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Sunday, December 26, 2010
Slippers from Sister T and Snowman Block is Finished
How darn cute are these! They even match my Santa jammies.
I also finished Mr. Snowman this weekend. Now I just have to decide what to do with him. I am liking this Christmas chair back option.
I would have to make 5 more of them so all six of my dining room chairs could be covered. Tons of work, but at least I would have a finished item that I could use. And the polka dots would be oh, so chic with my holiday jammies! :)
Hey, Patti, your blueberry french toast recipe was a big hit at Christmas brunch with the inlaws. Host brother-in-law and a number of other attendees said it was delicious! I thought it was, too.
I made myself a little collage so I can remember just what I did in case they request it for our next holiday brunch. Thanks again for emailing me that recipe!
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LOVE your slippers and Mr Snowman is terrific!!! You would become my new heroine if you do go ahead and decide to make 5 or 5 more!!!! Your day sounds nice - GOOD FOR YOU!ReplyDelete
- AnonymousSun Dec 26, 08:01:00 PM 2010
I think we all need that recipe - looks yummy!ReplyDelete
Zoey, those chair covers are great. You could make one a month and your would be finished by next Christmas. I loe your slippers!ReplyDelete
Nice job on Mr. Snowman!ReplyDelete
You do look comfy in your new slippers-such a crafty family.
Blueberries are good, but I don't cook too much with them as they don't like me. ; )
You asked what a 'Shaker' weight is-I'm taking you haven't seen the infommercials? It looks like a bar bell and the middle part shakes. I think Sean had himself in mind when he bought that as a gift for us!
Lovin' those slippers..what a great match to your jammies Zoey.ReplyDelete
Blueberry french toast looks yummy:)
Zoey, the slippers look so nice and warm and cozy. I love the chair cover, absolutely adorable!ReplyDelete
Those slippers are the cutest! I got a pair of slippers too...Homer Simpson ones :-)ReplyDelete
Merry Christmas!
Love those slippers....and in your color too. I guess I'll have to try that recipe...looks delish. One chair cover a month...like Eileen suggested. BalishaReplyDelete
Sounds like you had a great Christmas! I usually get to relax on Christmas afternoon for a couple hours, after I clean up from Christmas Eve and morning! Love the snowman chair cover! Adorable1 JeanReplyDelete
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AUSTIN (Nexstar) — As state lawmakers commit to adjusting the public school finance system in Texas, a push for 'school choice' — using public education money to pay for other forms of education services — is fading.
Advocates for school choice rallied at the Texas State Capitol Wednesday, drawing hundreds, but the crowd was noticeably smaller than the 2017 version, which featured Gov. Greg Abbott and Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick. This year's event featured Texas Republican Sen. Ted Cruz, the state's Land Commissioner George P. Bush and the country's Assistant Secretary of Elementary and Secondary Education, Frank Brogan, representing the Department of Education.
"Every child learns differently and if we can put them in the right educational fit they are going to become lovers of learning and they are going to thrive in school and that's really what we want for our kids," Alicia Girodano, a former teacher, said at the rally.
Giordano, who is a mother of three, has one child in public school, one in private school, and one in charter school. "I never really thought that I would ever send my kids to anything else besides public school," said Giordano, who moved to Houston from New York ten years ago.
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Giordano added: "You can't expect every school to be able to meet every child needs and for me finding a school for kids with language-based learning disabilities that use research based instructions for kids with dyslexia was very important."
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick lamented on Tuesday that the Senate passed legislation focusing on 'school choice' but that it died in the House. "A parent with a child with a disability, who can't afford a private option, shouldn't be locked into a school that can't help them," he told reporters. "It's not the school's fault, not every teacher is equipped to do that."
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Under new House leadership, using public dollars to fund private schools lacks support. New Speaker Dennis Bonnen, an Angleton Republican, said there was not support for that in the House. "I'm not going to force my position on the House but it is very clear there is nowhere near the votes for vouchers," Bonnen said at a Texas Tribune event.
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One of the most challenging aspects of working with people's finances is helping them prepare for retirement.
When someone strides into the conference room and tells me that they'd like to work for the next year or so then retire, the increase in pressure in the room is palpable. In an ideal situation, we would prefer that people start to prepare for their retirement with 15 or 20 years, or more, to make great plans for the future. Yet, when we're facing that small number of months instead of years, the pressure to do it right remains immense.
When people arrive in the office with a short time span to plan, it's likely because they're not emotionally ready to talk about retirement. Furthermore, these tend to be situations where there's conflict between the spouses about what their financial life is going to look like. So, in terms of emotional preparedness and creating harmony in your household, we would like to recommend a few things to help you avoid making significant mistakes planning for your retirement.
Talk about real estate + downsizing
This topic is more than just discussing whether or not you plan on staying in your family home or trying to factor in the cost of downsizing in the future. What is really involved here is the emotional aspect of dealing with a real estate change in retirement. This process is about going through the discussion while trying to figure out where and how you would like to live your life beyond the working years. We find that frequently people aren't having these discussions. We wish people would take the time to unravel the challenges of picking a destination to live in that is cost effective versus one that is close to children/grandchildren or trying to maintain the status quo with their current living situation. For every couple, there is a myriad of situations that could come out of a real estate discussion and in order to prepare for retirement, we need to get an idea of what the plan would look like so we can figure out the finances to make it happen.
Not planning for the unexpected + not factoring in inflation
Some people come in to our office ready for retirement and have an idea of what their future budget may look like. We always appreciate that level of thought and dialogue as we try to help families achieve their retirement dreams. Yet, we find most plans do not include unexpected costs. By that, I mean there's no budget item for appliance replacement and repair, automobile repair and maintenance, or even more significant items like roof repairs that could greatly impact your long-term financial projections, so be sure to consider these costs.
When we see people coming in with their projections, we also rarely see an appropriate inflation factor. If you remember, inflation is the cost living that goes up year over year. What most people don't know is that if we have a 3% rate of inflation over a 20 year period of time, your expenses in retirement go up by nearly double. However, many people believe that we don't have inflation problems today because prices on some items, such as technology, haven't gone up all that much. For example, it was common 10 years ago to spend $2,000 on a computer. Today, you still spend $2,000 but on a much more powerful computer. The same can be said for television prices. Yet in retirement, the things that you'll be using and consuming on a regular basis do tend to have higher inflation than things like technology, so it's critical to have inflation as a component of your retirement expenses.
If you're looking for examples of how the cost of living has gone up and will continue to go up during your retirement years, look at these figures:
As you can see, these things have tripled in price over 40 years and you're going to need to have a budget that reflects these increases.
Not planning on a long enough life + underestimating long-term care expenses
We find that people are unrealistic with forecasting the length and quality of their life in retirement. Would it surprise you to know how often people come in assuming that they're going to live as long as their parents lived? On the flip side, we also have heard many times from very healthy clients in their 80s that they never thought they would live this long. Frankly, most people just believe when they get sick, they're going to die right away, but that's not necessarily the case. In fact, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services says that approximately 70% of people over the age of 65 will require some degree of long-term care services during their lifetime. Per the study, this includes basic daily living activities like bathing, dressing, eating, every day chores like cleaning your house, etc. We work hard to help our clients craft plans that take into consideration living a very long life because running out of money in your late 80s or early 90s makes it a rather difficult situation to go out there, get a new job and start working at that point in your life.
Counting on NOT working during retirement
We often see people that have the expectation they're going to stop working completely in retirement, have no source of income and need to immediately start drawing down their savings swiftly. Traditional retirement used to mean a permanent exit from the workforce. Now, we're seeing a growing trend of retirees continuing to work. Key findings from a study done by the University of Michigan show that 57% of men and 54% of women left their full-time job for a bridge job at or about the time they were prepared to retire. Essentially what this means is that more and more people are able to gain a sense of retiring early and spending more time away from the office at an earlier age. When clients do transition themselves into this kind of work, it relieves substantial pressure on their financial plan. Our own experience with clients who do this is that they tend to be the ones who are more energetic and plugged into the world.
Helping adult children
Nothing can destroy a good financial plan like the unexpected task of helping your children or even grandchildren. It's one thing to work hard to manage your own finances and successfully save over a lifetime, but it's quite another to have to plan for others. We see parents paying for their adult children's cell phones and helping them with mortgage payments, car payments and major expenses like insurance loss or theft. This happens more often than not and many times because clients aren't realistic about their children's financial situations and get caught off guard coming out of pocket. The reality is you may need to work these expenses into your retirement plan. So, take a good look at how your children are really doing financially and be honest with the likelihood that you may need to help them out.
In summary, we are delighted when people are ready and willing to have the discussion about what retirement is going to look like. The more prepared you are for that conversation, the better and easier it will go. Hopefully after reading through these items, you will start to think about circumstances you may not have accounted for when planning for your retirement. In the end, what we all want to happen is for people to have a well-designed plan that accounts for contingencies and will work in any economic environment. Addressing these issues will help you be best prepared for just about anything.


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When a kitty has oral disease, it generally has one of four causes:
- Periodontal (gum) disease
- Oral cancer (especially squamous cell carcinoma)
- Feline stomatitis (an autoimmune disorder that causes painful inflammation of the mouth, throat or pharynx)
- Tooth resorption
Tooth resorption is also referred to as cervical line lesions, resorptive lesions, feline odontoclastic resorptive lesions (FORLs), and (inaccurately) cavities. Of the four major feline oral diseases, tooth resorption is the most common. Estimates are the condition affects between about 30 to 40 percent of healthy adult cats, and from 60 to 80 percent of kitties who visit the vet for treatment of dental disease.
Feline tooth resorption was documented as early as the 1920's, but it has increased significantly in domestic cats since the 1960's. This timing would seem to point to the involvement of feeding, vaccination and /or neutering practices in the development of the disease. Purebred kitties, especially Persians and Siamese, may be more prone to the condition than other cats.
Tooth Resorption
Resorption is the process by which a structure loses substance and is eventually remodeled. Tooth resorption is the gradual destruction of a tooth or teeth caused by cells called odontoclasts. Tooth resorption usually starts on the outside of a tooth at the gum line. The condition is most common in premolars in the lower jaw, but can occur in any tooth.
If the resorption is obvious, it often looks as though gum tissue is growing over or into the tooth. It can also appear there is a hole in the tooth, which is why the condition is sometimes referred to as a cavity. In fact, cavities are extremely rare in companion animals, especially cats. Less visible resorptions can be found using magnification devices and lighting once the cat is anesthetized and immobile. But tooth resorption under the gum line must be diagnosed via dental x-rays.
Tooth resorption is a progressive disease which typically first erodes the cementum, or surface layer of the root, and the dentin, which is the hard tissue just below the enamel of the tooth. It then moves into the center of the tooth and the pulp, which is comprised of living connective tissue and cells. The resorption process continues into the fluid-filled dentinal tubules, tiny channels that spread outward through the dentin to the cementum. Finally, the enamel is resorbed, which can cause the tooth to fracture and/or remodel into a lump on the gum line. Resorbed cementum and dentin is replaced with hard, bone-like tissue.
As you might guess, feline tooth resorption is a painful condition. However, many cats show no obvious signs of pain unless and until a lesion is actually touched. Sometimes an affected cat will drool, have bleeding from the mouth, or difficulty eating. Occasionally there can also be vomiting of unchewed food, behavior changes and bad breath. But it is most often up to an observant pet owner or a veterinarian to diagnose tooth resorption in a kitty.
Stages of Tooth Resorption
There are five stages of tooth resorption. These are:
- Stage 1 – Mild dental hard tissue loss, either cementum alone or cementum and enamel. In this stage of the disease, a defect in the tooth's enamel is all that is usually noted. There is little to no sensitivity because the resorption has not yet reached the dentin.
- Stage 2 – Moderate dental hard tissue loss including cementum or cementum and enamel, and loss of dentin that has not yet reached the pulp cavity.
- Stage 3 – Deep dental hard tissue loss including cementum or cementum and enamel, and loss of dentin that extends to the pulp chamber. At this third stage of disease, most of the tooth is still viable.
- Stage 4 – Extensive dental hard tissue loss and most of the tooth has lost its integrity. A significant amount of the tooth's hard structure has been destroyed. Stage 4 has three sub-categories: 4a (crown and root of tooth are equally affected), 4b (crown is more severely affected than the root), and 4c (root is more severely affected than the crown).
- Stage 5 – Only remnants of the tooth remain, covered by gum tissue. The majority of the tooth has been resorbed, leaving only a raised area on the gum.
Treatment of Feline Tooth Resorption
Extraction of a tooth undergoing resorption is the only treatment for the condition (unless the resorption has reached stage 5 and no inflammation is present). Extraction can be a tricky procedure to perform because affected teeth are usually quite fragile and often fracture and splinter during removal. X-rays should be taken to visualize fractured tooth fragments. The entire tooth and all fragments must be removed to prevent infection or other problems. Many kitties with tooth resorption also have feline stomatitis. In these pets, it is extremely important to remove all remnants of the tooth structure to prevent further immune system stimulation and painful oral inflammation.
Not every veterinary practice is equipped to deal with tooth resorptions. Dental x-ray and adequate surgical magnification equipment is necessary, as is proper training. If your pet is diagnosed with tooth resorption, you should insure your vet's office is properly equipped and staffed to treat the disease. If not, you should request a referral to a specialist.
The exact cause of feline tooth resorption is still a mystery. And once a tooth resorption has been identified in your cat's mouth, unfortunately, it's very common for additional teeth to suffer the same fate. If your kitty has been diagnosed with tooth resorption, I recommend twice yearly dental checkups to screen for additional lesions. I also recommend you do regular at-home wellness exams, paying special attention to your cat's teeth and gums.
A study published several years ago in the Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association on the prevalence and risk factors for feline tooth resorption reported the following results:
Compared with cats without oral lesions, cats with oral lesions were more likely to be older, female, taking medications, drinking city (vs well) water, and playing less often with toys. In addition, cats without oral lesions were more likely to have owners who cleaned their teeth daily or twice a week and to be fed diets with higher magnesium, calcium, phosphorus, and potassium contents.
Clearly, the potential for tooth resorption is another excellent reason to develop the habit of brushing your cat's teeth.
For more information and instruction on how to clean those tiny choppers, you can view my getting started video. You can also take a look at this in-depth video, which includes a 4-week training program.
Feeding your kitty balanced, raw, species-appropriate nutrition is another way to help prevent dental disease. When your cat gnaws on raw meat, it acts as both a toothbrush and floss. Homemade meals also give you control over the nutrients your pet is getting.
Cats can't produce vitamin D in the skin, so diet is their only source of it. Since there are no upper limits on the amount of vitamins pet food manufacturers can include in their formulas, there are excessive amounts of vitamin D and vitamin D metabolites in some commercial cat food formulas. In recent years, at least one study has shown cats with tooth resorption have a significantly higher serum concentration of 25-hydroxyvitamin D (25OHD) than cats without lesions. Studies on laboratory animals show that excess dietary vitamin D and vitamin D metabolites cause changes to dental and gum tissue that in many ways resemble the changes seen in cats with tooth resorption. Kitties with tooth resorption also had significantly lower urine specific gravity, which is a marker for a number of disorders including hyperthyroidism, diabetes and kidney disease. Studies have shown excessive amounts of vitamin D and its metabolites are associated with soft tissue mineralization and renal disease.
This article was republished with permission. Dr. Becker is the resident proactive and integrative wellness veterinarian of HealthyPets.Mercola.com. You can learn holistic ways of preventing illness in your pets by subscribing to MercolaHealthyPets.com, an online resource for animal lovers. For more pet care tips, subscribe for FREE to Mercola Healthy Pet Newsletter.
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Ingrid King is an award-winning author, former veterinary hospital manager, and veterinary journalist who is passionate about cats.


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After making headlines with her impressive presentation at the International Olympic Committee session to support Pyeongchang's bid to host the 2018 Winter Olympics, figure skating champion Kim Yu-na remains the talk of the town, this time with the fashion she sported during her trip.
Commentators have been eagerly discussing what she wore at Gimpo Airport on June 27, in the General Assembly of the Association of National Olympic Committees of Africa in Lome, Togo, and in the final presentation in Durban, South Africa on Wednesday.
"Kim Yu-na's Pyeongchang fashion" became a popular search term on the Internet on Thursday and netizens have posted messages praising her look. Some were quick to discover the brands, which has boosted sales. In the past, Kim has favored casual clothes, but now she plumbs for a mature black-and-white look.
Kim's new style was in fact a painstakingly assembled patriotic look. "Kim wanted to wear Korean brands as she was representing the country," Kim's stylist Regina Suh said. A black cape jacket and sleeveless dress she wore during the final presentation in Durban were designed by Jung Kuho, the creative director at Cheil Industries.
The company says the jacket was not intended for the shops, but since there have been so many inquiries, it could mass-produce it after all. Kim completed her look with low-to-medium-price Korean brands. The white blouse with a big ribbon she wore in Togo was made by Compagnia, and the white T-shirt she wore at Gimpo by Plastic Island.
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Bea Pernia finds inspiration in everyday life. She particularly appreciates functionality merged with design. "The perfect environment should engage all the senses and help people slow down and admire their surroundings, even in our fast-paced, overstimulated world." On the residential side, her style is Organic Modern. "It's inviting, elegant and playful," she says. "I like to use a neutral color palette, clean aesthetic, organic shapes, layers of textiles, and bright accent pillows, art and wall décor. Natural plant life elevates the senses and brings the outdoors in." On the commercial side, last year a client invited her to design a restaurant in Tulum, Mexico. "The day I landed, I was informed that the project would now be a 16-Hectare, 65-room hotel: a complete blank canvas both beachfront and jungle-side," she says. "I was given two months to create a concept and design a grand entrance, lobby, restaurant, beach club, pool, yoga area, mezcal bar and communal spaces. My first reaction was to laugh, because I thought it was impossible, but I took the risk, even though I had multiple projects in Miami at the time! The Roc Luxe Tulum is now complete, and I look forward to it becoming a must-visit, celebrated destination." On the furniture design side, her new ATUS collection, inspired by Mother Nature, will be exhibited at Design Miami 2021; BeaInteriorsDesign.com.
Design Tip: "Bringing natural elements inside your home, using neutral palettes as a base, and incorporating earthy tones and organic shapes accented by bold colors will enhance the character of every space in your home."
Hobbies: "I love designing and creating new pieces of furniture and traveling to discover new places and absorb their traditions and cultures."
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Mar 4, 2020 04:12:28 PM by DeNeal F
Why Have I not been getting any responses to my proposals for over 2 months now? I've been sending proposals to people and have not gotten any type of response, like my messages aren't even being sent, like they're just being deleted after I press send. why is that? Why aren't you letting me speak with clients?
Mar 4, 2020 04:44:19 PM by Tonya P
Have you checked the job listings to see if the client has hired anyone or looked at the listing? How many proposals per listing have the jobs you've applied to received? Clients usually only contact a few applicants and there are a LOT of graphics people attempting to land those gigs. Check out the stats on the number of people who have Upwork accounts but have never been hired.
Mar 4, 2020 05:08:37 PM by DeNeal F
I check the old listings everytime I come back to send more proposals. At fear of getting "in trouble" I only send 2 or 3 proposals every couple days. If I wasn't scared, I'd send propoals everyday. The majority of them have hired someone, but...a lot seem like weird hirings. When I can check the freelancers, it's someone who does an artstyle completely different from what they asked for, I do the style they asked for. Or it's a 3ish star rating, complaining about a language barriar, yet I speak the language they do, so why pass me up for someone that you have a language barriar with, then complain about the quality of work they do?
Some of the jobs have a lot of propoals, 50, 20- 30, but most are reasonable 10-15. Yet there are those that have less than 5, including mine! Most of the ones with higher numbers, I sent my proposal when they were less than 5.
It's just weird, I know freelancing is up and down, but I'm not getting interviewed, not even getting declined. I've tried lower rates, extremely detailed propsals, casual proposals, professional tones, etc.
I checked my stats, it says I'm getting looked at, but idk. It feels like fourth quater 2019 i had a competitve skillset, then 2020, I've completely fallen to the bottom, suddenly.
I just wanted to know if there is something going on with my profile.
I've noticed most of the people i'm losing jobs to are from india, the middle east, south east asia, south america, but the people posting are from the US. I don't know if there has been a sudden influx of new freelancers from these countries in 2020.
Mar 4, 2020 05:22:27 PM by Tonya P
What did the clients who hired end up paying for their work? If you have better communication and produce better work, apply to gigs that are in a higher fee range. There are many writing gigs that I could do, but I won't for the price offered. So, those clients are not going to hire me.
Mar 4, 2020 05:29:36 PM by DeNeal F
I'm not sure of the freelancers hourly rates, but the final payment hourly is usually around $50, some in the $100+ range. As far as fixed, anywhere from $5 to over $100.


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Could it be?
With the possibility that Alistair Overeem is no longer eligible to compete for Ultimate Fighting Championship's (UFC) heavyweight title on May 26 in Las Vegas, any "big announcement" coming from a 265-pound fighter is worth paying attention to.
Even if it's from Tim Sylvia.
"The Maine-iac," who in recent weeks has resorted to begging his old boss for another crack at fame and fortune under the ZUFFA banner, will be a special guest at the upcoming Fight Night 2 event on April 14 in Biddeford, Maine. That's where he's expected to drop some major news regarding his fighting future.
Could Sylvia find himself plugging one of the massive holes created by Overeem's (expected) absence?
Stranger things have happened, but it's unlikely the New England mauler will participate in the upcoming UFC 146 "Heavyweight" fight card. Instead, look for his possible inclusion on a regional show scheduled for later this year.
From Tim-eh:
"I'm excited to be coming home to Maine in the next week or so... and I have a big announcement my fans won't want to miss!"
After an embarrassing knockout loss to geriatric pugilist Ray Mercer in 2009, Sylvia rebounded to win six of his next seven fights with five finishes. He most recently outpointed Andreas Kraniotakes at ProElite 2 last November, prompting him to declare he could defeat 80-percent of the current crop of UFC heavyweights.
UFC President Dana White insists that Sylvia is not only past his prime, but wasn't very good to begin with, having been champion when the promotion's 265-pound division was at its weakest. Still, that hasn't stopped "The Maine-iac" from getting into fighting shape, even going into BEAST MODE.
And desperate times call for desperate measures.
Alright Maniacs, you've heard the news. What should we expect from Tim Sylvia come April 14?


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The now-ubiquitous "distracted boyfriend meme" depicting a boyfriend staring back at another girl as he holds hands with his girlfriend, has been deemed sexist by a Swedish advertising watchdog.
The meme has been used in many, many versions of the same joke since around 2017, and a Wired article even traced its first use back to a Turkish Facebook group dedicated to prog rock. They also identified 45-year-old photographer Antonio Guillem as the person who took the stock photo.
It came to the attention of the Swedish watchdog group, when Swedish internet provider Bahnhof used the meme in a Facebook and Instagram post advertising job vacancies. The group Reklamombudsmannen then labeled the meme sexist.
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"The committee finds that the woman in red, who is in focus in the image, through the man's appreciative reaction is presented as a sex object," the advertising ombudsman Reklamombudsmannen said in its ruling.
The woman, the ombudsman continued, is shown as a sex object "unrelated to the advertisement" and also called the image "devaluing" to men.
"The presentation of the man — through the way he, while walking with his girlfriend — turns around looking at another woman — conveys a stereotypical picture of men looking at women as being interchangeable in the same way as a change of workplace."
However, while the organization can say that an ad is discriminatory, it can't impose sanctions or force the company to remove its post, CNN reports. The post has received heated reactions, both for and against the ad.
"If we're going to be punished," Bahnhof wrote, "it's for using a way too old and tired meme."


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There are 185 free agents at last count. That number will climb even further on Dec. 2, the deadline for teams to offer contracts to their arbitration-eligible players.
There are approximately 250 such players and a higher percentage than usual will be released as teams look for ways to carve even smaller salaries off their payroll given the financial uncertainty caused by the pandemic.
For all but the upper class of free agents, it will be a stressful period as teams use a flooded market to their advantage.
Several agents said this past week that teams are saying they're still working on what their payroll budget will be for 2021 and aren't yet engaging free agents.
Agents also won't have the usual opportunities to make a case in person for their clients with the GM meetings and winter meetings having been canceled because of the pandemic.
Both events typically helped facilitate transactions, with the GM meetings often serving as an information-gathering session for deals made at the winter meetings.
The GM meetings were to be Nov. 17-19 and the winter meetings Dec. 7-10. Both were replaced by video conferences for whatever league business needs to be handled.
As free agents settle in for what could be a long winter, the hope is there will be some teams that seize the opportunity to enhance their rosters.
At a time when some clubs will retrench, an ambitious team could invest heavily in free agents, reasoning that any short-term financial pain will be offset by the long-term benefits of having a contending team.
Under new owner Steve Cohen, the Mets are a prime candidate to be aggressive. The Angels, who are searching for a general manager, also are in win-now mode given that Mike Trout hasn't appeared in a playoff game since 2014.
The Blue Jays feel they are close to challenging for a division title after finishing only a game behind the Yankees. The White Sox are seen as a team willing to invest under 84-year-old owner Jerry Reinsdorf.
The Dodgers, who can be creative even after signing Mookie Betts, could chase a notable starter to bolster their rotation.
At a time when even big-market teams such as the Red Sox, Cubs, and Yankees have made deep staff cuts in baseball operations and the front office, the optics of signing a major free agent could be difficult. But business will get done.
Let's take a look at the top free agents at each position, and where the Red Sox could fit in with these players:
Starting pitchers
Trevor Bauer: A 1.73 ERA in the regular season followed by a brilliant playoff start propelled him into free agency. It's always about money in the end, but Bauer also will want an organization that will cater to his beliefs about pitching.
Marcus Stroman: The 29-year-old averaged 173 innings with a 3.86 ERA from 2016-19 before opting out of last season after recovering from a calf injury. It seems unlikely he'd take the $18.9 million qualifying offer from the Mets. But it might not be a bad idea given how that will dampen his value.
Kevin Gausman: He fit well with the Giants as a reclamation project, posting a 3.62 ERA. San Francisco is hopeful a deal can be made. Taking the qualifying offer would be a $9.9 million raise from last season.
Charlie Morton: The Rays took a pass on his $15 million option. Morton will be 37 this coming week and averaged 4⅓ innings in nine starts. Assuming he wants to pitch, a return to Tampa Bay is possible. Or maybe the Red Sox, given his relationship with Alex Cora.
Masahiro Tanaka: There's a deal to be made to stay with the Yankees. Tanaka is relentlessly reliable, but not at $23 million a year anymore.
Jake Odorizzi: A big winner for the Twins in 2019, he was held to four starts because of (non-arm) injuries last season. He won't lack for offers.
Red Sox outlook: For the moment, the Sox do not have a rotation beyond Nate Eovaldi. Chris Sale is not expected back until June; Eduardo Rodriguez is recovering from COVID-19; and Nick Pivetta and Tanner Houck are unproven.
Finding low-cost, short-term options should be easy. Pitchers such as Chris Archer, Tyler Chatwood, Anthony DeSclafani, J.A. Happ, Corey Kluber, Mike Minor, Jose Quintana, Robbie Ray, Garrett Richards, and Taijuan Walker would help fill the gaps.
How well the Sox judge the starter market will likely determine their success next season.
Relief pitchers
Liam Hendriks: The righthander has dominated for two seasons with a 1.79 ERA and 13.1 strikeouts per nine innings over 99 games and 110⅓ innings. He'll be one of the few relievers who gets paid.
Brad Hand: A durable lefty closer with a high strikeout rate seems like a prize, but the Indians chose a $1 million buyout instead of his $10 million option.
Trevor May: His 153 strikeouts over 113 innings the last three seasons, along with a 96-mile-per-hour fastball, will resonate with teams looking for a late-inning option.
Trevor Rosenthal: He missed 2018 recovering from Tommy John surgery, then had a rough 2019. The idea that pitchers come back better the second year after Tommy John held true as Rosenthal had a 1.90 ERA for Kansas City and San Diego with 14.5 strikeouts per nine innings.
Alex Colome: He has been a reliable closer for five years despite a modest strikeout rate. He allows contact but it doesn't do damage.
Red Sox outlook: It's hardly out of the question the Sox could non-tender erratic Matt Barnes and rebuild their bullpen with free agents. They ran a tryout camp last season and came with some possibilities in Phillips Valdez, Robert Stock, and maybe a few others.
Spending big on relievers is not something in Chaim Bloom's Tampa Bay DNA. But with so many notable players on the market — Pedro Baez, Shane Greene, Greg Holland, Brandon Kintzler, Jake McGee, Blake Treinen, etc. — they could find good values.
First base
Carlos Santana: He's entering his age-35 season and could be more of a designated hitter. But Santana can handle first and was a proven hitter before struggling last season.
Mitch Moreland: An .853 OPS the last two seasons as a platoon player makes him valuable. He took $3 million to stay with the Red Sox last season.
Red Sox outlook: Bobby Dalbec will get every chance to claim the position after putting up a .959 OPS in 23 games. Or maybe he ends up at third and Rafael Devers ends up at first. Either way, it's not a position of need.
Second base
DJ LeMahieu: He will not lack suitors after crushing it for two years with the Yankees. LeMahieu was a devotee to all things pinstriped in New York and there's a deal to be made for him to stay.
Kolten Wong: The Cardinals passed on a $12.5 million option for a Gold Glove winner. In an age where second base has become an offensive position, Wong's career .384 slugging percentage hurts his value.
Cesar Hernandez: The Phillies non-tendered Hernandez last year and he had .763 OPS with stellar defense for the Indians for a modest $6.2 million.
Red Sox outlook: The Sox need a second baseman unless you believe Christian Arroyo is more than a bench player. Wong would be a great fit.
Third base
Justin Turner: This is one of the few thin positions in free agency unless you want to wedge a utility player in the spot.
Turner will be 36 later this month but has maintained his offensive profile. The Dodgers will want to retain him on the right deal.
Red Sox outlook: Devers, now arbitration eligible, will get increasingly expensive. A 24-year-old with two kids is a prime candidate for an extension. He'll want to play for Cora, too.
Marcus Semien: His production plunged last season, but Semien is a year removed from finishing third in the MVP race. Being saddled with a qualifying offer hurts his value and increases the odds of staying in Oakland.
Didi Gregorius: A one-year, make-good deal in Philadelphia set Gregorius up for a good deal in free agency.
Andrelton Simmons: An elite defender who regressed a bit last season, Simmons is at best a league-average hitter.
Ha-Seong Kim: He's only 25 but has played seven seasons in South Korea and hits for power. Kim is an interesting player, but the only former KBO player to play shortstop in the majors was Jung Ho Kang, who was with the Pirates from 2015-19.
Red Sox outlook: They would seem set with Xander Bogaerts, especially now with Cora back.
J.T. Realmuto: This is one player who will defy the economy. Realmuto is clearly the best catcher in the game given his defensive ability and .825 OPS the last three seasons. He's in line for a nine-figure deal.
James McCann: He's a step down from Realmuto but has enough all-around ability to merit a multiyear contract.
Yadier Molina: He'll be 39 in July and at some point the Cardinals will have to gently prod him out the door, much like the Red Sox did with Jason Varitek. But another one-year deal seems likely.
Red Sox outlook: The Sox would appear set with Christian Vazquez and Kevin Plawecki. But Vazquez could be trade bait.
George Springer: An .899 OPS this past season eased any fears he's a product of knowing the signs. Springer is an all-around talent who has primarily been a right fielder but is comfortable in center. He'll land one of the best deals of the winter.
Michael Brantley: Can a four-time All-Star be underrated? Brantley has hit .304 with an .820 OPS since 2012. He'll be 34 in May, so a short-deal deal would fit. He'd be a great pickup as a left fielder for the Red Sox.
Jackie Bradley Jr.: Free agency will give everybody a good sense of his value. Bradley is the only true center fielder on the market, which will help. He'd fit with the Diamondbacks.
Red Sox outlook: Assuming Bradley departs, the Sox will need some outfield cover. Maybe somebody such as Robbie Grossman or Adam Eaton if they don't want to invest heavily.
Alex Verdugo or Andrew Benintendi can slide into center. They could platoon in one of the corners. There's well-placed optimism in Jarren Duran, but he had a .634 OPS in 82 games in Double A in 2019 and needs time in the minors.
Designated hitter
Marcell Ozuna: He can play the outfield. But Ozuna should be a DH and let the fireworks happen. He has a .348/.447/.665 line in 41 career starts as a DH.
Nelson Cruz: He's 40 but has a 1.020 OPS the last two seasons and is a leader with the Twins. Look for them to find a way to bring Cruz back.
Shin-Soo Choo: At 38, he can still hit (especially against righthanders) and even steal an occasional base.
Red Sox outlook: With J.D. Martinez around, the Sox are set at DH. Ozuna put on a show at Fenway Park last season, but two well-paid DH types in their 30s on the same roster doesn't really work.
Enrique Hernandez: His offense has fallen off the table the last two years, but Hernandez started games at five positions last season.
Tommy La Stella: He's bounded from the Cubs to the Angels and then the Athletics in the last three years while posting a .787 OPS.
Red Sox outlook: The Sox have Michael Chavis, Arroyo, and Yairo Munoz as utility types. Bloom values defensive versatility, but whatever bench additions they make figure to be budget signings.
What comes next for Cora?
The Red Sox need a bench coach and a bullpen coach now that Alex Cora is again the manager.
Carlos Febles or Ramon Vazquez moving up to bench coach would make a lot of sense. Febles has 904 games of minor league managerial experience and Vazquez will manage in Puerto Rico this winter. He has one season of minor league managing experience.
But you have to wonder if the Sox did all their legwork on Sam Fuld for no reason.
He has yet to take an on-field position since ending his playing career and a bench coach job would better position him for a managerial opening.
A few other observations about the Red Sox:
▪ The 2016 trade that sent Clay Buchholz to the Phillies for prospect infielder Josh Tobias saved the Sox $13.5 million. But it didn't produce much on the field for either team.
Buchholz made two starts before a season-ending injury and Tobias never made it beyond Triple A.
But it still could pay off for the Sox in a different way. Tobias, who turns 28 later this month, has given up playing and taken a pro scouting position with the team.
The Sox are doing a nice job creating opportunities for former players. Kyri Washington, 26, became a pro scout in February.
▪ The Sox have posted a job opening in their analytics department.
The qualifications include: a bachelor's degree in an analytical field such as statistics, predictive analytics, data science, engineering, applied math, physics, quantitative social sciences, computer science, computer vision, or operations research.
A master's, PhD, or equivalent experience in one of the aforementioned fields is preferred along with advanced understanding of statistical methods or machine learning techniques, proficiency with modern database technologies including SQL, demonstrated experience with programming languages (e.g., R or Python).
That's a baseball job these days.
▪ The Sox did not have a player selected for a Gold Glove or Silver Slugger. That had not happened since 2012, and before that 2000.
Extra bases
Former Red Sox officials Allard Baird and Jared Banner were among the executives cleaned out by the Mets on Friday when Steve Cohen became owner … Here's how good the Dodgers are: They won the World Series after letting go of two of the three American League Cy Young Award finalists. They traded Kenta Maeda to the Twins and let Hyun-Jun Ryu sign with the Blue Jays … Happy birthday to Jerry Remy, who is 68. The former Somerset High star turned a 10-year career in the majors into 33 years of calling games for NESN. Remy had seven career home runs in 4,455 career at-bats. But three of them came off Hall of Famers as he connected against Fergie Jenkins, Catfish Hunter, and Jack Morris in 1977.
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550 Years since the Return of Relics of St. Ivan of Rila to Rila Monastery in Bulgaria
Bulgaria's Rila Monastery on July 1 marks 550 years since the return of the relics of St. Ivan of Rila from the old capital of Veliko Turnovo to the Holy Monastery. The commemorative event took place in 1469. A lot of believers and pilgrims arrive from the country and abroad, some of whom came to the monastery days ago, writes BNT.
On October 19, 1238 the relics of Saint John of Rila were solemnly transferred to the then capital of Bulgaria, Veliko Turnovo, and put in a church dedicated to the saint. Then on July 1, 1469 the holy relics of Saint John were returned to the Rila monastery, where they rest to the present day, granting grace-filled help to all the believers.
Saint John of Rila is honoured as the patron saint of the Bulgarians and as one of the most important saints in the Bulgarian Orthodox Church. The name of the saint is related to a number of miracles. He was born in 876 and lived during the time of Bulgarian rulers Knyaz Boris I, Tsar Simeon the Great and Tsar Peter.
He is patron saint of numerous temples and monasteries in Bulgaria, among which he founded the Rila Monastery.
It is assumed that the saint was born around 876 in the village Skrino near today's town of Dupnitsa. As a youth he was a shepherd. He entered the monastery "St. Demetrius" in Vlahina, where he received training and took the monastic vows.
His goal was to dedicate his life to serving God
He was devoted to living in complete solitude, prayer, fasting and privation. He toured a lot of places around the Bulgarian territories, while settled in the Rila Mountains, where he remained until the end of his life and founded the eponymous monastery.
St. John of Rila died on 18 August, 946, and was buried in the narthex of the church of...
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How do you like to spend your time?
I like to spend my time writing songs, poems or whatever I'm thinking about at that time, whether I'm sad or happy. I like to listen to music, hang out or watch TV.
What is your favourite book?
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This picture evoked such a beautiful image of love and connection expressed in union. I hope you have a beautiful Valentines Day whether you are celebrating alone and your own hearts desires or if you are with your special sweetheart. I'm sending love and cupid to those of you who have had to endure a time in our lives where you can't get out and meet people and hope that you can resume some sense of normalacy in the dating world. Keep the faith and trust our days ahead will be brighter and you will soon be back in the world of being in the world and dating.
A special thanks to Jason for again the gift of his incredible photography.
Keep the Faith and love all around to all of you, especially my sweetheart, devoted husband, best friend and lover,
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From Consortium News
Russian President Vladimir Putin laying a wreath at Russia's Tomb of the Unknown Soldier on May 8, 2014, as part of the observance of the World War II Victory over Germany.
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In February, the Obama administration announced that it was quadrupling funding for a major increase in NATO troops and weaponry in the countries of Eastern Europe on the border with Russia. Diplomatic relations have faltered between the two countries over Syria.
And the corporate media in the U.S. and U.K. have again stepped up their demonization of all things Vladimir Putin -- he's corrupt, he personally orders hits on people, is facilitating war crimes in Aleppo, and wants to invade Europe. The media also pushes the idea that Russia is an uncivilized and backwards cesspit.
Considering that Russia is a nuclear superpower, the largest country geographically in the world, and is the sixth largest economy in terms of purchasing power parity (and projected to be number six in 2021 in terms of GDP), the U.S. relationship with Russia is one of the most important and delicate.
In order to have any chance of conducting this relationship in a rational manner, an accurate and nuanced understanding of the country itself and the history of post-Soviet U.S.-Russia relations is essential. This requires cutting through the misinformation and distortion that saturates much of our mainstream news and political discourse.
It's important to keep in mind that Russia has a 1,000-year history of authoritarian rule and only started its climb-out in the late 1980s. It is a transitional society, with elements of both authoritarianism and democracy. Putin, along with Dmitri Medvedev and Mikhail Gorbachev, is the least authoritarian leader that Russia has ever had.
Considering that the U.S. has supposedly been an established democracy for over 200 years, we Americans should consider a few significant problems we still have in order to gain some perspective. Only 55 years ago, African-Americans could not vote and could even be murdered with impunity in many parts of the country.
Today, we have an epidemic of militarized police officers who are shooting first and asking questions later; more and more people on death row are turning out to be innocent; rising inequality threatens our stability; and, a system of deep corruption in terms of campaign financing has compromised our democracy -- corruption that is so profound that two political science academics have recently quantified the ways in which we are now officially an oligarchy.
Is this any better than Russia's corruption because it has been folded into our legal system? We certainly have our own "oligarchs" in the form of the Koch brothers, Bill Gates, and the Walton family. Perhaps we can concede that it's not very useful to beat on Russia for not being Switzerland after only 25 years.
Russian Sentiment
A recent poll by the independent Levada Center revealed that 66 percent of Russians feel free and 68 percent don't believe it is likely that Russia will revert back to dictatorship. To understand why Russians may see themselves as fairly free, it is important to understand not only their history of authoritarian rule but also some facts and observations about Russia that run counter to the narrative often presented in our mainstream corporate media, which is owned by those same oligarchs that have captured our political system.
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When I visited Russia last autumn, one of the first things I observed was that the police in both Moscow and St. Petersburg did not carry guns, only batons. I asked some Russians about this and was told that if an officer had a special assignment, he/she might carry a gun but that generally they did not. This is not consistent with the characterization that most Americans have about Russia being a police state or autocracy.
Speaking of guns, Russian citizens have to abide by much stricter gun control laws than in the U.S. These include the requirement for gun owners to obtain a five-year renewable license. Before the first license is issued, attendance in a firearms safety class and the passing of a federal safety exam is required as well as a background check.
One example of how the Russian gun control laws have helped to prevent the deadly types of mass shootings seen in the U.S. is the hate crime against patrons of a gay club in Yekaterinburg that occurred shortly after the Orlando massacre. Due to the fact that Russians don't easily have access to (illegal) assault weapons, no deaths occurred as a consequence of the violence perpetrated against the patrons by a group of Russian hoodlums who only had small, pneumatic weapons.
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Bane started to go left, but something stopped him. Was that… yes, he heard a laugh, one he knew well. Ariana was to the right.
Changing directions, he walked as stealthily as he could. When he reached a large room, he peered around the corner. What he saw shocked him to his core. Ariana stood with two Tarnan warriors, smiling and apparently having a good time. He wasn't sure what was going on. He'd been a day's journey behind her, had worried about her safety, but it appeared she was being taken care of.
He'd been told she was being held against her will, possibly even hurt. Instead, he found her well and having a nice time. Had Lafre lied to him? Had she merely seen the pirates take Ari and made up a story to suit her own purposes? There was no way to extract her without making his presence known. Stepping into the room, he waited until the warriors took notice of him. It didn't take long.
"Keshpan," the tallest one growled.
Ariana turned and her eyes widened when she saw him. With a squeal, she flew across the room and launched herself into his arms, relieving any doubts he'd had. He held her tight, breathed her in, then put her behind him.
"I don't want trouble," he told the warriors. "But I'm taking her with me."
The tallest one folded his arms over his chest. "Have you taken care of the threat to her safety? We won't let you have her if the woman who arranged all of this will still be free to harm her again."
So they were feeling protective of her already. At least he was comforted with the thought that they wouldn't have harmed her. Taken her to their home planet, yes, but hurt her, no.
"We'll go straight to the Prime Minister when we return to Keshpa," Bane vowed. "I want Lafre out of Ariana's life, permanently. I agree that as long as Lafre is free, Ari is in danger. It's obvious the woman will go to any lengths to bond with me."
The more muscular of the two eyed him up and down. "You don't look like much to me. Personally, I don't see the draw. I think Ariana would be better off with one of us. We could protect her better than you can."
Bane had little doubt that they spoke the truth, but he would die trying. The Tarnans wanted her because she was female and for no other reason. Bane wanted her because he loved her, more than anything. He needed her more than he needed to breathe. She was essential to him.
"I won't let Ari go. She's mine, and she'll always be mine," Bane told them.
The warriors nodded, obviously understanding the depth of his feelings for Ariana. He was glad he wouldn't have to fight them. While he would give it everything he had, something told him he wouldn't win against them. They were far more experienced and much larger.
"Take me home," Ariana said, looking up at him with love and trust.
Bane pressed a finger to his ear. "Cael, bring us on board."
Entwined (Intergalactic Loyalties #1)
Available Feb 6, 2014 by Changeling Press
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President Anwar Sadat of Egypt was the first Arab leader to visit the State of Israel. His brave initiative eventually led to the peace treaty signed between the two countries.
Egyptian President Anwar Sadat landed at Israel's Ben-Gurion airport on November 19, 1977, marking the start of his historic 36-hour visit to Israel. He was the first Arab leader to visit the State of Israel.
Sadat's courageous initiative eventually led to the peace treaty signed between Israel and Egypt in March 1979.
"Let us say to one another, and let it be a silent oath by both peoples…..no more wars, no more bloodshed and no more threats," Prime Minister Menachem Begin said in a statement to the Egyptian people, in response to Sadat's historic declaration that he was willing to go to Jerusalem to discuss an end to war and bloodshed.
"On the diplomatic plane," Israel's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) states, "the peace treaty has made a great contribution on both the bilateral and regional level. In the face of difficult events…the peace between Israel and Egypt has proven to be stable and solid."
Cooperation between Egypt and Israel continues to this day, according to the MFA, including a joint military committee, a joint economic committee promoting trade, and a joint agricultural committee that has helped launch hundreds of projects aimed at improving both countries' agricultural expertise.
Partnership in tourism, transportation, communications and health also takes place.
However, "despite the progress," the MFA explains, "much still has to be done apropos the peace between the two countries, such as bringing the populations themselves closer together."
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[With files from the MFA]
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Reduce frequency of harvest (of wild biological resources)
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Harvesting peatland vegetation less often (e.g. every two years instead of every year) will allow longer for the vegetation to recover from the disturbance, potentially growing taller and more densely. It might allow plants to mature and reproduce. Caution: In some fens and fen meadows, regular harvesting is important to maintain the diversity of desirable peatland species (Middleton et al. 2006).
Key peatland types where this action may be appropriate: bogs, fens/fen meadows, tropical peat swamps.
Related actions: reduce intensity of harvest; restrict vehicle use on peatlands; allow sustainable use of peatlands.
Middleton B., Holsten B. & van Diggelen R. (2006) Biodiversity management of fens and fen meadows by grazing, cutting and burning. Applied Vegetation Science, 9, 307–316.
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Mickey Reed provides today's inspiring reflection. She is a trained facilitator of Joyce Rupp's Boundless Compassion program and will be presenting a Boundless Compassion retreat at our Center this fall. You can click here to read more about it and to learn about Mickey too.
Hand Washing Blessings
Scrolling through my Facebook feed, I was struck by both the beautiful harmony and the bittersweet humor of four Episcopalian acolytes singing the traditional Anglican doxology as they timed their carefully choreographed handwashing ritual. You can see it here.
"Praise God from whom all blessings flow, Praise Him all creatures here below. Praise him above ye heav'nly hosts, Praise Father Son and Holy Ghost."
I learned in my training as an Occupational Therapist to sing happy birthday while washing my hands to ensure the requisite 20 second scrub down. After sharing this doxology with a few friends via my own Facebook feed though, I found myself singing God's praises as I washed my own hands numerous times a day. It has crept into my daily routine and has become a sacrament of sorts; an opportunity for God's grace to be more visible in my daily sequestered life.
As I see it, being brought into God's grace involves coming to a place where we recognize and accept our dependence on God. The way to grace for me involves sacrifice, gratitude, surrender, and compassion and I find God calling me to each of these actions through the experience of this pandemic.
In the past two weeks, I have found myself needing to make many sacrifices. Whether it's the simple inconveniences of wearing an uncomfortable mask, changing the regular timing and route of my walk or postponing the long-planned road trip and missing the once in a lifetime opportunity to celebrate a dear friend 100th birthday. I have given up many activities, plans and ways of doing things in order to do my part in stopping the virus.
It's these very acts of giving up the simplest of pleasures that stir gratitude in my heart. Things, people, and events I may have taken for granted hold new meaning for me now and in my longing for their return, I am filled with gratitude for that which is now lost and may or may not be returned to me. In the early days of quarantine, I watched myself trying to control little things in my life: rigidly structuring my day to the point of resenting even pleasant interruptions, ordering papers and reorganizing the silverware drawer (twice!) and even telling others what they should do! When I stepped back, it was clear this great unknowing had made me scramble to find something I could control. Once I moved past the frustration and could view my behavior from outside of myself, I came to realize how little I can control now — or ever. In a deep sense, surrender is my only option. And finally, realizing that the shared vulnerability of everyone connects me and stirs up great compassion for myself and everyone on this journey through uncharted waters.
So, as you wash your hands, whether you choose to sing this doxology aloud or not, I invite you to use this handwashing time as an opportunity to reflect on your experiences of sacrifice, gratitude, surrender and compassion. It can lead us to God's grace, the ultimate foundation for all we have, all we do and all that we are.