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Series on Effective Stakeholder Engagement
By Dr. Lynda Bourne
Melbourne, Australia
This series of 14 articles has looked at applying the Effective Stakeholder Engagement Initiative (ESEI™ – pronounced easy) to create an organisational culture focused on achieving success based on mutually beneficial stakeholder engagement.
The Stakeholder Circle® methodology supported by a range of practical analytic and engagement tools underpins ESEI; offering organisations a range of options to build their stakeholder relationship maturity from an 'ad hoc' initial use of some processes to 'Level 5' in the SRMM® maturity model where measurements of the attitude of the stakeholder community are used for health checks, predictive risk assessment and management.
The two components of ESEI stakeholder management were covered:
- Ways to undertake a thorough assessment of your stakeholder community to identify who in the community is really significant at this point in time, so appropriate engagement activities can be planned.
- Effective communication management to implement the planned stakeholder engagement activities and monitor their effectiveness, both at the individual level and across the whole stakeholder community.
Both elements of the ESEI stakeholder management approach need to be routinely reviewed and adapted to optimise the effort being expended on stakeholder engagement and maximise the probability of a success. The ESEI approach to stakeholder management supports Ed Freeman's 'Stakeholder Theory', an organisation's commitment to GRI Sustainability Reporting Guidelines and ISO 26000, and offers a cost effective way to enhance the probability of project, program and organisational success. If the balance is right, the 'cost of stakeholder engagement is free'! These elements were covered in:
- #2 Stakeholder engagement
- #12 Stakeholder Management is no longer optional
- #3 Why effective stakeholder management is free
The core processes for identifying, prioritising and managing your stakeholder engagement were the focus of articles:
To read entire article (click here)
Editor's note: This series of articles on effective project stakeholder engagement is by Lynda Bourne, PhD, Managing Director of Stakeholder Pty Ltd (Australia) and author of the books Stakeholder Relationship Management and Advising Upwards, both published by Gower (UK). Dr. Bourne is one of the world's leading authorities on program/project stakeholder relations. See her author profile below.
About the Author
Dr. Lynda Bourne
Melbourne, Australia
Dr. Lynda Bourne is Managing Director of Stakeholder Management Pty Ltd – an Australian based company with partners in South America and Europe. Through this global network she works with organisations to manage change through managing the relationships essential for successful delivery of organisational outcomes. Lynda was the first graduate of the RMIT University, Doctor of Project Management course, where her research was focused on tools and techniques for more effective stakeholder engagement. She has been recognized in the field of project management through her work on development of project and program management standards. She was also included in PMI's list of 50 most influential women in PM.
She is a Fellow of the Australian Institute of Management (AIM) and a Fellow of the Australian Computer Society (ACS). She is a recognized international speaker and seminar leader on the topic of stakeholder management, the Stakeholder Circle® visualization tool, and building credibility and reputation for more effective communication. She has extensive experience as a Senior Project Manager and Project Director specializing in delivery of information technology and other business-related projects within the telecommunications sector, working as a Senior IT Project Management Consultant with various telecommunications companies in Australia and South East Asia (primarily in Malaysia) including senior roles with Optus and Telstra.
Dr Bourne's publications include: Stakeholder Relationship Management, now in 2nd edition, published in 2009, Advising Upwards published in 2011, and Making Projects Work, published in 2015. She has also contributed to books on stakeholder engagement, and has published papers in many academic and professional journals and is blogger for PMI's Voices on Project Management.
Dr. Bourne can be contacted at [email protected].
To see more works by Lynda Bourne, visit her author showcase in the PM World Library at http://pmworldlibrary.net/authors/dr-lynda-bourne/


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Place: Wentworth Place
Keats's bedroom
Time: 03rd February 1820, late at night, approximately 11.00 PM
"That is blood from my mouth. Bring me the candle, Brown, and let me see this blood. I know the colour of that blood; it is arterial blood. I cannot be deceived in that colour. That drop of blood is my death warrant. I must die. This is most unfortunate."
345 days later Keats is dead . . .
Yes, I know I'm too sentimental for my own good; however, what a horrific loss for us all.

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The Story
New to the Silent Hill franchise is Alex Shepherd, the lead character, as a discharged war vet. Having spent some time in a military hospital, Alex is not in the best shape, though he is the first main character to ever have some combat experience.
The story starts with Shepherd being wheeled in a gurney through the read and orange barrage of images of an abandoned hospital. Shepherd seems confused about his surroundings as he starts to gain consciousness. He inquires about his squadron, wondering about the fate of his men.
Shepherd becomes alert and realizes he is in a straight-jacket. He panics, trying to figure out how he got there, as men are being tortured around him. His questions are ignored as he is wheeled under bright lights in a room that looks like a surgical gallery. He loses consciousness again and everything fades to black.
This is where the player takes control of the game for the first time. Action commands must be used to break out of the harness as people are being killed right outside the door. The scene is grisly at best. Blood-soaked surgical tools are scattered all over the floors. Shadows make grotesque figures on the walls. Blood is everywhere as you observe the scenery with nothing but a flashlight.
Shepherd moves through the hospital only to be faced with locked doors all around. He comes upon a small boy this is oddly familiar to him. The boy, Josh, is locked behind a gate. This begins the first mission as Shepherd must find the code to unlock Josh, who is humming and coloring a picture as if he was in a daycare center and not a blood-splattered medical facility. When inquired how he got there, Josh only replied that someone brought him.
Shepherd finds one-half of the code amids bodies lining the walls and falling from the ceiling. (I'm not going to tell you exactly where; you will have to play the game to find out.) He must then investigate the chilling sound of a baby crying. He comes upon a room with three incubators; one of them has a burnt doll inside. The other half of the code is found here and the baby immediately stops crying after finding it. It seems almost like a setup.
After releasing Josh, he goes off and the real party starts. In true Silent Hill fashion, the screen is filled with super-saturated colors as the Otherworld becomes present. Getting his first weapon in the form of a combat knife, Shepherd must now face his first baddie.
Eventually, Shepherd finds Josh again only to return to reality. All of it seemed like a very vivid bad dream. We then find out that Shepherd has had these dreams so frequently that he left the military worried about his brother…Josh. He is hitchhiking home and got a ride from the same trucker from Silent Hill: Origins. He is soon in Shepherd's Glen, the small town where he calls home. Everything is out of place in the town and at his house. He learns from his mother that Josh has gone missing and he must now search the deserted Shepherd's Glen for him.
Game Play
Playing any of the Silent Hill games is an intense roller coaster ride of terror; Homecoming delivers on the authentic roots of the franchise. Solving puzzles, finding keys, defeating terrifying monsters and interacting with citizens were all things I expected, quite successfully, to find in Homecoming. What I didn't expect was to be thrown into the Otherworld quite so quickly.
The creatures were as vile as ever as I went up against some that were familiar (the regular nurses and Pyramid Head) and some that wasn't so familiar. Some new baddies were Smog (who emitted poisonous gas and appeared corpse-like) and Needler (who appeared more human but had blades for legs).
The graphics of Homecoming were true to form and added to the ambiance of the game. The audio was spot on and gave grave detail to each scene as it added to the frightening tension. Composed by Akira Yamaoka, the music was both beautiful and eerie, which made the experience that much more creepy.
I greatly enjoyed Homecoming. I was impressed that Konami didn't try to rework the formula that made Silent Hill successful in the past. Silent Hill: Homecoming is now available for Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 and the PC. I highly recommend you get your copy today.


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This brutalist architecture boutique boasts linear forms and concrete finishes that act as a blank slate for its vibrant and texture-enriched wardrobe staples. The pieces also feature eye-catching prints and are displayed next to a myriad of quirky accessories like t-shirt shaped bags and teddy bear phone cases.
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Ebola - or Ebola haemorrhagic fever (EHF) - is a really deadly virus: 50% to 90% of people who catch it die.
But there are a few forms of the virus which have been identified by scientists.
But if you get the right medical care and treatment, you can recover.
Where has it come from?
Ebola was first spotted in the African countries of Sudan and the Democratic Republic of the Congo in 1976.
In five months 284 people in Sudan caught the virus.
It killed 117.
How do you get it?
You can catch it through direct contact with the body fluids of an infected person such as blood and saliva.
It is not airborne like the flu so is more difficult to catch but is very infectious: so infected people have to be kept separate to reduce the risk of it spreading.
Health care workers who have looked after sick patients have also been infected.
What's it got to do with animals?
It's thought Ebola is carried by animals too - chimpanzees and monkeys have been badly affected by the virus.
It is spread to humans from close contact with infected animals and can then be passed between people.
This latest outbreak has been linked with fruit bats - which are considered a tasty meal in parts of Africa.
Is there a cure?
There is no cure or vaccine for Ebola but a new experimental drug, ZMapp, has been used in the US on health workers and a UK nurse who caught the disease in Africa. They recovered from the virus.
You lose a lot of fluids when you have the disease so giving people enough water and the right vitamins, minerals and nutritious food is one of the main treatments.
Ebola timeline
October - The government announced that more is being done to deal with the risk of the Ebola virus in the UK.
People will be able to ring a special phone line and will be asked questions about their travel history and possible symptoms.
Experts will be on standby with several hospitals ready to deal with any possible cases.
The Ebola virus has spread across West Africa in recent months and prompted lots of questions from you.
We asked virus expert Dr Benjamin Neuman to answer some of your questions.
20th October - Nigeria was declared free from Ebola after more than six weeks without any new cases.
But the World Health Organisation says Liberia, Guinea and Sierra Leone are still trying to prevent it spreading.
Lots of countries and charities are trying to help stop the outbreak of the virus by sending troops, supplies and helping to build more facilities to treat people.
Chris Worrall from the charity Oxfam, has told Martin about the work they're doing to raise awareness of the virus.
3rd September - The first British person to catch Ebola during the outbreak in West Africa made a full recovery.
William Pooley was brought back to the UK from Africa and was treated in a special isolation unit at the Royal Free Hospital in London but has now been discharged.
William was given the experimental drug ZMapp and has praised the "world class" care he received.
He was working as a volunteer nurse in one of the worst affected countries, Sierra Leone, when he caught the virus.
August - The deadly virus Ebola had killed more than 1,500 people, aid workers travel to west Africa to help.
In the fight to try to stop the disease spreading, doctors and medical staff from the UK and other countries are helping to treat those infected in Sierra Leone, Liberia, Guinea and Nigeria.
So why do so many doctors, nurses and medical staff risk their lives in dangerous places?
Dr Nathalie MacDermott, who's worked with Ebola sufferers, told Newsround what it's like to work in such a difficult environment.
Dr Tim O'Dempsey told Newsround what it's like to work in such a difficult environment.
Monday 25th August - A British man who caught Ebola when working as a nurse in Sierra Leone was treated for the virus.
The man, named as William Pooley, has been flown home to the UK and is being treated in an isolation unit at a hospital in London.
Ebola is a very serious disease and lots of people in West Africa have been affected recently.
Health experts say people in the UK should not be worried as it's extremely unlikely it will reach this country.
22nd August - Two American aid workers recover from Ebola after being treated with an experimental drug ZMapp.
Two American aid workers who fell ill with Ebola have left hospital after recovering.
Dr Kent Brantly and Nancy Writebol were working in Liberia in Africa, when they caught the disease.
They were both flown to the US for treatment three weeks ago, where they were kept in isolation in an Atlanta hospital.
Doctors who treated them say they no longer show any signs of the disease and pose no threat to the public.
Whilst in hospital, they were both given an experimental treatment known as ZMapp.
The drug, which has only been made in limited quantities, had never been tested on humans before and it's unclear whether this helped in their recovery.
7th August - World leaders met to discuss how to tackle Ebola outbreak.
In Africa, doctors are fighting to stop an outbreak of a virus that has been spreading there.
It's called Ebola and health experts from across the world are meeting to try to work out how to tackle it.
The outbreak began in December 2013, over 3,500 miles away in Guinea, and has spread to other countries in west Africa.
Health officials are working hard to get the situation under control in Liberia, Sierra Leone and Nigeria.


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The Northern Ireland Assembly Committee for Agriculture and Rural Development has launched an Inquiry into 'Better Regulation'.
The Committee will examine the current regulatory framework within the agricultural industry and seek ways to reduce the administrative and regulatory burden on farmers.
As part of the inquiry, the Committee is calling on local farmers to take part in a short online survey to gauge their views on the current level of regulation, to discover which areas they find particularly onerous and what if anything can be done to simplify the regulatory process.
Speaking after the launch of the Inquiry, Committee Chairperson William Irwin MLA said: "The Committee has been concerned for some time about the onus placed upon local farmers by the ever increasing regulations emanating both at a Departmental and European level. Indeed many farmers have told us that the time commitment necessary to meet the administrative demands of modern farming is having a real impact on their ability to concentrate on the real work of farming.
"While some regulation is obviously necessary for the farmer and the industry as a whole, we want to assess if there are ways in which the current regulatory processes can be simplified or coalesced. We would strongly urge local farmers to take part in the online survey to help us to identify the key regulations that they feel are the most burdensome. This should also assist us in ensuring that our final recommendations present practical options for regulatory restructure and rationalisation."
Committee Deputy Chairperson Joe Byrne MLA added: "We are also keen to look at the impact of regulations and the issues that arise for farmers through enforcement and sanctions. We are only too aware of how complex and seemingly convoluted many regulations and associated form filling can be, particularly when new ones are introduced, and where the necessary guidelines and explanatory information may not provide adequate support."
Mr Byrne concluded: "During the course of the Inquiry we intend to seek evidence from farming organisations, food processors, industry experts and the Department, as well as carrying out a comparative analysis of the approach taken to regulations by other legislatures in both the UK and Ireland."


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Personal Injury Claim Guide
If you've been injured in an accident in Colorado, you may be wondering whether you are entitled to monetary compensation for your injuries and other losses.
There are 2 ways for you to secure financial compensation after an accident: 1) to initiate a personal injury claim with an insurance company, and 2) file a personal injury lawsuit directly against the party at fault for your accident.
This website was designed to help guide injured persons through the process of obtaining compensation for injuries after an accident in Colorado. Whether you were hurt in a car accident, truck accident, motorcycle accident, or any other type of serious accident, the information on this site should help you better understand the steps you must take to get the compensation you deserve.
Step 1: Evaluate Your Case
- Determine whether you have a viable personal injury case
- Understand the difference between negotiating an insurance claim and filing a lawsuit
- Understand first party claims vs. third party claims
Step 2: Gather Evidence
- The 6 Steps to Take After an Accident
- How Police Reports Can Impact Insurance Claims
- The Statute of Limitations in Colorado
Step 3: Establish Liability
- Liability and Personal Injury Law
- Understanding the 4 Elements of Negligence
- The Legal Burden of Proof in a Personal Injury Lawsuit
Step 4: Calculate Your Damages
- Types of Compensation for Personal Injuries
- Soft Tissue Injuries vs. Serious Injuries
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- How to Calculate Pain and Suffering
Step 5: Negotiate a Settlement
- The Insurance Negotiation Process
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- How to Calculate Lost Income
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You should carefully review the information contained in this section of this site to learn how to initiate a personal injury claim with an insurance company and negotiate a settlement that accounts for all of your damages. Although it may be possible for you to negotiate a fair personal injury settlement with an insurance company on your own, hiring an experienced personal injury lawyer offers you the best chance at getting the highest possible amount of compensation for your injuries.
If you suffered a serious injury, you will probably need to hire a personal injury lawyer, who can help you present your personal injury claim or to file a personal injury lawsuit against the party or entity (such as a business or government agency) responsible for your accident and injuries. There are certain types of injuries that almost always require assistance from a lawyer.
Complex case? You may need to hire an attorney
If you have any questions about securing compensation for your injuries after an accident, you should contact a personal injury lawyer right away. Most reputable personal injury lawyers offer free, no-obligation consultations to potential clients. You have nothing to lose by consulting with an attorney in your area about your legal rights and responsibilities. Working with a knowledgeable personal injury will give you peace of mind in knowing that an expert is fighting to get you the total amount of compensation you deserve. To learn more about hiring a personal injury lawyer, visit:
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|The one thing I love about New York is the city is always filled with dreamers that are making things actually happen. The city might be referred as the "concrete jungle", but the creative talents – at least the ones I met on this trip – are always energetic about their job and really supportive of each other's works.
On my last day in New York, I met the lovely and talented Cienne's founder, Nicole Heim, at the brand's showroom in Soho, and got a chance to preview the current collection, as well as the Spring 2016 collection. The design philosophy at Cienne is to focus on unique fabrics, the use of clean lines and, of course, bringing high-standard quality.
|When I say "unique fabrics", I mean that Nicole constantly travels around the world - Japan, India, and Ethiopia, for examples - to find the best mills and skilled artisans in seeking for handwoven fabrics. She collaborates with them to bring the local culture and high quality textiles into the design. Nicole also works with local manufacturers to produce small batches in New York, making each piece a true one-of-the-kind.
So why stripes? I asked Nicole at the end of my visit.
She looked at me with smiling eyes and explained that stripes are very commonly seen in Ethiopian culture so she wants to incorporate the different
|forms of stripes into Cienne's collection.
After I thanked Nicole and her team for their time and left the building with a bottle of coconut water in my hand, I was glad that I made this trip to understand how much effort and passion that a designer is willing to put to build their dream, as this is something I wouldn't experience.
Until next time, New York dreamers.
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Hello ladies! I know it's kindda rude to greet you with my ass for the first post but whatevs,
I'm loving the shoots for this series! Partly missing photoshoots a lot (those proper ones I mean) where I curl my hair,
I know my hair still looks pretty fail, and I accidentally burnt my cheeks with my hot curling iron because idk what was I doing.
Day-dreaming perhaps, (while curling my hair at the same time) LOL genius, not funny because now it left a mark :(
And I have no idea how to get rid of itttt. argghhh I guess again, time heals any wounds! (including bimbo wounds)
Don't mind me if you see me covering half of my face with my hair nowadays, now you know why, LOL
Okay first let's talk OOTD!
I got this beautiful beautiful long dress which had a really deep V for the front and back from a brand called FAITHFULL
haha, I never wore something like this ever! Partly I guess it's because I hate wearing NuBras, (they're so weird and sticky!)
But I got this versatile 3-way bra from THE NATURAL which is totally awesome! say goodbye to weird sticky Nubras!
ps: You can have a look at how the bra looks like on my previous post about it HERE
The dress is so beautiful, it looks casual and I can imagine wearing this to the beach, and also a dinner party.
there's a lot of ways to style this dress up or down, hit on some fancy earrings, glitter on the body, with a fancy bag,
and you're good to go for a dinner party, (of course matching it up with some nice heels), Oh and maybe a nice bun too!
To dress it down for the beach, you could add a beautiful huge sun hat, a straw bag, and some sandals, and accesories!
Walla! 2 ways of wearing this dress already. But for this look I decided to match it up with this place abit...
I've been to this place for a photoshoot I did for my friend before, you can view the album HERE
Such an amazing space abandoned for God knows why, its so beautiful tho, the marble floors, the Roman-like pillars,
and the big arch architecture, with the glass doors and windows is just perfection. The place just gives this mysterious vibe,
first is that why is this beautiful place abandoned, second is why no one wants to fix it. Well maybe I rather not know why.
I would love to stay here but I wonder what's the house past like... The place reminded me of a palace, *and I am the princess*
HAHHAHAHA SORRY, EPIC SHAMELESS. loving my hindu headband where I have no idea where to wear to,
except for photoshoots like these. (I made it my "crown"), matched with my huge Greek inspired necklace,
and gladiators, to add some more greek essence to the whole look, loving how the dress has a slit on both sides,
to reveal what shoes you're wearing. and oh the lovely bare back is just goooooooorrgeous! Lovely dress!
lovely arches...
"Roooomeooo, roomeoooo. where for art thou romeooooo" LOL
* gazing at the camera hoping that no insects get onto my hair....*
just look the the floor around me, everywhere is filled with glass, dust, and fallen pieces from the house.
Haven't I not told you about the beautiful marble floors? Sighhhhhh. If only my house had these, they're so gorgeous!
whollle marble flooorrr....
nothing much, this is just called my pushing the pillar pose. LOL
to be honest, I was pretty scared to edit the photos at night.... in fear I might see something in the background...
Eiyy I'm sure people on facebook will be commenting on my photos asking me to check out something behind -_-
urghhhh arghhhhh annoying, that's not even the freaky part. The freaky part is actually well, ok, to be honest,
when I was here last year (omg IT'S BEEN A YEAR ALREADY?!) I saw crime scene numbers scattered all around the floor,
It's where not much people go to cause you needa walk around the house.... AND this year another freaky thing is...
I was greeted with photographs albums on the porch in the entrance of the house.... Hmm... Some silly prank?
Well hopefully that's the case. LOL..... but well I am looking forward to the next time I come here hehe.
Again, thank you so much SHOPBOP for the lovely dress, I admit that it's pretty revealing,
and I probably won't wear this on a regular basis because wow it's just damnnnn sexy, hahaha
or maybe I'm too sexy. ahhahhaaha omg *shameless again* #toosexy #can'ttouchthis
Haha, goodnight everyone, December is coming soon OH WAIT NO, it's TOMORROW!
yayyyyy! We're closer and closer to Christmas! (I mean not like I have any plans for Christmas),
but Yayyyy , I have quite some stuffs in mind to blog about for our lovely month of December! Heck,
even worked these 2 weekends for it already! :) I'm excited guys, you'll be seeing a lot of christmas related posts coming up next!
Goodnight! xoxo and if no one loves you, I gotta tell you I do :)
yayyyyy! We're closer and closer to Christmas! (I mean not like I have any plans for Christmas),
but Yayyyy , I have quite some stuffs in mind to blog about for our lovely month of December! Heck,
even worked these 2 weekends for it already! :) I'm excited guys, you'll be seeing a lot of christmas related posts coming up next!
Goodnight! xoxo and if no one loves you, I gotta tell you I do :)


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Interop Discover IT – New York Javits Center October 1-5, 2012
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Allan Frank spoke on March 18, 2011 @ Temple University
What is Chief Technology Officer Allan Frank's City of Philadelphia legacy?
Technically Philadelphia
Written by: Christopher Wink
No last-minute, top-level transitions of strategy or resources will need to be made today in the Division of Technology.
Today is the final, official day in which Allan Frank will serve as the City of Philadelphia's first cabinet-level Chief Technology Officer, but the transition will happen quietly. After all, even though his leaving was only announced in November, Frank says his interim successor Tommy Jones, whom we interviewed last week, has been learning the big lessons since taking the deputy role at the end of 2009.
City of Philadelphia Press Release
November 24, 2010 – Mayor Nutter announced the departure of Allan Frank, the city's first Chief Technology Officer who has overseen a major transformation in the city's information technology infrastructure and personnel.
Briefs: Philly CTO Allan Frank Moving on, N.J. Portal Offline
Government Technology
November 29, 2010
Written By: News Staff
Allan Frank, Philadelphia's first chief technology officer, plans to leave the post and will continue his career in the private sector, Mayor Michael Nutter's office announced prior to the Thanksgiving holiday.
Allan Frank: Philadelphia CTO is leaving, pointed city "the way to the promised land," he says
Technically Philadelphia
November 25, 2010
Written by: Christopher Wink
City of Philadelphia Chief Technology Officer Allan Frank is leaving government life, a press release announced and Frank confirmed Wednesday night.


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I'm back! And loving it! (Who knew teaching would feel like a vacation compared to being a SAHM! Shout out to all you mama's who stay at home. More power to you!)
I've been busy trying to revamp some partially done movie talks, classroom posters, flash cards etc.
Currently in my Spanish 2's we're working through a movie talk which correlates with 'Jack Jack Ataca'. I created an entire unit where students get repetition of various structures and reinforce vocabulary. I wrote this in the past tense. It is also a great way for students to practice identifying when/how to use both the imperfect and the preterite.
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I'm a Pacific Northwest girl at heart. I love farmer's markets, I think Birkenstocks are a fashionable shoe choice, and despite it being 36 degrees outside, the sun is shining and therefore it is a beautiful day and we should go on a hike right now.
So attending school in Orange County (yes, the O.C.) was a
bit of a huge friggin' culture shock, especially for a girl who unironically enjoys the granola culture that permeates the daily life of a Seattleite. In fact, I would go so far as to say that it completely ruined me as an honest Washingtonian. Here's why:
1. Birkenstocks to Sperrys
Okay, I'll fully admit now that I never owned a pair of Birkenstocks. But I did appreciate them in all their hippie glory. And I attempted to purchase a pair once, until I realized how much they cost. After a year and a…
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While they are relatively new to western menus, tofu and the fermented soybean paste miso have been on the menu throughout Asia for centuries. Today, soyfoods are finding their way onto more American tables than ever. Packed with high quality protein, these foods also provide healthy fats and beneficial phytochemicals like isoflavones. Research suggests that isoflavones lower risk for heart disease and certain cancers.
Recently, their relationship to thyroid function has become an active area of research. The thyroid gland, found at the front of your neck, regulates metabolism and energy use through production of two thyroid hormones, T3 and T4. Synthesis of these hormones requires the mineral iodine, which attaches to tyrosine, an amino acid.
In animal studies, iodine can also attach to the soy isoflavone genistein, which has a similar chemical structure to tyrosine. That's raised concerns that eating too much soy could lead to a reduction in active thyroid hormone. But until now, it wasn't known whether this happens in humans. However, a new study from the Czeck Republic has allayed concerns about the effects of genistein on thyroid hormone production.
The researchers provided subjects with about 80 milligrams of isoflavones—the amount in about three servings of soyfoods—to men and women for 3 months. All of the subjects were consuming adequate amounts of iodine. At the end of the trial, thyroid hormone levels were essentially unchanged. The research did find that some iodine attached to genistein, but the amount was insignificant, representing less than 1% of the total iodine consumed. Based on these findings, the authors concluded that soyfoods have no impact on thyroid function as long as iodine intake is adequate.
Sosvorova L, Miksatkova P, Bicikova M, Kanova N, Lapcik O. The presence of monoiodinated derivates of daidzein and genistein in human urine and its effect on thyroid gland function. Food Chem Toxicol 2012.


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Hemp Production eGuide
Designed to support experienced producers with industrial hemp production.
Welcome to the new face of the CHTA website. Always full of great hemp information, this website has a lot to offer. The Hemp Production eGuide provides farmers with the information needed to grow and harvest a hemp crop. The beauty of the eGuide is that we can update it as more information becomes available in 'real time'. We are still working on a few sections (ie Video) but it should be up and running in a couple of weeks (if not sooner).
As for membership, we encourage you to join us online and update and create your own membership page. Information will be sent to all members as to how to do this. If you need help please call us at the office and Veronica will be happy to help you out. The link, to create a page, will be sent to members on March 30.
If you are not a member you will be missing out on connecting with fellow industry members. Whether you are buying or selling there are always opportunities and sales leads coming into CHTA - be part those opportunities.
The CHTA is a national organization that promotes Canadian hemp and hemp products globally. Established in 2003 the Alliance represents those involved in Canada's hemp industry. Members include; farmers, processors, manufacturers, researchers, entrepreneurs and marketers.
The key functions of the Alliance are to disseminate information, promote the use of nutritional and industrial hemp and coordinate research.
CHTA is governed by a Board of Directors.
Since 1998, Canada has grown industrial hemp for seed and for fibre. Canadian farmers and businesses are interested in the growing business of hemp as it realizes its potential to produce healthy food and environmentally friendly products, including paper, textiles, biocomposites and sustainable building materials.
Today Canada's hemp sector is growing to provide secure supplies of hemp seed and fibre raw materials for domestic and international markets, as well as many processed and conditioned value–added products. Canada's federal hemp regulations help to create quality, safety and accountability. A supportive scientific research community ensures that essential and necessary research continues ~ critical for any crop.
As a fast–growing annual, hemp is a renewable, reusable and recyclable resource. Changing environmental in the world's business community are helping to turn these green attributes into a valued quality.
Ancient Origins
Production of hemp originated in Central Asia thousands of years ago. Hemp has a long history of being used as a food grain, and as a source of fibre, such as clothing, rope and netting.
Surprisingly to some, industrial hemp has deep roots in Canada. Hemp was one of the first crops that Champlain planted at Port Royal and later Québec.
Hemp in Canada
In 1606, French Botanist Louis Hebert planted the first hemp crop in North America in Port Royal, Acadia (present–day Nova Scotia). As early as 1801, the Lieutenant Governor of the province of Upper Canada, on behalf of the King of England, distributed hemp seed free to Canadian farmers.
Fibre hemp cultivation continued in many regions to the 20th century. Through many Old World cultures, hemp seed also has a long tradition of in Canada: immigrants from Eastern Europe brought hemp seeds with them when they settled the Prairies. These they planted and used for fresh oil, baking and traditional dishes. Similarly, Chinese Canadians have also long eaten hemp for medicinal and dietary reasons.
In Canada and in the US, hemp was outlawed 70–80 years ago, because it was confused with other kinds of Cannabis. Hemp is often called industrial hemp to distinguish it from other varieties of the plant. In Canada, all commercial hemp strains are grown under science–based regulations to maintain and ensure genetic identity.
After a half century's absence from Canada's fields and factories, hemp cultivation was again allowed in 1998, reawakening this country's relationship to this interesting, fascinating, flexible plant.
Botanically, hemp is classified as Cannabis sativa L. (Cannabaceae). Cannabis is a diverse plant species including more than 500 different varieties. Marijuana is a distant cousin. Under regulations hemp is defined as having less than 0.3% tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) the primary psychoactive ingredient in marijuana. Because of this low level, hemp is unsuitable for drug and therapeutic purposes. THC is by the plant's epidermal glands and is not produced in the hemp seed. All Industrial Hemp grown in Canada is GMO free.
Canadian Hemp production was officially discontinued in 1938. In 1994, Health Canada began issuing hemp research licenses again. In March 1998, Health Canada allowed commercial production of the crop under a licensing system. Information on Hemp Regulations can be found at this link on Health Canada's web site.
As with many new crops, there has been considerable fluctuation of production acreage. In 2003, over 2700 hectares (6700 acres) were grown across Canada , mostly concentrated on the Prairies. In 2015 over 84,000 acres licensed for cultivation. Hemp has been grown with success from coast–to–coast.
An Agriculture and Agri–Food Canada backgrounder is at this link.


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Porsche 997 Engine Rebuild
The owner of this Porsche 911 came to see us after a recommendation. The previous garage had stripped down the engine and were unable to take on the task required.
As the engine was already stripped down we were able to immediately inspect the cylinder walls and determine the issue. The cylinder walls on the naturally aspirated Porsche engines are Nickel Sealed Aluminium and are known to suffer from cylinder pick-up. This is where as the piston is moving up and down inside the cylinder it makes enough contact to gradually strip away this Nickel Seal, leading to loss of compression.
After we spoke to the customer it was decided that to replace the cylinder block it would be worthwhile in fitting the existing cylinder block with brand new Steel Liners. This would ensure that in the future this enginer would never suffer the same issue.
Take a look at the pictures below to see some of what was involved
If you think your Porsche may be running rough, let us take a look – call today on 01992 443900
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Monday, February 8, 2010
stickers love bus trips!
my good friend adam recently sent me these pics of his stickering while bus tripping during the holidays
{pictures courtesy of Adam Grest}
{pictures courtesy of Adam Grest}
Posted by the heart sticker girl at 9:31 PM
2 comments:
- Nikci said...
i want to join this heart sticker revolution!
- February 14, 2010 at 9:18 PM
- Anonymous said...
nice idea! i like it. i follow your blog, i hope you follow me toooo? kiss from germany ;*)
- February 22, 2010 at 2:13 AM
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Sunday, April 24, 2016
Today's thought from the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation is:
My best friend is the one who brings out the best in me.
— Henry Ford
To be a friend involves risk. Friends confront each other when it's needed, but they do it out of love and with compassion. All of us need a friend who will tell us when we are acting out of line, when we are "not able to see the forest for the trees." Friends are there for us in the struggles – rooting us on, maybe teasing us a bit, helping us get past the difficulties and eventually helping us find the gift embedded in them. Friends risk upsetting us, if it means we may become better people.
We need to be grateful for these people. Theirs is not always an easy job. Many of us have big egos; we don't want to be told that we are wrong. However, friends keep seeing the best in us, even when we aren't acting our best. Theirs will be the faces we see when we look back at our lives, especially at the times of crisis and challenge.
Prayer for the Day
Higher Power, help me be a friend, and help me be grateful for my friends.
Today's Action
Today I will only do it if I work to bring out the best in those around me, even if that means saying the hard things. If I must confront someone, I w can do it with love and compassion.
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High above Champaign
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Members of Yingying Zhang's research group joined along with Master Gardener's to prepare the ground for planting at the site of the memorial planned for Zhang, at the intersection of Goodwin and Clark in Urbana on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2018.
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Unity vs. Judah Christian in a prep soccer match at Unity in Tolono on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2018.
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(CodeRed cropped blazer, Topshop turtleneck, H&M leather pants, Boots from Taiwan, Rings from H&M)
I think I pretty much freaked out when I saw these WHITE leather pants on sale in H&M. It fit me rather well and I knew I had to get it. On the contrary, the black ones I had eyed on for months fit me like a wetsuit. And therefore, my pursuit for the perfect black leather jeans slash pants continues on.
My choice to go all skin-tight remains a mystery to me. It got uncomfortable when I was sitting down and was struggling to conceal the dreaded tummy emerging from the mid-riff. Would probably pair these pants down more with a casual button down next time. Hmm, outfit planning at best: corrections from mistakes. After all, you should be granted with at least the achievability of sitting down without worrying right?


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Le Blizzard ***** Val d'Isère, France
La Mourra Hotel Village *****
Setting the scene
Resembling a mountain hamlet, the 5-star La Mourra Hotel Village is a very exciting concept which opened its doors in December 2015. Made up of a 5-star hotel along with four luxurious private chalets, all of which are connected via the underground level. This is indeed the sister hotel to the 5-star Hotel Le Blizzard, one of our favourite hotels on our portfolio!
The hotel itself offers lovely rooms and junior suites which give you plenty of living space. As a guest of the hotel or a private chalet you can enjoy all the facilities, which include a Japanese influenced restaurant, cosy bar, and a spa complete with heated indoor pool, sauna and steam room.
The private chalets range from five to seven bedrooms, and offer the height of luxury. Giving you your own private living space, dining area and kitchen along with your very own indoor pool, steam room, sauna and treatment room. Three of the chalets also have a cinema room. You can store your equipment in the private ski room. Dinner is served in your chalet, or you have the choice to dine in the restaurants La Mourra or Le Blizzard.
Rooms and Suites
Each room is warm and welcoming with perfect bed configurations for families or groups of friends. Like Hotel Le Blizzard, all the rooms are unique in decor and have their very own special atmosphere.
Rooms range between 43-145sqm and feature either double or twin beds, bathroom and separate WC. The Junior Suites between 43-67 sqm amd also comprise of double or twin beds, a cosy corner living area, bathroom and separate WC. There is also a possibility to add a third person into the Junior Suites.
2-Bedroom Suites also available for 4-5 people - please ask for more details.
Spa and Wellness
The 'My Blend by Clarins' spa proposes a full range of Clarins products, beauty and body treatments. Within the hotel you will find a 17 metre long pool, sauna, steam room and relaxation room. All private chalets come with their own spa area – pool, sauna, steam room and treatment room.
Dining and Après Ski
La Mourra Restaurant & Bar: Offering a relaxed dining experience. Enjoy a light snack and an après drink, followed by a Japanese influenced menu.
Le Blizzard Restaurant: Located just 400 metres away, head to the sister restaurant at the Hotel Le Blizzard. Enjoy lunch or dinner overlooking the Bellevarde slopes, serving up gourmet French cuisine.
La Luge Restaurant: Alternatively you can dine in the evening at La Luge, part of the Le Blizzard, devoted to Savoyard specialities and grill.
- Distance to lifts: 150 metres
- Distance to resort centre: Centrally located
Distance To Airport
- Chambery (CMF): 2h 15m / 140km
- Grenoble (GNB): 2h 30m / 160km
- Geneva (GVA): 3h / 220km
- Lyon (LYS): 3h / 220km
Winter 2018/19 Pricing
Junior Suites (for 2 people) From EUR 4,970 to 7,560 per week
2-Bedroom Suite (for 4 people) From EUR 8,400 to 12,250 per week
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Anyone know this fish? For comparison the two puffers from the area most like it are included, Bullseye Puffer, Sphoeroides annulatus, and Longnose Puffer, S. lobatus.
All these were taken in the North near Bahia de Los Angeles. The two I have names for very unafraid and would swim right up to divers and I suspect someone had been feeding them. The un-named fish (I saw two of them) did not want their pictures taken and as soon as they saw me bolted away.


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Thursday, May 14, 2009
Gut Check
Both Plundered Booty and myself sag in the middle.
The consensus is the first 70-80 pages are strong and draw readers in. The last 60 - 70 tie everything together and result in a satisfying ending. But right there in the middle is a big old, unappealing beer gut.
So now I've been reading the novel myself with that info in hand, and I agree. But acknowledging the problem is but the first step. A couple of nights I dreamed about Plundered Booty, the book that is, and by morning I felt inspired that I can indeed fix the novel. The process has already began and I'm excited by the promise that I can complete the transformation by July 1st and have a much better and more marketable novel at that time.
I also have a July 1st deadline to work on that other bloated midsection. the one circling my waist. A month ago I placed a weight loss bet with my friend Arlene. If she loses a higher percentage of weight by July 1 I have to wear a pink Barry Fanilow shirt and take her to see Barry Manilow when our group of friends goes to Vegas in October.
When, not if but when, I win. I am going to make her buy my ticket and go see the new risque version of Little Bo Peep at the Planet Hollywood Casino. The show is called Peep and my guess is Arlene's husband, Rob is pulling for me to out lose his wife because what man wouldn't rather see a Vegas show called Peep, rather than hear the cheesy warbling of Barry Manilow. Is it just me or does Barry Manilow look like the dorky brother of Wayne Gretzky?
And a month in I am 12 pounds down. My goal is to lose 18 more before July 1. Arlene almost conceded yesterday by saying, "At least Rob will enjoy Peep."
So here's to tighter and more appealing midsections.
40 comments:
- Michelle H. said...
Good luck in fixing all your sags! I'm rooting for you.
(Secretly, I'm pulling for Arlene to win just to see you in the Barry Manilow shirt - I think you would look lovely in pink!)
- May 14, 2009 at 9:02 AM
- Janna Qualman said...
It's huge you've identified the problem, so good for you! Best as you rewrite, Travis.
Same with the weight loss, too. You're doing great!
- May 14, 2009 at 9:05 AM
- Janet said...
Well, gee, I wish I could cheer for you going to see Peep, but I just can't. But I think tightening both midsections is a wonderful idea.
And it's wonderful you got such helpful feedback, so you know where to go with your manuscript!
- May 14, 2009 at 9:15 AM
- Melanie Avila said...
*raises glass*
Here's to eliminating saggy middles!!
Enjoy Peep. :P
- May 14, 2009 at 9:20 AM
- Being Beth said...
12 lbs. is impressive, and while I think the Manilow shirt would be a hoot, I hope you win.
Exciting about the book, really. Something fixable, and "good" rejections.
- May 14, 2009 at 9:22 AM
Go Go Go! I'm pulling for you on the weight loss and the Booty!
- May 14, 2009 at 9:28 AM
- Virginia Lady said...
Congrats on the weight loss. As for the story, we all have those times. A fresh take on it may make all the difference in fixing the lull in the middle.
- May 14, 2009 at 9:49 AM
- Eric said...
Good luck on both fronts...er..middles. As you say, owning up to a problem is the first step. The fact that you're eagerly plunging in to fix the problem is great. As for the weight loss, good job so far and hope you win. That's a hell of a bet, and I for one wouldn't want to be going to a Barry show in pink.
- May 14, 2009 at 11:08 AM
- Ello said...
Even though I usually root for the female to win in a contest like this and I can't condone the Peep show, the thought of seeing Barry Manilow is just so not appealing and I can't do that to you Travis. So I'm pulling for you.
Good luck on the MS too! I've had mine with a professional editor and am waiting for the revision letter. Will see what she says.
- May 14, 2009 at 11:16 AM
- alex keto said...
I had heard that Barry Manilow isn't actually a human but a terminator that got loose after a joke program was installed in its CPU that told the robot to "kill" the audiences at Vegas with its singing.
Anyway, he doesn't look very much alive in the photograph. Maybe it's a Weekend at Bernies deal with lip syncing.
As for Plundered Booty, I think your prescription sounds on target. Humor carries a long ways but other aspects can lift the load of the middle. (All that being said without having seen the middle but knowing the end.)
- May 14, 2009 at 11:40 AM
- Kateyamatey! said...
You can do it! Barry Manilow sounds like fun for you. Pink totally goes with your cheeks. ;)
- May 14, 2009 at 11:48 AM
- Clare2e said...
Congrats on the slimdown.
I remember discovering that my assigned sophomore college roommate was an avid member of the BMIFC (Barry Manilow International Fan Club). She was willing to hang the hugest posted in the back of the closet though, which was thoughtful.
I know that my first completed MS had that saggy middle problem, for sure. An agent who'd requested the full said she lost interest on 168, and I zoomed to that page only to find that's where I had a villain whipping out a gun on the heroes. If I didn't make THAT sound exciting, well the rest was downhill from there.
Good luck with your tweaking. That's why they they call the MS middle "the muddle."
- May 14, 2009 at 12:04 PM
So excited that Plundered Booty is getting lipo! What a process huh? You're still ahead of me...still clutching your coattail and babbling incoherently...purging the passive voice gave me a serious condition...still in recovery!
Very torn on the mid section dilemma..I want you to succeed in all of your endeavors...but would pay good money to see in Fanilow mode!
- May 14, 2009 at 12:29 PM
- powdergirl said...
Ah, the mid-section. I am pathetically ab-obsessed and strongly recommend Pilates and a low carb diet to keep you out of Barry Manifold's torture chamber.
Congrats on the 12 lbs!
Good luck with your sweetly titled novel as well.
- May 14, 2009 at 12:55 PM
- spyscribbler said...
That is so funny, Travis! I must work on both my sagging middles, too. And gosh, if someone threatened me with Barry Manilow, I think I'd be sufficiently motivated to get rid of them. :-)
- May 14, 2009 at 1:13 PM
- pita-woman said...
Good luck on the re-work of both sagging middles. But I have to admit, I'm a Barry Manilow fan, so I wouldn't mind going to see him.
- May 14, 2009 at 1:41 PM
- Lynnette Labelle said...
Great job on the weight loss. As for the novel, how lucky are you that agents gave you feedback you could use. Wow! Now, you can fix it up and WILL get published. *shaking your hand* Well done.
Lynnette Labelle
- May 14, 2009 at 1:52 PM
- laughingwolf said...
gopher it, travis, like michelle, sez
you prolly look good in a pink froufrou blouse... but not til ye fix that sag :O lol
[i'm working on mine]
glad you have a handle on the other middle, too... keep us posted :)
- May 14, 2009 at 3:57 PM
- Bee said...
Good luck with both missions. And yes, I can see the resemblance between Gretzky and Manilow -- add a couple of decades, distort with plastic surgery, and slather with fake tan.
- May 14, 2009 at 4:29 PM
- David Cranmer said...
Best of luck in downsizing. Sometimes the hardest part is letting go of prose you have worked on for many months.
- May 14, 2009 at 6:17 PM
- Bina said...
you're right! They do look a like! And hey, Barry had some pretty good songs.
"I write the songs that make the young girls sing!!!!"
Um, Peep? I damn sure wouldn't go there!
- May 14, 2009 at 6:45 PM
- Jason said...
I'm cheering for ya Trav!
- May 14, 2009 at 6:57 PM
- Cloudia said...
You are admirably hardworking!
Enjoy "Peep."
- May 14, 2009 at 8:34 PM
- Annie said...
What? Pink isn't your color?
Middle sags are hard to fix, the literary and tummy types. Good luck on both accounts!
- May 14, 2009 at 11:53 PM
- Mystery Robin said...
Middles are hard - more power to you! But if you end up looking like either Jerry or Helen from the Biggest Loser this season, we'll need to buy you some wings!
- May 14, 2009 at 11:59 PM
- Skeeter said...
Hi! Good luck with the hunt for an agent and the battle of the "bulge". Got something like that going on here too.
Best wishes,
- May 15, 2009 at 12:46 AM
- the walking man said...
Even if you win you should wear the shirt.You may find that the peepees (us) like it; even if the showgirls don't.
- May 15, 2009 at 5:34 AM
- Jessica said...
LOL Travis!!!
I hope you lose that gut. For your sagging middle, I bet you could fix that just by adding some sort of thread that rises and rises, then ties up at the middle? Maybe?
LOL Good luck!
- May 15, 2009 at 5:41 AM
- sybil law said...
I have no doubt you'll fix both mid sections appealingly!!!
Barry Manilow is pretty scary to look at, but I do like some of his cheesy songs! (Reminds me of being a kid!)
- May 15, 2009 at 7:25 AM
- B.E. Sanderson said...
Good luck getting rid of both sagging middles. Sounds like you've got an awesome start on both goals. Congratulations. =o)
- May 15, 2009 at 9:05 AM
- J. L. Krueger said...
Hey buddy I'm pulling for you! On both guts...or something like that.
I hit a point were I decided I was not continuing to buy bigger pants and belts. I got back down to my old football playing weight (211), but things aren't arranged the way they were back then. So I guess I need to keep dropping. Even all the working out I do doesn't have the desired instant impact.
Oh well, I guess we put it on over time, so it comes off the same way.
Good luck on the bet. I wouldn't wish Fairy Manilow on any man!
My wife loves him.
- May 15, 2009 at 9:31 AM
- sex scenes at starbucks said...
I hate how fast men lose weight, damn it.
I mean, good luck and all, but GRRRRR.
- May 15, 2009 at 9:45 AM
- Reb said...
Good luck with your middles. I would love to see you in a pink shirt, but not if it means you stop losing weight. I don't mind Manilow in small doses, but don't think I could sit through a show.
- May 15, 2009 at 11:10 AM
Gee Travis, it is a slow day and I just happened to stop by. Did I forget to tell you that those pink shirts only come in a size medium?!? You are going to look soooo fine!!! Can't wait to sing along with Barry! AHHH! The motivation, I'm off to the treadmill.
- May 15, 2009 at 12:16 PM
- Melissa Marsh said...
Great job on the weight loss AND on realizing how to fix the sagging middle!
- May 15, 2009 at 1:13 PM
- lyzzydee said...
Good luck on both counts!!!
- May 15, 2009 at 1:55 PM
- Kristen Painter said...
I need a tighter, more appealing midsection too. But just physically. My books never suffer from that, strangely enough...
- May 16, 2009 at 6:52 AM
- Deanna said...
Just shoot me if I'd have to go see Barry Fanilow - yuck! I'm pulling for you to win, although I'm not so sure Peeps is a good choice either.
Good luck with the sag issues. I look forward to reading your book WHEN it is published.
Oh and thanks for leaving the bloggy notes on my blog. You are right, Travis is a really good name.
- May 16, 2009 at 9:49 AM
- dizzblnd said...
I love when you get dreams that helpp you figure out what you need to do. How awesome that you remembered it. Good luck on the novel AND I the weight thing.... although I'd like to see you in a Pink Barry Manilow shirt
- May 16, 2009 at 2:23 PM
- Barrie said...
How great that you've figured out how to make your novel marketable!! I think you should be a good sport and wear the Barry Manilow t-shirt no matter what. :)
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Don't worry I've been crocheting too! I am working on a hooded cowl (my first!) in my down time.
I finished up the grisaille painting:
I'm semi-pleased. Overall I like it. I wasn't going for too much detail since these were studies. I really love the eyes and the overall form and composition of the piece. I think I could afford to flesh out the nose area more but I'm not going to touch it again.
I have started working on another piece that is 11 x 14 (the above one is 8 x 10). Here is the freehand drawing on canvas board. I used an image from hcptcar on flickr (creative commons):
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I am asking my readers/followers to help me out here. I am open to critique and criticism. I will not be offended by any feedback. I WANT real/honest/true responses. PLEASE...
So, here it goes. I am a mother of a teenage son. And I have been accused of being "overly concerned". Please continue reading and post comments I NEED some feed back here.
Is it really so wrong to worry about my children? As a mother I just can't help but to worry. I worry a lot. I think I do a good job of drawing the line between insane worry and real worry [well for the most part I keep the insane worry to myself. Yeah maybe worrying about them catching on fire at a camp out, or that a common cold could lead to some sort of terminal illness, or the pierced ears could lead to an infection that I won't know about which will ultimately lead to paralysis might be a bit insane. But I honestly do keep most of that to myself] My teenage son is graduating from high school, he is very independent, however, I have many issues with many things that go on with him. I really do try to keep things to myself unless I feel they can actually happen. My perception of what really can happen and what REALLY CAN happen may be distorted at times, but we live in a crazy and cruel world. However, in my defense I work in a profession where I see many of societies worst things. And if I can prevent any of them from happening to my boys I WILL...So here is a small list of things I have worried about with him this year: 1. He had a job as a flagger for a road crew, MILLIONS of worries here, but the top were a) hit by a car; b) mean people throwing things at him including lit cigarettes leading to severe impairments; c) heat stroke. [thank GOD he hated it and only lasted 5 days. End of my worries] 2. The next week he had another job on a construction site [worries begin] a) he will fall while they are pouring concrete and he won't get out; b) he will fall on a concrete spike and it will go through a major artery; c) he will love this job and decide not to go to college. 3. GIRLS...they have come and gone. He has had some broken hearts and broken some hearts, and I don't know which is worst. Also, I worry when he is happy because I am only 36, and that definitely is not old enough to be a grandmother. 4. What the [curse...] is he doing with his life???? 5. Drugs. Alcohol. Drugs. Driving. Sex. Motivation. Drugs. [ you get the point on that one] 6. Back to the drugs, here is a quick scenario of a recent situation. He was in in school. He fell asleep. School officials and nurse had trouble waking him up. I was called. I arrived at the school in about 15 min.s which was preceded by a phone call to our family doctor at which time I put a request in for a full toxicology screening [both blood and urine, yeah that one called for almost immediate call back from doctor asking why? I am sure they think I am crazy. So maybe I don't need honest feedback here. I admit I over reacted a bit]. Brought him home, had conversations. He fell asleep. He woke up remembering nothing [Needing to know if he had taken something or if it was a medical issue. See the crazy wasn't so crazy after all]. Doctors appt. was made. Test were completed. Confirmation, he is not on drugs. However, leading to this test were non-stop conversations about telling me the truth [I do trust him, BUT, maybe just maybe he didn't tell the whole truth]. Leading to him asking how many times a person has to say something before I believe them? Leading to him torturing me with questions about crystal meth, crack, cocaine, and marijuana showing up in tests [ his little way of getting back at me. This worked. I thought he was on drugs for 2 days. I should have grounded him just for that!!!]. At any rate the test was sprung on him unannounced and he passed. [maybe a bit crazy here, but I had to know]. So, EEG 's and other tests, unexplained situation. Leading to me worrying that he will pass out one day while working or crossing a street and get severely hurt...See my anguish here? And finally, the latest worry. Halloween. As a senior he had to dress up for school. I Love Halloween. I extended my offer to help get him a costume. He refused. I LET IT GO...I did not push him to let me help. The night before Halloween I asked if he got his costume. He tells me, yes, he is borrowing a costume from his friend. A Morph Man costume. For anyone who has not seen this costume it is basically like a "blue man" suit. One piece, spandex covering your entire body, hand, face. I looked shocked over this. His whole life he has dressed in scary awesome costumes. He even won contests in some of the costumes I have put together. So, I leave the room. I go back and explain in calm terms to him my issues here. " this is a loose - loose costume for a 17 year old boy". " No matter how you attempt to wear this costume, your [ so yeah I really said this to him, because there was no nice way around this], JUNK, will be revealed. Leading to problems. Either people will judge you on the size of your Junk if you let it hang out there. Or if you tuck, people will think you don't have anything. IT IS A LOOSE LOOSE COSTUME". I work in schools, and let's face it, kids are cruel. And that costume is an advertisement for trouble. So, his response " I AM 17 I WILL WEAR WHAT I WANT TO WEAR". I walk away. I do not continue to argue. And all this leads me to think, maybe I do worry too much. Maybe he is correct to some degree. He is 17. And maybe I am projecting responses that may not occur. So, I decide not to even ask if he wore the costume and how it went. I back off. [ I am so curious, but I won't ask. And I still hold the opinion that it's a terrible costume. Sorry if that offends anyone. I am just saying....it's terrible]
I often hear people complain about how hard it is to be a parent. AND IT IS!!! Where do you draw the line? Is there a line? He has said to me that I "overly care". Really??? Is that possible? I guess it is. However, again, in my defense. I care. I LOVE this boy. BUT, I try to draw a line. I am not quite sure what has happened in our world, where it is ok for high school student's to stay out all night, where girls and guys sleep at each other's homes (without a good reason, like prom or a holiday), where FB pages show pictures of teenage girls and boys half naked and their parents think that is ok. I am far from a traditional mom. I had my oldest son when I was young. I have worked very hard on establishing a very open, trusting, caring relationship with him. However, I can not be the person who sit's back and allows him to stay out all night, sleep with girlfriends, party like a rock star, and risk ruining his life all in the name of being a "cool" mom. Yet, I face the reality that parents out there are ok with all of this OR they turn their heads to it. I in turn look like the "crazy, overly concerned" mom. I am tired of it. In fact it makes me "Fit To Be Tied". While I strongly believe if parents instill morals and boundaries in their children they will use good judgement to an extent when no one is looking. However, let's face it. Society gives them the ok to do the opposite. Look at this season of Jersey Shore [ I feel guilty watching, but I do. And some of it is funny, but this season really bothered me, and that's all I will say right now. Maybe that will be another post].
I will always care. And sometimes I might cross the line. I have strong opinions in life and I admit sometimes autonomy and free will are set to the side but strictly in the name of love. So, my questions here are, How much is too much? How do you think parent's should balance care and concern with free will? Do you think parent's should allow all these pictures on face book of underage children with minimal clothes on? Should teenagers be allowed to sleep over boyfriends/girlfriends homes? Do teenagers have the ability to maintain boundaries and moral codes of conduct when unsupervised? What happened to our society????


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Travel and Tourism - Tunisia - February 2017
"The number of Russian tourists to Tunisia has grown six-fold to around 600,000 but there is still enough room for the Brits. We hope that there will be at least a partial relaxation of the travel ban for UK citizens. Our economy needs hard currencies like the Pound, the Euro and the Dollar…"
- Jessica Kelly, Senior Tourism Analyst
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- Figure 1: Direct contribution of the tourism & travel economy on employment & GDP, 2012-16
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Wow, it's been a really really long time since I last posted.
First of all, thank goodness Christmas is done and dusted. I am not a Christmas hater! There are lots of things I love about that time of the year: catching up with family and friends, end of year celebrations, summer sales and all that glorious food.
But there are also things I hate, um all that glorious food! Plus people giving me boxes of chocolate as presents! Ahhh! I wish I had the courage to give them back! But I don't, I take them and eat them and regret them. I can never even seem to throw them out. Anyway, I received maybe 2 or 3 boxes of chocolate, luckily not they were not that big.
I can't believe it's February already. I started a new job at the start of the year so the time has flown as I've been trying to get my head around everything.
But, I feel like I'm kind of getting back on track with health stuff. I put on the token and expected 2 kilos over Christmas. I think I'm down almost one. But today is day four of FebFast and I've given up sugar for the month. Yep, that crazy white stuff. I had been thinking of doing it for awhile, then a friend started a FF team, so I joined. The guidelines of FF are no refined sugar, but I'm extending it to no artificial sweetener (which I don't eat anyway) and no sugar replacements like stevia, honey or syrup of any kind. What's the point in giving up sugar when I can still buy the most amazing vegan chocolate! I know I've made it a bit harder for myself, but I feel accountable because I'm doing FF with friends. And I think it's been good going cold turkey.
I have survived four days without chocolate. I think it was a blessing that it started on the weekend, it seemed to be easier then than Monday at work. When I got to that awful 3pm time, I started thinking about hot chocolate and that jar of chocolates on someone's desk was calling me! But I didn't succumb, I survived!
It's interesting; I think I am actually thinking about food less. I love food, everything about it: buying it, preparing it and especially eating it. But today, for dinner I had a giant green smoothie! It was delish and filling.
A while back my naturopath told me that my thyroid was in the lower end of normal, and having read a lot of Sarah Wilson's blog, she talks about how her thyroid condition improved when she gave up sugar. It took awhile, and she has hashimoto's which is more severe than me, but I'm hoping I get good results too. I find it incredibly hard to lose weight so theoretically if my thyroid is working better, I should lose weight more easily.