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Local Organizations and Agencies plus State and Government resources;
Get a Copy of IDEA
NYS Ed Board of Regents, Blueprint for Improved Results for Students with Disabilities
Hudson Valley Special Education Parent Center
Westchester Institute of Human Development
Calendar of Westchester Institute of Human Development Events
Westchester Institute for Human Development Housing Resource Guide
can be found by clicking here!
Parent to Parent of New York State is a place where families of individuals with special needs and the professionals who serve them can meet and share information.
Getting Ready for When Your Teen Reaches the Age of Majority: A Parent's Guide
The Youth Mental Health Project
Special Moms Network
Partners in Policy Making; NYS Partners in Policymaking® is an innovative leadership training opportunity for self-advocates and parents/family members of individuals with developmental disabilities.
State Special Education Website
Due Process Hearing Decision
Find an Advocate or Attorney
Autism Center Strengthening Lives. Shaping Futures.
WJCS Headquarters, 845 North Broadway, White Plains, NY 10603
914.761.0600 firstname.lastname@example.com www.wjcs.com
Educational Advocacy Program
The WJCS Autism Center is now offering special education advocacy services for
families in Westchester. We provide initial consultation as well as classroom
observations and representation at CSE meetings.
We help parents:
√ Navigate the special education system
√ Identify and understand their child's needs
√ Feel more empowered in the IEP process
For more information on this program and other services or
to schedule a consultation, please contact:
Lee Englander, MA
WJCS Autism Center Program Coordinator
914-761-0600 x228
New Special Education website at NYSED: Resources and comprehensive info. The Publication and News tabs on the page will help you stay informed on what is happening in New York Special Education.
The Dignity for All Students Act New York State's Dignity for All Students Act (The Dignity Act) seeks to provide the State's public elementary and secondary school students with a safe and supportive environment free from discrimination, intimidation, taunting, harassment, and bullying on school property, a school bus and/or at a school function.
The pamphlet, A Parent's Guide to Response to Intervention, which provides parents, families and others with information regarding Response to Intervention is now available in Spanish, Korean, Russian, Chinese, and Haitian Creole. Please share as appropriate. Thank you.
New York State List of Approved Private Schools for Special Education
New York State requirements for extended School Year :
Who is eligible for extended school year (summer) programs and services in NYS? Find out here:
New York State diploma changes
Septa 914: A resource for Westchester and Putnam county
National Dissemination Center for Children with Disabilities (NICHCY)
What You Need to Know about NICHCY's Disability Fact Sheets:Each fact sheet includes a definition, causes, characteristics, incidence, educational considerations and helpful organizations for further information.
Resources on co-teaching are intended to help both special and general educators co-teach effectively.
U.S. Government office for Disabilities web Site
SWIFT is a national K-8 technical assistance center that builds school capacity to provide academic and behavioral support to improve outcomes for all students through equity-based inclusion
NAMI: National Alliance on Mental Illness of Westchester County
Westchester/Putman Suicide prevention center
Suicide Hotlines for New York area.
La Fuente is a coalition of organizations committed to reaching the Latin community in Westchester County.
New York Alliance for Public Education
New York State Allies for Public Education
Special Education Law, Advocacy and Attorneys;
Get a Copy of IDEA
Referral Request for Evaluation
Wrightslaw: Special Education Law and advocacy
Find an Advocate or Attorney
State Special Education Website
Due Process Hearing Decision
The Special Ed Advocate Archives
Wrightslaw Blog
Wrightslaw: So you want to be an Advocate 3 part series.
Resolving IEP Disputes
Conflict between parents and schools is normal and inevitable.
You need to learn:
- Strategies to resolve disagreements
- Steps to take if you disagree with the school
- Options you have if unable to resolve disputes
Options for Resolving IEP Disputes
What to Do When the School Doesn't Respond?
Effective IEP Teams: Reality or Impossible Dream?
Wrights Law Blog: The School Insists We Medicate My Daughter!
Negotiating for Extended School Year
Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) Requirement in IDEA
Can I Write on the IEP?
IEP FAQs
In This Issue ...
Do you have questions about IEPs? You are not alone!
Do you know your rights and responsibilities as a member of the IEP Team when developing your child's Individualized Education Plan?
In this issue of the Special Ed Advocate you will get answers to your frequently asked questions about IEPs. Learn where to find the answers in the IDEA law and regulations about IEPs.
Can I Write on the IEP?
There is no legal or commonsense reason why a parent or any other IEP team member cannot write on a child's IEP.
Has this happened to you? Find out how to take advantage of it!
When Must the IEP Team Develop a Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP)?
IEP teams must consider behavior problems, communication problems, and other special factors.
Click on the IEP Special Factors Pop-Up for answers to questions, federal law or regulations that support these answers, and additional resources.
What Does the Law Require
- IEP Team Attendance
- Development of IEPs
- Consideration of Special Factors
- Review and Revision of IEPs
What Do I Need to Know About IDEA & IEPs?
Visit the Wrightslaw IEP Page for:
- Articles and Tips
- Tactics and strategies
- IEP Caselaw
- Free publications & recommended books
What Can I Do if My Child is Bullied
If you don't think bullying is a big problem, please think again. At Wrightslaw, we get letters every week asking advice about what to do when children are bullied... by peers, by older students, even by teachers.
Kids who have learning disabilities are especially vulnerable to bullying problems. When kids bully or, when kids are bullied by others, there are serious, lasting consequences.
In this issue of the Special Ed Advocate you will find information about bullying and harassment, prevention, legal decisions about harassment, and effective ways to respond to bullying.
Bullying, Discipline, & Confidentiality: Who's the Victim?
A special education teacher asks how much information about bullies should a school provide? Pete and Pam answer in Confidentiality v. Parent's Need to Know.
Social Skills Deficits: When Peers Avoid and Tease
"Is the School Required to Provide Social Skills Training?" My daughter with autism needs help with social skills - 90 minutes of social skills counseling a month isn't working!
When a child needs help learning to interact with friends and react appropriately to teasing or bullying, the school must address these functional needs in the IEP.
US DOE Guidance on Bullying
Read the US Department of Education guidance on school districts' responsibilities to ensure that students with disabilities who are subject to bullying continue to receive free appropriate public education (FAPE) under IDEA.
What Works (and doesn't work) in Bullying Prevention and Intervention
More information for kids, articles, resources, free pubs at Bullying and Harassment.
In Preventing Bullying, Linda Lumsden identifies some of the warning signs, examines the problems caused by bullying, and discusses strategies to prevent this pervasive problem.
Student Advocacy
iadvocate app from Syracuse University.
Resources for Autism Spectrum and DSM-5 groups and information:
Autism Speaks
Autism Speaks: Family Services, Support and Resources
Autism Speaks blog with their summary of the proposed changes to the dsm-5
WJCS Autism Services & The Autism Center
Autism after 16, A web site with articles and resources for young adults with Autism transitioning from secondary education and beyond.
Autism-live.com: Autism Live is an interactive web show providing support, resources, information, facts, entertainment and inspiration to parents, teachers and practitioners working with children on the autism spectrum.
AUTISM SPECTRUM NEWS: Your Trusted Source of Science-Based Autism Education,Information, Advocacy, and Community Resources
15 Indispensible Websites for Parents of Children with Autism
The Community College Consortium on Autism and Intellectual Disabilities (CCCAID): was formed in 2007 to facilitate advocacy and support for programs at Community Colleges to serve students with autism and intellectual disabilities.
New York ACTS is a website developed by the New York State Inter-agency Task Force on Autism. The site provides information about autism, including services, policy initiatives, relevant laws, events and trainings, news, FAQs, and profiles.
2013 Autism Center for Excellence Webcast Series, These webcasts are not free but it appears to be a very good series of topics.
This Autism and Related Disorders seminar from the Child Study Center, Yale University School of Medicine, is lead by Yale Autism Program Director Fred Volkmar, and is available as a course on iTunes U. The downloads are free.
Free assistive technology webinars: Shannon Des Roches Rosa discusses and explains why the dynamic display, touch screen, and the portability of the iPad can help learning and leisure for autistic individuals."
The American Psychiatric Association, DSM- 5 Proposed Criteria for Autism Spectrum Disorder
FAQs about DSM-5 recently published by University of Rochester department of Neurodevelopmental and Behavioral Pediatrics
The Department of Health and Human Services,the Interagency Autism Coordinating Committee (IACC) ;Subcommittee for Basic and Translational Research DSM-5 resources
Wrong Planet: is the web community designed for individuals (and parents / professionals of those) with Autism, Asperger's Syndrome, ADHD, PDDs, and other neurological differences.
ADHD and Sensory resources;
CHADD: Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
CHADD of Putnam and Vicinity, Meetings are held the 1st Tues of the month except Sep and Jan. Location and other information included on schedule.
2013 - 2014 Printable Meeting Schedule
List of AMC Theatres nationwide that hold Sensory Friendly showings
List of Sensory Accommodations:
Neurological and Mental Health resources;
NAMI: National Alliance on Mental Illness of Westchester County
The OCD Foundation
The Child Mind Institute
The Brain & Behavior Research Foundation
National Tourette Syndrome Association
Autoimmune disorders;
P.A.N.D.A.S.: Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcal Infections
Information on LD and RTI;
The pamphlet, A Parent's Guide to Response to Intervention, which provides parents, families and others with information regarding Response to Intervention is now available in Spanish, Korean, Russian, Chinese, and Haitian Creole. Please share as appropriate. Thank you.
LD OnLine, Learning Disability and ADHD web site
LD Field Guide, resources and links.
The only national mentoring movement that pairs kids who have learning disabilities and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (LD / ADHD) with college and high school mentors who have been similarly labeled.
A resource for Learning and Attention issues.
NCLD Apps for iPad and iPhone to help students with LD: Three links are listed here
How to make your iPad even better
accessibility tips and tricks using Apple's operating system easily lays out (visuals included!) how to bring the features to life.
"There's an App for That! But Is It Right for You?"
Webinars and Videos about dyslexia
Apps for organization and Study, for children with LD
Federal Job Training for People With LD: The Workforce Investment Act
Scholarships for students with Learning Disability article from US News and World Report:
FREE E-Book: Understanding High-Stakes Testing and Its Impact on Students with Learning Disabilities
Student Educational Development Fund: Helping to meet the needs of students with leaning differences.
Questions Parents should ask about RTI:
Parents Guide and Questions to ask about RTI: From Wrightslaw
Typical Behavior Problems at Formal Events—and How to Prevent Them. From NCLD
After School, Sports and Camps;
WJCS After-School & Weekend Programs
Camp Guides by Special Need:
The Miracle League of Westchester County's mission is to establish and sustain baseball programs for people (of all ages) with disabilities. Our objective is to provide an opportunity for those individuals to experience the joy and benefits that come from playing our national pastime.
Backyard Sports Plus: Four Seasons Of Special Needs Sports Programming
WJCS Autism Family Center Camp Guide 2013
SPARC catalog for 2013-14; Recreational programs for persons with developmental disabilities
The Rolling Thunder NJ Running Program for children with special needs.
Each runner has a one on one coach.
Anti Bullying Resources and Articles;
Bullying Prevention resources: Many are federal and national resources, some are state specific but may have NY sites
Bullying and Your Child's Legal Rights, from NCLD
Assistive Technology and Apps;
The Friendship Circle App Review gives you the ability to browse through hundreds of special needs apps
Family Center on Technology and Disability: A resource for assistive technologies
IEP Information and Articles:
Resolving IEP Disputes
Conflict between parents and schools is normal and inevitable.
You need to learn:
- Strategies to resolve disagreements
- Steps to take if you disagree with the school
- Options you have if unable to resolve disputes
Options for Resolving IEP Disputes
What to Do When the School Doesn't Respond?
Effective IEP Teams: Reality or Impossible Dream?
Wrights Law Blog: The School Insists We Medicate My Daughter!
Negotiating for Extended School Year
Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) Requirement in IDEA
Can I Write on the IEP?
IEP FAQs
In This Issue ... Do you have questions about IEPs? You are not alone!
Do you know your rights and responsibilities as a member of the IEP Team when developing your child's Individualized Education Plan?
In this issue of the Special Ed Advocate you will get answers to your frequently asked questions about IEPs. Learn where to find the answers in the IDEA law and regulations about IEPs.
Please don't hesitate to forward this series to other friends, families, or colleagues.
Not a subscriber? Sign up FREE Today! Read previous issues Find Wrightslaw on Facebook
Can I Write on the IEP?
There is no legal or commonsense reason why a parent or any other IEP team member cannot write on a child's IEP.
Has this happened to you? Find out how to take advantage of it!
When Must the IEP Team Develop a Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP)?
IEP teams must consider behavior problems, communication problems, and other special factors.
Click on the IEP Special Factors Pop-Up for answers to questions, federal law or regulations that support these answers, and additional resources.
What Does the Law Require
- IEP Team Attendance
- Development of IEPs
- Consideration of Special Factors
- Review and Revision of IEPs
What Do I Need to Know About IDEA & IEPs?
Visit the Wrightslaw IEP Page for:
- Articles and Tips
- Tactics and strategies
- IEP Caselaw
- Free publications & recommended books
Case of the Year from Wrightslaw
Parent Participation in the IEP
In This Issue ...
Parents have an important role as members of the IEP Team.
Has your school held an IEP meeting when you were not able to attend?
If there are scheduling conflicts for an IEP meeting, whose attendance has priority?
In this issue of the Special Ed Advocate learn the Court's decision in a landmark case about parent participation at IEP meetings. Parent attendance must take priority over attendance of other team members.
Please don't hesitate to forward this series to other friends, families, or colleagues.
Failing to Include a Parent at the IEP Meeting Violates IDEA
In Doug C. v. Hawaii, the Court said failing to include the parent at the IEP meeting violated the procedural requirement of IDEA and invalidated the IEP. This ruling is one reason Pete is nominating Doug C. to be "Case of the Year."
Read Pete's analysis of Doug C. v. Hawaii
Note: All parents and all special education staff who conduct IEP meetings should be familiar with this landmark ruling.
Pete Walks You Through the Case Ruling
Watch the video discussion of Doug C. Download and print the Decision.
You will see the actual decision on screen as Pete walks you through it, highlighting key provisions.
Grab your highlighter and be prepared to pause, back up, and replay video portions as you read and digest what happened in this case.
IEP Team Meetings: The Excusal Rule
Do parents have to excuse members of the IEP Team?
Are there penalties for schools that routinely excuse IEP Team members?
If you don't know, find the answers in Chapter 2 of Wrightslaw: All About IEPs
Poll: Required IEP Team Members
We know parents are required members of the IEP team. Do you know the other members required by IDEA?
Who is not required?
IEP information from Wrightslaw:
Does your child's IEP measure up?
Good IEPs set the standard for good education.
- Does your child's IEP provide quality services?
- Does it focus on teaching your child to read, write, and do math?
- Does it list all the accommodations & modifications your child needs?
Please don't hesitate to forward this series to other friends, families, or colleagues.
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Tactics & Strategies for Getting SMART IEPs
If your child's IEP is not SMART and does not include academic and functional goals, it is defective and may deny FAPE.
Learn how to ensure that your child's IEP goals are specific, comprehensive - and measurable.
Tips and Tricks for Getting Effective IEPs
Want an effective IEP this year? Get 10 Tips and Tricks!
- what to do before the IEP meeting
- how to prepare
- what you need to learn
- what to request
- how & when to review
Learn how to design accurate and up-to-date present levels so you can get the program, placement, or education your child needs.
Present Levels: The Foundation of the IEP
Who can override an IEP, from Wrightslaw:
Landmark Case Affects IEP Meetings By joslyngray | July 19th, 2013 at 3:36 pm
As special education teachers and parents of special needs kids know equally well, sometimes it's all in the details. Children with special education needs have carefully-crafted Individual Education Plans, or IEPs.
IEPs are legal documents, and there are a lot of seemingly tiny details involved. Because any one of those details can change everything about your child's education, IEP meetings are incredibly important (and often incredible stressful).
In a landmark ruling recently issued by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit, an important decision was made about parental participation at IEP meetings.
The case, Doug C. vs. Hawaii (12-15079), involves a child, Spencer C., whose IEP meeting was held in the parent's absence. The child's father, Doug C., requested a due process hearing. He lost the due process hearing, and appealed that decision to the U.S. District Court, which upheld the Hearing Officer's decision. The case was then appealed to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit. (For clarification, the U.S. Court of Appeals is a step below the Supreme Court.)
Hawaii's Department of Education argued that the IEP meeting needed to take place before the IEP annual review deadline, or else services would "lapse." Therefore, they held the meeting at its scheduled time and day, despite Doug C. requesting a change because he was sick that day.
Ultimately, the 9th Circuit sided with Doug C., saying that having a parent present at an IEP meeting must take priority over both the schedules of the staff, and even the looming deadline to get the IEP document done.
The education law website wrightslaw has an excellent analysis of the case, offering some salient points that affect families with IEPs:
- "Services do not lapse because of the lack of a new IEP," says the analysis, co-written by Pete Wright, Esq. and Pamela Wright, MA, MSW.
- Parent involvement is critical in the creation of the IEP; after-the-fact parental involvement, even within 30 days of the creation of the IEP, is not enough.
- The attendance of the parent must take priority over other members' attendance. The Wrights quote the court's decision: "The attendance of [the]. . . parent, must take priority over other members' attendance . . . an agency cannot exclude a parent from an IEP meeting in order to prioritize its representatives' schedules."
Read more from Joslyn on Babble and at her blog, stark. raving. mad. mommy. You can also follow Joslyn on Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest.
504 information;
Section 504 and IDEA Comparison Chart
School can be a stressful environment for the child and a time of vulnerability. Appropriate accommodations and modifications can reduce stress and can assist in achieving and maintaining educational success.
As a parent, you are your child's greatest advocate, supporter, and cheerleader. By becoming knowledgeable regarding educational laws as well as services and programs available within your community, you can ensure that your child receives a Free and Appropriate Public Education (FAPE). There are two primary laws that cover your child's rights to a public education:
- Individuals with Disability Education Improvement Act (IDEA)
- Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973
Understanding how Section 504 and IDEA work with each other and complement each other allows you as the parent to better assist your child's educational team in ensuring your child's right to a Free and Appropriate Education (FAPE) is provided allowing for maximum educational success.
Frequently Asked Questions About Section 504 and the Education of Children with Disabilities
Post Secondary and Adult planning;
Individualized Learning Plan Fact Sheet, a guide for secondary school to help plan for post secondary.
Community Building 101 for Adults with Disabilities, FRED conference provides actionable information
We Connect is dedicated to uniting college students with disabilities in access to higher education and employment issues.
Terminology and Definitions;
What You Need to Know about NICHCY's Disability Fact Sheets:Each fact sheet includes a definition, causes, characteristics, incidence, educational considerations and helpful organizations for further information.
Accommodations versus modifications: What is the difference and when are they used.
What is FAPE, and what does it mean for my child
Religious Services for children and young adults:
Yad B'Yad is a synagogue based inclusive program for Jewish teenagers with
developmental challenges that focuses on social skills and Jewish education.
The target population for the program is Jewish teens ages
13 to 21 who struggle with social interactions and may have learning,
cognitive or emotional challenges.
Blogs and You Tube channels for information concerning special needs:
The Coffee Klatch Special Needs Blog Talk Radio
Special Needs Talk Radio
The Coffee Klatch YouTube Channel
NPR Fresh Air interview, Neurotribes- examines the history and myths of the Autism Spectrum
Videos, Documentaries and Television coverage:
Extended Interview: David Mitchell disputes the notion that those with autism lack empathy. A discussion of the book, Why I Jump, written by a 13 year old young man with Autism.
HEROES GET REMEMBERED BUT LEGENDS NEVER DIE, The story of John Cleaver Kelly, a film about the life of John Kelly and his battle with OCD.
Limited Funds, Lingering Bias Has Delayed States' ADA Compliance
1-hour interactive interview on the integration of neuroscience and clinical practice for emotional and behavior disorders in youth with Dr. Adam Weissman.
National Center for Learning Disabilities Don't be discouraged if your child doesn't qualify for an #IEP! There are alternatives. Watch this video.
Making Inclusion a Reality for Your School 08/10 by The Inclusive Class Podcast
A NCLD video explaining Response to Intervention,(RTI).
PBS; Newshour, Five misconceptions about Learning Disabilities
Articles and Blogs:
A Child With Autism Becomes a Teenager With Expectations By PRISCILLA GILMAN
Intense Training Program Helps Students With Autism Land Jobs - WSJ.com
What is Neurodiversity? Neurodiversity means many things to people. Here's my first person definition;
Info about data privacy and inBloom from NYSED at the NYC Council hearings; NO parent opt out or district opt-out EVER
NYC Public School Parents: The good news and mostly bad news from NYSED at the NYC Council...nycpublicschoolparents.blogspot.com
Behavior at School
16 Tips for Traveling with a child with special needs, from the Friendship Circle Blog:
Child Mind Institute: When to Wait: Getting Kids Care, concern about a child's development or behavior.
Bullying and Your Child's Legal Rights, from NCLD
Animals, Nature Offer Children a Fresh Start Two special-needs schools help kids succeed using horses, dogs, sheep—even injured birds of prey
Defining Ourselves: Why Language Matters Posted By Administration, Tuesday, March 26, 2013
Written by Mark Martin, Esq. and Jennifer Laviano, Esq.
The original federal special education laws were enacted over 35 years ago, as one of many pieces of federal legislation which sought to enforce the Civil Rights that were being denied to disenfranchised or underrepresented individuals. Yet, somewhere along the way, it seems that people have forgotten that special education is a Civil Rights issue.
Neurodiversity IS the Next Civil Rights Movement
NY Times: A Guide in the Darkness,
Redefining Inclusion: A great blog about what inclusion really needs to be.
NY Times: A Child With Down Syndrome Keeps His Place at the Table
Inclusion Resolution: 10 Ways To Include A Child With Special Needs In 2013, from Friendship Circle's Blog:
What Kind of Organizer is Your Child?
NYTimes: Laws of Physics Can't Trump the Bonds of Love
NYTimes: The Autism Advantage
http://nyti.ms/UcrOg7New York State Bill S7722A Special Education Change is Pushed: Street Journal Article
Trauma-Sensitive Schools Are Better Schools
NY State to Propose New Graduation Requirements for Students with Disabilities – SchoolBook
Education Weekly Special Education Spotlight: This file has several articles lots of information.
Aging Out: When kids with Autism Grow Up
Learning to Drive with ADHD
Autism and Parenting: Don't be Afraid to Ask for Help
Special Education Articles
NY Times Article, "Navigating Love and Autism"
NY Times Article, "New Film Tells Story of Torres's Struggles With A.D.H.D."
New Film Tells Story of Torres's Struggles With A.D.H.D.
New Definition of Autism May Exclude Many, Study Suggests
Special Education Advisor "Playing (and winning) the School districts game of chicken"
Thirteen things to keep in mind as your child with ASD reaches adolescence
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Krafty Girl Lee Ann here, ready to show you how to sponge a sunset sky, turn a Kraftin' Kimmie image into a silhouette image AND end up with a single layer card when you are done!
Let's get started!
I used the fabulous guy set, Let's Roll, Dude for this card.
- Start with a 11 x 4.25" card base; score your fold line
2. Using my MISTI, I stamped my image; You will want to stamp in a color lighter than black; I used London Fog Memento ink. Do NOT remove the stamp or the card base from the MISTI yet.
4. Cut/punch a circle, approximately 1 " in diameter to create an adhesive mask (I used Inkadinkadoo's Stamping Mask Paper). Adhere the circle where you want the sun to be.
5. Restamp your image so that it stamps onto the mask.
6. Now you can remove the card from the MISTI and the circular mask from the card. Fussy cut around the image on the mask. Reapply the fussy cut portion of the circle (sun) back onto the card.
7. Using a Copic marker (I used a W9 but black would be the best option-believe it or not, I do not have a black Copic!), outline the entire edge of the stamped image.
8. Once outlined, fill in your image completely with the Copic.
Can you do this without a MISTI? Absolutely! You would stamp your image in the light color, then outline the image with the Copic and fill it in. Once your image is filled in, you can add your circle mask and then you are ready to go. You may be wondering why I go through the trouble to do it the way I do it- it is because after all of the sponging you do, when you remove the mask, if you hold the card just the right way, you can tell that a portion of the black image did not get sponged. See, I am really, really, picky!
9. You are ready to start sponging in your sky. Sponge a light coat of yellow (Daffodil Delight) ink from the bottom of the card to about the top of the head.
10. It is time to start adding some clouds to your sky. Using my Inkadinkadoo Stamping Mask Paper, I tore several strips, varying in width and length.
11. Add a short cloud to the left upper section of sky, allowing the cloud to hang off the edge of the card and add a longer cloud to the right lower corner of the card, also allowing the cloud to hang off the edge.
12. Sponge more yellow ink to your sky.
13. Add more cloud masks, one overlapping the underneath side of the left upper corner cloud and one over the brim of the boy's hat.
14. Add more yellow sponging to the sky.
15. Next, add some orange (Tangerine Tango) sponging to the sky.
16. Remove the lower right corner cloud and the lower of the two upper left corner clouds.
17. Sponge on more orange ink. Then intensify the yellow with a deeper yellow ink (Crushed Curry).
18. Add a mask(s) near the top of the card.
19. Sponge some Blackberry Bliss ink from very top of card to mask.
20. Remove your sun mask and add your sentiment!
You may also be wondering why in several pictures it looks like the image is full of white specks. I stamped my image on Cryogen White Metallic cardstock and when the light hit it, the sparkle in the cs would shine. The image is truly a solid black.
I know I have inundated you with photos, but I wanted to be sure you understood what I was trying to get across. I know how much a appreciate pictures when reading a tutorial!
So there you have it! Getting back to basics by sponging in a background and turning your line image into a silhouette stamp gives you an easy peasy guy card!
I hope you give this technique a try; let your creativity loose!
Thanks for stopping by and have a Krafty day!
Lee Ann :)

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Nothing much new here. My wonderful husband started his new job yesterday. Boy was that a huge adjustment for all of us. Baby A cried all day, not sure I can entirely blame that on daddy being gone as she is teething also, but it sure made it a LONG day for everyone. H came home and informed me she needed valentine's to hand out at church this weekend. I suppose I could have gone down to the dollar store and bought some, but she wanted to do her own. Anyway, I played around and came up with these for her to color, cut out and embellish to her hearts content. I doubt J will like them as much, probably to girly for him. Will have to work on a more boyish set for him. Anyway, thought I would share with everyone. The print out 5 to a sheet and I printed mine on cardstock for some weight. Please click here to access the file for printing. Enjoy!
Tuesday, February 3, 2009
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Social networks and their possibilities Our team:
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Social networks and their possibilities
Our team: Maryna Kolesnyk – language expert, web design Ivanna Kraievs'ka – language expert Mariana Dluzhnevska – information expert Vitalina Labus – information expert Inna Phrunze – searching pictures
A social networking service is an online service, platform, or site that focuses on building and reflecting of social networks or social relations among people, who, for example, share interests or activities.
A social network service consists of a representation of each user (often a profile), his/her social links, and a variety of additional services. Social networking sites allow users to share ideas, activities, events, and interests within their individual networks.
Possibilities of social networks Connecting with people with similar interests all over the world The ability to meet new friends and find old ones The ability to find any necessary information or advice The ability to access goods and services The ability to use social networks as means of low-cost grassroots organizing for activists
Uploading your own photos to share with other people Access music and videos The ability to create groups that share common interests, upload or stream live videos, and hold discussions in forums. An opportunity to find a job for employees
Popular social networks
The most popular social networks in Russia and Ukraine Facebook Twitter Vkontakte Odnoklassniki
Facebook is a social networking service and website launched in February 2004. As of February 2012, Facebook has more than 845 million active users. Facebook was founded by Mark Zuckerberg with his college roommates and fellow students.
Twitter is an online social networking service and microblogging service that enables its users to send and read text-based posts of up to 140 characters, known as «tweets». It was created in March 2006 by Jack Dorsey and launched that July. The service rapidly gained worldwide popularity, with over 300 million users as of 2011.
Vkontakte VKontakte is a Russian social networking service. Founder Pavel Durov launched VKontakte for beta testing in September 2006. As of January 2012, VK has over 140 million accounts. It is the fourth most visited website in Russia and Ukraine.
Odnoklassniki is a social networking service for classmates and old friends reunion popular in Russia and other former Soviet Republics. It was created by Albert Popkov on March 4, 2006. The website currently claims that it has more than 45 million registered users and 10 million daily unique visitors.
So, there are many social networks in the Internet. Nowadays almost all people are registered in even one social network. All social networks make our life easier and enable us to become closer to all our friends.


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We've given you a teaser, but let's dive deeper. Introducing Kevin Durant's Christmas Day Shoe: the Nike KD III "No Yield for Yellow." Check out tons of amazingly detailed photos below. Trust me, you won't be disappointed.
The limited-edition Christmas Day colorway of the KD III will be worn on-court against the Nuggets. As you can see, other details of the shoe include five lightening bolts on the outsole to represent his team, piano keys near the heel and midfoot of the outsole representing KD's love of music and the BF62 repeat pattern on the outsole giving a nod to the game where KD put up 62 points at Barry Farms in the DMV.
The Nike KD III Christmas Day shoe will be available at retail and online on December 26th for $88.00.
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Just do it
It sounds simple enough but I had to just bite the bullet and start. So many times before I have procrastinated and ended up doing the laundry/vacuuming/music playlists instead. I built up a lot of stress and pressure that this was going to be a hard process. It honestly was a lot easier and took a lot less time than I thought it would.
Small bites
I found if the inspiration had hit me hard like a hammer then not to try to do it all at once. I focused instead on working through it in 10 minute bursts or even just a particular small section - like my sock drawer - and if still inspired to go from there. Having simple quick wins along the way made me feel positive about letting go of my things.
Understanding its worth
Probably my hardest hurdle was coming to terms with the very expensive jacket that sat in my cupboard. Because it lived all day in my wardrobe it wasn't actually worth the expense because I had never used it. It was a waste. I realised that I'm not gaining any value to my life with it living in the wardrobe gathering dust. Keeping it was just keeping the guilt associated with the expense. An unexpected bonus of letting it go has meant I've been able to let go of that guilt.
Just in case
I knew I would freak out if I piled all of my donations into a car and took it to charity straight away. So I gave myself a mental buffer. I placed all of the items in a basket and put it in another room and agreed that I would donate them in 3 months time. If I didn't use the item over the last 3 months then it didn't deserve to be in my home.
Focus on the end goal
Whenever I found myself really struggling I would remember to focus on the end goal. My personal goal was being able to open my wardrobe and see only cherished, well used and loved items. I've heard of others focussing on a particular style like 'effortlessly chic' to help them with their clean-out. My taste is too eclectic for that so instead I chose to keep everything that looked great on me and that I loved to wear.
This has been a really big deal for me and I'm so happy that I stuck to my guns and finished this challenge. I am celebrating by looking at upgrading to a super organised wardrobe to pimp my Boudoir. A pretty and clearly labelled wardrobe for my well loved treasures.


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Hey there. Sorry for being absent so much. Just can't get a second to sit down and post. I did want to let you know about my September Mystery Hostess order.
There are several things I want to get and I thought I would share the hostess dollars with you. Just like last month, login to my site and enter this code: GREHWP77
The coolest thing about this new hostess code is you can order and it will be sent straight to your home. So, If you'd like to be entered to receive hostess benefits, you can even if you are out of town.
For every $25 you order, your name will be entered to receive the benefits. This order will end Sunday at noon.
Here are some of the things I really want:
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Brayleys Car Blog: Renault ZOE wins Green Apple Award 2016
The Renault ZOE has won yet another award. Becoming The Green Organisation's overall Green Apple Champion for 2016, the ZOE also won the Pure Electric and Hybrid Cars category for a second time. Judges praised its commitment to an electric future and its affordability, reflected in the fact that it was the best-selling electric vehicle in Europe in 2015, and represents one sixth of all electric vehicles sales in the UK. Send an enquiry to find out more about the ZOE, and discover why it's one of the most popular electric cars on the road today.
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Marks are awarded for the way a car drives and behaves in the real world, away from the testing laboratory, proving the ZOE makes a great everyday proposition. Renault estimates that the ZOE has a real-world range of between 124 to 186 miles, depending on the temperature. "It is by some measure the most convincing all-electric vehicle I've driven," said one judge. "So good, in fact, that it only takes a few miles to forget what's powering you along so convincingly. The ZOE shows Renault's commitment to the future of electric power in an affordable package that looks good, drives well and does its bit to make the planet a little bit greener."
The Renault ZOE is a part of Renault's Z.E. range, also made up of the Twizy and Kangoo Van Z.E. It's available in a choice of three trim levels, including a new top-of-the-range Signature Nav trim, and can be purchased either outright or by leasing the battery separately. It's proving very popular with the British public, having been voted Best Supermini in the Auto Express Driver Power Survey 2016 and coming second overall out of 183 models. It's also a three-time winner of What Car?'s 'Best Electric Car for less than £20,000'. To find out what all the fuss is about, contact Brayley Renault and book a test drive today.


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Twitter says it has patched a cross-site scripting issue that was exploited by attackers the morning of Sept. 21.
The flaw allowed attackers to display pop-windows or redirect users if they scrolled their cursors over a link. The attacks took advantage of a JavaScript function called onMouseOver, which allows Webpages to do things when a user passes over a piece of text with their mouse.
According to Sophos, the issue impacted thousands of users, among them Sarah Brown, the wife of former British Prime Minister Gordon Brown.
"It appears that in Sarah Brown's case her Twitter page has been messed with in an attempt to redirect visitors to a hardcore porn site based in Japan," blogged Graham Cluley, senior technology consultant at Sophos. "That's obviously bad news for her followers - over one million of them."
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"Some users [were] also seemingly deliberately exploiting the loophole to create tweets that contain blocks of colour (known as "rainbow tweets")," he added. "Because these messages can hide their true content they might prove too hard for some users to resist clicking on them."
Twitter user Magnus Holm tweeted that he created a worm to target the issue, but did not find the cross-site scripting vulnerability itself. In an interview with BBC, he reportedly said that he wanted to exploit the hole without doing any real harm, but the flaw had been identified by others who used it for other purposes.
"There were several other tiny hacks using the exploit - I only created the worm," he was quoted as saying.
In a blog post on the incident, Twitter Security Chief Bob Lord said the security vulnerability at issue was actually patched last month, but the issue was reopened by a recent site update unrelated to the Twitter revamp announced last week.
"First, someone created an account that exploited the issue by turning tweets different colors and causing a pop-up box with text to appear when someone hovered over the link in the Tweet," Lord explained. "This is why folks are referring to this an "onMouseOver" flaw -- the exploit occurred when someone moused over a link."
"Other users took this one step further and added code that caused people to retweet the original Tweet without their knowledge," he added.
Lord noted that the exploit affected Twitter.com and not its mobile site or mobile applications.
"The vast majority of exploits related to this incident fell under the prank or promotional categories," he wrote. "Users may still see strange retweets in their timelines caused by the exploit. However, we are not aware of any issues related to it that would cause harm to computers or their accounts. And, there is no need to change passwords because user account information was not compromised through this exploit."
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I'm still a bit under the weather. I hope that tomorrow I will be on the upswing. Because of this, nothing was made with Pumpkins today. Good thing I did a bonus recipe yesterday for dinner.Pumpkin Lasagna with Fontina from Williams-Sonoma. This was quite and expenditure of energy and dishes on my part, but man was this a good dish. Their recipe called for a jar of Pumpkin Parmesan Sauce, but I didn't have that so I had to make it. That recipe was found at Fit Souffle. It calls for about 4 cups of pureed pumpkin which was all we had left. I was a bit skeptical of all that pumpkin as I wasn't sure how the flavor would be. It was excellent, though. I should never doubt the power of cheese.
Pumpkin Parmesan Sauce
1/4 cup butter (4 Tbsp)
1/2 small onion diced
3 cloves of garlic
4 cups of pure pumpkin (approximately 2 15oz cans)
1 1/2 cups chicken stock (I used a can of vegetable broth)
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1 cup parmesan cheese
In a medium-sized stock pot heat the butter until melted and then add the garlic and onion. Cook until the onion is soft, about 6-8 minutes. Stir in the pumpkin, chicken stock, nutmeg, salt and pepper. Stir the mixture well over medium heat until smooth and creamy for about 10-12 minutes. Add the parmesan cheese and stir until melted and mixed. Turn the heat down to low and let sit for another 5-7 minutes.
Pumpkin Lasagna with Fontina
- 1 lb. (500 g) whole milk ricotta cheese
- 1 Tbs. julienned fresh sage (I used a tsp of dried sage)
- 1/4 cup (1/3 oz./10 g) chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley (I used 2 tbs of dried parsley)
- 1/2 tsp. minced garlic
- Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
- 2 yellow summer squash, cut into rounds 1/4 inch (6 mm) thick (I doubled up on Zucchini as I didn't have yellow squash)
- 2 zucchini, cut into rounds 1/4 inch (6 mm) thick
- 2 Tbs. olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 1 jar pumpkin Parmesan pasta sauce (See above for sauce recipe)
- 12 sheets dried ruffle-edged lasagna noodles, cooked until al dente (normally I would use regular lasagna noodles, but I had to settle for the no-boil kind. They came out all right)
- 1 lb. Italian fontina cheese, shredded
In a bowl, stir together the ricotta, sage, 3 Tbs. of the parsley and the garlic, and season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
In a large bowl, toss the yellow squash and zucchini with 1 Tbs. of the olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Arrange in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Transfer to the oven and roast until tender and lightly browned, about 15 minutes.
Meanwhile, in an oval Dutch oven over medium heat, warm the remaining 1 Tbs. olive oil. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and lightly browned, about 15 minutes.
Transfer to a bowl and add the yellow squash and zucchini. Reduce the oven temperature to 400°F (200°C).
Spread 1/2 cup (4 oz./125 g) pasta sauce in an even layer on the bottom of the Dutch oven. Arrange a single layer of lasagna noodles on top, tearing them as needed to fit. Spread 1/2 cup (4 oz./125 g) ricotta mixture on the noodles and scatter 1 cup (5 oz./155 g) vegetable mixture on top. Spread 1/2 cup (4 oz./125 g) pasta sauce over the vegetables and sprinkle 1 cup (4 oz./125 g) fontina on top. Layer the noodles, ricotta, vegetables, sauce and fontina 3 more times, omitting the sauce and fontina on the last layer. Top with the remaining noodles, sauce and fontina.
Transfer to the oven and bake until the sauce is bubbly and the cheese is melted and browned, 45 to 50 minutes. Sprinkle the remaining 1 Tbs. parsley on top. Let the lasagna rest for 15 minutes before serving. Serves 8 to 10.
So many dishes later and we had a delicious meal. Really, this was so good and I plan on making it again before Winter is upon us, and maybe even after because why not?


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I have to say I have thoroughly enjoyed working with everyone,
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After three years with this amazing team, I feel the need to
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Green Tara layouts (in no particular order) I have created
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Phillip is from a former Soviet bloc country. He came to America in search of adventure.
"I consider that change is very good, and I'm not afraid of changes," he said.
"Well, obviously, you moved to a whole new country!"
"Yes!" he said with a smile.
"How many languages do you speak?"
"Fluently, three. And I speak some Polish too," he replied. "It just helps to get around."
Although he's made the United States his home, he still likes to travel.
"I'm just trying to learn some French right now because I'd really like to go to France."
Phillip is gay and he came out shortly after turning 18.
"When I was 18 I had five guys all together," he told us. "I just came out and five guys right away! It was great!"
He's very sexual and he wasn't shy about what he likes.
"I like very good oral so if a guy can give very good oral then that's a great plus," he said. "Probably deep throating."
On his sexual partners:
"I like them to be flexible, go I can come from any spot I want, from behind, from the side, from, you know, the top."
"So you're a top, you like to fuck?"
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Phillip has a nice uncut dick with a full bush.
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"You judge by their reactions?"
"Yeah, I judge by the way, how they moan."
On how guys react to his hairy chest:
"They like it. I've never shaved, so they like to sleep on it," he said. "After, you know, after I cum and after they cum, he just lays on top of me, and puts his head on my chest like a little puppy. It's kind of fun, I like it!"


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Ryan Tannehill takes first-team snaps at Miami Dolphins practice, and Cameron Wake wins award
A few quick notes from the Dolphins' Thursday practice:
* Rookie QB Ryan Tannehill is still wearing a brace and compression sleeve over his left knee, but he took all of the snaps with the starting offense in the portion of Thursday's practice that was open to the media.
Tannehill is still clearly favoring his knee, but it doesn't appear to be anything that will keep him out of Sunday's game against the Colts. He showed good mobility on Thursday, both in dropping back from under center and in rolling out of the pocket, and had a few nice throws on the run.
At this point, it would be a shocker if Tannehill doesn't play Sunday, although his knee could potentially stiffen on the flight to Indianapolis on Saturday. Matt Moore, who led the Dolphins to a 30-9 win last week, is a good insurance policy.
Otherwise, the Dolphins' injury situation is the same as Wednesday's — CB Richard Marshall (back) is still nowhere to be found, and DT Tony McDaniel (knee) worked with a trainer off to the side. The Dolphins worked out former Bengals DT Jonathan Fanene on Wednesday and could sign him to replace McDaniel if he's not ready to play on Sunday.
* A day after rookie Olivier Vernon was named AFC Special Teams Player of the Week, fellow defensive end Cameron Wake was named the AFC's Defensive Player of the Month for October. It is his first such Player of the Month award and the Dolphins' first for a defensive player since Joey Porter in October 2008.
Wake's numbers were modest in October — nine tackles and three sacks, one in each game — but he was a key reason the Dolphins had a perfect 3-0 record last month. He is tied for fourth in the NFL with 7.5 sacks on the season — he had 4.5 against Arizona on Sept. 30 — and according to Pro Football Focus, Wake's 48 sacks, pressures and hurries this year are the most in the NFL at any position.


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Warner Bros. Records to Reissue Three Limited Edition Vinyl Albums From Built to Spill in Late May
Beloved Boise, Idaho, Quintet Launch North American Tour on June 30
BURBANK, CA — (MARKET WIRE) — May 09, 2007 — Warner Bros. Records will release limited edition vinyl reissues of three albums — 1997's "Perfect From Now On," 1999's "Keep It Like A Secret," and 2006's "You In Reverse" — from beloved Boise, Idaho, quintet BUILT TO SPILL in late May. Only 2,000 copies of each LP are being pressed.
The reissues will be released on regular-weight vinyl in two-LP sets, with "You In Reverse" in a gatefold sleeve featuring artwork from Mike Scheer, Karena Youtz and Tamara Shores. This is the first time "You In Reverse" will be available on vinyl, while "Keep It Like a Secret" and "Perfect From Now On," which have both been remastered, are back in print on vinyl for the first time on Warner Bros. Records, having originally been released by Up Records. "Keep It Like a Secret" will include the bonus track "Forget Remember When," a b-side from the album's recording sessions. "Perfect From Now On" will include the bonus track "Easy Way," a never-before-released song from the album's recording sessions.
BUILT TO SPILL — which currently includes Martsch, bassist Brett Nelson, drummer Scott Plouf, and guitarists Brett Netson and Jim Roth — will launch an extensive North American tour on June 30th in support of "You In Reverse," their first album in five years, which was released last April to critical acclaim. Rolling Stone praised its "action-packed jams and expansive tune sense," while Spin noted its "unique, virtuosic musicianship." The band are currently touring Europe, their first trip there since 2000.
For more about BUILT TO SPILL, please visit their website www.builttospill.com


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Friday, March 7, 2014
Paper Bakery Sketch
We would love to see YOU play along with us using the sketch challenge. You have until March 15th at midnight to link your layout/card/project up on the right hand side of the blog.
Here are the details you need to know to play along with us using the sketch challenge:
1.) We will have a new Sketch Challenge every two weeks. Play along for your chance to win a $10 coupon to the Paper Bakery Shop.
2.) Make a layout or project inspired by the sketch. Be creative and have fun! We would love to see what you create using a Paper Bakery kit; however, using a kit is not required for you to play along.
3.) Take a picture and link it up on the sidebar of the Paper Bakery blog using the INLINKZ widget by the due date.
4.) Winners will be randomly selected, and we will post them on the Paper Bakery Facebook page and on the Paper Bakery blog.
Here is my layout using the sketch. Everything that I used on my page came from Paper Bakery kits.
Scrap Our Stash layering challenge.
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We begin decorating for Christmas every year the weekend after Thanksgiving. Lights go up outside the house. We decorate our tree and bring out the advent calendar and search for candles for our wreath. But what I like to do first is set out our nativity on the buffet. Christmas is easily commercialized, and the true focus can be quickly lost. May we all keep our focus on Christ during Christmas and always, that is what is most important.
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1 small rotisserie chicken
6 stalks green onions
1 1/2 tablespoons lemon powder plus 3 tablespoons water (or use the juice of 1 large lemon)
2 teaspoons salt (more or less, to taste)
Hot pepper, optional
Freshly grated coconut (unsweetened), optional
Debone the chicken; shred or cut into small pieces (I used a food processor to roughly chop the chicken).
Thinly slice the green onions then add it to the chicken.
Add the lemon powder, water, salt and pepper to the bowl of chicken; mix to combine. Taste; adjust seasoning if required.
Stir in the grated coconut (optional).
Serve with my super easy sweet flour titiyas (see recipe below) and enjoy!
Sweet Flour Titiyas
3 cups flour
4 tsp. baking powder
1/ tsp salt
3/4 cup coconut milk
1/4 cup melted butter
1/4 - 1/2 cup cream of coconut (Use the sweet one. Cream of coconut is NOT the same as coconut cream)
Mix the dry ingredients together in a large mixing bowl. Add the coconut milk, melted butter, and cream of coconut (start out with 1/4 cup; increase to a total of 1/2 cup, depending on how humid your day is–more humid means less liquid). Mix together until a dough forms; knead gently to form a smooth ball of dough.
Break off golf-ball sized pieces. Flour your rolling surface and rolling pin. Roll out the piece of dough into a flat disc (about 1/8-inch thick). Place the titiyas on a dry skillet; prick all over with a fork to prevent bubbling during the cooking process.
Pan-fry on a dry skillet over medium-low heat for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the bottom begins to turn a golden brown; flip over and cook the other side until it turns a nice golden brown. For thicker titiyas, cook over low heat for 4-5 minutes on each side; the titiyas is done when you gently press down on the center and it feels somewhat firm to the touch.Place cooked titiyas on a plate covered with a clean kitchen towel to keep warm. Serve with my delicious chicken kelaguen.
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If you are seeking a job with variety we have it. The position has some flexibility to be more bovine focused or more small animal focused. On-call emergency service is shared by all full time vets so this job will include large animal and small animal emergencies but, there is significant small animal work available during regular hours. Bovine reproductive work could also be part of the job. We also do some small animal orthopedic work. We strive to provide a good work environment. Portable ultrasound is used for bovine and equine repro work. We have digital x-ray equipment in 2 of our offices. Patients get great care without over selling clients. The 4 offices are all tied into 1 computer system for continuity. The offices are all located on highways for good visibility and accessibility to clients. Southwest Wisconsin is a scenic area with much to offer for recreation, including the Mississippi River. There is potential for a buy-in offer in the future for the individual that fits in well. Truck and equipment provided.
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Irish Murphy's Pub, is known for its awesome live entertainment, and is perfectly placed right in the middle of Brisbane CBD near the Brisbane Casino. It has regular live music, fantastic food, friendly staff and casual atmosphere, Irish Murphy's is one of the best Pub/nightclub in the city by far.
Irish Murphy's has music during the day and at night, with live bands and DJ sets. They have great specials, promotions and giveaways on offer all week.
It has a large menu, ample seating and cheap priced drinks (compared to other establishments), Irish Murphy's will guarantee you and your friends a great night out.


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Proponents of San Francisco's controversial sit-lie ordinance say the law is already deterring aggressive panhandlers in the Haight-Ashbury neighborhood, even though police haven't started enforcing it.
The Civil Sidewalks law went into effect Dec. 17 but won't be enforced until mid-February, when the department completes its training and community outreach, police said. The law makes it illegal to sit or lie on a public sidewalk in The City between 7 a.m. and 11 p.m.
Ted Loewenberg, president of the Haight Ashbury Improvement Association, said the ordinance, approved by voters last November as Proposition L, had an immediate effect on Haight Street.
"The purpose of it isn't to criminalize the homeless, but to get people to behave better on Haight Street," he said. "We're already seeing that. There have been very few people lingering on the sidewalk since the election."
Several Haight Street merchants agreed that they have already seen a difference.
"It really emptied out, just by virtue of people hearing that it passed," said Bruce Smith, owner of Roberts Hardware at 1629 Haight St.
Tommy Giang, a clerk at Stussy Clothing on Haight Street near Masonic Avenue, said he has also seen a decrease in the number of transients hanging out on the sidewalks.
"I didn't think they'd take it very seriously, but they've complied really well," he said.
Once the law is enforced in mid-February, first-time violators will receive verbal warnings and second offenders will be cited and fined between $50 and $100. After that, the penalties escalate sharply and could eventually lead to jail time.
Yet police spokesman Lt. Troy Dangerfield said the intent of the law isn't to throw homeless people in jail, but to deter aggressive panhandlers from harassing pedestrians. He said police are being trained to use judgment when applying the law.
"Discretion will be a big part of this," he said. "This is not something officers are going to be out specifically looking for."
Coalition on Homelessness organizer Bob Offer-Westort agreed that a widespread crackdown is unlikely. He suspected The City wants to avoid having its law challenged in court.
"We will definitely see enforcement because of political pressure in the first year," he said. "But it will eventually become a low-level harassment tool, like jaywalking."
For all the signs of change, there are still a few transients who haven't been scared away by the specter of Prop. L.
Lonnie Pierce, who frequents the corner of Haight and Ashbury, said he intends to remain on the sidewalk until police haul him away.
"I've been to jail plenty of times," he said. "There's not much left that they can do to me."


text: Mitt Romney made some provocative statements about Gitmo and torture in the Republican debate Tuesday night, and followed up yesterday with even more comments on how he feels on the subject. In his quest to portray himself as a tough guy, apparently he feels we should shed our treaty obligations and our existing military regulations regarding treatment of prisoners. Just what America needs, another moralizing jackass who feels like the laws of this country should be subordinated to his whims.


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By Matthew Asher
With the first round of injury reports for the NFC Divisional Playoff round finally due, the list of players for both the Falcons and Seahawks are surprisingly small.
For Atlanta, it shouldn't be so much of a shock since the Falcons did get last week off, many players who still might be licking their wounds had time off to heal. But the Seahawks, who just a few days ago won a very physical game against Washington, actually have fewer players on the injury report than Atlanta does.
The Falcons have just five players listed. Two of them were unable to participate in Wednesday's practice: safety Charles Mitchell (calf) and cornerback Chris Owens (hamstring).
Owens was last injured against the Detroit Lions. While he didn't participate in any sort of practices last week, this isn't a cause of concern for the Falcons. Coach Mike Smith addressed Owens' status (in his own unique way) this past Monday. "Chris has been working on the side," Smitty said. "He's been working on the side and we'll have to wait and see where he is. Probably of the guys he's not as far long as the other guys that we've been talking about."
Two of the other three Falcons were limited in practice on Wednesday: cornerback Dunta Robinson (head) and defensive end John Abraham (ankle). Both of these players were injured in the Week 17 loss to Tampa Bay.
Robinson was injured when he tried to knock down Doug Martin rather than arm tackle him. He had to come out of the game because he was exhibiting concussion-like symptoms. The good news is he didn't appear to actually suffer a concussion. "It was very good to get Dunta back," Smitty said, confirming that last Friday Dunta was cleared from the league-mandated concussion protocol and is expected to play this Sunday. "It was a great turnaround from Sunday to Friday."
Abraham was injured as he was chasing down a would-be sack victim Josh Freeman. He appeared to roll his ankle on the play and had to be carted off to the locker room. Fortunately, the week off has done him well.
The final Falcon on the report was able to fully participate in practice Wednesday: safety William Moore. After being out for the last handful of games, it appears as though Moore has finally gotten through all of his injuries.
For the Seahawks, just three players are listed but all of them did not participate in Wednesday's practice: strong safety Jeron Johnson (hamstring), cornerback Byron Maxwell (hamstring) and running back Marshawn Lynch (foot). Those wondering why defensive end Chris Clemons isn't on the report it's because he was placed on the injured reserve list.
Clemons isn't the only Seahawk to be added to the IR list. Kicker Steven Hauschka was also added with Clemons. According to the Seahawks website, defensive end Patrick Chukwurah and kicker Ryan Longwell have been signed to the team to replace Clemons and Hauschka.
Note: Since Wednesday was the first day both teams were required to list their players on the injury report, no status updates have been made for either team. To check on both injury reports throughout the week, click here for the Seahawks and here for the Falcons.
For reference:
- Probable: a 75% chance the injured player will be medically cleared for the game
- Questionable: a 50% chance the injured player will be medically cleared for the game
- Doubtful: a 25% chance the injured player will be medically cleared for the game
- Out: there is no chance the injured player will be medically cleared for the game
For more Local Football Bloggers and the latest Falcons news, see CBS Sports Atlanta.
Matthew Asher is a freelance writer covering all things Atlanta sports related. His work can be found on Examiner.com.


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Ryan Grassley a.k.a. Half Throttle sincerely loves Harley-Davidson motorcycles but also like to conceive and produce parodies and satires making fun of the brand. You've got a few video samples in my Blog. Exception with this only typography video using some of the most famous freedom quotes of the 1969 Easy Rider Movie. Harley-Davidson was at the top of its game in the coolness department. Watch, listen and at the end admire the freedom scene building into the Harley-Davidson logo. Superbly executed…
23 Responses to "Easy Rider Movie Famous Freedom Quotes In Superb Typography Video"
Nov 5th, 2010 at 9:15 am
Excellent typo work.
Nov 5th, 2010 at 9:15 am
Bring back memories…
Nov 5th, 2010 at 9:38 am
Nov 5th, 2010 at 10:04 am
Watch out Half T, The company may try to hire you! peace
Nov 5th, 2010 at 12:36 pm
Brilliant – great work!
Nov 5th, 2010 at 1:20 pm
It is a very good ad. I like it.
Nov 5th, 2010 at 2:39 pm
I disagree that Grassley "sincerely loves Harley-Davidson motorcycles" since he's never owned one in his life (he not only rides strictly foreign but continually touts the superiority of foreign brands) and his numerous YouTube comments clearly show that his anti-Harley clips aren't just good-natured ribbing but reflect genuine contempt for Harleys and those who ride them. Applauding his efforts amounts to autophobia.
Some of Halfthrottle's comments from YouTube (these are direct quotes):
"The number one definition of a Fag according to the urban dictionary is a person who rides a harley davidson motorcycle"
"Well yeah that stuff about Harley riders being fags is true."
"Harley owners are Fags you dumb bastard."
"Pop quiz: What kind of people wear lots of leather every where they go, and are covered with metal studs and tassels? Answer: Fags. no wait Harley riders, no wait I can't tell them apart from each other."
"You ride a Harley Davidson because they have clever advertising."
"Many other companies style their bikes after Harley. Which has probably stifled the progression of the motorcycle industry as a whole, but they have to make what sells. Although they are styled the same, Japanese bikes are technologically superior."
"Comparing the riding position of a Harley to a bullet bike would be foolish. Almost as foolish as buying a Harley Davidson."
"Open your eyes Harley riders and look at the amazing selection of motorcycles our world has to offer."
"I paid cash for my BMW 1200GS. The GS is a bike which is about a million times better than any Harley Davidson for about the same price. But really what I'm trying to say is, I think your dumb."
"Some cops ride Harley's, but the ones who enjoy their jobs ride BMW's and Honda's."
"BMW's and Honda's are faster, safer, handle better, more reliable. I'm sure most officers would prefer to ride a BMW all day over Harley."
"Tell me another company that has been in business for 105 years and made such little progress."
"Probably the smartest thing Harley could do is go with a Japanese carb. They need all the outside they can get."
"Harley's look so at home on a trailer it's amazing."
"Oh I'm sure there are worse bikes out there. Ever taken a Jezhang for a ride?"
Nov 5th, 2010 at 2:59 pm
Don't mind Todd8080 he is the President of the official Halfthrottle fan club, and is just trying to create controversy so more people will watch my videos.
Thanks Todd
Nov 5th, 2010 at 3:03 pm
From Ryan Grassley To Cyril Huze
By email.
November 5th, 2010, 9.05 am EST.
"Hard to believe, I know. But I don't hate H-D. I do find it entertaining how easily many of their riders get fired up."
Nov 5th, 2010 at 6:01 pm
Have I misquoted you, Ryan? I think your comments are a pretty clear indication of your true feelings about Harleys and their owners (and I only posted some of them).
It's a shame, really, because those of us "fags" that are "foolish" and "dumb" enough to ride the world's most famous, revered and sought-after brand of motorcycle might just know something that you don't.
The only thing I get "fired up" about is people who go to great lengths to disparage something they obviously know nothing about. It makes me question their motives, and after seeing your bike and reading your comments I can only conclude your motive is jealousy.
Incidentally, my "inferior" Harley has already gone five times as many miles as your BMW (enough to circle the globe ten times) and will still cruise comfortably all day at 100 mph without a hiccup and without losing a drop of oil.
There's another fellow on the web named Chris Shields whose sole purpose in life appears to be denigrating Harleys and their owners. Like you, he's never owned one, but he doesn't let a little thing like that keep him from being a self-proclaimed expert on them. Maybe you guys could start a Harley haters circle jerk.
Nov 5th, 2010 at 6:12 pm
"Four wheels move the body….Two wheels move the soul" – author unknown.
Says a lot about why we all ride, no matter what we ride. peace brothers.
P.S. I did think it was some cool graphics and it did spark memories.
Nov 5th, 2010 at 6:44 pm
Interesting…Is it true that Grasseley does not ride a Harley??? He didn't deny it in his response. If that's true then how would he know how good/bad Harleys are??? It sure sounds like TODD8080 has enough knowledge of Grasseley that says he's uninformed and biased. Reading his "stuff" all I have to say is if it walks like a duck, talks like a duck, he's probably a duck. However, based on his response above, it appears that he doesn't have the balls to just come out and admit that he really does have some kind of a chip on his shoulder about H.D.
Nov 5th, 2010 at 7:48 pm
Yes it is true that I don't ride a Harley. Todd8080 enjoys trashing my videos as much as I enjoy making them. I could block him from my account, but I figure if I'm going to dish it, its only fair that I take it.
In the description of the video I wrote, "I don't hate Harley Davidson, I make parodies and satires in hopes that this American company will someday return to greatness. They can't do that if the American public continues to buy their motorcycles because of patriotism. The Harley customer needs to demand more."
My opinion of Harley doesn't really matter, it certainly isn't the motivation behind the videos. I don't hate Harley Davidson so badly that I sit around thinking up creative ways to poke fun at them. I sit around and think of topics for videos that I hope people will enjoy and will get a lot of views. There are 112 videos on my youtube account only 2 of them making fun of H-D. I think if you watch them you will find out I'm not such a bad guy.
The comments Todd posted above are all replies to comments people made on my "Honest Harley Davidson Commercial." People post a mean comment they get a mean reply, a mean reply starts an argument which leads to many more comments and views. What Todd doesn't realize is that in his effort to explain to viewers how full of shit I am he is giving my video loads of comments. When a youtube video gets loads of comments it gets "youtube honors" which places the video in a place where more people can find it, helping it to go viral.
One of the reasons the Honest H-D commercial has nearly 350,000 views is because people like Todd worked so hard to warn people it wasn't true. I refer to people like him as "president of my fan club" because they unwittingly help me so much.
As a YouTube partner I use my videos to generate passive income, the more views they get the more money I make. It isn't always a lot, but for now it pays the rent.
Hope that answers some of your questions. Thanks again for all your help Todd.
Nov 5th, 2010 at 8:17 pm
Don't care what you ride or not – great stuff Halthrottle!!!
Nov 5th, 2010 at 10:06 pm
Ryan, most of your comments trashing Harleys and calling their owners fags aren't in response to people posting "mean replies," they're you backslapping other foreign-riding Harley haters in agreement.
You can try to put a noble spin on your words and actions but to claim you do it "in hopes that this American company will someday return to greatness" is pure hogwash. In 1983 they sold less than 30,000 bikes; in 2006 they sold over ten times that amount.
Even in this current economic slump Harley is selling many times the bikes they sold just a few years ago, and continues to expand their market.
You keep claiming the MoCo never improves their product, yet you won't find any model of any year that wasn't improved from the year before. Harleys have always been continuously refined, even during the infamous AMF years.
Stock displacement of OHV Big Twins has steadily risen from 61 cubic inches a few decades ago to 96 cubic inches today (with 103 and 110 versions offered as options). Compression ratio has risen from 6.5:1 to over 9:1 while engine management has gone from hand-operated spark advance and points to fully computerized ignition and fuel injection.
Today's Harleys are smoother, faster, more comfortable and better handling than Harleys of just a few years ago. But you wouldn't know that because all you do is repeat the same old misinformation that foreign-riding Harley haters have been repeating for decades (like Harleys all leak oil, rattle your teeth out, lose parts on the highway, etc.).
And while people like you who have no interest in Harleys scream for more and more unnecessary complications from the MoCo, true Harley aficionados want less. We like the simplicity of two huge pistons making gobs of low-end torque (more torque at idle than some multi-cylindered foreign bikes produce at redline).
We like Harley's signature power pulses that can't be found in ugly, soulless, electric-feeling high-tech bikes. We have no interest in owning the latest whiz-bang technology. We like being able to get parts for any year of Big Twin, unlike the oriental bikes which change motors every couple of years, rendering them obsolete in a very short time.
And I can only speak for myself here, but I'm not keen on the idea of riding around laying on my gas tank with my ass in the air like a doe in heat. Geez, talk about fags.
If you want proof of the true value of a motorcycle, look in any motorcycle junkyard anywhere in the world for a Harley. This will require digging through mountains of scrapped late-model foreign motorcycles. If by some rare chance you happen to find a Harley, buy it quick because it's there entirely by mistake.
Nov 6th, 2010 at 5:26 am
Half-assed, half a mind, half-cocked, half sexual, half dick, one ball, Halfthrottle. You sellout FAG!! Oh, I'm sorry, do you take offence? I was only kidding to make money. Kinda whorish don't ya think? To do anything for a few sheckles of coin. You say we are helping you by replying to your derogatory bullshit! At least we stand up when we are insulted. I'd like to help you into the emergency room after us Americans kick the shit otta you like Harley is doing to all other motorcycle manufacturers the world over. There has to be some reason that is alluding you why Harley has lasted so long ang continues to dominate with an "inferior product". Harley is the only one people tattoo into their skin for life! Definition of a fag would be someone with a "Honda, Suzukie, Kawasuckie, Toyotie, Nissan, or Mitsubishie" tattoo. Mitsubeshie made the Japanese Zero that attacked us too but we sent them down in flames while riding to our airplanes on Harley-Davidsons! I've got to give my anger at your comments away to my Higher Power and I will pray for you to maybe see the folley of posting your drivel on a predominately Harley website. Wiz Oh, by the way my name is Rick Strand in Sioux Falls, South Dakota so you can't say I'm an anominous blogger.
Nov 6th, 2010 at 6:28 am
Oh yeah, Desperado tattoos too. Your bikes are still American made, ain't they Jeff? I know I got to take a chill-pill, mellow out, and lighten up. Wiz
Nov 6th, 2010 at 11:52 am
I liked the way he worked with the letters. That was really col. As for his feelings about Harleys and their riders. He should come to New England. We ride here. One of my so called crap Harleys has 167,999 miles on it so far and still runs great. I have a few and they handle very well. I have a lot of winding back roads here and have no problem with the curves at any speed. It isn't the bike that has the problems, it's the rider that can't ride. As for leather. I wear a leather jacket to keep warm and dry plus for the added protection in case I ever get hit and go dowm. I am not a honda rider that wears sandles, shorts and a tank top that will end up with a body full of road rash. Try a Harley and you will never go back to another make
Nov 9th, 2010 at 12:19 pm
Those were really cool custom choppers. Harley-Davidson REFUSED to give the movie bikes! Now they want to assume credit. Don't fall for it you IDIOTS>
Nov 9th, 2010 at 1:59 pm
Actually, a good amount of those comments are quotes from an episode of South Park…. . If you're not a stereotype then there's no reason to be offended by them.
Nov 10th, 2010 at 10:14 am
I don't think the movie would have been the same if they were riding STOCK Harley-Davidsons, do you? It would have fallen through the cracks like the empty, predictable story of "Wild Hogs". "Easyriders" made a statement about breaking loose and going for the uncertain enjoyment [or folly] that the freedom from the mainstream, "Brick in the wall", society is trying to put us all in, as evidenced by the conversation in the lettering. Did anyone get the MESSAGE? Einstien, the Wright brothers, anyone who dares to venture "out of the box" were and are considered "Idiots" by the chickens in the coop. If they were to look upward past thier cozy cage where they get fed regularly for their submission they would see the Eagle soaring far overhead, not knowing where it's next meal is coming from but expieriencing the Joy of looking for it. And Man, What a view!! Wiz
Nov 19th, 2010 at 12:49 pm
Once again, Betty is right….I ride a harley that I heavily customized myself….I saw the episode of South Park and thought it was hilarious….google it up….not sayin that we're fags….(gay in the US)….but the rest of the episode was spot on for most harley riders…make more noise, no one is lookin at us…lol
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I'm trying track down a couple of tunes Charlie played on his show in GLR / BBC London days.
The 1st is a dancey tune called (I think) "Blow Your Blues Away" by Little Twitch (or Titch?) I seem to recall Charlie bringing a vinyl copy of this to an early DJ Relay for someone else to play as part of their 15 minutes.
The 2nd is by Jamaican singer Spanner Banner & is a poppy reggae tune called "Cheater" I've found reference to its existence on the net, but haven't been able to find a way to listen to or download it.
Any clues would be very welcome


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Bolivar Conti
Managing Director
Eduardo Shaw
Background information
DERES is a non-profit business organization that promotes Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in Uruguay. Its mission is to develop the concept of Corporate Social Responsibility into the management system of corporations and business organizations in Uruguay.
Member companies are from the public and private sector.


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[HISTORY: Adopted by the Board of Health of the Township of Logan 6-8-1977 as Ord. No. 2. Readopted by the Township Council of the Township of Logan 12-7-1985 by Ord. No. 8-1985 (see Ch. 1, General Provisions, Art. I). Amendments noted where applicable.]
A code regulating the construction and alteration of swimming pools, wading pools and appurtenances thereto, including general layout and design, recirculation systems, filtration systems, disinfection, wastewater disposal, dressing rooms and bathhouses, showers, toilets and lavatories, emergency equipment, bathing water quality, supervision and maintenance, and declaring violations of said code a nuisance and prescribing penalties therefor, is hereby established pursuant to P.L. 1950, c. 188 (N.J.S.A. 26:3-69.1 to 3-69.6). A copy of said code is annexed hereto and made a part hereof without the inclusion of the text thereof herein.
The said code established and adopted by this chapter is described and commonly known as the "Swimming Pool Code of New Jersey — 1970."
Three copies of the said Swimming Pool Code of New Jersey - 1970 have been placed on file in the office of the Health Officer of this Board of Health upon the introduction of this chapter and will remain on file there for use and examination by the public.
The code herein established and adopted is hereby supplemented by adding the following section:
Section 2.7.1 Fee - A fee for licensure of swimming pools, as required herein, in the amount of $25, shall be paid by the applicant upon the issuance of such license. Said licenses shall be obtained annually before any swimming pools governed by this chapter are occupied. Said licenses shall terminate at 12:00 midnight on December 31 of each calendar year.
Any person who violates or neglects to comply with any provision of this chapter or code established herein or notice issued pursuant thereto shall, upon conviction thereof, be liable to a penalty of not less than $5 nor more than $500 for each violation.
All ordinances, codes or parts of the same inconsistent with any of the provisions of this chapter and the code established hereunder are hereby repealed to the extent of such inconsistency, except for the New Jersey State Uniform Construction Code. The regulations of the New Jersey State Uniform Construction Code shall control in the event of a conflict between its provisions and that of the Swimming Pool Code of New Jersey - 1970, and the provisions of said Swimming Pool Code are hereby repealed to the extent of any such inconsistency with the New Jersey State Uniform Construction Code.[1]


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Group exhibition: Artists of Badu Island - Art Collector
|An artwork by Laurie Nona. Courtesy: the artist and Mossenson Galleries, Subiaco
|The artistry of the Badu Island artists, whether intricate prints, expressive castings or passionate dance, convey the intangible, yet undeniable triune bond between the island, its people, and the native wildlife. They tell of the changing of the seasons, the primal forces of the sun, moon, wind and rain, and their eternal influence upon this ancient trinity. This exhibition is a celebration of, and tribute to, the physical and spiritual vitality imbued within this remote island home.
Elucidating the artistic and cultural relationship between contemporary art and traditional performance in the Torres Strait, featured artists Laurie Nona and Alick Tipoti will perform a traditional Badu Island dance. Mossenson Galleries in conjunction with Badu Art Centre is delighted to offer this unique experience.
|Exhibition opens: 6-8pm Tuesday 14 April 2015
|Exhibition closes: 2 May 2015
|Location: Mossenson Galleries, 115 Hay Street, Subiaco WA 6008
|Contact: 08 9388 2899
|Email: firstname.lastname@example.com


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The NEW Bamboo Stylus Pocket – Because Fingers are Fat
I honestly hate my husbands Smartphone, whenever we're in the car and he asks me to answer a text for him, I hate it even more. I can't say that I have particularly chubby fingers, but I can never seem to get through a whole text without mis-typing several letters. I can think of a few phones, tablets, or even some apps that could truly benefit from a nice stylus… was there something wrong with using a stylus? Who decided fingers were better?
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Guest post: 2015 should be the year of real action on extreme poverty and climate change | beyondbrics
My second op-ed of 2015 is a fuller rundown of my thoughts on post-2015 development agenda. Sadly, Financial Times' BeyondBRICS blog has it hidden behind a registration wall. If you are patient enough to register (you can do so easily by logging in with Twitter) and read it, I'd appreciate your feedback. After decades of […]Read More →


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Sorry I've been quiet so long, for a while I've had excuses for not writing a post but recently it's just a lack of concentration and determination to sit down and do it, but here goes.
I'm a Christian and this year I started university. All year I've been discovering that doing this isn't as straightforward as just turning up and going with the flow. So I am humbly going to put some pointers and hints down for all of you who are in the position I was a year ago. Don't take everything I say to the letter, it's based on my experience and obviously different universities will also have slightly different circumstances. If you're not in the UK you may find this useful but just be aware that I am and things may work differently where you are. Oh and please ask me questions!
So I'm splitting this into a few posts and the first couple are about before you even get to uni, what to think about and what to do.
Right, so you've just finished your A-Level exams and you're starting to enjoy your summer, pretending you're not just waiting for your results. Now I know that you may be panicking about your results and I'm not going to tell you that you've done fine because honestly, I don't know! But I will say that there's no point letting them overshadow your summer and preparing for university. Although if you've handed in your BTEC coursework or you're just finishing up your year out or… [insert activity here] then I guess you're not worrying which is lovely for you!
There's something you need to think about and consider before we go any further. And it's actually pretty crucial.
Are you serious about living your life for Jesus?
You won't have the safety net of your parents, your familiar church family, your youth group and your youth pastor/minister any more. I'm not saying these people will be deserting you or leaving you on your own but you won't see them on a daily/weekly basis and it's extremely easy to not keep in touch. I sincerely hope all of you reading this can say "yes" to that question above but you need to take the time to know that is your answer. Because when you get to university you need to be firm and sure of who you are and how you're going to live. I don't mean you need to have every detail sorted out but you need to know that you're not going to live as the world does. We are called to be in the world, but not of it. We are to be salt and light that points to Christ. And it takes effort. And to put in effort you need to have motivation. And if motivation for living out your faith has come from people around until now you need to be ready for when they're not any more.
If this applies to you, I'm not saying this to break you down but actually to build you up. When your relationship with God depends on Him rather than other people it is so much richer and frankly, amazing, than when you're just being carried along. So please, take a look at you walk with God and see where it's at right now. Make the conscious decision to follow Him regardless who else is in your life.
But hey, I'm not saying you've got to do this with no "ground support" at all, just the people providing it will change completely. In my next post I'll tell you about who these people will be and how to start linking up with them now.


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New IRA Chairman Patrick Donelly addresses over 250 IRA members, elected officials, and special guests at the IRA's Annual Meeting.
As the Illinois Restaurant Association kicked off 2015 at our Annual Meeting on February 3, we were thrilled to appoint Patrick Donelly as the new Chairman of the Board. With a career that spans more than 40 years in the hospitality industry, Patrick will bring a new vision and an abundance of expertise as the IRA moves into the exciting year ahead.
Patrick is currently the General Manager of the Hyatt Regency Chicago, the city's largest hotel and the largest Hyatt in the world. He oversees all operations and is responsible for the vision and the future direction of the property. Patrick began his career with Hyatt in 1986 and has served in multiple positions and in many properties throughout his tenure. His new position with the Illinois Restaurant Association is a perfect role for him, as he is passionate about the hospitality community here in Illinois and is a supporter of several charitable organizations. In addition to his role with the Illinois Restaurant Association, Patrick was the Chairman of the Board of the Illinois Hotel & Lodging Association last year, and has been involved with the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, The Magnificent Mile Association, and has sat on the Executive Board for Choose Chicago.
We were excited to sit down and talk to Patrick this month to hear what he had to say about 2015, his priorities for the Illinois Restaurant Association this year, and which sports team he values above all others!
The Illinois Restaurant Association is advocating for its members and educating elected officials on a daily basis. Register today for our Springfield Lobby Day. Lobby Day is an opportunity for you to join a coalition of IRA members and get quality face time with the policymakers who are voting on legislation that will have a significant impact on your business' bottom line.
Springfield Lobby Day puts the issues we care about center stage with members of the General Assembly and the Governor's Office. It is the perfect chance to sit down and have honest, meaningful conversations with elected officials about how important issues like a uniform minimum wage, tip credit, happy hour, tourism funding, and taxes are to your business and restaurateurs throughout Illinois. Consider it a 1-day investment in your business and the future of our industry.
Click here to register for the event.
Click here to read more about the Springfield Lobby Day Agenda and FAQs. For more information, contact Matt Quinn at 312-380-4122 or email@example.com.
In November 2015, Coca-Cola will be celebrating the 100th anniversary of the contour bottle. The bottle was created so it would have unmistakable curves and a distinctive contour. This was the result of a design brief that called for the package to be "so distinctive that it could be recognized by touch alone and so unique it could be identified when shattered on the ground." The visual identity system for the Coke bottle is rooted in the company's rich story of innovation and creativity.
Throughout the year in cities and countries across the globe, Coca-Cola will be celebrating this important milestone by showcasing the fact that every Coke bottle has a story. From the one picked to be kissed by Marilyn Monroe, to the Coke bottles that became symbols of peace and unity on a mountain top for "I'd Like to Teach the World to Sing," to the Coke bottle featured in Andy Warhol's masterpieces - they all share a story.
In Chicago, we will be extending that celebration through special events, customized bottles, and retails offers. We are encouraging all of our restaurant customers to get involved with the celebration by offering our aluminum or glass bottles as part of their beverage service.
Feel free to email Danny O'Shea, Director of Market Unit Sales for Food Service and On-Premise for Coca-Cola Chicago, at firstname.lastname@example.com for more information about your current Coca-Cola Foodservice Account or to set up new service.
Eli's Cheesecake and O'Briens invite bakers to enter the "Cheesecake with an Irish Twist" Bake-Off on Sunday, March 1 at 2:00 p.m. at O'Briens Restaurant, located at 1528 N. Wells St. in Chicago
Create your own unique cheesecake with an Irish twist and you could win a year's supply of Eli's! Your creation will also be sold at Eli's Cafe and at O'Briens to benefit Mercy Home for Boys and Girls. Chicago's St. Patrick's Day Parade Queen and her court are also participating in the contest. Plus, enjoy a live performance by the Shannon Rovers Irish Pipe Band. To register, or for more information, visit www.elicheesecake.com/IrishBakeOff or call 773-308-7019.
Special St. Paddy's Day desserts include Irish Mint Cheesecake and Irish Cream Cheesecake. Place your order at shop.elicheesecake.com or by calling 800-ELI-CAKE.
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