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Sad update. I'm currently sidelined by inflammation in my sacroiliac joint (lower back / hip). Tried to run through it. Ran 14 miles last weekend, quite fast, and that turned a twinge into an injury. Speedwork on Tuesday made it worse. Even an easy run on Thursday was too much. It doesn't actually feel bad while I'm running, except just at the very beginning. Afterwards is a killer though. Can't roll over in bed, can't lift my leg to get out of the van.
So I'm being sensible, even though it's just about killing me. Rest. Ice. Stretching. No running. It's now improving, quickly. Almost no pain today. Good.
I started my 10-week half marathon training schedule two weeks early just to build in a contingency for things like this. So it's okay. But I really miss the running. I'm going to wait until Tuesday and try an easy run, then take it from there.
Month 5 has been good overall though. Even during the music school weeks I managed to get my runs in. My speed has continued to improve. Last week I ran the first 21.1 km (half marathon distance) of a hilly long run in 2:01:03, which is just a minute and four seconds over my dream goal for my not-hilly October race. I am absolutely loving my Garmin GPS running gizmo. The image above is an example of part of one of my routes, plotted automatically by the Garmin and its on-line software, using GoogleEarth. The Garmin keeps me on track with my pace, preventing me from pushing too hard on easy days.
This week I ordered some winter running gear. Gloves, a hat, an insulated water bottle holder, some grippy things for my shoes, a long-sleeved tech shirt. My race in Calgary in 6 weeks could begin at temperatures as low as freezing, and I won't be anywhere I can shop for this stuff before then. It seemed judicious to plan ahead. I know I won't need the grippy things until November at the earliest, but heck, any excuse to shop for running gear. But fall is coming. Already the temperatures here are moderating; one recent night up on the pass I could actually see my breath. I love running in cool temperatures. Then it got up to 31 C again yesterday. August again! It was a good day to be resting.
My goal of 500 miles by the end of 2009 is looking ridiculously conservative now. I'm sitting at 451 miles completed. Once I'm back on a regular running schedule I'll hit 500 in less than two weeks. Time to start thinking about new goals.
Saturday, August 22, 2009
Runniversary 5
Labels: Running
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Most of the world (and when I say world I mean the world of blogs, music, and concerts, of course) is obsessed with Sufjan Stevens. He's absurdly talented, mysterious, interesting, a quiet musician and artist. People like people like Sufjan. Plus there's the perpetual murmured conversation among concert goers and fans: how the hell does one pronounce that name?
We haven't heard a new LP from him since 2005's Come On Feel The Illinoise!. Last month he released a new EP titled All Delighted People, which I'm downloading as I type. And now an announcement of a new album out next month? What did we do to deserve this?!
NPR, in all its diverse and awesome wisdom, is streaming the new album for all to hear. The Age of Adz is much more electronic, layered, less folky than Illinoise!, but I'm enjoying it thus far. The songwriting is still there, still beautiful. le sighhhhh.

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I had a family from Raanana over for the first time for lunch, and the guy stayed after to play Scrabble with me. He was a tough opponent; he had obviously played in tournaments before. He played the only bingo during the game, but I beat him by a 50 point margin by playing a lot of double/double and double/triple moves.
Meanwhile, in two online Scrabble games that just ended, I played 7 bingos between them. That's a streak I don't expect to repeat. Playing bingos (or words at all) in online Scrabble isn't the same. Since you are not permitted to submit an illegal word, you just keep playing around and clicking submit until the game accepts your play. It takes a lot of the edge out of the game, and it's definitely different than face to face play.
Shabbat I went to my brother's and the kids wanted to play games (or hear stories) the whole time, even the five year old (I think he's five). I played Set with two of the younger ones, and I was shocked with how good them were, even the five year old. I didn't take sets myself; I only called Set and let them take the sets after they found them. So I would have killed them, technically. But I think they're going to get much better really fast.
The other game I played was Dominion, three times. I lost the first game taking Conspirators and Pawns against my brother who was simply taking silvers and golds. Actually, I also did some bad planning and had some bad luck. I took a Mine early when I should have taken a Market (before I settled on the Conspirator strategy), and I got to use it all of once during the game.
I requested the same set again, and this time I played more diverse and took more Markets and Spies. I won this game.
In the third game, there were no bonus actions on any cards, but there was Throne Room and Black Market. I picked well with Black Market while Ben had the same luck problem I faced during my first game. I had a runaway win, even though Ben had accidentally stacked 18 provinces instead of 12 (I took 11 of them, while Ben took 6).


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Dow Chemical will invest $100 million in energy efficiency and conservation improvements through an internal competition, the company announced yesterday.
The company will award the capital to its business units and manufacturing sites that present projects with the greatest impact in several key performance areas, including reductions in energy use and greenhouse gas emissions, and associated cost savings.
So far, Dow business units have submitted about 60 projects, with a value of over $500 million, which the company estimates would save 8 trillion BTUs of energy and prevent 400,000 metric tons of CO2 emissions.
"Dow has focused on energy efficiency for decades and we have been very successful as evidenced by our past achievements in this area. Our extensive expertise in energy conservation at Dow has taught us that it's one of most effective ways to cut energy costs and slash carbon emissions," said vice president for energy and climate change Doug May.
"The commitment of these funds will enable new projects that offer exceptional financial returns and significant energy and emissions benefits," May added.
Last summer Dow said it reduced the energy intensity of its production efforts by 38 percent between 1990 and 2009, and it plans to increase energy efficiency by an additional 25 percent by 2015.
In comparison, the Department of Energy's Save Energy Now program asks U.S. companies to reduce their energy intensity by 25 percent over ten years.
Dow's efforts saved 1,800 trillion Btu from 1994 to 2010, enough to power all homes in California for over a year and a half, Dow said. Its efficiency projects have prevented more than 95 million metric tons of CO2 and saved the company $9.4 billion, Dow added.
The company was recognized with four 2010 American Chemistry Council (ACC) Responsible Care Energy Efficiency Awards for programs that improved energy efficiency at three of its U.S. facilities.
Dow's recent quarterly update to its 2015 sustainability goals reported that the company reduced its absolute greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions to 41.3 million metric tons in 2009, five percent less than in 2008. However, GHG emissions intensity in 2009 was 0.88 metric tons per metric ton of production, about a five percent increase from 2008.
The company has a goal to reduce GHG intensity by 2.5 percent per year from 2005 to 2015.


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Wednesday, June 2, 2010
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- nannykim/spindlecottage said...
I hand wash my dishes so your dish drain really made me happy! Red is just a smiley color!
- June 2, 2010 at 1:20 PM
- Mollye said...
Hey Linda, I adore the dish rack. I too hand wash my dishes. I've seen them at Target and they're a little pricey. Have a happy day! .... and so glad you liked your pressie!
- June 2, 2010 at 1:21 PM
- Susan said...
You are a red girl from the word "go." Oh, Linda, that is SUCH a cool red dishdrainer. Even though I have a dishwasher, I do most of my dishes by hand, too. When I have a mountain of dishes, from company, then I use the dishwasher. All your other red items are neat, too. Sincerely, Susan
- June 2, 2010 at 1:30 PM
- Chatty Crone said...
Let's see I love Kelly green, PINK Saturday's and Red. Love the basket for 99 cents.
You are a red girl.
- June 2, 2010 at 1:33 PM
- Sandy aka Doris the Great said...
I love the dish rack! Lucky girl to find it thrifting.
- June 2, 2010 at 3:05 PM
- sissie said...
Hi Linda,
Now that we have seen all your pretty reds and especially the dish drainer, we need to see your kitchen.
Let's see it, ok?
- June 2, 2010 at 5:06 PM
- craftyles said...
Love your thrifty finds. I saw a red dish drainer and passed it up-now I wish I'd gotten it.Love the cherries on the table runner too. Great reds!
- June 2, 2010 at 5:22 PM
- Sherrie said...
I have been looking for a red dish strainer but wasn't going to pay the big bucks, even at wal-mart. So good for you. Guess what I found a Blue Ridge dish last night at Goodwill for $.99. It was $1.99 but was half off yesterday. I liked the patter and thanks to you I know what it is...thanks.
- June 2, 2010 at 5:40 PM
- Melody said...
I have the exact red dish drainer set!
Love your other red finds.
- June 2, 2010 at 8:12 PM
- Chickens in the Basement said...
I like the red dish drain, too. I thought they only came in white and tan! Although, I pretend dishes don't even need to be rinsed before the dishwasher which worked well until the good dishwasher broke and was replaced with a really crappy one. It works more like a spitting oven. Food left on the plate gets backed on for life!
- June 2, 2010 at 8:46 PM
- rose said...
i have the red dishdrainer and use alot ofreds and greens in my kitchen. makes everything bright. rose
- June 2, 2010 at 9:37 PM
- CACHANILLA73 said...
Love those reds....very cute...
- June 2, 2010 at 10:49 PM
- SueLovesCherries said...
Linda, that's a very pretty runner - so summery. And, who could resist a cute little red basket? Not me!
- June 2, 2010 at 11:13 PM
- Sweet Bee Cottage said...
Cute! That quilted runner is so adorable. Love the dishdrainer too.
- June 3, 2010 at 1:53 AM
- Debbie@Debbie-Dabble said...
I have the same red dish drainer and my dishwasher is called Joe!!! LOL!!
- June 3, 2010 at 8:30 AM
- Shelley Germann said...
I have that dishrack, too. Mine might be the smaller one. I do my dishes by hand, as well! Our cherry runner is too sweet!
- June 3, 2010 at 1:10 PM
- Ann said...
thanks for sharing your reds...I love the table runner and great score on the dish drainer. You're right they are quite pricey.
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- June 3, 2010 at 6:02 PM
- Mica said...
love the cherries on the runner, the basket..great price! and the dish drainer is perfect...thanks for sharing..Mica/The Child's Paper
- June 3, 2010 at 9:56 PM
I totally missed your REDnesday post til just now, Linda! What a darling little red basket and adorable table runner. Ah, there's that groovy red dish drainer we "spoke" about - I love it! It's good lookin'. Sorry to be so late seeing this.
- June 3, 2010 at 10:49 PM


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Acts 4: 32-35; John 20: 19-31
Today we celebrate the infinite mercy of God. It should also be a day for reflecting upon the ways in which we have succeeded and failed in mirroring that mercy. Do our families and communities resemble that of the early Christians? Do we even want them to? Do we strive to be as forgiving of sin as our Creator? Do we delight in retaining the sin of those we dislike or misunderstand? Let us all show the kind of mercy we hope to be shown ourselves.
Obviously, this is my first post in about a month. I suppose you could say that I took to heart my own Lenten challenge: to build a lifestyle of truth. My great struggle with this blog is challenging myself to write what I truly believe and not "clean things up" to make them more "acceptable" and/or "Catholic". To that end, I will be taking another, more deliberate break to reflect on what the Spirit is calling me to say through this site. I plan to resume posting on Pentecost Sunday (May 31st). It seems a fitting day to begin again the work of sharing all that has been given to me.
P.S. If anyone's out there actually reading this, I'd love to hear from you. My e-mail address is listed on my profile. Thanks!


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Operation Rice Bowl Begins With Lent Next Week
The Lenten season begins next week with Ash Wednesday.
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I was invited to High Tea at The Song of India restaurant with Michelin Star Indian Chef Vikas Khanna who is a restaurateur, food writer, filmmaker, humanitarian and the host of the TV Show Master Chef India.
Chef Vikas grew up in Amritsar, Punjab, India and is currently based in New York. He is the executive chef of Junoon Restaurant in New York City and was ranked in the top 50 of People's Magazine Sexiest Man Alive 2011.
I fell in love with Chef Vikas' Paan Panna Cotta (betel leaf flavoured panna cotta). The flavor of betel leaf goes so well with the rich, creamy texture of panna cotta and the lovely minty taste lingers in the mouth. It's amazing that he would think of using the traditional paan (betel leaf chew) in panna cotta. That's brilliant!
Paan can be bought in nearly every local street in India. They are believed to help in digestion of curried foods and also act as mouth fresheners. I have seen kiosks selling it at our Little India but have not plucked up the courage to try it ..... yet.
After tasting Chef Vikas' betel leaf flavoured panna cotta, I think I am ready to try the betel leaf chew. :D
Situated in a prime location at the famed Scotts Road, The Song of India is located in a classic black and white heritage bungalow.
The Song of India is running a week-long promotion featuring cusine by Chef Vikas Khanna. Chef Vikas' award-winning dishes are available for lunch and dinner from 27 April 2012 to 1 May 2012.
4-course lunch $48++ per pax,
6-course dinner $98++ per pax ( 6pm-8pm), $118++ per pax (8.30pm onwards).
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My front page has a secretary, a farm girl, and a grandma since I chose to make my theme about all the stages in my life. So being the sort who likes to jump in at the top and then slide downwards to my level, I decided to have three dimensional hands so that they can hold miniature props… a stenographer's notebook, a milk pail and my knitting.
I've photographed them on my cutting mat so that you can see what size they are in actuality.
Now you really do need to know that turning hands for a cloth doll is a practice in patience at the best of times, but making them this small is really designed to test your determination – especially if you haven't done it in a while!
Well… I've mastered it…this said after no small amount of time, perseverance, flat-out cursing. Here is the result of my labour! Now, to attach them to the page and incorporate the embellishments. …..


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it is time for the big show...
is THIS weekend!
Hermann Sons Hall
Petaluma, California
september 25, 2010
9 - 2
so strap on your best pointy shoes. don your favorite black cape. grab a cup o' steaming witch's brew and head on over to charming old Petaluma, California for one spectacular hallOweEn show! you will get to meet and shop with 5 SpoOkytiMe jIngLes artisans in addition to all of the other amazing artists showing!
brandi of She's Off Her Rocker
jorge of HohoHalloween
david of Chicken Lips
kerry of Paper Moon Gallery
amelia of Sweet B Folk Art
PLUS our very own DANI will be in attendance with lots of STJ swag for our fans. she will have FREE limited edition postcards, magnets and MORE. you can even snap a photo with your favorite STJ artisan! make sure to stop by her table and say BOO!
we can't wait to see you there!
hoOray for Halloween & Vine and STJ!


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For the past five years, news anchors at Baltimore's Fox affiliate have partnered with city police to hunt down fugitives. The segments, aired on the last Friday of every month, were more telethon than ride-along, with mug shots, a brief description of crimes and officers shown at desks fielding calls from the public.
But police pulled out of the collaboration — which helped take more than three dozen wanted suspects off the streets since 2007 — after a man sought in a high-profile assault walked into the studio at WBFF-TV (Channel 45), apologized on camera and left without authorities being notified.
Station managers are trying to revive the segment called "Fugitive Files," but so far their queries to the Police Department have gone unanswered. The last word from police — upset that they missed a chance to arrest the suspect — was an April 14 email that said "this case raises significant ethical concerns and trust issues."


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|His Holiness embraces Msgr. Guido Marini with profound affection at WYD 2013
Much ink was, and is being spilt over the alleged "strained" (let us call it that) relationship between His Holiness and Msgr. Marini. Here, I present a number of screenshots taken over the past few days of Pope Francis with Msgr. Marini manifesting anything but a "strained" relationship, but rather a deep friendship and affection, as one might see between a Catholic father and his loyal son. Any further commentary would be unnecessary.
|The Holy Father and his Master of Ceremonies sharing their joy
with a Brazilian priest
|Msgr. Marini awaiting the Holy Father
|The Holy Father embraces Msgr. Marini
prior to the Pope's veneration of Our Lady of Aparecida
|His Holiness eagerly approaching Msgr. Marini during the
Welcoming of the Holy Father for WYD Rio
|Msgr. Marini smiling joyfully upon his shared embrace
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Pardew 'on guard' over Cabaye
Newcastle boss Alan Pardew is bracing himself for developments in the Yohan Cabaye saga with the transfer deadline fast approaching.
The 27-year-old France international has been conspicuous by his absence in the Magpies' opening two games of the Barclays Premier League season amid reports that he refused to play against either Manchester City or West Ham after Arsenal formalised their interest in him.
The Gunners are yet to come anywhere near Newcastle's valuation of a player they snapped up from Lille for just £4.3million during the summer of 2011, but Pardew, who is already desperate to see director of football Joe Kinnear land reinforcements, is in no mood to be caught out as he was when Andy Carroll departed for Liverpool on the final day of the January transfer window the same year.
Pardew told the Chronicle: "You can't say he is definitely going to stay, so the mindset of the player is such that we need to be on guard.
"We are on the case with that. We have to be armed. We need to resolve it.
"If he goes, good luck to him. Bye, bye. We need to replace him with somebody as good."
To date, Newcastle have added only one player to the squad which struggled to retain the club's Premier League status last season with Loic Remy joining from QPR on a season-long loan deal.
However, Remy is currently injured and indifferent performances against Manchester City and West Ham have left a fan-base already in revolt over Kinnear's appointment and the subsequent lack of investment in rebellious mood.
Many onlookers have viewed Kinnear's controversial return to St James' Park as undermining Pardew, but the 66-year-old has moved to dismiss any talk of a rift between himself and the manager.
He told the Daily Mirror: "We are working together - not plotting against each other.
Source : http://www.football.co.uk/newcastle_united/pardew__on_guard__over_cabaye_rss4382241.shtml


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Painting pictures with words. Opening a part of the soul. Emotion flowing with the lines. Tapestry skillfully woven. Reflecting thoughts artfully. Yearning to make a difference. --Karen O'Leary--Whispers' Editor
Thursday, July 4, 2013
Love's Ribbon--By Rhoda Galgiani--United States
Loving heart has no bound
for it loves you each day
its true moments are there
for love will never stray
Loving heart always say
come to me feel my love
with me, there is no fear
a love will help you bare
Loving heart brings a dove
full of flutter and hope
spreads to the saddest world
happiness and good cheer
Loving heart helps us cope
turn the black world around
bring joy to all our way
love binds like ribbon curled
Rhoda Galgiani is a published Poet and Author of two books, Expressions from the Inside Out and No Snow for Johnny, A Child's Story. Rhoda is a retired senior that delights in maintaining her own website entitled Expressions Poetry Journal, established in 2009, which is dedicated to the world of poetry and the love of animals. You may view her work on her website at chesakat1.blog.com
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Thank you Karen for the post of my poem 'Love's Ribbon' on Whispers... It is a joy to share this space with you and other well expressed poets. The 4th of July is a special day as America celebrated her birthday - let's all celebrate with her as we share our poetic words and love...ReplyDelete
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What a pleasure it is to publish your poetry here at Whispers. You are so encouraging to other writers. Thank you for all the comments you shared today. You are a blessing to the writing community and a wonderful friend.
Dear Rhoda -ReplyDelete
"like a ribbon curled" . What a beauty of a phrase. It is always such a joy to read your work and today basque in your expression of love.
Thank you so much Kathy for the lovely comment - you made my day! Happy day to you...ReplyDelete
Rhoda Galgiani
- AnonymousJuly 6, 2013 at 12:03 PM
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It was a pleasure reading your lovely poem today. Inspirational and I enjoyed the imagery in your third stanza. Also like Kathy I also liked the "ribbon curled" line. I hope you have a nice day and thank you for your kind comments.
- AnonymousJuly 7, 2013 at 2:44 PM
Dear Rhoda, a truly loving heart will go to any lengths to help a friend. A wonderful poem and my favorite lines are: "Loving heart brings a dove full of flutter and hope." The doves are out there and that inspires hope for those who feel they are all alone in life. Love, Carolyn DevonshireReplyDelete
Thank you, Christine Tate, for the following comment--ReplyDelete
Hi Rhoda, your poem is lovely...I especially like the last sentence, "love binds like ribbon curled"...Love can transform a hardened heart! Thank you for sharing your inspiring poem! ~Chris
Thank you Sandra, Carolyn and Chris for reading my poetry. It is so uplifting to read your lovely words of encouragement. Expression is within us all - such a pleasure to share words with others who appreciate our thoughts and take a moment to post a comment...ReplyDelete
Rhoda Galgiani
Thank you, Suzanne Clement, for the following comment--ReplyDelete
What a joy to feel loved! This poem captures that feeling! Thank you for your nice comments on my poem!
Thank you Suzanne for the supportive comment. You are more than welcome - your poetry was a joy to read...ReplyDelete
Rhoda Galgiani
Dear Rhoda, this is a delightful composition..'Loving heart brings a dove/ full of flutter and hope'... lovely lines that bring cheer and light. Thanks for sharing.ReplyDelete
It is so nice hearing from you Sunil. My heart thanks you for the lovely comment and for taking the time to read my poetry...ReplyDelete
Rhoda Galgiani
Thank you, Barbara Siekierski,for the following comment--ReplyDelete
Excellent way of describing people's love that can only come from the heart. The heart speaks louder than the head.
Thank you, John Williams, for the following comment--ReplyDelete
It is such a rewarding pleasure to experience the joy of love... Thank the good Lord for the beautiful power of love... Without having others share this closeness, the world would indeed be one of gloom... Heart touching, stirring in thought.
Thank yu Barbara for the visit and comment. The heart carries so many feelings, but I am so greatful for the wonderful feeling of love. Where would we be without it???ReplyDelete
Rhoda Galgiani
Thank you John for taking the time to comment on my poetry. The Lord certainly knew what He was doing when He gave us the gift of love. It is too bad many forget what love is all about. Maybe that is because the have forgotten how to love Him - just saying...ReplyDelete
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Saturday, May 29, 2010
A Very Special Day for a Very Special Young Lady
Becca Watkins, a very bright young lady and my niece by marriage, strolled through that door today as she celebrated her graduation from high school. Becca is a remarkable young woman. She is conscientious, intelligent, giving, enthusiastic, and filled with a love of life that propels her forward with a special kind of joy.
I have only known Becca for a relatively short amount of time, but in that time I have had the pleasure of witnessing the evolution of a girl into a young woman, ready to face the new challenges of college and adulthood with a package of unique gifts and talents. Next fall she will be off to college to study education in order to become a teacher one day. This seems to be a perfect fit for this very bright young lady.
I have seen her with children and she has a talent that is surely from God. She reaches them through communicating her sincere care and concern for them. She is not ashamed to become like them whether playing with them on a swing set or showing them something from a book. She has a soft, sentimental heart that extends to her family in a very special way.
Recently, Becca lost her paternal grandfather. I witnessed her young heart wounded by this turn of events. She was close to her grandpa. She faced his illness with strength and dignity, visiting him as often as she could, her heart breaking every time she saw him slipping away. Yet, she persevered. It was a difficult loss for her, but through it all, I saw a young woman who did not run from the pain of the loss of a loved one, but faced the hurt with her head held high and her heart in prayer.
Now Becca takes her place in the world of collegiate academics. A new world and new challenges lay before her. I am sure she will reach her goal and become a teacher who will, for many years to come, touch the hearts of her students in ways that will last their lifetimes.
It has been my privilege to be a small part of Becca's life. She is a very special young woman and will accomplish much. Her parents can been quite proud of a daughter who has adopted their values and applied them to her life in a unique and moving way.
I wish you the best, Becca, and may the joy of this graduation day be the launching pad of untold joys and happiness in the future. Your future students will most certainly benefit from having known you and that walk across the stage to accept your diploma today is only the first step into an exciting future that I look forward to being a part of!
Congratulations Becca!
Posted by Wojtyla at 9:19 PM
Memorial Day 2010
In the midst of this celebration of the welcoming back of summer, we cannot forget to pause this weekend and remember our fallen dead, those who have given their last full measure of devotion so that we may welcome summer in our own way, in freedom and peace.
The original Memorial Day was set aside to honor the fallen dead of the bloodiest American conflict, the Civil War. Adjutant General John A. Logan, commander of the Grand Army of the Republic, an organization of Union Civil War veterans, ordered in a proclamation that, "The 30th day of May, 1868, is designated for the purpose of strewing with flowers or otherwise decorating the graves of comrades who died in defense of their country during the late rebellion, and whose bodies lie in every city, village, and hamlet churchyard in the land." Thus began the observance of what we now call Memorial Day.
In the south, citizens gathered in cemeteries to place flowers and wreaths on the graves of their fallen heroes to honor their memory on what they called Decoration Day. The southern commemoration was actually held separately from the northern observance until after WWI when congress declared that the entire nation should come together to honor all the nation's war dead on one day.
This weekend, we must remember that while we have peace in the land here at home, a brutal war is still being waged on the deserts of Afghanistan. Thousands of troops are keeping watch over a tentative peace in Iraq as that country rebuilds. On the Korean peninsula, thousands of American troops watch on as North Korea rattles it's saber, threatening war on the South. And in countless outposts throughout the world, young American men and women serve their country, ensuring that peace is the norm rather than the exception.
Memorial Day is a somber occasion. It is also a sacred occasion because we come together to honor all who have so nobly served. We celebrate their memories with moments of silence out of respect for the lives they lived and secured for us the freedom to live life as we see fit. We honor them for their self-sacrifice, leaving family and friends to go into the world to defend those who are too weak to fend for themselves. We remember the past and are stirred by their stories of heroic bravery in the face of brutality. We look to the present to see the ever present danger they encounter as new enemies threaten our way of life. And because so many gave that last full measure of devotion, we can look to the future with hope in our hearts that all will be well because there were countless Americans who came forward to fight for freedom wherever freedom had come under attack.
Enjoy the weekend. Get your fill of hot dogs, hamburgers, brats, steaks, and tall cold glasses of lemonade, but do not fail to honor in your own way those who have died so that these weekend celebrations may continue into the future. We live in uncertain times but one thing is certain. America has always been the vanguard of freedom. Thank you to all of you who have served your country! And may God bless those who did give "their last full measure of devotion."
Posted by Wojtyla at 7:46 AM
The view out our front door has always been refreshing and quite soothing. It was a wooded area with many trees and shrubs insulating us against the noises of modern urban life. The woods have been home to deer, turkeys, frogs, and countless species of birds. It is like living in the middle of a wild-life refuge. It is not unusual for us to look out our window on any given day and spot several deer. We often have the surprise and pleasure of seeing wild turkeys grace our bird feeding area.
However, in the last few weeks, the "progress" of modern life has literally changed the landscape!
We live off a very busy road that carries thousands of cars and trucks per day. It is a two lane street that has long since outlived its usefulness as traffic is bumper-to-bumper during every rush hour. As a result, the state of Missouri has decided to re-route the road and, at the same time, widen the thoroughfare. The new route the road will be taking brings it straight through our little slice of nature.
A few weeks ago, massive road building equipment entered the property and promptly began plowing through the wooded area. Trees, which have stood for decades, came tumbling down with little effort from the powerful machinery. Land which had been untouched by human hand for years, was plowed under and turned over. Great scars in the earth opened up and where there was once the lush green of the woods there is now the dried brown of the newly exposed earth. The landscape has been forever changed.
It is sad to see these few remaining vestiges of nature within an urban setting disappearing. One of the things that drew us to our home was the fact that it had such a peaceful feeling to it. Now, before we know it, a four lane highway, complete with bustling noisy traffic, will be racing not more than 200 yards from our front door. Twelve foot high sound suppression walls will be erected to hide the noise where once stood graceful, majestic trees of an undetermined age. Horns and the sounds of metal grinding against metal as vehicles collide will replace the morning songs of the countless songbirds that once called this area home.
The photos above clearly illustrate what is happening to our neighborhood. The top picture is a photo of what the view out our front door once was. The bottom picture is as it appears now. What a difference!
For most, the change that is coming will be a welcome change. Travel times using the busy highway will be greatly diminished. The road will be far safer than the current one. These are all positive developments. But for us, the residents who once enjoyed nature in a very unique way just outside our front door, there is a sadness at the passing what was once an oasis of nature amidst the urban sprawl. That's progress!
Posted by Wojtyla at 7:11 AM
Thursday, May 6, 2010
A Death In A Small Town
Such is the sad case that began to unfold in the early morning hours of May 5. A young nineteen year old girl driving her car on a rural highway ran into the rear end of a car ahead of her and both cars went careening into the path of an oncoming semi. The massive truck slammed into both vehicles. When it was all over, the truck drive was uninjured, the driver of the car that the other car hit received only minor injuries, but the driver of the car that hit the back end of the other car was critically injured. She had to be airlifted to a hospital in a larger nearby city. There was little hope, apparently, from the beginning that she would survive. A little earlier today, May 6, she succumbed to her horrible injuries. She was only 19.
Word of her death spread instantaneously throughout the small town. A pall of sadness has settled in over the little community. Everyone in the town obviously feels a sense of loss that is personal even if they never met the young victim. In a small town, this kind of loss is personal.
It has always been the case in small towns that everyone knows everyone else. Or at least that's the perception. There is a level of care and kindness that is palpable when compared to bigger cities. It is a place in which the term neighbor has not lost its true meaning. Everyone is connected in some way or another. And so when a younger member of the community dies tragically, all pause for a moment to understand that it was one of their own who died and that they probably know someone who is either related to the deceased or at least knows them.
This is the heart of America. The spirit of America which seems, in so many communities, to be dead, is alive and well in this small Midwestern town. And so it is today. The town is united in sadness over the passing of one of its youngest citizens. Prayers are being offered for the family and food is being prepared to be delivered to the grieving family's home to help them through the next few horrible days.
The memory of the young girl will be first and foremost on the citizenry's mind. Many who never knew her will attend her funeral. All will weep each in their own way. The sadness will effect everyone in as many different ways as there are citizens. The city will be gripped in the story of this promising young lady's death. And in days to come, the resiliency of the citizens of Small Town America will begin to manifest itself. Life will resume its normal pace but the young lady who died as the result of the tragic accident on a lonely rural highway will linger. People will comfort one another and life will move on with the town a little more closely knit.
Life is experienced a little more differently in a small town. And so is death. There is the stabbing sting of the death and the loss of a young person that permeates each household. But there also is the comfort of neighbor reaching out to neighbor. There is the assurance that this, too, shall pass. And there is the assurance to the family of the victim that they shall not pass through this time alone. A whole community composed mainly of strangers will stand arm-in-arm behind them ready to give comfort and aid to them. While the wound of the loss is deep, that wound will heal because of the balm that is the Small Town.
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Illustrated ceramic button to keep your clothing from coming undone.
A good button or fastener is a must! See a shocking caveat here
Jérôme Havre's toy-like, soft-nylon mythical sculptures are reminiscent of Yinka Shonibare's aliens. They encourage the viewer to reflect on the 'us' and 'them' divide, acts of suturing, as well as processes of synthesis and hybridity.The pieces, and the room as whole, vibrate at a very high rate.


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Well, not every game is released without a few glitches, no? Unreal Tournament III comes with a few glitches as well. Let's take a look.
Mark Rein on voice chat problems:
"I had similar problems with voice chat today as well. I heard someone talking in one game but a friend and I tried to chat and we couldn't hear each other. I've passed it along to the dev team to look into. Sorry for the inconvenience."
Mark Rein on finding lag-free, low-ping, games:
"I've had some amazing online games today on the PS3. When you get the server browser up you want to scroll to the servers with the lowest ping (number in the far right hand column). [...] They are listed in reverse order (doh!)"
Josh Adams on mods:
These glitches aren't much of a big deal, and should be fixed soon. Thats what happens when the game was supposed to come out in early 2008.
"Hmm, sorry about the dead page. I'll get that looked into.
However, the PS3 mod tools aren't quite ready yet. We are working through some final legal/release issues.
When it's ready, you will need to download the latest PC patch and another PS3 Mod Tools "patch" that adds the full PS3 mod support to the PC version.
You will have to cook your mods for the PS3 specifically. You will also need removable media (memory card, USB drive, etc) to transfer the mod from your PC to your PS3. We will have the tools ready ASAP!!"
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As they put it on the contents page:
Some of these stories have been written by Nik. Some of these stories have been written by Caroline. Some were written together. But in the true spirit of superheroes, we couldn't possibly reveal our identities."Invisible" is one of the more touching stories in the collection. In it, a young girl wants desperately to believe that she possess the power to make herself invisible at will. All she has to do is follow the recipe, and no one will be able to see her. Why she wants to become invisible will break your heart.
Freaks is a softcover original with an eye-catching, comic book style cover that contains fifty illustrated short stories. Keep in mind that the entire book (U.K. edition), front to back, has only 135 numbered pages. "Flash fiction" fans know what to expect already, and those new to this sub-genre of short story writing are in for a treat. (Nik Perring's work turned me on to the genre a while back, and I am always on the lookout for more.)
One last thing...illustrations. Half the fun of Freaks comes from the work of Darren Craske who provides illustrations for each of the fifty stories and did the book's eye-popping cover. But here is a clue as to what Freaks is really all about. This is the book's dedication:
To all who, if only for a moment, felt that they didn't belong.
Yes, we are all freaks - but we all have superpowers. Make good use of them.


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Well Sir, I applaud your efforts to bring the paper back in line to where it should be. Addressing local issues and creating a hometown atmosphere in our paper is a much better model than rarely hitting the streets and assuming that the wire service will provide everything, everyone on the Peninsula wants to know. We have plenty of places to find that information if we want it, and on that occasion, I find the Herald deplorably duplicitous. I look forward to the progress you will make for the benefit of all those that look forward to finding the information we don't afford the time to collect on our own.
David: I'm hoping you meant duplicative and not duplicitous, but we prefer to be neither. Finding the right mix of local and wire news is a daily challenge, and we're hoping to eventually get it just right. Thanks


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If you've got small children, whatever the concoction, you'll have heard this spoken of yourself. That and "you've got your hands full!" So I'm about to blow the lid on the truth. Demystify the whole affair, and pass on some words to the wise for those feeling like All This Stuff is getting out of hand. It's my guide to cleaning and cleanliness, or how to fake it whilst you're not making it.
1) The Children.
Look at them. No not ahhhh. Look at them, scrutinise them. Then mentally divide them into 16ths (I believe tattoos on the under 16s are illegal. Shame, they'd always grow with them). Now, here's the scale;
2/16ths dirty: Barely noticeable. Baby wipes for the noticeable bits (low hanging snot, brown sleeves). Febreeze if there's an accompanying smell.
4/16ths dirty: Get in there with a baby wipe. Squint your eyes- still noticeable? Is there any way of removing offending piece of clothing (most commonly vest) with least impact? Johnny Ball and a tablecloth affair? Remember: vests can come off both ways, surprisingly without a shoulder dislocation. Febreeze anyway, just in case.
8/16ths dirty: Turn up the heating. You're now nudists. Or the kids are anyway. Baby wipes for your hands. Febreeze any surface they come into contact with.
2) The Bathroom.
Bleach, bleach and more bleach (ensuring naked children are running around in non neighbouring vicinity). Bleach until you can't feel your eyes and you hallucinate about David Hasselhoff riding a unicorn. Then, given that you have a five minute window on the assumption that the children are otherwise engaged and if you haven't yet passed out from the fumes, take a shower and rinse as you go.
As for personal care, take a similar approach to mopping the kitchen floors. Quick once over and don't look down.
3) Surfaces.
Given that you spend approximately 80% of your day on your knees, physically and metaphorically, a lot of surfaces are on your eyeline. The ones that aren't are for adults and so are probably just dusty. Just blow the dust off as you walk past briefly later. As for the ones you can see follow the steps below (you'll notice some similarities to the way you address cleaning your children- see, this is easy to pick up too. Win Win)
a) Lick your finger. Give the mark a rub. Has it come off? Good to go.
b) Have you a baby wipe to hand? Stupid question. Go and find one of your offspring who will have undoubtedly eschewed all other choice of available toys for a packet of baby wipes (see also; anything dangerous). Give it another go. If you are in the midst of a nappy change when you encounter such a mark, skip point a. Finger licking is reserved then for buckets of chicken, too risky. You'll have baby wipes to hand, hopefully. Just remember to fold them before trying the other mark. Has it gone? If not,
c) Put a coaster on it. If whilst moving the coaster you discover a previous mark, judge which one is less offensive using the same squinting eye technique in point 1. Of course, a squirt of febreeze won't do any harm.
4) The Kitchen.
Put into play a lot of what you have already learned about marks on surfaces. Try and eat dropped food from highchairs off the floors in 30 seconds. Any longer is gross, just keep quiet about it. Ensure less whiffy bins and bin juice by creating a tea bag depository for them to dry out in. Cut down on your five a day, or feed all scrunts to the birds by chucking out the window. Same with toast crusts.
As said before with mopping the floors. Quick once over, don't look down. Ovens are good hiding places, until you have to preheat them later. Dishes are a necessary evil, so just do them and be miserable about it by making A LOT of noise. That's good fun.
5) Dust.
Ignore it. Blow it as if you've discovered an ancient book. Whilst drying your hair disperse bedroom dust with your hairdryer. Avoid strong sunlight.
6) Washing. Laundry.
Got to be done, like the dishes. Put on high heat to dispose of as many nasties as possible. Always add scoop of Vanish, no questions asked. Live life in synthetics. Discover the flap and hang technique to avoid creases early on. Don't let a man fold them, I don't care if this is sexist, it's just genetically missing from their make up. Pretend the iron is broken, encourage a wear to work out the creases ethic in your family. If there's an odd unidentifiable smell in your house (when isn't there??) put a wash on as free air freshening.
Don't forget, Febreeze is first line of defence.
7) Toys.
Use mopping and personal care technique. Don't look down. If you 'accidentally' break the plastic monstrosity that plays "Hello Baby" on repeat, who's to know? Shame Early Centre don't do them anymore isn't it? Feign disappointment.
8) Out and About.
One of your offspring will still have babywipes on their person, that's a given. Although may have to remove the one from their mouth when venturing out into public. Here's the thing, even if you're just popping out for five minutes, if you don't have a spare nappy, one or all of your children will poo like their life depends on it. Popeye face and everything. So now, right now, go and put a nappy in your handbag. Don't worry about the size. By the time it is required it will undoubtedly not fit anyway and you'll be 50 miles from the nearest place to get anymore. So let it become a recepticle for all gunk in the bottom of your handbag. Think of it as advance payback.
Shame they don't do miniature cans of Febreeze isn't it.
So there you have it. Enlightening, no?
Wolf doesn't think we need a cleaner, I must stop trying so hard.


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My rating: 2 of 5 stars
Finally finished. Having really enjoyed Dan Brown's previous Robert Langdon stories, I was excited for this one. The professor wakes up in an Italian hospital with no memory of his previous three days. Brown incorporates Dante's Inferno throughout the novel in an intriguing thriller mixed with scientific theories and philosophical discussions concerning the overpopulation of the world.
The first two thirds of the novel moved fast. It was interesting. I found myself fearing for Langdon's safety. I found myself surprised at Sienna Brooks, the one person Langdon thought he could trust when he woke up in a strange hospital in Italy with no memory. I found myself rooting for Langdon and Brooks as they were chased throughout Italy.
Then the intensity just kind died. I found myself scolding the characters and wishing they would find the virus already so I could shelve the book. I did finish it and I am glad. There is a nice twist leading to an interesting end. The loose ends all get tied up neatly and yes, I will seek out another of Brown's books ... just not immediately.
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STAMFORD, USA: The Information Age is an 80 year wave of economic and societal change that is in its second half, where business value comes from exploitation of technology rather than from installation, according to Gartner Inc.
"In the first half of the Information Age, the primary focus was the technology itself; this is where great fortunes were made by companies like IBM and Microsoft," said Mark Raskino, VP and Gartner Fellow. "In this period, the majority of companies that gained competitive advantage did so by differential access to the technology from these providers — for example, by having more capital to invest in it or better skills at installing it in their businesses.
"In the second half of the age, as technology becomes ubiquitous, consumerized, cheaper and more equally available to all, the focus for differentiation moves to exploitation of the technology and to the information it processes," Raskino said. "It is already noticeable that the great fortunes of the second half of the age are being made by companies like Google and Facebook, which are not traditional makers of technology. In this period, the majority of companies that enjoy competitive advantage will gain it from a differential ability to see and exploit the opportunities of new kinds of information."
In the report, "Strategic Information Management for Competitive Advantage," (http://www.gartner.com/resId=1851616) Gartner identified four particular types of generally useful information likely to dominate competition this decade, in the way that process information and customer information did in the past 15 years:
* Location information, which is now maturing in availability, will offer opportunities to better optimize the utilization of almost any movable physical asset (human or inanimate) in almost any business.
* Sustainability information will be vital in advancing business models in industries that are adapting to the realities of a finite Earth meeting the demands of massive, consumerizing emerging markets.
* DNA information and the rapidly falling cost of obtaining it will obviously be critical to innovation and productivity leaps in agriculture, medical care and pharmaceuticals, but it will also impact insurance and other sectors.
* Social graph information will help companies "X-ray" and understand organization, team design, culture and other factors impacting knowledge worker productivity, yielding valuable insights to advance the intellectual service economy the way time and motion study did for manufacturing in the 20th century.
* Beyond these, context, gesture, the live state of everyday objects (Internet of Things), inherent identity (untagged, image-recognition-based), human emotional state and even brain response to stimuli are all new types of information that are at the radar's edge or are starting to be brought into play within businesses.
Thursday, December 15, 2011
Second half of info age to focus on exploitation of technology and info it processes
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Author Archive
Makeup For Everyone!
"Where will I find the perfect foundation to match my skin tone now?", many of my readers wondered aloud.
Well I'm here to let you know — the days of black skin finding limited matches in the drugstore or department stores are SO over. Sure, there are some brands that still stubbornly offer six shades of foundation, but there are others who go above and beyond to satisfy consumers of all skin tones. Here are some of my favorites.
Getting Real With Tyra Banks
Confession time: I'm a closet Tyra Banks fan. Why wouldn't I be? She's beautiful, intelligent, and ambitious. She's the physical embodiment of the phrase "more than a pretty face." Tyra has proven that she can pretty much do it all and look fabulous while doing it.
Maybe that's why I found myself so frustrated with the fifth season premiere episode of her self-titled talk show. Tyra's "Real Hair Day" left me in dismay. All because of semantics. (more…)
A Reminder: Black Is Beautiful
We've been saying this since the Seventies, and some people still don't know. Some people still don't believe. And saddest of all, some of those who don't know and believe that in their hearts are black women.
So allow me to say it loud and say it proud for us all — black is beautiful.
Look in the mirror and smile at yourself. The pigment of your skin is glowing and gorgeous. Anyone who makes you feel any less is an idiot, and they are not worth a second of your time.
Why am I writing this? It's a follow up to this comment I got on Afrobella in February, 2008. Scroll down to comment 75. Yup, I'm still getting comments on this thread a year later, and that particular one lingered with me. (more…)


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But with ninety-five days left until her treatment, Lena does the unthinkable: She falls in love.
Sunday, April 15, 2012
Review: Delirium by Lauren Oliver
But with ninety-five days left until her treatment, Lena does the unthinkable: She falls in love.
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LOVE this book!! The concept is different, sad, and kinda scary to think about. And Alex is swoony! Great review! :)ReplyDelete
What a tragic world! Imagine a place without love. And yes, a very unique concept this book holds. I must read more Lauren Oliver books.ReplyDelete
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yay! Glad you loved this book, I do too! Pandemonium was great too. Great review Precious. xReplyDelete
I really enjoyed this one as well. I also liked how Lena grew. I liked how she wasn't fighting the system right away which is different from most heroines I see. Great review :)ReplyDelete
I loved this book! I agree that one of the best things about it was watching Lena develop and change as she was "infected" with amor deliria nervosa. I normally go for books with tons of action in them, but the love story in this one made up for the lack of action completely!ReplyDelete


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If you're looking for a good deal on an old film Leica, next month's WestLicht Photographica Auction in Vienna is probably not the place to be. But if you want to take home a piece of photographic history, the IIIa rangefinder that Alfred Eisenstaedt used to take the iconic V-J day photo Kiss in Times Square will be going on sale, expected to sell for €20,000 to €25,000, or about $26,000 – $33,000, reports Amateur Photographer.
The camera has a lengthy history. Eisenstaedt used the old manual focus Leica through most of his celebrated 60-year career shooting leaders and celebrities for Life magazine. He even used it on his last shoot, capturing President Bill Clinton and his family in 1993, just two years before he died at 96….
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A few nature, animal and travel photos that I'd like to share with YOU!
Tuesday, April 13, 2010
Absence makes the heart grow fonder?
Hi guys. Sorry I haven't been posting for an awful long time! I haven't really been using my camera too much and haven't managed to get any blog-worthy shots lately. However, I was being a tourist in London this past Saturday so have a few shots to put up of that day out. I am also going on a 2 week holiday to Krabi, Thailand this weekend so will definitely be coming back with plenty of pictures. So, give me about 3 weeks and there will be many, many blog posts and photos! See you all soon.
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Welcome to Our Site
Welcome to the website of the Vishnu Shiva Mandir & Library, located in Mawson, a suburb of Canberra in the Australian Capital Territory.
The Mandir is operated by the Mandir Society of Australia Incorporated, a not-for-profit society incorporated in 1989. The society had existed informally since 1979 and resolved to build a Mandir in 1986.
The Mandir is for people to pray, meditate and perform community activities, as well as hosting a public library focusing on South Asian literature and culture.
The picturesque national capital of Australia is bestowed with serenity and divinity by the Vishnu Shiva Mandir. Founded in the true traditions of ancient Shaiva and Vaishnava agama (traditions), this holy shrine stands as a beacon of Hindu religion, spreading the messages of Bhakti (devotion) and Vedanta (Hindu philosophy).


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Well all it's not very good quality but it's the only way I could load it! Enjoy...
Thursday, July 31, 2008
Guinea Video
17 comments:
- Farmgirl_dk: said...
It's fine quality, Eve...stop worrying...this is what *everybody's* videos look like, haven't you noticed? lol
I love the little chirping noises they are all making! And Daisy Lu just seems completely enthralled and absolutely convinced that she belongs right in the middle of all that activity! Adorable!
- July 31, 2008 at 6:23 PM
- Eve said...
Ok Danni, I'll try to get over the quality!! Yours always look good! They do chirp so sweetly...and I must be wierd but I love their loud noise as well! I'll get that next time. Daisy Lu is a happy girl with them! Hard to believe!!! If you listen carefully you'll hear Ole grunting in the background...he wants to eat them!!!
- July 31, 2008 at 7:53 PM
- The Birdlady said...
What fun! I've been looking forward to this - Daisy Lu looks unconvinced it's a good thing.
- July 31, 2008 at 8:04 PM
- Lynne said...
HAHA! Eve- I love your video! I too like the chirping sound they make- it's very pleasant. Daisy looks like she's in charge (or thinks she is).
Do they all ove in a group like that all the time?
Are they hanging on the wall area for a reason?
How's the tick population?
Do they eat other insects too?
too many questions...
- July 31, 2008 at 8:08 PM
- Mary said...
They are very funny and your little dog looks sort of perplexed :-)
- July 31, 2008 at 8:24 PM
- Eve said...
Helen...Daisy Lu is convinced that she is going to be able to fly with them someday!
Hi Lynne!
Yes they spend most of their time grouped up. Just now starting to spread just a bit. But I think they like to stick together.
They really enjoyed the wall, they have to check everything out that's new to them...usually with quite a loud ruckus!! Then its old hat. I will try to get a video of that soon. I don't think they've put much of a dent in the tick population yet! They are still eating mostly grass and weed seeds. But the day will come...I can feel it in my bones!! Yes they eat most all insects...which will be sad in some ways...I wonder if I can train them not to eat the good bugs and butterflies?????
There are never too many questions!!!
- July 31, 2008 at 8:25 PM
- Bird Girl said...
They are cute...running around together...checking everything out! Do you know I am still fighting the beetles - they just won't LEAVE!
- August 1, 2008 at 8:04 AM
- kjgiffy said...
HAHA!! I think the funniest part is watching Daisy Lu's head move back and forth watching them!!! Very cute!!!
- August 1, 2008 at 9:00 AM
- Adrian said...
Hello Eve
Great short flick! The only problem for me seeing these game birds is that I always start to think of them in the pot!! (-: That does not go down well with my mother and her pheasants and she always gives me a hard stare when I order game off a menu!
Best wishes, Adrian
- August 1, 2008 at 12:37 PM
- Eve said...
Hi Barb,
I'll have to lend them to you!!!
Hi Giffy! You know she loves them!
Hi Adrian! That's fine as long as that little fuzzy white critter doesn't end up in the pot with them!!
- August 1, 2008 at 12:41 PM
- Jenny said...
Hi Eve
Soooooooooooo cute! Daisy Lu too. Looks like she's saying...'can I join in?' She'll be chirruping before you know it! (-:
- August 1, 2008 at 1:18 PM
- Eve said...
Hi Jenny!
She's going to fly one day!!
I'm in the process of emailing you right this minute!!
Send it soon!
- August 1, 2008 at 1:21 PM
Busy lot arn't they.
Mr Eastwood may be calling you up??
- August 1, 2008 at 4:08 PM
- Eve said...
Ha Ha took me a minute but I think I got it!! My skills of movie making would be a lot better if I could load a 235 MB video!!! I have one thats great!!! Ha Ha!!
- August 1, 2008 at 4:18 PM
- Stacey Huston said...
Poor Poor puppy. This really could be considered proof of animal cruilty you know.(wink)
- August 2, 2008 at 8:42 AM
- Denise said...
What kind of little dog is Daisy Lu, she is adorable and so much fun to see those guinea hens? Enjoyed the video greatly.
- August 3, 2008 at 11:24 AM
- Eve said...
Hi Denise
Daisy Lu is a Jack Russell/Shih tzu mix. She is an amazing and sweet little dog. She almost 2 years old. She's the star of my very first post! http://sunnysideup-eve.blogspot.com/2008/03/getting-started.html
- August 3, 2008 at 5:53 PM


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this puzzler has been solved!
Mary's parents are William Cook (abt 1820 - before 1870) and Vesta/Vashti Canady (born 1819). She shows up with them on the 1850 census living in Barnwell County. By 1860 she was married to James Reed.
Mary and James Reed named their first son John William Cook Reed after both of his grandfathers. John was for John Reed, son of Samuel and Mary. William Cook was for Mary's father.
Mary's mother is found as Vashti early on, but was more consistently Vesta or Vesti later on. Mary and James named a daughter "Vesta Ida" who was listed as "Vesta I." on the 1870 census. She was most often known as Ida. Ida's son Samuel Reed Copeland named one of his daughters Ida Vesta Copeland.
William Cook's parents were Jacob Cook (1780-1861) and Eliza (born abt 1790). Vesta Canady's parents were John Canady (1780-1861) and Mary Johnson. Mary was born about 1800 and died after 1880. On the 1880 census, she shows up along with Vesta living with the family of Vesta's youngest daughter Ella in Rocky Springs, Aiken County, SC.
A portion of my brick wall still exists. I have yet to determine when Mary Cook Reed died or where she is buried. Also, her birthdate is still a quandary. The 1850 census has about 1839, 1860 census has 1840, 1870 says 1845, 1880 claims 1840, and 1900 has Feb 1844. I am going to use "abt 1840" until I learn something more definite.


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I am standing for election !
Many people will know that I used to be a District Councillor in North Norfolk and I have taken what has been something of a break from front line politics for nearly three years. This has allowed me to properly recharge my batteries as well as spend more time with my family.
I was approached by the Lib Dems a couple of weeks ago, apparently more in hope than expectation, but given that I have never received anything outside of election times from any of the Tories Councillors who are supposed to represent me, and there are so many important issue affecting this area, I really felt it was time to make a political comeback because actually what this area needs is a strong and visible voice to represent them.
If one good thing can come of this election it will be that whoever wins is truly committed to this area. The previous councillor had, according to Broadland District Council's records, attended 37% of full council meetings and last attended a meeting last July.
So this afternoon, I start my first canvassing session since 2006. Wish me luck !
10 comments:
- Neil said...
Good luck! Be good if you posted the iterature that is sent out from all parties.. like in the north norfolk by-election
- 19 February, 2010 13:48
- Norfolk Blogger said...
I may put my own leaflets on this site, but I will not promote the propaganda of my political opponents. If they cannot get out and deliver their message to each and every house, as I have been doing, then I am not going to do the work for them.
- 19 February, 2010 17:31
I liked the newsletter you recently distributed and was taken by the topics you choose to discuss, street lighting, NDR & griting (how will anyone get up the Windsor Chase slope beside the police station if theres no griting). A local candiate understanding these local issues will get my vote. Roll on 18th March and good luck!
- 19 February, 2010 20:42
- Norfolk Blogger said...
The issues are all there, which is the reason why I chose to stand. Had I heard anything positive from my local councillors on these issues, had they explained their decision making, had they chosen to consult with ordinary voters, then I would have loved to have said to the Lib Dems when they approached me that I didn't need to stand because everything is fine. Sadlt, that is not the case and we are saddled with a raft of bizarre decisions made without reference to us.
So James, I thnak you for your comments and support.
- 19 February, 2010 21:21
- dazmando said...
Good luck, how far ahead or behind are the Libs in this ward
- 19 February, 2010 23:07
oh fuck off
you self-important arsehole
be a father to your daughter instead
it's worth much more and the world will thank you for it
- 20 February, 2010 02:41
- The Fat Councillor said...
Nich, I am really pleased to see you standing again. It was only a matter of time.
@Anonymous - Less grog for you, sunshine. I take it you will wake up with a hangover.
- 20 February, 2010 09:42
Anonmyous - Learn to read the leaflets. Nich has a son, not a daughter.
At least Nich's son knows who his father is. From the tone of your comments it's questionable whether you know who your father is.
- 20 February, 2010 13:50
- jailhouselawyer said...
Good luck Nich!
- 21 February, 2010 10:55
- Johnny Norfolk said...
Good luck with your election. As a nation we need to save money not spend it to get out of the hole we are in. Its easy to spend and difficult to save.
I have not seen any problems with gritting yet.
- 21 February, 2010 23:32


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One item I forgot completely about yesterday is the Vengeful Gladiator's Dragonhide Helm. It's much less easily obtained than the Vindicator's Dragonhide Bracers, but it is in a slot that is notoriously hard to upgrade, it is a big upgrade from the Stag-Helm of Malorne in terms of stamina, and it provides a ton of resilience as well. Using this will allow the same setup as yesterday save that you can now use the Band of the Swift Paw and Slikk's Cloak with only using one resilience/defense gem. I chose the helm itself for this, as it's likely you'll also be using this in your PvP gear set.
The helm, by itself, gives 470 HP over the Stag-Helm in bear form. It also provides hit rating, crit rating and armor penetration; it's very good for threat. For mitigation it is not as good as T5 or T6, but it is better than T4 overall and can provide 1/3 of the resilience needed for uncrittability by itself while being a better option than T4.
Even better, when you combine it with the chestpiece, you now have a 2-piece bonus that gives all the needed resilience for uncrittability. It also happens to perfectly work with a fire resistance set and will serve well for fights into MH and BT.
In general, I think you should go for this as your first piece of arena gear - especially if it is unlikely that you will be able to get the helm off of Vashj any time soon. The Vindicator's Bracers are excellent for the time when you don't have that helm or you want to replace it with T5/T6 (which you should). Given most guild's reluctance to farm Vashj, chances are that you'll have this for quite some time.
Friday, May 2, 2008
[Druid] Resilience part two
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Saturday, December 18, 2010
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Best Anti-aging Device of 2012
Truth In Aging Ultra Renew
There are three reasons why I love Ultra Renew. First and foremost, I find the device especially effective in ultrasonic mode for firming the skin, particularly the jowls and jawline. Secondly, there are three LED lights (red, blue and green) that are integrated for convenience (no changing of panels necessary). Third, it takes less than 15 minutes (typically I use it for 10 minutes or less), three to five times a week to get results.
Although these technologies, scaled back for home use, are fairly new, there is robust science behind them. For example, in October 2008, German researchers identified how LED works – by changing the molecular structure of a glue-like layer of water on elastin, the protein that provides elasticity in skin, blood vessels, heart and other body structures. The light strips away those water molecules that are involved in the immobilization of elastin, gradually restoring its elastic function.
There are theories that the non-thermal actions of ultrasound are also important and beneficial. The idea is that the rapid oscillation of tissue created by ultrasound energy promotes movement of fluid waves against cells, facilitating movement between the inner and outer cells and thereby increased fibroblastic activity and collagen formation.
One feature that I was personally a little skeptical about – the theory that ultrasonic increases product penetration – actually seems to be proven. One study I found demonstrated enhanced penetration with a vitamin C serum used for hyperpigmentation. It seems to do this by a process called cavitation – the ultrasound creates bubbles that implode to produce millions of microscopic jets of liquid (your serum in this case).
Marta - if I may add to your response to Valerie re an anti-aging routine for someone in their 20's. I agree that Skin Nutrition would be overkill at this stage. Valerie, an anti-oxidant in your 20's is key to prevention & is largely overlooked in skincare regimes, so I definitely think you are on the right path. Moreover the signs of aging can occur quite suddenly so a preventative approach is great. I reviewed and love the Snowberry serum. You didn't mention your skin type or lifestyle & are considering an SPF 15. You may need to re-apply during the day as the SPF may break down - it's effective depending on the amount of time you are exposed to UV light. But it's everywhere and almost impossible to escape so I recommend re-applying (if that's possible) or bumping it up to an SPF 30. I still love Hydropeptide and pretty much any skin type can use it.
I also suggest an eye cream if you aren't already using one as that's where the first signs of aging tend to show up. You don't need the big guns in Correct yet,thus Skinfinite LOL or Sevani (since you don't have an aversion to oils) might be options.
Hope this helps!
Marta, I say toot away! Although I have yet to purchase the Ultra Renew device, I trust your facts and experiences. I would think the TIA name behind this product would further lead potential owners of the device to feel they could INDEED trust the reviews. If by having some skin in the game causes the loss of a customer, I would like to see if she/he found another site that could provide as much insight and detail in reviewing a product such as this. Still your adoring fan ~ Jan
Hi Denis, I've written entire article on this. Ultrasound cannot, by definition, be heard by the human ear. And you will not feel anything, just as you would not feel anything if you have a ultrasound scan when pregnant. The device will emit a very (very) faint hum that you can hear when it is right close to your ear. There's more on how ultrasound works here: http://www.truthinaging.com/treatments/ultrasonic-how-it-works
Marta, I've been wondering and you might have already answered this, but do you feel the ultrasound at all? does it make a noise? if not, how do you know it's working? Thanks!
Thank you Marta
Hi Valerie and happy holidays
I think the Snowberry would be a great idea as it has plenty of antioxidant botanicals, which are great preventatives. I think that Skin Nutrition would be like using a sledge hammer to crack a nut. You don't need peptides or growth factors yet. Another good idea would be Your Best Face Nourish and Your Best Face Restore, or Your Best Face Private Reserve, if you like facial oils. There are some more ideas for 20-somethings here:
Happy Holidays to the Truth in Aging Team !
About anti-aging plans.If I am 27 without aging signs(apart form the fine lines under my eyes that really show only when I am smiling) what type of anti-aging routine should I adopt ?
I was thinking of using anti oxydant serum under my SPF lotion such as Snowberry Bright Defence Face Serum, and Snowberry Every Day SPF15 in the morning.
At night , use face oils high in antioxydants and vitamin E. Keep exfoliating regularly. Always keep moisture level balanced.
Do you think serum such as Skin Nutrition Cell CPR or atives like Tridpeptide-5, Niacinamide, Rovisome Vitamin C, Sea Kelp Bioferment,Coenzyme Q10,Growth factors... are too much for now ?
What actives would you add to the routine of a late twenties ?
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As I search for a new way of living and working in order to find that elusive balance, I'm a bundle of nerves!
Whoever said that there are family-friendly jobs has obviously not been looking where I have as I can't find any at all! I work in PR and it's a 24/7 industry which doesn't offer flexible arrangements. I'm qualified to get jobs but the only ones on offer would see me dropping Monkey off at nursery at 8am and picking him up at 6pm every single day.
I don't want to compromise on my aims - to find a job I like and to find a job which means I won't only see my son at the weekends. But it's tempting. There are many a full-time job available - calling to me with their generous salaries and career progression opportunities. But for all the money on offer I know I would be miserable seeing Monkey only two hours each day. I've actually really enjoyed staying at home with Monkey so going back full time would be a painful option.
So what else is there?
I've started to look at the skills I have, the things I enjoy doing and trying to work out if there is any way of making money for them.
I think I have come up with something, a way of turning a hobby into a bit of pocket money. It's not going to pay for a holiday or a new car but it might just let me pay for a couple of days at nursery each week for Monkey and leave me with a little for a family dinner out every now and then. But this plan would require masses of hard work. It would be tough and would mean putting faith in my own abilities. It would mean a small initial outlay in cost - which only I could then make back by being a success.
Just writing this has the butterflies fluttering and makes me want to just give up and get a full time job but you have to try these things don't you? At some point you just have to try. I'll give myself a time limit and see what I can do. If it doesn't work out and I then have to get a full time job - at least I will know that I tried.


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|Cartoon by R. Crumb symbolizing the futile attempt of the simple-lifers
to prevent the formation of a total surveillance, mind-control society.
Call me a Luddite, but I don't like it when machines try to read my mind. If I pop a disc in the DVD player I don't want the TV to turn on. If I write an article about Snarf's Disease I don't want intrusive, pop-up ads for Snarf's Disease to follow me around for the next five years. If I'm in France, I don't want Google, YouTube and every other bloody thing to take me to their respective French websites. If I type "SHIT," I don't want the spellchecker to turn it into "SHOT." If I'm stuck on an actor's name (Jeremy Irons) and type in the title of an Adrian Lyne film adaptation of a certain Vladimir Nabokov novel in which said actor starred, I don't want the !@!# mechano man to assume I'm Papa Perverto and send me a stern warning against following the path of Humbert Humbert. Yeah, I don't like it, you stupid robots. You heard what I said!
Bold statement, huh? Sure.
As bold as an egg in a frying pan saying it doesn't like Teflon and conductive heat.
Tough shit, Mr. Egg. It's just going to get worse ...
In the early years of the 21st century, the stupid !@#$ robots resemble rude bastards who finish my sentences and usually get it wrong. The stupid !@#$ robots don't know what I'm thinking. Yet. But they will.
Consider the grim picture I'm painting, folks. In a nutshell ...
Contemporary cyber-society resembles the delusional architecture of paranoid schizophrenia. Basically, everything everywhere is watching you and it's all part of one big system trying to put thoughts in your head.
That's not the ravings of a lunatic. That's a !@# fact.
Forget Big Brother -- your freaking PHONE is watching you. We all thought 1984 was prophetic -- but it missed the future by a mile. Turns out, The President's Analyst was on the money ...
And the nuts were, too!
Any day now, the nuthouses will release all the paranoid schizophrenics. With a sheepish look on their faces, the Men in the White Coats will say, "We owe you guys a big apology. Turns out, you were right."
"We tried to warn you," the nuts will gibber.
But, by then, it will be too late.


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A carpenter from Connecticut, USA, Dalton Ghetti creates miniature masterpieces on the tips of pencils. He has been making his tiny graphite works for about 25 years. He never sold any of his work, only given it away to friends.
Dalton uses three basic tools to make his incredible creations: a razor blade, sculpting knife and sewing needle to make holes or dig into graphite, scratch and create lines. He even refuses to use a magnifying glass. The longest Dalton has spent on one piece was two and half years on a pencil with interlinking chains. A standard figure will take several months.
Dalton has a box full of more than 100 sculptures that have broken while working on them that he affectionately calls 'The Cemetery Collection'. He said: "I have quite a few broken pieces so I decided to glue them on pins and into styrofoam for a display case. People might think it's weird I keep them but they're still interesting. I worked on them for months so they might be dead now but at one point I gave them life".
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Another series bites the dust, this time is Now and Then, Here and There (R2J) the one that has come to an end. I hope you liked this classic anime as much as us. Of course, you can get episode 13 as well as other episodes in our channel and also the complete batch torrent for the series:
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So I didn't do these on the right day, but oh well. Having fun today! This is Tuesday's Teaser:
TEASER TUESDAYS asks you to:
This was actually hard because I am currently reading a new hard book, The God Delusion by Richard Dawkins. It didn't want to just "fall open" so I colsed my eyes and opened it. I haven't read this page yet! It might be a spoiler for me. I broke my two up (left out the sentence in between) so it wouldn't be a spoiler for other people.
"The entire history of these cults, from initiation to expiry, is wrapped up within in living memory."
"It is fascinating to guess that the cult of Christianity almost certainly began in very much the same way, and spread initially at the same high speed."


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You can't get what you hate!
Here's the deal, somethings in life are just NOT for you. I understand you've done what it takes, you've sown into your dreams, you've prayed long and hard about it and nothing seems to burst from it. Have you ever stopped to think about how you treat the person who already has what you're dreaming or desiring? Are you happy for them? Are you congratulating them? Are you praying they get even more?
Well in my case I was not always the happiest for someone walking around with my answered prayer. I was somewhat upset. So I prayed and asked God why did He bless them with something they didn't even work hard to get? God simply replied
"STOP HATING!!! How can I bless you with something better when you're not even happy to see the promise or manifestation of your answered prayer in someone else? You're sitting here judging and wondering why I am not fair. You know my word I am JUST, I don't have favorites I just provide and produce favor. I rain on the just and unjust alike. If you want something from me then I first command you love me with all your heart, mind and soul THEN I ask you to love your neighbor as yourself. Hmmm, are you within my will? Are you obeying my commands? How can I bless disobedience? Why would I?"
I replied with an answer God already knew…. "I was wrong Father. I didn't know I was outside of your will. I was hating. I can't get the promise if I'm in the way."
Make sure you're congratulating and not hating. You can't get what you're hating.
Much Love,
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It seems I have seriously underestimated the power of my enemy.
They told me he was smart, that he could slip in undetected in the most unexpected places and wreak havoc on my life. But I wasn't worried; he couldn't pull anything over on me. I wouldn't give him the opening he needed.
I didn't even see him coming.
School started almost seven weeks ago. I started teaching in a new position, my oldest stated kindergarten, and my youngest went to a babysitter for essentially the first time in his life. The first week or so took some adjustment, but I was pleased with the way we all seemed to adapt to our new schedules. It was hectic, but in a good way. The exhausted feeling I had at the end of each day was weirdly satisfying.
The falling apart was gradual.
I'm about to get real, at the risk of a couple things – one, that I sound like a big whiner , and two, that I sound like a spoiled brat who doesn't appreciate what I have – and I don't like the idea of either of those things. So let me first clarify and defend myself and say that I absolutely love the life that God has given me – especially the people in it. That includes my family and the kids I teach every day, kids who quickly became "my kids" as well. And I recognize that compared to many, my problems are minuscule and for that I know I am blessed.
But I am tired. And I don't like the person I sometimes become when I'm stressed out by a never-ending to-do list and jam-packed days with no sign of any sort of rest in sight. The days when I'm longing to stay home for just one evening, if only to catch up on the piles of laundry I can't ever seem to get on top of or to clean more than just one room of my house at a time. Or when I'm feeling especially selfish, the longing to just read for fun or write a chapter in the new book I'm trying to write – something I haven't even touched in over six weeks.
I hear older mothers always saying to enjoy this time while it's here, that it will be over all too soon and that I will miss it someday and believe me, I GET THAT. But when I'm cooking supper with one hand because the other one is holding a baby on my hip and I'm tripping over my five-year-old, who is clinging to my waist and playing the copycat game, that thought tends to slip my mind. And I become impatient. I find myself yelling at my oldest over something unnecessary – and I HATE yelling. Or feeling irritated when he asks me to listen to him read a story he's already read to me three times that evening. I mean seriously, what kind of mom gets tired of listening to her child READ? I think that was the point that I realized that something had begun to unravel, and it was only when I examined the subtle changes that had taken place over the last few weeks that I realized the source of it.
It began when my over-packed schedule became too "crowded" for my quiet time with God. The early morning time I used to spend with Him, studying His word and praying before I began getting ready for my day, began getting shorter and shorter. Though I would force myself to get up with my alarm, I found myself grading papers. And before I knew it, the time was often up and it was time to get ready and I hadn't even cracked my Bible open. Or sometimes I'd read for fifteen minutes and then realize my mind had been on my lesson plans the entire time and I hadn't processed a word I'd just read.
He started with a whisper: "It's okay. God understands. What's that Bible verse about 'doing everything with diligence for Him'? He knows you're putting your whole heart into your job. It's okay if you didn't make time for Him this morning. You'll do it later."
Later never came. Between school and homework and soccer practice and just making sure my family was fed and bathed and all the other stuff that demanded my time, I found myself falling into bed at night with the final thought that I hadn't spoken to God that day. Then I began prayers that I didn't finish because I fell asleep in the middle of them.
And soon I found my upbeat attitude fading. The world slowly became more of my focus. I heard myself participating in gossip that was none of my business to begin with. Though I still continued trying to walk with God daily, it became more of a stand-still. I wasn't growing in my relationship with Him, and it affected all my other relationships as well.
I'm not saying I need to ignore my other obligations. I firmly believe that I was put on this earth to be a wife, mommy, and teacher, and the Bible does teach that in "whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord" (Colossians 3:23). And I know that God understands the demands that come with each of those "jobs" that I love so much.
But when I stop truly seeking Him, it impacts those things that He put me here to do. And as far as all the stress that sometimes goes along with those things, He promises rest and peace that "transcends all understanding" (Philippians 4:6-7). He promises that if I seek Him with all of my heart and soul, I will find Him (Deuteronomy 4:29-31; Proverbs 8:17).
So as far as my walk with Him, I'm starting to move forward once again. And this time, I'm going to be more diligent in fending off that enemy who lurks nearby, looking for places to worm his way in so he can slowly consume me.
Because this busy mommy doesn't have time for him and his lies…my son has a book to read to me for the fifteenth time and I can't wait to hear it.


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Ooooh! This silk skirt is way sweet! I'm not even sure which I worship more, the colours or the pattern... Lucy Laucht is such a poppet. PS It's Banana Republic and you can buy it here (but be quick!).
08 June 2011
Gimme! of the day: Silk Ikat print skirt
Posted by Louise (Table Tonic) at 9:45 PM
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- AnonymousJune 8, 2011 at 11:32 PM
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"Owning A Piece of the City: A First Timer's Manual" is a FREE seminar that caters to the specific questions and needs of first time home buyers.
We all know the real estate world can be frightening, especially if you're preparing to buy your first home in the city. During this interactive workshop you will interact with an experienced lender and real estate professional that will provide you with the ins and outs of navigating the DC Marketplace.
This event will be located at the DCRE Residential office (1405 Rhode Island Ave NW Washington, DC 20005) on Saturday June 21, 2014 from 12-2pm. It will be hosted by DCRE Residentials' own, Trish Ofori, and our loan officer partner Alex Jaffe, form First Home Mortgage!
Complementary refreshments are also included.
All you have to do is RSVP to the Eventbrite posting here: http://www.eventbrite.com/e/owning-a-piece-of-the-city-a-first-timers-manual-tickets-11272527433 .
Hurry…space is limited. We really hope to see YOU there!
by Trish Ofori
by Trish Ofori