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Musicals are fun! They also provide many valuable development opportunities.
In a musical every role is important, the backstage helpers, members of the chorus and main parts. Everyone has to pull together or the show does not work.
A musical includes all of the arts in one project. Music and Dance introduce performing arts. Design through the creation of sets costumes and props. Rehearsing and performing dialogue develops language skills. Integrating sound and lighting explores the use of technology.
Musical theatres prime focus is the tuition of singing, dancing and acting but the secondary benefits are probably more important building skills for life……..
• Oral Communication Skills
Many students find that theatre helps them develop the confidence that's essential to speaking clearly, lucidly, and thoughtfully.
• More than "get it done"
Theatre students learn that just "getting it done" isn't enough. Not at all. You learn to take pride in doing things at your very best level.
• Motivation and Commitment
Being involved in theatre productions and classes demands commitment and motivation.
• Willingness to Work Cooperatively
Your work in theatre companies teaches you how to work effectively with different types of people–often very different types!
• The Ability to Work Independently
In theatre, you're often assigned tasks that you must complete without supervision. It's left up to you to figure out how best to achieve the goal.
• Time-budgeting Skills
When you're a student, being involved in theatre forces you to learn how to budget your time. Good time management skills are enormously important.
• Initiative
We learn how to take initiative, to move a project from initial concept to finality–and to do it well.
• Promptness and Respect for Deadlines
Lateness is never acceptable in theatre because it shows a lack of self-discipline, and more importantly, a lack of consideration for others.
• Acceptance of Rules
In theatre you work within the structure of a set of procedures and rules that deal with everything from safety to behaviour at auditions and rehearsals.
• The Ability to Learn Quickly–AND Correctly
Theatre students, whether they're memorizing lines or learning the technical aspects of a production, must have the ability to absorb a vast quantity of material quickly–and accurately.
• Respect for Colleagues
In theatre you discover that a successful production requires contributions from everybody who's involved.
• Respect for Authority
Only one person can be in charge of any given portion of a production.
• Adaptability and Flexibility
Theatre students must be adaptable and flexible.
• The Ability to Work Under Pressure
There's pressure–often, as you know well, a lot of pressure.
• A Healthy Self-Image
To work in theatre, you must know who you are and how to project your individuality.
• Self-Discipline
Theatre demands that you learn how to control your life.
• A Goal-Oriented Approach to Work
Many aspects of theatre involve setting and achieving specific goals.
• Concentration
Acting classes in particular stress concentration, and once you have learned that skill as an actor, it can be transferred to other activities.
• Dedication
As you work in theatre you learn to dedicate your very being–to doing your best to create a successful production.
• Self-Confidence
Theatre training teaches you confidence in yourself. Your accomplishments in theatre show you that you can handle a variety of jobs, pressures, difficulties and responsibilities. You develop a "Yes, I can!" attitude.
• Enjoyment — "This is Fun!"
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25 Special Advantages the Theatre Major Has – (and may not even know!)
By Dr. Louis E. Catron
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Carole Ventura
2002-2003 Completed study programme at National Drama Academy "Silvio d'Amico" ITALY
1998-2001 Actor's training at "La Scène sur Saône" institute, FRANCE directed by J.P Bacri
2007 Contemporary Drama seminar with Mamadou Dioume- ROME
2005 Clown seminar with Giovanna d'Ettore, PARIS
2001 "Contemporary 'Comicité" seminar with J.C.Bolle-Reddat, LYON
2000 Film Acting seminar with P.Nottoli- LYON
2000 Modern Literature Bachelor's Degree, University Lyon III
2007-2009 Argentin Tango with Mauro Barreras
2002-2005 Acrobatic rock'n'roll and swing with Sandro d'Ippoliti
2004-2007 Contemporary dance with Brunella de Biase and Monica Vannucchi
French as mother tongue. Bilingual Italian. Fluent in English and Spanish.
2011 Creation and ideation of the performance "Ponts des Arts" for French Chamber of Commerce Annual Gala.
2009 Founder, organizer GrazieVian Festival, memory of Boris Vian, 50 years after his death
2005 Founder, organizer and member of jury for short theatre festival "Corto-Concorso" hosted by the Municipality of Rome and the Province. ( For 3 years)
2004 Founded theatre company "Gruppo Cicala" in Rome
- Since 2009: Theatre instructor in French School of Beijing (students from 7 to 18 years old)
- 2001-2008: Theatre instructor in Rome at the French School, the Petite Ecole, The French (students from 3 to 6 years old)
- Since 2005: Theatre Instructor for various stages and classes for adults ( Amateurs groups in Rome, French School in Rome, Alliance Française of Beijing, Beijing University of Languages II, Thé Vers , etc…)
- Since 2009: Drama in education Teacher at Drama Rainbow School in Beijing ( Children from 3 to 8 years old)
- 2010-2011: Training as drama in education teacher with Chris Cooper and Kostas Amoiropoulos
- 1998: Diploma of animation facilitator specialized in drama.
2009 " Scacco matto" Film noir by Vincenzo Ceccato
2008 « Il Fiume ghiacciato » Videoart. By Vincenzo Ceccato
2007 Actress in promotional video for Lancia Ypsilon, featured in "Lanciamoci amore"
Performance in Villa Miani, Rome
2006 Lead role in the short film "Maledetta Me", directed by Jesùs Garcés Lambert. Genre
drama. Produced by Appetito Film. Festival Arcipelago 2007
2006 Soap.opera "Sotto Casa", produced by Videa for RaiUno national Italian network
2006 Various roles in "L'Italia Su Due", RaiDue national network
2005 Promotional video for Sabina Region Chamber of Commerce
2004 Lead role in the short film "The suicide" from "The Human Voice" by Cocteau, directed by Josip Duella
2004 Role in short film "Terrorist attack in Moscow Theatre", directed by Sarenco
June 2011 Adapted, directed and acted "The foam of the daze" BEIJING- NORTH THEATRE
April 2011 Directed the company "Thé Vers"
2010-2009 Monologue from Boris Vian's novel "L'arrache-coeur". Adapt, direct and play by Carole Ventura . ITALY: Rome/Potenza/Poggio Mirteto/ FRANCE: Lyon/ CHINA: Beijing
2010 Musical reading "Histoire de Vian" from Boris Vian's romances and poetries. BEIJING- CHENGDU
2009-2010 Actress and director in "Vian Jazz & Blues"- Musical Reading based on Boris Vian's selected works. With Gianfranco Salvatore (soundscape) , Fabrizio Bosso (trumpet) . In Roma (Casa del Jazz), Beijing, Chengdu ( French Cultural Center)
2008 Author of the romance "La vita non è un lungo fiume tranquillo"
2007 Actress/Writer of comedy "Sapere tutto", with Elena Ferrari and Barbara Comisso.
Festival Castiglioncello- Effetto Venezia Livourne- Zoom Festival Florence
2004-2008 Main actress for Gruppo Cicala productions:
-"Le vin à la carte", interactive performance in french– Lyon
-"Menu Cinema", one-act play with Gruppo Cicala on the subject of love in well-known movies.
The audience chooses scenes from famous movies from a menu and the actors become the main characters of these movies.On tour in various provincial and regional locales and theatres.
- "Cinetrasporto". Tagliacozzo Festival, tour in Abruzzo region
-"Theatrical Menu" Musical and theatrical performance based on the subject of wine. On tour in various wine bars, art galleries, locales and restaurants.
2001 "Les Petits Combats", produced by Harry Holtzman, Lyon
2005-2009 Stefano Coluccini's assistant on: Astrazioni presente in Schenectady (USA) / Eyes on people / Pixel-action/ WYSIWIL/ Hot zones
2008 Performance dance-theatre "Adieu ma belle"- Theater villa Flora, Rome
2007 Performance for Lancia Ypsilon, produced by Biagetti & Partners
2004 Dance- theatre performance, produced by Riccardo Bergamini, Rome
2003 Performance created by Federico Paris and Guillermo Mariotto, Atelier Gattinoni's stylist hosted by the Municipality of Rome
2010 "You and me". Pantomime from Philippe Bizot. BEIJING
2010 "Baptiste". Pantomime from Philippe Bizot. Role : Colombine. BEIJING
2008 Play Luisa Casati Stampa at Andersen Museum. Esplor/Azioni de Gioia Costa
2008 "La vita nova" from Dante. Produced by Compagnie Teatro Giovane
2007 "Enea's Words", taken from The Eneide. produced by Antonio Mastellone
2006 "The House of Bernarda Alba", G. Lorca. Character: Adèle
2003 "The Inquest", P.Weiss. Teatro Duse, Rome
2003-2004 "Rivista", produced by M. Maltauro. Piccolo Teatro Colosseo, Rome
1999 "Penthesilée", Kleist. Main character
1999 "Electre", Euripide. Main character
1997 "A Midsummer Night's Dream", W. Shakespeare. Character: Titania

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I have an overabundance of fresh herbs this summer, so I've been trying to come up with new ways to use them. I love the combination of lavender and honey in this recipe.
3-4lb. Chicken, rinsed & dried
1lb. Brussels Sprouts, bottoms removed and cut in half
2-3TBsp. Olive Oil
1TBsp. Fresh Lavender, chopped
1TBsp. Fresh Thyme [plus extra springs for inside chicken]
Salt & Pepper
Whole Bulb of Garlic
Half a Lemon
2TBsp. Honey [I like using a good local honey, see photo]
String or Food-safe rubberband
Preheat the oven to 450F. Liberally season the inside of the chicken with salt and pepper. Place in a roasting pan. Insert the bulb of garlic, lemon and sprigs of thyme inside chicken.
Truss the chicken's legs [these reusable silicone rubber bands are perfect for this] and fold the wings inward [I forgot to take a photo of this process, but it's pretty simple. This blog shows photos of how I like to fold the chicken wings].
Rub 1-2TBsp. olive oil all over the chicken, then rub with the lavender and thyme [reserve some for the brussels sprouts] and season with salt and pepper. Place in the oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the skin begins to crisp.
Remove the chicken from the oven and spread the brussels sprouts around the chicken. Drizzle the remaining olive oil on the brussels sprouts and sprinkle with remaining herbs. Season with salt and pepper.
Return the chicken to the oven for another 20-30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 160F. Keep an eye on the brussels sprouts. If they begin to brown too much, remove them from the oven, and allow the chicken to continue cooking.
Immediately after removing from the oven, drizzle honey over the chicken and brussels sprouts. This makes a wonderful, sweet glaze.
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Last week, in Part One, we asked the question: In the wake of the 'Year of the Bible Movie,' has the industry learned both from its hits and its misses in the faith and family genre? Today, we bring this issue home by looking at the need for a new way to engage the must-reach Faith Driven Consumer™ audience.
Last week, we looked at some of the industry's hits and misses since the "Year of the Bible Movie" as folks worked—and continue to work—to get it right in the faith and family (F&F) entertainment genre. If you haven't read that yet, it's worth a look (this is part two of that conversation).
A quick reminder that we'll be discussing this and other issues at Variety's #PurposeSummit this Thursday, June 25th @ 9:45 a.m. PT in a conversation we're hosting called Winning the Pastor and the Pew: How to Get the Must-Reach Faith Driven Consumer™ Audience to Endorse and Support Your Project.
The panel features high-powered guests Mark Ordesky (the guy who produced THE LORD OF THE RINGS trilogy while President at New Line); MPower Pictures president John Shepherd (BELLA, MACHINE GUN PREACHER, THE DROP BOX), whose partner Steve McEveety produced the absolute F&F gold-standard film THE PASSION OF THE CHRIST; Derrick Williams, the executive who runs Bishop T.D. Jakes Film and Entertainment Division; and brand strategist Chris Stone, founder of Faith Driven Consumer ™ and go-to guy for journalists hot on the entertainment beat.
Alright, let's roll up our sleeves digitally, and jump in.
We've talked about who the audience is (the core F&F entertainment Fan Boy), we've talked about what kind of content they like, we've touched on the need to directly message to them in a way that resonates, and now we want to share a little bit about the how.
American Insights (AI) asked Faith Driven Consumers (FDCs) about their pastor/church, and what impact it has on what they consume in entertainment.
- 78% of FDCs said it would have a significant influence on their decision to see a film if their church encouraged it.
- 57% of FDCs' churches encourage members to see specific faith-based films.
Anecdotally, we have literally conducted tens of thousands of church movie nights over the years, so we would have estimated pretty close to these numbers before AI verified this through its research.
Since the church is the center of the Faith Driven Consumer's life, getting pastors engaged is a big deal—as is getting his or her endorsement. Beyond this, getting the church involved is also an equally big deal—something that has not yet been fully recognized or understood.
Faith-oriented marketing firms have for many years followed a pastor, or what they call influencer, engagement model. The general idea is, you ask Joel Osteen, David Jeremiah, and Bishop T.D. Jakes—just using them as examples—to evaluate your entertainment project and, if they like it and sincerely believe in it, to share their thoughts with their congregations and communities. Then, work with as many pastors and faith influencers as you can in the same way and you have a successful project.
Ten years ago, (as InService America, the predecessor to the Faith Driven Entertainment™ joint venture launched last year between Faith Driven Global™ and InService) we successfully pioneered the influencer model with THE PASSION OF THE CHRIST. People forget that THE PASSION wasn't launched in a traditional way, and that they didn't have meaningful P&A money until the 9th inning. THE PASSION was made possible by building buzz and support through a vast network of churches and Christian TV ministries. One day, we'll tell you that whole story over coffee.
That model worked really well then.
Today, the influencer model remains viable and is still effective. BUT with advances in technology and consumer microtargeting, it's now possible to engage both The Pew and The Pastor—at the same time. And not only is it possible, it's a must.
American Insights data show that BOTH direct marketing AND church marketing matter:
- FDCs are evenly divided on whether ads that reach them directly (44%) or through a referral from church (46%) would most influence their decision to watch a movie or television show.
AND NOTE THIS FACTOID: Christians overall (70% of US adults) favor ads that reach them directly by a whopping 53%-29%. Why? Because Christians overall are not as deeply engaged with their churches as Faith Driven Consumers, so as a result the church is less of an influence.
We can't underscore how significant this is—the influencer-only model isn't enough anymore. It is imperative to also engage the consumer directly.
81% of Faith Driven Consumers say they are VERY LIKELY to recommend a movie to others. So, the goal is to create that perfect FDC RIPPLE EFFECT. Start your project with the FDC and work outward. When pastors and the pew both get behind your project, you'll get the level of success you seek.
Therefore, start with getting your content RIGHT, and once you do that, here are three seemingly basic things to get your project into that marketing sweet spot for F&F entertainment.
Engage the Faith Driven Consumer through influencers (The Pastor). This was, is and always will be important. Pastors and other faith influencers are leaders people look to for guidance. If people who have dedicated their lives to serving in the ministry see the value in what you are doing, their communities will see the value as well.
Engage the Faith Driven Consumer directly (The Pew). This is new and—to be clear—a strategic shift in the way things are done. It is in the BOTH/AND that you will be successful. Because technology has made this possible, ignore this approach at your peril.
- Come meet us at #PurposeSummit this week so we can talk in further detail. Ok, you're pointing a finger at your screen and saying, "Hey that was a bait and switch, I was looking for three specific, useful nuggets and all I got was this 'come meet us' garbage." We love data and we love insights, but it gets even more interesting when we can go deeper and dialogue with you – The Entertainment Professional – directly, looking at your specific project in detail. So seriously, we would be honored to meet you.
Thanks for spending time with us again this week, and see you at #PurposeSummit!
Catch our panel at Variety's #PurposeSummit on June 25th at the Four Seasons Beverly Hills. For more information, click here.


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Quality design is more than just ink on paper. It is the end product and user experience that determines the success of the design. DT strives to create timeless places that our clients can be proud of for many years to come.
Two heads are better than one. Collaboration between disciplines, firms, and team members provides multiple perspectives on the same design challenge to ensure a more thorough final product.
"The day you stop learning is the day you stop living." We are always making an effort improve ourselves, our process and our designs, and believe it is important to teach others along the way.
It is easy to fall into the habit of doing something the way it has always been done. Innovators challenge themselves to find a newer, faster, or better way.
DT's passion goes beyond the office and into the community, serving through organizations such as the Urban Land Institute, American Society of Landscape Architects, and many other wonderful national, local, and grass-roots organizations.
Often referred to as the "Triple Bottom Line", we are always focused on the economic, environmental, and social aspects of each design and how a project impacts the present as well as the future.


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Prairieland Herbs Giveaway!/
Recently, I wrote about natural beauty products...and about my love for one particular little company that makes the most delicious of bodily confections. And you are going to be so excited at what I am about to tell you :)
We're doing a Prairieland Herbs giveaway! Weeeeeeeee!
You can see the yummy giveaway goodness in the photo above:
- Lavender Vanilla Soap: their soap is AMAZING. I would tell you all my favorite "flavors, but it's pretty much all of them. If you've been looking for an alternative to traditional shampoo...they have fantastic shampoo bars. Basically, if you're a handmade soap lover, you just can't go wrong.
- Summerberry Lotion Bar: have you ever been jumping out of the shower in the morning and wished that you had a really quick way to put on lotion without getting your hands greasy?! I used to wish that...and then I found these lotion bars. Just grab it, swipe it on, and go!). I love the summerberry, but they're all great.
- Lavender and Vanilla solid perfume: most perfumes have all kinds of nastiness in them...I love that these are full of goodness. Their patchouli solid perfume is delightful as well!
- Berry Cheek Gloss: This is one of my long-time favorites...because it can be used for both cheek color and lip color. Anytime I can combine one product for two uses...I'm for it! Good stuff.
Prairieland Herbs is a mother-daughter team, Donna Julseth and Maggie Julseth Howe. Here is a little more about their fantastic company...in their own words:
We started Prairieland Herbs as an official, full-time business in September, 1998. In July, 1999 we moved into the renovated shop you see here. We did all the renovations ourselves, except for the electrical work, drywall and pouring the concrete. We figure it's one of the few buildings in central Iowa built almost entirely by female labor??
We have almost 2 acres of land, which is filled by Donna's house, various outbuildings, and gardens everywhere. We grow a wide variety of perennial and annual herbs and flowers, and spend our summers planting, mulching, harvesting, and drying herbs and flowers for use in our herbally infused oils and other herbal preparations, as well as dried flowers bouquets and wreaths.
We create, bottle, label, package and ship your orders entirely by hand, ourselves. All our herbal products are made in small batches, using fresh, natural, food-grade ingredients (except the fragrance oils). Our kitchen is filled with bags of herbs, bottles of oils, jars of honey, buckets of oatmeal, salts, sugars, and much more - simple raw ingredients that are recognizable and understandable - no scary synthetics, preservatives, or petroleum by-products.When you place an order with us, chances are we will make up your product on the very day we ship it. Freshness, quality, and customer service are what sets us apart from the rest.
Seriously...how cool is it that they will "make up your product on the day they ship it"?! Yum. And even better...right now (through the end of August), they are running a $5 flat rate shipping special. AND...if you mention my blog, they will include extra samples of their other products in your order. So take advantage of that too! They also have natural baby products and pet products as well...so be sure to browse around their site and check it all out.
I've been using their products for 5 years and I LOVE it all. I'm so excited to be able to spread the love. I have personally been to their adorable little farm and store IN PERSON...and it's wonderful :) Donna and Maggie are just as fabulous as their products.
To enter your name into the drawing...simply leave a comment below and answer one (or both) of the following questions:
1. What was your favorite movie of the summer? 2. What was your favorite book of the summer?
I always love hearing what other people are watching/reading...so this should be fun :) I will randomly choose the winner on September 4, so you have until midnight on September 3 to enter.


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A Banbridge newsagent has been named Magazine Retailer of the Year at the prestigious National Federation of Retail Newsagents Awards in London.
Timothy Walsh of Walsh's Newsagent collected the award at the Park Plaza Riverbank Hotel in London on Tuesday 13 October.
More than 350 people attended the glittering awards presentation and saw Timothy receive his award from Chris Rolfe, deputy editor of Newstrade Publishing who sponsored the category, and Awards host, radio presenter Nick Ferrari.
Timothy was delighted to pick up the award after travelling over last week.
He said: "I'm over the moon and delighted for everyone involved. There was strong competition with 16,000 applicants from 18,000 stores.
"I'm surprised. It was a great honour just to be on the shortlist. We got an all expenses paid trip to London and wined and dined so to go on and win was even better."
According to the judges, Timothy's shop has one of the most extensive magazine displays for miles.
They were also impressed with his commitment and enthusiasm for this important product category, his support for new launches and the efforts he will make to acquire specialist titles to satisfy his customers' demands.
Walsh's Newsagents would have been assessed on their product knowledge, product availability and product display.
Publishers would have a big say in who wins the awards and they work alongside the NFRN to determine the winners.
This is actually the second time that Walsh's Newsagents has won the prestigious award.
In 1988, when the award was called the Newsagent of the Year award, Walsh's came on out on top.
Timothy said: "In 1988 my father won this award.
"Walsh's was named Newsagent of the Year so when I took over I knew I had big foot steps to follow in.
"To win it twice is a great achievement and it shows the business is still improving and going from strength to strength."
The NFRN Awards, which are awarded annually by the National Federation of Retail Newsagents, recognise excellence in news and convenience retailing, rewarding those who have made an outstanding contribution to the sector.
The NFRN represents 15,000 independent convenience stores in the UK and ROI.


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Dear 2016 LYS Delegates,
This week is flying by! I can't believe we have already reached day three of seminar. I hope you are having a great time! Seeing you all open your hearts and minds to what LYS has to offer you is so rewarding and I am looking forward to what else is in store for the rest of the week.
Tonight, we will be honoring five very special individuals who have dedicated the past five years to LYS. Our "Five-Year" ceremony is a special tradition honoring these staff members for their devoted service to the program. During the ceremony, these staff members will have a chance to give you some insight into their LYS experience after they replace their red shirts with light blue "Five Year" shirts. I highly encourage you to listen closely to their stories and get to know them throughout the week!
As a delegate, this night, known as Five-Year Night, was always my favorite. I remember looking up at the Five-Years and being inspired by how much LYS meant to them and how LYS had impacted their lives. It was that night when I decided to open up and allow LYS to make an impact on me. When I finally made it to my Five-Year Night, I was able to look back at how LYS had shaped my life over the past few years and share that gratitude with the delegation.
Our staff members who are celebrating their "Five-Year" tonight have spent the past few years sharing their enthusiasm for the program and dedicating countless hours to help make LYS a success. Use this opportunity tonight to listen to their stories and acquire their insight and knowledge. We are so thankful for Lindsey, Langston, Kali, Kristie, Jared, and Elizabeth and I know that I personally look up to each of these selfless individuals. Their passion for this program and endless LYS spirit inspires us all.
I hope experiencing this "Five-Year" ceremony tonight will inspire you to take risks that you never thought possible. You have the power (and force!) to choose to make new friends, run for office, set a goal or two, and open yourself up to a whole new world of ideas and skills. I truly believe that your experience is in your hands, and what you put into LYS is what you will get out of it. I hope that you all feel inspired to embody our LYS 2016 theme, "Leadership Awakens!" and give it your all this week. I promise you won't regret it!
LYS love and mine,
Annelise Bertrand
Assistant Program Director


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Logan's mom smoked with all the car windows up. I had always thought you were supposed to roll a window down, if you smoked in a car, but when I asked, Mrs. Morales said that the noise from the highway was too loud. She kept the windows up and tapped her ashes into an empty McDonald's cup for the entire ride up to the Dells, singing along to every song that played on the country station.
The smoke was inescapable, but Logan had gotten a headphone splitter for his fourteenth birthday along with an iPod. It sat in the middle seat, and we took turns picking songs, a long thin bridge of cord connecting us as we leaned on opposite windows, staring at cornfields and inexplicably still-extant porn stores.
An hour and a half in, without warning, Mrs. Morales took a sharp right turn off an exit to get gas. My whole body jerked to the side, and Logan's head bumped hard against the glass. I thought, if there had been no splitter, then maybe, we would have had to sit right next to each other, to share one pair of headphones. And if we were to be sitting right next to each other when the car took a turn like this, I still would have been thrown by the force of it, but thrown, this time, potentially, into Logan, and the skin on our arms could possibly, just for a moment, make contact, maybe, and my leg would press into his leg, his bones and fat and muscle, tightly wound and mine at last. And there would be tension, just a little tension, and I would have to make a joke, to break it, and I would lean over and put my head onto his shoulder, only for a second, before pulling away and laughing it off.
And maybe Logan would laugh, too. It could be our inside joke: "Mark Leans On Logan Like They Are In Love, Ha Ha Ha." I had been thinking about the jokes Logan told around his new friends, and there were, I decided, three categories: mean things about girls, quotes from movies or TV shows that I didn't like, and pretending to be gay.
So this would be the third kind, then, for sure, if it could happen. Which it couldn't, because Logan had gotten the splitter and because I was sitting on the far side of the car, an empty seat preventing our thighs from touching for the entire ride, and probably the entire trip, and then also the rest of my life, actually, which was at that moment almost calming to imagine, a whole life without any jokes to make that I did not think were funny.
I took a long, deep breath, letting Mrs. Morales's smoke inflate my lungs. At the gas station, I bought a bag of corn nuts, which I didn't even like, just to have something to do with my hands.
Rob H. Dawson lives and works and sings songs to his cat in New York. His work has appeared or is forthcoming in WhiskeyPaper and The Rumpus. You can find him at @robhdawson.


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While still in transition of changing the blog theme and fonts, and being out of commission photowise until my laptop computer get a new power cord, sorry for the lack of new content- but check out the ModCloth blog post Castaway Vintage was featured in today!!
Clockwise from top left: Castaway Vintage, Spirit Ditch, Let Me Feel Like a Doll, Esther-From the Sticks
There's a heat wave sweeping much of the country right now, and if you're anything like me, you're seeing mirages at every turn. (Today we were joking about installing a pool in our parking lot—I wish!) These bloggers know how to keep cool while making a splash with their outfits! To get their looks, take a retro-inspired suit and pair it with cut-offs, sandals, and a straw hat. You'll be beach-ready and chic in no time!
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It was that point in the race, first hill conquered, downhill pounded, welcome water gratefully thrown in the general direction of my mouth, some of it even going in, that the second, most significant hill loomed. I felt like crying as I saw it reach for the sky. Actually, I think I did.
Then I heard the sound of distant chanting, getting ever nearer. At first, I couldn't make out what they said, my mind was so full of terror at the prospect of conquering the Hill of Doom on the notoriously challenging Pudsey 10km organised by the lovely Pudsey Pacers. But as I got nearer, it became clear. The two women were making great progress up the hill, encouraging each other with the mantra 'small bum, thin legs.'
Noel, who was running with me at this point following a delay brought about by an unscheduled and unwelcome pit stop in the woods, wondered if they were commenting on his rather shapely legs and pert derriere. I think he too was in a state of delirium at the approaching hill.
Now I quite liked that as an idea, a small bum and thin legs, that is, two of the benefits of hill running. I know other runners who chant motivational messages, such as 'You. Can. Do. It' It made me think about my own mantra, What could it be? What would make me run faster? I didn't have chance to mull it over, as Noel yelled in my ear, 'Get up the hill, stop faffing around!' It worked, I did. Everyone should have their own personal mantra chanter.


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Michelle Mahony, Pat Mahony, Jim Roditis (2017)
Russell Graham, Paul Nelson, Emils Duselis (2018)
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Spontaneity In The Real Food Kitchen + My CSA Pasta Recipe
Before jumping right into today's post, you need to know a little about me first. In the end, it will all make sense, I promise. 😉
About 80% of the time, I am the quintessential Type-A personality.
Nail-biter? Unfortunately, yes.
Hard time falling asleep? Yup.
Fear of wasting time? Oh, yes.
Low tolerance for incompetence? I'm sorry, but, yes.
My motto is "Make it happen, Cap'n"? True.
I have a bent toward perfectionism — even to the point that, if I make a mistake when writing a grocery list, I will often wad up the paper, throw it in the trash, and start all over. I thrive in a clean, organized environment and am frequently re-organizing my already organized spaces in an attempt to make them even more organized. I am overly practical and have very little tolerance for frills and fuss. I am a do-er and find it difficult to sit still and just be.
I am a planner, never without a backup plan, and frequently a backup plan for the backup plan. This is especially true in the kitchen, where I live to menu plan and make detailed shopping lists, categorizing my list by store, then by section and having a note to the side of what products I will order online.
I vividly remember how I chose my wardrobe for school in the seventh grade. Every Sunday evening, I would mix and match shirts, jeans, skirts, dresses, and sweaters — along with matching scrunchies or claw clips, of course — to make a complete outfit, then wrap masking tape around the hangers, write the day of the week I planned to wear that outfit on the tape, and then hang each set of taped-together hangers in order by day of the week in my closet. {Thank God I don't do that any more!}
All of our books are separated into genres, which are then alphabetized by author's last name. The Hubs finds it hilarious to "misplace" a book and see how long it takes me to notice. He has yet to make it 24 hours.
My day is not done until the kitchen sink is empty and the couch pillows are straight.
(Side note: It is only by God's grace that I'm no longer upset when my vacuum tracks aren't straight or when my spice rack isn't alphabetized.)
The Only Thing Standing Between Me & the Pizza Guy…
In all this organization, list-making, doing, and planning, it might surprise you to know that I have an alternate ego — the Mr. Hyde to my usual Dr. Jekyll. This side of me flies by the seat of her pants. In this alternate mode, creativity flows, unlimited by a plan, to-do list, or the written menu on the fridge.
This is when I do some of my best work — be it refinishing an old mid-century dresser into a buffet or creating a new recipe on the fly. This is, in fact, how my upcoming e-book (details coming soon, I promise!) was born. The e-book, in reality, was a happy accident.
I had been operating in creative/unorganized/unplanned mode one afternoon a few weeks ago when I looked at the clock, around 3:00. On this particular day, most of my thoughts had been filled with the laborious mental efforts of choosing a paint color for that new dresser-turned-buffet and looking at flooring samples for my basement office/studio. I hesitate to admit that most of what my children had said to me that day was lost in translation because I had entered the world of Pinterest, with no signs that I would be making an exit anytime soon.
The meal plan on the fridge had expired two days previous, and I had been avoiding the fact that I had no dinner planned for that evening. I wouldn't exert the effort to go down into the basement and bring some sort of meat up to thaw. {Laziness and procrastination are other signs that I am operating in Hyde-mode.}
The only evidence that I had accomplished anything productive that day were the two jars of pesto fermenting on the counter.
At 3:23, I glanced at the clock again. My husband would be home in 45 minutes, and I still didn't have a plan. Nor had I gone to the basement to grab meat from the freezer.
I had no choice: I had to rely on my alternate self now. My imagination was the only thing standing between me and the pizza delivery guy.
Luckily, our CSA had been delivered the evening before, on my husband's birthday. I had a brief few moments to rummage through it before unloading all the goodies into the fridge because I was very busy with his birthday dinner.
I was a bit perplexed with the week's crate. While the variety was splendid — broccoli, cucumbers, zucchini, jalepenos, bell pepper, tomatoes, lettuce, blueberries, a handful of green onions, and collard greens — the amounts were somewhat off.
There were two nice-sized bunches of collards, a shoebox amount of beautiful baby greens and a large head of red leaf lettuce, and two glorious pints of northern Minnesota blueberries. No complaints there for sure. The cucumbers would ferment nicely, and I was fairly certain the two jalepenos would be enough for at least a pint of my famous salsa.
There were, however, six tomatoes — six blueberry-sized, golden tomatoes. The zucchini were small, and there were only two of them. There was enough broccoli for one person.
Were we to draw straws to decide who got the broccoli? Did it default to me since I was the one cooking it?
It was obvious I had been in creative mode that day, for the juices started flowing. I remembered I had a pound of gluten-free penne in the pantry. I could incorporate the one serving of broccoli, two small zucchini, a few of the onions, and a bit of the collards into the pasta. The rest of my inner dialogue follows:
Creative Me: "Chop the broccoli, and don't forget to save the stalks for dog food. I need to make dog food after dinner. Dice the zucchini, slice the onions. Wash and chop the chard. This is good, this is good…"
Practical Me: "There's no meat. Is this going to be enough without protein?? And what about sauce for the pasta? I used the last of the marinara weeks ago."
Creative Me: "Butter and salt? Maybe. Hmmmm….. PESTO! I made pesto this morning! I'll use that! Sauce problem solved. Parmesan grated on top. Mmmmmm…."
Practical Me: "Oh, duh. Pesto. Why didn't I think of that sooner?"
Creative Me: "Like. A. Boss."
By 3:41, I was a little too excited about this meal I was cooking in my head. It was only 3:41, and this meal would take me approximately 27 minutes from start to finish, 30 if I used some of the greens to throw together a salad. I convinced myself that there would be enough fat in the pesto and salad dressing (and parmesan I was going to load it up with) that we'd be fine without meat.
This meal was a success. In all its unorganized, unplanned glory, it worked.
Are you ready for the recipe already? (I literally made this dish up as I went along, but I did write it down as I went.) I have christened it "CSA Pasta". I hope you'll take your own creative license with this one and experiment with whatever veggies you can procure from whatever your source of veggies. You just can't mess up pasta, veggies, and pesto!
CSA Pasta (with lots of green veggies!)
- 1 pound gluten-free pasta
- 2 Tablespoons butter
- 2 Tablespoons avocado oil (or coconut or olive oil)
- 2 small zucchini, diced
- 4 green onions, whites and greens, sliced
- 1 bell pepper, seeded and diced
- 1 small head broccoli, chopped
- 1 bunch collard greens (kale, chard, etc.), stems removed and chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3/4 – 1 cup pesto
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Parmesan cheese, finely grated, optional
Here's how to do it:
Boil and drain the pasta, set aside. In a Dutch oven, heat the butter and avocado oil. Add the bell pepper, broccoli, zucchini, collard greens, and green onion. Saute until softened.
To the softened veggies, add minced garlic and stir just until the greens wilt. (Note: if using kale or chard, don't add in until the end or they will overcook. Collards need a longer cooking time.) Dump the pasta into the veggies, then add pesto and stir until everything is coated evenly. Season to taste. Top each person's serving with finely grated Parmesan, if desired.
The point of today's post is not to give you an exact recipe to follow, although you're certainly welcome to follow it to the letter and you'll be glad you did. 😉
Take-Away Lessons
It doesn't happen nearly as often as I'd like — the emerging of my phelgmatic, creative, happily disorganized alter ego. I find when she does come out that I am less stressed and more carefree. I often wish that my personality bent more toward the right brain-dominant, blissfully procrastinating daydreamer, but then there'd be three of us (my husband, my daughter, and me) living under one roof, and all productivity and planning would unfairly fall on our 11-year-old son. 😉
Here are the lessons I hope you learn from this slightly amusing, but very real-life tale:
- Even the most experienced, most organized cooks don't always have a perfect plan in place. It's ok. A little creativity and determination are all it takes to throw something together and not hit the drive-thru. Oh, and the fact that the drive-thru isn't really an option for me because I live 60 miles away from one. 😉
- The success of this meal was made possible because I do keep a well-stocked pantry and a fridge full of fresh produce. Even without a meal plan, if you can master that, you will rule the kitchen.
- Don't be afraid to get creative and even surprise yourself with what you come up with. The result may well end up being a perennial favorite.
Do you enjoy being super organized and having a plan? Or do you prefer to go wherever your imagination takes you in the kitchen? Share your spontaneous kitchen creations with us!
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I love reading your recipes and reading about what a wonderful young lady you have to become Lindsey. Words cannot express what a blessing it is to me to be a part of your life. Thank you – Love you!
Thank you so much, Crystal Hale Lockett. It's amazing what's happened in the last year. I'm thankful too! ?


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I have finally emerged out from under my pile of seemingly endless research papers and exams into the blinding light and onto a hopeful future of a peaceful Christmas break on the horizon. The end of the semester cannot come soon enough, and I can't wait to get back to this thing. I've missed you, blog.
A lot has been going on recently, and I promise I'll go into detail as the days go on because I have to space my posts and photos out, ha. Just know that things are good, and I'm making the most out of life and its little moments despite the recent overwhelming amount of work I've been busy with. As much as I'd love to give you this big long update, I can't, because 1) I'm currently sitting in my evening class, and I'm pulling a Cinderella and darting out the door as soon as that clock strikes 9:15 and 2) Too much to type and my fingers already feel like they're going to fall off after so much paper-writing and 3) Too many photos for one post! (Here are some, but I'll be sharing a whole bunch more from our latest adventures. ;))
So, instead of making this one long update, I decided I'd focus on Thanksgiving. It's such a meaningful time to me, mostly because I get to spend time eating amazing food with my incredible family while giving thanks for all of the things I have. I think that since I started my career as a therapist, times like these with my family have taken on a whole new meaning and I cherish our time together more than ever. On this holiday - as I watch family pull the golden turkey out of the oven, laugh at bad jokes, pile mountains of mashed potatoes on top of mashed potatoes, hold hands in prayer, and blink away tears when giving thanks for each other and me - I am humbled and in awe. These past couple Thanksgivings have been more emotional for me than usual, because although I always knew how blessed I am to have the family I have, knowing how much others are hurting and longing for one makes my heart ache. It's a reminder to always be grateful for my family and never take them, and the life I have, for granted. And while I gave thanks to God for having a loving, caring family this Thanksgiving, I also prayed for those who don't.
Some little letters of gratitude:
Dear Sonata,
Thank you for being so hardy and getting through some of the tough crap you've been through these past couple of months. Please keep being kind to us as we transition from two cars to only you.
Dear Dr. Smith,
Thank you, thank you, thank you for allowing us to take our exams online. God bless you.
Dear Husband,
Thank you for being so kind. Always.
Dear friends near and far,
Thank you for being the best at barraging my Facebook wall, cell phone, and mailbox with love and well wishes on my birthday each year without fail.
Dear In-laws,
What would I do without you? Thank you for not being the crazy in-laws that used to scare me in comedies. I see so much of you in your son, and for that, I love you beyond measure.
Dear Koda,
Thank you for being so gentle, loyal, and goofy. I love your kisses every time I walk in and out of the door. You're just the absolute best dog. Period.
Dear person who left a parking pass in the parking pass machine (if that's what it's called?),
I wish I could thank you in person, but I did pay it forward. You rock. The end.
Dear whoever is reading this,
If you're a friend or family member of mine, know that I am always thankful for you. If you're not, well, I'm thankful you stopped by, and I'm thankful for the opportunity to get to know you!
Hope you had a Happy Thanksgiving, everyone. x
xo E


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This traditional Irish cake uses porter, such as Guinness, Beamish or Murphy's, and is a deliciously rich and moist fruit cake. Make it a few days in advance of the celebratory event (it's perfect for St. Patrick's Day) if you like, and it will improve even more!
- Yield
- Serves 10 to 12
- 3 2/3 c (1 lb) all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp grated or ground nutmeg
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1 tsp baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 16 tbsp (2 sticks) butter, softened
- 1 c (8 oz) light brown sugar
- 1 lb golden or regular raisins or a mixture of both
- 3 oz chopped candied peel
- 2 eggs
- One 12-oz bottle of porter or stout
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Line the sides and base of an 8-inch high-sided round cake pan (the sides should be about 2 3/4 inches high) with wax paper.
- Sift the flour, nutmeg, pie spice, baking powder and salt into a bowl. Rub in the butter, then stir in the sugar, raisins and the candied peel.
- Whisk the eggs in another bowl, add the porter or stout, then pour into the dry ingredients and mix well. Pour into the prepared pan and bake for about 2 hours in the preheated oven. If it starts to brown too quickly on top, cover it with foil or wax paper after about 1 hour. The cake is cooked when a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow it to sit in the pan for about 20 minutes before turning out and cooling on a wire rack.
Reprinted with permission from Favorite Food at Home: Delicious Comfort Food from Ireland's Most Famous Chef by Rachel Allen, © March 2010 William Morrow Cookbooks


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Keith has a deep background in both comedy and drama. He became one of HBO's favorite directors, having directed memorable episodes of "Mr. Show" and "Curb Your Enthusiasm" and then he directed all of the episodes of "Fat Actress" for Showtime. He was also one of the top directors of "Everybody Hates Chris" and several other comedies. Keith was also the director of Jimmy Kimmel and "Real Time with Bill Maher." In the last few years, Keith dipped his toe in drama waters by becoming the house director on "The Secret Life of the American Teenager" and now he's back to directing comedy as he did recently on "With Bob and Dave" on Netflix.


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Well, today is a hugely successful day already and I am sure you are wondering why. Well, I present to you 3 reasons why I am happy:
First off, the pancakes. I tried making pancakes a few weeks ago before I found my American measuring spoons and they turned out HORRIBLY. They were so doughy and disgusting. Today, I tried again and with much better results. I even made them McGriddle/Dad style and cooked them in bacon fat - yummy!
Secondly, my food parcels from my family. My sister and mom sent me kosher salt & canned pumpkin. My granny sent me cornbread, stuffing & chili. Funny enough, I was so worried about vanilla extract, cheerios and Kraft mac & cheese I never realized that Sweden WOULD NOT HAVE kosher salt, American style cornbread OR Pepperidge Farm stuffing. Thank you soooooooo much for sending these things - it's going to make my Thanksgiving so much more authentic!
And finally some early birthday presents (that'd be the 29th for some of you who might not know - Lissa?!?! HA, HA, HA!!!). My sister sent me the pink looking (in person it's more peachy) Under Armour Hoodie. I guess all that oohing and awing at Sports Authority before I left did the trick - you got the hint!!! ;-) Now I have no excuse for not running (other than pure laziness). The other hoodie is from my Granny - LOVE IT and it will be worn often. And the styrofoam cups, you ask - well, those are special packing devices used by my father (among other things). Dad - don't you know I live in an environmentally conscience society where use of styrofoam is punishable by death?!?! HA!!!
OK, so it's actually more than three things and it is certainly not the answer to world peace BUT it is things that are currently making me happy right now! Thank you EVERYONE who put together both of these packages. When the FedEx lady delivered the second one this morning, I was in the middle of making the pancakes. She was so funny - she said she could smell them all through the apartment hallway and it smelled really good. I guess I could have shared...nah, that is SO not like me.
And now for a few other pictures that are just funny...
My sister and I at dinner before we left - I think this is such a funny picture and we almost look alike. Scary that we have to make such a weird face to see the resemblance?!?!
The forest behind our apartment when we first arrived
The same shot taken today. It's rainy and 45F this afternoon. What's nice about where we live is when I opened the window to take this shot, you could hear the rain hitting the leaves of the trees. A much better noise compared to the roar of LBJ/635. HA!
And finally, a sweet picture of Kissel. It's not often I can capture him in his sweet, loving moments but this was one of them. Usually he is rolling his eyes at the camera.
Well, I am off for today. Need to run up to the grocery store to pick up dinner and pick up our dry cleaning too. FYI - you can never complain about dry cleaning pricing again (not that any of you really do) because it is costing me US$22 to get TWO pairs of pants cleaned. Next care package, please send Dryel and Bounce Dryer Sheets (that's another story, another post).
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Director: Harmony Korine, Alexey Fedorchenko, Jan Kwiecinski
In the omnibus film The Fourth Dimension, Brooklyn based Vice Magazine along with commercial company Grolsch Film Works dispatched three filmmakers to tackle on a subject matter that must have been elicited from a hazy drug fueled debate. At least that is how it seems to deal with its abstract subject matter, the concept of the fourth dimension otherwise known as the unification of space and time, or space-time continuum. Apropos to cinema, the concept seems to fit perfectly and offers up a treasure trove of possibilities both scientific and philosophical. But the lack of cohesiveness to each short film make the overall structure a chore to get through and will leave you scratching your head in bewilderment rather than having deep philosophical conversations about space and time.
The opening short film, and arguably the best of the bunch, is Harmony Korine's The Lotus Community Workshop starring Val Kilmer as himself. Kilmer spends most of the time delivering a motivational speech in a roller skate rink which is then contrasted by him riding around on his bike trying to do tricks, hanging with friends and doing hood rat things. The cinematography is one of the most striking elements that immediately stands out, being shot in a wide cinemascope aspect ratio. Both this style of the cinematography and the surreal star power of Kilmer satirizing himself, distances itself to the other two sections. Standing out in terms of both style and tone, the manic monologue of Kilmer is both entrancing and bizarre and feels right at home with the rest of Korine's off kilter universe.
In the second section Chronoeye, directed by Russian filmmaker Alexy Fedorchenko (Silent Souls), the style and mood is very reminiscent to the sci-fi work of Tarkovsky but lacking any kind of poetic soul. The story revolves around Grigory (Igor Sergeev), a neurotic physicist who thinks he has discovered the key to true happiness with a time machine. There are some beautiful and haunting vistas of Russia and some interesting character development and inertactions. Yet the film cannot escape a dull pace and flaccid approach to theories that should be infinitely more compelling if they were presented in a more succinct manner. The final section Fawns by twenty five year old first time feature filmmaker Jan Kwiecinski is a fitting end to the bizarre anthology. The short follows a trio of nihilists who stumble upon a village on the verge of an apocalyptic flood. The mood is surprisingly sincere and the final moments add a nice poignancy to the otherwise emotionless and distancing effects of the previous two shorts.
Each filmmaker opts for quasi quirky stoner wisdom partly because of a hazy set of dogmatic rules imposed against each short film by executive producer and Vice honcho Eddy Moretti, a nod perhaps to Lars von Trier's infamous Dogme 95 manifesto. This obstruction mentality seems logical, considering that one of the directors, wunderkind Kids scribe Harmony Korine, participated in the movement with his film Julien Donkey-Boy, which Von Trier credits as the pinnacle of the Dogme movement. But unlike the simple and direct ten Dogme 95 rules, there are fifty two ones imposed against The Fourth Dimension directors, most being obtuse and random. This is in line with the quality of Vice Magazine, as your degree of enjoyment will likely depend on how much hipster pretension you can stomach.
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Inspiration arises from the simplest of things. Who would have thought that a far-flung group of photographers sharing inspiring images of our ever-changing atmosphere would coalesce into a site that aggregates hundreds of sky shots every week? Congratulations to the entire Skywatch Friday team as well as its founder for creating and cultivating such a cool site. If you haven't contributed your sky shot yet, join the group!
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Malaysian Superhero (see bio below) MC AraByrd is back on Crunchtime with another ground-shaking EP, Disco Nected.
I have grown very fond of this Malaysian MC,she is a witty talented singer who isn't afraid to say what's on her mind. Singing in english and Malay, her voice reflects the global bass scene movement; global singers and producers connecting to make pure magic. She's been working with barefoot originator Stereotyp and Cee and is up to the par when it comes to dropping rhymes on their heavy bass tunes. Check out the new release, my favorite is track on it is KEK:
special promo tune for ya' AraByrd – Rolex Flex (aif)
Still hot, Arabyrd previous 2 EPs on the label:
here's a quick bio RQM wrote about her ( from http://www.sweetsusie.net/Ara.html):
AraByrd (Malaysia) /Biography
Birth Place: Sarawak, Malaysia
Age: 23
Current Residency: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Professional Occupation: Radio Host, MC, Vocalist, Crate Digger
Mutation: AraByrd was born during the cosmic explosion that gave birth to our Sun. She is a living photon patchwork that shifts from wave to particle composition depending on her state of mind. Her presence is blinding. To function in this Time-Bound Terrestrial world AraByrd slowed down her photon wave particle state to a vibration that produces a Sound Body that appears to be physical to mortal eyes.
Powers: The Xray Sound Body. Arabyrd is a healer. She has the ability to see the true essence of all living beings and to reveal this knowledge to them. The presence of her Sound Body harmonizes on contact. Her powers peak in the range of Purple.
Mission Statement: To appreciate life and be able to pass down this appreciation to others.
Alliances: The Crunchtime League
(written by: RQM)
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here's a snippet of AraByrd in a video series on Fefe Talavera in Camp Hustle. In case you haven't heard about the camp, it is a nice project Stereotyp involving cuttin-edge underground street artists and musicians. with a focus on street artists and producers. They had a kick ass live streaming a few weeks ago where people submitted images via chat and the graffiti artists tagged them. The street is aLiVE!
checkout the rest of the series on Fefe here
AraByrd: http://www.myspace.com/arabyrd
new blog: http://arabyrd.tumblr.com/
old blog: http://arabyrd.blogspot.com/
Cee: http://www.myspace.com/ceeitoldu
Stereotyp: http://soundcloud.com/stereotyp
Crunchtime Records: http://crunchtime-records.com
store: http://crunchtime.bandcamp.com/


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Week of: July 9- July 16, 2012 What happened: It was my birthday week! We were lucky enough to go to a Yankees game, and get in before the general public. We were able to see Monument Park all by ourselves, which was amazing. It was so cool to be in the stadium with no one else other than workers and players. For my birthday, there were about 10 of us who went to Traffic in Hell's Kitchen for dinner, and then half of us went to 1-2-3 Burger, Shot, Beer around the corner. So fun!
Details on the spread: Nothing out of the ordinary. I'm really liking both Project Life layouts above. I feel they suit most of my photos and the PL cards. I also am loving cutting a photo in 2 (like the NY Yankees photo to the left).
Overall thoughts: Still the same - loving it!


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The first phase of Homesteads for Hope's Community Farm vision is the initial purchase, renovation and build out of 5 acres of the property that includes the large barn, estate home, multiple out buildings, tillable fields and access to the Erie Canal. This is the most important phase as it will be the center for all that our organization has to offer to the public in regards to services, programming and membership. The properties structures are historic and the barns have been very well maintained but for the purpose of being used for individuals with disabilities, open for business and to be utilized year round it needs renovation, revitalization and property maintenance.
The farms existing infrastructure currently has 1 residential home, 1 large barn, 3 small barns and an estate home. We need to renovate the estate home on the property as a main priority! This is a community build project and we are seeking major gifts, sponsors and donations of in kind services and materials.
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If you use NordicTrack, ProForm, or HealthRider exercise equipment, iFIT.com merits a lookbecause Icon Health and Fitness, which operates the Web site, also owns these companies. iFIT.com delivers direct workouts to Icon equipment, but a huge redesign is required to make the site attractive for general use.
Most new Icon devices accept audio input from VCRs or CD players via a stereo audio cable that connects a sound board to the exercise device you're using. The cable transmits workout sounds (such as a perky instructor shouting "Push, push!") and machine commands (which change the speed, incline, and other exertion factors) from Icon-produced videos and CDs.
Using the same technology, iFIT can stream a larger variety of workouts over the Web and store your results in an online fitness log. But iFIT provides workouts exclusively for machines sold by Icon, with no general programs for activities such as running and weight lifting.
In addition, the iFIT diet program isn't integrated with the workouts, and it offers limited features and flexibility: no daily e-mails, no dietitians, no live online help, no community functions. And iFIT doesn't consider the results of its excellent fitness assessment tool when creating custom workoutsa frustrating limitation.


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The Drive Thru as a multi-layered performance event and art installation: A series of signs seek to frame conversation and invite reflection on our culture. Scribes work The Drive Thru asking the curious who approach two questions: "What do you drive?" and "What drives you?" The responses are combined to create a group-authored script.
Toyota Tacoma. Toyota Tacoma. Honda CVR. Dodge Neon. Mazda Protégé. Toyota Prius. I do not own a car. Mercury Mariner. Honda. Driving a car. A Toyota. Subaru Forrester.
Subaru Forrester.
I drive people crazy.
I do not know. That is a hard one.
To be a better me.
That's a good question. Religion.
What? I do not have a parking permit…
Coffee. Music and tobacco.
Passion for excellence. No that is a joke. Social expectations.
Right now: 5 O'clock.
Very interesting question. Sir let me think. Service and patriotism to the USA.
Hmmm… creativity.
I do not know.
I don't know.
Intuition and the will to create.
Dance. Music.
Everything around.
Creation drives me.
My Horse.
My grandchildren.
That is a hard question to answer. Enjoying life.
The comic book stand.
Kittens and Vodka.
Puppies and printmaking.
That is a good question.
(No response.)
Pursuit of happiness.
Ford Taurus. Toyota Camry 98. Car. Honda Pilot. A Lincoln. My car. A Dodge. Chrysler PT Cruiser. A red Jeep Wrangler. Honda Civic. My feet. I don't drive. Volvo. A CRV Honda CRV. Subaru. Kia Sole. VW Rabbit. Honda Accord. Prius. Buick Lesabre. My two feet. Mazda small SUV Tribute. Oldsmobile. Hyundai Tiburon "Sunshine." Saturn LS "Megan." Ford Escape. Grand AM. Ford Escape. I don't have a car. Dodge Caravan. Your feet. Life. Anthony. Everything. Myself. Car. Honda Civic. I don't have a license. Alero. Bianchi. Ford Fusion 2013 EcoBoost. Chevy Malibu. Toyota Highlander. Truck. 98 Pontiac Bonneville. Chevy Cobalt. A car. Toyota Corolla. I drive everybody else to do stuff. Pontiac Grand Pix. Buick Century. Honda Civic 2008 My car? Honda Accord. Ford Escape. Jetta 1.8 liter turbo. A car Fiat 500. Toyota Avalon. A Pacifica Chrysler. I don't have a car. Toyota Celica. Honda Elements. Honda Accord. Ford Escape. Nisan Murano. Honda Accord. I don't really drive at all. Ford Explorer. Define drive-car. Volkswagen Jetta 2007. Ford Taurus. Hyundai Elantra. Volkswagen Passat. I don't have a vehicle. A car. Mom's Ford Fusion. Anything allowed. 2008 Mazda. Jetta. Nothing. Subaru. Ford Focus. Car. Saturn L200 1993. 1999 Saturn. 2004 Ford. Jeep. Chevy Equinox. Expedition. Toyota Previa. I drive a Chevy Equinox. A Subaru Legacy. Automobiles? 2003 Honda Accord. 2006 Honda Accord. Honda CRV. Honda Civic. 2005 Toyota Calvary. Nissan Sentra. A car. 93 Toyota Truck. Subaru.


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It's official! I am so excited to announce that I am a brand ambassador for Shannon Fabrics. Last week I spent an amazing three days just outside Chicago, Illinois, at the incredible Bernina Center.
Thirty people from all over the country were chosen out of four hundred applicants to be brand ambassadors. We were all chosen for different reasons and expertise, but we all have a common thread of sewing. It was a time of a lifetime to be able to affectionately bond with so many different people.
Our mission as brand ambassadors is to teach others how to sew with the lush Shannon Fabrics. We are the Shannon Fabrics educators. We were trained on how to present demonstrations, trunk shows, and classes. This brand ambassador program is a new concept for them and we are proudly the first class to graduate.
We spent three days in an intensive training. From six in the morning until eleven at night it was non-stop training (okay eating too), but it was truly a time of a lifetime. I had so much fun, learned so much, and fell in love with the company's culture. They are passionately family and quality oriented.
The actual fabrics of Shannon Fabrics are what initially sold me on applying to become a brand ambassador. Their number one product is a line called Cuddle.
In my opinion, it is the softest fabric there is. It is in the broad category of textiles named minky, but this is far superior to the generic minky fabric that you would feel at the local chain fabric store. It has a thicker pile and is so much more luxurious. There are also many other aspects as to why it sews so much better, but that is for another blog post (of course).
Over the past few months in preparing for this venture, I have come to realize that Shannon Fabrics has so many more sumptuous fabrics beyond the simple Cuddle line. I am absolutely in love with their faux fur and to be perfectly honest, I do not know why people wear real animal furs when they can have these Tissavel furs that are so soft you get lost in them. Those Luxe Cuddle throws had a hard time being passed around as everyone wanted a chance to cuddle up with them and did not want to give them up.
During our three days, we were treated like royalty. Of course, we were all given our own set of fur throws, but Shannon Fabrics was also extremely generous with each one of us being provided an entire large suitcase full of fabrics and notions.
They had arranged with their sponsors to indulge us with so many notions. There were so many that they filled an entire bag. We were all so overwhelmed with the generosity of Shannon Fabrics and their sponsors.
As you would expect, we ate like the rich and famous with all their furs. The first night we had a wonderful sampling of those Chicago deep-dish pizzas and the next night we were privileged to be at the Aspen Lane Wine Company that follows the Newman model of donating all their profits. You can read about their giving hearts if you click here.
Shannon Fabrics also has many other lines of fabrics such as their Embrace, which is a contemporary and popular double gauze. Have you noticed how many names are loving names? Let me tell you we had fun with those as each morning we cuddled. Yes, we gave hugs and kisses to everyone – people we had never known before this event. There were a few people that were stretched out of their comfort zones and I think the Bernina educator was the saddest to see us leave.
The Bernina Center was unbelievable. There was a dedicated high-end Bernina sewing machine for all of us with a large workstation and the training was phenomenal.
Indubitably, Shannon Fabrics taught us well. We had thorough explanations as well as hands on construction, and evaluations. We saw garments as well as every other possible item that could be made with their fabrics. We even heard from a company that specialized in cosplay using Shannon Fabrics.
It was a wonderful experience and one that I will treasure for a lifetime, but it was the people that made the difference. Without them, this would not have been the same. They were an incredible group of people and I hope that you have the pleasure to meet some of them.
Beyond a doubt, I am so psyched. I just want to start sewing all that fabric in my suitcase. Yes, there is so much that I am having a little trouble finding where to put it all. It is still in my suitcase. Do not tell my husband, but I have big plans for a new sewing studio.
Thank you, Shannon Fabrics for everything, but especially for "Making the world a softer place™!" Words can never express my gratitude.


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The !f Istanbul Independent Film Festival is rolling back into town. The 16th edition is set to open with Moonlight, one of the year's most critically acclaimed films. It's the second film by director Barry Jenkins, whose debut, Whiplash, thrilled audiences and critics alike with its fast-paced intensity. Moonlight, on the other hand, is more of a slow burner – it follows its young protagonist from childhood to adulthood as he navigates the complexities of love and the dangers of drugs and violence.
This year's festival features a number of Turkish films. Reha Erdem's latest, Koca Dünya (Big Big World), the only Turkish film in competition at the 73rd Venice Film Festival, will be screened in the Gala section. There is also an entire section dedicated to feature-length films about Turkey, including Lüfer, a film about the bluefish, an iconic symbol of Istanbul whose stocks are being depleted by excessive fishing, and Güreş, a close-up portrait of two young professional oil-wrestlers. In addition, various shorts from Turkey will be screened free of charge.
Click here to see the full programme, which is centred on the theme of 'things that heal us'. Films will be screened at four cinemas: Cinemaximum City's Nişantaşı, Cinemaximum Kanyon in Levent, Cinemaximum Budak / CKM in Caddebostan and Cinemaximum Akasya in Acıbadem. There will also be talks and other events.
After its run in Istanbul, the festival will set up shop in Ankara and Izmir from March 2–5.


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The end of April suddenly became very stressful for Netflix subscribers, as it was widely reported that nearly 1,800 titles would be disappearing from its Watch Instantly service in the US. Unfortunately, it likely caused a lot of tension in Los Gatos as well and tonight the company revealed it's changing its policies. Quickly dubbed "Streampocalypse," some blamed it on competition like Warner Archive Instant, despite many of the listed titles actually being related to Netflix's agreement with Epix. As we now know, on May 1st the sun rose once again and there are still some movies and TV shows to watch on Netflix streaming, but for just a few hours you might have thought that would not be the case.
The list came from the third-party site InstantWatcher, which we've long recommended to help users sort selections in ways not supported by the official page and apps including by year, Rotten Tomatoes rating or New York Times Critics' Picks. Starting today however, that will not include the ability to list "expiring soon" titles. As Daniel Jacobson posted to Netflix's API developer blog, it will stop including expiration dates in the public API. While we're sad to see the amount of data available to the public reduced and are still peeved over the public API being shelved entirely, after last week's incident we can certainly understand why. Netflix did not directly reference the incident in its statement (available after the break), but one can certainly connect the dots — read on for more information.
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text: I have two clients currently considering leasing and/or selling their property and buying a home more suitable to their specific needs. In speaking to my mortgage broker, Mr. Rob Scheuing of Sherwood Mortgage http://sherwoodmtg.com/, he informed me of a recent new mortgage criteria called the "Buy and Bail" rule. It effects one of the two scenarios negatively unfortunately. The rule states that for a buyer to use the income from their rental property they own in order to help them qualify for their new loan, they have to have at least 30% equity in that property. The point of this rule is that they don't want owners who are not behind on their payments going out and buying something new and then just letting their old property that they are underwater on go to a short sale or foreclosure. Makes sense right. The only way to get around that is to show that the property has been leased for the previous two years. Please keep this in mind, and talk to a qualified lender, should you be considering the aforementioned strategy. I would definitely recommend Mr. Scheuing (pronounced Shoe-ing) to anyone with the utmost confidence, as he has closed about two dozen transactions for my clients. You can contact him for all your lending questions on Sherwood Mtg's website or call him directly @ 805.496.2512.


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J. P. Leahy (U. Manchester/STScI), W. B. Sparks (STScI), N. J. F. Jackson (U. Manchester)
3C 293 is very unusual among radio galaxies in that it possesses a massive cold interstellar medium, visible in CO and optical line emission, HI absorption, and as a thick and complex dust lane. The galaxy is an excellent candidate for a merger between a massive elliptical and a late-type galaxy. It hosts a radio source displaying emission on several distinct scales, from an asymmetric outer structure 240 kpc across to a parsec-scale core. The radio structure is dominated by a distorted kiloparsec-scale double, clearly interacting strongly with the ISM. High resolution MERLIN images (Akujor et al. 1995) revealed a collimated jet on the eastern side.
We have discovered infrared and optical synchrotron emission from the jet. In the optical, the jet is mostly obscured by the dust lane, but it is clear in our new HST NICMOS images at 1.6, 1.8 and 2.0 microns. The outer jet knot (or hotspot) is very highly polarized at 2 microns, confirming the synchrotron mechanism. The jet consists of three bright knots nearly identical in relative separation and orientation to the brightest radio features in the jet. There is no sign of emission from the jet in the opposite lobe, despite the lower absorption on that side. The radio/IR spectral index steepens significantly with distance from the nucleus, as in 3C 273 and unlike M 87. The outer knot is visible (with hindsight) on the WFPC2 image obtained for the 3CR snapshot survey. We present the HST and new MERLIN radio images, and analyze the spectra of the jet knots in terms of synchrotron loss models.
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- 33.5"w x 9.25"h x 6.75"d
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San Simeon combines angular lines with traditional forms for a modern yet classic style. The authentic hand-applied Silver Leaf finish and beautifully painted soft fawn colored glass create a luxurious appeal.
The Fredrick Ramond FR59194SLF San Simeon collection Vanity Wall Lighting in Silver Leaf uses Incandescent light output and brings Decorative style. This item is 9.25"H x 33.5"W x 6.75"D. The total wattage is 400 and the voltage is 120 volts. The Fredrick Ramond FR59194SLF requires 4 bulbs (not included). Additional Information: Shade-Painted Soft Fawn-Colored Glass.
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A mass Mitsubishi recall is underway due to a defect that can cut out an engine without notice.
TAKE NOTICE Mitsubishi owners across Australia.
Close to 50,000 Mitsubishi vehicles have been recalled as a result of a defect which can kill the engine at any time.
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) today published a recall notice on the Mitsubishi Lancer (CJ & CF) 15-16MY, Mitsubishi ASX (XB) 15-15.5MY, and Mitsubishi Outlander (ZJ & ZK) 14MY & 16-17MY.
The consumer watchdog has published a list of car vehicle identification numbers that are subject to the recall, and you can also check via the Mitsubishi website.
The carmaker is also in the process of contacting known owners, but concerned motorists are advised to phone Mitsubishi on 1300 131 211.
The defect is believed to be in the power relays. It causes overheating, which in turn leads to engine failure.
Nissan recall
This follows Nissan's recall of vehicles last month because of faulty Takata airbags.
The ACCC wrote: "There have been serious injuries and deaths from faulty Takata airbags. The inflator components may deteriorate and subsequently misdeploy in an incident causing metal fragments to propel out of the airbag."
Takata 'Alpha' airbags were also installed in certain makes of BMW, Honda, Lexus, Toyota, and Mazda sold between 1999-2006.
The Department of Infrastructure and Regional Development advises that approximately 50,000 cars are currently on Australian roads that contain the airbags that pose an "immediate danger".


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Broadway and film actress Neva Small ("Chava" in the film version of "Fiddler on the Roof") stars in a musical show that whimsically traces the highlights of her life and career, offering some comfortable memories and more than a few surprises.
Neva Small
Music & Lyrics: VariousDirector: Pamela HallProducer: Edmund GaynesPress Agent: Brett Singer & Associates
70 minutes, with no intermission
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May be inappropriate for 7 and under.Children under the age of 4 are not permitted in the theatre.
Opens 45 minutes prior to the performance.Tickets are also available at St. Luke's Box Office, 308 West 46 Street (between 8th & 9th Aves).St. Luke's Box Office Hours:Monday: 2pm - 6pmTuesday: 2:30pm - 6pmWednesday: 2pm - 6pmThursday: 2:30pm - 6pmFriday: 2pm - 6pmSaturday: 10am - 8pmSunday: 12 noon - 7:30pm
Neva Small: Not Quite an Ingenue
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