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Seed Collecting and Trading
Oct 16, 2007
Ever consider growing a garden from seed? It's can be cheaper and easier than you think. Most of the many plants around my garden were grown from seed. I started collecting my own seed and found I was saving a bundle and having fun with it! If you're interested, now is the time of year to try. While seeds can be collected all through the summer (especially from perennials), there seems to be more available in the fall (such as from annuals). To get started, check out The Seed Site. This is an amazing resource for both the beginner and the seasoned gardener. It covers how to save seeds, what to look for, how to grow them and even includes several pictoral indexes of hundreds of seeds, seed pods and seedlings.
Once you start saving your own seeds you can enter the somewhat addictive world of seed trading. Here's how it works:
You save and label seeds that you collect
Then post the seeds you have available and the seeds you want on a seed trading forum
Through the forum you arrange a trade with another gardener and send them in the mail to eachother. The only cost is postage, which often isn't much!
I use GardenWeb Seed Exchange for seed trading. I've tried other ones but didn't like them as much.
Happy seed collecting, trading and sowing!
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Drug-Free Lawn
Aug 29, 2007
I've been wanting to follow an organic program with our yard for awhile now but I wasn't sure how to go about it. So I checked out our local library and found "The Organice Lawn Care Manual" by Paul Tukey. This book is exactly what I needed. It covers everything you could want to know about caring for your lawn the GREEN way. If you currently use a strict regimen of chemicals on your lawn it shows you how to get your lawn off drugs and ease it into a sustainable ecosystem.
Here are some of the areas it covers:
Soil components
Types of grasses
How to start a lawn from scratch
How to renovate an existing lawn
Maintenance list month by month
Lawn ammendments
Economical ways to add nutrients
Weeds & insect pests
With readable charts and informative pictures this book keeps your interest and is easy enough for any homeowner to understand. I now have a plan in place for renovating our own yard and tending to it's specific needs. It's a joy to know we can have a lush green lawn without compromising the health of our families or the environment.
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Gardening Together
Aug 24, 2007
Not only do I love to garden but I love to garden with Emma! Everything seems new through her observant and curious eyes. Gardening together is a great way for us to both get out in the fresh air and sunshine. One of her favorite garden activities is harvesting the chamomile flowers to be dried for tea. In this picture taken last summer she's holding bunches of chamomile and parsley.
It's nice that she can also help out with drying herbs. Here she's placing clippings of oregano into the dehydrator to dry. Some herbs I dry the old-fashioned way upside down. But for herbs like Chamomile the dehydrator seems to work best.
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Free Things to Do in Athens, GA
Located just 60 miles east of Atlanta, the city of Athens, Georgia is the perfect destination for your next getaway, whether you're seeking a romantic weekend or a foodie's trip packed full of Athens' distinctive cuisine. Among the city's extensive list of attractions are several free areas to explore, ideal for vacationers on a budget.
Explore Athens
All throughout Athens, you'll discover immersive attractions that won't cost you a penny. Consider beginning your day with a stroll along Memorial Park's 1.25-mile Birchmore Trail. After you've finished the route, check out the Bear Hollow Zoo at the same location. The small zoo houses a range of animals, from birds to amphibians and beyond.
After breaking for a bite to eat in Athens' downtown district, be sure to peruse the city's additional free options, including:
- Sandy Creek Nature Center: Ideal for the adventurous traveler, this wildlife hub boasts more than four miles of trails along with an indoor Education and Visitor Center featuring live animals and other exhibits.
- Trail Creek Park: This 113-acre park is packed with exciting features, including mountain bike trails, soccer fields and a playground. For $1, visitors can enjoy the new splash pads, which offer an easy opportunity for little ones to cool off on a sunny day.
- Firefly Trail: Home to the world-famous Athens Twilight cycling event, it's no surprise that Athens offers plenty of cycling paths. The Firefly Trail is the latest addition, and while it's still under construction, its first segment (along with many other trails throughout the area) is open for use.
Architecture enthusiasts and visitors wishing to dive deeper into Athens' rich history should also plan a stop at the Ware-Lyndon House. The fully restored Late Greek Revival home showcases historic artifacts and offers a self-guided audio tour to transport guests into an earlier time. Or check out the Athens Welcome Center, located inside the c. 1820 Church-Waddel-Brumby House Museum, believed to be the city's oldest surviving residence.
Explore UGA
Your trip to Athens wouldn't be complete without a trip to the University of Georgia campus. One of the state's premier academic institutions, the campus offers some of the region's most notable attractions – many of which are free.
Popular points of interest on the UGA campus include:
- Georgia Museum of Art: Established in 1945, this complex serves as the official art museum of the state of Georgia. Inside, you'll find more than 10,000 works alongside a host of temporary exhibitions, while the museum's outdoor property features a sculpture garden highlighting women sculptors.
- State Botanical Garden of Georgia: This generously sized botanical garden, measuring a total of 313 acres, allows you to explore five miles of nature trails, where you'll see the Flower Garden, International Garden, Shade Garden and other breathtaking exhibits.
- UGA Special Collections Libraries: A must-visit for any history buff, the Richard B. Russell Building Special Collections Libraries chronicle Georgia's rich cultural history through a variety of exhibits.
Free Athens Attractions for the Budget-Conscious Traveler
Seeking a low-cost vacation destination? Look no further than Athens, Georgia. Browse our list of free things to do below, or explore our full list of attractions to learn more about all that Athens has to offer.

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The inspiration to begin this blog has been from a book written by Barbara Allan entitled "Conquering Arthritis". This book seems to compile many alternative aspects I have read over the years that can help people achieve their goal to heal their arthritis. Some of which I have attempted in the past, but Barbara seems to combine the most (in my view) effective and credible theories and talks of making each healing component work in synergy.
At the heart of the book and treatment, is the foundation of the cure, which is to find out if and what foods may be causing a reaction within the body. I have tried an elimination diet before but had problems when it came to reintroducing foods and identifying the ones which may cause a problem. I lost so much weight that I had to give up.
As Barbara has had arthritis and gone through this herself with similar problems, she has worked out ways of dealing with some of the issues I found difficult. I have e/mailed Barbara who now also helps people who are attempting to cure themselves and she has told me honestly that as far as she knows my particular form of arthritis has only had a 50% success rate with her regime. That, along with my own research over the years and gut feeling, is good enough for me to give it a try.
Because such a diet begins with fasting and needs careful planning, I am first studying the book in depth. I will, in future posts be diarising my journey towards healing hopefully this will encourage me to keep on track and stop my real life from distracting me. Please wish me luck!


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Introducing "Birdie"
This is the 5th, quiet member of our family, "Birdie". Here he is enjoying a cup of tea (He knows he is drinking from the creamer.)
Birdie gets around a lot. He is my daughter's constant companion. He comes along into the grocery store, Costco, the park...in the car he wears his own sealtbelt. Most recently, he has been enjoying trips to the escrow office, where everyone knows his name. When he gets there, my daughter places him in a chair and places candy at his feet so he can have a snack. Afterall, flying makes you hungry...
He usually doesn't like the extra attention, but he agreed to help me out with some photography experiments recently.
My daughter didn't mind either. She told Birdie to sit still.
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What about Baptism?
"Now That I Am Saved, Where Do I Start?" You may have asked this question since your conversion.
Virtually every religious denomination in existence teaches some form of baptism as part of their doctrine, and the diversities in their teachings are wide. This lesson is intended to give the Bible's clear and definitive teaching on the subject so the individual understands perfectly what God's intention is regarding baptism.
Why does God instruct us to be baptized? Baptism is the first act of obedience in service to the Lord. Anyone who has received eternal life can be baptized; it takes no special talents or efforts. Jesus set the example Himself by submitting to baptism before He began His public ministry. In Matthew 3:13-15, it is clear that Jesus was baptized in obedience to God's plan. In verse 15, He said, "…Suffer (allow) it to be so now: for thus it becomes us to fulfill all righteousness." This point of submission and obedience is the single most important thing to realize regarding baptism.
Several types of baptism are mentioned in the Bible. In each case, physical baptism is a picture of a spiritual truth. The important point to consider is the picture portrayed by baptism. Romans 6:1-7 (specifically verses 3-4) shows two of the purposes of baptism. It pictures the death, burial and resurrection of Christ It is also a public testimony of the new convert's identification with Jesus Christ through the death, burial and resurrection, which is how he was saved. It identifies him with THE LORD JESUS CHRIST.
By the act of baptism the new believer is showing to GOD that he is ready to begin his ministry in spreading the Gospel to a lost and dying world. Also, in the act of baptism, the new believer is identifying with THE LORD JESUS CHRIST "to fulfill all righteousness (Matt.3:15)."
In identifying with the death of Christ through baptism, we must underscore the fact that baptism and salvation are separate events in the life of the believer. Salvation is not dependent upon being baptized. However, baptism must ALWAYS follow salvation in order for it to be scriptural.
The clearest case of an individual's baptism in the Bible is the Ethiopian eunuch in Acts 8:26-39. In verse 36, the eunuch is asked "…what keeps me from being baptized?" Phillip then answers with the condition of baptism in verse 37, "…If you believe with all your heart, you may." Then the eunuch's response sealed the matter, " I believe that Jesus Christ is the Son of GOD". The only requirements for baptism are the requirements for salvation found in Romans 10:9-10, profession of Christ Jesus and believing in your heart that God raised Him from the dead.
There are no cases of baptism in the Bible of anyone but believers. Every act of baptism in the Bible follows salvation. Some other instances of baptism immediately after salvation are found in Acts 8:12 and Acts 18:8.
What Is The Method Of Baptism?
Again, Acts 8: 36-39 gives us the clearest example; In verses 38-39, both Phillip and the Ethiopian eunuch went down into the water and came up out of the water. In Matthew 3:16, Jesus was baptized in the same manner. Scriptural baptism is done by full immersion into water.
What does the scripture say happened to Jesus when He had been baptized?
As seen previously, baptism is a picture of death, burial and resurrection. The only way to bury someone is to put them completely underground. The biblical method of baptism is complete immersion. Matter of fact, the word baptize means to immerse. No one in the Bible was ever sprinkled. No one in the Bible was ever baptized before they were saved. This is why Agape Home Fellowship believes in "believer's baptism", or being baptized after you make a profession of faith in Christ.
Baptism is symbolic of your life in Christ. It is also an act of obedience. Have you been obedient?


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Broker Review: EmpireOption.com
In order to help you find the right binary options broker for you, binaryoptionsnow has reviewed all the primary operators in the digital options market. Today, we will review EmpireOption.com and examine the main advantages as well as the weaknesses of this Cyprus-based broker.
EmpireOption.com is a binary options website that offers trading in four different classes of underlying assets. The website accepts trades f0r the following assets:
It is quite easy to register an account with EmpireOption.com, it takes less than a minute. You only need to enter your first name, last name, email, password, country, phone number, the account currency and that's it. You can immediately start trading after having deposited in your newly created account. The website accepts deposits from credit cards, wire transfers and e-wallets such as Moneybookers, Paypal, Neteller and more.
User Interface
EmpireOption.com's trading interface may be familiar to some of you since it is run on the well-known SpotOption trading platform. The interface is designed for maximum ease-of-use with control buttons that are easy to see and charts that are prominently displayed in real time. You can also clearly see the expiry time, rate and projected return and loss of the investment for each option. EmpireOption.com allows trading in two different modes: Fast Trader – which displays up to 9 options at a time – and Pro Trader – which allows for the display of up to 4 options at the same time in a wider format with more data visible.
You can easily switch with one click from Stock binary options to Currencies, Indices or Commodities or you can create your own binary option with the "Option Builder" tab. EmpireOption.com also provides you with the top option picks in real time which will interest new traders who want to benefit from the most traded options at any point in time.
The EmpireOption interface caters to both beginner and experienced traders alike since it is as easy-to-use as it is intuitive.
Unique Features
This broker offers the possibility, through its Option Builder tool, of crafting your own binary option by selecting among 14 popular assets and various expiry times, as well as the percentage return. The latter parameter is called "Profit Control Risk" and will satisfy traders who want to have full control over their risk exposure in their option trading.
EmpireOption.com also offers OneTouch Options which allow traders to profit if the value of an asset touches a predetermined number just once during the option period – regardless of the asset's closing value at expiry.
This broker also offers two unique features: Double Up and RollOver. Double Up is a useful tool when an option is near its expiry time and it is trading in-the-money. The platform allows the possibility of "doubling up" one's investment in the option which means that a new option will be purchased with the same payout percentage and expiry using the current price of the asset as the strike price. So, this feature basically allows one to "double up" one's earnings by investing in an additional binary option on an asset that is performing as expected and appears to be headed for an in-the-money finish.
RollOver is a powerful feature that allows a trader to limit his or her losses in real time by postponing the option's expiry time to the next available expiry for that underlying asset.
Payouts and Commissions
EmpireOption.com's binary options offer returns of up to 81% with guaranteed returns for options that finish unsuccessfully of around 10%. The Option Builder feature allows the trader to customize his or her returns and decide on the amount of risk he or she is comfortable with. For OneTouch options, the return is around 400% on average.
EmpireOption has various types of trading accounts depending on the volumes one is trading: Bronze, Silver and Gold. Each of these "levels" of accounts has its own commission structure regarding withdrawals. For example, with bronze accounts it costs $30 per withdrawal and with gold accounts it costs $10.
Customer Service
We decided to test the customer service provided by EmpireOption since customer service is an important component of any online brokerage.
Our first impression with EmpireOption's live chat was disappointing since we didn't receive a response from them for the first several minutes. In comparison with other Binary options brokers whose waiting time is around 2 minutes, this seems to be a weakness at EmpireOption.com.
Nevertheless, the website provides customer support on the phone in English, Spanish and Portuguese for those who would like to get in touch with their broker over the phone.
EmpireOption.com offers a comprehensive online trading platform with a very large range of assets, but we were a bit surprised by the long wait time to get in touch with them over live chat. So, if you really know what you are doing when trading binary options online, then EmpireOption offers you some of the best trading tools and features. However, if you insist on contacting your broker over live chat frequently, you might want to look elsewhere.


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Registered Nurse - Imaging - Celebration - Per Diem
AdventHealth Celebration Health seeks to hire a Registered Nurse who will embrace our mission to extend the healing ministry of Christ.
Established in 1997 and now a 203-bed hospital, AdventHealth Celebration Health was designed as a Mediterranean resort-style facility to serve as a cornerstone of health in Disney's planned community of Celebration, Florida. The hospital consistently delivers a state-of-the-art healing environment to residents of Osceola, Orange, Polk and Lake Counties, as well as to visitors from across the United States and the world. All within a "living laboratory" of groundbreaking, research-driven clinical solutions that integrate mind, body and spirit in the defeat of illness and disease.
The Imaging department at AdventHealth Celebration Health is integrally involved across the spectrum of patient care, assisting medical staff in the diagnosis and treatment of patients ranging from routine imaging studies to advanced interventional procedures. Annually, Imaging at Celebration Health performs 132,000 procedures across emergency, inpatient, surgical, and outpatient settings. The department operates within the hospital and services the greater Osceola community. The Imaging team includes more than 100 skilled and engaged staff including Radiologists, Technologists, Nurses, and support staff, working to ensure the patients receive appropriate, quality procedures and results at the right time.
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The Registered Professional Nurse (RN) is responsible for providing and supervising direct and indirect total nursing care responsibilities to identified age specific groups. Utilizes the nursing process (assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating) in achieving the goals of the nursing department. Adheres to the AdventHealth Corporate Compliance Plan and to all rules and regulations of all applicable local, state and federal agencies and accrediting bodies. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.
Demonstrates through behavior AdventHealth's Core Values of Keep Me Safe, Love Me, Make it Easy, and Own it as outlined in the organization's Performance Excellence Program.
If you want to be a part of a team that is dedicated to delivering the highest quality in patient care, we invite you to explore the Registered Nurse opportunity with AdventHealth Celebration Health and apply online today.


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This Jane Jacobs Walk will be an opportunity for anyone interested in talking about the proposed Streetcar/Bus Rapid Transit line between the Ogden Intermodal Hub and Weber State University. Students from the University of Utah and Weber State University studying two proposed alignments will guide a discussion of the opportunities both present. This Walk will highlight portions of both potential transit routes on 30th street and on 25th street.
Date: Saturday, April 25, 2015
Time(s): 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
Event Start/End:
- BEGIN Grounds for Coffee on Harrison Boulevard and 30th Street.
- END at Ben Lomond Hotel on 25th Street and Washington Boulevard.
Hosts: Miranda Carter, Scott Browning, Max Backlund, Kyle Beswick, and Mike Christensen
More information: firstname.lastname@example.com
Theme: Transit
Accessibility: This event is accessible and open to Wheelchairs, Seniors, Children.
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APGA: simple solutions in energy policy carry a heavy cost
Failing to develop a comprehensive energy policy will carry a heavy cost in lack of future investment in the infrastructure needed to ensure energy supply can meet future demand, says the association.
According to Australian Pipelines and Gas Association (APGA) CEO Steve Davies, Australia's energy system has been described as a slow-moving train wreck travelling through a rapidly changing landscape of disruptive new technologies that offer lots of potential but not yet the supply security and reliability our energy system needs.
"Developing a policy that looks at the nation's long term energy needs amid continually changing technology and a highly-charged political environment is a very difficult task," he said.
"But the cost of failing to do so is much higher than we seem capable of imagining.
"Securing our energy future requires making decisions to invest in high-value infrastructure that can be years in development.
"These decisions will not be made unless investors can be sure they will be able to get a return.
"A long term energy policy that has bipartisan support will create the environment needed for these investments.
"Without them, we are jeopardising our future energy supply."
For more information visit the APGA website.
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Now that your baby is on the way and you are gearing up to decorate the room, here are 7 easy tips on how to create the perfect EcoChic Nursery by using eco-friendly and non-toxic materials.
We know you care about the health of your little one, and so do we. So we have included links for you to actually find these great eco friendly products!
1. Paint the walls of the nursery with environmentally friendly paint that doesn't release poisonous volatile organic compounds (VOCs) into the air. Look for ZERO VOC paint made from all-natural ingredients such as mineral pigments, beeswax, plant oils, crushed limestone, soy resins and buttermilk.
*Sherwin-Williams Paint and *Dunn Edwards
2. Brighten up the floors with a colorful area rug! Choose nontoxic carpets and area rugs made from natural, untreated fibers such as wool, organic cotton, hemp and jute. Their synthetic (and no biodegradable) counterparts can harbor up to 120 toxic and carcinogenic chemicals.
Find at: *Potterybarn Kids
3. If installing new flooring: Choose hardwood floors made from sustainably managed forests [FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) certified wood] and finish them with a nontoxic or natural sealant. Wall-to-wall carpeting (even if it is eco-friendly) isn't ideal because they trap mold, dust mites, and other allergens. If you absolutely want carpet, choose natural fibrous (like 100% wool) carpet and be sure to clean/vacuum frequently.
Find at: *Eco Friendly Flooring
4. Pick a baby mattress made with wool casings or organic cotton filling. Regular mattresses contain harmful and potentially cancer-causing fire retardants such as polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs), in addition to equally suspect stain- and moisture-resistant chemicals.
Find at: *Savvy Baby™ by Savvy Rest Organic Mattresses
5. Dress the crib with organic all-cotton bedding. Conventional cotton is one of the most heavily pesticide-sprayed crops in the world and the chemicals could irritate your baby's sensitive skin.
Find at: *Baby & Kids – Restoration Hardware
Check out our blog on Top 10 Reasons To Buy Organic Cotton Clothing, Bedding, And Toys For Your Baby
6. Furniture! Look for cribs, changing stations, bookcases that are made from nontoxic materials and/or finishes. Avoid furniture made with plywood, particle board, and medium-density fiberboard (MDF) because they often contain formaldehyde in their glues. Used furniture more than a few years old, however, is likely to have released all its harmful chemical fumes by the time it's ready for baby, so those are fine (and affordable) options next to buying furniture made from solid wood, wicker or rattan. Find at: Oeuf, Q Collection, Kalon Studios, Spot on Square, Roebuck Studio are all great places that make eco-friendly nursery furniture.
Find these brands at: *Baby Earth – Eco-friendly furniture, clothes, toys, gear, products
7. Choose window treatments that are made with organic/non toxic materials, such as 100% cotton. Black out shades are key for infants, so be sure to use black out drapes or shades that do not have any plastic or synthetic properties.
Find at: Carousel Designs
Written by Dimitra Dorbacopoulos at EcoChic Nursery Designs.


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I meet Mr. Snyder at an undisclosed swanky LA eatery, an establishment he frequents for brunch/hangover recovery. It is 11:30 am and I can see the bags under his eyes in spite of the $800 sunglasses (he keeps the price sticker on the left side of the glasses). He is in good spirits, though he speaks with the speed of a man who is forcing his brain to conjure each and every word through a haze of Jagermeister and vapor smoke. He apologizes profusely for his late arrival (30 minutes is nothing in this business, I assure him) then quickly responds to a text from his good buddy, Doug Ellin. Our food arrives promptly (ricotta omelet and coffee for me, branzino and three Mega Monster Energy drinks for him) and with a smirk and a crack of the knuckles, he indicates that he is ready for our interview to begin.
Let's just get right down to it. Is that cool?
Yeah, bruh, let's do this.
The reception for Batman V Superman wasn't exactly positive.
Well the entire concept of positive and negative is really kind of lost on me. A movie a made a few years back, and this was a freaking sick movie, was called Sucker Punch. Just, awesome babes—actually, funny story, I cast Emily Browning because I thought she was that Orbitz chick. I always had a thing for that Orbitz chick. Anyway, this movie, it was after this super lame Owl movie the studio made me adapt from a dumb kids book, so I decide I need to get back to my artistic center so I make this just balls out Sucker Punch flick and the movie just straight up rules. So like 3 years later I'm on Rotten Tomatoes and I see that Sucker Punch is at 26% and I'm like "I KNOW this movie is awesome, this is weird." So I call Rotten Tomatoes and they explain their algorithm to me and it's just like super confusing or whatever so I just hang up midway and I'm like, what is really even the point of these reviews? Like Batman V Superman is like 28% on Rotten Tomatoes. You know who else was number 28? Marshall Faulk, and that guy was sick. He was equal parts a threat in the run and pass game. Critics just don't understand the stories I'm trying to tell and the scale through which I'm telling those stories.
But, in fairness, the movie didn't score much better with general audiences, either.
But what does the word "general" even mean? It's like General Robert E. Lee is a huge hero of mine. Great tactician, leader, thinker, but that bro totally fought on the side of slavery—which, I want to get this across in your piece bro, I'm totally anti-slavery. Wayne Brady is a close, personal friend of mine. Anyway , you could say that General Lee was generally a good general, but you're going to have your qualms with him. People can say the same about my movies. I'll totally own up to that.
I'm not entirely sure how to respond to that, but how would you respond to the viewers (not critics, I mean the average moviegoer) who disliked the film?
It's maybe just not made for you, that's all I'd say. Not every movie is for everyone or whatever.
Just before BvS debuted, there was a great deal of talk surrounding a supposed R-rated director's cut. During production, did you feel like you were making the movie you wanted to make? And if so, do you think your movie would've been better received?
Look, I don't like to get caught up too much in ratings. I think it's archaic, arbitrary, and silly in the age of the internet. Kids can see like, totally messed up stuff with the push of a button, so why do demand all super hero movies be PG 13? Right? It just seems dumb to me. Obviously I would have liked more piss-jar in the flick, but in a studio setting, you have to give up somethings. It sucks, but overall, yeah the movie is pretty dope.
One of the bigger issues fanboys had with the film is the character design for Batman. He seemed less like the Caped Crusader and more like a masochistic serial killer. In hindsight, would you pull back a bit from that or is that the Batman you prefer?
I think if he was like 10% more jacked—and I talked to Ben about this—I think if he's just more jacked, like super, super cut but still with a lot of body mass. Like, do you remember the wrester Scott Steiner?
Well you should Google him, he was definitely what I wanted Ben to look like. I think if he was just super cut then people would understand and overlook some of the short comings. Scheduling-wise, we just couldn't get Ben that jacked in time. That one is totally on me. I'll own that.
In the wake of BvS's truncated box office run, there has been some reshuffling at Warner Brothers and DC. Where does that leave you?
It leaves me as a super good looking rich guy in a great town making movies I want to make.
Got it. Let's talk about Lex Luthor. What…what were you thinking?
Have you seen Now You See Me? I needed a brain like that in my movie. I like the concept of Jesse being totally in control of that movie. He's totally a master of his magic craft, and Lex has to be just as brilliant. I just love that movie, if that's on TNT, I will seriously throw like 5 models out of my house and just sit and watch it.
Just to clarify, do you think Jesse Eisenberg is an actual wizard based on the movie Now You See Me?
Who am I to say really? You know? He's not like a Gandalf or anything, but he's not Otto Porter either! Right?!
Is it true that you required the entire cast to participate in Crossfit events in between shoots?
I wouldn't say it was full on Crossfit because I'm not entirely certified, but it was a pretty intense work out. Another big hero of mine is Billy Blanks, the Tae Bo founder. I just want to have that vibe on my sets. Fitness and adherence to strict rules lead to a great set atmosphere and a sick finished product—not to mention being totally cut which models and regular chicks like.
It's pretty clear that Ben Affleck is the most jacked Batman but who wins in an arm wrestling match: you or Christopher Nolan?
Ha. Chris is a close personal bro so I won't so anything, but I think we both know! HAHAHA
::At this point Mr. Snyder laughs for two and a half minutes and takes a MASSIVE hit from his vape pen. I lose him in steam for another minute::
There you are, fantastic. Let's talk about Amy Adams. Amy is, by all accounts, a brilliant actress and a lovely person. How do you manage to make her so insufferable in your movies?
Well you can't have Lois suffer too much, right? I mean, at the end of the day, that role—and all female roles—are essentially built to be damsels in distress. Except for my movie Sucker Punch which I mentioned earlier. In that movie the WOMEN are the heroes. Can you even imagine that!? Haha!! Seriously, I'll get you a Blu Ray. But back to your question, we need to have Lois suffer, so she's not totally insufferable but…
That's not what that means, but let's just move on. Can you confirm that you kicked Seth Grahame-Smith off of The Flash because his dead lift was "super weak"?
Totally untrue. And that actually pisses me off that this is spreading around. He's not a huge guy, but his dead lift really wasn't bad compared to his BMI. It was his Split Jerk and Snatch lifts that were seriously embarrassing. Can't have a hero that doesn't even have proper Split Jerk form.
I've heard you want to do a dramatic retelling of the American Revolution when you're through with Justice League. Are there any other beloved characters, stories, or properties you'd like to ruin before Hollywood wises up and stops letting you make movies?
Well that rap version of Hamilton is pretty big so I thought it might be sick to do a James Madison biopic but set entirely to house music. Diplo is a friend of...Wait...Are you seriously coming at me bro? I was going to buy your breakfast. Seriously, I'll make a great movie about myself tagging your sister! Armie Hammer is in talks to play me!
*Snyder lunges across the table, fist drawn*
Wait wait wait! Before you punch me, you should know: my sister's name is Martha!
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The president of the Middle East Institute, Yevgeny Satanovsky, believes that the Ukrainian authorities have lost the ability to keep the situation in the country under control. He made a statement to this effect on Wednesday at a TASS news conference devoted to the presentation of his book titled Dialogues, co-authored with Israeli political scientist, former chief of the bureau for relations with Jews in the CIS and Eastern Europe Nativ, Yakov Kedmi.
"As far as Ukraine is concerned, I believe that it has fallen apart already but it has not yet developed the awareness it has broken up," Satanovsky said. "The government is unable to enforce law and order even in the capital. What kind of kind of country is that? It's an ex-country."
Among the main problems the Ukrainian authorities are unable to cope with Satanovsky mentioned "private armies, governors' insubordination and the government's inability to put under control ordinary gangs or gangs professing some ideology."
For his part, Kedmi pointed to the grave crime situation in Ukraine and predicted that it would be turning worse.
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a word to guide the way
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My word of the year for 2012 has been whole. It has guided me throughout this year and truly acted as a companion during moments of uncertainty. Last year at this time, I wrote a post for Roots of She about how I hoped 2012 might look like if I lived from a place of "wholeness." I'm sharing it below because I think this is a beautiful exercise to do when thinking about choosing a word as a companion for the year. I have updated the closing of the post with a followup and to make it relevant for 2013. Tomorrow, I will share about my word for 2013.
Living from Wholeness
For the last few years, I have worked with the practice of choosing a word to focus on throughout the year. I choose my word in December and then spend time thinking about it and journaling about it in early January. And I create a necklace with my word that I wear as a reminder throughout the year. This year, I also followed along with Ali Edwards and her "One Little Word" class.
I love how choosing a word invites me to let go of having resolutions I might or might not keep, and instead gently pushes me to look forward with self-kindness and think about how I most want the next year to unfold. As I think about all that could happen in a year, I want my word to be a companion that brings me back to center amidst whatever beauty and uncertainty await.
My word for 2012 appeared during a conversation with my friend (and incredible coach) Nona Jordan. As we talked, the word that kept appearing was "whole." We talked about how, through my work I invite others to shine a light on their paths and their stories, and how I believe that in any given moment we can hold all that is real and honor it. We can hold the truth, courage, beauty, fear, and sadness that one moment can bring and still see the joy that surrounds us. This is living with an open heart. This is living with your whole self.
And then Nona asked me a question that has deepened my experience with choosing my word: "What would this time next year look like if you leaned into living from a place of whole(ness)?"
As I thought about this question, I felt those pinpricking tears on the back of my eyes and began to breathe deeply as the answer settled around me, inside me. Here is a glimpse into some of the journaling I did after our conversation:
2012 was the year…
I showed up as me and shed how or who they think I should be.
I gave myself the gift of yoga several days a week.
I said "thank you" more.
I started fewer emails with variations on "I'm sorry it has taken me so long to reply…"
I trusted the answers I heard within.
I said "no" when my gut told me to.
I created stronger boundaries.
I shared the truth more.
I spent more time breathing than reacting.
I stood tall in the beauty and the shit that is each day, that is living, and I stayed true to me.
I gave myself the gift of knowing I am enough and believing it.
I learned to have more patience with my husband and remembered each day that he too is enough.
I spent more time nurturing relationships with my family and friends than I spent online.
I continued to let go of the expectations of others.
I opened my heart to love in ways I never thought possible.
As I read through this list again, I think I might stand in front of my bathroom mirror on the morning of January 1 and say, "As I focus on living with a whole heart in 2012, this will be the year I will show up as me and shed how or who they think I should be. I will give myself the gift of yoga…" and so on. I will say these words out loud and let these intentions sink into my cells.
Follow Up
As I look back on 2012 and the list of the ways I hoped to live from a place of wholeness that I wrote in my journal, I'm choosing to be gentle with myself. This year I learned that coming from a place of softness and ease is a piece of living from wholeness for me. No, I didn't practice yoga several times a week in the way I intended, but almost every day I did pause for a few moments to breathe, usually over a cup of tea, and to just be right here choosing to pay attention even on the days that were the most intense. This is living from wholeness...listening to what I most need each day to be able to show up as my whole hearted self.
This word whole will be one of my teachers and guides for the rest of my life. I will return to it again and again, and in 2013, I intend to begin each month as I did in 2012: writing in my journal using the prompt, "The ways I hope to live from a place of wholeness this month..."
An Invitation
As you look to 2013, consider choosing a word to focus on as a practice throughout the year. This word could represent what you hope to manifest or the light you want to feel as you experience all that is to come or the companion you feel you most need right now. Maybe you already have a soul mantra or phrase or quote that you use as you navigate your life.
After you choose your word or phrase, I invite you to think about what this time next year might look like if you gave yourself the gift of really living your word or phrase. Consider making a list that begins with "2013 was the year I…"
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Luther took another step towards qualifying for the six-team American Rivers Conference Tournament tonight. The Norse defeated the Dutch of Central College 3-0. Set scores were 25-20, 25-23 and 27-25. Tonight's sweep was the first for the Norse since defeating Lawrence University in three sets Sept. 8.
The Dutch made things interesting in the third and final set. Down 24-19, Central rattled off five consecutive points and tied the score 24-24. The teams traded points and then Luther secured the victory with the final two points of the evening.
Emma Veum and Karissa Kime led a Norse attack with 13 and 11 kills respectively. Veum produced an attack percentage of .344, while Kime's attack percentage was .308. Anna Larson was next with nine kills followed by Katie Shabatura with six. Sam Sixta dished out a match high 38 assists.
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Road safety charity IAM RoadSmart has described using a hand-held mobile phone while in control of a vehicle as a fatal distraction.
The Government also sees illegal mobile phone use as a serious risk and announced last November that anyone caught using a hand-held mobile phone while at the wheel of a car would be fined £200 and receive six points on their licence – a doubling of the existing penalty. These increased penalties came into force on 1st March this year.
The issue was brought into sharp focus last year when lorry driver Tomasz Kroker was jailed for ten years when he killed a family of four in a crash caused by searching for music on his smartphone.
Those surveyed last year by IAM RoadSmart are apparently becoming increasingly concerned by the issue. In the charity's Driving Safety Culture Survey, over 86% of UK motorists thought distraction caused by mobile phones had become worse in the last three years.
"Addressing the growing problem of smartphone use whilst driving will require a combination of enforcement and education as well as drivers, passengers, companies and individuals taking more responsibility," commented Neil Greig, IAM RoadSmart Director of Policy and Research.
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"I think it is important we stop Mr. Trump," Kasich said at a press conference here. "He is not my pick for president, and you know I want to have a more positive approach to the solutions of the country."
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Kasich was responding to a question about whether he would consider encouraging his supporters in Florida to vote for Marco Rubio, giving the senator an advantage in his home state and potentially blocking Trump from picking up enough delegates to clinch the nomination.
"Right now, I think they ought to vote for me," he said, before adding that he intends to spend most his time campaigning in Ohio and not the Sunshine State.
In the last few months, Kasich has been hesitant to go after Trump or any of the other candidates head-on, often lamenting the "dirt" and "mud-slinging" in politics and in this election.
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Kasich's comments also came hours before he was set to face off against Trump, Rubio, and Ted Cruz in a Republican presidential debate set in Detroit.
On Wednesday, Kasich openly acknowledged to NBC's Kate Snow that a contested convention is a "real prospect," adding one of his favorite lines: "I can't think of a better place for it than Cleveland. I mean, what would be better than that?"
If he won Ohio, a winner-take-all primary on March 15, a contested convention would be "likely," he said. "I went over numbers tonight. I hadn't even really looked at all the numbers. But I have to win Ohio," he told her.
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Kasich has said that if he does not win Ohio, he will exit the race.
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For several days, Kasich has been voicing frustration with the tone of the campaign and his lack of media coverage as other candidates lodging attacks on one another have dominated news cycle after news cycle. He told reporters that he has "never really gotten to be heard in this country" and "you don't even put me in the stories anymore."
Kasich's press conference fell moments after former Massachusetts governor and 2012 Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney laid out a scathing critique of Trump in Utah, calling the frontrunner a "phony" and a "fraud."
Kasich and Romney spoke on Tuesday, the Ohio governor told Kate Snow, he but wouldn't divulge what they talked about. But Kasich told reporters Thursday, "I already told Mitt, you don't beat Trump by personal attacks." He said he didn't have a chance to watch Romney's speech before meeting the media, however, there was a tweet from John Kasich's Twitter account signed "-John" praising Romney's remarks. Kasich's spokesman clarified that the Ohio governor was briefed broadly on what Romney said.
"I guess he lobbed a lot of criticisms at Mr. Trump, but he also went on to say, 'I would vote for John Kasich in Ohio,' which I appreciate very, very much," Kasich said. "Mitt's a good guy. He's very troubled about the direction of the country and you know, he had some nice things to say and I appreciate it very much."
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Finance jobs include roles with the leading audit and accountancy practices including BDO, Baker Tilly and the Big Four, as well as accounting positions with insurance managers, hedge funds and banks, and opportunities in Advisory, Internal Audit, and Insolvency & Restructuring.
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From a quality of life aspect, the British Virgin Islands very much cater for those who enjoy outdoor activities or water sports.
The Islands represent one of the most relaxed and stunningly beautiful and unspoilt destinations in the world, with genuinely friendly people, the best sailing waters in the Caribbean (it has the largest crewed yacht fleet), horseback riding, mountain trails, lots of tennis courts, and outstanding wreck diving on pristine coral reefs. There are also pubs and restaurants to choose from, especially those catering to tourists.
The British Virgin Islands are located in the Caribbean, 60 miles east or half an hour's flight from Puerto Rico, the regional hub, and adjacent to the US Virgin Islands.
The principal islands are Tortola, Virgin Gorda, Anageda and Jost Van Dyke and in total they cover 59 square miles. Tortola, the largest, is largely rolling hills and beaches with the highest point being Mount Sage, 1,780 feet above sea level. State of the art telecommunications are handled by Cable & Wireless.
Tortola (meaning 'Land of Turtle Doves') is the largest of the Islands. The main point of entry is the airport, which is linked to the capital of Road Town via the single-lane Queen Elizabeth Bridge.
Road Town itself provides a scenic setting with a yacht-filled harbour and a laid-back lifestyle evolved over four centuries by English, Dutch, French and Spanish adventurers. The diverse community offers a wide range of regional and international cuisine in a choice of pastel-painted restaurants, former forts and sugar mills. Shoppers can also find bargains in perfume, jewellery, wine and fine china.
Aside from the other BVI isles, locations such as the US Virgin Islands, Antigua and Puerto Rico are all within easy access of Tortola via ferry or short plane ride, for occasions when you want to explore the region, experience a different environment or simply enjoy some very pleasing retail therapy.
The climate is sub-tropical and the weather is gorgeous. Summer temperatures range from 80 to 90 degrees Fahrenheit (26 to 31 degrees Centigrade); winter from 72 – 82 degrees Fahrenheit (22 – 28 degrees Centigrade. Monthly average rainfall is 100mm.
The total population of the BVI is 28,000 people of whom 23,000 live on Tortola.
British planters took over control of the Islands from the original Dutch settlers in 1666. The BVI accordingly became a colony as part of the Leeward Islands from 1872 until 1956 when they became an independently administered territory.
At the beginning of the last century, the USA acquired what was then the Danish West Indies and re-named them the US Virgin Islands which consists of St Thomas, St John and St Croix. There is a free passage agreement between the US and British Virgin Islands. In 1967 a new constitution in the BVI provided for a ministerial system of government headed by a Chief Minister under overall British control.
Dead Chest, one of the islands comprising the BVI, is where Blackbeard famously marooned fifteen pirates with a bottle of rum, giving rise to the famous song.
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The BVI economy is now one of the most stable and prosperous in the Caribbean. Legislation was enacted in 1984 to facilitate the administration of companies for use in international business. As a result, the International Business Company (IBC) came into its own and to date well over 500,000 IBC companies have been registered.
The Financial Services Commission (FSC) was set up in 1993 to regulate the quickly growing offshore business sector and the FSC has separate departments supervising the banks, trust companies, insurance entities and mutual funds.
In common with other jurisdictions, the BVI has extensive Anti-Money Laundering legislation in place and every trust company must have a compliance officer to ensure that statutory and regulatory requirements are fully met.
Tourism is also a major component of the Islands' economies. Until fairly recently, the BVI managed to safeguard their special charm from the inroads of mass tourism. However, tourism now generates nearly half of national income and there are around 350,000 incoming annual visitors, mainly from the US and Canada.
Famously, the waters of the BVI are the favourite of yachtsmen the world over; and lodgings on the Islands range from beachside cottages to mountain-top villas with private pools. Tourists are definitely discovering the wonders of this ancient archipelago, from sanctuaries for exotic fauna and flora to fabulous beaches and the attractions of first rate diving and fishing.
Payroll tax
Income tax was abolished in the BVI in 2004 and replaced by a lower payroll tax. For employees, the first $10,000 is tax-free with the remaining salary subject to payroll tax at a flat 8%.
The local currency is the US dollar.
Almost anyone is allowed to visit the British Virgin Islands as long as they bring either a passport or some other form of diplomatic document.
Unless you are a Belonger or BVIslander, as citizens are known, you cannot reside in the British Virgin Islands or participate in gainful employment unless you obtain proper approvals from the British Virgin Islands Immigration and Labour Departments.
The British Virgin Islands have strict limitations on importation of foreign labour. A non-Belonger's qualifications and experiences must be proven necessary for the intended position and as well it must be established that no BVIslander is able or available to fill the same job. The government realises that Belongers cannot possibly fill all positions so provided the employer makes an effort to hire or train a BVIslander, a work permit will be granted to a foreign national.
If all this sounds intimidating, don't worry: employers do much of the work for you and keep in mind that the BVI would be hard pressed to function without the help of workers from overseas. The fact is the BVI is a very small country and expats make up most of the professional workforce. This therefore makes long distance applications virtually the norm for many employers.
The application process begins in advance of your arrival in the country. Your intended employer files most work permit applications and, in order to get your application started, they will request information including: country of origin, a copy of your CV, passport details, police record, certificates of medical health (dated within the last 30 days), and personal and professional references. Your employer will also need to supply Immigration with information on your date of arrival in the British Virgin Islands, name of intended employer, salary details and profession. If you are attached/married, potential employers will also want to satisfy themselves that your partner will be successful in finding work.
Application and arrival
No matter what kind of BVI job you do, your average workday in the Islands will be much the same as it is for you now, wherever it is you are, except almost certainly in much more pleasant surroundings.
As long as you are realistic, like many others before you, you'll come to enjoy your life in Tortola and probably never want to leave!
When initial approval is granted, you will be granted a temporary stay pending final approval of your work permit. You are not allowed to work during this temporary period, which can be anywhere from a few days to several weeks.
To complete the process, you will have to get your medical certificates approved and immigration approval, together with payment of associated fees. Some of the larger employers will pay all the fees required (you should check with your employer in advance exactly what will be required of you on arrival).
It is common for employers to provide initial accommodation for employees who come from outside the country. This could be in the form of full room and board, partial payment of rent as part of an employment agreement, or even a room in his/her own house, until something more permanent is found.
Whatever the case, if your living arrangements are made by your employer, chances are you'll either be very close to your new job, or have some form of transportation to and from work set out for you. You will then be expected to find suitable longer-term accommodation after arrival.
Commuting to and from work wherever you are will not be a problem if you live on the same island in which you work. The ferry system is reliable, with regular runs between the three main islands (Tortola, Virgin Gorda and Jost van Dyke) several times a day. If you're on Tortola you'll probably want to live and work in the same area of the Island as well. Taxis abound but, unless you're on a regular scheduled run or take a ride on a full cab already going in your, they can be expensive over time, and you may opt to rent or buy a car for your own use.
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text: 15 Feb Women to battle for 4 Super Final spots By: Tim Hartog National Teams, World League Lewisville, Texas gets to see world-class women's water polo starting Tuesday as all interested non-European countries are playing for four available spots to the FINA World League Super Final in Shanghai (early June) with China already being qualified as home team. This week's hosts and reigning champions USA are considered favourites but will face fierce opposition as fellow major contenders Australia, China and outsiders Canada, Japan and Brazil are present. USA Water Polo will live stream all matches through their Youtube channel. Read more for the link. FINA World League Women's International Tournament Lewisville, Texas (USA) Schedule Day 1 - Tuesday, February 16: 16.40: Australia vs. China 18.00: Brazil vs. USA 19.20: Japan vs. Canada Day 2 - Wednesday, February 17: 16.40: Canada vs. Australia 18.00: Brazil vs. Japan 19.20: USA vs. China Day 3 - Thursday, February 18: 16.40: China vs. Canada 18.00: Japan vs. USA 19.20: Australia vs. Brazil Day 4 - Friday, February 19: 16.40: Brazil vs. China 18.00: Japan vs. Australia 19.20: USA vs. Canada Day 5, Saturday, February 20: 16.40: China vs. Japan 18.00: Brazil vs. Canada 19.20: Australia vs. USA Day 6, Sunday February 21: 10.00: 5th/6th place 11.20: 3rd/4th place 12.40: 1st/2nd place N.b.: time mentioned is local time. Top 4 placed teams (ex. China) advance to FINA World League Super Final (June 7-12, Shanghai, China). All matches streamed live. Click here for live stream.


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Applications for The Coffee Music Project NYC 2016 now open
After the success of The Coffee Music Project NYC 2015, the competition will be returning to New York for a second year in September 2016.
36 contestants will be selected to go through to the preliminary rounds, which will take place at Pianos NYC on September 11, 12 and 13, 2016.
3 contestants from each of the preliminary rounds will be selected to go through to the finals. All 9 finalists will perform at The New York Coffee Festival from September 16-18, 2016 before competing in the finals at the notorious Webster Hall on September 20, 2016.
Proceeds from the live rounds directly support Project Waterfall, a charity initiative to deliver clean water and sanitation to coffee growing communities.
The Competition
The Coffee Music Project is a high profile music competition showcasing the creativity and talents of emerging musicians while engaging a deep spirit of community among those who share a passion for great music and coffee culture. New York City is notorious for the great coffee culture and a wealth of incredible up and coming musicians and we couldn't be more excited to bring the Coffee Music Project to the Big Apple for a second year running.
Artists at all levels can submit two YouTube videos of performances, which the judges will assess. The top 36 contestants will be chosen to perform during the competition and required to submit an original song with some relation to coffee or a coffee shop experience.
The winner of the competition will receive $1,000 cash, a trip to London to perform at The London Coffee Festival 2017 and The Coffee Music Project London 2017, and a professional recording session. All eight finalists will also receive guaranteed slots to perform at The New York Coffee Festival, along with having one song featured on The Coffee Music Project NYC 2015 album.
The Cause
The Coffee Music Project supports Project Waterfall, which is committed to bringing clean water and sanitation to the communities which grow our coffee. All profits from the live shows will directly support this valuable cause.
How to Enter
Applications are now open and artists can fill out the application form here.
Key Dates
August 14, 2016: Deadline for applications at 23:00 EST
August 22, 2016: Top 36 contestants will be announced
September 4, 2016: Deadline for selected artists to submit their coffee song
September 11, 12 and 13, 2016: Qualifying round performances, Pianos NYC
September 20, 2016: The Coffee Music Project Finals, Webster Hall


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One day as I was roaming around the web I stumbled upon an abbreviation or short cut for a word that I know I knew, but I just was drawing a total blank. Then I got to thinkingI that there had to be other people out there that hit a speed bump ever now and then(like someone new to crafting)
In that spirit this page was created. Some items in this list may seem obvious. However, I figure everyone has an(UHHH)kind of day sometimes. Readers who follow or have even looked at my blog occasionally(or even more often would be AWESOME!!!!….lol)will know I have more than my share of these kind of days. I hope someone, somewhere will finds this information helpful.
AA—Art Anthology
CTMH—Close to My Heart
EH—Ellen Hutson
ECD—Elizabeth Craft Design
HFC—Heartfelt Creations
IO–Impression Obsession
JFF-Just For Fun
MCT—My Creative Time
MFT—My Favorite Things
N&T—Neat & Tangled
OCC—Online Card Classes
SSS—Simon Says Stamp
SU—Stampin' Up
TH—Tim Holtz
WP9—W Plus 9


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REPOSTED Upcoming Off Topic Stuff/
This entry kept getting viewed by a weird spammers who would try to post spam comments so I'm changing the URL and reposting it to see what happens...
I'm leading/organizing a few things in and around NYC that are open to anyone interested, so I thought I'd post them here.
This Saturday (8/30) I'm co-leading the last open kayak paddle of the season at the Sebago Canoe Club on Jamaica Bay here in Brooklyn. I'm also organizing a Delaware river paddling trip for NOLS (National Outdoor Leadership School) grads from NYC Sunday (8/31) morning. Space permitting, interested non-NOLS grads are welcome to join us.
Next Saturday and Sunday (9/6-7), through the NYC Skeptics, I've organized trips to the NY Renaissance Faire and also to the NY Hall of Science to see the Science of Illusion exhibit. See the NYC Skeptics event calendar for details. (Well, at least that last event is somewhat on topic.)


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Deaf Tend Your: Mouth Morphemes in ASL
Deaf Tend Your: Mouth Morphemes in ASL
Mouth Morphemes in ASL
This book and the embedded videos (or accompanied DVD) are designed to provide information about the non-manual aspects of ASL: what to do with your mouth when signing ASL! The book is packed with information and the video features Dr. Byron Bridges demonstrating appropriate mouthing. A MUST for interpreters and ASL students!
48 mouth morphemes are demonstrated and include examples, general overview on non manual signals.
This book is a reprint and republishing of the original 1996 book "Deaf Tend Your" from the same authors. However, it has been reformatted for the iPad. Also the ASL mouth morpheme videos have been completely re-filmed in HD with the addition of a Deaf native female model Mickie Burton.
Deaf Tend Your is a must-have guide to mouth morphemes in American Sign Language from a native perspective, fueled by research. The book is packed with information, and contains descriptions of 48 different mouth morphemes, while the accompanying embedded videos show them in action.
Co-Authored by: Dr. Byron Bridges
Dr. Byron Bridges was born Deaf to Deaf parents and grew up with a Deaf sister. ASL is his primary language throughout his entire life. He attended both deaf and public schools. Dr. Bridges earned his Bachelor's of Arts degree in Deaf Studies at California State University of Northridge, a Masters of Arts (MA) degree in Linguistics from Gallaudet University and a doctoral degree (Ed.D) in Deaf Studies and Deaf Education at Lamar University. Dr. Bridges co-authored the book, Deaf Tend Yours. He has written video scripts and produced numerous deaf-related videotapes/DVDs. He is a nationally known teacher and lecturer in ASL and sign Language interpretation. Bridges has been in the field of ASL linguistics, interpreting and post secondary teaching of ASL as a second language for 30 years. He is a Certified Deaf Interpreter (CDI), earning the certification through the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf.
Co-Authored by: Dr. Melanie Metzger
Melanie Metzger is a professor in the Interpretation Department at Gallaudet University. She is an interpreter practitioner, an interpreter educator, and her research focuses on sociolinguistic examinations of interpreted interaction. Her publications include, Sign Language Interpreting: Deconstructing the Myth of Neutrality, as well as journal articles such as Salient Studies of Signed Language Interpretation (published in English and Portuguese), and edited volumes including Translation, Sociolinguistic, and Consumer Issues in Interpretation, co-edited with Earl Fleetwood. She also serves as co-editor of the series Studies in Interpretation published by Gallaudet University Press, where she aims to provide a forum for scholars of interpretation. Dr. Metzger's research interests focus on discourse analyses of ASL and English, with a focus on constructed action and dialogue and non-manual signals, as well as on interpreted interaction, with a focus on interpreter-generated contributions. Dr. Metzger has co-authored the BAI curriculum and MAI revised curriculum at Gallaudet, and has served as primary author on the PhD in Interpretation designed by the faculty in the Department of Interpretation. Her areas of interest in interpreting practice include interpreting with Deaf youth in educational settings, as well as medical and performing arts interpreting. She has traveled extensively in the US and abroad, presenting workshops, seminars, and conferences presentations related to her research and practice.


text: One of the things that was most difficult when I was starting out was finding an organized list of the "tools" in my researcher's toolbox. Here is my answer to that. The list below contains my favorite methods. Click on any one to check out the associated resources I've found most helpful on that subject. If you're trying to decide when to use which method, here's an article I LOVE.


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The Old Town (El Centro Historico) used to be a bit of a no-go zone, but in recent years it has been transformed and is now one of the main tourist draws in Ecuador. If you have little ones you still have to keep them on a short leash, but there is lots to do and at least one trip is a must.
You can go to the Compania de Jesus pay a little extra to go and have a look at the roof. The kids can climb and the views are good. All the photos in this section were taken in Summer 2014 on a family holiday.
Then get tickets for the Presidential palace although it's a bit of propaganda tour it's the first time it has been opened to the public and the queue is mostly Ecuadorian, but beware the lines to get in.
You can also hang out in La Plaza Grande, which does what it says on the tin. Of course this is not the place to lose your kids so keep them in sight, but in general these days the "Centro Historico" as it is known is pretty safe.
These next photos were taken when Tommy was a baby and Mom and Ken my step-dad came to see us for a month or so. This was Ken's only visit before he passed away so it will always have special memories for us.
I remember how surprised both Mom and Ken were at just how much they enjoyed Ecuador and it's no surprise that it has become one of the world hots spots for people to retire to, for its climate, beauty and friendly people.
Oh, and it took ages to get Ken to wear his Panama hat, but once he did he never took it off.
One thing that Mom and Ken missed was the re-furbished part of the old town called La Ronda, which is a must visit, especially if you have slightly older kids. In this newly renovated part of the Old Town there are some street performers. chances to buy souvenirs, traditional food and music. Try going along in the evening for the real action and again there are police around so it is safe.
Also in the old town it's good to try some of the old style traditional business that are still on the go there. There are barbers like this one in the Plaza Grande, where Tommy (and various Ecuadorian presidents) got their hair cut. Or there are restaurants like the one below that serve 'comida tipica' like 'empanadas de viento'.
There is also a ride up the Teleferico or cable car, that is a winner for kids, don't forget to take a pullover and once you get to the top you can walk around and get breathless (it's seriously high up) or go for a horse ride.
North Quito
North Quito, "El Norte" is where I lived when I first came to Ecuador in '99 and it has plenty of reasons to go back, for adults and families.
One of our favourite spots in the north is the Hotel Quito, it's a great one for Sunday brunch, and then you can roll down the hill to Guapulo for a look around and a drink.
The hotel may not be flashest in town but it has the best view and is a real institution, as seen by this bullfighter dropping by after a fight.
The staff are also old school and have been there forever, like this lady, who as well as waiting on tables, gives free baby health tips.
Over the years we have been to Sunday brunch with just about everyone in the family and it has never let us down 🙂
After lunch we would sometimes head over to the Mariscal area of the city and go for a stroll in the El Ejido park. This park has market stalls, paintings and often has buskers.
On this particular day there was dance-off going on complete with full band and judges. The only spare seat for Ken to park on was next to the judges, and so the legend of the Gringo dance judge was born….
The painting for sale along the side of the park tend towards the bloody horrible, but there are some exceptions and if you want to pick up a Guayasamin copy (Quito's most famous artistic son) then this is the place.
Of course you can wander around the North of Quito on any given day and see street life happening, perhaps an office part packed onto a Chiva or some of the highland indigenous people coming into town looking for money, something that fortunately you see less of in the newly prosperous Quito.
The North is where you will find even more shopping like the handicrafts market in the Mariscal, or one of the places on Rio Amazonas and around, although if you want something more upmarket (and worth the extra IMHO) you can try one of Olga Fisch stores, either the one featured in the Lonely Planet or the newer store in Quicentro Shopping.
You can also go to the same mall for a whole host of sanitised overpriced imports that you will find in any other posh mall anywhere else in the world, or for the cinema, ice skating or sushi. Either here or El Jardin Mall, I always get confused about which has which, they are pretty much interchangeable…. Oh, I'm also forgetting the CCI mall which can be combined with a trip to the Parque La Carolina, if you're stuck for something to do with or without little ones, just don't wander into the park at night if you value your wallet. Still it has been cleaned up a bit in recent years and is a good place to kick a ball or people watch. If you want a more ambitious park trip there's also the Parque Metropolitano, which is big enough to get lost in or go for a bike ride.
My favourite barrio in Quito is Guapulo, although I must admit it's not always the best for kids as it the cars coming down the hill get right on top of you.
The square in the photo is a good spot to have a run around though, followed by a walk back up the hill and a drink at the Cafe Guapulo, a venerable bohemian hangout with live music, food and drink.
Around Quito
Pasochoa is an extinct volcano about an hour or so from Quito, and is must do day trip if you have a family.
We went again with Mom, Ken and Tommy and I don't think we have been back since, it's definitely on the 'to do' list for next time.
You can start with playing with the llamas near the visitor's centre, before going on to choose one of the signposted routes to walk, which are easy enough to do with kids, are well signposted and have labels on some of the plants.
You can see from the pictures that it's a nice drive as well so there's no excuse, it's one of my faves.
Papallacta is famous for its hot springs and is a typical day trip destination for Ecuadorian families. You can stay overnight or pay a day pass in one of the spas like Termas de Papallacta. To be honest the pools are more for soaking in than having kiddy fun, but you are surrounded by mountains and as part of a day out it can be fun, just don't expect a water park!
You can also combine your visit to a stop at a trout farm for a catch your own lunch and run around outside. When we last did this Lorena was pregnant with Danny so prices might have gone up a bit but if I remember it was great value for money as well as it's geared to locals more than overseas tourists.
El Quinche and Guallabamba
El Quinche is a big pilgrimage spot outside Quito. You can hop on a bus and have a look at the BIG church are soak up the atmosphere for a couple of hours. It's worth checking out when the pilgrimage itself takes place.
Then it's off to the Guallabamba zoo, your own wheels would be useful here as the zoo is a bit out of the way, but you might be able to use a combination of bus and 'camionetas' if you're feeling adventurous. The zoo itself is small but well maintained and does good conservation work.
Puembo is another pleasant valley town just outside Quito, where you can go for an ice cream in the town square, or like we used to do get a day pass at the Rincon de Puembo and eat and swim to your heart's content.
Cumbaya y Tumbaco
These two areas are well the well-heeled of Quito live, so both towns are a bit like a California suburb in places. Both are a 30 minute bus ride for the North of Quito and as they are down the mountain are warmer than Quito itself.
Once there you can hit one the several malls or cinemas, or try bowling. For a more Ecuadorian feel, the town squares of both areas are more traditional and busy at the weekends, especially Tumbaco, which is jumping with shops.
A Train Ride
There are various options now in Ecuador on the revitalized rail lines for tourists. We took a day train to Cotopaxi with a stop at a Hacienda and some typical dancing. We did everything in a big group, which I struggled with. And did I mention it was expensive? Still it was a nice day out the city…
Las Fiestas de Nayon are an undoubted highlight of Lorena's home town. If you're in Quito in July check them out. They still have a strong indigenous flavour and it's a 'real' experience. It can get packed and thousands turn out for the biggest bits.
There's plenty for the kids along the lines of beat up old table footballs (pricey at 50C a pop I think) and watching the madness unfold. There's food, music, dancing, drinking fireworks, orange throwing and a fun fair, what's not to like.
During the day there's also bull fighting with a difference to be enjoyed, the difference being that the idea is for brave/young/drunk/daft young men to get in the ring and taunt the bulls then run away before they get speared, with varying degrees of success. The only way the bulls get hurt is if they die laughing…
You can go down in the day with the hangover crowd to this, or at night when it really kicks off. If you do have small kids be prepared to have your eyes open as they can easily get lost.
You can of course visit Nayon outside of the Fiestas. On any given Sunday the place is busy with people coming down for a "fritada" or "yaguarlocro" or to buy a few plants. Like all other small towns in Ecuador Sunday afternoon is given over to football and basketball and beer and food are also served at the town stadium.
Another day another volcano. Again an easy day trip from Quito and one that we have lots of time over the course of the boys lives, since Tommy was a baby like in the photos below to last Summer.
The volcano itself is the main attraction of the trip, get there just before midday to see the clouds rolling dramatically (and really quickly) over the crater.
You can also take a drive into the crater itself (although the road is a bit precarious), and go for a meal at the restaurant and soak up the peace and quiet and slightly surreal feeling of driving around a crater.
The first time we went to Pululahua there were a few stalls selling the usual tourist fair, and you could rent a donkey to go into the crater.
Now you can still by the tourist goodies but in a mini mall on the edge of the crater, and you can go for food in one of the restaurants if you can find a seat with all the tourist coaches.
Also on site now is the Templo del Sol, a museum/temple/art space cafe which is also well worth a visit to see the world's fastest painter in action.
Mitad del Mundo
Just a ten minute drive away from Pululahua you will find one of Ecuador's better know tourist attraction the Mitad del Mundo. The entire site is based on its location in the middle of the world, except that it's not, it's off. Still if you want buy some handicrafts and eat slightly overpriced traditional food then you've come to right place.
On the other hand you can get a tour to the 'real' Mitad del Mundo, which is located 5 minute car drive away. We did with a guide we found at the commercial site, he took us to a bare hillside with some very bare archaeological remains, where his GPS read lots of zeros. Our guide explained the possible theories behind the site and its importance to the Incas as part of a giant astrological clock. And you know what, despite being a pile of orcks and not much else it was an infinitely more rewarding trip than the supremely tacky Mitad del Mundo site.
We've had loads of good times here with our close friends Molly and Efrain, who have an incredible place there 🙂 . This cloud forest town is around 90 minutes from Quito, and is a bird watchers' mecca as well.
If you don't fancy zipping over the trees then go to the Butterfly Farm, you can have a walk around and marvel at some really big butterflies as well as learn about their stages of development. Warning not suitable for those with a butterfly phobia!
Mindo town is full of places to organise rafting, biking and birdwatching and if you drive a short way out of town there are trails to go for pleasant and not-too-taxing walks.
We have been back to Mindo I don't know how many times, from before to the kids were born to Tommy as a baby to when both boys were older and it never disappoints.
You do need to be careful if you are travelling on a busy holiday weekend as you will find the town outside packed with locals, unless of course you head for one of the outlying spots like Casa Divina.
As well as seeing Toucans and other birds in the lodge itself, you can arrange with Ephra to get an early start and go and see the cock on the rock and some serious hummingbird action. It costs a bit and there's a drive as well as the early start, but even as a none bird watcher it's one of the National Geographic moments that visiting Ecuador is all about.
2018 Update
Nayon and Quito
I don't have much to add that I haven't already said about Nayon and Quito. It was good for the kids to get to go to the Fiestas de Nayon, but these have definitely become a victim of their own success and in the process have lost a lot of their community feel.
We didn't do much family stuff in Quito, we managed a Charango buying trip to the Centro Historico which resulted in a great restaurant find and we checked a free festival that was pretty meh. BUT on that point, it's worth saying that the pretty average indie bands etc on display wouldn't even have existed in Ecuador 10 years ago, so it's onwards and upwards I reckon.
Another spot we've been to quite a lot over the years in Papallacta a volcanic hot springs about 90 minutes outside of Quito on the jungle side. I do recommend a trip to Termos de Papallacta, for a soak and well, a soak.
We rented a mini-bus for the day and went en masse in true Latino style, and a good day was had by all, including the scenic drive down through some serious mountain action.
The water goes from freezing to scalding hot and of course it's about going between the extremes. You also strangely work up a huge appetite doing this and you can go for some trout outside the Termas if you don't want to pay Gringo prices.
The other strange thing is the next day we all felt completely exhausted, in a good way. I mean I'm not one to go for therapies of any sort, but there is most definitely something in the water.


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Tips For Avoiding Sea Sickness When Snorkeling In Maui
One of the biggest questions we get from passengers is how to avoid getting sea sick. Going snorkeling in Maui or enjoying a Maui sunset sail can be one of the most memorable moments of your vacation, but you want to make sure that it isn't a memory of feeling nauseous and hanging on the rail.
On many of our sails the water is relatively smooth and the catamarans cut through the ocean. For an example of a typical sail off of Lana'i, watch the video below.
On other days the wind can be a little bit stronger and the sea can be a little more jumbled. Though the majority of our sails feature calm seas and glassy waters, there can sometimes be days which look a little like this:
To help keep you fresh and with a settled stomach, here are some tips on how to avoid seasickness when sailing in Maui.
What Causes Sea Sickness?
The first step towards preventing sea sickness is understanding what causes it. While some passengers are more susceptible than others, sea sickness is caused by problems with the equilibrium and sensors in the inner ear. In layman's terms, it's essentially caused when what you're seeing is different than what you're feeling.
So What Can I Do To Avoid Feeling Sick?
Don't worry, there are multiple measures for avoiding sea sickness if you're concerned about not feeling well on the water. Unfortunately, once the symptoms of sea sickness have set in there is little you can do to cure it, so it's important to be proactive and take preventative measures to ensure you stay healthy throughout the day. Here are some of the basics.
1. Avoid Going Below Deck
This is perhaps the most important rule of not feeling sea sick while sailing. Since the nausea is caused by a disconnect in what you're seeing and what you're body is feeling, going below deck means that you're feeling the movement but your eyes don't know where you're going. Instead, a better option is to stay above deck and feel the refreshing breeze on your face. The worst place you can go on a boat when feeling sea sick is down below in the head! This is known as the "Room of Doom" to anyone who is already feeling sea sick, and going in the head will only amplify any effects of nausea. If you do feel the urge to sit below deck (perhaps to escape the sun), be sure to look out from one of the windows and focus your attention outside. This leads us to our second point which is to...
2. Keep Your Eyes On The Horizon
Remember, sea sickness is caused by a difference in what you see and the motions that your body is feeling, so by keeping your eyes on the horizon you are ensuring that they are both in line. During whale season in Maui, this works out perfectly for scanning the horizon for the spouts and splashes of whales.
3. Sit Towards The Back Of The Boat
On wide, stable catamarans such as those in the Trilogy fleet, the bow of the boat (the front, pointy end) will be a little more "bouncy" than the stable area at the stern (the back of the boat). If you're concerned about feeling sea sick when sailing in Maui, the seat next to the Captain is the best place to be to ensure the smoothest conditions (although you'll have to endure the Captain's bad jokes...)
4. Stay Hydrated
Drinking water and staying hydrated is important is staving off sea sickness. If you think you're allergic to the motion of the ocean and are concerned about feeling ill, also avoid drinks which are known to dehydrate you such as coffee, tea, or alcohol.
5. Take Preventative Action With Medicine or Ginger Pills
On all of Trilogy's sailing tours in Maui we offer complimentary remedies to combat sea sickness. For the all-natural route, ginger pills and ginger candy have been proven to counteract the nausea and symptoms of sea sickness. Ginger has actually long been used as a Chinese cure for morning sickness, and since it's an all-natural remedy there aren't as many side effects as are found with modern medicine. (*Ginger shouldn't be taken by anyone on a blood thinner, and since Trilogy staff aren't licensed medical professionals, anyone taking remedies should read the back of the box/label before choosing to use the remedy).
While ginger is an effective all-natural route, those who prefer the potency of medicine should look into taking preventative medication. Trilogy offers Dramamine free of charge for anyone concerned about sea sickness, and other brands such as Bonine and Marazine are also effective remedies.
6. Lie Down With Your Head Facing The Bow
If the effects of sea sickness are starting to creep in, and your stomach is feeling a bit queasy, lying down with your head facing the bow can help with your motion receptors. Closing your eyes is also a big help, and by facing the bow you make sure your body is subject to the same movement as the boat.
7. Arch Your Back, Chin Up, And Shoot For Distance!!
If it feels like you're going to lose the battle and the sea sickness is going to win out, sometimes the only way to start feeling better is to temporarily feel a bit worse. Vomiting is an unfortunate side effect of moderate to severe sea sickness, and if it seems that it's reaching "the point of no return" the best thing to do is head to the downwind rail and shoot for the distant horizon! Our understanding crew members will be more than happy to get you all cleaned up, although by following all of the points outlined above it should rarely come to that point.
Have any questions about sea sickness while sailing or have any tips of your own? Leave us a note in the comments below and we'd love to hear what you think!
[Photo Credits: richardobeirne on Flickr, MadebyMark on Flickr]