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In 2015, Enbridge's R&D and innovation-focused business segments and groups invested about $12.2 million in sustainability-related technology development and innovation projects.
Through our Green Power Transmission & Emerging Technology (GPT&ET) group, we managed a portfolio of investments in 15 innovative pre-commercial technologies.
In 2015, our Liquids Pipelines, Gas Distribution and Gas Pipelines, Processing & Energy Services business segments led, participated in or sponsored more than 81 R&D projects.
Enbridge's business segments and the Green Power, Transmission & Emerging Technology group invested $12.2 million in sustainability-related technology development and innovation projects in 2015. The graph below shows how that amount breaks down within Enbridge, and which investment areas to which it was allocated.
Electromagnetic acoustic transducer (EMAT) is an emerging ultrasonic testing technique that operators can use to measure pipe thickness and detect cracks. In the past, EMAT was used primarily for gas pipelines, and is now being tested for use in liquids pipelines. LP is continuing to evaluate the use of EMAT during in-line inspection runs to detect pipeline cracking, including crack-like dents caused by mechanical damage.
As part of our commitment to adapting and harnessing innovation in the name of safety, LP is examining the magnetic tomography method (MTM) for potential application at our pipelines facilities. An MTM inspection uses the electromagnetic properties of steel to create a remote 3-D image of a pipe, identifying the location of potential stress concentrations and associated pipeline features, which may require further examination. Technicians can walk directly above a pipeline's path to scan it—without exposing or shutting it down—from above ground using MTM technology. The technicians carry handheld MTM devices, which record magnetic field changes caused by the pipe's features. They then download and analyze field data, which they use to identify external or internal corrosion, cracks or dents, metal loss, welding defects, or strain on pipe caused by ground instability. In 2015, LP used the technology to inspect 95 sections of pipe within six stations in Canada—most of it underground, and measuring 13 kilometers (eight miles) in total.
Since 2013, LP has tested the use of a bracelet probe, an electromagnetic induction technique that can provide comprehensive inspections for corrosion under insulation. It can penetrate insulation up to 75 millimeters (three inches) thick, and provides highly accurate results for corrosion location and condition assessment. In 2013 and 2014, LP conducted its own validation of the technology, inspecting pipes at Enbridge facilities in Edmonton, northern Alberta, Regina and Superior, Wisconsin. The business segment found the technology to be accurate, thorough and practical to use, since it can monitor facility piping that otherwise would have to have all of its insulation removed for a thorough inspection. LP is now working to implement and adopt the probe as a proven method for inspecting corrosion under insulation on facility piping across our liquids pipeline network.
While our pipelines are engineered to manage moving forces where necessary, LP has led a geohazard project to tackle the issue of incremental slope movement through the use of geotextile pipe coating. Since 2012, LP has used geotextile wrap on several pipeline construction projects in our network where our engineers anticipate potential for slope movement. When our carbon-steel pipe is wrapped with two layers of geotextile fabric—an interior layer of lagging, and an exterior sheath—those two layers glide against each other and reduce the friction factor from the soil's contact with the pipe.
In 2013, LP acquired an Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (AUV) equipped with advanced sonar technology and, in partnership with Michigan Technological University, has been testing it to support LP's pipeline integrity management program. During these tests, the AUV has been collecting side-scan sonar images to map the bottom of the Straits of Mackinac near our Line 5 crossing in northern Michigan. LP's goal has been to provide a "visual" sonar image of our pipelines and to better understand how they interact with the surrounding bottom substrate on a year-over-year basis. The AUV will provide useful data regarding changes to the topography near and around the pipeline, and this information will help inform LP's integrity management program for Line 5.
In 2015, LP began sponsoring deployment of an environmental real-time monitoring buoy in the Straits of Mackinac near Line 5. In August, Michigan Technological University's Great Lakes Research Center deployed the buoy and began streaming data from the buoy to a publicly accessible website. Equipped with a hydroacoustic current meter, the buoy reports information on the constantly changing currents in the Straits. The buoy also measures conditions like wind direction and speed, water temperature, and wave height and direction. The buoy is expected to significantly improve the accuracy of weather forecasting in the Straits and the ability to issue public warnings by U.S. agencies like the National Weather Service.
As part of its commitment to improving pipeline safety, Enbridge is collaborating with other pipeline operators to evaluate best-in-class external leak detection technologies. Since 2013, through a Joint Industry Partnership (JIP), Enbridge Pipelines and TransCanada have funded groundbreaking leak detection research, using the External Leak Detection Experimental Research (ELDER) test apparatus in Edmonton. The first tool of its kind in the world, ELDER allows external leak detection technologies to be evaluated in a setting that closely represents the actual conditions where liquids pipelines are installed.
In 2015, Kinder Morgan Canada joined the partnership. Enbridge and TransCanada have each committed $1.6 million to the ELDER project, while Kinder Morgan has committed $1 million. The companies and C-FER Technologies, a leading-edge engineering firm, have been performing tests on four external leak detection technologies—vapor-sensing tubes, fiber-optic distributed temperature sensing systems, hydrocarbon-sensing cables and fiber-optic distributed acoustic sensing systems. Data analysis is ongoing, and the ELDER program is expected to continue into 2016.
Enbridge Pipelines, TransCanada and Kinder Morgan Canada have also announced a JIP to evaluate aerial-based leak technologies and their possible application on crude oil and hydrocarbon liquids pipelines. Testing and analysis is being carried out by C-FER Technologies. Potential technologies to be tested may include infrared camera-based systems, laser-based spectroscopy systems and flame ionization detection systems, with sensors suitable for mounting on light aircraft or helicopters. Enbridge and C-FER Technologies are currently surveying commercial vendors of these technologies to validate their feasibility for liquid hydrocarbon pipelines. From there, a set of suitable vendors will be determined, with project research and field trials in the Edmonton area to follow in 2016, based on the readiness of the technologies.
Our LP business segment is investigating oil-on-water leak detection sensors, as part of its effort to enhance leak detection and monitoring of waterways near our liquids pipelines and facilities. Since the spring of 2015, LP has been conducting an oil-on-water leak detection pilot project on the creek within our Edmonton Terminal, testing different sensor technologies for potential use with our projects and operations. Each sensor detects oil on water in a different way: one is based on direct contact with hydrocarbons; the second emits low-level microwaves; and the third views the surface of the water from above to detect reflections of light caused by very thin layers of oil on the water's surface. The pilot project will continue through 2016, so LP researchers can monitor data collected by the sensor technologies through all four seasons. If the project is successful, the technology could be used to augment environmental water testing within Enbridge facilities, or to enhance monitoring at unmanned sites or water crossings.
In 2015, LP began piloting a new fiber optic-based external leak detection system on a 32-kilometer (20-mile) stretch of the Flanagan South Pipeline. This system uses distributed temperature and acoustic software algorithms and fiber cable to monitor for potential leaks. Several years in development and construction, the fiber-optic cable system has been installed underground along the pipeline, and we are now monitoring the system's capacity to respond to possible alarm situations.
In 2014, Enbridge invested $4 million in Hifi Engineering. The Calgary-based company has developed a next-generation fiber-optic monitoring system that listens for disturbances along pipelines and can also detect changes in temperature, strain and external pressure. Much more sensitive than previous generation fiber-optic sensors, the monitoring system can locate extremely low rate leaks with precision. To continue development, LP is supporting a project, sponsored by Sustainable Development Technology Canada, to evaluate its potential for deployment inside pipelines.
Since 2012, Enbridge has invested a total of $2 million in Syscor Controls and Automation, a Canadian developer of wireless sensors used for deployment on storage tanks. Through this investment in Syscor, our company has furthered its vision of being the safest operator of hydrocarbon facilities. Syscor's wireless sensors provide timely warning of potentially unsafe conditions by detecting discrepancies in operating parameters such as temperature, pressure, tank roof inclination and vapor emissions. In 2015, Syscor completed a pilot project at one of our liquids tank storage facilities in Alberta. LP is now working with Syscor to review project results and investigate enhancements to the sensors.
LP is working with Syscor Controls and Automation on a project supported by Pipeline Research Council International to develop a leak detection system that is sensitive enough that it can detect very small amounts of hydrocarbon and robust enough that it can be plowed into the ground using well-established cable laying techniques. The objective is to develop a leak detection technology that can be added to existing rights-of-way at a safe distance from the pipeline. The sensor nodes being designed will also be able to house other types of sensors, such as vibration sensors for right-of-way intrusion detection, and will be designed to be easily replaced if damaged.
In 2013, Enbridge invested $1.5 million in IntelliView Technologies, a Calgary-based developer of intelligent video solutions for industrial surveillance applications. IntelliView's cutting-edge system uses automated, computerized monitoring and analysis of live feeds from remote video cameras and optical sensors to rapidly detect and report oil leaks or other potential operational incidents. This technology has been installed at a pump station in central Alberta and a pipeline pig trap location on Line 5 in Michigan, and our company continues to monitor its performance at both locations. In 2015, to support further development of this innovative technology, GPT&ET made a follow-on investment of $750,000 in IntelliView.
Since 2013, Enbridge has invested US$15 million in On-Ramp Wireless, a California-based developer of wireless solutions for energy automation and machine-to-machine (M2M) communications. On-Ramp's technology is the first purpose-built wireless network designed for connecting a large number of remote monitoring devices with very small data requirements. Our company plans to use On-Ramp's wireless platform to support long-range sensor monitoring of our pipelines, helping to drive operational efficiencies and deliver information regarding pipeline integrity. In 2015, GD carried out a pilot project to test the connectivity and performance of the On-Ramp technology within its Greater Toronto Area gas distribution system.
For several years, GD has been actively testing fiber-optic damage prevention technologies as a potential solution to protecting vital high pressure gas distribution mains from third-party damages. In 2015, GD continued to evaluate three fiber optic-based threat detection systems. Based on promising results of testing completed in 2014, the detection algorithms were refined, with the goal of reducing nuisance alarms while detecting threats to high pressure distribution mains. A new set of testing was completed in November 2015. Preliminary results from this recent testing indicate a satisfactory reduction in nuisance alarms was achieved and the threat detection was maintained.
GD continues to test different methane detector technologies for leak survey applications. In 2015, for example, the business segment conducted a field test to assess a cavity ring down spectroscopy analyzer, which can be mounted on vehicles and offers a highly sensitive detection method for natural gas leaks. The technology enables GD to analyze gas sample data and to combine the data with GPS and wind information to pinpoint possible leak sources. This mobile technology has the potential to enhance GD's current leak survey practices in rural areas and mains, providing a safer, faster and more accurate way of conducting leak surveys than walking surveys.
In 2015, GPP&ES participated in a joint investigative project led by DNV GL, a global technical research firm, to determine new methodologies for determining pipe properties in ditch. Researchers are examining the use of available non-invasive testing technologies to assess the properties and strength of steel pipe, where documentation is not available. By using these technologies, our goal is to meet regulated inspection requirements while avoiding the need to remove sections of pipe for laboratory testing.
In the past, inspections of gas plant vessels in GPP&ES have required taking equipment out of service and staff entering confined spaces to inspect and clean equipment. In 2015, GPP&ES introduced a new automated ultrasonic corrosion mapping system that can perform inspections externally without the need to take units out of service. As the tool moves along the exterior of a plant vessel, it uses an ultrasonic signal to identify and measure pitting in the metal surface. The equipment enables the business segment to meet regulatory requirements while avoiding plant shutdowns and improving worker safety. Already GPP&ES has successfully deployed the technology at four gas plants.
As global demand for energy continues to grow, we know that society wants to see wider use of clean power—and we believe finding lower-impact, lower-carbon energy solutions is in everyone's interests. Our GD business segment is advancing innovative technologies that enable customers to increase the efficient use of natural gas and reduce emissions. Through our GPT&ET group, we are conducting pilot programs to enhance our green power operations. We also hope to add clean power platforms to our portfolio in the years to come, through investments in pre-commercial renewable and alternative energy technologies, large-scale electricity storage, and carbon capture and utilization.
GD supports widespread market adoption of new technologies that drive energy efficiency, gas savings and emission reductions while simultaneously reducing end-user costs. These efforts are undertaken in support of GD's demand-side management program. GD participates in these projects as a member of the Canadian Gas Association and the Gas Technology Institute, and is taking an interest in a number of active projects:
Enbridge has invested in more than 2,500 MW (gross) of wind power capacity. To improve the operational reliability of our wind power projects, GPT&ET has begun a number of pilot programs:
Since 2011, we have invested in next-generation solar technology through a $9.8-million investment in Morgan Solar, a Canadian start-up. Our investment is helping Morgan Solar commercialize a new line of concentrated photovoltaic (PV) panels that boost the power output of solar cells. The technology provides an innovative means of generating solar power more efficiently, for less cost and with a lower environmental footprint. In 2015, GPT&ET committed to a follow-on investment of $150,000 to support a demonstration of the technology at the Silver State North solar facility in Nevada. Construction of this demonstration project is expected to begin in 2016. This demonstration project has also received funding from the Canadian federal government through the Sustainable Development Technology Canada (SDTC) fund.
Enbridge has a 50-per-cent interest in the Wasdell Falls Hydro Power Project on Ontario's Severn River, north of Toronto. The 1.65-MW project completed construction and began commercial operation in December 2015. By directing water through a slow-moving turbine that returns the water to the river, the project is expected to have a low impact on its surroundings. This project is the first commercial deployment of this innovative technology in North America.
Since 2012, Enbridge has invested in Genalta Power, a privately held Canadian corporation that builds, owns, operates and maintains independent power production facilities fueled by waste, excess or unused energy sources. Genalta Power already has 95.4 MW of projects with signed power purchase agreements and engineering projects throughout Canada, with several pending global installations.
As one of Canada's largest producers of solar and wind power, and a company with large renewable energy projects in the U.S. as well, we are investing in technologies that support large-scale energy storage.
In April 2012, we entered into a partnership with Mississauga, Ontario-based Hydrogenics Corporation, whose water electrolysis technology can convert surplus renewable energy into hydrogen gas. Under the partnership, which included a $5-million investment by Enbridge, excess electricity from renewable generation would be converted into renewable hydrogen through electrolysis and injected into GD's natural gas distribution network. By converting electricity to gas and storing it in vast natural gas pipeline networks, more renewable energy can be stored for long periods, increasing the amount of clean energy that can be generated and made available for consumers.
Currently, Enbridge and Hydrogenics are jointly developing a power-to-gas storage plant that will deliver 2 MW of storage capacity and will be located in the Greater Toronto Area. Hydrogenics will supply the facility's next-generation proton exchange membrane (PEM) electrolyzers and is partnering with us to develop, build and operate the energy storage facility to provide regulation services to Ontario's Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO). The project is expected to begin commercial operation in 2016.
Since 2013, we have also invested $6.5 million in Temporal Power, an Ontario-based manufacturer of electrical energy storage systems. Temporal Power's electrical energy storage technology is based on 4,080-kilogram (9,000-pound) solid-steel flywheels—essentially, mechanical batteries that store electrical energy as kinetic energy through continuous high-speed rotation. These flywheels can store surplus energy from renewable sources and then release that power quickly and powerfully back to the grid via an electricity generator, keeping the grid in balance and enabling the grid to embrace intermittent renewable sources such as wind and solar. Temporal's technology has been incorporated into a 2-MW flywheel energy storage facility in Harriston, Ontario. In 2015, GPT&ET made a follow-on investment of $1.5 million to support further commercialization of the flywheel technology.
In 2014, we invested US$10 million in Skyonic, a Texas-based developer of carbon-capture technology. Skyonic has developed a new process that captures carbon dioxide and converts the GHG into other products, including sodium carbonate and sodium bicarbonate, hydrochloric acid and bleach. In 2015, Skyonic commenced operations at a carbon capture and conversion demonstration project in San Antonio, Texas, with support from the U.S. Department of Energy.
We also continue to fund projects in advanced pipe technologies, natural gas transportation and bitumen extraction:
In 2013, we invested US$9.5 million in Smart Pipe Technologies, a developer, manufacturer and installer of a high-pressure internal replacement pipe. The technology can use existing pipe as a conduit through which the high-strength, fiber-wrapped composite pipe is drawn, eliminating the need to retrench and making it especially suitable for use in environmentally sensitive or difficult-to-access areas such as river crossings and urban areas. In 2015, GPT&ET made a follow-on investment of $1.5 million to support further technology development. We continue to evaluate opportunities to deploy the technology in our business segments. LP, for example, is working with Smart Pipe to identify other applications that could take advantage of the unique properties of this composite pipe technology.
Since 2010, we have invested $10 million in Sea NG, a Canadian company committed to commercializing marine compressed natural gas transportation. Sea NG has developed a system to transport compressed natural gas by sea. The gas will be held in purpose-built modules called coselles (coiled pipe in a carousel) that are designed to hold large amounts of compressed natural gas. This technology has the potential to reduce GHG emissions by displacing diesel and heavy fuel oils currently used in numerous coastal and island markets with clean, abundant natural gas.
Enbridge invested $15 million in Nsolv Corporation in 2006 to support the development of an innovative bitumen extraction technology. Nsolv's technology uses warm propane or butane to dissolve and recover bitumen from in situ (in place) reserves efficiently and sustainably. Because of its low pressure, low temperature operation, it requires very little energy to produce the oil, helping to significantly reduce GHG emissions intensity compared to steam-assisted gravity drainage methods, and without the need for water. Since 2014, Nsolv has operated a pilot project at Suncor Energy's Dover oil sands lease northeast of Fort McMurray. In September 2015, the project surpassed a key milestone, producing 60,000 barrels of oil, and operations are ongoing to continually improve and refine the process.
We continue to shape industry best practices and technology development through associations such as:
For more information, please see the Maintaining the Fitness of our Systems and Leak Detection section of this report. [provide link to the R&D and Innovation through Industry Leadership heading in the Maintaining the Fitness of our Systems and Leak Detection section]
We also actively advance R&D and technology innovation through a number of industry research organizations, including:
In 2015, we took a lead role in establishing the Canadian Pipeline Technology Collaborative (CPTC). The collaborative is a new initiative to develop and deploy technologies improving the safety and reliability of Canadian pipeline operations. CPTC will bring together Canada's pipeline operators, researchers, technology providers and equipment suppliers to address industry-wide priorities.


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Madhouse (1974)
A horror movie star returns to his famous role after years in a mental institution. But the character seems to be committing murders independent of his will. (IMDB) FN&NV
Vincent Price as Paul Toombes
Peter Cushing as Herbert Flay
Mainly Cult, No budget, Exploitation, Giallo, Pinku eiga, Foreign, Off beat, B & Z movies
|Lana Turner - Diane Varsi
|Hope Lange
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Army personnel easily outnumbered the citizenry at 11 informational displays (scoping posters) that discussed each alternative from zero change up to the potentially cumulative increase. The Army was forthright in identifying both significant impacts and proposed mitigation for those impacts.
While written or oral comments were accepted last night, those interested may still make comments on the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) no later than (received or postmarked) October 26, 2009.


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I had to check this place out last Friday. When I walked in it was a buzzing atmosphere, and we got a lovely waiter who put up with my friends and myself who were quite loud from a couple of pre-drinks while waiting for the table.
To start we got the cheese plate. We paired it with this lovely bottle of red (but now I just can't remember the name, all I remember was that it was $80 a bottle). The mozzarella on that board just perfect with the red. I couldn't tell if it was the red that made the cheese great or vice versa but either way I was impressed.
We got a few selection of the balls to share. Chicken with white sauce on peas was the crowd favourite of the night. My partner just could not get enough. The chicken was done just perfectly, still juicy in the centre finished with a light cream sauce.
Next there was the beef balls with red sauce on mash. Personally this was my favourite, lovely classic favours, the tomato paste was overpowering just just complmentary. Mash was a smooth consistency
Fish balls with green sauce on pasta was an interesting concept to me. On paper, I just didn't think it would work, but surprisingly it wasn't that bad. Wasn't my favorite but it wasn't bland as I had imagine it to be. The green pesto sauce was probably the hero of this dish as the pasta and the fish balls would have been bland in comparison to the other balls on the menu without that sauce.
Pork ball with red sauce and Italian beans was also a hit in my eyes.
The sliders, I didn't actually get to try as I wasn't quick enough, but from the reception around the table, everybody seemed to have wanted seconds (had we not ordered so much food earlier).
For dessert I just had to try the whoopie mac. Sadly the gooey chocolate cookie, I had hope to get was sold out. Instead I went for Pistachio and lemon shortcake cookie with a caramel ice cream centre.... I like the concept a lot but end result was fairly ordinary and didn't feel like it was worth $11.50. I could've done something like that at home..... =(
The tiramisu..... let's not even bother going there. Not worth trying....
Overall I loved all the meatballs and wine (I guess as the name would suggest, IT IS a meat ball and wine place). Sadly the dessert was a big let down for me. I would give this place 15/20. decent price and good food.


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I loved your guest blog Nike! I love you as well :) You are such a woman of God and grace. I am so excited for you to be a mother. I know you will be an awesome one!Refined by the fire....Love you always,Debbie
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I love strawberries. I would be surprised to see someone who does not! How can one not love those lovely ruby red coloured, juicy berries? I love the flavour in ice-cream, jams, syrup etc.
It was always my wish to make fruit jam at home. I was not really happy about the artificial colouring and preservatives we find in the store bought stuff. Besides, most often we can only see the artificial fruit flavour as opposed to real fruit pieces.
So when I was confident enough to try out jam making, I decided to start with my favourite fruit. And the fruit is in season now!
Our consumption of jam at home is not too much. My daughter is still too small to love sweet spreads on her bread/rotis. She only takes maple syrup and butter with bread toast. So I wanted to start with a small jar of jam.
Strawberries - 250 g
Sugar - 1 1/4 cup
Lemon Juice - 1 tsp
Lemon Zest - 1/4 tsp
Pectin - 1 tsp (please refer to the note below)
Wash the strawberries and drain the water. Place the strawberries on a clean kitchen towel to remove the excess water. Remove the stems from the strawberries and transfer them to a bowl. Crush the strawberries so it is mostly juicy and a little pulp remains. Ooooo... The color is incredibly attractive, at this stage!
Add the lemon juice, zest and pectin and mix well.
Transfer the contents to a saucepan and heat the mixture, stirring continuously. When it comes to a boil, add the sugar all at once and keep boiling till it comes to a rolling boil. "Rolling boil" is the kind that cannot be stirred down. Take care to keep stirring all the while. At the rolling boil stage, boil for 1 minute and then take it off the heat. Keep stirring for 5 more minutes.
Transfer the contents to a hot sterilized jar and close immediately.
I also processed the jar in a hot water bath. In a deep saucepan, heat water and place the jam jar upright and boil the water for 20-30 minutes. You can refer to this page for more details on this process.
Leave the jar to cool down to room temperature. If you use a good canning jar, then the jam can be stored at room temperature for a year or so. Since I used an ordinary airtight glass jar, I allowed the jar to cool down overnight and then stored it in the refrigerator.
Note: Pectin acts as a gelling agent in jams and jellies. Pectin is a naturally occuring substance in most fruits and is activated and released when heated up. Apples, pears and citrus fruits have a high pectin content. However some fruits like berries have lower pectin content and to get the jam to set we could use pectin.
Most commercially available pectin is in powder form and also has fumaric acid. The thumb rule is to use 1 tsp of pectin per cup of fruit. Please refer to the recipe provided along with the pectin package to calculate the exact quantity of pectin you need to add. I used the US brand "no-name" pectin. I purchased a packet on my recent visit to Canada and I find it good.
You could totally omit the pectin too in this recipe. The jam will not be set like jelly and it will be easily spreadable. Only the consistency will be different. Otherwise there will be no difference.


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The most well known of those fighters is the unbeaten Light Flyweight Paipharob Kokietgym (27-0, 20) who will be defending his WBO Oriental Light Flyweight title against a Filipino challenger Lionel Legada (12-7-1, 5).
For Paipharob the key is to win and look good winning here as he hopes to put pressure on the Light Flyweight world champions and get himself a world title fight later in the year.
Another of the unbeaten prospects on this card is Norasing Kokietgym (13-0-1, 10), who we believe will be fighting another Filipino fighter.
Notably there is also a Korean fighter set to be featured on this card, who we believe is the blonde haired Myung-goo Yuh (24-4-1, 19). Though we are very unsure on the details regarding this fight.
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Personal Note: Lasagna is another type of Italian Pasta that uses 2 types of Sauce which are Tomato Sauce and Bechamel Sauce. You need an Oven for this type of Pasta as it needs to be baked after cooking your sauces. And you need a stainless whisker.
This recipe is very simple and it only needs 1 type of cheese but it would taste beyond average if you'll add some herbs . I used mccormick herbs .
Rectangular pan ( make sure it fits well to the size of your oven )
Tomato Sauce + Bechamel Sauce
1/2 (or more than Kilo) Ground Beef
1 big can sliced Mushroom
1 1/2 Kilo Italian Pasta Sauce ( Clara Ole )
Eden Cheese Quick Melt - Big Size
Lasagna Pasta
Bechamel Sauce
4 TBSP Flour
2-3 TBSP Butter
1 Liter (4cups) Fresh Milk
Saute your Ground Beef with your Onions and Garlic
Add Italian Pasta Sauce and let it simmer
Add mushroom
Salt and Pepper to taste and Set Aside
Melt butter in medium heat
Add flour once melted and whisk until combined
Add milk
Cook your Lasagna Pasta base on the instructions indicated from the Packaging
When both of your sauces are cooked
Prepare your rectangular pan ( make sure it fits well to the size of your oven )
Spread your bechamel sauce as you do the first layer of your Lasagna
And Next is your Tomato Sauce and Cheese and cover it with Pasta and repeat the process
Put it into the Oven 150 degree Celcius in 45minutes
Setting the temperature and the time of baking will be depending on your Oven.
I am using Convection Oven 21 liters. I lessen the amount of time of cooking and temperature to
make sure the cheese on the top layer will not be over cooked or burned.
I suggest you to cook your pasta well done to make sure that it will not fail to the baking process but make sure it is not over cook. And a buy a butter quality as it might tear while or after boiling it from the water.
Another TIP:
Lasagna has its best taste for the following day after cooking because the pasta absorbs all the flavor from the sauce.
Serve and Enjoy!


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Since it's our 10th anniversary year, we're opening up the archives to give you a chance to get that portrait you may have regretted not ordering larger the first time around. For a short time only, you can order either an unmounted 8x10 or mounted 11x14 at a reduced price from any past session from the last 10 years. We are truly opening up the vault!! This is a perfect opportunity to replace a lost or damaged print, or maybe enlarge that favorite 5x7 you've been loving for years. Makes a great holiday gift too!
An 8x10 print will be $25 each and an 11x14 print will be $75.* (*these prices are for past sessions or fully processed sessions only. They do no not apply to current sessions in production, or upcoming sittings. Once your session is picked up and completed, you can then apply for this special).
We're making the process easy as well. If you'd like to take advantage of this offer, follow these simple steps.
- Send us an email with your first and last name, and the approximate date of your sitting.
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This is offer will run until December 15, plenty of time to get your Christmas gift orders in. This will be a one time only sale to cap off our anniversary year, so act quickly! As we all know, time passes faster than we realize!


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So Pope Benedict XVI has decided to grace our little third world island with his presence. First port of call was Scotland, having left one of his advisors behind already, and to the rallying calls of Scottish Catholics. He waved to a thronging, if not quite sell out, crowd, blessed babies and generally looked pretty holy in his Popemobile.
If you want protests and arguments against his visit, they are not hard to find. Facebook (though hardly the most reliable source) is literally seething with insults and hate. The protest through London, against the Pope's views on gays, women, condoms and aids should also be pretty interesting.
Rather than have a good old rant, which would be far too obvious, I've decided to do a quick little blog on my response to his speech. After deciphering his German accent and a tendency to mumble (and assorted family members talking over the television) I managed to hear a few words he said. I've also had a little read around, perusing the newspapers and websites. In doing so I've managed to piece together what he said, and above all I simply found my own response pretty amusing. When he warns us of a society becoming more secular, or the "increasing marginalization" of Christianity1 , I asked him (or, more accurately, the television) "and what's so bad about that?". Not that I was in the remotest sense alone in this sentiment, which was probably echoed by secularists, agnostics, atheists and others across the country. Britain wouldn't have become a secularist society, where religion is accounted for less and the growing sense of equality, if we hadn't wanted it. Social change requires the co-operation of the people, because it is the people who make it happen in the first place. I'm damn proud of our country, and its secularist temperament. If people wish to worship God, or Allah or Vishnu or Thor (I know a few) then they are still allowed to do so. The difference is it has no negative effect on society as whole. The law is not biased towards one group, like it is in Brazil, or against others. In many ways Britain is actually encouraging all that is good about religion. Help groups, community projects, charity fundraisers are still allowed and encouraged. It's not perfect, not by far, but it's worlds apart from the theocratic tyranny in Iran, and the god-twisted laws elsewhere on our little blue rock.
Now is the point where I could easily descend into some anti-pope, anti-catholic rant, but I shall restrain. For one, many of my friends are Catholics, and some of the best people you'll ever meet. And even some of them are opposed to what the Pope has to say. They respect gay rights, treat women equally (the occasional sexist joke may enter, but none said with conviction or hate) and a few even despise this visit in its entirety. I hope when people turn their anger towards the Pope, they don't carry it on onto moderate, progressive and genuinely good Catholics such as them.
1. http://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/pope-warns-of-increasing-marginalisation-of-christianity-2082388.html
Friday, 17 September 2010
The Pope is Back in Town
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I dont have much time recently, and this is a good thing cos I train a lot! :)
I Trained this week 5 times (weight lifting) and I also run every day. I realized that the more I move the better I feel. I think this is a big key in staying on track on raw food. We have to use the energy that is given us. Especially in 811, the more I train the better fruit tastes :) much better digestion and better mood at all.
It also helps me eat more than I would otherwise.
Check out this huge orange! (was not so good as it looks like...)
Today I had:
-2.5 kg of oranges and plus a couple grapefruits (best oranges ever! sweet and juicy)
- 15 bananas( very good and ripe ones)
-0.3kg dried mango
-0.5kg dried peaches(lots of calories in there)
-2 stalks of celery
its about 3000-4000cals,
I really started to see Improvements both in muscle mass and endurance. Its inbelivable how much faster I recover and heal after trainings. If I cut myself or anything, it heals twice as fast as it used to. But I used to consider myself a healthy person also when I ate meat and everything. I eat one big salad every day and lot of fruits but added a lot of chicken... farmed... :( I did not know anything about them that time...
Nor did I know about calories, and how important they are, my only concern was protein... the old story...
the problem is that most people still believe the protein mith. My roomates commented that I dont eat any protein and that I used to be much muscular.... Of course, I losed weight, but gaining back. They are saying this when they dont train at all, I outlift all of them and outrun. they always tired and complaining etc... I guess its not an unknown story to others like me :)
However its really annoying, I find it usefull, cos it makes me train even harder and run faster and lift more, and so I can show that its possible to be strong and healthy and not the lack of protein is the reason why they are not strong or why they dont win... its the lack of commitment and steadiness.
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hello :) i love your blogVálaszTörlés
thoughs kiwis look realy good :)
im thinking about starting raw within the next month as im feeling quite sleepy and slugish after ating alot of for example cereals and things
xxxxx peony
Yeah! start it when you feel ready, however the easiest way is to start it right over, 100% in the beginning. but its only an advice, I hope you succed!VálaszTörlés
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joi, 27 mai 2010
Scar tissue.
The past month helped me regain control of my thoughts. Finally! HELLO BRAIN! MY thoughts at fucking last! I've kicked depression's ass and gave sadness a wedgie!
The only thing remaining is scar tissue. But I can live with that, although it looks ugly.
I'm succeeding in becoming a better man. I promised i'd try.
luni, 10 mai 2010
Simple things.
I miss the simple things. I miss the colour in my life. All these shades of grey are too much for me to handle.
All these inner questions that haunt me each night, all this bullshit I'm so fed up with. I need a reason to carry on.
miercuri, 17 martie 2010
Did you ever feel it's all falling apart? Ever thought there's no escape from this circle of deceptions? Have you ever wondered how you'd feel if you'd wake up one morning and realise your universe is a fucking mess?
Do you know what nemesis is? I'll give you a tip, ok?
Nemesis describes one's worst enemy, someone or something that is the exact opposite of oneself but is also somehow similar. What if you end up stuck in a world in which you and your nemesis are one and the same?
Fuck, how would the thought of that make you feel? Seeing your other sides lurking and waiting, just waiting for you to fail.
How would you cope with that, eh? :)
marți, 16 martie 2010
Inner demons.
Days passing by, trying to exorcise all my memories, and wishing i could oppress my feelings and my selfishness.
I never thought we'd end up like this. I never thought you'd sell me for a penny. I always thought we deserved to share another end.
I miss your smile, I miss your lips, yet I try to remain stone-cold. I was never good at hiding what I feel. I always thought you'd love that cozy feeling, that warm sensation given by the fact that there's someone that would do anything to make you smile. I wanted to make you feel safe and confident. I always thought that was your biggest flaw.
All this bitterness in my soul, this void which used to be filled with hope. It hurts like hell.
I'm trying to be a better man.
They say people come and go, and that's the way life is meant to be. I wish you'll realise what you mean to me. I hope you'll find it in you to kill my inner demons..
marți, 20 ianuarie 2009
Friendship is overrated.
Toti cauta prietenia in jur, o cauta presupunand ca prietenie inseamna ceva material, ceva palpabil - eventual ceva ce bagi in buzunar. Bad news, cel mai bun prieten iti esti tu insuti, daca stii sa te respecti. Si faci si economie de bani cu ocazia asta. N-ai cu cine sa vorbesti? Fa-ti si tu un glob si destreseaza-te.


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Unless you live in a deep dark hole in the ground somewhere, you can't possibly not know that on Friday,
will celebrate its first REALLY BIG royal wedding since Prince Charles and Lady Diana were married in the early 1980s. Now their offspring, Prince William, is marrying Kate Middleton in a ceremony that is sure to command the attention of the entire world and will, most certainly, clog up the news media and the Internet (which will make it harder for me to get my daily LOLs on I Can Has Cheezburger). If some country wants to invade another country, Friday would be the time to do it because with all the distraction, no one will even notice. Great Britain
You're probably wondering why a cat like me is adding to the frenzy by blogging about the royal wedding. Well, to be perfectly honest, there's really no reason other than the fact that if I didn't, I would appear to be a Luddite who was unaware of the goings-on in the world around me. Naturally, as an all-knowing kitty, I'm not about to let that happen.
There is one question I do have, though, and that is… do William and Kate like cats? The people of
are notorious cat lovers, so here's hoping that goes for the royal couple as well. Great Britain
Meanwhile, here's wishing William and Kate well, and may they live long and happy lives together. And me… well, I can't wait till all the hoopla is over so I can get back to napping.


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- Kit - Studio Rosey Posey - Beach Babe
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A cool refreshing salad simply does not taste nearly as comforting as a hot bowl of soup on a cold winter day.
This Lasagna Soup Recipe has all the traditional flavors of lasagna and comes together for a heart warming meal-in-a-bowl.
- 1 lb extra lean ground beef
- 1 box Ready to Use 30% Less Sodium Beef Broth
- 1 can Condensed Tomato with Basil and Oregano Soup
- 2 cups water
- 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1 1/2 tsp dried oregano leaves, crushed
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- 1 cup diced fresh tomato
- 2 cups whole wheat short lasagna-noodle-shaped pasta (mafalda corta)
- 3 tbsp shredded Parmesan cheese
- Spray large heavy-bottomed saucepan or Dutch oven lightly with cooking spray. Brown beef well at medium-high heat.
- Add broth, soup, water, garlic, oregano, pepper and tomato. Heat to a boil, stirring occasionally. Stir in pasta and reduce heat.
- Cover and cook at gentle boil until pasta is tender - about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Ladle into soup bowls. Sprinkle with cheese and serve.
If you cannot find mafalda pasta, it can be replaced by any short pasta - rotini, fusilli, bowties or even broken fettuccine or long mafalda.
Garnishing with a few sprigs of fresh oregano, right before serving, gives this dish an enticing appearance and aroma.
Happy Cooking ☺
I found a way around the higher prices! Swipe this file and start saving money when buying ground beef.


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Tuesday, March 31, 2009
Guy Bourdin
and one of his shortmovies:
more info under: http://www.guybourdin.net/other_pages/newyork_times_biog.html
Thursday, March 26, 2009
It is getting really busy again...
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
Suede Boots
I found these boots on Ebay for $10 ! But they were not my size, so I didn't buy them....aren't they lovely?
Tuesday, March 24, 2009
Elsa Peretti in a 'Bunny' costume by Halston, New York (1975) for French Vogue
A Woman after my own taste!
Elsa Peretti was born in Florence, Italy, the daughter of a well-to-do Roman family. She studied Interior Design in Rome. She moved to New York in the 1960s, where she began to model and then started designing jewelry for a handful of top designers, including Halston, Oscar de la Renta, Giorgio di Sant'Angelo and most notably, Tiffany.
Ink Drawings
Saturday, March 21, 2009
All it takes is a good idea
Get down! James Brown gives you dancing lessons
I like you so much I wanted to give you a dancing lesson with Mr. James Brown himself.
You will be prepared next time you feel to bust some moves at your local danceteria.
So here are the Boogaloo, Camel Walk, the Mash Potato, the Funky Chicken and the Robot.
So Beautiful
Banana Chocolate Walnut Cake
If you are bored on the weekend and want to save some money and have something yummy in your lunch bag, why don't you make Banana Chocolate Walnut Cake ? A great way to use very ripe bananas, this easy-to-make cake incorporates everything you love about banana bread and adds a few more favorites—chocolate, walnuts, and cinnamon—for good measure. (It's also much more tender, with a light, moist crumb.)
yield: Makes 8 servings
active time: 30 min
total time: 2 1/2 hrIngredients:
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 stick unsalted butter, softened, plus 2 tablespoons, melted and cooled
- 1 cup sugar, divided
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/4 cups mashed very ripe bananas (about 3 medium)
- 2/3 cup plain whole-milk yogurt
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 (3 1/2- to 4-ounce) bar 70%-cacao bittersweet chocolate, coarsely chopped
- 1 cup walnuts (3 ounces), toasted , cooled, and coarsely chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Preheat oven to 375°F with rack in middle. Butter a 9-inch square cake pan.
Stir together flour, baking soda, and salt.
Beat together softened butter (1 stick) and 3/4 cup sugar in a medium bowl with an electric mixer at medium speed until pale and fluffy, then beat in eggs 1 at a time until blended. Beat in bananas, yogurt, and vanilla (mixture will look curdled).
With mixer at low speed, add flour mixture and mix until just incorporated.
Toss together chocolate, nuts, cinnamon, melted butter, and remaining 1/4 cup sugar in a small bowl. Spread half of banana batter in cake pan and sprinkle with half of chocolate mixture. Spread remaining batter evenly over filling and sprinkle remaining chocolate mixture on top.
Bake until cake is golden and a wooden pick inserted in center of cake comes out clean, 35 to 40 minutes. Cool cake in pan on a rack 30 minutes, then turn out onto rack and cool completely, right side up.
Cooks' note: Cake can be made 2 days ahead and kept in an airtight container at room temperature.
The recipe for Banana Chocolate Walnut Cake comes from Gourmet magazine, February 2008, and is posted on Epicurious.
Mariage Frères Tea
Then I moved to Paris where the French take it to a totally different level.I thought I had died and gone to Tea Heaven when I discovered Mariage Frères, a super-chic Tea Shop in the Marais. The Teas have names irresistible names like Boléro, Thé a L'Opéra, Vanille des Iles, Vanille Impériale, Bouddha Bleu, Thé des Impressionnistes, Sankar Bop, English Breakfast, Ruschka, Libertango, Polo Club, Surabaya, Yuzu Temple, Fall in Love, Gold Himalaya, Marco Polo, Thé du Nil, Russian Star, Sweet Shanghaï, Fuji Yama, Darjeeling Rose Camélia, Darjeeling Princeton,
Darjeeling Master, Thé au Sahara, Earl Grey French Blue,Thé des Maharajahs.....
There are 3 Mariage Frères tea salons in Paris.They have been in business for more than 130 years and sell more than 500 high quality teas over the counter and by mail-order worldwide.
It's about half the price to buy the tea in the bags as it is in the canisters.
The canisters are great, but it's harder on the pocketbook if you are obsessed like I am.
Across the street from the location in Le Marais, there is a second MF tea shop where you can sniff the teas at your leisure. You'll be there for hours!!! And the man in your life will really enjoy it as much as you do.You can also buy bags of tea already packaged on the shelves, as opposed to getting them packaged by the staff from bulk bins at the other locations. It's as self-serve as it gets. Having tea at the salon may seem pricey to some.
A pot of tea costs approximately 8 euros. But each pot provides about 6 cups of tea, so if there are 2 of you, its 4 euro each, for 3 cups of tea each, which is actually a great deal.
Great people watching as well, perfect for brunch, as I said it is pricey, but it is a huge treat.
Maybe also share my favorite salad, the "SNOB SALAD"...
Lanvin A/W 2009
So fluid and elegant.
Thank you Alber Elbaz, you make women look great without showing cleavage and behind.
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I felt that we were no longer part of the *community* of Stony Creek. It was sad for me in a few ways. One being, that unless I put the kids back in the program (which probably won't happen), that "family" feel is gone. I am so thankful for the amazing friendships I have built with some moms over the years and I hope and pray we continue to be friends. There are a few women who I have shared and opened so much of my heart with and I love them for it. I hope my children continue to phone the friends they've made and that those friends call them up as well. When we left the school, it wasn't my intent to drop all relationships but instead to keep close the ones we all had made.and build on them.
I am in a season of pouring much of my energies into my four amazing children. I am mothering them. Teaching them. Loving them. Advocating for them. Supporting and loving them with all my heart. This is what God wants me to do, where He wants me to be and this is the season I'm in.


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I finally had a chance to review Mike Rothman's Pragmatic CSO (here). This is an excellent work on how organizations can embrace security as part of the business and not just a function that inhibits it. The writing style is easy to follow and light, yet tackles some pretty significant issues facing organizations today. It reminds me of the highly successful Ken Blanchard/Spencer Johnson style books – lots of great messages delivered in a conversational narrative, that are easily digestible and can be applied immediately. In an ocean of technical security books it is great to finally see someone tackling the issue of evolving an organizations security programs and aligning it with the business.
Rothman also manages to deliver consistently valuable material everyday on his security incite blog (here), definitely worth subscribing to. Recently Rothman sat down with Shimel and Ashley for some podcasts. I recommend you take the time to listen, as all three of these guys are highly entertaining on top of providing some great content (here) and (here)
Great Job Mike! you should be very proud of your efforts, and even more so of your execution. However, Shimel, you on the other hand… 🙂


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BURLINGTON, Ky. — A Kentucky resident claims he saw a reptilian humanoid.
The man, who says he saw the entity twice, explains he was sitting in his dining room when the first creature showed up.
"It was dark outside. I had an extremely strong feeling to look outside. When I looked out the window, I saw a dark and slim figure standing about 10 feet away from the house," he said.
The eyewitness says the being then looked at him with his "piercing red eyes".
"They looked like they were glowing."
The second time he reportedly saw it, he was able to notice more of its physical details.
"I was driving home from work, it was around 10 p.m.. I turned onto my street when I saw it walking by."
The man then claims he pulled over and was able to watch a "dark green, scaly" creature with "big red eyes". The being, he says, then ran in front of his car and quickly disappeared into the woods.
"That was the last time I saw a creature like that. He said on MUFON about the decade-old encounter.
In 2015, a woman told Cryptozoology News that her Native American grandparents had encountered an unidentified reptile-like creature while crossing the Sabine River from Louisiana into Texas in 1920. In 1995, a soldier stationed at Fort Hood said he had seen a bipedal creature, which he later identified as "Bigfoot", kneeling on the shoulder of the road on the same bridge the two Native Americans had spotted the "dragon" 75 years earlier.
In 2002, a girl in Virginia claimed to have seen a similar creature while camping at the Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park in Page County. She stated that the animal looked like "the mix of a horse and a Komodo dragon" with a "dark gray-brown color".
Just last month, a California man claimed to have seen a similar creature in Colusa County.
Some paranormal researchers believe in the existence of a race of snake-like underground creatures. Proponents of the reptilian theory, such as David Icke, suggest a conspiracy involving these humanoids taking over planet Earth. According to its followers, these creatures are meticulously involved in daily political decisions affecting governments across the world, as they also believe that they are capable of "morphing" or "shapeshifting" at will in order to "deceive" the population.
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June 21, 2012
Although a relatively minor player within the overall bioenergy sector, the market for biogas sits at the confluence of a number of forces, including increasing demand for distributed generation, tightening environmental regulations, and accelerating buildout of infrastructure for natural gas and for vehicles powered by natural gas. A byproduct of anaerobic digestion (AD), a process in which microorganisms break down organic matter in an oxygen-starved environment, biogas is gaining traction as a versatile energy carrier with significant potential to meet growing demand within the power, heat, fuel, and chemical markets. According to a new report from Pike Research, this fast-growing market reached $17.3 billion in global revenue in 2011 and will nearly double by 2022, hitting $33.1 billion in that year.
"With the relatively mature German biogas market nearing saturation, many design-build firms and project developers are seeking to export their expertise abroad to tap opportunities across Europe, the Americas, and Asia Pacific," says senior analyst Mackinnon Lawrence. "Increasing demand among farmers, municipalities, and industrial processors for waste treatment technologies, on the one hand, and widening opportunities for renewable natural gas in transportation and cogeneration applications on the other, signal steady growth for the biogas industry over the next decade."
Global installed production capacity is now more than 800 billion cubic feet per year, representing nearly 14.5 gigawatts (GW) of installed distributed and grid-scale renewable generation capacity. With at least 11 billion cubic feet per year of production capacity expected to come online worldwide by the end of 2012, renewable natural gas (RNG) is a growing segment within the diverse biogas landscape. While opportunities abound for high-Btu RNG in gas-to-grid injection and vehicle fuel applications, low fossil natural gas prices are expected to restrict market growth in the absence of strong policy incentives.
Pike Research's report, "Renewable Biogas", analyzes the global market opportunity for biogas capture across four key industrial segments: municipal solid waste (MSW), agriculture, industrial, and sewage treatment. The report provides a comprehensive assessment of the demand drivers, business models, policy factors, and technology issues associated with the rapidly-developing market for biogas production and utilization. Key industry players are profiled in depth and worldwide revenue and capacity forecasts for raw biogas and RNG production, segmented by region and industrial segment, extend through 2022. An Executive Summary of the report is available for free download on the firm's website.
Pike Research is a market research and consulting firm that provides in-depth analysis of global clean technology markets. The company's research methodology combines supply-side industry analysis, end-user primary research and demand assessment, and deep examination of technology trends to provide a comprehensive view of the Smart Energy, Smart Grid, Smart Transportation, Smart Industry, and Smart Buildings sectors. For more information, visit www.navigantresearch.com or call +1.303.997.7609.
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Saturday, February 23, 2013
In The Beginning...... Year 4: Maybe This Year!
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Lisa, Happy 4th Blogiversary! Since you promised to continue posting, that's good enough for me. You've written some of my favorite posts, and I look forward to what you have to share down the road. Congratulations.ReplyDelete
Happy Blogiversary!ReplyDelete
I for one cannot wait to start reading!ReplyDelete
Happy Blogiversary!
Happy 4th Blogiversary! I concur with the other commenters.ReplyDelete
Happy Blogiversary, Lisa! Please keep sharing your stories! We enjoy them so much.ReplyDelete
Congratulations on beginning another year. It takes such commitment to keep up with blogging, don't you think?ReplyDelete
Your Aunt Lela reminds me of Luxenburg's Annie's Ghosts. He, too, thought his mother was an only child. Have you read it? I thought his research methods were helpful in suggesting new ways to find out about ancestors.
Again, congrats!
It sounds like the best is yet to come. Happy Blogiversary.ReplyDelete
I love reading family stories ...I so look forward to them appearing on here.I am sure that as long as you blog ...maybe once a month or so ...no one will mind when the wonderful posts appear. I so need to get back to FH blogging and scrapping. xxReplyDelete
Happy Blogiversary and I look forward to continuing reading your blog!ReplyDelete
Congrats on four years, Lisa! Best of luck with your goals for the year...maybe this WILL be the year!ReplyDelete


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Class of 2011 power forward Angelo Chol chose Arizona over Alabama, Kansas, North Carolina, and Washington. Chol is a versatile big man who is athletic and long and excels in transition. He is a good finisher who rebounds well and is an excellent shot-blocker. He is the second power forward in Arizona's class (Sidiki Johnson) and gives Arizona a top-five recruiting class.
Angelo Chol decides on the Wildcats
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We have been exploring into the wild at our toddler craft on Tuesday & Wednesday Mornings. Each week we have a story then a related craft.
Today we read the very fun book Dear Zoo by Rod Campbell, a great lift & flap book where the reader asks the zoo to send them a pet and they send all sorts of wild animals until they find the best suited!
This book is so interactive for kids as you can see they can guess what the animal is going to be before lifting the flap. It was great to here some of the kids own reasons for not having these types of animals in their house, like the monkey stealing all their bananas!
Today we made a very fun camel from egg cartons - which are so underrated - the craft possibilities are endless with these gems and let's not mention wooden pegs (which are quite hard to find in NZ, however I found a massive bag for $2.50 at Kosco)
We used brown paint for this project too, which is best done with orange and a bit of blue. We mixed our own orange first with yellow & red and then just added a drop of blue
The camels blanket is just a small piece of felt and we used brown card for the camels neck and face.
Tip: It is best to create your camels face & attach his harness, then make a slit in the egg carton box and slide it in first before painting - unless you have a patient toddler who can do this in stages.
And there you go! We have one grumpy camel!
Have fun creating your own camel and we would love to see it on our Facebook page!
Toddler Craft happens on Tuesday & Wednesday mornings at 10am at Make, 355 Riccarton Road
Book online here: Preschool Story & Craft
Term 2 will be up soon.


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Thursday, November 20, 2008
CAFSC Organization - State Leaders
CAFSC Organization
The following is a list of contacts for the CAFSC. If you are a resident of a State listed, please contact your state leader first on how to get involved in the cause. He or she will be your primary leader. If your state does not have a leader, please contact the National Director. As more leaders are recruited, they may be asked to serve as leaders in States within their region of the country.
National Director: David Jaromnak firstname.lastname@example.com
Pennsylvania Leader: David Jaromnak firstname.lastname@example.com
About CAFSC:
Right now, CAFSC is a grassroots organization, with a possibility for developing into a Non-Profit Organization. If we determine that the grassroots effort is not being effective, we may elect to go non-profit in order to seek monetary donations for business expenses such as literature, media commericals, travel, and administrative costs. If we go down that road, as a non-profit, all donations will be utilized 100% towards the mission statement, to eradicate FSC laws.
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BE AWARE these FSC Cigarettes are POISON. The government is either trying to kill all the smokers and their families that are around them when they smoke or kill off the tobacco industry so we can have more unemployment or both. FSC Cigarettes are induced with CARPET GLUE! They didn't even warn us that they were going to put this crap in our smokes and poison us more than we were already poisoning ourselves. The United States Citizens are being used as GUINEA PIGS. Which doesn't surprise me concidering how shady this new administration is. BEWARE
- December 6, 2009 at 10:55 AM
- Tobacco Eliquid said...
Thank god for vaping to come around!
- December 8, 2015 at 9:14 AM
- moon said...
Vaping is super dangerous too.
- August 17, 2016 at 9:36 PM
- moon said...
Vaping is super dangerous too.
- August 17, 2016 at 9:36 PM
- Blogger said...
I got my first electronic cigarette kit at VistaVapors, and I must admit that they have the best kits.
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One Thousand Worlds has had a lot of interest from sci-fi readers and writers. I've thought about launching a separate sci-fi site, but realised that I just wouldn't have the time. So that's when sci-Fi Saturdays were born.
Here's an opportunity for writers to put their first one thousand words in front of potential readers. I'm looking for sci-Fi authors to submit the opening of their books. For a chance to get some welcome exposure, please read the How To Submit section. All submissions are welcome and I promise to feature every one received.


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Apparently, in the Florida judicial system, the hieratic powers of its black-robed masters have reached so far as to be able to make darkness light, day into night, and suspend the laws of logic which bind us mere ordinary mortals.
Consider the following:
The trial judge in the Terri Schiavo case, George Greer, ruled that Michael Schiavo's testimony that Terri "wouldn't want to go on living" is "clear and convincing", in spite of it being corroborated only by Michael's brother and sister-in-law, whose corroboration was only gotten into court by a last-minute dodge by attorney George Felos, which violated the rules of civil trial procedure. Greer also ignored substantial contravening testimony against Michael's contention.
The appeals court in Florida keeps Felos on the case, in spite of the above violation, as well as Greer's violation of the rule against ex parte communications, by having impromptu news conferences in his chambers when counsel for both sides are not present.
Now, the Florida Appeals court has ruled that Circuit Judge W. Douglas Baird is to remain on the Terri Schiavo case, in spite of evidence that he is biased.
Judge Baird, before any hearings have been held in the matter of "Terri's Law", the legislation which allowed Gov. Jeb Bush to intervene and order Terri's feeding tube restored, has made statements that he believes the law is "presumptively unconstitutional."
To the ordinary person, that sounds like the judge has pre-judged the case. But to Florida Appeals judges, who apparently use a secret code which sounds like the English language, but conveys different meanings, such utterances from Baird are "not improper".
Bush criticized the decision, saying in a statement that "it appears the court has determined that prejudging a case before evidence is presented is acceptable in Florida."
What's really going on is this: the black-robed masters of the Florida judiciary, being accustomed to the unfettered power to call black white by their fiat, are mad as hell that the Florida legislature and Gov. Bush have challenged their ability to exercise raw power, and order an innocent woman's death by judicial ukase.
So now they are going to try to punish Bush, and they will not rest until Terri is dead, if for no other reason than to demonstrate who our masters really are. Power tends to corrupt, and absolute power corrupts absolutely. And there is no one in this country who exercises power more absolute than a judge, particularly at the appellate level. And once they have tasted the heady brew that is the power over life and death, most will do almost anything to keep it.


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Recently, I was on a flight back from Los Angeles when I noticed an old version of Wired magazine in the seat-back in front of me. As I flipped past an article on the YouTube revolution and a quiz on what type of cyborg I "want to be," I happened on a 2010 profile of Andrew. I couldn't think of a timelier reminder of his impact on journalism.
It's hard to imagine that it's already been a year since Andrew's untimely passing. It seems like just yesterday he was riling up Occupy Wall Street protesters and exposing Weinergate.
His confidence was inspirational and allowed him to engage just about anyone. Andrew understood the power of collective action and never shied away from the opportunity to speak his mind. His willingness to tackle politics head-on is what I admire most. He went toe-to-toe with his adversaries, challenging their rhetoric and pointing out their hypocrisy.
I'm extremely grateful for the impact he left on the world of journalism. He used the internet as his own personal platform to discuss and debate the topics that others were afraid to tackle. He uncovered fraud and deception wherever it existed, and, without hesitation, he investigated and reported the stories the mainstream media shied away from.
Andrew devoted his life to creating meaningful political change while motivating others to do something about the shortfalls of government. One year ago, America lost a beacon of liberty, but Andrew's passion, humor, innovation, and unwavering spirit will forever live on in our hearts.
It's our responsibility to carry the torch and celebrate Andrew's legacy. That's why the Franklin Center is proud to sponsor the Breitbart Awards, honoring the journalists and bloggers that keep Andrew's memory alive by going above and beyond the call of duty to uncover the truth and expose corruption.
Today, as we take time to mourn and pay tribute, please also take the time to continue his legacy by submitting a nomination at BreitbartAwards.com.


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Arnav and Khushi had loads of fun responding to questions by their loving fans on STAR Plus Facebook and Twitter Pages. Have as much fun reading them as they had answering them.
@pia_begum: #askarnavkhushi We all know Khushi makes jalebis when she's sad but what does Arnav do when he's sad?
Arnav: I cry.
Khushi: He cries like a baby.
@kiran2407: #AskArnavKhushi Have they got a favourite scene that they have done in IPKKND and what is it?
Arnav: I like majority of them. But the scene when he finds out about Shyam's truth and Anjali informs that she is pregnant, is my favourite.
Khushi: Every scene is fun, we laugh while shooting each scene.
@SminaRiaz: #AskArnavKhushi what has been your favorite Rabba ve scene to shoot?
Arnav: The ones we have to do while lying down. Otherwise, I have difficulty carrying them off.
Khushi: There are so many of them, it is difficult to point out just one. All of them are my favourites.
@rdhsree: What influenced you to do the role of #ASR which is totally different from your real life character??? #AskArnavKhushi
Arnav: That is what has been my challenge from day one. It was not an easy job, to play Arnav was tough.
@A_Anwarul: #AskArnavKhushi What is the funniest scene you have shot so far in #IPKKND?
Arnav: I can't remember one funny scene that was the best as we laugh while shooting almost all the scenes. Sometimes, our team gets upset, in some instances, our Directors have walked out. I keep a straight face but Khushi bursts out laughing and then she blames me.
Khushi: When I was doing the samosa scene, I found it very funny as I had to stuff my mouth with samosas. I kept eating and gave several retakes.
@A_Anwarul: #AskArnavKhushi What was the toughest scene to shoot??
Khushi: All those scenes when we have to cry are tough as we have to put in a lot of emotions and feelings.
@JesleenSimran: How can they read each other's eyes? #AskArnavKhushi
Arnav: That is the magic of love.
Khushi: If I know someone inside out and am close to them, I can read their eyes.
Suruchi Singh: I just want to ask them that when is Arshi going on honeymoon?
Arnav: We have not yet decided that, let's see when that happens.
Khushi: I hope soon as I would love to go out of the city.
Suhana Sharma: Arnav and Khushi, two unlike people with different ideologies, fell in love and now they are married. If given a chance, what would Sanaya and Barun change about Arnav and Khushi? I mean what quality in them they love the most?
Arnav: I would want Arnav to laugh more and Khushi to talk less.
Khushi: I like the fact that Khushi is so happy as a person. I like her completely.
Vishakha Kapoor: Arshi, we love you so much that we laugh with you and we cry with you. How do you bring out your chemistry and acting so well that we people feel you are real characters?
Arnav: Some actors are meant for a few characters, we have lived them for so long that they seem so real.
Khushi: I just try to do my best and do a good job.
Aishwarya Kumar: How do you manage to weave magic even in the most mundane scenes when you're together? You both are a very good looking jodi :)
Arnav: This is all team work.
Khushi: We have a good chemistry off-screen, we enjoy our work and we are very good friends too!
Manal Hani: Mera question Arshi se hai ki dono mein se kaun sabse zyada mohabbat karta hai ek doosre se? Arnav Khushi se ya Khushi Arnav se? Aur yeh ki dono mein sabse zyada kaun understand karta hai ek doosre ki feelings or unke nature aur behaviour ko, Arnav ya Khushi?
Arnav: Even in real life, love is temporary. Some of the time, one loves the other more and at others, the other does. But it appears as if I love Khushi more and care for her more than she does.
Khushi: I am a little immature in certain situations. Arnav's feelings for me come across more clearly but sometimes, my eyes can't see this.
Tzbia Khan: Best jodi ever! We hope that you two reach the heights of stardom! :) Just wanted to know that do you have the same chemistry off-screen as well? Hope you answer my question! I'll be waiting! :)
Arnav: If that was the case, we would be married by now.
Khushi: We are very good friends off-screen.
Iqra Iqbal: I would like to ask that what they find the most attractive quality in a person? :)
Arnav: Their goodness.
Khushi: How the person is, if he or she is a good human being is what attracts me most.
Leena Sadhukhan: Arnav ko hasna kyun nahi aata? He is all the time like an angry young man behind the scene? And Khushi itna achha funky dance kaise kar leti hai? I love her funky dancing moves.....:-*:-*
Arnav: What we practice is what we become. I have practiced to be like that for a long time now.
Khushi: Arnav does not look good when he laughs. Actually, he looks terrible when he laughs. I enjoy doing the stupid tapori moves Khushi style.
Loveny Miah: Khushi, what is the one thing that upsets you about Arnav?
Khushi: I wish he would show his feelings a little more as he feels very deeply.
Swathi Potter: I want to ask Arnav and Khushi that what their favourite Rabba ve moment is. ;)
Arnav: The ones we have to do while lying down. Otherwise, I have difficulty carrying them off.
Khushi: There are so many of them, it is difficult to point out just one. All of them are my favourites.
Tharuu Silva: Arnav and Kushi, same question for both of you, frankly tell the very first moment that you two missed each other the most? :-) And tell us why your fights turn out to be so romantic sometimes? :D
Arnav: That is how they write it.
Khushi: It is difficult to remember now. Since Arnav and Khushi are opposite to each other, it works like fire on screen when they fight.
Devanshi Devani: What message do you want to give your STAR Plus friend?
Arnav: I am very thankful for the love and support that I have received from my fans. I got several awards due to my fans who watch me and like me.
Khushi: I just want to say thank you! If it wasn't for you, we wouldn't be here. Don't give up on us; we have lots more in store.
Wasn't it fun interacting with your favourite jodi? Do let us know which answers you enjoyed the most.


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"My what?" I replied.
An elevator speech is your content condensed into the amount of time you spend in an elevator. In other words, it's your small window of opportunity – most likely a minute or less – to interest your prospective customer in your product.
The concept of having an elevator speech for my book didn't dawn on me until I was preparing for my first book signing.
I asked myself the question, "What will I say when someone asks me what my book is about?"
The answer may not be as obvious as it seems. As an author, you know your book better than anyone else. There's the pro. The challenge is distancing yourself from everything you know and finding a way to summarize your 200+ page novel into two or three short sentences.
So what should an author's elevator speech include? Here's what I suggest.Genre
What category or categories does your book fall into? Is it fiction or non-fiction? If it's fiction, is it a mystery, romance, fantasy, or other? If it's non-fiction, is it a biography, informational book, or devotional? There are dozens of genres, so be specific in identifying which ones apply to your book.
For whom did you write the book? Identifying your target audience will help anyone you're conversing with decide if the book is right for them or someone they know.Hook
What is so interesting about your book that would make people want to read it? This is your chance to share just enough information about your story to arouse curiosity. Don't try to summarize your entire plot; you'll lose your audience, and find yourself floundering to finish your sentences.
Then, take these elements, and combine them in a way that is conversational. Here's an example for my newly released book:
Secrets Beyond Lake Winona's Shore is a Christian fiction mystery that young adults and families will enjoy. Abigail "Abby" Grant, my heroine from book one, stumbles upon a mystery in the lakes region of New Hampshire and must uncover forgotten Cold War secrets in time to save a man's life. The plot explores right and wrong ways to respond to situational dilemmas while underscoring the value of forgiveness.A related exercise would be to take your elevator speech and condense it into one sentence. For a formula, check our Rachelle Gardner's blog on Writing a One-Sentence Summary.
The takeaway from all this is to be prepared. Don't be caught off guard when someone says, "Hey, congrats on the new book. So what's it about?"Be ready to answer.


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Sunday, October 25, 2015
R.I.P. - Paula Haigh
Sad for us, but happy for Paula Haigh, that she passed away very peacefully on October 22, 2015, around 3:00a.m. A few hours before, Paula announced to the nursing staff that she was going to die and she requested the Last Rites. Immediately her priests were called and Father Joseph Pfeiffer, her long-time special friend, came to her assistance. After Fr. Pfeiffer left her, in a very restful state, Paula asked to be put in a wheelchair and she traveled around the nursing home to say good-bye to all the friends she had made in her four-year stay at the Life Care Center. She informed them that she was going to die very soon, which she did. They loved and admired Paula, who was so caring and child-like even at the age of 89.
Paula had pre-planned an immediate burial because she had no family and no money to plan for more. The Sisters of Charity, at Nazareth, Ky., were special friends of Paula and they were most diligent in carrying out Paula's wishes even though they did not share her Traditional views. Paula lived at Nazareth Retirement Village for over 20 years before she had to go to the nursing home due to severe congestive heart failure. Paula is buried in the Sister's cemetery among many hundreds of holy nuns, a few clergy and lay people. Father Pfeiffer was permitted to offer the Traditional Tridentine Requeim High Mass for her on the grounds near her burial place.
It was a very beautiful burial day and it appeared that all the Elements which Paula constantly wrote about wanted to participate in her special day. Paula was seriously ill, even gravely ill many times and we anticipated a very difficult and painful death. But this was not the case. God in His Love and Mercy for Paula provided the opposite. He provided His Best Rewards for her faithfulness to His Truth. A more detailed account of Paula's life and career will be provided in the future and all of her Creation Research is being recorded and preserved. Her latest and most comprehensive work on Creation will be published in a few months -- God willing.
May she rest now because she labored unceasingly, amid great sufferings while she was alive.
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My Car and Star Trek - Info GraphicA mysterious event happened. My car, which I had named Kimchichi because I bought it off my Korean friend, was stolen.
On the opening night of the first Star Trek movie, Kimchichi was stolen from a movie theater in California. Fast forward several years to the opening night of the second Star Trek. A police officer calls to inform me that my car (aka Kimchichi) has been found in Texas, it still runs but is now painted green.
If there was one thing I would ask the thieves it would be:
What did you think of that moldy loaf of rotten sough dough bread I had left in the front seat of the car?


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When the Saints Come Driving In
Season 1 • Episode 8
It's the final race night of the season and the New Orleans team battles one last time for list spots. With Kye at #1 all season on the big-tire list and Bobby undefeated on the small-tire list, both have huge targets on their backs.
42 min|TV-14|Premiered 04/12/2016


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Don't forget… OCYD's monthly mixer is on Thursday! You won't want to miss this!
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I'm being plagued by emails from anti-Stratfordians again. I suppose it's because of all the current talk and writing about Shakespeare @ 450 years. What really gets me is this: the refusal of anti-Stratfordians ever to talk about the other dramatists of the time about whom we know far less than we know about Shakespeare and yet whose authorship of the plays attributed to them they never deny. Why do they not argue that Jonson didn't write the plays of Jonson or Chapman those of Chapman? George Chapman is an especially interesting case. He was the son of a mere yeoman. He was orphaned. There is no record of him getting *any* formal education, certainly no Oxford or Cambridge career. But then he turns up in the poetry and theatre world, writing works of formidable learning and obscurity. He even translates Homer! How could Chapman possibly have been Chapman? He MUST have been an aristocrat in disguise ... Why, or why, has no one ever seen this?
I've long gone past the point of re-entering these debates, having had my say in my 1997 book on the history of the idea of The Genius of Shakespeare. But if I ever met an anti-Stratfordian who had read every surviving play from the period 1580-1630 and who could produce compelling evidence that Chapman was Chapman, Dekker was Dekker, Heywood was Heywood, Jonson was Jonson, and so on for every dramatist other than Shakespeare, I might begin to listen to their doubts about Shakespeare.
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Hello all! Today is a fun hop with Smoothfoam & The Robin's Nest. Let's Play!!! The Robin's Nest Design Team is very excited to team up with the SmoothFoam Design Team for this absolutely fabulous Blog Hop. Each of these designers are so talented, I hope that you are inspired enough to leave a comment on each one of their blogs. A grand prize winner will be chosen, this prize will include SmoothFoam and Robin's Nest products. You must comment and become a follower on each blog, including this one, in order to be eligible to win. If you are joining the hop here, make sure and head over to Chattering Robins Blog for the start of the hop! Have fun and good luck!
Smoothfoam round 6" circle
The Robin's Nest Paper cut to 6 x 6
Dew Drops from The Robin's Nest
Crystal Glitter from Art Glitter
Faux Snow from Art Glitter
Designer Dries Clear Adhesive from Art Glitter
1. Start by cutting the paper to fit the flat surface of the foam. I used the DDCA from Art Glitter to adhere the paper to the foam surface.
2. Go around the circumference of the circle with the 2" Tape. Align the tape to the bottom of the foam and let the remainder of the tape stick up above the top of the foam and paper.
3. Cut slits in the tape about every inch or so apart.
8. Select the Dew Drops you want to use. I picked Silver round in large and small and the white drop shapes.
Just some different angles. I love how it looks all fuzzy on the edges so it looks like snow!
Oh yes, at the moment it is below my Robin's Nest Clock!
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In some cases the change is dramatic. NorthWest Cable News in Seattle reports that CPAP helped one woman lose more than 100 pounds in a little more than a year. She used to weigh more than 300 pounds.
Then she was diagnosed with sleep apnea and started using CPAP. She began to notice that she had more energy. So she started working out regularly and eating better.
CPAP also played a role behind the scenes of the TV show "The Biggest Loser: Couples." Each contestant was evaluated during an overnight sleep study.
Sixteen of the 22 contestants were diagnosed with sleep apnea. Sponsor Philips Respironics provided treatment for each of them.
But a 2008 study shows that there is no guarantee that CPAP will lead to weight loss. The study was published in the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine.
The study involved 228 adults with sleep apnea. They had an average age of 55 years.
Results show that using CPAP for one year did not produce a significant drop in body mass index (BMI). Some participants initially lost weight after starting CPAP. But they gained the weight back during the year.
The authors conclude that CPAP alone is unlikely to produce weight loss; CPAP users still need to take an active role in losing weight.
Using CPAP is likely to increase your daytime alertness and energy level. This can help you lose weight if you become more active and get more exercise.
You should talk to your doctor to develop a healthy weight-loss plan that is right for you.
Learn more about the benefits of CPAP on SleepEducation.com.


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Enjoy Him, Michelle
Very well said, Michelle!
Very true...only an audience of one to focus on to save the an audience of lives...well done Michelle. xxxxooooo
Interesting use of history to teach the urgent message of salvation. You have the heart of an evangelist. Well done.
Great post!!!
What a great way of using an event from the past to mirror so many lives today. May God use your words to show many their need for salvation—and the way to obtain that salvation. Your blogs are always very thought provoking. Blessings,Betty
Lots to think about again but great insight!
Of course I must share my favorite strokes of your pen… or in reality hits of your keys.
"Dreams are mapped out; it's the nightmares that surface from the darkest of deep.
It was pride that pronounced perish.
Man and nature crossed paths as they always have and will. However, on this day, power turned from ally to enemy.
"Unsinkable" collided with "unthinkable."
Each body that breathes air is a ship that ferries a soul. Disaster of death is certain.
The Lifeboat must be accessible and occupied to be any good. "
Brilliant and beautiful picture you paint!
So much reminds me of Max Lucado!
And so timely, posted on the day it needed to be there.
Girl you are GREAT! I can't wait to see you go from blog to book! You've got it! Keep giving it!!!