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Goldsboro Daily Argus, 26 January 1918.
During a brief stretch in which he was not pastor of Wilson's First Baptist Church, Rev. Fred M. Davis Sr. led the flock at Goldsboro's First African Baptist.
Goldsboro Daily Argus, 26 January 1918.
During a brief stretch in which he was not pastor of Wilson's First Baptist Church, Rev. Fred M. Davis Sr. led the flock at Goldsboro's First African Baptist.
Rocky Mount Telegram, 29 January 1960.
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Wilson Daily Times, 22 July 1944.
In the 1880 census of Gardners township, Wilson County: farmer Wade Barnes, 33; wife Adline, 25; children John, 6, Willis, 3, and Varina, 1; and Dury Simons, 60.
On 23 November 1894, John A. Barnes, 21, of Wilson County, married Sarah Jane Staten, 23, of Wilson County, at Margarett Staten's in Wilson. Witnesses were Aaron Sharp, William Weaver and George Weaver.
In the 1900 census of Gardners township, Wilson County: day laborer Johnny Barnes, 25; wife Sarah, 29; and children Victoria, 10, Robert, 8, Ella, 2, and Johnny, 8 months.
In the 1910 census of Gardners township, Wilson County: John Barnes, 36, church preacher; wife Sarah, 38, dressmaker; and children Robert, 16, Mary E., 12, John E., 11, Wade, 8, Rosa L., 4, and Frank, 3.
In the 1920 census of Gardners township, Wilson County: on Lipscomb Road, farmer John A. Barnes, 44; wife Sarah J., 45; and children Ella M., 22, John, 20, Wade, 17, Rosa L., 15, Frank, 12, Willie C., 10, Bessie M.C., 8, Roy L., 7, and Elson, 6. John Jr. and Wade worked as wagon factory laborers.
In the 1930 census of Gardners township, Wilson County: at 739 Lipscomb, owned and valued at $2000, farmer John A. Barnes, 55; wife Sarah, 55; aunt Lucy Bynum, 65; and son Frank W., 23, cook at cafe.
Mary Ella Barnes died 24 March 1934 at Mercy Hospital. Per her death certificate, she was born 1 July 1897 in Wilson County to John Allen Barnes of Wilson County and Sarah Jane Staton of Tarboro; was single; worked as a laundress; and resided at 403 Viola Street.
In the 1940 census of Gardners township, Wilson County: at 739 Lipscomb Road, garden worker John A. Barnes, 65; wife Sarah J., 71; son John A., Jr., body work-Hackney Bus Bodies; daughter-in-law Emma, 35, laundry; son Wade, 36; grandson James D., 17; and grandchildren George, 15, Odell, 13, and Margaret McAllister, 10, and Inez Tart, 9.
John Allen Barnes died 20 July 1944 in Wilson. Per his death certificate, he was born 25 January 1879 in Wilson County to Wade Barnes and Adeline Bynum; was married to Sarah Jane Barnes; lived at 739 Lipton [Lipscomb] Street; and was a preacher.
The Carolina Times, 20 November 1937.
Elder C.L. Faison is elusive in census records and directories of Wilson, and apparently divided his time between Wide-Awake and Durham, North Carolina, where his Church of God in Jesus Christ, New Deal, Inc., was incorporated. Per his death certificate, Cluster L. Faison died 27 March 1963 in Durham. He was born 9 September 1889 in McCrae [McRae], Georgia, to Eli Faison and Della Thorpe; was a clergyman; and was married to Isabelle Faison.
Safe in the arms of Jesus.
In the 1900 census of Wilson, Wilson County: Virginia-born "horseler" Henry Johnson, 76; wife Luisa, 46, cook; and children Gertrude, 19, Mertie, 17, Walter, 10, and Richard, 8 months.
In the 1900 census of Wilson, Wilson County: cook Susan Jones, 42; her children William E., 23, tobacco stemmer, Levi H., 22, barber, Charles T., 20, tobacco stemmer, Butler E., 19, tobacco stemmer, Mary J., 15, Nancy A., 11, Luther, 8, and Harvey L., 2, plus niece Arnetta Sexton, 8.
Charles T. Jones, 24, married Gertrude Johnson, 22, on 23 April 1903 in Wilson. Missionary Baptist minister Fred M. Davis performed the ceremony in the presence of William Gay, Lucy A. Richards and Rosa Farmer.
John Daniel Jones died 14 March 1914 of catarrhal pneumonia in Wilson. Per his death certificate, he was born 15 June 1913 to Chas. Jones and Gertrude Johnson and resided on Nash Street.
On 20 September 1914, Butler Jones, 34, son of Henry and Sue Jones, married Mirtie Brodie, 28, daughter of Henry and Louise [Kersey] Johnson, in Wilson. A.M.E. Zion minister H.E. Edwards performed the ceremony, and Ed Cox, Chas. T. Jones and Minnie McDaniel witnessed.
In the 1920 census of Wilson, Wilson County: at 667 Nash Street, minister Charlie Jones, 41; wife Gertrude, 39; children Ruth, 16, Charlie, 14, Elwood, 12, Louise, 10, and Sudie, 4; plus mother-in-law Louisa Johnson, 65.
On 24 December 1926, Simon Plater, 30, of Scranton, Pennsylvania, son of Simon and Birdie Plater, married Ruth Jones, 22, daughter of Charles and Gertrude Jones of Wilson. The bride's father, a Missionary Baptist minister, performed the service in the presence of Gertrude Jones, Louisa Johnson, and W.E. [William Elwood] Jones.
In the 1930 census of Wilson, Wilson County: on Harper Lane, farmer Charlie T. Jones, 52; wife Stella [sic], 49; and children William E., 23, farm laborer, Louise M., 20, and Sadie, 14.
Sudye Jones died 4 March 1937 of meningitis in Greensboro, Guilford County, North Carolina. Per her death certificate, she was 21 years old; was born to Charles T. Jones of Hertford County and Gertrude Johnson of Wilson County; was a student at Bennett College; and was single. Rev. Charles T. Jones, 412 East Vick, was informant.
In the 1940 census of Wilson, Wilson County: at 412 Viola, owned and valued at $2000; Charles Jones, 61, janitor at Vick School; wife Gertrude, 59, a tobacco factory stemmer; daughter Ruth Plater, 35, divorced, teacher; grandsons Torrey S., 12, and Charles S. Plater, 11; son-in-law Ruel Bullock, 35; daughter Louise, 30; grandsons Jacobia, 7, Robert, 6, Harold, 4, and Rudolph, 7 months; and granddaughter Barbara Jones, 6.
In 1940, William Elwood Jones registered for the World War II draft in Halifax County, North Carolina. Per his registration card, he was born 6 January 1907 in Wilson; he resided in Halifax, North Carolina; his contact was mother Gertrude Jones, 412 East Vick Street, Wilson; and he was employed by Weldon City Schools.
Charles Thomas Jones died 2 September 1963 at his home at 412 North Vick Street, Wilson. Per his death certificate, he was born 15 October 1878 in Hertford County, North Carolina, to Henry Jones and Louisa Copeland; was married to Gertrude Jones; was a minister; and was buried in the Masonic cemetery. Informant was Ruth Brown, 906 Faison Street, Wilson.
Louise J. Bulluck died 27 June 1968 in Wilson. Per her death certificate, she was born 4 July 1909 to Charles Thomas Jones and Gertrude Johnson; was married to Ruel Bulluck; resided at 412 East Vick Street; and was buried in the Masonic cemetery. Informant was Ruth Brown, 906 Faison Street, Wilson.
Mary Gertrude Jones died 17 September 1968 in Goldsboro, Wayne County. Per her death certificate, she was born 16 February 1880 to Henry Johnson and [Louisa] Kersey; was a widow; had worked as a tobacco factory laborer; resided at 412 East Vick Street, Wilson; was buried at Masonic cemetery.
Ruth Jones Brown died 24 September 1970 in Wilson. Per her death certificate, she was born 8 February 1904 in Wilson to Charles T. Jones and Gertrude Johnson; was married to Edwin J. Brown; was a teacher; and resided at 906 Faison Street.
Photograph by Lisa Y. Henderson, October 2018. The headstone, of course, was engraved by Clarence B. Best.
Rev. Charles H.C. White briefly served as pastor of Calvary Presbyterian Church and is depicted in its centennial anniversary booklet.
Wilson Daily Times, 22 April 1939.
The Carolina Times (Durham, N.C.), 21 June 1969.
Hill's Wilson, N.C., City Directory (1947).
William Hines, Ann J. Hines, Anna Burgess Johnson, Rev. Robert J. Johnson, Wilton M. Bethel, Rev. O.J. Hawkins and Rev. David Yates, 1960.
Photo courtesy of History of Wilson County, North Carolina (1985).
Geneva Jones Bailey (1876-1959) with her Bible.
In the 1880 census of Old Fields township, Wilson County: farmer Richard Jones, 35; wife Lucy, 25; and children Catharine, 8, James R., 7, Louisa, 4, Geneva, 3, and Rosa L., 10 months; plus Mary Boykin, about 45, mother-in-law.
On 20 December 1893, at the residence of Richard Jones in Old Fields township, John D. Bailey, 24, son of Hill and Mary Bailey, married Genevia Jones, 18, daughter of Richard and Lucy Jones.
In the 1900 census of Springhill township, Wilson County: farmer John D. Bailey, 31; wife Geneva, 23; children Rhoda, 4, Pearl, 1, and Mary L., one month; plus servant Lillie Bagley, 35.
In the 1910 census of Old Fields township, Wilson County: farmer John D. Bailey, 35; wife Jeneva, 33; Rhoda, 15, Pearlie, 12, Mary L., 9, Lonnie, 8, Ora, 6, John T., 5, William H., 4, Melton P., 2, and Richard H., 1.
In the 1928 Wilson city directory: Bailey John D (Geneva) lab h 509 Church.
In the 1930 census of Wilson, Wilson County: at 516 Church Street, oil mill laborer John Bailey, 60; wife Geneva, 52; and children Johnny, 16, James, 14, Perry, 21, and Jerry, 24 (both railroad laborers); plus lodgers Mack Miller, 35, an auto mechanic in a garage, and Mary P. Williams, 74, a private nurse. Bailey owned the house, valued at $2000.
Geneva Jones Bailey died 29 September 1959 at her home at 516 Church Street, Wilson. Per her death certificate, he was born 6 March 1876 in Wilson to Richard Jones and Lucy Boykins; was a widow; and had worked as a tobacco factory laborer and minister. Rev. James H. Bailey of Riverton, New Jersey, was informant.
This extraordinary photograph is courtesy of Findagrave.com contributor James Morgan.
On 15 September 1939, Cora L. Bennett, a writer employed by the Works Project Administration interviewed William Arthur Cooper for the Folklore Project. The transcript of the interview is housed at the Library of Congress. Here is an excerpt:
William A. Cooper, artist and preacher gives the story of his life as follows:
"My work has been my life. Whatever degree of success I have had has come about, I believe, as a result of my dogged determination to do something tangible for my race.
"I was born in the country near Hillsboro, N.C. As a small boy I worked on the farm. I worked in the tobacco fields, worming and stemming tobacco as well as in the cotton fields. For about four months in the winter I attended a Mission school in Hillsboro for negros. In summer time I worked as a janitor and some times as a cook or house boy.
"When I was about fourteen I began to support myself, and soon there after went to the Industrial Institute at High Point, N.C. as a work student. I worked on the school farm,
got up at five o'clock in the morning to milk the cows, plow and hoe cotton and corn, and anything else that needed to be done. While I was at this school I also took up brick laying along with my other studies.
"From High Point I went to the National Religious Training School at Durham, N.C. There I took the four year Theological Course. Still working my way through school, I received the Bachelor of Theology Degree from that institution.
"As soon as I had finished I went to Wilson, N.C. where I started out as an insurance man, and at the same time preaching at a small church on Sunday.
"I went from there to Burlington, N.C. where I was elected Principal of a high school. I also served as Principal of the high school at Graham, N.C. and taught at various other places. All this time I was studying law at night and passed the State Bar examination in 1922.
"I became interested in art for the first time a few years before this. I was in bed with a severe cold and while lying idle I thought I would try to do two pictures illustrating the Biblical quotation: 'Wide is the gate and broad is the way that leadeth to destruction, but straight is the gate and narrow is the way that leadeth unto life, and few there be who
find it.' The members of my church were quite pleased with the pictures. Their pleasure encouraged me a great deal, and from that time on I began to paint other things. It was then I started painting the members of my race, anybody I could get 3 to sit— field hands, teachers, children, cooks or washerwomen. I had taken no formal lessons at the time but I kept right on trying to see what I might do.
"I have attempted to show the real negro through art. I believe that unless we have some record of the negro that is neither burlesqued with black face nor idealized with senmentality, the younger generation of negroes will be deprived of inspiration from their own race. …"
William Arthur Cooper (1895-1974), preacher, lawyer, and artist, painted the portraits of Negro field hands, domestic servants, children, religious and civic leaders and business executives. As a member of the North Carolina Interracial Commission, Cooper made a "good will" tour to colleges and universities in North Carolina where he exhibited his portraits and lectures on art and black culture.
Cooper's papers, housed at University of North Carolina at Charlotte, include: "Biographical materials; correspondence, concerning portrait commisions, lectures on art, and exhibitions of his work; two account books containing expenditures; receipts; a journal, 1935, containing expenditures and notes concerning his "good will" tour; a report on the tour; Cooper's publication Educating Through Fine Arts; his book A Portrayal of Negro Life, 1936, which contains reproductions of his portraits acompanied by his explanatory text, and documents related to the book including proposed plans, sales records, and a typescript of the book which contains portraits not included in the published version; price lists for Cooper's paintings; exhibition catalogs, clippings, miscellany, and a book by Charles C. Dawson, ABCs of Great Negroes; and 36 photographs of Cooper, of his friends and church members, and his portrait paintings."
The Bathing Girl (1932).


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By Sue Minichiello
Going green is taking a literal turn in countless office buildings and commercial spaces. With multiple benefits—including a remarkable return on investment (ROI)—the inclusion of plants and interior landscapes is proving to be a valuable business asset. Nearly 30 years of research has shown that increasing the number of plants improves indoor air quality, reduces absenteeism, boosts productivity, lowers energy costs and more.
In the mid 1960s, when the interior landscape (AKA interiorscape) industry began in earnest, it was largely about aesthetics. Business owners wanted to add plants to make their buildings, restaurants and other commercial spaces more visually appealing. But today, the industry offers building and facility owners and managers a whole lot more.
"We're not just a pretty face anymore. We're a solid ROI," said Bruce Crowle, co-owner of Atria, Inc., a corporate horticultural service company in Connecticut. "Paying for professional plant maintenance is a drop in the budget bucket, but it produces a lot of benefits, all of which boost the bottom line. One benefit is better air quality, which helps keep employees healthy and on the job."
Cleaning the Air
As buildings continue to be tightened up to increase energy efficiency, chemical contaminants have nowhere to go. They linger in the air, largely recirculated by HVAC systems. The top three culprits are trichloroethylene, benzene and formaldehyde. These Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) can be found in carpeting, furniture and building materials, like paints and varnishes. Other substances like carbon monoxide and nitrogen dioxide also can be prevalent indoors. The presence of such toxins led to what became known as "sick building syndrome." They exacerbate conditions like asthma, allergies and even symptoms of the common cold.
"The more airtight we make buildings, the more VOCs increase. If we can reduce VOCs in a building environment, we reduce problems for workers like itchy eyes, sneezing, colds and respiratory distress, which lowers absenteeism," Crowle said.
One of the most profound benefits of plants in indoor environments is their role as natural air filters. The entire plant system—foliage, soil and roots—detoxifies the air. According to Green Plants for Green Buildings (GPGB), "When plants transpire water vapor from their leaves, they pull air down around their roots. … The root microbes convert substances in the air, such as toxic chemicals, into a source of food and energy … and they become more effective at converting toxic chemicals into food the longer they are exposed to the chemicals." Basically, plants take in harmful substances and churn out oxygen. What's more, plants can reduce particle pollution like dust and pollen.
Increasing Employee Productivity, Health & Creativity
Here are just a few more ways that plants make for a happier, healthier and more productive workforce:
- Biophilia is the natural human affinity for nature. A study underway at the eastern headquarters for Bank of America in mid-town Manhattan is examining the biophilia hypothesis in terms of the degree to which direct exposure to natural elements impacts employees. Participants in the study are displaying significant productivity gains, less absenteeism, fewer health problems and a better sense of well-being.
- Elevated levels of carbon dioxide indoors negatively affect employee concentration and productivity. This is one of the reasons that when many people are working within a well-sealed building, they can become drowsy over the course of the day. According to GPGB, "Based on modest estimates of existing and emerging data, it has been calculated that a minimum of 300g (10 oz) of carbon dioxide can be eliminated from an enclosed environment for every square meter of leaf surface in the area per year. Over a year's time, this amounts to a removal of six cubic feet of Co2 gas."
- Stress also decreases productivity. Multiple studies have shown that the presence of plants lowers employee workplace stress. In one such study at Washington State University, participants working in an environment with plants proved 12 percent more productive than those in an environment without plants.
- A recent Texas A&M University study explored the impact of plants on creativity in the workplace. The study included male and female participants. All participants in the office environment with plants demonstrated more innovative thinking. The men generated 15 percent more ideas overall, while the women generated more creative and flexible solutions.
Going Vertical
With every square foot of office space at a premium, horticulture service professionals have developed a solution that allows for plant life in the workplace without sacrificing valuable floor space.
"A typical plant takes up two to four square feet, and in today's office buildings, owners and managers need to maximize space for employees and essential equipment and furniture," said Crowle. "That's why the newest trend in our industry is to go vertical, creating green walls, also called vertical gardens or living walls."
Interior green walls are, as the name suggests, wall-like structures that are covered in live vegetation. There are different types. Some include integrated hydroponics technology. Some are attached to the building air-return so the plants directly purify the air as it passes through the wall. Some designs are 100 percent water efficient, meaning there is zero water waste.
Green walls can produce significant savings on energy costs. Through transpiration, plants cool their surroundings. Studies have shown that a green wall filled with hundreds of plants can reduce room temperatures by up to 45 degrees and cut electric costs by 20 percent. In winter, the extra layer of air between the wall of plants and the building wall acts as insulation and reduces escaping heat and incoming cold air.
"You can do wonderful things with plants inside buildings, and have amazing and often unexpected results," Crowle said. "And you don't have to spend and arm and a leg to reap the benefits. There are simple, low-cost options that can fit just about any budget and that still provide real advantages."

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Locking Park start the new season with six-goal victory
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Locking Park's new season started with a bang when they hit six goals past Nailsa United A.
Locking Park 6
Nailsea United A 0
Locking Park started the season with a dominating 6-0 win at home versus Nailsea United A.
Park started brightly and were 3-0 up within 12 minutes. The first goal from Matt Hollow saw him control a Jack Poole cross nicely and beating the keeper. The second goal was made by the same two players, this time Hollow putting Poole through to score.
The third was a solo effort from Ryan Harris, nicking the ball off a defender and finishing one-on-one with the keeper calmly.
The fourth goal came on 30 minutes, Mitch Corrick setting up Mike Green for a confident finish. Captain Harry Hornigold got on the score sheet next, hustling the defence and beating the keeper.
Nailsea came back into the game in the second half, reducing the number of chances Park had and making a few of their own. But the sixth and final goal of the match went to Locking again, new signing Riyomi Konowani winning a penalty that Harris converted.
A great start with players new and old showing there's a lot to look forward to over the coming season for Locking Park. CES man of the match went to Riyomi Konowani for a top class performance.
Worle Res 3
Portishead Town A 3
Worle Reserves started their season under new management duo Tom Dancey and Adam Brueford with the task of leading the side into their first fixture in Division 1 of the Weston & District League following promotion last season.
Worle had the better of the early exchanges and were duly rewarded when Lewis Cahill slotted home a rebound following excellent build-up play by Cyrus Molten, Matty Hedges and Johnny Crandon
This sparked Portishead into life and Worle held resolute, but following an uncharacteristic spill from Hicks in the Worle goal, Portishead equalised.
Following half-time, Worle were slow out of the gates and Portishead took the lead. Worle again raised their game and were instantly back on level terms when Rhys Smith was rewarded for his relentless running with his first league goal of the season following excellent link-up play with Cahill.
Worle were now the dominant side and Cahill grabbed his second of the game with a first-time finish. Unfortunately for Worle, this was not the end of the drama and Portishead levelled with eight minutes remaining.
Huge contributions from Smith, Hansford and Hicks for Worle with all making a claim for man of the match, but this week's award went to Lewis Cahill.
Division 1: Locking Park 6, Nailsea Utd A 0; Uphill Castle Res 3, Sporting Weston 1; Clapton-in-Gordano 3, St George EIG 4; Worle Res 3, Portishead Town A 3.
Division 2: Banwell Res 3, Locking Park Res 3; South Park Rangers 2, Winscombe A 2; Churchill Club 70 1, Worle Rangers 0; Portishead Town B 4, Yatton & Cleeve Utd A 1.
Division 3: AFC Nailsea 0, Uphill Castle A 0; St George EIG Res 2, Lodway 2; Burnham Utd A 2, Congresbury A 4; Shipham 2, Selkirk Utd 3; West Wick 3, Banwell A 0; Sporting Weston Res 3, Cheddar A 5.
Division 4: Axbridge Town 4, Burnham Utd B 3; Worle Rangers Res 0, Wedmore Res 4; Clevedon Utd A 4, Yatton & Cleeve Utd B 1; Weston Celtic 6, Nailsea Utd Colts 3; Huntspill Crowns 5, AFC Nailsea Res 1; Weston Town 6, Wrington Redhill A 1.
Division 1: Clapton v Nailsea A (C Connor); Worle Res v sporting Weston (M Sprague).
Division 2: Winscombe A v Portishead B (J Jarad); Worle Rangers v Locking Park Res (R Salvage); Yatton & Cleeve A v Churchill (E Ashwin); Congresbury Res v Nailsea B (C Ham).
Division 3: Banwell A v Hutton Res (T Shallcross); Sporting Weston Res v Congresbury A (tba); Uphill Cstle A v st George EIG Res (tba); Cheddar A v AFC Nailsea (J Young); Lodway v Selkirk (tba); Shipham v Westwick (tba).
Division 4: AFC Nailsea Res v Weston Celtic (tba); Weston Town v Axbridge (D Bayliss); Hutton A v Clevedon A (S Flory); Burnham B v Nailsea C (tba); Wrington A v Wedmore Res (tba); Huntspill Crowns v Yatton & Cleeve B (tba).
Wednedsday - Division 3: Shipham v Cheddar A (tba); Banwell A v Sporting Weston Res (R Hooper). Division 4: Nailsea C v Clevedon A (T Franklin); Hutton A v Weston Celtic (tba).


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In an amazing twist of cultural irony, it may actually be the evangelical church in America that teaches the United States how to once again agree to disagree.
Analyzing the fish bowl of my evangelical upbringing has become a hobby. When I was a kid growing up in the evangelical subculture, breaking intellectual stride with the heaven bound herd was almost unthinkable. Christians were almost drone like in their opinions about the world around them. From social issues to the role of government, if you met an evangelical Christian in the 90's you could almost bet the farm on a shared worldview. In most cases, I think their worldview was largely correct. Forced to navigate the murky waters of politics, far removed from the proper theocracy of God's Kingdom ethic, evangelicals would faithfully pick the lesser of two bad choices like most Americans.
But as the new millennia rounded the corner, I noticed some very distinct changes in the evangelical group think. Popular Christian books made the rounds questioning the political loyalty of the silent majority. Pastors and public speakers began singing a very different song in regard to the evangelical orthodoxy. Rob Bell and Brenning Manning would carve out an emergent counter narrative compiled of one-part conviction, two part contrarian. In short, the homogenous evangelicals became (wait for it) politically and ideologically diverse.
Contrary to the often mocked Hollywood cardboard Christian caricatures you see in films and nightly news segments, the average Sunday morning Christian is quite three dimensional. After 20 years of forced cultural introspection the evangelical church has come out the other side with an amazing amount of balance, self awareness and refinement. Walk into a mainstream American church on any given Sunday and you're likely to find a group of people much more diverse, inclusive and welcoming than any college faculty lounge this side of the mason dixon line.
Quietly and without fanfare, there has been a very real cultural inversion happening in America. Like turning up the contrast on a photograph, what was once judgmental, homogeneous and dark, has now become welcoming, encouraging and light. What was once branded as inclusive and big tent is now ridged, dogmatic and insular.
At first glance this might seem counter intuitive. After all, isn't it the Christians who cling to doctrine and tradition? How many times have we seen this cut out character in our popular entertainment?
The busy body church lady policing the speech and actions of strangers outside the favored fold. How many times have we collectively rolled our eyes while watching the unpleasant lectures of the token ''teenage-virgin-Christian character" in a youthful romantic comedy?
This self righteous, one demential depiction of a Christian has been a punching bag in Hollywood for years. However, the painful truth is that all lies start with a seed of truth. This horrendous evangelical branding is without a doubt the consequence of a generation of Christians who chose to be the firing squad instead of the hospital.
Nonetheless, this cultural branding has not kept pace with the shifting societal sand under our feet. Ask yourself, are you more likely to get a lecture on what not to say from your evangelical neighbor or a PC speech police mob marching on campus? Are you more likely to get a lecture on "wrong think" from a college professor at a cocktail party, or an evangelical preacher on a plane?
In 2018 the roles have reversed. The "live and let live secularists' of yesterday, have become a collectivist choir singing a "do as I say OR ELSE!" chorus; complete with tone-deafness and a cringeworthy lack of self-awareness. Religious fundamentalism is alive and well today, just not in the pews and pulpits. The truth is that today's dogmatists are found in the news rooms and faculty lounges. Try offering alternative commentary about any number of societal problems at a wine and cheese party in the gated communities that like to talk about the poor. You're likely to be burnt at the stake like a witch or forced to wear a scarlet letter. The non-religious among us have managed to carve out a form of dogmatic fundamentalism that could rival most Afghan villages both in backwardness and demand for unwavering adherence. The truly judgmental citizens in 2018 aren't the people reading the Bible, but the people mocking it.
Nothing will make a person feel old like witnessing a cultural trend come full circle. In one lifetime I've watched the mantle of annoying nitpicker pass like a baton from the sweaty palms of the evangelical church, into the clenched fist of the social engineering secularists.


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|re-re - Wed Oct 26, 2005 3:46 pm
someone had sex with me when i was drunk on the 26th i went to the doctor on the 27th and had a pregnancy test hiv and std all negative. since i knew who had sex wit me i asked him if he had ejaculated he said no. me and my boyfriend had sex for the first time on the 28th and so on. my period doesnt come until the 2nd or the 3rd. but we kept having sex without protection. He had ejaculated in me, but the first times he didn't know. around the 8th iv'e been really hungry and started having funny vaginal charges and cramps on the 10th through the 18th.(my period never came) Ive been feeling very sick everytime i eat all day and im sure im reganant because i ganied laot of weig and iv'e been avin thsi strong vaginal odor after me nad my bf have sex. i don't know what to do. will a pregnancy test help me determien how many days im pregnant so i can know . im very confused i need your help!!! :(
|re-re - Wed Oct 26, 2005 3:50 pm
i mixed the dates up he had sex with me when i was drunk on the 24th and went to teh doctor for the test on the 27th
|Shana Johnson, CNA - Wed Oct 26, 2005 7:45 pm
A pregnancy test will not tell you how pregnant you are. Teh test at the doctor was negative because it was taken to soon. If you test again now you should get an accurate reading.
It also sounds like you have bacterial vaginosis. A vaginal infection. You need to see a doctor to get tested and treated for that, and also have a pregnancy test. Also if you aren't trying to concieve it may be a good idea to talk to the doctor abotu a birth control.
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The benefits to owning your own home basketball court are virtually endless, but some people wonder: Are there upsides to owning your own Sport Court besides the opportunity to improve in athletics? It only takes looking a little bit outside of the box to discover that there are a lot of career opportunities that can come out of owning your own home basketball court, specifically that of a sports marketer.
How Can a Sport Court Game Court Help?
The definition of a sports marketer is someone who focuses on the promotion of a sporting event or a team as well as the products and services that can be marketed through a sport or a specific team.
A lot of what we develop passions for later on in life come from the experiences that we had as children at home, so what better way to develop an early love for sports than with a home basketball court in your very own backyard. Having a backyard basketball court introduces you to the logistics, competition and thrill of sports at a young age. It helps aspiring athletes refine their skills, gain knowledge about various sports and develop a love for the game.
It's not uncommon for an aspiring athlete to switch to a more stable career in the sports industry. A large percentage of sports marketers and agents are former high school or college athletes themselves. Allowing this love for sports such as basketball, football, soccer, volleyball and many others to grow while using your Sport Court game court can develop into a lifelong passion for the sporting industry.
Where to Go from Here
The bottom line is that owning and using your own Sport Court game court can give someone a one of a kind sporting experience that can become very useful later in life in the sports business world. Sure, anyone can gain a knowledge of sports through watching them on TV or playing in a city recreation league but only your very own home basketball court can give you the unrestricted free access to your very own sporting venue anytime that you want.
Spending that kind of time around something that you love can no doubt raise your awareness, knowledge and development in the sports marketing industry as well as a number of other sports careers.


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Gringo Curt's is always looking for new and better ways to travel to Drake Bay and the Osa Peninsula. Over the last year, we have been working hard on the best model for travelers to experience this unique jungle paradise.
In the last few weeks we have been making some changes to our website. We wanted to make our site a one-stop-shop where all different types of travelers can access the best prices in Drake Bay, exclusive tours and activities, and a range of new and improved services.
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Not only will you be able to book individual tours and activities through our site, you will also be able to reserve complete packages including personalized hotel reservations and transfers. As always, because we are not tied to one specific hotel or tour operator, you can be sure that we are choosing the best package for you.
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Our new pricing structure means that we do not need to accept commissions for our packages, hotel reservations, or exclusive tours. We simply incorporate a flat fee for our services, regardless of the number of people. This means that we can support local businesses by keeping more money in their pockets. It also means that we can offer you the best prices in Drake Bay. Look for the Exclusive Adventure and Commission Free labels on our tours and activities page.
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We have added new services to our repertoire. Travelers can make hotel reservations and restaurant reservations; book taxis or boat transfers; organize private shuttles; and reserve domestic flights. We will also meet you at your hotel upon your arrival in Drake Bay to ensure that you are ready for your adventure. We want you to be able to have a truly personal service and a stress-free holiday.
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Based on our new experiences over the past year, we have added even more activities to our list. Our Sunset Cano Island and Whale and Dolphin tour has been a big hit; and we have new ways to experience the Rio Claro Kayaking Waterfall Adventure. We have also found a spectacular new horseback riding trip that is honestly one of our favorite things to do in Drake Bay right now. Look for the New Adventure label on our tours and activities page.
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We will be adding new categories to our blog. Curt will be writing detailed stories of his experiences on Whale and Dolphin tours, for all those marine mammal junkies out there. We will also be releasing some of our recipes for those who want to self-cater in Drake Bay using locally available ingredients.
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I've gone by the Ohio River a couple of times this week and didn't see much out of the ordinary. Meanwhile, I'm sitting at work watching the M/V Charleston pass my window, and I'm wondering if Captain Jimmy is on board. The other day I saw the Capt. Ed Harris (I think) and wondered if Todd Rickman was steering.
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I am so very sorry for your loss. Carlos was truly one of the kindest and best.
Dear Annette, Carlos Jr., Jason, Brenda, Maria and Carlos's parents & other family members. I don't know if you remember me, but I was a close friend of your dear Carlos many years ago and we all met each other and spent time together then. Although Carlos and I had gone our separate ways and ultimately lost touch, I always remembered and appreciated his special brand of kindness, laughter, silliness and love for his family and for life… and I wanted to share that with you. I feel sad that, although I had been looking for him online from time to time, just to say a friendly hello and see how he was doing, I never found him until now. But I hope he – and all of you – know that he holds a warm place in my heart – and that you do too. Hugs. Ria
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Carlos, you were my best friend. I have lots of funny moments with you that I will always cherish. I will miss you dearly. May you check in on all your good friends and family before you go do that heavenly new job of yours.


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Throughout the middle innings yesterday, a thick, black smoke billowed beyond the center-field wall.
While Pedro Astacio nearly tossed a no-hitter, many heads rubber-necked as eight cars were damaged – a few completely ruined – in the fire. However, no one was injured.
"It's the biggest fire I've seen here," said Kevin McCarthy, the director of stadium operations.
McCarthy said authorities were still trying to determine the cause of the blaze.
Jeff D'Amico is as tall as is he is calm. So the 6-foot-7 D'Amico isn't stressed about today's start against his ex-team, the Brewers.
"It's not that big of a deal," D'Amico said.
D'Amico's been sharp as a Met. He is 2-1 with a 2.22 ERA and done it with a tranquillity more suited to a man strolling through Central Park. After Astacio and Shawn Estes have taken no-hitters into the seventh the past two days, however, the pressure is on.
"[How much] do you hate to be Jeff D'Amico?" Estes asked, jokingly.
Mike Piazza didn't start his fourth straight game because of his sore left hamstring. Piazza said he could go today. Valentine didn't divulge if Piazza would start today, but the skipper likely will err on the side of caution and give Piazza today off before tomorrow's off-day.
That would leave Piazza available for the start of the Mets' Arizona-Houston six-game road trip.
Rey Ordonez, after missing three games, returned to short yesterday. Valentine said Ordonez' rib strain would not limit him in any way. The man who had replaced Ordonez, John Valentin, needed extra tape on his left ankle. Valentine said Valentin was available yesterday. . . . Valentine said Timo Perez (strained left hamstring) is progressing well. Yesterday, Perez missed his fourth straight.
In a rehab start for Triple-A Norfolk Friday, Satoru Komiyama (cut finger) pitched four scoreless innings in a 4-0 win over Pawtucket. Komiyama is eligible to come off the DL on Friday.
In the doubleheader's nightcap, Pat Strange threw 52/3 innings of two-run ball. Strange, one of the Mets' top pitching prospects, is 2-0 with a 2.31 ERA.
Pitching matchups against Arizona: Tuesday, Al Leiter (2-1, 1.13) vs. RHP Todd Stottlemyre (0-1, 5.63); Wednesday, Steve Trachsel (1-3, 3.55) vs. LHP Randy Johnson (6-0, 1.37); Thursday, Shawn Estes (1-2, 3.66) vs. RHP Rick Helling (3-2, 5.59).


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As the day is drawing to an end, my littlest guy (who is six) sits eyeing a Christmas card made by his reading buddy. It perfectly depicts the nativity scene with Jesus lying in a manger. This scene is to draw our hearts to worship, but unfortunately, my son started comparing this beautiful piece of…Read More
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The United Kingdom tells Bulgaria officially that it is against any alliance between Bulgaria and Yugoslavia. As a result of this warning and because the Bulgarian government would prefer to federate with Yugoslavia as an equal rather than as a Yugoslav republic, Bulgaria does not immediately reply to Yugoslavia's push for negotiations on federation. Yugoslav-Albanian unification negotiations progress, going against the USSR's proposal that Yugoslavia and Bulgaria unify first. [Kola, 2003, pp. 85-86]
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Secretary of State Colin Powell hints that the US might view Iraqi attempts to shoot down coalition aircraft in the so-called "no-fly" zone as a breach of UN Resolution 1441 (see November 8, 2002). "If they [Iraqis] were to take hostile acts against the United States or [British] aircraft patrolling in the northern and (southern) no-fly zone, then I think we would have to look at that with great seriousness if they continue to do that." [Associated Press, 11/14/2002; Washington Post, 11/17/2002]
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Summer 2018 heats up. Here's how — and where — to stay cool
What you should know about finding help when it's hot in 2018
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Children are more sensitive to heat and dehydration than adults.
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Drink water, stay in the shade, visit a cooling center and never leave people or pets in a hot car. Find other ways to stay cool and healthy here.
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Fijian Prime Minister Josaia Voreqe Bainimarama will visit New Zealand this weekend, according to information obtained by us in Fiji. He will arrive in Auckland on August 8 and return to his home country on August 11. This would be his private visit funded by his political Party 'Fiji First' and hence no meetings have been planned with Prime Minister…Read More
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Shared leadership protects democracy
The institution of democracy can survive and progress only if there are checks and balances and prevention of dominance of one person, an expert has said. Sir Don McKinnon, former Secretary General of The Commonwealth and former Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of New Zealand said that every democratic Government faces the challenge of ensuring that one dominant personality…Read More
A vote uncast is a voice lost
The Indian Newslink Sir Anand Satyanand Lecture held at Pullman Hotel in Auckland on Monday, July 28, 2014 dealt with 'The Challenges to Democracy in New Zealand.' With an election just eight weeks away on September 20, the Lecture, delivered by Sir Don McKinnon was therefore both timely and relevant. For democracy to work, people need the opportunity and motivation…Read More
Democracy remains the sole form of good governance
First of Two Parts I want to pay tribute to the continuous work, over a lifetime of 70 years, by my, your, our friend Sir Anand, as a lawyer, judge, ombudsman, and Governor General. He is now Chairman of the Commonwealth Foundation. When I reflected, in the cold light of day, on the topic I had given myself, I wondered…Read More
Community must acknowledge and address problems
Professor Sekhar speaking at the New Zealand Indian Diaspora Convention in Auckland on July 26, watched by (from left) Dr Edwina Pio, Sunil Kaushal, Sir Anand Satyanand, Judith Collins, Ravi Thapar and Professor Kate Kearins. Members of the Indian community must acknowledge that there are burning problems and challenges confronting them and must find ways and means of solving them,…Read More
Obscured hindsight and flawed predictions
Dr Rajen Prasad, one of the rare ethnic Members of Parliament, delivered his valedictory speech in Debating Chamber on July 24, 2014. His speech was very powerful and of a kind that the walls of Parliament would not have heard before. He took us through his journey of 49 years, which started as an international student and ended as a…Read More
Another degree of Consumer Trust
2degrees Mobile Limited has become the first company to gain 'Consumer Trusted Accreditation' from Consumer New Zealand, a new programme which recognises excellent customer service. Consumer NZ Chief Executive Sue Chetwin said that the new Consumer Trusted Programme has been developed specifically to deliver high standards of customer service and consumer confidence. "Our Consumer Trusted programme is a visible way…Read More
Director pleads guilty to charges
Mark James Whelan (41) pleaded guilty in the Auckland District Court on July 1, 2014 after giving evidence at his trial on a second Serious Fraud Office (SFO) investigation against him. SFO's charges against Mr Whelan related to his involvement with options trading company Derivatek New Zealand Limited (Derivatek) and his own company Global Futures Trading Limited (Global Futures). Mr…Read More
Lawyer sent to jail for fraud
The Auckland High Court sentenced Lawyer Hugh Edward Staples Hamilton (63), to a prison term of four years and nine months on July 4, 2014 in relation to the collapse of Belgrave Finance Limited (Belgrave). In May this year, the Court found him guilty of fraud charges in a joint prosecution by the Serious Fraud Office (SFO) and the Financial…Read More
Winston advocates commonsense approach
Removal of GST from food and other basic items, a 'fairer tax regime,' curbing immigration to increase sustainability and a better package for senior members of the society are among the promises made by New Zealand (NZ) First Party to the voting public in the ensuing general election. Speaking at his Party's Convention held at Alexandra Park on July 20,…Read More


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Another easy one. On the ballot:
Linea Palmisano (DFL, DFL-endorsed, Incumbent)
Bob Reuer (Independent)
Another easy one. On the ballot:
Linea Palmisano (DFL, DFL-endorsed, Incumbent)
Bob Reuer (Independent)
Oh, thank GOD, an easy one.
On the ballot:
Andrew Johnson (DFL, DFL-endorsed, Incumbent)
Harrison Bullard (Independent Health Labor)
Will Jaeger (Independent)
This is one of those races where I like multiple candidates, which actually makes it a lot harder to write about. On the ballot:
John Quincy (DFL, incumbent)
Erica Mauter (DFL)
Jeremy Schroeder (DFL)
Well, the good news on this race: despite the presence of four candidates, it's going to be pretty quick to write up. Shout out to the John Edwards and his "hyperlocal news empire," WedgeLIVE, which has this race as covered as anyone could ask. (Here's an article on the origins of WedgeLIVE in 2014. If you like my commentary and you live in Ward 10, you should absolutely start following this guy on Twitter, because he's super-local, heavily focused on Ward 10, and he has a gift for finding the sort of bizarre moments that make local politics so surreal. That gum story made the international news, apparently — I mean, down in the "weird random shit that happened this week among those wacky Americans" tidbits — and he was the first to report it.)
On the ballot:
Lisa Bender (DFL-endorsed, incumbent)
David Schorn (DFL)
Saralyn Romanishan (DFL)
Bruce Lundeen (Republican)
This is one of those races where my opinion seems to be out of step with the opinion of a lot of people I respect and generally think of as sensible, and I'm honestly not sure if they simply have a different attitude about what constitutes a deal breaker, or if they missed the news story about Alondra Cano doxing a bunch of her constituents, or if there's some EVEN WORSE story out there about Gary Schiff and Mohamed Farah and I just missed it?
On the ballot:
Alondra Cano (DFL, endorsed, incumbent)
Gary Schiff (DFL)
Mohamed Farah (DFL)
Ronald W. Peterson (Republican)
Ward 8 is currently represented by Elizabeth Glidden, but she decided not to run again. On the ballot:
Andrea Jenkins (DFL, endorsed)
Terry White (Green)
David Holsinger (Libertarian)
April Kane
This is the sort of straightforward race that's almost as easy to write about as an uncontested seat. Vote for Andrea Jenkins! A long-time policy aide to Glidden, Andrea is sufficiently popular and beloved that despite the open seat, she was unopposed for endorsement.
If you want my full rundown, it's below the cut.
Lisa Goodman has been on the council as long as Barb Johnson, and is such a staunch ally that their names tend to run together in a whole lot of articles. She represents what the city website refers to as "beautiful, stable, in-demand residential neighborhoods like Kenwood, Lowry Hill, Cedar-Isles-Dean, and Bryn Mawr." If you're reading from out of town and thinking, "oh, is that where the rich people live?" that would be a YES. (They are rich Democrats, however.) Lisa also represents part of downtown and the Loring Park neighborhood.
Lisa is kind of a mixed bag. There's stuff she's done that I genuinely like and approve of; there's stuff she's done that's unfortunate; there's stuff that's just gross, like "WTF WHY" levels of gross. (LIKE THE GUM THING.)
On the ballot:
Lisa Goodman (DFL, Incumbent)
Joe Kovacs (Republican)
Teqen Zea-Aida (DFL)
Janne Flisrand (DFL)
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So as I'm going through photos for my 08 music redux, I came upon the best pics ever.
It's a "had to be there" moment but it was the funniest and one of the best moments at Punk Rock Bowling 08. Basically, Brian proposed "marriage" to Wanda. Don't worry it was just pretend but very funny.
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- Mary O Donoghue has 22 years of experience in the Beauty Therapy Industry. She started and developed The Sanctuary Spa from one room to 8 treatment rooms with full spa facilities. She currently employs a staff of 6 therapists. The Sanctuary Spa provides the most advanced technological treatments available in Kerry.
- Mary is a speaker at Industry Level and a regular contributor to professional magazines. "Salon Magazine" and "Irish Beauty"
- For the past five years Mary was an auditor for the "White Flag Award "for Leisure and Spa Centres throughout Ireland.
- She developed the descriptors and wrote the training modules for the "Spa and Wellness" Skillnet Training Courses.
- Sanctuary Beauty Academy Tralee was opened in September 2007.
- All students to date have successfully achieved their qualifications; graduates have been very successful in gaining employment from this college and are working in spas, salons, and cruise ships.
- Delivered training for the Institute of Leisure and Amenity Management, Clane, Co. Kildare.
- Over the years she held the position of education director with the Federation of Holistic Therapists Ireland.
- She was involved with The National Authority of Beauty Therapy Education and Training and along with the National Standards Authority in the development of the ISO standard for Beauty Therapy Training Colleges.
- She continues to research the new innovations in equipment and treatments for the beauty industry as it is vital that training needs are addressed to industry relevant therapies and techniques.
It is our promise to each individual student that we provide training to a standard of excellence which ensures that you are both competent and professional on completion of your course.
It is the responsibility of Sanctuary Beauty Academy to address each students individual learning needs and personal learning plans are developed if a student is having difficulties.
Our formula for training has been developed to make learning easy and interesting and to ensure the success of each student with the Awarding Bodies.
We have an excellent pass rate with students achieving Credits and Distinctions.
Within the health and beauty industry this school is recognised as a training establishment with a reputable reputation for standards not only in Kerry but all over Ireland.


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Many dog owners got worried when they see their furry companion munching grass as they are not meant to eat grass. This behavior has now become a common sight to the dog owners but they can't able to understand why their dog has such unusual habit.
The grass-eating behavior in dogs is technically known as "pica". It is a much common occurrence in both domestic and wild dogs.
Let's consider the various reasons dogs eat grass:
Your dog enjoys chewing
Some dogs can't get over their natural instinct of chewing. They tend to chew over everything so it can be a potential reason why your dog has this unusual habit of chewing grass. All you need to do is provide him an alternative thing to chew. You can consider giving him a toy which he can chew.
Gastrointestinal problem
Your dog will probably eat grass if he is having a gastrointestinal problem. He will eat grass in order to soothe his stomach. In most cases, it has been observed that dog vomits after ingesting a huge amount of grass. Eating grass is a kind of self-medication for dogs. So, if you find your dog running outdoors in order to eat grass then he may have an upset stomach.
Dietary deficiency
Grass-eating behavior can occur due to the absence of key nutrients in the diet. You need to consult your doctor regarding the nutrients present in the diet. It is your responsibility to feed your dog a well-balanced diet. Dogs tend to eat grass to get that key ingredient which he doesn't get in his diet. You need to feed food which is high in fibers in order to stop this grass-eating habit.
Inherited Trait
In a study, it has been found that dogs inherited this grass-eating behavior from their ancestors so, this can be a reason that dogs feel an appetite for grass.
Intestinal worms
An anxious dog would spend his most of the time alone as they become so fearful that they find secure by being alone in their space. So, if you find your dog behaving in such manner then he may be fearful of something or someone.
Substitute for grass
You can also consider giving your furry companion a substitute of grass. Feed him fresh peeled celery, carrot and, lettuce. It will help in controlling the grass-eating behavior in him.
Eating a grass is a normal behavior until he does it on a regular basis. Make sure that the grass is not treated with pesticides as then it can harm his health. If he eats it on a daily basis then you need to contact your veterinarian to examine whether he has any health-related issue.


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This is another dish that probably shows up on most Chinese restaurants in America. It really is for the die-hard fire-eaters, but even they should leave the chilies on the plate and just enjoy the rest of the dish! You can substitute shrimp or chicken for the tofu and cashews for the peanuts (see the variations below).
- 1 c pressed beancurd or baked tofu (more on that here)
- 1/4 c dried red chilies
- 1 T oil
- 1/2 c roasted unsalted skinless peanuts
- 2 slices fresh ginger root, cut into thin strips
- 3 scallions, cut into 1″ lengths
- 2 T light soy sauce
- 1 T Shaoxing cooking wine or dry sherry
- 1.5 tsp tapioca flour or cornstarch
- 1 tsp black vinegar or apple cider or rice wine vinegar
- 1 tsp sugar, raw cane or brown is best
- Combine the sauce ingredients in a bowl and set aside.
- Cut the beancurd into 1/2″ dice.
- Wipe the dried peppers with a damp cloth anc cut into 1/2″ sections – keep the seeds if you really love the heat, or throw them out.
- Heat the oil in the wok over high heat until it shimmers, the explode the chili sections, ginger, and scallions just until fragrant.
- Stirfry the beancurd quickly to heat thru, add the peanuts and stir to combine.
- Add the sauce and cook until it thickens and loses its starchy taste, approximately 1-2 m.
- You can substitute 1 c diced chicken or shrimp for the tofu: marinate 20 m in 1/2 egg white combined with 1 tsp cornstarch and 1 tsp Shaoxing wine or dry sherry; stirfry in place of the beancurd just until cooked through.
- Substitute roasted unsalted cashews for the peanuts.
- You can add some bell peppers, green beans, broccoli, or other vegetable for extra color – dice and stirfry separately, then add back to the dish just before you add the sauce.
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Capital is a valuable measurement of an institution's financial resilience. It acts as a cushion against losses and provides protection for depositors when a bank is struggling financially. From a safety and soundness perspective, the higher the capital, the better.
The Bank of Kaukauna fell short of the national average of 13.13 on our test to measure the adequacy of a bank's capital, receiving a score of 10 out of a possible 30 points.
One widely followed measure of this buffer is a bank's Tier 1 capital ratio. The Bank of Kaukauna's Tier 1 capital ratio was 11.98 percent, exceeding the 6 percent level regulators consider adequate, but under the national average of 25.65 percent. The higher the capital ratio, the better the bank will be able to weather financial headwinds.
Overall, The Bank of Kaukauna held equity amounting to 10.59 percent of its assets, which was lower than the national average of 12.03 percent.
Bankrate uses this test to determine the impact of troubled assets, such as past-due mortgages, on the bank's reserves set aside to cover loan losses, as well as overall capitalization.
A bank with extensive holdings of these kinds of assets may eventually be required to use capital to cover losses, diminishing its equity cushion. It also means that there are likely to be many assets that are in non-accrual status and no longer earning interest for the bank, resulting in reduced earnings and potentially more risk of a failure in the future.
On Bankrate's asset quality test, The Bank of Kaukauna scored 36 out of a possible 40 points, coming in below the national average of 37.49 points.
The percentage of problem assets a bank holds compared to its total assets is a useful indicator of asset quality.As of December 31, 2017, 0.12 percent of The Bank of Kaukauna's loans were noncurrent, meaning they were more than 90 days past due or were in non-accrual status. That's below the national average of 1.01 percent.
Banks maintain a reserve known as an "allowance for loan and lease losses" to deal with troubled assets . Comparing the reserve's size to the total amount of problematic loans can be a handy indicator when evaluating a bank's ability to manage troubled assets. The Bank of Kaukauna's loan loss allowance was 1,421.51 percent of its total noncurrent loans, above the national average. All things being equal, a higher ratio of loan loss allowance to noncurrent loans is better.
How profitable a bank is affects its safety and soundness. A bank can retain its earnings, giving a boost to its capital cushion, or use them to address problematic loans, potentially making the bank more resilient in times of trouble. Banks that are losing money, however, have less ability to do those things.
The Bank of Kaukauna scored 20 out of a possible 30 on Bankrate's earnings test, beating the national average of 15.12.
One important way to measure a bank's earnings is return on equity, or net income (profit, essentially) divided by total equity. The most recent annualized quarterly return on equity for The Bank of Kaukauna was 12.12 percent, above the national average of 8.10 percent.
The bank earned net income of $1.2 million on total equity of $10.3 million for the twelve months ended December 31, 2017. The bank reported an annualized return on average assets, or ROA, of 1.26 percent, above the 1 percent deemed satisfactory in accordance with industry standards, and above the average for U.S. banks of 1.00 percent.
Bankrate.com's Safe & Sound Ratings provide a star rating system to evaluate the current financial status of financial institutions. The information gathered about banks, credit unions and thrifts is updated as set forth in the Terms of Use of Safe & Sound Ratings and Reports. The Safe & Sound Ratings information is grouped by categories of banks, thrifts and credit unions.
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My sweet summer puppy. How I have loved you since I was 8 years old, how I still love you at 24. You were an old man, even at 1 years old. You preferred a calm night curled in front of a fire or on my lap rather than running to fetch a stick. Your curiosity had you ranging on your leash from in front of me, out to the side, to trying to drag me backward. Or maybe this was just because you didn't want to go inside yet. You loved the outside, no matter the weather. In the summertime, you dig holes and curl yourself in a bed of dirt and in the winter you make a nest of snow and rest just as comfortably. To others, you appeared calm, mellow and slightly dopey. To us who know you best, we know your mischievous side. We know the husky in you that peers over your shoulder at us when we call you in, then calmly walk into the woods, not to be found for several hours. We know your silliness and your sweetness. Remember that time, one winter, I went to search for you. I found you in the field with snowballs in your feet, too uncomfortable to walk home. Why didn't you come home earlier before it got this bad? No matter, I broke the clumps free and we walked home in the blue light of evening.
You know Kay, I never thought of you as young, even when you were. And yet, I always call you puppy because to me, you are always my puppy.
The first time I noticed you were getting old was not because of the grey around your muzzle, no. It was that moment I went to call you in. You were sleeping in a patch of sunshine, curled up tightly at the base of the oak tree next to the house. You were not fifty feet from me but no matter how loud I called your name you did not hear me. Frightened, I ran barefoot towards you, acorns stabbing my feet along the way. When my foot was directly next to you and as I reached down to check for your heartbeat your head popped up and you grinned at me, not a care in the world. We returned together to the house, ready for dinner. After that, I noticed, more and more, that you could not hear as well as you used to, despite the fact you kept your ears up to attention. In those years I had to go out and find you sometimes because you no longer heard us call you from the porch.
Ceilidh, despite getting old you still found the energy to frolick down a path, try to keep up when I took a walk and cuddle. Heck, you even tried to chase off bears at one point, though it is hard to say whether or not you knew exactly what was going on or if you were just following your brother, Buddha. I am glad I did not lose you on that day.
I miss you, puppy. Though my journey has taken me far and wide I think of you often and miss your attempts at being a lap dog. As you get older you lose more and more control, I can only imagine how frustrating that must be. I wish I could have been with you more in these last years. Love you so much.


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The Project is intended to introduce and promote the Turkish Higher Education with its system, legislation, institutions, programs offered, and outcomes achieved, as a whole.
The main target audience of the project and its services portal is the future international students.
However, the needs and benefits of all other stakeholders of international higher education, who could be in touch with Turkish counterparts in one or another way, also taken into account in the processes of design and development.
Features of the SIT Project
This is a comprehensive project aimed at providing all the services needed relating to the core concept, and the supplementary services to be given on-site are clustered around its core management tool: the new Study in Turkey services portal.
SIT Services Portal
The services portal has 6 main features intended to serve the strategic goals of the project.
A Management Tool
The Study in Turkey Services Portal functions as a CRM module to help us manage all the operations under the SIT project and our contacts with all the stakeholders of the project.
A News Platform
Journalism in the Int'l HE field is defined as one of the major businesses, and the SIT Portal is designed so as to provide a versatile platform to exchange the noteworthy news touching to Turkey anyway.
A Search Tool
The Portal provides the most comprehensive, detailed, and user-friendly search engine with up-to-date databases for easily discovering the course alternatives available in Turkey.
A Networking Tool
Developing innovative tools to facilitate international networking is another main goal for us, and the SIT Portal is designed so as to provide a launching platform for a future HE Marketplace.
A Student Guide
The Portal as a whole serves as a comprehensive guide for future and ongoing int'l students. The Guidelines modules included in it provides the basic tips in an organized format.
A Marketing Tool
As being designed to provide diversified dynamic fields for its visitors' service, SIT Portal offers a multitude of options for better promoting various services to the audiences.
Future Prospects
This initiative was started as a pilot project to build up a new and more participative model for "Study Abroad Services" worldwide and intended to stimulate the generation of a wider network of portals by including the other attractive destinations, especially in the Eurasian Region.
Please let us know your valuable opinion after visiting the portal and discuss the possibilities of developing the project even further for the good of the international students, today and tomorrow!


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Memorial Day is about remembering.
Not remembering the sales at the stores.
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Not remembering it as a day off work.
But it is about remembering those who choose to fight for our nation.
Remembering those who gave their lives to keep freedom the top priority.
Remembering their families left behind.


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It is Christmas Eve and the tree went up around lunch time, lights went on around dinner time and we are slowly decorating the tree and the house.
I love opening the christmas boxes and discovering ornaments and decorations that remind me of years gone by.
The kissing bug hangs in our house in the doorway between the living room and kitchen. She (I think it is a she) was made the Christmas I was eighteen. I was having a New Year's Eve party and as a party favour I made a dozen kissing bugs.
You can see they weren't fancy, but mine has survived forty-one years with the same clump of mistletoe (plastic mistletoe) tucked into its belly.
The party was a disaster. Too much alcohol, and I think every couple who came to the party had a squabble of one kind or another. The fellow I was dating was a shift worker and I think he fell asleep before midnight!
So the party was not a success. But kissing bug has witnessed many, many successful parties since that first one.
She is a keeper.
A diary of the second half of life. A life that includes swimming, knitting, love, hope, faith, grace, humour and depression. Not necessarily in that order.
Wednesday, December 24, 2014
Kissing Bug
Posted by Breathing Life at 8:36 PM
Labels: memories
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What a cute ;little bug! I am sure she has seen many a good party since the disastrous one she was made for. Lovely post.ReplyDelete
We don't have the mistletoe tradition down here in the Southern Hemisphere coz we don't have mistletoe... But i love the idea of an annual happy bug to hang around with the daddy-long legs who make their way in... Lovely.ReplyDelete
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Made up of just 3 basic, on hand ingredients, this dish was a delightful surprise! We found ourselves amazed by how the rich garlicky flavor melded with the fresh, aromatic thyme. This dish not only had people coming out of the woodwork for dinner ("What's that smell? Can I have some?), it also had them in shock over how simple it was to put together.
- 2 Beetnik steaks of your choice (this works well with ribeyes, NY strip steak and tenderloins)
- 3 cloves of garlic, finely chopped
- about 3 tbsps of fresh thyme leaves (this is about 18 springs)
- salt and pepper to season
- 2-3 tbsps olive oil
Choose a glass container large enough for your steaks. Combine oil, garlic, thyme. Add the steaks and coat them with the mixture. Cover and let sit in refrigerator for up to an hour, if not overnight.
Once ready, remove steaks from the container and season with salt and pepper. Discard the excess marinade. Place steak on the grill or pan and cook over medium high heat for 3 minutes and flip. Cook until desired doneness is reached.


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This started as an attempt at simplifying a craft project for my preschoolers, but morphed into me making a paper turtle to share. He can be friends with the giraffe and the moose. Hooray! I will have to go back to the drawing board for the preschoolers.
Click here to download your very own PDF. Basically, all you have to do is cut and fold, but if you use regular printer paper it has trouble staying together so a little tape will help. If you use cardstock, it will stay together on its own better. As far as construction is concerned, the toughest part is folding the shell. I put the pictures below to clarify.
Ta-DA! You have a new paper turtle! The socks don't stay on very well without tape, by the way.
Here my turtle is wearing socks- it's kind of cold in my house right now, so I made some as an accessory.


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A Secular Art
The creation of the perfumed candles is a secular art, which require for a precision worthy of a silversmith.
If the candle existed since millenniums, it is in the 18th century when chemists were at the origin of the distribution of what we called the candle. In the Renaissance, the nobility and the clergy already got clearer with wax candles of bee and left to the people the lighting in the tallow. The wax candle of better quality was reserved for the highest spheres of the society.
For that purpose, the learning for the manufacturing of candles was of six years. The one who wished to go into the job by arriving to Paris, had to prove that he had made his six years of apprenticeship with his masters.
Waxmakers and soapmakers of the 18th century therefore spread the candle in residences and the first scented candle in the Cypress was created in the 50s by a famous perfumer, Jean-Baptiste Rigaud.
All the fragrances of the House Synopsis Paris are joining this tradition and are made with the biggest rigor and the same movements as his predecessors. Just like the biggest houses of perfume shop which sometimes look for several years to create a flavor, here the requirement is total to get the best made olfactory, a warm flame and a slow combustion.