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Tempo, Vino e Territorio di Val D'Orcia
While driving to Pisa airport the other day I listened to Carlo Rovelli on the radio. He is a theoretical physicist and was interviewed about his latest book 'L'ordine del Tempo' - The Order of Time.
"What is Time?" the interviewer asked.
"Time doesn't exist" was the explanation from Mr. Rovelli.
A both stunning and quite comprehensible explanation followed. I took it as a good reason to publish what I had captured, in pictures, in another time and season. It was in fall, tasting wine in the territory of Val D'Orcia.
"Il tempo? Se non lo chiedi, so cosa è. Ma se me lo chiedi, non lo so più"
Agostino d'Ippona
Val D'Orcia extends south of Siena down to Radicofani, delimited by the slopes of Mount Amiata on one side and Monte Cetona and Sarteano on the other. It encompasses the geological formations of 'le Crete Senesi' and some of the most beautiful, small medieval towns (Pienza, Montalcino, San Quirico D'Orcia, Bagno Vignoni to name a few).The particular charm of this ancient territory lies in its breathtaking patchwork of picturesque villages or 'borghi', castles, piazzas, and monasteries, bound together by the gentle river Orcia. Time seems to move slower here, and for good reason: Val D'Orcia's exquisite terrain has been molded by mankind since the middle ages, the impressive result of centuries of hard work and patience. The inhabitants and sub territories of Val D'Orcia, though diverse, are bound together by the region's rolling hills and valleys; they share the most beautiful portions of Via Francigena (an old pilgrim route leading from France to Rome) and Mount Amiata, a once active volcano that continues to hum with thermal activity.
Val D'Orcia's allure lies not only in its landscape, which was appointed World Heritage in 2004, but also in its multitude of vineyards and rich history. I arrived curious to know more about the "little sister" of Brunello di Montalcino; the Val D'Orcia wines. Tuscan wine is more than the well known Chianti and Brunello, there's a myriad of territories, inhabited by small to medium winemakers worth discovering.
I believe that, if you love wine, the best way to cherish it is to meet the people--and the land--behind it. The following is a very short introduction to some of the Val D'Orcia winemakers: different people, from different walks of life, practicing different methods, all bound together for their love of wine and their shared territory.
I started my journey early in the morning in late October, first arriving to Roberto Mascelloni's place. His Poggio al Vento, a vineyard and agritourism destination, is at the end of the road on the top of a hill bathed in sun, wind and hard work. His wine is warm and honest, as are his parents, who offered the perfect breakfast of homemade cake and marmalade to start the day. Poggio al Vento grows organic vineyards and olive groves as well as breeding animals.
To the North-east of Roberto's vineyard there's a view of the Montalcino hills, and to the South-west, towards Monte Amiata, I observed Rocca D'Orcia, neighbored by a stunning geometry of vineyards that made me curious to learn more about the producer across the way.
Before embarking for Rocca D'Orcia, I first stopped by Gabriella and Antonio, who run the Valdorcia Terra Senesi winery down the road from Roberto. Born from the passion of two friends for Val D'Orcia and its capacity for nourishing the soul with good wine, the Terra Senesi vineyard has practiced biological production since the 1990s. I had a nice chat with the owners while sipping a glass of Ripario Orcia Sangiovese, jotting down the name on my list of wines to remember before bidding them farewell and continuing on.
Pasquale Forte, whose intricate geometry of vineyards caught my attention from the hills of Roberto's winery, is a fascinating man. Originally from Limbadi in Calabria, Pasquale is a self-taught electronic engineer who started making his fortune in the seventies, when he created the cathode ray tube for television. He has always felt divided between his identity as entrepreneur and his love for farming, and decided after a life's journey away from the soil to venture back to the earth and become a winemaker.
Forte's curiosity and his desire to push the limits of viticulture to ensure the wellbeing of the earth as well as us wine lovers, makes a trip to Podere Forte memorable!
His biodynamic wine doesn't leave anything to chance. Its destiny is the result of a deep knowledge of the soil and using the very best people and equipment possible to attain a superb wine. The estate pays attention to the vineyard's entire ecosystem: animals, bees, olive trees harmoniously inhabit the realm of mister Forte's project. The space in these pages wouldn't be enough to tell you half of it. I can tell you that what stopped me in my tracks was witnessing Mr. Forte's bewilderment at the flowers on our stroll through his property.
Rocca D'Orcia lies on the slopes of Monte Amiata but is still quite close to the valley. A trip to Campiglia D'Orcia, 800 m over the sea, offers an entirely different sensation: the presence of the mountain is palpable in this small village and although it is known for excellent olive oil, there's more chestnuts and mushrooms here than wineries. Except, that is, for passionate winemaker Paolo Saviucci and his Cantina Campotondo.
When Paolo started winemaking in 2000, he didn't have a spot close to the more famous Brunello or Montepulciano territories, but he had land close to Campiglia, where he was born. Paolo's intuition that the clay terrain at 500 m altitude would discourage the vine from excessive leaf growth at the expense of grape quality, and that the minerals within the soil would imbue the wine with elegance and structure, makes me think of the words someone once told me:
"To make a good wine, the vine has to suffer"
As I sat in the living room of Paolo with his wife, tasting his white wine Tavoleto, a Chardonnay in a region of red, I was very pleasantly surprised! It had personality and strength . I suppose the mountain gave me a hint of what can be made when a man of culture, curiosity and passion meets with its soil and air. Paolo is an obstinate and hard worker; his vineyard is planted with the technique "ad alberello", which demands a great deal of manual labor. He also produces excellent red wines--I suggest his Mezzodì for an everyday "wine at the table" choice.
The next day I drove down the slopes to Fattoria Resta, close to Buonconvento, where Anna Lisa Tempestini graciously welcomed me. Tempestini, half-American and half-Italian, runs Resta alongside her husband and eldest daughter, Livia.
Wine was already being produced at their cantina in 1573, when master builder Martin Del Nero inscribed his name, and a small poem, into the cellar walls. Tempestini's mission is to respect Del Nero's legacy, making him the namesake of one of her wines. Tempestini exudes health and care: she is a woman who appreciates yoga, family and wine. She invited me to a hearty vegetarian lunch which paired perfectly with a Sangiovese from the acres surrounding us; I drank the territory I had just walked through together with Anna Lisa.
My last stop was Giuseppe Olivi's agritourism destination, La Sovana. Originally from Umbria, Giuseppe and his family acquired La Sovana and Le Buche Winery in the mid 90s. La Sovana occupies a beautiful position at the end of Val D'Orcia, which includes a truffle reserve in the middle of the vineyard.
Giuseppe called for his friend Fausto Piccio and his truffle dog Baffi, and together we sought out the rare delicacy. Giuseppe's wife Giovanella, who supervises La Sovana's kitchen, selects impeccable dishes to pair with Le Buche's wines. Our night ended with the simple yet superb choice of tagliolini and shaved truffle.
I would like to say thank you. This travel wouldn't have been possible if it weren't for Donatella Cinelli Colombini (to the right), who urged me to discover the Val D'Orcia wines and it's people. She is a producer of both Brunello di Montalcino and D'Orcia doc, and is always ready to shine a light on others.
Years ago I first visited her estate in Trequanda, and one evening while tasting her Orcia wine 'Cenerentola'- Cinderella - she told me the long story behind its name. Since then I have been particularly fond of this strong, independent wine that - together with a plate of tagliatelle con sugo di cinghiale- doesn't need a prince to be complete.
So, what is time?
Maybe it is what we make of it.


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Gift Ideas for Your Faith-Filled Christmas
I love giving faith-based gifts. Do you?
Today's post is an exciting one. It's a listing of Christian gifts available for giving this Christmas. All have a thread woven within, one that'll help the receiver build faith.
Ready to shop?
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God's Word exudes much power, and it rings personal when finding our name tucked within.
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- Mighty Women of Vision (MWOV)
Clean water holds a special spot in my heart. A jr. sailor, who worked alongside my husband during his Navy tenure, shared with my family the impact of his village's "new well" in Ghana. (He later joined the US Navy and became a United States citizen.) That well changed lives – his included.
We have the power to help provide something often taken for granted: clean water. Consider Mighty Women of Vision.
Mighty Women of Vision (MWOV) is a nonprofit that brings light and financial help to a hurting world. They are committed to being the hands, feet, heart, and voice of Jesus. Through their philanthropy effort, MWOV brings compassion and necessary funds to women and children in crisis locally and internationally.
After traveling through remote villages in India, Elizabeth Thompson, one of MWOV's founders, knew she could not be silent nor unsee what she had seen. Through translators, she heard the plight, heartache, and cries of mothers over the loss of their babies, children, and loved ones due to unclean water.
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2. As many as 1600 children under the age of five die every day from diarrhea due to unclean water.
3. The average weight per container women carry on their heads is 40 pounds!
John and Elizabeth Thompson and all of MWOV invites people to get on board and participate in their Living Water Well Campaign by simply giving up one $5.00 coffee each week. A $20.00 monthly donation with others will raise the necessary funds to change the lives of the less fortunate. The average cost for a well is approximately $2,000.00. Consider foregoing that $5 coffee each week. If just 100 people obligate $20/month, that's a well!
Once a well has been installed, women have time to learn a trade. MWOV started the Train and Trade Sewing Project and are supplying sewing machines and training for women. The children are freed up to attend school.
MWOV's partners in India, Geeta and Kanteswar, started Mighty Women and Youth Ministries. They are a young couple who work passionately to expand God's kingdom here on earth. Not only are they reaching out to remote villages to help with humanitarian needs, they also bring the gospel, education and churches in God's timing.
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Other Faith Posts to Enjoy
- Bible Studies to Help You Grow Your Faith
- 5 Ways to Grow Your Faith Today
- Jesus Is Worth It All: 3 People from the Christmas Story Who Tell Us Why
- 15 Christmas Gift Ideas for the Christ-Lover in Your Life
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2014 Midyear Meeting
March 25-26, 2014
Burr Ridge Conference Center
Burr Ridge, IL
Tuesday, March 25, 2014
Welcoming Remarks
Nate Anderson, Ph.D., Research Scientist, CFSAN FDA
Protocols for Inoculation and Thermal Resistance Update
Elizabeth Grasso, PhD, IIT/IFSH
Christina Stam, PhD, FDA/CFSAN
USDA Coordinate Agricultural Project: Enhancing Low-Moisture Food Safety by Improving Development and Implementation of Pasteurization Technologies
Brad Marks, PhD, Michigan State University
Dry Pasta Manufacture Challenges and Opportunities
Gordon Shetley, Bay Valley Foods, LLC.
Welcoming Remarks and IFSH Updates
Robert Brackett, Ph.D., Vice President, Illinois Institute of Technology (IIT) and Director, Institute for Food Safety and Health (IFSH)
FDA CFSAN Updates
Mike Landa, J.D., Director, Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition (CFSAN), U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Measurement Methods For The Oral Uptake of Engineered Nanomaterials From Human Dietary Sources
Tim Duncan, Ph.D., Research Scientist, CFSAN FDA
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Nate Anderson, Ph.D., Research Scientist, CFSAN FDA
CFSAN Nutrition Priorities
Paula Trumbo, Ph.D., Team Leader, Nutrition Science Review Team, CFSAN FDA
Wednesday, March 26, 2014
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Katie Swanson, Ph.D., KMJ Swanson Food Safety Inc.
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Daryl Kellenberger, Director of Food Safety, US Operations, McDonald's Corporation
Kevin Smith, M.P.H, Director, Retail Food & Cooperative Programs Coordination Staff, CFSAN FDA
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Britt Burton Freeman, Ph.D., Associate Professor and Director, Center for Nutrition Research, IFSH.
Jack Cappozzo, M.S., Director of Chemistry, IFSH
Jessica Cooper, Ph.D., Review Chemist, CFSAN
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Tim Stubbs, Vice President-Product Research, Dairy Research Institute
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Kevin Waters, Ph.D., President and CEO, The National Food Lab
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Tuesday September 16, 2014
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Robert Brackett, Ph.D., Vice President, Illinois Institute of Technology (IIT) and Director, Institute for Food Safety and Health (IFSH)
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Suzanne Fitzpatrick, Ph.D., Senior Advisor for Toxicology, CFSAN FDA
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Elizabeth Grasso, Ph.D., Research Assistant Professor, IIT IFSH
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Mary Lou Tortorello, Ph.D., Branch Chief, Food Technology Branch, CFSAN FDA
Lauren Jackson, Ph.D., Acting Branch Chief, Process Engineering Branch, CFSAN FDA
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On Thursday, July 2, just before 5:45 p.m., the members of the Vigilant Fire Company responded to a call for a woman who had fallen from a LIRR train onto the track below.
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While speaking today at the House Republicans' retreat in Baltimore, President Obama explained something to his questioners I wasn't sure he actually understood until now: That he wasn't going to accept Republican bills or amendments that simply didn't work, just so he could claim bipartisanship.
Whew! It's about time.
He also said that he had, in fact, integrated many Republican ideas in the healthcare bill, and proceeded to list them. In fact, he did a great job. He was calm, engaging and evenhanded. And I don't even care if no Republican votes will change as a result - the rest of America saw it, live on TV and then on the news all night.
He was truly excellent.
And in perhaps his best moment, he called Republicans out on blaming him for the deficit:
THE PRESIDENT: Jeb, with all due respect, I've just got to take this last question as an example of how it's very hard to have the kind of bipartisan work that we're going to do, because the whole question was structured as a talking point for running a campaign.
Now, look, let's talk about the budget once again, because I'll go through it with you line by line. The fact of the matter is, is that when we came into office, the deficit was $1.3 trillion. -- $1.3 [trillion.] So when you say that suddenly I've got a monthly budget that is higher than the -- a monthly deficit that's higher than the annual deficit left by the Republicans, that's factually just not true, and you know it's not true.
And what is true is that we came in already with a $1.3 trillion deficit before I had passed any law. What is true is we came in with $8 trillion worth of debt over the next decade -- had nothing to do with anything that we had done. It had to do with the fact that in 2000 when there was a budget surplus of $200 billion, you had a Republican administration and a Republican Congress, and we had two tax cuts that weren't paid for.
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Wednesday 11.28
Pep Band Rehearsal today 2:45-3:30. Please be at this rehearsal if you weren't there yesterday to be considered in that group.
Solo & Ensemble registrations due Dec. 4 with payment. $6/ensemble member; $10/solo. Registration is on the front page of the website.
BLUE LAKE WILL BE HERE TOMORROW! to listen to folks play for possible scholarships
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This Thursday, May 24, Danger headlines at San Francisco's Mezzanine with a dazzling new live show. The Frenchman, known as Franck Rivoire, has a sound that consists of multiple influences. A raw, textured mix of electro and rock, his music is also heavily influenced by dynamic video game sounds. Also, expect some stirring visuals to complete the live show experience.
When performing on stage Rivoire dons a black mask, and Danger, his alter ego, takes over. This particular stage motif draws inspiration from both Daft Punk as well as the Black Mage character from the Final Fantasy video game series.
Besides making his own music, Rivoire has produced impressive remixes for the likes of La Roux, Estelle and Kanye West, The Crystal Method and Nero.
Opening up the night will be San Fran locals, Niteppl, whose own sound crosses multiple elements including progressive house and rock music. Expect the energetic duo, Gage Seber and Alton San Giovanni, to debut their new live show.
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25.05.15ReleasesZX8000 Boost
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adidas Zx 8000 BOOST (Bold Onix)
Adidas' hybrid ZX 8000 Boost beast arrives in another colour dressing here, with a creamy sole leading to a Bold Onix neoprene front end. The back half of the upper is a darker hued affair, with pops of neon green on the eyelet plate tongue tag and heel tab bringing the whole sneak piece alive. Afew is stocking 'em if you feel like rocking 'em.


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Thomas Mars is a fearless top shelf trial lawyer…. Mars is to lawyering what Tom Brady is to quarterbacking.Wally Hall, Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
A one-man wrecking crew — Mars has been referred to as a transfer 'magician,' 'savant,' and 'super attorney.' . . . The aptest description of Mars is a workhorse. When he's hired, the case becomes all-consuming.Kyle Rowland, Toledo Blade
Mars is a fierce litigator whose weapons are records and documentation.Chip Towers, Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Nick Saban wishes he were as intensely focused on victory as Tom Mars.Pat Forde, Yahoo Sports
Never in my life have I met anyone like him. I call it a Mars thing, where you really can't understand unless you experience it. He's committed to you, and you really don't want to be on the other side of him.Sean Patterson to Yahoo Sports
[Mars is] a tenacious, leave-no-stone-unturned attorney.Angelique Chengelis, Detroit News
He was in the fox hole completely dug in. He didn't accept excuses, only results. Never seen a person work like he did to get a result most people thought would be impossible.Shawn Jefferson to The Athletic
Tom Mars is the finest attorney that we have ever worked with. His experience, knowledge, and tireless dedication to his clients are unmatched. You will not find better legal representation than Tom Mars.Tim Noonan, Managing Partner, Universal Tennis Management
There's no one better in the country. I got a text at 1:26 in the morning the other day from Tom. He was still working on [our case]. He's absolutely fantastic.Tim Ford to DawgNation
Mars does not mess around. For 11 years, he served as Walmart's general counsel. He once was director of the Arkansas State Police. His bio says Mars has won verdicts or settlements worth approximately $50 million. One source described him as one of the most powerful attorneys in Arkansas.Dennis Dodd, CBS Sports


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If you are looking for something chic and 1970's inspired, then I highly recommend to take a look at the latest Mango Autumn-Winter 2018-2019 season's lookbook. Every outfit is chic and vintage inspired. The Spanish label embraces 70's fashion with a more minimal take, by offering its clientèle flared jeans, cute button front denim skirts, capes, kaftans, ponchos, and many other pretty everyday essentials. Almost every outerwear can be incorporated with business casual looks. I am sure, you are going to find here many styles to wear from Mondays to Sundays. All in all, let's have a closer look at this apparel and choose our favorites.
The suede wrap, belted coat is a must-have for those who wants to wear something relaxed and easy-to-style.
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Here are some articles from this week that I thought were pretty interesting.
- Apple buys a chip maker.
- Rogers' profits soar on the news that the iPhone is coming to Canada.
- On a geekier note, you can create audio books from pdfs.
- Macs can do games? WTF. ;)
- Sneaking Safari onto Windows machines has paid off.


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Members appointed to the Council for Science and Technology
The Prime Minister has appointed 11 new members to the Council for Science and Technology (CST).
The CST is the UK government's top-level advisory body on science and technology policy issues. It reports directly to the Prime Minister.
Prime Minister David Cameron said:
It will be our scientists, researchers, engineers and entrepreneurs who will prove crucial in driving growth and creating the jobs and opportunities for the future. That is why despite some tough spending decisions we have protected our funding for science and focused on being the most pro-business, pro-growth government there has been.
We have some of the worlds best scientists, leading technologies, cutting edge facilities and the most innovative hi-tech companies, and it is our determination that we do all that we can to ensure the UK remains one of the world leaders in this field.
That is why I am delighted that I can announce the appointment of such a high calibre team, with such a broad range of experience to the Council for Science and Technology.
The newly appointed members are:
- Professor Keith Burnett FRS - Vice-Chancellor of Sheffield University
- Professor Steven Cowley - CEO of the UKAEA
- Professor Dame Sandra Dawson - Deputy Vice-Chancellor of Cambridge University
- Mr Rowan Douglas - CEO of Willis Re Global Analytics and Chairman of Willis Research Network
- Dr Paul Golby CBE, FREng - Chairman and CEO of E.ON UK and Pro-Chancellor of Aston University
- Professor Dame Julia Goodfellow FMedSci - Vice-Chancellor University of Kent
- Dr Michael Lynch - CEO of Autonomy Corporation plc
- Professor Dame Nancy Rothwell FRS FMedSci - President and Vice-Chancellor of Manchester University
- Mr Colin Smith FREng - Director of Engineering and Technology at Rolls-Royce
- Professor Christopher Snowden FRS FREng - Vice-Chancellor and CEO of Surrey University
- Dr Graham Spittle CBE - Vice-President and Chief Technology Officer Europe at IBM and Chair of the Technology Strategy Board
CST's terms of reference are:
To advise the Prime Minister on the strategic policies and framework for:
- sustaining and developing science, engineering technology and mathematics (STEM) in the UK, and promoting international co-operation in STEM
- fostering the practice and perception of science, engineering and technology as an integral part of the culture of the UK
- promoting excellence in STEM education
- making more effective use of research and scientific advice in the development and delivery of policy and public services across Government
- promoting STEM-based innovation in business and the public services to promote the sustainable development of the UK economy, the health and quality of life of UK citizens, and global sustainable development
The Council will work on cross-cutting issues of strategic importance, taking a medium to longer term approach. In developing its advice it will take into account the cultural, economic, environmental, ethical and social context of developments in STEM.
Notes to editors
1. Further background on the Council can be found at http://www.bis.gov.uk/cst
2. Earlier this year the PM re-appointed 5 members and 4 ex-officio members. The 5 re-appointed members are:
- Professor Dame Janet Finch CBE - Professor of Sociology Manchester University and ex-Vice-Chancellor of Keele University
- Dr Hermann Hauser Hon CBE, FREng - Venture Capitalist and co-Founder of Amadeus Capital Partners
- Professor Alan Hughes - Director of the Centre for Business Research at Cambridge University
- Professor Michael Sterling FREng - Chairman of the Science and Technology Facilities Council
- Sir Mark Walport FMedSci FRS - Director of the Wellcome Trust
The 4 ex-officio members are:
- The President of the Royal Society - Sir Paul Nurse FRS
- The President of the Royal Academy of Engineering - Lord Browne FRS FREng
- The President of the Academy of Medical Sciences - Sir John Bell PMedSci FRS Hon FREng
- The President of the British Academy - Sir Adam Roberts FBA
The Prime Minister also re-appointed Professor Dame Janet Finch as independent co-chair of CST (to 31 December 2011), alongside the Government Chief Scientific Adviser, currently Professor Sir John Beddington.
3. The CST members are senior, highly respected people active in the worlds of academia and business and from charitable sponsors and professional bodies. They were appointed in accordance with the guidance from the Office of the Commissioner for Public Appointments.
4. Members are not normally remunerated except for reasonable travel and subsistence expenses.


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Data science is being applied across many industries and professional fields, including the law. In the case of mass torts, data provide valuable insights that guide mass tort attorneys' decision-making in ways that build practices and streamline workflow.
In this first of a two-part article, we'll look at how data analytics can help mass tort firms increase their claimant pool and maximize /outreach dollars to do so.
Identifying Actionable Claims
Data analysis can help mass tort firms identify potential claimant populations that may have been overlooked, and more easily differentiate among potential claimants who respond to outreach programs. It also delivers efficiencies by identifying respondents with the highest likelihood of being able to prove injury as early in the process as possible. Two examples are victims of asbestos related cancers and people suffering adverse events related to the diabetes medications Avandia and Actos.
- While it is widely known that asbestos causes mesothelioma and other forms of cancer, asbestos contamination in talcum powder has affected a very different demographic than people exposed to asbestos in commercial and industrial settings. A thorough data analysis of demographic, environmental and other factors can identify and classify claimants appropriately as new and specific inclusion criteria emerge for an exposed population that was previously not contemplated.
- Plaintiffs in the Avandia and Actos lawsuits each had very different medical injury claims. However, some Actos users thought they had taken Avandia. By analyzing prescription data, law firms determined who took which drug, clarified the manufacturer against which claims should be brought, and avoided unnecessary expense and the potential negative media attention of having a block of "frivolous" lawsuits dismissed.
Improving Outreach Efforts and Spend
Analyzing data sets can help mass tort lawyers potentially increase the number of claimants who could possibly be eligible for compensation for their injuries. Datasets can identify the media consumption and communication habits of the affected population based on age, sex, location, occupation, purchasing habits, and many other characteristics. Using such data helps determine where to concentrate outreach efforts and the best channels for reaching more injured parties—and bring forth a larger group of eligible claimants. For example:
- 3M Combat Arms earplugs litigation – Using publicly available information to identify states with high concentrations of veterans, law firms were able to target their promotional activities to those regions and generate more leads per outreach dollar. Further, data mining can identify age cohorts that comprise the majority of potential claimants to refine selection of the media channels most likely to be used by this group.
- Juul e-cigarette litigation – Data is guiding marketing efforts to concentrate outreach and money spent on social media platforms that appeal to younger Juul users, rather than traditional media outreach channels
Using Existing Data to Identify Additional Claims
Data mining can help identify new causes of action for a law firm's past and present clients from existing records and make connections to other data sources. Mining existing client records can also leverage past outreach spending to identify new cases at much lower cost.
- In the transvaginal mesh litigation, some claimants who first retained legal counsel were found to have hernia mesh in addition to or instead of transvaginal mesh. Mining the records first obtained in the transvaginal mesh litigation enabled firms to a) identify past clients who formed a new claimant pool—those who could also make a claim against hernia mesh manufacturers when that litigation began; and b) reach out to them directly without any additional advertising spend.
- Aggregating and applying advanced analytics to well-collected data can reveal commonalities within certain populations along shared criteria, which may qualify a class or population as part of a new action. This happened in the IVC filter litigation, in which many of the claimants were also on an anti-coagulant medication. Again, culling that data from client medical records already obtained enabled firms to identify those who were potential claimants in the litigation against the anti-coagulant drug manufacturers.
Read Part 2 of this blog post
Click on this link for information on Verus' Mass Tort Services. To contact us, fill out this form or email us at firstname.lastname@example.com and we will reply immediately.


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Open Source Bridge could use your help
Via Open Source Bridge "One of the unique things about Open Source Bridge is that it is entirely volunteer run. That's right. 100% volunteers. All proceeds—sponsorships, registration fees, and in-kind donations—go to ensuring that Portland, Oregon, has a one-of-a-kind conference for open source citizens this summer—and hopefully for many years to come. Why do we do it? Because we love the idea of having an open source conference by developers for developers where they can focus on the topics that are important to them. But more importantly, it just seems like the right thing to do. But we can't do it alone. So if you like the idea of Open Source Bridge as much as we do, we'd love to have your help."
Impressions from Business Leader NW
Via the Sustainable Marketing Blog "My first event as a blogger is over. Despite my best intentions, too many good or at least educational offline distractions kept me from almost any online activity at Business Leader NW. Here are a few impressions from the Blog Pavilion and beyond."
Women At Intel In Their Own Words
Via .51 "In celebration of Women's History Month, The Inside Scoop (Intel's Consumer Blog) has posted two brief pieces in their "Innovative Women" series."
Twitter and PostgreSQL!
Selena Deckelmann writes "I'd written during last PgCon about Postgres and Twitter, and I figured it was time for a new list of Postgres-related people who I follow! Especially since a few people commented that Twitter was a waste of time last year ;)"
Shizzow's Social Location Service Marries 'Where' With 'What' | Epicenter from Wired.com
Via Wired "This added layer of context makes any location-aware service useful as a real-life social networking tool. As the Shizzow team notes on its blog, the private beta community in its hometown of Portland, Oregon, has been using this "what" feature for ad hoc meetups with great success."
ORBlogs Code Sprint at CubeSpace (Saturday March 7, 2009) – Upcoming
Via ORBlogs "We have our first official ORBlogs Code Sprint scheduled, March 7th, 11am, at CubeSpace! Thanks to CubeSpace for donating the space. If you can, please bring a little cash donation to cover the cost of snacks and drinks n stuff. We pretty much have space for the whole day, but I figure we can probably be heading out around 4ish. Then we can celebrate our first Code Sprint, and all the great progress we'll have made!"


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Many people suffer from minor orthodontic issues or malocclusion problems that detract from the beauty of the smile. If malocclusion problems aren't severe enough to compromise oral health or functions, it may not be worth undergoing months of orthodontic treatment to straighten the teeth. Fortunately, there is another way to improve the appearance of the smile.
Porcelain veneers are thin ceramic shells that conceal the facial surface of the teeth to hide aesthetic flaws, including mild malocclusion problems. At Shemen Dental Group LLP, we offer instant orthodontics with porcelain veneers to give our Amarillo, TX patients a fast and convenient solution for crooked or misaligned teeth.
Am I a Candidate?
Porcelain veneers have numerous applications so they are a great option for patients with a wide range of cosmetic flaws. Porcelain veneers can be an appropriate option for malocclusion problems, as long as they are not too severe. If orthodontic issues are disrupting oral functions or making it too difficult to keep the teeth and gums healthy, then traditional orthodontic treatment will be the best option.
Superficial malocclusion problems that only affect the appearance of the smile can be successfully treated with porcelain veneers. Examples of issues that can be addressed with instant orthodontics include:
- Gapped teeth
- Slightly crooked teeth
- Misshaped teeth
- Teeth that are not the same size as adjacent teeth
The Treatment Process
Porcelain veneers are often referred to as "instant orthodontics" because the treatment process requires a small fraction of the time of traditional orthodontic treatment. While braces and Invisalign® can take a year or longer to straighten the teeth and realign the jaw, porcelain veneers treatment is complete in a matter of weeks, or an average of two dental appointments.
Porcelain veneers treatment is broken down into two parts. The first part of treatment involves preparing the teeth for porcelain veneers placement by removing a thin layer of tooth enamel; then, we design a set of veneers that will best meet each of our Amarillo patient's unique needs.
The second part of instant orthodontics treatment is the application of the completed veneers. Usually, a patient's permanent porcelain veneers are fabricated and ready for placement within two weeks of the patient's first dental appointment. Our dentists will bond porcelain veneers to the surface of the teeth using a strong dental compound. Once the veneers are in place, the teeth will instantly appear straighter, more even, and uniform.
Benefits of Instant Orthodontics
For patients with crooked teeth, gaps, or other minor malocclusion problems, instant orthodontics with porcelain veneers offers a number of benefits. The most notable advantages of instant orthodontics for our Amarillo patients include:
- Fast treatment results
- Comfortable and convenient treatment
- No need for metal brackets or wires
- Conceals other cosmetic flaws, including dental stains, chips, cracks, and fractures
Learn More
If you've ever wished that you could improve the appearance of crooked teeth without undergoing traditional orthodontic treatment, you may be an ideal candidate for instant orthodontics with porcelain veneers. To learn more about this cosmetic dentistry treatment, contact us at your earliest convenience or call Shemen Dental Group LLP at (806) 358-2472.


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5 Easy Steps to Building Your Business Budget
Q: I'm in my second year of running my business just outside of Portland, Oregon, and I want to do something that I've never done before in 2020: create a budget. I know it's important, but it's always seemed like a task too huge for me to conquer. But, I want to try. Can you help me? What should I do first?
A: Kudos to you for looking to starting off the new decade right by establishing a budget for your business! This is the ultimate form of self-care for your company that will put you in prime position to meet your goals.
I love this description of why a budget is an essential tool for every business from Victor Butcher, who advises small businesses:
"It's like a roadmap for your company. You need the roadmap to understand where you're going with your business."
Let's point you in the right direction.
As you're likely in the midst of getting your financial information for 2019 gathered, it's the perfect time to use those numbers as a basis for the year ahead. Listen, your budget is just comprised of pieces of information that you already have. This is a process of helping you put it together in a meaningful way.
I'll walk you through the basics in 5 easy steps.
1. Figure Out What You Bring In
The premise of budgeting is figuring out how much you have in order to spend within that limit. So that's the first critical step. How much do you bring in each month? You'll also want to think through all of your income sources to help guide you here.
Here are some examples to help you with this of potential sources of income:
Revenue from Your Services
Hourly Earnings
Product Sales
2. Know What Goes Out – Fixed Expenses
Now that you know what you bring in, let's determine what has to go out. What are the fixed expenses for your business? These are typically things like your monthly internet payment, staff salaries, rent, and your accounting software, like Quickbooks or similar.
To refresh your memory, look at your bank statements from the past year to determine how much you pay in fixed costs.
Here are a few more examples of your fixed expenses:
Revenue from Your Services
Hourly Earnings
Product Sales
Accounting Services
3. Time to Look at Variable Expenses
Now that we know our fixed expenses, we turn to our variable expenses. These are expenses that don't have a set price tag each month. These costs can go up and down depending on your needs and finances, like your marketing budget.
Variable expenses are often ones that you can scale up or down depending on how your business performs. If your organization brings in more than you forecasted, you can spend more in this area to accelerate the progress of your business.
If you're still not sure what variable expenses you have, it can be things like:
Contractor Wages
Professional Development/Conferences
Printing Services
4. What You Know You Need to Spend
The word "budget" doesn't mean that you can't have anything you want for your business. It just means that you have to plan it. What do you want, or know that you'll need to spend in 2020?
Is there a conference you've been eyeing? Know that your current computer is about to go the way of the dinosaur? Add these one-time expenses to your budget so that you can plan on how to pay for them.
5. Create Your Budget!
Now that the essential components are in place, you're ready to do your budget! If you're not an Excel whiz, never fear–there are some great templates out there for you to use.
Once you pull this all together in one place, you will feel so proud of yourself, I promise! And more than that, you will have the confidence that you are setting your business up for success in the new year by always having your finger on your company's financial pulse.
I am so thrilled for you. Best of luck to you and with your budget for 2020!


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I think Akemi may have slipped something into my food today. Hear me out. For lunch today, I had a giant cheeseburger with avocado, tomato, wild leek chimichurri, and La Bomba spicy Calabrese pepper spread. I was feeling perfectly fine and lay down for a couple of seconds. Next thing I know, it's 2 hours later! 2 hours! I suspect a couple of Suji's gabapentin may have found their way into my patty. No solid proof because I unwittingly ate all of the evidence, but I'm on my guard.
Came across this interesting article today –
7 Books About the Possible Future of Space Exploration
Strategy meeting tomorrow morning with regard to TimEscape with my production partners, then another one later in the week with my reps. The wheels have started turning again on it and several other projects. Also, last night, I dreamt that I was starting production on yet another project that is picking up steam. Prescient? Probably!
Yesterday's movie-themed question:
What is, in your opinion, the greatest opening scene in a movie?
Answer with a gif. pic.twitter.com/rXibHRpHeY
— Joseph Mallozzi (@BaronDestructo) May 31, 2020
Today's movie-themed question:
What's a movie you expected to hate but you ended up loving?
Answer with a gif. pic.twitter.com/A2zd4ohAas
— Joseph Mallozzi (@BaronDestructo) June 1, 2020


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Apple disappoints–no Jobs or big news at Macworld
SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) ñ Apple Inc said on Tuesday said it was dropping copy protection from songs sold on the Internet and debuted its slimmest 17-inch laptop yet, but with no dramatic products or master pitchman Steve Jobs, the company's final Macworld performance disappointed Wall Street.
Apple shares slid 0.7 percent, lagging by far the Nasdaq's 1.7 percent gain, reflecting frustration over the lack of news from the trade conference that had previously introduced the iPhone to the world.
"There were some innovative products, but no true blockbusters," said Robert Francello, head of equity trading for Apex Capital hedge fund in San Francisco. "People were bullish going into it, and now they're kind of taking money off the table."
Apple said its iTunes music store, which has sold 6 billion songs thus far, will offer its 10-million-song library free of digital rights management — or copy-protection — by the end of the quarter, for between 69 cents and $1.29 a song.
Songs will also be available straight to iPhones over the air, instead of through a computer.
The company decided not use Macworld to launch any major new product, as it had in past years, when it introduced such industry-changing devices as the iPhone.
In years past, the company's Macworld product launches had produced so much buzz that they managed to overshadow events at the far larger Consumer Electronics Show. The 2009 CES show kicks off this week in Las Vegas.
Tuesday's event produced few surprises. Apple announced a $2,799 17-inch laptop that is the company's lightest and slimmest ever, as well as tweaks to software for home movies and photographs.
The event culminated with singer Tony Bennett crooning "The Best is Yet to Come" and "I Left My Heart in San Francisco" in a farewell of sorts to Apple, which will no longer attend the cultural event thronged annually by Mac-faithful.
Jobs, a fixture at past events, was nowhere in sight, despite some hopes for a cameo. Last month, the company said its chief executive and salesman extraordinaire would not deliver the Macworld address. That raised fresh concerns about the cancer survivor's health and signaled to many Apple-watchers that the company had no plans to launch a major product at Macworld.
I love my Mac!!
Apple disappoints–no Jobs or big news at Macworld


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Split is a popular jumping off point to some of the most stunning island beaches in the world but it's also a destination in itself. Of the places I visited in Croatia, Split is my overall favorite because it melds the energy of a big city with the more relaxed vibe of a beach town.
If you're in Europe, you can do Split and nearby islands in four days. If you're coming from further, I'd recommend at least six so that you can fully unwind and explore.
Like much of Croatia, Split has excellent tourist infrastructure. You can easily book your tickets and activities online or at one of the local agencies that dot every corner. Split is unique, however, because it also has the variety of cuisine, activities and experiences of a larger, more cosmopolitan city. You will feel both the vibrancy of a big city and the laidback vibes of a beach holiday destination.
Split doesn't feel like it's exclusively geared up for tourists (e.g. like old town in Dubrovnik) nor does it feel like it's lost its soul to overbuilding (e.g. like Makarska.) The city has struck a balance between history, culture and tourism. This is why it's my favorite of all the Croatian cities and towns that I visited.
You can visit Split as a stand-alone destination or tack it on to a larger trip. This guide will give you highlights of my holiday and inspiration for your own active holiday with a playful spirit.
Marjan Hill is referred to as the "lungs of the city" because it's here that you swap urban vibes for the calming ones of nature. As you delve deeper into the forest, there's a hypnotic mix of greenery and panoramic coastal views. You'll be completely surrounded by trees, unable to imagine that there's an urban sprawl next door and then the next moment the trees will open up to coastal views like the one above.
There are multiple trails (both paved and unpaved) that can be done guided or unguided. No matter how you choose to explore it, Marjan Hill makes for a gorgeous backdrop to your workout; expect to be surrounded by pines, cacti, wild flowers and butterflies! (Just be sure to download a map if you go solo because it's easy to get swallowed by all the greenery and come out the wrong side. Let's just say I had the wildflower scratches to prove it!)
Marjan Hill lies west of the old town and can be reached by car or a twenty minute jog, depending on your location. Be sure to leave some time after your workout to relax or wander!
Trogir is a tiny island town that takes you back to medieval times. It's a scenic half-day getaway, which is easily accessible from Split by way of a forty-five minute drive or one hourish ferry. The UNESCO protected mini town is connected to the mainland by multiple bridges and can be explored within a few hours by foot.
One of the best ways to get familiar with Trogir is by joining the One Day Dalmatian Cuisine Class. Your focus will be on preparing a sumptuous lunch with multiple courses but you'll also learn interesting tidbits about the culture and history of the region. The class is led by the very quirky Ivana whose colorful nails, jewellery and clothes match her colorful house and strong personality. There aren't many people who can still shock me but Ivana has the humor and boldness to make even the most seasoned traveler wonder if they heard her right!
While the experience is more of a demonstration than a traditional cooking class, you'll still learn valuable techniques like how to make delicious soup using simple ingredients or how to keep seafood moist as it bakes. Ivana accommodates different dietary preferences and tastes so if you don't eat meat, dairy or you're picky (like me,) don't worry because she'll have a dish for you!
Through Ivana's class, you'll experience all the steps involved in preparing a local meal - from shopping at the market to cooking in a local home. It's an intimate experience and one that I recommend if you're a foodie or just curious to learn more about Croatian local life in an unusual way. The class is among the highest rated in the area and was personally sourced by our foodie guru of the group, Mei. (Thanks lady!) You can read my review and those of others here.
Once your cooking class is over, be sure to explore more of Trogir in the afternoon! The highlight is climbing to the top of the Saint Lawrence Cathedral for a spectacular view of the town. (Remember to pack your swim suit too since it gets hot in town and all that turquoise water will look very inviting!)
Places don't often look like the postcards but Zlatni Rat is the exception. Located on the island of Brac, this beach is the most gorgeous one that I saw in Croatia and among the top ten that I've visited in my life.
You'll feel like you're swimming in the middle of a secret forest paradise (except for all the people there with you but you won't mind them because it's that stunning here.) While this may be one of the most famous beaches in Croatia, it's surprisingly not too crowded. Perhaps because it's not so quick to get here...
The first part of your trip is easy. Just hop on a ferry from Split to the island of Brac. It should take about an hour and drop you in the port of Supetar. If you didn't take your car on the ferry, you'll need to jump in a taxi van to make the drive from the ferry to the other side of the island. For fifty kuna, you'll pack in with nine strangers for a thirty minute ride (the maps will say longer but they don't account for Croatian driving!) The drive gives you a taste for the layout of the island and for the eclectic taste that is Croatian radio. You'll likely listen to everything from clubby electro beats to opera - and your driver will nod his head along to it all.
Once you arrive the beach, your driver will arrange to meet you all at a set time. You can try to go back to Supetar with a different taxi but it's best to stay with the same one, especially if you have a ferry to catch. (Ferries are every hour fifteen or longer.) Of course who knows who or what you'll meet that will keep you at Zlatni! It's a gorgeous place and there is a nudie part after all! (We joked that the two older ladies that came in our van missed the return because they found some grandpas!)
Once on the beach, you can lie out, eat at one of the concession stands or even catch a game at one of the beach bar TVs. The more remote you go along the beach, the closer you'll get to the nudie side. Unlike other nude beaches, this one isn't really hidden. You might be walking around and all of a sudden you stumble into that one bold person that's baking naked in the sun. As you continue to walk past them, that person becomes the majority.
This is where I recommend you do my number four experience and go for that nudie swim! Imagine being in a giant outdoor bathtub except the sun is shining on your face and you're floating in clear salt water. People might stare at you initially but then they look elsewhere...remember you're just one nudie of many!
We went to Zlatni for an afternoon but I highly recommend going for the morning so that you can rent one of the sunchairs. They go quick because it is a pebbly beach.
Even after reading about the palace and seeing pictures, you won't be prepared for the sheer size of it. It's so intact that you will feel transported in time rather than left imagining what some ancient ruins must have once been. For me, this palace is second in impressiveness only to the city of Dubrovnik. It's that good AND it's less crowded.
From 4th century AD, Diocletian's Palace was intended to be the retirement home of ONE emperor (and of course all his staff, protection and minions.) Today, the Palace is home to shops, bars and restaurants. It's worth exploring at least two times - once early in the morning before most tourists arrive and once in the evening so that you get the magical ambiance of soft glowly lights and live performers. Be sure to stop in the main square in the evening, before midnight, because there's usually live music and dancing! Have a drink and sit on one of the cushions from the sidelines or join in on the dance floor...don't be shy, we saw all ability levels out there during our stay!
Many know Hvar as the party island but it's also renowned for a rich history and stunning nearby beaches. Although our group did a day trip, I recommend staying at least one night because there's so much to explore! The main highlights are the Fortress at the top of the island (spectacular views), the city center, the promenade and the surrounding Palkeni Islands that you can easily reach by boat taxi from the Hvar town center.
The city center is filled with shops, restaurants and a gorgeous promenade. These are definitely worth a wander but can be done in the evening. Use the sunshine time instead to explore the nearby Pakleni islands. You can choose to go with an organized tour to get a taste for multiple islands or you can go independently to one or two specific islands with one of the taxi boats. These guys leave every 20 minutes or so (usually once they've filled up with enough customers.) You buy a return ticket and go at your leisure but beware that each boat does a specific route so realistically you can only do one route per day unless you go early or privately.
Each island has a different vibe. Some islands are more for families, some are for partying and some are for nudies. (Some can be for all three!) Ask the taxi boat drivers about what they offer and choose your vibe(s) for the day. Also be sure to get the return boat times so that you're not rushed...or stranded.
Plan for an evening return back to the Hvar city center. That should leave you just enough time to hike up to the Fortress for sunset or stroll around town before taking your boat back to Split. If you choose to stay over in Hvar and have the energy, you can cap off the night with one of the many island parties.
Hvar is a one hour boat ride from Split. (Make sure you take the speed boat and not the ferry!)
This activity should go under the Body section but it's just so enjoyable that I'm putting it in this special category of Play. It will take you back to a feeling of kiddie wonderment and awe.
I always try to do water sports when I travel because it gives you a great workout in a unique way. The Glow SUP tour was the exception because it was more than a workout, it was a full sensory experience. From the sights to the sounds, to that calming feeling you get while floating in water at night, it was all very mesmerising.
Your Glow SUP experience starts at sunset as you paddle out into the water of a deserted beach in the suburbs of Split. When night descends, the LED glow underneath your board gets brighter. As you paddle along the gentle ocean waves, small fish swim along with you (attracted to the glow of your board.) Soon it's just the glow of the board beneath you and of the stars above that light your way. The tour is two hours but it will fly by, leaving you feeling relaxed, inspired and, yes, slightly accomplished because it can still be a workout as you move against those currents and the wind!
The bonus? There's a giant inflatable obstacle course next to the beach that you can tackle at the end of your tour. It's not officially part of it but...I'm never going to pass the chance to master a floatie wipeout!
See my full review and details on the experience here.
From the people to the scenery, Croatia continually lived up to the hype. The only underwhelming part of my entire trip was the coffee. Unfortunately, that's quite a big thing because my morning ritual involves a nice cuppa no matter where I am in the world.
Now, I know a lot of the coffee in Croatia is made in the Turkish style and it isn't for everyone. It's very strong and it can taste burnt if done poorly. Well it seemed like it was always burnt for me! It got to the point that I was seriously considering giving up coffee for the trip...until I discovered 4Coffee Soul Food in Split.
4Coffee is a hole in the wall cafe (the wall being Diocletian's Palace but a wall nevertheless.) It's tiny with just enough space for a coffee bar and two stools. There aren't any hipster extras. People who come here are coming for the coffee and the coffee alone, which is made exceptionally well!
I'd religiously go here each morning, take my coffee to go and sip it on the steps outside the palace. It was the highlight to my mornings as a non-morning person...that's saying something! If you don't believe how good this place is, see my review and those of others here. We can't all be wrong ;)
(We didn't do an overnight in Hvar but all of us wish we had so I'm including it here.)
DAY 1 - Explore Split old town city center & pier
DAY 2- Morning workout and exploring in Marjan Hill, afternoon ferry to Hvar, explore one route of islands, stay overnight
DAY 3 - Explore more of Hvar and Islands, evening back to Split
DAY 4- Trip to Trogir and cooking class, evening Glow SUP tour
DAY 5- Trip to Zlatni Rat beach, return to Split and go on to next destination or head home
Wear what you would on a typical beach holiday but always have layers ready! It can go from rainy and slightly chilly to scorching hot within a few hours. People do tend to dress up at night but it's still mostly casual chic.
High season is end of June through August. If you can get the shoulder part of that (early June or September) you're better off for avoiding crowds, finding higher quality accommodation and still getting the good weather. October is also recommended by locals as the water can still be warm and most cruises and family trippers have already visited over the summer school holidays.
There's a variety of accommodation in Split at many price levels. Make sure to stay somewhere near the old town and not far from the ferries to help ease your days of exploring. Parking is a nightmare near old town and expensive if you go into a private garage so if you're traveling by car, arrange parking with your accommodation beforehand to avoid a lot of headdache!
Of all the places I visited during our Croatia trip, the food was consistently good in Split. There's also a lot of variety including vegan and vegetarian options. Just be sure to eat before midnight if you're staying near old town as many places close down the kitchens. This isn't a 24 hour foodie town (although you may find exceptions.)
The one meal that I suffered most with was breakfast. Every day I went out looking for breakfast that would consist of more than just cornflakes, bread or eggs. If you love your brekkie, do yourself a favor and make it yourself (many supermarkets are nearby) or get a local recommendation.
Most everyone that you will interact with at the shops, ferries, etc. will speak a decent level of English. Of course, it's always good to learn basic Croatian phrases as these seemed to be appreciated. (Pronunciation is a tough one though!!!)
If you've got questions about Split or Croatia, leave them in the comments or email me firstname.lastname@example.com. I'd love to help you get this one off the bucketlist!
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The new animated children's TV show, "Molly of Denali," is the first national children's show to feature an Alaska Native lead.
Some of the show's creators came to Juneau this month. As part of their visit, they put on a vocal acting workshop to help local kids find their own voices.
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Price was one of 13 kids in the workshop on self-expression and voice acting. It was held the day before a community screening of the show in Juneau. Both events were organized by the Central Council of the Tlingit and Haida Indian Tribes of Alaska. KTOO provided the space for the workshop.
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Read: 4 Harsh Realities of Life That You Need to Know in Your 30s
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Saturday, August 22, 2009
Day 15 of 17 Days to MFF - Breakitdown
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- AnonymousAugust 22, 2009 at 11:18 PM
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