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Dundalk's Friday night goal hero Kurtis Byrne told of his side's joy after he delivered three points with a goal he labelled as his most important.
He struck just after the break, latching on to a fine Pat Hoban pass, and it was the only goal that separated the sides at the full-time whistle and he revealed the team's happiness with the win against a Bray side who did not make it easy.
"I am delighted with the win and so are all the lads because that was a really tough game for us and they made it difficult for us to play so credit to them," the Dubliner said afterwards. "They really made it hard for us to come out of that game with all three points."
However, ever the perfectionist, even if the team were pleased as a whole, Byrne admitted he was not happy with his own individual display despite the crucial winning goal, his fifth in the league this season.
"I felt I was poor tonight if I'm honest and I wasn't happy with my performance but to get the goal was important for the team and that is all that counts so I was just happy to see it hit the back of the net," Byrne continued.
Of the goal that won all the points, an effort that squeezed past goalkeeper Darren Quigley and into the top corner, he admitted that it was possibly the most important goal of his career so far.
The former Hibernian forward stated: "In the league, it probably is the biggest goal I have scored and hopefully now after that one I can kick on and get even more for the team and help out.
"As long as we keep winning, it doesn't matter how we do it but just winning at this point of the season and getting the points on the board is the only thing we are concentrating on."


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Fans will select the four captains the 2016 NHL All-Star Game with the remaining 40 roster spots filled out by the league's Hockey Operations Department.
The format of the game may be changing, but there'll be at least one familiar element to the NHL's 2016 All-Star Weekend at the end of January in Nashville.
The All-Star Fan Vote, which opens on Tuesday, Dec. 1 at 12 p.m. ET at NHL.com/Vote, will allow fans to determine the four All-Star captains who will lead their respective divisions into the new three-game, three-on-three tournament format.
Fans will be permitted to select as few as one player and a maximum of four players per ballot. The maximum number of ballots cast per day for each user is 10, so that means we're unlikely to see Jordie Benn benefit from a Rory Fitzpatrick-style ballot box stuffing campaign.
Voting concludes on Friday, Jan. 1, with the top vote-getters by division—regardless of position—named All-Stars and captains. That means we could see a goalie—Henrik Lundqvist, maybe?—wearing the C come game time.
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Here it is, guys: a crash course in meal planning. This is what saves me time, money, and extra pounds every week.
Healthy eating means something different to everyone. To me, it means vegetables at most of my meals, grains at just a few of them, and plenty of protein. Convenience foods and restaurant meals — especially in the Midwest, where there are just fewer options — don't easily facilitate this.
Time and expense are big, totally valid barriers to eating healthfully. Learning to plan meals and prep food ahead of time? Game changer.
Eating nutrient-dense meals is important, and the cheapest way to do that is to make the meals yourself. While swinging through the McDollar menu drive-thru on the way home may be cheaper than grocery shopping and cooking, the calories you're consuming are totally empty. Buying a kale and romaine salad with chicken, chickpeas, bell peppers, and avocado could easily be $8-12. You can make it at home for WAY less money. You just may have to eat it for a few days in a row to use up all the ingredients.
Eating healthfully is more expensive. It just is. I talk about this issue here, but processed food is full of sugars and starches because those ingredients are dirt cheap. Leafy greens and lean proteins are costly, especially when compared to the $1 frozen T.V. dinner.
I am so fortunate to be able to afford nutrient-dense food. This does not escape me. Not everyone can budget for seven salads a week, because seven sandwiches will be cheaper.
Making a thoughtful grocery list can save money, as can shopping around to find the cheapest place for your staples. I rely on Aldi, a bargain grocery store, and have saved so much money shopping there.
Time is another factor in eating healthfully. It takes longer to grocery shop and cook than it does to eat in the cafeteria at work or hit Chipotle on the way home. I choose to spend multiple hours on the weekend planning, shopping, and prepping food for the upcoming week. I enjoy this, so it doesn't often feel like work (although sometimes it does).
By carefully planning my meals, making an intentional grocery list, and keeping essentials on hand, I'm able to make (mainly) wholesome meals for G and I for the whole week.
Meal planning can be overwhelming and intense the first few times. It's full of a dozen little mental calculations: how much rice do I need? Do we have eggs? What about bananas? Which nights am I working late?
I was terrible at first: buying too much, planning to make dinner every night of the week (ha!), forgetting to plan something for breakfasts or snacks.
What follows are the details of how I meal plan. Everyone does this process differently, and a million little factors determine what will work best for you. How many people are you cooking for? How many times do you eat out each week? Do you mind leftovers?
To help you answer those questions, I've made a meal planning worksheet. The instructions for use are at the bottom of the post, and you can download the worksheet here.
Friday: Over lunch, I plan meals for the upcoming week, Saturday-Friday. I save complicated or time-consuming recipes for the weekend and rely on old faithfuls and no-recipe meals during the week.
I also give thought to lunches and breakfasts. Grant leaves for work very early, so I pack breakfast and lunch for him every day. If I don't plan ahead, it's easy to run out of food mid-week.
By Friday, I typically have a pretty good idea of what our calendar looks like for the upcoming week (happy hours, doctor's appointments, whatever), so I can plan around that.
Saturday: I review the meal plan I made the day before, check my fridge and pantry for the ingredients I need, and add what's missing to my grocery list. I use this app. I don't 100% love it, but it gets the job done. Similar items, like freezer and produce, sort by color-coding, and you can create different lists for different stores (Aldi, Hyvee, Trader Joe's).
Quantities are one thing that really screwed me up when I first started meal planning. I never bought the right amount of produce — always too much or too little. Now, I have it down. Since I know that I eat one romaine heart for lunch every day, and Aldi sells romaine hearts in packs of three, I should buy two packs. Easy peasy.
I go shopping at Aldi first, getting as much as I can there. I follow up at Hyvee, which is on the way home, and grab the one or two things I can't get at Aldi. This varies from week to week, but is usually a specialty item, like Larabars or kombucha.
When I get home, I immediately do some prep. I open packages of meat and divide them into fridge and freezer packs. If I need one pound of ground turkey for the coming week, but bought a three-pound pack, I'll freeze two pounds and put the remaining pound in a container in the fridge.
Other examples of quick prep that I do at some point before Sunday evening: make big batches of rice or quinoa, freeze brown bananas for smoothies, chop squashes and other hearty vegetables, roast and shred chicken, make soup in the crockpot, and mix dry ingredients for oatmeal.
I put everything in glass containers (I have these), so I can see what's in the fridge when I open it.
Planning our meals and prepping food on the weekend is the only way I can make meals after work while also leaving plenty of time for after-work plans, T.V. time, and more.
My commute takes about 45 minutes, and knowing what I'll be making for dinner once I get home calms my mind and allows me to unwind more quickly. My non-office time is sacred, and I want to get the most out of the hours before bed.
This may seem like a lot of work at first, but it runs like clockwork once you've practiced a few times. Some of you probably think I'm crazy for devoting this much time/energy/thought to meal planning, but to each their own, dudes!
The worksheet has three sections: planning notes, days of the week, and extras. They can be used any way you please, but I've listed some ideas below.
Planning Notes:
I use this space to map out what makes the week unique. Some questions I think about:
How many people am I feeding at each meal? My answer is almost always two, but sometimes we'll have family over or Grant will be away for a meal.
Which meals am I packing to eat away from home? Lunches for work? Breakfast to eat after an early-morning exercise class? Healthy dinner before a cocktail party?
What do I want to snack on?
Which nights will I rely on leftovers? If I'm getting home late, or if there's a T.V. show on I do NOT want to miss the beginning of, I'll often plan to eat leftovers. That may mean that I double a recipe I'm making the night before, or I'll plan on eating hummus, crackers, and veggies for dinner.
What's the weather going to be like? Do you want to grill or eat soup?
Are there ingredients I need to use up? Leftover veggies from the week before? Meat that's almost been in the freezer for too long?
What are my nutritional goals for the week? If the week before has been full of wine and cheese, I'll plan a very veggie-heavy week of meals.
Days of the week:
I note what's for dinner each night, accompanied by any relevant notes or reminders.
Here's where I note which snacks are easy to grab and what quick lunch and breakfast options there are. Some examples: cans of tuna and garbanzo beans for topping salads, hummus and rice crackers, nuts, smoothie packs in the freezer, and baked sweet potatoes.
Happy planning! Comment below or tweet/snap/email me if you have questions or comments! My contact info is here.
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You Can Not Sleep, You have Brittle Nails and Your Hair Falls a Lot? Here's What You're Missing!
Fatigue and insomnia may cause problems with the adrenal glands, the glands that produce stress hormones. Tiredness, thinning hair, brittle nails, and weight gain – you probably have a thyroid problem, a gland that produces hormones.
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These are foods full of B vitamins and iron which will help to regulate the balance of your body very quickly and in a natural way.
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When to Tuck, When to Tie: The Ultimate Shirt Guide
If you've ever owned a button-up, then from time to time, you've likely stood frazzled in front of a mirror, unsure of exactly what to do with those pesky tails hanging at the bottom of the shirt even when all the buttons are buttoned. Rare is the occasion when you'd want to let them hang free—in most instances, you'll want to tuck the ends in, or tie them up. But when is which option best?
In order to inspire you to wear your button-ups in only the most stylish of ways, we've come up with this handy guide for when to tuck them in and when to tie them up. Feel free to bookmark this page whenever you're unsure what to do—you won't regret it.
Keep scrolling for our guide to figuring out when to tuck and when to tie your shirts!
When you're wearing a pair of low-rise skinny jeans and it's not summer, you should tuck. Even if it is summer and you have the flattest tummy since Britney Spears circa 2001, you should probably be tucking.
When you're wearing a slightly oversized button-up that may or may not belong to your boyfriend, you should tuck.
When you're wearing a high-waisted skirt or pair of trousers, and you're going for a sleek look rather than a bohemian one, you should tuck.
When you're wearing a pair of denim cutoff shorts and want to achieve that slightly undone look, you should tuck, but only one-half of the shirt tails.
If you've paired a set of low-rise pants with a skinny belt and loafers, you should tuck.
If you're tossing a blazer over your shoulders fashion editor-style, you definitely need to tuck.
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If you want the undone look but don't want to tuck, you should tie the shirt, but keep the knot low on your hips rather than bringing it up to your waist.
If you want to wear a button-up but aren't particularly keen on wearing it like a normal shirt, you should simply tie it around your waist.
If you're pairing a crisp white button-up with a black jumpsuit, you should tie.
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The shots are starting to fall for Oklahoma State basketball. In front of a sellout crowd on Saturday, the Cowboys never trailed against the Arkansas Razorbacks (16-5) with the biggest lead coming early in the second half at 66-36. Five Cowboys finished in double-digits in points in the 99-71 blowout, as part of the SEC/Big 12 challenge.
Phil Forte was responsible for 18 of those points, including his fourth 3-pointer of the game but more importantly his 300th of his career. That shot put him at the top of the OSU career 3-pointers list, passing Keaton Paige at 299. Forte becomes the 7th player in Big 12 history to reach 300 3-point field goals. He finished with 18 points and six assists.
Coming into the game, SF Jeffery Carroll and PG Jawun Evans were second and third in the Big 12 in scoring, respectively and they both had great days. Carroll finished with 20 points and seven rebounds, with eight points coming from the free throw line. Evans also visited the charity strip four times scoring seven of his 16 points from there, to go along with seven rebounds and eight assists.
Along with the SEC/Big 12 Challenge and the sellout crowd, OSU held a moment of silence to Remember the 10. This is held every year in remembrance of the plane crash on January 27, 2001 that killed 10 mens basketball players and coaches.
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Technology Enabled Care (TEC) is the umbrella term to describe how technology can be used to support health and wellbeing. This includes Telecare, Telehealth and digital health and care.
Simple technology that links you to an emergency response centre that provides help 24/7 to people of all ages.
We're introducing Florence (Flo for short) which allows you to manage your health using a simple text messaging system.
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Grand Central Hotel champagne bar gets a makeover.
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The iconic Grand Central Hotel in Glasgow has given their champagne bar a bit of a makeover.
Nice wee job for a Friday morning with former Miss Scotland and TV presenter, Jennifer Reoch.
Love this iconic Champagne Bar with all it's history and the old style décor mixed in with a blend of 21st century luxury.
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Saturday, March 29, 2008
A Timely Boon for Small Investors
WHEN THE MARKETS ARE MOVING RAPIDLY, WITH THE PRICE OF A stock changing every millisecond, how can you know whether you received the best available price when your trade was executed?
The Nasdaq Data Store has introduced a new program called Market Replay (https://data.nasdaq.com/MR.aspx) that might answer this key question. You can access a demo at the Website, although the program itself isn't available yet. Eventually, online brokers and retail market-data providers will license this technology and begin offering it to their customers.
Claude Courbois, head of product development at Nasdaq/OMX Data Products, says that Market Replay was born out of a frustrating problem he has encountered as a small investor—executing an order, but finding that he has paid a price that appears to be higher than the current quote.
The question an investor asks himself when this occurs is uncomplicated: What the heck happened? But getting an answer isn't easy.
The small investor doesn't have the tools for retrieving quotes at an exact moment. If that person complained to Nasdaq and it agreed to help, Courbois relates, "we would have to pull quotes out of a database and rebuild the order book to figure out when something weird had happened. It was not a user-friendly experience." He says that the Market Replay system is intended to give people confidence and understanding of the markets—not to catch brokers doing something bad.
To use Market Replay, you enter a stock symbol and a date, then the time you want to examine—for example, 10:15 a.m. The standard replay is 10 minutes of market time, but you can request an hour or a day. The pertinent data get pulled into the program in 10-minute increments; it can take some time to download the information if you try to get a long-time-span record of an actively traded issue. Currently, 2008 trading data for Nasdaq securities are available, and the Data Store is moving backward through 2007.
If the information for a requested date hasn't yet been loaded, the customer will get a message stating, "We don't have this data ready yet, but will have it tomorrow morning."
When the replay is downloaded to your computer, you'll get a list of available information under the "Replays" menu on the display's left side. A vertical blue line in the middle of the screen denotes the time requested. A few minutes of additional data, showing earlier and later prices, will be displayed on either side. Users can move forward and backward to the exact time that the trade went through, and take a screen shot that captures the display. Hit "Play," and you can watch the market move in real time. You can also pause it and play it backward.
The program can also do a time-span analysis by highlighting a range around the time of your transaction that will display the range of prices at the Nasdaq and other exchanges during the specified period. "It's comforting to be able to prove to yourself that you're getting the best price. It's amazing how valuable information is, even if you know the system usually works," says Courbois. "You can find times when a price is available for literally a millisecond; no way to see that unless you have access to this kind of data."
By the end of March, Courbois says, the program will cover NYSE- and Amex-listed shares, too. It's fascinating for a data junkie to be able to track market movements, like the craziness that erupts at the close of the trading day or the action when news hits.
The Data Store would like to work with brokers to create tracking numbers for transactions, similar to those UPS and FedEx use for packages. Customers would simply click on the number and get a replay of the transaction. "One of the biggest problems any broker has is educating customers so they understand why something happened," Courbois concludes. "This product helps investors gain confidence in the markets."
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10 Things you need to know before travelling to Lençóis Maranhenses in Brazil
Have you seen those incredible turquoise blue lagoons in the heart of a desert? Maybe you've seen them on Instagram or in travel videos on Youtube. Ever wondered where they are?
You can find these in the Lençóis Maranhenses National Park in the north of Brazil. It's not quite the luxury experience you would expect after seeing girls in long floaty dresses posing in the sunset on the edge of the white sand dunes. Sounds like the perfect photo opportunity right?
This 10 things you need to know list is to prepare your every sense, from the reality of how you will feel to what you will see and what to bring for one of the most challenging adventures yet.
1. How to get to Lençóis Maranhenses from Barreirinhas
Getting to the lagoons of Lençóis Maranhenses is not so easy. Many of you might be sensible and reach Lençóis Maranhenses from Barreirinhas after staying the night there. You can also get here very easily from São Luís via Barreirinhas.
However, we came all the way from Praia do Pipa, almost 30 hours away on bus. For the first leg of the journey from Pipa, we first took a bus to Natal for 2 hours. These depart every couple of hours and cost around $R15 (April 2017).
From Natal there is an over-night bus to Fortaleza at 22:00, which cost around $R76(April 2017). We arrived into Fortaleza at 6am, meaning we had some time to see the sights of Fortaleza City before another night bus to São Luís.
At 12:30 we boarded another bus to take us to São Luís. With Guanabara this cost $R258per person (April 2017). We had to request the driver to stop at the Bacabeira junction, where we were to arrive around 6am. This is 50km before São Luís, which helped shorten our journey.
From Bacabeira, we took a taxi to Barreirinhas 200km away. This cost $R40 per person.
In Barreirinhas we met our guide, Genário who helped collect our bags and took us in a lancha along the Preguiças river to Atins. This was included in our total tour price. We were one step closer to the lagoons of Lençóis Maranhenses.
2. Do you need a guide in Lençóis Maranhenses?
Yes, you definitely need a guide to trek to the lagoons. It is up to you what type of trek you do in the National Park as there are a lot of options.
When I got in touch with our accommodation in Atins, I was given the number of their best local guide, Genário Lins. He offered sunset treks and 2-3 day treks. He has over 20 years experience in Lençóis Maranhenses National Park and speaks Portuguese, Spanish and English. I would highly recommend Genário as your guide. You don't need to stay in the same accommodation as we did, you can contact Genário directly to arrange a guided trek.
Genário contact details:
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3. Who to stay with in Atins
Our guide, Genário took us to our accommodation in Atins. I had been recommended by a fellow traveller to stay at Pousada Tia Rita. I got in touch with 'Tia Rita' before our arrival to get more information about the lagoons and to confirm our stay.
At the Pousada they offered a selection of rooms (April 2017):
Pousada Tia Rita
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- Double room with fan = $R130 per room
- Twin room with fan = $R120 per room
- Hammock outside = $R25 per person
These prices included a buffet breakfast of tapioca, dulce de leche and fruits. Our first night in Atins, we decided to be cheap and sleep in the hammocks. I'm pleased this was only for one night as it wasn't extremely comfortable and there were a few mosquitos humming in our ears.
We did find that the prices were negotiable upon arriving and when we returned to the Pousada after our lagoon trek we moved to a more comfortable option, as the hammocks were not appealing after what we had just endured.
4. When is the best time to visit Lençóis Maranhenses?
The best time to visit the Lençóis Maranhenses National Park is between June and September. The wet season begins in January and it rains until the end of April. This means the dunes are full of crystal clear turquoise pools.
During the dry months of October and November, strong winds push sand inland from the coast, as far back as 30 miles and for as long as 27 miles. This creates these huge 40 metre sand dunes over a long period of time.
Between January and June, torrential downpours fill the valleys between the dunes and create thousands of clear lagoons. They only exist for a few months, and the fish who had remained dormant deep in the damp mud below in the previous season flourish once more, but for only a short time.
The hot and dry weather from November to February causes drying of the lagoons and many of them are without water. I wouldn't advise visiting in these months as the lagoons are the stars of the show and make the challenging trekking through the sand dunes completely worth it.
We endured a 2 day barefoot trek through the National Park on Easter weekend (April) 2017. There was the option to continue for a further day to Lagoa Bonita but our feet couldn't take any more and we were glad to be returning to Atins on the second day. It is an arduous trek and one for those who are extremely fit and willing to set off each morning at 3am to avoid the midday heat.
5. What you need to bring?
- cash as there are no cash points in Atins
- high factor sun cream
- long sleeves to protect shoulders from the sun
- a hat that won't blow away
- swimming wear and towels
- 5+ litres of water
- flip flops as you mainly walk bare foot
- mosquito repellent
- small backpack to put your change of clothes in if you go overnight
- lots of snacks to keep you going
6. What is included in the price?
Our 2 day trek with Genário cost $R800 for our group of 4 people. This included Genário as our guide for 2 days. As well as 1 night in a shared room at Dona Luiza in Canto do Atins and our last night in a hammock at Baixa Grande oasis at a local farm.
Genário shared with us his knowledge about the history of the Lençóis Maranhenses National Park. We found out that the lagoons trapped between the dunes create tropical oasis and the water varies between shades of blue and green, depending on their depth. They can be up to 10 feet deep. The impermeable rock that lies beneath the sand allows for the fresh water to collect rather than be absorbed during the rainy months and dries out in the later months.
7. What to expect to see in Lençóis Maranhenses?
Day one – morning
On day one of the trek we set off at 4pm to reach the sand dunes in time for sunset. We could see for miles white sandy rolling hills with the orange sun glow on the horizon. It's a stunning start to the 2 day trek and it got us pumped for the next day.
The first nights accommodation is extremely basic, with shared rooms and a bucket for a shower. However, Dona Luzia prepares some of the best prawns, the cream sauce was particularly popular. This was not included in the price and there was not a kitchen. The prawns were around $R40, depending on the style. If you are vegan or vegetarian, I would recommend bringing something easy to make for your dinner.
At 03:30 the next day we were woken up to a loud screech, a poor attempt to force us out of bed. Alas we crawled out at 4am and started our moonlit trek. After wading blindly through swampland we reached the coastline by dawn. The sun was rising behind us and we began to understand why we started so early, the heat was piercing as soon as the sun began its ascent.
We followed the rugged waters edge for 10km and then with high spirits we moved inland to search for the lagoons. They are the only white sandy dunes with natural lagoons in the world and they are truly spectacular. The sand dunes can reach up to 40 metres high and are perfect to sprint down and dive into the refreshing pools below. It was a tough climb back up, but totally worth doing….again and again.
Most of the day was spent exploring these steep dunes of Lençóis Maranhenses National Park and taking a swim in the pools. Before it got too hot we reached our accommodation. Lying in the middle of an oasis, Baixa Grande was surround by the first bit of greenery we'd seen. Palm trees provided the shade our bare feet needed, as we hopped from sand like lava to cool shaded leaf silhouettes to our hammocks. A 4 hour siesta was well deserved and the local kid joined us…
A beautiful sunset called for another swim in a nearby lagoon followed by a tasty chicken strew with rice and beans. Again dinner was not included tonight, but it was very good value at around $R15. Not vegetarian friendly, so again make sure you have something for the second night or you could have rice and beans.
Sleeping in the hammock was incredible. The barn we stayed in had open sides so I could look out at the stars and enjoy the cool breeze.
Day two – morning
The wake up call was even earlier and harder – 02:30 we rolled out of our hammocks and found ourselves trekking once more. Below the full moon we followed the silhouettes of the dunes to guide us back to the coast. It felt like we were walking in space. Genário had continued for a further day with another couple to Lagoa Bonita – I don't know how they did this. We had a second guide leading the way and he was clearly frustrated with our slowing pace.
Walking over the dunes under the moonlight was breathtaking and one of the highlights, it proved to be the most manageable part of the day. When we reached the beach we realised that the whole way was vast, flat and never ending under the scorching sun.
At midday we were overjoyed to be back at Dona Luzia's place for a rest. However, this did not mean we were close. It felt a little like a scam as our guide told us he ended here and we were to make our way back for a further 7km alone. I refused and took a siesta in a hammock. The staff were adamant that we stayed while the sun was at its hottest – I think this was for us to have to buy lunch, which we didn't fall for.
But I did a little scam of my own. The guide wanted me to pay for the group before he left on his quad bike. Well two can play that game pal. My group money was back at Pousada Tia Rita so I demanded he took us back on his quad for me to give him the money. He was a little unwilling but I managed to persuade him to give us a lift.
8. How to expect to feel?
- Gross: First part of the walk we waded through swamps bare foot with sharp reeds cutting us and sinking into slimy sand below. This was not as idyllic as I'd imagined
- Damp: On our first night it rained and leaked onto my bed, therefore I felt damp and cold
- Tired: Woke up at 3:30am to a simple breakfast, therefore I felt tired and hungry
- Refreshing: Diving into the pools made me feel super refreshed and floating in the water was very relaxing
- Exhausted: Reaching Baixa Grande oasis at 12pm felt very rewarding
- Deserving: A 4 hour siesta was needed. Added bonus was the goat in a hammock
- Surreal: Walking under the moonlight made me feel like I was floating in space
- Deep burn: Barefoot on the beach for 10km was burning the soles of our feet as well as the heat from the sun
- Frustrated: Returning to Dona Luzia's was incredibly frustrating as we had been ditched by our guide
- Smug: Getting a quad bike back to Tia Rita's was exhilarating and completely necessary
- Destroyed: Having a swollen foot and pink eye was not ideal
- Low Group moral: We were having constant arguments and I ended up hobbling home on my own to go to bed first
9. How to get to São Luís from Atins
The next day we left Atins at 8am by boat to return back to Barreirinhas, which cost us $R35 each.
Once in Barreirinhas we had to find a mini van to take us to Sao Luis. In our boat we had some others travelling with us. As I was feeling sorry for myself and felt unpresentable with my gammy eye, I let a French girl take control with her Spanish. She came back successful and we piled into a mini bus for $R60 each. She had visited many tourist operators and negotiated the best price she could. There didn't seem to be a set price, everything can be bartered.
We arrived to Sao Luis at 6pm, in time for a beer in the square. After the last few days covered in sand, bruised feet and melted minds, we decided to treat ourselves and checked in to Pousada Portas da Amazônia São Luís. We got a triple room and stayed here for a week to recover. I would definitely recommend staying in this beautiful Pousada, a buffet breakfast is included too.
10. How much does visiting Lençóis Maranhenses cost?
After reading my account on visiting the lagoons at Lençóis Maranhenses National Park, do you think it's worth it? 100%
Here's how much it all cost:
- Return transport from Pipa to Sao Luis = $R484 per person
- 2 nights accommodation at Pousada Tia Rita = $R50 per person (based on hammocks)
- 2 night trek guided tour = $R200 per person
- Food = $R50 per person
- Total price for 4 nights per person (April 2017) = $R784 per person (£156)
It might be a complete nightmare of a trek and no walk in the park but the views are sensational and out of this world. No where else will you find such steep white sand dunes that plunge into sparkling fresh water lagoons in only a few months out of the year. It's an absolute haven and an experience I would definitely recommend.
Watch this video to see if you think it's worth it:
Leave a comment below to let me know if you have visited the lagoons at Lençóis Maranhenses and how you found the trek, maybe I'm just a big wimp.


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Winston-Salem in Forsyth County, North Carolina — The American South (South Atlantic)
The Honorable Willie Jones of Halifax
To the memory of
—1741-1801 —
Erected in grateful recognition by the Forsyth County Bar Association upon the Bicentennial of the ratification of the Bill of Rights.
Erected 1991 by Forsyth County Bar Association.
Location. 36° 5.82′ N, 80° 14.621′ W. Marker is in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, in Forsyth County. Marker is on Main Street, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Between 2nd & 3rd Streets. Marker is in this post office area: Winston Salem NC 27101, United States of America. Touch for directions.
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30th July, 2011. Day 1...
Odo start of trip, - 1,418
Odo end of Day 1 - 2,034k
Distance Travelled today - 616k
Accommodation, Grand Hotel Bega, ensuite room $55.00
good room and great cheap eats and beer $4.30 for a corona.
Odo end of Day 1 - 2,034k
Distance Travelled today - 616k
Accommodation, Grand Hotel Bega, ensuite room $55.00
good room and great cheap eats and beer $4.30 for a corona.
I finally got underway at 10:10am, i started loading the bike at about 7:45am, i had planned on using my Giant Loop bag, but luckily i discovered i could get all the stuff in the panniers : )
The ride started off very weird, i must admit to feeling out of sorts when i jumped on the bike, i literally hadn't even thought which way i was going to turn when i got to the end of my driveway!!
I was literally making it up as i went along. I rode through Belgrave heading to Narre Warren, where i would have to make a decision… either go straight ahead onto Cranbourne then follow the coast through to Wonthaggi then onto Sale, or hit the highway.
The dark grey clouds to the South helped me choose the highway, it meant a boring run, but hopefully it would give me an easy day tomorrow cruising through Sydney then onto North Avoca
I fuelled up at the Shell servo on Heatherton Rd at 11am, this would be the first time for a real run on the bike, so i had no idea about fuel range. With such average weather i decided to simply get as many k's under my belt as possible. I finally pulled into the Can River Servo at 3:45pm to fuel up both the bike and myself. 19.35 Ltrs of fuel for 420K's, the last block of the fuel gauge had been blinking at me for about 40k's. I was starting to worry that i would run out of fuel on day 1… I had a crappy microwaved pie and a hot chocolate.
It was freezing cold East of Can River, it felt like an arctic wind was blasting me. The guy at the servo told me it was -5C last night!! Time to hit the road and get as far as i could, the roads were damp but there was still decent daylight so i wanted to get to civilisation before the critters came out to play.
I rode into Pambula looking for a place to stay but didn't find anything, so it was time to push onto Bega. Riding through town, i spotted the Grand Hotel, it looked like a great option. $55 for an ensuite room seemed like great value, so i am sitting in my room typing this before i head downstairs for a Parma…..
Only 1 quick photo, fueled up at Cann River
Tomorrow, it will be a leisurely cruise up the coast, then into North Avoca to stay with friends for the night...


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It has been way too many months since I have had a decent weekly line-up of shows, but I suppose that's always how summer is. Starting in September, my TV watching skills will come into play as I juggle 23 ongoing TV shows and try out 7 new series (all new shows are given a 3 episode test-this is the rule I've developed over time that ensures you will know after 3 episodes whether or not you want to commit to watching a show regularly). Unfortunately, NINE of these shows air on Thursdays. My DVR skills will definitely be put to the test on this insane night of competing television, but I'm confident I can handle it (thank god Project Runway will almost be done by the time the other shows start- and it airs reruns!).
Below you will find my finalized TV spreadsheet (sorry it's a bit blurry in JPEG form). Shows in the same color conflict with each other, and bold shows represent new series I plan on trying out. For all the new shows, I've included a brief description and a trailer below in case you are interested in watching them, too.
Partners– Mondays at 7:30 on CBS
Two guys, one gay and one straight, have been friends since they were kids. As adults they try to balance their friendship with their romantic relationships, but sometimes run into trouble. I'm really excited about this show because I love Michael Urie (Marc from Ugly Betty), and I also love that his boyfriend will be played by Brandon Routh (he played Superman!). Plus, I appreciate that the show takes an unconventional approach by showing how guys can be best friends despite having opposite sexual orientations : )
Emily Owens, M.D.– Tuesdays at 8:00 pm on The CW
Mamie Gummer, daughter of Meryl Streep, plays the lead in this Grey's Anatomy-like show. The only difference? The main character is a recovering nerd who is trying to put the past (unsuccessfully) behind her to have a shot at being a calm, cool adult. I find her much more relatable than a lot of the characters on Grey's Anatomy, and as that show is being dragged out too long, this show is just starting and brings a fresh perspective.
Go On– Tuesdays at 8:00 pm on NBC
Since Friends, I will pretty much try most of those actors' new shows. This is why I watched Mr. Sunshine, Cougar Town, Dirt, and (only the pilot of) Episodes. Go On is Matthew Perry's new sitcom about a guy who finds friends and support in a dysfunctional grief group. I love the bit in the trailer about "March Sadness," and appreciate that the show seems to balance humor with some real drama about Perry's character recovering from the death of his wife. Be sure to catch the initial sneak peek preview on August 8th after the Olympics.
Arrow– Wednesdays at 7:00 pm on The CW
I think I'm only giving this a shot because I watched Smallville for so long. Smallville incorporated the Green Arrow as a regular character in the series, but Arrow is devoting a whole show to the superhero. The Green Arrow story is about a rich guy who survives a plane crash his parents perish in. He ends up on a deserted island for awhile and when he returns to his city life, he becomes a vigilante. I was planning on passing after watching the trailer, but apparently the footage shown at Comic Con really impressed the crowd. Now I'm curious about watching it…
Animal Practice-Wednesdays at 7:30 pm on NBC
My feelings for this show are kind of hot and cold. I think it could be pretty funny, especially since the main character reminds me of Jeff on Community, but it might also be too over the top. The premise is a smart-ass vet balances saving the lives of animals with goofing around with his co-workers and hitting on girls. It has potential, but like Go On, it needs to balance the humor with drama to create long term appeal.
Beauty and the Beast– Thursdays at 8:00 pm on The CW
This show has A LOT of competition on Thursday night. Kristin Kreuk plays a police officer who keeps getting saved by a mysterious "beast." This beast turns out to be a genetically enhanced soldier that was supposed to have been killed off because he was a failed government experiment. He escaped, but has to stay hidden to ensure his survival. Kreuk's character feels the need to protect him because of the many times he saved her. I feel that between the hot young actors and the classic storyline, this will probably do well.
Made in Jersey– Fridays at 8:00 pm on CBS
I really try to avoid court room dramas like the plague, but this one just may reel me in. It has an Erin Brockovich feel to it because its about a Jersey girl trying to succeed as a lawyer in the competitive New York arena. She uses her street smarts to close some tough cases (think Elle Woods and hair care knowledge), but will take some time to really prove herself. If the show remains character driven over case driven, I'll probably love it. Otherwise it will get dropped (by me) after three episodes for sure.
There are three new shows that aren't on my schedule because they won't air until midseason (likely January). I wanted to include them here in case you still can't find a show that fits your particular niche.
The Carrie Diaries– The CW
This show follows the story of Carrie Bradshaw (the main character of the Sex and the City series) as she navigates the tough reality of being a teenager. I absolutely love Sex and the City, and I hope this show maintains the character of Carrie well. They will have the show set in the 80's to keep up an accurate timeline, so that's probably a good sign.
Mistresses– ABC
Despite big TV promos, I really wasn't feeling any of the new ABC shows this Fall. Last Resort seems to political, Nashville seems to country, and The Neighbors is actually about aliens…PASS. Mistresses, however, is planning on taking a shot at that Desperate Housewives vibe. GCB failed at this last year, but perhaps this one will make it. I have a feeling it might be a little too sexy for my taste (when every single character is sleeping around with everyone else I get bored- let's put some real stories and dialogue in there please), but we'll see.
The Goodwin Games– Fox
How did I miss hearing about this show until now? It has a great cast that includes Becki Newton (from Ugly Betty and How I Met Your Mother) and Scott Foley (from Felicity and recently, Grey's Anatomy), a reconnecting family plot line, and a good mix of humor and drama. These things all make for a Kelly show. The premise is that three siblings are reunited by their father's death, and end up competing for their inheritance in games their father really created to bring them closer. The trailer for it looks really cute, and I can't wait to check this one out next year.
What new shows are you looking forward to in the Fall? And what favorites are you anxiously waiting to return? For me, I'm definitely looking forward to the return of The Vampire Diaries-what a cliffhanger!


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A couple of weeks ago I applied for a gaming website as they were after a number of new writers to join the team. The site in question is Ready-Up.Net.
Sadly, I wasn't succesful, which is a little disappointing. However they did have a very large selection of candidates to go through, and compared to most I've not been writing about games for half as long as a number of other bloggers.
On the flip side though, I was sent an email from one of the sites main editors who said that my work was quite good, and pointed me in the right direction to improve. So the only way is up! Myself, and fellow Blast Processors Tom and Mike have some great ideas for the site, which means more writing and video work.
Speaking of writing, I've posted a short write-up on both the movie and game of Scott Pilgrim Vs The World over on BlastProcess.com.


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February 16 Writer Birthdays
February 16th, 2017 (01:37 pm)
February 16 Writer Birthdays
- 1927 - Luísa Dacosta (born Marie Louise Pinto Saraiva dos Santos), Portuguese short story writer, poet, anthologist.
- 1927 - David Bryon Davis, American historian and authority on slavery and abolition in the Western world.
- 1927 - Shahidullah Kaiser, Bangladeshi novelist and writer.
- 1944 - Richard Ford, American author, winner of the 1996 Pulitzer Prize for Fiction for his book Independence Day.
- 1953 - Roberta Williams, American video game designer and writer.
- 1954 - Iain Banks, Scottish author of fiction and science fiction.
- 1956 - Paul Gilroy – British author, professor, and historian of black culture.
- 1331 - Coluccio Salutati, Tuscan humanist, writer, orator, and man of letters who was one of the most important political and cultural leaders of Renaissance Florence; he amassed a collection of 800 books, at the time the largest library in Florence.
- 1829 - Sarah Anne Ellis Dorsey, an American novelist, historian, and biographer from the prominent southern Percy family.
- 1831 - Nikolai Semyonovich Leskov (Никола́й Семёнович Леско́в), Russian novelist, short story writer, and journalist who also wrote under the pseudonym M. Stebnitsky; he was praised for his unique writing style and innovative experiments in form and admired by Tolstoy, Chekhov, and Gorky.
- 1834 - Ernst Haeckl, German natural philosopher; promoter of Darwin's ideas in Germany.
- 1838 - Henry Adams, American historian and novelist whose posthumously published autobiography won the 1919 Pulitzer Prize; he was descended from two U.S. presidents.
- 1883 - Elizabeth Craig, Scottish journalist and cookbook author.
- 1886 - Van Wyck Brooks, American historian and biographer, winner of the Pulitzer Prize in History and the National Book Award for The Flowering of New England.
- 1904 - George F. Kennan, American diplomat and Cold War figure, Ambassador to the Soviet Union and author of seventeen books, including a Pulitzer and National Book Award winner.
- 1915 - Elisabeth Eybers, South African poet who wrote mainly in Afrikaans, but translated some of her own work into English.
- 1957 - Levardis Robert Martyn Burton Jr., American actor, director, author, and TV host for the PBS children's series about books, Reading Rainbow; he is also well known as an actor for his roles as Geordi La Forge in Star Trek: The Next Generation and the young Kunta Kinte in the seminal television miniseries Roots.
- 1958 - Natalie Angier, American science journalist and non-fiction author.
- 1968 - Warren Ellis, English author of fiction and comic books.
- 1973 - Maureen Johnson, American author of young adult fiction.


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Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F.
Heat some olive oil over medium-high heat in a large skillet. Sear the lamb shanks until golden brown on each side, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Remove from the skillet and set aside. Stir together the beans, stock, tea, salt, pepper, garlic and tomatoes in a casserole dish. Lay the lamb shanks on top and sink them down into the beans until two-thirds submerged.
Braise, uncovered, until the lamb is falling off the bone, 4 hours. Serve family-style with some corn pone or crusty bread!
This recipe was provided by a chef, restaurant or culinary professional. It has not been tested for home use.


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text: My husband and I have been together for 14 years and in the last few months he has started becoming increasingly annoyed and angry with me over what I perceive to be insignificant or minor things such as misplacing a sock from the dryer, turning on the lamp to read when we're both awake. He is stressed about work and has some anxiety issues. I am now wondering if he is depressed, because he doesn't seem personally satisfied with his life. I don't know what to do but his constantly being annoyed with me is really straining our marriage, because I find I want to avoid being around him.


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by Yvona Fast
London and New York: Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 2004
Most people with Non-Verbal Learning Disorder (NLD) or Asperger Syndrome (AS) are underemployed. This book sets out to change this.
With practical and technical advice on everything from job hunting to interview techniques, from fitting in in the workplace to whether or not to disclose a diagnosis, this book guides people with NLD or AS successfully through the employment field.
There is also information for employers, agencies and careers counselors on AS and NLD as invisible disabilities, including an analysis of the typical strengths of somebody with NLD or AS, and how to use these positively in the workplace.
Practical information and lists of career resources are supported by numerous case studies to inspire and advise. An essential resource for people with NLD or AS seeking or in employment and their existing or potential employers.
For more information see Jessica Kingsley Publishers.
Book Reviews
"Yvona Fast's book provides a marvellous insight into some of the practical issues surrounding employment issues for people with AS. … I enjoyed this book. {It}provided the most relevant insight for me in relation to the workplace.
Though it goes over much familiar ground in great detail, it is the snippets of specific pertinent advice and associated techniques and suggestions that make it invaluable.
For someone with AS it could well be a reference guide."
To read the entire review:
Book Review by Rick Chefitz in AANE News
AANE News, Issue 15—Fall 2004
Having both Asperger's and NLD myself, I knew that this was a book I had to read—and I was not disappointed! In this groundbreaking book, Yvona Fast discusses all the issues that are necessities to succeed in the workplace: social skills, processing speed, organization, seeing the big picture, dealing with change, visual-spatial abilities, and ability to follow directions and instructions.
Unfortunately, those are often the very areas that those with AS and NLD are weak at. As a result, it is possible for those with AS/NLD to earn a college, masters, or even a doctoral degree—and yet be unable to hold down an entry-level job.
The great thing about this book is its multiple perspectives. Yvona Fast has been unofficially diagnosed with NLD. However, she also interviews several other people with AS/NLD for the book, as well vocational specialists and employers. Many stories of successes and failures in the workplace (some written by the individuals themselves) appear in a section called "Career Voices."
The stories illuminate the specific ways that how AS and/or NLD have affected the narrators careers, in a way that other books on these disorders have been unable to do. One of the "Career Voice" is that of AANE Board President Stephen Shore, heard here in an excerpt from his book Beyond the Wall: Personal Experiences with Autism and Asperger Syndrome.
There are a few chapters on career planning. I wish I had read those chapters 10 years ago! Then maybe I would not have just dived into the first job I could get! The chapter on "Transitioning from School to Work" is especially valuable for college students; it gives them a chance to prevent job-related problems head-on by planning for their future before they even graduate from college. The biggest message I got from the chapter is that in school, the student is the customer, but in the workplace, the employer is the customer. This is why so many of us with AS and NLD (along with many neurotypicals) have trouble making that transition.
There are several chapters on maintaining a career. For example, "Your First Hundred Days" includes tips on fitting in and getting off to a good start. Other chapters address major hurdles like the social and communication problems those with AS and NLD face, workplace bullying (bullying does not end in childhood), and an important discussion on disclosure, a minefield for those with AS and NLD.
Finally, there is a chapter on vocational rehab programs. On the surface, these programs would be a good fit for the AS and NLD individual. After all, this population is intelligent, is physically able (in most cases), and is motivated to succeed. In fact however, these programs for the most part have failed AS/NLD individuals—and Fast explains why. She also includes tips in how to deal with the agencies that administer these programs—including how to educate them on AS/NLD without sounding like a know-it-all.
If there is a weakness in the book, it is that Fast does not discuss the job hunting process in enough depth or detail. I do think Fast's suggestion to develop a portfolio is noteworthy, and there are a good number of interviewing tips. However, there is very little discussion on resume writing and on actually finding job leads. Then again, those with AS/NLD have to job hunt in way that is different from the ways that neurotypicals do. Perhaps the information I was looking for in this book is probably not yet available.
As for me, the book gave me a lot of information on why I have had problems in the workplace. I now realize that special education is not just for school—it is needed at work as well! The "AS Voices" and "NLD Voices" showed me that I am indeed not alone in my struggles. The chapter on vocational rehab was especially helpful as I now realize why those programs were of only limited help to me. Hopefully, I will become a successful "AS and NLD Voice" for others to follow!
Employment for Individuals with Asperger Syndrome or Non-Verbal Learning Disability is the best book I have read on AS/NLD and career issues. I also highly recommend it for the parents and other family members of people with AS/NLD, educators, vocational rehabilitation personnel, mental health professionals, employers, and even the general public. It is essential that more people learn about AS and NLD, and on how both disorders affect employment. Hopefully in the future, the prognosis for those with Asperger's Syndrome and Nonverbal Learning Disorder in the workplace will be more positive. This book is the first step on that journey.
Rick Chefitz is a 32 year-old man who was diagnosed with AS and NLD in 2000. He writes:"I have had difficulties finding my niche with employment as I have gone from job to job since graduating from college in 1995. After being mostly unemployed since losing my last permanent position in August of 2002 as an accounts payable specialist for a major financial firm, I started working as a file clerk for a local hospital. Though it is only a temporary position and is below my skill level, I am hoping to use the experience as a foundation for future career success."
In spite of the high intelligence of many people with Asperger's Syndrome and Non-Verbal Learning Disability (NLD), it is difficult for many adults to obtain and retain employment. It is estimated that at least 90% of adults diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome are un- or under-employed in comparison with their abilities.
This book is intended to improve the odds of obtaining and retaining a a satisfying career, a significant component living independently and with a higher quality of life.
Written in large part and edited by Yvona Fast, a woman diagnosed with NLD, this excellent resource provides tons of practical advice for adults with Asperger's Syndrome or NLD and their employers. It includes strategies for how to get hired and maintain a job, common problems, and how employers can make adaptations within the workplace.
It also includes inspiring stories and cautionary tales of the work place written by adults diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome and NLD, including a chapter about Survival in the Workplace by Steven Shore, author of the autism spectrum autobiography, Beyond the Wall.
I'm just wanting to comment on Yvona Fast's excellent book Employment for Individuals with Asperger Syndrome or Non-Verbal Learning Disability. After finally getting this book a little over a week ago from amazon (it was on order since December), I have been unable to put it down.
It is positively the most inspirational and informative book that I have read on the topic. Congratulations Yvona and all of you who contributed to this wonderful book.
The real life stories and the gold mine of information makes this a must read for everyone who is interested in the subject of NLD. I intend to share this book with educators and others who can help champion the cause of advocacy for children and adults with NLD.
Well, I finally got my copy of Yvona's book. I ordered it from Barnes and Noble a week before last; it arrived a few days ago, and I picked it up today.
So far, I've read the first 9 chapters, which consist of the stories of 9 NLDers, including Yvona herself (Chapter 6) and Debbie (Chapter 9).
Yvona, I just wanted to say that I like what I've read so far! If the rest of it is anything like what I've covered in the 1st 9 chapters, you've written a book every employer, Voc-Rehab counselor, and NDLer himself should own a copy of.
I finished the book, Yvona. It was well-written, and it covered all bases nicely. I definitely think yours is a book that needs to be read! Thanks for writing it.
Kathy Green
I picked up your book about employment for people with NLD. I read a little of it today and I enjoyed reading of other people's experiences with employment. It looks to be a good resource book.
…I've read some more of your book and was absolutely delighted. I particularly liked one of the chapters in which one of the people sharing their experiences defined success not in terms of money, career, or being married or having children.
I agree that the connections we make with one another and striving to make a difference in the lives of others around us, are, ultimately, far more important. After all, in the end will it really matter what kind of car someone drove, what kind of clothes they wore, what neighborhood they lived in, etc.?
I saw on a website that you are working on another book. Is that going to be a book about the differences between AS and NLD? I believe I read an excerpt from it.


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The Mississippi Museum of Art is throwing an opening reception tonight for my show, Breach of Peace: Portratis of the 1961 Mississippi Freedom Riders. The mugshots of all 329 Riders arrested in Jackson in the spring and summer of 1961 are on view in a giant, 54' long mural (partial view above), along with about 20 of my portraits.
The museum sits virtually on the site of the Trailways station, where many of these Riders were arrested.
5:30 to 7. Come on down.
The wall is 54' long and 18' tall, and the focal point of the museum's great hall, which has some fancy donor name. I think of it as the Dunlap Wall, since it is normally the home of a great Bill Dunlap mural.
In a sense, the mug shots have now come full circle. The museum sits virtually on the site of the Trailways station, where many of the Riders were arrested.
The conference table in the foreground is in place for a meeting Saturday of the local group organizing Return of the Freedom Riders, the 50th Anniversary celebration in Jackson May 22 -26.
At least three of the Freedom Riders arrested in Jackson, Mississippi, in 1961 had managed to survive or escape the Holocaust as children.
Alex Weiss (above) was born in Vienna, Austria, in May 1936, and emigrated with parents and sister in 1940.
In May 1940 they arrested my father. There was one line that said, "You're going to the camps." Another line, if you signed over your house, your possessions, your business, they would give you an exit visa. My father signed everything over, and the next day, he gathered me and my sister and my mother together but left his sisters and my grandmother there, because we only had exit visas for the immediate family. We got on a train to go to Trieste and had made arrangements to be on the Saturnia. I don't know the exact details, but my aunts and my Grandma all stayed, and they all went to the camps and died. Well, there were two aunts that got out, but he had six sisters, and four of them didn't make it.
The other thing that's really traumatic that I remember is that after we got to Trieste, we were supposed to wait there for two weeks to get on the Saturnia, a passenger ship, to go to New York.
We were in a hotel room for those two weeks, and I remember we weren't allowed to go out, because Trieste was full of Black Shirts and Gestapo and what have you. We only spoke German, but my father, who had traveled widely in Italy as a wine-press salesman, spoke fluent Italian and could pass as Italian. So he would go out. I remember I was climbing the walls, and my sister as well, she was only 2.
Finally my father said, "Okay, I'll take you out and buy you an ice cream or whatever, but you cannot open your mouth and speak, because if you speak German, there might be somebody who notices that and figures we're refugees and might send us back."
I said, "I promise I won't way a word."
I remember going to this big piazza. My father bought me a whirligig, and he talked Italian to the guy. There was hundreds and hundreds of pigeons in this plaza, and all of the sudden they all flew up at the same time, and I shouted to my father in German, "Look, Papa, the pigeons!" and he looked at me and slapped me.
I cried, of course, but I was more scared seeing the look on my father's face. My father was frightened, and that's the first time I felt that, "My God, you know, I'm on my own. Even my father is even scared." I felt guilty that, now they're gonna take us back. Well, they didn't but – I remember that very distinctly.
Weiss and his family made it out of Trieste to New York, and then on to San Francisco, where they resetteld.
I grew up in the Fillmore District, which was like the Harlem of San Francisco, but at the time it was fairly mixed. It was primarily black, but with lots of refugees. There was a little Jewish section with Jewish delis and Jewish poultry areas and so on, and I went to school with, you know, black buddies. After high school, I joined the Navy, two years active duty, from '55 to '57, and I had a lot of black shipmates who were friends.
When the Freedom Riders were attacked in Alabama, I was outraged. I just couldn't believe it. And one of my motivations for joining CORE [the Congress of Racial Equality] and volunteering to go on the Freedom Rides was that I did not want to be one of those good Germans who just looked the other way.
I remember reading in the papers about the Anniston bus burning and that CORE was looking for Freedom Riders. So one day I went down to the CORE office in San Francisco and said, "I'd like to join," and volunteered to go on the Rides.I told my father. He was totally against it: "You're gonna get killed. It's not us this time. It's the schvartzes."
I said, "Hey, you know, this is what happened to you. I'm not gonna stand by."
That whole idea -- if you see evil and do nothing about it you are a participant in it -- I really believed that.
Freedom Rider Mimi Real was arrested at the Trailways Station in Jackson, Mississippi, on June 21, 1961. At the time she was a sophomore at Swarthmore College. Today she lives in the Bay Area and works as an administrator in a private school.
We all gathered at the Montgomery [Alabama] bus station [on June 21]. There was some more excitement at the station because, of course, everybody knew who we were, and there was much scurrying around of law enforcement people. The first thing we learned was that there had been a bomb scare on the bus that we were supposed to get on. So the police had to come in and search the bus. And, of course, there wasn't anything on the bus.
Then the other thing that happened – I can't remember what order these things happened – is the bus driver, whose shift that was, showed up, realized what he was gonna be doing, and promptly turned around and went home. So there was additional delay, while they rounded up another driver.
Then we all got on the bus. The bus driver kept insisting that the whites all sit in the front and the blacks sit in the back. We refused and all sat in the back. This was a milk-run — the bus stopped at every little cow town in Alabama and Mississippi. The poor bus driver, I guess he figured he was stuck with us, but he sure wasn't gonna get in any trouble. So he made it quite clear that we were not allowed to get off the bus.
We couldn't go to the restroom. We couldn't buy anything to eat. But we were fine with that. But then, in one of the many stops in the middle of nowhere, a lovely black man, probably in his 20s or early 30s, got on, and he had this huge picnic basket of food.
His mother or whoever he had just been visiting had packed it for him, knowing that he probably wasn't gonna be able to go into any of these little bus stops along the way, and had packed him enough food to feed an army. And he got to chatting with us, and when he learned that we hadn't anything to eat, he insisted on giving us his entire picnic basket.
So we feasted on fried chicken and all kinds of stuff. And included in this feast was a chocolate layer cake in this big cake box. We ate everything else, but we decided to save the cake. And I was somehow given the responsibility of holding onto the cake. Other than that, the bus ride was totally uneventful.
There was no crowd at all when we arrived at the Trailways station [in Jackson]. The police were there and it was almost perfunctory. As we drove past the front of the bus station, we saw that there was a paddy wagon, a Black Maria, sitting in front. The bus driver insisted that everybody get off the bus first before we got off. Then we got off, and we all filed into the white-only waiting room. The police were waiting for us. The whole thing was very engineered. There weren't supposed to be any surprises.
We went through this little song-and-dance routine. They asked us to move on. We didn't. And they said that two or three times, and said they'd have to arrest us if we didn't move, and we didn't move. So they put us all under arrest. We had come in the back door of the waiting room, and then we just walked out the front door right into the paddy wagon, me still clutching the cake. I still had that cake with me when I got to the Hinds County Jail, where we ate it.
In 1962 Real returned to the South to work as a CORE volunteer for more than a year on voter registration projects in southern Louisiana. In 1966, about a year after the Voting Rights Act had been signed into law, she returned to the parish where she had worked to see the changes the new law had brought about.
I was totally totally blown away. By this time virtually everybody who could register was registered and there were elections in progress and blacks were running for office. The one scene that crystallized the change for me was a mass meeting in a Masonic Hall somewhere in the boonies in West Feliciana Parish. There was a mass meeting and it was candidates night. The place was packed, standing room only, and who was there to speak but the sheriff, who was running for re-election.
Now this was the same guy who had arrested a lot of them and who had harassed them and under whose watch all manner of things had gone on. There had been all kinds of harassment at that very same Masonic Hall there when we'd had our voting clinic meetings there years before. He gets up in front of this group to plead for their vote. That scene was the fairy tale ending. It's not that everybody lived happily ever after, but that scene to me vindicated everything we had done.
The poor guy. I can vividly feel what I felt then, almost being embarrassed for him. It was the most painful thing he'd ever had to do in his life. Get up in front of a room of whatever he thought this was a room full of and be at the begging end.
Everybody knew exactly who he was but nobody was rude, nobody heckled him. They gave him polite applause afterwards; of course everybody kind of cluck clucked to each other. Everybody thought it was very funny. He obviously couldn't say very much—"I did a fine job of beating you over the head"—so he just said he'd appreciate their votes and he'd be sure that the law was enforced fairly.
By this time the black power movement was in full swing in most of the rest of the country. Not that they were black power people in West Feliciana, but they all had televisions and they all saw Huey Newton and Stokely Carmichael and all these people speak. They were all charged up. My feeling then was, okay they've arrived in the 20th century, I can leave now. There was a bittersweet element, in the sense that the fight to get registered and vote was so morally clear-cut. It was so clear who the good guys were and who the bad guys were. That battle had been won, and they were now joining the messy world of politics in a democratic republic, where it's no longer good versus evil or black versus white, but it's lots of shades of gray.
Mimi Real photographed in 2007.
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Originally published in the photo collection Breach of Peace: Portraits of the 1961 Mississippi Freed Riders, this archival police photograph of then 19 year-old Freedom Rider Joan Trumpauer Mulholland has been making the rounds. There is much debate about what troubling discourses of race and beauty might be operating in its reception right now, as there should be — the manifold dangers in conflating beauty with truth, or in attributing to whiteness a special heroism, are real and run deep.
But I admit that I keep looking too. Why? I'm reminded of Roland Barthes's notion of the photograph's punctum, "that accident [of photographic detail] which pricks me (but also bruises me, is poignant to me)" (Camera Lucida, of course). For me, it's the flower on her label catching in its petals the chain from the police identification board hanging around her neck, after her arrest. Evoking both vulnerability and defiance, that "minor" sartorial detail, as Barthes puts it, bruises me, is poignant to me.
From Hidden from History: Unknown New Orleanians
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Amanda Brecker – Here I Am
Release Date2008
Record LabelBirds Records
Track Listing1. Sunrise
2. Novo Lugar
3. Wasted Time
4. Your Body Is A Wonderland
5. I Can't Make You Love Me
6. Here I Am
7. Is It Possible
8. If This Is It
9. Talk To Me
10. Thinking Of You
11. Up!
12. Lovetalk
Release Biography
Singer /Songwriter Amanda Brecker is Eliane's daughter whose debut cd for Birds Records was released on July 23, 2008 in Japan. Amanda sings several of her original compositions as well as covers. Eliane is featured on Amanda's song "Novo Lugar" along with Amanda's father, Randy Brecker on trumpet . "Novo Lugar" is sung in Portuguese and English and was chosen as the theme for the Japanese TV series "Giants of Beauty." Amanda was featured on the Japanese Fashion Magazine "Miss" talking about her music and showing some of her favorite places in New York City, her birth city and where she resides. "Here I Am" has received the "Gold Disc Award" by Swing Journal, Japan in July 2008 and was the #1 Best selling Jazz Vocal Cd in Japan in July-August 2008. Amanda performed at the Ginza International Jazz Festval in Tokyo and at the Billboard Club in Osaka in November 2008. She received the "Best New Talent Award 2008″ by Swing Journal, Japan. Amanda also won the following awards in Japan: "Best New Talent Award 2008″ by Swing Journal, "New Star International Prize" by ADLIB Awards 2008, and "2008 New Star Award" by Swing Journal. Eliane is a very proud parent! Congratulations, Amanda!!!


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Clever and versatile, this Mask Kit presents everyone the opportunity to make pre-planned designs or use their imagination to make an endless variety of creations while helping to develop fine motor skills. Uses include party costumes and decor, encouraging creativity, play acting, and story telling. Kit includes: • 2 sturdy flock-surfaced plastic masks• ribbon• feathers• glitter• glitter glue• glue• pens• sequins• instructions
Ready2Learn™ Spoon Animal Craft Kit
An inspirational combination of craft material for ages 3 and up to make 4 marvelous wooden Spoon Animal puppets. This collection is designed to encourage creativity, fine motor skills, imagination, and social skills. A variety of animals is easy and fun to create. Children find them terrific for acting out stories. Kit includes: • 4 wooden spoons (each 6" long)• yarn• ribbon• pompoms• crepe paper• foam• feather• cotton batting• wobbly eyes• glue• mixed sequins• templates• card stock• instructions
Ready2Learn™ Spoon People Craft Kit
This is a wonderful Spoon People collection of components for ages 3 and up to make 4 terrific wooden spoon people puppets. The kit is aimed at helping to develop fine motor skills, imagination, creativity, and social skills. Characters are easy and fun to make. Youngsters find them great for acting out stories.Kit includes: • 4 wooden spoons (each 6" long)• shapes• sequins• buttons• ribbon• holo-graphic dots• beads• pompoms• coloring pens• crepe paper• foam• shredded tissue• wobbly eyes• glue• instructions
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May 23: I think I wore this entire outfit already this month.
(The missing days were when I was in New York - I didn't include those days in my Me Made May pledge. Although I did wear the new dress one night.)
PHEW. I did it! It was hard - not the pieces, but repeating them so frequently. I like to spread out wearings a little more. If I do this again I'm going to need more me-made clothes!
Least worn: the pink and green skirt. I'm passing it on.
Most worn: the blue skirt, surprisingly. Probably because it was so cold at the beginning of May!
Hardest to style: the flowered shirt - I discovered that it doesn't go with any of my more summery clothes. I mostly only managed to wear it on the colder days when I could pair it with pants.


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Heckler & Koch UMP 45.
This is my version of the Heckler & Koch UMP 45. modeled in 3ds max and zbrush. Texturing was done with dDo and photoshop. It was brought into udk for use and presented in marmoset.
In game video
I rigged the weapon in 3ds max and gave it a simple recoil animation and then brought it into udk. This video shows the weapon being used in game.


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Montane Minimus (2013)
At 161g (size L) the Montane Minimus trousers are the lightest in our test – and that weight makes them ideal for carrying in your pack, while the performance means that when you do put them on you'll remain comfortable. The fabric is an extremely thin 2.5-layer material with good breathability, but it will still feel clammier than higher-priced trousers with 3-layer fabrics or any trouser with a loose lining. There's a 33cm zip at the ankle, which just about allows these to fit over my size 11 boots, and the calf area can be tightened down with Velcro tab adjusters. The waist is elasticated and has a drawcord. Great if low weight is your top priority.
Material Pertex Shield
Sizes S-XXL
Weight 161g (L)
Website www.montane.co.uk
Montane Minimus trousers are the best choice for fast and light travel in our review.
Review by Graham Thompson
First published in Trail magazine November 2013


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Polish Resume
Todd Clarke @ February 14, 2015 # Comments Off on Polish Resume
Thanks to my friends at the Polish Real Estate Federation for promoting myself and fellow CCIM instructors, Steve Price, Mark Cypert and Joe Fisher and our resumes:
Todd Clarke @ February 14, 2015 # Comments Off on Polish Resume
Thanks to my friends at the Polish Real Estate Federation for promoting myself and fellow CCIM instructors, Steve Price, Mark Cypert and Joe Fisher and our resumes:
Todd Clarke @ October 1, 2014 # Comments Off on A to Z of investment basics course
To be held at GAAR offices on Thursday, October 2nd, 2014 Spreadsheet tools: DTC-IRR-Model-v15-comm-blank-Citadelapartments DTC-IRR-Model-v15-comm-FilledOutSampleDeal
Todd Clarke @ July 18, 2014 # Comments Off on Santa Fe Course – 7/18/2014
The following are links and documents from todays presentation. Complete the 2014 ULI Value / CAP rate survey here Prezi from today – Ethical use of social networking Prezi-CCA-EthicalUseofSocialMedia-072014 List of iOS apps – click here Today's powerpoint presentation can be found by clicking here- SantaFe-Tech-SocialNetworkingWebinar-07182014-v5 CCIM 2013 annual seminar – 97 apps in 90 […]
Todd Clarke @ August 28, 2013 # Comments Off on ULI NM – 2013 Commercial Real Estate Value Survey
The NM Chapter of the Urban Land Institute released its 2013 Commercial Real Estate and Value survey last week at the joint Apartment Association of NM and Urban Land Institute Market forum luncheon. Previous value and cap rate surveys performed by Cantera Consultants & Advisors Inc. can be found here for 2011 and here for […]
Todd Clarke @ August 26, 2013 # Comments Off on ABQ Biz 1st – Boomers, Millennials power apartment biz
At the annual Apartment Association market update last week, Todd Clarke discussed the latest generational drivers of apartment demand. View the complete article by clicking here.
Todd Clarke @ July 18, 2013 # Comments Off on DeJa Vu an update to multifamily in CCIM's Journal
This month's CCIM magazine has an update article on the multifamily industry. "In some markets, demand is up and the existing multifamily properties are simply obsolete. "We need to replace our inventory," says Todd D. Clarke, CCIM, chief operating officer of NM Apartment Advisors in Albuquerque, N.M. "The average apartment was built in 1965, is […]
Todd Clarke @ July 18, 2013 # Comments Off on Attend the next CCIM conference in Denver and see the 2 T's of technology
Tech guru's Todd Kuhlman and Todd Clarke will be hosting 60 apps in 60 minutes on 10/26/2013. Register at www.ccim.com The video of the session can be found – here as Todd Kuhlman and I provided info on 97 apps in 90 minutes.
Todd Clarke @ May 17, 2013 # Comments Off on Albuquerque Realtor has connection to Japanese CCIM's
The Albuquerque Business News covered Todd's recent class and pinning ceremony for the newly minted CCIM's in Japan:
Todd Clarke @ April 9, 2013 # Comments Off on Todd Clarke named as commissioner to Albuquerque Housing Authority
In today's Albuquerque Business First, Todd Clarke was named as commissioner for the Albuquerque Housing Authority.
Todd Clarke @ October 17, 2012 # Comments Off on CCIM Live!
The CCIM Live! Session on using technology in marketing was well attended – thanks again to the CCIM Institute for doing such a great job!
Todd Clarke @ October 15, 2011 # Comments Off on Marketing using Social Networking recap
What did you miss last week at @ccim live? This session on how to develop a marketing strategy 4 social networking co-taught with Bill Risser Click here to see the video overview and Prezi presentation.
Todd Clarke @ October 11, 2011 # Comments Off on A special thank you
to my CCIM CCR Study session students who obtained their designation in 2010 & 2011 – they gave me this photo – very kind and appreciated! In this photo: Tom Jones, Sean McMullen, Rose Cabezut, Jerry Cass, Tuan Van Hyunh, Todd Clarke, Lia Armstrong, John Shepler, Tom Franchini, Rob Powell and Michael Contreras, all CCIMs!
Todd Clarke @ September 17, 2011 # Comments Off on CCIM 102 Tokyo – Kampai!
Fabulous class this week in Tokyo – taught CCIM 102 to a room for of CPM's – some of the brightest people on this planet made for a fabulously interactive class.
Todd Clarke @ August 29, 2011 # Comments Off on CCIM Live and Frank Lloyd Wright!
CCIM Live just posted my latest update. The article covers (amongst other things) the connection between Frank Lloyd Wright and the Phoenix Biltmore hotel –
Todd Clarke @ August 25, 2011 # Comments Off on CCIM Live update – Aerotropolis webinar now online!
Last week I had the pleasure of introducing and interviewing Greg Lindsay, author of Aerotropolis. CCIM has just posted his webinar live.
Todd Clarke @ August 8, 2011 # Comments Off on CCIM LIVE! – only 65 days!
Only 65 days are left until the next CCIM annnual meeting and what looks to be an amazing program – the list of speakers can be found here – http://live.ccim.com .
Todd Clarke @ March 15, 2011 # Comments Off on Announcing our Social Networking scavenger hunt
Would you like to win a new iPad2 with red leather cover (notice the CCIM logo?) Correctly answers the first 10 questions on our social networking quiz and give us some feedback on the next 4 questions at: www.canteraconsultants.com/scavengerhunt Good luck! This marketing effort will be used to gauge the effectiveness of social networking in […]
Todd Clarke @ February 21, 2011 # Comments Off on my first iPhone app help client's calculate their property taxes
Very excited – as of 5 minutes ago, our iPhone app to help client's calculate their property taxes for commercial properties in Bernalillo County went "live" in the iTunes store! It is only 99 cents, and if you provide us feedback to improve version 2 and leave feedback, I'll gladly send you a buck! If […]
Todd Clarke @ January 29, 2011 # Comments Off on CCIM announces new technology and social networking course
Technology and Social Networking Tools for Today's Real Estate Professional This 1-day course, taught by Todd Clarke, CCIM, teaches how to implement the latest technology and social networking tools into a real estate professional's day-to-day business and add value to clients. Participants will review the latest hardware available, including smart phones, iPads and netbooks, and […]
Todd Clarke @ January 23, 2011 # Comments Off on CCIM Success Profiles – one of my mentors, John Henderson III CCIM
As you may know, the NM CCIM chapter #10 is collecting a series of stories about some of their most successful members – a task called "profiles in success". Many of us have had people in our lives who we are grateful for – persons who show up at the right time and point us […]
Todd Clarke @ January 17, 2011 # Comments Off on Interested in becoming a CCIM?
NM is offering the CCIM Intro Course for a 43% discount if you register by 1/31/2011. CARNM's most recent award winning Realtor, Lia Armstrong CCIM, was kind enough to share what the CCIM program has meant for her- watch the YouTube Video. Save your seat for the February 7-8, 2011 course by registering here.
Todd Clarke @ September 8, 2009 # Comments Off on CCIM 2010 – final exam dates
The CCIM instititute posted today the dates for the Course Concepts Review and final exam for 2010: Spring 2010 Program – New Orleans, LA Portfolio Submission Deadline: January 12 CCR/Comp Exam Registration Deadline: March 23 CCR: April 18 – 19 Comp Exam: April 20 Fall 2010 Program – Orlando, FL Portfolio Submission Deadline: July 13 […]
Todd Clarke @ June 1, 2009 # Comments Off on If all else fails…the Bob Ward response
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Todd Clarke @ February 2, 2009 # Comments Off on CCIM's take on Mark to Market accounting and its impact on the economy.
I received this earlier last week from our good friend, Mac Maclure with an update on the how the definition of a phrase could be having a large impact on the current liquidation crisis: Dear Members of the Faculty: During this historic week in America as we experience another peaceful transition of power in our […]
Todd Clarke @ December 21, 2008 # Comments Off on Thanks to CIRE Magazine – an overview of how a commercial Realtor can position themselves in the downturns
One CCIM shares how starting a consulting business can help during an economic downturn By Todd D. Clarke, CCIM After a few years in the business and having completed more than 400 apartment transactions, I became focused on how to get paid for what I knew versus what I could do. Having been through the […]


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Adjust the grill so it's about 3 inches from the heat source and get the coals white-hot. Brush the meat with canola oil, season with salt and pepper, and sear over the hottest coals until browned on both sides. Ideally, you'll turn it only once -- so, say, 5 minutes per side.
Place a heavy enamel pot over medium-hot coals, off to the side. While the meat sears, render the bacon in the pot for about 3 minutes. Add the onion, a pinch of salt and pepper, and the bay leaf. Stir once or twice and cook until the onion softens but doesn't color, about 5 minutes. Add the apple and cook until soft, about 2 minutes. Add the cabbage and stir well to coat. Add the Ephemere (a Canadian ale made with apple) or wheat beer such as Hoegaarden, thyme leaves, and more salt and pepper, and cover.
Move the chop to indirect heat and close the grill lid, creating an oven. After 15 minutes, open the lid, brush both sides of the chop with maple syrup, uncover the pot (so the ale can evaporate), and close the lid, continuing to cook until the chop is cooked through with a slight edge of pink, about another 15 minutes. (A meat thermometer should read 140degrees to 145degreesF.) With a total of 40 to 45 minutes cooking time, plus the browning action of the sugary syrup, the meat will get a little crusty. But that's good. You want a little love on the edges.


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Hercules Announces Investment Portfolio Update for Q3/12
Hercules Technology Growth Capital announced its Q3/12 portfolio update. This portfolio update follows the interim Q3 quarter-to-date update issued on September 11, 2012.
"Against a backdrop of continued strong demand for venture debt during the third quarter, Hercules originated a number of new debt commitments to innovative portfolio companies, the vast majority of which were late in the quarter (September), despite continued global economic uncertainty and the upcoming U.S. elections," said Manuel A. Henriquez, Hercules co-founder, chairman and chief executive officer. "In addition, we took significant steps to bolster and strengthen our balance sheet, adding well over $100 million in additional liquidity through a diversified mix of senior note and equity offerings, which will support portfolio growth for the fourth quarter of 2012 and beyond."
Additional New Originations for Q3:
During the third quarter of 2012, Hercules originated approximately $136 million of debt and equity commitments to new and existing portfolio companies. As previously announced, Hercules had originated commitments of more than $93 million to new and existing portfolio companies from July 1, 2012 to September 11, 2012.
New third quarter investment commitments, completed since September 11, 2012 include:
In addition, during this period, Hercules provided $5.4 million in commitments to existing portfolio companies. Together with the previously announced commitments to existing portfolio companies of approximately $25 million from July 1, 2012 to September 11, 2012, Hercules provided a total of approximately $30.4 million in commitments to existing portfolio companies as of September 30, 2012.
Signed Term Sheets – Additional Future Portfolio Growth Potential:
As of September 30, 2012, Hercules has approximately $133.5 million of signed non-binding term sheets subject to completion of definitive documentation with prospective portfolio companies, which generally convert to contractual commitments within approximately 45 to 60 days. Non-binding term sheets are subject to completion of Hercules' due diligence, investment committee approval, legal review and negotiation of definitive documentation. It is important to note not all signed, non-binding term sheets are expected to close and do not necessarily represent any future cash requirements or earning assets.
One Portfolio Company Completes IPO:
On September 20, 2012, portfolio company Trulia completed its IPO and its shares are trading on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the symbol "TRLA."
Capital Raising Activities:
During the quarter, Hercules closed a public offering of approximately $85 million in aggregate principal amount of its 7.00% senior unsecured notes due 2019. The September 2019 notes trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the new trading symbol "HTGY."
On October 3, 2012, Hercules closed a public offering of 3.1 million shares of common stock at a price of $10.85 per share, resulting in proceeds of approximately $33.6 million, excluding other offering related expenses.