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morning everyone
so...my future in-laws arrive tomorrow, and the mean cheese arrives tonight, so soon...very soon the quiet house will be no more, it will be filled with family for the next week straight.
now, I am really private so any house guest situation always has me nervous, not upset mind you, but nervous....I think I get this from my mom.
Last night I was in near tears and said to my bubs "I'm so nervous about this week" and in his wonderful way he asked me honestly "why are you nervous? everything will be fine." I know he's right, in my head I know it.
So..................the other day we went downtown to the courthouse to get our marriage license, we wanted to get there early, before 9:00am so we would not have to wait. So we get downtown and it's about 8:50 and we find a parking spot on the street only a couple blocks away...
it's a nice day, no rain, but cold as we trek to the courthouse, once there we realize that the woman issuing our license is one of my bubs' best friends mom. It really is a small world/big city kind of moment.
so we fill out the paperwork, take the oath where we have to swear we are not cousins (yeah...I don;t remember having to do this in NH for my first wedding....is there a big problem of cousins trying to marry each other in Ohio??). Then we pay our money and we are out the door...it was quick and painless....we are back outside at 9:15am, in that short time it has warmed up a bit and the walk back to the van is nice, we're both feeling good, a weight has been lifted off of us as really we are now "this close" to being married.
Then as we are walking my bubs says to me...."where's the van?"
Um...yeah, the van was gone.
My heart starts going crazy, we walk up and down the street again...did we somehow miss it in our marriage haze...no, the van is no longer there.
now, the van is crappy and I can;t believe anyone in their right mind would steal it, but where could it be??? We put more than enough money in the meter, 2 hours worth.
So we run across the street to a parking lot attendant and security guard.
We ask if he saw our white van....he was out there when we parked not 30 minutes ago and walked right by him. he tells us "yeah, they towed it"
Why did they do that?
He tells us we were not supposed to park there before 9:00am
Oh fuck.....
well my bubs and I are st a loss...where do we go, who do we talk to???
he tells us with no remorse in his voice, "you need to talk to the city"
well what in the hell does that mean??? scream to the buildings, the sidewalk, the Somali Sausage vendor on the corner????
He then goes on to explain that we have to go to the impound lot to get it back, he goves us directions to get there, at first he tells us it's 3 blocks, but then tells us it's 5 blocks, and then another 2 blocks...
well we get the directions and we start walking....now we are fans of walking that does not bother us, but he obviously has no clue what a city block really is, because this was more like 10 blocks and then another 4...but whatever.
luckily I am not wearing heels.
So we get to the impound lot, and go inside....and they tell us it will be $175 to get the car back.
how f-ing ridiculous is that??? I mean really, first they tow us for 10 minutes...and now we have to pay $175 when the van has not even been there a full hour.
we pay the money, we have to
we leave, we sulk, we swear....how did our good day go so bad...how did the $60 license turn into a several hundred dollar fiasco???
so that was our Wednesday...our last "day off" before the insanity...sounds relaxing, huh??
oh well....it's our luck right??? We always joke that we used up any good luck we might have had in finding each other again...no wonder everything else sucks.
I will try to update again before the wedding...which is 5 days away. I keep wondering if I should stop eating now so I can look just a little thinner for the ceremony???


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Today the Liberals tabled their proposed legislation to regulate assisted suicide and euthanasia in Canada. I wrote about this issue a few weeks ago when a Parliamentary Committee issued a set of appalling recommendations to those drafting the law, and I had intended to return to the topic occasionally, but, alas, blogging is only my fourth job, and sometimes I don't find the time.
The good news is that the proposed law ignores most of the recommendations from the Parliamentary Committee. It's still a terrible law, inasmuch as it legalizes assisted suicide and euthanasia, but it is not as terrible as it might have been, and that is a significant victory. Almost all of the commentary in Canada's leading papers over the past few weeks was critical of the original recommendations, and perhaps that helped. Many people have been working hard over the last month or two to convince Parliament to introduce safeguards and restrictions into the law, and they deserve some credit for the fact that we're staring down a law that's not quite as dire as it might have been.
The proposed law differs from the recommendations insofar as it restricts these "procedures" to adults, disallows advance directives, requires a minimum waiting period (15 days) except in exceptional circumstances, and places stricter requirements on who would be eligible (tending toward only terminal patients, although it doesn't say so directly). The law — which I have not actually been able to find yet — is apparently silent on the issues of who will be coerced into participation and to what extent, leaving those details up to the provinces or the regulatory medical Colleges. The proposed law does apparently specify that regulations should "respect the personal convictions of health care providers." What that will mean in practice is hard to say.
So, overlooking the fact that such a law cuts the heart out of the medical profession, undermines the oath each physician took, concedes that people have a constitutional right to require another to commit a grave evil, is confused about whether suicide is good or bad, accepts that killing is an acceptable response to suffering, and provides for a group of Canadian citizens to legally kill another group of Canadian citizens, we can be fairly pleased with this development.
UPDATE: Andrew Coyne, writing for The National Post, has been one of the most astute commentators on the euthanasia ruling and legislation. His column today is no exception. He argues that once one concedes that killing people (or helping them kill themselves) can be an act of beneficence it becomes impossible to impose restrictions on the practice. This is not even a slippery slope argument; it's just a logical one:
For the logic of assisted suicide permits no other outcome. Once suicide has been accepted, as a formal matter of law, not as something we should wish at all times to prevent, but as relief from intolerable suffering; once it has been established that an individual has a right to such relief, not by his own hand but by another's; once assisting in suicide has been transformed from a crime into a public service, there is no grounds to limit that relief, that right or that service to some sufferers and not to others.
I believe he is right about that. The sad game is, very probably, up. All in time.

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Alternate name considered for this blog, or one that, perhaps, should have been: Going to California With An Aching In My Heart. I rarely drive but had a rental car the other day. While stuck in traffic hell my world was made brighter for approximately three-and-a-half minutes when Led Zeppelin's 'Going to California' came on the radio. I had not heard the song in ages as I don't listen to much classic rock anymore. Great song.
Wednesday, July 23, 2008
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We got up early and Andy went to cook me breakfast, but I asked if he would mind just getting us some good cereal. When my family came in December I bought half a dozen over-sized boxes of cereal that were never eaten, so for the past 7 months we've been eating stale shredded wheat and raisin bran. Today my yogurt Cheerios with banana slices were the best cereal I'd ever tasted.
Luckily, Andy wasn't traveling today so we were able to spend a lot of time together, we went out to eat at Sweetwater (yummy chocolate waffles), took a nap, and ended the day playing the Wii and watching a chic flick.
My sister Ruthie had balloons delivered to my door. She had given me a present in Utah at my early party, but wanted me to have something special for today. I love balloons. They always make things seem happy and festive.
My stash. Andy's parents sent me a bluetooth mouse which is fabulous with my new laptop, Andy gave me a bluetooth headset and Wii Fit (which is awesome - like in Yoga when they keep saying "keep your center of balance" and you're like, what does that even mean? well this literally shows you when you're keeping it and not, so you know exactly how it's supposed to feel. It weighs you, tells you your BMI, sets up an exercise plan, everything), and I got misc. gift cards and movies from my family.


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Tuesday, March 9, 2010
Hijab: The Bond We Share
as-salaam aleikum wa rahmatullahi wa barakatuh,
The first time I felt ashamed I didn't yet start wearing hijab was at a cafe with a Muslim friend who wore it. She was getting stares from others and although she could have been more graceful in her confrontation with them, I had no clue what she was going through since no one could tell I was Muslim. I felt how unfair it was to her that she was alone at our table in feeling the negative stares.
It was one of the things that helped push me to slowly start wearing hijab. Shortly thereafter I started to really feel a bond with other sisters who wore it as well.
It was the bond I felt when I was new to wearing hijab--I was so self-conscious of the people who would stare--but all of that would disappear the moment I would see another sister and we would exchange greetings and smiles. Mashallah.
It was the bond I felt while in the London Heathrow Airport, and a sister came to speak to me while I was in the restroom freshening up. We ended up spending about 3 hours together chatting, laughing and having fun while we were both waiting for our flights. Mashallah.
It was the bond I felt in China, waiting for my connecting flight to Japan, where other Muslim sisters and I ran into each other and we greeted each other, and then exchanged some pleasant conversations about where we were from and where we were going. Mashallah.
It was the bond that I felt in Japan, at a subway station, off on the other side of where I was, I saw a group of young sisters, who noticed me at about the same time. Then came the biggest smiles on their faces--you could see the excitement in their expressions--to see another sister, in a country where there aren't all that many Muslims. Although we could only wave at each other, I said "as-salaam aleikum" to them in my heart :) Mashallah.
And it is a bond, while in Munich, where there were many Emirati sisters in hijab and abaya, with whom we exchanged smiles from a distance, and with some, "Salaam aleikum"as we walked past each other. Mashallah
And it was the bond I definitely missed, while traveling in Italy earlier this year, where most days I never saw a women in hijab (in fact I only saw one every few days), in a country where I felt a lot of negative stares (I do just want to let everyone know it wasn't so bad I could not enjoy my vacation there, but it was definitely noticeable.)
It is so nice to be able to easily recognize another Muslim sister wherever you go. The bond may be less enhanced in highly Muslim-populated cities and countries, it definitely is still there. It is the bond of knowing we are inshallah doing it for Allah subhanahu wa ta'ala, and we are going through similar struggles and experiences, both positive and negative, in whatever places we encounter each other in.
This post is not to criticize sisters who do not, or do not yet wear hijab. Inshallah Allah gives all of you who are considering to start wearing hijab the strength and patience to do so, and that you will soon get to experience this bond we share. You are strong enough to do it. I know you are :)
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thanks for your support..ReplyDelete
1 day i will wear hijab :)
This post made me cry.. Subhana'Allah! you know, outta of all religions, us Muslims are the only ones that can tell what religion we are. Just by the head scarf. What a beautiful beautiful post. I felt the same way as you, in Germany. Subhana'Allah.ReplyDelete
mashaAllah, love this post! I totally understand the bond and the excitement you feel seeing other sisters in hijab. I lived in a small town with 5 or less people in hijab so it was exciting to see any if I went out or went on a vacation somewhere else =) alhamdulilah I live in a very muslim populated area now yay <3ReplyDelete
ann, inshallah ((hugs back))ReplyDelete
Texan in UAE, yes, it is wonderful to be able to recognize each other wherever we may be. And it is a strong bond we have, isn't it? :D
Asalamu aliakum!ReplyDelete
What a beautiful post <3 I loved it <3 MashaAllah <3
oh i looooove this post ! its soo true mashaAllah! I always feel this when im traveling. Or even here.ReplyDelete
Big hugs to u! great post! love u loads
- AnonymousMarch 10, 2010 at 4:53 PM
Assalam alaikum!ReplyDelete
A lovely picture!
I used to feel the same when I lived in non Muslim countries. I was always so happy to see women in head scarves! Like seeing some of my relatives. And we are in a way one family, one tribe, one community- a Musim ummah even though we are of different backgrounds, skin color and speak different languages. One of the things that attracted me to Islam was this bond between Muslims. Before Islam I lived in the world where women were rivals... And I saw that Muslim women were... sisters. I wanted to be like that too - a sister for another woman.(and with Islam my attitude towards other women did change a lot)
I'll never forget seeing two American Muslim women of Arabic descent. It was in one of Chicago malls. they were probably a mother (or a mother in law) and a daughter. Both wearing elegant beige/ lilac abayat with matching headscarves. They looked like ladies, elegant, modest and respectful, serene. I gazed at them secretly with curiosity, wishing I could be a part of their decent world.
Asalamu Alaikum, Aww Mashallah beautiful post. I know how that feels! It's an awesome feeling.ReplyDelete
just checking if it works.. =))ReplyDelete
- AnonymousMarch 11, 2010 at 1:47 PM
cool! b-(ReplyDelete
sis Zaiynab--oops sorry I forgot to reply to you...ReplyDelete
living in a small town does really enhance that bond, doesn't it? And its so nice to know there are others who understand the strength it takes to wear it and any negativity you may receive from it.
Amina, welcome to my blog, thank you :)
OmAbdullah, It is so nice Mashallah!
"And we are in a way one family, one tribe, one community- a Musim ummah even though we are of different backgrounds, skin color and speak different languages."
Yes!! Mashallah :X
Amira, welcome to my blog thank you!! :)
MashaAllah, I love this post! And obviously, all of us hijabis would know exactly what you're talking about.ReplyDelete
Wow, it seems like you do alot of travelling sis, inshaAllah one day ill get the same experience too. :)
welcome :)
inshallah you will :)
- AnonymousApril 11, 2010 at 3:46 AM
awwww i love this post. this reminds me the time my family and i were at new zealand. i was 17 that time and that time i wasnt fully wearing hijab bcoz my mum was concern of our safety since im the only daughter wearing hijab in malaysia( but still not full time wearing. P/s: i can say it was jahilliyah time =)) ) while we were at the market, my mum was standing alone waiting for us because my sister and i were looking for some souvenirs to buy. and then she saw a group of african muslim women were looking at her. she just smiled at them and they smiled back. n she told us that maybe they were happy to see a muslim lady around as u know its quite rare to see muslim and for sure they were wondering where on earth my mum came from since she was wearing a mother goose hijab ( its da square hijab n my mum would tie it up in a shape of a ribbon under her jaw) and might think that she is chinese because she is fair n has small eyes but not really the almond shape of eyesReplyDelete
Assalaamu Alaikum!!ReplyDelete
Thanks Twizzle for commenting on my blog :). Masha'Allah what a nice post, and I totally second the awkwardness of traveling in Italy while wearing hijab.....very uncomfortable.


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Hexham Town Council has produced a Town Plan which it published in 2013. You can download a copy from this link.
Hexham Business Improvement District
Hexham Community Partnership is working with businesses in the town to help develop plans for a Business Improvement District. The first open event for businesses was held on 30th April in the Beaumont Hotel. To be added to the mailing list and be kept up to date on progress email: email@example.com
Visit the Hexham BID's website for more details
Stepping into Spring – April 2015 in the Great Hall at Hexham Abbey
The Stepping into Spring event was a great success and was the result of a huge amount of work with a wide range of partners. Squeezed into the glorious Great Hall at Hexham Abbey it demonstrated clearly what a wealth of opportunity the town offers. Ensuring that all are able to take advantage of these opportunities remains the challenge going forward.


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Published on 27 August 2015
The Australian Dance Awards is delighted to announce two inductees to the Hall of Fame for 2015. The Hall of Fame is the most prestigious of all Australian Dance Awards and is made directly by the Advisory Panel in recognition of the individual's unique contribution and role in professional dance.
The inductees are Marilyn Jones OBE and Dr Elizabeth Cameron Dalman OAM.
Marilyn Jones OBE
Marilyn Jones OBE, Australia's first new prima ballerina of The Australian Ballet, founded in 1962, remains an iconic figure of dance. From her first season with the company to her last, she sustained an innately lyrical aesthetic. Her warmth and humility in the classics made her a favourite with audiences nationally and abroad. She was Artistic Director of The Australian Ballet 1979 – 1982 and today Marilyn is Artistic Director of the Australian Institute of Classical Dance, which she established during an Australia Council Creative Artists Fellowship to produce a new, Australian ballet-training syllabus. In 1996 she launched the Dance Creation competition for emerging choreographers. Marilyn continues to lead the Institute's valuable work, which comprises workshops for students, teachers' seminars, examinations, scholarship competitions and residencies at the Royal New Zealand Ballet School and the Houston Ballet School in Texas USA.
Dr Elizabeth Cameron Dalman OAM
Nationally and internationally renowned as a choreographer, teacher and performer, Elizabeth has been passionate and dedicated to dance and the arts for her entire life. Part of a generation of artists seeking a spiritual and holistic way of expressing themselves, she has helped to define Australia's cultural identity and expression in the modern world and has made a significant and lasting impact on the development of Australian contemporary dance. Originally trained in Adelaide, Elizabeth left to study with remarkable choreographers before returning to found and lead Australian Dance Theatre, following which she taught and choreographed in Europe before returning to the freelance life in Australia and founding Mirramu Creative Arts Centre in New South Wales. She continues to dance, teach and choreograph around the world.
Both inductees will be presented with their Award at the Australian Dance Awards at Adelaide Festival Centre, Saturday 12 September at Her Majesty's Theatre. Book your tickets now.
Ausdance thanks presenting partner Harlequin Floors and the Adelaide Festival Centre, Equity, AON Risk Management Services, Innovation & Business Skills Australia, Australian Dance Theatre, TAFE SA, and welcomes new partners Gaynor Minden and Novatech Creative Event Technology. Ausdance is also supported by the Australia Council for the Arts.


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The friezes thus far have been 4x4" up to 12x12" in size. Yesterday I finished a piece that was 14" wide and 6" high. I put eye screws in the back- one screw on each side and strung wire for hanging it but after it had been on the wall for a few hours the polymer clay "relaxed" with the warmth of the room and the piece bowed in the middle! I put the frieze back in the oven to get the warp out and I'll rethink the location of the screws. There may be a restriction to size and shape for pure polymer clay pieces that are in a hanging format. As I hope to gradually increase the size of the friezes I may need to construct some projects on a board for strength.
Thursday, March 27, 2008
Fishing and a Challenge with Large Polymer Clay Wall Pieces
I spent the whole day making fish and finished this frieze- it's 12x9". I plan to do a fish-themed vase today and begin the Fishing Boat Project.
Posted by Gera Scott Chandler at Thursday, March 27, 2008
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wow, that is amazingly beautiful!ReplyDelete
If the screws were far from each other, it might have created a tension enough for the clay to buckle. Maybe you could try/test by putting the screws quite a bit closer together...ReplyDelete
great looking fish
Hey Vio- that's what I did and it works perfectly- luckily the clay was think in the spaces where the screws went in- when i have this issue with a thinner section of clay I'll be back to the drawing board.ReplyDelete
- AnonymousMarch 27, 2008 at 5:09 PM
Magnifique Gera!ReplyDelete
I just yearn for my visit each day to bask in your colourful world.
What a beautiful piece, Gera! I love the shimmering colors. Well done.ReplyDelete
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Future Works
Did you ever wonder why people lie?
There are so many premises about the subject, but no-one goes to the core of our human evolution, or if you prefer, our essence of things.
Imagine, for example, what sets us apart as specie? If you would want to identify the most powerful ruler from within yourself, what would you choose? Would it be logic? Or maybe intellect or power to reason? Although, they may seem important and they surely are, the most important cause for all of our actions is something else.
I prepared you a fascinating reading putting together facts, data and a lot of food for your thoughts, finally revealing my point of view. I studied people in all settings, I worked with them in different form, my experience with human knowledge goes way back for 20 years, yes I started early. You will find my point and arguments on the issues strongly justified. And with this knowledge ahead, you can change a lot about the quality of your life and results of your actions. You could even achieve things you never thought are possible.
Keep close, subscribe to my newsletter, Facebook fan page, Twitter or Goodreads and you will be announced on the early release of the book.
Release Date: November 2016
In less than 1 month from release (28.09.2014-14.10.2014) the first part of Jennifer reached over 300 readers, gaining popularity and very good reviews. Now Jennifer returns in the second book developing the storyline and answering to questions emmerged in the first book. Many eyebrows were raised as reaction to this story, unanswered mystery and data left imagination racing.
Jennifer, Nate, Hal, George and new characters will gain shape and important roles in the Book of this Winter. A lot of mystery will be solved and many more to come.
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My sister has a favorite quote: "The world is a book and those who do not travel read only one page." -St. Augustine
When I was younger, I was more into reading than traveling. I would've thought Donnay would have been the one to live out this quote more than me. That changed when I married Brent. He travels for work and if he isn't "gold status" on his frequent flyer miles, he gets a little antsy. He is proof that travel is addictive, and he didn't waste any time getting me hooked too. Now if I don't have a trip on the calendar, I get a little antsy. And while trips that we plan ahead for and anxiously await are the norm, Brent and I have also been known to put together some last minute travel from time-to-time.
This was the case several weeks ago when we had some airline vouchers that we needed to use unexpectedly. It was late summer and we didn't have time to squeeze in another trip before I had to go back to school, so we started brainstorming destinations in our time zone that we could knock out over a long weekend this fall. Brent mentioned that he'd never been to Niagara Falls and I agreed that sounded good; seemed like a logical bucket list item to me. In this somewhat arbitrary fashion, we settled on Niagara Falls, thinking it would be something to see at least, even if we would bring down the average tourist age in the area by at least a decade or two.
I've used one line more than any other in describing this trip when people asked: it exceeded my expectations. It truly did, in every way. If you've never thought about going, add it to your bucket list. I think I was more awestruck than I was at the Grand Canyon, and of course, that's saying A LOT. And there was so much to do! We weren't bored for a second and I could have spent a whole week there (never would have thought that)! To top it all off, we were blessed in that our friends Jeff and Janice were able to join us on our trip.
Since I was taken by such surprise, I've made a list of things I didn't know about Niagara Falls and never would have known had I not "read that page."
1. You can get SO close to the Falls. I always thought the Maid of the Mist was as close as you could get, but Table Rock offered even closer viewing with opportunities to actually go and look out behind the falls and a restaurant overlooking the most impressive spot. You literally could've reached out and touched them if you had the nerve, which Brent apparently does. Notice him standing on the fence in the photo below (rolling my eyes).
2. Whitewater Walk is just as breathtaking as the Falls. This attraction is a little off the beaten path and didn't even sound all that interesting to me in the brochure but it was amazing. It is a boardwalk that takes you RIGHT beside the Niagara River past the Falls, which consists of Class 6 rapids deemed impassable. It took all their self-control for Brent and Jeff not to hop in a barrel and give it a whirl. Thank God that's illegal!
3. When they say your hotel is "Fallsview," it isn't a stretch. We could hear the rush of water 24/7 (in a soothing way, not an annoying way) and would've had a perfect view of the Friday night fireworks (a weekly event) if the fog hadn't been too thick that night. And it turns out you can see the "Canadian side" and the "American side" simultaneously. I will admit I never had a handle on how that worked until I saw it with my own eyes, but it was quite the sight to behold.
4. The nightlife is actually quite happening. We were right across the street from Fallsview Casino, which rivaled those we've visited in Vegas. The dining options were endless and while we're well past "clubbing" age, I'm sure we could've found one if we'd gotten the urge to twerk.
5. Niagara wine country is overwhelming, in a good way. On our last day, we headed to nearby Niagara-on-the-Lake and quickly realized it was more than could be explored in just one day (there are 27 wineries in this one town)! Highlights of the day included Jeff's first glimpse of a Great Lake and mine and Janice's first taste of "ice wine," produced by grapes that were frozen on the vine. I'm not sure I've ever tasted anything sweeter or more delightful, but at $90 a bottle, Brent discouraged me from choosing this as a souvenir.
6. There is a place "up north" where country boys can survive. For three out of four of us, this was our first trip to Canada. The people were friendly, the landscape was gorgeous, and I think Brent and Jeff felt right at home- country twangs, unruly facial hair, and all. The only disappointing thing about Canada is that they serve too much root beer and not enough Mountain Dew! Not a bad place to visit, eh?
I rarely visit a place that doesn't leave me more amazed at how great our God is. Niagara Falls was no exception except for the fact that its beauty, extravagance, and power exceeded my expectations. There is so much of God's glory showcased in this world that's hard to imagine without experiencing it. I feel so thankful to have been blessed with such an experience alongside three of my favorite people.


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Seasons overlap in Vermont
Mid and Late Winter Images
Bear in the woods.
Late Summer and Early Fall Flowers and Foliage
Early October Sunsets in Oswego NY
Wedding Day October 7, 2017
Garden Flowers in Vermont
Late Fall and Early Winter
Fall Leaves
July Day in the Champlain Valley of Vermont
Fund Raiser for Breast Cancer Research
Summer Birds
Dragon Boat 2013
2013 Women Helping Battered Women Zumbathon
Zumba Superstars in Vermont
Bust-a-Move 2012
Ruxanda at Shelburne Farms
2012 Women Helping Battered Women Zumbathon
Jennifer's Birthday Zumba Party
Gina Grant, Vermont Zumba Master Class Nov 2011
Wedding Images Arnie and Wendy August 6th 2011
Jazz Festival, Girls day out!
Women Helping Battered Womend Zumbathon fund raiser at Higher Ground, South Burlington VT
Dress in Purple and shake it for a cure!
Zumbathon for clean water via the African Empowerment Project.
'80s Zumba Style
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So for Valentine's Day, Sophia and I went up to San Francisco. The weather was wet and cold, but we had a great time nonetheless.
On Saturday we arrived at the Orchard Hotel, took a cable car to Pier 39, and warmed up with an amazing lunch of clam chowder and fish and chips at Alioto's, a restaurant on the pier that's been in the same Italian family since 1925. Then we walked through little Italy and Chinatown before grabbing a quiet dinner near our hotel. The next day we headed back to Pier 39 and took the ferry to Sausalito, a sleepy little bayside town dotted with quaint cafes, art galleries, and boutiques. After a lazy afternoon of shopping and tea, we returned to the city and took a cab to the Coit Tower, a 200+ foot observation tower with spectacular views of the city. That night, we had dinner with friends at Morton's. Their Cajun rib eye steak is incredible. Monday morning we grabbed breakfast with Sophia's friend at Taylor's Refresher, a simple and delicious burger joint in the Ferry Building. We spent the afternoon with my Aunt and Uncle sipping Rosé wine and watching the sun set over the city. It was a fantastic trip.
This weekend we took it easy. Since I just got my motorcycle license, I decided to rent a Harley Sportster from Eagle Rider and check out the canyons. Starting out near LAX, I cruised up the PCH to Topanga Canyon and Sherman Oaks. After a light lunch with Sophia, I headed out again, blasting through Beverly Glen to Mulholland Drive, Coldwater Canyon, Sunset, and then back home via Beverly Glen.
That night we went to a birthday dinner at Chaya in Beverly Hills. It was good, but a bit pretentious for my tastes.
Sunday morning, I woke up ready to ride. After breakfast I headed up Beverly Glen, cut over to Sepulveda via Mulholland, and then cruised down Sunset to the PCH. It's amazing driving up the PCH with the ocean by your side and the wind in your face as you carve through the curves. I took a break in Malibu and rode to the upper reaches of the Pepperdine campus, where you can see the curvature of the earth over an endless expanse of ocean. After taking in the views, I snaked up Malibu Creek Canyon, hitting 70+ mph before circling back to the PCH via Old Topanga Canyon. Cruising back to Santa Monica, I passed a Ford GT, one of the most incredible cars ever built, and a couple Rolls Royces. The Sportster was smooth, responsive, and got a lot of attention. I'm really starting to get hooked on bikes.
After dropping off the rental, Sophia and I grabbed lunch at Royal/T, a tea shop/art gallery where Japanese girls in French maid costumes serve sweet teas and finger sandwiches. It felt like a little bit of Tokyo and was so much fun we had to head over to Giant Robot for more anime action. Another great weekend!


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Tuesday, December 20, 2016
Book Review: United
Book 3 in the Alienated Trilogy
AUTHOR: Melissa Landers
PUBLISHED: August 2nd, 2016
GENRE: Science Fiction
PREMISE: Cara and Aelyx are finally together on a far away colony only to be forced apart once again by an invading alien force saying an alliance between humans and L'eihr is too dangerous to be continued...
MY REVIEW: I'll be honest, I was a little surprised when I heard there was going to be a third book in this series. I was under the impression the story was done and was happy with the way things ended. But...I'm a completionist, so I read this anyway.
As I suspected...it was pretty much unnecessary. Then there's something that happens in the end that cheapens a big thing from book 2 so much that I kind of wish this book hadn't happened. But it did. So here we are.
I'm torn on this one because I personally didn't like it very much and just wondered why it was needed. But I also realize that some people like really happy endings and wanted more from the series. So if that is you, go ahead and read this. If you're like me and was satisfied with the ending from book 2...I'd stick with that ending.
WHO SHOULD READ: fans of the first two books, romance fans
MY RATING: Three out of Five was not needed feelings
RATING FOR TRILOGY: Four out of Five
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God Grant Me the Serenity
To Accept the Things I can not change
The Courage to Change the Things I can
And the Wisdom to know the difference
To Accept the Things I can not change
The Courage to Change the Things I can
And the Wisdom to know the difference
The theme was Gratitude which led into being grateful. A reading from a book sparked the theme and made me think deep inside the many different things that I have to be thankful for and grateful for these things as well. This sort of leads back to what I said yesterday about making a new memory each day.
My aunt talked about a list of things she was grateful for, this got me to thinking and starting my own Grateful List in my mind. The more things I thought of the more I realized that there is so many things to be grateful for in life. Sometimes we tend to forget about the things we are grateful for.
Later that night at home as I thought about the many things that I am grateful for; I thought to myself it is time to put these down on paper as a way to appreciate the gifts that God gives us. These gifts enrich our lives in so many ways, sometimes without us even realizing it.
Trust in the LORD with all your heart
and lean not on your own understanding;
in all your ways acknowledge him,and he will direct your paths.
Proverbs 3, 5-6
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On June 22 and 23, I, Scott Noppe-Brandon, executive director of Lincoln Center Institute (LCI), rode downtown to New York City's Grand Hyatt Hotel to attend the 2010 New York Forum (NYF), which brought together business leaders to address current challenges facing the global economy. What was I doing there? Knowing about my belief in the power of imagination to transform the American workforce—which I express in Imagination First—Richard Attias, the event's founder and producer, had invited me. I found myself perhaps the only educator, certainly the only arts educator, among a high-powered group of CEOs, economists, policy makers, and other prominent members of the business community.
My assumptions going into NYF were not unlike those you might expect a person with my background to hold. First, I was acutely aware of the distinction between nonprofit organizations like LCI and private companies: the former are primarily concerned with the public good, whereas—although certain practices and initiatives in the for-profit world are designed with the greater good in mind—the latter usually set their sights on the bottom line, on profit. I wondered if this fundamental divide would be an obstacle to my fruitful participation in the forum. Second, as someone outside the business world who has recently, in Imagination First and elsewhere, suggested ways that economic success may be achieved, I half-expected to have my perspective challenged by the other attendees of the forum, who would have very different ideas about the path to prosperity.
Assumptions seem to exist to be proven wrong, as mine were at NYF. I was astonished by how closely the business leaders' discussions about creating environments for innovation paralleled discussions that go on in education. Three key notions that sprang up in this regard were: differentiation; "win to win"; and empathy. "Differentiation" in business refers in part to the practice of being highly responsive to individual clients' or users' needs rather than offering a one-size-fits-all product. The analogous educational concept of differentiation has existed for quite some time and has to do with tailoring pedagogical approaches to individual students' needs rather than asking them to conform to a way of learning that isn't natural for them. "Win to win" is a business mindset in which one thinks not only about one's own "winning," but also about helping one's "competitor" thrive; this collaborative spirit leads to better use of resources, and systemic, as opposed to isolated, prosperity. Such thinking has been essential to public education, where widespread excellence is ultimately more important than individual success stories. Finally, empathy is vital to effective business leadership because managers must understand employees to know how to motivate them. Empathy, as anyone acquainted with Lincoln Center Institute's philosophy knows, is a major goal of certain approaches to arts-in-education, which use the arts to prompt students to delve into the experiences of others.
What did I make of all this conceptual overlap between my sector and that of the majority of NYF participants? It showed me that in terms of the overarching goals of improving quality of life and achieving great things in the 21st-century global marketplace, the needs and wants of thinkers in education and in business are not terribly different. And, it seems to me, each group's thinking on these matters is equally valid and interesting. Acknowledging this common ground, this lack of separation, creates an opportunity for both sectors to engage in dialog and learn about each other's ideas for solving the problems facing us today. For instance, one powerful lesson that I gleaned from the business leaders at NYF continues to reverberate in my mind a month after the event.
This lesson concerns accountability. In business, as I was reminded time and again during my two days at NYF, the signs of success are clear: shareholder satisfaction, profit, etc. So we in education must ask ourselves: what is our equivalent of these criteria? There are challenging questions that we need to confront: What does it mean to make something measurable or accountable? How can something maintain its integrity while withstanding hard scrutiny? How can we measure students' growth while adhering to our educational values? It is our responsibility as educators to do so.
I was an educator among a crowd of businesspeople at NYF. So, in addition to energizing and stimulating me, the event reaffirmed a feeling I've had for quite some time: that all of us are most productive when we inhabit points of dynamic tension rather than comfort zones. This is how change happens. The most exciting forums, in my experience, are those that bring together divergent thinkers from multiple sectors. Counterintuitive as it may seem, people outside of a field are often uniquely equipped to provide perspective necessary for dealing with a given challenge. LCI's Imagination Conversations, a nationwide series of discussions in which panelists from across the professions debate the role of imagination in work and life, is our attempt to generate this kind of game-changing discourse—which a quick look at your daily newspaper will tell you is needed now more than ever.
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Jesus and the Remains of His Day
Studies in Jesus and the Evidence of Material Culture
Peabody, MA:Hendrickson Publishers, December2015.302 pages.$44.95.Hardcover.ISBN9781619707054.For other formats: Link to Publisher's Website.
Review by Steven Shisley forthcoming.
This book is a collection of thirteen articles on various aspects of how archaeological evidence enlightens our understanding of the life and death of Jesus and the culture in which he lived. Nine of the book s thirteen essays were published previously, though several of these have been revised or augmented for inclusion in the present book; four of the book s essays are new. Several of the essays deal with the death of Jesus and the burial practices of his day.
Articles in the book include:
- A Fishing Boat, a House, and an Ossuary: What Can We Learn from the Artifacts
- A Tale of Two Cities: What We Have Learned from Bethsaida and Magdala
- Jewish Scripture and the Literacy of Jesus
- Jesus, Healer and Exorcist
- Hanging and Crucifixion in Second Temple Israel
- Excavating Caiaphas, Pilate, and Simon of Cyrene: Assessing the Literary and Archaeological Evidence
- The Family Buried Together Stays Together
- Post-Mortem Beliefs in Jewish and Pagan Epitaphs
The book s introduction explains the value of material culture (i.e., archaeological evidence) for interpreting Jesus and the Gospels and discusses the limits of such evidence. Also, the author is including several of his own photos in this book.
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We give a well-motivated explanation for the origin of dark energy, claiming that it arises from a small residual negative scalar-curvature present even in empty spacetime. The vacuum has this residual curvature because spacetime is fundamentally discrete and there are more ways for a discrete geometry to have negative curvature than positive. We explicitly compute this effect in the well-known dynamical triangulations (DT) model for quantum gravity and the predicted cosmological constant . . . agrees with observation.
A similar analysis explains the non-integer magnetic moment of the electron.
Structural Aspects Of Gravitational Dynamics And The Emergent Perspective Of Gravity by T. Padmanabhan (Submitted on 7 Aug 2012))
I describe several conceptual aspects of a particular paradigm which treats the field equations of gravity as emergent. These aspects are related to the features of classical gravitational theories which defy explanation within the conventional perspective. The alternative interpretation throws light on these features and could provide better insights into possible description of quantum structure of spacetime.
On the physical mechanism underlying Asymptotic Safety by Andreas Nink and Martin Reuter (Submitted on 31 Jul 2012)
We identify a simple physical mechanism which is at the heart of Asymptotic Safety in Quantum Einstein Gravity (QEG) according to all available effective average action-based investigations. Upon linearization the gravitational field equations give rise to an inverse propagator for metric fluctuations comprising two pieces: a covariant Laplacian and a curvature dependent potential term. By analogy with elementary magnetic systems they lead to, respectively, dia- and paramagnetic-type interactions of the metric fluctuations with the background gravitational field. We show that above 3 spacetime dimensions the gravitational antiscreening occurring in QEG is entirely due to a strong dominance of the ultralocal paramagnetic interactions over the diamagnetic ones that favor screening. (Below 3 dimensions both the dia- and paramagnetic effects support antiscreening.) The spacetimes of QEG are interpreted as a polarizable medium with a "paramagnetic" response to external perturbations, and similarities with the vacuum state of Yang-Mills theory are pointed out. As a by-product, we resolve a longstanding puzzle concerning the beta function of Newton's constant in 2+ε dimensional gravity.


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Sunday morning just after midnight Plymouth Police Officer Paul Stamper conducted a traffic stop at North Michigan Street at Jackson Street.
During the investigation it was found that both subjects in the vehicle: 43 year old Frank Navarro of LaPaz and 33 year old Linsay Horvath of Lakeville were in possession of marijuana.
Both were taken into custody and lodged in the Marshall County Jail.
Listeners and readers are reminded that charging information supported by an affidavit of probable cause is merely an allegation that a crime has been committed and that there is only probable cause to believe a crime has been committed. They are presumed innocent throughout the proceedings and are entitled to be represented by counsel and entitled to a trial by jury at which the State is obligated to provide proof beyond a reasonable doubt before a judgment of guilt may be made.


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If you are anything like us, you have probably dreamed about your wedding day since you were a little girl. And, if that's the case, you have seen everyone from celebrities to princesses get married over the course of your lifetime. Which famous wedding dresses come to mind when you envision your own wedding day style? There are so many good ones, but somehow we whittled our list down to 5 of our favorites. Although we can't have exact replicas of the dresses our favorite famous brides wore, we can find lookalikes close enough satisfy you! Check our list below:
Jackie Kennedy. This style is for the girl that is beyond classic and tasteful. With a flattering A-line shape and feminine off-the-shoulder sleeves, a gown like this is not seen every day… and what a gem it was!
To find a style similar to this one, we looked for these same style elements. Pronovias boasts a gown with details similar to that of Jackie O.'s. It has lace three-quarter sleeves, a tiny bow belt, and embroidery on the skirt,
Kim Kardashian West. Unlike her typical ensembles, Kim Kardashian opted for a more conservative look for her wedding to Kanye West. Although fitted, the lace detailed up to her neck gave a beautiful, timeless look to the style.
Again, Pronovias was able to design a dress that matched up with Kim K.'s style very well. This gown shows off the figure while also staying covered up. Add a belt to define your waist.
The Duchess of Cambridge. Kate Middleton stunned the world with her gorgeous gown back in 2011 in her wedding to Prince William. Delicate lace long-sleeves, embroidered skirt, and a classic shape made her dress unforgettable and certain to become one of the most famous wedding dresses of modern times. Remind you of a certain former princess?
Designer Martina Liana created a lovely re-do on the Duchess's famous wedding gown. With lace sleeves, a v-neck, and a-line skirt, Martina made a beyond beautiful look!
Carrie Bradshaw. Known for her avant-garde style on Sex and the City, Sarah Jessica Parker's character did not miss the mark during her first attempted marriage to Mr. Big. The exaggerated sweetheart neckline and big ballgown skirt made for a unique and unforgettable wedding day style.
Jim Hjelm by Hayley Paige recently released a dress with similar elements. The eye-catching tulle and taffeta skirt add drama without begging for too much attention. Stunning, am I right?
Audrey Hepburn. The classic tea length wonder. This is such a lovely idea that really needs to come back into style. Hitting between her knee and ankle, the dress highlights the hemming of the gown and the bateau neckline shows off gorgeous collarbones.
Check out the lookalike from Pronovias! Although it is fully lace, the underlay has structure and adds bounce to this frock!
Will you channel an iconic wedding dress look on your wedding day? You'll find plenty of style inspiration from our designers here!


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I don't know what it is lately. Whether it is getting older, the weather, not feeling well, or a combination of many different factors, but lately I am not very patient. People who know me may find this hard to believe. I tend to come across as a patient individual. Tolerant and understanding, I listen to those around me. I do things for them, and I expect nothing in return. Or do I?
You see below the surface, I am experiencing something I am not familiar with, and if it is new to me, can you imagine what it will be like to those around me? Inside, I am seething. A heat unknown fills my essence, and I long to let it free. "Wait." I have been told most of my life. "Your time will come."
Now, I wonder why. Why was I the one that waited? Why have I been the one that enabled others to follow their dreams? Why have I not taken what is rightfully mine?
My life, my ambitions, my dreams.
Wait? No longer. It is time to seize the day. Time to say, "Now, it is my time."
What about you? Is there a dream lurking in you, ready to boil to the surface and erupt?
Is it time for you to take a stand, too? Is it time to say, "I am tired of waiting. I am tired of serving. I am tired of sacrificing. I am taking my life back, inch by inch, if necessary."
I won't change over night, nor do I think it is fair to do so, but I will begin the journey. I will find my inner fire, and I will channel it and allow the passion to fuel my life.
It is time. It is now. It is a matter of (im)patience.
*When I started writing this, I intended a blog on being patient and tolerant with others. I am amazed and inspired by where it took me.
What is Serendipitous Synchronicity? Well, besides my two favorite words tangoing to an invisible song, it describes my writing life. I find my ideas in the most unusual places, and if I dare to ignore them, there is a conspiracy to bring them to my attention until I relent and begin writing.
Wednesday, April 18, 2012
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Hello, Scribe! I totally hear you. I can be too impatient about things sometimes. And the unfortunate thing is that writing to publishing and everything in between is a super slow process. Not so good for us impatient types, LoL!ReplyDelete
Wishing you all the best on your writing journey. :) Have a great week and happy A to Z!!
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Cassidy the Kitten was born with out hind legs and was left for lifeless in a forest till he was discovered and despatched to a shelter in Vancouver. The shelter nursed him again to well being after which two college students from Walnut Grove Secondary Faculty, Josh Messmer and Isaiah Walker, used a Makerbot to offer the wee one a pair of wheels and a bit of wheelchair. Cue heartwarming music.
Regardless of a grim prognosis, we knew this little survivor needed to stay, and we have been decided to battle to provide him that probability. With every passing day, our Cassidy is displaying the world simply how exceptional he's, and that even probably the most damaged "throwaway" feral kitten nonetheless deserves an opportunity to know happiness and love.
The body can develop with the kitten and now Cassidy scoots round his play space with the opposite cats, one thing that might have been inconceivable even a number of years in the past.
You'll be able to watch a video of the kitten right here and even watch her reside right here.
Source : TechCrunch


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Our subjects, like religion, history, philosophy and gender studies provide a better understanding of both our own and other people's cultures. An increasingly globalized world also requires good language skills. We offer some 20 languages to immerse oneself in.
Research in the arts is characterized by diversity and breadth. In recent years, three profiles have developed into strong research environments at the faculty: language technology, medieval studies and critical heritage studies.
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Everyone has at some time been asked by windows if it wants to send an error report to Microsoft. At this point the software has probably been frozen, tantalizingly showing you what you had been up to before it got tired and fell asleep like an old person in a comfy chair.
If you aren't in Hulk mode clicking madly trying to get the annoying page to disappear, you will wonder – What do Microsoft do with all those reports?
I was asked this week we could turn off this option!
I skillfully batted the question away with a "Good question, let me get back to you". Before firing up google, hoping it had the answer.
It had half an answer for me, this blog showed me how to turn it off at a user level
If you go to File–>options–>
You will find a privacy tab with the options below, choose never send a report and that user won't be pestered to send a report to Microsoft.
There is also a way to set this for everyone, it was slightly hidden in plain sight. I thought it would be in Settings–>Admiinistration–>System Settings but no Privacy settings has it's own section in
Settings–>Administration–>Privacy Settings
well who know there was a section for privacy settings. Anyway in here there is a section for error reporting and you can select not to send any information to Microsoft


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Tuesday, June 9, 2009
I've always loved the term holiday when used to refer to time off. The word vacation conjures up memories of road trips, Coppertone, sandy feet and more. Fantastic! A holiday, though, is fabulous. Holidays are decadent, languorous, indulgent. Holidays are slowly sipped wine while the sun sets; vacations are beers drained on the beach. Holidays are sundresses and sandals; vacations are tank tops and flip-flops. Holidays are slowly prepared meals of richly layered flavors; vacations are drive-throughs and Sno-Cones. Vacations are fun, and I am a big fan of fun. But holidays are divine, and like most terms borrowed from the Brits, evoke a feeling of sophistication and refinement that "va-cay" can't touch. Today marks the beginning of a one-week chemo break. Much as I love to spend the summer slathered in oil, slurping down an ice-cold brew while the grill fires up, kicking off my flip-flops as soon my feet hit the sand, that's not in the plans this week. But ... I'm wearing a sundress and have cold mineral water bubbling in a glass. And as soon as I finish this post, I shall slip into my espadrilles, twist my hair into a chignon and put on my sunglasses. I'm headed to the Farmers' Market, where I will select the most fragrant fruit, the ripest vegetables and enough flowers to fill at least four vases. We are on holiday.
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Second, there is a new challenge going on over @ MAG Challenge by the page. This weeks Challenge is to use the Stretch Your Imagination Cartridge pg. 52. Remember that you are asked to use the cartridge and page specified ONLY! Stop by and see all the Awesome project Inspiration the Design Team has for you and then come join in on the fun, we look forward to having you!!
Last but definitely not least I wanted to remind you of the My Sheri Crafts Decorate for Christmas Challenge that is still going on. You still have a few days to get your projects in so get busy busy busy guys remember Crafting Fingers are Happy Fingers!!
Now onto to the project for today, I want to say that this card is by far not my favorite but I didn't become to dislike it as much as I do now until I asked Crew member 1 and his Father ( did you notice I'm not his friend right now so he's not "babe" or "the hubster" lol) what they thought and they both immediately didn't like it and gave me a whole laundry list of reasons why they didn't like it. MEN I tell you the truth, they had me hating this card by the end of the night so much so that I didn't want to even post it. I was going to just start all over from scratch but I told myself "Not every project is going to be our favorite" but that doesn't mean that Someone is not going to like it! So I am taking one for the team and I am posting it anyway!! I will let you all decide, How do you feel about this card ( tell the truth guys I wanna see if the men are right on this one lol).
Cartidge Used: Wrap it Up
Sentiment: K Andrew Designs - Fall-O-Ween
Cuttlebug Folder: Spots
Pop Dots: Recollections
Snow: Buffalo Snow
Adhesive: ATG
Paper and Ribbon: I used all the scraps from my Day 2 card! The red paper is Recollections.
So now that you seen it are you cringeing lol its ok if you are I can take constructive criticism! But anyway I have held you guys way to long and I am SHOCKED that you are still reading! Read no more because I'm Out of Here, Thanks for stopping By!
~ Keep GOD 1st in Everything!~


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Friday Finds: Startup Support2
October 26, 2012 by Amie M
I've been trolling some interesting websites as of late, with the mind to do Christmas gifts with a little more meaning. The many websites that offer group buy-ins to help a cause or independent get the capital needed to make a difference or get started on a project have been catching my eye. The merchant offers incentives or thank-you's to various levels of support, and some of those incentives would make awesome gifts. If it is a tangible product, they even offer the product itself.
After perusing Indiegogo, here are some of the fundraisers I am loving.
True Patriot is an all Canadian comic book adventure drawn and featuring some Canadian loves. The artists are those who have graced TV supporting cartoons that include Avengers: Earth's Mightiest Heroes, and award-winning comics such as Two Generals and Runaways.
Or there are some great techie projects that could use a boost:
The BRIGHT Solar Lamp and Phone Charger is a useful tool in our North American lifestyles. But the main purpose behind the design of the lamp is to replace kerosene lamps in countries such as Kenya, Tanzania and Bangladesh through entrepreneurial opportunities for women.
1:Face Watch is also a tech project with a heart. By picking the colour of the watch you would like, your money goes towards that charity's initiative. Some of those initiatives are building a well, supplying charcoal efficient stoves, feeding children and providing AIDS treatment.
Other cool websites like this are Kickstarter, and GoFundMe.
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Neat – this works for you to help me with my Christmas shopping too! I like doing the shoe boxes, or supporting things like buying a goat through Samaritan's Purse or Partners International… John got two hens for somewhere in Africa (I can't look it up right now!) – and then got me two plastic hens/chickens, so I had something to remember it by… Thinking we might do the same this year for Caleb, with like, a plush or something to represent! WWF will send you a stuffed plush for the animal you help save…


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Senior Manager - VAT
- Recruiter
- PwC
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Salary
- Competitive
- Posted
- 07 Mar 2017
- Closes
- 07 Apr 2017
- Industry
- Finance & accounting
- Job function
- Finance
- Job level
- Management
- Hours
- Full time
- Contract
- Permanent
- Listing type
- Job vacancy
Are you a client facing work winner with the desire to succeed and take a leading role within the West Region? We are looking for an ambitious Senior Manager to join our Indirect Tax practice, based in our Bristol office.
About the role:
Within the West we provide a full range of audit, tax and related financial advice to a portfolio of clients ranging from large plcs to small local businesses. The team is committed to providing pro-active Tax and business consultancy advice. As well as advising businesses of varying sizes, our clients operate across a diverse range of market sectors.
We are essentially a consulting business and little of our work is routine. Projects range from providing bespoke solutions to specific problems, advising on dispute resolution with HMRC, advising on error correction and penalties and advising on VAT reclaims and refund opportunities. One thing is guaranteed: the Indirect Tax practice offers a wide variety of opportunities.
The candidate will need to have a sound VAT technical base and be able to demonstrate credible experience in these areas of expertise. They will be a self-starter and have a passion and drive to take this forward.
We help organisations and the people who run them answer the big business questions. How should we raise finance? Where should we be based? How should we reward our people? With some 3,300 experts whose expertise covers every conceivable area of taxation, we're one of the UK's leading tax practices.
The skills we look for in future employees
All our people need to demonstrate the skills and behaviours that support us in delivering our business strategy. This is important to the work we do for our business, and our clients. These skills and behaviours make up our global leadership framework, 'The PwC Professional' and are made up of five core attributes; whole leadership, technical capabilities, business acumen, global acumen and relationships.
Learn more here www.pwc.com/uk/careers/experienced/apply
We work in a changing world which offers great opportunities for people with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We seek to attract and employ the best people from the widest talent pool, as well as those who reflect the diverse nature of our society. And we aim to encourage a culture where people can be themselves and be valued for their strengths. Creating value through diversity is what makes us strong as a business and as an organisation with an increasingly agile workforce, we're open to flexible working arrangements where appropriate.
Learn more here www.pwc.com/uk/diversity


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Jig Easy chair by Massproductions
Jig Easy chair by Massproductions
Design by Chris Martin
The outline of an armchair is traced with painted steel tubes, the back and seat voids are then filled with tailored panels. Jig is a lightweight, robust and stackable armchair intended for commercial spaces and hospitality areas.
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Width: 63 cm
Depth: 63 cm
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For all the boots of the trampling warriors
and all the garments rolled in blood
shall be burned as fuel for fire
for a child has been born for us, a son given to us
authority rests upon his shoulders; and he is named…Prince of Peace.
Isaiah 9: 5, 6
Mass during the Night December 24, 2002
You first torched paper instead of human flesh as the B-52's
poured napalm down in the land of the Burning Children.
Next, you wielded Isaiah's hammers with single determination,
swords into ploughshares,
spears into pruning hooks.
Each blow you hoped to recast the molten metal of empire
back into God's order and design,
a newer Jerusalem of sisterhood and brotherhood.
Tossed into Caesar's stocks, you waged peace in prison-
organizing, teaching, fasting, counseling.
There was no tug of the forelock, no genuflection
to a state which resembled Mars, a Church resembling upper management.
Ripped from family, friends, you never blinked, did your hard time
and returned to the fray more gentle than ever.
Once again you picked up the hammers and sparks flew;
some flashed briefly, disappeared as quickly.
Others took flight and scorched our faces as we turned away
like Peter in the courtyard, frightened of the price we might
have to pay in Christ's nonviolent army.
Some sparks lit dry faggots and other resisters picked up your hammers.
And so it went till the end and on the feast of St Nicholas
you gave your life back, Christmas wrapped in righteousness, to
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First Coast Athletes Set Sights on College Choices
Mullen, Bryan, The Florida Times Union
It's an exciting time for high school seniors, patiently waiting for college acceptance letters and hoping their hard work pays off.
But for some lucky seniors, colleges actually court them. Whether it be for academic excellence or outstanding athletic achievement -- and sometimes a combination of both -- this time of year marks one of the most difficult decisions a teenager has to make.
Here is a look at some area high school athletes who have committed to various colleges and universities.
Kyle Coffman, Fletcher. Coffman has orally committed to play football next season at Charleston (S.C.) Southern University. The senior helped lead the Fletcher football team to its first state playoff game in five seasons. Coffman, a 6-foot-3, 295-pound guard, was a four-year letterman at Fletcher and was voted the Senators' offensive lineman of the year for 1998.
Lori Serrano and Heather Pelkey, Bishop Kenny. Serrano and Pelkey have orally committed to play volleyball at the University of North Florida next year. Serrano, the 1998 Times-Union Volleyball Player of the Year, has academically qualified and currently holds a 3.7 grade-point average. Pelkey and Serrano teamed to help lead the Lady Crusaders to the Class 4A state title game in Lakeland before losing to powerhouse Fort Lauderdale Cardinal Gibbons. …


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Unfortunately, I had to raise shipping prices for the USA in the webstore. Canada post is really cracking down on what you can and can't send as letterpost so it needs to be shipped small packet. I took a pretty nasty hit ($1.60 on average...) on most of the initial orders and I can't really do that.
On the plus side, shipping 1-3 records is right around the same price, so you can add some distro stuff or get a couple copies of the Psychic Blood 7" for you and a friend, lover, or father.
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I think I was tagged. I read this on my SIL's blog:)
1. If you could build a house anywhere, where would it be? anywhere a close drive away from family:) Nags Head, Nc is nice; I LOVE it there!
2.What's your favorite article of clothing? my flannel pajama bottoms (even in the summer with a t-shirt)
3. Favorite physical feature of the opposite sex? smile
4. What's the last CD that you bought? Kenny Chesney
5. Where's your favorite place to be? close to my family or friends
6. Where's your least favorite place to be? my pcp ofice..their service stinks...
7. What's your favorite place to be massaged? my feet..they get sore by the end of the day
8. Strong in mind or strong in body? strong in mind, which will, hopefully, help me be strong in body
9. What time do you wake in the morning? about 6 AM
10. What's your favorite kitchen appliance? my refrigerater..lots of healthy snacks inside
11. What makes you really angry? liers and self centeredness
12. If you could play any instrument, what would it be? piano. I took lessons when I was younger but have always wanted to take them again
13. Favorite color? Green
14. Which do you prefer, sports car or SUV? SUV-more room and safer, but a gas guzzler:( (still worth it though)
15. Do you believe in afterlife? Absolutely!
16. Favorite children's book? I have lots of those..but the one I remember most is "I'll love you forever". it still makes me cry every time I read it, it's so sweet:)
17. What is your favorite season? EVERY season has something special but I'd have to say my favorite is Winter. Wedding Anniversary, skiing, celebrating the birth of Jesus, and the decorations are beautiful for Christmas. I also love the festivities of Christmas.
18. What's your least favorite household chore? DUSTING!
19. If you could have one super power, what would it be? Not remembering unpleasant experiences
20. If you have a tattoo, what is it? Don't have one, probably never will
21. Can you juggle? a busy schedule and family? Yes!
22. The one person from your past you wish you could go back and talk to? my friend, Judy. She was killed by an abusive husband and I was the last to speak with her or see her. Still ask myself why I didn't call her to tell her Goodnight like I normally did.
23. What's your favorite day? Any day that I get to spend with my boys and Saturday, when I sleep in:)
24. What's in the trunk of your car? Hunter's stroller and life jacket.
25. Which do you prefer, sushi or hamburger? Hamburger - I can't do sushi!
NOW, if you're reading this, consider yourself TAGGED. Copy & paste the questions into your blog and tag three friends! :)
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I think I was tagged. I read this on my SIL's blog:)
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Greg Baxter
First Sentence: It's the middle of December, and everything is frozen over.
This book reminded me of Open City. I did not like Open City. I did not like this book. Baxter and Cole are clearly gifted writers respectively, but both are in serious need of a story. (You would think their characters could conjure something up on one of their unnecessarily long walks.) Maybe they think they are above such trivial things as plot, in which case they should consider writing non-fiction instead, and leave novels to those with a story to tell. This is, after all, the first thing people look for when they pick up a novel. Without it, everything else about a novel, no matter how exquisite, is pointless. So, my verdict on The Apartment? Beautifully written, breathtakingly dull.
That is all.
Last Sentence: You know, said Saskia, there really is no limit to the kinds of food you can eat for breakfast.
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Elwood Glass Festival
The City of Elwood has a rich history of glass blowing that began as early as early as the turn of the 20th century, when Elwood discovered its rich resource of natural gas. The trade has gone through its ups and downs since, as families have opened, closed and re-opened their glass-blowing businesses in the area.
|A craftsman at the House of Glass in Elwood, Indiana
In the mid-1970's the Elwood Glass Festival was born after employees of St. Clair Glass Co. in Elwood decided to host a festival that would create a city wide event commemorating the rich glass history of this once sleepy little town. The glass festival is still held the third weekend of August and remains a tribute to the past. Every year it brings glass enthusiasts and new collectors to the area.
Callaway Park in Elwood, Indiana, 46036
Held annually the third weekend of August
Main events:
|A blown glass lamp from the St. Clair Glass Co.
- Demonstrations of local glass blowing craft
- Showcase of art glass
- Factory and bus tours
- Crafts
- Parade
- Pageant
- Carnival
- Car show
- Entertainment
- and more!
How to participate:
The festival is open to the public. Food and arts & craft vendors should contact the Elwood Chamber of Commerce.
About Elwood, Indiana:
The City of Elwood is a small community of nearly 10,000 residents, located in Madison County in Central Indiana, roughly 40 minutes north of Indianapolis via US 37. Elwood is most famous as the birthplace of Wendell L. Wilkie , the 1940 Republican presidential candidate who unsuccessfully challenged President Franklin D. Roosevelt . An Indiana Historical Society marker sits at the site of his acceptance speech in Callaway Park.
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My San Francisco Adventure
So I am sitting at a Starbucks (big surprise right?) in advance of a meeting I have here in San Mateo later this morning and figured I would give you a quick recap of my San Francisco adventures.
After a very long flight with unfortunately, no interesting conversations to be had (as I was stuck by the window next to a guy who slept the whole time), I arrived in San Francisco. What an amazing view of the coast and the bay as we flew in! Would have been nice to have someone to share the moment with but alas middle seat guy was sound asleep sawing great logs and aisle guy had been attached to his iPod since take off. So I soaked up the San Francisco scenery from the sky alone and just knew I was in for a great day!
Had a delightful chat with my cab driver Vu who is originally from Korea who is here "just trying to make it." A bright and interesting young man that was shy initially but very friendly and informative once I got him talking. Despite his best efforts to get us killed (something I think is part of the cabbie creed) we arrived with a skid (literally) at the Grand Hyatt - and grand it was! I bid my new friend goodbye and headed in to get settled in my room.
After checking in with Amy, a helpful gal originally from New York, who absolutely loved my Ripple blue dress shirt, I made my way to the elevator. Now don't laugh....I was on the 31st floor and when I got in the elevator the number wouldn't stay lit. I thought what's the deal here? I got out of one elevator and caught another one - same result. Confused and concerned my floor had somehow been mysteriously locked down for maintenance or some high level security threat I headed back down to the front desk and waited patiently for Ms. Amy to help me. I explained my dilemma and she laughed and said, "Mr. Harper, you will be staying on one one of our exclusive floors so you will need to insert your card into the elevator so that your floor can be accessed."
A bit confused and humbled by the realization that the organizers of my conference appearance set me up in some swanky accommodations, something I am not used to, I made my way to my room surely giving Amy and her co-workers a chuckle. The room was fantastic but it was the amazing view that really made it for me (picture attached). I have found as I get older that I like to stop and soak in the architecture and design that makes a city a city. I could have stayed all day at that window just looking and watching but the growl in my stomach reminded me that I had not eaten anything that morning. I set off to find lunch and perhaps a few interesting people to talk to along the way.
As I came off the elevator Amy came out to greet me and ask if my room was alright. I sheepishly said, "Absolutely. Once I figured out how to get up there!" She smiled and assured me that it happens all the time and told me to enjoy my stay and contact her if I needed anything. Still feeling dumb about not knowing how to operate the elevator I appreciated her taking that extra step to make me feel welcome. That's customer service!
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Uppercrust is a French bakery on the outskirts of the college town of Gainesville, home to the University of Florida. Inside it really feels like you are in a French bakery. They have a broad selection of breads and pastries, but serve also sandwiches etc.
I get a selection of pastries, including a chocolate and an almond croissant. While quite pricey, both are absolutely excellent and get almost as close to top French quality as La Boulangerie in New Orleans!
Uppercrust brings French bread, pastries and sandwiches to the very lucky citizens of Gainesville. Pricey, but well worth the money!


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We're heading out of town for a few days for a mini vacation.
We didn't even know where we were going until last night, but we've decided to cruise on up to the Finger Lakes Region of NY State until Saturday.
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Join us at our Open House this Saturday, June 3rd, 11am-4pm
Enjoy the Beacon Hill Festival and then stop by our Club to learn about the great sport of lawn bowls and the fun and active club at Jefferson Park!
Club members will be on hand to show you how to bowl.(Please wear flat soled shoes if you plan to bowl.)
JPLBC is celebrating 75 years on Beacon Hill this year and we look forward to celebrating with our neighbors and friends this summer and throughout the year!
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We sun starved Oregonians are enjoying this month's weather. It rains, while we toil at our jobs and it is sunny and glorious on the weekend. (This is quite the opposite for those of us in the nursery business but I am not complaining). Another fine weekend is predicted. There are so many things to do.
Garland Nursery is celebrating it's 75th anniversary. We invite you to join us. We have a nice line-up of activities. At 11 am we will be inviting you to wander through our renovated rock garden. Built by my great-grandmother and great-grandfather, it had fallen into disrepair. Over a 2 year period, we have been revitalizing it. It is a lovely space, with many old plants and a lot of new plantings. Please enjoy this pleasant environment. Following that, my dad, Don, will be leading people on a tour of the "heritage" trees on the property. His grandfather, William Schmidt planted them and Dad has lots to share about them. My dad is a wealth of knowledge and he is the connection to the family past. I'm excited to steal away and go on the tour myself. Not wanting to walk the grounds? The Vicki Stevens band will be filling the grounds with groovy sound from noon to 3 or so. Sit down and enjoy their great sound.
At 2, Willi Galloway will be be talking about her new book, Grow, Cook, Eat. I had the pleasure of meeting Willi on Monday. She is approachable and endearing. Her writing is great as well. Take a minute to peruse her blog: www.digginfood.com. She is a master gardener, writer and cook. She will charm you with her discussion about using parts of vegetables we don't normally think about eating and some plants that we don't think of as edible. I am a big fan of vegetables. I really enjoyed that Willi wrote about eating the flowers of kale and broccoli. Kale and Broccoli raab is yummy! So come listen to her ideas for getting the most out of your vegetables. She'll be available after her talk to sign her new book. I'm excited to get an autograph!
Speaking of vegetables…I am really looking forward to this year in the garden. And from what I've seen from the people shopping at the nursery, so are you. I mentioned in the previous paragraph that I love vegetables. My husband and I have been trying to eat healthier lately and my love of vegetables has been helpful. We are following a low carb diet. You can sum up our diet by saying we eat meat and vegetables. Before anyone takes offense, let me say that we are not strict adherents to anything and I am trying to buy local, sustainably produced meat and vegetables. We are really enjoying our diet. One of my pleasures on the diet is the vegetables. I am eating kale, chard, lettuce, tomatos, peppers, cauliflower, broccoli, broccoli raab, rapini, spinach, beans and more. I even bought beets, although I have not cooked them. I'm using a lot of herbs, too. So I am most looking forward to planting my vegetable garden. Already, I have onions, shallots, chard and lettuce planted. I am hoping to increase the amount of lettuce and add in kale and spinach. Then I am looking forward to planting tomatos, zucchini and beans. I have written in the past about my raised beds and the garden at the nursery for what doesn't fit in the beds at home. This year, I am planning on trying some earlier tomatos, like Black Krim, Willamette and Juliet. I really like to grow pole beans, as that maximizes my small space. I like straight, small beans. I haven't decided whether to grow Emerite, which I planted last year or to try Kentucky Blue. Customers have praised Jade as well. It will be a tough decision.
I enjoy learning wherever I am. It is surprising what you can learn and where you learn it. I had heard from a wonderful French chef that Tarragon was an annual herb. But I knew for a fact that "French Tarragon" lived through the winter, thereby making it a perennial in my view. I wondered if what I was selling as French Tarragon was mislabelled. So it was with surprise and humor that I found out from another wonderful local chef that French Tarragon only retains its spicy flavor during the first growing season, thereby explaining the need to plant it yearly. So now I am on a quest to replant my Tarragon. It is such a wonderful flavoring in spaghetti and on green beans. And I am so glad that I love to talk with all the wonderful local chefs that we have in our area. You never know what education you will receive.
What else am I loving this month? The fact that what I consider as a March Azalea, Hino Crimson is blooming beautifully in April. Okay, maybe the month is not important! We have had a wonderful, slow fashion show of flowers this spring. Every flowering plant and tree has held onto its beauty for the longest amount of time possible. Each plant has taken center stage for its bloom and then the spotlight moves onto the next plant. I'm sure that as soon as it turns warm and stays warm, we will see a "fireworks finale" of blooms but until then I am enjoying the show! Happy gardening.


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The Venus FlyTrap Big D gave me for Graduation is growing nicely. I'm impressed with myself in that I haven't killed it yet.
Since it has survived this far, I've grown attached to it. I decided it was time to do some research and properly take care of it.
This site is amazing! everything you need to know about caring for your Venus Baby!
Today I can confidently say, I've learned how to properly care for my Venus Baby, and although it's dormancy stage is coming up, I believe we will have a long living happy plant.
And it's been eating the fruit flys in our house. Our home wine kits tend to attract them, so this is the perfect pet!


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Monday, August 13, 2012
My Day
Today is my day. In the strong birthday tradition that my DH and I observe, everything I do today is absolutely correct, right and proper. Every word I utter is a pearl of wisdom. The very ground I tread upon is fortunate to feel my step. (He gets the same on his day.)
It's a beautiful thing.
My friend L- and her award winning husband-of-the-year, Ed, were so sweet and had my DH and me over for dinner to celebrate my day. She got me an ice cream cake! I've actually never had an ice cream cake for my day before, which is kind of strange considering that it is summer and one would think that it would be the perfect type of cake for summer. But somehow over the years, not once have I had ice cream cake for my day.
It was wonderful!
My DH got me some lovely orchids - which I absolutely adore because: 1-they don't die, 2-they bloom a long time, 3-he's going to take care of them so they'll keep flowering for years to come. I think that's the best part. Since he cares for them, it really is a gift. There's no work to be done. Ever.
I just love this day!
And thank you! to everyone for the best wishes! You are so sweet!!
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will always be you
in ways that bereaves me
Now sealed from each other
My ears pressed to the walls of the room
You occupy, worlds that never meet
Just felt intuitively
Through lost currents of the heart.
That is how the world shatters.
That is how the world spins.


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The sun sets in a tranquil french harbour on a perfect day.
Also taken that evening:
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love the sparkle and glint off boat's bow and ripple of water at this time of day ~ is there anything better? :) xx
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Glorious Dinghy stunning light!!
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Wonderful image, perfect exposure!
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I had a lady tell me recently to be deliberate in every aspect of my life.
That's tough.
But, I've been thinking about those words a lot lately.
Deliberate. To carefully weigh or consider something, study it.
Man, that's strong. To carefully consider something. How many people do that?
I know, when it comes to our children, we Moms carefully consider a ton of things. What preschool to send them to? What daycare to use? Whether to stay at home or go back to work? We consider all the pros and cons. We nitpick every little detail.
Yet sometimes, we act without thinking at all. Most times. Mess with my kids? You get the wrath of Mama. And yeah, thinking? Never crossed my mind.
Be deliberate in every aspect of your life.
Dave Ramsey teaches us to be deliberate with our finances. Watch every penny you spend. Know where it's going before it goes. Tough I tell ya. Budgeting is NOT one of my spiritual gifts. I struggle with it. Sometimes I wish I had married an accountant. Sorry honey! I also wish I had all the money I could ever need. Then this budgeting would not even be an issue. Plus, I would do some GREAT things with extra money. I like to spread the love.
Be deliberate.
We learn from an early age about eating the right foods. Less junk. More vegetables. We know the right things to eat, but does that stop us from eating fried catfish or chicken? NOPE. To quote one of my favorite books, A Little Salty to Cut the Sweet by Boomama, "Because while I'm not good at much, gaining weight is something that I see to be able to do fairly effortlessly. Perhaps I'm just gifted in that area." This quote is me to a T! I'm better at gaining it than losing. But being deliberate about what I eat has gotten more important the older I get. I have to plan and carefully consider every meal. I have to plan out meals for the week so I'll know whether or not I have to go to the grocery store and if so, what to get. I have to measure out my snacks. I have to make sure I have enough fruits and veggies for me and my family to eat.
It gets exhausting.
School starts back for Big Sister in less than 2 weeks now. So sad that her summer is almost over, when it seems as though it just began. We get to start being deliberate with schedules again. Uniforms again.
Being deliberate is no fun. I think that's why it's easier to just go with the flow.
I'll be honest. It was way easier to be more deliberate before my kids came along. I guess because I had more time. I feel like some days now I don't even have time to go to the bathroom alone, much less time to make a budget. I used to LOVE having a super clean house. Now? I'm lucky if that floor gets swept once a week. Call me a slob all you want. I just chose to play instead of clean all the time.
Life tends to get in the way of being deliberate, of carefully considering anything. Time has a way of getting away from us all.
The real question is how to we stay deliberate? How do we make time? How do we prioritize our activities? Our life? It's a full-time job to keep up with life. To stay organized.
I just have to hope that my kids are healthy and happy. The rest can wait. Right now, they are the priority. But I can't forget there are other things in my life. My husband. My friends. My family.
I have to remember I can't be everything to everyone. I can't control the person who shows up late every day and takes an hour and a half lunch and leaves at the same time I do every afternoon. I can't control the person who can't keep their commitments. I have to remember that I can only control ME.
All this is, of course, easier said that done.
And yes, I've carefully considered this post for quite some time. It helps to get it all out there.
Be deliberate in every aspect of your life.


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But all that's just Obama's pre-game warm-up.
Yesterday the president announced his latest plan for another brand new, big-government agency, the "Consumer Financial Protection Agency." And, in the Obama version of double-speak, double think, it's all to protect little ol' consumers like you and me. Sort of like H.R. 3200, "America's Affordable Health Choices Act of 2009," is meant to give your grandparents, injured vets, and disabled kids "more affordable" health care choices.
As in "less is more."
From Nile Gardiner in the UK Telegraph:
In his speech to Wall Street bankers this morning on the first anniversary of Lehman Brothers' collapse, the president unveiled his ambitious new proposal for a grand Consumer Financial Protection Agency to enforce "the most ambitious overhaul of the financial system since the Great Depression."
This new government goliath, which smacks of EU-style state interventionism, is apparently necessary because those capitalist Gordon Gekko wannabes on Wall Street simply aren't listening to the White House, and are daring to create wealth and - heaven forbid - profits, in the ashes of last year's banking collapse. As Obama put it angrily in his speech at Federal Hall:
"Unfortunately, there are some in the financial industry who are misreading this moment. Instead of learning the lessons of Lehman and the crisis from which we're still recovering, they're choosing to ignore those lessons. I'm convinced they do so not just at their own peril, but at our nation's. So I want everybody here to hear my words: We will not go back to the days of reckless behavior and unchecked excess that was at the heart of this crisis, where too many were motivated only by the appetite for quick kills and bloated bonuses. Those on Wall Street cannot resume taking risks without regard for consequences, and expect that next time, American taxpayers will be there to break their fall."
And we thought Slick Willy was pretty slick! Obama managed to get through an entire description of last fall's financial meltdown without even mentioning its root cause, mortgages for the uncredit-worthy, backed by the U.S. Treasury and rammed down bankers' throats by ACORN,who recently have been shown to be quite conversant with methods of procuring affordable homes for hard-working pimps, prostitutes, and child sex slaves, at taxpayer expense.
Gardiner continues:
Setting up a mammoth new federal bureaucracy is not the solution and is based on the premise that government knows best. It doesn't. As the massive $787 billion stimulus spending bonanza has shown, the greatest beneficiaries of government intervention in the economy have been the unemployment rolls - now standing at nearly 10 percent of the workforce - and the national debt, which has reached a staggering $12 trillion.
But the worst is yet to come. After socialization of GM and Chrysler drove a big chunk of the U.S. auto manufacturing overseas, an Obama "remake" of the U.S. financial system will drive investment elsewhere, creating in the wake of the rush out of the U.S., even more job losses.
Kill more jobs, drive away more investors. Obama's quite the leader. But who wants to go where he's leading?
The biggest winner from Obama's proposal will not be Wall Street. Any talk of increasing government control of the financial services sector is a job killer, and will drive investment overseas. It will be far less regulated markets such as Singapore and Hong Kong that will gain from an exodus of US capital.
The City of London could also emerge a major beneficiary from the new banking proposals. If the next British government, almost certainly a Conservative administration, opts for light but sensible regulation of financial markets and hedge funds for example, the UK will gain a significant competitive advantage over New York as well as further strengthen its lead position over European rivals such as Frankfurt and Paris.