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How to self care as a special needs caregiver
As a caregiver, we can often overlook the burn out factor.
I became burnt out friends! That is why there have been very few blog posts. I shared a bit about being burnt out before and last week I wrote a post about attending a conference that helped speakers and writers which I found a new source of inspiration.
This blog is about balance and I have not shared about how I balance and manage to live with 22q11.2 deletion syndrome. It requires a lot of time management in all areas of life, physical, emotional and spiritual. I went to the speaker's conference as I mentioned above and I came back home to the reality of trying to keep up with my two bedroom apartment and kids sometimes I only have free time to sit with my husband and fall a sleep on the couch.
I have a bit on my own plate to manage my own health issues I have gastroparesis and it is gastroparesis awareness month so I felt I needed to write about the struggles I have.
I have adhd and ptsd I have not talked about my struggles with these things and how I am managing those symptoms or even managing. It is because I am busy managing these issues all at once and on hyper alert and on top of most of it. I say most of it the one issue I had with writing my blog posts lately is because of some of the sweet honest feedback and comments friends have given to me after I was on a few podcast I been doing a few different podcast shows because it is easier for the nerve damage for me to speak than it is to type out an entire blog post. I can transcribe podcast post later after my nerve damage heals but many of you have asked where I have been. What has Bella and our family been up to this summer and where are your rambling updates filled with tired typo. That is because I am stepping up my blog and I am starting to work on book writing perhaps in the future you will see pdf files for sale on my website for right now I sit and type behind my computer screen when I get the change to breath or when I get the chance to get away and type it is almost never this summer has gone by so fast and I have been living in the moments and enjoying each day as if it was my last. Life truly is short. I lost my brother when he was 6 years old and he had 22q the fact that Bella and I both have 22q and are doing as well as we are is a huge blessing and I will not take that for granted. Now there are some people who are envious of how well we are doing or think I have it all and I am accomplished I am not accomplished at all to be honest I'm just a simple mom trying to find her quiet place manage the kids and husband and my own struggles with my health issues as well as Bellas health issues. I worked my butt off when Bella was young I cut off a lot of unhealthy social stress from online support groups where some only wanted to bash each other and compete over who knows the most about 22q I'm not about to play that game to say I know more or less than any other person out there. I know how 22q affects me as no two people with this disorder are alike. That includes my father, half-sister, half-brother and the half-brother who passed away we are all dealing with the 22q11.2 deletion in our own ways none of us hear voices in our heads and none of us have thyroid issues. As they are common on the list of issues that could go wrong like heart issues we do not have any of these major factors to deal with. Other than mild heart murmurs hypercalcemia my gasteroparies and bellas mild cerebral palsy both mine and Bella's heart are doing okay.
I am not going to justify and list all of the issues we have or don't have but the one common issue we face is hypercalcemia including Bella. Bella and my levels of all three calcium levels have stabilized our iron levels were low to all of us one that was balance things got easier. Sure we deal with things like Adhd and I struggle with time management. Honestly every mom I mentor with a 22q child or not struggles with how to best manage their time it not like there is a crash course in time management 101. There might be I might make a book about it but some other Billy bob out there might take my idea and make it their own before I get around to pulling it off.
I received all of your encouraging words and emails, as I reply to each one slowly I am coming up with blog posts ideas. I love the one question I get from all the parents I mentor is how do I do it all. I simply don't if it is something that God brings me to he will get me through it. My faith is my strength and that might not work for some of you but there has to be something higher power other than myself I sure couldn't do this all on my own according to some people they are shocked I can tie my own shoes let alone speak up and out and advocate as well as I do.
I am now almost all gluten free elimination diets sucks by the way.
I find I have more issues with milk vs gluten and lactose-free seems to help me with fewer tummy pains. Still eating soft mushy foods but allowing myself a cheat day here and there. I also enjoy going out now I enjoy friends and time with them and I embrace life. I even did a 5k race this past May with Bella and I am training to do another 5k.
I am slowly healing from gastroparesis it will never go away and could get worst before I get better.
The flair ups and they have been less and less as I learn new ways to eat and balance life. Stress is a huge trigger. I once had a panic attack so bad that my resting heart rate was at 120. I started medication for that simply because I need to find time to reset and balance my physical and emotional as the two are so inter connected. I didn't realize that having a panic attack could affect your heart as well. I mean I figured I would have to be 50 or 60 before that kind of stuff affected me.
I am 34 and I have to slow down and eliminate the negative social pressure of the crap that people want to fling online even if it something as simple as a good old political debate on Facebook. I avoid it all. I do this because I need to keep myself healthy distant myself from love one's friends or family members I have no issues walking away from if it becomes stressful for me it not a reflection on who they are as a person it just a reflection on my own personal boundaries what I will and will not tolerate. As I adjust to this new me my family is also and we talk it all out in the open at family meetings. We have routine charts and rules listed on the wall with natural consequences because sometimes it all to much to keep in my head and in the heat of the moment we can forget about coping skills. I even have a list of things to do when angry or bored on the wall by our routine and chore charts. My apartment is decorated with family pictures as well everyone has a role in the family and all have value and worth in my home.
I even started seeing a new dr locally for myself vs traveling further out. Sometimes just a few small changes add up over time and looking back a year ago I am not who I was and I see huge growth like I mention in that conference post I grew as a person in two years in my speaking journey but I also grew in two years over my own personal journey and finding balance. I even had a fun girls night out last night while Adam watched the kids and my friends' kids. Adam a trooper. I give props to all of the single parents who are out there dealing with this syndrome on your own with your children who have 22q I don't know how you all do it. I only know what works for myself.
I am feeling much better and now I am working on sleep and routines.
Sleep has always been a struggle as many of you 22q mommas can relate to.
When Bella was first born and going through diagnosed stage I didn't get any more than maybe 2 hours of sleep a night.
So doing managed care for myself and she became too much and I had let my health slide.
Now 10 years later I am finally back on track I have been on track before but this is a new back on track for me as I am doing everything holistically and naturally. Educate yourself is the key to hope. Question everything and avoid online group drama that stuff and pull you in and suck you dry. The competitive I know more than you are strong in groups and they tend not to be about supporting sad to say not all of these groups are bad and most have good intention but there are 22q haters out there and haters will hate and that's okay. I'm not going to go out of my way to change anyone else's mind. I'm just simply sharing what works for me. I ignore the stigma and if I don't let it be there for me my daughter isn't going to pick up on it from others either and if they aim it towards her then they are not worth the effort or energy for us to focus no one can say we are normal or close to normal as no one sees all that I struggle and deal with or what Bella struggles and deal with. Why would I want to be remind of the sad angry moments when I can share the positive side and the down low sides but I have ups and downs of this journey and just when you think you have it handled bam something else new comes up on the diagnose journey and we have to learn new ways of management. This disorder is a managed disorder there is no cure and we are all fighting our own journey why make it all the time soap drama when we can go out there and make a beautiful world and help encourage one another.
Encouraging others and mentoring others is why I started my blog to avoid the drama and focus on finding others who are going through the same things. Who are not wanting to be Debbie downers but want to figure out healthy ways for positive change from a negative stressful often times emotionally unstable process of healing and living with 22q211.2 deletion
I think I am only in three groups now. I was recently asked to help monitor one and I am honored to do so as the few groups I am in are really on the ball and yes allow venting but not whining there is a difference.
The blog has been around for 4 years and going strong at over 4,000 subscribers even with the changes I have had to make with web hosting. Do you remember me considering putting together a website vs blog this is that website I told you all about!
I am also working on a YouTube channel in the future as that's how media trends seem to go. Remember it's okay for self-care so you can be the best you for your kids and family. I am so glad I was tested and treated for 22q issues. Some others hate the fact they were tested because there is no one who knows how to treat because most doctors don't have a clue what it is still even after all these awareness efforts that are why I share outside of the 22q community an old fashion grass roots system of just sharing about our journey and if it brings awareness that is a nice added bonus. So distance yourself from the negative people who want to hate on you or bring you down and focus on the positive friends you do have and there will be room to make for new connections that will be of support both ways it a give and take that is how you know it is a healthy kind of support system.
That is my tip for the week.
What are some of your favorite self-care tips?
Until next time take care and have some fun when you can
Amanda Ripsam


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Stretching Pain Away with the Piri-Stretcher®...
Stretching Pain Away with the Piri-Stretcher®
Doesn't it always seem like it hits at the most inopportune times? You could be rushing off to get your kids to school on time or about to take your turn at bat, and bam! Piriformis pain arrives and makes itself known. It may be subtle at first, but you know in a few minutes it could be debilitating. It's time to pop some pain killers and get on with your day, right? Well, that's probably right for many people, but those who use the Piri-Stretcher on a regular basis have a bit of a different outlook.
The patent-pending Piri-Stretcher® is registered with the FDA as a class 1 medical device, and it's used to treat both piriformis syndrome and sciatica in adults. The bottom line is that stretching helps piriformis syndrome, and the Piri-Stretcher helps target your efforts to the muscle that needs work. It is an easy-to-use and effective solution that can be used in the convenience of your own home to isolate and stretch that problem muscle.
Studies have shown that stretching is effective for treating piriformis syndrome. Conservative treatments are often all that's needed to get sufferers up and running like new again.
Here are some treatments that have proven to be effective against piriformis syndrome:
TENS – Or transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation is a process by which medical professionals stimulate the muscle with an electric current.
Eliminating negative habits – If you sit for long periods of time or exercise intensely without stretching first, you need to start taking better care of your muscles. Pain or not, you need to stretch your muscles more often – especially the piriformis muscle.
Muscle stretching – This is what the Piri-Stretcher® is all about. It's easy to perform stretches at home, but you'd be surprised how difficult it can be to get a good stretch in your piriformis muscle. That's why we designed the product; to help people target that muscle and get better without surgery.
Local massage – Massage relaxes the muscles, so it only makes sense that it would help in treatment of piriformis syndrome.
If your piriformis syndrome is manageable, you may want to consider muscle stretching, local massage and eliminating the habits that are causing you pain. Many people opt to avoid TENS as it is the least natural way to treat the problem. Stretching is one of the most important things you can do to treat piriformis syndrome, but you should also look at other options to include in your treatment routine. For example, daily use of the Piri-Stretcher® along with a weekly massage may boost your efforts. Evaluate all options to create a plan that works for you.

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Wine tasting is seen as the ultimate
Wine tasting may seem a little old-hat to the wine connoisseur, but how often do you actually take the time to really appreciate the fine wines in your collection? Often just a small sip will suffice before you choose a bottle from your wine rack, but it is the whole process that really makes wine tasting a special experience.
We aim to shatter the illusion and make wine tasting accessible to everyone – after all, wine is there to be enjoyed. Wine tasting doesn't need to be a complicated process. As soon as you understand the basic principles, you will begin to learn what you should be looking out for. Of course, it is always important to remember that everyone's palate is different, meaning that personal tastes and preferences will always prevail.
Follow Your Nose
50% of taste comes from smell, so your nose is as important a tool as your palate when it comes to wine tasting. Pick a bottle from your wine rack and pour a small amount into a glass to taste. The first step should be to swirl the wine around the glass before you taste it. This will allow you to smell the aroma of the wine, and can also help you to identify if there are any problems.
There are three subcategories for detecting the aroma of wine:
- Primary – the most dominant aromas
- Secondary – background flavours, usually as a result of the production process
- Tertiary – aromas stemming from the ageing process
Although it can be difficult to pick the subtle aromas out at first, with practice, you will become much more proficient at detecting the individual scents.
What to Look Out For
Next, comes taste. Flavour is detected on the palate, but the most important aspects to take into consideration are the acidity, sweetness, and tannins. These will dictate the style of the wine and also help when it comes to finding the perfect food pairing. You may also have heard professional wine tasters talking about the body of the wine - this is the overall feel and intensity of the wine.
Last but not least, you will need to either swallow or spit out the wine to understand the finish. As a general rule, the longer the positive taste of the wine lingers, the higher the quality of the wine should be.
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Denman Island Finds
I was on Denman Island last year about this time but I was only passing through on my way to Hornby Island. This time my travels took me to Denman Island to attend the 20th Denman Island Home & Garden Tour. Those of you who are gardeners in Canada will know the name "Des Kennedy". Des has a spectacular property on Denman Island where he's lived since the ealy 80's. The photo below is one of the many treats you will find on his property.


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BMW Motorrad's Best First Half of Year in History
For the fourth time in a row, BMW Motorrad has set a new record for sales for the first half of a year. A total of 80,754 motorcycles and maxi scooters were supplied to customers worldwide through June 2016 (prev. yr.: 78,418 units). This is an increase of 3.0% and it's the first time BMW Motorrad was able… Continue Reading »


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A Mobile Phone Contract for Our Daughter
If you were to walk in the front door of the house I grew up in, your eyes would be immediately drawn to the fixture on the wall in front of you. And like many others, you would turn to me with wide eyes, pointing with a full arm extended, and ask "what is that?"
No, it wasn't a weird painting or mounted head or anything, it was much more horrifying.
A true old style rotary phone with bells on top that ring when somebody called.
Why is it horrifying you ask? Have you ever dialed a full phone number on one of those things? The novelty is lost immediately when you realize you're dialing a phone number that includes several nine's and zero's. Five minutes after you started, your call is actually ringing. In fact I think it was faster back in the day when you just told the operator what number you wanted to connect to...
My kids however are fascinated by the thing. The rotary dial that spins back each time with its many clicks and the clanging bells when it rings are all things of amazement because they've never lived in a house with a landline. We cut the cord before they were born and haven't had a traditional phone in our home for many years. This was all wonderful and hasn't been a problem until our daughter was old and mature enough to stay at home by herself or babysit and now we found ourselves with a problem.
How will she contact us to ask how to put out a grease fire?
Now every parent must weigh if and when they will provide their children a mobile phone. Our rational (or irrational based on your view) for doing so now are several things. Its not gospel and I'll admit the first one is probably the main reason (though number four is a close second...)
Convenience: It's very easy and comforting to be able to know you can reach your child or your child can reach you at anytime.
Cost: We already own the device and to be added to our mobile phone plan was much less then to buy another phone/system or landline.
Reliability: We have tried the wifi only route for awhile, and while we never had real problems, our internet goes out enough and the call quality was sketchy enough to make me nervous.
Motivation: To be honest she responds with positive behavior when threatened to lose her technology. (we work on heart issues too, but I admit to taking this easy route...a lot...)
Maturity: This is the kicker. If we didn't feel she was able to handle all the dangers that a mobile phone brings (as we walk alongside her) we wouldn't give her access to one. We've done all we can do to safeguard it technologically and we're working every day to safeguard her heart.
So with that, here is the contract and rules we gave our daughter when we gave her a mobile phone of her very own. This was inspired by Cameron Moll's contract he wrote for his son.
It's kinda long but this is kinda a big deal.
You do not own this phone. Mom and Dad (mostly dad :) paid for the phone and pay the bill each month. It has been given to you to use and manage. Do good with it and you will find an incredible return on your investment.
Proverbs 3:9
Honor the Lord with the abundance he has given to you.
We understand that accidents happen. Both mom and I have dropped, scratched, and broken our phones and we were responsible to pay to get them fixed or replace them. You also will be responsible to fix or replace your phone if it is broken or lost. A case will be provided to you free of charge provided it doesn't have a weird hole in the back that shows off the Apple logo like a trampstamp.
From 7pm to 7am the phone will be in its charging station.
Mom and I love you so much and because of that we desire to make sure you are safe. Part of making you safe is to watch over you. When you were little we watched you every momement of the day. As you've grown you have gained wisdom and knowledge. We have granted you liberty to make some decisions and we don't need to watch over you as closely. As you grow you will continue to gain more trust and more liberty. Because we love you and want you to be safe we will continue to watch over you online. Until you become responsible for living on your own we will have access to your device, logins and passwords. If you break our trust you will lose privileges and your phone. We'll learn together and counsel with you on decisions.
Ephesians 6:1-4
Children, obey your parents because you belong to the Lord, for this is the right thing to do. "Honor your father and mother." This is the first commandment with a promise: If you honor your father and mother, "things will go well for you, and you will have a long life on the earth." Fathers, do not provoke your children to anger by the way you treat them. Rather, bring them up with the discipline and instruction that comes from the Lord.
It may sound trite, but you really do hold more computing power in your hand than the entire Apollo 11 module that landed on the moon. Use it to do amazing things!
Prov. 22:29
Do you see a man skillful in his work? He will stand before kings; he will not stand before obscure men.
You've been gifted with incredible creativity and skill so use it and create, don't just consume. Avoid the trap of mindlessly consuming others' thoughts and productions. Leave an incredible "digital footprint" in this wonderful world you're a part of.
Ex. 35:31-33
He has filled him with the Spirit of God, with hskill, with intelligence, with knowledge, and with all craftsmanship, to devise artistic designs, to work in gold and silver and bronze, in cutting stones for setting, and in carving wood, for work in every skilled craft.
Always remember that real life is better than any photo, status update, tweet, story, or video you'll ever find online. Exceptions include the DMV and sermons in which your dad is preaching.
Don't photograph everything and don't post every picture you take. Curate your photos and create something beautiful every time you post. Duck lips are "ew."
Digital technologies "need to be our servants, not our masters" (M. Russell Ballard). Be a master of the technology at your disposal. Not just your phone, but all technology. Don't allow your device to become an idol or become the end all in your life.
1 Corinthians 6:12
You say, "I am allowed to do anything" — but not everything is good for you. And even though "I am allowed to do anything," I must not become a slave to anything
Unless you become an CIA spy or a superhero, you won't mask your identity in real life. So don't do it online either. Use your full name in usernames whenever possible. Exposing your true identity is a great way to keep virtual behavior in check. Walk in the light.
Ephesians 5:11-14
Take no part in the worthless deeds of evil and darkness; instead, expose them. It is shameful even to talk about the things that ungodly people do in secret. But their evil intentions will be exposed when the light shines on them, for the light makes everything visible.
Your words have incredible power. Use them to encourage not to tear down. Do not text, email, or say anything through this device you would not say in person.
Proverbs 18:21
Death and life are in the power of the tongue.
Balance your musical tastes. Don't get locked into one style. Be different than your peers and explore the greatness and beauty that exists outside the Top 40. Your generation has access to music like never before in history. Take advantage of that gift. (FYI, playing Justin Bieber songs on your phone cause it to lock and shutdown)
Do not use this device to view inappropriate photos or videos of others, and do not share similarly inappropriate photos or videos of yourself with others. If you encounter something inappropriate, delete it, or close it, whatever it takes. Just as importantly, make a mental note of the path that led to the encounter to help you avoid it in the future.
1 Corinthians 6:18-20
Run from sexual sin! No other sin so clearly affects the body as this one does. For sexual immorality is a sin against your own body. Don't you realize that your body is the temple of the Holy Spirit, who lives in you and was given to you by God? You do not belong to yourself, for God bought you with a high price. So you must honor God with your body.
Related, "only say it or post it if you want the entire world to have access to your message or picture for all time" (David A. Bednar). Nothing is forever except for things posted online. This is possibly why your mom and I have never posted that rap video we made.
Proverbs 18:7
The mouths of fools are their ruin; they trap themselves with their lips.
Always answer calls or respond to messages from Mom and Dad.
Be where you are. You needn't check messages, updates or play games every minute there is downtime. Don't divide your attention among those around you by projecting yourself elsewhere through texting or messaging. Give those in your presence the respect they deserve.
Learn to overcome the uncomfortable feeling of striking up a conversation with those around you! Unless its that creepy guy who keeps asking you out, try not to use your phone as a means of avoiding others.
Keep your phone put away during certain events in which proper etiquette demonstrates self-discipline, such as family meals, at the movies, at school, in church, and so on.
Lastly, use your phone to glorify God. Enjoy it for the good gift that it is. Create beautifully, laugh, encourage, be inspired and learn to love God more from it.


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redjacket was founded in late 2014, in the throes of a music-industry-induced hangover. After the belated realization that there's no actual "community" to be found in the loosely-tied web of underground sound enthusiasts, it seemed natural to shift attention to, well, the ACTUAL community.
redjacket focuses on life in North Mankato, Minnesota, from the perspective of a Duluthian transplant. (Something along the lines of, "I used to hate this town, but now I kinda like it, and I'm not really sure why, but I'm going to unpack the damn thing.") Topics might include: Commuting by bicycle, listening to rad music, localized attempts at cultural relevancy, the clandestine nature of small-town politics, and criticism of the press.
Greater Mankato needs legit commentary on local culture. This isn't that source.
redjacket is curated by the former editor of Last Rites. He's also appeared at Backlit, Invisible Oranges, Angry Metal Guy, Metal Bandcamp, MetalReview, That's How Kids Die, and HuffPost Live.
He hates your band and doesn't want to join your club, but he does enjoy whiskey, grindcore, and housecleaning.
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Classic Minestrone Soup/
I know I post fairly frequently about my love of Norway and almost all things Norwegian (still not a fan of lutefisk!), but I really do love many things Italian as well! I have to say I think I tasted and ate some of the best food of my life when I visited Italy with my friend Pam years ago. I will never look askance at an eggplant again...not when our host and personal chef, Mike Graziano, made Melanzane alla Parmigiana (eggplant parmesan) that melted in your mouth! I didn't even know I was eating eggplant until he told me!
Well, I wish I was sharing his recipe for that delectable dish, but sadly, that is not yet in my repertoire...yet. What I will share is a simple, very healthy and low calorie Italian soup, a Classic Minestrone from Life: Beautiful magazine. This version of Minestrone has some delightful flavors and is a joy to put together. Coming in at 227 calories a serving, it claims the lowest calorie count of all the soups I have posted so far! (I swear I'm almost done with soups! Salads, anyone?)
Classic Minestrone by Life:Beautiful
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup chopped pancetta (about 5 ounces)
1 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 cup finely chopped celery
1/2 cup finely chopped carrot
4 cloves garlic, minced
5 1/2 ounces green beans, trimmed and cut into 1/2 inch pieces (about 1 1/2 cups)
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 (15 ounce) can crushed tomatoes, undrained
6 cups chicken broth
3 cups baby spinach
1 (16 ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup small shell macaroni
Kosher Salt and pepper, to taste
In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat. Add pancetta. Cook for 8 minutes or until crispy, stirring often. Add onion, celery and carrot; cook for 5 minutes or until softened. Add garlic; cook for 30 seconds. (At this point, your kitchen smells divine!). Stir in green beans, oregano, and basil; cook for 3 minutes more.
Stir in tomatoes and chicken broth. Bring to boiling, reduce heat. Simmer, covered, for 10 minutes. Stir in spinach, chickpeas and macaroni. Cook for 10 minutes more or until vegetables and pasta are tender. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
A little chopping involved, but easy, peasy to mix together! Wonderful flavors (the pancetta...yum!) and wholesome too!
Hard to believe February is almost over! This month brought a BIG birthday for me. Yes, I am that old! BUT... thankful to be alive, still learning and growing in many areas of my life (perhaps this means I'm a slow learner...sigh), fairly active and willing to try new things. The joys have outweighed the sorrows and trials and for that, I give Him all the glory. Warmly, Gracia


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Rangers Open Playoffs With 4-2 Win Over Ottawa
Ryan Callahan scored on a tough-angle shot in the first period and Marion Gaborik found the back of the net in the second helping the Rangers to a 4-2 victory over the Senators in an NHL opening round best-of-7 series.
Brian Boyle and Brad Richards scored as well, as New York built a 4-0 lead.
Ottawa's Daniel Alfredsson and Erik Condra scored late goals against Henrik Lundqvist, who stopped 30 of the 32 shots he faced.
The Rangers host Game 2 on Saturday night at 7:00.


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"We are undertaking a new direction in fishery management in the Northeast," said Patricia Kurkul, NOAA's Fisheries Service Northeast Regional Administrator. "The level of both collaboration and detail required is unprecedented for fishery management in our region," she continued. "These meetings allow us to work closely with fishermen to ease the transition, anticipate problems, and set up ways to work through any issues that arise as the new measures come on line."
Beginning in May 2010, the groundfish fishery will operate under a dual management system. Vessels may fish together in groups called sectors, or may fish under the existing system of restrictions on the number of days a vessel can fish, catch per trip, and area that can be fished. For the first time, all catch will be governed by quotas on landings and on discards.
Since April 2009, NOAA, sector participants and seafood dealers have worked together to prepare necessary documents and ready the data reporting systems, equipment, and people that are needed to monitor catch limits. Direct contacts have been made with the majority of the 1500 vessels and 600 seafood dealers affected by the new rules, through more than 200 one-on-one meetings, nine collaborative workshops, and regular, ongoing dialogue to further define industry and agency roles and responsibilities beginning May 1.
During March, meetings similar to the one in Portsmouth today were held in New Bedford and Gloucester, Mass., Portland, Maine, and Point Judith, R.I. NOAA's Fisheries Service Northeast regional office will host a telephone "town hall" conference call on April 14 to provide another opportunity for the industry to ask questions and talk to NOAA staff about the new measures.
During the fishing year, NOAA will hold regular meetings with sector representatives to share lessons learned, to identify and implement any more efficient methods found for reporting or managing information, to help sectors with data quality control, and to respond to emerging needs. NOAA will also be working closely with the New England Fishery Management Council to conduct a second set of outreach meetings with the broader fishing community to track how things are going in late May and early June.
In all, $47.1 million has been committed to get the new management underway and to support the industry for the first year. This includes direct grants to sectors to cover planning and organizational costs, training support, covering monitoring costs both dock-side and at sea, developing new technologies to ease monitoring and reporting tasks, and cooperative research to improve gear and fishing methods so that more of the available catch can be landed.
NOAA Fisheries Service is dedicated to protecting and preserving our nations living marine resources and their habitat through scientific research, management and enforcement. NOAA Fisheries Service provides effective stewardship of these resources for the benefit of the nation, supporting coastal communities that depend upon them, and helping to provide safe and healthy seafood to consumers and recreational opportunities for the American public.
NOAA's mission is to understand and predict changes in the Earth's environment, from the depths of the ocean to the surface of the sun, and to conserve and manage our coastal and marine resources. Join us on Facebook, Twitter and our other social media channels.


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Over the years, all the stress of life - at work, in relationships, parenting… I changed. Don't get me wrong - it's been great and I've learned a lot! And looking back I can see that Kim of Today (Present Kim, Kim Prime, Kim 00) has picked up some baggage along the way and it's time to unpack and make a drop at Goodwill, if you follow the metaphor. I'm on mission to get ME back…filled to the TOP too so look out, you know who you are.
Life is amazing and can only get better! I have a beautiful, smart and creative daughter and a loving, inspired partner with an amazing daughter of his own. We have a wittle Chi-Weiny and are also owned by a cat. Plus great parents and a supportive team of CRAZIES (family) that can be activated through a vast digital network (Oh the interweb, how we love ya!)
Work is how we are all doing it, how we pay the bills, put food on the table and take care of the kiddos. I'm a corporate analyst, who for the last many years has been solving corporate problems with data collection/distribution/analysis. Fascinating, no?
- Food Flirtations - Let's max out the yumminess, keep it (semi) health conscious and use time & money wisely! ...or I'll just REALLY wanna make the perfect chocolate lava cake and be consumed by it until it is done.... Seriously, I cannot predict WTF will go down. I LOVE Cooking & Baking and of course the EATING.
- A huge part of the ME-COVERY is getting right with my health…physical and emotional. I am constantly seeking balance in my real day to day. And honestly failing a ton LOL! But I've got a plan - Stick around and see if I can pull it off!
- Personal beautification ...aka the art of dressing and styling oneself to feel good, is another Flirtation of mine! I have naturally curly hair which provides a daily adventure - I will provide all the details! Clothes, makeup and MF SHOES…I enjoy the whole shebang. I also spend many a day in CHILL MODE, which is the art of living whilst rocking ones natural state aka no makeup/hair up. See, ALL about balance...
- Creativity, Expression and Collaboration ahead! Music, Art, Videos, Photography, Memes, Home DIY & Décor and MORE!


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I play all sorts of games. I have multiple names for almost infinite things that I do. My main names in the games I play are: Dragonslayer0093, Hawkian, Professor Hawk, Master Hawkian, BloodZealot, and SlayerHawk. I like a ton of different games, but the ones that I really keep track of on here are: C&C RA2/YR, Starcraft, Warcraft 3, and Star Wars Galactic Battlegrounds. I'm working on becoming a better player and a better map creator for all of these games. I also have worked a bit with the SWGB AI scripting, even though it did kick my butt a few times, I still tried to work with it, and may try again in the future. I'll test whatever anyone wants me to test, I like playing on maps that I have never tried before and I like testing things and pushing it to the limit.
I was able to buy Minecraft for my birthday a few months ago, but it took until recently until I was able to get a computer that could run it. Minecraft is amazing, I built a castle. :D It actually didn't take too long either, I'm glad I spawned on an extreme hill area. I also got a little dog that I named Jacob. :D
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Stable Channel Updates for Chromebooks
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Updates are spread over several days.
yay!!! go google! thanks you for the new OS build for the CR-48!
What are some of the new features?
When watching youtube I get sound getting corrupt and stutter after playing for about 1 minute.
This happens on both my desktop and netbook! They both run Ubuntu 12.04 and they are both Intel based.
This has been happening for all Chrome 20 versions released so far, had to roll back to 19.
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Any idea when the issue of desktop icons not scrolling to show past the first 45 apps is going to be sorted? Thanks
I hope they fixed that synch issue where it keeps saying reset synch via the dashboard and then I never get prompted to change my password.
It always says im synched to another password on another computer.


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Everything you need to know about this week's upcoming releases; the movers, shakers, good, bad and even ugly of the comic book world it's The Weekly Comic Book Forecast – June 22nd 2016!
As always, you can find the full list of this week's releases at Comiclist.com
June 23rd 2016
A surprisingly strong looking week actually!
Pick of the Week
Detective Comics #935
DC Comics: June 22, 2016 Writer: James TynionIV Art: Eddy Barrows
You guys. Last issue was GREAT. It really was one of the more well rounded number ones I've read in a whi- wait, issue 934??
Kidding, I'm happy about the renumbering, but seriously last issue had me thinking about Batman: The Animated Series, the best of Snyder's run and all sorts or warm fuzzy goodness. The Bat books seem to be in great hands.
Wild Card
Lucas Stand #1
Boom! Studios: June 1, 2016 Writer: Kurt Sutter Art: Jesus Hervas Cover: Steve Berman
I've not really watched Sons of Anarchy. I know, I KNOW GUYS. But here's the creator with a brand new original series and it seems…interesting. Look, it could go either way but an antihero that helps the devil drag the demons back into hell may just be the shot in the arm my pull list needs. And who knows, it may get me watching Sons of Anarchy!
Rest of the Best
Rebirth Update
Beepbeepbeep REBIRTH UPDATE beepbeepbeep. So Detective and Action Comics are in full swing now and as such leave our Rebirth list as they've already been 'birthed'. However there's still lots of Rebirthy goodness left to be had with The Flash #1, and I'm hoping that we see with the Flash what we saw with Superman, because the Rebirth issue of Supes wasn't that great but I really enjoyed issue 1. I feel the same about The Flash Rebirth: it wasn't as good as I wanted it to be, even though it was like the sequel to DC Universe Rebirth, so I'm hoping we see a true first issue with this week's offering.
Likewise, I almost fell asleep during Aquaman: Rebirth. It just felt really…defensive? Like, "Aquaman doesn't just talk to fish you know!" and I'd already bought the issue at that point! You had my money, yet you spent time telling me why I should buy a guy that lives under the sea. Sigh. Why can't comics Aquaman be like Brave and the Bold Aquaman? Still, Aquaman #1 hits this week.
Wonder Woman #1 hits too and I really enjoyed the Rebirth issue, even though it was not at all what I was expecting. It took everything about every origin and history that Diana's had and tried to make sense of it, and on paper it shouldn't have worked but somehow it just about managed it. As a story though it belonged in a one-shot, so hopefully this week's issue 1 can hit the ground running.
Mighty Morphin Power Rangers #4
Boom! Studios: June 1, 2016 Writer: Kyle Higgins Art: Hendry Prasetya Cover: Jamal Campbell
GO GO POWER RANGERS! This is a solid return to form for this franchise as far as I'm concerned. I've only ever really watched the Mighty Morphin era so I can't in any way call myself a mega fan, but the MMPR show holds the same, warm, nostalgic space in my heart as TMNT, so I'm really digging this book.
It's brave enough to break free of the restraints of the show and not afraid to be more mature either, yet it's not foolish enough to think it can abandon those nostalgic tropes without losing what it is that makes it so special. A great book.
Gwenpool #3
Marvel: June 22, 2016 Writer: Christopher Hastings Art: Gurihiru Cover: Stacey Lee
Talking of great books – genuinely, Gwenpool is FANTASTIC. If you're not already reading this then you may be looking at your screen right now like Say Whaaaa?
But I'm telling you: in fact, I already told you, and now I'm telling you again – GO READ GWENPOOL because it's made of Win and it will make you smile.
She Wolf #1
Image: June 22, 2016 Writer: Rich Tommaso Art: Rich Tommaso Cover: Rich Tommaso
This looks truly fascinating:
SHE WOLF is a surreal exploration in horror as the story follows a teenage girl who believes she's been bitten by a savage werewolf. Soon after she begins to experience feverish nightmares that seamlessly bleed into her everyday reality.
I don't know about you but I'm pretty creeped out just reading that solicit! It's about time I got into another horror book (the last great one was Harrow County), and this looks really intriguing…
By Emma Rios. Image Comics
You'll know Emma Rios mostly from another Image book – Pretty Deadly. Her art is gorgeous so I'm 100% on board for an original graphic novel from her. Again I'm going to lift from the solicit because it can do better than I can –
A dystopian tale that analyzes the conflict between perception and identity through the struggle of three people who consider a "body transplant" as a solution to their lives.
Usagi Yojimbo #155
Dark Horse: June 22, 2016 Writer: Stan Sakai Art: Stan Sakai Cover: Stan Sakai
I may be setting a dangerous precedent with this, because Usagi Yojimbo is always, consistently superb. If I start recommending issues of Stan Sakai's masterpiece that he's still producing after like 30 years, then I'll be doing it every month. But if that's what it takes to get everyone to take notice then so be it, because this book is amazing.
Civil War II Choosing Sides #1
Marvel: June 22, 2016 Writer: Various Art: Declan Shalvey Cover: Jim Cheung
There's a book like this almost every time Marvel has an Event: an anthology series that takes a look at what everyone else is doing around the edges of the main story. Your mileage may vary but if you have no interest in the event then give this a miss.
Deadpool Vs Gambit #1
Marvel: June 22, 2016 Writer: Ben Acker Art: Danillo Beyruth Cover: Kevin Wada
There's been a few 'Deadpool vs' books of late, and the Deadpool/Spider-Man ongoing series is as god as Deadpool gets. Still…Gambit? I'm sure there'll be plenty of jokes at the Ragin' Cajun's expense but was anyone really asking for this? If the long awaited Gambit solo movie ever takes off this could be a dark foreshadowing of what's to come, but for now I'll happily give it the benefit of the doubt.
Action Man #1
IDW: June 22, 2016 Writer: John Barber Art: Paolo Villanelli Cover: Chris Evenhuis
For the uninitiated, Action Man is the British version of G.I. Joe. Or at least, the toys were. I can't imagine this book is attempting to take on the might of Larry Hama's Joe comics, nor would it want to, and while I've never particularly craved an Action Man comic I enjoyed the toys when I was a kid, and the FCBD preview was fun. Let's give it a go eh?
Nighthawk #2
Marvel: June 22, 2016 Writer: David Walker Art: Ramon Villalobos Cover: Denys Cowan
Talking of giving it a go, Nighthawk was my wild card from last month, and I wasn't that fussed about picking it up. It was after listening to the Lemonade Pod, however that I was convinced to give it a go and I have to admit, this was a way better book than I was expecting. If you like gritty, stylish street level superheroics (with a dash of Midnighter style narrative) then you could do worse than pick this book up.
Power Up! Vol.1
By: Kate Leth, Matt Cummings. Boom! Studios.
I don't often feature trade paperbacks here, but Power Up is something different. I love Kate Leth anyway, but seeing her work with Matt Cummings on a book like this made me smile. It was however one of those series that slipped through the cracks of my ever-expanding pull list, so after I missed all the issues after issue 1, I'm delighted that the trade is out so swiftly!
Star Wars Force Awakens Adaptation #1
Marvel: June 22, 2016 Writer: Chuck Wendig Art: Luke Ross Cover: Esad Ribic
Well they've done adaptations of the other films, why not Force Awakens! I'm not really one who gets much out of these comic adaptations of movies, but I enjoyed the novelisation of TFA, and it has got that sweet Esad Ribic art (plus a bunch of variants I imagine) so I'll at least pick up the first issue.
Ultimates #8
Marvel: June 8, 2016 Writer: Al Ewing Art: Kenneth Rocafort Cover: Kenneth Rocafort
Now, much like Usagi Yojimbo, if I tell you one issue of The Ultimates is amazing, I'll have to tell you they're all amazing. Which they are. But here's the thing: if you know anything about me it's that I FREAKING LOVE THE ULTIMATES! I'm surprised I've not written a full article on the series yet but now that it's onto issue 8 I'm overdue a re-read right from the beginning (again) so who knows I may just do that! Nothing else I say will convince you that this is the best book Marvel is putting out right now, just know that it is and BUY THE BOOK.
Best of the Rest
Archie #9 – Mark Waid and Veronica Fish continue the reboot that should never have worked but does; Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Season 10 is hurtling towards a conclusion with issue 28, and Dept.H #3 ratchets up the mystery; Warren Ellis starts up a new storyline for 007 in James Bond #7: Eidolon; Ms. Marvel and Moon Girl & Devil Dinosaur both hit issue 8, and Rai #14 continues the 4001A.D Event from Valiant.
The Verdict
On first glance this looks like your average week, but this is actually a pretty solid and expensive New Comic Book Day! That's like 3 great weeks in a row, I've no idea how I can keep affording all this. It's unsustainable really. I mean, hooray!
Next Week's Forecast
We finally get to find out more about the now infamous #HydraCap in Captain America: Steve Rogers #2; Unbeatable Squirrel Girl #9 is out, as is the drawing-to-a-close Darth Vader #22.
There are no Rebirth issues next week that I can see so the Rebirth Update may be pretty thin. To be honest the whole week seems pretty thin. Ooh Mark Millar and Frank Quitely begin the next chapter of their superhero opera in Jupiter's Legacy volume 2 #1. Look I'm sure I'll find some others to talk about, so definitely come join me!
That was The Weekly Comic Book Forecast – June 22nd 2016!
Until next time,
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Jake Arrieta's bid to make the Orioles' rotation likely was strengthened Monday when he allowed two hits and struck out five through four innings in a 4-3 loss against the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Arrieta became the first Orioles pitcher to go more than three innings this spring, and he did it in fairly impressive fashion, allowing just a two-out double and a two-out single in separate innings. Otherwise, he was perfect.
"Overall, yeah, I liked the outing. I started out very strong," said Arrieta, who has not allowed an earned run in his last seven innings pitched. "All in all, today was a good day. I was able to work my way back into some counts that I got behind in and get some big outs."
Arrieta said he has been working with pitching coach Rick Adair to get better out of the stretch – when runners are on base. Now, he said, he's pitching so much better in that phase that he needs to tighten his mechanics from the windup, which was how he threw for most of the outing.
If there were a blemish in Arrieta's day it's that he only threw 34 of his 60 pitches for strikes, a ball-strike ratio that Orioles manager Buck Showalter said needs to improve.
"Jake was OK; he only had four, first-pitch strikes. That's something he's got to get better at," Showalter said. "He had some deep counts he shouldn't have had. But statistically, results, he threw zeroes out there. But he's got to get some counts in his favor."
Despite the amount of balls he threw, Arrieta's pitch count was reasonable and no Pirate got past second base against him.
"It's spring training and there are things I have to work on and get ready for the season. But, at the same time, I've still got to go out there and compete," said Arrieta, last year's Opening Day starter who was 3-9 with a 6.20 ERA in 24 games (18 starts) in 2012. "So I think when I did get behind some guys I was able to come right back at them and attack and even the count and get some big outs."
Another pitcher battling for the rotation, lefty Zach Britton, threw two innings of relief, striking out two and allowing one run on a Josh Harrison RBI double. Britton also hit a batter. Because he threw just two innings, Britton will start Friday's game against Boston, Showalter said.
The Pirates scored three runs in their final two innings to win the game. Daniel Schlereth served up a solo home run to Brad Hawpe in the eighth and Adam Russell allowed two runs in the ninth as the Pirates rallied for the victory.
The Orioles scored two of their three runs against Pittsburgh starter Jeff Locke, who is likely in line for a rotation spot.
Outfielder Lew Ford homered and singled off Locke and is now batting .550 (11-for-20) this spring. Danny Valencia and L.J. Hoes also drove in runs.
The Orioles dropped to 10-4-1 in Grapefruit League action.


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It is important to understand that being part of the house will inevitably lead to the feelings of loneliness, isolation, and distance. It is contradictory in itself that by belonging to this group one would find great satisfaction from being a part of a group of people who pretty nearly understand each other without words and yet day-to-day living becomes filled with desire for more connection. Perhaps this conflict and internal struggle stems from the combination of the spirit of limitless potential and the human body with a human psyche that operates in the realm based on limitations.
There might be a general concept out there that if one joins a group – they become involved in a series of ever evolving interactions that lead to accomplishment of a goal or just result in satisfaction derived simply from exchange of ideas. For the most part this also applies to our group – there are interactions, there are ideas, we work and organize open house gather, however if a year is considered as a whole – our interactions are sparce and concern more policies and procedures as well as organizational matters rather than mystical discoveries.
There was a time when we were younger and had less on our plates, we had more time and mental capacity to dedicate to our awakenings and explorations, there were regular classes, there were frequent online discussions and conversations flowed more freely. As years went on and we have grew into our current lives, moved around, acquired responsibilities and daily rituals dedicated to moving ahead as independent, successful, contributing-to-society members, we had reduced our time spent on interactive mystical collaboration. Something that drove us together has been pushed to the side by the mundanity of the daily grind. It is not to say that we have stopped our spiritual development, quite on the contrary, each individual member has found additional areas to focus on and everyone now is part of some kind of other spiritual tradition that helps them be better. And the connections we feel are no less prominent as they have been at the beginning when we just discovered each other. But this is where we are – the foundation of strong individual characteriestics, which each one of us possess, (and by this point only the most independent and self-sustaining people have remained in the house), results in us quietly doing our own thing and expending our resources to attain individual goals. In turn this means we prone to less likely engage each other in random conversations, we often dont answer questions of rhetorical nature and find it hard to stick to a routeen of sharing our opinion in an online forums.
It is our reality and one of our struggles. Therefore it is important for those who wish to join us to know that one would most certainly experience feelings of isolation, distance, loneliness and frustration. Especially if they do not live in Ohio. It is pertinent to mention that if one chooses our system of beliefs over another system because it feels right, that person would most likely pay less attention to other spiritual paths, even if they might provide them with more social interractions. So one must be aware that the path in House Kheperu is often times walked alone, it presents challenges that also must be overcome individually and the further one goes – the greater the trials become. In the end we do have unspoken support for each other and an invisible web that connects us, but our personalities exist at a distance from each other, and in some cases it is a good thing, for it is far worse when we get in each other's way of we are too close in physical proximity.


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After downloading and unzipping the file, how can I start the software?
I placed the data in the Application Support/FGBASE folder. When I open the app, I notice that the entities classes are not defined/associated. Does this occur automatically or require user intervention? If so, how?
Also, do you plan on creating a short manual or documentation?
Yes, I am using the sample data. I boxed in the message window which says the entities are classless.
Here is a link to a screenshot, FYI:
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Abraham Lincoln, Andrew Zuckerman, Art Effects, Art exhibits, Art Ltd., Captain Joseph Stewart, Civil War, Creation, Elephants, Emancipation Proclamation, Greater Kudu, Henry G. Blasdel, Human Attitudes Towards Humans, Humanity and Nature, James Nye, Kate Clark, Late Harvest, Lions, Nevada Museum of Art, Nevada Sesquicentennial, Nevada Statehood, Slavery, Taxidermy, Timothy O'Sullivan, Western Attitudes Toward Nature, Word Effects, Words and Pictures
I recently experienced a series of events throughout one weekend. Events which created such powerful responses in me that it has taken me quite some time to process just the surface emotions.
The last piece of the weekend was the catalyzing force that gave my emotions a few words. It came in the form of a film: Words and Pictures.
In the film, there is an intense debate between Art and English teachers, which is then expanded to include their respective honors students: Which is more powerful…words or pictures? As the film progresses, we watch the effects of both…on both populations…teachers and students. I found myself asking:
Which was more powerful: the creation or the usage of the creation?
As I explored the question within myself, I felt relief to discover some words for my reactions to two other events earlier in the weekend: two exhibits at the Nevada Museum of Art.
For one exhibit, I stood in line, outside, in windy 41°F, for 1.5 hours…because I wanted to see the Emancipation Proclamation.
The original.
The handwritten.
Ink fading.
Included in the exhibit, impacted by the Emancipation Proclamation, were the simultaneously written Nevada state constitutional documents declaring not only that Nevada was the 36th state, but
That there shall be in this stateneither slavery nor involuntary servitude, otherwise than in the punishment for crimes, whereof the party shall have been duly convicted.
Powerful words.
Standing in front of these documents, I felt the presence of those who created them…the hearts behind the intent and the convictions of those who physically formed the words with their hands. I also felt the presence of those who came into contact with these documents over the last 150 years, and those whose lives were so affected by these words. These documents have seen things…have changed things…have made a dramatic impact on many people.
Paper and ink.
Forming lasting words.
Words powerful enough to still evoke response in people…a response resulting in a line to see these documents…for all three days the document was on display. Tickets sold out by noon most days. Even for members.
And yet, despite such powerful words written some 150 years ago, some people still respond with anger. Others, blatant dismissal. For, despite such words, slavery and involuntary servitude is still rampant in this country…which horrifies me…especially in terms of the sex trade and the number of household servants who are willingly hired and illegally imported here for those purposes. Don't even get me started on educational loans and minimum wage issues.
So, I wondered.
Are words powerful enough?
Are these words powerful enough?
Then I reflect on the exhibit I visited the day before…after discovering that the Emancipation Proclamation exhibit had sold out. The exhibit is called "Late Harvest." "Historically significant wildlife paintings" are displayed beside contemporary taxidermically centered pieces challenging the viewer's world view by asking:
Are animals the servants/slaves of humanity or are we the lesser species…with much to learn from the natural world?
Few words were written. None spoken. One artist declined description altogether, simply letting his life-sized animal portraits speak for themselves.
Even without yet experiencing the second exhibit and the film, the absence of words struck me as significant. I actually appreciated this for two reasons: it forced me to interact with the docents, leading to rather interesting conversations, and it allowed me to simply be in my heart space…feeling everything that came up as I viewed these creative expressions.
And lots came up. Particularly with the taxidermy pieces. Because I grew up in Eastern Africa, many of the pieces included animals with which my child-self has first-hand experience. I remember, vividly, walking within 10 feet of a mama elephant and her two-day old baby…only to look the other direction and see two lions lazily sunning themselves…again, mere feet from my unprotected self. I felt simultaneously honored, thrilled, excited, alert, vulnerable, alive.
I also remember clearly the awe and almost worship I felt when I first saw the mature Greater Kudu bull. Graceful. Elegant. Gentle. Powerful. Regal. I remember feeling humbled in his presence…like a child being corrected and inspired simply by being the presence of a wise, older man. And then to see this specific piece (pictured above) by Kate Clark…my heart felt extreme and opposing emotions. Horror. Shock. Heartbreak. Tenderness. Appreciation. Gratitude. Comfort. Humility. Fury. Indignation.
Both exhibits shook me. Both exhibits challenged me. Both exhibits stirred emotion in extreme ways.
So. Which was more effective? Words or pictures?
What was effective was the art in both.
The heArt in both.
Without heArt, both would simply be noise. As would the film. The conviction, commitment, and passion so clearly displayed in both words and images, regardless of medium, inspired me. Challenged me. Shocked me. Horrified me. Revealed me…to myself. Inviting me to not only to see more clearly and accept the darker side of life, but to also live more deeply and passionately…asking myself
What are you creating in your heArt?
The answer?
Make who you are.
And so I am.
For more information on the exhibit "Late Harvest" please read the feature in the November/December 2014 issue of Art Ltd. and the Nevada Museum of Art website. Images are only available in print form.


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Richard Carr is always on the lookout for interesting hotel developments and the latest news making the headlines regards the world's largest hotel, which is to be built in Mecca, Saudi Arabia.
10,000 rooms and a helicopter bad
In his hometown of Poole, Richard Carr has been responsible for a number of hotel developments in the area. Examples of which are featured on his website.
However, he has never gained planning for one which included a helicopter pad!
The 10,000 room hotel in Mecca, Saudi Arabia is part of a mixed-use development at Abraj Kudai costing in excess of £2b. The project is designed to look like a desert fortress, which encompasses a ring of towers standing on top of a podium.
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David Selby, Itambu, 1963. World War II anti-aircraft commander in Rabaul, East New Britain then 1961-62 Judge of Supreme Court of PNG.
Saturday, May 30, 2009
Whisky Moresby
David Selby, Itambu, 1963. World War II anti-aircraft commander in Rabaul, East New Britain then 1961-62 Judge of Supreme Court of PNG.
Friday, May 29, 2009
Big Trouble in PNG's Little China
Baki reportedly shouted at Post Courier journalist Mohammad Bashir: "You know this person (Gu Kai) ? He was an illegal alien and if I had it my way, I would boot him out on the spot and never allow him back. You can write whatever you like."
Below is a link to an AAP feature about PNG's Asian gangs influencing PNG's corruption. The Gu Kai affair certainly raises questions about the confluence of police, immigration and labour department corruption allowing Asian crime syndicates to do their thing in PNG.
Meanwhile the Australian newspaper's Greg Roberts today has picked up the widely circulated, suspiciously well written, inflammatory email that was doing the round earlier this week.
The unknown source using the pen name 'Cardo Stanzo' has called for a bonfire of the tucker boxes by December 31. But it's not just small businesses that should burn but all Asian businesses they say. Most people in PNG have dismissed the misdirected email as pap albeit concerning pap - it certainly doesn't pull any punches at blaming Asians for all of PNG's woes.
As ever it is easier to blame the minority group, especially as they look and sound different and worse don't follow rugby league. But there is no mention of the PNG owners who employ Chinese to manage their shops or go into partnership with Chinese as they are more reliable than PNG to make a quick buck. Nor is there any concerted efforted against those elected and chosen leaders that so far have shirked responsibility to what some commentators see as a frontline for more civil unrest.
From earlier in the week. Here is Sam Abal, Foreign Affairs minister responding to the issue:
And from Monday Prime Minister Michael Somare responding:
As the Chinese say: may you live in interesting times!
Thursday, May 28, 2009
Who said Papua New Guinea was boring?
A British stamp collector has rated Papua New Guinea postage stamps among the best in the world.
United Kingdom-based R.E.A Howard said recently in a letter to the PNG Philatelic Bureau that he began collecting PNG stamps in 1937.
"I have really enjoyed your issues from 1937 and I am only missing four stamps plus one stamp booklet.
"I must congratulate you on your new issue service, this compares with the very best, do keep it up," he said.
The bureau's February 2009 issue, which Mr Howard referred to, features the country's different frog species and was a joint project between Post PNG and conservation organisation WWF.
The British High Commissioner to PNG, David Dunn, said Mr Howard's attraction to PNG stamps is not surprising.
"PNG stamps are amongst the most collectable in the world and with their vibrant colors and scenes depicting PNG life and the vast array of indigenous flora and fauna remain as popular today as this were in 1937," he said.
Love will tear us apart, PNG Highlands style
By Ilya Gridneff
PORT MORESBY, May 28 AAP - Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG), billions of dollars, ExxonMobil and thousands of isolated Papua New Guinea landowners aren't usually the ingredients for a love story.
But this is PNG, the land of the unexpected, where village romance blossoms in the most unusual of ways - especially when money is involved.
After five intense weeks, thousands of Highlanders far from home in Kokopo, East New Britain Province (ENB), signed the unique deal for what they get from the $US12.5 billion ($A16 billion) ExxonMobil-led LNG project.
It's impossible to please everyone and as expected ferocious complaints, legal threats and abuse are already flooding in.
But for love-struck Southern Highlands Province (SHP) landowner Philemon Su'uba, who attended the talks, his gripe is not being able to bag his new sweetheart, local girl Lucy John, 22.
On Wednesday Su'uba and John tried to return home but ENB airport authorities would not let her travel without identification.
PNG's Post Courier newspaper reported Su'uba unsuccessfully pleading with airport staff: "She's my new wife, she must come with me.
"I've paid for her already, she must follow me now.
"I can't go home empty handed, if she stays I stay too," he said.
Kokopo's grounded lovebirds are arranging the necessary measures to get on with their LNG-fuelled honeymoon.
The marathon Benefit Sharing Agreement (BSA) signing session on the weekend secured relevant landowners seven per cent equity in the LNG project.
The deal is valued at 20 billion kina ($A9.5 billion) over the 30-year life span of the project touted as potentially doubling PNG's Gross Domestic Product while tripling the country's export revenues.
For PNG's Highlanders the most important things in life, in order, are land, pigs then women.
The more you have the more you are a `bigman,' so the BSA was crucial to prove one's worth.
The BSA meeting included several delays, court orders, threats, abuse, a media ban, and one senior bureaucrat attacked at the airport while others bayed for the petroleum minister's blood.
More police were deployed, every hotel in town was full, and thousands spent on accommodation and daily expenses.
Five hire cars were damaged, one crashing as it was leaving the rental shop.
Allegations of landowners misbehaving forced a collective press release denying there had been an increase in drunkenness, rowdy behaviour and luring young local girls with beer for sex.
Trade not aid
They've set themselves some difficult challenges in an infamous part of the world but its another step in the right direction if all players get things right.
Wednesday, May 27, 2009
Dim Dim and Dim Sum
Foreign Affairs Minister Sam Abal said corruption, not just in immigration, was "paralysing PNG's systems".
Peter Aitsi, from Transparency International's PNG branch told AAP PNG's general public have no faith nor confidence in the procedures of police, labour and immigration departments.
"We're getting to a point we're if we don't take a stand this country is lost.
"Who will stand up and take ownership? Who will stand up and take responsibility?" he said.
Below is a link to an interesting background read to this 'Big Trouble in Little PNG'.
James Chin's Contemporary Chinese Community in Papua New Guinea: Old Money versus New Migrants.
Australian National University, Chinese Southern Diaspora Studies, Volume Two, 2008
Morobe landslide: 3 dead 16 still missing
(Supplied pic PNG Post Courier 26/05/2009)
Morobe landslide buries 19
Papua New Guinea is plagued by natural disasters especially so as it sits on what is known as the 'Pacific Rim of Fire'. Active volcanoes, heavy rains, frequent earthquakes and landslides -it's never a dull moment in the belly of mother nature.
This week heavy rains caused a landslide in remote PNG. Three dead have been recovered while 16 remain still missing, believed to be buried underneath.
Villagers walked for hours to report the landslide that hit the Sialum district in Morobe province, on PNG's northwestern coast.
Bad weather, continuous heavy rain and massive cloud cover is hampering relief efforts.
In the beginning....
and welcome to Papua News Guinea. Slowly slowly we'll get there. Tentative steps to get PNG into blogsphere.
I am a digital kanaka so any hints, tips or advice greatly appreciated.


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- Curmudgeon said...
The one thing that I really hope comes true is that Labour are reduced to third in the popular vote, which hopefully will mean that Brown will turn out to be the last ever Labour Prime Minister.
- 6 May 2010 at 10:02
- Savonarola said...
Despite the Clegg surge and Brown's 'safe pair of hands' plea, Cameron will get an outright majority. Ambivalence, indicated by the polls, will favour Cameron on entry to the booth.
- 6 May 2010 at 10:53
- Weekend Yachtsman said...
Not far off imho.
Not sure about the Northern Ireland angle - it'll cause a lot of trouble if he agrees to what they're asking for, but maybe it's just an opening gambit.
- 6 May 2010 at 11:23
- Curmudgeon said...
318 seats would be enough to govern as a minority government without trying to curry favour from other parties. Remember that one of the Opposition is the Speaker, and five are likely to be abstentionist Sinn Feiners, so realistically 322 gives you a majority anyway.
FWIW I reckon Con 294, Lab 240, LibDem 85, which could put us into constitutional crisis territory.
- 6 May 2010 at 11:35
- hatfield girl said...
If it is to be constitutional crisis territory Curmudgeon, the spinning on 'keeping the Queen out of politics' and 'Brown is her advisor' is ominous (and incorrect, as to both of those lines the response is 'up to a point'.)
- 6 May 2010 at 11:53
- Mrs Rigby said...
We guess it'll be about 10% difference between Labour and Tory, perhaps more if the weather turns colder and it rains.
There are historic links with the Unionists, and an alliance for the EU elections, so no surprises there.
- 6 May 2010 at 14:48
- Young Mr. Brown said...
Well, you weren't quite right about the LibDems and Labour, but you were pretty well spot on with regard to the Tories. And as a shrewd pundit, you are well ahead of Mr. Dale.
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Amanda Knox Indicted for a Second Time by Italian Court
(PERUGIA, Italy) -- American student Amanda Knox was indicted for a second time by an Italian court Monday, this time for allegedly slandering Italian police for saying they were abusive when they interrogated her for the murder of her roommate.
Knox, who was convicted last year of murdering Meredith Kercher and sentenced to 26 years in prison, stood up in court and made what Italian legal officials call a "spontaneous statement" before the judge's ruling.
"I have always tried to defend myself. I never wanted to offend or slander anyone," Knox said in Italian.
Nevertheless, preliminary hearing Judge Claudia Matteini indicted Knox, 23, for slander.
The charge refers to Knox's testimony during her murder trial that Italian police were rough with her when they interrogated her overnight just days after Kercher's body was found in a pool of blood in the house they shared. She claimed the officers yelled at her, discouraged her from calling a lawyer and cuffed the back of her head. The 12 officers named in the slander complaint have denied being abusive to Knox.
At the end of the long interrogation, Knox signed a statement in which she said she had a confused dream-like recollection of being in the house and hearing Kercher scream, effectively placing her on the scene of the crime.
Knox's lawyer Carlo Dalla Vedova said Knox was "saddened" by the decision.
Another lawyer for Knox, Maria Del Grosso, told reporters Monday that "for Amanda this (interrogation) was the genesis for her homicide accusation. She is very frustrated and obviously disappointed, but she knows that today's was only a preliminary hearing and the truth was not ascertained today. Let's hope it is when the case is debated because there was something that went wrong that night."
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To our contributors: We love you! Thank you for taking this step of faith with us. Let us keep working, each in our own area, so that we Latinos can have the impact God wants us to have around the world!
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"Several years ago, God granted me the opportunity to help when the hostel was first beginning. Having worked with the staff on other outreach events, I knew they were taking a big step in trusting God with this new venture. I also saw how God was using them to reach out to people in Coyoacan and other parts of Mexico City who had never been involved in a Christian ministry before. Today, I'm so excited to see how God continues to grow and transform the CLM's vision for engaging the Latino Church in God's mission. They play a very key role in equipping, training and inspiring people in the church to get involved in missions, and they're doing it from and in a Latin context, which is incredibly powerful. I'm proud to be able to support Cynthia, Carlos and CLM staff as they connect with even more Christian young adults who need and want to be a part of God's bigger vision for their city, their country and the world".


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Yesterday, I received my very first question through the site! After doing a rather lengthy victory dance, I finally calmed down enough to answer the submitted inquiry. It's perfect timing too, as this is my last blog from the Big Apple.
"Hi Steve, I'm having a great time following along on your journey. I see that you're currently in NYC and it just so happens I'll be moving there with a few friends after I graduate this semester. I've only been to the city once before and I was wondering if you could offer up some of your favorite joints. I'd love to know some cool places to visit!"
First off, I have to thank the reader for their question. I'd do it by name, but it was submitted anonymously, so our shadowy inquisitor must remain a mystery for now. However, I'm more than happy to tell everyone about some of my favorite places in the city. I'm no expert by any means, but having lived here for 4 years, I'd like to think I know a thing or two. Here are some of my favs:
Bar: Barcade—this Williamsburg establishment offers up a great selection of beers and more classic arcade games than you can shake a joystick at. I recommend battling it out in 1942 or testing your grit with Smash TV. Other goodies: Woodwork, Pinebox Rock Shop, Tandem, The Dead Rabbit
Store: Forbidden Planet—hands down one of my favorite comic book stores, you'll find new releases, back issues and a whole lot of figures, cards and collectables. I dare you to enter and not spend money. Other goodies: Kidrobot, Duane Reade, Original Penguin, Trash & Vaudeville
Neighborhood: Lower East Side—it took a lot to narrow down my favorite, but the LES is filled to the brim with delicious eateries, small shops and great clubs. From Pianos to The Delancey, this neighborhood is a must for your weekend partying needs. Other goodies: Meatpacking District, Bushwick, Williamsburg
Concert Venue: Gramercy Theatre—this concert venue doesn't deserve to be pigeon-holed with such a title. They offer up a unique blend of comedy, movies, parties and concerts in an intimate atmosphere with some pretty good drink deals. Other goodies: Santos Party House, Irving Plaza, Webster Hall
Restaurant: Kelloggs Diner—sure there are a million places I could pick, but Kellogg's is sure to always hit the spot, especially at 3am. Their open 24/7 and offer a massive menu that could take weeks to dig through. From Sunday brunch to drunken snacks, they never disappoint. Other goodies: Pie Face, Two Boots, Crif Dogs, Scarpetta, Chop't, Veselka
Others: Brooklyn Bowl—this is once place that offers just about everything under one roof. It's a concert venue, a bar, a (delicious) restaurant and a bowling alley. It's a tad pricey, but if you have the money it makes for an amazing night. I'd recommend going at least once in your life. Other goodies: Brooklyn Wreck Room, Eataly, Union Pool, Museum of the Moving Image
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Former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush and TV sensation Mehmet Oz, better known as "Dr. Oz," are urging President Donald Trump to declare the opioid epidemic sweeping the country a national emergency.
Bush, Oz and a handful of advocates penned an op-ed for HuffPost, urging the president to heed the advice of the White House Commission on Combatting Drug Addiction and the Opioid Crisis, created by Trump earlier this year.
"The declaration of a National Emergency would give this epidemic the full attention it deserves and allow states to access federal resources to act swiftly and definitively to save the lives of more than 33,000 Americans annually through evidence-based treatments and programs that have been proven to work," Bush and the others wrote.
Jim Hood, CEO of Facing Addiction, was among those pleading with Trump to take action.
The non-profit organization has launched an online campaign asking people to sign a letter to Trump — who'll get a briefing on the issue today from Health and Human Services Secretary Tom Price — and the members of the commission asking for a national emergency declaration.
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Stoke City chairman Peter Coates thinks defender Robert Huth may not return to Premier League action until next season, reports Sky Sports.
Huth has been out of action since injuring his knee against Sunderland on November 23, an injury which subsequently required an operation.
The German featured for 45 minutes in a behind closed door friendly on February 25, but is yet to return to the match day squad and has now missed 20 fixtures in all competitions.
"It is my understanding that it is very unlikely he will feature again this season," Coates told The Sentinel.
"If that is the case, then all the focus now is getting him ready for next season.
"It will be good to have him available again because, along with Ryan Shawcross and Asmir Begovic, he has long been part of the backbone of our team.
"But the fact we have done so well without him is a tribute to the team in general and to Marc Wilson in particular."
Marc Wilson has featured prominently as Huth's replacement, with the Potters likely to finish the season in mid-table.
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There is a verse in Deuteronomy 24:5 which says "When a man takes a wife, he shall not go out with the army, nor be charged with any duty; he shall be free at home one year and shall give happiness to his wife whom he has taken." This would not only be great for the military to follow, but I got to thinking of how profitable it might be for newlyweds in general.
I recently read that a high percentage of divorces occur in the twenties age group. That is not surprising. Many of these are first time marriages. Some of our young people have come out of dysfunctional homes with broken marriages where an example of a healthy marriage is severely lacking. How many young couples have had extensive counseling that goes beyond taking a personality or compatibility test? How many have some idea of what they expect marriage to be like?
Taking the entire first year to focus on building a strong marriage may prove to be very beneficial. People spend time and focus on learning to be successful on a new job or career. Why not do the same for marriage? Doing this may help minimize problems in the future.
If people get married for the first time thinking that with enough love it will just work out, they may be in for a real shock. It doesn't work that way, folks. Every single marriage requires attention and work, some more than others. So-called "dream marriages made in heaven" are the exception, not the rule. Added to this is that many couples may not have a clear understanding of how to cultivate real love, apart from the physical intimacy aspect.
What I am suggesting here is that each partner in a first time marriage, for one full year, spends time and energy on what makes a marriage work well. Don't be involved in ministry, or any hobbies, clubs, or organizations that use up a lot of your time or take you away from home. This does not mean that you have to sit at home, be bored, and not have any fun. You can still do things together. It is simply asking the question, "How much time are you spending at working on your marriage as opposed to time spent on activities or involvements in other things. Do away with any unnecessary things to free up as much time as possible to build your marriage. I am not talking about not going to school to get a degree. That is the basis of your income.
So, what can be done during this first year to build a good foundation for one's marriage? Here are six things to consider, though they are not by any means the only ones. These are six that come to mind from my own experience.
1. Develop roles and expectations for things like cooking, doing dishes and laundry, taking out the trash, and household cleaning. If these things seem trite and unimportant, keep in mind that if two people live in a house then two people need to share responsibilities of maintaining it. It is not a woman or man thing in terms of who does what. These things can cause some real problems in marriage if one just assumes that the woman does certain things and the man does certain other things. Also have a proper concept of headship and submission as taught in the Bible. Headship does NOT mean that the man always makes the decisions, and submissiveness does NOT mean that the woman always bows to the man.
2. Learn how to communicate. Listening without interrupting is very important in marriage. Also speak up for your interests, likes, and needs. Speak with the correct words and proper tone of voice. The words "you never" or "you always" should never be spoken in a negative way toward the other person.
3. Learn how to solve problems or resolve situations together. Some times both spouses can work together on something, but in some instances one spouse may be better than the other at resolving a problem.
4. Learn to manage money well. Money problems are a major cause of divorce.
5. Practice forgiveness EVERY day. This way bitterness will not spring up in your marriage.
6. Learn what real love is. Guess what? Real love is not based on feelings; it is built on making a conscious decision by an act of the will to love another person.
Some things that you can do the first year of your marriage to put into practice these previous six items are:
1. Read books on marriage, together.
2. Start scheduling "date nights."
3. Read and study biblical passages on marriage. The Bible has a lot of good wisdom about marriage, even if you do not consider yourself a religious person. Here are some key passages: I Corinthians 13 (the love chapter), Genesis 2:18, Ecclesiastes 4:9-12, Ephesians 5:22-23, Colossians 3:18-19, I Peter 3:1-4 (for women) and verse 7 (for men), and Song of Solomon, a love story in the Old Testament.
4. Go to a marriage seminar. Don't wait until you feel you have a need. Think of it as a preventative measure. Catch problems BEFORE they develop in your marriage.
5. Begin discussing and appplying the 6 elements listed above.
Begin to work through all of these things during your first year, to help build habits through your entire marriage.
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The Ebola outbreak in West Africa, first reported in March 2014, and believed by scientists to have started in late December with the death of a 2-year-old boy, thought to have contracted the virus from bats in the remote Guinean village of Meliandou, has rapidly become the deadliest occurrence of the disease since its discovery in 1976.
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Some states require a couple to be legally separated for a given length of time before filing for divorce; our state is not one of them. However, a separation action performed prior to the divorce can lay the groundwork for the eventual divorce agreement and allow issues such as custody and alimony to be worked out prior to filing for divorce. Knowing the direction a divorce is headed can provide all parties with peace of mind.
At Aaron & Aaron, our Clemson separation lawyer can help you identify your options if you are considering a separation agreement and make sure that every aspect of your divorce — whether resolved through negotiation, mediation or litigation — is handled according to your best interests.
Information About Marital Separation In South Carolina
Although South Carolina does not allow legal separations in the same way that other states do, there are still various ways that spouses whose marriage has become troubled can effectively continue their lives separately without getting divorced. This is accomplished by:
The spouses begin to live in separate residences
One spouse files a petition with the Family Court
This petition seeks maintenance and support from the other spouse
The other spouse then responds to this request
A hearing is held and a judge can assign maintenance and support as he or she decides is fair
The judge can also determine which spouse gets to live in the family home
The result of this process is that the spouses can live apart, but the couple is not technically divorced. Since the couple is not divorced for legal purposes, the spouses are still prohibited from marrying anyone else, and they may still inherit property and receive benefits as any other married couple would.
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