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The Art of Handcrafted Furniture
We, the makers and the artists, the craftsmen and the designers, for generations have sought out the Golden State as our empty canvas, our playground, our dream-come-true. I myself am a first-generation immigrant from Germany, and it strikes me how close my heart still is to my motherland, even after 24 years of living in California. Perhaps it is precisely this sentiment that has nurtured my inspiration to create artistic, handcrafted furniture throughout my career. Each and every Studio Roeper creation contains within it a piece of home. In my case, a home connected to a rich and proud history in craftsmanship, engineering and design. As F. A. Porsche puts it, "design is not simply art, it is elegance of function."
This symbiosis of cultures -the one left behind and the one sought after- acts as a metaphor to me in my work. Finding harmony and balance amongst distinct materials is my number one design objective. Speaking in wood and metal is my design language. I am not not alone in this quest to make sense of our heritage and our destination. It seems that we all experience it in a multitude of ways, best known as the experiment we like to call the American Dream. And what a journey it is!!


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Your classroom experiences in Communication Studies provide you with the ability to think critically, and give you valuable applicable skills, including presenting, writing, listening, group work, and decision-making. Internships build on that knowledge, allowing you to put what you learned into practice in an organization. Internships are where theory meets practice, practice meets real life, and your higher education meets employment.
Or as The National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) puts it:
"An internship is a form of experiential learning that integrates knowledge and theory learned in the classroom with practical application and skills development in a professional setting. Internships give students the opportunity to gain valuable applied experience and make connections in professional fields they are considering for career paths; and give employers the opportunity to guide and evaluate talent."
Students receive the real-world experience employers want while earning college credit.
Our students in Communication Studies have interned at local, regional, and national organizations. The list includes:
- Alzheimer's Association
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- Washington County Public Library
To be eligible for the CMST internship program you must:
- Be a declared Communication Studies major.
- Have a minimum overall 3.00 GPA.
- Completed 60 credit hours.
- Have completed SPCH 2330: Communication Theory, with a "C" or better.
- Completed or be enrolled in SPCH 4346: Business & Professional Communication.
- You must complete and submit an application before the deadline for the semester in which you wish to do your internship.
Steps to Applying for a Communication Studies Internship
- Complete the Internship Application and turn it in to Dr. Herrmann in CCB224
- TEN DAYS after the application deadline, contact Dr. Herrmann to see if your name is on the
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- Once approved, locate a sponsor† and arrange your internship through one of the following ways:
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- Finding an internship on your own: If you have found an organization to sponsor you but they are not listed on the board, have the company representative fill out a Sponsor Application. All organizations must be approved by the Internship Program Director. Also, certain internships are not applicable and will be rejected.
- Fill out, sign and have the Internship Contract signed by your sponsor. Contracts must be in your file by the first day of classes for the semester/session. You are encouraged to turn in your contract in before this deadline, as all contracts are subject to final approval by the internship director. If your contract contact is not approved, you will have to find a different internship.†
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The Bible ends with a poignant verse.
Come Lord Jesus, cries in a voice that resounds in the heart of every Christian.
Two thousand years ago, the conquered children of Israel looked forward to Him, even though they didn't fully understand Who He was, and they certainly misunderstood what He would do.
The prophecies of the Christ begin in Genesis when God tells the serpent He will set enmity between the serpent and the Woman, that she would crush his head, and he would strike at her heel. This was not, note, a prophecy of Eve's life, but of Mary, the New Eve whose quiet birth, unmarked as it was by the larger world, was the door opening on our salvation.
With Mary's Immaculate Conception, the primal hope of the garden before the fall reawakened in human existence. It was given back to us as a free and totally unmerited gift by God. It set the stage for the coming of His Son, the long hoped-for Messiah.
Prophecies of Jesus began at the beginning, in the Garden, and are woven throughout the many thousands of years of history that tell the tales of His family in the book we call the Old Testament. It is the story of God, raising up a people by first calling one man to leave his home and go out into the wilderness.
It began, as these things always do, with a family; in Abraham's case, a troubled and often sinful family that nevertheless trusted God. Not everything Abraham did was right, but he believed the Lord's promises, and Scripture tells us that God "reckoned that to him as righteousness."
There is a message in this for all of us. That message is simply that we need to trust God and follow Him without placing the unreachable burden of perfection on ourselves. Righteousness is found in trying to do God's will and trusting our lives and our salvation to His mercy. Whatever we lack in ourselves and our efforts, He will supply. All we need to do is trust Him and do our best.
But how does God supply the lacks? How does He reach across the unfathomable gulf between our finiteness and His infinite transcendence? He did it by doing the unthinkable, by taking on human flesh, being born of a young woman and living, suffering and dying as one of us. Jesus was foretold over and over again throughout the Old Testament, but, as Steve Jobs famously said, it's impossible to connect the dots going forward; you can only connect them looking back.
In the case of the many prophecies of Jesus the Christ, the prophecies of His second coming are intertwined with those of His first coming. The triumphant Lord of all history is foretold alongside the Suffering Servant of Calvary. Connecting those dots going forward was as confounding to the people of that day as connecting the dots of the Second Coming are to us. Theories and theology abound, and all of them are, to a great extent, educated guesses.
People of Jesus' day skipped over the Suffering Servant prophecies and misinterpreted the salvation prophecies to weave together an interpretation of a warrior king who would make the nation of Israel into the dominant world power. They tried to connect the dots going forward and came up with a political interpretation which, while it comforted them in their sufferings as a conquered people who occupied the bottom rung on a significant trade route for the Roman Empire — The trade route mattered to the Romans. The people who lived there, not so much. — was wildly inaccurate.
They took comfort in the promised messiah of their own interpreting who would place his foot on the back of the Roman neck and make the Israelites the rulers of the world. Although this inaccurate interpretation comforted them in their daily problems, it led them into the mistake of missing the real Messiah when He actually came to them.
Nothing in their grandiose imaginings came close to the lowly carpenter's son, born of a virgin in a stable and then forced to flee into exile soon afterwards. They were unprepared for parables and stories urging them to love and care for one another and talking about a Kingdom that would grow like a tiny mustard seed or the leaven in bread into something they could not fathom.
The idea that the Messiah would be executed like a common criminal and then rise from the dead only to leave the whole enterprise of Kingdom building in the hands of 12 men chosen from ordinary fishermen and tax collectors made no sense according to the false interpretation they had believed for so long.
And so the cornerstone of the new Kingdom became the stumbling block for God's chosen ones. They, the apple of God's eye, the ones from whom salvation comes, turned aside from their own salvation while the prostitutes and sinners, the rabble and riff-raff of outsiders, walked right in.
Advent is the season we set aside to consider these things. We know about the first coming of Christ. The dots are in our past, where we can see the pathway they form with clarity. We have the Church to explain these things to us, and we have 2,000 years of Christian teaching to make them clear.
So long as we confine our Advent meditations to mulling over the First Coming of Christ and think about our personal piety and our need for repentance and conversion, we are on fairly solid ground. We know what is expected of us as His followers. We know the story of God made man for our salvation.
But we are not at the end of the story. We still await the fulfillment of the prophecies. We are somewhere along the long row of dots that connect the planting of the mustard seed and the final harvest. We are, all of us, awaiting the day when He comes again.
Perhaps more to the point, we are traveling along our own road of life, journeying from birth to grave. We know — know — that our end of time is always imminent. One day our souls will be required of us, and none of us knows the day or the hour that will happen. That will be our end of time, when we go to Him, even if He has not yet returned to us.
Advent is the prophetic pot, simmering. It is a few weeks set aside for us to contemplate the mystery and the majesty of Christ coming. We have the history of His First Coming and the probably seriously misunderstood promises of His Second Coming, all intertwined with the certainty of our departing and going to Him.
We can't — any of us — connect the dots looking forward. But we don't have to. All we have to do is follow in the footsteps of Abraham, or Mary or Stephen or Priscilla or Paul or the woman with the hemorrhage or the blind man who would not deny Him and was put out of the Temple for his fealty. All we have to do is just believe Him and follow Him and trust that, even if the dots don't connect in meaningful ways for us looking forward, they will be form a pattern of salvation when we look back.
Advent is a good great time to consecrate however much of our lives we have left to His Mercy. Trust and obey the old hymn says. There is no other way to be happy in Jesus.
Truer words were never spoken.
Spend a few minutes this advent contemplating the dots going forward into your eternity as well as those going back to the Immaculate Conception and to the stable. Are we living in the End Times? Perhaps. But in truth, it doesn't much matter if we are.
Each and every one of us is living in his or her "end times" every single day. There is absolutely nothing to fear in this if you trust and obey. God's mercy, which was poured out on all humanity from the wounded side of Jesus, is greater than our weakness, stronger than our failures, more loving than all our fears.
Just put your hand in His and let Him lead you Home. There is no other way.


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Hub(s) : Vadodara
This is the largest mausoleum in the old city. It stands on a low plinth with a large dome.
How to get there
By road: Champaner is 45 km from Vadodara, accessible by bus or private vehicles. Cars can be hired in Vadodara to drive to Champaner-Pavagadh, which is the best option if you want to combine the journey with other sites like Jambughoda.


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SYDNEY—Edelman Australia has named Fern Canning (pictured) as director of its consumer practice, based in Sydney. Canning brings more than 12 years of experience working in London on global consumer marketing communications strategy for brands including several in the Procter & Gamble and Diageo portfolios.
BEIJING—Qualcomm, a leading provider of wireless technology and services, has appointed Strategic Public Relations Group to manage its ecosystem marketing in mainland China. SPRG has been brought on board to assist Qualcomm in the areas of branding, industry events management and social media support, as well as integrate the developers' resources and set up its developer community.
SINGAPORE—Waggener Edstrom has been retained by Johns Hopkins Singapore in Asia Pacific. WE Healthcare will be responsible for developing and implementing integrated public relations programs in Singapore and Indonesia to support the healthcare pioneer. The firm will deliver localized brand strategy, storytelling, digital content, influencer relations, profiling of key opinion leaders, and public education campaigns to further connect researchers, providers, and patients with JHS.
BEIJING—Bite has been appointed by AIA China, one of Asia's leading life insurance company, as consultant services agency. The firm will manage an integrated program which harnesses the power of social, PR and strategic sponsorships.
SYDNEY—The Hallway has added two new clients to its PR roster this month, after winning the competitive pitch for Australian Lychees and acquiring the Australian Mangoes account. The firm picked up the Australian Cherries business in June, and will now manage PR, social media and experiential work for all three summer fruits.


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METANANO-2016 has started in Anapa, Russia
Previously, the METANANO conference was organized every year by the staff of the The Mediterranean Institute of Fundamental Physics (MIFP), Italy. The conference's founder, MIFP's head Alexei Kavokin supported ITMO's proposal to organize the conference in Anapa after its Department of Nanophotonics and Metamaterials won a grant from Russia's Scientific Fund for conducting the conference in Russia.
"The event was organized mostly by ITMO's staff. Many speakers that are to participate in the conference are from our university, as well. Last year, the event was hosted in Cuba, this year it's in Kuban: both here and there the participants get a chance to enjoy a resort town's culture. This year - with Russia's most sunny town", - comments the head of Department of Nanophotonics and Metamaterials, the conference's chair, Pavel Belov.
The conference will go till September 9. During the conference, more than a hundred reports will be made on such topics as functional metamaterials, dielectric nanophotonics, hyperbolical metamaterials, photonic topological insulators. The scientists will also share their latest results in research of topological properties of metamaterials, research of graphene and other leading fields. All in all, more than 70 young scientists from 13 countries will participate in METANANO. The speakers will include renowned scientists such as Filippo Capolino (University of California, USA), Karsten Rokshtul (Karlsruhe Institute of Technology), Anatole Lupu (Universite Paris-Sud, France), Alexander Hanikaev (Queens College, USA), Anvar Zahidov (University of Texas at Dallas), Konstantine Simovsky (Aalto University, Finland) and many others.
A lot of reports will be about one of the most fast-developing fields - topological effects. Mario Silverinya's (from Lisbon University) report will be on a series of his works on the possibilities of realization of topological effects in continuous systems.
"We generally assume that all systems with topological effects are periodical. In them, the effective impulse can be defined within the accuracy of a particular value that is reciprocal to the structure's period. For a long time, we believed that indeterminateness of impulse is something that we can't avoid. What Mario is talking about is amazing, as working with continuous systems is much easier. Also, we're looking forward to the report of Andrei Rubzov's from Russian Quantum Center. He will talk about using superconductors and nanostructures in quantum computations. There are actually few systems that can be used for making such calculations, for instance, cold gases and diluted atoms. Creating a computer based on this technology will be fantastic. Another unusual report is that of Andrei Lavrienko from the Dutch Technological University. He spoke about the theoretical solutions of problems related to plasmonics by using a different bandwidth of light" - comments Ivan Iorsh, METANANO's co-chair.
He added that during the event, ITMO University hopes to negotiate on collaboration with Vladimir Kulakovski's team from the Institute for Solid State Physics of Russian Academy of Sciences. This might be the only team in Russia that can do experimental research on microresonators with exciton polaritons. These systems allow us to get lots of fundamental effects that were formerly possible only in cold atoms. By using them, it is possible to create new lasers and means of optical processing that will work effectively in room temperature.
Other important contacts are also to be established during the conference. That aside, METANANO-2016 will also contribute to the growth of ITMO's and Russia's other scientific establishment's international positioning.


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We are using 4 node Oracle 10GR2 RAC in Windows x64. 3 instances of our database crashed today and later started normally. I started them by connecting (Remote Desktop) to individual instances and executing startup command in sqlplus.
I can connect to database using SYS account but when I try to connect using application user account, I get following error:
An error was encountered performing the requested operation:
ORA-01033: ORACLE initialization or shutdown in progress 01033. 00000 - "ORACLE initialization or shutdown in progress" *Cause: An attempt was made to log on while Oracle is being started up or shutdown. *Action: Wait a few minutes. Then retry the operation. Vendor code 1033
Interesting thing is my instances started and database are open according to following queries.
I tried to use following command thinking that there is a mistake.
SQL> alter database open;
alter database open
ERROR at line 1:
ORA-01531: a database already open by the instance
I also tried to control RAC node statuses using following command.
srvctl status database -d DBNAME
database status command is following:
Instance DBNAME1 is running on node NODE01
Instance DBNAME2 is running on node NODE02
Instance DBNAME3 is running on node NODE03
Instance DBNAME4 is running on node NODE04
So I can connect to database using SYS account, but WHY not application user account?
Situation resolved itself in 15 minutes. I can connect to database now. But there is nothing in the alert logs about this situation. Should I check additional places to learn about real problem? Is there anything I can do in similar situation?
After a while, I understood why this is happening! Oracle executes following command which we can see in alert logs.
Some time later , We can see following line in alert.log
Completed ALTER DATABASE OPEN
Only after this line, we can connecto to database. Interesting thing is in this 4 node RAC , we need to wait for this event in all instances before database start serving.


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Who doesn't love a good scone? That's one thing I missed when I switched over to a gluten free, vegan lifestyle. There was a bakery in Austin that had the most amazing chocolate chip scones and I miss them, but now that I have a foundation for plant-based scones, the possibilities are endless! I originally found this amazing recipe on CookieandKate.com and it was so delicious looking (and easy) that I had to try it. The scones came out great! I've tweaked the recipe so that's it gluten free and vegan (original is not gluten free), added one minor ingredient, a couple of other small changes and bam! – scones that are yummy, healthy, and cruelty-free. I've made this recipe so many times – I've tried it in scone form, muffin form, and full on cake form. I have to say the scones are still my favorite.
First things first, toasting the pecans. It calls to toast them in the oven on parchment paper, but of course I never have parchment paper (sigh…) so instead I used coconut oil spray on the baking sheet and it worked perfectly. After 3 minutes, pull them out of the oven and chop them up. I don't get too focused on chopping them finely, otherwise my OCD will kick in and it will take me an hour just to chop the pecans.


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I love books. And bookstores. And, most especially, used bookstores. They are magical places where time slips away. The discoveries are many: new titles, forgotten titles, inscriptions that hold a story, volumes that simply must be mine. Books are pretty and they smell good. Used bookstores are quirky and individual. When we travel we always seek them out.
I learned of Bart's Books in Ojai, California, on some list that I can't find again. The Most Beautiful Bookstores in the World? The Most Unusual? In any case, I put it on my bucket list of bookstores and recently had the chance to visit. What an amazing place! A year-round indoor-outdoor bookstore that is well-organized and a real treasure palace. Plus? They have a cat. Extra-plus? They use the honor system after hours. It is unique in all the best ways.
Do you love books? The next time you find yourself near Santa Barbara, turn inland until you get to Ojai. Spend some time at Bart's Books. You won't regret it.
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Why are emotional appeals in advertising campaigns sometimes effective and sometimes not? How do we encourage fewer people to cycle in pedestrian areas? How do we study the effectiveness of measures to prevent tax evasion?
Many organisations and companies benefit from effectively influencing the behaviour of citizens or consumers: Public health agencies try to stimulate people to exercise regularly, advertising agencies try to increase sales of a particular product, and municipalities try to discourage littering in parks. But how can we develop a strategy that is effective in achieving these goals?
For many years intuition, experience, and creativity were decisive factors when designing interventions in human behaviour. However, this did not always lead to effective interventions. A famous example of this concerns a unique forest in the United States: a sign was put up at the entrance informing people that a lot of petrified wood had gone missing as a result of vandalism and theft. However, this intervention actually led to more of the wood being stolen (Cialdini et al., 2006). Closer to home there also are examples of well-known campaigns which are not always the most effective: a billboard with an image of Miffy proved to be more effective at increasing road safety than the "wordt geen slaaprijder" (don't be a drowsy driver) campaign.
Bearing these experiences in mind, there is an increasing need for evidence-based approaches when influencing human behaviour. An evidence-based approach entails applying scientific knowledge and a scientifically responsible method to develop more effective interventions. Recognising the value of this approach, various ministries have set up Behavioural Insights Teams to exploit insights from the behavioural sciences to design more effective interventions. And market research agencies that build on scientific knowledge about persuasion in the advertising industry are booming.
In this Master's track, students learn to apply social-psychological knowledge and scientifically responsible methods to analyse and empirically investigate the social-psychological determinants of behaviour; to develop evidence-based interventions in human behaviour, with an emphasis on behaviour with societal implications; and to develop strategies for evaluating those interventions.
Social psychology as a science aims to explain and predict human behaviour. The emphasis here is on understanding the role of the social context. Knowledge about determinants of behaviour, such as emotions, motivation, attitudes and group dynamics can, when coupled with a systematic approach to analysing and intervening in human behaviour, significantly increase the effectiveness of interventions.
During this Master's track students have the opportunity to deepen their social-psychological knowledge and hone their research skills as well as learn about systematic, critical approaches to applied problems when influencing behaviour. Students work through various case studies to learn how to apply scientific knowledge and approaches to applied behavioural influence problems.
Students learn how to analyse concrete human behaviour using social-psychological theory and how to generate valid and reliable measurements of (current) attitudes, emotions, motivation and behaviour. Students also learn, step by step, how to develop interventions and how to evaluate those interventions using intervention mapping.
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July 17 1858
Arrived. July 13, Three Bells, 602 tons, W. Rowley, from Glasgow. Passengers -
Adam T Aitken J wife 4 sons Bannerman D Bethune George Black John Braid R 2 sons and 1 daughter Brash W wife and 3 children Briss C Bryson Robert and wife Cameron James Chirnside A wife and 2 children Chishlom J Chisholm Alexander, James, Robert, and John Christie Sarah, Jessie, Robert, and Donald (?John) Clark A wife and 4 children Crocker S Cranston J and wife Crosbie J Dawson George Dewar W wife and 2 children Dickson J and 4 children Donie D wife and child Dunlop P Duncan Ann and Janet Duncan J wife and 3 sons Dunlop P Dunn James Edmond J wife and child Fairley Elizabeth, Grace, Christina and George Farquharson D.S. wife 4 children Findlay John and wife Fisher Jane and Grace Frisken J wife and 2 children Forbes Euphemia Forbes William Fowler J wife 4 sons and 3 daughters Gall J Given R Goodsman Janet, Mary and Williamina Gow T wife son and daughter Grant Elspeth Grant L Grigor Alexander, Agnes, Robert, and Jessie Hamilton A Hay Helen and Elizabeth Hay R and Ellen Henderson Andrew and wife Henderson John and wife Hendry R Hutton Peter Ingram W wife and 2 sons Jackson J and wife Johnston A wife and four children Johnston H and wife Johnston Grace Johnston H and wife (?Johnstone, H. jr.) Johnston Elizabeth, Jane and Euphemia Johnston W and wife Johnston Janet, Isabella, Margaret, John, and E.T. Johnston Keith W and wife Kerr J wife and 2 children Lamber James and Margaret Laing D. and wife Laing Helen, Andrew, Mary, David and Isabella Lochart W Macfarlane D Macintosh R McCallan J McCowan F McGowan M McGrigor Jane McInnes L wife and child McLeay J McLennan A wife and 2 daughters McLeod G McLeish D McLiskey E wife 1 son and 2 daughters McNaughton J Malloch D Milne J.W and wife Miller W wife and 3 children (?William Millar) (Archibald Muir paid �46 passage money Sept. 2 1859 to the Provincial Government of Otago) Mainland J Marshall R wife and 3 sons and 2 daughters Mitchell R Moffat W wife 2 sons and 2 daughters Morton T Mowbray W and wife Munro William Murdoch R and wife Murray J and Margaret Murray Janet Nicol Mrs(2) and 3 children Nicol J wife 3 sons and 2 daughters Nisbet Agnes Paterson J wife and 2 children Purves Isabella and James Reid Alex., Janet and Elizabeth Reid D Reid Margaret Ramage Eliza Ritchie Ann Ritchie A.J. Robertson Mrs Robertson A wife and child Robertson D wife 2 sons and 2 daughters Roger R wife 4 sons and 3 daughters Saunders W Sutherland A Swanston A wife and child Smith Jas. Smith W and wife Symon A wife 1 son and 2 daughters Telfer Isabella and Robert Thomson Catherine Trumbland J Tulloch W Watson Margaret Williamson J and wife Wilson Matthew Wintruss J Woods J Young Joan
Summary 48 married couples, 66 single males, 52 single females, 74 children under 12, and 9 infants. - 297 souls, to equal 251 statue adults.
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42 labourers
2 shepherds
17 carpenters
5 shoemakers
1 baker
4 tailors
1 bricklayer
2 streamstress
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1 coachbuilder
1 upholsterer
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2 warehousemen
2 sawyers
2 teachers
1 smith
1 clerk
Saturday July 31 1858 Otago Witness
Cleared Out. July 27, Three Bells, 603 tons, Captain Rowley, for Batavia - in ballast.
May 8 1858 page 6. Otago Witness
Mr Alexander Grigor, who has teaching with acceptance for a number of years in the Circus Place School, Edinburgh.
Hawera & Normanby Star, 8 April 1907, Page 8
DUNEDIN, April 8. Dr Robert Burns, who arrived here by the ship Three Bells in 1858, is dead. Deceased was one of the first members of the Otago University Council and was a surgeon in Dunedin for many years.
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Friday April 24th 2015
Our house consists of 2 levels. Upstairs is an open living space and kitchen, with a bathroom and mud room entry (a must for dealing with winter life in new England). Everything on the upper level is wheelchair accessible. The upper level is at street level. The lower level consists of a root cellar for preserving the harvest, utility room, bathroom and 2 bedrooms. The total conditioned living area is 1150 ft^2. The house is oriented directly south to provide passive solar gain and also optimum positioning for a rooftop solar array to provide active solar energy. The walls are double wall construction 12 inches thick with dense packed cellulose blown in to give R-42 insulation. The ceiling will have 18inches of cellulose insulation providing R-62. A small section of the 8ft*12ft section in attic above the kitchen will be a hide away office for me, accessible by a library ladder that will drop down in the kitchen/living area. The exterior style can best be described as craftsman style, the siding will be Hardiplank (a fiber cement product that looks like wood siding but is a life time product and fireproof) and the roof will be a metal roof. The two elements of the house that I agonized about most and researched and analyzed to death were the choice of heating system and the window choice, with much energy modeling to help us get as close as possible to net zero energy. I'll write more on those in another post. But for now I'll add that one part of the heating system is a soapstone masonry heater and bakeoven upstairs. The heater is from Finland and I am looking forward to baking my fermented sourdough bread on the stone hearth as well as baking pizza and roasting vegetables and meats. It looks like we will be able to be a completely fossil fuel free house.
Monday was a rain day, big heavy drops all day long. Still Rich was out at the job site painting the concrete foundation walls with a waterproof paint. Next up: backfilling the loam against the freshly dried concrete walls. On Tuesday the plumber arrived and laid the plumbing for the lower level bathroom and utility room. We have decided to also have a 4ft deep trench dug all the way from the house to the lower flat part of our lot, the garden area. We will run PVC pipe for water as well as conduit for electricity. We plan to build a utility shed/goat barn/milking parlor with lighting (wow, what a concept!) and a small instant hot water tank for milking chores. Running water to the lower garden area will allow us to water the veggies/fruits/berries, and we also plan to was and process the harvest in the shed with the running water. The trench was dug on Tuesday. Also on Tuesday, the radon abatement system went in. In much of the east coast natural radon gas is common and a concern in housing. Radon is a radioactive, colorless, odorless noble gas which occurs naturally as the decaying product of radium. Prolonged exposure to radon gas can lead to lung cancer. Here in western Massachusetts the geology favors radon. Installing a radon system in to an already existing house is difficult and costly. Consistent with building practices for most reputable builders in this area, Rich is installing a radon abatement system. Perforated pipes are laid on the earth under what will be the basement floor. These pipes are covered with aggregate and sand. 4 inches of insulating polystyrene is placed on top (completed on Tuesday). We have also had PEX tubing for future radiant heat laid on top of the 4 inches of insulating polystyrene (on Wednesday). Finally the concrete floor was poured on top (Thursday). The concrete will dry until Monday. Also this week, the ski slope section of our lot was regraded. A bulldozer and front end loader shaped a switchback, and using rocks on our property built a retaining wall. There is still some more grading to be done. This will be completed in a week when the leach field for the sewer lines is built and the septic tank is buried.
I close on a humorous note with a cute photo of Monique and a tree friend. We came across this tree face while hiking around the lot adjoining our property one night this week. Stickman (from one of our favorite children's books by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler)?


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For enthusiasts and aficionados, the Spirits of Mexico Competition held annually in San Diego is something like the Oscars and Olympics rolled into one. Now in its ninth year, the two-day blind tasting drew 113 of the best and the brightest 100% agave tequilas, sotols, bacanoras, raicillas and mezcals. Earning one of the event's coveted gold medals has given scores of deserving brands a much-needed marketing boost, in large part because of the competition's growing reputation for exceedingly high standards.
The entries were judged under strictly controlled conditions by 10 industry professionals, all of whom make their living buying, selling, producing or consulting about tequila. The Tasting Competition was co-hosted by Robert Plotkin of BarMedia and Jack Robertiello of Drinks Ink. The panel also included spirits and drinks authorities Charlotte Voisey of William Grant & Sons; Carlos Camarena, master distiller of tequilas Tapatio, El Tesoro de Don Felipe, Excellia and Ocho; Courtenay Greenleaf of Richard Sandoval's La Biblioteca; Eric Hay of Wirtz Beverage Group; Levi Walker of Young's Market; Phillip Soto Mares, president of El Duende Tequila, Inc.; Thomas 'Mac' McFarland Gregory III of Starwood Hotels, and Zack Romaya of Old Town Liquor.
"One thing that has impressed me after four years of judging at this competition is how much a particular tequila can change year to year," states Jack Robertiello, industry writer and spirits authority. "We tend to think of tequila brands as static entities. But there are many variables that affect the character of artisanal tequila. Between microclimate issues that impact the agaves while they're in the ground to the complexities of managing tequilas as they're aging in oak, it's exceedingly difficult to produce a consistent product."
Robertiello contends it's the changing nature of these spirits that makes this and other high-profile tasting events so meaningful to retailers and on-premise professionals.
Best of Show
Six brands stole the spotlight at this year's competition by racking up 16 gold medals, 11 silvers and 4 of the 5 captions for "Best of Class."
Topping the list of elite brands were two new names in 100% agave tequila. Pura Vida Tequila earned gold and tied for "Best of Class" honors for its blanco, gold medals for Pura Vida Reposado and Pura Vida Extra Añejo and a silver for their añejo. The judges were equally impressed with the Jose Cuervo portfolio of 100% agave tequilas, which earned a gold medal and tied for "Best of Class" honors for Jose Cuervo Platino, a gold medal for their Reserva de Familia Extra Añejo and a silver for Jose Cuervo Tradicional.
Recent arrival Luna Nueva 100% Agave Tequilas looks to have a brilliant future after earning gold medals for each of its three expressions. Newcomer Muerto 100% Agave Tequila also distinguished itself at the head-to-head competition. It received a gold medal and "Best of Class" honors for Muerto Reposado and a gold medal for its blanco.
The caption for "Best of Class" Añejo and a gold medal went to el Jimador 100% Agave Tequila, while the el Jimador Reposado earned silver. The gold medal and "Best of Class" caption for extra añejo went to Cava de Oro. Orendain earned gold medals for their blanco, reposado and Orendain Ollitas Blanco, while Orendain Ollitas Reposado was awarded a silver.
Don Julio earned a gold medal for its Don Julio 1942 Añejo and silver for Don Julio Reposado and Don Julio Real Extra Añejo. Milagro and Milagro Select Barrel Reserve was awarded five silver medals for their blancos, reposados and the Milagro Añejo.
Standout Performers
Several tequilas earned top marks and recognition for their achievements. Three brands finished the competition with two gold medals. Gran Dovejo 100% Agave Tequila struck gold for its blanco and añejo, plus a silver for the reposado; Apocalypto Reposado 100% Agave Tequila earned two gold medals, with one being for the "Best of Show" Packaging. Scorpion 100% Agave Mezcal captured "Best of Class" honors for its Tobala Varietal and a gold medal for its Joven.
A complete list of the results from this year's Spirits of Mexico Competition is available at www.thespiritsofmexico.com.


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Sheri Moon Zombie
Sheri Moon Zombie
Sheri Lyn Skurkis
September 26, 1970
San Jose, California, U.S.
|Other names
|Kitty Moon
Sheri Moon
|Actress, fashion designer, model, dancer
|Years active
(m. 2002)
Sheri Moon Zombie (born Sheri Lyn Skurkis; September 26, 1970)[1] is an American actress, model, dancer and fashion designer.
Early life[edit]
Moon was born on September 26, 1970, in San Jose, California, the daughter of William "Bill" Skurkis (1947-2010) and Carol A. Skurkis,[2][3] but was raised in Connecticut. She has a brother,[4] Jeffrey. She graduated from Plainville High School in Plainville, Connecticut. After graduation she moved to Los Angeles, California; however she soon found herself moving between homes in both states to attend school and seek work.[5]
Moon had aspirations to do cartoon voice-overs and took classes.[6] She briefly attended the Connecticut School of Broadcasting to become an MTV VJ,[7] but Moon found herself preoccupied going on tour with Rob Zombie. When Rob Zombie's band White Zombie disbanded and he went solo, he took Moon on as a dancer where she also choreographed routines and created costumes for the tour.
Moon has appeared in eleven of Zombie's solo music videos and an additional four previous to that when he fronted White Zombie. She most famously starred in the Cabinet of Dr. Caligari-themed music video "Living Dead Girl". Moon appeared on the cover of the single for "Living Dead Girl" (1998), Zombie's remix album American Made Music to Strip By (1999), and the cover of the single for "Demon Speeding" (2002). Aside from Zombie's work, she also appeared in Black Label Society's video for "Stillborn" and Prong's video for "Rude Awakening". In 2003, Moon co-starred in her husband's first feature film, House of 1000 Corpses, as Vera-Ellen "Baby" Firefly, but previous to that, she claims that she had never had aspirations of becoming an actress.[6] As Moon explains her character in that film, "Baby is the angelic-looking bait to get the victims."[6] Moon starred alongside genre actors Sid Haig, Bill Moseley and Karen Black. In 2004, she had a brief appearance in the Tobe Hooper film Toolbox Murders starring Angela Bettis, the only film she has been in not directed by Zombie.
Moon reprised her role as Baby Firefly in the 2005 sequel to House of 1000 Corpses, titled The Devil's Rejects. The Devil's Rejects was financially successful, recouping its roughly $7 million budget during its opening weekend, going on to earn over $16 million[8] and better received by critics than its predecessor. Critic Roger Ebert gave the film three out of a possible four stars. Ebert wrote, "If you are a hardened horror-movie fan capable of appreciating skill and wit in the service of the deliberately disgusting, 'The Devil's Rejects' may exercise a certain strange charm."[9] Moon was awarded Spike TV's Scream Awards award for "Most Vile Villain" alongside co-stars Haig, Moseley and Leslie Easterbrook for their portrayal of the Firefly family. Following that, she was awarded a Fuse/Fangoria Chainsaw Award for best duo with her co-star Moseley.
Moon designed a clothing line, Total Skull,[10] which debuted at the end of May 2006. She explains, "The phrase 'total skull' to me means awesome, rad, the best of the best."[7]
In 2007, Moon starred as Eva Krupp in a short faux trailer segment for the film Grindhouse, directed by Zombie and titled Werewolf Women of the SS. She also appeared in her husband's remake of the 1978 classic Halloween, portraying Deborah Myers, the mother of Michael Myers and Laurie Strode. At the time, it was the highest grossing overall film in the Halloween franchise.[11] Moon reprised her character in the sequel Halloween II, which was released on August 28, 2009. Moon provides the voice for the character of Suzi-X in the animated film The Haunted World of El Superbeasto, written and produced by her husband, Zombie. In 2010, she guest-starred on the series CSI: Miami in the episode "L.A.", which was directed by her husband.[12] She reprised her role in the sequel to The Devil's Rejects, 3 From Hell, which was released in September 2019 . Fathom events held a 3-day theatrical opening. It is set to appear one final time in theaters before being released on DVD and Blu-ray. Reviews for the film were mixed.
Personal life[edit]
On October 31, 2002, she married heavy metal musician and film director Rob Zombie, after almost nine years of dating, and subsequently changed her name to Sheri Moon Zombie.[13] at the Graceland Wedding Chapel. As of 2019, she resided with Zombie between a home in Los Angeles and a farm in Connecticut.[14] She is a vegan and animal rights supporter, and she houses rescue animals at her Connecticut farm.[14]
- Film
|Rob Zombie: Superbeast
|Woman Riding Motorcycle
|Rob Zombie: Living Dead Girl
|Living Dead Girl
|House of 1000 Corpses
|Baby Firefly
|as Sheri Moon
|Toolbox Murders
|Daisy Rain
|as Sheri Moon
|The Devil's Rejects
|Baby Firefly
|As Sheri Moon Zombie
|Grindhouse: Werewolf Women of the SS
|Eva Krupp
|As Sheri Moon Zombie
|Deborah Myers
|As Sheri Moon Zombie
|Halloween II
|Deborah Myers
|As Sheri Moon Zombie
|The Haunted World of El Superbeasto
|The Lords of Salem
|Heidi La Rock / Adelaide Hawthorne
|3 From Hell
|Baby Firefly
- Television
|Episode: "Slip of the Tongue"
|CSI: Miami
|Olivia Burch
|Episode: "L.A."
- ^ United States Public Records, 1970-2009 database (May 23, 2014). Sheri L Skurkis. Retrieved September 20, 2018.
- ^ "Sheri Moon Zombie". Rotten Tomatoes. Archived from the original on September 16, 2019.
- ^ "William B. Skurkis (1947-2010)". Legacy. October 12, 2010. Retrieved September 25, 2019.
- ^ Moon, Sheri. The Howard Stern Show. August 20, 2009. Accessed February 14, 2016.
- ^ "Sheri Not So Scary". Girls and Corpses Magazine. Retrieved 2007-08-27.
- ^ a b c "Zombie's Girl". Fangoria.com. Archived from the original on 2007-07-12. Retrieved 2007-08-26.
- ^ a b "Interview with Sheri Moon Zombie". sherimoonboards.com. Archived from the original on 2007-03-10. Retrieved 2007-08-26.
- ^ "The Devil's Rejects". International Movie Database. Retrieved 2007-08-26.
- ^ "The Devil's Rejects". rogerebert.com. Retrieved 2007-08-26.
- ^ Total Skull
- ^ "Box Office History for Halloween Movies". the-numbers.com. Retrieved 2007-09-05.
- ^ Rob Zombie talks about directing 'darker, spookier, scarier' episode of CBS' 'CSI: Miami'
- ^ Arnold, Thomas K. (2007-04-27). "Three Screams for these stars". USA Today. Retrieved 2007-08-27.
- ^ a b Hoffman, Barbara (September 11, 2019). "'3 From Hell' star Sheri Moon Zombie dishes on making gore look glam". New York Post. Archived from the original on September 16, 2019.


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Tim Tebow and Living for God January 31, 2012Posted by occhristiancounseling in Dr. Curtis Lehmann, Stories.
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Unless you have been living in a cave, you have probably heard about Tim Tebow, quarterback for the Denver Broncos. He has been a polarizing figure because of his forthcoming and conspicuous admission of his faith in Jesus Christ. Some have complimented his public displays of faith, while others, even Christians, have insulted and demeaned him for the same reason. Although his season has come to an end, I thought it would be fun to share what I think are some of Tim Tebow's best attributes.
- Tim plays for an Audience of One. He places the approval of God above the approval of others. When criticized for his passing ability, he has remained committed to playing the best that he is capable, rather than becoming either offended or discouraged.
- Tim uses his gifts to bring glory to God. He views his football ability as a gift from God that grants him a platform to share about the love of God. His attitude sets him apart from players who attribute their success only to their hard work or special abilities and allows him to be thankful regardless of his success on the field.
- He is committed to service. Tebow invites a child with special needs or life-threatening illness to every game and makes them feel special and valued.
- Tim invites God into his workspace. Many people leave God at church or home when they head for work, forgetting about faith and "focusing" on their work. Tebow does not separate God from his job as a football player but instead looks for ways that God is present on the football field and where he can serve Him.
Although Tim Tebow can be a controversial figure, I am sure that we can applaud him for these Godly traits and root for him, even if you are not a fan of the Broncos, to have a positive effect on the lives of others.
Intimacy in Marriage: On the Frequency of Sex January 27, 2012Posted by occhristiancounseling in Dr. Curtis Lehmann, sexuality, understanding men, understanding women.
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One question that rarely gets openly posed in marriage goes something like this: who decides how much a married couple should have sex, the husband or the wife? The question may make you blush but it certainly is an important one. Some believe that sex should rarely be withheld, that sexual relations are an essential part of the marriage relationship. Others may find that sex is an inconvenience that has gradually left the marriage.
Consider the following passage from Scripture:
The husband should fulfill his marital duty to his wife, and likewise the wife to her husband. The wife's body does not belong to her alone but also to her husband. In the same way, the husband's body does not belong to him alone but also to his wife. Do not deprive each other except by mutual consent and for a time, so that you may devote yourselves to prayer. Then come together again so that Satan will not tempt you because of your lack of self-control. I say this as a concession, not as a command. ~1 Corinthians 7:3-6
Now some might think that this passage justifies the person who believes that sex should never be withheld. The challenge is that such a stance often neglects a fundamental principle of the passage, that sex should be a gift to one another to help one another stay close to God. Sex should not be used as a weapon to control or punish the other partner, either by willfully abstaining or by coercing. Instead, intimacy in marriage ought to respect both desire and lack of desire for sex by either partner.
An attitude towards sex that actively resents the other partner for either wanting sex too often or not wanting it enough is not the attitude that Paul is advocating here. Rather, Paul is trying to promote a healthy sexuality that respects our physical and emotional desires as important, alongside our spiritual nature.
I propose a different stance toward sexuality than simply focusing on whether or not sex is being engaged in. This stance demands that we surrender our selfish perspective toward sex and consider our spouse's needs and limitations. We should treat our partners with care, taking into account their physical and emotional desires regarding sex, believing that their bodies are connected to our own and sharing in their suffering and discomfort towards sex. Sex should always be requested, never demanded. When this level of love and care is shown, sexual intimacy can begin to flourish and thrive.
Intimacy in Marriage: The Role of Sex January 24, 2012Posted by occhristiancounseling in Dr. Curtis Lehmann, sexuality.
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Some people struggle with a philosophical question: what is the role of sex in marriage? Historically, sex has been seen as simply the means for procreation and building a family. But in a modern context where contraception is used to prevent procreation, we have to ask whether sex serves another function. So the real question is, other than creating babies, does sex accomplish anything else and, if so, are these things good?
To answer the first part of the question, we simply need to pay attention to the experiences of people who have sex. The most obvious experience in sex is pleasure – sex feels good for many people. On this note, it is hard to argue that there would be anything wrong with having sex for pleasure, except in the case where the sexual experience is worshipped and given too much importance. In that extreme situation, people place sexuality before developing a deep relationship with God and pursuing growth in their character. Although we worship God with our bodies, sex does not constitute the full scope of a spiritual experience.
The second experience, sometimes less obvious, is that sex is capable of creating a bond between two people. Sex involves a shared vulnerability between two people that results in feeling connected. Particularly for women, the hormone oxytocin, also called the cuddle hormone, can be released during orgasm leading to this feeling. In the case of a non-committed relationship, a break in this bond can be incredibly painful, as if actually severing a limb, and is a major factor in why God discourages sex outside of marriage. Within a marriage, however, sex can be a protective factor in the relationship that helps two people feel close to one another even when emotionally they may feel occasionally distant.
As I see it, the role of sex in marriage is threefold: to build a family, to bring forth enjoyment, and to form a strong bond. Sex is a magnificent gift from God that we ought to enjoy!
The Romance of Dance January 22, 2012Posted by occhristiancounseling in classes, dating, Events, understanding men, understanding women.
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A note about our Dance from Mr. Fredric Judkins
A guy can't help but be a hero to his sweetie as he glides her around our Valentine's dance floor. It's essential that couples keep the fun in their friendship, and vintage dance is the perfect place!
The Victorian ballroom glows with great melodies and easy to learn dance steps. And you don't have to drop a fortune to enjoy an evening of style, and the elegance that comes with two hearts beating (and dancing) in three quarter time!
Victorian Dance Lessons | Feb 4th | 2-6 pm
casual | $15/couple online or $20 at the door
Valentine's Dance | Feb 11th | 7-11 pm
dressy | $45/couple online or $60 at the door
Victorian Dance Lessons + Valentine's Dance
$60/couple online
Introducing Our Dance Instructor . . .
Fred Judkins is gifted in many ways. His love for all things Victorian began with a passion for Gilbert & Sullivan when he was a boy. He is an accomplished Victorian dancer and teacher, and through his love for the manners, dances, and fashions of a bygone era, he hopes to promote a more genteel society today.
Hurray for Hollywood! Growing up at a time when films were fun and wholesome, Fred carries a deep and abiding love for this uniquely American art form. As a 12th-grader, he produced his own film festival at his high school. His senior English teacher sponsored him in Kodak's national film-making contest. Kodak promised that the winner could "Film Your Way to Hollywood." And that's just what Fred did!
On his way to The Big Time, Fred stopped off for two years at Biola University, where he produced Biola's first film festival – his second – Fred's Frenetic Film Festival. After graduating from San Diego State University, he ended up as a sound effects editor in the major Hollywood studios, and a member of the Editor's Guild, the Television Academy, and the international Motion Picture Sound Editors (MPSE).
Fred is now an Emmy-Winning Sound Supervisor at Technicolor Sound Services in Burbank. His sound work for movies includes Mystery Men, All the Pretty Horses, Spiderman, Ghostbusters 2, Twins, Anna Karenina, Starship Troupers, Charlie's Angels, Joni, Out of Africa, Hook, The Recuers Down Under, Jimmy Neutron, Fievel Goes West, Adventures of Huck Finn, Iron Will, and Straight Talk. And he's had the privilege to work with great talents such as Dolly Parton, Whoopi Goldberg, and Steve Martin.
Along with songwriter Eric Rainwater, Fred is the co-creator of the popular series of Christian Kid-Choir musical comedies that began with The Mission Connection, and includes Check Out That Star, The Not-So-Silent Night, The Perils of Paul, and Samson: The Day God Brought Down the House.
What Every Man Needs January 20, 2012Posted by occhristiancounseling in Dr. Debi Smith, Events, understanding men.
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A couple of years ago, my 3-year-old grandson moved to California (with his parents, of course), and he loved to go for walks around my neighborhood with me. He was always drawn to the flowers and had to stop and smell each one along the way. I told him that we mustn't pick the flowers because they belonged to my neighbors. So he would always remind me, as he admired their bright colors and imagined fragrance, that "those are your neighbor's flowers, right?"
However, the same rules didn't seem apply to the flowers at the bank or park or Carl's Jr. He'd race over and pick one as soon as he saw them, then present it to me with a gigantic smile on his little face.
"Here! This is for you, Gramma!" he'd announce with great pleasure, fully expecting my reflected joy for the gift he so proudly offered. Of course, I was always delighted. And I refrained from shaming him for picking the flower.
How often have you responded to your guy's gift with some sort of critique?
He "wasted" money on flowers. You'd rather have such-and-such. Why didn't he … [you fill in the blank].
When we do that to them very often, it makes them want to give up. To not even try anymore.
Men really don't change all that much over the years.
They still love to make us smile. When you smile, you brighten his day … and his life!
This is the third thing men need from women: Acceptance and Appreciation
You don't have to pretend that he's perfect, or that his gifts are perfect. But when you accept what he brings to your life, you are accepting him. And that's a good thing.
Note: A woman's job is to love her man and pray for him. It's God's job to make her man grow … according to His plan, not hers.
The best response is very simple: Say "thank you" with a smile on your face. You'll make his day.
Would you like to know more about the Psychology of Men?
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Encouraging Him to Be a Better Man January 17, 2012Posted by occhristiancounseling in Dr. Debi Smith.
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If you've been following me for a while, you know that I have three grown sons. They're amazing men, and I'm so proud of them all. As most moms do of their sons, I still think of them as my boys. Even typing that now brings a smile to my face … and a bazillion memories of their growing-up years.
I remember my oldest son at swim lessons the year he learned to jump off the diving board. No matter how many times he did it, he always checked to see if I was watching before he'd take the plunge. And as his head bobbed up out of the water, he again looked in my direction, waiting for my smile or, better yet, a cheer for his success.
Men don't ever change in this regard. They still want their moms' approval. But what becomes even more important to a man is his wife's approval. He desperately needs to know he has the ability to make you smile.
However, another need must be fulfilled beforehand.
He needs your attention. That means that you look at him when he speaks. And you listen with an open heart and mind to what he's saying, without adding your critique. He needs you to listen with the goal of understanding him. Nothing more. Certainly nothing less.
Women are multitaskers, but he craves and deserves our undivided attention. If we don't give him that, someone somewhere someday will. Believe it or not, that's actually how most affairs get started.
So need Number 2 is actually two needs: (a) his need for your attention and (b) his need for your approval.
One more important word on the subject …
Women are always asking me if they're just supposed to approve of everything a man does, even when he's "way off base." Here's the best and simplest answer: If you want him to be a better man, notice what he's doing well and affirm him for it. Pray about the areas where you believe he needs improvement. And if you want to give him feedback, ask him if he'd like to know how you feel about such-and-such. When he says yes, say it once in as few words as possible, then let it go.
Nagging and complaining will shut him down. What works for him? Your approval of what he's doing well will serve as his motivator to do better on other things, too.
Tomorrow, I'll tell you the third thing men need from women …
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What Do Men Need? January 16, 2012Posted by occhristiancounseling in classes, Dr. Debi Smith, emotions, Events, sexuality, understanding men.
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He who finds a wife finds what is good and receives favor from the Lord. ~ Proverbs 18:22
Men always say they are simple, and I always argue that they're not. What makes men complicated – at least in part – is that they never ask for what they need. Well, almost never.
Most men assume that women know what they need and are disappointed when we don't respond well to them. They forget we think like a girl.
Women assume that men think like women and need the same things as women. We do have similar needs, but there are some very important differences. And men think like boys. They always will.
The first thing a man needs from a woman is affection. And if he's married, he needs sex. Sex and physical affection tell a man that he is loved and wanted in ways that words could never express.
Women believe men only want "one thing." However, one of the most common complaints I hear from men is that "she never touches me anymore." They're not talking about sex. They're talking about touch. Incidental non-sexual touch. It's a sign of affection, and we all need it. But men don't get that sort of affection from women because women often misunderstand how much it means to them … and that it's not all about sex for men. It's about love.
Now please forgive me as I use words to express how words are not enough in the words of song writers Nuno Bettancourt and Gary Cherone:
Saying I love you
Is not the words I want to hear from you
It's not that I want you
Not to say, but if you only knew
How easy it would be to show me how you feel
More than words is all you have to do to make it real
Then you wouldn't have to say that you love me
'Cause I'd already know
What would you do if my heart was torn in two
More than words to show you feel
That your love for me is real
What would you say if I took those words away
Then you couldn't make things new
Just by saying I love you
More than words
Now that I've tried to talk to you and make you understand
All you have to do is close your eyes
And just reach out your hands and touch me
Hold me close don't ever let me go
More than words is all I ever needed you to show
Then you wouldn't have to say that you love me
'Cause I'd already know
What would you do if my heart was torn in two
More than words to show you feel
That your love for me is real
What would you say if I took those words away
Then you couldn't make things new
Just by saying I love you
More than words
Tomorrow, I'll tell you the second thing men need from women …
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Intimacy in Marriage: What's Your Sexual Type? January 12, 2012Posted by occhristiancounseling in Dr. Curtis Lehmann, sexuality.
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by Dr. Curtis Lehmann, Psych Assistant @ OC Christian Counseling
Sexual intimacy in marriage is an important component in developing a secure relationship bond between a man and a woman. But there are a number of ways that sexuality can go wrong in a marriage. In general, people can go in two directions: sexual compulsion and sexual restriction. Sexual compulsion simply means someone who pursues sexual activities, ranging from forcing a partner to have sex to simply being the one who tends to ask for sex. On the other hand, sexual restriction can range from complete abstinence from any form of sexual expression to a lack of desire in sexuality. It helps to simply identify where you and your spouse might be on the continuum from sexual restriction to sexual compulsion. In some cases, the distance might be far off and in other cases you might both find yourselves at the same spot.
The next step is to gain a better understanding of how each of your attitudes toward sex developed. Of course, sexual compulsion can be the result of a biological predisposition towards having sex, but other influences include the media, past experiences with sex or sexual abuse, and addiction to sexual behavior. The precursors of being sexual restricted can also be biological, but often are heavily influenced by body image issues, a history of sexual abuse, and emotional or relational problems. If you take some time to reflect, individually and/or as a couple, you may find yourself having a better idea why you and your spouse have the attitudes toward sex that you do.
Finally, this knowledge needs to be applied to your marriage. In a healthy marriage, both spouses should know how the other partner feels about sexuality and how it relates to their feeling connected. Each should care deeply about how the other person has been hurt by their families, so-called friends, and by society in their sexual development. One primary goal in the marriage must be to develop the ability to feel how the other person feels, to be deeply empathic about the other person's emotions. As a side note, although sexual compromise is nice, a focus on "meeting half-way" can be destructive when one person has a greater amount of pain than the other. Rather, forming a deep desire to surrender one's desires for the sake of loving the other ought to be the aim. If done whole-heartedly, this attitude is so much more rewarding than sexual intimacy.
Some questions to consider:
How far separated are we on our attitudes towards sexual intimacy? If we are far apart, have I grown resentful towards my partner or have I loved him or her the way they are? If we are close together, do we both still need to have healing in our sexuality? How can I build intimacy in our relationship through non-sexual means? How can I build intimacy through sexual means?
If sexuality is a concern in your marriage, consider speaking with a couple's therapist. Although it may sometime be an embarrassing issue to discuss, couple's therapists are trained to help partners work together to bring healing to the relationship, which often leads to a more satisfying sexual experience.
Slaves to Porn January 6, 2012Posted by occhristiancounseling in Events, pornography, sexuality.
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Internet porn has become an epidemic that has taken hold of Christian and non-Christian alike. In this informative presentation designed to be helpful for those who know someone who struggles with pornography, as well as those who themselves struggle, Dr. Curtis Lehmann addresses how people become enslaved to pornography and offers real suggestions about how to break the chains. Looking at both psychological and spiritual factors, he paints a picture that allows you to feel greater compassion for those who get tangled up in pornography, while also reflecting on the tremendous toil that addiction to pornography can cause on spouses, families, and the community. Through it all, Dr. Lehmann suggests there is hope and healing for those who are affected by bondage to pornography.
Dr. Curtis Lehmann is available to speak to your church or group on this very timely topic. You may contact him at 800.705.6223, Ext. 102, or via email.


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LQAF's Art History Docent Program is an educational outreach program taught free of charge to fourth and fifth grade students in Desert Sands and Coachella Valley Unified School District classrooms. Its aim is to use visual art principles and concepts to stimulate critical thinking and creative expression in all disciplines.
Volunteer docents formally trained by La Quinta Arts Foundation lead students through a series of lessons introducing the "elements of art." Through these lessons, the docents introduce art concepts including art history, art criticism, and aesthetic valuing. The docents, in a team approach with the classroom teacher, also present special hands-on projects that incorporate the techniques and methods used by the master artists spotlighted in the program.
Developed in 1991, this program fills a void created by the eradication of state funding in public schools. More than 50,000 fourth and fifth grade students in the Desert Sands and Coachella Valley Unified School Districts have benefited from this program.
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I'll admit I was a little disappointed that several decades later, they are still the best keepers of each others secrets... maybe there was one little story about a motorcycle trip with a guy named Bill, and some stuff about using tissue paper for curtains because they were too poor to buy any, but I know there was a lot more they didn't give up. Especially since from my bed on the couch in the living room, I listened in on the gossip that happened in the kitchen the next morning and the phrase "love child" was used more than once, and there was also something about the police, a mental breakdown and a peignor. Don't worry, none of the ladies in the photo above were the protagonists of those stories.
Margie is her own fabulous story. I confess that one of the things I loved most about her was that she swears like a sailor, always to maximum comic effect. She's a knitter too, and I suspect that she could teach this Stitch and Bitch generation the meaning of the phrase. I mean that in the best possible way, of course. Every year Margie makes herself a sweater for her birthday. I love that tradition. She also took us to the best french bakery and to a yarn store that I would never have found without her. You know how that will endear me to a person. And then there was her little Lola. Oh Lola! Here's more Lola. There's no such thing as too much Lola.


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All too often, roofing problems are not discovered until leaks or other serious damage occurs. Periodic inspections often can expose broken, bent or missing shingles; loose seams and damaged flashings; or an accumulation of an excessive amount of surface granules in the gutters. Inside your house, cracked paint, discolored walls and peeling wallpaper are possible indications of roof damage.
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Maintenance performed by homeowners should be limited to inspecting your roof during the fall and spring to look for warped, cracked or curling shingles. You should also periodically clean out gutters filled with dead leaves, sticks, pinecones and other debris.
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The price of a new roof varies widely, depending on such things as the materials selected, contractor doing the work, size, design and location of the home, local labor rates and the time of year.
Remember that the price you're quoted must be balanced with the quality of the materials and workmanship. The lowest price may not be your best choice, depending on the other factors involved. For each type of roof, there are different options, styles, shapes, colors and prices; consider the full product range and make your choice based on your preference and budget. Your contractor can help you select the option that best suits your needs.
Within the Cincinnati roofing profession, there are different levels of expertise, experience and reputation. Insist on an established contractor who is committed to quality work, and has a track record of positive customer reviews and excellent performance.
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• The cleanup process is ongoing, right from the start.
• Covers are placed along window, doors, and appliances that could be affected by errant kickback of materials while removing the old roof.
• Tarps are placed over sensitive plants and shrubs.
• Some items may be temporarily moved to a safe area and then returned.
• Noise is kept to a minimum, given the circumstances, and we will be respectful to your neighbors' requests regarding impact to them.
• Errant nails are picked up from around your house by large industrial magnets with close attention to areas frequented by children and pets.
• We use late model, well-maintained equipment, so as not to drip oil on your driveway
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The amount of time to complete a roof is determined by the size, slope, weather conditions and accessibility. The average Cincinnati roofing job would be completed in 1–2 days; however, no matter the size or complexity, we will work on consecutive days until the job has been completed.
Yes. Besides payment upon completion of your project, there are a few requests we ask of you:
• Access to the house, driveway and/or work area
• Access to electricity, or notify us if there isn't power so we make alternative arrangements for our power tools
• Notify us if are any rooms under the area to be roofed that do not have a ceiling (including the garage), or if you have cathedral ceilings that could be pierced by typical roofing fasteners
• Secure any loose items, including wall mountings, which could be affected by the activities on the roof
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• Keep debris from collecting on any part of your roof, or in your gutters and downspouts
• Make sure that all tree and shrub leaves and branches don't make contact with the roof
• When trimming trees and shrubs, maintain a safe height above roof contact, taking into account the fact that branches will hang lower when laden with rain, snow or ice
• Under most conditions, a twice-a-year cleaning routine should be sufficient.
• Don't penetrate the roof surface when putting up any lighting fixtures
• When hiring services that require access to the roof, ensure that workers are aware and respectful of your roof with their activities and tools.
• Twice a year, perform a ground level inspection of your roof edge, soffits, and fascia. If you notice insects trailing into these areas or if you notice brown stains appearing on these surfaces, it usually indicates that moisture is penetrating through the roof and into the decking. Insects are drawn to the moisture and the organic tannins, which are being released from the moist wood, form the brown stains. Call us to further investigate.
The most favorable time to install a roof is when the temperatures are above freezing and the wind and rain are at the lowest intensity and frequency. This allows the roofer the best conditions for installation, with the fewest interruptions and lowest risk of leaking. Unless you are very fortunate, sometimes you cannot schedule the roofing work during these periods, and you may need to install the roof in cold temperatures, or in the rainy season.
That is a question that your contractor can provide valuable perspective and advice on. The answer depends on various factors, including your budget and how long you plan to live in your residence.
Here are some clues that your roof might need to be replaced rather than repaired:
• Does the roof leak in many different locations?
• Do leaks continue, despite repeated repair attempts?
• Do repairs seem to make the leaks worse, or do new leaks develop after the repairs are made?
• How tolerant is the occupancy to leaks? Low leak tolerance usually means the "replace" decision is reached earlier.
It is generally better to replace the roof if it is displaying the above listed conditions, rather than pouring additional money and time into ill-advised repairs, but there are some exceptions.


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From basic eye care services to visual performance enhancement training, this evidence-based resource explores a wide range of sports vision services, addressing many of the questions you may have regarding assessment and treatment procedures, outcome expectations, and applications to sport. You'll find a thorough review and discussion of the role of vision care in an athlete's performance, as well as practical recommendations for applying current research findings to clinical practice. The accompanying CD-ROM enables you to easily print your own copies and versions of evaluation forms, screening forms, sample profiles, and patient handouts, plus other samples and resources used in client assessment and training!
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- Evidence-based information covers a wide range of sports vision services.
- A task analysis approach used throughout the text allows the reader to develop solid reasoning skills and evaluate information needed for clinical practice.
- Coverage of goals, expectations, and strategies assists in determining the treatment options for a multitude of sports.
- Practical, clinically oriented chapters on assessment, prescribing, and ocular injuries provide the essential information needed for clinical practice in an easy-to-use reference.
- Addresses vision training from the certified athletic trainer's (ATC) perspective, reflecting the collaboration between athletic trainers, optometrists, and ophthalmologists in managing athletes.
- Visual aids including photographs, tables, and boxed text help to clarify important concepts and allow ease of access to important information.
- A CD-ROM is included allowing quick access to important resources used in client assessment and training.
Table of Contents
- Introduction to Sports Vision
2. Visual Task Analysis in Sports
3. Visual and Visual-Motor Processing in Sports
4. Sports Vision Evaluation
5. Sports Vision Screening and Report Strategies
6. Prescribing for the Athlete
7. Ocular Injuries in Sports: Assessment and Management
8. Enhancement of Vision Skills in Sports
9. Enhancement of Visual Information Processing Skills in Sports
10. Sports Vision Practice Development
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Major Retail Fuel Providers Are Driving Fast-Fill CNG Station Development Across the Country
JANESVILLE, WI--(Marketwired - October 12, 2015) - ANGI Energy Systems, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Gilbarco Veeder-Root, announced today that, within the company's commercial fuel customer base, multiple retail fuel providers are slated to open public fast-fill compressed natural gas (CNG) stations in Q4 2015.
"In the United States, direct CNG infrastructure development has remained active despite the current volatility in oil prices," says Jared Hightower, Vice President of Sales for ANGI. "In addition to the environmental and energy security advantages, many fleets still recognize that the price stability of compressed natural gas offers dividends well beyond next quarter. Infrastructure providers see the benefit of CNG too. We're especially proud of our retail partners who are adding CNG to their fueling stations."
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On the Eastern seaboard, Sunoco commissioned ANGI equipment and successfully reopened its Sunoco APlus fueling station and convenience store at the Pittsburgh International Airport. In addition to this location, Sunoco integrated CNG into their New Stanton Travel Plaza on the Pennsylvania Turnpike. They are currently in the process of installing a third CNG station in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania off I-79, exit 43 on PA-519 South. Sunoco markets motor fuels through retail outlets in 26 states mainly east of the Mississippi, from Maine to Florida and west to Wisconsin and Louisiana. Sunoco also has more than 650 APlus branded convenience stores which are company-operated or operated by third-party dealers. It is the world's largest manufacturer and marketer of race fuels and is the official fuel of NASCAR, INDYCAR and the NHRA.
Wawa Inc., one of the largest convenience store and retail fueling chains in the Mid-Atlantic region, has partnered with South Jersey Gas to introduce CNG to the Wawa network. Their first joint project fast-fill station will soon come online at Store #8305, S. Delaware St. & I-295 in Paulsboro, New Jersey.
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We took a step back in time at hut 227 tonight which had a distinctly medieval feel. Janina Karpinska had chosen Lullay, Lullow and Gaudete as the carols to celebrate on the seafront tonight.
The hut was lit with a beautiful pink and green light and featured a baby to whom these lullaby songs were addressed.
A small group came together in front of the hut to sing these accompanied by Janina on the ukelele. Added to that we had some impromptu poetry as well as a song contributed by a passer-by.
There was also a hint of Scandinavia in the air, not only because of the cold which accompanies us every night on our journey towards Christmas, but in the added celebration of St. Lucy or Santa Lucia as she is known across the Nordic countries.
The hut also featured icons created by Janina showing Mary lulling her baby to sleep.
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Episode 3
By Patti G
Scene 1:
Ted walks over to the chairs Brooke points to and waits as she sits down
before seating himself. He begins to think that this interview might have been a
mistake. He knows that Ms. English-Chandler is a legitimate and respected
journalist, and he is confident that the background story he created will prove
once again to have been worth the money he paid for it. Ted is also well aware that
Ms. English-Chandler is a respected journalist and not just the Editor-in-Chief
of a major magazine like Tempo, because she is married to the owner, Adam
Chandler. Over his career, he has made it a point not to give personal
interviews He believes (and in this case hopes) that this one time will prove
to be worth the risk.
Scene 2:
Angie is going through some boxes she brought down from the attic and looks
at each item, remembering where it was from and deciding whether to keep it or
throw it out. Jesse walks in and asks Angie where she dug that nasty old box up
Angie tells Jesse she was just up in the attic looking for some clothes to
donate and came across this box of old mementos and photos. Jesse starts to
look at some of the items and comes across a framed photo of two young children.
Jesse asks, "Who are these kids"?
Angie tells Jesse that it is a picture of her and her older brother.
Jesse tells Angie he remembers her briefly telling him about her brother, but
that she hardly ever mentions him.
Angie tells Jesse that it has been so long since her brother left home and
that he never got back in touch with their family. Sometimes she forgets he even exists. When she does think about him, she wonders if he is well or
if he is even still alive.
Without saying anything to Angie, Jesse decides that maybe he will look into
finding her brother.
Scene 3:
Barnett walks into the Yacht Club dining room and see his hosts, the Haywards,
already seated at a table and heads over to greet them. He has read a lot of
background material on Dr. David and is very aware of the man he is considering
doing business with. Barnett also looked into his lovely wife, Cara, and has to
admit he is surprised that she is married to him.
David notices Barnett first and stands up to shake his hand and introduce his
wife Cara. Barnett greets Cara and joins them at the table. The waiter comes
over, and they order drinks.
"Well, it is pleasure to finally meet you," David says to Barnett. Cara adds it
is her pleasure to meet him as well. Barnett tells the Haywards he has looked
forward to this dinner himself.
Barnett tells David that he has read with great interest the work he and the
Institute have been doing. He admits that when the story first appeared five
years ago about what David had been able to do, he along with most people were
completely amazed. To think you were able to bring back from the "dead" Adam
Chandler's brother for starters.
David thanks Barnett for his praise and tells him that the work that first
got attention five years ago was just the beginning of what he has been able to
accomplish in the past five years. He is hoping that with people like Barnett
supporting him, the extent of what he can do will be limitless.
Barnett tells David and Cara that he certainly wants to hear more about their
work as well as visit the Institute, and hopefully he will be able to come on
board with both his personal as well as financial support.
Scene 4:
Opal is putting the finishing touches on the table she has set for herself
and her guest. She is as nervous as a long tailed cat in a room full of rocking
chairs. Opal wants this evening to go well and hopefully cheer up her dear
The doorbell rings and Opal opens the door and welcomes her dear old friend,
Dr. Joe. "Come on in, Joe," says Opal.
Joe has not been going out much in the past month since Ruth has passed. Not
that people have not been inviting him, but he has had a lot to take care of in
the wake of his dear wife's death. Other than spending time with his
immediate family, he has just felt like being alone. He did accept Opal's
invitation as he does consider her family, being his son Tad's birth
mother, plus Joe knows that Opal won't stop asking him until he does agree to
have dinner with her.
They both sit down on the sofa, and Opal starts by asking Joe how is he
holding up? Joe tells Opal he is doing okay, but it changes from day to day. He
tells her since Ruth had not been sick, her death was very unexpected. Opal
certainly understands what it is like to lose a spouse. Even though she and
Palmer were not married at the time he died, it did not change how much it
affected her and how much she misses him.
Opal tells Joe that the Charity Ball Saturday night is a terrific way to
celebrate Ruth's life and her contribution to Pine Valley Hospital. Plus all the
money raised will go to the new wing at the hospital that will be named after
Ruth in her honor.
Joe agrees that it is a very lovely gesture what Angie and everyone is doing,
and he appreciates all of their support. Joe hesitates for a minute and then
asks Opal, if she does not have a date for the evening, would she consider letting
him escort her Saturday night? Opal is just overwhelmed that Joe would want to
escort her, and answers that she would be honored to be his "date" for the
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We went from fog and the 40's yesterday to wind gusts of 50 mph and the 20's today. Overnight a heavy rain with thunder changed to snow and we had about 2" on the ground this morning. At Cedar Run the creek levels rose quickly to nearly 8' from a 2' level yesterday. The levels are heading back down with the snow instead of rain.
I took a mile walk today as the sun peaked in an out and I didn't want to miss it having not seen the sun for days. I don't care for wind in my face so my picture looks like it is sub-zero. A couple Chickadees were all that braved the weather besides me. As I walked up the hill a mile several little snow devils popped up here and there to remind me of the wind's ability to swirl in marvelous ways.
Doesn't look like we are in for much of an improvement in temperature for a while, but the snow did cover the ice up and I would imagine there will be a few people snowmobiling on the upper parts of the mountain. The snow came just in time to keep the south side of the hill facing our house from being uncovered as it had lost the majority of its snow yesterday.
Speck, the Chihuahua, is basically hiding out from the change of weather and Leo isn't all that crazy about it either. Seems most of the animals agree with them and are bedded down somewhere until the wind stops. Have a great Leetonia day and stay warm. Mountain girl, Paula, logging out.


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