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Multiple studies found that flu vaccinations can cause harm to your heart, infant and fetus. The CDC recommends that all infants six months or older should receive flu vaccinations on top of a highly questionable vaccination schedule. You can check out the entire vaccination schedule here.
A study published in the journal Vaccine found that flu vaccines can cause a measurable increase in inflammation in pregnant women. This can increase the risk of preeclampsia which can result in high blood pressure and an increased amount of protein in the urine. Preeclampsia can lead to eclampsia, which are life threatening seizers pregnant women can have during birth.
Another study published in the Journal of Paediatrics, found that 85 percent of newborn infants experienced abnormal elevations of CRP when given multiple vaccines and up to 70 percent in those given a single vaccine. CRP is a protein found in the blood, a rise in this protein is a response to inflammation. Overall, 16 percent of infants were reported to experience vaccine-associated cardiorespiratory events within 48 hours of immunization.
Last but not least, a study published in the International Journal of Medicine revealed something that you don't hear to often. That flu vaccines results in inflammatory cardiovascular changes indicative of increased risk for serious heart-related events, like a heart attack.
Together with an inflammatory reaction, influenza A vaccine induced platelet activation and sympathovagal imbalance towards adrenergic predominance. Significant correlations were found between CRP levels and HRV (heart rate variability) parameters, suggesting a pathophysiological link between inflammation and cardiac autonomic regulation. The vaccine-related platelet activation and cardiac autonomic dysfunction may transiently increase the risk of cardiovascular events.
More people are choosing to opt our of their yearly flu vaccination due to new information surfacing that shows they can be harmful to your health. Instances like children in Europe developing Narcolepsy after the H1N1 pandemrix vaccine adds to the new decisions as well.doesn't help either. Periodic infectious challenges are natures way of strengthening the immune system, but with such a rigid vaccine schedule from the onset of birth, our immune system becomes reliant and weak instead of strong and more developed. In fact, during the global pandemic that was declared by the World Health Organization in 2009, Canadians actually increased the rate of medically attended pandemic H1N1 infection. Vaccines, therefore, may actually decrease the resistance to viral infection via their immunosuppressive actions. The study was published in the US National Library of Medicine.
Over 200 viruses cause influenza and influenza-like illness which produce the same symptoms (fever, headache, aches and pains, cough and runny noses). Without laboratory tests, doctors cannot tell the two illnesses apart. Both last for days and rarely lead to death or serious illness. At best, vaccines might be effective against only influenza A and B, which represent about 10% of all circulating viruses (source)
Hopefully this information inspires you to further investigate before receiving your flu shots. We are often pushed and encouraged by health organizations and mass media to take the flu shot without taking a look at the evidence that supports it, and the evidence that works against it. Having a broad range of information is always better than having no information at all. I personally choose not to be vaccinated, I am a strong believer that our immune systems are capable of overcoming any type of illness especially when we take care of our health and have the right mentally in place. I also recommend taking a look at the ingredients within the vaccine you are considering, and researching the potential effects those can have on your body.


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Sean wearing one of his dad's shirts, that he'd word while holding Sean as a baby.
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I love John's look in 1979. And to think I was working at the Harmony Hut record store pushing his albums on everyone! I was pining for the day he would come out of retirement!!!!
So cool! And Bijou Philips! She's now engaged to one of my favorite TV actors..
These are so sweet, thanks for sharing them. : ) <3
I am 47, and I love to wear my dad's old pullovers or sweatshirts or shirts… I love these pix
Sean need to wear his own cloths and get his own life. Don't take me the wong way. I think he could do some good things and contributions except, he spends more time than he should trying to trace his dads tracks. i.e. Photo shoot with model nude like his dad on cover if rolling stone, and some other photos I 've seen over the years.
@ J0J0 : maybe he wishes he could have known his dad better or being around him longer… This shirt thing is cute, it's not like he is doing it in an obvious manner.
j0j0: Um, Sean has his own life and a pretty cool one. I consider myself a Sean Lennon fan, as I have adored his music since his first album was released and been following him since. He's a tremendously talented individual who can play every instrument extremely well. He's also developed into a wonderful songwriter, and his album "Friendly Fire" is a fantastic record- I'd go so far as to call it a masterpiece. It's perfect through and through. His work in Cibo Matto and producing his mother's album is also quite fantastic. I love the classical album he released, and the newest venture with his band the Ghost Of A Saber Tooth Tiger is amazing. I saw them live, met him, and not only are they incredible to see (go! I urge you!!!) Sean is the nicest famous encounter I have ever had- a truly gentle, sweet, and charming guy.
Just because he wears his dad's clothes or does similar photo shoots doesn't mean he's some kind of delusional wannabe of his dad. This guy is very much an individual- and a fairly brilliant one at that.
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I look forward to another year here-already paid up for the year. This year I still want to work toward my goal-have ideas on that for another day. But I also want to go back-or is it really going way forward to my spiritual basis I started with. A bird just started singing to me right out my window-WOW! The minute I wrote "spiritual." More on my spiritual growth as I share my health journey as well.
The above quote ended " Begin by nourishing yourself with joyful feelings. Practice walking meditation outside, enjoying the fresh air, the trees, and the stars in the night sky. What do you do to nourish yourself? It's important to discuss this subject with dear friends to find concrete ways to nourish joy and happiness. When you succeed in doing this , your suffering, sorrow, and painful mental formations will begin to transform."


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For "Red Band Society" scribe Margaret Nagle, setting her show in a children's hospital recalled some of her earliest childhood memories, a personal connection she shared with the guests who gathered for a pilot screening and Q&A at the Landmark Theater in Westwood on Wednesday evening.
"I grew up going to children's hospitals," Nagle explained. "My brother Charlie was in a coma, my older brother, so my very first memories of life are from being in a children's hospital.
Series stars Octavia Spencer, Dave Annable, Nolan Sotillo and Ciara Bravo joined Nagle for the Q&A sesh, moderated by Fox L.A.'s Julie Chang, and explained how they prepared for their roles in a skein that centers on pediatric patients and the doctors and nurses who become integral parts of their lives.
Spencer wasn't shy about expressing her enthusiasm about her latest role. "I'm not blowing smoke when I say it was the best pilot script I had ever read," she said.
"I've played a nurse so many times that I really could go and do code blue," she joked. "They're all very different from this particular type of nurse and what I love is Margaret kind of did a lot of the work for us. I had to just go back and do the research about all the illnesses and what each child would've had to go through for their treatment."
After watching the Spanish version of the show, "Polseres Vermelles," Nagle said she made some major changes to keep her version from being too-male driven. She and her team added more female roles to the cast as well as the adult characters played by Spencer, Wilson Cruz and Griffin Dunne. Based on her personal experiences, Nagle said she also strived to maintain a "No cheese, no saga" approach to telling a story about teens living in a hospital.
"Teenagers in a hospital stay much longer than adults – the rate of survival is very, very high – but while they're there they take SATs, they fall in love, they do all the things that teenagers do, and so I also wanted to explore that environment, too," Nagle explained.
Though "Red Band Society" departs from many of the conventions of other hospital shows, Nagle said Annable's character — Dr. McAndrew — is in fact a nod to Drs. McDreamy and McSteamy of "Grey's Anatomy."
"We're sort of making fun of it a little bit," Nagle teased, telling the audience that the character is really more of a tribute to L.A.-based oncologist and hematologist Dr. Philomena McAndrew.
He may play a handsome doctor, but Annable said he did his homework by visiting pediatricians and consulting with his sister, a physician assistant. The former "Brothers and Sisters" actor also shared that he still gets choked up when watching the show.
"You care for these characters," Annable said. "It's not trying to make you cry at any point in the show. You cry because you care – and through laughter."
While the series strikes a delicate balance between comedy and drama, the cast said they kept a light-hearted vibe on set by belting out tunes and busting some moves.
"They would have singalongs on set. The crew was just stunned and Octavia would dance," Nagle said, though Spencer insisted she's more of a lip-syncher when asked to showcase her vocals during the Q&A.
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Masjid Ibrahim (formerly Masjid Salafia till c.2017), Huddersfield is located on the Halifax Old Road in Birkby. The masjid has a capacity for about 250 brothers and 100 sisters. It is attended by a diverse cross-section of the community, Alhamdulillah, including many from the Kurdish community.
Brief History:
In the 2001 census there were just over 12,000 Muslims in Huddersfield, making up 10% of the local population.
The masjid building was formally a pub and was converted into a masjid by a small group of brothers in the year 2000. The vision was to establish a masjid teaching Islam according to the authentic Quran and Sunnah. The Imam at the masjid is fluent in Arabic, Urdu, Punjabi and Japanese and holds a degree in Islamic Studies from Ummul Qura University in Makkah. Originally the Friday Khutbahs were delivered in both Urdu and English on an alternate basis; however in 2011 Alhamdulillah the transition was made to all English Khutbahs to meet the needs of the local community. Masjid Salafia is the first masjid in Huddersfield, and possibly in the entire region, where all the Friday khutbahs are delivered in English.
The two store building has a number of parking bays to the front and a small car park to the rear. The sisters' prayer hall is located on the first floor. Other unique features include disabled access, a computer room and a library.
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- Quran and Islamic Studies Madrasah for children (5 days a week)
- Brothers' tajweed class;
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- Children's' Urdu class every Saturday;
- Monthly events in English for brothers and sisters;
- Short reminder after Magrib prayer everyday;
The vision is to increase the capacity within the masjid to accommodate the growing number of worshippers and this will be achieved by extending the masjid in the near future, Insha'Allah.
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Should Employers Be Responsible for Employee Workplace Safety?
In Canada, Ontario was the last province to initiate upgraded Occupational Health & Safety legislation requiring employers to further protect workers from acts of aggression and violence while at work. Bill 168 became law in 2010 and was called "Lori's Law" after Lori Dupont, a nurse who was stabbed to death by her ex-boyfriend in front of patients while she was at work in a Windsor, Ontario hospital. The assailant was a doctor who still worked at the hospital, who later committed suicide.
Risk Assessments
Within the legislation, a great deal of emphasis is placed on conducting Risk Assessments within workplaces. I have spoken about this before with respect to Risk Assessments based on information that is known or ought reasonably to have been known.
Conducting a risk analysis regarding a workplace is a time-honoured technique used to identify factors that may complicate or inhibit success in creating a safe workplace for your staff.
Reduced to its essence, a risk analysis necessitates examining a workplace and making of list of everything that could go wrong in a given worksite situation. It also necessitates coming up with best possible responses on how to deal effectively with each scenario.
The important thing is that this is done proactively……before anything actually occurs
When you look around your workplace, risks are everywhere. Especially if your staff work in an atmosphere where they deal with the public on a daily basis.Employers are required to examine different levels of risk. These are based on the level of potential violence and exposure to danger in a situation and the urgency of the response required to that situation.
Think through a risk exercise
I have found that when you engage in the activity of thinking through a risk exercise, it tends to open up new perspectives on where the risks are in a given workplace and what the potential responses might be. It also allows you to think about all of the potential steps that could be taken to mitigate such risks ahead of time.
In the aftermath of an incident, an investigation will always examine the information that was known (or ought reasonably to have been known) to see whether an employer knew the risks but failed to take any steps to protect its workers.
With respect to Lori's Law, had the hospital (the employer) known about the abusive relationship that Lori was suffering at the hands of her boyfriend (a co-worker), they would have acted to protect, not only Lori, but also other workers at the hospital since everyone else was at risk as well.
Certainly in healthcare settings, where there are constant high-tension and high-traffic environments to manage, the risk analysis process focuses on the risks that are confronting staff safety every day.
As with other workers who work with the public, staff in healthcare settings could experience violence and aggression not only from their co-workers and supervisors but also from patients and visitors. All of these factors must be taken into account when conducting that risk assessment.
Some factors to consider in those risk assessment conversations should include:
Potential weapons that could be present (possessed by patients, their families or friends)
Onsite investigations involving the police and criminal containment at the facility
Violent individuals who are detained in the healthcare facility
Mentally ill individuals who have been released following their assessment but without sufficient medical care
Drugs that are available in healthcare facilities, making the facility a target
Open access waiting areas which are unsecured and where there is zero screening
Dangerous individuals who may be there to obtain information regarding a patient or to visit a patient
Reduced staffing levels during various times of the day
Isolated work locations when staff are treating or examining patients
Remote locations where there is a lack of backup or immediate assistance
Lack of training regarding the recognition of escalating aggression and how to manage the hostile individual and de-escalation techniques
Security features which examine physical barriers, interior and exterior lighting and physical alarm devices amongst many other items
Why this is a relevant conversation to have now is that in Ontario there is the first courtroom test of "Lori's Law" where an Ottawa justice of the peace must now decide if the Royal Ottawa Hospital did enough to protect its workers involved in a violent Code White call nearly four years ago.
The July 5, 2012, incident occurred in The Royal Ottawa Hospital's recovery unit where low-risk patients are prepared to re-enter the community. That day, a schizophrenic man, became agitated and attacked staff, knocking one out by throwing her against a steel door frame and choking another to unconsciousness. He was eventually overpowered and subdued by another patient who intervened in the melee.
Code White is hospital name for alerting staff to violent incidents.
Over the course of the trial, court heard graphic testimony from nurses, registered practical nurses and personal care attendants about the patient's violent assault. Much of the other testimony involved the hospital's training and policies, and the equipment available to summon help during a Code White event.
The hospital made changes in the recovery unit after the assault — installing shatter-proof windows, adding red help phones and issuing staff personal alarms, for example — and those improvements "could have been done and should have been done beforehand," said Grainne McGrath, the Ministry of Labour prosecuting lawyer.
"The employer should have done better."
That is my point here.
Employers need to be proactive before they have to be reactive.
If convicted, The Royal faces fines of up to $500,000 on each charge.
The verdict is due June 17.
Based on this information……how does your workplace measure up?


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Jan 31, 2013 8:11 PM GMT
Tennessee dog dies Thursday because he is 'gay'
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/01/31/gay-dog-euthanized-tennessee_n_2590537.htmlGawker notes that a woman named Stephanie Fryns, who is affiliated with the animal rescue group Woof Connections, said that she planned to adopt the dog.
"I am adopting this big boy first thing in the morning," she wrote on the Facebook page for the animal rescue group Save The Animals Together (S.T.A.T.). "He will be neutered/ htwm tested/ and vetted. He will be temperament tested and then places in a rescue verified and approved home."
A Jackson Rabies Control employee confirmed to HuffPost that the dog was adopted on Thursday morning. He had been scheduled to be euthanized at 1:00 p.m., according to the Examiner.


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From the Montréal Gazette's Letters to the Editor:
I am a black Canadian woman who recently returned to Montreal after spending 10 years studying and working in the United States. While there, it was with pride that I followed through the media the appointment of Michaëlle Jean as governor-general of Canada.
With her amazing qualifications, she has been fulfilling her role in an impeccable manner. Now that Barack Obama stands a very real chance of becoming the next president of the United States, dare I dream that we might have a black leader of Canada in my lifetime?
Diane Carol Jacobs
St. Hubert
I think Her Excellency Michaëlle Jean has done a superb job as the nation's vice-regal representative, and certainly allayed any fears I had initially about her prior separatist sympathies. She conducts herself with enthusiasm, aplomb and decorum that one might wish from the actual House of Windsor.
I could be wrong, but I have this funny feeling that Senator Obama's supporters have been doing a little volunteering, fundraising and campaigning for the candidate. At least once. I'm not so sure anything like that is involved in the appointment of the Governor General. Having a black Prime Minister is, I think, contingent upon a black man or woman articulating a political vision that resonates first with his or her political party, and second with the electorate of this great nation.
Personally, I prefer to vote for the guy or girl whose platform contains the policies I find most attractive and beneficial to the nation. The melanin content of their skin isn't something I factor into consideration.


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Laughing At Sea Level
Kevin Maher talks to filmmaker Will Carlough about Batman (his acclaimed short film Robin's Big Date starring Sam Rockwell and Justin Long), his plans to get sued, and the Brooklyn Underground Film Festival.
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The Brooklyn Underground Film Festival packed the Lyceum Theater for "Oh My God!" an evening of comedy shorts. Program Director Josh Koury says the comedy show always gets a big turnout, and this year was no exception; they were turning droves of people away. Inside, the space was filled with a mix of Brooklyn Hipsters, Posers, Movie Geeks, and even a few Filmmakers.
Screening highlights included WASHINGTON (a low-budget animated rap video that praised George Washington and his many penises); THE PITY CARD (a story of two guys who picks up girls by getting their sympathy); and ROBIN'S BIG DATE (a super-hero comedy starring Justin Long as a bashful Robin and Sam Rockwell as a cock-blocking Batman.)
Kevin Maher recently caught up with Will Carlough, the writer of ROBIN'S BIG DATE.
Kevin - Let's start at the beginning – How did you come to make ROBIN'S BIG DATE?
I've never made a dime off movies, so in that respect I am underground. Yeah. I am "Ground". I'm not Over ground or Under ground, I'm sea level.
Will - Well I was going to see a movie and I had an hour to kill and I dropped by (Director) James' place and he said Sam Rockwell and Justin Long said they'd make a movie, whatever he came up with. He had a few days, then they'd give him 3 hours to shoot something. James was working on a story about a guy who likes a girl but he can't tell her. And I was like "that would be awesome if it was Batman and Robin."
Kevin - What movie were you going to see?
Will - BON VOYAGE, a French movie. I ended up not seeing it, because I was working on the script.
Kevin - What did the movie cost? What was the most expensive part of the shoot?
Will - The Batman costume was 20 – 30 bucks. We made Robin's costume out of stuff we had around and a five-dollar leotard. We borrowed everything else, from lighting to camera to everything. The place let us shoot for free. So not that much.
Kevin - You tend to write movies where you're the star. Were you pleased with Sam Rockwell's performance as Batman?
Will - No, he's terrible; I woulda done 20 times better. (laughs) No, he was very good. I had been drawing these stupid BATMAN comics at work, with Batman sitting on a couch, not talking to anybody, just watching TV. So in the first draft he was just grumpy and drinking beer. But if Sam was gonna do this, we worked it where he became the Batman you see in ROBIN'S BIG DATE.
Kevin - How does Rockwell's Batman compare to the recent portrayal by Christian Bale?
Will - I was very happy that Christian Bale shaved. I think Sam didn't. If Christian Bale and Sam Rockwell were in a fight as Batman, Sam would win because he wouldn't show up and he would just be drinking beer at his house and Christian Bale would be left feeling stupid at wherever they were gonna fight.
Kevin - Before your film played Brooklyn Underground it was screened at Sundance – how are those screening experiences different?
Will - Brooklyn Underground was different from Sundance because I wasn't in the bathroom puking during the screenings. I got the flu at Sundance so I wasn't really able to enjoy the screenings. In that way, Brooklyn Underground beat Sundance hands down. No puking factor.
Kevin - Have these festivals taught you anything special about the business?
Will - I sorta spent my entire life trying to find fun ways to get sued and I thought ROBIN'S BIG DATE would be the one, where D.C. comics would sue me out of house and home and it didn't work. My best gettin' sued idea flopped. But it could still work; at any time they could drop the hammer.
Kevin - Has anyone at D.C. seen the movie?
Will - I showed it to a couple of people who work there, not in any bigwig capacity. They liked it. These would not be the people in charge of suing me. I'm sure a handful have seen it there.
Kevin - Before getting into the Brooklyn Underground Film Festival had you considered yourself an underground filmmaker?
Will - I suppose so. By underground, it depends what you mean. I think a lot of it is weird and so weird it doesn't even make sense. But I try to make movies that make a little bit of sense. I've never made a dime off movies, so in that respect I am underground. Yeah. I am "ground". I'm not Over ground or Under ground, I'm sea level.
Kevin - You mean SEA level, not "C" level?
Will - Yeah like the ocean, sea. If I had to give myself a letter rating I'd give myself a B+. And an E for effort.
Kevin - What was your favorite movie in the Brooklyn Underground's comedy showcase?
Will - The George Washington has really stuck with me and I've tried to find it online.
Kevin - Are you a fan of viral videos, or would you rather show them with a large audience on a big screen?
Will - Well I'll tell you, the amount of people who've seen it online vastly outnumber the people who've seen it at festival venues, and at this point I've sent it to a lot of festivals and I'm glad it can be at festivals and that is the ideal thing, to have it shown with people laughing. But when it comes down to it, not many people are seeing festivals, but there are a lot of people at work sending each other stuff online. We got a shout-out in Entertainment Weekly and if people read about it, they can see it online without going to some lame festival. Or some awesome festival.
Kevin - What does the "underground" label mean to you? Is it a badge of honor or a backhanded compliment?
Will - No, it's descriptive of a certain kind of filmmaking. It describes your process more than the quality or even anything about the film. You don't have any money, you are working on borrowed stuff, you want to make this movie and you're not sure how, that's underground I guess. So neither.
Kevin - Is it weird seeing movies by HBO at an underground film festival? Do movies lose their underground cred when they go mainstream?
Will - If HBO is giving you money to make a movie, you're not underground. If you're making a movie in a friend's restaurant basement, that's underground. The most underground thing I saw at the festival was the weird thing with Jar Jar Binks at the Gates. (Editor's note: the movie is Ben Coonley's THE BEST GIFTS, which I kinda hated.)
Kevin - Would your script have worked as well if it had been animated?
Will - Maybe. If anyone reading this wants to make the animated version, I give you permission and we can find out. And I will only expect a moderate licensing fee.
Kevin - What's next for Will Carlough?
Will - The guys want to make a sequel to the Batman movie.
Kevin - Can you tell us about it?
Will - All I can say is that it may or may not involve time-travel.
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Every year, BU School of Law's Public Interest Project (PIP) provide grants to first and second-year JD students who accept unpaid summer internships with non-profit, public interest, or government organizations. To qualify for a grant, students must demonstrate a strong commitment to public service and secure an unpaid legal position in public service. Past placements have included Greater Boston Legal Services, the US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, Immigration Legal Resource Center, Kids In Need of Defense (KIND), state Attorneys General, US Attorney's Offices, and District Attorney's Offices and Public Defender Offices nationwide.
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"I'm extremely grateful for the work PIP and its donors do for law students interested in public interest work. It allowed me to deepen my knowledge of the criminal justice system by working in one of its most maligned components: correctional facilities." – Michael Onah (Class of 2018)
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Last Friday marked my twelfth consecutive Friday night fish fry, at my twelfth different restaurant. The process of deciding which establishment to judge hasn't been as easy as you might think. Should I drive to East Troy to some restaurant that someone on this blog said I should visit? Or do I stick to the staples, to the restaurants that everyone knows? Visiting the unknown might be more fun, and if I visit the unknown and the fish is awful then at least I won't offend anyone in my home town. Last Friday, my wife and I went to Harpoon Willies in Williams Bay. I've been there more times than I can count, but this was the first time I've ever ordered the fish.
Unlike the other restaurants I've visited, Harpoon Willies matters to me. On a hot summer afternoon in the early 1990s I stood nervously in that parking lot in my dirty lawn mowing clothes while Harry Caray autographed a receipt for me. Holy Cow, Cub's Win. Followed by a scribble that must have been his signature. I took some time off from Harpoons after that day, but in recent years the in-house smoker brought me back. The brisket sandwich is as smoky and tender as it might be anywhere. The waffle fries are the best french fry on any menu in the county. It's with this understood bias that I entered into that dark establishment last Friday night.
The restaurant is across the street from the lake in Williams Bay, but it still classifies as lakeside to me. There's a large screened porch that was understandably quiet on this chilly Friday evening. The primary dining area consists of a long bar surrounded by some high tops and a few booths. The booths were rebuilt with reclaimed barn wood a year or so ago, and they're quite nice. The whole scene is nice. It's like a dive bar that looks cool and doesn't make you regret entering the second the door pulls shut behind you. There's an old boat hanging from the ceiling, sports on the televisions, and generally upbeat crowd that would make me comfortable with my mom and dad or my daughter in tow.
Once we were situated at our high-top for two nearest the porch and lakeside windows, the pleasant waiter was table side to take our order. I asked if any appetizers were worth my consideration. Without hesitation the calamari was recommended. When ordering calamari it's a toss up between restaurants that serve it with marinara sauce and those that serve it with cocktail sauce. Harpoons makes no equivocation and serves theirs with cocktail sauce, the way God intended. The Fish Fry, according to the waiter, was a single serve portion of fried, beer battered cod, with a single potato pancake (the single pancake returns to vex me). The sides of applesauce, coleslaw and tartar sauce are included. We ordered the fish and waited.
The calamari was brought out first, within five or six minutes. It was a decent sized portion, not necessarily generous. But the calamari was tender and the breading light. It was a delicious appetizer. We greedily ate it, which is the only way to eat fried calamari. Should you ever find yourself with someone who casually and delicately eats fried calamari, you must distance yourself from them. They likely swallow pills dry and purposefully bathe in lukewarm water. A few minutes after we finished the calamari the fish was served. The first glance proved three golden pieces of cod with a large, flat potato pancake underneath. The sides were served in plastic take-out containers, stacked on top of it all. In spite of my immediate disapproval of the takeout cups, the rest of the dinner looked delicious even if the portion size looked small. Because I've been a patron of Harpoon's for years, I had high expectations that they would deliver on their typically better than average bar fare.
I knew there was trouble when my fork first, and barely, touched the fried cod. The human brain is a an amazing creation, and it knows just how much pressure a hand holding a fork should have to apply in order to break through a piece of soft cod. My hand applied the pressure, the fork pressing into the battered exterior. Instead of breaking open, as a piece of fried cod should perform, this cod just compressed under the pressure of my fork. I pressed harder, the fish didn't yield. I picked up the piece of fish with my hand, this is a bar after all, and took a bite. The crunch was perfect, but the fish was immeasurably dry. The next piece was the same. The third piece, the same. My wife's fish was equally tough and dry. The fish was the worst piece of fried fish I've had on this tour. The week of anticipation, the hunger brought on Friday while thinking of a delicious bite of fried fish, the entire week and forthcoming weekend, ruined by this overcooked fish.
The potato pancake was very thin, and as a result, it was a touch dry. It wasn't super crispy, and it wasn't very flavorful. The singular note of potato was all that I could discern. It was a disappointment. The applesauce was smooth but flavorful. The coleslaw and tartar sauce acceptable, but not praiseworthy, according to my wife. There was no bread or butter served with dinner, which is a typical situation at a bar, so while I missed it I didn't expect it. We finished our meal and quietly drove home to pick fish out of our teeth.
And in this, there is a lesson. Just because a place serves fish, that doesn't mean the place is somewhere you should go for fish fry. I'm doing this review series to weed out the restaurants that aren't worth your time, but that only applies to the fish fry. Harpoon Willie's serves most delicious smoked meats. The waffle fries are divine. The scene is quite wonderful, summer or winter. But the fish fry was a complete and terrible miss. Perhaps the chef left the fish in the oil for a couple of minutes too long. I've done the same. Perhaps every other order that night was perfect. Whatever the reason, I wouldn't go to Harpoon's for their fish. Just like I wouldn't go to Pino's for their fish. I'd go to Harpoons to eat a brisket sandwich and waffle fries. I'd go for their pizza, which is quite good. I'd go because I like Williams Bay and I like the idea of a quick dinner or lunch lakeside, either in winter with a game on or during summer in the screened porch. You'll see me again at Harpoon Willies soon enough, but I won't be eating the fish.
Harpoon Willies 3/10
$13 Fried Cod (three piece) with Potato Pancake
8 East Geneva Street, Williams Bay


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I've often advocated on this blog that Hispanic college students do not fit the typical "pipeline" description when it comes to their higher education experiences. A "pipeline" in the educational context often denotes linear progression – a process that is continuous and developmental at the same time. In theory, this model makes a lot of sense; however, from a Hispanic perspective a different metaphorical model is needed. This El Paso Times article captures the essence of the Hispanic college student experience nicely. Hispanics often face many challenges on their path toward being a college graduate: work, family, and lack of financial resources are just a few. Having worked at the University of Texas at El Paso Career Center for almost five years, I can attest to the consequences of Hispanic college students "on ramping and off ramping" their college careers due to a lack of financial resources. Given the consequences of cutbacks state schools face around the country, it seems the challenege is getting even steeper.
As the EPTimes article accurately describes, Hispanic college students often leave school to earn additional monies in order to help pay for another quarter, semester, or year of college. I waited FIVE years after graduating from high school before setting foot on 4 year institution, meticulously saving money while I worked full time. Ironically, I saved enough for only two years of school before having to apply for student loans and other grants (another issue for first generation Hispanic college students altogether). I realize this trend is not concentrated to Hispanic college students. Women and other minorities face similar challenges while trying to obtain their college degrees. So rather than depicting education as a pipeline, I again advocate that for Hispanics and other minorities, the education process resembles more that of a matrix or a circuit with entry and decision making points being made at different points within and outside of the higher education process. Some colleges and universities are beginning to take note that the increasing presence of Hispanics on campuses requires change and I applaud their efforts; it's just not happening as fast as I'd like to see.


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Change Is On Your Side
All businesses that want to remain relevant need to be ready to reprioritize at any moment. This need for flexibility occurs in response to changes in the market, evolving client expectations, commitments to employees or any number of other internal and external factors. So, how can you keep up with it all?
Last year our senior leadership team aggregated all the known initiatives in our respective areas and came up with a whopping 81 projects company-wide. Having these documented allowed us to quickly, and easily, reprioritize when the "unknown" undoubtedly popped up. This exercise also uncovered that there were 81 opportunities to "get it right" and make our company better – or 81 chances to get it blissfully wrong and frustrate the hell out of everyone along the way.
Now, I'm not idealistic. I expect that there will always be a mix of hits and misses – ideally, there's more of the good and less of the not-so-good. One thing I know for sure is that the likelihood of disengaging people along the way and falling short of the expected outcome is exponentially increased without an effective change management strategy. This is true no matter how sexy or exciting a new initiative might be.
A lot of companies have project management down to a science. But what's too often forgotten is the importance of managing change for people in a way that's easily digestible and where results are realistically achievable. Unfortunately, skipping a change management strategy results in failed projects, disengaged stakeholders and ultimately lost productivity and revenue!
So, what is change management? In a nutshell, it focuses on moving individuals, teams and processes from a current state to a new, desired state. It requires everyone involved to slow down, consider who will be impacted by a project or initiative and then take the time to get buy-in early, and often, to make sure everyone understands the need for change and feels ready to tackle a new challenge.
If you're a project manager, business leader or just wondering why initiatives at your organization fall flat – I recommend checking out the book Change Management: The People Side of Change by Jeffrey Hiatt and Timothy Creasey. It's a short read with practical advice that goes a long way when implemented.
Most people don't love change – so don't make it harder than it needs to be.
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Catholic recording artist and popular blogger Susan Bailey reveals, in this personal and moving narrative, how several major losses helped her rediscover creativity and faith. Filled with powerful insights on the presence and action of grace—in the Mass and sacraments, in nature, and even in grief—River of Grace guides readers to strengthen their faith during tough times and discover their own hidden gifts.
In just a few years' time, Bailey experienced one challenge after another: the deaths of her father and mother, financial issues, and the loss of her singing voice. Using the rich imagery of a river of grace, Bailey relates how her devotion to the Eucharist inspired her to see Christ's presence in her life and helped her to trust again.
Each chapter of River of Grace: Creative Passages Through Difficult Times relates Bailey's experiences of loss and growth and features original activities and personal rituals that include everything from Joni Mitchell music videos and hot baths to imagery and uncooked spaghetti. These inspirational tools guide readers to reflect on their own experiences. Prayers and poetry are found throughout the book and a set of insightful reflection questions are placed at the end of each chapter.
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For travelers visiting China, Beijing is usually number one on the list, and for good reason. Home to the Forbidden City, Summer Palace, Great Wall, and much more, Beijing is a fascinating city to explore.
Beyond the main sights, there's so much more to do here. Hang out in the parks and learn tai chi with locals, get lost in the art galleries of 798, catch a performance of Peking opera, go for an epic hike in the surrounding hills, or party like a rock star in one of the many bars and clubs. Whatever your scene may be, Beijing's got something for you.
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Fighting the battle against antimicrobial resistance is one of the important battles of the present time to safeguard the progress that has been made in medical and veterinary medicine. SAFOSO is actively contributing to this work, through our services in consultancy, research and capacity building. We have co-authored several national and international reports that summarize available knowledge and identify knowledge gaps, for example on behalf of the Swiss government. Our research projects generate new insights into mechanisms for reduction of AMR, for example by identifying alternatives for antimicrobial usage [link]. And we support scientists from other countries by strengthening their skills in science writing, to promote publication of results on AMR studies from non-Western countries [link].
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Since its introduction into Europe in 2007, African swine fever is a constant threat for the pig and wild boar population in Europe. SAFOSO is actively engaged in strengthening the resilience of the veterinary systems in Europe and beyond to recognize and respond to outbreaks of ASF in an adequate and timely manner. For example, we were partner in the research consortium ASForce, in which we were responsible for the development and implementation of awareness and training activities targeting among other field veterinarians, hunters and people active in the pig industry. We also contributed to an outreach program in Ukraine, Georgia, Armenia and Kazakhstan, in which we supported the countries in the development and roll-out of tailored awareness raising campaigns [link].
We contribute to the systematic evaluation of projects, programmes and policies. Our role is typically related to the assessment of technical and economic aspects. This includes stakeholder interviews, workshops, and document reviews. For example, we have assessed the critical success factors for implementation of an animal health information system [link] and we have evaluated early warning systems of a veterinary service [link]. We adhere to national and/or international evaluation standards as applicable.
We conduct risk assessments and also train clients in how to conduct them. For example, we have assessed the risk of including specific animal materials in pharmaceutical or agricultural products [link]. And we have trained national veterinary services to evaluate the risk of the introduction and spread of diseases in their own countries [link]. Further, we support clients in using results of a risk assessment for the development of risk-based inspection or surveillance plans to allow for optimal use of limited resources and capacities.
Transferring knowledge from science to application is close to our hearts. As part of many of our projects, we have organized and lead webinars, policy roundtables and workshops for different topics and audiences around the world. We have also developed dissemination materials to reach a wider audience, including for example a video about African swine fever. We also manage and disseminate technical knowledge for organizations that do not have their own human resources and/or technical expertise. We even handle their routine administrative tasks, so we actually 'run the show' for them. A current example is the TAFS forum.
We believe that sustainable gains in food safety and animal health around the globe can only be achieved if the institutional and technical capacities of the food safety and veterinary organizations are brought to new levels. In many countries, external technical assistance is necessary to achieve such improvements. We also believe that sustainable improvements cannot be achieved by simply telling people what to do, but require a close cooperation between external and national experts to identify and implement tailor-made solutions for the situation specific to a country. These believes are driving our technical assistance projects. Among others, we have helped strengthen the capacities of the Mongolian veterinary services [link], are supporting food safety services in the Western Balkan region to develop and implement risk-based border inspections [link] and are contributing to the development of a risk-based inspection system in the dairy value chain in Ukraine [link].
We strive to be able to provide our clients with the latest available knowledge. And we like contributing to resolving tricky issues. Therefore we actively engage in national and international research projects. For example, we were partner in the research project SANTERO, which aimed to promote enhancement of risk-based surveillance methods. We also contributed to the project SPARE, in which we helped develop a new framework for spatial risk assessment for exotic disease incursion and spread through Europe. We also make sure that we do not neglect the economic aspects of disease control and surveillance. For example, we developed a framework for economic evaluation of One Health surveillance activities and validated it through case studies [link]. In addition to conducting research ourselves, we also often support research consortia with our expertise in knowledge dissemination. SAFOSO is an officially recognized SME (small/medium enterprise) and thus eligible for research consortia that need to include private partners – which is the case more and more often.
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Entry 1: CryoSat-2 unpacked and testing begun
22 January 2010 – Following the safe arrival of the CryoSat-2 satellite at the launch site in Baikonur a week ago, the launch campaign team has been busy unpacking the satellite and the containers of support equipment. Initial inspections show the satellite to be in good shape.
Marking the official start of the launch campaign, CryoSat-2 arrived at the Yubileiniy airfield at the launch site on 13 January. The first task was to unload the satellite container and support equipment from the Antonov aircraft, which had carried the cargo from Munich in Germany. Fortunately, the weather was kind; sunny, around –12°C and a slight breeze, which helped with the job of unloading and transporting the precious cargo by lorry to the integration facilities.
The following day was spent unpacking and setting up the ground support equipment. This equipment includes a lifting beam and the multipurpose trolley, which is used to support the satellite while it is being tested. Once the equipment was set up the satellite could be unpacked and installed on the trolley – a milestone in the launch campaign.
In addition, the Dnepr launch space head module, which encapsulates the satellite during launch, was brought into facilities.
By 17 January, most of the support equipment and communication links to ESA's Spacecraft Operations Centre, ESOC, in Germany had been configured and the team could start the routine jobs of preparing CryoSat-2 for launch. This included installing and charging the flight battery, and removing the solar array covers.
So far, the campaign is running smoothly and these first observations of the satellite show that CryoSat-2 arrived at the launch site in good shape. In the following weeks, a series of tests will be carried out before the satellite is encapsulated in the launcher's space head on 15 February.


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A life of gratitude translates into a life well lived. It is not that such a life goes untouched by the atrocities of humanity on humanity, nor the failures of time, rather – a life of gratitude is one of maximizing it's portion.
Give thanks for the many precious moments of within the day, for simple joys…meditation, prayer, laughter, tears and the blessedness of touching and being touched.
A life of gratitude acknowledges daily provision, gracefully accepting the treasures of each day. A life of gratitude translates into a life well lived. ~Stormie Steele
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Lillian Daniel: As I Ponder The Logistics Of Noah's Ark
"Then the Lord said to Noah, "Go into the ark, you and all your household, for I have seen that you alone are righteous before me in this generation. Take with you seven pairs of all clean animals, the male and its mate; and a pair of the animals that are not clean, the male and its mate; and seven pairs of the birds of the air also, male and female, to keep their kind alive on the face of all the earth." - Genesis 7:1-3
Imagine what it smelled like on that ark. You had dogs, cats, reptiles, bugs and every creeping thing. There probably wasn't room for a litter box. What animals would you most hate to be with? We all draw the line somewhere. Rats? Snakes? Pigs? Whales? I would not want whales on my boat. I don't see how it would work. Their aquariums would take up too much room.
The birds could fly overhead but I wouldn't want to sunbathe on the deck of that ark. Not with every bird species flying over me, dropping what birds tend to drop.
As for the animals actually on board the ark, let's be realistic here about the transportation of significant numbers of carnivores. Noah may have started with 400 species but probably about half that many reached dry land.
Did they mourn the loss of the 200 missing species, eaten for dinner? "Ah, the dodo, now extinct," says Noah. "We'll miss that noble bird."
A brief sigh is heard through the ark, before someone says wistfully, "Yeah... Tasted like chicken."
I would not have accepted an assignment like this from God. I would have argued:
"You want me to put all my relatives on a boat with every species of animal? You want to pack together every smelly, disgusting, feuding creature, poorly groomed and slimy, in a tiny space, for food fights and pissing matches? And that's just the family. Don't add every species, please, God, reconsider the animal issue. So....how about we just bring the kittens?"
Thank you, God, for ancient stories that remind me that your earth is shared space among all kinds of creatures. Amen.


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General Tao's Tofu
1 (12 ounce) box firm tofu, in 1" cubes (frozen and thawed, if desired)
1 egg equivalent (e.g., EnerG Egg Replacer), prepared
3 tablespoons + 2 tablespoons water, divided
3/4 cup + 1 tablespoon cornstarch, divided
vegetable oil for frying + 3 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
3 green onions, chopped
1 tablespoon minced ginger
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2/3 cup vegetable stock
1/4 cup granulated sugar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1 tablespoon sherry, optional
red pepper, to taste
steamed broccoli, to serve
1. Mix the egg replacer as specified on the box and add an additional 3 tablespoons water. Dip tofu in egg replacer mixture and coat completely. Sprinkle 3/4 cup cornstarch over tofu and coat completely. Watch out that the cornstarch doesn't clump up at the bottom of the bowl.
2. Heat oil in pan and fry tofu pieces until golden. Drain oil. Heat 3 tablespoons vegetable oil in pan on medium heat. Add green onions, ginger, and garlic; cook for about 2 minutes. Be careful not to burn garlic.
3. Add vegetable stock, sugar, soy sauce, vinegar, sherry, and red pepper.
4. Mix 2 tablespoons water with 1 tablespoon cornstarch and pour into mixture stirring well. Add fried tofu and coat evenly.
Serve immediately with steamed broccoli over your choice of rice.
This is by far my all-time favorite recipe!
I make mine without ginger or sherry. I use 1+ tablespoons of powdered red pepper and go heavy on the broccoli, garlic and onions.
When I make this, it takes much longer than 30 minutes. But I don't just sprinkle the tofu with cornstarch. I dip each piece of tofu into the EnerGEgg/water mixture and then roll each individually through the cornstarch to coat them completely on all sides and set them on a plate before frying them. That process alone takes 30 minutes.
As a tip:
It took me a while to figure out how to cook the tofu in a way that kept the full crunchy coating over the tofu. I use only metal or ceramic-coated pans and cook the tofu in the pre-heated pan with extra oil on medium heat. I let the tofu cook almost completely through before turning over it for the first time. It tends to stick in one large clump at this point, but after turning it over and letting the other side cook completely, the tofu pieces will separate naturally from each other. It takes at least 3 times longer than normal to cook it this way, but it comes out PERFECT.
Amazing recipe, Ruby!
OMG- I just LOVE this recipe- quite often I just make the sauce and have rice and broccoli for dinner!I'm even adding this link to my blog - it's THAT good!
This sauce was way, way too sweet for our taste. Sweeter than anything we've ever tried in China or in a Chinese restaurant anywhere in the world. If you don't like ultra sweet sauces, this may not be for you.
This is an excellent recipe! I will definitely be making this on a regular basis. I took the advice of another review and made double the sauce. You have to, it's too good and everyone wants more!
Every time I crave Chinese food, this pretty much always ends up dinner that night.
The egg replacer corn starch process is a little bit of a pain in the ass, but it is so worth it.
As you can see by the bajillion reviews, this recipe rules. I get this recipe requested on a fairly regular basis from my family, who are all meat eaters.
I will add to the many comments :)
I really enjoyed this dish, did a couple of subs/changes b/c of lack of ingredients. I didn't use eggreplacer, I used Wildwood tofu super firm (my fav) frozen/thawed/squeezed and put them in a collender and just sprinkled the cornstarch all over and gently tossed them til coated. then a shallow fry. I had no probs at all with corn starch coming off, they had a nice light crispy layer on the outside. I used a veggie mix and subbed ginger for powdered (shame on me for being out of the real stuff!) I doubled the sauce, but did it all by eyeball. it turned out very nice, and i was too lazy to make rice. the timing of the recipe is pretty spot on for me. good stuff, easy to whip together, will do again someday.
When it was all mixed together it tasted incredible but I think next time I will freeze the tofu first so it will hold up better.
Freezing the tofu makes a huge difference in the texture! I would suggest freezing tofu before-hand whenever your using it as a meat substitute. It's worth the wait!
I've just made this recipe and the only qualm I have with it is that when I made the tofu it did not hold up at all. When I sprinkled the cornstarch on top it clumped up and did not look very appetizing. I fried it anyway and it only got worse from there. The tofu was clear and looked down right gross. When it was all mixed together it tasted incredible but I think next time I will freeze the tofu first so it will hold up better.
My boy toy just made this and it rocks!!! We can NEVER ever, ever, ever, ever eat at crappy Noodle Express, ever, ever again!! I thought that place kinda sucked anyway, but now that I know we can make something this good at home, I am hooked! This recipe has also convinced me to absolutely not buy any store bought pre-made Chinese Sauces at the store because this sauce was incredible!! I've never had better. We doubled the recipe for sauce (definitely, do that!!) and served it over brown rice with broccoli as suggested. I don't normally over-eat but tonight, admittedly, I over-ate just a little! I could have kept going on and on eating for the experience of joy my taste buds were giving me, but I alas I forced myself to stop. Tofu, has never tasted so good. 5 million stars!! :-D (P.S. Restaurants could serve this as chicken, you'd never know the difference! I froze & defrosted my tofu as I always do when making tofu I want meaty. Cut it open in the middle & it even looks like chicken. But it's NOT a chicken, 'cause that's f*ing gross & sad, it's tofu & it's awesome!!!) Anyone who's "scared" of tofu- make this!


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We were asked by Nelonen Media to design and launch a new radio station aimed at a young, social media -savvy audience. To introduce a radio for the digital age, we build the station's identity around a medium familiar to the target group: animated GIF loops. With a hint of irony towards the 'mainstream hits' concept, it was also aptly named 'Loop'. In the launch campaign for the radio was an internet audio stream gif.loop.fi – a site illustrated with over 70 three-second looped animations. The listeners could pitch in by adding their own GIFs. These "loops" can also be synced to the beat using a trackpad or a touchscreen.


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Soaked Whole Wheat Bread Recipe
I took my own bread recipe and converted it to a recipe where I soaked the flour for 24 hours first and then made the bread the next day. I have done this 3 times now and think I have some success. You can see my two loaves that I made yesterday…
I have had several comments left with people asking for this recipe when I get done so here goes…
Soaked Whole Wheat Bread Recipe – 2 loaves
1 ½ cups warm water
2T whey
½ cup olive oil
5 ½ cups freshly ground whole wheat flour
Using a mixer combine the above ingredients until they form a ball of dough. Place dough ball in an oiled pan and cover. Let sit for 24 hours.
After 24 hours
In a measuring cup combine the following:
½ cup warm water
1T yeast
¼ cup honey
Let this sit until the yeast bubbles. Then add:
½ t baking soda
2 t salt
Pour this mixture into your mixing bowl. Add 1 cup white flour. Now add your dough ball. I break it up as I add it to the bowl. Begin kneading. This can take a few minutes to get it all incorporated. If the dough still seems sticky add more white flour. I added a total of about 1 ¼ cups (this includes the 1 cup I added to the bowl with the yeast). Knead for about 4 minutes in a Bosch, longer if you are using a Kitchen Aid. Let rise for 1 ½ hours. Punch down and knead for a few minutes more. Divide into two bread pans. Let rise.
I found it rose pretty quickly. You can let it rise till it reaches just above the top of the pan. I actually think the loaves above rose a little to much. I let them rise until they were about one inch above the bread pan. Next time I will try baking when they just get above the top of the bread pan.
Bake at 350 for 28 to 30 minutes.


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|73 days and 5 hours
Nguram-gang: Home District is an exhibition of work created by students from Finley Public School, Gundagai South Public School, Rand Public School and Wewak Street School who participated in the Nguram-gang arts & language education program. Nguram-gang is a successful partnership between MAMA, the Art Gallery of NSW and the NSW Department of Education's Arts Unit.
The exhibition forms part of the broader Nguram-gang program that builds on the education resource Home produced by the Art Gallery of NSW.
Students have been encouraged to learn about nationally recognised Wiradjuri artists, as well as given opportunities to engage locally with Wiradjuri arts, language & culture.
Some of the works in the exhibition are the result of a workshop with local Wiradjuri artists Uncle Allan Murray and Brendon Kennedy. Students created bark huts, weaving, and drawings inspired by the artists.
Nguram-gang students also explored the works of Lorraine Connelly-Northey, Jonathan Jones and Tommy McRae, by exploring through the MAMA collection and the Home education resource. Students enjoyed a virtual tour of The Art Gallery of NSW and participated in a virtual workshop with Jonathan Jones. Wiradjuri language lessons were also held as part of the program, led by Ruth Davys and Dr Pettina Love.
Nguram-gang will continue to be offered to interested schools in the Wiradjuri language area next year, hosted by MAMA in partnership with The Art Gallery of NSW and the NSW Department of Education's Arts Unit.


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The swan on blue is the other bead I rewarded myself with for a wonderful review at work And a bit like the one on red this one brought together my stronger blues bracelet. I still had a bit of trouble letting go of the fall blues from the indigo kit, but somehow they were just not cutting it now that summer has hit here in full swing. Now, I have a version that I actually wear while before I loved to look at it but not to wear it.
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Land O'Lakes v. Employers Insurance Co. of Wausau
ELR Citation: 43 ELR 20208
Nos. 12-1752, (8th Cir., 08/29/2013)
The Eighth Circuit affirmed a lower court decision that insurers had no duty to defend or indemnify an oil refinery in an underlying CERCLA lawsuit filed against it by EPA. EPA sent the refinery a letter in 2001 notifying it that it was a PRP. Because EPA's allegations in the letter arguably fell within the scope of coverage provided under the policies, the letter constitutes a "suit" under the policies and triggered the insurers' duty to defend. Nevertheless, Minnesota's six-year statute of limitations on contract actions barred the refinery's claim that the insurers breached their duty to defend. In addition, the policies contained an "owned-property exclusion" that relieved the insurers of any duty to indemnify the refinery for the costs of an EPA-mandated cleanup. The lower court, therefore, properly granted summary judgment in favor of the insurers.


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Discover the captivating essence of the Garden of England
Discover the captivating essence of the Garden of England
Kent is steeped in history and heritage and is also rightly renowned throughout the world as the Garden of England. The extensive coastline boasts an enviable array of blue flag award winning beaches.
Canterbury St Augustine was sent by the Pope in 597 AD to re-establish Christianity in southern England and came to Canterbury. Ruins of the monastery built by Augustine still remain and he founded the first cathedral in England where the present magnificent building now stands. Canterbury has been a European pilgrimage site of major importance for over 800 years since the assassination of Archbishop Thomas Becket in 1170. Today it is one of the most beautiful and historic cities in England. The medieval city centre bustles with famous name stores and exclusive boutiques while the picturesque side streets are home to smaller specialist shops, pubs and restaurants.
Broadstairs is brim-full of nostalgic, old-world, seaside charm where sandy bays meet surf schools and fishermen's cottages meet Charles Dickens connections. The town has a wealth of inviting cafes, restaurants and bars including two 1950's ice-cream parlours providing flavourful scoops of nostalgia.
Widely regarded as one of the most charming towns in the South East, Tenterden, and its surrounding villages and countryside, is a fascinating place to visit and explore. It stands on the edge of the remnant forest The Weald, overlooking the valley of the River Rother. It was a member of the Cinque Ports Confederation but its riverside today is not navigable to large vessels. With its unique mix of fascinating history and heritage, traditional shopping, great country activities and events, Tenterden and its surrounding villages have something for everyone. So if you are looking for a great day out, no other place offers so much to see and do, whatever the weather or time of year. The town itself boasts a vibrant High Street and adjoining lanes full of quirky shops.
The town's name is derived from the Old English "Tenet Waraden", meaning a den or forest clearing in the forest which belonged to the men of Thanet.
Chapel Down Winery
Chapel Down is located in the beautiful Kent countryside, close to the picturesque market town of Tenterden. Set amongst 22 acres of vineyards, recognised as an 'Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty', the Chapel Down winery has excellent facilities for visitors including a high quality restaurant and a shop stocking a variety of local produce. Visitors are also welcome to explore the grounds, the beautiful herb garden and complimentary vineyard walks. A guided tour of the Chapel Down vineyards and winery is followed by a tutored tasting of the award-winning range of sparkling and still wines.
Dover Castle, the 'Key to England'. By "unlocking" the castle hostile forces believed they could push open the door to the rest of the country. Today you can unlock the compelling WW2 world of the Secret Wartime Tunnels, where the evacuation of Dunkirk was masterminded. The recently transformed Great Tower elaborately tells the story of King Henry II and his court. Also take time to explore the atmospheric Medieval Tunnels, see one of Europe's best-preserved Roman lighthouses and walk the extensive battlements.
The Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway
Years of Steam Railway Heritage set against the backdrop of some of Kent's most picturesque countryside is what makes a journey on the Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway a totally unique experience and is why this Heritage Railway is one of Kent's Top Tourist Attractions. Over 13 miles of track stretch across the picturesque Romney Marsh from the Cinque Port town of Hythe to Dungeness; one of the largest expanses of shingle in the world and designated as a National Nature Reserve.
Rye is 2 miles from the coast in East Sussex but medieval times, as an important member of the Cinque Ports confederation, it was at the head of an embayment of the English Channel, and almost entirely surrounded by the sea.
In the centre, cobbled lanes like Mermaid Street are lined with medieval, half-timbered houses. The redbrick Lamb House was once owned by writer Henry James. Nearby, the tower of the Norman St. Marys Church overlooks the town. The 14th-century Ypres Tower, which formed part of Ryes defences, is now Rye Castle Museum, with paintings and displays on local history.
Day 1
We depart Cumbria in the morning for the journey south to Kent arriving at our hotel, the Best Western Plus Burlington in Folkestone. Dinner in the hotel.D
Day 2
We head through the Kent countryside to Dover, where we have an included visit to the most iconic of all English fortresses, Dover Castle, commanding the gateway to the realm for nine centuries. Climb the Great Tower, meet the characters and immerse yourself in vivid medieval interiors. Then delve deep within Dover's White Cliffs to witness the drama in the Secret Wartime Tunnels. Roam through centuries of history at Dover Castle, from the Romans to the Cold War. On our return to Folkestone we call at the National Memorial to the Few, dedicated to the men who fought the Battle of Britain. Dinner in the hotel.B, D
Day 3
This morning, we visit the picturesque market town of Tenterden where we enjoy a guided tour and tasting at the award winning Old Dairy Brewery which is housed in two old World War II Nissen buildings. We then stroll a few yards to embark on a return steam train journey to Bodiam on the Kent & East Sussex Railway, whilst on board we enjoy a delicious Ploughman's lunch. We have some free time to explore Tenterden with its many antique shops before returning to the Burlington and dinner in the hotel.B, D
Day 4
Today, we visit the historic city of Canterbury and we include admission to the oldest cathedral in England, Canterbury Cathedral. Time at leisure to explore the city and have lunch before we return to Folkestone via the seaside resort of Broadstairs where Charles Dickens wrote David Copperfield and Bleak House. Dinner at the hotel.B, D
Day 5
This morning, we will make the short journey to Hythe where we join the Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch railway for the half hour train journey to New Romney Station, where we rejoin our coach and head to the pretty Cinque Port town of Rye, with enchanting cobbled streets, medieval St Mary's Church, the fascinating Ypres Tower and beautifully preserved historic houses. Dinner in the hotel.B, D
Day 6
We leave our hosts at the Burlington for the return journey to Cumbria, arriving home early evening.B
B=Breakfast Included, D=Dinner Included
Burlington Hotel
The hotel is 3 minutes walk from the beach. Overlooking the Leas Promenade and English Channel and a 10 minute walk from the centre of Folkestone. Set in leafy gardens, it features a traditional restaurant.
Set in a grand Victorian building, the spacious rooms at The Burlington each have a private bathroom and tea and coffee facilities. Double rooms have standard double beds.All rooms have Freeview TV, hairdryer and free WiFi. Some deluxe and superior rooms enjoy sea views.
The Bay Tree Bar & Grill Restaurant serves traditional British cuisine using the best locally and ethically sourced ingredients including Saltmarsh Lamb and seafood. There is also a cosy bar area, and full English breakfasts are available daily. Burlington Hotel also offers room service and a spacious terrace.
The Burlington also has one of the best-rated locations in Folkestone.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
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| The Sands Appleby
| Car Park beside Spar Aspatria
| Monument Bus Shelter Brough
| Entrance to Sands Centre Car Park Carlisle
| Monument Main Street Cockermouth
| Commercial Corner Dearham
| Outside Prospect Works Distington
| Conservative Club Egremont
| Railway Station Flimby
| Galloping Horse bus stop Harrington
|High Hesket
| Palmerstons Furniture Store
| Bell Close Car Park Keswick
|Kirkby Stephen
| Market Square Kirkby Stephen
| Outside Coop Maryport
| Sandgate Bus Station Penrith
| Bus Stop Thursby
| Bus Stop Waverton
| Bus Stop Tangier Street Whitehaven
| Old Bus Station Wigton
| Lay By opposite Grahams Travel Jane St. Workington
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