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Portland High athletics is in for an exciting autumn. Football, featuring a new face at the helm for the first time in nearly three decades, is a potential sleeper capable of making noise into November. Boys' soccer has been very strong in recent seasons and even with a lot of new faces will contend again. The girls' program welcomes a new coach and has optimism that the wins will come. No one stole more headlines last fall than field hockey. The Bulldogs hope to follow up last year's first ever regional final appearance with more triumph. Both cross country teams are eyeing state meet berths, while golf will look to hold its own against a competitive slate and perhaps qualify for the state match if all goes well.
COACH: Jim Hartman (first year)
2011 Record: 2-6 (no postseason)
TOP RETURNING PLAYERS: Tate Gale (Senior), Verny Gayle (Senior), Casey Mahoney (Senior), Kyle Reichert (Senior), Nick Volger (Senior), Abe Marr (Junior), Jayvon Pitts-Young (Junior), Justin Zukowski (Junior), Dom Dimillo (Sophomore), Ryan Ruhlin (Sophomore)
PIVOTAL GAMES: Sept. 8 @ Cheverus, Sept. 21 @ Bonny Eagle, Oct. 12 (H) SCARBOROUGH, Oct. 20 @ South Portland
COACH'S COMMENT: "The preseason's going well. I have good kids who work hard and are tough. I'm happy with their effort. It's a veteran team. Our offensive line is our strength. We'll run the wing-T and throw on our terms. I think we'll be really competitive. We should make the playoffs. We talk about gunning for a state title."
THE FORECASTER'S FORECAST: It's a new era for Portland football. Mike Bailey's quarter-century at the helm is over and the Bulldogs welcome a new coach, Jim Hartman, a longtime fixture in the area who led Yarmouth from the Developmental League to back-to-back state championships. While Portland has struggled on the field the past couple years, it might be ready to jump back into contention. There are some exciting playmakers on the roster and the preseason has brought optimism. Ruhlin will be under center and he has plenty of weapons at his disposal. The most dangerous might be Pitts-Young, who can run, throw or catch the ball. Once it's in his hands, good luck bringing him down. Volger and Zukowski are both tough and seasoned and will be a big part of the offense. Marr and sophomore Jordan Floridino, who is recovering from a knee injury, could see larger roles as the season progresses. Seniors Drew Graham and Joe Nielsen are receivers to watch. The line features Dimillo, junior Jake Dunton, Gale, Reichert, senior Josh Hoyt (who played as a freshman and has returned) and junior Cody McCormack. Mahoney will play tight end. Defensively, Gayle, Hoyt, Mahoney, Reichert and junior Jake Fogel and sophomore Nate Red will see time on the line. Linebackers include Gale and Zukowski. The secondary features Marr, Nielsen, Pitts-Young and Volger. Reichert handles punting and kicking duties. The Bulldogs have to learn a new system and come of age while playing against several of the top teams in the league. Portland projects to be a team that improves dramatically as the season goes on. Eclipsing last year's win total is likely. There's a good chance the Bulldogs will have a shot at a playoff berth. If all goes well, Portland could be this year's version of what South Portland accomplished in 2011, not just improving, but making a deep run. The program is on its way back. The only question is how long it will take to get there.
COACH; Rocky Frenzilli (26th year, 174-155-37 overall record)
2011 Record: 10-3-2 (Lost, 3-1, to Cheverus in Western Class A quarterfinals)
TOP RETURNING PLAYERS: Tim Rovnak (Senior), Chip Weber (Senior)
PIVOTAL GAMES: Sept. 6 @ Deering, Sept. 11 (H) SCARBOROUGH, Sept. 13 @ Gorham, Sept. 25 @ Cheverus, Oct. 6 @ Windham, Oct. 11 (H) SOUTH PORTLAND
COACH'S COMMENT: "We're definitely a work in progress. It's the first year I can honestly say I have two boys back with varsity experience. I'm excited to have Timmy back. He means so much to us with his work ethic and tenacity. He's a great kid. He and Chip will wrap themselves around the leadership role. I hope we grow and play our best soccer in October. We want to have a winning record and get a spot in the tournament. I'm guardedly optimistic."
THE FORECASTER'S FORECAST: Portland has been as good as anyone the past four seasons, winning 46 games and making it to the state final in 2010. Graduation, transfer (Tony Yekah has moved to Windham) and club team departures have caught up with the Bulldogs, however, and this year will be a challenge with only two returning players. Luckily for Portland, those two are talented and seasoned and are a great building block. Rovnak made the all-conference, regional and state teams, was the school's Fall Male Athlete of the Year in 2011 and is one of the most prolific scorers around. He's quick, is a great finisher and has a flair for a dramatic. He'll keep the Bulldogs competitive. Junior Ek Bakunda should help the offense as well. Defensively, Weber is back in goal. He was an honorable mention SMAA all-star last season. Weber will see his share of shots, but is up to the task. Junior Charlie Gauvin helps the defense in front of Weber. From there, Frenzilli and his staff have a lot of holes to fill. Rest assured, the Bulldogs will be athletic. They always are. It will be a case of getting game experience and confidence. Portland might have trouble with the top tier teams, but should be able to compete with everyone else. The Bulldogs will have their share of entertaining games. If all goes well, the program will extend its streak of playoff appearances to 13 and could give any prospective late October foe fits.
COACH: Arthur Mosen (first year)
2011 Record: 0-13-1 (no postseason)
TOP RETURNING PLAYERS: Ashley Frank (Senior), Mashale Nabi (Senior), Elizabeth Harris (Junior), Kagan Schmidt (Junior), Emma Stehli (Junior)
PIVOTAL GAMES: Aug. 31 (H) WINDHAM, Sept. 6 @ Deering, Sept. 25 (H) CHEVERUS, Oct. 2 (H) MCAULEY, Oct. 12 @ SOUTH PORTLAND
COACH'S COMMENT: "We are motivated to change the reputation that the team has taken on over the past few seasons. I think that the group is much better than what the stats might lead you to believe and I know the girls are eager to get out there and prove that point. Our biggest strength will be our determination and our commitment to each other. We know what our goals are and I think if we can all stick together we'll surprise some people this season."
THE FORECASTER'S FORECAST: For several seasons, Portland was a top contender, but the past two seasons have been difficult resulting in just one victory. This year, the Bulldogs are eager to turn things around. Mosen was the junior varsity team coach in 2011. He previously coached at Yarmouth, the University of Southern Maine and with the Portland Phoenix. He inherits some talent led by Nabi in goal, Frank (an honorable mention all-star last year) and Harris on defense and Schmidt and Stehli in the midfield. The offense could come from sophomores Madison Bolduc and Orianna Smith and freshmen Chessa Hoekstra and Isabel Stehli. Portland's experience on the defensive end is a good starting point. If the younger players come along and the Bulldogs can get some consistent offense, they'll win some games. Perhaps several. While serious contention is still in the future, this will be a season of growth and improvement. It won't be long until the league is fearing Portland once again.
COACH: Beth Arsenault (13th year, 50-118-8 overall record)
2011 Record: 12-5-1 (Lost, 4-1, to Marshwood in Western Class A Final)
TOP RETURNING PLAYERS: Gabi Cardona (Senior), Megan Hudson (Senior), Carissa Porcaro (Senior), Leanne Reichert (Senior), Ali Briggs (Junior), Katie Rutherford (Junior)
PIVOTAL GAMES: Aug. 30 (H) MASSABESIC, Sept. 1 (H) MARSHWOOD, Sept. 11 @ Scarborough, Sept. 13 @ Gorham, Sept. 14 (H) CHEVERUS, Sept. 19 (H) WINDHAM, Sept. 21 @ THORNTON ACADEMY, Oct. 3 (H) WESTBROOK
COACH'S COMMENT: "While we'd like to return more than six players, those six were part of a unique experience and their leadership will be invaluable. They're six in body, but 12 in spirit. I am excited about our season because just like last year was a first for our program, so is this year. We are entering a year with athletes who expect to go to the playoffs, not thinking that just making it there is their ultimate goal. We proved last year that hard work and dedication can pay huge dividends and that school demographics and resources do not need to dictate who can and will be successful. Our seniors and team captains, as well as our returning upperclassmen, are extremely dedicated and are perpetuating the competitive and winning culture that they enjoyed last year. We lost 15 seniors and still went to the Western Maine Final last year, so losing 15 this season again is not a deterrent or excuse. We did it once and believe that we can do it again."
THE FORECASTER'S FORECAST: Ten months later, the memories of Portland's stirring playoff run remain vivid. Years of frustration were wiped away in a little over a week as the Bulldogs made it all the way to the regional final for the first time behind team-wide heroics. A huge number of key players from that squad, including all-staters Kylie Dalbec and Raechel Allen (also Portland's 2011 Fall Female Athlete of the Year), have graduated, but the program, led by Arsenault, our reigning Coach of the Year, has a new attitude moving forward and still boasts enough talent to be a force in Western Class A. This year's offense will be led by captains Cardona and Reichert, as well as Rutherford, junior Tory Clayton and sophomore Georgia Drew. Defensively, Briggs and Hudson have experience. They'll be joined by new seniors Grace Dunham and Sandra Gilson and sophomores Tara O'Neal and Meggie Parker. As of press time, Porcaro, hero of the Westbrook playoff win, is pegged as the goalie, replacing Rachel Waterhouse, who was terrific in her one season. Freshman Gianna Gaudett is the keeper of the future and if she is able to handle the varsity pressure, may see time this season, allowing Porcaro to go back into the field. There appear to be several very good teams in the conference this season, so wins will be tough to come by. With that said, you can never write the Bulldogs off. The culture has changed with this program. They now expect to compete and to win. Like last year, it's possible Portland will get off to a slow start, then turn it on. While the Bulldogs won't be able to sneak up on anyone this time around, they have enough firepower to win their share of games. Another trip to the postseason is realistic and we all know that if Portland gets to the playoffs, all bets are off.
(BOYS) Dan Deniso (21st year)
(GIRLS) Sophie Payson-Rand (eighth year)
2011 Results:
(BOYS) 14th @ Class A state meet
(GIRLS) 14th @ Class A state meet
(BOYS) Ben Allen (Junior), Jake Morrow-Spitzer (Junior), Matt Bliss (Sophomore)
(GIRLS) Abby Popenoe (Senior), Elin Roland (Senior), Sadie Sarvis (Senior), Sara Gale (Junior), Bea Hesselbart (Sophomore), Darcy Hinck (Sophomore), Meredith Johnson (Sophomore)
TOP FOES: ; Cheverus, Scarborough, South Portland, Windham boys; Bonny Eagle, Cheverus, Massabesic girls
COACH DENISO'S COMMENT: "Our numbers are pretty good. They're great kids. We don't normally have this many freshmen. We'll have to fight to qualify for states. That's a goal of ours. We'll have to improve to do that. Ben aspires to win a regional championship this year or next."
COACH PAYSON'S COMMENT: "I have a good mix of experienced runners and new talent this year. This team has really prepared in the offseason and is ready to run. Our team goal is states and we have enough talent and depth to make a good showing. The team will welcome all the newcomers and freshmen to experience cross country as a positive individual and team sport and begin their lifelong love of running."
THE FORECASTER'S FORECAST: Last fall, both Portland cross country teams qualified for the state meet in the same season for the first time since 1984. This autumn, each squad is poised to get back.
The boys return 2011 league all-star Allen, who was fifth at regionals and 38th at the Class A state meet, along with state meet scorers Morrow-Spitzer (50th) and Bliss (91st). Sophomores Pat Sheils and Charles Winkelman and freshman Brad Arvenelle provide depth. This group will improve as the season goes on and paced by Allen, who could make a run at the top individual spot, the Bulldogs have a great chance to be among the top teams at the regional meet, punching their ticket back to states.
On the girls' side, top returners include Hinck (50th at states in 2011), Sarvis (62nd), Roland (63rd) and Popenoe (82nd). Gale, Hesselbart and Johnson round out the top seven. Senior captain Megan Kelly adds leadership, while juniors Laura Frank and Meghan Suslovick are promising additions. Portland should be able to build on last year's success and be in position in October to reach its goal of making it to states. If the Bulldogs get there, they could improve on last year's finish.
COACH: John LaFond (34th year, three state championships)
2011 Results: 2-8 (no postseason)
TOP RETURNING PLAYERS: Zack Luce (Junior)
TOP FOES: Cheverus, Falmouth
COACH'S COMMENT: "We have a young team this year. We hope to qualify for the team state championships."
THE FORECASTER'S FORECAST: The 2012 Bulldogs are led by Luce, who was a second-team all-star in 2011 and could be one of the top individuals in the conference and state this time around. Several other players are going to look to make a mark in the weeks to come. If a few step up, Portland will able to compete against teams like Deering and South Portland. A team berth in the state championships is probably out of reach, but Luce could represent the Bulldogs at Natanis and do very well.
Sophomore Ryan Ruhlin will be under center for the up-and-coming Bulldogs this season.
Senior Nick Volger is a shifty running back, hard hitting safety and team leader.
Junior Justin Zukowski will be a force for the Bulldogs at fullback and middle linebacker.
Sophomore Jordan Floridino is battling back from injury, but will be a key contributor at some point this fall.
Junior Jayvon Pitts-Young is a scoring threat every time he touches the ball.
Senior Carissa Porcaro was a postseason hero in 2011. As one of this year's few returners, she's hoping to led the Bulldogs back to the playoffs.
Gabi Cardona made an immediate splash last year and will be one of Portland's top threats this fall.
Senior Leanne Reichert is a captain the talented field hockey squad.
Look for junior Katie Rutherford to play a big role in the Bulldogs' success in 2012.
Ben Allen will make a run at the top of the regional and state heap this October.
Fri., Aug. 31 H MASSABESIC
Sat., Sept. 8 @ Cheverus
Fri., Sept. 14 H GORHAM
Fri., Sept. 21 @ Bonny Eagle
Fri., Sept. 28 H NOBLE
Fri., Oct. 5 @ Biddeford
Fri., Oct. 12 H SCARBOROUGH
Sat., Oct. 20 @ SP
Tues., Sept. 4 H NOBLE
Thurs., Sept. 6 @ Deering
Tues., Sept. 11 H SCARBOROUGH
Sat., Sept. 13 @ Gorham
Tues., Sept. 18 @ Biddeford
Thurs., Sept. 20 H WESTBROOK
Tues., Sept. 25 @ Cheverus
Thurs., Sept. 27 H MASSABESIC
Tues., Oct. 2 @ Marshwood
Thurs., Oct. 4 H KENNEBUNK
Sat, Oct. 6 @ Windham
Tues., Oct. 9 @ Bonny Eagle
Thurs., Oct. 11 H SP
Tues., Oct. 16 H TA
Fri., Aug. 31 H WINDHAM
Wed., Sept. 5 @ Noble
Thurs., Sept. 6 @ Deering
Fri., Sept. 14 @ Scarborough
Sat., Sept. 15 H GORHAM
Tues., Sept. 18 H BIDDEFORD
Thurs., Sept. 20 @ Westbrook
Sat., Sept. 22 @ Bonny Eagle
Tues., Sept. 25 H CHEVERUS
Fri., Sept. 28 @ Massabesic
Tues., Oct. 2 H MCAULEY
Fri., Oct. 5 @ Kennebunk
Fri., Oct. 12 @ SP
Tues., Oct. 16 H TA
Thurs., Aug. 30 H MASSABESIC
Sat., Sept. 1 H MARSHWOOD
Wed., Sept. 5 @ SP
Tues., Sept. 11 @ Scarborough
Thurs., Sept. 13 @ Gorham
Fri., Sept. 14 H CHEVERUS
Wed., Sept. 19 H WINDHAM
Fri., Sept. 21 @ TA
Mon., Sept. 24 H DEERING
Thurs., Sept. 27 @ McAuley
Sat., Sept. 29 H BONNY EAGLE
Mon., Oct. 1 @ Noble
Wed., Oct. 3 H WESTBROOK
Fri., Oct. 5 @ Biddeford
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Portland's field hockey team made history in 2011, reaching the regional final for the first time. The 2012 edition is looking to keep the good times rolling.
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The Telegraph reports that Prince William described it as "absolutely beautiful" and Middleton said it was "amazing" and "brilliant," but netizens had a different reaction.
Here's Amanda Drury of CNBC:
Official portrait of Duchess Kate revealed on.today.com/SofKfUWhat do u think? Ghostly comes to mind.. and that's the polite word — Amanda Drury (@MandyCNBC) January 11, 2013
Her comment was echoed by many online. A different Telegraph report calls it " an aesthetic disaster."
For those interested, here's how the portrait was made:

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Architecture firm extrastudio has transformed a former winery in portugal into a secluded two-storey home. the residence — photographed here by fernando guerra — is located in a small village south of lisbon, which, with its mediterranean climate and sheltered setting, created the ideal conditions for growing grapes and producing wine. Built by the client's grandparents at the beginning of the 20th century, the original structure is set back from the main road and remains accessible via a narrow alley.
Conceived as an oasis in the middle of the village, extrastudio chose to preserve the plot's small orchard of orange trees, which subsequently meant retaining the original building despite its lack of windows. in order to ensure a close relationship between interior and exterior space, a 14 meter-long window was cut into the façade facing the orchard. Meanwhile, a courtyard inserted into the corner abutting the adjacent properties allows light to enter the darkest areas of the house.
The property's generously propositioned communal areas are found at ground level, with the more private rooms contained above. 'the private areas unfold on the upper level, flanking the facades, generating a sequence of strategically placed voids, which create double and triple height spaces on the ground floor below,' explain the architects. 'a 9-meter high ceiling gives a palace-like dimension to the entrance hall and open-air showers are possible in the courtyard.'
In order to retain the building's walls, the design team had to source a new lime mortar that would be compatible with the existing surface. When the new mortar is exposed to oxygen it begins to petrify, slowly turning into stone. to reinforce the building's presence, a natural red pigment was added which takes on a variety of different appearances depending on weather and climatic conditions.
During construction, other existing materials were preserved and upcycled: roof tiles were reused, while recovered stone was transformed into sills. Even the timber roof structure now has a new lease of life as an exterior deck. raised above the ground, a dark reflecting pool in the garden recalls the form of an old irrigation tank, allowing residents to swim in what the architects describe as an 'absolute void'.


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Happy Birthday To Clifford Lee 'Cliff' Burton. R.I.P. [Video]
Clifford Lee "Cliff" Burton (February 10, 1962 – September 27, 1986)
Burton joined Metallica in 1982 and performed on its debut studio album, Kill 'Em All. He performed on two more Metallica albums, Ride the Lightning and Master of Puppets!
On September 27, 1986, Burton died when the band's tour bus over-turned in rural southern Sweden. Burton was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame with Metallica on April 4, 2009.
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If your product or service truly serves a worthwhile purpose, and provides a valuable solution to a significant problem...
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Radio advertising sales professionals: let's make a concerted effort in 2011 to woo and serve the best products, services, and businesses we can attract.
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Kelsey (ニット, Nitto) is a character in Rune Factory: Tides of Destiny.
He is a very shy boy, who's Quinn's younger brother and Gerard's adopted son. All three live together at the church.
He is a very kind person, and loves to help his father clean the church and to do errands for him. Aden will also describe him as polite after completing Kelsey's first request. He travels with his family each morning to take his bath for the day, but will most often be playing with Quinn.
Since he is so shy, he is rarely seen outside of his sister's company, and he rarely speaks. He says very little if you try to talk to him, and often uses Quinn as a shield when she is around to communicate. He is much less active then his sister, and enjoys reading and drawing as opposed to spending time outside. Kelsey wants to become braver, but has a hard time coming out of his shell.
He often gives the player requests to find him grass to draw with, and Proof of Warrior so that he will be brave. He doesn't like Green Peppers, and is afraid of fish. He also has a crush on Violet.
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Kelsey can be found walking with his sister and Father Gerard from the bath house early in the morning, cleaning inside the church and often at the docks with his sister during the afternoon. He and his sister are in bed by 7pm.
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Kelsey: ...
See you.
Kelsey: N/A
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- Kelsey hates green peppers, and oftentimes a quest from Kelsey will appear on the board, asking for a proof of warrior. He explains that he needs it in order to become brave enough to eat the peppers, but in the end, cannot overcome his fear and grants you a pepper.
- He wears a Turnip Head during the Masquerade.
- He hates the Winter season.
- He would like to try fishing but he isnt confident that he would catch anything. This is partially due to his fear of fish.
- Kelsey and Bismark have a lot in common. They're quiet and solitary, their sisters are excited and goof offs, et cetera.


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Clarence W. Wigington
Clarence Wesley "Cap" Wigington (1883-1967) was an African-American architect who grew up in Omaha, Nebraska. After winning three first prizes in charcoal, pencil, and pen and ink at an art competition during the Trans-Mississippi Exposition in 1899, Wigington went on to become a renowned architect across the Midwestern United States. It was a time when there were few African-American architects in the entire United States. Wigington was the nation's first black municipal architect, serving as senior designer for the City of Saint Paul, Minnesota's architectural office for 34 years when the city had an ambitious building program. Sixty of his buildings still stand in Saint Paul, with several recognized on the National Register of Historic Places. His architectural legacy constitutes one of the most significant bodies of work by an African-American architect.


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Moving into your new El Paso home!
Monday, July 28, 2014
Moving can be a stress filled ordeal. Please don't compound the situation by hiring the lowest price mover you can and I say this from experiences that I have seen some of my clients go through. They thought they had gotten a good deal only to find out that once their furniture was loaded up the price changed and now their furniture was being held for ransom.
The reason given for the change in price was always the same, the load was bigger than they calculated. Don't get caught up in one of these scams, always hire a firm with a good reputation - you don't want you move to El Paso and into your new El Paso home to be ruined by a shady mover.


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The little guy endured another 10 hour drive to Alabama, this time with a little help from Benadryl, and was rewarded with cuddles and PRESENTS!
He really did have a good time. Little guy was burrowing beneath all the wrapping paper while we unwrapped presents, it was adorable. And he was much more relaxed this trip, so he could enjoy being cuddled by all the grandparents.
Now, Ashby is recovering from all the excitement by sleeping all day in my bed. Total cat move.


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I've been an event planner since the day I could walk. I always knew it inside, but for many years I fought it. I lived the Corporate life and after spending 6 and 1/2 years as global brand manager for Westin Hotels & Resorts, I knew my career wasn't at Starwood - it was in events. I went on to become Founder and Senior Managing Partner of East of Ellie, a Stamford, Connecticut based events agency. We celebrate our 7 year anniversary this December. My agency, East of Ellie, thrives on executing legendary events for Fortune 500 companies, Celebrities, Royalty and Corporations. In just the past five years, I have planned events for major clients including Beauté Prestige International, Bvlgari Parfums, Nestle Waters North America and His Royal Highness, Prince Harry – to name a few. I have received two 40 Under 40 Awards, and has been published in BizBash, YFS Magazine, Business Rockstars, the Savvy Event Planner Podcast and more. Now that you've learned about me, you should learn all about East of Ellie.Learn More
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During a recent pass through Target, I was please to see that much like last year, they've got a nice selection of Disney-branded treats fill your Valentine's stocking. (Wait, that's not a thing, is it?)
Many of the items feature retro-style Mickey and Minnie illustrations. They remind me a bit of the "Get A Horse" film short that runs before the theatrical showings of Frozen.
My Target had an aisle end-cap with a Disney theme, but I found Disney items scattered throughout the Valentine candy section, not just on the end-cap.
The items included a plush Mickey, holding a chocolate heart lollipop.
These cutie patootie Mickey and Minnie tins hold wafer cookies.
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One of my readers, Mike Thomas of Lancaster, PA, sent me this great video of two guys from Stultzfus Structures who have built a man-cave from a standard storage shed! It's a fun and unique concept as well as excellently executed. However, I don't know what I am impressed by more; the man-cave itself, or the fact that the guy has a frickin' parachute plane parked next to it!
Hmm... now that my Monster Cave is no more, this might be a viable substitute ;-)


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Update (4:12 P.M.): The New York Times reports that Russia-backed separatists have agreed to turn over the recovered flight recorders, and allow trains full of passenger bodies to be removed from their current location.
The news was announced by Malaysia's prime minister, Najib Razak.
The original article continues below.
It has been four days since Malaysia Airlines Flight 17 was shot down near the Ukraine-Russia border, and the scene where most of the human bodies and debris landed remains a horrifying mess.
The plane's black box has been the subject of controversy since Thursday. Early rumors suggested the recording device had been snagged by rebels and perhaps sent to Russia. That idea had been discredited by late Friday, when the AFP reported that Ukrainian emergency workers found the flight recorder.
As with many aspects of this story, there would be a further twist: an audio recording released Sunday by Ukraine's intelligence service appears to reveal Ukrainian rebels plotting to secure the devices—on orders from Russia.
"Our friends from high above are very much interested in the fate of the black boxes," said a voice that, according to Ukraine officials, belongs to Battalion Vostok Commander Alexander Khodakovsky. He is said to have added, "I mean people from Moscow."
Elsewhere on the recording, per the New York Post, a rebel working in the field eventually confirms that pro-Russian forces have located what they think are the devices, asking if they "should look like some small orange barrels."
Aleksander Borodai, the rebel leader of the self-declared Donetsk People's Republic, addressed the rumors in a Sunday press conference (one that may have been attended by foreign journalists whom rebels had imprisoned and released that same day). "Some items, presumably the black boxes, were found, and they have been delivered to Donetsk and they are under our control," he said. "There are no specialists among us who could pinpoint the look of the black boxes, but we brought to Donetsk some technical items which could be the black boxes of the airliner."
Video footage from the crash scene showed emergency workers carrying what appeared to be an orange box (so-called "black boxes" are actually usually brightly colored, so that they can more easily be located amid debris).
A reported missile strike brought down the Malaysia Airlines passenger plane, killing all 298 members on board and prompting immediate finger pointing between Ukraine and Russia, with another, angry digit coming from the United States. In numerous statements from the White House and State Department, the administration has accused Russia of arming rebels who allegedly brought down the flight, and urged Russian president Vladimir Putin to refrain from meddling in an investigation.
"It is not possible for these separatists to function the way they're functioning, to have the equipment that they have," President Barack Obama said in a Friday press briefing. "Set aside what's happened, you know, with respect to the Malaysian Airlines, a group of separatists can't shoot down military transport planes, or they claim, shoot down fighter jets without sophisticated equipment and sophisticated training, and that is coming from Russia."
On Monday, Obama reiterated condolences to relatives of the passengers, and noted that many were "outraged" by delays in the investigation. "We have to make sure that the truth is out, and that accountability exists," Obama said. "I've sent [investigative] teams, other countries have sent teams."
"Unfortunately, Russian-backed separatists continue to block access to the crash site," Obama continued. After recounting a list of their alleged offenses, Obama got to the point: "What exactly are they trying to hide?"
"Given its direct influence over these separatists, Russia—and, particularly, President Putin—have direct responsibility" to ensure an investigation can continue, Obama said. "That's the least he can do."
Warning Russia that "costs for Russia's behavior will only continue to increase," Obama noted that an investigation is "the least that decency demands."
Clashes between Ukrainian forces and rebels continued in the area of the crash site on Monday, with Ukraine president Petro Poroshenko, according to ABC News, urging a cease-fire within a 25-mile radius of the wreckage.
On-the-ground reports from the crash site remain grim. Bodies of victims, which remained rotting in the hot air for days, have now reportedly been loaded into two trains, which weren't refrigerated for some time. The stench reportedly overwhelmed investigators from the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (O.S.C.E.), who, as a result, could not initially verify the rebel's claims that 196 bodies were recovered and loaded into the trains.
Rumors that the crash site had been looted have also spread. "It is striking that there is nothing of value. I see a Louis Vuitton passport folder, but the document is gone; there is nothing that resembles the remains of a wallet or jewelry," journalist Paul McGeough wrote in the Sydney Morning Herald. "The area is littered with suitcases and tote bags, some with their contents spilling out, but it is impossible to say if the site has been looted or merely tidied up, as suggested by the piles of baggage."
McGeough added that his freedom, as a reporter, to "walk where I like is a measure of how sloppily this disaster zone is being managed."
Portraits and brief biographies of MH17 passengers have begun to circulate. A top AIDS researcher was on the flight, as was a Dutch senator, and an Australian writer. The New York Times has a striking collection of vignettes about the victims, including one for Quinn Lucas Schansman, the 19-year-old Dutch-American who was on the flight to Kuala Lumpur for a planned three-week vacation in Indonesia. The undergraduate student and soccer player's parents had already arrived at their destination, and were awaiting their son's arrival.
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Things happen in the warehouse but never like this! Pete (Eddie McClintock), Myka (Joanne Kelly), and Claudia (Allison Scagliotti Smith) have a serious situation on their hands after an incident with a self working vacuum. No, it didn't suck up a file belonging to Artie (Saul Rubinek). Worse. The cooling system got thrown offkilter. Add to that a can of sticky string and you start to get some idea of the picture.
Speaking of, Leena's house is an artifact! In theory, anyway. Pete realizes something might be inside, and the one the agents typically stay in is a newer model. A certain painting becomes critical to getting the intrepid trio out of a trap.
Bouncing balls made for one of the more lighthearted moments. Of course, these are not just any toys. It seems they were created as a death weapon. McClintock gets buried, which is a great visual scene.
Where is Artie, you ask? Out. He turns over a bunch of files to higher ups, but this is only the beginning. Send forth the Regents! This is the group which supervises the missions of Artie and his minions. Put it this way - Mrs. Frederic (CCH Pounder) reports to them as well. They are none too happy at what has been taking place with a few of the assignments and are now ready to call Artie on the carpet.
A key member is perfectly cast. Mark A. Sheppard, who science fiction fans know as Romo Lampkin on Battlestar Galactica , is introduced to viewers by the name of Benedict Valda. I can't help but think of either eggs, the traitor, or Dirk Benedict when it comes to the premiere moniker. The latter half is pure fiction.
Sheppard is spot on as the guy who wants Artie to get the job done right. He never yells, but the near menace is felt just the same. Were the writers thinking of Lampkin when Valda started to describe Artie's assumed sins? The pacing and list sharing of where Artie went wrong works for someone trained as an attorney.
The Regents themselves are a surprise. Ordinary looking folk, but with a whole lot of power. Again, Sheppard has a nice bit with the "What did you expect?" line. The softly spoken group of people who made an impact without standing out in a crowd gets the point across. Will we see Valda again? It's hard to say. He would probably do best popping up from time to time rather than each week.
By the way, is Artie married? He mentioned a father a bit back, but I thought I heard him mention a Nina in the small talk with Mrs. Frederic. Of course, it could very well be Leena.
Underlying all is McPherson, who Artie used to be friends with. He is taking his training as a former warehouse agent and reeking havoc. Artie might just be the only one who can stop him. Roger Rees does not make an appearance this episode as the cunning villain, but his picture shows up with the word 'wanted' written across it. He's completely ruthless, which should make for some interesting viewing.
With only two episodes left in this season, I have to assume McPherson shows up in both. Rees apparently signed a contract for a threeper. The Secret Service agents and their junior partner might be in for more than they think. Every mission so far has been fairly tame. McPherson is willing to kill anybody who gets in his way, which he has already proven ("Implosion"). What's to stop him from trying to kill one of the Warehouse agents?
Keep watching for more missions and answers to the biggest questions Tuesdays on Syfy!
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A commitment to simplify and improve letters sent from the Housing Executive to tenants has been welcomed by local MLA Jo-Anne Dobson.
The commitment came in the form of an answer to an Assembly Question tabled by the Upper Bann Ulster Unionist MLA.
Mrs Dobson said: "The current forms which are issued by the Housing Executive are lengthy and complicated, making life difficult for many tenants, especially the elderly.
"In one incident I represented an 80 year old lady from Gilford who had been sent 12 different letters in one day making it totally impossible for her to understand exactly what she owed. Indeed this was certainly not an isolated incident.
"I am pleased that the Minister for Social Development has said steps are being taken to improve and simplify these letters.
"However, the proof of the pudding will be in the delivery and I will be watching carefully."


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Pumpkin is not a well liked vegetable by certain members of this house because of its sweet taste which "spoils" the taste of the dish. *ahem*.
I, on the other hand, love its orange flesh, the way it takes on the flavours of the dish it is cooked in - spicy if put into a puli kuzhambu or sambar, mustardy with potatoes in a typical Bengali dish, plumping up the volume of a soup, melding beautifully into this risotto and sweet when put into a pie.
The ones we get here are usually those huge green and white streaked ones.....simply called "kaddu" - no differentiation into varieties (I wouldn't know a kabochon if it stared me in the face!). Just ask the sabziwallah to cut a 500gm piece and you're good for a week.
Well, this time our friendly neighbourhood Mother Dairy outlet had the smaller variety. Peach coloured skin and a nice plump shape. I picked it up immediately; I would figure out what to do with it later. A couple of days later, I remembered a pumpkin loaf recipe I had seen on Elise's Simply Recipes - the recipe was adapted from Fannie Farmer and seemed fuss-free.
I laid out the pumpkin to roast in the oven while I went out and finished some chores. When I came back, the pumpkin flesh was cooked and ready. l I started removing the rest of the ingredients for the bread - and then discovered that there were no eggs at home! I hate when this happens (as if I have anyone else to blame but myself) and then my latent substitution avatar just takes over.
The prospect of going out even for the 3 minute walk to the store to buy eggs was just too much to contemplate in the heat of the afternoon. Technically, I could have waited till evening, but nope- I HAD to finish baking the bread then and there!
I remembered baking a Walnut & Ginger Bite ring sometime back which didn't have eggs, so I knew it was possible. I went to work modifying the original recipe. Eggs basically bind the ingredients or help in rising, so I put in one teaspoon of baking powder for the leavening and though the pumpkin may have been enough for the moisture, I added half a ripe banana as well.
The bread was a beautiful brown colour when it came out of the oven and the house was redolent with the aroma of cinnamon and nutmeg. It had a brown crust and a nice moist texture to it. Not too sweet so I didn't mind having it with breakfast and it makes a great tea time treat too. If you want to have it for dessert, its delicious with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. It tasted even better the next day, something I have often found with baked stuff.
I do have a theory about cinnamon though - I think it heightens the taste of salt in a dish - its happened in a restaurant once and with a carrot cake I baked a couple of years back. This time too, though not very salty, you could taste a bit of salt in the bread and I think it was because of the cinnamon in it.
Susan of Food Blogga is hosting Beautiful Bones - an Osteoporosis Food Event "to alert women to the potential risks of osteoporosis and encourage them to take steps to protect their bones at every age". This event is on the whole month of May which is National Osteporosis Awareness Month.Along with anaemia, Indian women are particularly susceptible to osteoporosis; genetics have much to do with it (Asians and Caucasian women are at greater risk) but also the fact that a high percentage of Indian women suffer a great deal from malnutrition - either due to a poor diet while growing up (many times due to a gender bias) or their own negligence of their health while taking care of the others in the family. It is estimated that 50% of healthy Indian women over 50 years of age have low bone mass.
I got concerned with this gap when I saw a direct correlation between the reduced intake of calcium in my MILs diet and her increasing joint problems and reduced bone mass. She put it down to age, but I connected to the fact that she was consistently reducing her milk, yoghurt and other calcium intake after my FIL died (culturally ingrained reactions to societal pressure are a whole another post!)
A diet rich in calcium and Vitamin D (adequate vitamin D is required for proper absorption of calcium) during childhood and adolescence goes a long way in preventing osteoporosis later.
But that doesn't mean that calcium is not as important after your teens. Women in the age group 25-50 years required 1000mg of calcium per day while women over 65 years of age require 1500 mg per day.
Don't feel like glugging a glass of milk everyday? Milk is not the only source of calcium; in fact it is difficult to digest and may not give you all the calcium you need. Think of other calcium rich sources:
1. Leafy greens like spinach (paalak), lettuce, spring onion greens and other local greens (keerai) like methi (fenugreek), suva (dill), sarson (mustard greens), khatta paalak, haak, molai keerai/arai keerai/siru keerai(all amaranth varieties), murunga keerai(drumstick leaves),agathi keerai,poonaganni keerai,pulichai keerai,manathakali keerai.
2. Vegetables like cabbage, broccoli, green beans, bhindi (okra), pumpkin/squash, radish (mooli) , cauliflower, carrots, eggplant (brinjal), brussel sprouts, asparagus and celery
3. Herbs and spices like coriander, basil, thyme, rosemary, fennel, oregano, garlic, cloves and cinnamon.
4. Nuts,seeds and beans like sesame seeds (til), mustard seeds (rai), walnut (akhrot), almond (badaam), cashewnut (kaju), kidney beans (rajma, lobia), chickpeas (kabuli chana, kadala), water chestnuts (singhada), lotus seeds (makhana), melon seeds.
5. Fruits like tomatoes, oranges, guava, banana, chikoo (sapodilla), coconut, figs (anjeer) and custard apple
6. Milk products like yoghurt, cheese and paneer and Soy products like tofu, soya beans, soy milk
Apart from calcium intake, it is important that it gets absorbed by our body:
- Vitamin D aids in absorption of calcium; sources rich in Vitamin D are
- High consumption of sodium (salt) and caffeine (whether in coffee or colas) results in increased excretion of calcium.
- Calcium through one's diet is better absorbed than through supplements.
- While there are factors which may prevent complete absorption of calcium from sources like spinach, beets, celery and peanuts (oxalic acid) and whole grains, nuts and beans (phytic acid) - the decrease in the available quantity of calcium for absorption is relatively low.
- Calcium interference with iron absorption or vice versa is not considered significant enough to affect normal intake when the intake of both is in typical moderate amounts.
While pumpkin is a moderate source of calcium (24mg per 1 cup) and cannot compare to greens and other vegetables in terms of calcium content, walnuts have about 100mg of calcium in every 100gm. What better excuse to indulge in this nutty bread!
Skinned and cooked pumpkin - 1 1/4 cup
(I followed the recipe instructions, cut the pumpkin into 4 parts and kept them cut side down on foil, cooked them in a pre heated oven at 200 C for 45 minutes. When it was completely cooled, I scooped the cooked flesh out of the skin, measured out what I wanted and froze the rest of it; You can also skin and chop the pumpkin and steam cook the flesh)
Flour - 2 cups (I used wheat flour 1 cup and refined flour (maida) 1 cup)
Vegetable oil - 3/4 cup (the original recipe uses olive oil)
Brown sugar - 1 cup (more if you want the bread to be sweeter)
Baking soda - 1/2 tsp
Baking powder - 1 tsp
Salt - 1/2 tsp (I would reduce it to 1/4 tsp next time)
Cinnamon powder - 1/2 tsp
Grated nutmeg - 1 /2 tsp
Water - 1/2 cup
Ripe banana - 1/2 mashed
Chopped walnuts - 1/2 cup (lightly toast the walnuts for 3-4 minutes to remove the skin, cool and chop.)
1. Pre heat the oven to 180C (350F), grease a loaf tin or a ring mould and keep aside.
2. Sift the flour, salt, baking soda,baking powder, cinnamon powder and grated nutmeg together.
3. In a big bowl, mix the cooked pumpkin with the oil, mashed banana, water and sugar till well combined.
4. To this add the mixed dry ingredients a little at a time mixing just as much as needed. If you find the batter too thick, add milk a teaspoon at a time till you get the required consistency - not pouring consistency but spoon dropping type.
5. Mix in the chopped walnuts gently and spoon into the prepared loaf tin or ring mould.
6. Bake for about 45-50 minutes or till a toothpick inserted in the middle comes clean. Mine took about 60 minutes but was quite moist inside and did not dry out.
Other calcium rich recipes:
Sindhi Sai Bhaji
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There are plenty of awards that honor every year's best films, from the Golden Globe Awards and the Screen Actors Guild Awards to the prestigious Academy Awards, but it's the Golden Raspberry Awards that call out the worst projects to come out of Hollywood each year.
The Golden Raspberry Awards, also known as the Razzies, is a mock award event to "honor" the worst movies of the year and on Monday, they announced the nominations for 2017.
Among the nods for worst picture are:
1. Baywatch
2. The Emoji Movie
3. The Mummy
4. Transformers: The Last Knight
5. Fifty Shades Darker.
"Transformers" leads the way as the best of the worst with a whopping 9 nominations!
In 2009, "Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen" also won the Razzie for Worst Picture.
Katherine Heigl was nominated in the worst actress category for her role in "Unforgettable."
"Fifty Shades Darker" star Dakota Johnson, Jennifer Lawrence's for her performance in "Mother!" - "Emma Watson for "The Circle" and Tyler Perry for his role as Madea in "Boo 2! A Madea Halloween" round out the nominations for the category.
The worst actor category is also full of A-list stars:
a. Tom Cruise was nominated for this role in "The Mummy,"
b. Johnny Depp for "Pirates of The Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales,"
c. Jamie Dornan for "Fifty Shades Darker,"
d. Zac Efron for "Baywatch," and
e. Mark Wahlberg for "Daddy's Home 2" and "Transformers: The Last Knight."
The Razzies will be awarded March 3, the day before the Academy Awards.
Although most winners do not attend the Golden Raspberry Awards ceremony or accept their award, there have been some exceptions.
Among the stars to have attended the event and accept their awards are:
1. Bill Cosby:
In 1988, Cosby became the first recipient to claim his Razzie award. Cosby's trophy was worth just $1.97.
2. Halle Berry:
The 2004 film Catwoman received multiple dishonors at the 25th Golden Raspberry Awards, including Worst Picture, Worst Director, Worst Actress and Worst Screenplay. Halle Berry accepted her award for Worst Actress at the ceremony in person.
3. Sandra Bullock:
Sandra Bullock accepted her Golden Raspberry Award in 2010. The next night, she won the Academy Award for Best Actress for her role in another movie.


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This classic English style brown ale combines 5 malts including crystal, chocolate & roasted barley to create a full bodied malty beer. The beer has pronounced chocolate notes throughout the aroma and flavour. An all English hop bill nicely balances these malts.
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This deep amber winter warmer combines six different English malts with 5 different hops (English & American) to create a full bodied English style strong ale. This beer is very complex & as the beer warms up the blend of flavours exude from this rich, nutty, fruity winter ale.
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This beer is a true representation of British brewing & is in tribute to the "godfather" of English Craft Brewing, Peter Austin. The beer is a beautiful balance of English malt & hops with a soft palate which promotes all the subtle flavour of this beer. We are serving this cask conditioned via a beer engine. Cask conditioned means the beer is naturally carbonated & is traditionally served warmer than the average North American beer & is not as carbonated. This is a true session beer.


text: So, the 12th of august was my 20th birthday and I was even then working on this post. I love the colourful and festive trend of this year. What I learned during my internship is that the Ibiza style is already taking over for a couple of years now and is forecasted to be a continued trend with a few extra styles mixed with it like a samba style. [Read more…]


text: When I took delivery of my P90D, a 90% charge was 252 Rated Miles. This was firmware 2.20.45. After the upgrade to 2.24.30, the 90% charge dropped instantaneously to 246 Rated Miles. After the upgrade to 2.36.31 (the minor update immediately before 8.0), the 90% charge dropped again to 242 Rated Miles. The car is only a few months old; it seems unlikely it has actually lost 10 miles of range already. And these step changes only happen immediately after firmware updates. It feels like Tesla is changing the RM calculation in the firmware. Any ideas on what's happening here?


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Welland River Siphon (Welland
Aqueduct) White Sucker Tracking Project 2013
Biotactic and the
Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority (with assistance from
the OMNR) radio-tagged and
tracked 40 adult white suckers that were released downstream
from the two sets of siphon tubes, or subterranean aqueducts, that allow
the Welland River to flow beneath the Old Welland Canal and the
New Welland Canal. We first
radio-tracked white suckers at the Old Welland Canal in 2001.
During that year, it was shown that radiotagged white suckers
could successfully pass upstream through the siphon tubes.
Preliminary results from 2013 indicate that white suckers can pass upstream through both sets of siphons, but with
differing degrees of success. Target species for fish
passage in Welland River include walleye, that seem to have
difficulty passing through man-made structures (in contrast to
white suckers). Future research funded by the
Government of Ontario may help improve fish passage in the
Welland River.
Paths of five radiotagged white suckers that returned from the Welland River
to their original capture location in the Grand River over less
than a year. Total return swimming distance is at least
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To bring photos from my minds eye - to the public through the lens of my Nikon D90 ∧ D80
Wednesday, 21 October 2015
5 comments:
- This Is My Blog - fishing guy said...
Fun, fun, fun, if I might say my friend Mac. That big camera is always with you. Even in the shower.
- Wednesday, October 21, 2015
- Lew said...
Lots of delightful selfies. And you put yourself in the greater scene in many of them!
- Thursday, October 22, 2015
- Christine Soto said...
Seriously nice collection of selfies, Mac! I love your header for all the reasons you stated. I guessed (before I read what you wrote) that you waited til that chap was in the picture--hopefully I would've done the same. Very nice!!
- Thursday, October 22, 2015
That's the way to do selfies! Much better that the Smart Phone variety that haunts us everywhere. Keep it up!
PS Thank you for the offer, but as you know I change my Header very seldom (hardly at all ...), and these days my photography is mostly concerned with five small grandchildren that I very seldom post. But I like to follow your group and wish you all the best. Maybe one day when time and other matters are better suited.
- Thursday, October 22, 2015
- Katney said...
Mirrors make good selfies possible.
- Thursday, October 22, 2015


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COSTA MESA, Calif., Feb. 12, 2016 — Silver Rock Recovery, one of the newest substance-abuse facilities in Nevada, recently announced it received full accreditation from The Joint Commission (TJC). The Las Vegas-based facility becomes only the third health and human services facility in Nevada to offer full RTC services with a TJC stamp of approval, according to TJC's website.
"I can't even begin to express my level of excitement," said Gene Miller, Silver Rock's executive director, on Friday after learning of the exclusive accreditation. "I am so happy for our staff. They have worked so hard to get Silver Rock to where it is. They should all be very proud of this. Since our inception we have strived to make this the best facility in Nevada. I think this certainly validates what we are trying to accomplish."
Silver Rock Recovery is an affiliate of Solid Landings Behavioral Health, a Costa Mesa, Calif.-based company, which started from a single sober living facility a little more than eight years ago and has grown into one of the premier substance-abuse providers in the country. Silver Rock, which opened its doors in August of 2015, is a 62-bed unit, which offers comprehensive, multi-diagnostic care catered to men and women suffering from alcohol and drug dependence, as well as other addictions. In addition to RTC (Residential Treatment Center), Silver Rock offers IOP (Intensive Out-Patient), PHP (Partial Hospitalization Program) and OP (Out-Patient) services.
"We are extraordinarily pleased that Silver Rock obtained this very significant accreditation," said Steve Fennelly, CEO and president of Solid Landings, which, in addition to Nevada, operates facilities in California and Texas. "Everything we do at Solid Landings comes down to providing the best client care possible. I feel comfortable saying that Gene (Miller) and his staff have gone above and beyond to meet our expectations."
The Joint Commission is one of the most prestigious, and rigorous, accreditation organizations in the country. A majority of state governments recognize its accreditation as a condition of licensure. Additionally, TJC accredits more than 20,000 health care organizations nationwide.
However, Miller admits he was a cautiously optimistic after a TJC surveyor with a strict reputation was assigned to review Silver Rock a few months back.
"We had a very detailed surveyor assigned to us and had a final survey with only eight findings from thousands of standards," Miller said. "This accreditation separates us from the rest of the pack. This means more insurance companies will cover our treatment. We want to be the best and provide the best. We are dedicated to being the premier provider of client care and employment in Nevada. We feel this will go a long way toward achieving that goal."
Additional information about Solid Landings and its affiliates can be found online atwww.solidlandings.com.
About Solid Landings Behavioral HealthSolid Landings Behavioral Health is a private, for-profit corporation located in Costa Mesa, Calif. Solid Landings Behavioral Health was founded on the fundamental principles of commitment, quality care, and individualized recovery programs that are provided in gender exclusive settings to men and women. Programs under Solid Landings Behavioral Health are certified and licensed by the Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) in California, Department of State Health Services (DSHS) in Texas, and Division of Public and Behavioral Health (DPBH) in Nevada.
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Attaining Healthy Body Weights in an Urban Aboriginal High School Through Community- University Partnerships
University Partner: Dr. Karen Chad, University of Saskatchewan - College of Kinesiology
Community Partner: Sharon LaFlamme
Location: Joe Duquette High School, Saskatoon, SK
Obesity has become an increasing problem amongst Canadian Aboriginal youth. Obesity is a major risk factor for the development of other chronic diseases including Type-2 diabetes (T2D). Although T2D can be prevented through healthy eating and physical activity, less than 50% of diabetics can identify factors contributing to their condition. Since being overweight in adolescence predicts obesity in adulthood, interventions must be initiated during adolescence to combat the devastating effect of obesity and subsequent T2D development. Schools can provide the ideal intervention setting because they can coordinate a healthy environment, a comprehensive health education and awareness program, and youth nutrition and physical activity programs. This will in turn provide the youth with the skills, and support they need in order to adopt and maintain healthy eating and physical activity behaviours.
However, lifestyle factors such as healthy eating and physical activity cannot be addressed in isolation of cultural factors. Prior lifestyle intervention strategies targeted at the Aboriginal population have been ineffective due to a lack of understanding for cultural values and traditions. On the other hand, successful strategies indicate the community needs to be involved in a participatory manner and traditional cultures and values must be incorporated into the research project. This research program will use a participatory research approach and work alongside the highs school community to jointly design, implement, and evaluate a culturally appropriate healthy lifestyles program that addresses the growing problem of obesity and T2D development.
Building Health Equity Through Literacy, Language and Culture: The Village of La Loche
University Partner: Dr. Lewis Williams, University of Saskatchewan - College of Medicine
Community Partner: Georgina Jolibois Location: La Loche, SK
The proposed research will form a partnership of community and university researchers for the purpose of conceptualizing and developing a framework to support applied research that effectively mobilizes three interrelated health determinants (literacy, language and culture) as community resources for well-being. Indigenous centred approaches and perspectives will inform the project which focuses on Aboriginal development through a holistic approach to literacy. Objectives are: (1) increased self-determination and control over health for La Loche community members through community development activities and public policy advocacy aimed at increasing literacy levels; and (2) increased Indigenous applied research capacity in this area through theory and model building regarding the interrelationships between literacy, language and culture and the ways in which these might be mobilized in other Aboriginal communities for Indigenous development. The significance of this project is its potential to contribute to the health of La Loche communities and produce innovative approaches to health through holistic literacy paradigms.
Examination of Métis Addictions in the Prince Albert area of Saskatchewan
University Partner: Joyce Desjarlais, First Nations University of Canada - Community Development and Health Science
Community Partner: Sena Richmond
Location: Prince Albert Métis Addictions Council of Saskatchewan, Prince Albert, SK
The research team is composed of: front-line service providers from the Métis Addiction Council of Saskatchewan Inc. (MACSI) Prince Albert area; researchers from the First Nations University of Canada (Prince Albert and Saskatoon sites); researchers from McGill University, Montreal; and key Aboriginal community partners. The team is developing a research proposal related to the current demographics of Métis youth and related service delivery targeting Métis youth substance abuse in the Prince Albert area. The development of this research proposal will support capacity building in the area of community-based participatory research by facilitating a better understanding of the diversity and common themes related to substance abuse, and programming and education of Métis youth addictions.
Healing Connections: Aboriginal Children and Youth Arising Above the Gang
University Partner: Bernard Schissel, University of Saskatchewan - Department of Sociology
Community Partner: Karen Pinecheechoo
Location: White Buffalo Youth Lodge, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
The project involves the White Buffalo Youth Lodge in Saskatoon; the Sociology Department at the University of Saskatchewan; the First Nations University of Canada; and the Federation of Saskatchewan Indian Nations. The research involves children and youth of Aboriginal ancestry who are at risk of being in gangs in the city. In that the research is dedicated to understanding the emotional and physical health of young people in relation to gang affiliation, we will study the lived realities of children and youth with the intention of making certain that our research expresses their reality through their eyes. Our aim is to seek understanding, knowledge, and possible directions for healing for children and youth that are based on a general understanding of what constitutes a healthy community. The White Buffalo Youth Lodge is devoted to helping children and youth and this research, based primarily at White Buffalo, will have direct implications for understanding gang affiliation and for dealing with the threats that such affiliations may pose
Pakeeway House: Healthy Women, Healthy Families
University Partner: Dr. Caroline Tait, University of Saskatchewan - Deptartment of Women Studies.
Community Partner: Priscilla Joseph
Location: Muskoday First Nation, Muskoday, SK.
The Pakeeway proposal is to provide information and recommendations to PHBD about the addiction treatment services needs of First Nations adolescent girls and women in the province. Using the research findings to support submissions to various levels of government for infrastructure and operating funds for a multifaceted addiction treatment for First Nations adolescent girls, women and their children. The proposed research will generate information about the barriers and gaps in addiction referral, treatment and aftercare services for women, including services for pregnant women and women with children. It will also provide a contextual examination of substance abuse among First Nation adolescent girls and women in which the role of confounding variables such as gender, age and socioeconomic status are considered.
The Language of Diabetes in Three Cree Communities: Developing an Ethical Community-Based Research Framework
University Partner: Gail Laing; University of Saskatchewan, College of Nursing
Community Partner: Curtis Morin
Location: Agency Chiefs Tribal Council, Health Department, Spiritwood, SK
The preliminary phase of the language of diabetes project is a three-phase project incorporating a literature review, community consultations with Elders of three Saskatchewan First Nations, and the compilation of a solid evidence-based proposal for funding. The primary objective of the preliminary phase is to develop an ethical community-based research framework that will guide the health research practices of the language of diabetes project for which funds are being sought from the Canadian diabetes association. The preliminary phase is rooted in community involvement, consultation, and direction, and incorporates capacity building, which will serve as a health research knowledge transfer mechanism for the communities of the Agency Chiefs Tribal Council. The outcome of the preliminary phase will contribute to the current discourse on ethical research practices in aboriginal communities in Saskatchewan and may serve as a model for other communities.
Traditional Healing in a Contemporary Community: Sturgeon Lake
University Partner: Willie Ermine, First Nations University of Canada
Community Partner: Shirley Bighead
Location: Sturgeon Lake First Nation, Shellbrook, SK
The proposed research will form a partnership of community and university researchers for the purpose of conceptualizing and developing a research framework that works towards the identification and implementation of a model of community healing that incorporates Indigenous and Western knowledge systems. This proposal's objective is to bring together a community's consciousness and perspectives about health through a process that enables structural development of a health system driven by traditional health practices alongside Western bio-medical practices in contemporary environments. The process will involve the opportunity for the research partners to discuss and examine how a community can advance the notion of health through strategic development and practice of wellness supported by research. The significance of this project is its potential value in contributing to knowledge translation and transfer strategies for the overall health of Indigenous Peoples.
Bridging the Gap Between Environmental Contaminants and the Health of First Nations Communities
University Partner: Lalita Bharadwa, University of Saskatchewan - College of Medicine
Community Partner: Martin Paul/Alma Favel-King
Location: Federation of Saskatchewan Indian Nations, Regional Health Survey Project; Saskatoon, SK
First Nations people have long recognized that human health is intimately connected to the well being of the natural environment and the impact of environmental contamination has been a major human health issue for many First Nation Communities. To date it is not known what kind of effect environmental contaminants have on First Nations health. The links between environmental exposures and disease within native communities remains elusive. However, FSIN has recently completed a Regional Health Survey. We propose to start analyzing these RHS data and investigating potential environmental causes of reported incidences disease. This work will then lead to a review of regional concentrations and sampling of chemicals of concern. These data will then be used in a holistic human health risk assessment to assess the potential health risks to First Nations communities that may be associated with environmental contamination. Our specific goals are to a) map both First Nation Health survey data with geochemical data on a regional basis. This will provide for the first time a link between First Nation health and environmental levels of contamination specific for each individual First Nation Community b) generate two data bases: 1) Regional Health Outcomes specific for First Nations Communities and 2) a regional geochemical data base for First Nations Communities c) and to 3) finally assess risk based on community specific data.
Community-Based Identification of Environmental Issues Affecting the Health of the Chakastaypasin First Nation
University Partner: Dr. Mary Vetter, University of Regina - Department of Biology (Luther College)
Community Partner: Lyle Opoonechaw
Location: Chakastaypasin First Nation, Melfort, SK
The people of Chakastaypasin First Nation in central Saskatchewan have identified a number of environmental issues that threaten their health and well-being: environmental contamination and disruption related to forestry and mining, and changes in plant and animal distributions and vegetation communities related to climate change. This project will initiate a community-based investigation to identify the environmental issues(s) that should receive the highest priority for future research and prepare a major funding proposal for future research on the prioritized issues. The community-based investigation will focus on the documentation of traditional ecological knowledge of community members involved in traditional cultural activities, including fish and wildlife consumption and collection of traditional medicinal and food plants. A first workshop, to be held in spring 2004, will bring community members and scientists together to discuss research priorities. Semi-directive open-ended interviews of community members will be conducted by a First Nations student research assistant, trained in interview techniques, during summer 2004. A second workshop will be held in fall 2004 to set the priorities for future research. Maps will be used to focus the discussion and provide information on the locations and changes of traditional cultural activities; these will be compiled in a database. The workshops will be videotaped and the interviews recorded on audio tape; with permission of the participants. A summary CD and hard copy documents will be compiled for distribution to the community.
Exploring the Role of Nurses in Supporting Aboriginal Women Experiencing Family Violence
University Partner: Carrie LaVallie, First Nations University of Canada - Health Medicine
Community Partner: Sandy Pitzel
Location: Community Against Family Violence, Prince Albert, SK
The goal of the larger project is to engage in research using an ecological approach to develop Nursing curriculum on family violence in Indigenous communities. This stage of the project will create a process for curriculum development and conduct two literature reviews: curriculum development using participatory research and ecological research models. The results of the research will be disseminated to the community through a committee of the Community Against Violence organization, which will regularly evaluate the results. The team plans to apply for further funding to Health Canada's Inter-professional Education for Collaborative Patient-Centered practice.
Health and Healing: Developing an Elders Forum with the Prince Albert Grand Council
University Partner: Willie Ermine; First Nations University of Canada - Community Development and Health Science
Community Partner: Ernest Sauve
Location: Prince Albert Grand Council, Prince Albert, SK
An Elders Forum, focussed on the issues of health and healing, would provide insights into Aboriginal traditions of health and its preservation. Such a Forum might be conceived as a "think tank," a research forum, or indeed, a great library of knowledge and history of First Nations communities and their healing traditions. The proposed development of an Elders Forum is intended to build on and extend First Nations knowledge to a format designed to inform and enhance community strategies for health, community and university collaboration, and development of public policy. As such, the planning of an Elders Forum will require a close collaboration between community and university partners.
The Investigation of the Effects of Landfill Practices on Environmental Health in Selected First Nations Communities
University Partner: Lalita Bharadwaj, University of Saskatchewan - Institute of Agricultural Rural and Environmental Health
Community Partner: Laura Parenteau/Ceal Tournier
Location: Saskatoon Tribal Council, Health and Family Services, Saskatoon, SK
The potential impacts of waste disposal practices on human and environmental health in First Nations Communities needs to be identified. The majority of First Nations communities rely on local surface or ground water for their drinking water supplies, and the potential environmental and human health impact of waste disposal into landfill sites is potentially significant through the contamination of drinking water supplies.
We propose to build on our community-based participatory research program that is to investigate the historical and current waste disposal sites on First Nations by increasing the community participation and capacity building of Aboriginal students. The increased community participation will focus on getting Whitecap Dakota First Nation, Muskoday First Nation, Mistawasis First Nation, and Muskeg Lake Cree Nation more actively involved in research aimed at the identification and remediation of their water quality concerns. The increased capacity building will allow for us to provide more students a hands-on learning experience both at the laboratories, in First Nations University of Canada and the University of Saskatchewan and in the field, collecting samples.
The Sakitawak Métis Cart – Community Wellness Model
University Partner: Dr. Roger Maaka, University of Saskatchewan - Department of Native Studies
Community Partner: Don Favel
Location: Sakitawak Métis Nation, Ile A La Crosse, SK
Aboriginal traditional knowledge-based methodology will be applied in a community initiated and driven project at Ile-a-La-Crosse, Saskatchewan. The project will address pressing health and social issues as defined by the Sakitawak Métis Nation, with the goal to reduce negative outcomes in the community over the long term. Periodic measurement and observation of community selected factors over a five to ten year period will be used to inform the community as to the success of their efforts, as the community defines success. The ultimate goal of the project is to turn over negative trends and create an atmosphere of health, wealth and prosperity. Community driven and implemented programs to address health and economic conditions will increase the capacity for the community to thrive and grow in a positive environment.


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How to Wear a Black Skirt
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The black skirt can be one of the most versatile pieces in a woman's wardrobe. A knee-length pencil skirt often proves especially adaptable, but A-line skirts and other cuts also work well. Start with a shape that flatters your figure and go from there.
Keep Things Professional
Wear your black skirt to the office, a presentation, or an important meeting. Pair it with clean, tailored pieces and muted accessories.
1Select a long-sleeved tailored blouse. Choose a button-down, collared shirt for the most traditional option, and stick with colors like white or light gray pinstripes. If the skirt has a high enough waistline, tuck the shirt in.
"If you want a versatile skirt that you can wear in a lot of different ways, look for a cotton-blend, high-waisted pencil skirt."
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2Add a pair of black heels to your outfit. Avoid excessively tall heels, and stick with closed-toe options rather than strappy sandals.
3Wear a pair of nude nylon stockings.
4Keep your accessories to a minimum. Stick with one or two low-key pieces.
- A nice pair of earrings or a simple necklace add a nice personal touch without looking too glamorous.
Keep Things Casual
A black skirt can go from formal to everyday when matched with casual pieces. Stick with fitted pieces to keep the look from becoming sloppy and mismatched.
1Wear a fitted tank top or t-shirt. Choose a top in a solid color over one with a graphic. Some graphic t-shirts may work, but you should be cautious when selecting one to pair with your skirt. Avoid baggy shirts.
2Throw on a pair of flats. Choose black flats or ones that match the color of your shirt.
3Stay away from elegant diamonds and pearls, and opt for bright, funky costume jewelry, instead. Think long necklaces in bold colors, chunky bracelets, and large earrings.
4Keep your legs bare. If you need something to cover your legs, opt for black leggings or dark-wash skinny jeans. Avoid wearing nylon stockings.
5Carry your usual casual purse. If you alternate between many purses, then consider going with a large shoulder bag made of durable material over more decorative options.
Glam It Up
Wear your black skirt for a night out by matching it with silver or gold pieces. Tailor the look based on your location. Select a bolder top and higher heels for a night of clubbing, or more conservative alternatives for dinner at a nice restaurant.
1Pair your black skirt with a shimmering silver or gold top. Select a glossy satin or silk short-sleeved blouse for a slightly more elegant approach, or go with an edgy halter top with sequin detail for a bolder look appropriate for the night life.
2Choose a strappy pair of high heels, matched to the color of your top.
3Accessorize abundantly. Think large dangle earrings, jingling bangle bracelets, and long necklaces. Add some color by choosing costume jewelry with colored gemstones, or keep things glitzy by sticking with solid silver or gold pieces and clear stones.
4Wear nude nylon stockings if taking a conservative approach with this outfit. If going a bit bolder, skip the stockings.
5Carry a sparkly clutch purse. Choose either a black purse or one that matches the color of your top. Alternatively, if you have colored jewelry, you could select a clutch in a bright color that matches your jewelry.
Mimic the Little Black Dress
A simple black skirt can be matched with a black top in order to create a fitting outfit for formal and semi-formal occasions, such as cocktail parties and work dinners.
1Pick out a nice black top. Sleeveless tops work best to create the "little black dress" look, but other sleeve lengths may work as well. Search for a top made of the same material as your skirt so that your ensemble blends together more readily.
2Wear a pair of black heels. Stilettos, closed-toe pumps, peep-toes, and heeled sandals are all fair game. Select a pair that looks appropriate for the occasion.
3Add some nice jewelry. Diamonds and pearls work especially well for formal occasions, but colored costume jewelry will also work as long as you stick with more sophisticated pieces.
4Wear nylon stockings in nude, black or lace.
5Carry along a wrap in case you get cold. Choose a wrap made of sheer material, and stick with neutral colors like black, white, silver, or gold.
6Take a nice clutch purse with you. Look for a black clutch or one that matches the color of your wrap or jewelry.
Go for Classic Romance
When matched with other timeless pieces, a black skirt can call to mind a sense of classic romance. Think soft colors and materials for this look.
1Pick out a flowy, feminine top. Look for details like frills, flowers, and lace, and gravitate toward soft colors like white, cream, and light pink.
2Match the outfit with a pair of black closed-toe or peep-toe pumps. Avoid shoes that scream "sexy," and stick with slightly more conservative options.
3Wear nude nylon stockings.
4Accessorize with pearls or mock-pearls. If pearls are not your thing, consider other pieces that have a timeless or vintage look.
5Carry a white or cream cardigan sweater in case it gets cold.
6Consider carrying a small shoulder bag with a thin strap. Avoid large, clunky purses and stick with designs that look a little more delicate.
Go for Chic
The black skirt also works well with many modern looks. Pair it with your favorite trends, tops, and accessories to create a chic, stylish ensemble.
1Select a fashionable blouse with lots of visual detail. Think geometric patterns, polka dots, dashes, or other eye-catching patterns. Do not tuck the top in.
2Tie a black belt or sash around the blouse at your natural waist, just below your bust. Select a solid black belt and avoid complicating the look with another pattern.
3Wear nude nylon stockings if the occasion demands it. If wearing this outfit shopping or to a gathering with friends, however, you may not need stockings.
4Wear trendy heels that you feel comfortable walking around in. Select a black pair, or one that matches a color found in your top.
5Stick with a few key pieces of jewelry, but do not overwhelm your outfit with too many extravagant pieces. Consider accessorizing with one or two simple pieces, such as a chain necklace and post earrings that coordinate with the pattern of your top.
6Carry a large but simple shoulder bag. Avoid patterned bags, and look for one that matches the color of your shoes.
Look Tough
Match the feminine black skirt with a few masculine pieces to create a tough, edgy look.
1Wear a fitted tank top. Opt for black, gunmetal gray, dark colors, or bold colors. Avoid pastels and bright, cheery shades. Tuck in your top.
2Throw on a fitted black leather jacket.
3Tie a belt around your waist, at the top of your skirt. Look for a thick black belt with studs.
4Wear a strappy heel or a heeled boot. Opt for black heels over colored shoes.
5Go with nude nylon stockings over black. Alternatively, you may keep your legs bare if the occasion allows it.
6Accessorize with heavy, bulky jewelry. Think choker necklaces and chunky bracelets.
Wear It During Colder Weather
Don't hide your black skirt in the bottom of your dresser just because the weather is cold. A black skirt even works in the middle of winter, as long as you take a few extra precautions against the cold.
1Select a long-sleeve blouse or light turtleneck sweater made of a fine, thin material. Both patterns and solid colors work, as well as neutrals and colors.
2Go with black tights instead of nylon stockings, since tights are thicker and offer more warmth.
3Wear high-heeled fashion boots. The boots can either go up to your knee or just past your ankle. Either way, opt for a pair with a top that is visible beneath the hemline of your skirt.
4Accessorize as desired. Select pieces that work well with your top.
5Select appropriately dressy outerwear. Think pea-coats, wool bucket hats, and silk or satin scarves.
Community Q&A
QuestionHow long should a pencil skirt be?StayhappyCommunity AnswerYour skirt should hit at the knee in professional settings. In other environments, it does not matter as much, and you can opt for a more fashionable hemline that is above the knee.
QuestionDoes a rose pink top go with a black and white skirt?Community AnswerYes, that will go together nicely. If you have rose pink shoes, that would really tie the look together.
QuestionWhat if I don't have a leather jacket?Community AnswerImprovise! You could wear a cardigan or some other form of outerwear in black/grey.
- If sticking with one black skirt, carefully choose a style that flatters your body type best. Knee-length pencil skirts and A-lines work for most figures, but don't be afraid to choose another alternative if you feel confident in it.
- Buy a few black skirts in different cuts and lengths for the most versatility. While the same skirt may work for most looks, different styles will give you even more variety to choose from.
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- Various dress shoes
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Read all about how I got on with this one, and the tips and tricks I've learnt along the way over on the Minerva Crafts Blogger Network.
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