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'I didn't want another one of me': Katie Price steps out with her protege Amy… who looks just like her
Katie Price says that when she started her reality series she did not wish to find 'just another one of me.'
Despite appearances, when the glamour model and the winner of Signed by Katie Price, Amy Willerton, filmed an interview on This Morning today, she insisted: 'We are so not alike. Thank God! We are not the
same at all. Even the way we dress, but I say "You're your own person
and you wear what you like".'
The 33-year-old could have had audiences fooled, as the mentor and her protege sat side by side with mirror-image hairstyles of tumbling bouffant curls and over-the-top heavy eye make-up.
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Attack of the clones: Katie Price and the winner of her reality show Amy Willerton attend a photocall today in London
Katie then went on to seemingly contradict herself, recalling: 'But when we met her she dressed like a
proper old lady and I'm like, "You've just not got to dress like that!"'
Amy, 19, added: 'I was told to burn my flowery dresses straight away!'
In October, the model posed for a picture in riding jodhpurs, a denim shirt and knee-high boots – a far cry from the glamourpuss who appeared on This Morning.
'We are SO not alike!': Katie insists she wasn't looking for 'just another one of me'… but after a makeover that's just what Amy is
Amy, from Bristol, wore a short black dress, a fur coat and platform heels as she left the ITV studios with Price.
The duo appeared today at a photocall to announce Amy's official signing to her mentor's model agency.
They wore matching black catsuits with plunging necklines and fishnet panels, and bright and red orange heels.
'You're your own person': During an appearance on This Morning, the 33-year-old said she wants Amy to be an individual, and look how she wants to look
Quizzed by Phillip Schofield and Ruth Langsford on why she chose Amy, Price said: 'She stood out a lot and for nineteen she's really mature for her age and even if you've got a product, I can put her anywhere and she can just talk.
'She's got the look, the body,' Katie added. 'I mean, some people have got mixed views on Amy and I think when you first meet Amy, a lot of people are like "she's fake and she's this and that", but I think when she's nervous she talks a lot but she's really not like that.'
Of her abrupt personality, Amy said: 'I just like to get it right and when I do my work I want it to be exactly how I want it and when you're creating your own brand you have to stick with what you want to do and what you want to be otherwise you'll end up like somebody else.'
So much for individuality: But Katie also revealed that she told Amy she couldn't dress like a 'proper old lady'
Makeover: The 19-year-old says she was told to 'burn my flowery dresses straight away'
Price, who has just returned from a holiday in Miami, insisted that she is not stepping back from the spotlight herself. 'I'm mentoring Amy, she's with my company Black Sheep Management, and obviously I want people to know that I've not got into management and not doing my career – because there's still lots more that I'm doing!' she said.
'I've not finished with myself… but I'm in a great position that I can mentor someone with my expertise because I know the tricks of the trade, and I can now pass them on to Amy.'
'I've still got my underwear, my perfume,
everything… there's no way, I'm anywhere near retiring. I've got my
deal in America so I'm off there in a middle of the year.'
Mini-me: Katie insists that despite mentoring Amy, she is not stepping out of the spotlight herself
'She's contracted [with me], but if she wants to go, she can go, but I don't think she wants to go anywhere! That's important for anyone out there actually, when they go to agencies, you always find agencies that just want to sign them up, its like you shouldn't have that worry, its nice to have that confidence anyway.'
And the pair have big plans in store. Amy revealed: 'I'm going to Paris at the weekend, for Paris Fashion Week – we've got so much planned, a completely different angle and there is so much surprise coming because everyone thinks I'm going to be copying Kate.'
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In this activity, students use gps units, podcasts on iPads or iPods, and QR codes to learn about Jamestown. by Tina Coffey 1. Download Podcasts videos to at least 6 iPod Touches/iPads from iTunes. You can find them here: Historyisfun.org Podcasts. You'll need the following videos: The Voyage John Smith Powhatan/Pocahontas Hardships Representative Government Women Slavery (I used this one as a practice example) 2. Hide 6 Caches with the following labels on each cache: Jamestown Cache... » Read more
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Growing up in Kentucky I was surrounded by family who made the local favorite, Transparent Pie. It's a regional dessert, so if you live in any other area of the country, you probably have never heard of it. It has been handed down over the years, and is considered a part of 'Food Folklore'. If the recipe is baked into a pie crust it's called Transparent Pie; if baked in smaller tart shells, they are called transparent puddings. I've heard this pie being compared to a Sugar Pie or Treacle Tart.
Being made mainly of sugar and eggs, cream and butter, it was a dessert that mother's could make when nuts and fruit were not available. WARNING: It is very sweet...delicious, but sweet.
Mix butter and sugar until smooth. Add remaining ingredients and mix thoroughly, leaving no lumps.
Pour into pie shells and bake at 350° F. for about 40 minutes or until set.
Watch carefully...don't let it burn.
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Tea Party GOPers Think Years-Old Net Neutrality Debate Is About Persecuting Tea Party
At last night's Tea Party town hall at the National Press Club, Sen. Mike Lee (R-UT) joined flamethrowing Reps. Allen West (R-FL) and Steve King (R-IA) in distorting the net neutrality debate. While in reality the FCC is seeking to protect consumers from censorship and price discrimination at the hands of corporations like AT&T, West, King and Lee smell tyranny and oppression.
"I think it's very interesting that back in the 2008 election cycle that President Obama and of course the Democrats used social media and the internet very well to their advantage to win the election," West said. "And now all of a sudden when they see that on the conservative side we are able to do the exact same thing and learn that lesson, now they wanna shut it down."
King took that ball and ran with it, likening President Obama's FCC to Egyptian dictator Hosni Mubarak. "Mubarak did control the internet in Egypt," King said, "and I surely don't wanna have anybody in government controlling the internet or being able to shut it off." Sen. Mike Lee (R-UT) agreed that the internet "is what powers our movement," and hollered that "they want to shut it down, and if they try, we will shut them down!"
That's a compelling story of conservative activists victimized by their own government, but it's just a story; net neutrality was a topic of debate long before angry crowds filled town squares to scream about their (historically low) tax rates. And while Lee is correct that Americans can "ferret out truth" on the internet, the point of net neutrality is to guarantee free and open access to the whole internet and end the corporate censorship of political content that gave rise to the neutrality movement in the first place.
But those same telecom giants helped bankroll a variety of Tea Party candidates last year — AT&T alone gave at least $350,000 to members of the House Tea Party Caucus during the midterm elections. In light of that corporate sponsorship, it makes perfect sense that West, King and Lee are so eager to mislead and inflame their supporters.


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Side Effects of HIV Medicines
HIV and Osteoporosis
Last Reviewed: August 14, 2018
Key Points
- Osteoporosis is a disease that causes bones to become weak and easy to break. Osteoporosis increases the risk of fractures of the hip, spine, and wrist.
- The risk of osteoporosis increases with age. Anyone can get osteoporosis, but it's most common in older women.
- Factors that may increase the risk of osteoporosis in people living with HIV include HIV infection itself and some HIV medicines. Also, HIV medicines are helping people with HIV live longer, and advancing age increases the risk of osteoporosis.
- Other risk factors for osteoporosis include a poor diet, physical inactivity, and smoking. These risk factors can be managed by lifestyle changes. For example, eating a healthy diet that includes foods rich in calcium and vitamin D and doing weight-bearing exercises can make bones stronger and help slow the rate of bone loss.
What is osteoporosis?
The human body is made up of more than 200 bones, from the skull to the bones of the toes. We depend on bones to hold us up, help us move, and protect our internal organs, such as the heart, liver, and brain. Osteoporosis is a disease that causes bones to become weak and easy to break. Osteoporosis increases the risk of fractures of the hip, spine, and wrist.
The risk of osteoporosis increases with age. Anyone can get osteoporosis, but it's most common in older women.
Are people with HIV at risk of osteoporosis?
Yes. Experts are not sure why, but bone loss occurs faster in people living with HIV than in people without HIV. Factors that increase the rate of bone loss in people with HIV may include:
- HIV infection itself.
- Some HIV medicines.
- Taking other medicines for a long time (for example, steroids or antacids).
- Older age. HIV medicines are helping people with HIV live longer, and advancing age increases the risk of osteoporosis.
What are other risk factors for osteoporosis?
There are many risk factors for osteoporosis. Some risk factors, such as HIV infection, can't be changed. Other risk factors, such as a poor diet or lack of exercise, can be managed with lifestyle choices.
Risk factors for osteoporosis that can't be changed include:
- Age: The risk of osteoporosis increases as people get older and the bones become thinner and weaker.
- Gender: Compared with men, women have smaller bones, and after menopause, women lose bone more rapidly than men do.
- Race/ethnicity: The risk of osteoporosis is greatest for white and Asian women. However, even though African-American women and Hispanic women tend to have higher bone density than white women, they are still at risk for osteoporosis. Factors that increase the risk of osteoporosis in African-American women include a low-calcium diet, intolerance to lactose (the main sugar in milk), and certain diseases that are more common in African Americans (such as lupus).
- Family history: Reduced bone mass tends to run in families.
The following risk factors for osteoporosis can be controlled by lifestyle choices:
- Poor diet: A diet low in calcium and vitamin D increases the risk of osteoporosis.
- Physical inactivity: Bones become stronger with exercise, so physical inactivity increases the risk of osteoporosis.
- Smoking: Smoking is bad for the bones.
- Drinking: Too much alcohol can cause bone loss and broken bones.
How does osteoporosis develop?
To maintain healthy bones, our body constantly replaces old bone tissue with new bone tissue. Up to about age 30, bone tissue is replaced faster than it is lost. But beyond age 30, the reverse can happen: more bone is broken down than is replaced.
Osteoporosis develops when bone loss is so great that bones can break easily.
There is no cure for osteoporosis. However, once the disease develops, there are medicines that can slow down bone loss or increase bone formation.
What are the symptoms of osteoporosis?
Osteoporosis is often called a silent disease because bone loss occurs without symptoms. The first sign of osteoporosis is often a broken bone.
A bone mineral density test is used to measure bone strength and diagnose osteoporosis. The test is quick, safe, painless, and requires no preparation. The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommends all women above the age of 65 have a bone mineral density test to screen for osteoporosis. Women who are younger than 65 and are at high risk for fractures should also have a bone mineral density test.
People with HIV may wish to discuss bone mineral density testing with their health care providers.
What are steps to take to prevent osteoporosis?
Preventing osteoporosis means making lifestyle choices to reduce the risk of the disease.
- Eat a healthy diet rich in calcium and vitamin D. Foods high in calcium include dairy products, such as milk, yogurt, and cheese. Other foods high in calcium include dark green leafy vegetables (such as collard greens, bok choy, and kale), broccoli, sardines, tofu, and almonds. Milk is fortified with vitamin D. Certain fish and mushrooms are also high in vitamin D. If needed, heath care providers can offer guidance on taking calcium and vitamin D supplements.
- Stay active. Weight-bearing exercises, such as walking, jogging, and dancing, can make bones stronger and help slow the rate of bone loss.
- Don't smoke.
- Cut down on alcohol. Drinking too much can lead to bone loss and increase the risk of fractures due to both bone loss and falling. If you drink alcohol, drink in moderation—up to one drink a day for women and up to two drinks a day for men.
This fact sheet is based on information from the following sources:
- From the National Institutes of Health Osteoporosis and Related Bone Diseases National Resource Center:
- From the Department of Health and Human Services and the Department of Agriculture: Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2015-2020
- From the Department of Health and Human Services: Guidelines for the Use of Antiretroviral Agents in Adults and Adolescents Living with HIV: Adverse Effects of Antiretroviral Agents
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Some types of spider silk are stronger than Kevlar®, the material used to make bulletproof vests. The Darwin's bark spider is able to produce silk that is twice the strength of any other spider silk and more than 10 times stronger than Kevlar®. In addition to being tougher than the bulletproof vest material, spider silk is extremely durable and is estimated to be able to withstand stretching to 40% more than its original length without breaking. Spider silk is strong enough and flexible enough that it could be used for a variety of applications, such as space suits or artificial blood vessels.
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A contemporary addition to your core wardrobe, the Napapijri Aerons hood quilted jacket effortlessly combines versatility and practicality with style. The ultra-lightweight casual jacket is constructed from state-of-the-art water repellent fabric filled with Thermo-Fibre, a revolutionary padding providing uncompromising warmth. Featuring a toggle adjustable hood, two front zip pockets and an inner welt pocket the casual jacket is finished off by a playful contrasting trim to the zip, cuffs and hem. Team the lightweight jacket by premium menswear brand Napapijri with casual separates for a statement off-duty aesthetic. Outer: 100% polyamide. Lining: 100% polyester. Sleeve lining: 100% polyamide. Machine wash separately. Toggle adjustable hood. Two front zip fasten pockets. Elasticated cuffs. Contrast-colour lining. Inner welt pocket with Velcro® closure. Adjustable bottom hem. Thermo-Fibre padding. Quilted design. Water-repellent finish. Colour: blue


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Actually, International Bacon Day is held the Saturday before labor day. In the case of our friend 2009, that means we get to celebrate on September 5th this year.
Sadly, I don't think that Congress has officially designated International Bacon Day as a bank holiday yet (They're too busy arguing about healthcare for all the U.S. Americans and the Iraq.) But since we get Labor Day off, I think it's totally within our right to claim Labor Day as an extention of Internation Bacon Day. Let's make it real by going out there and making it real.
Write a letter to your Congressional Rep (please don't) and scream out for the National acceptance of bacon! Better yet, go to your local grocer and stimulate the heck out of their bacon fridge (by buying all their bacon.)
Or, just go to http://internationalbaconday.blogspot.com/ and buy an International Bacon Day T-shirt like this:
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Southern Lights Bistro quietly celebrates 20 years
July 22 will be the twentieth anniversary of Southern Lights Bistro, the little beige restaurant on the corner of Friendly and Smyres Place whose name has nothing to do with the interior lighting and home decorating shop that sits next to it.
Co-owners Peter Hamilton and John B. Drees had planned to keep the anniversary quiet. Drees, who says the restaurant makes a healthy living on a few thousand local customers, claims the bistro is the city's best-kept secret. But here at YES! Weekly, of course, we like to shout things from the rooftops, so we're announcing it to all of you.
If you haven't ventured into the simple building with the fading sign then you're in for a treat. Inside, fine artwork hangs along walls peering out on the simple tables and chairs and giving an elegant look and feel to the place. Currently, paintings by Lori Key color the room with abstract flowers, farm scenes and Chinese lettering '— a collaboration of the artist's finest works that have appeared in numerous fine galleries around town.
Waitress Leanne Pizio, decked out in formal black and white attire, drifts from table to table passing out smiles, refilling glasses of tea and pointing out menu items for customers during lunch.
It's my first trip to the restaurant and, being one of the less cultured among us, looking over the lunch menu I'm not sure what to order. There are a lot of words like '"baguette'" and '"Havarti cheese'" and '"remoulade sauce'" and '"pineapple and herb mayonnaise'" on the menu. I'm used to words like '"hamburger'" and '"French fries.'"
My wife, the pro, quickly orders the Bohlen, a grilled chicken sandwich served on an onion roll with mozzarella cheese, spinach, prosciutto, and grilled pineapple and herb mayonnaise (except without the pineapple). Our waitress has come back to take our order for the second time and I'm still trying to decipher the menu code when I see the Reference Burger, classic char-grilled and served with a slice of cheddar cheese, lettuce and tomato on an onion roll. Now for my side item: there're no fries, and I really don't need them, so I must choose between pesto pasta and tossed salad. I choose the pasta.
When our plates arrive they look festive with green spinach pasta and peas, the bright orange slice of cheese, red tomato and little silver cups with bright red ketchup and dark yellow mustard. Now Burger King always said I could have it my way but they never made it like this. If a hamburger can be gourmet then this one sure was. It was the most delicious thing I've ever eaten. I even ate all the pasta with peas and finished off my wife's pasta (which I'm not sure is proper, but I couldn't help myself).
Her sandwich was good, too. Unbelievably good.
There's really no wonder it's so good. All the ingredients are fresh, says Hamilton. There is no freezer and no microwave in this restaurant. Fresh beef and fish are delivered daily and there is a long list of fine wines to go with the food. Executive chef George Neill III oversees the kitchen and creates most of the delicacies found on the menu, which Drees refers to as '"cutting edge gourmet.'"
Peter Hamilton, formerly the head of restaurant division with Phillips Management, opened Southern Lights on July 22, 1985 with three other business partners. Drees was the original chef for the restaurant and became partner with Hamilton in 1989. And the name Southern Lights? That came over a bottle of wine as the first four original investors discussed the business. Someone suggested Northern Lights, and, they thought, why not Southern Lights. Now, only the two of them own the business and they also own and operate the 1618 West Seafood Grill, operating under the management name Northern Lights.
The next time I eat there I plan to be more adventurous. And it will be in the evening when the dinner menu is served, offering entrees like '"chicken roulade stuffed with spinach and mozzarella cheese,'" and grilled Chilean sea bass with crispy risotto cake,'" and pan seared catfish over shrimp, crab and andouille sausage dirty rice, gumbo sauce and topped with collard greens.'"
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We updated this easy-to-understand pamphlet with a new design and revised content before reprinting it. If You're Charged with a Crime outlines:
- what happens when someone is charged with a criminal offence,
- the first steps in the court process and the different options that might be available,
- the accused person's legal rights, and
- how to get legal aid or other legal help.
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CW is involved with conservation activities throughout the year. From river cleanups to conservation articles in The Spray newsletter to special events, we promote the health of the riparian environment in the Rocky Mountain Region.
Here are a few of our activities:
What's Your Conservation Care?Show us the project and we'll show you the money! (Well, at least as much as we can muster.) CW is soliciting proposals for conservation projects for your favorite abused, neglected, in need of TLC stretch of river, put-in, or take-out. We're looking for projects that can be completed in one day (or less) with a limited number of participants and limited materials/equipment. Contact our Conservation Director.
Watch our video from the 2016 South Platte River Cleanup that CW Sponsored on April 23.
Don't miss out on restoration and clean up projects. Conservation Colorado offers several weekend outings to clean up majestic places.


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MOBILE, Ala.—The men's and women's cross country teams traveled to Mobile, Ala., this weekend and returned home champions, both winning the crown of the Gulf Coast Classic, hosted by Spring Hill College.
The Panthers were the only Division III team competing in the meet.
Top finishers on the women's side were sophomore Elise Pittman at second with a 5K time of 20:41.70, sophomore Shannon Walsh at third (21:48.09), freshman Emma Moore at sixth (22:89.00), freshman Morgan Reynolds at 10th (22:39.78), and freshman Mary Margaret Jackson at 11th (22:41.63).
For the men, sophomore Chris Roberts was fourth with a four-mile time of 22:07.95, followed by senior Scotty Wild at eighth (22:34.48) and sophomore Timothy McOmber at 10th (22:55.32).
"This was a great team win for both our men's and women's squads," Head Coach Kenneth Cox said. "We have been working hard and just focusing on pushing each other daily. I can't say enough about the way we competed and remained focused on doing our best."
The Panthers are back in action next Saturday, Oct. 4, at the Jacksonville State Foothills Invitational in Oxford, Ala.


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Last year I blogged about those effing thuds that were driving me crazy.
Well it looks like they are back with a vengeance. I don't know when this started happening, but all these little baby avocados are now dropping from the tree.
Here's a picture of some of them. I added the water bottle into the picture so that you can see how small they are.
It wouldn't be so bad if the tree was at least on our property and we could do something about it. The dang tree is so big now that it does over hang our house.
I guess the price of living in paradise is getting free avacado's at the risk of getting knocked out by one at the same time.
On an even more sad note. Right across the fence line from my place and just out of reach… is a bunch of bananas getting ready to whack.
This is actually on the School Grounds in the back of the school so I have to wonder if they are watching these. I sure hope so, I'd hate for them to go to waste.
Before I moved to Hawaii, I only thought of Bananas as the standard type that you find in the store. I didn't know that their were a lot of different types of bananas.
Right now we have these cooking bananas hanging so they will get a little riper. This isn't the type of banana you just peel and eat. You do need to cook it in order for it to be good enough to eat in my opinion.
We have 10 acres about 3-4 miles from where we live that has LOTS of Bananas. I tend to "Go Bananas" at times because they are around so much. The good thing about it… is you can dehydrate them, and that's what my wife likes to do with them.
I couldn't believe it when I was at Maku'u Farmers Market and they were selling bags of dried banana's for $10.00 bucks a bag.
My son can eat these night and day and they are good for him!
Lucky we live in Paradise.
You know how much they pay for one Banana at some places on the mainland? I don't know… but I'm gonna find out soon enough.
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'Reply All' Does True Crime & Shines Bright Like King Diamond
Who thought we'd see Serial reborn in a podcast about the internet? Reply All's Sruthi Pinnamaneni brings us a four-part story about an inmate, his blog, the shifty characters associated with his crime, a flimsy evidence and nutty trial, and then - woah! - that final jailhouse interview! It's the podcast that has everyone asking, "Who the eff is King Diamond?"
In this episode, we'll hear from Sruthi about what went into creating the world's latest must-listen-to podcast. Then the panel will give their two-cents on the case and whether Sruthi is the one who finally stuck the landing.
There's also a correction or two. The song says "Don't you forget about me," but we might have forgotten about them.
Finally, you'll be repeating the Crime of the Week over and over again.
Listen to the Episode:
(Audio will be posted at 12:01 AM EST on 6.11.16)
Listen to the series "On the Inside" from Reply All:
Also...can't get enough wisdom and insight from the incarcerated? Here are some blogs written by inmates, for future inmates (...if you're not careful).
On the Inside - Paul Modrowski's blog, edited by his mother, that started Reply All's four-episode profile of Paul and his case.
Between the Bars - a blog platform for prisoners in the US without internet access, done through MIT.
Live from Lockdown - a blog written by various inmates in the federal prison system, including highly influential gang-leaders and those held in solitary confinement.
Ben's Prison Blog - written by Ben Gunn, imprisoned in Sudbury (HM Prison), Derbyshire, England, 2009–2012. Since his release, Ben has continued his blog.
Lastly, for those looking for deeper meaning, here's King Diamond's song, "No Presents for Christmas."
Additional music this episode provided by Uncanny Valleys.


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The next chart is rather self-explanatory. The richest nations, with wealth in 2010 above USD 100,000 per adult, are found in North America, Western Europe, and among the rich Asian-Pacific and Middle East countries. They are topped by Switzerland, Norway, Australia, Singapore and France, each of which records wealth per adult above USD 250,000. Average wealth in other major economies such as the USA, Japan, the United Kingdom and Canada also exceeds USD 200,000.
Interesting to see how Mexico, Brasil and Chile are rapidly growing and how India despite his stellar growth is still showing wealth levels comparable to Central Africa.


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DeAndre Jordan has become known for his thunderous throwdowns in his short NBA career, but his forte fell slightly short Monday against the Philadelphia 76ers.
In an attempt to convert an alley-oop pass from fellow teammate Chris Paul near the end of the second quarter, Jordan mistimed his leap a bit and fell short of the rim with his ensuing jam. The 24-year-old center took matters to the official, asking for a blocking call on Philly's Evan Turner, but even Clippers coach Vinny Del Negro wasn't sticking up for his player after the embarrassment.
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Since the Day of Silence was a couple of days ago, I feel obligated to write a little something about it. I practiced the day of silence my last year of high school and if I wasn't always out of place in my school in Oklahoma, my participation dug the nail in that coffin.
The Day of Silence has a good message, but at the same time, I think we need to step away from silence as our form of protest. If you aren't familiar with the Day of Silence, it's a day of symbolism about how many LGBT youth (and adults) feel they cannot speak about their sexuality and the purpose of the campaign is to end this silence.
Since I last practiced the Day of Silence, being gay or lesbian was exactly a walk in the park (not saying it's all sunshine and rainbows today but it's gotten better). My wife (who was my girlfriend at the time), had to keep our relationship a secret so she could get into the military and had to continue doing so until they finally repealed Don't Ask, Don't Tell. We couldn't get married in most places and even if we did, it wouldn't have been recognized by the military until a few years ago because of where she was stationed.
But things are different now. And they aren't pefect but they've gotten better. And being LGBT isn't the stigma that it once was, although there are a lot of haters still- but the majority of those people are probably idiots anyway, so whatever.
We need to break this silence once and for all. I refuse to go back to the person I was. I refuse to hide who I am because it isn't what some people find acceptable.
If you're LGBT or even not sure if you are, talk to someone. It might be your parents or a friend. There are numbers you can call, there are groups out there to help you. Struggling with it alone is never the right option. I know from personal experience and it is still affecting my ability to communicate with the people closest to me today.
And I'm not going to tell you that once you come out and accept yourself, it'll be easy. It might not be, and that's why you need the support from the people that will help you and not make you feel like there's something wrong with you.
Never feel like you're all alone in your stuggle. Never feel like taking your life away is the answer to ending the pain and stress of not being accepted. And if you feel like you have no one at all to talk to and feel you can't reach out to external resources like hotlines and auooort groups, talk to me. I'm not a professional, no, but I would never turn down the opportunity to try and help someone.
And if you're reading this, please share. I never ask of that, but this is something that is very important and the more people it reaches, the more it might help.


text: The first meeting of the Paris Photographers club, Patrick Sagnes, Joe Aguirre, Tony White, Jerome Lorieau, Joe Aguirre, Andres Vargas Pierre Bessard 1 April 2016 Next Just receive from the Picto Labo the C Print of our next project "Idyssey" by the great photojournalist Stefano De Luigi, limited edition of 500 copies, next week for the signature…Im going skiing in Meribel and Stefano is in Japan… #ArtofPerfection #StefanoDeLuigi #Odyssey #Idyssey #EditionsBessard #LimitedEdition #Photography #CPrint Previous Lin Zhipeng name himself "No.223" after the lovelorn cop character in Wong Kar-wai's movie Chungking Express. Lin snaps his circle of friends and himself, portraying his view of youth culture and lifestyles in contemporary China. His photographs are marked by fashionable indolence, saturated colours, penetrating flash, and somewhat frontal shots that unveil his models' empowering presence and vulnerability at the same time. Lin Zhipeng, also known as 223, is considered to be part of the 'next generation' of young chinese photographers.


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Free Computers Security – Is That Possible?
Everyone who surfs the World Wide Web really has to be concerned relating to computer sacredness. There is viruses, Trojan viruses, spyware and adware, noxious spy ware, the most of the list what's you could get available as malware will keep going in addition to regarding. You either moves to you must keep computer in conjunction with data covered or many people suffer typically the punishment.
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Restored Computer Hardware
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The very first thing you have to do is to shield your desktop computer from bodily damage. You shouldn't plug your electronics directly right into a wall retailer but should try to find a surge protector to shield the personal computer from electrical power damage. Furthermore, purchase the standby-uninterrupted power (UPS). A standby UPS gives capacity to the computer even if the key power foundation is dropped.
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Computer Hardware – Tips For Buying Better Hardware
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Computer Security in Your Hands
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Anti-virus software programs are fairly inexpensive if you think the alternate cost having to deal with to cleanup a useless mess and replace a hardcore drive. There is even free of cost anti-virus programs you are able to download. Some are simply as nice as some compensated computer safety measures products.


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35 bux, another 30 bux for many many many combinations of universal joints from various GM cars so took the joints apart and mix/matched them up to work, if you look at the stock GM joints you find the grease caps are just crimped in place from GM, I just did the same, been fine... the expensive part was getting the adapter block for the stock tie rod ends to join the rack output.....I lucky in having a commercial welder buddy who does all my welding, like the rack supports, and a modification to correct for bump steer on the rack output block I had made....I cut the stock tie rod sleeves and took 9/16 rod inserted inside it, welded, and covered with a fresh tube over the old one, welded ends on it also....looks factory and I have legit tie rod ends, not some after market rusty heim joint....
maybe take a look at my site below for an idea I had due to a Verizon truck backing into my left front bumper and totalling out that Ecklers sugar scoop I had in there with the tall square lights, I junkyarded a couple of later Camaros for their front lights, built a new mount set on each tray, moving the lights forward about 1/2 way, traced the OEM curves on the headlight cutout, and brought forward about 1/2 way on each side so the huge opening is 1/2 size fore/aft which looks much sleeker I don't even have a plastic cover, IMO not needed due to the smaller openings....and the lights are at stock height too, so .gov approved....custom grill is hardware store aluminum TIGs up by my buddy....
"Hell, there are no rules here ... we're trying to accomplish something." Thomas Edison
I have a little list, let ALL of them be MIST......
I ran across a few different threads about how to do it and when I get ready i will revisit them and probably do a bump to see if anyone has an update on their setup. Till then I need to get this damn dash back together so I can drive it.
For headlights I was thinking something more like this
You only get to choose 2.
Been awhile, heres an updated list.
Then the list.
Lose the 4x4 stance (coil overs?) - front semi coil overs, long bolts rear
new upper control arms for Geometry - Global west
Grand AM rack and Pinion (tired of the slop and leaking fluid)
97 Aurora mirrors - painted to match does that count?
custom fixed headlight set up
80-82 front and rear bumpers - rear bumper waiting paint
New heads,retro roller,intake bigger EFI (Want 450 rwhp) Fastburn heads, Holley HP on the shelf.
L88 hood - done
black out all chrome
new 18" wheels
Alum front and rear bumper supports
rear diffuzer
some sort of belly pan
bubble tail lights
repair misaligned 1/4 panel
re-glue loose door skin- done
reglue fender and nose where its coming apart - done
remove the ugly ass gold pin stripes by repainting
Tint windows
Install Dewitts radiator
Insulate interior
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John Pelham
Just as the Spring came laughing thro' the strife,
With all her gorgeous cheer--
In the glad April of historic life--
Fell the great cannoneer.
The wondrous lulling of a hero's breath
His bleeding country weeps;
Hushed--in th' alabaster arms of Death--
Our young Marcellus sleeps!
Grander and nobler than the child of Rome,
Curbing his chariot steeds,
The knightly scion of a Southern home
Dazzled the world--with deeds!
Gentlest and bravest in the battle's brunt--
The champion of the Truth--
He bore his banner to the very front
Of our immortal youth.
A clang of sabres 'mid Virginia's snow,
The fiery pang of shells--
And there's a voice of immemorial woe
In Alabama dells.
The pennon droops, that led the sacred band
Along the crimson field;
The meteor blade sinks from the nerveless hand,
Over the spotless shield!
We gazed and gazed upon that beauteous face,
While round the lips and eyes,
Couched in their marble slumber flashed the grace
Of a divine surprise!
Oh! mother of a blessed soul on high,
Thy tears may soon be shed;
Think of thy boy, 'mid princes of the sky,
Among the Southern dead.
How must he smile on this dull world beneath,
Fevered with swift renown--
He, with the martyr's amaranthine wreath
Twining the victor's crown!
This work was published before January 1, 1924, and is in the public domain worldwide because the author died at least 100 years ago.


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The Last Children of Schewenborn
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The Last Children of Schewenborn (German Die Letzten Kinder von Schewenborn) is a 1983 novel by Gudrun Pausewang, depicting life in Germany in the aftermath of a nuclear war.
The story is fictional, but as the author states in the epilogue, Schewenborn, where the story takes place is modeled on the small town of Schlitz in East Hesse, where she lives.
Plot summary[edit]
The story starts in a present of a Cold War situation similar to that at the time of writing. It is told in the first person by Roland, at the beginning a 12-year-old (in fact, nearly 13) boy from Bonames (a district of Frankfurt), who travels with his parents and sisters to visit his grandparents at Schewenborn.
During this journey they are surprised by a nuclear attack. After the explosion, no assistance arrives from the outside. Survivors start to assume that the whole of Germany, or the entire civilized world, may have been destroyed — but this is never clarified until the end of the novel.
The family finds refuge in the house of the grandparents, who at the time of the nuclear explosion were in Fulda and were probably killed there. Shortly afterwards, Roland's mother takes in a young brother and sister who have been orphaned in the attack.
The later parts of the plot describe the weeks, months and years after this attack, and take place mostly at Schewenborn.
The oppressive story does not have a happy ending. Gradually, members of Roland's family, including a new-born sibling without eyes, die of radiation sickness and other illnesses. At the conclusion, only Roland, his father, and a small group of children—the "last children" of the title—remain alive, and the final paragraphs suggest that they, too, will perish.[1]
Major themes[edit]
The book is clearly written as a cautionary tale which tries to deliver a dramatic warning: "Let no one say afterwards: we did not know."
It is particularly aimed at a juvenile audience. In some Lands (states) of the German Federal Republic, it is part of the instruction material for Eighth grade students.
A rather similar theme, also particularly aimed at a juvenile audience, appears in another book of the same author, Die Wolke (The Cloud). Both books convey the feeling of dark impending danger felt by members of the German Environmentalist Movement of the 1980s.
Awards and nominations[edit]
- Buxtehuder Bulle, 1983
- Zürcher Kinderbuchpreis (Zurich Children's Literature Prize)
- Preis der Leseratten
- Gustav-Heinemann-Friedenspreis (Gustav Heinemann Peace Prize)
- ^ Pausewang, Gudrun (1983). The Last Children of Schewenborn. Ravensburger. ISBN 978-3473580071.


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Radio Society of Great Britain (RSGB) June 2014 Meeting Notes/
The RSGB and Ofcom have released the notes of there meeting helpd on 12 June 2014.
One of the issues raised was the allocation of a K-Regional Secondary Locator for Cornwall (Kernow)
Many areas have their own Regional Secondary Locator (RSL) codes to create distinctive prefixes – eg D = Isle of Man
The Shetland Islands (Zetland) uses Z character, but only for Amateur / Ham Radio Contest Stations but not for normal stations. Working stations with such callsigns seems to be popular with Prefix collectors.
The Poldhu Amateur Radio Club have submitted a proposal to Ofcom to introduce K as an optional RSL for amateur stations operating from Cornwall. Ofcom have said they will respond in due course.
Meeting Notes - http://rsgb.org/main/blog/news/rsgb-notices/2014/06/27/ofcom-rsgb-forum-12-june-2014/


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As the financial stakes associated with IP infringement continue to rise, J. Kevin Fee helps corporate clients protect their bottom line by representing them in patent, trademark, copyright, false advertising, and trade secret misappropriation litigation. The World Trademark Review describes Kevin as a "perceptive litigator" representing clients in "in critical infringement suits." For example, Kevin was lead trial counsel for American Society of Testing Materials in a case that Law360 recognized as one of the "Top 10 Copyright Rulings of 2017," and Kevin's successful representation of Cornerstone Therapeutics in a false advertising case before the Second Circuit was featured in the National Law Journal's 2014 IP Hot List.
In his trademark and false advertising practice, his clients include financial institutions, medical device and pharmaceutical companies, consumer products manufacturers, retailers, Internet companies, and food and beverage companies. He also represents major publishers, standards development organizations, financial institutions, insurance companies, and software developers in copyright litigation.
In patent litigation, Kevin represents medical device companies, financial services providers, computer manufacturers, software developers, and manufacturers of consumer products and chemicals.
Kevin is a member of the Trademark Litigation and Patent Litigation Committees of the Intellectual Property Owners Association and the Copyright Committee of the International Trademark Association.
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On one of my trips to the wineries in the North Georgia mountains, I had the pleasure of meeting an artist by the name of Marie Nease. I was instantly struck by her photography and how she was able to bring the vineyard to life on canvas.
I was so struck by her work, I had to introduce myself and find out more about this talented artist. Several weeks later I was able to interview her.
Marie Nease is an original Georgia peach. Marie grew up in Decatur, GA and had a happy, simple childhood. Marie is the proud mother of 4 grown boys.
1. How did you get started with your art?
Marie was a recruiter most of her working career, however, in 2009 she was laid off and could not find another job. Marie purchased a professional Nikon camera and began capturing images. Marie is basically self-taught only taking continuing education classes at Gwinnett Tech. Marie's father and grandfather were both photographers. Photography is in her blood.
2. How did you select the name Wingdreamer?
Marie has a friend she met in 2000 at a house church. The friend, Cliff Trammel son of a former classmate. Marie is inspired by his outlook on life. Cliff is a very special person in Marie's life. In 2004, on her birthday he read a story to her titled "Wingdreamer" which was about a butterfly and the struggles of metamorphoses. The story had a great impact on Marie hence the name Wingdreamer.
3. Why do you love vineyards?
Marie shared that vineyards are beautiful, magical, and are always in gorgeous places. Marie compares vineyards to what Jesus says that he is the vine and we are the branches.
4. What is your inspiration?
Marie feels her gift of photography is God given. Marie says that God inspires her and gave her the dream. Marie shared with me there is a metal container with birds where she keeps all of the things that inspire her.
5. What kind of wine do you enjoy?
A wine that is not too sweet and not too dry. Marie has three bottles of her favorite wine Rommbauer.
6. What do you want to see more in the world?
More inspiration and encouragement through photography and writing and more hope.
7. In one to two words describe yourself?
Creative Soul - I certainly agree with that :-)
8. What do you want readers to know most about your work?
Marie wants her work to encourage and inspire.
9. Where can people purchase your work?
It was such a pleasure interviewing Marie. Marie truly has a gift and is able to bring her photography to life on canvas. Marie can even customize pieces for her clients.
I was so moved by Marie's beautiful work that I just had to share. My goal always is to bring the best offerings for our wine inspired lives. I certainly love this art and I am sure you will too.


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Steel, 40" (three spheres)
Waterloo, Iowa
An Artist's Statement by Marie Camille Truscott Lentsch
This was the first one, female, how is that!?
Gentler, was the smaller one;
The medicine ball, full of wishes, half shiny, half rusty;
Some welds polished, some smooth.
Our eggs are round and there is an internal equator;
Longitudes and latitudes polished off,
Like peeling an orange apart, the segments go together.
When complete, I rolled it everywhere — across campus, up stairs and down, put it in my truck for a drive. It became an entity. I know it sounds silly to do that, but I did. It looked regal on some brick walls. But closer to the earth was best for this ball. Then after awhile, I got an urge to do two . . .
The second steel ball;
Easier to form, firmer with convictions ping.
Ting into place, tack welded never a pop. Shiny, a companion bright.
I rolled it around, too. Sealed it so tight, it could actually float on water. Maybe it was left on the shore when the ocean changed its mind. The slag from the weld makes a sound inside, a metally tinkling sound, like those baby toys that tinkle when they roll in a zig zag. The second size was actually easier to weld, the gores went together with less force and weren't so spring loaded as the first ball.
They looked cool hanging out in the shop together, a couple! It was funny and fun to see them. Then...that's right, oh my, yes...a third one.
. . . was the third. How did the third ball get so big? It was just a baby!
How babies are bigger than all reality when they arrive and though they are tiny and precious; their entry and presence is immense.
Well, that is how it should be. And each generation gets bigger, expands larger and heals wider — forward and backward.
Look what we created!
How to be three was now the new form.
Where would they go and how did they fit? Compassion becomes curious.
Then I saw them amidst some large rocks, nestled in, as you see them now.
Generous memories in Mississippi boulders, solidified compassion that was once sand, from a river shore mingling nearing the ocean. The estuary of evolution — sourced.
Someone there found them for me, to complete this piece. That was nice, who was that, there are five of them and they did appear for Tara Firma to be placed amongst. Thank you to whoever did that!
TARA is the Tibetan Goddess of Compassion and Wisdom. TERRA FIRMA is solid Earth. TARA FIRMA is the family of solid compassion on Earth; set firm and tucked in with some other gifts of the Earth. Shiny bright, modern made, in complimentary contrast to solid stone of an earth from another time remembered, both together, like family, isn't it?


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Besty and Bryce were my final big Wedding of the year, and I was thrilled to end on a such a high note!! It was a perfect October day and we had a blast with their Bridal Party going around downtown Indianapolis for photos! The Mavris hosted their ceremony and reception and things were pulled off flawlessly (they are so wonderful over there, we love them!). Enjoy the last 2017 Wedding sneak peek! And with that, thats a wrap! 2018 we're coming for ya soon!
My favorite outtake from the day! The people in the background are killing me!!! Haha
Can't end the night without checking out the killer skyline view at the Mavris! And the train of course!
To say the least, it was a gorgeous day!!!
Hotel: The Alexander
Second Shooter: Teresa Schmidt Photography
Venue: The Mavris Event Center
Cake: Classic Cakes
Florals: Bokay
DJ: DJ Sound Solution
Hair: Rachel Stone and Alicia Stewardson
Shoes: Betsy Johnson


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Two weeks ago I spent an entire week in a conference for a government program serving Native American tribes. Recent legislation has allowed me to work more closely with this tribal program but I find the timing more than coincidental.
At the beginning of each conference day and before each shared meal, an elder or a spiritual leader gave a blessing. I was deeply moved by one blessing in particular. We were in a conference session on culture – specifically, how tribal culture affects the implementation of this government program and those who benefit from it. This particular blessing was reserved until the end of the session. I'll say more about it in a bit.
During the session I, an outsider, was able to listen to members of many different tribes, mainly in California, discuss what makes them who they are: their values, customs, beliefs, traditions and practices. I listened to discussions about how natives growing up in urban settings experience finding their way back to the tribe and the cultural traditions, learning their language, finding their place. There was a discussion about the influence Native American culture has had on the culture at large. In that discussion, I got an answer to a question I've wondered about for a long time – why I can't find much written about Native American spirituality that is particularly helpful. The answer is that their spirituality is regarded as so sacred that it is only passed down within the tribe to those who are entrusted with the responsibility of not teaching it to anyone who may use it with less than pure intentions. It is an oral tradition, passed down at the feet of the elders who are highly regarded and respected for their wisdom — it is not written in books.
The blessing after that session went something like this:
Great-grandmother, great-grandfather and all the ancestors upon whose shoulders we stand, it is your collective wisdom that has brought us to this place, to this time, to this day in this room. We carry with us the wisdom of the ages that propels us forward and calls us home. Be with us as each of us goes about our tasks to serve our families-our tribes, to preserve our traditions, to learn to live in two worlds at once. Help each one in the room today who is in the process of finding his way home.
Just hearing him call upon his ancestors and acknowledge them as still quite present and involved in their lives sent chills down my spine. I'll try to explain why as I go along.
I think "collective consciousness" is too much of a buzz word right now to fully express what I felt but, for lack of better words, I'll use those. I felt a tremendous sense of single-mindedness that was rooted in something good, pure and timeless. I felt like root vegetables. I felt like something ran deep and anchored these people – both like they were a part of something, and that this something was part of them, a part of their very selves that they could not avoid. I felt like there was truth all in the room – if not mine, someone's, and it was real. I believed the spiritual leader who said that he couldn't agree immediately when asked to come and participate – that he needed time to ponder what he was to say because if he had nothing to say, there was no point in speaking. I believed the sign that came to him, an eagle feather. In his tradition, the person speaking to a group holds an eagle feather and as long as they hold the feather, they are required to speak truth. I believed that this eagle feather coming to him while he sat in the mountains contemplating his decision was indeed his sign to come. And I felt grieved.
I felt the weight of history. I felt the bleeding severed ties to my anchors. I felt lost and robbed. I felt distant and flighty. I felt like the disembodied feather floating around, landing for a while and floating away again. My people are a tribe in Africa – somewhere, with traditions and stories and a spirituality that explains their connection to All That Is. My people are a tribe in America – somewhere, with a secret understanding of All That Is that has been passed down from our ancestors. My people are among the faeries on the Emerald Isle -somewhere, with stories and encounters and interactions with a world we can not see. I come from spiritual peoples-but history has robbed me. All I have ever heard, my entire life, is the tradition of those who oppressed my peoples, on three different continents. I was raised with the tradition of a people who used their spirituality, rather their religion, as a sanction to enslave and oppress.
I felt cheated. I felt like I was handed a processed cheese food instead of the self-sustaining wisdom to produce my own real cheese.
I grew up in a faith that says that connecting with (cavorting with) the spirit world was the devil's work. I find that so strange though when I read the accounts of Jesus's conception and birth. Everyone was talking to helpers from the other side – and no one thought it strange. My peoples are three cultures with deep roots in spiritual places I am starting to feel fine exploring. I want to sit with elders in my tribes and ask them about the way of understanding oneself as a spiritual being having a human experience. I want to hear from those who believe that life after leaving the body is more than going to heaven or hell based on your behavior, or your proper baptism, or belief in the right savior. I want know the wisdom of nature – what is right under my nose that can heal what baffles modern scientists? I want to understand what it means that I felt the presence of all those ancestors the leader called upon that day for guidance. But who do I ask?
I can probably narrow my Native American ancestors down to two possible tribes. I have no clue about where my African ancestors are from. I have never heard anything at all about my Irish family beyond my grandfather that gives any hope of finding a connection.
Who are your people? I was dumbfounded at that question when asked. The asker was completely sincere. It was her way of showing that I mattered. Who are my people? To know the answer, I can only imagine, would sustain that rooted feeling – that sense of root vegetables that I had in that room that day.


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Imad Moustapha is the Syrian ambassador to the United States. He is Western-educated (Ph.D. from Surrey, United Kingdom), witty, and loves some of the greatest music ever composed in Europe: Bach's cello suites; Mahler's symphonies. He comes across as fair-minded (if understandably biased toward Syrian interests), proud of Arab (and particularly Syrian) culture, and passionate for learning and life.
He is also the official representative of a country that we officially consider an enemy, which, I suppose, makes the ambassador an enemy too.
Christian theology is, of its essence, about the relationship of Other to Self. Trinitarian theology (to rashly sum up 2000 years of conversation and debate in one sentence) understands the very nature of divinity as the participation of Persons one with another, in a unity that does not erase distinction. Christ on the Cross is the divine refusal to seek just revenge for having been wronged; put positively, Christ on the Cross (to paraphrase Miroslav Volf) is God's act of making God's very Self an open space that welcomes the Other, turning enmity into the possibility of embrace.
Christian discipleship– to be a follower of Jesus– means imitating Christ in this assertion of refusing to participate in cycles of revenge. (This assertion of refusing revenge can operate at all levels of human relationships: spousal, familial, communal, national, and international. For Christians, this refusal of revenge is the life-affirming, life-transforming power of God.)
All of which brings us back to the Syrian ambassador.
US policy toward Syria will be determined by the forces of politics. However, that is not– and never will be– the whole story. Additionally, thoughtful Christian theology reminds us of another power that is always at work, if mostly unnoticed– the power of seeing divinity in the Other, even in the midst of distrust and enmity. Jesus was shrewdly correct: we need to be wise as serpents and innocent as doves, at one and the very same time.


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After a year or so, the kid will outgrow the accordion. More complex pieces will not be in available.
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When your kid will outgrow the accordion, you need to buy another one.
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Pittsburgh hotels offer the lap of luxury
Those who have stayed in the penthouses of the region's best hotels include CEOs, heads of state, celebrities and at least one Beatle.
But these rarefied accommodations, each boasting its own interpretation of luxury, aren't the exclusive domain of 1-percenters, boldface names or Sir Paul McCartney.
The high life can be yours, for a price. Consider spending Valentine's Day or a romantic weekend on top of the world with your significant other. The city's best accommodations feature opulent privacy, panoramic views, spa pampering, luxurious beds, cozy robes, delectable food and drink and, of course, bragging rights.
Presidential Suite, Fairmont Pittsburgh
This palatial, 1,200-square-foot redoubt perched on the 23rd floor overlooks the Cultural District and the Monongahela River. It could double as the sleek, secluded lair of your favorite Bond villain. Plan your world conquest as you stand before the floor-to-ceiling windows, with their panoramic view of PPG Place and Mt. Washington.
The decor is modern and masculine, with low-slung obsidian tables, sculptural steel light fixtures and an armoire finished in metallic silver. Light gold walls and lustrous, dark wood floors add homey warmth. The suite has a king-size bed, parlor, a dining room table that seats six, a 52-inch LCD television, laptop safe and multimedia work station.
The suite is separated from the rest of the hotel by two doors, lending an extra layer of privacy. The preponderance of iron and glass is a tribute to the city's industrial heritage. Paintings and photographs by local artists represent the city's artistic legacy.
"The design theme of the entire hotel is art and industry," says public-relations manager Julie Abramovic. "That's kind of an ode to Pittsburgh's two great heritages." The lobby bar of the hotel is named Andys, a nod to Andrew Carnegie and Andy Warhol.
The presidential suite is large enough to accommodate 50 guests for a standing reception. Connecting bedrooms are available.
"We've had small weddings here," Abramovic says.
Presumably, they didn't have to go very far for the honeymoon.
Cost: $4,000 per night
Who slept there: Britney Spears, Glenn Beck, Kanye West and Kid Rock
We were surprised by: The television screen built into the bathroom mirror.
Presidential Suite, Omni William Penn
The carpets and karma run deep in this patrician-style, three-bedroom suite. The 2,500-square-foot piece of posh real estate features hunting prints, gilt mirrors, wall sconces, crown molding, magisterial wing chairs and thick tasseled brocade curtains. It's the crown jewel of this 596-room Downtown hotel.
"The Dali Lama stayed in this room," says Bob Page, director of sales and marketing. "He checked out and Mick Jagger checked in right behind him."
A crystal chandelier hangs in the marble floored foyer. Off to the left is the formal living room, where a baby grand piano seems to conjure the old Hollywood glamour of Fred Astaire movies. The dining room, furnished in French Provincial, adjoins a full kitchenette and wet bar. The master bedroom features a king-size bed draped with a gathered gold fabric canopy.
Cost: $2,500 per night. $2,000 for the Suite Valentines Package. The price includes overnight accommodation for Feb. 11 only; a dinner cooked by the chef in the suite, champagne and chocolates, a dozen roses, breakfast for two and valet parking. Book now; there's only one presidential suite for that price for one night.
Who slept here: Russian president Dmitry Medvedev and Bruce Springsteen, who reportedly gave an impromptu performance in the lobby coffee shop.
We were surprised by: The windows that can be opened
Original Master Suite, Mansions on Fifth
Richard Pearson and Mary Del Brady placed an $8 million bet when they painstakingly restored the fire-ravaged McCook mansion on Fifth Avenue's "Millionaire's Row." The Elizabethan and Tudor grand dame in Shadyside has been reincarnated as a 23-room luxury hotel, replete with dark oak woodwork, stained-glass windows, heraldic carvings, antiques and 19th-century European impressionist paintings.
Ditch the bothersome 21st century and spend an evening in the Original Master Suite, the sleeping quarters of the mansion's first owners, Willis and Mary McCook. Willis McCook was an attorney for Henry Clay Frick. The master bedroom features a gas fireplace, striking crown molding and king-size bed with 600-thread-count Italian linens. The shower features a terrazzo floor and an oversized shower head.
Dine in the Oak Room, which serves rare cognacs, whiskeys and single-malt scotches, as well as wine. Don't miss the original wine cellar, the restored family chapel and the carriage entrance, which allowed the McCook family to stay dry when they disembarked from their horse-drawn conveyance on rainy days. For something cozier and more private, there's a charming, two-level loft at the top of the house, where the servants quarters used to be.
Cost: $295 on weekdays; $335 on weekends
Who slept here: Movie mogul Paula Wagner, who has produced numerous films with business partner and actor Tom Cruise, including three "Mission: Impossible" films, "The Last Samurai" and "Valkyrie"
We were surprised by: The elaborate carving on the newel posts and the many tiny whimsical faces carved into the woodwork.
Presidential Suite, Nemacolin Woodlands
This sumptuous chamber of rooms lords it over the lower floors at the top of the Chateau Lafayette, itself the reigning queen at this 2,000-acre resort in Fayette County. The design and layout of the Chateau was inspired by the Ritz in Paris, and the two-bedroom Presidential Suite strikes the same opulent theme, with high vaulted ceilings, crystal chandeliers and original art. Sip champagne on the private balcony off the living area and drink in the sweeping view of the Laurel Highlands.
The master bedroom features a king-size bed, fireplace and 200-gallon jetted garden tub. Other amenities include two pedestal sinks, a large walk-in closet and a whimsical sculpture by Juren Gorg, one of the many pieces from the Hardy private art collection. The living area features a wet bar. Other artwork in the suite includes a portrait of a woman titled "Reflections" by Ben Solowey and scenes of the Amalfi cost in Italy.
Cost: $3,000. As part of their Sweetheart Package, Nemacolin has reduced the nightly rate of the Presidential Suite to $1,370.75 on weekends and $1,152.25 on weekdays from Feb. 10 to 16. The price, based on double occupancy, includes champagne and strawberries, a $150 dinner credit, breakfast in bed and all taxes, gratuities, service charges and resort fee.
Who slept here: Bette Midler, Taylor Swift, Tony Bennett, Faith Hill, Harry Connick Jr. and Lionel Ritchie
We were surprised by: The suite's luxurious marble foyer with a private library and the 24-hour butler service
Presidential Suite, Westin Convention Center, Pittsburgh
The 2,000-square-foot, 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom suite features French doors that open onto a parlor with a dining area with seating for 10. Furnishings include a mahogany credenza, glass-top desk and wet bar. The suite commands a postcard view of the Allegheny River. The master bedroom features a king-size bed, Jacuzzi tub and walk-in shower. The suite includes a kitchen with a dishwasher and refrigerator, as well as an entertainment area with a Bose surround-sound system and giant flat-screen TV.
Cost: $2,500
We were surprised at: The Heavenly Pet Beds for dogs or cats
sweetheart specials
If you can't swing the penthouse, or it's already occupied, these hotels are offering special packages for Valentine's Day:
Fairmont Hotel Pittsburgh
510 Market St., Downtown.
The Fairmont has a Romance Package that starts at $295 per night and includes overnight accommodations, valet parking, champagne and truffles made in-house. The package is available Thursdays-Sundays year-round, with some blackout dates.
Details: 888-270-6647, www.fairmont.com/Pittsburgh/
Mansions on Fifth
5105 Fifth Ave., Shadyside
Through March, Mansions is offering a Suite Heart Packages, which start at $395 and include overnight stay, chocolates and a heart-shaped arrangement of silk rose petals on a king-size bed.
Details: 412-381-5105, www.mansionsonfifth.com
Nemacolin Woodlands
1001 Lafayette Drive, Farmington, Fayette County
Their Sweetheart Package includes overnight accommodation, champagne and strawberries; a $150 dinner credit and breakfast in bed. Prices start at $398.The package is available Feb. 10-16
Details: 866-344-6957, www.nemacolin.com .
Omni William Penn
530 William Penn Place, Downtown
Their Ooh La La Romance package includes deluxe overnight accommodation, sparkling wine, petit fours, French macaroons, daily breakfast for two, plus standard "romantic" turndown service including robes, music and lighting. Prices start at $227. The package is good Feb. 10-Dec. 31. Some blackout dates apply.
Details: 412-281-7100, www.omnihotels.com
Renaissance Pittsburgh Hotel
107 6th St., Downtown
For $289, guests receive one night's accommodation; dinner for two at Braddock's American Brasserie and gourmet Betsy Ann Chocolate. When calling, mention offer code VADE; for online booking, enter offer code LUV. The offer is subject to availability and valid Feb. 10-14.
Details: 412-562-1200, www.marriot.com
Westin Convention Center
1000 Penn Ave., Downtown
The Westin Indulge Your Passions Experience starts at $225 per night and includes champagne and strawberries, complimentary full breakfast for two via room service or in the Penn City Grille and 4pm late check-out upon availability. Valid for Thursday through Monday-night arrivals.
Details: 412-281-3700; www.westinpittsburgh.com


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By Derek Penwell
"We're looking for a minister who can preach and teach. We'd like the successful candidate to be able to keep people from falling asleep during the sermon. We feel like we need good preaching because we want our people to grow; so, being able to challenge us intellectually and spiritually is a must."
"We're looking for a pastor who will pay attention to us, who'll spend time in the hospitals and nursing homes. The successful candidate will be a nurturing presence committed to loving all of our people during the difficult times, as well as the good times."
"We're looking for a someone who knows how to manage a large staff, who knows how to lead and offer vision. The successful candidate will be creative, but more importantly will know how to follow through, get things done."
If you want to know what a congregation thought its previous minister lacked, sit in a pastoral search committee meeting. Like generals, churches always seem to be preparing to fight the last war.
a. We won the last war.
b. Our massive navy presence determined the outcome.
c. The key to winning wars is a big navy.
It happens.
They may not come right out and say it, but churches often attempt to compensate for, what they perceive to be, the inadequacies of their former pastor by emphasizing those needs in their search for a new one.[1] But this phenomenon is not limited to pastoral searches.[2]
Congregational planning often bogs down in seeking either to avoid or to recapture the past.
How many churches still think that getting the right worship style is the key to a vibrant congregation?
How many churches think that their problems would be solved by getting a young minister–one who looks like a thirty year-old, but with the vocational experience of a fifty year-old?
How many churches think that if they could find the right VBS material, and some committed volunteers, they could have 100 kids roaming the grounds–just like they did back in 1986?
How many churches think that there's an elusive evangelism (or stewardship) program (or workshop) that, if they could just get their hands on, would ensure that people and money would come flooding in?
But, let's be honest, those are easy ones, aren't they? Low hanging fruit. There are tougher situations to identify–ones that are often transparent to us while we're in the middle of them.
You can usually tell you're witnessing a church fighting the last war when you hear some variation of the following:
"Well, we could do that … but we did that once, and it didn't work."
That, of course, can be just about anything. In fact, anything that takes your eyes off where the church is headed for for too long is a distraction.
Look, I have a degree in history, so I'm not saying you should ignore your history; I'm just saying you shouldn't relive it. If you want to move forward, you'd better be focused on the road ahead, and not the road you've already traveled.
Following Jesus takes courage … for congregations as much as for individuals.
Here are a few random thoughts:
- If you've opened up your church in the past to be used as a soup kitchen and somebody trashed the bathroom, try it again.
- If you threw over all your committees, and your problems didn't all of a sudden disappear, give it some time, stay strong in the face of criticism and uncertainty.
- If your congregation had a battle over whether or not to become Open and Affirming that caused people to leave the church, that doesn't mean you can't ever have that conversation again.
- If you're a minister and you got fired in the past for what you believe, don't become somebody you don't recognize just to get (or keep) another job.
Cum hoc ergo propter hoc
Congregations, like human beings, often commit the logical fallacy of mistaking correlation for causation (cum hoc ergo propter hoc). It's a simple parlor game, really. Anyone can do it.
a. Mainline churches have experienced declining membership.
b. Mainline churches tend to be more liberal.
c. Therefore, liberal theology has caused a decline in membership.
It's fun! Try it!
a. We used to have a huge Sunday School.
b. We used to have a Sunday School superintendent.
c. If we tried having a Sunday School superintendent again, we would increase Sunday School attendance.
See how easy that is?
Choose a past success or failure, plug in a variable (any one will do), and shake vigorously! You can reach just about any conclusion you want!
The problem is … the answers you come up with may or may not have anything to do with the variables you use.
"So what do we do, smart guy, since you seem to have all the answers?"
I don't have all the answers. I'm not sure there are any easy answer in this case.
I think, though, that the place to start is right here and right now.
- Make sure the problem you're solving isn't the one that kept you up at night 5, 10, 15 years ago.
- Don't be afraid to try something you failed at before.
- Don't be afraid to abandon something that was successful in the past.
- Be sure the variables you plug into your decision-making formula are the right ones, and not the most convenient ones.
It's not easy. It's never easy.
- I realize that once in a while, congregations are so thoroughly pleased with their former pastor that they go looking for the former pastor's long lost twin, but, I would submit, that is exceedingly rare. ↩
- Indeed, it's not limited to churches; pastors also carry with them the hurts and joys of previous experiences. It's no more fair for pastors to treat new situations as simple retreads of the old than it is for congregations to do so. ↩