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Mindful Organising
My name is Shane McMahon and I am currently undertaking an MSc in Risk, Crisis and Resilience Management at the University of Portsmouth. My research dissertation seeks to establish the level of Mindful Organising present in small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the United Kingdom. The results of this questionnaire will form the basis for my final dissertation.
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Security Risk Assessments: How Do We Actually Do That?
The Safety & Security Science Group of TU Delft is conducting research into the way in which decision-making takes place by individual security professionals. Part of this research is a survey of the most important criteria on which security risks and measures are assessed. This survey also investigates whether and what role security expertise plays in this decision-making process. Everyone who is involved or interested in security in any way is cordially invited to participate in this (English) survey. Participation is completely anonymous and will take you around 10 minutes.
Although the research focuses primarily on security risk assessments, security risks may also have consequences for BC. The answers can also be interesting for a BIA
With a sufficient response, preliminary results will be shared during the ASIS Security Management Congress 2019 and at a BCI local event. Participate and help science!
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Risk management on complex projects
The project is entitled 'Identify Risks for Complex Project ', and will consider the more appropriate risk identification methods in complex project for the UK construction companies aspects related to this subject;
This research is being conducted by Ruiqi Ni, in support of her studies for an MSc at the University of Warwick, and this research is self-funded by the student.
Supply Chain Resilience in the Grocery Sector and how prepared your firm is to various change scenarios (e.g. Brexit; Tech; Environmental)
The survey questions revolve around key factors around your firm's supply chain resilience and how prepared your firm is to various change scenarios (e.g. Brexit; Tech; Environmental) and relate to potential infrastructure requirements or improvements that may mitigate against any risks. Your responses will be aggregated with other collaborating firms - upon which we will share our findings when our project is complete.
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Women at cyber security conferences
We're asking a handful of questions to women and our aim is to ensure more women attend cybersecurity conferences and have better experiences when they do. By answering these questions, please know that you're playing a major role in ensuring this. After gathering some demographic answers, our questions are broken into three main sections:
- Code of conduct and behaviour,
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Your responses will be reviewed and used for measuring the numbers of women at cybersecurity conferences, along with their experiences and driving higher standards of behaviour. They will make the work we're doing on the IN Security Code of Conduct, see http://bit.ly/INSecurityCOC, more valuable and impactful. The IN Security Movement is passionate about attracting, developing, and retaining more women in cybersecurity. This means we focus on your career journey, campaign for higher standards within the field, and firmly believe it's the best industry to be in!


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New car registrations up but car sales still struggling: SIMI
It is the second consecutive month in which the figures showed an increase over the corresponding months last year.
However, numbers for the first five months still reflect a market in which car sales are falling.
The SIMI figures point to a 4.7% increase in new car registrations in May to 6,341.
That compares to 6,055 registrations in the same month in 2018.
However, new car registrations year to date are down 7.6% on the same period last year to 79,343.
The number of imported used cars continues to rise with 9,346 vehicles registered here in May, an increase of 4.7%.
Year to date imports are 3% ahead of 2018 at 45,062.
New electric vehicle registrations continue to grow month on month with a total of 1,902 electric cars registered so far this year, according to SIMI, surpassing the total of 1,233 EVs registered for 2018.
"Registrations for the month of May showed an improvement on May of last year, although the increase in numerical terms was relatively small," Brian Cooke, SIMI Director General said.
"However, sales overall year to date have been disappointing with both business and consumer Brexit related uncertainty contributing to dampened demand for new vehicles. As we move into June the Industry is now focused on preparations for the start of the July 192 registration period."

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Everyone is preparing for a no-deal Brexit. France is making contingency plans for the UK crashing out of the European Union without a deal after Britain released a flurry of technical notices about how the situation would hit all sectors in the nation. The EU has already released its own reports.
The UK's most powerful people are also warning Brits that a no-deal Brexit is a distinct possibility and prime minister Theresa May is trying to play down the risky scenario by saying "wouldn't be the end of the world." But this is perhaps due to her government's belief that especially in a no-deal Brexit, the UK would be able to forge ahead and seal bilateral trade deals with any country it chooses— namely with the biggest economy in the world, the US.
But amid it's focus on the US, the UK is forgetting about one of its biggest, and most vocal, investors— Japan. The UK imports around $13.7bn (£10.6bn) in goods a year from Japan.
In 2016, Japan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs released a 15-page document, detailing how Britain's economy will be severely damaged if it leaves the EU's single market—something that would happen in the event of a no-deal Brexit—and said it would have a natural knock-on effect on investors that have close trade ties with the UK. This was made even more explicit when it pointed out in the note that Britain's success in attracting Japanese investment is derived from its membership within the bloc.
However, two years after that document was published, Japanese investors are becoming increasingly frustrated about how Britain is drifting further away from a deal with the EU and the likelihood of staying within the single market, even more distant.
In the Financial Times on 28 August, the head of Japan's most powerful business lobby group, which represents the likes of Toyota (TM), Honda (HMC), and Nissan (NSANF), said companies are fed up with the lack of clarity
"We just can't do anything. Everyone is seriously concerned," said Hiroaki Nakanishi, chairman of Keidanren, the Japan Business Federation. "Various scenarios get discussed, from no Brexit to plunging into Brexit without any kind of deal at all. We're now in a situation where we have to consider what to do in all of them."
He added that it is even more confusing because "when you talk to the UK government, they say something a bit different depending on who is speaking."
"Please keep the current economic environment as much as possible, including the customs union. If you don't then it will clearly hinder economic activity in the UK," he added.
Japan's warnings
This isn't the first time Japanese officials have warned since the document was released in 2016 that this lack of clarity means Japanese investors have to thoroughly assess what they're going to do about the 1,000 companies in the UK that employ 140,000 people. In February this year, Japan's ambassador to the UK, Koji Tsuruoka, said: "If there is no profitability of continuing operations in the UK—not Japanese only—no private company can continue operations. So it is as simple as that."
He also added later in June this year that while car maker Nissan wouldn't abandon Britain, it will have to make difficult investment decisions in the face of Brexit uncertainty.
"They are not thinking of leaving or deserting something they have been working on for 40-years plus," he said. "There will be difficulty … No manufacturing company I know … has expended their capacity since Brexit because the uncertainty is there."
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A week ago, it became socially acceptable to enjoy pumpkin food again. Happy day! Of course, I jumped the gun and have been cooking and baking with pumpkin since the beginning of the month, but that's beside the point. I can't help it. I don't care how "basic" it is... I love me some pumpkin!… Continue reading Spiced Pumpkin Applesauce Bread
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Healthier Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread
Another post recipe devoted to end of summer fruit! Yay 🙂 Everyone knows that August is the time when everybody's got too many zucchinis. Living in an apartment without space for a garden, I miss that problem! So when Ty and I went home to visit my parents a couple weekends ago and one of… Continue reading Healthier Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread
Cinnamon Peach Crisp
On Friday, I bought a box of peaches. Best day ever!!!!! Look at that color ❤ Are you maybe getting my obsession with fruit? I'm going to miss summer PURELY because all my favorite fruits go out of season. HOWEVER...fall is my very very VERY favorite season! And I'm starting to see some definite fall… Continue reading Cinnamon Peach Crisp
Eggless Peanut Butter Cookie Dough
How was the eclipse?! Wasn't that amazing?! Coolest thing ever. Don't worry, I have a heavens-related dessert in the works to commemorate that once-in-a-life experience. Stay tuned! For today, though, I wanted to share a recipe near and dear to my college student self. Say hello to eggless cookie dough! I know eggless cookie dough… Continue reading Eggless Peanut Butter Cookie Dough
Soft Chocolate Chip Cookies
Happy National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day! Don't you love that there are days to celebrate food?! I do. Pizza in February, doughnuts in June, ice cream (my favorite!) in July . . . and chocolate chip cookies in August. Woo hoo! So of course I made some today. Any excuse to bake, right? These cookies… Continue reading Soft Chocolate Chip Cookies


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Pet food warning
If you feed your dogs Optima dog food, made by the Doane' Pet Care Company for Mars Incorporated, then you should pay attention to this story.
There is an Optima dog food sold in China which has been causing dogs to become sick and die from what appears to be aflatoxin poisoning. Aflatoxin is a naturally occurring chemical that comes from a fungus sometimes found on corn and other crops. It can cause severe liver damage. Right now it's not clear if the Optima dog food sold in China is the same Optima that's sold in the U.S. Apparently the people feeding the food in China believed the food to be imported but the Doane and Mars companies have not confirmed any involvement with the food. Some dog foods in China appear to be knock-off versions of dog foods, so it makes identifying the manufacturer of the food difficult.
However, if you are feeding Optima in the U.S. (or elsewhere) you may want to exercise some caution right now.
Here's the Associated Press story:
Shanghai seller stops sales of suspect dog food
By ELAINE KURTENBACH
SHANGHAI, China (AP) — A local distributor of a popular brand of dog food said Monday it had suspended sales of the product following reports that dogs who ate it had died from aflatoxin poisoning.
A customer service manager at Shanghai Yidi Pet Co. said the company stopped selling Optima brand dog food last week and notified its customers not to feed it to their pets after receiving complaints that dogs became sick after eating it.
"It's upsetting to see so many dogs getting sick from the food. There must be some serious problems," said Gu, who gave only his last name as is common with many media-shy Chinese. (more)
I don't want to be alarmist about this issue but I do take dog food problems very seriously now after the dog food recalls in 2007. The FDA confirmed that a couple of thousand cats and dogs died, and the real number was probably even higher. In that case the culprit was melamine — a cheap protein filler that is toxic to animals and people.
There have been recalls and pet deaths due to aflatoxin poisoning in the past. One well-known pet food company in the U.S. settled a large court case a few months ago based on aflatoxin poisoning.
It's cases like these which have led many people to begin cooking for their dogs themselves or to using a raw diet. Of course, those diets are not totally free of possible contamination problems either since they still rely on food (especially meat) from outside sources.
To be honest, it's just not easy to always feel confident about the food we feed our pets, despite regulations and inspections in this country. I won't go into great detail here, but there are a couple of books out that do detail some of the horrors of the pet food industry.
I think, on the whole, if you are careful you can usually find good foods for your dog, but you have to be continually vigilant about ingredient changes, changes in where foods are manufactured, when companies are bought out, and other things that can affect the quality of the food you feed your dog. How many times have you been happily feeding a food to your dogs for months or years only to see a drastic change in their weight or coat? When you investigate you may discover that the dog food you've been feeding has been bought up by a larger company and they've changed the formula without warning. It's very frustrating. That's why you have to be alert for changes in your dog's coat and condition all the time, even when you're feeding the same food. Even each batch of dog food can be different.
As you feed your dog it's a good idea to keep old bags after you finish them, or at least keep labels for a while. That way if your dog experiences any health problems later you will have something that could be tested, or a lot number and manufacturing date. Sometimes people are not reimbursed for veterinary expenses due to dog food problems because they do not have any proof that their dog ate the food. So, keep bags or labels until you're sure your dog is not going to have any ill-effects from a food.
Again, we should note that it is unconfirmed whether the Optima in China is the same Optima here in the U.S. But until the companies make some comment, you should use caution if you feed this food.
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Is seems like only yesterday, a beautiful spring day is already on the horizon and with only 12 hours of daylight to enjoy it. Quickly I inhale my cereal before congregating outside with the rest of my friends for a marathon of outdoor activity. Anything and everything is on the agenda. Home run derby, a […]Read More
When I started working out with Jason I thought I was in shape. I had finished a few triathlons, ran 10k's, half-marathons, and one marathon. I had lost 35 lbs mostly through exercise and diet modifications. THEN I GOT STUCK. I could run a marathon but I wasn't in very good shape. I had learned […]Read More
What image do you think of when the subject of fitness is brought up? Do you envision going to the gym, hopping onto a cardio machine, and zoning out for the next hour. Or perhaps you're more of a Monday is Chest/Shoulders Tuesday is Back/Biceps kind of person. While either approach is effective and may […]Read More
As a trainer I'm constantly asked about what supplements are the best… particularly for fat loss. Now I'm always a little leery of products with terms like "shredd"…"thermoboost"…"lipozene"…etc. The reality is that many supplement companies do an effective job at marketing their product as the miracle breakthrough to monumental fat loss…the holy grail if you […]Read More
TRX – Single Leg Burpee Pushup Combo
What's not to love about this exercise? It comes with numerous benefits and brings a total body challenge to balance, strength, power, and endurance! This exercise is great for plyometric training, metabolic conditioning, and/or endurance training. As a prerequisite you should be able to perform at least 15 suspended lunges with relative ease, do 10 […]Read More
Few stories have resonated more with me than "The Iron" by Henry Rollins. Henry Rollins is an American spoken word artist, writer, journalist, comedian, publisher, actor, radio DJ, activist and musician. Not only is the story motivating, but Mr. Rollins perfectly shows the parallels between lifting and the life's lessons. Want to develop true character, […]Read More
This is one of my favorite TRX exercises. Primarily for it's challenges to the core and upper body. Before attempting this exercise there are obviously some things that you need to consider… First is core stability. As a prerequisite you should be able to hold a plank with your feet suspended in the TRX at […]Read More
Too many of us go day to day and simply let life "happen to us." The reality is we all have the ability to create our lives. If you want a better relationship, career, physical health/body, etc, you must take the time to visualize exactly what you want and "Create a vision" for it. Creating […]Read More
This total body exercise is one of my favorites and has numerous benefits: Increased Shoulder Stability Increased Core Strength Upper Body Strength, specifically in the chest and back Lower Body Stability and Strength Increases Cardiovascular Endurance It's best to implement this exercise early in the workout (after warm up) due to the it's high energy […]Read More


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Meet our photography director, Jacqueline Bates.
Last month's column — our first — took you behind the scenes of our live series, Pop-Up Magazine, as we were getting ready for our first national tour. I hope you were able to catch one of the shows. If not, head to popupmagazine.com and get on the mailing list. We loved taking our stories on the road. We'll do it again soon, and folks on the mailing list will be the first to know.
So, we started this column to share with you how stuff gets made here. You've probably noticed that we love photography. Meet Jacqueline Bates, our photography director:
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Interoperability of Devices
The Connected World (IoT) relies on products to exchange, share, and interpret data. Interoperability ensures all components work together according to requirements and expectations for performance, security, and data integrity. Interoperability verifies products and systems will form an integrated solution, enabling seamless communication with one another within an ecosystem.
Intertek's expert team of test engineers are trained to evaluate factory-installed and aftermarket off-the-shelf "Smart" / Connected IoT products for performance, interoperability, and claims. Our engineers can install and integrate any combination of products and networks within our labs to validate seamless operation.
Providing a full-suite of interoperability services for the Connected World, Intertek provides total quality assurance with objective results further widening your competitive advantage and closing competitive gaps.
- Reliability of the application or device
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- Compatibility with other devices or networks
- Out of box testing for first time users
- Identify defects throughout common use cycles
Download our complimentary webinar on Interoperability
Interoperability testing can cover a large space which includes Hardware, Software, Networks and legacy products.
While these are often viewed as separate efforts interoperability testing considers as many of the various that occur with product testing cycles and combines them into a unified test effort.
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Manual Testing
Manual testing can be the most thorough effort in the test process. Recreating the user experience can identify key defects that can be missed in the automated process. Manual testing has great success in detecting issues in an application before being sent out publicly. Performing manual testing in house can often lead to delays due to the resource requirements. Utilizing a 3rd party like Intertek allows teams to offload that effort and take advantage of the scaling and expertise while your team focuses on other tasks.
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Black Box testing covers the identification of issues occurring outside of the development team. Identifying incorrect entry points or interface errors. Black Box testing takes the position of a potential user to help identify areas that may not be identified in an automated evaluation. Because many teams aren't focusing on creating specifications for Black Box testing it can be difficult to cover many parts of the application; Intertek can assist with defining test criteria based on our test results and expertise.
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There are many applications that perform similar functions in the application stores today; many compete for the same users. Comparison testing can help identify the strengths and weaknesses that your product has over your closest competitors while also giving insight into what advantages your competitors may have. As an independent resource; Intertek can help provide testing and validated comparison data that can help drive features and product quality forward.
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AVConference 1.2 - Flash Video Chat Software for Video Conferences
AVConference 1.2 is a fully featured flash audio video conference software that runs in the browser like any other flash application. It has an intuitive and easy to use(drag&drop) flash user interface. It supports many 2 many real time audio and video streams with automatic webcam and mic detection. It has an enhanced text chat with bad words filter and formatting options. There is also a users list with gender/camera/mic/admin icons, rooms support with private and public rooms.You can limit video time and video speed for users, you ca also limit the number of simultaneous incoming video streams they can watch. It has a separate moderator interface from where you can kick and bann users, delete and create rooms. It keeps text logs of the text chat on the FMS/Red5 server for later review.Visit publisher site: AVConference 1.2 - Flash Video Chat Software for Video Conferences
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Wednesday, September 11, 2013
Freshly Made Sketches Challenge #103
Happy Wednesday! I hope everyone is having a great week! Caleb is loving school. Jacob still hasn't started his regular schedule. I'm counting the minutes until Friday!!! Friday is pantry cleaning day!!!!
Today brings us a few sketch at Freshly Made Sketches! This week's hostess is your's truly. I have been feeling highly uninspired these days. The card above is actually my third attempt at the sketch. Seriously. The first one was just so bad I didn't finish it. The second one you can see if you keep scrolling down...ugh.
Cardstock: Whisper white, Strawberry Slush, Daffodil Delight, Island Indigo, Pool Party
DSP: Quantrefancy Specialty
Stamps: Itty Bitty Banners
Ink: Basic Black
Other: Basic Rhinestones, Beautiful Wings Embosslit, Bitty Banners Framelits, Dimensionals
Here's card #2....
Cardstock: Basic Black, More Mustard
DSP: First Edition
Stamps: Thank You Kindly, Field Flowers
Other: Basic Pearls, Black Ribbon, Dimensionals
Here are the boys back to school photos...finally! They're growing up too fast! Thank you MDS for these great signs!!!!
Thank you so much for stopping by today! I hope you're able to join our little challenge this week! We sure do love seeing those fabulous entries!
Head over to the blog to see the amazing cards the design team has come up with! I honestly think this is the best design team out there! I am so thankful to be able to call this great group of ladies my friends!
Have a wonderful day!
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Wow two for on day! Two beautiful cards and two adorable boys! They are growing fast!ReplyDelete
I love them both, Jen! Great sketch for the week! What adorable pics of the boys! :-)ReplyDelete
I love both of your cards Jen! Butterflies and bling - perfect match! And the mustard and black are a stunning color combo!ReplyDelete
Butterflies in flight are always a good choice. Especially when they can be so colorful and covered in bling! BTW both cards are pretty fantastic!ReplyDelete
Well, the third time was definitely the charm -- love the bling-y butterflies. However, I'm not sure why you weren't happy with card #2 -- I love it! This was a fabulous sketch, which I'm sure I'll use again and again. Your boys are adorable, and yes, they grow up much too fast.ReplyDelete
Hey Jen, I love both the cards you stamped and your son's pics are cute too. Thanks for your comment on my card too.ReplyDelete
Hi Jen! These are GREAT! On the first one, I love how none of the butterflies are the same; different designs, different colors, and different sizes! Very smart. And that second card is just irresistibly ADORABLE. Great job!!ReplyDelete
Oh your cards are stunning! It was actually your beautiful butterfly card that made me want to do this challenge :) It was the one I used for my inspiration. Your work is really nice. Your back to school boys are darling too!ReplyDelete
Oh my gosh, girl! I can't believe you nixed the second card! Both are incredibly gorgeous! You don't have a clue as to what lack of mojo is! I don't think it's possible for you to make a bad card! Thanks for the great sketch this week. I think you can tell by the gallery what a truly wonderful sketch it is and how much inspiration it provided.ReplyDelete
I LOVE the butterfly card so so SOOOOOOOooo much! It's totally going in my inspiration folder. :)ReplyDelete


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We are excited to announce we're hosting the 3rd Annual American Heroes in Action Fundraising Banquet, in Denver, on Saturday, April 27th, 2019. Doors open at 4:30 PM with free beer from Coors. Buy your raffle tickets, play some games, and bid for what you want in the silent auction. Dinner, your choice of steak or salmon, will be served at 6:00 PM and the live auction starts at 7:00 PM You could buy or win guns, hunting trips, fishing trips, outdoor gear, art work, jewelry and so much more.
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The TMG staff celebrated Halloween with an office party at our Gaithersburg headquarters and happy hour at Applebee's. Launch tenants decorated their doors and kids were invited to the office for trick or treating. Yobana Ballesteros in Accounting, dressed as a Disco Diva, won the costume contest by a landslide! Thank you to Chris Pray in Pricing for winning the Applebee's happy hour for TMG!
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Full Programme:
Students participate in a choir, a supporting studies class, and where appropriate, at least one instrumental ensemble. They have a 30 minute one to one individual lesson on their chosen instrument/voice/composition (lessons can be extended to 45 or 60 minutes when appropriate, but at extra cost).
NB: Students on the Full Programme can have additional instrumental lessons outside of CYM but they shouldn't be the same instrument as the one they have individual lessons on at CYM.
Core Programme:
As Full Programme but without an individual lesson.
Ensemble Only:
Students participate in one or more ensembles only – particularly appropriate for more advanced players.
Prelude Strings:
An afternoon ensemble (2.00pm – 3.30pm) for young string players at Grade 1 to 2 level. The focus is on ensemble skills, the development of reading notation, practical musicianship and consolidation of good technique.
Primary Years Programme:Primary Years Brochure Primary Years Application Form Equal Opportunities Form
A starter music course for children in School Years 1 & 2 to encourage children to explore the joy of making music. In the first year they will acquire the simple skills and fine muscle control necessary to develop technical proficiency on an instrument. Singing, rhythm and movement activities will teach an instinctive connection between what these young musicians do with their hands, their voices, their eyes, their ears and their intellect. This sense of connection is the crucial foundation for a rich life-long experience of music.
Saturday Ensembles & Choirs
Ensembles are progressive and work across departments, covering a range of musical styles and working toward informal performances at the end of each term. At the end of the Spring Term the CYM Chamber Concert and Annual Showcase Concert take place and CYM receives frequent invitations for ensembles to take part in external performances.
All CYM students up to the end of Year 9 sing in one of the choirs. Singing "is the basis of all music" (Alfred Brendel) and significantly contributes to musical development. A wide range of musical styles is included and there are often opportunities for external performances.
Saturday Centre Application Form Equal Opportunities Form
LSSO / LSCO / LYWB / Summer School / Revision Days
In addition to the main Saturday Centre the Centre for Young Musicians organises a range of Holiday Courses, which are open to all of London's young musicians regardless of attending CYM during term time.
Please see below to download application forms for LYWB & LSSOLYWB Application Form LSSO Application Form
Revision Days April 2019
In April 2019 we will be running a Grade 5 Theory Booster Day and a GCSE Music Revision Day. To apply please complete one of the application forms below and send back along with an equal opportunities form:G5 Theory Booster Day GCSE Music Revision Day Equal Opportunities Form
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And that was March. An averagey month in terms of things going on, with a lot of my attention this month going to my 7000-word tirade over Penguin's behaviour in the spat over the Ladybird parodies. But that's enough of that. I can't keep banging on about this. I've got other things to catch up on. Let's take a look at what's been happening.
Mice and Men
Saw this play earlier in the month, and I would have written the review by now, only I got held up by other things, such as 7000-word triade about Penguin's behaviour over- … hang on, I think I already mentioned that. Anyway, the review will be coming shortly, but I can advise you it's going to be my first glowing review of 2016. I've never seen John Steinbeck's play before, but it is a masterpiece, and Birmingham Rep and Touring Consortium did an excellent job between them – especially the staging.
I will be saying more about its many strengths (and the odd weakness) in the review. In the meantime, a totally irrelevant bit of trivia. One of the ensemble actors, Samantha Hopkins, was someone I remember meeting eight years ago at the Edinburgh Fringe. She was in a show called Innvolution, and she was on the Royal Mile as a sex robot, somewhat in the style of an fembot from Austin Powers. I think I asked her what the capital of Ethiopia was, and she answered "I am not programmed to know the capital of Ethiopia, I am programmed for sex." (Presumably all the answers were like this one.) So I ended up seeing the show expecting a bit of light entertainment, but the play was surprisingly good. It was set in a dystopian future where the Faith Party rules the country, people with genetic defects are otracised, and genetic cures are possible and illegal. "Gemma", as the robot is known in the play, starts off a robot with a one-track mind, but gradually becomes more human as the story goes on. Just a blast from the past there. Small world.
Please bear with me, proper review is coming shortly, I promise.
Caroline Horton becomes a writer in residence
Staying on the subject of both Birmingham Rep and people I saw at the Edinburgh Fringe years back, a bit of significant news about rising star Caroline Horton. Live Theatre regulars should be familiar with her; for those who don't, she rose to prominence with two excellent and universally acclaimed plays doing the fringe circuits: You're Not Like the Other Girls Chrissy, the true (and lovely) story of her French grandmother in the war, and Mess, on her own experiences with anorexia. Then came Islands, a play about tax dodging which came as a disappointment to many people, although there was a substantial niche of people who liked this. I suspect this niche was a strongly left-leaning audience who already didn't like big corporations, but I suppose I prefer this to those, oh, I don't know, left-leaners who think that big corporations can't possibly to anything wrong, and leap to the defence multinational publishers and decry the small-time artists they sue – sorry, got sidetracked there. Must stop obsessing over this. We were discussing Caroline Horton, weren't we?
So, I met Caroline Horton last month and she acknowledges that Islands isn't for everyone, which seems fair enough. But if she really did once worry that Islands was going to kill her career, she needn't have. She's been made the first Writer in Residence of Birmingham Rep. Opportunities like this are of course dependent on whether you trust the theatre company do do your work justice, but if Mice and Men is representative of what they do, it should be in good hands.
I did actually chat to her about her next project, presumably to be done under Birmingham Rep's banner, but sadly I cannot tell you what is it because it's still under development and not yet public knowledge (and this blog respects embargoes). Also, I've somehow managed to completely forget what it was she told me, only that it sounded interesting. I think I can safely say that this next project probably won't be like Islands, but neither will it be like the earlier work. Looking forward to finding out more.
Newcastle City Hall saved?
Now let's turn attention to Newcastle. Newcastle theatre fans will be aware that theatres across the city have been facing an uncertain future in the face of cuts, but the venue in the most danger was the music venue Newcastle City Hall. Outclassed by the Metro Radio Arena for size and the Sage Gatehead for prestige, it seemingly lacked the niche you need to survive a squeeze. Is City Hall no longer viable? Well, Newcastle Theatre Royal doesn't think so, because it's just been announced they're taking over management of the venue. (Note: it was announced on April 1st, but don't worry, it was after 12.)
City Hall is not out of the woods just yet. Takeovers doesn't guarantee a business will be saved, only that the buyer believes it can. But Newcastle Theatre Royal looks like the best possible hands for City Hall to be in. In spite of the Theatre Royal losing its own grant from the council, they're running pretty much business as usual. If they can run a large music venue as successfully as they run a large theatre, there'll be light at the end of a tunnel for the Newcastle venue we thought we might lose.
Hey, look, wrote a who section without banging on about Penguin Random House. Not so obsessional, am I? Oh, wait, yes I have, right now. Never mind, moving swiftly on.
RSC's Play for the Nation
The other thing going on at Newcastle that almost escaped my attention was the Royal Shakespeare Company's "Play for the Nation". I didn't see this as Shakespeare's not really my thing, and it was on a busy time for me with me tied up with things such as writing all about the ethics of Penguin Random house – oh, did I mention what they were up to … oh, yeah I think I did mention that. Several time. Sorry. Anyway, back to the RSC. Even though I didn't see it, it grabbed my interest because this production of A Midsummer Night's Dream worked with amateur groups. Working with a different group every week, they spent two weeks at Northern Stage, one with the People's Theatre, and the other with The Witham at Barnard Castle.
This is not the first time there's been amateurs in a fully professional production, and most of the time it's a resounding "meh" from me, because they're usually the piddliest of bit parts. Not this time. The actors from the People's and Witham played the Mechanicals, who have quite a significant part in the play. And yes, that includes Bottom, one of the major characters in the play.
However, there's one small but interesting detail that's been overlooked. According to their publicity, the play is an arrangement developed between the RSC and Equity. The issue of amateurs in professional productions is a thorny one: professionals obviously don't want unpaid amateurs taking their jobs, and Equity has a job to do protecting their livelihoods. In recent years, however, they been quite pragmatic in responding to arts cuts, often allowing professional productions to cast amateurs if and when they it's a choice of that or no production at all. So one might assume that this amateur/professional collaboration was done with Equity's blessing.
Not quite. The agreement made in the end was the the amateurs would be paid approved Equity rates for the time spent rehearsing with the RSC director (but not the rehearsals in their own societies). And from the sound of it, this was a begrudging compromise rather than a wholehearted agreement, and it sounds like it was swayed by a worry of putting actors out of work if it was cancelled that late in the day. But budgets are tightening and we can expect to see more collaborations like this, if not out of choice, but out of necessity. It will be interesting to see how Equity reacts to the next play like this one.
The return of Smurthgate
There's a long-running stance in this blog again censorship of artists, just in case you missed the stuff about Penguin being litigious bastards, but before that one thing I took issue with was Kate Smurthwaite's show The Wrong Sort of Feminist – not so much the show itself, but more that I wasn't convinced her free speech stance was consistent with her campaign against Frankie Boyle's shows. However, I'm not interested in this right now. Instead, I'm interested in what's been happening between Kate Smurthwaite and Goldsmith's Student Union. It's not clear what exactly happened last year; for what it's worth, I get the impression it wasn't so much censorship as a catalogue of misunderstandings, needless confrontation and avoidable escalation. But that doesn't matter now. Kate Smurthwaite was supposed to return to Goldsmith's last week, after things had been smoothed over, with a free ticketed event – only for the event to be sabotaged by people who block-booked all but six of the tickets and never turned up. This time, there's no question it was censorship.
I am the last person to defend Kate Smurthwaite after my previous run-in, but on this occasion, I must side with her and condemn what's happened, so should you. I've added an update to that article, where I go into some more detail about Goldsmith's shabby pro-censorship track record. I must admit it it does feel good to grab the moral high group and be a smug self-righteous prick over this, but seriously, this is beyond score-settling. A lot of artists are dependent on free tickets events, and censoring them by hogging tickets from people who want to see it is unacceptable – and if you condone it for one person, you legitimise it for everyone. And if you don't speak for other people, they won't speak up when it happens to you.
A new Horizon for Sparkle and Dark
And finally, I couldn't close this without mention what utter bastards they are at Penguin – sorry, got mixed up, meant to say I couldn't close this without mentioning what Sparkle and Dark have been up to. If you've been hearing about I Am Beast and you're waiting for the next tour, the good news is that there is a tour coming, but the bad news is that, for some reason, it won't be until 2017.
But in the meantime, here's a completely different project they've been working on: a teaser for an episode of BBC Horizon. Been a long time since I've seen them do shadow puppetry, but they've not lost their touch. Only slight pity is that they weren't credited, which did seem a bit ungenerous of them. But never mind, here's their video for you to enjoy.
The month in blog posts:
And finally, here's what I wrote about in March.
Live Lab and Gated Community: A roundup of three new plays I saw at the beginning of the month at Live and Alphabetti.
Shafted: 2016 is the new 1985: My thoughts on John Godber's much talked-about play he finally wrote for himself and his wife.
5 tips for performing at a fringe (which no-one ever follows): My list of bad habits fringe performers learn to live with.
Why I don't believe Penguin's side of the story: My tirade against how Penguin treated Miriam Elia. In case you don't already know about it.
And that's it. Anything else left to say. Oh, did I forget to say Penguin are a load of money-grabbing bastards? Nah, think I've covered it, not sure where. Welcome to April, see you when it's over.


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The chief executive of Scotland's leading network of voluntary organisations has issued a damning verdict on the UK government's devolution plans.
The critical comments came from Martin Sime, chief executive of the Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations (SCVO), following the publication of draft legislation on more powers for Scotland published on 22 January 2015.
"The piecemeal proposals put forward by the Smith Commission were never going to translate into coherent legislation, so we're not surprised by today's disappointing and incoherent offerings," declared Mr Sime forthrightly.
"[These proposals] simply will not create an enduring settlement or the fundamental change and greater social justice that so many people in Scotland want. Political fixes are not the way to develop devolution," he continued.
"The fatal flaw in all of this is the failure to make it a people-led process. To be successful, we need to pursue bottom-up devolution steered by what people in Scotland actually want.
"We need to find a way to open up debate to people and communities in Scotland if we're going to reach a settlement on more powers that will stand the test of time and make a real difference to people's lives. This is not a good starting point, nor will it endure", said Mr Sime.
Other NGOs and civic organisations have also been critical of the command paper put forward by the Conservative Party, the Labour Party and the Liberal Democrats at Westminster.
SCVO members are not bound by Mr Sime's, views, but they are likely to provoke lively discussion.
The Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations (SCVO) is the national body representing the interests of charities, voluntary organisations and social enterprises.
The Scottish 'third sector turns over £4.9 billion a year and employs 138,000 people in over 45,000 organisations.
The 2014 Scottish referendum on independence created an enormous political momentum at the grassroots across the country.
But the Smith Commission process excluded meaningful public participation because of an unrealistic timetable imposed by the desire of the three large UK parties to make good on a hastily-scripted 'vow' to deliver 'substantial powers' to the Scottish parliament.
The aim, to persuade people to vote against self-government, is largely adjudged to have been successful. However, polling indicates that many 'No' voters to independence are less than happy with what has transpired since.
* Proposals for further devolution of powers to Scottish Parliament by three Westminster parties: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/proposals-for-further-devolut...
* Scottish civic groups unimpressed by Westminster devolution plans: http://www.ekklesia.co.uk/node/21349
* Ekklesia submission to the Smith Commission on devolution to Scotland (31 October 2014): http://www.ekklesia.co.uk/node/21086
* The Smith Commission: what we said and what has happened (Simon Barrow, Ekklesia): http://www.ekklesia.co.uk/node/21100
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Liking Biking, Except It's A Pain In The B**t
June 11, 2010 at 8:27 pm 1 comment
As I get more addicted to cycling I'm taking longer rides, and I pay for it out the other side…the backside, to be precise.
After a little research I realized that my cruiser saddle is probably the issue–the wide cushy back of the seat puts pressure on my coccyx. The rest of my nethers are fine FYI, or TMI perhaps–but I'm reluctant to buy a more ergonomic saddle because, well, let's face it: ergonomic saddles with cutouts for your tailbone don't come in cute painted patterns like the saddle that came with The Bridal Bike.
So I tried moving my seat forward a little today, and it did seem to help–rode ten miles with reduced pain, though this might also be because I'm riding more frequently and building some strength/endurance, even around the bony bits.
Also experiencing reduced thigh pain this week; I have implemented a post-ride protocol that I believe helps. As soon as I get home, I lie on the floor with my legs up against the wall or on a chair, for 5-10 minutes. I learned this from a marathoner back when I ran some; the theory is "draining" the legs after exertion helps move soreness agents out (the lactic acid theory of soreness has been debunked, but some other mechanism might be triggered by reversing the blood flow after a long haul, I dunno.) Maybe it's a blood pressure thing, maybe placebo, who knows, but I like it. After a ten-miler you deserve to lie down for a few minutes, don't you think?
So listen you other oldtimers: get out there on the road! Don't worry if your bones bark a little at first–that's going to happen with any new exercise once you're over 30. If a nearly 50-year-old broad with previous injuries and orthopedic problems like myself can start a cycling program, so can you. Roll on, and see you on the bike path!
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My bike seat is fairly comfortable unless I extend my ride to an hour or more. There are many kinds of seats available for bikes. You may be better off with a gel padded one or a different shape. I've seen a shape that is more like a bench seat than the traditional saddle seat.
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Getting involved in your teen's homework routine can help your teen develop discipline and problem-solving skills. Your support can help ensure success in school and beyond. Homework helps students:
Review and practice what they've covered in class,
Explore subjects more fully than classroom time permits, and
Extend learning by applying existing skills to new situations.
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The right amount of homework depends on your teen's age and skills. The US Department of Education suggested that teens study and work on homework for at least an hour each day. If you are concerned that your teen has either too much or too little homework, talk with his or her teacher.
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Here are some ways to help your teen with homework.
Make homework a routine.
Help your teen find a regular time to work on assignments, perhaps right after school or dinner. No matter what time you choose, your job should be to help your teen be consistent. Your teen may need some rules, such as a required amount of time that he or she must devote to homework or studies. Setting time requirements can help your teen avoid rushing through homework to watch a TV show or go out with friends.
Find a place without distractions.
Find a comfortable place where your teen can concentrate. Working at the family computer or at the kitchen table are good choices. Make sure the TV is turned off, and discourage phone calls or instant messages during homework time. If others in the house are noisy, encourage family members to take part in a quiet activity that won't distract. Don't forget that many communities have public libraries with computers and other resources that can be a great help to teens.
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Your teen might get frustrated sometimes, and that's normal. At those moments, suggest taking a break, and let your teen know you will help when he or she is ready.
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Set a good example.
Show your teen how the things he or she is learning will help later in life. Let your teen see you reading books, writing reports and e-mails, balancing your family budget, doing your taxes, saving for a big purchase, and learning about new technology and science. These and other activities can show young people that what they learn at school really matters. Show that it takes hard work to master these activities, and let your teen know that you struggle with some tasks, too. Be excited about learning and discovery — it's infectious.
Limit TV, computer, and video game time.
Research shows that students do better in school if they have limits on the time they spend watching TV, playing video games, and surfing the Internet. You may want to discuss this with your teen as you figure out a good homework routine. These activities are a normal part of most teens' lives, but they should not be allowed to dominate their time at home.
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The Brontes features 5,500 colour measurements per second and 18,000 luminance measurements per second in burst mode. Colour is measured using photodiode sensors and an XYZ interference filter. It has eight selectable luminance ranges with a lowest luminance level of 0.05cd/m². Supported colour spaces include XYZ, Yxy, L*a*b*, Y'u'v', LCH. Also supported are colour temperature and dominant wavelength measurements. The Brontes is especially useful in situations where speed and stability are key demands.
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This vintage congealed salad recipe from the Southern Living archives caught our eyes with its unusual and enticing name. What's in a Double Summer Salad? We just had to find out. Originally from the Southern Living Fondue and Buffet Cookbook, it's a showstopping ring of orange and grapefruit sections with a bit of rosemary suspended in lemon gelatin. Inside the ring is an impressive mound of crab salad, flavored with chopped onion, celery, and parsley, hot sauce, mayonnaise, and mustard. While congealed salads aren't typical party fare these days, this retro treat will still surprise and delight your crowd, especially if made with a fancy mold.
How to Make It
Thaw the orange and grapefruit sections. Drain and reserve juice. Prepare the gelatin according to package directions, using reserved juice to replace part of the water. Add the rosemary and orange and grapefruit sections and mix. Pour into a lightly greased (with cooking spray) 1 1/2-quart ring mold and chill until set, 4 hours.
Place crabmeat in a mixing bowl. Gently stir in onion, parsley, hot sauce, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard and celery.
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Monday, August 22, 2011
Design Wall Monday, 8/22
Friday after work, I stopped at Joann's and Home Depot for my supplies. Unfortunately, my tiny little car wouldn't fit the pieces of the foam insulation board and my neighbor wasn't in the area so I had to make due - boards cut in half and then tied to the top of my tiny little car. *sigh*
Before my family got here, I trimmed up the pieces and taped them into pairs. Once we got back from dinner and ice cream, Meghan and I set to work taping the pairs into 1 big piece and wrapping it with batting.
Max was afraid of the squeaking of the boards until I was sitting on it.
Once we were done playing, we added loops to the back of the board with hot glue gun and a bit more duct tape...
... and then hung the design wall onto the actual wall with command hooks. I then threw up my Midget blocks since I had them handy.
So far, things are working well. The design wall is still hanging! I'm excited to get some new blocks made and up on the wall to see how it works. :)
21 comments:
- Bonnie said...
YEE HAW! A great design wall
- August 22, 2011 at 8:18 AM
- Marj said...
I am envious, your design wall looks great!
- August 22, 2011 at 8:35 AM
- Jean(ie) said...
Awesome. I need to make one for myself...
- August 22, 2011 at 8:36 AM
- Judy D in WA said...
Yeah for a brand new design wall! You are ready to go all out now. Fill it up! Good job.
- August 22, 2011 at 8:38 AM
- Deb A said...
Great job... and something is on it already and everything!
- August 22, 2011 at 8:44 AM
- Jennifer Woo said...
Nice work on the design wall. My wall was an adventure also but I did mine completely on my own. My blessing was I had a suburban so bringing home the foam board was easy! I ended up nailing the boards into the wall and it has not fallen down either! Love mine!!
- August 22, 2011 at 9:04 AM
- Regina said...
love it!!! now let's see what beauty you can create on it!!!
- August 22, 2011 at 9:10 AM
- Vicki H. said...
Nice design wall and I am doing mini blocks myself. I am so hooked on them not sure I can do the bigger blocks I have planned for the next couple of quilts!!
love the blocks pictured!
- August 22, 2011 at 9:17 AM
- Deanna said...
Ooooo...Ahhhhh...your remodel has certainly produced a really nice sewing space.
- August 22, 2011 at 9:34 AM
- Glen QuiltSwissy said...
great design wall. I have the foam boards but didnt' think to put the batting on them.
- August 22, 2011 at 9:46 AM
- Peggy said...
Lovely - and oh, so nice to have again. I've had to dismantle mine, thinking it would only be a few weeks, but looks like it'll be longer, shuckie-darn!
- August 22, 2011 at 11:44 AM
- Chris said...
GREAT design wall!!
- August 22, 2011 at 1:56 PM
- Jennifer said...
Great wall!
- August 22, 2011 at 4:07 PM
- marcella said...
Your design wall looks great! It will be so nice to have all that space to lay out your blocks. And good for you for getting help - I did mine alone and it was an adventure!
- August 22, 2011 at 7:19 PM
- carol fun said...
It looks great! There is something so very pleasing about a fresh design wall just waiting for some quilt blocks! Happy stitching!
- August 22, 2011 at 9:22 PM
- thea said...
great wall...
- August 22, 2011 at 9:51 PM
- Kate said...
Very nice (big) design wall. Looking forward to seeing your new (and old) projects displayed there.
- August 23, 2011 at 9:35 PM
- Kristie said...
A nice large design wall. Looks great!
- August 24, 2011 at 7:58 AM
- InfinityQuilter/Knitter said...
Looks great! Bummer that you had to cut it up though. I like how you put the loops on the back.
- August 24, 2011 at 10:59 AM
- PunkiePie (Jen) said...
Oh I love it! I think I'm going to make this a project for my husband to help me with. I could use a design wall. Looks awesome and great job! What did you use to make the loops?
- August 24, 2011 at 2:54 PM
- Ellen said...
I love that you'll stop mid-project to play! That happens at my house too with my dog. She wasn't so crazy about my recent spray painting though. Yay to the progress on your studio!
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It was cookery and cockroaches on tonight's (December 8) I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here! with an incident that will leave Mary Berry and Delia Smith raging.
As the campmates enjoyed their Dingo Dollars and a special birthday treat for Amir Khan, the famous faces tucked in to a delicious cake.
The conversation then turned to other sweet treats and a shocking revelation from the remaining celebs.
Iain Lee revealed that he would love a cheesecake, while Georgia Toffolo said that she has never tried one.
"The name has always put me off," she admitted. "I don't want cheese in cake."
However, the bizarre story didn't end there.
From crushing the biscuits to layering on the cream cheese, making a cheesecake is a pretty simple recipe for anyone to follow. However, if you are Amir Khan, you may be shook to learn about the "secret" ingredient.
"No, but it's not cheese!" he defiantly proclaimed to the camp.
A perplexed Iain couldn't believe what he was hearing and had to reassure Amir that the clue is in the name.
"Of course it has! It has cream cheese," Iain said.
Clearly the welterweight boxer didn't take Home Ec at school, and the Twitterverse was just as shocked as his campmates that Amir didn't know the ingredients of cheesecake.
Some even took it that one step further.
Harsh words indeed.
Don't worry though, one viewer had the perfect challenge for Amir when he leaves the jungle.
However, it's Toff herself that got the best comment of the day in the Bush Telegraph.
"Amir's mind is blown so regularly that I'm surprised there's still brain in there to be blown."
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Community weekly open houses occur Saturday's and Tuesdays 12-2 pm. Welcome to one of our newest plans, the ''Croswell.''3 BR ranch on the main floor with cathedral ceilings throughout the living room, eating area and kitchen. Plenty of closet space and room to grow in the daylight basement and plumbed for future bath. Solid surface counters in the kitchen with a large pantry and big center isle. Extra storage area in the garage for all of your toys. Located in highly desirable Alward Estates -sidewalks, streetlights, city water and sewer and Alward Elementary adjacent to community!
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Alward Estates is conveniently located in Georgetown Township, in one of the fastest growing areas in Ottawa County and about 1 minute away from Alward Elementary school.
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Enjoying this delicious homemade Chicken Marsala doesn't require a restaurant trip, only 25 minutes of your time and a handful of ingredients found at home!
- 4 chicken breasts
- salt and pepper
- 1/2 cup/ 60 g flour
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 small shallots chopped
- 1 cup/100g chestnut mushrooms sliced
- 1 tbsp flour
- 1/2 cup/125 ml marsala wine
- 1 cup/250 ml chicken stock
- flat leaf parsley
- Cover the chicken breasts with a cling wrap and pound them with a meat mallet until they are no thicker than 1/2 inch. Sprinkle with salt and pepper on both sides and dredge in flour.
- Fry in olive oil until golden over medium-high heat for approximately 5 minutes. Do not over cook as the chicken breasts will be quite thin and will cook fast. Remove to a separate plate and set aside.
- To the same pan add chopped shallots and cook over low heat for 2-3 minutes, then add sliced mushrooms, salt and pepper and saute for 5 minutes, then add 1 tbsp of flour, stir and cook for a minute longer, then add marsala wine and turn the heat up to medium, add chicken stock and bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a gentle simmer and return the chicken to the pan, let it heat through in the sauce, simmer for a few minutes to allow the sauce to thicken to a desired consistency.


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Volunteer for Our Lady's Apostolate. We ask our volunteers to pray three Hail Marys daily for Our Lady's Apostolate and the work that we do. That is the only obligation to being a volunteer. Our volunteers choose when and how they want to help.
There are many ways to Volunteer:
Help spread the Message of Fatima – by distributing sacramentals and literature produced by The Fatima Center – bringing literature to the sick, the incarcerated, to Catholic schools, etc. We make this material available for free for our volunteers to promote the message and will continue to do so for as long as funds allow.
Make Green Scapulars – The Green Scapular helps promote devotion to Our Lady. It is used for miraculous cures and conversions. We provide the supplies and the scapulars are returned to The Fatima Center by volunteers once the scapulars are made.
Ask your parish priest :
– to promote the Rosary – and having the Rosary prayed before each Mass;
– enroll parishioners in the Brown Scapular;
– to promote the Five First Saturdays Communion of Reparation devotion.
– Offer your parish priest material from Our Lady's Apostolate in order to promote the above. \
– Ask him to consecrate your parish to the Immaculate Heart of Mary.
Talk to your bishop about consecrating the diocese to the Immaculate Heart and offer him the leaflet which shows the text used by the bishops of Portugal in the 1930s.
Ask your bishop to promote the Rosary and Five First Saturdays Communion of Reparation within his diocese and offer him the rosaries and literature to do this. The Fatima Center will provide materials at no cost for as long as Heaven provides the donations to do this.
Television and radio – Put Fatima Center television and radio productions on public access television stations and radio stations.
Offer your local library free copies of books and booklets published by The Fatima Center.
Our volunteers choose when and how much they can help according to their own schedules.
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Wedding Favors and Bridesmaid Gifts
Heartfelt Favors and Bridesmaid Gifts to Make Yourself
Wedding favors and bridesmaid gifts are always kind gestures, but they're very important in a handmade wedding. Even the multi-tasking bride must call upon friends, family and the kindness of strangers along the way. In many cases, bridesmaids and extended family play vital roles in the planning and execution. This is your chance to show these excellent people just how grateful you are for their help and support, so put your heart and hands into the perfect gift.
Thank Your Guests with Homespun Handiwork
Store-bought favors are not only expensive, but also can be pretty underwhelming; this is one area where a handmade gesture will surely be appreciated. You'll need to decide on a heartfelt gift that can be made for each and every attendee, which is more challenging the longer your guest list. Fortunately, there are plenty of wedding favors that can be made well in advance, so you can have them finished and waiting before the big day arrives. Consider seasonally-inspired gifts, like:
- Jars of homemade jam or pickles. Edible favors are always nice ideas, but individual boxes of truffles are pricey and overdone. Preserves are a cheaper and easier option: all it takes is one afternoon in the kitchen with a bushel of fresh fruit and a time-honored recipe, and you'll have a load of mini jam jars ready for the reception.
- Pots of herbs. If you're having a late summer wedding, you can plan ahead and grow a big bed of fruitful herbs like parsley, oregano, mint and thyme. A week or so before the wedding, have some friends or family help you replant these fragrant greens in small pots to sit at each place setting.
- Fresh market fruits and veggies. Easy and affordable, these favors can be as simple as a pint of cherry tomatoes or a pair of ripe fruits in a cute nod to the couple of honor. The best part of using ripe produce as favors is the vivid colors; collectively, they can make a beautiful centerpiece or table runner for the duration of the party.
- Christmas or holiday decorations. Cardboard cut-outs, folded paper ornaments, or playful Popsicle stick creatures will find a home on Christmas trees or window panes for years to come. Adding your wedding date and initials to the decorations will remind your guests of your wedding and add a little sparkle to their holiday.
If time is running out, you might want to spring for commercial wedding favors and simply add a homemade tag or card for a personal touch. These can double as place cards, with your guest's name and table on one side and your wedding date along with a little message on the other side.
Creative and Unique Bridesmaid Gifts
Pretty trimmings and helpful accessories for the wedding day are standard bridesmaid gifts, but a handmade twist lends a nice touch. Here are some clever ideas for personally made gifts with professional results:
- Cute fabric can change everything. Pretty, personalized hangers are lovely accessories for the big day, but there's no need to splurge on high-end varieties. Instead, wrap strips of patterned fabric around a regular hanger and finish with a ribbon for each bridesmaid. And to deal with teary eyes at the ceremony, embroider a vintage handkerchief with their initials (opt for a different pattern or style for each of your maids.)
- A great initial impression. Do you like the idea of a monogrammed tote bag? Whip some up yourself with a few letter stencils and other neat designs, some fabric paint and a few cheap and neutral cotton tote bags. You can also use that bag to hold smaller gifts like homemade cookies, wine, jewelry or – if you're particularly artistic – a sweet painting or drawing to evoke your unique friendship with each bridesmaid.
- Cut out the clutter. One thing to keep in mind is how each bridesmaid feels about knick knacks. Little ornaments tend to get tucked away into dark drawers, and although your personally-poured candle might be sweet, there may not be a place for it in every home. Whatever you decide, make sure it's practical and versatile, and your hard work won't be in vain.
If you can't come up with something everyone will enjoy, think of non-material ways to show your gratitude. Simply work with your budget, style and common sense to send a clear and heartfelt message that everyone can appreciate. Gracious thoughts and kind words can speak much louder than colorful trinkets.


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"Our goal is to introduce our five approved priorities. I believe that will not be an easy job considering certain external reasons due to which some Council sittings might not take place smoothly. I mean the elections in Germany - those who have already served as ministers know only too well that, before Council sittings, many issues are first discussed with ministers from the large states," Butkevičius told journalists on Thursday.
"Of course, the other reason is that elections to the European Parliament will be held in 2014. And we often know what politicians' moods can be as the term is going to an end and next elections are approaching. But the goal is that we, first of all, have to know all these things, we need to control them and understand that it's a huge responsibility to implement those goals we set," he said.
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Lithuania's Cabinet discussed the country's preparations for the EU Presidency on Thursday, with Lithuania's Permanent Representative to the European Union, Raimundas Karoblis, and his deputy Arūnas Vinciūnas making presentations on current agenda issues.
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Friday, June 5, 2009
Patriot games
Outside Tracy on the way to the Brentwood is a turnoff for the small community of Byron. It is nice place, not much to visit there, a small diner for breakfast, a new catholic church and across a set of railroad tracks and tucked away toward the hills is a small airport. You can learn to skydive there, fly in a sailplane or if you're lucky you might catch sight of four black jets headed off to a practice flight. The Byron airport is home to the Patriots Jet Demonstration Team.
There are only a handful of civilian airshow pilots that fly a jet and fewer that fly more than one. The patriots are a four-ship demonstration team flying the Boeing/Aero-Vodochody L-39C Albatross jet, a subsonic trainer designed in the Czech Republic. The jet has maximum rated speed of 560 mph, does not use an afterburner and has a rated maximum 8 positive G's and 4 negative G's in maneuvering.
The team has evolved through the years from a two ship team to three aircraft to their current four-ship show with plans to add two more for a six plane team for the 2010 airshow season. The airplanes feature a computerized red, white and blue smoke system and custom paint job for their performances. I watched their two-ship show a few years ago at Moffett Field so I was eager to see their full team.
It is a little different shooting jets at an airshow than a propeller driven aircraft. While a slow shutter speed is required to show the turning blades of the propeller there is no limitation on jets. I cranked up the shutter speed as fast as I could, as jets would be moving faster than the prop driven airshow performers. I was mindful to try and keep a mid range aperture to hold some depth of field in the formation from one plane to another. My only worry was the gloss black paint scheme against the late after haze. Figuring the abundance of black airplane in the frame might induce overexposure I dialed in – 1/3 exposure compensation and got ready for the show.
The Patriots fly the show a lot like the military jet teams like the Navy's Blue Angles and Air Force's Thunderbirds. They have a main formation, the four-ship diamond which they call "the black diamond", an opposing solo and then some two ship passes. Without six planes for the time being they can't get into the large delta formation but they do opposing passes and four ship formations including diamond and echelon. Taking a page out of the Blue Angels book they have one plane streak across the show line in the "sneak pass" to startle the crowd while they are watching the other planes as they climb high into the sky.
Their performance lasted about 20 minutes or so and was quite good. While their L-39s lack the thundering din of an afterburner equipped jet they did amaze me as one jet appeared to come to a stop and tail slide through his smoke trail while another jet circled around him. Their formations were close and the L-39 in its black livery has a sinister look to it making for an impressive view in the air.
All to soon the airplanes pitched in to the landing pattern and headed back to the runway. The Legends Over Madera 2009 was over but I have my thousands of pictures to remember the acts by. I look forward to more airshows and the thundering roar of the airplanes and crowds.
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Great photos Glenn, thanks for sharing all these photos, and your in depth knowledge of the planes is amazing too.
4000 images? That's some serious sorting to do.
Didn't know about the jet team out of Byron. Do they practice there?
- June 6, 2009 at 7:59 AM
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In Deutsch Wagram we have the Marchfeld cinema. This old cinema is specially prepared in each season.
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The Josh and Britt Marder Excellence in National Philanthropy Award is a national award presented to the Chapter(s) with exemplary projects whose work supports the mission of our national philanthropy, Teach For America. This award is named after Joshua Marder and Britt Marder who have provided significant financial support of our national philanthropic activities. The award was created in 2012 and first awarded in 2013.
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Introduction: How to Play Chinese Speed
Chinese speed is a fun, fast paced, and easy to learn card game.
Number Of Players: 2 to 1
Object Of The Game: To run out of cards as quickly as possible or before the other player
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Step 1: How to Start
Start out by passing out the cards till there are none left.Then both players lay the first 4 cards on the top of there deck down on the table.It should look like the picture.
Step 2: How to Play
I will try to explain the best I can but if you still don't understand ask in the comments.Once the cards are laid out count to 3 and say "go".Place random card over any matching numbers(including kings and queens) as quickly as possible.If you get to a point where there are no more matching cards each player picks up his/her side of the cards.Playing by yourself is the same except when there are no more matching cards you pick up your side and discard the other.For example if the cards are like the picture above you would place a random card from your deck over the two 9's and 3's.Then you will continue to cover any matches until you run out of cards or there are no more matches.
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This match hinges on the health of OSU, if H Stieber and B Jordan are close to 100% Coach Ryan might think that he can win the dual and be all in. I don't think that either of those wrestlers is close to 100%. I believe that a random start weight will be selected because of the unknown injury factors for OSU.
125lbs #4 Thomas Gilman vs. Nathan #9 Tomasello. This should be a good match. As far as I can find they only competed against each other in freestyle, with Gilman winning both matches. While Gilman is the favorite I think that folkstyle rules help Tomasello's top game a bit.
133lbs #4 Cory Clark or Phil Laux vs #8 Johnni DeJulius. Clark won Midlands but didn't wrestle at Rutgers this last Saturday. Clark didn't appear to have an injury at Midlands and I think that he was just getting some rest versus Rutgers. I can't find any matches between the two wrestlers and while Clark has had more significant wins in college DiJulius has a style that can disrupt some of his opponent's styles. I think that Clark wins but if Laux wrestles I think that DiJulius gets bonus points.
141lbs #5 Josh Dziewa vs. #1 Logan Stieber. I think that there is a lot of separation between Stieber and Dziewa and Dziewa will spend most of the match just trying to maintain good position and blocking to avoid bonus points. If it gets to the 2nd and 3rd period will Dziewa take bottom position? I think that Stieber gets 6.
149lbs #11 Brandon Sorensen vs. Hunter Stieber or Randy Languis. I think that Stieber needs surgery and isn't the same wrestler as Drake Houdashelt showed two weeks ago with a quick fall over Stieber. If Stieber wrestles I think that he wrestles a smarter positioned match knowing his limitations and hold the loss to a regular decision. If Languis wrestles Sorensen is getting bonus points.
157lbs Mike Kelly vs. #6 Josh Demas. Kelly just beat RU's returning AA Anthony Perrotti so it should be a closer match than rankings indicate. Demas has had conditioning issues in the past. I haven't seen him this year so I'm not sure if they still persist. I'll take Demas winning this match on his feet with some nice takedowns.
165lbs #5 Nick Moore vs Justin Kresevic or Bo Jordan. I really hope that Jordan is healthy enough to go here. It would be a very good match up for both wrestlers. I think that a healthy Jordan gets a very close win. Versus Kresevic I think that Moore gets at least a major decision.
174lbs #3 Mike Evans vs. #11 Mark Martin. Should be another really good match. If Martin's cardio and mental approach is good his neutral offense would push Evans a little bit. Martin has had a habit of underperforming in big spots, so I'm taking Evans.
184lbs #7 Sammy Brooks vs. #13 Kenny Courts. The possibility of another good matchup here. As I've mentioned before some OSU wrestlers don't have the gas tank for a hard 7-minute match, Courts is one of those wrestlers. If Courts brings his cardio he might give Brooks all that he can handle from neutral. Brooks has the edge but if Courts brings an aggressive style with the cardio to go with that approach I smell an upset here.
197lbs Kris Klapprodt or Nathan Burak vs. #7 Kyle Snyder. I don't think that Brands is pulling Burak's shirt. Either way Snyder wins this match, bonus points vs. Klapprodt.
285lbs #4 Bobby Telford vs. #11 Nick Tavanello. While both are ranked, I think that there is a big separation between them. Telford wins by a major.
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MG's Sherri Pittman and Beth Strachan recently attended the International Development Exchange (IDEX) annual global leaders convening in Berkley, CA. Since its founding in 1985, IDEX has supported more than 500 grassroots, community-led projects in Africa, Asia and Latin America. Annually, IDEX's partners serve approximately 1.2 million people in impoverished communities, including marginalized women, small farmers, indigenous communities, low-income urban residents, sexual and ethnic minorities, and youth.
The Off the Greed event convened global leaders creating, studying and implementing alternative economic models that put people and the planet ahead of profits. The evening featured a performance by Climbing PoeTree and discussions from a remarkable diversity of perspectives, experiences and solutions to the problems of unjust and unsustainable economic systems.
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Kelvin Bissett's front page story in yesterday's Daily Telegraph "Morris defends Bob's book bills" about the cost to the taxpayers of former premiers, was a direct FOI hit but you have to wonder why this sort of material has to be dug out through the FOI process. It's the type of information that should be posted on a government website as a matter of routine. We commented earlier in the year in our blog "Journalist scoops the pool - FOI unmasks MPs expenses", about how information concerning allowances is freely available on the web in Scotland, for example. Check it out here.
The Tele has a couple of good follow ups today.
As the Premier says "Ex-premiers free to spend", the expenditure is in accordance with guidelines which do not spell out how the money can be spent. Perhaps the guidelines will get an overhaul in the current pre election climate.
This opinion piece "Free subscription to our dollars" reinforces the point that the whole idea of special lifetime benefits for ex premiers doesn't make much sense in an era when they go straight onto subsequent lucrative careers.
Former premiers Carr, Greiner and Wran epitomise the double income strategy, but congratulations to Barry Unsworth who didn't claim a cracker and still pays his fare on public transport. But he may be the last of the Mohicans.


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Two Brooke Weston students are planning a series of fundraising events in order to travel to Australia. Students Bex Auty and Kelly Fabian are raising money for the Joshua Foundation which supports terminally ill children. Half of their £5,000 target will go directly to the charity with the other half funding their three-week trip to Australia where they will do conservation work.
The Joshua Foundation was set up in 1998 by Sarah Cornelius after her son, Joshua died of stomach cancer. It provides holidays and outings for children with terminal cancer and also runs the Oz Experience, where fundraising students get a chance to visit Australia and help out on conservation projects.
Bex and Kelly have already held a launch party where fellow student, Richard Moore had his chest waxed. The duo also received some of the proceeds of a mufti day at Brooke Weston, and they are hoping to carry out further events and assemblies in the College to raise awareness of the charity.
Bex said: 'The Joshua Foundation helps terminally ill children live life to the full and see the world before they die.'
The trip that Kelly and Bex are intending to take part in will be the tenth year that the Joshua Foundation have gone to Australia. They have to raise their money by April 2008 to go in July of that year. Although their conservation work will only last for three weeks they will have one year visa giving them a chance to travel round the country. They are pleased with their fund-raising efforts so far and they are already planning more money-making schemes including packing bags at a supermarket and holding a car boot sale.
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