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EVENT: Boston Marathon 2014
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At NYRR, our hearts were heavy on marathon day in Boston last year. Thinking of those who had lost so much, our resolve to make a difference grew stronger. The running community is a tight knit family. We've always stood by each other, whether supporting those in need or helping and inspiring others through running. Thanks to the BAA, in Boston on April 21, 2014, we will honor those hurt and lost, cheer on the first responders and appreciate all that is precious and unifying about the marathon. As an NYRR team, we'll work and we'll run, in a group salute to Boston and do what we do best – Run for Life. We'll dedicate our work and runs to Boston and to our kids and their future. We welcome you to join by supporting our efforts as we raise critical funding for the One Fund Boston and NYRR's Mighty Milers free youth running program. All funds raised will be split evenly between the two initiatives.
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Financial support for private students
Types of financial support
Funding from Gifu Kyoritsu University
- Eligibility is limited to undergraduate students, postgraduate students and students of the Japanese Language Program.
- Financial support may be available to undergraduate, postgraduate and Japanese Language Program students of good character who have demonstrated excellence in their studies, but for financial reasons would otherwise be unable to complete such studies.
Public scholarship funding -- from the Japanese government, for example:
- The Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) offers scholarship funding for undergraduate, postgraduate and Japanese Language Program students through programs such as the Honors Scholarship for self-financed International Students.
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- Up to second year students 20,000 yen/month
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- undergraduate students 48,000 yen/month
- postgraduate students 65,000 yen/month
- Japanese Language Program students 48,000 yen/month
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Gifu Kyoritsu University provides dormitory accommodation for international students, sufficient to house all students wishing to make use of such accommodation. Students of the Japanese Language Program, however, are not guaranteed a place. Monthly rent ranges from 15,000 yen - 30,000 yen.
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The Gifu Kyoritsu University Student Affairs Section has specialized staff available to assist international students with inquiries regarding their studies and everyday matters.
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Mailing address:Nyushika, Gifu Kyoritsu University, 5-50, Kitagata-cho, Ogaki-shi, Gifu-ken, 503-8550, JAPAN
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The Public Sector Commissioner Mal Wauchope today announced the launch of the redeveloped InterSector website.
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Duck Sh*t Oolong– Yashi Dancong from Mei Leaf
On Dec. 29th, I was asked to go to a friend's and make some tea for them as we haven't gotten together in a while and we were on a two weeks break. I asked my friends what tea they would like to try, and they replied with "something sweet and fun." So I thought, why not Duck Shit from Mei Leaf— as I thought it would be the perfect tea for the occasion. Even just the name; is intriguing.
The name, 鸭屎香, which translates to Duck Shit Aroma, creates many people to have misunderstandings that this tea will actually resemble "duck shit." But in many cases; it's the complete opposite. Baked notes, fresh, out-of-the oven type of smells are very common characteristics of this cultivar, and as well as floral notes, lilacs, orchid, and other sweet smelling things. It's supposed to be delightful, and make your senses dance. The farmer who named this cultivar Duck Shit is incredibly clever, as he/she didn't want others in the village to know how wonderfully delicious this tea can actually be.
There are many different flavors or different cultivars/ sub-flavors/cuttings of Dancong. Such as 蜜兰香 Mi Lan Xiang,玉兰香 Yu Lan Xiang,杏仁香 Xing Ren Xiang,八仙 Ba Xian,通天香 Tong Tian Xiang, and many others. All of these names are representations of what the varietal of this type of Dancong is supposed to remind you of. For example, Mi Lan on one side is renowned for it's very peachy, honey like taste;while the Xin Ren Xiang is supposedly very herbal and bitter, with almondy characteristics. In the future, I would love to make a blog post on the differences between these varietals, to really dive deep into the world of Dancong. My first Dancong I tried was a 东方红 (Oriental Red Dancong), and it blew me away completly. Since then, I have not incountered anything that tasted better than that one. I asked if the tea was expensive, and my friend's mom said. "It's Chairman Mao's signature Oolong." I was speechless at how vast and rich the flavors were. Now, let's get right into the tasting of this tea!
Basic info about this special tea:
- Ya Shi Cultivar
- May 2017.
- Wudong, Fenghuang, Chaozhou, Guangdong China
- Up to third or fourth leaves
- 1200 m elevation
Temperature ( 95 degrees celsius)
Brewing Vessel (100 ml Jingdezhen gaiwan)
Grams of Leaves ( 5 grams)
Steeping Time ( less than 20 seconds per infusion, and every infusions increasing the time by 5 seconds)
Main Info
Number of Total Steepings: Over 8 strong infusions.
Aroma of Dry Leaves: Mild, almost like dried cherries .
Aroma of Wet Leaves: Flower Garden with peaches and a little bit of butter mixed with it. Purely unique.
Taste Profile: See Below
Texture Profile: The texture is sharp but not very astringent. Soft bitterness but a refreshing kind, almost like fresh citrus peel. The mouthfeel is lighter than other Dancongs I've tried. But still good enough to appreciate the different faces of this tea. Easy going, very friendly tea.
Feeling/Aftertaste: Warming, slightly energising. Rising warmth or "chi" towards the heart area. Friend's loved the warmth of this tea!
Price: 42.5 Canadian Dollars/ 30 grams
Rating 8.5 out of 10.
This tea had a lot to say, but first things first. I didn't take many pictures because I was busy pouring for my guests and was focusing on tasting. I have my tasting notes for every two infusions below.
I tasted a lot of cream, nuts, apricots and that greenish, viny taste that I associate with a lot of lighter roasted Dancongs. Sophia, was like "Oh, it tastes so comforting." I knew right off the bat that they all liked this one. It's just super easy going—- easy to drink. Good for any occasion; even with sweets. I feel like this tea will go really well with sweets, especially, like those very light, cream based cakes. The first two infusions had very mild astringency and bitterness, and leaves your mouth coated with the essence of goodness.
The third and fourth infusions of this oolong was probably the most delicious brews, as the bitterness was just right and it had a very nice heart warming chi afterwards. Me, Jenny, and Sophia all agreed that our bodies felt warm after drinking the fourth infusion. We were all enjoying the tea, to a point that no one spoke for around 5 min! Perhaps, a little tea drunk?
After the fifth and sixth infusion, I felt extremely calm, grounding, and warm. Notes of more florals, different type of fruit maybe; almost like mandarins.
On the eighth infusion, I pushed it hard. Added 5 min, and the tea was almost like stew, offering this herbal, very silky and smooth but nicely creamy tea soup that was a different experience as well.
Although this tea did not blow me away completely, it still provided us with a great experience of what quality Dancong is supposed to taste like. I just found it a little light and too green to my liking. But nonetheless, it still deserves to be called as one of my favorite lighter , more aromatic Dancongs I've tried. It's also very balanced and easy to drink.
I told my friends, "Maybe this was the best sh*t you've had so far."
Imperial Green 2018/ Mei Leaf
Imperial Green 2018 from Mei Leaf
Basic info about this special tea:
Picked on
19th March 2018
Long Jing No.43
Xinchang, Zhejiang, China
Bud and one or two leaves
600 m
Temperature ( 83 degree Celsius)
Brewing Vessel (120ml Jingdezhen gaiwan)
Grams of Leaves ( 5 grams)
Steeping Time ( less than 7 seconds per infusion, and every infusion increasing the time by 10 to 15 seconds depending on the infusion)
Main Info
The Number of Total Steepings: 6 infusions.
Aroma of Dry Leaves: Superbly green, some vegetal notes, white chocolate, raspberries, and hints of banana.
Aroma of Warm Dry Leaf: Spring berries, citrus cream, almost like a meringue pie.
Taste Profile: See in paragraphs.
Texture Profile: Smoothe, no itchiness in the throat. Very comforting and warming.
Feeling/Aftertaste: I feel like this green tea speaks to me, my body is constantly reacting with the different notes and sometimes the sweetness can be felt on your tongue, sometimes on the back of your throat, and mostly on the sides of my cheeks.
Price: 22CAD /40 grams
Introducing this tea.
I first wanted to share some info on this tea provided by Don on his website for Imperial Green. This will explain some of the misconceptions a lot of people have when associating with Longjing.
"Authentic Longjing tea (otherwise known as Dragonwell) must be grown in Zhejiang province. If it is grown anywhere else then it is considered a fake (much like champagne). Every year we taste many samples of Longjing to find our batch for the year. For the past couple of years, we have selected a tea from outside the West Lake area because we feel that it has a much higher quality compared with the West Lake tea."
"This is a Pre Qingming tea picked on the 19th March giving a lightness and delicacy combined with a powerful fragrance and taste. Any Pre Qingming tea from Xi Hu (West Lake) is exorbitantly expensive and whilst it is often excellent tea, we felt that this batch won out in terms of flavour and we are not paying the extra price tag for the name of Xi Hu."
"Please note that you may find white yellow fur on the tea and little balls of fur in the tea. This is NOT mold but is tea fur showing that the tea is a very early spring tea – it demonstrates the quality of this Longjing."
Don Mei
Now that we understand what really makes true Longjing green tea, let's go into our tasting notes for every infusion. Notice how each infusion is different and how this contributes to the overall experience of tasting this green tea.
First Infusion
The first thing I noticed when I took my sip was how delicate yet full it is. In some poor quality Longjings, yes the tea is delicate and soft, but it doesn't have the character and richness that a really good green tea or especially Longjings would carry. The first thing you smell would be grass, and perhaps some sweet minerality but not the full green pea, and white chocolate sort of richness that you can get from this Imperial Green. It is a really good tea from the start, and I want to mention this as well. Good tea will have character and it's own unique system of revealing itself to you, but it will always make a good impression on you. It is like some people that take a job interview. In order for you to be hired, you have to make a very good first impression. This is the key. This tea has very special qualities of brightness and a very rich taste. The notes of early spring, the freshness in the air during spring. This is the first feeling I got. I got notes of ripe strawberry, peach and star fruit. The nuttiness is there, but not super obvious. I have to dig on and it seems to come later after the fruits and lasts at the tip of my tongue.
Second Infusion
Less intense aroma, more broth and umami concentrated. However, still fresh, and keeps improving in the mouth. Surprisingly, I did feel some energy from this tea as well. The energy moved from the tip of my tongue to the shoulders and went down to my stomach. The tea will keep going.
Third Infusion
On top of the minerality, there is a floral note. The one I am getting the most would have to be jasmine. Jasmine with white chocolate and lightly sprinkled hazelnuts would be the best description of what it tasted like on the third brew.
Fourth and Fifth Infusion
Very different from the rest of the infusions in that the cooling aspect is coming out. Real sensation in the throat, not minty but more like watermelon coolness. Honeydew can also be used as an example of what I am trying to describe. It isn't a cooling sensation nearly as obvious as the ones from Tie Guan Yin's, but rather fruity.
The sixth infusion.
Wow, the leaves are still fresh. Sweet spinach aroma floating from the gaiwan, and the tea still tastes good. In most cases, after the third or fourth brew, the tea is finished, but it is not the case for this tea. I can keep pushing and the result is still nice. Classic seaweed taste with a lingering zesty finish. Delicious.
Final Thoughts and Conclusion
I would rate this tea a 9 out of 10 because it simply deserves the high ranking. The tea is clear, persistent and yet constantly evolving. It makes me appreciate and connect with the world, and just like any other good tea, it makes me feel good. Distinctively special Longjing. Very good tea overall. I think that this would be the second best Longjing I've ever tried.
Empress Oolong from Mei Leaf
Wuyi Zhengyan Da Hong Pao Qi Dan Varietal From Mei Leaf
Basic info about this special tea:
Qi Dan Varietal
May 2017 Tea
From Zhengyan, Wuyi, Fujian.
Picking Grade: Up to third or fourth leaf.
500 m above sea level.
Temperature ( 99-100degrees celsius)
Brewing Vessel (90ml Jingdezhen gaiwan)
Grams of Leaves ( 5 grams)
Steeping Time ( less than 10 seconds per infusion, and every infusions increasing the time by 10 to 15 seconds)
Main Info
Number of Total Steepings: 8 infusions.
Aroma of Dry Leaves: Freshly made coffee, almost smoky but quite. Deep and grounding, well rounded.
Aroma of Wet Leaves: Medicinal, distinctive rocky terroir aroma. A little bit of citrus at the end.
Taste Profile: See in paragraphs.
Texture Profile: Honey like thickness with incredible body. I have to mention that for this tea.
Feeling/Aftertaste: Changes through each infusion. Mainly chocolatey and sweet, but turns more into fruit in later infusions.
Price: 22 CAD /30 grams
Attitude Ranking: 8.5 /10
A little bit of history behind the tea and where the terroir comes from.
"Da Hong Pao is one of China's most revered and highly sought after teas. This tea is grown on Bai Yun Yan mountain in the protected area of Zhengyan in the beautiful Wuyi mountains of Fujian Province, a nine peak mountain with vast rocky fingers pointing to the sky. The mineral rich, fast draining terrain make it the only place to grow true Empress Oolong."
"The tea is produced by hand and is then roasted for many hours slowly over real charcoal fires. This adds a warmth, smoothness and nutty depth to the tea. We advise avoiding any of these roasted oolongs for at least 6 months after they have been produced in order to let the 'fire' taste of the charcoal roasting to reduce. This is why we always stock tea picked in the previous year."
Don Mei
These two paragraphs really made me thirsty for this tea! I would love to visit Zhengyan one day. But, it is a World Heritage Site, so getting access into the area is very expensive. People have told me that just to get in you have to pay around 50 dollars per person. However, I do think it's an amazing area for tea lovers and people who want to explore more of China and see something eye-opening. The rocky terroir makes it such a good area for tea to grow, and it is said that many Oolong and Black teas originally came from the Wuyishan area. I believe that Wuyishan can be called as one of the few birthplaces to tea and especially to Oolong and Black teas.
Tasting through the Infusions.
First Infusion: Delicious, and very savory at start. Body and depth is excellent, while the balance between the roasting and preservation of the original characters of the Qi dan Varietal is well done. I can notice the flavors changing slowly with time as the savouriness develops into sweetness. Huigan is coming out but not fully present.
Second Infusion: Taste turns 180 Degrees: Flavors change from the coffee like start into more of a strawberry or ripe apricot taste. However, it is a dry taste; the flavors are on top of one another and hidden. A very complex turn inside and out, as I am starting to feel something from my shoulders.
Third to Fifth Infusion : The tea is so complex that I can't exactly pinpoint what I am tasting. But very thick on the pallet, with a fruity overtone before swallowing. The minerality is definitely strong, with a deep apricot taste arising in the cup more. Sounds funny but I kinda think that the infusions taste more like a broth than tea. The sweetness and after taste or huigan is stronger than previous infusions.
Fifth to Sixth: Notes are too complex by now, resulting in incredible sweetness. My tongue cannot stop salivating. I have never experienced this from a Yancha before; was truly amazed. The taste is not particularly medicinal, not fruity either. It is more of it's own taste.
Sixth to Eighth.
Silky smooth with a bit of astringency and a little bit of chestnut if you dig hard enough, but I couldn't get anymore out of it. I think Yanchas are a little less durable for consistent infusions of more than 10 brews. Each brew is very thick and if you can brew it for at least 8 that would be considered a good Yancha.
In Conclusion…
I am very new to the world of Yancha and Oolong, but I did very much enjoy this session of Qi Dan Dahongpao from Mei Leaf. The energy and mouthfeel combined with the aromatics of this Yancha just made me wow. I gave a 8.5 out of 10 because I did find that the tea ended a little bit too fast. I wished that the fruity and chocolaty aroma lasted just a bit longer, but the taste transformed throughout different infusions so that was super interesting.
I am excited to try something that's again roasted, but a traditional TGY from Fujian that's full of baked fruits and sweet candy notes. Should be delicious and fun to review.


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3 tablespoons ground flax
6 tablespoons water
1/2 cup Earth Balance vegan butter
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup water
Oil for frying
1/2 cup sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons cinnamon
1/2 cup soy milk (or any non dairy milk of your choice)
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
Combine ground flax seed with water. Let sit at least 10 minutes. Meanwhile, melt Earth Balance vegan butter in a small saucepan. Add in all-purpose flour and 1/2 cup water. Stir quickly with a wooden spoon. Add the flax mixture to the flour mixture and stir to combine. You will have a soft dough/batter.
Heat a large pot of oil to 375 degrees F. Combine sugar with the cinnamon and have ready when frying. Place dough into a pastry bag fitted with a large star tip. Pipe batter right into the hot oil, using a knife to separate from pastry bag. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes till nicely browned. Transfer to paper towel to drain. Let cool a minute and toss in cinnamon sugar.


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Scalar Decisions says 73% of Canadian firms have moved to the cloud
November 14, 2017
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A study released today by IT solutions provider Scalar Decisions Inc. shows that almost three quarters of Canadian organizations have migrated at least some of their IT delivery to the cloud. That's up from 59% in 2016. Scalar's second annual Cloud Study shows Canadian organizations have moved past security concerns as a barrier to adoption, and are now focused on maximizing the return on their investment in cloud delivery.
According to the study, highly publicized security breaches have not caused organizations to avoid adopting cloud-based delivery. While 35% of companies saw security as a factor in determining how much to use the cloud, 90% of respondents overcame those concerns to move forward with some level of cloud integration.
"The cloud has become not just a standard IT delivery model, but THE standard IT delivery model," said Rene Heroux, Scalar's chief technology officer. "While organizations have ongoing concerns about security, they now see the cloud as a potential solution to those risks, not as a barrier to adopting the technology. Businesses are now looking to reduce costs and increase the efficiency of their cloud infrastructure by developing new software and processes."
The company added in a release that the next frontier for cloud technology is moving from achieving basic benefits such as right-sizing, capital retention, and scalability to more advanced features like continuous integration, continuous development, and continuous deployment process automation. According to the results, companies are planning to boost their spending on cloud services to reap those efficiencies. Organizations plan to increase the share of their IT budget devoted to the cloud from less than 20% to almost 30% in the next 36 months.
"Major data and development intense companies have been using container technology for many years, but mainstream use of the technology is only starting to accelerate now," says Heroux. "Allowing for greater speed in software development and deployment, especially when it comes to fixing bugs or adding new features/functionality to application, containerization, and process automation are extremely important opportunities for increasing IT efficiency and agility."
The study notes that widespread adoption of cloud-based delivery systems has levelled the playing field for IT departments.
"The focus for cloud now is how organizations can make the most of their deployments and implementations," said Warren Shiau, director of the buyer behaviour practice at IDC Canada. "A major shift is the changing perception of cloud and security, with the results indicating security is not only no longer viewed as a barrier to cloud deployment — increased security is now actually perceived as a benefit."
All responses were captured in September via a Canada-wide survey conducted by IDC on behalf of Scalar Decisions. The final sample was 279 respondents, comprise of 200 senior level IT and business decision makers at Canadian headquartered organizations ranging in size from 50 to 500+ employees, as well as 79 screened decision makers from on-premise only organizations that do not utilize IT.
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Gran Fondo Versilia 2020
Gran Fondo Versilia 2020 will not be organised in 2020 most likely it will return back in 2021
Guided tours only from 6 pax or more.
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Gran Fondo Versilia 2020 on road bike
The Gran Fondo Versilia includes some spectacular climbs with some 2000 meters of altitude with a maximum gradient of 14% . The departure and arrival will be in Viareggio. The event will start from Viale Belluomini in front of the Viareggio Versilia Congress and the Grand Hotel Principe di Piemonte on the promenade of Viareggio. The Gran Fondo Versilia combines the beauty of Viareggio together with the splendid hills of Tuscany. Enjoy also the professional organisation and the friendly and relaxing atmosphere of the Gran Fondo Versilia.
The route leads you along the coastline up through the most charming places of Tuscany. Starting from Viareggio , the route goes up to the hills of Lucca touching the most magical places on the coast and hinterland. Then you'll cycle From the promenade to Lido di Camaiore, cyclists will head inland for the first climbs. Cycle the route along the coast line to little villages like Bargecchia, Pedona up till Montebello before the last climb which offers breath-taking views of the Tyrrhenian Sea from Livorno to the Gulf of La Spezia. Soon you will return to the promenade of Viareggio. Relax after the Gran Fondo and visit the "Open Tuscany Area", where bicycle companies show their products.
There are two different course lengths:
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If you have little or no counter space in your bath, a cabinet just 6″ deep can mean lots of storage for your cosmetic needs. Similar cabinets are available in home stores, but here we matched the existing vanity and designed narrow to give the feel of a larger room. The lower open shelf holds decorative containers with soaps, cotton balls, and q-tips.
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First Impressions Important for Staging
You may have a valuable property, but do buyers want it upon the first look?
All it takes is chipped paint or an empty porch to give an impression that cannot be improved no matter what is inside.
Keep the outdoor "clutter" away just as you would inside. Touch up areas needing painting and clean furniture. Make use of plants for added "pop of color" and replace old, worn cushions.
If planting beds are overgrown, replace with mulch and easy to maintain ground cover. Have gardens at their peak during beautiful summer months. It does not take much to have your property the most desirable in the area.
This Knoxville – Tennessee River – property is available through Tom Pettitt, Realty Executives, 865-588-3232.
Understanding Memory Loss
Imagine having a phone call with your best friend. Then upon hanging up your wife tells you that the friend you just spoke with has been dead for 25 years. How confusing and upsetting would that be?
This is how those living with Alzheimer's feel when corrected. I have experienced this in my family. The impulse is your loved one needs to be corrected, but in truth the sense of reasoning is just not there. They become confused, angry, and embarrassed. When you experience an older adult with memory loss confused or just wrong in their statements gently find a way to just leave the topic.
The spring NAPO Organizing Conference in San Diego last week had several workshops to better understand the needs of older adults and those with memory loss. My colleague and friend Margit Novak had an informative program on this subject.
Novak shared when moving parents, it is helpful to have the new space arranged as similar as possible in their new surroundings. Other tips include facing older adults when speaking with them and cut out any competition – televisions or other background noises.
The best example I heard to understand how Alzheimer's affects a patient is to imagine a closed fist is actually a brain. As Alzheimer's progresses, the fingers on the fist are not damaged but actually completely disappear. The short-term memory goes first, but with proper medicines this can be stayed for a long time.
Understanding the fear and confusion being experienced by dementia and other related memory loss will be helpful in relating to your friends and loved ones. It will not be easier, but patience and compassion will go a long way in sustaining their quality of life.
Before the Storm
While driving in the Tennessee snow last month, WIVK-FM's Andy and Alison were joking that no winter gloves were to be found in Knoxville after the city turned white. One even said they could not find boots so their kids could go sledding. But with a chuckle they noticed the stores had a huge supply of spring bathing suits.
This is one reason last month was Get Organized Month. It's a time to realize that getting organized is more than having everything in a certain place or being free of clutter. Being organzied is about saving time and being prepared for what happens in life.
Here in Los Angeles we don't have to worry about snow shovels, but what about this weekend's rain? Did anyone buy their umbrella after the skies turned dark?
Don't wait for the next storm to come in your life. Make your list of what may be needed in the coming months and save yourself both frustration and time.
Garde Robe – A Personal Valet for Your Wardrobe
If you have more couture than you have closet space, Garde Robe is at your service. This luxury service started in New York and is now in southern California. Not only do they provide storage for your garments in climate controlled facilities, a photographic inventory is created which is available online for clients making easy retrieval for what is needed.
Heading to your Sun Valley residence and don't want to pack? Let Garde Robe know what you need and the items will arrive to meet you cleaned and ready for a night on the town.
Check out their portfolio and visit their website at www.GardeRobeOnline.com. This "white glove" service will give you more space by storing your out of season clothes, footwear and accessories. While in their possession your garments will be inspected and even repaired if needed.
Frequent travelers, multiple home owners, and those who want their wardrobe to be in the best condition should check this service out.
Home Staging Tips for De-cluttering for Your Open House
While your home may be comfortable and beautiful for your family, can a potential buyer see the house that may become their home? Recently we were called in by John Barrentine to help a family get ready for placing their house on the market.
The house was a lovely setting for any family. Not overly cluttered, but lived-in. By simply removing a few extra pieces of furniture, the rooms looked much larger. In closets, we reviewed items the family did not need until after the move and more space also quickly appeared. Over-the-door storage units were removed. While these items may provide extra storage space, a potential buyer will see these and think the closets are not large enough.
Removing all your family photos will allow visitors to have an opportunity to imagine their images on the walls and shelves…thinking "this could be my home". And don't forget, you are not there during the Open House. Buyers will peep in drawers and cabinets to see if you have enough room. We quickly reorganized all the bath vanities and other cabinets throughout the home.
Within a week John shared "thank you for helping to get it together over here. Here now for more showings and just today someone exclaimed 'wow so organized. I would love to live this way'. Seven offers now and more coming."
Walk through your home as if you were a stranger and realize even a stack of magazines might be a distraction to others. All the work you do will make the sale quicker, and all that has been packed away for storage is just that much work already done for moving day.
Award Season In Hollywood Included the Stars of Organizing
The Grammys have nothing on the Orgies. That's right – the night before the music industry celebrated in downtown Los Angeles, the 5th annual Los Angeles Organizing Awards, or "Orgies", were held at the Raleigh Studios in Hollywood. This Red Carpet evening was the climax of Get Organized Month for the Los Angeles chapter of the National Association of Professional Organizers (NAPO-LA). [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uVeuCjhgkDY]
Industry leaders from as far away as Australia were in attendance. Colleagues caught up with each other, made new friends, and celebrated the best products, services, media, authors and people in the professional organizing industry. Kim Coles was the evening host and the program featured Peter Walsh, from The Oprah Winfrey Show, Julie Morgenstern, celebrated author and time management expert, Dorothy Brenninger and Standolyn Robertson, both experts from the new A&E "HOARDERS" hit show, plus many more. Get It Together LA! was a finalist for "Best Closet Design" and "Best Garage Design" this year.
I was especially honored to have as my guests Senior Designer Carolyn Judson and Design Assistant Rachel Eisner of Connie McCreight Interior Design. At times, organizers are fortunate to work alongside other professionals on client projects. In the past couple of years we have been included on several of the Connie McCreight Design Firm's projects. From Bel Air to the Hamptons, Get It Together LA! has had the opportunity to watch these designers create residential masterpieces. They mention working with Get It Together LA! in their blog post, "Everything in its Place". Connie suggests "when thinking about refreshing your space, focus on two or three items that will make the most impact…add drama with new paint, a bold graphic rug, or eclectic artwork". Even rethinking furniture arrangement can make a difference. Add in some new accessories like a statement mirror, or swap accessories you already have within the rooms of your home.
Along with beautiful design, the style of the road was also represented at the Awards gala. Event car sponsor Joe Clapsaddle, of Hornburg Jaguar, was also at our table. Joe is past chair or the West Hollywood Chamber of Commerce and a very active community leader.
Hornburg sponsored a drawing for a Weekend in Hollywood giveaway featuring the use of a 2010 Jaguar XF Supercharged, which was also parked on the Red Carpet as the evenings' guests received superstar treatment on January 30.
Luxury roadsters, sophisticated design, and skillful organizing all merged at the Los Angeles Organizing Awards. Professional Organizers and their friends enjoyed celebrating a year of clutter-clearing work. If you missed it, plan on coming next year. We had a great time and wish to congratulate all of the 2010 award winners.
Help for Soon-to-be Parents
Newborn babies bring joy, but with the joy comes stroller, cribs, toys, diapers, gifts, changing tables, more diapers and clothes, car seats, more gifts…well you get the idea. Recognizing new parents need to be organized as they prepare for their family addition, Kijiji.com has partnered with us to help educate parents on the best ways to organize and maximize space for their "Baby On Board" campaign.
Kijiji.com is a free, family friendly site that is easy to navigate and a great place to buy and sell items for the home and find necessary services. The name Kijiji is Swahili for village. This is really a community to share information and resouce to get rid of unwanted clutter. In their online survey, it was discovered that only 7% of parents resale baby items once they are no longer used. So 93% of families have the opportunity to gain more space and raise some money by selling these unused items.
Check out our tips and let your baby develop organizing principles that will last a lifetime.
What a Night for the Stars of Organizing
The Organizing world gathered in Los Angeles last week for the 2009 Los Angeles Organizing Awards held at the Luxe in Bel-Air. Time management guru Stephen Covey received a Lifetime Achievement Award for helping us better organized our time through his books, products and seminars. In a special taped "thank you" he noted how important it is to stand back and look at what is in our life. Covey went on to say many times, upon examination, even our time is cluttered with events and activities that may not be as important as we think.
The Awards were presented by the National Association of Professional Organizers-Los Angeles chapter and event sponsor The Office Depot. Over 150 professional organizers, product representatives and service providers attended. Caught on the red carpet before the dinner and awards show were Mary Ann Pate, Past President of NAPO-San Francisco, Janine Sarna-Jones, Past President of NAPO New York and member of the NAPO Board of Directors and Chris McKenry. McKenry, and his board in 2006 created the Los Angeles Organizing Awards.
The current and past president of the Los Angeles Chapter of NAPO joined Hal Sparks on the red carpet. Sparks of "Queer as Folk" was the host of the evening. Pictured from left to right: Robin Davi, Donna McMillan, Dorothy Breininger, John Trosko, Dolores Kaytes, Hap Sparks, Christine Reiter, and Chris McKenry.
Also attending was Jodie Watson, star of Real Simple.Real Life and NAPO-LA Vice President and Awards chair. From around the country guests included NAPO National board of directors; President Standolyn Robertson and board members Angela Wallace, Pam McCutcheon, Janine Sarna-Jones, Allan Young, and Sandy Stelter- all celebrating the glamor of organization.
photo credits: Sara Getzkin and Michelle Clooney
Hear McKenry on Home Wizards Saturday
Get Organized Month is just days away and getting organized is recession proof. Organizing Expert Chris McKenry will join Cindy Dole on her show, Home Wizards Saturday, December 27 at 8 am. The show can be heard on News Talk 870 KRLA or found live on the web at www.HomeWizards.tv.
"The New Year is upon us and this segment will help us get our act together from our paper files for taxes, to the rest of the home," states host Cindy Doyle. You can call into the show and ask your questions about getting organized for your most productive year by dialing 1-866-870-5752.


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President's Message – Feb 2019
Dear Tomcat Flyers, Fixers, and Fans,
Greetings and Happy New Year! I hope you had a pleasant and restful holiday season.
As I reflect back upon 2018, I'm thankful for a great San Diego reunion (more on that later), and it occurs to me that it is important to reflect on where we've been as an Association. Starting with Art Martin's vision to form an F-14 Tomcat Association that would be similar to the Intruder Association, back around 2002, a small group of us formed an exploratory committee, drafted by-laws, and did the legal work to be a non-profit (Art Martin did most of that work). Finally, the first Board of Directors met and adopted the Association By-Laws at a meeting held 17 December 2003.
- President – Mike "Rabies" Rabens, Capt USN (Ret.)
- Vice President – Mark "Beaver" Swaney, Capt USN (Ret.)
- Treasurer – Rob "Udog" Underwood, Capt USNR (Ret.)
- Secretary – Art Martin, Grumman Employee and Tomcat Devotee
Art was the driving force for starting the association, and for 11 years was the driving force to reach out to people, to conduct bi-annual reunions, and to grow the group. Art was born June 20, 1945 in New York. He joined the Navy in 1963 and served honorably until 1967, then joined the Grumman Corporation, later Northrop Grumman. On July 7, 2014, at 9:20 p.m., the world lost a great man when Art passed away from complications of a surgery. His lovely wife Donna still lives in Camarillo California. We all miss Art – may he rest in peace.
Three of us original members are still on the board. I announced at this year's reunion that I will be stepping down as your President as soon as the next President is elected. We intend to hold elections early in 2019 as our by-laws require.


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Courier Packages
Courier services are distinguished from other ordinary shipping services by features such as speed, security, tracking, signature, specialization and individualization of express services, and swift delivery times. Couriers are usually more expensive than standard shipping services, and their use is normally limited to packages where one or more of these features are considered important enough to warrant the cost.
In August, 2014, a "de minimis" regime was implemented as a valuation ceiling for goods imported via courier, below which no duty or tax will be charged. The system allowed goods with a total cost, insurance and freight (CIF) value not exceeding EC$150 and which are not alcoholic beverages, tobacco products or commercial goods to be exempt from the payment of all customs duties and other taxes.
This resulted in the reduction of clearance procedures including data requirements, thus saving much needed time and costs to the importers.
Customs will verify the eligibility requirements and release the cargo to the Courier Agents under the DIMINIMIS System, ensuring that they qualify and are not over the CIF $150.00 umbrella.
During the verification process, Suppliers Invoices and freight amounts are required to be submitted by the Courier Agents, and that all packages listed on the Manifests are accounted for at the end of exercise.
The following are updated guidelines to be adhered to by the Courier Agents for the processing of the courier packages:
- Courier Agents shall post a bond with the Comptroller of Customs through an approved Financial Institution in order to operate as a Courier Agent
- Courier Agents will be required to maintain a high degree of control over their shipments from the time they are picked up for export to the time they are physically delivered to the facilities, particularly in regard to the reliability of the information and corroborating documentation that they must submit to Customs, and are strictly liable for any non-compliance detected
- Courier Agents to have an acceptable method, approved by the Comptroller, to receive and sort consignments, and should include, among others, being adequately equipped with necessary software and hardware
- Courier Agents to carry out an initial sorting (determination of which packages to be released under the DIMINIMIS System, and those to be retained in the facilities) of their consignments. Subsequently to this initial sorting, a List (Declaration) to be made up for Customs verification purposes, prior to the eligible goods being released to them
- Courier Agents to assist with the verification of the eligible packages released to them under the DIMINIMIS System in such form and manner as the Comptroller may require, and shall present in addition to the List Declaration, requisite additional documentation to Customs which would include, but not limited to, Suppliers Invoices and Bills of Lading. (NB – it is mandatory that shipper/supplier identification be stated on the waybills, and any shipment not accompanied with the proper documentation such as a suppliers invoice will be retained at the ACS/private courier facilities)
- Courier Agents to instruct their clients that they should possess and present their suppliers invoices to Customs while picking up their packages, to avoid unnecessary delays.
- Courier Agents authorized to operate at their private facilities are required to:
- Provide security at the premises during normal working hours (i.e. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Mondays and 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday to Friday)
- Provide the necessary amenities for customs officers stationed at their facilities to include, but not limited to - adequate office space, computer with ASYCUDA, adequate furniture, telephone, washroom, and access to microwave and refrigerator
- Run an efficient control system at their private facilities in order that Customs Officials deal independently with customers on a one on one basis rather than operating overtly within the midst of other customers
- Provide Stock Balances at any time upon request. The Stock Balances are to be retrieved in ASUCUDA in a user friendly format approved by the Comptroller
NB - In order to maintain the integrity at the facilities, both enablers i.e. Customs and Courier Agents should have physical locks to all entrances where the imported consignments are stored for better management and control.


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Garden Trees
When I buy bare root
Traditionally, most trees were grown in the open ground for a number of years before being wrenched and dug up in early winter. Plants were then sold either bare root i.e. with no soil around the roots or were balled in hessian cloth with soil still attached to the roots of the plant.
Can my self-seeded avocados, in
Growing avocado from seed means that you have approximately a one in 10,000 chance of your trees providing regular crops of avocados. This is why when you go to a garden centre to purchase a tree they are always grafted, hence the variety names; Hass, Reed, Zutano, Ferte or Bacon.


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Foreclosures In Chaplin
Foreclosures no longer are frightening! Thousands have been assisted, so why not you? Click below for foreclosures, power of sale and bank owned homes in Chaplin.
How can I find bank owned homes in Chaplin?
I use Foreclosuresearch.ca for my foreclosure needs because it is a one stop shop so to speak for education and learning about the market and foreclosure process as well as lists of available properties with images and descriptions.
This saves me a lot of time and effort. I don't have to search the internet for hours looking at different Realtors websites sifting through houses in Chaplin that are not foreclosures or don't fit what I am looking for.
Other options for finding foreclosed houses is to get in touch with your local bank to see if they are keeping properties in their portfolio or to contact a local Realtor that concentrates in foreclosure listings. Many Realtors will list just about any property they can get their hands on but they may not be well versed in the foreclosure buying process so you need to be informed before going in.
How to buy a foreclosed house in Chaplin with bad credit.
Let me begin by saying that shopping for a foreclosed house in Chaplin with bad credit is possible!
To begin with, you have the alternative to buy a house for cash at a real estate auction. Your credit doesn't play a factor at all because you are not taking out a loan. Not everyone has this kind of money lying around though so lets take into account other options.
Research federal home buying programs. After the global economic crisis the last several years, banks have started to loosen their lending requirements again at the prompting of governments to allow homebuyers the opportunity of experiencing homeownership. There are many programs readily available again to aid those with low incomes or unsatisfactory credit to buy homes. Your local housing authority department should be able to help if you don't find what you need on the internet.
Search for properties in Chaplin and try to find loans with low down payments. Save up money for your down payment but expect to pay a somewhat higher interest rate due to your lower credit score. You should be able to remortgage in a couple of years after making on time payments to obtain a lower rate.
How to buy a foreclosed condo in Chaplin, SK.
The initial step is to get pre approved for a mortgage through a bank of your choosing or scrape together enough money to buy a residence through an auction for all cash.
Next, find condos in Chaplin, SK that you are interested in. Find a Realtor that specializes in foreclosures and will be able to help you through the process of buying.
If you have questions about the process, I would consider consulting with a real estate or foreclosure attorney before purchasing to make sure you understand the process and the complexities of purchasing foreclosed properties.
Something that needs to be considered before you buy is that some foreclosure properties are not open to having a home inspection done before buying and/or the bank that owns the property may not be willing to make any repairs. This could end up costing you some money to make the repairs after buying. This is the only problem in my opinion when buying foreclosed homes.
How long does it take to buy a bank owned home in Chaplin?
This relies on how you are buying the residence. Properties that are bought in cash at an auction are turned over within a week or two maximum depending upon how much time it takes your funds to move to the bank and the title to be completed. Actually, I have had properties transfer to me within three days.
If you are buying a property through a mortgage then the closing process takes a little bit longer. My experience has been around thirty days to closing, which is pretty customary when purchasing a property.
Are there reasons not to buy a repo house?
repo houses are usually sold "as is," indicating the bank is not willing to make any repairs before offering the property. This means that any repairs could fall back upon the new owner to correct. Sometimes the repairs are small-scale and other times they are significant.
Often a foreclosed property in Chaplin SK has sat empty for a while so maintenance has been neglected and will need to be taken care of immediately.
Sometimes, just because the title has changed to a new owner doesn't mean that all concerns have gone away. This is the importance of having a title search done well before buying a property given that liens or lawsuits could be attached to the property and you could inherit them without knowing it.
How to negotiate for bank owned homes.
Patience is key here! The bank is in business to make money so they will be trying to get the highest possible price for the house that they can.
Keep in mind that working with banks is a mechanical process and usually handled by computers and not real people. This can be annoying for you the buyer but it is what it is. Eventually if you are persistent the bank will very likely cave if they have no other offers because they recognize they need to transfer the property quickly.
Are Chaplin repo homes good or bad?
This all relies on your goals and the risk level that you are prepared to accept. If you agree to take on the possible repairs yourself and not count on the bank to pay for them then this is a great deal!
Remember to do your due diligence on foreclosures and on your property before purchasing to know exactly what you are getting into.
Power of Sale Intro
There are numerous things you may unknown about the power of sale. When do you understand you are confronted with a power of sale or foreclosure in Chaplin, and how do you understand if it is the right investment for you? Provided below are responses to seven commonly asked questions concerning the power of sale, and how it can help you make educated purchases in Saskatchewan.
What is power of sale or foreclosure?
This is a term that very few everyday people have heard of. But if you are interested in purchasing realty, especially those on the foreclosure market, then you want to be familiar with this term. A power of sale is a stipulation that is written into a mortgage which permits the lender to offer the residential or commercial property in the event of default to pay back the home loan debt. It technically is the stipulation that enables foreclosure on a home when a financial obligation is not paid. This kind of sale happens so that the lending institution, which is normally a bank, can recover losses that they incurred by the loan default.
A power of sale also describes the power revealed or indicated in a trust arrangement allowing the trustee to offer the investment consisting of the trust.
Generally, this stipulation in a home mortgage or trust allows the loan provider to offer the property without going to court to do so. It is a kind of faster way to enable healing much easier and much faster. For those looking to acquire foreclosed home, this is much easier as the loan provider does not have to go through the courts to make the sale happen.
If you are planning to acquire a power of sale foreclosure house, there are some advantages. This consists of an expedited process. Generally a foreclosure through the courts can take a great deal of time; whereas those that go through a contract clause can be much quicker.
Where can you discover power of sale houses?
It is actually simpler than you believe to find power of sale homes. In Saskatchewan, as in all of Canada, the normal procedure is to offer the residential or commercial property by power of sale, which is unlike the majority of the United States which has the tendency to go through the courts for a foreclosure. Generally, when a home is being offered through power of sale, it actually goes through a real estate agent. That makes it simple to discover homes under power of sale. A real estate agent, or other property sites, will likely have listings of power of sale homes in your area.
How do you buy a power of sale acreages in Saskatchewan?
It is a terrific option to purchase power for sale foreclosures in Chaplin Saskatchewan. The procedure is quite quick and simple. The procedure for the sale is typically set out in the home mortgage, so they might vary a bit in a different way for properties depending upon the lender.
In Saskatchewan, there are 2 kinds of power for sale – legal and statutory. A legal power of sale is when the home loan documents have actually consisted of the power of sale provision. A statutory power of sale is when the power of sale provisions is not included, but these are very uncommon.
The basic process consists of:
Notification given to the borrower after fifteen days of default
Notice offered to anyone who has an interest in the home
For legal power of sales, the debtor has 35 days to pay, if statutory, the customer has 45 days
Once the period ends and the default is not fixed, the lending institution can offer the home
The property can be offered by auction, personal contract, or by tender. The home is generally listed with a real estate agent and put on the market for sale using multiple listing service (MLS).
The ownership of the property will alter hands just if the property is offered. This is likewise not a fire sale, although it is quicker than a court procedure. The deals from the buyers like you are carefully taken a look at, and the existing owner may ask for an accounting.
How do you discover power of sale listings?
One of the best methods to find a power for sale listing in Chaplin is to utilize an outstanding MLS. These services are readily available on line and offer an excessive amount of listings so that you can find the specific house you are trying to find. A site, such as foreclosuresearch.ca, can provide you with all of the listings in Saskatchewan under power of sale. Sites like this one allow you to browse in your location for power of sale home, in addition to the timing and expenses involved.
Are bank owned condos cheaper?Normally, power of sale houses is less expensive than going through a person simply offering their home. This is due to the fact that the bank just wishes to not lose on the offer. They want to make the money back that they have actually lost from the default. In Canada, any extra money from the sale is returned to the house owner, however if there is a deficiency, the owner is accountable for the distinction.
Get more information on buying a home at this link. When buying or selling any home, use a real estate agent for your own safety and peace of mind. Find an agent here. A lawyer would be a good idea also.


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Seattle, WA – September 25, 2018 – Carbon Washington, the organization behind the state's 2016 ballot initiative to put a price on carbon (I-732), has endorsed Democrats David Daggett and James Thomas in their races for Washington's 35th District House seats.
"David Daggett understands that climate policy solutions can be job creators in his rural district, especially when it comes to biomass and alternative fuels – and to support the vibrant shellfish industry," said Kyle Murphy, Executive Director of Carbon Washington. "His opponent, Republican incumbent Drew MacEwan, has taken some steps to deepen his understanding of climate issues, including participation in a bipartisan trip to Europe to learn about clean energy, but he has not yet turned his learning into concrete proposals or support for climate action."
"Businesses should realize the positive long-term cost/benefit tradeoff of reducing CO2 pollution before devastating environmental damage occurs," said Daggett in response to a questionnaire distributed by Carbon Washington to candidates running for legislative office in Washington. "Having worked for many years in Fortune 500 companies, I have seen that incentives can motivate companies to make better environmental progress. Putting a price on CO2 pollution will encourage its reduction and will also create new business opportunities. However, a means needs to be found to not burden the working class, and especially the economically challenged."
Carbon Washington also endorsed James Thomas in his 35th District House race. "Thomas is a solid choice, with years of experience in the district working on economic issues," said Murphy. "He knows that addressing climate change also means protecting jobs in the shellfish and timber industry."
"I will continue to promote environmentally responsible economic development and I will fight and vote for measures that confront climate change directly and aggressively," said Thomas in his questionnaire. (more…)
Seattle, WA – September 25, 2018 – In recognition of both candidates' strong position on climate issues, Carbon Washington, the organization behind the state's 2016 ballot initiative to put a price on carbon (I-732), has endorsed incumbent Senator Mark Miloscia (R) and his challenger, Claire Wilson (D), in Washington's 30th legislative district.
Sen. Miloscia has been very engaged in finding and supporting bipartisan, smart, accountable carbon reduction policies," said Kyle Murphy, Executive Director of Carbon Washington. "We need more leaders like Sen. Miloscia who are willing to work across the aisle to address the increasingly urgent climate challenges facing us today."
"I will support all efforts that try for compromise, quality, accountability," said Sen. Miloscia in response to a questionnaire distributed by Carbon Washington to candidates running for legislative office in Washington. "Only by working together, in a spirit of compromise, quality, and accountability, will we develop a carbon reduction plan that truly works."
Carbon Washington also endorsed Sen. Miloscia's challenger, Claire Wilson. "It is clear that Wilson is also deeply committed to equity and addressing climate change. In this case, we feel very fortunate to have two strong candidates who are ready to lead on climate issues," said Murphy.
"If elected, I will be a vocal and public champion in the legislature for carbon reduction policies and insist that we include an environmental lens when making budget and other policy decisions," said Wilson in her questionnaire. "I will advance environmental bills to reduce our state's emissions, support clean industries, and mitigate the damage caused by effects of climate change we are already seeing — like wildfires and decreased air quality throughout the state. I will work with affected communities, especially tribal nations and communities of color, to ensure their voices are leading the way to a more sustainable economy and environmental future." (more…)
Seattle, WA – September 25, 2018 – Carbon Washington, the organization behind the state's 2016 ballot initiative to put a price on carbon (I-732), has endorsed two legislative candidates in Washington's 47th District (Kent-Auburn-Covington): Republican State Sen. Joe Fain, who is running for re-election, and Democrat Debra Entenman, a Democrat running for state representative.
"Sen. Fain has been one of the most consistent Republican voices on climate change," said Kyle Murphy, Executive Director of Carbon Washington. "He supported Initiative 732 and continues to bring a true bipartisan spirit to solving the challenges associated with climate change. We applaud his courage tackling a complex and urgent issue."
"Combating climate change requires sober thinking and reasoned action based on the best available science," said Fain in response to a questionnaire distributed by Carbon Washington to candidates running for legislative office in Washington.
Carbon Washington also endorsed Debra Entenman, who is running for state representative. "Entenman is committed to addressing climate change through smart policy and strongly supports the transition to renewable energy sources," said Murphy. "Meanwhile, her opponent, Incumbent Mark Hargrove, does not have a sensible position on climate issues. For voters who care about addressing climate change and protecting future generations, the choice is clear."
"I believe that climate change is real, caused by the use of fossil fuels and can be slowed and reversed by legislative policies," said Entenman in her questionnaire. "[These] may include cap and trade, fees and pricing, and EPA policies that include reductions in auto emissions."
Update (10/25): We remain concerned about the sexual misconduct allegations against Sen. Fain made on Sept. 27, after he received our endorsement. Sen. Fain has requested an investigation, which we believe is the appropriate course. We will continue to monitor the situation.
The Youth Climate Trial that has meandered through Washington's court system has stalled for the moment.
The case, pursued by eight young petitioners and supported by attorneys from the Western Environmental Law Center and Our Children's Trust, asserts that the state is failing to protect young people from climate change impacts, and that young people have a right to a stable climate under the Washington State Constitution and the Public Trust Doctrine. King County Superior Court Judge Michael Scott has dismissed the case as of August 14. However, the plaintiff's plan to appeal, so we don't expect this to be the last word on the case. Read more about the legal background and the trajectory of the case: https://www.ourchildrenstrust.org/washington
Despite the failure to compel state action, the case holds a number of lessons for climate advocates as we advance policies to reduce carbon emissions. (more…)
2018 State Legislative Endorsement Questionnaire
Smart Climate Action Leader Endorsements: Carbon Washington is a nonpartisan grassroots organization dedicated to reducing carbon emissions and addressing climate change. We support legislative candidates that are committed to bipartisanship and who push for carbon reduction policies that are effective and economically efficient. Endorsed candidates will be highlighted through Carbon Washington's 5,000+ email list, targeted social media posts, and may be eligible for additional financial and campaign support. Carbon Washington supporters recently raised over $1,000 for a legislative candidate and we intend highlight additional legislative leaders in the coming months.
Instructions: Please complete the following questions and email them to Carbon Washington at firstname.lastname@example.com and/or email@example.com BY 9/7/2018. Candidates can download the endorsement as a word document here: Candidate endorsement questionnaire.
|Candidate Name
|Position Sought
|Campaign Contact Information
|Do you agree that climate change is primarily caused by burning fossil fuels?
|Do you believe legislators should develop policies to responsibly reduce carbon emissions?
|The vast majority of economists agree a price on carbon is the most efficient way to reduce carbon emissions. Do you support putting a price on carbon?
Hello, CarbonWA friends: The movement for a price on carbon in Washington State has put a few points on the board! Read on to learn more, and, don't forget that I-1631 is gathering signatures right now so if you want to get involved go directly to the campaign website and review our analysis to learn more about the policy.
New UTC Rules Require Utilities to Include Price on Carbon
In Washington State, our private utilities (Puget Sound Energy, Avista, and PacificCorp) are regulated by a body called the Utilities and Transportation Commission or UTC. Two former UTC commissioners actually sit on the CarbonWA board. The UTC's job is to ensure private utilities follow the law and don't take advantage of consumers, among other things. Utilities must have their rate increases and many other financial decisions impacting consumers approved by the UTC. And, utilities are required to undertake a long term planning process that is overseen by the UTC (known as the Integrated Resource Plans or IRPs). The UTC has just determined that future IRP's MUST include a price on carbon (of $40 per ton) as part of their economic analysis. This decision isn't legally prohibiting the utilities from building fossil fuel plants in the future. But, the UTC is clearly telling utilities: if you build a fossil fuel plant that isn't profitable with a price on carbon, we won't consider that a prudent investment for which consumers should be on the hook. The new rule won't make a big impact on existing coal plants, but it will make it more likely that when existing coal plants eventually shut down, those plants will be replaced by a greater mixture of renewables and a lesser mixture of fossil fuels. This is an important regulatory shift that will reduce carbon.
We supported a bill last session that would have created a carbon price requirement in utility plans, and while the bill had bipartisan support, it wasn't able to get the attention it needed in the short session to pass. We are pleased the UTC decided it didn't need to wait any longer to take responsible, sensible action on climate change. Furthermore, we take this as evidence that our shared work to advance climate action and a sensible price on carbon is gaining traction.
More Carbon Pricing Media & Next Steps
The carbon tax push from the last legislative session was nicely pulled together by S&P Global News "Defeated in Legislature Carbon Tax Advocates Eye Washington Ballot Initiative". The piece features quotes from CarbonWA and our partners including, "Despite failing to pass, 6203 set in motion a process that will lead to a price on carbon in the next two years" from Senator Reuven Carlyle, and "elements of the business community decided they'd rather spend millions fighting ballot initiatives rather than locking in a compromise now" from CarbonWA. From I-732, to SB 6203, to I-1631 to the recent UTC decision, carbon pricing is becoming closer and closer to a reality in Washington.
After the lengthy initiative campaign from 2014-2016, and two legislative blitzes last year and this year to advance a price on carbon, many key members of CarbonWA are slowing down for a moment to catch our breath. Don't worry if we are a little bit quieter over the coming months as we evaluate the political landscape ahead and chart our path. If you want to get more involved as a volunteer running our non-profit, assisting with blog posts, or community organizing please email email@example.com with some more information about your background and interests.


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- The Ballantine Classic Library of Science Fiction is uniformly great; but, as you might guess from the title of this blog, the Henry Kuttner volume is especially worth searching out.
More Information
- The Best of Henry Kuttner• (paperback)
- Seventeen stories by Henry Kuttner, including the extraordinarily influential Mimsy Were the Borogoves. (Henry Kuttner)
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After 6 years of being together, Laura and Norberto decided to celebrate a destination wedding in Cartagena, this wonderful city witnessed the union of this beautiful couple. They couldn't resist the charms of the heroic and traveled from the United States, accompanied by friends and family, to enjoy their emblematic attractions.
Laura's mother is from Colombia, so thanks to her she had visited the city before, and definitely her commitment to Norberto was the perfect reason to return to the streets of Cartagena with her relatives.
Laura and Norberto wanted to make sure that both families enjoyed not only the wedding day but that they had an agenda full of activities allowing them to know the tourist attraction of Cartagena. This is why all the guests at this destination wedding enjoyed from beginning to end the mixture between the natural landscapes, the enigmatic history and the modern touch that characterizes our city.
At a Catholic ceremony at St. Peter Claver Church, Laura and Norberto reaffirmed their commitment and union for life, between smiles, applause, and tears from their family and friends, the couple received the blessing of God to walk hand in hand the path they begin to travel as husbands.
The couple enjoyed a photographic walk through the streets of Cartagena, in these memories were captured their emotions and the majestic colonial atmosphere. Definitely the photographer Vinny D. managed to capture the happiness and love of Laura & Norberto during their destination wedding in Cartagena.
At the rhythm of the drums, the guests arrived at the courtyard of the San Pedro Claver Cloister, where they were received for the cocktail.
For one hour they tasted all kinds of snacks characteristic of our city and drinks while the moment was set with live music. The joy was felt in the air, soon the couples went out to the dance floor, in the background, the classics of Colombian music were the perfect soundtrack.
Continuing with the magical evening, the guests boarded the carrriages that took them in a caravan to the reception area, and once again they appreciated the charm of the streets of Cartagena. The subtlety in the decoration and the lights contrasted perfectly with the romantic atmosphere, it was the ideal setting to welcome the more than 80 guests who were eager to continue celebrating the love of this couple.
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I have an affair every evening on Crime and Investigation channel and his name is Joe… My partner laughs that I love Kenda more than him! Another love of mine is Crime shows and Detective Lt. Joe Kenda, is the star of the one of my favourite crime documentary series Homicide Hunter: Lt. Joe Kenda. In this book, Kenda shares his deepest, darkest, thoughts and case throughout his 19 years as a homicide detective.
Joe Kenda investigated 387 murder cases during his 23 years with the Colorado Springs Police Department and solved almost all of them. In this book Kenda details the cases that (some of these are episodes now) are too gruesome to air on television, cases that still haunt him, and cases where the killer got away. Chapters include:
* "Every City has an Underbelly" highlighting that in every beautiful city they experience an underlayer of deadly violence.
* "I Talk to Dead People" an insight into Kenda's approaches to a crime scene investigation
* "Honey I'm Home, Don't Mind the Blood" where detective work is brought home and the consequences of this.
* "Crimes I Can't Talk about on TV" where Kenda shares the most gruesome, macabre or complex cases.
I read this book on my kindle and throughout I could hear Kenda talk, the writing style managed to keep Kenda's dry and witty humour as colourful as it is on the screen. The book style is very matter of fact, just like the man with a dose of emotional rawness that is even more evident than on the TV show. The book manages to take a more in depth look at how the crimes effected and still effect Kenda. With a chapter dedicated to life after homicide and how the violence, offenders and the victims are still in his mind to this day. He openly talks about his PTSD in a way that shows how just talking about it is not only revealing about Kenda to the reader but to himself.
The recollections that Kenda makes in this book will not necessarily shock avid Homicide Hunter fans, yet, will continue to entertain like Kenda can. For me the most the best part of the book is the narrative about the man behind the badge. I felt I knew more about Kenda – he is now more than a homicide detective. He is a man with not only morals, but a man who has been a dream catcher, who has the nightmares, that we never want to dream.
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USN-905-1: sudo vulnerabilities
26 February 2010
sudo vulnerabilities
A security issue affects these releases of Ubuntu and its derivatives:
- Ubuntu 9.10
- Ubuntu 9.04
- Ubuntu 8.10
- Ubuntu 8.04 LTS
- Ubuntu 6.06 LTS
Software Description
- sudo
It was discovered that sudo did not properly validate the path for the 'sudoedit' pseudo-command. A local attacker could exploit this to execute arbitrary code as root if sudo was configured to allow the attacker to use sudoedit. The sudoedit pseudo-command is not used in the default installation of Ubuntu. (CVE-2010-0426)
It was discovered that sudo did not reset group permissions when the 'runas_default' configuration option was used. A local attacker could exploit this to escalate group privileges if sudo was configured to allow the attacker to run commands under the runas_default account. The runas_default configuration option is not used in the default installation of Ubuntu. This issue affected Ubuntu 8.04 LTS, 8.10 and 9.04. (CVE-2010-0427)
Update instructions
The problem can be corrected by updating your system to the following package versions:
- Ubuntu 9.10
- sudo - 1.7.0-1ubuntu2.1
- sudo-ldap - 1.7.0-1ubuntu2.1
- Ubuntu 9.04
- sudo - 1.6.9p17-1ubuntu3.1
- sudo-ldap - 1.6.9p17-1ubuntu3.1
- Ubuntu 8.10
- sudo - 1.6.9p17-1ubuntu2.2
- sudo-ldap - 1.6.9p17-1ubuntu2.2
- Ubuntu 8.04 LTS
- sudo - 1.6.9p10-1ubuntu3.6
- sudo-ldap - 1.6.9p10-1ubuntu3.6
- Ubuntu 6.06 LTS
- sudo - 1.6.8p12-1ubuntu6.1
- sudo-ldap - 1.6.8p12-1ubuntu6.1
To update your system, please follow these instructions: https://wiki.ubuntu.com/Security/Upgrades.
In general, a standard system upgrade is sufficient to effect the necessary changes.


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ARLINGTON/SUNDERLAND - The towns of Arlington and Sunderland have received grants from e-Vermont - a part of the Vermont Council on Rural Development - that will provide greater technical resources to the communities.
The grants will be responsible for a number of technological improvements, according to Gordon Woodrow, the chairman of the Sunderland School Board. Certain grades in Arlington - with the help of partner Digital Wish - will receive laptops for each of their students. The Martha Canfield Library - with the assitance of the Vermont Department of Libraries, another partner - will receive computer upgrades and e-services. The Burdett Commons is also expected to receive some upgrades and Woodrow said one idea is to outfit it as an elearning center for community members interested in learning about new online technology. Woodrow also said that Vermont State Colleges - another partner - would be providing students with assistance through direct seminars on how to use the Internet effectively.


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