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dam Reed, is currently President of Los Angeles based production company, Thinkfactory Media and has created and produced over 500 hours of television including such shows as Gene Simmons Family Jewels, Dead of Winter: The Donner Party, Married by Mom & Dad, Preachers' Daughters and the Marriage Boot Camp: Reality Stars and R&B Divas franchises.
He has always enjoyed writing and creating content that people of all ages can consume and enjoy. Before his daughter was born in 2015, he had a dream and in it heard a voice tell him "write children's books." The next morning he woke up and wrote his first book BEE IN THE SEA, which was published in mid 2015. BEE IN THE SEA has already received national attention by being awarded three first place Royal Dragonfly Awards, including Best New Author. He then went on to win first place in the Purple Dragonfly Awards for general excellence in children's literature, and was recognized as a finalist in the 2016 Next Generation Indie Book Awards. He is currently finishing his next two books.
Reed is also an established commercial director, having been shortlisted at Cannes, and directing the largest campaign in the history of the Partnership for a Drug-Free America, garnering both national and international acclaim which became one of the most successful commercial campaigns ever created. Reed lives in Playa Del Rey with his wife and young daughter, which is who his first book is dedicated to.
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They warned us to bring another bag for all of the amazing swag we would be taking home, but they should have said three! My two cents about these products/sponsors.... Now that we are home, I plan to cuddle in bed with my little ones tonight and read our Bea in the Sea book. It's adorable and will surely remind us of our adventures in Jamaica!...(read more).
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text: CQC moved one step closer to the first ever financing of a large scale clean stoves program through forward sale of ADALYs. Working with the World Bank and the Government of Laos, CQC has been able to demonstrate that continued use of super clean "gasifier" stoves reduce air pollution and related morbidity and mortality cost-effectively in remote, rural, poor households in lowlands Laos. The lead researchers in the CQC designed initiative were UC Berkeley, supervised by Professor Kirk Smith, the global leader in households air pollution and health, and the ECB spin-off private consulting firm, Berkeley Air. Local NGO Laos Institute for Renewable Energy (LIRE), and the Dutch NGO, SNV played key roles in the supporting fieldwork and stove testing. Mette Rohr Boatman, of Geo-Sys consultants coordinated field work for the World Bank and undertook consumer acceptance assessments. The stove used is manufactured by Africa Clean Energy. The ACE stove reduced household air pollution by 75% and personal exposures of cooks by 45%. CQC's economic analysis of a large scale project intervention show a plausible basis on which large scale distribution of stoves of this design offers a cost-effective means of improving health performance for families using wood fuels for cooking. The World Bank is reviewing requests from the Government to undertake the feasibility study for a full-scale super clean project funded by the private sector. CQC will continue to support the World Bank in the design of a clean stoves, clean air and health project.

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text: Another Year for Thee This year has sped by at amazing speed. Time certainly flies--more so as I get older (and the more I fly!). Early October already marks the introduction of Christmas decorations in malls and shopping outlets, yet most of the world hurries on forgetting that "Jesus is the reason for the season." How is it with you and me? As busy health workers, we are totally occupied and engrossed, as we daily encounter the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of people. We are so deeply engaged that we ourselves become physically and emotionally exhausted, and even spiritually jaded. Jesus foresaw this scenario; this is why He invited the disciples to "come ye yourselves apart and rest awhile." We should strive to do this daily as we rest from our works and are immersed in His righteousness and healing. My prayer is that you will make such an opportunity daily, and over this festive season. Read more about Another Year for Thee


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I'm supposed to be getting some exercise without over doing it.
This evidently doesn't mean sitting up suddenly when the crew on Criminal Minds moves in to make the arrest.
It also doesn't mean doing my old 5 mile hike through the neighborhood at a brisk pace.
It does seem to mean a gentle walk somewhere interesting with lots of benches.
Lots of benches.
Now is the time to challenge me to a race.
Here's my new gym and day spa, The Yellow Green Farmer's Market, a fabulous selection of locally grown/baked/pickled/raised/dried/sewn/strung/brewed products.
And benches.
Just in case you have trouble with navigation...
...there are a few directional clues...
...that may aid you in finding the building...
...which is small and discreet.
I feel a little like a Fischer Price playset piece right now.
We skipped on the honey and homemade jams for this trip, but it wasn't easy.
They had coconuts in this stall larger than your head. I was a little frightened, vowed to remember them for next Halloween, and then started concocting something both tropical and macabre.
Straight up veggies and fruits? It's always season here.
The idea of consuming locally grown and raised products has become increasingly popular and affordable.
Random signage.
Speaking of locally produced, how's this for a menu?
Tempting if you have a dog...
...and if you aren't a pooch parent, they can help you with that too..
I LOVE olives, so this little tasting stand was my first rest stop.
Bench near free olives=bad idea.
They had a few varieties to choose from.
Okay, more than a few.
At $2 a container, I see Tapas in my future.
My mother was along for the ride and nearly wiped out the citrus tree inventory.
You have no idea how many trees will hang from a wheelchair until you've tried it.
Nab some fresh flowers for the table while you're at it, and get into an agree-to-disagreement on orchid care with the cashier.
Don't tell me how much light my terras need &^%$#@.
I love metal sculptures in bright Caribbean colors, so we may have to sneak back over here.
I tried to wedge into this shop, but the pole on the grocery cart wouldn't let me. After spotting the olive oil selection, that's probably divine intervention at work.
Bertha, I bow to your superior spoutage.
Locally grown and cooked pickles? Just hand over the garlic dills and no one gets hurt.
Gee, Mom bought an awful lot of corn...
she's 71 people, not dead.
A guy has celery sticking out of one ear, lettuce out of the other, and a zucchini up his nose.
He goes to the doctor and asks him what's wrong.
The doctor tells him, "Well, for one thing, you're not eating right."


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An appraisal is a legal document prepared by a qualified, designated appraiser estimating the value of real property. Typically an appraisal will estimate the current Market Value of real property. Objective and dependable valuations are critical to the decision-making processes of individuals, lenders, lawyers, businesses, and governments. Appraisals can range from form documents for residential properties to extensive narrative reports for commercial properties. The Metrix Realty Group team comprises designated real estate appraisal professionals who play a direct and vital role in the real estate sector.
Why do I need an Appraisal?
There are many reasons to get an appraisal. An appraisal is the foundation upon which informed decisions about real estate are made. Clients typically seek out a professional appraiser for an opinion on:
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• Additional services include feasibility analysis and other consulting services such as market rental studies, highest and best use analysis, or appraisal review
Who should order an Appraisal?
For home appraisals, lenders typically order the appraisal internally to an appraisal management company. However, they will often accept an appraisal by the borrower. Should you decide to obtain your own appraisal, check with your bank or broker to ensure the appraiser is on the lender's approved list and the appropriate procedures are followed. For commercial properties, your lender will often provide you with a list from the Bank's approved appraiser list. Appraisals completed by firms not on a banks' approved list may not be accepted. Please consult with your lender.
What qualifications do appraisers need?
Real estate appraisers in Canada are designated through the Appraisal Institute of Canada (AIC), and are trained to provide objective, knowledgable, independent valuation estimates. Each member of our team is an accredited member, or candidate member of the AIC, the largest nationally recognized appraisal organization.
The AIC is the leading real property valuation association with over 5,000 members across Canada and around the world. Established in 1938, the AIC works collaboratively with its 10 provincial affiliated associations to grant the distinguished Accredited Appraiser Canadian Institute (AACI™) and Canadian Residential Appraiser (CRA™) designations. The AIC is a self-regulating organization that is guided by a Code of Conduct and Canadian Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (CUSPAP) to ensure that our members:
• Maintain the highest level of integrity and professionalism;
• Engage in conduct that will instill confidence and protect the public interest;
• Provide quality services within their areas of competence; and,
• Commit themselves to principles that reflect high standards of professionalism.
The AACI designation is the full accredited membership in the AIC permitting the designated member to appraise all types of real estate. The CRA designation permits designated members to appraise individual residential dwellings containing not more than four, self-contained family housing units.
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What is the difference between a Realtor's valuation and an Appraiser's?
Appraiser's provide objective opinions of value, and are regulated through the Appraisal Institute of Canada's Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (CUSPAP)
Realtor valuations are not typically recognized by Canada's lending institutions, and are an opinion of value estimated generally for the purpose of establishing an appropriate listing price to market your property. Listing prices and market values can often differ.
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After having the mandatory swap-meet breakfast (bacon and egg sandwich...mmmm), we decided to head off to the Brighton High Boot Sale. We came away witha few treasures, so all in all, it was worth getting up so early. Here is what we scored....
Picnic Basket- $5
1950's Decanter- $2
Bar Set- $2
And my favourite find of the day......
1950's atomic lamp $8!!
It needs a bit of work- the fibre glass shade needs to be screwed back on, (thats why it looks a little lop-sided) and I might have it re-wired, just to make sure it's safe.
I also got a gorgeous 50s/60s umbrella with a bamboo handle (I love bamboo), and Sam scored a great hand tooled leather wallet, both $5.
So, did anyone else score some weeked bargains?
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Feeling a little bored with your fitness routine?
We all get one-track-minded sometimes when it comes to choosing workouts, which ultimately leads us to plateaus and boredom. How do we add variety to our fitness? Here are a few different exercise options that can really add great depth and variety to your fitness routine!
Climbing activities have great benefit for us. Not only is it a great strength exercise, but climbing is also all about ENDURANCE while developing BALANCE, CO-ORDINATION and CORE STABILITY. Add a day or two of climbing to your routine and it will add an awesome dynamic aspect to your training.
That's right folks, I said DRUMMING. Being a drummer myself, I find many positive exercise benefits that transfer over from DRUMMING into modern fitness. DRUMMING is also about a combination of STRENGTH and ENDURANCE, while promoting increased neurological development with PATTERNS, SEQUENCING, and TIMING. DRUMMING has also been noted as a top DE-STRESSING activity, promoting RELAXATION and a HEALTHY IMMUNE SYSTEM by Dr. Barry Bittman.
Like other martial arts, BOXING provides a fast paced CARDIO and STRENGTH building activity into one package. BOXING builds TIMING, SPEED, and POWER and provides an awesome outlet to RELIEVE STRESS. BOXING promotes a great deal of CORE ACTIVITY as well AGILITY and also improves EYE-HAND CO-ORDINATION. BOXING will make you SWEAT! It is still one of the top FAT-BURNING exercises out there!
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Different combinations in boxing
Give these fitness activities a try, and see how it adds variety to your workout routine!
Eric Zimmerman is a Your House Fitness personal trainer based in Toronto, ON. To view his profile click on his name.


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Data management and analytics
DHIS 2 lets you manage aggregate data with a flexible data model which has been field-tested for more than 15 years. Everything can be configured through the user interface: You can set up data elements data entry forms, validation rules, indicators and reports in order to create a fully-fledged system for data management. DHIS 2 has advanced features for data visualization, like GIS, charts, pivot tables and dashboards which lets you explore and bring meaning to your data.
Individual data records
DHIS 2 enables you to collect, manage and analyse transactional, case-based data records. It lets you store information about individuals and track these persons over time using a flexible set of identifiers. As an example, you can use DHIS 2 to collect and share essential clinical health data records across multiple health facilities. Individuals can be enrolled for longitudinal programs with several stages. You can configure SMS reminders, track missed appointments, generate visit schedules and much more.
You can expand the reach of DHIS 2 through a wide range of mobile solutions. DHIS 2 lets you register cases, events and personal information, track individuals, conduct surveys and capture aggregate data, all through a mobile phone. DHIS 2 provides a range of mobile solutions based on SMS, plain HTML and Java for feature phones, and a high-end Web-based solution with offline support for smartphones.
Dynamic visualization
DHIS 2 lets you explore and understand your data through great visualization features. Get the complete overview through the pivot table feature, spot trends in your data with charting and visualize your geographical data aspects using the GIS functionality.
DHIS2 analytics is so easy to use that anyone can take advantage of it. The system is based on simple and intuitive principles and enables you to create analysis from live data in seconds. DHIS2 is completely web-based, making it simple to share your analysis with colleagues.
All your data in one place
DHIS 2 gives you great dashboards which easily lets you place all of your data in a single view. Search and drag charts, maps and pivot tables into your dashboard. Create any number of dashboards and easily switch between them. Include your personal messages and alerts directly. Click on any dashboard item to drill down and explore it further.
On premise or in the cloud
DHIS 2 is open source software and can be installed at your servers and used for free. The installation process is documented here. You can also go for a professionally managed DHIS 2 instance in the cloud. A managed DHIS 2 instance takes care of the backup, security, monitoring and high-speed connectivity aspects of the deployment and allows you to focus on the information system itself.
Open source
DHIS 2 is free and open source software released under the liberal BSD license. It is developed in Java and runs on any platform with a JRE 8 installed. DHIS 2 is web-based and follows HTML 5 standards. You can download the WAR file and drop it into a Web container like Tomcat. Or download the Live package and simply click the executable file.
The DHIS 2 user interface comes fully translated into 8 languages. In addition DHIS 2 lets you translate your database content into as many languages as you like. Each user can easily switch between languages on the fly. If you need to translate the user interface into a new language that's easy, too.
Highly scalable
With DHIS 2 you can have thousands of concurrent users and hundreds of millions of data records using only a single, standard web-server. It lets you analyse and explore your data and get answers within tenths of a second. DHIS 2 is being used as national health information systems in a large number of countries and has thousands of days in production leading up to a high-performing and mature system.
DHIS 2 comes with great capabilities for system interoperability and features its own format for meta-data and data exchange called DXF 2 as well as the ADX standard. Most parts of the system can be accessed through the extensive REST-based Web API, making interoperability with third-party clients like Android apps, Web portals and other information systems easy. You can even set up scheduled integration jobs in order to periodically synchronize with or import data from other sources.


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I've always loved watching Ray Mears. The way he would sleep out in improvised shelters, light fires with nothing but sticks and whittle spoons to eat his wild food with his trusty machete ("all he needs in the bush"). His programmes inspired me to experiment with outdoor cookery.
I find the idea of cooking on a real fire or in a hole in the ground really exciting for some reason. I think its to do with wanting to pare back your life to the simplest elements. Its lovely having electricity, clean running water and all our other modern comforts, but sometimes I want to just light a fire and cook some meat without worrying about all the other stuff. The smells of fat burning on the coals and real wood smoke while you look up at a clear starry night are unbeatable. It may sound overly romantic but if you haven't gone out to a field and cooked on a fire for a while, you should do it and then you'll feel the same.
There is one clip in particular that I love where Ray Mears cooks a whole leg of venison in a fire pit in the ground. All he needs to cook is the residual heat of a fire that has burnt down for a few hours. Its that simple! Here is the clip. Look out for what he says when he sticks his head into the pit as he's digging it up. Classic!
So now my turn. I thought it would be interesting (and also easier) to use a chicken brick to cook underground. That way the meat is sealed safely inside. Chicken bricks are really useful anyway as the clay doesn't conduct heat well and therefore is great at keeping the heat in once its there, and also trapping in the all important moisture. But, you can just wrap meat in foil or some sturdy, non-toxic leaves if you can find some. (Ray always seems to find some banana leaves but I never can for some reason).
The method is beautifully simple. The hardest part is probably finding a place to build a fire and dig a hole in the ground. I went out to the woods with some friends and found a spot. Just make sure to be careful not to light a fire under any trees, and make sure it is fully out and everything is back to how it was before you leave.
All you have to do is dig a hole big enough to fit your chicken brick or meat parcel. Then build a big fire in it and get it really hot and burn it for a couple of hours. At this point there should be plenty of white hot charcoal at the bottom of the pit. Take out some of the charcoal (careful its hot) with some sticks and put it to the side but leave a layer on the bottom so the meat gets heat from all sides. Then place the stuff you want to cook in the pit and put the charcoal you removed back on top.
Cover it over, as Ray did, with sticks and earth and moss, or anything that you have that will keep the heat in but not burn and that's it. Wait for a few hours, have a few beers, and then dig it up!
The beauty of cooking in this way is the simplicity. Not only in the cooking method, but in the flavouring as well. I don't like to add too much when cooking this way as the smoke and the fire will give the food a great natural flavouring, just a bit of seasoning is great.
The finished chicken was probably the juiciest I've ever had and it was falling apart beautifully. I think that was due to the chicken brick keeping all the moisture in while it was cooking for a long time. This is not easy to achieve so I was really happy with it. If you wanted to crisp up the skin, you could finish the chicken off over some really hot coals, that would also add to the smokey flavour. I didn't get a chance though as we devoured it within minutes.


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21 May 2009
It is hard to believe that they're still getting away with this. Their reason? You can download naughty books on it, like the Kama Sutra. Nobody tell Apple that you can view the same book in Safari for free on Project Gutenberg, or show them the weird porn you can find on Google, because they'll […]


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Wherever you plan to spend your holiday on the South Coast, there are bound to be plenty of attractions available to keep you entertained. Stay in Hastings to enjoy trips to the castle ruins which overlook the sea or take the family to the Blue Reef Aquarium in Hastings Old Town. The ferris wheel on Brighton seafront is a great new addition to the town's attractions or head a bit further down the coast to visit the Marine Park Gardens in Bognor, the Pavilion Theatre in Worthing or to view the beautiful scenery from Beachy Head near Eastbourne.
Why not view the scenery from the air too with pleasure flights available from Shoreham by Sea? Kent is home to a great choice of attractions including Deal Maritime Museum, the Folkestone Harbour Festival which is held each July and great boat trips are available from Hythe Pier. A trip to the White Cliffs of Dover is also a great day out. If you are visiting Portsmouth, The Spinnaker Tower is a must see or while you are in the area, take a trip to the new SeaCity Museum in Southampton. You can also take the short ride across the water to the Isle of Wight to visit Osborne House in Cowes. Designed by Queen Victoria's Consort, Prince Albert, it is where the Queen passed away in 1901.
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Speaking of Book Covers...
In my previous blog "This Writer's Journey -- The Editing Stage", I meant to mention a very good friend of mine, but as I was running out of time writing that blog it slipped my mind. So I'm writing this blog to introduce you to Mandy Erskine -- photographer.
Mandy is a professional photographer, located on the Central Coast of New South Wales, Australia. You will find many of her images here: "Mandy Erskine on Arcangel." Some of which have already been used for book covers, including one with my youngest son, Matt, in it. You can also find, and follow, Mandy on her Facebook photography page.
I'm sure Mandy would be open to capturing, and/or editing her images, to suit what you need for your book covers. She went out of her way to photograph an image I had hoped to use for the cover of The Path Chosen. Unfortunately, it wasn't the image the publishers went with, but Mandy went above and beyond the call of duty, as it were, to get the image I wanted. Not only did she purchase the gloves, the phone case, and the material for the dress, she made the makeshift dress just for the shoot. (I'm hoping and praying she'll be able to sell the image to someone. And I marked it because it is an image that belongs to Mandy.)
Along with being a great photographer, Mandy is one of the best friends I've ever had She read the first version of The Path Chosen for me, and if it wasn't for her encouragement, I very much doubt I would have pushed to find a publisher. Mandy is a lovely woman, and I am so grateful to have her in my life. She inspires me in many ways! So, if you're looking for a book cover, or a great photographer, do yourself a favour, and contact Mandy. <3
Ooh, by the way... speaking of Mandy taking my son's photo. This coming Sunday (February 28, 2016), Mandy will be doing a photo shoot with my youngest son, Matt, and his gorgeous girlfriend, Sophia. So be sure to follow Mandy so you can see those images!
And speaking of great photographers:
* Danka Dear proof read the final version of The Path Chosen for me -- and, I'm thrilled to say (and will post in a blog under 'TPC Updates'), she cried over it. Uh, I mean to say she loved it. ;) (And I'm happy it made her cry in parts. :P ) Follow Danka on her Facebook Photography page.
* J L Dunbar actually inspired The Path Chosen. He said something like 'what about a train and time travel?' and I said, 'Leave that thought with me'... and before we knew it The Path Chosen was born. So, if it wasn't for John, we wouldn't be here today. :) Follow John on his Facebook photography page.
Thanks for being here, Friends. I hope you will check out, and follow, these guys. They're great people -- and very good friends of mine. :)
God bless. And I'll talk to you soon. :) xxx
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British singer and actress Jane Birkin has requested that her name be dropped from being used in association with the luxury brand Hermès' most iconic handbags, the "Birkin," following a report, which unveiled animal mistreatment in the production process of the bag.
What happened?
A report by the animal rights organisation, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) investigated the farming methods of crocodiles and alligators used to make the Birkin bag, and recently released a disclosure into the cruel treatment of crocodiles, wherein alleged employees of a crocodile farm in Texas were filmed slaughtering crocodiles using horrific means, and were documented stating that the farm supplied the brand Hermès.
The French fashion house Hermès has denied that the farm portrayed in the video are linked to the brand, and assured that "an investigation is under way at the Texas farm which was implicated in the video. Any breach of rules will be rectified and sanctioned," said the fashion house. Going on to state, "Hermès imposes on its partners the highest standards in the ethical treatment of crocodiles. For more than 10 years, we have organised monthly visits to our suppliers."
The bag was named after Jane Birkin following an unintended meeting on an aeroplane in 1981 between Ms Birkin and Jean-Louis Dumas, Hermès' then-chief executive. Three years later the Birkin bag was created in her honour. Ms Birkin, released a statement saying: " Having been alerted to the cruel practices reserved for crocodiles during their slaughter to make Hermès handbags carrying my name, I have asked Hermès to debaptise the Birkin Croco until better practices in line with international norms can be put in place."
According to Women's Wear Daily, the label, has made it clear that its relationship with the British actress remains the same. "Her comments do not in any way influence the friendship and confidence that we have shared for many years. Hermès respects and shares her emotions and was also shocked by the images recently broadcast."
The law
Despite Jane Birkin asking the brand Hermès to stop using her name, a sticking point is whether the actress has the right to do so? An issue here is that the right to the use of the name "Birkin" is trademarked for leather goods and those rights actually belong to the brand Hermès whom trademarked the name in 1997. With legal rights registered globally, the Hermès Birkin bag has been described as one of the most famous handbags in the world. Last month at a Christie's auction in Hong Kong, a Birkin handbag was sold for HK$1.7m (US$222,000), making it the most expensive Birkin ever sold. From FL&B perspective it looks like Ms Birkin may have no (legal) rights to stop the brand using her name.
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Rosemarie Garland-Thomson, Professor of Women's Studies at Emory University, presents a lecture titled "Building a World With Disability" on Wednesday, November 14, at 7 p.m. in Pfahler auditorium. The event is free and open to the public. Garland-Thomson is the author of Staring: How We Look and co-editor of a 2010 volume of essays, Re-Presenting Disability: Activism and Agency in the Museum. The event is co-sponsored by the Greater Philadelphia Consortium of Women's Studies and the Berman Museum.
The lecture runs in conjunction with "Access-Ability," an exhibition at Berman Museum that implements best practices for providing arts access to a range of differently-abled visitors. The number of area residents who experience some form of disability – dementia, visual impairments, learning disabilities, traumatic brain injury, and others – is growing. The Berman now joins other museums throughout the United States which serve such diverse and significant constituencies. Additionally, the Berman has joined the museum network of the organization ARTZ: Artists for Alzheimer's, the first museum in Pennsylvania to do so. This affiliation will make available an in-house accessibility and arts-based support program designed specifically for visitors with dementia.
The Greater Philadelphia Women's Studies Consortium, of which Ursinus College is a member, is co-sponsoring this fall a regional series of special events focused on disability and the arts, with Garland-Thomson as its resident scholar.
Her fields of study are feminist theory, American literature, and disability studies. Her work develops the field of disability studies in the humanities and women's and gender studies and seeks to bring an understanding of disability issues and identities to communities within and outside of the academy.
She is also the author of Extraordinary Bodies: Figuring Physical Disability in American Literature and Culture; co-editor of Re-Presenting Disability: Museums and the Politics of Display and Disability Studies: Enabling the Humanities; and editor of Freakery: Cultural Spectacles of the Extraordinary Body. Her current book project, Habitable Worlds: Eugenic Space and Inclusive Space, places materialist analysis of the built environment in conversation with eugenic practices and thought.


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Several days ago, I took to the skies again for one of my bucket list items. Not to some far off land or country, but instead I took to the skies in a hot air balloon! I teamed up with Field Trip for a hot air balloon ride across Miami and South Florida. Talk about major bucket list experience!
Hot Air Ballooning is A LOT more complicated than I ever thought it would be. Of course, I had never really thought about all the considerations and concerns that it entails. We had tried to schedule the hot air balloon experience a number of times, but thanks to South Florida's unpredictable weather (and a crazy El Nino this year), it took us a while to find a day to get off the ground safely. It was well worth the wait though! This is something you need to take into consideration when booking the experience, the weather is unpredictable, and the crew won't fly if the weather isn't favorable.
I left The Traveling Ninja's house at around 4 AM in order to make it down to a random parking lot of Winn Dixie somewhere in Homestead, Miami. Needless to say I was tired, but very excited. I met up with the crew and was introduced to the Hulk - the hot air balloon transporting machine who was to carry around Betty, our hot air balloon.
Getting ready for the Hot Air Balloon Ride
Setting up for a hot air balloon is pretty complicated. Hot Air Balloons have no steering wheel... They kind of just go with the wind. So that wind has to be right! A much more complicated and intricate ordeal. We drove over to our first location in vans and then set off a Chinese lantern, as the sun wasn't up yet. The wind was going in the wrong direction, so we packed up and set off for another location.
The next location was ok, up until we found FIRE ANTS! - which I'm pretty allergic to and carry an Epi pen around for. By this time, the sun was coming up and starting to heat up the fog that had set in in the early morning. We were going to miss the actual sunrise, but this is the deal when you're dealing with the elements and a hot air balloon. We trudged over to the next location, a short walk to the opposite side of the field, me carefully watching my foot placement.
Our new location was deemed perfect by the crew. This was our final spot, so up went the balloon. It takes a while for this to get set up, with the crew having a fine-tuned plan and technique. Some of our party assisted, and the rest of us took pictures and waited excitedly.
How to Prepare for your First Hot Air Balloon ride:
- wear comfortable and breathable clothing as it's really hot in the basket (especially in South Florida)
- bring a hat to help keep the heat off your head
- keep in mind flights are a no-go in bad weather. The slightest of wind or rain can delay or cancel a trip completely. It's a tricky business
- wear sneakers or comfortable shoes as you have to climb into the basket and stand for the duration of the flight
- take a camera, but make sure it's strapped to you somehow - you don't want to drop it!
Hot Air Balloon Lift off!
After waiting for set up, you don't have much time to think before jumping into the balloon. The crew asked another passenger and I to help tilt the basket with our body weight - though I'm not sure how much we helped! Once we had climbed in, the rest of the passengers boarded. While the crew were making their final adjustments, one of the crew members took photos with our cameras of us. I was sharing the basket with a couple celebrating their second year anniversary, along with the presenter and filmer from Miami TV and the gang from Field Trip. I got a whole section to myself which was pretty cool, so there was plenty of room for me to take photos and move about. Before I could really process what was happening we were starting to drift off the ground and into the air. What a surreal experience. You would think it's some what of a choppy, bumpy ride into the heavens, but it's the smoothest process ever. You just glide up and away into the air!
In the Sky in a Hot Air Balloon
I couldn't help but feel like the Wizard of Oz! Hot Air Ballooning is one of those surreal, magical moments. You're expecting this completely choppy, scary, bumpy ride, and it is completely the opposite. It is one of the most peaceful things I've experienced. The world lies below you, the sun is warming your face (the hot air the top of your head too), and you're gliding peacefully across the sky. We didn't go up very high as a result of the winds picking up, but we floated across Miami's greater Homestead and Redland area. It is hard to describe the feeling of being in a hot air balloon. It is as if you're completely weightless. It is completely peaceful and perfect.
Landing Time
All the while we were traveling in the hot air balloon, the crew was below us following us. Communicating with each other, our pilot picked out a flat and what we thought was an unplanted field, to make our landing. The crew did prepare us and explain that the landings can be a bit bumpy. Our's was perfectly peaceful. We didn't even hit the ground with a bump, we kind of scraped along the floor, with our bodies tucked in the basket, crouching on our knees. Our landing spot however was not an unplanted field! It had just been planted with squash. The land owner and farmer came over, and he was really nice. We shared a beer with him and he took a photo of the balloon with all its equipment too.
Hot Air Balloon Experience Success
After we got out and the balloon was packed up, we headed over to a recreation area, where we had a picnic. We toasted with champagne, and our crew recited this beautiful air balloonist prayer:
The winds have welcomed you with softness
The sun has blessed you with it's warm rays
You have flown so high and so well
That God has joined you in laughter
And set you gently back again
Into the loving arms of Mother Earth
A perfect send off!
This was definitely one of the most peaceful and surreal moments of my adventures so far! It is an incredible experience, and if you ever get the chance, you need to do it! I wish we could do it all over again!
I am grateful to Field-Trip Lifestyle for inviting me to be a part of their #WhenInMiami series.
Have you ever flown in a hot air balloon before? What is on your bucket list? Tell me in the comment section below :)


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About SEES
SEES is an Interior Architecture studio celebrating elegant, simple, comfortable and durable designs. Our refined palette of modern materials and natural textures create interiors, which seek to celebrate the experience of space and life within it.
The word "SEES" is derived from the native language of a small country far up North, called Estonia, and translates to inside. Estonians appreciate their homes, as it is where we spend most of our time due to long, cold, snowy winters. Home should be a retreat from the hustle and bustle of 21st-century modern life, where you can relax and feel safe.
That`s exactly what SEES aims for.
By understanding our client's aspirations, our aim is to bring warmth and functionality to the living environment.
Colour consultation We work with each room to produce a colour scheme that is consistent and harmonious.
Furnishing We source unique statement pieces from furniture to art in order to create the perfect space.
Space planning We can provide an improved layout for your home, that would increase the functionality and flow of a space.
Kitchen design A kitchen needs a well thought out design to accommodate all activities. SEES can help you to transform your kitchen into a charming and practical space.
Bathroom design The bathroom is unlike any other room in the house. Having a beautiful, functional and stylish bathroom can enhance your everyday life.
Tuuliki Širokova
Tuuliki is an architect from the tiny Nordic country of Estonia, periodically visiting Melbourne, Australia.
Studying architecture at the Estonian Academy of Arts and at the Aalto University in Finland, Tuuliki had the good fortune of working very closely with one of the most natural - and our favorite - materials; wood.
Tuuliki has worked in Stuttgart for Lederer Ragnarsdóttir Oei and for Swiss Porperty, specialising in high-end residential, retail and commercial designs. Returning to Estonia In 2014, Tuuliki started working as a freelance architect on renovations and extensions. From there SEES was born ...
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"I grew up in Silicon Valley in a culture that required one to perform and conform within a strict culture of perfection and success. My work aims to poke holes and relieve some of the pressure to acheive by creating a space where the strange and the illogical can coexist. I derive my aesthetic from the sanitized material culture of institutions, gyms, and gathering spaces, and the work lampoons the macho cultures bred within these bodily associations that speak to repressed fantasies and how we sublimate our desires. Harkening back to a high school gymnasium with hanging banners, gym mats, vague motivational signage, the work references an adolescent anxiety brought on by a fiercely competitive culture that weeds out the winners from the losers.
We live in a world that never lets us off the hook and often become blind to the absurdity of our own lives. Humor and weirdness are a way of coping with the mythology of perfection that requires us to take life so seriously. Reveling in awkwardness and performing vulnerability, my work embraces failure and offers itself as a space for connection and social interaction."


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Let $X$ be a contractible space. If $x_0 \in X$, it is not necessarily true that the pointed space $(X,x_0)$ is contractible (i.e., it is possible that any contracting homotopy will move $x_0$). An example is given in 1.4 of Spanier: the comb space. However, this space is contractible as a pointed space if the basepoint is in the bottom line.
Is there a contractible space which is not contractible as a pointed space for any choice of basepoint?
My guess is that this will have to be some kind of pathological space, because for CW complexes, we have the Whitehead theorem. (So I'm not completely sure that the Whitehead theorem is actually a statement about the pointed homotopy category, but hopefully I'm right.)


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If you consider yourself a bit of a handyman, there's a chance that you are likely always on the hunt for more and more projects to get involved with. Your friends and family might think that you're crazy, but if you've got a real passion and love for working with your hands, you know that there's simply no escaping this obsession. And, you know what, why should you? Working with your hands can be one of the most rewarding things out there, and being able to look at a finished project you've sunk a great deal of passion and love into can be a really wonderful feeling.
However, as fun as this can be, you might sometimes find yourself with a lack of projects to work on. It's a sad thing to think about, but there's more than likely going to come a time when you simply can't find anything else to work on. If you happen to find yourself in this situation, something we'd like to recommend is getting your hands on some old wood furniture to restore. Old and vintage wood furniture is some of the most beautiful furniture out there, and properly restoring one can result in a true work of art. As exciting as this might sound, if you've never restored a piece of old wood furniture before, you might not be exactly sure as to start this whole process. In order to help you with this, we've created a list of everything you need to know and keep in mind when starting a restoration process on any bit of old wood furniture.
Make Sure You're Equipped With the Proper Tools
As with any project that you take on, you need to make sure that you're properly equipped with all of the tools you're going to need for this restoration project. When restoring a piece of old wood furniture, some of the most vital tools are safety goggles, cloth gloves, a metal scraper, wooden brush, glue, and screws. There are other tools you'll need, but these are some of the most important and necessary ones.
Get Your Furniture Properly Prepared for the Restoration Process
Now that you've got the necessarily tools that you'll need for the restoration process, you might be raring to dive right into the restoration. However, before we get that far, we need to make sure that the item of furniture you're going to be restoring is prepared and ready to be safely restored. No matter if you're working with a table, chair, or something else, take it apart as much as you possibly can. This means unscrewing any screws, taking apart joints, etc. You don't want to destroy them, so make sure you are as gentle and careful as you possibly can be.
Time to Strip!
After your furniture is prepared and ready to be restored, you'll start off the process by stripping the furniture. This is done first by washing a random part of the furniture with a wash cloth of warm, soapy water. This will help you see what parts of the wood or paint will come off of the furniture, and once it's been completed, you'll then want to move on to actually stripping the wood. There are many different methods of stripping wood, so finding the one that works best for you will take a bit of guessing and testing.
Finishing the Furniture
Now that you've got your furniture properly stripped, you're ready to move on to the finishing process of the whole ordeal! When it comes down to finishing old wood furniture, you'll want to lighten dark areas with a liquid stripper that you put on a rag if the piece you're working on is streaky. If it isn't you're in the home stretch!
There are many different methods when it comes to finishing old wood furniture, but while some people like to stain it, we recommend against this when dealing with particularly old furniture. Old wooden furniture has a beauty unlike anything else out there, and diminishing that beauty with a simple stain is a pure sin in our book. You can certainly stain it if that happens to be your own personal preference, and this is an area where there isn't really one right or wrong way to go about it. Some folks will say that staining is the way to go, and others are against it. If you do decide to stain it, you'll want to make sure you use restraint so that your work doesn't look unnatural. The stain should be applied lightly, and then wiped down with an old rag after its sat on the furniture for a few minutes. Keep this process up and you'll be all set!


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Twenty-fifth Anniversary Gifts
25th Anniversary Symbols
- Traditional: Silver
- Modern: Silver
- Flower: Iris
- Gemstone: Silver/Tsavorite/Green Garnet
Great Deals on Twenty-fifth Anniversary Gifts
Celebrating Your Twenty-fifth Anniversary
A quarter of a century, when you say it that way it sounds like a significant amount of time and it is. You should celebrate the twenty-fifth anniversary even if you have skipped a few of the others. One of the most personal and special gifts you could give your partner or parents on a twenty-fifth anniversary is a time capsule stuffed with mementos from the twenty-five year relationship. Photos of course, marriage announcements or wedding programs, children's birth announcements, high school and college graduation programs are significant documents you might want to include, you could also order a newspaper from the date the couple met, or a silver dollar from the year the couple began their relationship and other special reminders – programs and ticket stubs, awards and recognitions any reminder of the good times enjoyed together over the years. Another great idea that everyone can contribute to is a charm bracelet with charms representing significant events over the past twenty-five years. You, your children, extended family members and friends could all contribute a special charm for the bracelet…all made of silver or sterling silver of course.
Many couples chose to renew their vows to each other on their twenty-fifth anniversary. If you chose to have a formal ceremony to commemorate the renewal of your vows a video display or pictures or movies taken over the twenty-five years would be a fun addition to the celebration which the guests would enjoy and that you would have as a keepsake for years to come.
Silver Gift Suggestions
Silver has been prized as a precious metal for a long time. Silver has been used to make coins, jewelry, and silverware utensils. Today silver is also used for electrical contacts and conductors, photographic film solutions, mirrors, dentistry, disinfectants and occasionally for its antimicrobial properties in medical settings.
The twenty-fifth anniversary traditional and modern anniversary gift suggestions are both silver. Silver is certainly an appropriate choice for the twenty-fifth anniversary symbols as silver is recognized as a symbol of faith and purity.
Silver jewelry is the first twenty-fifth anniversary gift that comes to mind and there are lots of types of silver jewelry gifts to choose from. Jewelry by Anixi has a website that offers a large collection of handcrafted silver rings, bracelets, earrings, and pendants for men and women at www.jewelry-by-anixi.com/http://www.jewelry-by-anixi.com/http://www.jewelry-by-anixi.com/.
Andi Billow offers unique hand crocheted silver pieces as well as more traditional silver jewelry on her website www.billoware.com.
A silver picture frame with photo inserted is a thoughtful and beautiful twenty-fifth anniversary gift idea and "Picture this Framed" has a website with a large selection of silver frames at www.picturethisframed.com/silver.html. Or if you are thinking of a frame personally engraved check out the Silver Gallery website at www.silvergallery.com/sterlingframes/.
The Silver Gallery also offers a large selection of silver and sterling silver trays both traditional and modern. To see the selection of silver trays go to www.silvergallery.com/silvertrays/.
Edinburgh Silver Gifts has many silver dishes, bowls, candlesticks, salt and peppers, and napkin holders as well as silverware and silver frames and clocks to choose your twenty-fifth anniversary gift from. To see the options go to www.edinburghsilvergifts.co.uk/acatalog/Silver-Tableware.html. Speaking of silver clocks, check out the "Wall Clock Store" at www.thewallclockstore.com/silver_wall_clocks.html for a collection of unique wall clocks.
If a watch is your choice of a silver gift there are men's and women's, wrist and pocket watches on the "Silver Messages" website www.silvermessages.com/sterlingsilverjewelry/category/2-watches.html. There are also some very nice men's silver and diamond ear studs and silver business card and CD holders among other silver gift ideas on the "Silver Messages" site.
Iris Gift Suggestions
There are between 200-300 species of iris. Iris is Greek for rainbow referring to the variety of colors of the iris blooms. The iris is not only loved for its flowers but prized for the perfumes made from the plants' roots. A favorite of many artists the iris was a favorite of Van Gogh among others.
Iris are planted in the late summer to early fall and bloom in the early summer. Iris plants would make a great and lasting gift if your anniversary is in the late summer or early fall. You can find iris bulbs at your local nursery or purchase on line from White Flower Farms at www.whiteflowerfarm.com/iris-perennial-plants-fall.html.
Iris are also ideal flowers for cut flower arrangements so you can order an iris flower arrangement for your partner from www.ftd.com and be guaranteed that they will be pleased.
If you want to give a lasting silk iris arrangement you can find iris by the stem or in bouquets at Afloral's website www.afloral.com/Silk-Flowers-Artificial-Flowers-Fake-Flowers/Iris. The nice thing about a silk arrangement is it will last a long time reminding your partner everyday of your wonderful and lasting twenty-five year relationship.
Danny Burk has a website offering thousands of flower photos including some beautiful iris shots. You can order your iris photo twenty-fifth anniversary gift on line at www.dannyburk.com/.
There are some beautiful prints of Iris you can order on paper or canvas on the website www.iris-paintings.com/ if you want to give your partner something for the wall in your home or their office. Or you can get a reproduction of the Van Gogh Iris at www.getoilpaintings.com/buy-van-gogh-iris.html.
Tsavorite/Green Garnet Gift Suggestions
The green tsavorite from East Africa was discovered in 1967. It is a type of garnet and is sometimes called the green garnet. Its color and brilliance makes it a favorite of jewelers and jewelry lovers.
"AfricaGem" has three beautiful diamond and tsavorite rings you can see on www.africagems.com/garnet-rings.html. Or you can see a unique tsavorite fire opal and diamond ring and pendant on Ben Bridges website at www.benbridge.com/bb_store/catalog/Fire-opal–tsavorite-garnet-ring-14K-p-9690.html. "Only the Absolute Best" website offers a selection of tsavorite earrings on www.absolutebestjewelry.com/catalog.htm?category=15.
Celebration Ideas
The twenty-fifth anniversary should be celebrated with flair. A formal reaffirmation of your vows to each other or an informal gathering of friends and family the celebration should definitely focus on the good times of the last twenty-five years. I really like the idea of a time capsule or video presentation showcasing the mementos of the important events of the relationship.
2 Responses to "Twenty-fifth Anniversary Gifts"
# hannahon 09 Nov 2011 at 9:13 pm
My parent's 25th wedding anniversary is coming up, and this is the most helpful website i've come across by far. Thank you for all of the useful information and ideas!
# Ankitaon 07 Feb 2012 at 6:24 am
you can also make a scrap book…with all picz of d close onez..nd their wishes nd spcl momnts with d couple..m sure dey wud love it:)


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This Mondraker Dune RR, a 160mm frame with Fox Float CTD shock and matching Fox 34 CTD Kashima 160mm fork, with a SRAM X9 groupset, Formula RX 180mm forks and a Crank Brothers Kronolog dropper post, is reduced by 20%. It now costs £2,639.20.
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Tweeks are also selling this interesting Genesis Fortitude 29er rigid singlespeed bike, a perfect bike for winter mud plugging if ever there was one. It's now being offered with a 20% price reduction, making it £679.
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SF AIR CRASH A COVERUP of GOV'T. MURDER & CORRUPTION LINKED to LOCKERBIEPosted: July 8, 2013 Filed under: Good Counsel, Mysteries | Tags: Asiana Air crash, Federal Reserve, SEC Leave a comment
The San Francisco crash of an Asian Air Boeing 777 jetliner July 6 was a coverup of government murder and corruption linked to disasters as far back as Lockerbie. The intended victim, a 48-year-old Chinese national with a Ph.D in Economics, had been working with the SEC on the case against the Fedral Reserve for 5 years that would have provided sufficient evidence to end the Fed's criminal monopoly, and was to soon testify before that commission in San Francisco.
The wreckage was left on location beside the runway and trumpeted by the media for nearly a week as a warning to potential future witnesses of the fate that awaits bearers of truth.
ASTEROID IMPACT WARNING – E.L.E. – OFF CHILE JULY 24Posted: July 7, 2013 Filed under: Good Counsel, Mysteries 4 Comments
An asteroid, weighing 71,300 tons, will strike the Pacific Ocean 1,400 nautical miles WSW of Valparaiso, Chile causing an E.L.E. — extinction level event — on July 24, 2013 at 11:10 AM local Chilean time.
ASTEROID IMPACT WARNING – E.L.E. – OFF CHILE JULY 24Posted: July 7, 2013 Filed under: Good Counsel, Mysteries | Tags: asteroid Leave a comment
An asteroid, weighing 71,300 tons, will strike the Pacific Ocean 1,400 nautical miles WSW of Valparaiso, Chile causing an E.L.E. — extinction level event — on July 24, 2013 at 11:10 AM local Chilean time.
JULY 4 PUBLIC CELEBRATIONS ATTACKED ACROSS THE NATIONPosted: July 5, 2013 Filed under: Banksters, Good Counsel, Mysteries | Tags: 4th of July Leave a comment
Public celebrations in American municipalities large and small, from coast to coast, were interrupted Thursday by nuclear assault. The incidents were so widespread they could not be ignored by the slavish mainstream media, who named their usual "terrorism" suspects: al Qaeda, the fictional radical Islamists perennially at odds with Israel. Painting the right public enemy is a crucial part of the plan.
This is the reason a Black man occupies the Office of President — to further the goal of racial resentment leading to tighter control. The incidents today were all about control. Psy-ops is the nickname given them, for psychological operations. They are meant to instill mass public fear.
The media did their best to hush the telling of these dramas, portraying them as isolated and localized, and they covered the spectrum to make that possible. The plan in San Francisco was to break away from live TV coverage of a ML Baseball game nearby to show the mushroom cloud of nuclear destruction rise from the Golden Gate Bridge, which was badly
damaged. The main span and iconic
towers remain.
MYSTERY SOLVED: ARIZONA WILDFIRE ORIGIN WAS NUCLEAR BLAST RESIDUEPosted: July 3, 2013 Filed under: Good Counsel, Mysteries | Tags: Arizona wildfire, Barack Obama, David Rockefeller, Donald Rumsfeld, firefighters, Granite Mountain Hotshots, Henry Kissinger, nuclear attack, wildfire Leave a comment
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PRESCOTT, Ariz. — Cory Moser was battling the Yarnell fire when word came that the Granite Mountain Hotshots had been overrun by the flames. The Prescott Fire Department division chief sped to the scene, where he found a "moonscape" of bare ground, rocks cracked and chipped from the intense heat of the flames.
Moser, who wound up spending the night minding the bodies of close friends and co-workers, said the desolate scene is one clue that whatever killed the 19 elite members of his fire department may well turn out to have been an unexpected "black swan" event — a rare turn of the weather, conditions or luck that no one expected or could have prevented.
Read the stories of the 19 firefighters killed in an Arizona wildfire.
WORLD WAR III BREAKS OUT UNBEKNOWNST TO MAINSTREAM MEDIAPosted: July 2, 2013 Filed under: Good Counsel, Mysteries | Tags: war, World War III, WWIII Leave a comment
World War Three has broken out this week across a wide swath of the planet and is being completely ignored by Mainstream Media worldwide, but thanks to the infinite generosity of My Source I am privileged not to rely on them.
One must ask just what interests are being served by this behavior, that is bizarre at the very least but has more deeply cynical roots. What and who benefits by turning a blind eye to the biggest news flash of the century?
The geopolitical pressure cooker steaming with the turmoil of a fraudulent global financial system at last caught up in its own larceny erupted in recent days as the power elite's desperation reached fever pitch. War is the usual result.
War there was. Among the nations where full-blown military hostilities broke out — more than thirteen of them — were the U.S., Russia, China, North Korea, Turkey, Syria, Iran, Israel, Republic of Korea, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Uzbekistan, and Kyrgyzstan. Many of these armies consisted entirely of mercenaries including, as in the case of those fighting for the United States, regular armed forces of a foreign nation — The Republic of China.
They ranged across an area from East Asia to Western Europe, through the Middle East and Balkans, into South America with Chile, Colombia, Argentina, and Brazil, and Africa from Egypt, Libya and Tunisia, to Nigeria.
METEORITES TO STRIKE OSAKA, NAGOYA, JAPAN, JULY 6 & SOONERPosted: June 29, 2013 Filed under: Banksters, Good Counsel, Mysteries | Tags: divine revelation, end of days, End-Times, Japan, liquified natural gas, LNG, meteorites, Nagoya, natural disasters, Osaka Leave a comment
I have just received vital information regarding two astronomical events about to take place in Japan on the main island of Honshu. They involve meteorite strikes from relatively small objects, but the resulting damage will be extensive.
The first event will occur shortly, at 1:10 pm Monday, June 30, 2013 local Nagoya time. It will strike a LNG — Liquified Natural Gas — storage facility near Nagoya, 260 km west-southwest of Tokyo. The impact will produce massive blasts igniting the facility and much of the surrounding area causing extensive explosive and incendiary damage with a high toll in human fatalities, property and structural loss. It will effect a huge area of 8,000 square kilometers between Nagoya and Tokyo.
The second event, also the result of a meteorite impact on downtown Osaka, one of the world's busiest and most expensive cities, will strike at 1:35 pm Saturday, July 6, 2013.
Prepare, dear ones. The signs grow more insistent by the week.


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Have a great Independence Day, everyone! Lem Garcia Law will be closed all day tomorrow, July 4, 2014, to observe Independence Day. The office will be open again on Monday, July 7, at 8:30 am.
Here are a few tips on how to stay safe over the holiday weekend:
1. From the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA): an article on how to stay safe while handling pyrotechnics.
2. From ABC 15, Arizona: an article on how to keep your pets safe and sound during July 4th.
3. From wikiHow: an article on how to stay safe under the sun.
Hope you enjoy the long weekend! And remember to stay safe.


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You can get married anywhere - from the top of a mountain, your favorite museum, or your dad's backyard - but not every location is going to give you what you're looking for. Some of my favorite venues in Raleigh and Durham are at the top of my list for reasons that have nothing to do with the altar.
Choosing a wedding venue is most likely the biggest decision when planning a wedding - it'll make the biggest impact on your day, and will probably be one of the larger expenses eating-up your budget. One of the most important pieces of advice I've ever seen has been to break-down the cost of each option - what do they include, what vendors are you obligated to use with that venue and what do THEY cost, etc. For example, a lot of venues include catering, rentals, and sometimes even decor. If your venue does not include those needs, put together estimates for those specifics to understand the full cost of using the venue.
Assuming the venue falls within your budget, think about other logistics - what is the venue's capacity and how does that align with your guest list? Is the venue available on your wedding date, and if not, do you have any flexibility with that? Some venues offer availability (and discounts) on Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays. If you're looking for more options and open to getting creative with your wedding date, something you might ask about.
Some folks might have their heart set on a specific venue - something they've been dreaming about for years and years - but a lot of people get engaged and start from square one. You can get married anywhere - so why not make it epic. An open field in the country, in an airplane hangar, on top of a mountain, or in front of a waterfall? I have a saying their "I Do's" this summer on a swinging bridge. What about a ranch in the dessert, or on a rooftop helipad downtown? Many brides are looking for unique locations these days, meaning more and more non-traditional locations are open to becoming wedding venues.
Furthermore, your vendors will eat it up. The more unique the venue, the more tempting it is to be involved! And who doesn't want to be the ONLY bride to get married at _____ ?
Have a back-up plan
I once photographed a wedding at the top of a mountain in Virginia. The views were insane - everything you're picturing - and the couple had constructed an altar, with plans of standing in front of these epic views to say their vows. They planned for everything - they had transportation to drive all of their guests from a hotel up to the top of the mountain, had refreshments with them, etc. When we got to the top, we were in the middle of a misty cloud - almost no visibility, light rain, and freezing cold (in the middle of the summer). The wind was so loud guests could barely hear each other, let alone the bride and groom, and the visibility was so low we couldn't make it all the way up to where they'd hoped. They improvised and used the vans to block the wind while their guests watched the ceremony in windbreakers and blankets, and the cloud made it so white and serene they ended-up being some of my favorite photos. The point is, it turned-out almost nothing like they'd imagined.
If you're planning on an outdoor wedding (which I would love to be there for!), what is your plan B? Tents or an indoor location are fine, just make sure you have them.
Sometimes my favorite images are before any guests arrive and have nothing to do with vows or cake or dancing. When you tour a potential location, think about how the entire day will work there. Where will you get ready with your guys / girls, where will your fiance be? When you're playing on Pinterest and see these gorgeous images of brides getting into their gowns and guys relaxing over a few drinks with their friends, look at their surroundings. As you're walking around, picture yourself there that morning.
Where would you do your first look? What opportunities are there for photos of just the two of you? Look for cool textures and scenic backdrops, and if you're REALLY planning ahead, text your photographer some pictures while you're on-site. Ask them what they think, or ask them to come check it out with you before you commit. One of the things I love most about Haywood Hall in Raleigh is that it's pretty perfect for every phase of the day. The rooms upstairs have a dark and moody feel, which is perfect for a bridal party or groomsmen drinking whisky. The front porch is southern and white and makes a beautiful backdrop for a ceremony. The clear tent they have for receptions is stunning, and the entire venue is a short walk to the state Capitol building. It's a pretty great setting for downtown Raleigh.
Think about the lighting - if you can expect full-sun while you're saying your vows, will you be squinting during throughout the entire ceremony? You don't have to stay in the same place for the entire day, but think about your guests - is it easy to get from the ceremony to the reception? If you're going somewhere really remote, you might think about providing transportation to an easy-to-access location.
I've talked before about avoiding wedding "themes," because I think your wedding should be a really well-designed (and well photographed..) representation of you and your fiancee, not a "Winter Wonderland" or "Mardi Gras" themed party. However.... you will undoubtedly come-up with a mood or style you're going for, be that some kind of bohemian / natural feel (my favorite) or casual and relaxed, or black-tie and formal. Does this venue fit that?
If you're in a ballroom with black and white tiles, a casual and free-flowing style might be tough to pull-off. If you're planning on wearing a full ball-down and crystal-bedazzled Jimmy Choo stilettos, maybe standing in the sand on the beach isn't a great idea.
Look at the venue as a blank canvas - what does it need from you? I photographed a wedding this summer at Timberlake Earth Sanctuary, a beautiful and natural venue outside Durham, North Carolina. The ceremony took place in the woods, shaded by tall trees and in front of a wood altar. The guests sat on benches made of logs. It was one of the most serene and natural locations I've ever seen, and didn't need anything - they didn't need to drape the altar in flowers, the light was already nice and soft because of the trees. The venue spoke for itself, but some don't. Think about what you've got to work with as you tour a venue.
Lastly, think about the light. When you build your mood board or collect images that feel like you want your day to feel like, what does the light feel like? Is the couple standing in a dark church lit by candles? Are they surrounded by mountains in natural light? Both have some pretty epic precedents, but very different feelings and photographs.
Like I mentioned briefly above, my best piece of advice is to bring your photographer with you. This is self-serving, of course, but think about it : your photographer is probably the best person to envision a wedding day there, to consider the light, to look at opportunities for portraits / the ceremony / the reception, and to help you decide if your venue fits the style you're going for. He / SHE :) is a resource - use them!


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"How do you know it's time for you to have the baby?"
So, are we sure it isn't really seagulls and that is why they are the UT state bird?
wow i always thought it was the stork too...maybe i need to ask my 12 yr old daughter for the birds and bees talk...THIS could be the reason i have no biological children...hrmph!
That was so funny!
Okay, this ole Grandmother is nosy?
The children are, some his, some hers and some theirs.
How many are his, your, theirs?
I'm about that way with Grandchildren. lol
An Alabama Grandmother
Alabama Grandmother- I had 3 that were 6,4 & 2 when we got married. My husband has twin daughters the same age as my daughter and we have 2 together. 5 live with us all the time with the twins visiting often. So therea re 7 under the age of 13. We married 6.5yrs ago so my husband is "Dad" to everyone.
I think the pelican should bring the babies, makes more sense if you think about it :)
That's too funny--I bet you were glad Tristan was there to help. I think NCS is right--pelicans do make a lot more sense.
Way to go Tristan! As long as the Pelican doesn't swallow it would be a great option.
What?? no way. My mama told me she found me under a head of cabbage.
It was a bird?? Oh the outrage!
I bet the baby's feet wouldn't get cold in a pelican's pouch like they do in a sack that the stork brings.
Thanks Tori for answering my nosy question. lol
I really enjoy reading your blog.
An Alabama Grandmother
Ha! It would be really cute if the pelican delivered the baby. And all the seagulls could trail him just like in "Finding Nemo" and bring useful stuff like blankets and diapers. Anything to save a trip to WalMart!
I was just at Elastics blog reading about pelicans.
Does he store the baby in his briefs?
I always tell my kids they were hatched on a rock in Arizona but I think I like Tristans explanation better!
Alabama Grandma is obviously a rookie. All she had to do was read the IF you're new here!!
just thought I would put in my two cents....
So Now I'm confused, is a Pelican or stork.....hmmmmmmm.
Good thing you had Tristan there to help out!
That's Hilarious! I wish it were a pelican...
HAHAHAHAHAHAH! I swear, pelicans are taking over the blogs. I was just over at Elastic's and she had a pelican there. Weird.
hahaha...I wish that was how babies came.
LOL. So... Pelican, Stork, or Seagull- how will I know when to expect the delivery? I would hate for the little one to get dropped on his head:)
ya. that is one conversation that has been glossed over a couple times with ava.
HA! I loved that:D
Hey what do you think of the Mavricks? ;D
duh. I should have known. What a sweetie.
What do you mean, "Go Mavs?" You mean-- You're going down Mavs. :)
Although I'm not thrilled about the whole Shaq thing and saying goodbye to Marion. Crazy. I've NEVER been a Shaq fan, but not necessarily a hater either.. so we'll see. We've still got my boyfriends Nash and Hill :)
Pelicans are destined to be the new celebrity pet of choice. I'm going to start sewing adorable little over-the-shoulder pelican carriers right now to cash in.
Chel- I do wish MY boyfriend Nash would come back home and play with my boyfriend Dirk. ;(
Hahaha, that's great! :D


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Summers Past: Golden Days in the Sun 1950-1970
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This showcase of photographs from the National Archives of Australia vividly reminds us of Australians' enduring love affair with the sun and the sea.
Taken in the 1950s and 1960s by photographers working for the Australian News and Information Bureau, they show an innocent Australia - a relaxed and comfortable place where everyone knew their neighbours and seldom locked their doors.
Summer holidays were always the best of times and for today's baby boomers the exhibition images are bound to stir distant memories of idyllic days spent at the beach.
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You know, for kids! - The S&L Podcast #44/
We check in on our progress in The Once and Future King and The Princess Bride as well as deliver some exciting news on new releases and books being made into movies. (psst. One is a P. K. Dick book, so Tom's excited).
The ultimate guide to October's science fiction awesomeness!
Highly recommended: New Ted Chiang novella "The Lifecycle of Software Objects"
The Making Of Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back
Pratchett's I Shall Wear Midnight, sentimental and fun book about a witch among enemies
BARE YOUR SWORD - feedback from the audience
Am I the only one who thinks this book is overrated?
How much Arthurian legend have you read before?
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The United Nations defines child trafficking as the recruitment, transportation or receipt of children with the purpose of exploiting them. Victims of child trafficking are often sold for as little as $10 into prostitution, factory labor or servitude in private homes or as soldiers in war zones.
An estimated 100,000 children and women are trafficked each year in Indonesia, according to Unicef. United Nation statistics say the underlying causes of child trafficking include poverty and lack of economic opportunities, the low social status of girls, high demand for commercial sex and cheap labor, weak law enforcement, discrimination and conflict. Child trafficking has been called one of the most profitable industries worldwide, ranking alongside the gun and drug trades.
In an effort to increase global awareness and raise money to fight child exploitation, abuse and trafficking, four young Australians have embarked on the Ride2Rescue project, riding bicycles from London to their homes in Melbourne. The group started the Indonesian leg of its journey on Saturday.
Its for a good cause while traveling back to Melbourne, said Ride2Rescue cyclist John Clark at a recent gathering at the Australian Embassy in Jakarta.
Over the course of their epic ride, Clark, along with friends Aaron Turner, Daniel Seehusen and Tim Holman, will collect donations for World Vision Australias Child Rescue Program. Child Rescue raises funds for both the rehabilitation and support of children who are either at risk or have been victims of exploitation.
The program also supports the rehabilitation of child soldiers in Central America, provides health support to homeless children throughout South America and educates children in war-torn regions of the Middle East.
After working overseas and locally for aid agencies, this is the issue that has moved me the most, Holman said. To be given the opportunity to make such a difference is a privilege and I will do everything I can to draw attention and education to this issue.
The group also intends to make a documentary chronicling both its journey and the harsh realities of child trafficking around the world.
[My purpose is] to undertake a massive physical challenge and promote a cause in Child Rescue that underlines how lucky we are in some countries to be born into relative safety and opportunity, Turner said. Plus, I will be able to eat as much as I want for eight months.
The Ride2Rescue route will ultimately cover 26,000 kilometers through 27 countries before participants reach their final destination in Melbourne. The epic ride kicked off in London in late April last year, and is expected to cross the finish line in June.
So far, riders have cycled through France, Belgium, Austria, Slovakia, Serbia, Turkey, Iran, Pakistan, India, Nepal and China, as well as several countries in Southeast Asia, where the team recruited three additional riders.
Nick Kaney Kane rode with Ride2Rescue from Laos to Cambodia; Kathryn Audsley rode from Cambodia and ended in Singapore; and Karina Ottosen cycled from Cambodia to Thailand.
The different time zones, adjusting to the local climate and efforts to document the trip by updating their Web site and Facebook page are among the challenges the group has had to overcome.
We went up the hills and the high cliffs in India, and cycled in the extremely hot weather in Iran, Turner said. Every country has their own challenges. In Bangladesh, traffic is crazy.
Despite the challenges, the group just arrived in Indonesia, the 26th country on the trek before they reach Australia, where they will ride almost 4,000 kilometers from Darwin to Melbourne.
We are and have been pretty fit in general, and long before we started this project, Seehusen said. We have had no serious problems so far.
When asked whether they quarreled during their long and exhausting travels together, the Ride2Rescue team amazingly answered no.
Not really, Seehusen said. Even if we did, we pretty much were able to take it easy.
Indonesia was one of the most anticipated destinations for the group because it is still rife with child trafficking issues. Heavy tourism regions such as Bali and post-conflict regions and resettlement villages for refugees who fled war-torn areas are among the areas most vulnerable to child exploitation. Jakarta, Yogyakarta and Kuta in Bali are included in the groups route through the country.
In Kuta the riders will be meeting with several contacts who have offered to show them a side of Bali that is much darker than the one the average tourist will see, the Ride2Rescue Web Site said. The world of child sex trafficking is still rife in Bali, and it is here that the team will try their most daring attempts in order to gather footage to take to Australia.
Ride2Rescue has gained remarkable support from people across the globe, including superstar couple Sting and Trudie Styler.
We are proud to be able to support the amazing Ride2Rescue London to Melbourne cycle trip, Sting and Trudie said on the teams Web site.
We have known Daniel Seehusen for almost a year now, and for him to be part of such an ambitious adventure comes as no surprise, because he has such tremendous drive, energy, self-assurance and a genuinely big heart.
Child trafficking, the couple said, is a global problem, and one of humanitys most terrible crimes that urgently needs to be exposed.
We applaud these guys for their commitment to this cause, and wish them all the luck in the world, they said.
Donations can be made to Child Rescue directly for logistical support for the Ride2Rescue odyssey. Funds will cover costs for transportation, emergency services and basic daily expenses. Any unspent money will be given to Child Rescue upon completion of the project.
For more information on the project, go to Ride2Rescue.
Upon completion of the journey, Ride2Rescue expects to have reached 20,000 likes on its Facebook page. Please visit the groups Facebook page and like it at Ride2Rescue | Facebook.
Donations for Child Rescue can also be made via the Web site.
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