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[edit] Just gave the car back.
After about 100km, almost all on the Autobahn, what I can say about that car:
Exterior: Citroën took the oddball C4 cactus, toned it down a little, and applied the style to the smaller C3. It's basically designed to be different, but not so different they would lose their usual subcompact buyers. It's acceptably odd, if you will. Looks is always subjective, I like it.
Interior: cloth seats with a texture and look that reminded me of my sofa at home, a bit harder, and with better lateral support. The plastics were nice. The floating screen is sadly standard now. The sound system had dab+ (yeah, I can listen to my favorite rock radio) and decent speakers. The smell of new plastics was a bit overwhelming though.
Ride: surprisingly hard for a french car, even though it was on small wheels (14?), but maybe I've had this impression because I've been driving my very soft 505 a lot lately.
Engine: it had a small petrol engine, I'd guess the 3 cylinder 1.2l. It was pretty slow, the acceleration was comparable to the Pajero, but for a car made for the city, that's alright. Top speed I got was 175kph. Average fuel economy was about 6L/100km, at 93km/h average over about 1000km (I gave the key back with 985km). That'spretty high, but my guess is that the car's mainly been driven on highways, when it's made for slower speeds. An additional gear (5 speed manual) would have helped.
Overall, it's a nice car. I'd get a larger engine though.


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Dr. David Katz, Preventive Medicine: Too much dietary propaganda
As a physician and a specialist in disease prevention and health promotion, I have long been nothing less than sickened by the unending flow of misinformation about food. My job is protecting the health of people, and misinformation about diet and health is toxic to them. It makes me figuratively sick because it makes so many actually sick.
Diet is profoundly important to every aspect of health. When bad, diet is a major contributor to chronic disease, disability and premature death — to say nothing of comparably ghastly impacts on every aspect of planetary health. When optimal, diet is a major contributor to both vitality and longevity, and fortuitously, to sustainable food systems, climate stabilization, preservation of aquifers and the protection of biodiversity, too.
The prospect of such benefits, however, is perennially threatened by the unending deluge of diverting alternatives to fundamental truths about healthful, sustainable dietary patterns. The truth competes endlessly with everything from marketing hype to outright lies, false promises to propaganda.
I spend a lot of time wrestling with the forces that converge where information and misinformation about diet and health come together. This very matter has been germane to the care of my patients all these years, to the health promotion programming my lab has developed and to the basic care and feeding of my own family. Since just about everybody eats just about every day, differentiating between dietary sense and nonsense is the furthest thing from a theoretical exercise. It is practical, up close, hands on and personal. In my family's case, thanks to my wife, we've made our own conclusions about the matter accessible to everyone else, too.
Feeding people well, in other words, depends a lot on reliable information. It depends on truth. Lately, we've all had a reminder that exactly the same pertains to feeding democracy well. Democracy, too, thrives on truth and sickens on propaganda.
We are all bearing witness to this now, as each day brings new revelations about fake news, social media distortions, echo chambers and most ominously — the intercession of a foreign power in the sanctity of our election process and thus our very sovereignty.
For reasons best expressed by Bertrand Russell, it may often be easier to sell lies than truth. However much we may value popularity, it correlates very inconsistently with credibility.
This is pretty dire, no matter our party or native preferences. We've all been told that propaganda is toxic to democracy by no lesser source than the Founding Fathers.
The Second Amendment, whatever its merits, is, inarguably, second. Something else comes before it, because something else is presumably even more important, and that something else is truth. The First Amendment protects the freedoms of speech and the press, and it's not likely to be an accident that the founders gave it primacy.
The founders, and our Constitution, tell us just how toxic propaganda can be: It is the number one threat to the viability of our democracy. In this modern age, I believe it is the number one threat to our personal vitality as well. I am far from alone. Even the National Institutes of Health, in developing a strategic plan to guide all of its nutrition research, includes the distinction between what we know reliably from all the rest among its priorities.
The fundamentals of diet for the promotion of human health really are very clear to just about everyone not actively involved in marketing alternatives. Yes, of course, calories do count. Yes, of course, an absurd excess of sugar is bad for us. No, of course, added sugar isn't the one thing wrong with our diets, any more than saturated fat ever was. No, we will never get good answers to silly questions about diet. Yes, we can beneficially customize diets for health and weight loss, but only in the context of fundamental truths that pertain to us as a species, all but universally.
I have previously lamented that whatever the respective toxicities of bad carbs and bad fats, the ingestion of nonsense about diet by gullible masses is far worse than either. Propaganda is the real poison. As it turns out, it is now a fixture in both our diets and our politics. That leaves me worried as doctor and citizen alike. We are seemingly inclined to look on passively as both we the people and our democracy are fed to death on much the same diet.
Dr. David L. Katz;www.davidkatzmd.com; founder, True Health Initiative


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Critical analysis at varying levels of abstraction, a practical guide
( Toc ) to everyday exchanges intended to widen perception . ( Toc )
A citizens toolbox for everyday use in DIY dismantling of spin, casuistry, sophistry, and mindlessness.
A new 12 chapter book.
Part 1.
A practical guide to going behind the faces of deception.
Understanding; and where necessary resisting, everyday forms of persuasion designed to serve detriments on the individual. Seeing how the abuse of semantics in naming them benefits; to maintain a feel good factor, is totally unacceptable form of living an illusion that serves the interests of power and money.
Universals and particulars. 10
Deductive reasoning. 10
The syllogism. 11
Simplifying the above with Venn diagrams. 14
Six essential rules and two axioms of validity; 16
Deep critical analysis of one paragraph from case study . 17
Twenty rules for disambiguation of sophistry. 24
The antilogism.............................................................................................................54
Preamble to sections of Chapter 1.
The index of the book, substantially completed, being
proof read and mounted, expected release in 2-3 months.
Critical analysis at varying levels of abstraction, a practical guide
( Toc ) to everyday exchanges intended to widen perception . ( Toc )
A citizens toolbox for everyday. DIY disambiguation of spin, casuistry, sophistry, and mindlessness.
The actual index is in wrapped margins like this.
Table of Contents
Part 1.................................................................................................................................i
A practical guide going behind the faces of deception......................................................i
Part 2.................................................................................................................................ii
The past infects the future, Diodorus Cronus. .................................................................ii
Part 3......................................................................................................................................v
Principles from a bubble of water, and a loaf...........................................................................vii
Addenda............................................................................................................................. 197
Part of the glossary
Glossary of terms.
Abduction................ A syllogism, of which the major premiss is certain, and the minor only probable, so that the conclusion has only the probability of the minor; apagoge.
Acausal.................... not causal; not causally related.
Actus reus................ is the act which, in combination with a certain mental state, such as intent or recklessness, constitutes a crime.
Analytic.................... (of a statement etc.) such that its denial is self-contradictory; true by definition
Apagoge................... A demonstration which does not prove a thing directly, but shows the absurdity or impossibility of denying it; a reductio ad absurdum.
Apodeictic................. problematic – assertoric. distinction among the modalities of propositions. A problematic proposition states what is possible; an assertoric proposition states what is actual; and an apodeictic proposition states what is necessary. For example: "A novel could be larger than a dictionary." is problematic. "Atlanta is larger than Knoxville." is assertoric. "142 is larger than 37." is apodeictic. Of clear demonstration; established on incontrovertible evidence. (By Kant applied to a proposition enouncing a necessary and hence absolute truth.)
A posteriori............. (of concepts, knowledge, etc.) logically dependent on experience; not a maxim.
A priori.................... (of concepts, knowledge, etc.) logically independent of experience; not derived from experience.
Averment................. The action of positively declaring as true; assertion, affirmation. OED 3.
Here are some of the titles and chapters from the earlier index.
Table of Contents
PREFACE i
Part 1. i
A practical guide going behind the faces of deception. i
Part 2 vi
The past infects the future, Diodorus Cronus. vi
Part 3 xi
Principles from a bubble of water, and a loaf. xi
CONTENTS 1 xv
Blank Page xix
General Laws, and phenomena. 1
Free Will within Determinism. 5
Outlines of design and purpose. 7
Opaque layered presentations. 10
Part 1. 11
Universals and particulars. 11
Deductive reasoning. 11
The syllogism. 12
Simplifying the above with Venn diagrams. 15
Six essential rules and two axioms of validity; 17
The antilogism. 18
Deep critical analysis of one paragraph from case study . 18
Over twenty rules for disambiguation of sophistry. 26
Part 2. 74
Inductive reasoning. 74
Part 3. 76
Abductive reasoning. 76
Part 4. 79
Instinct, intuition and apperceptive reasoning. 79
Part 1. 80
The three laws of thought. 80
Part 2. 83
Special focus on contradictions and contrarieties. 83
Heraclitus' theory of flux, indicates nothing is the same a moment later! 91
Part 1. 93
Scientific methodology. 93
Part 1. 94
Divergent and convergent thinking in legal drafting. 94
The principle here is excruciatingly simple. Universal and particulars. 94
Convergent thinking in legal tripping. Trapping arguments. 94
Divergent thinking resolves the subjectivity to objectivity. 98
Fluxing the thinking process. 99
Convergent rulings that are absurd as divergent precedents. 99
Daft drafting of statutes replete with nomological danglers for abuse. 101
How nomological danglers are abused, by several councils. 102
The forces of reaction where arguments meet the ambit of a tribunal. 104
Identifying the thrust behind equanimity in countenance. 105
Choreographed choosing of which CPR rules to uphold and which to hold up. 106
Two 'fair and public' hearings more like a pair of public leerings 106
Oh what a falling off was there! 107
Part 1. 109
High Court, County court, PATAS rulings that show fallacious reasoning. 109
How some rulings show design and purpose in convergent thinking. 109
Some convergent rulings block divergent thinking, veiling discernible bias. 110
Part 1. 111
Some techniques used in advertising products. 111
Advertising political ideologies like washing powders. 113
Part 1. 114
Balance of probabilities in reasoning. 114
Part 1. 115
Getting at TRUTH, not necessarily winning. 115
The time honoured old fashion methodologies. 116
The polygraph reinforces those longstanding methods. 117
Brain fingerprinting and seeing thoughts, corroborate near certainties. 118
Acts show 'actus reus' in their traces 119
Omissions throw 'mens rea' into cohesion of the two faces. 120
Lingua lapsa verum dicit, undermines culpa lata. 121
Binding the two into the structure and dynamics of exchanges, and hearings. 123
Culpability is a function of anticipation and expectation. 124
The Mens Mentis of Praecelsus. 124
Culpability, 'mens rea', context, behaviour, conduct. 129
Part 1. 130
Classes and immediate inferences. 130
Part 2. 131
Class faults laid at the foot of individual cases for actuarial advantage. 131
Fallacy of convergent rulings, that are divergent foolings. 132
Interest and Probability, 133
Causation, forseeability and accountability. 133
Part 3. 133
Class misdirection, describing tangential procedures that are inconsequential. 133
Part 4. 134
From 3 above, the overwhelming false cause arguments. 134
Part 1. 134
The art of "suppressio veri", "suggestio falsi". 134
Part 2. 138
The art of what to Omit and what to Commit. 138
Part 3. 138
Balancing the asymmetry of information. Hamlet, Othello etc. 138
Part 3. 147
Some scientific background. 147
Part 4. 148
Identifying features in engineered landscape of profit centred bias. 148
Looking into the dilated iris of depredatory opportunism. 148
The rebuttable presumptions identified in common usage. 149
A real life example 149
Part 5. 154
One of two examples of similar false cause persuasion photography. 154
Angular photography for purpose of gain. 155
Part 6. 157
Two of two examples of false cause malfeasance. 157
Part 1. 159
Unambiguous Contextual inferencing. 159
Part 1. 167
The art of mis-correspondence in senses . 167
How to swear a truthful lie. 168
The literary irony in senses that incense. 170
Frege's Sense and Reference. 174
Russell's On Denoting. 175
The structure and dynamics of a deaf hearing. 175
Part 1 176
Bleaching allusions. 176
Breaching delusions. 177
Impeaching illusions. 180
Unblocking occlusions. 181
Foregone conclusion. 182
Screeching collusions. 184 A short extract in proof is shown below the end.
Page 2 185
Reaching disillusions. 185
Credits, disclaimers and apologies. 195
Addenda. 302
Addenda 1 302
Addenda 2 309
Actual page count including introduction 234. 310
End 310
From page 176, a short synopsis.
This is an extract that is referred to in a thread at Swab on this link. DVLA Money Spinner
4 - An example all too delirious for some, who prefer to look aslant.
This example case occupies only about 3 percent of the book to be released here.
This I have seen, and recorded, and will place on the web most of the 700 pages soon, how errant peccant authority tried this all on; breached about 17 statutes in the process, and made outrageous presumptions; based on their omniscience, and the respondent's 'deemed' ignorance, that were fully rebutted beyond any reasonable doubt, to a level that is shockingly beyond a shadow of doubt. I trust the difference is clear? But of course, the claimant is misguided, The claimant has authorities' own declarations, self contradictions and false representations on their own papers, and still perhaps may be excused for genuinely believing what is KNOWN for certain, and they believe they can force down the claiamnt's throat in a flurry of cognitive abuses. Funny, the Judge in that hearing asked the claimant "did you write all this?", "Yes", How does an ordinary person cope with such a problem?", "They don't, they simply go under."
It's not for your consumption, as you are 'too tired and lack the energy' to look at the face of truth; while suggesting it's mendacity, and describing its features in any terms like 'this stuff', that 'is genuinely believed no doubt.'
So; this is all digression, with apologies for taking the space, if it's too much I can remove it, and place it on another site with simply a LINK that will save all that electronic space that is in such short supply.
It's for the readers who do have the time, inclination, desire and innocence to look into this errant peccant behaviour. Here is a small sample take from letterheads of the said authority to do precisely what the DVLA is pursuing in the course of conduct that has unambiguous context showing reserve of the use of discretion, while there is a 'fine' to win in the debate on superiority of knowledge against ignorance, rather than equity and fairness in justice; in a sense that may be , marked down as 'obs.' in the OED soon. Re-lying on the maxim, 'absence of evidence is not evidence of absence' is among the litany of similar palliations of errant conduct that tries to cover omissions as simple negligence while all the while focussed on the revenue, and not the justice of it.
This is a story based on fact, not 'genuine belief', and there are 'authority letterheads' to prove it. For those who doubt, then can send me a PM, and I will provide a link to the short critical analysis, backed with the 5-6 original letterheads; from the aforesaid omniscient 'authority', showing the first insight to 4 of at least 20 self contradictions that got their legal team all running for the cover of vicarious ir-responsibility. All a bit too poetic for some, who rely on connotations to have their effects, and bury the strict denotations in a mist of association complexes, hoping that one image will misdirect.
Here is the easy read of the first part of bundle one 334 pages, that took the court six weeks to read before issuing the claim.
1.Early Summer 2006, authority was notified of a draft claim prepared showing 4 breaches of statute. After several more exchanges containing false representations; the authority was warned clearly and foreseeably they had no understanding of;
a)the function of culpability in anticipation and expectation, AND
b)had no idea how unambiguous contextual inferencing worked at all.
With this warning, coupled with a comment that TRUTH comes out instantly without deliberation, they proceeded to deliberate 27 days before crafting the following reply containing FOUR further false representations, all within the meaning of; at that time in draft, the Fraud Act October 2006. They went on to satisfy that act into January 2007.
2.Letter. Exhibit 1
"We have reviewed the Council's records in light of your assertion and record that at no stage have we received any representations from you."
First comment; this ( no stage any ) contradicts the existence of the letter they are replying to, why are they even writing to the respondent? You don't even need an exhibit for this 'averment' and false representation.
But if you do need exhibits then here is ONE of FIVE EARLIER letters among some twenty emails; all being "nothing to do with representations at any time".
Exhibit 1 contradicts Exhibit 2 from the SAME author, locum solicitor, two months earlier, stating they are
"preparing a substantive response" ( to representations, what else? )
3.Hence Exhibit 1 contradicts Exhibit 3 , from the SAME borough;
"However despite your stated intention, no formal representations have been made."
Next comment; In their omniscience they KNOW what the respondent did, not what they received and signed for. They were shown the SIGNED DATED STAMPED RECEIPT / DECEIT on THEIR LETTERHEAD, describing the reading of a FORMAL appeal in writing on their own appeal form. ( This respondent was certain for many years, of what the originator of this thread only suspected; in misplaced trust, in his circumspection. )
4.Exhibit 1 contradicts Exhibit 4 from the Traffic enforcement centre,
"an Order for Recovery, which will be issued very shortly"
Next comment; In their omniscience they KNOW they haven't registered the debt and each week the respondent was receiving emails from TEC,
Exhibit 4, saying "Hello the debt had not been registered",
with all the potential of a second time around swing at delinquency in derogation of duty in failure to send APPEALS in SCHEDULE 6, and STAT DECS in CPR 75.3. Putting all this negligence at the door of the post services. A later FOI question was answered that NO appeal or Notice of Rejection was every sent out. Amused ?
When three days later they 'ACCEPTED' the irrefutable; after trying desperately to force rebuttable presumption down the claimant's throat for daring to pay and ask in advance for a hearing, that the respondent was RIGHT; they then carefully overlooked the fact of yet another statutory breach that, in their next letter stating;
1."It is now accepted that you did in fact deliver formal representations to Parking Solutions, together with the signed declaration on the reserve Notice to Owner on 21 July.
Meant the former averments of 'genuine beliefs no doubt' had to be thrown overboard in the rush for safety;
a ) "We note your assertion that the council is in breach of the Road Traffic Act 1991 ("the Act") in that you have been served with a Charge Certificate in relation the above Penalty Charge Notice without first being served with a Notice of Rejection of Representations, Statutory Application and Appeal Form.
b) The Council will of course be defending its position that it has acted in accordance with the Act.
They had now ADMITTED that THEY HAD BREACHED while threatening they were preparing to "of course be defending its position".
And continued into February 2007 to hold on to enforcement 'that was NOT AT THIS TIME, until they pleaded would the respondent please give up his action as they had cancelled their petty PCN, after the respondent had proffered payment in FULL of £100, way back in May 2006, returning it with accompanying descriptions of procedure.
They didn't want this respondent to have a fair and public hearing, under protocol 5 article 6, and denied him MAGNA CARTA 39-40 where 'to NO MAN will we deny or delay JUSTICE' and forget about three stone weight loss for a person registered with them as disabled, under the disability Act 2005? That was all part of the fun in relying on asymmetry of knowledge to extract and subtract illegally!
Now please lets all be reasonable, this is just a game. PATAS call it the 'SCHEME' and the DVLA is the same, but somehow they haven't got rid of the Bill of Rights ......... YET?
All very amusing I guess for the schadenfreud specialists in winning without proof while being peccant without truth. But this kind of conduct can KILL people who are disabled.


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Monday, September 27, 2010
Knoxville Double Century 2010
202.15 mile
13,968 feet of climbing (Garmin 305, Ascent software)
16:12 rolling time
18:22 hours on the course
Trying to sleep the night before a double century is just plain hard. A strange bed, and the excitement of a kid the night before Christmas just does not make for a deep, relaxing sleep.
We'd planned to start the 2010 Knoxville Double Century at 4am, but Ron (spingineer) and Dan (Mr. LanceOldStrong), like me, were excited enough that we arrived at the start early and managed to roll out 15 minutes ahead of schedule at 3:45.
We were among the first on the route, and overtook the two earlier riders about 10 miles in. We'd gone 35 before the sun started to lighten the sky and a group of riders passed us. They turned into the first rest stop, which we ignored, so for a bit we were out in front. It's not a race, so it really didn't matter, and it wasn't a bother that we were passed a lot more as the day went on.
Sometime around dawn I could smell breakfast being cooked. The smell of bacon and coffee mixed with the morning air is a memory stirring aroma. Later, as the sun was going down, I'd find myself on the opposite end of the day, enjoying the smell of wood smoke and the fragrance of ham being prepared for dinner.
At mile 45 I got my first kiss of direct sunlight. It felt good after the coolish morning temperatures. It had been downright warm at our Holiday Inn in Vacaville at 3am, but once we hit the road away from the city I was glad I was wearing a light windbreaker. We knew the coolness wouldn't last, and indeed it didn't seem like long until we were baking. Dan's Garmin registered over 100 more than once before the ride was over.
Riding this long gives one time to be bizarrely philosophical. I found myself thinking about how a double century is a lesson about life. Whatever the conditions are, they'll change. Temperatures change, winds shift, when you can't go on somehow you do and have a burst of energy later. Uphills end and become downhills, Cool becomes warm becomes hot becomes cool becomes cold. Light becomes dark, and on and on.
By the first climb of the day it was already hot in the sun. We'd been warned about the poor road quality on the Howell Mountain decent, so I took it slowly, thinking I'd see giant holes in the road. Instead the road was a delight, with no problem sections and I wasted a perfectly good downhill hammering my brakes to go carefully. Oh well.
Berryessa Road was pleasant, but eventually it turns mean as it starts uphill. But before it got ugly I had a chance to ride along side Chuck Bramwell, the Executive Director of the California Triple Crown. Yep, the guy whose fault all my double riding can be blamed on. If it hadn't been for his neat-o jersey I'd never have been out there doing this ride.
Berryessa Road, once it starts uphill, is exposed to the sun, and somewhat relentless. The only relief is the all-to-brief tunnel and then the water stop shortly thereafter. I wanted to camp out in the tunnel, it was so cool, but we didn't. Seeing Princess Zippy and husband Thom at the water stop was encouraging. It's so good to see a friendly face as you are facing heat, hills, and the dreaded Loch Loman climb.
After a quick stop at the lunch area we started up toward Loch Loman. I'd been dreading it the whole ride. I'd attempted to save every drop on energy I had, hoping it would be enough. Two weeks earlier I'd had to stop twice while climbing it and lay my head on my bars, drip like an exploded radiator, and pray for my heart rate to drop. This time I just rode it. I even beat my group up to the top, no small feat as they are both stronger riders than I am. At the top I phoned home and while I waited for Dan, I noticed I had a flat. I got it fixed just as Ron rolled in.
At this point I'd achieved my major goal and thought the ride might as well be over. My other goal, however, -- finishing -- was still a long way away.
After a shortish climb up Cobb we all enjoyed a long, long, screaming decent at 11% plus into Middletown. What a blast.
After our decent we hit a long, straight flat road where Dan, for inexplicable reasons, decided to crank it up to 19+ and pull a long line of cyclists for miles. I managed to hang onto his wheel because he was careful not to accelerate too quickly, but we eventually rode everyone else off the back. I was relieved when we hit the rest stop and I got to grab a quick fist full of rest and fill up on ice.
Heading toward Lake Henessey and one of the last rest stops is just a blur to me. I was losing my thinking ability at this point. I remember climbing, and climbing, and I remember a wonderful decent on a smooth road toward the rest stop. The rest stop featured, of all things, hot dogs. That's about the last thing I'd want to see on a ride like this, but for many, including my riding partner Dan, it was just the thing they needed. We were checked for proper lights. I switched out my dark lenses to yellow and we were on our way after being promised it was easy from here back. They lied.
We had several climb and decents. Perhaps they would have been easier if we hadn't already ridden 180 miles, but we had. And it was dark. And getting later.
There's something magical about riding in the middle of nowhere in the dark. With no light other than your LED headlight and the spill of other cyclists lights for miles it's hypnotic. You can't see where you've been, where you're going or off to the sides. Your whole world becomes that 50 feet in front of you. Maybe it'll go up, maybe down. You just pedal. Occasionally there's a road sign. During one climb I was sure that I'd had a major and important life changing epiphany when I realized that the most beautiful sign there could possibly be is "Trucks, use low gears."
At our last rest stop we were promised we had only 13 easy miles to go. I'd been sanity and health checked by several folks and had to convince them all I was good to go. I don't think they really believed me. I was deep inside my own head and just wanted to roll, not rest.
The last 13 was a pain that seemed like it would never end. It was too dark to see my bike computer so I couldn't take refuge in the readout that would confirm I was still moving. I was sure at one point we would never really finish. Eventually we made the last turn and were just a few hundred yards from the end. I felt like a cycling god. An old, tired cycling god, but a god none the less.
Dan, who had been a flawless navigator for 201.9 miles called the last turn wrong and sent me down a driveway costing me at least 20 feet of extra riding, but I got turned around and rolled in with Dan and Ron, exactly together as we had started.
Tricia greeted me as I just stood over my bike, unsure about what to do, or how to get off. Eventually I managed to dismount and Tricia hugged me and gave me the best beer I've ever tasted.
That night I was without a clue. The next morning I was still clueless, but added hungry beyond description. IIHOP was, at that point, an amazing culinary experience. Bacon, eggs and pancakes never tasted so good.
Monday I'm still a little loopy, but feeling better and able to speak in complete sentences most of the time.
Let me add this note: Quack Cyclists rock! They had the best support I've ever seen. Great stuff at rest stops, massive amounts of Hammer products, smiling volunteers that know what you're going through and SAG cars everywhere. At one point a guy ran from his car and tossed an ice sock on Dan's shoulders without Dan didn't even slowing down. They were great!
Now I just have to recover enough for the Bass lake double in two weeks….
Injuries: Not too bad. Slightly tired neck, tight Achilles tendons and a weird skin pull from the gripper elastic where my bibs meet my legs. Must have been from all the heat. Oh, and really bad helmet hair.
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- Joel7:02 PM
Curtis, great report and well done! Do you bring along a voice recorder to keep track of stuff? I'd never remember all that, especially after all that saddle time!ReplyDelete
Joel, no recorder. I did that with Davis a few years back and edited into a feature. It's on this blog somewhere. I think I forgot lots. And who knows how much of this is wrong....ReplyDelete
A very find piece of writing. Very fine indeed.ReplyDelete
You managed to capture the essence of the mental, emotional and physical challenges that a doubles rider must endure.
Well done. That took a lot of work to write this so well. Thank you.
- gpelpel9:29 PM
Great read. The photos are fantastic too. Now I know why you chose red for the jersey.ReplyDelete
The tunnel image should be titled: "Heat at the end of the tunnel"
- Anonymous6:36 AM
Thanks for a great write up and photos! You certainly took the right approach to this ride under such heat. Congratulations on finishing under such brutal conditions! The Quackcyclists do rock. I rode the Devil Mountain this year, and but for the enthusiastic and thoughtful support, could have easily DNFd.ReplyDelete
Great report and wonderful photos. I am amazed that you can pause long enough to take them in the midst of that effort. I especially like the moire pattern in the tunnel. Congrats!ReplyDelete
- Anonymous5:45 PM
That was a great description, Curtis. I never realized what a talent you have a talent for writing. Congratulations for finishing!ReplyDelete
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- Beaker9:46 PM
Great write up, Curtis. Your thoughtful commentary never disappoints. And, lest I forget, kudos to you, Dan and Ron for completing a tough ride under gruelling conditions..ReplyDelete
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Vallejo woman welcomed as Touro's new provost
Vallejo Times-Herald
Touro University California is welcoming Vallejo native Sarah Sweitzer as Provost and Chief Academic Officer to join the school Jan. 29, school officials announced.
"Dr. Sweitzer's intelligence, enthusiasm, and talent are exemplary," Touro College and University System President Alan Kadish said. "We are thrilled that she is joining Touro."
Sweitzer "brings more than 13 years of successful and innovative higher education experience to the Mare Island campus," according to the announcement. She began her academic career at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine and quickly became a National Institute of Health funded biomedical researcher, collaborating with colleagues at Johns Hopkins, Albany Medical School, UC Davis Medical School, and biotechnology companies in the Bay Area.
"We are delighted that Dr. Sarah Sweitzer has agreed to come to Touro University California as Provost," Touro University's Western Division CEO and Senior Provost Shelley Berkley said. "Dr. Sweitzer knows our community and is an established leader. Her experience and commitment to education, research, and health care will help Touro's Vallejo campus continue to grow and address the needs of the community."
Sweitzer grew up in a neighborhood near Mare Island, where Touro's campus is now.
Her father was a shipyard worker, as was her grandfather and great-grandmother, the announcement said. She recalls many weeknights spent racing sailboats in the channel and San Pablo Bay before leaving Vallejo in pursuit of her career, from her doctorate at Dartmouth College to her post-doctoral fellowship at Stanford University.
"What an honor it is to join the Touro University California family," Sweitzer said. "I look forward to serving not only the dedicated students, faculty, and staff at Touro in my new role as Provost, but also serving the community surrounding the campus as well. Having spent my childhood in Vallejo, I am excited for this opportunity that brings me back to make a positive impact on the place I call home."
Sweitzer brings a wealth of relevant experience to the post, including helping move
a compound "from bench to clinical trials," at the School of Medicine at the University
of South Carolina, as the Director of Research at Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy,
and most recently as Dean of the College of Health and Human Services at Concordia
University where she helped launch the 3 to PhD Initiative, a unique partnership of
a private university with a public school aimed to address health and education disparities
with the goal of breaking the cycle of poverty.
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Here are the features that make an unblog:
- Pitiful stats - I still look at them, just not very often (my ego cannot bear much)
- Undersharing - a beast rarely seen in social media and blogging
- Reluctance to give advice
- Allergy to lists
- No posts about blogging - except the odd ironic one
- Inability to stick to a blog genre
- Erratic comments - my policy is, comment if you have something to say
- Refusal to post about topical issues or important dates
- Failure to find an audience
- Images only barely related to the text
- No bloggy friends, a complete reliance on real life ones
- Random, unplanned posts at irregular intervals
- Half-baked series ideas that rarely get completed
Now all I need is a thingy (you know, a button) that says "I'm an unblogger" and you could all join the revolution.
OK it's not really a button, it's just a picture. But go on, steal it anyway, just make sure you point the way back here.


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A Visit to the New England Air Museum with Kids
Whether they're excited about Amelia Earhart, the Wright brothers, or Buzz Lightyear, if your children have an interest in flying - or you want to spark their love of science and exploration - get ready to board on a family adventure to the New England Air Museum where real-life aircrafts and interactive exhibits make for an educational and thrilling outing in the Hartford area.
Located in Windsor Locks, just yards away from the roaring planes that land and take off daily from Bradley International Airport, the museum looks unimpressive from the outside; but inside, the average-looking industrial building shelters an amazing collection – more than 100 aircraft – ranging from rescue helicopters to fighter jets, from flying machines to a blimp control car. And the absolute best part? This is an incredibly child-friendly museum, allowing hands-on access to some of its historic aircrafts. Children can even experience a full-motion simulator, but this treat is available only Sunday afternoons.
Go for a ride on the flight simulator. Photo by heybug1 via Instagram.
Always excited to visit this museum, my daughters' first mission usually involves rushing up the staircase leading into the Sikorsky "Seaguard." The model was retired in 1989 and during some 25 years of service, these helicopters were used by the U.S. Coast Guard to save more than 15,000 lives. Children's eyes light up in awe when museum staff members relate such stories of bravery, and then they spend time in the aircraft imagining themselves hovering over turbulent oceans while responding to emergency calls for help. My girls always put up a fight when it's time to exit the helicopter, and yet it is just one of the exciting attractions.
Children also can board a supersonic fighter used to intercept Soviet fighters and bombers during the Cold War, pretend to be in combat mission aboard a helicopter used by the U.S. Army in Vietnam, or master the control system of a ship-based helicopter used by the U.S. Navy. During the warmer months, they can also climb aboard a U.S. Air Force fighter jet parked outside. The ability to sit in worn-out chairs, push an array of buttons, and have any questions answered (the staff here is absolutely wonderful) is a thrill for any young visitor. And, of course, there's more.
Photo by the author.
While some displays might be too detailed to sustain a child's interest, the exhibits in the three hangars are filled with memorabilia and photographs depicting amazing human achievements. Expect to see the Silas Brooks Balloon Basket, the oldest surviving American aircraft, which was built and flown in Plymouth in the 1870s by Connecticut aeronaut Silas Brooks. Children can ponder this accomplishment, then climb in a hot air balloon basket, sit in airplane seats, and learn about engineers who moved to Connecticut and founded Pratt & Whitney, one of the world's most accomplished and renowned aerospace companies. Little ones delight in steering around pedal planes that are replicas of the kind built and flown by the Wright brothers.
Plan on spending time in the KidsPort area where children can dress up as pilots or an astronaut, and play interactive games involving airport procedures and flight safety. Overall, at the end of your visit, you'll be really glad you stopped by. Whether you took the time to check Amelia Earhart's flight path, reflect in the Silent Wings exhibit dedicated to the glider pilots of World War II, or stroll along the timeline of aviation discoveries and accomplishments – your family will most likely want to return to this museum.
Photo courtesy of the museum.
If you're coming for an overnight trip, you will find plenty of hotel accommodations in the area. The DoubleTree by Hilton, the Hampton Inn, and the Sheraton Hartford Hotel at Bradley Airport offer a shuttle service to the museum.
About 15 minutes south, you will find plenty of child-friendly destinations in Hartford, such as the Connecticut Science Center, Wadsworth Atheneum, the Mark Twain House, or the Harriet Beecher Stowe House. On the other side of the river, in South Windsor, arcade games, miniature golf, and a climbing wall await at Nomads, or later in the spring, you can head 20 minutes north to Springfield, MA, and visit the soon-to-open Dr. Seuss Museum.
Of course, you could also make New England Air Museum a fun stop on your way to Boston or New York City, depending on your destination.
New England Air Museum (open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.) is closed on Mondays from mid-September through May, with a few exceptions. Seniors, veterans, and active duty military receive discounted admission.
The building is stroller and wheel-chair friendly, and parking is free. No dining services are offered on site, but vending machine snacks are available, and you may enjoy a packed lunch in a designated dining area or at the picnic tables outside.
Buckle up and enjoy your flight-related adventures!
Top photo: Be an astronaut for the day at KidsPort. Photo by coachdenis via Instagram.


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CRO route for fire sprinkler installers now closed
New applications are no longer being accepted for the CRO (Construction Related Occupation) route for Medical Equipment Installers or Fire Sprinkler Installers.
A new qualification route is now open in order to obtain a blue SKILLcard for that occupation. The phase out of CRO cards is taking place in order to deliver the Construction Leadership Council's 2025 strategy. All card schemes carrying the CSCS logo, including SKILLcard, must only certify occupations with NVQs or approved equivalents.
SKILLcard has worked closely with BAFSA (British Automatic Fire Sprinkler Association) to provide a new recognised qualification, IQ Level 2 Certificate in Fire Sprinkler Installation (QCF).
Ruth Oliver, BAFSA skills and qualifications adviser says: "We have developed a comprehensive qualification route which allows Fire Sprinkler Installers to demonstrate their competence via a formal qualification pathway. We offer a full course for individuals with less than 4 years' experience. However, we have also recognised the value of time served professionals and as such also offer an experienced worker qualification for those with 4 years or more verifiable experience."
Existing card holders can, at this time still renew their Fire Sprinkler Installer CRO card. However, the renewal route will close at some point in the future, the date of which is yet to be confirmed. However, when considering renewal, cardholders may choose to undertake the new qualification which will enable them to apply for a blue SKILLcard.
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Mini Sessions
Mini Sessions are short 20 minute photo sessions offered once a month throughout the year at a discounted rate to my usual portrait sessions.
With the exception of a few outdoor sessions, they are held in my studio and are a great way of regularly and professionally updating your family's photographs. They make great gifts for family members and I try to fit them around special dates in the calendar, e.g. Back to School, Mother's Day, Father's Day, Christmas, Easter and Autumn Leaves.
Once the dates for the sessions are released you can book directly online and as only a specific number of sessions are available, I advise you to book as soon as possible as the dates can quickly sell out.
There are package options below to choose from and additional images can be added to each package at your ordering session.
This is a great opportunity to get some relaxed, outdoor, fun photographs of your family and will also make lovely gifts for other family members. The sessions will take place in Pollok Park and are a big saving of my usual Family Portrait session fees of £350. Do email me on email@example.com if you have any questions.
Please use the button below to take you to the booking page and pay your £35 booking fee.
(the booking fee is to reserve and pay for your session and does not include any prints or files.)
- 3 digital images and 3 6″x4″ prints of the same image
- 5 digital images and 5 6″x4″ prints of the same images
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To book your session is £35. This does not include any prints or digital files and covers your session fee only. It is then deducted from any packages you purchase. For example if you purchase the Oak Package, you will pay £35 to book your session, then £165 at your ordering session for the Oak Package (£200 less £35).
Is the Booking Fee refundable if I cancel?
The booking fee is not refundable if you cancel. I will make an effort to offer you an alternative slot if you can't manage to your booked session but can't refund the session fee.
Do I have to buy a package?
Not at all. If you decide not to purchase a package then all you will have spent is the £35 booking fee.
I'd like to buy more, can I adjust the packages?
The packages aren't flexible, as this is a mini session and due to time constraints, I have streamlined what I offer. You can however choose to add on images, prints and wall art from the a la carte price list. This will be sent to you with your booking confirmation.
Can I bring my whole family along for a session?
Due to time contraints, each session is for a maximum of 3 children and 2 adults. Individual families will have to book separate sessions or one of my regular family portrait sessions.
I don't have children but I'd love some photos with my dog!
Come along! I love dogs and am happy to photograph your furry pals, with or without children.


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You're missing the point After writing my last the post, I kind-of learned that not everyone got my point correctly. For e.g., someone who did not get my point right, took it personally perhaps, and started bashing me and the .NET crowd (as if I was a formal representative or something) over at Google plus.
Anyway My points:- I don't like people from one discipline bash other people and disciplines
**according to the comments on my previous post, and after talking to a few people that whished to remain anonymous, I am not the only one.
Not my points:- Technology X is better than Y. It is about flavors and personal preferences. Productivity and quality has lots more to do with the actual team than the technology choices.
**I've been asked to name the persons and/or groups where I was getting the offensive vibe, but I am not in the business of name calling and finger pointing. The people who are offensive already know that, and they are also very unlikely to change anyway so it won't do any good.
My personal take Maybe I am too offensive myself. Perhaps I should have titled that last post something like "The Ruby train is sometimes a bit too loud". Changing it now will hurt the context though, but I will try to be more aware.
Back to being friends everyone?


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People who believe adopting a healthy diet is too hard are often the same ones who know absolutely nothing about nutrition principles. If you are serious about making a positive change in your life, you must first learn as much as possible to prepare yourself. In this article, you'll learn some tips to help you get the most out of your food.
For optimal nutrition, choose foods that are in their natural state. Fresh foods that have not been processed offer the best nutritional content and contain fewer chemicals and fats.
Junk food can become quite addictive. Getting rid of this type of addiction can be hard, but also rewarding. It's easy to get into the habit of eating junk food over the years because it is designed to provide quick satisfaction. You may continue wanting these foods for weeks after giving them up. There will be a noticeable difference in the way you feel after you start replacing junk food with nutritious, healthy snacks and meals.
Avoid too many microwave meals. These foods are usually very unhealthy, and are rarely cooked well when you make them. Fresh food is always the best way to stay healthy.
Don't just think about broccoli – eat it. One stalk of broccoli contains all the vitamin K you need for the day, and that's only the beginning. Moreover, it contains about two days worth of the essential vitamin C. It is important to eat broccoli, as it may help to reduce development of some types of cancer and aids in strengthening bone tissue. To maximize the nutritional value, prepare broccoli in the steamer rather than boiling or microwaving.
Cut sugar from your life and begin using artificial sweeteners. Excessive sugar consumption can cause health issues, including conditions of the heart. Instead, substitute artificial sweetners like Stevia or Splenda. You will not be able to tell the difference.
In order to bounce back from illness quickly, reach for foods that contain a lot of zinc. You can give your immune system a boost with zinc to feel better fast and to be better able to fight off illness in the future. Excellent zinc sources include pumpkin seeds, peaches, wheat germ, and strawberries. As an added bonus, these nutritious treats are often packed with antioxidants.
Try cutting grains out of your diet. In the past, humans ate only beans, nuts, fruits, vegetables and meat. Grains were not produced until much later, so they haven't been around long. The more natural foods you eat, the better you will feel.
Eating balanced meals are important to ensure you are receiving the proper nutrition. The body needs a lot of essential nutrients to function properly: minerals, vitamins, essential amino acids, and crucial fatty acids. Even though supplements have these nutrients, your body will absorb them more efficiently from food than from pills.
As with most things, the more you know about nutrition, the easier and less-intimidated you'll be. When you are informed about all aspects of nutrition, you'll find that eating healthy is simple. Heed the advice found here, and your food quality will improve along with your general health.


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|You mean I still owe more!
Except this year I'm so lazy that I'm going to amend my returns by using my 2011 Tax Day rant for this year's tax day rant. I'll even throw in a link to my 2012 Tax Day rant (here). I kind of like it this way, it makes me appear transparent! Mitt squawked over giving up any of his returns and here I am giving up three years of Tax Day rants. Makes me feel like a 1%'er!
Speaking of those tax brackets I remember the first year, a few years back, when Shannon and I finally flew off that tax chart in the back of that 1040 booklet. I have to say I felt a little proud. Well at least until I multiplied that taxable income figure by 28% and could only take off a measly $7,940 and then came up with a figure just north of 4 figures. Crap, where is that Cayman islands tax shelter when I need it!
Damn! That sure sucked! Well I'm sure they spent it well. :)
But I just have one question with my returns this year. In spite of all the talk about cutting government spending and eliminating waste on funding stupid projects like fruit fly research could we PLEASE just have ONE wasteful government program where we spend ridiculous amounts of money researching how long a mid-40's white guy (like moi) can keep it up while getting blown by a 20-something, big titied, blond, stripper!
See for me that's a meaningful use and good stewardship of the public's tax dollars!
Ryan's Repeats:
from April 14th, 2011.....
- Ashley Madison – spend more money and allow Noel Bitterman to move into a bigger house thus stimulating the housing sector and helping all the skilled workers that will build the house
- Hotel Industry – Meet more women on AM, spend more time in hotel rooms thus stimulating this sagging sector. And with all the sheets I'll tear up it will help the textile industry as well
- Restaurant Industry – I'm a classy guy, I always like to take my special ladies out to lunch so think of the help here and I'm a good tipper as well so it will help the waitron as well (bet you didn't know the neutered word for restaurant servers).
- Big Oil - Yes, let's throw some more money to the oil/gas sector with all those miles I drive to my encounters!
- Wine Industry - I love to bring a bottle to any hotel encounter, can you say Northern Coast Pinot! Yes, Northern California has been hit very hard by the economic downturn so any California Red's I buy will be a big boost.


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Do you ever think about how you think? You should; it can help you be more creative.
It's surprising how we sometimes come to conclusions. Frequently, my conclusions are drawn from mere associations. I'll witness two events happening in quick succession, like hearing a noise and then seeing a person walk around the corner. And I'll assume the first caused the second—the person made the noise. You probably do the same. At other times, I overthink situations and get nowhere—the ole paralysis of analysis. I dwell so much on a topic, I never move one. To help us be better thinkers, we should contemplate how our ideas come about.
Thinking about thinking is called metacognition. It's an empowering higher order of cognition aiding in the learning process. Metacognition is concerned with how we know stuff. By reflecting on how we come about what we know, we gain a better idea of whether or not we really understand our surroundings. Is Johnny a liar, or does he just look like one?
I'm mainly interested in metacognition because it helps with creativity. Creativity starts with a problem. And like many other things, if your starting point isn't a good one, it's more difficult to get to a good finishing point. Questioning and revising the initial problem helps to generate a more creative final solution.
Here's an example:
Back in the year 2001, young people were breaking laws by the thousands. They were sharing MP3 files through an online file sharing service called Napster. Their actions were illegal because they weren't paying fees to record companies. It was amazing how many people instantly turned criminal. To punish these nefarious people, the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) began suing them. They even sued a twelve year old girl.
Being a typical corporate organization of the time, the RIAA didn't reflect much on the larger issues, nor did they look for opportunities within this problem. But someone else did. His name was Steve Jobs.
Jobs thought the whole scenario was messed up, and he saw an opportunity. Instead of thinking those people to be bad, Jobs rethought the problem and decided he could eliminate the wrongdoing by designing a better system. He believed that if people had a better way of doing things, they would stop being criminals. So, instead of saying "how do I catch and punish these thieves." He decided to improve their listening experience so much they wouldn't want to steal songs. The first iPod held 1,000 songs and fit in your pocket. It also would easily download songs for 99 cents each. You know the rest of the story. Apple is still making tons of money from Job's insight.
To solve this problem, Jobs rethought the problem. Therefore, he could create a better solution.
One of the best methods for artists and designers to become better thinkers and build their skills of metacognition is through process books. Process books are idea journals. They show step in the evolution of a project. I urge students to create them in a story-like manner so when they look back on it, it makes sense. They are structured like this.
- Cover sheet
- Project goal and problem statement
- Variations of problem statement
- A calendar listing all events from start to finish
- Ideation strategies
- Research
- Reflections on research and ideation
- Preliminary designs
- Design revisions
- Variations on a selected design
- Final design
- Final reflection on whole project
Process books help students better understand what made the final product possible. Without the documentation of their process, students regularly don't understand where their ideas came from. But with a process book, it's very clear that a lot of work took place to bring about a situation where that idea could be generated. Knowledge in this case really is power. It is because once you see what led you to an idea, you can replicate it again and again.


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We all know Sunday is the slowest day of the week. You've probably worked or studied all week, partied on the weekend, and now just having an easy day chilling at home, grabbing a coffee with your friends, trying out some exercise, or strolling through a market with a loved one. Getting dressed up isn't an option; instead, you can put together a quick outfit that is effortless, but of course still looks fantastic.
Although fall is a season that is sometimes hard to dress for (icy winds one day and unexpected sunshine the next), it's a season many love for the chance to get all cozy and comfortable in sweaters, Uggs, and beanies. Gone are the days where you can simply throw on a dress and run out the door wearing flip-flops… fall requires a bit more planning and arrangement when it comes to fashion. With that in mind, here are a few options for a lazy Sunday in fall.
Coffee and bagels with your besties
Your friends will understand if you're not dressing like you're part of L.A. Fashion Week, as they too will likely be taking an easy style day. But still, there could be a cute barista at your local coffee shop, so you might want to go midway on the lazy to chic scale. For a breezy fall outfit (we won't make a comparison to the leaves falling outside), we recommend a cool girl-next-door get-up, which could be a red plaid shirt (let these celeb women inspire you) paired with black tights and white converse sneakers. It screams: "Hey, I barely tried but I still look great."
Afternoon stroll through the park or market
For this you may have to try a little bit harder. Lazy Sunday rules still apply, but if your partner (or maybe your cute barista date) has asked you for a stroll through a local park or farmer's market, then just a touch more effort is necessary. It's likely not bitterly cold like winter just yet, so we endorse quilted jackets along the lines of these nice options. They are snug, stylish, but won't make you overheat: that perfect temperature that Goldilocks would approve of.
Going as far as the grocery store
We understand, you're not interested in putting on your best ensemble, but you don't want the store cashier or Seamless delivery person to think you're the world's biggest slob, so what can you do? First off, put on your ripped jeans, a plain tank top, and your favorite, largest, comfiest, warmest sweater you own. Next up, throw your hair into a messy bun, and for the pièce de résistance… UGG boots. It's no coincidence (or maybe it is) that these rhyme with snug, as the boots are lazy Sunday personified. We love the classic Sonoma boots – white fur, brown leather, and so much comfort.
Trying out some yoga
Your friend has been bugging you for weeks about trying out a new yoga course they found, but now that you have no excuse, it seems like you'll have to give it a go. The complete opposite to a sweaty loud gym, yoga centers can be incredibly relaxing and allow you to go at your own pace (it is Sunday after all). But before you see how flexible you really are, you'll have to get your outfit organized first.
A sports bra and simple tank top will be suitable, as the loose fit is perfect for all the stretching you'll attempt. For yoga pants, we think you've got two options: wild or sensible. If you're feeling a little bit crazy, then neon blue tribal print pants are rapidly becoming a fun selection, as these give you a chance to show off a wacky side that you might not ordinarily show in public! Alternatively, sticking with plain black is a solid choice (black does go with everything), and is bound to make you feel slim and sexy.
Going for a hike
Finally, this is a possibility that might not feel so lazy to you, but it really depends on how serious you take it! L.A. has some gorgeous trails not too far from the action, and a light Sunday hike in fall could be your last chance for a while (you aren't likely to do it in winter). So either by yourself to clear your mind, or shared with others, attempting either the Sycamore Canyon Trail in Whittier, the Wisdom Tree hike in Griffith Park, or the Murphy Ranch Trail in Brentwood, will all give you great vibes before Monday rolls around. Now, the outfit. You're not going up Mt. Everest, so you won't have to dress too heavily. However, some sturdy trainers, comfortable jeans, and gray hoodie matched with a leather jacket, will easily complete your 'city slicker giving hiking a go' look.


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Monday September 5, 1921
A good day. Jim & Ben
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tobacco and commenced
on Bens. Josie sewed. She
made Franklin a pair of
pants. I went to Marvins
as usual.
Doris & Janie Brumfield &
Delma Owen and
Christenia Reynols com to
Marvins and bathed in
the pond that the children
has in the branch.
Kates heifer got hurt
this evening. I am
very sorry it happened.
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Sun, 13/02/2011 - 09:46
In the spirit of revolutionary self-education, members of the North London Local of the Solidarity Federation spent a couple hours this past Saturday learning the basics of computer design and layout. In a relaxed atmosphere, we put to good use the skills of one of our members as he set up a projector and walked us through the steps of designing a newsletter before installing the design programme on each of our personal computers (open source, of course).
All attendees agreed it was an enjoyable and educational experience and are looking forward to the second section of the workshop which will build on our basic knowledge and move from the "how" to the theory and good practice of successful layout and design.
This training was hopefully just the first in a series of London-wide skills workshops where members, using the skills they already have, host sessions to spread those skills around and increase the general skills base of the organization. Hope to see you there.
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THOMASVILLE | The feeling was mutual between Matt Jacobs and East Davidson High School.
It just took a while to make things happen.
Jacobs was named boys' basketball head coach Monday, enabling him to return to the school where he helped the Golden Eagles to the best seasons in school history.
"I'm glad to be back," Jacobs said. "Been waiting for two years."
The 32-year-old Jacobs replaces John Cherry, who was dismissed after going 3-21 in his only season at East.
Cherry was hired after Matt Ridge, who is now the head coach of the fledgling Davidson County Community College program, resigned in 2005 to accept a position as an assistant coach at Guilford College.
Jacobs, who was Ridge's assistant coach, wanted to succeed Ridge, but the school could not find a teaching position for him, and he ended up being hired by Ledford Middle School.
When the decision was made that Cherry would not return for a second season, the whole process started again. This time it worked, and Jacobs will teach physical education at Brown Middle School, which is adjacent to the high school.
"This was the only place I wanted to go to," Jacobs said. "I was very happy where I was teaching, but if this came open I was ready to take it."
Jacobs was Ridge's assistant coach for five years and also headed up East's freshman team for the last two seasons of his tenure. During that time, he did not have a teaching position, serving first as a volunteer coach and then as a paid assistant.
"It was just a matter of getting all the pieces to fall in the right places," said East co-athletic director Danny Palmer. "We're very happy to get Matt on board. This was an easy decision."
Jacobs helped Ridge put together the school's best years ever. The Golden Eagles were a combined 57-24 in Ridge's last three seasons. They were 16-9 in 2004 and followed that with a school-best 20-9 mark and Central Carolina Conference tournament championship. That record lasted all of a year as East went 21-9 in 2006 while winning the CCC regular-season title.
"I'm very happy for Matt," Ridge said. "He has worked very hard. He was a huge part of our success, and I know he will take that program to the next level. East Davidson is getting a high-quality coach and, more importantly, a high-quality person."
While at East, Ridge used a motion offense that created many opportunities for layups and was tough to defend. Jacobs intends to carry on with the same concept.
"Yes, we will be very similar," Jacobs said. "Matt has the best basketball mind I've ever been around. He did a great job teaching the kids and a great job teaching me, I hope."
The new coach noted that of the eight returning players, he coached six of them on the freshman team. He also expects them to be able to learn the system because junior varsity coach Kevin McLaughlin has used it.
Jacobs will be the third East coach in three years but isn't concerned because McLaughlin worked with the players the last two summers.
"He has done a great job for two summers without a head coach," Jacobs said. "We would be a lot further behind without him."
Jacobs and Ridge go back a long way. They were teammates on Ledford's 1992 state runner-up team along with Central Davidson coach Brian Hege. Ridge, who played for the junior varsity at North Carolina, and Hege, who went on to play for Appalachian State, were seniors. Jacobs was a junior.
"Matt and Brian were two of the three big stars on that team," Jacobs said. "We had some great memories and that's why I'm looking forward to coaching against Brian."
And his old teammate returned the favor.
"I think it's great," Hege said. "Matt is going to do a good job with that program, and I'm sure they'll be competitive. He's got some good players, and it will be a challenge playing them. We're excited to have Matt in the conference."
East struggled last year after almost all the players from the record-setting run graduated, but Jacobs is optimistic, especially with the prospect of directing the motion offense.
"It will work with anyone," he said. "We can't guarantee wins, but they'll grasp it. It's teachable, and they'll have fun with it. We'll be competitive."
Jacobs, who graduated from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington in 1997, was the head JV coach and a varsity assistant for two years at North Brunswick. He spent two years at Ledford as JV head coach and varsity assistant before joining Ridge at East.
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THOMASVILLE | The feeling was mutual between Matt Jacobs and East Davidson High School.


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National nonprofit Wreaths Across America is working hard to ensure no veteran from the Quad City area is forgotten this holiday season. On Dec. 12th, National Wreaths Across America Day, at 10am Arizona time; live, balsam remembrance wreaths will be placed at the headstones of fallen veterans at nearly 1,000 locations across the country and overseas.
Locally, a remembrance ceremony will be held at the Prescott National Cemetery in Prescott, Arizona, on this day to ensure that the 4000+ individuals buried there, who served to protect the freedoms of our country are not, and never will be, forgotten.
The Driggs family has been sponsoring the event since 2012 when they took over the duties as the Location Coordinator. With help from the Prescott National Cemetery staff, our local Patriot Guard Riders and the American Legion Post 6 Color/Honor guard; together we have worked to make this a meaningful event. Many local groups and city officials come out to participate in the event, such as the Prescott Mayor Oberg and Prescott Valley Mayor Skoog, the Gold Star Families, the Prescott National Memorial Ladies, the Civil Air Patrol, local VFW and American Legion Posts just to name a few.
19 Fundraising groups and many individuals have been raising funds for Wreath sponsorships over the last year. This year the Prescott National Cemetery will have over 850 Wreaths for our veterans.
The Wreaths Across America ceremony has impacted so many lives, mostly to those who are left behind when their loved one gave the ultimate sacrifice for our country.
To quote our 30th President, Calvin Coolidge, "The Nation which forgets its defenders will be itself forgotten".
"The feeling of pride and respect you will experience when placing a wreath for a veteran will stay with you always," said Morrill Worcester, founder of Wreaths Across America. "It is a gift you are giving, not only to the veteran, but to their family who served and sacrificed for the freedoms we all have."
Those unable to participate in the wreath-laying ceremony are invited to visit the WAA website and social media channels to learn more. Follow Wreaths Across America on Facebook at http://Facebook.com/WAAHQ and on Twitter at http://twitter.com/WreathsAcross. The ceremony held at the Prescott National Cemetery can be followed at www.facebook.com/pncwaa
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Wreaths Across America is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization founded to continue and expand the annual wreath-laying ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery begun by Maine businessman, Morrill Worcester, in 1992. The organization's mission, Remember, Honor, Teach, is carried out in part each year by coordinating wreath-laying ceremonies each December at Arlington, as well as hundreds of veterans' cemeteries and other locations in all 50 states and beyond. For more information, to donate or to sign up to volunteer, please visit www.WreathsAcrossAmerica.org


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ESPN personality Jay Mariotti was arrested last summer on a felony charge of domestic violence. Last week he kicked off a "reclaim-my-reputation" rehabilitation tour and I want to go on record. I ain't buying it.
Last August, well-known and well-established ESPN personality and AOL sportswriter Jay Mariotti was arrested on a felony charge of domestic violence.
What is known is this - during those early morning hours, Mariotti and his girlfriend left a Santa Monica nightclub in the midst of a heated argument. This argument continued until the couple arrived at their shared apartment in Venice, where Mariotti allegedly bashed her around to the point that police on the scene found her with scrapes, cuts and bruises all over her face and arms.
I call this to your attention today because apparently last week Jay Mariotti kicked off a "reclaim-my-reputation" rehabilitation tour and I want to go on record. I ain't buying it.
On Feb. 16 and 17, Mariotti appeared on back-to-back episodes of "The Real Talk" podcast with well-respected sports personality Jason Whitlock. Over 90 self-indulgent and extraordinarily pompous minutes (check it out here) Mariotti painted a clear picture of who the real victim in this case was. And (spoiler alert!) I'll give you a hint. It sure wasn't the girlfriend who would wake up on the morning of Aug. 22 looking like she had just gone twelve rounds with Apollo Creed.
In the interest of full disclosure (and independent of my unrestricted contempt for Mariotti), all but one misdemeanor count was eventually dropped and Mariotti pleaded no contest to that charge - deviously and artfully escaping with a slap on the wrist.
A master of unrelenting, visceral attacks, Mariotti has taken on many athletes for the same behavior that landed him behind bars at the 77th Street Community Police Station in Los Angeles on Aug. 21. Albert Belle. Randy Moss. Scottie Pippen. Jason Kidd. And with merciless, shredding words, he left no doubt where he stood on these types of crimes. And I applauded him for it.
When writing about the accusation against Kidd in 2002, Mariotti wrote about the savage crowd reaction as Kidd took the floor in the first game following his (very) public domestic incident.
"Do I feel bad for him? Not really. This is the baggage he inherited, the scrutiny that never will fade."
Well Jay – the chickens have come home to roost. And your baggage is waiting at Terminal 3. If you're looking for redemption or (worse) sympathy, you'll have go elsewhere. You won't get either here.
I had a fascinating phone conversation with Professor Joan Meier of George Washington University Law School – a nationally recognized expert and an award winning researcher in domestic violence – and I asked her opinion on this subject.
"Not knowing the specific details of Mariotti's case, a couple things stand out. The fact that he was originally charged with felony counts make this a more extreme case than usual. And the fact that this argument started at a bar, continued to escalate on the way home and finally came to a head in the lobby of his apartment indicates to me that this was not a typical "heat of the moment" dispute. There was intent. And that makes cases like this especially sinister and exceptionally concerning."
Then why drop the charges?
"It's very difficult getting the victim to cooperate particularly with public figures as defendants. Authorities know that they can't possibly prevail against an onslaught of "celebrity" lawyers without a victim. Like Chris Brown and Rihanna. So they reduce or drop the charges and they plea bargain out."
She's right. And that's a damn shame. But I suppose we all have choices. No one says we have to buy Chris Brown records or read Jay Mariotti's columns. We can do what we think is right.
But here's the thing. I just can't shake the feeling that this guy knocked his girl around and got away with it.
So here's what I will do. I will read exactly one more Jay Mariotti column. The one in which he condemns his own actions with as much fervor as the ones in which he has condemned others. And then he grabs his baggage and says goodbye.
Otherwise, I won't waste my time.
John Reilly is a graduate of Stonehill College and Notre Dame. A frequent contributor to Wicked Local Sharon, he lives in Sharon with his wife, daughter and son.
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Last evening my wife and I went out with our "young marrieds group". This is a group formed when we were all young marrieds in the same church. None of us attend the same Churches anymore but we are all still committed Christians and enjoy each others company every 2 or 3 months.We are now either past 60 or not far off it.One couple were telling us about their recent holiday to Norfolk Island which is some distance off the East Coast of Australia.
I have always been interested in the Island but have never been .As I have an interest in Birds I enquired about the birdlife and discussion got around to the white tern of Norfolk Island.I decided to do some google research and read out the article below out loud to the group.
When I got to the last line I just lost it as it was such understated humour almost in the category of a "dad" joke.
I was crying I was laughing so much. You really had to be there.
The great thing for me though was that 2 years ago on one our outings I was in such deep depression that I did not enter in to discussion with the group at all and was unable to discuss how I was feeling with them.
One of the people to ask me that night if I was suffering from depression was a fellow sufferer at times of the same thing.
She was one half of the couple that went to Norfolk Island.
She was laughing too but the last time our group met she wasn't so good.
God is so good to give us close friends.
As you read this you may not have close friends to support you.
Jesus is the greatest friend to us all.
Reach out to Him and He will bring special people into your life.
White TernThese delightful, graceful creatures are known here as `Fairy Terns'. Snow-white but for their black bills, feet and eyes, they have translucent wings. The terns normally leave the island in May to spend several months at sea, constantly on the wing. However, some appear to have formed a love affair with the valley leading from Bumboras to the Shearwater villas and stay throughout the year. Around August 1st, their numbers swell and mating begins. White Terns build no nest and lay a single egg in a slight indentation in the branch of a Norfolk Pine or White Oak. It was once thought that they used a mucilage to assist the egg to adhere to the branch but this has been found to be untrue. The mother will somehow incubate the egg without dislodging it - you will notice that to leave the branch she drops off backwards. How the chicks hatch safely on this precarious perch is a source of great wonderment. If you look carefully at a tern returning from a fishing expedition, you will often notice up to five tiny flying fish in her beak which she has caught on the wing.
You will often notice two terns flying together, wheeling in such unison that they seem controlled by a single brain. The islanders will tell you gravely that this propensity to fly in pairs is because "one good tern deserves another".


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I own a catering trailer on a permanent pitch. This weekend there is a huge festival happening right on my work doorstep.
Normally, everything i make I cook to order, apart from sausages which i cook a batch of and keep warm in a bain marie and as and when needed i take them out, and split them length-ways on the griddle to crisp up/thoroughly heat through.
I'm in a bit of a panic about Burgers, as these are normally cooked to order. This isn't going to be practical with the number of people attending. How can i go about cooking some off, keeping them warm and reheating to order - i'm terrified i'm going to poison someone if i do it incorrectly.
Any advice would be gratefully received!
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Gina Kirschenheiter and her soon-to-be ex husband, Matthew, has placed their Coto de Caza house on the market, amid divorce news.
The Real Housewives of Orange County couple listed their four-bedroom home for $975,000. The house has a 3-car garage, gourmet kitchen and a built-in BBQ.
Prior to the RHOC premiere on July 16, Gina revealed she filed for divorce on April 2.
"After careful consideration and deep thought, we have decided to end our legal marriage. With that said, we will never end our friendship and will forever remain family," she said in a statement to US Weekly. "We are dedicated to raising our children together in a happy, healthy loving environment. We will be navigating this difficult process with respect and grace for one another. We kindly ask for others to treat us with this same respect and grace [as] we move through this family adjustment."
As fans know, the RHOC newcomer's husband has been MIA as part of her storyline since season 13 launched. Gina claims his job prevented him from filming.
Gina Kirschenheiter estranged husband, Matthew, filed court documents for joint legal and physical custody of their children. Matthew agreed to pay Gina spousal support in his papers, but asked to keep everything he owned before the marriage and his post-separation earnings.
The couple share three kids — Nicholas, 6, Sienna, 4, and Luca, 3.
Gina and Matthew separated on March 30, 2018.
They still look to be on amicable terms, at least for their kids sake, as she posted a video of all of them hanging out last week at a park.
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For the longest time I couldn't figure out what color the foals my mare and stallion were producing. Now it is clear that the foals have inherited Sooty factor, they are not dun for lack of primitive markings, so my conclusion is that they are Sooty Buckskins. The sire is a Smoky Black as he has past on his cream gene to several offspring; eg. palominos with chestnuts, buckskins with bays. However, now my question is how could my foals be buckskins if their dam is a sorrel? Is she a sorrel? If not, what could she be, and if so, what color are my foals. The first picture of my mare and her latest foal, big sorrel? paint and sooty pinto foal. The second picture is of my mare in the winter, you can see she does have very light highlights under her belly, between her legs and than dark hairs mixed with red hairs in her tail and mane. The third picture is of their oldest offspring in his beautiful winter coat, when he sheds he looks the same as the foal in the first picture. Also an important point to notice all the foals mature to have dark mane and tail.
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Smoky Black sire, Sooty Buckskin colt, Then how is the dam a chesnut?
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Tue, 10/23/2012 - 11:38#1
Smoky Black sire, Sooty Buckskin colt, Then how is the dam a chesnut?
Tue, 10/23/2012 - 12:09#2
I think the foal is Sooty
I think the foal is Sooty Bucksin too btw! It is simple, Black is dominant and the Black is coming form the sire. It "wipes out" the visual effect of the Sorrel, so you have a visually black based foal who has one Red gene...does that make sense?
There are a couple of other things the foal could be, but I like Occams Razor answers, so I would test the foal for Cream and Agouti as you know it has Black....
Wed, 10/24/2012 - 10:52#3
As rabbit said, the foals are
As rabbit said, the foals are getting the cream and black from the sire and the agouti from the dam.


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I'm calling a google maps API through Servoy and I'm trying to mimic the same UX as when you're typing an address in google maps. It performs a search on keystrokes that are more than 1s apart using the keyListeners plugin and returns me a set of addresses in an array. I then build a value list using the returned search results. Unfortunately, even though the value list is constantly rebuilding as I type (with keystrokes 1s apart), it's not displaying in the UI. Does anyone know of a way I can have the changing value list values display without doing a focus loss/gain on the text field? I tried recreate UI and update UI, neither of these work.
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Monday, July 22, 2013
Edith Is Very Crafty
She brought great thread projects for us to see. I'm so jealous that she is so good at the bullion stitch! From what I saw she'll have no problem getting a Master Crocheter certificate.
She also tats and does quilting. At her last meeting, she brought in a quilted turtle she had made for her grandson. Karen on the left helped her display the quilt. Edith, on the right, looks proud of her work and she should be. Oh, to be so crafty.
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