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November 15th 2007
If Only All You Had To Do Was Write
Ah, for the good old days when I thought being a writer meant holing up in a garret with a Smith-Corona and a bottle of bourbon. (Sorry. I'm showing my age.)
In reality, that's just the start. For example, my latest book, Queen Ferris, came out two weeks ago, on Oct. 30th. What follows was my schedule through yesterday.
10/31. Up at five in the morning to drive to New Haven for a school appearance. Spoke for an hour apiece to the fifth and sixth grades, then signed books at the school's book fair for four hours. Drove home in traffic. Crashed.
11/1. Up at six to get ready for WFC. Drove to Albany. Unloaded party supplies for that night's Zombies Need Brains party hosted by Josh Palmatier, Patricia Bray, Jennifer Dunne, Barbara Campbell, C.E. Murphy, and me. Did the first reading at con (with Diana Pharaoh Francis doing the same thing in the next room) at 3:30. Back to setting up party. Schmoozing and partying till…
11/2. …one in the morning. Party teardown. Crashed. Same schmoozing and crashing schedule for the rest of the weekend, only with later nights (and wakeups) each day.
11/5. Spent the day talking with agent and editor about great new marketing and schmoozing ideas picked up at con. Real life event that evening. Crashed.
11/6-7. Tried to do some writing as it was the only chance I was going to get all week. Crashed.
11/8. Up at five again to drive to Northern Jersey for another school appearance. Similar schedule to 10/31. Drove home for premier of daughter's school play, then back in the car to drive to Boston for more real life meetings. Reached Boston at…
11/9. …one in the morning. Crashed. Up at six for all day meeting. Drove back to NY in rush hour traffic. Crashed.
11/10. Thought this was going to be the day of rest. No such luck. Sewer backs up in basement sometime around 2:30. Since office and bedroom are in basement, this is a problem. Frantically try to find a plumber on Saturday afternoon. Fail. Stop showering or going to the bathroom. Wish desperately for a bottle of bourbon. Crash.
11/11. Find plumber. Crash.
11/12 . Try to write while entire house shudders under the efforts of plumber to dig eleven foot deep hole out front. Consider throwing self from roof. Crash.
11/13. Wonder whether I'm ever going to write again while trying to persuade plumbers not to bring jackhammers into the house. Prepare for reading that evening at local bookstore. Read. Sign books. Crash.
11/14. Plumbers still here. Reaching for bourbon, but not Smith Corona. Crash.
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1. on Nov 15th, 2007 at 11:51 am
Oh man, Sam. Ouch! You have my complete sympathies. Book lunch plus plumbing problems. Makes me want a sip or two of that bourbon just thinking about it.
2. on Nov 15th, 2007 at 12:58 pm
I'd offer you some, but the bottle's already empty.
3. on Nov 15th, 2007 at 1:14 pm
Oh! Forgot we were reading opposite each other. How'd it go?
And on 11/12, it isn't clear whether the Crash is from throwing self from roof, or just, yanno exhaustion. Both?
4. on Nov 15th, 2007 at 6:02 pm
It's been all crashing all the time for the last two weeks.
My reading went well? A few folks I didn't even know showed up. And yours?
5. on Nov 15th, 2007 at 6:18 pm
Mine was good. About 20 or 30 people. Some I didn't even know
6. on Nov 16th, 2007 at 2:23 pm
I must admit, my visions of the writing life included minions who would deal with the mundane realities of life, freeing me up to create.
Sadly reality has yet to live up to that vision.
7. on Nov 27th, 2007 at 10:09 pm
I'm new to this blog and am by no means a published author, but I thought I'd chime in anyway and offer a comment.
I also thought when I was younger that being a writer meant being dressed in your jammies and hammering out story after story on your typewriter. Since becoming addicted to C-Span's Book TV and seeing the trails and travails of authors being dragged across the nation to sign books, I found that I was sadly wrong. Ah, well at least it was good fiction while it lasted.
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Here comes part 3 of my popular series of wild foods of the month. As I had said, I was going to feature the Judas tree, but I have to find one first, so today I'll be talking about something slightly less exotic, borage. I know for many of you it's simply a garden plant, but here it grows everywhere in abundance and it's at it's best right now.
Many of you will know it as a salad ingredient. Pick the young leaves and the pretty blue flowers of this plant. The leaves are rather hairy and coarse so need to be chopped finely. They also make nice additions to refreshing summer drinks or are good as a tea. However I would like to introduce you with my favourite way of eating borage, as a stuffing to ravioli as what the Italians call ravioli al borragine. It makes seasonal appearances on restaurant menus here and is usually quite expensive. I've never looked at a recipe of it, but came up with my own version, which follows here:
For the stuffing:
1 pintborage leaves, plus a handful of flowers
- 250g ricotta cheese
- Juice of ½ lemon
- 100g hard cheese, i.e. Parmesan or Grana Padano or a mild pecorino, but not too mature otherwise it will mask the delicate flavour of the borage
- 2 tbsp of breadcrumbs
- Pepper and a couple of spoonfuls of olive oil to taste
For the pasta dough:
- 100g white flour (grade 00) per person plus 100g extra if anyone wants seconds!
- 1 egg per 100g flour
- Pinch of salt and a touch of olive oil
To serve:
- Large knob of butter
- A handful of sage leaves
- Some grated cheese (optional)
- Place all the ingredients except the flowers for the stuffing into a food processor and blend until smooth:
- Knead together the ingredients for the dough to make a smooth dough. If too dry add a splash of water.
- In batches roll out the dough as thinly as possible. If you have a pasta machine, use it, I unfortunately don't. Cut dough into rectangles of about 3x4cm. Don't worry if some are a bit bigger or misshapen. Into each rectangle place a dollop of the stuffing.
- Brush the edge of each rectangle (trangle, trapeze, strange wobbly shape...) with some water and stick together to form a little pasta pocket enclosing the filling. Set aside. This part of the job is a bit fiddly so give yourself plenty of time.
- Bring a large pan of salted water to the boil. In the meantime gently heat the butter in a frying and fry the fresh sage leaves until crispy. Drop the ravioli into the boiling water. Once they float to the surface, which should only take a couple of minutes, they are ready. Taste one to make sure. Drain the ravioli and serve with the sage butter, the reserved borage flowers and, if you like, some grated cheese
It is delicious, but it ain't half fiddly. I stood in the kitchen for 2 hours. I don't know why I keep doing it, we didn't even have guests to impress with this. Those photos should also show everyone why I could never be a chef. Presentation has never been my strong point, I'm mostly concerned that it tastes good.

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The fifth graders at JW Reason Elementary are participating in an innovative and exciting weekly learning experience. As an extension of JW Youniversity, they are spending 20% of their week engaging in non-traditional learning experiences that centers on creating.
Upon returning from winter break back in January, the fifth graders were told that they are going to make JW Reason a better place by creating something. This "something" was one of three options: a school newspaper, a lending library box or a school garden. Each JW Youniversity course was designed to focus on either the state standards for science, math or language arts. Students chose the weekly course that fit their passion, enhanced their learning and intrigued them the most. The three courses are:
A cornerstone of any community is the press. The goal of Extra! Extra! is to publish a bi-weekly newspaper for the JW Reason community. Our newspaper will inform our community about special events, as well as include book and movie reviews, editorials, interviews, student profiles, crossword puzzles, comic strips and much more! We will start by learning the basics of writing a news article, as well as the other core components of a newspaper. Newspaper staff members will select roles and responsibilities, design the newspaper layout, conduct staff meetings, suggest story ideas and deliver final copies to classrooms.
In Energy and Earth Explorers, students embark on a journey of exploring light energy through lab experiments. Our goal is to end with building and maintaining our own JW community garden. This will allow students to experience the growing process and take home fresh grown produce.
Building for a better tomorrow focuses on the goal to empower students to create and change with their own hands. We begin with the study of measurement and mapping out what we will all need for the creation of a little free library. The students' goals have stretched further than just books to also include non-perishable food, school supplies, and household toiletries. At the end of our class students will design their own project that then they can construct themselves. Our "little free library" will be up and running for our entire school and surrounding community to use.


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Some Medicare rules too complex, says IG
Are Medicare program rules and requirements too difficult to understand? The question was posed and answered in the affirmative in early April by Michael Mangano, Acting Inspector General of the Department of Health and Human Services.
"In some cases our audits and evaluations do indicate that some rules are unnecessarily complex and burdensome," he told the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health and Oversight and Investigations. "In such cases, we make recommendations for simplification. However, our recent Medicare improper payment audit indicated that providers are doing a very good job of negotiating their way through Medicare rules and procedures, and we estimate that 93 percent of all Medicare payments to health care providers are free of error."


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Early morning the pups are put in the Shark Cage for breakfast, while I clean up the puppy area
Red Boy
Green Girl wondering where all the food went
Early breakfast in the whelping box
Messy puppies!
Since they finished all their early meal, I give them a bit more an hr later. Judging the amount the pups need at this age is hard. If they eat it all, I give them more. If they don't eat it all, Bailey gets more.
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If you pick up a starving Dog and make him prosperous, he will not bite you.
This is the principal difference between a dog and a man..."
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Nobody can fully understand the meaning of love unless he's owned a dog. A dog can show you more honest affection with a flick of his tail than a man can gather through a lifetime of handshakes.
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"He is your friend, your partner, your defender, your dog. You are his life, his love, his leader. He will be yours," faithful and true, to the last beat of his heart. You owe it to him to be worthy of such devotion."
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This morning when I went into the puppy room, 8 of the pups were crammed into the little airline crate sleeping. I put a crate in the puppy room for them to get used to.
One pup was sleeping in the whelping box with all the room and toys to himself.
Breakfast in the shark cage
Day 35
The play room
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Information on our next litter:
Mark and Cathy Lewandowski
8282 Soft Maple Road
Croghan New York 13327
SoftMaple Gunflint 2005 Winter litter
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I am Chichi and I reside in Washington DC Metropolitan Area, USA. I am a proud mother, wife to the most amazing and loving husband. I decided to start my blog based on the daily request I receive from my humble followers, friends and family.
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What class do I sign up
If you or your child have
never skated before, or have never had any formal training, we
recommend starting in the following classes: Snowplow Sam 1 (SPS1)
for ages 3-5; Basic 1 (BS1) for ages 6 and older; Hockey 1
– 4 is recommended for children who would like to pursue
Hockey, and have little or no skating experience, ages 3 –
What is
the class progression?
After Snowplow Sam 1, ages
3-5 advance to Snowplow Sam 2, 3, 4 and then to Basic 2.
After Basic 1, ages 6+ advance to Basic 2-6 levels, then on
to Pre-Freeskate, then to Freeskate 1-6 levels. After Hockey 1-4,
we recommend the child enter into the Introduction to Hockey
program offered through Washington County Hockey
Beginner Classes
No Experience Required! In any of our
beginner classes, skaters will learn basic skating fundamentals,
such as standing up, falling down, forward & backward skating,
gliding, & stopping.
Snowplow Sam 1-4 (ages
Sunday 5:15-5:45pm
Basic 1 (age 6+)
$80.00 per session
Adult Classes
Sunday 5:15-6:00pm
$90.00 per session
Intermediate Classes
Basic 2-4
Basic 5 & 6 &
Sunday 6:00-6:45pm
Advanced Classes
Free Skate 1-6
Free Skate 7-9
What are
the prices of the classes?
Snow Plow Sam 1 - Basic 1 class:
Hockey class:
Basic 2 - Free Skate class:
What are the session dates for this season?
Session 1 - September 9th - October
Session 2 - October 21st - November
Session 3 - December 2nd - January 20th
(No Lessons 12/23 & 12/30)
Session 4 - January 27th - March
Session 5 - March 10th - April
Are there classes for more advanced figure skaters?
Yes, we are now offering a Free Skates
7, 8, & 9 class and speciality classes, see what is included
within these classes below:
Free Skate 7
Lutz, 1/2 loop, Flip Combo
Split Jump
Camel, Sit, Back Sit Combo
Forward and Backward Brackets
Free Skate 8
Double Salchow
Difficult entrance into axel
Flying Camel
Camel, Back Camel Combo
Falling leaf
difficult cluster
Free Skate 9
Double Toe Loop
Axel, 1/2 Loop, Double Salchow
Death Drop
Level 4 combo spin
difficult clusters
Specialty Classes
Recommended for Basic 5 +
$80.00 per session
On Ice Specialty
Sunday 5:15-6:00pm
Off Ice Specialty Classes
Ballet for Skaters
Sunday 5:15-5:45pm
What do I
need to wear?
Please wear warm,
comfortable, layered clothing including gloves and thin, warm
socks. You may choose to have your child wear a bike or hockey
helmet. Once the skaters advances into further classes, they may
choose to wear more athletic appearing leggins and
How and
where do I sign up?
You can sign up by emailing us at firstname.lastname@example.com
What do I
need to do the first day?
Please arrive 30 minutes
prior to the start time of your first class. Volunteers will guide
you where to go. Be ready to have fun!!
Can I make
up a missed class?
Due to the scheduling of
ice time, missed classes cannot be made up.
Can I get
a refund?
KMFSC has a no-refund
policy on classes after the first week of each
How do I
get to be part of the annual Ice
The Ice Show is our end of
season showcase of all of our skaters. It is a very exciting
experience to be a part of. Any skater that is registered in a
Learn to Skate class within our program, or is a KMFSC
member is welcome to be a part of the Ice
Show. Visit the Ice Show section of
our website for more details with the date and times of the show.
We welcome all skaters to join the Ice Show.
How do I
practice my skating?
To progress through the
skating classes and get the most out of your lessons, it is
recommended for each ½ hour lesson that a skater practices
for 1 hour on their own time. The club has many open ice times to
practice. Visit the Practice Ice section of our
website to learn about the times, dates, and prices for practice
ice. You may also choose to work one on one with a certified
How do I
choose a coach?
Many skaters choose to work
with a coach one-on-one to develop their skills, and progress
faster. Working with a coach can offer the opportunities to
participate in competitions and test sessions. Visit
the Coach section on our website to learn about
the coaches. You may email them directly to determine availability
and ask questions. You may also ask the Learn the skate coach to
see if they are available for private coaching.
What is
the best place to buy skates or skating
Many times throughout the
season, we offer a used skate/apparel sale at the rink during Learn
to Skate sessions. This is a great way to buy used skates/equipment
or to sell your skating equipment.
What is
the Kettle Moraine Figure Skating
The KMFSC is a Figure
Skating club devoted to the instruction and development of the
sport of Figure Skating in the Washington County
Community. KMFSC is a 100% parent volunteer non-profit 501c(3)
sports club. We currently have a membership of more than 35 skaters
and parents. New club members are always welcome. Visit
ourMembership section on the website to learn more
about our different membership opportunities and the many benefits
the members receive. We have club activities and meetings. If you
are interested in becoming a member, email us. We welcome all
interested and hope you can join us.
How do I
learn more about the Kettle Moraine Figure Skating Club or upcoming
Our website is continually
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Choosing Sweeping Equipment
Study Shows Backpack Blowers Highly Cost-Effectiveby Ranger Kidwell-Ross
In September of 1991, the City of Whittier, California, completed one of the most exhaustive time-in-use studies of backpack blowers yet conducted. California is a national leader in the use of backpacks, due to its population density and climate. As a result, this area has also been at the forefront in considering noise limit and allowable time-use legislation, as well as in banning use of power blowers. Nationally, nearly 100 cities now have either an ordinance against leaf blowers or ban them outright.
The Whittier City Council requested that their Director of Parks conduct a study to determine whether the positive aspects of using blowers were greater than the drawbacks. The results proved conclusively the absolute power and productivity of the power blower when used for general landscaping clean-ups.
The study, which calculated the amount of time it took to clean three park areas in Whittier by each of four methods; using a backpack blower, hosing debris to collection spots, sweeping with a broom, and using a Giant Vac® (a push-type wheeled power sweeper). It assumed that the wages paid for all operators was the same, approximately $14.25 per hour. No factor was included for the relative costs associated with the equipment used in the four methods.
The three park areas included in the study covered a total of 228,174 square feet, and the relative costs were calculated to the fraction of an hour (see chart). Based upon this hard data, the recommendation from the Whittier Director of Parks, Hideo Hamano, was, in part, that "bans on power-blowers would have drastic budgetary ramifications on the Parks Department." Hamano went on to recommend that the city undertake a program designed to "first educate the public and blower users regarding proper use, along with ramifications for failure to properly utilize them. Secondly, after evaluating the impact of the educational programs, follow-up with guidelines or an ordinance for their control."
Cleaning Method Hours to complete Total cost Walk behind Giant Vac® 24 hours $341.52* Broom Method 381 hours $5431.52 Hosedown Method 102 hours $1454.10** Backpack blower 5 hours $71.27
*12,294 sq. ft. of area could not be reached by the large power sweeper.
**The hosedown method was cited with the additional drawback of using approximately 21,609 gallons of water.
Data for this article provided by Robin Pendergrast, consultant for ECHO.
This article is reprinted from American Sweeper magazine, v2 n1 1992.
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For the complete Bragging Rights rules and to vote for other matchups, click here. We now move to the fourth and final region, the South, with No. 1 seed Duke taking on play-in winner and 4-seed LSU, which won the battle of the bigs against Stanford to reach the Sweet 16.
Duke Blue Devils
Starters (all stats per 48 minutes):
Carlos Boozer, Bulls: 27.1 points, 14.1 rebounds, 3.4 assists, 0.5 blocks, 1.0 steals
Corey Maggette, Bucks: 27.7 points, 8.3 rebounds, 2.8 assists, 0.2 blocks, 0.7 steals
Elton Brand, Sixers: 20.8 points, 11.9 rebounds, 1.9 assists, 1.6 blocks, 1.6 steals
Grant Hill, Suns: 20.8 points, 7.0 rebounds, 3.8 assists, 0.7 blocks, 1.3 steals
Luol Deng, Bulls: 21.8 points, 7.1 rebounds, 3.4 assists, 0.7 blocks, 1.2 steals
Missed the cut: Shane Battier, Grizzlies; Chris Duhon, Magic; Mike Dunleavy, Pacers; Gerald Henderson, Bobcats; Dahntay Jones, Pacers; Josh McRoberts, Pacers; JJ Redick, Magic; Shelden Williams, Knicks
Team synopsis: People have a tendency to think that Duke players don't do so well in the pros, but man, look at this lineup. Big and burly, and good luck keeping Brand, Boozer, and Maggette off the offensive glass. The only thing that could pose a problem for the Dookies is a lack of a top-notch outside shooter or true distributor, but Hill and Deng are good enough. Each guy on this team can put the ball in the basket.


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I am feeling very excited and looking forward to start my thesis work in Ericsson tomorrow, The well known Swedish company. My dream!…. It will definitely add to my experience a lot. and yes, Embedded electronics people here in Lund have high chance to do their thesis work in pioneer companies in this domain. like Axis , Sony , … Continue reading
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I finally got round to planning my current project, while it's not in any way amusing it's necessary. It's easy to forget that coming from prototyping, there you get to make stuff for three days (or whatever timeframe you choose) and not have to spend time on all that peripheral stuff.
For this game I have five weeks, in which I need to do not only the game code but also highscores and challenge systems, get the songs from my friends that are making music for me, do graphics for the game and it's four levels.
Damn. I just realized I forgot time for sound effects in my planning. Guess I'll have to rethink it a bit.
If anyone should be interested my planning is on Google Calendar.
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Ed has stepped down from his role as CEO of Educate for Life and we are delighted that he is now serving as an honorary life patron. Read More
Since the inception of Hunar Ghar, Educate for Life has worked in close partnership with Rajasthan Bal Kalyan Samiti (RBKS), a grassroots India registered NGO, which has worked extensively in the fields of education and community development across Rajasthan since it was founded in 1981. It has been a privilege to serve the Bakhel community together over the past ten years. Read More
A June Orientation was organised for the teaching and non-teaching staff of Hunar Ghar between the 19th and 29th of June in Udaipur. The dates for the Orientation are just ahead of the new academic year that begins with an enrolment period at Hunar Ghar at the start of July. It is a nice opportunity to have everyone from Hunar Ghar in one place for 10 days and through different sessions discuss (a) the new initiatives in the school in the coming year, (b) new concepts and (c) ideas from everyone on making improvements. Here our new Chief Operating Officer, Sanjiv Ray, shares an overview of the sessions that took place… Read More
'It's more than just a school', these are the words of one of our supporters who visited Hunar Ghar for the first time in April. Amit Chadda is a teacher from London, who spent time with our local team, helping to develop a teacher appraisal system to help with our teachers' professional development. Here he shares his experience of being at Hunar Ghar…
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In April, our Standard V students sat compulsory state board examinations in Hindi, English, Maths and Environmental Science. They have just received their results. All 34 children who sat the exams have been awarded 'A' grades as an average grade score of all their subject results. This is a phenomenal achievement and true reward for the hard work of the children and their dedicated teachers, Pushpa Dama (Hindi), Parakash Kasota (Hindi), Shantilal (Maths), Kailash Cindal (English), and Bhuvnesh Kumar (Environmental Science). Read More


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"Properly qualified, experienced and independent minded board members would never ratify a decision that would allow members' savings to be used for industrial relations stand-over tactics."
Mixed messages
Australian Industry Group chief executive Innes Willox, who sits on the board of AustralianSuper, said directors were legally obliged to make investment decisions with singular focus on earning the best financial returns for members – acting in their best interests.
And Luke Hooper, special counsel at law firm Mills Oakley, said he doubted that limiting investments to companies that adopted ACTU policy on wages – including the push for a "living wage" to replace the minimum wage – fitted the best interests duty.
"Does it come within the realm of bests interests? In my view it doesn't," Mr Hooper said.
"Ms O'Neil's statements send mixed messages that potentially expose incredibly good quality industry funds to be tarred with a brush that they managed to avoid following the royal commission.
"However, the statements clearly identify that a debate on where members' best interests begin and end is needed."
Mr Willox said that while environmental, social and governance factors were serious considerations given their potential to erode the value of stocks, there was no room for funds to act as "industrial weapons" of the union movement, he said.
"Industry superannuation is not an industrial relations weapon, nor does it belong to the union movement," Mr Willox said.
AiGroup and the ACTU are joint shareholders in AustralianSuper, the nation's largest fund at $145 billion.
"Ms O'Neil is misguided if she thinks positions advocated by a handful of union leaders will be ratified by the boards of industry funds," Mr Willox said.
"Board members understand their moral and legal obligations to bring an independent mind to their participation in board decisions and to act in the best interests of fund members."
Treasurer Josh Frydenberg said the law "requires that superannuation fund trustees and directors act in the best interests of their members and prioritise their members' interests over all others."
"If the Labor Party really cared about the retirement savings of Australians, Bill Shorten would condemn this aggressive union behaviour that is attempting to use superannuation as an industrial relations weapon to the detriment of members' retirement savings."
Former Liberal NSW treasurer Peter Collins, who sits on the boards of Hostplus and Industry Super Australia, said funds would not "kowtow" to interest groups, whether they be unions, businesses or governments.
"Our sole purpose is to act in our members' interests and the investment case must stack up, whether it's more ships on the Australian run or more money for tollways in states that have run down roads.
"Otherwise we are absolutely straight up and down in breach of our fiduciary duties."
Potential exposure
Under legislation enacted following the Banking Royal Commission, directors face civil and criminal penalties if they breach covenants in the Superannuation Industry (Supervision) Act, which oblige them to act in the best interests of fund members. This applies irrespective of whether loss occurs.
Mr Hooper said the test was whether trustee directors were acting "for the betterment of the investment return and not for ancillary reasons".
"I think it is very dangerous for trustees to look outside of the pool of assets and the sustainable and prudent management of those assets to argue that other factors are in members' best interests," he said.
"It potentially exposes trustees to claims that they chased the wrong objective, or failed to chase better objectives that they failed to identify.
"Ms O'Neil's statements also bring to mind that other covenants, such as exercising care, skill and diligence, and avoiding and managing conflicts of interests must be considered, otherwise trustees and directors become liable for breaches of these."
Trust law does not permit trustees to be influenced solely by political or social concerns, but in some limited cases the "best interests" of members might not always be financial interests. They might have strict views on moral and social matters, such as might be the case with the health fund Hesta in relation to investing in tobacco companies.
Slater and Gordon Practice Group Leader Mathew Chuk said he felt the wages push did fit the best interests duty.
"If a trustee properly considers it is in the best interests of its members to advocate to the board of a company in which it has invested members' funds that the company change its industrial practices or wage policies, then it is within the trustee's discretion to do that," he said.
"The more significant application of the best interests test (and other obligations owed by superannuation trustees) lies in the retail superannuation space, where significant profits have been made by the parent companies and other related parties of trustees."
Dodging questions
Industry funds are jointly owned by unions and employers. Their boards are typically made up of directors appointed by each, sometimes with an independent chair.
Labor dodged questions whether it supported or rejected Ms O'Neil's remakrs.
Shadow treasurer Chris Bowen said: "The Liberal Party seems to think that industry fund members should have fewer rights than other shareholders – which is a ridiculous view and wrong-headed, putting ideology and politics before performance."
"Labor will defend the rights of all Australians to invest in which ever super platform or fund they want, and in the case of industry funds, to act as any other shareholder."
"And of course the centrepiece of Australia's super system is trustees acting in the best interests of their members – something that Labor put in place and will always protect."
The ACTU wants industry funds to use their influence with BHP to resolve a dispute about 80 seafarer jobs working on iron ore ships.
But Ms O'Neil's comments on Thursday broadened calls for intervention to extend to all companies.
"We know that workers in full-time, secure, ongoing employment accumulate more superannuation than workers who have breaks in their employment and who are in casual, contract and labour hire jobs," she told the Conference of Major Super Funds.
"What happens to the retirement outcomes of working people if inequality in Australia is allowed to continue to run rampant? If we are investing workers' capital into companies that exploit workers, how sustainable will that be in the long term?"
Mr Collins said industry funds took environmental, social and governance risks seriously in as much as they posed a threat to investment returns. But achieving social outcomes such as wage rises was a matter for governments.
"Looking into the next five to 10 years, industry funds are not at all going to be at risk of pressure from significant interest groups such as the ACTU or Australian Industry Group or federal or state governments.
"[The ACTU] will advocate for whatever they like. But you're not going to find industry super funds kow-towing to external pressure because of our legal obligation. The one thing APRA can get us for is failing ot meet our members' interests."
Business Council chief executive Jennifer Westacott said super funds needed to invest ethically to achieve the best returns for retirement but if that extended to activism members should be informed.
"There is a fine line between ethical investment and political activism. Funds need to tread very carefully and keep a tight focus on their core purpose, giving Australians the opportunity for a comfortable retirement."
"Australians don't have a choice about whether they have superannuation, that's not the same as choosing to buy into an fund that doesn't invest in certain companies or products even if they would provide stronger returns."


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A great, comprehensive list of educational blogs for you to peruse when you can! Well worth it.
It's the start of the holidays, so it is time for a major update to the list of UK education bloggers. Please check if you are on it and let me know if you aren't. Also let me know if any of the blogs on the list shouldn't be. The spreadsheet version will follow shortly. My hope is that the holidays will provide an opportunity for major work on this, so we might even be able to end the holidays with Version 5.0.
There should be 1048 blogs on the list, and it should contain all blogs that:
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Highdown Trail: History, Myth and Beauty (PDF, Worthing Heritage Trails)
- short 2km walk on the Downs north of Ferring on the edge of Worthing
- Highdown Tea Rooms and Highdown Gardens on route
- The Highdown pub with an attractive garden
- Note the Highdown Pub and Tea Rooms currently being refurbished – pub due to reopen, 26 Feb 2019)
- mainly grass, occasional flint and chalk footpath. Moderate climb to the summit and hard going for wheelchair users and pushchairs
A short but interesting walk up to Highdown Hill's fine views. Although a relatively small hill, its unique position as the only hill on the Sussex coastal plain gives it commanding views along the coast, from Beachy Head in the east, to the Isle of Wight in the west. It is said to be the traditional burial place of the kings of Sussex, and the remains of a Saxon cemetery as well as a Roman bath house have been found on the hill.
Highdown Gardens contain a collection of rare plants and trees, collectively deemed a National Collection. The gardens, set in a former chalk pit, is owned and maintained by Worthing Borough Council with admission being free.


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Samar is Indian-American and has spent her life not knowing any of her family except her mother. When her uncle shows up a few days after the September 11th attacks, everything changes. Samar begins to question her past and wants to learn more about her family and her heritage. At the same time, suspicion increases against non-white Americans, and Samar finds herself at the center of some really awful prejudice.
I was really happy to hear about this book when Melissa reviewed it a few months ago. The discrimination against Muslims, Arabs, Indians, and "brown" people in general that popped up after 9/11 has always really bothered me. Everyone from certain parts of the world is suddenly considered a terrorist or a potential terrorist, and that really makes me angry. It makes me angry that when Nidal Malik Hasan attacked Fort Hood, he was automatically labeled a terrorist because of his nationality, before anyone even knew why he attacked, but when Andrew Joseph Stack flew a plane into the IRS building in Austin, he was automatically excused of the label because he was white. If Stack hadn't been white, our country would have automatically vilified him and tried to connect him to Al-Qaida. That's just to give one example.
So yes. This is an issue that I pay a lot of attention to, so I knew I had to get my hands on this book as soon as I could. I finally got to read it, and loved every page.
One of the primary themes in Shine, Coconut Moon is prejudice, and that's the theme I want to concentrate on here. Prejudice takes many different forms, and many of them are addressed in the book. I'm feeling a little brain-dead at the moment, so instead of writing them all out, I'm just going to bullet-point list examples. Forgive my laziness.
- Samar's Uncle Sandeep, who wears a turban, is harassed, threatened, and insulted because of the way he looks and the clothes he wears.
- Because Samar knows nothing about her heritage and doesn't go out of her way to hang out with other Indian-Americans at school, they call her a coconut and discriminate against her.
- Because the other Indian-Americans at school hang out in a single group instead of with the white kids, Samar dismisses them as potential friends.
- Samar judges other kids based on a couple facts she knows about them, rather than getting to know them personally.
- Samar's grandparents are racially biased against darker Indians and prefer lighter skin. They claim they cannot change this because it is the way they grew up.
- Samar's mother is biased against her parents, family, and heritage for multiple reasons and refuses to give them a chance, judging them all based on things she suffered through many decades earlier.
- A character named Balvir wishes Sikhism wasn't lumped in with Islam, so that the discrimination against the Sikhs would stop, but is then confronted by another character, Shazia, a Muslim who asks if prejudice would be more acceptable directed only towards some innocent people instead of many.
- There is discussion about racial prejudice used as fodder for TV shows and in the media.
- Lastly, there is reference to governmental hysteria and the Japanese internment camps around WWII, an extreme form of blanket racial prejudice.
While not all of these forms of prejudice can realistically get better, many of the characters come to understand their own biases and discrimination. They learn and they grow in a very believable and realistic way.
Beyond prejudice, this book is also about finding yourself, learning the truth about history, the importance of family, religious growth, and friendship. I wish I could talk about all these things, particularly the limited scope of history taught in schools – Texas Board of Education, anyone? – and the balance between keeping your cultural heritage and assimilating into a new culture. If I talk about each one of them, however, this review will be far, far longer than anyone will want to read. Instead I'll just have to encourage people to get a copy of it and read it! This is a book that itches for discussion. I expected to like it, but I didn't expect to get so much out of it, or for it to make me think as much as it did.


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Election is Over – Let's Create Jobs!
The election results are in and it has been almost a week since it became clear that the public wants job creation to be a top priority. It appears the message was heard by the White House as exhibited by the White House leveraging the Monster.com community to communicate with job seekers using Monster's Facebook Page. More on this action by White House can be viewed at http://tinyurl.com/2gxgsf8. Although it is admirable the Administration is seeking the comments of the unemployed the facts indicate that successful job creation must focus on developing an environment conducive to entrepreneurship.
One fact emerges with clarity. Start-ups and young companies dominate net job creation in the United States – and have done so for the last 30 years as stated by The Kauffman Foundation in press release in September 2010 http://tinyurl.com/3433xpf. If that is the case then why, has so little been done to encourage and support current and would be entrepreneurs?
In all fairness, perhaps initiatives have been implemented that are not immediately clear. Let me offer an apology in advance if that is the case. However, I suspect that is not the case. Too many years have come and gone with entrepreneurs struggling for the assistance and help needed to facilitate and transform their ideas into viable businesses. The current crop of politicians along with the newly elected could help job creation by quickly ( I know – what am I saying?) creating legislation that is favorable to business, current and future.
If the preponderance of jobs are created by start-ups and emerging companies common sense dictates that we provide the requisite resources for entrepreneurs to succeed.
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Recipe: Classic Caipirinha
Created by: Larry "Smokey" Genta
- 4 lime wedge
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- Garnish: lime wheel
- Notes: In a shaker pour Shot glass measure Cachaca 61, sugar, and lime. MUDDLE add ice. SHAKE, pour in to glass and garnish.
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Tuesday, December 23, 2008
Well, since the shenanigans of the cruise/graduation, things have not slowed down for me one bit. I went from working on baby to working on other things, and am keeping busy - and LOVING IT! I must say that I am enjoying myself completely. I love the fact that I don't have to say no to people anymore. I've seen some very old friends recently, that I miss so much, and am seeing more of them this evening! I've noticed though that my old friend, the computer, is getting pushed by the way-side in the after work hours, and I'm starting to miss it a teeny tiny bit. Though I miss it, I think that having a good, healthy separation for awhile is a good thing. I think it will help bring my focus back, so I can return to the interwebs with a vengeance. On the other hand, it's nice to be able to lose myself for a whole day cooking in the kitchen, and not have to work harder at anything else to compensate for the time lost. There are a whole bunch of projects around the house that need to be done too, like painting, and doing a thorough carpet cleaning, so I think I'll be busy for awhile. I'm excited for what the future holds, and that I can talk about thesis in the past tense forever and ever.
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Now you have booked with us, please take a moment to read through the following. It will help you prepare for your clean and might answer a few questions you may have.
Appointment time
Given appointment times represent a 1hr arrival window. Eg. a 0930 appointment time is 0930-1030 arrival window. We will do our best to be on time. But please understand that we will not leave our previous job until we are satisfied we have done the best possible job we can. There may be traffic on route to you, or unexpected delays. So bear this in mind if we are a few minutes late. We will however call ahead in most cases if we think we will be a little late.
Have you thought about Fabric Protection?
Ideal for protection from both water and oil based stains, also retards the re-soiling and wear rate. Works by protecting each and every fibre with an invisible shield making them virtually 100% stain resistant. Suitable for protecting most types of wet cleanable carpets and soft furnishings. Prolonging the life of your carpet & sofas and extending the time between cleans saving you £££ in the long run for a small initial investment.
What do I need to do before you arrive?
As part of our premium service, movement of sofas and small furniture is included to ensure we can clean as much of your carpet as possible. Unfortunately we cannot move large sideboards, cupboards & TV units. We do ask that the room is empty of small items such as nests of tables, lamps & toys etc. This is to ensure the clean is carried out in a timely and efficient manner.
What do you need to enable you to clean?
Nothing! We have a powerful, state of the art van mounted machine. This means we carry our own water and take the dirty water away. As such, we do need to park on the drive or next to the property. We are unable to accommodate high rise flats or properties where we cannot park close by. If this is the case, or if you are unsure, please get in touch.
What if I cant make the appointment?
We understand that sometimes things come up. We ask that you give as much notice as possible. We are an independant family business and last minute cancellations are unlikely to be filled by other customers at short notice. If you cancel within 48 hours, we may ask for a deposit to rebook. If you fail to answer on the day or cancel on the day, we will likely not rebook a future appointment.
Will every stain come out?
We treat spots as part of every clean. However, stains may incur additional charges due to the extra time and chemicals used. A spot could be muddy foot prints, watermarks etc. A stain is where soiling has changed the colour of the fibre, such as coffee, urine, paint etc. Whilst we endeavour to treat all of your soft furnishings to the best of our ability, we cannot guarantee 100% stain removal. We have completed an advanced spot and stain course with the National Carpet Cleaners Association and Modular Training Solutons and use these skills to achieve the best results possible.
My carpet is worn/flat where we walk/in front of the sofas, will a clean fix this?
In short, no. This is wear and damage to the pile of the carpet. A clean can improve the look but we cannot reverse wear or damage, and cannot remove furniture dents.
I have black lines round the edge of my rooms, will this come out?
Filtration soiling occurs as a result of air being forced into the room or space at a higher rate than it can escape from the same area. The air then seeks alternative escape routes, which usually ends up being the gap between the carpet and the wall trim and under closed doors. As the air is forced through these gaps, it passes through the carpet, which acts as a filter to the air. Any pollutants in the air are trapped by the carpet and turn the carpet grey or black in that area. Common pollutants that can contribute to the problem include smoke from cigarettes and candles, cooking oils, fireplace ash, and dust. This soiling does not occur as a result of insufficient vacuuming or improper vacuuming techniques (although consistently failing to vacuum the very edge of the room can help to amplify the problem). It is a problem that can occur in the cleanest of homes and is not considered a reflection of housekeeping abilities. The soiling is generally from vehicle fumes, especially diesel. So it is greasy and clings to the fibres. It often leaves a permanent greyness to the carpet, wool being the hardest to get great results. So it can be treated but if not corrected, they will reappear.
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Well, the goal of reviewing 2014's major movies before the Oscars went nicely enough. It wasn't a perfect success, as 6-7 notable pictures are yet to be seen (much less reviewed - expect a Selma review next week), but today was more of a guide post and motivator than it was a deadline. I got lucky, in a way, as last year truly had a wide selection of fine films...
So, after tonight's event, expect the 2014 review series to continue. Once done with those, I'll post the TV recommendations I talked about in the last update, in addition to the double dip entries mentioned therein, as well as the Carrie review whose draft went up by accident.
It's a little sad that I normally don't care about the Oscars, and that I only care this time around because I've seen so many films from the past year. No, wait - the sad part is that just before the winners are announced, I always think "don't f--k this up too badly, Academy."
But I know I'm gonna have a lot of fun tonight no matter what. I value being mature in general just as much as I try to/can make everything fun, so I'll have a kick even if I disagree with every winner this evening; it's much the same way that two of my strongest traits are my cuteness and my ability to annoy.
I leave you with this final message, dated February 19th, 2015:


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Monday – 150420
5-3-1 Program Week 4 – See spreadsheet for details
10-9-8-7-6-5-4-3-2-1 for time of:
Overhead Squats (135/95)
w/ 1 round of Cindy between each round*
*1 Round of Cindy = 5 Pull Ups, 10 Push Ups, 15 Squats
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Caring for a loved one with cancer is an emotional journey. Caregivers often experience the stress and anxiety of a loved one's cancer diagnosis and treatment, and because they are not the person undergoing treatment, they may feel reluctant to share the way they are impacted. Wanting all the focus to stay on their loved one's care, they may not reach out for necessary help.
But with so much on their plates — caregiving, managing a household, paying bills, caring for children and even holding down a full-time job — this juggling act can take a physical, emotional, mental and spiritual toll. That's why it's critical that caregivers take time to rest and recharge.
If you are a caregiver of someone living with cancer, remember that the better care you take of yourself, the better you'll be able to care of your loved one.
1. Share Your Feelings
As a caregiver, you may feel anxious, irritable, scared, frustrated, worried or sad. It may be difficult to share those feelings because you feel the need to "be strong" or don't want to increase the burden for your loved one going through cancer treatment. You may hide these very real emotions and, as a result, you may struggle more intensely.
Instead of bottling up your emotions, find a safe and welcoming outlet for them, such as another friend, family member, spiritual health clinician, social worker, or a religious provider. It can be extremely helpful to make a positive connection with others so that you can share your feelings honestly and openly in a safe place without fear of judgment — and so you can continue to support your loved one on his or her journey.
2. Ask for Help
It can be difficult to ask for help when a loved one is going through a health crisis like cancer. Even though people are constantly asking how they can help or what they can do, you may feel the impulse to pull inward and ride out the storm alone. It may even feel overwhelming to simply figure out what help can look like.
Challenge yourself to say "yes" to help more often. Take a moment to think about what you can delegate and what would make your life a little easier. That may include help with:
- Small jobs around the home
- Pre-made dinners
- Cleaning the dishes
- Folding laundry
- Grocery shopping
- Picking up kids from school or practice
These are the sorts of tasks that someone could easily jump in to assist with.
3. Assign a Communication Point Person
One of the most challenging aspects of caring for someone else is fielding well-intentioned calls, texts and emails from others interested in updates and how they can help. That alone can take a great deal of time and energy to share news — good and bad — and answer questions.
Instead of taking that burden on yourself, assign one family member or friend to be the communication point person for the entire family. Then, you just need to update one person and they can share the news with everyone else. Work together to establish parameters, such as:
- Ask the communication point person to assign "jobs" to those who ask how they can help. Share what would be most helpful, and then let your point person coordinate tasks and timing.
- Set boundaries about when your loved one and you need a break from phone calls and visitors. Communicate those parameters — whether it's the day of or after treatment, or certain hours in the evening, morning or over the weekend — so that others know what to expect and when you'll be available.
- Be clear in communication so your point person has the information he or she needs to answer questions.
4. Take Time for Yourself
It can be hard to take time for yourself when you feel like you need to spend all your time with your loved one. Focusing on yourself can help you rest, recharge, and ultimately be a better support. Here are a few simple ways you can take care of yourself:
• Set aside 5-15 minutes every day just for you. That could be during a morning cup of coffee, good book at night, or a quick walk outside. Write it down, schedule it and communicate your intentions so you stick to it.
As difficult as it may be to step away, it can take an emotional toll on both you and your loved one to be together 24/7. A walk around the hospital or block gives you both a chance for a little alone time and to reconnect with yourself.
• Ask a family or friend to visit with your loved one so you can do something you enjoy. You may feel guilty about getting out of the house while a loved one is sick, but it'll help improve your own emotional and spiritual health.
Meet a friend for coffee or lunch, browse a bookstore by yourself, or head to a favorite park. Whatever it is, just be sure to set a little time so you can enjoy something you love.
Support is Here
Caregivers are welcome and encouraged to talk with Spiritual Health at Emory Healthcare and the Winship Cancer Institute. They're here to listen and support patients and their caregivers wherever they may be on their cancer journey. Visit our website if you'd like to talk with someone from our spiritual health team.
Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University is the National Cancer Institute (NCI) Comprehensive Cancer Center for Georgia – the highest designation given by the NCI to cancer centers in the nation. Winship offers expertise in cancer research, prevention, detection and treatment with the most advanced therapies. Winship is where you get treatments years before others can. Our expert team coordinates every detail of your visit to meet your individualized treatment plan. Visit emoryhealthcare.org/cancer or call 1-888-WINSHIP for an appointment.
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Republic Services, Inc. – Flare Station and Hydrogen Sulfide Removal Facility Design at Apex Landfill
Flare station design facilitates growth as landfill expands
Cornerstone provides design and project coordination services for a new enclosed 5,000 standard cubic feet per minute (SCFM) low-nitrogen oxide (NOx) flare station for Republic Services at its Apex Sanitary Landfill in Apex, NV. When landfill gas (LFG) is not used by the landfill gas-to-energy (LFGTE) power plant, it will be routed to the enclosed flare. The flare station design facilitates the addition of multiple flares to handle increased LFG flow rates as the Apex landfill continues to expand.
Cornerstone acts as project coordinator to facilitate design management between the parties involved in the project, including the biodesulfurization plant equipment vendor, general contractor, structural design firm, electrical design firm, LFGTE plant developer, the flare equipment manufacturer, and the client.


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Launch of UPaD forum
UPaD now has a forum for discussions. It was created with the purpose to help the students taking courses in either Peace and Conflict studies or Development studies. A forum where anyone can get an account and ask its fellow students questions about things that or not so clear or just want to discuss a difficult matter. It's like a virtual seminar. To get to the forum click here and get an account you aswell! See you there!


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Great post! I bought this book a couple months ago and I love it! I have made the peppermint face wash (love!), one of the toners (fantastic), and a few more items. All of them have been wonderful. My favorite is the sugar scrub (made with brown sugar and cinnamon) – it smells so amazing and works great. I have not yet tried the shampoo or hair shine that you mentioned, but now I definitely want to do so ASAP! Thanks for posting, as it inspired me to get back to this book and try some more recipes. 🙂
How I Stopped Wasting Money on Conventional Shampoo
Thanks to the Mommypotamus, I have been covering myself in honey, molasses, fenugreek seeds, and other unmentionables for weeks. It is the best stress relief I've had in months.
I promised to report back after trialing some of the recipes from DIY Organic Beauty Recipes (affiliate link). I'm here to tell you that I am in love.
My hair is shiny, soft, and thicker than it has been for ages. My teeth are whiter. My skin looks younger. I no longer avoid catching a glimpse of myself in the mirror.
Here are my favorites so far.
Sweet Orange and Honey Shampoo
Sweet Orange and Honey Shampoo = happy shower. The cloud of citrus that envelops my head while I lather is scrumptious, and it takes me less than a minute to make an entire batch. Win.
I would have never thought to put honey in shampoo, but it really helps to break up the oil and makes the shampoo lather just like my regular shampoo. Who knew? I still giggle about slathering honey on my head.
I switched over to a semi-natural shampoo years ago but couldn't find anything to clean my hair that was free of chemicals. The safer the ingredients, the dirtier my hair got. And dirty hair smells. Yuck.
I can confidently say that I have now kicked the habit, and 100% of my personal care products are now completely safe for my health.
Shine Boost Rinse
The Shine Boost Rinse will a part of my beauty routine forever.
It has made the most dramatic change to my hair in terms of softness and shine. Even my husband noticed the difference the very first time I used it.
It's even easier to make than the shampoo, and I whip up a new batch every time I wash my hair right in the shower.
It's so empowering to see that my various bottles of homemade girliness have replaced anything made in a lab by men in white coats with safety glasses. That, my friends, is not sexy.
Now that I have my cleansing routine down pat, I'm moving on to makeup and perfume!
I'm going to start with Beetroot Cheek & Lip Stain…or Orange Vanilla Dream Lip Balm. I can't wait to get to the solid perfume. I so love the idea of it. And I really love the honey shampoo, but the African Black Soap Shampoo sounds too fun and funky to pass up. I have to try that too.
The best part of the book is that I can make new recipes whenever I want. Go get one for yourself and join me!
You know what else is in there? Stretch mark diminishing cream. Enough said.
Jennifer Nervo is a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, Reiki Master Practitioner & teacher, and Aromatherapist. Her focus is on digestive, nervous, and immune system dysfunction and the fields of functional nutrition & psychoneuroimmunology. She works with all conditions and diseases including environmental and food allergies, autoimmune diseases, multiple chemical sensitivity, diabetes, eczema, anxiety, weight loss as a symptom of dis-ease, and gut-brain disorders like autism.
When she's not herding her small troupe of monkeys or seeing clients, her free time is packed with researching and perfecting new wellness techniques (her not-so-secret passion). Jennifer is currently a group leader for the newest class of Nutritional Therapy Practitioners out of Ann Arbor, MI, studying for the national board exam in holistic nutrition, and running a combined distance and brick and mortar practice in metro Detroit. She's also a homeschooling suburbanite, foodie, and mama to two littles and a schnoodle.
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Just a quick follow up that after reading your article, I made both the shampoo and hair shine rinse. I LOVE THEM! I have really thick, wavy hair, so I think I may have used too much shampoo – it didn't feel 'clean' after rinsing. However, I used the hair shine rinse, which took care of that problem and left my hair incredibly soft. While I was using organic shampoo and conditioner previously, I will NEVER buy shampoo or conditioner again. LOVE THIS! Thank you!! 😀
I just bought this ebook and the recipes look great. One problem through… I have recently become allergic to coconut oil. Anyone have any thoughts on alternatives that could be used instead?
You've convinced me to try it! I've tried a lot of homemade recipes that have flopped so I was leery on spending $25 on an ebook. I'm trying to find something, anything that's good for oily hair that doesn't contain a bunch of chemicals and leave my hair feeling like straw or like the residue hasn't rinsed out.
When will you be offering the Sweet Orange and Honey Shampoo in your shop, and will it be in a glass bottle? Essential oils probably do better in glass, but I am a bit afraid of that in the shower. I wish someone would invent glass-lined plastic bottles. I love your blog!
I tried the link to buy the ebook but the link is down. Can you repost it. I am interested in the shampoo, conditioner and body butter recipes.


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Wind Blown Jewelry, Maker Feature for Blackberry PopUp Shop
by buckwheatngrits
For the next ten days, I'll be featuring local makers as part of the promotion for Blackberry PopUp Shop, a PopUp Shop in downtown Durham with live music. It should be a really fun event, and if you live in the area you should definitely try to stop by! I'm very excited for my house to be full of beautiful things and people.
Today I'm featuring Wind Blown, the simple and classic jewelry line by Rachel Calhoun. Rachel is a Raleigh-based maker who has been making jewelry for about ten years. Her pieces are airy, clean, and simple. Extremely minimal, her work is easy to wear and full of effortless character. I especially love her rings, a healthy mix of statement pieces with oversized, long-cut stones in curvy shapes and her more delicate, wire geometric rings. In her own words, Rachel is "all about making a statement with jewelry," but she likes to do so "in a manner that preserves the purity of the piece." This purity is derived from the natural elements Rachel incorporates so easily into her work. Rather than chunky, heavy, rough-cut stones and gems, Rachel's pieces are smooth, clean, and delicate.
You can almost always find Wind Blown jewelry at Sola Coffee's PopUp maker fairs and various other markets in the area. You can also follow her on Instagram, and her website is set to launch very soon, so keep a sharp eye!
Of course, you can also catch her at the Blackberry PopUp Shop on Saturday, July 18th from 12-4pm.


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Spectacular Aman branded residences with private swimming pools for sale in one of Greece's leading 5* resorts in the beautiful Peloponnese region with the option to custom design the villas to add bedrooms as required.
Home to breathtaking countryside, magnificent beaches, sun kissed shores and fascinating culture, the Peloponnese is a fabled region that has become one of the most exclusive and sought-after destinations in Europe. On its northeastern shores, lies the greater Porto Heli area, including the islands of Hydra and Spetses, also known as the "Cote d'Azur" of the Eastern Mediterranean. This tranquil seaside escape -only a few hours flight from Europe's capital cities and just a twenty five minute helicopter or two hour car ride from Athens- is home to Amanzoe Resort and Villas, arguably the most upscale development in South Eastern Mediterranean at the moment.
The Amanzoe Villas at Porto Heli are part of an exclusive integrated community, created by leading developers Dolphin Capital Investors for those who seek total privacy and the highest level of service in a natural setting of unsurpassed beauty.
Cradled among centuries old olive groves, the Villas feature exceptional design by leading architect Ed Tuttle and boast breathtaking panoramic views of the glittering Aegean Sea and awe-inspiring countryside and vineyards. Branded by Amanresorts, the Villas are intimate and discreet and synonymous with impeccable service and understated elegance. They all have access to a stunning private beach in a secluded cove, and benefit from access to a range of outdoor activities and high security.
Buying process:
Villas are designed to spec so as to suit the client's wishes, in line with Aman guidelines. Timing to completion is up to 2 years from signing of the Reservation Agreement.
Rental pool: owners are not obliged to put the property into the rental pool
There's an Owner's Club where owners at Amanzoe and Amanera can swap villas for 2 weeks a year
Villa owners can enjoy a 20% on all Aman hotels (depending on availability/season)
We specialise in arranging bespoke inspection trips to all our properties, tailor-made to suit your specific travel requirements. Contact us to speak to a dedicated travel manager.
If we don't have the perfect property for you on the website, don't worry. We have carefully chosen associates around the World who have access to the very best properties on the market today. Just tell us your requirements and leave it to us to find your ideal home.


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Specially designed for the sensitive skin, The 'Red Ginseng Oriental Cream' from 'Secret Key' is constituted mainly of the water extracted from the Red ginseng that helps in improving skin elasticity making the 30+ skin look much younger. The Niacinamide and Adenosine brighten and lighten skin tone. Make your skin look even toned and flawless immediately after dabbing on the cream. The cream is also extra hydrating with extracts from 8 different types of plants. The Meadow foam seed oil creates a moisture barrier that gives extra moisture and nourishment to the skin. The thick and creamy texture and the mild floral scent of the cream make anyone love it for everyday use.
The cream comes in a pretty lovely deep red bowl and is free of any artificial and harmful additives.
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How to Use: Bring in the cream as a part of your daily skin care routine. As the final step of the routine, pat in some cream till it gets absorbed. Use 2 times a day for better results.
Note: If you feel any kind of irritation while using the product, stop immediately and take your doctor's advice.


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55 Times You Wanted to Be Part of the Friends Crew
55 Times You Wanted to Be Part of the Friends Crew
It's hard to believe that Friends is more than 20 years old! Even now, we can't help but look back at all the funny moments that made us wish we were part of the cool Central Perk crew. From Chandler's sarcasm and Phoebe's one-liners to Joey's food obsession and Rachel's hilarious relationships with Monica and Ross. Relive all the most memorable Friends moments that made the group so lovable.


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Found 65 Day Nurseries In Wolverhampton
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Lateral epicondylitis, better known as tennis elbow, is a condition where the tendons connecting the muscle of the forearm to the elbow become irritated or sprained. Most often, it is caused by repetitive gestures in the arm and wrists.
Rather than being an inflammatory issue, tennis elbow seems to be the result of degenerative muscle changes. Although it was given the nickname because tennis players often develop it, the condition is also seen in older adults who work as butchers, plumbers, carpenters, painters, and many other occupations that require repetitious arm movements.
The main symptom of tennis elbow is pain, usually located in the muscles on the outside of the elbow or sometimes in the wrist and forearm. Tenderness and swelling within those same areas are also common complaints. These issues can affect a person's grip strength and make it difficult to do common activities like turning a doorknob, shaking hands, or even just holding a coffee mug.
Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis) is a painful condition caused by inflamed tendons in the elbow joint. This condition is caused primarily by overuse and repetitive movements of the muscles that straighten and raise the hand and wrist. This overuse is not limited to tennis, as the name might indicate, or other recreational activity. More commonly, this injury comes from occupational repetitive movements. Tennis Elbow can be a result of muscle strain injury from other repeated activities like painting, cutting up meat or other culinary ingredients, overuse of computer mouse, any racket sport, carpentry or use of plumbing tools.
Less frequently, Tennis Elbow can be caused by a direct injury to the elbow. If that injury causes severe inflammation, it can cause the tendons and joint to degenerate leading to the chronic pain of tennis elbow.
It is common for tennis elbow to improve on its own within a few months without any type of major medical intervention. The condition is essentially a type of strain or sprain, so a good mantra to follow is RICE (rest, ice, compression, elevation) when treating it at home. Physical exercise can also be beneficial, so doctors will sometimes recommend about half an hour of aerobic exercise a few days a week. Conversely, other cases may require increased amounts of rest to avoid undue strain. Many patients respond well to therapies like massage, stretching, acupuncture, and physical or occupational therapy. More serious strains may require the use of NSAID pain relievers, corticosteroid injections, braces, or splints. In the event that everything else fails, surgery is available as a last resort.
Prevention of Tennis Elbow starts with the patient using proper technique in whatever repetitive activity that he or she is engaged in. Proper training for that activity, then, is essential. Learning incorrect technique will lead to injury through repetition of the faulty technique. Use of proper equipment is also vital to avoiding injury, particularly if it involves wrist braces or special gloves that are standard for the indicated activity.
In terms of training and techniques, it is also important for the patient to monitor the pace of activity. Immediate overuse without gradually increasing stamina and strength can cause strain and tears in the muscle tissue around the elbow joint leading to Tennis Elbow. Proper rest is essential as well as recognizing the beginnings of injury. If the muscles are slightly strained or overtired, it is important to get proper rest and not continue working or playing through the injury. Alternating forms of activity, whether recreational or occupational in nature, and resting those muscles and tendons linked to Tennis Elbow can help prevent its occurrence.


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Do you know what filmsNow Search is?
It is possible to find filmsNow Search in your Google Chrome browser even if you do not remember installing it. Our researchers have found that this new browser extension belongs to a family that also contains MoviesNet Search, MusicNet Start, and FilmsNet Start among others. These are all very similar and sometimes even identical search pages or features. This tool has been classified as a potentially unwanted program, or PUP for short. In other words, this extension does not mean direct and huge danger to your computer or to you; yet, there is a chance that it may expose you to questionable third-party content. It can also be find spreading in deceptive ways, which again makes it suspicious. We suggest that you do not use this tool if possible. What's more, we recommend that you remove filmsNow Search from your computer in order not to give it a chance to put your system security at risk.
It is possible to download and install this PUP officially if you visit its promotional webpage at medianetnow.com or the Chrome web store page at chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/filmsnow-search/pcflcdabljbmaodkpkpbepfihonpegjc. The official page is a very simple one that actually promotes five tools on one page. Once you click on the "Add to Chrome" buttons, you are redirected to the respective web store page and you can install the chosen tool. Once you think you are through with the installation, another questionable browser extension is offered to you to install. This is quite pushy but we understand if this alone is not enough for someone to act and delete filmsNow Search.
However, these are not the only ways for this PUP to appear on your computer. Schemers often use software bundles to deliver such threats as well as malware infections. Such bundles are then promoted by suspicious file-sharing websites like torrent and freeware pages. These sites are also infamous for hosting unsafe third-party ads and other content that you may not even realize to be ads (e.g., fake notifications and fake buttons). You can also find such contents on other suspicious sites usually associated with online betting, gaming, dating, and porn. You should avoid landing on such pages if you do not want to infect your computer with a PUP like this as well as malware threats like adware programs, browser hijackers, Trojans, and fake alerts. Since these infections can also expose you corrupt third-party ads and links, you can further infect your machine as long as you do not make sure that your system is all clean. That is why you should run a full-system malware scan after you delete filmsNow Search.filmsNow Search screenshot
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When you are installing this PUP, it sets search.medianetnow.com as your default search engine and changes your homepage and new tab settings so that you do not have the usual default search box on the page but the cursor will be focused in your address bar. This is to push you to use the new default search engine, which, by the way, will redirect you to modified Yahoo search results pages, which may include questionable ads and links promoted by this tool. This extension only works in Google Chrome. It also installs a button, which you can find in the Taskbar of your browser. If you click on this button, a new tab opens where are instructed by a little window to type in a letter "m" and then, press the Tab key to activate the filmsNow Search function. This search will redirect you to a gomovix.com page, which is the promoted online movie streamer page. You should know that this site can expose you to questionable third-party ads and you may not even be able to watch any movies there since you may simply be redirected to a Google search results page with the chosen movie as keywords. All in all, this is a totally useless browser extension that may present to you potentially harmful ads and links. If you were to engage with those, you could put your system security at risk. We advise you to remove filmsNow Search right away.
If you are ready to put an end to this useless tool, you can use our instructions below as a reference. You can perform these easy steps even if you are not an advanced computer user. Nevertheless, cleaning your system fully of any threats possible could be more difficult than you may think unless you are an IT savvy, of course. So we recommend that you use a professional malware removal application like SpyHunter to eliminate all existing threats from your computer as well as protect it from future attacks.
Remove filmsNow Search from your browser
- Tap Alt+F and select More tools.
- Choose Extensions.
- Locate the extension and click on the Trash can icon.
- Press Remove.
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If filmsNow Search can be found in your Google Chrome browser and you do not recall installing it, you should know that there is a chance that there are malware infections on your computer. This browser extension may only be a potentially unwanted program, it can still pose a threat to your system by the questionable search results it may display to you. Since its presence can also indicate multiple system security threats by which you could further infect your computer or end up scammed by crooks, we suggest that you remove filmsNow Search from your PC. Protecting your computer should be your priority if you would like to use a secure system. You can automatically safeguard your PC if you employ professional anti-malware software.