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WOO! I had derby practice last night, and I got to do my 1st contact work! We were practicing pack work like pushing each other to block a jammer coming up on the outside edge of the track, as well as steering them off the track with leverage. (Sorry, I'm still not sure of the actual names of these maneuvers!) SO MUCH FUN! And I'm so glad too, because I'll be expected to participate in the next scrimmage on November 3rd, and I need some skills! I had to sit out the one this month, even though I had just joined the team, because I had only attended two practices: one was a fit skate, and one was on jam skating (basically dance skating), but they're considered mandatory unless you're sick, injured or out of town. Hope we get a lot more of these type of practices in the next two weeks!
Thomas rode his bike up to the Rat's Nest (where we practice) after work and met me, so we were both pretty hungry and decided to hit Wayward Vegan Cafe on the way home. He got his usual, the Wizard, and I got a nice healthy Bikini Bowl, which I'd had once before and was totally craving. It's on their gluten-free menu and is comprised of quinoa, steamed kale, mandarin oranges, diced tomatoes, citrus marinated grilled tempeh, and served with a side of chipotle tahini. So good. Totally hit the spot. I'm trying to do clean, protein packed meals after workouts lately so I can reap the benefits of all this exercise more fully. A little more challenging since I have less time to cook with all the skating, but I thought this was an excellent restaurant meal. Hopefully once we're settled into the new apartment, I can start doing some smarter meal planning to compensate.
Speaking of the new apartment… we're officially moving Tuesday. So if I'm a little quiet for the next few days, that's why. We haven't packed a thing, but since we have 2 weeks to move, our attitude may be a little too casual. Tuesday we're taking the big stuff over with a moving truck. Hopefully this weekend we can get most of the kitchen/bathroom/etc. stuff over there in little trips without having to make too big a deal about it. I hate moving. Not that you would know by how much I do it, but I'm hoping that we'll be able to stay in the new place for a couple years or so, until we can get into a house.
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"Waiting On" Wednesday is a weekly event, hosted at Breaking the Spine, that spotlights upcoming releases that we're eagerly anticipating. This week I'm waiting on
Override by Heather Anastasiu
Series: Glitch #2
But while Zoe is free, she's far from safe. Adrien is tortured by visions of the future that he refuses to share with her. And there's something's wrong with Zoe's telekinesis. The control she gained when she escaped the Community seems completely gone, and her power is expanding in unexpected and terrifying ways. Everyone is counting on her to be the key to defeating the Chancellor, but Zoe is terrified she's too weak to save anyone.
As the Chancellor begins enacting her plan to move up the ranks of the government and gain an ever-widening noose of control, the future of Resistance grows more and more precarious every day. Others around Zoe are becoming desperate in their attempts to survive, until finally distrust and betrayal leads to the terrible discovery that their greatest threat could already be lurking behind the safe walls of the Foundation itself. In the end, Zoe will have to make a choice: will she stand up as the leader Adrien foretold her to be, or will she fail everyone in the moment they need her most?
Glitch is one of my favorite books I've read in 2012. I have to make my top ten, but I have a suspicion it's going to be on it! So, of course, I can't wait to read Override! The ending of Glitch was a total cliffhanger and I want to know how it continues!
What are you waiting on?

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It's fun watching people trying to dance to Unknown Mortal Orchestra's "Ffunny Friends". On its face, it's a track that's just funky enough to sound like you could dance to it. The result: A crowd of people awkwardly and rhythmically pumping their hands without fully committing. The song kicked off a fine if pedestrian set from UMO, whose Krautrock guitar sound paled in comparison to the two also-mellow sets that immediately preceded it: Mac DeMarco's and DIIV's. UMO's saving grace? They closed with a cover of Jay Reatard's "My Shadow". Even if their version lacked the vocal bite of Jay's original, it showed that these dudes benefit when they inject some muscle into their set.
The Jay Reatard connection: Current Wavves bassist and former Reatard bassist Stephen Pope was present
UMO hat status: Two backwards, one frontwards
Mosh pit activity: Not a lot.
Quote from UMO's Ruban Nielson that could apply to some of their set: "It's a shit show!"


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Lectionary Links: Sunday, December 18, 2011
Year B: December 18, 2011
First Reading: 2 Samuel 7:1-11, 16
The Carpenter's Gift by David Rubel
(Written for ages 5-9)
Comment: Understanding the consistent grace of God is a helpful way to explore this text with children. Mark Douglas suggests that for the Babylonian exiles, hearing this text would have been "a way of hoping for a future based on what God has done in the past." He goes on to say that for us to hear the text in this way is a chance to "watch the gospel be born anew." (Feasting on the Word, Year B, Volume 1, p 78) We see a vision of hope for the future based on the past in The Carpenter's Gift. When Henry's wish for a house comes true through the gifts of many people, he plants a pinecone in gratitude. The pinecone grows into a huge tree, which many years later allows Henry to share the gift of a house with another family.
Second Reading: Romans 16:25-27
Cricket at the Manger by Edith Hope Fine
(Written for ages 5-9)
Comment: This doxology from Romans is an expression of praise for the way God is made known to us through Jesus Christ—the incarnation. Sally A. Brown declares it shocking that God would come to earth as one of us, with flesh and bone, a vulnerable baby. "By grace, shock may give way to holy stillness, holy stillness to rising joy, until we leap to shout 'Praise!' to the one who took flesh for our redemption." (Feasting on the Word, Year B, Volume 1, p 91) Cricket, too, goes through a process before he leaps to praise. When he finally comes face to face with the Christ child, he is moved to sing a song of joy.
Gospel Reading: Luke 1:26-38
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever (a picture book adaptation) by Barbara Robinson
(Written for ages 5-9)
Comment: "…nothing will be impossible with God." The story of the annunciation is truly one where, through God, the impossible occurs. The classic story, The Best Christmas Pageant Ever, is also a story of impossible transformation. Everyone expects the Christmas pageant to bomb because the Herdmans—aka "the worst kids in the history of the world"—have hijacked all the main roles. How can it really be a Christmas pageant when they don't even know the story of Jesus' birth? Although the Herdmans take artistic freedoms in interpreting their roles, it is clear that they have truly encountered the Son of God. The impossible did occur: "Every wrong thing the Herdmans did seemed right and natural… It was the best Christmas pageant ever!"
This Lectionary Links post was written by regular contributor Noell Rathbun.
Lectionary Links: Sunday, December 18, 2011 by Storypath is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License.


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Home Johann Sebastian Bach The Well-Tempered Clavier. Vol.2
Johann Sebastian Bach (1685–1750)
The Well-Tempered Clavier. Vol.2, BWV 870-893Sheet Music
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Lifschitz plays both books of the 48 together, rather than separately, playing the preludes and fugues in the same key from each book together in order through all the keys. Lifschitz performes both books from memory in a single day. Recorded in a set of concerts on March 30, 2008. Released on DVD in USA by the Miami International Piano Festival. (iTunes)


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This is the third year I have brought Kevin Kelly's Internet Mapping Project into my sixth grade classroom as part of the start of our Digital Life unit. I love how the artistic invitation — to capture yourself in relation to the Internet and technology — opens up a discussion about the intrusion of technology and the way it has woven into our lives.
If you don't know about Kelly's project, it was an attempt to humanize our interactions with the Internet and to visualize the ways we see "home" in online spaces. I de-emphasize the "home" aspect a bit with my students, and focus on themselves as the central anchoring point.
The internet is vast. Bigger than a city, bigger than a country, maybe as big as the universe. It's expanding by the second. No one has seen its borders.
And the internet is intangible, like spirits and angels. The web is an immense ghost land of disembodied places. Who knows if you are even there, there.
Yet everyday we navigate through this ethereal realm for hours on end and return alive. We must have some map in our head.
I've become very curious about the maps people have in their minds when they enter the internet. So I've been asking people to draw me a map of the internet as they see it. That's all. — Kevin Kelly
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Daily Prompt: Burning Down the House
Your home is on fire. Grab five items (assume all people and animals are safe). What did you grab?
Gawd, if my house has to burn down I sure hope it doesn't happen in the middle of the winter, because my five items will have to be two boots, two mitts and one warm hooded coat. And this little blurb will win first prize in the most boring house on fire list of all time contest. I like winning stuff, but not THAT much.
So instead I think I'll have the house catch fire on a nice sunny summer day with no breeze, so it's less likely that the rest of the houses on the block will also go up in smoke. I try to be a good neighbour. The fire department is super close to where I live and if I've been smart enough to call them at the first sign of danger, they will be here momentarily. Hey, it's my imagined scenario, and that's what I want to think. So I have maybe five or ten minutes to rush around in a totally freaked out manner before the hoses take me down. The alarms are blaring, the smoke is getting thick, I need to make some smart choices and I need to make them in a hurry.
I am not that different from every other female person on this planet who owns a handbag. I would grab that first. Do you have any idea what's in there? More than five items vital for my survival, that's for sure. Wallet, credit and debit cards, drivers license, health cards, car keys, passport, phone, glasses, tic tacs, cheque book, lip gloss, hand lotion, six or eight pens, and a bunch of loose change. With that slung over my shoulder I feel empowered and virtually invincible.
My lap top and external hard drive count as one item because they are attached to each other. Also attached are all the cords and crap plugged in to the power bar, so it's one big octopus-like item and I'm not leaving any of it behind. Item number three is my kindle. Then I will gaze for two or three precious seconds with a tear streaked face at my library of actual books and gazillion photo albums. Sorry, sorry, can't save you all, goodbye! Then I'll grab the little mini treasure chest that holds precious memorabilia from my ancestors – yellowed letters and ancient pencil drawings and old notebooks that have survived for so many years with different care takers and don't deserve to meet their end today. Not under my watch.
My arms are full but I can grab one more thing! So I will do some more frantic running around and then decide to drop all this shit I'm carrying on to the seat of my grandmothers hundred year old rocking chair and with a mighty burst of adrenaline powered strength, lift and shove and struggle my way out the door with my five allotted items. Yeah I know it's way more than five things really, but I think cheating in my case is okay. Because out on the sidewalk there are no other safe people and pets standing around wondering what the hell I've been doing in a burning house for so long. W is away in the summer, so of course he would miss all the excitement. It would not cross my mind to wonder if there's something of his that needs saving. I'll just happily assume he's taken all his own vital stuff with him.
So here I am, huffing and puffing with all I have left in this world on the sidewalk beside me. The fire brigade arrives and…..I don't know what happens next. They unplug my toaster and throw it and the charred remains of my breakfast bagel on to the driveway? The house is a pile of rubble and ash? It was a false alarm, or a vivid nightmare, or a daily prompt that simply sparked my brain?
I hope I never have to face this kind of grim reality or make these difficult choices. But I'm going to add a few snack bars to my handbag just in case.


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10 years after Paul Wellstone's tragic passing, join his son, his former staff, and the Progressive Change Campaign Committee for a national call of memories.
RSVP on the right. We'll send you these details and a reminder email before the call.
When: Wednesday, October 24 at 9:30pm Eastern / 8:30pm Central
What: National call of memories, honoring Paul Wellstone
Who: Paul's son David Wellstone, Paul's chief of staff Kari Moe, Sheila Wellstone Institute Director Marcia Avner, other special guests, and PCCC members
How: Listen and ask questions by phone or online.
Also, continue Paul's legacy by signing up to make calls this Thursday for Elizabeth Warren and Minnesota's Keith Ellison and Rick Nolan.
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Shopping for a new mattress has never been easy. Navigating the stores, debating between which mattress is the right fit for you. However, replacing your mattress is one of the most important things for your physical health. You should be replacing your mattress every six to eight years. There are few reasons it's important to replace your mattress one of them being comfort, over time your mattress will start losing its shape and can start to sag. An uncomfortable mattress can result in back pain and can interfere with your sleep. Here are few good tips from mattress park city on where to shop for a mattress.
Shop At The Store.
Going the traditional route and shopping at the store is a great way to pick a mattress. In the mattress store, you should never pay a full price they will usually have some sort of a discount. Never be afraid to negotiate with the salesperson they are most likely more than happy to give you a discount. A lot of stores also might offer to pick up your old mattress and deliver the new one. This is great for people who don't have a big enough vehicle to fit the mattress. Also when you are looking for a new mattress you should be taking your time and never rushing. To test the mattress out, you should lay down on a mattress for at least 10 minutes and make sure it's comfortable for you and you don't feel any pressure or pain.
Shopping Online.
If you arent able to go to a store shopping online would be the next option. If you buy a mattress online they will usually be shipped in a box to your door within a few days after your purchase and usually, the shipping will be free. Many mattress stores online will let you purchase the mattress so you can test it out and if it's not the right one for you they will replace it at no extra cost. The downside of buying a mattress online is you will have to set it up yourself.
How To Choose The Right Mattress
There are three common types of mattresses, foam, adjustable, and spring. If you love to sleep on your side then you would need a softer mattress. Stomach sleepers need a more firm one and back sleepers can go with either one. If you like your bed to have more bounce then you should choose the innerspring style. The innerspring mattress has metal springs inside the mattress the allow it to be more bouncy. If you like more of a firm mattress then the memory foam one would be the option. Memory foam has less spring and offers more pressure relief.
If you can decide on which one you want the mattress park city has hybrid mattresses. A hybrid mattress is combined with innerspring and memory foam. With a hybrid, you get the best of both worlds.


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According to statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), DUI accident fatalities increased from 9,865 in 2011 to 10,322 in 2013. The NHTSA reported that the majority of DUI accidents with fatalities involved drivers whose blood alcohol concentration (BAC) was 0.15 percent or higher, or almost twice the legal limit. A 2006 study by the NHTSA estimated that there is one drunk driving fatality in the United States every 30 minutes.
Georgia's Driving Under the Influence Laws are complex. Georgia DUI injury attorney Shane Smith can sort through the intermingled laws that potentially create complications in a DUI case.
The family of a 28-year-old woman was awarded $10 million in a wrongful death suit in another state after the wife and mother was killed in a DUI accident. The woman's 26-year-old friend was driving drunk after a birthday party and lost control of her vehicle, ejecting her friend. The car left the roadway, went over a barrier wall and down a 25-foot embankment before striking another wall. The driver's friend suffered blunt force trauma to her chest and later died.
The driver was arrested and charged with DUI. Her BAC was 0.20 percent, over twice the legal limit. She admitted having four glasses of wine and only eating a salad before driving the five miles from the restaurant to the accident scene. The jury found the driver 75 percent responsible for the death.
If you have questions about Georgia DUI laws, get the answers in Clayton County DUI injury attorney Shane Smith's book, I Was Hit By a Drunk Driver: What Do I Do Next?
If a death is caused by the negligence of another then the decedent's family may be entitled to legal relief through a wrongful death lawsuit. You should hire an experienced Clayton County wrongful death attorney if you will file a lawsuit on behalf of a family member who died due to another's negligence. Call Shane Smith Law for a free consultation.


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Many in Queens may frequently hear how the American healthcare system is the finest in the world. While that may be true in many regards, it should not be classified as perfect. In fact, recent studies seem to show that inherent flaws with healthcare system may actually be contributing to patient fatalities.
Johns Hopkins research data shared by the AARP Bulletin shows that healthcare errors contribute to over 250,000 deaths annually in the U.S. In many cases, those fatalities may be the result of patient care philosophies based more on human tendencies rather than empirical evidence.
This may be particularly true when it comes to misdiagnoses. Oftentimes these errors may actually be due to avoidable mistakes, such as:
- Poor communication: Breakdowns in the passage of information between clinicians as well as with a patient's family can often result in misinterpretations of his or her actual ailment.
- Gender biases: Often, providers make the mistake of thinking a certain condition is only prevalent in a particular sex. An example would be cases of heart disease in women, which many believe to be primarily a man's disease. Information shared by the American Heart Association, however, shows that females accounted for 51 percent of all heart disease-related fatalities in 2011.
- Patient trends: Doctors may often rely too heavily on what they've seen recently when making a diagnosis. Terms like "this has been going around lately" or "we've seen others with these symptoms" may be indicators that a provider is simply trying to link a case to others.
Being actively involved in their care may help patients to avoid misdiagnoses. Asking for clarification on a diagnosis or to review their own test results may provide them with the information needed to determine whether a doctor may be off in his or her reasoning.


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In recent years, Israel has come to be known around the world as the "Startup Nation," an appropriate title for the miraculous growth and success Israel's economy. It produces more startups per-capita than China, India, Canada, Japan and the UK. Not only this, but it attracts twice as much venture-capital investment as the US and 30 times more than Europe. Israel's economic capital, Tel Aviv, is considered to be one of the best environments for entrepreneurship in the world, second only to Silicon Valley. These programs aim to spark the entrepreneurial spirit at a young age by opening the doors to the world of innovation at an early age.
Youth entrepreneurship education programs in Israel are each unique in their focus and mission. For instance, the Young Entrepreneurs Israel program functions in collaboration with IDC Herzliya. The program focuses on middle school students, an earlier stage of education than is typically targeted by other similar programs. Instituting entrepreneurship education at this early stage in development may prove highly beneficial to these children in the future. Studies reveal that students who are educated in entrepreneurship at an early age show increased non-cognitive entrepreneurial skills. 2nd-4th year IDC students and alumni work in collaboration with both business people and Young Entrepreneurs staff to mentor the participants. They strive to instill the entrepreneurial spirit in participants and to assist them in the development of original and innovative entrepreneurial projects.
The Summer Startup Program Technion is a 4-week program designed for 15-18 year olds from around the world. The program is taught in English at the Technion in Haifa. It focuses on the high-tech field, teaching participants about business development and giving them hands-on experience with entrepreneurship and innovation. One of the benefits of the Summer Startup Program Technion is the exposure the participants get to children from a myriad of different cultures. The program includes a great deal of group work in small teams, as well as field trips and academic workshops. At the end of the program the participants are able to present their business models and plans to a panel of Israeli CEOs, an exciting and rare opportunity for such children of their age.
Unisteam, another Israeli youth entrepreneurship education program, focuses on a different subgroup of the youth community. Unistream works to bridge the gap between people in the center of Israel and those at the periphery. The goal is to give youth in communities with limited resources a chance to succeed in Israel's opportunity-rich economy. The program claims to widen the scopes of "success, tolerance, and personal empowerment". Unistream believes that the cornerstones of socially active business leadership are acquisition of ethics, knowledge, management skills, hands-on experience, alteration of mind-set, and personal empowerment. The program provides participants with the tools they need to empower both themselves and their local communities. Indeed, statistics show that they are highly successful in achieving their goals. Participants are more likely to serve as officers in the IDF, to be active volunteers, and to enroll in university than the national average. Additionally, they report increased fluency in business terminology and concepts, improved leadership skills, comfort presenting complex issues, and that the program provided them with accessibility to business in the real world.
The aim of the ESP program is not only to teach children what entrepreneurship is, but also to teach them how to take action, responsibility, and leadership by turning their ideas into actual ventures. ESP uses hands-on experience and mentorship to help the students acquire an entrepreneurial mindset, management skills, personal empowerment, and knowledge. The program helps give students a connection to both Israel and people from all over the world, providing them with a toolkit of collective knowledge and skills. This collaborative mindset is of the utmost important in the increasingly shared economy of today. On December 10th and 11th, the program hosted a conference called YOCOPAS that was attended by students from partner schools in Israel and the Palestinian Authority. The students learned about and discussed alternatives for the future with regards to peace, sustainability, and entrepreneurship. The conference had an excellent turnout of 190 students. DUCO helped organize one of the workshops with a speaker from Systematic Inventive Thinking (SIT). EMIS intends to continue projects with the partner schools in the near future, as well as to initiate new projects for the youth, by the youth. They consider it to be the first step in a long-lasting and successful collaboration with the Israeli and Palestinian partner schools.
Youth entrepreneurship education has the power to change the landscape of an entire society's culture and economy. It lays a firm foundation for a society made of up of individuals with innovative ambition, critical thinking skills, problem solving capabilities, and creative inspiration. As one of the worlds' most important and successful hubs of innovation and entrepreneurship, Israel is the ideal environment for young minds to gather the skills and knowledge that are integral to finding success in the startup ecosystem. It is vital that our youth not only learn how to take advantage of opportunities, but how to create their own. Courses like EMIS's ESP program teach these lessons and allow students participate in a cross-cultural dialogue that ultimately leads to a more productive, successful economy and society as a whole. DUCO prides itself in helping foster the entrepreneurial spirit in people of all ages and backgrounds. Israel's rich history reveals that it has truly been the innovation nation since its inception. Israeli's have the remarkable ability to create something from nothing, whether it is a flourishing agricultural scene or a thriving economy. Its reputation as the "startup nation" will continue to grow and spread exponentially as more and more of Israel's youth gain access to high-quality entrepreneurship education.


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Underground: When first-year resident Dr. Andrew Alexander finds half-dead Robyn Monroe in his ER, he never dreams she's living a double life as the Valkyrie, one of Chrystal Valley's most notorious street fighters. She longs to escape this dark world, but that's not possible until she pays off her late mother's debt to a corrupt bookie. As a dangerous tournament approaches, Robyn needs Andrew's help, but can she let her guard down enough to let him in?
Redeeming the Night: When the daughter of a Las Vegas politician disappears, private investigator and freshly turned werewolf Eric stumbles onto a frightening series of kidnapped girls. But he finds himself distracted from the case by the mysterious Ashley, on the run from her succubus clan.
Shield from the Heart: After being imprisoned and tortured by Vander Donahughe for months, Merrick Haskell wants revenge. But now Merrick's battling a soul-deep connection with his unexpected rescuer, Sydney Spencer. Her super ability to negate power around her holds the key to stopping Vander from eliminating their friends one by one. Together, they must race against the clock to defeat him and forge a future together.
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Ok I know that my opinion is contradictory to most of you who are going to read this article, and especially if you are a transsexual woman yourself. You will say that my opinion goes with the opinion of all the haters who don't want to see a transsexual woman joining a beauty pageant for genetic girls (GGs, like we call them) because they are homophobic or such. Yes, the bottom line is: I don't think that transsexual women should join beauty pageants meant for real girls. But my argumentation is different…
Last month it exploded like a bomb when the whole world heard the news that a Canadian transsexual model, Jenna Talackova, was competing for Miss Universe Canada. However she was disqualified when MUC (Miss Universe Canada) finds out that she was a post-op transsexual. But her dream of being a beauty queen didn't end here. She fought for her right as a women to join MUC, and she did well since MUO (Miss Universe Organization) finally announced that transsexual women are welcome to join the Miss Universe pageants. So now Jenna is an official candidate vying for the Miss Universe Canada crown and has the chance to join Miss Universe 2012 (the world class pageant) if ever she wins the Canadian competition.
Miss Universe Canada are doing no good for rights equality
It's actually all the opposite. Why? Because MUO accepts Jenna as a women but not as a transsexual women. Jenna talackova is a post-op tanssexual (see difference between post-op, pre-op and non-op). There is nothing wrong in being a post-op transsexual woman, if you follow my blog you know that I respect and admire them. Being post-op (undergoing Sex Reassignment Surgery) is actually one of the requirement to be legally considered a woman in countries like Canada. But does it make Jenna Talackova a real woman? No she is still a transsexual woman, it's her nature, it's where she comes from, and she is probably proud of it. What if Jenna Talackova was a non-op transsexual, what is she still had her penis and had no plans to get rid of it? Would she be alllowed to join Miss Universe? I doubt it.
This actually means that only post-op TS women (TS women who have undergone SRS) can compete for Miss Universe and not the others. Is that equality? I believe not. If Jenna Talackova, who is a post-op transsexual woman, is accepted to join Miss Universe, how about the non-op transsexual women? I don't believe that transsexuals who make the choice to keep their penis (and that's a very private and intimate choice) don't deserve less respect or less rights than those who undergo SRS. Equality is to accept transsexuals the way they are, with the choices they make. It's not to force them to comply to a standard. Will it come a time when transsexuals will not be accepted anymore unless they do SRS?
What would really be good for rights equality for transsexuals
If we want equality for transsexuals, then I believe we should show it in a bigger perspective. I mean we should accept, show same respect and grant same rights to all the transsexual women, whether they are pre-op, post-op or non-op. My proposition is to create a pageant that is as big as Miss Universe that would be for transsexual women only. To consider transsexual pageants as much as we consider traditional pageants. Because transsexualism is not a little thing anymore, it's not anymore a taboo. No it's very present and growing, and it's also diversifying (not all transsexuals plan to do SRS, they want to be accepted even though they keep their male genitals) and so are and should be human rights considerations.
I know most of you in the transsexual community disagree with my point of view and consider the decision of MUO to be an advance in rights equality. My point of view might shock and I understand, especially coming from a man who has a ladyboy girlfriend. Comments are open, I believe many of you would like to debate about it 🙂


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Capitals forward Brett Connolly just joined Jakub Vrana with an NHL first of his own.
After being sprung on a breakaway, Connolly beat Matt Murray over the glove for his first career playoff goal.
Connolly to the house! #ALLCAPS pic.twitter.com/MdZx8iloYR
— Washington Capitals (@Capitals) April 29, 2018
Connolly's goal gave the Capitals a 3-0 lead.
Murray got a piece of Connolly's shot before it eked past the goal line.
Lars Eller has two primary assists on the afternoon. All three Capitals goals in Game Two through two periods have beat Murray glove side.
Kris Letang would answer later in the period. The Capitals took a 3-1 lead into intermission.
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How does Chinese Market work? How can companies promote themselves without Facebook and Google? How do people survive under huge competition there? China is -still- a mystery for foreigners. The country means a huge cake, but before entering the market you will need to answer to this and other questions. To make it easier to
All of us are very well aware of the magnitude of the Chinese online market and, although it is currently the largest Ecommerce market in the world, it is also the most changeable one. From 2 Open, we want to enable your approach to China giving you some practical guidelines about the current state of Ecommerce
Nowadays, we all are very well aware of the importance of Ecommerce on current business. E-Commerce has been a great revolution for companies and customers, helping the exchange of goods and services without geographical barriers via Internet. With most of famous brands selling via e-Commerce and the development of B2B, B2C and C2C markets, the
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From the association of Tencent –owner of the biggest social platforms in China- and JD.com –the leading online direct sales company in the country-, has emerged a new conception of Marketing and Brand Advertising. In 2016 in Beijing, both released a plan based on Ecommerce marketing service called "J&T Plan". The new policy was aimed
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"It could be the darkest day in the history of European stock market." "Brexit", the abbreviation of "British exit" that mirrors the term "Grexit". "Grexit" was created when Greece tried to exit the European Union but failed at last. And now, the Britain makes it. "In current phase, we are not able to realize the


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The Tonight Show host Jimmy Fallon came under fire a few weeks ago for going "soft" on Republican Presidential nominee Donald Trump. Fallon asked Trump endearing questions about his childhood and ruffled his hair – like a scamp! The tone of the interview had many liberals wondering how David Letterman would have torn into Trump if put in the same position. Letterman had a history of inviting Trump on The Late Show just to mock him and some of his more damning bits have even wound up in a Hillary Clinton ad. Well, now we know.
The New York Times caught up with Letterman and asked what he made of Trump's presidential run. Letterman expressed that he was dismayed that Trump was able to get away with mocking people on account of their race, looks, or disabilities. He said, "I thought, if this was somebody else — if this was a member of your family or a next-door neighbor, a guy at work — you would immediately distance yourself from that person." The Times directly asked Letterman if he would have handled Trump differently than Fallon, and here is what he said:
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Summer Heats Up at the San Francisco Symphony
School is out and summer is here, which means families, friends, tourists and locals alike are looking for fun things to do in the City by the Bay. Those long days give everyone a little more time to savor all that San Francisco has to offer, so why not check out a part of the city that is often overlooked?
The Civic Center neighborhood, which bleeds into nearby Hayes Valley, is home to one of the most beautiful buildings in San Francisco, City Hall. On top of that, it's quickly becoming the place to eat, with fast-dining, upscale and street-food favorites all on offer. With the world-famous San Francisco Symphony standing as the crown jewel of the Civic Center neighborhood, you can turn a fun foodie outing into a full-on night on the town. Read on for the perfect pairings of restaurants and performances at the San Francisco Symphony!
For Those Who've Got Soul
Nat King Cole and Aretha Franklin may be gone, but they aren't forgotten, especially by the master musicians at the SF Symphony. Renowned Broadway actor and vocalist Capathia Jenkins, and jazz singer extraordinaire Denzal Sinclaire are set to perform some of Cole and Franklin's greatest hits this July for a sassy night of soul music. First, Sinclaire will take on Nat King Cole's classics, including Unforgettable, L.O.V.E., and Mona Lisa. Then, Ms. Jenkins will step on stage for a powerhouse tribute to the Queen of Soul, Aretha. Audiences will get to hear Chain of Fools, I Will Survive and Respect, among others. To prepare for such a soulful evening, consider stepping into Brenda's French Soul Food for dinner. Snack on crawfish beignets, BBQ shrimp, Chicken Etouffee or muffalettas before stepping back in time at the SF Symphony. Tickets for this tribute to Aretha Franklin and Nat King Cole are available Friday, July 5 and 6, at 7:30pm.
An Evening with Patti LuPone
She's got two Tonys and two Grammys, and is a legend of Broadway. Patti LuPone, known for her star-making turn in Evita, is returning to the Davies Symphony Hall for one night only, so get your tickets fast. LuPone is known for keeping audiences on their toes and is sure to turn in a performance that will have the building trembling with thunderous applause. LuPone will be performing Broadway showtunes from Richard Rodgers, Stephen Sondheim and Cole Porter, among others. Start this fabulous evening out at Jardiniere, where many a San Franciscan goes for their pre-theater ritual. Chef Traci Des Jardin's restaurant serves up California-inspired French cuisine, and it's always delicious. Try the tasting menu – it's sure to pair well with LuPone's signature brand of sassy singing at the SF Symphony. Tickets for this one-night-only event are available for Friday, July 12.
Classic Classical
Those looking for a more traditional night of classical music at the SF Symphony should look no further than the Mendelssohn Violin Concerto at the SF Symphony. Conductor Brett Mitchell will lead the SF Symphony in an exhilarating concert of the masterworks, before one of today's most promising violinists, Canadian Blake Pouliot, will perform the Violin Concerto to what is sure to be a captive audience. Why not start the evening out at Chez Maman, where you can feast on pan-seared petrale sole meunièere, roasted duck confit or classic French crepes? Vive le France! Tickets for this classically French evening are available for Thursday, July 18, at 7:30pm.
A Hamilton Veteran Takes the Stage
Leslie Odom, Jr. took home the Tony Award for Best Actor in a Musical for his dynamic performance as Aaron Burr in the original cast of the Broadway hit Hamilton. He'll be bringing his fantastic performing skills to the SF Symphony for the first time at the Davies Symphony Hall in a concert that no one should miss. Odom has released two solo jazz albums and will be a sensational addition to this summer line-up. Before catching this Grammy-winning performer, why not start the night out at Nightbird? A newer restaurant in the neighborhood, Nightbird has delightfully highbrow California cuisine that will feature seasonal summer treats. There's also a cocktail lounge adjacent to the restaurant where you can indulge in a nightcap or two before making your way to the Davies Symphony Hall. Tickets for Leslie Odom, Jr. are available for July 20 and 21, at 7:30pm.
For the Young – or Young at Heart
Pixar's Up, the story of an unlikely friendship between an old curmudgeon and a young Scout member, took flight in the hearts of audiences when it came out in 2009. Ten years later, enjoy seeing this Oscar- and Grammy-winning classic on the big screen while the SF Symphony performs the music live. Before you bring either family or friends to this wonderfully whimsical performance, stop in at Sam's Diner, which patrons of any age have enjoyed for over ten years. Posters for Broadway's best shows hang on the walls of Sam's Diner alongside musical instruments painted white, and you'll find burgers, fries, grilled cheese and world-famous onion rings on the menu. It's a warm, welcoming environment that will bring you a ton of comfort before you settle in for SF Symphony's performance to Up, which is playing on July 26 and 27 at 7:30pm.
This is just a taste of what the SF Symphony has in store for audiences this summer. Make sure to check their calendar for even more fabulous events. Go to sfsymphony.org for more info.


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Instrumental Music
Westlake Christian Academy's band program is recognized for excellent instrumental music performances in area churches and in the community at large. Students from WCA's band program perform not only for school functions, but also for their respective churches and in musical groups throughout the community. Our goal as a department is to honor God with excellence in the performance of quality instrumental music and to encourage lifelong participation in music.
- Beginning Band – Qualified Westlake and home school students in grades four and up may take the music aptitude test to determine readiness for our Beginning Band program. Beginning Band is for students in their first year of playing a band instrument. Students typically receive one 30 minute group lesson and one full band rehearsal per week, held during the school day. Students in Beginning Band finish the first year by performing in a Spring Beginning Band Concert.
- Intermediate Band – Qualified Westlake and home school students in their second year of band participation who have successfully demonstrated skills above the Beginning Band level make up the Intermediate Band. Students typically receive one 30 minute group lesson and one full band rehearsal per week, held during the school day. The Intermediate Band performs at the Christmas and Spring Concerts. Qualified students may perform at solo and ensemble contests held in the spring semester.
- Concert Band – Concert Band is for students having acquired the skills necessary to play music at an upper junior high to senior high school level, as determined by the director. Students through 8th grade will typically receive one group lesson per week. The full band currently rehearses three mornings per week as part of this program. Westlake's Concert Band performs at school programs, competes at contests, participates in music ministry for area churches and school chapels and participates in the Association of Christian Schools International's music festivals.
Vocal Music
Westlake's Vocal Music department provides both large and small group performance opportunities for Junior High and High School students.
- Choir – Using a wide variety of musical styles from traditional to contemporary, students in our Choir and various small ensembles develop their vocal skills while glorifying Christ and representing Westlake at school concerts and in a number of church and community activities.
- Leadership and Worship – Westlake seeks to provide opportunities for students to express their love for Christ and to develop Christian leadership skills while ministering to fellow believers. Members of this class learn and practice these skills while regularly leading worship in our weekly Upper School chapels.
Elementary students learn the basic elements of music, including musical symbols and notation. Depending on grade level, students learn to play bells and simple wind and percussion instruments. Additionally, elementary students perform in winter and spring concerts.
Visual Arts
Westlake Christian Academy seeks to provide each student with a positive opportunity to develop as a creative individual. God's attributes are most clearly understood as the student perceives similarities between his own creative abilities and the work of God's hands (Psalm 8:3-4). Because God is a God of order, students can learn rules that will help to develop their creative processes, as well as their confidence, self-worth, and sense of responsibility. Respect for materials and respect for others can also be developed. Students can see the importance of creating. They can learn about design elements and learn to appreciate the beauty of all creation as they come to know God as the Creator of the universe–the Master Designer in his power and majesty. They can use the Visual Arts as means to communicate God's truth to a fallen world.
Westlake is proud to offer our students the opportunity to showcase their thespian talents through performance. Each year our teachers select a play which suits our students best. Recently we've presented Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, Pirates of Penzance, Tumbleweed, and Mission: Possible!


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Hard work and determination paid off for the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Collegiate DECA members who attended the 2014 Collegiate DECA Wisconsin State Conference, March 6–8 in Madison, WI.
Justin Lang, a junior UW-Eau Claire marketing and mass communications major from Wausau, WI, was elected Western Region vice president. In addition to promoting the growth and development of Wisconsin Collegiate DECA in Western Wisconsin, Lang will plan and promote the regional conference which will be held at UW-Eau Claire in spring 2015.
Five UW-Eau Claire students were top 3 finalists in their categories thus qualifying to attend the Collegiate DECA International Career Development Conference in Washington DC, April, 23–26. Congratulations to the following students:
- Aaron Polzin, a senior information systems major from Janesville, WI, placed first in Retail Management business simulation.
- Marissa Leners, a sophomore management major from Apple Valley, MN, placed second in Hotel and Lodging business simulation. Teammate Brooke Yoder, a senior marketing analytics major from Sun Prairie, WI, finished third in the event.
- Laurena Schug, a junior marketing major from Glenwood City, WI, finished second in Marketing Management business simulation.
- Lauren Sichterman, a junior information systems major from Wausau, WI, took 2nd Place in the Restaurant and Food Service Management business simulation.
Fourteen UW-Eau Claire students also qualified for the international conference by placing in the top eleven in their category or receiving a score of 70 or higher on the qualifying exam. Congratulations to the following students:
- Grace Bothwell, a freshman marketing major from Janesville, WI, placed fourth in the Marketing Management business simulation. In the same event teammates Allison Secord, a freshman marketing major from La Crosse, WI, placed fifth; Justin Lang, a junior marketing and communication major from Wausau, WI placed 13th; and Brittany Peckham, a freshman entrepreneur major from Oregon, WI placed 14th.
- Dylan Thompson, a freshman health care administration major from Champlin, MN, and Ryan Wisherd, a sophomore management major from Rosemount, MN, finished 4th in the Sports and Entertainment Marketing case study team event. Also placing in the event from were 5th place finishers Anthony Mattei, a freshman business administration major from Savage, MN, and Alec Sommer, a freshman marketing major from Wausau, WI; and 6th place finalists Jack Heruth, a sophomore entrepreneur major from Champlin, MN, and Ben Kapsner, a sophomore marketing major from Maple Grove, MN.
- Ashley Larson, a junior marketing major from Glenwood City, WI, finished 5th in the Fashion Merchandising and Marketing business simulation.
- Dan LaVelle, a sophomore marketing major from Eau Claire, WI, placed 5th in the Retail Management business simulation.
- Nick Sawask, a junior finance major from Appleton, WI, and Maria Sweeney, a junior marketing major from New Brighton, MN, finished 5th in the Business-to-Business Marketing case study team event.
DECA prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs for careers in marketing, finance, hospitality and management in high schools and colleges around the globe. To learn more about the UW-Eau Claire student chapter, contact Aaron Polzin, chapter president, or visit www.uwecdeca.com. Emily Elsner Twesme, Department of Business Communication, is the organization's faculty adviser.


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It was my 50th birthday. I answered the doorbell to find my younger daughter, and her second son. Blonde, blue-eyed, he was wearing a cap, shorts, a t-shirt and carrying a small backpack.
My daughter, not yet diagnosed with bipolar disorder, was frantic and emotional. "I've tried, Mom, but I just can't deal with him. His dad can't take him. If you don't want him, I don't know what I'm going to do."
The words squeezed my heart, sending a lump to my throat. I pushed aside the emotion that threatened to overcome me as I looked at my grandson. He'd seen and heard more than enough of that in his short eight years on this earth.
The boy's domicile had changed more than a dozen times. The face of his primary caretaker had changed only slightly less. The counselor, whose sessions I paid for, had told me that there was no bond between my daughter and her son. Even worse, the constant changes had resulted in Z's development of an attachment disorder.
But there he stood: a bright, innocent child who—for all practical purposes—was facing the world alone. "Yes," I said. "I want him. But this is his final stop." And before the day's end I had papers signed and notarized by both parents naming me as custodial guardian.
My life and Z's changed that day. He was my new priority. I was at every school and recreational activity. We made meals together, shared chores and we talked. But when it came to affection, he wanted none of it.
Several months passed, and we settled into a routine. One afternoon when I picked him up after school he seemed unusually quiet. After a few failed attempts to get him to talk, I gave up.
We were through the front door and I was almost into the next room when he finally spoke. "Did you mean what you said," he asked. I stopped, slightly panicked. "I always try to mean what I say. Can you tell me what I said that you're wondering about?" "The day you said you wanted me. Did you mean it?"
Tears filled my eyes before I could halt them. "Yes. Beyond any doubt I wanted you then and I want you now." He ran toward me so fast that I was frightened, but the arms that locked me in a tight hug brought immediate relief. We cried, I covered him with kisses and we both laughed.
That day was a breakthrough--for both of us. I felt truly encouraged for the first time since he'd come to live with me. For him, the fears and worries he'd brought with him began to evaporate.
No, all the difficulties didn't disappear. But we had a solid foundation of love that we could build upon.
Sometimes breakthroughs with grandchildren are huge, and sometimes so small they might be missed. But all of them are important to the children entrusted to our care. Celebrate every one of them.


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How do you feel about splitting up workouts? Let me clarify a bit. If you workout twice a day (some people do), I'm not talking about hitting a spin class in the AM and some yoga in the PM.
What I mean by splitting up a workout is, say you had to run 5 miles today. You did 2.5 in the AM and 2.5 in the PM, or however you want to split it. Or maybe you do two workout DVDs and decided to split that up, one in the morning and one in the evening.
Do you consider splitting the workout like that, still as an intense or challenging workout? Or do you think splitting it up isn't quite as challenging?
I have mixed feelings on it. On the one hand, I don't think splitting up a run is very beneficial, especially if it's part of a training program. If you have to run 5 miles that day (or 8, or 10 or whatever), I think it should be done in one shot. You can't really build endurance or strength by splitting the mileage. At the end of the day you only end up with a number and not the experience that goes along with it.
Workout DVDs? I'm not sure. And this is what prompted the discussion. This morning I did an arm and leg workout with Jackie. I wanted to do Yoga Meltdown after that but I didn't have time. I plan on doing it this evening before I settle down for the night. Am I still getting a challenging workout in today? I think so though I admit that I don't really like splitting it up!
I would rather have it all over and done with! However we have to pick and choose our battles right? I needed extra sleep this morning, therefore my workouts have to get split up. I'm okay with it though it's not really my preference.
What are your thoughts on splitting up workouts? Do you do it? Do you try to avoid it? I'm curious to know other people's views on the topic.


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David Bowie's wife Iman has paid tribute to her late husband as the one-year anniversary of his death approaches. Today (January 8) also marks his 70th birthday.
Iman posted a black-and-white photo to her Instagram on Friday (January 6). She captioned the photo of the pair, "#fbf #imanarchive #BowieForever."
In June, Iman shared a photo of herself and Bowie, on what would have been their 24th wedding anniversary. "June 6th… 24th wedding anniversary #foreverlove" the model captioned the photo, with the words "The best thing about me is you," written over the snap.
Iman and Bowie married in 1992. They welcomed their daughter Alexandria "Lexi" Zahra Jones in 2000. Bowie passed away on January 10, 2016, after an 18-month battle with cancer. He was 69.
Record producer Tony Visconti has also paid tribute to David Bowie. Tweeting a rare photo of Bowie at Hansa Studios in Berlin in 1980, Visconti wrote: "Happy Birthday dear old friend. Forever."
Happy Birthday dear old friend. Forever.
(Hansa Studios, Berlin, 1980) pic.twitter.com/RVUzZHnnrG
— Tony Visconti (@Tonuspomus) January 8, 2017
Meanwhile, a new EP of Bowie's music has been released along with a video for 'No Plan' to also commemorate his 70th birthday.
As well as the single 'Lazarus', the EP also features tracks recorded for the acclaimed musical of the same name – backed by the bittersweet melancholy of 'No Plan', the dark and menacing jazz-tinged scorched rock of 'Killing A Little Time' akin to his material from 'Outside' and the ambient acid rock of 'When I Met You'.
Recorded around the time of 'Blackstar' for the musical 'Lazarus', these were Bowie's final ever recordings.
A special tribute concert to David Bowie is set to take place at Brixton Academy to mark his birthday tonight (January 8), featuring friend and actor Gary Oldman along with over 30 musicians that collaborated with Bowie throughout his career – and more 'special guests'.


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15 Easy Kid Friendly Dinner Recipes
School is in session which means most families are on the hunt for quick and easy kid friendly dinner recipes. Getting kids to eat is a challenge! I know this because I have 2 of them in my home. The last thing I want at the dinner table is whining and complaining. You too? Ok good. Let's make dinner recipes that everyone loves, kids AND adults.
I've put together a list of 15 of my families go-to (kid approved) dinner recipes. I'd love to hear from you, leave a comment below telling me what your favorite kid friendly recipes are!
15 Easy Kid Friendly Dinner Recipes
Pizza Casserole
This pizza casserole is really easy to make and it makes quite a bit. I love that it tastes just like pizza (if not better) and if you have a small family you'll have leftovers to enjoy the following day.
Easy Pesto Pasta
This recipe makes a debut on a weekly basis. My son Bronson requests it for lunch all the time, he LOVES it!
Grape Jelly Meatballs
This recipe can be considered an appetizer or main course. When making this for dinner I will serve these juicy meatballs over a bed of rice. This recipe uses 3 ingredients… and it's made in the slow cooker (double win)! It's so easy and really really good!
Creamy Dijon Mustard Chicken
Tender chicken breasts are served with a delicious creamy spinach and mustard sauce. This recipe takes just 25 minutes to make!
Johnny Carinos Bowtie Festival
Bowtie pasta served with a creamy garlic Alfredo sauce, tossed with crispy bacon, diced tomatoes, and chicken. This recipe isn't lacking in flavor! This recipe is a copycat version from a famous restaurant in my hometown. Trust me, everyone will want seconds.
Taquitos Recipe
These taquitos are crispy on the outside and filled with a creamy meat mixture on the inside! We love to serve these with a side of broccoli.
Lemon Honey Glazed Salmon
Surprisingly salmon is my 4 year olds meat of choice. He loves fish! If your kids struggle with salmon, make this lemon honey glazed salmon recipe; they won't even be able to tell they're eating fish.
Lemon Pasta Recipe
Basic ingredients and subtle flavors are what this pasta dish is all about.
Tilapia Cakes
If your kids like fish, they'll love these! And even if they don't like fish, they won't be able to tell that's what they're eating. These tilapia cakes are loaded with fresh parsley, onion, celery, and a pinch of red pepper flakes to bring a subtle but welcome burst of heat! Topped with a smear of mayo for added flavor, these tilapia cakes are moist and crazy flavorful.
Curry Chicken and Rice
This is an easy one skillet meal loaded with vegetables, coconut milk, and lots of curry seasoning. Everyone in the family will be running to the table once they smell this cooking!
French Bread Pizza
Possibly the easiest and most affordable meal you'll come across… this French bread pizza will satisfy the pickiest of eaters.
Black Bean and Corn Quesadillas
If meatless Monday's are a thing at your house, add these quesadillas to your rotation. These quesadillas are stuffed with sauted onions, peppers, jalapeños, corn, green chiles, and lots of black beans. It's an easy, FILLING, and yummy meal!
Beef Stroganoff Boats
I've made this recipe for over 15 years, it's one my family loves and requests monthly!
BBQ Pineapple Meatballs
Served along side a bed of rice, these BBQ pineapple meatballs are an easy and satisfying meal.
Baked Chicken Taquitos
These chicken taquitos are crazy good! My son will devour these! I like to serve them alongside my creamy cilantro salsa dressing <–recipe included in the post.
I'd love to hear what your favorite kid friendly go-to dinner recipes are! Leave a comment below.


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Thursday, 20 September 2007
Who or What are the..............................................
Husbands in their Forties
Men in their Forties
Husbands/Men in Midlife Crisis
They need putting on an island for 10 years and then released back into the community. Once living on the island altogether, they will then realize what miserable people they are....................
Oh how I would love to be a bird in the tree (like a fly on the wall) observe a little, and then be able to fly home to my retreat.
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That was heartfelt, Anne!!ReplyDelete
Do ya think men in their 50's might be better????ReplyDelete
Well I would like to think so...or hope so...its like living with a teenager with hormones flying all over the place...did that with my boys!!!!ReplyDelete
I agree completely and thank god Geoff don't fit into any of those categories :-) :-)ReplyDelete
- Anonymous21 September 2007 at 12:33
Sally is always smiling these days,(lovely), and there is something to be said for a man in his 60s!ReplyDelete
Yes Ellee, nice to see that Sally is always smiling...:-)ReplyDelete
Sally..thank god Geoff doesn;t fit into one of these categories...:-)
WL...that was from the heart :-)
Ooh, that's said with feeling!ReplyDelete
Thank you to everyone for commenting, it certainly makes my day. A pleasure to see everyone of you. Old and New.. Blogging not only opens up the world but gives us new friends.


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Be sure to visit these exquisite Old San Juan restaurants
Old San Juan is more than a colorful and enchanting 500-year-old city. It's home to the best restaurants in Puerto Rico, and the food is just as colorful and fascinating.
This historic colonial city hosts a highly sophisticated food scene adept at impressing the toughest food critics. From local fare to contemporary fusion cuisine, Old San Juan is a food Mecca for the adventurous and pleasure-seeking palate.
1. Marmalade Restaurant & Wine Bar
Cuisine: Caribbean, French
Calle Fortaleza 317
San Juan, Puerto Rico 00901
Tel. 787-724-3969
Behind a traditional and unassuming Old San Juan façade, you will find modern, colorful decor, impeccable service and mind-blowing flavors. Led by innovative, globe-trotting Chef Peter Schintler, a veteran of world-class restaurants such as Le Cirque, Marmalade is a must-have experience.
2. Dragonfly
Cuisine: Latin-Asian, Sushi
364 Calle Fortaleza
San Juan, PR 00901
Tel. 787-977-3886
Dragonfly is one of Old San Juan's hippest spots. It succeeds at combining great food with great ambience. Cutting-edge Asian-fusion cuisine served in an super chic, dark red, dimly lit interior makes for a memorable meal. The cocktails are not to be missed. Try a "Dragon Punch," if you dare.
3. Aguaviva
Cuisine: Seaside Latino, Caribbean
364 Calle Fortaleza
Old San Juan, PR 00901
Tel. 787-722-0665
Aguaviva specializes in serving fresh seafood with a Caribbean flair, such as mahi-mahi in guava balsamic syrup or fried red snapper with lobster in plantain mash and butter. You can enjoy fresh oysters at the ceviche bar while you wait for your meal You know what they say about oysters…
Cuisine: French, European
311 Calle Fortaleza
San Juan, PR 00901
Tel. 787-725-7959
If you're in the mood for French fine dining, look no further. Established in a former cinema warehouse in the heart of Old San Juan, 311 Trois Cent Onze features old world charm and class. It has received numerous awards for its classic, refined French cuisine. Oh, and it's perfect for romantic dinners.
5. El Jibarito
Cuisine: Criolla, Puerto Rican
280 Sol Street
Old San Juan, PR, 00901
Tel. 787-725-8375
You can't leave Puerto Rico without having big plate of Comida Criolla, a food like no other. El Jibarito is a Puerto Rican landmark that has been serving authentic traditional Puerto Rican food for decades. Enjoy rice and beans, mofongo, pasteles, cubed steak and onions, spit-roasted pork, fried plantains and much more at moderate prices.


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For the past 6 years Dale and I have thrown a Halloween party on the Saturday before the 31st of October. It's something we've really enjoyed but this year we aren't doing it. I was on the fence about this year and had been struggling to come up with a theme and just wasn't feeling it. For one, I think my creative juices are just … partied out. There was Patrick's graduation party back in June and Jessica's baby shower last month. For another, there has been a lot going on since August with hospital trips and extra time away from home – time that might normally be spent readying and decorating for a party. And finally, the last straw, I found out that the woman who I always hire to help me in the kitchen wasn't available. Boom. The end. No party.
I'm not sad and we're actually going to a party at Tom and Anne's instead and I think taking a year off will give us renewed energy and creativity to get back at it next year. I am, however, reminiscing about my favorite costumes we have worn for the past few years so today, for Three on Thursday, I'm sharing the top three.
Halloween 2016. I was the Undead Librarian and he was Santiago from The Old Man and the Sea.
From 2015, The Undead Saloon party. Dale was Custer and I, well, I had a hard ride on that overland trail.
From 2014, The Scary Circus featuring The Ringmaster and Creepy Clown. This remains my favorite of them all.
Dressing up for Halloween is so much fun, I just love the chance to be someone else for a little while!
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Intermittent disconnections, distorted audio and hours upon hours of endless troubleshooting. Hundreds of complaints, needless expenditure and not a single solution in sight. Welcome to the nightmare that is the Xbox One controller – a controller that isn't fit for purpose.
Hey, Big Spender!
Did you know Microsoft spent around $100 million on research and development when creating the Xbox One controller? It's the kind of crazy figure Austin Powers' Dr. Evil would throw about, but that's apparently how much money went into perfecting and refining the already strong foundations set by the Xbox 360's near-perfect pad.
You'd think, then, that after spending such a phenomenal amount of cash, Microsoft would have considered how the Xbox One controller performs in a typical home environment. You know, surrounded by Wi-Fi signals, near mobile phones or heaven forbid, other devices that operate on a 2.5 GHz spectrum (hint: that's practically everything under the sun).
Well, you thought wrong, because it seems like Microsoft may have overlooked this common scenario. And if you've experienced the same issue that is plaguing so many users since the Xbox One launched, and one that has personally induced premature ageing due to the sheer frustration of it all, you may be wondering exactly what Microsoft spent that money on. I know I do.
To put it simply, there's a fundamental, systematic flaw with how the Xbox One controller communicates with the Xbox One – or in the majority of cases, fails to do so consistently. If you use a headset and Microsoft's proprietary headset adapter (thanks for that), it's more than likely you'll experience intermittent periods of skipping, stuttering and crackling audio, as the controller's connection to the console is attacked by even the smallest wave of interference. This has been happening to me ever since they released the headset adapter back in March 2014, and it's opened my eyes (and ears), to the Xbox One's biggest flaw.
But alas, stuttering audio may be annoying – like really, really annoying. But what happens when the controller decides to disconnect completely? You guessed it: anger, dismay and panic as you lose control of your game for a couple of crucial seconds. And that's when you either wind up dead, a goal down, or stuck spinning around in circles like a total loon as the controller attempts to reconnect, and your opponent takes advantage. Thanks, Microsoft. Thanks a lot.
Remember when that used to happen on the PlayStation 3, Wii or the Xbox 360? Heck, even the GameCube? Nope, neither do I. Because it literally never happened to me after God knows how many hours of gaming during the last generation – unless the controllers ran out of batteries, of course. The Wii U's GamePad, which streams audio and video wirelessly, doesn't suffer the same problem either. But maybe that's because Nintendo had the foresight to run the controller over 5 GHz, a frequency that isn't nearly as congested as 2.5 GHz.
In 2015, it's a disgrace that Microsoft has allowed this game-breaking issue to continue. And the only way to circumvent the problem entirely is by playing wired to the console. Huzzah! Retro gaming FTW!
"But wait!" I hear you cry. "Why don't you just tackle the interference? Surely that way the problems will be solved?"
Ah, such a young naive soul. If only it was that simple.
Determining the cause of interference is like playing pin the tail on the donkey.
You see, determining the cause of interference is like playing pin the tail on the donkey. You're going in blind, but this time no one's guiding you in the right direction. And lo and behold, someone's removed the damn poster, too.
The Xbox One controller, and it's susceptible frequency, is one of life's many mysteries I'm afraid. Some people believe it runs on Wi-Fi direct, which is does not. Others believe it operates on the 2.5 GHz frequency, more than likely. And an old man with an eye-patch once told me it has it's own, unique radio signal. Nevertheless, it's the equivalent of asking whether any one has spotted the Loch Ness monster, or if the Illuminati is real.
Don't Try This At Home
It doesn't affect everyone, clearly. But a quick Google search (heck, use Bing if you're that way inclined) will bring up a multitude of forums, pleas and prayers for Microsoft to fix the issue. I myself have been actively engaged on the Xbox Forums, trying to troubleshoot for others, while providing information for Microsoft's support team. After sending audio clips, detailing all my findings and even spending money beyond my means, Microsoft's support has done nothing, absolutely nothing to participate in solving the issue, other than repeating a load of tired suggestions such as, "have you tried a different controller?"
To put things into perspective, and perhaps to provide some clarity for others, here's what I've tried. Get ready for some serious bullet points (in no particular order) and an insight into how I slowly fell into the depths of insanity.
- Updated the controller to the latest settings.
- Replaced the console.
- Hard reset the console.
- Joined the preview program.
- Left the preview program.
- Turned off and unplugged the router.
- Turned off all 2.5 GHz devices.
- Turned off all 5 GHz devices.
- Used the Xbox One wired to a powerline adapter.
- Re-synced using Kinect.
- Re-synced using the console.
- Re-synced using a USB cable.
- Used the Play and Charge kit.
- Used disposable batteries.
- Used re-chargeable batteries.
- Unplugged Kinect.
- Tried Dolby, DTS, Stereo over HDMI.
- Tried using bitstream audio over an optical cable.
- Moved all games on to an external hard drive.
- Placed the Xbox One high up.
- Placed the Xbox One low down.
- Removed all devices from the Xbox One's vicinity.
- Tried the Xbox One in a different room.
- Tried the Xbox One on a different TV.
- Turned off all power to the lights and sockets at the main circuit breaker.
- Unplugged every device except the Xbox One and TV.
- Tried four different Xbox One controllers.
- Used the Xbox One at someone else's house.
- Renamed the console.
- Used different headsets and another Stereo Headset Adapter.
- Purchased HDMI cables with ferrite cores.
- Replaced the television cable.
- Repositioned the Power Supply Unit.
- Bought a Windows Phone (the sign of a desperate man).
- Removed almost every single piece of furniture or miscellaneous objects from the Xbox One's location (that was a fun day).
- Played in pitch black darkness.
- Sacrificed a lamb spray-painted green in the name of Phil Spencer, Head of Xbox.
- Stayed perfectly still, like a corpse with rigor mortis.
- Stripped naked incase my clothes were causing interference.
- Cried full blown man tears in front of Kinect as I begged it to help me.
- Slept with Kinect.
Note: the only thing that stops any disconnects and audio interference, as I mentioned above, is playing wired to the console.
After a total spend of £198.94, and an embarrassing amount of time wasted, I've finally admitted defeat. To make matters worse, Microsoft has just revealed a new controller, one that forgoes the need for a headset adapter entirely, squeezing acidic lemon juice all over my open wounds and Spartan stomping all over my broken heart. That being said, I'm not convinced this will fix the issue, as the fact still remains that the headset will be tethered to the controller, which means that interference could still cause massive damage. But if they've changed the way it communicates with the console? Well, there might be a glimmer of hope after all.
When I'm lying on my death bed, one thought will spring to mind: why didn't Microsoft use a stronger frequency for their controller!? However, as the light begins to shine, and I take my first step towards those pearly gates, I will be content in the knowledge that I will be free of controller disconnects and interference once and for all. Heaven only has Dreamcasts, don't you know.
UPDATE: If you've been periodically checking this post for any news on whether I've managed to fix this problem then I have some bad news: I haven't been able to. The interference still occurs, and I even bought the Xbox One Elite console which also suffers from this issue. I decided to save up for a pair of Astro A50s, and because they operate independently from the controller (unless you're using chat), the audio has been flawless. The only thing I had to do was stop my router from broadcasting 5Ghz as this is the channel the Astro's use. If you've managed to sort this issue, please leave a comment below!


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Amtrak service suspended, delayed in Mass., RI
Acela trains will not be operating through Sunday in Massachusetts and Rhode Island and lengthy delays are expected on Amtrak's regional service due to a power failure on a rail line in the New York City suburbs.
The problem has caused delays in rail service between New York and Connecticut and massive traffic backups as train commuters turn to cars instead.
It's also having a ripple effect on train service to Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Amtrak said Thursday that its high-speed Acela trains have been canceled between Boston and New York, and that Northeast regional trains are adding cars to accommodate extra passengers. But it said riders should expect lengthy delays.
The New York-based utility Consolidated Edison says the broken circuit could take two to three weeks to repair.


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My Discord:
Well now you can with FGL PRO, simply download the app
on the play store and it will work, this video is a guide on how to use FGL PRO
Spoofing for pokemon go using Fake GPS GO Location SPOOFER FREE has never been easier
-How to downgrade google play services
-How to stop google play services updating
-How to use fgl pro
-How to spoof with no bans
Google play services link:
Google play services 12.6.85:
Pokemon Go Latest Update-
FGL Pro Store Link-
FGL Pro No Ads 188.8.131.52
NOT everyone can spoof.
New apk, new bans with it, New fgl pro app with no bans. 115.2 is safe and update isnt forced yet.
FGL Pro is the only app i recommend as i use it personally.
Cannot spoof android below android 5.2 unless root, or is too new. which is now a bannable offence.
Download fgl pro. dont open.
Go to security settings, disable device admins. Stops your android from detecting that you are spoofing.
My version is currently 12.8.74. (0404080) Numbers behind dont matter.
If you have a newer phone you may not be able to find it. Thus you are kinda screwed.
Uninstall google play services
See you afterwards.
Link in description below for apkmirror website of 12.6.85.
If cant install, try force stopping, clear cache/ data of google play services, disable google play services while installing, turn off phone and restart.
Make sure it is the correct the version or else it will glitch out.
Clear cache and data of maps.
Disable auto updates, disable google PLAY store not SERVICES.
Open developer mode, fgl pro as mock app.
other apps are unsafe and can detect if you have mock locations on.
open fgl pro, allow permissions.
error 11 fixes, try all methods, use data instead of wifi. move joystick, normal to have random popups
error 12 fixes, STOP SPOOFING, your phone may not be compatible, enable secure mocking, make sure app is selected.
LOG in error, if it is stuck halfway, reset poke go, reinstall, restart phone.
log in infinite: relog. If not your phone may not be compatible to spoof on.
YES lag when moving joystick is normal, just deal with it.
My name is urscrewed, and i hope you enjoy the video.
Thanks for watching! 🙂
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A Detailed House, Afar magazine, antique, artisitic, artist KR, brass, chrome, coordinating, Copper, extinguisher, Fire Design, fire extinguisher, stainless steel
It's easy to forget to keep fire extinguishers in the house, but they are essential, especially in the kitchen. But the ones on the market are not the most attractive, so they are squirreled away in places that can be forgotten. That's why having a beautiful one is a great idea. And who doesn't like everything to be pretty 🙂
I found these that were more appealing than the 'norm':