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Meyer Lemon & Key Lime Possets
I'm a sucker for British terminology. (And really, any words – food-related or not – spoken with a British accent.) I'm sure it has nothing to do with my current (late!) obsession with Downton Abbey, and trying to catch up late at night when everyone else is asleep. This morning I couldn't take it any longer and baked myself a batch of currant scones to nibble with coffee whilst finishing season 3.
If I'm to be perfectly honest here, I'm typing this with a British accent.
Last night I cooked dinner for 20 in the CBC studio – it was a meal auctioned off at a fundraiser, and we had friends from Heritage Park and a few familiar CBC voices around the table. I cooked upstairs in the wee cafeteria kitchen, and made vast quantities (enough for the night crew in the news room too) of Ina Garten's Indonesian ginger chicken (success!) and Vietnamese fried rice and Szechuan green beans, and for dessert, Meyer lemon and Key lime possets with toasted coconut shortbread alongside. (I was wooed by a pile of Meyer lemons at the store last week, and had a bag of Key limes for warm honey drinks to ward off my cold. When you're presenting a menu on a printed-out card on each place setting as a sort of mental amuse-bouche, the more adjectives you have to work with, the better.)
I was totally lured in by the word posset… maybe because it sounds like the dessert version of poppet, the ultimate term of endearment-slash-pudding. In real life (read: not my head) posset refers to an old English drink of hot milk curdled with ale (yuk), and it's likely the curdled part that bridges these two, but let's not think about curdled milk here. These wee pots are perfectly smooth, similar to crème brûlée and pot de crème and panna cotta (French and Italian, respectively) yet not baked nor jelled. The cream and sugar are heated together then combined with lemon and lime juice, cooled and chilled, and some sort of magic happens that turns them into soft, creamy pud reminiscent of Key lime pie. The citrus reacts with the milk and allows it to set. If you've ever made Key lime pie, the same thing happens when you mix canned sweetened condensed milk and lime juice.
The process truly cannot be any easier, nor tastier. These are divine. Perfectly set and smooth, with no risk of scrambled egginess nor settled, undissolved gelatin. The taste is pure and clean, whether you use lemons and limes with fancy names or the regular ones you might already have in the fridge – and other winter citrus might be just as delicious. The tastiest science experiment I've ever done.


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1. Always keep your words soft and
sweet, just in case you have to eat them.
2. Always read stuff that will make
you look good if you die in the middle of it.
3. Drive carefully.
It's not only cars that can be
recalled by their maker.
4. If you can't be kind, at least
have the decency to be vague.
5. If you lend someone $20, and
never see that person again,
it was probably worth it.
6. It may be that your sole purpose
in life is simply to serve as a
warning to others.
7. Never buy a car you can't push.
8. Never put both feet in your mouth
at the same time, because then you
don't have a leg to stand on.
9. Happiness comes through doors
you didn't even know you left open.
10. When everything's coming your way,
you're in the wrong lane.
11. Birthdays are good for you;
the more you have, the longer you live.
12. Ever notice that the people who
are late are often much jollier than the
people who have to wait for them?
13. If ignorance is bliss, why aren't
more people happy?
14. You may be only one person in
the world, but you may also be
the world to one person.
15. Some mistakes are too much
fun to make only once.
16. Don't cry because it's over.
Smile because it happened.
17. We could learn a lot from crayons:
Some are sharp,
Some are pretty,
Some are dull,
Some have weird names
All are different colours,
But they all have to learn to
live in the same box.
18. A truly happy person is one
who can enjoy the scenery on a detour.

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Tuesday, June 18, 2013
Origami Market Bag Tutorial - On WhipUp
Hey there! Today I have a special tutorial for my Origami Market Bags over at WhipUp! I am pretty excited about it too!
These roomy over the shoulder bags are perfect for the market, beach, or an overnight get away. They sew up in a snap and make great gifts!
While you are over at WhipUp, be sure to check out the amazing post for pickled radishes and radish leaf pesto by Lindsay of A Wooden Nest !
Happy day to you!
11 comments:
- lindylou said...
Hi Alexandra, I am trying to contact through email but can't seem to send it successfully to the address on the Lola Nova link. If you could reply, I could send my message.
- June 18, 2013 at 10:26 AM
- june at noon said...
They're simple and cute--just my style! Are they too large for everyday purse use as-is?
- June 18, 2013 at 10:46 AM
- Penny said...
I have just had a read of your tutorial and these are so simple and clever and beautiful, thanks so much for sharing. I can't wait to make them for a few friends I have in mind xox Penny
- June 18, 2013 at 11:26 AM
- Lola Nova said...
Hi Lindylou, your comment is categorized as a "no-reply" so I am hoping you will see this here. My email is email@example.com if you copy this address to your email it should come through just fine.
I hope that helps!
- June 18, 2013 at 11:37 AM
- Emma Collins said...
I've been semi-looking for a beach bag for ages - I must have subconsciously known that something better was out there than the rubbish in the shops! Thank you - this is perfect :)
Em x
- June 18, 2013 at 12:48 PM
- Sherri B. said...
What a fun and useful project! Off I go to check out whipup and two of my most favorite peeps...You and Lindsay all in one spot, yippee! xo
- June 18, 2013 at 12:53 PM
- greenrabbitdesigns said...
What a great shape, love them! :)
V x
- June 18, 2013 at 3:09 PM
- Very Berry Handmade said...
Great project and I love the fabrics you have used... Congrats on the feature on Whip Up. :-)
- June 23, 2013 at 11:44 AM
- Suzanne said...
I really loved your post on whipup and the beautiful pictures you have posted. Happy day!
- June 27, 2013 at 5:40 AM
- Anco den Dekker said...
I saw this before: http://www.pm-betweenthelines.blogspot.fr/2013/02/triangular-bag-tutorial.html.
- June 28, 2013 at 8:15 AM
- Unknown said...
I love this! I'm going to make one ASAP. :)
- July 1, 2013 at 12:29 AM


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Vessel Pump-Out Services
In 2013, Monroe County partnered with the State of Florida Department of Environmental Protection Clean Vessel Act (DEP CVA) Program to create a Keyswide Mobile Vessel Pump-Out Program to provide free pump out service to anchored-out vessels. Monroe County's service is provided by Pumpout USA, which provides pump-outs to recreational vessels anchored throughout the waters of the Florida Keys.
The program has been a great success by preventing sewage from entering the sensitive marine environment. In 2017, 1 million gallons were pumped using the program.
The program has an annual operating expense of $850,000 and is funded in part by state and federal funding assistance as well as through recreational vessel registration fees.
How can I schedule a pump-out with Pumpout USA?
- Call 305-900-0263
- Register online for routine pump-outs at www.po-keys.com
Boaters utilizing the routine service will be provided with a sticker to be displayed on the vessel indicating participation in the pump-out program and an orange flag to be flown when in need of a pump-out.
Program Background
The Florida Keys is entirely within the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary (FKNMS). Waters of the Florida Keys have been designated as a No Discharge Zone by the Environmental Protection Agency and FKNMS in order to help preserve the water quality of our nearshore environment which surrounds the only coral reef system in the United States. This fragile marine environment, which draws over two million visitors each year and provides for one of the largest fisheries in Florida, is vulnerable to the overboard discharge of vessel sewage containing both nutrients and pathogens which can cause human health issues and degrade water quality.
Due to the warm climate and excellent boating in the Florida Keys, the nearshore waters of Monroe County are popular for transient and local boaters, many of which liveaboard. However, many of those boaters anchor out for extended periods of time and do not boat into shore to have their marine sanitation devices properly emptied. For the last ten years, Monroe County has managed a mobile vessel pump-out program to ensure that boaters in our many anchorages have the means to properly and legally pump out. The service was first established in Key Largo, and in 2012 was expanded and contracted out to a private vendor (Pumpout USA) to provide the service Keys-wide.
The program has grown into a highly successful service currently performing more than 1,800 pump-outs per month in a 120-mile long county with numerous areas where boaters anchor and live. This translates into the annual disposal of more than 280,000 gallons of sewage, which might otherwise be discharged directly into the water. The provision and use of the vessel pump-out service further the objectives of, and compliance with, the federal No Discharge Zone.
In 2017, the Florida Legislature required all vessels within Monroe County waters to show proof of pump out. This can be satisfied by obtaining a sticker from Pumpout USA when a boat owner is provided with a pump out service.
Other Pump-out Services:
In addition, there are more than 30 other pump-out facilities, including both mobile and land-based operations, located throughout the Keys.


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Sometimes you wake up and you're just not doing well. We feel sad and we regret our acquaintances for not being thoughtful and not realizing when we need their help. Somehow, we usually expect the initiative to come from them… but what if, instead of waiting, we just verbalized that we need some attention?
That's what Samantha La Rocco did, and it was not even to her friends, but to the restaurant she was ordering from. And guess what!!? It worked!
After a 1,5 year relationship, she got dumped and felt terrible. She ordered a salad online with an additional note: "I've just been dumped. Please draw something inspiring on the container.", and Draw they did! What a nice surprise when you ask for something unusual and you actually get what you want!
People usually don't like showing their weakness. They try to internalize their problems and solve it on their own. Of course it works… But in my opinion, it takes way longer!
And by my experience, I can tell, that once you open you heart to someone (even a stranger), they usually will give you a good return. Everybody can relate to pain, and we usually feel good when we're able to help. Even if is just by listening. It's win, win to everybody! : )


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A good proportion of visitors to the UK using Paddington Station will be doing so arriving on one of the airport trains from Heathrow into Paddington. We recommend the Heathrow Express which is the fastest and most reliable way to get between Heathrow and Central London.
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Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder of Bitt Inc. Gabriel Abed, has copped the 2016 Caribbean American Heritage (CARAH) Vanguard Award.
The award was presented at the 23rd Annual CARAH Gala, as hosted on Capital Hill, Washington DC by the Institute of Caribbean Studies.
In bestowing the award, the Institute made reference to Abed's ground breaking achievements in the finance industry and specifically his thought leadership in addressing FinTech for the Caribbean economy.
Abed co-founded Bitt Inc. in 2013, with the aim of persuading Caribbean nations to adopt digital currencies, starting with the digitisation of the Barbadian dollar. Bitt has since received significant financial investment from United States retail giant, Overstock.com.
The Institute says Abed's belief in the viability of crypto-currencies for Barbados and the Caribbean, which has led to investment from a major United States corporation, has transformed the 'idea-scape' for many young Caribbean entrepreneurs, as it demonstrates that the eco-system for high-value technology companies exists for companies in the Caribbean.
"We note your commitment to creating this eco-system by your decision to invest in Barbados, and your ability to make dreams a reality; which marks you as a 'visioneur'.
"In short, you make us extremely proud and we wish to honour you with our Vanguard Award," the Institute added.
Abed said that he was honoured and humbled to receive the award on behalf of Bitt Inc. and was proud to be the sole Barbadian among this year's awardees.
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Economy shrinks 4.2% for quarter
BOSTON � The Massachusetts economy is still in a state of severe decline, but at least that rate of decline seems to be slowing down. That�s the word from the University of Massachusetts economists who write the monthly MassBenchmarks report.
The latest report shows that the state�s economic activity declined at an annualized rate of 4.2 percent in the first quarter of this year, compared with a national decline of 6.1 percent over the same timeframe.
The report predicts that the worst of the state�s recession could be in the past, with an anticipated annualized decline of 2.8 percent in the state�s economic activity over the next six months. The only economic indicator that UMass researchers use for their monthly report to show a positive long-term trend in March was growth in the stock prices of the state�s public companies.
No power shortage seen for this summer
HOLYOKE � New England�s economic slowdown has at least one benefit: There�s no need to worry if the region will have enough electricity this summer.
ISO New England, the Holyoke operator of the region�s electricity grid, said current economic conditions are expected to keep peak demand for power this summer essentially unchanged from 2008 levels.
Peak electricity demand could approach 28,000 megawatts at one point under normal wealth conditions, while the region�s power plants can provide more than 31,000 megawatts of power. One megawatt can typically power as many as 1,000 homes.
Golf ball sales down, Acushnet Co. cuts 169 jobs
FAIRHAVEN � The global slump in the sale of golf balls has prompted Acushnet Co. to cut 169 jobs at its Titleist ball plants and custom shop operations, according to The Standard-Times of New Bedford. The newspaper reported that the cuts represent about 11 percent of the company�s current local work force of 1,500 people. Layoffs will take place at plants in Dartmouth, New Bedford and Fairhaven. The Fairhaven-based company also said in February that it would cut 200 other jobs through layoffs and buyouts.
Inspection scam costs $72,000, suspension
BOSTON � A Dorchester motor vehicle inspection station will pay $72,000 and accept a six-month suspension of its inspection license to settle Attorney General Martha Coakley�s allegations that it conducted at least 72 illegal emission inspections.
The settlement with Dorchester Auto Service Inc. was filed in Suffolk Superior Court earlier this week. Coakley said that George Nelson, an inspector employed at the business who allegedly conducted the fraudulent inspections, will have his license revoked as part of the settlement. Coakley said motorists who wanted to avoid expensive repairs for a vehicle that failed an emissions test or had a �check engine� light could get a passing sticker by going to the business and asking for �Joe the Fish.� The judgment suspends half of a $144,000 penalty against the business, which means it could be on the hook for the other half if it is caught in another violation.
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The Butcher's Pasta Sauce (Slow Cooker)
As shared from the kitchen of Once Upon a Plate by Mari
Makes about 10 cups
Special Equipment:
Electric Slow Cooker
Use any of the following raw meats (or any combination)~ half a pound ground beef, a pork chop, an extra sausage, or a chicken breast (chop meat up in food processor.) This sauce is usually served on a chunky pasta; cavatelli, orecchiette, etc. I used perciatelli (bucatini).
1 large onion, chopped
2 medium celery ribs, chopped
2 medium carrots, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 pound ground beef
1/2 pound ground pork
1/2 pound ground lamb
2 tablespoons tomato paste
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup dry white wine (may use red)
2 28-ounce cans Italian peeled tomatoes, packed in tomato puree, chopped
Optional (I always add):
Dried oregano, crumbled
a sprig or two of fresh rosemary
Cook vegetables in the oil over medium heat in a large skillet, cook until tender, but not browned. This will take approximately 10 minutes. Add a little water if the onion begins to brown, and lower heat just a bit.
Add the meats and cook, with the back of a spoon, break up any large lumps of meat. Cook until lightly browned, stir in the tomato paste, salt and pepper and herbs if you are using them. Add wine and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Pour the tomatoes into the cooking container of a large slow cooker, scrape the meat and vegetables from the pan into the slow cooker. Cover and cook on high for 4 hours or on low for 8 hours, until the sauce is thickened. Adjust seasonings and serve. After cooling, it keeps covered in the refrigerator for about 4 days. This freezes beautifully.
Recipe adapted from Michele Scicolone's "The Italian Slow Cooker"


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Marc-André Hamelin's strikingly original blend of musicianship and virtuosity has earned him near-legendary status among connoisseurs of fine pianism. Long known for his exploration of the most challenging and unfamiliar pianistic terrain (Alkan, Godowsky, Medtner), Mr. Hamelin is now recognized worldwide for the originality and technical brilliance of his performances of the classic repertoire, including Haydn, Schubert, Liszt and Brahms. He has appeared with all the major American orchestras in addition to recitals throughout the US, his native Canada, Europe, Australia and the Far East. He has recorded nearly 60 CDs for Hyperion, earning numerous awards and accolades: "transcendent technique"; "awe-inspiring"; "rare sensitivity" and "breathtakingly brilliant." Program Samuel Feinberg: Sonata No. 1, Op. 1 Samuel Feinberg: Sonata No. 2, Op. 2 Nicolas Medtner: Sonata in E minor, Op. 25 No. 2, "Night Wind" Claude Debussy: Images, Book 1 (Reflections in the Water, Hommage a Rameau, Movement) Franz Liszt: Venezia e Napoli (Gondoliera, Canzone, Tarantella)


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It's a fact: when it comes to most things of a culinary nature, the French have the Americans beat. Please don't write me hate mail about this, but I'm just being a realist. [Ed. note: To step in here with an obligatory patriotic chant, "USA USA USA."] Take ice cream for instance. I'm not ashamed to say that when it comes to my taste buds, so-called "French" ice cream trumps "American" ice cream any day.
If you are wondering what I mean, let me explain: "French" ice cream is custard-style ice cream. This is the rich stuff that is made with dairy, sugar, and egg yolks. The egg yolks make all the difference. They give this ice cream a denser, richer, more satiny appeal. Ice cream made in this style is also a slower melter because it has greater stability. But there are downsides, as with anything. French ice cream is little more fussy if you are following the traditional method of heating the dairy, tempering it into the eggs, and then cooking the mixture until it is thickened, followed by straining to remove any traces of unwanted scrambled eggs. (Because, really? Who wants scrambled eggs in their ice cream?) This yolky ice cream also isn't your best pick for sharing the spotlight with another dessert component, as it is super rich on its own.
On the other hand, American ice cream, also known as Philadelphia ice cream (perhaps because the city was a leading ice cream manufacturer/home to Breyer's and Bassett's), will not give you the same luxurious mouthfeel as a custard-style ice cream. The lack of yolks also makes for a less stable ice cream that crystallizes more easily.
Now for the pros of Philly ice cream: It skips the eggs, you see, and therefore contains more air and water, making it less chewy and buttery. This may sound like a bad thing in comparison to our French friend, but these characteristics make it a lighter, and therefore better, pie or cake accompaniment. The eggless ice cream base also means that infused flavors can shine through better. And of course, it also contains less fat. Finally, from a kitchen standpoint, it's a more streamlined and handsfree project: Because you don't have to worry about tempering your eggs, you can even do everything in the microwave.
Now that you know the difference between these two ice cream styles (and I've almost convinced myself that Philadelphia ice cream is superior), check out this easy-as-pie recipe from Julia Moskin of The New York Times before the summer's over.
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Concerning authorizing school districts to purchase crime insurance coverage in lieu of surety bonds
Current law requires the secretary, assistant secretary, treasurer, and assistant treasurer of a school board and any person authorized by the board to be the custodian of money of the school district to obtain a surety bond before taking office. Additionally, a school board is required to obtain and pay for a surety bond for any person who is likely to have custody of $50 or more of school district money.
The act authorizes a school district to purchase crime insurance coverage instead of the bonds.
Senator Vicki Marble | Representative Alec Garnett
Signed on March 18th 2016 By: Dickey Lee Hullinghorst (Speaker of The House of Representatives) ; Bill L. Cadman (President of The Senate) ; Marilyn Eddins (Chief Clerk of The House of Representatives) ; Effie Ameen (Secretary of The Senate) ; John W. Hickenlooper (Governor of The State of Colorado)


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This is why AFRICOM was formed.
Source: VOAUS to Help Rescue Kidnapped Nigerian Girls
May 06, 2014
ABUJA, NIGERIA U.S. intelligence officials will head to Nigeria to help with the search for 276 schoolgirls abducted last month by the Islamist militant group Boko Haram, Secretary of State John Kerry announced Tuesday. Kerry, who discussed the coordinated approach with Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan by phone Tuesday, said the two countries would move immediately to establish a task force at the U.S. embassy in the capital city to provide more expertise on intelligence, investigations and hostage negotiations, as well as information sharing and victim assistance. "We remain deeply concerned about the welfare of these young girls and we want to provide whatever assistance is possible in order to help for their safe return to their families," Kerry said at a news conference at the State Department in Washington. He was joined by European Union foreign policy chief Cathy Ashton, with whom hed met earlier in the day. State Department spokeswoman Jen Psaki said the team heading to the U.S. embassy in Nigeria's capital city would include U.S. military personnel and law enforcement officials trained in investigations and hostage negotiations.
The announcement follows widespread condemnation and anger inside Nigeria and abroad that Jonathan's government has not done enough to rescue the girls, who were kidnapped April 14 from a secondary school. Asked why the United States did not move more quickly to aid in the search, Kerry said the administration had been engaged from the beginning. He implied that it met some initial resistance from the Jonathan government. "You can offer and talk, but you can't 'do' if a government has its own sense of how it's proceeding," Kerry said. "I think now the complications that have arisen have convinced everybody that there needs to be a greater effort. And it will begin immediately."
Meanwhile, suspected Boko Haram gunmen kidnapped eight more girls between the ages of 12 and 15 from a village near one of their strongholds in northeastern Nigeria overnight, police and residents said earlier Tuesday. Lazarus Musa, a resident of the village of Warabe, told Reuters that armed men had opened fire during the raid. "They were many, and all of them carried guns. They came in two vehicles painted in army color. They started shooting in our village," Musa said by telephone from the village in the hilly Gwoza area, Boko Haram's main base. A police source, who could not be named, said the girls were taken away on trucks, along with looted livestock and food.
On Monday, Boko Haram leader Abubakar Shekau threatened in a video released to the media to sell the abducted girls on the market.
I pray for the best outcome. Godspeed.
This is why AFRICOM was formed.
Loyalty to country ALWAYS. Loyalty to government, when it deserves it.
Mark Twain
what frustrates me is that the US offered support 3 weeks ago - ie as soon as it happened. 3 weeks later the nigerians realise that they are out of their depth and decide to go wide. even if this group was actively tracked for the last 3 weeks it would be a difficult job, 3 weeks on its a whole lot harder
disgraceful on their part
The leader of this formidable outfit:
My question is, how is this guy still alive? He's clearly batshit crazy and taking drugs. How does he command an armed group, battle the government and survive with his deranged and drug addled mental state?
here's a good example of why the Nigerians should have handed this off 3 weeks ago:
Abducted Nigerian schoolgirls: Police offer $300,000 reward for information on kidnapped students - ABC News (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)
From what I understand, Boko Haram in the local lingo means 'Western education is sinful'.
That's correct. They are Salafist Sunni by theology, but in reality are more like a cult made up of malcontents, anti-colonialists and ethnic groups that have been marginalized by the govt. They attack other Muslims as well as non-muslims, are supported by AQIM, and have taken money and weapons from Iran. There is also another Islamist group in the country, Hurras, or Islamic Movement in Nigeria that is more directly supported by Iran's Revolutionary Guards and Hezbollah. This group is Shia and apparently better organized than Boko Haram.
They probably represent more of a long term threat to the Nigerian Govt as they are working on shadow institutions and have media outlets and have infiltrated the Govt security apparatus.
The nation of Nigeria has the 10th largest proven oil reserves in the world and the largest population in Africa. It would be a disaster if it collapsed and became an extremist Islamist country.
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Personally I think the US team is on a hiding to nothing without expert military assistance and authority to hunt and kill not just in Nigeria but Cameroon and Niger as well
In the realm of spirit, seek clarity; in the material world, seek utility.
The girls are of course long gone to the Arab slave markets
In the realm of spirit, seek clarity; in the material world, seek utility.
What they need is to bring in aircraft or UAVs with foliage busting LIDAR and other surveillance equipment. Then you can figure out where those aholes are hiding.
basically the delayed actions of the Nigerian Govt have turned this into kill or capture (of the T's) - not a rescue.
the Nigerians have made an absolute hash if it - whereas if they'd accepted the US assistance made on day 1 or at least within 48hrs of the offers to assist then the chances of a meaningful rescue would have been far greater
Apparently, the First Lady of Nigeria doubts that any girls were abducted and considers the demonstrators against the government (for its shoddy response) to be Islamists bent on embarrassing the government. She even ordered some of them arrested. wtf?
and then in another 3 weeks time President Goodluck will wonder why people rise up and try and remove the govt.
an african marie antoinette analogy in the making.....
another point to remember is that US and UK assistance is not about sending in a BFI solution - that's still a sovereign rights issue which requires the Nigerians to give their blessing, so they're helping with their hands tied behind their backs
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For the wealthiest economy in africa, it says a lot about priority spending on protecting its people
Nigeria's military had advanced warning of the April 14 attack by Boko Haram that led to the kidnapping of more than 200 schoolgirls but failed to take immediate action, Amnesty International said Friday.
Mothers of the missing Chibok school girls abducted by Boko Haram Islamists gather to receive information from officials. (AFP/STR)
LAGOS: Nigeria's military had advanced warning of the April 14 attack by Boko Haram that led to the kidnapping of more than 200 schoolgirls but failed to take immediate action, Amnesty International said Friday.
"Damning testimonies gathered by Amnesty International reveal that Nigerian security forces failed to act on advance warnings about Boko Haram's armed raid on the state-run boarding school in Chibok which led to the abduction," the rights group said.
Amnesty said it had verified the information about the abduction with "credible sources".
"Amnesty International has confirmed... that Nigeria's military headquarters in Maiduguri was aware of the impending attack soon after 7:00 PM (1800 GMT) on 14 April, close to four hours before Boko Haram began their assault on the town," the group said.
The military however could not assemble the troops needed to suppress the attack, "due to poor resources and a reported fear of engaging with the often better-equipped" Islamists, according to Amnesty.
The 17 army personnel based in Chibok were overpowered by the attackers and had to retreat, the London-based group further said.
"The fact that Nigerian security forces knew about Boko Haram's impending raid, but failed to take the immediate action needed to stop it, will only amplify the national and international outcry at this horrific crime," said Netsanet Belay, Amnesty International's Africa Director for research and advocacy.
- AFP/nd
Any Update on the US Special Operation
and What about the French Operation ..they are too said we are ready to rescue he Girls
and The Canadians send Critical hardware Equipments into Nigeria to Search the Kidnapped Girls ..Those Hardware's are Received or not ..?
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Truth and Consequences
What's your opinion? News headlines are the topic of today's discussion regarding the natural consequences of living and how our choices impact others. Dr. David C. Kolbaba helps his listeners understand that higher health leads to better decisions.
Tags: consequences, crisis, Stress
5 Responses to "Truth and Consequences"
mandi Says:
June 30th, 2010 at 7:24 am
I believe even a sailboat can even be considered a yacht…, and, no, I would not let my 16 year old daughter be out on waters like that if I were married and had a 16 year old unless if it were supervised. I'm a swimmer and also canoe…and am fully aware of the unexpected dangers of water, especially on high seas.
Geo Says:
June 30th, 2010 at 7:36 am
I cannot imagine. People are always flying fast out here in the country where I live, and it always bothers me, especially when it is on a more curvy road. I often pass a park out in a rural area where bicyclists frequent, and take it slow because you cannot see them around a curve. Driving this same route intoxicated would be more than foolish if it were not already against the law…, but some people do not always think of that. They just want to get home, I would guess.
Carol Says:
June 30th, 2010 at 8:25 pm
Oh, Jaye, that is so sad! Something similar happened to me when I was in my early 20s–a girl on her bike, without even looking, suddenly cut *right* in front of me as I was driving slowly down the residential street I lived on. She had been riding on the left side of the street, and I was watching her, but she never even bothered to look before she quickly rode out in front of me. She scared the living daylights out of me, but I hope the screeching of my breaks scared her even more. Several of my neighbors had been standing around outside talking with my mom when this happened, and a few of them had seen the girl ride out in front of me. My car was a rather noisy old car which made the whole thing sound very dramatic, but thankfully I didn't hit her even though it was too close for comfort for everyone!
moderator Says:
July 8th, 2010 at 1:02 pm
Fortunately, the child survived with a broken arm and a ruptured spleen. As far as I know, he made a full recovery. The lesson here is anything can happen while driving. With all the distractions we have now with cell phones and texting, it's imperative to teach our young drivers how important it is to pay attention to the road at all times!
Carol Says:
July 10th, 2010 at 8:14 am
Amen!! And thank the Lord the outcome of your situation didn't end as tragically as it could have!


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We have not been able to post any new material to date due to "The Threat" an expression of intent to harm, rendering warning, which is projecting a sense of danger. Frankly the hell with being threaten, base on first amendment rights we are conducting an ongoing investigation into criminal and medical civil rights violations by elements of our government. It appears local, state and federal government legal communities are avoiding the plea of people once again. A web blog is a not so new avenue of information press. HIPAA, ADA, and local civil rights laws are under attack daily and like the military veterans advocacy community we are set to expose the wrong doing and tort activity. May 10th Federal Appeals Court Opinion has presented the facts. The Department of veterans Affairs among other government agency are conducting tort activity. What we are seeking is information that can offer background that can be used as proof people are being place in situation in which they may never recover.
The target population are military veterans and in some cases public safety staff who developed disabilities. This type of targeting a segment of the population has happen before. Nazi Germany conducted targeting the disable. You're saying we not Nazi Germany and you would be right. However we are a country that has lost it way. This is why Occupy Wall Street developed. Threats to this website is not an attack on Whang Communication Production its a direct attack on the greater community like all criminal activity. Re-blogging this posting for the Threat and backlash continue, this date, April 25th 2015. I along with other veteran groups continue to stand up to a body of government " who frankly doesn't want to make it right ". It cannot be any reason why these torts actors continue to function. Thanks for stopping by and continue good health. Welcome input and ask for partnering with those who share our passion.


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Hostile Workplace? When You Need to Initiate an Investigation.
Conflict is everywhere. It cannot be helped.
Regardless of how motivated your employees are to behave, put a few ambitious, sensitive, or abrasive people together and you are bound to have some conflict.
But as an employer – where do you draw the line? How much of the conflict you are seeing is normal and healthy, and how much of it creates a hostile workplace? And when do you need to take matters into your own hands and initiate an investigation?
Hostile Workplace or Healthy Conflict?
What is important to understand about conflict is that not all conflict is the same. There are different types of conflict. and each type of conflict requires a different response. The three kinds of conflict you are likely to experience at work are:
1. Substantive Conflict: disagreements about overall direction, policies, values and goals. These are the kinds of arguments you might see in a political debate.
2. Procedural Conflict: disagreements about processes and procedures to best reach a shared goal. An argument about how to sell the most widgets is an example.
3. Affective Conflict: This is interpersonal conflict. This is the type that flares up and seems so very personal even as it threatens the productivity and stability of the whole workplace. Most complaints about "bullying" fall into this category, and this is the kind of conflict that could create a hostile workplace.
Hopefully, most of the conflicts you experience at work are the substantive or procedural kind: disagreements about how to accomplish goals. These are generally "healthy" conflicts because you can focus on outcomes, goals, and processes rather than personalities and emotions.
But when affective conflict is present in your workplace and an employee files a complaint, then you have a lot of murky waters to navigate. This probably includes an investigation that feels more like a balancing act than a straightforward "just the facts" process.
Hostile Workplace: Do I Really Have to Investigate?
Yes, most likely you do. If your employee's complaint seems like it may violate company policy or federal law, then you are most likely required to conduct an investigation, even if the employee who sought your help does not wish to have one. Federal law makes investigation mandatory if there is suspicion of job discrimination, a violation of health and safety laws, or illegal drug use and all of these issues can be part of affective conflict. Even if you suspect no law is broken, it is still best to investigate any alleged misconduct that is brought to your attention. In the case of a potentially hostile workplace, better safe than sorry.
Hostile Workplace Investigations Require Careful Planning
It is one thing to initiate an investigation. It is quite another to run the investigation properly in a way that doesn't make things worse. Whether you are choosing to do the investigation in-house, or outsource it as an independent investigation, there are many pitfalls to avoid. Do it correctly, and your organization can thrive. If you do it incorrectly, you may have a real disaster on your hands. In my next blog I will discuss the pitfalls of running a hostile workplace investigation, and how to avoid them.
For more information about the three kinds of conflict, whether the conflict you are experiencing requires an investigation, and how you should run the investigation, contact Kathleen Bartle.


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According to Help Net Security, the 2018 Risk:Value Report from NTT Security reveals some disquieting facts about how organizations deal with ransomware:
- 33% would pay a ransom demand rather than invest in better security.
- 16% are not sure whether they'd pay up or not.
- Just over half would be prepared to invest actively in information security.
For the report, NTT "surveyed 1,800 C-level executives and other decision makers from non-IT functions in 12 countries across Europe, the US and APAC and from across multiple industry sectors."#
I haven't downloaded the actual report, as to do so requires registration and I don't particularly want to be regarded as a potential customer by NTT. And, in fact, while there are evidently lots of other interesting data in the report, I want to focus here on the willingness of so many organizations to accede to the demands of the criminals. Let me refer you to an article by Kevin Townsend from 2016, in which he quoted me at some length (and I discussed those issues at greater length here). Better still, here's a longer section from the text I originally sent him in response to this question:
"…some figures suggest that 40% of corporate victims pay up. Many AV companies say there is little chance of recovery without the keys. FBI says corporates have a risk decision to make. Europol says simply 'don't pay'. Is Europol being realistic?"
[Perhaps it's a positive that the later report suggests a lower figure of victims that pay up, but there are probably too many variables to rely on that being a definite trend. Anyway, since the question seems to have been put hypothetically, it's quite possible that respondents would react quite differently if they actually found themselves in the position of ransomware victims, by gritting their teeth and ponying up.]
Anyway, this was my (very slightly edited) response:
In the abstract, there's an undeniable argument that if you give in and pay the ransom, you've directly contributed to the well-being of criminality. In many cases, it's a purely economic decision: it's cheaper to pay up than lose the data. In fact, you're sustaining a protection racket. On the other hand, if you don't pay up, you probably don't get your data back – sometimes there is an effective free decrypter available, but most of the time we can't provide one – and maybe the damage is so severe that you go out of business. You can't blame people – or companies – to prefer paying up to economic suicide, any more than you can blame them for giving their wallets to people who threaten them with knives. In fact, since we're talking about corporates rather than individuals, it might be seen as being more responsible to pay up rather than destroy the livelihoods of all staff, including those right at the bottom of the hierarchy who are generally less likely than the Board of Directors to survive the damage to their finances.
If people and companies didn't pay up, then ransomware attacks would become uneconomic, which wouldn't stop criminality, but would force crooks to explore other avenues – or maybe I should say dark alleyways. However, the attacks will remain economically viable as long as people aren't prepared or able to defend their data proactively. It's easy for those who have the knowledge and resources to implement adequate defences – not as easy as many commentators point out – to say that it's 'wrong' to give in to ransom demands. Of course companies should implement such defences, and that would impact on the viability of the attacks. If they don't do so because it's cheaper to pay up than to spend money on a backup strategy, then that is reprehensible. I don't know how often that happens, though: after all, sound backup practice is a defence against all sorts of misfortune, not just ransomware.
I was taken to task by a commenter on one of my ESET blogs for implying that paying the ransom is sometimes acceptable, pointing out that (I'm paraphrasing) failing to ensure that all an organization's data could be backed up and recovered as necessary is essentially a symptom of management failure. I'm inclined to agree, in general, as I think my quoted text above bears out. Do incompetence and clinging to false economy make it unacceptable to pay a ransom? Well, that's a more complicated question. After all, the people who are penalized if an organization chooses not to pay ransom and therefore loses its data are by no means always the people whose incompetence and penny-pinching put their data in jeopardy. I'll come back to that.
He also asserted that apart from the fact that payment perpetuates the problem, some of the money paid in ransom goes to fund organized crime and even terrorism. Well, that's a very good point. And while I don't think it's necessarily up to me to decide what is or isn't 'acceptable' behaviour on the part of a victim of ransomware, I would at least agree that a ransomware victim (individual or organization) should take into account that possibility. I don't know how much money paid to ransomware gangs actually does go to organized crime or to fund terrorism, but I'm certainly not going to say it doesn't happen.
But does that mean that paying ransom should in itself be a crime? Well, we don't usually go after people who pay up in cases of kidnapping, protection rackets, and so forth, even though those payments may subsidize all sorts of undesirable activities, so I'm not convinced. The more so since I can think of several scenarios that might be seen as being in mitigation. To quote myself again (again, lightly edited):
- An individual is faced with losing decades worth of family photos or other irreplaceable data.
- A healthcare organization faces an ethical dilemma because the medical records of thousands of clients are at risk: if they pay, criminals benefit, but if they don't, the health of many is put at risk. It's easy to say it's the victims' own fault in these cases, but it isn't necessarily the case: data might be backed up but unrecoverable for a variety of reasons – a failed or incompetent 3rd-party provider, or natural disaster, for instance.
There might be an argument for criminalizing ransom payment where a company could access backups but chooses not to because it's cheaper to pay up, but that's still penalizing the victim for the actions of the criminal.
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Target's decision to allow employees and customers to "use the restroom or fitting room facility that corresponds with their gender identity" is just the latest move in a national conversation on gender that's boiling over. Target made a strategic business decision designed to win more customers than it loses. Target's bosses have the right to lead their company as they choose. And customers have the right to shop there or go to Meijer or Wal-Mart. That's business. But beyond simple commerce there are a few results of Target's decision that need to be addressed.
- It joins those with gender-identity issues with predators. Because of the size of its company, Target's decision has taken the national discussion to a new level. And within the conversation those dealing with gender dysphoria and predators are mentioned in the same sentence. This is unfair to those genuinely in the midst of gender-identity confusion. These are real challenges faced by many people. Mark Yarhouse has written sensitively and clearly on this in his book Understanding Gender Dysphoria. Instead of creating an atmosphere where people feel "accepted, respected, and welcomed," Target has unfairly caused a group of people to be even more misunderstood and feared.
- It creates more vulnerability for women. Not only does Target's decision lump predators in with those facing gender-identity confusion within the larger discussion, but it genuinely creates a space for women to be preyed upon. The University of Toronto discovered this when it designated dorm restrooms and showers gender-neutral. Surprise! Men tried to film women in the showers by putting their cell phones over adjoining stalls. There are bad men out there. Why would Target create a space where these men have easy access to women in intimate spaces?
- It ignores Target's family restrooms. This was a policy that was completely unnecessary. In response to criticism over the decision a Target spokeswoman pointed people who are uncomfortable with the policy to its single-stall family restrooms. But wouldn't it have been just as easy to allow transgendered employees and customers to use these restrooms instead of inviting them into the larger restrooms?
- It may hurt more than it helps. Dr. Paul McHugh is a highly respected psychiatrist from Johns Hopkins. He's not motivated by religion or political ideology. He's simply a scientist who says decades of interacting with people who claim to be transgendered has shown him that when people are supported in their transition to their non-biological sex or gender there is often more pain for them and their family. In fact, Johns Hopkins stopped doing gender reassignment surgeries because the psychological outcomes for the patients were so poor. Instead, he encourages supporting these men and women in getting the help they need to stay in their birth gender.
- It continues the narrative that gender distinctions don't matter. This is just the latest policy change in Target's campaign to erase gender distinctions. The underlying policy downplays the scientific reality of distinctions in sex and gender. Men are men. Women are women. And God created them this way for a reason. I don't expect Target to make its policies based on the Bible. But Christians need to explain how precious sex and gender distinctions are. God loves people and created them "male and female" in order to allow them to understand how the Father, Son, and the Holy Spirit are in relationship with one another. Certainly theirs is not a sexual relationship. But God creates people equal in value, but different in important ways in order to help us understand Him better. This needs to be celebrated!


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HE'S been on an epic one-man world tour with a show that has taken him to 'every corner of the globe'.
And now Guy Masterson, will perform the political tale of Animal Farm in Darwen, for the third time since he was last there in 2003.
Directed by Tony Boncza, the show has received rave reviews from across the world, and Guy has been praised for his theatrical and educational performance by all.
Based on the novel written by George Orwell in 1945, the story is performed with a bale of hay at centre stage and exactly two props.
The show is as popular today as the novel ever was in post-war Britain, according to Guy.
"The show has taken me to every corner of the globe," he said. "I have been lucky enough to see some parts of the world that I never thought I would.
"If you know the story then you will know that there is a quite sinister undertone to the show.
"But it does make you question the situation with our government and can we do anything about it? We have a right to vote and young people can really make a difference," he said.
Born to an American father and Welsh mother, Guy also has the opportunity to vote in the US presidential elections. He has a passion for democracy as well as theatre. That's perhaps why he performs Animal Farm with such passion.
"Perhaps George Orwell's message to us in Britain is that, even here, where we live in relative harmony, we must be alert to the dangers of the power seekers and keepers and the promises they make to perpetuate their power here, with our adversarial system of government," said Guy who is currently touring theatres in the UK.
In 1995 he took a break from the solo performance and concentrated on directing, producing and winning stage awards for other performances across the globe.
As a freelance critic and feature writer he has had articles published in national newspapers including The Guardian.
"I think it's fantastic that we have a free press.
"Even though it makes mistakes, we can challenge the government and expose them if we can.
I like to think that Animal Farm makes young people use their vote and it's important to be taught as an anti-communist piece in schools. We should always stand up to our leaders and challenge them — because we can."
And although Animal Farm can be dark in places, there is humour and uplifting moments with Guy's energetic scenes.
"The show is quite sunny too with a lot of humour. As you know, I play all of the animals. Some may think it's slightly ridiculous but it really is very funny."
n Animal Farm, Darwen Library Theatre, Friday, February 8, Details from the box office on 01254 706006.


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The Unei's Clone, also known as the Unne Cln., is an enemy from Final Fantasy III. It can be found in the Ancients' Maze. Unlike Unei, it only attacks once per turn. In the NES version, it is randomly summoned by Greater Demons in the same dungeon. It will attempt to escape from battle if the party's levels are at least 50.
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cloning refers to the natural or artificial process of producing similar populations of genetically identical individuals. The term is derived from the Ancient Greek word κλών klōn, "twig", referring to the process whereby a new plant can be created from a twig.In biology,
More generally, the word "clone" means a duplicate or copy of something.
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text: This simple phrase has taken me many years to finally embrace fully. I really think this notion has coloured my whole approach to life as well. In making pots, if you truly believe you can always make another one, then this takes the pressure off. It allows you to be freer and try things you might not attempt if you maintain the "precious" frame of mind. I think the very nature of production pottery lends itself to this approach as you are making multiples of things as opposed to spending weeks on a single piece. Just a different approach I guess, but very metaphoric for life.


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Watersley Sports & Talent Park offers a wide range of accommodation types. In addition to group residences for teams, individual top-level sportspeople can stay at the 'Mixed House'. Watersley Sports & Talent Park also offers short-stay accommodation for sportspeople who want to take advantage of the park's excellent facilities. All accommodation is designed to meet the needs of teams and individual sportspeople who want to work on developing their abilities in an environment with other dedicated sportspeople.
Numerous educational institutions can be found in the vicinity of Watersley Sports & Talent Park, so in addition to the development of their sporting skills, sportspeople can also work on their social and academic development. General, pre-vocational, and pre-university secondary education is available at the Trevanium school group and the DaCapo College. Leeuwenborgh Regional Training Centre provides senior secondary vocational education, and Zuyd University of Applied Sciences and Fontys University of Applied Sciences offer higher education. All these educational institutes are within cycling distance of Watersley, but they can also easily be reached by public transport.
The universities in Maastricht, Aachen, Liège, and Hasselt can be reached within thirty minutes. These universities offer educational programmes where the language of instruction is Dutch, German, French, or English.
Watersley Plaza and Bodega
The events building Watersley Plaza is available for hosting meetings, presentations, team discussions, and other activities for large groups. Watersley Plaza can host events for up to 500 people. In the Bodega, directly next to the events building, a professional team can prepare meals which are perfectly suited to the specific nutritional needs of top-level sportspeople. If you want to work or hold meetings, with or without your team, in a peaceful environment, it is also possible to rent private offices in Watersley Plaza.
Health care and training
In addition to all the facilities offered by Sportzone Limburg, the Watersley Sports & Talent Park grounds also offer extensive training facilities. We have a large gymnasium and facilities for strength training, and it is also possible to work with a number of physiotherapists and massage therapists.
Mountain biking track
The Watersley Sports & Talent Park grounds include a challenging mountain biking track which can be used for training or races. It has plenty of height changes, various surfaces, and tricky corners, making it an outstanding track for training. There is also room for the track to be expanded in the future.
A sand track suitable for training has also been created close to the mountain biking track.


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What does 2GBG stand for? I'm glad you asked. It stands for To God be Glory. That is the motto of my life so it is fitting to also be the motto of my business. I believe that we are children of the Most High God. Every human being is related spiritually and connected. Our heavenly Father created us to create. We can create our lives by what we speak as in the book of Proverbs. Life and death are in the power of our words. We can create thoughts in others by them hearing our voices in their heads. We can create atmospheres of peace, love and joy. Or we could create atmospheres of chaos, hate, and fear. The choice is ours.
In 2GBG our purpose is to give the option for you to have clothing and accessories that promote positive ideals. Our pieces can be worn in everyday life and for making a statement. We have unisex hoodies and t-shirts. As well as home items like throw pillows. For you coffee, hot cocoa, and tea drinkers we have nice ceramic mugs.
We hope to bless you and encourage you to know that you are able to shine bright. The Good Book says that we should arise and shine for our light has come. Jesus Christ is the light of the world and He lives in us! Our bodies are the home for His Holy Spirit let's adorn it with things that promote the Good News He brought.
Ten percent of every dollar made will be donated to charitable organizations like the Salvation Army, the Children's Hospital of Illinois, the Sickle Cell Disease Association, the South Side Mission youth department and various domestic violence advocate organizations. Updates will be given to you. Please feel free to check out the online store at http://2gbg.myshopify.com. Please remember to type the code NEWYEARLOOK in your checkout get the discount of free shipping on orders $50 or more until 1/17/2018!
Peace and Blessings to you,
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Feb 11 (Reuters) - The widow of Penn State University
football coach Joe Paterno said she felt "horror" upon learning
Paterno's long-time assistant Jerry Sandusky molested boys and
insisted Paterno never hindered investigations into Sandusky's
"With the benefit of hindsight, I wish we had done more,"
Sue Paterno told Katie Couric's syndicated daytime talk show in
her first in-depth interview since the scandal.
"We didn't have that benefit because we didn't know
anything," she added in the interview, which aired Monday.
Until Sandusky's arrest in late 2011 on charges he molested
10 boys, some in the Penn State locker room, Paterno was one of
the most revered figures in American sports and the winningest
coach in major college football history.
A scathing report by former FBI Director Louis Freeh found
that Paterno, who died in January 2012, along with other
university officials, covered up Sandusky's sexual abuse for
years and showed a callous disregard for the victims to protect
a multimillion-dollar football program.
Freeh blamed Paterno, former university President Graham
Spanie, former Athletic Director Tim Curley and former
university Vice President Gary Schultz for working in concert on
a cover-up that began as early as 1998, when university police
investigated allegations of abuse but let Sandusky off with a
On Sunday, the Paterno family released a report they
commissioned that said the Freeh report is "deeply flawed and
that its conclusions as to Joe Paterno are unfair and
Freeh has called the Paterno family's report "self-serving"
and said it "does not change the facts established in the Freeh
report or alter the conclusions reached in the Freeh report."
Sue Paterno said she did not recognize her late husband's
portrayal in the Freeh report and said her husband did not know
about the abuse by Sandusky, who found his victims through a
charity he founded.
"That was Jerry being Jerry, being with young children. We
didn't have that mindset that he was doing anything more than
teaching them, working out with them, and getting a shower," she
said. "It had nothing to do with suspecting he's a pedophile.
The people who saw Jerry every day had no clue."
Paterno said she felt ill reading the grand jury report that
detailed Sandusky's behavior, and that she prayed every day for
the victims, none of whom she knew personally.
Sandusky is now serving a 30- to 60-year sentence following
his conviction last summer on charges he sexually abused 10 boys
in a 15-year period.
Spanier, Curley, and Schultz have been charged with child
endangerment, perjury, criminal conspiracy, failure to report
suspected child abuse, and obstruction charges. Each has
maintained his innocence, and they have not yet been tried.
Meanwhile, college sports' governing body, the NCAA, ordered
an historic $60 million fine and sanctions against the
Paterno was never charged with criminal wrongdoing.
(Reporting By Edith Honan; Editing by David Gregorio)


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It's time to put my little garden and deck to bed for the winter. There are still blooms on the roses and a few other of the plants, however, they know when it's time to take some time off to rest and renew themselves for next spring. Our society should take the hint!!
Last winter, at my other house, I had a little hummingbird stay all winter. It was a delight. It's amazing to me a bird of that size and delicacy is able to survive the cold. There were times last year, the sugar water would be frozen in the morning. I would bring it in, thaw it out in the microwave, and by the time I put it back on the hanger, my little bird would be hovering - saying - "What have you done with my breakfast - don't you know it's cold out here!!!" He would dive right into his food while I was still standing there!
Last year at this time, I could still sit out on my patio with the candles it, enjoying the soft night air. Not so this season. It seems to be one coastal system after another.
I live very near the West Bay Marina and board walk. On pleasant evenings, Habibi and I walk down to the park and watch the lights of the city come on. It's quite spectacular. The city reflects itself in the water, the float homes and boats light up, and people enjoy evening walks. It's soul food for me.
Only about a month 'til I leave for San Miguel! Time if flying by. I must begin readying myself.
In the meantime, I will tidy my garden, pull the plants which won't survive the cold and trim the others back. Geraniums survive the winter here, so I will just trim them back.
My fuchsia was spectacular, but it's done now. There is only one bloom left. I enjoyed it so much. Always brings back happy memories of the beautiful fuchsias Mama hung by the back door.
"We've got this gift of love, but love is like a precious plant. You can't just accept it and leave it in the cupboard or think it's going to get on by itself. You've got to keep watering it. You've got to really look after it and nurture it."~ John Lennon


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The Flagstaff Communities Collaboration Initiative is currently:
- Conducting an infrastructure deficit/needs assessment as the core element of developing a picture of community sustainability.
- Researching more region-based governance models and developing a made-in-Flagstaff region-based governance scenario to consider.
We will be playing close attention to four pillars that shape how successful more regional collaboration is:
1. Services
How do you establish the right services and appropriate service levels, and adjust for variation between amalgamating communities? Do you think of services as an investment attraction mechanism?
2. Representation
How do you ensure all citizens are fairly represented by elected officials when it comes to shared services or consideration of more region-based governance? How are the interests of each collaborating municipality accommodated?
3. Taxation
How do you balance expected and desired service delivery with appropriate taxation levels? How is taxation reasonably shared in new forms of collaboration?
4. Identity
How do you ensure your community keeps its identity as municipalities become more intertwined?
This work, majority-funded by the Government of Alberta through grants, will continue through the Fall of 2017.
This is an initiative of the Flagstaff Intermunicipal Partnership (FIP), formed in 2003 to collaborate and interact with our neighbors to achieve long term sustainability as a regional community. Member municipalities are: Flagstaff County, Towns of Daysland, Hardisty, Killam and Sedgewick, and Villages of Alliance, Forestburg, Heisler, and Lougheed.
FIP has recorded successes:
- All Hazards Mutual Aid
- Regional Water Operators Consortium
- Bylaw Officer Contract
- Family and Community Services
- Regional Solid Waste Management
- Regional Fire Chief Agreement
- Regional Water/Wastewater Feasibility Study


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Born in Carlisle, Pennsylvania, Abi Stafford began her dance training at the age of six with the Central Pennsylvania Youth Ballet in Carlisle, under the direction of Marcia Dale Weary. Ms. Stafford entered the School of American Ballet (SAB), the official school of New York City Ballet, full time in the fall of 1998. At SAB, she performed the role of Clarinet in Jerome Robbins' Fanfare and a role in Christopher Wheeldon's Scènes de Ballet for the SAB's Annual Workshop performances. Ms. Stafford was invited to become an apprentice with New York City Ballet in November 1999 and joined the corps de ballet in January 2000. She was promoted to the rank of soloist in January 2002 and principal dancer in December 2007.
Ms. Stafford was named the Janice Levin Dancer for the 2000-2001 season. In the spring of 2003, Ms. Stafford was awarded Martin E. Segal Award, which acknowledges the exemplary achievement of young artists.


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Kyle Studebaker
Council Member
Kyle was born in Seattle, Washington, lived in Canada for 11 years and moved to California in 1977.
She has lived in the La Crescenta-Montrose area for almost 38 years. Her children, Jonathan, Matthew and Kathryn attended Monte Vista, Rosemont and CV High School. Over the years she has served in many capacities in support of the local schools – PTSA, Site Council, Foundation and Sports Booster Clubs. Kyle has served on the Board of Directors for Prom Plus since 2000 and participated in the Annual Tri-Valley Special Olympics Track and Field Meet.
She is committed to representing the residents of the Community and feels honored to be on the Crescenta Valley Town Council.
Kyle was re-elected to Council in 2016, her Term will expire 2019.


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The 170 guestrooms are equipped with complete bathroom (shower or bath), air conditioning, TV, telephone, hairdryer, mini-bar, and safety deposit box (extra fee). Hotel Diagonal Calipolis¿s facilities and services include a 24-hour front desk, restaurant, bar, conference rooms, swimming pool and internet corner. Address: Avenida Sofia 2-6, 08870 Sitges, Spain.
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Korean Title: Ma-i-geol
Episodes: 16
Broadcast network: SBS
Broadcast period: 2005-Dec-14 to 2006-Feb-02
Air time: Wednesday & Thursday 21:55
Production Credits:
Chief Producer: Kim Young Sup
Producer: Bae Tae Sup
Screenwriter: Hong Jung Eun / Hong Mi Ran
Director: Jun Ki Sang
Asst. Director: Park Soo Chul
Lee Dong Wook as Seol Gong-chan
Lee Da Hee as Joo Yoo-rin
Lee Joon Ki as Seo Jung-woong
Park Si Yeon as Kim Seo-hyun
When Gong-chan (Lee Dong-wook) meets the lively and beautiful Yu-rin (Lee Da-hae), he finds out that she has connections to his missing cousin, who his grandfather has been searching for a long time. He asks Yu-rin to lie about being his long missing cousin until he can find his real cousin. She says yes, but soon their feelings for each other get in the way of their plans. Gong-chan's friend Jung-woo (Lee Joon Ki) falls for Yu-rin while Gong-chan's ex girlfriend, Seo-hyun (Park Si Yeon), who is a pro tennis player, tries to win him back. Will the two ever tell each other how they feel? Will Gong-chan ever find his real cousin?
I Say…
It's been a long time since I've seen the series but I'll do the review anyway. My excitement towards the plot hasn't changed.
In the same line with certified high-rating Korean series like Full House (2004) and Goong (2006), My Girl was also taken from a manhwa. For me, it looks like it has become a trend among producers nowadays, bringing to life black and white characters only alive in the minds of its readers. Being so, the actors should have more motivation to act beautifully so as not to disappoint, first and foremost, the followers of the said manhwa. Now what do I think about My Girl? Well, as I have mentioned from a previous blog entry, I found the show pretty amusing, because I haven't really seen Lee Da Hee act the way she did here. I haven't seen Green Rose and I hated her role in Sweet 18, so I was surprised in her My Girl performance as Joo Yoo Rin. Well, I suddenly imagined Song Hye Gyo and thought that she could play "dumber" than Lee Da Hee. I don't have anything against Lee Da Hee, I just thought "what if", and I think Song Hye Gyo could've been a better Joo Yoo Rin.
Her leading men are both very handsome, especially Lee Jun Ki who could pass as a girl. My relatives were crazy for Lee Dong Wook-oppa, finding him reason to watch it every night when it was still on prime time TV.
I also thought that the show only hit the button because it was new and [Filipino] viewers like sensational shows, most especially dramas. But I watched it after the My Girl "wave" and found out that it's good and not just tolerable.


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"The goal with "Billionaire" was simple; every inch of the property in the home had to be innovative, flawless, and meticulously curated. The budget was there is no budget. To keep in line with my mission, I traveled the globe and secured the richest materials the world had to offer, taking it upon myself to personally organize each and every detail. The home technology throughout – the combination of sight, sound and security – is nothing short of cutting-edge and totally flawless. It had to be a home that would leave you in utter amazement!" – Bruce Makowsky
"Billionaire" estate is currently the most expensive and the most luxurious residence on the market. The property includes 21 bathrooms, three whole gourmet kitchens, two spacious master suites, 10 additional guest suites, a 17,000 square-foot entertainment deck, 6 bars, a bowling alley lounge, 2 wine-champagne cellars, a private fitness center, an impressive auto gallery filled with Lamborghinis and Ferraris and the helicopter featured in the 1980s TV show Airwolf, an outstanding home theatre, and a glass tile infinity swimming pool.
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Angels' Share
Phenom 100


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INDIANAPOLIS, IN – (July 16, 2015) – STANLEY Security, a leading global manufacturer and integrator of comprehensive security solutions for a wide range of industries, announces the establishment of its new Vertical & Centralized Operations (VOPS) team and supporting Network Operations Center. The combination of these entities is dedicated to providing an unparalleled installation and service experience for end-users in a wide range of vertical markets, locations and applications. By bringing project management and execution to the highest standard of effectiveness and efficiency, the VOPS team provides tangible ROI and time-saving benefits to STANLEY's vast network of customers, tailored to the specific needs of each respective vertical market.
Vertical & Centralized Operations Team
As part of the broader vertical market solutions division launched earlier this year, the VOPS team enables STANLEY Security to better serve its customers by offering optimized, highly intuitive and integrated security solutions to its focused end-users in a broad range of market applications. Along with STANLEY's newly developed vertical market groups – established for the organization's extensive commercial, retail, healthcare, government, corrections, education, financial, global and enterprise customers – the VOPS team delivers superior service delivered through over 75 branch locations throughout North America and is strengthened by a group of highly qualified professionals offering broad customer support.
The expanded field services team focuses on bolstering design, application, installation and service processes, enabling enhanced productivity through comprehensive project management, as well as sales and operations connectivity that more seamlessly integrates differentiated, first-class technologies, solutions and services to STANLEY's dynamic customer base. Bruce Riesterer has been appointed Vice President, Vertical & Centralized Operations for STANLEY Security to lead the credentialed team to directly respond to the needs of retailers nationwide.
"STANLEY Security is committed to exceeding customer expectations. The Vertical & Centralized Operations team allows us to uphold this commitment, offering customers the maximum return on their security investments with the guidance of an experienced, accessible support team," said Jim Cannon, President, STANLEY Security. "Bruce and his team are a highly valued addition to our overall security services offerings, able to identify the key needs and challenges associated with each vertical market to provide the best solution possible."
The VOPS team provides operations support and scalable resources that drive results for customers and facilitate high-quality outcomes through the deployment of highly trained and certified Application Engineers, Design Engineers, National Account Program Managers, Project Managers and Partner Development associates. These experts will be focused on driving consistency, seamless integration and innovative implementation of large-scale projects in customers' locations.
Network Operations Center
In addition to cultivating supportive partnerships between customers and the dedicated members of the Vertical & Centralized Operations team, STANLEY's world-class Network Operations Center (NOC) is designed to service end-users with numerous capabilities in order to bolster operational efficiencies and monitoring capabilities, including:
- Ability to remotely commission and tune IP Video and Electronic Article Surveillance (EAS) systems upon installation
- Ability to remotely monitor and assess health of installed IP Video and EAS systems in real-time
- Ability to remotely diagnose and adjust IP Video and EAS systems in real-time
- Provide 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year support
- Fully redundant power/data/telecommunications support
As a key service offering for STANLEY customers, the NOC also offers support for off-hours installations and operational projects. The NOC expands the end-user's service and support team as the first point of escalation for STANLEY technicians while on-site, able to assist with remote installations to reduce labor costs for the customer. The NOC can monitor the health of systems remotely and in real-time, notifying the customer if there is an issue before he or she even realizes it – minimizing down-time and ultimately loss. Invaluable troubleshooting, system tuning and maintenance can also all be performed remotely at the NOC to promote immediate, cost-effective relief should system maintenance be required.
"As customers continue to look for more ways to maximize their ROI, our remote service and diagnostic capabilities help them achieve those goals. It is invaluable to a customer for STANLEY to not only proactively recognize an issue with a given system, but also be able to remotely fix it – saving them the time and cost of having a physical service call. Our clients depend on our ability to provide them solutions that make their operations more efficient and effective," said Riesterer.
To learn more about the STANLEY's Vertical & Centralized Operations team, the Network Operations Center and STANLEY's broad range of security products, solutions and services for a wide variety of vertical markets, please visit stanleysecuritysolutions.webpagefxstage.com.
About STANLEY Security
STANLEY Security, a division of Stanley Black & Decker (NYSE: SWK), is a provider of integrated security solutions defining the future of the security industry. STANLEY delivers a comprehensive suite of security products, software and integrated systems with a strong emphasis on service. STANLEY is powered by a culture of continuous innovation, providing revolutionary technology and unmatched customer service to commercial, institutional and industrial businesses and organizations. We focus on complete customer transparency and operational excellence in the five customer touchpoints: account management, installation, service, monitoring and billing. STANLEY takes pride in our signature approach to doing business – offering global resources, with a local touch. As one of the world's largest and most comprehensive security providers, we're protecting what's important to you by designing, installing, servicing and monitoring an extensive array of products and solutions that span the entire security spectrum:
• Specific Solutions for Education, Retail, Healthcare, Financial Services, Government and more
• Intrusion, Fire, Access Control and Video Surveillance Systems
• Systems Integration
• Software Support Solutions
• Automatic Entrance Solutions
• Door Locking Hardware, Closers & Exit Devices
• Master Keyed Systems
• Safe Lock & Vault Solutions
• EAS Asset Visibility Solutions
• UL & Bilingual ULC Monitoring Services
• Real-Time, Online eServices