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Leicester must keep Riyad Mahrez and Jamie Vardy to ensure strong Premier League finish
It seems scarcely believable that after 15 games of the Premier League season, it's the blue of Leicester City that sits at the top of the table and not that of Manchester City or Chelsea.
The latter pair had long been touted as the potential champions and whilst Manuel Pellegrini's side may well come out on top, you can't help but admire how Claudio Ranieri's men have performed.
Key to the Foxes' success is the goalscoring form of Jamie Vardy and the consistent quality of Riyad Mahrez. Both players have had fantastic seasons and are undoubtedly the driving force behind the table-toppers.
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So far this season the pair have contributed 24 goals and eight assists between them, including the well-publicised, record-breaking run of Vardy, who managed to find the back of the net in 11 straight Premier League games.
Against Swansea City on Saturday his run came to an end, but it was Mahrez who stepped up and bagged himself a hat-trick, the first for a Leicester player in the Premier League since Stan Collymore.
And such is the quality of these two players that it is vital they remain together. In January, you can almost guarantee there will be offers for the pair and Ranieri must ensure all bids are turned down.
Vardy owes everything to Leicester and it would be a shame if he left for a 'bigger' club - this may be the best chance his side have to push for a European spot and leaving midway through the campaign would scupper that opportunity.
Turning down money can be difficult for some clubs and with Vardy likely to command in excess of £20 million, such an offer would be hard to ignore. In truth, however, it's the money that you miss out on, not gain, that's important.
If Vardy left for £20 million, what would the Foxes realistically gain? They'd almost certainly slip down the table in the England international's absence, each position costing the club around £1 million in prize money.
Last year, Chelsea won £24.7 million in prize money, whereas seventh-placed Southampton earned £17.3 million. Seven places, £7 million.
When you take that from the transfer fee, as well as any sponsorship, shirt sales and, of course, the potential earnings from qualifying for Europe, there is no logical reason to sell him.
Mahrez is in a similar situation. His age, potential and ability make him almost certain to attract attention from other clubs, and if he were to leave Leicester would be losing a player vital to their season ambitions.
If goals are to be scored and indeed achieved, the Foxes' talismanic duo must stay. Leicester can't afford to lose them, contrary to what their price tags might suggest.News Now - Sport News


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The Nathpa Jhakri Hydro – Electric Power Station– NJHPS ( 1500 MW ) was the first project undertaken by SJVN for execution. In addition to the financial assistance from the World Bank, SJVN has also been financed as loan by a Consortium of European Banks, the Power Finance Corporation ( PFC ) and various domestic commercial banks.
Besides the social and economic upliftment of the people in its vicinity, the 1500 MW NJHEP has been designed to generate 6612 MU of electrical energy in a 90% dependable year with 95 % machine availability. It is also providing 1500 MW of valuable peaking power to the Northern Grid.
Out of the total energy generated at the bus bar, 12 percent is supplied free of cost to the home state i.e. Himachal Pradesh. From the remaining 88% energy generation, 25% is supplied to HP at bus bar rates. Balance power has been allocated to the beneficiary states / UTs of Northern Region by Ministry of Power, Government of India.
Besides above, indirect benefits has also accrued to the region by way of increase in agriculture and industrial production. In addition, the project has provided gainful employment to a large number of skilled and unskilled workers and has also opened the landlocked hinterland by providing essential facilities such as schools, hospitals etc. for the people of the area. Thus, 1500 MW NJHPS has ushered in the social and economic upliftment of the persons living in the vicinity of the Project i.e. of society at large.
SJVN's Future Projects
Since the commissioning of the largest underground 1500 MW Hydro Electric Power Project, NJHEP with the gigantic efforts made by its engineers, workers and all its associates, the first project allocated to SJVN, the Corporation expanded its base from a single project to a Multi Project and thereafter from a presence in a single state to a pan- Indian Corporation and established its footprint in the neighbouring countries of Nepal & Bhutan.
SJVN is currently constructing the 412 MW Rampur Hydro Electric Project in the state of Himachal Pradesh. SJVN is also implementing three hydro projects (252 MW Devsari, 60 MW Naitwar Mori and 51 MW Jakhol Sankri) in the state of Uttarakhand. Further, SJVN has also been allocated Luhri Hydro Electric Project (775 MW) and Dhaulasidh HEP (66 MW) in the state of Himachal Pradesh for preparation of Detailed Project Report and subsequent execution.
The company has now gone across the borders and has bagged 900 MW Arun III hydroelectric project in Nepal through, competitive bidding. In addition, the corporation has also been assigned the task of updating/preparing DPRs of two Hydro Electric Projects 600 MW Wangchu HE Project and 650 MW Kholongchu HE Project in Bhutan by Govt. of India.
SJVN Venturing into Wind Energy Sector
India consumes about 3.7% of world's commercial energy and is ranked as the fifth largest consumer of energy in the world in terms of energy demand. This is despite having one of the lowest per capita energy consumption in the world. Continued economic development and increasing population are pushing up the demand for energy at a higher rate than addition in generation capacity. Peak energy demand is about about 12.7% (for Year 2009-10 as per CEA report) more than the total available energy for consumption. The energy demand is expected to grow at 5.2% and to have sustainable development, the electricity energy addition is to be around 10% annually.
With the growing environment consciousness and reserves of the fossiles like coal, crude oil, natural gas etc. depleting at faster rate and the vast available renewable recourse had a big role towards meeting up the energy demands of such a vast nation.
In view of the advantages SJVN is venturing into the Wind Energy field with an initial addition of 50MW of wind energy by the end of 2012 to promote and develop more renewable resource of energy. In pursuit of the above mission SJVN has already started surveying the various potential locations in India where the wind energy can be exploited economically. The consultant for this new venture of setting up of the 50MW wind Power Project has already submitted the feasibility report for establishing the project with the advantages of various locations.
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Make Money in Growing Natural Resource Stocks -- the Easy Way
Exchange-traded funds offer a convenient way to invest in sectors or niches that interest you. If you expect natural resources companies around the world to perform well as global economies recover, developing economies build out their infrastructure, and energy demands increase, the SPDR S&P Global Natural Resources ETF (NYS: GNR) could save you a lot of trouble. Instead of trying to figure out which companies will perform best, you can use this ETF to invest in lots of them simultaneously.
The basics
ETFs often sport lower expense ratios than their mutual fund cousins. The natural resources ETF's expense ratio -- its annual fee -- is a relatively low 0.40%. The fund is fairly small, too, so if you're thinking of buying, beware of occasionally large spreads between its bid and ask prices. Consider using a limit order if you want to buy in.
This ETF doesn't have much of a performance history to evaluate, as it's very young. Still, it's the future that matters most, so think about how bullish you are on the prospects for natural-resource companies. Meanwhile, remember that as with most investments, we can't expect outstanding performances in every quarter or year. Investors with conviction need to wait for their holdings to deliver.
What's in it?
Several natural resources companies had strong performances over the past year. International Paper (NYS: IP) , for example, gained 20%. You might worry about its future, as our society cuts back on paper in many ways, thanks to electronic advancements. But IP is involved in packaging and recycling, too. And many items, such as disposable cups for coffees, have seen their volume grow over the past decade or two. The company is also operating in China and India and other developing economies, and cutting costs, as well.
Other companies didn't do as well last year, but could see their fortunes change in the coming years. Fertilizer giants PotashCorp (NYS: POT) and Mosaic (NYS: MOS) , for example, shed 24% and 31% over the past year, respectively. But their managements seem comfortable enough with projected earnings that they've hiked dividend payouts by 100% and 150%, respectively. These companies and peers had cut back on production recently, due to flagging demand, but it looks like demand is heating up again.
Meanwhile, Freeport McMoRan Copper & Gold (NYS: FCX) shrank by 29% as its major Grasberg facility in Indonesia suffered labor unrest. But that situation is stabilizing and global copper demand is expected to outstrip supply in the coming year, so the company seems poised to perform better soon.
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Demand for natural resources isn't going away anytime soon. A well-chosen ETF can grant you instant diversification across any industry or group of companies -- and make investing in and profiting from it that much easier.
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Interactive table top game!
Inspired by Microsoft surface and the game developed for it, surfacescapes, and other interactive table concepts, this idea is for an interactive table that would house some sort of pick up and play game. Again this is one where there is very little thought put into it yet. Just some vague form of idea.
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Ever-moving, ever-growing, ever-changing—Florida's tourism industry is constantly on the go…and hotels and resorts around the state are launching new developments to stay on top of the action.
For the Kids
In a new partnership with Random House Children's Books, Boca Beach Club, a Waldorf Astoria Resort has created a new Random House children's library at the hotel's Camp Boca. The library features over 60 books, plus story hours and special author and character appearances throughout the year.
Camp Boca offers programs in three age groups: Boca Tots for ages 3-5; Boca Bunch for ages 6-8; and Boca Beach Combers for ages 9-12. Also available through Camp Boca are a variety of sports, games, arts and crafts and interactive activities.
Best available rates start at $219. For more information, call (888) 543-1286 or visit bocabeachclub.com.
For the Family
Guests of Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld had better put their wetsuits and flippers on. In honor of SeaWorld Orlando's new 3D TurtleTrek attraction, opening April 27, the property is offering a SeaWorld Orlando Vacation Package.
For $279 per night, guests will enjoy overnight accommodations, two adult single-entry SeaWorld tickets, early entry to the park on select days, complimentary front-of-the-line access, dining discounts, and more. For more information, call (800) 228-9290 or visit renaissanceseaworld.com.
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No fewer than 222 guestrooms are available and ready to show off their amenities at Hilton Singer Island Oceanfront Resort, the latest and now-complete re-design project of Crestline Hotels & Resorts.
Poised to cater to upscale travelers, each of the rooms now feature spa-style bathrooms with natural stone surfaces and deluxe showers, while beds are dressed in new linens and headboards. Each room offers views of the ocean or intercoastal via private balcony or sliding glass window.
On-property amenities include a tech lounge featuring PC and Mac computers, free WiFi, Ketch restaurant, state-of-the-art fitness center, two pools, private beach and jogging trail. Nearby activities are numerous, including parasailing, jetskiing, golfing and shopping.
Rates start at $107 per night. For more information, call (561) 848-3888 or visit hilton.com.
Take a Bow
Ponte Vedra Inn & Club in Northeast Florida has recently been accepted into Associated Luxury Hotels International (ALHI). Featuring 250 guestrooms and suites, the oceanfront AAA five-diamond property is located 20 miles southeast of Jacksonville.
Through ALHI, Ponte Vedra Inn & Club is recognized in three categories including the Beach & Island Collection, the Historic Collection, and the Golf Collection. Amenities at Ponte Vedra Inn & Club include two 18-hole golf courses, 15 tennis courts, four pools, a 30,000-sq.-ft. spa, 10 boutiques and shops, and seven restaurants and lounges.
Spring special rates are available through June, starting at $239 per night Sunday-Wednesday, or $259 per night Thursday-Saturday. For more information, call (800) 234-7842 or visit pontevedra.com.


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You've probably seen it in the background of countless war movies, but nothing can prepare you for the epic beauty of Vietnam. While it isn't my favorite country in the world, it is very beautiful and there is no denying that. From the natural beauty of Sam Mountain and Halong Bay to the manmade artistry of the sacred temples and pagodas, to the rice terraces and beaches, Vietnam has a lot to offer travelers.
Vietnam has suffered a long dark history of colonialism, communism, war, and poverty. Recently, the tourist industry is growing and has become a major source of national revenue for the past 10-15 years. You cannot escape learning about the horrid history whose effects are still visible on the faces, bodies the locals even today. Like India, many travelers either love or hate it here. Admittedly, it's a hard country to travel through, but despite the challenges, you will find a very interesting and visually-pleasing place to visit.
Typical Costs
Accommodation – Hostels start at 130,000 VND per night. Private rooms average about 390,000 VND for a double room. In the past hostels were pretty scarce, though recently, hostels have started popping up all over the country to accommodate budget travelers. "Homestays" are often popular budget option, too.
Food – By eating at street stalls and markets you can get a bowl of pho or a rice dish for 20,000 VND. Most sit down restaurants are also inexpensive at around 40,000–90,000 VND. The fancier (and more touristy) the restaurant, the more expensive. A liter of water at a convenience store is about 15,000 VND, while a beer or soda at a restaurant is about 20,000-35,000 VND.
Transportation – Bus travel is very cheap in Vietnam. For example, the public bus around Ho Chi Minh City will cost a maximum of 3,500 VND. The train is also another inexpensive way to travel with the 791km long train journey from Da Nang to Hanoi costing 750,000 VND. Overnight buses (aside from saving on a night's accommodation) are only about 100,000-500,000 VND and can take you to lots of cities in Vietnam. There are extremely low-cost airlines that can hop you around the country quickly for as little as 400,000 VND.
Activities – Many of Vietnam's attractions are based around its natural beauty and as such, cost very little. For organized excursions such as touring the Cu Chi Tunnels you can expect to pay between 100,000–200,000 VND. Halong Bay tours from Hanoi start at 650,000 VND for two-day trips and increase exponentially from there. Half-day cooking classes and bicycle tours are heavily targeted at tourists, so they cost a bit more, and start at about 300,000 VND.
Money Saving Tips
Eat delicious street food – The food is usually excellent, really cheap and you can watch it being cooked in front of you. Stick to the local food and you'll save money. The street-side pho, bread, meat sandwiches (called bahn mi), donuts, and bananas are your best deals all of which can be found around 20,000 VND on the streets.
Late-night travel – If traveling long journeys, try to take the late night "sleeper" buses or trains as this will save you the cost of a night's accommodation. Depending on the company, you may even have a chance to comfortably lie flat as you ride through the dark countryside to your next destination.
Take the tourist bus – It is actually cheaper to take the tourist bus around the country than taking local transportation because of the "tourist" price you get at the bus station.
Don't be afraid of taxis – Metered taxis in this country are affordable. If you are moving around town at night, this is a good, safe, cheap option (especially if you're splitting the cost with a few others). A 30-minute ride will set you back around 130,000 VND. The best taxi companies are Mai Linh and Vinasun.
Fly for cheap – Vietnam's low-cost airlines: VietJet and FlyVietnam are extremely inexpensive and adding luggage to your flight can cost as little s 120,000 VND. This is a great option for people with limited time to explore different regions of Vietnam.
Bargain hard – Tourists tend to be charged more than locals for everything from cycles (a three-wheel bicycle taxi) to clothes to street food. Bargain harder than you would ordinarily, and don't underestimate the value of walking away.
Skip the SIM Card – Vietnam is highly connected to Wi-Fi. You can hook into Wi-Fi in just about every hotel, shop, restaurant, and convenience store for free! Unless you need to have connectivity during long bus rides or rural areas, I'd forgo the SIM card and take a break from connectivity.
Ask your hostel staff – Before you leave the hostel, ask them to estimate how much what you want to do should cost. How much should a ride to the museum cost? How much should I pay to have a gown like this made? They will be able to give you bargaining guidelines.
Stay a while – You'll hear tales from many backpackers who have been to many different Vietnamese regions on a very short trip. A good way to save money and savor the experience is to slow down. Divide your time between a few spots and enjoy.
Factor in visa fees – Visiting Vietnam comes with a much higher visa fees than the surrounding Southeast Asian countries. Look up the visa requirements and fees before you arrive. Better to be safe than sorry!
Top Things to See and Do in Vietnam
Admire the pagodas – Vietnam's most distinctive architecture can be been in the pagodas, which can be found all over the country. They are known for their beautifully intricate carvings. Pagodas are used as shrines and temples and are treasured by the Vietnamese people.
Wander around Hanoi – Vietnam's capital, Hanoi handsomely combines French colonialism with Eastern influences. Enjoy an afternoon exploring the narrow streets of the Old Quarter or visit the countless temples and galleries dotted around this bustling city. Don't miss the History Museum which showcases artifacts from Vietnam's colorful history and the Ho Chi Minh City Mausoleum. Hanoi is also a good base for doing multi-day tours to Halong Bay, Hua Lu and Tam Coc.
Relax or find adventure in Dalat – Dalat is nestled in the hills of the Central Highlands and is popular with tourists who want to relax in the mountain air, so people flock here for serenity. Others go to Dalat to participate in a host of adventure sports that happen within a naturally beautiful backdrop. The hills around Dalat are filled with traditional tribal villages, which you can tour, but there is plenty to do within the city itself too. Visit the imaginatively titled palaces: Palace I, Palace II and Palace III.
Tour the Mekong Delta – The delta is a 60,000km long web of interconnected waterways, which span across three Vietnamese provinces. The area is filled with small craft villages, Khmer Pagodas, mangroves, orchards and the trademark floating markets. The best way to experience Delta life is to go on one of the many boat or bike tours. Spend a few days exploring the stunning region.
Crawl through the Cu Chi Tunnels – Crawl through the extensive network of nearly 500 km of tunnels utilized by the Viet Cong in the war with the USA in the 1960s. Tours involve a description of the tunnels, after which tourists are allowed to crawl about the maze and fire AK47s at shooting targets. It's a sobering experience and not one meant for anyone claustrophobic. However, if you want a better understand the terror of the Vietnam War, this is a must-visit. Enter for about 100,000 VND.
Visit Cuc Phuong National Park – About 120km southwest of Hanoi lies Vietnam's first National Park, Cuc Phuong. Covering 222 sq km, this place is home to over 2,000 species of trees and some truly rare wildlife including the Clouded Leopard, Delacour's Langur and Owston's Civet. It was my favorite park in all of Vietnam and the only place I didn't find hordes of tourists. The entrance fee is 40,000 VND.
Hang out in Hoi An – Hoi An is one of the most popular destinations for tourists traveling to the country. The place is packed with historical homes and buildings and quaint cafes. It's small and great for walking, buying suits (they have a huge fashion and tailor market), eating, nearby beaches, and relaxing by the river. It was easily my favorite place in Vietnam. It's not unusual to find backpackers using Noi An as a resting ground while they recharge from constant traveling. This is a relaxing quality to it that makes staying for a while very attractive.
Explore Ho Chi Minh City – Also known as Saigon, Ho Chi Minh City is Vietnam's largest city and is definitely worth exploring. Like most cities in Vietnam, you'll be met with the roar of motorbikes speeding through colonial streets. Ben Thanh market is a must-see for amazing food and there is a great buzz of activity within the place. If flying into the SGN airport, it's worth spending a day or two exploring the city. I recommend spending the night at The Common Room Project for a great hostel experience.
Hike in Halong Bay – More than 3,000 islands sit within the emerald green waters of Halong Bay, one of the country's most popular tourist destinations. Cat Ba Island has great for hiking and many tourists find themselves taking one of the cave tours. Tours here usually leave from Hanoi and last 3 or 5 days. Try to find a good operator as many oversell or lie about what their boats look like (ask for advice from your hotel staff or travelers who have just returned for the trip).
Get active in Mui Ne – Despite being a fishing village, Mui Ne has got a significant tourism scene, due to its popularity as a wind- and kite-surfing destination, and the rolling sand dunes that lie nearby.
See My Son – My Son is a set of Hindu ruins in Vietnam which date back to the Cham Empire. The Champas ruled over Central Vietnam from the 3rd to the 19th century. The temples here are of incredible historical importance, but they have been largely reclaimed by the surrounding jungle, and have fallen into a great state of disrepair. Don't come here expecting something as marvelously preserved as Borobudur or Angkor Wat. Entrance fee is 100,000 VND for foreigners.
Visit the caves in Phong Nha-Ke Bang – Hang Son Doong is reputed to be the world's largest cave, and is located in Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park. It was discovered by a local in 1990, and "rediscovered" by a British caving team in 2009. You can arrange trips to see this stunning cave. You'll be blown away by its beauty.
Dive in Nha Trang – This area is full of seaside resorts, and has a distinct urban feel. However, the beautiful sand and clear water make it a main spot for scuba diving in Vietnam.
Check out the rice terraces – Outside of connections to the Vietnam War, the stereotypical image of Vietnam is of the many rice paddies. You can find these in the Muong Hoa Valley. If you've never visited rice terraces, you should make a point to see them in Vietnam. Visit them to learn about rice production and take stunning photographs of the unbelievable Vietnamese countryside.
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Cokie Bar Stool
Our painted bar stool rivals any bar stool on the market in comfort, style, and durability. Cokie's high, sturdy back and an ample seat size make it a comfortable coordinate in any modern cottage or traditional coastal retreat. Made in America from stem to stern (Betcha thought that was a thing of the past). Cokie encourages you to linger a little longer in unmatched comfort.
- Overall Dimensions: 20"W x 22"D x 45.5"H
- Weight: 30 lbs.
- Overall: 20"W x 22"D x 45.5"H
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- Cokie is our take on a colorful vintage student chair. We made taller too so that the painted bar stool is perfect at any bar.
- Simple vertical back slats give this colorful bar stool versatility so that it can fit perfectly into a modern loft or a country cottage.
- The seat of the bar stool is contoured by hand for maximum comfort.
- Sturdy joint construction on the base ensures that this wooden bar stool will last for generations.
- Furniture designs and building methods are both based on classic Shaker furniture styles and techniques.
- Each piece of painted furniture is bench built to order by an experienced woodworker in America.
- Constructed of solid maple, a wood chosen for its durability and sustainability.
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- Traditional cottage furniture building techniques ensure that furniture stays true for generations.
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- We use the highest quality primer, lacquer, and clear top coats available while still being friendly to the environment. Paints are all California compliant and low VOC as compared to other industry pre-catalyzed lacquers.
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Jack Manilla learned how to achieve personal peace while living in The Pink House in a Florida orange grove.
Jack Manilla long aspired for success.
He would not spend his life toiling among the working-class like his family did. Nor would he be confined to the blue-collar steel town in Western Pennsylvania in which he was raised. He had big dreams and hurried to bring them to fruition.
He worked his way through college as a young father—balancing family, work and school. Then he climbed the ladder to corporate success. He achieved the success that he had long sought, accumulating large homes, big boats, exclusive country club memberships and expensive paintings,as he jetted around the country on private planes, working for big corporations and growing businesses. Fame and fortune fed his ego.
But the American Dream became an agonizing nightmare in 1994. Forced to decide between his values and his wallet, he chose the former and lost all that he had in the latter. Homes. Cars. Boats. They all vanished.
Financially shipwrecked, he washed ashore at Safety Harbor, Fla., poor and powerless, living in a cracker bungalow in an orange grove. Once a giver of lavish gifts like custom Steinway pianos, he asked his grown children to pay his rent. Only after he had been humbled and broken, was he ready to follow God unconditionally.
He and his wife would spend 18 months in "The Pink House," attending Mass and reading their Bibles every day. They prayed for guidance and trusted in God to provide, which he eventually did by presenting them with a business opportunity.
Manilla moved to Jacksonville, Fla., and formed a corporation, naming it "Portofino," which is Italian for "Quality Harbor." He then used Lessons from The Pink House to build Portofino into the leading post-build full-service provider for commercial and residential pools in Florida.
Now a licensed contractor, international consultant, trainer and instructional designer, Manilla serves on numerous community, church and professional boards, through which he aspires to help others. He has attained personal peace by living "God's way" instead of his way.
The boy who dreamed of having everything has become a man who wants to give something to everyone. In sharing Lessons from The Pink House, Manilla hopes to help others achieve personal peace and to climb God's ladder to success, which puts heavenly rewards above earthly treasures.


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A Bohemian Chic Wedding Event in the Berkshires
Have you ever noticed how so many of our literature and theatre greats highlight how opposites attract? It's as though people--artists, especially--have historically been drawn to two things that just don't make sense together. Beauty and the Beast. The Prince and The Pauper. War and Peace. I'm not sure if it has anything to do with being a "creative" {or one who thinks outside the box}, but I, too, find myself fascinated with pairing two things that just don't quite add up.
This sort of quirky juxtaposition is the very thing that inspired this Bohemian Chic wedding event this past spring. As with many inspiration shoots, this was a time when I could pair a formal Pronovias wedding gown with a casual groom in blue jeans. It was an occasion where I could place a gorgeous couple in a trendy new setting. And it was a perfect way to bring attention to a formerly abandoned French Catholic cathedral that was undergoing extensive renovations. Basically, this shoot was my perfect cup of tea!
In the spirit of trying to put a different spin on things, I decided that I also wanted to make this shoot appear as if it was a real {intimate} wedding, and planned my spring Berkshire Wedding Collective networking event for the same evening and location as the photo shoot. I asked my members to come dressed as if they were going to an afternoon wedding, and used them as the "extras" in the pews. Now if you're like me, you don't love going to networking events, so I thought this request would not only give me the wedding guest look I was going for, but it would also act as a fun icebreaker for members as they got to know each other better! {You may also notice a cameo appearance by local fave-turned-preacher?, Brian Butterworth! I know his daughter had fun snapping some pics of our stand-in man-of-the-cloth!}
Assembling a group of industry professionals isn't always the easiest things to do, so I was thrilled that when I reached out to my "dream team," every one of them was available on this date (with a little schedule finagling). It's always a pleasure to work with Tricia McCormack and Carolyn Valenti, but one of the creatives I've always wanted to work with seemed to never have the space in her crazy-busy schedule, so I was ecstatic when Liz Washer was available to work her make-up magic on our already gorgeous model.
I hope you enjoy these images as much as we enjoyed putting this shoot together. How do you feel about pairing things that don't quite match? {And one day I'll have to do a post about times when this technique DOESN'T work, and generally leaves your guests feeling a little miffed!}
Venue #1: Hotel on North
Venue #2: Shire City Sanctuary
Photographer: Tricia McCormack Photography
Floral Design: Carolyn Valenti Flowers
Makeup: Liz Washer Makeup
Wedding Gown: Pronovias (Provided by Angela's Bridal)
Beaded Wedding Cake Purse: Mary Frances Handbags (Provided by Heirlooms Jewelry)


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Colback pens new Sunderland deal
Sunderland midfielder Jack Colback has been rewarded for his early-season form with a two-year contract extension.
The 22-year-old, who has lined up at left-back in the club's most recent games amid a defensive injury crisis, will remain on Wearside until June 2014 under the new agreement.
Tyneside-born Colback has appeared in 20 of the club's 21 games to date this season and scored his first senior goal in the 1-1 Barclays Premier League draw with Everton on Boxing Day.
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Planina's Bulgaria 2018 Group Trip - Public Page
Many, many thanks to all the donors who helped us cover expenses for our Bulgaria trip! We visited three villages, worked with numerous singers, had several performances of our own, and experienced unprecedented musical and cultural opportunities. Thank you, thank you for your support!
Here are a few photos showing some of the scenes from our trip. But all the explanation and great stories are on the Private Donor Only Page. If you gave $30 or more (in honor of Planina's 30th anniversary year), you should have received the password to access the special private site where we have posted (and will continue to post) more pictures as well as articles and (soon) videos about the trip. Check it out! (If you gave $30 or more and don't have the password, please send us an email at our contact page and we'll get it to you.)
Fundraising Progress - (as of 7/6/18)
Total Raised - $4,848
Ways to Donate
Visit our GoFundMe page
Make a donation on our website
Write a check to 'Planina' and mail it to:
Planina c/o 1328 South Vine St., Denver, Co 802010


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Health, Beauty & Vitality Workshop for Women in Their 30's and up with Qi Gong & Meditation with Eva Inglizian L.Ac.
at Body + Balance Center in San Luis Obispo May 5, 12 & 19
Monday May 5, 5:30-7pm:
-understanding the concept of Jing (life force) and the 7 year cycles women experience
-rejuvenating qi gong exercises for our waistline, face and hair, reducing stress and promoting vitality
-beautification rituals, self massage techniques, jade face roller
-guided visualization
Monday May 12, 5:30-7pm:
-understanding our three energy centers
-rejuvenating Qi Gong exercises for breast health, opening the chest, and letting go of stuck emotions
-acu point self massage for anxiety and opening the heart to joy
-guided visualization
Monday May 19, 5:30-7pm:
-yin nurturing qi gong exercises to strengthen our feminine energy
-microcosmic orbit Taoist meditation to harmonize our yin and yang energy
-guided visualization
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Vatsady Sivongxay's family immigrated to the United States as refugees from Laos when she was very young. She has lived in the area since 2010.
Vatsady Sivongxay is a first-time candidate for office. She was the Directory of Public Policy for Boston City Council District 7 from 2014-2016, for Councillor Tito Jackson. A trained attorney, she is also a trustee of the Harry H. Dow Memorial Legal Assistance Fund, which helps Asian Americans who have barriers to the legal system, and she is a board member of the Asian American Lawyers Association.
We left Laos because of Vietnam War. ... I lived in the refugee camps in Thailand and the Philippines for a little over 2 1/2 years. I arrived in the US when I was 4 1/2 years old.
The common objective of many anti-growth and pro-growth advocates is to create long-term affordable housing without displacement. We need an equity-centered urban planning process that will result in more affordable housing options.
Mr. President, the agenda you push is dark and un-American. It stokes hate and fear at home, and closes us off to the rest of the world. We are a nation of immigrants who love our country, cherish its mix of ethnicities and cultures, and proudly contribute to the next chapter in its history.
I know what it means to live without freedom, opportunity, or dignity. I know that we must always be vigilant in protecting our rights and that is why I stand as a proud American in opposition to the dark narrative that your recent actions suggest.
Vatsady Sivongxay, Candidate for City Council.
Cambridge Community Television .
Truelian Lee.
Vatsady Sivongxay (Profile).
The Harvard Crimson Nov. 1, 2017. Excerpt
Amira Valliani.
Episode 4: Who are the new generation?.
Backyard Cambridge (Podcast) Oct. 26, 2017.
Reena Karasin.
City Council Candidate Profiles, Group 3 of 5.
Scout Cambridge Oct. 13, 2017. Excerpt
Justin Krakoff.
The Breakthrough: How Women of Color are Transforming Boston and Cambridge Politics.
The Tufts Observer Oct. 10, 2017.
Amy Saltzman.
Why a record number of Cambridge women are running for City Council.
Wicked Local Cambridge Oct. 3, 2017. Excerpt
Hattie Bernstein.
Asian Americans urged to vote, run for office.
The Boston Globe Aug. 4, 2017. Excerpt
Amy Saltzman, Bill Whelan.
Cambridge Muslims, immigrants: Trump agenda is 'un-American'.
Wicked Local Cambridge Feb. 1, 2017. Excerpt
Vatsady Sivongxay.
Guest column: I choose to see the goodness, Mr. President.
Wicked Local Cambridge Jan. 31, 2017. Excerpt
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Total donations (less access fees): $275
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The Top 5 Things You Just Shouldn't Tweet (or Facebook)
The Top 5 Things You Just Shouldn't Tweet (or Facebook)
1. Death
A long time ago, the passing of a loved one from this world to the next would be announced by telegram. Just like Twitter's 140 characters, they too were adhering to a strict limit - yet somehow there is far more emotion in "AUNTIE MABEL SADLY DEPARTED STOP FELL OFF OUTHOUSE ROOF STOP BEQUEATHS YOU BEST HATPIN STOP" than there is in 'RIP Auntie Mabel, may you be the brightest star in the sky, you will be missed :(" written underneath a picture of you playing beer pong in a candy bikini top. Not until there's a dislike button, anyway.
2. Pregnancy
You've got a bun in the oven! A little bundle of joy! Of COURSE you want to share the news with the world, as quickly as possible. So what do you do? Spend a day making phone calls to your nearest and dearest, so they can gush over the news with you? Hire a plane with a banner with your due date written on it to fly over your hometown? Nah, you change your profile picture to an ultrasound and regale everyone you've ever met with thrice-weekly updates on your morning sickness.
3. Break-ups
Now, I know the status-change is an unavoidable factor in a modern relationship casualty. There it sits on everybody's homepage, blaring "Lonely McNeedy is now single" with a little broken heart next to it, just in case people have difficulty envisaging your pain. But even Facebook has an airing cupboard for that dirty laundry, and it's called the 'hide' button. Meanwhile the accompanying status - letting us all know what a cretin he is, and how you'll be crying into a tub of pralines and cream for a month because the love you once thought would never end has now been reduced to a little fractured husk of hate - that's even easier to deal with. Just don't write it in the first place.
4. Weight loss
Reasons for this are twofold; firstly, for those who'd quite like to drop a few pounds themselves, it is irritating in the extreme to read that you've, omg, lost a stone! Particularly if they read it with a Magnum in one hand and a cider in the other. Secondly, for those unconcerned with weightless, it is embarrassing to have to read about yours. It's terribly un-British, like going on about how much you earn, or your bowel difficulties (prime candidates were I to make this column a two-parter). People then feel compelled to say something, but what to say? A hearty "well done!" may as well read, "about time, you lardy cow."
5. Exam results
I've been over this one numerous times in my head, and I'm sorry to say that I just don't think there's any way one can tweet their exam results with dignity. It's harsh, I know, particularly with degree results, when all you want to do is run throug the streets sounding a klaxon, naked but for a sash saying ALL THE CASH WAS WORTH IT (MAYBE). But self-congratulatory statuses will only counter the warm glow of your achievement with the chilly breeze of everyone secretly hating you. If you really can't fight the urge, change your status in the middle of the night, sit grinning at it for a few hours, then delete it before anyone sees.


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EFFECT: Four earth cards are shown. One at a time, alien cards appear and earth cards vanish. Aliens' are taking over the world! Next, the alien cards change into 'Green Alien Immigration cards' so they can enter earth. For the final climax all the cards change into frightening images of the Roswell Alien Autopsy' incident. This is definitely a unique trick for the modern times.


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Q. I often hear references, both in worship and in religious teaching, to "fear of the Lord." I struggle with this because I think of God as so forgiving and passionate in his love for the people he has created. Do we really mean "fear," or just the highest respect? (Farmington Hills, Mich.)
A. The word "fear," in many people's minds, has a negative connotation. But closer study shows there are really two kinds of fear — servile and filial. "Servile" comes from the Latin word for slave, and that sort of fear is self-centered, worried about being punished for a misdeed. "Filial" is from the Latin for son or daughter, and filial fear is inspired by love.
It is the desire never to disappoint a parent or to betray a trust; filial fear is based on wonder and awe, reverence and respect.
Your question tells me that you understand this distinction. It is the second sort, filial fear, that is meant in the Book of Proverbs 9:10, when it says fear of the Lord is "the beginning of wisdom"; this is also the type of fear referred to when the Acts of the Apostles 9:31 says of the early Christians: "The church throughout all Judea, Galilee and Samaria was at peace. It was being built up and walked in the fear of the Lord, and with the consolation of the Holy Spirit it grew in numbers."
Without forgetting that there are consistent reminders in the Scriptures about divine retribution for sinfulness, a Christian should primarily be motivated not by fright but by fidelity, by a desire to return God's lavish love.
I sometimes ask people to tell me the first image they think of when I say the word "God." To some extent, this is a function of personality type and, perhaps even more, of a person's early religious education.
For me — and, I suspect, for many — that first image used to be of some giant scorekeeper in the sky, writing pluses and minuses on a large blackboard. But no more; now I think, instead, of the father of the prodigal son, running down the road to throw his arms around his once-wayward boy and saying, "It's OK. Don't worry about it. You're home. Let's have a party."
That is the image Jesus projects of his heavenly Father, someone much more ready to embrace us than to punish.
Q. Regarding vocations to the priesthood, what is the church's stance on whether to let a homosexual person enroll in the seminary? (North Plainfield, N.J.)
A. Bishops and religious superiors exercise a fair amount of discretion in admitting candidates to the priesthood. In 2005, the Vatican's Congregation for Catholic Education issued an "instruction." It said, in part, that the church "cannot admit to the seminary or to holy orders those who practice homosexuality, present deep-seated homosexual tendencies or support the so-called 'gay culture.'"
Far from settling the matter, this document engendered considerable discussion and a range of opinions.
All church authorities would agree that no one living an active homosexual lifestyle may be admitted — in the same way as someone who was active heterosexually would be disqualified. All would demand a suitable period of celibacy — three years, perhaps — before considering either a heterosexual or a homosexual candidate. All would require that a candidate be pledged not to "campaign" against church teaching.
The difference in interpretation revolves principally around the Vatican's prohibition against admitting those who "present deep-seated homosexual tendencies." Some bishops have seen the Vatican's statement as virtually ruling out candidates with a homosexual orientation; they argue that the all-male environment of a seminary simply presents too much of a risk.
Other bishops continue to admit such candidates to the seminary, so long as they are firmly committed to a life of chaste and faithful celibacy; they argue that there have always been priests with a homosexual orientation who have lived chaste, faithful and pastorally effective lives.
Questions may be sent to Father Kenneth Doyle at firstname.lastname@example.com and 40 Hopewell St., Albany, N.Y. 12208.
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When a businessperson hires a consultant it's usually because of brand trust. That's an emotional decision no different than when a consumer buys a new refrigerator or car.
But there's one major difference – the consultant is dealing with a wealthy client or someone who wants to be affluent.
Wealthy people have a different mindset, which is why they have money in the first place.
What motivates an affluent businessperson to hire a consultant?
Here are the five psychological factors:
1. Accuracy. Wealthy clients don't want a cookie cutter approach to their challenges.
For clients, my approach is to provide five related and salient benefits: Efficiency, information, innovation, objectivity and productivity.
Case study: One of the greatest compliments I ever received was at lunch when a CEO of a financial institution, and a valued client, and I were talking with the CEO of another financial institution. My client was trying to persuade his colleague to hire me.
My client abruptly said: "Terry's a pain in the *** – he will fall on a sword to get the job done right."
I was stunned temporarily. But he was talking in a language his friend understood. What he meant was that I'm proactive, ask lots of questions and deliver strong results. What happened? I got the business.
2. Acknowledgment. The loneliest job in the world is that of a CEO. They really appreciate credit and respect for their for-profit and non-profit endeavors.
I never end a meeting, e-mail or telephone call until I say the magic words, "thank you." And I let them know I'm thinking of them between client meetings with thank you notes or articles of interest to them.
Wealthy people have a different mindset, which is why they have money in the first place.
3. Comfort. First and foremost, a wealthy client wants to feel comfortable. That usually means security. Do they trust you with their wealth?
They want to feel secure. They want their financial matters treated with the utmost confidentiality. Except for the relatively few who like to be in the limelight, most want to keep their situations private.
What do you have to do for a client to feel comfortable? It's how you promote your firm. It's how you talk with the prospective client. It's about doing your research. They'll feel more comfortable about you.
Ask open-ended questions about their business, inquire what's most important to them, and ask about their social concerns. You will gain valuable insights and you will also determine whether you want to work with them.
In general, people don't care what you have to say until they know how much your care about them.
Meantime, if they respond with a great deal of negativity about society without offering solutions, you will probably want to head elsewhere. Why? They're high-maintenance. After all, consulting is hard work and it should be fun, too.
4. Evolving. Keep the relationship fresh. Expose the client to new experiences. Invite them to charitable affairs or cultural events.
5. Worthiness. Affluent clients also like to be validated in other ways. When a client has an idea that differs from mine, and won't hurt, I congratulate her or him on a great idea.
To start such dialogues, it's important to always lead clients with questions. They want to know their opinions matter.
From the Coach's Corner, more information on client relationships:
Consultants / Service Firms: Why Hourly Billing Isn't Best — One of the first lessons I learned in business-performance consulting was to sell results, not my time.
Thought Leadership — Why Companies Hire Management Consultants — Companies want knowledge. A good idea can be worth $1 million and more. That's why companies hire thought leaders. It's also why you see many consultants position themselves as thought leaders and give away free information in how-to articles or studies, which lead to books, seminars and being quoted in the media.
Valuable Secrets for Profitable Deal-Making with Clients — If you're in professional services or consulting, many times you've heard the phrase: "Give me a proposal." You've responded by spending several hours and investing hard-earned dollars in putting together a first-rate proposal. You've tediously explained your background and your approach. How many times has it been a waste of time? A lot, right? Here's a better option.
Trust is like a vase…once it's broken, though you can fix it the vase will never be same again.


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I have fallen in love with Instagram.
Seriously, it is easy, fun and catches my life on the go.
Go here to follow me ... would love to share with you!
1. Oldest German Pub in Boston. Good Beer Drinking!
2. Found the baskets at Brimfield. I'm going to be giving you some love next week!
3. Dresden Porcelain Rams Head Ice Bucket. $2200.00. Not giving you this!
4. Faux Bamboo, Hollywood Regency Dining Table. Could be Cocktail Table. Interested?
5. North End Flowers.
6. Customizing Guest Towels for my Powder Room. I swear it is almost Done!
7. Chinese Junk Boats painted on Silk Prints. About to be Redone.
8. Successful Day at Brimfield. Need more Trunk Space!
9. Colorful. End of Summer. Nautical.
Making the World More Beautiful. One Room at a Time.


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Family law regulates the legal relationships of people who are connected to each other by marriage, civil unions, family and relations, or where there is a custodianship, trusteeship or legal guardianship in place.
Are you having legal issues regarding marriage, adoption, divorce or seeking custody of your children? We focus much of our practice on family law, so we can guide you through the challenges you face, no matter what they are. We can help to ensure that in the event of a divorce, your legal rights remain secure.
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I am here to work with you. What this means is that I am here to guide you on your own unique journey as we restore any nutritional deficiencies and bring the body back into balance so that it can heal the way it is designed to heal.
We may work well together if:
- You are having unexplained digestive issues
- You frequently catch colds and suspect your immune system could be run down
- You always feel exhausted and can't explain why
- You are planning on becoming pregnant soon and are seeking nutritional support.
- Hormonal changes are so severe that they interrupt your daily life
- You would like to learn how you can prevent possible nutrition related illness or lose weight
- You are ready to make significant changes to improve your quality of life
You may even want a bit of tough love. I offer a kitchen detox, where I come to your home, go through your cupboards and actually throw away any food that isn't serving your health and wellness. Not everyone is ready for this step, but many are. At this time I can offer help for understanding how to decipher food labels. I can also help you learn how to navigate the grocery store (even the ones you may already frequent!) to find wholesome foods and avoid potentially harmful ones.
You may simply want to sit down and talk with me for an hour or more. Perhaps you have lots of concerns or questions about all the conflicting and confusing information available on nutrition.
Do you need a full nutritional analysis done? This is where I play a bit of a detective and help put together a comprehensive picture of what is going on for you. I can also create a completely unique meal plan and supplement regime tailored to your individual needs.
One thing you can be sure to expect when you see me is that I will be giving you some new and often exciting information and help you fit a lot of missing pieces into the jig-saw puzzle that is you.


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Following the overthrow of President Hosni Mubarak and the rise of the military council, the Egyptian constitution was suspended and no longer expected to be Egypt's law of the land, as many of its provisions and articles over the past two decades have been designed to solidify power in the hands of Mubarak and make it much more difficult for opposition candidates to run for office — not to mention win the presidency.
The following are the six articles of the constitution that are expected to be redrafted:
Art.76: The People's Assembly shall nominate the President of the Republic. The nomination shall be referred to the people for a plebiscite. The nomination for the President of the Republic shall be made in the People' Assembly upon the proposal of at least one third of its members. The candidate who obtains two thirds of the votes of the members of the People's Assembly shall be referred to the people for a plebiscite. If he does not obtain the said majority the nomination process shall be repeated two days after the first vote. The candidate obtaining an absolute majority of the votes of the Assembly members shall be referred to the citizens for a plebiscite. The candidate shall be considered President of the Republic when he obtains an absolute majority of votes cast in the plebiscite. If the candidate does not obtain this majority, the Assembly shall propose the nomination of another candidate and the same procedure shall follow concerning his candidature and election.
Art.77: The term of the presidency shall be six Gregorian years starting from the date of the announcement of result of the plebiscite. The President of the Republic may be re-elected for other successive terms.
Art.88: The Law shall determine the conditions which members of the Assembly must fulfil as well as the rules of election and referendum, while the ballot shall be conducted under the supervision of the members of a judiciary organ.
Art.93: The People's Assembly shall be competent to decide upon the validity of the membership of its members. The Court of Cassation shall be competent to investigate the validity of contestations on membership presented to the Assembly after referring them to the Court by the Speaker of the Assembly. The contestation shall be referred to the Court of Cassation within fifteen days as from the date on which the Assembly has been informed thereof while the investigation shall be completed within ninety days from the date on which the contestation is referred to the Court of Cassation. The result of the investigation and the decision reached by the Court shall be submitted to the Assembly to decide upon the validity of the contestation within sixty days from the date of submission of the result of the investigation to the Assembly. Memberships shall not be deemed invalid except by a decision taken by a majority of two-thirds of the Assembly members.
Art.179: The Socialist Public Prosecutor shall be responsible for taking the measures which secure the people's rights, the safety of the society and its political regime, the preservation of the socialist achievements and commitment to socialist behaviour. The law shall prescribe his other competences. He shall be subject to the control of the People's Assembly in accordance with what is prescribed by law.
Art.189: The President of the Republic as well as the People's Assembly may request the amendment of one or more of the articles of the Constitution. The articles to be amended and the reasons justifying such amendments shall be mentioned in the request for amendment. If the request emanates from the People's Assembly, it should be signed by at least one third of the Assembly members. In all cases, the Assembly shall discuss the amendment in principle, and the decision in this respect shall be taken by the majority of its members. If the request is rejected, the amendment of the same particular articles may not be requested again before the expiration of one year from the date of such rejection. If the People's Assembly approves an amendment, in principle, the articles requested to be amended shall be discussed two months after the date of the said approval. If the amendment is approved by two thirds of the members of the Assembly, it shall be referred to the people for a plebiscite. If it is approved by the people it shall be considered in force from the date of the announcement of the result of the plebiscite.
The suspension of the constitution was one of the principal demands made by the protestors. Now as their demands are being satisfied, those six articles that balanced power in favor of Mubarak are expected to be scuttled in favor of a freer, more democratic constitution that will make easier for multiple parties to run for office without any of the Mubarak-era restrictions.
Hisham al-Bastawisy, "a top judiciary official who said he spent the last few years in Kuwait because Egypt's security services harassed him and put him under surveillance," according to Reuters, is reported to have said, "The current constitution is dead and nothing should be used from it."
Among some of the changes expected to be made is the addition of presidential term limits, in order to avoid another 30-year rule such as Mubarak's. In addition to limiting the duration of office for the highest office in government, other measures to curtail the powers of the president are being considered. Thus, the next president will not have anywhere near the unlimited powers enjoyed by former President Mubarak.
After the proposed changes are made, resulting in essentially a new constitution, it will be brought to a referendum within three months where voters will determine its fate.
Until then the military leaders will have to either prove themselves on the side of the people, or risk a civil war with the protestors and face the possible fate of Hosni Mubarak.
Although those in the highest ranks of the military are said to have been close to Mubarak, no signs have emerged of any personal ambitions on the part of the military. For now it seems to be performing its interim duties of transitional government, restoring order and the rule of law, while ensuring that basic government services and infrastructure continue to operate effectively.
Among those selected to serve on the Constitutional Amendment Committee is Muslim Brotherhood member Sobhi Saleh, who told reporters of the amendment process: "The job of the committee right now is to constitutionally deal with the demands of the revolutionaries."
As to what Saleh meant by that, it will have to wait until the first draft of the constitution is made public at the end of next week, although the real refit of the constitution is not expected to occur until the election of the next civilian government in September.
The riots may have ended and the demands of the protestors may be satisfied for the most part; however, it will not be until after the September elections that the results of the Egyptian Revolution will be known: what kind of Egypt has been created — whether for better or for worse.
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Jack Hakimian, a controversial North Miami pastor who preaches that homosexuality is akin to witchcraft and drug abuse, faced a group of LGBT activists last night at Temple Beth Moshe after his statements caused a string of public controversies this summer. During the town hall Aleen Sirgany, a former national correspondent for CBS News, came out as a lesbian and introduced the crowd to her long term partner who is battling breast cancer.
From Steve Rothaus' Gay South Florida blog:
"I never spoke out, ever, ever, ever," Sirgany said. "But it's really the death rate of these kids that's so troubling to me. I could sit in the comfort of our home and read The Herald and rant or see what's going on and say, 'This is terrible.' But shame on me for not saying something sooner.
"These kids are getting bullied to death and it starts with a message like the pastor has: 'You're a sinner.' That message is really spreading like cancer with very little empathy to what these kids are going through. And not just kids. Adults, too. But if the pastor is saying it's OK, and the kids go to school and those other kids say he's right, they get bullied. The parents say it's OK, the pastor said it. Shame on the pastor and shame on me for not having the courage to speak up sooner."
Hakimian has come under fire lately for his explosive remarks. He firmly believes that homosexuality is an affront to God, and believes that gays can change and become "former homosexuals." He also believes that gay activists control Broward and Miami-Dade counties on a "legislative level."
Despite his views, Hakimian has been careful to paint himself as not "anti-gay." Perhaps because his controversial sermons and teachings have gotten him into a lot of hot water. Hakimian first caught flack from openly gay North Miami Councilman Scott Galvin after the pastor teamed with PBS affiliate WPBT to oppose legislation that would have allowed a strip club to open near their North Miami studios. Hakimian's church, Impact Miami, also holds service in a public high school. Miami-Dade Superintendent Alberto Carvalho wanted to kick Impact Miami out of the school for its anti-gay views, but eventually backed down.
Hakimian decided to partake in a town hall event last night with LGBT activists.
Rothaus' blog indicated that Hakimian was heckled by the crowd, but the pastor told the Christian Post that he believes the experience was an overall good one.
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"I thought it was pretty positive from our perspective. Of course, people were heckling and being obnoxious, but overall it was good," Hakimian told the Evangelical newspaper.
"Christians can disagree, but find issues of mutual concern, but the other side is just as hostile as the people on the right. It's very difficult to find people who can disagree agreeably and find issues of mutual agreement," Hakimian said.
Though, let's look at what's at stake here. Hakimian would like people to stop loving the people they love and "repent" by becoming straight. The LGBT community would just like him to stop comparing them to witches and addicts.
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Ghost In A Shell
We leave traces of ourselves in the homes we create, and eventually abandon, while we carry often-painful memories of those places forever inside of us.
The series of black and white photographs explores the boundaries of identity and marks of time, wounds and scars, between humans and home environments.
The subjects are nude and stripped from their material sources of identity so that they interact at their most basic, human and vulnerable level. The abandoned houses, reduced to scarred shells of a former place full of life, still showing signs of faded beauty. This beauty is confronted with the mental or physical wounds we may have experienced in our homes, and which we still carry in us.
In a multi-layered process the photographs of the subjects are physically manipulated, then brought back to the original place where they were taken, so that they start to merge visually into their surrounds as the subject did during his/her own exploration of the spaces. Their identities become intertwined and finite.


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Got A Tank To Fix?
Steve Gorham has spent most of his life renovating homes. Now, he restores World War II tanks.
"It's a one-of-a-kind job," Gorham said yesterday while taking a break from working on a Czech OT-810 halftrack at Northeast Military Vehicle Services in Milford. "I wake up every morning and am excited to go to work."
Gorham, 49, of Upton, was an unemployed carpenter three years ago when he discovered Northeast, a new company founded by Shrewsbury resident Andrew Sanclemente. The company started in Hopkinton but moved to Milford, near Interstate 495, about a year and a half ago.
Sanclemente, 41, a software engineer, has been collecting World War II vehicles since the mid-1990s. As he became immersed in his hobby, he realized there was a need for a business that restores the historic combat machinery.
"I was fascinated with the equipment," Sanclemente said as the buzz of a saw reverberated throughout the company's warehouse. "When you're driving these, you really understand what it was like for soldiers."
Sanclemente's father, Alphonse, grew up in the Plains section of Milford and was a mechanic in the Army Air Corps in World War II.
Repairs vary significantly in cost and can take a few days for quick fixes or several months for major jobs such as the Czech halftrack, which Sanclemente and his crew of four full-time employees and several part-time workers are turning into a German tank.
Most people collect tanks to display at parades, shows and other events. But the Texas man who owns the halftrack has a more unusual use: wild hog hunting.
Although the halftrack - an armored vehicle with wheels and tracks - is getting extensive renovation, tiny indentations made when the machine was peppered with enemy bullets will not be restored.
"They add character," Sanclemente said. "You remember what the soldiers went through."
His company repairs vehicles from throughout the world. The biggest challenge is finding parts for the equipment - any part that cannot be found is made from scratch, a process that often begins with making a wooden template.
Although rewarding, Sanclemente said collecting military vehicles is an expensive hobby. A World War II tank can cost between $150,000 and $500,000. German tanks, which are very rare, can cost more than $1 million.
The machines were among the first items some collectors sold during the recession, which hit as Sanclemente was trying to establish his new business.
"The economy has not helped at all," he said, noting the price of tanks has dropped 25 percent in recent years. "You've got to find that niche."
Joe DiAntonio, a Milford resident and World War II Navy veteran, praised the company for keeping history alive. Seeing the tanks at shows and parades should get people thinking about the sacrifices soldiers are making right now in Iraq and Afghanistan, he said.
"By at least having these vehicles around, it makes people aware of what they are going through," DiAntonio said. "When you see the size of the tank and the gun coming out, think, 'This is what our boys are going through every day.' "
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Helpful Books for Cancer Patients and Their Loved Ones/
When faced with a life-altering diagnosis like cancer, gathering information is a crucial step post-diagnosis. Learning how to navigate the health care system, and reading personal accounts of those who have gone through treatment, can help patients feel better prepared for what lies ahead.
Recently, Gwyneth Paltrow's lifestyle website, Goop, compiled a list of "The Best Books About Cancer," with recommendations for books that can provide spiritual strength, personal stories, ways to deal with grief, and informational guidance, including The Patient's Playbook.


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I hope this isn't some really common recipe that everyone but me had already heard of .... but on the assumption that this is as new to you all as it is to me, here I go~
It may sound odd, but you HAVE to give it a shot. Since it is easy to make, I will accept no excuses! (this comes from my friend Patti... where all my yummy recipes lately seem to come from)
You need- 4 eggs, 8 corn tortillas ripped into small pieces (the small size-do the corn ones even come in larger sizes?), onion, salsa and oil.
This will make enough for about 3 people (unless you are feeding my husband, then it only makes enough for 2) ... it is easy to make more or less - just add 1 egg for every 2 tortillas.
heat oil (a few Tbs +/- depending on how many tortillas) in skillet and add tortillas. Cook until tortillas are nice and crispy. (this will take longer than you think... and when you think you are done cook for another minute or 2. It is nearly impossible to overcook, but this isn't nearly as good when they are not crispy enough) When they are nearly done, add finely chopped onion. How much is totally up to you, but I have found that I need to add more than I think would possibly taste good (I am not generally an onion person). Then beat eggs, add to pan, stir and cook until done. I add a few spoonfuls of salsa just before they are done cooking, but you can add the salsa once the eggs are on your plate if you would rather.
You can also add a clove of garlic with the onion, but that is just too weird for me ;-)


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Jonathan Vyorst, manager of the Paradigm Value Fund, sees opportunities in financials.
"The revised Paulson deal is very good for large-cap banks, and I think for the sector as a whole," he told CNBC. "We're also looking at some brokerage firms that are well capitalized and should come out of this situation strong."
"We've taken a position in...Goldman Sachs , we have a smaller position in Bank of New York and Bank of America , and these are very recent. These are things we put on last week and this week," he added.
In the small-cap space, Vyorst has been purchasing Jefferies and insurance company American Financial Group .
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Day 9! Today we will hear from Lina, a Swede living in Borås who makes one mean mug of glögg. She's going to give us a little history lesson about glögg and, don't worry, she'll share her favorite glögg recipe too!
Lina and I met 2003 (wow, 7 years ago already?!) when I was studying in Sweden. She later moved to Chicago for a while and we spent many Fridays having coffee and eating lots of Scandinavian-style sweets (chokladbollar, anyone?), good times.
The word glögg comes from the old Swedish word of 'glödga' that translates to heat. In the middle of the/late nineteenth century (1890's) glögg became a Swedish Christmas tradition. Many wine sellers had their own special recipes, which they would bottle and sell with labels, often with a "tomte" motif.
Today Swedes drink about 5 million liters of glögg every Christmas! We usually start drinking it on the first of advent, which just so happened to occur on my birthday this year - Nov. 28th!
These days you can drink more modern flavors of glögg , like licorice, lingonberry or apple. At the Systembolaget there are new flavors to try every year!
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Gently heat a bottle of red wine (preferably a Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz, or Pinotage) to 55-60 degrees °C on the stovetop. At 78°C the alcohol will start to evaporate so make sure it doesn't come to a boil unless you want non-alcoholic Glögg.
Add this spices:
1 piece dried orange peel (or fresh)
1 or 2 cinnamon sticks
4 cloves
1/2 teaspoon cardamom
1 ml spoon of ginger
1 ml spoon of nutmeg.
Then add . 5 dl of sugar along with 1-2 dl port or cognac (if you want it strong). When it reaches 55 C it's ready to drink. Serve with raisins and chopped almonds!
Thank you so much, Lina!!


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Learn how to effectively prepare for a Microsoft certification exam.
From an employee's perspective, Hannah Gavisk will share her experience and present study strategies for passing a Microsoft exam on the first try, as well as review the possible exams & certification tracks for the MCSD certification.
From an employer's perspective, Hannah will also discuss some of the benefits they receive at Gravitate Solutions for having multiple Microsoft Certification Professionals on staff, specifically the significant savings in Microsoft licensing costs.
The meeting begins at 6:00 with time for networking and announcements, with the presentation beginning at 6:30. At the end of the presentation we'll raffle off some great swag from our sponsors.


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Via Dave Lutz at JonesTrading, here's a quick guide to what traders are talking about on Monday monring:
Good Morning! Equities continue hovering around 2016 highs, with the S&P looking to add 30bp early. This follows a strong session in Europe, which sees the DAX up 1% in a very broad based rally, with Staples, Industrials and Tech leading to the upside. Euro banks are showing a small bounce, a fist in a week, but the FTSE is underperforming slightly, gaining only 70bp as the miners come under some pressure. Overall volumes are on the lighter side, with most exchanges trading 10-20% below trend. Overall a quiet session in Asia with China and Hong Kong closed for holiday - Nikkei couldn't hold a bid following Friday's 3.5% smackdown, loosing 25bp led by the autos, while Aussie lost small ahead of their Central Bank Decision (No change expected) as energy stocks were hit. Most of EM Asia continued last week's rally.
The US 10YY is up small, after testing 1.75% in the overnight as German Bund yields a hit 5-week low and that "Policy Sensitive" US2YY remains near 1M lows. The DXY is bouncing from 5M lows, making gains against Euro as Industrial prices in the eurozone fell more than expected in February and sterling/dollar implied volatility is holding near six-year highs on "Brexit" concerns. The Yen is finally breaking down a bit as well after testing 111.30 several times. With the stronger $, we have a headwind for commodities - Metals are mostly red, with Gold off 40bp and Copper resting near 1M lows. We do have a slight rebound in Energy, with Brent bouncing small from Friday's Saudi headers, which smacked it for 4%+, but Natty gas is popping 2% and getting back upside $2. Softs are mixed early.
We kick off the week with FedSpeak - Fed's Rosengren Speaks at Cybersecurity Conference at 9:30, followed by ISM New York at 9:45. At 10am, we get Factory Orders and Durable Goods Orders. Keep an eye on the big banks today, as Fed's Kashkari Holds Town Hall on Too Big to Fail at 7pm tonight. Down in Washington, The House is out of session until next week, and at 11:10 President Obama holds bilateral meeting with NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg. Tonight brings the Aussie Central Bank Decision, and later this week, we get Multiple Fed Speakers, including Yellen with Greenspan, Bernanke and Volcker - along with FOMC and ECB Minutes.