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Ensign, Sanford, Robinson
I was reluctant to make any comment about the Iris Robinson story when I first heard it, particularly given the background of mental instability. But as the facts emerged, and particularly the timing of events, I do think it worthy of comment. Whatever sympathy I do have is tempered by the fair criticism of hypocrisy.
We know from Peter Robinson's statement that the affair happened before March 2008. It was then on 30 July that Iris Robinson, MP, MLA, said in a House of Commons committee (at 5.38 p.m.) on sex offenders, "There can be no viler act, apart from homosexuality and sodomy, than sexually abusing innocent children." Though she deservedly got the flack for that, her husband, First Minister Peter Robinson, later backed her up, saying, "It wasn't Iris Robinson who determined that homosexuality was an abomination, it was the Almighty". At the DUP party conference in November, Peter Robinson made light of his wife's tendency to ignore political correctness.
I can't but be reminded of senior US Republican Party figures who fell into disgrace last year after their adulterous affairs emerged. We had Gov. Mark Sanford of South Carolina and Sen. John Ensign of Nevada, both of whom admitted to having affairs in June 2008. Both were members of the religious organization, The Family, which has a record of helping its members cover up affairs, covered by Jeff Sharlet. Both voted to impeach President Bill Clinton after the Monica Lewinsky affair. Both oppose allowing gay couples to marry or granting them any legal recognition, leading them to be termed supporters of family values (though neither made comments on the issue as bigoted as those of Mrs. Robinson).
Of course there is no necessary contradiction between opposition to homosexual relationships, either in the absolute sense or in legal recognition, and having an affair, except, of course that the same book cited to condemn the former includes a prohibition on the latter in the Ten Commandments. What really came to mind about Mrs. Robinson's subsequent comments on hearing of her affair with a 19-year-old man were words from the scripture, the Gospel according to Matthew, Chapter 7, Verses 1–5:
1Judge not, that ye be not judged. 2For with what judgment ye judge, ye shall be judged: and with what measure ye mete, it shall be measured to you again. 3And why beholdest thou the mote that is in thy brother's eye, but considerest not the beam that is in thine own eye? 4Or how wilt thou say to thy brother, Let me pull out the mote out of thine eye; and, behold, a beam is in thine own eye? 5Thou hypocrite, first cast out the beam out of thine own eye; and then shalt thou see clearly to cast out the mote out of thy brother's eye.
She made her bigoted remarks, which her husband backed up, after they had come to terms with her affair. Was it a warped case of the lady doth protest too much?
I wish the Robinsons no particular ill will. What I would particularly hope is that those who had previously listened and paid heed to Iris Robinson in condemning the relationships of others will think carefully about and re-evaluate such reckless utterances.
Correction: It being the beginning of the year, when I read that she'd made her comments about homosexuality in 2008, I put that in the category in my mind of "last year". It is, of course, nearly two years (it didn't feel as recent as that), before her husband found out about her affair, but after she had started it.


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Friday, December 02, 2005
WHAT THE POPE SAYS: There has been some discussion in the blogosphere about the recent Vatican document and accompanying glosses about gays in the priesthood. Among the more lucid are those from Eve Tushnet and Ross Douthat. I think it would be helpful to point out a couple of things. The first is that this is demonstrably a ban on all gay priests and seminarians, regardless of their commitment to celibacy, and is expected to be rigorously enforced. The only exception is for those "with homosexual tendencies that might only be a manifestation of a transitory problem, as, for example, delayed adolescence." Translation: if you're straight and had some fleeting same-sex desires in adolescence, and have not felt them for at least three years before the diaconate, you're ok. Anyone with "deep-seated homosexual tendencies" is not. If you are not clear what "deep-seated homosexual tendencies" means, this statement from L'Osservatore Romano should remove all doubt:
"Candidates who have 'deep-seated homosexual tendencies,' that is, an exclusive attraction to persons of the same sex - independently of whether or not they have had erotic experiences - cannot be admitted to the seminary or to holy orders."In other words, even celibate gay men - gay men who have adhered to the Church's teachings never to masturbate or have any sexual intimacy for their entire lives - are unfit for the priesthood. It no longer matters what gay priests - or gay men, for that matter - do. What matters is who they are. And who they are is a threat to the family and destabilizing to society.
THIS IS A CHANGE: There is also no doubt that this is a shift in the Church's teachings about homosexuality. What the Church is now categorically saying is that there is something inherently sick about homosexuality, regardless of how it is expressed, that renders gays unfit for serving God. Again, the Church backs this doctrine up. Where once homosexuality was a "condition" and the Church could speak of "homosexual persons," now there are merely "tendencies" and the phrase "homosexual person" is not used. It says that homosexuality itself is a "problem in the psychic organization," i.e. a psychological disorder - despite the fact that no respectable psychological organization concurs. The spokesperson for the Pontifical Council for the Family goes further:
"One must free oneself from the idea that leads one to believe that, insofar as a homosexual person respects his commitment to continence lived in chastity, there will not be problems and he can therefore be ordained a priest... [A] commitment in holy orders presupposes that the candidate has attained a sufficient affective and sexual maturity coherent with his masculine sexual identity."This is all lifted from pseudo-Freudian psychology last taken seriously in the 1960s. (Yes, Freud, the man who believed all religion was bunk, but, hey, you've got to find the arguments where you can.)
'REAL MEN' AND PRIESTS: The Church is arguing that heterosexual "masculine" "maturity" is a normative good and integral to the priesthood. Again, in the spokesman's words:
"[A priest] must, in principle, be suitable for marriage and able to exercise fatherhood over his children. And it is under those mature conditions that he renounces exercising them in order to give himself to God in the priesthood," the monsignor wrote. Msgr. Anatrella repeatedly affirmed the need for a priest to be heterosexual in order to see himself and for others to see him as the "bridegroom of the church" and as a "spiritual father" to those to whom he is ministering. "A homosexual person would have difficulty incarnating this symbolic reality of the spousal bond and spiritual paternity," he said.What this means is a real shift away from what Eve Tushnet rightly respects as a distinction between identity and acts, toward a conflation of the two and the designation of gay people as inherently defective as moral beings, because of their intrinsic violation of heterosexual normativity. Again, this is very far from the previous language of the Church on this matter. The Vatican once informed us in official documents in 1975 and 1986, that homosexual persons were "made in the image and likeness of God." The condition of homosexuality was, for many, "innate," and not in itself a sin. Gay people were "often generous and giving of themselves," and the notion that gays could not lead celibate lives was an "unfounded and demeaning assumption." Now, all the emphasis is on psychic disorder, social incapacity, and an inability to relate to men and women. Some want to argue that by saying that "homosexuality" has no "social value" and no "moral virtue," the hierarchy is not condemning all gay lives, in so far as they are gay, as worthless and without moral standing. But it is very hard in the context of this document to see how. There was once a small and narrow space within which gay Catholics could live lives of dignity and self-respect. Benedict has deliberately removed all oxygen from that space. Moreover, you might expect that the document, aware of the immense pain and injury it would inflict upon gay Catholics and gay people everywhere, would somehow address this, reach out, present a positive future for gay people, or, at least, pay deference to the great work that gay clergy have played in the past. But that is not the case, as even Ross concedes. This Pope is uninterested in reaching out; he is interested in casting out.
WHERE GAY PRIESTS NOW ARE: Of course, if all this is to be taken seriously (and I cannot go along with the cynicism of those who pretend it doesn't matter), it forces us to a very important question. Why is the Church permitting currently gay priests to continue in their ministry? If they cannot relate to men and women, as the Church claims, if their celibacy does not mitigate their psychological sickness, if they have -
trouble relating to their fathers; are uncomfortable with their own identity; tend to isolate themselves; have difficulty in discussing sexual questions; view pornography on the Internet; demonstrate a deep sense of guilt; or often see themselves as victims- then why are they allowed to continue in the priesthood at all? Why ban seminarians but not priests? Already, we have signs that a gradual purge along these lines will begin. And so, by the logic of the demonization of homosexuals, it should. If gay men should never have been ordained in the first place, why should they be allowed to remain? My own heart goes out to those men who have lived up to their vows, been wonderful priests, and are now told that, in so far as they are gay, they have no social value, no moral virtue and that if they had not already been ordained, they would no longer be. What are they supposed to do? I'd say they have a moral obligation to tell their parishioners who they are, to debunk the prejudices and smears foisted upon them by the (often closeted) hierarchy, and let the chips fall where they may. Bigotry is wrong; condemning a whole group of society is wrong; demeaning their service is wrong; perpetuating unsubstantiated libels and pseudo-pop-psychology is wrong. It is incumbent on straight Catholics as well as gay ones to say this out loud. The principles here are fairness and compassion. Defending them is defending the Church itself.
EMAIL OF THE DAY: A gay Catholic grad student at Notre Dame writes the following:
I apologize if my own anger and pain about the document detract from the larger points I attempt to make, but this instruction feels like a truly personal attack.I think that is what is so immensely painful about this latest attack on some of God's children. It is an attempt to conflate a sin with an identity. That is a profound attack on the Body of Christ. From the Vatican itself.
Always bear in mind that when God surveyed his creation he deemed it good. Not perfect, good. As creatures we must recognize the value of other despite any deficiencies. Let us not lose sight of the dire consequences this document will likely have. None of its effects have only theoretical ramifications. It harms the flesh and bones of Christ's Mystical Body, gay and straight, lay and ordained.
This document fundamentally renders the Catholic Church less catholic, less compassionate, and less Christian. Furthermore, it will exacerbate the priest shortage at a time when so many Catholics lack the nourishment provided by a communal celebration of the Eucharist. It alienates not only gay and lesbian Catholics but their loved ones as well - who have perhaps struggled but succeeded in accepting their homosexual loved one as a good person in whom the Spirit is active.
As a gay Catholic I find it difficult to conceive a place for myself that maintains any semblance of intellectual, spiritual or emotional integrity; I see a dismissal of my ability to achieve a humane communion with my fellow persons and with Christ. The Vatican has now further marginalized an already marginalized group by pandering to people's worst fears and stereotypes. This document amounts to a predation upon those men with whom I share a unique emotional commiseration and who thus speak more effectively to my particular spiritual struggle. It attempts to amputate part of the Mystical Body.
We cannot pass this position off as a 'hate-the-sin-love-the-sinner' exhortation otherwise a commitment to celibacy would suffice. The equation of predilection to actual act has dangerous implications for all Catholics. The inclination to sin, common to all humans and part of our imperfection, should never be squared with sin itself lest we abandon the hope for living in a Christ-like way by overcoming the inclination to sin to instead act with love and justice.
What those who condemn homosexuality fail to realize is that it is not only or even primarily about sex, just as heterosexual attraction is not primarily about the act. A non-normative attraction does not constitute an 'affective immaturity' that precludes normal relational interactions. In fact, in my experience and the experience of every other gay person I know, the stifling of our sexuality through denial, self-loathing, an attempt to enter straight relationships, or a spiritually unsatisfying celibacy causes much more dysfunction in relationships of all types than does admitted homosexuality. The 'trial' of homosexuality comes from the fear of reprobation or the actual rejection of others, to which the Church now contributes under the pretext of stabilizing the priesthood. Once we come to terms with our own sexuality and remember that we are still children of God, we can begin to see ourselves as God does: good, imperfect but unquestionably good.
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Thursday, December 01, 2005
DERB'S INCONSISTENCIES? An emailer makes a challenging point:
When I read the Derbyshire bit on your blog today, I was thinking about his negative view on homosexuality: if he thinks that who one desires is not a matter of choice (as he implies by saying it is an 'unfair' truth that men really only want 15-20 year olds), then how can he possibly justify marginalization of gay relationships?Good question, I'd say.
I did a Google search to see if he thought homosexuality was inborn, and it turns out he does. That does not, however, mean that gays shouldn't be marginalized, according to him. Homosexuality is a 'social negative,' he says. In fact, it would be better for everyone, he thinks, if they marginalized themselves. He says,"Tolerance is not approval; and while I do not agree with the pope that homosexuals are called to chastity, I do think that they are called to restraint, discretion, reticence, and a decent respect for the opinions of the majority. I certainly do not think that they ought to be allowed to transform long-established institutions like marriage on grounds of 'fairness.' Nor do I think they should be allowed to advertise their preference to high-school students, as they do in some parts of this country. Nor should they be strutting about boasting of 'pride.' (How can you feel pride in something you believe you can't help?)"Seems to me that freely and publicly admitting pedophilic tendencies (and lusting after 15-year-olds still counts - at least, adults sleeping with 15-year-olds is illegal, and most people are agreed that it's illegal for good reason) is advertising a preference of a far greater social negative. I'm sure many, or some, high school students read NRO. And if he's not strutting about boasting, he's certainly saying it with a 'wink-wink, come on guys, you know I'm the only one who's brave enough to say what we're all thinking' kind of bravado. If he thinks gays should exhibit restraint, discretion, etc., my goodness, by his own reasoning, why shouldn't he?


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The CoreLogic RP Data April Home Value Index results out today show the trend for capital gains has dropped from the peaks of 2015 with dwelling values continuing to track higher across each of the capital cities over the first four months of this year.
In April, the pace of capital gains rebounded from the relatively flat numbers recorded in March, with dwelling values increasing by an average of 1.7 per cent across the CoreLogic RP Data combined capitals' index.
The latest figures now take the combined capital city dwelling values measure 3.3 per cent higher over the first four months of 2016.
Across the country, housing market trends remain mixed, however, CoreLogic RP Data research noted that the improvement in the rate of capital gains has been 'broad-based' during 2016 with every capital city except Perth recording a lift in dwelling values over the calendar year to date.
The results show value growth moved at a faster pace compared with the final three months of 2015 when capital city dwelling values slid 1.4 per cent lower off the back of weaker market
conditions in Sydney and Melbourne.
While we've seen capital gains moderate substantially after peaking last year in Sydney and Melbourne, dwelling values continue to trend higher, just not as fast.
The annual rate of growth in Sydney peaked at 18.4 per cent in July last year and has since moderated back to slightly less than half the peak rate of growth, at 8.9 per cent over the most recent twelve month period.
Melbourne's housing market continues to show a level of resilience to a slowing trend, however the annual growth rate has fallen from a recent peak of 14.2 per cent to the current annual growth rate of 10.1 per cent; Melbourne was the only capital city to see double digit growth over the past twelve months.
Perth and Darwin remain as the only two capital city markets to experience a decline in home values over the past twelve months, with Perth values down 2.1 per cent and Darwin values 3.7 percent lower.
With recent month-on-month increases in home values in these two cities, the declining trend rate is now levelling.
This may be an early sign that these markets are beginning to find their cyclical trough after more than a year of annual declines.
Over the current growth cycle, which commenced broadly in June 2012, capital city dwelling values have moved 34.4 per cent higher, led by a 52.7 per cent rise in Sydney home values, and a 37.1 per cent lift in Melbourne values.
This result highlights the two-tiered nature of Australia's housing market.
Brisbane experienced the third highest rate of dwelling value growth over the growth cycle to date; dwelling values in the city are now up 18 per cent.
Australia's regional markets also exhibited a lift in house values over the year to date.
While house values across the non-capital city markets have generally underperformed compared with the capital city regions, regional house values moved 2.4 per cent higher over the first quarter of the year.
The regional results are far from uniform across the states, with houses across both regional Western Australia and South Australia clearly showing values have moved lower over the past twelve months, down 1.2 per cent and 6.1 per cent respectively.
The regional market to receive the highest value gains was New South Wales where house values were up 6.5 per cent over the past twelve months.
Mining and resource-related areas continue to be a drag on regional housing market averages, however regional coastal and lifestyle markets, as well as major regional service centres which are sheltered from the mining downturn, are recording much healthier housing market conditions.
The capital gains gap between houses and units has reversed over recent months across the combined capital city measures.
Historically, house values have risen at a faster annual pace than units except during the down phase of the market.
Based on the latest data, house values have risen by 7.2 per cent, compared to a 8.0 per cent rise in units over the past twelve months.
The results are very different across the cities, however, a substantial performance gap favouring detached homes is evident in Melbourne and Brisbane.
Melbourne house values are 10.8 per cent higher over the past twelve months compared with a 4.7 per cent rise in unit values, while in Brisbane house values are up 6.7 per cent compared with a 1.2 per cent increase in unit values.
The mature nature of the Sydney unit market has actually seen houses underperform compared to units, with growth of 8.4 per cent and 11.5 per cent respectively over the past twelve months.
It is this strong performance from the Sydney unit market which is largely driving the higher growth rate across the combined capitals average.
This growth differential can likely be explained by the higher supply levels of units in the inner city markets of Melbourne and Brisbane.
CoreLogic's latest Settlement Risk report shows approximately 31,000 apartments are due to settle across Melbourne's inner city region over the next 24 months, while Inner Brisbane has almost 17,500 units due to settle over the next two years.
According to CoreLogic research analysts, settlement risk implies that units sold off the plan could show a valuation at the time of settlement that is lower than the contract price, creating the risk for developers that contracted buyers may look to seek ways in which to avoid completing the contract to purchase the property.
Buyers of the off the plan units who find their valuation at the time of settlement is lower than the contract price may face a higher than expected financial outlay as lenders seek to ensure an 80% loan to valuation ratio.
This risk may have been exacerbated in recent weeks with three of the big four banks reportedly limiting the extent to which they are willing to lend to non-residents.
Of course non-residents are a material segment of persons buying new units off the plan.
Rental markets have continued along their soft path, with capital city rents holding steady over the month, but down 0.2 per cent compared with a year ago.
The fact that dwelling rents are broadly flat at a time when dwelling values continue to rise has continued to push rental yields lower.
The gross rental yield for capital city dwellings pushed to a new record low of 3.4 per cent in April, while Melbourne's gross yield profile is even lower, averaging 3.0 per cent.
The low yield profile across Australia's two largest cities, which are also the cities that attract the largest investment demand, suggests that most recent investors, despite the low mortgage rate settings, are likely to be utilising a negative gearing strategy to offset their cash flow losses against their taxable income.
Buyer demand continues to be supported by mortgage rates that are close to historic lows, as well as high levels of investment demand.
Even though investor demand has eased since May last year, investors still comprise approximately 46 per cent of all new mortgage commitments.
With the likelihood of interest rate increases in the foreseeable future almost non-existent due to the negative March quarter inflation reading, buyer demand is likely to remain high for housing.
Similarly, as long as taxation policy continues to support investment in the housing market, we are likely to see investors remain as a substantial component of housing demand due to the lacklustre returns evident in other asset classes such as cash, bonds and equities
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The American University in Cairo
AUC New Cairo Campus
Bassily Hall
Fri 17, (10am -5.30pm) & Sat 18 (9am-5.30pm): EduForum 2nd International Annual Forum, under the theme "New Horizons for Learning," that is organized by Edupedia, an educational and management consultancy firm in collaboration with AUC's Graduate School of Education (GSE) as a strategic partner. The forum includes 12 international speakers, who have exceptional areas of expertise in the field of education. It also includes 40 workshops facilitated by international experts, including Chris Wilkins, professor of education, University of Leicester, UK; Keith Browne, director of professional studies and teaching at the International School of Geneva; and Rebecca Gillman, international educator and service learning consultant.
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CAIROGRAPHIE Photography Festival 2017
Fri 17, 5-8.30pm: "Born to Change," series of talks by rising young artists: Lobna Tarek, Nelly El-Skarkawy, Ravi Shaker among others.
French Cultural Centre
Heliopolis, Masr Al-Gedida, Tel 02 2417 4824 Sat 18, 6pm: A lecture by Professor Peter Stone on protecting cultural heritage in conflict and wars held at The French Institute of Oriental Archeology (37 Al-Sheikh Ali Youssef St, Cairo, Tel 02 2797 1600 (The lecture is in French). Misr Public Library 4 Gamal Hemdan St, Sharl De Gol, Dokki, Giza Tel 02 3336 0291 Sun 18, 5pm: "Galaxies," Eng. Essam Gouda lectures on galaxies, how they come to existence, what do they consist of and the types of galaxies. Netherlands-Flemish Institute in Cairo 1Dr. Mahmoud Azmy St, Omar Al Khayam, Zamalek, Tel 02 2738 2520 Thurs 16, 6pm: "Who is to blame for Sexual Harassment?- Understanding the Intersection of Toxic Masculinity, Racialization and Social Class in Sexual Harassment Discourses in Egypt and Beyond," a lecture moderated by AUC associate professor of sociology Helen Mary Rizzo (The lecture is in English). Thurs 23, 6pm: "Why is My Curriculum White?," a lecture features Dr Omid Tofighian, a lecturer, researcher and community advocate who will discuss how the campaign is a transnational initiative that originated in South Africa and is designed to critically analyze the curriculum in higher education and the ways it replicates and reinforces whiteness.
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The Auditorium Wed 22, 5pm: "Towards a Stable Family: When Divorce is a Solution," part two of a series of lectures. Discussants are Dr. Tarek Molokheya, professor of psychiatry at the Faculty of Medicine, Alexandria University and Mr. Tarek Abdel-Salam, an accredited therapist by the Ministry of Health and Population.


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is there any way
to set your computer to switch off on a timer? i want to listen to something while i go to sleep but dont want my laptop on all night? any ideas?
let the battery run down
race it to sleep :)
it makes a deafneing bleep bleep bleep...
noise which will will make up and probably evryone else in the house
try that again
it makes a deafening bleeping just as the battery is running low so it would probably wake me back up
this laptop overheats
so its bad leaving it on
Well do you mean on in the sense of the screen being on
or just that you put it into hibernation/sleep? I do that with my laptop. It's fine.
If I had it on all the time it would be SO fucking hot, though.
In general you'll find a lot of people who'd advise you to leave a computer on 24/7 to get the best life out of it because it's usually the power surge when you turn it on and off that fucks with components.
I don't think that matters really. Why waste all that electricity when I don't need to?
i leave my computer on 24/7
just laptops i switch off
Why waste the power, though?
Unless you're actually using it.
Surely it can't be asleep if people are downloading from it?
If it's cold when you start it up it's fine. If it's warm I'd think you could be fucking with it but Mac build quality should be at the top end of the scale.
Fundamentally it's probably fine but you're killing the environment so you can steal copyrighted material. I hope you feel good about that :D
There is software you can get.
This is what Google found.
wont let me set it to 2 hours
unless i register it, which i think means buy it, no thanks.
Yes sort of
Right click on the desktop and select properties.
Then under 'Screen Saver' go to Power.
Set the 'standby' thing so that it shuts down after 2 mins inactivity. When your music stops it'll go to shut down.
You'll be woken up by the sound of it turning off, though.
I use this one
Tiny, spyware/adware/virus free.
Either set a countdown, timer, cpu usage boundary or when your internet disconnects. Ta daaa!
Oh and it has a forced shutdown
So you you won't set it, come back to your computer but it hasn't shut down because there's a window saying "Do you want to close this program?" Etc
good call
i was looking for something like this as well


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Sweetening up the British Street food scene with an Identity for a retro street food truck serving delicious Crème Brûlée.
I worked with the owners of a retro Renault Estafette 800 to help them create the UK's first Crème Brûlée van. The biggest decision they faced was what colour to spray the vehicle, so I set up a tool which allowed them to play with colour combinations for the roof and body on a real van. Once that decision was met, a set of guidelines and creative assets were created, which provided clear creative and strategic guidance, allowing them to take a hands on approach with creating their vision.
Client: The Crema Caravan
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Cruise through the Holidays at the Speedway
The Charlotte Motor Speedway has set the standard for motorsports entertainment for more than 50 years, earning its title of "The Greatest Place to See the Race" among motorsports fans. Earlier this year, we looked at how Klein-equipped professionals Gear Up for Race Nights under the Lights to maintain and improve the 2,200-acre superspeedway. During the holiday season, however, those same professionals transform the massive location to a spectacular Christmas-themed experience.
For eight years running, Santa has called in his hard-working elves, also known as the 40-person operations team, to create an unforgettable fan experience and spread holiday cheer with the annual Speedway Christmas. With the right tools for the job, professionals provide families with a unique opportunity to create a tradition worth looking forward to each year.
"The tools, the nut drivers and the screwdrivers and things that we use are very important," says Marvin Hudson, facilities manager. "We do carry the Klein tools. We use them all. I have them all in my bag."
Klein-equipped professionals begin preparing for the event in October, running wire, stringing lights and testing equipment. Within three to four weeks, the speedway is transformed into a winter wonderland. Every weekend, up to 1,700 cars cruise through the light show, but it isn't just a sight to see – this holiday extravaganza also is synced to music with moving illuminations incorporated into the displays.
Speedway Christmas features more than 3 million lights and decorations. Throughout the must-see, 3.75-mile course, which includes the oval, the infield and the concourse, is an unforgettable showcase of mesmerizing tunnel lights, various entertaining displays, larger than life trees and much more.
Spirits are high as families celebrate the most wonderful time of the year – together. In addition to driving through the twinkling lights, families can enjoy taking pictures with Santa in the Christmas Village, visiting the petting zoo or the Bethlehem Village and watching a holiday classic at the Christmas Drive-in theatre.
"That's what makes it worth doing," says Chris Helms, electrician at Charlotte Motor Speedway. "Seeing the kids' smiles, the families spending time together having a good time, the expression on the kids' faces when they see the lights dance to the music or the displays move. That makes it worthwhile."
Our return visit to the Charlotte Motor Speedway was the last stop on our trip around the country to showcase the always impressive – and sometimes unusual – work that Klein-equipped professionals do to make iconic American celebrations possible.


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Wednesday, February 14th Cost $89
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Tuesday, May 29th Cost: $129
A great day is in store for you as we travel to Magnolia Plantation & Gardens explore the gardens & learn all about life on the Plantation. The Plantation House Guided Tour gives you the history of the Drayton family that maintain ownership after twelve generations & learn what life was like on the plantation. The Nature Tram Tour describes the Plantation's diverse landscapes, lakes, woodlands, marshes and rivers. The Nature Boat Tour explores the Plantation's 125 acres of rice fields, as the guide tells you about the plantation life & river culture. The Slavery to Freedom Tour discusses the slave cabins that have been carefully preserved and restored to document life at the Plantation. Hear the people's stories & tour the cabins. The Audubon Swamp Tour is self-guided. Walk over the bridges & broadwalks & see the local mammals in this black water cypress and tupelo swamp. Don't forget to visit the Orientation Theater to learn the fascinating history of Magnolia Plantation & the Historic Gardens. Then, on to the Petting Zoo to see the Lowcountry critters & a stop @ the Conservatory. A picnic lunch in included today.
Chimney Park & Lake Lure
Tuesday, July 17th Cost: $90
The views will be amazing today as we travel to Chimney Rock in the Blue Ridge Mountains. We will arrive @ the park & go to the Meadows to enjoy lunch (included) @ the Pavilion. After lunch, the shuttle will take us to the top parking area to meet a naturalist for a short program about radical raptors – learning about the beautiful birds of prey that call the area home. You will get to meet some of the birds! After the program, head up the 26-story elevator to the Sky Lounge to enjoy the 75-mile panoramic views of the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains. If you prefer, you can take 2 flights of stairs to the top of Chimney Rock. Or you can enjoy the wonderful views & visit the shops while you are there. After enjoying the beautiful scenery, the group meets back @ the shuttle to the motorcoach. We travel on to discover the beauty & charm of Lake Lure on a covered boat tour. Your guide will point out all the & landmarks such as those used in the film "Dirty Dancing". Listen to the legends & learn all about the natural and cultural history. After the tour, we will begin our journey home in awe of the beauty we have seen today.
"SAMSON: the Last Judge"
Saturday, August 11th Cost: $89
Enjoy an authentic biblical meal before the matinee as we step back in time with "Samson" @ Narroway Theater and discover a story that is still relevant today. This story is funny, tragic & filled with hope. Listen as the story in the book of Judges unfolds.
Tuesday, October 9th Cost: $75
See the fall foliage as we journey to Hendersonville in the beautiful mountains of North Carolina. There will be a stop @ a local farm to buy apples, pumpkins, cabbages & other produce. We will visit the Farmer's Market to shop with the vendors for arts, crafts & locally grown food. Lunch will be @ Golden Corral (included). Then, stop @ Historic Hendersonville to visit the Mast General Store & local shops & enjoy a day in the mountains
GINGERBREAD HOUSES & Shopping
Omni Grove Park Inn
Tuesday, Dec. 4th Cost: $89
As we arrive, walk through the hotel & see the amazing gingerbread houses, each with its own style & creativity. Visit the great hall with the giant evergreen tree & enormous fireplaces that are adorned with wreaths. Sit in the giant rocking chairs & relax by the roaring fire. Notice all the ornaments on the beautifully decorated trees in the hallway as you visit the gift shops. After a delightful morning @ the Inn, we leave to go to J & S Cafeteria to have lunch (included). After lunch, we will stop by the Asheville Outlets with over 75 retail outlets to finish our Christmas shopping. A great day will be had by all!
Saturday, December 15th Cost: $109
Deck the halls & decorate the tree! Enjoy the holidays and get in the Christmas spirit
with this musical revue performed by the Flat Rock Playhouse singers and dancers.
Celebrate Christmas @ FLAT ROCK PLAYHOUSE! (Lunch is included.)


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About the Photographer:
Wendy Nuttall has been capturing the beauty that is Canada since 2011. She travels back and forth from Maple Creek and Newfoundland – where she has made a second home. Her vision is constantly evolving as well as her amazing artwork! She showcases the diversity of the country and just how gorgeous it is in its natural state. Her artwork is for sale throughout the Cypress Hills Destination Area as well as her calendars for the 2017 year!
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New Mexico, Sandia Mountain Wilderness, Muralla Grande
On May 8, two resident physicians set out to climb Warpy Moople (5.9- .10, III), an eight pitch, 816 foot route on Muralla Grande, one of the major formations in the Sandia Mountain Wilderness outside of Albuquerque. On the first pitch the leader placed a small TCU, and then began a mantle move approximately fifteen feet above the piece. The belayer recalls that the leader was off-route to the left of the climb. The leader was fully committed to the move when the rock he was mantling onto pulled out. He fell for thirty five to forty feet before his belayer caught him.
The leader fell backwards striking the right side of his body, but also hit the left side of his head hard enough to break the strapping system of the Ecrin Roc helmet and knock him unconscious for a moment. He suffered a severe concussion. He recalls, "I only remember eating burritos at the Frontier Restaurant and then waking up in my hospital room...not even the emergency room."
His partner attempted to call for a help on his cell phone, but the increasing amount of radio frequency radiation emitted from Sandia Crest renders cell phones and two way radios almost useless, so they were unable to use the phone for several hours. The belayer lowered the leader and was able to help him walk out. He finally reached 911 by cell phone three hours after the incident and local rescue resources were activated but were not needed because the two men were able to hike out without assistance. (Submitted by J. Marc Beverly, PA/Paramedic, Albuquerque Mountain Rescue Council)
There are some tantalizing details missing here, but there seems to be a basic message: Test your holds. Last year, a disproportionate number of "handhold (or foothold) came loose" incidents were reported. It also seems that more than a small TCU should have been considered to protect the first moves.
A side-bar is the comment relating to the victim's short term memory: Personally, I hope my last memory is a little more exciting than eating burritos. (Source: Jed Williamson)
(Editor's Note: Warpy Moople claimed the lives of three climbers in 1996, the day before a National Forest closure due to extreme fire danger. See ANAM 1997)


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After our first photoshoot at the AVAM, I knew capturing Langley was going to be one of those sessions I look forward to year after year. She's always ready to kick back and have some fun while we shoot and she's totally mastered the "smile, now serious and back to smile again" look. Sidenote: a little tidbit about me, I'm completely envious of people (like Langley!) that can flash a winning smile and go right into a serious face…I am not one of those people. Maybe that's why I love taking the photographs…? 😛
Anyway, we had a gorgeous, breezy (for once, it wasn't 90 degrees yet!) Sunday morning all to ourselves walking around Fells Point. One of the things I noticed and love about this photoshoot is how relaxed Langley is in front of the camera!
Have a great school year, L! With your confident smile and friendly personality, you're going to be quite the popular gal. I can't wait to catch up in another few months…along the waterfront, of course! That's our spot!


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Bollinger almost certain to miss Bangalore Test
Doug Bollinger is almost certain to miss the Bangalore Test after he didn't bowl in any of Australia's two training sessions leading up to the match. The two-metre tall South Australia fast bowler, Peter George, is likely to get a Test debut, ahead of Mitchell Starc, a New South Wales left-arm quick in the Mitchell Johnson mould.
George's richer first-class experience - he has played 19 Shield games to Starc's 10 - is likely to tip scales in his favour. Moreover, George is seen as somebody with Glenn McGrath-like control, and Australia would want that in a crucial Test. George played in the tour game in Chandigarh too, taking a wicket first ball in McGrath fashion, with the slant away from the left-hand batsman and some bounce.
India, on the other hand, are waiting on VVS Laxman's recovery before they decide their final XI. Laxman came out for a light training session on Friday evening, where he had both batting and catching practice. "Laxman is much better right now," MS Dhoni said. "We will take a call in the evening or tomorrow before the game. Five days of game can be difficult if you are injured at the start, and we will take a call later."
Ricky Ponting is expecting Laxman to play, but won't offer him the generosity of a runner. "If he comes into the game, knowing what we had last week, he can't bring in pre-existing injuries and expect to have a runner," Ponting said. "I don't see any concerns with him, though. He actually looked pretty good with his movements as far as I am concerned about the last game. I am a bit surprised he hasn't batted today but he is obviously giving himself as much recovery time as possible."
India, though, had good news on another front, with Harbhajan Singh looking good to play. "As of now everybody is available for selection apart from Laxman," Dhoni said. "None of the players have any injuries to my knowledge."
Sidharth Monga is an assistant editor at Cricinfo


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'Brought up by parents who were fanatical supporters of Oswald Mosley, Trevor Grundy became the youngest public speaker for the Union Movement, giving a speech in Trafalgar Square at the age of seventeen. Soon after, Trevor began to question his family and their beliefs. He discovered a new moral framework – and the shocking secret that his mother, an anti-Semitic Fascist, was Jewish.'
Memoir Of A Fascist Childhood was first published in 1998 and written by journalist Trevor Grundy. My paperback copy is just over two hundred pages long and the book is very readable and accessible with much humour despite the sometimes disturbing themes. The heart of the book is Grundy's relationship with his mother but it also serves as an interesting and authentic glimpse into ordinary working class London life in immediate post-war Britain.


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I feel like this week has been about stepping back. I started the heels on my socks but I need to pull them out and begain again as it's not as clean as it could be. This wrist warmer had about 20 rows pulled out last night as I'd gone wrong somewhere with the counting. It's much better now. There's still a bit of laddering between the needles, no matter how much I try to fix it. So .. I've decided it's just going to be a design element.
Princeps' Fury by Jim Butcher. I can't leave this world and while I want to rocket to the end and see how everything settles … I also want it to last quite a bit longer.


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Few can claim to have held their first art exhibition at the age of seven. Yesterday, CHIJ (Kellock) Primary 4 pupil Ashley Ann Tan (above), now 10, opened her second exhibition - Seasons Through My Eyes - at The Pavilion in Far East Square.
All proceeds from the event will go to The Straits Times School Pocket Money Fund and The Business Times Budding Artists Fund.
The centrepiece could well be Success (above), dedicated to the late Mr Lee Kuan Yew, who made Singapore "one of the world's best countries", said Ashley. It took three hours to paint and four days to dry.
The exhibition is open to the public today from 10am to 5pm.


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The Boy Who Rode His Bicycle Into Manhood
There was a boy who rode his bicycle one day and did not stop until he became a man. He was strong, thoughtful and kind. A woman took his hand and pulled him to her. At first, this puzzled the man, for the woman had another man as her husband. The woman dazzled the man with her beauty, and he kissed her. Her husband, seeing this, took her away. The woman returned the next day and took the man to an empty house where they let their bodies touch and glide and rock together. The man, who had been lonely, was filled with joy.
However, he would not come between a man and a woman who loved each other. He prepared to leave, but the woman stopped him, saying that she did not love her husband. She asked him to stay with her for two weeks, so he did. During that time, the woman told the man she desired a child with him. The man had never wanted to father a child before, but this melted his heart and he and the woman found a house to live in and were happy.
Their happiness was short lived, however, for the woman was unsure of the man's love for her, would not have a child, and left the man for another man who had been whispering his love for her in one ear, and whispering terrible things about the boy who had ridden his bicycle into manhood in her other ear. The man was terribly puzzled and hurt by this and wept. In despair, he thought of ending his life, but did not.
In time the boy who had ridden his bicycle into manhood found that other women were just as pleasing and he tasted many women's bodies over many years. He married one day to a gentle, pretty woman with two children. They had many happy years together, but, in time, they grew apart. The man sometimes looked longingly at other women. The woman would sometimes order the man around, or make fun of him, or call him a liar, and the man would be angry with her. They divorced and the man found himself alone again. He wept again, but did not despair so much this time.
One day the man met another very pretty woman, again with two children, and they spent a lot of time together for several years until one day he asked her to marry him. The woman, who had been married once, had sworn to never marry again, but after some thought, the woman agreed to marry the boy who had ridden his bicycle into manhood, and he was very happy again for many years. The two children grew up and moved from their home. In time, the man and his new wife had begun quarreling and she decided it was best they go their separate ways. The man was sorry it was over, but he did not cry this time. Although the two had had a lot of fun traveling and spending way too much money on food and drink, the woman had caused him much hurt over the years they had known each other, so that the man found he was happier without her.
The boy who had ridden his bicycle into manhood sighed often, and felt great loneliness for some time, but he did not despair, for he knew another woman who gave him much pleasure in her appearance and talk, and they were friends. They saw each other once a week for several years, simply to have lunch together where they worked. The man was still lonely, sand he found that he desired this friend, but she did not love him, and would not meet him outside of their workplace. Although they found joy in many of the same written stories, animated tales, and other movies, and talked often of the things they both loved, they could not enjoy these things together. This woman was not married, loved children, and did not yet have children, and had never had a husband. The boy who had ridden his bicycle to manhood loved her, much too deeply, and despair grew in him, for she would not love him. He desired to have a child with her, to live and love life with her. She seemed not to care for the man, but the man often wondered why she had sought him out so often. He persisted in courting her, but she resisted any attempt by the man to see her more often. One day the man gave her flowers, which let her know his feelings. The beautiful young woman was angry that the man thought that way about her, for she was young, and the boy who had ridden his bicycle into manhood was no longer young, and had not the pleasing face and dark hair of his youth. Although the two would occasionally still have lunch together, the rendevous lost much of its gaiety, and took place less and less, until she was always too busy to meet him ever again. This was despair indeed, but the man had been so sad for so long because this woman he loved would not have him, that he resigned his work position, and felt his sadness lessen.
The boy who had ridden his bicycle into manhood, in fact, felt nothing anymore. He was not sad, and smiled at odd times. He was no longer lonely. He felt no desire for any woman, past or present, and no desire to meet anyone new. He lived by himself for the rest of his life. He walked often, and reflected on his life. There were good times adn sad times. It had not been what he expected, but it had been his life, and there was much to remember and be thankful for. Somewhere inside of him, he was still lonely, for no one should ever be alone for very long. None of us live fully without the presence of family, friends and loves. The embrace of a lover brings great comfort. The touch of a hand, the warmth of a body next to you, or the sweet kiss of love shared; these things are needed by all of us. But the man would not, could not, ever have those things again. He had no desire for nor awareness of this need.
When he died, he was mourned by no one, for he had been forgotten by all. It did not matter. Love is fleeting and forgetful. The boy who had ridden his bicycle into manhood had finally learned that life can only be lived fully one day at a time, with no expectations, and no regrets.


text: Last year in December, Lea and I finally visited the Henry B. Plant Museum. Since our visit took place during the festive season, we had the opportunity to attend the 35th annual Victorian Christmas Stoll. It's been described as, "The exploration of the 1891 Tampa Bay Hotel bursting with holiday spirit". The atmosphere was enchanting. We loved every moment. The sound of caroling reached us as we entered the hallway. Our eyes were met with beautiful decorations, plenty of lights, Victorian fashion, antique toys, and history lessons to read. It was indeed an old-fashioned celebration of the holidays. We were even able to eavesdrop on what the hotel guests would have listened to during the 1890s through the receiver of a candlestick telephone. We heard music, famous speeches, and news coverage of the time. At the end of our visit, we sat outside on the veranda to enjoy complimentary apple cider and gingerbread cookies. The view was breathtaking at night. Later we ended up in Harbour Island to eat dinner at a place called Cafe Dufrain. After we ate, stopped at a Starbucks for hot beverages, conversation, and laughs. I cannot wait to see what museums are in store for us in 2017!


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Bryan it sounds to me like it was a fox snake you saw. They get huge, like 5 feet long or so.
But to answer your question Mills, water snakes don't really get very big, maybe a couple of feet for a big one.
You know the islands use to be covered in Rattlesnakes, I think the last one found on PIB was about 50 years ago, which really when you think about it that wasn't all too long ago.


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Hey everyone!
I hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving and caught some amazing deals on Black Friday.
I had a blast this Thanksgiving. We decorated the tree, played the Bean Boozled Challenge, and ate good.
Check out the video below, it's quite hilarious!!
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Faithful readers of this blog have both complained that I write in English. And to be honest, I too see some dis-advantages in writing in English.
So these few lines are the last to be written in English in this blog.
Dear English-only readers. Per request I will of course re-post a translated version of any blog entry. Otherwise it will be in Danish.
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text: Mariorigami - Inspired by Sweet and Colorful Things Posted, June 23, 2016 Mariori began making illustrations in 2011 after setting up her Facebook page, but it wasn't until 2013 that she came up with the idea of starting something else. So, Mariori created an online shop, which later became sort of a brand, and started crafting products out of her drawings and designs. It has been growing ever since and today it is more than just a store or brand. It has become a visual diary and a place where she can truly express herself. What inspires you? I would say one of the things that's been definitely part of my work inspiration is my mother country (Mexico), as well as the ironies I've got to witness on my day-to-day life. I feel very attracted to all the pop aspects of the culture. Also, I like sweet and colorful things; I admire nature, people, and abstract things like happiness and watercolors.In addition I've been inspired by the work of contemporary artists such as Marc Johns, David Shrigley, Banksy and Wasted Rita. How has your work made a difference, do you have a fan story? I have tried to make some social activism, although it hasn't gone very far. I believe that I have changed at least something. I like to think that I can influence someone's day just by having them take look at one of my illustrations. I think anyone can identify themselves with at least one of them. Check out all of the wonderful watches from Mariorigami here! Tags: colorart, featuredpartner, instawatch, interview, mariorigami, Modify, modify watches, partner, partnerinterview, watches, watchesofinstagram ← Older Post Newer Post → 0 comments Leave a comment Name Email Message Please note, comments must be approved before they are published


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Kalianet Internet Services
TCC's Kalianet service operates on the latest technology in data communica- tions, WiMax. Kalianet is available throughout Tongatapu, Ha'apai, Vava'u, and 'Eua through WiMax broadband, but through dial-up from the two Niuas.Kalianet offers the following services:
- 1. KaliaSurf WiMax Broadband
- 2. Kaliasurf ADSL 2+
- 3. Leased Line (Fiber Optic and Copper)
- 4. Kaliaflash (4G Wireless Dongle)
- 5. Fiber to Building (FTTB)
The latest on TCC's Kalianet service is the introduction of WiMax 4G (Mobile) Dongle keys. This new service enables customers to connect to the internet through a dongle key that connects to their PC's USB port. TCC is expecting to roll out this service soon.


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People of the Book
Geraldine Brooks
December 2008
400 pages
fiction > literary
(finished reading: Jan. 20)
from the back cover: "Hanna Heath, an Australian rare book expert, has been offered the job of a lifetime: analysis and conservation of the famed Sarajevo Haggadah, rescued from Serb shelling during the Bosnian war. Priceless and beautiful, the book is one of the earliest Jewish volumes ever to be illuminated with images. When Hanna discovers a series of tiny artifacts in its ancient binding-an insect wing fragment, wine stains, salt crystals, a white hair-she begins to unlock the book's mysteries, ushering in its exquisite and atmospheric past, from its salvation back to its creation through centuries of exile and war."
It says it's inspired by a true story but I enjoyed the book as wonderful fiction without the need to find the true story to compare.
This book is actually two stories. One is the book itself. One is Hanna's life of family & friends, love & betrayal. We have the conservation of the book and finding the fragments and each artifact gives us double stories, her search today of the why of it's placement and the then why of it's placement. I'm sure the "then" why of it's placement part is what makes this fiction ;)
We also have Hanna. Why was she chosen when she is not the top of the field? The relationships she has with family and friends. This story also has betrayal & more betrayal. And redemption.
This story sucked me in and wouldn't let me go. I loved the detail we got on the process of conservation without it being too heavy. Hanna's experiences in the now and what she was willing to do to find the story. But the "then" part of the book was my favorite. Hanna would find an insect wing and then we would get to read how it got there, way back when. It was fabulous!
This was a new author for me and I felt such satisfaction when I finished, I wanted to go out and purchase all of her books. I haven't done that yet, wondering if the others will live up to this one.
5+ stars: I'm keeping this one but want EVERYONE to read it!
It's been an interesting year so far. I've lost both my Moms. My mother died in January after a long decline. Soon after, my Mother-in-Law went in for bypass surgery. While her heart healed, other issues zapped her strength and she died April 22.
I may have challenge update posts but I don't know when I'll be posting regularly or when I'll get to visit everyone who is working on the challenges I'm hosting.
I may have challenge update posts but I don't know when I'll be posting regularly or when I'll get to visit everyone who is working on the challenges I'm hosting.
Sunday, April 5, 2009
People of the Book
Posted by Book Dragon at 4:02 PM
Labels: Author's Last Name: A-H, Review, title: I-P
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- Sandra said...
Great review. I loved this story too. And that is a beautiful cover too. I must read more of her.
- April 5, 2009 at 6:11 PM
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The latest research on Phytonutrients in food has become "all the rage" in nutrition and health.
Beverly Clevidence, PhD, research leader for the USDA-funded Food Components and Health Laboratory says: "I don't think there's been this much excitement since vitamins and minerals were discovered more than 100 years ago"!
But what are they, where can we find them, and how do they benefit our well-being?
These are all excellent questions, and in this article I will go over the basics about phytochemicals, explain how they inhibit disease from forming, and provide a bunch of foods that are plentiful in them!
A Relatively New Discovery
Phytochemicals are quasi-nutrients found in plant foods that convey pertinent information to the body. Recent studies have found that they interact with us at the most basic levels and bind themselves to receptor sites of our cells triggering our genes to express specific patterns.
OK, that was a mouthful– but the important thing to understand is that Phytochemicals are being shown to inhibit the growth if certain chronic diseases such as cancer, diabetes, heart disease and stroke.
For example: sulforaphane, a phytonutrient found in veggies like broccoli, cauliflower and bok choy helps boost our bodies' detoxification enzymes, which aids in clearing out potentially carcinogenic substances.
This is certainly remarkable, and worth implementing in your life. Here are a few more shining examples of phytonutrients and the foods you can find them:
• Lycopene, found in tomatoes, that helps fight heart disease and a variety of cancers.
• The phenols in strawberries protect against cancer and autoimmune diseases and help reverse nerve-cell aging!
• Carrots, kale and peanuts are not just plant tissues embedded with vitamins and minerals but are also comprised of tens of thousands of phytochemicals.
• The phenols in black and red berries, grapes and eggplant discourage the development of cancer by blocking the conversion of pre-cancerous cells into carcinogens.
• Saponins, found in foods like alfalfa and legumes inhibit the growth of cancer by interfering with their DNA.
• Flavanoids, found in citrus fruits, red wine and dark chocolate inhibit a chemical that can lead to breast and uterine cancer.
The main point: plant foods are even BETTER for our health than we already thought! So how do you get more of these essential nutrients in our diet? Here's a simple guide:
FOOD is the Best Source, and COLORFUL Ones Even Better!
Eating a diet steeped in fruits, vegetables and legumes is the best way to ensure your body is getting a healthy supply of phytonutrients. Many manufacturers are producing supplements that promise adequate amounts of these incredible nutrients, but most researchers agree that whole foods provide the best source.
"There seems to be a synergistic effect between the chemicals in food" says Mark Farnham PhD of the USDA in Charleston, SC.
Additionally, Phytochemicals often give food its distinguishing color and eating fruits and vegetables with a broad spectrum of tints has never been more important!
"If on a daily basis you incorporate at least seven different colors, you are much more likely to get a wide variety of these nutrients that are healing, that prevent degenerative disease, and that will go to work on every tissue, organ and cell of the body" says nutritionist Ann Louise Gittleman, PhD and co-author of The Fat Flush Plan.
So don't be afraid to go exotic with your color choices– unusually hued foods add intrigue and health to your plate!
Here are some additional information about the most beneficial Phytonutrients, and where to
find them:
Phyto Found in Beneficial for
Capsaican Cayenne and red peppers Reducing inflammation
Catechins Green and Black Tea Inhibiting carcinogens
Genistein Tofu, soymilk, soybeans Inhibits tumor growth
Lignans Seeds (flaxseed), grains Inhibiting breast/ovarian cancer
Polyphenols Buckwheat, wheat germ Restores lagging immune system
Zeaxanthin Kale, Collard Greens Enhance immune function
So start looking at the colors of the food you eat, and educate yourself on how to get more phytonutrients in your diet. This might very well be one of the most astounding discoveries to happen in nutrition theory in a long time, and it's best to be ahead of the curve!
I hope this article was helpful, and please feel free to email me with any questions.
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Wednesday, May 6, 2009
RIP: Augusto Boal
Augusto Boal died this past Saturday at the age of 78 of leukemia. In his life he gave birth to Theater of the Oppressed and The Rainbow of Desire. Boal's work has been foundational for me as an artist. I was fortunate enough to train with him for a week when I was 20 years old. I regularly use Boal methods in my practice as do thousands of practitioners around the world. His work lives on though us, and his spirit is present in all dramatic acts of human liberation.
"Sometimes the situation is not socially very clear, very concrete and [yet is] very stereotyped, very ritualized. And it is also the question of feeling, the question of emotion—it is very difficult to say who is oppressing who, because the other one can be oppressed too. So that's why those techniques were developed in which you don't really try to find the oppressor or the oppressed, but you try to understand the situation between one person and another." Augusto Boal from an Interview
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Curing Varicose Veins at Home Naturally
Venous insufficiency is a condition in which the blood flow through the veins is impaired. Varicose veins is one such condition and not very pleasing to the sight because of its discoloration and appearance. Moderate varicose veins can be treated naturally using home remedies.
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What are Varicose Veins?
Veins are vessels that carry impure blood to the heart. Valves are present inside the veins to prevent impure blood from flowing backwards. When these valves become weak the impure blood flows back to the veins resulting in congestion eventually leading to enlarged veins. Varicose veins are an abnormal swelling and twisting of superficial veins of the legs.
Symptoms of Varicose Veins That Can be Cured by Natural Treatments:
– Prominent bluish blood vessels.
– Swelling of the legs.
– Pain noticed after long periods of standing.
– Discolored, peeling skin.
Natural Treatments Cure Varicose Veins Caused by:
– Pregnancy.
– Obesity.
– Sedentary lifestyle.
– Tumors.
– Any activity that places excessive pressure on the legs.
– Ageing process.
Types of Varicose Veins:
Superficial varicose veins – The superficial nervous system is very close to the skin thus superficial varicose veins are visible to the common eye and can be disfiguring.
Deep varicose veins – The deep nervous system is obscured by the leg muscles and varicose veins affecting this system is not conspicuous.
Treatment Options:
Support stockings, laser therapy, sclerotherapy which involves a chemical injection into a vein to collapse it are the available options of treatment for varicose veins. More severe cases may require vein stripping and surgical interventions.
Natural Treatments That Can Cure Varicose Veins:
– Beetroot juice expels the blood toxemia causing varicose veins. Raw beet juice combined with raw carrot juice in equal quantities consumed regularly soothes varicose veins.
– One glass of fresh juices of either tomato, orange, plum, or grape juice taken daily helps in preventing and treating varicose veins.
– Apple cider vinegar helps to decrease the size of varicose veins. Mix 2 tbsp of apple cider vinegar in a cup of water with little honey and sip gradually three times a day for better results.
– The active ingredient in witch hazel herb called tannins acts as a vasodilator. Apply a cold compress of witch hazel and yarrow tea to the affected area to relieve pain and inflammation. Yarrow acts as a tonic to the circulatory system and improves varicose vein condition.
– Vitamin C and bio-flavonoid deficiency can weaken the collagen structures in the vein walls. A diet rich in citrus fruits, blueberries, cherries, plums, etc. are beneficial in treating varicose veins.
– Rosemary improves circulation, strengthens and protects the blood vessels. Oil of rosemary massaged gently on the affected area stimulates blood circulation reducing varicose vein symptoms.
– Diet low in fat, refined carbohydrates, sugar, salt is recommended to prevent varicose veins. Avoid processed foods, fried products, and alcohol too.
– Butcher's broom help to tighten, strengthen, and decrease inflammation in veins thereby helping blood flow up the legs. A compress made from this herb and applied externally is beneficial.
– Rub St. John's Wort oil on the area to reduce inflammation.
– Tone leg muscles and improve circulation to the legs by way of regular exercises.
– If overweight, bring weight under control.
– Elevate legs when sitting for long periods of time.
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Gleeks, we may be merely hours away from Glee's much-anticipated Whitney Houston tribute episode. This morning, I sat here thinking to myself, "How Will I Know ... " if I should make a point to watch it live or just let my DVR pick it up. But I was already getting "So Emotional" about the whole thing -- which makes sense since I've been a Whit fan since I was about 8 years old -- I just couldn't wait any longer. Thank goodness full-length tracks from tonight's ep have already made their way onto the web! Whee!!
I know what you purists are thinking. Why not just have a little patience? Wait until we can see the tracks performed on the show, complete with the New Directions' actual performances? Well, sorry, when it comes to this sneak peek, you're just going to have to shrug and say, "It's Not Right, But It's Okay." For the rest of us, listening to the songs first, then seeing the episode later will make for an even more Gleektastic experience!
WARNING: Obviously, you're not going to want to read any further or listen to the following sneak peek, full-length tracks if you don't want anything about tonight's episode spoiled.
More from The Stir: 'Glee' Tribute to Whitney Houston Is Cool But Creepy (LISTEN)
"I Wanna Dance With Somebody (Who Loves Me)" performed by Santana and Brittany:
"So Emotional" performed by Rachel and Santana:
"Saving All My Love for You" performed by Quinn and Joe:
"It's Not Right But It's Okay" performed by Blaine:
"I Have Nothing" performed by Kurt:
"My Love Is Your Love" performed by Mercedes & the New Directions
Personally, I'm head over heels for Brittany and Santana's rendition of my all-time fave Whitney track, "I Wanna Dance With Somebody (Who Loves Me)." It's my fave by far. But the rest of the covers totally meet and surpassed my expectations as well. I have a feeling this episode is going to completely live up to the hype and perhaps even be the best ep since the Madonna tribute. Yes. I just went there.
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So, this dude gets free therapy and a paycheck for it? DAYUM. It's being reported that Juan Pablo Galavis' Couples Therapy salary is insanely high, and if that weren't enough, he's also on the show for all the wrong reasons.
Sources close to the Venezuelan heartbreaker say that he had a hidden motive for appearing on the show as well.
According to Life & Style Weekly, the Bachelor star is doing nothing more than looking to cash in on his relationship with Nikki Ferrell. While he still hasn't put a ring on it, he'll take the all-expenses paid vacations and reality show paychecks that are coming his way while his relationship with Nikki is hanging on a pretty weak thread. Ugh, that is so wrong on so many levels. A source told the mag:
They each got $50,000 to be on Couples Therapy, so, of course, that's why Juan Pablo wanted to do it. They also just came back from an all-expenses-paid trip to Bali -- something that wouldn't have happened if Juan Pablo wasn't still with Nikki.
Uhhhh ......... yeah. While Juan Pablo definitely deserves some shade here, let's not pretend like we're surprised. He's getting paid big bucks to get therapy sessions with a girlfriend who he doesn't take very seriously. What's more, it looks as though Nikki's inner circle is done with him as well and can't wait for her to kick him to the curb.
Everyone thinks she should just dump him already. Their relationship is exhausting and like an emotional roller coaster for everyone. Plus, they only see each other about once a month!
To be honest with you, it looks as though Juan Pablo and Nikki might be done already. The two haven't been spotted with each other in a very long time, and according to their Instagram accounts, they sure as heck are living separate lives. Juan Pablo is down in Miami attending baseball games while Nikki is in Kansas City at country music concerts. It's time to pull the plug on this, you guys.
Do you think Juan Pablo was overpaid to appear on Couples Therapy?
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The first one, I dreamt that
Chris and I were in bed about to go to sleep when...ahem..well... Chris wanted to... well...
Needless to say..I made a list of things to get/pack and will be packing a bag in the next couple of days! (anyone have any "couldn't live without" tips for what I will need?)
The second one pertained to a real event that happened today. I had a doctor's appointment this morning. In real life, I went to work, had a meeting, and left right after to get to my appointment. In my dream however, my car broke down which made me miss work all together and made me late to my appointment. Once I got to the appointment, they told me that had filled my slot, I could no longer see the doctor, and I had to go to "Building O" to see some other guy. I don't know what the deal was with the new doctor or the building, but it terrified me and I didn't want to go. When I argued it, however, I was threatened with, "Do we need to send you to Building X?" which scared me even more! What are these crazy buildings and why were they so mean to me? haha
Again... needless to say...I showed up 20 minutes EARLY to my appointment today!
On a side note, the doctor said everything looked great, "beautiful" even. My blood pressure has been great, the baby's heartbeat was nice and strong, and I am measuring at 35 weeks which is exactly where I am :)


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As you start this new journey as husband and wife.
For Lisa + I this was one wedding we were really looking forward too, not only would we be capturing a wedding which we knew would be completely unique but we would be capturing the wedding of people who, in my life and travels to London and back I had come to know and now it was their turn to make their forever vows and start a journey together.
The night before the wedding, we arrived in Tulbagh, cool breeze in the air, but much excitement. We arrived at Roodezand, put our bags down and headed out with the couple and their friends to watch their favorite band Spoegwolf at the Saronsberg Teater. What a way to spent the night, listening to the tunes of this talented band, eating burgers and celebrating with the couple, that tomorrow when they wake up it would be the day, but tonight there will be much to rejoice about, laugh about and friendships to enjoy. After a night of pure delight, we headed back to our cottage, excited for the next day. When we look back on Christie and Olga's lovely day, we have to say it was one filled with color and a joy that was real, honest, true and raw. From the beginning till the end, every detail lovingly prepared and handmade, really made the day completely unique. It is honestly the first time that we have experienced at a wedding, where a couple has decided that instead of dance music being played on the dance floor, only rock 'n roll will be acceptable and there was not an empty spot on that dance floor right up until midnight. We could not resist dancing with you after the absolutely unforgettable day.
Christie and Olga thank you for making us part of your special day, what a joy it was to be able to capture the warmth of your wedding story, the friendships you share with those who celebrated with you is something to be treasured. As you start this new journey as husband and wife, and a family of three, always remember the words expressed and shared by your family on your foreverly day, and hold onto that which is good. We pray that the Lord will be ever present in your marriage, that he will use your marriage to draw you closer to Him and that in times of joy and difficulty you will hold fast to Him.
Liefde xxx Garick + Lisa + little Jude
Colossians 3:14: And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity.
Venue: Roodezand
Band: Spoegwolf
Music by "Sleeping at last" with the song "Dear true love" from the album "Year book collection" If you would like to buy this song you can by clicking on this link click here


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