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Chronicles of a life in Transit: Lipstick
She approached the bus stop on 23rd and Burnside with a frantic energy that caught me off guard. I was in the process of checking the next arrival time on my phone as she began asking each person waiting there if we knew when it would come, so I did not yet have an answer for her when she came around to me. Her appearance so baffled me that I failed to pay attention to what the programmed voice had to say anyway and I gave up trying again in order to watch her next move. She was well dressed all in black with a gaudy yet somehow elegant looking necklace, but her face was, well, completely smeared with bright red lipstick and there was a wild look in her eyes. I tried not to stare as she sat down on the small bench, pulled out a handheld mirror bigger than her head and proceeded to reapply her bright lipstick, likely a shade with a name such as "Certainly Red" or "Cheery Apple." It seemed strange that while looking in her gigantic mirror she failed to notice that it was already covering not only her lips, but her whole face. I've never seen someone apply makeup quite that liberally. With each swipe of the tube her tongue followed unconsciously, spreading the lines of red well beyond the reach of her small lips. She swiped the top, her tongue followed. She swiped the bottom, her tongue followed again. All the while her wide eyes watched in the mirror and she continued the swiping as if her tongue was a detached part of herself that she could not control but yet could not help but chase in circles. I was reminded of how my nanny's dog Annabel used to chase her tail in circles down at the river that bordered the farm. Every several rounds her right hand would point the lipstick down so she could pass her dark sleeve along the bottom of her lower lip in a brisk attempt to clean up after herself.
And then came the lip gloss. The process continued: swipe, tongue, swipe, tongue, sleeve, swipe, tongue…until finally Bus #20 pulled up and interrupted this strange cycle. I felt guiltily relieved to be freed from my spectatorship, but then she sat down two seats ahead of me and that ridiculous mirror came right back out. This time I had a different view, the reflection of her face in the mirror, and my fascination did not wane despite our new surroundings. After watching her same frantic application for several more stops I began to look around the bus to see if anyone else was aware of her strange behavior. Across the aisle from me a young man, probably about my age, smiled slyly and I knew he was watching too. We turned our attention back to her and after a few minutes he got up to get off the bus and whispered "It's so terrible but I can't seem to look away!" At the next stop the mirror, lipstick, and gloss were shoved hurriedly into her bag and the woman frantically exited through the back door, face aglow with smears of "Certainly Cheery Red Apple." I wondered where she was headed with such intent.


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Starting out, it can be a pain in the ass getting people behind you and your ideas. Couldn't be more appreciative of author James J. Cudney for doing this, even with his plate already so full. Checkout his most recent post as well as him and his own book, "Watching Glass Shatter."
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402 – Another Day in the Diamond – Fear The Walking Dead
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Sunday, 12 September 2010
Here come old flattop he come grooving up slowly
The real point of today's ride was to complete another two visits on my list of famous churches, to bring the total to 50. St Augustine in Kilburn, and Mary Magdalene in Paddington were the last two on this year's list. Unfortunately one was closed, and people were worshipping in the other, so I didn't get to see either properly inside.
The rest of the day's ride made up for that though. Apart from visiting Abbey Road, I had my lunchtime sandwich in Kensal Green Cemetery.It's the oldest of seven private Victorian cemeteries on the outskirts of London, and resting place of Charles Babbage, and Isambard Kingdom Brunel, among others (including George Melly, I now discover). I had a good wander round, but I failed to find either of the graves I was looking for.
Mary Magdalene in Paddington was the last stop on my planned route, and it is right next to the Grand Union Canal. So I thought it would be interesting to come home along the canal tow-path.
The Grand Union leads to the Slough Canal, which takes me as far as Slough,. As a result I can cover two-thirds of the distance home from Paddington on a nice traffic-free route. It meanders about a bit, the surface is a bit variable, and there are too many obstructions, so it's not fast. But it is a lot quieter, and a lot less stressful than the road. On the whole it is attractive, and it is quite beautiful in places. Odd that the idea hadn't occurred to me before.
In summary, I've had a great day, and covered 66 miles, which puts the annual target back on track. I've completed planned visits to 50 churches. If I had a project to visit all the places that had Beatles albums named after them, then I would have completed that one as well. I met a mix of interesting people during the day. But despite the efforts of Wikipedia contributors, I still can't make any sense of the lyrics from Come Together. Unless "I've got to be good looking 'cause I'm so hard to see" is saying something about cycling in traffic?.
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Oil edges up in volatile trading
Crude oil prices edged higher in volatile trading as the market weighed Russia's comments about a possible meeting with Saudi Arabia on possible output cuts.
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NEW YORK CITY – Oil prices edged higher in volatile trading Wednesday as the market weighed Russia's comments about a possible meeting with Saudi Arabia on possible output cuts against a bigger-than-expected US crude storage build.
According to Reuters, Brent futures were up 28 cents to $47.23/bbl while US crude rose 32 cents to $46.13/bbl.
Before the US Energy Information Administration released its petroleum status report, both contracts were down less than 1%. That followed a surge of almost 6% on Tuesday on news that OPEC would renew efforts to limit production.
EIA said crude stocks increased by a bigger-than-expected 5.3 MMbbl, topping analysts' 1.5 MMbbl build projected in a Reuters poll.
Russia, meanwhile, said it was ready to support OPEC's decision on anoil output freeze and sees big chances that the oil producers' group can agree on the terms of the freeze by Nov. 30, Russian Energy Minister Alexander Novak was quoted to say.
The US crude build dampened Tuesday's rally on news that OPEC members were meeting ahead of an official group gathering on Nov. 30 to build consensus for a deal to limit output.
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro said he will meet with OPEC secretary-general Mohammed Barkindo in Caracas on Wednesday to discuss the freeze.
A number of energy ministers from OPEC countries are also likely to meet informally in Doha on Friday to try to build consensus over decisions taken by the full group in September in Algiers, an Algerian energy source said.
Those informal meetings could include energy ministers from Saudi Arabia and Russia. But Iran's oil minister will not be attending, sending the country's OPEC governor instead, sources said.
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Donald Trump and Steve Bannon have called the free press their enemy. On "Meet the Press," Republican Sen. John McCain said, "If you want to preserve democracy as we know it, you have to have a free and many times adversarial press. And without it, I am afraid that we would lose so much of our individual liberties over time. That's how dictators get started." Republican Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell said to reporters, "I don't view you guys as the enemy."
We live in a contentious time when screaming has taken the place of listening. We have a great country. We live lives that most people in the world can only dream about. Of course we have policy differences among us. However, to undermine our free press puts our great country at risk just to achieve short-term policy wins. This begins to erode our most basic freedoms.
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How many people are in The Marching Virginians?
Though you often hear the line "330 Strong!", the MVs actually have around 340-360 members depending on the season.
Are the Marching Virginians a scholarship band?
No. With the exception of one current scholarship opportunity for an outstanding engineer in the MVs, all members are enrolled in MUS 3314 – Instrumental Music Ensemble, and receive one credit for their participation in MVs each fall semester. We are proud of our volunteer student-musicians!
Where do the MVs rehearse?
The MVs rehearse Monday-Friday from 5:30-7:00 pm during the fall semester at the Sochinski-McKee Marching Virginians Center (MVC) located at the top of the Chicken Hill parking lot. Go through the stoplight on Southgate Drive at the intersection with Beamer Way and Corporate Research Center Drive. Turn right into the large parking lot and head up the hill. Look for our tower - you can't miss us!
What is the Band-A-Rama Benefit Spectacular?
Each year, The Marching Virginians join forces with the Symphonic Wind Ensemble and Jazz Ensemble to present a celebration of the Virginia Tech bands. Narrated by The Voice of The Marching Virginians, Mike Sparrer, the concert provides something for everyone's musical taste. The performance concludes with the MVs ONLY indoor concert of the year – fun for the entire family! Proceeds from this concert are used to fund student music activities.
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Recently a New York Press columnist wrote about an encounter with an apocalyptic taxi driver in Baltimore. The cabbie asked him about his future plans and, following a thumbnail sketch of his intentions, informed him that they didn't matter anyway. The driver turned around and said, "I don't want to scare you, but the world is gonna end in seven months." Apparently a radio preacher that he listened to had discerned that the end was nigh. The writer goes on to note that the seven month prediction had been made 10 years ago by the time the article was published.
That's the risk we take when we hazard apocalyptic predictions. History has seen the end of time come and go more times than anyone can count. And you'd think that all of these failed soothsayers would deter others, but not so. Hope springs eternal when it comes to cataclysm.
What is it with end of the world obsessions? Why are some people led to pore over scripture or Nostradamus or Egyptian numerology or Mayan calendars in the hopes of singling out the date that the world will blow up? There are two apocalyptic movies coming out in the next few months alone.
Well I promise not to add to it. I have no predictions for you. But if Jesus would like to come back before the Tennessee Titans can embarrass themselves anymore, that would be fine with me.
As for me, I'm so anxious to avoid those predictions, I even considered skipping Mark 13. It's all about the "end of the age," and I would just as soon skip it altogether. But I guess I can't do that.
What I can do is give you this bit of good news. Jesus doesn't give us a date either. Jesus avoids that kind of prediction himself. To be honest he doesn't really give us signs. A careful reading of the text tells us that Jesus is giving hints for the beginning of the end rather than the end.
In fact, to give a date would run counter to his mission. Jesus isn't interested in giving his disciples a chance to build bomb shelters or stockpile canned goods. As we'll see, he's got other plans for them, and those plans involve taking action rather than hunkering down.
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"The Near and The Far" at YARMONICS, St. Georges Theatre, Yarmouth, 21st of September. More information.
"The Ecology of Sound" at Bold Tendencies, Peckham, part of "The Dominant Eye," 20th of September, organized by Sian Hutchings and Noematic Collective. More information. Dedicated Journal of Sonic Studies site dedicated to project, including interview with me and documentation of various works.
"Zawawa: Sounds of Wind in the Sugar Cane," (with Rupert Cox and Kozo Hiramatsu), Socio-Sonic Symposium, City University, 14th of September.
"The Nature of Sound", Ace Hotel, London, with Dr. Simon Jones and Antoine Bertin, organized by super/collider, 29th of August. More information.
"The Sounds of Wind in the Sugar Cane, The Angry Roars and Sobs of the Dead: Representing Okinawan War Memories" (with Rupert Cox) at "Why Remember? Remains, Ruins, Reconstructions", Sarajevo, 27th - 30th of June. More information.
"Hear Lightning and Thunder" at LOMA (Large Objects Moving Air) conference at London College of Communication, 8th of January. More information.
The HPNoSS (Hospital Project on Noise, Sound and Sleep) is collaborative project that aims to provide a holistic understanding of sound in the hospital environment and the intimate relationship of noise to sleep, rest, treatment and recovery. The project ran from April to September 2017 and more details are avaiable here; a short video was produced to encapsulate some of our work, including a workshop designed to test a number of noise reduction strategies in a simulated hospital environment.
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Mumford & Sons - Live at the O2
Having postponed several shows across the UK due to logistical reasons, crowds at the O2 waited in anticipation to marvel the venue staging said to recreate the intimacy of London's Mumford & Sons newly released album
Placed thinly across the centre lay a stage just wide enough to fit the band and a few key crew members to help project the spectacle on screen either side of the stage. The set up not only allowed a more panoramic view but offered fans a more interactive experience as the London boys paced up and down greeting listeners at every turn.
Guiding Light
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The Wolf
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However, despite all the grandeur, Mumford & Sons shine best when huddled together and play round a single microphone sat under the twinkling of a few lights. Having the ability to not only silence a room but one of London's largest venues is true testament to a bands magnetic power and fans weren't disappointed as the gorgeous harmonies of
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Kevin Makins - Setting the Table: The Mystery of Christ
Ephesians 2-3, Galatians 6
The twentieth sermon of our 23 week series "Setting the Table" - exploring the narrative of Scripture.
The battle is over, the enemy has been defeated, the church has formed, and we are left with unanswered questions: Who is the real family of God? What is the covenant now? How do we partner with God? What, or who, is the church?
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When planning to buy an e-reader it's important to understand what you really want. Do you want a thin, lightweight device dedicated solely to reading even in difficult environments like the dark or direct sun? Then you want an E-reader. Devices that do one thing really well can be very appealing depending on your needs & preferences.
E-readers offer some advantages over reading e-books on tablets or phones. First, they have screens designed for extended reading that resist the glare of sunlight & cause less eye strain. Secondly, they don't have a lot of the bells and whistles of a tablet & they're typically much lighter & have a longer battery life. So if you're planning to either read in the dark or the sunlight, an e-reader is for you.
If you want to be able to read books on a device that has other features like browsing the internet, getting email, etc. & if you won't be reading in the dark or the sun, a tablet or phone would work for you as well as a dedicated e-reader.
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It is important from time to time
to slow down,
to go away by our self,
and simply be.
- Eileen Caddy
Wishing you a cozy winter season of relaxed time to yourself. - Susan
Welcome to the Enclosed Garden of Susan Ernst. Literal as well as figurative, this blog explores the physical gardens which I cultivate, the spiritual garden within, and the intellectual garden of horticultural knowledge gathered through decades of study, observation and practice. Come and sit with me for a while. Let us together marvel at the delicate, intricate beauty of a flower.
It is important from time to time
to slow down,
to go away by our self,
and simply be.
- Eileen Caddy
The first fall of snow is not only an event, it is a magical event. You go to bed in one kind of world and wake up in another quite different, and if this is not without enchantment then where is it to be found?
- J.B. Priestly
To Know the DarkTo go in the dark with a light
is to know the light.
To know the dark, go dark.
Go without sight,
and find that the dark, too,
blooms and sings,
and is traveled
by dark feet
and dark wings.
- Wendell Berry
I Heard a Bird Sing
I heard a bird sing
In the dark of December
A magical thing
And sweet to remember:
"We are nearer to Spring
Than we were in September,"
I heard a bird sing
In the dark of December.
- Oliver Herford


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A new year is all the inspiration many of us need to start something new. Hence, we make resolutions to give up smoking, drink less alcohol and bag a promotion at work. The sheer exuberance some of us feel even instils a renewed energy that has us pelting towards a gym, where the promise of a gorgeously-toned new body awaits… at least until the end of January!
Are your sentences like old slippers?
We can also use January to think anew about our writing. By the end of last year, many of us will have slumped into the tired landscape of words and phrases with which we are most familiar. By the end of 2017, we were simply rattling off very similar sentences to those we used in 2016 and 2015 and 2014… Those sentences were made up of the same words we also plucked from previous years. They were glued together with the same stale punctuation and conjunctions we have been using for decades. All of this resulted in writing that was as familiar and comfortable as a pair of old slippers.
But if we continue to do this we become increasingly samey. We start to blend in with the writers from other companies who have also fallen into the habit of relying on the familiar, the comfortable, the tried-and-the-very-much-tested. If we extend the simile we started in the previous paragraph, our old-pair-of-slippers prose starts to look a bit threadbare… the pattern becomes dreary… holes start appearing… frankly, it all starts to look a bit worn out and dull!
Thesaurus… there's no other word for it!
Rather than giving no thought beyond conveying our meaning, one of the easiest ways of reinvigorating our writing is to use a thesaurus. Yes, I appreciate the word itself looks like the name of a prehistoric creature (presumably a very wordy one). And as far as some are concerned, the thesaurus became extinct aeons ago. But in truth, it is alive and kicking and can pump new life into written content.
As we are discussing using the new year to think about new ways of expressing ourselves, let's just take a quick look in the thesaurus at the word 'new': novel, new-fangled, original, innovative, fresh, different, first-hand, up-to-the-minute, contemporary, recent, up-to-date, modern, modernistic and, wait for it, neoteric are among the options.
Okay, so you may think twice about using a word like neoteric in a proposal to manage a conference for middle managers in Swindon. But you can at least see a sea of options available within the thesaurus (found from the review tab in Microsoft Word) that could brighten up an otherwise lacklustre sentence.
Make your mark with creative punctuation
The same goes for your punctuation. Yes, there are far fewer options in terms of what marks you can use to separate individual words from one another. But those same separators can be used more creatively: use bullet points instead of semi colons to split up items within a list; actually include commas, so readers are given the space to breathe; use more full stops. To separate sentences.
A good metaphor is a breath of fresh air
The English language is dripping in tropes: metaphors and similes that create the images that help readers understand our meaning. Because many metaphors and similes have been around for centuries, they have lost their intensity. Yes, describing something as 'black as coal' or 'as thin as a rake' or 'as brave as a lion' will all make sense to the reader. But what they fail to do is convey a meaning that is any different from information provided by others, which includes our competitors!


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Have You Heard This (Yet)? Summer Cannibals and Mass Gothic
Have You Heard This Yet?
This is my version of "Album of the Week." Basically, I hype one album that I like and is brand spanking new and one album that I like but heard for the first time this week (that was new to me).
New: Summer Cannibals Full Of It (Kill Rock Stars)
Summer Cannibals...?
So I have no idea why they are only Cannibals in the Summer (probably a horror movie reference?), but since it is Summer I am going to get on the good side of these three fine folks so as not to risk getting eaten.
In all seriousness, I have been pushing "Full Of It" for weeks now despite my "push" strategy suffering from one major flaw....Yup, as you may have guessed, "Full Of It" wasn't officially released by Kill Rock Stars until today.
Anyway, it is out now, and it is what you could call a RIPPER IMHO! What do I mean by that?
What I mean is that this album RIPS (Plus, Jessica sings into a toothbrush....Not that singing in showers is something anyone else has ever done...sigh)!
Many times, bands grow up and get a more professional sheen and it really subtracts from the power of the band's original sound. In some ways, Summer Cannibals got more professional (and kind of also became a new band by addition and subtraction of members) and they sound even better. Good deal!
Anyway, it is really good stuff and perfect or the Summer (eating habits aside).
Here is their Bandcamp, seriously, buy the album, it is really good!
New To Me: Mass Gothic: Mass Gothic (Sub Pop)
The more I have heard this album by Mass Gothic (Self-Titled), the more it has me entranced. It is at times difficult, brooding, sad, and it is even (at times) heartbreaking. But at the core of the songs is a really clever songwriting sense and some serious emotional honesty.
Great hooks, like?
In an odd way, Mass Gothic (Noel Heroux formerly of Hooray For Earth) kind of reminds me of why I like Mas Ysa. Not in style or genre per se, but with both artists, it seems that no matter what is being discussed they both always find ways to ground those subjects in rivers of clever hooks.
Every Night You've Got To Save Me is a celebration right?....(how do you make a 50's girl group stomp-groove seem full of melancholy?).
Plus, what is it about me liking bands with people singing into substitute microphones (Jessica with the toothbrush and Noel with liquor)?
Here is the Bandcamp (as in you should order it immediately):
Here is the album on Spotify. Did I mention it is really good?
That's it. Hope you enjoy both albums.
By the way, last week I highlighted Car Seat Headrest, still gobsmacked that Ric Ocasic really made them recall 50K worth of albums for an homage (And I love The Cars).
Have a great Memorial Day Weekend (and deep thanks to all the families, friends, and loved ones of soldiers who died in the line of service)!
What did you think of these albums? What have you been listening to this week? Would love to hear what you think, leave a comment!


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( – promoted by Rob "EaBo Clipper" Eno)
The evil monster I described above is the Former Chair of the American Geophysical Union Task Force on Scientific Ethics. That's right! When Team Green was looking for someone to head their task force on [cough] "Scientific Ethics" thay came up with this D-Bag.
So why is the former head of AGU Task Force on Scientific Ethics in the news you ask? Simple he was caught lying, and impersonating someone else in an effort to extract sensitive internal documents from conservative think tank The Heartland Institute. He then leaked the information to the press.
"In a serious lapse of my own and professional judgment and ethics, I solicited and received additional materials directly from the Heartland Institute under someone else's name," – Peter Gleick
It used to be scientist used science to make their case. Today not so much. The point I'm trying to make here is Team Green has a credability problem that will linger for generations.


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Freedom Shift
Freedom Shift is designed to send a message of hope to youth about how the promises and power of God can change their life. There is a battle for the hearts and minds of youth everywhere. Freedom Shift was written for young people that are in jail. Spending time in jail has profound impact on youth. There are many studies that show that 1/3 of all wards in detention facilities will return.
Many times when our team goes into prisons to minister the message of Freedom Shift, we do not have enough Bibles or copies of Freedom Shift. We need your help! We purposely priced the cost of Freedom Shift for $9.99. We are donating proceeds from the sale of this book to buy more copies of Freedom Shift to donate to juvenile detention centers everywhere. Over the last several years, we have watched miracles in the lives of those who have been exposed to the Freedom Shift message of hope and restoration.
Please consider buying multiple copies of this book. You may donate them yourself to your local detention center or you may send them to Freedom Shift and we will be sure to get them in the hands of young people who really need to hear this message. Also, if you are interested in bringing the message of Freedom Shift to the youth of your church and community, please contact Chaplain Jimmy
Overview on FreedomShift
Chapter 1 The Bible
Learning How to Read and Study God's Word
Chapter 2 - God's Love
Does God Really Love Me and Know My Past?
Chapter 3 - Good vs. Evil
Why Does God Allow Bad Things to Happen?
Chapter 4 - Words
What God has to Say About the Words We Use
Chapter 5 - Vows
A Closer Look at the Promises we Make
Chapter 6 - Curses
Can a Curse Really Operate in My Life?
Chapter 7 - Deeper Dive into Curses
Strategies to Stop Them
Chapter 8 - Judgment
What God has to Say About Being Judged and Judging Others
Chapter 9 - Healing the Soul
Understanding the Promises of God in Your Life


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If you have been convicted of a crime, you may need to rely on the expertise that only a criminal defense attorney can offer you. This can help you fully understand the legal procedures that you must be followed during this entire process from beginning to end. Knowing the ways, a criminal defense attorney can help you is important if you are faced with a felony.
Give the details
The first thing you will want to do when first meeting with a criminal defense attorney is to provide the details of your case. This will include many things, and listed below are questions that you may expect from your lawyer:
- What was the date of the conviction?
- What were you charged with doing?
- Do you feel you were unjustly charged?
- Were drugs or illegal weapons involved at any time?
- Were you alone at the time of the conviction?
Complete the legal procedures
The lawyer you select will know precisely what to do when it comes to starting the necessary process for your case to help you through it.
Listed below are the typical steps in a criminal case:
- Arrest – The first thing that may happen is your arrest by a police officer.
- Bond set – There will typically be an amount of money that is set by the judge for your release if you will agree to show up in court.
- Pretrial – This will consist of examining the specific case and your criminal background.
- Jury trial – Your case may be heard by a jury of 12 people that will provide a final verdict about your case.
Negotiating a plea bargain
In an attempt to lessen any charges that were made against you, your lawyer will work to get your penalties and jail time reduced immediately if possible. This can be done by working out a plea deal with the legal system.
It's important to have a criminal attorney to getting the right deal. The judge will typically not work out a negotiation that may please you if you're defending yourself.
You will have a much better chance of dealing with the conviction and hopefully getting a reduction of any penalties that you are currently facing because of your arrest. Be sure to consult with a criminal defense attorney that can guide you through the details of this complex process and help you be victorious with your case.


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Investment teams
Each of our investment teams features discussions about financial strategies, learning technical skills, and presenting ideas to other team members and portfolio managers. We open applications for new members each semester. Although financial knowledge/background is helpful in interviews for membership, our respective development teams can help teach the fundamentals necessary to join.
Consumer Retail
The Consumer Retail team looks at a variety of consumer-facing businesses, ranging from traditional consumer packaged goods companies and apparel retailers to consumer internet companies. Everyone has a basic understanding of what consumer retail products are and how they are sold, making the sector accessible to those who are new to investing. At the same time, the constantly-changing nature of the sector provides a challenging backdrop for seasoned investors looking to develop a differentiated viewpoint. It's no surprise that many revered value investors, most famously Warren Buffett, favor the consumer retail sector over many others.
On the Consumer Retail team, members are expected to complete one stock pitch each semester, working in smaller groups of 3-4. Our weekly meetings will have an educational component, and we will also discuss any pertinent news from the consumer retail space. Throughout the semester, we will also be looking at examples of consumer retail pitches from various successful investors.
The Energy team provides members with a strong foundation in energy and finance. Our goal is to empower members to become competent investors, with a focus on oil and gas, as well as other energy assets. We study energy technology, politics, geography, transactions and markets overall in order to deliver a broad educational background in investing. All members have the opportunity to pitch an energy investment and will receive mentoring.
The Financials team analyzes a broad range of companies including traditional companies banks and insurance companies, as well as more non-traditional companies such as mortgage servicers, alternative asset managers, and FinTech. Within these we hope to find investment opportunities arising from a market mispricing and misunderstanding either of part of the company's balance sheet, or of the company's business. In doing so the group seeks to apply the principles of traditional value investing to institutions that can be large, complex, and opaque.
The global macro team is devoted to studying, analyzing, and dissecting global geopolitical events from an investor's point of view. The purpose of this team is to generate top-down investment theses, and create trading strategies around those concepts. While no prior experience is necessary, we look for students who have a genuine interest in investing strategies and geopolitical events.
Global Macroeconomic
The Healthcare team looks at a wide range of businesses involved in the provision of healthcare, ranging from biopharma companies to medical device companies and medical service providers. With new scientific discoveries constantly being made and regulations evolving, the healthcare industry is one where investors who understand the industry have the potential to make outsized returns. The Healthcare team holds weekly meetings, where we will analyze recent trends in the healthcare space and look at past healthcare pitches from successful investors. Members will also work on a stock pitch each semester to hone their investing skills.
The Industrials team looks at a variety of companies in industries as broad-ranging as Power Equipment, Construction & Engineering, Shipping, and Aerospace, among many others. This broad mandate means that, in reality, we simply work on the most interesting ideas available, even if they don't fit perfectly into our box. In addition to this flexibility, we think Industrials companies provide a great basis for an investment education given that they are generally more mature and there is a high degree of diversity in their functional complexity, benefitting investors of various levels of experience. Another one of the great benefits of the team is learning about the "un-sexy" industries of the economy, which play such an important function role. How is it that harbors continue to remain deep enough to be accessed by ships? The answer: dredging!
On the Industrials team, members are expected to complete one stock pitch in each semester, working in a group of 2-3 individuals. Weekly meetings feature an education component and market discussion, as well as feedback on members' progress in building a pitch. As a highly competitive team, members will unfortunately move on from the team if they are unable to meet these expected levels of participation. We know, however, that engagement with our program yields results; many of our members over the past 3 years have gone on to intern and work full-time at many top buy-side firms, such as Silver Point Capital, Silver Lake Partners, Samlyn Capital, PJT Restructuring (formerly Blackstone restructuring), AQR, KKR and Apollo.
The Quantitative Investment Strategies team aims to develop quantitatively- and/or systematically-driven trading strategies with a focus on education. Our members include experienced investors, many with experience in quantitative roles at hedge funds and market makers. On a day-to-day basis, we develop projects and discuss academic literature and industry white papers on finance and statistics / machine learning. Our projects place emphasis on signal research and portfolio optimization, while staying weary of practical issues in trading execution.
Quantitative Investment Strategies (QIS)
The real estate group focuses on education and investment pitches, giving members the opportunity to both learn about the industry and practice applying investment principles. Members can expect to spend time learning about the basics of real estate valuation, industry trends, macroeconomic considerations, and analysis ranging from property-level to large-cap REITs. Responsibilities will include participation and presenting pitches, as well as contributing to group discussions in meetings.
Real Estate
The Special Situations Group (SSG) within WITG seeks to explore investment cases that arise from nuanced financial concepts often misunderstood by the markets, and thus involve large disconnects between market and intrinsic values of securities. Examples of SSG themes include corporate spinoffs, mergers and acquisitions, and bankruptcies.
Many well-known hedge funds globally operate some type of "special situation" strategy, and throughout the semester we will explore this style of investing. During weekly discussions we will cover tenets of value investing, the fundamentals of corporate credit versus equity securities, derivative instruments and how they are most often used, and case studies of past and current special situations.
Special Situations Group
The WITG Tactical Opportunities investment team was inspired by Blackstone's Tactical Opportunities Group. We seek to explore global investments across various sectors in alternative and underlooked segments of the capital structure. Our mandate focuses on, but is not limited to, common stock, preferred equity, and distressed credit investments across public and private markets.
Members can expect to work on investment ideas during the semester and receive formal training on advanced modeling techniques, capital structure analysis, and investing fundamentals — with members ultimately competing in annual investment competitions. Our mission is to create a lasting and passionate community of the best-in-class investors at Wharton prepared for careers at the top buy side and advisory firms.
Tactical Opportunities
The Technology, Media, Telecom (TMT) team looks at a variety of companies in TMT verticals ranging from FinTech to eCommerce to cybersecurity to network infrastructure. Our broad coverage offers exciting opportunities to look at emerging technologies that will change the course of business in almost every traditional industry. This includes buzzword-type companies pioneering P2P lending as well as under-the-radar companies that build and maintain the data storage and networking capabilities enabling every tech interaction.
On the TMT team, members are expected to complete one stock pitch each semester, working individually and in small groups. In our weekly meetings we will deep dive into different TMT verticals, discuss relevant market developments, and give feedback on pitch progress. Senior members of the team have diverse academic and internship backgrounds across various tech and finance industries, and are excited to work with others in a collaborative environment.
Technology, Media, Telecom
Application process
Investment teams
We take applications for new investment team members every semester. Our application, when active, can be found to the link below. Reach out to our current members, or get to know us at the club fairs, to hear more about WITG!
Learning more
If you don't feel like you know enough yet, or are not comfortable yet with joining an investment team, we have development team opportunities specifically to help teach you more about the various finance fundamentals and strategies. See below!


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Monday, December 28, 2009
It's Monday! What Are You Reading? 12-28-2009
What are you reading on Mondays? is hosted by J. Kaye at J. Kaye's Book Blog. If you would like to participate, please leave your link with Mr. Linky at J.Kaye's blog - but you can also leave me a comment - I would love to know what you are reading!
I also hope to have a few new giveaways up before the end of the year - so stay tuned!
I had no old books to review! Yeah!
Books read and reviewed last week:
1. Primal by Mark Batterson
Books waiting for review from last week:
1. What Your Mother Never Told You: A Teenage Girls Survival Guide by Richard Dudum
Current audio books:
Due to the kids not being in school, haven't been listening to audio books this week. The two that I was listening to - Woman in Red and Evermore - I lost interest in as I haven't been driving my daughter the 40 minutes to and from school! I hope to get back into audio after the new year!
Books currently reading:
1. The Dead and The Gone by Susan Beth Pfeffer - this is my current bathroom book - It is pretty good, but I wish that I had the first book to read side by side - as it is laid out in date format and it would have been neat to compare the experiences of 2 kids in 2 different parts of the country in this devastating scenario.
2. Samson's Walls by Jud Niremberg
3. A Christmas Carol Special Edition: The Charles Dickens Classic with Christian Insights and Discussion Questions for Groups and Families by Stephen Skelton
4. A Hope and a Future: Overcoming Discouragement by Don Wilton
Next up:
1. Bear Portraits by Jill Greenberg
2. Chocolate: A Love Story: 65 Chocolate Dessert Recipes from Max Brenner's Private Collection by Max Brenner (I need to get this one done before I have to start all the diet books for next month!!!)
3. Healthy Bread in Five Minutes a Day: 100 New Recipes Featuring Whole Grains, Fruits, Vegetables, and Gluten-Free Ingredients by Dr. Jeff Hertzberg
4. Angel and Apostle by Deborah Noyes
5. The Sacred Cipher: A Novel by Terry Brennan
6. The Good Girl's Guide to Getting Kidnapped by Yxta Maya Murray
7. Sense and Sensibility and Sea Monsters by Jane Austen and Ben H. Winters
What are you reading this week?
6 comments:
- Amy @ Passages to the Past said...
I don't know how you keep all those current reads straight! I can only read one at a time or I'll get all discombobulated =)
Happy Reading Kristi!
- December 28, 2009 at 11:41 AM
I'm a multi book reader, so I get it...lol. Never thought about reading Pfeffer's first two books side by side...cool!
- December 28, 2009 at 3:42 PM
- Nise' said...
My audio listening was down last week too by not being in the car! The Sacred Cipher was good.
- December 28, 2009 at 5:17 PM
- Joy said...
You read a lot at the same time.
Have a Happy New Years!
- December 28, 2009 at 7:12 PM
- MarthaE said...
Boy - must feel good to be caught up on the review books. And have the reviews done too! Good for you!
I haven't heard of any of the books - I love that we read different things across the blog world!
- December 28, 2009 at 8:30 PM
- Dar said...
My goodness that's quite the reading list you have. I started A Christmas Carol but didn't get too far. I've shelved again until next December.
- December 29, 2009 at 11:22 AM


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Chic, Cool… Cabo!
Written by: Tiffany Bowne and Nick Hofstadter – All Star Travel Group
Auberge Resorts' newest Cabo San Lucas property, Chileno Bay Resort, is a refreshing and contemporary addition to the Cabo Hotel scene. Having opened last spring, Chileno Bay has quickly become one of Cabo's preferred destinations since it is a new build, exudes modern beach chic ambiance and of course offers top notch service and luxury. It is one of the very few hotels in Cabo to boast a swimmable beach and therefore offers great snorkeling.
Upon arrival, you will be greeted with a vintage cooler containing an ice-cold Corona or other refreshing beverage, one of the first of many personal touches you will notice during your stay. Rooms are especially spacious (entry level rooms offer at least 760 square feet of luxury) and are outfitted with outdoor showers and patios with stunning views of the terraced pool or Pacific Ocean. Come sunset, the hurricane candles on the deck enhance the mesmerizing views, which are best enjoyed with a cocktail from the in-room bar as you bask in the romantic candlelit tableau.
The two, three, four and six bedroom residence villas are absolutely breathtaking. Beginning at 3300 square feet, each villa is equipped dramatic ocean views from the floor to ceiling windows and expansive outdoor terraces, private pools or hot tubs, designer kitchens and soothing contemporary atmosphere with subtle Mexican décor. The rooftop sky villas are especially impressive with an enormous private rooftop lounge and its own bar!
The property has a private and semi-private beach, and a beach activity center with guides, kayaks, paddle boards and food & beverage service. It's very family friendly, as there is a children's pool and ample activities offered on and off property. No trip to Chileno Bay is complete without a stop at the poolside/beachside bar and restaurant, TnT, where you can enjoy an in-pool cocktail concocted by a mixologist on a floating bar! Climb aboard one of the many rafts upon which you can enjoy these magical libations and immerse yourself in pure relaxation. The deep-sea fishing excursion is highly recommended since TnT's chef will serve poolside treats from your catch upon return, like fish tacos, sashimi and ceviche. Comal, the fine dining option, showcases modern Latin cuisine made from locally sourced organic ingredients. There is no shortage of dining options, as guests also enjoy access and shuttle service to Chileno Bay's sister property, Esperanza.
The wellness program at Chileno Bay is fantastic. The hotel has its own hiking path with sweeping views of the ocean and access to the terrific Chileno Bay Club Golf Course. There is an onsite trainer at the fitness center who offers daily complimentary quick group workouts to maximize use of the equipment. That way, guests get a structured workout and get some group activity along with their normal routine. The daily workout is written on the mirror so you can hop to it and indulge later! Or, pamper yourself in the spa, where there is a salt inhalation room and mist alcove. Luxuriate in restorative treatments like the detoxifying Metabolic Melt or the rejuvenating Chileno Reboot.
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My thoughts
Another one that I really didn't expect to be given. Here is a folk album and an individual one at that. Stormcock doesn't clock in at the most epic length album at around 42 minutes in length and further to that, this album has only four tracks.
By nature, Harper's folk sound is a gentle strumming guitar with his own vocals as the primary sound. That isn't to say that Harper doesn't include other instruments, sounds or techniques, such as track layering. In the middle of The Same Old Rock he goes for layers and layers of his own voice with an otherworldly sound before punctuating with his definitive guitar sound.
Music is Harper's voice and although folk wouldn't be my first choice, it's his medium. He's rather defiant in style, with Hors D'Oeuvres, the more depressing in nature lyrically, having a much more upbeat feel. Likewise, Me And My Woman, though more positive in feel, has a bit of a glum undertone.
Me And My Woman is my favourite track of the album by a long stretch and perhaps this is because it's the track that Harper allows to get a little more grand, with backings of orchestral strings and very poignant piano strikes. All the time, with the constant solid backing of his own stumming and musings. One gets a real Simon and Garfunkle feel at a lot of moments, supported by the fact that Harper's voice bares quite a likeness to that of Paul Simon.
The real challenge here is that this album made me very thoughtful and, with so many musings in an analytical sense or posed questions, I'm in danger of sounding like I disliked this album, which isn't true at all. It is definitely one that made me think more than any other that I have reviewed so far.
Most importantly, Roy Harper is a man who knows his style, has a real talent for lyrics and song writing and a very solid performer generally. The tracks alone are quite involved and really this short post seems like the wrong place right now to be dissecting lyrics.
Is this album for you?
Perhaps the most divisive so far but this album is certainly not for everyone. It's for those who can get on with the early 70's and the style within. Furthermore, this album is of a distinct style, which will again separate people. With those qualifiers standing, I really think that Stormcock, although more difficult to get into, is worth the time to listen through.
Do give it a go!
- Writing: 8/10
- Performance: 8/10
- Style: 7.5/10


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ALSC announces 2015 Notable Children's Videos
For Immediate Release
Tue, 03/03/2015
Laura Schulte-Cooper
Program Officer, Communications
CHICAGO — The Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC), a division of the American Library Association (ALA), has selected its 2015 list of Notable Children's Videos. The list includes videos for children 14 years of age and younger that exhibit especially commendable quality, show respect for children's intelligence and imagination and reflect and encourage the interests of children in exemplary ways.
The selected videos are:
"Brave Girl: Clara and the Shirtwaist Makers' Strike of 1909." Dreamscape Media
"The Duckling Gets a Cookie!?" Weston Woods
"Each Kindness." Weston Woods
"Exclamation Mark." Weston Woods
"Extra Yarn." Weston Woods
"Getting Through It: Kids Talk about Divorce." Human Relations Media
"Honey Badgers: Masters of Mayhem." PBS
"Locomotive." Dreamscape Media
"Me and My Moulton." National Film Board of Canada
"Me . . . Jane." Weston Woods
"A Nation's Hope: The Story of Boxing Legend Joe Louis." Dreamscape Media
"No Fish Where to Go." National Film Board of Canada
"One Cool Friend." Weston Woods
"This Is Not My Hat." Weston Woods
"You Are In Charge of Your Body: A Sexual Abuse Prevention Curriculum." Human Relations Media
For the annotated list of the above videos, including recommended age levels and running times, visit the Notable Children's Videos webpage. More information about all of ALSC's Children's Notable Lists is on the website.
Members of the 2015 Carnegie Medal/Notable Children's Videos Committee are: Caitlin Dixon Jacobson, chair, Ketchikan (Alaska) High School Library; Eric Carpenter, Atlanta; Linda Ernst, King County Library System, Bellevue, Washington; Joanna Fabicon, Los Angeles Public Library; Laura Lutz, Convent of the Sacred Heart, New York; Maryann Owen, Oak Creek (Wis.) Public Library; and Laurie Reese, Los Angeles Public Library.


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- How's your holiday going? Everyone having a good time? : ) One page left plus one extra for this chapter!
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@rainfish: He probably is! *O*
@AeryonSun: Mm-hmm! *nods sagely* Isn't it about time, too?
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Oh man, is there by any chance that lan is some powerful being or that he some godly essence? I can feel like something big is going to happen, and the words you foreshadowed before probably give me a huge reason to suspect it. That when ying was told by her brother that nothing will happen to her body during the fusion, means that something will!!! and will be all because of that dude!!! he's going to stop the fusion midway, and make the goddess piss off :( so much feels !!
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I bet hes more interested in murdering the 'God' then stopping the fusion. Damn!
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Mary MacGill Wave Collection
Sculptural hoop earrings with gold-filled wire. Earrings come with plastic backs. The wave collection is inspired by the shoreline of New England.
Hoop measures approximately 45mm wide and 43mm long.
Handmade in Germantown, New York & Block Island without the use of heat or chemicals.
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It's estimated that 43,500 people are living with the now curable blood borne virus in London - among the highest prevalence in England - with 40% failing to access treatment support.1 Already, great work has been done to treat 2,500 people in the last year,2 but we still need to improve links to healthcare in local communities that can reach those most at risk.
Among those who inject drugs, or have previously injected, almost 50% have hepatitis C - a figure that sadly has remained mostly unchanged for the past 10 years.3 For over 50 years, we've been able to provide open access drug support services to thousands of people across London. We're now working closely with The Hepatitis C Trust and other service providers, like Addaction and CGL, to deliver hepatitis C interventions within drug service settings across the UK.
Our ability to eliminate hepatitis C will ultimately be limited by our capacity to find and treat those who remain undiagnosed, and to help those who are diagnosed engage with treatment support. This can only be done if we have a local focus on the wider social issues that are impacting the lives of people most at risk.
Chairing a roundtable on World Hepatitis Day (28 July), I was able to address local healthcare professionals, and representatives from the London Assembly, Public Health England and the charity and voluntary sector, to agree on the following priorities for eliminating hepatitis C in London:


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As part of the inaugural tour of the state by new Colorado Governor Bill Ritter and Lt. Gov. Barbara O'Brien, Union Pacific ran a passenger special with the two on board between Greeley and Pueblo. Along the route, the train wold be making stops for meet-and-greet events with the newly-elected politicians. Also, seats were open to the public, at a low $300 each. (Honestly, for some seriously rare mileage, that's probably a bargain.) Feeling a little broke, I figured I'd just photograph it instead, but even that came into doubt when the weather forecast was for snow and overcast skies.
The schedule for the train was published on the Governor's website as follows:
Contrary to weather forecasts from Friday, Saturday was blue and sunny over the Front Range, although bitterly cold. Throughout the day, temperatures hovered in the mid-single digits. So, I headed out with a couple other fans from Colorado Springs around 1020h to go find this unusual move. The train was scheduled to leave Greeley at 1000h and be into Denver for the first whistle-stop event at 1130h. Whether it made it out on time I don't know, but we made it to Union Station in plenty of time, as the special was 50 minutes down from the schedule upon arrival. The frigid cold hadn't deterred many from the media or from the railfan community, though, as there were plenty of cameras on hand when the train arrived.
Anticipating problems staying ahead of the train through South Denver and Littleton, we headed down to a spot just north of Sedalia to await its passing. While there had been rumors of the train running the wrong way on the northbound main in order to go around the coal traffic, this was confirmed by finding a stopped coal drag at Louviers. So we staked out a previously-unconsidered spot along the northbound main with a nice long clear section of track and plenty of snow on the ground. Around 1420h, the special arrived, making good speed but even further down from the schedule.
We caught it a few more times between Sedalia and Colorado Springs, but as it was moving right along, that was a bit of a challenge. Even though running 95 minutes late at the Springs, it was still there in time to be seen in the last rays of the sun. There were also a number of buses waiting in front of Giuseppe's (aka the old depot), so I suspect that some of the passengers may have completed the run on rubber tires so as to make the dinner in Pueblo on time.
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You'll Want to Visit These Hidden Destinations in Sydney
If you have visited Sydney a few times already, you've probably seen its most popular attractions, like the Sydney Opera House, the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Bondi Beach, the list goes on.
These famous spots are always packed with people and, sometimes, you may feel like you've seen it all. Well, it's time you started to look for some places that may have gone under your radar.
But one thing's for sure, you can still discover some hidden destinations and exciting things to do, and the most convenient and best way to get around is by having your own car. You'll have the freedom to go anywhere, anytime you please.
So, make sure you do your homework and look for an affordable and reliable car rental in Parramatta - Sydney to save some cash and avoid the hassle of taking public transport or expensive cab rides.
Now's your chance to get off the beaten track. Get out of the house and spend some time to explore Sydney's best-kept secrets. Here's a list of some lesser-known spots that are worth a visit.
Paddington Reservoir Gardens
Built in 1866, the Paddington Reservoir was intended to meet the city's increasing water demands. However, it discontinued supplying water after several decades and went through a couple of changes, from being a garage to a petrol station, until it finally became a heritage-listed site. Now, it is a beautiful garden that many people have grown to love.
Wendy's Secret Garden
This place used to be an abandoned train yard and became an eyesore for many. But thanks to Wendy Whiteley, this secret garden underwent a much-needed makeover in 1992. Now, it is a beautiful garden that is home to native and exotic plants, elegant sculptures, winding paths, and stunning views of Sydney Harbour. It is the perfect spot to take a relaxing stroll or enjoy a picnic on a lazy afternoon.
Barangaroo Reserve
More and more people are looking for beautifully designed spaces, and one place that is worth checking out is Barangaroo Reserve, which opened in 2015. Formerly a vacant wharf, the site is now a park and entertainment space that features panoramic views of the Sydney Harbour. You can have a picnic at the reserve and find a broad selection of delicious eats and beverages at the nearby food and retail precinct.
Milk Beach
No matter what time of the year it is, there's no better place to have a bit of fun and enjoyment than Milk Beach. Only a few places other than this lovely hidden gem can offer you a gorgeous view of the city, a world-class spot for a picnic, and calm blue waters. This beach is a long-kept secret even from locals which you can find tucked away in Vaucluse.
Because this place is almost like a fairytale wonderland, it is perfect for going away with your mates and loved ones. You can enjoy plenty of fun activities, like fishing, snorkeling, swimming, or a leisurely stroll by the seaside.
Karloo Walking Track
Sometimes, you just need to get away from the hustle and bustle of Sydney's CBD. What better way to relax and relieve stress than to explore the stunning sights and sounds that you can only experience at Karloo Track. Get your nature fix and enjoy a relaxing meal with your mates by the gushing waters of Uloola Falls.
I would love to hear from you! Is there any place you think should be included in the list? Which hidden destination would you like to visit and why? What are some of the best kept secret spots in Sydney have you visited? Share your thoughts by leaving a comment below.


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I managed to put some Bonjella in Benjamin's mouth today (he locks his lips tight most of the time) and counted five or six teeth cutting through. Poor little man. But at least they are all coming at once and the pain does not have to be prolonged!!!! Bonjella is wonderful stuff!!!!!!
Author: Belinda
Books, books and more books…… (and motorbike magazines)
Ben loves books, which we are very happy about as I have a huge collection from being a teacher and have a great love of children's books. I thought it would be nice to record his favourites from month to month. He knows what he likes. He chooses books himself and will bring them to you to read but will also push a book away if he doesn't like it. He has a book cupboard which he sits at daily and pulls out books and sits and reads them. We seem to accumulate a small pile of books to read at bedtime and If I try to skip some he digs to find them in the pile. Benjamin and Andrew also like to read the magazine – Australian Motorcycle News.
His favourites at the moment are: "Dig Dig Digging" by Margaret Mayo and Alex Ayliffe, "Mice Squeak-We Speak" by Tomie do Paola (A poem by Arnold L Shapiro) and "Where is the Green Sheep?" by Mem Fox and Judy Horacek. He also likes to read "Peek-a-Boo" by InnovativeKids. I have put photos of us in this book and he is beginning to tell me who it is. It is such a joy to read with him.
Eating Out
Tonight we thought it was about time that we started to go out for dinner. So of course it was off to Hoggies! Ben had his first curly fries (as well as his usual veges etc). In hind sight maybe tonight wasn't that great of a choice as Ben had no afternoon sleep. He didn't scream the place down or anything but he was demanding and a little grumpy. Although he did flirt with the waitresses. We both remembered eating out used to be much easier. We live in hope that one day it will be again!!!! Ben just needs lots of practise.
Standing Tall
Another milestone was reached today!!! Ben stood tall not hanging onto anything. It may have been for only about five seconds but he did it. What makes it so lovely is that both Mum and Dad (Belinda and Andrew) saw it. How lucky are we!!!
What's with all the worry!!!
It's Belinda here (my first post).
Since Ben has been born I have worried about everything – he's not asleep, he's asleep to long, he's not eating, he's not crawling, he can't have dairy, he's got wind ………………. I have even woken him up to see if he is ok (what an idiot!!!!).
All this worry gets in the way of enjoying being a mum. I am so lucky I don't have to go back to work. I have the time to enjoy all the little things. But at times I find myself fussing and worrying about ridiculous things.
Andrew has been overseas this week for work so It has been Ben and I at home. He has had a cold and we have been to the doctors twice. We went to the doctors today and I could hear Andrew in my head 'You're fussing, relax, it's ok'. The doctor was pleased to see Ben but said he is on the mend and there is no need to worry. He also was able to have a look in Ben's mouth (something he rarely lets you do) and said he is cutting a pile of teeth…… but I'm getting off the topic.
But anyhow…. I'm getting to my point. At the chemist today when we filled the script, the lady behind the counter waved goodbye to Ben and said 'bye' as we were leaving. Ben smiled, waved goodbye and said 'bye'. My heart melted. Also on the way to the car he waved and said 'bye' to everyone who looked at him and some that didn't. Also on the way home in the car the song 'If you are happy and you know it' came on. Ben was doing his clap and lifting his arms and saying 'hooray' which he says more like 'yaaaay'. It's his latest trick. These little milestones – the waving, saying 'bye' and 'yaaay'. Make you realise how ridiculous all the worry is. I have had him at the doctors twice this week, fussed and worried about him. When I failed to realise that yes he has a cold but his happy!!! The chemist (who was behind the back counter) even popped his head out and called Benjamin a 'happy chappy' because he was chatting a way in his pram. He will only be little for such a short amount of time. I need to lessen the worrying. I need to embrace and enjoy all the milestones and happy days before he is all grown up………cos' he is a genius you know?!!!


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Full Moon March 2nd 2018 – Prepping for Psychic Surgery
This Full Moon in Virgo, sign of order, healing and purity, reminds us to take care of ourselves!! That practical nudge is important, because right now, we're overwhelmed by moods and emotions (Pisces). Old wounds, sadness and hurts can feel almost suffocating. But, if used well, some real, profound healing can happen in the next two months - cutting deep to take out the root cause of your inner discomfort.
Opposites attract
With the Sun, Venus, Mercury, Neptune, Chiron and Juno currently in Pisces, you probably spent the last few weeks immersed in your feelings, watching your favorite netflix show all night, listening to music, and/or were wistfully nursing a heart ache and hard-to-define wounded emotions.
Virgo stands for the very opposite, it's all about taking action in a pragmatic way. Virgo knows how to dress a wound or to cook the right food to make a sick friend feel better. The Moon is highlighting practical action, and brings common sense into the Piscean Ocean.
Stay On Course
In the next two weeks you'll be more inclined to take care of practical things. It's not about shutting down your sensitive side. But from 2018 to 2020, we are in Saturn-in-Capricorn territory. It's time to check the foundations and the basic elements of your life and see if they are sound and sustainable, for you personally. Just dreaming, or letting yourself go in vague feelings or doubts is not good enough now. You'll need to stay on course and make things work.
Cosmic Check-Ups
This Pisces season brings, yet again, and for the last time until 2061, a meet-up with Chiron in Pisces. Old hurts may be popping up, a buried dream; an almost unbearable feeling of not being seen, not being worthy; a broken heart, doubts, fears, regrets. Use those feelings as hints where you need to reinforce your inner or outer life base. Just like a a week of heavy rain can either make you melancholic, or you can check where the roof needs reinforcement. In the next two weeks, approach any psychological (and physical) wounds with pragmatism. Look to solutions instead of wallowing in self-pity.
Elder friends
A friendly aspect to Saturn shows possible rewards. Keep your eyes open for support, for help from elders, or authorities. There may be much more possible than you think. A parent may suddenly offer you money, or a truly good piece of advice; old friends may appear again in an hour of need, or you can be the guardian angel for some neighbor or elderly person in the street that can make you channel your compassion into something tangible.
Surgery Ahead
Actually, March is very much about taking a big step in healing part of your biggest wound, for good. Chiron has been in Pisces since April 2010, and is leaving for Aries in April 2018. The last 8 years brought confrontations with so much grief that it sometimes seemed bottomless. March/April bring all those topics, collectively and individually, to a culmination point, but with an end in sight.
The most important dates are: Venus/Mercury conjunction ON CHIRON, March 4th; a first culmination that can bring you deep insight on what you need to heal. Then, the New Moon March 17th, conjunct Chiron, yet again brings a boost of Chirotic energy (realizing, then healing, a deep inner hurt). Finally, on April 16th/17th, Chiron moves into Aries a mere day after a New Moon close to Uranus. Expect something big to happen in the world, and possibly a big realization in your personal life. As Uranus is involved, this realization can come through a big upset, so be prepared!
Steps Of Healing
To give you more perspective on why this March/April are so special: We are wrapping up 8 years of Chiron in Pisces; and especially, we're wrapping up the time from August 2017 until this April when EACH New Moon happened in aspect to Chiron and Uranus. This was a most rare phenomenon, the mathematical probability of which is slight. You can look back to to time periods then: to 2010 - 2018; and to what happened since August 2017 up to now. What did you find out about yourself, your insecurities, how much more do you accept yourself now then you used to back then? What stories, what incidents in your life have left you deeply scarred / fell into a pattern of childhood hurts, and what do you need to treat those wounds so they can heal for good?
When Will It Be Over?
The ultimate steps will happen in December 2018, when Mars moves through late Pisces, and in March/April 2019 when Mercury goes retrograde in that same area. Except for the time from September 2018 to February 2019, Chiron will not be back in Pisces until 2061. So the last encounters of the Wounded Healer with Venus and Mercury, our Heart and Soul, and the Moons that highlight Chiron, herald something big!
Be prepared for March and April, do your homework. Be dedicated, be of service, get help or help yourself. Deal with whatever weighs on your heart and happyness. We are currently going through a unique moment in time. So much inner and outer mud and dirt can be swept out by Virgo's broom... Light up the candles in your sanctuary and clean house!!
Happy, healing, Full Moon!


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Ever needed to change the name (hostname) of the computer and/or laptop that you are on…we'll, I've needed to do this a few times.
So I'm documenting for the rest of the world…if you've ever experienced the pain and found it a bit frustrating or furthermore, if its your first time changing the hostname on your MAC OS — let me help you. Note, this needs to be done via the terminal. The terminal can be access via the Applications -> Utilities -> Terminal. Check out these quick terminal shortcuts.
To simply find out the hostname of your Mac:
Run the following command: hostname
Source: https://support.apple.com/kb/PH18720?locale=en_US
Whatever the output of the above command…that is your hostname (local name for your computer). So may you want to change it? Hopefully, you want to as that is the point of this quick blog post.
To change the hostname on your MAC, do the following:
sudo scutil –set HostName ReplaceDesiredHostNameHere
That will rename your hostname — these changes won't take affect immediately. You'll need to close the terminal session for it to take place.
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From September, Etihad Stadium will become Marvel Stadium. So, who better to get all the details on the name change of one of the busiest and diverse stadiums in Melbourne than CEO, Michael Green. Peter caught up with Michael for our latest "White with one".
Peter: How do you take your coffee?
Cappuccino with one sugar. I have no more than two a day and both in the morning.
Peter: A man close to my own heart. How long have you worked at Etihad Stadium and what is your background?
16 & ½ years – I'm one of the longest serving staff members. I actually worked here in the pre-construction days in the late '90's, so I've literally seen it grow from nothing. Before that, I was at the Hawks and started my career in Tasmania working for Federal Hotels.
Peter: What makes Etihad one of the most unique venues in the world?
Definitely its versatility. Most people would not know that we are the busiest multi-purpose stadium in the world based on the number and variety of events we hold. We have between 75-85 a year and these are only the ones on the ground, let alone our function events.
Peter: What have been some of your highlights over the 16 years?
The first UFC event where we broke the world record for attendance at a UFC event. Also, Adele who now holds the record for the biggest crowd at the stadium – 78,000+. The International Convention of Jehovah's Witnesses was also fascinating to be part of – 200,000 people over 3 days. They even provided a team of volunteers to help clean the stadium both before and after the conference. Also, the 2010 AC/DC concerts were amazing and definitely the loudest crowd noise I've ever heard!
Peter: What are some of your proudest moments while being CEO at Etihad Stadium?
I'm most proud of the way we work as a team to give our patrons the best customer experience we possibly can. Whilst no venue is perfect, we have continued to improve.
Peter: If you could hold any event at the stadium, what would it be?
I'd love to have a major league baseball game. Hopefully it will happen one day.
Peter: What is your favourite event to attend in Melbourne?
I describe myself as being born with a racebook in one hand, so its thoroughbred horse racing for me. My Dad bred horses so I grew up visiting the farm most weekends, so it's been in my blood since day dot. Derby Day at Flemington is the best day of the year for me – wouldn't miss it for anything!
Peter: Why is Melbourne a great city to host major events?
We do it better than any other city in the world and we are unique in that there is something for everyone to follow, whether it be sport, arts, food or music – whatever. I love the multicultural aspects of Melbourne and whilst there are many bigger cities than us, none compare to what we can offer.
Peter: Who is your most admired Melburnian?
The late Ron Walker, he was instrumental in creating our "can do" attitude when it comes to major events.
Peter: Couldn't agree with you more. Where is your favourite place to get a coffee?
I rarely drink coffee outside work, so it's probably "In a Rush" on the Bourke St footbridge.
Peter: And finally, of course Etihad Stadium is about to become Marvel Stadium – tell us about that.
Yes, we're really looking forward to our new partnership with the Disney Corporation. Like us, they're all about creating great customer experiences and they'll bring a new dimension to the life of the stadium.
Peter: So, will we be seeing you in a Captain America outfit soon?
Not likely, as this old body is not quite in shape….. but you never know!!!
Peter: I can relate to that. Michael, thank you for your time and insights today.


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I have a WHOA.U short sleeve polo shirt, and it's white and it has 2 stripes of red and blue going through it. When I washed it, both colors like washed away, and the arm cuff was bleached. Does anyone have an idea for how to get the colors back and to take out the bleached parts? Please.
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Color of the Year
I just found out that we at SYI are exceptionally current!
Benjamin Moore, Power House of Color, has declared Guilford Green 2015's Color of the Year.
"Monochromatic colors feel right, right now," the good folks at BM tell us. "Try warm, cool, dark and light layers of the same hue. It's one chromatic concept, gracefully flowing room to room.
"Guilford Green (HC-116) is the color that ties this altogether [sic], our 2015 Color of the Year. A neutral color that is a natural. A silvery green that works a wide range of color combinations - from neutrals to daring shades."
You can download your own guide for 2015's Color Trends here. Meanwhile, what are your go-to colors? Colors that are somehow warm and cool all at once, or depending on the time of day and other things in the room? Colors that make brass and brushed nickel seem like natural companions? I call them Magical Colors. Revere Pewter (HC-172) is one that seems to be everywhere these days.
Just beware: a bridesmaid dress billed as "periwinkle" could arrive and strike you as "dentist blue" (as mine struck my sister fifteen years ago). Color defies language, and (gasp) probably Benjamin Moore's predictions, too. It's about how it feels to you, how the light strikes it, if it plays well with others. Guilford Green, Revere Pewter and Stratton Blue are great places to start. Where have you ended up with success?