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It is finally here! Fresher's Fortnight may soon over, but not without one last great night out. Filled with famous acts and greats deals, it is your Freshers' Ball. Come on Southampton, let's celebrate Freshers' in style!
SUSU Market (9am-5pm): Get down to the concourse for the student favourite, the weekly Market. Pick up some lovely fresh food and a few treats with the Fruit & Veg Sale, Muffin Lady, New Forest Butchers, Carlin Seafood, Artemis Olive and Riviera Bread.
NUS Referendum Briefing (1pm-3pm): This December, all students at the University of Southampton get a chance to vote on whether your Students' Union is part of the NUS. Over the next 2 months, students will get their chance to be informed and lead a campaign on whether or not SUSU should affiliate.
Head down to Bar 2 to learn more about getting involved in the process. Voting, campaigning or simply to find out what's going on! Have a say in your union.
FRESHERS' BALL 2012 (9pm-2am): The big one! What your two weeks have been leading up to. It's going to be one of the biggest yet, entirely taking over The Union Southampton and the West Ref.
Headliners include:
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★ BBC Radio 1's Greg James.
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I honestly do not get how he can transform from the sweetest little thing sleeping the sleep of innocent to the energy ball bouncing off the four walls and floor, and ceilings --- if he can manage that, that is, in 5 minutes flat after he wakes up. Maybe we really should have a dog, so that they can tire each other out on cold windy winter days; on the other hand, I do not need to go out for walk those days. Sigh, life is never easy choices.
This morning, on my way out of daycare, bumped into teachers wheeling babies out of infant room, the one he graduated from last summer. Man, I forgot how tiny the babies are already, now that mine is officially a toddler and entering the very fun terrible 2 era. There is this crazy-hair baby in that class, his hair can be however long, and yet each and every one of them would be standing up straight from the roots. He looks very funny and adorable in that hair style. Today, his hair is calm, pretty slick looking even. Of course he is no less adorable for that.
big happy family my arse
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dime_for_12 January 27th, 2010
That's true - I get sucked in every time I see a tiny baby. I mean they're so cute, but I turn and see my three nieces, usually in some form of 'she's touching me' 'the baby's mean!' or something along those lines, (who've lived with me almost their entire lives) and think "ahahaha, yeah, good luck with that!" *bg*
fourtenpm January 28th, 2010
Honestly, I like them bigger, capable of verbal communication in stead of just screaming their heads off for no apparent reason.


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I like the idea behind this one. However, I'm feeling (it would have been good to see it posted at a larger size) that all the yachts and the dinghy nearer the front, are not sharp. Focus seems to be on those two poles near the front and everything behind them is slightly out-of-focus.
I see it was shot at f16, so that should have given you good depth-of-field. Is it just a sharpening issue?
Over all I like but a quicker shutter speed would have help I feel mainly with the sun and sky being so bright.
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So the latest Newspoll is out and about, it shows that Labor on a TPP basis leads 53% to 47% which places them in a better position than when they won the last election. The Essential poll has Labor on 57% to 43% TPP.
While Labor's primary vote has dropped 2%, half the loss migrated to the Greens which then returned in the TPP. The Greens gain may be explained by the weak targets in Rudd's CO2 targets. But who knows?
Rudd's performance is up 2% from 56% to 58% while his dissatisfaction score is down 2%, all of which can be explained by the MOE. In the preferred PM rating Rudd outscores Turnbull 57% to 24%. No joy for the Liberals in those figures, regardless of how they spin it.
When will this 'honeymoon' end?
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In order to fulfill our global mission and meet the demand for CPeace's capacity-building and conflict intervention services, we are offering a unique apprenticeship program designed to build upon an individual's relevant experience and abilities. The successful apprentice will become an integral, full-time member of CPeace's mission and team, helping to meet the needs of stakeholders worldwide. CPeace is committed to significant, long-term investment in the apprentice's development in exchange for work of the highest caliber. The apprentice must be based in the Washington D.C. area for the duration of the apprenticeship at least (in order to work closely with CPeace's Executive Director) and should expect the position to entail 25-30% travel.
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Around the world, social conflicts related to conservation issues are serious obstacles to both wildlife conservation efforts and diverse communities' way of life. To address such conflicts, the Center for Conservation Peacebuilding pioneered the application of Conservation Conflict Transformation (CCT) theory, skills, processes, and strategies. This specialized approach demands extremely high-quality work and must be learned and expanded continually over time. An apprenticeship allows the successful candidate the opportunity to apply his/her previous skills and experience, while gradually learning the components of CCT and the multiple disciplines and practices that inform it.
The apprentice will undertake a rewarding journey of first learning the ins and outs of CCT, then guiding others as they apply CCT in their work. This will require a significant commitment to the organization of time, energy, and travel, while allowing for tremendous professional growth and development. If you're up for this exciting, one-of-a-kind opportunity, please see below for the application process!
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The successful apprentice will hold a critical role in the growth and development of the Center for Conservation Peacebuilding and the mission of the organization. S/he will participate in a minimum of 3 capacity-building workshops facilitated by CPeace's Executive Director before then beginning to lead components of future workshops. Ultimately, the goal of the apprenticeship is for this staff member to be able to lead CPeace's capacity-building workshops at the conclusion of the apprenticeship and—with additional learning, practice, and mastery—eventually facilitate CPeace conflict interventions around complex conservation issues.
During the apprenticeship, in addition to being mentored by the Executive Director, the apprentice will be asked to work on a variety of tasks supporting CPeace's organizational needs. Additional duties will likely include assistance with research into current developments in related disciplines (e.g. behavioral economics, social psychology, etc.); monitoring and evaluation; public speaking; design and facilitation of continuing education offerings; and support of the CCT community of practice. As a small team, we all wear many hats and pitch in as needed, no matter how small or large the task!
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While we anticipate this apprenticeship will last for approximately 18 months, for perspective, CPeace's Executive Director undertook a 4-year apprenticeship when developing CCT (after working in the field for 10 years). Accordingly, CPeace believes this process will necessitate a long-term commitment from both the apprentice and CPeace; CPeace will invest heavily in the apprentice, with the expectation that s/he will be with the organization long-term (a minimum of 5 years).
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The Psychology of Quality and More
CHAPTER 8 : Language Usage
8.8 Using 'goto'
The unconditional branch has long been reviled in structured programming texts, and many programmers avoid it like the plague. It decreases readability and increases potential for error by breaking the structure and transferring execution to anywhere else within the function. It is a statement in two parts, the goto itself and the label, which can cause synchronization problems. Nevertheless, if it is to be used, there are some elements that should be considered.
8.8.1 Inserting around labels
If you are inserting code at the same point as the label, do you insert it before or after the label? If the label marks the beginning of a section of code, then the insertion is probably after it. If it marks the end of a section, then the insertion may be before it. This can be helped by a clear indication in the label name or the comment as to whether it marks the end or the beginning of a chunk of code:
goto StartFileCheck;
8.8.2 Jump outwards
Jumping into compound statements is hazardous, as it disturbs the flow of the code, and is likely to result in problems such as jumping past some essential initialization. Bad examples include: jumping into or back and fore from the two parts of an if..else statement, jumping into switch statements and jumping into iteration statements.
By using the simple rule of never jumping into compound statements, some of the dangers of goto can be avoided.
A further constraint may be to not jump backwards. This prevents goto being used for looping, and will make the label easier to find (just look downwards).
8.8.3 Escaping deep nesting
A classic case where goto is often allowed is where it is necessary to escape from a deep level of nesting, typically for error handling (see 10.4.3).
Note that goto can be used to jump out of situations where break or continue, which can only jump out one level, could not be used.
In deciding if, when and where to use goto, balance its usefulness carefully against its hazards, and beware of emotional arguments based on unreasoned prejudice.
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Top 5 Freelance Platforms for Finding Flexible Work
How can you make a living as a freelancer?
One smart approach is to find a freelance platform that can help you present your skills to the best possible clients. But beware–there's tons of competition out there and faceless scammers can take advantage of eager independent contractors looking to gain experience. Whether you're just starting out or are an experienced independent contractor you can start building your portfolio with these 5 top freelance platforms for finding flexible work.
Upwork, formerly Elance-oDesk, is one of the largest and most popular freelance platform. About 9 million freelancers and 4 million companies come together through Upwork. Starting out, freelancers should be honest about their skill sets to avoid setbacks because client reviews go a long way in garnering momentum. Some of the most sought after Upworks skills are in Php development, Content writing, Internet research, and Marketing.
Upwork requires that independent contractors have completed profiles and that they take skill tests to get the most out of the platform. They offer both fixed priced and hourly contracts and the latter allows for time tracking via their work app.
The most negative aspect about Upwork is that it's very competitive. You'll be competing with seasoned vets as well as outsourced freelancers who can afford to work for next to nothing. Additionally, this freelance platform charges freelancers on 20% of their earnings, though long term contracts are only charged 10%.
This freelance platform is much more niche than others, catering to top web designers and developers from all over the world. Toptal capitalizes on the fact that they only match the top 3% of said freelancers with clients. This 3% consist of Front and Back-end developers, quality assurance workers and (UI, UX, Visual, Interaction) designers. Freelancers are hired on either a part-time or full-time basis; with the objective of them becoming fully integrated team members from wherever they are in the world.
Because Toptal only takes on the top 3% of freelancers who apply, it means higher wages and a greater possibility for long term work, if you qualify. They have an arduous screening process, so don't waste your time if you're just starting out. For example, a software engineer is required to pass Language & Personality, Timed Algorithm, and Technical tests. But if you have the experience you won't ever have to worry about working for peanuts.
Like Upwork, Freelancer can boast that it's one of, if not the largest, freelancer platform. This is because it's 19 million+ registered users and its various acquisitions over the years. They also offer skill test, but you have to pay to take them. Freelancer also caters to a variety of independent contractors but where they differ is with their crowdsourcing platform.
Through crowdsourcing clients can post contest in which hundreds of freelancers compete for jobs in logo, t-shirt, and website design as well as video creation and other freelance tasks. Freelancer may be larger but its user interface can be more confusing and complicated than others.
Crowdsourcing is a good way for clients to find the best of the best, but unless you have the skills it could be a waste of your time; because there's only one winner, one payee. Though on the other side of the coin, a freelancer working via Freelancer does stand a chance of earning more money than finding work through its competitors. But this relies heavily on which plan you sign up for. The free plan doesn't provide many features, such as time tracking and more is taken from your pay by the company. Plans range between $0-199.00, and the more you pay the more of your earnings you keep. It's important for you to read up on their terms, fee's and charges to see which plan will work best for you before getting started.
Though it's not entirely a freelance platform we all know that Craigslist can be a great tool for finding work. But just like when looking for a roommate or furniture you have to use your wits to avoid scams on Craigslist. If you're savvy and know what to look out for, Craigslist can be a great place to find work. Literally millions of employers post jobs on the platform daily and you're allowed to look for work outside of your area which is ideal for freelancers. Though finding work locally could lead to more consistency and even land you a full-time job if you play your cards right.
Perhaps the best aspect of finding work on Craigslist as opposed to bidding sites like Upwork and Freelancer; is the fact you don't have to pay for its services and there are no fee's taking out of your pay for using it. The competition isn't as stiff either and you don't have to worry as much about working for below minimum wage. However, you have to do more work when it comes to creating a great portfolio, cover letter, and marketing. But remember when looking for work on Craigslist, if it sounds too good to be true… it probably is.
FWJ – Freelance Writing Jobs
If writing is your niche, Freelance writing Jobs is the freelance platform for you. It's an online community that caters to freelance writers of all experience levels. They provide community boards and forums as well as articles (how to's, budgeting tips, style guides…etc.) educating writers, bloggers, editors, publishers and everything in between on the ins and outs of freelance writing. Unlike some others on this list, it's more of a community than a platform. It's geared towards helping you find success as a writer more than anything else, though employers can post jobs via the site. It also posts many top Freelance writing jobs from Craigslist, which is much better than you having to scan the site yourself.
There are no fees but plenty of advertising on the freelance platform. Moreover, when clients post jobs via Freelance writing jobs you can't apply directly through the site. Typically, freelancers are provided with contact info or directed to a third party site. Because of this fact, much like finding jobs via Craigslist, it's up to you to weed out bogus work. You will also have the responsibility of finding a reliable payment method i.e. Paypal, wire transfers or direct deposit. Even though sites like Upwork and Freelancer do have limited forums and topic discussions to help their freelancers, they don't come close to the resources freelance writing jobs offer to help you hone your skills and rise above the competition, if you're a writer of course.


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Questions About Senator Perata's Personal Enrichment Should Be Investigated
Letter to Senate Rules Committee
The possibility that a California State Senator may have funneled contributions through a political committee to enrich himself deserves an immediate and thorough investigation.... more
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Intervenor Regulations - California Code of Regulations Title 10, Chapter 5
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Intervenor Compensation: Section 1861.10(a) of Proposition 103
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(updated 1/18/03) The Legislature is not allowed to rewrite Proposition 103 in any way that undermines its protections.... more
Complaint filed by FTCR, pursuant to Section 1861.05 of Proposition 103
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Prop 103 Enforcement Project Comments on Enforcing Regulations
The Proposition 103 Enforcement Project's Comments on the Department's Prenotice Public Discussion on Contemplated Regulations for Enforcement Actions and Penalties (RH 02023676)... more
Good Driver and "At Fault" Regulations
From California Department of Insurance website - 8/16/02... more
This provision requires insurers to give you the 20% Good Driver Discount [link] if you qualify, no matter where you live, and even if you did not have prior insurance. This is known as a "take all comers" requirement.... more
SB 689 -- A Double Surcharge On Poor Drivers
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MICRA did not lower insurance premiums in California
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Liability premiums did not drop after "tort reform" enacted during the insurance crisis of the 1980s. - (1994)
After the fusillade of restrictions on the rights of victims took effect, of course, the "insurance crisis" of the 1980s rapidly dissipated. But the promised savings never materialized.... more
Citizen Suits & Proposition 103
Unwilling to rely solely upon the insurance commissioner for proper enforcement of the law, the voters created an additional, independent check upon the conduct of the insurance companies: the right to enforce the insurance code themselves in two fora: th... more
Comparing Consumer-Backed Reforms to "Tort Reform"
This section explains how consumer reform of the insurance industry differs from the insurance industry's version of reform. Reform of the insurance industry's rates and practices, and so-called "tort reform"...... more
AB 1488 -- the "Portable Persistency Discount" -- Violates State Law
AB 1488 discriminates against the poor and uninsured and violates state law.... more
George Joseph (Mercury Insurance)
How One Rich Insurance CEO Uses His Money to Escape the Law, Undermine Democracy, And Benefit Himself
George Joseph, the Chairman and CEO of Los Angeles-based Mercury Insurance, a $2.4 billion auto insurance company, has never let democracy get in the way of enriching his company and himself.... more
FTCR Opposes Mercury Insurance Proposal
Letter to Legislature regarding SB 689 (formerly AB 1488)
One of the major reforms implemented by California voters with the passage of Proposition 103 in 1988 was the creation of a "prior approval" process for rate increases. This process requires insurers to apply for and obtain approval for rate changes from... more
Insurers Continue to Charge Previously Uninsured Motorists More In Violation of Proposition 103
Oakland Automobile Premium Comparison
Supporters of CA Supreme Court Review of Auto Insurance Rating By Zip Code
Case: Spanish Speaking Citizens Foundation, et al. v. Harry Low
This is a list of supporters of a review by the California Supreme Court of the Auto Insurance Industry's policy of rating consumers by zip code.... more
Insurance Crisis: How Insurance Companies Periodically Disrupt the Economy and Why
The price of all forms of liability insurance (insurance that covers homeowners, businesses and motorists when they hurt others) rose dramatically between 1985 and 1987, provoking a furor first among members of the business community and, eventually, amon... more
Insurance Reform in California: The 1988 Insurance Wars
A history of the "David vs. Goliath" battle to reform California's insurance industry.... more
Background on Insurance Reform - A Detailed Analysis of California Proposition 103
Excerpted from "Auto Insurance Crisis & Reform", by Harvey Rosenfield, published Fall 1998 in University of Memphis Law Review
The Limited Earthquake Coverage Offered by the California Earthquake Authority
Earthquake insurance rates have doubled since the California Earthquake Authority was established. But consumers haven't received better coverage in exchange. In fact, they're receiving far less. And the coverage has large gaps in it.... more
Text of Proposition 103
The full text, with amendments, of California's 1988 historic insurance reform law.... more
FTCR Allstate Earthquake Case
Policyholders To Be Paid in Full, New Foundation Established
On September 30, 1997, FTCR filed suit against Allstate Insurance Company.... more
The Quackenbush Foundations
According to news reports, Mr. Quackenbush has set up three non-profit foundations. The foundations are apparently controlled by Quackenbush or other CDI officials, though Mr. Quackenbush has denied that he controls the foundations. The Board of Directors... more
CA. Dept. of Insurance Investigation Reveals Massive Wrongdoing by Insurers in Northridge
The Market Conduct Exams of three companies – State Farm, Allstate and 20th Century – found that these companies had committed massive violations of §790.03. The companies were found to have routinely delayed, denied, low-balled and misled their customer... more
Insurers Made Campaign Contributions to Quackenbush Which He Used to Pay Off Personal Campaign Debts
A detailed analysis of the campaign finance records of Insurance Commissioner Chuck Quackenbush and his wife Chris Quackenbush, who made a failed bid for State Senate in 1998, provide further evidence of inappropriate behavior.... more
Quackenbush Lets the Insurance Companies Off the Hook
In Exchange for Donations to Non-profits He Controls And Campaign Contributions
News releases and other records previously issued by Commissioner Quackenbush indicate that major insurers agreed to make relatively modest donations to one or more non-profit foundations as "settlement" of the agency's confidential Market Conduct investi... more
Letter to California Attorney General Calling for Investigation of Insurance Commissioner
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Appointed Insurance Commissioner Bill Blames Voters for Quackenbush Scandal
This proposal has been defeated
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Proposition 103 -- Main Provisions and Status
Insurance Policyholder and Patient Association
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Letter to Governor Davis Regarding Lifeline Auto Insurance Regulations
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The Need for Lifeline Auto Insurance
The Lifeline Plan will provide a low-cost automobile insurance program which will make affordable auto insurance available to hundreds of thousands of low-income Californians in Los Angeles and San Francisco counties.... more
California's Lifeline Auto Insurance Program - FAQ's & Answers
The Lifeline Auto Insurance program makes a low-cost auto insurance policy available to qualifying, low-income drivers.... more
Lifeline Auto Insurance: The Basics
A short breakdown of the cost, eligibility requirements and restrictions on California's low-cost auto insurance plan.... more
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An Analysis and Critique of the RAND Corporation's Studies in Support of No Fault Laws
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"Choice" No-Fault and Other Recent Proposals
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History of Auto Insurance
A short history of auto insurance and the personal responsibility system.... more
Consumers Need SB 1738 - The Insurance Policyholder and Patient Association Act
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Fact Sheet on Insurance Commissioner Quackenbush, 1994-1998
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Proposition 200
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This long (18 pages) and complex ballot initiative, rejected by California voters in 1996, would have eliminated the principle of "fault" in every auto accident case, no matter how severe (except those involving criminal activity).... more
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Are you missing Seth Cohen or Nathan Scott? Or perhaps you've never heard of Chrismakkuh or Tree Hill High School?
If so, now is your chance to watch two outstanding series, The O.C. and One Tree Hill, from the beginning.
Both shows debut on SOAPnet tonight, Monday, April 9, so set your TiVos and VCRs. One Tree Hill will air at 5 p.m. EST Monday-Friday, followed by The O.C. at 6 p.m.
SOAPnet will show all four seasons of both shows. Can I get a "woo-hoo?"
If you've never watched either show, check them out and see what everyone has been talking about for the past few years. If you've seen the shows, but can't remember the first time we met Ryan and his wife-beater tank or Lucas and his literary obsession, then don't miss the debut tonight of two of the most fun dramas on the tube.
For those of you new to The O.C. and Tree Hill, here's some background to get you started:
The O.C. — A wealthy public defender takes in an abused kid from the streets of Chino. The move forever changing the lives of Sandy Cohen's friends and family, who live in the affluent, oceanside Newport Beach community. Cohen's "adorkable" son, Seth, quickly bonds with Ryan as a brother. The beautiful girl next door, Marissa, also takes an interest in the new guy in town, much to the chagrin of her water-polo playing boyfriend. Throw in some family love, teen angst, beautiful people and fun pop-culture references, and this drama has humor, heart and soul that shouldn't be missed. The show stars Peter Gallagher, Kelly Rowan, Ben McKenzie, Mischa Barton, Adam Brody, Melinda Clarke, Rachel Bilson, Tate Donovan, Autumn Reeser, Willa Holland, Alan Dale and Chris Carmack.
One Tree Hill — In a small North Carolina town, (that looks suspiciously like Dawson's Capseside,) two estranged half brothers carry on very different lives. Basketball prodigy Nathan Scott has inherited the throne of high-school popularity once held by his father, Dan. While Lucas Scott, also a talented player, stays an outsider. Spending nights shooting hoops on a riverfront court, Lucas remains the son Dan never acknowledged. Now, Lucas and Nathan's paths intersect for the first time, and in the crossroads stands Peyton Sawyer, Nathan's beautiful, edgy girlfriend who just may have more in common with Lucas. Throw in the quiet animosity between Dan and his brother, Keith, along with Lucas' mother, Karen — all of whom must cope with the aftermath of their choices—and something has to give. The show has some great literary references, too, as Lucas often shares quotes from his favorite writers. One Tree Hill stars Chad Michael Murray, James Lafferty, Hilarie Burton, Bethany Joy Galeotti, Paul Johansson, Sophia Bush, Barbara Alyn Woods, Lee Norris, Barry Corbin, Craig Sheffer and Moira Kelly.
Monday, April 09, 2007
The O.C. and One Tree Hill head to Soapnet tonight
Are you missing Seth Cohen or Nathan Scott? Or perhaps you've never heard of Chrismakkuh or Tree Hill High School?
Posted by tube talk girl at Monday, April 09, 2007
Labels: News, One Tree Hill, The O.C.
1 comments:
- Lisa said...
Thanks for the reminder, Jen! I'll definitely tune in. I didn't get in board with OTH until season 2 and I missed the first few episodes of The O.C.


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"The visitor to the West,—the kind of visitor who writes up his visit,—is supposed, on his first morning in Winnipeg, to throw wide open his window and say, 'So this is Winnipeg'! I didn't. I was too cold. And there was no one to hear me except the waiter with the tea, and he knew it was Winnipeg" (Leacock 37).
The title of this week's post takes its inspiration from Stephen Leacock's book My Discovery of the West. If one is unfamiliar with a city, then perhaps a famous writer's own visit to Manitoba will provide some insight for the "Capital Meals" series?
Leacock begins his travelogue with an unenthusiastic first morning. It's important to note, here, that when Leacock was 18 years old, his father, Peter, abandoned the family and "ran off to Manitoba at the height of a real estate boom" in the 1880s (Spadoni xiv). Known more for his gambling and drinking than his entrepreneurial skill, Peter failed in his Winnipeg venture, or as Leacock bluntly describes it, "my father lasted nearly a year, before [he] blew up" (51). Perhaps these troubled memories colour Leacock's chapter, but more than likely his satiric vision leads to his mixed impressions of the city.
Commenting on the frigid climate, Leacock claims that January winds funnelling down Main Street and Portage Avenue stimulate one's creativity. He'd rather leave the tropics to "the bums, the loafers, and the poets" who congregate under palm trees with their glasses of wine; instead, Leacock opts for Winnipeg's winters, preferring "a tenderloin steak in a grill room on Main Street with a full-sized woman raised in the cattle country" (40).
All joking aside, there are aspects of the city that Leacock gets right, and others that he more than misconstrues. Reflecting on the region's history prior to becoming a province in 1870, Leacock incorrectly describes the territory as "one vast unknown emptiness" and as "new and unoccupied" (40).
Leacock fails to account for Native and Métis peoples, but author Adele Wiseman acknowledges these historical layers in her creative essay "A Brief Anatomy of an Honest Attempt at a Pithy Statement about The Impact of the Manitoba Environment on My Development as an Artist." In an ironic reflection on "The Manitoba Way" of creating new communities, Wiseman describes racial inequalities and cultural prejudices faced by many new immigrants, as well as the injustices imposed on aboriginal and Métis peoples, who were "forced . . . to withdraw to restricted living zones" (101). Agrarian settlement of the west meant the destruction of ecologies and cultural foodways, which Wiseman evokes: "Can you imagine how the bison must feel, huddled down there in their potholes, listening to our noises up and above, and remembering all those glorious years of thundering over their own free prairie?" (101).
Poet Marvin Francis in his long poem City Treaty, captures a contemporary experience of cultural displacement when Native peoples move from reservations to cities looking for opportunities. Originally from Heart Lake First Nation, Francis moved to Edmonton as a young boy with his mother in order to avoid residential school. Francis spent many of his adult years in Winnipeg which he describes in his article "My Urban Rez":
"Winnipeg, with its high Aboriginal population, is one place where you can walk downtown and meet other Aboriginals. Regina is like that, too, but a city like Calgary or Toronto has few Aboriginals visible downtown. . . . Winnipeg is large enough in Native population to have . . . a strong arts presence that literally feeds an artist . . . by offering inroads for beginning writers or visual artists" ("My Urban Rez").
Francis appreciates the artistic nourishment that Winnipeg provides, yet he cannot deny the city's poverty. The urban environment creates a distanced relationship with the land:
"The scramble for housing, food and so much more, gives the city that hard edge. You cannot go fishing or hunt. Sewers clog the Red River, while an Aboriginal does not carry a gun downtown as a rule, ducks or no ducks" ("My Urban Rez").
Francis alludes to profound changes to the city's waterways, especially since the rivers used to be sources of food, gathering places, and pathways for trade. Even Leacock recalls the rivers' earlier significance. Before Winnipeg replaced Fort Garry as the centre of the region, the city's name referred to a group of houses and trading stores near a wagon-road that ran alongside the Red River and the portage trail that led to the Assiniboine River (Leacock 41). Leacock notes that "Winnipeg" means "'dirty water'" but that the "two rivers lost all economic meaning years ago. They are only useful now to build bridges across" (38).
Traditional aboriginal foodways have been compromised because of settlement and modernization,and Marvin Francis' poem "mcPemmican" expresses his concerns over the urban world's "fast-food, throwaway culture" ("My Urban Rez"):
let the poor intake their money take their health
sound familiar
chase fast food off the cliff
speed beef
deer on a bun ("mcPemmican" 6)
Once used for hunting bison, buffalo pounds have long since been relegated to the past. Despite the destruction of aboriginal foodways on the plains, Francis' poem evokes the resilience of First Nations peoples who have the power to "chase fast food off the cliff" and to value their own cultures, rather than immersing themselves in a consumer world of little worth.
mcPemmican Plate. Plate design by Jennifer Parnell for the "CanLit Dinner Party" Exhibition, Kwantlen Polytechnic University, Nov. 24-25, 2014.
"This image of the fast food jumping off the cliff is Francis' way of bringing the injustice to the present." (Parnell, Jennifer. "CanLit Dinner Party Concept Essay." English 4401. 2014. TS.)
A modern-day poetic vision of pemmican seems most appropriate when we consider Winnipeg's early beginnings as the Red River Colony in 1812 (Bumstead). Connected with the Hudson's Bay Company, the Red River Colony and its newly arrived European inhabitants struggled to survive, and in 1814, the governor issued the Pemmican Proclamation, which forbade the export of pemmican from the colony. The new regulation profoundly upset Métis and North West Company traders who depended on the preserved meat for their long journeys (Foster). If any of our readers would like to try making pemmican, you'll find a recipe online through the Canadian Encyclopedia.
One thing Stephen Leacock correctly observes during his visit to the capital is the fact that Winnipeg was "from its birth a cosmopolitan place, a meeting place of people from all over the world" (53). As the gateway to the west, Manitoba attracted settlers from across the globe, and this diversity marks its stories of food.
In "A Night of Evil Deeds" from Confessions of an Immigrant's Daughter, Laura Goodman Salverson describes the hardships of the first 1200 Icelandic settlers to Gimli, near Lake Winnipeg, in 1872. Upon arriving in Canada, many of Icelanders contracted smallpox, and by the time they reached their destination, the Manitoba government was ill-equipped to aid the new settlement. In her 1939 book, Salverson reflects that while Gimli has "since become a favourite summer resort, with railway flier service to Winnipeg, it is difficult to conceive of a time when all the surrounding country was a fly-infested quagmire" (178).
Quarantined in their new home, the Icelanders faced isolation, sickness, and a lack of supplies, resulting in the deaths of 125 babies:
"How desperately their mothers tried to keep them alive on fish broth and bean stock, the only substitutes available for milk, which could not be had. The Government had intended to supply the settlers with cattle, but all such worthy plans were disrupted and long delayed by raging pestilence. It was hard enough to get staple foods to the people, to say nothing for livestock and luxuries. Every few weeks the Mounted Police rode up to a specified zone with rations of salt, pork, and beans, food the Icelanders had never before tasted, and, consequently, found indigestible fare in their enfeebled condition" (179).
Because the capital has always been a cultural meeting place, Winnipeg houses numerous immigrant tales of meal-time traditions. In The Imagined City: A Literary History of Winnipeg, editors David Arnason and Mhari Mackintosh write, "There are a multitude of Winnipegs. Probably the best known is the North End" (xi).
Born in Hungary, novelist John Marlyn describes this ethnic community of Winnipeg's North End in Under the Ribs of Death. One scene fills over two pages with tantalizing description, detailing a feast of exquisite Eastern European flavours: paprika, garlic, horseradish, onions, pickled red peppers, sausages, chicken goulash, and sarma (ground meat and rice flavoured with paprika and onions, wrapped in sauerkraut leaves). The main character, Sandor, later revels in platters of desserts: kupfel (pastries with apricot, cherry, or plum fillings), Mohn strudel (ground poppy-seeds with sugar and raisins in pastry), and torte. We'll leave you to ponder this assortment of dishes, as Marlyn's novel will be the subject of the Tableaux Blog's recipe post in a few days!
Adele Wiseman's parents immigrated to Canada from the Ukraine, and her Jewish heritage informs her novel Crackpot, which takes place during the Depression. The protagonist, Hoda, and her family live in the poor North End of Winnipeg. As a young child, Hoda is carried around in a sack and fed constantly (to keep her quiet) by her hump-backed mother, Rahel, who cleans houses for a living. When Rahel suddenly dies, the wealthy Uncle Nate, who resentfully sponsored Rahel's and her blind husband Danile's immigration, feels beholden, along with his wife, to pay respects at the impoverished family home during the rituals of mourning. Uncle Nate's wife, who is initially "somewhat aloof" (50) with the other women, eventually converses with her former acquaintances, even though financial fortune sets her apart. The women discuss food and share recipes, with the wealthy Auntie divulging the secret of her twelve-egg cake: "she had run short of eggs and had only used nine" (51). Once Auntie leaves, the women voice their "delight at having discovered that rich though she was she was still as stingy as ever. Imagine cheating a cake of three eggs!" (51). For these women, Auntie's baking becomes a way of levelling her character within Winnipeg's Jewish community. One "virulent old lady" declares that she is more than certain that there were only a total of four eggs, not nine, in the cake as "the sawdust was hardly holding together!" (51). Content in their assessment, the women concur that Auntie may be "stingy and a bit of a fool with the airs she put on," but "she wasn't a bad sort" (51).
If flavours from the old country are transported to Winnipeg kitchens, so, too, are personal histories, which impact not only how meals are prepared, but also what is omitted from the menu.
Shifting neighbourhoods to Winnipeg's West End, we discover a Sunday dinner celebration for Larry Weller's 30th birthday that takes place in Carol Shields' novel Larry's Party. Larry grew up on Ella Street, where Larry's mother, Dot (Dorothy), suggests most of her neighbours are "a race of clumsy unfortunates" who don't know any better (43). These Winnipegers store flour in the original packaging until their pantries are infested with insects and think all green vegetables are healthy (43). But Dot Weller knows better. She always frets when preparing family dinners having accidentally killed her mother-in-law back in England when she served botulism-ridden beans from the garden that had been improperly preserved (51). In order to escape a grief-stricken, accusatory family, Dot and Stu Weller immigrated to Canada, but poor Dot remains wracked with guilt: "In all Larry's thirty years he has not once tasted that treasonous vegetable" (53).
For Larry's birthday dinner, the menu is British-inspired and, above all, safely prepared! Lancashire hotpot is the main course—"a simple oldtime recipe that Dot's mother used to make on Saturday nights back in England" (45). For dessert, Dot serves Larry's favourite lemon meringue pie, baked the morning of the dinner: "she could have made it yesterday and kept it on the top shelf of the fridge just under the freezer section, but with her history she wouldn't dream of taking a chance like that, and who could blame her?" (45).
So, this is Winnipeg's literary fare — sumptuous, varied, and missing a few eggs!
In this sampling, food takes on diverse roles. It is the essential component for survival that is lacking in a desolate new place. It is a staple and cultural tradition drastically altered due to colonization. It is a way of tasting and remembering one's original home. And it is a subtle means of scrutinizing the distinctions that inevitably arise within an ethnic community as families transform themselves in their adopted country.
Perhaps our fellow "literary traveller" Stephen Leacock was partially right in his assessment of Winnipeg:
"Buried in the heart of a continent, it still looks over the rim of it in all directions" (Leacock 53).
We hope you'll share with us your own stories of Winnipeg's fare.
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Winnipeg Sampling Menu
Arnason, David, and Mhari Mackintosh, eds. The Imagined City: A Literary History of Winnipeg. Winnipeg: Turnstone Press, 2005. Print.
Bumstead, J.M. "Red River Colony." The Canadian Encyclopedia. Historica Foundation, 2013. 28 Mar. 2015.
Foster, John E. "Pemmican." The Canadian Encyclopedia. Historica Foundation, 2006. 28 Mar. 2015.
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Man Proposes To His Girlfriend While Being Arrested
- Author: Ismael Montgomery Jul 11, 2017,
Jul 11, 2017, 0:17
The officers agreed to Thompson's request, watching (and filming) as he got down on one knee.
For Thompson, this already unique day was capped by officers showing up to arrest him on felony warrants, News WKRG reports.
A couple in Oklahoma didn't let a pair of handcuffs stop them from getting engaged.
The arresting officers ― who cuffed Thompson while he was celebrating not only Independence Day, but also his birthday ― took pity on him.
Brandon Thompson was being arrested at his Muskogee, Oklahoma, home on July 4 when he chose to express his genuine feelings to the love of his life.
Lincoln Anderson, a spokesman for Muskogee police, said the department hopes his pending nuptials will provide a steady foundation for reconstructing his life. Nevertheless, she said yes and later bailed Thompson out after his arrest.
Birdstrike causes AirAsia flight midair emergency
The aircraft, registered 9M-XXT (MSN 1549), was operating flight D7207 from Gold Coast to Kuala Lumpur when the incident happened. Controversially, passengers on that flight recalled being told to "Say a prayer" as they attempted to return safely.
Thompson's girlfriend, Leandria Keith, accepted his proposal, telling NewsOn6: "Oh my gosh is he serious?"
When Keith agrees, an officer can be seen switching Thompson's handcuffs from the back to the front so he can place the engagement ring on her finger. Thompson's new fiancée celebrated by bailing him out of jail.
"Hopefully it will help him make the choices it will take to support his future wife and his kids", Anderson told CNN. He was released the day after his arrest. They told CNN they will set a date for their wedding once Thompson's legal troubles are resolved.
The officers present on the scene were surprised with Mr Thompson's request but allowed him to go ahead with the proposal.
He is scheduled to appear in court on July 17.


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I haven't done one of these in a long while, but I've read some great stuff this week.
The Hunting of Billie Holiday
Read this piece! It describes the beginning of the (failed) war on drugs and looks at the racism and misogyny that fuelled much of it and the bizarre and tragic targeting of Billie Holiday that got it started. [CN: Racism, sexualized violence, drug use.]
One day, Harry Anslinger was told that there were also white women, just as famous as Billie, who had drug problems—but he responded to them rather differently. He called Judy Garland, another heroin addict, in to see him. They had a friendly chat, in which he advised her to take longer vacations between pictures, and he wrote to her studio, assuring them she didn't have a drug problem at all. When he discovered that a Washington society hostess he knew—"a beautiful, gracious lady," he noted—had an illegal drug addiction, he explained he couldn't possibly arrest her because "it would destroy… the unblemished reputation of one of the nation's most honored families." He helped her to wean herself off her addiction slowly, without the law becoming involved.
Thank You Margaret Wente for Exposing Rape Culture
This is both a great response to Margaret Wente (yet again) being a patriarchy-enforcing asshole, but also gives a really clear breakdown of what rape culture actually entails and how Dalhousie's failure to adequately respond to the dental students' disgusting comments (and privileging of the safety of the perpetrators of sexually violent comments rather than the victims) is yet one more way that rape culture is systemically entrenched. [CN: rape culture.]
Yet as Wente sees it, the systemic problem to be addressed isn't entrenched male sexism. It's entrenched female sexism, specifically, overly sensitive young women "monsterizing" men: "We've turned our brave and fearless daughters into neurotic, quivering piles of jelly," she writes, the upshot being "an entire class of highly privileged, mostly affluent young women who feel unsafe on campus, micro-aggressed at every turn, utterly unable to cope with the garden-variety misdemeanours of boys and men, who have been behaving badly since time began, despite our many efforts (most quite successful) to civilize them." Let's leave aside the fact that branding a generation as "neurotic, quivering piles of jelly" suggests a lack of familiarity with today's teenage and young adult women. Or that ridiculing women for feeling unsafe on campus ignores the actual risks that exist. The fact is that this generation is not "utterly unable" to put up with vile, women-hating crap: It's that they are utterly unwilling to do so.
Yes Means Yes–Meet The Predators
This is a piece I go back to again and again and again. Firstly, it accords with what my experience in the anti-violence movement tells me. Secondly, it not only identifies who is primarily doing the perpetrating but it gives men step-by-step instructions on what their role is in ending rape culture. [CN: The piece deals with how rapists operate.]
Change the culture. We are not going to pull six or ten or twelve million men out of the U.S. population over any short period, so if we are going to put a dent in the prevalence of rape, we need to change the environment that the rapist operates in. Choose not to be part of a rape-supportive environment. Rape jokes are not jokes. Woman-hating jokes are not jokes. These guys are telling you what they think. When you laugh along to get their approval, you give them yours. You tell them that the social license to operate is in force; that you'll go along with the pact to turn your eyes away from the evidence; to make excuses for them; to assume it's a mistake, of the first time, or a confusing situation. You're telling them that they're at low risk.
Tofu Scramble
To end on a brighter note, here is my new favourite tofu scramble recipe. I've made a lot of tofu scrambles (and eaten even more) and this one is my favourite. It's really simple, creamy, mild, and has the best attributes of scrambled eggs without actually tasting like eggs. It's everything I want out of a tofu scramble and/or a weekend brunch.


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Haven't posted here for a while.
So here's some news.
It seems that our country does not know what Bluray is because BD-RE drives are still sold for 600-700$. I found some Pioneer BD-RE drives for a more realistic price, ~200$
The problem is that I have to buy them from Poland. Our country is not too far away so shipping should not cost much.
Currently this upgrade is just in the planning state.
Will post an update when there are more news available.
Archive for May, 2009
Haven't posted here for a while.
Not much to say this time.
Got some extra money, so planning to buy some new hardware.
Will probably buy a Bluray burner and (I haven't decided yet) a scanner or a printer.
P.S.: I need to remember to post here more often, but I forget anyway. I need to remember not to forget to remember to post here more often !


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A non nuclear Japan in the coming century ? Probable.
Project Genesis is a strategic sustainable development framework for Morocco to translate from being a net importer of energy and a country facing water shortage issues, into the number one producer both of clean renewable energy and water in the region.


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Chelsea 2-1 Swansea City: Half-Time
Chelsea are 2-1 up against Swansea City in their first match of the Premiership season.
The Champions started the game brightly, passing the ball quickly and sharply in the opposition half, pushing Swansea back into their own half. The visitors didn't allow Chelsea to dictate the play for long, and came close in the 7th minute when a Gomis headed a corner just past Thibaus Courtois' far past.
Gomis had another, and easier chance a few minutes later when he was almost put through on goal by Jonjo Shelvy. He would have given his side the lead he not dithered and allowed John Terry to get back and smother the shot. The Chelsea defence had more work a few seconds later as Courtois had to punch away a powerful shot from Ki from which the Blues counter attacked but couldn't create a clear chance.
The home side settled better after that, and the next few minutes were played in the Swansea third of the pitch. A series of set-pieces came to nothing until a 22nd minute free-kick from Oscar, won by Cesar Azpilicueta on the left, flew in past everyone and into the corner of the net to give Chelsea their first goal of the new season.
Having the lead invigorated Chelsea further, and the Stamford Bridge crowd began to see the best of the creative axis that won them the league last season. Hazad, Fabregas and Costa put fine passing moves together and threatened to double the lead. Diego Costa especially looked sharp after the hamstring injury that kept him out of the Community Shield and friendly match with Fiorentina on Wednesday. But Chelsea's advantage didn't even last until the half hour mark as Swansea equalised with a soft goal. A cross from the left side found Gomis whose string header Courtois could only push out to Swansea's Andre Ayew who netted from close range at the second attempt.
Whatever joy Swansea felt at drawing level was even more shot lived than the deficit they obliterated as Chelsea instantly attacked and regained the lead from an own goal from Federico Fernandez- the defender helpless as Willian's cross deflected off him and into the same corner that Oscar's free-kick had landed in minutes earlier.
While Chelsea have played well and do deserve their lead they would be wise to remember the harm that Swansea have been able to cause them in the first half. The visitors have attacked with pace and have been able to get behind Chelsea's back line, in particular from the left.


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Polenta recipes can take unusual forms. I was used to meat-filled stuffed peppers, and the thought of filling them with polenta never crossed my mind.
Maybe that's because I did not really grow up with polenta....
But I'm glad I tried this tasty and filling low fat polenta recipe.
This unusual pepper filling is rich and tasty. You can serve it as
a side dish by itself.
4 red capsicums (bell peppers )
2 tsp olive oil
1 diced onion
1 diced zucchini
1 Tbsp crush garlic
1/2 cup of instant polenta
1 diced tomato
1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup of chopped parsley
Nutritional Information:
Serves 4
Fat: 4 g
Cal: 157
WW: 2.5 Point
This is what you do:
First, preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F).
Spray a baking dish with cannola oil.
Cut the tops off the pepper about 1/4" below the stems and seed them.
Heat the oil in a midium nonstick frying pan and cook the onion, stirring as needed, for about 5 minutes (till tender).
Now, add the zucchini and garlic, stirring as needed, until soft, for about 5 minutes.
Next, add 2 cups water and bring to a boil.
Stir the polenta slowly, and stirr constantly till it goes thick (about 5 minutes or so), and stir in the tomato, cheese and parley.
Stuff the capsicums with the polenta mixture with a spoon.
Put the capsicums in the baking dish and bake until the capsicums are tender and the polenta goes golden. This will take about 30 minutes.
Source: Weight Watchers Versatile Vegetarian
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The month of December has been a whirlwind. I wish I'd had time to post photos earlier. I've run out of photo storage again, so I'm getting used to doing it in a new way which makes it a little harder to post. So I'm trying collages made with my scrapbooking software. I hope it works more easily and that I'll have more photos for you soon.
Today we are off to Christmas Celebration #1 of 4. Ready. Set. Here we GO!
I hope you have a lovely holiday.
We squeezed in a trip to the Red-Wood Tree Farm which luckily for us is just down the road. It's a destination, people come from all over. They are so friendly and helpful. Not to mention they have beautiful trees. As a bonus they give out free hot chocolate and candy canes. It doesn't get better than that. The paths are lined with broken glass that the kids think are treasures. They found a few giant chunks. Adrian found a tree branch that looked like an umbrella. We (Adrian will take credit.) found the smallest Christmas tree in the world. And the perfect tree for our house (of course not in the U-cuts, they are too small.) that wasn't too big or too small.


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I heard her talking, but the words were just bouncing around the room. My hands began to sweat a little.
No coffee
No tea
No tomato products or other acidic vegetables
No acidic fruits
No fatty meats or fried foods
No chocolate
No spices
No alcohol
For six weeks…and then we will reevaluate.
"So…what CAN I eat?" I asked tentatively, "Like for breakfast?"
My brain visualized the stellar menu of two cups of coffee and the cheese and sausage English Muffin sandwich I had eaten a few hours earlier.
"Eggs. That would be an excellent source of protein in the morning."
She smiled.
"I hate eggs."
"How about oatmeal? But avoid too much butter, raisins or berries."
I was beginning to wonder if it had been worth a trip to the doctor. For weeks I have been having trouble swallowing, my diaphragm or upper half of my stomach has been in spasms almost 24 hours a day, causing the muscles to be sore, and then there is this whole old-person-flatulence, something smells like it died inside my body issue that I don't really want to talk about. But I did. And now I'm not allowed to eat anything for the next six weeks while I take prescription strength Prilosec for something called Dyspepsia. I also had my blood drawn to check my Thyroid (I have hypothyroidism) to rule anything else out. But for now, I wait. And at the end of six weeks hopefully have no more symptoms so that I can start introducing foods back into my diet. I'll need to keep a food journal to mark which ones inflame the digestive system. If the symptoms persist, then I will have to endure a scope.
Now you know me up close and personal, flatulence and all.
(And I thought having to get up a billion times in the middle of the night to pee was bad.)
Instead of coffee or tea I walked around the house in a daze, gripping a steaming hot cup of water this morning, just so I could feel balanced. My muscles twitched and danced making me wonder how in the world this diagnosis could be correct, but I'm willing to try just about anything at this point. However, I must say I am a little concerned to read that one of the side effects of the generic form of Prylosec (Omeprazole) can be muscle spasms. Isn't that what put me here in the first place?
So although I had thought maybe I really should just ditch this whole "Friday Flip Off" thingy since truly, I'm not much of a complainer and try to be more creative than four-letter-words, I felt that this week's medical news warranted at least one flip. Okay, maybe all ten digits in light of the fact I am hosting a Margarita party here on Saturday night and can't even take one sip.
And in the spirit of Friday Flip Offs – I might as well lovingly salute those of you who write ridiculous comments. You have been deleted. Enough said.


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Flower pots home>gardening articles>
The Hemerocallis 'Happy Returns', also known as a Daylily, is a very fragrant pale yellow flower with a size of 3" With dark green foliage, this daylily will reach a height of 18" and a plant spread of 12-24" 'Happy Returns' will bloom from May through July, with outstanding color and a definite rebloomer. 'Happy Returns' prefers a full sun area that is well drained. Although the blooms will last only for one day, there are many blooms on strong stems that rise above tall grassy foliage, (remove in late fall). 'Happy Returns' is considered to be pest and deer resistant. Use for cut flowers, massing, edging, in borders or in mixed containers and tubs.
Scientific Name : Hemerocallis 'Happy Returns'
Other items of interest
Geranium - Tiny Monster
Hibiscus - Aquarian - PPAF
Hibiscus - Crown Jewels - UPSS 11,857 P2


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Testimonial Tuesday
It's Tuesday and you know what that means; it's time for another Testimonial Tuesday! Going to head over to our Prospect location for this week. If you've got some feedback you'd like to share about your experience with the staff at ProRehab, we would love to hear it! Send us an email at [email protected]! "The atmosphere […]Read More


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Swaminathan on Indian Agriculture
True, but how do we get to the Second Green Revolution? Mr M. S. Swaminathan, father of the first Green Revolution recently observed that the Second Green Revolution was not possible unless the prevailing neglect of the farm sector was halted and cutting edge technologies were taken to farmers.
Okay, but why farmers should adopt cutting edge technologies if there are no financial incentives to do so; access to quality inputs is not assured; and markets are distorted by government policies and regulations?
Indian agriculture's problems are one way or other contributed by faulty government policies and programs, perpetuated for decades in the so-called interests of farmers, largely guided by socialist ideologies that have since failed in former Soviet Union including Russia as well as in China.
China rejuvenated its agriculture by gradually introducing principles of market economy, which became an engine of growth during 1980s, the first decade of China's recent economic miracle and continues to be so. Russia is on her way to do so as many other FSU countries.
Indian Government must reform its agricultural policies on a priority basis to allow market forces to play their role, within the framework of a social safety net, and promote public-private partnerships to assure a better deal to the farm sector -- promoting flow of new investments and cutting edge techologies.
This blog knows that all this is easy to say but difficult to achieve in the prevailing political economy of India, where failed socialist ideologies are still rampant and misused. A classic example of this is the opposition by some political parties to Mr. Pawar's recent proposal to reduce food subsidies to largely urban population that is above the poverty line and use this money to increase investments in agriculture?
Wake Up India, Wake Up --to face this challenge!!


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Today my daughter was in the Homecoming Parade! That was fun. My kids go to rival high schools in our medium size bedroom community. Here's the best picture I could get of her float. I have this new phone see . . . and I can't figure it out. I pointed the camera STRAIGHT AT HER and pushed a button and the screen went BLACK! I had to chase that float around a corner to get this:
Yesterday was my "big" work day. I got home at 9 and started again at 8 this morning. Tomorrow I will head out around 8 and get home around 6. But Friday I get to spend the day with Mom at the infusion clinic (since Dad has a cold) and thats totally worth working for. She had her blood work done today and if her blood levels are good, she can have chemo. If not, she has to wait. So we are praying . . .
I made this homemade chicken pot pie with pie crust maple leaves on it for dinner tonight. It was YUMMY! and PRETTY! and hubby and I ate almost all of it by ourselves.