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Andrew Rae
To hear Andrew Rae tell it, he always felt like there was a secret in the family. When it came to his Uncle Richard, who died when Rae was still a child, his father and mother rarely spoke of him. For years, Rae just assumed that it was a painful topic. After all, his uncle was still relatively young when he died of pneumonia in 1984.
Or was it just pneumonia? Rae, the middle child of three boys raised in small town Texas, would sometimes hear from one of his cousins that Uncle Dick had actually died in a construction accident.
"There would be these portraits at the house," recalls Rae over tea in North Park. "There would be pics of my dad and my uncles Dick and Don as children, but not many of them from when they were older."
Then in 2006, Rae was at the airport with his mom getting ready to board a plane when he asked a question that he thought was innocent enough.
"Something else came up at the airport, and I asked my mom 'why is dad such a homophobe?'" Rae says. "She told me, 'well, your father was the only person that was at your uncle's bedside.' Come to find out, when he died, he was ostracized from the family and had been kicked out of hospitals. My dad was the only one who was there for him and took the brunt of it, but he's never said a word about it to anyone."
The conversation was eye-opening to say the least. His mother went on to reveal that while the official cause of death was pneumonia, Uncle Dick had actually been a gay man and died from complications related to AIDS. In the early '80s, the disease was still relatively new, misunderstood and feared. Rae says many hospitals refused to even admit his uncle. His own family cut him off after it was revealed that he was, in fact, a gay man with a disease that many referred to at the time as the "gay plague."
This revelation about his uncle led to Rae inquiring further, but it would still be another three years before his father began to open up. Rae and his brothers visited their family's ranch in Round Top, Texas and, one day (and despite what Rae describes as a "palpable tension"), his father brought out a box of his brother's stuff that he'd had in storage for over 20 years.
In rifling through his uncle's old things, Rae made the discovery that his uncle worked as an artist. In the boxes were art supplies, many of them unused.
"Both my little brother and I are artists and there was always this sense of 'where did this come from,'" says Rae, pointing out that neither his father or mother were artistically inclined.
While Rae still isn't sure what kind of art his uncle practiced, he now felt a deep connection to him and felt compelled to somehow pay tribute to him. Rae took home many of his uncle's supplies, including an unused sketchbook, which he used to create illustrations that dealt in themes of masculinity and childhood. Rae became fairly obsessed with the project, working on it nonstop for over a month.
"Art has always been my process and my therapeutic medium," Rae says. "When I found his art supplies, I was shocked. I felt this story emerging that I had no idea was there before, but in a lot of ways I'd been looking for my entire life."
A tertiary glance at the images could give the viewer the sense that the illustrations, while nonlinear, are based on pictures of his uncle, but they're actually sketched from found images that Rae would pull from '60s and '70s-era magazines. He would often spend hours and tons of money in a Hillcrest store, now closed, that sold vintage copies of magazines. He says he appropriated the pictures and would tweak them to give the illustration the mood he desired. The results are often contemplative and understated, and while they aren't highly detailed, the resulting images—combined with the fact that they're drawn on brittle, yellowing and translucent paper—often have a despondent but nonetheless magical feel to them.
"It really was an exercise in free association, but one of the themes that persisted in all of the photos was this sense of sinking melancholy and the struggle of not being accepted," Rae says. "I'm imagining him at different points in his life as well. From a child on."
In fact, boyhood plays a large role in the sketches. Rae says that he was interested in exploring the challenges a young child might face as they slowly realize they may not be like other boys. Within that struggle, male relationships are reassessed, redressed and ultimately redefined.
He says that at the end and when the sketchbook was filled, that he wanted to continue with it, but that it just didn't feel right if the story wasn't part of the original sketchbook. He's been sitting on the works for a few years now and while he says he could never sell them, he is open to somehow displaying them. For the most part, he feels as if he's done with the project, which he has lovingly dubbed Drawings of Richard.
"It was only recently, despite the fact that I finished a while ago, that I began to think that this could be the beginning of talking about it and creating something with it," Rae says. "Something that could create some kind of legacy for him when it seems like something that was stolen from him."
Rae is hopeful that getting the story out there may help his family come to terms with what has been a secret for far too long. Rae and his father still haven't talked much about Uncle Dick, nor does his father know what Rae did with his uncle's old sketchbook.
When asked if he's worried about his father finding out from this article, Rae smiles.
"It's time."


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We invite you to bring your child to this very valuable milestone. Faye Witulski and Pastor Rebecca will be leading this event in the meeting room (front of old sanctuary). Your child will be excused from the regular Sunday School classes to join you for this milestone.
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Yay for the weekend! But what to do on my nails... I've been doing so many reviews that my brain is stuck in review thinking mode lol. If you remember my post on the 50 sheets of full nail water decals I purchased from eBay, I think I mentioned that I had just order another 50 pack of single designs. These arrived really quickly and there are some very pretty decals.
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Did Blair blink first on terror? Analysis By Nick Assinder
Political correspondent, BBC News website
This is how the BBC Web site titled its alleged analysis of the alleged debate on the alleged 'anti-terror' law but how much analysis does it actually contain? Precious little basically, but lots of assumptions. For example Assinder tells us without a shred of evidence to back up his assertion that:
And it certainly seemed to be the case that the public were broadly behind the government's approach.[1]
Oh really? On what is this opinion based? Well you won't find anything on the BBC Web site that supports Assinder's assertion, it's just more 'received opinion' masquerading as fact, glibly tossed into the piece in one sentence.
The central thrust of the 'analysis' revolves around the spurious and entirely irrelevant 'debate' about a 'sunset' clause, in other words a time limit on the law. The fundamental idea namely that the state can imprison people for what they might do (or think) has conveniently vanished. Convenient because tackling the issue of preventive detention – because that's what the law is all about – is entirely missing from Assinder's phony analysis.
What does emerge (though by accident, not design) is that all the political parties used the 'debate' as a cynical point-scoring exercise, thus depriving the public of anything approaching a real debate on the fundamental principle at stake here – preventive detention using the ploy of "terrorist related activity".
In another piece with the paradoxical title of:
Fighting terror within democracy by Neil Bennett
BBC home affairs correspondent
We are told that:
They are held because the intelligence services, MI5 and MI6, have information about them which gives rise to suspicion that they are linked to international terrorism.
Normally they would be charged with criminal offences and brought before the courts.
But in the case of the 12 individuals still being detained under this Act, there is either not enough evidence to charge them or the information about them comes from sources which the government does want to be exposed in court. [my emph. WB][2]
So it's merely suspicion that deprives individuals of their liberty. The article ends with the following statement that could well have come from the home secretary himself:
It will be a prolonged debate as the terrorist threat will be with us for years to come. [3]
Although again, what is the basis of this assertion? The BBC it seems, is in total lockstep with the government's propaganda campaign, so much so that it doesn't even bother to use it's boilerplate phrase 'it is believed' that the terrorist threat will be with us for years to come. Whoops! sorry 'bout that, pressed the wrong F-Key.
And in yet a third piece, we are told by top cop Sir Ian Blair:
Election 'could be terror target'
… terror groups would remember the effect of the Madrid bomb on Spain's general election last year.
Other potential targets were the royal wedding and the UK's presidency of the European Union and G8, he said.
He refused to say if there was specific information about the risk of a pre-poll attack. No 10 was similarly cautious but said the threat was real … "Terrorists have long memories." [my emph. WB] [4]
So is it only terrorists who have long memories? What kind of assinine statement is this? And these are the people allegedly conducting the 'war on terror'! The same piece quotes our glorious leader Blair:
"There is no greater civil liberty than to live free from terrorist attack."[5]
Except of course, a law that locks people up to prevent them from possibly doing something a single individual, namely the home secretary, thinks they might do on the basis of secret information (but not enough to actually charge them with an offence) obtained from who knows where (and some of it through the use of torture in far-off lands eg, Uzbekistan, where it's the practice to boil people alive). Spare me a 'civil liberty' that calls itself a civil liberty by taking away my civil liberties!
The article ends by reducing the nature of the 'opposition' to the bill with a single sentence:
But critics are concerned that it would be the home secretary and not judges who decided to impose control orders. [6]
Any other kind of criticism it seems, is not worthy of entering the BBC's 'debate' about a law that takes away our civil liberties with one phrase that it doesn't even bother to mention – "terrorist related activity".
This is what you get for your hard-earned money, extorted from you in the guise of a license fee for allegedly supplying you with a public service, namely, a 'public' broadcasting system that propagandizes on behalf of a government busily building a security state that Goebbels or Stalin would be proud of.
Just received, the statement by arch-Tory Boris Johnson MP, who seems to have a better handle on the implications of the proposed law than an entire parliament-full of alleged democrats:
Boris Johnson MP denounces Government's latest Anti-Terror plans
Speaking in the Chamber, Boris Johnson MP yesterday lambasted the Government's proposed Prevention of Terrorism Bill as an attack on the fundamental principles of Habeas Corpus:
"I hope that the House will forgive me if I begin by repeating some of the powers that the Home Secretary is about to take under this Bill: the power to lock someone up in their own house; the power to stop other people visiting that person; the power to remove any item of property from that person's house; the power to tag that person; the power to ask that person to surrender his or her passport, to report to a police station and to produce any information demanded of him; in other words, the power to incarcerate that person.
"These powers are to be exercised against anyone whom the Home Secretary deems to be involved in a terrorism-related activity. Such a person is defined in the broadest possible terms as, for instance, someone engaged in conduct that gives support or assistance to individuals who are known or believed to be engaged in terrorism-related activities. It is the intention to detain such people without trial for an unlimited period, contrary to the most basic principles of English law." [my emph. WB]
Good on yer Boris. At least one person with the courage to call a spade a spade.
1. http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/politics/4341865.stm
2. ibid
3. http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk/3652981.stm
4. ibid
5. http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk_politics/4295489.stm
6. ibid
And a couple of additional resources
Statewatch Report: G8, EU & UK counter-terrorism plans – The exceptional and draconian become the norm


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Traveling is absolutely one of my most favorite things. Be it short (long-weekend) trips or week-long holidays, getting to know new places has always made me see life through a unique lens. Traveling helps in countering negative thoughts and managing stress, and even increases creativity & analytical thinking. It's one of my top four recommended activities to achieve career success. I have been to many places. In this post, I am taking a trip down the memory lane to pen down the places I would love to visit again.
Scottish Highlands (Apr' 2010)
This was my first full-fledged holiday in the UK. First things in life are anyway special. Wales is always worth a visit, and make sure you look into Wales national rail to find the best travel routes, but the Scottish Highlands made the first trip within the UK even more special. .The landscapes, mountains, and loches are a real treat for the eyes.
It was not really sunny during our trip. But, luckily, it wasn't raining either. As you can see from the above pics, the view is really stunning even on cloudy days.
Spots like Loch Ness, Isle of Skye, Glen Cloe, Loch Alsh, Ben Nevis, Eilean Donan Castle are like heaven for hiking lovers. Those who want a more relaxed outing, spend some time in Dunkeld, Inverness, and Stirling.
Paris (Apr' 2011)
The Paris trip was shortly after India's World Cup triumph (after 28 years). So, the build-up for this trip was great.
No wonder why Paris is considered one of the most romantic cities in the world. Paris holds a certain charm, an allure beyond most other cities.
Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, Arc de Triomphe, Notre-Dame de Paris, and the Champs-Elysées Boulevard are unmissable. I also got a chance to visit the Disneyland as well.
In short, Paris is amazing, cheerful, artistic, and vibrant. It's not a dull city, but neither a very fast-paced one like London.
It doesn't matter where you put up in the city. There is always something to do in Paris. After all, there is every reason why people call Paris 'The city of lights', 'the city of Romance', 'the culinary capital of the world'.
Over seven million people visit Paris each year. So, I don't see any reason why I shouldn't visit Paris again.
Andaman (Mar' 2014)
The Andaman trip was a special one in every sense. It was a family holiday after 7 long years – after I returned from Holland and before leaving for Australia.
Andaman is very different from any small town/village in mainland India. Andaman is all about peace and tranquility.
Top attractions – Havelock, Neil Island, Ross Island, Port Blair, Viper Island, Radhanagar Beach and so on. If you enjoy water sports, you will have a great time.
Germany (Apr' 2013) & Belgium (May' 2013)
If you are living in the Netherlands, Belgium and Germany are among those destinations that could easily pop to your mind whenever you have no fixed plans and want to take a short trip. There are so many beautiful places to visit there.
For Belgium, it was a day trip for me (and two of my friends). We had visited Antwerp, which was around 3 hours from Utrecht by train (normally it should be around 2.5 hours). If you drive, you could actually make it in less than 2 hours. Brussels is another great place to visit in Belgium, especially the Christmas market during the winters. Whatever you do, you shouldn't miss Belgian Chocolates and Belgian Beer 🙂
Germany trip was during the Easter break. We had taken a train from Utrecht to Hannover city. It was a great 5-hour train journey, to be honest. In Germany, we visited Hannover and Goslar during the days and stayed at Clausthal. At that time, it was -22C; so quite a chilling, but a memorable trip.
Sydney (Feb – May 2015)
Unlike the UK and Netherlands, my stay in Australia (Sydney) was a shorter one. Nevertheless, the experience was amazing.
Sydney can offer a laid-back outdoor lifestyle, vibrant nightlife, world-class restaurants & cafes, stylish shopping, adventurous outdoor sports, and spectacular sightseeing. I would highly recommend you Book accommodation at Sydney Lodges as they offered some of the most amazing views and it was a pleasure to stay with them.
The beaches in and around Sydney are simply mindblowing. Manly, Bondi, Coogee – all are praiseworthy. I really used to love the walk along the Coogee-Bondi walk (around 6 km) along the coast.
Visiting the Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge was like a dream come true. In fact, I also got to watch the World Cup semi-final between India & Australia at the SCG, which used to be 15 minutes walking from my place. It was a heck of an atmosphere at the ground. The only bad part was that India lost the match quite comprehensively.
The Sydney trip was a solo-trip in the real sense. This was the phase that really changed really changed the track of my life and I decided to become a solopreneur.
Thailand (Oct' 2017)
Thailand (Thailandia for my Spanish readers)
is often portrayed as the 'Land of Smiles', and I couldn't agree more. Thailand obviously offers scenic beaches and cosmopolitan nightlife. Additionally, I also found the Thai people as one of the most hospitable ones – very calm, composed, respectful, and always smiling.
Since Thailand is so close to India, and even more feasible from Kolkata (my home-town), I might visit Thailand again a few more times. More importantly, you can also get an on-arrival visa without too many hassles.
If you love beaches and water-sports, Thailand could be actually cheaper than Goa or Andaman, even after including the airfare. It's one of the top 11 cheapest countries to travel from India. Apart from being cheap, Thailand is very cultured, peaceful, colorful, chilled, and green.
Alicante (Costa Blanca) / Spain (Jun' 2013)
Beaches, Mountains, Monuments, wild coves, fine golden sand, crystal clear waters, Mediterranean Food, Bear, Mojito, and Nice Weather – Alicante will offer everything you can ask for. You can also go for grand shopping, especially leather items, and designer clothes.
Alicante might not be as glamorous like Barcelona or Madrid, but it has the laid-back small-town charm that will mesmerize you.
English is not very widely spoken in this part. But, you will get along without too many difficulties. Besides, Spanish people are amongst the nicest people I've ever met. So, nothing to be worried at all.
Make sure you do visit the Calpe beach and grab a local Mojito there.
Kashmir (May' 2016)
Kashmir – 'Beauty beyond Words' and 'Paradise on Earth'. Do I need to say anything more?
High mountains, sloppy peaks, chilling springs, unspoiled forests, extravagant natural beauty, and warm people – that's all you can expect from Kashmir. Additionally, you can experience multiple adventure activities such as trekking, ice skating, river crossing, paragliding, horse riding, mountaineering etc.
There were two more factors that made the Kashmir trip even more special. Firstly, it was a huge respite from the summer heat (went there at the end of May). Secondly, it was the first trip with two of my closest childhood friends. So, that made this trip a very memorable one.
We were in Pahelgaon, Srinagar, Gulmarg, and Sonmarg. In Pahelgaon & Srinagar, we also tasted the local cuisines like Rogan Josh, Goshtaba, Yakhni, Kashmiri Pulav, and of course Kahwah (Kashmiri Tea). Due to lakes, nearby locations, local food, and shopping facilities, Srinagar is one of the top places to visit in North India.
It was really hard to leave Kashmir after an action-packed week. I want to go back right now as I am writing this!
Utrecht / Netherlands (2012 – 2014)
The Netherlands consistently ranks among the top places in the world to live and work for the expats. I moved to the Netherlands (Holland) in October 2012. It's a very small country but has got a lot to offer to the travelers & tourists. It's truly the land of clogs, tulips, and windmills.
In Holland, Amsterdam is typical atop of travelers' lists. But, Utrecht and Rotterdam are also worth visiting. I was based out of Utrecht, which is a student-city located around 50 km south of Amsterdam (25 minutes by train).
Utecht is pretty much centrally located in Holland. The city has got the cozy feel of a small town. Being a university town (or student city), Utrecht is also a very liberal, multicultural, and safe place. You can literally roam around pretty late at night. It's a very old city, and way less crowded than Amsterdam.
If you happen to be in Utrecht, do grab the Dutch snacks (Bitterballen, Croquettes, Dutch Fries, Kibbeling) with Heineken or Weissbier at a cafe or pub along the canal.
Although located in Continental Europe, English is very widely spoken in Holland. So, the language barrier is not an issue in the Netherlands. The locals are very friendly and straight-forward. You might not find too many Asians outside Amsterdam. But, the Netherlands is very multicultural in its own way.
Oxford / UK (2010 – 2012)
The UK feels almost like a second home. Having studied there and spent some of the best years of my life, it's very close to my heart. So, it's definitely on the top of the places I would love to visit again.
The British culture is all about Politeness, Culture & Traditions, the Queen, Academic Heritage, Fish-n-Chips, Sports, Nightlife & Pub Hopping, Countryside, English Breakfast, and the (in)famous Unpredictable Weather.
The country has got several great places to visit. My personal favorites have been Birmingham, London, Manchester, Glasgow, Bath, Cambridge, Warwick, and of course, Oxford.
Initially, I was in Birmingham during my Masters. Later I moved to Oxford. Oxford is another historic, very old university-town (student city). If you think about sightseeing, there is something unique in every part of the city.
The University of Oxford is a Collegiate University and had 38 Colleges. Each and every College has got its history. The most notable ones (or my favorite) for visiting are Christ Church, Trinity, Magdalen, Exeter, Queen's, Balliol, Jesus, Corpus Christi, and St. Johns. The city has got several nice cafes, restaurants, and pubs.
Oxford is quite close and very well connected to London by Coach (~1 hour 40 minutes) and Train (~1 hour 10 minutes).
So, have you been to any of the above places, or planning one in the near future? I would love to hear from you. Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments below.
All the images were taken with mobile cameras (Nokia 6220, Nokia 5230, and Asus Zenfone 5) and collaged via www.photocollage.com.


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They say time is a constant but is that really true? Back in April when I was in a side-room on a Ward following my Beetroot episode I mused on whether time ran at the same rate in the side-room as it did on the main Ward. I have pondered this again this week. There are other times when time drags – or slips away. And it's not just the minutes and seconds causing grief. Tracking whole days can be a challenge – I have had to think really hard to work out that today (or yesterday, or even the day before that by the time you read this) is Wednesday. With a day in bed and normal routines aborted the week had completely lost its shape, but now that schools are back it might start to make sense again. Continue reading "Time is leaking out of my Laptop"
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I (thankfully) popped into this restaurant/bakery/bar hybrid by James Beard Award-winning Ken Forkish after a local recommended it. Trifecta serves up a fantastic burger smothered in authentic pimento cheese—and as a Southerner, I feel confident making that statement. If you're feeling adventurous, belly up to the bar and order a bone marrow Manhattan. Bar Manager Colin Carroll infuses bourbon with wood-fire grill charred marrow for a perfectly Portland (read: unusual) drink. Look for its offshoot, Trifecta Annex, beginning May 1 in Pine Street Market, the city's first food hall, for all the gluten: made-from-scratch croissants and pizzas, and… wait for it… a toast bar.
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Rashan Haniffa completed his Doctoral training at St Anne's College, University of Oxford in Clinical Medicine on a methodology for evaluating acute and critical care services in resource limited settings. He is now completing his advanced training in critical care medicine and anaesthesia in London alongside his appointment as a NIHR Clinical Lecturer at University College London. His research undertakings have resulted in numerous national research grants focused on building capacity for critical care in resource limited settings. He co- founded a national intensive care registry and bed surveillance system in South Asia. He is a founding trustee and research lead of the Network for Improving Critical care Systems and Training NICST), a UK based charity which aims to build global health and critical care capacity in lower and middle-income countries by fusing surveillance, research, training, and clinical quality improvement methodologies.


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S2 EPISODE 26 - Sprinters, Hockey Players & Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S) w/ Jen Sygo MSc RD/
Season 2 Episode 26, Dr. Bubbs interviews Jen Sygo RD MS, Performance Nutritionist for the NBA's Toronto Raptors and Athletics Canada to talk relative energy deficiency in sport (RED-S). In this episode, Jen will discuss her recent study on REDS in female sprinters, share primary red flag symptoms and secondary ones to watch out for, and talk about the common misconception of low energy availability in power and sprint sports, and the consequences on performance. Jen also shares new insights on within day energy balance, the difficulties in assessing energy intake and expenditure, when athletes are "circling the drain" and share her experience working with NHL hockey players during the grueling playoff run and fueling in compressed competition schedules.
Lay-Ups In This Episode
1) RED-S is Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport is the result of insufficient caloric intake and/or excessive energy expenditure.
2) 'Energy availability' (EA) refers to the amount of energy left over and available for your body's functions after the energy expended for training is subtracted from the energy you take in from food.
3) Low Energy Availability is not just a problem for females or endurance athletes, it can impact all athletes.
Link to Research Paper
Prevalence of Indicators of Low Energy Availability in Elite Female Sprinters
About Jennifer Sygo
Jennifer Sygo MS is Registered Dietitian and Performance Nutritionist for the Toronto Raptors and Athletics Canada. She is the author of Unmasking Superfoods, a national best-seller in Canada in 2014. Find out more at JenniferSygo.com and follow Jen on Twitter.


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Stella Barra Pizzeria
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OpenLunch Fri.-Sun., Dinner nightly
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- Valet parking
- Dress code: Casual
- Full bar
- No reservations for parties under 6
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Stella Barra Pizzeria Restaurant Review: To make the pizzas at Stella Barra unique, and to distinguish the restaurant from others serving the popular Italian dish, chef Jeff Mahin put a lot of work into creating the dough. After over 30 trials, he came up with a recipe that will keep the place busy for a long time. It is thin in the middle, thick and crunchy on the outside, and very tasty. Considering it involves a three-day process, the pies are very reasonably priced, from $14.95 for the margherita to $17.95 for the prosciutto and farm egg pizza. The white pizza (no tomato) with crispy purple kale, pecorino and roasted garlic is a must. You can always pick some "add-ons" such as wild arugula if you want to personalize your pizza. Since Mahin trained at The Fat Duck, Nobu and Arzak in Spain, he can also cook "regular" dishes, so make sure to try the fresh local burrata before commencing the pizza feast. End with the salted caramel pot de crème. For drinks, beers outnumber wines, and there are a few specialty cocktails. The ambience is casual and can get loud, as the room is quite large, with a substantial bar occupying the center of the room, and an open kitchen. Welcome to pizza heaven! Also located at 6372 W. Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, 323-301-4001.
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Two large print banners designed for Cypress Pacific - A Viridis Energy Company.
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A compilation of selected logos designed for clients over the years.
Experimental works for improvement/self learning purposes.
Business cards created for a start-up company called "MP Pacific Media Group".
SFU Surrey Library project, a conceptual re-design with interaction and technology.
Sample branding project panel made for Ecko Ltd.
Information Model designed to visualize ideas involving marketing and culture.
Information Model designed to present the change and importance in demographics.
A sample poster designed using mainly Typography, with reference to the design styles of David Carson.
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Sunday is ALWAYS Family Day – it's the day we take to chill and refill the tank.Read More
Featured 7.4-7.10 | Bruce Bozzi is restaurant royalty. His Great Grandfather, Pio Bozzi, co-founded the original Palm Restaurant in New York City in 1926, and now, three generations later, Bruce is the Executive VP of the company, overseeing 26 locations. But that's not even half the story. He's heart-stoppingly gorgeous, ridiculously funny and incredibly kind. He's wildly popular, counting Andy Cohen, SJP and Scarlett Johansson as BFFs. He's an amazing father and he's one of the oldest friends I have on this Earth. And here's the thing about Bruce: when you're around him, it feels like the sun is shining directly on you. For real. All of this to say he was a natural choice to be a Select Guest: he's a charitable foodie with a healthy dose of vanity, a world traveler with a great sense of style and a homebody who loves Instagram better than anyone you know. Welcome to Bruce's week.
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I am a tailored guy and love clothes that fit (some might say hug) my body are key — I like to feel sexy when I am out in the world.Read More
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My family has been in the restaurant business forever, so food is something that is extremely important to me. Enjoying a night out with friends and family, or staying home entertaining and playing games are some of my favorite times.Read More
I really believe that giving back is essential today more than ever. The good fortune that has surrounded me, and the hard work I do, allows me the privilege to participate with charities that help others.Read More
Bruce Bozzi Jr. is executive vice president of Palm Restaurant Group. He is the fourth-generation descendent of The Palm's co-founder, and the son of co-chairman and co-owner Bruce Bozzi Sr. As executive vice president, Bruce directs the company's marketing, culinary and human resource teams and regularly visits Palm locations throughout the country to ensure that all restaurants maintain the same rigorous standards of quality, hospitality, and tradition.
Having grown up at The Palm – literally – he has held virtually every management position at Palm locations across the U.S. Prior to his current position, he served as regional director of operations for The Palm's 10 locations in the Northeast.
In addition to his travels on behalf of The Palm, Bruce divides his time between Washington, D.C., his native Manhattan, and Los Angeles.
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Heavy Leather Android/Ipad Mini Slip Case With Celtic Dragon Design By Brian Scott
This wonderful slip cover has the back laser engraved with my Celtic Dragon. Keep your Nexus 7, iPad Mini, or other 7 inch tablets safe in this beautiful case.
This is the perfect gift for you or anyone you treasure.
The price includes the option for a name or short phase engraved on the front flap.
Great new Tablet case made with veggie tanned 4-5 thick leather.
Size: 9 1/4and 5 1/2 inches
Each is hand dyed and sewn using heavy waxed thread. Natural materials bring unique differences in colors so no two are completely alike. Can dye many different colors - Tan (as pictured), black, blue, red, purple, green. If you need a special color please let me know. Colors will vary because each item is hand dyed on a natural material.
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26 Jun 2017
President Macron in the cockpit of a Dassault fighter jet. The man helping him is Eric Trappier, the CEO of Dassault Aviation.
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CUBA, this new frontier in travel for Americans continues to evolve! CUBA, the largest island in the Caribbean, offers not only tropical scenery, but a rich culture and fascinating history. Cuba's capital city, the infamous Havana, with its colorful, classic 1950s style cars and art nouveau Spanish colonial architecture gives Havana a distinct look and feel as if you have stepped back in time.
There's a true blending of cultures represented on this island of CUBA with roots from the Taíno indigenous people, and a significant influence from Spanish and African cultures. Today, Cuba exhibits its varied heritage with a vibrant community of artists, musicians, dancers, writers, and chefs—all contributing to the creative landscape of Cuba. You are now able to take advantage of several exciting new opportunities to travel to Cuba on People-to-People educational tours. Expect to experience Cuba through personal interactions with locals which is a truly unique travel experience.
The news comes just a few months after JetBlue became the first U.S. commercial airline to fly a scheduled flight to Cuba in more than half a century. American Airlines followed soon after.But what's most exciting about Southwest's announcement is that flights are starting for as low as $59 each way. The airline said that in honor of its new service, the special low fare is available for travel between Nov. 13 and April 24, 2017. Customers need to book their flights before Nov. 20, and 14-days advance purchase is required.
Source: Southwest Airlines Is Making It Easier (And Cheaper) To Fly To Cuba | Huffington Post
Travel to Cuba Requirements- the basics:
Every American Traveler must have a U.S. Passport that is valid up to, at minimum, 6 months from their scheduled return date.
Tourist Visa is Required: Although "Tourist" activities in Cuba remain prohibited by U.S. Laws for U.S. citizens, there are 12 categories of travel that are authorized as doable for visiting Cuba;
- Visiting family
- Humanitarian projects or to provide support to the Cuban people
- Official business of the U.S. government, foreign governments and certain intergovernmental organizations
- Journalistic activities
- Professional research
- Educational activities by persons at academic institutions
- People-to-people "educational exchange" travel
- Religious activities
- Public performance, clinics, workshops, athletic or other competitions and exhibitions
- Authorization to provide travel services, carrier services and remittance forwarding services
- Activities of private foundations, research or educational institutes
- Exportation of certain Internet-based services
For all specific requirements for traveling to Cuba, more information and updates, please visit the following websites:
United States Department of State: International Travel
Very informative FAQ page from website: Cuba Travel Services
A few other Airlines currently authorized to provide Cuba flight services:
American Airlines — Delta Airlines — JetBlue Airlines
Find out about Cruising Cuba from Montego Bay, Jamaica on Celestyal Cruises
People-to-People:Immersive Cultural Exchange Cruises with Fathom Impact Travel
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To the Editor:
"Spring Rain, Then Foul Algae in Ailing Lake Erie" (front page, March 15) tells a compelling story about the plight of Lake Erie, but also touches on some of the solutions that are being pursued so that the worst does not become a reality.
The Environmental Protection Agency and the Agriculture Department are taking tangible actions to provide farmers in the Maumee River watershed with the assistance needed to reduce algae blooms in the western Lake Erie basin.
Through the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative, our agencies are providing farmers with the financial and technical resources to carry out science-based conservation systems for controlling soil erosion and reducing nutrient loss from farm fields. So far, more than 260 nutrient reduction projects and assistance agreements with farmers financed by the initiative are under way in the Maumee River watershed.
These conservation systems allow farmers to tailor fertilizer inputs to crop needs, improve the health of their soil and sustainably produce food for the country.
Chicago, March 20, 2013
The writers are, respectively, acting chief of the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Agriculture Department; and Region 5 administrator and Great Lakes National Program manager, Environmental Protection Agency.


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The Summer Paloma Eclipse has a trendy circular shape. Multi cross body bag, the summer paloma offers the possibility to wear it on the shoulder, or as a handbag thanks of its removable strip.
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The Summer collection is an evolution of paloma collection using a light net base nylon material. Cutting leather into strips and sewing one by one onto the net takes away the total transparency of the bag. It takes a minimum of one day to sew a bag. The summer collection has introduced metallic leather to Lilla Lane, giving a modern futuristic edge.
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Another character is on my list thanks to the great people at Voxx Studios! This time I'll be joining "Voltea" as the perfectly poised, paranoid, (and plastic surgeried) wife Pilar. Keep 'em coming, guys!
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Earlier Event: January 9Meet the newest company member of Urban Theatre Movement!
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Sounders Insider
Pappa nominated for Univision MLS award
This just in from the league:
Univision Deportes, the sport division of Univision Communications Inc., the leading media company serving Hispanic America, today announced the 25 categories and nominees for the inaugural Premios Univision Deportes (Univision Sports Awards).
Seattle Sounders FC midfielder Marco Pappa, Portland Timbers midfielder Diego Valeri and Chivas USA forward Erick "Cubo" Torres are all nominated for the MLS Player of the Year award. Torres is also up for Goal of the Year with his spectacular bicycle kick goal scored against the Montreal Impact on July 5, 2014. LA Galaxy forward Landon Donovan is nominated for Best Artistic Performance by an Athlete, based on his portrayal in a commercial.
Awards will be presented to 25 winners, celebrating their passion and excellence in sports along with their connection to Hispanic American sports fans. All 25 award categories are listed below.
· Best Soccer Game of the Year
· Best Boxer of the Year
· Best MLS Player of the Year
· Best Sports Moment of the Year
· Best Baseball Player of the Year
· Best Liga MX Player of the Year
· Breakthrough of the Year
· Best Save of the Year
· Best Car Racing Performance
· Basketball Player of the Year
· Best World Cup Record
· Best Hispanic Performance in Europe
· Sport Achievement of the Year
· For the Love of Sports Award
· Humanitarian Work Award
· World Champion Award
· Paralympics Athlete of the Year Award
· Tennis Performance Award
· Lifetime Achievement Award
· Liga MX Champions Award
· Hispanic Sports Hall of Fame
· Goal of the Year
· Extreme Sports Athlete of the Year
· Best Athlete Post on Social Media
· Best Artistic Performance by an Athlete
A total of 65 sports figures are nominated for their accomplishments on and off the field across multiple sports, including soccer, basketball, baseball, boxing, auto racing and more. For a full list of nominees, please visit univisiondeportes.com/PremiosUD
Premios Univision Deportes winners will be decided by fans and a diverse committee of sports personalities, including journalists, broadcasters, and retired world class athletes. Fan selected awards include Best Goal, Best Extreme Sports Athlete, Best Social Post of the Year and Best Artistic Performance by an Athlete. Fans can vote once a day per category at univisiondeportes.com/PremiosUD through Sunday, December 14 at 11:59 p.m. ET.
Separately, Univision Deportes is conducting a nationwide search for everyday heroes who harness the power of sports to serve and improve their communities for the recently announced "For the Love of the Game" award. The winner of this award will receive a $25,000 cash prize to recognize their efforts and an all-expense paid trip to attend the Premios Univision Deportes gala in Miami.
Premios Univision Deportes will air on UniMás on Thursday, December 18 at 9:00 p.m. ET with a simulcast on UDN (Univision Deportes Network).


text: Galam Khan Department of Neurology Georgetown University Medical Center Biography Publications JoVE Articles Galam Khan has not added a biography. If you are Galam Khan and would like to personalize this page please email our Author Liaison for assistance. Publications Effects of Maternal Dietary Exposure to Cadmium During Pregnancy on Mammary Cancer Risk Among Female Offspring Journal of Carcinogenesis. 2013 | Pubmed ID: 23858299 Prepubertal Exposure to Cow's Milk Reduces Susceptibility to Carcinogen-induced Mammary Tumorigenesis in Rats International Journal of Cancer. Journal International Du Cancer. Jan, 2011 | Pubmed ID: 20232392 Gene Signaling Pathways Mediating the Opposite Effects of Prepubertal Low-fat and High-fat N-3 Polyunsaturated Fatty Acid Diets on Mammary Cancer Risk Cancer Prevention Research (Philadelphia, Pa.). Dec, 2008 | Pubmed ID: 19139003 Maternal Flaxseed Diet During Pregnancy or Lactation Increases Female Rat Offspring's Susceptibility to Carcinogen-induced Mammary Tumorigenesis Reproductive Toxicology (Elmsford, N.Y.). Apr-May, 2007 | Pubmed ID: 17398067 Maternal Dietary Exposure to Fiber During Pregnancy and Mammary Tumorigenesis Among Rat Offspring International Journal of Cancer. Journal International Du Cancer. Nov, 2006 | Pubmed ID: 16921499 High Birth Weight Increases Mammary Tumorigenesis in Rats International Journal of Cancer. Journal International Du Cancer. Oct, 2006 | Pubmed ID: 16646052 Mechanisms Mediating the Effects of Prepubertal (n-3) Polyunsaturated Fatty Acid Diet on Breast Cancer Risk in Rats The Journal of Nutrition. Dec, 2005 | Pubmed ID: 16317153 Prepubertal Estradiol and Genistein Exposures Up-regulate BRCA1 MRNA and Reduce Mammary Tumorigenesis Carcinogenesis. May, 2004 | Pubmed ID: 14729590 Novel Atomic Force Microscopy Based Biopanning för Isolering av morfologi Särskilda reagenser mot TDP-43 varianter i amyotrofisk lateralskleros Stephanie M. Williams1, Lalitha Venkataraman1, Huilai Tian1, Galam Khan2, Brent T. Harris2,3, Michael R. Sierks1 1School for Engineering of Matter, Transport and Energy, Arizona State University, 2Department of Neurology, Georgetown University Medical Center, 3Department of Pathology, Georgetown University Medical Center Bioengineering


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luke easter - owner & operations lead
With over 10 years of experience working with outdoor adventure programs, summer camps, and fire departments, Luke brings a wealth of operational experience and administrative know how to our clients. As a leading trainer in the fire services industry and formerly a Fire Chief in his hometown, Luke enjoys working with service organizations to help them achieve new efficiencies and safety.
When not putting out fires or providing top notch instruction to his clients, Luke spends his free time relaxing on the farm with his wife Laura. He also enjoys rock climbing, hiking, mountain biking, and water sports.
philip andrews,CPA - Owner & strategy lead
A graduate of the University of North Carolina - Wilmington with degrees in Finance, Business Management, and Accounting, Philip quickly found his passion in coaching small businesses and non-profits. Through the application of sound business practices and strategy, Philip helps organizations define and realize their goals. He currently holds his CPA license in North Carolina and has over 10 years of experience working with corporations, summer camps, and outdoor adventure programs.
A lover of all things outdoors, Philip spends his free time snowboarding, hiking, rock climbing, surfing, and sailing the waters around Wrightsville Beach. He also serves as the Director of Outdoor Adventure Programming at Mountain Top Youth Camp, Inc in Pinnacle NC.


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Jamella Stroud on Breaking Stubborn Cycles & Healing Generational Trauma
Jamella Stroud is the author of Bulimic To Believer: Using Biblical Principals to Understand Why Bulimia is More than An Eating Disorder, and a coach for women. In this interview, she reveals how black-and-white thinking wasn't just impacting her relationship with food. It was ALL over her life, and impacting everything, including her finances. When she discovered the pattern, she was able to start taking steps to break the cycle everywhere.


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Lilting: watch the world exclusive trailer for Ben Whishaw's romantic drama - video
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This was a recent project in one of my modules- digital design. You can guess from the name that all of the work is done on the computer, using software like photoshop and illustrator. We had to choose a theme to create a collection of garments using a brand new software called 'Lectra'. I chose a trend from Spring/Summer 09/10 from a trend website- researching into different prints, colours and fabrics.
The next section of this project is to create the collection- so I will be using Lectra print and Lectra style to draw garments and apply different patterns to them. I have really enjoyed using this new software- I'll put on the finished collections when they are done.


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Research by Nobel-winning psychologist Daniel Kahneman found that increasing income level does increase happiness but only up until about $75 000. After that more money just brings … more money! But even under $75 000, money is not nearly as important as something else. Researchers at University of California University asked groups of people who knew one another to fill…
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Ok people the moment we have been waiting for may have really happened this time with the Allsion Mack sex slave cult tapes!
There has been a ton of videos that have been de-bunked, but the new ones that just leaked seem to look legit, showing what appears to be Allison and some of her incredibly sexy friends doing the sex cult thing. There is rubber, straps, dildos, magic wand abuse, bondage, group sex among many other very hardcore sex acts.
So as it goes the Smallville actress was recuting several stunning women to join the DOS (thought to be short for dominus obsequious sororium") sex cult that in fact has many very high profile members that all brand themselves as members. The Frank Report was the first to lift the lid on the cult and members with email proof of just some of the juicy details, like slaves are told to fast for 12 hours a day, take cold showers and perform a "daily act to honour" their master.
The email tells followers they must refrain from eating for "12 hours from the last time you have anything other than water w. lemon or black tea w. lemon + honey (sparkling water is OK)."
They must also take a cold shower to "build capacity for love through the tolerance of pain".
The email states that they must provide a new piece of "collateral" — what they call "C" — on the first day of every month — which can be "leaked" if the "slave" leaves the group or reveals its sordid secrets — in order to prove their loyalty to the clan.
Smallville's Pete Ross offered his ex-castmate some advice ahead of her trial, where she's facing sex trafficking and conspiracy charges … and could get 15 years in prison. His tip has to do with the residuals from the show, which — as Sam showed us — are still pretty fat.
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This Friday, May 31st is the Red Wings Baseball Game Group Leader Celebration.
Here is what you need to know as you plan to join us.
When should I arrive?
Dinner will be served from 6:15PM-7:45PM, so even though the game starts at 7:05PM, it would be best to arrive before then to make sure you get dinner.
Where do I get my tickets?
We will have a table underneath a blue canopy outside of the main gate behind home plate. Look for the Northridge staff under the blue canopy. We will have your tickets and meal passes for you and your family.
What if my kids are age 3 or younger?
Kids 3 and under don't need a ticket unless they need a seat. Their meal is also free. We'll have tickets and meal passes for those who are age 4 and older.
What's the plan for dinner?
Dinner is located inside the stadium at "The Nest". "The Nest" is a covered area with picnic tables available for you to grab your food and eat. It is located next to the outfield down the 1st base line.
You'll get a meal pass at the gate when you pickup your tickets. They'll collect your meal pass when you get to "The Nest."
What are we eating?
BBQ Pork Ribs
BBQ Chicken
Pulled Pork
Zweigle's Hot Dogs
Baked Beans
What should I wear?
No dress code is required but we think it would be great if you can wear some Northridge gear (t-shirts, hoodies, hats, etc.).
This will help us represent Northridge and recognize other Northridgers.
You may also want to bring some Northridge invite cards for anyone who might ask what group we are a part of.
Show up anyways. Dinner is on even if it rains. So, please show up to grab some dinner together at The Nest and connect with your group coach and other group leaders.
If the game is cancelled, you can bring your tickets to a future game and they will replace your ticket with a new ticket, or take the value of your ticket off of the price of your new ticket.
Have any other questions?
Email us HERE.
Thanks for leading your Community Group this year! We can't wait to see you at the game.
Jason DeGraaff
Community Groups Pastor
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Standard & Poor's placed its long-term rating on Ford Motor F, +0.46% and its financial subsidiary, Ford Motor Credit, on "CreditWatch with negative implications." S&P said it believes any eventual downgrade of the automaker's long-term corporate credit rating would be limited to one notch, to "BBB." The rating agency said the CreditWatch listing reflects "concerns about the adequacy of restructuring measures being implemented by Ford to restore the competitiveness its core automotive operations." S&P said it's concerned the benefits of Ford's restructuring could eventually be offset by weakening industry demand in North America, industry-wide intensification of price deterioration -- partly resulting from General Motor's aggressiveness -- and market share losses. S&P also said Ford's "marked deterioration" in its pension funding levels due to poor investment portfolio performance is adding to its concerns. Ford shares fell 8.5 percent. The company reported its third-quarter results Wednesday morning.
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November-December 2010: Joint Israeli Palestinian Poll
This poll was conducted jointly by the Harry S. Truman Research Institute for the Advancement of Peace at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and the Palestinian Center for Policy and Survey Research in Ramallah.
Clinton/Geneva Parameters
The Clinton parameters for a Palestinian-Israeli permanent settlement were presented by President Clinton at a meeting with Israeli and Palestinian officials ten years ago, on December 23, 2000, following the collapse of the July 2000 Camp David summit. The Geneva Initiative, along similar lines, was made public around the end of 2003. These parameters address the most fundamental issues which underlie the Palestinian-Israeli conflict: (1) Final borders and territorial exchange; (2) Refugees; (3) Jerusalem; (4) A demilitarized Palestinian state; (5) Security arrangements; and (6) End of conflict. We addressed these issues several times in the past since December 2003, and in the current poll we revisited these crucial issues following the intensified diplomatic activity of the US with regard to the conflict and the efforts to resume the peace talks between the parties.
The Whole Package
Among Palestinians 40% support and 58% oppose the whole package combining the elements as one permanent status settlement. In August 2009, 38% supported and 61% opposed such a package.
Among Israelis 52% support and 39% oppose all the above features together taken as one combined package. In August 2009 46% supported and 46% opposed such a package.
It is important to see that the pattern of support for the overall package is more than the sum of its parts, suggesting that people's calculus is compensatory and trade-offs are considered. Despite strong reservations regarding some of the components, the overall package always receives greater support in both publics, where the desirable components and the chance of reaching a permanent status agreement seem to compensate for the undesirable parts.


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July 2019
Langtang Valley school build update: walls are complete under School Management Committee's watch
We are overjoyed with how beautifully our school is turning out! This is a heart-fueled labor of love and sweat, and each of these stone bricks are carefully hand chiseled by the local workers that we hire. The next step is to wait for the summer monsoon season to pass before we can continue construction again, and the trekkers of our upcoming November Trip #13 to Langtang Valley will be helping with the roofing and final touches of the rebuild. We are on track to completing the school by the end of this year, all thanks to the continued support of our beloved donors, fundraisers, and volunteers!
June 2019
In year 2, the Mongolia Nature Conservancy program is taken to greater and greener heights
6 cherished volunteers attended our 2nd annual Mongolia trip and provided an environmental grant to promote eco-conscious projects. Check out what Mongolia Program Manager/Board Member Sarah Nguyen has to say about what we were able to accomplish in partnership with the Mongolian Rotary Club:
Beyond the precious memories created out on the vast Mongolian steppe, our volunteers made this measurable impact the country:
50 large bags (70 L each) of trash collected in Terelj National Park
15 trash claws & pairs of work gloves used and donated to Terelj National Park staff
50 elm trees planted in Erdene Sum Nalaikha
$2,250 paid to Rotary Club of Khangarid to fund environmental projects:
"Green Way" project: recycling education in schools, cleanup events, trash cans
"Magic Bricks" project: milk & flour donated to Khugjliin Khelkhee NGO for their onsite daycare
$108 in carbon offsets paid to My Club NGO to cover touring emissions
April 2019
2nd annual Party with Purpose fundraiser is a great success!
Because of our supportive attendees and the collective work of our dynamic volunteers, we brought in over $16.5K from our event on April 20th! That's absolutely incredible - HUGE thanks and amazing job to everyone involved in creating the event! If you missed it, check out this video of the entertainment-filled night created by our wonderful 2x trip alum Belinda Man.
March 2019
Langtang Valley school rebuild update
It's not always butterflies and rainbows working in a developing country, where corruption and distrust is a norm.
I had been getting a one-sided story about local tensions surrounding our school build from our Nepali architect Buddha, which put a speed bump in our school build progress. Our volunteer work was threatened to a stop, and it took a face-to-face meeting with Buddha, the school principal, the Village Ward and School Chairmen, our guide Mukund as our translator, myself and all of our trekkers (and a little Nepali thrown in for charm) to clear up the misunderstandings.
We learned that the villagers were distrustful of how the school funds had been privately managed by Buddha and the former School Chairman. The solution was to have a multi-person school committee take over the funds and labor contracting for public transparency. In the meeting, we resolved tensions by clarifying the total amount that Trek Relief has sent to date for construction ($29,549), how much was still available in Nepal, and every clause of the US-drafted contract that we prepared for this transition of control. Fortunately, the meeting ended with all parties coming to a common understanding and signing with smiles.
Both the Ward and School Chairmen showed their freshly turned support by joining us and Buddha for our volunteer work the next day. Now with the helpful cooperation of the village leaders, we will complete the school by the end of 2019 and we've got wonderful plans for our BIG school handover ceremony trek next year! Check out the latest progress photos of our school, now that all road blocks have been cleared. This enormous feat has only been possible because of our wonderful donors like you!
Trek Relief alum podcasts about his experience
Check out what our top fundraiser David Doucette has to say about his March trip to Nepal with Trek Relief!
February 2019
Board Members tell the Trek Relief story via Facebook Live
Board directors Sarah Nguyen (chief information officer, left) and Chi Nguyen (president, right) interview via Facebook Live with life coach Quinton Carlin on his Self Developed Life podcast series about the Trek Relief startup story.
November 2018
Langtang Valley survivors speak on podcast
Hear from Langtang Valley earthquake survivors about their struggles and how they have been able to get back on their feet thanks to generous international donors like you.
October 2018
Langtang Trip 11 kicks off school wall building
Yet another Trek Relief trip came and want, sharing compassion and creating impact wherever they want. Here's a glimpse into Langtang Trip 11 accomplishments:
Architect Buddha Gurung delivered a lecture on stone masonry and mechanics of earthquake safe buildings to volunteers and locals
Cleared brush from site, began construction on first wall; 2.5 layers of stone masonry completed.
Delivered school supplies to the school children and and 50 books to stock school library
Cleaned up trash on the trail, stunning and inspiring other trekkers and locals to follow suit.
Distributed posters on waste management, now enthusiastically displayed at teahouses.
The work will continue in our absence under the loving hands of the community members.
September 2018
New trip in 2019 for Mongolia finalized
As we reflect on an incredibly productive and fun adventure across the Mongolian plains this past summer, we have been excitedly finalizing the details of an improved itinerary for next year, which includes camelback rides through the stunning Gobi desert and tightening our relationship with the ever-inspirational and hospitable Mongolian Rotary Club of Khangarid.
In short, this is going to be a fun-filled adventure encompassing environmental stewardship, fun social events in the city, and wild landscapes. Learn more about it and join us.
See how our Board Members—nestled in their comfortable Mongolian homestays—describe the project and the impact on this beautiful land:
July 2018
Los Angeles party "Fishbowl 005" raises $1,700 for Trek Relief
We are so honored to have been chosen as this round's highlighted charity of a series of fundraising parties thrown by the Fishbowl community. Trek Relief alumni and friends stepped up to help run the event, while DJs, live performers, and bartenders kept the entertainment levels high. Who knew that raising money could be so much fun?
A HUGE THANK YOU goes out once again to the amazing Fishbowl organizers. If you are also interested in hosting a fundraising event for Trek Relief and would like to connect with our multi-talented networks, feel free to send us a message!
Our pioneer conservation-focused trip launches in Mongolia
Trek Relief volunteers worked together with the Mongolian Rotary Club of Khangarid, Terelj National Park Rangers, and the local community to spread awareness and take action against littering in national parks. 27 local volunteers lent a hand and installed permanent trash cans in high traffic areas.
To push our efforts further, we created and translated guidelines for Sustainable Travel and required our guiding staff to abide by them for our trips. By setting a working standard with our organization, it is our hope to not only educate the public sector's mindset about waste, but also do what we can to encourage the Mongolian tourism industry's budding approach to caring for the Earth.
June 2018
Support Trek Relief while shopping at Amazon
We're still reveling in the novelty of our shiny new nonprofit status, and we got another dose of excitement when we realized that our charity is registered on Amazon. Did you know that Amazon Smile donates 0.5% of anything you purchase to your charity of choice? All you have to do is shop like you would normally on Amazon, but make sure you use the domain smile.amazon.com instead!
Here are the quick and easy steps:
1. Go to: smile.amazon.com and login
2. Click menu button and go to MyAmazonSmile
3. Change your charity to "Trek Relief"
4. Every time you shop Amazon you have to go to "smile.amazon.com" instead of "Amazon.com"
(5.) TIP: Google Chrome users can download this extension to be automatically redirected to smile.amazon.com.
Go forth now, and #shopwithpurpose!
April 2018
We got our 501(c)3 determination letter - we're now a federally-recognized charitable nonprofit!
The IRS accepted our application within the first submission, but that doesn't mean it was an easy process. 8 months of revisions, 5 months of waiting, and in the meantime launching 3 brand new projects - there was so much to write about!
But finally, we can now do what we had set out to do - be more effective with our fundraising for causes we care about.
Now it's time to REALLY fundraise - and there is so much to do!
We'd appreciate any any leads in:
Corporate match programs
Silent auction gifts
Grant opportunities
...or any other fundraising possibility.
Please write us a quick message if you'd like to help or have ideas to share!
March 2018
Everest Medical Project volunteers raise and deliver $22,000 worth of medical equipment to Solukhumbu, Nepal
We surpassed our original fundraising goal and were able to support not only Salyan Primary Healthcare Center (PHC), but 3 neighboring health posts as well. On top of the donated medical supplies we sourced from the US, our team of 24 participants purchased and delivered:
4 glucometers
4 fetal dopplers
1 patient monitor
1 baby warmer
3 oxygen concentrators
3 nebulizers
6 pulse oxymeters
2 otoscopes
3 blood pressure sets
3 weight machines
3 autoclaves
1 dental chair
1 dental X-ray machine
1 high speed hand piece
1 light curing machine
1 compressor
Generous resupply of medicines
Our volunteers were on site to provide medical support to our rural health camp in the mountainous village before trekking to Everest Base Camp. Dr. Bimlesh Shah, head of Salyan PHC, expresses his gratitude for our contribution.
February 2018
Trek Relief provides jobs to local women; School Build Phase 1 complete!
The ripple effect of the school build has caused many sources of joy for our team and locals alike. Our donors' funds have been providing jobs to women in a place with little opportunity for female employment. These women are preparing the aggregate needed for the foundations of our school. Phase 1 has been completed, and we're ready to start building walls!
January 2018
PARTY with Purpose Fundraiser Success!
THANK YOU SO MUCH for coming, supporting, donating, bringing your friends and family, volunteering, leaving no trace, and being a part of our first official fundraiser!! It was such a breathtaking, fun, and magical night.
This 100% volunteer-run event would not have been possible without you! We were absolutely blown away by everyone: from the talented performers, musicians, artists and fire spinners; to the setup crew, bar backs, breakdown, and clean up. All the little details truly add up. We came together to share our gifts and presence for a great cause. We hope you had an amazing time!
We had 300+ attendees!
We raised over $10,000!
The winner of the raffle trip to Mongolia: Ran Kim! Congratulations!!!
Art and silent auction winners - We will be notifying you with details and pick up info!
If you have any questions, ideas, suggestions, or wish to support and get involved (in general or with the next fundraiser), please contact us.
It's only going to get bigger and better. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts and on behalf of the communities in need we are helping. Namaste!
December 2017
Langtang Valley School Build Phase I Begins
We are really excited about the growing community involvement for the Komin Shyamey Wangphel Secondary School build at the gateway of Langtang Valley!! Buddha Gurung, our architect and earthquake-safe specialist, met with local officials, various political party leaders, the VDC chairman, school principal, and the school management committee this week in Syabrubesi to finalize the building contract. We have signed and stamped a document agreeing to sponsor the school build, while our architect provides technical supervision as the community manages the project within our budget to ensure quality construction. This is the best case scenario - we are funding a community-powered solution and allowing the local people to take ownership!
We've come a long way since we discovered this school 9 months ago. After months of back and forth over time zones, language barriers, construction designs and budgets, we are happy to announce that phase I construction of the school has officially started!!
Thank you to all our wonderful participants and supporters who have made this miracle a reality. HAPPY HOLIDAYS from the Trek Relief team.
November 2017
The Season of Giving
Namaste friends! If you don't have the time in the near future to go on a 2-3 week trek through Nepal or Mongolia with Trek Relief, but still want to get involved or contribute in some way, shape, form? We are now holding an Educational Materials Drive for schools in Nepal. We have asked local school boards what their classrooms and students need, and they've listed the following materials: educational posters, maps, projectors, science teaching materials (magnifying glasses, rulers, stopwatches, etc.), notebooks, pens, pencils, old laptops.
If you'd like to donate any of the above, please let us know by emailing email@example.com. Don't feel limited to what is listed above — globes, inspirational educational decor, and more are welcome... anything you think would be of value in a classroom would be deeply appreciated by the educators, parents, and children of Nepal. Thank you!!
October 2017
School Build Architectural Plans
We have been working with our Nepalese architect in preparation for the upcoming school build as we are just nearly done with clearing the rubble from site. We will be building the school in four phases. Stay tuned for more updates!!
August 2017
Update: Rebuilds After Earthquakes
Some of these buildings were rebuilt this year with the help of Trek Relief funds and volunteers. Thank you to everyone that contributed to these builds!! We appreciate every single donation and trek that made this all possible.
May 2017
Blueprints for Upcoming School Build
Our architect from Kathmandu came out to the school site in Syabru Besi earlier this month to meet with us and some key school officials in Langtang Valley. After a series of meetings, the District Education officer Shukadev has agreed to grant us permission on condition that we enlist the help of the school committee to do the application for us. The school committee members have agreed to submit the paperwork for us after learning of the needs and requirements.
By next year, the rubble should be cleared away and the site will be ready for building. We're starting a slow but steady construction progress with 3-4 workers. Labor costs about $10 per day. We also have to keep in mind that the summer monsoon season will put a little hamper on construction progress. We are currently in search of a long-term site manager who will translate the architectural blueprints into reality and direct the labor. In the next couple weeks, our architect will be giving us an overall budget for the school build with a detailed line-by-line breakdown of how much everything will cost.
Our architect has agreed to be in charge of obtaining all the necessary paperwork, providing all architectural plans, and providing detailed costs for everything. He has agreed to find the best price for construction materials between Syabru Besi and Kathmandu, while school committee member Rishang has offered to help us find local labor. Binoy will be taking care of all payments and on-ground logistics while the site construction manager takes care of the actual school build. We will raise funds and bring volunteers!!
March 2017
Rebuilding a School at the Bottom of Langtang Valley
On the latest trek, the unexpected snow led us to a new project that needs our help - a school rebuild at the bottom of Langtang Valley, at the trek starting point in Syabru Besi. We discovered this completely ruined school through the detour and learned that children as young as 3 years old are having to walk an hour uphill to the next closest school. We are beyond excited to help piece this school back together and provide a space for these children to learn!! Below are before and after photos after just one day of volunteer work. Our volunteers removed a lot of the rubble, and we will likely have to demolish the remaining walls and foundation before rebuilding on the site again. We are currently meeting with the school principal, District Education Officer, local village officials and engineering consultants in order to complete the necessary permitting process required by the Nepalese government to meet earthquake-resistant standards before we translate the design into reality.
January 2017
Updates from our benefiary Langtang Management and Reconstruction Committee (LMRC)
"LMRC has provided 32.5 sacks of cements to all 116 families with transportation cost. 250kg of iron bar to all 116 families. 50 pieces of plywood to all 116 families. 6 pieces of floor plywood, glasses for window to all 116 families. all materials are transported to Langtang. All money are mixed and used for all 116 families.
Cash Rs. 150000 was distributed to all 116 families. and soon Rs. 30000 will be distribute to all 116 families within next few weeks.
In Kyanjin Gumba 17 lodges are rebuild, Sindum 1 lodges and 2 tea shops are rebuild. Yamphu 2 teashops are rebuild. Nespali 2 teashop are rebuild. Mundu 5 lodges are rebuild and 3 orphans home rebuild. Langtang 12 lodges are rebuild and three orphans home rebuild. Gumba 5 teashop with few rooms rebuild.
Langtang one community building rebuild, Mundu one community hall rebuild. Kyanjin one community hall rebuild."
July 2017
Founder Candice Young launches Trek Relief, makes local front page news
LCHS Grad Steps Up Big for Nepal
Candice Young has stepped foot in 40 countries, including 27 since she graduated from UC Davis in 2011 with a degree in biological sciences. Along the way, no nation has captured the 26-year-old La Cañada High School graduate's heart like Nepal.
"I just fell in love with it," Young said. "It's a third-world country, so it's definitely on the needy side because they're faced with natural disasters and there was the political unrest of a decade ago … and a fuel crisis with India. They just get hammered left and right — but the most beautiful part about it is they've got these really resilient people [who] are quirky and smart.
"And the first time I was in Nepal, I ended up on a trek. I wasn't even into trekking. It was just a thing to do, according to Google. And it took me through the Himalayas, 20 days of seeing the most beautiful mountains on Earth."
That first glorious visit was two years ago, when she was still in that "country stamp-collecting mode," intending just to stay in Nepal for a month and move on.Now she's tied to the place. She's seeded the foundation of her own disaster relief campaign — Trek Relief for Langtang Valley, it's called — in the South Asian nation. She's working to collect funds to rebuild a valley that desperately needs help recovering from the deadly 7.8-magnitude earthquake in April 2015, but is getting scant attention.
Young's job as a fisheries observer on commercial fishing boats in Alaska allows her the flexibility to travel during her off-months. She used some of her free time early this year to return to Nepal and volunteer for the American-based NGO All Hands Volunteers, a first for her.
"I always knew that Candice had a good heart and liked to help people," mom Linda Young said. "Seeing her grow up from an LCHS cheerleader, to working on a boat in the Bering Sea, to volunteering in Nepal to help earthquake victims, her changes have really stunned and impressed me."
Within a few weeks, Candice Young was tapping into her experiences as a former president of the LCHS Key Club when she was named the program's project coordinator. She oversaw more than 70 volunteers who, in three months' time, built 50 homes, 52 toilets and rubbled hundreds of other homes. Young also was charged with making sure her team had enough fuel to reach its destinations — in the midst of a fuel crisis, an experience that made her appreciate being able to gas up in California in a new way.
"That was my favorite part of the job," Young said, describing a scene in which she, a young Chinese-American woman in the midst of an all-male Nepali crowd, would stand in front of large supply trucks at the fuel pumps, blocking their way to ensure her vehicles got enough fuel. The fuel station owner appreciated her pluck, she said, and he became a friend, regularly offering her chiyaa (milk tea) and donuts at his teashop each day.
"Being able to look back on that situation, I feel like I can do anything now," said Young, who is determined to help the Langtang people by directing tourists their way. She said families living in the valley relied on tourism for 90% of their income, but the earthquake — which killed nearly 9,000 people — decimated so much of the region that guides have stopped recommending the route, leading many to believe it's no longer traversable.
That's not true, said Young, who began her trek through the region with what she describes as "intrepid curiosity" that in turn became an experience that left her "deeply unsettled." She saw house-sized boulders resting in the middle of crushed teahouses and was approached over and over by villagers pleading for business, offering tea and lodging. She felt she had to help, she said, so she's launched a crowdsourcing effort at generosity.com. The campaign is intended to direct more tourism to the area by hosting trips in the fall or spring that will include the services of an English-speaking Nepali guide and accommodations such as meals of rice and lentils, vegetables and curry. She's also striving to raise money for the Langtang Reconstruction and Management Committee, a group of locals whose goal is to get Langtang families out of tents.
"For me, growing up in La Cañada and having access to pretty much anything I need and going there and seeing a lot of destruction, I was taken aback," Young said. "It's one thing when you see pictures, and when you see it in real life, you're like, 'Whoa.' You take a step back."
And then you take another step forward on the trek.


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From Wiese to Spalentor: not so long ago Fabi did his magic as the only cook in the kitchen of Schliessi in the middle of the Langen Erlen. Now he cooks at Tell's. But wait a minute – cooks? Fabian Karlen has taken all his energy, his expertise and passion for his dream job into town. And rumour has it that since then it gets darker sooner in the Langen Erlen.
For almost 30 years Andreas Cavegn has been a cook with passion, team coach and host all in one. Just recently, i.e. since the end of 2015, in Tell's restaurant. Some customers have the impression it has been a lot longer than that. Being an old hand in the catering business he did a good job beforehand. This makes you immediately feel at home on his new turf.
Don't play with your food. Or should you? We at Tell think you should. Those who can handle food and ingredients in a playful manner can also cook extraordinary things. Take Sam Novotny for example. She does this. Both, cooking playfully in a superior manner. Therefore our tip: when taking the next bite just close your eyes and listen to your palate. Just like Sam, quite playfully. Then you will taste what we mean.
Managing Assistant
Raschida Jardioui knows from years of experience how to manage the balancing act in a restaurant. Striking this difficult balance between satisfied customers, motivated co-workers, excellent working atmosphere etc. How this works? We have no idea. But we know from experience: she knows, and she does it really well.
Service staff
Inspired by a pioneer of natural food, Lilija Monkevic's culinary gene developed to great heights a few years ago. Also in private she has become a passionate follower of sustainable cuisine. You are invited to ask her yourself what this means. She will probably produce Tell's Menu, smile and say: this here, for example.
Service staff
After 16 years in catering in the «holy village» of Mariastein Angela Meier can now anticipate her guests' wishes at Tell's. Fair enough, sometimes a menu is still needed but only for the details. Angi Meier will always fullfill this wish, the great feeling of the customer being treated with friendly attention.
Guests hardly ever set an eye on Brigitta «Brigi» Giordano although she can be found just as often as the others in Tell's rooms. She is not shy, it is her duty: outside opening hours Brigitta is in charge of overall cleanliness in the restaurant – and therefore quite spectacularly inconspicuous and discrete. She creates the inviting feeling that guests will later enthuse over.
Kitchen Staff
In fact, Kamran is a shoemaker by trade. And before the native Afghan went to Northern Europa and then came to Switzerland he was floor manager in a shoe factory. Now he is a member of Tell's team, in charge of preparing salads, washing up and the cleanliness of the kitchen – and the war is far away. An Afghan proverb says: the feet go where to heart goes. We say: enjoy, appreciate und keep the peace. And this does not only apply to Tell where Kamran wholeheartedly stands his ground at the sink.


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Artist: Belinda Chlouber
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As an artist I try to make sense of life through a visual means— Over the last ten years, my work has considered our relationship to other animals and the earth, exploring ideas such as communication, compassion, beauty and sustainability. I have also explored through my artwork my own hearing loss through my research with sound. The fragility of life and its ever-changing nature, both beautiful and tragic, sometimes ugly, compel me as an artist to explore this duality. After receiving cochlear implants last year, for my rather severe hearing loss, as part of my therapy I started listening to books. One of the first books I just by chance listened to was Naomi Klein's book "This Changes Everything, Capitalism vs. the Climate". This book was the catalyst to start working on a series of artworks about how society changes and how we can cope with such a dramatic systemic problem as climate change. With our ability to communicate so rapidly we have set in place the ability to transform our behaviors and attitudes in a way never before possible. One series I worked on was what I consider a "backward collaboration in time" with the writings, poetry and short stories, that were left by my mother, Carla Sweet Chlouber and her father, my grandfather, Arthur Carlos Sweet. After my mother unexpectedly passed away we found her unpublished poetry and short stories along with my grandfather's unpublished writings. Not wanting their work to be lost I decided to work with it through my own artwork and also as a way to cope with the loss of my mother. I came across their own grief of losing their parents—it was then I could see a chain that extended back to the beginning and that we are never alone in these feelings. I was born in Stillwater, Oklahoma in 1961. During my early years my family lived in Arizona on the Navaho and Hopi reservations, Oklahoma and Nebraska. I have a deep appreciation for native American cultures, they have deeply influenced me as an artist and my view of the world. There is a timeless, quiet quality one of strength and love for nature that I find through having grown up there. To me culture, how we shape it, and all that we create through that is what will enable us to thrive and live in harmony with each other and the planet we live on, earth.


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We have a new baby to welcome into the family this week! Babies are always a very special gift to any couple, but we couldn't be happier to welcome this one in particular. My husband's gorgeous cousin had a baby boy, Dion, on Monday after a long and emotional journey with IVF. With many of my close friends having to go through this stressful process, we were so thrilled when we heard of thier success.
Welcome to the world baby Dion - you are one very lucky little man to be so wanted by two wonderful people.
Of course when I had to make a special card for little Dion :) I am heading out to the mall today with my kids to find a special pressie for him. I'm thinking a toy kangaroo, hehe.
For my card, I used the terrific sketch which is the new challenge at Magnolia Down Under Challenges this week. My gorgeous friend Karen designed the sketch and I love how it turned out with my card.
Of course I had to use the cute little "Sitting Alvin" from the Spring Summer 2008 collection for my card.
The papers are MME Fine and Dandy True Blue. Cute hey? The beautiful lace is from Magnolia and the flowers are all Wild Orchid Crafts. I finally used my new Magnolia Doo Hickey dies - and I loved love love them.
Well.. thanks for your visit today. Enjoy the rest of your weekend, I will be back tomorrow with something else to share,