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I was born in springtime, when the world awakens and breaks it winter fast. The chill warms into rain and shine to bring flowers of new growth and beauty. New life abounds infinitely, as creatures stir to co-Create, whether for the first time or once again. As is spring, so is childhood.
I was married in the summer of my life, where everything is bright and lively, anticipating the glorious long days of life, giving way to beauty, energy, and endlessness. I became a mom and wife in the same fragrant season with great slendor and awe, bringing to fruition a multitude of dreams and the next chapter to begin.
I have moved in the autumn of my life, back to a place where I was young. I revisit old haunts in memories, places, and images that transport my mind to yesterday, as I purposefully look to preparation of tomorrow. I am drawn to ready myself for the eventual eternal winter that will fall upon us all. I think of the generations who have come before me and the line that I perpetuate. Magnificent and long-suffering, are a great many who have come in turn, with fascinating stories of their own.
I see trees withdraw their energies and bring forth a beauty that is enhanced by the subtle drear in the air. Though the sleep of winter sits impending, the land tranforms to welcome her chill and twilight. Just as the apple tree needs a winter rest uninhibited in order to prosper, so too, the soul must prepare for the fruit it must bear through a season of contemplation and preparation, perchance to be reborn into the eternal spring of the Resurrection of all life into One Love and communion with Creation and Truth.
I find I do not fear death, only an unrepentant and mindless life lived, because we all must die to live again in Eternity. We die now, that we may live in eternity of the day of Resurrection.
Friday, October 26, 2012
The Seasons of My Life
I was born in springtime, when the world awakens and breaks it winter fast. The chill warms into rain and shine to bring flowers of new growth and beauty. New life abounds infinitely, as creatures stir to co-Create, whether for the first time or once again. As is spring, so is childhood.
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Thursday, October 4, 2012
School, Life, and Our Mountainside
So, we got Kat a real workbook for schooling. *GASP* This does not mean we are abandoning our unschooling approach to pretty much everything and she was a bit less than enthused, but at least it is Brain Quest with all kinds of pictures and bright colors. We do not ask that she do any of it consecutively, just that she find a few pages to work on each day. She is now more on board and is happy to see what she has finished bits and pieces, though it has only been a week. Miss Anna will be working with her on reading and language arts, which is half of the book, along with whatever curriculum Anna deems worthy to be taught, since she is a former language arts teacher.
Get this. Kat...likes...math! WOOT! She likes math like her mama and I am redicovering my own love for it as we work with angles and numbers. She is a lot like her papa in a great many ways, particularly with intereset in school subjects, but this is one we can relate to and do together. I was actually late leaving the house today because I got sucked into doing math with her.
Ok, I think I am finished with that bit...for now. Though we have not had any rain yet this season, which is rather unusual, the air has begun to change, while the plants and the earth make the push to sleep the winter away. I no longer feel the heat pressing in to drive us further into preparation of the upcoming winter, but even the trees and creatures have made it well-known that it is time to slow and what is done settles, but what has yet to be done, may wait another day. We are not amidst the autumn foliage just yet, but the transformation has set in and we will move with the tides of the mountainside.
I sit at coffee and think of the knitting to be done, all the while having two projects sitting next to me in a bag, awaiting my reimmersion. It will come in time. I realize that the cold, wet months to come will offer a great deal of time to knit away, but my thoughts turn to getting nestled into our little hobbit-esque house to seek solace and perhaps stumble upon peace.
Who knows how much I will be on here, but I will try to update things as it is presented to us. Much love to all!
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Monday, October 1, 2012
Life, Farm, Anniversary, and Whatnot
So very much time has passed since I have last written, but here I am! I am not lost forever, I promise. That being said, we are settling into the realities of our new adventure. I say realities because have to come to ters on what our country life truly entails. We are 32 miles from town, but travel time varies depending on weather and, lately, whether there are hunters swarming the area because rifle season has opened and they are up and down the road. This winter will certainly be an interesting introduction into many things, but judging whether we ought to even attempt leaving our mountainside for town during poor weather, or how best to keep the woodstove, and even what and how much food stores to keep around. I expect I will have soup on nearly every day and the apples that we have picked for storage will be made into crisps and cider, or eaten whole.
The Farmer's Almanac says that, though we are having a longer and warmer than usual season of warmth right now, we should expect a wetter than normal winter, which means snow at our altitude. Even if we don't get the snow directly every time, we have a nearly 5500 ft. pass to cross on Greensprings mountain just to get to town, which will likely get snow when we get rain. It will be interesting, to say the very least, acclimating to the weather and whatnot, but I am extremely grateful that we got here when we did so we will already be used to our house and grounds. We are all familiar with most things in our new environment, so as the seasons finally change, I believe we will not have quite the adjustment as we might, had we come out sooner.
It has been nice taking some time to see family and friends. Church has also been a blessing and I was just mentioning to our new Matushka how it is nice that we have the solid cycle of the church year of feasts and services that stays constant, even amidst all kinds of change and disruption in life and family routine. Truly, it is a Godsend to have such grounding, because the whole world outside can change and fall apart, but the cycle and seasons within the church stay steadfast as an undercurrent of strength.
We are currently at a bed and breakfast for our anniversary, the 10th, to be exact. We are a week past, but it is perfect timing. It has crossed my mind that it is a bit odd to be on an anniversary getaway with Jay and be on the computer, however, we only use internet at our neighbors house, and relatively minimally at that. Last night was the first time in weeks that I sat down to watch a show with Jay and I have learned how much I can do, and even prefer to be, without tv and movies. That doesn't mean that we won't be cuddled up watching movies this winter as we stay warm inside, all the while the frozen grounds renew themselves for spring and a new crop, but I am perfectly happy not having the distraction.
We brought our bikes to the B&B and expect to ride to town 1 mile away and shop around, perhaps to have lunch/dinner. With breakfast so late, as we sat down at 10 a.m., I am sure our afternoon meal will serve a dual meal purpose and we will work on snacks and wine later. We have been the only guests, thus far, so we have the run of this historic two-story house to ourselves, I almost don't want to go to town. It is going to be another sunny, beautiful day, so we probably had better take advantage of it. I must say that I am not sure what to do with all this time without having chores to tend, but I did bring knitting and books, should I wish to get into them. We already talk about so many things as the days pass that coming to a place like this affords us the opportunity to chat in peace without interruption, but we also have few things to discuss. Now, to be sure, it isn't as though we are dull, but I think that we maintain ur marriage quite well that we are not in need of those things, but mostly not being responsible for a great many things in a day and being able to go out on a whim to little shops and eat whenever, not just between jobs.
In closing of this rather extensive blather, I would say that we all love our little life on the farm, in the country, quietly discovering many more wonders in life. We have 4 hens laying, 15 more who are up and coming, with 6 baby chicks awaiting their turn to be in the big house with the other lady hens. Our dogs love it, Kat is in kid heaven, with a creek nearby to always be able to wash and water her ponies and horses, the upstairs to herself, and her job as chicken mistress and resident spunky kid. Jay's health is also contnuing to be restored, bit by bit, and we both appreciate the honest and worthy work of the farm. We hope to roll into spring with a readiness to propagate and flourish!
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Develops and independently performs complex work assignments and problem resolution in support of risk–based assurance and advisory engagements and/or audit quality assessments in the field of business operations, finance, and compliance and/or information technology. Maintains a high degree of business contact through fieldwork, often serving as the principal fieldwork contact. Mentors junior staff auditors on audit excellence, to include theory and application of audit and/or business/information technology techniques. Adheres to the Institute of Internal Auditors' Standards and Code of Ethics.
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When you apply for this position, you will be required to answer some initial questions. This will take approximately 5 minutes. Once you begin the questions you will not be able to finish them at a later time and you will not be able to change your responses.
- 6+ years experience in large financial services IT internal audit department, or equivalent IT audit experience to include top tier firm (Big 4, Protiviti, etc.)
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- Experience with audit engagement support tools including electronic workpapers
- Exceptional communication and project management skills
- Preferred designations include CIA (Certified Internal Auditor), CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor), CISSP (Certified Information Security Systems Professional), CFSA (Certified Financial Services Auditor) or other relevant business designation
- Experience with NIST and/or Cobit preferred
- Experience with ISO 27001 and ISO 2700 preferred
The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.
At USAA our employees enjoy one of the best benefits packages in the business, including a flexible business casual or casual dress environment, comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, along with wellness and wealth building programs. Additionally, our career path planning and continuing education will assist you with your professional goals.
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Loganair gears up to help cyclists -Ride Across Britain-
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Wick Airport is preparing for one of its busiest days ever on Friday (June 11) when it welcomes hundreds of cyclists who are taking part in the inaugural Deloitte Ride Across Britain event.
Olympic gold medallists James Cracknell and Rebecca Romero will join Paralympic gold medallists Sarah Storey and Jody Cundy to lead 600 cyclists through Wick this weekend as they pedal their way to Lands End.
The 1,000 mile, nine-day challenge, which begins from John O'Groats on Saturday (June 12), is aimed at raising Ł1m over the next four years for ParalympicsGB, the event's benefitting charity.
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The world may have its barriers — literal or language-wise — but if there's one thing we all universally enjoy, it is, without a doubt, food. This is why besides culture-tripping and sightseeing, travelling wouldn't be complete without a thrilling gastronomic experience. But while some steer closer to delicacies that are somewhat familiar, nothing beats the excitement of treating your tastebuds to something unique and maybe even bizarre, but still nothing short of being scrumptious.
So as fellow foodies who wouldn't want you missing the goods on your next trip, we decided to line up some weirdly good Asian snack foods that will have your brows raising but your tummies rumbling.
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Love matcha? Then a visit to Uji in Kyoto is a must-do for you. Besides heading to Byodoin Temple, which is a landmark found at the back of the 10 yen and visiting Omotesando to bask in many matcha tea shops and restaurants, make sure you also give matcha takoyaki and gyoza a try. The sound of both may drive even the most matcha-loving people away, but you would be surprised at how subtle but noticeable the flavour is.
The thing is, for the ramen, it's not exactly the soup that's spiked with matcha but the noodles, giving it a nice grainy texture reminiscent of soba. The matcha gyoza, on the other hand, is still as snackable as ever, and you can even enhance the flavour by sprinkling on some matcha salt. So much for matcha, right?
Sau Rieng Chien Gion (Vietnam)
Every country has a native fruit that is worth bragging about. The Philippines have their mangoes, Japan has their plump strawberries, and Vietnam has durian. While the fruit may be popular in other regions as well, durian in Vietnam is specifically a must-try because of its incredible taste, vivid yellow colour, and distinct quality. But you know how they say everything is better when fried? Apparently, the same goes with Sau Rieng Chien Gion.
Roughly translated as 'crispy fried durian,' its just as straightforward as it sounds: plump, yellow durian strips are covered with a layer of rice flour and fried in boiling hot oil. Once the durian pops out a bit, it's ready to serve. Many places in Vietnam from Nguyen Chi Thanh Street, Nguyen Van Cu Street, and more sell these treats along with durian pancakes and cakes so you'll definitely have your fill of the fruit through the duration of your travel.


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In 1540, Spanish conquistador Pedro de Valdivia landed in Chile and founded Santiago and other cities, despite fierce resistance from the Araucanians who attacked and destroyed the settlements. A century of warfare followed, but eventually the Spanish won control. Chile declared independence in 1810 but wasn't actually liberated until 1818, when Jose de San Martin from Argentina famously crossed the Andes and joined with the Chilean General Bernardo O'Higgins to defeat the Spanish troops.
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Fairfield Twp. collects gifts for fallen firefighter's station
Gift basket to be delivered Saturday
Support for fallen firefighter Patrick Wolterman, his family and fellow firefighters continues to pour in.
Among those showing a lot of love are folks in Fairfield Township.
Not only is Fairfield right next to Hamilton, Wolterman previously worked there.
After a social media post from Township Administrator Julie Vonderhaar, people began immediately began opening their hearts.
Township employees, police officers, crews from the road department and residents showed up at the administration building Wednesday morning with gifts and well wishes in hand.
The township is collecting items for a gift basket that will eventually be brought to Station 25 in Hamilton where Wolterman worked.
"I've encouraged, write a personal condolence cards, uplifting prayer cards, small plaques," Vonderhaar said. "It doesn't have to be costly and it doesn't have to be a large denomination to show you care."
Vonderhaar said she and the trustees plan on taking the basket to the guys of Station 25 on Saturday.
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Tura: The family members of an Indian national lodged in police custody in Bangladesh after being allegedly abducted and taken there have sought Prime Minister Narendra Modi's help in bringing him back. Phalgun Arengh (66) was abducted from a Meghalaya village and was stuck in the neighbouring country for over three months now, a police official said. Confirming the presence of the man in Bangladesh, West Garo Hills SP MGR Kumar said since the matter involved a foreign country, the BSF, the Bangladesh Rifles (BDR) and the IG, Special Branch, were being consulted. "We are hoping for a solution to the matter soon," Kumar said. Arengh, a resident of Hatimara village in West Garo Hills, had been abducted by Bangladeshi miscreants from his residence on May 24, he said.
Subsequently, an FIR was lodged by his wife, Ponji K Sangma, at the Purakhasia Outpost in this matter. The Achik Indigenous Justice Initiative Forum (AIJIF), a social organisation, which visited Arengh's family, has recently sought help from the prime minister in getting the man back home. "We want to bring to your notice that an innocent man, an Indian citizen, was victimised by criminals from Bangladesh and is still facing immense hardship and pain for the past three months," Alex K Sangma, AIJIF director, said in a letter to Prime Minister Modi.
Arengh was able to escape his captors on June 2 and had reached Christianpara area in Bangladesh, he claimed. "He was helped by villagers of Christianpara and handed over to the Bangladesh police in a very poor physical condition. He is in custody of the Sribordi Police Station in Sherpur district of Bangladesh," Sangma said. Arengh's family is currently in Bangladesh trying to bring him back. Coordinator of the NGO, Chenang G Momin, said, "It becomes an imperative responsibility of the Indian government to intervene in the matter and bring him back to India through diplomatic channels by conveying the same to its Bangladeshi counterpart as early as possible."
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These 2 have so much fun together! Lily is always begging Grady to play with him and he's usually off to climb counters, but she keeps trying and begging. So she'll play whatever he wants to play.
And she always wants to be like the momma bear with him. She ALWAYS wants to help putting him to bed for naps and at night and will stand at the door whispering encouragement at the door when he's upset at night; something he's been doing lately which turns her stomach. He also calls her mommy on a semi regular basis when he's calling for her . We love Grady for everything he is in this world and love the lessons Lily has learned in the process of being a big sister, caring for others, learning empathy, and of course, sharing :)
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Popsicles are always better outside...
and water in this africa heat (that I love)
Have a great first day back at school for kids and teachers - Lily starts in her new class today and she's very nervous and asked me to hold her hand a little extra today. I think I might need her to hold mine a little extra today too.


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Today marks ten years since the beginning of the in-person portion of my relationship with my spouse. We met on the internet — through creative writing, actually — and spent most of a year talking on the phone before meeting in person for the first time, on 1/29/2004. Back then, xe (female-bodied; identifies with neutral pronouns) was my strictest and harshest beta, incapable of pretending to like something that didn't make sense or struck hir as poor quality. But xe was also, as a beta-reader, committed to make sure that what I wrote was something I liked, helping me achieve a better version of my own vision, and not someone else's.
Like many writers, real-life events and emotions inspire my fiction. The humble beginnings of my marriage — flirting over fictional characters on USENet, a relationship that started out as a complete accident — are reflected in the way the lesbian relationship develops over the course of my Mangoverse novels. Shulamit's relationship with Aviva became much deeper and much easier to write once the female couple progressed from their awkward early stage into a committed couple. Contrast this with Rivka and Isaac, whose story is strong from the beginning.
The thing is, Rivka and Isaac's relationship is very "epic" and dramatic — like a legend; remember that Isaac has magical abilities and Rivka's warrior talents seem superhuman — and to some degree, they represent the way fictional characters (in my case, opera characters) can comfort us in our times of trouble and anxiety. So, in a metaphorical sense, Shulamit and Aviva are one step closer to real life than they are, and that's why their relationship got easier to write as they moved toward the level of commitment and family that Spouseling and I enjoy today.
It also got a lot easier to write their intimacy as Shulamit stopped being purely my author avatar and began taking on more traits of my spouse. She'd always had my spouse's wheat problem and attraction exclusively to women, but other than that, she was all me — her femme presentation, her love of pretty clothing and pastels, her insecurity and anxiety, and her grief over her dead father. It was when I began to add personality traits of my spouse, not just superficial traits, that their relationship felt more real on paper, because then I could slip comfortably into the role of Aviva.
My spouse has a great brain, and reads voraciously on a million nonfiction topics just to know. Once on a train in Austria, we struck up a conversation with a German man who kept getting Florida — our home — and California mixed up. I kept repeating that we were from Florida but he kept asking questions about California politics, ecology, and current events — and because Spouseling could answer all of his questions articulately, I don't think he ever really understood that Florida was a different state! Coworkers and casual acquaintances frequently assume hir college degree is in whatever topic xe's currently infodumping about, because who else would have so much knowledge? So Shulamit became a lover of books, but not romances like many fictional heroines. She reads non-fiction. She wants to learn about her kingdom, so she can be the best ruler possible, but she also wants to learn for the sake of learning.
My spouse also has a great heart, focused on justice. As a union local president, xe is the one who gets the panicked phone calls at all hours from employees who have been targeted unfairly by management. Hir leadership duties and the struggle to improve things at hir workplace are a constant presence in our lives. This is the queen I've created for my stories — a queen who sees her role at the top of the food chain as a responsibility to help others, not as a sign she's a better person or that she deserves better than anyone else.
My spouse respects manual labor and hard work. Servers at restaurants get a fair tip, even on a small bill; xe knows that people working in low-paid service jobs deserve quality of life. My second book, Climbing the Date Palm, is heavily focused on worker's rights, and in the third book Shulamit defends the unglamorous work of farmers, who are the reason her country has prospered, to a boorish nobleman.
And, like Aviva, I'm the one who tiptoes through the food allergies to find something awesome for dinner, something that I can bring to hir in the middle of work. Like Aviva, I look upon all these traits with admiration and love, sometimes amazed by the hero I married.
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As a new parent, you're probably no stranger to aches and pains, especially in your neck and back.
Between lifting your new baby out of their crib, carrying them around on one hip while trying to cook dinner with the other, and falling asleep in a rocking chair during nighttime feedings, pain is practically inevitable.
You might not be able to totally avoid the aches and pains that come with new parenthood, but there are lots of things you can do to lessen their severity. Read on for five great tips that will help you avoid back and neck pain while caring for your new baby. If there happens to be a case of chronic pain, a good option may be Shockwave Behandling. This is a great option whether it's you or your child who has chronic pain.
1. Lift Your Baby with Care
It's essential for new parents to take care when lifting their baby, whether they're picking them up off the floor, out of their crib, or out of a high chair.
It might not seem like it's necessary to pay attention to your posture when you're lifting a newborn baby. But, it only takes one improper lift to cause some serious back pain.
When you're picking up your baby, make sure you're bending at the knees and engaging your abdominal and back muscles. You should also make sure you're pulling your shoulder blades together and down your back. Try to keep them in that position after you've lifted your baby, too. That'll help you avoid hurting your neck or trapezius muscles.
2. Carry Your Baby Carefully
After you pick your baby up, make sure you're also carrying them carefully.
One of the best ways to carry your baby is to hold them at your side with one leg in front of you and the other behind.
Focus on supporting them with your bicep, rather than your hand or wrist, and keep your palm facing up. Make sure you're using your upper body to carry the baby, rather than pushing your hip out to support them — this will put extra strain on your lower back.
Don't forget to alternate arms when carrying your baby, too. This helps prevent muscle imbalances. You can also wear them in a carrier on your chest or back so that you're evenly supporting them.
3. Adjust Your Position When Feeding
When you're feeding your baby, whether you're nursing or giving them a bottle, it's easy to let the shoulders slouch down. This posture puts a lot of stress on the muscles at the back of the neck. Over time, this repeated stress can contribute to chronic tension headaches and a permanently slouched posture.
Focus on sitting up straight with the shoulders pressed down. Lift your baby up to you, rather than hunching over toward them. This also benefits your baby. Sitting them up a bit when feeding them can also help mitigate common conditions like gas and acid reflux.
4. Pay Attention to the Way You Sleep
As a new parent, sleep is in short supply. If you're like most new parents, when you get a couple hours to yourself to rest, you probably just collapse into the closest chair and don't pay attention to your posture. Poor sleep posture can make neck and back pain worse, though.
Sleeping on your back is typically the best option, especially if you're trying to relieve neck and back pain. This posture keeps your spine in a neutral position. If this is your preferred sleep posture, just make sure you're elevating your head a bit with a supportive pillow — this helps prevent acid reflux and snoring while you sleep.
If you have a hard time staying asleep on your back, consider looking into ergonomic braces for sleep. These comfortable braces keep your neck in a stable, neutral position while you sleep so that you don't aggravate your neck or shoulder muscles while you sleep.
5. Stretch Regularly
To relieve any pain that you're currently dealing with, and to keep your muscles nice and loose, it's also important to stretch regularly. Some good stretches to do on a regular basis include:
Chest stretch: Stand in a doorway with one arm extended. Lean into the doorway, keeping your shoulder pressed down, until you feel a gentle stretch in your chest.
Neck stretch: Gently tilt your head to one side, bringing your ear toward your shoulder.
Side stretch: Stand up straight, then, while keeping your shoulders back and chest lifted, tilt to one side to feel a stretch on the opposite side of your torso.
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I'm slightly obsessed with shorts – I love the idea of city-chic shorts and a sharp blazer for the summer months.
Unfortunately, shorts don't always love me! I'm taller that average which means most shorts are more like pants on me – that and I have pasty pasty white legs. Now I don't mind flashing the pasty whites, I discarded tights in favour of bare flesh about a fortnight ago, but when shorts seems to be getting smaller and smaller, the idea of wearing them for a work is a little daunting!
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Like I said, a few years after his passing I eventually realized what Elvis *had* been. I started really hearing his older songs and appreciating them. I realized just how sad a life he must have had.
Rock and Roll slash Celebrity is full of people who were used and spit out. There will never be another Elvis, and partly that is a good thing. Elvis couldn't even handle being Elvis.
Elvis Aaron Presley
In memoriam, here is the first Elvis Presley song I ever knew....his last big hit, "Burning Love" from 1972. Written by Dennis Linde. Clip is from the concert movie "Aloha Hawaii" in 1973.


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Today I share links! And virtual hugs. Because who doesn't love hugs?
Author and speaker Kathi Lipp's new book, THE ME PROJECT, a how-to for living the life you desire, is newly released. Visit my other blog, Pursuing Life, to read my review and get the low-down. (You may remember my review of THE MARRIAGE PROJECT from last year. This is part of the same successful series!)
My latest An Army of Ermas column is up today, and don't say I didn't warn you: I've revealed a disturbing secret about my five-year-old...
If you missed my post (here on Something She Wrote) from yesterday, please take a minute to check it out. I'd really love to know your thoughts on life balance.
And, because I don't want to bore you of me with this post, check these out, too!
How do you feel about Random Acts of Kindness? Go here for inspiration.
Check out this AWESOME gal (and her team) who takes RAK's to a whole new, life-changing level... Secret Agent L
Follow the bread crumbs to Your Best You here.
And last, but possibly coolest, Word Hippo. You know you wanna check it out. (Especially if you're particularly wordish.)
Have a wonderful weekend!
Friday, February 25, 2011
My Parents Taught Me to Share
4 comments:
- Diane said...
Wowza, you've been super busy! Thanks for sharing!!! :O)
- February 25, 2011 at 11:00 AM
- Travis Erwin said...
Word Hippo. that's what my skinny friends call me when i beat them at Scrabble.
- February 25, 2011 at 4:05 PM
- Laura Howard said...
I lovez virtual hugz
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Even I believe in sharing! Thanks for the lovely post!
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Thanksgiving 2010...so thankful that EVERYONE could be at Mom's this year! (This is just grandkids and great grandkids!) My two favorite parts of this picture are beautiful Granmart in her rosy red...and pouty Kevin in front! :) We sure did miss Bob this year, but know that he is celebrating a feast of all feasts in Heaven!
The ever popular ninja game! (that I still don't understand)


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Hi 18 pounder, I've used it and can attest that it works great. Dano
Hello all
this might be of use to some one trying to replicate something needed for retoration if a part is difficult to find.
The material is called Alginate,its the same stuff dentists use to make impressions and is used in special effects work to make a negative cast of a persons face.
What i really like about this stuff is it sets in minutes,and picks up minute details of the original.
You mix it with warm or cold water.(depending how fast you want it to set)
it comes as a powder
It will make a mould of literally anything.
You could take a mould of a part part made from plasticene or clay,and when you have your mould you could use resin or other material to create a hard permanent solid replica.
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Hi 18 pounder, I've used it and can attest that it works great. Dano
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Kildare jobs alert: Who's hiring in County Kildare this week
Kildare jobs roundup for August 23, 2018
Kildare jobs roundup
Who's hiring across County Kildare this week? Check out the Leinster Leader recruitment pages for a roundup of the best jobs in Kildare.
Killeen Civil Engineering is hiring a graduate civil engineer in the Naas area.
Craddock House Nursing Home requires care assistants for days and nights.
BaxterStorey is hiring for catering roles at the Dominican College, Newbridge.
Camphill Communities of Ireland are looking for voluntary board members.
A part-time bus driver is required for school runs in Kilcock.
Trench Control is looking for a plant fitter.
Kildare County Council is hiring a programme manager and a waterworks caretaker.
For details on all the above positions and how to apply for the roles, see this week's Leinster Leader - out now!


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Episode 1013
May 6th, 2019
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Matt and Kelly are joyously affianced for about five minutes before a crisis strikes: Matt's rich client, Mr. Behr, decides to settle his lawsuit, meaning he'll no longer need Matt on retainer. Unfortunately, Matt immediately turned around and spent that retainer on Kelly's ring. Gina, hired back on as Matt's assistant, goes to the only rich person she's still talking to and who'll give her $15,000, no questions asked. However, Matt's smart enough to figure out where she got it, and Dylan's smart enough to figure out whom it's for, and the dick-measuring contest has to go into triple overtime. What will Kelly do when Matt comes clean? And will Dylan get his shit together in time for Maddy's christening?! Noah and Donna are embarking on single life in rather different ways: Noah has made a whole new party posse and is drinking himself into oblivion nightly, while Donna decides to take David's advice and give Java Hut manager Mark a chance to take her out. Does their date end bitterly, with burned tongues all around? Find out with our podcast on "Tainted Love"!
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Slow Sales Tax Collection Prompts Review Of LCG Budget
Lafayette Mayor-President Joel Robideaux is directing staff to conduct a full review of the budget for the purpose of developing contingencies in the event of continued declines in sales tax revenue.
Robideaux is asking Lafayette Consolidated Government (LCG) Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) Lowell Duhon to head the effort.
"I have asked Lowell Duhon to undertake a comprehensive review of LCG's budget with a focus on our core budget priorities. In the event of continued weakness in sales tax revenue, I am committed to working with the Council to ensure that available resources are spent on our most critical priorities. I am asking Lowell to work with staff, agency heads and key stakeholders to develop budget and operational contingencies to respond to this challenge."
The action was prompted by the recent report on city and parish sales tax showing collections were down for the third consecutive month this fiscal year. The 2015-2016 budget was based on flat sales tax receipts from the previous year, thus necessitating a budget review and the consideration of adjustments.
Robideaux said "I am confident that together, the Council and I will decide the best approach to any necessary adjustments and develop a fiscally responsible plan of action."
LCG Chief Financial Officer Lorrie Toups said based on the recently released local tax revenue report, "The city is $538,000 under the budgeted sales tax for the first three months of this fiscal year." City sales tax collections for Jan. 2016 (based on Dec. 2015 sales) are 5.23% less than collections for Jan. 2015. Year-to-date, city sales tax collections are 4.80% less than the year-to-date numbers last year.
The Parish General Fund sales tax collections are down $307,000 from budget for the first three months of the 2015-2016 fiscal year. Specifically, parish sales tax collections for Jan. 2016 (based on Dec.2015 sales) are 38.62% less than the collections in Jan. 2015. Year-to-date, parish sales tax collections are 31.77% less than the year-to-date numbers last year.
Visithttp://www.lafayettela.gov/Finance/siteassets/files/Sales_Tax_Collections.pdfto see the full report on sales tax collections for the 2015-2016 fiscal year to-date.
To review the 2015-2016 Adopted Operating & Capital Budget in its entirety, visit http://www.lafayettela.gov/Budget/SiteAssets/Files/2016-ADOPTED-BUDGET-DOCUMENT.pdf
Editor's Note: The preceding information was obtained via a press release from Lafayette Consolidated Government.


text: Scriptural Studies A Powerful Prayer for Healing And Recovery by EricMay 13, 2017November 30, 20198 Last updated on November 30th, 2019Try praying this prayer for healing and recovery. I came up with it using examples of people who made requests to Jesus and got them granted by Him. (more…) Read More


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- Batman / The Maxx: Arkham Dreams (2018)
- Batman / The Maxx: Arkham Dreams #1
Nov 4th, 2020The secret of Dr. Disparu is revealed and all Hell breaks loose as The Joker, Harley, Penguin, and more...
Oct 7th, 2020Midnight, the witching hour. Arkham is the scariest and most dangerous place in Gotham on a good day? but...
When a devious new doctor at Arkham Asylum conducts unconventional forays into the human psyche, he kicks off a disastrous chain reaction by experimenting on Arkham's newest patient: The Maxx!," reads IDW's description. "The city of Gotham soon begins to merge with the Outback, The Maxx's psychedelic mental landscape. It's up to Batman to save Gotham and all of reality… but only by joining The Maxx on a trip into the darkest depths imaginable: the twisted minds of Batman's greatest enemies!
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1 year agoI went into this comic knowing nothing about The Maxx. This had had good reviews and I love Batman, so I figured I would check it out. I am glad that I did. I am not sure I've ever read a Batman book like this. The...
So who will be picking this up?
I recently saw a YouTube video explaining the run of the Maxx and it sounds very very interesting. Before he seemed to me like a stupid 90's Image gimmick, but after learning more it seems they really tried to do something. Do you think someone like me who has never read the Maxx before but is interested could like this?
the maxx is a fairly oddball book and may be an acquired taste. personally I love it, but I love it because it's pretty bizarre. now as far as the batman/maxx book I couldn't say because I didn't know it existed :P going to be checking with the LCS to see if I can get it :)
I have a soft spot for Keith's Batman. Especially the unique Bat Symbol he uses for Batman's chest. And those ears! Not spoiling anything here but to those of you who think they need a lot of Maxx background, you don't in my opinion but for those looking for the 90's Maxx series, IDW put out the complete series (37 issues) with updated coloring on better quality paper called The Maxx: Maxximized, with Sam Keith being an integral part of the touch up process. The story remains untouched. I think you can buy it as a one volume trade that collects the entire run.
The first issue explains some of the Maxx's history. I think it's enough to bring people new to the Maxxverse up to speed while also having little details that fans of the Maxx will enjoy. Loving this series so far.
I loved it but I do think they could have added more variant covers. /s
Absolutely adore this concept and was very well executed in my mind recommend this to any 90's lovers and will be getting it all for myself
more please!
This was a complete impulse buy for me, and I'm happy to report I made the correct choice by being too impulsive! Lol.
I'm not familiar with The Maxx at all, but the art looked absolutely incredible, and IDW and DC have been doing great crossover work together for a few years, so, why not?
Although I'm a bit lost about some of the backstory, it's nothing a google search can't handle. Really fun book! Enjoy the humor too!
I was obsessed with The Maxx as a young teen in the 90s. I have all of the issues and TPB. I am so glad to see The Maxx return in this cross over. Highly recommend!
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I just finished balancing on a goofboard and I'm feeling amped! Surprisingly, the South Swells have been pretty good but I don't feel I'm missing out.
While I was living in Alaska, we were able to take Landon (our son) and Gavin (Mary's brother) snowboarding. After, I felt the insane urge to surf. Believe it or not, there is surfing in Alaska, but it was out of reach, (and also super freezing) so I went with the second best choice that'd be perfect for year-round seasons, THE GOOFBOARD from Ebb & Flo.
In the beginning, I felt like a complete clumsy, out of shape, sloth. It was difficult and unfamiliar. I used the support of a chair to gain my balance at first.
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This time last year I was in 12-degree weather and couldn't help but think of the warm Hawaiian breeze and fun surf. Although there's cold and dangerous surf in Alaska, I needed a substitute for that surf fix. I've tried Indo boards, and they get extremely easy after a while so was looking for something a little more challenging. After a lot of research and consideration, I ended up going with the goofboard. I was immediately hooked. Nothing can beat true surfing in the ocean but having the board was the best alternative at the time. Its portability and functionality in a small apartment made it all the more ideal. It's a great addition to workouts too! Fast forward a year later to the present, and I notice some wear and tear on the goof board and was browsing to get a different size to change things up. Come to find out, the company rebranded themselves as Ebb & Flow @ebb.flo.balance and updated the entire collection of boards. The new eco-friendly boards are made out of sustainable bamboo for the board and corkwood for the roller. This new and improved "goofboard" was a beast of its own: It simulates surfing more accurately and is excellent for anyone who wants to improve balance, core, and mental focus. Incorporating it into daily workouts are a fun way to get the most out of it!
You don't need to be a surfer to ride one. Besides being great for the offseason or random flat days. I eventually incorporated the goofboard into my bodyweight workouts like pull-ups, push-ups, and sit-ups. Other ways were a 15-minute cool down after a workout, 15-minute pre-surf warmups, or intermittent mixed between heavy upper body weights. A small 10-15 minutes of goofing can build a good burn in a short amount of time. Overall great tool to add to the surfer's arsenal of staying surf ready.
*Advanced Tip: Soft floorings like carpet cushions the ride making it easier and smoother. If you feel confident in your balance, place the goofboard on solid surfaces like wood or concrete.
I started with 5 minutes a day and gradually increased it to 10 minutes and 15 minutes (which is recommended) a day. It's a great balance trainer that builds up a decent sweat!
Classic Board 44" x 15" or 112cm x 38cm
Roller is 37" x 4" or 94cm x 10cm
Weight limit 450 lbs. or 204k
Comes with flo-blocks that lift the board 2 inches from the ground.
Beginners: Use support to get up on your first try.
It can be dangerous, I've fallen on my hands which have left my palms throbbing for a couple days. Not to mention the board flipping up into shins. Yikes!
The goofboard is a fun and minimal accessory every surfer, skater, or snowboarder to have in their arsenal for slow, lazy days. It has enhanced my balance and continues to do so every time I hit the water. Slip off the shoes, ride it barefoot for the real feel. It's not recommended by the company itself but I've thought about applying real surf wax to make it a bit more grippy. If you have thought of it or have tried this idea, leave a comment or email us your experience!
– Made in the USA
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"Made by a Surfer for the Surfer"
It builds core strength and helps familiarize yourself with body weight shifting. It requires mental focus like how one needs to be in the water. At the moment, whenever or wherever that moment may be, you want your body to be reactionary and that comes with repetition. The goofboard provides that constant flux and flow that can be incorporated into long-board surfing. When I feel my board or feet off and need to reposition while on the wave, I can move quicker and more fluid to regain control without losing my balance.
It's one the top alternatives to actual wave riding. During those slow days or offseason, the goofboard is my go to exercise. I've gotten Mary and Landon interested in it as well and they find it very challenging but enjoy it. I enjoyed the goof board so much that I had to write and share about my experience with this great balance trainer that I can do in the comfort of my own home!
Order your very own Ebb & Flo by Goofboard, here.
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Apache OpenOffice (AOO) Bugzilla – Issue 123316
Writer Print dialog: texts in dropdown for comment properties show superfluous tilde "~"
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This one is a spin off from "Bug 123311 - Print dialog too wide in EU localization", may be even a DUP
To see the problem you need a Basque 4.0.1 RC2 Build.
In writer Print dialog for a document containing a comment you find at the end of the Writer Print dialog (difficult to find because of "123311 - Print dialog too wide in EU localization" the dropdown for print properties. Possible properties are:
a) Print text in black - "Imprimatu testua ~beltzean"
I think "~" is wrong there (but I don't speak that language)
b) Specifies whether the text is always black Print c -
Testua beti beltzez imprimatuko den edo ez zehazten du
> No "~" problem here
c) pages - Orrialdeak
> No "~" problem here
d) Print automatically inserted blank pages -
Inprimatu ~ automatikoki txertatutako orrialde zuriak
I think "~" is wrong there (but I don't speak that language)
But the main problem that that is a completely strange selection there, all other Languages have "Comment" Properties at that place. But I think there might be a correct place for these texts in the dropdown, and there they should be shown without "~"?
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Roqberry Tea
Knowledge of tea and respect for quality come first, closely followed by a passion for foods and flavours of the world. As such they strive to 'blend the rules' into fresh expressions of classic blends and extraordinary new fusions. High quality ingredients, hand blended in the UK, they're offering both unique flavoured blends as well as top quality artisan varieties. Biodegradable pyramid teabags allow a proper infusion in the cup, and the bags' transparency reveals the high-quality leaf within. If you love flavour and appreciate quality, Roqberry is for you. Don't just trust their word for it:
"Bags of flavour – Take your herbal tea drinking to the next level" — THE SCOTSMAN
"If you're after some extraordinary flavour combinations, Roqberry teas are for you." — LOVEFOOD.COM
"Our favourite is the Citrus Grey: a modern and palate-pleasing take on the traditional earl grey" — THE INDEPENDENT
At The Festival
They'll be showcasing their existing range of nine tea blends, six infusions and two speciality Tea Legends, as well as some brand new flavours that will be seen for the first time at Taste of London. They will offer samples for you to try, as well as full-sized hot tea and iced tea drinks for you to enjoy at the festival. You can pick up a box of their tea to enjoy at home, or get some wrapped in a giftsleeve as a present for someone else.
They will have special promotions running each day of the festival, come and check their stand for details or follow them on Twitter to be the first to find out about limited offers.


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Cantador Ceiling Lamp- A hypnotic combination of light and sound
Leaving the market trends behind, Miguel Silva Designs came out with an awesome idea; Cantador Ceiling lamp, which includes a sound transducer to create vibrations in the glass. The beams from the lamp bounce down and up due to reflective nature of the glass. It creates a 360 degree wonderful pattern of light.
The LEDs are included on the top most part of the lamp that is above the glass plate and are circled with aluminum frame.
The lamp is synchable with smartphones after the user downloads the special app meant to control and play with the light and sound combination. With this app, users can choose the shades, the patterns, and sound transducer to create hypnotic environment. Here are rest of the details on the website of the designer, if wish to know more the Cantador.


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Cannabis legalization does not lead to increased use by young people, according to a federally funded study. In fact, legal states have seen underage consumption decrease since repealing prohibition.
The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) has released the latest iteration of the regular Monitoring the Future survey, evaluating the drug habits of American eighth, tenth and twelfth graders. This newest addition continues to show that teen cannabis consumption has actually dropped since states began legalizing the substance back in 2012. And while teens are more likely to believe frequent or occasional cannabis use is not harmful, they also believe it is harder to obtain now.
"Rates of marijuana use by teens have been of great interest to researchers over the past decade, given major social and legislative shifts around the drug; it is now legal for adult recreational use in 10 states plus the District of Columbia, and it is available medicinally in many more," reads a NIDA press release. "Fortunately, even as teens' attitudes toward marijuana's harms continue to relax, they are not showing corresponding increases in marijuana use."
After states began legalizing recreational cannabis in 2012, teen consumption rates dropped off and have stayed relatively steady since then. For advocates, these numbers are a great sign that legalization and regulation of the cannabis market are key to protecting youth, and not the other way around.
"The most significant public policy approach to reduce teen use of cannabis is to take it out of the hands of the illicit market and put it behind a counter where employees check IDs," NORML Political Director Justin Strekal told Marijuana Moment. "This new report and public acknowledgment by NIDA only further solidifies our demand for an expeditious legalization in the remaining stubborn states with prohibition."
And hopefully it will also force opponents of marijuana reform to drop the tired argument that legalization leads to increased teen use.


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B.Jean Glenn was born in Milford, Connecticut. After marrying
and traveling around the country, Miss Glenn and her two sons
settled down in Las Vegas, NV.
Miss Glenn was always passionate about photography and art. Finally picking up a paint brush 30 years ago, she began her journey with Acrylic paints. Miss Glenn then enrolled in courses at the Community College of Las Vegas. She then advanced to Watercolors and was juried into the Nevada Water Color Society.
B. Jean loves to paint with various mediums but her favorite is Pastels. Using the vibrant colors of the Pastels she strives to capture the
essence of her subjects.
Keep a watchful eye for B. Jean's new and exciting creations.


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HASCON – Scarlett's Strike Force Comes to the Hasbro Universe!
Today at HASCON, IDW Publishing shared details about their upcoming relaunch of their G.I. Joe comic, now titled Scarlett's Strike Force. Via Paste Magazine, we now have additional details on the upcoming adventures of Skywarp and his teammates!
While this Joe relaunch was previously announced as G.I. Joe: Unmasked, its new title of Scarlett's Strike Force highlights the fact that this isn't just a Joe/M.A.S.K. team-up – Skywarp is still around, plus other Hasbro characters such as Adventure Team/Action Man baddie the Intruder will be joining the fold! And issue #1 will see them square off against the soldiers of the Army Ants toyline!
New artist Nelson Daniel is joined by returning writer Aubrey Sitterson, who gave an interview to Paste Magazine on the upcoming series:
Paste: What prompted the name change? Is there a shift in tone or mission statement with this new iteration?
Aubrey Sitterson: In the previous Joe series—by me, Giannis Milonogiannis and Lovern Kindzierski—Scarlett was the leader of a team that included not only Joes, but the Decepticon Skywarp, and in the new series, they'll be joined by Matt Trakker of M.A.S.K. as well as another face that might be familiar to long-time fans.
So, coming out of the First Strike event, we thought it made sense for the name of the book to speak to the nature of the team. Don't worry though—the reception to our unique take on G.I. Joe has been amazing, so there are no plans to stop giving you the bombastic, sci-fi-action-packed character drama that you deserve!
Paste: Should we expect a team shakeup or any new faces?
Sitterson: While the focus of the book will remain on the characters you know and love—including Scarlett, Roadblock, Salvo, Quick Kick and Skywarp—one of the G.I. Joe concept's greatest strengths is its deep roster. We'll be pulling from it, and even introducing the classic Action Man character, The Intruder, into the Hasbro Universe. Plus, our brand-new Cobra Commander has assembled an organization including Destro, Storm Shadow, Cesspool, Croc Master, Raptor and an army of new, serpentine Vipers.
Paste: What's Nelson Daniel bringing to the table? Is he getting an opportunity to redesign any Hasbro staples or put a new spin on the Joes the way Giannis Milonogiannis did?
Sitterson: The past few years, Nelson Daniel has been one of IDW's MVPs, with stunning runs on both Dungeons & Dragons and, most recently, Clue. Throughout, he's displayed a flawless understanding of sequential storytelling, with stunning action sequences and pitch-perfect character acting. Now he's getting a chance to put all of that to work in a book that, frankly, has everything. I'm talking laser guns, giant robots, kung fu, mutant ants, dinosaurs, snake-people, monster trucks and more—absolutely everything you want from an action comic.
While Nelson will be using Giannis' designs as a starting point, expect him to reinterpret them to fit his unique style, and also give his take on other debuting characters, just as he's already done with The Intruder and our new Vipers.
Paste: How are you continuing to stake your claim as the "Crown Jewel of the Hasbro Universe" in this new era? How does Scarlett's Strike Force raise the stakes?
Sitterson: The current G.I. Joe series ends with a new Cobra Commander, and in the First Strike tie-ins, we see just how powerful this reinvigorated Cobra is. So, what are the stakes in Scarlett's Strike Force? Absolutely everything—because that's what Cobra wants, and Scarlett's team is the only thing capable of stopping them. Their hunt for Cobra Commander and the fight to destroy Cobra will take them across the planet and even beyond, as they face threats that lean fully into the weird sci-fi/fantasy aspects of G.I. Joe.
G.I. Joe was The Crown Jewel of the Hasbro Universe, but we've made a decision to stop being so modest and start being 100% honest about what we're doing here. Scarlett's Strike Force isn't just The Crown Jewel of the Hasbro Universe, it's The Best Action Comic Ever.
Included with the interview was a selection of new artwork, including Nelson Daniel's covers for Scarlett's Strike Force #1 and #2 and his character designs for the Cobra Vipers and the Intruder, plus a preview of Ilias Kyriazis's art in the G.I. Joe and M.A.S.K. tie-ins to the First Strike event.
Plus, thanks to fellow Allspark reporter SoS, you can also check out video from today's IDW Hasbro Universe panel at HASCON!
Finally, head over to the Allspark Forums' dedicated Hasbro Universe thread to discuss the news with other fans!
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The Grand Theatre will be holding auditions for Fame on Friday, June 21, 2013 from 5:00 - 10:00 p.m. The Grand Theatre is located at 1575 South State Street, Salt Lake City.
Auditions will be held in the Annex Building, located in the South-east corner of the parking lot at 1610 South State Street, east of Salt Lake Community College's South City Campus. Dave Hanson will be directing the production, which will run October 10-26, 2013 at the Grand Theatre.
Rehearsals will begin in August.
Those interested in auditioning for the play can call the Grand Theatre box office at (801) 957-3322 to schedule an audition time. Each actor will be scheduled in 5-minute blocks and should select 16 bars of a Musical Theatre piece and a short 30-second monologue to perform. Dance combinations will be taught at the invitation-only callbacks.
For a complete list of roles and more information, visit: www.the-grand.org.


text: Swansea Bay Swansea Bay Bids for City Region Status MORE investment and job opportunities could be on the way to Swansea Bay if the area is successful in its bid to become a City Region. Research shows City Region status elsewhere in the UK and Europe in areas like Liverpool, Birmingham and Bilbao has helped drive economic growth. This is why the Welsh Government has asked areas interested in the status to submit supporting evidence as it considers the introduction of a City Region in Wales. Swansea, Carmarthenshire and Neath Port Talbot Councils have responded by putting forward a case for Swansea Bay. The supporting evidence points to links that already exist across the Swansea Bay area. They include the number of people who travel between the Council areas for work, good public transport links and an attractive tourism offer. An impressive selection of multi-national companies is also highlighted as well as the strength of innovation linked to the area's universities. Mark James, Carmarthenshire Council Chief Executive, said: "The range of multi-national companies across Swansea Bay like Tata Steel, Amazon and Virgin shows investors have confidence in the area as a whole. "All three universities in South West Wales also have a strong track record of collaboration through the Dragon Innovation Partnership while Swansea Metropolitan University, Trinity St David and the University of Wales are in process of merging to create a regional institution." Steve Phillips, Neath Port Talbot Council Chief Executive, said: "There's already an extensive track record of collaboration across the private, public and voluntary sectors in Swansea Bay. Examples include bodies like the South West Wales Economic Forum, the Regional Learning Partnership for South West Wales and the Swansea Bay Partnership that address economic and regeneration issues facing the region. "The call for evidence says City Regions with a population of more than 500,000 are strong drivers of economic growth. With a population of 667,700 in South West Wales, a Swansea Bay City Region would comfortably exceed that threshold. The strong commuting flows across the area also strengthen Swansea Bay's case." Jack Straw, Swansea Council's Chief Executive, said: "Adopting a City Region approach in Swansea Bay will provide a focus for setting economic policy and targeting investment in our key assets. "Working as a single entity with a common vision and shared priorities will ensure the region capitalises on its strengths. "Links in the area are already very strong and designation of City Region status would help improve Swansea Bay's economic performance."