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Classics Review: What I Believe by Leo Tolstoy
I wrote the following review about a year ago. The book kind of rocked my world at the time and influenced the way I interpret certain other books which I will be reviewing soon. I wrote quite a lot about this book – I was thinking of doing a study guide and I may still do that. You can see my articles on many of the chapters by clicking on Notes on Tolstoy's "What I Believe" in the menu above.
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What I Believe is Leo Tolstoy's follow-up to A Confession in which he describes his profound existential crisis. In A Confession Tolstoy describes how, at age 50, when he was at the height of his worldly success, he became so depressed that he wanted to commit suicide. In desperation he turned to the Orthodox church of his childhood and discovered that when he could believe in God, even if only for a moment, for that moment he felt the life. The moment he stopped believing, he felt the oppression of death.
Reading A Confession led me to read his final novel Resurrection, which in which an aristocrat has a spiritual awakening of his own and discovers the far-reaching dysfunctions of the Russian justice system and the evils of bureaucracy. I had read Tolstoy's two great classics, War and Peace and Anna Karenina, in the past. His post spiritual crisis writing are just as great but different in content, tone, and purpose. What I Believe turned my world upside down as did The Kingdom of God is Within You, a book considered so radical it was banned in Russia for many years.
Tolstoy begins What I Believe by explaining how he began to feel uncomfortable with the doctrine of the Russian Orthodox Church. He was attracted to Christ's teachings about love, forgiveness, and the brotherhood of man, but he found the Church, while never denying Christ's doctrine of love, put a tremendously disproportionate emphasis on ritual and ceremony and devoted scant attention to how Christians should behave toward other people in their daily lives.
Also he was disturbed that the Church supported such things as persecution of certain populations, serfdom, capital punishment, and war. Tolstoy read the gospels over and over, with special attention to the Sermon on the Mount – Matthew 5 through 7. Then, reading through all the church's commentaries on the gospels, he found that the church seemed to ignore or distort the clear teachings of Jesus whenever they conflicted with the established systems of civilization. It was as if the world's system were the default, and the teachings of Jesus, who they claimed to believe is God, had to be made to fit into that mold.
By the end of the book Tolstoy comes reluctantly to the conclusion that for centuries the Church has been teaching a form of Christianity far different from what Jesus intended. Jesus was teaching the eternal law that leads to life: real life on earth, the only kind of life that continues after death. Jesus also teaches how this law based on love is utterly incompatible with the world's law, which is based on fear and competition and is merely a sophisticated version the predatory law of the beasts. Tolstoy saw that Jesus' primary message was that to be truly human, that is to rise to a level higher than a talking animal and to be born into the new life of the spirit, we have to stop living according to the law of the world and embrace the higher law of love. This is the only way to break the cycle of violence. When you start embracing the higher law, the world will probably not like you and may even hurt or kill you, but you will be truly alive, and will actually be happier, both before and after your physical death.
The part of the book I found most fascinating is Tolstoy's interpretation of the five commandments of Christ, all of which are clearly taught in the Sermon on the Mount. For each one he explains the research he did into the original texts and how he reached each conclusion. The key commandment for Tolstoy, the one that really opened the floodgates of light, is that followers of Christ are not to return evil for evil. That means no violence to anyone, including enemies, and not just personal enemies, but also those populations that your government calls enemies. When Tolstoy realized that Christ did not mean this statement as an unreachable ideal but as a practical lifestyle, all the pieces of the puzzle began falling into place. Here are the five commandments of Christ as interpreted by Tolstoy:
1. "Be at peace with all men, and never consider your anger as just. Never look upon any man as worthless or a fool, neither call him such. Not only shall you never think yourself justified in your anger, but also you shall never consider your brother's anger as causeless; and therefore, if there is one who is angry with you, even if it is without cause, go and be reconciled to him before praying. Endeavor to destroy all enmity between yourself and others, that their enmity may not grow and destroy you." Matthew 5:21-26
2. "Take no pleasure in concupiscence; let each man, if he is not a eunuch, have a wife and each woman a husband; let a man have but one wife, and woman one husband, and let them never under any pretext whatever dissolve their union." Matthew 5:32
3. "Never take an oath under any circumstances. Every oath is extorted from men for evil." Matthew 5: 33-37
4. "Never resist evil by violence; never return violence for violence. If anyone strikes your, bear it; it anyone takes away what is yours, let him have it; if anyone makes you labor, do so; if anyone wants to have what you consider to be your own, give it up to him." Matthew 5: 38-42
5. "Never consider men of another nation as your enemies; look upon all men as you do toward your fellow-country men; therefore you shall not kill those whom you call your enemies; love all and do good to all." Matthew 5:43-48
Tolstoy believes that these commandments are not intended to be impossible ideals but are in fact Christ's specific instructions for how his followers ought to live. If we would only try them, we'd find they really do result in a happier life. In Chapter 10 he identifies the ingredients of a truly happy life: being in touch with the natural world, family, peaceful and unrestricted fellowship with all classes of people, and surprisingly, labor: working to supply our own needs and enjoying the fruits of our labor. A life lived according to Jesus' commandments would produce to all of these ingredients.
Jesus said "My yoke is easy and my burden is light" and "Ye shall know the truth and the truth will set you free." The law of love that Jesus taught, according to Tolstoy, is more in accord with our real nature than the world's law which tells us we are obligated to kill total strangers if the State tells us to take up arms and go to war. I am not so sure about it being more in accord with human nature. The law of love appeals to me but I am a peaceful person who does not find the least pleasure in killing living things. However I know plenty of people who say they sincerely enjoy killing animals, watching ultra-violent films, and even claim to relish the thought of killing certain people. And some of these people are Christians.
I understand none of us made this world and most of us feel stuck in its tangled web of systems. We are born into a world where we don't have access to enough earth to grow our own food and are dependent from birth on government and complicated economic systems to obtain food and water. So I don't know that God would hold us accountable for the situation we find ourselves in, and I am glad that one of the rules is that no one gets to judge anyone else. Maybe we could just not assume that the way the world is necessarily the way it has to be. Human systems are not set in stone. Maybe it wouldn't hurt to ask ourselves why we do the things we do every day: are we acting out of fear or out of love? Or have we somehow mixed the two concepts in our minds – as in I go to a job I hate because I love my children and am afraid I won't be able to feed them. It's more complicated than you think, Mr. Tolstoy, when you are not a world-renowned Russian nobleman. Also I am puzzled about how this doctrine of non-violence relates to crazed terrorists and keeping child predators and psychopaths off the streets. However, that said, I think Tolstoy is onto something here, namely the truth. It changed his life and it may yet change mine.
You can read What I Believe online and download it in various formats free of charge at Wikisource. It is also available in various editions on Kindle and in print at Amazon.com.


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Tula Erskine works identified!
In January 2016, I received a note from landscape architect Nancy Aten, who was scanning works by Milwaukee artist Gertrude Kundman Erskine to be included in Erskine's archive, when she came upon 8x10 photographs of a series of six works that especially caught her attention.
"They look like paintings on canvas," she said. "They look like they might be murals for a school."
I then posted this article on Jan. 11, 2016 asking readers if they could identify the location of the works. Just yesterday, Sept. 21, Aten wrote to let me know the works had been identified. Therefore, I've adapted this post to reflect the new scholarship, so read on to find out where they were located...
In 1955, the Milwaukee Sentinel called Erskine – whose nickname was Tula – a, "versatile, purposeful, slender, red-haired Milwaukee artist who is intensely meticulous and thorough in everything she does whether it be housekeeping (!), painting, sculptoring, doing research into art techniques and media or into botany, sewing her own clothes, carrying out her duties as board member for the Wisconsin Painters and Sculptors Society and as publicity chairman for the Audubon Society of Wisconsin."
Erskine, a Washington High School grad, had regularly shown her work at the Milwaukee Art Institute, art competitions at the Wisconsin Salon and State Fair and at art museums as far-flung as Syracuse, N.Y.
There were no notes attached that would identify the works Aten found – which are owned by the Urban Ecology Center – nor where they might have been painted, nor their dimensions.
"They were tucked in an old portfolio, and have glue marks on the back like they were once pasted in," she said. "The portfolio is really loosely arranged, so it's hard to attribute chronology, but they were with other items that I would guess makes them circa 1930s or early '40s."
Aten believed the style of the works also fits with that time frame based on what she knows about the timeline of Erskine's caree…Read more...

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Voice-assistants such as Amazon's Alexa and Apple's Siri have ushered in a new era of customer interactions with technology. Individuals can use voice-assistants on a range of smart devices (e.g. smart speakers, smart phones etc.) to carry out a multitude of tasks. From asking for directions to shopping – voice-assistants have enabled consumers to acquire information and make decisions in a quicker manner than ever before.
Focusing specifically on shopping with voice-assistants, management strategy consultants 'OC&C', estimate an astonishing $40 billion will be spent on U.S. voice commerce by 2022. This trend is perhaps unsurprising, as 55% of American consumers already claim to 'enjoy' shopping via voice-activated devices, as per statistics from digital agency 'Salmon'.
Interested in the rise of voice shopping, online marketplace OnBuy.com analyzed findings from 'VoiceBot.AI', who surveyed 1,203 U.S. consumers to better understand the products and services they buy the most using a voice-assistant.
OnBuy.com found that everyday household items (25.11%) like cleaning detergents are the most ordered products by Americans through voice-assistants. Thereafter, U.S. consumers equally purchase apparel and entertainment (e.g. music, movies etc.) from voice-assistants at 21.15% each.
Interestingly, 14.54% are confident enough to buy consumer electronics using a voice-assistant. Surprisingly, 11.89% of Americans currently sort their grocery shop out via a voice-assistant. Likewise, the same amount utilizes a voice-assistant to arrange and book their travel plans (11.89%).
Contrastingly, Americans are least likely to use a voice-assistant to locate and give their business to a local service which they may need, such as a hair cutting or dry-cleaning outlet – with only 3.52% presently doing so. Slightly above, just 7.05% use a voice-assistant to order a prepared meal and/or drink (i.e. collect or get a takeaway delivered).
Also, OnBuy sought to determine the varied attitudes Americans have towards shopping with a voice-assistant. From this, it was discovered that the aspect consumers most like about using a voice-assistant to shop, is that it is hands free (27.31%). About 20.7% appreciate the convenience of voice shopping, as they can do other things whilst using it to get products or services.
Despite much of the public being unaware of the offers provided by companies such as Amazon and Google exclusively for their voice shoppers – 10.57% have managed to take advantage of a deal or coupon on a specific voice-assistant to attain a desired product or service.
Contrastingly, when considering the main apprehensions people have when using a voice-assistant to buy goods or services – a lot of them do not feel entirely comfortable shopping by voice (31.72%). Maybe an expected outcome, given how accustomed individuals have become to shopping with a screen and keyboard on smart devices. This notion is reflected by 21.15% of Americans not warming to voice shopping because there is no screen and 16.74% believing they can type faster to get what is wanted. Both these stats particularly reflective of those alluding to smart speakers (no screen or keyboard) as the device they have been using a voice-assistant on to conduct a purchasing activity.
With issues around cyber-security and personal data protection more prominent than ever before, 23.35% don't feel it is safe enough to disclose payment information over a voice-assistant when wanting to treat themselves to some retail therapy. As voice-shopping becomes more of a staple in the retail landscape, voice technology will inevitably be integrated into the in-store experience. As this plays out, consumers already have their preferences on how they would like this to happen.
For 31.1% of Americans, they would like to use a voice-assistant to help them locate products as they navigate inside a store. Subsequently, 29.5% want a voice-assistant to inform them of any available discounts or deals which will allow them to save money while in-store. 25.5% would access a voice-assistant to compare products – for instance, health-conscious consumers who want to easily compare the nutritional contents of similar food and drink goods.
Cas Paton, the Managing Director of OnBuy.com commented, "Voice has established itself as the next major frontier in commerce. As individuals become more familiar with the technology, the more trust and confidence they will gain to carry out activities such as shopping via a voice-assistant. This study certainly shows that Americans are already using voice to research and purchase goods from several product and service categories. With the technology only set to improve, voice search will gradually evolve to provide a seamless experience and become a reliable shopping avenue for consumers." For more details, visit OnBuy.


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The Maiden's Fancy is a Blackwater Raiders vessel with a mixed-race crew that runs between the Steamwheedle Cartel ports of Ratchet and Booty Bay. It has no problems with the Bloodsail coming near them. The ship has a large amount of gunpowder in the hold... for insurance, you know.
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- Treasure
- Ratchet to Booty Bay: 50 seconds
- Booty Bay to Ratchet: 1 minute
- Dock time: 1 minute
- Round trip: 3 minutes 50 seconds
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Going through lackadaisical sales for the first time in five years, Volkswagen India is now changing track to ensure it continues to stay on the growth path in the coming years. Dr Ulrich Hackenberg, head of product development at Volkswagen AG, spoke about some measures that the company was taking towards this end at the recently concluded Paris Motor Show.
"We are extensively testing an extended version of the Up in order to adapt the car for Indian conditions," said Hackenberg on the sidelines of the show. Volkswagen will extend the wheelbase (distance between two wheel wells) by about 50 mm in order to offer good interior room and a better interior package. The Up is being re-designed to compete in the market with cars like the Hyundai i10, the Suzuki Zen Estilo and the Chevrolet Beat, and it will be the cheapest VW on sale in India when it is launched in 2014 at Rs 3.5 to 4.5 lakh.
Acknowledging this fact that the Indian market has become largely feature driven, he admitted that VW is now changing its approach. "A balance needed to be struck between safety and features, so future VW models would come fitted with the sort of features that Indian customers expect," he said. Volkswagen India had just a few weeks ago launched more feature rich versions of the Polo hatchback and Vento sedan with a price drop, a response after sales had started to slide since the beginning of 2012. Dr Hackenberg also mentioned that a CNG-powered variant of the Vento will soon be launched in India.
Another segment that is poised for rapid growth in India is the one for compact SUVs – the recent launch of the Mahindra Quanto and Renault Duster points towards this trend, and we will soon see the much-awaited Ford Ecosport joining the fray. Dr Hackenberg revealed that Volkswagen too is working on a product for this category. A car in this segment will give VW more ammunition to take the fight to its competition, and Dr Hackenberg concluded by saying that VW already has the technology in place to meet and exceed the upcoming BS V emission norms.


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One of the, "Should be," Queens of England (She has a CBE, so, we could be getting there), she was born in England and moved to America where the start of her mind blowing career started.
It's this amazing lady's 88th birthday. Now most of you should recognise at least one piece of her work, her career has span over 7 decades. She's still alive and looking fantastic so, I'm sure- unless I've missed the memo of retirement- there could be more to come.
Mrs Potts in Beauty and the Beast?
Miss Price in Bedknobs and Broomsticks?
Aunt Adelaide in Nanny McPhee?
Growing up you must have watched one of these movies, definitely heard the iconic Beauty and the Beast song Tale as old as time (The normal version- do not mention the Kate Price version)
It's not just kids who are effected by her acting and voice over work. Some of my favourite work she has done, involves her in a TV series which lasted 10 years- And I've tried to watch all the episodes and movies, unfortunately I can't make any promises as this was when they aired repeats on TV and I have a download limit so it's not exactly possible to download them all as it's one of America's longest running detective drama series (12 seasons over 200 episodes)-
Jessica Fletcher in Murder, She Wrote.
Honestly, I break out into a smile every time I hear the name of this series. It's 90's Murder style (well it was filmed in the 80's/90's), today it could be vaguely related to the TV series Castle, Jessica Fletcher is an author who gets involved in a murder case where ever she seems to go. There's hardly any forensic science and the police in this case comes in the form of- in most episodes- a sheriff. The series follows Jessica around as she goes visiting family or just stays in her home town of Cabot Cove, Maine.
Angela Lansbury's acting as Jessica Fletcher, brings about a case of no one else would have been able to portray that character as perfectly as that, she brings about humour and drama to the series but also their are cases where you can actually relate to the character. She may solve, "Whodunnit," Crimes in this series but really you want to be asking the Murder, She Wrote crew, "Whodunnit?" To pat whoever suggested Angela Lansbury should play this role on the back.
I hope Angela Lansbury is one of these actresses that is remembered forever, I know, for me personally, she is one of my favourites. Which, means in my house when The Harvey Girls is put on the TV, I'm glued to the screen and will fight anyone who talks as that movie stars both Angela Lansbury and Judy Garland. The number of people Angela Lansbury has starred with, is enough to get any old movie fanatic jealous as she has even starred with dancing Actor Gene Kelly in The Three Musketeers (1948), A.K.A The Movie that makes Natalie cry, but then any movie which Gene looks heart broken and cries, she will cry. Angela Lansbury must know about her brilliance due to the amount of fans she has plus the amount of awards she has received for her work.
Happy Birthday Angela Lansbury! We Love you!


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Books of interest from the Mackay Society:
The Freedomseeker, by John Henry Mackay. ". . . a worthy complement to the austerely logical prose of Benjamin Tucker . . . . the pages ring out with a paean to the individual and his free development, and with bitter denunciation fl of the great enemy . . . . the State." - Murray N. Rothbard (quality paperback, 198 pages, $7 .95)
The Manifesto of Peace and Freedom by K. H.Z. Solneman. Updates anarcho-individualist critique of ideology, democracy, capitalism, Marxism. Offers alternatives. 1977 Alternative Peace Prize, Frankfurt. (qpb, 234 pgs., $11.95)
John Henry Mackay - The Unique, by K.H.Z. Solneman. ($1)
Anarchist of Love: The Secret Life of John Henry Mackay, by Hubert Kennedy. His battle for homosexual freedom. ($2)
The Hustler, by John Henry Mackay. Translation by Hubert Kennedy. "The story of a nameless love" in the 1920s Berlin sexual underworld. "I have always loved this book . . . . authentic." - Christopher Isherwood. (qpb, 299 pgs., $7.95)
Chaos: the Broadsheets of Ontological Anarchism, by Hakim Bey. ". . . fascinating!" - William S. Burroughs. (qpb, $5)
Alternative Americas by Mildred J. Loomis. An informal history by the "grandmother of the counter-culture" - Mother Earth News. (175 pgs.; qpb. $2; hardcover $3)
What Is Mans Destiny? by Laurance Labadie. Intro. by Mark A. Sullivan. A tour de force by the last of Tucker's circle. ($1)
Slaves to Duty by John Badcock, Jr. Perhaps the best introduction to egoism. Rare 1938 edition by Laurance Labadie (39 pgs., $5)
Liberty: Not the Daughter but the Mother of Order. Original editions of Tucker's famous journal! ($5 each)
The Storm! A Journal for Free Spirits, edited by Jim Kernochan and Mark A. Sullivan. Lively magazine of political, psychological, sexual and economic liberation. (Sample issue: $1)
The purpose of the Mackay Society is to publish and distribute writings by and about John Henry Mackay and other works that explore or advocate individual sovereignty and equal freedom in human life. Membership costs $7 for two years and includes 20 % off all titles. Send SASE for complete catalog to: Mackay Society, Box -131 Ansonia Station, New York, NY 10023.
Liberty 1881 - 1908 A Comprehensive Index by Wendy McElroy. This is the index to Benjamin
R. Tucker's famous newspaper. It gives you the key to finding information in the thousands of articles that were printed during the newspaper's more than quarter century of publishing. This index is available by itself, or together with a complete microfiche edition of Liberty. Alone it sells for $30. The microfiche edition of Liberty sells for $25. As a set, these can be ordered for $51.50 (postage included).
Nationalism and Culture by Rudolf Rocker.
A Voluntary Political Government: Letters from Charles Lane edited by Carl Watner.
No Statist Solutions: Anarchism and the Troubles in Northern Ireland by Michael Ziesing.
Blowing Up Hitler: A Life of Johann Georg Elser, Would-Be Assassin by Gerald Williams
the dandelion - an occasional anarchist journal. Four issues for $4.50.
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RIYADH (Reuters) - Coalition-backed forces killed two al Qaeda militants in Yemen in a raid in the southern province of Abyan on Wednesday, the Saudi government media office said.
It described Murad Abdullah Mohammed al-Doubli, known as Abu Hamza al-Batani, and Hassan Basurie as among "the most dangerous leaders" of Yemen's al Qaeda branch, known as Al Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP).
The two men were killed in a clash with forces backed by the United Arab Emirates, a key component of the Saudi-backed coalition that intervened in Yemen's civil war in 2015, said the statement issued late on Wednesday, citing security sources.
AQAP has taken advantage of the three-year war between the Iran-aligned Houthi group and President Abd-Rabbu Mansour Hadi's Saudi-backed government to strengthen its position in the impoverished Arab state.
There was no immediate statement confirming the deaths from AQAP, which operates in several provinces in south and eastern Yemen, including in Abyan, Shabwa and al-Bayda.
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SEOUL, July 20 (Korea Bizwire) – Sales of "mini fruits" that are easy to eat and don't require peeling, such as blueberries and cherries, are increasing among single and two-person households. According to the Rural Development Administration, which surveyed fruit consumption trends in urban households from 2010 to 2014, per capita purchases of blueberries increased by 380 percent from 4,045 won in 2010 to 15,249 won in 2014, while cherry purchases soared by 290 percent from 3,136 won to 9,086 won.
In the overall increase of mini fruit purchases, single and two-person households led the trend. Their per capita consumption of blueberries and cherries in 2014 was 10,599 won and 4,735 won respectively, 3.4 times (blueberries) and 2.1 times (cherries) higher than those of four-person households.
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The Crowley's Ridge String Band DebutThe Crowley's Ridge String Band will debut at One Love People on March 7th. This show is free and all-ages. The show starts at 6 some come early to grab a seat and some great drinks!
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Bebop Beatniks Live at One Love People on 2016-07-01Free streaming and download plus photos by Vivian Heyl. Guest trumpeter Sid Davis and Rev. Rick reading "The Sound Of Silence" and "I'm The Slime" over Bebop Beatniks jazz. A great night.
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Bebop Beatniks at One Love People on September 16, 2016Bebop Beatniks and Friends tore it up at One Love People in Jonesboro on September 16, 2016. Joining Kevin, Paul, and Larry were Chris Issom, drums and Jay Shepherd, guitar. Rev. Rick read "The Madman" by Kahlil Gibran and did some autobiographical free style. It's always a jazz party wi...
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Federal agency visits to see if local projects could be replicated elsewhere across the country
Water quality and flood control projects here are paying off in a healthier Sarasota Bay, and they are also receiving national attention.
Nancy Stoner, the federal Environmental Protection Agency's acting assistant administrator, visited the county on Thursday to see which successful projects here could be replicated in other corners of the country.
While the overall improvement to Sarasota Bay was the draw, the focus was on Phillippi Creek, a still-troubled waterway that has seen a 60 percent reduction in nitrogen pollution since 1988.
"There will be a lot of interest in what people have done here and how it worked to restore these water bodies," Stoner said.
Stoner toured several recently completed projects in the Phillippi Creek watershed that aim to improve water quality further. The creek still struggles with high levels of fecal bacteria and other types of pollution.
Phillippi Creek accounts for about a third of all the pollution that enters Sarasota Bay.
It drains a 55-square-mile watershed that stretches east of Interstate 75 and north and south from University Parkway to Clark Road. Most of the watershed is paved, with busy four-lane roads that connect to culverts and pipes leading directly to the creek.
No stretch of Phillippi Creek remains in its natural state, due to ditching and seawalls. But projects such as the Celery Fields in the eastern part of the watershed, roadway improvements along Honore Avenue that trap storm water and ongoing efforts to convert thousands of homes from septic to sewer are expected to offset some of the historic damage.
Originally, Phillippi Creek began at about Beneva Road and a sawgrass prairie, similar to the Everglades, sat in the place of today's Celery Fields.
The sawgrass prairie was turned into a celery farm. Roads and home were built. Ditches and canals were dug for flood control and Phillippi Creek's watershed expanded.
Now the creek carries vast amounts of runoff to Roberts Bay, a tiny sliver of an estuary on the east side of Siesta Key.
Although the creek has its problems, it is better off today than it was in the 1980s, said Mark Alderson, executive director of the Sarasota Bay Estuary Program. The water is cleaner and much more clear, he said.
One of the biggest improvements came from making thousands of homeowners connect to county sewer. The county program, started in 2002, aims to take 15,000 septic systems offline. The goal is nearly 50 percent complete, said Greg Rouse, design manager for Sarasota County Public Works.
Along Honore Avenue, the county originally wanted to build another four-lane road similar to Bee Ridge or Fruitville, but residents protested.
The county came up with an alternative plan to keep the road two lanes, but improve traffic flow with traffic circles.
Part of the project included drainage ponds that slowly capture, clean and release water to Phillippi Creek. The new design also saved trees, keeping an attractive road canopy. Further, the change saved about $3.5 million.
Stoner said the Honore project, in particular, impressed her.
"Finding out how to fit the transportation needs in with the ecosystem, that's something that has applicability everywhere," Stoner said.
At the top of the watershed, the county bought the celery farm and turned it into two enormous pools to create fresh water wetlands, close to what existed there hundreds of years ago. The wetlands prevent flooding in Colonial Oaks and clean water before it reaches the creek. It has also become a major attraction for birds and bird watchers.
Stoner said the EPA is interested in the county's projects because they provide multiple benefits, something that will become a bigger consideration for funding decisions in the future.
"The funding is likely to be very tight, even tighter over the years," Stoner said.


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The Horror Story Called Life Can Have a Happy Ending
Change Your Mindset, Change Your World
There might be a light at the end of that tunnel which isn t an oncoming train.
While this book has laid out the case for how destructive our world has become, it s worth reviewing again the simple observation:
Overall, good wins out over bad, given enough time.
And that has happened consistently over our various histories (regardless of how they ve been re-written.)
The 5 percent keep winning in spite of the world around them.
You d think that was impossible after all we ve gone over.
But look at this carefully, again.
Who builds the businesses which keep the 95% in their jobs – the 5%.
Who organizes people to be taxed in order to provide the savings so that they can be taken care of in their retirement years? The 5%. (No we won t go into how the politicians in governments are constantly working to weaken that system. The broad results are that somehow, some way, people are cared for and have their safety net.)
The trick to our believing is that for every bad use of a belief, there is also a good use. The same mind we use to destroy things works even better when it s used to create.
Not too surprisingly, there is an observed phenomenon very similar to sports successes, where a person who creates a new artwork or writes a book or fixes a machine. When they are creating, they feel good (or at least, better.)
And there are also people who have restored their own health by praying and meditating constantly for other's improved health.
The power of belief is a remarkable thing.
It s based on your choices and your practices.
Whatever you want can come true if you believe in it, and yourself, enough.
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Being a busy mom it is often hard to commit to a rigid training/fitness plan. Lately, I have been doing the Best Body Bootcamp workout plan and it is great because basically it's five workouts per week and right now that's what works for me. I decided to start with a modified version of beginner plan, I added a third round for my strength training, and the cardio part follows what I was planning for my race training. Although I am (attempting) to follow a plan right now I have made sure there is some flexibility and I have also created some mini running goals for myself.
Goal One: Get out and run. Basic right? Often it's easier said than done. I can come up with a million excuses not to run so my first mini goal is to stop making excuses and get out even if it's just for 15 minutes. Tip: Set yourself up for success by setting out your running gear the night before and make sure to carve out time to run in your day even if it is only 15 minutes.
Goal Two: Run three days per week. I'd like to run four but there have been weeks lately that I have only been out twice or even once, so this month my goal is three times per week. On my runs I have been focusing on two 20-40 minute runs per week and one mileage run, anywhere from 3-6 miles. Did you know? Three workouts per week is the minimum you need to maintain your fitness.
Goal Three: This is my goal for the entire month. My goal for this month it is to run before 9am at least 50% of the time. Other monthly goal ideas: Run specific number of miles or distance, try a new running route, sign up for a race, find a running buddy (and run with them) or go to a group run.
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It is hard to believe, but spring is right around the corner and the Piney Hills Louisiana Master Gardeners will host their annual garden tour, Trails & Trellises for the ninth consecutive year. Four lovely gardens will be available to enjoy as well as vendors, a plant sale, and artists in the garden. The date for the Trails & Trellises Garden Tour will be April 26, 2014 from 9 AM until PM.
The tour this year will feature gardens of Denton and Dr. Savanna Culpepper, Mike and Whitney Harper, Master Gardener Evalyn Cabell and husband, Ben and the Piney Hills Louisiana Master Gardener Teaching Garden located at the Webster Parish Extension Office.
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New Year's Eve: The Day the Zune Stood Still
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On the last day of the year, when many people are barely working, if at all, Microsoft found itself scrambling to deal with an issue that has left a large number of its 30GB Zune media players unusable.
Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT) identified the problem as an error in Zune's handling of the last day of a leap year, like 2008. According to the Zune support page, the problem "should remedy itself" over the next 24 hours as the time flips to Jan. 1. The bug is in the internal clock driver, which was expecting 365 days instead of 366.
That may have come as some relief for the scores of affected Zune users, for whom New Year's Eve arrived with an unexpected surprise. Online boards at gadget sites like Gizmodo and Engadget lit up with reports as users' Zunes froze at exactly 12:01 on Dec. 31.
In response, Microsoft put up an alert on its Zune page confirming that the 30GB Zune was indeed experiencing this problem, but indicating that problems were tied to only the 30GB version of the device. Later, Microsoft provided the details on the error in a statement -- and gave recommendations on how to fix it.
"By tomorrow, you should allow the battery to fully run out of power before the unit can restart successfully, then simply ensure that your device is recharged, then turn it back on," the company said in a statement sent to media outlets. "If you're a Zune Pass subscriber, you may need to sync your device with your PC to refresh the rights to the subscription content you have downloaded to your device."
It's the latest frustration for what debuted two years ago as latest in the line of would-be "iPod killers." Despite a high-profile launch for the Zune in November 2006, it has yet to live up to that billing.
As of May 2008, Microsoft said it had sold two million units. The iPod has surpassed the 100 million mark. Much of Zune's gains have come at the expense of other iPod competitors, making it a distant No. 2 player.
One factor working in Microsoft's favor in today's glitch is that the damage may be somewhat limited. The 30GB Zune had not been on the market long before being replaced with an 80GB and flash-based player, according to Matt Rosoff, an analyst with Directions on Microsoft.
While Rosoff said the problem is small in scope, it's a headache for a struggling brand.
"This isn't Windows or SQL Server that's affecting tens of millions of people or is business-critical, but for people who are Microsoft loyalists and wanted something different, this is going to be an annoyance," he told InternetNews.com.
"Everybody likes to pick on Microsoft when something goes wrong, and having this happen a week before CES [the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas] is not a good time," he added. "If there was a place they'd like to talk about it, it would be at the show, and this will likely come to people's minds."


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What To Get For the Wii U Owner In Your Life
Are you trying to seek out the perfect gift for that special someone who owns a Wii U? Knowing what to give someone can be tricky, but we're on hand to run down the top Wii U presents.
Let the hunt for that gift be over; look no further than our handy guide below, conveniently separated out into price. However, bear in mind that the listed prices are just the MSRP – you might be able to find them even cheaper!
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Wii Wheel for Mario Kart 8 ($9.99)
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That's where the Wii Wheel comes in. Your Wiimote slots into the front of the wheel and you grip the sides, just as if you were really driving. Turning the wheel to each side will replicate the movement on screen, thanks to the controller's built-in motion senses.
Wii U Rainbow Stylus Pack ($9.99)
Sure, the Wii U GamePad comes with a stylus, but it's just plain white/black! And it's so small that it's bound to go missing eventually! As such, it's time to spice up your gift recipient's life and give them back up with a pack of colourful styluses.
Not only do these bring some colour to the console, but they're also made by the exact manufacturer of the official styluses that come bundled with the Wii U. These won't damage your screen and they'll slot snugly into the GamePad slot.
Also, they'll work great on the 3DS, meaning this gift is extra great for the double Nintendo console owner.
Under $20
GamePad and Remote Decorate Skin – New Super Mario Bros U Version ($12.99)
Want to go even more out there than coloured stylus? Try this GamePad and Remote Decorate Skin pack, which allows you to kit our your Wii U controllers with awesomely bright New Super Mario Bros. U artwork.
The pack also includes four skins for Wii Remotes, featuring Mario, Luigi and the Toads. Perfect for adding the funky factor to your controllers, but also for quickly distinguishing between them. For a Mario fan, this present is sure to be loved.
Additionally, not only does the set include the controller skins, but there's also a screen protector The Best Way To Apply a Screen Protector To Your Phone Or Tablet Have you ever seen someone's phone with a giant bubble in the middle between the screen protector and the screen? Perhaps you've been that person or are trying not to be that person. Whether you... Read More included to protect the LCD display from scratches and wear that might occur, especially if young ones get their hands on the controller.
amiibo ($12.99)
Following on from the huge successes of the Skylanders series, Nintendo has now followed suit with their own figurines to collect. They're being released in batches, but choices such as Samus and Kirby are available for immediate purchase.
These figurines do more than just look snazzy, however. They can also be placed on the Wii U GamePad, which will scan the amiibo. This has a different result depending on the game. For example, Smash Bros players can build up statistics for their fighters, while Mario Kart fans can receive a character-specific Mii costume for their racers.
The amiibos are being rolled out and their compatibility with games is set to increase, too. Not only do the amiibos look good, but they have actual functionality too, making them an excellent gift that goes beyond something that's cool to show on the shelf.
Wii U GamePad Stand ($19.99)
While this comes with the Deluxe edition of the Wii U console, those who opted for the Basic wouldn't have got it in the box. Which is a shame, because not only does this stand hold the GamePad in its sleek design, it also charges it too.
One feature of the GamePad is that the screen will turn on and display important messages. However, if the GamePad is just lying flat or tucked away somewhere then it can be tricky to see these messages. Handily, this stand resolves the issue, displaying the controller in all its glory.
Under $30
Wired Fight Pad Controller ($24.99)
While it is possible to buy Gamecube controllers and an adapter for the Wii U system, a more cost effective idea might be these Wired Fight Pad controllers. Inspired by the Gamecube, these plug into a Wii Remote and offers that more traditional experience.
These come in fun designs, being inspired by Mario and his gang, and will be especially great paired with a copy of Super Smash Bros From N64 To Wii U: The Story Of Nintendo's Super Smash Bros. An enormous community has grown around these games, and they faced both good times and bad since the original Smash was released. Let's take a look at the story behind this beautiful game. Read More .
Wii U Microphone ($24.99)
While the Wii U GamePad does have a built-in microphone, there's nothing quite like holding the actual thing in your hand to blast out tunes at the top of your lungs. While this microphone will function for other voice activities on the Wii U, singing is where it shines.
Wii Karaoke U comes preinstalled on Wii consoles, which is an excellent party game. If you're looking for a gift for someone who thinks they can hold a tune (whether they actually can or not is a different matter) or would get a kick out of hosting karaoke nights, this is the gift for them.
amiibo Travel Case ($29.99)
This gift will be suitable for someone who is often traveling and plans to take their vast collection of amiibos with them. That may not be many people at the moment, but amiibos are still young and it's likely that there are those who will desire to catch 'em all.
Of course, this bag doesn't just have to handle the Nintendo figurines. Look past the amiibo branding on the front and this can store anything you want. It's a spacious carrier and has a handy shoulder strap that makes it perfect for any journey.
Under $40
Wii Remote Plus – Mario Themed ($39.99)
While the Wii U comes bundled with controllers, they're either going to be white or black depending on your console package. That's why these colourful, Mario-themed Wii Remote Plus controllers offer a much more interesting alternative.
These colourful Remote Plus controllers are available in red (Mario), green (Luigi), pink (Peach) and white/green (Yoshi). Sure, you could also grab another white or black one, but add some flavour to your recipient's console by opting for the more interesting choice.
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Wii Party U ($39.99)
Mini game collections may not be for everyone, but if you know someone who likes hosting a party that's complimented with games then Wii Party U could be the gift for them. Perfect for all ages, this package includes around 80 games that make clever use of the GamePad's capabilities.
Whether it's brawling in space, fending from ghosts or bobsleighing, this collection of mini games has something that everyone is going to enjoy. If you're looking to gift the definitive collection of party games for a Wii U owner, this is the one to go for.
Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker ($39.99)
Toad has long been present in the Mario universe, but it's only until now that he has the chance to shine in his own game. While Captain Toad might not have any super powers, the only thing he needs is his wits. The aim? Collect the stars and secrets hidden throughout each level.
That might sound like a simple premise, but this is a Nintendo game after all. Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker brings the typical Nintendo charm that we've come to expect from their titles, offering much more depth than it might initially appear.
Under $50
Wii U Pro Controller ($49.99)
Nintendo are known for their quirky controllers 15 Awesome Custom-Painted Nintendo Consoles and Controllers If you're a classic gaming console collector, this will probably excite you. Unless of course, you're a purist. DeviantART member Zoki64 takes old SNES, Nintendo 64 and other Nintendo consoles and completely transforms them into... Read More , but that may not always be everyone's cup of tea. For some games it can be better to hold a more traditional controller. That's where the Wii U Pro Controller comes in.
The Pro offering from Nintendo is compatible with the vast majority of games available for the Wii U. Offering two analogue sticks, a d-pad and triggers, those players who are more used to other consoles will be right at home here.
Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze ($49.99)
Donkey Kong (and family) are back in Tropical Freeze, a side-scrolling platformer which sees the hairy primates traversing across various islands in order to defeat the Snowmads (a group of Arctic animals who have invaded Donkey Kong's island).
This series is known for offering a steep challenge and Tropical Freeze is no different. While it's easier to get to the end of a level, the real trick comes in managing to pick up all the collectibles scattered throughout the world. Those who like difficulty in their platformers would be well at home being gifted this.
This is the first Donkey Kong Country game to be released in high definition and it's well worth the wait. The visuals are crisp and bright, complimenting the imaginative level designs. Not only that, but Tropical Freeze has some genuinely awesome boss fights, which isn't always the case in platformers.
The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker HD ($49.99)
What better gift is there than one of the best Nintendo games remastered for the Wii U? Although originally released back in 2002, you wouldn't be able to tell from this version thanks to the stunning new 1080p visuals, making Link and his world look better than ever.
Not only has it had a facelift, but the gameplay has also been tweaked and improved to make it less boring in places. Wind Waker HD will be loved not only by those who played the original when it first came out, but also by those who have yet to experience the wonder and joy it gives.
Under $60
Super Smash Bros. for Wii U ($59.99)
Rather than unleash family frustrations through shouting and upturned Monopoly boards, gift the latest Smash Bros. game and let the fighting run amok in Nintendo's hugely popular fast-paced, cross-franchise brawler.
Featuring an all-star cast of characters, like Mario, Link and Star Fox, the latest instalment in the franchise allows up to eight people to battle it out on a huge variety of different stages. This is the only game where you can pit Pikachu against Sonic on a Duck Hunt battleground.
Mario Kart 8 ($59.99)
The Mario Kart series has been going for a long time now, but the newest holds its head high as one of the best in the franchise. After filling up on turkey, stuffing and veg this holiday season, this would make the perfect game for family and friends to settle down with and have some awesome fun.
Mario, Yoshi, Donkey Kong and the whole gang are here, ready to zoom around a great array of different tracks in their customisable karts. This gift will have your recipient laughing and cursing; as they perfectly time their banana skin drop and get smashed out the way by Bullet Bill respectively.
The game is also being expanded with paid DLC 3 Of The Most Ridiculous Video Game Expansions Ever Expansions and DLC are normally just more of the same. It's rare that the developers make dramatic changes to the original game. When they do though, the results can be spectacular. Read More , adding in the option of playing as characters such as Link or Animal Crossing's Villager. Not only that, but the packs also include brand new courses and karts for even more karting excitement! This is a gift that will last well into the future.
Super Mario 3D World ($59.99)
Nintendo never disappoints with its games and Super Mario 3D World is a testament to that. There's never a wrong time to connect with the inner-child in us all, the innocence of youth, and this is the prime game to bring that out. It's Mario in a cat suit!
While there's certainly nothing new about a Mario platformer, 3D world perfects the formula and makes it feel fresh all over again. It's part free-roamer, part side-scroller and is universally praised for its gorgeous aesthetic and inventive level design.
What Will You Gift?
There's a whole lot of fun to be had with the Wii U and the gift suggestions above are really just the tip of the iceberg.
There's also so much more on the way, like the new Star Fox and Zelda games in 2015, meaning that the entertainment will continue to come from Nintendo.
Who will you be treating to a Wii U gift? Will it be any of our suggestions or do you have your own to add to the list?
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HERE'S THE PITCH: The modern world is distancing itself from nature, and it's up to surfers to reconnect our delinquent society with wholesome mother Earth.
HOLLYWOOD CONNECTION: Me, Myself and Irene. Although none of Rhode Island's finest surfers in Pay Your Way have advanced delusionary schizophrenia, they go mental in Rhode Island, Costa Rica and other places.
BEST ACTOR: Aaron Cormican. The reigning SMAS champ busts a huge Gorkin Flip on a waist high mush burger.
SUPPORTING CAST: Justin Casey, Frank Walsh, Brian Burns, Freddy James, Carl Detter, Brad Hersch, Sam Hammer, Mike Parson and Mark Healy.
THUMBS DOWN: Way too much filler footage. Whether it be chunky chicks bending over, an Apache helicopter or a lousy spear fisherman, there is a plethora of wasted film.
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Always wondering what to do with those left over green peppers in those mixed bags? So did we… until now.
We have found it fairly rare to find a mid week achievable dish from Tom Kerridge, but his 'Best Ever Dishes' book has got off to a good start. Although to be fair we swapped it to Saturday when we realised you need to marinade the chicken for 2 hours…
The salsa is the best part of this meal (in my opinion). It's a really great way to use up those green peppers without forcing yourself to like it! I think it would be really nice with white fish too.
My housemates liked the lemon dressing but I think the honey spoilt it for me. To be honest- I actually quite hate honey! But I am always open to trying things with it in as it's a great natural sweetener. Trouble is… I can only like it when I can't taste it!
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Our sauce experience began with the garlic. One child wondered if garlic only came "white like that". Another child shared, "No, I don't think so." I shared I had something in my fridge that might help and the next day I brought in my container of minced garlic. A reader in my room read the word garlic right away. We opened up the container and smelled it and a child said, "Yup! That is the smell of garlic. Yum!" We then compared the difference between the minced garlic in my container and the actual garlic.
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- "flaky" about the garlic clove
- "cold" about the minced garlic
We even tried it. After some children reported the clove of garlic was hot another child shared, "The other garlic is in water. Water makes things not hot. Like a fire." I posed the question, "Will the pizza be hot if the garlic is hot?" The same child who shared that the pizza crust will not be sweet because there is not enough sugar shared again, (Click here for the post about Pizza Dough)"No. We are not putting TONS of garlic in."
After we investigated each ingredient, we created another list of items to try and then we tried them! The children voted for the items they liked the best. We then created the sauce and tried it again. To the children's surprise, the sauce was not hot. "It was just right! Like in the three little bears!"


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President Obama on Friday called out Turkish President Recep Erdogan, saying his policies toward journalists have been "troubling." During a press conference following the Nuclear Security Summit, Obama was asked if he believed Erdogan is an authoritarian. "I have expressed this to him directly so it's no secret, that there are some trends within Turkey that I have been troubled with," Obama said. "I am a strong believer in freedom of the press. I'm a strong believer in freedom of religion. I'm a strong believer in rule of law and democracy," he continued. Wait a minute didn't you just invite Erdogan to Washington DC this past week? His security team when in Washinton DC was seen violently harassing the media this week. For the simple fact that you did not speak out against Erdogan's security team, and for how they handled American media trying to question Erdogan. Only goes to show America you really don't care about freedom of the press. Your department of Justice head Loretta Lynch even stated that there is a possibility of anyone who debunks climate change could be arrested for denying it. Doesn't arresting climate change deniers go against someones views and opinions? In your gun control town hall you even hinted at people who write articles about your gun control agenda with CNN being a gun confiscation as a major conspiracy. In your second term as president mainly you have gone after news media that has vastly spoke out against your agendas. Your only for freedom of the press when that press goes along with your agenda. Your DOJ speaking of the possibility of prosecuting climate change deniers only proves this.
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Dr. Justin P. Coffey is an Associate Professor of History at Quincy University in Illinois.
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On March 15 the Washington Post published an op-ed by retired U.S. District Court Judge James Robertson. In the article Robertson laments the role he played in helping defeat Robert Bork's nomination to the United States Supreme Court. Robertson writes "I regret my part in what I now regard as a terrible political mistake. While the nation did wind up with a much more acceptable choice the treatment of Bork touched off a Thirty Years' War on judicial appointments."
Robertson should be commended for apologizing for his role in the smear campaign against Bork. Robertson, however, is wrong about the judicial war over Supreme Court nominees. "Borking" did not actually begin in 1987 when Ronald Reagan selected Bork for the Court, instead, it started in when Richard Nixon picked Clement F. Haynsworth Jr. to fill a Supreme Court vacancy. Haynsworth's nomination sparked a battle that ended with the Senate rejecting his confirmation. His defeat had nothing to do with his qualifications for the nation's highest court. Instead, the senate's rejection was the result of a coordinated campaign to besmirch him, with his opponents employing methods that have become standard operating procedure for the Left.
As Senate Democrats prepare to go to war to block Neil Gorusch's nomination to the Supreme Court, it is instructive to see how (unfortunately) successful the Left has been. Beginning in the Nixon administration, when the Senate rejected two of Richard Nixon's appointees, the Democrats and their left-wing allies have resorted to using dishonest and underhanded tactics in an effort to block conservatives from serving on the Supreme Court. With the Supreme Court currently being deadlocked in 4-4 split, Gorusch's vote on the Court would determine policy on the key issues facing the country. Given the momentous implications of a Gorusch confirmation, the Left will stop at nothing to block him. History shows they could succeed.
Their efforts began nearly five decades ago. During the 1968 presidential campaign, Richard Nixon had pledged that his appointments to the Supreme Court would take the Court in a different direction. Many Americans were upset with the Warren Court because of its judicial activism and Nixon pledged that he would nominate "strict constructionists." His first nominee to the Court was Warren Burger, whom Nixon named to replace Chief Justice Earl Warren. Somewhat surprisingly, given that Burger was replacing Warren as the Chief Justice, the nomination ran into very few hurdles and the Senate voted 74-3 to confirm Burger.
The Haynsworth choice started the judicial wars. The tactics his opponents used were just as scurrilous as those that would be employed against Bork. Even his critics could not question his qualifications. A graduate of Harvard Law School, Haynsworth practiced law in his native South Carolina before being appointed to the federal bench in 1957; in 1964 he was named Chief Judge of the 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals. He had a distinguished record on the court and his decisions were commended for their clarity and thoughtfulness. Nixon's nomination drew praise from many quarters. Lawrence Walsh, representing the American Bar Association's Standing Committee on the Federal Judiciary, announced that the committee supported the nomination.
Because there was no use denying his credentials, Haynsworth's opponents launched an ad hominin attack. The first line of attack against Haynsworth was dredging up an old conflict-of-interest charge against him. While he was serving on the Fourth Circuit, Haynsworth heard a case involving a company in which he owned stock and the court issued a ruling that benefitted the company. When questions arose about his role in the case, Haynsworth himself requested an investigation. The Justice Department formally looked into the matter and Attorney General Robert F. Kennedy wrote that charges of impropriety against Haynsworth were "without foundation." Kennedy said he had "complete confidence in Judge Haynsworth."
Most Senate Democrats ignored RFK's opinion and used the conflict-of-interest charge against Haynsworth as a reason to vote against him, including Bobby Kennedy's younger brother, Senator Edward Kennedy of Massachusetts. Haynsworth's critics charged that he was not just unethical but racist. During his time on the 4th Circuit Court he had made several rulings that upheld segregation laws, particularly in public schools cases. Haynsworth did not deny making the rulings but when asked at his confirmation hearings if he had changed his mind regarding segregation, he replied "Haven't we all?" Haynsworth's decisions were wrong but he was no racist. His enemies successfully portrayed him as one, though.
The attacks against Haynsworth worked. On November 21, 1969, the Senate voted 55-45 to reject the nomination. In his memoirs Nixon described his meeting with Haynsworth following the vote. He described Haynsworth as "a quiet, refined, and extraordinarily kind man." Later that night Nixon wrote: "Haynsworth was the victim of forces he probably did not understand."
Nixon was right about that. A coordinated effort on the part of liberal organizations defeated Nixon's choice. Haynsworth was not unethical, nor was he a bigot. The true reason he failed to win confirmation was because of his ideology. Liberals feared his strict constructionism and decided that destroying him personally justified the end of keeping him off the Supreme Court. The same thing happened with Robert Bork. Then the Left went after Clarence Thomas.
Judge Haynsworth served on the 4th Circuit until his retirement in 1981. By the time he retired, many recognized how unfairly he had been treated. In 1983, the federal building in Greenville, South Carolina was renamed in his honor. One of the speakers at the ceremony was Supreme Court Justice Lewis F. Powell Jr., who said the Senate's rejection was "purely political" and that an "injustice was done" by the vote. Unfortunately, the shameful way Haynsworth was treated would be repeated over and over again.
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Clover CreedCommunity, Perseverence, Honor, Scholarship
These are the values we seek to to demonstrate everyday.
Washington Report Cards Available
Washington State report cards provide school data at the state, school district and school building level. The report cards may be downloaded from the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction website here or by contacting the school at the number listed above.
Parent Survey
A summary of our school's overall results from the Center for Educational Effectiveness's (CEE) 2017 parent survey can be found here. For complete results of the CEE parent survey, please contact the main office.
District Mission
The mission of Clover Park School District is to teach each child what he or she needs to know to succeed and contribute to the community.
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Student, Parent and Community Involvement
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- Will meet the state required participation rate of 95%.
- Will be citizenship, career, and college (education after high school) ready as measured by increasing the extended graduation rate by 2% annually–from 85% to 87% in 2018.
- By June 2018, CPHS students who participate in the writing and reading Smarter Balanced Assessment will have 50% reduction in the gap between school scores and state average scores.
- By June 2018, the climate at CPHS will be improved by raising the level of mutual respect, trust and pride for all stakeholders through the utilization of Safe and Civil Schools best practices as measured by the Center for Educational Excellence climate surveys.
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Facility Use
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Basic/Voc Ed - $6,833,897
Title 1/LAP - 258,922
Other allocations - 33,644
Total budget - 8,252,941
District average per-pupil expenditure in 15-16.................................. 14,950.00


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Have you been involved in a natural disaster?
It is common to need support after being in or witnessing an event that may be traumatic, as everyone will be affected differently. It's important to find the right level or type of support for you. The type of support you may need can change as time passes.
The following covers information about what might be helpful during the days and weeks following a natural disaster; what's known as the response phase. It then covers what might be helpful during the months and maybe even years following a natural disaster; what's known as the recovery phase.
It can help to talk with a trusted adult about getting the right sort of help if it all feels a bit much.
- Do things that make you feel physically and emotionally safe, and be with those who are helpful to your wellbeing
- Engage in activities that promote a sense of calm and feeling grounded (use of alcohol and other drugs can be counterproductive with this). Look for ways to include some routine and re-engage with pre-exposure activities as much as possible (e.g., playing games or sports, hobbies, etc. )
- Find ways to connect with others, especially those who help you feel OK
- Explore ways to get involved with repair and recovery of your community, and family and friends. This can help foster a sense of hope which is important to recovery
- Be mindful of exposure to traumatic information through stories, traditional and social media. It can be helpful to take a break from the 24-hour news cycle.
(Hobfoll et al, 2007) [1]
It is important to keep up any regular routines or activities. This could be daily activities, like attending school or uni, a job, sports or catching up with friends. It could be something as simple as planning your day and trying to stick to that.
It's OK to start small
It's normal to feel like you want to get involved in the recovery process. You might like to look for ways you can contribute to your local community to help yourself and others to rebuild. It's also OK if this doesn't feel right just yet.
Our tips for a healthy headspace demonstrate things that can help people to create and maintain a healthy headspace, irrespective of whether they have experienced a natural disaster.
Common reactions to a natural disaster
Natural disasters can be hard to cope with. People can respond in very different ways which also change over time.
People who experience traumatic events are often able to recover, and do not experience ongoing difficulties, by using their strengths and resources, as well as the informal supports of family, friends and the broader community. Some people may need to access professional support to navigate these challenges. It can be hard to know when it's time to seek professional support. Commonly, it's when someone has been experiencing difficulties for longer than a couple of months after an event, and is having an ongoing impact on the way they want to live their lives.
Fear and anxiety
Following a natural disaster you might experience fear and anxiety. It's common to worry that the disaster, whether a flood, bushfire or cyclone, could happen again, or to find that you're not feeling safe.
Grief and loss
There is no 'right' way to grieve for loved ones who have died or other major losses. It's very personal, very individual, and it's very much OK to grieve.
Anger and confusion
It can be difficult to understand a natural disaster because the damage seems so unfair, and there's usually no one to blame. This can make you feel frustrated, angry and confused.
Sadness and emptiness
You might be sad about losing family members or friends, and perhaps your home and precious possessions. If you've been asked to stay away from your home, if your friends are still away, or if your neighbourhood is badly damaged, feelings of sadness can turn to feelings of emptiness.
When bad things have happened, some people might prefer not to think about them at all. This might be a help to start with, but our feelings can catch us by surprise later on. It's OK to distract yourself, but also find some time to think about what has happened and how you're going.
You might feel guilty after a natural disaster. It might be about something that you did or didn't do at the time, or you might just feel bad about yourself. Sometimes you may feel guilty as people experienced loss or harm that you didn't.
Shock makes you slow down. It's a common way our bodies react to keep us safe in the first few days after a disaster and feelings of shock may come and go over a few weeks. You might feel numb or out of yourself.
Other challenges
Other areas of life can also be impacted. This might include; relationships with others, wanting to be alone, sleep, appetite, and possibly alcohol or other drug use.
These can be normal reactions and natural coping responses. However, they are associated with increased likelihood of experiencing ongoing difficulties. As a result it is helpful to try to address these early, to prevent them from becoming ongoing issues. If they're starting to impact on your life, reach out to family and friends, or to a headspace centre, for more support.
Ask our experts
How to look after yourself during a tough time?
Our headspace clinicians have plenty of experience helping young people deal with difficult emotions. After a traumatic event it is even more important than usual to make sure you focus on your nutrition, sleep and exercise. Alongside this, they also suggest:
- Having a routine. When everything feels 'a little out of control', a regular routine can help you manage things and make life seem more organised
- Allowing yourself some 'worry time'. If you're constantly worrying about or replaying the stressful event, then set aside some time to worry each day. At other times, remind yourself to leave these thoughts until later
- Setting some realistic goals. You could break large goals down into small achievable steps. This will let you prove to yourself that you have the skills and strength to recover, and feel good about yourself.
- Reducing alcohol and other drug use. Alcohol and other drugs can mask your feelings, but sometimes make your feelings stronger so that you're less able to manage.
- Using your strengths and surrounding yourself with support. Everyone has strengths, and you can draw on yours. Surround yourself with people who are reassuring and comforting, and who allow you to be yourself.
When should I get help?
If you ever feel unable to cope because of overwhelming or intense emotions, or if you have any thoughts of harming yourself, then ask for help immediately.
Very strong emotions normally start to settle by about six weeks after the disaster. If you still have trouble with your emotions or with your usual daily activities after this time, then think about getting some professional help.
National 24/7 crisis services
Lifeline: 13 43 57 (13 HELP) or lifeline.org.au
Suicide Call Back Service: 1300 659 467 or suicidecallbackservice.org.au
beyondblue: 1300 224 636 or beyondblue.org.au
Additional youth support services
headspace: visit headspace.org.au to find your nearest centre or call eheadspace on 1800 650 890
Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800 or kidshelpline.com.au
ReachOut: reachout.com
SANE Australia: 1800 187 263 or sane.org
Talk with a trusted adult, such as a parent, teacher, school counsellor or find out if there is a headspace centre near you.
Speak to your local doctor or General Practitioner (GP) and help make a plan for your recovery. Or you can search for a health service and GP on healthdirect.
For more information, to find your nearest headspace centre or for online and telephone support, visit eheadspace.
The headspace Clinical Reference Group oversee and approve clinical resources made available on this website.
Last reviewed 15 January 2020
[1] https://www.researchgate.net/publication/5668133_Five_Essential_Elements_of_Immediate_and_Mid-Term_Mass_Trauma_Intervention_Empirical_Evidence