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It's c-c-cold here! Cold and soggy. I still haven't turned the heat on though. I'm holding out just one more day at least. I've fallen in love with our gas and electric bill from the last couple of months and I'm not quite ready to let it go yet. I'm not in complete denial about the weather though so when Chase asked to make ginger bread boys I thought, why not?
So, I realize now that when she asked about gingerbread boys specifically that it should have tipped me off to the fact that she was referring to something specific. There's a gingerbread boy story right? Anyway, we found a recipe and mixed up the dough. I figured it would need to chill for a while but this particular recipe specified three hours! There was no way we were waiting that long so I just rolled it out extra carefully. Three hours, that's outrageous. So I roll it out, get the first one cut and then totally lose Chase because she can't do anything but watch the pan where we've put the first boy while repeating, 'don't let the gingerbread boy run away!' So we only baked off two and the rest of the dough ended up chilling for three hours after all. We didn't bother to decorate this time but maybe for Christmas. Gingerbread boys are delicious.
The pixie hat is finished! It took me about two weeks but I finally sat down and devoted an hour to finishing off the i cord. She actually likes it. But now she need a scarf! I learned so much from this simple project. Three needle bind off, changing colors and how to pick up stitches. All simple things I know, but I'm still a beginner. I love that the project is easy enough to complete with just enough challenge to leave you feeling like you really accomplished something. I cast on Ben's hat twice last night but had to pull it out both times. I can't remember what happened the first time but the second time I started knitting with the cast on tail and decided that I was done. Kind of like when you start almost sewing your fingers with the machine. It was time for bed.
Oh, and I finally found shoes for her! Finally. You have no idea. I found them way out in Charles County at Stride Rite. I decided I'd pay five bucks more than I would if I went out to Arundel Mills just to save myself the trip but they rang up a full ten dollars less than they were on the sticker. I got an excellent deal on these shoes. I'm thrilled. Nobody at work wants to hear about it anymore.
We're also finally getting spooky around here. I caved and put up a few decorations. That's the garland I've been working on. It borrows quite obviously from the goodnight garland. It's cute, I'm pretty happy with how it turned out. I'll be honest though, I kind of underestimated how much decoration we would need. You're looking at it, all of it. Time to do a little research about what else we can do. Hmm, I'm looking at this picture and seeing that it needs some adjustment… meh. I've already lost interest.
Last but not least, a few random bits. I returned Chase's old, nearly destroyed Sigg to Whole Foods today for a new one with the eco-liner and they exchanged it. No fuss no muss. Much easier than mailing it back to Sigg. Also had an ob appointment and was glad to hear her say that I shouldn't assume this baby will stay breach. She's a straight shooter I think she'd tell me if she really thought otherwise. She also told me she'd see me in two weeks. Two week appointments already?? She's scheduling me for another ultrasound between 34 and 36 weeks so we'll have a better idea of position by that time. Fingers crossed. Happy Friday!


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Tuesday, May 29–Friday, June 1, 2018 at Mingus Mountain Camp – Prescott Valley, AZ.
NATIVE HEALTH is pleased to announce the Living Well Traditionally (LWT) Youth Diabetes Prevention Camp, Tuesday, May 29–Friday, June 1, 2018 for Native American children, ages 9-12. LWT Summer Camp will be held at Mingus Mountain Camp – Prescott Valley, AZ.
Click here: 2018 LWT Registration & Physical Packet to download a Adobe PDF registration packet. There is a $65 registration fee per child. Scholarships are available.
Applications are only accepted when all forms are completed and registration fee is paid. Please read the entire packet with your child so everyone has a successful and enjoyable time. If you live in Maricopa County, physicals must be completed by a NATIVE HEALTH medical provider. Deadline for applications is Friday, May 18, 2018. NATIVE HEALTH provides transportation within 15 miles of our facilities, should you need a ride to see our providers.
NATIVE HEALTH is entering its 16th year offering American Indian/Alaskan youth tools to reduce the risk of developing Type 2 Diabetes. In addition to offering a fun outdoor camping experience, the LWT Summer Camp also provides education on the importance of nutrition, physical activity, self-esteem, diabetes prevention, and traditional activities.
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France alternate Adidas White keeper shirt as was worn once against South Africa on Group C match, 12 June 1998 at Stade Vélodrome, Marseille. Match that France won 3-0 over South Africa. The shirt was long-sleeve, but Fabien Barthez the keeper was cut sleeve with scissors because the FFF had not planned to short sleeve jersey although temperatures in this season were high.
The White shirt also were seen on the pre-season International match before World Cup 1998 against Norway on February 25, 1998.


text: Last week I was in Florida on a special trip. One afternoon I was in Downtown Disney, a fun shopping area with lots of cool stores, restaurants, and entertainment. It was a gorgeous day, not too hot, not too cold. People milled about everywhere and the atmosphere was hoppin'. I looked up into the sky and saw this. It was so cool! Such an incredible reminder to remember what is really important…a relationship with Jesus.


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Animalis Os Fortuna Tarot - Megan Weber
78 cards wrapped and well boxed, 3.5 x 5", LWB
Astounding black and white cards, each a tender work of art.
Allow the animals to speak to you! This deck was created for those who wanted a more unique vision while working with animals and the messages they share. The Artist's vision of the deck was to create a unique view using animals and bones to represent each card. Each major arcana card features a different animal and the suits have also been adapted to the animal kingdom. The deck itself has a macabre hint minus any gore and horror.
Animalis Os Fortuna: Animal Bone Fortune (Latin)
All original 78 cards and the border were hand drawn by Megan Weber.


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Despite having her baby hopes dashed by low fertility and a cheating husband, Khloe Kardashian is reportedly ready to try again with new beau French Montana.
"Khloe's smitten," claims a source of the relationship of six months, "and her goal is to get pregnant… soon!"
"She stayed with Lamar Odom through everything because she was dying for a baby," the source adds. "And she still is." They're not engaged, yet, but "she says she could see herself with French in the long run."
"It's a very sexual relationship," adds another source. "Khloe likes bad boys, and she wants to reform French."
Khloe recently said of dating French, "It's fun… I like how he's always happy. Smiles are infectious. They're contagious. I like that. French is just what I need right now."
On the new episode of Keeping up with the Kardashians, Khloe opens up for the first time about estranged husband Lamar Odom's cheating, admitting that she lied for him and hid it from her family.
In other news, it's claimed that French used to mock Khloe. "He had a lot to say about her," claims a source, adding that French is just using Khloe for her fame and he's already cheated.


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Madonna was the backdrop to my salad days.
From her first appearance on Top of the Pops as a slightly chubby, yet vibrant young woman, I followed her closely through my youth. Like many others, I puzzled over "Like a Virgin", wondering if people (read men) could really tell; counselled a schoolfriend who's Papa had no right to preach about anything while Madonna sang in the background; vogued with the best of them in my fag-hag days; had a beau whose appreciation of the "Justify my Love" video was not purely artistic, and excitedly but carefully cut open the metallic cover of SEX.
Madonna has always been a deeply political artist and one ahead of her time. She burst onto the music scene in the early 80s, along with the androgyny of Annie Lennox and Boy George coupled with the New Romanticism of Spandau Ballet and Soft Cell, while radical political discourse was dominated by second wave feminism and gay rights in an era of AIDS. The assertions of female sexuality through "Like a Virgin", "Hanky Panky" and "Justify my Love" brought a sex-positive feminism into mainstream culture, while "Papa don't Preach" spoke of the reproductive responsibilities that women bore as pre-marital sex became more acceptable.
With simulated female masturbation on stage, underwear as outerwear and the celebration of golden age movie stars, she added a sexual element into the power feminism of the late 80s, yet her association with and iconic status within the gay male community, the cross-dressing and lesbian flirtations undermined any attempts to contain her as an object for straight male consumption. Combined with the bondage and S&M imagery contained in SEX and "Justify my Love", she was the cultural ambassador of feminism's third wave. The religious imagery, from her first appearances adorned in crosses to the church setting of "Like a Prayer", which controversially featured a Black saint and burning crosses, speaks of her influence within ethnic discourse. These days, Madonna is white, her bleaching may not have been as dramatic as Michael Jackson's, yet once prominent origins as a Chicana Catholic, have been buried. Yet religion and ethnicity still plays a key role her artistic toolbox.
The show opened with Greek orthodox imagery, playing around with religious symbolism in "The Prayer Overture" before becoming notably darker. The implicit violence of "Girls Gone Wild", as the classical Christian imagery gave way to satanic allusions and was followed by gun-toting female mercenaries in "Revolver". The theme of violent and vengeful femininity continued in "Gang bang", as the on-stage body count teamed up with a blood smeared backdrop, before giving way to a re-arrangement of "Papa Don't Preach", no longer referencing teen pregnancy, but to the vengeance extracted on the bad girl, as she was bound and abducted by masked men, the vulnerability of women in a male dominated world, regardless of their assertiveness or power was laid bare, returning as a rock-chick, the quintessential icon of the survivor, in "I don't give a…"
A short video interlude bridged a change of tone, as Madonna returned to stage, toting a majorette stick in place of the gun. The white all-american symbol of the majorette was accompanied by fifties style pop-art for a classic poppy version of "Express Yourself. A band of toy soldiers joined the stage to provide a military backbeat for "Give me all your lovin' ". As the song finished, the Yankee drummers adopted a different beat, with distinct African influences, the dance shifting from a structured two step to a more expressive format, to introduce the "Best Friend" video interlude featuring Black male dancers, initially re-enacting a slavery scene followed by modern fight-style dance. A short medley of her most popular hits, precedes a disturbing rearrangement of "Justify my love", with robber dancers who adopt masques. "Turn up the Radio" saw the return of the rock chick, followed by the addition of Khalacan, a Basque folk band for "Open Your Heart" and "Masterpiece". A brief nod to Scottish culture in a Highland Dance style choreography preceeded the obligatory audience interaction.
Vogue saw the emergence of the classical conical bra encased in a corset with added hip emphasis as it overlaid masculine dress as Madonna emerged flanked with dancers with strong cross-dressing overtones. An assistant removed the corset for "Candy Shop" where underwear dressed women and topless males hinted at sex-industry imagery with a Madonna in the shirt and tie of power with masculine dance moves while "Erotic" wove between the verses. "Human Nature" saw Madonna regender as the shirt and tie were removed to expose the black bra beneath, and a hint of thong was given.
The video for "Nobody knows me", with a variety of faces: old, young, casual, formal, dressed in religious wear, disabled, including known political figures interlaced with some of her features spoke of a common humanity yet the morbid additions were as unsettling as the metallic nature of the melody and solipsistic edge of the lyrics , while gaolers and orange uniformed prisoners walked tightropes beneath the screen. "I'm a Sinner" referenced the all-american road trip while hobos jumped train. "Like a Prayer" followed saw the religious imagery reappear as the Madonna classic saw the young innocent girl of the video replaced by a more mature version.
The set ended with "Celebration" – a poppy upbeat song with 80s references to Tron and tetris. The song itself a reminder of her first hit "Holiday". An energetic Madonna looked tired, yet her singing and dance moves remained as professional as ever. A clear nod to her heyday, the 80s theme merely drew attention to her age. Throughout the rest of the show, she was timeless and classic. In this playing the teen icon she once was, she distracted from the more mature performer she had become. A lack of encore further deflated the audience.
The audience was notably less male and straight than might have been expected for the general population. Although there were a number of couples, there were also a high number of groups of female friends. Another notable demographic was mothers and daughters. On talking to some of the other audience members on the train home, where the chatter was all of the show, there was a notable disappointment in her lack of encore, and of the somewhat frequent video interludes. There was also a disappointment over the lack of her most famous hits, and if you had come along for "Singalonga Madonna", you had come to the wrong show.
At 53, Madonna is of an age where many women are starting to think of retirement. The sheer energy and stamina displayed in the complex dance routines is remarkable, while the quality of singing remained high throughout. But Madonna is not just a singer or a dancer, she is a performer and this was a stunning performance. The complex set-work, theatrical themes and brilliant choreography spoke of a clarity of purpose. This was no has-been trotting out hits to cater for an aging audience, this was the inspiration for a new generation.
This was a demonstration that Madonna is still fresh, still challenging kyriachy – undermining the norms, but with a darker and more mature edge than her previous frivolity. Issue of sex, gender and ethnicity were all explored but with added violence. Personally I was disappointed that there was no inclusion of "Material Girl", Madonna's mainstream piece of work with an economic focus, for after all we live in a material dialectical world and I am a material dialectical kindof girl.
For all the cultural progressiveness the hard economics of her shows are troubling. I was lucky enough to see this show only because I managed to nab one of the free tickets accidentally released by TicketMaster (thanks TicketMaster – appreciate it!). At £60-£140 a ticket and no concessions, (although VIP Packages available) this show is out of pocket money price range, excluding the young and the marginalised.
More troublingly she broke the boycott of Israel in opening her tour in Tel Aviv. Addressing the audience directly, she stated
"I chose to start my world tour in Israel for a very specific and important reason. As you know, the Middle East and all the conflicts that occur here and that have been occurring for thousands of years, they have to stop. You can't be a fan of mine and not want peace in the world.
For one who has consistently questioned the role of power, it shows a remarkable ignorance of Middle Eastern affairs – implying that just wanting peace is enough. If Madonna had ever "wanted peace" her work would be far more dull – it is the continual challenge it presents that gives it the edge. The stooshie kicked up by the Boycott, Disinvestment and Sanctions campaign saw 600 free tickets distributed to Palestinian activists, many of whom declined them on principle, yet the inability of Palestinian fans to cross the checkpoints to attend the concert and the segregation of the crowd merited no mention. The imposition of a swastika on the face of Le Pen generated many column inches, yet only allusion to the occupied territory was from one of Madonna's backup dancers, Ali Ramadani in a tweet. Like Phil Collins before, who played apartheid era South Africa, Madonna's concert gives a legitimacy to the Israeli state which is undeserved.
Overall, the concert was dark, mature and original. The pink cowboy hats, neon legwarmers and diamante t-shirts looked out of place, belonging to another Madonna – the Madonna that was parodied at the end. As she starts to look to her crone years, the benefits of wisdom and maturity applied to the lessons learned of her earlier incarnations can only further her status as a cultural anti-kyriarchial icon.


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Just spent the weekend back on Jemesa's farm in Cornwall – great to see the progress and the Strawbridge tribe, there's even a vinyard now planted alongside the two wind turbines, solar heating, pigs, chickens, geese, ducks, dogs, cats and poly-tunnels.
Mesa and I also visited the Eden Project (2 miles from New House Farm). I wasn't quite prepared for the site that greeted us as we walked over the brow of the hill. The former clay quarry is incredbly inspiring as an enterprise, vision of what the future could be like and as an experience in the tropical biodome that takes you straight back to Vorovoro.


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CORE Education Trust is inspired and guided by its four CORE values of Collaboration; Opportunity; Respect and Excellence. The Trust is led by some of Birmingham's leading education and business leaders. The Trust works with high profile partners, Birmingham City Football Club, the Tennis Foundation and The Birmingham Rep. Theatre.
Jewellery Quarter Academy (JQA) opened in 2014. It puts the education and learning experience of students at the heart of everything. As a result, it is a successful, growing, over-subscribed inner city school. For further information about the academy, please visit the website.
We are looking to appoint an ICT Network Manager to our team of support staff.
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For an informal discussion please contact Julian Wigley at the Academy on 07823 354049
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Leave it to Hollywood to try to make a movie out of something that got popular in no time. It seems that we may be getting a possible movie adaptation of Rockstars recent hit western game, Red Dead Redemption, and that Brad Pitt may be out John Marston (the main character of the game). If you haven't played the RDR game, it's an open world game set in the old west of 1911. The game has been selling well and has received many good reviews so it may not be a big surprise that Hollywood wants to make a movie out of it.
What do you guys think? You think Hollywood will be faithful and produce a good western flick or are we going to get something crappy since that is the faith of most video game movies? If this does indeed happen, I would like to see some people jumping off cliffs with their horses and see the awesome rag doll mechanic work its magic.
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On the Road with Nick Griffin – three of Nick's talks from Europe. ResReports, Jack Sen, to focus on Khan's destruction of London and Amber Rudd's madness next week
This week we wanted to do something a little different - share some of Nick's most recent talks from the continent. Resistance Radio believes that they shouldn't just be for people fortunate enough to be able to absorb them on the continent, as they're that good! Our youngest host, little Alex, introduces Nick's chat from Germany.
We are also sharing a previously unreleased edition of the Resistance Report with Nick Griffin and Jack Sen. It deals with developiong home grown right wing media like Resistance Radio to promote a political movement.
We also expect to release a new Resistance Report later this week, where Jack and Nick will discuss the West's desire to see our god given right to free speech limited farther still. The pair will also address London's shocking crime rates and discuss Sadiq Khan's role in the capital's demise.
"The Left blames Tory cuts for the mess, when in fact it's their beloved Khan's refusal to let the Met police continue to stop and search known criminals that's to blame for the skyrocketing rise in knife crime. In fact since Khan took office, London's youth murder rates have almost doubled (up 170%) and rates of violent crime are reaching American ghetto levels!" Jack Sen told us over the phone.
"Whenever a man like Khan takes over a city - someone who puts ideology, his people and his religion over the wellbeing of the indigneous population and good of the country - the city devolves into madness, as it has under Khan. Look at Baltimore, Detroit and Malmo where minority populations have taken those once thriving cities hostage as an example of what's to come." Sen concluded.
Frightening thought.
Enjoy this week's releases in the interim.
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Nick's thoughts from his time in Germany. Introduced by little Alex.
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If a drunk driver causes an accident in which the passenger riding in the car is injured, is the passenger entitled to recovery for damages, or should the passenger have known not to even get in the car in the first place? Here in Pennsylvania as in many other states, this concept of "comparative negligence" may affect a lawsuit and how much compensation an injured passenger can recover.
OSHA: Finger injuries among most common in Pennsylvania
Workplace injuries can happen in any occupation, even serious ones. According to recent data made available by the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), when it comes to "severe" injuries, Pennsylvania workers are most at risk of serious finger injuries.


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Happy Thursday! The count down begins to my cruise! Only 14 more days until I'm lounging in Barcelona, Spain awaiting my ship! So the huge question on my mind as the day gets closer is what do I wear? I think most girls tend to worry about this! So I put together a few outfits … Continue reading
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There's nothing like the months where winter turns into spring. The feeling of being free and bright after bundling up for those long cold months is probably one of the best feelings I personally have. I love shopping for the new bright spring clothes and looking at the "it" colors. Here are some of my Spring 2013 … Continue reading
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Yesterdays Outfit 1-White button down- Express 2- Coral pants- Townhouse in Hoboken 3- Boots- Clarks What I'm currently reading: I just started it so I hope it's good! Favorite Quote "My son, the battle is between two wolves inside us all. "One is Evil – It is anger, envy, jealousy, sorrow, regret, greed, arrogance, self-pity, … Continue reading
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This weekend is a Yoga teacher training weekend. We are almost done and I will be a 200-hour certified yoga teacher! I can't wait! Once I'm done with this training, in March, I am getting certified in Kids yoga! Today in teacher training we went over alignment. If you are ever in a class and … Continue reading


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"The lack of a sense of history is the damnation of the modern world." – Robert Penn Warren
To fully appreciate our right and privilege to vote, we must look back at our country's past and understand all we have gone through as a nation during the course of history. Only by connecting our realities to our collective past can we make wise decisions in the present, which in turn may have a hand in determining our future.
According to history, we were not always free to exercise our right to vote.
During the pre-colonial period, there were no elections for ruling authorities in the Philippines. Our government was based more on kinship, traditions, and customs. Our elections and other democratic institutions were products of American colonialism and were patterned from Western models. The first presidential election was held on September 15, 1935.
Youth like us were not considered 'mature' or 'experienced' enough to vote. In the United States of America, 18 year-olds only started to vote in 1972. Inevitably, our country had soon followed. During this time in the Philippines, Martial Law has just been declared by Ferdinand Marcos. In 1972, a new Constitution was drafted.
"In the 1935 constitution, the president was the head of government and state and was popularly elected, but in the new constitution, the president was just the ceremonial head of state elected from among the members of the parliament." [Teehankee, J., Electoral Politics in the Philippines] This constitution gave the president direct powers and the right to remain in office beyond the expiration of his term.
Moreover, this new constitution also stated that voting age would be lowered from twenty one to eighteen. I consider this revolutionary for our youth.
So why should young people vote?
Because finally, young adults have been given a voice in the process of nation-building. We can have a say in the shaping of our law and government. However little influence we hold, it exists and it matters.It should matter because we have a big stake in this. This year, the Commission on Elections (COMELEC) claims that almost 45% of the 52 million registered Filipino voters are youth aged 18- 30. Through a united vote, we could determine the elects. So voting becomes, not only necessary, but also crucial.
Who we choose to become leaders of our country could also determine the fate of the next years of our lives. Voting is our right and our privilege. It took a while for our predecessors to gain this right and pave the way so let us not let it go to waste. Instead, let's claim it and embrace it. Let us not allow anybody to invalidate our experiences and our opinions and our cries concerning our country. Because in the end, this is our futures at stake.
As young as we are, we must make an investment to be involved, to educate and be educated. Soon, we would be the adults with mouths to feed and with jobs to juggle. We would be the ones burdened to abide by the law and pay our taxes. You get the idea. So let us not take our position in this country for granted. Let us not be apathetic and indifferent. Because just as we examine the events of our history and the choices our ancestors made, so we would also be examined by our children and our descendants. Let us be informed, let us be involved and let us choose wisely and compassionately. History has its eyes on us.


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Versus: The Way To Shadow
Darius is a Jedi on the run, maybe even the last of his order which was reduced to nothing by what we now call the empire. Like everything which is rare, he's tracked relentlessly. By the ...
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Short post by Ron Edmondson on the differences between leaders and managers, the need for both, and the strain when someone naturally inclined toward one area ends up functioning in the other.
His thoughts are prompted by a book "Reviewing Leadership", particularly this quote:
"Leadership and management are two distinct yet related systems of action. They are similar in that each involves influence as a way to move ideas forward, and both involve working with people. Both are also concerned with end results. Yet the overriding functions of leadership and management are distinct. Management is about coping with complexity – it is responsive. Leadership is about coping with change – it too is responsive, but mostly it is proactive. More chaos demands more management, and more change always demands more leadership. In general, the purpose of management is to provide order and consistency to organizations, while the primary function of leadership is to produce change and movement."
Too many times we ask good managers to be great leaders or good leaders to be great managers. The problem with being in the wrong fit is we tend to burn out more quickly when we are not able to live out our giftedness. In addition, we frustrate the people we are supposed to be leading or managing and ultimately we keep the organization from being the best it can be.
Read his whole post here.


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By Steve on Wednesday, February 13, 2019I purchased the 2019 Hyundai Kona Limited, which has the Turbo. I wanted a small SUV that would have quick acceleration and great handling. I mostly drive alone, and so did not need a ton of room, or third row seating. So far, this vehicle has exceeded my expectations. The styling is eye catching, the quality excellent. The vehicle is loaded with technology. I bought it on New Years Eve, and got an awesome deal. I could not be happier with this purchase.
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By Q.Everything. on Saturday, February 02, 2019The car drives well overall and especially well in the snow. Acceleration onto the highway is OK to good but engine revs high to 6000rpm plus before shifting sometimes. Comfortable. My overall feeling about the size is that it is a little smaller than I would like. I had a Hyundai Touring model for nine years and it was just the right size, small but not too small. The Kona is a bit too tight for traveling with outdoor gear for more than one person.
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The Best Subcompact suv for 2018.
By Tony on Monday, January 14, 2019The 2018 Hyundai Kona is a complete package, best warranties, unique styling, affordable price, excellent quality inside and out, fast acceleration compared to all its competitors, loaded with safety features that may be optional or not available to its competitors. Comfort ride, handling and great looks does not comes together most of the time except the 2018 Kona limited trim.Mechanical-I like the 1.6 turbo,175 hp/195 lbs. of torque with AWD and DCT transmission paired altogether, acceleration is awesome. The KONA Limited trim is the perfect subcompact suv that i purchased to replace my 98 MB C230.I will do an update in March 2019.
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KELLOGG — The Hecla Charitable Foundation has once again stepped up and supported a local organization that is working to change things for the better in the Silver Valley.
First in March, then again in August, the Charitable Foundation stepped up to give two separate donations totaling $6,000 to the Silver Valley branch of CASA — or Court Appointed Special Advocates.
CASA is a mostly volunteer organization that trains advocates to investigate child protection cases and report their findings to the court. They talk to anyone that is involved in their assigned child's life to get a sense of what their needs are. These reports can then be used by judges when determining what course of action to take in legal matters involving that CASA represented child.
Shoshone County CASA supervisor Jessica Cagle said that the first $1,000 donation went toward a luncheon/recruiting event that brought in three new volunteers to the organization.
The addition of these volunteers is huge for Silver Valley CASA, since there are still several child cases that cannot be assigned due to there being so few advocates.
The second $5,000 donation, Cagle explained, will not only go toward helping the assigned children by providing them with much needed items (such as school supplies, toys, care equipment, etc.), but it will also help spread awareness of CASA.
"This is our first donation, so we are really excited to be able to decided what we need to do next with it," she added.
Hecla's decision to choose Silver Valley CASA as the recipient of these funds had a lot to do with a glowing recommendation from Mike Dexter, a retired consultant with the Hecla Charitable Foundation.
"About three months ago, I was asked by Hecla folks in Coeur d'Alene to learn what I could about CASA in the Silver Valley," he explained. "Honestly, I didn't know much. I went to the courthouse and met with the district court judge, Scott Wayman … and he could not have spoken more favorably of the CASA effort. Then he told me he was convinced there would not be an attorney in North Idaho that I could find that would not echo his sentiments."
With this kind of positive feedback, it was a no-brainer for the Hecla Charitable Foundation.
Hecla President and CEO Phil Baker, with support of the company's Board of Directors, created the Hecla Charitable Foundation in 2007, which was initially seeded with company stock.
"The foundation's mission is to enhance the quality of life and to promote the social, environmental, and economic sustainability and development of those communities where Hecla has operations and activities," Baker said.
Within the overall mission of contributing to worthwhile local projects, the foundation focuses its efforts in four areas: education, community programs, youth activities and health services.
In 2009, the very first grants were awarded from the foundation, which has now grown from the initial stock advances and some periodic cash infusions to a self-sustained program with more than $6 million asset value.


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Halliburton needs Country and Area Reliability Manager to join its workforce in Nigeria.
We are looking for the right people — people who want to innovate, achieve, grow and lead. We attract and retain the best talent by investing in our employees and empowering them to develop themselves and their careers. Experience the challenges, rewards and opportunity of working for one of the world's largest providers of products and services to the global energy industry.
Under general autonomy, responsible for driving culture of Right People (competency and development), Right Process and Right Equipment in operations. Accountable for participating in Field Operations Review (FOR) in the area of responsibility and for planning FOR and Self audits in all the locations within the area of responsibility and plans FOR auditor training as necessary. Responsible for review and reporting of all Service Quality (SQ) matters within a given area or country. Reviews and audits data accuracy in online systems to include but not limited to CPI and SUMMIT/ORION. Assists Country/Area Manager with planning and execution of new start-ups in country/area of responsibility. Skills typically acquired through completion of an undergraduate degree in engineering or similar discipline and 7+ years of energy services field operations experience. Job role requires subject matter expertise in the field operations of the PSL in which work is performed and the ability to understand PSL operations at the area level.
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Base of operations: China
I favored learning English ever since my high school days. I achieved my college degree at Najing Institute of Meterology, but as weather changes so did I, and I worked full-tme for China Netcom in computer assisted communications. Now I lose the job of China Netcom, so I am a hiking guide full time.
My experiences at the M14895 are vast. Some portions are so difficult to climb I don't even offer them. Others are so easy and so crowded that they too, are ignored. This website pins down the best the Great Wall has to offer the adventurer in a 2 day immersion. I have thought this trip out well and leave no loose ends.
1. How long has the business been operating and how did it start?
We have been guide wild great trip since 2005.
2. What is your company's mission?
Mission is to take people who love wild wall to enjoy the wild wall.
3. What does your company specialize in?
Specialize in just wild wall and only Jiankou great wall, familia with every brick and small track.
4. Who is the founder or owner of the company and briefly describe his/her past activities?
I am the founder of the M14895, my name is Wang Ping, I am 38 years old and I grew up here and I am an outdoor lover. Enjoy hiking. I am a bachelor of meteorology.
5. What is your most popular travel package and why?
Jiankou wild wall is the only and best package since the place is so nice that I never get tired of it even after guiding 100 times, now I have guided over 100 time.
6. What is the best compliment you received from a client?
The best compliment and almost everybody give the comliment is "high light of asian trip", "life time experience".
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Agenda — District 117 school board
The Jacksonville School District 117 school board will meet in regular session at 7 p.m. today at Jacksonville High School. There will be a Committee of the Whole meeting at 6 p.m. to discuss districtwide boundaries.
Among the items on the agenda are:
- Consideration of emergency and crisis response plans
- Discussion of a resolution providing for the issuance of not more than $15 million in general obligation school bonds for the altering, repairing and equipping school buildings and facilities and improving school sites of the district


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When was the moment you knew you wanted to become a chef?
I knew I wanted to cook for a living after high school. I was working locally in a fine dining restaurant, and I had heard of this culinary school in Pittsburgh doing an open house locally, so I went.
What's your favorite dish to cook at the moment?
That's difficult. Anything local I can find that is in season, items that are sort of off the beaten path. Things most people in my area are not quite using. I've been researching several different varieties of the vegetables we get and comparing flavors, textures.
Who is a chef you really admire and why?
Currently, Dan Barber. I've always had a respect for him, but the more I read about him, the more I appreciate what he is trying to do for the industry. Sustainability is paramount. Not using a farm's main crop. Using things they usually put to the wayside. I also appreciate his "quality over quantity" approach. Breeding and growing vegetables for flavor, not yield.
What has been the most rewarding moment of your career thus far?
Most recently I was asked to cook a course at the James Beard House in NYC for the "Wild About Game Dinner" held by Fossil Farms, a local wild game company I use out of New Jersey. I decided on doing the dessert course, which was very challenging.
What is the biggest challenge of your career?
The biggest challenge of my career is trying to maintain some balance between work and being a father to both my sons. It's very difficult at times.
You're on a desert island. What chef's tool do you bring with you?
If I were stuck on an island I'd bring a serrated knife. Might need to build a shelter or saw through a coconut!
What's your favorite guilty pleasure food?
Store bought ramen, but with lemongrass paste, curry and vegetables.
What's the greatest lengths you have traveled to produce a dish or find an ingredient?
I have sourced ingredients from several parts of the United States just for one dish. It took a lot of planning, timing and organization.
What advice would you give up-and-coming chefs?
My advice to upcoming Chef's would be to travel and to read. Work in a different country. Different cities. Do it while you are young. Absorb as much knowledge as you can, and always have several books by your side. Philosophy, books about nature. Cookbooks.
How would you describe your cooking philosophy in five words or less?
Fundamental. Abstract. Whimsical. Ironic. Fresh.
If you could have one chef superpower, what would it be?
A complete understanding of every cooking technique ever used in the history of Culinary Arts.
What's your favorite food city and what's your favorite dish there?
One of my favorite food cities is Philadelphia. I love going down to the noodle houses for a steaming bowl of pho.
What's an ingredient that you've changed your mind about over your career?
Offal. Early in my career I did not have a true understanding of it. Over time, I was taught how to work with every part of the animal. Wasting none. It takes a certain amount of skill and knowledge to make say, tripe pleasing to the palate.
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Welcome to the Soapstone WOW blog – the information and discussion hub for Soapstone Women of Wonder. We hope you will visit often and share your thoughts, questions and suggestions. We also love guest bloggers, so if you have something to share – a photo, perspective, an inspiring experience – just say the word.
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Julie Telgenhoff| The Federal Reserve is a privately-owned, for-profit corporation that is owned by private banks and is neither federal or has reserves. It was chartered under a guise of deceit in 1913.
The Federal Reserve is NOT a part of the US government, and the name is a deception to make Americans think it operates in American public interests.
The Federal Reserve is an evil institution that has impoverished the people of the United States and is bankrupting our federal government. Most Americans have no understanding of the international money lenders.
All our money is based upon government debt, and the solution lies in reforming our banking system. That is why talk about paying off the national debt without reforming our banking system is an impossibility. It will never happen.
"The Borrower is always servant to the Lender!"
The Federal Reserve operates outside the control of the U.S. Congress and manipulates the credit. The Federal Reserve has total control; it's the largest single creditor of the United States.
"I think the Federal Reserve has strong institutional credibility, and it is a strong institution, highly competent institution, and it's independent, it's nonpartisan, and I am not particularly concerned about the political environment for the Federal Reserve. I think the Fed will be—continue to be an important institution in the United States and that it will maintain its independence going forward." – Former FED Chairman Ben Bernanke
Want to make a difference?
Take the TIME to WATCH the below video and pass it on. Our children's future is on the line and their total enslavement unless we understand HOW the monetary system works. Our government-controlled schooling system is certainly not teaching it so it is up to us, especially parents, to do that work. This might be a good TIME (true currency) spent with your family by viewing this documentary together over the weekend so bookmark this page if you are unable to watch it now. You will not regret the amazing amount of self-education you will receive by viewing this well detailed documentary "The Money Masters", by Bill Still. If you have never seen it before, you and your loved ones will get a history lesson never before learned nor will it be taught by the public schooling system, controlled by the government, and therefore, YOU have a responsibility to not only educate yourself, but do the same for others. Thanks for doing your part.
"The Money Masters" is a 1996 three and a half hour non-fiction, historical documentary film that discusses the concepts of money, debt, taxes, and describes their development from biblical times onward. It also covers the history of fractional-reserve banking, central banking, monetary policy, the bond market, and the Federal Reserve System in the United States.
"The Money Masters" [Full Documentary] and PLEASE SUBSCRIBE TO BILL STILL'S FACEBOOK PAGE SINCE HE DESERVES OUR SUPPORT FOR THIS GREAT WORK HE PRODUCED FOR US. Thank you. – A Sheep No More


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No one is going to nominate the Lansing City Council for a profile in courage.
After declaring itself a sanctuary city last week, the body has announced a meeting to rescind that declaration. It's scheduled for 6:30 tonight in the Council chambers on the 10th floor of City Hall.
Judi Brown Clarke, an at-large Councilwoman and mayoral candidate, issued a press statement Tuesday in which she shared credit with Councilwoman At- Large Carol Wood for the special session. She said the term "sanctuary city" had become a "negative distraction" that "undermined our ability to state how we embrace our community and remain fiscally diligent."
Lansing Mayor Virg Bernero also issued a statement reasserting the city would "resist" turning Lansing officials into "de facto immigration agents." That followed his executive order last week to the same effect.
The move comes after the city has been buffeted by criticism from conservatives, including U.S. Rep. Mike Bishop, R-Rochester, who blasted the action as "reckless." But the biggest game changer may have been the combined pressure of the Lansing and Michigan chambers of commerce.
Last Thursday, their leaders wrote the Council "respectfully" requesting the body amend the resolution to remove the reference to "sanctuary city."
Tim Daman, president and CEO of the Lansing Regional Chamber, said Mayor Virg Bernero's executive order took "welcoming city right up to the line without using the term sanctuary city," but the City Council went too far by amending a Welcoming City Resolution to declare Lansing a sanctuary city, which "potentially puts the federal and wtate funding at risk" and expressed "full support" for Bernero's executive order. The order says Lansing officials, including police, are prohibited inquiries about immigration status, except as required by court order or law. It also says Lansing Police can't detain a person solely on a federal immigration detainer without a valid judicial warrant accompanying it. And it prohibits officials from reaching out to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to identify a person except in cases of a "serious crime" investigation.
The City Council resolution was essentially icing on the cake. Bernero's order, which never mentions sanctuary city, is what could land the city on the federal government's list of sanctuary jurisdictions, not the sanctuary city declaration. A review of February's detainer reports from ICE, the latest available, shows that municipalities have been listed specifically for refusing to honor ICE detainers. That list could serve as the basis of the President Donald Trump's clawback against the sanctuary city movement and result in the suspension of federal dollars to those areas.
Here's the thing on those sanctuary jurisdictions: the federal government still has not defined what constitutes one, at least according to a federal court filing in a case brought by Santa Clara County, Calif., challenging Trump's executive order.
Moreover, the concern expressed by the chambers that Lansing is in danger of losing $6.5 million appears to be significantly overstated. A better estimate is about $3.3 million. Here's why:
U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions acknowledged the funding currently at risk will be U.S. Justice Department grants under 8 U.S.C. Section 1373, a provision of federal immigration law.
Bernero's executive order specifically states his order is not intended to or shouldn't be construed to limit activities mandated by Section 1373.
Additionally, federal court rulings require federal grant restrictions be related to the grant purpose. In the last budget year, about $3.2 million, just under half of the supposedly threatened federal funding, came from departments other than Justice.
While mayoral candidate Brown Clarke has made her position clear, opponent Andy Schor said he didn't have an opinion on the special meeting and resolution to rescind last week's action.
He said he is "going to watch and follow" the meeting to see what the logic and intention of the resolution are.
To rescind the resolution, Council will need to garner five votes. It appears Councilwoman At-Large Kathie Dunbar, Fourth Ward Councilwoman Jessica Yorko and Second Ward Councilwoman Tina Houghton will hold fast to their support for the sanctuary city resolution. Wood and Brown Clarke are likely to be joined by Third Ward Councilman Adam Hussain and First Ward Coun cilwoman Jody Washington, who were both absent for the April 3 vote on the resolution.
That leaves Council President Patricia Spitzley, who has said during the 10-week sanctuary city debate that she was uncomfortable because the term was ill-defined. She is a likely yes since she voted against the sanctuary city amendment last week and exercised her authority as president to grant Brown Clarke and Wood's request for a special meeting. But she did vote last week for the Welcoming City Resolution that included the amendment to call Lansing a sanctuary city.
If she joins with Wood and Brown Clarke, the resolution will likely go down, 5-3. But if she stands on her April 3 vote, the effort will fail on a tie, 4 to 4.
If the resolution passes the Council tonight, it faces a final hurdle. According to Lansing City Clerk Chris Swope, the mayor has the authority to veto it, which would take six votes to overcome. Given that Houghton, Yorko and Dunar have steadfastly backed sanctuary city status throughout the months of debate, that seems unlikely.
Bernero is playing the veto question close to the vest. He's mum on whether he will take the action.
As for the Council's special meeting, the mayor was uncharacteristically blaise.
"City Council's recent statement of principle on immigration policy is commendable and defensible, but they are an independent legislative body that must answer to the voters for their actions."


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Frost's work in the Levant raised questions about sea level change and its impact on coastal landscapes more than 50 years ago – questions which remain central to maritime archaeological research in the region, but also to research into submerged sites and maritime geoarchaeology across the world. At the same time, maritime archaeological ideas about the dynamic relationship between land and sea, and crucially the notion of seascapes, have proven integral to an agenda-setting, new body of research into understandings of coasts and maritime space across the humanities, geography and social sciences.
This project will map a history of Frost's engagements with sites in the Levant (primarily Byblos, alongside Tyre and Sidon in Lebanon). Drawing on archival research and interviews, it will explore the questions she sought to answer about these sites, the innovative hypotheses she developed in response, and the ways in which she tried to demonstrate them (see for e.g. Frost 1964, 1966). Alongside this, the project will trace the history of maritime archaeological ideas about seascapes. Frost's ideas about sea-level change and the connections and changes, sometimes dynamic over time, between land and sea will be examined in the context of early maritime archaeological disciplinary interest in looking at the land from the sea. It will trace this idea through the later focus on integrating 'terrestrial' and 'maritime' archaeology, and, finally, to new ideas about the coast (which is no longer seen as a boundary, but as part of a seamless, lived space that needs to be conceptualised and studied as a whole). And, finally, it will consider the impact of these maritime archaeological discussions on wider academic discourse about coasts and maritime space.
The project will produce both a history of a key maritime archaeological idea – the notion of the seascape – and a history of Frost's work on submerged sites of the coastal Levant. In bringing these two histories together, it will also explore how site-specific questions have influenced broader philosophical ideas about seascapes, and their interplay over time as the academic discourse around these ideas matures and research into specific sites continues.
The project will run for 10 months until February 2018. It is a pilot for a larger, histories of maritime archaeology project that draws on Frost's work and examines histories of maritime archaeological practices, of underwater cultural heritage, of professionalization and of maritime archaeological writing: 'Writing Honor: Archaeology, History and (Auto)Biography'.


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Our Team
Josie Hunt
Director & Writer
Josie went straight to university after finishing school, studying Theatre & Performance Studies at the University of Bristol. Over her three years at uni she was involved in many productions, primarily as an actor, director and stage manager. Her interest for children's theatre emerged in her final year, when she completed a work placement with Travelling Light Theatre and wrote an extended essay on 'how children read Harry Potter and the Cursed Child'.
In March 2017, Josie and Imogen worked together to stage an ambitious production of Maurice Maeterlinck's fairytale, The Blue Bird. Since leaving university, Josie has balanced a variety of jobs: teaching children's drama classes, presenting study skills seminars, organising children's parties and working for The Room Above Theatre.
Imogen Senter
Production Manager & Set Designer
Before University, Imogen spent five years working with children as an English Language teacher in Spain, and continued to nanny alongside her studies when she moved to Bristol in 2014. Throughout her Theatre Studies degree Imogen took a passionate interest in production elements of theatre, focusing primarily on Lighting & Set Design.
In 2016 Imogen put her energies into the historical side of theatre and became a Research Intern with Catherine Hindson at the University. That year she was also awarded the Geraldine Mendez Award, in conjunction with Bristol Old Vic, due to her engagement with the archives at the Theatre Collection. Imogen currently works as a Production Assistant and Lighting Technician at Bristol Old Vic.
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Tom Titherington
Anna MacArthur
Casey Lloyd
Lydia Johnston
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Ollie Velasco – Digital Designer
Oliver Luddy – Photography & Film
Emma Hughes – Animation
India Miller – Costume Designer
Lisa Williamson & Megan Atkinson – Media Interns
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Could there be a Dallas Cowboys and a DeMarco Murray reunion in the works? According to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport the Dallas Cowboys, Seattle Seahawks, and the Oakland Raiders could inquire about trading for running back DeMarco Murray.
After signing a five year-40 million deal with the Philadelphia Eagles running back DeMarco Murray and the Eagles seem to be on the verge on parting ways.
Murray rushed for 702 yards for six touchdowns in the city of brotherly love last year and has not lived up to the monster contract he signed. If the Eagles decide to cut Murray before June 1st they would take a salary cap hit of 13 million dollars.
#CowboysNation would you welcome a DeMarco Murray and a Dallas Cowboys Reunion? Yes or No
The #Eagles and RB DeMarco Murray appear headed towards a stare down on his future https://t.co/xggt92yVnP
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) February 4, 2016
Keep an eye on the #Seahawks, #Cowboys and #Raiders as this develops… https://t.co/OCP3dn0ZI3
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text: From a group of freed slaves in Civil War-era Washington , Metropolitan Baptist had grown into a modern-day megachurch and community service powerhouse. In 2006, construction began on the congregations dream complex in Largo, Md. a $30 million campus with a 3,000-seat church, an education center and an 1,100-car parking lot.


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An anonymous benefactor has donated funds to help a postgraduate student undertake a 3-year Ph.D. study scholarship in the Law of the Sea. This was announced today by the Research, Innovation and Development Trust (RIDT) of the University of Malta.
The scholarship will be awarded by the IMO International Maritime Law Institute (IMLI), following receipt of applications from eligible IMLI and the Law and the Mediterranean Academy of Diplomatic Studies (MEDAC) graduates, and also from the University's academic staff. Preference will be given to applications focussing on climate change. Submissions close on 15th February 2013.
Under the auspices of the International Maritime Organization, IMLI is a world recognised centre for the training of law graduates in international maritime law.
It also contributes to the development and dissemination of knowledge and expertise in international maritime law, with special reference to the international regulations and procedures for safety and efficiency of shipping and the prevention of marine pollution.
"This is indeed a noble gesture by a special individual. The University of Malta, would like to thank the anonymous donor for making this award possible, and invites affluent private individuals to follow this example as the whole Maltese society can benefit from a culture that promotes research and development as an economic tool," said RIDT's CEO Wilfred Kenely.
Candidates are asked to submit a copy of both the applicant's degrees and the academic transcripts, together with a CV and a project proposal not exceeding 12,000 characters. Applications are to be addressed to The CEO, Research, Innovation and Development Trust, University of Malta, Valletta Campus, St. Paul's Street, Valletta, VLT1216, Malta.
RIDT was established by the University of Malta to bolster investment in research and development on a national level. As the University expands its sphere of research projects, it is increasingly becoming more reliant on patronage and sponsorships from private and corporate bodies. Further information on RIDT and the IMLI Postgraduate Award can be obtained by visiting the site www.ridt.org.mt


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Cane Pole Fishing Hole Derby
The Alamance County Spring Fishing Derby is slated for 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. April 2 at Cedarock Park's fishing pond. People can bring their cane fishing poles and worms will be provided. Anyone can fish, but contests will be held for children between the ages of 5 and 12 for the biggest and the most fish caught. A limited number of cane poles will be available for use. This is a free and public event with no registration required. For more information. visit www.alamance-nc.com/recreation, email email@example.com, or call (336) 229 2410. Cedarock Park is located at 4242 R. Dean Coleman Rd, Burlington, NC 27215.
Burlington Garbage and Recycling Holiday Changes
Garbage and Recycling Schedules will be modified during the week of March 27 in observation of the Easter Holiday: Monday (March 28) routes will be collected on Tuesday (March 29), Tuesday (March 29) routes will be collected on Wednesday (March 30). Thursday and Friday routes will remain normal.
Union Bridge Paddle Access Complete
The Union Bridge Paddle Access — the 14th and final paddle access in the Alamance County portion of the Haw River Paddle Trail — has been completed. This wraps up more than 10 years of work and completes nearly 40 miles of paddle trail through Alamance County. The access is located on Greensboro-Chapel Hill Road. For more information, visit www.thehaw.org or call 336-229-2380.
TriGig, including city of Burlington, is requesting proposals for next-generation broadband infrastructure
The TriGig coalition is asking Internet service providers to submit proposals for the next-generation broadband infrastructure.
Burlington, Greensboro, High Point, Guilford County, UNC-Greensboro, N.C. A&T State University and the Piedmont Triad Regional Council have partnered to encourage the development of high-speed broadband networks to meet the technological needs of current and future businesses, educational institutions, healthcare and local residents.
The collaboration, known as TriGig, seeks to work with Internet service providers to make available access to a common pool of assets, services and infrastructure to support gigabit-speed broadband throughout the community. For more information, visit http://www.ptrc.org/index.aspx?page=611.


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I have been making wooden spoons for a while now. I make them mostly out of Osage, Walnut, Cherry, and Cedar. Here they are.
A large Osage spoon and two spatulas.
slotted spoon.
This spoon I made out of purpleheart wood, a very tough wood.
Here is a walnut bowl and two cherry spoons.
I do the designs with a wood burner. I have sold many of these spoons, I sell the large for 20 dollars, the medium for 15 and, and the small one for 10. Each one differs from the next.


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Michael Clark Proves That (20/10 Vision) Does Exist In The Basketball World
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NORTH CAROLINA — For the third-consecutive season, the Appalachian State Mountaineers are kings of NCAA Division I Football with a 49-21 rout of Delaware. With the victory over the Blue Hens, Appalachian sealed a dream season that started with an upset for the ages and finished with a third national championship ring.
Coach Jerry Moore and his coaching staff once again did a terrific job coaching these young Mountaineers in all three phases of the game (offense, defense and special teams) and once again the little school from Boone show poise, professionalism and total domination throughout the playoff run and in the Championship game.
To win three consecutive Championships, you have to be great, a little lucky and have great leadership. The Mountaineers certainly have leadership on the sidelines led by Coach Moore but it's the player who have to lead and execute what the coaching staff wants to accomplish on the field.
On offense, it starts with the quarterback and when you mention the quarterback who leads the Mountaineer offense and has all season long, you are referring to Sophomore quarterback quarterback Armanti Edwards.
Let's not take anything away from some of the other talented leaders for the Mountaineers:
Trey Elder was third on the team in rushing and served as a capable backup to Edwards throwing for 8 touchdowns and nearly 1,000 yards passing.
Corey Lynch finished the season with 111 tackles and led the Southern Conference with 6 interceptions. The All-American played big all season for the Mountaineer defense.– Corey Lynch finishes his career with 52 pass breakups, capturing the NCAA Division I record for career passes defended.
Walter Payton Award Candidate Senior RB Kevin Richardson led the way for Appalachian with 111 yards rushing and a touchdown on the ground and by air. Richardson was second on the team in rushing with 1,348 yards and recorded 16 touchdowns and an impressive 5.2 yards per carry. He certainly was an intricle part in the success of the team this season.
But in an age of questions black quarterbacks face about there leadership ability especially at the quarterback position at the college and pro level or questions about how good a black quarterback can be in the NFL, Edwards stands among giants at a small school giving them big time results.
It's even more rewarding for Edwards and his SUPPORTERS because according to his own coach he is very like able and coach able. He also has a good solid family foundation who taught him to work hard and good things will happen.
When talking with Edwards, It was clear who had the most influence on him and his maturity and that was Coach Jerry Moore. "He keeps me in line and really cares about me and the rest of the team". "He's like a father to me here at App".
Edwards, the Greenwood, S.C talent had 198 yards passing, 89 yards rushing and three touchdown passes.Despite constant injuries throughout the season and critics who doubted him, Edwards showed toughness and character in leading the Mountaineers to victory over Michigan(at Ann Arbor), at Furman, at the Citadel and of course, impressive play in the playoffs en route to "three in a row!"
Armanti Edwards finishes the season with 1,948 yards passing and 1,587 yards rushing. Edwards falls just short of becoming the first player in NCAA history to pass for 2,000 yards and rush for 1,000 yards twice in his career.
Not bad for a kid who wasn't't even the starting quarterback for the team to begin last season yet learned the offense, the game plan and accepted the challenge of replacing a veteran quarterback to be a leader in less than two years of playing for the team.
Edwards has showed all season long that he can play and play well in particularly under pressure. Against the Michigan Wolverines, Edwards threw for 227 yards, three scores and ran for 62 yards. He did throw two interceptions but he kept one of the top 10 programs off balance with a good mix of the pass, run and pretty good decision making.
As a sophomore, the future is bright for the young Armanti Edwards. It's bright because of his talent, ability, poise, character and examples now playing at the next level in Minnesota, Oakland, Philadelphia, Washington, Jacksonville and Tennessee.
His critics will always doubt him but not Edwards and certainly not the fans in Boone, their coaches, players an alumni. He believes and so does Appalachian State University and that's all that matters.
ASU is the first NCAA Division I program to win three consecutive national titles since Army accomplished the feat in 1944, 1945 and 1946.


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with a great post about web fiction vs ebooks.
Posts Tagged 'web fiction'
Eli comes through againJuly 20, 2010
The Monetezation ProblemFebruary 6, 2010
Charlie Stross writes about the pending troubles with monetization for fiction writers.
This is interesting because we spend a lot of time mulling this over in relation to the web fiction world — how do we monetize — but Charlie Stross, over in the world of legit published authors, is contemplating the same difficulty in his future.
The comments are particularly enlightening, because they show us a set of intelligent people who are confronting this problem for the first time. They have no idea that there are writers like AE who are making their living writing fiction on the web.
I feel like the population of commenters there represents an opportunity for those of us involved with web fiction, but I'm not entirely sure how.
What you need to read…February 17, 2009
…if you want to understand what is going on in web fiction right now.
This post by Jeph Jacques of QC,
and this post by Lexy Erin of ToMU.
Jacques is a webcomic artist, obviously, but web fiction appears to be following in the footsteps of webcomics.
And, in case you couldn't translate yourself, AE does it for you, along with a nice dose of her own commentary – and she's definitely the person to do it. To the best of my knowledge, MeiLin Miranda is the only person besides AE who is making a living writing web fiction. Obviously David Wellington is doing fine, but he has been picked up by a publisher (ditto Corey Doctorow).
It is wise for the web fiction community to look back on the successes of our big sibling, webcomics.
Oh, and also read this article on e-books, via novelr.
Review: Steal TomorrowSeptember 19, 2008
Let me start by saying that I'm a sucker for post-apocalyptic fiction.
Unfortunately, so are a lot of other folks; the majority of post-ac fiction is pretty trashy, cliched by nature, and boring. Steal Tomorrow is a pleasant exception – mostly.
It's definitely engaging, and avoids many of the pitfalls of post-ac web fiction. It's not too prone to purple prose, and the (17 year old?) protagonist is not portrayed as much younger than her speech would indicate. Nobody is too old, since the premise is a disease that targets adults, leaving only children and teens.
Though the protagonist may not have seemed older than intended, other children definitely did. At one point in the story we encounter a group of teens who have taken over the library, and stand as guardians of knowledge. Here's an excerpt:
After being informed that they weren't to speak above a whisper, they were led to the stacks where other people were browsing, each led by a girl in stern librarian garb carrying a flashlight aloft through the dark rooms.
Really? Really? Donna Sirianni at WFG calls it "A modernized Lord of the Flies," but I beg to differ. I'm not sure how many children on Golding's little island were concerned with books, but even those concerned with civilization were a disorganized minority, easily overrun.
In fact, I'm a book lover, a voracious reader, and library enthusiast, and I'm pretty sure that keeping the library running as usual wouldn't top my TO DO list. At best, folks might attempt to preserve knowledge, but I suspect that most would be too busy trying to survive, and few would trade anything of worth for books, much less to rent books.
The crew our protagonist joins up with, the Regents, are less idealistic. There are internal conflicts, gross chores to be done, and envy of those with special privileges. We observe their attempts to build a sustainable infrastructure in the face of a broken society full of violence and death. The adolescent characters dance nervously around relationships and turn bitter over small slights – in other words, people being people.
The blook uses a common blog format, but does it with class, and very appropriate illustrative photos.
Overall, a good read. It has its flaws, but worth following to see where it goes.


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A creepy horror film, set in 17th-century England. Chaos strikes a small village after a farmer discovers the remains of a demon that had been buried under the ground. The creature's claw has supernatural powers and takes control of the minds of various members of the community. The young people who are possessed soon start sacrificing their neighbours to the monster. Will anybody be able to break the spell of the fiend once and for all.
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Sound: Dolby Digital
Running Time: 92 minutes
Production Year: 1970
Main Language: English
Release Date: 22 March 2010
Certificate: 18 - Suitable for 18 years and over. Not for sale to persons under age 18, by placing an order for this product you are declaring that you are 18 years or over.
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An interesting chiller with a good cast
Tigon productions aren't remembered like Hammer but they turned out some serious competition. The plot is rather tricky at times but the drama is good. More suspense than horror.
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Book Review – Dark Days by Kate Ormand
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A world divided according to sectors, but few are chosen to live in the New World. Sia Morgan has got 15 days to live. She wants to spend that number of days wisely until she met Mace. A mysterious, attractive boy who teaches her to be brave and fight back against the New World with the rest of the rebels in their sector.
It's a book with a deadline, 15 days to live, 15 days until death. The idea of the clock counting down the days in the sectors is fantastic – it creates such a strong (and frightening!) image in your mind. I love the way the chapter headings reflect the countdown, too. The mix of fast-paced scenes and quieter moments is perfect and they sweep you effortlessly through the story.
Sia is tough and brave, but has a vulnerability that makes it really easy to empathise with her and warm to her. And Mace is the perfect sidekick. I am not always a big fan of romance in these types of stories but the chemistry between him and Sia crackles off the page and their romance is sweet and realistic, providing a perfect counterpoint to the darker themes of the novel. Despite not trusting him at first they set off on a journey to survive along with those close to them, to fight back against what is coming.
What's coming is cyborgs! Which are going to brutally kill everyone in an enclosed sector. It's just as terrifying and gruesome as it sounds! The cyborgs are terrifying and the battle scenes are fantastic. And they are the cause of this book being extremely bloody in places (which I loved) - the cyborgs kind of remind me of a cross between the Terminator and the Cylons from Battlestar Galactica, they are really quite terrifying.
I think the most terrifying thing of all is knowing that something like that is coming to kill you and there is nothing you can do about it apart from try and hide, which as you read on you will discover that isn't going to happen! Also this book shows how people behave when faced with an imminent threat - fight or flight? Unfortunately some people choose the flight option which is helped along by the continuous showings of other sectors being destroyed on the television.
I really enjoyed this book, it was a fast read and there was always something happening. I found myself really caring about all the character – even those we only briefly meet, I defiantly want to see more of Finn he was awesome and quite funny, despite the deathly situation they were in. The end of this book, I feel sets it up for another journey in to this world. I want to know what happened to make this world what it is and what is going to happen now they are free?
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Not all family holidays are as warm and fuzzy as the movies make them out to be. If divorce is a factor in the upcoming holiday, it could be a cause for concern, especially if there is bitterness between the parties. While it can certainly be a stressful time for everyone, Pennsylvania couples in the midst of a separation or who are already divorced may need to take some additional steps to ensure their holiday goes smoothly.
Pennsylvania divorce and dealing with the holidays
Father's rights group backs mom in child custody fight
A now-single mother of two children will soon appear in family court in the hopes of finally being able to see her children. She feels that her child custody case has not been handled fairly by a Pennsylvania judge. The Alliance for Fathers and Families is backing her in hopes that their support will sway the ruling of the court. Some find it unusual that a group dedicated to fathers' rights is aiding a single mother, but they say that one of their main missions is to help families.
Are Pennsylvania baby boomers driving up divorce rate?
The baby boom has had lasting effects on American demographics, and as boomers continue to age, their choices continue to drive statistics in a number of arenas. In particular, boomers in Pennsylvania and elsewhere have significantly impacted trending in marriage and divorce. That influence continues to be felt as many boomers are divorcing later in life.
Pennsylvania divorce rate on rapid rise for people 50 and older
For many years, it was assumed that the longer a couple stayed together, the less likely they would be to go through a divorce. While that still may be true for many couples, a recent study found that those individuals 50 years and older are getting divorced at a much higher rate than 20 years ago. And, given that many older Pennsylvania couples will be facing a wide range of issues as they continue to age, a divorce may be a little more complex than if they had filed 20 years earlier.
Domestic violence orders to be issued in foreign languages
In an effort to promote justice for all residents, regardless of national origin, Pennsylvania has translated a number of legal forms into multiple languages. Among them are the petition for protection from abuse and the domestic violence orders, both temporary and final. The forms are available on the state court's website. Officials hope that this change will allow more people to have access to the court system, regardless of their English-language skill set. The change also could help individuals to better comply with court orders that result from a range of proceedings.


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President Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton have gone all out to win over the influential Asian- American community with the Democratic front-runner promising to give them a fair and larger representation if she was elected to the White House.
While Obama listed out the steps and his administration took in the last seven years for this small but influential Asian- American community, Clinton promised to give a fair and larger representation to them if elected as the US president in the November elections.
Though none of them named Republican presidential presumptive nominee Donald Trump, both Obama and Clinton referred to his divisive policies and his rhetoric against Muslims, immigrants and other ethnic minorities in the US.
At the annual gala for the Asian-Pacific American Institute for Congressional Studies (APAICS), Clinton said if elected to the White House, she wants more Asian-Americans to serve in her administration.
Asian-Americans are not only the fastest growing ethnic communities in the US but also the most educated and wealthiest ethnic groups in the country, she said.
"I want to let you know that I will make sure that you are well represented in my administration if I am fortunate enough to be your president," Clinton said in her address to a gala reception that was attended by who's who of the Asian-American community including people of Indian-origin. Prominent among them were Congressman Ami Bera, Neera Tanden, the head of a top American think-tank and important community activist Shekar Narasimhan. Hillary was the only presidential hopeful to attend the annual gala of the Asian-American community.
Well aware of the importance of this ethnic community, Obama drove down to the gala soon after his arrival from Michigan. He did not mention Trump by name, but pointed to the anti-immigrant sentiment in the news in the last few months. "We have got to push back on any anti-immigrant sentiment," Obama said.
Listing out his achievement including appointing largest number of Asian-Americans not only in his administration but also in the judiciary, Obama said Hindus, Muslims, Sikhs and Arabs are now included in hate crime statistics.
Two Indian-Americans, actor Parvesh Cheena and actress Sonal Shah, were the master and mistress of ceremonies of the ceremonies. Actor-comedian Aziz Ansari was presented with the Vision Award along with Alan Yang.


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The Narcisse Snake Dens are about an hour's drive north of Winnipeg. I live in the south of Winnipeg, and it took almost an hour of city driving before I reached the north of Winnipeg, so it was a bit longer for me to get there. The forecast was good with temperatures around 20C under… Continue reading Narcisse Snake Dens
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Mother's Day Run
It was a beautiful morning this morning – perfect for a little stroll. I headed out for a walk along the Seine River, but hardly got over to the other side of the river before finding out that there is an annual Mother's Day Run on my path. The run had just started so no… Continue reading Mother's Day Run
A Spring Walk at Fort Whyte Alive
Springtime brings hundreds of migrating birds who are heading for their nesting spots in the area or further north. One of my favourite spots to see them is at Fort Whyte Alive, so I headed over there a few days ago to walk around. It was a beautiful morning. I just barely cleared the entrance… Continue reading A Spring Walk at Fort Whyte Alive
Spring at Riding Mountain National Park – Day 2
Last night I told Debbie that I would probably be gone before she woke up and I was. It was already light outside and I didn't want to waste any daylight before having to head back home again. I thanked Steve (who was up already), let the cat in the house and away I went. … Continue reading Spring at Riding Mountain National Park – Day 2
Spring at Riding Mountain National Park – Part 2
I arrived at Spruces a few minutes earlier than the agreed meeting time, so I took some pictures while waiting for Debbie. When Debbie arrived a few minutes later, we headed towards the Bison enclosure, with an occasional stop for pictures along the way. It didn't take too long before we were inside the Bison… Continue reading Spring at Riding Mountain National Park – Part 2
Spring at Riding Mountain National Park
I have been wanting to head north the Riding Mountain National Park, since it is now Spring and the bears are coming out of hibernation, plus there may be some babies showing up already – so I made arrangements and headed there on Wednesday morning. It was a beautiful morning and I found photo opportunities… Continue reading Spring at Riding Mountain National Park
I wasn't successful in finding Pelicans when I drove north to Lockport last week, but I headed up there again this morning – just in case they had arrived. It was a bright sunny morning, with the temperatures heading up to the high teens again, but it was very windy once I got there. A… Continue reading Pelicans


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WATCH: Dramatic moment armed SWAT team storm drug dealers home
THIS is the moment a Russian SWAT team storms the gaudy mansion of a suspected female gypsy drug dealer.
The operation took place at the Pokrovskiy District area of the city of Krasnoyarsk in central Russia's Krasnoyarsk Krai region..
As a result of the planned operation, the 47-year-old suspected Siberian drug dealer was arrested.
As the footage shows, the woman - whose name was not revealed - was apparently living in the huge house alone.
According to local media, this is because all of her other relatives and children have already been arrested and are currently in various prisons.
Members of the Russian SWAT-like SOBR (Special Rapid Response Unit) team were filming the operation from all sides of the house, fearing that the woman might attempt to dispose of the drugs when they burst inside.
Footage shows the clearly scared woman shouting at police saying: "There is nobody here, I am alone."
Right after that the woman is handcuffed. The drug baroness was allegedly trading heroin and faces a hefty sentence of 20 years in prison.
Police said that heroin had been found at the property, and as a result she has now been charged.


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California lawmakers are once again considering rules on where and when it's okay to fly drones. In years past the governor has vetoed several drone bills, but this time might be different.
Amateur footage on YouTube shows a drone buzzing over third base at a Padres game in San Diego last month.
"Is that even legal?" Someone in the crowd asked.
Moments later it crashes into the stands.
"Ohhh!" Gasps the crowd.
No one was hurt, and drones aren't supposed to fly over crowds, but Democratic Sen. Hannah-Beth Jackson says it's just one example of the trouble they cause.
"We suffer from an incredible lack of regulation that has created a technological Wild West," says Jackson.
Proposals to rein in drones are often shot down amid fears of creating a state-by-state patchwork of rules. But Jackson argues lately, new federal rules seem unlikely. President Trump has made clear he wants to axe regulations, not create new ones.
Jackson's bill has already passed the Senate, and now awaits debate in the Assembly.


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It is raining for the millionth consecutive day today which funnily enough is making reading, talking and writing books all the easier. Today's theme could be, I suppose, as hard or as easy as you want it to be. Do I plump for the UK in general? – With a nighmarishly huge selection of books to choose from and a place in which most of my readers live? Nah. Instead I choose the place where I work, and vaguely live nearby. The fair city of Manchester.
20. Set where I live
When I took the book group on the Manchester literary coach tour last year, our impossibly huge coach was driven down the winding backstreets of the most obscure housing estates of North Manchester only to arrive at a random cul-de-sac and be told that 'this' jumble of 1960s concrete was the setting for Magnolia Street; Louis Golding's classic tale of neighbourly strife between the 'Gentiles' and 'Jewish' in Hightown before and after the Great War. Sounds ace.