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I have travelled Sri Lanka for 15 days, and though I had little time to actually paint, I collected some flowers/leafs. I dried all in a small travel herbarium I made; Negombo, Kalle, Tangalle, Kandy, Deniyaya, Hortan Plains. I picked up some leaves of the 2500 year old Bodhi tree, which is a sapling of the original Budha tree from India. So….browns for the leaves, the tiny flowers I found under a coconut tree and pods; burned umber, Van Dyck brown earth, sepia, Terra Puzzolli, walnut. Magenta/ madder red dark/dark red and permanent violet/China iridon violet for the flat dried flowers.
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In a previous post I wrote about my distaste for putting the foundation of Scripture in the Genesis creation account rather than the life, death, and resurrection of the Lord Jesus. This post is from another blog I once wrote on. Seems relevant to continue this discussion.
And God said, "Let there be light," and there was light.
-Genesis 1:3
A few months ago I began reading Metaphysics and the God of Israel by Neil B. MacDonald. It is a challenging read, but one that is worth investing time in. In these days, where many want to first interpret natural science and than apply it to the text of Genesis 1:1-11, I think the most important thing is to properly interpret the text itself, without reading anything into it in terms of natural science. Not that the text can't be read in this way, but science is not the only form of knowledge by in which we can know truth.
Some terms to understand what is being said;
- A locutionary act, the performance of an utterance: the actual utterance and its ostensible meaning, comprising phonetic, phatic and rhetic acts corresponding to the verbal, syntactic and semantic aspects of any meaningful utterance.
- an illocutionary act: the pragmatic 'illocutionary force' of the utterance, thus its intended significance as a socially valid verbal action.
The first chapter "The First Two Days of Creation: Time and Space" where he heavily relies on Claus Westermann's exegesis on Genesis 1:3 in his commentary Genesis 1-11: A Continental Commentary which I recommend highly. In it, he applies the speech act theory to the saying "Let there be light." Westermann contends that at this point God isn't really creating anything; he is creating the possibility of something (1). More is to be said on theories of time, A-B theories, how God relates to time and how time existed before God created the universe we now experience. What God was creating was the possibility of something other than Himself. He was creating temporal successiveness. He concludes it by summing up this way;
"From Claus Westermann's exegesis we learned that in saying, "Let there be light", God was creating temporal successiveness. Putting the speech-act theory and Westermann together, we can see that there are two different actions at work here. One is the locutionary action corresponding to the God saying "Let there be light". The other is the illocutionary action- which is other than the locutionary action- corresponding to God creating the possibility of time…"(2)
(1) Metaphysics and the God of Israel, pg. 9, MacDonald, B Neil, Baker Academic 2006
(2) Metaphysics and the God of Israel, pg. 18, MacDonald, B Neil, Baker Academic 2006


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"That is what this opportunity today is about: to give thought to my life, and to come to a realization about who I am, how I've changed, and about the realization of who my true friends really are, and what great influences these friends have on my life."
Each year, seniors at Shattuck-St. Mary's School deliver a speech to their peers on a topic of their choosing in the Newhall Auditorium. Often equal parts clever and moving, emotional and personal, each speech offers a glimpse into the lives, experiences, struggles, and triumphs of SSM seniors.
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John Curran
I struggled with a problem of letting things go and not worrying about what others thought. These thoughts affected everything I did from soccer to school, and they kept getting worse and worse. Sometimes, they would keep me up at night to the point where I could barely get any sleep.
But when I met my best friend the summer of my sophomore year, things started to change. Throughout that year, I was able to talk to her about the thoughts I was having and she would tell me the opposite, and give me proof of how I was wrong. This continued for the longest time, though every day was a little bit better. Letting small things go like name calling, for example, was a start and it honestly helped improve my life. To this day, I still struggle with this problem, but every day, it gets a little better. If people do tune out, that's okay. This experience is for me.
So in the end, I did have an experience in my life that changed me for the better, and that is worth sharing today. I guess that is what this opportunity today is about: to give thought to my life, and to come to a realization about who I am, how I've changed, and about the realization of who my true friends really are, and what great influences these friends have on my life.
Imani Paluku
I am forever grateful to everyone who helped me during this difficult time. I also thank my current roommates for pushing me to be the best person I can be on and off the field. They are always there for me and are always trying to make sure that I smile so I can forget about my injury.
I've been through a lot of difficult times in my life, and I know that I can always count on my mother to support me. She has always been there in my life, and I know that if I ever get in trouble or need someone to talk to, she is the first person I would go to.


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Sean Dyche's Clarets host lowly Doncaster Rovers, the Hoops welcome Wigan Athletic and the Royals are at home to basement club Barnsley.
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The Clarets have won each of their last three meetings with Rovers. Dyche's side start as odds-on 1/2 favourites for another three points, which will see them close in on automatic promotion. Odds of 27/20 on Burnley winning to nil against a team in the bottom-six are also attractive.
Sam Vokes, from the penalty spot, and highly-rated right back Kieran Trippier were both on target in the reverse fixture. Back the former at 4/1 to score first again here.
Chris Baird, who recently signed for the Turf Moor outfit, is likely to deputise for the latter, so place faith in his experience and take even-money on a clean sheet for the hosts.
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Former England striker Bobby Zamora scored on his only previous Championship outing – in West Ham colours – against Wigan. Back him at 6/4 to net anytime here.
Richard Dunne returns from suspension for the hosting Hoops, so that will strengthen their backline. Take odds of 17/10 on QPR shutting Uwe Rosler's Latics out, which they managed to do in the reverse fixture.
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The first time I made these mini cherry pies it was the height of summer. Cherry season in the UK is short but sweet, spanning only a few weeks during July and August. So, armed with a fresh punnet of succulent, juicy berries, I could think of no better way to enjoy them than baked in a buttery pastry and topped with an almond crumble.
How disappointed I was. Sweet, dark cherries are divine eaten fresh, but it turns out that once cooked with sugar, practically all of the cherry flavour was lost. Never one to be defeated by a dessert, I returned to the drawing board (and kitchen!)
Having tested both fresh & frozen cherries, I finally stumbled upon the winning fruit. Canned sour cherries! Since they are sour to begin with, adding sugar to make the filling doesn't hide the cherry flavour. And the best part? We can now enjoy these pies at their best, all year round.
Autumn is the season of the pie, so when drafting my Thanksgiving menu, I made sure that there was a mind-blowing pie contingency. Of course, I'll serve the classic – pumpkin pie – but I've also thrown in a new twist on another old timer with my Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Bites. To complete the trio, I'll make these glorious cherry pies. If the reception they got at my Backyard BBQ Bash is anything to go by, it's going to be a hard task choosing a winner from that lineup!
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Making the Pastry
This pastry is my absolute favourite for anything sweet, it's my go-to for mince pies and I even created a cocoa version for these Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Pie Bites. Best of all its fairly easy to make.
Measuring the egg is a bit fiddly – crack an egg or two into a small bowl and beat until the yolk and white are combined. Weigh the required amount of this into another small container and you're good to go. Mix the butter and sugar until no lumps remain. Gradually add the beaten egg and once it's all incorporated, add the flour and mix until just combined – you don't want to overwork the dough here. Tip onto your work surface, bring it together and make sure no lumps remain.
I like to roll it while it's still soft – there's nothing worse than leaving it to rest in the fridge too long and having a hard block to work with. Roll it out to about 2/3mm between two sheets of baking paper or clingfilm and it won't stick to anything. This is when I then pop it into the fridge and leave for 15-20 mins or until it's firmed up.
Lining the Mini Cherry Pies
Take your dough out of the fridge and use a 9cm round pastry cutter to cut discs. Lay these pastry circles over the holes of a 12 hole muffin tin and carefully push them down. This gets a lot easier with practice so don't worry if your first few attempts aren't picture perfect, the rustic look is what we are aiming for here!
Making the Sour Cherry Pie Filling
Two simple ingredients, canned sour cherries and sugar, form the base of this filling. I've added a small amount of almond extract because it pairs so beautifully with the cherry and really enhances the flavour. The cornflour helps to thicken the cherry mix, preventing a soggy bottomed pie!
To make the filling, place the cherries, syrup, sugar and almond extract into a pan and stir until the sugar has dissolved before bringing to a simmer. Take a little bit of cherry juice from the pan and in a small bowl, mix with the cornflour until you have a smooth paste. Return this paste to the pan and simmer until the filling has thickened. Easy as pie 😉
Making the Almond Crumble Pie Topping
To make the almond crumble topping, simply mix the sugar, flour and ground almonds into a bowl. Add the butter in small cubes and rub the mix between your fingers until it resembles breadcrumbs.
Baking the Mini Cherry Pies
Now all that's left is to spoon the sour cherry filling into your mini pie cases. Don't be tempted to overfill them as they bubble up a fair bit as they cook! Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C. After 5 minutes, remove from the oven and sprinkle the crumble topping over the mini cherry pies. I found that if I add the crumble at the beginning, the filling takes on a cloudy appearance. But be warned, if you add it too late into the bake it won't bake through and brown!
Return the pies to the oven and continue to bake for another 15-20 minutes. They are done when the cherry filling is bubbling and the pastry & crumble is golden brown. Leave to cool for 15 minutes then invert the tin over a wire cooling rack and the pies should pop out. If they are being a little stubborn, give the base of the tin a tap – sometimes the overflowing cherry filling can cause it to cling on!
These pies are a firm favourite with my family and friends! Who will you impress with morsels of mini cherry pies? Let us know in the comments below.
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Libertarians believe that a smaller, efficient government best serves our city, county, state and our nation.
Libertarians seek to reduce government to a size necessary to efficiently support its constitutional responsibility and get rid of unnecessary programs and agencies. Libertarians support balancing the budgets at all levels of government by cutting expenditures, and not by raising taxes.
As government debt, unfunded obligations, and unnecessary spending are eliminated, the generated savings must be returned to the people of Texas in the form of lower taxes.
Libertarians want government limited to it's primary functions: to protect your freedom and your constitutional rights of Life, Liberty, and Property -- all crucial rights for building a free and prosperous society.
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Are Libertarians Anarchists?
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Like this post. Would like to expand just a bit.ReplyDelete
One of the key concepts here is Limited Government, not just small. Government intrusion into areas where it doesn't belong is not acceptable no matter how small and efficient the intrusion is.
Other thing to remember is that if the government, with your tax dollars, pay some private company to do a function that is still part of the government. As long as your tax dollars pay for it, it's government. There are times when that is the smart thing for a government to do. We just have to remember it's still government and needs the same level of oversight and responsibility we demand from any government agency or function.
Again, good post.
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- Long-sleeved shirt and pants
- Sprayer
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- Mancozeb
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Measure the area you plan to treat. Mancozeb is quite potent and one gallon is enough to treat 1000 square feet. Put on latex or rubber gloves and a long-sleeved shirt and pants prior to handling Mancozeb.
Clean the sprayer thoroughly with the cleaning agent. This can be a commercial sprayer cleaner or dish soap. Whichever you use, rinse thoroughly to ensure there are no contaminants in the sprayer.
Make a slurry with the mancozeb. Mix the measured amount of mancozeb into a small amount of water in a separate container to make a slurry before adding it to the rest of the water. Use one teaspoon of mancozeb for each 1000 square feet you are treating.
Add water to the sprayer. For each tablespoon of mancozeb, use one gallon of water. Pour the slurry into the water that is in the sprayer and agitate to mix.
Apply the mancozeb solution with the sprayer. Follow the directions for your particular sprayer for details on its function. Leaves must be thoroughly covered for the fungicide to be effective and treatment must be done on a regular schedule.


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|Chinese/oriental ruffians.
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1. Thou shalt not make unto thee any graven images.
2. Thou shalt not take the name of the Lord thy God in vain.
3. Remember the sabbath day, to keep it holy.
4. Honor thy father and thy mother: that thy days may be long.
5. Thou shalt not kill.
6. I am the Lord thy God, ... Thou shalt have no other gods before me.
7. Thou shalt not commit adultery.
8. Thou shalt not steal.
9. Thou shalt not bear false witness against thy neighbor.
10.Thou shalt not covet thy neighbor's house.
Make no mistake the ten commandments are as real today as they were the day they were written by God in stone and given to Moses. These are the living words of our God given to man to live by. Make no mistake there is no other God and our God is a living God therefore his word is living word. Given freely to follow by all whom are called to follow. The seed is planted will it grow or wither and die? Are you living as sucklings or are you eating meat and bread? Feed yourself of the word of God and drink from the well spring of life which is the word of God. For we all have everlasting life, an eternal spirit which will live for ever. You decide if it is to be in heaven or Hell each is the captain of his own ship. If you believe you are the temple of God for God dwells within you. Do not defile the temple of God his living word tells us how to live it is up to us to follow his word.
Many people mistakenly look at the Ten Commandments as a set of rules that, if followed, will guarantee entrance into heaven after death. In contrast, the purpose of the Ten Commandments is to force people to realize that they cannot perfectly obey the Law (Romans 7:7-11), and are therefore in need of God's mercy and grace. Despite the claims of the rich young ruler in Matthew 19:16, no one can perfectly obey the Ten Commandments (Ecclesiastes 7:20). The Ten Commandments demonstrate that we have all sinned (Romans 3:23) and are therefore in need of God's mercy and grace, available only through faith in Jesus Christ.
Jesus was asked this very question by a Pharisee who was considered to be "an expert in the law" (Matthew 22:34-36). Jesus answered by saying: "Love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your mind. This is the greatest and most important commandment. The second is like it: Love your neighbor as yourself. All the Law and the Prophets depend on these two commandments" (Matthew 22:37-40).
Jesus gives us two commandments that summarize all the laws and commands in Scripture. The Ten Commandments in Exodus 20 deal with our relationship with God and then our relationship with other people. One naturally flows out of the other. Without a right relationship with God, our relationships with others will not be right either. The cause of the world's problems is that man needs to be reconciled to God. We will never love our neighbor as ourselves if we do not first love God with all our heart, mind and soul. All of man's best efforts towards world peace will fail as long as men are living in rebellion against God.
Because Jesus answered this very question and His answer is recorded in Scripture, we don't have to wonder or search for the answer ourselves. The only question left for us to answer is do we live according to these commandments? Do we truly love God with all our hearts, all our souls, and all our minds, and do we really love our neighbor as ourselves? If we are truthful with ourselves we know that we do not, but the good news is that the law and commandments were given as "a tutor to bring us to Christ, that we might be justified by faith"(Galatians 3:24). Only as we realize our sinfulness and hopelessness will we turn to Christ alone as the only hope of salvation.
The Ten Commandments are not a set of rules which will guarantee salvation if followed. They have been given for an entirely different purpose. Galatians 3:24 says that the law is a schoolmaster that guards us, teaches us and leads us to Christ. What that means is that when we look at the Ten Commandments, we should see that we have broken them and recognize our utter helplessness to do what is right in God's eyes. We have all sinned and fallen short of His glory and goodness (Romans 3:23), and therefore we need His love and mercy (Romans 7:24-8:1). Thankfully, we have been given the amazing gift of forgiveness through Jesus Christ, and all who believe and trust Him can say, with King David, "Blessed are those whose lawless deeds are forgiven, and whose sins are covered; blessed is the man against whom the Lord will not count his sin" (Psalm 32:1).
As Christians we strive to love God with all our heart, soul and mind and as our hearts and minds are transformed by the indwelling presence of the Holy Spirit we are able to begin to love others as ourselves, yet we still fail to do so which again drives us back to the cross of Christ and the hope of salvation that stems from the imputed righteousness of Christ and not from any merit of our own.
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Scuba Girls
This is Nikki and I during our underwater shooting. We both got so hot for each other that we wanted to get each other off. However, the rain came in and we decided to take it to the bedroom. We were so turned on and wet! She's going to the keys with me in a couple of weeks! That's going to be hot!
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AOPA is supporting the Aviation Association of New Hampshire (AANH) in an effort to save five of the state's 10 privately owned public-use airports from being sold, and possibly closed, within the next two years. The New Hampshire Division of Aeronautics issued a report naming the five airports that are expected to go up for sale and outlining a series of steps that must be taken to preserve them. AANH is sponsoring an awareness meeting at 7 p.m., June 15, at Concord Municipal Airport, Concord Aviation Services. Jack Ferns, director of aeronautics for the New Hampshire Department of Transportation, will present the division's report during the meeting. AOPA encourages all members to attend and show their support for protecting the general aviation airports in the state.
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Mobile Oil Change Business Marketing How To
Once you have purchased your equipment and are ready to start your new mobile oil change business, then next thing you need to do is build a decent customer base. The most commonly used and most effective means of marketing the onsite oil change business is by using a low key approach. This approach, also known as low stress sales, is effective because people don't really need to be sold on servicing their vehicles. An oil change is something everyone with a vehicle needs. The most commonly used low key approach is handing out flyers to your potential customers and informing them of the services that you offer. Below are several sales pitches used by Timesaver Oil and Lube to gain new customers. Feel free to use these pre-written speeches to market your own mobile oil change business.
Client Presentation
Hand your flyer to the person and say:
"Hello. My name is (your name). We have a new service available to the area. Our business is called (name of your business). What we do is come here with a self-contained van that allows us to do complete oil, lube and filter change on any car or truck right outside in the parking lot. It is more convenient than wasting a lunch break at Jiffy Lube or losing your car for the day at a dealer. "
Then point to the flyer and say:
"What we do is, using Pennzoil oil and Pennzoil filters, we change your oil and oil filter, lubricate the chassis, top and fill all your fluids, and safety check these remaining items, all for (your price here). It's a lot more convenient than what you've had to do in the past. Also, once you are a customer of ours, we take responsibility for contacting you every three months to remind you the service needs to be done again. So, if you would like to try our service just call this number and we will make an appointment at your convenience. Thank you!"
Another successful but brief client presentation is:
"Hi! My name is (your name). (Hand flyer to person). This is a new service we are offering in the area. We do a complete oil, lube and filter change right here, outside in the parking lot for just (your price). Give us a call if you would like to give our service a try. Thank You!
Presentation to a fleet operator
No matter whom you speak with initially, always use the client presentation to start. If you know going in or the client tells you he is a fleet operator, then open your presentation book and say:
"For fleet operators such as yourself we prepare a Fleet Maintenance Log like this one (point to the Fleet Maintenance Log Sheet and let the customer take a look at it). It stays here in the office as a permanent record of all information pertinent to your fleet. Here's how it works. We list your vehicles by plate numbers or a number you have chosen. Each vehicle has its own sheet. For no additional charge, we come once a month, take the log, go out into the yard, log the mileage and, once the vehicle has gone the predetermined mileage upon which you and I agree, the service is done. If the vehicle has not met the mileage then no service will be done and no service will be charged. This way you have a professional looking at and servicing your fleet on a regular basis. Because we perform the service on-site and only when the vehicles are not in use, you will have no vehicle down time and save money and time getting better use out of your vehicles and personnel. All that we ask is that you think about it and if you are interested we will come out and survey your fleet and give you an exact price on what the service will cost. Thank you!"
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Fartleks and life changes
Being as neurotic as I am, it's expected that my obsessiveness carries over into almost everything that I do. Running has been absolutely no exception. Sometime last July I found a training schedule online that promised I would be able to run a half marathon in 12 weeks - They were right. So I stuck with it, and I'm still using it to train for my upcoming half marathon in May. If anyone was to suggest adjusting or changing said schedule, my eye would start twitching and I would feel panic set in because why, why on earth would I want to do that? You don't stray from the schedule. You obey the schedule.
Well, I learned something new this week. One of my new work friends, Mandy, who is Super Woman and ran two full marathons within a month of each other, approached me about running together a few weeks ago. Honestly, I was hesitant at first because my little schedule never mentioned anything about running with a partner, and I am conditioned to run alone. All I know is running by myself on the trail or treadmill, and since I've been steadily improving my times, I thought I was doing just fine with that routine. But Mandy has been running for several years and really knows her stuff, so I took it as an opportunity to step outside my comfort zone, try something new, and learn from someone much more experienced than me.
Oh boy! Did she not only take my outside of my running comfort zone, she picked me up and tossed me so far outside of it that I couldn't even SEE my comfort zone anymore. Physically running with another person wasn't a concern of mine; we both agreed we like to crank our jams up loud, thus eliminating the need to be social and gasp through a conversation. What made me nervous was straying away from my pre-determined running distance and pace, and I was afraid I was going to mess up my endurance because I had to push too hard or something similarly OCD like that. But I was wrong. Very wrong.
Today Mandy formally introduced me to fartleks and today I learned that I do not like them. Despite the name being wildly hilarious (because I have the mentality of a 6 year-old boy), there is nothing funny about them at all. After we ran an 8 minute mile, we did 10 rounds of sprinting at our fastest possible speed for 1 minute, followed by 1 minute of walking. (I'm not built for speed. I'm built for a nice, long scenic cruise ... so these did not sit well with my legs). Then we cooled down with another mile or two, finishing us off at about 5.17 miles for the session.
I feel amazing now. They were totally worth it. It's going to definitely help my running. Mandy runs like a beast.
I told you that long FARTlek story as kind of an introduction to what I really wanted to write about today. I've been feeling really convicted lately that I need to make some serious life changes. I've been trying to ignore a nagging feeling in my gut that I'm going through an identity crisis. (Don't make fun of me. It happens to 40 year-old men all the time.) It just sounds so stupid to me. I think that's why I've been ignoring it for so long. I started to notice these feelings right around the time I made the decision to leave my advertising job and work from home last fall. Advertising was all I had been working towards and all I thought I wanted in a career, so now what was I supposed to do? A dream of mine died and I was left feeling confused and insecure. I'm a girl who has a plan at all times, feeling lost and uncertain are not concepts I'm all too familiar with. I had to start asking myself tough questions like, "What do I really want out of life?" and "What do I like?" and "What is important to me?"
So, I did what anyone else would do in my situation - I stuffed my feelings back down inside and tried to carry on, focusing more on trying to make ends meet than trying to make myself happy. Don't get me wrong, working from home was/is amazing and I do have aspirations of being a full-time stay-at-home mommy some day, but I felt a little empty simply because I didn't know who I was anymore. If I wasn't Courtney: Aspiring Creative Director ... who was I?
I made promises to myself to do some soul-searching and find a new direction, but I only got as far as "Step 1: make some time to do some soul-searching" because life happened, responsibilities beckoned, and I just didn't have time to sit on the grass and stare at the clouds, dreaming of what my life could be.
I'm content with publishing right now because I know publishing and it's generally something I'd like to learn more about. I've accepted that my job doesn't define me and since I want to ultimately stay at home with my children, breed beagles, and write for magazines any way, I figure it's just a means to an end. As long as I can pay my bills, have a little responsibility, and not leave the office crying every day, I consider that a good job. My job situation is leveling itself out and since my career was stealing such a huge part of my focus, I now have more free time to pay attention to something else in my life.
Sometimes I hestitate and hold back on things that I really want to discuss on my blog because the people I'm aware of that read this are my friends and family. This is an open forum to talk about whatever I want, but I still have a pestering fear that I'll be judged or say something or reveal something about myself that someone isn't going to like.
We all put up fronts and sometimes I feel like I'm one of the biggest posers.
I've constructed a lot of my identity based on what I think will seem appealing or cool to other people. I buy clothes that I think will reflect an image other people will find favorable. I say things or agree to activities that I think will make me seem interesting. I even try to come across as wildly busy and intriguing in my facebook status updates (FAIL). I say "no" to a lot of things I should say "yes" to, and I say "yes" to a lot of things I should say "no" to.
To make matters worse, I've built all of my opinions of myself by comparing myself to other people. I never seem to make "I am" statements. Rather, my daily dialouge consists of a lot of "I'm not" statements. "I'm not as ____ as _____" (insert varying adjective and person accordingly). I'm not as pretty as so-and-so. I'm not as smart as so-and-so. I'm not as sweet or soft-spoken or funny or fast or skinny as ...
My life consists of nothing but comparisons to other people, particularly other women. I'm constantly comparing and constantly discovering that I don't measure up based on the ridiculously high standards I thrust upon myself. I want to be perfect at everything and, since perfect is impossible, I'm exhausting myself chasing an ideal that I'll never reach.
This past Saturday I ran 10 miles in an 1 hour and 34 minutes. I set a goal for myself to run that distance in under an hour and a half. I came back from my run super pissed off at myself for not meeting my goal. Clayton asked me how it went, and I woefully shared that I missed my goal by 4 minutes. "But you still ran 10 miles in a really good time. A few months ago it took you over two hours to run that far. How could you possibly be mad about that?" he asked me. "Because," I said, kicking off my shoes and sitting on the couch in a huff, "lots of other runners can do it so much faster."
Then Clayton asked me a very sobering question that I've been asking myself ever since: "Courtney, who are you running for?"
That brings me to where I am right now. I'm having an identiy crisis. I need to make some changes, I need to find out what truly brings me joy - not what I think should be bringing me joy. I need to invest in my self-esteem and invest in liking myself instead of getting other people to like me. I'm nice enough. I think most people I meet can generally tolerate me. But honestly, sometimes I can't tolerate myself.
I'm not sure how I'm going to do it, but I'm going to. I'm going to do some brain storming tonight when I'm inevitably lying away in bed tonight, unable to sleep. I want to try new things that will give me personal satisfaction and pleasure. I want to strip away what I think I should be and find out what I really am. I'm probably not nearly as glamorous or as well put together as I so painfully try to maintain that I am. I'm probably not as girly as my wardrobe tries to say I am. I'm probably not nearly as interesting or entertaining as I want you all to believe.
And I'm probably going to be okay with that.


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Wednesday, November 25, 2015
Audrey's Tipsy Geese
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These are great - thanks for sharing.ReplyDelete
No, no, no. I LOVE improv. quilts! I positively drool over them.:) It's just very difficult for me to make them. For some reason the process makes me feel inept and completely out of my depth, but I'm trying to conquer my fears and learn regardless. I'm hoping that by diving in to this sort of piecing, I'll be able to make better and more 'me' quilts. Thanks for reposting my little quilt over here--it never could have happened without your wonderful book!ReplyDeleteReplies
Audrey, My mistake...What I should have said is you don't enjoy making improvised quilts. I see your folk art, (as you know they are my primary source of inspiration for most of my quilts) and always am impressed. You do great work, and write amazing stories. I am glad you worked through your fears. I now only hope you will walk on the other side of the line every once in a while :)Delete
I love this! Nicely done Audrey!ReplyDelete
I like it!! I don't know why, but I LOVE improv quilts in all of their quirkiness and originality. Thanks for sharing this!ReplyDelete
Love the movement in Audrey's Tipsy Geese ... so "free"ReplyDelete
"What's in a name? That which we call a rose by any other name would smell as sweet." Improv, scrappy, folk art. So many quilts to love! So many fears to conquer.ReplyDelete
Great quilt, your use of colors, contrast, light and dark, is what makes it stand out.ReplyDelete
No matter how they came to be, I love Audrey's geese.ReplyDelete


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Confusion reigns at Cafe Nes. You see, what they call an "Ouzo" is not just a glass of ouzo but also a plate of small snacks, (mezedes or tapas if you will), plus a glass of water.
The trouble comes when you want the snacks but not the booze, perhaps a coffee instead?
This boat-rocking nonsense causes holy uproar amongst all patrons of Cafe Nes (who all look exactly like the chap pictrued on the establishment's official napkin). Debates about our decision rage at side tables. Men shake their worry beads faster and faster. The puzzled waiter has to confirm three times that we want coffee rather than ouzo and then, just to be on the safe side, brings us ouzo anyway.
It's a bit like the time we tried to ask in the kebab shop at the bottom of the road if they might have any baklava. Horrified groups of men jumped from their chairs, waved their arms around, crossed themselves rapidly and shouted "Galatabouriko! Galatabouriko!" which basically meant "No, dummy - go to the cake shop!"
All right, all right, all right... SORRY!
Wednesday, December 5, 2007
Day 60 - An Ouzo is Not Just An Ouzo
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When it comes to high capacity concealed carry weapon, Glock 19 stand as on the most practical and effective design. It's compact, affordable and utilizes a fairly decent 9 x 19mm caliber which packs quite a punch given its dimension. Yet as with other product, the factory built iron sight of the Glock 19 is barely adequate in the average conditions. While you still use it to good effect, the sight did seem to be a bit lacking in certain cases such as nighttime. That is why knowing how to select the best sight for Glock 19 can come in handy.
There is a lot of sights available for purchase on the market, each possesses unique feature and specification. Since everyone got their own preference, a product that appears attractive to one person doesn't necessarily mean the same to other. So if you want to get a suitable sight, make sure that you know exactly what to look for beforehand. To go with the flow and decide on a whim might cost you plenty of money for no gain at all. Down below is information on usual Glock 19 sights, they can help you get the general idea of what to buy.
Sights style
- The Three Dot: This is a popular sight style that is employed by pistol manufactures as the gun stock sight. It consists of three dots that are painted with one in the front and two in the rear. For nighttime uses, in place of the normal paints, the dots will be illuminated by tritium inserts, photoluminescent paint or fiber optic. Several products even use a combination of both.
- The Two Dot: It's pretty much like the Three Dow but this time there is only one dot at the rear. The front dot is comparatively bigger than its rear counterpart. This set up should help you spot the front dot easily, therefore, lock on target rather fast. For the illumination, the sight uses the same methods as above.
- The I dot: Its design involves a line on the rear and a big dot on the front. When you aim with this sight, you must "dot the I" so where you aim and the line of the sight have the same center.
- The Slight Edge: This is an uncommon sight style which mostly embraces by one-handed shooters for semi-auto pistols. The front part resembles a triangle while the rear part is elevated
- The U Shaped Rear Sight: Greatly appreciate by competition shooters, this is the sight that allows you to quickly acquire targets at long distances.
It's worth the time and effort to consider whether you want to use the sight all the time or not. Some of the night only sights work great when it gets dark yet less than ideal in daytimes. However, night only sights are considerably cheaper than their mixed-use counterparts. That type of sight comes with a variety of models and lines for you to choose from. If you are shopping on a budget, getting a night only sight for your Glock 19 is an economical choice.
But what if you want something that can be used in both day and nighttimes? In that case, your only option is to go after mixed-use sights. In order to obtain a suitable product in this category, you probably need to invest additional money.
It's easy to feel lost and clueless when you are presented with an assortment of sights that have distinct pros and cons. Everything would have been easier if you think about how you are going to use the sight.
- House defense
Should you need a sight for home defense, there is no need to go all out and purchase the most expensive model. For most of the time, a home defense weapon will be stored inside a cabinet or a drawer. Once in a while, you may take out your Glock 19, get to a range and go through several magazines. That is enough to keep up your skill but there is hardly anything else to do. Buying a top of the line sight just for this is really ill-advised. For example, you have little need for a sight that is accurate up to fifty yards and above unless you live in a mansion.
- Target practice
If you need a sight for target practice, you should get a product that offers steady performance after thousands of rounds. Look for sights that are durable with a stable mounting which permits precision shooting at mid to long ranges.
EDC is short for Every day Carry and a sight for that purpose must be able to deal with a variety of situations. You should be able to aim through the sight quickly and shoot accurately across long distances.
Every sight has an effective range which is an important factor in your final decision. Of course, we all want to shoot with high accuracy as far as the eye can see. But it's best that your deicide is based on your shooting skill and current needs.
- Short range
Sights of this type are mostly developed for house defense purpose. It's easy to aim with such sights and they are extremely accurate under fifteen yards. When you need to shoot a target that is close to you, this is a great choice
- Short to Mid range:
Products that are designed for this range can be used in a house defense scenario as well but they also good at other tasks. While not the best, when a sudden need arise and you have to shoot over long distances, these sights won't let you down.
- Mid to Long range
Produced with a considerable effective range in mind, you can expect to hit a target at forty yards with this type of sight. Sights in this category are quite expensive compared to the above though
- Long range
If you are confident with your skill, this type of sight can assist you in shooting at fifty yards.
And that should cover most of the main points, pretty easy to understand, right? As long as you measure and consider your option carefully, you can get the best sight for Glock 19 in an informed and logical purchase. Follow the above if you need any help and you can make a wise decision.


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As much as I dislike McCain and Palin and Stevens and earmarks, I'm somewhat put out by the epithet, "Bridge to Nowhere".
It's not a bridge to nowhere. It's a bridge to the airport.
It bothers me that it apparently took application of an underhanded epithet to kill an earmark that should never have been. On the other hand, could it have been otherwise?
Friday, September 12, 2008
Bridge to Nowhere?
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California Masters in Social Work Programs (On-campus)
CSWE-accredited colleges & universities that offer MSW programs are located at many top universities. Earn a Masters in social work in a traditional, face-to-face teacher and peer learning atmosphere from a college near you or in a specific location.
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About MSW Schools
Many graduate schools of social work with on campus MSW programs offer courses in the evenings and/or weekends to accommodate students currently working in human services occupations.
Prospective applicants to a Masters in Social Work program may have earned a Bachelor of Social Work from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) or come from a related undergraduate major such as a bachelors in human services, bachelors in counseling psychology or bachelors in public affairs.
How Long Does It Take to Earn an MSW Degree?
Some schools have different MSW degree program options such as dual degrees, full-time, part-time (days), part-time (week-ends) and advanced standing MSW programs, so you might choose just how much time to devote to your studies. Time to completion varies between schools, however, as a guideline and estimate:
- Full-time MSW programs: about two years
- Part-time MSW programs: about two and a half to three years
- Advanced standing MSW programs: per school guidelines, an option typically available to students who have earned their BSW from a CSWE-accredited program
Applying to Campus MSW Programs
Each university determines when they accept and process applications into their campus MSW programs. A completed MSW application might include:
- Your career goals in a statement of purpose
- Your experience (e.g. volunteer work)
- Resume
- Official transcripts
- Written recommendations
About the Masters in Social Work Degree
The MSW is considered the terminal practice degree in social work. A Masters in social work might prepare students with the clinical assessment or administrative skills to work in their chosen specialty. An MSW degree is also one of the requirements for becoming a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and licensed masters social worker (LMSW) since most states have licensure requirement for nonclinical social workers as well.[ii] The Master of social work is also the prerequisite education for both the PhD in social work and the Doctor of Social Work (DSW).
$47,980 per year is the annual median salary for social worker in 2017[i]
Potential Concentrations Within Campus MSW Programs
Some campus MSW programs may offer a broad and comprehensive social work education, which may suit students who earned an undergraduate degree in a related field. Other Master of social work programs may allow students to fine-tune their area of interest, such as:
- Public health
- Mental health
- Trauma
- Addictions and substance abuse
- Community service management
- Geriatrics
- Veterans
- Children and families
- Troubled teens
What Should I Look for in an MSW School?
On initial glance, it may look like all campus MSW programs and graduate schools offer the same things, however, they may each have a unique set of features. So how do you find and choose a Masters in social work program? Broadly, you want to examine three things:
- Accreditation
- Your curriculum needs
- Location
Find CSWE-Accredited Campus Programs:
Top of your list should be MSW program accreditation by the Council of Social Workers (CSWE), as they set quality standards, and in turn recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). Per the Bureau of Labor Statistics, in 2015, there were more than 500 bachelor's degree programs and more than 200 master's degree programs accredited by the CSWE.[i]
Popular MSW Schools
|Institution Type
|Social Work - MSW
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Professional programs, such as the MSW typically have two or more accreditations; a regional accrediting agency or some other entity recognized by the Department of Education accredits the grad school itself. What this process does is it ensures that the school isn't a diploma mill, and that a graduate will be recognized as a graduate. On top of that, MSW program accreditation ensures that an academic program adequately prepares candidates for practice in some recognized profession.
Campus MSW Programs: Potential Curriculum
There are a few components to a campus MSW program that prospective students should contemplate. These are;
- Field placement
- Course curriculum, research, continued education
- Location
Field placement is a large component of an MSW program, and often you might meet your internship requirement in your own community (hospital, school, mental health clinic) or agency. This is something to factor into your search for campus MSW programs in a specific location. You might find out where a prospective MSW school offers these field placements. Perhaps there is an agency whose mission statement appeals to you close to one of your choice schools.
By 2026, the number of social workers is projected to increase to more than 790,000.[ii]
Course Curriculum, Research, Continued Education: One of the nice things about earning your Masters degree in social work on campus is that you get your information in real-time, and might receive a lot of individual attention, especially if you are in a smaller program. In terms of coursework, you might learn how to be an advocate for individuals, families and the disabled. Coursework might also cover the prevention and management of social problems such as child abuse and drug addiction. Other course topics might include:
- Human behavior and social environment
- Social work practice/theory and assistance
- Social policy and justice
Make sure you read an MSW school's syllabus to see whether your learning needs might be addressed, or whether the faculty is involved in a research project that might be meaningful to you. You may also want to consider whether there are any social work certificate programs offered in an area of emphasis that you are passionate about.
Location: Are you searching for campus MSW programs in California? A specific city? Do you hope to earn your MSW degree abroad? Use our on page navigation to filter your results by location, wherever that may be or just browse sponsored listings, find the program first and the location second.
Why Earn a Masters in Social Work on Campus?
When it comes down to choosing how you want to pursue your MSW degree – at graduate school or via online format, ultimately it is a personal choice. While online study is mainstream and may work for some, there may be a few potential advantages to earning your Masters of Social work on campus:
- Social work is about "person in the environment"
- Being on site means interactions, networking potential
- Interactions might build interpersonal, communication and problem solving skills, all essential to the practice of social work
- Access to all the facilities (libraries, laboratories, gym, social services, tutoring)
- Campus programs offer demonstrations, may foster collaboration
- You may have access to more campus-based MSW degree choices
Find Master in Social Work Schools IN Name: in California
Choosing a campus based Master of social work program is more than finding a CSWE- accredited program with courses you like. Find a grad school that makes you feel comfortable, and inspires the motivation to go to class, learn and excel. Browse our sponsored campus MSW programs to find the college or university with a Masters in Social Work degree program that aligns with your goals.
Source: i bls.gov/ooh/community-and-social-service/social-workers.htm | ii bls.gov/careeroutlook/2018/article/social-workers.htm
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Monday, June 14, 2010
Tea Party Success
Well, it's finally over, and it almost went off without any problems (almost). The party was great, the kids had fun having a playdough tea party, then the real thing. A few of the kids (mine was one of them) enjoyed pouring the Milo & milk and eating mini marshmallows more than anything else. The food was good and enjoyed by the parents more than the kids. The weather was even fine for long enough for some dancing in bubbles outside, and an impromptu adventure to find the end of the rainbow. After a while little princess was well and truly over it, having come down with some nasty bug the day before and not sleeping well, so after a couple of hours of excitement she had a fever and was exhausted.
I completely forgot to take photos pre-children, but I think the M.I.L did, so if there are some good ones there I might post them too. I didn't get a decent photo of the gorgeous bunting I made because the room was too dark when I took the photos. I want to put it up in little princesses bedroom permanently but other people in the house, who must remain nameless but are the only people who can reach high enough to hang it for me, do not like the idea so much. We will work on that.
All in all we are pretty happy with how it went, but will not be doing it again in a hurry. We/I have enforced a strict "every other year" birthday party rule, so the next one will be her fifth birthday. And little man will get them the years in between, so his will be for his 2nd birthday next year.
Her favourite gift this year: a bag of "rocks" which are actually different crystals like rose quartz, amethyst, onyx and others I can't think of the names of, 9 in total. She loves sorting them, saying the colours in English and Maori (and soon hopefully in Afrikaans) and "cooking" them. We bought some more for her with her birthday money, so now she has a total of 14, and I'm hoping to add to that when I remember where I stored my collection.
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- Megan said...
sounds like a great party! we are doing the 'one year on one year off' party thing too- they are fun but a lot of work too!
- June 14, 2010 at 4:02 PM
- Kelly said...
looks like you organised a fantastic birthday tea party! We had parties for Elijah at one and two but he specifically stated he didn't want one this year so we just had a family dinner. It's hard with his birthday being so close to Xmas. I'm sure Elijah would be happy with a bag of crystals too - might have to start looking out for some. I also had loads of crystals but with all the shifts we've had they seem to have disappeared.
- June 14, 2010 at 4:40 PM
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I am a former NYC high school English teacher with a Master of Arts in English and Theater Education from New York University and a Bachelor of Arts in Performance Studies from Northwestern University. I lived a few different lives before becoming a classroom teacher, but the most important thing I've done as an educator and artist was sling on a backpack and travel the world. In the course of my travels, I discovered my love of teaching through volunteer projects in South Africa, Tanzania, and Nepal. I love working with students of all ages, and I specialize in teaching writing (creative, pursasive, expository, and college essays), English literature (from Shakespeare to hip hop), and reading (fiction, non-fiction, and poetry). I'm happy to help craft and revise essays and creative pieces, from grammar and structuring to flow and personal voice. I believe my background as a theater artist and writer helps me approach teaching from a unique angle; my creativity and comfort with different learning styles keep students engaged and help unlock their individual voices. My experience as a public school classroom teacher also means that I'm well-versed in state standards, academic writing requirements, and common student struggles with reading and writing. In my free time, you can find me doing yoga, taking photos, traveling, reading, kayaking, hiking, or skiing.
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From Software's Rune was a unique game; as the first RPG to arrive on the GameCube, the game was not turn based, nor was it a remade classic. The title combined the collecting elements of Pokémon with the card game-style battles of Yugi-Oh using a solid Action-RPG engine. Rune was localized for a domestic release as Lost Kingdoms courtesy of Activision shortly after the U.S. release of the GameCube. With the Japanese release of Rune II this Spring, Activision has recently announced their plans to release the game as the aptly named Lost Kingdoms II in the US in May. Players can look forward to romping around Argwyll again, though not as the heir-apparent Katia. Instead, Lost Kingdoms II will introduce a new heroine: Katia's daughter, Tara.
Lost Kingdoms II takes the player back to the world of Argwyll and the kingdom where Katia now reigns supreme. Tara, one of Katia's twin daughters, is outcast to prevent bloodshed, and is raised by thieves. Not surprisingly, there is evil still brewing in Argwyll and the wayward daughter is that world's only hope at salvation. Unskilled, Tara has only her runestone and must summon Guardian Creatures to challenge the invading force of evil. The story may be cliché, but that's usually not the focus for an action RPG. Gamers should hope that Activision does a better job with localization than they did with the first game - the lackluster plot was not helped in the least by the first's half-hearted translation.
Lost Kingdoms II uses a 3D polygonal engine similar to the original game; using a ľ isometric view similar to Baldur's Gate: Dark Alliance. The graphics have been improved significantly since the first game as both the character models and background have received noticeable increases in polygons. The monsters summoned from cards are equally as impressive as the rest of the game with fluid animation and respectable effects. The explosions and other lighting effects are attractive, but are by no means the epitome of special effects. The visual enhancements of Lost Kingdoms II are appreciated as Lost Kingdoms resembled more of a last generation Dreamcast title than a true GameCube release.
Neither the graphics nor the plot is the real focus of Lost Kingdoms II, it's the gameplay. The game doesn't solely revolve around Tara doing battle, but of the creatures she summons with cards from a 30-card deck. Cards are split into three categories: Summoned Monster- a creature called to deliver a massive attack, Weapon - a monster summoned to do several attacks in place of Tara, and Independent - a creature created to fight alongside Tara. In a Pokémon-style upgrade, From Software has added a new class of creature as well as 100 new monsters to the already existing cards from Lost Kingdoms. This means that Lost Kingdoms II will feature more than 200 Guardian Creatures spanning the elements of fire, water, earth, water, mechanical, and neutral.
Another change to Lost Kingdoms II's gameplay is the inclusion of Transformation Cards. These cards not only allow Tara to summon a creature, but give her the ability to transform into that type of monster. This will allow the player to overcome certain obstacles that a human could not. Lost Kingdoms II will also allow players to replenish their supply of cards within dungeons. This is a welcome addition as the original game forced many players to leave dungeons to restock their supply of Guardian Creatures. The player will be able to reshuffle unused cards back into their deck and may use certain cards multiple times. The single player quest will also include allied NPCs which can be interacted with as part of plot sequences. The last major addition to the game is a revamped duel mode. Players can use either their own deck from the memory card, or that of a rival wizard supplied by the game.
Lost Kingdoms II is game that shouldn't go under any GameCube RPG fan's radar, even with the recent release of Skies of Arcadia Legends and the upcoming Zelda. From Software has legitimately added to their first GameCube release with improved visuals and gameplay. Lost Kingdoms II is scheduled for release on May 13, 2003 courtesy of Activision.
Sunday, January 20th
Kingdom Hearts 0.2 Birth by Sleep -A fragmentary passage- w/Kyle • 10am PDT/1pm EDT
Suikoden w/Maxx • 12pm PDT/3pm EDT
Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth - Hacker's Memory w/Kat • 4pm PDT/7pm EDT
Super Robot Wars X w/Kyle • 3pm PDT/6pm EDT
Grandia 3 w/Scott • 7pm PDT/10pm EDT
Mass Effect w/Nathan • 10am PDT/1pm EDT
Grandia 3 w/Scott • 7pm PDT/10pm EDT
Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance w/Kat • 4pm PDT/7pm EDT
Grandia 3 w/Scott • 7pm PDT/10pm EDT
Super Robot Wars X w/Kyle • 3pm PDT/6pm EDT
Friday Super Variety Night w/Scott • 7pm PDT/10pm EDT
Grandia 3 w/Scott • 5pm PDT/8pm EDT


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Today, the silver market is poised to experience much growth in the coming years. This year alone, the silver price has risen more than 35%, putting it above gold in growth percentage. Anyone interested in investing in the market would do well to study the market throughout history to gain an understanding of how significant the market's performance is today. Historically, silver has been vastly undervalued compared to gold, but that could all change if the current trend continues. For many years, the price of the metal was well below $1 an ounce, and today it sits comfortably at around $25 an ounce.
Throughout much of the 20th century, the silver price remained below $1 and the metal was used as the standard for coin production in the United States. Once silver supply decreased, the decision was made to remove silver from currency, causing the price to start rising. In the 1960s, the price would rise and would eventually hit a whopping $16 an ounce in the 1970s. This sharp increase would top out at $25 an ounce in 1980, but would decline just as sharply almost immediately. As we moved through the 80s, the market would see a steady decline, hitting a decade low of $4.85 an ounce.
During the 1990s, the silver price wouldn't change much, ending up at $5.33 an ounce by the time the 2000s started. During the beginning of the 21st century, market experts began to have hope for the future of the silver market. Starting the decade at less than $6 an ounce, it would decline slightly before starting to rise throughout the decade. By 2005, silver was trading at close to $8 an ounce and would continue to go up. 2008 would see the metal hit $15 an ounce, which was a major increase from just a few years prior.
2010 would see the most growth in the silver price. The year would begin with prices at just under $18 an ounce and are around $25 an ounce today. Most experts agree that prices have not stopped rising yet, drawing much interest in the market. Although predictions vary as to just how high prices will rise, the general consensus is that they will, in fact, keep rising. As it is poised to take over for gold as the most popular metal of all precious metals, silver is in a great position to offer investors a substantial return on their investment.