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Available in Matte Black and Machined Grey, Toyota Genuine Alloy Wheels combine tough, individual styling with the strength and durability expected from Toyota. A robust 6 spoke design with a machined outer face provides contrast and form. Manufactured from lightweight aluminium alloy using the latest flow-form technology allows for a lighter, stronger wheel than a traditional cast alloy. Plus a 3 layer paint system ensures excellent paint performance that will not fade. Testing that exceeds the requirement of Australian Standard guarantees the performance of the Toyota Genuine Alloy Wheel meets the expectation of the Toyota owner.
Toyota Genuine Bull Bars are designed and rigorously tested with the vehicle to ensure that all components work together as a system, ensuring correct deployment of airbags. The Toyota Genuine Alloy Bull Bar is made from high tensile aluminium alloy for maximum protection and durability in the harshest conditions. It incorporates fabricated side sections with cast uprights for added stiffness and a premium appearance. It also features a grille to protect the radiator from debris. It features LED combination lamps and daytime running lamps, as well as mounting provisions for driving lights and antennas. The Alloy Bull Bar has variants to fit the Toyota enhanced Warn Winch. Winch fitted on a Winch Compatible Alloy Bull Bar on a Crusade grade shown. RALLYE3003 Driving Lights and Winch are sold separately.
Toyota Genuine Bull Bars are designed and rigorously tested with the vehicle to ensure that all components work together as a system, ensuring 100% deployment of airbags. The Toyota Genuine Premium Steel Bull Bar is made from high tensile steel for maximum protection and durability in the harshest conditions. It incorporates fabricated steel side sections with I-beam uprights for added stiffness and a rugged appearance. It also features a mesh panel to protect the radiator from debris. It includes mounting provisions for driving lights, antennas along with LED combination lamps and daytime running lamps. A Winch fitting Kit is required to fit the Toyota enhanced Warn Winch. Premium Steel Bull Bar fitted on GXL model shown.
The Toyota enhanced Warn Winch combines premium quality and toughness with the most famous name in Winches. Significant engineering development has enhanced the product to meet Toyota's requirements, with electrical components strengthened to safely carry significant electrical loads. All exposed electrical connections have Toyota approved water-proof connectors and unique components such as the Overload Interrupt (OLI) are introduced not only to protect the Winch, but also protect the vehicle electrical systems. Available in heavy duty steel or lightweight synthetic rope* variants, the Winch has 9,000lbs (4082kg) pulling power with high line speed for safe and effective vehicle recovery. Winch Spring Kit required when fitting Winch.
*Recommended to be replaced every 12 months
Constructed with highly-polished stainless steel, the Toyota Genuine Nudge Bar protects your Fortuner from minor knocks and bumps in the urban environment while integrating with its rugged appearance. The Nudge Bar has been subject to Toyota's rigorous strength, durability and environmental testing to ensure its long-term effectiveness. The unique bracket system has been developed in tandem with the vehicle to ensure correct deployment of airbags. Features a mounting platform for driving lights and a styled pressed under guard for additional vehicle underside protection.
The Toyota Genuine Snorkel provides cleaner air to your Fortuner's engine in dusty environments while maintaining optimal air flow and engine temperature. Advanced technology was used during development to calculate and measure airflow rates leading to the creation of a smoother air path. This provides a superior airflow performance. Thorough testing for strength, durability and environmental factors ensure that the Toyota Genuine Snorkel measures up as a worthy addition to Fortuner's rugged suite of accessories.
The integrated design of the Toyota Genuine Bonnet Protector and Headlamp covers complement the Fortuner's appearance while offering added protection to the vehicle from light damage from road debris. They are made from a clear high-strength acrylic that is resistant to cracking and UV discolouration with the Bonnet Protector also available in a dark tint finish. The Genuine Headlamp Covers are attached via robust metal clips that are easy to remove and re-install when cleaning your vehicle.
Mount your Toyota Genuine Bull Bar or Nudge Bar with a range of state of the art designed, robust Driving Lights. RALLYE 3003 Driving Lights combine powerful lighting performance with tough durability so it ensures you are well equipped to take your vehicle in the most extreme off-road environments. RALLYE 3003 Driving Lights fitted on a Winch Compatible Alloy Bull Bar on a Crusade model shown. A set of driving lamp brackets is required (sold separately). Alloy Bull Bar sold separately.
Toyota Genuine Side Rails provide added body protection for off-road driving. Fully compatible with Toyota Genuine Bull Bars and Side Steps, the rails have been subject to Toyota's stringent strength, durability and environmental testing for long-term performance as well as being rigorously tested to ensure correct deployment of airbags. Side Steps & Premium Steel Bull Bar sold separately. Side Rails can only be fitted with the fitment of Side Steps & Premium Steel Bull Bar.
Side Steps assist with vehicle entry and as an elevated platform for roof access. A sturdy connection to the vehicle chassis using high tensile fasteners protects the vehicle body from damage during off-road driving. Side Steps can be purchased as standalone items or be converted for use with rails.
The Toyota Genuine Weathershields restrict the entry of wind and water when driving with windows in the slightly open position. This allows air flow through the cabin without exposing the occupants, interior and trim to the weather. They integrate seamlessly with the Fortuner's styling while meeting Toyota's requirements for strength and durability. Weathershields sold separately.
Made using high-quality materials and tested beyond the requirements of Australian Standards, Toyota Genuine Roof Racks boost the storage flexibility of your Fortuner. They feature patterned rubber strips to reduce drag and wind noise. Toyota has tested the Roof Racks to ensure safety and reliability to strict Toyota standards. Fully compatible with Toyota's range of Roof Rack accessories. Only available on GXL & Crusade grades.
This intelligent solution to bike transportation looks great whilst getting the job done safely. Easily fitted to either side of your Fortuner's roof, the Pro Ride Bicycle Carrier features an adjustable frame holder to accommodate most bike designs without the need to ever remove a wheel. Quick release straps which are adjustable for different wheel sizes hold the wheels securely whilst providing a quick and convenient way to release your bike. For your added security and peace of mind, the Pro Ride Bicycle Carrier can be locked at any time. Roof Racks sold separately. Only available on GXL & Crusade grades.
These ski and snowboard carriers have been aerodynamically designed and built from corrosion resistant, anodised aluminum and allow ski holder opening at the push of a button, enabling easy loading and unloading of skis and snowboards, even whilst wearing thick ski gloves. Developed with both security and care in mind, the key lockable Deluxe Ski/Snowboard Carriers are gentle on your gear whilst securely holding everything in place. Available in two lengths to suit your lifestyle, carrying up to four skis or two snowboards, or alternatively up to six skis or four snowboards. Roof Racks sold separately. Only available on GXL & Crusade grades
This nifty Kayak Carrier comes complete with four adjustable rubber supports that cradle the hull of your kayak, surfboard or small boat. Whilst gripping securely to hold firmly in place, the fit is gentle so as not to damage your watercraft. Includes straps. Roof Racks sold separately. Only available on GXL & Crusade grades.
Carry your cargo with confidence with the Alloy Roof Tray. Featuring extruded aluminium profiles for strength, anodised silver for corrosion resistance, and black rounded glass reinforced nylon fittings and handy internal tie down eyelets help to secure your load. The Alloy Roof Tray is rated to 62kg load capacity when evenly distributed and fitted in conjunction with Roof Racks (sold separately). Note that the load capacity of Roof Racks fitted to the vehicle must not be exceeded.
Fortuner's Toyota Genuine Tow Bar is developed and tested together with the chassis commencing 5 years prior to vehicle launch. This is critical to ensure the strength, durability and integration of both the tow bar and the vehicle and is a key benefit of a Toyota Genuine Tow Bar. Evaluation is conducted to Toyota Standards which are beyond the minimum Australian Standards and Design Rules. The result is a robust design that has been rigorously tested to maintain Toyota's reputation for quality, durability and reliability. Its sturdy fabricated steel construction allows Fortuner to safely tow heavy trailers, caravans or boats with a braked towing capacity of 3,000kg, and is compatible with the Toyota Genuine Load Distribution Hitch (sold separately).
Toyota Genuine Load Distribution Hitch improves vehicle control and stability when towing. The Toyota Load Distribution Hitch (LDH) assists in correctly distributing load back over the front axle of the tow vehicle. Toyota LDH's are designed and tested with Toyota Genuine Tow Bars to meet the Australian Design Rule strength standard and stringent Toyota system durability standards. The LDH in conjunction with the Toyota Genuine Tow Bar leads to improved handling, braking control and reduces trailer sway leading to an overall safer and trouble free towing experience. Towbar, Towball & Trailer Wiring Harness each sold separately.
The Toyota Genuine Alloy Wheel Lock Nut Set means your alloys can be securely locked, helping to protect them from would-be thieves. The strong, premium-quality chrome-plated wheel nuts come with a secure-coded key to lock the alloys in place without detracting from their style and appearance.
The Toyota Genuine Cargo Barrier brings a higher level of occupant safety when carrying cargo that may move while driving. Designed specifically for Fortuner, the Cargo Barrier is built from high-strength steel for impact resistance and is powdercoated for a lasting, corrosion-resistant finish. Its clever design means that child seats can be installed even when the cargo barrier is fitted. Built and tested to Toyota standards for impact resistance, the Cargo Barrier is also designed to work in conjunction with the vehicle's safety systems for maximum passenger protection.
Toyota Genuine Seat Covers are made using a tough, durable canvas for seat protection during heavy use. They have been tested for resistance to abrasion, pilling, heat ageing and fading, and are designed for a snug fit to the seat for maximum comfort. Specially designed and tested air bag seams ensure that the seat side air bag deployment is not affected when the Toyota Genuine Canvas Seat Covers are installed and items such as seat belt buckle, child seats restrains, ISOFIX anchorage and adjustment controls remain fully accessible. The Seat Covers are easily installed and removed for cleaning. Only available on GX & GXL grades.
Designed to look and feel like the vehicle seats themselves, Toyota Genuine Fabric Seat Covers closely follow the seat contours for a snug fit, enhancing comfort and durability. Made from high grade fabric and specially designed and tested air bag seams ensure that the seat side air bag deployment is not affected when the Toyota Genuine Fabric Seat Covers are installed and items such as seat belt buckle, child seats restraints, ISOFIX anchorage and adjustment controls remain fully accessible. The Seat Covers are easily installed, removed for cleaning and are also machine washable for convenience. Fabric Seat Covers only available on GX & GXL grades.
Toyota Genuine Carpet Floor Mats are tailored to fit your Fortuner and are easy to remove and clean. The driver's mat is equipped with retention clips to help keep the mat in position and protects your carpet from premature wear and stains.
The Toyota Genuine Rubber Floor Mats are tailor-made to fit your Fortuner using high-quality materials. The raised edge lip prevents mud and moisture from reaching the carpet – especially around the sides of the mats. They are styled to match Fortuner's ruggedness and also designed to slow down any fluids that might rush forward/rearwards due to vehicle accelerations, reducing the risk of fluid overflow, protecting the inside of your Fortuner so it stays new for longer. The simple shallow pattern also allows for easy cleaning using a water hose.
The Toyota Genuine Cargo Mat is tailored to fit your Fortuner and provides additional protection against liquid spills or debris damaging your vehicle carpet. The mat is specifically designed to complement the Fortuner's rugged and tough styling. It's easily removable allowing for a quick and easy clean when required.
It's always advisable to have a first aid kit in the car because you just never know what lies around the next corner. Designed by St John Ambulance, the first aid kit features 16 different items, including an essential First Aid Quick Reference Guide and must-have medical supplies for the person on the go. Personal First Aid Kit shown.
[G6] Towing capacity subject to regulatory requirements, towbar and vehicle design and towing equipment limitations. Ask your dealer for Toyota Genuine Towbar capacity and availability details.
[P4] Toyota Genuine Accessories are not applicable to all models/grades. See your Toyota Dealer to confirm Accessories suitable for your vehicle. Toyota Australia uses its best endeavours to ensure material is accurate at the time of publishing. All information must be confirmed with your Toyota dealer at the time of ordering, as specifications, applicability and availability may change over time. Colours displayed are a guide only and may vary from actual colours due to the printing/display process. Toyota Australia reserves the right to change and/or discontinue, without notice, prices, colours, materials, equipment and specifications. To the extent permitted by law, Toyota Australia will not be liable for any damage or loss incurred from relying on the information and images contained in this material. Consider the mass of your load and your selected accessories to ensure your vehicle will not exceed gross vehicle mass limits. Certain accessories when fitted may require removal of standard equipment, which may be retained by Toyota. Visit toyota.com.au/vehiclepayload. Distributed nationally (other than in Western Australia) by Toyota Motor Corporation Australia Limited ABN 64 009 686 097. Material distributed in Western Australia by or on behalf of Prestige Motors Pty Ltd (for vehicles) and by Eastpoint Pty Ltd (for parts/ accessories). Toyota Australia makes no warranties regarding (and will not be liable for) accuracy of materials distributed in Western Australia. Proof: T2019-012326. Published: 01/08/2019.
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27 December 2011
Family Christmas Lunch: Henkell, Oysters, Prawns and Rekorderlig (25 Dec 2011)
5 comments:
- BGDino said...
Hi Simon! Congratulations to you and your partner on the arrival of baby Isabelle. Looks like you had a great Christmas... how awesome is Rekordelig??? I just discovered it the other day.
PS. I think I walked past either you or your brother at the hospital the week before Christmas :P
- December 27, 2011 at 4:42 PM
- Tina said...
Looks like a great Chrissy feast, Simon. Those flavoured ciders are a little on the side of hideous though, I thought. Tried three of them and will never stray from apple and pear ever again.
- December 27, 2011 at 5:03 PM
- Simon Leong said...
hi BGDino, quite possibly it was me at the hospital. if you saw me carrying a black camera bag then it was probably me :-) be sure you say hi next time.
hi tina, the straight apple one was my favourite so far but i have had a chance to try all of them yet. some of them seem to be very sweet though so i don't think i could drink a lot of it.
- December 28, 2011 at 12:06 PM
Yum! Especially the seafood + cider, great Xmas lunch!
- December 28, 2011 at 5:18 PM
- Simon Leong said...
hi lateraleating, seafood is always a must at my family xmas lunches
- December 28, 2011 at 6:02 PM
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LONDON - Prince Albert II of Monaco faces a paternity test after his wedding to Charlene Wittstock following claims that he has fathered a third child out of wedlock, officials have confirmed.
The wedding was a glittering affair, the likes of which have not been seen since Prince Rainier III married Hollywood icon Grace Kelly in Monaco more than half a century ago.
Amid the splendour of the Mediterranean principality's Italian Renaissance palace, Prince Albert of Monaco and Charlene Wittstock, the former Olympic swimmer, had their marriage blessed in a Roman Catholic service on Saturday.
Among the guests at the ceremony, which followed a civil service on Friday, were crowned heads of Europe, heads of state and celebrities – there to see Wittstock, the daughter of a South African photocopier salesman, became Her Serene Highness Princess Charlene de Monaco.
But as the couple took their vows, Prince Albert's colourful past threatened to overshadow the proceedings.
It has now been revealed that, following the couple's civil ceremony, a senior palace official confirmed rumours that Prince Albert is likely to undergo the test after claims that he has fathered a third child.
The French news agency Agence France-Presse said anonymous officials spoke of "the truth" of a reported falling out between the couple earlier in the week and of a probable demand that Prince Albert take a paternity test.
Albert already has a 6-year-old son, Alexandre, through a former Togolese air hostess, Nicole Coste, and a 19-year-old daughter, Jazmin, with Tamara Rotola, a U.S. estate agent.
Despite the development, none of Albert's illegitimate children will have a claim to the throne under Monaco law, a source said. "Even if a third or even a fourth child is confirmed Albert will not have an official heir until Princess Charlene bears him one," he added.
The French magazine Public has claimed that Prince Albert fathered "two new illegitimate children," saying one is understood to be 18 months old and the son of an Italian woman who is preparing to take her story to the press.
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14 Easy No-Bake Valentine Treats to Make With Your Kids
Are you looking for some sweet treats to make with your kids this Valentine's Day?
Looking for a favorite kid-friendly food with a Valentine's twist for your festivities? Perhaps a heartfelt, heart-shaped snack to surprise your family?
The editors of My Kids' Adventures searched the Internet for unique valentine snacks that are easy and fun to make together.
In this article I'll share our favorite 14 no-bake valentine treats to make with your kids.
Why Make Valentine Treats?
Valentine's Day is such a sweet holiday. What better way to celebrate the day devoted to love than to create something sweet and beautiful with your favorite kids?
Creative cooking projects are lots of fun for children of all ages. They're a great way to share valuable life skills without it feeling like a chore. And when the end result is something cute that you can eat, everybody wins!
So tie on an apron, hand 'em a spoon and encourage your kids to play with their food by making some of the festive valentine snacks below.


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Around 1.30 this afternoon I walked into my gym and cancelled my membership.
As you've oft heard me mention, one of my real bug-bears about city dwelling is the hamster-wheel style exercise that gyms force us into. Round and round on a running machine that goes nowhere, backwards and forwards on a rowing apparatus that has never seen water, and spinning on a bike that has never touched a road. Yes, it's exercise in its purest form but I find it so BORING. There's no wind in my hair, no satisfaction delivered by an amazing view, and certainly no fresh air to appreciate when you slow down.
All that aside, I have patiently, and uncomplainingly (well – most of the time) gone to the gym before work 3 – 4 times a week for the past 2 1/2 years.
I have clambered onto a bike every Monday morning and let some testosterone crazed megalomaniac shout at me for 45 minutes while every single part of my body (including my eyeballs) sweats enough moisture to maintain one of Danny's tomato plants.
On Wednesdays I have watched as the bendiest woman I've ever seen tries to convince me that touching my toes with my nose is just a matter of willpower and good breath control.
On Thursdays I've dumped 22kg of weights onto a dumbbell and squatted up and down in time to a dance version of Andrew Lloyd-Webber's Phantom of the Opera.
And on the odd motivated Friday (usually brought on by an excessive consumption of cakes during the week) I have clambered onto the running machine, attached my iPod to my left bicep, and run a few miles at a hill gradient of 1.0 as someone once told me that that ensures you can seamlessly transfer running indoors to outdoors (in my experience that hasn't been the case but the paradigm won't shift).
All in all, the weeks have been a variation of the above for about 30 months, and cancelling my membership was a momentous occasion. It is the first shackle that I've shed which physically signifies my move from city dweller to St Ives dweller. It's also a budget and time based decision. With everything going on at the moment I need both my evenings and mornings. Evenings with Danny for organising, planning, and discussing, and mornings for clarity, peace and preparation (and a little extra sleep). Trying to fit in the gym, along with the guilt suffered when I don't manage it, just doesn't seem worth it.
And I have to say – it feels good… it was wonderful to wander into the sweaty, noisy circus that is my gym in The Plaza on Oxford Street, and not do anything but have a drink of water and fill in a form: And it felt good to wake up this morning knowing that of all the things in store for me today, struggling up a deserted, dark Oxford Street to an over-heated, over-air-conditioned environment wasn't going to be one of them; and it will feel even better when £70 doesn't come out of my account next month.
I am pleased to report that I am suffering no pangs of guilt, no need to desperately justify what I'm going to do instead, and no fear of what the gym bunnies I know will think of me. It was just one of those priorities that is no longer a priority; there are more important things in life for the next 12 months or so. It's exciting and freeing, and tangible evidence of how my life is going to change beyond all recognition.


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The historic Avalon Club in Hollywood was the setting for the launch and benefit of teen actress Cassidy Mack's Foundation called, "Love Gives Chances." Her parents, Jenn and Mike planned the surprise for Cassidy's benefit to coincide on her 14th birthday.
The party began when an unsuspecting Cassidy entered the room planning to make a speech about her Foundation. Instead, she was faced with over 300 guests standing and applauding her.
It was astounding that her parents were able to invite so many people who kept the party a secret.
After hugs and a few tears from well-wishers, a reluctant Cassidy approached the stage and spoke from the heart about her journey from being neglected and abused while in the foster care system to knowing real, unconditional love through her "forever" family. She spoke about how her life has changed significantly since she was adopted eight years ago.
Looking pretty and petite, Cassidy Mack stood before a mesmerized group capturing everyone's attention. With the wit and confidence of a seasoned professional, she spoke eloquently about her early years of abuse and neglect in the foster care system and how fortunate she is to have been adopted into a loving family.
Cassidy also admitted that she wasn't exactly the poster child for good behavior. Today however, she has channeled that feisty, head strong determination into a cause she is passionate about. Her goal is to show kids in the foster care system that there are people in the world who care about them and that they too can realize their dream.
Although the first six years of Cassidy's life were far from ideal, two caring individuals helped her to find her métier, through singing and acting in musical theater. She began to take acting seriously after a chance meeting with Ryan Gosling and decided to become an actress.
Cassidy has since enjoyed appearing in commercials, short and feature films and has had several co-star roles on television.
The foundation launch party was also an opportunity to bring together the diverse group of friends that Cassidy has met while working in film and television. Among the attendees were her voice coach, kids from her acting group, and even a couple of security guards from a major film studio. A real surprise guest was her former caseworker Lori. Lori has known Cassidy from the time she was born. Lori's parents also flew in from Texas to honor the little girl who had been taken out of the foster care system and was given an opportunity to lead a happy and wholesome life. A comment from Lori sums it up "I have known Cassidy since the day she was born, and I am so proud to see her thriving and happy. Further commenting, "it is apparent from the number of people in this room that Cassidy has touched the lives of so many." Entertainment was provided by her best friend, Britt Flatmo who sang Cassidy's favorite song, "Coming Home". Actor Dexter Darden, also a member of Cassidy's growing extended family, served as MC of the festivities and sang a ballad accompanied by songwriter and guitarist, Austin Powell.
There were a number of recognized sponsors for the benefit including: Theresa Rose Designs, Mary's Cake Shop, Cowboy Professional, Whole Foods Hollywood, Moonhill Productions, Charity Tunes, Chick Fil-A Hollywood, Kazandjian Photography, The Online Photoshop, Andre Gordon of 4 Horseman Films, and Becca Flinn , her Acting Coach. There was also a silent auction donated by her vocal coach, Johnathan George.
Cassidy proudly says, "My goal is to empower Foster Youth and encourage them to find the courage to go after their dreams." No doubt she will.
For information on Cassidy's organization go to: http://lovegiveschances.org/


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Good books
I did my usual trip through on Paul Morgan's Coch-y-Bonddu book site, and found more great offers than I usually do. I thought I'd share some of them with you.
I just did as I do once in a while: go through the tempting pages of Coch-y-Bhondu's bargain books. I always find something I want and mostly order a whole bunch of books.
But this time I also found quite a bit that I already have, but at very good prices, and I thought I'd share it with you. If you are into books, here's a list of really inexpensive books, which I can all warmly recommend. They are all in my bookshelf, and could be in yours at the click of a mouse.
Just to set things straight: I am not in any way affiliated with the bookstore. I know Paul, the owner well and love the store, but I pay for my books and get no kickback for recommending these titles - even though owner Paul Morgan has sent me various review copies over the years.
I just think these are good books at a good price, and found it suitable to send the fruit of my browsing on to you.
Pattern books
Oliver Edwards' Flytyer's Masterclass
Oliver Edwards
9.95£ (15.50 US$, 11.75 Euros)
One of the real classics in fly-tying with some great fly patterns and exquisite illustrations, both drawings and photos. A must have for any stream fisherman. The GFF review is found here.
The World's Best Trout Flies
John Roberts
9.95£ (15.50 US$, 11.75 Euros)
An excellent book with lots of great patterns from tyers all over the world and some really pretty and useful drawings. Read our review here.
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VANCOUVER - Provincial exams for grades 10 to 12 and final marks for Grade 12s will go ahead, but summer school remains up in the air.
The Labour Relations Board ruled Thursday that those exams and marks are essential services, although the details will have to be ironed out by school districts.
The LRB said school districts will need to determine the number of teachers necessary to supervise provincial exams and enter final grades, with an effort to minimize the number required. The LRB ruling also prevents teachers from picketing in front of entrances designated for students to get to exams and says it is essential that staff and teachers determine which students should be designated as special needs for the fall.
While the employer has said they will lift the lockout to allow summer school to proceed, the British Columbia Teachers' Federation has only said they remain committed to getting a deal by the end of June, not saying what will happen if June 30 passes without a deal.
There is no indication if pickets would continue or if summer schools would be shut down.
Both sides have said they will negotiate throughout the weekend.
The strike notice and the LRB ruling have left school districts scrambling to figure out how they will wrap up the year with all of the uncertainty.
Vancouver school board chairwoman Patti Bacchus said June is always busy, but the labour strife is overloading management as they grapple with how to get exams and report cards done, shut down for summer, plan for summer school and plan for fall.
In regards to report cards, the essential services ruling only addresses final grades for Grade 12 students. Bacchus said simplified report cards for elementary students might be a possibility and Fassbender said since students have already completed most of the required work, it might be possible to get final grades to parents, but he wasn't sure how it would happen.
Unless a deal is reached this weekend, B.C. teachers will begin a full-scale strike on Tuesday, with an all-day, off-site "study session" planned for Monday, B.C. Teachers' Federation president Jim Iker said Thursday.
"We hope that escalation can actually be avoided," Iker said, adding that the teachers have revised their wage proposal and hope to be studying a settlement deal on Monday.
"I am hopeful. We are going to work as hard as we can to make the movements that we need to make and get a deal," Iker said. "Let's get the deal this weekend and there won't be a walkout."
Iker would not give the details of the teachers' revised wage offer, but said teachers would be available to bargain all weekend, in hopes of a deal.
Like Iker, Education Minister Peter Fassbender said the government is prepared to bargain 24-7 to reach a deal. He also said he is "optimistic" about the BCTF's revised proposal.
Premier Christy Clark wants a negotiated settlement, Fassbender said, adding that a facilitator is now "playing an enhanced role in bargaining."
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Clark told reporters in Vancouver that she is pleased both sides are going to bargain over the weekend.
"I don't want to have a false sense of optimism about that, but I have always said the only way we are going to get to an agreement is if the parties come to the table willing to talk, ready to bargain, and I think it's really good news there is a revised offer on the table and time set aside to really really bargain hard," Clark said. "You never know, if they sit and really work at it hard with a real will to get there they could have an agreement by the end of the weekend. ... If they do then it will mean parents and their kids don't have to worry about a strike next week. And that is my wish."
The study session planned for Monday falls under the rotating strikes of stage two of the job action, which allowed for schools to be closed one day each week, Iker said. As such, it only requires 48 hours notice, unlike the full-scale strike, which requires 72 hours notice, he said. Teachers will not be paid during Monday's job action, and they will review the BCTF's bargaining package during that time, BCTF said.
The Labour Relations Board referred to Monday as a one-day rotating strike in its ruling.
Students at Richmond's two year-round elementary schools have been told to bring all of their belongings home today in case the strike action continues past the end of June.
In Cariboo-Chilcotin, the 28 elementary students who attend classes until July 24 on a so-called balanced calendar will be told to treat todayas the last day of school, said district superintendent Mark Thiessen.
"We will be giving the same message to those students that we're giving to everyone else, so we'll be asking those students to clean out their belongings," he said.
If the strike continues throughout the summer, those children could miss a full six weeks of classes.
On Thursday night, Vancouver school board vice-chairman Mike Lombardi said that trustees had voted in a special meeting on a motion urging Clark to meet with Iker and to reinstate the right to bargain on class size and composition. The successful motion also called for the union and province to use a special mediator to help them reach a deal before Monday.
New Democrat education critic Rob Fleming said in a statement that it's time for both sides to sit down and get serious about negotiation.
"The B.C. Liberal government needs to start acting like adults and take responsibility for the chaos they have created over more than a decade of confrontation in our public education system. Parents and students deserve a deal that puts public education first," Fleming said.
Iker said that the government needs to bring funding to the table and a proposal to address class size, class composition and specialist teacher ratios to get a deal.
"For the last 12 years, we've been operating under illegal provisions," Iker said, referring to two B.C. Supreme Court decisions that found the government violated the constitution when it stripped class size and composition clauses out of the teachers' contract in 2002. That government is appealing that decision and a court date has been booked for the fall.
Iker also said teachers want a fair wage increase.
"No other public sector group has been offered four years of zeros," Iker said.
Teachers voted 86 per cent Tuesday to escalate their job action.
The employer is offering a 7.3 per cent wage increase over six years. Teachers are asking for a 9.75-per-cent increase plus a portion of cost of living over four years. In Vancouver, a starting teacher earns $48,083 and the top salary level — reached after 10 years of work, for a teacher with a master's degree in education — is $81,488. The BCTF says the average teacher's wage is $71,485.
Teachers are also asking that class size and composition rules and specialist teacher ratios be restored to their contract.
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Monday, August 13, 2007
Ximena's El gazpacho de Escolástica, or the best gazpacho in the world
Last weekend, after a day of forageing the forest for wild mushrooms and forest berries, we stocked up on tomatoes in one of the local supermarkets. I'm extremely relieved to note that Ximena totally approved of the tomatoes available, as I was a bit worried she'd declare them incomparable to the Spanish ones and utterly unsuitable for gazpacho-making. She then whipped up a large batch of El gazpacho de Escolástica to feed six hungry diners. Her brilliant gazpacho was served as the starter that night, followed by three types of fried wild mushrooms picked earlier during the day (gypsy mushrooms, various ceps, yellow chantarelles) and a dessert of Finnish bread cheese in a creamy rum sauce and served with fresh cloudberries.
Anyway, back to the gazpacho..
I must say that I haven't had much gazpacho in my life. I've only been to Spain once, in 2004, and spent most of the time either catching or recovering from sunstroke (stroke) heatstroke. But even with my limited gazpacho experience I can say that Ximena's gazpacho was indeed outstanding - smooth and silky, excellent-tasting, beautifully coloured, so simple, yet so sophisticated. And J., Ximena's darling husband, agrees, and claims this gazpacho is as good as his mother's - which, as we all know, is the ultimate compliment from any Mediterranean man ...
So head over to Ximena's blog for that gazpacho recipe. I'll be stocking up on tomatoes later this week, hoping that I manage to convince Ximena to whip up yet another batch of it coming weekend..
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- MyKitchenInHalfCups said...
It is time to start the annual great gazpacho feed. It seems every year when tomatoes hit their high time, I start making gazpacho and have it every day for lunch at least. Sometimes dinner too.
- 1:28 pm, August 13, 2007
- Lydia (The Perfect Pantry) said...
I've been making gazpacho for a few weeks, ever since the tomatoes hit the local farm stands. I'm not sure Ximena would approve of my slightly nontraditional recipe! It's fun to imagine the two of you having a holiday together, as I adore both your blog and hers.
- 2:02 pm, August 13, 2007
This is something I love to have when the weather's hot (which is often over here) :) Nice to see you guys are having fun!
- 3:18 pm, August 13, 2007
- Alanna Kellogg said...
OH MY -- I'll have to wait til Wednesday but know just where to get the Italian frying peppers she lists ...
- 4:13 pm, August 13, 2007
Oh, I've had my eye on that recipe for a while! I'm glad to hear it has your seal of approval - now I really can't wait to try it!
- 7:32 pm, August 13, 2007
- Figs, Bay, Wine said...
That's so funny, I posted on gazpacho yesterday too! I guess it's just that time of year. We're all hot and in need of refreshment! Yours looks lovely.
- 8:03 pm, August 13, 2007
So inviting Pille! Love the light on your last photo!
- 4:13 am, August 14, 2007
- K and S said...
this sounds so refreshing! I may have to give it a try!
- 9:18 am, August 14, 2007
- Karen Baking Soda said...
If I promise to make this delicious looking/sounding gazpacho can someone send some of the weather that goes along with it to the Netherlands? Please?
- 9:32 am, August 14, 2007
- Thredahlia said...
Gazpacho on tõesti midagi, mida peaks proovima ise valmistada ja selle kodumaal ära maitsma. Mul pole olnud au kumbagi teha. Mõlemad on pikemas perspektiivis plaanis :P
PS! Mul on selline karvane tunne, et me jagame lauakatteid :D
- 10:26 am, August 14, 2007
- Kalyn Denny said...
How fun learning about Gazpacho from the talented Ximena. We're going on two weeks of temperatures over 100 F here in Utah, so I'm thinking I need to make some gazpacho myself.
- 5:05 pm, August 14, 2007
- Pille said...
Tanna - that sounds healthy and fun!
Lydia - we had great time together, and as they had great time on the island, too, then it may have not been our last time to meat. Looks like a beginning of a beautiful friendship:)
Will you be sharing your non-traditional gazpacho recipe?
Joey - it was wonderful meeting Ximena indeed!
Alanna - mmm. Did you find the Italian peppers? We actually used the 'normal' red bell pepper from the supermarket - apparently that's fine, too.
Melissa - a very definite seal of approval!!! PS Do you need more suluguni cheese?
Figs Olives Wine - your green gazpacho looked really refreshing - I need to give that one a go, too!
Bea - thank you! The light here during summer is wonderful - still never fails to amaze me!
K&S - refreshing, and very easy, so definitely worth trying!
Baking Soda - it might have - finally! - moved towards west. The hot weather, I mean, as suddenly the temperatures are extremely tolerable here in Estonia:)
Thredahlia - võimalik. Sobisid hästi me söögilauaga.. Tallinna Kaubamaja kodukaupade osakond:)
Kalyn - I felt really privileged indeed!
- 1:23 pm, August 19, 2007


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Children's Hospital says it will review security procedures
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Children's Hospital said it is moving forward one day after Milwaukee police shot a man in the hallway of the neonatal unit.
The hospital sent counselors to visit every room Friday to see how families were doing.
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It also said it will provide additional counselors and social workers to anyone who needs them.
The hospital said it plans to review its security procedures in the wake of Thursday's shooting.
"Any incident like this gives us the opportunity to learn and to look at ways that we can use additional measures, if necessary, so what we will do is look at this incident, do several debriefs, work with law enforcement, and then if we find opportunities for improvement, we will do so," Children's Hospital Chief Medical Officer Dr. Michael Gutzeit said.
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"We seem to be forgetting that there were two men wrestling with a guy who had a .40-caliber loaded pistol. They didn't have their guns out when they were wrestling with this man. That's a risk they were assuming on everybody's behalf," Milwaukee Police Chief Ed Flynn said.
Flynn lashed out when reporters asked why two officers from District 3 went alone to Children's Hospital alone after getting a tip that a wanted felon who might be armed was at the neonatal ward.
When confronted, the suspect bolted, pulled a gun, and an officer shot him in the arm. After a bloody chase and struggle, police arrested 22-year-old Ashanti Hendricks.
Children's chief medical officer declined to comment on the police response.
"Our focus is on the best and safest care for our patients, and I refer any questions related to law enforcement to MPD," Gutzeit said.
But several high-ranking law enforcement officers, who declined to be named, said the Milwaukee police response could have had catastrophic results had the suspect decided to take his or other babies hostage, or if he'd been able to escape, the hunt for an armed suspect could have shut down several buildings in the medical complex.
Police sources said the officers should have know this arrest could be difficult. Hendricks has a record of repeated arrests for drugs, guns and fleeing police.
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Meanwhile, Hendricks is in the county jail facing charges related to Thursday's incident, and the pending drug, gun and fleeing case for which he was a wanted man.


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Notwithstanding applying for jobs, fretting over passing the bar, putting things in place for solo practice, and helping around my Dad's house, I have made an effort to resurrect my 1956 Dodge from the garage. Here is how dirty about five years had made her. She had so much dirt that some of the seams, like around the trunk, were full of dirt.
The battery was dead so I put a new one in. As a tribute to Dodge, a new battery and the car cranked over and started up after about 30 seconds! I had absolutely no brakes, but I moved it into the driveway where I could more easily work on it. I gave her a good bath and washed off more than a few millimeters of dust in several places. There in the driveway I bled the brakes, vacuumed her out (and her numerous mouse nests, what a heart-breaker), and prepped her for more use.
We still have some of the original marketing materials that came with the car in 1956 and I knew one of the marketing themes was "Oh, You Beautiful Dodge!" I knew the song was "Oh, You Beautiful Doll" modified for Dodge's purposes (and with the help of Lawrence Welk). So that one line I kinda hummed under my breath as I worked through my various tasks. I decided I would check to see if I could find the commercial. Voila, Youtube has a copy.
Kinda catchy and I am jealous of the singer's low voice. There is another interesting commercial about the creation of the Dodge as a piece of art, as an automobile.
Since money is tight, some of the necessary fixes will just have to wait. I am afraid the master brake cylinder will have to be replaced as well as the cylinders in both back brakes since they grab and both seem to be leaking brake fluid. One of the valve covers appears to have the gasket completely missing so she throws out a healthy dose of oil when she gets hot. Additionally, the transmission which slipped even 10 years ago slips worse than ever. Storage is never good on a vehicle and where the dirt has sat on some of the fenders and a little moister have added some rust bumps in the paint. She has some cancer in a few areas. I am afraid she will need a good going through and probably a paint job to restore her to her true colors (white top of the cab, charcoal not grey, and yellow which is pretty close).
Here is a picture of her all cleaned up on the outside, I have not done anything beyond vacuuming inside, with Aliza and me. I hope we can get her squared away to make her a regular Sunday driver.


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Here are some past favorites:
- An army of loveI got this idea from Cher at Love Actually. I bought a package of army men, attached small notes with things I love about him and placed them all in a container with a label reading Army of Love. It was perfect for my former soilder.
- Thinking about you white board
This is really easy. I just took a photo, added a thought bubble with photo-editing software such as Photoshop and put the image in an inexpensive frame. You simply add messages with a dry erase markers. (Note: Make sure the frame has a glass covering. Dry erase markers will not always wipe off on plastic.)
- Date of the Month ClubI liked this so much that Blake is getting this for a second year in a row. All you have to do is make a card detailing a date for each month of the year. The dates don't need to be extravagant. We went on bike rides, carved pumpkins and homemade pizza.
If you need some ideas, check out lovingyou.com. Also, I created the cards below for this year's Date of the Month Club, feel free to print them out and use them for your own Date of the Month Club.


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A Revelation
>> Tuesday, June 26, 2012
I had dinner with a girlfriend of mine last week. She has been going through a lot with her husband. It's always good for you to talk to other married women and/or their husbands. You get so much out of it. What is the epic of growth is to have an opportunity to speak with the opposite sex spouse. If you have similar personalities you will get a great perspective and if they have the same personality as your spouse you will have a mecca of deep seeded insight and growth into yourself and your marriage.
Here's my revelation....As I was speaking to encourage my friend, I used and example and realized in the mist of being open I stated my flaws in my marriage. I was having an out of body experience as I was saying the words...I am argumentative. Saying how I got that way from being in that type of family setting eased the blow but did not change what I have become. Turns out her husband is like me and she has told him he should have been a lawyer.
In seconds, while she was speaking, I remember a recent incident where he did not want to resolve an issue with me for a few days and finally spoke to me about it over the phone because he said he knew he would not win. I assumed it is because he does not like conflicts not because he did not feel safe speaking with me. This was devastating. When speaking with my friend I continued to say "Poor fellow, what have I done to him". I have now taken on the responsibility of my flaws and mistakes. Vicariously she was able to find some resolutions through my story and I listened to her well, as she was a key to how I should make amends with my husband, as her personality is like his.
Since last week I have been less argumentative because I realize if I win, I really loose. Now my mindset is to listen, "draw out", if needed and humbly loose. In the car yesterday he made a comment about my driving I forgot what I was working on and said "look at that driver, now he's the one..." My husband then stated, "Always have to have the last word." I stopped dead in my tracks and did not say another word for a while- without being angry. I think his jaw was on his knee that I did not have a come back. It was a small but big victory. Another realization is we should never forget that we are working on ourselves in a marriage, otherwise you are being set up for unnecessary conflict and possible damage.
*The saying is true: "Marriage is fun but also hard work".


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Here at 1st Look, we like to eat. And each week, we're bringing you the best dish our team has noshed on all week. Let us whet your appetite with a little Friday food porn.
Last year, when pastry chef Alex Stupak of WD-50 and Alinea decided to finally open up his own restaurant, a Mexican restaurant, he raised some eyebrows in the culinary world. Now, a year has passed, and we're raising glasses (a spicy El Burro cocktail to be precise) to this young chef, as Empellon Taqueria is a New York City favorite for Mexican.
This week, we dined on Octopus with Parsnip and Salsa Papanteca (pumpkin seeds, chipotle, arbor), Skirt Steak Tacos with Mojo de Ajo, Hedgehog Mushroom tacos with Tomatillo-Chipotle Salsa, Chicken tacos with Black Kale and Salsa Verde (tomatillo, cilantro, serrano), and sipped on the El Burro (Don Diego Reposado, Piloncillo, Fever Tree Ginger Beer, Chipotle Meco), a ginger-y concoction that was more than refreshing after a day in the office.
The highlight of the meal was definitely the tacos, and the skirt steak was my personal favorite. And there you have it, folks, this week's 1st Look's Bites.


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Still... It has been INCREDIBLY fun to do this. And quite honestly, if there was any week I could use the influx of comments and blog love I've gotten with this contest, THIS would be the week. Being so spread thin... being so weary... it has been incredibly uplifting and re-energizing to hear from all of you. To even hear from longtime lurkers. I love lurkers! I'm a lurker myself on several blogs. :P
So... Anyway. Thanks for putting up with me.... being a bit late with this post. I might as well be honest--- it will take an act of God for me to get tomorrow's REVEAL post up at a timely hour... Please don't hate me!! I am a single mama all morning, then we have the moving truck and friends coming to help all afternoon, then my dear sis-in0-law flies into town for the shortest little visit, so we'll be spending much of the evening with her... and .... yeah. You see the challenge. I WILL post, though. Somehow.
Okay. On to the FLOWERS!
These have been incredibly fun to make... to look at the finished product and feel like I have a little of the spirit of Anthro in me... a little vintage mojo... and a LOT of femininity. LOVE these things!
Love them so much, I kinda couldn't stop making them:
Yeah. Seriously. That's CRAZY.
But CRAZY EASY, too. In fact, all you NON-sewing machinists out there, this is for YOU. I did 97% of these by hand.
Okay, first, the inspiration. I was inspired by the gorgeous headbands I'd been finding at Anthro, Target, Claire's Boutiques, and For Love 21... And I KNEW there had to be a way to make my own flowers. So I started searching Etsy for inspiration. And found Monkey and Squirrel, and her gorgeous stretchy headbands. (Like THIS and THIS). Reading her description, she talked about "hand singed" fabric, and I was intrigued. SINGED? Like BURNED? Of course, she didn't reveal her tricks, since she's a saleswoman, so I had to go visit my friend Google. (I am a GOOGLE PRO, by the way. So good at Googling. If you ever need me to Google for you, I will HAPPILY do it. I am the best.)
My Google quest led me to so many good, inspiring sites, like:
EcoKaren: Fabric Flower Tutorial
La-Sha: Fabric Flowers: Here's How!
MaximumRabbit Designs: I've Been Crafting!
It seemed easy enough, and I was ready to give it a try.
Synthetic fabrics like organza, taffeta, satin, dress lining, tulle, etc. (these burn the best...)
Matching thread
Beads/pearls/buttons/other (for the centers)
Felt (again, I WISH WISH WISH I had that GOOD felt, from here, but I had to use the cheapy Walmart felt)
Alligator Clips
Step One: Select and cut your fabric
I had SO much fun selecting fabric. Many of my flowers are monochromatic, only one color... but you can stack colors, patterns, fabric types, WHATEVER.... To get all kinds of looks. In the photo above, I'm going with a basic single-fabric flower.
I'm starting with squares here, which I will then "free hand" cut into circles. You can be more precise than this, if you want, drawing circle patterns then cutting around them. I tried it both ways, and this went faster for me. The key is to get lots of layers in descending sizes. The more layers, the more bulk to your flower.
Step Two: Singe the fabric
I am so sorry I don't have an image of this... but it really hard to wield burning fabric and a big camera at the same time! DANGEROUS!
But here is a list of things to help you get this done:
* Get a small dish of water.
(This is your safety water. You can dunk a flaming piece of fabric in here if it gets out of hand. I never had to use my water, but I would never NOT have some nearby.)
* Do not sew your pieces together first. You want to singe each individual circle first.
* Begin with one circle, and hold it at one edge. Start lowering the far edge towards the flames.
* The key here is to go slow at first, until you get a feel for where the heart starts to do it's magic.
* Surprisingly, you do NOT have to be as close to the fire as you'd think. the wave of heat does the trick at quite a distance.
* practice on a spare circle first, if you want. Every fabric "singes" differently. Some curl up more, some melt a bit, some actually tend to flame up (I didn't need the water, but waving the piece rapidly to put out the little flame was effective). BE SO CAREFUL!!!
* DON'T do this part of the craft in front of your kids. They'll think it is okay to do this sort of thing. When it really ISN'T the best thing. All you closet Pyros, rejoice!
Step Three: Once all your circles have been singed to your satisfaction, stack them and stitch a few hand stitches through the center to hold them together. These can be small little stitches.
Step Four: Choose a button, some beads, or any other idea for your center, and hand stitch or glue them to the center. If you are using glue, I recommend TACKY GLUE. LOVE it for fabrics.
Step Five: Prepare felt circles for the back.
The purpose of these is to hide the stitching and give a good solid foundation for your flower. You can then sew/glue on pins, bobby pins, barrettes, or alligator clips. I tried to use matching felt, and cut a circle that fit the back without overwhelming it.
Step Six: Attaching the felt posed some issues for me. I first tried hand-stitching:
This was the most charming, but also TERRIBLY time-consuming. If I was only making one flower, I'd do it this way. But because I was making a gazillion, I needed some other alternatives.
So I tried Tacky Glue:
At the time, this seemed to not be very effective... But ones that stuff dried, it was WONDERFUL. And didn't show through like it did when it was wet. LOVED this stuff.
Step Seven: But then I was left with a new problem... How to attach the alligator clips? I also tried hand-sewing these on. It worked OKAY, but it was tedious and I worried that the thread would eventually give out after too much wear and tear. So I then came up with this little idea:
Here is where that 3% of sewing machine time came in... I stitched on another piece of felt, THEN glued on the whole thing. The idea was that the clip/bobby pin could go through the felt pocket. It would be only a SEMI-permanent clip this way, and could be lost since it wasn't attached, but it definitely worked for clipping the flowers to the headbands or to a shirt lapel, etc.
(the green one is stitched on, the other two use the new system.)
And there ya have it. Handmade flowers. I bought some thin metal headbands on Ebay and covered them with ribbon, but these flowers can clip onto any covered headband you buy at Walmart/etc. Or you could use them on clothing. Or as a gift topper. You can clip them directly into your hair. Or sew them onto stretchy headbands like that one Etsy seller.
The key here is in the fabrics and the combos you choose... Because they are ridiculously easy to make, but your personality shines when you make it your own with color and texture and contrast.
So... go forth. release your inner Pyro. It's all in the name of gorgeous party-fabric flowers. You'll be so glad you did!
(And you non-machine girls can do this TOMORROW if you have the will. No bulky machine needed if you hand sew all the parts!)
Okay. Past midnight. GAA! Gotta go. bedtime.
Happy crafting!


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Eric Bischoff: Controversy Creates Cash Book
Paperback Edition: 389 pages
Eric Bishoff is one of the most controversial figures in the world of wrestling. Under his watch as president of WCW, the company went head to head with Vince McMahon and the WWE and beat them at their own game before ultimately imploding.
First hired as part of WCW in the role of on-air announcer, Bischoff was asked by then WCW owner, Ted Turner what he thought was need to beat the World Wrestling Federation - Turner liked his answer, and Bischoff was appointed president of the company . With Turner and his money behind him, Bischoff declared war. He hired top, recognized talent away from WWE; he produced a show that looked more dangerous, was more sexy, and with more of an edge that anything being done by the McMahon and his team. Going head to head with the WWE, but broadcasting live, Nitro became the number one wrestling show for 80 consecutive weeks.
However, the formula for the WCW's success, also became the blueprint for its failure. Top heavy with highly paid talent with control over their storylines, the WCW stumbled, and the WWE stepped in and took the lead in the ratings and never gave it up. When Time-Warner bought out Turner, they found that the WCW was losing millions a year, and all WCW programming was cancelled. Vince McMahon swept in and was able to buy the entire company for pennies on the dollar.
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The first order of business was digging up Saint Joseph, the patron saint of sold condominiums, whom my grandmother buried head down in a garden area by the parking lot. It's unclear if Joseph helped sell any other condos in the building or if the $500 "marketing fee" my grandmother paid had more to do with her finally getting a decent offer. I talked it up to my kids before we left – how their great-grandmother buried the statue of a saint because she thought it would bring good luck and how we had to find the exact spot and dig him up, like lost treasure – but I guess they were expecting a full-sized statue and seemed disappointed when they saw he was plastic and fit in the palm of her hand.
My grandmother bought this condominium with my grandfather many years ago so they would have a place to stay at the beach. They rented it out a couple months out of the year, which paid the mortgage with enough left over for gas and tolls . She tried to get my brother and I to buy it from her but it's too far and we have another place to stay when we do make it down. Also, I don't have that kind of money, though it troubled me that she was only a few years older when they bought this place. She tells me they never went out to eat or took vacations when they were young.
It felt like we were on vacation, I guess because I'd taken a couple of days off work to drive her down for the settlement and so she could say goodbye to her place. I spent many nights there myself, so the closure was just as much for me. That was the bed where I slept one night while grape gum dropped from my slackened jaw and snaked relentlessly around my long hair, I thought to myself. There's the pool I snuck into another night to fool around with a boy I barely knew. This is the carpet where my great-grandmother actually spat after they caught me and made me come back inside. Actually, it was shag carpeting back then. I still remember the gold and yellow pile from the time my brother and I both spilled overly full bowls of Fruit Loops with milk, accidentally and almost simultaneously, while my grandmother hurried to get her condo ready for a rental.
This was a bittersweet goodbye visit, for sure. I asked my grandmother a couple of times if she was sad, and she said she was mostly relieved. She posed around the condo while I snapped picture after picture. She didn't ask what I planned to do with all of the pictures and I wouldn't have had an answer anyway. Maybe I'll make up another photo book like the one I did after her 90th birthday party. She carries it around in her purse to show her realtor or the woman behind the deli counter. If I do a photo book for My Grandmother's Last Trip to the Beach, I have enough pictures to tell a story, though it will only be mine. Too bad I didn't get a photograph of the men power washing the halls of her building and how they popped their heads out and yelled down to me in the parking lot at the exact moment my grandmother and daughter yelled other things at me from another floor. It was so funny looking – four anxious heads peering down from different spots with their mouths all moving and not one noticing the other – but that can't go in the book because I neglected to capture it on film or whatever you call it these days.
I also don't have a photo of the new buyers, who dropped by for their walk-in inspection just as we were getting ready to leave for the settlement. Oh what a gift that was. You know how when you meet someone and something about their tone or expression zaps all the tension from the air and everything feels lighter? It was like that with this couple, and not just for my grandmother but for all of us. Even their realtor looked visibly relieved at the unplanned meeting. The new buyers chatted with my grandmother for a good 15 minutes instead of pulling out all the utensil drawers to make sure they worked properly (and thank goodness for that). Before we left, they told my grandmother she was welcome back any time and she told them God Bless You and I know she meant it because she wouldn't have said it otherwise.
The settlement occurred around a large oval table in a room decorated with ink and watercolor drawings of festive legal scenes set in the '80s, judging by the outfits and hair. There were massive, serious looking legal books that I think were just for sure. At first the presiding attorney seemed all-business, curt even. But he softened with my grandmother and repeated instructions when necessary and did not rush her along. Her hands were very shaky and each time she had to sign her name she did so with painstaking effort.
I caught a few glimpses of the capable, determined grandmother I grew up with. I will forever remember her big cars and hair and how she was always ready to challenge an unsuspecting store clerk or family member who forgot who they were dealing with. She seems so much smaller now and walks slowly with a cane, her hair soft and snow white. But still she is sharp as a tack in unexpected ways. She got what she wanted and, I believe, deserved with the help of Saint Joseph, family who loves her and a charming couple eager to turn her old place into decades of new memories.