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The annual Chinese American Film Festival is hosted by EDI Media Inc. and supported by the State Administration of Press, Publication, Radio, Film and Television of the People's Republic of China (SAPPRFT), the Embassy & Consulate-General of China in the U.S., Motion Picture Association, U.S. entertainment industry and U.S. politicians. It has become a memorable party that unites Chinese and American film industry.
CAFF aims to promote dialogues between Chinese and American filmmakers, increase cooperation between China and the US film market, and promote friendship and cultural exchanges between the two countries. CAFF is the only film festival recognized by SAPPRFT and MPA; the only film festival recorded in annual written report of the US Congress; the only film festival listed as part of US-China cultural activities announced by John Kerry, Secretary of States.
CAFF has been successfully hosted for 10 years in a row. It has showcased over 700 outstanding Chinese movies in theaters in the U.S. During the past decade, it has attracted all the major film studios in China including China Film Group, Shanghai Film Group, Central New Documentary Film Group, Huaxia Film, August First Film Studio, Tianjin North Film Group, Xiaoxiang Film Group, Yunnan Film Group, Guangxi Film Group, Pearl River Film Group, Changchun Film Group, China Film Promotion Corporation, China Film Co-production Company, Bona Film Group, DMG, Sunshine Seven Star Entertainment Media Group, Desen International, Fox, Disney, Sony, Paramount, Universal Pictures, Warner Bros., DreamWorks, Lucas Film, and many other domestic and foreign film companies to participate.
CAFF Chairman, EDI Media CEO James Su
Cultural Consul of the Chinese Consulate General in Los Angeles Wang Jin
CAFF Co-Chair Christine Hu Antonovich
Director of MPA West Coast Debi Bois
Chairman of CAFF & EDI Media CEO James Su, Director of MPA West Coast Debi Bois, and the Chinese Consul General Wang Jin spoke during the press conference. Hosts of the 11th CAFF Opening Ceremony including actor Hong Jiantao, Senior VP of East West Bank Emily Wang, and Hollywood actor George Chung also attended the press conference. Also in attendance were actors Zhang Guangbei & Chen Wei who flew from China just for the conference.
CAFF Opening Ceremony Hosts George Chung, Emily Wang, and Hong Jiangtao
Famous actor Zhang Guangbei & wife Chen Wei
CAFF committee member, Oscar winner Richard Anderson
CAFF committee member, Oscar winner Rob Minkoff
CAFF committee member Director Chris Nebe
CAFF committee member Professor Liao Maojun
CAFF committee member Producer Hu Xuelian
CAFF committee artist Liu Xiaoren
Also, several other CAFF committee members were in the audience seats. They are: CAFF Co-Chairman, Christine Hu Antonovich, Oscar winner Richard Anderson, Oscar winner Rob Minkoff, Director Chris Nebe, Producer Hu Xuelian, Professor Liao Maojun of LACC, and artist Liu Xiaoren.
Hollywood talent agent Jaeson Ma
Director of PGA China Task Force Elizabeth Dell
China Film Association Zhang Donghui
Other guests in attendance are: Grammy winner Omar Akram, talent agent Jaeson Ma, Director of PGA China Task Force Elizabeth Dell, China Film Association Zhang Donghui. Several independent film makers also made appearance. They include director Christopher Lee from "The Last Tear", producer Anthony Liu from "An Inconvenient Stay", director Rong Lian from "Los Angeles Love".
Director Christopher Lee from short film "The Last Tear"
Director Rong Lian from short film "Los Angeles Love"
GM of Air China North America Chi Zhihang
Representatives from this year's major sponsors also had a chance to speak during the press conference. Senior VP of East West Bank Emily Wang and GM of Air China North America Chi Zhihang each sent their warmest wishes to the 11th CAFF. Other major sponsors include Acura and Commerce Casino.
CAFF Chairman, EDI Media CEO James Su being interviewed
Cultural Consul Wang Jin being interviewed
Senior VP of East West Bank Emily Wang being interviewed
GM of Air China North America Chi Zhihang being interviewed
Famous actor Zhang Guangbei & wife Chen Wei being interviewed
Famous actor Hong Jiangtao being interviewed
This year's CAFF will take place from Nov 1 to Nov 30, in Hollywood, Los Angeles, and San Francisco, including welcome dinner, forum discussion, opening ceremony, and film screenings.
Main Events include:
I. China-US Film Night at the Crowne Plaza Hotel on Nov 1, 2015
II. China-US Co-production Film Summit at Paramount Studio & MPA's 5th China International Co-production Film Screening at Warner Bro. on Nov 2, 2015
III. 11th Annual CAFF Opening Ceremony & Golden Angel Award Ceremony at Ricardo Montalban Theatre on Nov 3, 2015
IV. CAFF screening from Nov 4 to Nov 30, 2015
Deputy Director of China Film Bureau Mao Yu will lead the delegation team to attend the 11th Annual CAFF main events. Leading figures from China and U.S. film markets will meet once again during CAFF to discuss the present and future of China-US cooperation.
Participating films released by CAFF are: "Lost in Hong Kong", "Chronicle of the Ghostly Tribe", "Go away, Mr. Tumor", "Wolf Totem", "Jian Bing Man", "Ever Since We Love", " Zhong Kui: Snow Girl and the Dark Crystal", "The Taking of Tiger Mountain "," SPL II "," The Man from Macao II "," Overheard 3 ", "The Dead End", "You Are My Sunshine", "For Love or Money", "Goddesses In The Flames Of War", "The Queens", "Wonder Woman", "Murmur of the Hearts" , "One Step Away", and many other popular movies.
Celebrity appearance during this year's CAFF red carpet will include "Lost in Hong Kong" Director and Actor Xu Zheng, "Chronicles of the Ghostly Tribe" Director Lu Chuan, "Fast and Furious" star Michelle Rodriguez, Tang Guoqiang, Feng Gong, Niu Li, Ho Cheng Jun, Yin Zhu Sheng, Sun Weimin, Lu Qi, Guan Hu, Da Peng, Li Yu, and Han Yan. Also worthy of mentioning is famous Chinese performing artist, 93-year-old Qin Yi, who will make her first appearance during CAFF. The winner of Voice of China 2nd Season Li Qi will perform his self-composed theme song of CAFF "Grown like this" while Famous singer Fu Disheng and his wife Ren Jing will perform their classic hit song "Intimate Lovers".
Year of 2015 marks the 70th anniversary of the World Anti-Fascist War as well as China's victory over Japan. The War was the worst catastrophic in human history, involving nearly the entire world population. It truly is worthy of our reflection, as a film director, an artist, or any human being. From the emergence of a large number of thrilling film and television works, 11th CAFF has created a special section dedicated to the 70th anniversary of the Anti-Fascist War to commemorate the history and promote peace.
Films in this section include " Ever Lasting Broadcasting ", " The Primary Target," " Songs from Battlefields," " Daokou Style Chicken", "Codename Paul" "Memo of Japanese war criminals", "Chinese Literature during War" etc. Participating TV drama in this section include "Running Siege," " Woman in a Family of Swordsmen ", "Left Hand Cleaver", "Code is called Sparrow", "Through War Line", " Outline of The Blade ", "Mine Warfare", "Story of Hong" etc.
GETV and Beijing TV China will broadcast the entire CAFF Opening & Awards Ceremony to audience from Americas, Europe, and Asia in nearly 50 countries. In addition, CAFF will also screen many outstanding short films within universities, public libraries and other community centers.
Screening Theaters:
Nov 5 to 19, at Edwards Renaissance in Alhambra
Nov 7, 14, 21, 28, Laemmle Playhouse 7 in Pasadena
Nov 18 to 25, Four Star Theatre in San Francisco
Tickets are available for purchase on http://www.eventbrite.com/o/edi-media-inc-8538654093. For more information, please visit CAFF official website www.CAFilmFestival.org or call (626) 856-3889.


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With many news agencies reporting that Manchester City are planning to sign John Stones from Everton for whopping £53 million, fans of the Premier League have been given a clear indication of just how ridiculous money in football – and particularly England – has become.
A record £5.1 billion will be paid for Premier League TV rights in the new cycle, meaning clubs will earn a minimum of £81 million each every year, a figure that is expected to rise.
Although it is estimated that 70% of this money will go towards paying wage bills, it also favours big clubs with rich owners and their ability to work within the Uefa Financial Fair Play Rules.
As TV rights have become increasingly lucrative, inflation in the transfer market has been prevalent; however, it is only since this new deal kicked in that Premier League clubs have been able to close to financial gap that once separated the likes of Manchester United or Arsenal from big spenders such as Real Madrid.
Recent reports suggest Real Madrid cannot afford the £100 million price tag that Juventus have set for Paul Pogba but United seemingly can because of the additional funds being received via the broadcasting agreement.
The level of inflation is out of control though. When Sheikh Mansour bought Manchester City all those years ago, he caused a stir by breaking the British transfer record of £32.5 million for Robinho. Since then no less than 11 players have moved to English clubs and eclipsed that fee but that was always the way English football was going to go. The real problem lies in the extortionate price tags clubs can now put on their players, in particular English-born youngsters.
Back in 2010 the Premier League introduced a rule that clubs must have eight home grown players in their squad of 25. The figure would not have seemed too difficult at the time but there has been an exponential influx of foreign players since.
So, while there is a problem with rising prices for foreign players, an additional and more significant one is seen with the reports of Stones' potentially extraordinary transfer fee. Due to the need to have eight home grown players on your books, there are only a handful of professionals that the bigger clubs would deem good enough to be in their squad.
If you look at the last pair of English players that City have signed, you can see plain and clear the ridiculous prices they have paid with Raheem Sterling costing £50 million and, more interestingly, Patrick Roberts joining from Fulham for £12 million. Roberts has been in fine form since joining Celtic on loan but his signing for Manchester City would seem a case of filling up their English quota.
The 19-year-old hadn't scored for Fulham in his 22 appearances for the club and although he has bags of potential, the £12m price tag would seem a case of City spending over the odds on a young English player just because they have the money.
A young English player with any sort of potential seems to be the most expensive player on the market, with the exception of world-class talents, and the mooted free for Stones emphasises that.
The defender was impressive last season – of that there is no doubt – but to say that he is more valuable than someone like Leonardo Bonucci is insulting. Yes, he does have age on his side but it is hard to call him the 7th most expensive player of all time at this stage in his career.
Nor was Raheem Sterling worthy of his price tag or Andy Carroll of his. However, with no end in sight, the overpaying for young English talents is a trend that will continue in the Premier League for many years to come.
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Made to Last is a delightful romantic comedy that will keep you turning the pages to see what will happen next in Miranda Woodruff's mixed-up life. The life she lives in front of the camera on her reality TV home improvement show isn't exactly her current reality. Jilted shortly before her wedding three years ago, Miranda has abandoned her faith and lost hope in finding love. She feels like her show is all she has left, and when its future is in question, she takes drastic measures to ensure its survival. Unfortunately, a reporter looking for a juicy story begins to shadow her at the same time that she begins leading a double life. As he uncovers the truth, he must decide whether to use the story to further his career or keep Miranda's secrets to save her career, reputation, and their friendship.
Full of plot twists and surprises, laughter and tears, Made to Last is entertaining, suspenseful, humorous, and hopeful. Through the characters' struggles with faith and love, we are reminded that God offers redemption even in our biggest messes.
I received this book from the publisher in exchange for an honest review.
I forgot to mention that there were some integral characters in this book whose stories were not completed in the pages of this novel. I'm expecting and looking forward to a sequel.


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On the other end of the spectrum is Barger's straight-line furniture, made from both "love and utilitarian elements;" Kahn, finding the line between "the domestic and the fantastical," documents life inside the home; and finally, Ana Kraš, who shot Dev Hynes for the cover of office Issue 09, explores her own analytical process through sculpture and drawing.
In all, the exhibition is a story of juxtaposition told through the intersections of fine art, functionality and fluid interior design.
'A Cat's Meow' is on view now through March 17 at 179 E. Broadway.
Lead image by Misha Kahn; all photos courtesy of Brooke Wise.


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Monthly Archives: March 2015
UNO Family and Community Fair
UNO invites the entire family for a morning of fun, food, and information from experts that will address topics affecting family, school, and community. On Saturday, March 7th at the… Read more
Chicago Takes the Plunge
Thousands braved the icy temperature and freezing water on Sunday for the 15th Annual Chicago Polar Plunge at North Avenue Beach. Lake Forest native Vince Vaughn, "Chicago Fire" cast members,… Read more
Introducing the New Stars of Rainforest Adventure
The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum introduced five new species of live animals for guests to interact with beginning March 5th to highlight the second-half of Rainforest Adventure's extended run. "It… Read more
Collaboraction Extends Forgotten Future: The Education Project
By: Ashmar Mandou Mired in political contention, the shuttering of Chicago public schools was undeniably an issue that affected families across the city and was the key topic of debate… Read more
Emanuel Announces Expansion, Upgrade of Domestic Violence Pilot Program
Mayor Rahm Emanuel, State's Attorney Anita Alvarez, Chicago Police Superintendent Garry McCarthy, the Chicago Metropolitan Battered Women's Network, and Family Rescue announced the city's domestic violence pilot program — designed… Read more
Cicero Celebrates MMA World Champions
On Friday, March 6th Cicero Town President Larry Dominick invites all to the World Championship Dinner at The Wishing Well, 5828 W. 26th St, Cicero, for an evening of dinner… Read more
Blue Ribbon Campaign on State Street to Prevent Child Abuse
Pro Se Services, a nonprofit, has partnered with the Illinois Department of Children & Family Services (DCFS), Chicago Loop Alliance, John Marshall Law School, local schools and universities, churches, community… Read more
The Venezuelan Visa Limit
by Daniel Nardini In an effort at further shooting his country in the foot, Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has imposed visa limits on all Americans wishing to enter Venezuela. This… Read more
A Wise Decision for Pregnant Women
by Daniel Nardini An employee named Ann (a false name to protect her legal rights and privacy), who worked for UPS, had requested that she be given light work because… Read more
Berwyn Police Dept. Reminds Drive Safely on St. Patrick's Day
Berwyn Police Chief James Ritz announced they will be conducting special patrols this St. Patrick's Day holiday to crack down on drunk drivers. Un-buckled motorists also will be ticketed. "Too… Read more


text: Medhat Mamdouh, a popular musician from Cairo Egypt, has incorporated beatboxing and a recorder into an incredible rendition of Game of Thrones opening theme. Mamdouh is a well known beatboxer who has gained worldwide recognition for playing songs with his recorder while beatboxing at the same time. You can watch the video below.


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Amazon Web Services (AWS) is a complete and evolving cloud computing platform provided by Amazon. It offers a combination of infrastructure as a service (IaaS), platform as a service (PaaS) and software as a service (SaaS) offers.
The few domains of AWS :
- Calculate
- Storage
- Database
- Migration
- Network and content delivery
- Administration tools
- Security and identity conformance
- Messages
AWS services
Amazon launched the AWS during the initial phase of transition of cloud computing. Before launching, Amazon rebuilt its infrastructure to consolidate power and server storage after perceiving that its host servers were close to 50% below capacity. Amazon bundles AWS with scalable and virtually unlimited computing, storage and bandwidth capabilities. AWS uses the payment subscription price model based on usage or payment for your use.
AWS services include:
- Amazon Elastic Cloud Computing (EC2)
- Amazon Simple Storage Service (Amazon S3)
- Amazon CloudFront
- Amazon Relational Database Service (Amazon RDS)
- Amazon SimpleDB
- Amazon Simple Notification Service ( Amazon SNS)
- Amazon Simple Queue Service (Amazon SQS)
- Amazon Virtual Private Cloud (Amazon VPC)
Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud (Amazon EC2)
Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud (Amazon EC2) is a web service that provides a secure and scalable computing capacity in the cloud. It has been designed to facilitate cloud computing on the Web for developers. It provides complete control of computing resources and allows you to operate in Amazon's proven computing environment. Amazon EC2 reduces the time it takes to get and initialize new server instances in minutes, allowing you to quickly scale capacity, both up and down, as your computing requirements change. The Amazon EC2 changes the economics of computing, allowing you to pay only for the capacity you actually use. Amazon EC2 provides developers with the tools to create fault-resilient applications and isolate them from common error scenarios.
Amazon Simple Storage Service (Amazon S3)
Amazon S3 has been designed with a minimum set of resources and has been created to facilitate web computing for developers. The Amazon S3 is an object storage service that differs from cloud storage in block and file. Each object is stored as a file with its metadata included and receives an identification number. Applications use this identification number to access an object. Unlike cloud storage of files and blocks, a developer can access an object through a REST API.
Amazon CloudFront
Amazon CloudFront is an email network server. Data, videos, applications and APIs secure to customers all over the world, AWS is a high transfer speed, all in a favorable environment or development.CloudFront is integrated as AWS: both are the physical and technical means of the AWS global infrastructure, as well as external AWS services. CloudFront works perfectly with the services included in the Shield for the mitigation of DDoS, Amazon S3, Elastic Load Balancing or Amazon EC2 as origins for its applications, and Lambda execution code.
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Amazon Relational Database Service (Amazon RDS)
Amazon RDS (Relational Database Service) The Amazon RDS (Relational Database Service) is a fully managed SQL database cloud service that allows you to create and operate relational databases. Using the RDS, you can access your files and databases anywhere, in an economical and highly scalable way. The Amazon RDS has the following features
- Scalable – the Amazon RDS allows you to scale the relational database using the AWS Management Console or the specific RDS API. We can increase or decrease your RDS requirements in minutes.
- Host replacement – Sometimes, these situations occur when the Amazon RDS hardware fails.
- Cheap – Using Amazon RDS, we pay only for the resources we consume. No initial or long-term commitment
- Secure – Amazon RDS provides full control over the network to access its database and associated services
- Automatic backups – Amazon RDS backs up everything in the database, including transaction records of up to five minutes, and also manages the automatic backup periods.
- Software patch: automatically obtains all the latest patches for the database software. We can also specify when the software must be corrected using the engine version management engine.
Amazon SimpleDB
Amazon SimpleDB is a distributed database written in Erlang by Amazon.com. It is used as a Web service together with the Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud and the Amazon S3 and is part of Amazon Web Services.
SimpleDB provides a URL endpoint to guarantee encrypted messages between an application and a domain. In combination with AWS Identity and Access Management, you can create permissions for groups and users for specific SimpleDB domains. Amazon SimpleDB works with other Amazon services to give developers the ability to store their data in Amazon Simple Queue Service and run their applications in the Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud.
Amazon Simple Notification Service ( Amazon SNS)
AWS SNS runs within Amazon's proven network infrastructure and data centers. The themes available in AWS will be accessible whenever the applications wish. To prevent messages from being lost, all messages revealed to Amazon SNS remain redundant across multiple servers and data centers.
Amazon SNS provides themes for high-performance messages, based on push and many for many. Using Amazon SNS themes, your publisher systems can distribute messages to a large number of subscriber endpoints for parallel processing, including Amazon SQS queues, AWS Lambda functions and HTTP / S webhooks. In addition, the SNS can be used to spread notifications for end users through push, SMS and email for mobile devices.
Amazon Simple Queue Service (Amazon SQS)
The Amazon Simple Queue Service (Amazon SQS) is a pay-per-use web service for storing messages in transit between computers. Developers use SQS to create distributed applications with decoupled components without having to deal with the overhead of creating and maintaining message queues.
SQS eliminates the complexity and overhead associated with the administration and operation of message-oriented middleware and allows developers to concentrate on differentiating work. Start with the SQS in minutes using the AWS console, the line interface or the SDK of your choice and three simple commands. The SQS offers two types of message queues. The standard queues offer maximum transfer speed, order of best effort and delivery at least once. The FIFO rows of SQS are designed to ensure that messages are processed exactly once, in the exact order that I have been.
Amazon Virtual Private Cloud
Amazon Virtual Private Cloud is a server of computation in the commercial network for users and private users, and for "not being in a logically isolated site of Amazon Web Services Cloud". Corporate clients can access the Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud for my private social network based on IPsec.
An Amazon Private Cloud (VPC) allows users to use AWS resources in a virtual network. Users can customize the virtual network environment in the environment, such as selecting or modifying the IP time interval, secondary networks, and configuring the network windows and access doors.
A list of AWS services that can be used as Amazon VPC are:
- Amazon EC2
- Amazon Route 53
- Amazon WorkSpaces
- Auto Scaling
- Elastic Load Balancing
- AWS Pipeline
- Elastic Bean
- Amazon Elastic Cache
- Amazon EMR
- Amazon OpsWorks
- Amazon RDS
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He has asked you to the prom. You have your hair and nail appointments made. You've been building a beautiful tan. You're eating right to look your best. Now it's time to pick out The Dress that will make you a star!
Find out what styles are current. You don't want to look like everyone else, but it is important to know what is hot right now. Browse through magazines. Do some window shopping. Watch award shows and celebrity events to see what the stars are wearing… it'll be what's hot next.
Consider your body type. Think about the features you want to accent and what you want to mask. If you have larger hips, create balance with an eye-catching top. If you are larger on top, keep the bodice simple and consider a lower-cut neckline. If you're heavier overall, look for longer dresses to lengthen the body. If you're petite, avoid big decorations and rock those short dresses. When in doubt, go a-line… it's a style known for flattering all body types.
Flatter your skin tone. Black, white, and pink are classic prom dress colors, but there is a huge array of colors available so you can look your best. Don't forget to consider your eye and hair colors, as well.
Get other opinions. Grab your parents, an opinionated friend, and that stylish aunt and find out which of your favorites they think suits you best. They can give you a fresh perspective in making a decision.
Be comfortable. You're going to be in that dress for several hours. You'll be sitting and standing and dancing. Make sure you choose a dress that you feel great and confident in!
Don't forget your budget. You want a great look that doesn't break the bank and those options are out there. Set a price and stick to it, but leave yourself a little wiggle room for the perfect dress. I personally love JenJenHouse for their stunning, unique dresses and amazing prices. Their choices leave you plenty of room for seeking out great accessories.


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There is an easy and affordable method of adding course to any bedroom; simply include a canopy bed! Canopy beds could seem hard to make or costly to buy, however if you know how to do some improvisation and look for the best deals, you can have your very own in no time at all. Simply install curtain rods on each end of the bed, hang soft fabrics, and you already have a canopy impact.
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The mirror has actually been a smart addition in the contemporary age. A tactically placed mirror can truly enhance not just the appearance of the room however can likewise offer you an illusion of a larger area. Combining the attributes of a mirror with the storage and organizing capabilities of a precious jewelry armoire has actually made this piece of furniture very versatile.
For those who would prefer a more stress-free state of mind for their bedroom, a bedroom set in earth colors like mocha or moss green are advised. You must decide on exactly what product you would like your bedroom set to be made of.
With the calming impacts that Asian inspired furniture designs can provide, an increasing number of consumers are counting on Asian design modern beds in an effort to produce a level of calming Zen in their houses. Since the styles can vary from the minimalist to the complex, anybody can discover the best Asian inspired design to satisfy their requirements so they can experience its calming impacts for many years to come.
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A bedding design in a bed room shows the taste of a person, the collection that he likes one of the most. Having a great bedding collection is a terrific option and when you are uncertain exactly what to look into, you can constantly go through some of the bedding catalogues that will offer you some interesting ideas. There are a rating of huge collections online that can be tough to judge from, but you can make fine judgments once you exactly understand exactly what you desire.


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Each year in August the American Cheese Society holds a conference that includes a judging of the best artisan cheeses in the United States and Canada. Each year in October the Great American Beer Festival is held in Denver and it includes a judging of the best American craft beer. For me, these events offer another excuse for putting great cheese and great beer together.
For the past few weeks I have been pondering how to approach the Cheese and Cheers Medal Pairings for 2013, and for the past couple days I have been tinkering with combinations. This morning I saw a Facebook post from Windy City Distributing, one of a couple of Chicago beer wholesalers that have in recent years blessed us with great beers from nearby and from other regions. Windy City is congratulating the brewing companies in its portfolio for the recognition they received earlier this month at GABF. That should be enough to get me off first base in posting some of my thoughts about pairing the award winners.
The Cheese Societies judging includes a best of show award that pits the winners from all categories against one another. In recent years that has been expanded to include a second- and third-place best of show. This year's Best of Show winner is Flagsheep, a sheep's milk variation on Flagship, a sort of bandaged cheddar made by Beecher's Handmade Cheese, Seattle. This cheese has an earthy, milky flavor with a hint of lanolin and barnyard. Its texture is slightly dry and crumbly. I am tempted to put it with an English style brown, and the gold medal winner at this year's GABF was Sierra Blanca Nut Brown Ale from Sierra Blanca Brewery, Moriarity, NM. I won't be able to get that beer in Chicago, so I might pair it with a Bell's Best Brown or the Eugene Porter from Revolution Brewing Co., Chicago. Sierra Nevada's fall seasonal is the Tumbler Autumn Brown, which should be available coast to coast. I would think that Flagsheep might sell out pretty quickly, but Flagship should be available at good cheese retailers in most regions of the U.S.
Included in Windy City's list is a silver medal nod to Ebel's Weiss, a traditional Hefewiezen made by Two Brothers Brewing Co., of west suburban Chicago. If I were inclined to put together an Illinois pairing, I would try this with another sheep's milk cheese, Black Sheep, from Prairie Fruits Farm and Creamery, Champaign, IL. That cheese took first place in the sheep's milk division of the soft ripened cheese category during the cheese competition at this year's conference in Raleigh, NC. Another good match might be Bear Republic's Cafe Racer Imperial IPA (California, silver), with Carr Valley's 4-year Cheddar (Wisconsin, 3rd place).
Oh, the possibilities are nearly endless! Would love to hear from readers trying out their own pairings of these highly recognized products. For the record, there were more than 1,700 cheeses in competition at ACS this year and more than 4,300 beers were vying for medals at GABF. Next year the Cheese Society conference will be in Madison, Wis., so I will finally get back. I would encourage readers with even a vague interest in cheese to attend the public events that are geared toward consumers. And everyone should attend GABF at least once.


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T. Boone Pickens is hilarious in this exchange with CNBC anchors. Let's just say he has a choleric personality.
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1). LOSE WEIGHT: Oh yeah, let's start big, shall we? Pun intended, because I hate myself. This is the top resolution for an eating disorder girl gone lazy, I'm thinking, or that's true for me. This is the year I get serious about my eating disorder and make it work for ME! And I mean serious like I was in high school, that assurance of immortality mixed with breakneck death wish. That's some deadly real shit. Or maybe, fuck it, I'll be a grown up and fire up the Weight Watcher's app I still have downloaded and I'm paying that monthly fee like a snooze alarm on my self hatred, never using it but telling myself I will. How many assholes just like me account for the bulk of Weight Watcher's profits? Or you know, maybe I won't do any of this shit, like I never do any of this shit – just flirt with the idea enough to get by, enough to keep my eating disorder inflamed and kicking me from the inside like some demon baby that never shuts up. And maybe that's okay because to be honest as a chubby neurotic mess I still manage to get plenty of dick and that's what it's all about, right? Validation? So I'm good. No plans to lose any weight in the new year.
2). EXERCISE: There's just no way I'm going to do this, and we all know it, so really it would be pretty embarrassing if I made this resolution. Picture me telling people, I'm going to exercise more this year! and them shifting their eyes around being like, Oh great, yeah. But no danger of that, there are infinite reasons not to try and fail at this. Partly because it involves engaging with the outdoors or the world at large in some way. Partly because I have the stamina and strength of a premie crackbaby. Partly because my depression hisses at sunlight and activity like it's garlic and holy water. Partly because I look stupid in all clothes that one might deem "workout clothes." There's really no end to reasons not to exercise. I'm unclear what the pros are. Prolonged life maybe?? Pass. Hard pass.
3). EAT BETTER: Honestly I think this is for pussies. You know? I mean, really, think about what we're up against with 2017. I don't talk about politics because I try not to engage in anything more real than Netflix and social media, but even I know that we're in trouble and it's all fucking doomed. Imagine if the apocalypse comes about, and some of us survive. Who's going to make it in the burned out rubble of the new dead world? People who are used to shit like quinoa and hummus and fresh vegetables and almond milk or whatever? Or people like me who can survive on lard and salt and questionable meat processed to death with bonemeal to make it stick – frozen and fast food so fake and greasy the fucking wrapper goes all orange and see through? If you don't know what I'm talking about with the see through wrapper, you're not going to make it after the blast. You need the fortitude to be able to eat trash like a fucking cockroach and survive without water, you need bad body fat and guts like a garbage can. Check. My self hatred diet stays the same, and I'll still be here.
4). BE MORE ORGANIZED: This seems innocuous enough, doesn't it? But here's the thing. I take on way too much, I do it epidemically. I take all opportunities offered to me like some kind of unstoppable moron, always picked last for everything in middle school, now as an awkward adult saying yes automatically because I crave validation. Then I panic and shut down and get instantly and permanently behind. That's why you're reading this piece that I agreed to write before Christmas well into 2017. Couldn't get my shit together. All I'm ever doing is just enough to get by and give the appearance of productivity. I'm skimming the surface. The thinnest veneer of work. I'm that part in Don't Tell Mom the Babysitter's Dead where she's trained to say, I'm right on top of that, Rose! So the thought of actually getting for real organized and lining all my editing and writing and teaching and mom and life shit up and figuring out how to stay on track with it and really FACING the crushing weight of what I am actually responsible for in this world – really, I think that might kill me. My heart might stop beating and I'd cease to live. So, yeah, I think it's best if I just forge ahead pretending to be organized and productive while underneath the appearance of my social media presence I teem with misery and panic at all the undone shit. It might be what's keeping me alive – the tension of that. Let's not find out.
5). QUIT SMOKING: Well, shit. I don't smoke anything. Should I start? It seems like this might be a good one to reverse break. Maybe that's a thing I'll spearhead. Make a resolution to significantly worsen my life by taking on a destructive habit – new year, new shittier me! Smoking is terrible and expensive. Plus I have asthma so this is definitely a solid idea all around. I think what I'll do is become one of these vaping assholes. Can a girl be a vapelord? What is that for girls, a vapemilady? I could get that bedazzled across the back of a acid wash denim jacket easy. People will know me for my jacket and the fat vape clouds I rip and the distant sound of ambulance sirens racing to the aid of my crippling asthma attack. That's how hardcore I'll be. Finally, a cause worth dying for. Vapemilady. Is that Twitter handle taken? Checking now.
6). BE LESS PHONE ADDICTED: LOL. Nope. Next.
7). SPEND MORE TIME WITH FRIENDS AND FAMILY: This also seems fairly innocuous, doesn't it? But what would it entail? Let's break it down. Coming off the life support of television and twitchy constant phone scrolling and auto-eating. Finding clothes that fit your fat ass and don't have dried chocolate them and putting them on your body. Doing whatever the bare minimum of grooming is necessary to make is at all socially acceptable to leave the house. Once out, looking people in the eyes and speaking to them. Incidental or accidental thawing of the deadness inside that comes with human interaction, allowing anxiety and doubt and sadness to scream in. This is what it takes to get coffee with a friend or to go to a family dinner at Golden Corral. Maybe these things seem simple or bearable because they're temporary but there is always the possibility of obstacles thrown in, additional encounters you didn't plan on. In fact at the Golden Corral near my house there are clowns who rove among the tables looking for people to draw into a public magic trick. Magic trick Golden Corral clowns. This is not a joke. It's real. The world is horrifying and real. No thank you. I'll continue to spend my life dodging these bullets and living the sweet life of a terminally ill shut in.
8). BUDGET AND SAVE: Really honestly at this point I don't know what quality of life is left for anyone who tries to follow these fucking resolutions. So – I'm a drug addict by genetics who is sober by behavior. What that means is that because I don't let myself smoke and snort and swallow all the shit my body wants, the frantic impulse to consume spirals out somehow. We've already discussed my eating disorder and my roach-like garbage eating habits. Now let's talk about the shit I compulsively buy. Like – a Bayside High off the shoulder Kelly Kapowski sweatshirt that was obviously too small and then I never returned it because Depression. Like lipstick I will never use because I look like a low rent poorly cared for drag queen or someone's dad at a drunken neighborhood Halloween party when I wear almost any makeup. Like those shitty DVDs that cost five bucks in that weird end of aisle display at the grocery store – stuff I'll never watch such as Bridget Jones Diary Two or Nights in Rodanthe. Like notebooks I will never fill with the writing I'm too emotionally paralyzed to do. Sure, I could stop buying this stuff – in theory. But what else would go haywire with the added pressure of a self imposed moratorium on super soft throw blankets from the kids' room section at Target to pile on my nest-like bed in the dark where I binge swallow episodes of The Office until four am? We don't want to know. No one wants to know, lease of all me.
9). BE MORE ADVENTUROUS: Are you kidding me? What could this possibly mean? What could be good about this? So it's what – camping? Sleep outdoors where there's no electricity, no television, nowhere to charge your phone, no microwave to make frozen chicken crispers from the Target freezer aisle, no bed, just like some rocks and bugs and raccoons who want to steal your shit, and weather and wind and shit and a tent that I will definitely put together wrong so it will definitely fall over? No. Or maybe this is more like, take a pottery class. Fuck that too. A whole new area of life to fail in and feel inadequate about and also I'm paying for it and also I'm left with a shitty vase or something that looks like a mental patient or a third grader made it. I can't think of anything good that could possibly come from the word "adventurous." Miss me with this shit.
10). WATCH LESS TELEVISION: Once when my best friend from high school was in college she told a classmate that she was feeling depressed and lonely and the classmate, who was clearly an idiot, said, Why don't you turn your television towards the wall and put a note on it that says Enemy? And she shot back, Or I could turn it back around and put a note on it that says Only Friend. Hero status. I love that exchange. Fuck that negative person who tried to shame her for loving television. She has great taste too – midget reality shows, for example. The idea of giving television up or even reducing it fills me with fear. The anesthesia it provides for my brain and my whole body. The way it eats up time. The ritual of watching the same things over and over. How it floods a dark room with safe light. What would be the purpose of giving it up, what would you do instead? Yeah I know – read. But see with reading, you have to feel something. I'm not into that. Feeling less, and in that trying to hang onto the thread of survival I have – that's my 2017 mood.


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God allows situations into our lives to test-drive our faith. In other words, testy people or unlikeable circumstances may be permitted into our lives in order for us to put our faith into action.
Do we really believe what we say? Or are we just talking the talk and not walking the walk?
For example, let's say I wanted to buy a new car. First of all, I would sit down with my husband Coby and talk about what we could afford. Then, I would spend countless hours meandering through the worldwide web looking at cars that would best suite our family. And of course, I would probably glance at a few options that may not be a good choice, but nonetheless, are quite tempting. I would also read some car reviews by actual owners and peruse the Consumer Magazine car rating (just because my dad always told me to). And then, the day would come that my hubby and I would drive to the car dealer and look at the car we wanted. We would try out the seats and the beautiful amenities. Satellite radio. Sun-roof. Internet for the kids. The car salesman would now be hounding us and we would comply by asking to take it for a test drive. Why? Because we want to know first-hand how the car handles. We don't want to just hear it from somebody else.
In much the same way, you can say you believe in God. You can memorize a few bible verses and sing a few worship songs. You can go to church and even be arm-twisted into serving in the kid's area. You can take a bible study class. You can even be extremely bold and tell someone else you believe in God. You can go through the all the motions. But you will never know God in the deep, rich, abundant way that you should until you experience Him for yourself. It must become personal.
"Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing." James 1:2-4
God tests our faith to produce steadfastness, which is also translated as endurance. It comes from the Greek word hypomonḗ and is defined as "a remaining behind, a patient enduring." Not getting out in the lead. Not running your own show. Patiently enduring the challenges God allots in our lives so that (keep reading James 1:2-4)"…steadfastness will have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing."
Isn't that what we all are after? A mature faith. A steadfast faith. Perfect and complete, lacking nothing. One more verse…
"In this you rejoice, though now for a little while, if necessary, you have been grieved by various trials, so that the tested genuineness of your faith—more precious than gold that perishes though it is tested by fire—may be found to result in praise and glory and honor at the revelation of Jesus Christ." 1 Peter 1:6-7
May you find hope in knowing that our trials are but for a little while. They are temporary. They will not last forever. And yes, we will be grieved by our various trials, but we can hold on to this truth: "We are tested so that the genuineness of our faith may be found to result in praise and glory and honor at the revelation of Jesus Christ." God allows us to be tested over and over again so that we become seasoned faith walkers.
- So that we grow deep roots.
- So that we are not easily shaken.
- So that we are tenacious and steadfast in our pursuit of Him.
Stick in there, my friend. Heaven is worth this crazy ride!


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Community involvement is a game changer for construction companies because it makes them part of the community team. Here are ideas to make it work for your company.
By Carolina Norgaard
Construction companies exist to create change—and while the change is usually for the better, the local community doesn't always see it that way. In many cases, new projects are met with resistance. Community members may have a sentimental connection with a building that's set for demolition. Or, maybe they're unhappy about the way their tax dollars are being spent on the construction of a new government building. Whatever the reason for the resistance, it can affect your ability to get the job done, and get it done on time.
Get In The Right Light
But, by building a strong relationship with the community, you can enforce the idea that your company truly has their best interests in mind. With strong community involvement, you'll create an environment that welcomes communication, and shows your company in a positive light.
So what exactly is community involvement? It involves participating in activities that bring your community closer together. It entails lending a helping hand to those who are in need. Here are a few tips to help you get involved and maximize meaningfulness.
1. Put in the Time
It's easy enough writing a check to sponsor a local little league team—and while financial philanthropy is an important part of community involvement, it's not the only way to get involved! Sometimes, especially when extra funds are tight, the best way to build your connection with the community is to get your hands a little dirty. Get a group together to volunteer at a Habitat for Humanity project or at a local soup kitchen. Putting others first is a great way to show that your company isn't just a corporate entity; it's made up of humans with hearts!
2. Inspire the Next Gen
Kids hold the keys to your future as a community, so you might consider getting involved with the schools to reach these youngsters. They're eager to learn and they're driven to reach their dreams. Hold a fun safety seminar to teach kids about the importance of wearing proper protective equipment. Or, sponsor a building block competition to help kids unleash their creativity in constructive ways.
3. Be Seen
There's no better way to be involved with your community than to simply take part in local activities. Is there a 5k run coming up? Gather up a team of runners and non-runners alike, get matching shirts and have a fun time! At a community festival or event, don't just set up a booth and sell your company to the community, encourage your employees to attend on their own terms and network in a more organic way.
4. Help Out in Tough Times
The community needs you most during times of trouble. Whether your hometown was hit with a hurricane or a massive snowstorm, construction companies often have an assisting advantage in the case of an unfortunate disaster. Not only do you have the tools and equipment to help move and clean up debris, but you also likely have the manpower with the skills needed to lend a helping hand.
All companies should strive to have a strong connection with their local community, and construction companies aren't exempt! With these tips, you can work to build a meaningful relationship with your surrounding community, making a difference while improving the efficacy of your job.
About the Author
Carolina Norgaard is the Marketing Manager at Munilla Construction Management. MCM has been dedicated to building excellence for over 30 years in the Greater Miami area, as well as Texas and Panama.


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Pot: WSGI
This Python on the Toilet issue is also available as PDF.
WSGI is a Python standard for how web servers can interact with web frameworks. It's one of my favorite standards: it's simple yet very powerful.
To write a WSGI web application you only need to create one function.
def my_app(environ, start_response): start_response('200 OK', [('Content-Type', 'text/plain')]) return repr(environ)
The function receives a
environ argument – a dictionary with all the environment variables. The
start_response function can be called with the status line and a list of headers as soon as you're ready to send output.
New Python releases contain the library
wsgiref which can be used to get started quickly with a simple web server (that should not be used in production).
pre..from wsgiref.simple_server import make_server
httpd = make_server('', 8000, my_app)
Save these two snippets in a file e.g.
myapp.py and execute it with Python. This will serve the sample application on port 8000. Try it out.
You don't usually want to write your own application directly on top of WSGI. But most frameworks now implement WSGI which has led to better interoperability. If you still want to use WSGI directly, there are a ton of good tools such as WebOb?, "Werkzeug" or "Paste". I used WebOb to easily build a REST service framework called WsgiService.
For more information I recommend the specification for WSGI which is a good read.
This post is part of the Python on the toilet series.


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I watched a video by makeup artist Violette, where she uses eye liner, then smudges it with her finger to make a smokey eye. I do this all the time with this eyelliner. It works perfectly it stays on all day. Absolutely love it.
The only complaint I have is the brush in my tube has begun to curl and seperate a little bit, so I just have to trim it to make it more precise, as it was when I first received it.
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IBF's President Takes Leave
IBF president Robert Lee Sr. has taken a leave of absence from the group he founded so he can defend himself against charges he took bribes to rig boxing rankings.
The IBF hopes the move will persuade federal prosecutors to drop attempts to install a court-appointed monitor for one of the sport's major governing bodies.
Assistant U.S. Attorney Joseph Braunreuther, lead prosecutor in the effort to get a monitor, had no comment.
"We'll respond in court," he said.
Lee offered to stay on leave until the charges are resolved. A trial is scheduled for Jan. 11 but most likely will start later in the year.
The 65-year-old Lee noted he has a heart condition and complications from diabetes. He said he could not wage a defense and "continue to give the IBF the time and attention it deserves from its president and commissioner."
The IBF said its executive committee unanimously accepted Lee's offer and appointed one of its vice presidents, Hiawatha Knight of Detroit, to serve as president during Lee's absence.
The retired gym teacher and high school athletic coach was a member of the Michigan State Athletic Boxing Commission from 1978 to 1988, the last eight years as chairwoman.
A message left for Knight at the IBF's headquarters in East Orange, N.J., was not immediately returned Monday.
The IBF took the actions Dec. 7, but made no announcement until Monday. IBF lawyer Linda Torres said the organization had been busy preparing legal papers to fight a government takeover.
An indictment and a government lawsuit brought last month accuse Lee and others of taking $338,000 in bribes to change the organization's rankings. The rankings play a big role in determining fights and purses for boxers.
U.S. District Judge John Bissell last month imposed spending restrictions on the IBF while prosecutors prepared their case for a monitor.
Bissell set a Dec. 22 hearing on whether to grant their request for an injunction removing Lee and installing a monitor. If approved, it would be the first time a monitor was imposed on a sports organization.
The IBF said Monday it "should not be singled out for this unprecedented action."
"No other sports group which has gone through similarly difficult times has come under this kind of attack by the federal government not the U.S. or International Olympic Committees, not the NCAA, not any other professional or amateur sports organization where one or more individual members have had similar allegations made against them," the IBF said.
Monitors have been installed a dozen times in the 20-year history of the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organization Act, generally to cleanse mob-riddled labor unions. Zachary Carter, the former U.S. attorney for Brooklyn, Queens and Long Island, is the choice of prosecutors here to become the IBF monitor.
Prosecutors also want Lee banned from boxing for lif, but that issue probably would not be resolved until after a trial.
Lee founded the IBF in 1983, pledging to bring fairness to the rankings. The IBF gets a share of purses for sanctioning fights, and prosecutors say the group began taking improper payments almost from its inception.
The indictment said seven promoters and managers were involved, as well as 23 boxers. They have not been charged, and the indictment refers to them only by number. The investigation is continuing.
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In a new study led by researchers at Cardiff University, an international team has shown that it is likely the microwaves are coming from tiny crystals of carbon, Daily Mail reports. These carbon crystals known as nanodiamonds, can be found inside dust and gas clouds that surrounds newly formed stars.
Known as the anomalous microwave emission (AME), microwave glow first emerged when astronomers took measurements of radiation in space at the turn of the 21st century.
'In a Sherlock Holmes-like method of eliminating all other causes, we can confidently say the best candidate capable of producing this microwave glow is the presence of nanodiamonds around these newly formed stars,' said Dr. Jane Greaves of Cardiff University.
The light comes from energy released by rapidly spinning nanoparticles - which are bits of matter so small that they defy detection by ordinary microscopes.
This collection of dust and gas, known as a protoplanetary disk, is where planets begin to form and contains a whole host of organic molecules.
The extremely hot and energized conditions within these disks are ideal for nanodiamonds to form.
'This is the first clear detection of anomalous microwave emission coming from protoplanetary disks,' said David Frayer a coauthor on the paper and astronomer with the Green Bank Observatory.
The nanodiamonds within protoplanetary disks - that are hundreds of thousands of times smaller than a grain of sand - are often found in meteorites on Earth.
Researchers, led by astronomer Dr. Greaves, monitored 14 young star systems for these mysterious emissions. They found that three of them emitted the strange glow.
'We knew that some type of particle was responsible for the microwave light, but its precise source has been a puzzle since it was first detected nearly 20 years ago,' said Dr. Greaves, from Cardiff University.
The team used the Robert C. Byrd Green Bank Telescope in West Virginia and the Australia Telescope Compact Array to examine three young stars emitting AME light.
By studying the infrared light that was coming from the protoplanetary disks surrounding the stars, the team were able to match this with the unique signature that is naturally given off by nanodiamonds.
The team noted that the unique signal came from hydrogenated nanodiamonds, in which the crystalline carbon structure is surrounded by hydrogen-bearing molecules on its surface.
The study, Anomalous microwave emission from spinning nanodiamonds around stars, is published in the journal Nature Astronomy.


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Praise the Lord!
How good it is to sing praises to our God;
for he is gracious, and a song of praise is fitting.
The Lord builds up Jerusalem;
he gathers the outcasts of Israel.
He heals the broken-hearted,
and binds up their wounds.
He determines the number of the stars;
he gives to all of them their names.
Great is our Lord, and abundant in power;
his understanding is beyond measure.
The Lord lifts up the downtrodden;
he casts the wicked to the ground.
Sing to the Lord with thanksgiving;
Psalm 147:1-7a
Travel, packing, long lines at the ticket counter, waiting for an overdue plane or train, wondering when the phone will ring and we will hear the words, 'we're here!' This is the time of year when folks travel, when we go to someone's house or they come to ours, when families get together for their annual holiday reunion.
For many, as hectic as it is, we look forward to such gatherings. We love to decorate, to cook, to get the guest rooms ready. We enjoy the old stories being told (for the umpteenth time), the same old jokes, getting a chance to see who has gotten more grey hair or who has lost more, who has traveled the furthest. Getting together with as many people as possible is what makes the season so wonderful for us (though to be honest, most of us subscribe to the old bromide that relatives are like fish - after three days, throw them out!).
But for others of us, we would rather undergo root canal than gather with our families. We know we will sit around tables talking superficially, while the painful stories lie just under the table licking at our feet. We will have to 'make nice' with the one who delighted in ridiculing us when we were growing up, with the one who has always made sure to let us know how worthless we are, to be in the same room with that relative who made life so unbearable for us. No wonder we can come up with so many creative excuses as to why we can't go home this year.
But there is One who is coming who is gracious to all of us who have been treated with contempt. There is One who, with the tools of hope and peace, comes to rebuild our lives. There is One who, despite everything the experts tell us, has the gifts of compassion, of healing, of reconciliation to mend every broken place in our soul, who wraps us in the gentle swaddling cloths of love and cradles us in wonder. There is One who comes to pick us up and carry us, however far, until we have regained the strength to walk on our own.
And we can sing with thanksgiving to this One, who not only comes, but who chooses to stay with us.
(c) 2011 Thom M. Shuman
Tuesday, December 06, 2011
First Wednesday of Advent
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You may have noticed some posts from our friends at the Strategist on the Cut. They'll be dropping in every now and again, sharing their expertise on the basics you don't have time to research and the weird and wonderful things you don't yet know you need.
We thought that Columbus Day was going to be the last big sales moment in October, but, boy, were we wrong. There are a bunch of great deals to be had right now: Everlane just replenished its selection of sale items, Bandier is having a 20 percent off Friends & Family sale (which applies on top of already discounted things), plus Nordstrom Rack has a bunch of great loungewear we want to wear through January. All that, plus our favorite bath tray, Susan Kelechi Watson's tote bag, and Fitbits that are hardly ever this cheap.
Writer Verena von Pfetten adores this bathtub tray for reading, watching shows, and enjoying a glass of wine in the tub — now it's on clearance for $10 off.
These cat-eye glasses are very Linda Rodin.
A slim commuter backpack with a laptop sleeve from Eastpak — the backpack line of hypebeasts.
The ever culty Everlane boyfriend jeans in black are now 20 bucks off.
If you haven't gotten on the fitness-activity-tracker train yet, now would be a good time — these Fitbits haven't been this cheap for a while.
Still looking for a good pair of slim sweatpants for lounging? We love the stuff from ecoconscious brand Alternative.
And if you're looking for something a bit splashier, these would be fun with a simple T-shirt.
As far as comfortable shoes go, few things touch the orthopedic credibility of Clarks. We like the actual look of these Terris (though we might want to cut off that little leather tassel once we get them).
Have you heard? It's all about the boxy but cropped jean jacket. This one's got some nice yarn-dyed fabric, too.
We love the smell of Murchison-Hume (see here) and would have the freshest house with this clean starter kit featuring four products: Counter Safe All-Purpose Surface Cleaner, Boys' Bathroom Cleaner, Heirloom Dish Soap, and Premium Glass Cleaner.
A very striking-looking curling iron from California-based luxury hair-tool brand T3.
Our favorite rain boots right now are Chelsea ones (no muss, no fuss!), and we just love the pointed toe and matte look on this pair.
Get your extremely charming and menswear-inspired pj's on sale here!
A seven-inch chef knife from German brand Henckels for a fraction of its original price.
The funniest little planter (we look at the mustache and laugh) that you could store pencils and pens in, too.
Bandier is having a big Friends & Family sale on its site right now (everything's an additional 20 percent off in your cart), including on these interesting-looking leggings.
Here's another pair of workout tights that are all-black save for a few bands of color at the ankle.
A super work bag that's reversible and also celebrity-endorsed. Susan Kelechi Watson of This Is Us owns this and says she got it after seeing it on a friend: "It was a fly bag! I asked her about it, expecting it to be some $300 thing, and when she told me she got it at Urban Outfitters, I was like, "Oh, whaaat Urban Outfitters?" So for my birthday that year, I asked my mom to get it for me, and I now get so many compliments on that bag. I've had it for so many years, and I still get compliments."
So ugly, so comfy, and now so on sale.
We are very into these jeans: The azure shade of the blue, the crop at the ankle, the straight and slightly baggy legs, plus a high waist.
A blank tank top you could sweat in without worry at your next spin session.
The softest-looking robe in the prettiest shade of brown-pink. Would make a terrific holiday gift for mom.
We all need a good winter boot, but nobody makes sturdy seasonal footwear like Frye. Just be sure to treat the leather.
Put this pillow on your couch and bam: instant décor zhuzh.
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Beautiful Vintage Pink 1940's Fascinator Hat
$ 110.00
This beautiful pink vintage 1940's "doll hat/fascinator/mini hat" is very classic and chic. Truly one of a kind! The straps can tie either under the chin or behind the head. To create a floating hat appearance, tie the straps behind the head and pull your hair over the straps.
This hat is in excellent condition!
This hat is in excellent condition!


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Ever since the onset of digital evolution, the spams have also become common. No matter whether they are email spams or SMS spams, they have caused a lot of troubles to the people.
Today, when everything is going digital in all sense, spam attacks have also become extremely common. As per soakmind.com, there are numerous anonymous sms software, that allows user to send sms all over the world anonymously. These software have made spam attacks all the more common, since you cannot trace back from which number the message has been originally sent.
Similarly, in the case of emails, spammers lure people in the name of free goodies or lotteries. And those who are not much familiar with the spams, they fall prey to these spammers and phishing emails.
But did you know, there are numerous ways you can protect yourself from all of this. Whether it is email spams, or sms spams, you can safeguard yourself if you follow some simple steps.
Anti Spam software
Although it is difficult to eliminate all spams, but you can definitely reduce the number. There are many anti spam software available in the market today that help you clear your inbox from all spams. Due to software intelligence today, many such software are able to automatically identify such illegitimate messages and clear them for you.
If any message is left out, you can flag that message yourself, and the filter will identify to spam such kind of messages in future.
Self Awareness for SMS
When it comes to text messages, there are some things you need to be aware of. Self awareness is the best asset when you have to protect yourself from spam messages in your inbox.
- Do not open any link that is sent through the text. Even when you think it is from your trusted bank or friend. No matter how urgent they sound, do not open the links.
- Do not respond back the messages asking for your personal information. Again, neither to your friend, nor bank, or any other trusted source. Always call and give the information.
These are the 2 most important steps that will save you from spam messages filling your inbox. Always treat your personal information as if it is some cash. You never know what all can be done with your information.
SMS organizer
There are many mobile applications coming up that help you filter out the spams. SMS organizer is one such application you will find in your app store. This application automatically filters out the personal, transactional, and promotional messages for you.
Alternatively, truecaller application also helps you segregate the spam messages from your regular messages. These apps help a lot when it comes to mobile safety from spams.


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En-Sync Group is very proud to have a portfolio that encompasses both the Data Center and Industrial market segments. Over the years, we have focused our product offering to include companies that are market leaders and some of the best in their product divisions. We also represent a few developing and cutting edge technology companies that are breaking new ground in their respective fields.
Please review our list of products and let us know where we might be able to help.
Please review our list of products and let us know where we might be able to help.
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• 1 MW to 3.5MW UPS Systems: highest availability, highest reliability,
lowest TCO, highest energy efficiency, lowest footprint


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Working Documents on Policies Related to Competition and Regulation
The function of promoting and performing research work on the subject of competition has been assigned to the CNMC under article 5.2.h of Law 3/2013 of 4 June, on creation of the National Commission on Markets and Competition.
The series of Working Documents on Policies Related to Competition and Regulation are produced within the framework of this legal function and it originates from the commitment acquired in the CNMC's 2015 Action Plan, which includes production of these working documents as one of the actions (action 14.1).
The purpose of the Working Documents is to produce economic research in the areas of competition and regulation. On some occasions reports or research results from the CNMC may be included within the studies. The ultimate goal being pursued is to contribute to the defence and promotion of effective competition and efficient economic regulation in the Spanish economy.
Efectos de la eliminación de las restricciones de entrada geográficas en el sector de oficionas de farmacia
Among other functions, we have been assigned the task of promoting and performing research work on the subject of competition.


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- Flooring Dealers & Insta
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Kitchen & Bath
- Acrylic Walk In Tubs
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Bathroom Designs
This practical space takes top priority when it comes time to remodel . Choosing a brand-new look isn't always easy. The right bathroom design will make the comfortable space that meets your family's needs.
Important areas to consider when designing your new bathroom:
Layout Options.
Your best layout will depend on the amount of space you have to work with and the needs of your household.
Shower Base.
When it comes to your shower base, there are three main options: polymarble, tiled, and a shower over bath. Polymarble bases have been a familiar site in bathrooms for the last 50 years. They are easy to clean, solid, durable and attractive, plus, they can be molded into a huge range of shapes and sizes. Tiled bases give you the stylish look of a tiled floor, while being structurally sound and completely waterproof.
Shower Screen.
Your shower screen plays a big part in the overall feel of your bathroom, so it's important it ties in with the other features. Whether you go for semi-frameless, fully frameless, single glass screen, or even no screen, it can add a classic, modern or luxurious look.
Plumbing Fittings.
Although it may not be the first thing that springs to mind when imagining your new bathroom, your tap ware is a great opportunity to make a statement. There's an abundance of options. From classic to modern, minimal to elaborate, you're bound to find the perfect style to suit your taste. Your choice of color is important too – silver, gold and bronze are traditional choices, but in recent times, black has been a sought-after choice.
With the amount of stunning designs available, it's easy to fall into the trap of choosing a vanity purely on its good looks. And while this is obviously a factor, your focus should be on how you intend to use it. Do you need two basins? Large drawers? Or extra bench top space? You'll also need to decide on whether you want a wall-mounted vanity or one that sits on the floor, what type of mirror you'll include and the style of basin.
Wall Tiles.
When considering tiles, you need to choose a color, finish, and size that fits with your design. Once you've picked your tiles, the next step is to decide on the wall height. The standard option for modular designs is one meter in height, but you can opt to upgrade to floor to ceiling if you wish.
Think Ahead.
It's a good idea to look beyond your household's current needs and think ahead to what might be beneficial in the future. Things like a walk-in shower, a wider doorway, a hand-held shower head, and grab rails may all be essential for your comfort and accessibility in the years to come.


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Looking for an instant travel fix? Snuggle down with one of these scenic flicks and enjoy a trip around the world from the comfort of your sofa.
The Bond movies are a byword for exotic locations and epic scenery, and Skyfall is no exception. The driving sequence filmed on the A82 near Glen Coe will have you raring to race an Aston Martin DB5 through the Scottish Highlands.
The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel
This tale of a dilapidated Indian hotel and its colourful collection of guests are guaranteed to whet your wanderlust. The recently released sequel is packed with more inspiring shots of Rajasthan and the flamboyant city of Jaipur.
Lord of the Rings
New Zealand's incredible natural diversity and fantasy landscapes made it the perfect setting for Peter Jackson's Tolkien-inspired trilogy. It's impossible to watch the hobbits wandering through the rolling green landscapes of the Shire - now a preserved movie set near Matamata in the North Island - or see them trekking through the South Island's snow-blanketed mountains without wanting to follow in the actors' footsteps.
Under the Tuscan Sun
When a recently divorced writer buys a crumbling Italian villa on a whim, she's immersed in the rich life of rural Tuscany. Get prepared to fall in love with the mouth-watering town of Cortona and the sun-drenched countryside that surrounds it.
The Talented Mr Ripley
This Minghella-directed classic features an endless line-up of exotic Italian locations, including the island of Ischia, the postcard-perfect fishing village of Corricella, the Anzio coast and Rome's Capitoline Hill.
This charm-packed 2001 film captured the romantic essence of Paris. Filmed in the elegant neighbourhood of Montmartre, it tells the story of a chronically shy waitress who dreams up fanciful ways to help the people around her. The setting will wow you almost as much as the heart-warming plot.
The Sound of Music
From that opening shot of Salzburg's Lake District to the sun-dappled scenes set around Nonnberg Abbey, this feel-good musical is a constant flow of travel inspiration. The grand squares and ancient arches of Salzburg Old Town still look much as they did when the movie was filmed in the early 1960s.
Eat, Pray, Love
Based on a 2006 memoir by American author Elizabeth Gilbert, this fun-packed romantic comedy tells the story of one woman's trip around the globe. It's a virtual tour of some of the world's most beautiful locations, including Rome, Naples, Delhi and Bali.
Breakfast At Tiffany's
The glamorous New York lifestyle of eccentric society girl Holly Golightly is the focus of this timeless flick, which showcases the Big Apple at its most enticing. It flits between iconic Manhattan destinations, including Fifth Avenue, Lexington Avenue, Central Park and New York Public Library.
Before Sunrise
Vienna is the real star of this beautifully filmed romantic drama, starring Ethan Hawke and Julie Delpy as young travellers who meet on a train. The pair wander around the Austrian capital, starting at the Wien Westbahnhof rail station and taking in the Votivkirche, Naturhistorisches Museum and the Riesenrad in Prater park.