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The dynamics of a changing economy, the demands for reducing carbon footprints, and the desire to lower the need for foreign oil all impact the way we live and work. Modern office spaces now require dynamic, flexible space to reflect the changes in office structure, interaction, and communication.
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Walls and partitions are, by nature, barriers to sight and sound. Glass panels can allow light in and provide interaction and communication, but partitions also need to provide good, sound construction that meets the needs for privacy, security, and quiet when desired. Improvements in the design and construction of demountable partitions have enhanced their ability to meet these functional needs.
Just as recycling materials is a sustainable practice, so is selecting the proper system to meet the intended use. Designers can work with you to determine which partition is actually the best solution – one that provides for performance in terms of sound, light, and permanence; for image and aesthetic; for security and privacy; and for flexibility – whether it's a fixed standard partition or a demountable system. When properly designed into the office layout, demountable partitions allow for changes as the environment evolves to meet new opportunities or deal with new communication requirements, team building, and interaction.
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'American dream has gotten lost in shuffle'
An increasing number of Valley families face possibility of foreclosure
By GRACE WYLER
Four years after the housing market fell — and brought Wall Street with it, Denise O'Malley's story has become all too familiar.
After O'Malley, a registered nurse's assistant, and her husband, Terry, a roofer, were laid off in the early stages of the recession, the couple realized they soon would have trouble making monthly payments on their Wilson Avenue home.
The O'Malleys' home was now worth $62,500, significantly less than the couple owes on the 30-year, $177,900 loan.
Although they were current on their payments, the O'Malleys applied to their mortgage servicer, GMAC Mortgage, for a loan modification in spring 2009.
More than a year later, fighting to save their home has become Denise O'Malley's full-time job. She said she has filed for a loan modification at least nine times. But every modification GMAC has offered also increased their monthly payments.
"I kept thinking, 'They'll see what they're doing; they'll understand that we aren't working,'" Denise O'Malley said. "But the American dream has gotten lost in the shuffle."
She has talked to countless GMAC representatives about why the modification is an increase — explanations have ranged from claims of missing paperwork to an overassessment of the O'Malleys' income because Terry can pick up some temporary work, Denise O'Malley said.
"They said there were mistakes in the paperwork. They said it's not their problem," she said. "They are scary; they are intimidating because this is our home."
The O'Malleys are now five months behind on their payments. GMAC has not begun the foreclosure process, but O'Malley said she worries it could start at any time.
An increasing number of families such as the O'Malleys are suffering as foreclosures continue to rise, ravaging local homeowners and communities, said Mary Ann Beal-Villa, a foreclosure-prevention counselor for the Mahoning Valley branch of Empowering and Strengthening Ohio's People, or ESOP, which provides free foreclosure-prevention counseling.
In May alone, Mahoning County had 301 new fore-closure filings, and Trumbull County had 247, according to foreclosure data tracker RealtyTrac. Columbiana had 86 new filings.
Unlike the risky subprime loans and predatory- lending practices that caused earlier foreclosures, the recent foreclosures have been driven by the Valley's persistently high unemployment and decreased home values, Beal-Villa said.
Unemployment in the Mahoning Valley has not fallen below 12.5 percent since January 2009. The national unemployment rate was 9.7 percent last month.
Because of long-term unemployment, a rising number of foreclosure victims are homeowners who formerly had good credit and avoided exotic mortgages, she said.
While foreclosures on subprime loans were concentrated in urban areas, the crisis has spread to suburban and rural communities, Beal-Villa said.
"Foreclosures are starting to affect homeowners that once considered themselves middle-class," Beal-Villa said. "It is more of a widespread problem — it's like a tornado; it doesn't pick, it just goes."
The primary cause of Valley foreclosures is loss of income, Beal-Villa said. Unemployment, wage freezes and furloughs have made it more difficult for families to make ends meet, she said.
"There is hope that when the economy turns around and more jobs are created in the area, it will slow down," Beal-Villa said. "But when the foreclosure process starts, it's hard to stop it."
In April 2009, the Obama administration introduced a $75 billion federal fore-closure-prevention plan, the Home Affordable Modification Program, or HAMP, which promised to reduce monthly mortgage payments for 3 million struggling homeowners.
HAMP has been plagued by problems and largely ineffective for Ohioans, said Charu Gupta, a spokeswoman from ESOP's central office in Cleveland.
The program provides incentives to participating mortgage lenders to reduce eligible homeowners' payments to 31 percent of their monthly income. Lenders also must pledge to expand their staff and services to deal with a growing foreclosure backlog.
HAMP has encountered problems because no one has any authority to ensure the lenders are following program mandates, Gupta said.
"It has good intentions. But somewhere along the line, something has gone horribly wrong with the incentive structure," she said. "If the proof is in the pudding, there is no pudding."
But the service issues mask a more significant problem: HAMP was not designed to account for families such as the O'Malleys, who face long-term unemployment.
The original program would not consider unemployment benefits as a source of income, so those who were unemployed were not eligible for a HAMP modification. That rule was altered last week, but homeowners must prove they will get unemployment benefits for at least nine months. Ohio guarantees those benefits for only up to 26 weeks.
As a result, few Ohio homeowners have benefited from the program — only 8 percent of Ohio homeowners have received a permanent HAMP modification. The state ranks 48th in the number of homeowners who have gotten a loan modification through the program.
To try to stem the problem, the federal government has granted the Ohio Housing Finance Agency with $170 million in Hardest Hit Funds, part of a $2.1 billion in Troubled Asset Relief Program, or TARP. The funds will go to 10 states that have suffered severe home-price declines and high unemployment.
In a proposal submitted to the Treasury Department last week, the OHFA said it will target the funds for unemployed and underemployed homeowners in counties with "a high share of foreclosure, high unemployment rates, or large declines in home sales." It also would provide financial incentives to mortgage servicers to either modify the loan or help the homeowner get out of the loan without going through the foreclosure process.
The funds will be administered by organizations such as ESOP that have been certified by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development to provide free foreclosure-prevention counseling. ESOP and similar organizations work directly with lenders on behalf of homeowners to negotiate loan modifications.
On Wednesday, Denise O'Malley met with the Mahoning Valley branch of ESOP with the hope that the organization will be able to help her get a modification her family can afford.
Denise O'Malley hopes that ESOP will help reduce her monthly payment from $713 to around $600, with the outstanding payments wrapped at the end of the loan.
"I know I can make $600, so I'm hoping they might be willing to negotiate," she said.
She says she is not going to give up on saving their house.
"Failure is not an option," she said. "I am going to save my home, one paper at a time."
hahaha too bad their story isnt the truth
What's the truth?
I am in the same boat as these people,only Citi Mortgage is my servicer. We went thru esop to apply for the laon mod. witch was the 3rd time my wife and I tried,we got every excuse from the mortgage co. befor that from we never recived the documents to we dont have enough info . My wife sent them Certified mail no how can they say they never got them.I lost my job & the wife had an illness last year in turn she only worked 5 months , we contact citi to make arrangements thy refused to, got 60 days late on payment when taxes came back sent the money to citi to make loan current the following week I get papers from thier law team stateing they want to forclose the next day my check for the payment to make loan current was sent back to us. ESOP didnt help much they did what we did filled out the same documation twice with them they faxed it to Citi took a good month for an answer from citi only to be put on a trial mod. for about six months then the day after christmass got a letter from citi saying had too much income no how can a family that is pulling in 800.00 a month have too much? got another paper rasing monthly payments from 500.00 to 625.00 I believe the Woman in the article is telling the truth ,Obama is giving struggling homeowners lip service to make him look likt the hero. My question to is why hamp can only be for people that are current on their monthly payments shouldnt it be for whoever is struggling to make mortgage payments current or not . By the way I have yet to meet one person in this area that got a permenate loan mod. Please let us know if there somebody with a permenate one in this area because I lost my faith in the system.A total of five times we tried for loan mod and nothing.
although the plight of many american families are the same and programs like this are misleading and very hard to qualify, her personal story is not accurate, i know this because i know her and their histroy quite well. how can you owe $177,000 on a home in girard that was given title free and clear ,,,,,,,,,the home wasnt that when the origional personal who really paid for it bought it....mmmm i wonder
That's why I asked. Something didn't add up. Seemed like some odd numbers and quite a drop in home value, if that were the case.
Alpha: Get a lawyer. Not everyone will qualify for HAMP or any of the other programs. If you aren't too far "under water" you may have recourse.....
Vindy should have interviewed a couple of lawyers who specialize in representing mortagees.
trumbull county auditor has a site look it up
Got a lawyer, Now In Chapter Seven. Wasn't too far under. Walking away the Home is not Worth it when it's been 18 months on a layoff due to employer closeing down for good.Wife is back to work fulltime.Go to Job interview's don't get called back . Sold and cashed on what was worth anything . I know a lot of people in the area are in the same situation due to jobloss & etc. We aren't looking for pity we just want to keep our homes,get jobs and such. Time fo all of us to move on to better times. Good luck and prosperity for all .
House is worth $62,500 and you owe $177,900 - WALK AWAY!!! Give the house back to the mortgage company. Only a fool would stay with the house that much under water.
Amazing how everyone wants the gov to stay out of their business until they need a handout. Suck it up and get another job. Two if you need to. Deliver pizzas or papers, flip burgers, whatever. Get it done.
The problem is that these people, like most, live hand to mouth. They are absolutely maxed out. There is no emergency fund to fall back on in case of illness or job loss. No savings at all, usually.
Now they want to blame the govt. Blame yourself. Stop going out and acquiring mortgages that you cannot afford. Contrary to the lie that the marketing machines sell you, you CANNOT have it all.
You should ALWAYS borrow at least 15%-20% less than you can currently afford when buying a home, car, or any other major purchase. If you lose your job, become ill, or have other setbacks you will need that 15-20% income/savings cushion to stay solvent.
The bank are not your friends. Their brokers & affiliates are not your friends. Once they sell you a product, they're done. Don't come running back to them once you hit a wall. They don't care. They're in business to make money.
If you can't make your car payment, they're going to take your car. If you can't make your mortgage payment they are going to take your home. You know this going in. Plan accordingly. Leave room for life. Crap happens to all of us that we cannot foresee. Make allowances for it in your finances. Stop looking to the government (the rest of us) to bail you out. I did not support the bail outs of the banks and Wall Street either.
I work in this industry and have seen so many ridiculous stories of people expecting the government to fix the mess that they've created in their finances.
Some of these people applying for loan mods live in half million dollar homes. They have three high-end cars, 60" tvs throughout the house, and refuse to cut down on their expenses. They have $300 cell phone plans and $2,000 worth of car payments a month, but they want a handout to keep them in the lifestyle they simply cannot afford anymore. Instead of getting cheaper cars, selling off some items, and downsizing their lifestyle they want the banks to "work with them." Not going to happen.
Then they begin to rail at the government. It's not their fault either. You folks did not go out and ask the government's permission when you signed up for a home you could not afford. Why blame them?
Not everyone in trouble is in half million dollar homes, but the same principals apply. Live within your means. Well within your means--whatever those means are. Perhaps you will have to wait before buying a home. Perhaps you need to buy a more affordable home. It is up to you to manage your life and finances. Just because some slimy broker or loan officer is willing to sign you up for a loan does not mean that you should do it. Live within your means, people. It is not the taxpayer's responsibility to keep you in a home you cannot afford.
*President Obama is suggesting a large number of financial reforms in the banking industry to protect ignorant Americans who are too uneducated or stupid to read the fine print and protect themselves against greedy banks. Let's see how many of you Tea Baggers and Party of No members will go on talk radio crying about socialism, birth certificates, and how the banking industry will be harmed by regulations.
One last thing * You can't have it both ways: Don't blast the President for trying to regulate the banks, who are out of control, yet cry about government staying out of business. Put your thinking hats on this time, folks. Don't be misled by rich Republicans and who are the ones who benefit from a lack of government regulation. These are the people who own stock in these companies, are on the boards of these banks, and who are in bed with the financial industry. Think this time.
How exactly does one come to owe $177,900 on a house that has probably never been worth half of that???
We are now facing the backlash of easy credit . Many who bought houses didn't question the price . The sellers were making fortunes .The buyers only concern was the payment . Today many repo's sit deteriorating and waiting to be tore down . Nobody is interested in buying them .
because they refinanced the home a couple times and rolled their credit cards into it
"Amazing how everyone wants the gov to stay out of their business until they need a handout. Suck it up and get another job. Two if you need to. Deliver pizzas or papers, flip burgers, whatever. Get it done."
How many houses can you afford by having the jobs you mentioned?
ESOP would be able to assist, an office in Warren and now services are being offered in Columbiana County @ The Family and Community Resource Center.
Even if you walk away..the lender may come after you for the monies, which is why ESOP would be a great resource to get in touch with before walking away. Getting a lawyer to explore options is good too-legal aid is free if you qualify.
Credit counseling would be another option for those who live off of credit cards and take loans out against their homes due to the lack of budgeting knowledge or monies.
Exploring other educational options which would give you better paying jobs. Eastern Gateway Community College has a free Career Assessment workshop which allows one to do so. Especially for those who are displaced workers due to unemployment or job closings. Many answers to the situation but are people willing to listen or follow through? Sitting around blasting people nor offering solutions is not solving the problems in a constructive manner.
These posts are very interesting. The one cuase of this modern day depression is the same as what brought on the great depression of the 1930's:
Society's attitude towards debt. Not just the consumer's attitude or just the attitude of business. My belief is that over the last 20-25 years, our society's attitude towards an acceptable level of debt changed dramatically. From the consumer who thought nothing of having two mortgages, several credit cards and high end car loans, to large corporations carrying tremendous amounts of debt leverage through buying out their competitors. In the 1990's, this was called "consolidation". Either way, it means unsustainable levels of debt, both for businesses and consumers. It seems that about every 70 to 100 years, economies need to re-learn this lesson.
Ours arrived right on schedule. Point the finger at whomever you want, but the reality is that we are all to blame.
I don't want to seem heartless but this woman is not the victim she claims to be.
If she ran up credit cards and paid them off by refinancing her home as moringlory wrote that is more the typical reason people find themselves in this situation.
When people spend more than they make and put that extra spending on credit and then refinance their home and end up paying for that pizza they ate last year for the next thirty years this is the result.
What is truly mind boggling is that his woman is determined to find a way to pay a $177,900 loan on a $62,500 home. If you want to live in a $62,500 home just go buy one. Run, don't walk, away from that house and buy another $62,500 home and your payments will be less than the $600 you say you can afford.
Oh, and read the comments from havinmysay and prodgodg over and over again untill they sink in.
Why am I not surprised that someone who goes by "UnionForever" would see "walk away" and default on the loan as the solution? The entitlement mentality never ceases to amaze, and the failure to see the long term consequences of that kind of thinking - we call it the Mahoning Valley - will continue to doom this region.
How did these people find a lender to loan them more than the house was worth? Houses in this area have not dropped that much in value. Ihave had equity loans and was never able to borrow more that 80% of the EQUITY (not the home's value) that I had accrued. It's a shame people in this country are not better informed about financial matters, but I don't think the rest of us should be bailing them out. I say let the lender have the house. They will lose and they deserve to lose because they had no business making a loan like that. These people should just go rent somewhere. It is not worth the stress.
"How did these people find a lender to loan them more than the house was worth? " Because the lender made money on the deal! The loans were sold!
The sellers knew better.
So did the mortgagors.
The mortgage company got an appraisal. The appraisal should be covered by error and omission insurance.
The mortage company sold the loans as credit swaps, probably knowing the loans had been "fixed." If they didn't know, they should havre insurance coverage.
Brokerage firms packaged the loans and sold them, in many cases, to their own customers knowing full well that the underlying loan is worthless.
If there is an action for a deficiency judgment against the buyer/mortagee, the apparaser, the mortgage comapny and the rest should be joined.


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Diane's Treasures is located in downtown Freeport, IL and have a unique collection of antiques and vintage decor to spice up your home. Open: Tuesday thru Thursday, Saturday: 10 am to 5 pm.
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Carroll County's only Western Store! We carry men's and women's retail clothing & accessories, home décor and much more. We also carry some of the biggest brand names: Justin cowboy boots, Noble Outfitter apparel and horse tack, Johnny Ringo boots for women, Ariat, Wrangler, Cruel Girl, Cinch just to name a few. Our store also carries consignment pieces from local residents. We also carry unique, one of a kind handmade blankets and coats. It's worth the drive so come take a peek!
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A series of short distances for children begins at 8 am: ages 8 and under – 100 yards; 9 to 10 – 200 yards; 11 to 12 – 400 yards. All finishers receive ribbons. The boy and girl winners of each age group will run a 100-yard dash following the 5K to determine "The Fasted Kid in Town!". A One Mile Fun Run begins at 8:15 am. The course consists of one loop around the historic paved road inside Taylor Park. This is an untimed run and all finishers receive ribbons. The 5K begins at 8:35 am. The course consists of three loops around the paved road inside Taylor Park, a 5K (3.1 miles), wheel-measured certified course that is flat and fast designed to help runners achieve a personal best.
Delicious candy plus gourmet coffee and sandwiches. Also gift baskets and McNess products available.
This locally owned and operated deli has been serving the area for over 40 years with soup and sandwiches with creative names like; Whats You're Beef, Attila The Ham, Turkey Lurkey and many more. Hand dipped ice cream also available year round. Rated "Best in Region".


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By By Capt. Alan S. Moss, 11th Aviation Command Public AffairsJanuary 6, 2014
NORTH FORT HOOD, Texas -- Dedicated aviation mechanics of the Army Reserve and the New York National Guard have been improving critical skills and saving the Army money while training here.
B Company, 642nd Aviation Support Battalion of the New York National Guard is completing pre-mobilization training for its upcoming deployment to Kuwait. North Fort Hood is a mobilization platform for the Reserve.
The 11th Aviation Command recognized that there were aviation maintenance personnel from the New York National Guard mobilizing at Fort Hood and created a mutually beneficial arrangement: a hands-on training opportunity for the National Guard Soldiers which provides additional maintenance support for the 11th Aviation Command's Aviation Support Facility (ASF) at Fort Hood.
Enter 1st Battalion, 351st Aviation Regiment, 166th Aviation Brigade, First Army Division West, which, according to Capt. Michael D. Bales, 1/351 operations officer, coordinates all aviation related training for the mobilizing reserve component units.
"We contact resident units on Fort Hood -- like the 4th Sustainment Brigade, the 615th Aviation Support Battalion of the 1st cavalry Division -- to set up partnered training events," Bales said. "In the case of 642nd, this included refueling, Downed Aircraft Recovery Team training, scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance, vehicle recovery training, etc."
Chief Warrant Officer 3 Michael Risewick, specialty shop supervisor from B Company, 642nd ASB said, "This is a unique, mutually beneficial experience building opportunity for my Soldiers. This is a win-win situation for everyone involved. The timing and the situation were perfect. The USAR aviation support facility at Fort Hood is authorized eight aircraft but currently has 13. They needed the assistance and our Soldiers benefitted from the training."
When a new aircraft arrives, it receives a 100 percent inspection, to include historical records of the aircraft and the evaluation of the airframe's condition. Following inspection, if the aircraft is deemed airworthy, it undergoes a maintenance test flight to further evaluate the aircraft's systems. Otherwise, the deficiencies found are noted and later corrected.
The cooperation across components provided the National Guard training and freed USAR valuable man hours to address other critical tasks. The aircraft that the New York National Guard worked on have already completed the inspection process and are now in the repair/replace phase. Without pressure to complete the deficiencies associated with the aircraft, a better learning environment is present, producing a better-trained Soldier. This training better prepared the junior enlisted Soldiers for their wartime mission and creates a more balanced skill set.
Chief Warrant Officer 3 Robert Kunzer, also from the 642nd, said, "From a supervisory standpoint, this training has allowed me to better evaluate not only my Soldiers' skills, but also their leadership abilities prior to deploying."
Collaborations between Reserve and National Guard aviation Soldiers and units like the 642nd are uncommon, but are beneficial as the USAR saves money and the National Guard receives excellent training, all while operating in a resource constrained environment.
Had the National Guard scheduled and executed this four week long training at their home units, it would have come at significant additional cost to achieve the same training benefit.
Clint Ezell, the maintenance work supervisor at ASF Fort Hood, said, "Its right. It's smart. It's cheap."
The Reserve aviation Soldiers resolved or corrected one-third to one-half of the current deficiencies for selected aircraft at a huge cost savings in man hours. It also increased the availability of the mechanics that are organic to ASF Fort Hood, freeing them to work on flyable aircraft that meet day-to-day mission requirements.
"The primary day-to-day focus of an ASB is aircraft maintenance," Bales said. "At their home state, the 642nd only gets to conduct aircraft maintenance when they drill. Coming to Fort Hood allowed them to plan, coordinate and execute maintenance on a daily basis, in addition to the other training, like refueling, communications, and staff work that they accomplished to prepare for its Kuwaiti deployment.
"The 642nd was very proactive in reaching out to resident Fort Hood units after 1-351 made initial contact," Bales continued. "The 642nd reached further and coordinated additional training on its own."
Army Reserve aviation maintains the highest Operational Readiness rating across the Department of the Army, including the active component and the National Guard. Roughly half of the Army's aviation force is in the Reserve component and all of those aviation units mobilizing for deployment do so under the watchful eyes of 166th Aviation trainers.


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Western Bay homeowners are being warned to brace for further interest rate hikes and prepare for bigger monthly repayments on their mortgages.
Yesterday the Reserve Bank raised the official cash rate (OCR) to 3 per cent in a move designed to cool the heated housing market and control inflation. It prompted economists to warn homeowners to prepare for further home loan interest rate hikes, following a previous quarter-point jump in March.
The latest rise comes amid new Roost home-loan affordability figures showing Tauranga housing affordability worsened last month.
The report measured the percentage of after-tax pay needed to service an 80 per cent mortgage on a median-priced house.
Affordability worsened from 58.2 per cent in February this year to 60.9 per cent in March, compared with 54.7 per cent a year ago.
Tauranga's average weekly after-tax pay for first-home buyers was $758.14 - up from $756.18 in March last year.
According to latest Real Estate Institute of New Zealand figures, the median house price in Tauranga rose $11,000 to $388,000 in the month to March.
Tauranga's Rapson Loans and Finance mortgage broker Chris Rapson said he advised clients who might have "tight" repayments to fix their home loans in the medium term.
"I think it's a pretty sad day for the New Zealand borrower. I just think the economy in New Zealand is not as strong as the economists would have us believe. For people who are outside Christchurch or Auckland, or who are not dairy farmers, life is hard."
Mr Rapson said the Bay's high unemployment rate and large numbers of seasonal workers or casual port workers meant many homeowners faced continuous financial instability.
Based on a $300,000 mortgage, homeowners could expect to pay about $30 more a week following the March and April rises.
Meanwhile, Grey Power Tauranga president Christina Humphreys said a rise in interest rates would be positive for the city's older residents who no longer had a mortgage but had savings in the bank.
She had children who had mortgages, as many elderly people would, but did not believe the rise would be too much of a problem. "Our age group never got less than 9 per cent. Usually it's 14 per cent. When I nearly went broke it was 24 per cent. I think people have got to be very wary whatever rate it is."


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Our New Plan: First, Sell the House
If you pay attention, you sometimes find that life hides lessons in the upheavals thrown your way.
In this case, the upheaval is my family's recent now-they're-on-now-they're-off plans to relocate to Hong Kong for my job. One of many lessons from our experience: The pursuit of opportunities often requires nimble finances.
And as my wife, Amy, and I have learned, our finances aren't nimble enough.
As a result, even though Amy and I are sticking to our life in South Louisiana, we are keeping our house on the market. Our aim is to downsize our family's financial footprint and in the process create a money life that is more flexible. That way, if other opportunities emerge, we can more easily pursue them without the kinds of worries that ultimately helped torpedo our move to Asia.
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When Amy and I agreed that I should accept an offer to work for the paper in Hong Kong, one of our first moves was to put our house on the market. We knew in today's environment that it probably wouldn't sell quickly. And it hasn't, a reality that wreaked havoc on other financial aspects of the move -- and ultimately made it imprudent for us to pursue what would have been a dream job for me.
A clear part of the reason why our house hasn't sold is that it's in the wrong price range. I'm not saying it's mispriced; local real-estate agents say it isn't. But the lower-priced homes are the ones moving relatively quickly in our city. Higher-priced houses like ours are selling, but are sitting on the market much, much longer.
It was simple economics, but it made for some complicated calculations when it came to our move to Hong Kong. The practical result: We couldn't move until we sold the house, because we couldn't afford to pay our fairly substantial mortgage on top of paying $4,800 in monthly rent for an apartment in Hong Kong.
We don't want to be stuck like this again. So in the past week, Amy and I have spent a lot of time talking about how we can reposition our finances so that we could more easily pursue new opportunities.
Step No. 1: selling our house.
Moving to a smaller house would serve two purposes. First, a lower-priced home likely will be easier to sell the next time around. More important, though, it will come with a smaller mortgage, reduced insurance payments and a tinier property-tax bill -- all of which will let us save more money and give us the freedom to move and still afford the payment, if necessary. (Also, the subdivisions we're focusing on would let us rent our new house if we couldn't sell it, giving us another option; our current neighborhood doesn't allow that.)
Downsizing also means we can move closer to our kids' school. Some of the houses we're examining are within walking distance. Others are just five minutes by car. Either will drastically cut our school commute, as well as Amy's commute to work. Currently, when I take the kids to school in the morning, the drive there and back eats up an hour or more, depending on traffic.
Of course, shorter commutes shrink our gas consumption, not such a bad deal given today's pump prices. And with fewer rooms to heat and cool, downsizing fits in with our increasing desire to reduce our energy use.
The truth is, there's simply no need for our family of four to own a house as big as we do. When we moved back to the South from New Jersey in 2004, we were dazzled by how much more house we could afford. So we bought more house than we needed. Our recent crisis with the Hong Kong move was a reality check, allowing us to look at our lifestyle without our bigger-is-better blinders on.
Indeed, while recently packing our junk -- I mean belongings -- for storage, I was struck by how much space we don't use. We never use our formal living room, the largest room in the house, except to cross to the bedrooms. The formal dining room has been employed precisely once, for Christmas last year with Amy's family -- and that was just to lay out all the food and plates. A fourth bedroom is all but empty, save for a computer and a TV that one of our kids watches when the other claims the TV in the family room. And we probably don't need three full bathrooms.
Finally, by reducing our costs, downsizing will allow us to pursue the idea of letting Amy scale back her work hours to spend more time managing the kids' needs, and providing them more structure in the afternoons.
That was one of the things we were looking forward to in Hong Kong, and we'd like to try to re-create that now that we're staying.
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To be clear, selling our house isn't based on any financial duress. We can afford our home. And if one of us ever lost a job, we have an emergency fund in place that would cover our mortgage, insurance and taxes for more than two years.
There's also a lot about this house that I love. As many readers may remember, we put a lot of money and attention (too much, some readers no doubt thought) into fixing up the place, especially the master bathroom.
Instead, this is purely something we want to do because it makes sense -- from a financial, lifestyle and moral perspective. It's the right thing to do for our family.
Now, it's just a matter of finding the right home.
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It has been 3 months, babes! Remember when I first talked about my mission to whiten my teeth using Colgate Optic White Toothbrush + Whitening Pen? I've taken quite a few travels in the past 3 months and I'm surprised that I remembered to bring my beloved toothbrush along each time. I can't stress to you how nice it is to have a whitening product built in your toothbrush. Such a genius idea and one that will likely have me repurchasing this toothbrush just for the convenience. Because look – busy women and mamas simply don't have the time to sit and wait for their teeth to whiten. I love how simple using this toothbrush is. It takes away the whole "put this on your teeth and remove in 10-30 minutes" thing and allows you to brush, whiten and go. It really couldn't be easier. But is it effective? I would say so! To stretch it out a bit, I used the toothbrush twice a day but only used the Whitening Pen once a day. A little goes a long way and even after 3 months, I've got just a little left. Because you can use any kind of toothpaste with this, I'm thinking that can make a bit of a difference in the results that you may see. I didn't use a whitening toothpaste because I wanted to see how well the Whitening Pen did on its own. [Read more…]
My Whiter Teeth Mission with Colgate Optic White + Giveaway
So we all know how I feel about dental care. I've talked about it a thousand times. So much so that I should probably start a dental care blog. Okay, I'm kidding but you get my drift. I'm pretty serious about dental health and keeping those teeth of mine white so I'm raising my little babe to be the same way. Here's to hoping that she won't ever get a cavity until she's at least in her 20's. A mama can dream, right? While you know the hippie girl in me is all about trying to find natural alternatives to just about everythiiiiiing, one conventional product that I don't mind using is toothpaste. I've been rockin' with Colgate for many years and when I got the opportunity to test drive their Optic White Toothbrush + Built-In Whitening Pen, I was all on board. And a little nervous, too. I suffer from sensitivity issues when I've used whitening products, namely the strips. I felt a little bit better knowing that the product didn't have to sit on my teeth for minutes or hours at a time. In fact using it is as simple as, well…brushing your teeth. [Read more…]
Dental Beauty…For Toddlers!
Beauty starts when you're young, gals. It's true. I am a stickler about healthy teeth and dental care and will raise my wee babelets to be the same way. Through PopSugar and Aquafresh, Elle and I got the opportunity to play with their Training Toothpaste and toothbrush.
And I say "playing" because have you ever tried to stick a toothbrush in a toddler's mouth? It's hard stuff, y'all. Especially when you're dealing with Little Miss Independent. Elle is a lot like me in that she always wants to take control. Even if she doesn't know what she's doing. Haaaa!!!
Hey parental figures, did you know that compared to your tooth enamel, your baby's enamel is 50% thinner? Craziness, right? Since these tiny humans aren't aware of this fact, it is our job to ensure that they not only take it easy on the sweets but that they keep those budding teeth healthy, strong and white. Brushing baby and toddler teeth should happen as soon as their teeth come in. Not only does it get them used to creating healthy habits but it helps their teeth get the best first start. Or so says The little mouth experts ™.
Elle is a big fan of her toothbrush. While she loves nomm'ing on the handle more than anything, I dig how soft the bristles are. The handle is eye-catching enough for even the most distracted toddler and it fits comfortably in her little hands. And she can't get enough of that toothpaste. I also love how the paste is clear and free from random color dyes. Consistency wise, the paste seemed to be perfect for little mouths. A little went a long way and I appreciate that the paste is formula-free. If she could put together a complete sentence, I'm pretty sure Elle would agree that Aquafresh's Training Toothpaste is pretty stellar for a Kid's 1st Toothpaste.
And you know what? I'm a mint girl, myself but I've got to admit, the Apple-Banana flavor isn't half bad. Mamas, papas, Aunts, Uncles, Grams and friends with babes, I'm thinking this toothpaste will be a major hit for the little one in your life. As always, please use product as directed on label.
Disclosure: This post was sponsored by Aquafresh through their partnership with POPSUGAR. While I was compensated by POPSUGAR to write a post about Aquafresh, all opinions are my own.
Colgate Optic White Toothbrush + Whitening Pen
I have always believed that after well polished nails, an outfit is not complete without a gorgeous smile. Thanks to the lovely people at Colgate your smile can become even more radiant. Colgate has introduced the Colgate Optic White Toothbrush + Whitening Pen which makes brushing and whitening a simple step. I was so excited to receive a sample of this!
The toothbrush is designed remove the surface stains from your teeth and the whitening pen contains hydrogen peroxide which helps cleaning beyond surface stains. The whitening pen is right under the toothbrush so it is convenient and you wont have to worry about losing it.
So now the important – question does it work?
YES! I love this toothbrush whitening pen combo. This is the first whitening product I have used that didn't make my teeth feel super sensitive and afraid to eat right after using. The whitening gel is a little gritty at first, but it dries in seconds and your teeth look whiter and brighter.
After using so many whitening strips, mouthwashes, and whitening molds this is the most convenient whitening product that I have ever used. At $14.99 this toothbrush whitening pen combo is available everywhere and a must have in my beauty book.
So…what do you think? Would you use the Colgate Optic White Toothbrush + Whitening Pen to dazzle your smile?
About the Author:
Courtney is the younger sister of Brittany and a 2012 graduate from Florida State University. Courtney loves listening to Katy Perry, nail polish, reading, and a good work-out. She hates peas, lima beans and negativity. She also ate deodorant once because her lovely older sister made her do it. [B's Edit] Follow her on Twitter at @CourtNichelle.
The Time I Made A Mold Of My Teeth…
I've been crazy excited about sharing this with y'all. I've always been pretty serious about dental health but lately, I've gotten a bit well, uh…lazy. I glanced at myself in the mirror some months back, noticed that my usually pretty white smile was just a wee bit dull. Smile Brilliant reached out to me at the perfect time. I got the opportunity to get a custom made tooth mold!
Wait. Did that sound crazy? Because, I felt a bit crazy typing it. By tooth mold I meant "custom fitted whitening trays". Smile Brilliant offers several products but I think their real claim to fame has got to be these things…
Because where else can you find a brand that goes as far as to create a whitening tray for you? It really is the coolest thing. And relatively easy too. You spend spend a few minutes playing scientist, mix some clay, pop 'em in the tray, pop the tray in your mouth, get the mold and mail the mold to Smile Brilliant. In less than 2 weeks, you'll get your trays back and boom, you're ready to get to whitening.
Quick disclaimer, I have had serious issues with whitening products in the past. How do I put this gently? Um…THEY HURT! I'm talkin' I'd rather have a migraine-kinda hurt. I've sworn off of all whitening products but what made me open up to Smile Brilliant is the fact that they have Desensitizing Gel. That's right. A good 15 minutes before application, I can simply use the Desensitizing Gel ahead of time and not have to worry about the pain that comes from teeth whitening.
Also, like a bad blogger, I didn't take before photos. Grrrrr.
How do the molds feel?
Pretty cool, actually. I found them to be comfortable. I was able to talk with them. Ideally, I think they'd be best to use while sleeping, but if you HAD to use them while awake, chances are people will understand what you're saying.
Who are these for?
Anyone with teeth! Seriously. Thanks to genetics and my distaste for coffee, for the most part, my teeth stay pretty white. Overtime, I know that they will dull up a bit and so Smile Brilliant is coming in handy for occasion touch-ups. It is also fantastic for those with yellowing and stained teeth. Don't believe me? Check this out.
Does this kit actually work?
YES! While difficult to notice in my pictures, despite my aggressive flossing (haha, sounds like a band name), I can't seem to whiten up the area between my 2 bottom teeth. Until now. After 2 treatments the Smile Brilliant trays completely whitened up the teeth. Woot!
Okay, B. Sounds good. Is this affordable?
Compared to what your dentist will charge you, this kit is definitely affordable. Keep in mind that it is an investment and getting a mold made ensures that you will be able to use it time after time. The mold plus 1 syringe of whitening gel with run you $89. One syringe will only get you 3 treatments, so I highly recommend getting 6 syringes for $129. Still not bad considering getting this professionally done can cost almost 3x as much.
What is the whitening gel made from?
It is dentist-strength 22% Carbamide Peroxide and comes in 3ml syringes.
I'm a fan and I'm thinking about gifting Esposo with some Smile Brilliant goodies? That isn't bad, is it? Gifting your husband with teeth whitening goodies? Ah well. I am very excited to see what other cool things Smile Brilliant launches in the future. I love brands that stay above the trends.
What do you think? Would you ever try something like this?
Keep Those Teeth Beautiful: Tips for Preventing Tooth Enamel Erosion
Keeping the pout pretty is more than just staying up on the prettiest lip shades. This post is brought to you by Darla Scheidt, the Marketing Director for Grove Dental Associates and she's going to give us the skinny behind a lovely thing called…tooth enamel erosion.
We've been hearing a lot about tooth enamel and what happens when it wears down, or erodes. While most of us are aware of tooth decay, the whole enamel erosion idea has taken some of us by surprise. Though there are many products available to help strengthen tooth enamel, did you know that there are quite a few things that you can do to prevent erosion from happening? Even if you're already seeing signs of tooth enamel erosion, you can still start now to prevent further damage.
Avoid Consuming the Following
There are quite a few things that wear down our tooth enamel and, unfortunately, a lot of them are our favorite foods:
Soft drinks – If it's sweet and has bubbles, it's probably not good for your teeth. The problem isn't just the sugar, it's the acids used in making soda pop. If you must drink it, try to stay away from clear, citrus sodas as they typically have higher acid content than their darker counterparts.
Energy and sports drinks – Though we may need these for a pick-me-up, they are as full of acids as sodas. This includes those energy shots and the drinks that athletes use to replenish electrolytes.
Citrus fruit – This makes sense, as citric acid levels are high in oranges, tangerines, lemons and limes. Don't avoid these completely; rather, try to mix them with other fruits or foods so you can still get the vitamins.
Vinegar – As you may know, vinegar is used as an ingredient in a lot of foods to balance the sweetness since it is acidic. It's so potent that many people use it to clean their homes! Try to avoid foods with a lot of it, such as salad dressing.
Carbohydrates – These aren't only bad for your waist, they're terrible for your teeth! If you eat a lot of refined carbs, you're eating a lot of sugar, which is adept at wrecking your teeth. Try balancing your Pasta Alfredo with a nice salad (minus the vinaigrette dressing!).
There are some other causes of tooth enamel erosion. Try to avoid having dry mouth—if you need to, keep sugarless chewing gum or bottled water on hand. If you grind your teeth in your sleep, you can wear down your enamel. See your dentist because he or she may have a suggestion for a small mouthpiece to keep you from doing this.
Acid reflux disease (GERD) can also cause enamel erosion. If you have this condition, make sure to discuss options with your doctor as it can also cause problems with your esophagus.
What to Do If You've Already Had Enamel Loss
First of all, eliminate as many of the causes of tooth enamel erosion as you can. Quit the sugary foods, sodas and any acidic foods and talk to your doctor about other medical conditions that could affect your enamel.
Using toothpaste with fluoride is good for maintaining and strengthening your enamel, and make sure to floss frequently. There are also products on the market, specifically rinses, that may help strengthen your tooth enamel.
Your dentist may have some suggestions for you, which may include prescription solutions to strengthen your enamel. There may also be some procedures that can help strengthen your teeth.
Bonding is a procedure that has become popular in recent years for cosmetic reasons; it's responsible for many of those bright, white "Hollywood" smiles. The process involves covering your teeth with a substance that strengthens them and prevents further damage, helping you to avoid tooth loss.
Crowns have been around for a long time and will protect from further damage; they may be an option for you if there has been some loss of the bony material of your teeth.
About the author:
Darla Scheidt is the Marketing Director for Grove Dental Associates, a successful multi-office, multi-specialty group dental practice in the Chicago western suburbs. With four offices, over 30 doctors and having been in practice for over 40 years, Grove Dental stays on the cutting edge of dentistry to better serve patients.
4 Reasons to Regularly Get Your Teeth Cleaned
This post is brought to you by Periodontist Dr. Joseph Zelig. Thinking of skipping another regularly scheduled dental cleaning? Think again.Poor oral hygiene can lead to more than just cavities and bad breath. Here are four reasons to keep getting regular teeth cleanings and checkups from your dentist.
Detect Dental Problems Early
As with every aspect of health, early detection is key in treatment. During a teeth cleaning, your dentist will probably check the health of your gums, as well as check your mouth for any signs of oral cancer, diabetes or vitamin deficiencies. Your dentist will also examine your face, bite, saliva and the movement of your lower jaw joints. Your dentist will be able to easily detect any cavities, broken fillings or gum disease—and early detections are key for effective treatment.
Prevent Gum Disease
Periodontal disease, more commonly known as gum disease, is caused by the presence of plaque. Plaque is that colorless, bacteria-filled film that adheres to your teeth, as you probably know. What you may not know is that the bacteria in plaque produces toxins that irritate the gums and cause inflammation, leading to gingivitis. Additionally, if plaque stays on your teeth for too long, it hardens into tartar and becomes increasingly difficult to remove. Regular dental cleanings remove any tartar buildup, preventing inflammation as well as preventing the gum tissues from being destroyed and more advanced stages of gum disease to follow. If most problems go untreated, gum surgery, removal of teeth, and root canals become the only options available. Additionally, gum disease has been linked to heart attacks and strokes recently, so healthy gums and teeth could possibly reduce your risk.
Have a Healthy, Bright, White Smile
Gum disease is one of the leading causes of tooth loss in adults, so regular checkups and cleaning will help you hold on to your teeth as long as possible. Missing teeth are unsightly, and getting fake teeth, crowns or veneers is expensive and inconvenient. Additionally, your dentist can remove tobacco, tea, coffee and other stains from food or the like. Your dentist will also polish your teeth as part of a regular cleaning.
Use Your Dental Insurance Plan
If you have a dental insurance plan, it will usually pay for all or most of the cost of dental cleanings and checkups every six months. It is wise to take advantage of this, as regular checkups and a good bill of oral health prevent costly dental procedures for complicated problems down the road. If your dentist diagnoses any problems in your mouth, he or she will devise a treatment plan that will detail the costs of each required procedure and you will be able to discuss financial arrangements. The overall health benefits from regular teeth cleanings should be enough to convince you to keep up the habit. Additionally, dental studies show that about 85% of people with halitosis have a dental problem that is to blame, so good oral hygiene is essential for fresh breath. To make sure that you are keeping up with good oral hygiene, you better not skip that regularly scheduled cleaning!
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Dr. Joseph Zelig, D.D.S., is a Board Certified Periodontist and a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology. A practicing periodontist, speaker and educator, Dr. Zelig is currently practicing at Smile in the City located in Manhattan, New York.
Want white teeth? Of course you do!
It's confession time. Are you ready for this one? Okay. Here goes. I haven't been to the dentist in over a year. I've always been a stickler about dental health so my not going is like…a big deal. The good news is, I've already set an appointment with my dentist. I know I've got a cavity or two so I'm already prepared to hear the tongue lashing. I got this tube of Colgate Optic White Dual Action toothpaste to review and while my dentist may chew me out over my cavities, she'll be super impressed with my pearly whites.
It's been awhile since I've tried out a new toothpaste so I was excited about this one. Like the original Colgate Optic White, this toothpaste promises to make your whiter in just 1 week. But not only that, it also promises to keep those teeth shiny. Shiny white teeth? Sign me up!
I probably won't ever do professional dental whitening or bleaching (just doesn't seem safe somehow…) so whitening toothpastes are the closest I will get to super white and bright teeth. Colgate's Optic White is one of my favorite on the market because I feel like it keeps my teeth white and freshens my breath. I've tried some of those toothpastes that claim they'll brighten and freshen but they are usually lacking in one of the departments. And I really like the Crystal Mint flavor of this toothpaste. It's refreshing and long-lasting. Ah yessss. Toothpaste rocks.
And like most toothpastes, you can get a tube of this at your local drugstore or at Target or Walmart. If your beautiful smile is in need of some brightenin', I say give this stuff a try.
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Bug with strange red growths found in the sink
After 2.5 inches of rain outside Rotan, the roads were greasy and non-driveable
Entrance to harvester ant mound
Classic harvester ant nest
Typical location of nest, near, on, or abutting the road
Lizard scat
Spotted this little lizard right next to the first ant nest we found
Perfect camo
The lizard spines look like plant spines
Second spotting of lizard scat
Another typical ant nest
Usually the nests are easy to spot
Another harvester nest
Busy ants
Jumbos making mini jumbos
Harvester nest
Nest and foot
Road harvester mound
The ants clear a circle of vegetation and form well-trodden trails to and from the nest that strech as far as 30m from the nest entrance.
Ants bussling in and out. They are busy bringing seeds to the young uns.
Many ants call this mound home
Many nests were in the middle of the tire tracks
Casualties of war. These harvester ants were being eaten by little red ants, right by the nest entrance.
Our second horny toad
He's a handsome fellow
Easy pickings right near the ant nest
Ants and lizard. Yum.
Another view of the lizard
These ants found some fluffy seeds
Getting a better view
Can you spot the lizard?
Up and alert. Notice the black tip to the lizards left horn.
Another ant mound in the road
This stone fly is eating a grasshopper that is almost bigger than it is.
Very classic ant mount. I think that'll do it for ants.
Pretty grasshopper
The bluff we did not descend.
More views of the bluff
Deep, narrow ravine through the soap and gyp stone
Generally poor habitat with little bare ground for lizards or ants
Prickly pear fruit
Deep canyon
Another view of the narrow canyon
Dung beatles making a meal of it.
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Despite getting about 10 hours of sleep over the final four days, Colorado resident Scott Jurek reached the summit of Mount Katahdin on Sunday afternoon to finish the 2,189-mile run from Georgia to Maine in 46 days, eight hours. That bests the previous record held by Jennifer Pharr Davis by three hours.
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I went to my scheduled weekly dr appt today. My blood pressure was high they re checked it and it was normal. I had 1+ on my protein in my urine . Doc said 3+ is when they get concerned. With that being said she went on to say that she will be outof town the week I am due. And although she has no mmedical reason to induce me she wants to check up with me monday about my blood pressure and urine so she can deliver the baby. I will be 39 weeks at that time
I really want to have a vaginal birth and im scared that inducing me may ruin the chances of that. She is a really good doctor has been so far and since im a ftm idk how I feel about some random doc that hasnt seen me at all to deliver my baby.
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Mike Trout: $1 Million for 2014
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The best player in baseball will remain the most underpaid player in baseball, at least for one more season.
Mike Trout, the Los Angeles Angels' 22-year-old outfield prodigy, agreed to a one-year, $1 million contract on Wednesday, likely serving as a precursor to a much larger deal in the near future. Trout, who hit .323 with 27 home runs and 33 stolen bases last season, made $510,000 in 2013. The average major-league salary last season was $3.39 million.
Even though Trout finished second in the American League MVP vote in each of his first two full seasons, the Angels can effectively set his salary until next winter because of rules regarding service time. At that point, Trout will become eligible for arbitration and the massive pay raise that would come with it for a player of his stature.
The $1 million that Trout will earn in 2014 marks the most lucrative contract ever for a pre-arbitration player: Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Ryan Howard received $900,000 in 2007, as did Angels first baseman Albert Pujols in 2003, when he played for the St. Louis Cardinals.
Now the question becomes whether Trout will ever reach arbitration. He and the Angels hope to complete a multiyear extension that would likely begin in 2015.
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I have about 36 hours of screen capture of computer usage for internal training purposes.
It would be very useful if I was able to strip out the sometimes-minutes-long idle periods.
I'd be satisfied with automatically cropping them out, but inserting a transition would be nifty.
Is there an automated tool that can perform this task without me having to go through 36 hours of video?
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Since District 22 students can no longer attend gifted programs outside their district, it's time to learn about what schools they can attend.
On December 11th, the city Department of Education (DOE) will host a Middle School Fair at J.H.S. 278 at 1925 Stuart Street in Marine Park. At the fair, which will run from 5:30-7:30 p.m. and feature a workshop on the admissions process at 6:15 p.m., students and staffers from local middle schools will offer details about their schools and special programs.
The information is vital since this is the first year of a new policy prohibiting School District 22 students from being admitted to District 21 middle schools.
In years past, children attending schools in Districts 20 and 22 were admitted to gifted and talented programs in District 21 because of a 1974 court order meant to desegregate I.S. 239, the Mark Twain School for the Gifted and Talented. The court order applied to all middle schools in District 21, which includes Coney Island and Bensonhurst.
The court order was lifted this year after the parents of an Indian-American girl sued the city because their daughter was denied admission to Mark Twain based on the court order's racial quota system, which held minorities to higher admission standards than white students.
Now, to be admitted to a District 21 school, a child must either reside within the district or attend a school in the district. Mark Twain remains a citywide program, thereby accepting students from throughout the city.
Reaction to the new admissions standards has been mixed.
At last month's meeting of District 21's Community Education Council (CEC), Judy Gerowitz, the district's United Federation of Teachers (UFT) representative, said, "I am very concerned with the loss of students. Our schools are going to be decimated, our classes are going to be eliminated, and there goes jobs."
But Christopher Spinelli, president of the CEC for District 22, said students will now have to consider schools previously overlooked.
"I think this may be a good thing because we have historically lost some of our best students to Districts 20 and 21," Spinelli said. "We've always tried to tell the story of how good the middle schools in District 22 are and statistically, they're head and shoulders above most in the city."
At the Middle School Fair, students and their parents can learn about the specialized programs operating in middle schools in District 22, which includes Mill Basin, Bergen Beach, Manhattan Beach, Marine Park, Gerritsen Beach and parts of Midwood, Flatbush and Sheepshead Bay.
There will also be a Middle School Information Session on December 17th at I.S. 285 at 5909 Beverly Road for Districts 17, 18 and 22. The session will run from 6:30-7:30 p.m.
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Children will love the bright colours and sweet farmyard animal pictures when they put these puzzles together. Each puzzle has two pieces to put together, which are big and easy for little hands to get a grip on.
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So a couple of months ago I followed a recipe for chicken salad that was DELISH and now I have no idea where to find the recipe.
The ingredients included:
chicken, mayo, greek yogurt, tarragon, dijon and maybe bacon but I didn't include it so I'm not sure about that one. I think there was probably celery and apple in it.
I know I should be able to experiment and duplicate it but I tried that and it just wasn't as good. Any ideas? Much appreciated!! Thanks.