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You don't have to be famous or embroiled in controversy to find your way into the National Archives. The lives of ordinary Muslims are documented through a range of Australian Government records. Trying to build a family or business, arriving in the country or visiting relatives overseas – all generated forms and letters that capture details of the aspirations, achievements and difficulties of Muslims in Australia.
Naik Mahomet wanted to visit India
Returning: In 1902 Naik Mahomet applied for a Certificate of Domicile that would allow him to re-enter Australia after visiting India.
Sherif Islam was trying to buy a farm
Becoming Australian: Sherif Islam, an Albanian share farmer living in Queensland, wanted to buy some land. But classified as an 'alien' he was unable to hold property. So in 1939 he applied for naturalisation.
Abdul Hamid wanted to look after his brother's drapery business
Family reunions: Abdul Aziz Molla wanted to visit India, but could find no-one he trusted to look after his business. In 1912 he applied for permission for his brother to enter Australia temporarily to manage his affairs.
Who was Shadee Khan?
Glimpses of the life of a camel driver in early 20th-century Australia.
The Immigration Restriction Act 1901 defined as a prohibited immigrant anyone who failed a dictation test of 50 words in any prescribed language. Customs officials were instructed to use this test as an 'absolute bar' to the admission of 'coloured persons'.
Exemptions were allowed for 'any person who satisfies an officer that he has formerly been domiciled in the Commonwealth or in any colony which has become a State'. In some circumstances, certificates of birth or naturalisation could be used to gain re-entry, provided the bearer could prove their identity. But in most cases, non-Europeans intending to travel overseas were required to obtain a Certificate of Domicile.
In the first year or so of the Act's operation, a strict definition of 'domicile' was applied. Customs officials were instructed to consider questions such as whether the applicant had his wife and family with him, and whether he owned land or maintained a permanent business address. Under such a definition, few applications were approved.
Naik Mahomet wished to visit his family in India. He had lived in Australia for eight years, owned property, and was a respected member of his community. To support his application he included a reference from the mayor of Coolgardie, as well as a letter from a business associate who commented, 'I could not have had a more trusty man than you'. But it wasn't enough. The Customs official who forwarded Naik Mahomet's file to the Department of External Affairs admitted that the case deserved consideration, but added 'it will be seen that he has a wife and three children in Karachi and does not even propose to bring them here'. No certificate was issued.
From early 1903, the definition of 'domicile' was relaxed. Applicants had to provide evidence of five years' residence in Australia, and references attesting to their good character. Munshie Kreem Bux benefited from the change in policy. As a hawker who dealt in fancy goods, his only property was his stock and a pack horse worth about £50. His application was, however, approved.
In 1905, the clause relating to proof of domicile was removed from the Immigration Restriction Act. In its place was a more rigorous system which required non-Europeans intending to travel overseas to obtain a certificate exempting them from the dictation test – a CEDT. The certificate was valid for three years, but could be extended on application and payment of an additional fee. Two copies of this certificate were made, complete with photographs and handprints. One was kept by the person travelling, the other remained on file. Upon the traveller's return, the certificates were compared and the identity of the bearer verified. If all seemed in order, the traveller was duly admitted. The new system was a response to concerns about forgery, identity fraud, and illegal entry. While it seemed more complicated, non-Europeans who obtained a CEDT could travel abroad knowing their re-entry was assured.
To prove they were of good character, applicants for a CEDT provided character references from friends or associates. Local police were also asked to report on the applicant's habits and reputation. 'He is in our opinion an honest and industrious man and a good citizen', Richard Bell, a general merchant in the South Australian town of Farina, wrote in support of the Afghan camel driver Said Peroo.
Those non-Europeans who left Australia without a certificate were in a rather more difficult position, particularly if they had been absent for a number of years. In 1912, Melbourne wholesalers Latoof and Callil wrote to the Collector of Customs on behalf of a former client. Dewan Allie Khan had worked as a hawker in Victoria before leaving Australia in 1902, shortly after the Immigration Restriction Act had come into force. Without a CEDT or a Certificate of Domicile, he had to convince the Department of External Affairs that he deserved readmission. Although the local police confirmed that he had held a hawker's licence for 10 or 11 years, and was well regarded by local merchants, the department rejected his application.
As he did regularly, AH Pritchard of the Austral-Indian Society took up the hawker's case. In a long letter to the Secretary of the Department of External Affairs, he presented Allie Khan's details, pointing out that other hawkers in similar circumstances had been allowed to enter. Additional testimonials were enclosed, including one from Mr Eassie, Fitzroy's Sanitary Inspector. Whether swayed by argument, or simply the pressure of persistent lobbying, the department relented – Dewan Allie Khan was able to return.
Ellum Deen was another Indian hawker who found himself stranded overseas. He left Australia urgently in 1905 to attend to family business, believing that as a British subject he would be able to return. By 1907 he was desperate to come back, writing to AH Pritchard, 'For God sake get the passport for me & send quick'. Nothing seems to have been done at the time, perhaps because, as departmental officials surmised, Mr Pritchard believed that appeals were useless 'in view of the Depts constant refusals'.
AH Pritchard's approach in 1913 was indeed refused, but he persisted, forwarding a detailed declaration from Ellum Deen. When officials questioned claims that the hawker had been eager to return for several years, Pritchard pointed to his own long service as a government interpreter: 'I would not have you ... on any account to mistrust or doubt my statements'. Once again the government reconsidered its position, and after a long wait Ellum Deen finally returned to Australia.
By becoming naturalised, Muslim immigrants might hope to gain many of the rights and privileges of an Australian citizen. But who was allowed to be naturalised?
The 1903 Naturalization Act specifically excluded natives of Australia, Africa, Asia and the Pacific. However, some non-European Muslims had already gained naturalisation through existing colonial legislation.
The 1920 Nationality Act removed the racial restriction, but the government retained the right to refuse an application for naturalisation on any grounds. Applications by Asians continued to be rejected as a matter of policy.
Indians who tried to become naturalised were told it was unnecessary as they were already British subjects. While this gained them some benefits, they were still denied many of the basic rights of citizens, such as the right to vote.
In recognition of their steadfast support for the war effort, the rights of British Indians were examined at the Imperial War Conferences of 1917 and 1918. The Reciprocity Resolution was passed in an attempt to redress inequalities in immigration across the British Empire.
See Family reunions in Fragments
In 1922 Dr Srinivasa Sastri, an Indian delegate to the League of Nations and the 1921 Imperial Conference, visited Australia to review the treatment of resident Indians. Sastri voiced a range of grievances including lack of access to old-age pensions, and denial of the right to vote.
Sastri's advocacy greatly impressed Prime Minister Billy Hughes. Hughes congratulated the Indian statesman on having 'removed for all time those prejudices and misunderstandings which formerly prevented the admission of your countrymen resident in Australia to the enjoyment of the full rights of citizenship'. Eventually, in 1925, the Commonwealth Electoral Act was amended to grant the vote to anyone who was 'a native of British India'. The following year Indians also gained access to old-age pensions.
European Muslims, such as Albanians, could be naturalised. Though, as Sherif Islam discovered, it was not always a straightforward process. Sherif's first application was rejected because the policeman who interviewed him judged that his grasp of English was inadequate. As an Albanian during World War II, Sherif was classified as an 'enemy alien', but security officers did not object to his naturalisation, noting that he appeared to be 'anti-Italian'.
Having worked to improve his English, and with the support of his local MP, Sherif's case was re-examined. In 1942, after renouncing his Albanian nationality and swearing allegience to the King, Sherif Islam was issued with a Certificate of Naturalisation.
In 1956, Federal Cabinet agreed to a number of modifications to the conditions applying to non-European residents. People who had arrived before Federation were granted the right to gain naturalisation. As the Minister for Immigration, Harold Holt, commented in the Cabinet agendum: 'The refusal of naturalisation to people who are permanent residents achieves no useful purpose and the Government is always likely to be charged with sheer racial discrimination'.
This decision also applied to a number of long-standing residents who had been freed from the necessity of renewing their certificates of exemption in 1947. This created something of an anomaly, which was redressed in 1957 when Cabinet agreed to extend the right to naturalisation to all non-Europeans of good character who had lived in Australia for at least 15 years.
The Immigration Restriction Act 1901 included a clause allowing the wives and children of anyone who was not a prohibited immigrant to enter the country in the company of their husband or parent. However, the clause itself was able to be suspended by proclamation at any time.
In combination with the subsequent clause, which permitted entry to anyone who could prove they were legally domiciled, this should have allowed non-Europeans who arrived in Australia before Federation to bring their families to join them. But only a small number of Certificates of Domicile were issued before the clause relating to wives and children was suspended in March 1903. As a result, few families were able to take advantage of the provision, which was finally removed from the Act in 1905.
The introduction of wives and children was limited because government policy was aimed at reducing the overall numbers of Asians in Australia. In debating the 1905 amendments to the Act, Alfred Deakin argued: 'If we were to throw open the door to an influx of Chinese women and children we should reverse the policy of the Act and undo all the good we have accomplished'. He did, however, admit that cases of hardship would be dealt with fairly.
A further compromise was introduced in 1906, when the wives of long-standing residents of good character were permitted to visit their husbands for periods of up to six months.
In 1910, Abdul Rahman Khan's brother died, leaving 16 year-old Israil an orphan. Abdul Rahman Khan returned to India and adopted the boy, planning to bring him to Australia. His solicitor in Bendigo wrote to the government seeking his admission, noting that there was 'no one in India to bring up and look after the boy'. The request was refused.
In the meantime, Abdul Rahman Khan had married, and so his solicitor tried again, asking under what conditions his wife and son might be allowed into the country. The Department of External Affairs informed him that while his wife could be admitted for a maximum of six months, Israil could not be exempted from the dictation test.
As was often the case in the administration of the White Australia Policy, the legislative flexibility which proved so powerful in restricting immigration also allowed exceptions to made where the government deemed it warranted or convenient. In 1907, Aziz Dean applied for permission for his wife to enter Australia. She was granted a Certificate of Exemption for 12 months, but told to expect no extension. The following year, Aziz Dean asked that his wife be allowed to remain permanently. His application was supported by testimonials from influential supporters, including the Premier of Western Australia. The request was approved.Authorities were also free to exercise their discretion as to whether relatives could be admitted temporarily to help look after a business. Perooz was a camel owner in Bourke. His character was excellent, and he was said to have '60 working and 20 young camels'. In 1912 he had to visit India to fulfill his obligations as executor of his brother's will, and asked that either his brother Delail or nephew Eurooz, or both, be allowed into the country to mind his affairs.
His application was initially refused. But Perooz's solicitors pressed the matter, explaining the circumstances of Perooz's planned visit overseas. The government finally agreed that one of the relatives would be allowed entry for a period of twelve months, with the option of applying for a further year 'if the work of winding up the estate is not complete'. However, a note on the file indicates that the offer was never taken up.
Other applications were simply rejected. Abdul Aziz Molla ran a drapery business in Perth. He was planning to visit India, and applied to the Collector of Customs to allow his brother, Abdul Hamid, to enter the country to look after the business in his absence. 'I cannot get any of my countrymen suitable whom I could trust', he explained, 'last time when I was away on a similar visit I left a man in charge of my business [the] result was that he acted very dishonestly toward me'.
The authorities gathered further information about Abdul Aziz Molla. While he bore 'a good character', he owned no property. The Collector of Customs in Fremantle considered that his business was 'practically that of a hawker' and recommended that the 'his application should not be entertained'. The Department of External Affairs agreed.
The Indian people's support for the British cause in World War I garnered support for their claims for fair treatment under the immigration laws of British Commonwealth. The Reciprocity Resolution, passed at the Imperial War Conferences of 1917 and 1918, affirmed the right of domiciled Indians to be joined by their wives and minor children.
In October 1918, Gola Singh, who was probably a Sikh, sought entry for his wife from the Collector of Customs in Sydney. A note on his file remarks, 'This is first appln for a wife's admission'. The matter was deferred until 1919, when Cabinet formally agreed to the admission of wives and children under the terms of the Reciprocity Resolution. Gola Singh's application, however, was not deemed to be 'altogether satisfactory', as he had no permanent home and was unable to demonstrate that he had the means to properly support his wife.
Indians seeking to bring their wives and children to Australia were required to show evidence of their ability to maintain a family. They also needed proof of their relationship, furnished by the Indian authorities. The details of these arrangements were still being negotiated in 1921.
The concessions introduced under the Reciprocity Resolution raised questions about the admission of other relatives. By the 1920s, many Indian residents were growing old and wished to retire from business. Could they arrange for an adult son or brother to enter the country and take over the business permanently? This matter was raised by the Diwan Bahadur T Rangachariar, an Indian dignatory visiting Australia for the opening of Parliament House in 1927.
Government officials preferred to assess such requests on a case by case basis, fearing that the Indian population would continue to grow. 'If this concession be extended to brothers, nephews +c', a file note comments, 'these latter would in due course want wives +c +c and their families in due course would want wives +c and the thing would go on "ad infinitum"'.
European Muslims, such as Albanians, did not suffer the same restrictions. Once established, they were free to sponsor relatives to join them in Australia. Suleman Ymer arrived in Australia in 1928, working in Western Australia before taking up cotton growing at Biloela in Queensland. He became naturalised in 1936.
Established as a share farmer with tidy sum in the bank, Suleman Ymer successfully sponsored the immigration of his brother Ramadan in 1937. The following year he was also joined by his cousin, Besim Demir.
By 1938 Suleman Ymer had purchased his own property and was looking forward to £400 profit in the coming season. The process of family reunion continued as he sponsored the arrival of his parents, Suleman and Hanife.
Shadee Khan was a camel driver who arrived in Australia in the late 19th century. Like many of his countrymen, Shadee Khan made regular visits home to the northern provinces of what is now Pakistan. Each time he was required to apply for a certificate that would exempt him from the dictation test on his return to Australia. The surviving records provide a glimpse of his life in this country.
In 1916 Shadee Khan was living in Wyndham, in the Kimberley region of Western Australia. According to his application for a CEDT, he had been in Wyndham for about seven years, having worked in several towns across the Western Australian goldfields. He had already made three visits to his homeland in the 20 years he had been resident in Australia.
Shadee Khan was required to submit references attesting to his character. The manager of Connor, Doherty & Durack Ltd had known Shadee Khan for six years and considered that he had 'always borne a good character'.
The CEDT issued to Shadee Khan records his age as 45. He was 5'6" tall and 'stout' in build. A print of his hand was taken to help identify him. The certificate also notes that Shadee Khan left Australia on 14 February 1916, returning two years later on 28 June 1918.
There are some changes to the details provided by Shadee Khan in his 1921 application for a CEDT. Only one earlier trip overseas is recorded. His birthplace, previously given as Peshawar, is now Lahore. Like many of the camel drivers, Shadee Khan was illiterate, signing documents with an 'x'. His answers probably would have been dictated to a customs officer or other official.
A CEDT was issued to Shadee Khan in July 1921. His hair, previously black, was noted as 'greyish'. His age was uncertain, but estimated at 53. Shadee Khan departed from Darwin on 13 August 1921, and arrived back at Carnarvon on 20 January 1923.
Shadee Khan applied for another CEDT in 1925. His statutory declaration, submitted with this application, states he first arrived in Australia in 1897, and lists his places of residence as: Fremantle, Southern Cross, Coolgardie, Menzies, Kookynie, Mt Malcolm, Port Hedland and Wyndham.
Shadee Khan's application was supported by Wyndham's police sergeant who had known him 'for the last eleven or twelve years'. 'He is hardworking and trustworthy', the policeman attested, 'and has never been in any trouble'. Another reference was provided by AH Pearce, a local shopkeeper.
On the CEDT issued on 11 November 1925, Shadee Khan is described as 57 years old, 5'7" in height, and 'stout' in build. His hair is 'dark turning grey'. He departed Australia on 17 November 1925, and returned less than a year later in September 1926.
Shadee Khan seems to have made no other applications for a CEDT. Perhaps he died in Australia. Or he might simply have returned to India with no intention of ever coming back. But, for at least 30 years, Shadee Khan lived and worked in the remote outback of Western Australia. With camels in tow, he laboured to relieve the isolation of a series of small mining towns, earning the trust and respect of local people.


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Ruchir Sharma, head of emerging markets and chief global strategist of Morgan Stanley Investment Management, doesn't seem to take India's gross domestic product (GDP) numbers at face value.
"I think India's GDP data is overstated," Sharma told news agency, IANS. And the reason why Sharma thinks so has enough reasons for the Narendra Modi-government -- which is into the third year of its term -- to reflect upon where it might have gone wrong in achieving a convincing growth in spite of India's edge over its peers.
India's GDP growth, Sharma finds, lacks the critical boost of private investments and is largely supported by government spending.
GDP numbers
India's economy grew at 7.6 percent in the fiscal year 2015-2016, the fastest among the world's major economies. At 7.6 percent, India even beat the China that grew 6.7 percent in the first quarter of 2016 giving a boost to the Modi government and adding colour to the Prime Minister's numerous foreign trips.
In fact, Sharma isn't the first person to turn skeptic on India's GDP numbers. The skepticism took root long back when India revised its GDP calculation methodology in January 2015 and the base-year for calculation. The revision of base year to 2012 from 2005 and the shift to a market-price-based model instantly pushed up the 2014-2015 GDP growth to 6.9 percent from 4.7 percent under the old methodology.
Though the new model was brought in to align the GDP calculation with international practice comprising more data from corporate sector, household spending and informal sector movements; there was widespread skepticism on account of a protruding disconnect between headline GDP numbers and an array of high-frequency growth indicators such as factory-output, bank credit growth and tepid growth in the manufacturing.
The prominent GDP doubters included Reserve Bank of India Governor Raghuram Rajan and even the government's Chief Economic Advisor (CEA) Arvind Subramanian.
"There are problems with the way we count GDP, which is why we need to be careful sometimes just talking about the growth," Rajan said in January, 2016, creating flutters among the right-wing intellectuals and within the BJP-government.
Subramanian too has taken a cautious stand while looking at the GDP numbers saying the numbers are 'puzzling'.
Sluggish private investments
The reason highlighted by Ruchir Sharma for his lack of conviction on India's growth numbers — low private investments — should worry the Modi-administration.
The CEA too had highlighted this problem in the 2015-2016 economic survey. Realising that private investments are unlikely to pick up in the near future, Subramanian had then prescribed ramping up public spending as a way to offer in the initial phase. This could in turn spark private investments, he felt.
In the survey, Subramanian had cautioned that an immediate challenge confronting the Indian economy was the twin balance sheet problem — the cracked balance sheets of the country's public sector bank (PSBs) and some corporate houses. These two constraints have since only worsened. State-run banks are sitting on 11.5 percent stressed assets, desperately needing a government bail-out while corporate recovery has been slow.
Absence of private sector investments takes the sheen away from the 7.9 percent growth story. If one takes a closer look at the 2015-2016 GDP numbers, one can see that growth has primarily come from improvement in private consumption not fresh investments. Private consumption grew by 7.4 percent in 2015-16 as against 6.2 percent in 2014-15, with its share in GDP improving to 59.5 percent from 57.6 percent in 2014-15.
For the full year, gross fixed capital formation (GFCF - which denotes capital investment in the economy) has grown by 3.3 percent compared with 7.9 percent in the previous year. GFCF figure indicates the actual investment activity on the ground during a specific period.
As a percentage of GDP, the GFCF has dropped to 29.3 percent from 30.8 percent in the preceding fiscal, indicating a clearly weak investment scenario. This is something Modi has to take note pf while looking at the high GDP numbers.
Growth-inflation link
Sharma's second point, is even more critical and this is where he strikes a chord with Raghuram Rajan who has long argued that lowering inflation is critical to ensuring sustainable growth. Sharma agrees with this part. "One thing we really underestimate is how much a killer high inflation can be for a government. Because that really hurts the poor the most," Sharma said.
One of the key areas that pitted Rajan on a collision course with the Modi-government and made him the target of a section of BJP leaders, including Subramanian Swamy, is his reluctance to cut rates for a prolonged period. Rajan's opponents criticised him for 'wrecking the economy' by keeping the interest rates high.
"There is no economy which does well with high inflation rates. So, you know all miracle economies. In these countries, inflation rates were below emerging market economies' average," Sharma said.
In this context, Sharma's comments vindicate Rajan's monetary policy course and argument. Since 2015, Rajan has cut RBI's key policy rates by a total of 150 basis points. But, his battle on inflation is far from over with the figure inching closer to 6 percent in May as against RBI's March 2017 target of 5 percent and medium term target of 4 percent (+/-2 percent).
Does Sharma think Modi is a failure? Certainly not. His views are more realistic when he observes that the Modi-government could have done better with the huge majority gifted to it by the electorate in May 2014.
"Compared with what we expected, it is a little disappointing. But the incremental reforms are better (in India) than many parts of the world where there are no reforms," he says. "But there has been a huge increase in FDI. Among the major economies, India is at the top." He also warns against the country's increasingly high protectionist measures that could turn off investors.
Modi has been successful in tackling crony capitalism. "That is something I find positive."
In Sharma's words, India disappoints both the optimists and pessimists.
Reform block
Just last week, Sharma had commented that he no longer had any 'great' expectations on economic reforms from the Modi government as the best time for major policy initiatives is the first two years of a new government.
Sharma has a point. The Modi-government was indeed in a sweet spot during its first year. To be precise, till the Delhi elections, when the opposition was weak. "The government could have done what it wanted to do, according to me. After Delhi elections, the opposition got galvanised," said Sharma.
Sharma's comment comes at a time when the BJP-government is trying hard to get support for the crucial Goods and Services Tax (GST) Bill in the ensuing monsoon-session.
Modi, in his recent interview to Times Now, claimed that he is hopeful of getting the Bill passed. If that happens, Modi could very well prove Sharma wrong.
Updated Date: Jul 04, 2016 15:27 PM

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1- My Filofax arrived a little late due to Australia Post's lazy postman
2- The uni load that I was swamped with from the start of semester
Nevertheless, on Saturday (two days before closing date!), I managed to sit down and finally get my creative juices going. I must admit, I did at least two other pages before the final submission but they both failed miserably. I was going head first into it, trying to mix colours and extract ideas from all over the place, without ever stopping to think about what I really wanted to do. So I decided to just stop, breathe and plan my pages out.
I got my box of washi out, some embellishments from my big box of goodies, laid it all out in front of me, and divided them into what I wanted my page to have. I've always been a great fan of photography and travelling, so I knew I wanted to revolve my pages around that theme. And since my Filofax was a nice fresh blue, I knew I couldn't head for the vintage travel theme of primarily browns, greys and blacks, which I'm always accustomed to. So instead, I mixed it up with colour.
And here's what I managed to come up with:
|My submission for the Blogger Challenge
I didn't use too many different things in this page. The list of items include:
1- Kaisercraft Collectables from the Happy Snaps collection
2- Kaisercraft Happy Snaps themed journal cards
3- Studio Calico Wood Veneer Camera
4- Typo triangle stickers to form the banner
5- Washi from MT, Daiso and various other sources.
I didn't want to overdo my pages with too many embellishments because after all, I wanted to make my pages work for an everyday lifestyle and not just for the sake of the competition. It isn't much, but I reckon I've done it to the best of my abilities.
But now that I've done this, it's all up to you lovely readers to vote for your favourite submission! All of the submissions have been posted up on Filofax's Facbook pages with the link to my picture being picture here. Remember, if I come in first, second or third place, I will be getting free Filofaxes to be given to you wonderful readers! All you have to do is like like like! Voting ends 13th of August so get to it!
Your votes / likes will be greatly appreciated!
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Cowboys News Heading Into Week 1 of 2009
Welcome to opening night of the 2009 NFL season. Sure it's not the Cowboys, but it's real football and I can not wait for it to start. The Cowboys have been quiet this preseason, except for the video board that took up the headlines for two weeks! I loved that the team was focused on football and there was no circus in town. The Cowboys have had so much negative headlines over the last few years, so it was nice that the main player in the news this preseason was Kevin Ogletree. Seems like everyone is doing the right things to get themselves better. And it's also clear that they do not let what others (the media) say about them affect them. Sunday is fast approaching. Let's get this season started the right way.
Here are some news and notes from today reported by DallasNews.com.
Update on DeMarcus Ware
Ware's agent Pat Dye met with Stephen Jones this afternoon to discuss the new contract. Progress was made, but it's unsure how much progress. Ware is scheduled to make $1.005 million and without a collective bargaining agreement he would become a restricted free agent after the 2009 season. There does not seem to be a deadline in getting a new deal done and both sides are determined not to let this become a distraction.
"I don't want it to be and I know they don't want it to be a distraction for DeMarcus," Dye said. "Up to this point, it hasn't been, and we'll do our best not to let it be."
"It was very, very cordial," Dye said. "They made some significant moves in certain components of the contract and we made some significant moves on certain components of the contract. I think it was a very constructive discussion, but until you reach a result or have a result, how do you measure progress?"
"I wouldn't say anything is closer," Ware said, "but I would say the process is still going. We're still trying to get some things done. They're trying to show they want me here and I'm trying to show them I want to be here."
In 2008 Ware recorded 20 sacks to lead the NFL. He also had his first 100 tackle season along with eight tackles for losses and six forced fumbles. Ware would like to get another 20 sacks in 2009.
"That's always motivating but at the end of the day your goal is to try and get it again, but you've got to look at 'how effective can I be?' " Ware said. "Can I be more effective than I was last season? I feel like with what I've done and what we do now, I can be."
Team Captains announced
The Cowboys announced four full-time Captains for the 2009 season: Tony Romo, Jason Witten, Bradie James and DeMarcus Ware. Sounds like the right choices since these four are the veteran leaders on offense and defense. There will also be a fifth Captain every week for special teams which be different for every game. For the Tampa Bay game it will be Matt McBriar. Ware will be the only new Captain out of the four this season.
"He works hard all the time, and he has a great attitude," Phillips said. "That's the kind of captain you want. By his actions certainly and the way he works, he's a great example."
Miles Austin and Sam Hurd
Miles Austin and Sam Hurd have announced that they should be fine for the Tampa Bay game on Sunday. Austin tested the hamstring during practice yesterday and said he had no issues with it.
"I'm looking forward to it," Austin said. "I'm ready to play."
The Bookends
We all know how great of a player DeMarcus Ware is and because of that fact we should listen when he says that Anthony Spencer is ready for a breakout season in 2009. Spencer has been playing behind Greg Ellis since being drafted in 2007. Now that Ellis is no longer with the team Spencer has his chance to show everyone what can do. And Ware believes he will.
"I'm really looking forward to it. You know how they always say, can he fill Greg's shoes? Everybody's going to stop talking and they're going to see him putting pressure on the quarterback, stopping the run, still being able to drop. He's a smart guy. In practice, he's hardly making any mistakes. And he's getting pressure on that quarterback, too."
Emmitt's prediction
The other day all-world running back Emmitt Smith said that the 2009 Cowboys would win seven games. That did not sit well with Tony Romo. I believe his response shows his maturity as a player and as a leader.
"People outside of this locker room, they don't affect this football team," Romo said. "We've really narrowed our focus. We don't have time to discuss what different people might be saying or talking about our team, because it really doesn't come out any way. It's about the game. It's about beating the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
"This week, we'll be able to go out and hopefully improve and get better. All we can do is do that. Whatever people might say or might not say, that's for those people to talk about. But all we think about is the game and getting better today."


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Some know him as Stringer Bell. Others know him as Heimdall. But soon he may be known as the guy who fights giant monsters.
The Wrap reports that Idris Elba may wind up starring in Guillermo del Toro's Pacific Rim. Charlie Hunnam has already been cast in the film, which the site describes as being "set in a future in which an alien attack threatens the existence of Earth. Humans battle the nasty and brutal creatures by piloting giant robots."
Elba has also been rumored to be in the running for the title role in Quentin Tarantino's Django Unchained.


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When a quadratic function is presented in vertex form, it contains within it the coordinates of the vertex or turning point of the function. Using this as the starting point of the graphing process, it is possible to then determine the width of the parabola and whether the function is concave (downwards) or convex (upwards). The vertex form is f(x) = a(x - h)^2 + k.
In the vertex form, the coordinates of the turning point are (h, k), where "h" is the x coordinate and "k" is the y coordinate. The graphing process should begin at this point. The next step is to choose four values of x, two less than "h" and two greater than "h." Put these into the function, and then graph the results. This gives an indication of the shape of the parabola, which can then be extrapolated.
The shape of the parabola can also be determined from the vertex form. The sign of the multiplier "a" determines whether the function is concave or convex. If its sign is positive, the parabola of the function opens upwards from the vertex. If its sign is negative, the graph of the function opens downwards. The width of the parabola depends on the absolute value of the multiplier "a." For absolute values greater than 1, the parabola becomes narrower than the standard x-squared parabola. This is because the value of f(x) increases more quickly than it does in the standard parabola. When the absolute value of "a" is less than 1, the parabola becomes progressively broader as this value decreases. If the function is concave, then (h, k) is its maximum. If it is convex, (h, k) is its minimum.


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The interview process helps us evaluate your qualifications and experience, as well as to assess your leadership, motivation, communication/interpersonal skills and how well you meet the core competency (key skill) requirements. As a potential candidate, your objective is to convey a good sense of who you are, what you have to offer (your skills, knowledge, certifications, experience, education) as well as to discover if the position matches your values, interests and skills.
There are two types of Recreation camp recruitment processes- the new candidate process and the returning candidate process.
- New Applicant Process
Candidates apply online and those who meet the required skills and qualifications for the position will be invited to an individual or City Wide Screening interview. Invitations will be sent by email. Candidates moving forward may be asked to provide satisfactory references, show proof of their certifications, and to submit satisfactory vulnerable sector screening form.
- Previous Camp Employee Applicant Process
Candidates, who were employed the previous summer as a Recreation Camp Counsellor, Camp Inclusion Counsellor or Camp Specialist, need to re-apply on-line to the "Intent to Return – Recreation Camp (Counsellor, Specialist, Inclusion Counsellor)" posting. Applications will be reviewed and applicants will be contacted to attend an interview if their required skills, qualifications and performance evaluations are assessed as being satisfactory, as determined by the recruitment committee.
All Applicants:
Ensure that you apply to ALL of the positions you wish to be considered for. If you were not successful in obtaining a position you may be successful in obtaining another.
The interviews are behavioural based. A behavioural interview is an interview where skills are assessed based on previous behaviour in recent, similar situations. This type of interview typically asks candidates three questions: 1) to describe a situation; 2) to describe the actions you took in the situation; 3) to describe the results of the actions taken. Candidates are required to bring copies of their résumé and certifications and references (if required) to the interview.
Background Checks
All camp staff are required to obtain and to submit a completed up-to-date vulnerable sector screening (VSS) check by the date listed in the offer letter. These forms can be obtained by visiting your local police department. Please note that there is typically a cost and a wait time for these forms. An updated form is required each year. Please note that it is a condition of employment to have a completed and satisfactory vulnerable sector screening form. You must obtain the Vulnerable Sector Screening Check in the Region in which you live.
For those candidates that live in York Region, please visit the York Region Police website. The vulnerable sector screening form can be located in the link http://www.yrp.ca/pvsc.aspx. You can also obtain information about the vulnerable sector screening, costs, application and location.
For those candidates that live in Durham Region, please go to the Durham Regional Police website. The vulnerable sector screening form can be located in the link http://drps.ca/internet_explorer/search/search_result.asp?Search=vulnerable+sector
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The effort to overturn Senate Bill 1, the law passed in February that seeks to shore up the Public Employees' Retirement Association (PERA), is now in its fourth month with a ruling on the first round of motions expected shortly from Judge Robert S. Hyatt of the Second Judicial District in Denver, The Colorado Statesman reports.
Three days after Gov. Bill Ritter signed SB 1, members of SAVE PERA COLA filed suit against the state and PERA, attempting to overturn a portion of the SB 1 law dealing with PERA's annual Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA).


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Here's the next statement colour you should try on your eyes.
What's the most adventurous colour you've worn on your eyes? How about red? A true red is a beautiful contrast against black eyes and hair.
Did you know that in Japan, young apprentice geisha known as maiko wear red pigment around their eyes as a sign of their youth?
If you want to try it for yourself, but you're worried it may be too costume-y or dramatic, here's how to make it wearable. The key is to not use eyeshadow at all.
Makeup artist Kevin Lee uses a matte lip pencil, which applies more precisely and also blends out sheerer than eyeshadow. And after all, if it looks good on your lips, it can look good on your eyes as well. It's also super, super easy to do.
Step 1 Line your eyes with your favourite eyeliner. Play up the outer corner of your eyes with a wing or a thicker line — it looks great with red eyeshadow.
Step 2 Use a red matte pencil to line your upper lids, just above your eyeliner. Smudge out over the lid with a finger.
Step 3 Line your lower lash line from the outer corner to the middle with the same red lip pencil and blend with a brush.
And there you have it! The speediest and easiest way to wear red on your eyes.
P.S. Try this trick with any shade of lip pencil for subtly dressed-up eyes in an instant.


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Umwelt-Campus Birkenfeld, Germany, an affiliate institution of Regent University College is currently receiving applications for its 2013 Study Semester course on Sustainable Business.
The course is a one-semester intensive course offered by the Umwelt-Campus Birkenfeld, University of Applied Sciences, Germany, which affords participants the opportunity to learn how companies could gain valuable advantages in the international market and prosper by implementing sustainable projects.
Additionally, participants will also gain hands-on experience of successful sustainable projects and experience how to adapt to today's main challenge of integrating business success and sustainability.
Interested students may contact Mr. William Asamoah, Director, Educational Support Services, on: 0245888843 For additional information about the programme visit: www.umwelt-campus.de/studysemester
The study semester has been awarded the title of "Official German Project of the UN Decade of education for Sustainable Development 2011/2012.


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Post-TasteCamp North interviews: Lenn Thompson of the New York Cork Report
By Remy Charest | Published: May 31, 2011
Here is a new installment in that series of interviews following up on discoveries made at TasteCamp North, held on both sides of the Niagara river on May 13-15, with some thirty-some wine bloggers and writers present. I'm particularly glad, today, to post the Q&A from Lenn Thompson, the founder of TasteCamp, without whom none of this [...]
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play something through
to play something, such as a piece of recorded music, all the way through. I played the album through, hoping to find even one song I liked. As I played through the album, I didn't hear anything I liked.
play through
[for golfers] to pass someone on the golf course. Do you mind if we play through? We have to get back to the courtroom by two o'clock. We let them play through because they were moving so fast.


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Pollock Clinics in New Westminster or Vancouver provide safe and gentle circumcision for male newborns, as well as older boys, teenagers and men. Using the specialized Pollock Technique™, a circumcision at our clinics is virtually painless and 10 times faster than the same procedure at a local hospital.
Circumcisions for males from Langley are performed at our offices in New Westminster or Vancouver.
Circumcision is a simple procedure in which the foreskin that sheathes the head of the penis is removed. Since foreskin traps bacteria and other infectious agents, its removal may improve genital hygiene and reduce risk of disease over the lifetime of the boy and his future sexual partners.
For new parents, circumcision is a personal decision, sometimes with religious or cultural implications. The recommended age for neonatal circumcision is 10 days to two weeks old. There's no need for a doctor's referral and appointments are typically available within 2 or 3 days.
60-Second Circumcision for Infants
The Pollock Technique™ is a unique method that uses a long-lasting, local anesthetic and a Mogen clamp. The procedure takes less than a minute for infants and under ten minutes for older boys or adults.
Parents are always welcome to stay with their child during the procedure if they choose. The room is warm, soothing music is played and a sugar pacifier for your baby helps to reduce any discomfort.
Langley patients can register online or call us at 604-717-6200.
Pollock Clinics has changed the standard of circumcision care in British Columbia, performing over two-thirds of the procedures in the Lower Mainland.
Though circumcision is commonly thought to be limited to infants, boys, teens or men may also be interested in the procedure for personal or medical reasons. We're prepared to help Langley patients of any age go through the operation with as little anxiety or discomfort as possible.
Quick Trip from Langley
Travel time from Langley to our clinic in Vancouver or New Westminster will vary depending on time of day, but shouldn't be more than a half hour.
Our circumcision procedure is fast and painless. Patients are normally on their way home within an hour.
Once you arrive at your appointment, our staff will get you settled in and answer any questions you may have. The doctors at the Pollock Clinic are clinical instructors at UBC Faculty of Medicine. They have a rich experience in performing circumcision and teach world wide.
Common Reasons for Circumcision
Parents who choose circumcision for their newborn are often guided by their religious or cultural heritage. But the procedure has health benefits as well. Because bacteria can build up under the foreskin, the procedure is proven to reduce urinary tract infections or bladder infections. Good hygiene is easier to maintain as your son grows.
Circumcised men have shown reduced risk of penile cancer, prostate cancer and sexually transmitted diseases, including HIV. For males with phimosis – an extreme tightening of the foreskin – circumcision is often the recommended treatment.
Circumcised men are also less likely to carry the human papillomavirus, significantly reducing the risk of cervical cancer for female sexual partners.
Quality of Care
As with any surgical procedure, there can be risks, but the Pollock Technique™ is an innovative method of circumcision that is changing quality of care across British Columbia. Unlike traditional procedures, our methods are minimally intrusive and have a very low rate of surgical complication.
Our physicians have performed thousands of circumcisions. Our staff will make sure you feel comfortable managing at-home after-care. You're always welcome to call if you have questions or concerns.
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We have two convenient clinic locations, in New Westminster and Vancouver. With multiple surgical rooms at each, we can easily accommodate procedures within days of your request. You can register to complete the paperwork online ahead of your appointment or just call us at 604-717-6200 to schedule a circumcision.


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text: Promotion can be a little overzealous in music these days, but if there's one record that deserves all the marketing attention, it's Kendrick Lamar's upcoming debut, good kid, m.A.A.d city. Released today, the album's official commercial cleverly chronicles the past findings of hip-hop's finest king maker Dr. Dre, including Eminem, 50 Cent and Game, and leads into 2012 to crown his current understudy, Kendrick, as the genre's next royal. Yes, it's a ton of pressure, but we trust this kid can live up to the hype. good kid, m.A.A.d city is due out Oct. 22 and can be pre-ordered now on iTunes.


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As part of the wrap-up for this course, we're looking back at some of the first things we wrote in June (Introduction to WebTools, Setting the Stage, and Guiding Principles for Tech Use in the Classroom).
I don't know that my thinking/philosophy on using technology has changed dramatically in the past two and a half months. I was on-board with tech use in the classroom with the goal of improved learning and connection, and I was excited to try out some new tools and learn from a new and diverse group of educators. I still am. I do have a clearer picture of some specific tools that I'd like to implement this year in my classes, and I am happy to have made many new connections in my continually-expanding PLN. What has changed for me is a renewed focus on the idea that the best web tools allow us to do something completely new. I find myself coming back to three points from Jeff Utecht's article "Evaluating Technology Use in the Classroom":
- Does the technology allow students to learn from people they never would have been able to without it?
- Does the technology allow students to interact with information in a way that is meaningful and could not have happened otherwise?
- Does the technology allow students to create and share their knowledge with an audience they never would have had access to without technology? [my emphasis]
I've been focused primarily on the second bullet point (which isn't horrible). If that's all we do with new technology, it still represents movement in the right direction. I've made some progress on the third point (through student blogging), but I don't think I've tapped into the full potential there. My students were very excited to keep track of their blog's Page Views counter, and they broadened their readership by putting their new biology blog posts up on Facebook. (Which, come to think of it, is actually a pretty significant step. I wonder if they were sharing any of their history essays, Spanish translations, or math problem sets on FB?) But I want to try to find some ways to have them interact with people outside of our classroom, outside of our state and country, if possible. That's a new goal of mine for the year.
Lastly, we should recognize that we're going to ask our students to jump into this whole using tech in the classroom in new ways thing along with us. They'll get their own crash courses in web tools in the coming year (in many of our classes), and they'll be fine. They'll learn the content (most of it, hopefully), and there will be some tools they like better than others (just like us). And all we can hope for at the end of the day is that they're willing to try new things, that they work hard, and that they're curious. It is science, right? What's not to be curious about? In the process, hopefully they'll understand more about themselves as learners. And as many have said before, the tech is not the point, it's just a tool, but if it improves learning then we're moving in the right direction.


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Somerville MA Real Estate
Neighborhood highlights: Real Estate, transportation, entertainment and more
Somerville was established as a town in 1842 when it was separated from the urbanizing Charlestown. The Seven Hills of Somerville (Central, Cobble, Ploughed, Prospect, Spring, Winter and Seven Hills Park) provide the neighborhoods with walking paths, a wonderful range of restaurants and all levels of transportation. If you are looking to invest in Somerville MA real estate you will find a variety of opportunities.
Powder House Park in West Somerville is one of the great city parks. It houses an old stone armory dating from the 1700's. Davis Square Somerville named in 1997 by the Utne Reader as the one of the 15 hippest places to live in the US, is home to a lively coffeehouse scene with each boasting its own fiercely loyal clientele. It is also known for its mom-and-pop shops, vintage stores, and other independent retailers.
Parking permits required for overnight parking.
For more neighborhood news about Somerville MA and the Boston Metro West area, follow the Avenue 3 Real Estate blog.


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Be a Part of V-Day 2004 - Put on a V-Day 2004 Event in Your Community or College!
At V-Day, September is an exciting and busy month as we finalize the overall V-Day 2004 campaign and as we open up the process for applications for local activists like yourselves to put on a V-Day benefit within your communities!
V-Day 2004: Celebrating Vagina Warriors:
Over the years since V-Day launched at the very first event in 1998, we have encountered incredible women working to end violence against women and girls in their communities. These women have often experienced violence either personally or witnessed it within their communities and dedicated themselves toward ending such violence through effective, grassroots means. These women have been the very heart of V-Day since it was conceived as a worldwide movement to empower and enable local activists to raise awareness and funds locally through V-Day benefit productions of "The Vagina Monologues."
This year, V-Day's 2004 campaign will honor such women around the world whom Founder/Artistic Director Eve Ensler has named "Vagina Warriors."
"Vagina Warriors know that the process of healing from violence is long and happens in stages. They give what they need the most, and by giving this they heal and activate the wounded part inside. Many Vagina Warriors work primarily on a grassroots level. Because what is done to women is often done in isolation and remains unreported, Vagina Warriors work to make the invisible seen. Mary in Chicago fights for the rights of Women of Color so that they are not disregarded or abused; Nighat risked stoning and public shaming in Pakistan by producing "The Vagina Monologues" in Islamabad so that the stories and passions of women would not go unheard; Esther insists that the hundreds of disappeared girls in Juarez are honored and not forgotten." - Eve Ensler, August 2003, Rome, Italy
Eve's complete essay on "Vagina Warriors" to follow. The complete V-Day 2004 campaign will be unveiled in October's V-mail.
The V-Day College and Worldwide Campaigns: Put on a V-Day 2004 event in your community or college!
Each year thousands of activists at colleges and cities around the world stage V-Day benefit productions of "The Vagina Monologues" to raise awareness and funds to end violence against women in their communities. These events take place in theaters, churches, cafeterias, and arenas. In 1998, the first V-Day event took place, launching the movement. In 1999 there were 70 V-Day events and each year the number has grown so that in 2003, 1000 V-Day events took place in cities as diverse as Los Angeles, California, USA to Islamabad, Pakistan, along the way exposing millions of people to V-Day's mission and raising over $4 million for local charities in 2003 alone.
For 2004, events are already being planned in India, Spain , Finland , Luxembourg and all throughout the United States and Canada
We are happy to announce that we are now accepting applications to organize local V-Day 2004 events which means you too can bring V-Day to your city, your community, your college, or your university!
To sign up, visit www.vday.org/signup/ .
You can make a difference in your community! V-Day events feature a benefit performance of "The Vagina Monologues." The money raised stays in your local community, supporting organizations that stop violence against women and girls. "The Vagina Monologues" playwright, V-Day Founder Eve Ensler, waives fees to V-Day benefit presenters of the play.
Organizing a V-Day event is a life changing experience both for the individual organizer and their communities – as two of our 2003 organizer's put it:
"This was one of the most enriching, powerful, and community-liberating experiences we have ever had. It brought people together on many levels and bridged gaps between: generations, geographic communities, families, social organizations, and between the cultural and corporate communities."
"This message that I have been scrambling to tell the world has reached a lot of people in a very short amount of time! A lot of work? Yes. But one man came up to me after the show and said "I have learned so much in the past two hours." If that is all I hear about this show forever in my whole life, it is enough. Because he will talk, and tell his friends, and they will think...and just maybe some change will be made. I do not plan to change the world in a day, but perhaps in a lifetime, day by day."
Bring V-Day to your community in 2004!
Join us. Help stop the Violence!
Sign up to organize a V-Day event www.vday.org/signup/.
To learn more about the V-Day College Campaign, visit www.vday.org/college/.
To learn more about the V-Day Worldwide Campaign, visit www.vday.org/world/.
We encourage you to keep the V-Day movement growing and join us, take an active role in expanding the movement to end violence against women and girls worldwide.


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New Member Resources: Getting Up To Speed
Congratulations on your appointment! You will now be joining a coalition of energetic and creative people engaged in important, exciting work. As with any new position there can be much to learn at first. To help facilitate the climb up and over this new learning curve.
You will be teamed with a mentor who will keep in contact with you to help guide you through the transition as a new member as comfortably and quickly as possible. Don't hesitate to call on your mentor, or any SILC member, with questions – discussion is one of the best ways to learn. SILC members are passionate about the work and will be eager to talk with you.
Steps for new members
Here are several things to do first:
- Connect with your mentor
- Study SILC basic tasks and duties. You can find many of them here (Job description, Title 7, expectations, etc.). Discuss your questions and thoughts with your mentor and other SILC members.
- Take online SILC introductory courses.
- Choose at least one work group or committee. Connect with your new member mentor or the chair person to discuss which groups and projects might be a good fit for your interests and experience.
- Familiarize yourself with current SILC projects, concerns, issues. Talk with your mentor to learn details about these things.
Here are some things SILC members should be vigilant about in their regular interactions with others during their tenure:
- Informing and educating others about the SILC, the CIL, and the perspectives of independent living.
- Encouraging others to become involved – as SILC members, work group members, as citizen advocates, and especially as someone who may have a disability.
- Encouraging people to attend public hearings and other IL related events.
- Use your personal and professional resources to advertise and promote SILC forums and other events.
- Encouraging individuals and organizations to contact public officials to express their concerns and desires regarding IL related issues
- Encouraging people to contact the SILC with their IL related thoughts and concerns
Remember that SILC members are always available and eager to help and support one another, especially new members. Get involved right away – dig in, start pro-actively participating – it's the best way to learn and there's a lot to do!


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The Offspring have released another song from their ninth full length, Days Go By. The song is titled "Crusing California" and will be the first Australian single and you can find it here.
The band has also announced a pair of London shows for later this year. The band will headline two back-to-back nights at London's O2 Shepherds Bush Empire on June 5th and 6th.


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Head-Administration Moser Baer, Greater Noida
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Manager-HR HCL
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Manager-HR Jaro Education
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CEO Digital Force
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VP - HR Delhivery
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COO, Trinet Solutions
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President - Retail Shri Laxmi Cotsyn Ltd.
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General Manager Business Standard
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National Head Sify Technologies
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Manager-HR Videocon Industries Ltd.
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29 February 2012
New Guild Members
This is a new Studio and is selling fibre crafts.
A warm guild Welcome to Favored Memories too.This is a supply shop full of useful and attractive findings and bits.
Welcome to WIAN Studios who signed up
to the Guild today; 29th Febraury.
And another new member to Welcome is EK Web Designs
28 February 2012
Sail Away to the "Islands Of Time" with Artist S L Waldon
When asked how she comes up with a design, award winning artist S L Waldon answered, "All of my art pieces have a story to tell. They speak of the simple fulfillment of their own moments. They are 'Islands of Time' set apart in a tangible way".
As a confessed storyteller, S L Waldon has taken that quote and transformed her entire studio to tell you a story.
Islands Of Time is filled with eye catching color and so many of her paintings display a seamless motion that captures you up and takes you along until you find the end of the story. It may be a surprise ending that leaves you delighted.
A perfect example of her storytelling ability reside in Two Red Fish.
Amazing and dashing, two red fish play in a watercolor bowl that invites you to dip your toes in to see if they will nibble on your feet. They dance and shimmer from side to side while appearing to grin with pleasure that you are watching them; the little show offs. Their hide and seek game has been put on just for you. The original is available for you to take home. They make a perfect apartment pet.
S L Waldon is a Florida resident and if you have never been to Florida, you cannot fully appreciate the overwhelming amount of color that state has created just for her to capture within the bristles of her paintbrush. S L Waldon finds color her favorite "material" to work with as it affords her the opportunity to transform your world to hers with a stroke of a brush or a stitch of fiber. This allows her to take what she sees in her mind and bring it to fruition; seeing a vision and following it to completion.
The abundance of color has been expressed in some of S L Waldon's exquisite roses and other flowers, which have been a favorite subject in the collections that other Artfire artist's have curated. It is not uncommon to see some of S L Waldon's pink roses in a collection or three. Next to the roses, her whimsical fish are a popular addition to other collections of animals.
S L Waldon has a sense of humor as well; one look at her Brothers Gill Singing Group cracks the hardest exterior.
Speaking of hard exteriors, her playful brush has a fondness for marine life as her grumpy crabs scuttle over bookmarks.
Or in her handmade octopus of school team colors, if you please. Deland's Stetson University never looked so good.
Ghostly images in the deep are eerily displayed in Take a Right at the Sea Grass.
For the budget minded, S L Waldon has a series of bookmarks, cards and other tiny treasures featuring her lovely watercolors. This makes it affordable for anyone to own something from the Islands of Time. She also has added her artwork to Zazzle where you can find her orchids, fish and other graceful creations. http://www.zazzle.com/islandsoftime
In addition to her delightful paintings, S L Waldon has an adequate inventory of fiber art jewelry of heirloom quality; there is something for every gift occasion. She said that her one of a kind artisan pieces have been created with great skill and attention to detail. You can see that all of the stitching has been stabilized and it is easy to care for with hand washing and air drying.
Tiny stitches are part of the design in this open heart necklace.
You can see the intricate stitching as it weaves along the heart before turning to incorporate perfectly matched tiny pink beads for that extra shimmer and shine.
For those who have recently created a tropical haven on the East Coast, your East facing living room would not be complete until you found these two ethereal creatures dancing within. These are created from S L Waldon's own tank of tropical dancers. Even in monochromatic painting, she still manages to exhibit a wide range of brilliant color.
For over 45 years S L Waldon has painted, sewn, created jewelry and worked with fiber. Eight years ago, she made the transition from a hobby to a professional side job. Her current job is based at home, which allows for her to sneak away and grab a couple of creative hours a day to feed her need to create. Her perfect day is any day that she can finish a creation; following her vision from mind's eye to fingertips.
"As I say in my bio, I am an artist by birth. It is my calling. It is my privilege. It is my joy", S L Walden said about her creative inspiration. Along with being born to create, she is surrounded by a family of creative people, which makes it a way of life for all. She uses her ability to create to be of use to others and love, life and happiness are her inspirations.
Norman Rockwell has found his way into her heart for his ability to celebrate the best of what humans are, what they should aspire to be, all the while earning a living while painting.
Even though she is experienced in local gallery sales, S L Waldon has decided to make her home online with her Artfire studio while she spends her time creating new images to delight her followers. She is open 24/7 this way and she is always available to answer any questions you might have.
She is a member of several online Artfire guilds, not surprisingly, she is the inspirational writer for the A Passion for Painting Guild, sharing some of her creative passion in order to inspire others to reach higher and further than they knew possible, asking them, what will you create today?
She is an avid blogger, sharing stories of her paintings with us that make us an intimate part of her art. Recently, her ruffled orchids went to court with her.
You can find S L Waldon at www.IslandsOfTime.artfire.com and her blog at www. islandsoftime.blogspot.com. You can follow her blog and receive updates when she posts new articles. Also be sure and "like" her on Facebook to get her updates. http://www.facebook.com/islandsoftimeartscrafts
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Come sail away today with S L Waldon and be prepared to come away with a little fish or two of your own. You cannot enjoy her art without wanting to own a piece that you can admire at all times. Just because she has no favorites does not mean that you will not find a favorite among her offerings.
16 February 2012
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15 February 2012
The Blu Print: 5 Things I Want In My Soap
The Blu Print: 5 Things I Want In My Soap: Soap is an interesting thing; it is said that the history of soap goes back to early Babylonian times. It is also said that early Roman wome...
08 February 2012
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And Welcome Leslie Marie by Design
07 February 2012
Polymer Clay Canes: February's New Blooms! Raw Polymer Clay Cane Flowe...
04 February 2012
More Welcomes!
Supplier of hand crafted tart melts.Accents and Petals who specializes in creating flowers, floral bouquets, wedding bouquets, centerpieces and more from paper, various wood shavings, fossilized leaves, corn husks, fabrics and other recycled items.
Silver Moon Lyn who also has a very attractive looking shop and you will find a range of dichroic glass jewellery and cabochons, and soon to come, some of my drawings in the form of ACEO's and gift cards.
Welcome Mint To Be Stationery Offering handmade notebooks,favour boxes,Fine Art Prints and much more! All handmade in the UK.
HomeMaid ExpressionsLots of attractive looking soaps, lotions and potions but also wooden soap dishes and other goodies too.
And lastly this week, a warm Guild Welcome to Wildly American Soap Co.Visit the Studio for handmade soaps and bath products.
01 February 2012
Mid Week Product Tweek
We have work that's piling up and dishes to do.
|Mums On The Water ACEO
This is the perfect time to take a breath and inspire ourselves with a little tweek in our Studio. Head on over to your Studio and check your stats. The products with the least views could sure use an upgrade.
Sometimes I use my hour or so to just look. I mean REALLY LOOK at my items. I often will deactivate the ones that are just sitting there. It clears my head and makes servicing my Studio a little easier when it's not cluttered up with 'sitting stuff'.
We all need a mid week pick me up. We could all benefit from lightening our load a bit. Try it. It might just be the thing you need to kick start a whole new stream of creativity!
Thanks for listening.
What will you create today?
S L Waldon
Islands Of Time
Artfire 2012
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Second January book (which means I am on track for 24 books this year despite the fact that my work life has become a whirlwind) is The Summer Tree by Guy Gavriel Kay. Let's get to it:
It must be at least a decade since I first heard about this book. I don't remember where, or what was said, other than that it was all positive and I put the book on my 'to read' list because it intrigued me. It proved difficult to find in shops, and this was before I had a debit card with which I could order things online. Then there were other things to read and... I just didn't get around to it. Until now. So, sadly, I can't really remember my expectations for this book.
I was expecting it to be good, and I was expecting it to be fantasy. As it turns out, it wasn't the type of fantasy I thought it was. It was the kind where humans from the real world are dragged into the fantasy world. As much as I love C S Lewis, that isn't really my preferred form.
Despite that, I did enjoy this book. It didn't take long at all for me to get past the 'why is this book set in Toronto?' factor and start really getting into the emotional meat of the characters. And the characters certainly do have a lot of emotional depth which is slowly uncovered. Not only the humans from our world but the Dwarf King and the Magician as well. I struggled to keep the five humans straight for a while, but eventually got the hang of it. The relationships between them are interesting, as are the varying relationships between each character and their families. There's not a lot of that, because they move to the fantasy world fairly fast, but what there was was enough to keep me interested in their stories.
The structure of this book did some interesting things. At the beginning, it seemed normal as we followed the group of five humans plus two Fionavar residents. Then, as the character went their separate ways the narrative started switching between them. There was no warning that this was happening, the book would just launch into a new viewpoint. (This may have been a fault in my ebook, but I doubt it.) I swear, towards the climax of the novel the sections got much shorter and it started to feel almost like they were weaving in and out of one another.Which is appropriate, as there's a lot of reference to The Weaver (a god figure) and The Tapestry (fate). Then the narrative went back in time to almost the beginning of the story, which was incredibly frustrating because I want to know what happened. But then, as with the best authors, I got into the new story - which wasn't presented in the tapestry form. Even though this structure didn't really carry through, it was still interesting.
I don't have a lot of criticism for this book, and most of what there is revolves around the end. I was not entirely pleased to find that there's surprise rape and torture about thirty pages from the end. It was well written, and not explicit, but I still could have done with it. Though, that said, it made the actual final-page ending a lot more powerful. The other problem with the ending was that it was a cliffhanger. Now, this is part of a serious so I wasn't expecting everything to be neatly wrapped up, but I do prefer not to be left wondering if everyone is still alive.
Final Thoughts
I'm not sure this book is AS good as the praise I heard made it out to be, nor am I convinced it was worth waiting ten years for. I did enjoy it, though, which is more of an achievement given I don't like this specific subgenre that much. The characters were enough to carry off any faults with it, and I find the structure interesting. 7 stars.


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'Amy's Tale' The end of year performance by Majestic Performing Arts Academy students in Marrickville.
Set is a school classroom where Miss Mariane inspires her students to live bravely and take chances regardless of the adversity that life throws you.
An all orignal script and chorography with song and dance routines, tap, musical theatre, jazz, contemporary dance and a full one act ballet.


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The winter season will turn Memphis into a winter wonderland, but it can also cause a lot of damage to your vehicle. Salt from the road and cold temperatures can affect your car's paint job, engine performance, and tires significantly. To keep your car running smoothing in the harsh winter, remember these car care tips for cold weather.
Replace your wiper blades. Wiper blades should be replaced every six months, so it is important to do so before winter weather gets bad. Good windshield wipers will ensure you can see all season long, no matter how bad the weather is.
Check your battery. Cold temperatures can affect your battery life greatly, which can lead to a dead battery. No one wants to get stranded in the snow, so consider checking your battery's life before the temperature drops. If your battery is older than five years, have it tested regularly and replace when necessary.
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Lillian Gobitas Klose, Who Challenged Flag Salute in Schools, Dies at 90
Lillian Gobitas Klose, whose refusal to say the Pledge of Allegiance as a Pennsylvania schoolchild in the 1930s led to a U.S. Supreme Court decision upholding the requirement that was later overruled, has died at age 90.
Mrs. Klose died at her home in Fayetteville, Ga., on Aug. 22, The New York Times reported in Sunday's editions.
Lillian Gobitas and her brother, William, were expelled from the Minersville, Pa., school district in 1935 for their refusal to say the Pledge. Their family belonged to the Jehovah's Witnesses, which had chosen to challenge such mandatory classroom observances.
The children's father, Walter Gobitas, explained to the Minersville school board that Jehovah's Witnesses did not believe in bowing to any "graven images" portraying false gods, which included the flags of nations, according to Peter Irons in his account in The Courage of Their Convictions: Sixteen Americans Who Fought Their Way to the Supreme Court.
In a first-person account in the book, Lillian said her brother had come home from 5th grade one day and announced that he had refused to stand for the Pledge. The next day, Lillian, then 12, took her stand.
"This wasn't something my parents forced on us," she said in the account. Her teacher was supportive, but the students in her class "were just awful," she said. "I sat down and the whole room was aghast. After that, when I'd come to school, they would throw a hail of pebbles and yell things like, 'Here comes Jehovah!'"
The family sued the school district and won in both a federal district court and a federal appeals court. Somewhere along the way, Irons writes, a court clerk misspelled the family name as Gobitis, and that is the spelling associated with their case, including the Supreme Court decision.
In Minersville School District v. Gobitis in 1940, Justice Felix W. Frankfurter wrote for an 8-1 court that religious belief "does not relieve the citizen from the discharge of political responsibilities."
"A society which is dedicated to the preservation of these ultimate values of civilization may in self-protection utilize the educational process for inculcating those almost unconscious feelings which bind men together in a comprehending loyalty, whatever may be their lesser differences and difficulties," Frankfurter wrote.
The opinion unleashed a wave of attacks on Jehovah's Witnesses across the country. In 1943, with new two justices, Wiley Rutledge and Robert Jackson, the court agreed to hear a similar case from West Virginia.
In West Virginia State Board of Education v. Barnette, the court ruled 6-3 to overrule Gobitis and strike down a state law requiring students to recite the Pledge.
"If there is any fixed star in our constitutional constellation, it is that no official, high or petty, can prescribe what shall be orthodox in politics, nationalism, religion, or other matters of opinion or force citizens to confess by word or act their faith therein," Justice Jackson wrote for the majority. "If there are any circumstances which permit an exception, they do not now occur to us."
Lillian wrote in her first-person account that she and her family attended the Barnette arguments in the Supreme Court. At the time the book was published, in 1988, she said, "It has been more than 50 years since I took a stand on the flag salute, but I would do it again in a second. Without reservation!"


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text: Pathways rolls out to your club in early December. This session tells you about the new Toastmasters education program. It highlights what is available to new and current members. Aside from the updated program, members are able to access material and track their progress 'on line'. That is via your computer and tablet. This session is an important information session if you are not able to attend the club meeting at which the Pathways Guide shared information with members.