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Den Before & After
As y'all well know, we've been working on a few updates in the den (painted mirror, repaired fire place, hung oyster plates, un-hung oyster plates when my decorating demons took over, updated corbels on bar) and it's finally all wrapped up!
Just for kicks, here's the before before. Loads of room for improvement, no?
...and, after a WHOLE lot of paint, too many sewing projects, furniture and accessories, here's where we are today!
Paint - Benjamin Moore Stone Hearth (walls) and Benjamin Moore Alabaster (trim)
Curtains - Basha Dot (sadly, it's been discontinued), made by me
Bamboo shades – JC Penney in pecan
Floor - unstained white oak
Rug - Indoor/Outdoor French Leopard by Ballard Designs
And for the close ups...
Custom mantle designed by me and built by contractors we hired to renovate house. Plates Butler's Pantry by Lenox. Antique girandoles from my grandmother, arrangements by bestie R. Fire place screen from Love Street. Gas logs by Real Fyre. Kid table from Michael's, chairs from Pottery Barn Kids and no-sew cloth cut by yours truly.
Chairs by Rowe. Pillows made by Mother and myself from the little's silhouettes. White throws from Ikea. On the table in front of windows - lamp from G. Scott Interiors, alphabet tray by John Derian, oyster plate by Alison Evans, antique books and pie crust table from Mother.
Small table next to door holds reproduction vintage phone from Pottery Barn, collection of books by Savannah authors, cloche with picture of littles and one bronzed baby shoe from each. Oyster painting by Bellamy Murphy of Savannah.
Bar with updated corbels. I painted the bar height stools in the trim color and recovered them with a pleated skirt. Toile fabric is Chatelet Breeze.
DIY chalk paint mirror in Annie Sloan's duck egg blue. Alison Evans oyster plates.
Antique curio holds collection of pictures and overflow from dining room china cabinet. Lamp from Stein Mart. Staffordshire dogs from Scott Antique Market, collection of vintage Nancy Drew books, silhouettes of myself and Sister as children and my littles and cousin Bird.
Atelier antlers from Ballard Designs. Antique buffet retrofitted to hold t.v. components. Aiden Gray candle holders.
Antiqued mirrored coffee table from Horchow. Lantern from DC2 in Savannah, arrangement from Scott Antique Market, oyster plate by Alison Evans, antique rice bowl from Paris Market, large clam shell from Pottery Barn, antique books from Mother, New Orleans Toile coasters from Hazelnut.
Banquette designed by me and built by contractors that renovated our home before moving in. Anne Hathaway able custom made for us with salvaged wood from Georgia plantation home. Lamp shades from Restoration Hardware, oyster plates by Alison Evans, pillows made by myself and Mother and purchased from Ballard Designs and Love Street, baskets from Pottery Barn, signed print by Ray Ellis, other items collected.
So that's a tour of every inch of our den. I couldn't be happier with where we are...and for a type-A kinda gal, it sure feels good to cross that room off the list!
Flattered for the features at Stardust, Corner House, Belclaire House, DIY by Design, House of Turquoise, My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia, Southern Lovely, The Artsy Girl, Bacon Time, Stuff and Nonsense, French Country Cottage, Remodelaholic, Twigg Studios and The 36th Avenue!
110 comments:
- ℳartina @ Northern Nesting said...
WOW what a transformation!! I LOVE it all!
- February 16, 2012 at 8:00 AM
- Carolyn@SweetChaos said...
Stunning! Doesn't even look like the same room. I love the fabric on the stools, and the corbels are amazing. Great job :)
- February 16, 2012 at 8:17 AM
Beautifully done! I enjoy your blog so much with decor and party ideas, recipes, and family stories. I hope you win the party contest. You got my vote!
- February 16, 2012 at 9:09 AM
- Lisa L said...
Awesome den-I'm loving the fabrics you used. I also just voted for your chili party-good luck.
- February 16, 2012 at 9:19 AM
- Amanda said...
I just LOVE every inch!
- February 16, 2012 at 9:43 AM
- Syndi of Beachnut Lane said...
So much to look at, and so much inspiration! The room looks great and has lots of charm. Love your attention to detail.
- February 16, 2012 at 10:55 AM
- Ron said...
I love the den, Amanda! Wow! I especially love the arrangements by The Acorn at Wisteria Hill on the mantle....
- February 16, 2012 at 11:14 AM
- Angie said...
I love it! It looks fantastic! I love the colors you used! amazing!!
- February 16, 2012 at 11:28 AM
- Dawnn said...
I just voted for your party! GOOD LUCK! Btw...LOVE your blog!!
- February 16, 2012 at 2:33 PM
Girl give me those oyster plates. I mean it. ;)
I love it and all your heart and soul you put in it! It shows!
- February 16, 2012 at 7:01 PM
- Calypso In The Country said...
The room looks amazing! I am quite impressed with all the things you designed and made yourself! I love the frame with "the boys" written on it. I have the same one in red that says "family" that I bought in a little boutique in Vermont. I wonder if it is made by the same artist?...
- February 16, 2012 at 7:57 PM
- Stuff and Nonsense said...
what a fabulous makeover
you've finished in your den
i love how light and welcoming
the space is
and all the finishing trinkets
thanks for sharing at Fridays Unfolded!
- February 16, 2012 at 8:40 PM
- At The Picket Fence said...
Where oh where do I begin? :-) This room is absolutely exquisite! I love every single detail and think you have seamlessly created a classic room with modern sensibility. Just gorgeous! Thank you so much for sharing it with us at Inspiration Friday and now I must go look at your pics again. LOL!
- February 16, 2012 at 9:33 PM
- Designs By Pinky said...
Mother of Mercy this is FABULOUS!!!!!!!! Just drop dead gorgeous! It is hard to belive it is the same room. THANK you for providing the sources too, I have GOT to have that pagoda shaped lantern!!!! I hope they still have it. Every inch of this room is fantastic. LOVE the stool and pillow fabric!!!!!!! I have got to pull my jaw back up off the floor now:):) XO, Pinky
- February 16, 2012 at 10:44 PM
- Michele said...
Did you paint the fireplace the same color as the walls? Or just a shade or two different?
It's all really beautiful!
- February 16, 2012 at 10:50 PM
- chateau chic said...
So beautiful!!I really like how you mixed wood tones with painted pieces. It's just perfect!
Mary Alice
- February 17, 2012 at 8:21 AM
- Dixie Delights said...
Pinky - Unfortunately, I've had the lantern for a couple of years. BUT it's worth giving them a buzz to see if they still carry it or could get you one! Thanks for your sweet comments!!! xo
- February 17, 2012 at 9:03 AM
- Dixie Delights said...
Michele - The fireplace is the same as the wall color, though it does look slightly different in the pictures. Thanks for reading :-) Amanda
- February 17, 2012 at 9:27 AM
- A. Osterhout said...
What a great makeover! I doesn't even look like the same room and I'm in love with your chandelier!
- February 17, 2012 at 9:30 AM
- Strawberries and Sweet Love said...
Wow, what a beautiful transformation! I'm in love with it all! So glad I found you! I'm following now. =)
- February 17, 2012 at 12:34 PM
- cocktails & confetti said...
GORGEOUS!!!!!! i am so inspired. love the beautiful soft colors (esp the blues!) the oyster shells and the alphabet tray. absolutely beautiful. i would SO hire you to decorate my house! hehe. VOTED FOR YOU! (twice so far :) )
- February 17, 2012 at 1:05 PM
- Jennifer L. Griffin said...
What an absolutely beautiful space! I had to study each picture to take in all of the fabulous elements. I especially love the corbels, silhouette pillows, and you antlers. Very nice work!
- February 17, 2012 at 2:11 PM
- The Hell on Heels Housewife said...
This is truly amazing...I am so inspired!! I can't even pick one thing I love the most!!
- February 17, 2012 at 3:13 PM
- Ellie said...
What a beautiful space! I love the colors that you used! The space has sure come a long way!
- February 17, 2012 at 3:49 PM
- Sherry @ No Minimalist Here said...
Gorgeous...amd I do mean GORGEOUS!! I love every single detail of your room. Hugs, Sherry
- February 17, 2012 at 10:40 PM
- Crafting Rebellion said...
I am in love with your mirrored table and your ornate candle holder! The room is fab!
- February 18, 2012 at 12:27 AM
- Sharon @ mrshinesclass said...
Total and complete gorgeousness!!!
Sharon @ mrs. hines class
- February 18, 2012 at 1:49 AM
- Cynthia said...
Incredibly gorgeous and detailed! Every little thing is just perfect! You've done and amazing job. Kudos!
- February 18, 2012 at 2:08 AM
- Olga@Stardust Decor & Style said...
This is a great transformation! Really worth visiting! I'm so glad I found and I'm now your newest follower! Hope we'll be in touch!
Love, Olga
- February 18, 2012 at 9:27 AM
- Eclectically Vintage said...
Love all the little details and the big statement pieces! That chandelier is fabulous - love a big light in the living room! Love the silhouettes and the banquette ... everything right down to the oyster plates. GFC and Linky follower.
- February 18, 2012 at 2:59 PM
- Linda @ it all started with paint said...
Wow! You started out with some serious 1970's ugly in that room ...
The transformation is truly amazing. Lovely. Just lovely!
- February 18, 2012 at 7:31 PM
- Shannon said...
Amazing difference!! Also--thanks so much for posting the wall paint colors you used! I can't tell you how frustrating it is when you love a room but have no idea what the paint is...so thank you!
Found you through TT&J :)
- February 18, 2012 at 8:54 PM
- aimee said...
WOW WOW WOW it looks like something you would see in a magazine i love it, it would be great if you could link up athttp://twiggstudios.blogspot.com/2012/02/sunday-show-off-linky-party-2.html
thankyou xxx
- February 19, 2012 at 10:08 AM
- Jojo said...
Wow wow wow! It's gorgeous and what a drastic difference with the before and after! I'm inspired...now to get motivated.
- February 19, 2012 at 10:55 AM
- Rebecca said...
It's so lovely! I adore the rug!
- February 19, 2012 at 11:49 AM
- The DIY Show Off said...
Beautiful! It's so warm and inviting. I love the DIY touches! ;)
I went over and voted. Good luck!
Thanks so much for sharing! Have a great week!
- February 19, 2012 at 12:54 PM
- The DIY Show Off said...
Beautiful! It's so warm and inviting. I love the DIY touches! ;)
I went over and voted. Good luck!
Thanks so much for sharing! Have a great week!
- February 19, 2012 at 12:54 PM
- Nicole@Thrifty Decorating said...
Breathtaking! I'm going to feature this on my FB page tomorrow! I am now following you on Linky, would you be willing to follow back? Thx! :)
- February 19, 2012 at 4:56 PM
- Jane said...
Absolutely lovely--you did a great job! I love the fireplace: it's a great inspiration to work on ours!
Thanks for all the beautiful photos.
- February 19, 2012 at 5:38 PM
- Maury Kilgo said...
This is absolutely stunning! I can't believe the difference. We painted our fireplace last year and it was the best decision!
I'm a new follower via GFC! I hope you'll follow me back!
- February 20, 2012 at 9:36 AM
- Terry said...
This is so worth a comment because of how much was transformed and it looks fantastic. So easy on the eyes, beautiful, creative and functional for family living.
- February 20, 2012 at 10:01 AM
- CJ Foss said...
WOW! Truly inspiring. So much work, but worth it because it is now a stunning, light filled place with so many living spaces. Great details. Thanks for the inspiration. CJ
- February 20, 2012 at 10:51 AM
- Pat@Back Porch Musings said...
Incredible metamorphosis! Gorgeous!
- February 20, 2012 at 11:49 AM
- Creative Raisins said...
Oh wow you wouldn't even know this is the same room. I love all the details just make it perfect
- February 20, 2012 at 12:58 PM
- poindextr said...
you have such a beautiful home - absolutely wonderful job on the renovation and especially your decorative selections. Gorgeous!
- February 20, 2012 at 3:59 PM
- Ashley Jones said...
LOVE your decor! This transformation is incredible! I'm your newest follower, and would love for you to follow me back at "Keeping Up With the Joneses"- www.zachandashleyjones.blogspot.com.
- February 20, 2012 at 6:46 PM
- Maria Elena said...
Just gorgeous! Your home is beautiful!
- February 20, 2012 at 8:40 PM
- Cyndi @ The Decorating Chica said...
Beautiful redo! Especially the painted fireplace brick. Ready to do this myself.
- February 20, 2012 at 9:27 PM
- S said...
Wow! Enough said.
- February 20, 2012 at 9:36 PM
- Our Delightful Home said...
Great transformation! I would love for you to stop by and link up at my linky party via: ourdelightfulhome.blogspot.com
PS: I am your newest follower.
Mrs. Delightful
- February 21, 2012 at 8:15 AM
- Yby5 said...
Found you over on Tip Junkie. There are so many things I LOVE in your space from the retro-fitted buffet to your nook area. Every detail was so well thought out. That was great seeing the transformation!
- February 21, 2012 at 8:49 AM
- marty (A Stroll Thru Life) said...
This is such a fabulous transformation. I totally love everything about this room. Your decor is beautiful. Thanks tons for joining TTT. Hugs, Marty
- February 21, 2012 at 9:35 AM
- Jessica @ Stay at Home-ista said...
I love everything you did! The room is so beautiful and soothing, the neutrals all play really well together. My favorite part is the little table with chairs in front of the fireplace.
- February 21, 2012 at 4:32 PM
- Vidya @ Whats Ur Home Story said...
OMG! What a transformation! Love the new fireplace and the silhouette pillow.
- February 21, 2012 at 5:18 PM
- Judy said...
Wow!! What an incredible transformation. I can't get over the before and after. I LOVE everything. The color scheme is amazing, the softness of the colors is perfect. The chandelier is gorgeous!! Thanks for sharing at DIYbyDesign.
- February 22, 2012 at 7:42 AM
- Gwen @ The Bold Abode said...
It's just beautiful!
- February 22, 2012 at 9:01 AM
- Natural-Nesters said...
Wow this looks so great! Every bit of it I love! It looks like it came straight out of a magazine! I'm sure you are proud! I would love for you to stop by the Naturally-Nifty Linky Party #3 and link up!
-your newest follower
- February 22, 2012 at 9:34 AM
- Bella said...
Absolutely gorgeous! Everything is just perfect.
- February 22, 2012 at 9:39 AM
- FABBY'S LIVING said...
What a gorgeous transformation, I love everything. Lots of inspiration like your corbels, great! Beautiful decor. Hugs,
- February 22, 2012 at 9:59 AM
- Chubby N Chieque said...
This is an absolutely fantastic redos! I can't recognize if this is the same room.
TY for sharing the inspiration. I have an on-going project. We are re-doing our open porch entrance to be a foyér (sort of) and hope we manage...
Greetings from a freezing and icy Stockholm,
- February 22, 2012 at 10:19 AM
- Leslie said...
This is gorgeous! I'm a new follower. Can't wait to see new posts!
- February 22, 2012 at 10:36 AM
- Nicole {Home for Hire} said...
wow! what a change :) I love the wall color and the whole color scheme...calm and lovely!
- February 22, 2012 at 12:05 PM
- Mindie Hilton said...
Beautiful, featuring on Thursday at Bacon Time.
- February 22, 2012 at 1:10 PM
- Aimee - ItsOverflowing.com said...
I'm sharing you on my FB page right now!!! XO, Aimee
- February 22, 2012 at 2:10 PM
- Renewed Upon a Dream said...
Wow this is beautiful! I love the colors you chose.
- February 22, 2012 at 4:14 PM
- Kim @ La Belle Époque said...
Amazing transformation. I'm your newest follower. If you get a chance, I would love a visit from you!
- February 22, 2012 at 5:12 PM
- Fuller Flair said...
Truly stunning! I love this room.
- February 22, 2012 at 6:40 PM
- Jen Lossing said...
WOW! I love it. It looks so lovely. I love the touch of leopard print with the rug, the oyster plates, so many things! Great job!
- February 22, 2012 at 9:57 PM
- Marilyn said...
Out of this world LOVELY re-do.. I adore it.. I featured you today via Pin'Inspirational Thursday.. Hope you can stop in and snag a button.. Thanks SO much for linking.. Hope you are back again today.. : )))
- February 23, 2012 at 8:29 AM
- Marilyn said...
Out of this world LOVELY re-do.. I adore it.. I featured you today via Pin'Inspirational Thursday.. Hope you can stop in and snag a button.. Thanks SO much for linking.. Hope you are back again today.. : )))
- February 23, 2012 at 8:29 AM
- Courtney ~ French Country Cottage said...
Absolutely gorgeous!! I love your room~ so beautiful! Sharing at tonights party~ thanks for linking up at Feathered Nest Friday!
- February 23, 2012 at 10:40 AM
- Jill @Two Yellow Birds Decor said...
I love the transformation!! So pretty! I really like the stools.
I currently have a link party going and would love for you to share this and anything else you would like!
- February 23, 2012 at 3:57 PM
- Amy said...
Wow!!! That looks amazing! What a difference it makes painting those bricks around the fireplace! I love those silhouetter pillows too. Great work!! Thanks for sharing at Shine on Fridays; can't wait to see what you have to link up tomorrow!
- February 23, 2012 at 4:03 PM
- Holly said...
So beautiful! I see you love silhouettes as much as I do!
Holly @ Lifeasathrifter.com
- February 24, 2012 at 9:00 PM
- Susie M said...
Superb! Where did you find the chandelier? I must have one!
- February 24, 2012 at 9:24 PM
- Leslie said...
Truely lovely!!!
- February 24, 2012 at 10:50 PM
- Tracy's Trinkets and Treasures said...
Now I am even more tempted to paint my trim. Your room is gorgeous. Love the colors.
- February 25, 2012 at 12:15 AM
- Laurel @ Ducks in a Row said...
Oh my - there is so much done it doesn't even look the same! Your taste is impeccable!
- February 25, 2012 at 12:48 PM
- Jill @ KitchenFunWithMy3Sons.com said...
Wow..that is fantastic! Looks like you are located in Atlanta...I am too! We have our Kitchen Fun and Crafty Friday Link Party going on now and would love for you to share this! http://kitchenfunwithmy3sons.blogspot.com/2012/02/kitchen-fun-and-crafty-friday-link_23.html
- February 25, 2012 at 1:16 PM
- Ruth said...
Gorgeous transformation. I love the muted tones and neutrals. The fireplace is so gorgeous. I love it all. Every detail works perfectly in their spaces!!
- February 25, 2012 at 3:16 PM
- aimee said...
i featured you on this weeks sunday showoff pop over and grab a button from my side bar, thanks for linking up xxxx
- February 26, 2012 at 12:47 PM
- Katherines Corner said...
beautiful, I love seeing the before and after too. Your taste is wonderful. xo P.S. only two days left to enter the Sweetheart Giveaway :-)
- February 26, 2012 at 5:30 PM
- Kristin @ My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia said...
Amazing transformation!!! it will be featured tomorrow :)
- February 27, 2012 at 3:59 PM
- Kim @ Savvy Southern Style said...
Pretty transformation. Of course your whole house if gorgeous. thanks for sharing at Wow.
- February 28, 2012 at 2:21 PM
- Judy said...
Love this. I will be featuring it tonight at my Winter Blues Wednesday party that opens at 8pm EST. Please stop by and pick up an I've Been Featured button. Thanks so much.
- February 28, 2012 at 7:09 PM
- Miss Kitty said...
WOW! I saw your den as a result of your post being featured at DIY by Design blog party. You did SO much to your den...a true transformation. Thanks so much for listing your sources. Everything is just beautiful.
- February 28, 2012 at 11:17 PM
- Dixie Delights said...
Susie M - I'm so sorry it took so long to respond! I lucked out with the chandelier on sale for $250 at a warehouse clearance sale about seven years ago. I wish I had better news for you :-) Thank you so much for reading!! Amanda
- February 29, 2012 at 8:27 AM
- just me... said...
I love your style! Great job. It looks fantastic.
- February 29, 2012 at 7:33 PM
- the poor sophisticate said...
So spectacular! I just love what you have done!!!! fabulous job!
- March 1, 2012 at 4:19 AM
- Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co. said...
What a stunning transformation! Sophisticated and comfortable!
- March 3, 2012 at 11:48 PM
- KAB said...
I am so inspired by your blog! We, too, live in an older home in Atlanta. I have been searching for fresh, traditional ideas for our home and have found it in your blog. I love your drapes. Do you have any tips or tutorials on making these? They are gorgeous!
Thank you for sharing your southern style.
- April 3, 2012 at 2:38 PM
- Dixie Delights said...
KAB - Thanks so much for your sweet comments. I haven't done a tutorial on sewing drapery panels. I simply measure the finished length that I want them and add 2" for hems. I then cut my lining fabric the same length. Sew them facing sides together all the way around the rectangle, leaving a small part to flip it inside out. Then sew up your opening and hang! Clip rings are the easiest. Hope that helps...at least a little bit. xo
- April 5, 2012 at 8:59 PM
- StephanieL said...
Where did you get your curtain rods?? I love them!
- April 25, 2012 at 12:37 PM
- StephanieL said...
Where did you get your curtain Rods?? I love them!
- April 25, 2012 at 12:39 PM
- Dixie Delights said...
Stephanie - the curtain rods were closeout at JC Penney three years ago. I love them too! I tried to get more when I did my bedroom but they don't have any like them any more. Thanks for reading :-)
- April 26, 2012 at 7:54 PM
- Samantha said...
Lovely transformation! We also have Stone Hearth in our family room, great colour.
- June 1, 2012 at 2:17 PM
- Laurie said...
- June 1, 2012 at 6:52 PM
- Janelle said...
Your transformation is amazing!!
- June 4, 2012 at 2:27 PM
- Ron said...
The perfect spot for a Bellamy. Now, I must have one!!! xo
- July 8, 2012 at 3:39 PM
- JMD said...
Truly lovely. I have a question, are you satisfied with your bamboo blinds? Do you get a lot of bright light? I would love to have them but I don't know living in Arizona if they would block out enough hot sunlight. Any ideas?
- July 17, 2012 at 1:52 PM
- Dixie Delights said...
JMD - The bamboo blinds work great for us and they filter out enough light but we don't really have it blazing in like you might in AZ. My sister purchased lined bamboo shades that do filter out all the light. I'm not sure where she got them but it might be worth googling! Hope that helps...Amanda :-)
- July 18, 2012 at 8:43 AM
- Denise Casarez said...
Love the rug and the silhouette pillows! Fabulous!!
Your newest follower..
Denise @ buttonsandwhimsy.com
- August 6, 2012 at 7:55 PM
- Swede Dreams said...
Stunning!! I love the corbels and bar stools. Great job!
- August 6, 2012 at 11:44 PM
- René said...
Wow! Talk about a great before & after! So many pretty details! Thank you for joining "The After Party"!
- October 15, 2012 at 11:00 AM
- Cathy Wall said...
Every little detail is so well thought through. Love all of the "special" pieces and the overall look. Lovely make-over!
Cathy @ Room Rx
- October 15, 2012 at 6:53 PM
I love all of your rooms! We recently purchased an older home (same age), apparently near you! We shop at the Marietta Square and Love Street! My home is very similar to yours. I have a question...our den is very similar to yours and I'm having a difficult time deciding where to place our huge tv. I'd thought about above fireplace, not sure. Is your room rectangular and where, in relation to your fireplace, have you placed your tv??? Thanks in advance! Kim
- July 21, 2013 at 4:19 PM
- The 5 Bickies said...
I need an outdoor rug for my mudroom. The ikea sisal rugs with canvas border keep curling in the corners. Do you like this room's rug from Ballard? I was looking at them today and would like your feedback.
- November 18, 2013 at 7:12 PM
- Dixie Delights said...
Jennifer - Ballard no longer sells this exact version. I have the newer one on my porch and it still curls at the edge a little - over a year later. Amanda
- November 18, 2013 at 7:38 PM
LOVE your room!! I'm painting my family room / kitchen Stone Hearth in the next couple weeks. Can you tell me what color the drapes and wingback chairs are? Thanks, Angela!
- January 26, 2014 at 3:58 PM
- Dixie Delights said...
The chairs are a greenish linen and the curtains are a french blue.
- January 26, 2014 at 5:15 PM


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So I destroyed my blog. On accident. Perhaps a happy, fortuitous accident. Over the course of the last 6 months I have been re-everythinging in my world. Basically I have been rebuilding my entire life from damn near scratch. The thing is, the tumult has probably been the best thing to ever happen to me. I considered just ending this blog and only concentrating on my blog, Musical Chairs, that concentrates on mental health and chronicles dealing with bipolar disorder. However, I remembered the joy and release this blog is to me. This has been my space to release through poetry, silliness, musings about love, and passion for music. I am glad to be back with a new look and new perspective. Love you all!
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Hi. Hello.
If that's okay to say
Sometimes I mess up salutations
I mean sometimes I am good at hellos
But I seem to be extra proficient at goodbyes
I rock those
but strangely, it's progress.
There was a time when I could meet, fuck, fall in and out of love with, and leave you
before I ever spoke a word… to you.
what's that called
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the usual
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my imagination works when it wants to
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Catalogue of Irish manuscripts in the Bodleian Library at Oxford and Oxford college libraries - The website of the "Catalogue of Irish Manuscripts in the Bodleian Library at Oxford and Oxford College Libraries" contains a freely available PDF version of Brian Ó Cuív's two-volume catalogue of manuscripts that range in date from the eleventh to the twentieth century.
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In 1981, he proved that talent was no fluke on the biggest sportsman stage when he captured the NHRA Modified world championship in his Ford Maverick. Edwards was named to the prestigious Car Craft Magazine 1981 All Star Drag Racing team, and earned the NHRA Sportsman Driver of the Year and the Quaker State Grace Cup Sportman driver honor, in recognition of his accomplishments.
With the lofty championship title in hand, Edwards got his first shot at Pro Stock, driving for J.R. Webb. After qualifying for the 1982 Winternationals, Edwards broke the team's only engine and could not make first round. After the unsuccessful debut, Edwards Pro Stock dream was cut short, and he moved away from drag racing on to other business endeavors with his family.
After being out of the sport for nearly a decade, Edwards returned to drag racing as a crew member with Comp standout, David Nickens. Working with Nickens, the pair were a formidable tandem as they won 14 events and the Comp world championship in 1991. For that, Edwards was named the Division 4 Crew Chief of the Year.
Edwards stepped into Pro Stock as a crew chief following his successful stint in Comp, and propelled two different drivers (Mark Osborne and George Marnell) to become mainstays in the Pro Stock wars.
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Karel De Gucht
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|Karel De Gucht
|European Commissioner for Trade
|Assumed office
9 February 2010
|José Manuel Barroso
|Preceded by
|Benita Ferrero-Waldner (Trade and Neighbourhood Policy)
|Succeeded by
|Cecilia Malmström (Designate)
|European Commissioner for Development and Humanitarian Aid
|In office
17 July 2009 – 9 February 2010
|José Manuel Barroso
|Preceded by
|Louis Michel
|Succeeded by
|Andris Piebalgs (Development)
Kristalina Georgieva (International Cooperation, Humanitarian Aid and Crisis Response)
|Minister of Foreign Affairs
|In office
18 July 2004 – 17 July 2009
|Prime Minister
|Guy Verhofstadt
Yves Leterme
Herman Van Rompuy
|Preceded by
|Louis Michel
|Succeeded by
|Yves Leterme
|Personal details
27 January 1954
Overmere, Belgium
|Political party
|Open Flemish Liberals and Democrats
|Mireille Schreurs
|Alma mater
|Free University of Brussels, Dutch
|Official website
Karel Lodewijk Georgette Emmerence De Gucht (Dutch: [ˈkarəl̪ d̪ə ˈɣ̟ʏx̟ t̪]; born 27 January 1954) is a Belgian politician who has been the European Commissioner for Trade since 2010.[1] Previously, he was Belgium's Minister of Foreign Affairs from 2004 to 2009 and then European Commissioner for Development & Humanitarian Aid from 2009 to 2010.[2]
Life and career[edit]
Born in Overmere, De Gucht became president of the Flemish Liberal Students while studying[clarification needed] in Brussels. He was a member of the European Parliament from 1995 to 1999 and a member of the Flemish Parliament from 1999 to 2003. Although he was elected to the Federal Parliament in the general elections on 18 May 2003 and to European Parliament in the elections of June 2004, he decided to take up neither seat and instead he was appointed the Belgian Minister of Foreign Affairs on 18 July 2004. De Gucht served as Chairman-in-Office of the OSCE in 2006.[citation needed]
De Gucht was also chairman of the Flemish Liberals and Democrats (VLD), a Belgian political party, for a time. In January 2004 he was forced to step down as chairman and was temporarily replaced until after the elections of 4 June by Dirk Sterckx. The reason for his resignation was a conflict between Belgian Prime Minister Guy Verhofstadt and him about a proposal to give non-citizen immigrants the right to vote in municipal elections, which De Gucht opposed.[citation needed] The conflict severely damaged the party's reputation, as reflected in the 2004 Belgian regional elections results.[citation needed]
He is the chief negotiator for the TAFTA, and ordered a study of the consequences on teh economy. He states that the TAFTP will bring in 120 billion Euro additional economicgrowth. When he was confronted with the 0.05% increase in BNP year.
On a trip to Africa in late 2004, De Gucht sparked a diplomatic controversy when he said that "there is a problem with the political class in the Congo" and questioned its ability to tackle corruption.[3] After De Gucht criticised President Joseph Kabila's provisional DRC government as chaotic, Congolese Information Minister Henri Mova Sakanyi accused him of "racism and nostalgia for colonialism", remarking that it was like "Tintin in the Congo all over again". De Gucht refused to retract his statement.[4][5]
In November 2008, while De Gucht was a minister in the federal government, he was accused of insider trading in the case of the near-bankruptcy and subsequent nationalisation and sale of Fortis Bank.[6] On 3 October 2008, his wife, Mireille Schreurs, and brother-in-law sold their shares in Fortis Bank after a governmental crisis meeting to deal with the precarious financial situation of the bank, hours before the public announcement that the Dutch arm of the bank would be nationalised and the partly nationalised Belgian and Luxembourg branches sold to BNP Paribas.[7] An anonymous complaint was received by the Belgian Banking, Finance and Insurance Commission alleging De Gucht's wife sold €500,000 worth of Fortis shares.[8] De Gucht acknowledges that his wife and brother-in-law sold their mother's shares in Fortis Bank on the date in question for a smaller amount than alleged, but they deny that any insider trading was involved. He also points out that he personally lost €85,000 as a result of the nationalisation and sale, and that his son, Jean-Jacques De Gucht, and mother kept their shares in the failing bank.[9] The Ghent public prosecutor ultimately decided not to pursue an investigation in the matter stating "there is nothing to indicate that De Gucht encouraged his wife, brother-in-law or any third party to sell their Fortis shares quickly".[10]
In an interview with the Belgian Flemish public radio VRT about the Israeli-Palestinian peace process and the September 2010 Washington talks, De Gucht expressed his scepticism about the process stating:
"Do not underestimate the Jewish lobby on Capitol Hill. That is the best organised lobby, you shouldn't underestimate the grip it has on American politics – no matter whether it's Republicans or Democrats.[11]
He continued
"Don't underestimate the opinion … of the average Jew outside Israel. There is indeed a belief – it's difficult to describe it otherwise – among most Jews that they are right. And a belief is something that's difficult to counter with rational arguments. And it's not so much whether these are religious Jews or not. Lay Jews also share the same belief that they are right. So it is not easy to have, even with moderate Jews, a rational discussion about what is actually happening in the Middle East. It's a very emotional issue."[12][13]
The European Jewish Congress (EJC) expressed outrage, describing the remarks as antisemitic and demanding an apology and a retraction from De Gucht.[14] De Gucht responded with the following statement:
"I gave an interview yesterday to the Flemish radio. I was also asked about the Middle East peace talks. I gave my personal point of view. I regret that the comments that I made have been interpreted in a sense that I did not intend. I did not mean in any possible way to cause offense or stigmatize the Jewish Community. I want to make clear that anti-Semitism has no place in today's world and is fundamentally against our European values."[15]
De Gucht's remarks made it on the list of the Simon Wiesenthal Center of the "2010 Top Ten Anti-Semitic Slurs".[16]
Separately in April 2012, he attracted criticism for a groundless statement as EU Trade Commissioner that Ireland was "already out of recession".[17] Ireland had 15% unemployment at the time he made his remarks.[citation needed]
- ^ Since February 2010 European Commissioner for Trade
- ^ 2009–2010 European Commissioner for Development and Humanitarian Aid
- ^ Belgium rounds on former colony, BBC, 2004-10-18, accessed on 2010-01-06
- ^ BBC News staff (22 October 2004). "DR Congo slams 'Tintin' minister". BBC News.
- ^ Cendrowicz, Leo (4 May 2010). "Tintin: Heroic Boy Reporter or Sinister Racist?". TIME (New York City). Archived from the original on 6 June 2013. Retrieved 6 June 2013.
- ^ (Dutch) "Vrouw De Gucht verkocht Fortis-aandelen met voorkennis". Demorgen.be. 18 June 2009. Retrieved 14 January 2013.
- ^ "Alston.com". Alston.com. Retrieved 14 January 2013.[dead link]
- ^ Leo Cendrowicz (14 July 2009). "De Gucht moves to European Commission". Flanderstoday.eu. Retrieved 14 January 2013.
- ^ (Dutch) "De Gucht: "Fortis-aandelen zijn pure privézaak"". Demorgen.be. 15 January 2009. Retrieved 14 January 2013.
- ^ "Expatica.com". Expatica.com. Retrieved 14 January 2013.
- ^ Lipman, Jennifer (3 September 2010). "Outcry over EU man's 'antisemitic' remarks". The Jewish Chronicle (London).
- ^ De Gucht, Karel (2 September 2010). "Vredesgesprekken Midden-Oosten begonnen". Radio 1 (Brussels).
- ^ Traynor, Ian (3 September 2010). "Anger at EU chief's Middle East outburst". The Guardian (London).
- ^ Yossi Lempkowicz (3 September 2010). "EU Commission: Karel De Gucht's remarks on Jews 'are personal comments'". EJP (European Jewish Press). Retrieved 14 January 2013.
- ^ John W. Miller, "EU Official in Trouble for Remarks on Jews," Wall Street Journal (3 September 2010).
- ^ "2010 Top Ten Anti-Semitic Slurs" (PDF). Retrieved 14 January 2013.
- ^ "Meanwhile, In Ghent"
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The Bullitt Central girls' basketball program held a donkey basketball fundraiser with the help of students and staff at Bullitt Central, as well as Roby, Nichols, Cedar Grove and Shepherdsville Elementary.
SHEPHERDSVILLE - A large turnout showed representatives from The Center for Women and Families that the Bullitt County community cares.
A great deal of local effort and involvement helped lead to the opening of a new Bullitt County CWF location.
Local officials and community members gathered for the ribbon cutting and grand opening at the facility, located near the campus of St. Aloysius Catholic Church.
SHEPHERDSVILLE -- For one night adolescents experienced the struggles and plight of the homeless.
Cardboard Light is an event designed to allow an opportunity for young people to remain homeless throughout an entire evening. The event was hosted at the Shepherdsville Government Center.
Members of Victory Baptist, Vine Hill and Bardstown Baptist Church youth groups participated. Victory Baptist youth pastor Stephen Crenshaw said 38 youth members ranging from 6th through 12th grade attended the event.
SHEPHERDSVILLE -- It had been nearly a year since Larry Belcher passed away but his memory was strong as the Bullitt County Education Association honored him as its distinguished citizen.
With past winners Dr. Mohana Arla and Jesse Flynn in the audience, Linda Belcher accepted the honor for her husband.
"Larry was fun," said Belcher, also a retired educator who is now serving as state representative for the 49th District.
She recalled various stories about how her husband liked to play pranks on people he liked.
SHEPERDSVILLE) ee" T.J. Bradley was one of more than 70 Bullitt County young adults who gained valuable work experience and job skills in SummerWorks 2009.
"Working in IT (information technology) this summer has given me great insight in the field," said Bradley, 18, a Jefferson Community and Technical College student. "Now I know that I'll enjoy working in IT as my career. The job also allowed me to save money for college."
SHEPHERDSVILLE - The new Roby Elementary school building was built upon a strong foundation.
During its 50-plus years of history the school continues to improve upon efforts made by former principals and teachers.
The importance of that foundation was recognized during an official open house ceremony to showcase the new school facility.
Roby's first librarian, Louise Terry, received the highest honor during the ceremony, with Roby's new media center named the Louise Terry Library.
SHEPHERDSVILLE - A Bullitt County native figures to be a hometown favorite in an upcoming fitness competition.
Stephanie Billings will take the stage for the first time as a professional figure competitor during the 2009 KentuckyMuscle Bodybuilding, Figure, and Bikini Championship Finals in Louisville, presented by the International Federation of Body Building and Fitness (IBFF) and the National Physique Committee (NPC).
HILLVIEW ee" Since she was very young, Shepherdsville native Jana Payne couldn't imagine herself being anything else but a professional hair stylist.
"It's all I've ever wanted to do, since I was a little girl, I've been trying to braid Barbie Doll's hair," she said.
It was a childhood dream that has turned in to a very successful reality for Payne, who recently won several regional and national awards through her employer, Fantastic Sams.
The CASA Program for Bullitt County (Court Appointed Special Advocates) and the Board of Directors thanks Tom Givhan and John Spainhour for hosting the CASA Corporate Reception.
This was an effort for CASA to gain support from local community businesses.
CASA is a non profit organization that recruits, trains and supports volunteers to advocate the best interest of abused and neglected children in the Family Court system.
CLERMONT - Bernheim Middle School seventh graders received the ultimate lesson.
An event called "Ghost Out" was presented by seventh grade instructor Erin Mabe with assistance from instructional coach Karrie Stewart.
The event was tied to a book read in school, "Tears of a Tiger," which includes a story involving a drunk driving accident and making good life choices.
"The event is tied in with the novel," said Stewart. "The novel causes kids to think of these situations and we wanted to personalize this for them."
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Welcome to our website!
The folk studies students involved with the Allen Country Folklife and Oral History Project at the opening event.
We strongly encourage you to get in touch directly with the department head, Dr. Michael Ann Williams, to talk about your interest in the program. She will be happy to chat with you on the phone or via email to answer any of your questions. Better yet, plan a visit to Bowling Green to meet current faculty and students!
Our MA program is unique in offering specialized tracks in public folklore and historic preservation within the Folk Studies program. A more traditional thesis option is also available. We realize that not everyone has had the opportunity to study folklore as undergraduates and we do not have prerequisites for admission to the program.
Students come from all over the country (and the world) to study folklore at Western Kentucky University. Current students come from as far as Iran, Arkansas, and California. WKU Folk Studies students have had undergraduate degrees from institutions as diverse as Wake Forest, Case Western, Vanderbilt, University of Oregon, and, of course, Western Kentucky University. We don't require a background in folklore and our students come to us with a wide range of range of bachelor degrees such as anthropology, poetry, philosophy, library studies, religion, international studies, as well as folklore.
Although you may be admitted to the program as late as early summer, we encourage you to get your application in before early March for full consideration for a graduate assistantship for your first year.
Wander through our website and check out our student projects (such as the Allen County Folklife and Oral History Project and folkloristic radio programming), upcoming and past events, internship stories, and job stories. For more information check out our 2010 New Student Handbook. Please let me know what else you need to know. We hope to hear from you soon!
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Hey, I'm a man. I get it. You're probably just like me and want to enjoy life the way it was. You want to live relatively care free, eat what you want, go out for drinks with the guys and don't want to visit the doctor for some minor problem. I hate admitting when something is wrong with me but let me tell you…
Gluten intolerance and celiac disease is a big problem. It can create some major problems in your life. Even worse than what you're going through now. That's why you're here right?
Gluten intolerance and celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder, where anyone with it can experience discomfort when they consume villous atrophy occurs. This condition slowly and gradually sloughs off the villi from the and small intestine. As a result, the body becomes deficient of important nutrients due to malabsorption. This condition poses adverse effects on the proper function of the brain, peripheral nervous system, bones, liver and other organs.
Symptoms of Gluten Intolerance or Celiac Disease in Men:
- Bone Pain
- Weight Loss
- Diarrhea
- Constipation
- Mild Weakness
- Malnutrition
- Abdominal Bloating
- Nutritional Deficiencies
- Overall poor health
Gluten intolerance and celiac disease also causes the body to loose its capacity to fight several diseases. One might be forced to think that the body's immune system would have no business with this condition, but it has to be understood that most of the body's immune system is located near the small intestine. Due to this reason, most of the antibodies that normally drive away the infection get destroyed. As a result, the mucus membrane that forms a protective covering for the body's organs is destroyed. Hence, many parts of the body are exposed to pathogens and the body falls prey to frequent infections and sometimes fatal diseases. This is the cause of frequent infections of the eyes, mouth, sinuses, etc.
In addition to this, the digestive and the respiratory tract are also affected due this condition. This leads to, rupturing of the intestinal tissues, causing ulcers, pain in abdomen and upset stomach. Other symptoms of gluten intolerance include infertility in men, vitamin and mineral deficiencies, anemia, lactose intolerance, headaches, mood swings and pain in joints and bones.
Due to the damaged digestive tract, some of the symptoms of gluten intolerance in men are simply related to gastric problems. These include, intermittent diarrhea, bloating, flatulence, constipation and foul smelling stools that are grayish in color and appear fatty or oily. Many men also complain of muscle cramps, anemia, mouth sores, skin rashes, dental disorders and tingling sensation in the legs and feet (peripheral neuropathy). There are complaints of depression, mood swings and lack of concentration at work place. Weight loss is also common gluten intolerance. The weight loss is purely due to indigestion, diarrhea and the incapability of the body to absorb nutrition from the food.
Celiac disease also brings with it, a condition known as dermatitis herpetiformis. This is an extremely itchy skin disease, wherein rashes develop all over the body mainly in areas near the elbow and joint region.
Other common symptoms of gluten intolerance in men may include abdominal distention, bloating, loss of bone density that may lead to frequent fractures, borborygmi (stomach rumbling), diabetes, headaches, migraines, grayish stools, hypoglycemia, hair loss, gluten ataxia, vomiting and sjogren's disease (chronic autoimmune disorder affecting the functioning of many vital organs of the body). In this condition, patients may also experience steatorrhea which means high amounts of lipids in the stool that causes the stool to float.
Many times, these symptoms may give a warning for the onset of various disorders, and people are forced to adopt a different line of treatment. Gluten intolerance is only diagnosed when one or a number of tests are performed on the patient. The sooner one recognizes the symptoms; the earlier one can begin to remove gluten from their diet. If gluten intolerance is diagnosed at a later stage, then it will cause more devastating and irreparable damage to the human body.
Man, if you think you may have gluten intolerance or celiac disease, visit your doctor. You have nothing to lose by being properly diagnosed.


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I like paying attention to what consultants say about the Biglaw market. It offers a fun little insight into what people think partners want to hear.
The ABA Journal reports that consultants at Hildebrandt think partners want to hear that they can still fire people — lots of people:
Writing for the blog of law firm consultant Hildebrandt, Lisa Smith makes an argument that outsourcing, efficiencies and increased hiring of staff attorneys could mean a different mix of staff and associate lawyers—and an overall reduction in head count in the next five to seven years.
Hilderbrandt expects an overall reduction of headcount of 17,500. But not partners! Just associates and staff attorneys…
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Gail Simone Won't Be Writing Batgirl's Zero Year Tie-In
- Written by Jude Terror on Tuesday, June 25 2013 and posted in News with Benefits
Source: Tumblr
DC Comics earned themselves a lot of negative publicity last year when they attempted to fire Gail Simone from Batgirl via email message, quickly reinstating her after feeling the wrath of the internet. But don't believe for a second that DC learned any lesson whatsoever from that. In response to a question of whether or not Batgirl would be a part of DC's Batman super-mega-crossover event, Zero Year, Simone posted on her Tumblr:
Yes, but I was told on Friday that I'm not writing it.
Simone is arguably DC's highest profile female writer, writing one of their highest profile female characters. She has a large and vocal fanbase that has proven itself willing to stick up for her in cases of perceived mistreatment. She is pretty much synonymous with Batgirl. So this decision makes perfect sense, provided your definition of "perfect sense" is "absolutely no sense at all."
Sigh. It's customary in these situations for The Outhouse to make up some fake quotes by DC executives that highlights what buffoons they all appear to be, so let's have at it, shall we?
"Who cares about who's writing it?" said Dan Didio, Sr. Vice President of Cheap Gimmicks. "All that matters is that we're embossing the cover!"
"My momma always told me, life is like a box of chocolates," said DC Editor in Chief Bob Harras, a lovable idiot. "You never know what you're gonna get."
"I mean, who knows, at any given moment, whether we're going to treat our creators with respect and dignity, or whether we're going to let them know at the last minute that they won't be writing issues of their own book for apparently no reason?" he continued. "How would I know that?"
"At any given moment, my staff and I are capable of making an extremely stupid decision," added Didio. "You just never know what we're going to do."
"We just can't help ourselves," explained Harras, who then stuck his fingers in an electrical socket for no apparent reason.
"Hrrgghhllllghgghhhhh!" he gasped as electrical current coursed through his body.
"That's the third time he's done that this week," Didio told us while picking paint chips off the wall of his office and eating them. "Hasn't learned a thing."
"Uuuurrrrggghhhhh," mumbled a dazed and smoking Harras, who seemed remarkably more cognizant than normal.
Presumably, Simone is still writing the title after the crossover issue, but, you know, who the hell knows what DC is going to do next. The Outhouse will keep you updated when the inevitable internet backlash occurs and DC is forced to reverse their decision.
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The dangerous waste byproducts of oil and gas discovery make the argument for clean energy a valid one. New drilling technologies give oil companies more ways to reach reserves. Because of the controversial drilling technique called hydrolic fracking, health concerns have risen for families living in or near oil fields.
The Bakken in North Dakota is reportedly the biggest untapped oil reserve in America. It stretches from North Dakota to Saskatchewan. Land owners in the area have little control over whether an oil well is on their property, or whether an adjacent well employs fracking. However, they are finding their voice to protest the dangerous byproducts due to fracking leaks and also, the storage of waste in pits.
How Drilling Waste Is Stored
Drilling creates dangerous waste. Anything put down the drilling hole has to come back up, and when it does, it comes with many dangerous toxins. Those nasty liquids and chemicals have to go somewhere, so instead, they go into pits and salt caverns. These can be naturally occuring or man-made. Overflow due to flooding, and seepage into bedrock can taint water supplies.
What the Government Is Doing About It
Tapping new oil reserves is a necessary tactic to keep energy prices down in America. While researchers work to make alternative energy sources more affordable, the public is still reliant on fossil fuels. Although the news is full of positive reports about clean energy, people are still concerned about their health due to the old energy technology.
Federal regulators are sensitive to potential health hazards, and new rules are provided for the oil companies drilling in the Bakken. To help this case, federal regulators have proposed closed drilling systems. This means that everything that goes down the tube has to come back up the same tube. This system contains the waste.
Know Your Rights As a Landowner
If you own property that has a waste pit, make sure you stay in close contact with the oil company. Contact information is usually posted near the site. These pits can overflow after a big snow melt, and the toxins can get into waterways, eventually reaching farms and ranch land. Many well operators want to be good neighbors, and they will address your concerns.
Talk to your neighbors. If an adjacent landowner allows a waste pit, then make sure he or she is aware of your health concerns. A pit close to your home is unsafe for you and your children. Although you can't completely stop oil exploration, you can let the state and federal representatives know your concerns.
Remember that you have a vote. Landowners who work together to protect the natural resources of North Dakota and the Bakken can help achieve a safer energy plan. If the number of people against unsafe oil field waste disposal is large enough, your representatives will be more motivated and compelled to do something about the situation.


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A Basic Guide to Well-Known Autism Therapies
Interventions to consider for kids with autism spectrum disorders
Speech Therapy
What It Is
Speech therapy addresses problems for people who have trouble using spoken language to communicate, whether it's from a developmental disability or a physical injury. Because children with autism show delays in their development of communication skills and the use of language to relate to others, speech therapists are often called upon to evaluate children for the diagnosis before delivering services to help children learn to communicate.
How It Works
The National Research Council identified speech therapy as a way to teach children with autism spectrum disorders communications skills in a 2001 book called Educating Children with Autism.
Communication skills go three ways: talking to others, understanding what others say, and the ability to converse about a third subject, an essential concept called joint attention.
Like every educational approach to teaching autistic children, it's a step-by-step process. The Council noted about early steps: "Speech is taught as a verbal behavior, and objectives are targeted beginning with verbal imitation, following one-step commands, receptive discrimination of body parts, objects, person names and pictures, and expressive labeling in response to questions. Later, language objectives include prepositions, pronouns, same/different and yes/no."
Important to Know
Since speech is such a key element of a child's development, experts in autism education often discuss delivering services such as speech therapy in conjunction with other behavioral approaches like ABA to promote communication opportunities through a child's day (not just in school or a clinician's office).
The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, the professional group for speech pathologists, specifically calls upon its members working with autistic individuals to collaborate with families and other professionals who are working with the same client—a practice also urged by the AAP.
Speech Therapy Resources
- Educating Children with Autism, a book published in 2001 by The National Research Council's Committee on Educational Interventions for Children with Autism. (See pages 49-51 for a discussion on speech therapy as a strategy for addressing core communication deficits.)
- Principles for Speech-Language Pathologists in Diagnosis, Assessment, and Treatment of Autism Spectrum Disorders Across the Life Span, a paper published by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association for its members
- Management of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders, a book published in November 2007 by the American Academy of Pediatrics. (This paper by the nation's group for pediatricians has a useful section on the importance of speech therapy in helping people with autism communicate.)


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Book your room at Holiday Inn Express Albert Dock
Standard Twin Room, Non SmokingMax Occupancy: 2 guests (up to 1 child)
Standard Double Room, Non SmokingMax Occupancy: 2 guests (up to 1 child)
Standard Double Room with Sofa Bed, non-smokingMax Occupancy: 4 guests (up to 3 children)
Standard Twin Room, Accessible, Non SmokingMax Occupancy: 2 guests (up to 1 child)
Standard Room, Non SmokingMax Occupancy: 2 guests (up to 1 child)
Hotel in Liverpool (The Docks) near Liverpool ONE
Located in the heart of Liverpool, this hotel is steps from Albert Dock, Beatles Story, and Tate Liverpool. Also nearby are Liverpool ONE and Merseyside Maritime Museum.
Hotel Features
In addition to a restaurant, Holiday Inn Express Albert Dock features a bar/lounge. Other amenities include wireless Internet access (surcharge) and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Room Amenities
Televisions come with satellite channels. Guestrooms also feature wireless Internet access (surcharge), safes, and coffee/tea makers.Information missing or incorrect? Tell us!
At your hotel
At your hotel
The hotel offers a restaurant. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. This 3-star property offers access to a business center.
Public areas are equipped with high-speed wireless Internet access (surcharge). This Liverpool hotel also offers coffee/tea in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a safe deposit box at the front desk.
- Total number of rooms - 130
- Number of floors - 3
- Restaurant
- Coffee/tea in lobby
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Luggage storage
- Bar/lounge
- Elevator/lift
- 24-hour front desk
- Business center
- Dry cleaning/laundry service
- Wireless Internet access - surcharge
Stay connected
Available in all rooms: Wireless internet access ( 5 GBP per 24 hours surcharge )
Available in some public areas: Wireless internet access ( 5 GBP per 24 hours surcharge )
In your room
- Satellite TV service
- Phone
- Free local calls
- Coffee/tea maker
- In-room safe
- Private bathroom
- Hair dryer
- Desk
- Wireless Internet access (surcharge)
Eat and drink
Holiday Inn Express Albert Dock has a restaurant on site.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
- Golfing nearby
To make requests for specific accessibility needs, complete the "Special or Accessibility Requests" section of "Trip Preferences" when you book your hotel.
- Accessible path of travel
- Accessible bathroom
- Roll-in shower
- Accessible parking
- In-room accessibility
- Accessibility equipment for the deaf
- Braille or raised signage
The fine print for Holiday Inn Express Albert Dock
When you arrive
Check-in time starts at 2 PM
When you leave
Check-out time is 11 AM
How you can pay
Accepted at this hotel: MasterCard, Visa
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.
- No onsite parking is available.
- Fee for in-room wireless Internet: GBP 5 (for 24 hours, rates may vary)
- Fee for wireless Internet in public areas: GBP 5 (for 24 hours, rates may vary)


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Hartnell College President Valeau Named Alumnus of the Week by UC Berkeley Alumni Association
April 14th, 2006
Edward J. Valeau, president of Hartnell College and a graduate of the University of California, Berkeley, has been named the California Alumni Association (CAA) Alumnus of the Week for April 10-16.
Valeau, who earned his Ph.D. from UC Berkeley's School of Education in 1983, received the CAA's alumnus award because he recently won the Harry Buttimer Distinguished Administrator Award from the Association of California Community Colleges Administrators (ACCCA).
That award, named after a former chancellor of the Contra Costa Community College District, is bestowed annually to a community college CEO for demonstrating leadership, integrity and contributions to the professions, college and community.
Valeau has been president of Hartnell since 1995.


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At Victorious Word Christian Fellowship we believe that Jesus Christ is Lord and His Word should always have preeminence in our lives. Jesus reflects God's character and Father God is exactly like Jesus. At VWCF you will find a Triune God who is deeply in love with you and wants to meet your every need. We are currently located at:
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Cold, Flu, & Cough Health Center
Cold Medicine and Treatment: When? What? How?
Looking for more effective cold medicine? While there are many cold medicines and treatments that soothe miserable cold symptoms, there is nothing that cures a cold. Still, some cold treatments can give you much-needed relief to help you wait it out until the cold is gone.
Cold medicines and treatments attack the cold symptoms, not the specific cold viruses. They don't cure the cold, but they can bring relief, lighter symptoms, or maybe even shorten your cold. Also, there's no one "perfect" cold medicine. What works for your symptoms may not help your best friend's cold symptoms. You may have to try two or three cold treatments to find the one that works best. But be sure to read the labels carefully. Don't take medicines at the same time that have the same ingredients or have ingredients that would interact.
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You have been so great about your new exercise routine, rarely missing a day since you started up again. Then all of a sudden you are waylaid by a cold or flu. What should you do? Should you skip the treadmill or forsake that Pilates class for a late afternoon nap? Will it be hard to get started again if you skip a day or two?
Read the Exercising When Sick: A Good Move? article > >
Here are some answers to commonly asked questions about over-the-counter cold medicine and treatment.
#1: Should I take a decongestant or an antihistamine?
This depends on your cold symptoms. If you have nasal or sinus congestion, then a decongestant cold medicine may be helpful. Decongestants can increase heart rate and may cause anxiety and insomnia in some people. These medications can be used alone or in combination with an antihistamine.
If you have a runny nose or sneezing, then an antihistamine may be helpful. Over-the-counter antihistamines that contain diphenhydramine may make people extremely drowsy. Non-sedating antihistamines are also available over the counter and do not appear to produce significant drowsiness. Dry mouth is another common side effect. When using an antihistamine, use caution in operating heavy machinery or driving.
#2: Is it safe to take a decongestant if I have high blood pressure?
Decongestants, such as pseudoephedrine and phenylephrine, can increase blood pressure and heart rate. In general, if your blood pressure is well controlled with medications, then a decongestant may not be a problem as long as you monitor your blood pressure. There are decongestant-free cold medicines available over-the-counter, such as Coricidin HBP. If you have high blood pressure, it's a good idea to check with your doctor or pharmacist to find out what's right for you.
For in-depth information, see WebMD's article on Decongestants and Antihistamines.
#3: How often can I use nasal sprays for congestion?
Nasal decongestants work fast to open breathing passages. But if you use them for more than three days in a row, you may suffer a "rebound effect" and end up more congested than you were at the start. Insomnia, restlessness, and difficulty urinating can be side effects.
Some doctors suggest using a saline spray instead of a medicated spray. Saline sprays work to loosen mucus. They work more slowly, but they cause no rebound effect.
For in-depth information, see WebMD's article on Nasal Sprays for Cold Relief.
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A South Georgia girl is asking the community for help to provide scholarships for college-bound young women.
In February, Madison Daughtry was named the Distinguished Young Woman of Leesburg for the Class of 2014.
The Distinguished Young Women is a national scholarship program that emphasizes on education and encourages personal development.
Madison and 19 other girls from other counties across the state will go to Atlanta in July to compete in the state championship. If Madison is chosen, she will represent Georgia at the national competition next summer.
"You got to work hard. You have to work hard with your grades because that is a huge part of it. You got to be dedicated and know that you can do anything if you set your mind to it. It's not a beauty pageant. It has nothing to do with looks at all. It's your overall personality," said Madison Daughtry.
Madison will play Whitewater Chopped Sticks by Calvin Jones at the state program in July. The Distinguished Young Women program awarded Madison a 2 year scholarship to Darton College. She plans to major in Physical Therapy.
If you would like to help in some way, you can email Madison's parents at email@example.com to make a tax deductible donation to the scholarship program.
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