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When being creative is part of your job, it can often feel like the pressure is on to maintain constantly high levels of creativity and ensure you have a string of successful ideas on demand. But what if you're finding yourself in a creativity slump and struggling to claw your way out? Here are 3 ways to re-find your creativity and get those juices flowing.
In an article by Harvard Business Review (HBR) it was recently argued that 'thinking new' can help inspire your creativity. Contributor Priscilla Claman suggests that many people are most creative in their first few weeks and months in a new job role. It is suggested that when you don't know a role you are constantly asking questions, making comparisons to previously experienced situations and observing colleagues in an attempt to find your feet and increase your understanding of the task at hand. Claman believes managers 'know that new people with new ideas can bring energy and creativity to a workplace, no matter what the level of their job is,' and as such are always looking for new talent to push the organisation forwards.
Claman suggests that, even when you are no longer the new person in your role or indeed in your organisation, re-finding that capacity to 'think new' is a great way of getting yourself out of a creativity rut. She suggests meeting new people at work, talking to new clients or learning a new program, product or process that will not only add to your CV or resume but will allow you to reinvigorate yourself and find your creativity once again.
Much is written about the importance of finding a work space which inspires creativity. This could mean a clean white desk with a view and quiet surroundings, a colourful room filled with natural light and your favourite art work, or even a busy space filled with trinkets and gadgets to keep your mind ticking, but most people have their preference and space that works for them.
If you've found yourself in a creative slump, mixing up your working space could be a good way to reignite your spark. By changing your surrounding environment this can often bring about a new mindset, provide a different focus for your attention or simply provide a welcome break from your usual working space that could act as a catalyst for your thoughts.
One idea is to build a sensory work space. Entrepreneur.com suggested that 'encouraging the flow of non-sequitur ideas through sensory experiences can help employees find new inspiration.' Some methods to put this into practice include 'hang[ing] thought-provoking abstract art on the walls, regularly fill[ing] the office with new scents or play[ing] unconventional music through your loudspeakers' in order to provide a stimulating environment for creativity.
Sometimes what you need to inspire you is right in front of you, but because it makes up what most of us consider to be routine, we forget to look around. This is usually the case with our surroundings, particularly those outside in your town or city. Getting outside can work wonders for inspiring creativity, as it allows you to take a break from the project you are working on and creates head space for procrastination and daydreaming, both of which are closely linked to inspiring creativity.
In a video by car manufacturers SEAT for the Guardian, an award-winning architect, identical-twin fashion designers and SEAT's head of colour discussed the question 'can a city inspire creativity?' Architect Carme Pinós told the Guardian that she likes to work in social spaces, because the mixture of people from different social classes and ages can act as inspiration for her work. For fashion designers Aitor and Inaki Muñoz, nature inspires their designs, particularly in their city of Barcelona where artist Antonio Gaudi made his name following such biomimetic principles. Even something as simple as the light, explains head of colour Jordi Font, can impact the way you see something and the conclusion you draw in your decision making.
When such simple and abundant sources of inspiration lie all around us, in our natural surroundings, sensory elements of our work spaces or in our capacity to question the conventional and the think outside the box, creative ruts need not last for long.
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Ancient Rome leading to Developing Europe.
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What factors contributed to Alexander's success as a military conqueror and organizer of a large empire?
First, the death of Alexander's father while he was still young and very determined was a timely event that contributed to his success. The Persian Empire, being weak when Alexander decided to conquer it, helped lead to his success in the defeat of the Persians. His initial victories everywhere he went really helped him believe in himself and his abilities, even if a bit too much. This winning attitude, and gaining more and more subjects and land, all contributed to his…
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There's a storm brewing in the skies above America. It's pink-tinged clouds are hurling bolts of incendiary lightning back and forth, and there's little indication as to when the skies will clear. Indeed, this is a storm of a feminine nature and scope; a fiery debate of breasts and babies. One would think that these two things would be complimentary of each other, like pie and ice cream or a burger and a bun… but not, it seems, when it comes to the national debate over Roe v. Wade.
Pretty pink ribbons have adorned store walls, products and ads for sometime now, all due to the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Foundation. The endeavour was started in 1982 by Ms. Nancy Brinker, a former U.S. ambassador to Hungary and Chief of Protocol under the Bush (43) administration, as a result of her sister's death from breast cancer. Since then, the foundation has grown to encompass several areas of breast cancer activism, including advocacy, research, education and supportive services, and is one of the most trusted 501c non-profit organisations worldwide. Through the funding of Planned Parenthood, Komen has provided opportunities for low-income women to receive breast cancer screenings and other supportive services, however as the latest news would have it, that has changed…or has it?
About two days ago, Komen announced that it was cutting funding to the Planned Parenthood Federation of America for it's breast cancer screening program. According to the Komen Foundation, this action was taken as a result of the recent adoption of stricter criteria that bar grants to organisations that are under investigation by the government. Of particular added interest in this story, is the recent (April, 2011) hiring of new Komen vice-president Karen Handel, former Georgia Secretary of State and vociferous abortion opponent. Also, Ms. Brinker has stated that the Komen Foundation is not in fact "defunding" Planned Parenthood per se;
"We have three grants that will go on this year, and they will probably be eligible for the next grant cycle…"
According to Planned Parenthood advocates, the decision to cease funding of PPFA is politically-motivated, resulting from pressure by anti-abortion advocacy groups, which are also responsible for prompting the government investigation of PPFA. Supporters of PPFA are also citing the Handel connection in their assertions that Komen has bowed under pressure. But let me back up for just a second, and mention that the Planned Parenthood Federation of America is currently being investigated by a congressional sub-comittee, due to concerns that taxpayer money may have been used to fund abortions. Since the announcement, both groups have seen a significant increase in donations; Komen from pro-life advocates, and PPFA from pro-choice'ers.
To the weather eye, it appears that Komen might be concerned that their funds are also being used to pay for abortions, which would explain their announced decision to break with PPFA, since those funds are supposed to be being used for breast cancer screenings and other related services. According to a Christian Science Monitor article on the matter, "…the bottom line is that Komen has cut funding for breast-cancer screening and other breast-health programs at Planned Parenthood affiliates."(1) If Nancy Brinker is to be believed though, this is not quite the case. Ms. Brinker has also stated that Karen Handel played no part in the funding decision, which I find to be a problematic statement at best.
Either way, the issue has women on both sides of the debate worked into a frenzy, and rightly so. During my evening on Facebook, I have noted several comments made by female friends of mine, posted to the Komen page. A few hastily-drawn pictures have even found their way into my newsfeed, one of them posted to the right in this article so that you, my fine young readers, can get an idea of some of what's being said.(2) As I stated in the opening of the article, this is one storm that is just rolling in, and I don't think we've seen the full amount of precipitation that it will bring just yet.
UPDATE, February 3, 2012: It seems that Komen has now reversed its previously announced plans for defunding PPFA, amidst the firestorm of controversy. Now they've bowed to pressure…from the public!(3)


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Our impact on the earth has been so significant that scientists have proposed that our current geological era be renamed the Anthropocene, or Age of Humans. Regardless of whether or not the change is officially made, researchers across the social sciences and humanities are finding the concept a fruitful lens for "staying with the trouble of living and dying together" (Haraway 2010) in a wounded world. Despite, or perhaps because of, its problem-solving imperative, design has played a significant role in creating and maintaining many of the material and cultural problems associated with this new era. Even when product and object-centred design is replaced with people-centred and service design, human needs and desires are privileged above all else. But what if we refuse to uncouple nature and culture? What if we deny that human beings are exceptional? What if we stop speaking and listening only to ourselves? This presentation focuses on multispecies ethnography as a means to understand relations between humans and nonhumans, and question the potential of animism and vitalism to help us forge new relations. More-than-human design is then introduced as complementary ways of thinking, doing, and making that emphasise the practice of care and imagination—and challenge us to work with, not against, vulnerability, humility and interdependence.
Anne Galloway is Senior Lecturer, Culture + Context Design, at Victoria University of Wellington. Leading the More-Than-Human Lab, her research examines intersections of people, nonhuman animals and technologies, and explores creative methods for public engagement around related matters of concern. Anne also spends as much time as possible at her rural home, where she shepherds small flocks of rare-breed sheep and ducks. twitter: @annegalloway | web: www.morethanhumanlab.org
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Another grouping of tattoos from the past year in no particular order. Hope you enjoy.
Funny one I got to do. Weird version of a battle royal. I had a great time with this.
This one was a fucking blast for me. She asked for a treasure chest on her hand, but it just never looked right when I was drawing it, so we went with this.
I think I just love tattooing hands. Especially when I'm allowed to bring that shit down on the fingers and crap.
Filler on a great client.
More filler on the same guy. The tattoos around the little cross are not mine.
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Dear neighbours and friends,
The Glasgow Residents Network is holding its second conference later this month aimed at bringing together residents organisations from across the city to work towards greater co-operation and mutual aid and support. We want to improve our communities and our city together.
The conference is being held on Staurday the 21st of October in the
Renfield St Stephen's church, 260 Bath Street, Glasgow, G2 4JP, from
2pm in the centre of town.
Map of how to get there:-
The agenda is as follows:-
2pm Introductions and welcome
* NB – This is an ideal opportunity for your residents organisation or
group to circulate literature and information on any issues you want
others across the city to learn about
[There will be a table set aside for literature on the day, but get in
touch in advance and we will circulate relevant leaflets and other
literature within the conference welcome pack so that everyone gets a
2:15pm Plenary – The story so far…
* Discussion of our draft manifesto
* Discussion and responses from our first conference report
* How can evolve further
+ Open proposals from city residents associations… ~
~ Just get in touch! [See the contact details below]
3:00pm Workshop session one:-
Choose between:
* The Scottish Executive's Regeneration Statement, "People and Place",
And How It Will Impact Our Communities – followed by discussion
* Right-To-Buy – A Discussion On The Issues Raised By And The
Strategies For The Future OF The Recent GHA Homeowners Movement.
4:00pm Workshop session 2:-
Choose between the following four worshops:-
* Second Stage Transfer And The Role Of 'Community Housing
Associations' – followed by discussion
* GHA's Rent Restructuring Review, And What It Means For Glasgow
Housing Association Tenants – followed by discussion
* Demolition and (Re)development – Our City's Changing – Is It For The
Better? – 0pen discussion of the issues raised.
* Anti-social Behaviour – What Can We Do To Address What For Many Is
The Main Issue In Their Communities? – open discussion.
4:45pm – Close
* Feedback, information sharing and notice of future events.
Can your residents organisation help to publicise the conference?
So far we have eight residents organisations invovled in the network
plus a number of committed individuals, but we are trying to broaden
out the network to involve more residents organisations from across
the city. If you can help or get involved in any way, however small,
in helping to organise this conference or in future events, then let
us know today!
Tel: 0976718111 / 07910627970 – email: firstname.lastname@example.com
Glasgow Residents Network – 2nd Conference
Saturday 21st October
@ the Renfield St Stephens Church
260 Bath Street, Glasgow, G2 4JP
Map of how to get there:-
Hope to se you all there!
Nick Durie
(on behalf of the Glasgow Residents Network)


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Possible double top formation
FX:NZDUSD New Zealand Dollar / U.S. Dollar
Daily chart pattern - possible double top formation
Resistance - 0.6883, 0.6835, 0.6806
Support - 0.6972, 0.7024, 0.7054
Resistance - 0.6883, 0.6835, 0.6806
Support - 0.6972, 0.7024, 0.7054
- Kiwi's failure to take out Apr 19 high of 0.7054 followed by a sharp drop below rising channel has increased odds of a the pair forming a double top formation with neckline at 0.6806.
- Dollar could see a broad based technical correction. Plus, a possible drop in GDT price auction could add to the bearish pressure around NZD.
- Thus, a daily close below rising channel support appears likely. In such a case, fall towards the neckline level of 0.6806 levels appears likely in next few days.
- On the higher side, a convincing break above 0.7054 is essential to open doors for a rise to 0.7122 levels.


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Since we currently live in Oregon but are still Florida residents, Devin and I both vote absentee. After filling in the little bubbles, I put the ballot into the included "Secrecy Envelope", and yes, it really says that (in letters two inches high), put it in the outer envelope, put $1.00 postage on it (holy cow! Does the post office give the elections office a kick-back on that?) and mailed it. It took me a little over three hours this morning to research the candidates for the various offices. It sounds like a lot, but I strongly believe that if I appreciate the fact that I live in a country where I am the government (and I do), I also have the responsibility to be an informed voter and participate in the election process in the best way I can. In other words, since I am the government, I can only expect the government to be as good as I am. If I vote based on 30-second slur-filled commercials, or vote a straight party ticket, or fill in every third bubble, I really can't expect much. If, on the other hand, I vote to elect officials who I believe (based on research into past voting records) will actually represent me and my positions, I will be much happier with the outcome. So please, vote. I don't even care who you vote for - well, I do, - Go Obama! - but that's not as important as your active, educated participation. To that end, I thought I'd share some websites I've found to be helpful.
The best non-partisan website I've found is:
Click on CANDIDATES at the top of the page. I especially like the interest group ratings feature. When you get to the individual candidate, it is in the list of options under the candidate's picture.
Another good site is:
One especially interesting feature of this site is this quiz: http://www.speakout.com/VoteMatch/pres2008.asp?quiz=2008 which ranks the various candidates according to how they conform to your priorities based on a short set of questions you answer.
Once you get below the national level, it gets a little harder to find information. A site which is linked to the League of Women Voters, another non-partisan group, is:
Enter your state and click on ON YOUR BALLOT on top of the page. This takes me to a page where if, for example, I (in Florida) choose "ballot measures", I'm given a brief pro and con of the different proposed state constitutional amendments on the ballot.
There are obviously many more sites with valuable information out there and they vary state by state. I'll leave it to you to find the ones that benefit you the most. One more suggestion is to simply google the name of any local candidates and see what comes up. But please take your responsibility as a citizen of this great nation seriously enough to take a few measly hours every couple years to become an informed voter. I'm off my soap-box now.
Wednesday, October 15, 2008
3 comments:
- Lemon Dingo said...
I am a U.S resident but an Australian citizen so I can't vote in this election but I have to say that I have watched every debate and from an outsider's perspective it really is an extrememly interesting and stimulating process.
- October 15, 2008 7:11 PM
I took the voting quiz and it said my choice for president should be Fred Flintstone. Too bad he is not on the ballot.
- October 16, 2008 8:38 AM
A friend from work, unexpectedly showed up at Szabos yesterday for the Saints game. As the father of a 1 year old (taking a nap) he was multitasking. Where else but in America can you ... sit at a bar, drinking a beer, watching football, smoking a cigarette and VOTING for president? Oregon has mail-in voting.
- October 20, 2008 10:22 AM
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Table, Sewing, Mahogany, English Regency, c.1820
To a good quality Mahogany English sewing table. The frieze contains two drawers with line inlay and below is the original sewing bag formed of pine and covered in paper and silk to the exterior. The exterior cloth, although old is not original. The table has false fronts to the rear so that it could be used independent of a wall. Two loapers or supports hold the leaves when raised up. The support is circular, ending on a pedestal with four saber legs ending in brass castors and wheels.
Height: 27.25", Length: 19.75", Width: 15.5"
Height: 27.25", Length: 19.75", Width: 15.5"
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Korei agrees to become Palestinian PM
The speaker of the Palestinian Parliament, Ahmed Korei, has announced he will accept the nomination to become prime minister.
Sixty-five-year-old Mr Korei said he was urged strongly to form a government by his close friend, Palestinian Authority chairman Yasser Arafat.
Mr Korei intends to form a six to eight person crisis cabinet to deal with the new spiral of violence which has gripped the region.
"The president (Yasser Arafat) asked and urged me strongly to accept to form a government," Mr Korei told reporters in the West Bank city of Ramallah.
"I agreed and I have got to face this crisis, to face this problem.
"I will take the risk. I will take the responsibility. I will go forward.
"I hope I will be able to form an emergency government - a six, seven or eight person government."
Earlier today, Israeli aircraft bombarded a building, attempting to liquidate Hamas militant Mahmoud Al-Zahar in Gaza.
The militant was injured, but three members of his family were killed.
The Israeli action came after two suicide bomb attacks earlier in the day left 15 people dead, as well as the bombers.
Mr Korei condemned the Israeli air strike in Gaza, but also condemned the two suicide attacks.
"What happened today (in Gaza) is very dangerous and is not acceptable," Mr Korei said.
"What happened from the Palestinians is unacceptable and is dangerous.
"We are passing in a very dangerous historical moment.
"Each side should hold its responsibility carefully.
"We should put emotion aside and think seriously about the interests of both our peoples."
Mr Korei was asked by Mr Arafat to form a government last Sunday after former prime minister Abu Mazen resigned the day before.
He has spent the past few days trying to whip up international support to help revive the internationally backed peace roadmap before taking the job.
The latest surge of violence had prompted him to make his decision.
Mr Korei said he now intended to call a meeting of the Palestinian Legislative Council on Thursday "to get confidence for this government of emergency".
"I don't know but I hope we will be able to pass this very serious, very dangerous crisis and problem," he said.
The Israeli government froze all ties with the Palestinian Authority in the aftermath of a massive suicide bomb in Jerusalem more than three weeks ago, which left 21 bus passengers dead.
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Baseball season started earlier than ever this year (I think the date is earlier, I know the 6:05 EST first pitch was early), following the trend set by Fat Tuesday and Easter (ironically, my New Year's was an hour later than usual.)
Much wailing and gnashing of teeth towards DirectTV who decided that giving me a consistent signal of ESPN and ESPNews was fine, but not ESPN2 which was carrying the game.
So basically, I woke up at 5:45am to follow a baseball game online.
I was all set to have a pre-7am beer too.
The overall verdict?
A win is a win is a win.
I will tell myself that often, so as to not fret about Dice-K nearly shitting the bed in the first inning, Papelbon looking decidedly un-Papelbon-ish, Big Papi going hitless, and Kyle Synder still pitching like he was on the Royals.
In the meantime, Jacoby Ellsbury can fly, literally, Manny is still Manny, and Brandon Moss...welcome to the bigs.
Baseball season just started and the Sox are in 1st place in the AL East.
Skipping over to the not-yet-playing-games-that-count National League...I'm cautiously optimistic about the Braves this season.
Last year they had a very good offense (once they added Texiera) and that figures to be true this season as well (yep, going out on a limb and predicting they don't miss Andruw Jones' 2007 production) but were stuck with Tim Hudson and John Smoltz as their only good pitchers, plus a deranged mess of a bullpen.
The bullpen may be better (it's certainly less David Wellsian in size), but the starting pitching could be vastly improved. If Mike Hampton can somehow be not the Mike Hampton of the past couple seasons (Viz. injured and not pitching) and Jair Jurgens can continue being surprisingly badass...suddenly the Braves have a really good starting rotation. Sure, no one's going to be Johan Santana...but the Mets don't have #4/#5 starters like say, Hampton, Glavine or Jurgens either. And over 162 games a good #1-5 trumps a great #1 each time.
Tuesday, March 25, 2008
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Loukyam (English: Wit) is a 2014 Telugu romantic comedy film written by Sridhar Seepana and directed by Sriwass which features Gopichand and Rakul Preet Singh in the lead roles. It is produced by V. Anand Prasad on Bhavya Creations banner. Kona Venkat and Gopimohan provided the screenplay. Vetri is the cinematographer, S. R. Sekhar is the editor and Anup Rubens is the music director for the film. It was launched formally on 11 April 2014 at Film Nagar in Hyderabad. The film released worldwide on 26 September 2014. The film recorded as Super Hit at the box-office. The film was remade in Bengali as Besh Korechi Prem Korechi and in Kannada as Ram-Leela.
Loukyam opens with Venky (Gopichand) kidnapping the sister of Babji (Sampath Raj), as she is getting married to Bharat (Bharath Reddy) although she is in love with someone else. He goes to Hyderabad and waits for everything in his home, Warangal to clear. He stays with his friend, Shyamala (Satyam Rajesh). There he falls for Chandrakala(Rakul Preet Singh), the sister of Sathya (Rahul Dev), a don in Hyderabad. Chandrakala rags other students in the college using her brother's power. After her initial rejection, Venky gets her to reciprocate his feelings. Meanwhile, Babji comes to Hyderabad in order to reach Sippy (Brahmanandam), the driver who helped Venky kidnap Babji's sister. Babji, unaware of the fact that he is traveling in Sippy's taxi, goes around Hyderabad with Boiling star Bablu (Prudhviraj), a rising Television star.
Meanwhile, Kesava Reddy (Mukesh Rishi), a politician is behind Chandrakala's life. He conducts an attack on her through which Venky comes to know that Chandrakala is actually Babji's second sister and that he had sent her with Sathya to Hyderabad to maintain a low profile. Babji readies Chandrakala to marry Bharath. He also continues to search for whoever (Venky) abducted his sister. Using the help of Nano Shastri (Krishna Bhagavaan), Venky manages to get Babji and Chandrakala into his house. He also comes to know that the reason Kesava Reddy wants to kill Chandrakala is because his younger sister committed suicide because she loved Babji although he did not reciprocate the same. He hires Hamsa Sippy (Hamsa Nandini), Sippy's wife, to act as his father, Meka Papa Rao a.k.a. Puppy's wife. He tells Babji's elder sister to come back on the engagement day to act as if not married and Babji fixes the marriage of his elder sister with Bharat. But unexpectedly, they all come to know that the girl is pregnant and so Bharat refuses to marry.
Then Venky tells Babji that his brother (who is actually Babji's sister's husband and is acting as Venky's brother) will marry his sister. Babji agrees for the wedding and, in turn, tells Chandrakala that she is to marry Bharat again. Through an attack incident, Venky comes to know that Bharat is Kesava Reddy's son. He tells Kesava Reddy that even Babji is aware of this fact and is planning to kill Bharat on a trip to Srisailam. Kesava Reddy ends up believing him and attacks Babji and the group on the way. He foolishly reveals to Babji that Bharat is his son and that he is aware Babji will kill him. When Kesava Reddy realizes his folly, he kidnaps Chandrakala and Bharat and escapes from the spot. Boiling star Bablu who mistakes it to be a serial shoot stops Kesava Reddy on the way which gives Venky enough time to reach Kesava Reddy. In a thrilling climax, Venky gets Babji to beat up Kesava Reddy and using his "Sympathy angle" trick, which he had earlier used to get Babji and his sister together, He gets Babji to agree for his and Chandrakala's wedding as well. The film ends with Sippy saying that with "Loukyam"(Tact), you can fool not only Babji but even God and Boiling star Bablu saying he is Cool Bablu from now on and he will do only comedy serials and not action ones.


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It has taken me a few months but ultimately I've realized that my current job situation is not quite what I want. So, at the start of the new year I will be relocating back to a company in the financial district. I'm quite frankly thrilled - there's always such huge movement downtown - there's people, places to eat at, coffee shops, and just a buzz that I haven't seen anywhere else (except for maybe New York...). And with a new job comes the fact that my jeans and uggs probably won't cut it at my makeshift desk anymore - and I've dedicated today's post to some of the best things about getting a new job.
Skirts. I am SO inspired by wool pencil skirts with thick tights underneath that I can barely contain myself. I may splurge on JCrew's double serge pencil skirt; however my only concern is what color to get! I'm really liking the navy blue, and I wish I was brave enough to pull off the ochre or dahlia. I think this would look so clean with a nice crisp white button down and a cardigan. Oh the possibilities!
I'm also really liking this shirt from the Gap - and I'm pretty sure if you find it in store it's an additional 30% off! Not bad! I'm not sure which color I like better - the blue or the maroonish color. I think it would go great with a pair of slacks to break up the monotony of looking like a drone.
And of course, I actually couldn't resist picking this up at a private event yesterday (and I had a coupon credit, too). I thought it would be the perfect little accessory to keep my bus card and potential elevator and badge that I'll need for my new building. Plus I could always put some new business cards in them - squee! So excited! I was really torn between the colors but I ultimately ended up with the purple, cause hey, who doesn't love purple? I also really liked the blue and black, too.
And with my new accessory, I'd love to have something big and pretty to put it all in. Behold - the bag of all carry all bags - the Longchamp Le Pliage tote. Totally lusting after one of these in the large size (ahem in bf's direction) just because I'll have the opportunity to walk to and from work again. With a bag this size I'd be able to throw in a change of shoes, an umbrella, a scarf, my agenda, and even lunch. Plus with the strap drop it's a perfect size for me to plow down the streets of SF with. I'm really digging the black, but I also like the navy. Heck, I like all the colors. Hah.
So here's where I turn it over to you - what are your must have's for your job - whether it's an awesome coffee cup, a pair of shoes or an item of clothing. I'd love to hear it from you!
Sunday morning we are off to the beautiful island of Hawaii so the next few posts may come with plenty of ocean photos (especially after a mai tai or two...). I do want to do a vacation beach feature so look forward to me posting that sometime next week.
Until then.... Aloha!


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USDCAD - Ranged with consolidation
FX:USDCAD U.S. Dollar / Canadian Dollar
I don't recommend attempting to trade USDCAD as it is currently consolidating the strong move downward. For now downward progress has been halted but we are not seeing any strong confidence in the USD. Overall tone for this pair is bearish with weekly bullish . Perhaps good for intra day scalping but don't expect any reasonably strong moves in either direction.


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Magical Monday to you. In my photos this week, I share some restful times I enjoyed on a cruise to the southern Caribbean. After an all night flight from Miami to LA, I am fasting, meditating, and enjoying time in the steam room today.
It is important to take time to transition after traveling and allow the energy of rest to rejuvenate your body for the next flow of positive activity.
So this week, I invite you to create some space for the energy of redt; even if only for a short while.
Great joy to you!
Love, love, love!


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An Israeli couple have named their daughter after the 'like' feature on Facebook.
Like is named after the button on the social networking site that allows users to express their approval of photographs, links and status updates.
Lior Adler and his wife Vardit, of Hod Hasharon, near Tel Aviv, said they wanted an original name that was "modern and innovative".
Mr Adler's father told Israeli newspaper Maariv that his daughter would be the first in the country to be called Like.
"In our opinion it's the modern equivalent of the name Ahava (Love). It's just my way of saying to my fantastic daughter, 'Love'," he said.
Like's parents have a fondness for unusual names. One of their daughters is called Pie - after the English food - and the other is called Vash - Hebrew for Honey.
Mr Adler said the reaction to the name had been mixed.
"When I posted her picture and name on Facebook I got 40 'likes'," he said. "Considering that I have only a little more than 100 friends on the network that's a lot."
But not everyone was keen on the name and some friends "simply didn't believe it," Mr Adler said.
"I believe there will be people who will lift a eyebrow... but it is my girl and that's what's fun about it."


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Chris "Mac Daddy" Kelly, one half of 1990s hip hop duo Kris Kross was found dead yesterday. According to reports, the cause of death may have been drug induced as his friend Donna reported to the police "the night before Kelly's medical emergency, he had taken a mixture of heroin and cocaine."
A statement from his mother and the So So Def camp read as follows:
It is with deep sadness that we announce that our beloved Chris Kelly has passed away on May 1. To millions of fans worldwide, he was the trendsetting, backwards pants-wearing one-half of Kris Kross who loved making music. But to us, he was just Chris — the kind, generous and fun-loving life of the party. Though he was only with us a short time, we feel blessed to have been able to share some incredible moments with him. His legacy will live on through his music, and we will forever love him. — Donna Kelly Pratte (mother) & The So So Def Family
The duo made a splash into the hip hop with their hit "Jump" in 1992. The single was featured on their album Totally Krossed out. The multi-platim album was followed by Da Bomb and Young, Rich, & Dangerous. The duo also reunited earlier this year performing for So So Def's 20th anniversary show in Atlanta, Georgia.
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All winter through
That's where I want to be
Snowball throwing
That's what I'll do
How I'm longing to ski
Through the snow-oh-oh-oh-oh..."
-Snow, From White Christmas
Ok, again, I keep forgetting that it is loads these backwards... does anyone else have this problem? Here is Grant after we began stripping the layers off of him! If you look closely, Grant is taking the snow off Ben's jacket! haha
Crawling in the snow. SO HAPPY!
More of the same.
Grant and Dad! I think Ben was doing a snow angel, but Grant just wanted to drum on Ben's stomach!
Me and Grant. He FIRST STEP INTO THE SNOW!! Man, do we know how to capture "firsts" or what!? haha


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Terror lurks in the skies
We know, exciting. People in a cockpit. But the image below – much like this first look – offers a peek at the cast of Altitude. Hopefully something more exciting will surface soon.
90210 star Jessica Lowndes is the pilot you see. Landon Liboiron, Jake Weary, Jessica Lowndes (Autopsy), Ryan Donowho and Julianna Guill (Friday the 13th) round out the cast. Kaare Andrews directs for Foundation and Darclight.
And a quick note: A trailer is circulating on YouTube that is not official and features a different cast. This was simply a sales trailer to generate funds. A proper trailer has not been released yet.
Synopsis: Lost in a mysterious cloud bank, a rookie pilot and her four teenage friends must content with a freak mechanical failure that sends their small plane climbing to an impossible height, and then plummeting through endless mist. After regaining control, the survivors are confronted with a horrifying realization – the very ground beneath them has vanished and a malevolent force lurking in the clouds wants them dead.
Source: Ryan Rotten, Managing Editor


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the verdict.
barry reed's exciting courtroom drama.
reading it for class and i'm told the movie is good too.
might have stayed up till 2am last night reading it.
tried to explain to jazz (many times) that reading in
bed (at bedtime) has the opposite effect on me as him.
he usually wipes out after 30 minutes. it wakes me up.
interrupts that precious little 5 minute interval i literally
have to go to sleep in, before my mind wakes up again -
and keeps me up for hours.
but, it's also testament to how interesting a book is:)
and, after he tried to turn the light off in his sleep at 2am,
i finally put it down and yes, eventually got to sleep.


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One word keeps crossing my mind like the moving billboard on Times Square.
V A C A T I O N. Of course, I can't stop in the middle of all that is going on at the moment, pack a bag, and wave a jaunty adios. However, whether or not I ask it to stop, my subconscious insists on continuing to scout locations. Last night in my dreams I visited South Africa and Italy. Who knows where my passport will be stamped tonight?
Choosing a vacation location always becomes somewhat of a quandary for me. I'm not much of a flyer. Used to be. As a matter of fact, I was all signed up and ready to be a stewardess at one point. Somewhere along the line, I lost faith in the idea a metal cylinder loaded with jet fuel was going to stay suspended high up in the clouds where it wasn't intended to be in the first place. Oddly enough, in my misspent youth I even considered getting my private pilot's license. I took my first and last lesson when I was five months pregnant with my son. As planes go, it was a small one, a Cessna 150 or the like. The dashboard had two steering wheels or controls my instructor called them. One was for the pilot and the other for the student. I felt like a four-year old sitting next to her daddy in the car with a plastic steering wheel and a little ball horn that went "meep meep" when you pushed it. I resisted the urge to go "vroooom, vrooom".
The pilot, a cheery enough man in probably his late thirties, was a little hesitant about taking me up once he realized I was "carrying". Given a waiver releasing him from liability, I signed it without thought because I was young, and of course knew everything there was to know about the world as all young people do. Wise, wise beyond my years I was.
Closing the doors we spent about a half an hour on the ground going over pre-flight instructions and a general overview of what button, dial, gadget does what. Naturally I felt capable of soloing after 30 minutes training before the plane ever left the ground. Once airborne, I was struck by how noisy it was in the cockpit. I had the oddest sensation of being suspended in midair hanging from a propeller. Perhaps because I was, in fact, suspended in midair hanging from a propeller. I would assume, as I did then, if that annoying noise should stop any time during my lesson it would not bode well for the remainder of the flight.
I don't remember being intimidated by the whole experience at all. Rather, I found it fascinating. As it turned out you actually steer the incredible flying machines with your feet. A concept, I was told, that could be a bit confusing at first. It was late spring, as my son made his appearance in early August. The world below us was in bloom and verdant green prevailed. Passing beneath our wings, from my angle it appeared to be a huge patchwork quilt put together by an alcoholic granny on a binge. Perspective is so altered in the air. Objects below looked as if they were part of an elaborate H.O. train setup. At times the instructor rocked the wings one direction then another, or pointed the nose up or toward the ground. I found myself fervently wishing he would not rock the boat, or plane in this case. Next he explained what a stall was. For me, this was too much information. Silently I prayed there wasn't to be a demonstration any time soon. Then he did the most amazing thing! Pointing to my controls, he asked me to place my hands are them and take over. All previous faith I had in the man sluffed off like flour off a mirror. Are you kidding me? Somebody was smoking their shoe laces. "Mommy."
Visions of planes plummeting out of control spinning wildly toward earth, rushed through my head like water through a fissure. Following instructions explicitly, my profusely sweating hands gripped the controls so firmly I was sure it would take the jaws of life to remove them once the lesson was done. It was a heady experience feeling the small plane respond to my commands. One I thoroughly enjoyed at the time but knew instinctively I wouldn't need to recreate for myself any time in the near future. Suddenly getting on the ground took over as the main train of thought for me and my bladder was nearly insisting on it. Both baby and I breathed a huge sigh of relief on exiting the plane and thanking my instructor some forty minutes later.
My next near miss in the air came around twenty-five. I was working for a gold recycler in Southern California. There was an employee there about the same age as I who was a stunt flyer. Several times he asked if I'd like to go up and take a spin. I assumed at the time he was referring to the airplane. On reflection, there may have been more to the story. My earlier experience was still fresh in my memory bank, so I demurred. To encourage me to give it a try, he brought in video showing him doing rolls, stalls, and loops (in his plane, naturally). In my opinion this was a sign of a serious brain malfunction which required immediate medical help of the psychological kind.
Soooo, I am left with reviewing other option. How about a cruise ship? Ahhhhhhh, no. Cruise lines really ought to include porta-potties and emergency rations in their welcome aboard packages these days. Bike tours? Don't have the lower body muscles for such an undertaking. For that matter, don't have the upper body muscles. Bus trips? (I'll tell you a story about that later, but no.) Love trains, but last I heard they don't cross either the Pacific or the Atlantic and there aren't plans to change this presently in the works. Maybe I'll catch a cab to the east coast, purchase a blow up raft at the Salvation Army, and row across the Atlantic. So many things to think about.
There are two options in play in the picture above, a fabulous tarragon melting butter and the outrageous cilantro mint sauce I'm providing the recipe for below. Both are delicious so I thought I whet your appetite and give them to you one at a time.
1 cup fresh parsley
1 cup fresh cilantro
1 Tbsp. dried mint
3 garlic cloves, chopped
1 Tbsp. chives
1/2 tsp. Kosher salt
1/4 tsp. black pepper
1 cup olive oil
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
1 Tbsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes
Place parsley, cilantro, mint, chives, garlic, salt and pepper in food processor.
Pulse until finely chopped.
Mix together oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice and pepper flakes. Pour slowly into herb mixture until well blended. Refrigerate until ready to use.
Pan Fried Rib-eye Steaks
3 Tbsp. olive oil
4 1″ rib-eye steaks
Kosher salt, black pepper, and lemon pepper to taste
Season both sides of steaks with kosher salt, black pepper and lemon pepper. Allow to come to room temperature (about a half an hour)
Heat oil in cast iron skillet (or heavy skillet) over high heat. Sear steaks on one side for 2 mins. never touching or piercing the meat. Turn over with tongs and repeat cooking time on either side.
Serve with cilantro sauce.


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Notorious (1946)
Rating- 8.2/10Category- Drama, Film-Noir, Romance,
A woman is asked to spy on a group of Nazi friends in South America. How far will she have to go to ingratiate herself with them?
Director:Alfred Hitchcock
Writer:Ben Hecht
Stars:Cary Grant, Ingrid Bergman, Claude Rains
Watch the trailer of Notorious (1946)


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Anyone who wants to know more about Yukio Hatoyama's personal political finances can look at the FY 2007 Yuai Seikei Konwa-Kai report as most recently corrected* You don't have to be a Sankei Shinmun sympathizer to suspect that some donations from "individuals" that actually came from Hatoyama's coffers remain uncorrected. (The rest of eh media does not appear to have reached that point yet, though even the liberal-leftish Chunichi Shinbun** isn't accepting Hatoyama's story.
Neither appealing to governance issues—the DPJ is the opposition—nor raising leadership questions—three words: Abe, Fukuda, and Aso—will turn the tide for the LDP, but nailing yet another DPJ leader for political financing irregularities once again just might cause enough floater voters to stay away from the ballot box or write in non-DPJ protest parties to keep the LDP-Komeito coalition in power. Thus, the best-case scenario for the LDP will be a half-hearted attempt by Hatoyama to hang tough, while grumbling within the DPJ remains low enough to allow him to keep his job—mirroring what is likely to be the situation in the LDP barring an unambiguous DPJ victory in the Tokyo Prefectural Assembly election on 12 July.
Hatoyama, of course, can stanch the bleeding by disclosing the list of under-50,000 yen donors or handing it over to a team of independent legal and accounting experts for a thorough check and showing that the under-50,000 donations were on the level. I believe that there will be increasing pressure from the media for him to do this.
Some details on the numbers follow for the truly interested.
Hatoyama's FY2007 political finances as corrected now show that he received 49,926,000 yen in donations from individuals, Of the 21,860,000 yen in donations—two-fifths of the total—coming from the sixteen named donors, there were two donations totaling 9,000,000 yen from Hatoyama himself, eight 1,500,000 yen donations from eight donors including one from his Bridgestone heiress mother, two 1860,000 yen donations from one donor, two 100,000 yen donations, one 50,000 yen donation, and one 15,000 yen donation and one 10,000 yen donation—note that the name of the donor in each case did not require reporting. In other words, he and his mother accounted for almost half of the 50,000 yen-and-up donations. The 5,220,000 yen that Hatoyama now claims as a personal loan*** also deserves a close look. There are forty-eight such "donations", one of which accounted for 500,000 yen. The rest mostly fell between 50,000-200,000 yen, with one each at 20,000 and 10,000 yen—amounts that did not require reporting. The last point in particular indicates that there may be more under-50,000 anonymous donors—accounting for 27,791,000 yen or three-fifths of the total—whose donations actually came out of Hatoyama's political bank account controlled by the aide in question.
Incidentally, I have nothing against people spending as much of their own money as they want to get elected. As long as everything's on the up and up, I'm cool with that; the electorate seems to have a way of separating the Bloombergs from the Forbeses. Ans if it doesn't, tough sh!t. That being said, the law is the law, and Hatoyama is no different from me in that he is not allowed to donate more than 10 million yen each year to any personal political finance organization****.
* The Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications website carries all available political finances reports as PDF files on this sub-portal. Enjoy.
** Although a local newspaper, it prints more copies than Sankei and leapfrogs ahead of Nikkei into fourth place (behind Yomiuri, Asahi, and Mainichi, I that order) if you add Tokyo Shinbun and two other affiliates.
*** This, as I explained in my previous post, is a dubious claim. I believe that it would be disallowed in bankruptcy proceedings.
**** Of course if you lift the ceiling, you also must close the massive gift-tax/inheritance-tax loophole that allows politicians to pass the political organization with its money and all to their heirs tax-free.


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I feel that beauty norms affect men and women very differently, although the pressure is now gaining speed for men as well. Women are targeted from an early age as far as what is considered beautiful. Look at one of the most popular girls toy, the barbie doll. Barbie has dimensions that the average person can never obtain but that is what is marketed to our female children. They are also deluged with images of Disneys Princess line. What is this showing our children? That the outer appearance is everything?
Any person old enough to view television is also subject to the unrelenting Hollywood images of media stars. For me, the most frustrating is to see the media hop all over women that have recently given birth and expecting them to be able to walk out the door looking as if they have never been pregnant. If there is the least image of the inevitable pooch in the tummy area, snide comments are made. Honestly, how many women are ever able to look the way they did prior to pregnancy? There might be a lucky few, but most at the minimum have a few stretch marks and the majority will never see their pre-pregnancy body again.
Men are not held up to the same standard. For men, gray hair signifies maturity and intellect. For women, you are just getting old. Weight is the same. Men that are overweight may be called portly or stout but women are fat and lazy. There is a great disparity between the way the sexes are treated. However, I am seeing the pressure more and more for men in the number of ads for body washes, hair care, hair removal and mens grooming products.
I feel that it has personally affected me, especially when it comes to weight. I used to weigh much more than I currently do. When I was heavier, I noticed that I was treated differently, especially by men. Now that I am thinner, I find that men are more apt to open doors, smile at me and overall treat me in a nicer way. When I was heavier, I think I was taken more seriously but now I get the "fluff" words such as sweetheart, honey, baby and the like. Even my husband treats me differently. When I am thinner, he is more apt to act like he is showing me off yet on the other hand he is much more jealous. He will question my every move and will bristle at the slightest when some other male shows me the least amount of attention.
There is a part of me that thinks that all of this is really immaterial, yet I continue to "buy" into the very conditioned response of keeping my hair colored, using the appropriate make-up to cover any imperfections and trying to keep my weight at a certain level. Yes, it is good to be healthy, but honestly I do it less for health and more for image. I will admit that. I also find myself judging others my age. Just this week, my mother and I were discussing a lady on the latest "Biggest Loser" television show. She is 49 and I am 46. My mother and I were just talking about how she looks "older" than her age and how hair color would make her look so much better. How shallow we can all be. Who am I to judge someone else? I do not know her situation, yet I was concerned that I looked that old.
Beauty is not just on the outside. It is on the inside as well. It would do us all good to keep that in mind and not judge on looks alone. I will try to remember that the next time that I make an opinion on the way that someone appears. I don't like it when someone does it to me and I should make a conscious effort not to do it to others.
Thursday, September 24, 2009
How do beauty norms affect women and men differently? How have beauty norms affected you?
Posted by Janice and Jessica at 8:26 PM
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This is a great post and is very sincere indeed!
I agree that as a society we are putting much more value on ''the image'' rather than ''the idea/personality etc.'' If we want to change this misconception, then we need to change our perspectives just like you did yours.
Best regards,
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Sec. Defense James Mattis's outgoing phone message.https://t.co/MGeRwcMbgR— Andrew Joyce (@AndrewPaulJoyce) May 15, 2017
obtained via: https://t.co/5igy1Sr8nu— Andrew Joyce (@AndrewPaulJoyce) May 15, 2017
Washington Post: When President Trump's bodyguard revealed Jim Mattis's private cellphone number
This Is Not Normal. It's a mantra among politics-watchers, an attempt to force ourselves to see clearly through the toxic levels of absurdity caking Washington these days. The poker-faced way the news is generally reported, it's feared, will normalize (for example) that the president is reportedly asking federal employees to swear loyalty to him personally, notwithstanding their oaths of loyalty to the country. So it's relatively difficult, on this side of the screen, to get across that these days things are basically always bonkers.
So I'm helping by sharing this story, today's entry in This Is Not Normal.
We got a call Friday from a reader named Paul Redmond that The Post had accidentally published Defense Secretary Jim Mattis's private cell phone number.
Read more ....
Update #1: Trump aide accidentally revealed Mattis phone number in photo (The Hill).
Update #2: Trump isn't the only one leaking intel — his aide just revealed Jim Mattis' phone number (MIC)
WNU Editor: Sadly .... this happens more often than what people think.


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Navitas Natural Product Review
A few weeks ago, Navitas Naturals sent me a generous package containing some very nutrition goodies which I have been testing out in my daily life and kitchen. Man, have I ever been impressed! I have only had one recipe go awry, and everything I've tasted has been wonderful. On top of that, I'm feeling so much better, my skin has cleared up, and my energy has increased ten-fold!
Acai Power-full of antioxidants, healthy essential fatty acids, polyphenols, and is wonderful in smoothies!! It adds just a touch of sweetness and thickens things up a bit which I have loved, on top of being an energy powerhouse!!
Lucuma Powder-This was completely new to me, and something that I think is just hitting the health world. I LOVE IT! It thickens things up and is an all natural sweetener that doesn't mess with one's blood sugar levels. On top of that is has naturally occurring iron, niacin, and beta carotene, making it ten-times better than splenda. I can't wait to try it in baking!
Maca Power-fights fatigue, boosts libido, and increases stamina, no wonder its called a superfood! This is the only one I haven't gotten to try alone, but I have had it in their TwisterPower and love that!
Cacao Power-high in antioxidants, magnesium, and iron. It has no added sugar and is all naturally processed, not to mention DELICIOUS! This is the real stuff guys and when I put just a tablespoon of it in my Chocolate Chia Pudding I was ecstatic. The flavor is wonderful. You can bake with it, put it in smoothies, let your mind run wild, this is the pure stuff and it is choca-mazing!!
I have been so impressed by their line of products, I went out and got some more on my own 🙂 I have been enjoying their TwisterPower in my smoothies which is a blend of their superfood powders and is amazing! I also love their chia seeds, very affordable! One of my favorite finds though, has been their Trail Power!
You might recall the Wild Berry Rice with cashews I made a while back with it. Not only was that incredibly delicious, but this has been great straight from the bag, sprinkled into yogurt, oatmeal, etc!
Thank you so much Navitas Naturals! You definitely have a loyal consumer for life from me! Check out all their other great stuff on their site, as well as tons of awesome recipes.
Stay tuned, I feel a giveaway coming on 🙂
July 22, 2009 1:19 pm
Oooh, I hope there IS a giveaway coming up!! 😀
July 23, 2009 11:37 am
Finding a sweetener that is healthy is quite a challenge. I learned recently that agave nectar is not raw. All of it is processed. So as a person who is now eating raw, I'm interested in learning more about lucuma powder.


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Many people think about starting up their own business at some stage in their lives. You may be one of these. You may have what you consider a great business idea which could be successful. However, there is much more to do before going ahead with formation of a company in UK. Factors which must be taken into consideration include the following:
- Funding your business – will you need to buy stock, rent office space and employ staff? All these can consume significant cash before you even get started, so you may well need to apply for a small business loan if you have insufficient personal funds. Allow plenty of time as this can be a lengthy process.
- Planning your business – a comprehensive business plan providing a clear vision for your business for the first year or so is vital, and will be essential if you are applying for funding.
- Market research – it is crucial to carry out thorough market research to confirm that there is a strong and enthusiastic market for your product(s)/service(s).
- Work/Life balance – if you have a family and home to support, you must think about how your new business will impact on your personal time and finances.
If and when you feel you are ready to start up your business, you must then decide on formation of a company in UK.
Most people choose limited company formation as this type of company is responsible for its own assets and debts, meaning that the owner will not be personally be at risk of losing their home or other assets. Although limited companies are the most popular type, there are also others which can be incorporated such as:
Ready Made and Aged Companies, Limited by Guarantee, Community Interest Companies, Charities, Limited Liability Partnerships, Flat Management, Right to Manage Companies and Public Limited Companies.
There are many UK company formation sites to be found online. Before deciding on one, you should check the various websites and see what they each offer. The most experienced and reputable ones will have all the information you need on their site, and also feedback from their customers. They will be registered with Companies House and will be able to efficiently and effectively incorporate a company on your behalf. You should have chosen a few possible company names. The formation company will check if any of these are available. All companies are required to have a unique name. Your chosen formation company will then check and electronically process all the official paperwork required regarding the new company. Most of these companies will offer a variety of packages ranging from basic to complete business packages, and will guide you to choose the pack best suited to your particular business requirements. The whole process will typically be completed within hours rather than days.
They will usually offer to set up a business bank account for you with one of the major banks.
If required, directors and a company secretary can be appointed during the formation process and a full range of post formation services including administration and information assistance will usually be available, if required.


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BEIJING — Foreign Minister Wang Yi expressed on March 8 his respect and gratitude to Chinese epidemic control experts and medical workers helping fight the Ebola epidemic in Africa.
Wang made the remarks at a press conference on the sidelines of the annual parliamentary session.
In the face of the Ebola epidemic, the biggest global public health crisis in nearly 30 years, China had sent more than 1,000 epidemic control experts and medical workers to Africa and built in a timely fashion treatment centers in the affected areas, he said.
China has also provided four batches of assistance worth a total of 750 million yuan ($122 million) to the affected countries and their neighbors in Africa, Wang said.


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Cult of the New Board Game Podcast Episode 038 – Jamaica vs Thunder Alley vs Race! Formula 90
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Episode 038! and the first game vs game… vs game! It's a racing Triple Threat as Jamaica, Thunder Alley and race! Formula 90 do battle. This episode also includes brief overview of games I've played recently and of course new releases, news and Kickstarter projects. Airecon tickets STILL available here


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Praiano, Amalfi Coast, Italy
Coogee Beach, Australia
Capri, Italy
Palermo, Italy
Positano, Italy
Monterosso, Cinque Terre, Italy
Secret St Tropez Beach, France
Coogee Beach, Australia
Having just returned from a dreamy beach vacation in the Cyclades, Greece, I was so thrilled when I stumbled upon this body of work by photographer Gray Malin who has taken nostalgic photos of some of the most beautiful beaches from around the world. It takes me right back to vacations past. Bonus: a selection of his prints are now on sale at One Kings Lane for a limited time only. Surf's up!
Gray Malin
Archival inkjet print on ultra premium luster paper
prices range from $150 - $3,000 / various sizes / Available: One Kings Lane


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This old whaling city has a growing community of artists, lofts carved out of old mills, cobblestone streets, a picturesque harbor, and stunning views from its coastline.
This is the image local leaders want to project of New Bedford, rather than what some may associate with the city: illegal immigration, gang violence, sensational crimes, and industrial pollution.
Now New Bedford officials are making the hard sell, trying to convince developers and investors that it is a choice location in which to start or to relocate a business.


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A SCOTTISH-backed conservation project is set to help save endangered sea turtles in the "jewel of Africa".
The Lamu region is home to half of all the turtle nests found along the coast of Kenya, but development of a major shipping port and destructive fishing are threatening their survival.
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Now an initiative set up by conservation charity WWF to protect the marine creatures has received a £250,000 funding boost from players of the Scottish-based People's Postcode Lottery.
The joint project will support local communities and groups working to protect turtles by patrolling coastal waters and egg-laying beaches, guarding nesting turtles and moving nests that are at risk of flooding.
The scheme will also mount a campaign to raise awareness of the conservation and cultural importance of turtles, and of freeing them when they are accidentally caught in fishing nets.
Sea turtles are one of the planet's most ancient creatures, dating back 110 million years to a time when dinosaurs roamed the earth.
Kenyan waters are home to five of the world's seven species of sea turtle – green, hawksbill, Olive Ridley, leatherback and loggerhead – all of which are red-listed by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) as critically endangered, endangered or vulnerable.
But in spite of enjoying legal protection under wildlife and fisheries acts, turtle populations in the country have declined by more than 80 per cent over the past 30 years.
It is estimated that 85 per cent of turtle deaths are caused by human activities, raising fears that these globally important creatures could be wiped out in East Africa in the next 50 years.
Turtle populations living around Lamu and its surrounding islands are at risk from illegal consumption and exploitation of the creatures and their eggs, destruction of nesting sites through illegal beach development, and damage to feeding grounds from pollution and unsustainable fishing methods.
Another factor is widespread poverty, which drives local communities to over-exploit both the turtles and their habitat.
WWF Scotland director Lang Banks welcomed the money and said: "With only one in every 1,000 newly hatched turtles surviving into adulthood, this important project will work with local communities to protect this vital marine environment.
"With the majority of the local population relying on fishing, the initiative will also help improve fishing practices while ensuring people have reliable and environmentally sustainable livelihoods.
"We're delighted that funding from the players of People's Postcode Lottery means we can now begin this work."
Simon Reeve, an ambassador for WWF's work in the region, has lent his support.
He said: "I'm acutely aware just how spectacular and precious this ecosystem is and the crucial role that marine turtles play in the health of the coral reef habitat – which in turn sustains the livelihoods of coastal communities under serious pressures. A huge thank you to players of People's Postcode Lottery for their special support."
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Alongside cleansers I think lip balms are my favourite beauty products! The ones from Fairfield Gardens are lovely. I feel there is always room in my stash for another lip balm!
I received one of their Spearmint & Fennel ones in a beauty box and Rosemary & Lemon Balm lip balm in the recent Love Lula GWP.
These award winning balms are handmade in Wales by Lillian and she tries to source almost all of the ingredients in the UK. The lip balms are Vegetarian and Cruelty Free as well as being free from mineral oils, paraffin, petroleum, synthetic fragrances and flavours, artificial colours and preservatives. Rosemary extract is used to preserve the balms.
They are great value at £3.89 (4.25g) and come in a range of interesting flavours.
Spearmint & Fennel is refreshing and soothing with a minty/aniseed taste. It leave the lips super nourished. Rosemary & Lemon Balm restores and protects chapped and dry lips. They both contain Rapeseed Oil, Organic Beeswax, Oat Kernel Oil and Rosemary extract and essential oils.
Have you tried these lip balms? What's your favourite lip balm flavour?


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Triplets Puzzle - Solution
The Puzzle:
Victor, an old friend of the family's, came over one day and as usual he didn't know who was who, so he asked each of them one question.
Victor asked the sister that was sitting on the left, "Which sister is in the middle of you three?" and the answer he received was, "Oh, that's Sarah."
Victor then asked the sister in the middle, "What is your name?" The response given was, "I'm Sally."
Victor turned to the sister on the right, then asked, "Who is that in the middle?" The sister then replied, "She is Sue."
This confused Victor; he had asked the same question three times and received three different answers.
Who was who?
Our Solution:The first one cannot be Sarah, because that would make the first one a liar. The second one cannot be Sarah for the same reason. So, the third sister must be Sarah. This means the middle one is Sue and the only one left is Sally.
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Anderson Silva v. Forrest Griffin – I'm very intrigued by this bout. Future analysis to follow.
Keith Jardine v. Thiago Silva – This fight is going to be a real test for Silva. If he drops this fight to Jardine, then he's going to be relegated to lower level contendership for several fights, while a win can throw him back in the hunt. Keith Jardine could use a quality win, but I don't think a loss will have a huge bearing on his current status. Future analysis to follow.


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Dr. Richard Tahvildaran-Jesswein (Office Phone 310-434-3541)
Political Science 1 – National & California Governments
Globalyceum Exam No. 2
1. De Tocqueville saw political groups as a "necessary evil" in American democracy.
a. FALSE
b. TRUE
2. If more political centrists were elected to Congress
a. It would probably work less well with the president.
b. It would lead to the election of more third-party candidates.
c. It would not be able to decide on anything.
d. There would be less gridlock.
3. In The Federalist, No. 10, Madison argued
a. All of these
b. That "the various and unequal distribution of property" fueled faction.
c. That those who had and did not have property would always be contending with one another and form interest groups to carry on their battles.
d. That faction and class divisions fueled populist uprisings.
4. In the 1940s and 50s, why did African American civil rights organizations pursue their agenda in the federal courts?
a. The federal court finally had more Democratic than Republican appointees.
b. The Congress in this period was actually hostile to their cause.
c. The state courts were sympathetic but weak.
d. The presidents in this period did not support their cause.
5. Which of the following statements about conservatives is true?
a. Conservatives tend to favor higher taxes.
b. None of these.
c. Conservatives tend to support larger government.
d. Conservatives tend to favor more government regulation of business.
6. Affirmative advocacy
a. Has a proactive agenda
b. Actively seeks out coalitions and works with others at the state and local level
c. All of these
d. Looks for over-represented and under-represented issues in setting the agenda for activity
7. Which of the following is NOT a social movement?
a. The Tea Party
b. EPA
c. #Black Lives Matter
d. DREAMers
8. According to Jackson, the digital revolution has given us more information about the candidates,
a. But the information is not always accurate.
b. But it is not very detailed.
c. And the information is usually quite accurate.
d. And the candidates usually approve of the things written about them.
9. An example of an organization which claims to represent a large demographic group is
a. All of these.
b. The Japanese American Citizen's Leagues (JACL).
c. The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP).
d. The National Organization of Women (NOW).
10. American political parties
a. Have become essential to democracy, according to most scholars.
b. Make democracy possible, according to Greenberg and Page.
c. All of these.
d. Have become an integral part of American politics.
11. What is incumbency advantage?
a. The candidate listed at the top of the ballot is more likely to get elected.
b. The incumbent has a very good chance of getting re-elected if he or she runs again.
c. The candidate uses his position to enrich him or herself.
d. The candidate can tap into the federal government to get money to run for re-election.
12. The Electoral College was created
a. In 1824 and then later adapted in 1870, to make sure that the popular vote of the people was counted properly.
b. In 1787, when the Constitution was written.
c. In 1867, after the assassination of Abraham Lincoln, when Congress decided to elect the president by popular vote of the people.
d. In 1801, after the first disastrous presidential election when two people were elected for president--Thomas Jefferson and Aaron Burr.
13. Extreme and persistent polarization of members of Congress has been a feature of American politics since about
a. The 1960s.
b. The late 1970s
c. 2008.
d. WWII.
14. An example of a "public good" is
a. National defense.
b. All of these.
c. Firefighters.
d. Public libraries.
15. The higher your income status, the more likely you are to
a. All of these.
b. Do political campaign work.
c. Participate in a political campaign meeting.
d. Give a political campaign donation.
16. Where are red states located geographically in the US?
a. On the coasts
b. On the West Coast and around the Great Lakes
c. In the Midwest and the South
d. In the Midwest
17. When the Founders drafted the US Constitution, Senators were elected by
a. The voters directly.
b. None of these.
c. Members of the state legislatures.
d. The Electoral College.
18. The four types of issues that advocacy groups deal with are
a. Universal issues, majority issues, discrimination issues, and advantaged sub-group issues
b. Universal discrimination issues, majority-minority issues, advantage sub-group issues, and disadvantaged sub-group issues
c. Universal issues, majority issues, disadvantaged sub-group issues, and advantaged sub-group issues
d. Majority issues, disadvantaged sub-group issues, advantaged sub-group issues, and Social Security issues
19. Between 1988 and 2014, the political identification that has grown the most is
a. Democrat
b. Republican
c. None has grown significantly
d. Independent
20. One method that schools use to politically socialize young people is
a. Ask students to read newspapers.
b. Ask student to participate in mock elections.
c. Tell students who to vote for.
d. Ask students to watch TV news.
21. In addition to the legislative branch, advocacy groups target the executive and judicial branches.
a. FALSE
b. TRUE
22. Which country has mandatory voting laws?
a. South Africa
b. The United States
c. Great Britain
d. Turkey
23. Intersectional marginalized people are
a. Those who have multiple historic disadvantages in the political system, such as women of color.
b. Those who are marginalized in some states or regions but not in others.
c. Those who have tried to work within the political process but are forced to "go to the streets" to advocate for their issues.
d. Those who do not agree with the Republican or Democratic Parties' principles.
24. According to Jackson, primary election debates are very important because
a. The debates educate the voters about new issues and party positions on those issues.
b. All of these.c. Lesser-known candidates can get recognition with a good debate performance.d. Voters can compare the many candidates side by side.
25. James Madison
a. All of these.
b. Said that "liberty is to faction what air is to fire."
c. Thought that factions would simply turn into political parties and become harmless.
d. Believed that political interest groups should be suppressed.
26. Voters who like a third party are nevertheless inclined to vote for a dominant party candidate for fear they will waste their votes.
a. FALSE
b. TRUE
27. According to the political scientist, V.O. Key,
a. The party in the electorate consist of voters who identify with it consistently and support its candidates regularly in elections.
b. All of these.
c. The party in government includes appointees and elected officials who run for office under the party's label.
d. The party organization refers to its relatively permanent structure.
28. It is sometimes called "first-past-the-post" and sometimes "winner-take-all," but this kind of election means
a. The top two candidates have to have a run off election.
b. The candidates have to have run-off elections until one wins two thirds of the votes.
c. None of these.
d. No matter how many votes are cast and how many candidates the one with the most votes wins.
29. Because of the winner-take-all Electoral College system, a presidential candidate with a narrow popular vote win
a. Will only show a very small margin in the Electoral College vote.
b. Can still have a very large margin of victory in the Electoral College vote.
c. None of these.
d. Will have about the same percentages in the Electoral College.
30. The "explosion" of national advocacy groups representing people of color, women, and low-income people resulted in
a. None of these.
b. Nearly 10,000 groups.
c. Actually a pretty small number--only 200 groups.
d. The founding of over 700 groups.
31. What does the unit rule mean?
a. When the candidate wins 270 units, he or she becomes president of the US.
b. A candidate gets the proportion of the Electoral College votes that corresponds with the percentage of votes he or she won.
c. When a candidate wins most of the popular votes in a state, he or she takes all of the Electoral College votes.
d. There are only five units in the country, and the presidential candidate must win at least 3 of these.
32. The women's movement can be very active on an issue such as affirmative action in higher education, which afffects their more affluent members, but overlook welfare reform, an important issue for their more disadvantaged or marginalized members.
a. FALSE
b. TRUE
33. Strolovitch has found that African American organizations are likely to
a. Spend more time on issues supporting their advantaged sub-groups, like affirmative action in higher education.
b. Spend more time on issues that affect African American women, like childcare
c. Spend more time on issues that affect African American men, like prison reform.
d. Spend more time on issues supporting their disadvantaged subgroups, like welfare reform.
34. The main agents of political socialization are
a. Community leaders.
b. Schools.
c. All of these.
d. Family.
35. The Electoral College reflects in its numbers
a. The methods described in the 13th Amendment.
b. Decisions made in a bill that is passed in Congress the year before the election.
c. The representation in the Senate and House.
d. The selection of the electors of the College each election year.
36. Who is a single-issue voter?
a. Someone who only casts a vote when his or issue is on the ballot.
b. Someone who is only interested in domestic issues and not foreign policy.
c. Someone who works for issues campaigns and does not vote for candidates.
d. Someone who has a strong opinion on a single issue so that he or she only considers that issue when voting.
37. Universal issues
a. Affect all people in the US, regardless of race, gender, sexuality, disability, etc.
b. Affect all able-bodied people, but not the disabled.
c. Affect citizens but not immigrants.
d. Refer mostly to issues that affect the majority white population, not minorities.
38. Are Americans more likely to vote in presidential elections than other types of elections?
a. No, because Americans are more interested in local issues.
b. Only in years when the presidential election is particularly interesting.
c. Yes, consistently American participate in presidential elections over other elections.
d. No, Americans like to vote for direct democracy issues rather than indirect democracy representation.
39. Why are interest groups, political organiztions, and social movements so numerous in the US?
a. Because of the 1st Amendment, which protects speech. association, and the right to petition the government for redress of grievances.
b. Because federalism and the separation of powers have created multiple points of access to political institutions.
c. All of these.
d. Because the way people are elected to Congress does not do a very good job of representing minorities, who have to find other ways of getting their needs met.
40. In an open primary, Independents
a. Are only allowed to vote if they register with one of the parties.
b. Are allowed to vote for only two candidates.
c. Are allowed to vote for a candidate from one of the political parties.
d. Are not allowed to vote for a candidate from one of the political parties.
41. Voters in the Millennial Generation (born 1981-2000), are more likely to Independents than Democrats or Republicans and more likely to be Republicans than Democrats.
a. TRUE
b. FALSE
42. As sample size increases, the margin of error
a. Is greater than or equal to the margin of error.
b. Increases.
c. Decreases.
d. Stays the same.
43. When is the candidate's website NOT a good source of information?
a. To find more information about the candidate's biography.
b. To find out which prominent people and organizations support the candidate.
c. To find out more about the candidate's positions on the issues.
d. To find an unbiased account of the candidate's voting history.
44. According to Jackson, the candidates use presidential debates
a. All of these.
b. To show empathy for voters' problems.
c. To distinguish themselves on the issues.
d. To introduce their favorable personal characteristics to the voters.
45. An example of an interest group offering a benefit to encourage people to join their organization is a. Congressmen providing assistance to constituents.
b. The American Association of Retire People (AARP) offering travel discounts.
c. Hospitals offering charitable care to indigent patients.
d. District attorneys offering reduced sentences for testimony about a crime.
46. According to the political scientist Marjorie Hershey,
a. The Federalist Party, the Democratic-Republican Party, and the Whig Party have not been active since the 19th century.
b. All of these.
c. The Democratic Party and Republican Party have dominated the Congress and the presidency since 1860.
d. There have been only five major political parties in all of US history.
47. Pluralists in the 19th century believed that
a. Interest groups would always form.
b. Interest groups would always pursue their own political interests vigorously.
c. No single interest would win or lose all of the time.
d. All of these.
48. "Blue Dog Democrats" are
a. Democrats from the "blue" states.
b. Democrats who support labor unions.
c. Democrats who are conservative on economic issues.
d. Liberal Democrats who always vote along party lines.
49. When women's groups wanted to fight pregnancy discrimination in the 1970s,
a. All of these.
b. They chose a legislative and an executive strategy.
c. They went to Congress
d. They went to the the Equal Opportunity Commission (EEOC).
50. Small racial, ethnic, or religious groups in the US
a. Don't have quotas for seats in the schools or government as they do in India.
b. Do not have a party which is dedicated to their interests.
c. Do not have legislative representation as is the cases in other countries with proportional representation.
d. All of these.


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( Abel and I, college graduation)
Wow, I feel like it was only a few moments ago that my entire family was crammed inside of that delivery room with Mom waiting for kid number six to arrive. We all wondered if it would be girl #6 or would we all be surprised with a boy?! Mom was exhausted and this baby was a big one. Next thing I know the doctor is holding up a big screaming baby announcing " it's a boy!!!" whoa. waaaaiiiit a minute. I vividly remember standing in the corner thinking " no, it's always been a girl, a boy?! no way!!!!" it took a moment for the reality of the situation to sink in, but when the doctor called me over and gave me the opportunity to cut the cord I was most definitely looking at a bright red, screaming, dark headed baby boy. The entire family was thrilled! I don't know how many times I asked Mom for a baby brother, being the tomboy of the family I needed a partner in crime and a little brother was the perfect solution. Now he was finally here and Abel James has been a blessing to us all ever since! Abel is a crazy smart kid with a lot of personality and the sarcastic humor of my father. He has put up with a lot growing up with five older sisters these past ten years but let me tell you, he takes it all in stride and keeps us on our toes. Abel and I have spent many afternoons playing football, learning how to ride horses, catching critters and exploring. He loves to build, create, and fix things and with his incredibly deep voice for his age you would think he was already a little man. Abel and I may have eleven years separating us but that doesn't stop us from having a great time. Abel sure can be an ornery little brother sometimes but I love him to pieces.
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Cruel and heartless medical industry
So I became sick (cold or god knows what-np fever but a lot of mucus, runny nose, weakness etc) yesterday. I was assigned a new patient for today (home health) at my part time job (I have two home health jobs). So I called my patient family told them that I'm too weak and dizzy to drive long distance (it is far away), the family was very understanding, then called my boss who totally ate my alive, she said that being sick is not an excuse and nurses dont get sick and that the doctor will be extremely upset, she also knows I'm three moths pregnant and I refuse to jeopardize my as well as my baby health/life. Of course I didnt tell her that, I just apologized, then she said that now she will have to go to see the patient, I wanted to tell her so badly "Excuse me s... happens and I drive long distances every day so your crown wont fall of out your head if you do this once, for you really sick and pregnant employee, who has been a loyal worker. I wanted to tell her that that my health is more important than job and the patient is not even critical, he is at home..I just dont understand lack of compassion for sick nurses.
About Blackheartednurse
Joined: Sep '09; Posts: 1,431; Likes: 751Mar 4, '12That doesn't sound like an issue of the medical industry, that just sounds like an issue of one particular person. I'm sorry that happened. I'm sure she was probably just upset at getting no notice of a sick call and having to cover it herself on a weekend. Certainly not an excuse to take it out on you, of course.
OTOH, going out to see a patient when you're under the weather is not going to risk your baby's life. No sense in being hyperbolic about it. Of course, it was a good decision for your patient's sake, though.Last edit by klone on Mar 4, '12Mar 4, '12That sucks. Home Health is tough that way - no float pool to pull from.
How long a notice did you give?Mar 4, '12Quote from BlackheartednurseYou said you were afebrile. Calling in sick to work because you "might develop a fever" should get you yelled at.how about if I develop a fever? Did you know that overheating can cause birth defects?\
I hope you feel better soon.Mar 4, '12Quote from BlackheartednurseI'm sorry you are sick, but you have to give more notice than, as you put it "I didn't give one."I didnt give her notice because I couldnt get up from bed until 2 pm
If you were truly so sick you could simply not get out of bed to make a phone call, then you should be in the ER.Mar 4, '12I have been with home health for two years and never called off, not even once, last year I also had cold but refused to call in and then I had complication and had an ear infection, so I promised myself that I will never work sick again.Mar 4, '12you dont know my situation so please dont judge me.I was actually choking on mucus and lying in the bed helped me to deal with it (I know strange). I didnt let her know yesterday because I felt that I might get better today, I guess it just prove thay some nurses really dont have compassion.Mar 4, '12no I should go in and develop complications better yet I should spread my cold to my patient or even better I should have a car crash due to being dizzy, just because I'm a nurse and have no right to get sick.Mar 4, '12Quote from BlackheartednurseAs much as I hate sounding like my father, if you really were that sick you and I wouldn't be exchanging notes on an internet message board.you dont know my situation so please dont judge me.I was actually choking on mucus and lying in the bed helped me to deal with it (I know strange). I didnt let her know yesterday because I felt that I might get better today, I guess it just prove thay some nurses really dont have compassion.Mar 4, '12like I said my sickness comes and go...at that time I could barely talk now I had to get up take my meds and eat.Mar 4, '12anyway I hope for your sake you wont get sick to the point when you too afraid to drive long distance and someone will laugh at you.
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So last Wednesday our first trucks rolled out of the courtyard loading dock with Kenzinger, Walt Wit, and Rowhouse Red. Kegs were tapped throughout the city - many immediately. Reports have been very positive so far and I've been told that by Friday we already had a few calls for re-orders!
Phoodie.com has a preliminary list: http://www.phoodie.info/2008/03/05/phoodie-exclusive-philadelphia-brewing-company-debut-taps-revealed/
New Bold IPA will debut at The Brewer's Plate on Sunday and will roll out for deliveries to local bars just in time for Beer Week.
I'm anxious to continue to get feedback (and orders) for all of these beers. In the meantime we'd better make some more.
Saturday, March 8, 2008
Go get some!
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John, Got a chance to try the Kenzinger at the Grey Lodge on Sunday. A little bit "Hoppier" than I expected and believe you me I am NOT in the least bit dissapointed.
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Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper.
On a work surface carefully brush a sheet of phyllo with melted butter and sprinkle it with 1 to 2 tablespoons sugar. Cut 6 strips from top to bottom 3 inches wide.
Place a cube of cream cheese, a piece of dried plum, some chopped walnuts, and a piece of candied orange peel at the end of each strip. Fold them into triangles by folding the dough over itself as if folding a flag. Place them on the sheet pan. Brush the tops of the triangles with butter and a final sprinkling with sugar.
Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until the phyllo is golden brown. Let cool and serve within 6 hours sprinkled with powdered sugar.


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World War Z
by Justin Jasso (@jjasso007)
It feels like, over the last decade, zombies have become the "go to" horror bad guy, with vampires a distant second (and yes, that means the sparkly vampires also). With the huge success that is The Walking Dead, and films like 28 Days Later, Zombieland, Shaun of the Dead, and the Resident Evil saga, it's a no brainer that producers will keep going back to the zombie well until it is dried up. The latest entrance into the zombie genre is Marc Forster's World War Z. Based on a book by Max Brook, the zombies are not the slow walkers found elsewhere, which adds to the terror and suspense as we view from the safety of the theater.
The film begins in Philadelphia with retired military investigator, Gerry (Brad Pitt) having a morning with his wife and two daughters. On a morning drive into town is when the zombie invasion hits Philadelphia and Gerry must do what is necessary to get his family to safety. Calling a longtime friend, Gerry is able to get his family out safely but at a price: he's now obligated to help the military determine how to fight this invasion. The plan: go with an epidemiologist and SEAL team to the reported location of the "first" incident, or, in other words, patient zero. So it's a race against time for Gerry and the team to find patient zero, and possibly a cure, before there isn't any civilization left.
The first problem with World War Z came in 2012 prior to the film's initial release. After advanced screenings found audiences utterly disliking the third act of the film, the producers decided to rewrite and reshoot the entire third act, which pushed the film's release to summer of 2013. Now the ending, purportedly, is much better but still leaves something to be desired. The next problem with the film is the PG-13 rating. With this rating, they opened it up to a wider, immediate, target audience, but at what price? Well much of the gore is all off-screen, or is cut away before the audience witnesses anything. They also use much shakier, hand-held shots and odd camera angles to make viewing what is happening that much harder. In the end, it takes some of what a horror, suspenseful, zombie film should be.
At its best, World War Z ratchets up the intensity and suspense, creating seat-gripping moments where we are brought to the forefront with our characters in life and death situations. Two particular scenes come to mind, one at an airport and one within a medical facility, but I won't give anything away. In terms of the acting, the action primarily follows Brad Pitt, and he plays the role of an everyday hero well enough. You are not getting Rambo or Jason Bourne here. He's able to use a gun but he's not going to shoot the wings off of a fly or save the world with his fighting prowess. Pitt is also not asked to stretch his acting talents in this role, but it is a zombie film and, let's be honest… you don't necessarily go to a film of this type hoping to see Daniel Day Lewis-quality acting.
World War Z, for being a big summer film, still left me longing to find that one great blockbuster of the season. While it provides great action sequences and great suspense, the flaws keep it from being up there with summer greats. And while Iron Man 3, Star Trek Into Darkness and Man of Steel have all been fun, none of them have hit it out of the park. But there are still plenty of summer films to come, and hopefully, we'll have something truly fantastic. But until then, World War Z is a nice diversion for a hot summer day, albeit not the best.
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I am fed up with this backbiting by people who want to be thought important and don't care about the impact of what they are doing.
I would not have a clue about selecting a Supreme Court Justice. Thankfully, I do not have to because we have a President who has demonstrated that he does have a clue.
I want everybody to shut up and let the Senate hearings proceed.
Lowell at HedgeHog Blog is a lawyer and has some good observations about the critics of this nominee. Like this..
Wow. If you support the president on the Miers nomination you're blind; if you oppose him, you're still loyal to the president, but you can see - better than the president himself can. The anti-Miers people are the ones truly loyal to GWB. They're just trying to save him from himself.
Read the rest.
Given today's news that Ms. Miers has withdrawn, I thank her for being a good soldier and wish her well.


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Nymph's Flow
Jocyn Elmaran
Carefree Bard and Storyteller
Jocyn is the only real entertainment in the town, having settled here 4 years ago after a fight with orcs up near the Belkzen border left him with a crippled leg. Despite his injury, Jocyn is a capable performer, working with a variety of instruments and performance styles.
Jocyn lives in one of the rooms above the Seven Silvers Tavern, where he performs nightly. He has a very loose style and relatively carefree nature which make him a rather friendly and popular man about town.
Occasionally his drunken ramblings hint of a terror in his past that he refuses to speak of any other time.


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Nandanaa Raju(6)
Creative Writing Task 1
Earliest Memories
My brother was admiring himself in the mirror. Probably, proud that he got his new year T-shirt. His eyes were gleaming with pride, his hands adjusting his shirt and his stiff hair. His face had a child-like glee.
A place where I always wanted to play. Even though I could not there all the time, my heart always yearns to be there. The corridor outside my house but in India. I did not need toys and objects to place with sand but just friends.
My sofa which was with me since the day I shifted to a house in Singapore. It has been always with me and will be with me forever. It was with my when I played, laughed, talked, cried, slept, ate, studied and more. Even though is also my age, it takes good care of me and is beside me all the time. I love my sofa. It is not only a sofa but also a soulmate.


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Video Game HalftimeJune 16, 2008
I am a sucker for marching bands, drum corps, halftime shows and the like. If the D.C. area had a decent drum corps (hell, if it had ANY drum corps) within reasonable driving distance, I would possibly still be in one. My summer with the Reading Buccaneers was awesome, but that is way too far to drive every summer weekend. I am also, as anyone who knows me is well aware, an avid video gamer, much as I would like to stop.
So the below halftime show for Cal vs. Washington State in 2007 was pretty much ideal for me. I only regret that a video has not surfaced taken from center field from the "correct" side of the field. Picture your TV set upside down… and enjoy!
Bonus points if you can identify every video game shown.


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