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Back-to-School Health Fair shows local commitment to those in need
I appreciate how communities in North Central Washington reach out and help those who are less fortunate among us.
For the second year, Columbia Valley Community Health partnered with United Way, North Central Educational Service District Foundation and local businesses to produce a Back-to-School Health Fair last weekend.
Nearly a thousand backpacks with school supplies were handed out to students from low-income families. After the school supply pickup, students headed to the Columbia Elementary School playground to visit a dozen informational booths set up by CVCH. The kids answered a health-related question to receive a school supply at those booths, according to Marlen Mendez, CVCH's outreach manager. What a great educational opportunity.
Heading the list of community partners were North Cascades National Bank and Sunrise Rotary. Other participants included First United Methodist Church, Office Depot, Ballard Ambulance and Avalon Music.
The caring and compassion toward those who are less fortunate reveals our community's strength of character. People at the lower end of the economic scale have such a tremendous struggle to make ends meet. Helping them out with school supplies for their kids and encouraging them to make healthy choices is a worthy civic investment.
I'm proud to be part of a community that is willing to put on the Back-to-School Health Fair.


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Beginning with Visual C++ .NET 2002, several existing MFC utility classes were rewritten or revised to reduce their dependencies on other MFC classes. These utility classes can now be used in any native C++ project. This section only includes classes that were previously available to MFC projects and have now been shared, plus a few new classes related to the changes in CString. It does not include the ATL classes, which can be used in any native C++ project type by inclusion of the appropriate header.
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Today, my home state of Washington legalizes the recreational use of marijuana. This decision, of course, leads to a host of pastoral questions and issues.
I have been asked these questions for years, as Mars Hill Church has always reached out to a high (pun intended) percentage of single young guys living typical, irresponsible urban lives. These guys are generally not very theological, but curiously they tend to know at least two Bible verses:
"Then God said, 'I give you every seed-bearing plant on the face of the whole earth.'" (Genesis 1:29, NIV)
"Thou shall not judge." (Luke 6:37, otherwise known as the catch-all, in-case-of-guilty-emergency-break-glass verse, paraphrased)
Over the years, my default answer has been Romans 13:1–7, which basically says that believers must submit to the laws of government as long as there is no conflict with the higher laws of God in Scripture. This was a simple way to say "no" to recreational pot smoking.
Now that recreational marijuana use is no longer illegal (according to my state laws, at least), the guiding question is now twofold.
Is using marijuana sinful, or is it wise?
Some things are neither illegal (forbidden by government in laws) nor sinful (forbidden by God in Scripture), but they are unwise. For example, eating a cereal box instead of the food it contains is not illegal or sinful—it's just foolish. This explains why the Bible speaks not only of sin, but also of folly, particularly in places such as the book of Proverbs. There are innumerable things that won't get you arrested or brought under church discipline, but they are just foolish and unwise—the kinds of things people often refer to by saying, "That's just stupid."
Full Disclosure
I have smoked pot as many times as I have been pregnant. I grew up next to the Sea-Tac airport before the area was incorporated as a city. Practically, this meant there was no local law enforcement. Drug deals took place openly and frequently on Pacific Highway South, which was also legendary for brazen prostitution. I grew up in a home where my then-Catholic parents warned my four siblings and me about drug use. I had many friends who ranged from recreational drug users to addicts. I saw drugs used in front of me numerous times. I even buried one friend who overdosed as a teen. However, by God's grace, I have never touched any drug of any kind, including marijuana. I have never even taken a puff of a cigarette, though I did try one Cuban cigar over a decade ago while in the Bahamas. That's the sum total of my entire life's smoking experience.
Simply put, my view of recreational marijuana use is not motivated by guilt from my past or present, nor do I have any desire to partake in the future. I have never smoked weed, I will never smoke weed, and I will strongly urge our five children to never smoke weed. As a pastor, I would never encourage anyone to smoke weed recreationally. (Medicinal use is another matter, which we'll deal with later in this article.)
Pot as Self-Medication
As a pastor, I would never encourage anyone to smoke weed recreationally.
Furthermore, as a pastor I have noticed that people tend to stop maturing when they start self-medicating. Everyone has very tough seasons in life, but by persevering through them we have an opportunity to mature and grow as people. Those who self-medicate with drugs and/or alcohol (as well as other things) often thwart maturity as they escape the tough seasons of life rather than face them. This explains why some people can be biologically much older than they are emotionally and spiritually.
Childish Ways
Practically, what also concerns me is the fact that young men are the most likely to smoke weed and, by seemingly all measurable variables, are immature, irresponsible and getting worse.
Young men are less likely than their female peers to attend college, work a job or attend church. For the first time in America's history, the majority of births to women under the age of 30 are now out of wedlock—meaning the majority of those kids have no experience of their father ever being married to their mother.
Paul's words in 1 Corinthians 13:11 are timely: "When I was a child, I spoke like a child, I thought like a child, I reasoned like a child. When I became a man, I gave up childish ways." There is nothing wrong with being a boy, so long as you are a boy. But when a man acts like a boy, that's a real problem. A recent article even noted that young men are now less likely than ever to own a car, as taking public transportation allows them to use their smartphone more hours every day playing video games and downloading porn. The last thing these guys need is to get high, be less motivated and less productive; instead, they need to "act like men, [and] be strong" (1 Corinthians 16:13).
The last thing these guys need is to get high, be less motivated and less productive.
Other Considerations
Also, many will attempt to treat marijuana usage as analogous to alcohol. But while the Bible does speak of alcohol, it never mentions marijuana, which means the issue requires a great deal of consideration before arriving at a thoughtful Christian position.
All that said, I hope this helps Christians think through the matter of marijuana in an informed way. It is by no means meant to serve as a definitive word on the subject, nor are these thoughts meant to be comprehensive, or even unchangeable. I have a lot to learn and consider on these issues, and along with many fellow Christian leaders am seeking to develop thoughtful and helpful answers to these questions. I want to thank in advance those who will contribute to the conversation so that we can all become more informed and better counselors by God's grace, for God's glory, and for the good of God's people.
Originally posted at The Resurgence, as excerpted from Mark Driscoll's free ebook Puff or Pass: Should Christians Smoke Pot or Not?
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Interesting article, and I think I have a valuable personal opinion on the matter that I'd like to share.
I smoked weed for the first time when I was 13, and I thought it was great. I continued smoking weed, just about every single day (with some exceptions during pregnancy) until relatively recently. I think the two Bible verses about seed-bearing plants and judging others are funny because those are the same two verses I would have relied on if someone was going to tell me my actions were unsavory.
Fact is, at some point in my life, it stopped being a recreational thing and became a dependency. California's legalized medical use (which is REALLY easy to get, btw) only enabled me further. Eventually, I became a full-blown addict. [yes, you can be addicted to weed, contrary to what most stoners will tell you]
Then some months back I got tired of being stuck in my life. I could NOT make progress no matter how hard I tried. I simply could not improve my relationships, finances, or personal growth any longer. I was at a dead stop. I eventually got sick of it and started asking God for help every single day through prayer. I would be praying and praying and praying, and would hear a little voice "You have to quit smoking weed Danielle" and I would be like "SHUT UP! Can't you see I'm talking to God? geez..." and go back to my prayers. Same voice, same sentence, same reaction - day in and day out - for weeks and weeks.
Then one day I realized that little voice WAS God. It was the answer to my "what else can I do? wah wah wah...why can't I get out of this rut? wah wah wah...I am so tired of living this life...wah wah wah..." QUIT SMOKING WEED, DANIELLE! And oh man...when I realized that voice was God answering all my redundant questions, I threw a childish fit. I started crying, trying to rationalize my choices, fighting tooth and nail about how absolutely valid and respectable my daily weed-smoking was. I threw this stupid tantrum for a good couple hours, but finally I gave in. So I did not smoke weed that day. And I did not smoke weed the next day, and I have not smoked weed since.
On my second day of not getting stoned, the 'likes' on my Facebook business page more than doubled, and my reach extended by 2000-and-something percent. I was floored.
And then, as if dominoes in my life were set-up just waiting for that initially tip, everything began transforming. I actually connected with my husband, rather than just passing a pipe back and forth. I got baptized as an adult. The lead pastor at church re-tweeted my blog entry and I got more traffic than I'd ever seen on there in the two years it had existed. My mom suddenly wanted to hangout with me again. My dad paid off my school payment plan. People started calling back about the part-time job applications I was submitting. My money stayed in my wallet. My friends and colleagues began declaring this respect and admiration that I'd never heard from them before. And perhaps the greatest thing of all is that my heart changed. My priorities shifted and my daily activities became centered on God and my relationship with Jesus. THINGS CHANGED...for the first time in freaking YEARS, things finally began to change.
And they're still changing, still getting better. I don't wake-up thinking about how much pot I have left or when I need to go to the clinic again. I spend my time studying the Bible and working to finish school, watching my kids play, making love to my husband, planning my future.
This one simple change, the one thing the little voice was telling me to do, changed everything. It transformed every aspect of my life. And it taught me something about Jesus-followers smoking weed...
Jesus endured more stress in his last days on Earth than I have ever dealt with or likely ever will deal with, but he did not smoke weed in order to get through it. He prayed, he cried, he called out to the Father, but he did not rely on a substance, earthly or natural as it may have been, to face his fate. And if my aim is to be as Christ-like as I can be, then I too must choose the faithful way of facing problems. Whether the problem is stress, frustration, sadness, or even boredom...to be like Jesus (which I think is the greatest aim of any Follower) we have to choose like Jesus would choose; not as faulty, sinful humans so often do.
Isn't is written that what you ask for IN FAITH will be given. Not what you ask for in a cloud of smoke, not what you ask for over a glass of wine, not what you ask for while telling your 'little voice' to shut up...but what you ask for IN FAITH will be given.
Choosing to release the use of weed and replace that dependency with faith in my God transformed me. And so I have determined that simply put: No, Christians should not smoke weed. Recreationally for sure. Medicinally is another topic, and one that I will not involve myself with because my feigned "anxiety" was not a medical need. So I cannot speak for a cancer patient or someone who may be truly helped by the practice. But a follower of Christ can choose better than that, can use their money better than that, and can engage with the beauty of all creation better than that.
This is totally out there for me, but here goes. I suffer from a pain disorder. I take pain medication daily, but because I have ER type reactions to most pain medication I am left taking the not as effective versions. If pot were legalized in my state for medical use, I would SERIOUSLY consider using it as a pain medication in pill form. The lack of side effects alone would make it a million times better than the ones I'm on, and there is really no difference mentally. As it is I only take 1 certain one at night because I get loopy and can't drive while on it. I may as well exchange that one for something less harmful to my body.
Rant over. Don't judge. Please.
Can't believe I just said that out loud, but I did.
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This is a very interesting question, and I applaud Mark for taking it up.
However, the response, like most of what Mark Driscoll writes and believes, is clunky and reveals the incredibly pietistic nature of his theology. It stems from a view of the Christian based on what one DOES instead of what one BELIEVES.
His challenge against the cultural practice of avoidance and self-medication/escapism is well-founded, though. The Bible frequently explains that the life of the Christian is not absent of pain and suffering (Matthew 16:24 "Then Jesus told his disciples, "If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me."). And our culture continues to develop method after method of avoiding it. Either we don't want to talk about it, don't want to think about it, or we become obsessed with the idea of transforming society with a mind of eliminating it. The caricature he uses and the basis of argumentation operate pretty heavy-handed with Scripture and deny the vast spectrum in which this phenomenon plays out in American culture. That doesn't make his point wrong ... just clumsily (and irresponsibly?) argued.
The question of sinfulness is fair to ask, but not so easy to answer. The criticism raised by individuals here that condemnation of the practice runs the danger of being controlled more by cultural views and stereotypes than Biblical teaching is well-founded. So much of American Christian teaching has been wrapped up in the goals of the state and it's teaching, and this presents a golden opportunity to continue that practice by seeking to connect America's War on Drugs with God's command. As such, we must be careful.
However, it's also fair to ask the question about what God's Word says about such practices. There are certainly various ways that I think one could approach it. Driscoll's approach, lumping it with America's desire to self-medicate and avoid suffering, is fair and Scripture certainly has much to say in that regard.
The drunkenness argument has also been brought up and certainly warrants comparison. If one can abuse alcohol, how might one abuse marijuana? Or to pose it the other way, how might one use it responsibly?
Another way of looking at it might come from Paul's discussion Romans 13 regarding how one's actions might influence others. In verse 14, he writes, "I know and am persuaded in the Lord Jesus that nothing is unclean in itself." As such, we should regard marijuana in a similar light. As part of the freedom from the law that we have received in Christ, we are confident that such practices, in and of themselves, do nothing to jeopardize our standing with God (this doesn't mean that motivations connected to it may not, but the practice by itself does not).
However, as Christians, Paul has given us another means for scrutiny. Even as he is convinced that nothing is unclean, he contends that "it is unclean for anyone who thinks it unclean." So the Christian who seeks to do such things no longer has only himself to consider, but those around him and what they might think about faith and God because of his actions.
Paul continues in verse 15, "For if your brother is grieved by what you eat, you are no longer walking in love. By what you eat, do not destroy the one for whom Christ died." With the changing of civil laws, the Christian may be freed to engage in recreational marijuana use, even as an exercise of his Christian freedom. However, if such a practice, which is in NO way essential for a saving faith and sound understanding of God's grace for sinners, makes it difficult for others FOR WHOM CHRIST DIED to come to faith ... then the motivation of love toward the brother should trump the desire to use it. And if a Christian is unwilling to concede to this reality about our calling (in other words, desiring marijuana over and against the faith of a fellow in Christ), then there may very well be other reasons to consider abstaining from the practice.
Whether or not our choices are legal, we should, as the article discusses, focus on their morality, considering the impacts of the demand we are creating.
My food isn't always environmentally responsible and many of the goods I consume are products of sweatshop labor. I'm trying to be a more conscientious consumer and the first step towards that is recognizing where our demand is negatively effecting others. The second is a willingness to go without.
Most of us are aware of the incredible violence in our southern neighbor but fail to connect the Mexican Drug Wars and gang violence to Americans' demand for drugs.
First, although it is widely recognized that Romans 13 talks about politics and that we, as Christians, should submit to our government, there is also a group (Douglas Campbell, me, etc) that believe that Paul was using sarcasm while showing "support" for the Roman government as a way to hide the fact that Christian's and their beliefs actually supplant the authority of Caesar and the Roman gods. Its like subliminal messaging.
Second, I would have a appreciated a citation to the "recent article" that says them young boys (men) are choosing to not buy cars so that they can spend their time riding public transportation so they have more time to play video game and download porn. For one, I highly doubt that these young men are downloading porn onto their phones on public transportation. I also am skeptical that young men are choosing public transportation over having a car, unless of course they come from impoverished neighborhoods and are minorities.
This article and its issues are highly racial issues and those issues are masked by his talk about boys and men. Substance use is not simply a choice between right and wrong. There is a culture that does advocate for people to use substances for enjoyment and to escape life's problems, but unfortunately some people are left to deal with real addiction, which is a treatable medical condition, not a sin.
I hadn't planned on it, but it also comes to mind because of his reference to 1st Corinthians about Paul growing from childish ways and becoming a "man." I don't think Paul ould necessarily equate his "manhood" with his being a good Christian because when Paul was an adult man, he was still persecuting Christians.
Of course, all of my points are remiss if we are reading the bible the the lens that Driscoll does which requires a literal, sola scriptura reading, that raises scripture to the status of idol.
So much written, when we know in our hearts what is right. We belong to christ, we are not our own anymore. Every decision i make in life must be guided by at least these three questions: will i glorify God, will i know Christ better, will i become like Christ. Christ modeled above all else obedience to the father, he wanted his will to match the father. Are we doing the same, glorifying and exalting Christ? Recreational use of marijuana is all about the "me" and we know it. The topic needs no discussion, we are not moving closer to Christ being recreationally high, drunk or stoned.
I agree with some parts of this article but when he writes..
'A recent article even noted that young men are now less likely than ever to own a car, as taking public transportation allows them to use their smartphone more hours every day playing video games and downloading porn.'
I've never owned a Car. I've also always taken public transportation (to my job which I use to provide for me, my wife and support the ministries I'm involved with in my spare time). I resent Mark's narrow cultural mindset which he slips in between quoting bible passages which betrays the real tone of his article here. That now its 'legal' its about matching up to his particular flavour of what it means to be a man.
Like Mark I grew up in an environment where drugs were relatively common, especially pot, like Mark I never got involved in it. People have to come to their own conclusions about this and in the Christian worldview we too often co-opt into whats 'legal' and whats not. Their will be a massive spectrum of responses to this change in law and we can't expect every Christian to have the same perspective.
What Mark said is nothing but his own opinion rather than something rooted in scripture. I don't intend to ever smoke pot but this article is all sorts of wrong.


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Quarter Horse/other? Jumping ability? http://i37.tinypic.com/ibjcjn.jpgI have a 9/10 year old quarter horse gelding. He is 15.3 and he recently just went to his first show in walk trot. He is not registered so I am not certain if he is true quarter horse. His previous owner said he was good on trail, but he is a nighmare! So i was thinking she could have lied about anything else? ( trail isnt a big deal because I didnt buy him for that anyway, but I would have liked a break from the arena :/ ) I was wondering if he could be a mix of anyother breed, and could possibly have the jumping ability to be in hunters. On the flat and over fences. I am recently jumping him 1'6 but he has gone higher but for right now he is still green over fences. He pops over them and sumtimes rushes. By the pictures, do you think he could make it in the hunters? I only wanted to show him 2'feet at local schooling shows and the local tristate. any sugestions? http://img440.imageshack.us/img440/8638/picture084n.jpg |
I do not see any photos. There are lots of very fancy hunter/jumpers that are QHs so him actually being a QH does not make him not a good candidate. Edit to add - I can now see one under saddle photo. I am sure if he enjoys it you will do fine doing 2' local show level stuff. |
http://i35.tinypic.com/25ezkue.jpgthe this picture is more for breed. just to see if he looks like anyother breed http://i38.tinypic.com/10fbyo7.jpg this is more for confirmation |
He definitely looks like he could be appendix quarter horse which is a thoroughbred/QH mix. I think he would do great in other disciplines! |
thank you :) i was thinking that because he is not very stocky, and his head and face are longer than a pur quarter horse. i have a better picture that someone thought he was a warmblood. i will put that up. |
here it is :) http://i38.tinypic.com/6jneyh.jpg |
Im no help.. But thats one stunning horse :D Im sure he could do hunters as he looks like he's got good jumper potential |
Most horse are capable of jumping 2 foot. From the pics he needs to learn to carry himself a little longer/lower and on the bit to pin well. With more undersaddle time I'm sure he will make a great local hunter. Work on a lot of flat work and your courses will come together. QH these days come in all shapes depending on what they were bred for. He does have a "stock horse" hind end... might be a QH/TB or even a QH/Morgan. Grade horses are just as good as registered. |
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What Would You Do at Home If ... Fun Deck
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This colorful, educational social skills App for the iPhone®, iPad®, and iPod touch® has all 56 illustrated picture flash cards (plus audio of each card text) from the What Would You Do at Home If … Fun Deck® by Super Duper® Publications. Select the cards you want students to see, and have them work on solving problems and practicing good social skills as they discuss situations in and around home. The prompts include questions like, "What would you do if … you accidentally knocked over your chocolate milk?" and, "What would you do if … you were doing homework in the family room, and your sister turned on the TV?"
This App is simple to use — each student looks at an illustration, and either reads the prompt or touches the screen to listen to the prompt. The student then gives a verbal response. After each answer, tap the green (correct) or red (incorrect) button to score the student's verbal response. Move to the next card by sliding the card currently on the display screen to the side. To move to the next player, tap the bar at the top of the screen and select a name. You can also advance cards and players automatically by selecting the Auto-Advance option in the Game Options menu. You can leave a game temporarily and return to it later by selecting Pause Game from the menu. To return to the game, select Continue Game from the main menu. When you finish, view the results in a graph, and print or email your data.
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Trayvon Martin: Protests at George Zimmerman verdict
15 July 2013 Last updated at 02:02 BST
Protests over the not guilty verdict for a man accused of killing an unarmed black teenager in Florida are taking place across the US.
Lawyers for George Zimmerman, 29, successfully argued that he was acting in self-defence when he shot and killed 17-year-old Trayvon Martin.
The case has sparked a fierce debate about race relations in the country.
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Apr 19,2011
8.18 Quiet Little Voices Reaction
Posted by Amy with 61 Comments
First of all, CONGRATULATIONS to Nathan and Haley! We have a little Lydia! Was she not adorable??
And I want to be saying congratulations to Brooke and Julian but oh my, what a sad note to end this episode on. I wanted to come out feeling extraordinarily happy for little Lydia but I have to say it was overshadowed by the loss for Brooke and Julian. And not saying it shouldn't be a big deal. They both should be a big deal but I'm afraid Lydia's moment got stolen. Heck, we didn't even get to see Nathan with the baby!
I don't have all bad things to say. Austin did a great job directing. That shot of Brooke and Julian upset with Nathan in the background was heart-wrenching. Brooke going in and having to hold Lydia was heart-wrenching.
I also enjoyed the mesh of flashbacks but I have to say, by the end it was a tad too much for my taste. It seemed there was more time spent in the past than in the present and while I like the past much better, it only made the present look that much worse. Sorry to be harsh but I think by the end I was itching for old scenes to get through just so we could move on with current time. BUT I did especially enjoy seeing Nathan being so vulnerable with Haley back in the day and the scene with Dan made me want more Evil Dan!
The cracker scene was hilarious and I really hope to see outtakes of that on the DVD. Clay had perfected the art of spraying cracker while talking.
I enjoyed Jamie's voiceovers and loved Haley's at the end even more.
I do have one more nitpick…not a fan of "Lydia Bob". Haley Bob rolls off your tongue but Lydia Bob feels hokey to me.
Music was outstanding this episode. I wanted to buy every song. Well done, Lindsay Wolfington.
All in all, a good episode. It will be interesting to see what happens with Brooke and Julian as well as watching the Scott family adjust to a new little one. And it looks like there is going to finally be some drama surrounding the car accident.
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Oh how I adore ms. harvey. I can't wait for this record. Good call, Jeff.
Ditto the JBoh.
Thanks for this!! I'm giddy about this album! Some my not like her but for those of us that love her, it's like getting a long overdue shot of crack. Hopefully this fix will hold until the album drops...
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I get my groceries from Fresh Direct. For the uninitiated, Fresh Direct is a full service online supermarket that delivers. This is especially important in New York, where car-less apartment dwellers struggle to transport a week's worth of groceries from the store to the home. Before Fresh Direct, I had to either make multiple trips to the food store every week or suffer through two days of claw hands as I struggled to carry 20 plastic bags worth of groceries 5 blocks home. Now, my hands are healthy, my cupboards are full and my mind is at ease. Almost.
You know how sometimes you order stuff online but when the delivery comes, an item or two are missing. The exact opposite happens with Fresh Direct. Almost every time I order, something extra shows up in the boxes. Most of the time, I'm happy to get something extra, whether it be a 5th container of yogurt, when I only ordered 4, or a box of exciting cookies I've never tried before.
My most recent order, though, including 2 zucchinis.
Zucchinis are duplicitous jerks. They look like delicious cucumbers, but are smaller and softer and, instead of adding a pleasant crunch to your salad or sandwich, they add an annoying mush to your meal. Zucchini is the worst vegetable.
What is the best? I'm glad you asked. Here is the top 5.
5. Cucumber: As I stated previously, cucumbers make things snappier. They are perfect in salads and are a nice touch on subway subs or, if you are female or British, make for lovely finger sandwiches.
4. Tomatoes: More specifically, grape tomatoes. No need to slice, chop or julian. Just take a handful out of the carton, wash and eat. Added bonus: No refrigeration necessary!
3. Carrots: Here's an interesting fact about carrots (one of many, I'm sure.) You know how your mom and doctor and teachers always told you that carrots are good for your eyes? It's complete bullshit. That was a myth invented by the British in World War II, as a way of covering up the fact that they were using radar. When reporters asked how the British Air Force was so successful at targeting enemy air and sea craft, military leaders told them that the pilots ate carrots in order to strengthen their eyesight. It has absolutely no basis in fact.
2. Arugula: It's like lettuce dipped in butter. This leafy guy should be the base ingredient in all salads moving forward. Please take note.
1. Broccoli: Raw, it is crispy and dippable. Cooked, it blends in perfectly with every other food. Covered in cheese whiz, it's a delicious snack. When mixed with heavy cream and boiled, it is the BEST SOUP EVER. (Ed. note: I do not know if this is actually how you make cream of broccoli soup. Seems right, though.)
Sports Illustrated: May 16th, 2011
-The piece about head injuries in sports brought to mind the controversy over vaccinations, and their tenuous and ultimately incorrect link to autism. One one side, you have a group of people clawing for an explanation and a group of well intentioned scientists trying to provide them with on. On the other, you have experts who are trying to explain that there are no easy answers.
-Kostya Kennedy just wrote a book about Joe DiMaggio's hitting streak. It is in his best interests to make sure that Joltin Joe's mark continues to be held in high regard. If that means he has to tear down the degree of difficulty of any current or future player who may approach DiMaggio's mark, then so be it.
-A number of our readers are University of Maryland alumni. On the day he announced his retirement, a discussion began about his impact on the program and what direction it will take in the future. This discussion came to a screeching halt when I made an absolutely tasteless and truly inappropriate AIDS joke. IT WAS HILARIOUS. Commenter BHersk followed up with a great line about combining HIV tests until you get a score you're comfortable with.
It's A Mav, Mav Mav, Mav World by Lee Jenkins
Kudos to Lee Jenkins for actually writing about the team that won this series and not the guys who got swept. It seemed as though the entire sports media tripped over itself to declare the Lakers dead. Meanwhile, the Mavs are somehow flying under the radar, right into the Western conference finals. Although, I'm a bit worried about the way they reacted to the win. Beating the Lakers is nice, but you're only halfway there.
Chance Meeting by Tim Layden
I would rather be anally raped by the corpse of John Wayne than read an article about horse racing.
(ATTN JOHN WAYNE'S CORPSE: call me!)
The Brain That Saved Tampa Bay by Austin Murphy
These are the types of articles that make Sports Illustrated such a great magazine. Here's a profile of an interesting and relatively unknown sports figure who is right on the cusp of gaining widespread attention. One thing they didn't seem to make a note of, though, is the fact that Guy Boucher seems to collect coaches. Almost every time they quoted someone from his past, it was then revealed that the speaker now works for the Lightning. Loyalty seems like a character trait worth highlighting.
The Men Who Pitch Forever by Ben Reiter
I did not expect this article to take a tragic turn, so the end certainly caught me by surprise. But I will not let that overshadow the other observations I had, earlier in the piece. First of all, this stat:
Of baseball's top 30 alltime OPS leaders 15 are lefthanders or switch-hitters who were more productive from the left side, including the top four of Babe Ruth, Ted Williams, Lou Gehrig and Barry Bonds.
Doesn't this mean that of baseball's top 30 alltime OPS leaders, 15 are also righthanders or switchhitters who were more productive from the right side? So, the stat completely cancels itself out.
Now, look at the pictures of both Rhodes and Oliver through the years. What's the first thing you notice? Neither man has aged a day since his rookie year. (I am aware of the saying "Black don't crack," but I am even more acutely aware of the saying, "White don't make rhymes that could potentially invite bodily harm or accusations of racism," so I will not be using the aforementioned saying.)
Recruiter by Bruce Schoenfeld
I felt like I needed to take a shower after reading this article. Recruiting is such a scummy business. These guys stand there, hoping a 15 year old boy spots them across a crowded gym. The only thing that would make it creepier is having the song "Endless Love" playing in the background. Also, the kid they talk about in the opening paragraph is described as "home schooled." Later, he plays in his first high school basketball game. How does that work? Does he play one on one against other weirdos and religious zealots?
POINT AFTER by Joe Posnanski
The death of Seve Ballesteros is one of those events that comes along every now and again, when I find out, after the fact, that someone I had barely heard of was actually really important. I find I'm enjoying learning about his career. It's just a shame that he had to die in order for me to do it.


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Canada Day with the nation's finest
by Staff Writer / Edmonton OilersStreet hockey proved to a popular event during the Canada Day celebration at the Edmonton Garrison.
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Crowds throughout the day were entertained by musical acts, military fly overs, kids activities and much more.
The Oilers arrived with their Big Rig, street hockey setup, Oilers Fanboni, video games and lots of giveaways. Members of the Oilers Octane also made an appearance in the afternoon and were busy talking with fans and posing for photographs.
"The Edmonton Oilers and the Canadian Military have always shared a special relationship," stated Trevor Murphy, Director of Community and Consumer Partnerships for the Edmonton Oilers. "These men and women do so many wonderful things for our country and we are pleased to celebrate Canada Day with them."


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To date, Cupron® has 4 registrations with the EPA that permit the use of Cupron® Technology across all consumer applications. Currently these registrations permit anti-odor, product protection, and 3 public health claims: anti-dustmite, specific anti-fungal and antibacterial efficacy that relates to solid surfaces. Cupron® also has an FDA listing for Cupron Enhanced anti-odor hospital bed linens and a European CE Mark for the use of a Cupron Enhanced anti-viral mask effective against H1N1 and avian influenza viruses.
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Grenson Smith Chukka. Dark Oak suede. Leather sole. 11/12. Mint! $200
Edward Green Asquith. 888. Dark Oak Antique. 11.5/12. BRAND NEW. $850
All boxes, bags, shipped worldwide.
Will consider trades with Vass on U-Last and Edward Green Newmarkets.
So, not much trade interest in the suede Aldens. I've put them up on eBay if anyone is interested in a deal.
11.5D Alden Snuff Suede PTB's. Fully leather lined, bought from Leather Soul.
Sad to see them go, but it's either them or my pinkie toes.
Have a pair of Merlot/Burgundy AE Sandfords if anyone is interested. Would be open to trades as well. Nice shoes, but not the fit I want.
Just put up a few pairs of shoes in the classifieds.
Just posted two shoes on eBay. You're probably familiar with the alden loafers, but the semi brogue and really unique.
I have a pair of Mark McNairy made in Maine, mink-lined, brown, wedge soled boots. The mink lining makes these very an awesome fall/winter option, and their suitability for the current season(s) is furthered by the sturdy leather and wedge sole.
I am looking to sell or trade them for Yuketen/OSB/Quoddy style shoes (not boots) or an Alden type slightly dressier boot (I have another pair of boots in this style and just don't need the McNairy's).
I am also open to offers to buy them, retail is $550 new. They have been worn 2x, once around the house to test fit and the second time outdoors. I am happy to provide pics upon request.
Stock photos:
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Last Friday, I announced my proposal to form a City Budget Office, moving financial planning staff out of the Bureau of Financial Services where they are now housed within the Office of Management and Finance. As I noted in this post, this is a significant change to the City's internal structure, and as such deserves thoughtful and inclusive consideration.
I am thrilled with the level of interest in this proposal since Friday. As I hoped, putting it on the Council Agenda has attracted more community members into the review and discussion of the problems and proposed solutions. Some Portlanders want more information about what I have proposed, others have suggestions for alternative mechanisms to achieve the goals of transparency, accountability, and improving good governance within the commission structure of Council. I have heard support for the concept both inside City Hall and from others, like this Oregonian Editorial. I have also listened to folks who want more time and details prior to full Council review and decision-making.
To summarize, the proposal would move 12 staff out of the Bureau of Financial Services in the Office of Management and Finance, and assign them to work within Financial Planning's existing $1.7m budget to form a new City Budget Office, directly accountable to all elected officials.
The remaining 646 staff, five bureaus, and $449 million budget for administrative functions of the City would continue to be under the direction of the Chief Administrative Officer in the Office of Management and Finance.
Instead of holding the public hearing on Wednesday with brief testimony from citizens, I asked for the item to be returned to my office, so that more Portlanders have time to consider it and have opportunities to give meaningful input and discussion. Office of Management and Finance Director Jack Graham will work with me so that we can make the best decisions concerning this new proposal, as we move forward together.
To receive email notification of public meetings and ways to give/receive input on this project, please contact Tim Crail at 503-823-3988.


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Quote from: Sweet Tooth on Dec 08, 2012, 06:57:35 PMGlad your going to be able to hop on your bike again for work next week If everything goes well. In a way this is kind of like plumbing and I hate plumbing.
Glad your going to be able to hop on your bike again for work next week
Glad you got it done. And glad we could all help out in some small way.Just don't forget to dump the brake fluid back into an old container and get it out of the beer bottle. A beer can or bottle used for something other than what it was designed for brings back some not so precious memories of my friends dad. We all called him Pop. He always treated us like his own kids! Thinking about this, it was his own fault!!! It seemed like every Friday and Saturday night we would all get together, build something, and consume lots of our favorite beverage (Schlitz Beer). As the night grew longer, ole Pop would start snatching the closest beer around, and suck it dry. If you didn't pay attention where you set yours down? It was gone!! Ole Pop the beer guzzler was at work thinking this was funny? Naturally we didn't see the humor in any of this! That is until he got a big mouth full of chewing tobacco spit from a Schlitz beer container someone used as a spit can! I never realised a person could turn that many shades of green? The even funnier thing was. Rumor had it that it was my spit can? All I will say about the matter is.............. I don't recall!
Way to go, Dan. Do me a favor and cut that foil shield off.
Dan, congratulations on getting it fixed and adding to your knowledge base. Looking forward to seeing how it works out going to work today. Think you will have a little better ride than if you were here (-7 degrees right now and snow and ice on the roads). By the way, before I put a cover over that foil, I just taped off around it and spray painted it matte black. It just sort of disappeared. Might try that.


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Enganda zahiga = The tribes are competing for power
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Neighbouring crane driver: 'Big fireball went up'
16 January 2013 Last updated at 13:14 GMT
Two people have been killed and nine injured when a helicopter crashed into a crane in central London in misty conditions.
Police said it appeared the helicopter had hit the crane on top a tower development at St George Wharf, beside the river Thames near Battersea.
The BBC spoke to a crane driver who was working on another crane nearby when the crash happened.


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This market is poppin'! Homes are selling like hotcakes. But nothing is more disappointing than to find the home of your dreams, quickly write an offer, get your hopes up; only to find out the home is already pending. Many people are amazed at finding how difficult it is to get offers accepted with the current market situation.
The biggest contributors to our sticky market are a 1-month supply of homes, low interest rates, historically low interest rates, 80 percent of the population being able to afford a median priced home, and 86 percent of 18- to 34-year-olds wanting to purchase a home.
Any one of the above is enough to fuel a seller's market and push prices up but combine them all together in the same selling season and buyers find themselves in one of the toughest bidding war markets around.
So how can buyers win a bidding war without overpaying? Here are a few items to consider:
- Work with an area agent that knows the area. Working with an agent that is up to date on area market price is one of the single best things a buyer can do.
- Be realistic with price. Now that things have heated up, make sure your initial bid isn't insulting.
- Pick your "Walkaway Number" – and stick with it. Don't get carried away by a frenzied bidding war. It's easy to get carried away. Pick a number at the beginning of your search that is an absolute maximum and don't stray from it.
- Be flexible with other terms. While price may be what matters most to a seller, being flexible on other selling conditions can set your offer apart. Let the seller know if you are open to discussing closing dates, moving arrangements, or offering a "rent back".
- Don't dawdle. Homes are selling within days of hitting the market so make sure you are ready to write up the offer once you find a home you like. Previously buyers could take their time and mull it over. Nowadays if a buyer takes too long they will find the home slipping through their grasp and already sold.
- Connect with the sellers. Write a letter introducing yourself to the seller and make a personal appeal for the home. Offers often look the same on paper, however this tactic helps to "humanize" the offer and set you apart.
Sheri Aguilar is the president of the Lodi Association of Realtors and can be reached at email@example.com


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Hello All, A search of Deja News turned up the very problem I need help on, but I couldn't find any response to it. The original posting is copied below. " Hi MathGroup !! I believe there is a Bug in the TableForm/MatrixForm when using the option TableDirections. In the Mathematica Book section 2.8.8. we have the example TableForm[ { {a, a, a}, {b, b} } ] which is essentially the same as TableForm[ {{a, a, a}, {b, b} }, TableDirections -> Column ] The result is a a a b b which is fine. But when I write TableForm[ {{a, a, a}, {b, b} }, TableDirections -> Row ] I don't get the output I expected a b a b a Instead I get the same output as before with the following error massage Thread::"tdlen": "Objects of unequal length in OutputFormsDump`HoldList[OutputFormsDump`HoldList [a, a, a], <<1>>] cannot be combined." Any comments ?!? Greetings Drago Ganic" Thanks for any help. Steve


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Kingdom: Animalia Phylum: Chordata Class: MammaliaOrder: CetaceaFamily: Balaenidae Genus/Species: Eubalaena glacialisCommon Name: North Atlantic right whale
Federal Status: EndangeredFL Status: Federally-designated EndangeredFNAI Ranks: Not rankedIUCN Status: EN (Endangered)
The North Atlantic right whale is a dark gray or black whale that can reach a length of 55 feet (16.8 meters) and a weight of 110,000 pounds (49,895 kilograms). Calves (offspring) can reach a length of 15 feet (4.6 meters) and a weight up to 2,000 pounds (907.2 kilograms). The right whale lacks a dorsal (back) fin, leaving a large flat back. The North Atlantic right whale has callosities (bumps) on its head (appears white due to the white lice that convene on it), two rows of 225 baleen (filter) plates on the top jaw, and a broad rigged tail with smooth edges (National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration, n.d.).
The right whale is a filter feeder and primarily feeds on calanoid copepods – a type of zooplankton (NMFS 2005). It also feeds on small crustaceans and the larva of barnacles (National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration, n.d.).
North Atlantic right whales are polygamous breeders (a female mates with more than one male), and permanent bonds are not formed between breeding pairs. Females give birth to approximately one calf every three years between the months of December and March off the Atlantic Coast of Florida and Georgia (NMFS 2005). Females do not feed while in the breeding areas off the Georgia and Florida Atlantic coasts. The gestation (pregnancy) period is 12 months, with the calves weaned by the end of their first year (National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration, n.d.).
Historically, right whales were hunted to near extinction. They were given the name "right whale" by fishermen because they were the easiest whales to catch because they swim slowly, float when dead, and they contain large amount of oil that could be utilized. In 1949, the International Whaling Commission made it illegal for right whales to be hunted commercially. Today, the main threat to their population is collisions with large ships and entanglement in fishing gear (National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration, n.d.). Other threats include habitat degradation from contaminants.
The North Atlantic right whale is protected as an Endangered species by the Federal Endangered Species Act and as a Federally-designated Endangered species by Florida's Endangered and Threatened Species Rule . North Atlantic right whales are also Federally protected as a Depleted species by the Marine Mammal Protection Act.
Federal Recovery Plan
Animal Diversity Web International Union for Conservation of Nature National Geographic National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration Species Profile New England Aquarium The Cornell Lab of Ornithology World Wildlife Fund
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National Marine Fisheries Service. 2010. North Atlantic Right Whale (Eubalaena glacialis). National Marine Fisheries Service, Silver Spring, MD.
National Marine Fisheries Service. 2005. Recovery Plan for the North Atlantic Right Whale (Eubalaena glacialis). National Marine Fisheries Service, Silver Spring, MD.
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association. (n.d.). North Atlantic Right Whale. Retrieved May 18, 2011, from NOAA National Marine Fisheries Service: http://www.nmfs.noaa.gov/pr/species/mammals/cetaceans/rightwhale_northatlantic.htm
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Scientific name: Aphantopus hyperantus
Underwing has distinctive eyespots: white centre, black inner ring and outer yellow ring.
When newly emerged, the Ringlet has a velvety appearance and is almost black, with a white fringe to the wings. The small circles on the underwings, which give the butterfly its name, vary in number and size and may be enlarged and elongated or reduced to small white spots; occasionally they lack the black ring. They are a dark brown butterfly and similar to male Meadow Brown
Bramble and Wild Privet flowers are favourite nectar sources, and adults continue to fly with a characteristic bobbing flight in dull, cloudy conditions when most other butterflies are inactive.
This widespread butterfly has extended it range in England and Scotland in recent years. Widespread on damp grassland throughout Britain and Ireland.
Size and Family
- Family: Browns
- Size: Medium
- Wing Span Range (male to female): 48-52mm
Conservation Status
- Butterfly Conservation priority: Low
- European status: Not threatened
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Coarser grasses are used, including Cock's-foot (Dactylis glomerata), False Brome (Brachypodium sylvaticum), Tufted Hair-grass (Deschampsia cespitosa), Common Couch (Elytrigia repens), and meadow-grasses (Poa spp.). Other species of grass may also be used.
Woodland rides and glades and damp grassland where grasses are lush and tall (it likes damp situations with partial shade). The butterfly also occurs on commons, verges and riverbanks, especially on clay soils. In Northern areas it is found in more open and less shady habitats.
- Countries: England, Wales, Irleland and Scotland
- Found everywhere apart from northern Scotland
- Distribution Trend Since 1970's: +16%
- Butterflies and farmland
- Farmland Butterflies ID chart
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Scientific research indicates that a number of positive health benefits can be derived from meditation. Among these benefits are: stress reduction, lowered blood pressure and overall improved physical and mental health. Proper meditation and breathing techniques help enhance physical, emotional, and mental well being. Instructor: Marti, 8 hours. Room RCT1 (1010)
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Sean Avery Placed on Re-Entry Waivers
The New York Rangers have placed forward Sean Avery on re-entry waivers, according to ESPN New York. This move could signal the return of the 31-year-old NHL star to the Rangers lineup.
The Rangers must wait until noon on Tuesday to see if Avery clears waivers. He went unclaimed when he was placed on waivers earlier this month before the Rangers stint opening the season overseas in Sweden. At the time, Avery told ESPN New York he doubted he would ever wear a Rangers uniform again.
The move comes as the Rangers are struggling on ice with a 3-3-3 record and suffered a loss in their long awaited home opener at the newly renovated Madison Square Garden this past Thursday. The controversial agitator and fan favorite had been playing for the club's AHL team in Hartford. In his two minor league appearances this season Avery performed well, posting a game-winning goal in a shootout and a game sealing empty net goal.


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A symphony of sounds rises into the humid Congolese air as I search for my travel companions. Though it's only 8 a.m., the humid air hangs on us like a soggy sweater. But the noises around us are not what you might expect.
Unlike the vast array of insect chirps and wildlife vocalizations sure to keep us awake at night when we arrive at the base camp deep in the tropical jungle, here in Brazzaville we are inundated with a chorus of car horns, the rumbling of transport trucks and the steady beat of construction that seems constant along every street.
Along with Maureen Leahy, Lincoln Park Zoo's Curator of Primates and Lisa Faust, Vice President of Conservation and Science, I have arrived here in the Republic of Congo to visit the Goualougo Triangle. Today, though, we are in the capital city awaiting our flight to Northern Congo.
Like many metropolitan centers, growth and expansion is constant, but Brazzaville, a city of about 1.4 million inhabitants, seems almost obsessively driven by such change. Signs of economic development are everywhere, and, in fact, today marks the initiation of a major conference during which the nation's president himself welcomed a host of dignitaries to discuss such growth. The resulting traffic jam provides plenty of opportunity for us to view a seemingly endless line of hollow structures standing in varying states of construction or deconstruction—it's difficult to tell most of the time.
What all of this growth means to this country of 4.3 million is difficult to predict. While there is clearly a need for sustainable infrastructure and the resulting economic benefits, the expansion of cities and the facilitation of foreign exploration of natural resources undoubtedly causes concern for wildlife advocates.
As we continue our travels, the tall concrete buildings will be replaced by a towering jungle canopy. The bustling streets will be replaced with pathways—"boulevards" created by forest elephants. With luck, we'll have the opportunity to travel with groups of chimpanzees and lowland gorillas as they traverse the landscape of the Goualougo Triangle.
Dave Morgan, research fellow in the Lester E. Fisher Center for the Study and Conservation of Apes and our host in Congo, guides us to a restaurant which, like almost every other structure, appears to be under renovation. Multicolored tendrils of wires and cables snake along the wall beside our table, and I can't help but anticipate the days ahead when the only vines we see are green and leafy and the morning air is filled with the distant calls of the resident chimpanzees.
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So, you've met the girl of your dreams, and now you want to give her a beautiful ring as a lasting symbol of your love.
Trouble is, you can't afford a fancy designer ring, and the ones you can afford are mass produced, studded with conflict diamonds, and polished in a sweatshop for your consumer pleasure. None of which attributes are terribly appropriate for lasting symbols of affection. Probably right up there with a flaming bag of poo.
So what's a young rogue to do? When in doubt grab a book, preferably one on wax jewelry making.. you'll need it.
This instructable will show you how to make a unique, but classic, three stone diamond and garnet ring using the "lost wax" process, and 100% conflict free stones.
Now, I'm not a jeweler, far from it, I'm actually a filmmaker (film reel http://www.abbeygateway.co.uk ), so if I can do this, anyone should be able to.
I'll be showing you the steps I took, the books I referenced, and all the tools I bought/used. I'm not claiming that I'm showing the 'correct' way to do this just the way I did it.
Please forgive the general crappyness of the photos, I own the world's suckiest point and click camera... go figure.


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Buying and selling your home is nerve-wracking at the best of times. With markets remaining sluggish in all but favoured hot spots, this is truer than ever. People are being very careful about what they buy and where: I know this, having recently bought back into the London market. Most properties pushed our way by agents had been on for ages and always had something wrong with them.
One of the things that spook the uninitiated is houses being located in protected historic cores. Most historic town centres across Europe are covered by fairly draconian heritage legislation. New development is restricted, with alterations – and even repairs – to existing properties requiring permission. Buying into these areas requires coming to terms with the red tape and loss of property rights and trading them off for the "olde worlde" charm of a historic location. The question is whether the restrictions of conservation areas just add to the anxieties of purchasers and make places harder to sell.
Well, there is increasing evidence that they actually add to the value and attraction of homes. Research soon to be published by the London School of Economics, based on Nationwide Building Society's house price index, found that houses in conservation areas in England sold for 23 per cent more, on average, than houses outside the protected zones. This was partly because of location and the kind of properties involved, but even when these factors were taken into account houses in conservation areas were still found to sell for a premium of about 9 per cent – and the bigger and the older the conservation area, the higher the premium. Better news still for owners of houses in these zones is that prices in conservation areas have grown at a rate that exceeds comparable properties elsewhere by 0.2 per cent.
An assessment of attitudes to conservation area controls in 10 London boroughs found that there was not much hostility to the planning system among residents. In fact, homeowners who had applied for permission were more likely to have positive attitudes than those who had not. Most people recognised that controls were protecting the quality of the place where they lived.
Research carried out by the National Heritage Board in Sweden in 2008 reached a similar conclusion. It was trying to establish whether there was a link between places of outstanding cultural beauty and house prices. It discovered that in parishes with strong heritage, prices were between 16 per cent and 45 per cent higher than if there had been no or much less local heritage. On the island of Visingsö in Jönköping, southern Sweden, for instance, prices were 45 per cent higher than expected for the size and type of property. In 2005, the heritage agency of Denmark conducted a survey asking individuals and companies for their opinion on heritage. Two-thirds of people questioned said heritage was an asset for local development, and especially for tourism. Companies and individuals all said that they were willing to pay more for housing in areas with stronger heritage qualities.
The fact is that in a globalised economy multinational companies can choose where to go. Obviously, financial considerations, such as corporation tax, are an important factor when deciding where to locate a business. But successful companies also rely on recruiting the best employees – and discerning and talented people will choose historic, interesting places to live. It is therefore an effective use of assets for corporations to site headquarters in attractive, culturally rich locations that attract a talented workforce.
The City of London was ranked first in a recent Global Financial Centres Index survey – with the quality of life in London playing a significant role in it landing top spot. The Corporation of London recognises this, and it explains why it is the second-largest patron of cultural facilities in the UK after central government. The Barbican Centre's theatres, concert halls, cinemas and galleries are central to the offer that the City makes to its workers. So is the built heritage: the medieval lanes, St Paul's Cathedral, the pubs, markets and the Tower of London. The City is a place of ancient character, and this attracts big business.
So the message to politicians who see heritage legislation as restrictive and stifling of growth is: look at the evidence. People like living in protected, historic places and it makes their properties more valuable. Companies want to locate close to conservation areas because their employees want to live there. Enlightened local authorities invest in culture and heritage because they know that it makes their environment attractive to business. Heritage is not a blight.
Dr Simon Thurley is chief executive of English Heritage


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Are you using both usb ports? HDD on the outside/bottom port and the usb dongle on the other?
Up front and honest - Super Green : son installed Skylanders - works great, but now when I click on WiiFlow, screen pops up to have us connect our external HDD that has all our soft mod'd games on it - no access to HDD - no games.
What's the process to fix, to allow access to both the HDD that has all our games but still have access to play the Skylanders game w/ or w/out using the USB piece that came with the Skylanders game.
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USB Loader: WiiFlow v2.2rc1
cIOS 222 installer v4
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cIOS 38r17 installer
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Please keep in mind I'm a procedudual kind of guy and green, so don't feel like any step by step process is going to be to simple - I appreciate the patience folks.
Are you using both usb ports? HDD on the outside/bottom port and the usb dongle on the other?
Yep - that's exactly the setup - HDD connected to the right and Skylander dongle connected to the left (assuming you are looking from the front of the wii system). I'm hoping I didn't screw anything up - I read in a forum to change the IOS to 223, so I went into cIOS Installer 5.1 and selected to install the IOS 223 - I said yes, and now it's sitting on "reloading IOS 223" in green - just sitting there - how long does that take? ... Guess I should have waited for some logical feed back from folks before sinking around in unknown territory.
You would need either a 222 version of WiiFlow or be using d2x cIOS in order to get use of both ports. Also, you should put hermes v4 [37+38] in slot 223.
If this is too much for you to grasp, you could follow the Softmod ANY Wii guide which will install all necessary cIOS in order to get this to work.
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GENEVA – Batavia and Geneva residents are invited to a meeting Tuesday to learn more about the Prairie State Energy Campus, according to a news release.
The meeting, organized by the Sierra Club, will begin at 7 p.m. Tuesday at the Unitarian Universalist Society of Geneva, 102 S. Second St., Geneva.
The cities of Batavia and Geneva each have entered into a purchase agreement with Peabody Energy's Prairie State Energy Campus, which is a coal-fired power plant some residents associate with increased electricity costs and environmental damage, according to the release.
Betsy Zinser of Batavia and Bill Scown of Geneva will speak about the consequences of the contracts and the steps the community and city government can take to improve the situation, the release said.
Geneva and Batavia are members of the Northern Illinois Municipal Power Agency. They each have an entitlement share in the Prairie State Generating Company. The company owns Prairie State Energy Campus in downstate Marissa, according to the city of Geneva's website.
As of Monday afternoon, about 30 local residents are expected to attend the meeting, said Caroline Wooten, an organizer with the Sierra Club's Illinois Chapter.


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