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Apr 14
Lone Star State is big enough for both new and old Valero Texas Open hosts: Westin La Cantera and TPC San AntonioSend feedback »
SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS -- That big, 1,001-room hotel that sits behind the 16th green was quite the As the TPC San Antonio and JW Marriott opened up last year, it meant the Westin la Cantera had to step aside to make room at the top. I just wrote a fe… more »
Sep 10
A noteworthy free golf giveaway just came across my desk: a five-night, six-round giveaway, including rental car and accommodations for two in Alberta's Canadian Rockies good for the summer of 2010. I visited the six clubs in July, and they offer a w… more »
Sep 08
One of the Rocky Mountain West's most prolific modern golf course architects, Jim Engh, serves up two northern Michigan golf designs, and both are welcomed additions in the past decade to the state's already rich golf scene here: Tullymore Golf Club and… more »
Sep 05
CHARLEVOIX, MI -- Twice in my golf travel lifetime have I played more than 36 holes in one day, and both are courtesy of the courses of Northern Michigan. A few years back, my friend and I took on 54 holes at the Garland Resort, thanks to long summer… more »
Aug 26
One of the United Kingdom's most comprehensive golf course rankings is giving a little more love to the Duke's Course in St. Andrews. Top100GolfCourses.co.uk placed them at 37th in crowded Scotland, up from 44th in its last rating. I've played the Du… more »
Aug 24
My buddy and I were at the store yesterday looking for some casual Sunday six packs, and we left the beer aisle with two Oregon brews: Deschutes Mirror Pond and Widmer Hefeweizen. It got me thinking later that night, about a week removed from my seco… more »
Aug 23
Before looking forward after a fantastic Solheim Cup, one that had me glued to the TV from practically start to finish and was more involved than any other women's golf event I can remember (except for those I've covered on the ground), lets give credit… more »
Aug 23
I know the Europeans are the socialists and all, but American Beth Daniel is the captain who has been spreading the wealth around in the first two days of Solheim Cup competition. Eurpean Captain Alison Nicholas was quite lopsided with her pairings Da… more »
Aug 21
I feel a little bit guilty writing this, considering on the back nine of the Solheim Cup fourballs this morning, Michelle Wie seemed to be carrying her partner Morgan Pressel. But the fact is, Wie still couldn't come through on the last two holes of her… more »
Aug 18
My childhood golf course, Leslie Park in Ann Arbor, just named 'best muni in Michigan'2 feedbacks »
Not every city can have a municipal gem worthy of professional tournaments like Harding Park in San Francisco or Chambers Bay in Seattle-Tacoma, two munis I just played on a Pacific Northwest trip I'm still unpacking from. I was just talking with a b… more »
Aug 17
PHOENIX, AZ -- I should be home by now, cuddling up in my own bed after 11 days in the Pacific Northwest from San Francisco up to Tacoma, checking out such prolific golf courses managed by Kemper Sports as presidents Cup host Harding Park, Bandon Dunes a… more »
Aug 15
BANDON, OR -- The Man Upstairs must be an avid reader of WorldGolf.com, because the howling winds finally showed up at Bandon Dunes a night after my bickering about two days of uncharacteristic calm on the coast. In the stiff breeze Friday afternoon,… more »
Aug 14
Coping with calm, feeling out the fog on peaceful Pacific Dunes at Bandon Dunes Golf ResortSend feedback »
BANDON, OR -- It doesn't matter what links golf course you're on, no matter how bad the weather is, a local will tell you, "Oh, this is nothing. Not like this one time..." In Scotland, I've played in wind so bad my face went numb and I was hitting dr… more »
Aug 13
BANDON, Ore. - I was last at the Bandon Dunes Resort last April, visiting for the first time. This year, I'm here on a pretty similar itinerary, but America's quintessential links golf resort is a little different for a lot of reasons. The facilities… more »
Aug 04
No, San Antonio isn't as boring as a Tim Duncan post-game news conference - and the Riverwalk is certainly more than a "muddy-watered thing," as rival Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban infamously said a few postseasons ago. I learned that earlier thi… more »
Aug 04
In California, Half Moon Bay's new 'links enhancement' project is more proof links golf is hotSend feedback »
Maybe it's Tom Watson's display at the Open Championship at Turnberry, or maybe it's just been word of mouth from the droves of golfers who trek over to Great Britain and Ireland for an old world links experience and return with their gushing tales.… more »


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Dr. Temperance Brennan filled in the words "todiefor" in 8 across. She looked up from the crossword puzzle, scanning the faces of the court clerks, looking for some hint that the session would be starting soon. Jury duty for most people is a hassle, but for the busy Dr. Temperance Brennan it's nearly unbearable. The sitting around, the waiting, the idleness, made her crazy. If they would just get started, she thought, I'll easily be able to convince the judge that I need to go. She looked around, noticing the distinct lack of action on the part of the court staff and she sighed. Nothing yet.
She glanced back down at her crossword puzzle. The clue for 10-down read "Intimate Partners", 6 letters. That's an easy one, she thought, writing "L-O-V-E-R-S" in red ink, the only pen she had. Beside her, her cell phone buzzed with a text message. She looked around furtively and picked it up, half-hiding it in her handbag. She knew she wasn't supposed to have a phone in the courtroom, but she had convinced the court officer that her position at the Jeffersonian was of sufficient importance to warrant her keeping it with her at all times. She saw the message was from Booth. Ah ha, she thought. A case. This'll get me out of here quick.
Booth: WHERE ARE YOU? NEED YOU NOW. GOT A BODY.
Brennan texted back: You know where I am. I told you 5 times yesterday. Jury duty.
Booth: What?!
Brennan: Jury duty. My civic duty.
Booth: Yeah, yeah. Why are you still there? Haven't they released you yet? I'm coming down there.
Her grip on the phone tightened, DON'T, she texted, I'll be out of here in 20 minutes.
She flipped the phone closed and shoved it back into her bag. She blew her hair off her forehead and looked around. No use having Booth here now, she thought. He'd only make things worse. Probably get her assigned to something boring and really long like a tax evasion case. Actually, she thought, tax evasion could be interesting under the right set of circumstances. Focus, she thought to herself. Focus on getting out of here. She stood up, smoothing her skirt, working up a polite cough.
"Excuse me. Um, hello, Excuse me, Officer. "All the prospective jurors glanced up dazedly in her direction then looked away. A court officer wearily rose from his desk and made his way over to her, his eyes telling the same story he'd heard a thousand times. "Look Miss, you have to sit there until the judge is ready to question the jurors."
"I'm sorry," Brennan said, "It's just that I am late for a very important appointment. You see, I am a forensic anthropologist with the Jeff…"
"Yes, I know, "the officer said, "you've told me now 5 times. But I can't let you go. You aren't law enforcement and you aren't a medical doctor, so you stay. Now, pipe down. The judge will be here in a few minutes."
"Well, I am a doctor, "she said, sitting down, momentarily defeated.
"All rise," the clerk said a few minutes later.
The judge strode in, a trim older woman whose robe was too big for her, more like a child playing dress-up than an officer of the court. She sat down, shuffled through some paperwork and called the clerk to her desk. Brennan looked back down at the crossword puzzle. Looks like its going to be a while longer, she thought. 25 across -- partner of Bacall. Another easy one.
She looked up when she heard a commotion coming from outside the courtroom. Oh no, she thought. It couldn't be.
"Bones!" She heard what sounded like a scuffle going on outside the massive oak doors. She cringed. Booth. Well, I guess I'm ready to be assigned to that tax evasion case.
The judge looked up from her conversation with the clerk, "What on earth is going on out there?" A court officer strode out while the commotion outside continued. She heard something about "being in contempt" and "actual jail time" before the officer returned with Seeley Booth striding along behind him. Booth's eyes scanned the jury audience before zeroing in on Brennan. He smiled an especially wicked smile as he approached the bench.
"This man, "the officer stated hotly, "is from the FBI and is requesting the release of a one," he looked at the paper in his hand, "Dr. Temperance Brennan, his partner, to assist in a homicide investigation." He handed something to the judge who looked over it.
"Dr. Brennan, please approach the bench." Brennan scooted out of the aisle, all eyes on the slim brunette with the unapproachable air.
The judge continued, "Dr. Brennan, I suppose you know this man." Brennan took a sideways glance at Booth, who continued to grin at her.
"Yes, your honor, he is my partner and probably needs me for the identification of a body suspected in foul play."
The judge eyed Booth and Brennan. "You," she pointed at Booth, "will never come in my courtroom or any other courtroom in that manner again. Do I make myself clear?"
"Yes, ma'm," Booth replied.
"Dr. Brennan, you have approximately 24 hours to complete this body identification and report back here for duty."
"But your honor," Dr. Brennan protested.
"But nothing," the judge continued, "I notice you have deferred jury duty approximately 4 times. Time to pay the piper, Dr. Brennan. You are not automatically excused from jury duty any more than the rest of the hardworking people sitting behind you." Brennan glanced over her shoulder at the jurors, hostility and jealousy evident on their faces.
"You may go. See you tomorrow."
Booth took Brennan by the arm and quickly led her out of the courtroom. "Nice going, Bones, what'd ya do, talk some of that squint talk to the judge? You really ticked her off".
"What? No. I didn't say a word to her."
They headed out to Booth's SUV.
"I've got a body," Booth said as he pulled out of the parking log, "found in a shallow grave at a rest stop south of town. Dead maybe a few days. Lots of meat still left on it."
"Why was I called then? I work with bones, not cadavers."
"Apparently there are bone fragments found with the body that are not related," Booth replied, leaning over to turn on the radio. "Mind if we listen to the game? It's the final four."
"I don't mind. What's a final four?"
"It's the basketball playoffs. The final four teams compete for the championship," he said, then chuckled. "But why I am I bothering to explain this to you? You think sports are for overgrown adolescents."
"Yes, while I do think sports are a way for grown men to work through childish impulses of power and control, basketball itself is a very beautiful sport in the execution."
Booth looked at her, "Well, that's nice to hear from you Bones," he replied, "it is a beautiful thing to watch." He shifted his eyes between her and the road.
She ignored his gaze and turned her head to look out of the window. It was a beautiful spring day. She watched the bright green of new growth blooming outside her window. "Something's wrong," he said, looking over at her, "I can always tell when something is wrong with my Bones." He smiled one of his big goofy grins, but behind his sparkling eyes she could tell he was being serious.
"No", she said, keeping her eyes on the passing scenery. Her shoulders rose, then fell abruptly. She turned to him, "Well, yes, actually, there is something wrong. I'm perfectly capable of getting myself out of jury duty. I don't need you running to the rescue every 5 minutes."
His face fell, "Oh, I didn't mean…"
"Normally I allow you these moments of alpha-male behavior because I know how important it is for you to take care of your partner and those you care about, but really, Booth…jury duty? I needed saving from jury duty?"
He ran a hand through his hair, "Sorry Bones, it's just this case…I was anxious to get you out of there. I thought you could use a hand."
"It's OK." She looked away again, it obviously wasn't OK. A heavy silence fell over them.
Booth bit his lip, started to say something, then thought better of it. Something was obviously bothering her, but was it really him and his clunky extraction of her from the courtroom? He leaned over to the radio, changing the dial, stopping on an oldies station playing a more obscure Ella Fitzgerald tune, "Midnight Sun".
"I love this song," Booth declared, singing along loudly,
Your lips were like a red and ruby chalice
Warmer than a summer's night
Your eyes were like an alabaster palace
Rising to a snowy height
Each star its own aurora borealis
Suddenly you held me tight
I could see the midnight sun
She looked over at him. "I don't understand this song," she said, "There is no such thing as a midnight sun. Perhaps they are referring to the moon?" Her face was scrunched up in confusion.
"It's a metaphor Bones. I think it refers to the feeling you get when you are in love, the feeling of the two of you being bathed in the beautiful light of the stars. "
"Oh," she said distractedly, feeling embarrassed, "Of course, a metaphor."
"Is everything alright?"
"What? Yes, yes, everything's fine."
It appeared to Booth that things were far from fine, but he decided not to push her too far. She was the one who broke the silence.
"It's just that…I've never had that feeling really."
"What feeling?"
"The midnight sun feeling. Of feeling bathed in starlight together. Would that be your definition of love?"
"Most definitely, Bones", he said, "It's a feeling like you are the only two people on the planet, that no one exists besides the two of you, that you are like stars in the heavens circling each other, radiating light."
"Each star its own aurora borealis?"
"Exactly", Booth hit the steering wheel with his palm.
"Have you ever felt that way?" she asked.
"I thought I had it with Parker's mom in the beginning. Haven't you?"
Brennan looked away again and Booth knew the nerve he had touched. "Have you ever been in love, Bones?" he asked quietly.
She answered matter-of-factly, "There have been instances when my biological urges and intellectual needs have been met with such satisfaction that I've been very enamored of certain individuals, is that what you mean?"
Booth stopped at a light. "No, Bones," he said curtly. "I mean love. L-o-v-e. The kind of feeling that two people have together that causes you to sit up nights worrying if the person doesn't come home in time." He leaned over to her. "The feeling of wanting to spend every minute with the other person, regardless of their mood or your mood, or the universe's mood. Love. The whole thing. Of being so vulnerable to another human being, that you feel naked all the time. That feeling Bones. Real love. True love." His face was a few inches from hers and his breath was rapid from talking so fast. She looked at him intently not flinching from his closeness. His breath smells nice, she thought. She looked down briefly. He has nice hands too. She looked back up into his eyes and saw something, for a brief moment, which she had never seen before. He looked past her eyes, further down, like he was reaching into her chest to pull out her heart to take a good look at it to make sure it was healthy, that it was okay.
He straightened back up. The light changed. Her eyes were glued on him as he continued driving. The air in the car was nearly gone, with it came the silence, filling the space like the fading wind after a storm.
Love, she thought with panic. I've never been in love. No wait, she thought. Booth is simply being romantic. 'A' romantic, she corrected herself internally. He wasn't being romantic to me; he was being "a romantic", a lover of love, as it were. She relaxed as her mind backtracked to a more familiar cadence, the rhythm of critical thought.
"We're here," he said, pulling off the highway to a rest area south of DC. Fire engines and police cars blanketed the scene. The FBI and emergency teams swarmed around them as they inched into the fray.
Brennan looked at Booth again. He seemed to be deep in thought. "Ready?" she said.
"Yeah, I'm ready. As ready as I ever am for this stuff." He brightened a little as he turned off the engine. "Ready yourself?"
"Good. Let's go knock this one out and get you back to jury duty, whattdaya say?"
She rolled her eyes. "Don't remind me." She hopped out of the truck and slammed the door.
He watched her for a moment, walking away from the car, his mind far away, hiding his thoughts, even to himself. He picked up his sunglasses, tipped them onto the bridge of his nose and then stepped out into the chaos with her.

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Tons of RP supporters in the background of the CNN pre-debate show.
Yes, applause is allowed tonite, but students from the college where it's being held were not allowed to attend, which is a clear effort to keep RP young supporters out.
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I've finally gotten around to creating a glossary of rope terms, intended to make things easier for people who are new to the site or to rope bondage. Sorry it took so long! Life has been busy.
(Also, this thing will be updated from time to time: if anyone finds a thing that needs explaining somewhere on the blog, let me know, and I'll add an explanation here).
Many of the things mentioned here have other uses in other contexts; e.g. munter hitches are applicable to climbing, caving etc. I'm just covering the uses of these terms when it comes to rope bondage. This glossary is mostly alphabetical; however, I have grouped a few terms together non-alphabetically because it just makes sense to group them by use. (If you're a bit compulsive about these things, then I am sorry for your discomfort, I know that can really suck – but hey, it's my site).
The Glossary:
Burlington Bowline: possibly the best way I know of making a single column tie. The one I teach in all my beginners classes, because it's the safest one I know. Refer to The First Tie You Should Learn.
Somerville Bowline: similar in many respects to the Burlington Bowline, most easily created by doing the "Struggler's knot" version. There's a reference and a link to that in the above link.
Carabiner: a useful piece of climbing equipment which is sometimes used for suspension purposes.
Cinching: Refers to running rope around between wraps to pinch them together and make them more restrictive. A key element in two column wrist ties, also useful for multiple other purposes, such as preventing bands from riding up or slipping off on a knee or chest harness.
Double column tie: a means of tying two columns (e.g. wrists, ankles, wrists to ankles) safely together.
"Dressing" your rope: refers to how you use your fingers to smooth your wraps together, making sure they're nicely aligned with your tension and pressure nicely evened out. Also prevents unpleasant pinching between strands.
Drop: a physiological and psychological state which can occur after all the endorphins of a rope scene or session fades, and can range from feeling tired and a little down to having a deep dark depression for a day or more. Can occur to tops or bottoms, is much more likely to occur if something goes wrong in the scene or immediately post scene when the person is still floaty and vulnerable. Good aftercare and support tend to prevent or minimize this.
Frog Tie: basically a rope tie where a person's leg is doubled on itself. Often done with multiple double column ties.
Futomomo: a specific kind of leg tie with spiralling wraps, prettier than a frog tie. Usually very aesthetic and pretty, lots of uses. Refer to The Best Leg Tie Around.
Friction or frictions: Used in the context of "making a friction", it is a means of locking off tension at intersections of rope without actually making a knot. This makes it safer and easier to undo. Often used in shibari style harnesses.
Groin rope: rope tied in such a way as to specifically stimulate genitals (I highly recommend washing it afterward).
Half hitch; a magical little twist of rope that is unexpectedly useful for all kinds of things, from aesthetic to practical. You'll see.
Hank: In this context, a bundle of rope.
Hip Harness: pretty much exactly what it sounds like. I've never found a good use for it other than in suspension to support the body's natural fulcrum.
Hishi gote: a specific kind of chest harness made using half hitches to create nifty diamonds. Pretty as all hell, and functional too. Just mind that bottom band on the torso.
Lay: "the lay of the rope" in this context, how a piece of rope is twisted together, with specific reference to tightness. "That's some tightly laid rope".
Laddering or Lacing: the practice of tying a limb or limbs in such a way that there are multiple bands going up the limb, connected by a vertical stem. Useful technique for creating armbinders or tying legs very securely closed. Is sometimes also done for the whole of the body, creating a "cocoon" of rope.
Lark's Head: a very basic slip knot which is best used for adding a length of rope to another length.
Sheet Bend: another knot which can be used for the same thing; is very secure and is made by collapsing a Lark's Head down on itself.
Munter hitch: a fairly pretty looking twist of rope which is good for locking off tension at an intersection of rope. Refer to Three Ways To Improve The Look Of Your Bondage.
Cow Hitch: a very simple knot which incorporates the Munter Hitch and which I use to finish off ties. Refer to the above link.
Play: a common term used for BDSM interaction. Why play? Because it's fun, that's why.
Synthetic rope: Any rope made from non-natural fibres, including polypropylene, plastic, nylon, etc. Refer to What Kind Of Rope Is Best For Bondage
Natural fibre rope: Usually this is hemp, jute, and cotton, and silk, but occasionally you get coconut rope or sisal or others in there. The first four are highly recommended for bondage. Natural fibre rope tends to have more friction or "tooth", meaning it holds on itself better. Refer to this link on different types of rope.
Takate Kote: the japanese name for a type of chest harness. Also known as TK, box tie, gote shibari, or chest harness.
Karada; a type of rope body harness. Usually defined by the diamonds or other regular symmetrical shapes which are outlined going down the body, also usually created using a single very long length of rope.
(Hishi) Karada: a very similar harness, only done with doubled ropes! Works well if you have shibari sized rope lengths.
Scene: usually refers to a session of play or interaction involving BDSM, which of course includes rope, for the bondage aspect.
Secondary column tie: if having to make multiple column ties for whatever reason, then a secondary column tie is any of the ones you do after your first single column tie. Can be tricky to do safely without good instructions.
Single column tie: a tie specifically designed to go around a single column of the body, e.g. wrist, ankle, torso. Refer to The First Tie You Should Learn.
Suspension: the practice of tying someone up and suspending them fully in the air.
Partial suspension: the practice of tying someone up and resting the weight of only part of their body on a rope support line. Safer, sexier, and more comfortable than full suspension.
Suspension line: the rope that is holding up part or all of a body's weight.
Rope: are you freaking kidding me? Everyone knows what rope is.
Rope Top: Someone who ties other people up. Can also be known as a rope artist or a rigger.
Rope Bottom: Someone who is getting tied up. Is sometimes referred to as a bunny, muse, or model.
Shibari: an efficient style of rope bondage incorporating a doubled length of rope. Made up of many small building blocks of technique and ties which, combined together, can form a very aesthetic and complex appearing whole.
Shibari ring: this is a piece of suspension equipment, useful for suspending people without getting your rope tangled or bunched together. Usually kinder to your rope than a carabiner due to greater diameter.
Stem: a vertical line of rope, may form a sort of spine for various wraps. For example, many chest harnesses start with a single column tie around the wrists and then take the rope straight upward, forming a "stem" for the wraps or bands to connect to later.
Switch: someone who enjoys being either a top or bottom at different times. Also known as "privileged" because who doesn't want to enjoy all the things?
Vining: the practice of wrapping rope round and round and round another piece of rope, often to act as a finish for a tie, other times to reinforce a stem or just to look pretty.
Wraps: usually refer to horizontal bands of rope going around columns, be those columns torso, wrist, ankle.
Now, I am aware that there are many people who will disagree with some of the terminology or who have opinions about when a particular term should be used. These opinions are likely to contrast with mine.
With respect… welcome to diversity of opinion, people. It's allowed, and I encourage it. It makes for healthy learning opportunities.


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Solar Spring 2013. A well sighted solar array in eastern Washington of about 7.2kW will generate aproximately 9,720kWh per year. A Washington manufactured system entitles the owner to a $.54/kwh annual incentive payment with a $5,000 per year cap until 2020. That's 7 years x $5,000 = $35,000. Not bad.
So what does Hire Electric charge for installing a fully Washington made, 7.2kW solar array using iTek solar modules, Blue Frog micro inverters and a top of the line racking system? About $42,500.
In year one of your investment you get a 30% federal tax CREDIT of $12,750. If you live in Walla Walla, Columbia or Franklin Counties you can also get a 20% cash incentive of $8,500. You're also offsetting $970 of your electric bill (money you don't have to pay to the power company). As you can see from doing a little quick math – this is a no-brainer. Total payback is 3 to 5 years depending on the sighting of the array, and close to a 10% modified internal rate of return. There's also a 100% sales tax exemption that runs through June 2013. Yes, we are VERY busy.
The home in this photo has a westerly orientation and many beautiful trees in the yard and neighbor's property. The actual production from this site is calculated at closer to 7,400kWh. Hire Electric does a detailed site analysis so that our production numbers are not guesses based on average system size but accurate, scientifically founded, monthly production projections using local weather and irradiance data; roof angle and orientation; and a shade report. This sets realistic expectations for our prospective customers and ensures a quality project from start to finish. If your solar installer is not providing a shade and site analysis as the basis of their design then you need to start questioning their design from start to finish. A well designed system is meant to be there making power for you for 25 years. Make sure it starts off on the right foot.


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Notice that they've specified the App card in the first line. There's also a short description of the application for users and a few lines where you can enter the appropriate numerical code for your app. Remember, the App cards are not currently available, but they're expected to be rolled out to the general public shortly. Some beta usage is underway.
Overview of the Twitter Player Card
Have you recently uploaded a video to YouTube or launched a new podcast that you'd like to share? The Twitter Player Card lets you imbed it within a tweet to your followers. If you want to get more views or drive more traffic to a particular piece of video or audio content, this tool is an effective way to accomplish these goals.
But there's one caveat: the implementation process is a little more complicated and there are a few rules you need to abide by in order for them to be effective. These Cards require tweaks to the coding to function properly on different platforms, and users are responsible for making sure their videos render properly. Once you're sure your video is looking as it should on Twitter.com, the Twitter app, and the mobile site, you can move forward with the approval process. It's also important to note that approval for Player Cards typically takes a little longer than other types of Cards.
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Installing Twitter Player Cards
As mentioned, the implementation process for Player Cards is unique and a little more complex than other Twitter Card types we've looked at. Because Player Cards are more customizable, users are responsible for making sure that their videos render properly across five different platforms: Twitter.com on traditional laptop or desktop computers, the Twitter mobile apps as well as the browsers for Android and iPhone, and Twitter's mobile site. This means making slight changes to the code for multiple platforms, then testing to make sure things are functioning properly.
The Twitter Developer site provides a handy guide to developing the code for Player Cards. You'll notice that many of the code properties are the same as previous cards we've mentioned, but there are some more in-depth functions defined here that are worth paying attention to. The Twitter Developer site also serves as a great resource if you have additional questions about creating Player Cards.
Overview of the Twitter Product Card
Are you looking to grab potential customer's interest and increase your sales? Product Cards can help in a couple different ways. First, if you're sharing your product on Twitter these Cards create add visual interest making customers more likely to click on what you're offering. Second, Product Cards are a great way to drive traffic to your site and increase your sales.
When shared, these Cards feature a photograph of a particular product, along with helpful information such as price and a short description of what's being offered.
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Installing Twitter Product Cards
To install a Product Card, start off by selecting the card type; then you have the option of attributing where you've found the product. For example, if you look at the Product Card above you'll notice that the site is Etsy, and the creator has the username buluchu. These fields would be specified with the twitter:site and twitter:creator tags. Product Card users can also add a title, description, and data related to their product, such as pricing or shipping information.
You've chosen the type of Twitter Card you'd like to use and you've drafted your code. Now what? The next step is to get started with Twitter's Card Validator. It allows you to easily login with your Twitter info and enter the information you'd like to include on your card. Details will vary depending on the card, but you should have all the information you need ready to go if you've reviewed the development processes above. When you login to the console and select your preferred card, the following screen will appear.
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Once you've entered all the information required, you can preview your work and click through on the Validate & Apply tab to validate your new card. It will ask for the URL of the website where you'd like to share your Twitter Card.
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If the site contains meta tags and it's a valid URL, you'll be directed to a page where you can submit some basic information and apply for approval. The time table for approval varies based on the card you select. Typically, Player and Product cards will have a longer wait time than some other options. But it's a good idea to allot a few weeks of time for approval, as there's no official timeline in place.
Twitter Cards have the potential to be a major asset for marketers. Whether you are interested in introducing a new product or service, sharing a video, blog post, or article, or spreading the word about a new mobile app, these cards allow you to showcase your information in an attention-grabbing and visually appealing way. It's one of the most creative ways to stand out on the network today, and will no doubt become a central strategy for marketing on Twitter in 2014 and beyond.
Follow me on Twitter @JaysonDeMers for more insights, advice, and social media marketing strategy.


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Welcome to Whole Armor Martial Arts! We are an exciting Christian alternative teaching traditional Karate in Vancouver Wa, and offering the amazing physical and character building benefits of martial arts instruction in a safe, dynamic learning environment centered on the Truths from God's Word in the Bible.
So how can the Bible be the center of a martial arts program? Well, as a martial arts program, we spend a significant amount of time training in the physical skills for a self defense scenario that we hope we will never face. But more importantly, as a Christian martial arts program we train using God's Word to prepare for the spiritual battles that we know we're going to face every single day. Sounds great doesn't it? (Well it really is!)
At Whole Armor Martial Arts ® we practice Shiho Karano Ryu Karate-do, an effective and traditional martial arts style. Our goal is to help our students become Christian Black Belts who will be outstanding members and leaders in their families, their local church, and the community. And it's a real blessing to say that we've seen that happen in lots of lives across a lot of years!
Whole Armor Martial Arts is a certified school through the Christian Black Belt Association and Shiho Karano Ryu. Our Founder and Senior Instructor is Mr. Ron Hagelganz, a 5th Degree Black Belt Master Instructor with over 30 years experience teaching Christian martial arts.
We meet in the gym at Bethel Lutheran Church in Brush Prairie and we would love for you to visit and watch one of our classes anytime! For times and detailed information about our program please see the Class Info page, email or call 360.521.0171


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Live Blog: Obama and Romney Square Off in First Presidential Debate
The Democratic incumbent and his Republican challenger address each other directly during a 90 minute exchange in Denver.
There's just one thing that's certain about tonight's debate between President Barack Obama and GOP nominee Mitt Romney: when it's over, their respective campaigns will each claim victory.
After half a week of suddenly declaring their candidate the inferior orator (after doing the exact opposite during their conventions) in order to lower expectations for the verbal sparring match, the spinmasters will say that (insert candidate here) made a clear case for his right to spend the next four years in the White House, and clearly connected with the American people. This will be the first of three about faces this month, and the stakes of executing a perfect, Gabby Douglas-esque balance beam walk are high: Obama leads Romney among likely voters by one point in the latest NBC/WSJ poll, and four among those registered to cast a ballot.
What to watch for? Well-practiced answers -- including some zingers -- and maybe some specifics. Obama has alternated his charges regarding Romney's policy proposals: that they're too vague, that they're too conservative, and that they are conservative when he used to be more liberal as the governor of Massachusetts. Romney, on the other hand, will work to put Obama on the defensive, hitting on the slow economy recovery.
Romney counters his experience is not to spell out "my way or the highway," but to lay out broad principles and then negotiate them with Congress, as he did with Massachusetts Legislature.
He says he would bring down tax rates and broaden the code, and with health care, he says president can rebut it because he has offered principles of his health care plan.
Obama says Romney created Massachusetts plan not as a government takeover of health care, yet he levels that charge against Obama plan based on it.
Then he continues that Romney won't be specific on replacing Obamacare, just like he won't detail how to repeal Dodd-Frank.
He asks, is he not revealing them because the answers are "too good?"
Romney pounds away on concept of "unelected board" deciding how to control costs.
"The right answer is not to have the federal government take over medical care," says Romney. "The private market - and individual responsibility - always work best."
The president retorts that board cannot make coverage decisions, that it is specifically outlawed in Obamacare law.
Rich people are the smallest of fractions. Shouldn't the question be about everybody else? No one in Canada has lost their house due to medical illness. The world's best doctors may be in America, but that doesn't help those who can no longer pay their mortgage. Furthermore, why is human health a business? Some things, although very few, should be about more than making a buck?
Lehrer shifts to segment on role of government in society.
Obama says, yes. First role, he says, is to keep Americans safe, and he has worked on that every day.
But he also says federal government can open up "ladders of opportunity," yet there are things that must be done together, like creating transcontinental railroad or land-grant colleges.
Role of government: has the capacity to create frameworks so people can succeed. True for me ... went from school administration to small farmer. Used lots of help from my local extension services and the gov programs for irrigators ... couldn't have done it without that support
FACT CHECK: Romney and Obama on pre-existing conditions: The Affordable Care Act prohibits insurers from denying coverage to someone based on their health state, or someone with a pre-existing condition. Romney said during a recent appearance that he hoped to keep that provision.
But many economists argue it's not possible without a mandate requiring people to get coverage. Healthy enrollees offset the cost of covering the sick. His staff later corrected the statement, saying he would protect those who maintain insurance coverage, something many states already do.
"@oliviawilde: Mittens, if you want the federal gov't out of our health care decisions, then stay the F out of our VAGINAS. #debate2012" 🙌by PrettyAd0rkable via twitter 10/4/2012 2:20:30 AM
I work as a health care provider. Patients with Medicare and Mass Health have the fewest barriers to care. Private insurers make me beg for the care my patients need and place a burden on the families of those in need of care.
The reason people from around the world come to the United States for health care is because money and wealth will always get you better care in the U.S. - you don't need to go to the emergency room if you are a Saudi sheik.
"What we're seeing right now, in my view, is a trickle-down government approach" with government thinking it knows best.
"We know that the path we are taking is not working; it's time for a new path," says Romney.
Romney says, "I love great schools; in Massachusetts, our schools are ranked No. 1."
And he says that role of government is to protect life and liberty, with military second to none. He adds, quoting Constitution, he says commitment to religious tolerance.
This is right from his stump speech, by the way.
FACT CHECK: Romney touts Massachusetts' schools as the best in the nation:
On student achievement, Massachusetts' fourth- and eighth-graders were tops in the nation in reading and math scores on the National Assessment of Educational Progress, or NAEP, exam in 2011. Nevertheless, the state has been slower to improve on the exam since 2005, and has had flat performance in the past several years, according to the Pioneer Institute, a conservative think tank.
Too many of our states are pursuing an anti-intellectual and anti-science agenda - generally promoted by the Religious Right. Is it any wonder that our country ranks disproportiontely low among the industrialized world as far as quality of education is concerned? In the face of this lunacy the federal government has a definite role to play to maintain rational standards.
FACT CHECK: Here's a look at Romney's budget cuts and priorities during his tenure as governor of Massachusetts. State funding to cities and towns took a hit in his efforts to balance the state budget.
FACT CHECK: The "board" that will dictate health care coverage: Romney said the Independent Payment Advisory Board created under the Affordable Care Act would dictate what services Medicare enrollees should get. The board would make recommendations to Congress to control Medicare costs. Congress could reject them, but would have to find altnerative ways to cut the program's budget by the an equivalent amount. See this explanation from the Kaiser Family Foundation.
Obama says that on subject of education, government "has a significant" role to play.
"This is where budgets matter, because budgets reflect choices," says president, returning to tax cuts he says Romney favors and which he warns will cause cuts in education and other social programs.
"What we're seeing right now, in my view, is a trickle-down government approach" with goverment thinking it knows best.
"We know that the path we are taking is not working; it's time for a new path," says Romney.
Romney says, "I love great schools; in Massachusetts, our schools are ranked No. 1."
And he says that role of government is to protect life and liberty, with military second to none. He adds, quoting Constitution, he says commitment to religious tolerance.
This is right from his stump speech, by the way.
Romney, after about 20 minutes on his heels, has been on attack since, making good on his longtime campaign statement that he couldn't wait to be on debate stage with Obama.
He has not only outlined his programs, but rebutted president's characterization of them.
Says, as president, he is entitled to own house and plane, "but not your own facts."
President quips that Romney will have busy first day, since he has also vowed to repeal Obamacare on his first day.
"That's not going to be very popular with Democrats even as you're sitting down with them," says Obama.
He says a president has to lay out his plans, and also be willing to say no to members of both parties.
Lehrer, trying to rein in candidates, reminds they have three minutes left before closings.
He asks, what would you do about partisanship if you are elected.
Romney tees off by noting he has worked with Democrats as Massachusetts governor. Says he would meet with Democratic as well as Republican leaders on day after he is elected.
"The reason I am in this race is because there are people who are really hurting today," he says.
I'm excited to hear the president being gung-ho about science & education. It's shameful that our country is without an official Department promoting the advancement of science. It means that the most interest the government takes in scientific development is related to military interests.
gridlock - Rep leadership boasts about obstructing Dems as their Number 1 priority - not running our country. Dems try to compromise. Too many 'safe' districts encourage this to get worse and worse. We need campaign finance reform and significant redistricting reform.
Romney, too, thanks organizersand Obama "for tuning in this evening."
Then he segues to say he is concerned about America.
The election, he says, is bigger than the two of them; it's about the course for the country.
"There's no question in my mind if the president is reelected, there's going to continue to be a middle-class squeeze," he says.
Romney, though, says, "If I'm elected, we won't have Obamacare." He then ticks off other differences between the two if one or the other is elected.
"I will not cut our commitment to our military," he pledges.
Watching CNN coverage with the Colorado undecided voters and response tracking. Overall Romney has appealed higher to men and tracked better with them. Obama has appealed higer to women and tracked better with them. I'm a Democrat and Obama supporter but feel Romney has done a better job in presenting himself.
While I'm skeptical about his performance & how he's handled himself on stage, I like the forward-looking & outward-looking tone the president has tried to maintain. Romney has made an impressive showing, but while I didn't think the president was ready for the job 4 years ago, I think he's gone through a trial by fire & I have confidence that he would have a revolutionary second term.
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When I come on here. I feel bad. Y'all seem to have it all together. We started homeschooling this year, and we don't seem to know what we are doing. We do the curriculum we bought, but it's not very fun. I don't know if we are doing enough. We delayed my 6 yr old because of his b-day. However, we are still working on Kindergarten level things. He can read and do some math, not much though. Then I have a 7th grader and she does the bare minimum she doesn't want to do anything extra or fun. Is she doing enough?
I certainly don't have it all together. We are just now able to get really serious this year. I had 2 surgeris in Aug and radation in Oct. It's only been about 6 weeks or so since I've been physically and menatally able to get serious. DD has pretty much unschooled the first 1/2 of this school yr. Yes she's let her math and science slide a bit, but she's done a yrs worth of German in 4 months and she's been researching colleges and careers. She's now ready to get serious too because she has a purpose instead of just doing the work because I said so.
We ordered off of Timberdoodle, which they pick what they think is best for that grade level. Teaching textbook for math, Sequential spelling, Easy Grammer, Wordsmith. Doing our own History and Science cause she was a little overwhelmed with what they sent us. She is likes learning about the civil rights movement and Science we got a book called "You got to try this" with different experiments.
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I do not have it all together LOL! This is my first year too. I've bounced around so much it's not even funny. We seem to be finding our pace though, sort of,lol. My first question is, what curiculum do you have and what do you find boring about it?
It's our first year too. I write down what we do each day. It helps to glance through and see you've really done more than you thought.
I think everyone has those days- me included. :-) Hang in there and try not to compare yourself to anyone else. You are unique. Your kids are unique. Your situation is unique. It doesn't make anything you are doing better or worse than anyone else- just different. Everyone progresses at their own speed. It's one of the wonderful things about homeschooling!
None of us have it as together as we look!
Have you tried khanacademy.org with your 7th grader? It is really easy to set up and she can watch lessons and do math work all on her own, and it is free!


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Same Kind of Broken as Me: Derek Webb, Homosexuality & The Church
Christopher J Wiles
writer | speaker | servant
Warning: This post contains some language that some readers may find offensive.
"What Matters More" by Derek Webb (video above)
You say you always treat people like you like to be / I guess you love being hated for your sexuality / You love when people put words in your mouth / 'Bout what you believe, make you sound like a freak
'Cause if you really believe what you say you believe / You wouldn't be so d**n reckless with the words you speak / Wouldn't silently conceal when the liars speak / Denyin' all the dyin' of the remedy
Tell me, brother, what matters more to you? / Tell me, sister, what matters more to you?
If I can tell what's in your heart by what comes out of your mouth / Then it sure looks to me like being straight is all it's about / It looks like being hated for all the wrong things / Like chasin' the wind while the pendulum swings
'Cause we can talk and debate until we're blue in the face / About the language and tradition that he's comin' to save / Meanwhile we sit just like we don't give a s**t / About 50,000 people who are dyin' today
Tell me, brother, what matters more to you? / Tell me, sister, what matters more to you?
Homosexuality is an electrifying, polarizing subject, and one whose complexity is not to be ignored. Derek Webb's song highlights the intensity of this controversy, as well as what he perceives as misplaced priorities with regard to the evangelical social conscience. In Matthew's gospel (Mt 25:32-45), Jesus tells a parable of the sheep and goats where Christ separates people on the basis of their treatment of fellow needy Christians. It's hard to read this parable with homosexuality in mind:
Jesus: "So…you followed me all your life?"
Christian: "Sure did!"
Jesus: "Great! Great! So…did you clothe the naked? Feed the hungry? Take care of the sick?"
Christian: "Well…not exactly…but we kept the gays from marrying."
Webb's controversial song highlights the growing impression (especially among younger Christians) that the church's priorities have been misplaced when it comes to social issues – even echoing the volatile words of Tony Campolo, known for using profanity to awaken church members to the issues of global poverty.
A "Christian" response?
When those outside the church are asked to describe Christians, the most common adjective used is "antihomosexual." For the overwhelming majority of born-again Christians, homosexuality is more likely to be seen as a sin than divorce. Studies show that 40% of churchgoers believe that school boards should be able to fire homosexual staff. (for more statistics, see David Kinnaman, unChristian, pp 91-119)
For many Christians, the default response toward homosexuality has been an adversarial, "us-versus-them" mentality that has only deepened the divide between Christianity and culture. Some outspoken leaders have gone as far as to blame recent disasters such as 9/11 or even Hurricane Katrina on homosexuality. Christians have earned themselves the reputation of shunning the gay community all the while trying to exert legal sanctions against them through the American legal system. And this is to say absolutely nothing of the abhorrent "God hates fags" banners and even websites that use God's name to legitimize intolerance and hatred.
To borrow a phrase from David Kinnaman, the problem is not homosexuality, but "sexual brokenness." Human sexuality is a beautiful thing, and one of God's greatest gifts. But we have perverted it (yes, "we;" let's stop blaming "culture" and put the blame where it belongs – on ourselves).
The standard communicated by Jesus was this: "anyone who looks at a woman lustfully has already committed adultery with her in his heart (Mt 5:28)," a convicting statement that reflects the inescapable depth of man's sexually broken state.
And so there are two things that the Bible makes clear. First, that homosexuality is a part of that sexual brokenness, but second, that homosexuality is no different than the sexual brokenness that exists within heterosexuality. (for a fuller treatment of the Biblical issues, see the article on Darrell Bock's blog)
We're all broken. All of us. Some try and hide behind religion to make themselves look better on the outside. But the gospel of Jesus Christ isn't about religion, but about grace.
The culture, especially the religious side of it, sees sexuality as something "dirty" (dirty movies, dirty bookstores,
even "talking dirty"). It's deeply ingrained. I suspect this is why one of the first instincts of rape victims is to take a shower – to cleanse herself physically, emotionally and spiritually of such a dreadful violation.
And into this "dirty" world, the Bible breathes the word "expiation." What religion calls "dirty," Christ's blood can make clean. Expiation is the doctrine that Christ's death on the cross cleanses us from the accumulated rust on our souls so that we may stand clean before our Father (cf. Jer 33:8).
And so if you are reading this as a homosexual, please hear me: we're all broken. But where religion tries to fix the problem by telling us to "behave," Jesus tells us to "be free." I believe that by placing your faith in the work of Christ you can have a new life in Him.
But this discussion also prompts reflection on just how ill-equipped the church has been in handling this delicate issue, preferring legislature over conversation, and righteous indignation over humility. Yet both conversation and humility may be the two most important ways of responding to this issue.
Granted, the word "tolerance" has been abused by many, yet Christians are nonetheless called to show tolerate views other than their own. To borrow a phrase from one of my professors, we are often more concerned about being "right" than being "redemptive."
Conversation is key for no other reason than the fact that homosexuals cannot be ignored – as if anyone can or should be ignored by a follower of Christ. Rather than attaching labels, or reacting to a perceived "agenda" (whatever that word means), it is best to look people in the eye and express your views to them. And usually, there's more beneath the surface of each of us than our sexual orientation. Differences should never preclude building bridges on the common grounds we share with one another.
Humility is key because the various forms of indignation that the church has embodied over the recent years has only exacerbated an already delicate situation, and resulted in an adversarial relationship between Church and culture. By taking on the humility of Christ, we are better equipped to reach into the lives of neighbors, friends and coworkers.
And this cuts both ways. I suspect that many readers may disagree with me on any number of points. But I have continually stressed the need for dialogue, rather than finger pointing, and when I sit down at the table to have a conversation, I would kindly request you show me the same respect despite our differences.
In the end, I believe that I am broken. And you are the same kind of broken as me. My prayer, as always, is that through our dialogue Christ would be made more vividly real to you. God bless.
Further reading:
There are many good books available on this issue. I will recommend two:
Stanley Grenz. Welcoming but not Affirming: An Evangelical Response to Homosexulaity.
Chad W. Thompson. Loving Homosexuals as Jesus Would: A Fresh Christian Approach.
(you can also check out Chad's website at www.lovinghomosexuals.com
Christopher J Wiles
writer | speaker | servant
Chris is a writer and speaker from the Charlottesville area. He regularly serves as a research writer for Docent Research Group in addition to doing some guest speaking.


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Paul Miles on the Motor Live Drive @ Five Thursday (Sept 1)
Paul Miles is a true Motor City Blues Man. Driving all night from a gig in Indiana, he's up and on the scene to bring you the blues this afternoon. Besides being on the Motor Live Drive @ Five he will be performing at the Rochester Farmers Market Saturday and at the Arts, Beats & Eats on Sunday, Pepsi Stage, 11:00 am. Make sure you listen to the Motor Live Drive @ Five enjoy an hour of upbeat blues and there will be some CDs given away.
Motor Live Drive @ Five features a live local artist every Thursday at 5pm on WHFR.FM or if you miss our a performance you can check out past Motor Live Drive @ Five performances via our podcasts by pressing the "Musical Performances" button on the top of this page.
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MILAN (AP) — European car sales had their worst May in 20 years as the region's recession drags on, the European automakers' association said Tuesday.
Passenger car demand for May dropped by 5.9% on the same month last year in the 27-country European Union to 1.042 million units, the lowest level for that month since 1993 when sales dropped below 1 million, according to new figures released by ACEA. For the first five months of the year, sales dropped 6.8% to 5.07 million.
After hitting a 17-year low in 2012 with a little over 12 million new registrations, European passenger car sales have continued to sag as the European economy struggles to recover from its debt crisis.
The economy of the 17 European Union countries that use the euro shrank by 0.2% in the first quarter of this year — the sixth such decline in a row — and unemployment is at 12.2%. Meanwhile, the wider 27-country EU has also seen its economy slide into recession, shrinking 0.1% in the first three months of 2013.
Europe's recession has hit carmakers especially hard, as consumers put off purchases of high-ticket price items like cars under rising unemployment. Automakers have announced factory closures and put off new car launches in a bid for survival and to return their struggling European operations to profitability.
The results come after April offered a brief respite, with a slight increase in sales due to an extra two work days compared with a year earlier, not a change in consumer heart. Analysts have forecast sales will drop another 3% this year — after sliding to 12 million and 1995 levels last year — although some executives are reckoning with at least a 5% decline. That would be the sixth consecutive year in decline.
Nonetheless, IHS Automotive analyst Carlos da Silva sees the situation in Europe stabilizing.
"After five months, the situation remains tense," da Silva said. "Yet, for the second month in a row the rate of decline is slowing down. This means that sales are stabilizing trend-wise."
Even in Germany, Europe's strongest economy, car sales dropped to a worrying 9.9% in May. In Europe's other leading car markets, the picture was just as bad: Italy was down 8%, France saw a 10.4% drop, and Spain was off by 2.6%. Britain was the only major car market to post growth, up 11%.
The head of Italy's association of foreign carmakers, Romano Valente, urged the government to resist raising the value-added tax on car sales. The tax is scheduled to increase to 22% from 21% in July. Officials have said it will raise 4 billion euros ($5.33 billion), but conservative lawmakers in the cross-party coalition are opposed, claiming it will hit sales of big-ticket items harder.
Mass-market carmakers — PSA Peugeot-Citroen, Renault, Ford, General Motors and Fiat — all suffered double-digit declines in May. Germany's Volkswagen saw its sales drop at a slightly lower rate — a 2.8% drop in brand sales and 5.9% decline for the group. Sales of Mercedes brand were up 2.8%, while BMW brand sales declined 8.1%.
Jaguar/Land Rover and Japan's Mazda resisted the crisis with a 9.8% and 30% increase in sales, respectively, but on much smaller volumes and a market share of just 1%. Korean automaker Hyundai saw sales rise 1.9%.
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Cornell's Fine Italian Cuisine in Schenectady will be serving a five-course dinner with choices on New Year's Eve for $60 per person, plus tax and tip. Children 10 and younger have a choice of veal, chicken Parmigiana or ravioli, served with tossed salad and side of pasta for $25.
Call 379-3825 for reservations. The restaurant is located at 39 North Jay St.


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Pad Thai Noodles
Serves 4
You won't be disappointed with this healthy vegan version of traditional Pad Thai. Using brown rice noodles instead of white rice noodles is a deliciously sneaky way to increase the nutritional value of this dish. These tangy, sweet and slippery noodles are seriously addicting!
- 8 ounces brown rice noodles
- 3 cups broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
- 4 tablespoon brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice, plus wedges for serving
- 4 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon canola oil
- 3 scallions, thinly sliced
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- Chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish
- Chopped roasted salted peanuts, for garnish
Bring a large pot of heavily salted water to a boil. Add noodles and cook according to package directions. Add broccoli for the last 5 minutes of boiling and let cook until broccoli is fork tender. Drain, rinse with cold water, and drain again.
In a small bowl, whisk together brown sugar, lime juice, and soy sauce. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add scallions and garlic and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant. Add soy sauce mixture and noodles and broccoli to the skillet. Toss constantly until noodles and broccoli are coated with the sauce.
Serve noodles with lime wedges and garnish with cilantro and peanuts.


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A Connecticut photographer is on a mission to meet and take pictures of all 788 of his closest Facebook friends.
Ty Morin, who has already raised nearly 7,500 dollars for his film-photo series "Friend Request: Accepted" with the help of a Kickstarter campaign, has planned to the travel around the world to take a picture of each of his social networking site friends doing something he or she is passionate about and will be filming his journey, the New York Post reported.
On his Kickstarter page, Morin admitted that he has taken this activity as he hasn't spoken to half of the people he is friends with no the site.
"Don't you think cutting out all those friends would defeat the purpose of this project?" Morin wrote.
"The goal of this project is to reconnect with people," he added.
Morin also stated on his page that he plans to spend time with each person, with every portrait taking about an hour.
Morin, who plans on completing five per week, said he plans to use an old-fashion 8x10 camera instead of snapping a quick picture using a digital camera and moving on to the next person.
Morin also said that at his planned speed his ambitious project will take about three years to complete.


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Eoin lost his heart to a Galway girl
Eoin Coughlan makes Elaine Cormican laugh, apart from when she's left cleaning the kitchen after him
Elaine Cormican and Eoin Coughlan got married six years ago in Castleconnell, Limerick. It was hardly surprising their wedding turned into a three-day music festival, considering friends like Paddy Casey, Damien Dempsey and Nomos were present. "It was fantastic, as we were just moving from one pub to another," recalls Eoin, 41. "Paddy was pulled into a pub by a group of women who wanted him to play, and the place was hopping with music everywhere."
Eoin and Elaine met in 2003, when she was working at The Ark children's cultural centre and was involved in putting on concerts in children's hospitals. Eoin was recommended by Caroline Wynne of Artscope, and Elaine was really impressed with how good he was with the children, making the shyest little patients laugh.
They went for a drink afterwards with musician Brian Morrissey, who left early, leaving Eoin and Elaine to their own devices. They had a great chat and went for a burger in Supermac's. "I was intrigued," says Elaine, 39. "I found Eoin really interesting, and of course he's cute. He had longer hair when I met him and there was a lot of denim going on, but I fancied the overall package."
Eoin reckons Caroline knew exactly what she was doing when she told him he'd enjoy that particular gig. "When I saw this stunning-looking lady with the personality to go with it, I was thanking Caroline as she had struck gold," he laughs. "Elaine was open, smiley and had a wonderful, infectious personality."
Eoin was living in Cork and Elaine in Dublin, so he posted her a copy of the book, The Life of Pi, which they had discussed that evening. When she saw it, inscribed with the message, "Le gra, Eoin,' she was moved by his thoughtfulness. She accepted his invitation to visit Cork, and had a great time, enjoying the company, music scene and also the great meals he was making. Shortly afterwards, they both moved to Limerick as Elaine was embarking on a masters in traditional music performance at University of Limerick, and Eoin got a position as musician-in-residence in the county.
Eoin, the youngest of four, spent his first 12 years in Roscrea, and then his teacher parents, Michael and Maire, moved the family to Bishopstown in Cork. His twin loves were playing hurling and music. Eoin moved to Dublin straight after school with the aim of becoming a full-time singer-songwriter, and lived with Paddy Casey for a few years. At the age of 19 he was invited to join Nomos and stayed with them for four years. He also brought out an album, Blood in Vein, in 2007, and has enjoyed a very colourful music career.
As part of that, Eoin did a lot of music workshops in prisons, which led to him completing a PhD in drug and alcohol treatment. He's currently with Cloyne Diocesan Youth Services, and works very closely with the southern regional drugs taskforce.
Elaine, 39, is from Cappataggle in Galway, and comes in the middle of Christy and Nuala's five children. She learned to play the tin whistle, flute, piano, button accordion and guitar, and after her Leaving Cert, she moved to Dublin to do primary school teaching with music at St Patrick's. She taught for a few years, and then went to work at The Ark, completed the masters, and formed a band, Liadan, with five other girls and they toured all over the world.
Elaine is now teaching at Gaelscoil Ui Riordain, Ballincollig, and brought out an album, Cluain Amhrán/Meadow of Song, which was produced by Eoin. They are also both performing at the hit show, Pulses of Tradition, which is running at Triskel Arts Centre, Cork. and has received rave reviews. Created and produced by Brian Morrissey - yes, that gooseberry from their first "date - the live stage performance is a tasting plate of Irish traditional culture, featuring talented musicians, Irish dancers and singers. The stellar cast has genuine trad credentials and includes a six-piece trad supergroup and All-Ireland champions. The show was very well-received when it toured in France, Scotland and China, and it embraces the traditions of the past as well as celebrating the contemporary side of tradition.
"This is its fourth year and we get so excited for it every year," says Elaine. "Tourists love it but so do Irish people, as there's so much banter between all the lads on stage. I sing, play the flute and do some introductions, and Eoin sings and plays guitar and bodhran.
Eoin and Elaine moved to Ballinora outside Cork city last year, and feel very lucky with what they have. Eoin still cooks and makes Elaine laugh every day, although she's the one who does the washing-up after he has unveiled his latest culinary masterpiece. "He uses every pot possible and it's like a bomb has exploded in the place," she groans..
Elaine say that Eoin lights up people's lives with his humour, although he laments that she doesn't indulge him if he's feeling under the weather, even if he has a dose of the dreaded man-flu.
"The leg could be hanging off you and you wouldn't get any sympathy," he complains. "Elaine and I are so close, plus there's a bond between two people who play music together. We feel privileged to have this extra love for each other."
Pulses of Tradition continues at Triskel Arts Centre, Cork, on July 28, 29, August 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26, and September 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 22, 23. Tickets €15/€13 from www.triskelartscentre.ie or 021 4272022.
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Osteria Morini
Last night I had the pleasure of dining with Mark Suster, Steve Blank and of course Fred Wilson (my husband). Not only were we dining with plenty of interesting conversation at Osteria Morini so were a variety of people we knew which always makes for a fun evening.
I have heard so many things about the restaurant. Almost like reading a movie review before going to the movie. My expectations were not high. The restaurant has the feeling of a high end farm in Italy. Lots of beaten up wooden tables with old fashioned floral plates. Noise level is high.
It had been a long hard day and I started out with Negroni. I asked the waitress about it and wanted to know if I could have vodka instead of gin. She went into a dialogue of why they made it with gin and that was important to the drink etc. Seriously? After she stopped rambling I just said, make me the drink with vodka, ok? And she did.
We started out with three treats. A rectangular cheese covered with a light crispy coating on a stick which was good. A small round piece of polenta coated with pesto and lardo. One bite in the mouth and an oh wow, this is absolutely delicious. The last piece looked like fried mozzarella but inside was oozing rich cheese with a small bit of prosciutto. So delicious. Be careful because it explodes when bitten in to.
I ordered a variety of things for us to all split. Our first round of appetizers was a simple green arugula salad with lemon juice and shaved Parmesan. Simple and perfect.
A pot of liver pate with toasted bread. Wow and rich.
Marinated sardines over a bed of red beans. Different and tasty. A nice change.
The constant theme I heard from people was "order the pastas". And so I did. Tortellini filled with braised beef. Each tortellini was a square and then folded over with the contents held intact. The sauce was a brown sauce that paired perfectly with the meat. SO good.
I went with a simple tagliatelle with the house ragu antica which consists of beef, veal and pork. Classic, fantastic and that alone will send me back for more.
I opted for one meat and one fish. The porchetta was amazing. Pork cooked forever with a variety of herbs and wrapped in a super crispy thin skin. Flavorful. Reminded me of being in Italy. Can't ask for more than that.
Went with one fish. Swordfish covered with capers and herbs. Perfectly cooked and really good.
On the side mixed mushrooms sauteed with loads of olive oil and butter. How bad could it be?
Sauteed spinach with loads of olive oil too. So good. Sorry for the blurry pictures, new phone.
The troops wanted four desserts. So I obeyed the command. Gelato coated with "decaf" espresso. I love that we asked for decaf and they were able to please. Could we just tilt that back and throw it down our throats?
Hot apple hand pies with gelato. Perfect for the season.
Panne cotta in a jar with slices of orange. Interesting. At this point after a few glasses of wine everything tastes delicious.
Chocolate peanut butter bar with chocolate, chocolate and more chocolate.
I will absolutely be back. Loved the meal. Loved the place. A great addition to the downtown food scene. Michael White…you rule.


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Yellowknife-based Clark Builders won the contract to rebuild Whitehorse's F.H. Collins Secondary School Thursday with a bid just over $31.1 million.
Contracting officials say Clark's bid must now be reviewed to ensure it's complete.
A Port Moody, B.C., firm was second lowest with a bid just under $32 million. The 3rd and 4th place bidders, both from Alberta, were just $500,000 higher.
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December 2, 2016
Pattie and Peggy claim their sister, Kate, has struggled with hoarding for years and recently, it's taken a sharp turn for the worse. They say their once vibrant sister, who holds a law degree and has a master's in communication, is angry, irresponsible and scatterbrained, and that her cluttered house is cluttering her mind.
"I first noticed my sister Kate hoarding about eight years ago while she was still married. The kids' rooms were covered in cat hair, toys, books and trash. There weren't sheets on her beds," says Pattie. "Her kitchen counters were covered with garbage, fast-food wrappers, and bags of clothes all over the house."
WATCH: Woman Accused Of Being A Hoarder Gives Tour Of Her House
Pattie and Peggy say they have spent about $25,000 to help Kate, including paying for her to move twice because she was evicted due in part to the uncleanliness of her home, paying for cleaning services and paying her rent and bills. They say they now fear she could be facing eviction again because her home is starting to look like the previous house, filled with boxes, bags, clothes, trash, dirty dishes and craft supplies, even cat urine and feces they say.
"I don't want her living like that because eventually, we're just going to walk away," Pattie says, turning to Dr. Phil for help.
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For me, Sundays are a time to unwind and relax. Since I work on weekdays, therefore weekends are sacred to me, especially Sundays. How I like to spend days usually varies depending on my mood and often sadly enough about the weather (my general mood depends strongly on the weather). If it's beautiful weather, I love to be outdoors, breathing the fresh air and enjoying the sounds of nature – taking it all in. However, if the weather isn't decent I love to stay indoors and cozy up.
Here are some of my tips for a chill & relaxed Sunday:
Read a good book
I love immersing myself in a good book. Usually, I totally lose the track of time while reading and I think it is probably one of the most wonderful feelings. Unfortunately, during the weekdays I haven't got much time to read and if so it is usually just the newspapers I skim through. That's why Sundays are the perfect time to read. I am not in a rush anywhere so I don't need to keep my eyes on the clock all the time. Get lost in a novel or made educate yourself with a self-help book or and biography.
I am currently reading The Singles Game by Lauren Weisberger, the author of The Devil Wears Prada. It's a fast-paced, funny, enjoyable book, which I think would be a perfect one to bring to the beach on summer vacation.
Home spa
Treat yourself, your body and your mind with a blissful home spa. Put on a refreshing face mask, moisturize your body or do yourself a mani- or pedicure, or why not both? Take this time to just be still and notice the sensations of your body. If you like to make it more entertaining, why not call some of your friends? Perhaps you can paint each other's nails while having an enjoyable chat. If you prefer someone else doing the job, maybe book an appointment to an actual spa and having a relaxing day there.
My favorite face mask at the moment is the Turmeric & Cranberry Seed Energizing Radiance Masque from Khiel's. It instantly brightens up your skin and effectively clears out the pores.
Get moving
As I already mentioned I love spending time outdoors. My work consists mainly of time sitting in front of the computer so during my spare time I always make time to get my body moving. I usually start the day with a gentle yoga routine, which I highly recommend. It's my time to set an intention for the day and a time to just be still. On Sundays, I do prefer to take a walk outside. Since I live in the city, I usually just go to the park or follow a pedestrian wherever it may take me.
There are many great yoga videos online, which you can do at home. Myself, I love to watch videos by Yoga with Adriene. You can find her Morning yoga routines HERE.
Netflix & Chill
Somedays you have that feeling that you simply want to cozy up by the television and not move a muscle. That's so OK too. Perhaps you want to take this time to watch a movie you have been longing to watch. Or maybe you want to re-watch you favorite film of all times. Maybe gather a group of friends and make yourself some yummy snacks and binge-watch movies or series together. What's better than catch up episodes on your favorite series? Recently I have been catching up on Game of Thrones (I know, I am so late). But I never really thought it would be my kind of series, but then I had to see for myself what all the fuss was about and now I'm hooked.
What are your favorite series at the moment?
I hope you liked this different kind of post, and please let me know what you thought in the comments or share some of your favorite things to do on a Sunday.


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Yam and Carrot Delight & Kickin' Cranberry Sauce
Yam and Carrot Delight
This is a great twist on the traditional Yam Casserole for Thanksgiving. Carrots make this dish lighter and rich tasting. Serving it in oranges makes it fun and colorful – adding a sparkle to your Thanksgiving meal. You can also serve it without marshmallows and pecans if you prefer. It's oh so delicious!
8 oranges
3 medium yams
1 ½ lb. carrots, peeled and cut into 1 inch pieces
2 cups water
1 cup Earth balance** or butter
1 cup 2 % milk
¼ cup sour cream
3 tablespoons coconut sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon
¼ teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon sea salt
½ cup pecan halves
1 cup vegan mini marshmallows*
- Wash yams, cut deep slit in each and bake in pan at 375 degrees until tender (around 1 hour.) Cool slightly and remove skins.
- Place carrots in saucepan with water, ½ cup of Earth balance, 2 tablespoons of coconut sugar. Bring to a boil and cook for 20 minutes or until carrots are soft.
- Heat oven to 425 degrees.
- In food processor, puree cooked yams, carrots with remaining liquid from cooking carrots, ½ cup Earth Balance, milk, sour cream, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt. Puree for 5 minutes or until mixture is very creamy.
- Prepare oranges by cutting tops off oranges. Using a paring knife, cut along edge of the orange flesh where the rind connects and scoop out with spoon, removing as much as possible. (Save inside part of oranges for a fruit salad or snack).
- Fill oranges with puree. If you like, place marshmallows along edge of orange and a couple of pecan halves in the middle.
- Place oranges in pan and put in oven for 2-3 minutes or until marshmallows are just browned. Be careful not to burn.
- Serve extra filling on the side either heated or at room temperature.
Serves: 8
Total cooking time: 1.5 hours
*We use Dandies Vegan Marshmallows. Can be found at Whole Foods.
Ingredients: Vegan Beet Sugar, Corn Syrup, Corn Starch, Corn Dextrose, Water, Carrageenan, Soy Protein, Natural Vanilla Flavor, Titanium Dioxide (a natural mineral), Salt.
Contains Soy. Gluten Free. 100% Vegan. Certified Kosher. http://www.chicagoveganfoods.com/dandies_vegan_marshmallows/
**Earth Balance is a buttery spread that does not contain any hydrogenated or interesterified oils, preservatives or emulsifiers found in most margarines and other butter alternatives. It is a natural option with 0g of trans fat. It includes different types of oils, including olive and coconut.
Responses to your Comments!
"I'm unclear how this is "100% VEGAN" when it has both milk AND sour cream??"
The ingredient list was just for the marshmallows. We were so excited that we found any that weren't just made with corn syrup!
"And where is the soy protein it warns against at the bottom coming from?"
Once again just in the marshmallows.
"Looks delicious but we don't have a food processor!"
Try using a stand mixer or with a hand held electric mixer.
Next – Kickin' Cranberry Sauce
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Kickin' Cranberry Sauce
This is a fabulous twist on standard cranberry sauce. Half an orange added, rind and all, gives it a zesty orange flavor. Cinnamon and ginger adds depth and richness. It's tart and tasty and super easy to make.
12 oz. fresh cranberries
1 cup coconut sugar
1 cup water
¼ teaspoon cinnamon
½ teaspoon ginger, peeled and minced
½ navel orange
Place cranberries in small pot with water and sugar. Heat on medium low, reducing to low once it comes to a simmer. Stir occasionally.
Mince orange finely in food processor or by hand, including rind.
Add orange to cranberry mix along with ginger and cinnamon.
Allow to cook for 20-25 minutes or until the cranberries break down and sauce thickens as the water cooks off. Make sure to stir frequently so it doesn't burn.
Serves: 4-6
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August 23, 2012
Facebook And Instagram Finally Get The Go-ahead To Make It Official
Michael Harper for redOrbit.com — Your Universe Online
The Love Story which blossomed earlier this spring has finally come to a beautiful, romantic end (or is it beginning?)The Facebook-Instagram deal has now been cleared by the parental figurehead of the US Federal Trade Commission (FTC). With an unanimous vote, the FTC has given Facebook the go-ahead nod to take on Instagram as its own and love it as it should love itself. It´s enough to make you sort of misty, isn´t it?
The FTC offered no objection and took no action against this proposal. Now, Facebook is clear to finally "seal the deal" as it were and make this thing official, according to Reuters.
Initially, Facebook agreed to purchase Instagram for the story-making $1 billion, making this acquisition the biggest in Facebook´s relatively short history. This $1 Billion was split up in cash and stock; $300 million in cash and nearly 23 million shares of FB stock.
With shares of FB performing as poorly as they have been, Instagram has already taken a sizable loss as a part of their acquisition. As of today, the Facebook Instagram deal is worth quite a bit less than the original quote, currently valued at just over $741 million.
The New York Times issued a report earlier this week concerning how the urgency felt to close this deal by these two tech companies could have hurt Instagram in the long run.
The deal struck between these two companies didn´t provide a safety net for Instagram should Facebook´s stock perform as poorly as it has been. Instagram may have been taking a very risky gamble on Facebook by opting to receive so many shares of stock without any sort of protective measures. As such, this deal has already lost some of its luster and sheen, leaving Instagram to watch as their value sinks.
The social networking giant announced their intentions to purchase Instagram this April in an attempt to boost their lagging mobile platform and sharing options. Instagram became a huge hit in the iOS App Store soon after the iPhone 4 was released with a greatly improved camera.
With Instagram, users can snap pictures, edit them with a sundry of distressed and vintage filters and other effects, and then share them instantly with other Instagram users or their Facebook and Twitter accounts.
Just before Facebook announced their intentions, Instagram had released an Android version of their once iOS exclusive app, significantly expanding their user base. Last month, Instagram reported having 80 million active users.
According to their most recent 10Q regulatory filings, Facebook has said they intend to leave Instagram as is, saying they´ll maintain its products "as independent mobile applications to enhance our photos product offerings and to enable users to increase their levels of mobile engagement and photo sharing."
Though the social giant didn´t have any additional comments or statements about the clearing of this deal, they did tell Reuters they were "pleased" the matter is finally over and done with.
Originally, Facebook had planned to have this deal completed by the end of their second quarter, but later changed their timeline, saying they hoped to have everything complete by the end of the year.
Now, it´s all official. Instagram is now a part of the Baby Blue Menlo Park Group, and I bet they can´t wait to start snapping pictures of all the crazy hackathons that take place on campus.


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Our video of the week: C130 Air Drop
Equipment drop from a C-130 aircraft: The C-130 originates from Kandahar for support for coalition ground troops.
Scenes in the video include:
cargo being loaded onto the aircraft
the aircraft flying over mountainous terrain
and cargo being pushed out of the aircraft and parachuting to the ground.
Precision air re-supply to the ground has become an important element of USAF support to the ground forces.
Credit: 455th Air Expeditionary Wing, 10/9/09
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OK, this isn't technically a "Copycat" craft because I haven't seen any crafter copy it yet. But I doubt that I am overestimating your abilities in thinking you might not need a tutorial to knock off this design found at Dillard's. So simple, in fact, that I think it would make an awesome kids craft, don't you?
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This project only makes sense if you have the buttons on hand, because at a measly $4 a pop, it would cost you more in buttons to make them than buy them.


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What does tjurunga mean?
Definitions for tjurunga
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An object of religious significance among indigenous Australian peoples.
A Tjurunga or as it sometimes spelled, Churinga, is an object of religious significance by Central Australian indigenous people of the Arrernte groups. Tjurunga often had a wide and indeterminate native significance, they included: sacred ceremonies, stone objects, wooden sacred objects, bullroarers, sacred ground paintings, ceremonial poles, ceremonial headgear, sacred chants and sacred earth mounds.
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