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It's a great holiday you know. Besides the fact that you give thanks, you look around and feel blessed with what you have, and the general happiness that surrounds this day... it's just a pretty darn stinkin great holiday. This year, I was thankful that I had the day off and was able to fully enjoy it with the ones that I love.
Like last year, we decided to host again at our house. Except, unlike last year, I actually did cooking this year! My excuse before was of course the fact that I had to work that night. This time? No excuse.
So I rolled up my sleeves and dug in. Dug into the unhleathiest of unhealthy kind of recipes out there.
Sure, I probably could have found "healthier" versions of what I was cooking, like the mac n cheese and green bean casserole, but 1. The husband would kill me {not really} and 2. Thanksgiving is all about stuffing our faces. Again, obviously that's NOT what it is all about... but eating is part of the reason people enjoy this holiday so much. Wouldn't you say so?
Moving along. I cooked. I cooked and surprisingly... because these recipes were so unhealthy and called for a lot of packaged/canned items, it was much easier than I anticipated. In fact, super easy. So easy, I would call it a success.
One thing that delayed the cooking process was my sweet girl was running around the house, fell down, and bit her tongue. Accident number two of her life, and what do you know... it involves the mouth area, AGAIN. Sweet girl had to be held by mama and would not let me put her down. Of course, I soaked it all in. And when my mom came over, grandma, she snuggled up with her while I finished a couple more dishes. You can see in the pictures below. Elliana rocked like a baby. She NEVER lets us do this.
My parents ended up coming over around 1 and my sister and her boyfriend came over around 3. Dinner was served around 4, and we sat around the table stuffing our faces. And I wish I could tell you that I went in for seconds. But really? I didn't. The one plate did it for me. I hurt.
Might I add in here that the husband FRIED the turkey for the first time this year. All by himself. Usually this is his dad's tradition, and last year {even though we had it at our house}, his dad brought everything over and had the turkey ready for us. This year? FIL lives in Texas and our in-laws couldn't be there. And there was NO way we would be breaking the fried turkey tradition. So we purchased Andrew's goodies a few weeks before, which might I add this tradition cost us a pretty penny, and then Andrew did all his research. Love his soul, he was DETERMINED not to catch the house on fire. And me? I'm thankful for THAT. He was so funny, he would come in and out of the house and say "honey, we're still good." Ha. Glad to hear that we will be surviving this Thanksgiving.
I cooked too much food. Which I didn't think was possible. But it was. No one even had room for dessert we had that much food. I sent my mom home with tons of meat, and we were stuck with a refrigerator over for leftovers. Which, might I add here, I love me some Thanksgiving leftovers. But only for one day {lunch and dinner}.
And just like that, Thanksgiving was over. Which only means one thing. Christmas is not only right around the corner, but it will literally be here before we can even think twice about it. It always seems that way anyway. After Thanksgiving, everything just flies by. It's almost like we skip through the month of December. Which? To be honest with you? I don't mind at all, except for the Christmas part. I love to savor those few days with the family. It is, afterall, my favorite holiday {day} of the year.
Here is the thing though. We have a baby coming. A baby who will be full term a week before Christmas. A baby who could surprise us at any time. So that? Well that makes the time go by THAT much faster.
I'm thankful for the holidays, my family, my home, and all the things and people the Lord has blessed us in our lives. It is definitely my favorite time of year, and there is absolutely nothing out there like the holiday season.
This time next year? We will have two kiddos. Life is good.
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Archive - Conference Papers
The Informal Politics of Legislation: Explaining Secluded Decision-Making in the European Union
Christine Reh, Joint paper with Adrienne Heritier, Edoardo Bressanelli and Christel Koop
This paper theorises a widespread yet under-studied trend in domestic, supranational and global politics: the shift of decision-making from public, inclusive to informal, secluded arenas. More specifically, the paper attempts to explain the dramatic increase of 'fast-track legislation' in European Union (EU) decision-making since 1999. Indeed, in the Sixth European Parliament (EP), 72% of adopted co-decision files were fast-tracked and thus pre-agreed informally between the Parliament and the Council of Ministers. This development puzzles EU scholars and practitioners alike, as co-decision was, after all, introduced to make Europe's legislative process more inclusive, transparent and accountable. Against this backdrop, I develop three theoretical explanations of secluded decision-making in the EP. First, drawing on rational choice institutionalism and delegation theory, I argue that informalisation responds to functional pressures of complexity, and that actors recur to secluded decision-making to reduce the transaction costs of international negotiation. Second, drawing on sociological institutionalism, I argue that informalisation responds to the uncertainty of a novel decision-environment, and that fast-track legislation 'copies' the sticky norms of informal interaction that have long characterised Community decision-making. Third, drawing on organizational sociology, I argue that informalisation—and the political contestation over the benefits and costs of seclusion—is part of a wider struggle over the EP's core principles and institutional self-understanding.
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The North Herts Writers is a small, friendly group who offer support, critique and inspiration to those on the path of publication. We meet every Monday from 19:00 to 21:00 at the Cromwell Hotel, Stevenage. There is no charge and food and drink is available behind the bar.
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This is a group formed by the local library campaigners and run by local publisher and literary agent, Geraldine Cooke. We also have a number of literary events and readings throughout the year and are affliated to the Kilburn Literary Festival. Categories:fiction, non-fiction, poetry.
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News of Rei Hiroe launching a new manga series had long-time fans worrying that he was abandoning Black Lagoon, which has been hiatus since August.
Worry no more, because Monthly Sunday GX magazine confirmed that Hiroe will resume Black Lagoon in spring 2019! The once-monthly manga has been on an irregular schedule since 2014 as Hiroe pursues other projects, which included creating the concept for Re:Creators.
Hiroe's newest manga is tentatively titled 341 Sentoudan (341 Combat Team), which follows a team of youths who are forced to fight on the chaotic frontlines of a war. This series will also launch in spring 2019 in Monthly Shonen Sunday.
Black Lagoon has been an international hit since its debut in 2002, which combines Hiroe's love of Quentin Tarantino and John Woo films with Japanese sensibilities. It follows a team of mercenaries known as Lagoon Company, which specializes in smuggling goods and high-stakes missions for a variety of clients.
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Science and our knowledge of the human condition have changed so much that now we need our own genome project for Marketing….
Introducing Marketing Consilience
Tim J Arnold
This section of the blog aims to reflect these new scientific understandings and how they impact on the practice of Marketing. Welcome to Marketing Consilience…
The explosion of all things digital and the radical changes in usage of and involvement in new media have meant an explosion in marketing and new people. Yet the new marketing managers are concerned with the technology and the behavioural data that digital disgorges. Capability transcends strategy and creativity is squeezed to meet the demands of the technology.
Yet Marketing is not simply for managing processes but in developing strategies for growth that predict behaviour and create more demand through brands that are desired. Over the past decade the sciences have been adding greatly to the sum of knowledge of human kind and the growth understanding of how the brain works, which leads to the how and why we behave which now, in many instances is with remarkable predictability.
The past has revealed the importance of community and our place in it whilst physical traits are beginning to be better understood through genetic research. There are signs that some have started to recognise this body of knowledge especially in Market Research yet there is so much more that can be achieved in more effective communications.
Bringing knowledge together from a number of different sciences was named Consilience: The unity of knowledge by biologist E. O Wilsona dozen years ago perhaps now is the time for us to consider both in practice and indeed academically. Let me ask you to consider Marketing Consilience; the impact of new scientific knowledge of Marketing itself.
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At 12" tall, He-Man's nemesis, Skeletor, may now be tall enough to take over Castle Grayskull and rule over all of Eternia. This vintage-style figure features the same details of the original Masters of the Universe toys, such as a twist waist to deliver a powerful blow; "rubber band" legs for easy positioning; and a distinct color scheme. Skeletor can also equip his armor, snap-on sword, and signature Havoc Staff to take on the mighty He-Man. Comes packaged in a blister card that matches the packaging of the original figure from 1982.
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Interesting perspective on SOA and BPM here from Joe , but positioning BPEL as BPM is just wrong. BPM encompasses much more than simple service orchestration. It's good to see the human element addressed here - there is some interesting work going on in this area.
I assumed that the article was discussing Business Process Management, not Business Process Modeling. Either way BPEL isn't enough to address either of these areas.
BPM apparently also stands for Beats Per Minute in some circles (ones that I'm far too old to be a part of, thank goodness).
Egad, I think I may have opened up a whole new analyst opportunity - acronym overloading. Please forget I even mentioned it.


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BEFORE I SET SAIL, Do I need a separate insurance policy for my boat?
Is my boat covered under my homeowners policy or do I need a separate policy?
Most homeowners policies provide liability insurance for smaller motorboats with outboard motors of 25 horsepower or less and for sailboats under 26 feet long. There typically is $1,500 coverage for damage to the boat for specified perils. However, theft and windstorm are limited and sinking is not covered at all.
What type of policy is best?
Boat owners are served well by a policy specifically designed to insure watercraft, offering all-risk coverage for the boat's full value. A boat owners policy provides the necessary liability, hull and motor coverage.
The policies follow the format of personal auto policies; however, they vary from company to company much more than auto policies do because they are written on nonstandardized policies.
What should I be on the lookout for when I select a policy or check my existing coverage?
- Limits of navigation, or where the boat can go and still be protected by the insurance policy;
- provisions for insuring sails, spars and other property on the boat;
- permissive users of the boat;
- exclusions for how it is used (e.g., commercial, parasailing, racing, etc.);
- all-risk vs. named perils; and
- be certain the personal umbrella policy will include an underlying boat policy.
Do you have any other advice?
Consult our agency to determine what type of insurance best meets your needs. Read and make sure you understand your policy.
Periodically review your coverage with us and be sure that your craft is registered properly. In addition, be certain to follow all laws of boat navigation, including laws regarding drinking and boating, which are available from the U.S. Coast Guard and your local law enforcement agencies.
Is it illegal to drink alcohol while boating?
It is against federal law for a recreational boat operator to have a blood alcohol content higher than .08 percent, and for other vessel operators to have a BAC of more than .04 percent. State laws apply for boaters in waters within state geographical boundaries.
What is the law in Connecticut?
Connecticut law prohibits the operation of a boat while under the influence of intoxicating liquor or drugs (with a BAC of .08 or more). A first-degree offender (one who causes death or serious injury or more than $2,000 in property damage) faces a fine of $500-$1,000 and/or up to one year in jail. A second-degree offender (one who operates a vessel so as to endanger life, limb or property of another person) faces a $500-$1,000 fine and/or up to six months in jail.
Is boating while intoxicated a widespread problem?
Federal Department of Transportation statistics show that nearly 700 boating fatalities occur in our nation each year. Alcohol is reported officially as a factor in about 21 percent of those deaths, although experts suspect the number is much higher. For more information, boaters are encouraged to call Connecticut's Environmental Protection Agency's Boating Safety Division at (860) 434-8638.
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A new study on infants' immune system revealed that the immune T cells are much stronger than previously thought.
A new study ties mother's low intake of iron supplements before and during pregnancy to a five-fold increased risk of autism in their offspring.
Dry roasting peanuts are more likely to trigger allergy as compared to raw peanuts, a new study reveals.
Researchers have found that the use of e-cigarettes by cancer patients does not help lower nicotine dependency.
After a journey of 10 months, NASA's MAVEN orbiter has finally successfully entered into the Martian orbit, reports NASA.
The San Diego Zoo Safari Park is now home to a pair of newly-born cheetah cubs that are being hand raised by the animal care staff there.
The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium is thrilled with the arrival of the newly-born dama gazelle calf, born Saturday.
The U.S. FDA Panel gave an approval to Movantik, an oral treatment intended to treat opioid-induced constipation and to manage pain.
The FDA panel has approved 'Trulicity', a subcutaneous injection, to treat adults with type-2 diabetes.
A new study revealed that domestic violence among homosexual couples is more prevalent than in heterosexual couples.
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A powerful friend or deceptive enemy?
I examined a lot of CIA declassified UFO files, which are fascinating, because there was a huge UFO craze going on in America. There still is today, but it certainly started in '47. And by the '50's, it was in full force.
Annie Jacobson
Date: Thursday, February 23, 2017
Time: 1328 hours
Location: Suite 2702
Trump International Hotel
Honolulu, Hawaii, USA
'The evidence clearly suggests he's lying. He admits that he's lying. My instincts told me he's lying. All he's doing is telling more and more lies to keep you around. Why must you persist with this mistaken belief that he really had a close encounter?'
Their first fight. Not even living together for four hours and they'd had their first fight. There they were, naked in bed, the passion of only a few minutes ago completely forgotten. Mel got up to use the bathroom.
'I can't easily explain it Mel.'
Julius was genuinely struggling to maintain his composure. The conversation now extended into the bathroom.
'You might have a more open mind if you'd been there. If you had witnessed events unfold as I had. Can't you just accept my word when I tell you that he revealed too much from the heart, too much real detail, for it to be a total lie? Can't you accept that I might have instincts too?'
'Truth? You ask me to give up a lifetime of faith, faith that has guided and protected me all my life.'
Mel had stuck her head out through the bathroom door now. She was getting emotional.
'This is what you ask of me based on the words of a self-confessed liar? Are you seriously asking me to throw my faith away on the basis of Evan Armstrong's bullshit?'
Mel slammed the bathroom door shut. Conflict within a meaningful relationship was a situation Julius had scarce experience with. There had been very few actually meaningful relationships in his life. Come to think of it, there hadn't really been any of consequence now that he really thought about it.
Julius tried the bathroom door . . . it was locked. He put some clothes on and poured himself a drink.
'I don't mean to upset you Mel.'
'Is that the sound of a drink being poured that I can hear?'
'It is.'
'Order some ice please!'
Mel had decided that this issue was going to be resolved, one way or the other, right now. Julius was too important to her to let this snowball out of control.
'And maybe you should order another bottle of scotch to be sure.'
Julius thought it a good sign.
'That was the hospital.'
Mel had taken the call while Julius was in the shower. Whilst their argument remained unresolved, there was now substantial good will on both sides so that they were at least comfortable in each other's company. In fact, the make-up sex had been incredible . . . definitely worth the fight, thought Mel.
'Evan's been asking after you, apparently. He doesn't realize that you've left. The doctor has suggested you make an appearance just in case he doesn't have much time.'
Julius leapt out of the bathroom in the process of dressing.
'Okay. Why are there women's . . . things, on the left-hand side of the closet?'
'Because the right-hand side is full, and your side has barely anything in it,' said Mel indignantly.
Julius wasn't really upset, he was just having fun.
'Give me a moment, I'm coming with you,' said Mel rushing into the empty bathroom.
Mel quickly freshened, changed into more "Personal Assistant" attire, and ran to the elevator with Julius. Very much unlike a Personal Assistant with her boss, Mel and Julius left the hotel arm in arm.
Date: Thursday, February 23, 2017
Time: 1556 hours
Location: Kaiser Permanente Moanalua Medical Center
Honolulu, Hawaii, USA
Evan had slipped back into sleep. His meager luggage sent over from the Trump hotel now lay open on the couch next to the hospital bed. He must have packed quickly as it contained very little considering the journey he had proposed thought Julius; Perth, Adelaide, Sydney, Honolulu, Florida.
The nurse had allowed them into Evan's room, but they were told that they must be quiet and not try to wake him. "Evan must rest and will wake up when he is ready". Julius moved the suitcase off the couch so that he could sit next to Mel. He noticed a large photo album and decided to look at the contents. He was sure Evan wouldn't mind. Mel snuggled up to him so she could share the content.
The earliest black and white photos showed a freckled young Evan Armstrong with his parents at their home in Roswell. Evan had always been quite solid, and loved dogs it appeared. As Julius turned the pages, the photos became more recent. Evan stood proudly in his cadet's uniform, and there were several pages dedicated to his 1938 Ford V-8 Tudor hot rod. It was quite a car in its day.
'That looks like it might be the Sanchos ranch,' Mel whispered. 'That's Evan on a horse just there.'
The photo clearly showed a young Evan Armstrong with a young wiry man about his own age, both saddled up with packs and rifles. They each wore straw hats. You could tell that they were friends; the camera captured the essence of a strong bond. An older man stood at the fore holding the horses' reins for the benefit of the cameraman. He had a very kind appearance.
'That's Con Sanchos I imagine, he had an old Austin truck just like the one parked in the background, and he's exactly as Evan described him,' Julius whispered back. 'But who's that on the other horse? Could that be the non-existent Terry Sanchos?'
'You know something,' said Mel. 'Something doesn't make sense. Maybe I've been a little harsh on Evan.'
'Evan was very close to the Sanchos family you told me that. This looks to be the family in question. How is it that a 17-year-old boy gets to be close to an unrelated family, that has no kids his own age, and lives a considerable distance away? Maybe Terry Sanchos wasn't entirely fabricated by Evan, Maybe he wasn't actually a Sanchos? A ranch hand they treated as family?'
'Evan told me very plainly, Con was the most kind and decent man he ever knew,' said Julius. 'Such a man might take in a homeless youth, give him a job, a bed and an education?'
'Exactly,' said Mel. 'And I've given some thought to his sacking from the UN. I can't believe this man deserved to be dismissed for the reasons they gave. Maybe he told you a white lie, one he thought would never matter, so that he could avoid a topic that brought him pain? He was unfairly accused and judged perhaps?'
'Colonel Rafter,' said Julius looking at a photo of a smiling officer with rank of Colonel.
'How do you know?'
'It says so right here. Evan told me that they'd become friends in later years while they both still served in the air force.'
'I can't imagine a good enough reason for keeping a photo of your boss in your photo album. That's just wrong!' Mel teased. 'Oh, my God, what's he doing?'
The picture of a smiling Con Sanchos was everything Evan had described to him on the plane. The black and white photo showed Con wearing an over-sized raincoat and hat, gloves, gum boots and goggles. In his hands he was holding something, Julius couldn't be sure exactly what it was. Whatever it was, Con was holding it as far away from his body as possible.
'That's got a really funny story attached to it,' said Julius. 'I'll tell you about it some time.'
Evan began to stir.
'The company is definitely improving,' Evan was smiling and looking at Mel.
'Evan, meet Mel. Mel is my . . . umm,' Julius was struggling.
'Girlfriend!' Mel decided to help Julius out. 'Nice to finally meet you Evan. I used to be Julius's Personal Assistant, but I quit, and now I'm his girlfriend. Which means that I work for free now. Quite a scandal actually.'
'This is a recent development I take it,' said Evan smiling. 'Otherwise, I'm sure Julius would have told me more about you.'
'Exactly what has Julius told you about me?' Mel asked in her most sinister voice.
'Only that he was devastated that you resigned, but I see you had other plans,' said Evan. 'I'm glad to see Julius with more balance in his life now.'
'I hope you don't mind, but I've confided in Mel about everything you've told me. She's been my right hand for a long time now, she'll be vital for whatever action it is that I decide from here on.'
'That's fine,' said Evan not concerned. 'While I'm feeling up to it, I think it's important to finish telling you about what happened in '61. You may as well know everything.'
'We're all ears,' offered Mel warmly. 'I'm dying to know what happened.'
As Evan recommenced the telling of events that occurred in 1961, Mel could not help but be convinced as to the authenticity of what she was hearing. She began to appreciate Julius's fascination with the events of Evan's life and the story-teller himself.
Date: Tuesday, August 29, 1961
Time: 0840 hours
Location: National Investigations Committee on Aerial Phenomena (NICAP)
Downtown Washington D.C., USA
1960's America heralded a time of immense interest and fascination in the world-wide UFO phenomenon. Completely self-funded (supposedly), a recent surge in financial membership saw the National Investigations Committee on Aerial Phenomena (NICAP) highly active with substantial prominence given by media hungry for any news on the UFO subject. It was the organization's fierce stand against the "government cover-up" of alien contact that found Evan seeking their console. He logically assumed them to be at odds with the mysterious Majestic 12. He was wrong.
The stolen Roswell C.I.A. file that Evan had been caught with was the bait in a well-conceived ruse; part of an on-going effort to expose Colonel Rafter and recruit his cooperation. Despite the warning from his Commanding Officer, Evan had foolishly ignored his instruction and set off their trap. Evan had never appeared in their sights previously, in fact, his participation at the alien encounter had never even been suspected up until that time.
The encounter with Lance Beckner was like nothing Evan could've anticipated. Lance was one of America's leading scientists, instrumental in the development of radar technology used in the creation of America's highly advanced Distant Early Warning system which protected America from the potential threat of Russian missile attack across the North Pole. Beckner also worked closely with Lockheed to develop their onboard instrument capabilities and was well known to his good friend Kelly Johnson.
Stealing top-secret files should have been greeted by Military Police and hand-cuffs. Instead, Beckner, who had no military or C.I.A. status whatsoever, somehow carried the authority to remove the need for such procedures, have Evan temporarily released from his duties at Area 51, and to be "invited" for "off the record" talks in Washington with the mysterious Majestic 12. That it was an invitation he could not refuse had been made abundantly clear.
These were confusing times for Evan. Without being able to speak to his Commanding Officer, Evan found himself very much alone and unable to fathom how the circumstances he now found himself in came about. Desperately wanting to know more before fronting the unknown, he sort out information from the NICAP chief who seemed to be a reliable and willing source.
'I can quietly confirm, Mr. Borne, that Majestic 12 are still in operation and quite actively pursuing witnesses of alien encounters,' offered Evan in response to Borne's curiosity, but only willing to a minimal exchange of information. 'I can't divulge the nature or the circumstances of their contact with me though I'm sorry.'
'A military secret?' ventured NICAP's elderly chief Sydney Borne. 'I understand. But you must believe me when I tell you, and our conversation must be considered "off the record" Captain, Majestic 12 no longer necessarily represents the interests of just the American people. They have become a global power that transcends borders and politics to take a broader view of risks and benefits that might come about from alien contact . . . which includes unintended alien contact.
'Majestic 12 purportedly hold the belief that no matter how well intended an alien encounter may be, there will be unintended consequences from that contact that need to be understood and managed as best as possible for the peaceful benefit of the entire world. I can honestly say that I have never heard of any circumstances previously where the committee has admitted or confirmed their existence. You must hold information of great importance to them Captain.'
'Not really, I saw something recently that I can't readily explain is all,' lied Evan. 'They may believe it to be a UFO, I'm not sure. What can you tell me about them?'
Up until a few days ago, Evan had been completely unaware of "Majestic 12"; their existence, their purpose or their activities. Quietly founded in August 1952 by President Harry S. Truman, Evan discovered, MJ-12 was a highly secret committee of twelve, made up of top military personnel, world leading (American) scientists and highly influential (American) government officials (including C.I.A.) with objectives of investigation into alien encounters, recovery of alien spacecraft and technology, and the establishment of alien contact protocols.
MJ-12 was in fact a direct result of the crashed alien spacecraft at Roswell in 1947. There had been a great deal of "chatter" surrounding the circumstances of the crash, with rumors of military cover-ups, alien corpses and technologically advanced crash debris. Likely out of frustration, the President created the committee with orders to only report their findings direct to the White House in the hope of finally resolving the Roswell question.
Less than five months into their brief of their operation, the activities of MJ-12 should have been brought to a sudden halt. In January 1953, the pragmatic and highly skeptical new President Dwight D. Eisenhower put an immediate stop on the committee's funding. It was meant to have brought about the demise of MJ-12, except that Eisenhower failed to stipulate that it was also his intention that the committee be disbanded. Without direction to the contrary and despite being unfunded, the committee continued to meet, exchange intel, plot and scheme, believing their endeavors to be virtuous and vital for the sake of their nation and the world. No longer reporting to the president, the committee now became completely autonomous, setting their own goals and agendas.
Removing the committee's funding caused a dramatic change in MJ-12's methods of operation. They no longer needed funding, in fact, they no longer even desired funding. Each of the committee's twelve tentacles of power reached deep into the bowels of the various organizations they served . . . each able to utilize the resources entrusted to their control. They became one of the world's most highly-secretive, yet influential organizations. Despite freely accessing the resources of the American Judiciary, C.I.A., Military, N.A.S.A., Presidents Scientific Advisory Committee, U.S. Office of Scientific Research and Development and much more, even American Presidents themselves were now completely unaware of their existence or purpose. Their "purpose" now extended well beyond their original Roswell brief.
Rumors of an organization investigating the UFO phenomenon had been quietly circulated through the upper echelons of the military for years. Given the enormous public interest in UFOs, it followed that a significant volume of sightings were either made up, exaggerated, or simply a product of the imagination. Military sightings were mostly considered to be credible. The investigative process that followed these sightings was rarely questioned or understood. Some believed the existence of such an organization as MJ-12 to be a hoax. Others suggested it was a highly secretive function of the C.I.A. for the purpose of creating disinformation about the U.S. Air Force's secret projects.
The swearing in of new and highly popular Democrat President John F. Kennedy in January of 1961 offered the prospect of legitimacy for MJ-12. Rather than reveal their existence, at first, they merely hinted at it to test the waters for the new leader's reaction. They were very well received . . . initially anyway.
President Kennedy faced problems caused by a recent spate of unexplained UFO sightings over Russia. The Russians were understandably nervous after the U.S. quietly established Jupiter MRBM missile emplacements in Italy and Turkey. Convinced that the UFO sightings were some sort of an advanced American surveillance operation and evidence of even further aggression, the Russian bear became angry. The American President "requested" MJ-12 the task to search out the truth of the unexplained activity, alien or otherwise. This was the opening the members of the committee had always held out hope for . . . the return to legitimate standing for their operation.
The Roswell trail was not entirely forgotten, but it had grown very cold. With the death of Major Baker in 1956, the only lead of potential value within the committee's grasp had been the possible but unlikely complicity of the highly decorated and respected Colonel James Rafter. Rafter had survived the rigors of intense C.I.A. scrutiny for years and come up absolutely spotless. His investigation into the 1947 incident, although thorough, was considered to have arrived at conclusions that now seemed improbable.
The C.I.A., and therefore also its secret puppet master Majestic 12, were confident the technology witnessed in the 1947 incursion couldn't have been Russian or even Nazi derived Russian. They were now convinced that such incredibly advanced technology must have been alien. They concluded that Colonel Rafter's assessment had been heavily influenced by the rumors at the time of extremely advanced captured Nazi technology being employed by the Russians. That Colonel Rafter was not complicit in any sort of coverup of an alien encounter, they were certain . . . almost. A final attempt to reveal any complicity had been decided upon so that they might put him out of their sights permanently.
Using the enticement of potentially accessing alien technology, Majestic 12 had enlisted the cooperation of the design engineers at Lockheed to sow the false seeds of the rumored Roswell file and the use of captured technology. C.I.A. operatives staked out the file's location, and also the movements of Colonel Rafter. Quite unexpectedly, it was Evan that had taken their bait.
'Thank you for the information,' said Evan getting up to leave. 'You've been most helpful.'
'Captain,' said Borne, 'I can't imagine what they'll be wanting from you, but you know where I am if you ever need anything further. All conversation between us will remain confidential at all times. Please feel free to drop in again.'
As he walked out onto the street and into the busy morning commute, Evan reflected on his encounter with Borne. Borne had been exceptionally helpful, maybe too helpful. Evan was uneasy at Borne's lack of curiosity.
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Date: Tuesday, August 29, 1961
Time: 1304 hours
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The hosts of today's lunch were running very late. Evan suspected it might have been an intentional ploy . . . he was extremely nervous and wanted to get the meeting over and done with as soon as possible. Every minute that passed saw his stress levels rise.
Apart from Lance Beckner, Evan had no idea at all as to who else might be attending. The reserved table situated in a quiet, dimly lit cove at the rear of the restaurant was set for four. From the position he was seated, he could see everyone who entered and exited. The restaurant was busy, but not full, with a steady volume of conversation blanketed across the entire room. A strong fresh spicy scent of rich tomato sauce and oregano from a nearby table failed to engage his ravenous hunger; Evan sipped his water and waited.
Spotting Lancer Beckner entering the restaurant Evan stood up and gained his attention. He was alone. Lance made his way over and shook Evan's clammy hand.
'Jerome and Gordon are running a little late and send their apologies,' said Lance. 'They said we shouldn't wait and just order.'
'Who else is coming?' asked Evan more than just idlily curious.
'Jerome is essentially retired. He's an old Naval airman that I suspect you'll get along with and have a lot in common with,' said Lance. 'Gordon we will catch up with shortly after lunch. Gordon's semi-retired, mostly he works in the private sector in an advisory role on military contract tendering.'
'Jerome and Gordon who?' asked Evan wanting more understanding of who he was about to meet.
'I'll tell you what,' said Lance. 'Why don't we enjoy our meal, catch up on some gossip, and let our other guests introduce themselves properly. You shouldn't be concerned Evan, this is a friendly meeting and it's not overly concerned with your actions at Groom Lake.'
As the meal progressed, Evan gradually felt himself being put at ease. He liked Lance Beckner, and Evan was fascinated with some of Lance's unfolding developments within the science of encrypting communication. However, any time that Evan tried to steer the conversation towards the mysterious Majestic12 committee, Lance would politely suggest they wait for their guests.
As the main course plates were removed, two well-dressed men came to the table. Both Lance and Evan stood to greet the two.
'Evan, this is Jeremy Huck,' offered Lance as Evan shook Jeremy's hand. 'And Gordon Graham. We are all members of the Majestic 12 committee that was formed for the explicit purpose of getting to the truth about the UFO crash at Roswell.'
The new arrivals looked sternly into Evan's eyes without even a hint of a smile. Gordon Graham threw an opened file onto the table without speaking or offering his hand to Evan. The file contained some photos. The photo on top taken in 1947 showed a picture of Evan and Fells sitting in Evan's hot rod, with Major Baker leaning in through the open driver's window handing them something. Evan recognized the moment immediately; it was the morning of the radio interview with Con Sanchos. Colonel Baker was handing them the pieces of the weather balloon to give to Con. The interrogation was about to begin in earnest.
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'Sometimes when you meet someone, you get a negative vibe for some reason and you instantly dislike them even though you know nothing about them,' said Evan. 'You know what I mean?'
'We all know that feeling I think,' said Mel. 'Especially in the world of big business.'
'Well, I tell you, the feeling I had about these two sent a shiver down my spine. These were men who considered themselves above normal moral considerations.'
'Who were they?' asked Julius.
'Jeremy Huck, well past retirement age when we met. He was obviously the senior guy. I later found out he was a specialist in aeronautics. Gordon Graham had been Dwight Eisenhower's National Security Advisor. I'm not too sure where he'd moved to with the change of Presidents, but it was clear that his status within Majestic 12 wasn't affected by trivial things like a change in government.
'Anyway, it became clear to me that Lance's intentions for the tone of the interrogation were to be overruled. Jeremy and Gordon had brought a file with them which contained everything they'd managed to discover about the Roswell encounter.'
'What did they know?' asked Mel.
'Very little of real importance,' replied Evan. 'However, the fact that I was a cadet based at Roswell, grew up not far from the crash site, had been assigned duty patrolling the road to the north of the crash site, and knew the Sanchos family intimately placed me firmly as their new "person of greatest interest" regarding the incident. They couldn't figure out what is was that Colonel Baker gave me that morning, but they considered the encounter to be highly unusual. Colonel Baker was obviously under considerably more scrutiny than we realized at the time.'
'We're aware of the circumstances of you leaving the Air Force Evan, I'm assuming you told them nothing, which is the reason for leaving under a cloud,' said Julius. 'But how much were they able to piece together?'
'Too much for comfort,' said Evan. 'I don't believe they ever worked out that there were in fact two crash sites, and I'm quite certain that everyone who took the oath stuck to their guns, but somehow, they'd now pieced together that the seven of us that had taken the oath were somehow all linked.'
'Owens?' suggested Julius. 'The fact that he was omitted?'
'Who knows, but I don't think so,' said Evan. 'But they had information about our subsequent interactions after the event; information that I believe had excluded myself up until I foolishly set off their trap by stealing the fake Roswell file.'
Julius was about to speak when a nurse came in with a trolley.
'How's it going in here Evan?' asked the nurse. 'It's time to take your pills, and dinner is about 10 minutes away. I'll have to ask you to wind up your visit for a little while. Is that okay?'
Julius and Mel stood to leave.
'We might get a bite to eat ourselves and call back later this evening if that's all right?' suggested Julius.
'I'd like that,' said Evan as the nurse helped him into a more upright position. 'Take your time, I might take a short nap.'
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'We have a problem,' said Julius without menace.
'Problem?' said Mel looking at Julius and smiling. 'I think we have a few. But none that I consider insurmountable. Go on then, I'm listening.'
'Evan's started me on a journey. I have no idea where it's going, or how long it will take. Do I stay on the path Evan has revealed, or do I carry on as I always have, but with the added advantage of this great girl now in my life?'
'You seem to think they're incompatible,' said Mel. 'Do they have to be?'
'I've only just come to realize that you have strong religious beliefs,' said Julius. 'Strong and very firm beliefs.'
'That's true,' Mel replied cautiously. 'I've never told you anything about my religious upbringing because it's not proper to discuss such things with an employer.'
'I'm an atheist. Always have been and always will be. How does that sit with you?' asked Julius.
'You've always been open about your views. I knew what I was getting.'
'The pursuit of themes contrary to Christian teachings doesn't bother you? For example, if I were to pursue the truth about what Evan has told me?'
'Christians don't fear the truth Julius. They seek it. I believe that if you're looking for the truth, in the end, you'll find God.'
'And if God turns out to be the surviving composite entity of the previous universe?'
'If that's the truth, then so be it.'
'I very much doubt that the God we find will be the sort of God you worship. Honestly Mel, I think religion's got it very wrong. I'd shut down all religions in an instant if I could do so by clearly proving to the world that God doesn't exist. I believe we're better off facing the future on solid foundations of facts and truth.'
'Maybe what you will find is that the God you think you may have found in Evan's alien world is the same God that I worship. Is that so far-fetched to believe? There is only one God Julius, and I can't say I know everything there is to know about him, or in what form he takes.'
'I'll give up on this if you want me to Mel,' Julius said earnestly. 'You only need to ask. You're more important to me than anything else in the world.'
'Don't let me break the stallion I fell in love with,' said Mel, then realizing that it had actually been her to first utter the "L" word.
'I'm hooked on Evan's story, and the possibilities that are coming to light from it,' confessed Julius. 'As impossible as it might seem to verify his story about an alien encounter, the possibilities for the future it presents, at least, seem frighteningly real.'
'I absolutely agree Julius,' said Mel. 'You know something? Our differing ideologies aren't in conflict at all. In the end, the truth we both seek is the truth; what happens, happens. If you choose to face these things without faith, that's your prerogative. If you don't mind though, I'll keep an extra weapon up my sleeve and I'll keep my faith for now.'
'A collaboration?' suggested Julius.
'In every way possible,' Mel replied. 'Where do we start?'
Julius thought for a moment without speaking.
'I think you need to hear the whole story,' he said eventually. Whether you believe that Evan had a close encounter with aliens or not, his story has substantially influenced my thinking. Evan took me on a journey, and it has profoundly changed my life and my perspectives. Are you sure you want to hear it? It may challenge your faith.'
'I very much doubt that,' said Mel with absolute conviction. 'Please proceed.'
'Let's order another bottle of scotch and some ice,' suggested Julius.
'You must be telepathic,' said Mel. 'We might as well enjoy ourselves in the process.'


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One of the people identified by Scotland Yard as being involved in the Paris Metro racism incident is a former police officer.
Richard Barklie, 50, who is now a human rights director, said he was involved in pushing Souleymane S off a train last Tuesday, but denies being involved in racist chanting.
He has now apologised over the incident through his solicitor.
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'He did not participate in racist chanting and singing and condemns any behaviour supporting that,' said his solicitor Kevin Winters.
He added they had contacted the Metropolitan police, which confirmed arrangements were in hand to take the investigation to the next stage.
Barklie, a season ticket holder at Chelsea's Stamford Bridge, claimed not to know any of the other people shown in the Paris video.
Mr Winters added: 'He has an account to give to police which will explain the context and circumstances as they prevailed at that particular time.
'In the meantime pending that, he wants to put on record his sincerest apologies for the trauma and stress suffered by Mr Souleymane.'
Barklie is a director with the World Human Rights Forum, a global organisation with offices in Northern Ireland and used to work for the Royal Ulster Constabulary (RUC).
The Met police said it had identified three men being sought in connection with the incident as it supports a French police probe.
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The first-ever biennial to be staged in the attractive Aegean town of Bodrum – historically called Halicarnassus – takes its inspiration from the novel Aganta Burina Burinata by 20th-century Turkish author Cevat Şakir Kabaağaçlı, known as the Fisherman of Halicarnassusm, who was Turkey's first professional travelogue and self-professed lover of Bodrum.
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The main venue will be the historic Bodrum Castle, built by the Knights Hospitaller in 1404 (under the German knight-architect Heinrich Schlegelholt). The Sevket Sabanci Cultural Center and the Osmanli Tersanesi Art Gallery will provide the secondary venues.


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"The difference between death and taxes is death doesn't get worse every time Congress meets."
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So we come to yet another diatribe on the loathsomely illogical debacle that is the election system in America. It has become glaringly apparent that the public in general is being pathetically and intentionally bamboozled. The campaign is in full gear with invectives and inconsistent truths tainting the information mainstream. Each side has gotten to the point of, and this is an oversimplification, ignoring the genuine issues that affect all of America and its noble citizens. We are once more in the grip of the pundits spreading falsehoods, and misdirecting the public opinion about what is actually happening.
What we do not know is the depths at which we are being deceived. Is there a point where someone can stand on some metaphorical soap box and scream…Enough!
While this is a vision that would bring great relief in many while eliciting great strife in yet others, it is not likely to occur. We have come to a place where it is much better to fear then to act with rectitude towards that which reveals our true feelings, or continue the mendacity rampant in the crusade to achieve high office in this the "greatest of nations." The rhetoric on the prominence of this country is deceiving in that the authenticity of the claim is dwarfed by the magnitude of information revealing the reality of what we have accomplished in the light of the rest of the world. Some disturbing facts show us where we have foundered the American Dream:
• The United States has the largest prison population and the highest rate of incarceration in the world
• The United States has highest crime rate
• The United States leads the developed world in child-abuse deaths. More than 20,000 American children have died over the past decade in their own homes attributable to family members. Seventy five percent of these deaths are children under the age of 4 and almost half under the age of one.
• America is 178th in infant mortality
• The United States has highest rate of teen pregnancy
• The United States has highest divorce rate, twice the rate of the next country (Sweden)
• The United States is ranked twelfth in the world for college graduates
• The United States is ranked 49th in Reading, Math, and Science among fifteen year old children.
• The United States ranks 23rd in per capita literacy rate.
Disturbing as these ratings are (all are verifiable but only to those who are fortunate enough to look it up and be able to understand what is being read) the most veracious of explanations comes down to a simple idea…it is our own fault. We have supplanted the responsibility of citizenship and for the safety of our children, and the education of the population to persons otherwise ill-equipped and unskilled.
Children are regularly and increasingly being educated by overuse of the news media that fears drops in ratings in lieu of factual reporting. Real education has been hobbled by legislation derived from elected officials who, historically, have not included educational professionals into the writing of educational legislation. We have allowed the system to be guided, funded, and administered using standardized tests which have consistently been found to be miserably ineffective yardsticks of things such as imagination, creativeness, and ability to succeed.
We have allowed our government officials to perpetuate the criminal justice system by allowing right and wrong to be secondary to conviction rates. We abuse and kill the very children who we have a moral mandate to protect prior to even giving birth in the first place. This is categorically attributable to the fact that, with few exceptions, judges are elected or held responsible to political agendas by those who appoint them.
The United States federal legislative branch costs the American public $30,275,229 per day to operate. That same body that is affirmed every first Tuesday after the first Monday in November has spent these funds to attack Universal Healthcare 33 times without success. What would be the normal reaction be in the average person being told no 33 times? Would the message ever get to the point where the ideal would become clear?
Is it a wonder why we spend billions of dollars trying to deny healthcare services such as education to young people about birth control? What of realistic care for battered family members who end up in the criminal justice system never to receive assistance that assures safety for the abused? Why not require these elected officials do something about literacy rates, and real education instead of engaging in character attacks against campaign opponents?
The question begging an answer is: why has it come to this? Many rejoinders might be offered, but the answer might still be elusive. Perhaps there is but a simple explanation. The complexity of the process has created an environment of fear. Dread of the future and what it begets. Fear of the forthcoming is certainly a realistic trepidation given the lack of altruism and the mendacious slant of modern electioneering.
While there are probably reasons that number legion as to the truth behind the situation faced in the election, there is little in way of understanding. We listen to polls, and wait for the next scandal while allowing massive amounts of funds to be wasted in the effort to choose who governs us, but is that actually what we want? What explanation can there be for fear? Perhaps we need to go to antiquity:
"To fear death, my friends, is only to think ourselves wise, without being wise: for it is to think that we know what we do not know. For anything that men can tell, death may be the greatest good that can happen to them: but they fear it as if they knew quite well that it was the greatest of evils. And what is this but that shameful ignorance of thinking that we know what we do not know?" Socrates


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45% of Student Loans Won't be Repaid Under New System
Replacing the old system with a worse one?
Under a new debt repayment system in England, students could only repay their loans when they are earning at least £21,000 a year. Because of this, the government now says that around 45 per cent of them would not be able to repay their loans, since they would not earn enough to do so.
This means that the government will just have to write off 45 per cent of loans extended to student, under the new system.
This also means that nearly half of future graduates are studying for free, and would not have to worry about paying off what they owe to taxpayers.
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In the coming days, students in the United Kingdom will be holding more protest rallies. They will be the continuation of the campaigns they started at the end of last year which is only a month ago. Their specific concerns include the privatisation of student loans, very high tuition fee, stagnant education services, the relevant issue around them which is the discrimination against cleaning staff, low salaries of school staff and faculty and even their right to hold protests.
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Tutors must inculcate in students a confidence that lets them express their views, writes Chris Hopkins
First-year English students often ask this apparently stylistic question: "Is it OKif I say 'I think' in my essay?" I usually say something such as: "Yes - if every sentence doesn't begin that way and it is something that you can claim is a personal view rather than just a way of expressing guesswork."
The question is a classic one. It suggests anxiety about what is expected and typifies how difficult it is for students to express first reactions, assumptions, views, preferences, beliefs, even relevant personal experience. But these are things that make an academic subject your own rather than something to be learnt to pass a course.
It is perfectly rational for students to want to know what kind of response tutors expect to seminar or essay questions. Most students will worry about whether they should give a personal, emotional or technical response, a summary of a text or lecture, or a combination of these. The right answers will probably combine a range of possibilities, and a personal view of a question does not have to lack technical or historical knowledge nor ignore the ideas presented in lectures or in a text. A really satisfactory answer to the question "Is it OK to say 'I think'?" requires an explanation of the practice and theory of modern literary criticism: what is it we are doing, why and how?
But to make use of that explanation, a student would need to have the level of confidence that their tutors have acquired in subject knowledge, evidence and argument. They would need to know how they could join a conversation when uncertain of the topic, the context, the company and even whose party it is. Maybe it is a matter of gradually gaining experience of how the discipline is conducted.
But I fear that students in general feel increasingly less able to say or write "I think". It is not that they are not thinking, but that a personal claim to a view is too nerve-racking, the weight of the knowledge and authority of others too alarming, the fear of looking a fool too embarrassing. And, anyway, a student might think, the tutor will give the right answer to her or his question if not interrupted by distractingly less-right student answers. This makes it difficult for students to acquire the confidence and active approach to the making, discussing and evaluating of different meanings that is central to English studies and to many other disciplines based on interpretation. Passive learning, invoked by anxiety about the adequacy of one's own views, can undermine the kind of personally engaged, informed, flexible, responsive learning that higher education exists to teach.
We need to develop an ethos that allows students to say and write "I think". There is a lot tutors can do to develop this confidence. We must convey a sense that we, the tutors, are not the possessors of a static body of knowledge that we can pass on, but participants in a many-sided conversation between existing and new understandings. Students must be able to feel they have enough knowledge, confidence and understanding to contribute their perceptions, each potentially distinctive.
In our third-year module on 20th-century fiction, my colleagues and I have developed ways of teaching and learning that try to open everything to dispute. We give a series of accounts of the novel in the past 100 years, but we tell students that these are our versions. They, too, have the evidence to construct the story in the ways that they think best explain the experiments/continuities/conservatisms/revolutions/ evolutions/whatevers of the modern novel. Some of this evidence is in "authorities", such as secondary sources, although we try to undermine their authoritativeness by pointing out that these, too, are points of view. Other kinds of evidence come from students themselves and their experience of reading these texts. Is Women in Love modernist in the same way as Mrs Dalloway ? That depends how you read it or how you reconstruct your reading experience.
If we can let our students see that there is no right answer and that they have the means to make their meanings as English students, just as we have the means to make meanings as English tutors, there is hope that the process will mean something and will allow thinking outside of what "I think" to be OK.
Chris Hopkins is principal lecturer and teaching fellow in English studies at Sheffield Hallam University.
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Reading about Guston, Chagall, Hesse, Kandinsky, O'Keefe, Bourgeois and more- reading about map making, cosmology, the spiritual in art, feminist art and more- working 25 hours/week, dealing with roommate issues, aging parents and daily life. Thinking I'm the only one in my cohort who still feels adrift, unsure about "direction" and what constitutes a "body of work." (Facebook discussions with them assure me I'm not.)
It helps to stand in front of my drawing table every day and do something. It helps to work directly with judgement and confusion to accept them and make stuff anyway. It helps to be around other artists, something I don't do enough but am looking to do more.
The 2 pieces above were one drawing that I tore in half a while ago. I took them out recently and hung them in my studio- they remind me of Redon- they nudge me- maybe they'll inspire me- maybe I'll just contemplate them.
This unfinished piece is (maybe) the beginning of working with maps. I have an idea about landscape and drought (I have a huge book of old CA maps) and the resources underground- maps enthrall me- many early maps, esp maps of the cosmos and the heavens, try to convey complex ideas and concepts while also trying to show the passage of time, or unfolding events.
The small collages below were made a few weeks ago- part of my collage practice looking at forms, balance and color- these come from an unconscious place. Not sure I want to "know" that much about them.


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We are seeking to recruit at least two new members to join our team of volunteer Board members, who oversee the work of our dedicated staff and volunteers, and develop our strategy and vision. We would like one of the new members to take on the role of Treasurer.
The Board meets seven times per year in Edinburgh, usually in the evening. Travel and all other expenses are paid to attend meetings from any part of Scotland.
We are an equality organisation and we very much welcome applications from all communities, and in particular from minority ethnic people, who are currently under-represented on our Board.
Here are the application materials:
Board application diversity form
More details are available from Lynne Davies by email or call Tim Hopkins, Director for an informal chat on 0131 467 6039.
Closing date for applications: Monday 16th March 2015


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Bright oranges, yellows, pinks, purples and whatever your heart desires-they're making a statement this Fall. Having even a single piece of bold colored clothing in an ensemble takes it from ordinary fall get-up to exciting fall fashion. My favorite? A beauitiful bold blue or yellow trench!
Let us not forget the power of a great pump. These bright red House of Dereon heels ( $60 seen on Essence.com) would also do the trick to bring some spice to those autumn afternoons. Winter too!
And who could forget the importance of a pretty pucker? I'm loving the variety of bold hues, red isn't the only choice! (Although it's still the classic) Checkout a bold pink lip, "Gorgeous", displayed here by model Keyshia Dior from her lipstick line Ka'oir. Happy Coloring!


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- Square Feet: 2,913 sqft
- Year Built: 1969
Selling As-Is. Charm and style throughout! You are welcomed into the home with a beautiful entryway facing a staircase from an 1880's home, and chandelier from an old church. Barnwood home is from Colfax barn. Kitchen has double wall oven and lots of storage. The main floor family room has built in bookshelves and a double sided gas fireplace. French doors lead out to a covered patio. Double closets in 3 out of the 4 bedrooms, basement has a bedroom framed with new windows ready for your finishing touches. Almost 2000 sqft in the basement with 2 Walkouts, and an extra attached garage for your yard tools, mower or powered toys. Plenty of room for a She-Shed or Man-Cave- no wait... there is enough room for BOTH!! Easy access to the interstate. Home includes ADT Security System, irrigation system, pet fence with collar, and Radon mitigation system. Only 2 owners. Too much to type here - you will have to see for yourself! USDA Financing for eligible buyers $0 down.
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text: When I told Ben from Light Force and Brad from Maxtrax that I wanted to run a Father's Day competition to reward all the Dad's out there who are bringing up the next generation of off-roaders, they both jumped in and put up some awesome prizes! Mates are like that eh? Plus there are signed copies of the new Roothy Bush Cooking Book #2 which isn't even on sale yet, and some great runners up prizes. Find our more and enter on the Roothy website https://www.roothy.com.au/fathers-day-comp/ , or tthrough the Father's Day Comp tab on the facebook page. Competition closes on 2nd September 2016. Good Luck!


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My Workout Routine Questions Answered
Okay so I am not one of those that will say that it is HARDWORK and that I work out everyday blablablablurr. But there are questions I get very often that I am just going to answer so that I don't get asked again…..hopefully.
Lets get rolling shall we?
"I am really skinny, it seems impossible to gain a muscle. How do I do it"?
I light up at this question because when I get this question, apart from those that knew me from how skinny I was or still am(i always see myself as skinny though), they think of me as not skinny. Till I share with them a post where I spoke about how skinny I was which you can find here. Then they get excited! The workout routine for skinny guys is WAY WAY different from others. You need to observe your fallow periods, sleep, diet etc. I will soon share this information on many blog posts to come.
"Do I use supplements?"
It's hard to say I don't take supplements when people think of me as an expert at this. Well, I am not an expert at all…just sharing my experience and what works for me. Embarrassingly, I don't take supplements. I tried supplements when I started off about 2 years ago. I bought a medium size protein shake, got on amino acids but my brothers laughed at my progress. They were too expensive too so after that one round purchase I didn't get another. Sorry to disappoint but I don't till this day. Will you sponsor me on some shakes?! LOL
"How and when do I train?"
For those who have been following me a while know how much I hate the gym. I hardly go to the gym. The last time I went to the gym, the place was so hot that I nearly passed out. Like literally guys…I talked more about the reasons why I hate the gym in a blog post here. Please don't laugh when you read it because I was dead serious. I train at home but not everyday because of my body type which is also good for me; I am freaking lazy when it comes to working out. So I always observe my 'fallow periods' very well. i do loads of pushups (inclined & declined) chin ups and many others which I will start sharing on here petite petite.
"How's my diet like?"
Experts will say that for very skinny guys with high metabolism, I should eat from 5-6 meals a day but that is TOUGH. I try but I do so well sometimes to make it 3 times a day. Usually, I am so busy doing other stuff that I eat only twice a day which isn't good at all but happens on a very usual note. So I try to stick to the eating plans and various selections and preferences in diet which has been absolutely helpful too. The only dish I do so well is fried eggs FULL STOP because I LOVE THEM and It is also good for my BODY. I do beans too and waakye…LOVE IT. LOADS of PROTEIN in there as well. Chicken and pork too. Well, I try to stick to the guide plan which I will soon share on here this month. Been so helpful too.
I think that's all for the usual questions I get. If I didn't cover everything, you can post your questions down below to be addressed. You can either use the Facebook comment section or the other down beneath it and I will get back to you, Cherio, guys!


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Buyers will sometimes put in a low ball offer to test the waters. Here's how to turn a test into a sale.
Focus on the goal: To sell
Forget being offended and work the offer to your advantage. Egos don't close deals, but serious negotiations do. The buyers may be truly enamored with a home may be willing to raise their offers by a hefty amount. Never let a deal die.
Always return the ball to the buyer's court
Convey that while you appreciate the offer, you'll have to pass on it. That shifts the ball to the buyer's court to come back with a better offer. If pressed, your agent can always tell the buyers that you're confused by their far-under-list offer and would be more than willing to entertain a figure befitting the market.
Listen and be realistic
When assessing an offer, be sure to consider all of the buying party's terms — such as when they're willing to close, what repair credits they request and their financial wherewithal to perform. You may not be as far apart as you think.
Lingering on the market
Realize you may need to ratchet down expectations somewhat if your house has lingered on the block well past the local time-on-the-market average. 90 days + on the market make a listing seem stale. Pricing a home reasonably accurately from the get-go is still an industry best practice.


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Shelley reads the survey of the Rovers which confirms that it is worth the asking price. Nathan has stayed the night with Tracy but leaves in a hurry in the morning. Candice fails to open the Salon on time, scalds Betty, is late from lunch and then insults the salon, saying it's only for pensioners and kids. Audrey sacks her. Jason tells Sean that he should pay the extra rent and has a go at him for sponging off Eileen. Eileen tells Sean to take no notice. Craig visits Angela. He is angry and tells her she should have told him the truth. Angela tries to explain why she lied. Angela begs Craig to go and see Katy. Fred tries to talk Audrey into going into partnership with him. Kelly wants to get Steve's attention. Janice and Fiz trick her and tell her the way to get him is to be full on. Kelly believes them and is all over him in the pub. Tracy and Liz see this and are annoyed. Joanne and Jessie like Nathan. Angela wants Father Thomas to talk to the police and tell them the truth, as she can't face it but he tells her only a statement from her will count. Betty is angry when she realises she is the last to hear about the sale of the pub. Eileen lends Sean money. Jason wasn't supposed to know but he works it out. Craig goes to see Katy. While he is there, she dies. Audrey tells Fred the deal is a 70/30 split and he accepts. Fred keeps on having to nip to the loo.
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- Tracy Barlow - Kate Ford
- Nathan - Ray Fearon
- Candice Stowe - Nikki Sanderson
- Maria Sutherland - Samia Ghadie
- Audrey Roberts - Sue Nicholls
- Shelley Unwin - Sally Lindsay
- Charlie Stubbs - Bill Ward
- Eileen Grimshaw - Sue Cleaver
- Jason Grimshaw - Ryan Thomas
- Sean Tully - Antony Cotton
- Violet Wilson - Jenny Platt
- Angela Harris - Kathryn Hunt
- Craig Harris - Richard Fleeshman
- Keith Appleyard - Ian Redford
- Fred Elliott - John Savident
- Betty Williams - Betty Driver
- Fiz Brown - Jennie McAlpine
- Janice Battersby - Vicky Entwistle
- Steve McDonald - Simon Gregson
- Liz McDonald - Beverley Callard
- Martin Platt - Sean Wilson
- Katy Harris - Lucy-Jo Hudson
- Warren Baldwin - Danny Young
- Amy Barlow - Rebecca Pike (Uncredited)
Guest castEdit
- Coronation Street exterior
- Rovers Return Inn - Public and back room
- 11 Coronation Street - Back room and kitchen
- Audrey's
- Weatherfield General - Intensive Care Unit and waiting area
- Redford Prison - Cell and visiting area
- Final appearance of Lucy-Jo Hudson as Katy Harris.
- TV Times synopsis: Craig visits Katy at the hospital and begs his unconscious sister not to give up on her life; Candice gets sacked from the salon; and Shelley plans her future.
- Viewing Figures: UK broadcast - 11,580,000 viewers (3rd place).
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Transfers of Equity
A Transfer of Equity is the term used to describe a change of ownership of a property where at least one of the legal owners remains on the title.
A Transfer of Equity is the term used to describe a change of ownership of a property where at least one of the legal owners remains on the title.
They usually take place when:
- a couple owns a property jointly and they split up meaning one party needs to be taken off the title; or
- someone new is added to the title (for example, when a couple gets married or a parent wishes to add a child to their property title).
There are risks involved when a property is being transferred between family members. Therefore, these points need to be explained to all parties involved. In addition, the title needs to be checked carefully for anything that may affect the joining or leaving parties. You will need an experienced conveyancer to make sure you are advised correctly and your interests are protected adequately.
Whether you are being added to a title or removed, or are thinking about making a decision about the ownership of your property, please contact one of our conveyancers who will be happy to discuss the options available to you.
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Memorial Day
Posted May 18, 2008on:
Day is done, gone the sun,
From the hills, from the lake,
From the sky.
All is well, safely rest,
God is nigh.
Go to sleep, peaceful sleep,
May the soldier or sailor,
God keep.
On the land or the deep,
Safe in sleep.
Love, good night, Must thou go,
When the day, And the night
Need thee so?
All is well. Speedeth all
To their rest.
Fades the light; And afar
Goeth day, And the stars
Shineth bright,
Fare thee well; Day has gone,
Night is on.
Thanks and praise, For our days,
'Neath the sun, Neath the stars,
'Neath the sky,
As we go, This we know,
God is nigh.
Say thank you. Say thank you to every person you see who serves our country. Whether they are in the military, work for a police or a fire department, they put their life on the line every day for our freedom and safety. They do it to serve. They deserve a thank you.
I did this design for Memorial Day. You are welcome to download it.
Until next time.


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contains The round Table, Crabbed Youth & Age, Portrait, The White Backbird, The Big House and Give A Dog -. Inscribed on the rear of the frontis portrait to Patricia Brent thus 'This is Patrica Brent's book: and if you borrow it return it. Otherwise the curse of the author will be on you for the rest of your life, Lennox robinson April 1st 1940'. Slight marking to front of upper board, otherwise nice bright copy.
Title: Plays
Categories: Poetry & Plays,
Edition: First edition thus
Publisher: London, Macmillan: 1928
Binding: Cloth
Item: 1.00 Item
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Over 500 investors attended the event over the weekend, hoping to catch wind of the latest entrepreneurial ideas and tips for following the trend of Swedish success on the start-up market.

"Recently we've seen a number of international venture capitalists investing in start-ups that were founded by our alumni, for example SoundCloud, Klarna, Videoplaza and Tripbirds, said event planner Marie Sundström to daily Dagens Nyheter (DN).

"This has been a contributing factor as to why we're seeing so many investors at this event," she said.

Australian star investor and main attraction Frank Meehan of Horizons Ventures in London was also present, and spoke about Sweden's strong future, as well as how the country's past may have been an influencing factor.

"I'm always looking for a new product that goes against the usual flow. When everyone overseas was still using iTunes I came to Sweden where everyone was listening to Spotify," he told DN.

"Then I understood that something was happening, and it's these things that you want to see as an investor. We're always searching for products that make life easier and more fun," said Meehan to DN.

Meehan is no stranger to Swedish shores, having studied at the Karolinska University in Stockholm as an exchange student. He points to Ericsson, ABB and Volvo as stalwart Swedish institutions that have paved the way for the modern successes.

"This all comes, perhaps from the Viking age when Swedes were out conquering the world. Daniel Ek and Niklas Zennström where never after a quick sale, they wanted to build something big," he said.

With this in mind, and with the boom in social media interaction and game playing, Meehan points to Sweden as the hotspot in terms of the next start-up explosion.


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PHARR- Gloria Montalvo, 77, went home to our Lord Monday, September 3, 2018, at her residence in Pharr.
Born in Pharr, she was a lifetime member of St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church. Gloria always had a smile and warm welcome for everyone who visited her. She was very creative and enjoyed making personalized arts and crafts, and doing crossword puzzles. Ms. Montalvo was always dressed to impress. Her charisma, kindness, and smile will be missed forever by her family and friends.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Virgilio Zuniga and Blasa Contreras
Ms. Montalvo is survived by four children, Oralia Garren, Corina Montalvo, both of Pharr, Johnny Montalvo of Clyman, WI, Jeannie May Montalvo of Pharr; eight grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren; five brothers; and four sisters.
Visitation will be held from 5 to 9 p.m., with a 7 p.m. rosary Thursday, September 6, 2018, at Memorial Funeral Home in San Juan. Funeral service will take place at 10 a.m. Friday, September 7, 2018, at St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church in Pharr. Interment will follow at Palm Valley Memorial Gardens in Pharr.
Funeral services are under the direction of Memorial Funeral Home in San Juan.


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The Social Democratic Party (SDP) has said that it would give hope to Nigerians by restructuring the country to tackle insecurity, with establishment of local policing.
Prof. Jerry Gana, a chieftain of SDP, was at the inauguration of Democratic Vanguard of SDP, a pressure group of the party, which took place at the National Stadium, Surulere, Lagos.
He gave an insight into the strategy the party would use to restore hope to Nigerians.
"People matter more than things to us. We want to have a renewed hope for this nation in such a way that ordinary Nigerians will have a reason to have hope.
"The party stands against the current situation of hopelessness in this land where there was so much insecurity, killings. We agree with the constitution that the primary purpose of government is security and welfare and in doing this we want to ensure that the Federal Republic of Nigeria will be restructured to ensure fairness and justice.
"The economy is in a mess. SDP is concerned to revive the economy. Empower the people so that we can create wealth and eradicate poverty. We want to give Nigerians a new hope. Thank God, that Nigeria is endowed with resources, resources of human beings who are very energetic, well skilled and trained. What Nigeria is waiting for is good leadership.
"Defence is national but security is local. With a Federal Government you cannot secure Nigeria sitting in Abuja with federal police. The first thing that we are going to do is to call for security to go to the federating units, states and communities will have police to ensure security in our land. We cannot deceive ourselves to say that only one police will be enough to keep security," Gana stated.
Senator Ebenezer Ikeyina, the Vice Chairman, South East of SDP, said that Nigeria cannot know peace without restructuring.
He said that all those who were afraid of restructuring were the enemies of the state.
He asked every Nigerian to embrace restructuring, vote for SDP come 2019 so that people would begin to enjoy the dividend of democracy in an atmosphere of peace and tranquility.
"Restructuring is the answer to Nigeria problems. We need to move Nigeria forward through restructuring. It is the primary objective of our great party. SDP is the party of people with conscience, people who have the fear of God.
All you need is to get your permanent voters cards (PVC) and vote for the party that will give you peace.
"We will restructure into the federating units, give them their powers, they will manage their resources, have their police and all these killings will stop. A situation where everyone will have a sense of belonging," he stated.
Otunba Tunde Onokoya, chairman, Steering Committee of Lagos State SDP, said that it is only SDP that is well positioned to restore security to Nigeria because it is the only party that is very sincere about using restructuring to restore hope to Nigerians.
"We want to ensure that the right people take over leadership. We will restructure Nigeria into federating units and security will return to the land. The insecurity situation in Nigeria is huge because those at the top are encouraging the offenders and the killings in the land do not mean anything to them.
"They tell us that they are foreigners, how can foreigners come and torment us in our country? When we get there, we will put round holes in round pegs. Let everyone be engaged through restructuring and all this rancour will cease," he stated.
Dr. Adetokunbo Pearce, SDP South West Director of Admin and Strategy, said that only restructuring would restore peace and bring Nigeria to glory again.
"The SDP is fundamentally committed to restructuring. This is what we have been preaching since the party was formed. We have been preaching that Nigeria must be restructured and 2014 confab report supported that agitation.
"Geopolitical parity for example, SDP is saying that if North west geopolitical zone has 7 States and the South East has 5, it is not fair and we say go back to the recommendation of 2014 confab which said, all geopolitical zones should have 9 states. If you have 7 in North West give it 2 more and give 4 more to South East that has 5 already. This would have taken care of the various agitations here and there," he said.