lawrence
Manager, Digital Marketing
Lorena Garcia
Digital Marketing Coordinator
After being introduced to music as a young child from family and peers, Lorena's passion for the industry has continued to develop throughout her life. When she first moved to New York City in 2013, after attending the University of Tampa studying Advertising and Public Relations for two years, she began her first internship at the non-profit black box theater called The Tank. There, Lorena began to further understand the emerging arts scene in an intimate setting, assisting with social media management and volunteering during the shows. In 2015, she joined the non-profit music organization and venue National Sawdust for a digital marking internship during its inaugural season. Lorena accepted a full-time position as Social Media Manager in 2016 after finishing her associates in Liberal Arts at Borough of Manhattan Community College. She worked closely with the artist to develop and execute digital marketing plans as well as managing the organization's channels. Lorena is originally from East Hampton, NY. She is currently completing a Digital Marketing Certificate with Cornell.
Shauna Carnegie
Digital Marketing Coordinator
With her expertise and passion for pop culture, fashion and urban music, Shauna brings years of creative development experience to our team. In 2014 she graduated from Hampton University with a degree in Broadcast Journalism and Marketing. Her undergraduate studies brought her all the way to Salamanca, Spain, where she studied the Spanish language and culture. Upon graduating, her first job in entertainment was at Walt Disney's ESPN, where she found her niche developing content designated to the intersection of sports, music and fashion. There she honed her creative skills, nurtured her leadership abilities and created content that reached millions of people in over 16 different countries worldwide. A Native New Yorker, and music lover, Shauna has successfully worked on multi-million dollar marketing campaigns, specializes in strategy and organization, and creating content that leaves people wanting more.
Mark Standish
Creative Direction, Design, Web Development (Visual Natives)
Carl Timpone
Creative Direction, Photography, Design (Visual Natives)
Rob Neilson
Content Marketing


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Our Volunteer for May is Carmel O'Keefe
This month we are featuring Carmel as our volunteer of the month! Carmel currently sits on our board of directors, is the chair of our Fundraising Committee and her daughter Annabelle is in ride 3.
Carmel has actually been a western rider since she was 8 years old although she has never been able to take formal lessons. She started volunteering at Lancers as a member of our board of directors over two years ago as she had a special interest in therapeutic riding. Since then, she has kindly volunteered her time with fundraising, revising administration manuals, designing a marketing brochure, and even with BBQ's!
When asked what she enjoys most about Lancers, Carmel explained that her "favourite part of Lancers is the unique opportunity it provides for an entire city to experience the incredible beauty and strength of horses. The location of the barn and the Lancers' history are untapped Halifax treasures". While it was easy for Carmel to share what she loves about Lancers, she found it harder to choose her favourite horse. "I have had crushes on so many over the years - Cash, Willow, Zero," Carmel explained, "but my heart is taken with Bella, and not just because she shares her name with my daughter". In a similar vein, Carmel's favourite memory of Lancers was when she saw the riders in their red jackets during a Musical Ride practice for the first time. "It was truly inspirational", she added.
For Carmel, volunteering at Lancers is unique because "her life-long love of horses is re-kindled every time I turn into the driveway on Bell Road. My other volunteer roles didn't have a horse component so there's no contest! When not volunteering, she enjoys going to the gym, playing trivia and crib (versus cribbing!)."
In the future, Carmel sees herself, over the next several years, "playing a role in increasing public awareness, access and value for horses in the lives of those who experience a variety of abilities, marginalization and building life skills".
Thank you, Carmel, for playing such an important role at Lancers! We appreciate all of your hard work.


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The Group Buy will still be open until 5/25. If we do reach 250 quantities by then, we will lower the price and refund all the current orders.
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This is a selection of some of my favorite summer crops paintings. There are 8 note cards (these aren't folding cards — think thick postcards) in the set, two of each painting. The back side is blank and has my name and website printed in small text. These are a nice, heavyweight paper and they come with white envelopes. The cards measure approximately 4"x6." They are packaged in a clear plastic sleeve.
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(I meant to record this sermon, but I goofed and my iPad presented me with a blank file when I was done speaking. So I post the text here. Some off-script ad-libbing is missing.)
The Epistle for 2nd Sunday in Advent:
"Whatsoever things were written aforetime were written for our learning, that we through patience and comfort of the scriptures might have hope. Now the God of patience and consolation grant you to be like-minded one toward another according to Christ Jesus: that ye may with one mind and one mouth glorify God, even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. Wherefore receive ye one another, as Christ also received us to the glory of God. Now I say that Jesus Christ was a minister of the circumcision for the truth of God, to confirm the promises made unto the fathers: and that the Gentiles might glorify God for his mercy; as it is written, For this cause I will confess to thee among the Gentiles, and sing unto thy name. And again he saith, Rejoice, ye Gentiles, with his people. And again, Praise the Lord, all ye Gentiles; and laud him, all ye people. And again, Esaias saith, There shall be a root of Jesse, and he that shall rise to reign over the Gentiles; in him shall the Gentiles trust. Now the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that ye may abound in hope, through the power of the Holy Ghost." (Romans 15:4-13)
Those of you who have attended men's Bible study with me for the last 7 years or so will know that I have hammered on two things: the inclusion of little children in the covenant, and the necessity of obeying God. And these two things are really just one thing: the nature of faith. I'm about to leave you now for a few years, and so the passage of Scripture that comes to mind is Acts 20:7:
"Now on l the first day of the week, when the disciples came together m to break bread, Paul, ready to depart the next day, spoke to them and continued his message until midnight. 8 There were many lamps n in the upper room where 1 they were gathered together. 9 And in a window sat a certain young man named Eutychus, who was sinking into a deep sleep. He was overcome by sleep; and as Paul continued speaking, he fell down from the third story and was taken up dead."
Fortunately, the windows are shut in here.
As I wrote this sermon, I had a real struggle with my emotions. I've done a lot of preaching in the last three months: I've preached before REC bishops and before congregations I didn't know. And today ought to be easy: I have plenty of thoughts about our readings from the epistle and gospel this morning. But it isn't easy at all, because I love the people in this church, and I'm not going to see you for three years. And it seems worth asking, in connection with our epistle lesson this morning, how it has come about that I, who came into this church holding my nose about bishops and prayerbooks and the 1982 hymnal, am now so full of emotion about leaving it for a few years.
I have a friend who came close to joining this church. Ultimately he decided not to, for doctrinal reasons that I won't go into. But even as he left, he paid this parish the highest compliment I have ever heard a congregation receive: he said that it was obvious that the people in the congregation love each other.
That is what the epistle lesson this morning is about: "be likeminded" and "receive one another."
"Receive" one another is set in the context of the Jew/Gentile issue once again.
Peter: "Then he said to them, "You know how unlawful it is for a Jewish man to keep company with or go to one of another nation. But God has shown me that I should not call any man common or unclean. (Acts 10:28 NKJV)" What got Peter over his scruples? How did he come to realize that the Gentiles don't have cooties? He explains it in Acts 15, when the Jerusalem council is trying to figure out what to do about Gentile Christians. Some of the circumcision who believed don't want Gentiles in the Church. So Peter tells his story about how " So God, who knows the heart, acknowledged them by giving them the Holy Spirit, just as He did to us, and made no distinction between us and them, purifying their hearts by faith." This is the doctrine of justification by faith. It is not a doctrine of lazy faith, or faith that doesn't obey. Peter also puts it this way: "Whoever fears God and does what is right is acceptable to him." And lest anyone think that St. Paul had a different doctrine, let's remember that he originally wrote the book of Galatians in order to get Jewish Christians and Gentile Christians to eat together.
For a Jew, Greeks were especially horrifying. It's not just that they ate pig meat. It's that they forced Jews to eat pig meat – something not even Mr. Langdon does, because he figures if the Jews don't eat bacon, it means more for us. Maccabees. To receive Greeks required overlooking or forgiving their offenses past. It also means overcoming deep-set distaste, to eat and share food together. "Rise, Peter, kill and eat." But Peter said, "Not so, Lord! For I have never eaten anything common or unclean." (Acts 10:14 NKJV) Then God showed him that he must not call any man common or unclean.
That eating together is the key part of "receiving one another". It is also at the core of the church's life: Christ has put the Table at the center of who we are. We are defined by our participation in it. Christ has made it possible for us all to eat together. The Table is His, not ours. That is why Paul argues, "receive ye one another, as Christ also received us." We didn't have a claim on Jesus. He invited us even though we were sinners, and made us to eat with Him. Therefore, we ought to behave as He does, and receive each other.
In 1 Corinthians 11, Paul gives instructions about how to behave at the Lord's table. The conclusion of it all is "therefore, my brothers, when you come together to eat, wait for one another." Paul's goal is for Christians to eat together, because this is productive of unity and love. Note well: it's not that if we like someone, or they pass our tests, then we will deign to eat with them. No, the table is a way of building relationships with those whom Christ has already accepted.
The table is the context for the church's teaching. If you want your congregation to have factions, if you want get really good at quarreling with each other over doctrine, make sure you never eat together.
And I do mean "eat together." In many churches, the only time parishioners share food together is when they have Communion. And especially when the Supper is conceived of as an individualistic affair, between the individual and God, it is less productive of love and fellowship between Christians in the Church. When you can eat communion in your pew, curled up into a little ball, meditating in your own head, there is a temptation to think that my brothers and sisters in the church are a distraction from Jesus. But the apostle Paul is so far from thinking that, that he spends a whole chapter urging Christians to eat together. And when the Galatian church starts having separate tables for Jews and Gentiles, Paul is furious. But why? If Communion is only about individuals and their individual connection to Jesus, then separate tables should be no problem.
This is why it is helpful to come forward and partake. The pastor sees you face to face, and presses bread into your hand and speaks words to you. Mary Giese this week was talking with me about Fr. Chris Herman, and how he serves communion. (I would talk about how Fr. Manto serves communion, but he's here, so I don't want to embarrass him.) Fr. Chris takes extra care to look into your eyes with fatherly affection and he presses that bread into your hand, and he says, "The body of Christ, broken for you preserve your body and soul unto everlasting life."
But the Lord's Supper was also instituted as part of a larger meal, and the early church practiced it that way. We don't have a full meal during the service, but we often do afterwards. Our parish is always looking for an excuse to eat together. And as a result, it is much harder to fight with someone with whom you have broken bread. You have shared the good things of God's creation. A bond is formed, so that unloving behavior and nastiness appear more starkly as betrayals of that bond formed over a meal.
Spiritually, we say that we are partaking of Christ, sharing in His life, when we have Holy Communion together. Unloving behavior is a betrayal of that spiritual union.
In Homer's Odyssey, you can tell who are the good guys and who are the bad guys by watching how they eat.
– Suitors are slobs. They approach the table in a profane manner.
– The gods are always feasting. That's almost all they do. It's part of the blessed life.
The cyclops is feasting, on you.
But in the Odyssey, as in the real life, the good guys share food together.
John Calvin unpacks Paul's command to receive one another this way: "Receive ye then, etc. He returns to exhortation; and to strengthen this he still retains the example of Christ. For he, having received, not one or two of us, but all together, has thus connected us, so that we ought to cherish one another, if we would indeed continue in his bosom. Only thus then shall we confirm our calling, that is, if we separate not ourselves from those whom the Lord has bound together."
By confirm your calling, Calvin means, "make your salvation sure." And he says that in order to do this, we need to be bound together with "not one or two of us, but all together." You cannot say, "That person is elderly, so I have no need of her." Or "That person is small and slobbery and has a smelly diaper, so I have no need of him." God has put you in the body of Christ and has bound you together with everyone in the church.
One of the things this church does especially well is to receive little children. Jesus says in Mark 9:37 that "Whoever receives one of these little children in My name receives Me; and whoever receives Me, receives not Me but Him who sent Me." So remember, when one of those Langdon kids is howling in the back, he's a member of the body of Christ, a part of the priesthood of all believers, and he has a ministry to you. Or when you're trying to go home after evening prayer, but you can't find your five-year-old, remember that like Jesus, he must be about his Father's business. That, or he's over at the Truaxes' house.
The other part of Paul's command is "be likeminded" – "think the same thing with each other according to Christ Jesus." This command does not mean, "Hold the same opinions." Rather, the Greek construction φρονειτε το αυτο εν αλληλοις is very similar to Philippians 2, where Paul tells believers to "think this among you which was also in Christ Jesus", and then enumerates what they are to consider: that Christ came in the likeness of a servant" and 'humbled himself unto death, the death of a cross." The pattern of death and resurrection is what shapes the mind of the people of God. It is this pattern that we are cultivating and dwelling on in our liturgy and in our life together in the church.
The surprising thing is that participation in shared prayer, shared study of the Scriptures, and shared meals together actually leads to agreement and love. That's what happened to me. I came to this church willing to put up with its doctrine if it would feed my children Communion, and I was willing to tolerate (not always graciously) the bishop and his funny hat, the seemingly interminable communion liturgy, communion at the front, etc. Deacon Truax knew exactly how to get a rise out of me, and Mark Butler knew that he need only say the words, "schismatic heterodoxy" to wind me up. But I ended up being caught up into the life of this church, and being rubbed – ground in a lapidary machine – if not perfectly smooth yet, at least a little less rough, by sharing in the church's life.
I was talking to Andy Giese about my education. And I noted that I went to grad school and got a lot of technical knowledge about Greek and Latin. But my professors were not mentors. Their lives were a wreck: serial divorce, alcoholism, drug abuse, affairs with grad students. After I graduated, I was astonished by the news that one of the profs had divorced his wife of 30 years, the mother of his children, and married a grad student 30 years younger than him. I learned a good deal of technical information at grad school. But I didn't learn how to live.
For that, I had to come here and submit myself to Fr. Manto's program. He summarized it a few weeks ago at our 10th anniversary celebration when the bishop was present: "We hear the Scriptures together. We worship together. We eat together."
We hear the Scriptures together! Our collect this morning is one of the most beautiful and classic prayers in the BCP:
"BLESSED Lord, who hast caused all holy Scriptures to be written for our learning; Grant that we may in such wise hear them, read, mark, learn, and inwardly digest them, that by patience and comfort of thy holy Word, we may embrace, and ever hold fast, the blessed hope of everlasting life, which thou hast given us in our Saviour Jesus Christ. Amen. ~ The Collect for the Second Sunday in Advent
Note that Cranmerian cadence: "hear them, read, mark, learn, and inwardly digest" the Scriptures. That's what we have to do with the Scriptures. We hear them as they are read aloud in corporate worship and family worship. We read them ourselves in Bible study and following the lectionary — a life-changing practice that I cannot recommend strongly enough to you. We mark them. That doesn't necessarily mean that we underline and highlight our Bibles to within an inch of their lives. But it means that we notice things. Bible study together helps us do that. We learn them. We put Scripture in our hearts and minds by memorizing it, singing it, talking about it. And last, we "inwardly digest it". Now, this word "digest" was a fossilized metaphor even in Cranmer's day. But I want to bring it back to life again for a minute: What happens when you digest food? It's actually kind of miraculous, isn't it? You're one thing, and that piece of pizza is another. And then, that piece of pizza becomes part of you because you digest it. So when we digest Scripture, it becomes part of us. It means that we are like Ezekiel or John on Patmos or the Psalmist, who sees God's word as a scroll that is sweeter than honey and the honeycomb.
The result is that we live different lives. When the Scripture becomes part of us, so that we live out of its story, it means that we do bizarre things. And part of the joy of being a missionary on deputation is that we have got to see a lot of the REC, and just what bizarre things people are doing because they have digested the Scriptures and made them part of themselves.
Crazy things! Fr. Wayne's church welcome refugees from Africa and his parishioners devote themselves to finding housing and jobs for them. Fr. Mike Fitzpatrick's church runs a school for Liberian boys in Philadelphia. Fr. Chris Herman runs a church for the elderly in a nursing home. And a little church in Mason sends a family of 6 as missionaries to the other side of the world, because its members believe the Scriptures that Paul writes in Romans 15 this morning: "There shall be a root of Jesse, and he that shall rise to reign over the Gentiles; in him shall the Gentiles trust." The result when Christians do these things is that the comfort and hope of the Scriptures becomes clear and real to us. No one gets comfort and hope by just reading. You have to make the Scriptures part of yourself, have Jesus reigning over your life even as he reigns over the Gentiles.
So keep devoting yourselves "to the apostles' teaching and to the fellowship; to the breaking of bread; and to the prayers."