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"Basically, anything you buy, we now see," disclosed Senior VP Nada Bradbury. Nielsen wants to use this data in combination with its current tracking practices to pinpoint consumers' purchase activities even more exactly.
Nielsen's access to store receipts and household spending, together with its monitoring practices of the TV and Internet activity of "Nielsen families," led to the nickname "Big Brother" in a blog post by AMP, a digital marketing agency.
In an interview with AdAge, Bradbury said that Nielsen only tracks the purchases of users who have signed up for Nielsen's National People Meter TV ratings panel, and the bank information is not broken down by item, but rather by transaction.
Nielsen is expanding its targeting surveillance away from media that seem to be "losing relevance," such as traditional TV tracking.
Purchase-based targeting has yet to reach truly creepy levels — but it could later this year. According to CBS chief research officer David Poltrack, Nielsen plans to double the amount of projects that link our purchases to our TV and online habits. Marketing just got (more) personal.


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- Phillip Beaver
- Baton Rouge, LA
- United States
Citizen, Humankind
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Individually possessing the truth seems unworthy: understanding seems a nobler personal objective.
I once thought that by mastering the Word of God—studying the truth according to the Bible—my life would become its best. As time passed, the truth seemed unreachable: understanding became attractive.
For a trite example of understanding, everybody knows the sun doesn't rise: Earth's axial rotation reveals the sun in the morning and hides it in the evening. Yet, who'd debate Annie's, "the sun'll come up . . . tomorrow."
It seems there are two quests for understanding: humankind's ultimate quest and the individual's lifetime quest. Humankind's evolution involves over 100 billion humans and spans millions of years. Communications evolved—from motions; to grunts; to symbols; to language; to writing; to the world-wide web—perhaps during a million years. Considerations from before seem manifest in us. Yet humankind seems far from psychological maturity.
Society celebrates chronological age, but not psychological maturity. A person can enlist in armed services and vote at age 18; at age 21 legally consume alcohol in some societies; at age 25 enjoy cheaper auto insurance; and at age 63-68, retire. Age is rewarded, but almost no one promotes psychological maturity.
Quoting Professor Orlando Patterson, "Psychologically the ultimate human condition is to be liberated from all internal and external constraints in one's desire to realize one's self." We owe it to ourselves to want psychological maturity—to discover our preferences—to discover ourselves, understanding that the truth seems approachable yet perhaps unattainable.
Since we share uncertainty, we could understand each other, accepting that the truth knows no favorites.
General revision for clarification: 1/24/2012. See original statements, below.
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Jan 15 2012: Philip,
I see you are a poet. Very well. I believe another poet summed up your attitudes quote succinctly when he wrote,
Between the idea and the reality...
Falls the shadow.
-T. S. Eliot, The Hollow Men.
I am actually working on a short story right now that uses the light/shadow, knowledge/doubt metaphor as its underpinning philosophical statement, so I am inclined to agree with you. If you accept the premise that knowledge cannot exist without corresponding doubt, just as light cannot shine without producing a shadow, then the quest for truth necessarilty becomes an adventure to enjoy, not a goal to reach. How can I arrange my thoughts so that, when examined, they produce the least amount of shadow (doubt)?
Jan 15 2012: I disagree that you need doubt to believe in the knowledge of existence, as I would define doubt as fear of uncertainty; as a lack of confirmed knowledge. At most I would say that doubt is merely a step we overcome on our way to knowledge, if indeed we are capable of achieving such a thing, not a shadow cast as a result of knowledge gained.
Seth Powell 10+Jan 15 2012: Zacharia,
The argument isn't that we 'need doubt to believe in the knowledge of existence' but that doubt arises within our knowledge of existence. That knowledge and doubt are different parts of the same construct, or different phenomena resulting from the same action (different interpretations if the same action?).
Doubt is not the fear of uncertainty, just the acknowledgment of it.
Think of it kind of like a business cycle. Growth leads to inefficiencies, which leads to stagnation and contraction, which compel innovation, which initiates growth. Forming mental constructs leads to excluded data, which leads to doubt, which leads to further study, which leads to reforming mental constructs, etc. Just as 'growth' and 'contraction' are simultaneously occuring phenomena within 'economy' so 'knowledge' and 'doubt' are simultaneously occuring (and reinforcing) phenomena within 'thought'.
Jan 15 2012: Zach,
Re "knowledge of existence," beware radical skepticism if you have not encountered it: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Radical_skepticism.
I have a different view of "doubt," more like accepting uncertainty. As a child, I became fascinated with biographies (and in retirment returned to it, just finishing Ron Chernow's Washingtion). My school library had a sky blue shelf of them, and I learned to make my sequential selections by reading the first page and last page of the next candidate.
As Protestant youth, I read the Bible as required but one day decided to apply my biograhy selection technique. The first page merely counfounded me. However, the last page contained an idea that created what I refer to as "precious doubt." At Revelation 22:18 I thought, "No god would be so weak as to threaten readers." It was not enough to prevent my indoctrination into Christianity, but pehaps that precious doubt empowered my salvation/damnation.
Jan 15 2012: SEP, being called a poet may be the finest thing that has happened to my work, so thank you.
I like your focus on doubt. Your thought "the least amount of shadow (doubt)" prompted one of my favorite endeavors: identifying, admitting, and solving self-contradiction. Perhaps doubt is essential to recognizing contradiction.
In "knowledge cannot exist without corresponding doubt," I wonder about the word choice "knowledge," meaning "acquaintance with facts, truths, or principles, as from study or investigation; general erudition." It seems to me knowledge leads to understanding and "understanding cannot exist without corresponding doubt." Thus, even though the case for the earth shaped like a globe seems iron-clad, there may be room for a smidgen of doubt. However, the case for no-god seems well worth doubt.
Thus, the person who makes the leap of faith to a belief, for example, there is no god, has relied on knowledge without a doubt and thus is blind to understanding. In other words, if there is a being in control of everything, it seems a being the human mind cannot imagine.
Some of my all time favorite writings are short stories. Chekhov's Rothschild's Fiddle and Faulkner's Barn Burning come to mind. I'm interest in your short story.
Jan 15 2012: Philip,
Perhaps 'understanding' is a better word choice than 'knowledge', but the premise is essentially the same.
"..even though the case for the earth being round seems iron-clad.."
Do not misunderstand me. I am not stating that each and every assertion needs to be qualified with doubt. Like you, I know the earth is round and do not philosophically or scientificaly challenge that. My position arises from the potential for falsification of the world by our senses. Not that a falsification necessarily occurs, but that it might. In short - its the acceptance that I am stuck inside my human head and unable to possess a different perspective.
Jan 15 2012: SEP,
Our thinking may be parallel. In your context, does "accept" relate to "believe." I especially get that impression from "stuck inside my human head and unable to possess a different perspective."
I have an aversion to "I believe." The phrase translates to me as, "I am impatient to wait for discovery or sufficient evidence and therefore choose to believe." Believing seems counterproductive. For example, choosing to believe the earth was flat delayed Christian explorers for 1000 years, and all the while seafarers perceived a globe. Polytheist Vikings discovered the Americas 500 years before the Christians did.
I don't even want to say, "I believe in love," for fear of encouraging a politician to justify marital infidelity—contradicting his/her vows. (Serious humor.)
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New market leading easy access account
Posted: June 21, 2012|
Base rate may still be held down firm at 0.50% but savings providers are upping the stakes when it comes to offering the best rates on easy access accounts. Only at the end of May, the Post Office announced a market leading rate of 3.17% (variable) with its Online Saver (Issue 5). Now Santander has trumped the traditional savings provider with its Easy Access eSaver (coincidentally, also Issue 5).
What's the deal?
Santander is offering a rate of 3.20% with its Easy Access eSaver on balances of between £1 and £2million. However, this comes with a steep 12-month bonus of 2.70%, so after this time, the rate will drop to 0.5%.
Interest on the account is calculated daily and you can choose whether to have it paid monthly or annually. The monthly option will suit those looking to use their savings interest to supplement their income – although note that the interest rate for the monthly option is 3.15%. Here the bonus is 2.65%, so when this comes out the rate will also fall to 0.50%.
Whichever you choose, interest can either be paid directly into the account or into a non-Santander nominated account. Bear in mind that, if you go for the latter option, the account you nominate cannot be changed once it's been confirmed.
As it says on the tin, Santander's Easy Access eSaver account is true easy access, which means you can make unlimited deposits and penalty-free withdrawals totally at your will. You can also manage your account 24 hours a day using the internet or the telephone.
The account is available to new and existing customers and can be opened in single or joint names. In the fortunate event that you have to think about such things, remember the total amount of cover you have per institution under the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS) is £85,000, or £170,000 if the account is in joint names.
Any catches?
The main catch on Santander's new easy access offering is that, while the advertised rate looks highly competitive, it incorporates a whopping 2.70% bonus for the first 12 months. This means that after the first year, savers' returns will drop to a measly 0.50%.
The Post Office account's Online Saver, on the other hand, has only a slightly lower rate of 3.17% and incorporates a much smaller bonus of 1.52%. This puts returns after the first year on this account at a much more respectable 1.65%.
So if you feel you won't be inclined to move your money when the bonus rate expires, the Post Office account could still be the best option. However, bear in mind that both Santander and the Post Office's headline rates and underlying bonuses are variable.
As you can only open and operate Santander's Easy Access e-Saver account remotely (online or on the telephone), it will not suit savers who value face-to-face contact of a branch.
What's the verdict?
If you are a casual kind of saver who is simply looking for somewhere to stash some rainy-day cash you intend to dip in and out of, this account is a winner. It pays the current market leading rate and is simple and hassle-free to open and operate.
Santander's Easy Access e-Saver account is also good for longer-term savers who are looking for the best returns but are reluctant to forfeit access to their cash.
Whichever category you fall into though, it's important to mark in your diary when the bonus rate expires and move your cash then to seek out the best returns. Fail to do this and you will be earning the same returns as the current base rate.
Top tip!
With increasingly large bonuses already embedded in the headline rate, it is becomes ever-more important to keep on top of their expiry dates and move your hard-earned savings accordingly.
However, if you don't feel you will be inclined to do this, there are easy access accounts available that don't incorporate bonuses at all – and the rate you see (while variable) is the rate you get.
As you can expect from these 'clean rate' accounts, they will not be quite as competitive as easy access accounts with built-in temporary bonuses. That said, there are some that are still eye-catching.
The Aldermore Easy Access account, for example, pays a bonus-free rate of 2.75%, although this is on balances of £1,000 or more. And the rate on this account comes with a guarantee that it will remain at least 1.70% above the base rate until March 2013.
Virgin Money's bonus-free Easy Access e-Saver is also offering a competitive 2.60% – and it can be opened with £1.


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Miles for Smiles
Miles for Smiles
Saturday, May 25
Join us for Miles for Smiles 2013! It's a great time, and a fun way to raise funds to send local children to Camp SWONEKY this summer...Ride individually, or as a team -- either way, it's a great time, a great feat, and a great way to help underprivileged children in our local community.
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After two years of internal struggle, the U.S. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce is enjoying a new-found solidarity with a newly elected CEO and a newly elected chairman. "The message I ask you to take back to your chambers and corporations is that this is a new day at the USHCC," Armando Ojeda, the organization's CEO, announced at the group's 25th anniversary convention in Austin, Texas, in September.
The new leadership marks a second chance for the organization, which in recent years saw the departure of CEO George Herrera, the resignation of J.R. Gonzales as chairman to take over as acting CEO, and finally the selection of Mr. Ojeda, and newly elected Chairman David Lizarraga. But the new team confronts familiar obstacles to business development: corporate and federal procurement, political advocacy, and access to capital.
Mr. Lizarraga ranks procurement as the biggest issue. "We have to work with our corporate partners and Corporate America, but also hold them accountable in how they deliver opportunities and extend themselves," he says. "Of course, a partnership goes both ways. We also have to provide supportive services to make that possible."
The USHCC Procurement Council is developing a database of the chamber's member companies and their capabilities. Once the system is built, corporate buyers can find Hispanic suppliers and the USHCC can facilitate a match. On the government side, Frank Rivera, the new USHCC vice-chairman, says the council will start by looking at the 10 largest federal agencies' purchasing to assess whether they are unbundling contracts to include small business.
For his part, Mr. Lizarraga sees progress on federal procurement occurring in tandem with raising the USHCC's political profile. He envisions formulating a bipartisan national Hispanic economic agenda starting at the local-chamber level. To fully leverage Hispanic power, the local, state, and national chambers should have a consistent message, similar to the way political parties operate. "If we can generate 200,000 letters to Congress, we'll prove that we can show up in big numbers and we're a premium demographic that they need to pay attention to," Mr. Ojeda notes.
The new leadership also plans to organize a private equity fund to reach the middle market. "Through Hispania, we have access to capital for very large, growing organizations," Mr. Lizarraga explains. "But we also need to establish a fund that reaches to $3 [million] to $5 [million] to $10 million needs. … We're talking about the capital needs to get to the next step up." Story continued below …
Despite a raft of new leaders at the USHCC, two key professionals counsel Tom Stahl and CFO George Lasnier remain firmly in place from the previous administration. Mr. Stahl, the organization' attorney for its entire 25-year history, ran the elections again at this year' convention, just as he did two years ago amid protests over the legitimacy of the process.
"I think the process was there before nobody hid anything," Mr. Stahl tells Hispanic Business. "But I think communication has improved."
In weathering the USHCC leadership change, Mr. Stahl retains a valuable client. Based on five years of the organization's Form 990 (the non-profit equivalent to a tax form), legal bills average $84,595 per year. In 2001, the total reached $134,551 (to review the Form 990s, visit www.HispanicBusiness.com/go/ushcc).
On the financial side, Mr. Lasnier remains on staff after barely a year on the job. He tells Hispanic Business he expects to have the 2003 Form 990 ready for public disclosure "earlier than in past years, but not early enough," noting that historically the USHCC has taken every possible extension. Because the organization's financial year ends on March 31, extensions can defer filing until November.
Strategically, the fund would provide an example for other public and private money to follow. "Right now there's a lot of Latino money going into pension funds," says Mr. Ojeda. "We need to ask: Where is that Latino pension money going? Is it being invested in Latino businesses? Is it going to private equity funds like the one we want to set up, so we can actually generate some compelling business models?"
The USHCC already has relationships with several large banks, but furthering access to debt capital remains an issue for the organization and its member chambers (see accompanying story, "The Florida Banking Challenge").
The fresh enthusiasm at the USHCC convention represents a dramatic turn-around from the 2002 convention, when state and local chambers mounted a public protest against the exclusion of chambers and candidates from board elections and the lack of transparency in USHCC leadership. But the question remains whether the organization can put internal politics behind it and get back to business.
"In the last two years we've gone through a period of growth and re-adjustment," Mr. Lizarraga concedes. "Our concern is that we need to be equipped as an organization to support our members in the effort to get a bigger piece of [the Hispanic] market and the national market."
In a spare moment during the USHCC convention, Chairman David Lizarraga met with a delegation from Florida to discuss the latest struggle in the long campaign for minority access to capital. The Florida issue centers on a group of 42 minority business organizations, including seven Hispanic chambers, that want Bank of America to commit to a $150-billion minority investment program over the next decade. While most of the money would go toward affordable housing and home mortgages, $32 billion would be small business loans.
"I have never witnessed a state such as Florida where minority community development organizations are treated as second-class citizens," Al Piña, chairman of the Florida Minority Community Reinvestment Coalition, said in a letter to Mr. Lizarraga and leaders of other national organizations.
Mr. Piña bases his Bank of America goals on a $21-billion agreement announced by Wachovia Corp. as part of its merger with SouthTrust in August. In the Wachovia case, Mr. Piña and other advocates leveraged the influence of public pension funds with significant stock holdings to lobby on their behalf. With B of A, Mr. Piña plans a similar strategy with the USHCC and other national organizations.
"We are asking for national support," says Mr. Piña, a former part-time employee of Mr. Lizarraga at TELACU. He wants the USHCC to act an an "intermediary," both in negotiations with major corporations like B of A, as well as in helping build local Hispanic chambers, which are often small and financially struggling. "The only way to catch up is get national organizations to come in."
For its part, Bank of America says that according to the most recent data available it is No. 1 in Florida in home-mortgage lending to minorities. "Bank of America is the No. 1 SBA lender in Florida, including the No. 1 provider of SBA 7(a) loans to minorities," says spokesman George Owen.
For now, the FMCRC has set up a meeting between Mr. Lizarraga and the corporate leaders at Wachovia next month. Discussions will center on Florida, but also include Hispanic opportunities throughout the bank's service area along the Atlantic seaboard. And Mr. Piña hopes to restart negotiations with Bank of America. In time, he believes Hispanics must use competitive pressure as a bargaining chip a process in which Hispanic chambers can play a central role.
"Capital is the end goal capital for homes that can eventually capitalize businesses," says Mr. Piña. "But it's going to take specific programs that drive business to these banks so they won't take our community for granted."
Read a transcript of Hispanic Business' interview with USHCC Chairman David Lizarraga>>


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Thought Catalog has everything from entertaining lists to hard-hitting editorials, which combine to make a website perfect for procrastination.
Now that the election is over and social media has calmed down a bit (for the most part), college writers and journalists might need another outlet for amusement when aimlessly perusing the Internet.
Instead of wasting precious time and killing your brain cells by scrolling through pictures of an acquaintance's latest vacation, spend your study breaks on these informative yet entertaining sites.
1. Thought Catalog
Thought Catalog, established in 2009, has a reputation for having some of the snarkiest writing on the Web and perhaps being "too sincere for the Internet."
This Web journal, created by 26-year-old Ryan O'Connell, presents itself as a non-fiction, sarcastic and clutter-free site with relevant and relatable authors that are mix of regular and contributing writers. These writers create an eclectic body of work ranging from entertaining lists (such as "20 Things I Miss About Being in my 20s") to hard-hitting editorials ("A Daughter of Suicide"). The TC is essential for those who may think that good writing has to be serious to be respected. Reading just one of the website's 7,500 articles will nullify this stigma fairly quickly.
BONUS: Contributing to Thought Catalog is as easy as uploading your article to the submissions section. While they cannot publish all pieces, the ones that make the cut are featured on the site along with a bio about the writer (you!).
2. CollegeHumor
Masked behind a cartoonish homepage, CollegeHumor.com showcases some of the wittiest writing on the Internet. The entertainment site was created in 1999 by two college-aged friends and quickly rose to fame. It is known for its original videos (CH Originals) as well as its humorous articles that include essays, comics, interviews and columns.
Like the name suggests, the site appeals to college students and post-grads as well as people who simply enjoy reading articles with topics that poke fun at all things college, including freshmen orientation and social media. Despite the joking nature of the articles, the writing on College Humor is smartly written. Spending hours on this site is not only entertaining, but it's also a way to challenge serious writers to let loose without compromising style.
BONUS: Like what you see? CollegeHumor has an editorial internship for college students that live in the greater New York area.
3. Local news outlets
While keeping up with current events isn't a chore for most student journalists, you may not find every piece of news interesting and relevant to you. The solution to reading through boring story after boring story without being entertained is simple: Read your hometown news website. Take a break from CNN and read about the intense city council race or an act of violence that took place down the street from your elementary school. Although it seems like common sense, many people overlook the fact that local news can be more mentally stimulating because it is more salient to our personal lives. Most local news outlets often make writers give their stories a local angle, which is essentially the best of both worlds, news-wise.
BONUS: With the recent popularity of backpack journalism, many of the stories that reporters write (in addition to their video stories or photos) may not be as strictly edited as a story that is only meant for print. Luckily for writers, one of the best ways to become a better writer is to edit other writing. So feel free to get your red pen out and go to town.


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There are a number of good reasons to choose Cabarete for your next holiday. The fabulous weather, beautiful beaches and exciting activities are just a few examples. A holiday rental home in Cabarete will put you close to all of the most popular activities and attractions. You may be just steps from the beach and close to wonderful local restaurants and shopping. Each home is well appointed so you will be sure to have a comfortable place to return each day after all of your adventures.
The beach provides most of the most popular activities in Cabarete. Thanks to the eastern trade winds, the area is a favourite place for those who enjoy kite surfing and windsurfing. If you have never tried these sports before then qualified instructors can provide lessons, allowing you to try something new and exciting whilst on holiday. Surfing is also popular in Cabarete, and lessons are available for that as well. Other popular activities in Cabarete include canyoning, mountain biking, trekking, golf and tennis. There is a vibrant nightlife in Cabarete with plenty of clubs and bars to help keep the party going late into the night.
Attractions in and near Cabarete include museums and natural wonders. The Cabarete Caves are located in the El Choco National Park. Take a guided tour inside these caves and see relics of the Taino natives. Whale watching is quite popular in the waters around Cabarete. Special care is taken to make sure that these whale watch expeditions are very eco-friendly. Those who care about the environment are very happy to learn that there are various other eco-friendly tours as well, including those that venture into the Septentrional Mountains. These tour operators take special care not to harm or alter the environment as visitors enjoy the beauty of Cabarete.
The weather in Cabarete is lovely throughout the year. The weather only changes a few degrees no matter the time of year. June through October the average temperature is about 29° C. From December through March, the average temperature is about 27° C. It is usually humid in Cabarete, but there is a cool breeze that comes in from the water, so it feels a bit cooler than it really is. The rainy season lasts from October to December. During this time Cabarete will experience short, but sometimes heavy, bursts of rain.
The closest airport to Cabarete is Puerto Plata International Airport (POP), located about a 20 minute drive from Cabarete.


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How Obamacare Is Changing Health Care Careers
The historic Affordable Care Act will change how many pay for medical treatment, but it will also alter the lives of people who work in the medical industry. Here are six careers that will likely see positive effects.
The Affordable Care Act which was signed by President Obama in 2010 and upheld by the Supreme Court in June 2012, is intended to provide more affordable, accessible and comprehensive health care and insurance coverage and options for Americans, including the 50 million people who were without health insurance, according to the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services.
But this momentous piece of legislation could also affect job prospects for people working in health care or considering a new career in the industry.
"The bulk of the Act involves access to care, and insurance coverage, so anyone in a hands-on caregiving role is going to be in huge demand," says Susan Odegaard Turner, a career counselor who released her fourth book, "Health Care Career Guide," last year.
As more people seek care for illnesses and injuries, as well as elective procedures, preventive screenings, and wellness care, the Act could reshape both clinical and non-clinical roles, Turner says.
Based on what industry experts and reports are saying about the Act, here are a few health care careers that might just benefit from "Obamacare."
Career #1: Medical Assistant
In a primary-care office - that of a physician, chiropractor, or podiatrist, for example - a medical assistant might schedule appointments for patients, take their vital signs and medical history, and may prepare blood for laboratory tests, according to the U.S. Department of Labor.
The Obamacare Effect: According to the California HealthCare Foundation's 2011 report titled "Primary Care, Everywhere," the Act will bring "a surge in demand for primary care," which could mean increased demand for medical assistants, says Dorothy Wax, senior director of career services and human resources at The Council for Adult and Experiential Learning.
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"We're anticipating that people who used to go to the emergency room for everything will go to a family doctor, and those offices will have to staff up. And that's where medical assistants come in," Wax says.
Career #2: Dental Assistant
Dental assistants help with many of the services offered in regular dental check-ups - including sterilizing instruments, preparing patients, and assisting dentists, says the U.S. Department of Labor. They might do everything from handing instruments to a dentist during a procedure, to scheduling appointments and working on billing and payment.
The Obamacare Effect: While the Affordable Care Act (ACA) does not address adult dental benefits, it will bring dental insurance to approximately three million children by 2018, according to the American Dental Association. And it could bring the need for more dental assistants, Turner says.
Click to Find the Right Dental Assisting Program.
How will the profession feel the ripples of health care reform? If the ACA brings an increase in patients, says Turner, it could also mean more dental assistants will be needed to meet the demand.
Career #3: Pharmacy Technician
Pharmacy technicians are often responsible for obtaining prescription information from customers or health professionals, as well as counting, measuring, and packaging individual prescriptions, according to the U.S. Department of Labor.
The Obamacare Effect: The effects of the Affordable Care Act could reshape many aspects of health care - even extending into the profession of pharmacy technicians.
Click to Find the Right Pharmacy Technician Program.
The ACA will call upon pharmacists to serve as part of a "larger, integrated health care team," says Ronna Hauser, vice president of policy and regulatory affairs for the National Community Pharmacists Association. That, in turn, will create "an increased role for techs, as pharmacists take on more patient care opportunities."
Career #4: Physical Therapy Assistant
A physical therapy assistant, working under the direction of a physical therapist, might help a patient regain movement and manage their pain after a surgery, according to the U.S. Department of Labor. Duties typically include helping patients perform exercises, monitoring their progress, and providing education about what to do after treatment, the Department of Labor notes.
The Obamacare Effect: Because the ACA considers "rehabilitation" to be an "essential benefit" that must be covered by insurance, physical therapy assistants who help provide these services could see an uptick in opportunities.
Click to Find the Right Physical Therapy Program.
With expanded insurance coverage, Turner expects more boomers and others to undergo elective procedures, such as hip or shoulder replacements, which typically require some type of physical rehabilitation afterward.
Career #5: Medical Records and Health Information Technician
According to the U.S. Department of Labor, medical records and health information technicians are responsible for a variety of duties related to the management of these important records, including reviewing patient documents for accuracy, maintaining medical databases, and using software to assign clinical codes.
The Obamacare Effect: Medical records and health information technicians are already in demand, Turner says, and the ACA could create an even greater need.
Click to Find the Right Medical Records and Health Information Technician Program.
The ACA "requires health plans to begin adopting and implementing rules for the secure, confidential, electronic exchange of health information," according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Which explains why Turner believes that "anyone who has a foot in both the clinical and technology areas will be in need" to implement the conversion to electronic health records (EHRs).
Career #6: Health Services Manager
A medical and health services manager could be in charge of an entire facility, notes the U.S. Department of Labor, or a specific department. They might ensure the center's compliance with new regulations, monitor and work to improve the quality of care, or supervise assistant administrators.
The Obamacare Effect: The Affordable Care Act will support the creation of 245 new community health centers through 2014, according to a May 2012 report issued by the White House called "The Obama Administration and Community Health Centers." And who might supervise these clinics? You guessed it: health services managers.
Click to Find the Right Health Services Manager Program.
"A lot more positions will pop up," says Turner. "You'll see a lot more health services managers in the community (health centers) than you do now." So the math makes sense. With more health centers and clinics comes the need for more managers.
Career #7: Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
By using special equipment to send sound waves into a patient's body, medical sonographers are able to diagnose various medical issues. In addition to operating and maintaining the equipment, these medical professionals evaluate images and record their findings for physicians.
The Obamacare Effect: The specialized training that's required to be a diagnostic medical sonographer already makes it a hard-to-fill position, Turner says, but the demand for these professionals will likely grow as the Affordable Care Act is implemented.
Click to Find the Right Medical Sonography Program.
The Act includes coverage for diagnostic and preventive screenings, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The effect of this expanded coverage will likely result in more people seeking these services, says Turner. But the imaging equipment used to diagnose medical conditions needs human operators, which is why Turner sees the changes from the ACA ultimately translating into more jobs for diagnostic medical sonographers.
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Illana Lane, Ph.D.
Dean, School of Education
Associate Professor
Dr. Illana R. Lane has taught at Medaille since 2001, instructing undergraduate and graduate students. She has also advised student teachers and directed master's thesis projects. She earned a Ph.D. in the sociology of education from the State University of New York at Buffalo in 2003. She serves on the Amherst Central School District Board of Education and is a board member for the New York Association of Teacher Educators (NYSATE). Her participation in other organizations includes, Jack and Jill of America Inc., and Delta Kappa Gamma.
Craig Centrie, Ph.D.
Associate Professor
Dr. Craig Centrie is a specialist in ethnographic data collection, and he is the department's resident anthropologist. His work explores schools as a site for identity and culture construction. His most recent publication, Vietnamese Youth in an American High School, examines the identity formation of young Vietnamese refugees and their experiences in American schools. Dr. Centrie is an experienced world traveler and has lectured widely in Europe, Latin America, and Asia on education, art and human rights. In June 2005 he presented at the United Nations' Women's World Conference in Seoul, South Korea, on the experiences of Vietnamese female refugees and human rights.
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County auditor Debbie Adelstein has a set a special three-day filing period for two open ballot positions on the Northwest Parks and Recreation District 2 (NWPRD2) Board of Commissioners. Those interested in serving on the parks board are should apply for the positions from Tuesday, May 28 to Thursday, May 30.
The 5-member board meets once a month to discuss and guide policy for the district which incorporates Blaine and Birch Bay. The unpaid commissioners also regularly help out and get involved in NWPRD2 events.
According to county auditor Debbie Adelstein, a 3-day special filing period is held whenever positions remain empty during the regular filing week. Blaine and Birch Bay residents with U.S. citizenship are eligible to apply.
Declarations of candidacy can be filed online at whatcomcounty.us/auditor and by mail or in person from 8:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the Whatcom county auditor's office, 311 Grand Avenue, Suite 103, Bellingham. For more information about filing for the offices, call the county election division at 360/676-6742 or TTY 360/738-4555.


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45 U.S. Code § 92a - Repealed. Aug. 10, 1956, ch. 1041,
Section 92a, acts Feb. 14, 1933, ch. 51, 47 Stat. 800; Mar. 2, 1933, ch. 187, 47 Stat. 1424, related to compensation of certain railroads for transportation of property and troops of United States. See section 10721 of Title 49, Transportation.
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Gil is currently Tesoro High School's Athletic Director, President of the Orange County Athletic Directors Association and is an adjunct professor, teaching the MCAA 580 course in the Master of Arts in Coaching and Athletic Administration program at Concordia University.
Gil was born in Montebello, California and attended Schurr High School, before earning his Bachelors Degree from California State University, Long Beach and Masters Degree from California State University San Bernardino. He currently resides in Mission Viejo, California with his wife, Catherine and children, Tyler and Johana.


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"Not Bad"
This novel was mildly interesting. A little too much like Twilight, but I found the main character's backstory adequate. The narrator was very good. Not a great cross over for adults, but not a bad listen. The rest of the series is pure repetition.
"As Bright as 1000 White Hot Suns"
Jude and Noah, male and female twins are opposite, yet one, and sibling rivalry runs high. Both apply to a prestigious art high school, desperately seeking approval from their mother. Noah views every situation as a portrait and nervously fidgets, drawing what he sees. He paints, she sculpts and both believe Noah is the favorite and a lock for admission.
Nelson is a fabulous writer, giving Noah a quirky sense of humor, narrating from the age of 13-14 and edgy angst to Jude, narrating from their current time; age 16. There are strong themes, including a tragic event, first love, rivalry, lies, and the desire to belong and be accepted. Both narrators did a fantastic job, sounding just as I'd picture their characters. Don't read other reviews giving away too many details, just enjoy this amazing and well-written coming of age story. If you liked "The Perks of Being a Wall Flower", you will love this. If you haven't read that one, read/listen to both.
"Better than Expected"
Good book for teens. How could yet another retelling of Cinderella with robots be any good? Read this to keep up with my daughter and after much eye rolling and huffing (on my part) finally pressed play. Was surprised how quickly the time flew and after two sittings, was a little sad it was over. The storyline is actually different: set in future; prejudices about cyborgs, androids, and planet Lunar people; threat of WWV; and leutosis plague wiping out citizens. Cinder is tough, clever, and self-preserving while Prince Kai is noble, anxious, and unsure. Both step-sisters are not evil and explanation for how Cinder ended up with Adri, her stepmother, is quite different.
Not on the same level as "Perks of Being a Wallflower" or "The Fault in Our Stars", but easy, entertaining read.
"Alice Walker Narrates her Classic"
"I think it pisses God off if you walk by the color purple in a field somewhere and don't notice it. People think pleasing God is all God cares about. But any fool living in the world can see it always trying to please us back," Alice Walker. One of my favorite quotes of all time.
If you haven't read this book or watched the movie, you must do so. Even if you've done both, you need to listen to it again with Alice Walker narrating. She's an emotive, intelligent, confident and as talented an orator as a writer.
The tragic struggle of Miss Celie to survive, find love and inner strength is relatable to both genders and all races.
"Not Stellar, but Solid"
Joseph and Lanka fall in love during Nazi occupation in WWII. Told from alternating points of view, the two take divergent paths and most of the book is spent on their quest to find each other, meaning, and simply survival be it from atrocities or boredom. The characters are fairly well developed as are the backstories. Entertaining, enjoyable, just not engrossing. There are so many other titles during this time period to be placed at the top of your lists, but this one is solidly in the middle. Great purchase if on sale.
"Interesting Take on WWII Defiance"
There are myriad takes on survivors of WWII and this one is slightly different as it focuses on a family in India. The heroic father stands against British oppression balanced with the horror of Hitler. This is how the story begins, yet it's the tale of his daughter who must go to live with unsympathetic, verbally cruel relatives. Her only solace is the library upstairs and the kindness of a friend. As she discovers a new world, her independence and confidence crescendo. Nice story, probably more of a YA book, but very easy to listen to as told through thoughtful, straight forward prose.
"Sweet Story; Read, don't Listen"
Endearing story of two brothers, one is special, almost luminescent with the eldest constantly in awe. Edward's goodness is passed to his sister Sabine and all of his gifts live on. Very short listen, so would recommend reading this one. Sweet read for young boys (maybe 7-12yrs) and of course girls would enjoy, too.
"PG Version of Young Girl Slave Trade"
Selling young girls into servitude is a horrific and true nightmare. If there is such a thing, "Sold" is a PG-13 version you can listen to without too many graphic details, although of course the subject is disturbing. The fictional heroine embarks on what she believes to be a new job as a house maid. You can guess what happens next as the shock takes over and she's stepped into a fresh hell.
Simply and plainly told, this story is a solid YA listen and if you're read any of Patricia McCormick's other books, you won't be disappointed with her easy style.
Bought this on sale for $3.95 and well worth the price, but wouldn't want to pay full price of credit.
"Good Choice for 9-12 Year Olds"
Good book for tweeners with interesting take on the afterlife. Ally and Nick must come to terms with their deaths as they traverse the unusual landscape, navigating strange people and learning the rules through trial and error.
This is the first of a trilogy (isn't everything) and as an adult, I'm not interested in moving on, although I enjoyed this one. May be a better choice to read as the narrators were a tad irritating. I only picked this one because my daughter has to read it for school. Overall, a nice choice for kids.
"Potential Unmet"
Subjective narrator following each possible cause for the outbreak taking you inside the minds of the girls. Needed more connection and details as opposed to repetition.
Fascinating idea, loosely based on actual events, girls become sick from unknown ailment. Author minimally explored possible causes: was it teenage hysteria, waterborne virus, STD? Repetition runs rampant and frustration increases knowing this book could be much better. The narrator is detached, floating above storylines, causing a feeling of disconnection to characters motives and emotions. Near the end when we're allowed into more interactions and explanations, it's too late.
The female narrator was pleasant, while Kirby Heyborne was an awful choice and Joe Barratt's fatherly voice was unbearable. With the semi-erotic undertones of the girls, the dad's voice seemed perverse and gave me the heebie jeebies.
Audible...why is it so difficult to find and or cast appropriately sounding young male narrators? Is the pool that shallow or is a new casting director needed? May I submit my application?
Disappointment at potential unmet.
Save your credit, check out at library and skim if you're interested in the storyline.
"Pass the Velveta"
Jennifer to Beth, Beth to Jennifer format of emailing friends who never seem to meet face-to-face grates on the nerves. Both friends wonder if the grass is greener and mysterious boy hired to read company emails falls for Beth. Predictable and frankly a little silly. Enjoyed her other two books; seems to have her finger on the pulse of teenage angst. I paid $3.95 on sale for this one, so don't feel like I wasted a credit.
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18 U.S. Code § 1462 - Importation or transportation of obscene matters
Whoever brings into the United States, or any place subject to the jurisdiction thereof, or knowingly uses any express company or other common carrier or interactive computer service (as defined in section 230(e)(2) [1] of the Communications Act of 1934), for carriage in interstate or foreign commerce—
(a) any obscene, lewd, lascivious, or filthy book, pamphlet, picture, motion-picture film, paper, letter, writing, print, or other matter of indecent character; or
(b) any obscene, lewd, lascivious, or filthy phonograph recording, electrical transcription, or other article or thing capable of producing sound; or
(c) any drug, medicine, article, or thing designed, adapted, or intended for producing abortion, or for any indecent or immoral use; or any written or printed card, letter, circular, book, pamphlet, advertisement, or notice of any kind giving information, directly or indirectly, where, how, or of whom, or by what means any of such mentioned articles, matters, or things may be obtained or made; or
Whoever knowingly takes or receives, from such express company or other common carrier or interactive computer service (as defined in section 230(e)(2) [1] of the Communications Act of 1934) any matter or thing the carriage or importation of which is herein made unlawful—
Shall be fined under this title or imprisoned not more than five years, or both, for the first such offense and shall be fined under this title or imprisoned not more than ten years, or both, for each such offense thereafter.
[1] See References in Text note below.
Source(June 25, 1948, ch. 645, 62 Stat. 768; May 27, 1950, ch. 214, § 1,64 Stat. 194; Pub. L. 85–796, § 2,Aug. 28, 1958, 72 Stat. 962; Pub. L. 91–662, § 4,Jan. 8, 1971, 84 Stat. 1973; Pub. L. 103–322, title XXXIII, § 330016(1)(K), (L),Sept. 13, 1994, 108 Stat. 2147; Pub. L. 104–104, title V, § 507(a),Feb. 8, 1996, 110 Stat. 137.)
Historical and Revision Notes
Based on title 18, U.S.C., 1940 ed., § 396 (Mar. 4, 1909, ch. 321, § 245,35 Stat. 1138; June 5, 1920, ch. 268, 41 Stat. 1060).
Reference to persons causing or procuring was omitted as unnecessary in view of definition of "principal" in section 2 of this title.
Words "in interstate or foreign commerce" were substituted for ten lines of text without loss of meaning. (See definitive section 10 of this title.)
(See reviser's note under section 1461 of this title.)
Minor changes in phraseology were made.
References in Text
Section 230(e)(2) of the Communications Act of 1934, referred to in text, was redesignated section 230(f)(2) of the Communications Act of 1934 by Pub. L. 105–277, div. C, title XIV, § 1404(a)(2),Oct. 21, 1998, 112 Stat. 2681–739, and is classified to section 230 (f)(2) of Title 47, Telecommunications.
1996—Pub. L. 104–104, § 507(a)(1), inserted "or interactive computer service (as defined in section 230(e)(2) of the Communications Act of 1934)" after "carrier" in first par.
Pub. L. 104–104, § 507(a)(2), in second par., inserted "or receives," after "takes", "or interactive computer service (as defined in section 230(e)(2) of the Communications Act of 1934)" after "common carrier", and "or importation" after "carriage".
1994—Pub. L. 103–322, in last par., substituted "fined under this title" for "fined not more than $5,000" after "Shall be" and for "fined not more than $10,000" after "and shall be".
1971—Pub. L. 91–662struck out "preventing conception, or" before "producing abortion".
1958—Pub. L. 85–796substituted "uses" for "deposits with" in opening par., "carriage of which" for "depositing of which for carriage" in penultimate par., and inserted penalty provisions for subsequent offenses in last par.
1950—Act May 27, 1950, brought within scope of section the importation or transportation of any obscene, lewd, lascivious, or filthy phonograph recording, electrical transcription, or other article or think capable of producing sound.
Effective Date of 1971 Amendment
Amendment by Pub. L. 91–662effective Jan. 9, 1971, see section 7 ofPub. L. 91–662, set out as a note under section 552 of this title.
Construction of 1996 Amendment
Pub. L. 104–104, title V, § 507(c),Feb. 8, 1996, 110 Stat. 137, provided that: "The amendments made by this section [amending this section and section 1465 of this title] are clarifying and shall not be interpreted to limit or repeal any prohibition contained in sections 1462 and 1465 of title 18, United States Code, before such amendment, under the rule established in United States v. Alpers, 338 U.S. 680 (1950)."
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Experimental Drug Benefits Patients with Advanced Prostate Cancer
The experimental drug cabazitaxel has improved the survival of some patients with advanced prostate cancer compared with those who received standard chemotherapy, according to results from a randomized phase III clinical trial presented last week at the Genitourinary Cancers Symposium in San Francisco. Although the benefit was modest (several months), there currently are no effective treatments for patients with this form of the disease, called metastatic castration-resistant, or hormone-refractory, prostate cancer. Read more > >
Internal Radiation Effectively Reduces Local Recurrence of Some Endometrial CancersVaginal brachytherapy led to similar rates of recurrence but fewer side effects than external-beam radiation therapy
Extensive Lymph Node Removal May Improve Survival in Some Women with Endometrial CancerResearchers call for randomized trial to provide more definitive answers
Children and Teens Less Likely Than Young Adults to Die of Non-Hodgkin LymphomaA number of factors may contribute to the disparity, researchers said
Older Women Are at Low Risk of New HPV Infections, Infections that Progress to Cervical CancerMiddle-age women unlikely to benefit from HPV vaccination
People Continue to Trust Physicians, Despite Increasing Health Information OnlineFindings come from an NCI survey of how people access and use cancer-related information
Director's Update: Mapping a Strategic Scientific Vision for the National Cancer Program
When we at NCI cite the National Cancer Act of 1971, it is not simply as a recitation of history, but rather a recognition of the tremendous responsibility assigned to the Institute. That legislation, which launched what is often referred to as the "War on Cancer," imparted a series of distinctions and special authorities to NCI as the leader of the National Cancer Program. Because of the 1971 law, the position of NCI director became a presidential appointment; the outstanding and much envied NCI-designated Cancer Centers Program came into existence; and the Institute gained the authority to prepare and submit directly to the President an annual budget for review and transmittal to Congress.
The act also established a new, powerful advisory board to both the President and the NCI director: the National Cancer Advisory Board. The NCAB, the act stated, would be a presidentially appointed panel of "leading scientific or medical authorities outstanding in the study, diagnosis, or treatment of cancer or in fields related thereto." Read more > >
Searching for Commonalities between Two Deadly Lung DiseasesStudying lung cancer and COPD side-by-side may expedite prevention and cure for both
The Heart: An Unintended Victim of Some Targeted Cancer TherapiesResearchers are coming to grips with troubling cardiac effect of cancer treatments
Featured Clinical Trial: Extending Targeted Immune Depletion to Unrelated Cord Blood TransplantationCan targeted immune depletion help make unrelated cord blood transplants safer and more effective?
Legislative Update
- Congressional Hearing Focuses on the Prevention of Medical Radiation Overdoses
- House Committee Convenes Hearing on Prostate Cancer
FDA Update
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- First Meeting of FDA Tobacco Products Advisory Committee Announced
Cancer.gov Update
- NCI Recovery Act Web Site Features Comparative Effectiveness Research and ACTNOW Trial Details
- Interactive Translational Cancer Research Web Site Launched
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- 2010 Survivorship Research Conference Accepting Applications
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- NIH Offers New Online Health Resource for Seniors: Life after Cancer
- NHGRI Launches Online Tool for Educators on Genetics and Genomics
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5 things to know about your payroll tax cut
It's automatic, but it will expire Feb. 29 unless Congress extends the tax break. Employers and payroll services that didn't make adjustments in time will refund overpayments.
This post is by Barbrara Weltman for U.S. News & World Report.
When Congress agreed to extend the payroll tax cut Dec. 23, it created an important holiday gift for 160 million workers. Here are five things to help you understand how this tax break applies to you.
The extension is temporary. For 2011, workers enjoyed a 2-percentage-point reduction in their Social Security taxes. Instead of paying 6.2% on earnings up to the annual wage base ($106,800 in 2011), they paid only 4.2%. This rate had been set to run only through the end of 2011, but Congress extended it for two more months.
Thus, the rate applies through Feb. 29, 2012, on earnings up to the annual wage base of $110,100.
Congress likely will extend the rate reduction for the balance of the year. However, nothing is certain from Washington until a bill is signed into law by the president.
The extension also applies to the self-employed. The rate cut is not limited to employees. It also applies to the employee portion of the Social Security tax that is part of self-employment tax. The tax rate for the employer portion of the self-employment tax remains unchanged. (Post continues below video.)
Self-employed individuals are allowed to deduct the employer portion of the tax as an adjustment to their gross income. Before 2011, they deducted 50% of their self-employment tax, which was the employer portion. However, because of the rate reduction that began in 2011, the deduction is more complicated; it reflects the employer portion of the tax, which works out to more than 50% of the self-employment tax.
The rate reduction is automatic. To enjoy the rate reduction, employees don't have to do a thing. The employer takes it into account when figuring the withholding for Social Security tax.
Because Congress acted so late in the year, many employers and payroll services may not have had time to implement the change at the start of the year. The IRS says that employers should put into effect the new payroll tax rate as soon as possible in 2012, but not later than Jan. 31. If an employer did not implement the change immediately, any Social Security tax overwithheld from a paycheck in January will be refunded to the employee. Employers are instructed to make an offsetting adjustment in workers' pay as soon as possible but not later than March 31.
The reduction has no impact on your Social Security benefits. Even though workers are paying less tax into the Social Security system, they do not suffer any reduction in the benefits that will ultimately be collected. The federal government promises to pay the benefit that would otherwise have been received. The benefits are figured on the basis of earnings (up to the wage base limit for the year) and not on taxes paid.
Higher-income earners are subject to a new recapture tax. Those who earn more than 1/6th of the wage base limit in the first two months of 2012, or $18,350 ($110,100 divided by 6) face a new recapture rule when they file their 2012 income tax return in 2013. The 2-percentage-point reduction applies to their actual earnings during the extension period, but any tax on earnings in excess of this amount will be included as an additional income tax on the 2012 return.
For example, say someone earns $12,000 per month ($144,000 for the year). This means that earnings in the two-month period will exceed the $18,350 cap by $5,650 ($24,000 minus $18,350). This person must include $113 (2% of $5,650) as an additional income tax on the 2012 return.
In conclusion, enjoy your tax savings while you can. If the economy continues to improve, it is unlikely that the payroll cut will be extended beyond 2012. Also remember that there is no reduction in the Medicare tax, which remains at 1.45% for employees and 2% for self-employed individuals. If you have any questions about how the tax change affects you, consult a tax adviser.
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Yeah. That's right. Remember how I said I was putting myself on a fiber diet before the wool takes over the house?
Well, this month anyway, the diet didn't take.
I think it would have been okay, but that hormonally-driven mood of consumption consumed me on payday. It was payday. And I was at the height of the PMS. And I was trying really, really hard to not fall into my usual bad habit of alternately eating everything salty and everything sweet in the
world house.
And instead of doing that…well, let me just show you what I did.
You know about the Manx Loaghtan. And, to be fair, I did tell myself that Woolalong yarn and fiber was an exception to the diet rule:
That was 5 balls of yarn from Cornish Wools.
Plus 8 ounces of Manx Loaghtan roving from International Fleeces.
If this were all…or even if there were only a bit more than this, it wouldn't be a problem. And if I remember, I promised myself that I wouldn't get more ounces of fiber than had been spun in the previous month, or more yards of yarn than had been knit. So there's room for stashing…just less room. The added bonus was to be extra dollars for things that aren't wool. Things like shoes. And plumbers.
But back to the topic at hand.
First, I fell to the temptation of additional fiber from International Fleeces. At least all three of these are things I don't already have in my stash. They're also interesting blends that I really wanted to try.
There's 8 ounces of black Shetland and silk:
Then there was 8 ounces of this Bluefaced Leicester and Seacell:
Then there was 4 ounces of Cheviot and Silk:
If I had stopped here, I would have been within my limits.
Alas, I did not stop here.
I'd been coveting a couple of things from Cloudlover for a while, so I fell down and picked those up, too. There's this Merino-cashmere-silk in the colorway Morel:
And then, because it seemed silly to just buy one braid, there is this Merino-bamboo-silk in the colorway Chutney:
It should stop here, right?
It didn't stop here.
I spun up that Jacob-Shetland, and immediately started coveting more Jacob. I found some that I liked, and then actually managed to not order it immediately. I was so proud.
But then I couldn't stop thinking about it. The whole drive home. All through dinner. And I fell down again.
While I was online, I happened by the Spunky Club group on Ravelry, and someone had posted their spunup April club fiber. I get a double dose every month, so I already had 8 ounces, but seeing it spun up made me want enough for a vest or a short-sleeved cardi.
I got 8 more ounces.
(And we won't even mention the fact that 8 more ounces of May's Spunky Club fiber will be winding their way toward me some time next week, will we?)
All together, I think I went over my fiber allowance by about 1 1/2 pounds.
Then there was the yarn…
I told you I saw the Sebasco vest on Stash Knit Repeat, right? Well, since I was already picking up sock yarn for a baby sweater….see for yourself.
Here's the baby sweater yarn. (That's Pagewood Farms Chugiak in the Army Girl colorway):
Then there's the Berroco Ultra Alpaca for the Sebasco vest:
And then, well, I have no idea why I added this now. I've been wanting to knit the Nightingale Socks for a while now, so I went ahead and picked up some Malabrigo Sock in appropriate-looking colors:
I have no plan to cast on for this pattern anytime soon, so don't ask me what made me do it. It was a chocolate substitute. That's all I can figure.
Actually, the yarn…that wasn't quite so bad. Because this is it. But the fiber…
Admitting the problem (is there a problem?) is the first step toward…
Oh, who am I kidding? As long as payday keeps falling on PMS-is-driving-me-mad day, I'm screwed.
But I promise, I will try to do better in June.


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Barbecue Fries
Photo: Mark Lund
Yield: Makes 4 servings
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Nutritional Information
Amount per serving
- Calories: 360
- Calories from fat: 45%
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 214mg
- Carbohydrate: 46g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugars: 6g
- Protein: 5g
- 5 tablespoons olive oil
- 6 tablespoons barbecue sauce
- 1/2 to 1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin (optional)
- 2 pounds russet or baking potatoes (3 potatoes), scrubbed
- Sour cream (optional)
- Heat oven to 450° F. Drizzle 1 tablespoon of the oil onto a rimmed baking sheet.
In a large bowl, combine the remaining oil, the barbecue sauce, hot pepper sauce, black pepper, and paprika and cumin (if using).
Cut each potato lengthwise into 8 to 10 wedges. Add them to the bowl and toss. Spread the potatoes in a single layer on the prepared sheet. Bake, turning once, until golden and tender, 25 to 30 minutes. Serve hot with the sour cream for dipping (if desired).
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- COURSE: Side Dishes/Vegetables
- MAIN INGREDIENT: Vegetables
- DIETARY CONSIDERATION: Meatless
- COOKING METHOD: Bake
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