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Bishops' Council of Russian Orthodox Church opens in Moscow
The Bishops' Council of the Russian Orthodox Churches began its work at the Hall of Church Councils in the Cathedral of Christ the Saviour on 2 February 2013. 290 archpastors from 247 dioceses of the Russian Orthodox Church (ROC) were invited to take part in the Council. They arrived from Russia, Ukraine, Belarus, Moldova, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Kirghistan, Latvia, Lithuania, Tadjikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Estonia, and from some far abroad countries in which the ROC dioceses exist.
The sessions were preceded by the Divine Liturgy celebrated in the Cathedral of Christ the Saviour.
Under the Statute of the Russian Orthodox Church, His Holiness the Patriarch of Moscow and All Russia chairs the Bishops' Council.
The Presidium consists of the permanent members of the Holy Synod: Metropolitan Vladimir of Kiev and All Ukraine; Metropolitan Vladimir of St. Petersburg and Ladoga; Metropolitan Philaret of Minsk and Slutsk, Patriarchal Exarch of All Belarus; Metropolitan Juvenaly of Krutitsy and Kolomna; Metropolitan Vladimir of Kishinev and All Moldova; Metropolitan Varsonofiy of Saransk and Mordovia, Chancellor of the Moscow Patriarchate; Metropolitan Hilarion of Volokolamsk, Chairman of the Moscow Patriarchate' Department for External Church Relations; and Metropolitan Aleksandr of Astana and Kazakhstan and Metropolitan Vikentiy of Central Asia who were included as permanent members by the decision of the Holy Synod of 5 October 2011pending approval by the Bishops' Council.
Invited to the Presidium were Metropolitan Vladimir of Omsk and Tavricheskoye, Metropolitan Veniamin of Penza and Nizhniy Lomov, Archbishop Mark of Hust and Vinogradov, Archbishop Simon of Murmansk and Monchegorsk, and Bishop Savva of Tiraspol and Dubossary who take part in the winter session of the Synod.
Also, by the decision of the Holy Synod of 30 January 2013 (Minutes 8), invited to the Presidium were Metropolitan Daniel of Tokyo and All Japan, Metropolitan Hilarion of Eastern America and New York, Metropolitan Aleksandr of Riga and All Latvia and Metropolitan Korniliy of Tallinn and All Estonia due to the importance of participation of the autonomous and self-governing parts of the Moscow Patriarchate in the leadership of the Bishops' Council.
The Bishops' Council consists of the diocesan bishops and vicar bishops who head Synodal departments and theological academies or have canonical jurisdiction over parishes in their charge. Under the Statute of the Russian Orthodox Church, certain vicar bishops can attend the Bishops' Council's session without the right of casting vote.
Prayer service was celebrated before to the first plenary session. His Holiness Patriarch Kirill read an introductory prayer.
The4 participants submitted the rules of procedure, adopted the agenda and programme of the Council; approved credentials and drafting commissions and the counting board, and elected the Council's secretary.
His Holiness Patriarch Kirill of Moscow and All Russia will present a report on the life and activities of the Russian Orthodox Church.
The participants will consider five draft documents elaborated by the Inter-Council Presence.
On 30 January 2013, the Holy Synod resolved to present to the Bishops' Council draft Regulations for material and social support of priests, church workers and staff of religious organizations of the Russian Orthodox Church and of members of their families; and a draft of alterations and amendments to the Statute that should be introduced following the decisions of the Holy Synod taken in 2011-12 and in compliance with assignments given by the Bishops' Council of 2011. Also, members of the Council will discuss a draft regulation on the awards of the Russian Orthodox Church.
Greetings to the Council were sent by Russian President Vladimir Putin, Ukrainian President Viktor Yanukovich, Byelorussian President Alexander Lukashenko, and Moldavian Prime Minister Vladimir Filat.
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As the 2009 Super 14 kicks off today, weve got another video for you from a past tournament that featured some fantastic tries and close encounters.
The Crusaders began their dominance of the tournament in 1998 with their title victory, and continued that supremacy by winning the next two years, marking their impressive three year stint as the side to beat.
Ten years back, in 1999, they faced the Otago Highlanders in the final in Dunedin.
The Crusaders won 24-19 in a closely fought final, lifting their second Super 12 title.
In 2000 it was again the turn of the men in red from Canterbury, as they beat the Brumbies in another tight and tense final, with 20-19 being the score in the end.
This clip features a few more classic tries from the tournaments, with some of the big names featuring nicely. Look out for a young George Smith, nineteen years old at the time, scoring a neat try.
Enjoy, and heres looking forward to another classic season of Super 14 rugby.
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The Forensics of Blood in a Paranormal World
By MSW Guest Silver James
Once upon a time, before I left the real world to hide in the worlds of my imagination—and write about them—I was a technical investigator and forensic photographer. Y'all may be more familiar with the term CSI (Crime Scene Investigator). My job was all about the crime scene and evidence—in whatever form it took. I've investigated bombings, plane crashes, homicides, suicides, arsons and arson deaths, drug labs—just about every crime in the book, including a kidnapping.


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Monday, April 09, 2012
McCall's 5838
Trying to get a picture of Emily without a fake smile was difficult yesterday when I took these. But here she is, in all her princess glory, wearing the dress I sewed for Easter.
The pattern: McCall's 5838, size 6.
The fabric: cotton that has aged in my stash for upwards of 10 years. (Heather, do you remember the purple version I made you when you were about 12?)
This pattern runs big. The bodice is wide, and the straps are too long, in my opinion. Keep that in mind if you ever make this dress.
To make the dress work for Emily, I shortened the straps. The bodice is still big, but at least the dress is wearable.
The dress length was made to Emily's specifications...long. She told me she loves her new dress, and I can see her wearing it a lot this summer.
Trisha, you commented that you used this same pattern for Rachel's dress. I'd love to see your version! :)
Happy Sewing,
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I like it! Too bad it was too big. Did you take up the strap so that you can take it down again next year? :-)ReplyDelete
Love this dress, and it looks great on your daughter! I'm thinking the contrast band could be a smocked panel, too.ReplyDelete
I love it. Ahnalin wants me to buy that pattern for her. Thanks for the sizing tips because I will need them too. Happy Easter!ReplyDelete
It's very pretty! My daughter has growing room in her Easter dress too. :)ReplyDelete
I had the blue floral fabric in my stash a long time ago also, I think we made night gowns out of it. Very pretty dress, I love the pink with it.ReplyDelete
The dress is beautiful on her!ReplyDelete
Ruth, that is such a darling dress, beautiful job.ReplyDelete
- AnonymousApril 11, 2012
Love the top and the dress turned out so cute! I made the same pattern for my daughter this year and took out 4" of length from each strap - and the bodice was too wide as well (ended up stitching some clear elastic onto the gathered seam, it took up the extra). Even with the adjustments, the pattern is a keeper!ReplyDelete
- trishaApril 14, 2012
I need to take Rachel's apart and make the straps shorter by at least 2". I think I cut the longer size on the real material and used the smaller size on the muslin. Oops. Even though I did a muslin it's still a little big around in the bodice (did I goof again?). Since my girl is very tall (and skinny and very narrow in the shoulders) I added length to the skirt but I wished I would have added a little more. I just prefer the longer dresses. I'll look for the picture and email it to ya.ReplyDelete
I think it looks fabulous on your Emily! Good job
She's so cute. This blog is one of my favorite blogs. Thanks for sharing. Have a great day.ReplyDelete


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some shots of prentice at lunch
3 comments:
- Rachel said...
I love all the pics of everyone with their bikes! Do a lot of people commute in DC? It's inspiration for me to ditch the car more. Sigh. I actually have a commuter bike, who feels very neglected.
- 9/28/2006
- gwadzilla said...
DC is from my perspective not a bicycle friendly city in the terms of traffic
in accessibility it is very bicycle friendly
very easy to traverse the city and much of the surrounding areas via bicycle
there was not much planning
what few trails around the city work as wonderful ventricles feeding in
then once within the city
the bicycle rules the wasteland
- 9/28/2006
- gwadzilla said...
most of the people in the photos are messengers
as I work downtown
take most of my photos downtown
and well
the commuters are inside working
only riding in and riding out
- 9/28/2006
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The biggest happening in science this past week was the annual meeting of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS). AAAS is the world's largest scientific society, and John Timmer, Tim De Chant, and I braved the freezing cold of Chicago in February (and the total lack of WiFi or cellphone reception in the conference locations) to cover the goings-on there.
The conference program had much to interest you, the reader, featuring heavily in our top 10.
Sony teamed up with some academics and gave them 60TB of data from their popular MMO, Everquest 2. Encompassing the online adventures of over 400,000 players over four years, the huge repository of data has provided plenty for researchers to sink their teeth into, from social scientists looking at social networks to computer scientists learning to work with such massive data sets.
Staying in the realm of entertainment, AAAS featured a pair of workshops aimed at scientists looking to get involved with Hollywood. Featuring a panel of scientists who consult with film makers and TV shows, their central message was that Hollywood likes science just fine, as long as it doesn't get in the way of the storytelling.
Tim De Chant attended a session on synthetic life, where some very smart scientists discussed using RNA, DNA, and other biological molecules for artificial purposes. Jay Keasling, of UC Berkeley, described having to debug yeast and bacteria in a quest to engineer a microbe to produce artemisinin, a potent antimalarial that's currently all too rare and all too expensive. Christina Smolke of Stanford explained her research programming RNA for computing, getting one of the earliest building blocks of life to perform logic functions.
Away from AAAS, there were developments in the fight against pseudoscience, with the welcoming news that the US Vaccine Injury Compensation Program is finally paying attention to the science, finding that the claims of three families regarding a link between vaccination and their children's' autism could not be supported by the evidence. This is in stark contrast to a previous case, where VICP totally ignored overwhelming scientific and medical data in the case of Hanna Poling, drawing ire from all around.
Next up, a rumor began sweeping the Twitterverse, claiming (unfathomably) that magenta wasn't a color. Infinite Loop's own Chris Foresman crossed the aisle to explain that actually, magenta is just as much a color as all those other shades you didn't find in your crayon box as a child.
In other news this week:
- String theory might indeed be useful, even if it might not
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- Forget Internet2, Terabit Ethernet is on its way.
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If you're going to talk to Kevin Windham, come armed with a recorder. Small talk to him sounds like poetry to us. For example, when we called him to get some analysis of the Phoenix Supercross track for the 2013 Monster Energy Supercross program, we ended up drifting to a variety of other topics, each one loaded with insight. It got so good that we just kept recording and made it this week's Monday Conversation!
Racer X: Hey K-Dub I need to talk to you about the Phoenix SX for the program.
Kevin Windham: Oh yeah, Phoenix has been a good town for me, really. It wasn't as talked about like the transfers of today, but that was the first place I ever did a transfer. Great town, great energy there.
Whoa, whoa, the transfer started in Phoenix?
So do you actually remember what year it was?
Not sure, but I think it was '08.
You've been doing the transfers for that long? Four years?
Yeah! It hadn't caught on yet like it has now, but I remember that first one pretty well. If I saw the blueprints of each year's Phoenix track I could show you what year it was, and exactly what I did. But now I might have to find a way to tone these transfers down. The ones I've been doing recently, they're probably averaging 70 feet, so that's basically bigger than any obstacle on the track, and I'm doing it in the dark!
After a big crash a the Monster Energy Cup Windham took five weeks off.
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Yeah you've kind of set yourself into a bad position now.
It scared me when I wanted to talk to Feld about it one year and they said, "If you crash and get hurt in opening ceremonies, here is how we're going to handle it." They had to put a whole plan together to figure out what would happen if I got hurt! I figure you could just keep the lights turned off and no one would really see what was going on.
[Laughs] Was that first one in '08 pretty lame compared to what you're doing now?
In my head it was so gnarly but it was a joke compared to the ones I'm doing now!
Hey so how are you doing? Last time we saw you, you had a big crash at Monster Energy Cup.
I took five weeks off. I was kind of bummed with the level of the crash and the injuries I sustained from it. I've had crashes where I thought I should have just died, and I get up and everything is okay. Everyone knows why I'm out here at this point in my career, and when I go from a crash at Houston that takes me out for awhile, and then a crash at Vegas that takes me out again, everyone starts to wonder if I should still be doing this anymore. And I certainly understand that, and I've had to think about it myself. I've just got to find some consistency and keep it on two wheels. And in supercross, it seems like stuff can just happen at anytime. So I had to think about it quite a bit, and in the end, I realized the thing to do is not really overanalyze it.
How did you feel once you started riding again?
Once I got back on, I was happy with my cardio, because I've hooked up with a good group of guys back here at home to do some road bicycling. So I was good there. I felt good on the bike, so I don't think the time off really set me back or anything as far as how I will feel when the season begins.
How's the 2013 Honda? I know at Monster Cup you had just gotten on it, but you felt the transition would go smoothly.
The transition was great, which is good because I'm almost ready to go racing right now, and we still have time. Also, I ended up back near a '12 spec with the settings, and that usually doesn't happen when you have a new bike. It usually takes a long time to figure out where you need to be and what you want it to do. At this point in my career I wasn't looking forward to a whole new transition, so I'm happy the new bike felt so much like the other one. I look forward to that being the last of those transitions for my career. I don't anticipate the '14 being that much different!
K-Dub laying it flat at the GEICO Honda photoshoot.
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Okay, so through all this, the retire-after-2014-goal is still there.
The '14 goal is still there. When you get to a certain level of you career, everyone is saying, "Whenever you decide it's time to go, you can go." There are certain people on the team who are my bosses, but they're my friends, and they'll even say, "We're tired of seeing you hit the ground. Maybe you need to just stop the 2014 thing and just end it at 2012!" But I feel good, I still feel competitive, and I still feel I may have wins left in me. I really love what I'm doing so I don't want to stop. I tell the people around me there are basically three things I don't like with my career right now: First, new kids coming in and being fast, which could make me not competitive. Second is getting hurt. And then the third thing are those carts at the airport!
You know those carts, Weege. You're walking to your gate and they come charging up behind you, beeping the horn, and almost take you down. And half the time, they'll go flying past you just to stop short at the next gate, and then I'm almost running right into them! It's like they start needing to get out of the way of the walker.
[Laughs] And what I don't get is, what are the standards for getting in those things? I've seen the widest variety of people riding in those carts.
Right. Look, I understand someone who is elderly and will have a tough time getting to their gate on time. But nine times out of ten the guy getting a ride looks like a running back for the Saints.
[Laughs] And where do they stage those things? I've never seen the cart parking lot, or even a place where you can go sign up for one. They just seem to come out of nowhere in the middle of the hallway.
I think what it is, is when you're booking a flight, you need to check that box that says special needs. I think we have to start checking that and we can get a ride to the gate.
And I like that because I'm sure they don't even charge you for it. It's like free valet.
If I could figure out how to get on those carts I might be able to race until '16.
[Laughs] This is good stuff. Seriously how is the riding going?
I just got back from California where I got to ride with my GEICO Honda teammates. And even though they're on 250Fs, they are going fast. I'm happy where I'm at. Also, I got to ride with the 41, Trey Canard, and that was good. I feel good about my riding and where I stack up, I just need to be consistent and keep it on two wheels. But I have additional goals; it's not all about winning. I'm just building a legacy, and trying to enjoy this incredible journey I'm on. You get to the point where you want to give back to the fans, help make future fans, really just be good to the sport.
Windham still plans to race another two years.
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Well, yeah, we know your goals might be different than most others, but at the same time, you've maintained that you won't do this just to say you did it. You're not going to keep racing if all you can do is scratch out a top ten, or just make the main event.
Yeah, I am a racer. You have to stay competitive. And today, the difference between a win and a tenth, it could be something out of your control. When all the guys are on their game, it's tough, everyone is so close and pushing it so hard. But I'm not going to go out there and just be pumped to make the mains. I've seen riders push way past the point where they should be retired, and that's not a good place to be. If I get to that point, I'll know. By now, with my age, we're getting to the point where we are in uncharted waters, but luckily one of the only guys who has ever been there, as far as the number of main events, and the age, is Mike LaRocco, and he's the team manager over here right by my side. So I have some good guidance there. And I feel like I have something left. You know, at Monster Cup, the champion [Ryan Villopoto] crashed as well and basically had the same thing happen to him as happen to me. So it can happen to anyone. But everytime something bad happens to me, I start over thinking if I should be doing this anymore. It's weird too, I have a meeting today. I started doing some other stuff, some investments, and they're taking off. The plan was to really focus on these once the racing career ended, but they've just been growing almost out of control. I really don't have time for two jobs right now! We just opened our third Planet Fitness health club, and it looks like I'll be up to five soon. You know, throughout your life you end up seeing a lot of opportunities like that, and you pass a lot of them up and wonder why. Luckily I've been associated with some good people and this one worked out really well. But that makes me a pretty busy guy sometimes. I still need some time to keep focusing on this racing thing.
Okay then, we'll let you get back to it, Kevin. Always good talking to you.
Thanks, Weege.


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Police investigate UW-La Crosse student's death
Woman's body found Sunday night
ONALASKA, Wis. — Onalaska police are investigating the death of a University of Wisconsin-La Crosse student.
Police found Neala Frye's body in the area of 1st Avenue South near the railroad tracks in Onalaska on Sunday night.
Police said they're not sure how Frye, who graduated from Evansville High School in 2007, ended up in the marshy area where her body was found.
A bloodhound tracking dog led Onalaska police officers and officers from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources through heavy vegetation, which led to the railroad tracks where the scent was lost.
Frye's friends found some of her belongings near the railroad tracks and a search started about 3 p.m. Sunday. Frye's body was found about seven hours later.
"All up to it (finding her body), I was about as hopeful as can be. I was just hoping she was safe somewhere, and then as soon as that moment hit, it was like the ground just fell out beneath you," said roommate Tyler Zimbrowski.
Investigators said Frye, 23, left a nearby bar, the Spillway Pub, about 1:30 a.m. Sunday. She was doing promotional work there for a tanning salon she works at.
Police said Frye left with a co-worker but they went their separate ways.
Friends were concerned when Frye never came home and never made it to work.
Friends of the UW-La Crosse senior said they're devastated by her death.
"I miss her. I wish I was at the bar with her," said Shane Blair, a close friend.
Police said they don't suspect foul play at this point. Investigators said they believe alcohol and the cold weather may have contributed to Frye's death and their investigation is ongoing.
Friends said Frye was a very happy person who loved to laugh and smile.
Many of Frye's friends and family are gathering Monday night at UW-La Crosse for a vigil in her memory.


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What a Hanukka dessert table! Thank you Sarah Nuseiri for sharing your Hanukkah party with us!!! I especially love the Hanukka cake pops!!!
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I had the best time doing this dessert table! I think the highlight are my munchkin cake pops. I originally thought of making jelly donut cake pops, but didnt have the time. So I literally bought a dozen jelly donuts, chocolate and powdered munchkins from Dunkin Donuts, stuck them on a popsicle and added ribbon! Easiest thing ever,and adorable!! Shirley Mamiye Dana did the gorgeous Hannuka cookies and cupcakes. She's amazing! I think its more of a fun Hanukka table for kids to enjoy after lighting. There's lots of candies and chocolates, and the chocolate gelt streamers were also a fun idea. The mirrors are propped up on candles and it would be a cool effect if they were lit (I didn't want to ruin the tablecloth though). I wrote Happy Hannuka with dry erase marker. These could be used to personalize any event, either on the buffet , or even as initial place setting around the table. Sarah Nuseiri"
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- ChinkyGirLMeL said...
Awwww....so true. Sometimes a good deed can also be as simple as a smile. When I'm having a super tough day, a simple smile is all it takes to help me lighten up. =)
- October 6, 2011 at 11:58 PM
- tinajo said...
There´s definately a lot of love in baked goods..! I´m going to make vanilla buns this weekend, yum yum! :-)
Lovely pics! :-)
- October 7, 2011 at 12:16 AM
- Barbara von Enger said...
I love doing good deeds - they brighten everyones day. Have a nice weekend.xx
- October 7, 2011 at 12:25 AM
- Castles Crowns and Cottages said...
Oh sweet one,
Thank you for stopping by and leaving encouraging words. The only thing anyone of us can do is CHIP AWAY at our goals. I am learning that these things do not happen over night and the more obstacles you have then the more opportunities you have to build your art or poetry AROUND those things that you think may slow you down. Our current U.S. poet laureate, Philip Levine did just that. While working 9-5 in car factories in Detroit, he started to write his poetry about the common worker. His poetry today is now considered almost a genre of its own. So maybe there is hope for a teacher like me to find her wings....
AND AN ARTIST LIKE YOU AS WELL!!! Have a splendid day my sweet friend! Anita
- October 7, 2011 at 2:27 AM
- Fabrizia Spinelli said...
LOve this post about love, all red, many many oretty things!
Take a look at my blog, and if you like it, follow me, I'll be waiting for you!
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- October 7, 2011 at 4:06 AM
- amy b.s. said...
i love that love can be a pie. what a great thought.
- October 7, 2011 at 7:28 AM
- Roselie said...
The good can indeed be found in the details,we don't need lavish gestures,simple heartfelt ones will do. Nice reminder!
- October 7, 2011 at 8:52 AM
- THE ALTERNATIVE WIFE said...
Beautiful! Have a great weekend, sweetie. Oh and I just love the new look :) xoxo
- October 7, 2011 at 9:51 AM
- ellie said...
So inspiring.
- October 7, 2011 at 10:17 AM
- cb said...
i love that idea, kinda like karma! pass the love around and who doesn't love getting pies! hehe
- October 7, 2011 at 10:41 AM
- Martina said...
I think i have to bake something this weekend - with love! Happy saturday to you!
- October 7, 2011 at 12:52 PM
- Ramblings of a Redhead said...
How funny. I baked the family an apple pie w/ homemade carmel topping last night. Delish!!! And yes, it's a great way to say I LOVE YOU!!!
- October 7, 2011 at 1:51 PM
- mandyface said...
I would love anyone that made me pie. Lol I'm putting honing pie skills on my to do list.
- October 7, 2011 at 2:42 PM
- Sara C. said...
Thanks for the inspiration. Always in love with love...
Have a LOVELY weekend
Sara C.
- October 7, 2011 at 10:48 PM
- Sara C. said...
ps: i'm a new fellow reader ;D
- October 7, 2011 at 10:49 PM
- simply_KC said...
A lot of people like to focus on the bigger picture when it comes to love and relationships. I on the other hand paid close attention to the little things that make the now bigger picture wonderful.
Love is everything... and anything :)
x0x0 ♥simply_kc
- October 8, 2011 at 2:20 AM
- Marie said...
I agree!:D
Have a happy Sunday!:D
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- October 8, 2011 at 8:07 PM
- henning love said...
what a sweet post! and i love all the red items you posted, have a great weekend friend!!
- October 8, 2011 at 9:04 PM
This is so beautiful. It made me smile.
I'm glad your days are lovely. What kind of job will you get? I hope you get a new job. You'll do fine. You are always so positive.
I'm done with my exams. They went well. I went riding with Floyd on Thursday night. I think it is absolutely unfair that I like him so much! :) It's been only 4 months since we started going on dates. What shall I do if he asks me to be his gf?..I'll die in happiness.
- October 9, 2011 at 6:07 AM
- Gracey said...
This post made me smile :)
Thank you!
- October 9, 2011 at 6:41 AM
- Gracey said...
This post made me smile :)
Thank you!
- October 9, 2011 at 6:41 AM
- Bring Pretty Back said...
What a SWEET post!
Love it,
I made apple crisp tonight... does that count?? heehee!
Have a pretty day!
- October 9, 2011 at 5:01 PM
- Unknown said...
I totally agree sweetie!
p.s. I just tried your button link from my blog and it leads me elsewhere...can you have a look?
xo Reese
- October 10, 2011 at 7:40 AM
- this free bird said...
I love this post (no pun intended), owe you an email, and now want berry pie. It's gonna be a long day trying to avoid that last one!
- October 10, 2011 at 10:14 AM
- Diana Mieczan said...
So true and that pie looks totally delicious:) YUM! Happy Monday, darling.
- October 10, 2011 at 10:19 AM
- The Many Colours of Happiness said...
I love this! Even something as small as that can make such a difference :)
- October 10, 2011 at 5:32 PM
- k said...
this is a sweet post :)
- October 11, 2011 at 4:33 AM
- georgia ~ gi gi said...
Good morning Poppie Girl :)
I do hope your week is off to a great start!
Oh, I love this post! Always wonderful images paired with your sincere words.
Yes, if we could all SHOW love daily that would be divine!
Oooo I want a pie, lol!
I need to get on making a pumpkin pie. I did make pumpkin pancakes last night. They were so good. I put carmel and pecans on the top :)
Lots of love
gi gi
- October 11, 2011 at 6:12 AM
- Annie said...
"be love" - LOVE that :) and I love love love the new look of your blog, Shawna!! AWESOMENESS!
- October 11, 2011 at 12:13 PM
- thingsIlove said...
- October 11, 2011 at 12:18 PM
- Diana said...
So sweet and always making me smile and giving me a happy feeling!! <3 LOVE!! I hope you are having a beautiful week <3
- October 11, 2011 at 1:29 PM
- Gorgeous Glam said...
Lovely! And btw- loving your new layout! Looks fab ;)
- October 11, 2011 at 2:02 PM
- Unknown said...
Thats lovely & it makes me think & reflect on things sometimes its the little things you do that mean the whole world to someone else just because youhahve been kind
- October 11, 2011 at 2:31 PM
- HOGGER + Co. said...
Or love could be NOT baking someone a pie; if you're like me and aren't very good at pies haha :)
Great post; beautiful images.
- October 12, 2011 at 10:13 AM
- StephieB said...
How I love that last image - such gorgeous colours all together. Such a lovely message too. For me, nothing says love more than a surprise cupcake - except maybe if it is accompanied by a glass of bubbles?!
Hugs, Stephie x
- October 13, 2011 at 2:32 AM
- elena nuez said...
I looooooove this post!!!
- October 13, 2011 at 8:22 AM
- DolceDreams said...
I love your new header! And what a fabulous idea here, although I am much better with cookies than pies! :)
Have a great weekend ~
p.s. i have a giveaway on until Sunday night if you have a chance to stop by !
- October 13, 2011 at 12:34 PM
- Amanda said...
love is definetly baking for someone! :) makes me excited for valentine's day.
- October 13, 2011 at 1:22 PM
- Punctuation Mark said...
this a beautiful post and very much needed thesemdays... have a great weekend!
- October 14, 2011 at 9:17 PM
- simply_KC said...
That's what I kept telling my friends. Love is in the littlest of things, that eventually becomes an essential part of the big picture. And let's not forget they often make anyone smile.
♥ x0x0
- November 7, 2011 at 9:34 PM


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Bangor, ME -- The Animal Welfare Institute (AWI) and the Wildlife Alliance of Maine (WAM) sent a letter of intent to sue Maine Department of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife (DIFW) Commissioner Roland D. Martin today to compel the agency to comply with federal law and take immediate action to protect Canada lynx from deadly traps. The letter, which was also sent to Governor Baldacci and Attorney General Steven Rowe, reveals that at least 8 Canada Lynx a species listed as threatened under the Endangered Species Act - were caught in traps set for other species in a one month time period between October 15, 2007 and November 13, 2007.
"The state has failed to protect Canada lynx from indiscriminate traps and is therefore in violation of the Endangered Species Act every time a lynx gets caught," said Camilla Fox, Wildlife Consultant for AWI. "With eight lynx trapped in just 29 days, this means that on average at least one lynx is trapped every four days during the trapping season," said Fox. "And that's just the reported number."
A similar lawsuit filed by the Animal Protection Institute last year led to a consent decree settlement with the state that required DIFW to restrict certain traps in specific regions inhabited by lynx. "Unfortunately those restrictions were woefully inadequate," said Daryl DeJoy, Founding Executive Director of WAM. "More lynx have been trapped after the settlement was implemented than in previous years so we will be forced to go to court if DIFW fails to take immediate action to better protect lynx from non-selective traps."
The state has attempted to obtain an incidental take permit from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) which would remove the legal burden from the state if trappers incidentally trap lynx and would require the state to implement protective measures to minimize and mitigate lynx trapping. However, three drafts have been rejected by the FWS to date and each time the federal agency has told DIFW that it must do better to protect lynx from traps set for other furbearers.
Maine's resident lynx population is estimated at only 200-500 individuals. However, the FWS has stated that the population may be in decline and snow shoe hare populations- the main source of prey for lynx - are in severe decline. "It is biologically reckless for the DIFW to continue to allow trappers to use traps that pose a danger to lynx at a time when lynx populations and their main source of prey are likely in decline," said Fox.
Media Contacts:
Camilla Fox, AWI, (415) 690-0338 (mobile) / (415) 945-3232 (office)
Daryl DeJoy, Wildlife Alliance of Maine, (207) 299-2291 (mobile) / (207) 941-9453 (office)
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The Animal Welfare Institute is a non-profit charitable organization founded in 1951 to reduce the sum total of pain and fear inflicted on animals by humans. More information is available at http://www.awionline.org/.
The Wildlife Alliance of Maine is a non-profit organization dedicating to advocating on behalf of Maine's wildlife and to promoting a conservation ethic that represents non-consumptive wildlife users.More information is available at http://www.wildlifealliancemaine.org/.


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Vibrating, ball-toting devices that are meant to be used on your back are wonderful for relieving aches and pains. But they require an extra accessory that doesn't come in the packaging: a second person to roll them around on your back. Not so if you buy the above Ergonomical Back Massager. It features a long, curved handle that allows you to keep your hands at waist level while rolling a plastic ball around on your own back. An oscillating motor provides vibrations in the 4,500 to 5,500-rpm range, while one of three interchangeable heads make for different types of massage: "[There's] a "point" [head] for precise trigger point release, [a] "knuckle" [head] for multiple knots in the same area, and a "palm" [head] to help promote circulation."
Scratching, or rather, massaging your own back isn't exactly the cheapest of options, at $100. But it's perhaps a small price to pay for someone with a knotted dorsal area, and no one around to smoothe those knots out.
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One small stone—most likely a child—caught my eye with its strong symbolism: wilted flowers. This particular carving is unique among those I have seen in Delaware County.
But I could not read the name. Was it VOGL?
When I got home, I tried adjusting the exposure and shadows with iPhoto, but that did not help. So I enlarged the photo and stared at it, playing a graveyard version of Wheel of Fortune:
infant son of __emi__h__
Laura Gill__w____
Knowing that this cemetery is well documented on FindAGrave.com, I headed there first to search for last names beginning with Gill.
Bingo! Make that infant son of Jeremiah (Gillis). But there is no Laura listed. Nor is there an infant son with a name that fits.
Next stop, Delaware County Genealogical Society. The DCGS online cemetery records never let me down. There I found James Hoge Gilles, son of Jeremiah Gilles. (Date of death consistent with style and apparent age of gravestone.) But again, no Laura.
|from Delaware County Genealogical Society online cemetery records
Census images from Ancestry.com showed Jeremiah married to an Emeline in 1850. Emeline Gillis, buried in Liberty Church Cemetery, died in 1854.
Laura, where are you?
Eventually I found a probable Laura in Families of Ancient New Haven via Ancestry.com. She was born Laura Thompson and married Jeremiah Gillis in 1830. She died in 1831. I have not yet learned where she is buried.
|from Families of Ancient New Haven, via Ancestry.com
Rock solid evidence? Of course not, but at least it all fits the puzzle of the hard-to-read partial inscription on the wilted flowers marker. That is good enough for now.
Memory of
infant son of Jeremiah &
Laura Gillis who died_______


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Spice up your Superbowl TV Tour of California Feb. 4-6
- "REO Speedwagon,authentic Mexican recipes,culinary vacation,IMUSA,James Cameron,Kevin Cronin,KTLA,Mexican food,Modelo Especial,super bowl,super bowl recipes,Tepoztlan,View from the Bay
- Jan 21, 2010
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I have to admit. I enjoy the live television appearances. They are fun and unpredictable. The backstage is always busy with stars, production staff, and on-air people running around. The first time I appeared on KTLA, there was a big breaking news story (a shooting in a synagogue) that took control of the show with live reports from the scene. I was up and down all morning getting ready for a teaser for the segment. The LA mayor made a late press conference that caused my segment to be bumped. I thought Robb was going to die. Poor guy, he collectively takes on all our stress. We had a plane to catch at 1 so we filmed a segment as if I were in the studio the following day. After such a crazy morning, it is hard to snap to attention after 4 hours but within the first few seconds I caught my second wind. Live TV is fun.
KTLA asked me to come back to do a segment on the Posadas which we did in December. This time I knew what to expect and came prepared. The environment in the studio is hectic but informal at the same time. As I was setting up my display, a guy with sunglasses and a leather jacket asked me what I was doing. I have to admit in that moment I had no idea who he was but we exchanged pleasantries and I proceeded answer his questions about the Posadas and La Villa Bonita. I was told later by Robb that this was Kevin Cronin of REO Speedwagon who was promoting his new Christmas album. They were backstage warming up with their guitars. I have to admit, I can be a little clueless about US pop references but my husband serenaded me with his a capella version of "I Can't Stop This Feelin' Anymore" and I figured it out. Just then a swarm of people came in on their way to the studio and in the middle was James Cameron. Yes, Robb had to tell me who this was as well, but that is what makes him such a good partner, trip planner, executive assistant, sleazy agent, and "chief bottle washer" (American sayings are such fun! Really, bottle washing?) . James Cameron gave his interview and left with his herd of suited people with clipboards. Robb tried to pitch him on the idea that the "Ana Garcia" avatar would have been a great addition (this part is not true). If have to admit, the craziness of this environment is fun.
This time around we are doing a real California tour with Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego. Everyone does somewhat Mexican-inspired super bowl dishes so I thought it would be a good idea to offer a segment on authentic Mexican dishes for your Superbowl party. With a wide array of IMUSA products, I will make a fabulous Guacamole Chinelo with fruit, home made totopos, a black bean, chipotle and chorizo dip, golden taquitos filled with potato and parsley, micheladas with Modelo Especial, and a drunken salsa. Click for all the Spice up your Superbowl Recipes.
If you are not in one of these cities, you can still watch the show online either with a live feed as is the case with the San Francisco show at 3 PST on there website or you can watch a pre-recorded stream from the same site. Here is the schedule for the appearances:
- February 4th, KTLA's Morning News at 9. Two Hall-Of-Fame Football Players are supposed to help me here during the segment. Robb will once again have to give me context as to who they are and I am not even sure that will help. It has not been confirmed yet if they will be donning those "stretchy pants" that football players like so much.
- February 5th, ABC7 The View from the Bay in San Francisco (3:00 pm PST). This show is going to be a lot of fun because it has a live audience. The show is hosted by Spencer Christian of "Good Morning America" fame and Janelle Wang. Thanks to Betsy Cordes for the introduction here! Wish I could stay longer in San Francisco because I love the food scene there but we are off to San Diego right after the show. By the way, if you want to be a part of the live audience you can do so by calling (415)-954-7733.
- February 6th, KUSI's Good Morning San Diego (9:00 am PST). Sorry Chargers fans. We were hoping that they would have advanced farther. Better luck next year. I will still try to give you a tasty super bowl party with these dishes.
So, I hope you watch the segments or better yet if you can be in the audience for the View from the Bay that would be great. You can heckle me . . . Okay. No, don't heckle me.
Peace, Love and Good Food
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Too Good to Leave, Too Bad to Stay
To make up or break up? Whether you're just getting serious or have a long-term commitment, no other question causes so much heartache and self-doubt. Many other books tell you how to fix your relationship. This groundbreaking best seller is the first one to help you choose whether you should try—or you need to go.
Psychotherapist Mira Kirshenbaum draws on years of research and her work with real-life couples to help you make the right decision. She shows you how to diagnose your unique situation with self-analysis and questions like these, which get to the very heart of your problems:
Mira Kirshenbaum provides expert guidelines that are the key to making all your choices, concrete steps that you can implement right now, and the ultimate way to determine your personal bottom line—what you need to be happy. This remarkably insightful and probing guide offers advice that lets you see the truth about your relationship—and with wisdom and compassion, it helps you act with the confidence of knowing that, whether you decide to go or stay, you are doing the very best thing.
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- Danielle
- 26/09/2011
This book is so amazing, really made me see clear about my relationship. I realised that yes we did have some issues that definitely needed to be addressed but that in the end, my relationship was 'too good to leave' and that it was definitely worth fighting for. We have now been seeing a relationship counsellor and are happier than ever! Thank you :):):)
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- Cynthia
- 30/06/2010
Excellent Book!
Well written and the reader was perfect... I listened to this book 3 times over. I highly recommend it.
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- Nadia
- 07/06/2010
Gives you much to think about
The best part of this book is that it gives you concrete questions that help you examine specific aspects of your relationship. The author is honest about there being no specific signs that point to a clear and definitive need to leave or stay. Rather, she gives listeners the percentages of ppl who, given their responses for the questions, were happy leaving (or unhappy staying).
This isn't for those who are looking for someone to give them the answer. But it is for those are willing to put their emotional energy into rethinking their relationships and making practical decisions that will either end them or revive them.
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- Cathy Morison
- 07/08/2011
Hit the mark
Right from the get-go, this book hits the mark. I felt it delivered what it promised, and for me it was a case of 'right book, right time'. It is very easy to listen to. I would highly recommend it for those in 'relationship ambivalence'. It promises clarity, and delivers. The rest is up to you.
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- Kim
- 26/01/2012
I enjoyed this book because it did not try and tell me what to do. It just gave me things to think about, and put some things in perspective. It is a good way to get out of the vicious cycle of thinking too much, because it sets a path for you to find your own answers. Just because you're ambivalent doesn't necessarily mean that things are bad OR good. It just means you need some clarity, and I think the author's questions are a good starting point for that clarity.
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- Michelle
- 19/12/2011
Helped me decide whether to leave my husband
What did you love best about Too Good to Leave, Too Bad to Stay?
I loved the question format of hte book as the author takes you through 30+ areas to examine in your relationship. It ended the going round and round in circles of guilt at wanting to leave, and fear of not wanting to leave.
What was one of the most memorable moments of Too Good to Leave, Too Bad to Stay?
The realisation that I had mostly negative answers to the 30+ questions posed, and that I was staying out of guilt/fear and not love.
Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
No - it requires a digestion question by question
Any additional comments?
A must read for anyone who has any doubts about their relationship. It is such a relief to get clarity on whether it works or not!
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- Stephen
- 20/08/2010
Big help for clarifying marriage health.
This book really spelled out all the avenues that needed to be addressed, and where my wife and I stood on the issues.
It confirmed my concerns and put me at ease. Took away the guilt. One small problem. I'm still married! Still in limbo, but now I know I need to take action and move on with my life. According to the book, there is no question that my marriage needs to end. The biggest and clearest area for me was "off the tableitus". My wife has had it for 14 years! A must read if you are on the fence. Just follow through once you have the answers from the book. Easier said then done.
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- Dean Richards
- 17/12/2011
If You Want to Reach a Decision....
Where does Too Good to Leave, Too Bad to Stay rank among all the audiobooks you???ve listened to so far?
An avid Audible listener, Too Good is among the five best listens so far. Clear and step by step, good structure but not too much, the book is a great relationship guide about what is and isn't important for each relationship and how to determine one's own position..
What other book might you compare Too Good to Leave, Too Bad to Stay to and why?
A reasonable comparison might be Outliers, not because they have similar content, but more because they both present what might be controversial information in a most useful and helpful way. I was left pondering both for weeks afterward.
What insight do you think you???ll apply from Too Good to Leave, Too Bad to Stay?
For any relationship, the book gives practical steps to follow for determination about whether or not to stay in a relationship.
Any additional comments?
I'd recommend this as a great guide for anyone wondering if they should stay or go .
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- Clare
- 04/08/2015
Amazing insight in to relationships. I related to 90% of things talked about. Make sure you have a pen and paper ready as I am now going to by the hard copy and highlight sections. Enjoy your new future with or without your current partner.
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- Angela
- 04/07/2011
Information good, but voice does not match content
I wanted to 'hear' the 'councillor', the narrator is just not playing the part. The information is good but I find my mind wondering off...I will probably get the book from the library.
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Among the most intriguing career choices for business people is to become small business brokers. Many people who have burned out or retired from a corporate or even a small business position are attracted to this field because of its many benefits.
But does the reality match the myths about this work? Here's a frank look into some of the popular claims about the profession.
1. Make a six figure income your first year.
Actually that's true. Of course the six figures include all the numbers on both sides of the decimal point.
Sure there are small business brokers making $100k plus. Most likely they've been at it awhile. They have proven to the genie who sits on the bag with all the gold that they're worthy of abundant rewards for mastering the many trials put in their way. Those include, for example, the "clients" who can't or won't perform as promised, and the trolls who climb out from under the bridge so they can kill deals.
2. Have complete control over the way you spend your time.
What a privilege to be able to call your day your own, with no one to tell you what to do. Unfortunately it's not the full day, just those few hours between the 11:00 o'clock nightly news and the rooster's announcement at dawn.
Guess when that "can't miss" session with the landlord is going to happen – the very day you had planned to start the vacation trip you've long promised your family.
Prospective small business brokers eagerly anticipating the chance to get out on the golf course in the middle of the day don't know about the owners who will require hours-long meetings about their possible interest in selling out. And there are buyers who somehow get in the mood to make offers only during those holiday weekends when everyone else is at home greeting relatives and firing up the barbecue.
3. The opportunity of working with smart and successful associates.
This is very appealing to the would-be business broker who's spent years in the workforce dealing with dumbbells and with co-workers so slow that a sloth looks ambitious by comparison.
There are bright, energetic and professional small business brokers who get things done. But don't expect them to want to do those things with you. And you may be justified in complaining that they're greedy and rude.
Then, when you've been in the business for a while, have some good listings, motivated and qualified buyers and a solid reputation, you'll be accused of the same things. You may switch from the "for" side to the "against" side of the "cooperation" debate the first time you find out your seller's confidential information is circulating on twitter, and discover the other broker's buyer doesn't understand the meaning of the confidentiality agreement. Or when you get a letter from an attorney asking you to reimburse a buyer or seller for their losses – losses caused by misrepresentations and promises that came from the other broker you agreed to work with.
4. The chance to do meaningful work that really helps people.
There will be times when a seller or buyer will actually say "thank you." And you'll feel good about having given the client smart advice and negotiating well on his or her behalf.
Just hope there are enough of those satisfying moments to balance out the frustrations and disappointments caused by those who stand you up, lie to you, change their minds and kill your deals.
So, while there are substantial joys and benefits for those working as small business brokers, it takes guts, determination and perseverance to make the career really yield those rewards. And it's a good idea, when starting out on this adventure, to have a year's living expenses in the bank.


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Catalyst Proposes 25% Women on FP500 Boards by 2017 Français
Mar 08, 2012, 00:01 ET
Corporate Canada's leaders urge support for Catalyst Accord and pledge to overall goal
TORONTO, March 8, 2012 /CNW/ - In a bold move that could transform the composition of Canada's corporate boardrooms, Catalyst issues a call to action for Canadian corporations to increase the overall proportion of FP500 board seats held by women to 25 percent by 2017. Catalyst is initially supported in this initiative by RBC and Linamar Corporation, who have signed the Catalyst Accord.
The Catalyst Accord calls for participating companies to pledge to the agreed objective and submit interim goals to Catalyst, which will be kept confidential. To challenge the assumption that qualified women can't be found and act on Catalyst research that shows the positive impact of sponsorship on women's advancement, members of the Catalyst Canada Advisory Board will provide participating companies with a roster of board-ready women who they personally sponsor.
"The Catalyst Accord is more than a call to action — it closes the loop. At its core, it shows a highly focused commitment to increasing board diversity on the part of corporate Canada and it provides the tools to create that change," said Deborah Gillis, Senior Vice President, Membership & Global Operations, Catalyst. "Not only can corporate Canada address this challenge, as other countries have done, but it can also demonstrate how much it prizes diversity — and smart business practices — by exercising leadership on this issue."
The Catalyst Accord was created in response to the 2011 Catalyst Census: Financial Post 500 Women Board Directors, just released, which shows that the proportion of women on Canadian boards rose only half a percentage point between 2009 and 2011. Women currently hold just 14.5 percent of board seats in FP500 companies, and 10.3 percent in public companies, the report revealed. Additionally, nearly 40 percent of FP500 companies and over 46 percent of public FP500 companies have zero women serving on their boards.
"Increasing women on boards is good for business—simply put, it's the smart thing to do," said RBC President and CEO Gord Nixon. "RBC has five women on its board and I've seen firsthand how their skills, experiences, and perspectives enhance boardroom discussion, deliberation, and ultimately business results. We've seen how focus and a shared commitment to recruiting women with the right skills can drive positive change."
"Linamar Corporation is dedicated to having a diverse workforce and enjoying the many benefits and strategic balance of such. We believe that we should target proportionate representation of our workforce at every level. That means ensuring the same levels of representation of women at every level of management in the company as we see women represented overall within our company. That level of representation should extend all the way to our Board of Directors," said Linda S. Hasenfratz, CEO and Director, Linamar Corporation.
In addition to providing a list of board-ready women candidates, distributed upon request to the boards of companies that sign the Accord, Catalyst has committed to:
- Continue publishing its biennial Catalyst Census: Financial Post 500 Women Board Directors, which identifies companies with 25 percent or more women board directors (as well as those with zero women).
- Maintain a rolling list of participating companies on its website.
- Recognize a champion of board diversity at The Catalyst Canada Honours on November 5, 2012, and annually thereafter.
- Work with corporate search firms to develop a voluntary code of conduct for efforts to recruit qualified women.
- Marshall the support of other organizations interested in increasing gender diversity on corporate boards.
"If every FP500 company commits to filling a vacant board seat with one qualified woman, we can easily achieve at least 25 percent representation by 2017," said Ms. Gillis. "Given the strong business case supporting gender diversity on corporate boards and the global trend to advance women to corporate boardrooms, we are confident that Canadian companies will harness the power of talented women leaders and seize this opportunity to lead and win."
ABOUT CATALYST Founded in 1962, Catalyst is the leading nonprofit membership organization expanding opportunities for women and business. With offices in the United States, Canada, Europe, and India, and more than 500 preeminent corporations as members, Catalyst is the trusted resource for research, information, and advice about women at work. Catalyst annually honors exemplary organizational initiatives that promote women's advancement with the Catalyst Award.
For further information:
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Folio Weekly is a finalist in two categories of the Association of Alternative Newsmedia (AAN) awards announced May 22.
In column writing for publlications with less than 50,000 circulation, Editor Denise M. Reagan was selected as one of three finalists for three Editor's Notes submissions:
In cover design for the less than 50,000 circulation category, Chad Smith, Walter Coker and Reagan were selected as finalists for three pages (see photos above):
Every year, AAN honors reporters, artists, columnists, photographers, web producers, editorial assistants, creative directors, designers and editors of the alternative news industry. The finalists were selected by judges at the E.W. Scripps School of Journalism at Ohio Universit as the most outstanding from a field of more than 900 entries submitted by alternative publications across the U.S. and Canada.
The winners will be announced during a July 13 reception at the AAN Annual Convention in Miami.


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Dinner Tonight: Pork Chops with 'Magic Dust' Recipe
Your source for quick recipe every single week day.
If you're done much research in the realm of barbecue, you may have come across a spice mixture, credited to the great barbecue pitmaster Mike Mills, known as "magic dust." It is a marvelous, intoxicating mix of spices that can be used as a dry rub not only on a rack of ribs for smoking, but just about any cut of meat (or even sprinkled over vegetables), making it a handy mix to have around at all times. I always make up a big batch and use it regularly, which is how I found myself with a gorgeous, marbled, thick-cut pork chop and the inspiration for an easy way to dress it up.
The main flavors in Magic Dust are cumin and mustard powder, which give it the pungency and unique spiciness it's famous for (the cayenne, chili powder, and black pepper help, too). A little sugar ensures extra caramelization, and paprika brings the deep red color. If you have time, rub this on the pork chops in the morning to really infuse the flavor; but if you're rushed (like I was) you'll still be amazed at the depth of flavor this provides. It's famous for a reason.
- Yield:serves 4
- Active time: 10 minutes
- Total time:20 minutes
- Rated:
- For the magic dust (makes 2 cups):
- 1/2 cup paprika
- 1/4 cup kosher salt
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons mustard powder
- 1/4 cup chile powder
- 1/4 cup ground cumin
- 2 tablespoons ground black pepper
- 1/4 cup granulated garlic
- 2 tablespoons cayenne (or less to taste)
- For the pork chops
- 4 thick-cut pork rib chops
- 1/2 cup magic dust (recipe above)
- 1 tablespoon canola oil
Combine the spices for magic dust in a sealable container and shake to combine and distribute. Rub 1/2 cup of the magic dust into all sides of the pork chops, and set aside.
Prepare a grill to medium heat, or heat a ridged grill pan over medium heat. Using a paper towel and tongs, spread the canola oil over the grill grates or grill pan to prevent sticking.
Grill the pork chops until well-caramelized on all sides and done to your liking, 3-5 minutes per side for medium, depending on thickness. Allow to rest for 3-5 minutes before serving.
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Happy Birthday Eldest Love,
You are a delight to this home.
My days are sweet with you alongside me. You are my right-hand gal- my "go to". Always eager to help, serve, love. It is pure joy to watch you with your sisters and how you dote over them so proud and grown-up.
Kaylyn, your brain is filled with creativity. Your need to create always keeps me on my toes- and sometimes wears me out because I can't keep up.
Yesterday, you brought me a man made out of leaves.
Your speech in Classical Conversations a few weeks ago was about what you want to do when you grow up. Your answer: a seamstress who made modest "stylish" clothing.
And what 2 1/2 year old knows what the color "magenta" or "chartreuse" is???? You my dear.
In watching your little life, I'm reminded of the gifts that God lavishly gives us to serve His kingdom and for His glory. I pray it's all used for His glory and His alone.
You wake up eager to create and inspire and want the biggest and best thing that the day holds for us.
Lovey, you are full of surprises! You love to give gifts to people that you specifically create for them. It's one of your favorite things to do.
You are also our little joker around here. You love to laugh and tell jokes. You are learning the art of telling a joke. And another favorite thing of yours is to play practical jokes on people.....good ones, not gross ones.
Our firstborn, you came into this world glowing.....literally. We battled jaundice for 2 weeks and had a billirubin light in our living room the whole duration of that 2 weeks. You were our little glow worm. I always knew you had the gift of "lighting up a room".
Kaylyn, you are a blessing to this family. We love you beyond words.
Father, give Kaylyn the Spirit of wisdom and revelation, and the knowledge of You. That the eyes of her heart be enlightened that she will know the hope to which you have called her, the riches of Your glorious inheritance in the saints and His Incomparably great power for us who believe.
(Ephesians 1:17-19)
And just for fun, here are some things I found on my camera yesterday as I was loading pics. A few weeks ago you had a fashion show and wanted me to photograph you.
And then these were extra special because I discovered that you had a photoshoot of your own with your stuffed dog "Flower". So funny! Again, you are FULL of surprises. AND apparently you know how to set the timer on my camera too. Could you show your momma this trick???
I love you sweet girl!
Tuesday, April 26, 2011
Happy Birthday Eldest LoveCategory: Kaylyn
Author: 5 Chicks and a Farmer
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KANSAS CITY, KS - In front of a sell-out crowd at Sporting Park, Vancouver Whitecaps FC (7W-5L-5D) fought hard for a win, but came out with a 1-1 draw against Sporting Kansas City (7W-5L-6D) on Wednesday.
Highlights: Sporting KC 1 - 1 Whitecaps FC
A first-half goal from Aurelien Collin gave the home side the lead, but an inch-perfect free kick from Camilo to end the first half allowed the 'Caps to grind out another point on the road.
Head coach Martin Rennie made two changes from his starting lineup in last Saturday's 1-0 win against DC United, with Brad Rusin and Corey Hertzog slotting in for Carlyle Mitchell and Russell Teibert, who are both away on international duty.
Just five minutes in, Sporting Kansas City midfield maestro Graham Zusi had the first chance of the match as his left-footed shot was stopped by a sprawling 'Caps goalkeeper Brad Knighton.
Nine minutes into the match, Nigel Reo-Coker, playing right back, intercepted a pass in midfield and stepped up for a shot, but it bent wide of the right post.
One minute later, Zusi sprung Kei Kamara, who blazed down the left side of the field, but before he could release a shot, Rusin slid into block his attempt.
In the 16th minute, the home side had another chance when Zusi passed the ball Kamara, who crossed the ball to Claudio Bieler, but the Argentine striker's sliding effort flew harmlessly wide.
On 24 minutes, SKC continued their offensive push as Oriol Rosell received the ball off of Zusi's corner kick and unleashed a swerving shot, but the ball was stopped by Knighton. The rebound landed at the feet of Soony Saad, but the young American striker tapped the ball to the side of the net.
In the 35th minute, Frenchman Collin gave his team the lead after cross from Rosell was headed down to him by Chance Myers. His first shot was blocked by Honduran international Johnny Leveron, but his second shot found the back of the net to give Sporting KC the 1-0 lead.
The 'Caps though, would not go into the break down a goal. On the last play before the break, Camilo continued his magnificent form as he equalized on a beautiful free kick from 20 yards out that found the top half of the net. It was a crucial goal that left the match on level terms going into the second half.
Vancouver came out with attacking intent after the midway mark. On 51 minutes, the 'Caps nearly took the lead as Kenny Miller controlled the ball nicely and crossed the ball to Camilo. The ball then popped out to Matt Watson for a shot, but it sailed high.
After some back and forth play in the middle of the park, Sporting KC had their own chance to take the lead on 60 minutes, when a corner kick taken by Zusi again found Kamara but his open header went over the top of the crossbar.
On 75 minutes, the home side had a key opportunity when Zusi found a bit of space around the top of the box, but his shot hit the right post and was cleared into safety.
As both sides pressed for the winner in the final 15 minutes, the central defensive pairing of Rusin and Leveron - together for the first time - did well to clear a multitude of chances.
The final minutes made for a tense end to the match. With just over a minute left in added time, Kamara fired a screamer from outside the box, but the ball flew wide. A minute later, Rusin again came up with a block, this time on Zusi in the box. Shortly after, the final whistle blew and gave extended Vancouver's run to four straight matches undefeated.
After the match head coach Martin Rennie reflected on his team's recent run.
"In recent games we have been a lot more forward thinking and a lot more dominant in the opposition's half," said Rennie. "We have had players scoring goals and we are doing a good job putting them in positions to get chances and again, tonight, we did that. I just think the team is rolling in belief, but I also think earlier in the season we were playing well and not getting the results we deserved. But the players realized we are a good team and we have a good chance against anybody."
Next up, the Blue and White return home to host Cascadia arch-rivals Seattle Sounders FC this Saturday, July 6, at BC Place. Kickoff is scheduled for 8 p.m. PT and will be live on TSN and TEAM 1410.
Budweiser Man of the Match: Johnny Leveron
Referee: Ricardo Salazar
Attendance: 20,137
Scoring Summary:
35' - KC - Aurelien Collin
45' - VAN - Camilo Sanvezzo
Match Stats
Shots: Kansas City 25 – Vancouver 10
Shots on Goal: Kansas City 3 – Vancouver 2
Saves: Kansas City 1 – Vancouver 2
Fouls: Kansas City 13 – Vancouver 10
Offsides: Kansas City 1 – Vancouver 2
Corners: Kansas City 7 – Vancouver 3
46' - VAN - Camilo Sanvezzo
68' - KC - Aurelien Collin
Sporting Kansas City
1.Jimmy Nielsen (C); 7.Chance Myers, 78.Aurelien Collin, 5.Matt Besler, 4.Kevin Ellis (31.Josh Gardner 86'); 13.Lawrence Olum (10.Benny Feilhaber 53'), 20.Oriol Rosell, 8.Graham Zusi; 23.Kei Kamara, 16.Claudio Bieler (14.Dominic Dwyer 57'), 22.Soony Saad
Substitutes not used: 18.Eric Kronberg, 3.Ike Opara, 9.Teal Bunbury, 37.Jacob Peterson,
Vancouver Whitecaps FC
18.Brad Knighton; 13.Nigel Reo-Coker, 3.Brad Rusin, 16.Johnny Leveron, 2.Jordan Harvey; 14.Daigo Kobayashi, 27.Jun Marques Davidson, 8.Matt Watson (28.Gershon Koffie 63'); 26.Corey Hertzog (29.Tommy Heinemann 82'), 7.Camilo Sanvezzo, 9.Kenny Miller (C)
Substitutes not used: 1.Joe Cannon, 11.Darren Mattocks, 23.Kekuta Manneh, 32.Greg Klazura


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UNITED NATIONS (Reuters) - The U.N. Security Council on Tuesday unanimously condemned North Korea's December rocket launch and expanded existing U.N. sanctions, eliciting a vow from Pyongyang to boost the North's military and nuclear capabilities.
Even though the resolution approved by the 15-nation council does not impose new sanctions on Pyongyang, diplomats said Beijing's support for it was a significant diplomatic blow to Pyongyang.
The resolution said the council "deplores the violations" by North Korea of its previous resolutions, which banned Pyongyang from conducting further ballistic missile and nuclear tests and from importing materials and technology for these programs.
It also said the council "expresses its determination to take significant action in the event of a further DPRK (North Korean) launch or nuclear test."
North Korea reacted quickly, saying it would hold no more talks on the de-nuclearization of the Korean peninsula and would boost its military and nuclear capabilities.
"We will take measures to boost and strengthen our defensive military power including nuclear deterrence," its Foreign Ministry said in a statement carried by state news agency KCNA.
Six-party talks aimed at halting North Korea's nuclear program have involved North Korea, the United States, China, Japan, Russia and South Korea. They have been held intermittently since 2003 but have stalled since 2008.
South Korea says the North is technically ready for a third nuclear test, and satellite images show it is actively working on its nuclear site.
The U.N. resolution added six North Korean entities, including Pyongyang's space agency, the Korean Committee for Space Technology, and the man heading it, Paek Chang-ho, to an already existing U.N. blacklist.
The firms and individuals will all face an international asset freeze, while Paek and the others blacklisted by Tuesday's resolution - the manager of the rocket launch center and two North Korean banking officials - will face a global travel ban.
In addition to the space agency, the council blacklisted the Bank of East Land, Korea Kumryong Trading Corp., Tosong Technology Trading Corp., Korea Ryonha Machinery Joint Venture Corp., and Leader (Hong Kong) International. The last, based in Hong Kong, is the North's main arms dealer, the resolution said.
U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Susan Rice welcomed the resolution, describing it as introducing "new sanctions" against North Korea. "This resolution demonstrates to North Korea that there are unanimous and significant consequences for its flagrant violation of its obligations under previous resolutions," she said.
Other diplomats, however, said on condition of anonymity that saying the measures in Tuesday's resolution were new sanctions would be an exaggeration.
China said on Monday that the Security Council needed to pass a cautious resolution on North Korea, adding that this was the best way to ensure regional tensions did not escalate further.
Several diplomats said Beijing's decision to back the resolution sent a strong message to Pyongyang.
"It might not be much, but the Chinese move is significant," a council diplomat told Reuters. "The prospect of a (new) nuclear test might have been a game changer (for China)."
The United States had wanted to punish North Korea for the rocket launch with a Security Council resolution that imposed entirely new sanctions against Pyongyang, but Beijing rejected that option.
China is the North's only major diplomatic ally, although it agreed to U.N. sanctions against Pyongyang after North Korea's 2006 and 2009 nuclear tests.
December's successful long-range rocket launch, the first to put a satellite in orbit, was a coup for North Korea's young leader, Kim Jong-un.
North and South Korea are still technically at war because their 1950-53 conflict ended in a truce, not a treaty.
Additional reporting by Jumin Park and David Chance in Seoul; Editing by Mohammad Zargham and Philip Barbara
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Just a two day "heat wave" may increase the risk of premature heart-related death.
Researchers found that a heat wave – the hottest one percent of temperatures – for two or more days led to increased cardiovascular death risks. The scientists compared heart-related deaths and daily temperatures in Brisbane, Australia, over an eight-year period.
The average daily temperature in Brisbane is about 69 degrees. Heat waves in this study were defined as two or more days at 85 degrees or hotter.
Researchers say extreme temperatures can trigger changes in blood pressure, blood thickness, cholesterol and heart rate. They said the increased death rate might be because people become exhausted due to the sustained strain on their cardiovascular systems without relief, or because health systems become overburdened.
Cold spells – the coolest one percent of temperatures – were also linked with increased deaths, but not as high as during heat. Cold effects lasted longer than heat effects, with the peak in cold effects coming two days after the temperature drop.
Spending a few hours daily in a temperate environment can help reduce heat- and cold-related illnesses and deaths.
Related Information:
- American Heart Association News Release
- Learn about protecting your heart in the heat and the impact of cold weather on cardiovascular disease.


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Charlottesville: And the learning is easy
At first glance, Charlottesville seems like a town that's almost annoyingly pleased with itself. Lest we forget for a moment that it was home to three presidents, Thomas Jefferson, and the Jameses Madison and Monroe form a huddled welcoming committee on signs pointing to historic downtown, looking more like bowling pins than leaders of the nation. But they do look quite pleased with themselves, and it's not hard to see why.
They realized how easy it is to live the good life here; gardening in front of their mansions as they looked out at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, sipping (or tending) the fruits of their vines, and of course, enjoying the beauty of their homes. Two centuries later, we can still do all these things at Jefferson's Monticello, Madison's Montpelier and Monroe's Ash Lawn-Highland.
Of the three presidents who lived around Charlottesville, Jefferson is the one whose spirit towers over so much that goes on here. And as a visit to Monticello will reveal, his achievements went beyond authoring the Declaration of Independence and the Virginia Statute of Religious Freedom, achieving the Louisiana Purchase, serving as President or founding the University of Virginia; he knew how to live really well.
Charlottesvillians still do, and so can their guests. With quality of life rated among the highest in the country, the sightseeing is correspondingly easy. And while the list of sights to cross off on your checklist may not be terribly long, it is a rewarding one nevertheless, and there isn't a single one that can't easily be combined with a picnic or a scenic stroll. Certainly, there's the occasional queue in high season, but parking agonies and swarms of umbrella-toting tour groups are a rarity.
For those more interested in the present, a visit to the Downtown Mall is a must, as is a trip to one of the many local wineries. Sometimes you'll tour some cellars or presses, sometimes you'll simply enjoy a glass and a view. And lest it's been too long since you heard about Thomas Jefferson, let it be known that he spent one third of his presidential income on wine.


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Generous Sioux Falls Couple Remembers Augustana in Estate
Augustana College has received $872,000 from the estate of Lyle G. and Othella B. Christensen. The gift will be used to support Augustana's general endowment, the Lyle G. and Othella B. Christensen Scholarship endowment, and the proposed expansion and renovation of the Gilbert Science Complex.
The longtime Sioux Falls couple is supporting many community organizations in their estate, with Augustana being one of the largest beneficiaries. Augustana president Rob Oliver said, "This gift will benefit students in so many different ways. We are grateful for the Christensen's generosity and belief in the importance of our mission."
Lyle became co-owner of Interstate Office Products in 1971 and served as president of the company until his retirement in 1982. Lyle and Othella were longtime members of Our Savior's Lutheran Church, and although they were not Augustana alumni, their church association made them feel Augustana was "their college." They supported the College through the Augustana Fund and the Booster Club before becoming members of the Heritage Club by making a deferred gift. Lyle's business partner, Gary Scott, a 1957 Augustana graduate, had planted a seed many years ago with Lyle about making a long-term impact in Lutheran higher education by remembering Augustana in their estate.
Lyle and Othella were married for 61 years before Lyle's death in March 2002. Othella passed away in May of this year. Lyle served in the U.S. Air Force from 1942-1946 and was discharged as a 1st Lieutenant. He was a member of the Elks Lodge, American Legion and Sons of Norway, and enjoyed the outdoors, traveling, golfing, hunting and fishing. Othella was a member and volunteer of the Sioux Falls American Legion Auxiliary and the Sioux Valley Hospital Auxiliary. Othella loved to travel and sing with the Legion Chorus. As a young woman, she also played softball in the Renner Women's League.
President Oliver said the Christensens were role models of quiet generosity. "I think they would be quite embarrassed to be recognized publicly for their support of the community. They liked to make a difference behind the scenes. And what a difference they have made."
Christina Salem
Director of Development Communications
Phone: 605.274.5231
Fax: 605.274.4903