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Ladies and Gentleman, Boys and Girls. Mousemag will be released to the general Public on the 31st December 2010. The magazine will be available as an emag through our website, as a downloadable PDF and as a print copy available through Lulu Publishing.
Check back at Disneybrit.com on the 31st December to get hold of your copy of Issue 1 of the magazine.
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Pool Closing in 3 Easy Steps
As Labor Day passes, it also means it is time to close the pool for many around the country. While this may cause some residents to cry, pool techs may be rejoicing in secret. You can ensure an easy spring startup when you close your pool correctly!
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- Add Oxy-Brite® non-chlorine shock oxidizer (1 lb. per 10,000 gals.) to destroy organic contaminants.
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- Add GLB® Sequa-Sol® sequestering agent (use the initial dose of 16 fl. oz. per 10,000 gals.) to protect the pool from stains and scale formation. Allow water to circulate for 12-24 hours.
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- After cleaning and treating the pool, lower the water if you are in an area where the water must be lowered due to freezing conditions.
- Drain all water from pipes, pumps, heaters, filters and other pool equipment according to the manufacturer's directions.
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text: SPRING IS HERE. It might not look like spring. The air is still bitter and aroma-less, the birds that frolicked a few weeks ago have swiftly buggered off again and everyone's whinging about the snow. So, the weather's glum and with the economy set to decline even further because of it, us Brits are even glummer, but spring has definitely landed. How do I know? Because a few weeks ago, I lost my job. My home has just been sold too, our landlord needs the money and our close friends have just had a baby. Everything's changing, even without the warmer days we just know it's time to clean the porch or grow that fringe out.


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We're glad to be back with our review / premiere section again with one of our favourites Italian labels at the moment, Maple Death Records. Today is time for throbbing bass lines, hissing snares and rotten, dub-infused punk just like the PiL way – Rotten indeed, did you get it?. …Well, except for the fact that the main character here is 18 yo, comes from Missouri and he's been dropping any arty presumtions along the way. Listen for yourselves an excerpt out of the 50-minutes-long Small Pets And Kitchenettes tape the youngster Video Duct is about to release on MDR, namely the opening track called Tell It All, which does pretty much tell a lot about the whole record: you've been warned!
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America is governed by its civilians. That is unique to who we are. The men and women who are serving in our government are there because we put them there. And if they stay in office, they stay because we do not replace them.
So, it is true in every sense of the term, "Our government is a reflection of who we are."
This is why our founding fathers were concerned about what would happen in the future, if a day came when our nation no longer held true to the righteous principles that are established by the scriptures and true Christianity.
The success of our nation is dependent on a mindset toward righteousness and love, the kind that is embodied by the God of our fathers whose very name is both
Righteousness and Love. (Malachi 4:2 & 1 John 4:8)
That does not mean that we have to be perfect, or that our leaders have to be perfect. But it does mean that our priorities must be based on righteousness, character, and strength of mission. If this is not the case, then the foundation is destroyed and that which has been built on that foundation will crumble and self-destruct.
The hope for America is that the people of God will be awakened and become a vibrant force of influence and leadership. That does not mean that all of our government leaders have to be born again, Bible-thumping Christians. But their principles, their character, and their motives must be a reflection of who we are supposed to be. And the only way that will happen is if the Christian civilian becomes a reflection of who God is, and becomes vocal and active in the process of electing our leaders.
Let's take a look at the current case in point. There are two frontrunners in the current campaign for president - one in each major party. They both have been frontrunners for many months now. It would not be too far-fetched to say that both of these candidates are a reflection of who we are as a nation - at least of those who are loud enough to be heard and active enough to be called voters (that is if the polls are correct).
Neither candidate is a reflection of righteousness and love. Both have proven over many years, in my opinion, to be self-centered and power-hungry. And both have little defense for the major unrighteousness of which they have been accused.
One has made his riches on the poor luck of desperate gamblers, whose lives are now in shambles. You don't have to be anti-gambling to study the flow of money out of the pockets of the many who cannot afford it, into the pockets of the few who boast of its riches. He has gone bankrupt four times and has contributed heavily to politicians who could help him maintain his wealth. The other is accused of making her money from the contributions of the international super-wealthy, whose only interests are major political favors - favors that will make them rich and powerful, with no care as to the impact it has on our nation. This accusation is well-documented and not well-defended.
One has shown that she will say almost anything to protect her reputation, currently laden with scandal and illegal procedures. Her stories change almost weekly. The other does not even try to defend his reputation of sleeping with "some of the greatest women in the world" - a proud quote from a book he wrote.
One is known for his arrogance, belligerence, and self-centeredness. He is currently slandering people right and left, throwing caution to the wind. The other is known for her deafening silence and misdirection on multiple substantive accusations; if tried and found guilty of these accusations, it would at the very least bury her political career and could easily land her in prison for many years.
You may think I am being a little harsh or being judgmental. But I don't believe anyone who is honestly paying attention could argue with my assessment.
What is really disheartening is that many have fallen into the trap of supporting someone merely because of their popularity, personality, or powerful persuasion. Character, principled policy, and pure motives have taken a back seat. The scary part is that much of that support is coming from professed Christians.
May I suggest a short checklist for supporting a candidate?
One) Are they a person of character? They do not have to have a perfect past. But they must be willing to own their past and show that they have made it right where they have been wrong. President McKinley, when running for office at the end of the 19th century, was accused of fathering a child out of wedlock when he was young and keeping it hush hush. A committee of pastors and other spiritual leaders was formed to interview him and make a judgment. They reported that he had, in fact, fathered a child, but had been financially supporting the mother and child all of those years. McKinley won the presidency. Oh for the day that we would return to such a process.
Two) Are they a person of right and wrong? Do they support principled policy? Will they make wise and righteous decisions that are in line with scriptural truth? Will they defend the dignity of life - from the unborn, to the elderly, to the trafficked? Will they seek to solve the plight of the impoverished and the marginalized? This is not about a political party. It is about promoting real answers, whether they promote the political party's agenda or not.
Three) Are they a respectable leader? Do they put others above themselves? Are they trustworthy and are they people of integrity? Do they lead, or do they follow the whims of political shifts? Are they able to be steadfast with that which is right and influence others toward the same? They cannot just be able to work with the opposition. They must be able to persuade the opposition, or persuade the public to change the faces of the opposition in the next election. That takes a leader.
Those who know me know that this article is a little out of my character. But enough is enough. You can count on one thing: I will not be voting for either of these candidates. I will not tell you who to vote for. But if you possess strength of character, love, and righteousness, let me know. I might start a write-in campaign to elect you the next President of the United States.


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PEI Video Cookbook Encourages Healthy Eating
Charlottetown, PE – An online video cookbook is being developed to encourage individuals with mild to moderate intellectual disabilities to prepare healthy, balanced, and cost-effective meals.
The video cookbook is being developed by Holland College's Applied Research Department. Primarily funded by the PEI Department of Health and Wellness through the Wellness Grant Program, additional financial support has been provided by Sobey's. The project is being led by Dr. Greg McKenna, a research consultant at Holland College.
Dr. McKenna said the support of numerous in-kind partners, including the PEI Association for Community Living (ACL), Tremploy Inc., and Canada's Smartest Kitchen, will ensure that the cookbook provides relevant, appropriate information.
"The combined knowledge and experience contributed to this project by the partners will result in a highly functional tool that will reinforce independent living skills," he said.
Julie Smith, Executive Director of PEI ACL, enthusiastically embraced the project.
"Projects and partnerships of this sort are key to enhancing the lives of individuals who have intellectual disabilities," she said.
The project, which is in its initial stages, will engage people with intellectual disabilities in the process by having them involved in all stages of the development of the cookbook, from identifying food interests, taste testing, piloting food purchases, and, ultimately, participating in food preparation based upon the recipes that are developed.
Joel Dennis, Executive Director of Tremploy Inc., sees the participatory focus of the cookbook as key to the development of a cookbook that people with intellectual disabilities will use.
"Active participation of the end users throughout this project is one of the features that ensures success of the final product," he explained.
The video cookbook, which has also received funding from the Holland College President's Innovation Fund, will consist of five to seven recipes developed by food product developers at Canada's Smartest Kitchen to ensure palatability, cost effectiveness, and nutritional value. The on-line video cookbook is expected to be available in the spring of 2019.
Cutline: (Front row, l-r) Sky MacLeod and Rolanda Bridges look over focus group materials with (back row, l-r) Lynn Taylor, Life Enrichment Supervisor, Tremploy, Inc.; Greg McKenna, research consultant at Holland College; and Julie Smith, Executive Director PEI Association for Community Living


text: Game 1 of the NBA Finals is in the books, with the Golden State Warriors winning 124-114 in overtime. LeBron James tallied a mighty 51 points, but the referees reversed a controversial blocking call in the final minutes in favour of the Warriors. Then again, that's not what lost the Cavs the game. Get The Best Odds on Golden State Warriors (1.95) Get The Best odds on Cleveland Cavaliers (1.95) In the dying moments, George Hill missed a free throw that would have put Cleveland up by one. Then, JR Smith also failed in his chance to win the game because he thought his team were already winning when the score was tied. Choose Top 3 bookies for the best odds The Warriors walked away with the win in overtime. Can the Cavs rally and seal a win in Game 2 on June 3rd? Cavaliers vs. Warriors: Predictions and Tips For the majority of Game 1, the Cleveland Cavaliers put in a performance worthy of winning the game. A little bit of composure at the end would have sealed a close game. But, coming back from such a tragic finish will be very tough, but they have the all-star to lead the way. LeBron James will come out swinging once again, and he clearly can't be stopped by the elite-level corps of the Golden State Warriors. With James on a mission, the Cavs have a chance, making their +575 outsider odds to win Game 2 with the top NBA bookies in Canada somewhat appealing. The Golden State Warriors are expected to blow the Cavs out of the water. The handicap including overtime markets sees them winning -11.5 at odds of -133.33. The repercussions of Game 1 At the end of Game 1, Cavaliers centre Tristan Thompson got into a bit of a kerfuffle with Draymond Green of the Warriors. First, Thompson was ejected for a foul on Shaun Livingston, then hit Green in the face with the ball and his fists. The NBA will most likely suspend Thompson for one game, possibly two, and also Kevin Love for stepping onto the court during the altercation.


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Chelsea draw blank as Costa dirties his bib
Spain striker's reaction to substitution snub set to land him in hot water
This game was about as brooding as a benched Diego Costa. It smouldered and threatened but did not quite hit the mark.
A bit like when Costa, in a deliberate act, tossed his bib over his shoulder as he returned to his seat in the final minutes after it became apparent that he would not be going on.
The bib sailed narrowly close to Jose Mourinho's head but did not touch him. Just.
A goalless draw away from home against a strong, in-form team such as Tottenham Hotspur - who extended their unbeaten league run to 13 matches, their best in the Premier League era, as they also hunt down a Champions League place - would normally appear to be a good result. And it was a good result.
It was also another sign that Chelsea are slowly recovering from their calamitous start to the season, with Mourinho declaring that it was their best performance of the campaign.
He added that he would not be surprised if his team, unbeaten in three matches, with three clean sheets, now went undefeated for their next 10 matches.
The point is, though, that they need to. And they need wins not draws. The gap between them and the top four remains daunting. They require title-winning form from now on in to claw it back.
What is fascinating is that with the players - and manager - the club possess, they still probably have the ability to do it; although they surely have to buy a striker in the January transfer window.
What role Costa plays remains to be seen. Even though Loic Remy was absent after his partner gave birth, and Radamel Falcao was injured, Mourinho deemed it best to go without the out-of-form Costa, who had quarrelled with his manager in the midweek Champions League tie at Maccabi Tel Aviv.
Mourinho had brushed that off, with kisses and cuddles, he said, and he attempted to brush it off again after this encounter, but there is no mistaking there is a gathering Chelsea narrative.
True, he has benched big players this season and, true, Costa's turn was long overdue but there is a sense that the striker, above all, will not react well to such calculated treatment.
In Costa's stead there was the 'false nine', with Mourinho deploying Eden Hazard as his furthest player forward, and he will have felt vindicated by the Belgian's strong performance and also in that the best two chances fell his way: with a close-range header in the first half, which he sent over the crossbar, and then a fierce, angled volley back across goal, which was superbly pushed away by Hugo Lloris.
There was frustration for Spurs. Frustration that they were not able to capitalise on their advantage going into this game and frustration, also, from some of their supporters, that manager Mauricio Pochettino had played such a strong side in the Europa League tie in Azerbaijan last Thursday, with a 5,000-mile round trip and players not getting to their beds before 5am on Friday. It felt compromised.
Eight who started against Qarabag also did so against Chelsea, which, given the exertions, is an extraordinarily high number.
While Pochettino claimed that there was no physical fatigue, Harry Kane later let the cat out of the bag when he complained on social media that he "didn't feel we had the same energy today as usual".
He was right.
The truth is that this game should never have kicked off at midday on Sunday - Chelsea also had a long-distance midweek European trip, to Israel - and it suffered as a consequence. Spurs were not their usual, high-energy, pressing, relentless selves, while Chelsea were predictably cagey as they feel their way back into the season.
There was one good angle, also, to Spurs' frustration. It was another sign of the progress they have made under Pochettino that they felt disappointed in only taking a point here, although looking at their own resources they are only a Kane injury away from a crisis. He is in danger of being overplayed.
This was Mourinho in 'safe mode'. He is carrying out the diagnostic on his team, rebooting them, in the hope that confidence as well as results will return. And so this was more about not losing, about the clean sheet, than winning.
No-one could blame him even if it made for a cautious, uncompromising encounter in which Spurs did not know whether to stick or twist, and could not decide whether a point was worth preserving or risking in search of the victory.
Early into the second half there was an inevitability about the result - Lloris's save from Hazard notwithstanding - as chances, already at a premium, were no longer available for either side.
Before that, Pedro's pace off the left was Chelsea's best outlet as well as Hazard's trickery, and the Spain forward had fired over with a deflected shot from the penalty area's edge.
Spurs' best chances? There was a first-time shot from Kane that ricocheted up and bounced off Asmir Begovic's shoulder before the goalkeeper recovered and there was a low drive from Mousa Dembele, which was pushed away for a corner after his quick feet took him into space.
But it was from another corner that the clearest chance fell to Son Heung-Min, who had pulled away from Branislav Ivanovic, Chelsea captain in the absence of the injured John Terry, but could not gain enough power to beat Begovic, who saved comfortably. Son later combined with substitute Erik Lamela to fire straight into Begovic's arms.
Costa was, eventually, sent to warm up, but Mourinho was happy to hold.
Whether it is a point gained or two lost will soon become apparent.
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On the 29th of November 2016, members of faith-based organisations met in Luton with the UK Coalition for Preventing Genocide, Protecting the Vulnerable, of which GRASSROOTS team member Bonnie Evans-Hills is a member. The coalition was formed at a meeting in Treviso, Italy in September 2015, helping to develop the United Nations' Europe Plan of Action - recommendations for a regional strategy in preventing incitement to violence that could lead to atrocity crimes. The Luton meeting brought together those working on the ground across the UK in the areas of youth work, combating hate crime and radicalisation, gender issues, and support for refugees and asylum seekers.
A statement of recommendations from this meeting will be released in a few weeks' time, and presented to the UK government with the support of the United Nations Office for Genocide Prevention and Responsibility to Protect.
While in Luton, the group heard about the inspiring work many local faith-based organisations are carrying out to celebrate diversity and combat discrimination, including GRASSROOTS, in Luton, and Hope Not Hate, a national organisation which maps hate crime.
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The Location - This apartment is perfectly located 200 metres back from the beautiful Shoal Bay Beach and directly behind the Shoal Bay Resort. With clear turquoise waters and white sands it is the perfect holiday destination offering great swimming. You can hire kayaks, stand up paddle boards (open everyday during the high seasons of school holidays, long weekends and Easter) and bicycles. Shoal Bay would undoubtedly be one of the prettiest coastal towns Australia has to offer on the east coast. There are an array of cafes, restaurants and bars offering a delicious selection food along the waterfront. Wandering across the road from the apartment you will find a childrens playground and tennis court. Shoal Bay Bike hire can provide rackets and court hire. Continuing on to the eastern end of the bay is the magnificent Tomaree National Park with spectacular views from the top of Tomaree Mountain. Just a 5 minute drive in the opposite direction brings you to Nelson Bay. Fingal Bay Surf Lifesaving Club is a short drive away (approx. 2.3km) where you will find a surf patrolled swimming area and Learn to Surf Lessons during the warmer months.
The Apartment - Zenith Studio is a tidy, well kept affordable apartment, perfect for a young family looking for a great time away. The air conditioned open plan studio has been sectioned off by the furnishings to create a lounge, dining, bedroom and kitchen area. Features include a comfortable lounge suite, flat screen TV, DVD player, and ceiling fan. There is a split king bed plus two single beds perfect for a family or separate to accommodate four single adults. There is a basic kitchenette for guest use which includes a bar fridge, microwave, kettle and toaster. The bathroom is separate and comes with a glass shower, vanity and toilet. Other features include sliding glass door access to a private rear courtyard with outdoor seating. The property is also equipped with a porta-cot and highchair for the youngest guest. Please note there is only off street parking.
There are definitely smoke alarms at this property.
Linen packs are provided at this property. If you would like beds made please contact our office.
Art and Craft: Community Art Centre (Approx. 2.4km away), Quad Bike Riding, Bushwalking: Tomaree National Park + Headland, Scuba-Diving, Dolphin Cruises: Depart Daily (Approx. 3.5km from Unit, Fishing - Beach, Fishing - Game: (February) + Trailer Boat Comp (March/April), Exercising: Balance Gym (Approx. 1.9km from Unit), Golfing: 27 Hole Course (Approx. 3.6km from Unit), Mini Golf/Putt Putt, Kayaking, Seakayaking, Learning/Lessons/Tuition: Learn to Surf Fingal Bay Beach - 2.7km from Unit, Para-Sailing/Para-Flying, Sailing, Sandboarding, Scenic Flight: Newcastle Helicopters, Sightseeing, Snorkelling, Surfing, Swimming, Tennis, Whale Cruises: from mid-May to mid-November, Wine Tasting: Shoal Bay in September + Nelson Bay November.
Aussie Lifestyle, Beach, Cruise, Fishing, Golf, Marine, Nature based, Relaxation, Soft Adventure, Water based, Adult Getaway, Empty Nesters, Family, Senior.
Credit Cards: Mastercard, Visa, AMEX (Surcharge Applies), Electronic Funds Transfer.
- Air Conditioning: (Heating + Cooling)
- Baby Equipment
- Bathroom
- Bedrooms: Studio Suite: 1x King + 2x Single Beds
- Child Friendly: High Chair
- Cot: Porta-cot
- Crockery and Cutlery
- DVD Player
- Ceiling Fans
- Furniture Outdoor
- Garden Area
- High Chair
- Kitchen: Kitchenette (Bar Fridge)
- Linen: Packs Included
- Lounge
- Microwave Oven
- Parking: Street Parking Only (Limited at Peak)
- Playground: Opposite
- Shower
- Big Screen TV
Most properties now provide bed linen for bookings made on or after 25 August 2015. If you booked before 25 August 2015 but have not yet arrived, you will need to bring your own bedsheets, towels and pillow cases, or contact mail [at] winningholidays [dot] com [dot] au to enquire about linen supply. Only a few properties do NOT offer bed linen as an inclusion and this will be clearly advertised on their individual listing(s). All properties will include: pillows, pillow protectors, mattress protectors, blankets and bedding covers. Future bookings made from 25 August 2015 will include bed sheets, pillow cases, towels, face cloths, hand towels and bath mats unless otherwise specified.
Guests are required to pay a 50% deposit within 48 hours of your reservation. Deposits can be made by credit card online when making your reservation or by phoning a booking consultant on (02) 4984 0100. Mastercard and Visa Cards will incur a 2.5% surcharge and American Express Cards will incur a 4% surcharge. CLICK HERE to make online credit card payments.
Alternatively guest may make a direct deposit to:
- Account Name: Winning Holidays
- Bank: Macquarie Bank
- Account Number: 301934238
Yes, your booking may be cancelled if you have not paid the deposit within 48 hours of your reservation, or if you have not contacted a Winning Holidays consultant on (02) 4984 0100.
The balance of your reservation(s) is due 7 days prior to your arrival. Peak season reservations (26 December to 16 January) are required to be paid by 1 November. Refer to Terms and Conditions.
CLICK HERE to make online credit card payments.
Winning Holidays Guests - Key Collection is strictly from 2.00pm. Guest will be required to collect keys from: 47 Shoal Bay Road, Shoal Bay.
Shoal Bay Beachclub Guests - Key Collection is strictly from 2.00pm. Guest will be required to collect keys onsite: 47 Shoal Bay Road, Shoal Bay.
Amarna Resort Guests - Key Collection is strictly from 3.00pm. Guest will be required to collect keys onsite: Christmas Bush Avenue, Nelson Bay.
Winning Holidays Guests
– are required to check-out by 10.00am. Late check-outs are available
for a small fee (subject to availability). Keys can be returned to 47
Shoal Bay Road, Shoal Bay or 19 Stockton Street, Nelson Bay.
Shoal Bay Beachclub Guests – are required to check-out by 10.00am. Late check-outs are available for a small fee (subject to availability). Keys can be returned to 47 Shoal Bay Road, Shoal Bay or 19 Stockton Street, Nelson Bay.
Amarna Resort Guests – are required to check-out by 11.00am. Late check-outs are available for a small fee (subject to availability). Please leave your swipe in the apartment.
Winning Holidays Office: 47 Shoal Bay Road, Shoal Bay
Monday to Friday: 9:00am - 5:00pm
Saturday: 9:00am - 4:00pm
Sunday: CLOSED
- Winning Holidays Guests – Winning Holidays Office 47 Shoal Bay Road, Shoal Bay
- Shoal Bay Beachclub Guests - Winning Holidays Office 47 Shoal Bay Road, Shoal Bay
- Amarna Resort Guests - onsite: 16 Christmas Bush Avenue, Nelson Bay
Winning Holidays Office: 47 Shoal Bay Road, Shoal Bay
Monday to Friday: from 5:00pm
Saturday: from 4:00pm
Sunday: ALL DAY
Winning Holidays provide an after-hours key collection service when the office is closed. Guests will be required to come to the Shoal Bay Office and call the After Hours phone number on the front door. A representative from Swan Security will meet you at the office to issue keys for a $20 cash fee and a $30 cash fee on Christmas Day.
Yes, the person collecting keys will be required to show photo identification and produce a valid credit card as a security deposit before keys are issued. If a valid credit card is not available then a cash security deposit may be required.
When collecting keys, a Guest Registration Form must completed and a security deposit taken before keys are issued. The guest registration form can be completed in advance to save time, or at check-in. You must also provide a valid credit card and driver's license which will be sighted by a consultant for customer validation.
Please Note: Should you not have a valid credit card, then a cash security deposit is required. Cash deposits will vary depending on the property, with the minimum amount of $400.
Accidents happen sometimes. It is best to let us know if this does occur. You are more likely to incur a charge for breakages or damages if we do not know about it. Upon your departure, an inspection will alert us to any damage or missing items. As per the guest registration form you have signed, such incidents are charged to the guest accordingly.
Each property is displayed from the winter off season weekly tariff. Seasonal tariffs apply.
A clean fee and booking fee will be added to the tariff at the end of your booking showing the exact price for the requested dates.
NOTE: The Amarna Resort, Shoal Bay Beachclub Apartments and The Pines at Anna Bay offer overnight accommodation and are therefore displayed with a daily rate. Some properties may include cleaning fees in the tariff price and some are displayed separately.
Most properties will not allow pets anywhere at the property. Guests wanting to bring their pet should select pet friendly at the time of their search, which will shortlist the properties available. There is a fee of $50 per pet per week, or part thereof, in Winning Holidays Pet Friendly Accommodation
Guests who bring pets to properties that do not allow for them could face immediate eviction without refund at the discretion of management.
Port Stephens offer three kennelling options:
- CEJ's Boarding Kennels – Nelson Bay Road, Bobs Farm – 02 4982 6646
- Auramist Lodge – Nelson Bay Road, Salt Ash – 02 4982 6304
Nelson Bay Boarding Kennels – Gan Gan Road, One Mile – 02 4982 1182
All holiday homes are individually and privately owned. Some properties at times will be for sale. In most cases when a sale occurs, the purchaser will continue to holiday let and honour bookings currently in the system, therefore most guests will not be disrupted.
On occasion when a sale occurs, the purchaser may ask for the property to be vacant at the time of settlement. In this situation, Winning Holidays would arrange alternate accommodation for you in a similar property, subject to availability.
Guests will receive notification the moment Winning Holidays are notified giving guests the option to:
- transfer to alternate accommodation, or
- request a full refund.
No, you cannot have a party. Winning Holidays adhere to the Holiday Code of Conduct respecting the local residents of the area. Our policy requires a maximum of adults in a particular dwelling to help reduce noise complaints, excess cars and disruption to the neighbouring properties. If a property accommodates more than eight people then the remaining guest numbers must be for children.
Any guest found to be hosting a party of any kind or over-crowding the property will be immediately evicted without refund.
Any booking found to be a "schoolies" booking will be be immediately cancelled and evicted without a refund, whether any other terms and conditions are breached or not.
Not all properties offer air conditioning. If air conditioning is important to your stay then please select air conditioning as a requirement when searching on the website.
If the matter is life threatening, Dial 000.
The after-hours phone service is for emergencies only, for example total power failure, total water failure, lock-out or natural disaster damage. Please contact our office number on 4984 0100 and a message will be forwarded to the emergency services.
NOTE: If you lock yourself out you will be required to pay for a locksmith service call. This can be expensive!
Yes. Collection days will be displayed in the Winning Holidays Compendium provided. Guests are responsible to place the red and yellow bins to the curb on collection day if this occurs during your stay. Bin collection will pertain to private homes or duplexes only, whereas unit blocks will have a strata set-up to take the bins out for you. The best indication is to check the street / neighbours who have put out their bins as you would at home.
Reception can be affected from time to time due to the weather or distance from the telecommunications tower. Problems we saw in the old days have been significantly improved since the introduction of the digital signal.
If you would like to order mid-stay cleaning please contact Winning Holidays; Mon-Fri 9am to 5pm and Sat 9am to 4pm on (02) 4984 0100 to arrange a quote.


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Did you know that more than 120 medical conditions, some of them life-threatening, can be detected in the early stages by your dentist? Information gathered at Delta Dental (http://www.deltadentalins.com/oral_health/overall_health.html)
It is well documented that a high percentage of health conditions can have oral symptoms, such as swollen or bleeding gums, ulcers, dry mouth, bad breath, metallic taste and various other changes in the oral cavity.
Scientific American, for example, reports that current research indicates a relationship between oral and overall (systemic) health. "Systemic" refers to the involvement of many organs or systems of the whole body.
Evidence suggests that maintaining a healthy mouth may be related to having a healthy body.1 Unhealthy teeth and gums are often found in combination with heart disease and other life-threatening conditions,2 and many health complications can also impact your oral health.
Visiting your dentist regularly for professional cleanings and exams can help boost your oral health and make you aware of any oral health problems at an early stage. Plus, your dentist may be able to detect other health problems at an early stage.
Here are examples of physical conditions that your dentist may detect:
Diabetes – People with diabetes are more likely to have gum disease (swollen, red, infected gums.)3 Researchers think this occurs because diabetes reduces the body's overall resistance to infection.
Cancer – During your dental exam, your dentist will conduct an oral cancer screening to help detect lumps or other changes in your throat, neck, jaw, skin or thyroid that may indicate cancer.
Heart disease – People with moderate to advanced gum disease have a greater prevalence of cardiovascular disease, including heart disease and stroke, than people with healthy gums. Studies have not shown that one condition causes the other, but many of the risk factors for gum disease and cardiovascular disease (smoking, excessive alcohol use and poor nutrition) are the same.
Kidney disease – Chronic bad breath, an unpleasant taste in the mouth and dry mouth are often signs of this condition. When the kidneys do not function properly, the by-products of incomplete protein breakdown are released, causing an unpleasant taste or odor in the mouth.
Anxiety – Did you know that anxiety can affect your oral health? Stress affects the immune system, which fights against the bacteria that cause periodontal disease, making you more prone to gum infection.
Other medical conditions that your dentist may detect include thyroid problems, high blood pressure, asthma, sleep and breathing disorders, skin rashes, bruxism (teeth grinding), HIV, tuberculosis, drug abuse, anorexia, digestive disorders and upper respiratory problems.
Remember: Giving your mouth the same attention you give the rest of your body can really pay off in the long run. See your dentist regularly! Call our office at 985-727-1800 to schedule an appointment.


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Please join us for a discussion for a teach-in that will explore the meaning of Sanctuary for All in Berkeley and what this means for community practice and public policy. The discussion will focus on how to combat Islamophobia and anti-Semitism as part of creating a sanctuary city for all. The teach-in will be facilitated by the Arab Resource and Organizing Center, Islamophobia Studies Center and Islamophobia Research and Documentation Project, Jewish Voice for Peace and the Middle East Children's Alliance.
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Dr. Thomas is one of the most caring and kind doctors I have ever seen. My mom has TN (Trigeminal Neuralgia) and she wanted me to have acupuncture. I researched online and found Dr. Thomas. I took my mom to his office because 1/ he had so many good online reviews, 2/ the urge to find someone to help my mom, 3/ and the belief that acupuncture would alleviate her pain. Dr. Thomas was so kind to work odd hours to allow me to book appointments for my mom during my visit her in SD so that I could drive her to the doctor's office. Dr Thomas thoroughly and meticulously asked questions and diagnosed her before he started the needles. It would be incomplete expressing my gratitude to Dr. Thomas without mentioning Tommy, his helper. Tommy speaks English and Vietnamese and was a designated translator for my mom in case I couldn't be there for her. Tommy is super helpful, friendly, kind, and caring. He tried his best to find spots from the doctor's busy schedule that would fit mine and called me to inform if anyone couldn't keep their appointment. My heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Thomas and Tommy. This is a wonderful place for people who are looking for help for themselves or their loved ones. Anne Kaiser Mountain View, CA
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Some people believe that one size fits all when it comes to makeup. I don't. And when there's so much to choose from, it's no wonder folks don't have nervous breakdowns right in the middle of the makeup isle. The easiest way to shop for makeup is to simply identify whatever it is you're trying to achieve. Take mascara for instance. The best way to find a good one is to first decide how you want your lashes to look. Then decode the brush.
Read on to learn about 4 of the most common mascara brushes to achieve your perfect look!
The Slim
These kinds of brushes are perfect for peeps who have short, stubby lashes. You know, the kind that just kinda sit there. Just chillin'. The round tip on these brushes thicken lashes and give them an instant boost without the clump. Some of my favorites are Maybelline's Colossal Big Shot Fully-Loaded Mascara, and Rimmel London's Scandaleyes Mascara.
The Curve
I have stick straight eyelashes, and sometimes I don't feel like using an eyelash curler. If you're with me on this, then you want to look for mascara wands that have a nice curve to instantly curl your lashes. Clinique's High Impact Curling Mascara does the trick but if you're on a budget, try CoverGirl's Flamed Up Mega Curl Mascara, which retails for about $10.
The Angle
Elongate the eyes. Yep, that's a thing. In short, this type of mascara wand is perfect for people who have small eyes, and want a formula that's not only going to give an illusion of longer lashes, but it will always help to make the eyes look bigger and more vibrant. Check out L'Oreal's False Lash Sculpt Mascara for about $11.
The Comb
Brushes that have stick-like bristles or a ball at the end are better for lengthening, and separating each individual eyelash. Basically, if you're into high-impact and super dramatic lashes, this is the way to go. Some of my favorites are Charlotte Tilbury's Legendary Lashes, Covergirl's Total Tease Mascara, and Maybelline's Lash Stylist Comb Mascara.
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Malaysia revives massive China-backed project
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia (AFP) — Malaysia will revive a US$34-billion Chinese-backed transport and property development that was abandoned in 2017, the prime minister said Friday, adding the project would contribute to Beijing's global infrastructure drive.
The announcement came after the countries agreed this month to resume work on a previously suspended railway project in Malaysia, and is the latest sign of improving ties after a rocky period.
The 140-billion ringgit (US$34-billion) Bandar Malaysia development in Kuala Lumpur is expected to attract financial institutions and companies, and will be an interchange for a number of rail lines, said a statement from Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad's office.
There were some changes to the original plan, including 10,000 units of affordable housing, and a "People's Park", it said.
The project was originally launched in 2011 under the government of ex-leader Najib Razak, but was abandoned in 2017 during his Administration due to a dispute about payments.
Najib lost power at historic elections last year, and has since been slapped with dozens of charges over his alleged role in looting State fund 1MDB.
The Bandar Malaysia project was initially backed by the scandal-hit State fund, but a major stake was later sold to a joint venture between a Malaysian firm and State-owned company China Railway Engineering Corp.
It will resume with the same contractors, who own a 60 per cent stake, while the Government owns the rest.
Bandar Malaysia and the revived rail link, which will run from Malaysia's east to west coast, "should be viewed within the larger context of fostering and cementing long-term bilateral relations between Malaysia and China", the statement said.
The projects will "be a significant contribution to the Belt and Road Initiative, which Malaysia expects to be able to tap on," it added.
Mahathir is due to join other world leaders at a summit focused on Beijing's Belt and Road infrastructure drive in China next week. The US$1 -trillion programme includes maritime, rail and road projects in Asia, Africa and Europe.
Ties had been strained between the two countries since Najib, a close Beijing ally, lost power, and Mahathir suspended a series of Chinese-financed projects amid concerns the terms were unfair to Malaysia.
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The POWDER BLUE CLUB
Rene Valentine's car - USA
Rene says:
She is a 1962 Powder Blue TR3B built in May 1962. (TCF 181 LO) Blue interior with white piping, white top, ashtray, map light, rear seat, "Triumph" rocker cover and a radio.
U.S.A National Concours winner (1st Place-TR3 and Best In Show).
This car is older than I am and in better shape. (2nd owner)
Name: "Frisky" Lady Sings the Blues
Thank you, Giovanni Michelotti.
The PB car on the left is owned by "Chuck" and perhaps he can be enticed to join our select group!
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Susan Elan Jones MP has signed a letter to Commissioner for Public Appointments Peter Riddell calling on him to explain how controversial appointee Toby Young was put on the board of the Office for Students.
The letter has been now signed by more than 60 opposition MPs.
Susan Elan Jones MP said:
"People who hold public appointments need to be of the highest calibre and should also uphold decent ethical standards. However, five minutes spent searching on Google would have linked Toby Young to some really offensive comments against a whole range of people. It was only because so many people complained that he had to stand down.
"Most people in our area would have lost their jobs for saying far less than Toby Young did and I and other MPs want to know how he was even considered to be a board member of the Office for Students in the first place.
"I welcome the fact that on hearing of our the letter, the Commissioner for Public Appointments has said he is looking into the appointment of Toby Young. However, it's vital we also get a
thorough review into the whole process of all the appointments to the board of the Office for Students."
See below for text of letter from Susan Elan Jones MP and other opposition MPs to the Commissioner for Public Appointments
"We the undersigned are writing to you to request that an inquiry be carried out into the appointment process for the board of the Office for Students, of which the final non-executive members were announced on 1 January this year.
We ask that in your role as the Commissioner for Public Appointments, such an inquiry assures Parliament and the public that the Department for Education acted in accordance with the Governance Code on Public Appointments, including the Principles of Public Appointments.
As we understand, The Secretary of State for Education is responsible for appointments to the board, and that the appointment panel provided the Secretary of State with candidates deemed "appointable". Responding to a question in the House of Commons on 8 January this year, Jo Johnson MP stated that Toby Young, one of the successful candidates, was deemed appointable by the panel. Could you confirm that all candidates selected for the board were also deemed "appointable"?
In particular, we would like to draw the attention of the investigation to the principles of integrity, merit, openness and fairness that all public appointment processes must follow. Did all persons involved in the process – Ministers, the appointments panel, and the applicants – properly declare any interests or relationships they had that might impact the appointment? Was the process made properly transparent both for the public and for all potential applicants? Was the process completely fair and impartial and was each candidate assessed against the same criteria?
Furthermore, we would like to know how, in deciding which candidates were "appointable" or not, the panel applied the published selection criteria for the role. These included a commitment to and understand of the seven principles of public life and high standards of corporate and personal conduct.
We appreciate that you have written a post on the Commissioner for Public Appointment's blog regarding the appointment and subsequent resignation of Toby Young, in order to address some of the public concerns regarding his suitability. However we do feel that there remain serious concerns over the entire process of appointments to the board of the Office for Students that are worthy of further investigation.
We look forward to hearing from you, and please do get in contact if there is any way in which we can assist with this request"


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I laugh when I hear a badly dressed person making rude comments about another persons outfit. What can you say to this person….you can listen…you can laugh …or you can cut them off and tell them they have terrible taste. They, of course, will not believe you as in their mind they have excellent fashion sense.
It is funny, it is sad but above all is it uncomfortable to be part of this conversation. Of course, the only way to take these kind of comments …would be to listen and learn something about your friend. You can understand what they find fashionable leading you to a better grasp of their taste and of course making it easy for you to fix them up, buy them a gift or take them to an event.
Today, my friend noticed a guy with cropped pants and a small fedora. She felt this outfit was not a very desirable ensemble. I, on the otherhand, felt the guy looked very cool and was expressing himself in a very confident manner in what he was wearing.
Being fashionable can mean different things to different people. Being acceptable, fitting in or being on trend are all arbitrary depending on who you speak to. Only accept the opinion of those you respect and love the way they look. This does not mean you will be loved or accepted for what you are wearing but you will be comfortable and happy in your own clothes.


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Victoria Memorial, Kolkata
The Victoria Memorial is a large building made of marble in Kolkata, built between 1906 and 1921. It is located on the bank of the Hoogly river and dedicated to the memory of Queen Victoria. Now it is a museum and a famous tourist destination.
Click to Watch Video of Victoria Memorial
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Blog 76 - I Feel Sorry For You
In this 11-minute post, Mark and Jen take on the issue of empathy. They contrast a healthy level of empathy with some people's tendency to stay in harmful, negative relationships for empathetic reasons. They go on to discuss why we respond to people the way we do and how both our past experiences and our hormonal balance affect how we interact with others.


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Little things haunt me. We used to have an SST. No more. We revolutionized astronomy with the Hubble. Its replacement, the Webb, has been cancelled. We used to visit the vacuum of perpetual night in a spacecraft straight out of Amazing Stories — and the last one will shortly make its last flight. The International Space Station is scheduled for "deorbiting" in the next ten ears. There is no plan to replace it. Humanity, which once crossed oceans in hilariously tiny boats, has turned inward, and instead of reaching for the stars, now stares morosely at the ground, its shoulders bent in a shrug of despair. No more vision, no more courage, no more faith in our own destiny.
Sounds kind of quaint, doesn't it? Words like "vision" and "destiny" seem to belong to a more innocent, more naive era, in which Camelots and gaudy cars with huge tailfins sprung from the fertile imagination of a nation accustomed to limitless expansions. Now, we are told we cannot afford such waste, such indulgence, such — hubris. We must understand that we are using up our planet, that we are not the giants we were taught to be by our starry-eyed leaders, whose ambitions stretched to the moon and beyond. We are, in fact, humble mites on the surface of mighty Gaia, and we must learn our place.
The stars are not for us. Not now, anyway. For now, we must focus on the urgent problems that no other generations have confronted. People are without food and shelter. Sick people are denied treatment. Despots rule. Corruption is rife, and rich nations barter between themselves the wealth that properly belongs to the entire world. We have no time now for the silliness of science fiction fantasies.
Pure research? We need action–oriented efforts that address real problems, not the hypothetical daydreams of fanciful and unproven theories. And even though this new practicality is painful to people who still have a neurotic compulsion to disregard clear limits, it would be irresponsible in the extreme to dedicate energy and resources to projects and efforts that the great body of humanity has no share in, and benefit only those in ivory towers and the lush quadrangles of academe.
Technology is stifling us. The marvelous machines that liberated people from their own small towns now choke our atmosphere with poisonous gases. The great factories that brought the complex engines of convenience — washing machines, hair dryers, electric mixers, synthetic fabrics — to the masses consume energy at frightful rates, eat resources at a pace unimaginable in bygone times. The pure science that brought us the miracles of the silicon chip, laptop computers, life expectancy into the 80s and genetic modification is no longer affordable.
There are 6 billion people on earth, and even at that level, we are told that we must reduce our consumption in order for the earth to survive. What happens when there are 10 billion? That's what most projections show for 2050, only 39 years from now. And 20 billion?
A famous science fiction writer (some say Asimov, some Heinlein) once noted that "Earth is just too small and fragile a basket for mankind to keep all its eggs in." Another, Larry Niven, said "The dinosaurs became extinct because they didn't have a space program." Maybe we can delay, maybe we can kick this can into the future, but survivors know that the time to make a bold move is when you are still strong, resources are still plentiful, and there is no immediate time pressure. Here's hoping that humanity, which now seems to have its head so far up its ass, can pull it out in time to look at the stars again.


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Watch out for self proclaimed DIESEL Professional should they have been nearly as good because they claimed then the makers would've been contacting to request them to affix there accepted servicing agent network.


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Question : Anyone know of any good free, online psychic websites?
I would like to speak to a psychic, but do you know of any free online live readings?
whether this is a chatroom, via email or a one-to-one i do not mind. thanks.
Question : Where can I find an online psychic that can tell me where something is?
I lost a few things that I really need to find and I don't know where they are. Does anyone know of any psychics that might be able to tell me?
Answer by eri
You mean like the Ark of the Convenent? Or Hoffa's body? Oh wait, that's right – there's no such thing as psychics or people who can find lost things paranormally. Or we'd know where everything is.
Answer by ♥
behind the couch
Answer by advisor
I don't know but before you spend any money try this trick a friend taught me. Just say out loud "I am going to to find________ right now." then go look again. It has worked for me always go straight to it. Good luck.
Answer by believer_in_jesus37421
I sincerely hope you won't seek advice from anyone who claims to be able to foretell the future. At best, such claims are fraudulent and you will only be wasting your money; at worst, you could find yourself entangled with occult spiritual powers that will deceive and harm you.
This is why the Bible repeatedly warns us against any type of occult practice. The ancient world was filled with all kinds of superstitions and occult practices, but God's people were warned not to let themselves be influenced by them. The Bible says, "Let no one be found among you who sacrifices his son or daughter in the fire, who practices divination or sorcery, interprets omens, engages in witchcraft, or casts spells, or who is a medium or spiritist, or who consults the dead" (Deuteronomy 18:10-11).
Instead, I urge you to turn to God and seek His will for your future. God loves you; He loves you so much that He sent His only Son into the world to give His life for your salvation. Why not trust your life into His hands? By a simple prayer of faith ask Christ to forgive your past and come into your life today.
Then commit your future into His hands. I can't promise all your problems will suddenly go away—but I do know this: It's far better to face the future with God than without Him. Don't follow the wrong path in life, but follow Christ instead. You'll never regret it.
Question : Does anyone know of a good online psychic site with real psychics ?
Does anyone know of a good online psychic site with real psychics ?
personal testimonys would be great
do any psychics get on yahoo questions to answer questions randomly.. that would be neat!
Answer by 2 cents
u can use search engine, there r so many of them
Answer by kerida_menina
The best I have done is over the phone.. Try it as a one off as it does cost!! They were spot on with alot.. They are called whispering spirits.. Another good one is Keen. Also try looking at the back pages of magazines as they advertise cheaper rates for phone calls.
Answer by AutumnGirl
Answer by BK
I have used keen before – they are very good.
I found them on a review site
They also recommended astrology, have not used them, though.
Watch this video on online psychic
Free Psychic Training Video


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Wales v Australia, Millennium Stadium, November 28
Howley has confidence in skipper Jenkins
November 27, 2009
Gethin Jenkins leads Wales against Australia © Getty Images
Rob Howley has every confidence that Gethin Jenkins will lead Wales with distinction against Australia at the Millennium Stadium on Saturday.
The loose-head has been handed the captain's armband following a back injury to Ryan Jones and Howley has endorsed his quiet brand of leadership. Backs coach Howley admitted that while he didn't say much, Jenkins had the respect and attention of the squad.
Jones' place in the back-row has been taken by Dragons youngster Dan Lydiate, with Andy Powell shifting to No.8. Jenkins captains Wales for the second time after leading his country against South Africa in 2007.
"We are developing a team of leaders," said Howley. "We are lucky there are a number of captains within the side. Gethin is certainly a player who, over the last six months, has had some great experiences.
"He doesn't say too much, but what he does say, people stand up and listen to. He's captained Wales before, and he has captained the Blues. I think he will be a great leader - he certainly leads by his actions. Australia should have won against Scotland, but they had one of those days at the office, which happens in professional sport. I am sure they have put that game to bed now.
"We've set our standards. It is our stadium, our supporters and we have to make sure it's our game tomorrow. It is important we win in our stadium - we expect that of our players. We set our target, coming in after losing narrowly to New Zealand earlier this month that we need to win the next three games. We've won two, and the next one is tomorrow."
Wales forwards coach Robin McBryde also reminded Jenkins that his performance in the scrum would be vital against a vastly-improved Australian front-row.
"It will be the toughest scrum that we have come up against during this series. It's a step up," he said."They (Australia) were hugely effective against Ireland, and again against Scotland. It will be a hugely-contested area.
"Collectively, they have got a good understanding of what they are trying to get out of the scrum in different areas of the field. It is an area where questions have been asked of us during the autumn series. Up to now, I think we have been able to answer those critics."
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Netherlands, "DEB 119 LA BRIELLE" superb strike on reverse of very fine folded letter (1817) with "Memel 21 oct" departure datestamp send to Bordeaux with 19 decimes postage due. The cover was directed by error to Brielle (Den Briel, Zuid-Holland), the rare DÉBOURSÉ was applied to correct this mistake. This postmark of the FRENCH DÉPARTEMENT CONQUIS DES BOUCHES DE LA MEUSE is unrecorded in the 1811-1813 period and only 4-5 strikes (according to NVPH) are known after that.
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[\quote]"Marriage may be contracted in accordance with law by two persons without distinction as to their sex."[/quote]
One of the arguments against this is that same-sex marraige cannot give children the same advantages as heterosexual marriage (e.g. this add). Going through the Iona institute (which is anti-same-sex marriage) they quote a number of different studies which show that there is no difference between homosexual parents and heterosexual parents
(from here (pdf)):
Judith Stacey to the US Courts wrote: Specifically, the research demonstrates that children of same-sex couples are as motionally
healthy and socially adjusted and at least as educationally and socially successful as children raised by heterosexual parents.
Professor Michael Wald on assesing the claim that it is better for children to be raised
by twoopposite-sex married parents wrote:"[T]he evidence does not support these claims."
In 1995, the American Psychological Association (APA) issued a statement indicating that, based upon the available scientific data, children raised by lesbian and gay parents are not "disadvantaged in any significant respect relative to the children of heterosexual parents." American Psychological Association, Lesbian and Gay Parenting: A Resource for Psychologists (1995) (available at http://www.apa.org/pi/parent.html).
The American
Academy of Pediatrics wrote:That the weight of evidence gathered during several decades using diverse samples and methodologies is persuasive in demonstrating that there is no systematic difference between gay and nongay parents in emotional health, parenting skills, and attitudes towards parenting
However, the institute also claim that:
Stephen Nock on reviewing hundreds of studies wrote:Through this analysis I draw my onclusions that 1) all of the articles I reviewed contained at least one fatal flaw of design or execution; and 2) not a single one of those studies was conducted according to general accepted standards of scientific research
The Iona Institute wrote:Design flaws researchers have found in these studies include very basic limitations:
a. No nationally representative sample. Even scholars enthusiastic about unisex parenting, such as Stacey and Biblarz, acknowledge that "there are no studies of child development based on random, representative samples of [same-sex couple] families."
b. Limited outcome measures. Many of the outcomes measured by the research are unrelated to standard measures of child well-being used by family sociologists (perhaps because most of the researchers are developmental psychologists, not sociologists).
c. Reliance on maternal reports. Many studies rely on a mother's report of her parenting skills and abilities, rather than objective measures of child outcomes.
d. No long-term studies. All of the studies conducted to date focus on static or short-term measures of child development. Few or none follow children of unisex parents to adulthood.
But perhaps the most serious methodological critique of these studies, at least with reference to the family structure debate, is this: The vast majority of these studies compare single lesbian mothers to single heterosexual mothers. As sociologist Charlotte Patterson, leading researcher on gay and lesbian parenting, recently summed up, "[M]ost studies have compared children in divorced lesbian mother-headed families with children in divorced heterosexual mother-headed families."
Most of the gay parenting literature thus compares children in some fatherless families to children in other fatherless family forms. The results may be relevant for some legal policy debates (such as custody disputes) but, in our opinion, they are not designed to shed light on family structure per se, and cannot credibly be used to contradict the current weight of social science: family structure matters, and the family structure that is most protective a child well-being is the intact, married biological family.
Children do best when raised by their own married mother and father.
As I am not a psychologist, I was hoping that the people here would know more about the subject. I guess the questions that I would like answered are the following:
1) Are the objections that are used to discredit the studies that have been done on people reared in same-sex partnerships as opposed to heterosexual partners valid?
2) Are there more studies which have focused on the effect of the sexuality of the parent as opposed to the effect of the family structure?
3) Are children harmed in any way, however small, by having homosexual parents? If so, can you provide proof?


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Every good story begins with a problem. If there is no problem, there is no happy ending, no hero to save the day, and really no point to the story at all. Tuesday night, we talked about the importance of storytelling. Our minds are wired to relate more with emotion then factual evidence. "A lot of early startups are investing in you, over your idea," said Jay Sherer, '07. Tuesday, we were able to hear from a true storyteller, Jennifer Vassel ('18), who emotionally connected with the judges so well, it won her third place in the Zuventurez PITCH competition in 2016. Here is her story:
Many years ago, Jennifer discovered she faced a problem many girls of all ages also faced in our society: an insecurity about their body. At seven years old, Jennifer noticed that the birthmark she had on her back, set her apart from other girls her age. All through high school, she tried to cover it up with makeup or clothes, but nothing could cover up the insecurity she faced underneath the surface. In college, she realized that shaming her body for something that made her unique was hurting her more then exposing her birthmark would. She decided to write a children's book, to show girls that there is no reason to feel insecure about their uniqueness, and titled her book "I am Unique!" Her book was published, and it did not take long before it started inspiring others. "When people share their stories, you realize you're not alone in the journey," she stated. Jennifer has seen the way her book, and the main character Erin, were a leading example to girls older and younger. She plans to continue to write more books to create a series that girls can connect to as well. However that's not "The End" for Jennifer and "I am Unique!" She hopes that "I am Unique!" and Erin can grow into something bigger than books, by eventually becoming dolls, notebooks, and maybe even a movie. The options are endless for Jennifer and Erin, and we're excited to see their happily ever after.
The strategy behind connecting emotionally to the judges, we found out, wasn't really a strategy at all. "I was sharing my story. I was being completely vulnerable," she stated. You are doing more than pitching an idea, you are telling a story. Our judges want to hear a compelling problem and they want to hear that you have an impactful solution. Everyone's story is unique, and we want to hear yours!
Jennifer Vassel has inspired many women, young and old. If you would like to purchase her book and offer your support, click the link below:


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We won a competitive pitch against some of the world's leading commercial production companies to produce these four fantastic films for Lenor. Working directly with the ECDs at Grey Düsseldorf, Mark Hendy and Neil Elliot, and alongside Grey Producer Nina Köhler, the films mark the launch of a brave new approach by the fabric softener brand.
Mark and Neil wrote the fantastic poems and we chose Joe Roberts to direct the spots and Steve Ackroyd at Final Cut in London to show off his brilliant creative editing skills on this unique and ground-breaking project. No one has ever cleared such a vast amount of material from so many film makers for this kind of project.
This was certainly a challenge and each shot was painstakingly chosen to bring Mark and Neil's Odes to Clothes to life.


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Recommendation: this product performs best when used continually. (recommended for darkened mature skin)
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Sure, it would have been nicer to wake up to a roaring downpour with the wind driving the rain against the bedroom windows, but maybe that's being saved for Thursday. Today we had light rain and pretty cold but not quite nastily so.
Of course nobody showed up, just myself and Kevin. No records broken, either fast or slow. Easy 37 minute ride to the top and the chance to actually talk a bit on the way up. Kevin started out pretty slowly (apparently didn't sleep well) but picked up the pace as we headed up the hill. NOBODY out there. No cyclists I mean. A few cars, one runner. Actually we did see someone commuting north on Canada Road at the start; curiously not someone we'd seen before (on an older blue LeMond bike). Not on Strava either.
It was about 42 at the start, dropping gradually as we climbed Kings, bottoming out around Skeggs at 37 degrees. Had it been raining really hard, that might not have been too comfortable; anything below 40 in a really soaking rain is generally not a lot of fun. But this was light rain and not an issue. Still, it was more fun on the flats and climbs than on the descents.
Thursday should be more fun. Forecast is for a steady rain, moderate winds. We'll be ready.


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Amber Here!
Happy Almost Thanksgiving!? Is that a thing?
(And btw how is it Thanksgiving time already? Next thing you know it will be Christmas! I swear someone pushed the fast forward button on the calendar.)
Well to celebrate this tangential holiday I give you a beer…..mystery review!
Hope you guys enjoy reading reading it, and don't forget to check out this week's installment in Finder Of Lost Things! This week Morticia (aka Phoebe) meets the Lavender Lady!
Oh and if you like listening to podcasts and drinking beer check out the Pico Dudes! A couple of home brewers who brew & then review their beers (with hilarious results).
Ellie Alexander – Death On Tap
When I was a kid, my family would head over to my grandparent's house for burgers and fries every Saturday night. And every Saturday night unlabeled, blue capped, brown bottles of beer would be ingested by my grandfather and any other adult who wanted one. I thought the no label thing was weird, but since I wasn't allowed to drink it, the question didn't bother me often. Eventually, I did ask why my grandfather why his bottles didn't look like the ones I saw in the store. That's when he took me downstairs into the basement and showed me his homebrew & bottling set up.
Trying to instill the passion for homebrewing into me early, we brewed several batches of root beer together. Unfortunately for my grandfather, I was (and am) a cream soda & sarsaparilla girl and my attention soon wandered onto other unsolved mysteries in my universe.
I'd completely forgotten about this early episode of my life until I read Ellie Alexander's Death On Tap! Then it all came flooding back to me, the light turquoise wall, buckets, tubes, yeasty smell and stacks of brown bottles in the corner of the laundry room. So I must thank the author for helping me recall good times with my grandparent!
Now, why did this mystery remind me of my grandfather's beer (which FYI I never got a taste of, because he stopped brewing by the time I was old enough to drink)?
The clue is in the title of the book.
This cozy mystery is set around the word of brewing, both macro & microbreweries, hops, and beer. Which really works, since the book is set in Leavenworth, Washington where Octoberfest is bigger than Christmas (but not by much)! So it's easy to meld the brewing theme in without distracting the reader from the mystery, which is the most important part.
Now here's the thing, it doesn't matter if you're into beer or not (I'm a vodka & juice box girl myself) because Alexander gets just technical enough to keep a brew enthusiast interested while not boring the pants off non-brewer cozy aficionados. Plus after reading so many cozies themed with – books, baking and candlestick making (okay I made up that last one – I liked the rhythm of it), it's nice to read a mystery which deals with a different kind of craft!
I also appreciate the deftness which Death On Tap deals with a cheating husband (and the complications which arise from said deed), motherhood (and trying to stay adult about the aforementioned zipper challenged spouse with your kid), a new job (because working at the family business, even if you love his parents to pieces, is out of the question since the ex and his partner The Beer Wench both work there) and solving a mystery (aka clearing your ex-husband's name, despite what he did)!
Plus I was pleasantly surprised with the complex layering of mysteries which Alexander was able to achieve in just one book – while still hoodwinking the reader and having them make complete sense in the end!
Death On Tap is a well written themed mystery which I would recommend to anyone looking to read a mystery on the lighter side to escape (for even a moment) from these uncertain times. The characters are well rounded, the plot's engrossing and the beer isn't overwhelming. In fact, after I finished the first book, I went immediately out and purchased the second installment, The Pint of No Return.
That's how much I enjoyed it.


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Irish Potato Famine Exhibition Tickets
The Irish Potato Famine was the most catastrophic event in Ireland's turbulent history. It is also regarded as being one of the worst Famines in history, considering deaths as a proportion to population. The use of the word 'Famine' in this context is controversial, for Ireland at the time was part of the richest Empire in the World, the British Empire. There was sufficient food in the country throughout the 'Famine' years, yet over a million people died from starvation and disease, and millions more were forced to flee. Some historians prefer to use the name 'Great Hunger' to describe this period of mass death from starvation and disease.
This exhibition tells the story of what happened during those horrific years through rare 19th century photographs, witness accounts, contemporary sketches as well as maps and statistical information.
This exhibition is dedicated to all victims of the Irish Potato Famine.


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May 2012
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May 2012
8th Anniversary winners
Barb $25.00 Gift Certificate
Cindy Michigan Basket
James Tea Basket
Kay Mini Cod Liver Oil
Monty Mini Cod Liver Oil
Monroe Happenings:
Things are changing at Health Matters
This is the second month with new e-mail and newsletter distribution. With the help of Rob from Gessner Technical Services this month's newsletter should be on time.
Health and nutrition consultations with Maurine are now ½ hours consultation $30.00; 1 hour consultation $50.00.
Solid State Energy Work-Initial consultation 1 ½ hour $125.00; weekly follow up consultation 15-30 minutes $25.00; for more information or to make appointment call Maurine 734-240-2786
Live Blood Analysis coming soon
Medication Drop Off –Mercy Memorial Hospital May 5
Great Starts Kid Walk Downtown Monroe May 16
Family Farms Coop orders due May 23 at noon; Pickup May 25 Southgate 2:30-3:30
Yoga with Shannon: Saturday sessions Christ Lutheran Church 8:15-9:15 AM
Check facebook at yoga Shannon McElvany for schedule at other locations.
Community Education Classes at Health Matters: Sign up for classes through Monroe Community Education 734-265-4950
Growing Healthy Kids May 14 6:30-8:00
Introduction to Homeopathy May 21 6:30-7:30
Health Matters Calendar e-mailed upon request or pick up copy at the store
Healthy Happenings: Healthy Digestion
These times have been very tough on digestion. Whether from anxiety from the latest news reports, political ads, job losses, medical bills or our poor eating habits it seems like an epidemic of digestive issues. We all know someone who lives with constant reflux (GERD), constipation and/or diarrhea, excessive amount of intestinal gas. What is happening? I just finished an article by Nora T. Gedgaudas that points the finger at gluten. Geduaudas reports gluten sensitivity or celiac disease is diagnosed in one in every two hundred people. Some researchers have recently hypothesized that the number may be closer to one in thirty. Gluten can affect all organ systems (including your heart, brain, and kidneys). Maybe this is at least one of the issues related to the increase in depression, anxiety and ADHD. Gluten can also be looked upon as a"gateway food sensitivity." Which may lead to autoimmune disorders, researchers reported "autoimmune disorders occur 10 times more commonly in celiac disease than in the general population." So what can we do today? When customers come in with digestive problems we have them eliminate wheat and other wheat products from their diets. I learned several years ago that in the 1950's scientists hybridized wheat to make it grow faster and in doing so increased the gluten (think GLUE) content by 500%. But it is not easy; however, several customers have reported a significant improvement. When you decide to eliminate wheat for 4-6 weeks you should notice a difference. Gedguaudas recommends strict elimination for 6 to 8 months. If digestion does not improve eliminating other forms of gluten may be necessary. Be aware that when people chose to replace wheat with gluten free packaged products nutrition is compromised. Customers find eating protein, natural milk, eggs, yogurt, vegetables, seeds, nuts and a small amount of fruit makes the transition easier.
Supplements-Look for supplements that are gluten free
Digestive enzymes containing protease (at least 20,000 H.U.T.), aylase, and lipase
Essential Fatty Acids (EFA) a combination of fish, cod liver oils and flax is good to reduce inflammation in the GI tract.
Probiotic (good bacteria) with a minimum of two to six billion cultures
Fiber supplement with a balance of both soluble and insoluble fibers
Herbs such as slippery elm, marshmallow, and fennel seeds
L-Glutamine powder 10,000-20,000 mg once a day on an empty stomach to help rebuild the mucosal lining
Quality multivitamin taken at least two times a day
Antioxidant supplement including Vitamin C 1,000-3,000mg daily, Vitamin A 10,000 I.U. daily (naturally occurring in Cod Liver Oil); and zinc 30-60mg with meals
Raw apple cider vinegar-Donna Gates, author of Body Ecology Diet, recommends sipping 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar in a glass of warm water while eating protein to stimulate the body's production of hydrochloric acid for digestion
Contact your pharmacist regarding any potential vitamin/drug interactions. Notify physician regarding any alternative remedies.
Raw cow & goat milk and Amish grass fed meat www.familyfarmscooperative.com or call 1-269-476-8883
Door to Door Organics www.doortodoororganics.com
Local Fruit & Yogurt Smoothies or Organic Vegetables Juices-Small $4.50; Large $5.50
Guernsey Ice Cream with organic cones-$1.50
Store News:
Store Spotlight: Taking orders for organic herbs and vegetable plants from Whole Foods Market.
United Natural Foods Special Orders: Due May 23, 2012
Bridge Cards accepted at the store.
Local Delivery to shut-ins available
Family Discount Day: Every Wednesday get 5% off of entire order.
Free Muscle Testing
Maurine is available for Natural Health, Solid State Energy Work, & Nutritional
Consultations by appointment
Save the Earth Tip
Vinegar for fighting germs
Cleaning fruits and vegetables with 1 part vinegar and 3 parts water; scrub produce with a brush; and simply rinse with clean water. This method removes 98% of bacteria.
Vinegar as a disinfectant with hydrogen peroxide (the 3 percent solution) used to disinfect raw meats, cutting boards and other cutting surfaces this method is more effective than chlorine bleach or any commercially available kitchen cleaner.
Recipe of the Month:
Organic Granola
Organic Cinnamon Walnut Granola Organic Maple Pecan Granola
1 ½ cup organic old fashioned oats 1 ½ cup organic old fashioned oats
2 tablespoons organic ground flax 2 tablespoons organic ground flax
¼ cup organic unsweetened coconut 1/3 cup pecans chopped
1 teaspoon organic cinnamon ¼ cup Michigan maple syrup
¼ cup walnuts chopped
¼ cup local honey
Preheat oven to 350 degrees
Mix together oats, flax, coconut or cinnamon, if using, nuts
Mix in honey or maple syrup
Spread granola on a rimmed baking pan lined with parchment paper
Bake 9-12 minutes; stirring every 3 minutes, until golden brown.
Store granola in refrigerator for freshness.
I add 1 tablespoon granola to plain yogurt or use as breakfast cereal replacement.
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