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|The purpose of the Orchestra is to enrich the cultural landscape of Oakville by creating a passion for chamber music concerts, developing local amateur musicians of all ages, and promoting Canadian soloists.
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|City / Town ; Provincial - Trillium Foundation ; Grants - Oakville Arts Council; Community Foundation of Oakville ; Donations ; Private
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|Amateur musicians presenting the music they love in small, intimate chamber setting.
* core is string players augmented by wind, brass and percussion players, allowing for the presentation of a large musical repertoire by masters of all periods
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* subscription series of small concerts in intimate chamber setting
* youth concerto competition providing opportunity for musicians to play with the orchestra as soloist with scholarship to further musical endeavours
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Supertramp: A Micro-Sized Mobile Home
8 July, 2010
Naresh Kumar
In Brief
A simple bicycle caravan promotes a leaner way of future living.
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Sustaining the Feminist Movement: Generations of women donors are building lasting change
By ALISON R. BERNSTEIN
IN THE EARLY 1900S, KATHARINE DEXTER McCormick, a biology major from Chicago and one of just a handful of women at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, decided to take on the university's administration. In those days, women were required to wear hats to class—even in science laboratories. McCormick, the daughter of wealthy, progressive parents, protested that the fabrics and feathers were a fire hazard in the lab. After some debate, M.I.T. backed down, abolishing the silly, dangerous rule.
This early incident foreshadowed McCormick's lifelong commitment to women's equality: She became a pioneering feminist philanthropist, singlehandedly funding the research and development of the birth-control pill. And she wasn't the only woman of her time opening her purse for women's rights. A century ago, women of means with a political or social-improvement agenda often put their money where their mouths were. Whether their wealth came through inheritance, business success or divorce settlements, women philanthropists played important roles in shaping America's reform movements in education, health, welfare and, especially, women's voting rights.
At the turn of the 19th century, for example, Alva Vanderbilt Belmont was the principal benefactor of the women's suffrage movement, while famed suffragist Susan B. Anthony put up funds from her life-insurance policy to guarantee that women could be admitted to the University of Rochester. Katharine Drexel provided education for girls of American Indian and African American backgrounds; Margaret Olivia Slocum Sage endowed the social science/social welfare reform foundation that still bears her late husband Russell Sage's name. And highly successful businessperson Madame C. J. Walker invested in black colleges—especially one in Florida that was established by civil rights advocate Mary McLeod Bethune.
With the advent of the Second Wave of the women's movement, mainstream philanthropy, too, paid attention to leveling the playing field for women. Major foundations such as Ford, Carnegie and Rockefeller—whose white male founders had not been prominent advocates for women's equality—were nonetheless in the vanguard of funding projects to advance the life chances of girls and women. The Rockefeller family has provided significant support to the African American women's college Spelman; the Ford Foundation can take real credit for developing the field of women's studies both in the U.S. and overseas; and the Carnegie Corporation, in the 1970s and 1980s, focused on advancing women's leadership.
Even so, the 1980 report Far from Done, issued by the now-defunct organization Women and Foundations/Corporate Philanthropy, noted that only 6 percent of all foundation dollars were directed to projects aimed at specifically women and girls. While several major foundations were paying attention to "women's issues," the vast majority of the almost 90,000 private U.S. foundations were not.
So where are the philanthropic McCormicks, Sages and Walkers these days? After all, women now constitute 45 percent of millionaires in the U.S. And this percentage is likely to rise with increasing numbers of women making significant fortunes in high tech and other growth industries. In addition, since women are living longer than men, there will be more intergenerational transfers of wealth to wives, ex-wives, sisters and daughters.
You might not know many of their names (yet), but important feminist philanthropists are definitely out there, and they're trying to change not just women's lives but the whole notion of "women's philanthropy"—a concept that emerged in the 1980s.
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Another facet of women's philanthropy today involves networks of individual women donors who take collective action on behalf of progressive causes for women and girls. The Women Donors Network, begun in 1991, now has nearly 200 individual members nationally who leverage their giving around such issues as reproductive rights and reducing gender-based violence. Women Moving Millions, started in 2007, has more than 150 members who each pledge at least $1 million over her lifetime to advance opportunities for women and girls.
To understand the new modes of women's philanthropy, I recently interviewed several notable women donors, ranging in age from their late 30s to mid-80s and diverse in race, region and profession. With such diversity, I didn't expect all of them to have the same view of philanthropy— more specifically feminist philanthropy—and I wasn't wrong.
For example, while all felt comfortable claiming the label feminist, not all called themselves "feminist philanthropists." On the one hand, Celeste Watkins-Hayes, a distinguished younger African American scholar and donor to black women's causes and black women's studies (particularly Spelman College), says, "I am a feminist, if by that you mean someone who believes in gender equity and eliminating all forms of discrimination on the basis of gender."
But another younger philanthropist with whom I spoke, self-made multimillionaire Mellody Hobson, preferred to call herself a "humanist philanthropist." The president of Ariel, a Chicago financial services firm that is one of the largest minority-owned money management companies in the U.S., says that in her industry, "discrimination based on race is far more prevalent than gender-based discrimination." Education is her highest philanthropic priority, but not specifically for women and girls because, she noted, "minority men and boys were even more at risk of falling off the social mobility ladder which education had historically provided."
Veteran feminists Donna Hall, president and CEO of the Women Donors Network, and Peg Yorkin—the most significant single feminist funder over the last quarter century, having given more than $15 million to the Feminist Majority Foundation—both describe themselves as feminist philanthropists, but they note that you don't have to be a woman to be a feminist philanthropist. They agree that there is such a phenomenon as women's philanthropy, but didn't automatically assume it was feminist in terms of funding women-specific social movements and institutions. In fact, both seem concerned that women's philanthropy is not always as focused as it should be on funding women's movements over a sustained period of time.
Like Hall and Yorkin, Susan Berresford—the first woman to serve as president of the nation's second-largest philanthropy, the Ford Foundation—calls herself a feminist philanthropist, but argues that there is "much more complexity to the way in which feminist donors need to understand issues today." She looks for philanthropists to make a more intersectional analysis of feminist issues, including LGBT rights, the underrepresentation of minority men in higher education and the overrepresentation of minority men in prison.
Jacki Zehner, a former Goldman Sachs partner who now heads Women Moving Millions, isn't concerned about donors calling themselves feminists as long as they are advancing women's and girls' opportunities. "Feminism," she told me, "is a lens through which to engage in long-term progressive change regardless of the topic… it's not a category." As for men participating in feminist philanthropy, she says that "fewer men donors [than women] are prioritizing women and girls, but more are [than before]."
Jennifer Buffett, part of the younger generation of women philanthropists who, with her husband, Peter (son of business magnate/philanthropist Warren Buffett), 42, cofounded the NoVo Foundation to advance opportunities for women and girls, argues that many younger men are feminist in their support for women and girls. Nonetheless, she recognizes that there is a "great imbalance between the genders—men's impulses are more valued than women's." Thus she and her husband are committed to investing in women and girls so that the grantees might infuse values of collaboration and nurturing—which Jennifer Buffett associates with women—rather than the competition and violence she associates with men. "We need feminism," Buffett concludes, "to help heal the world."
Gretchen Wittenborn Johnson, wife of Johnson and Johnson heir Jim Johnson, is convinced that men and women donors have varied approaches to giving. "Different things motivate and drive us," says Johnson, 70. She is a strong supporter of promoting women leaders in all sectors, especially education and the environment, while her husband does not prioritize funding women's leadership (nor does he oppose it).
Yorkin, 86, is the most outspoken about the differences between men and women donors: "Women do it with their hearts; men with their minds." Moreover, she observed that she gives money to "strong feminist organizations," which she feels "isn't always true of a newer, younger generation of donors." What matters to Yorkin is whether women and men donors act "in a way that supports women's empowerment."
Feminist philanthropists appear to be doing something different in at least four ways. First, many prefer collective approaches—networks and collaborations. They like stretching their resources by leveraging other donors, and they like sharing insights and possibilities.
Second, they worry about advancing girls' and women's opportunities to a greater degree than does mainstream philanthropy—perhaps because they apply a "gendersensitive" lens when looking at proposals or funding approaches. Third, they are likely to involve men as allies in their efforts to "level the playing field." This may be as simple as realizing that making more opportunities available for girls and women requires that men become engaged in feminist projects.
Finally, feminist philanthropists—if not all foundations and donors—are demanding more accountability from their grantees than in the past. They want to know what difference their funding is making, and they frequently rely on quantifiable metrics to learn what's working. This trend seems to be especially true of women philanthropists, according to the Center on Philanthropy at Indiana University. Surveys conducted by the center indicate that women donors are more engaged than men in the work of their grantees, and as a result want to have a prominent role in determining how their dollars are being spent.
This is both good news and bad. The good news is that feminist projects are likely to get more serious attention from women funders (and a "few good men") who support gender equity as a core value and are willing to take the long view. This could translate into sustained commitments and more impactful giving. It could also translate into movement building—not just funding single-issue or "siloed" projects, but organizations that tackle multiple aspects of women's empowerment.
The downside of these trends is that "engaged" donors are tempted to dictate the outcomes of their grant-making. In keeping with feminist principles, these donors should instead trust those closest to the problems of inequity and gender-based discrimination to decide themselves what needs to be done and how. In this way, feminist donors will chart a truly path-breaking course— funding long-term projects that will inevitably shape a more humane and equitable future for us all.
ALISON R. BERNSTEIN is director of the Institute for Women's Leadership and professor of history at Rutgers University. She is a former vice president of the Ford Foundation.
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- AnonymousFebruary 24, 2009 at 11:05 AM
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Health effects of ownership of and attachment to companion animals in an older population
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Background: Two reasons for the inconclusiveness of the literature on the health effects of pet ownership are (1) failure to control for other known influences on health, and (2) inadequate consideration of the nature of the emotional relationship between owners and their companion animals.Purpose: The main aims were to develop a measure of pet attachment that reflects psychologists' use of the attachment concept, and to see if pet ownership or attachment added to the health variance explained by known predictors.Method: Community-living older adults (n = 314) gave information by interview using structured questions and standardized scales. Multiple regressions were then conducted to examine the possible predictive role of health habits, human social supports, pet ownership, and owners' attachment to the pet, on health and well-being.Results: The pet attachment measure showed good internal reliability. After controlling for other variables, neither pet ownership nor pet attachment added significantly to explained variance in health and well-being.Conclusions: The health of elderly people is related to their health habits and social supports but not to their ownership of, or attachment to, a companion animal.
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Luxury lakeside living, The Lakes by yoo, England
The Lakes by yoo is set in the heart of The Cotswolds and is the perfect weekend retreat at just over an hour's drive outside of London, England.
Set around a network of six lakes spread over 650 rural acres, The Lakes by yoo is a joint venture with The Raven Group and is a unique combination of beautiful country living and all the urban luxury you could imagine – from very stylish interior design to a concierge service that can have your home prepared for your arrival and your fridge stocked when you arrive. The eco-chic homes by yoo is a number of firsts all rolled into one development – it's the first time yoo has gone to the country (in The Cotswolds) and it's the first time Jade Jagger for yoo designs have been available in the UK. Buyers at The Lakes can pick which plot their home will be on as well as a choice of interior design from: the yoo in-house design studio, Jade Jagger designs for yoo, or Kelly Hoppen designs for yoo. Minimalist in design, they bring sleek modern city glamour to the weekend country retreat.
Within easy traveling distance from London, the luxury homes are a second home concept hoping to help busy families return to a nostalgic form of weekending based around a commitment to quality time and fun.
The Lakes strive to adhere to a concept of sustainable luxury, with a dedicated on-site ecology manager responsible for creating and maintaining wildlife and flora habitat, including nationally scarce species. Other sustainable initiatives at The Lakes include an on-site organic farmers market, the usage of sustainable timber in the construction process and the option for owners to purchase solar panels, rainwater harvesting and wind turbines on their homes.
From the outside, homes at The Lakes by yoo look identical; sleek contemporary glass-fronted houses over-looking the Clearwater lakes. The floor to ceiling windows flood the interiors with light and each home has a large decked area that extends over the lake.
In addition to the luxury waterside homes, there is the option of a home style designed around a rural loft or barn. These homes will each be set within a woodland plot measuring one acre and inspired by local agricultural style buildings and architecture. Using natural Cotswold stone roof tiles and green oak, these traditionally styled, yet contemporary homes, complete with outdoor pools, are surrounded by the estate's lush woodland offering total privacy.
For the interiors, you have various interior design options to choose from; designs by yoo's in-house design team led by Julieann Humphryes and those created by Jade Jagger and Kelly Hoppen—these homes certainly have the wow factor.
Both minimalists in design they bring sleek modern city glamour to the weekend country retreat—where do we sign?
For more information or to buy visit thelakesbyyoo.com or telephone: +44 (0) 1367 250066.
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It's that time again, and we're excited to be gearing up for Microsoft Worldwide Partner Conference 2007 to be held July 10-12 at the Colorado Convention Center in downtown Denver. There will be people from the marketing, apps, and support teams attending.
Registration opens Wednesday, 4/18 on the WPC site. If you are planning on attending, register ASAP – this event sold out by the beginning of June last year.
- In 2006, the event drew 7,000 partners representing over 3,500 organizations and 88 countries
- 10,000 attendees are expected this year – anticipate 14% to be MBS partners
- 92% of partner attendees are Gold/Certified; 75% have attended for 4+ years
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'Kendra' Recap: Kendra Hooks Her Friend Up With A New Man & Hank Is On The Job Hunt!
While Hank flies to NYC to dig up some additional income during the football lockout, Kendra tries to help a friend in the love department using a matchmaker.
On the Oct. 9 episode of Kendra, Kendra Wilkinson & Hank Baskett enlist the help of some trusted friends. Kendra turns to her neighbor and resident matchmaker/relationship expert, Lisa Conrad Cohen, to help Hank Jr.'s nanny and Kendra's longtime friend, Victoria Fuller, find love again after a messy divorce. Hank goes to NYC to speak with his agent, Jim Ivler, — whom he says is like family — to drum up some money.
Victoria and her ex-husband John, previous contestants on The Amazing Race, have a daughter together and Victoria is looking to put her life back together with a more compatible mate. Lisa thinks she has just the guy for her, but we have to wait until next week to see if they are a match!
Hank is hopeful in New York that he may be able to score some endorsement deals. Jim suggests Hank put his name behind a beverage company or enter the world of fashion, modeling for famous fashion designer, Perry Ellis.
Kendra also hits a fashion high note, scoring a fabulous photoshoot for Glamoholic magazine. She loves the change of pace from photoshoots in sexy and scandalous outfits to wearing more high fashion (and covered-up!) clothing.
What do you think, HollyMoms — aren't Kendra and Hank such a great couple? They make family and friends a priority!
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Events Articles
Independent Kendall House Reunion To Be Announced 2017. Organised by Ex Kendall House Residents
Totally Independent of the Church of England and all ex Kendall House residents can participate. Updated
No2abuse Failing to Care Debate 6th July 2009 Part 1
Thankyou message from Teresa Cooper owner of No2abuse
Failing to Care – Back to Basics. Debate at Westminster 6th July 7-9pm
Channel 4 Failure to Care Debate - The Apology - No2abuse
World Mental Health Day Protest: Demanding Alternatives to 'Chemical Cosh' Psychiatric Treatment
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Motilo Makes Me Click
Some of my Motilo creations from 2013.
I really like that I have option to imagine an outfit and then find every single item on Motilo's site.
Truth to be said, sometimes I have way more fun by looking for the perfect item, even though I'm not content with the final product. Here are some of my recent wannabe outfits. Really hope you like it. Find more here.
See you soon. Here.
Much love,
Sweet Tooth
Between the shows
Be my bohemian friend
LFW in case of raining
Killa Wang


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The Star Wars MP3 Player excels at being average
With the Star Wars trilogy (and yes it's just a trilogy) being what it is, they can slap their name on pretty much anything they like. That includes this shiny new MP3 player. It may not have anything special about it, it is after all just a random nameless MP3 player. However, it has Darth Vader slapped on the front giving it lots more geek appeal. Why they couldn't just do something cool with a normal iPod, we'll never know. Yet, I'm sure plenty will line up to pick up one of these slightly generic MP3 players.
Unfortunately it's sold out on Amazon and if you'd like to try to get a hold of it, you have to jump through a couple of hoops to get it. I'm always scared when a site asks me to list the maximum price I'm willing to pay before they tell me the price. It is being sold through IMC Toys and there is no date as to when these will be available again. The MP3 speccs are pretty bland, it has 512MB and a radio function, nothing all that exciting there. You can attempt to get one by going here.
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I have previously expressed some doubts as to the reliability of the the recollections of Ms Pauline Seal (in 1923) as a source of information on the history of the Brisbane Band in 1857.
In the middle of Miss Seal's hagiography[1] of her father's role in the promotion of music in Brisbane, we find one curious anecdote purporting to have taken place immediately upon the arrival of the four musicians
... they went in search of a room, in which to conduct their practice. Longing eyes were centred on a room in the back of the old North Brisbane Hotel. Feeling rather nervous, Mr Seal approached the wealthy proprietor, Sergeant-Major Walker ... he was rebuked with the reply of "Tut mon, I would noo allow my hotel to be made a public show of by musicians ...
What could be the (historical) importance of such a seemingly trivial incident in which one Scots publican declined the patronage of a group of newly-arrived non-British itinerant musicians? Particularly when the next sentence indicates that they found a suitable room just one block away.
The meaning becomes clear when you realise that Sergeant-Major Walker was Pauline's grandfather. A family tale that he had not thought much of his future son-in-law on first meeting is given an almost biblical dimension as Andreas and August and their soon-to-be-born Band are turned away from the inn into the night.
We are reminded again that this is not dispassionate reportage but deeply committed family history written in the last few months of the life of Pauline's mother and rich with personal meaning that needs to be pared away to reveal the underpinning facts.
[1] Records of Early Australian Musicians The Brisbane Courier 14 April 1923 page 17; Brisbane Bands Early Records Interesting Reminiscences 16 June 1923 page 18; Early Musicians on the Wallaby 1 December 1923 page 19


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Hall and Oates are having a moment. The duo behind eight platinum and seven gold records have seen their share of popularity, but, let's be honest, they weren't exactly considered cool back in those chart-topping days. Sure, we bought the records and sang "Private Eyes" in the shower, but it wasn't as though teen boys were lamenting their inability to grow out a righteous Oates-like mustache. Even as the eighties nostalgia wave of recent years rekindled the love for British new wave and spandex clad hair bands, the great pop act of the decade seemed to have been relegated into the same category you would lump Chia pets and Dynamite Magazine. They got attention, but more as parody than genuine popularity.
Then a funny thing happened. Maybe it was Joseph Gordon-Levitt reminding everyone how nice it is to be in love, or Chromeo and the Plain White T's showing up at Daryl's House, but Hall and Oates went from being a band hipsters regarded with irony to one deemed kind of cool. Adorable duo, The Bird and the Bee put out a Hall and Oates cover album in 2010. Fitz and the Tantrums paid Hall a visit and then headlined with the band at Bumbershoot in 2011. Already this year they've appeared on the finale of The Voice, been covered in a van, and gotten love from fanboy fave, Allison Brie.
So it was no surprise to find an eager audience of PBR swilling hipsters intertwined with longtime fans at the Tower on Saturday night. The front orchestra seats were filled with three decade devotees, while the cheap seats skewed to a much younger demographic. Maybe it was this generational separation or the early start time for the gig (7PM), but it took a while for the audience to really get into the show. They weren't alone. Despite Charles DeChant's lively solo, the first song of the night, "Maneater" was lacking spontaneity. Just as the audience started to warm up after the hits, "Family Man" and "Out of Touch", the band moved onto the lesser-known tracks, "How Does it Feel to Be Back", "Las Vegas Turnaround" and "It's a Laugh". While the next few songs were also more subdued, the crowd happily sang along to "She's Gone" and "Sara Smile".
Both encores were filled with the band's biggest hits. Fans joined in on "Rich Girl" and "You Make My Dreams Come True". By the time the band introductions were being made, everyone was on their feet for "Kiss on My List".
Saturday night's show wasn't perfect. The backing band had tremendous enthusiasm during the entire show, but there were times when you couldn't help but wonder if maybe Hall and Oates, themselves, are kind of bored playing the same old songs. Nonetheless, I don't think you would find a single disgruntled person in the crowd. When you have a catalog filled with great pop songs, it's hard to disappoint.
LJ Moskowitz is a photographer and writer based out of New Jersey specializing in concert, product and fine art photography. She is an active member of the National Press Photographers Association and Professional Photographers of America. You can find her at Shutterchick Photography, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.


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My buddy Mike and I went this last weekend to scout some new area in the backcountry of Utah. For many years we have talked about hiking a certain mountain in central region of Utah, and Last weekend we finally did it. This Mountain range was steep, rugged and strenuous to hike, which was the reason it took us so many years to hike it. For the most part there was no trail to use. The night before it rained and so everything was wet. Not long into our hike we were drenched and the water from our legs ran right into our boots. By the time we reached the top our boots where full of water. Despite all the blisters and sore muscles that came the following day, seeing this buck made it all worth it. This buck has cheaters on both sides plus eye guards which makes him a 6X6 with a width of about 26 inches. This buck gets me even more excited for the bowhunt (almost two weeks away) to start. Besides from seeing this big buck we saw a few does and came across some bear track. It's not too late for you to go and spot the buck you are going to go after.
Thursday, July 30, 2009
Scouting the Backcountry
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Friday, July 3, 2009
Preseason Scouting
It is time,once again, to dust off the hiking boots and start scouting new country in search of your dream buck. I know I haven't done much preseason scouting in the past because of the lack of time. This year is going to be different. I want to check out some new backcountry and find the buck that will win the "Da Man Trophy". We are going to checkout some new country in the Central Region of Utah. The area we are going to hike into should produce some big bucks. Don't be like me the previous years and procrastinate preseason scouting.
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We first featured stunning Michael Toscano a couple of years ago with amazing work by Abel Cruz, Jorge Freire and Edwin J'Lebron (make sure to check his previous posts by clicking on the labels at the end of this post). We didn't get to do an interview with him at the time, so his visit to London was the perfect opportunity to meet up with him and ask him a few questions.
And we weren't going to pass on the chance to take a few casual shots of him with the fantastic backdrop that London provides. On first meeting him you are not only struck by how stunning he looks, but also by how warm and friendly he is.
Michael is from Rochester, upstate New York and as his name suggests, he is of Italian origins. He says that he is very family oriented, they mean the world to him and that he takes pride in representing his heritage.
It is blindingly obvious how Michael takes his training and healthy living seriously. His stunning physique can vouch for this. Enjoy the interview and make sure to check Michael's work!
Vital statistics:
Height: 5'10"
Weight: 195lb
Waist: 32"
Waist: 32"
Chest: 42"
Hair: brown
Eyes: brown
Make sure to check Michael's facebook page
All copyrights to DJDPhotography
Here's Michael's interview in full
Michael, it is amazing to finally meet with you in London and spend some time visiting some fantastic buildings and sites.
I really enjoy all the architecture.
It is your first time in London, right? How do you like it so far?
It is my first time in Europe. I am really enjoying my experience here in London and how friendly the people are.
So, you are from up state New York and have an Italian background ... would you like to talk to us about this?
I am originally from Rochester, New York but currently live in Ithaca, New York. I grew up with a big Italian family. Both my ethnicity and family are a huge part of my life. I was fortunate enough to grow up with four sets of grandparents, the Salotti's (mothers parents), Iacovelli's (stepfathers parents), Toscano's (fathers dad), and Valente's (fathers mothers remarried name). Having all this family really helped me grow as a person and realise how important staying close to your family truly is.
You have an amazing physique Michael; how do you keep in shape and healthy? Do you practise any sports?
Fitness and nutrition have become a huge part of my life. I have always been into staying in shape and being healthy, because I have played sports my whole life. I was a two sport collegiate athlete where I wrestled and played football.
What are your top three favourite gym exercises and why?
I really don't have any favourite exercises, although my favourite muscles group if I had to choose would be shoulders. I think my main focus is to keep my body symmetrical and proportional. So it is important to work each muscle group just as much as the other.
And what's the best form of cardio for you?
Although I am a lot bigger than when I was in college playing sports, I still like to keep my athleticism and agility up to par. My favourite form of cardio is either sprints on the track or field or HIIT (High-Intensity Interval Training).
How how do you keep motivated?
My best way to stay motivated is constantly setting goals. Training all year round can definitely get hard at times without something to work towards. By me setting goals I constantly have something to work towards which keeps me focused and gives me drive to achieve them.
Honestly Michael, is it difficult to fit training and fitness into your life?
Since fitness is a part of my life it isn't a matter of fitting it in my life, because it is my life. I think anybody can sacrifice even a few hours a week to the gym or some form of exercise. It is highly important to a long lasting life.
And what about modelling? How did it come about? What do you enjoy the most about it?
The whole modelling gig kind of just happened by chance. It's more of a hobby and something I enjoy. Luckily for the social networking sites out there I was noticed through Facebook and one shoot led to the next. More than anything I enjoy the travelling that comes with the modelling and meeting new people. It also gives me things to work towards.
Let's talk about photoshoots ... how do you prepare for them?
Everybody's body reacts to certain training regiments and diets differently. I obviously have not perfected my regiments by any means, but I have my body pretty well figured out. My constant variety in weight training routines and carb cycling diet has seemed to work best for me.
I have to say that you are a very good looking guy – what do you think is your best asset?
If I had to choose a best asset I would definitely go with my personality. I am a very humble person and enjoy meeting and making new friends I think it is very important to never make judgements based on what you've heard. I like to give everyone a chance and judge them based on how they treat me. Respect and loyalty are two huge traits that were early distilled into me.
And if you could change one thing about your body, what would that be?
If I could improve anything it would 100% be my calves. They are the hardest muscles for me to see gains in.
You must have had your share of challenges; how do you approach them?
I truly believe that God will not give me anything I can't handle. I realise that some times are beyond tough and you don't know how you will get past them. But then I look back on those challenging moments and realise I am here now and I did get past them. I believe that those challenges only make us stronger as a human being.
I'm sure you are very busy with your training and work, but what do you do in your down time?
I enjoy spending time with my family. As I said, family is a very important part of my life. I also enjoy hanging with my friends.
Do you have any role models? People who inspire you?
My Papa Salotti has been a role model and someone I've looked up to my whole life. He is the most hard working, tough nosed man I have ever met. He has taught me so many life lessons and continues to everyday. He will be 83 this August and still such a tough man. I strive everyday to make him happy and teach the lessons I've learned to others.
Now a few quick fun questions Michael ... hope you are game! Do you think you are a good date?
I definitely think I am a good date. I am always positive and just down to have a good time. If you can laugh then you are sure to have a fun time.
What do you think is the secret to a good relationship?
I think the two most important things to keep a relationship stable are TRUST and COMMUNICATION.
Now ... are you a brief man or a boxer kinda guy?
For the most part briefs
What do you listen to on your iPod?
I grew up with my parents really being into music and it always being on. I have a wide variety on my I-pod. I enjoy house, 80's, 90's, RnB, dub-step and really anything with a good beat.
What's your favourite song or piece of music to play while training or running?
Anything that's upbeat and fast paced.
What kind of movies do you like?
Either action of scary.
Michael, what can't you live without?
My family
Could you finish these two sentences for me? You wouldn't know, but I'm very good at ...
But ... I'm just not very good at ...
Being patient!
In your opinion ... what's the best thing ever invented?
iPod or cell phone. I remember in middle school running in the winter to make weight for wrestling and my CD player skipping every 15 seconds.
Could you tell me what three words describe you best?
Humble, funny, respectful.
One last question Michael, where do you see yourself and what would you like to be doing in let's say 10 years time?
The next actor for Superman.
I'll be on the front row at the world premiere ... Michael, it has been a truly great pleasure meeting with you in London and being able to interview you! Enjoy London and all the best for the future!


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"The European reaction to Obama is a European delusion ... This whole election campaign deals with soaring rhetoric, hope, change, all sorts of things, but not with issues."
Here's a video interview on this theme.
"The European reaction to Obama is a European delusion ... This whole election campaign deals with soaring rhetoric, hope, change, all sorts of things, but not with issues."
Here's a video interview on this theme.
Always trust Chomsky for the odd comfort of a structural view on things. (Homeowners look for comfort where we can find it.)
With regard to "european delusions" a couple of things springs to mind: first, that the presidental campaign is making it obvious how limited the European understanding of US politics really is. We just don't have a clue about what goes on out there in Virginia or Texas, and thus cling to Obama for, well, hope. Secondly, only European postmodernists are delusional from Chomskys point of view, because we tend to believe that politics begins and ends with communication.
The funny, yet scary, side of this? In Europe the conservatives and reactionaries are even better than the liberals when it comes to making strategic use of political rhetorics. In this light, I find it a sympathetic trait in McCain that he is so obviously struggling in mass-mediated politics. European conservatives are more difficult to rule out.
I don't know if you can characterize the "European" reaction to Obama as a monolithic thing. Sarkozy for instance has said that Obama is arrogant, and puerile, especially in regards to his would-be actions in Iraq. There has been an amazing coalition in Iraq now for five years. Obama will simply go in and say, no more of this, I know better than everyone, and wham bam, act unilaterally, for example.
Chomsky has something of that same arrogance.
Ralph Nader has it.
Bush was on the other hand a team player who built patient coalitions, and worked toward peace.
Blessed are the peacemakers.
Kirby, you really ARE surreal!
Soren: I think Obama has a deeper, richer sense of rhetoric. Rhetoric as a way of establishing common ground that was not there before the speech act. The right still sees rhetoric as a console of buttons you press to get preconditioned audiences to flock to their assigned areas.
That's probably why they have such a hard time understanding the idea of meeting world leaders "without preconditions".
I think you are probably underestimating the right. There is no difference in sophistication of the means, only of messages.
I should clarify: it's not so much a failure of intelligence or sophistication. It's an ideological barrier to the exercise of intelligence.
I think the right is committed intellectually to a particular understanding of communication, a particular rhetorical philosophy, you might say.
The left is ideologically committed to another kind of rhetoric.
It is too simplistic, of course, to simply swallow, hook, line and sinker, Obama's rhetoric of unification over McCain's rhetoric of division. But I don't think it's completely misplaced.
Republicans speak to a "silent majority" (Nixon's phrase). Democrats are forced to speak to a vocal but motley crew of so-called "liberals" who don't always have a reason to work together.
That is, they have different ways of constructing their constituencies. This time around, the Democrats are have greater success in bringing the elements of the left together (in the middle) than the Republicans are having bringing elements of the right forward (to the middle).
In general, they may be equally talented. But this year one side is, apparently, brilliant.
I want to stress my basic point: McCain (and the right to which he is now increasingly wedding himself) does not believe in bringing a diversity of people together (for a diversity of reasons). He wants to talk to one homogeneous group, hoping that it will be big enough. Obama wants to see how big a group he can construct on a much more open platform. Straight talk is not going to do it, but a sophisticated rhetoric seems to be.
the democrats are having TROUBLE bringing them forward
Caesar non supra grammaticos.
I am a grammarian.
We will or we will not cry together.
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The Irresistible Me rotating curling iron makes curling easier because there's no fiddly part of wrapping the hair sections around the wand. You simply pop the end of your hair section under the clip and rotate left or right depending on how you want the curl (and the direction you've clipped the hair in). I soon learnt that it was important to clip your hair in the right direction for the curl otherwise you end up with a dodgy looking kink at the bottom of the curl.
Practice certainly makes perfect though and I'm getting better!
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Frustrated on 07/21/2011
DO NOT MOVE INTO THIS APARTMENT! I was only living here a month and a half (starting June 2011) when I discovered bed bugs. I went into the building with NONE and discovered eight full-grown plus three babies before getting out of there.
The company REFUSES to spray the whole apartment making it impossible for the bed bugs to be gone completely so even when they offer to spray your unit, chances are the bed bugs are just going to move across the hall and come back in a bit.
I have lost my la
st month's rent deposit, plus an extra $350, plus extravagant costs to replace my mattress, couch, pillows, costs of drycleaning and laundering EVERYTHING. Not to mention, I've been displaced from the city and can't afford to move back until I am out of my lease. DID I MENTION I AM STUDENT?
If you move into this building you will face nothing but problems with bugs and the exorbitant costs to get rid of them. STAY AWAY FROM 40 EARL ST. IF YOU DON'T WANT BEDBUGS.
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|Gotta get the Ikea sofa OUT!
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Monday, 23 April 2012
Farewell Old Blogger, Old Pal!
Bloggie friends!!
I see Charlie through the window!
He stretches out with paws and tail a-kimbo!
Paws up who's been weeping over the new look blogger?! (Me! Me! LOL!)
If you have any problems etc please do register your constructive criticisms here and let's hope Blogger designers will listen (well we can only try!).
Also this blog - The Real Blogger Status: what blogger won't tell you is very helpful with updates and Blogger news.
Happy blogging!
82 comments:
- klahanie said...
Hey Old Kitty,
I absolutely hate the new blogger interface. I didn't want it and yet, without an option, there it is.
With that, I shall now blogger off....
- 23 April 2012 at 00:12
- Pat @ Mille Fiori Favoriti said...
I am determined to learn the new blogger formats, Jenn, as I like a challenge. I will certainly visit and keep on hand the links you've provided if I hit a snag along the way.
PS: Charlie looks like he is practicing yoga! :)
- 23 April 2012 at 00:22
- ABBY said...
Yep we had the same thing this week. It is very similar but there are differences. For me the aggravating thing is that there are NO directions on how to use the new interface. YOU have to figure it out, c'mon. Doesn't it make sense to at least tell us in an email (it's not like they don't have our email address) when we are going to be switched and how to use the new controls.
Well Charlie we hope your Monday is better than ours.
- 23 April 2012 at 00:34
- Fuzzy Tales said...
When the new Blogger came out, I switched, then about 5 minutes later switched back to the old. LOL.
However, a couple of months ago I switched both my accounts over to the new Blogger and it wasn't as hard to get used as I had anticipated.
I hope you find it easy going too!
- 23 April 2012 at 00:35
- m.q said...
Happy Monday Charlie,
and beautiful Jennifer
- 23 April 2012 at 00:37
- Prancer Pie said...
Oh, thank you! We got the new blogger back several months ago and still are not happy with it. That pic pleases us much more than silly old blogger!
- 23 April 2012 at 00:46
- Nas Dean said...
Just as I was so used to the old blogger now have to re-learn all over again!
Hi to Charlie!
- 23 April 2012 at 00:56
- Brian said...
Oh I heard they went and new and improved again! Howdy Charlie!
- 23 April 2012 at 00:58
- mshatch said...
yeah not sure about this new blogger yet. I'm having some trouble with pictures. Ask me in a couple of weeks.
Charlie obviously could care less.
- 23 April 2012 at 01:20
- Melissa Ann Goodwin said...
Hello dear lady, my husband has had terrible troubles with blogger. I thought he might hurl his netbook across the room. Fortunately he hasn't done that, but I will advise him to register his complaints.
- 23 April 2012 at 01:20
- Natalie Aguirre said...
Thanks for sharing the link. I accidentally upgraded a few months ago. The biggest problem for me is getting multiple book covers to align properly when I'm doing a big giveaway. If you figure it out, let me know.
- 23 April 2012 at 01:33
- Alex J. Cavanaugh said...
I'll check out the real blogger status.
I started using the new interface last year, so fortunately I am used to it. But you aren't the only one having issues with the forced switch. And none of my scheduled posts are posting!! Before I go to bed tonight, I'll have to force Monday's post to go live a little early or risk waking up to no post.
- 23 April 2012 at 01:49
- Sharon K. Mayhew said...
I've tried to add a couple new blog friends to my blog roll. New blogger will let me add them, but change their blog titles to their real names....
- 23 April 2012 at 03:02
- Manzanita said...
I never do well with change... ggrrr
I had all my posts for A -Z ready to go with one click and I discovered blogger had put the new one on.
OMG.... I couldn't find my posts and I didn't know my way around and at first thought I had to quit. FINALLY, I found my way.
- 23 April 2012 at 03:02
- Cheri said...
We don't like the new Blogger but found that you can go back to the old format by clicking on the little wheel symbol on the right. We are resisting change!
- 23 April 2012 at 03:37
- Clarissa Draper said...
Yes, it's really sad. I hope things improve soon.
- 23 April 2012 at 04:03
- Jay Paoloni said...
Hmm, honestly there was nothing wrong with blogger's old look. I was just fine with it. Hope its features are going to work a bit better with this one though.
Charlie's the luckiest one: he couldn't care less!!
- 23 April 2012 at 04:58
- Romance Book Haven said...
I hate the new Blogger update.
- 23 April 2012 at 05:17
- Adam said...
I like the new look
- 23 April 2012 at 05:33
- Helena said...
I have had SUCH major tech problems with my blog. Right now I'm just happy it's still up and running. But if I could change the layout and other stuff, I would. As for search engine/ Google problems, I've got those too. Thanks for the link, which I'll be checking out.
And say hi to Charlie.
- 23 April 2012 at 07:48
- Lynda R Young said...
My blogger changed and I found the button to convert back to the old blogger because I really really really don't like the new blogger. It's functionality is terrible!
- 23 April 2012 at 08:45
- dArtagnan Rumblepurr/Diego Hamlet Moonfur said...
Lookin' good Charlie!! You're a natural born model!
- 23 April 2012 at 08:59
- The Chair Speaks said...
Our 'senior' human doesn't really understand the new blogger. :(
- 23 April 2012 at 10:01
- Mark said...
I've been using it since they started having it and I haven't really found any problems with it.
- 23 April 2012 at 11:12
- Simon Kewin said...
Thanks for that - the new interface has been causing me some problems that's for sure.
- 23 April 2012 at 11:21
- Jemi Fraser said...
I had all my A-Z posts scheduled and when I switched early to look at the updated site (and couldn't switch back), it changed all the spacing in my posts. I had to go back in and make the spacing normal again. *sigh*
- 23 April 2012 at 12:22
- Marg said...
Hi there Charlie. You are looking terrific. Yup the new blogger has everyone all messed up. I will never understand why they have to change everything around. Take care.
- 23 April 2012 at 12:52
- Hannah and Lucy said...
We have been trying the "new" version of blogger for a few weeks but have decided to move our blog to WordPress - hopefully moving will be as easy as people say but there again but it may be a few days yet.
Luv Hannah and Lucy xx xx
- 23 April 2012 at 12:54
- Hannah and Lucy said...
You have a very clean tummy Charlie - Mum would love to snorgle it so watch out! Mum is going to blog for a few more days here and is preparing to move us to WordPress - we hope some of our furrends will join us.
Luv Hannah and Lucy xx xx
- 23 April 2012 at 13:01
- Deborah said...
Hey Charlie, You look so relaxed. A great way to start the week!
- 23 April 2012 at 13:48
- KarenMcG said...
Charlie, you've got a really good stretch going on there. You showing off or something?
- 23 April 2012 at 13:55
- Theresa Milstein said...
Old Kitty, I was pretty upset when they changed Gmail. I think it's less efficient. But I've been having an easier time uploading photos on the new Blogger. But I keep forgetting to pick my tags and put the titles before I publish!
Good luck coping with the changes. And thank you for the complaint link.
Happy week!
- 23 April 2012 at 14:13
- Theresa Milstein said...
I forgot to mention how fluffy and sweet Charlie is looking here! Spring really suits him.
- 23 April 2012 at 14:13
- Cezar and Léia said...
wow Charlie looks happy enjoying the grass outside, beautiful picture!
Thanks for the hints about blogger, my mammy will check it as we are having problems to set stuffs in my my post.
purrs and love
Luna and mammy Léia
- 23 April 2012 at 14:38
- Teresa Ashby said...
Charlie is such a handsome boy.
I haven't seen this new look blogger yet - but I have heard tell and I quake every time I log on for fear of what awaits. Thanks for the links x
- 23 April 2012 at 14:47
- Words A Day said...
I dont have new look yet, but I really am slow to notice things!
- 23 April 2012 at 14:52
- Talli Roland said...
I switched over to the new blogger a while back, so it all looks the same to me now!
Love that pic of Charlie!
- 23 April 2012 at 15:19
- Hart Johnson said...
Oh, Charlie looks so happy in the sun! And THANK YOU for that link. I hate, hate, hate the new blogger interface!
- 23 April 2012 at 15:58
- William Kendall said...
I'm doing a lot of grinding my teeth. Not happy about it at all.
Charlie needs to have a sit-down with the blogger people and scratch their eyes out.
- 23 April 2012 at 16:20
- Ginger Jasper said...
Lots of trouble with the new blogger and many friends having trouble. Mum will check out that site.. Hugs GJ xx
- 23 April 2012 at 16:25
- The Furries of Whisppy said...
We're using the new Blogger interface and have so far found nothing really bad about it....yet
- 23 April 2012 at 17:39
- Maria McKenzie said...
Thanks for that bloggie info! Charlie looks quite relaxed--what a life--lucky for him he doesn't have to deal with Blogger;).
- 23 April 2012 at 18:13
- Brigid said...
I agree, its all very shiny and new. Charlie has the right idea:)
- 23 April 2012 at 18:38
- Tracy Jo said...
Thank you for the information about where to go on Blogger for constructive criticism. I was having trouble with my blog a week ago and it is so frustrating trying to find help. I did finally though so that is good. :-) I so LOVE Charlie! He looks so content and happy chillin in the sun. Hugs!
- 23 April 2012 at 18:53
- Rene said...
Blogger is always changing, it seems--sort of like Facebook!
- 23 April 2012 at 19:33
- Repositório said...
Hi Charlie, have a nice week!!!
- 23 April 2012 at 20:34
- Madeleine Maddocks said...
I can't decide, there's things i like about it and things I hate. It seems that posting/editing is more laborious for sure.
Charlie looks so dreamy and relaxed.
- 23 April 2012 at 20:36
- Stina Lindenblatt said...
Someone else complained on their post today about the new look. I don't like it either. And I know as soon as I figure it out, it will change again. :(
- 23 April 2012 at 23:48
I was shocked seeing the new look a few days ago. Since I'm doing A-Z and I'm on it everyday, I've adjusted for the most part. I haven't tried all the functions yet.
Thanks for the link.
- 23 April 2012 at 23:51
- Carol Kilgore said...
Thanks for the links. I'm going to check them out.
- 23 April 2012 at 23:53
- Eileen said...
Phew...I thought for a minute you were leaving blogspot! Then I read the rest of the post. I'm getting used to the change but can't seem to locate some of the functions I had before (resizing photos). But then I was relatively new to the whole world of blogging and hadn't figured out the old one yet, lol!
Charlie looks so happy to be hanging out in the sun! Enjoy!!!
- 24 April 2012 at 01:12
- Cat Chat With Caren And Cody said...
I HATE the new blogger!! So much so in fact that months ago when I first tried it I switched right back.
Do you use post scheduling? I do and it is NOT working! Hasn't worked since they changed it. I report it but I swear there are no humans that work for Blogger.
On a brighter note, Charlie looks sooooooo floofy and handsome lounging in the sun!
- 24 April 2012 at 03:32
- the writing pad said...
Eek - only just seen changes to Blogger - thanks for the heads up ... have discovered small cog icon, top right, which allows me to use the old blogger interface ... I know - it's cowardly and shameful ....but no time just now to get my head round the new one :-)
- 24 April 2012 at 10:37
- Pk Hrezo said...
Yes, I'm still trying to get used to it. :( But thanks for the links!! That should be helpful. Have a good one! :)
- 24 April 2012 at 11:08
- Jill Kemerer said...
Your kitty is beautiful! I had a gorgeous Himalayan for years but had to say goodbye to dear Cookie 18 months ago. I still miss her! Love seeing your kitty today. :)
- 24 April 2012 at 13:39
- Father Tom said...
Sun and a good stretch. I love it!
Thank you all so much for your comforting words when we lost Trapper. He's sorely missed, especially by mom Julie. He patiently sat by her side many hours while she worked. (we, the cats, I have to admit, came and went)
Have a wonderful day, knowing you're much appreciated for your kindnesses. xx
Tom, Mom Julie, Mitty, Tinker & Anastasia
- 24 April 2012 at 15:19
- cleemckenzie said...
I'm getting used to it even with its quirky and mysterious links. It took me the longest time to remember how to pull up my scheduled posts! Why did that have to be a mystery?
The biggest problem is editing a scheduled post. You have to reenter the time with each edit, or the scheduler (I picture him as an evil dwarf) sets a different time. Sheesh!
- 24 April 2012 at 16:55
- The Golden Eagle said...
I've been noticing a lot of posts about the new interface. I actually ended up with it sometime last year since I use draft.blogger.com; I remember that it was rather confusing when they first switched! Hope it doesn't give you too much trouble.
The Golden Eagle
The Eagle's Aerial Perspective
- 24 April 2012 at 19:36
- Tracy said...
I am, I am...thanks for asking Charlie. The biggest thing I don't like aobut the new blogger is when I do an automatic post, it doesn't post it for me. It makes me wonder if I don't know how to tell time and I ask my husband what time zone we are in becuase maybe I don't have it correct :)
Charlie, I just want to reach out and pat that belly!
- 24 April 2012 at 20:24
- Annalisa Crawford said...
I've been using the new style for ages - in fact, I didn't realise everyone else wasn't!
- 24 April 2012 at 20:39
- Soggibottom said...
I thought it was just me :-) BUT HAVE BEEN HERE BEFORE WITH CHANGE REF BLOGGER..........
BUT thought that maybe we could all revolt and moan :-) OH SO MANY HAVE ... I have only been here tonight :-) All over the world too. AH LADIES... I really don't mind change. I do and can, but please.. it has to WORK :-)
IS IT ME has to be the the header :-) X X X
- 24 April 2012 at 22:48
- Michelle said...
I changed over a while back ... I'm used to it now... It just takes time.
- 24 April 2012 at 23:03
- LynNerdKelley said...
Ah, yes, I've been stumbling around blogger. Changes like this drive me crazy. Thanks for that link. I'll go read it right now to get the scoop!
- 25 April 2012 at 01:09
- Romance Reader said...
My Blogger didn't change! Shall I be happy?
Charlie is so adorable!
- 25 April 2012 at 01:12
- Biddy Fraser said...
I do find it a little difficult to use, I must admit. I used to be able to move photos around very easily, but seem to have problems with this now.
- 25 April 2012 at 10:24
- Jenny Woolf said...
Glad that you are linking to that page, I have done so too on my blog and I kind of hope that if enough of us go to the page and register our views, then someone might do something.
I have just downloaded mercury browser app on my phone and if you thnk the new blogger is rubbish, just try to make sense of that. It is probably fine if you have 6 hours to figure out how to work it but if you are not a geek then don't bother. Sigh. I think it's getting more and more that you have to have been raised to this stuff from your cradle....
- 25 April 2012 at 10:42
I'm a creature of habit and do not like it. I'll check out the link. Thanks!
- 25 April 2012 at 14:33
- Cynthia Chapman Willis said...
I'm getting used to it. Thanks for the links, though. I'm sure these will be helpful.
Charlie looks so happy and relaxed. Such an adorable guy. : )
- 25 April 2012 at 14:37
- Lydia Kang said...
I don't like the new interface, but I've gotten used to it I guess. I really loved the old one, though!
- 25 April 2012 at 14:40
- Nerissa said...
I resisted switching way back when the new blogger was just an option but do you know what? I actually PREFER it to the old one! I think it's easier. And easier is way better when you've got a technologically challenged peep like I do!
- 25 April 2012 at 15:57
- Debra Harris-Johnson said...
None of my posts posted according to schedule. I will try to go back and change to old interface at least until the challenge is over. At first I couldn't find any of my posts. What an awful thing to happen at the end of A-Z. Charlie looks great and congrats on your published story! Way to go.
- 25 April 2012 at 17:54
- meowmeowmans said...
We're not wild about the new interface, but we're starting to get used to it. Thanks for the helpful links!
- 25 April 2012 at 20:53
I've heard lots of people moaning about Blogger which is why we've gone for Wordpress for my blog.Fingers crossed it seems to working well.
Charlie's looking handsome!
- 25 April 2012 at 21:51
- William Kendall said...
Big thanks to Cheri for pointing that out; I've used that wheel to switch back to the old interface.
- 26 April 2012 at 17:58
- Hilary Melton-Butcher said...
Hi Old Kitty .. I shall worry re Blogger and Google et al anon ..
Gosh glad Charlie can lie outside and stretch .. there's so much rain around ..
We'll get there - I really need a tutorial just for me!!
Many thanks for coming over all the time to the Castle posts - much appreciated ..
Cheers Hilary
- 26 April 2012 at 18:11
- DWei said...
The only part of the new interface that bothers me is how I view old posts and how I view Adsense.
It's become unwieldy to do either.
- 26 April 2012 at 23:01
- Jennifer Shirk said...
Two paws up. :-)
I switched to it a few months ago and am STILL not used to it.
- 27 April 2012 at 12:53
- Katie and Glogirly said...
We changed to the new interface about a month ago and it was hard for just a couple of days, but now we LOVE it!!! We have more control, can see more and better in the draft stage and it's easier to add, move and resize photos. We found this cool video that might help.
Have a fun weekend!
xo Katie and Glogirly
- 27 April 2012 at 15:48
- Kea said...
Hope you're getting used to the new interface now, Jennifer.
Is the email really from you re: the forward to "hot properties?" I've never seen you sign an email with "Jenny," so I don't want to reply just in case I'm replying to a hacker or spammer. LOL.
- 27 April 2012 at 17:41
- D.J. Kirkby said...
Wow, what is going on with blogger then? I made the jump to wordpress last year and haven't looked back!
- 27 April 2012 at 21:41
- Katie Isabella said...
Abby said it..no directions. I have had the new interface on my human blog for a year..so I'm used to it. But I have stubbornly kept the old for the two cats' blogs. sigh.
- 27 April 2012 at 22:44
- KarenG said...
I don't mind it at all. What worries me however is that they're going to automatically link all our profiles to Google plus. A lot of bloggers already do that, I've heard once you do you can't go back. I don't like clicking on someone's Blogger profile link and being taken to their Google plus page.
- 28 April 2012 at 18:19


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Wednesday, December 3, 2014
November // The Month of Madness
Oh this was definitely the month of Madness. Madness of NaNo, Madness of School, Madness of Life in general.
I didn't win NaNoWriMo. But that's okay. I learned things about myself as a writer.
I did go to my first write-in. It wasn't a grand success, but it was fun. I met two lovely ladies.
I began considering booktubing. I don't know if this counts as happening, since it's only in my mind as yet, but I think it would be fun.
I... wrote a paper on immigration and stereotyping? I'm running out of things to say here that are not school related. Winter break can't come soon enough!
Guess what. I read NO BOOKS this month. *faints*
H-how is this even possible? I'm scaring myself. I don't know what's going on. See - madness. Maybe I am really going mad?
I need books to keep me sane. Library - here I come!
Anyway, here are the two Terry Pratchett books I picked up at my church book sale earlier this month:
Top Ten Tuesday: Books I Want To Reread
I haven't reread books in a while.
Bookish Questions - Classics Club Style!
In which I attempt to answer the Classics Club's 50 questions.
Monday Memories: Winnie The Pooh by A.A. Milne
...with pictures of adorable baby Sophia being read to by her father. :-)
I'm super excited for Christmas, but a close runner-up is December 12, the date when my Winter Break begins. Wheeeee!
How's your month been? What are your plans for December?
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November has been crazy (or mad) for me, I didn't win NaNo either. But that was somehow okay, your post on the subject helped a lot; winning isn't everything. ( I only cried a little). This month I plan to grow my blog and buy books!ReplyDelete
I think I merely came to reading either, I just read some nonfictions and only one novel. Well, at last something, but less than I'd expected. I think I'll write on in December and just see what I manage to finish.ReplyDelete
Also I started the month with inventing a new tag meme... I've tagged you. I wonder which answers you'll give on these questions(read it all carefully, it comes in the end and just ignore my German...): Wander-Tag
- AnonymousDecember 3, 2014 at 7:54 PM
I've definitely had months where I haven't managed to get any reading done, especially when school and work start to take up lots of time. I'm so jealous of your secondhand books sales, though - there are never any secondhand Terry Pratchetts in my city, and if there are they get scooped up so quickly you'd never even know they were there to begin with! I did manage to find Hogfather once, though, and I'm definitely thinking of re-reading it before Christmas. :DReplyDeleteReplies
Yeah my church has a booksale around October - perfect for the holidays! I feel so bad for you and your lack of secondhand books :-( I would die without booksales.Delete
I've only read three Pratchetts so I'm looking forward to these! Their covers are sort of disturbingly ugly though. :-P
My plans for december are just trying to stay alive. WHY IS IT THE BUSIEST MONTH OF TH EWORLD?? I literally have so much to do. I've like finished only 2 books this month and it's already the 5th. 0.0 I feel so weird. And my TBR is like a mountain of fear at the moment...I really need to go to the library. And horrifyingly return unread books. >.>ReplyDelete
Yay for winter break!! My sister is nearly finished school too which is totally exciting! I can rope her into watching copious Sherlock episodes with me. Okay, cut the "copious" since there's only like 9 of them.Replies
Listen - you're ahead of me. Today is the 5th in the US, and I've still read NONE. The fact that my library is under construction AND that my library card is expired may just sort of be part of the reason, though.Delete
YES my sister and I are going to get into Supernatural this winter break. And hey - at least each of the Sherlock episodes is like it's own movie, so it sort of makes up for the non-copiousness of them.
Never mind, it doesn't make up for it.
Yay I'm glad it's almost winter break for you! I remember being in school and counting down the days for winter break... I used to play video games every single day... it was great. :DReplyDelete
Gah! My winter break starts December 12th as well, and I cannot agree with you more. We should celebrate the fact that ridiculous research papers and finals are not taking up all of our time anymore. Reading for pleasure.. what's that?! I will officially have four weeks to revive my damaged brain cells.. yay! Good luck on your finals girl!ReplyDelete
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Hi! I just wanted to let you know that I nominated you for a Liebster Award. I'm not sure if you still accept blog awards, but I thought I'd let you know anyway. Here's the post with the questions: https://bookgeeksanonymous.wordpress.com/2014/12/02/liebster-award-2/ReplyDelete
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