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KCBS BOD MEETING AGENDA - September 14, 2011September 12, 2011
Board of Directors Meeting - September 14, 2011
Requests to Speak: None as of Sunday, September 11, 2011.
MINUTES: Tana Shupe requests that the Board approve the following Minutes of the meeting held on August 10, 2011.
MINUTES - August 10, 2011
There were no requests to speak.
Members present were Mike McCloud, Vicki Payton and Dale Newstrom.
The board members recited the KCBS Mission and the Board Pledge.
President Candy Weaver called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m. central time.
Board members in attendance were Carolyn Wells, Executive Director, Candy Weaver, Mark Simmons, Don Harwell, Mike Budai, Mike Lake, Randy Bigler, Tana Shupe, Wayne Lohman, Paul Kirk, Arlie Bragg and Merl Whitebook. Gene Goycochea was absent.
MINUTES OF JULY 2011 MEETING: Tana Shupe, Secretary
Secretary asked that the Minutes of the July 2011 meeting be approved as presented. Seconded by Wayne Lohman, the minutes were accepted as presented.
MMA/KCBS MARKETING REPORT: Tana Shupe/Mike McCloud
Mike McCloud reported that KCBS participation in the Extreme Makeover episode was a huge success. He anticipates that KCBS should see a lot of media visibility and that we should expect a massive rebound effect. He gave thanks to the board members and volunteers who were present and will prepare an article to be published in a future issue of The Bullsheet giving a synopsis and impressions of the event.
GABT Tour
- Completed 12 GABT events; sent out official recap to partners
- Ongoing assistance for the Tour Team in product shipments, logistics and on-site media promotion
- Rerouted the Tour on an open date to the Eastern Carolina BBQ Throw Down in Rocky Mount, NC
- Generated additional publicity through radio remotes in Columbus, MS; Springfield, MO; New York; Naperville, IL; North Wildwood, NJ and Columbus, OH
Sam's Club BBQ Series:
- Continued coordination of communications efforts for the Inaugural Sam's Club National BBQ Tour
- Publicized through regional e-blasts to competitors
- Promoted all activities via KCBS social media assets
- Recruited local volunteers to ensure event success
- Total July sales: $2,543
- Advertising sold for July: $2,410
- Uploaded August Bullsheet
- Uploaded MP3 of July's BOD meeting
- Updated Forms section of website as requested by KCBS
- Updated TOY database
- Updated content on Judges page of website
- Updating website with all sponsor programs winners/information
- Continued experimentation with and development of a mobile application of web site /certain databases
- Social Media: Using MMA, KCBS, and GABT Facebook and Twitter pages to promote KCBS-related events/promotion
- GABT: 1,437 Twitter followers / 20,596 Facebook post views
- KCBS: 808 Twitter followers / 236,844 Facebook post views
- Sent GABT press release out in Columbus, OH market
- Sent Rancher's Reserve local press release out in Louisa, VA market
- Sent Kingsford Points Chase press release out in Greenwood, SC market
- Updated Kingsford Points Chase blog after Greenwood, SC event
- Updating News section of KCBS website as needed
- Sent out Quarterly membership e-blast
- Ongoing CBJ PR
Sponsorship Activities
- Continued Kingsford Points Chase implementation/follow-up
- Completed third Reser's Fine Foods American Classics Summer Series event
- Coordination of Rancher's Reserve Beef Cup pre- and post- event
- Completed 2011 Annual Membership Survey
- Announced giveaway winners via KCBS website
- Created and shared Survey results via KCBS website
- Gathered and sent member-generated credit card designs to KCBS
- Working with KCBS on Extreme Home Makeover BBQ Throwdown
- Garnered sponsor donations
- Assisting with logistics as needed
- Expect to see national exposure of the KCBS brand
- Request from Illinois Pork Board to rent/lease the Pork Board trailer (details to be discussed at board meeting)
FINANCE COMMITTEE: Mike Budai
The Finance Committee recommended adopting the financial statements as presented.
Seconded by Tana Shupe, the motion was accepted unanimously. In answer to a request, Mike will report to the Board how the $20,000 allocated for the Sam's Club BBQ Series is being spent.
SANCTIONING COMMITTEE: Wayne Lohman
The Sanctioning Committee recommends approval of all new and existing contests listed in the August New/Change Request Report. Seconded by Randy Bigler, the m otion was accepted unanimously.
New Contests:
10/14-16 Best Backyard BBQ New London, CT
10/8-9 Grill'n & Chill'n on Main Waxhaw, NC
12/9-11 Holiday Barbeque for Kids Mesa, AZ
Existing Contests (2012):
6/15-16 Blue Ridge BBQ & Music Fest Tryon, NC
5/4-5 Apple Blossom BBQ Contest St. Joseph, MO
5/25-26 Lewisburg Rotary Club BBQ Lewisburg, TN
3/30-31 Benton KY Kiwanis BBQ Kook-off Benton, KY
7/3-4 Whiting 4th of July BBQ Cook-off Whiting, IA
3/30-31 Slidell BBQ Challenge Slidell, LA
5/18-19 Randolph County Pig Party Steeleville, IL
3/2-3 Smokin in the Square Pensacola, FL
5/18-19 Bakersfield's Biggest Baddest BBQ Championship Bakersfield, CA
12/30-31 Second Annual Wild West BBQ Championship Buena Park, CA
12/31-1/1 Second Annual Wild West BBQ Championship Buena Park, CA
New Contests (2012):
8/26-27 Deaths Door Barbeque Washington Island, WI
5/11-12 Rods, Ribs & Rock-n-Roll Manhattan, KS
EDUCATION COMMITTEE: Paul Kirk & Tana Shupe
In this committee's efforts to support the Mission of KCBS, we believe it is especially important to educate and develop a program for our young cookers. We have researched a specific program that is exhibiting the success that we believe could help us reach that goal. The facility is located approximately 110 miles from Nashville, and the program is designed to expose its participants to numerous aspects of kitchen operation including cooker design and assembly, cutting/identifying meat cuts, cooking/grilling, food chemistry, mixing/weighing, blending rubs, marinades, sauces, glazes, along with garnering sponsorships and community support, and creating brand imagery.
The program includes two age groups, one for 4th through 8th graders, and the second for 9th through 12th graders. Participants are trained in multiple skill sets and are exposed to professional barbecue competitions.
We are requesting an amount, not to exceed $850*, for the chairman and co-chairman of this committee to visit the facility and to then determine the feasibility and manner in which this type of program can be encouraged and instituted in other cities throughout the country.
*Estimated expenses:
Round-trip flight from Kansas City to Nashville: $385
One-night hotel accommodation: 125
Mileage: ±400 mi. @ .555
Tullahoma/Nashville/Crossville/Return 200
Meals: 70
Mark Simmons asked that the request be amended to allocate up to $1,000O. A motion to allocate the request was made by Randy Bigler. Seconded by Wayne Lohman, the otion passsed unanimously.
CBJ COMMITTEE: Mike Lake
The following updated detailed YTD judging classes report sent to BOD. Synopsis for 2011: 48 classes - 2,080 Students - 627 KCBS Members - 1,439 New Members - 14 Media Comps
Continuing Education for judges: Committee is working with MMA regarding the formatting of a web based program. The report was accepted as submitted.
CONTEST REPS COMMITTEE: Mark Simmons & Randy Bigler
The Contest Rep Committee met August 2 by conference call. Mark Simmons, Randy Bigler, Larry King and Ken Dakai were present. Bunny Tuttle was not able to be on the call due to schedule conflicts.
The Committee is happy to report that Don and Nancy Muller are now contest reps and will serve the New England area well. They have received several very positive reports and all of the reps who have been involved in their training have given positive reports. The same can be said for Audrey Budai and Sharon Hadley. All are now able to be assigned to contests.
There have been some situations where contest reps are smoking while they are handing out boxes. A note is to be posted on the rep forum to remind them that contest reps are not to smoke and handle boxes at the same time and if they smoke to be sure that they wash their hands before they hand out boxes.
There was a review of last month's recommendations by the Rules Committee and the recommendation from the Rep Committee was in agreement with the decision of the BOD that all three of the proposals be withdrawn.
No additional motions were brought before the BOD.
There is one matter to be reviewed in closed session concerning a contest rep.
The committee's report was accepted as submitted.
CONTEST PROGRAM COMMITTEE: Mike Budai
The updated committee members include Mike Budai, Candy Weaver, Don Harwell, Carolyn Wells, Stephen Smith, Kevin Keeling, Scott Grinstead and Steve Grinstead
The Contest Program Committee recommends accepting and funding the proposal from InDevX inc.
RULES COMMITTEE: Randy Bigler
The Rules Committee met on Monday Aug 1 by conference call. Members on the call were the Bigler's, Vince Carriccoi and Arlie Bragg. We have decided to table the motion on having the Contest Reps do the meat inspections and withdraw the other two motions for Reps to do Pit Inspections and requiring judges to complete comment cards on scores of 5 or lower.
After discussions between the Rules and Rep Committees, both committees decided to withdraw the motion to have comment cards discontinued.
Randy Bigler made a motion that, effective January 1, 2012, the terminology of Rule #8 be updated to reflect that the sous-vide technique is not allowed to be used as a KCBS cooking technique. Seconded by Mike Budai, the motion passed with eight aye votes, and one nay vote. Two members were absent.
The consensus of the board is to change terminology on the Judges' Meeting CD to reflect that judges may not consume or use alcoholic beverages or other mind-altering substances prior to or during judging, that only water may be consumed during judging, and that scented wipes may not be used while judging.
MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE: Gene Goycochea - No Report
PHILANTHROPY COMMITTEE: Arlie Bragg - No Report
TECHNOLOGY COMMITTEE: Don Harwell - No Report
Candy Weaver made a motion that the board accept the proposal to un-wrap the National Pork Board graphics off of the KCBS new trailer. Seconded by Mark Simmons, the motion was accepted unanimously.
The board ruled that Bradley cookers are electric and are not allowed for use in KCBS sanctioned contests.
At 8:05 p.m., Randy Bigler moved to go into closed session. Seconded by Paul Kirk, ayes were unanimous.
1) Discussion regarding a Contest Rep. CONSENSUS OF THE BOARD IS THAT THE REP CHAIRPERSONS WILL DETERMINE THE PROPER RESOLUTION OF THE ISSUE.
2) Proposal from InDevX Inc.
After coming out of closed session, the board's consensus is that the rep chairpersons will determine the proper resolution of the issue regarding a specific rep.
Mike Budai made a motion that the board accept and fund the proposal from InDevX. Seconded by Paul Kirk, the motion passed eight ayes to one nay, with two members absent.
At 9:12 p.m., Paul Kirk moved to adjourn. Seconded by Randy Bigler, the motion passed unanimously.
(End of Minutes from August meeting.)
MARKETING REPORT: Tana Shupe/Mike McCloud
GABT Tour
- Completed 16 GABT events
- Ongoing assistance for the Tour Team in product shipments, logistics, and on-site media promotion
- Recruitment of local volunteers to ensure event success
- Generated additional publicity through radio remotes in Worland, WY and Sparks, NV.
Sam's Club BBQ Series
- Continued coordination of communications efforts for the Inaugural Sam's Club National BBQ Tour
- Publicized through regional e-blasts to competitors
- Promoted all activities via KCBS social media assets
- August competitions included: Birmingham, Marietta, Orlando, Indianapolis
- Continued coordination and Assistance with Sam's Club National Championship in Bentonville
- Coordination with logistics for partners
- Coordination and planning for VIP Party
- Coordinating a private CBJ class for Sam's Club executives.
- Total August Sales: $2693.00
- Advertising sold for August: $2227.50
- Uploaded September Bullsheet
- Uploaded MP3 of August's BOD meeting
- Updated Rancher's events: Rancher's Reserve Sirloin Competition (links/ dates/photos) on KCBS webpage
- Social Media, Using MMA, KCBS, and GABT Facebook and Twitter pages to promote KCBS-related events/promotion
- GABT: 1505 Twitter Followers / 10293 FB post views
- KCBS: 884 Twitter Followers / 142768 FB post views
- GABT releases to: Milwaukee, WI, Dillon, CO and Reno, NV markets
- Rancher's Reserve release to: Dallas, TX market
- Kingsford Points Chase release to: Portsmouth, ME and Worland, WY markets
- Updated Kingsford Points Chase blog after Eliot, ME and Worland, WY events
- Updated News section of KCBS website as necessary
- Ongoing CBJ PR
Sponsorship Activities
- Coordination for Sam's Club National BBQ Tour VIP Event
- 2012 Planning - Conducting brand meetings for next year's GABT, Sam's Club National BBQ Tour and American GrillMaster Experience
- Further work on KCBS iPhone/Droid App
- Created banner box placeholder for promoting KCBS 26th Annual Banquet in San Diego: Added online registration for Embassy Suites. "Smoking in San Diego"
- Agency services invested:
- Strategy- 9.25 Hours
- Administrative- 8.08 Hours
- Web/Social Media- 24.25 Hours
- Public Relations- 48.36 Hours
- Production- 8.60 hours
- TOTAL- 98.54 Hours
FINANCE REPORT - Mike Budai
1) The Finance Committee recommends adopting the financial statements sent to the board on September 11, 2011.
2) Motion to establish the KCBS Foundation with $2000 in seed capitol. (establish account, incorporate, bylaws, etc.) The purpose is that Tony's family designated KCBS as a memorial gift in Tony's name. In order for those gifts to be tax deductable, they have to be made out to the foundation. There are already gifts to be deposited. I propose the KCBS Foundation be established for (1) educational, (2) charitable, (3) disaster relief and (4) other charitable acts.
SANCTIONING REPORT - Wayne Lohman
The Sanctioning Committee recommends approval of all new and existing contests listed in the September New/Change Request Report pending discussion by the Board.
The only new contest in question, because of team density, is the Storm Lake, IA contest, 117 miles from an existing contest in Pender, NE. Spoke with Pender, NE organizer, Mark Lorensen who felt that the State Center, IA contest, 153 miles apart, was more of a competition threat than new Storm Lake, IA event. He didn't feel that the Storm Lake, IA contest would hurt his event since it was only 17 teams and this event had been held for several years. Storm Lake will have their contest even if we don't sanction as it is part of a city festival.
I will update the Board on my discussion with Mike McMillen on the Tuscumbia, MO contest held on August 12 & 13 in which the organizer did not meet minimum sanctioning requirements.
New Contests:
11/11-12 Smokin on the Delta Antioch, CA
Existing Contests (2012):
5/18-19 Cotton Pickin' BBQ Cook-off Hartselle, AL
3/9-10 BBQ Championship & Hog Wild Festival Mobile, AL
8/3-4 Smokin on the Prarie Gillette, WY
5/11-12 Sertoma 48 BBQ Lawrence, KS
5/4-5 Mississippi Springfest Ashland, MS
4/6-7 The Ultimate BBQ Showdown
East vs West III Wildomar, CA
7/27-28 Westfair "I Got Smoked at Westfair" Council Bluffs, IA
5/25-26 8th Annual Best Dam Barbecue Challenge Boulder City, NV
5/25-26 Red, White & Blue BBQ Topeka, KS
4/20-21 Main Street BBQ & Bluesfest Washington, MO
8/3-4 Laurie Hillbilly BBQ Laurie, MO
6/29-30 I Love Barbecue & Music Festival Lake Placid, NY
8/17-18 20th Annual State Barbeque Championship
of Nebraska LaPlatte, NE
4/20-21 6th Annual Smokin Red Dirt BBQ Enid, OK
6/1-2 Original SC BBQ Championships Huron, SD
5/25-26 Rhythm Q's & Blues Edmond, OK
6/8-9 Que'n for Kids OC BBQ Festival Costa Mesa, CA
7/6-7 2nd Annual Holbrook Ace in the Hole
BBQ Cook-off Holbrook, AZ
New Contests (2012):
4/20-21 Cornelia Apple Blossom BBQ Festival Cornelia, GA
6/15-16 Lakefest BBQ Contest Storm Lake, IA
3/2-3 Surprise BBQ Festival Surprise, AZ
1/27-28 Georgia BBQ Championship Throwdown Young Harris, GA
7/13-14 1st Annual Smokin Up a Storm Charity
BBQ Challenge Norman, OK
7/27-28 Foothills Country Fair Backyard BBQ Bash Cleveland, TN
6/1-2 Milk Cow Music Festival Fair Oaks, IN
MEMBERSHP REPORT - Gene Goycochea
We now have a deal with National rental car to get a small discount; we will also receive a Emerald level for free. I will explain benefits at the meeting.
CBJ REPORT - Mike Lake
The following updated detailed YTD judging classes report was sent to BOD. Synopsis for 2011: 54 classes - 2,404 Students - 740 KCBS Members - 1,649 New Members - 15 Media Comps.
The questions for the continuing education program have been sent to the "IT" folks at MMA and we are now working on the best format to place this program in a Web based program.
Special Recognition for those CBJ's who have documented and achieved 100 contest(s). A special badge or logo is being prepared for our consideration by one of those judges.
TECHNOLOGY REPORT - Don Harwell
Created MP3 file of the August regular meeting for posting on our web site.
Quarterly review of the KCBS web has begun and updates and fixes of data are being tracked.
Elections: After review of several online elections companies I motion that we (KCBS) use Votenet Solutions as the Company for our online voting for the January 2012 election. The cost of the services for 15,000 eligible voter is $8,000.00 and for an addition $3,000.00 we can add up to five votes/surveys/elections in a 12-month period
EDUCATION REPORT - Paul Kirk
Tana's and my trip to visit Mark Davis and the Jr Skill Centers in Monterey, TN has been postponed to next month so we can interview students that are in the program and get their input and ideas about their program.
CONTEST PROGRAM REPORT - Mike Budai
Initial discovery process has been completed and on 9-7-2011, InDevX submitted a contract proposal to the committee. The Contest Program Committee will be meeting to discuss and make recommendations on the proposed contract.
REP REPORT - Mark Simmons
The month of August was fruitful for KCBS. The Association sanctioned 51 contests, which included almost 2000 teams competing (an average of 38 teams/contest). Over $400,000 was included in the payouts for the contests and more than 95% of the judges were certified.
Our reps are doing a fine job across the country and represent KCBS as great ambassadors.
The committee is beginning to trudge through the rep manual with the intent of making recommendations for revisions for the 2012 season.
Sharon Hadley has completed her requirements and is now a contest rep who can receive assignments.
Everywhere I go I have judges, cooks, and even new members requesting to become a part of the rep pool. We review applications as they are submitted in writing with a recommendation of an existing rep. The greatest need for new reps still is in the middle Atlantic and Northeastern part of our country. Probably the next part of the country where the need will be greatest could be the West Coast. That area seems to be doing very well in adding new
sanctioned contests.
Mike Budai: I move that after a team's head cook membership has expired for 12 months that the team name is dropped from the KCBS data base.
Don Harwell: I move to copywrite the terms "KCBS Pit Master" and "KCBS Pit Masters"
After cooking 20 KCBS contests a KCBS member would earn membership in the KCBS Pit Masters. A patch could be designed and sold to those who qualify and perhaps even a line of clothing. Membership would be required to continue to be a part of the KCBS Pit Masters.
Don Harwell: I move to reword the Table Captains CD for 2012 From"……Each contestant must submit at least six (6) portions of meat in an approved container. Meat may be presented, sliced, diced, pulled, or chopped; all are acceptable forms of presentation. …." To"……Each contestant must submit at least six (6) portions of meat in an approved container. With the exception of Ribs, meat may be presented, sliced, diced, pulled, or chopped; all are acceptable forms of presentation
Paul Kirk: Moves that the following be approved as the KCBS procedure for solving situations relevant to Reps/Judges/Cooks. Set-Up a Situation/Grievance Panel made up of one (1) board member and four (4) KCBS members in good standing. This needs to take place before the board meeting and their decision presented to the board.
- We get both sides of the story
1a. If there is any conflict with the parties involved, we appoint a Mediator.
- The information is reviewed, discussed and annualized.
- The Panel makes an educated Decision or Determination
- Panel reports to the Board.
Arlie Bragg: Proposes a Community Disaster and Relief Fund.
A fund of $25,000.00 should be allocated to be used for disaster and community relief. The fund will be allocated in amounts up to $2,500.00 per request. There will be two methods to access these funds. Provided, that these funds are issued on a reimbursement basis for actual food purchased and prepared by members of KCBS, only.
Method one: Disaster relief, when a natural disaster occurs which impacts a significant portion of a community and one or more KCBS members organize a group to cook and provide food to Police, Fire, rescue workers and those members of the community who are affected by the tragedy. KCBS will provide reimbursement (based upon actual receipts submitted) for meats, food and water provided, without charge, in an amount not to exceed $2,500.00 per occurrence.(note any person or person who pursues this project MUST contact the KCBS office to ascertain that funds remain for distribution, (not approval) prior to the event.
Method two: Community action, when a community is effected by such things as the deployment of military unit(s) or the return of a military unit(s) from a combat area, then application may be made for approval of the project, by a member of KCBS and a group organized to cook and provide food to the military personal and families. Upon approval of the project , KCBS will provide reimbursement (based upon actual receipts submitted) for meats, food and water provided, without charge, in an amount not to exceed $2,500.00 per occurrence. (Approval will take a minimum of 45 days prior to the event.)
Tana Shupe: For Discussion, a suggestion to publish a copy of the Independent Contractor's Agreement in The Bullsheet.


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- 4 5oz Grouper
- 4 Tablespoons Blackening Seasoning
- 3 Tablespoons of Olive Oil
- 4 oz Tasso Ham
- 3 oz Andouille Sausage, Casing Removed
- 1 Cup Heavy Cream
- 2 Tablespoons Green Onion
- 2 Tablespoons Parsley
- 2 Tablespoons Asiago Cheese
- 2 Tablespoons White Wine
Put one Tablespoon of Olive Oil in a sauté pan and heat to medium high heat. Dust the grouper with blackening seasoning and sear it for 3-4 minutes. Flip the grouper until it is cooked to an internal temp of 145°.
In a second sauté pan add two tablespoons of olive oil and heat to medium high heat. Add sausage and ham to the oil and cook until sausage is brown. Add white wine to the pan and deglaze it. Add heavy cream, green onion, parsley, and asiago cheese. Reduce the mixture by ¼.
Place Grouper over corn bread or favorite starch. Pour Tasso-Andouille Cream over Grouper and serve.

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Teaching Period: Term1 2013
Course Code: OHTH5588C
Course Title: Manage occupational health and safety in the building and construction workplace
School: 130T Engineering (TAFE)
Campus: City Campus
Program: C4274 - Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building)
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Nominal Hours: 40
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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
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This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to conduct an OHS risk analysis, including the inspection of workplaces for hazards. The development and implementation of appropriate responses, including responses required by state or territory legislation and regulations, to mitigate the risks are also addressed. The unit requires candidates to have a comprehensive and appropriate understanding of the complex range of legislative and workplace requirements to manage risk in building and construction workplaces.
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CPCCBC4002A Manage occupational health and safety in the building and construction workplace
1. Determine areas of potential risk in the building and construction workplace.
Performance Criteria:
1. Determine areas of potential risk in the building and construction workplace.
2. Inspect and report on areas of specific risk.
Performance Criteria:
2.1. Inspection of the workplace is conducted to identify specific risks for the range of identified occupations.
3. Advise on implementation of control measures at the building and construction workplace.
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3.1. Recommendations are made from findings of inspection report.
4. Establish and review communications and educational programs.
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Students will be asked a series of Questions and complete small practical activities as part of the assessment.
Assessment Matrix
Assessment matrix
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To say that no one is affected with mumps anymore would be untrue. Mumps has decreased due to vaccinations that are given during childhood to prevent it. However, many parents do not allow their children to be vaccinated, and these children often contract the disease.
Mumps is a viral infection that affects the salivary glands, which are found just below the ears. The purpose of the salivary glands is to produce saliva. This saliva is used in the breakdown of food, making it more easily digestible.
Mumps is a very contagious infection. Droplets pass through the air when infected people sneeze or cough, and the virus is thus passed on to non-infected people. When a person becomes infected, symptoms normally appear two or three weeks after infection.
One of the first symptoms is usually a noticeable swelling in the salivary glands. This swelling lasts for around a week to 10 days. Other symptoms include headaches, fever, loss of appetite and pain when eating and swallowing food. However, symptoms may vary. Some people experience very mild symptoms, while others may not experience any symptoms. Mumps is extremely contagious and can be passed on a week before any symptoms appear in the carrier. It can also be passed on at least 10 days after the swelling occurs. This means that if you have been infected, you can be contagious for almost four weeks.
Mumps is not a serious illness, but severe cases can have ramifications in later life. In adolescent males, serious cases that affect the testes are thought to contribute to sterility. One in 15,000 cases can lead to deafness. Pregnant women who become infected have a higher risk of miscarriage.
The vaccination for this disease is called the measles, mumps and rubella vaccination (MMR). The first dose is usually given around the age of 15 months. The second is administered at the age of four. Children should be given both doses before they reach school age. There is no strict requirement for the ages at which they can be given the vaccination, but doses must be given at least three months apart.
There have been cases in which children have been vaccinated but still contract the infection. If this happens, the children should not be allowed to attend school. Infection in adults is rare, but it does occur. This is mainly due to the vaccination either not working or not having been administered in the first place.
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Set against the music of Belle and Sebastian, Daniel Ribeiro's coming of age tale, THE WAY HE LOOKS is a fun and tender story about friendship and the complications of young love. Leo is a blind teenager who's fed up with his overprotective mother and the bullies at school. Looking to assert his independence, he decides to study abroad to the dismay of his best friend, Giovana. When Gabriel, the new kid in town, teams with Leo on a school project, new feelings blossom in him that make him reconsider his plans. Meanwhile, Giovana, grows jealous of this new found companionship as tensions mount between her and Leo.
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During his spare time (March 2005 being the last occasion he can recall), Fisher turns his attention to a burgeoning solo career, touring with renowned orchestras such as the Royal Scottish National Orchestra. This past summer took Fisher on tour to Japan, and May 2006 will see his first sojourn to Denmark, where he will début with the Copenhagen Symphony. In addition to all this, there has even been some buzz of late that Fisher will soon be appearing in a feature film, alongside a cast of A-list Hollywood stars. He will be playing a conductor, leading a full orchestra during a short scene set at Yale University in the 1940s.
'It was quite funny, actually. They asked me to come down to the studio for a screen test, and I had wanted to get a haircut beforehand. I was even cursing myself, thinking I really should have found the time. When I walked in, though, the casting director told me I got the part, and she immediately said, "And for God's sake, whatever you do, do not cut your hair!"' (For multiple reasons, I am barred from releasing too many details about the upcoming blockbuster, but I will say that the film's director is a legendary Hollywood actor whose name rhymes with 'Dodger TheHero'.)
Fisher belongs to an increasing wave of new generation artists who are successfully building careers and carving out niches for themselves in the music world without the so-called 'aid' of standardized, politically manipulated piano competitions.
'I feel that competitions only provide quick, immediate answers, and they don't really give performers a true sense of what their role in music is. Very often, people win them at too young an age, before they have formed an idea of what they really want to achieve in the music world, and consequently, some of them just become victims of the system. Of course, some pianists are suited to that competitive atmosphere, and do very well. But I think that in general, competitions provide somewhat of an illusion, and young musicians might be much better off trying to find other ways to make careers.'
Such as ...? 'Well, by getting involved with the music community, instead of just shutting themselves away in a practice room, preparing repertoire for the competition circuit. Music is about meeting people, learning from them, playing with them -- learning what kind of music you like to perform, and who you like to perform it with.'
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The history behind my Bianchi
Something about the bike I saw at the Recycled Cycles shop in the University District was special: It even said "Special" on the top tube. The bicycle was solid but lightweight thanks to a steel frame. The hot red frame said "sporty," and it seemed to fit my 5'6" frame just fine.
This vintage bike belongs to the last breed of racing bikes before the modern road bike came on the scene equipped with index-shifters, carbon fiber components and high-tech braking systems.
The "Bianchi" name refers to the Italian bicycle maker, founded in 1885.
F.I.V. Edoardo Bianchi S.p.A. is the world's oldest bicycle-making company still in existence, according to Wikipedia. The company's crowned-eagle logo appears on my bike, but so do Japanese names. I didn't understand why a bicycle maker would assemble most of its product with Japanese parts and brand it with an Italian name. Bianchi's corporate web site is apparently silent on that piece of its history.
By the late 1970s and early 1980s, the Japanese bicycle industry was kicking the pants off European bicycle makers in the American market. During the 1970s, Americans clamored for bikes, thanks to an oil crisis that made driving expensive. Manufacturers in Europe and Japan churned out affordable 10-speed sport bikes patterned after racing bikes.
The Japanese were known for quality workmanship and innovation in technology-intensive parts used in racing bicycles, including SunTour's slant-parallelogram rear derailleur (1964) and Shimano's index system for shifting gears (1984). The Japanese manufacturers also had cheaper labor costs than their peers in Europe.
And so apparently Bianchi did what is taken as a given today: It outsourced some of its manufacturing to Japan, at a time when the Yen's value was falling sharply against Western currencies. Bianchi provided the design specs and the Japanese assembled the bikes from their well-established parts manufactuers.
The names of Japanese bicycle parts makers appear everywhere I look at my Bianchi bike. (For the uninitiated, it's worth becoming familiar with the basic anatomy of a bicycle.)
Handlebars: The polished aluminum handlebars are engraved with two phrases -- "Road Champion" and "Sakae Custom Japan."
Crankset: Also from Sakae Ringyo, which bought SunTour and became SR-SunTour in 1987.
Braking system: Shimano makes the hoods, brake levers and the single-pivot side-pull calliper brakes. Modern racing bikes have dual-pivot calliper brakes.
Friction shifters: The SunTour down tube shifters mark my bike as belonging to an extinct species. The rider has to take a hand off the steering and reach down! And the rider must become adept at knowing just how far to move the lever to switch from one gear to the next. Sloppy shifting results in the sprocket and chain not lining up properly. Think of it as the difference between driving stick and automatic. Modern bikes have handlebar index shifters that click-stop as you change gears.
Sprockets: It appears to be the Shimano 600EX series introduced from 1978 to 1988 for road racing bikes. There are six cogs in the freewheel.
The six cogs help explain why I have a tougher time climbing hills than my fellow cyclists who ride modern racing bikes, which come with lower gears. They keep pedaling at a steady cadence, whereas my rpm falls sharply as I struggle in my granny gear.
Of course in training for STP I could have abandoned my Bianchi for a modern road bike, as some riders suggested. Believe me, I thought about it many times on hills.
It would be foolish to change bikes days before the event. After STP, a modern road bike will definitely be on my wish list.
But I'm holding onto my vintage Bianchi. I love the eighties!
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What model of Bianchi do you have?ReplyDelete
I believe I have a very similar model of this bike.ReplyDelete
It looks nearly identical, but there are a few differences. Where yours says "Special", mine says "Classica".
Also, on my front forks, the last 3 inches or so are chrome.
Do you have much information on your model, because I've had a tough time finding anything about mine.
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Hi, I'm Glenn from Indonesia.Delete
I found this similar Bianchi with full japanese parts and accessories in the used bike shop and I really really want that bike.
I wonder how much you bought this bike?
It cost around $140 and need much repair especially for their physics.
I need some reference. Thank you
indeed ... I would never part with my bianchi made with ishiwata 022 steel. the workmanship is much better than aonther bianchi I have made in italy from columbus steel. worlds apart, and if you're lucky enough to ever find one of these 'holy grail' bike, grab it and pay whatever the seller wants ..ReplyDelete
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My baby is a confident 10 year old girl who loves Christmas. Last season, around New Year's, we had a honest discussion about the season and, as her Dad, there's a certain amount of grieving over another passage of childhood. I can't read the final pages of The Polar Express to her without my voice breaking and tears filling my eyes.Â
I still believe in Santa Claus after all and I still hear the bells. And after we talked, she tells me she does too. So does my son and so does my wife. We're a family of true believers,and why not? The facts all point to the existence of Santa Claus. It's simply another way to say St. Nicholas.Â
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Sinterklaas (also called Sint-Nicolaas or De Goedheiligman in Dutch [ pronunciation (help·info)]) and Saint Nicolas in French) is a traditional Winter holiday figure in the Netherlands, Belgium, Aruba, Suriname and Netherlands Antilles, celebrated every year on Saint Nicholas' eve (5 December) or, in Belgium, on the morning of 6 December. The feast celebrates the name day of Saint Nicholas, patron saint of, among other things, children.
It is also celebrated in the traditionally Germanic parts of France (North, Alsace, Lorraine), as well as in Luxembourg, Switzerland, Germany, Austria, Poland, Hungary, Croatia, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, the Czech Republic and in the town of Trieste and in Eastern Friuli in Italy. Additionally, many Roman Catholics of Alsatian and Lotharingian descent in Cincinnati, Ohio, celebrate "Saint Nicholas Day" on the morning of 6 December. The traditions differ from country to country, even between Belgium and the Netherlands.
In the Netherlands, Saint Nicholas' Eve (5 December) is the chief occasion for gift-giving. The evening is called "sinterklaasavond" or "pakjesavond" ("presents evening"). In the Netherlands, children receive their presents on this evening whereas in Belgium, children put their shoe in front of the fireplace on the evening of 5 December, then go to bed, and find the presents around the shoes on the morning of the 6th.
And, if we're to believe newspaper editorials which has a basis in fact (coughing), there is this gem from the New York Sun from 1897. The link takes you to the actual clip as it appeared, but we've placed it below.
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Join me as I share all that we have been doing this fall since we have decided to use our Bible as our main textbook. I am joining the iHomeschool Network's Homeschool Hopscotch! Be sure to go over and check out so many awesome topics for this huge blog hop!
Incorporating my preschooler into our studies this fall has been loads of fun! We are using the Bible as our main textbook, and are currently studying the book of Genesis. I have found so many amazing resources to help him jump right in and be a part of our learning each day.
Some things he has done or is doing with us:
- Made a minbook for Noah's ark using this printable
- Learned about animal classification
Playing a game using mega blocks to sort by color to explain classification
Sorting games with beans for more classification learning
- Read A is For Adam by Ken Ham
- We are using these fabulous letter coloring pages
- We also use flash cards to jump to the letters I call out (sort of like Hullabaloo with our own twist!)
- We've made a mini book about the days of Creation
- Colored rainbow pictures when we talked about the Flood and God's promise
- The preschooler has joined in all of our video watching and read alouds
- His older siblings read books to him about Adam and Eve, Creation, and Noah's Ark
- We've been reading lots of books about dinosaurs
- Made a family tree when we learned about the family line from Adam to Noah
It's been really rather simple and natural to include activities for all different age groups while studying Genesis. The preschooler has fit right in and I'm excited to have us all digging into the Bible together.
Please visit my resource page, where I have begun listing the resources we have found to be helpful in studying Genesis. I will be adding more as we use them.
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Election Fraud - CASE NO. CV-06-0252-SA Hancock vs. BrewerWritten by Ernest Hancock Subject: Voting - Election Integrity
This court action makes it clear what the problem is and offers the Arizona Supreme Court an opportunity to help eliminate Election Fraud in Arizona (no giggling).
I have been before the Arizona Supreme Court 3 times before since 1993 and to think that the Supreme Court isn't a 'political' body is to not understand Arizona Politics.
In 2 and a half weeks a crucial deadline will have passed for this new law that requires a Hand Count of 2% of Arizona's Ballots. Jan Brewer as Secretary of State has no intention of allowing a hand count of elections in the 2006 election cycle even though this law passed almost unanimously in the House and Senate and was signed as emergency legislation by Arizona's Governor, which immediately put this law into effect.
Only a few months ago the FBI swooped into Arizona and took ballots that were about to be subpoenaed by the Arizona State Senate for a manual count. These ballots of a legislative race where election fraud was suspected will never be seen again and no word of them has come from the FBI (how they had any jurisdiction is another question).
SB 1557 was introduced by conservative Senator Karen Johnson. The bill died a thousands deaths but was resurrected time after time in the face of severe and steady opposition from the "Election Industrial Complex". Election Integrity activist from across the nation and across the political spectrum worked together to make sure the concept of verifying the election computer results would not die.
But with final passage of the bill I knew that there was no way the evil empire of… would ever allow for a hand count. I was right. This lawsuit is an effort to encourage the Arizona Supreme Court to demand that this law be implemented. Sounds silly to those that are not familiar with how government is really used, by whom and for what purpose.
The deadline of August 12th will have come and gone and Jan Brewer will have complied or not.
The Arizona Supreme Court has the power to do what it wants. Either it will take the case or it will not. No one (certainly not the Supremes) will argue that they don't have the power to rule on this case. Almost a month has passed and nothing has been done to comply with the deadline of August 12th (explained in the Special Action). Only 17 days are left and we will find that any and everything will be done and/or _not_ done to make certain that no hand count validation of the election computers is done.
This I know, and it is this fact that I hope to demonstrate (then again, they might abide by the law and I'd be wrong :)
Petitioner, CASE NO.CV-06-0252-SA
JAN BREWER – Arizona Secretary of State SPECIAL ACTION PETITION
Petitioner alleges:
1. That, as provided in Rule 3 of the Rules of Procedure for Special Actions and Article 5 Section 1 Paragraph C of the Arizona State Constitution: "C. The officers of the executive department during their terms of office shall reside at the seat of government where they shall keep their offices and the public records, books, and papers. They shall perform such duties as are prescribed by the constitution and as may be provided by law." The Respondent has blatantly and severely ignored the clear language of Senate Bill 1557 signed into law as 'emergency legislation' June 28th of 2006 by then Governor Janet Napolitano and will continue to do so without direct intervention of this court.
2. Arizona Revised Statute 16-602 Paragraph L: "The vote count verification committee is established in the office of the Secretary of State and all of the following apply: 1) At least thirty days before the 2006 Primary Election, the Secretary of State shall appoint seven persons to the committee, no more than three of whom are members of the same political party."
3. That by not appointing this Verification Committee by the August 12th deadline detailed in ARS 16-602, the law will not apply to the 2006 Primary or General election as required by law.
4. On or about July 14th Petitioner met with Deputy Secretary of State Kevin Tyne to discuss the implementation of ARS 16-602 (see attached declaration of Ernest Hancock appendix page 1). Mr. Tyne explained to Petitioner that no effort would be made to comply with the statute until the United States Department of Justice approved of the legislation.
5. Arizona Secretary of State must follow the Arizona State Constitution and comply with Arizona Law.
6. That should The United States Department of Justice's approval be ruled as a requirement, the inaction of Secretary of State Jan Brewer would not allow for the timely creation of a Verification Committee even if that approval were to take place prior to the August 12th deadline set by ARS 16-602.
7. This court should take jurisdiction as it involves an issue of vital statewide concern. ARS 16-602 represents the desire of the People, through their Representatives, to insure an accurate vote count so that political power is known to be derived from the consent of the governed.
8. Arizona State Constitution – Article 2. Political power; purpose of government Section 2. "All political power is inherent in the people, and governments derive their just powers from the consent of the governed, and are established to protect and maintain individual rights. "
9. As a condition of statehood the Arizona Constitution was required to be constructed in a manner that would prevent the Arizona government from infringing on the individual rights of people in the State of Arizona. And for the government of Arizona to be the defender of those individual rights, and certainly not be destructive of them. The Enabling Act requires that in the new state of Arizona, "The constitution shall be republican in form and make no distinction in civil or political rights on account of race or color, and shall not be repugnant to the Constitution of the United States and the principles of the Declaration of Independence." (ENABLING ACT June 20th, 1910, c. 310, 36 U.S. Stat. 557, 568-579 Section 20, paragraph 1)
10. The Enabling Act required the Arizona State Constitution not be repugnant to the Declaration of Independence. The Declaration of Independence holds that the purpose of government is to secure our rights. "We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.--That to secure these rights, Governments are instituted among Men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed, --That whenever any Form of Government becomes destructive of these ends, it is the Right of the People to alter or to abolish it, and to institute new Government, laying its foundation on such principles and organizing its powers in such form, as to them shall seem most likely to effect their Safety and Happiness."
11. Arizona's Constitution meets the conditions set forth by the Enabling Act very well. Arizona's Declaration of Rights makes it very clear that the foundation upon which the government in Arizona is built is the preservation of individual rights. To abandon this function is to abandon the justification of the existence of the government in the State of Arizona, since it would no longer serve the function for which it was created.
12. ARS 16-602 is a step toward the fulfillment of the requirement that elections accurately represent the consent of the governed.
13. The alternative to manual validation of the election computers in the State of Arizona is to allow a growing lack of confidence in the accuracy of the elections and thereby eliminating the clear consent of the people of Arizona to be governed by a government unwilling to ensure accuracy in elections.
Arizona State Constitutional citations:
Article II – Declaration of Rights
1. Fundamental principles; recurrence to
Section 1. A frequent recurrence to fundamental principles is essential to the security of individual rights and the perpetuity of free government.
2. Political power; purpose of government
Section 2. All political power is inherent in the people, and governments derive their just powers from the consent of the governed, and are established to protect and maintain individual rights.
WHEREFORE: Petitioner respectfully request that this court:
A) Accept jurisdiction of this Special Action.
B) Order the Secretary of State, Jan Brewer, to comply with ARS 16-602 in a timely manner so that the law applies to the 2006 election as intended.
C) Award Petitioner court cost and fees incurred for the prosecution of this action. And such other and further relief deemed just and proper by this court.
Respectfully submitted this 25th day of July, 2006, by:
Ernest Hancock
5739 N. 11th Way
Phoenix, Az. 85014
RULE 7b PETITIONER STATEMENT
The Special Action filed by Petitioner this 25th of July 2006 is of vital state
interest. Emergency Legislation signed by the Governor of Arizona June 28th, 2006 (SB 1557) requires immediate action by the Arizona Secretary of State. Statements by Kevin Tyne, Deputy Secretary of State confirms Petitioner's fear that no action will be taken to comply with crucial deadlines within 17 days.
Copy of SB 1557 signed into law as an
Emergency Measure by Arizona's Governor June 28th, 2006
(Attached in full)
I, Ernest Hancock, am the Petitioner in the above captioned action.
On or about July 14th, 2006 I, Ernest Hancock, met with Arizona Deputy Secretary of State, Kevin Tyne. Mr. Tyne informed me that no effort was being made to comply with ARS 16-602 and that deadlines set for August 12th, 2006 would not be met.
I, Ernest Hancock, declare, under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct.
Date executed ____07-25-2006____ ______________________________
Ernest Hancock
5739 N 11th Way
Phoenix, Az. 85014
Ernest Hancock certifies:
That on the 25th, day of July, 2006, he delivered the original and seven copies of this Special Action #_______________________________ to:
Clerk of the Arizona Supreme Court
1501 West Washington
Phoenix, Arizona 85007
And personally deliver two copies to Respondent:
Jan Brewer – Arizona Secretary of State
1700 West Washington Street – 7th Floor
Phoenix, Arizona 85003
Ernest Hancock
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Wonder Woman always sucked in comparison to far savvier, more interesting female comic heroes (here's looking at you, Modesty Blaise), but despite my protests, Wonder Woman is a bit like paying attention to a car crash – it is horrible, insulting, low-brow, and tragi-comic all wrapped in sexy.
As it happens, we're going through some kind of cyclical recycling stage. When I was a kid, it was all about reruns of dated shows like Knight Rider, Charlie's Angels, Bionic Woman and Wonder Woman. Also, the ever coll, Manimal (oh, Doctor Jonathan Chase!) It seems that we're on the brink of a full-fledged revival of all those. Charlie's Angels (brrrr) is getting a reboot, and so is Wonder Woman.
Now Adrianne Palicki is going to fill the boots – yes, those awkward gogo take on wrestling boots by somehow attaching a two inch heel on them for no particular reason – and first images of Palicki, known for her roles such as "evil mermaid" in failed Aquaman pilot, and Friday Night Lights.
The first glimpse of the costume released [EW.com] indeed reveals a new Wonder Woman; the kind that relies on cheap hookerish Halloween costumes, swathed in vinyl and cheap plastic jewelry. The kind that we will see reenacted for many more decades of cheap, drunken Halloween nights. [EW.com]


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Rumor has it that Kristen Stewart, star of Twilight and light of Robert Pattinson's life, cheated on her long-time boyfriend and co-star with her Snow White and the Huntsman director Rupert Sanders. Us Weekly broke the news and claims to have photographic evidence of her steamy session with the married father of two. People claims to have their own sources on the cheating rumor as well.
Pattinson and Stewart are no strangers to drama as their Twilight characters always manage to find it. But in real life, their love has been relatively smooth sailing. Until now. Shocking, right?
It really makes no sense. Pattinson is one of the hottest men in Hollywood and Stewart has had him all to herself for the past two years. And then she cheats on him? Why?
Rumors are flying about. Some say he was too sensitive for her. Some say it was all too easy for her to have him whipped. All say she is sorry and full of regrets for her indiscretion and that it was a one time deal. No matter what it was, she is a home wrecker if this is true.
The 22-year-old actress allegedly locked tongues with a man who is married to British Vogue model Liberty Ross, 33 and has two children, ages 7 and 5. Though the photos clearly don't show the two in bed, their tryst was described as a "marathon make-out session" and "it seemed like they couldn't get enough," according to one photographer.
Well then. There are so many unanswered questions. What will happen to the Twilight franchise? Will Pattinson end things over this (as he should!)? Will Stewart still keep her fans?
No doubt there are going to be a lot of people who feel deeply betrayed by this. But the main person she betrayed was Robert Pattinson. For those who love him, this heartbreak will only make him more appealing.
But seriously, what was she thinking? She has the hottest man in the world who is in HIS PRIME and she trades him in for some old dude? Is she insane?
There is no doubt that in 10 years she will feel like this was a pretty massive mistake. Though it sounds like she already does. This is BIG news, people, but it's no huge shock. This is Hollywood, baby.
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Granted you may not know that doing this is a hard job. I mean finding a hot girl to post every week you may not have heard of is hard. So to take some of the work load off our other admin ill post up one today. Her name is Aubrey Miles, a TV Presenter and Musician In Phillipines. Aside from this, she's been in several US movies, but mainly Filipino films. Thats about all i know of her, but she meets our standards so here she is.
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Gratitude to our sun, the light of our world awakening us each and every day. It shines a beacon of simple truths. It brings to us a bountiful life. The reflective presence of reliability, an irreplaceable key to prosperity itself on our miraculous home.
Gratitude to the glow of the first fingers of light plucking their way across the morning sky tickling our sense of awe. The ripeness of beauty rising over the horizon speeding it's way across the land bringing shadows to dance. She's an inspiration, a climax of untouchable realms.
Gratitude to the intangible touch of warmth from her infinities of appendages. Our sun, she's worshipped throughout winters worn grasp, beings bask in her gaze, and sigh at her heated touch on piercing polar days. We name you loving companion, and linger entwined until twilight steals you away and our tryst begins again tomorrow.


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How are your Halloween Decorations looking this year …? Have you gone all out or have you kept it simple? This year I wanted to take a break from all the gore and just look at some of the fun things you can do for this Spooky Day. I hope you all have a howling good time this Halloween. : )
This is a classic spook fest of a house… Could not pay me enough to go in here… LOL
But keep your spider embossed stocking on.. because the best is yet to come .. I love these front door decorations. Some people know how to keep it simple and elegant even on the Scariest night of the year. Just see what else we have in store for you -I bet you will find a way to fit some of these themes in next year's Halloween décor.
This door front says so much…"I am ready for those little monsters and their candy grab bags.".. : )
Look at these paper bag treats down below. Makes you think why did I not come of with this Idea. These bags are not just for handing out candy but you can decorate with them as well. …Simple yet tasteful. > A good use for a plastic milk jug above. (Booooo)
Lets check out some inside décor ….Focus your attention on the glasses with the green goo in them…almost make it look tasty …huh ?
This cool house above as you can see someone has gone above and below.. and beyond…. I hope you enjoy….. And no matter how you decorate your home for this holiday…have a good time and share your spooky fun and excitement for the season with others. : )
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Okay so we may only be halfway through the second day of LFW, but there are some definite trends emerging.
Following on from New York, I've spied earth toned eyes in orange and rust at Jaeger London, Charles Anastase and Betty Jackson.
Glittering nails will be big for winter according to PPQ where red nails were painted with a coat of Mavala's glitter polish in Red Diamond; sparkly nails were also spied at Kinder Aggugini where David Barton painted nails with Maybelline Forever Strong Clear dipped in orange, grey, gold or blue glitter with a stripe down the centre.
Last spot, ponytails, at Kinder Aggugini and Jaeger London. Hairstylist supremo Sam McKnight used Pantene Colour Protect Shine Spray to create super glossy, healthy, sporty ponytails. 'Ponytails are definitely a huge trend for a/w 11' Sam told me. 'They are simple, effective and quick; it's just about creating your own version of the pony be it messy or slick. In winter it's all about finding ways to get the hair out of the clothes and away from the neck' he added.


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Planting marram grass to reclaim sand dunes, ca 1950s
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Men on the back of a tractor, planting marram grass to reclaim sand dunes. Photograph taken in the Northland region, circa 1950s, possibly by Highlite Studios.
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One of the best/worst things about being away from the NY Metro area is also being outside the broadcast area of WFAN. Thank goodness for the internet, this actually works out in the favor of us out-of-market baseball fans. Why? Because if we really have a hankering for Schmuck and His Lap Dog, we can listen to the simulcast on wfan.com. But if we just want the highlights, such as the Willie Randolph Report, WFAN posts those clips online too for downloading. What I like to do is tune into the simulcast at my desk at work occasionally, and download some clips onto my iPod for my commute in the car. One bit that's definitely worth a weekly download is teh Paul LoDuca report. LoDuca is surprisingly candid, and gives a nice perspective on the viewpoint from the clubhouse as well as from behind the plate. Best of all, the interview is conducted by Beningo and Roberts, so the interview is a Francesca Free Zone. Go here to get all of Joe and Evans interviews.
Here's another tool from a guy who's not a tool. Visit my friend and fellow transplanted Mets fan Dave's blog, Mets Guy In Michigan. Oh, and check out his new banner, created by Yours Truly!
Lets Go Mets!
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Mike - If I could only get my IT guys to buy the fact that I need audio on my computer, I'd be all set. Meantime, though, MLB.com and daily MetsBlog trolling will have to do.
I've lived in Orlando, Florida for the past 12 years. I love it here; I wouldn't move back; but boy, do I miss the Mets...
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Thank you for the kind words, my friend!
I had no idea WFAN has those available online. I bought the MLB radio package so I can listen to games on my laptop.
I'm pumped about this weekend. I haven't seen them in person in a regular season game in years.
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Judges' List in the RPSCV Shows at Hollister
Rabbit Producers of Santa Clara Valley holds triple open and triple youth shows at Hollister on Saturday, Dec. 3, 2016.
There are 13 judges and 12 judging stations.
|Michael Perez from So. CA.
|Melissa McGee, CA.
|Jennifer Milburn, CA.
|Ray Stacy, CA.
|Armando Cabrera, CA.
|Kendal Bledsoe, CA.
|Jeremy Watmuff, Michigan.
|Doug King, CA.
|Allen Mesick, CA.
|Joe Lugo, CA.
|Carol Green and Chris Zemny, both are on the show committee. They share the judging station, Carol judges in the morning and Chris in the afternoon.
|Scott Williamson, CA.
Usually a full day of judging duty involves 200-250 rabbits. It's a triple show day, and with 12 judging stations, the count shows that there are 800-1000 rabbits physically in the showroom.


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Tuesday, January 5, 2010
Christmas in a nut shell
My husband might kill me for putting all of this up but it was kindof cool and I don't want to forget it.
During our Month in Las Vegas it was time where my husband really needed to make sure that Orthopedic Surgery was the right place for us to be going. It took a lot of late night prayers and fasting for him to come to the answer that our path needed to be different. It has always been my husbands dream and goal to become an Orthopedic Surgeon and he worked for hard for it, which made all of this much harder for him. He decided that he would ask the Military to please take his name of the deferral list and put him under family practice at Nellis Air force base. He has never been excited about this choice but him following the lord has been a real growing experience. During December we would be finding out if Brett got his choice of Nellis Air Force base, he knew that he already had it but it was still something we needed to make sure of. 4-5 days before we were to find out we received an email from Mount Clemens, ( the Orthopedic residence that Brett wanted to get into) the email went on about how they really hoping everything worked out with the military because if it worked out with that he had a spot at there program. See he had to get a deferral first from the military before he could get an Orthopedic spot. My husband already knew that they wanted him but I think it was really hard for him to get this letter. His dream he achieved but he wouldn't be able to do it. I'm so proud of Brett following the Lord. He did get into the Nellis residency and we are so excited to be heading down to Las Vegas.
Now that that is out of the way lets get to the fun things we have been up to. There was alot of Christmas shopping that had to be done this year. We went with Barry and Tara the day after Thanksgiving and hit all the hot spots.... so tired. We decorated our house.... inside and out and we watched every Christmas movie made. Around the 10th of December we went to the Nyssa Parade.. which was awesome. The best candy ever. Normally we let Paisley just get whatever but this time Brett and I were going crazy for the candy. We came home with so much candy, I wondered what we were thinking.
The next weeks were busy helping my mom get ready for all the parties to come. Our family was in charge on the Romans Christmas party which is the night before Christmas, about 70 people. Then my mother has Christmas day at her house. Breakfast and Lunch, wrapping presents for 20 grandkids and 10 children. Also the next day my Grandma and Grandpa wanted there 60th wedding anniversary. It was so crazy. My mother worked herself way to hard and I wish I could have been there to help her with the last thing but I tried to do alot before that. I didn't take one picture of the party the night before Christmas or of the party the day of at my moms house. I really don't know if I ever want pictures there though. I don't believe you can understand how crazy and fun it is with all of us in the smallest room ever in a picture, I need to video it. I did take alot of pictures of our family Christmas morning so I will post those.
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Katie, I enjoyed catching up with your little family through your post. I wanted to tell you about a conversation I had with someone the night before last. He had called and asked me to speak at the end of the month in their ward, but I had a conflict with another ward conference. I told him, "you know who you should get? Brett Johnson; he's a great speaker and has such a powerful testimony." I then proceeded to tell him how impressed I've been with him every time I've seen him in at Dr. Page's office and that I knew he would do great in his chosen profession. I forgot that he originally had wanted to go into the orthopedic side of medicine, not the family practice end. I know he will do an awesome job there, and I just thought it was neat how much he relied on the Lord to help him in making that decision. I'm sure he would do well either way. We will be sad when you have to leave, though! I loved Paisley's coat on Sunday (McCall got one exactly like it for Christmas) and her hair was adorable, too!
Love, Tami
- January 5, 2010 at 10:48 AM
- The Lanier Family said...
Hey! Congrats to Brett for getting into the residency program at Nellis! It will be great to have you guys back!
- January 7, 2010 at 6:50 PM
- Alisha, Paul and Leila said...
I can't tell you how excited we are to have you back, I know you probably won't be that close but close enough to get together every so often.
- January 8, 2010 at 4:11 PM


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One of the features of modern society is that it has been quite successful in suppressing opportunities for collective joy. Festivity has been replaced by spectacle, doing by watching, actively creating by passively consuming. Yet human beings still yearn for it -- to do, to create, to be together rather than apart -- and it leaks through the social barriers in all sorts of ways all the time.
This speaks to me about the deep connections between what some consider to be the separate spheres of so-called "cultural" political issues and more obviously "economic" political issues. At heart, they all about the use of the brute force of necessity ('cause we all gotta eat) and the insidious training of religio-capitalist "should" to get us all doing what people with power want us to be doing rather than what we ourselves wish.
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Why is there so little collective joy today? Why is our culture bereft of opportunity for this kind of thing? Mostly, we sit in cubicles at work and we sit in our cars. If you mention 'ecstasy' people think you're talking about a drug. The cure for loneliness and isolation and despair is Prozac... The simple answer is: the ancient tradition of festivities and ecstatic rituals was deliberately suppressed by elites -people in power who associated this kind of frolicking with the lower classes and especially with women...
Most of us don't have much time in our lives because of this ridiculous cultural expectation that you should get up every morning and work. And work defines you, it's the measure of your worth as a human being...
Elites fear that disorderly kinds of events could turn into uprisings. And this fear is justified. Whether you're looking at European peasants in the late middle ages or Caribbean slaves in the 19th century, they were using festivity and carnival as the occasion for revolts.
A second reason that comes with the industrial revolution is, of course, the need to impose social discipline. It's hard to take agricultural people or herding people and convince them that they should get up and work six days a week, 12 hours a day, and then spend the seventh day listening to boring sermons in a church. To discipline the working class and slaves was a huge enterprise.
Personally, I have deeply internalized the protestant/capitalist training against such collective, ecstatic doing. I'm not sure I would or could easily participate if I were to stumble upon such a thing. But I sure feel the revulsion at the atomization to which we are subjected and a powerful pull towards the kind of celebratory, collective, creative, yet individual-affirming social that a return to such collective joy would (have to) entail.


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