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FRIDAY, Jan. 27 — The City of Charlotte unveiled "Charlotte Rising," a new sculpture funded by a Lansing Economic Area Partnership (LEAP) and PNC Foundation Public Art for Communities Grant, Thursday afternoon. The sculpture, located at the corner of Lovett Street and Cochran Avenue in downtown Charlotte, was designed and created by Frank Balluff. A Charlotte native, Balluff is studying graphic design and marketing at Olivet College.
The new sculpture comprises three stainless steel towers that stand next to each other in a triangular layout. Each tower is made up of small figures that represent individuals of the city coming together to form a strong community. The shortest tower stands at 9 feet, and the other two towers reach 10 feet and 11 feet. The variation in size, Balluff said, symbolizes growth and diversity, while the cubes themselves represent the building blocks of the city.
"We understand that our public spaces need to be appealing and attractive, just like we expect our homes, offices and other private spaces to be," said Charlotte Community Development Director Bryan Myrkle. "Art is an important part of that effort, and we hope that this sculpture is just one of many public art installations we can look forward to in Charlotte in the future. We couldn't be happier that this sculpture was created by a young, hometown artist, and we know he has a great career ahead of him."
To date, 11 communities and 22 projects have received $10,000 each in LEAP funding for public art. Initiated by LEAP in 2012, the Public Art for Communities Grants program is focused on enhancing the rich arts and cultural atmosphere of the region to attract new business and talent and to spur long-term economic growth.
In 2017, LEAP seeks to add three more sculptures to the region, and is accepting requests for proposals for the next round of Public Art for Communities Grants until 4 p.m. Feb. 28.
"LEAP's Public Art for Communities Grant program has been hugely successful in conveying the unique and diverse character of the tri-county area," said Bob Trezise, president and CEO of LEAP. "LEAP is committed to making this region home to a global community with stellar talent and top businesses. Continuing to infuse arts and culture opportunities into every inch of our communities ensures that we speak in the global voice needed to achieve this goal."


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"f you need to be told that packing your lunch saves money, you're probably not someone who needs to pack your lunch. "
Kelly Marages,
The Washington Post
Recessionista: Used to buy lunch but now packs to save money for a down payment on Jimmy Choos.
Frugal: Always packed.
Frugerati: Always packed. Uses Chinese takeout containers and SnackShack tubs. Lunch must contain one of the following: Arugula, bruchetta, capers, cilantro, cranberries, couscous, espresso, feta, focaccia, smoked oysters, tabbouleh, dark chocolate.
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"The details of my life are quite inconsequential.... Very well, where do I begin? My father was a relentlessly self-improving boulangerie owner from Belgium with low-grade narcolepsy and a penchant for buggery. My mother was a 15-year-old French prostitute named Chloe with webbed feet. My father would womanize; he would drink. He would make outrageous claims like he invented the question mark. Sometimes, he would accuse chestnuts of being lazy. The sort of general malaise that only the genius possess and the insane lament... My childhood was typical: summers in Rangoon... luge lessons... In the spring, we'd make meat helmets... When I was insolent I was placed in a burlap bag and beaten with wet reeds - pretty standard, really."
~ Dr. Evil
Before setting foot within, I didn't know much more about Belgium than that they make good waffles, great chocolate, awesome beer and that Dr. Evil used to live somewhere around Bruges. Now that I've spent a week there, I can say in all honesty, this tiny country was absolutely one of the highlights of the trip. Let me explain why.
In May, I went on a 17-day organized tour through Egypt and Jordan. There were four other brave souls the trip with me, a brother and sister from Canada, and a cool couple from Antwerp, Belgium named Marc and Mia. As we parted ways in Amman, Jordan, Marc and Mia said that if I happen to make it through Belgium later in the year, I should send them an email. I told them to make sure they meant it, because I've been known to take people up on such offers.
A month later I was in Austria, trading emails with the now infamous Fletch about a trip to Amsterdam. It was only after looking at a map that I realized how close Belgium was to The Netherlands. As I had a week or so between the trip to Amsterdam and the time I was to meet some friends in London, it seemed a visit to Belgium would work out after all. I fired a hopeful email to Marc and Mia to see if their offer was still on the table.
As luck would have it, they were indeed in town during that week, and were excited at the prospect of having me drop by. We worked out a couple details over email, and put together a loose plan. Now, I'd just like to highlight how cool this is. Two people I met less than two months ago on a tour in Egypt were now willing to have me visit them for a week at their home in Belgium. If that's not hospitality, I don't know what is. Have I mentioned I love this trip?
After another night in the crappy hostel I was staying in in Amsterdam, I found a Eurolines bus on Friday morning to Antwerp. Marc and Mia picked me up from the station as soon as they were off work. It was wonderful to see them again. Even though we only hung out for 17 days in the middle east, it was like seeing a pair of old friends. We made our way to their great house in the suburbs with two floors, a basement garage and a lovely little garden out back (that was for you, Mia).
The following week was absolutely great. My hosts went out of their way to take care of me, and make sure I saw as much as possible. In fact, they even took vacation days from work to play tour guide for me. Marc took off both Monday and Tuesday and Mia took Thursday. As if allowing me to stay in their home wasn't enough, they bailed on work for me. I didn't know what to say.
We did so much, there's no way I could write about all of it. So, I'll try to give a set of highlights for each day...
After getting settled in and having a great barbeque in the back yard, we walked over to a large park near the house. During the summer, the city of Antwerp puts on a large cultural festival which features concerts by artists from around the world. We listened to some Arabic-sounding band play for a while before sitting down at a table to enjoy a beer and some sight seeing.
After spending some time in the morning and afternoon walking around the old part of Antwerp, we ended up going to a birthday party for a friend of Marc's, named Tom. About ten or twelve really nice people sat in lawn chairs in Tom's backyard drinking copious amounts of great Belgian beer and telling stories. While the majority of the conversation was understandably in Dutch, most of the time someone would stop to give me a quick translation. It was a great time. And, the beer was excellent. Tom made sure each one of mine was different, exposing me to as many varieties as I could handle.
Marc, Mia and I went to a church service in downtown Antwerp. This particular church's services are known for the beautiful music accompanying the sermon. Nearly every seat of the beautiful old church was filled. Each week is different, and on this occasion, a choral group from the Netherlands provided the atmosphere. It was really, really nice.
While Mia had to go back to work, Marc and I took a train over to Brussels for a little sight seeing. Brussels is quite the place - a large city which serves as the "capital" of the European Union. We spent the first bit of our visit at the Atomium, the massive metal atom built for the 1958 world's fair.
I'd seen pictures before, but much like the first time you see the Eiffel Tower, you just can't understand its scale until you see it first-hand. Just to put it in perspective, each of the spheres of the atom encloses exhibitions and a restaurant. For those geeks out there who are wondering (you know who you are) - it's apparently an iron atom.
We then headed to the downtown area of Brussels, taking in the quaint old streets, the restaurants, cafes, and a few of the big churches along the way. We also wandered by what is apparently one of Belgium's treasures; a small statue of a naked boy peeing into a basin, called Manneken Pis. There was quite the throng of people around him, taking pictures and pointing. Apparently they even dress him up in different clothes and uniforms from time to time. Hmmm.
Just before we left, we wandered over to an outdoor carnival near one of the train stations. It felt just like a fair in the US. Lots of people playing games and eating fried food. They had a big Ferris wheel, and a few other rides which pretty much made me ill to watch. Marc and I did however stop to have a proper Belgian waffle. How could I not?
We jumped in Marc's car and headed over to Bruges. It is a beautiful, quaint little town with beautifully preserved old houses and buildings situated along some gorgeous canals.
It was one of those towns where every street is worthy of a picture - every house looks like it has a thousand stories to tell. Beautiful old stone churches towered above open courtyards and plazas, providing shade for the many parks and cafes lining the streets.
After a quick bite for lunch, we drove to an old World War I memorial a little west and south of Bruges. A fully restored set of trenches dug in the banks of a river have been turned into a beautiful, if not haunting memorial for a set of battles which are now famous in the minds of many Belgians. Called "The Trench of Death", the old trenches have been cleaned up and restored, in most cases concrete walls shaped to look like sandbags replacing the real thing. Walking through the trenches was pretty cool. There were several pictures located along the way, giving a feel for what it was like nearly 100 years ago.
I left with a couple thoughts. One, the guys who spent literally years inside those trenches must have been some of the toughest SOB's in the world. You would have had to have been amazingly strong physically and mentally to have survived it. Second, they must have been pretty short. I think I would have lasted about ten minutes before some sniper took me out.
We next went to a nearby town called Ieper, which houses a wonderful museum dedicated to WWI. It's actually located downtown, in an absolutely beautiful building in the city center. The museum was really great, giving a feel for what it was like for the average person during the "First Great War". The building itself was even more impressive when I saw pictures of what it looked like after the destruction of the war.
We then drove out to a huge cemetery nearby containing over 12,000 grave stones. It was one of those humbling moments - row after row of gleaming white stone - each representing a life given in the war. A pretty special place.
Wednesday was actually kind of boring, as both Marc and Mia had to go to work. I entertained myself by walking around Antwerp, taking pictures of the city, and geekily enough, going to a matinee of the new Harry Potter. I know, I know.
This time, with Marc at work, Mia played tour guide for me, and we jumped in the car and headed for Ghent. It's a lovely little town with a big university feel to it. It, like the other Belgian cities, had an immaculate downtown square, and streets lined with beautiful stone buildings. There was a huge festival going on at the time we were there, so much of the square was being used for the tents and stages, but the city was still impressive. A huge tower with long flags stood proudly above a beautiful river which cut right through the heart of the town, most of the time filled with flat-bottomed tourist boats.
That night we went to an absolutely wonderful steak house that served up a massive mixed grill which was tremendous. We finished it off by going to one of the best bars I've ever been to. It's called the Kulminator. Sounds awesome, huh? It has a staggering collection of beer, and is run by a guy with crazy white hair who looks a little like he could be a brother of Dr. Emmit Brown from Back to the Future. Anyway, they have a great atmosphere and a great selection. It was awesome.
So yeah - I saw a lot of Belgium!
As I mentioned above, Belgium is known for beer. Even more so than Germany or Ireland, or other places you might think of. Apparently Belgium is home to over 400 different labels. When in Ghent, Mia and I walked by a place which boasted having over 250 in stock. So, needless to say, I had to try a few. During my week with Marc and Mia, I ended up sampling no fewer than 15 different Belgian beers. Some were good, some were great, and some I think I'll have to figure out how to import. Bill, if you thought I was a beer snob before... Just so you have an idea, here's the list:
|Chimay Blue
|De Koninck
|Delirium Tremens
|Gulden Draak
| Jan van Gent
|Leffe Blond
| Palm
|Verboden Frucht
| Westmalle
So if you want to try some beer, you need to get in touch with Marc and Mia, or even Tom. He knows his stuff too.
To top it off, Marc and Mia also unwittingly changed my breakfast habits forever. They introduced me to a new way of enjoying the beauty of a simple breakfast. They are diligent about buying bread from a local bakery, and I can see why. It was really, really good. However, just a tiny bit of preparation, and it was tremendous.
The recipe is simple enough for a bachelor like me to figure out:
- Find a piece of bread
- Spread some chocolate (like Nutella) on one half of it.
- Fold it over.
- Eat.
It's so simple, and so good. Heaven's little half-sandwich. It may not be the healthiest thing in the world, but it's damn good. Just to add a little variety, you can switch gears and spread a little honey on it instead of chocolate.
I had a great time in Belgium, mainly because of my hosts. Marc and Mia, thank you so much for everything. I am in your debt. When you come to the States, be sure to shoot me an email. I'll have some bread from the bakery and a couple of Boulevard Wheat's and Fat Tires for you to try. They may not measure up to the Westmalle, but they're pretty good for the States.
|Cindy | Sun Sep 09, 2007 @ 02:23PM
It's amazing the popularity of the Manneken Pis, but I have a picture or two of it from when I was there in '99 :-) Of course, I had to sample a true Belgin waffel, they really are amazing! I'm glad you got to meet up with more folks you've meant along the way - how amazing!


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What's an "Expedition Max"? It's the coming replacement for the Excursion in Ford's full-size SUV stable, and a competitor for GM's Suburban.
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What's an "Expedition Max"? It's the coming replacement for the Excursion in Ford's full-size SUV stable, and a competitor for GM's Suburban. As the name implies, the Expedition Max is based on the Expedition, but adds more than a foot—15-in., to be exact—to the standard vehicle's 119-in. wheelbase. Chevy's Suburban, on the other hand, has a slightly more compact 130-in. wheelbase. Like the Suburban, the Expedition Max will seat nine.
Unlike that vehicle, which offers V8 gasoline engines ranging in size from 5.3 to 8.1-liters, the Expedition Max will offer only the 4.6 and 5.4-liter V8s found in the standard-sized Expedition. Also, there will be no diesel option, which opens the door for Ford to offer a larger percentage of its F Series trucks with a diesel engine. Other than slight changes to the suspension to cope with the extra weight and capacity, the Max carries over its smaller brother's mechanical pieces pretty much intact.
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The Municipal Broadband Network Phenomena
Long considered the domain of private-sector enterprise and the FCC, broadband access has emerged as an essential concern for America's local government. John Eger, professor of communications and public policy at San Diego State University, states that "Cities of the past were built along waterways, then highways...today, with information highways...Cities that don't have these broadband infrastructures of our time will atrophy and die. They will be cut off from the mainstream."
Building public sector (municipal, government, educational) networks is coming to the forefront as a method for fostering economic development throughout the community. Throughout America, both urban and rural local governments are doing whatever it takes to make telecommunications and broadband services - including high-speed Internet connections, telephone service, computer networks, and even cable TV - available to government agencies, residents and business.
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Low-cost, high-speed wide-area-networking broadband wireless technologies are revolutionizing public communications, spurring economic development and bridging the digital divide. With new wireless networks cropping up across the country every day, it is only a matter of time before one witnesses a massive transformation in telecommunications across America.
Face Off: Public Broadband Networks vs. Private Service Providers
Despite widespread consensus about the importance of broadband, service providers and local governments disagree about how communities should achieve the goal of providing ubiquitous high-speed Internet access. Local governments that have opted to become broadband service providers have sparked intense backlash from the telecommunications industry, with private operators battling municipalities through lobbying, lawsuits, and local and national marketing campaigns to sway the court of public opinion.
As of December 2004, 14 states, Arkansas, Florida, Missouri, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington and Wisconsin have passed some sort of regulation banning or restricting local municipalities from providing broadband services.
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As more and more issues get tied up in the legal system, what is clear is that, like in all lawsuits, "only the lawyers end up winning." So, what are the options? Rather than wasting resources "fighting amongst one another" - let's meet, talk, work together and coordinate an action plan that both public and private sector can jointly leverage.
In continuing the WiNOG EXCHANGE tradition, this summer we will establish a forum to bring together both sides of the table, public and private, to stop the fighting and to discuss methods of working together to accomplish the task of "Bridging the Digital Divide."


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Former POW Lynch returns home to West Virginia
Wednesday, July 23, 2003
ELIZABETH, W.Va. -- Former POW Jessica Lynch returned home to a flag-waving hero's welcome Tuesday, saying "it's great to be home" in her first public words since being rescued.
"I'd like to say thank you to everyone who helped and prayed for my return," said Lynch, who was brought to the podium in a wheelchair wearing a beret and green Army dress uniform.
Lynch received a standing ovation as she entered a media tent and made her brief remarks against the backdrop of a large American flag. Outside, friends and family waved flags and "Welcome Home Jessica" signs, while a marching band warmed up for a parade trumpeting Lynch's return home.
The 20-year-old former POW said she did not realize for "a long time" that her ordeal had captured the hearts of millions around the globe.
"But I'm beginning to understand because I've read thousands of cards and letters -- many of them from children -- that offer messages of hope and faith," she said.
Lynch said she had read "thousands of stories" recounting that when she was rescued, she told U.S. Special Forces that she was an American soldier.
"Those stories were right. Those were my words. I'm an American soldier, too," she said.
Lynch's 507th Maintenance Company convoy was ambushed March 23 near the Iraqi city of Nasiriyah in an attack that killed 11 soldiers. U.S. forces rescued Lynch at a Nasiriyah hospital April 1, while five other captured 507th soldiers, held apart from Lynch, were released April 13.
Lynch's rescue quickly made an American hero out of the petite blonde who joined the Army to get an education and become a kindergarten teacher.
"I'm proud to be a soldier in the Army. I'm proud to have served with the 507th. I'm happy that some soldiers I served with made it home alive. It hurts that some of my company didn't," Lynch said.
Lynch also said she was "thankful to several Iraqi citizens who helped save my life while I was in their hospital."
Lynch said she missed Pfc. Lori Piestewa, 23, who was her roommate, best friend and a member of the 507th. Piestewa died of injuries suffered in the ambush.
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"She fought beside me, and it was an honor to have served with her," Lynch said.
Suffering from multiple broken bones and other injuries, she had arrived at Walter Reed in the nation's capital on April 12. Lynch is able to walk with the aid of a walker but still has trouble standing.
She spent more than 100 days at Walter Reed before she was released Tuesday morning. She boarded a Black Hawk helicopter for the trip to Wirt County and arrived in Elizabeth at 1:56 p.m.
After her remarks, Lynch rode in a convertible in a military motorcade through Elizabeth and then to her newly remodeled home in Palestine, a community of about 300 about five miles away. Her home has been renovated to make it handicapped-accessible to accommodate Lynch during her recovery.
Traci Lancaster, 28, came out to the parade to see her neighbor.
"I feel all the men and women over there are fighting for the future of my children,"she said. "I'd do anyting I could to honor them. If that means standing for five hours to see Jessi, that's just fine."
The short appearance was enough for Natasha Flowers, 16, from Spencer. "It was pretty brief, but it was worth it just to be able to see her. I'm glad she's home," she said.
The Wirt County High School band waited, decked out in new uniforms, to serenade her.
Lynch smiled and waved to the crowd. Her brother rode in the back seat with her. Four state police troopers, two on each side, walked beside the car to keep onlookers away.
About 2,000 people lined the motorcade route along State Route 14.
"We're here to see history," said Mary Elder, 52, of St. Marys.
On Monday, Lynch was awarded the Bronze Star, Purple Heart and Prisoner of War medals. The Bronze Star is given for meritorious combat service, a Purple Heart is most often awarded to those wounded in combat, and the POW for being held captive during wartime.


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During his Pro Day workout, the man known as Johnny Football wore a helmet and jersey that looked like something Caretaker had stolen from the guards.
While the Mean Machine garb isn't available for purchase at the Nike website, a page has been devoted to Johnny Manziel Pro Day attire. From T-shirt to shorts to shoes to socks to other stuff, a full range of black, which, and/or gray stuff is available.
It's unclear how much money Manziel will make on his rookie contract. But he's likely making plenty via a partnership with Nike. And McDonald's. And plenty of other companies, sooner or later.


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Coordinating Council
The coordinating council is the governing body of Spiritual Directors International. With the role comes fiduciary, visionary, strategic planning, and personnel oversight responsibilities. Council members serve three-year terms, and new members are appointed as members of the council complete their terms of office. The year following each coordinating council member's name indicates the year they complete their term of service on the council.
Ravi Verma, 2019
Los Angeles, California, USA
Ravi Verma of Los Angeles, California, USA sees serving on the coordinating council as a wonderful opportunity to "support the bridge builders who are called to be present to all who are seeking the mystery and to build a global community of fellow seekers and travelers."
Verma brings his years of experience with a variety of cultures, religious traditions, boards, and a combination of a contemplative stance with organizational development and management experience. His own life has been one of bridge building between the East and the West, Hindu and Christian, in himself and to accompany others in building their own bridges with the Divine, themselves, each other, and the cosmos. He hopes to bring his passion, joy, and gifts of this journey to expand and adapt the reach of SDI especially to people of other cultures, young people, people of color, and the next generations of pilgrims. Verma graduated from two different training programs and is committed to listening to the Silence and being of service.
Cynthia Bailey Manns, DMin, 2019
Eden Prairie, Minnesota, USA
Cynthia Bailey Manns is an experienced spiritual director with a background in social work, human development, spirituality, and spiritual development.
She is a passionate workshop and retreat leader, and has served as adjunct faculty at Drew Theological School and Saint Mary's University of Minnesota, as well as a campus minister and spiritual director at Seton Hall University. She is the director of adult formation at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA.
Cynthia is a contributor to the anthology Embodied Spirits: Stories of Spiritual Directors of Color.
Wendie Bernstein Lash, 2020
Redwood City, California, USA
Wendie Bernstein Lash, MS, is a spiritual director, supervisor, and pilates instructor in Redwood City, California, USA. Lash is the former co-director of the Morei Derekh Jewish Spiritual Direction training program and the Yedidya Center for Jewish Spiritual Direction, and has authored two CDs.
Lash has been involved in SDI for over a decade, including planning Leadership Institutes and leading workshops at the annual conference. She finds it a privilege to be part of a community where different faith traditions can join together in honoring both our differences and our similarities.
"As SDI continues to grow, it has even more opportunity to influence interfaith unity, peace, social justice, and the well-being of our planet and its resources."
Bruce Calvin, MDiv, 2019
Washington, DC, USA
Bruce Calvin, MDiv, of Washington, DC, USA brings more than twenty years of experience in strategic planning, developing and managing programs, marketing resources, and responding to member requests.
Calvin completed an internship in the art of spiritual direction at the Mercy Center, Burlingame, California, USA. In addition to having a private spiritual direction ministry and service, he is a hospice chaplain.
As one of the leaders of the SDI Men's Institute over several years, he is sensitive to the quandary of men on both sides of the spiritual direction conversation, who struggle with vulnerability. Calvin follows the Rule for Life of Availability and Vulnerability of the Northumbria Community.
Leslie Keener, CDP, 2021
Melbourne, Kentucky
Sister Leslie Keener is a Sister of Divine Providence of Kentucky who directs a ministry called God Space, which fosters community and spirituality through small groups, social events, and service. A campus minister for twelve years, she now serves as the vocation director for her community, meets with people for spiritual direction, and offers preached and directed retreats. She has a Masters in Ministry and a Certificate in Spiritual Direction and Retreats from Creighton University. Leslie is a native of Cincinnati, and she enjoys spicy food, arts and crafts, and dancing.
Eric Massanari, M. Div., 2021
Newton, Kansas, USA
Eric Massanari, M.Div., is an ordained pastor in the Mennonite Church USA, living in Newton, Kansas where he serves as a spiritual director and the chaplain of a continuing care community for older adults. He joins the Coordinating Council after ten years of membership in SDI, bringing a passion for inter-faith learning, community building, and companioning people who are exploring the fertile ground of elderhood and those who are nearing the end of life. An avid poet and essayist, Eric is a contributing author of An Open Place: The Ministry of Group Spiritual Direction.
In his own words: "I celebrate how spiritual companioning takes so many vital forms across time, place, traditions and cultures. In its myriad expressions it's a practice that our world needs now more than ever, as together we seek the paths that make for enduring peace."
Bernadette Miles, 2020
Victoria, Australia
SDI welcomes Bernadette Miles to the SDI coordinating council, she has been a member of SDI for over ten years.
Bernadette trained in spiritual direction and theology after twenty years of computer consulting and business management and has a special interest in formation of apostolic leadership and applying the concepts of Ignatian Spirituality to organizational development.
She is co-director at the Kardia formation and training program in Australia.
Sean Murphy, 2020
New Mexico, USA
SDI welcomes Sean Murphy to the SDI coordinating council. Sean has had nearly three decades of formal Zen meditation training, including extended periods of monastic retreat.
He's the author of the American Zen chronicle One Bird, One Stone, which won a 2014 International Book Award. He serves as adjunct professor for University of New Mexico-Taos and is founder of the Sage Institute Meditation Leader Training Program in Taos, New Mexico.
He presents widely on matters of meditation, mindfulness, and creativity.
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Wednesday, April 27, 2011
Sometimes it's the little things...
I haven't had time to make any projects in the last couple of days, but I just discovered something that may help those of you who leave comments for other bloggers and/or visit blog hops. If you are like me, after visiting so many sites, I get tired of typing my blog address over and over. I use copy and paste, and that helps, but sometimes I need to add an email address or I copy and paste something else and then have to retype the blog address again...
If you use Firefox, I just discovered a signature add-on you can install that has completely solved this problem for me, and will save lots of valuable time. Now after I type a comment, I just right click and I have the option of which signature (in this case, my blog address) I want to insert and voila...it's done! You can even use this for a block of text. Awesome!
I swear I am not getting paid to endorse this product or anything, and truthfully, I just installed it like fifteen minutes ago and only used it three times, but it made me so happy I had to share :) I found it in the add-ons under tools on the header. If you want more information, just let me know!
Stay safe and have a great evening everyone!
10 comments:
- SiskiyouSue said...
Please share this information! I knew there had to be a way, but haven't found it yet. Thanks!
suekimmet at gmail dot com
- April 27, 2011 at 11:14 PM
- Nati Tristan said...
That's a wonderful wonderful little tip! I hope the tornadoe watching ends quickly! Prayers!
- April 27, 2011 at 11:32 PM
- June Houck said...
TFS, Lisa. My pet peeve is typing in the word verification. For me, blogger does a GREAT job of blocking the spam now, so I removed w.v., but I know this is not the case for two of my blog friends.
- April 28, 2011 at 7:48 AM
- Schell said...
Nice find! It is the little things in life that make us happy :0) Hugs!!!!
- April 28, 2011 at 9:16 AM
- Tami B. said...
Thank you for this tip.
- April 28, 2011 at 10:01 AM
Great tip Lisa, thank you, and I'm with you, laptop charged and ready for basement, my internal battery all charge, my external battery all charge and I have water jugs filled in the basement.
Windy but clear skies here right now, I did some awesome cloud photos this am, yesterday the sky was just scary at one point.
Hugs, Lori m
- April 28, 2011 at 10:22 AM
- Sandy O said...
Great idea. For me it is the varification codes that get me. I have to say, they sure have helped me learn to type better though, lol
Thank you for letting me know that there is a deep cutting blade for the Cricut. I have lots of grunge board that would really like to be used. I will have to get a blade and give it a go :o)
- April 28, 2011 at 11:43 AM
- Sharla said...
Great tip!! Thanks for sharing. Hope you stay safe in the crazy weather.
- April 28, 2011 at 1:12 PM
- Jennifer said...
Awesome!!! Thanks so much for sharing. I gind that part of blog hops tiring! Now that I know what it's called I can see if safari has it too!
- April 29, 2011 at 1:29 AM
- BUZZY BEE DESIGNS & GRAPHICS said...
I have award for you
- April 29, 2011 at 2:30 AM


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I really like the look of that mod you did on the head. Great work.
I really like the look of that mod you did on the head. Great work.
"Born to lose, Live to win" - Lemmy Kilmister
That head looks awesome
Thanks so much everyone - I really appreciate it! This is what I was aiming for before, I think, I was just having trouble realizing it.
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Overdue for an update and not much has happened :P Got the head mods glued in, but there's some fixing and filing to do to make them fit properly. I filed down the back of the face plate but had to reshape it to fit. Still, slow progress is still progress!
Looks fantastic.
Thanks! Now to keep from screwing it up....lol
A little more progress on the box. I'm struggling with this, I'll admit. Between the panels being completely separated without tabs and thicker than paper, it's really tough. I may resort to 3d modeling and printing it. I'll keep going with this for now since it'll be a good size reference, if nothing else.
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You know, it might be simpler to make it out of normal paper then just hit it with resin, like some cosplay builds I've seen but small scale.
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Mmm putty.
Also some repair and detail work on the backpack.
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More progress! Working on the chest now. Bulky but at least a little streamlined is my eventual goal. I'll probably work in a vent or two somewhere as well. More than anything, there'll be heavy latch points, particularly for parachutes. I always thought the shoulders wouldn't really be the best place to take the strain of 50+ metric tons of counter force when the parachutes open...
Of course now I'm thinking I might need to beef up the knees or legs a little to balance. We'll see once it's further along.
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Little by little.
Added thrusters to the legs, I think it'll help.
I've got a few more bits I'm thinking of. I feel like the legs need a bit more bulk, but I'm not sure how to add to it. Maybe a knee vent?
They do work for it, but they seem a bit large.
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Yeah... I like the main housing, I'll have to see if I've got smaller nozzles.
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And now for something completely different: https://skfb.ly/PAnN
All that talk about the Type 61 got me fired up, and with the permission of tekzo, I've been building one up based on his papercraft design here: http://myhobbycraft.blogspot.com/200...-tank-135.html
My goal is to make it 3D print-able, although the barrels might be best served with brass pipe. I'll probably make two versions of the guns. I'll put it up on thingiverse once it's done; probably shapeways, too.
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Back to our semi-regularly scheduled MG. I replaced the leg thrusters, I like these much better. I'm really struggling with what to do with the hands. I like the gats on the arms, but what do I do with the hands? The guns seem sort of supurflous, there's already the backup Vulcans in the arms. I dunno, maybe a switchblade? :P
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Well, if you could find a way to make it work, two combat knives or a beam saber would work well I think.
"Pssssssst...Hey you...yeah you...No, THE OTHER you, yeah, YOU, see that person sitting next to you...yeah, that one right there, light them on fire."
"Cover me, I'm going stupid."
"I've seen Hockey games where boxing breaks out, I want to go to a boxing match and watch Hockey break out."
"My Gunpla work style is best described as the Hold my Beer and Watch This method."
This is shaping up really well. Lol I'd let him keep the guns for fun.
I may just come up with a variety of load outs lol
The tank is shaping up nicely, I think: https://skfb.ly/PAnN
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Update - got the knees sorted out to my liking.
Also toying with a variety of weapon options
Interesting rifle choice there, using the Fringe unit of the RE-GZ.
Fringe? It's just the center secton of the Re-GZ BWS - is that another name for it?
I've been systematically dismantling the Re-GZ MG for parts for some time now (see the knees lol). I'm seeing this as more of a 0084-ish modular test bed - I don't think it'd have the gatlings and the large rifle at the same time, but there are bits and pieces of upcoming UC tech under test.
Dunno...I'm basing it on the subs for CCA. When Kayra got hit by a shot from a red battleship near Axis, she referred to the BWS as the Re-GZ's "fringe." I'm not sure if that's the proper word for it, though.
What she was actually was saying was that, "I don't need that wing in space."
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As many of you know, I often vent about our two dogs, Chase and Murphy. Since Murphy's arrival the household has been in a small state of shock with Murphy leading the way with Chase not too far behind but, given his age, behind nonetheless. Murphy arrived much in the same fashion as Chase did...as a surprise to the elder statesdog. In Chase's case this was Chia (her given name as we adopted her - we decided not to change it and confuse her. Turns out she was very smart and this would not have been a problem for her...no such luck with the current two). When we arrived with Chase that day back in June of 2004 Chia looked up as we walked in the door and upon seeing Chase her face said it all. "You've got to be kidding". Over the next four years Chase left Chia alone just enough that she did not harm him beyond repair. The first night without Chia saw Chase alone for the first time since he entered our house and he cried...until he figured out he now had the bigger bed all to himself. The crying stopped. Quickly.
When Murphy arrived about 15 months later Chase reacted like any Golden who had the run of the place to himself...with true glee. Chase was always a social dog even with no other dogs around. With a new playmate, Chase was even dopier and happier than before. But over time he started to show his age. He no longer won the fetch contests with Murphy and eventually he stopped trying. Time and age always catch up...always.
So it was Saturday that time made its decision known. The day started out normally with my wife telling me we needed to get one of the tires fixed on the small SUV. It had been leaking air and our efforts to fill it met with more leaks. We ran the car over to the dealer without an appointment and they went to work immediately. The weather was nice so we walked around the lot, were greeted by a nice young salesman and we talked cars for a few minutes. We went back inside and the car was not yet finished but we found the problem, a screw in the tire, not the tire we thought but still a problem that was now being fixed...slowly. Suddenly my wife was on the phone. It was our daughter Megan. She sounded concerned. Sue looked concerned. Megan was supposed to be at a friend's house and we were supposed to take her. The only problem...the car still wasn't ready. My wife spoke to the salesman we had spoken with and convinced him to let us use one of the cars we had sat in earlier and admired. He looked concerned but we were out the door and on our way before he could second guess himself. We picked up Megan at home and whisked her off to her appointment...then we ran two errands. We arrived back at the dealer, greeted the relieved salesman, picked up our car and after briefly asking about the price of the car... we left. At home I moved the giant SUV out of the driveway so there would be enough room to throw for the dogs. Only Murphy was game so I threw a few. Eventually Chase wandered out but he showed little interest in fetching the ball...As Murphy dropped another ball on the driveway I bent to pick it up and noticed a dark spot. I knelt down to make sure I was actually seeing what I thought I was seeing. There was no mistaking it. I had seen this before. The realization was a shock but also not totally unexpected. Having said that I was not totally ready for what I was about to face. Chase was oblivious...as if nothing was wrong. I called Sue over and showed her the spot on the driveway. After a brief discussion she acknowledged we had little choice. I jumped in the Giant SUV and Sue Followed in the smaller SUV. This was it.
Sometimes when the end arrives you just know what you have to do...and we knew. The spot on the driveway had sprung us into action. The Giant SUV had a mysterious oil leak and with 143,000 plus miles on it we had been wondering when we might turn it in. Suddenly today was the day. I arrived at the dealer and within an hour the Giant SUV was without a license plate and had a tag hanging from its' rear view mirror apologizing for its appearance as it was "a new arrival". Sue picked up Megan and now they were both with me as we handed over the keys and signed the papers for our "new" used smaller than the giant SUV we had just purchased...the same one we drove around town most of the day.
As I walked out I took one last look at the Giant SUV and for a second, my heart sank. This was the car that had given us 110,000 terrific family miles (we always buy used cars) full of trips to Florida, Wisconsin, Michigan, Connecticut and countless others. It was also my airport car, clanging the "No cars over 6-2 allowed" sign at the Philadelphia airport every time. It had taken me to Rhode Island, Upstate New York, even to and from West Virginia...as recently as one day earlier. It also had the distinction of being the car that I had taken Chia in when we had to put her down for good. Chase had never recovered from this and the first time I took him in it alone (without my wife) he was fairly certain, okay completely panicked that he was about to meet the same fate as the recently departed Chia. I was driving him to the park for a walk. But time had caught up to the Giant SUV and so we left it (after I hugged it goodbye), having made a good deal and having gotten more than our money's worth out of it.
As I pulled in the driveway Chase seemed most excited about the new car...it was not the scary one that took Chia away. Tonight I arrived in West Virginia and as I walked from the parking lot I looked back at the "new SUV". It had performed well...and it had room for the dogs.


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Tuesday, October 30, 2007
Today's Jewelry: Severe Schoolmarm Edition
*Flowers from boyfriend (aww!)
*costume crystal and pearl necklace, circle marcasite earrings
*Black sweater set, grey skirt, black/ grey tights, black satin flights. On two separate occasions (with a different outfit), a woman has told me my tights are sexy. (!) In a corporate setting, no less. What a compliment, right?
Have a great night!
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- WendyB said...
Awesome tights! I love that you are thinking "severe schoolmarm" while others are like, "hey baby!" Which reminds me that I was wearing my hairy purple jacket today and someone (someone I know) said, "Wow, look at that jacket!" So I gave her a sharp look and said, "Does that mean you don't like it?" and she confessed that she did not! I'm not sure what I think of this whole exchange!!! Anyway, clearly she is insane because who doesn't like hairy purple jackets? Not us sane people.
- October 30, 2007 at 6:25 PM
- atelier said...
I think your tights are quite sexy, I love original tights, they are awesome!
- October 30, 2007 at 6:31 PM
- Kassie said...
I love those tights! They are original and have a pattern that will get you noticed but not obnoxiously attention grabbing.
- October 30, 2007 at 8:05 PM
- Lady N said...
I love how you put your pictures together! lovely tights, beautiful flowers.
- October 30, 2007 at 8:05 PM
- Lady N said...
I Tagged you!! See my current post...
- October 30, 2007 at 10:48 PM
your tights have serious man magnet potential but lets keep that out of the corporate setting shall we
- October 31, 2007 at 9:02 AM
- glamour girly said...
Those are tights are amazing! Where did you get them?! I love your blog and the way you put the pictures together. Way cute that your boy gave you flowers!
- October 31, 2007 at 9:13 AM
- In Yr Fshn said...
Wendy: LOL!!! I just choked on my water! That woman is so obviously insane. Hairy purple jackets are what separates the women from the girls.
Thanks, everyone, for loving on my tights! They are two years old now and hanging on pretty strong, but I only drag them out once or twice a season. From Bloomie's, I think.
I see some new names: welcome!
- October 31, 2007 at 9:36 AM


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I was born in Milwaukee Wisconsin. I graduated from Cudahy Senior High School, Cudahy Wisconsin in 1980. I enlisted as a member as the Wisconsin Air National Guard during my senior year of high school and immediately after graduation left for boot camp in Texas. I completed boot camp and technical training in time for me to attend college in the fall 1980.
I attended college at the University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point. I graduated with dual majors, political science and public administration in May 1983. During college, I supported myself working as a licensed private detective with Pinkertons and as a law enforcement officer with the Air National Guard. During a couple summers, I worked security, apprehending shoplifters, for Six Flags Theme Park in Chicago, Illinois.
I received my Juris Doctorate degree from the University of Memphis in Memphis, Tennessee. While in law school, I was a member of the law review and an active member of the Student Bar Assn. During law school, I had the honor of clerking for eight criminal court judges for the Shelby County Criminal Courts. I was also sworn in the Tennessee Air National Guard where I continued to work as a Law Enforcement Officer. I graduated from law school in 1987.
I relocated at that time to California and became a licensed attorney in the State of California in 1987. I practiced law in California in the San Francisco Bay area and Sacramento from 1987 through 1993. I worked primarily in civil litigation as a trial attorney. I started practicing law in Colorado in January 1993.
Since January 1993, I have devoted the majority of my time to family law matters, including divorce, maintenance, child custody, child support, property division, post-decree issues, pre/post marital agreement and adoption. I also have an active small estate practice, which includes wills, powers of attorney, guardianships, conservatorship and probate. I have completed forty hours of training to become a mediator.
In addition to an active law practice, I have maintained a strong commitment to the legal community serving on the Larimer County Bar Association Professional Committee from 1996 through the present. I was elected to the Larimer County Bar Association executive committee from 2002-2006. In 2005-2006, I was the President of the Larimer County Bar Association.
Outside the practice of law, I enjoy volunteer work with community organizations. I served on the Board of Directors for six years. I am a manager for the Rocky Hockey club for Rocky Mountain High School in Fort Collins. I have two sons. Both have played hockey since they were young. Both sons are currently attending college.
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U.S. District Court for Northern CA, 1987
U.S. District Court for Eastern CA, 1991
State of Colorado, 1994
U.S. District Court for Colorado, 1994
University of Memphis, Memphis, Tennessee
Law Review: University of Memphis Law Review, 1986-1987
University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point, Stevens Point, Wisconsin
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Check out the modifiers for this week's activities.
Posted By Ravi Sinha | On 28th, Jun. 2016 Under News
The weekly reset has come, brought about some rather hilarious bugs and gone for Destiny, thus leaving some new weekly activities for players to complete.
This week's Nightfall is The Undying Mind with the Epic, Match Game, Grounded, Catapult and Trickle modifiers. Match Game means enemies will be resistant to all unmatched elemental damage. Grenades recharge faster but Trickle means the recharge of all abilities is significantly reduced which is a bummer. Grounded also ensures you take more damage while airborne.
For Challenge of the Elders, you have Juggler (no ammo drops for your equipped weapon) and Berserk (enemies won't flinch) as the modifiers. The bonus this week is for Super Kills which net more points and the bosses you face are Sylok The Defiled, Pilot Servitor and Noru'usk, Servant of Oryx. King's Fall raiders will have Golgoroth as the challenge this week for the chance at higher Light level loot.
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Wednesday, January 21, 2015
Future nostalgia
Today is the day that my second Wendy returns to Berlin.
It's a special day, not only because she's been missed, but because i feel that her finally coming back will somehow bring us closer to living in our new home.
The painters are probably there right now, working on it, and i desperately wanna go there and help them... or bring them lots of coffee and pizza to help speed up the process!
I may have started looking for apartments in August, but i've been homeless for a year.
I have a roof over my head, and i get to take a shower every morning, and i'm grateful for that, but as far as i'm concerned, this isn't my home anymore.
I'm just some squatter with one foot out the door.
Someone who tries their best to be invisible, as to not bother the couple that lives downstairs.
I'm a rat in the attic of someone else's house.
I started packing months ago, so it doesn't even look like a home anymore.
Just kinda creepy and bare, a shadow of the cozy nest that it used to be.
It's crazy to think that i worked on this place for a year, ruined my shoulders and wrists painting and carrying furniture and boxes much too heavy for my relatively small frame.
And now, i can't wait to get out of here.
I feel like i should feel something for this place, considering that this was my dream house, and it used to make me so happy to just think about the fact that i lived here, but nope... nothing.
The only thing i'm nostalgic for is what's to come.
Decorating, having friends over for movie and paint nights, drinking coffee on the balcony, getting visits from my parents again, studying Japanese in my room.
Basically just... having a home.
The only area of the apartment, besides the kitchen, that still vaguely resembles a home, the rest has been in boxes for months
Me and Mandy cuddling up to pimp mama Shannon
That day we tried to have breakfast at Roamers, but they were full, and we ended up at Tischendorf instead
In Japanese class we recently started on Kanji, and sometimes the homework is so hard it makes me wanna rip my hair out and throw things, but then i get to class, and it's so fun and so challenging, it's totally worth the frustration
Very small painting based on an old pencil drawing
Last week after Japanese class i went to Heno Heno by myself and had a delicious and cheap yasai don for dinner
When you're so hungover that you wanna die, but somehow manage to drag your sorry ass to the pizza place, and you come home and your pizza is like "there, there, i love you too"
Another Mexico sketch that became a painting
I got a bag of new old clothes from my friends that are moving, and i'm particularly stoked on this epic hoodie
Why i was hungover on Sunday...
Uhm, and this... blurry but you get the idea!
Posted by Flora Amalie at 14:49 Labels: Arts and craftyness, Awesomeness, Best buddies, Decor, Food, Home, I Want to go to There, iPhone, Rant, Wardrobe, Wellbeing
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Its weird. I don't know you, but nevertheless I feel for you so much, that I felt sick while reading this, as if we we're old friends.Replies
Part of this post broke my heart, but mostly it reminded me why I've found inspiration in this blog (aside from your gorgeous analogue images, Japan, travels, art, interiors & all the yummiest fooooods). You've been incredible, personal, strong, inspiring. I don't actually know you but I find myself rooting for your happiness xxReplyDeleteReplies
Thank you so much. I don't even know what to say, comment like this one just make me so happy :)Delete
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Just a short drive from Florida's trendy South Beach area, there's a strip of opulent high-rise beachside resorts that exude a perfectly delightful combination of relaxation and luxury, minus all the SoBe craziness. And after a recent stay at the Acqualina Resort & Spa in Sunny Isles, along this very strip, this might just be one of this editor's new favorite spots in South Florida.
Boasting the charm of a Mediterranean villa, with its porte cochere cobblestoned entrance lined with perfectly manicured palm trees, majestic fountains and dramatic outdoor curtains, the Acqualina could have very well been plucked from somewhere on the French Riviera. It's no wonder this property is a member of The Leading Hotels of the World, and has earned top accolades such as the AAA five-diamond award for two consecutive years (2010 and 2011).
"We pride ourselves on offering luxury, comfort and exceptional service to ensure we provide our guests with the most enjoyable experience possible," says Sase Gjorsovski, general manager, Acqualina Resort & Spa.
Indeed, once you've stepped into the lobby, the elegance gets even headier with renaissance-inspired furnishings, grand chandeliers and more dramatic curtains. As an attentive front desk staff greets guests with a glass of champagne (or other beverage of choice), it's clear this resort definitely takes the luxury experience to operatic heights.
gorgeous guestrooms Situated on 4.5 beachfront acres with 400 ft. of pristine Atlantic Ocean coastline, Acqualina features 54 spacious guestrooms and 43 suites (as well as additional residences) complete with private terraces; flat-screen TVs; large bathrooms with double sinks, glass-enclosed shower and bathtub; fully stocked bar; and high-speed Internet access.
Guestrooms offer Intracoastal Waterway vistas or oceanfront views, and feature a king-sized bed and sitting area, while all suites boast ocean views, a bedroom and separate living space. Full kitchens are included in many suites with sub-zero refrigerators, microwave, dishwashers and granite countertops.
spa splendors A visit to Acqualina is not complete without a visit to its spa, ESPA at Acqualina. The recipient of various awards, including Allure magazine's "Best Day Spa in Miami" for 2009, and Conde Nast Traveller's "Top Spas in the Americas and Caribbean" for 2008, this spa is the first-ever ESPA-branded spa in the U.S., meaning they use only ESPA products in all treatments. This 20,000-sq.-ft., 2-story facility overlooks the Atlantic Ocean and features his and hers locker rooms and separate relaxation lounges, as well as an outdoor spa verandah with private pool, jacuzzi, Roman waterfall and sundeck.
Spa-goers should arrive at the spa 60 minutes before scheduled treatments to enjoy welcome refreshments of fresh smoothies, tea and organic snacks. There are also plenty of amenities to enjoy, including his and hers crystal steam rooms, ice fountains, and experience showers, with more water features than a traditional shower.
The ESPA at Acqualina is simply divine and with its extensive menu of treatments, we found it difficult to choose just one, so here are a few of our favorites: the hot stone therapy massage, available in 50- or 80-minute sessions, the reiki massage, and the traditional Swedish massage, as well as the indulgent ESPA Refining Enzyme Facial—providing deep cleaning and skin brightening treatments to liven dull skin; the Salt and Oil Scrub—blending sea salt and essential oils to help remove dead skin cells; and the Chakra Balancing With Volcanic Stones—using skin brushing, exfoliation and a facial cleanse to relieve tension and muscle stress.
the dish on dining As with most high-end resorts, Acqualina offers a few choice gourmet dining options, such as the acclaimed Italian restaurant, Il Mulino New York, whipping up fried calamari, chicken marsala, eggplant rollatini and veal scallopini, as well as a selection of fine Italian wines. Il Mulino also serves breakfast in the resort's Aaria Lounge and on the Aaria Veranda. For a more casual fare, there's Costa Grill, open for lunch and for the Beachfront Grill Nights from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. daily. Here, guests can order signature cocktails, and nibble on hors d'oeuvres and small plates, including offerings from the locally popular Hiro Yakko Sushi.
For lighter fare, or for pre- or post-dinner cocktails, guests can check out Aaria Bar & Lounge, with a 20-seat bar and separate lounge area, and serving light fare, including sushi, sashimi and other Japanese culinary offerings from Hiro Yakko Sushi.


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US Box office battered by Hurricane Irene
Forcing the closure of cinemas in major cities along the US east coast such as New York, Hurricane Irene knocked down the US domestic ticket sales by 23 compared to the taking of the same weekend from last year.
Paul Dergarabedian, box office analyst from Hollywood.com, who had published these results, was not surprised. "There was no question the hurricane had a significant negative impact on ticket sales," he said.
"That said, this was never preordained to be a blockbuster kind of weekend and late August is typically a slowdown period for the summer movie season," he added.
In spite the adversity of nature, the newly-released action movie Colombiana, made an estimated 10.3 million, beating studio forecast of 8 million and taking second place behind the black maids drama The Help, which continued to crown the box office for a second week, grossing 96.6 million since it opened three weeks ago.
Colombiana, starring Avatar's Zoe Saldana, tells the story of a woman who witnesses the murder of her parent as child and grows to be an assassinate seeking revenge.
Guillermo Del Toro's produced horror movie Don't Be Afraid of the Dark, staring Katie Holms and Guy Pearce, finished third with sales of 8.7 million.
Sci-fi movie Rise of the Planet of the Ape is still strong after five weeks in theatres, finishing fourth with 8.7 million. The movie, starring James Franco and Andy Serkis, has grossed 307 million.
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Despite the fact that many buildings in gardens could actually serve as residences year round, most garden architecture is fanciful and decorative. The overall arrangement of buildings divides the interior space of the garden into smaller cells that contain one or many small scenic views.
Compare these ground plans of the courtyard house and a garden. What features of basic layout do they share in common? How are they different?
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Buildings in a garden are often connected by covered walkways and different spaces are visually linked by views glimpsed through open doorways, lattice windows, and decorative openings in walls. At other times, the view is purposely obstructed by building placement and other "natural" barriers such as artificial mountain structures. A garden's planner would also consider how a particular view might change as a visitor walked.
Chinese garden designers use "borrowed views," picturesque views that are framed by parts of the buildings themselves but exist beyond the walls of the garden proper.
Sometimes views are borrowed from other parts of the garden. "Leak windows" are openings decorated with lattice designs that allow the viewer glimpses into smaller courtyards and spaces that the building would otherwise hide.
What difference can you perceive in how you would experience this type of garden compared with the garden of a French villa or an English country garden?
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What might the advantages be in having a building without walls?
Where would you expect to find this building type in a garden?
This type of building usually contained the owner's library.
What features of this building can you see that would make it ideal for use as a library?
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By Cyril Tuohy
A recent survey by TIAA-CREF, the teachers' pension fund giant, finds that Americans aren't really sure whom to trust when it comes to financial advice, and that they are generally uncomfortable speaking about money.
The random-sample survey of 1,000 adults nationwide, published in the second annual Financial Advice Survey, found that 48 percent of respondents say it is hard to know which sources of financial advice they can trust. At the same time, 46 percent of respondents said they need a trusted place to go for advice.
"When it comes to financial advice, trust and personal touch are key if we expect individuals to take action," Eric Jones, senior managing director of advisory solutions at TIAA-CREF, said in a news release.
The survey also found that 37 percent of respondents said they don't like talking to anyone about their finances. In addition, two fifths think financial advice costs too much, 33 percent said they don't have time to find proper financial advice and 58 percent say they would prefer to get financial advice from a single place.
Given the ambivalence of Americans toward money and finances, perhaps it's no surprise that many people are behind in their retirement goals.
The survey also found that baby boomers -- people born between 1946 and 1964 -- were not only the most informed about retirement planning but also the most likely to act on retirement advice given to them.
A total of 85 percent said they are most likely to act on financial advice they receive some or most of the time, the survey found.
Members of Generation X, the group of Americans following behind boomers, are most likely to seek advice on retirement, the survey found. A total of 80 percent of those born between 1965 and 1984 who are seeking advice are looking for even more guidance on how to prepare for retirement.
Generation Y, adults younger than age 30, were most likely to say they were "little or not at all" informed about retirement planning. Gen Y has a longer time horizon before leaving the working world so they have more time to prepare.
Still, a total of 43 percent of Gen Yers said they lack adequate retirement planning information, the survey found.
KCR Research conducted the telephone survey of people 18 and older between Aug. 28 and Sept. 2 of this year. The margin of error was plus or minus 3.1 percentage points.
Cyril Tuohy is a writer based in Pennsylvania. He has covered the financial services industry for more than 15 years. He can be reached at [email protected].
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Meet the four Kings in the Lenormand Revolution
Each is positioned behind his card's corresponding number and can be incorporated into a reading as a person of interest. The Kings usually point to an older male, perhaps someone of authority, a patriarch, or an ex.
For example, the King of Spades, found behind the number 30, can represent an elder father figure who possesses wisdom from experience. Card 6, the King of Clubs, can point to a moody chap who shows up as an ex more often than not.
The King of Hearts lives in card 4 and can point to a man around the house, while in 34, the King of Diamonds, we sometimes find an executive with deep pockets. As always look to the surrounding cards for further insights.
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Today, I'm linking up with Jamie for What I'm Loving Wednesday.
Wednesday, April 6, 2011
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Today, I'm linking up with Jamie for What I'm Loving Wednesday.
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- AnonymousApril 6, 2011 at 10:48 AM
I'm so jealous of your weekend!ReplyDelete
Grey's is a must watch for me too!ReplyDelete
From one Elizabeth to another :) I also started watching Body of Proof! I was skeptical, but I love it!ReplyDelete
Very jealous:) Have fun! Happy Wednesday!ReplyDelete
Love that pink dress how cute!!ReplyDelete
So Jealous of that hot tub hahah! Have a wonderful time!!!!
I am jealous of those weekend plans! I need a manicure soooo badly as well... AND I have the same problem with my hair guy, but he moved 2 states away! I have, however, met up with him in a different state before!ReplyDelete
Umm, totally jealous of your weekend get-away! Oh my goodness. Sounds amazing. xoxoReplyDelete
Wow! It looks beautiful!ReplyDelete
wow, fun weekend planned! and i'm jealous- i'm in much need of a pedicure! i just found your blog and am a new follower, please stop by mine!ReplyDelete
Everything sounds so relaxing! haircut, mani/pedi, relaxing day with your boyfriend... ahhh. I AM JEALOUS! :)ReplyDelete
I am super jealous! I hope you have a great weekend :)ReplyDelete
I love Grey's and Private Practice too! They're my favs.
Elizabeth, I'm super jealous! Thank you for your comments today on my post about my wedding. I appreciate it.ReplyDelete
What is the hotel that you all are staying. I'll have to look it up. Have a wonderful time.
It sounds like you have an incredible weekend ahead of you. I'm a little jealous of the hot tub and amazing meal, and a lot jealous of the massage.ReplyDelete
I hope you both enjoy your relaxing weekend.
Hope you enjoy your shellac mani! They are the best.ReplyDelete
Thanks for the comments also :)
Also, Where is this resort located?
Thanks for playing along!ReplyDelete
That Lily dress is SO cute!


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by dsk0410 January 14, 2015
Someone who is loyal to all of his friends. Who always has something funny to say. Someone who can always give you some great advise. You should be very proud to be with friends with a Cris. He has a sexy smile and his big tan arms are the best place to be. He is an amazing man and deff the best husband ever! He has the greatest personality ever and is very fun to be around!
by the best wife ever June 05, 2011
Louis Roederer's Cristal. Arguably the finest champagne on earth, 55% Pinot Noir and 45% Chardonnay. Eloquent, intense, subtle nose with aromas of almond on an underlying theme of fresh white flowers.
P-Diddy ordered another bottle of Cris and remarked, "My goodness Jay-Z, these gossamer-like bubbles are so gladdening! Mmmm, such a full opulent attack, remarkable balance, exquisite finesse, and extraordinary length, don't you say?"
by Dan Fox June 11, 2003
Otherwise known as the pimp hand from jesus
If you dont get outa my face ima bring the pimp hand of cris
by big fred6999 May 16, 2011
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When it is to be believed that there is some form of blockage in one's anus and a test must be done by a doctor to discover where the blockage is and how to deal with it properly.
When it is to be believed that there is some form of blockage in one's anus and a test must be done by a doctor to discover where the blockage is and how to deal with it properly.
by Treshawn Jones July 07, 2011
A cliche drink among hiphop practitioners that is supposed to indicate that they are doing well financially. Cristal is the full name, it is a wine, however, contrary to a previous definer, Champagne does not have pinot noir and chardoney in it, it is a wine specifically made of grapes from the Champagne region in France.
"Cris on ice and a Benz" (Mercedes Benz of any kind and Bentley cars being the automotive cliche that indicates extreme rapper wealth)
by Sean P April 14, 2005
"Did you hear about that Cri girl that listens to Bayside?"
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Find out more about the different types of trusts that can be set up and whether it is always the best option to house your assets.
Over the years the topic of trusts may have come up in conversation. Perhaps a friend or a relative established a trust for their children or someone spoke favourably about a trust in passing. But what exactly is a trust and is it right for you?
By definition, a trust is a legal entity in which a person known as a trustee holds or administers moveable or immovable property separately from his or her own, for the benefit of another person or persons (known as the beneficiaries) or for the furtherance of another purpose such as a charity. A trust is created by a person(s) known as the founder.
In South Africa, there are three primary types of trusts:
- An ownership trust: The founder of the trust transfers ownership of assets or property to a trustee(s) to be held for the benefit of defined beneficiaries of the trust
- A bewind trust: The founder transfers ownership of assets or property to beneficiaries of the trust but control over the property is given to the trustee(s)
- A curatorship trust: As per this structure the trustee(s) administers the trust assets for the benefit of a beneficiary who doesn't have the capacity to do so (for example a person with a disability)
In South Africa, trusts are typically formed in two ways: 'inter-vivos' (while the founder is alive) and 'mortis causa' or testamentary which is set up in terms of the will of a person and comes into effect after their death.
Living trusts are ideal for keeping 'growth' assets such as shares and property separate from your estate. Testamentary trusts are well suited to protecting the interests of minors and other dependents who are unable to attend to their own affairs.
Trusts are further distinguished according to their nature or object, for example, business trusts, family trusts, vesting trusts etc. Your own unique set of circumstances will dictate what trust will suit you best.
Generally speaking, newly established trusts do not usually have funds which can be used to acquire assets. Trusts are normally funded by way of a loan, provided in most instances by the founder. Trusts can also be funded when assets are sold at market value to the trust and the purchase price of the asset remains as a loan owing by the trust to the lender.
There are various advantages to be derived from setting up a trust. Trusts are particularly useful from a property perspective in that a trust does not die. I.e. a trust is not liable for estate duty, transfer duty, executor's or conveyancer's fees that would be payable under the banner of an estate or in the hands of heirs. What's more is that the trust does not pay capital gains tax as long as an asset is not sold.
Additionally, trusts can be used to 'lock in' value and protect assets. For instance, if you have a property registered in a trust, the property no longer forms part of your personal estate and is therefore protected from creditors even if you are declared insolvent.
That said, trusts aren't for everyone and there are issues which can manifest. For instance, problems can crop up when trusts aren't properly established or managed. The founder also effectively has to give up control of their assets and the intended beneficiaries might not receive an income until after an estate is wound up which can take time.
Of course, there are various other issues relating to trusts. There are also costs involved in setting up and administering a trust. As is the case with anything of this nature, it's best to speak to the experts, be honest about your circumstances and familiarise yourself with the intricacies before proceeding with a vehicle of this nature.
Source: www.privateproperty.co.za/advice/property/articles/is-buying-property-in-a-trust-the-way-to-go/4508


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Tucker and Dale vs Evil review
This movie is nothing but hilarious. It's about two hillbillies, Tucker and Dale, who have bought a vacation home up in the mountains and are going up there to fix it up, at the same time we have a group of young people going up the same mountains to party. And after that a LOT of funny shit happens that I won't spoil because every moment is gold.
It was a very long time ago since a movie surprised me with its content, the premise of the movie is a comedy based upon situations and stereotypes occurring in real horror movies.
Like the stupid teens partying, the outback degenerate hillbillies and over the top deaths. Fear not however, this movie is not even playing in the same league as the shitty "Scary movie" franchise which just rips famous scenes from horror movies and is made up of silly sketches, "Tucker and Dale vs Evil" is a much more superior story and comedy on all accounts. It really does a great job at creating believable situations and reactions that will make you laugh your ass off.
I also find this movie a lot funnier than the more successful horror-comedies of this genre, like Shaun of the Dead (which I like) and Zombieland (which I don't like). Both of those movies had fun enough moments and plots but this movie is in my opinion a lot funnier.
If you are somewhat well versed in the horror movie clichés you will enjoy this movie even more, there are a lot of scenes that are subtle in origin (over the top in execution) which makes for a more enjoyable experience as you won't sit and think "oh that's from Saw, and that's from I know what you did last summer, etc". And those very few "on the nose" moments are so iconic that there can be no mistake from which movie they are taken are still so well made and damn funny that it doesn't matter.
The movie slows down a little towards the very end, but overall this is the best comedy I've seen in a good while. I might actually consider this better and more clever than "Horrible bosses".
9/10, see it!
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Sounds like I need to watch this...thanks for the heads up.ReplyDelete
This a DVD or theatre? Sounds like something I would like.ReplyDelete
It's out on DVD http://www.amazon.co.uk/Tucker-Dale-vs-Evil-DVD/dp/B004NBY242ReplyDelete
Thanks for the review never heard of this will have to hunt it down and watch it.ReplyDelete
I saw this advertised and thought it looked funny, good to hear that it actually is! might just have to order this now.ReplyDelete
Yeah this is a really overlooked movie. I saw the trailer on youtube while watching something else and thought it looked funny (actually laughed hard at it). I had not heard about the movie before either, from what I've learned this is something of a "low budget indie movie" - which makes sense. It is far to clever and funny (and weird) to be a studio release.ReplyDelete
One of the better movies I've seen in a while, I can only agree with the praise Anatoli gave already.ReplyDelete